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TOWNSHIP NEWS
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Thanks For A Great First Year!
Come help us celebrate our first year at the
Upper Merion Community Center!
Saturday, September 16
3:00PM to 5:00PM
Join us for a cake cutting, free food samples,
a scavenger hunt,
giveaways and more!
Plus, be there for the unveiling of the new 431 Art Gallery,
an installation through the Montgomery County
Guild of Professional Artists.
Congratulations to Our Newest Police Officer!
Officer Danny Bocanumenth was sworn in tonight as the newest member of the Upper Merion Police Department.
We wish him all the best in his new career!
Congratulations to the UMSSC on 20 Years!
The Upper Merion Senior Service Center
is celebrating their 20th anniversary!
We are so happy to have them as part of our community.
Publication provided by the Public Information Office
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| COMMUNITY |
Free Community Shredding Event
Saturday, September 16 | 11:00AM - 1:00PM
Upper Merion Area Middle School
Protect yourself from identity theft! Join State Rep. Tim Briggs for a free document shredding event and secure prescription drug drop-off. All documents will be destroyed on site, and Upper Merion Police will be on hand to assist with unused/unwanted medication collection. Please limit to three boxes or bags of materials for shredding.
CAST Seminar
Wednesday, September 20 | 6:30PM to 8:00PM
UMASD Middle School Auditorium
Join CAST, the Community Alliance for a Safer Tomorrow, for a seminar on Resilience: The Key to Helping Your Child Thrive and Succeed. Dr. Louis Alloro, Director of People and Programs at the Flourishing Center, will share the power and science of resilience, also known as mental toughness, and offer specific, actionable strategies students and parents can use to build it. Event is free and open to the public. Please email
sshelton@umasd.org if you plan to attend.
Autism Awareness Safety Day
Saturday, September 23 | 5:00PM to 8:00PM
Township Building Parking Lot
Join the Swedesburg Vol Fire Co and
Justin Unlimited
for a safe, sensory-friendly, non-threatening environment and enjoy activities, games, raffles, and more! Meet your local first responders, explore the emergency vehicles, play dress up, and say hi to the canine unit.
National Car Seat Check Saturday
Saturday, September 23 | 8:00AM to 12:00PM
Upper Merion Township Building
Join Lafayette Ambulance, the Upper Merion Police Department, and Ofc. Carolyn Hunt, a Certified Passenger Safety Technician, for free car seat installation inspections. By appointment only. Call 610-265-3232 and ask for Officer Carolyn Hunt. More information.
Community Shred Day
Saturday, September 23 | 10:00AM to 2:00PM
King of Prussia Fire House
Come out for a free shred day to protect your personal information and prevent identity theft! Event is for individuals only. For more information, contact Lisa at 610-265-4122 or email lisa@cpcfinancial.com.
16th Annual Senior Fall Fling!
Thursday, September 28 | 10:00AM to 2:00PM
1st Level of the Pavilion, KOP Mall
Join us for Hidden Treasures: Celebrating the talents of Upper Merion Seniors! All senior residents in the UMASD are invited to attend this fabulous event. Enjoy musical entertainment and a wonderful buffet luncheon. Download a registration form
online or fill one out at the township building or Senior Service Center by September 15.
Communities in Motion Golf Outing
Friday, September 29 | 7:30AM to 2:00PM
Spring Hollow Golf Club
Join the Greater Valley Forge Transportation Management Association's Foundation, Communities in Motion, for their annual golf outing. Funds will be raised for the Peter P. Quinn Scholarship Program, which provides college scholarships and paid internships at GVF.
More info.
Free E-Waste & Shredding Event
Saturday, September 30 | 9:00AM to 12:00PM
Swedeland Park - B. Street & River Road
Join Upper Merion Township, West Conshohocken Borough, and Bridgeport Borough for a free collection event. The first 300 customers will pay the reduced fee of $10 for their first television or monitor. After 300 customers, the regular fee of $20 will apply, as well as for multiple items after the first one. Contact: Bob Rudzinski - 484-636-3869 or Lee Palmer-Burks - 484-363-3874.
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ENVIRONMENT
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All About the Emerald Ash Borer
The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) is a beetle native to Asia that is responsible for the loss of millions of ash trees in North America.
The EAB threat will likely have significant implications on the landscape in Upper Merion, both on private and public properties. Learn more about this situation, including what the township is doing as well as what you should be prepared for as a home or property owner. The PA DCNR website is another great resource.
The Upper Merion Shade Tree Commission
and UM Tree Tenders group will again be sponsoring
a bare root tree sale. If interested, email Susan Ridgeway at stridgeway@verizon.net. Enter "Upper Merion Trees" in the subject line and include your full name, mailing address and phone number in the message.
You will receive an easily-completed application by email, a
t which point you can decide if you wish to order a tree. Learn more.
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COMMUNITY CENTER
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431 West Valley Forge Road
King of Prussia, PA 19406
Community Center Job Openings
The UMCC has lots of job opportunities available. Click here to view them and submit an application today.
Learn more about the Upper Merion Community Center
here.
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PARKS AND RECREATION
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Upper Merion
Community Center
431 W. Valley Forge Rd
King of Prussia, PA 19406
Purposeful Play
Purposeful Play and Create
More than an art class! This program threads a theme with music, pictures and multi-sensory activities for children ages 18 months to 6 years. Parent or guardian must be present.
Learn more and register today.
Outer Limits
Providing a challenging, adventure-oriented recreational experience that assists participants in developing physically, emotionally and socially. Our activities are directed by staff who are interested in working with special needs individuals.
Learn more and register today.
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LIBRARY
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Monday, September 18 | 5:45PM
Library Patrons can enjoy a free beginners spin class at the Community Center. You do not need to be a member of the Center, but you must
register through the Library.
Don't miss the Lego Movie!
Thursday, September 21 | 1:00PM
Freedom Hall
No school means fun at the Library! Join us for the Lego Movie about an average Lego figure who is mistaken for a legendary adventurer, and joins a league of superheros in order to defeat a ruthless tyrant. All are welcome. Bring your snacks and friends, and we'll see you there!
Sign up for Upper Merion Township Library's newsletter to receive email updates.
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| FARMERS MARKET |
175 West Valley Forge Road
Saturdays |
9:00AM to 1:00PM
Rain or Shine
If you've been following our Loyal Patron card reminders, you know that we have just ten Market Saturdays left until our final day right before Thanksgiving (yes, the holidays are that close).
We still have plenty of events planned. October will kick off on the 7th with Barktoberfest, our annual tribute to our canine pals with fun and games for all. The following Saturday, October 14, will be the Harvest Festival and Fiber Arts Day. And the 28th will bring Trick-or-Treat through the Market and the Costume Contest. The season ends on November 18th with our Chili Cook-off Contest. Stay tuned for more details as each event approaches.
As summer turns to fall, the mix of produce changes. Though tomatoes and corn are fading, a whole new batch of fall fruits and vegetables takes their place. Last week, Livengood's brought the first pawpaws of the season! These uniquely native fruits are a special fall treat. If you've never tried them, talk to Joyce!
Check out the Farmers Market Facebook page and website for a complete list of vendors and other details, or s
ign up to receive our
e-newsletter
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| 2040 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN |
Stay Connected
Visit the 2040 Comprehensive Plan page of the township website. This page will be updated with upcoming events and outreach opportunities, as well as data, analyses, and information.
Follow along with the 2040 Comprehensive Plan on Facebook.
Contact
Kyle Brown, Associate Planner
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| MONTGOMERY COUNTY |
Low Cost Rabies Clinics - Last Chance!
Saturday, September 16 | 9:00AM to 12:00PM
Montgomery Hose Fire Company
201 Freedley Street, Norristown
This is your last chance to take advantage of the 2017 Montgomery County rabies clinics! View the
flyer for more information.
Montgomery County Flu Shot Clinic
Montgomery County Health Department is once again hosting a free flu shot clinic throughout the county.
View the schedule and take note that Upper Merion will be hosting one on Tuesday, October 17 from 3:30PM to 6:30PM.
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| ROADWAY RESTRICTIONS |
Township Road Resurfacing 
Church Road Closure
Church Rd between Gulph & Henderson Roads
Monday, September 11 through late October
Work Hours: 9:00AM to 3:00PM
Church Rd will be closed for utility improvements. Motorists will be detoured over Gulph Rd and Henderson Rd. All extra time for traveling.
Gypsy Lane Bridge
Gypsy Lane Bridge is scheduled to close on October 2 for rehabilitation work, and will reopen on or before November 15.
Matsonford Road Closure
Matsonford between Montgomery Ave & Old Gulph
Monday, July 10 through mid-October
Work Hours: 9:00AM to 3:00PM
Matsonford road will be closed for bridge repair. Motorists will be detoured over Route 320 and Old Gulph Road. Allow extra time for traveling.
Bridge Construction
The ramp from Rte 23 to EB U.S. 422 will be closed and detoured
through late fall.
A list of weekly road restrictions and PennDOT maintenance operations in the five-county Philadelphia region is available on the
District 6 Traffic Bulletin
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| POLICE |
Click
here
for the
most current
crime bulletin.
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FIRE AND RESCUE
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 Have No Fear - Volunteer!
The Upper Merion Township Fire and Rescue Services is seeking volunteers. Interested? Contact William Daywalt, Deputy Fire Marshal, at 610-205-8554 or click here for more information.
Congrats to Our Local Fire Companies!
All three of our local fire companies are being recognized for their fire safety education programs at this year's Pennsylvania State Firemen's Convention. Swedesburg Volunteer Fire Company and Swedeland Volunteer Fire Company will receive first and second place respectively in their division, and the King of Prussia Volunteer Fire Company will receive third place in their division.
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SENIOR SERVICE CENTER
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Located at the Upper Merion Community Center
431 W. Valley Forge Road
King of Prussia, PA 19406
General Meeting
Wednesday, September 13 | 10:00AM
The monthly meeting is open to all members to learn about what's going on at the Senior Center. An after-meeting presentation will be given by Christy Benedetto from The Meadows at Shannondell. Join us afterwards to celebrate July & August birthdays with cake and a raffle!
Join and Enjoy the Benefits!
Members enjoy a multi-use environment for physical, educational, and recreational activities. For more information about the Center or to join, click
here
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