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SUMMER 2014

Upper Merion Township • Montgomery County, Pennsylvania • www.umtownship.org

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BOARD OFSUPERVISORS

Greg WaksChairperson

Erika SpottVice Chairperson

William JenawayCarole KenneyGreg Philips

David G. KraynikTownship Manager

Board of SupervisorsMeetings

Held on Thursdays at 7:30 p.m.View website for actual dates.

Freedom HallTownship Building

175 W. Valley Forge RoadKing of Prussia, PA 19406

Web Site:www.umtownship.org

E-mail:[email protected]

Carla Showell-LeeChief Information Officer

Rita Pfeiffer &Karl Helicher

Editors

SERVICEDIRECTORY

Emergency 911

Police 610-265-3232

Library 610-265-4805

Parks & Rec 610-265-1071

Public Works 610-265-2606

Administration 610-265-2600

Safety & Codes 610-265-2608

Tax Collector 610-265-2604

Animal Control 610-265-3232

Information Office 610-205-8544

Meetings 610-265-2860

Courthouse 610-278-3000

Senior Center 610-265-4715

40 Years of Meals on Wheels

On May 13th, Neighborhood Meals On Wheels celebrated 40 years of delivering meals to the homebound in Upper Merion - with a luncheon for all our volunteers. We look forward to the next 40 years of service to our community.

Attached is a photo taken at the luncheon, from left to right are Nancy Brown (President), Valerie Leone, (Coordinator), Bitsy Schravesande (Former President), Crystal Walker (Coordinator).

Bitsy has been a volunteer since day one!

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A Heartfelt Opportunity

The office of the Assistant Township Manager is sprinkled with Upper Merion bling. One shelf overflows with 2013 Tricentennial commemoratives, an Upper Merion Township clock hangs on the wall, and a coffee mug inscribed with the library logo sits on her desk. Sally Slook is proud of her township tchotchkes collection. Upper Merion's new Assistant Township Manager says, "I am completely invested in the community and look forward to serving it for years to come."

Since March 3, 2014, the MPA Villanova graduate rolled up her sleeves and has taken on such tasks as obtaining grants on behalf of the township , coordinating a Rambler birthday celebration, and assisting with new office space for township employees. Slook exudes vision and enthusiasm. Her smile and contagious laugh are always present, and she is always up for a good challenge.

She isn't a homegrown girl but she sure sounds like one. Slook's admiration for the township began while she was here working as a student graduate intern. During that time she observed first-hand the employees' dedication to Upper Merion. "I love this township because it's a great community to serve and it is the gold standard in local government." she says. In fact, Slook was so intrigued by the complexity of the municipality that she helped launch the Upper Merion Township Citizen Academy. The program is intended to provide residents with the necessary knowledge to understand their community and to become advocates for it. "After my internship, I didn't want to leave Upper Merion but I knew it was time." Slook accepted a position of Assistant Township Manager of Upper Gwynedd Township and then became Township Manager of Upper Makefield Township from December 2012 until February 2014. When the position of Assistant Township Manager for Upper Merion was posted on the Montgomery County Consortium of Communities website, Slook jumped at the opportunity to return to work under Township Manager David G. Kraynik. Slook assists Mr. Kraynik and the Board of Supervisors in implementing policies that will benefit the residents of Upper Merion. Slook concludes, "It's a heartfelt opportunity to work in a township of this size with residents who care about the community they live in and with employees who genuinely like what they do."

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Concerts Under the StarsthThe annual "Concerts Under the Stars" is celebrating its 30 anniversary this

summer in Upper Merion Township. This concert series has been lauded regionally and has received national honors. This family friendly series brings national touring acts to a beautiful park setting behind the Upper Merion Township Building (175 West Valley Forge Rd, King of Prussia, PA 19406). Admission is free and so is onsite parking. All concerts are held outdoors, weather permitting, so please bring lawn chairs and blankets.

For more information visit the township website at www.umtownship.org or call 610-265-1071.

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Although tree pruning is not rocket science, there IS a right way to do it! Learn how this summer and fall dur ing pruning workshops sponsored by the Upper Merion Shade Tree Commission and the Upper Merion Tree Tenders.

The workshops are free and will include:

Basic Tree Biology needed to understand proper pruning techniques

Pruning Fundamentals: Why, When and Where to prune

Tool Selection

Tool Sharpening

Hands-on practice under the guidance of certified arborists

Pruning Workshops & Tree PlantingsThose who would like to gain more experience are invited to join the Upper Merion Tree Tenders' Pruning Club for several volunteer events.

The workshops and pruning events are scheduled as follows:

Wednesday, July 30, 2014 Training6:30 - 7:30+ PMUpper Merion Twp Building

Saturday, August 2, 2014 Pruning Event(practice what you've learned)9:00 - 10:00+ AMLocation TBD,probably Heuser Park

Tuesday, September 30, 2014Training6:30 - 7:30+ PMUpper Merion Twp Building

Sunday, October 5, 2014Pruning Event(practice what you've learned)1:00 - 2:00+ PMLocation TBD,probably Heuser Park

To register or for questions, contact Barley Van Cliefat [email protected] or 215-988-8793.

When trees live among us, they give us so many wonderful benefits: clean air and water, energy savings, increased home values and much, much more. To help build up the tree canopy in our beautiful community so that we all can enjoy these benefits, the Upper Merion Shade Tree Commission and Upper Merion Tree Tenders are teaming up once again this fall to bring residents an easy, affordable way to participate in "Shades of Green: 1,000 Trees for Upper Merion."

These two groups will apply for g r a n t f u n d i n g f r o m t h e TreeVitalize program run by the PA Department of Conservation a n d N a t u r a l R e s o u r c e s , c o o r d i n a t e d t h r o u g h t h e Pennsylvania Hort icul tural Society. The grant funding subsidizes the cost of trees so that

residents will only need to provide a co-pay of $25 per tree. The trees will be substantial sapling size (12-15 feet high and 1.5-2 inches in trunk diameter) and worth approximately $80-$100. They will be "bare root", which are lightweight and very easy to handle. Plant ing and care instructions will be included.

Order forms will be available in mid-August and will be due back with your payment check in early September. The trees will be delivered to Nor-View Farm, 670 N. Henderson Road, to be picked up on Saturday, November 15, 2014. To get a form with the list of available species, ranging from small ornamentals to large shade trees, email your request to Barley Van Clief at:[email protected].

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Summer Storm PreparationIt's that time of year again. Remember those pop-up, - lots of rain in a short period of time - storms we've experienced over the last few summers? Think about how quickly the water deepened and spread over roadways, sidewalks, parkland, lawns and gardens. It seem as if no area in the Delaware Valley was spared from these fast-moving storm cells.

Let's be prepared for them this year with a few safety tips:

First and foremost, obey the signs. If roadways are blocked, DO NOT drive around the barricades and into the flowing water. You do not know how deep the water is nor do you know how fast it is flowing. Protect yourself, your passengers, and your automobile.

If you live near inlets and storm drains, it would be a tremendous help if you could make sure they are clear of debris when stormy weather is predicted or there is a potential for these pop-up storms.

If you live near a stream or drainage ditch, DO NOT store or pile your yard waste near these areas. The debris can travel in the storm which can block culvert pipes which may cause flooding to your neighbors living near them.

Make sure you have a radio and flashlights with new batteries ready to go in case of any power outages.

If flooding occurs, get to higher ground and avoid flood-prone areas, including dips, low spots, valleys, ditches, washes, etc. DO NOT attempt to cross a flowing stream or rapid water flow. It takes only six inches of fast flowing water to sweep you off your feet.

Do not allow children to play near high water, storm drains or ditches. Hidden dangers could lie beneath the water.

If your vehicle stalls in flooded waters, leave it immediately and seek higher ground. Water only two feet deep can carry away most automobiles.

Do not camp or park your vehicle along stream or washes, particularly when threatening conditions exist.

Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize flood dangers.

Monitor NOAA Weather Radio or

your local media for

vital weather related

information.

You can get more information on flood safety through the National Weather Service, www.noaa/gov/floods/htm, or the Federal Alliance for Safe Homes, www.flash.org. Or call the toll-free help desk at 1-877-221-SAFE or email [email protected].

Stromwater Runoff: The BasicsStormwater runoff is precipitation (rain or melting snow) that flows across the land and could potentially infiltrate the soil, discharge directly into waterways or drain inlets, or evaporate into the atmosphere. In the natural environment, most precipitation is absorbed by trees and plants or permeates the ground, which results in stable stream flows and good water quality. However, poorly managed stormwater runoff can cause a host of problems, including:

Flooding - As stormwater runs off roofs, driveways, and lawns, large volumes can reach streams, causing them to rise quickly and flood. When more impervious surfaces exist, flooding occurs more rapidly and can be more severe, damaging people and property.

Pollution - Stormwater can pick up pollutants, such as oil, fertilizers, pesticides, dirt/sediment, trash, and animal waste. These pollutants "hitch a ride" with the storm water and flow untreated into local streams, polluting our waters.

Stream bank erosion - When stormwater flows into streams at unnaturally high volumes and speeds, the power of these flows can severely erode the banks, which creates dangerous situations and damages natural habitat for fish and other aquatic life. This erosion is another source of sediment pollution in streams.

The Penn State Extension service offers valuable information for homeowners on reducing harmful stormwater runoff at: h t t p : / / e x t e n s i o n . p s u . e d u / n a t u r a l - r e s o u r c e s / w a t e r / d i s c o v e r y -w a t e r s h e d s / s t o r m w a t e r / s t o r m w a t e r -management-on-residential-lots

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Why we must…

...is because the township's code requires it. The collection of recyclable materials must be completed by a legal municipal waste collector in Upper Merion Township at least once a week. Remember that recyclable materials must be placed in recycling containers and that non-recycling waste containers must be used for regular waste.

If we don't…

...the township could lose grant funding that offers the township a cleaner environment. The township received grants from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PA DEP) to promote an active and ongoing recycling effort. Our compost site tub grinder, street sweeper, and litter vacuum were received from these grants.

Why we must... R E C Y C L E

Recyclable Items Include:1. Aluminum

2. Steel and bimetal cans

3. Clear and colored glass, including bottles and jars

4. Newsprint and high grade office paper

5. Corrugated paper including all material commonly

referred to as cardboard

6. Plastics

Remember to…

...schedule yard waste pick-ups. Take note that burning of any recyclable materials and/or municipal waste is prohibited. Residents who want their yard waste picked up must contact the Public Works department by either calling (610)-265-8465 or by submitting a "Yard Waste Collection Request" service form. Note: the final yard waste pick-up period for the year 2014 will begin on Tuesday, September 2 and continue until Thursday, October 30. Residents can also deposit leaves directly at the Compost Site between 7:00 AM and 3:00 PM on weekdays, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Saturdays, and 12:00 noon to 4:00 PM on Sundays. If you are going to get a pickup, take note that leaves should be placed curbside on Monday of the week scheduled for a particular neighborhood. Also note that leaf piles can be up to two feet wide and should not block stormwater drains. Leaf collection begins in October and you can see the full collections zone schedule for your neighborhood by visiting www.umtownship.org.

Recycle Notice- The Covered Devices Recycling Act: On January 23, 2013 a disposal ban on covered items took effect. Since that date trash haulers are no longer allowed to collect desktop computers, monitors, laptops, computer peripherals, or televisions. Electronics recycling events are scheduled throughout the year, please check which items are welcome at each event by visiting the township website, www.umtownship.org.

Paper drop-off sitesAll Upper Merion Area School District buildings have

Abitibi paper recycling.

Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd 132 E. Valley Forge

Road

Upper Merion Baptist Church 585 General Steuben Road

Mother of the Divine Providence Church & School 333

Allendale Road

Valley Forge Presbyterian Church 191 Town Center Road

Future recycling events will be posted on the township website: www.umtownship.org.Please direct your recycling questions to Bob Rudzinski at 484-636-3869.

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Saturday, August 2(9am-3pm)Hatboro-Horsham High School

Saturday, September 27(9am-3pm)Spring-Ford 9th Grade Center

Saturday, October 25(9am-3pm)Upper Merion Middle School

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Dates, Times andLocations

For additional information:Please visit MontgomeryCountyRecycles.org, call the recycling line at 610-278-3618, or email [email protected]. Please do not contact the host sites.

Free collection events are held outdoors from 9am-3pm, rain or shine. Residentsmay attend any event as well as any Electronics Collection event held by Bucks,Chester, Delaware, or Philadelphia Counties.

Event workers will unload your electronics so pleaseremain in your vehicle.

Electronics are collected for recycling. All computerhard drives will be shredded to ensure data security.

include: TELEVISIONS OF ANYSIZE AND SHAPE including console, tube, projection,flat screen, computers and monitors, laptops, printers(paper removed), scanners, fax machines, keyboards, mice,speakers, copiers, VCRs, DVD players, CD and MP3 players,converter boxes, cable/satellite receivers, telephones and equipment, cell phones, video game consoles, cameras,calculators, stereo and radio equipment, typewriters, microwaves, toasters, irons, blenders, mixers, coffeemakers (no glass carafe), vacuums, other SMALL household appliances, dehumidifiers, air conditioners (window unit or portable, no full size) and mini-refrigerators(no full size).

household hazardous waste, alkaline batteries, video tapes, audio tapes, CDs, light bulbs, explosives, ammunition, smoke detectors, or

these should be taken by your trash hauler or a scrap dealer, a list of which can be found at iscrapapp.com.

these should be taken to a Freon certified handler, locations listed in the Recycling Guide at MontgomeryCountyRecycles.org

Acceptable items

Do Not Bring

Large Appliances:

Refrigerators, Freezers, and Large Air Conditioning Units:

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Dates, Times andLocations

For additional information:Please visit MontgomeryCountyRecycles.org, call the recycling line at 610-278-3618, or email [email protected]. Please do not contact the host sites.

Free residential collection events are held outdoors from 9am-3pm, rain or shine. Residents may attend any event as well as any Household Hazardous Waste event held by Bucks, Chester, Delaware, or Philadelphia Counties.

Event workers will unload your materials so pleaseremain in your vehicle.

Toxic and flammable household chemicals are collected for proper disposal. include gasoline,oil, kerosene, turpentine, paint thinner, oil paint, stains,varnish, pool chemicals, herbicides, pesticides, antifreeze,caustic cleaners and solvents, mercury, thermometers,flares, fire extinguishers, lead acid batteries, rechargeablebatteries, fluorescent tube light bulbs, and CFL bulbs.

electronics, appliances, asbestos, explosives, ammunition, medical waste, radioactive waste, smoke detectors, items containing Freon, tires or the following:

is not hazardous and can be placed in the trash once it is dry. Air dry latex paint or add absorbent material like kitty litter until paint becomes a solid.

are not hazardous and should be thrown in the trash.

should be disposed of in the secure MedReturn drop box located in the Upper Merion Township Building.

should be taken to locations listed in the Recycling Guide at MontgomeryCountyRecycles.org.

Acceptable items

Do Not Bring

Latex Paint

Alkaline Household Batteries

Prescription Medications

Propane or Helium Tanks

2014 Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events

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Upper Merion Township patrons may borrow Morris Arboretum pass, The

Academy of Natural Science Elmwood Park Zoo, Penn Museum. Reserve one by

contacting us or from our online catalog.

Upper Merion Township Library175 W. Valley Forge Road, King of Prussia, PA 19406

Phone: 610-265-4805 / 610-265-4806 Website: www.umtownship.org/library

Summer Reading Program for Teens & Adults June 16, 2014 to August 29, 2014Register, Read & Review. Entries can be submitted online OR in the Library.All entries will be combined for the Grand Prize Drawing.Grand Prize Winners will be announced onSeptember 2, 2014

CSI: Ancient Egyptwith Dr. Stephen Phillips

Wednesday, July 23 at 7 pmUse forensic science to solve a 3,000 year old murder on

rdWednesday, July 23 at 7:00pm in Freedom Hall. This event is geared to students entering grade 5 through 12.

My kid Has No IdeaWednesday July 30, 2014 at 7 pm

Learn how to start the process of nailing down a major and a respective school in this FREE College Planning Workshop. The main goal of the program is reducing college debt with more thoughtful planning on the upfront end.

Spray Paint Your Own T-shirtThursday, July 31 at 6:30 pm

Township Building Rear EntranceJoin the Teen Program as we celebrate Summer by Spray Painting our Own T-shirt! For grades 5 through 12. Registration Required. Spray paints will be provided.

Watch the SkyTuesday, August 12 at 7 pm

Spend the evening watching the sky. Open for all ages.

De-clutter with DarlaMonday, September 15 at 7 pm

For adults and young adults. Registration RequiredIf you could just change one thing and become more

organized, what could you accomplish? Certified Professional Organizer® Darla DeMorrow will offer you

many strategies to make you feel more organized.

Calling all the Runners Thursday, September 18 at 7 pm

For adults and young adults.Come for this informative presentation on "Running". Dr Arthur Nemchenko will be doing a great talk on Runners and their Injuries

Drop in and join us for . . .Knit Nights - Every fourth Monday of the month at 7:00pm.ESL Conversation Group - Tuesdays at 1:00pm

Notary: Library now has a staff member who can notarize your documents for a small fee. Please call the library and make an appointment. NO WALK INS. ONLY BY APPOINTMENT.

Fizz, Boom & Readat the Library this summer!

Stop by the library any time this summer to register for our Summer Reading Program! There is a program for everyone kids, teens and adults. Kids read books to earn medals and fun prizes. Remember that all books must be

thlogged in at the library by Friday, August 29 .

Stars on the Move(July 30 ~ 5:30, 6:30 & 7:30pm, for everyone)

Explore the stars & planets in this planetarium show! Registration required.

Edible Book Contest(Aug. 13 ~ by 3pm, for everyone)

Make a creation that is edible and relates to a children's book! Winners will be announced and their entries served at the Helicopter program at 6:30pm that evening.

American Helicopter Museum(Aug. 13 ~ 6:30pm, for everyone)

Check out a real helicopter named "Stubby" who will visit the library.

Movie Matinee(Aug. 18 ~ 2pm)

Come see the fun, science related PG movie, Flubber.

Birth 5 years

1,000 Books Before KindergartenHelp your child learn early literacy skills by reading to them every day! Register at the library today.

Fall Story TimesRegistration begins the week of Sept. 15th.

Dance Party (Sept. 16 ~ 10:30am for ages 2 - 3.5

and 2pm for ages 3.5 - 5)Come shake your sillies out with us! Grades K 4

Catapult Science(July 25 ~ 2pm, 2 4 grades).

Learn how to make your very own catapult and test it out. Registration required!

Pirate Party(Sept. 15 ~ 6:30pm, grades K 2)

Get ready for "Speak like a Pirate Day" by practicing your best pirate walk and talk!

Grades 5 - 8

Junior Friends Meeting(Sept. 8 ~ 7pm)

Join our middle school group and help the library with volunteer opportunities.

Enchanted Library Informational Meeting (Sept. 17 ~ 7pm)

Interested in acting or helping out backstage? Stop by the library for our informational meeting to sign up.

Upper Merion school studentAnish Deshpande would like to thank the community for their

generous donation of books for his Eagle Scout project. In total he

collected around 3334 children's books. Please visit his website:

deshpande-tech.comThe books were delivered on

January 15.

ThankYou!

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Sewer Rental Rates

Upper Merion Township recently

announced additional changes to the sewer rental

rate fees for 2014. Beginning with the semi-annual

bill mailed on July 1, 2014, which covers billing

for January-June 2014, residents will see an

across-the-board $18.00 rate increase reflected in

this billing.

In January, the Township Supervisors increased the sewer rates by $2.00 a quarter, which is $4.00

semi-annual, for budgetary purposes to fund capital maintenance issues at the township's two waste

treatment plants and collection system. In March, the Township Supervisors approved an additional rate

increase of $7.00 a quarter, which is $14.00 semi-annual, in the dedicated funding for extensive capital

projects at the township's two waste treatment plants and collection system that are constructed by the

Upper Merion Municipal Utility Authority. The township has not raised the dedicated funding amount for

the Upper Merion Municipal Utility Authority for several decades.

Rate Increase Broken Down:

$4.00 Township

$14.00 Municipal Utility Auth.

$18.00 Overall Rate Increase

The Upper Merion Police Department has learned that solicitors from an energy company have recently implied that they were township employees hired by Upper Merion to review residents PECO bills. The township did not hire anyone for such a purpose. Please call UMPD (610-265-3232) if someone has come to your home using this deceitful soliciting technique.

Police Notice: Deceitful Soliciting

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The following programs are just a select few of the Parks & Recreation Department's activities and excursions offered this Summer. For a complete list of activities and full descriptions, pick up our Activity Guide, or check out our web site at: .www.umtownship.org

Summer Recreation 2014

Flag Football/Adults CoedDirector: Philadelphia Flag Football. Join this competitive and recreational version of a popular American game. Teams will be organized and play according to national rules and regulations. League will include regular season league games, statistics, awards and playoffs. The league will provide the referees, flags, field and football. This is a great activity for individuals and teams. Individuals and teams are encouraged to register. Athletic attire and non-metal football cleats/sneakers required. Visit www.philadelphiaflagfootball.com

Tennis/Adult Outdoor with Bob GreenDirector: Bob Green, USTA / PTR certified. Men and women of all skill levels are welcome. Emphasis on drills and play for intermediate students, and on stroke mechanics for beginners. Must bring water bottle. Weather related up. If your strokes are in place and you would like to participate in high energy drills and point / game play, this clinic is for you.

Code Age Location Date Time Cost54UD 18+ NTRP 3.5+ Bob White Tennis Courts Mon & Thu; 8/4-8/28 6:30p-7:30p R-$80, NR-$9554UE 18+ Novice Bob White Tennis Courts Mon & Thu; 8/4-8/28 7:30p-8:30p R-$80, NR-$95

Code Age Location Date Time CostFLF14 18 and up Bob Case Park Sun; 8/24-12/7 9:00a-1:00p Team-$750 Ind-$75




Park & RecSummer Excursion



Park & Rec 5k Run/WalkSaturday, Sept 6th, 2014

START: PHEASANT ROAD ENTERANCE TO THEUPPER MERION TOWNSHIP BUILDING PARK

TIME: WALK STARTS AT 8 AMRACE STARTS AT 8:30 AM

REGISTRATION STARTS AT 7:15 AMRain or Shine!

$20Please visit www.umtownship.org or call

610-265-1071 for more info.

Join us at the community fair after the race.

Code: 108TLocation: New York Flushing MeadowsDate: Thursday, 8/28Leave: Upper Merion 7:15amLeave: New York to return 7:00pmCost: R - $123, NR - $138

U.S. Open Tennis ChampionshipsTransportation by motor coach. See some of the world's greatest tennis players compete in a Grand Slam Tournament. T icket guarantees seat in Arthur Ashe Stadium, other courts are first come, first serve basis. There will be a limit of one bag per person admitted onto the grounds. Please visit http://www.usopen.org/ for a list of items that are not permitted on premises.

Upper Merion Township and Point Entertainment Presents

30th Annual Concerts Under the StarsSunday Evenings ~ Concerts Begin at 7pm ~ Free Admission

Upper Merion Township Building Park, 175 West Valley Forge Road

For More Information, Concert Schedule and sponsorship opportunities:

[email protected] 610-265-1071

July 20:WXPN WelcomesTrout Fishingin America w/special guestCaveman Dave

July 27: Sweet Loretta Fat- A Tribute to the Beatles

with special guest Dan Rooney

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July 21 - 25Adventure Day Camp

Camp Beech TreeGeo Ventures/Wilderness GamesGroove/Filmmaker & Songwriter

Kids Art/Deep Sea AdventureOvertime AthleticsScience Explorers

Tennis/PassionTennis Camp with Coach Carl

Volleyball Girls

Aug 4 - 8Adventure Day Camp 2

Create Your Own Pottery CampHands on Science/Middle SchoolHands on Science/Robots Camp

Kindergarten CampStrictly Soccer

Tennis Camp/PassionTennis Camp with Coach Carl


Dance CampHands on Science/Space Explorers

Lacrosse

Aug 25 - 29Dance Camp

Multi-Sport Camp


Baseball/Phillies AcademyBricks4Kids/Comic Book Creator

Dance Camp

July 28 - Aug 1Adventure Day Camp

Camp Beech TreeBricks4Kids/Angry Birds

Fire RescueGroove/Filmmaker & Songwriter

Kids Art/Fashion DesignTennis Camp with Coach Carl

Volleyball GirlsWizarding Camp

Information on the above programs camps can be found online at www.umtownship.org

Upper Merion Parks & Rec Summer Camp's Week by Week Guide

Friday, Sept 5th Carnival starts at 6pmSaturday, Sept 6th - Community Fair 12 noon - 4pm,

Carnival 12 noon - 10 pm.

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Adventure Aquarium

Adult (13+) $26.70 $19Child (2-12) $20.28 $15

Baltimoer Aquarium

Adult (12+) $34.95 $31

Child (3-11) $21.95 $21

Camelbeach

Adult or Child (3+) $37.99 TBD

Diggerland, USA

Adult or Child (3-64) $34.95 $22

Dorney Park

Adult (48" & over) $52.00 $39

Jr. (3+, under 48")/Sr. (62+) $32.99 $30

Dutch Wonderland

Regular (3-59) $39.26 $32

Elmwood Park Zoo

General (3+) $14.00 $9

Hershey Park

Adult (9-54) $60.80 $47

Jr. (3-8)/Sr. (55-69) $38.00 $35

Knoebels

Weekday (48" & over) $36.00 $31

Weekday (under 48") $23.00 $18

Montage Mountain Water Park

General (48" & over) $26.24 $23

Morey's Pier

Flexible Ride & Water Park Adult (48" & over) $75.00 $58

Flexible Ride & Water Park Child (under 48") $57.00 $45

Philadelphia Zoo

General (2+) $20.00 $16

Six Flages Great Adventure

Regular (3+) Theme Park $71.68 $36

Hurricane Harbor Water Park $42.99 $27

Splash Zone

All Day (3-64) $35.99 $21

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Flea Market ~ Sept. 13th - 9 am to 2 pm(Tables available - $15 each)

Spaghetti Dinner ~ Oct. 25th - 4:30 pm to 7 pm(eat in or take out)

Plan to join us for:

Craft Group meets every Friday at 1:00 pm.Prayer Meeting every Friday at 11:00 am.

Adult Bible Study every Friday at 10:00 am.

Sunday Worship 10:30 am.

(on the corner of Matsonford & Old Gulph Rds.)100 W. Matsonford Road, Gulph Mills, PA 19428

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2014 ADVENTURE DAY CAMP II

August 4 - 22

Ages 5-13, must have completed Kindergarten

Gulph Gym Location

Make friends, play sports, games, create crafts and enjoy more fun-filledsummer activities

Field Trips! (optional, additional fee)

Resident Options & Rates

8:15 - 5:30 pm - $325

Weekly Rate - $165

Non-Resident Options & Rates

8:15 - 5:30 pm - $445

ADC I & II are for children between the ages of 5 & 13. Children must have completed kindergarten (no exceptions will be made).

To ensure the safety of campers, space is strictly limited for camp & trips. Spaces are on a first-come, first-served basis. For UM residents with 3 or more children, enrolled in the full 6 weeks, the cost is $250 per child after the second child. Camp days cancelled or shortened due to factors outside of our control will not be made up or pro-rated.

All campers must bring lunch and drinks. Any changes to normal pick up procedures should be communicated to the camp director in writing. A late charge will be assessed for late pick-ups.

Each child enrolled in ADC I (6-week participants) will receive one free t-shirt to be distributed at the camp site. Camp shirts must be worn on all trips. Additional shirts may be purchased at the Parks and Recreation Office for $10.

Field Trips are optional and are at an additional cost. All trips are limited in size and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. The trip brochure will be available in early June.

If you register for ADC online, a separate Emergency Medical Form must be completed and submitted to the Parks and Recreation Office.

ADC I & II General Information

*Cancellation Policy: Cancellations prior to the start of camp will be assessed a

$10 administrative fee. NO refunds will be given after the start of camp.*

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King of Prussia, PA 19406 F:610-265-6415

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Discount Movie Tickets Upper Merion Township Parks & Recreation offers discount movie tickets to

Regal Entertainment Group theaters for $8.50 and The Collegeville Movie Tavern for $8.00.

Valid for any movie at any time!

Regal Entertainment Group includes; United Artists, Regal Cinemas,and Edwards Theaters. Stop in and save today!

For more information call our office 610-265-1071.

ActivityCode:_________Program/Trip Name:______________________________________Number of Tix (TripOnly):_______Fee$_________

ActivityCode:_________Program/Trip Name:______________________________________Number of Tix (TripOnly):_______Fee$_________

Participant's Last Name:______________________First Name:_________________Age: ___________ Date of birth:_______/______/______

Address____________________________________________________________________________________________________Sex: M / F

Street City Zip

Home Phone: ______-_______-________Cell Phone: ______-_______-________ Email:___________________________________________

Mother/Guardian_________________Work______-_______-_________Cell______-_______-_________ Child resides with this person: Y / N

Father/Guardian__________________Work______-_______-_________Cell______-_______-_________ Child resides with this person: Y / N

Special Needs:_________________________________________Allergies/Medications:________ ___________________________________

Release• I grant permission for a licensed physician and hospital to provide emergency care for the above-mentioned individual. Ambulance cost is my responsibility.• I understand that Upper Merion Township shall have the right at their discretion to enforce established rules of conduct and/or terminate individual's participation for failure to maintain these standards, or

or actions or conduct detrimental to or incompatible with the welfare, comfort, or interest of the group and its program.• I hereby grant Upper Merion Township and any of their directors, agents, and other representatives full authority to take whatever action they consider to be warranted regarding said participants health and

safety, and fully release them from any liability for such actions taken on participant's behalf.• I will furnish a certified birth certificate or proof of birth of the said participant upon request by Upper Merion Township.• I understand and agree that once said program has begun, no refunds are provided for said participants; unless, program is cancelled by township or organization sponsoring program. Request for refund

must be made prior to the start of the second class.• To the best of my knowledge, the participant is in good health and is able to participate in the activity. I understand that while the recreation program staff makes the safety of participants its top priority, no

recreational activity is without some inherent risk of bodily harm.• In cases of accidents, I release Upper Merion Township from all claims to personal injury and property damage which may result from participation in the above trips, activities, camps, and other programs.• The participant will abide by all rules and regulations set forth by Upper Merion Parks & Recreation relating to participation in the above trips and activities, including Upper Merion Area School District rules

and regulations pertaining to illegal drugs, weapons, and smoking.• As an adult/ parent/guardian, I am responsible for all transportation to and from the activity or bus pick-up point.• I hereby grant permission to allow photographs to be taken of this activity for Upper Merion Township publicity purposes.• I have read and understood, and agree to the above items.

____________________________________ _____________________ __________________

Participant / Parent / Guardian Signature Date Receipt Number

Credit Card Number:__________-__________-__________-_________ Exp. Date______/______Security Code (On Back of Card) _________

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Kick Boxing $15 per PersonBoxing $15 per Person

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