Archive for May, 2011

Last Full Measure The history of Memorial Day is still being written

May 27, 2011
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Last Full Measure The history of Memorial Day is still being written

As with many occasions that roll around every year, the significance of Memorial Day can often be overlooked because it is an annual rite.  But each year, for someone, Memorial Day has for the first time taken on added significance.  That is because each year more of our nation’s finest young men and women...
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Upper Merion Farmers Market is Open for the Season

May 26, 2011
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Upper Merion Farmers Market is Open for the Season

The Upper Merion Farmers Market welcomed patrons back last week for the start of its second season. More special events are planned for this Saturday, May 28, at the market. Representatives from Sun & Earth will be on hand with a refill station so that patrons can replenish their stock of this company’s eco-friendly...
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The Valley Forge Chorale presents “An Evening of A Cappella”

May 26, 2011
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The Valley Forge Chorale presents “An Evening of A Cappella”

The Valley Forge Chorale will be joining with the Great Valley High School Chamber Singers on Saturday, June 4th at 7:30 P.M. for “An Evening of A Cappella”.  The concert will take place at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, located at the corner of Valley Forge and Henderson Roads in King of Prussia.   Admission is...
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Optimist Club Honors Diana Helmetag and Dr. Karen Geller as Partner in Education Award Winners

May 19, 2011
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Optimist Club Honors Diana Helmetag and Dr. Karen Geller as Partner in Education Award Winners

Diana Helmetag was honored recently for her 15 years as an outstanding Orchestra Director in Upper Merion Area Middle School and High School.  Under her leadership Mrs. Helmetag has increased the number of strings students in the Middle School from 30 to 92 and the number in the High School from 14 to 45....
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The Historical Society of Montgomery County Presents, “Fiddlesticks”

May 19, 2011
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The Historical Society of Montgomery County Presents, “Fiddlesticks”

With select songs from the Civil War, Fiddlesticks will help us mark the start of the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War.  The historical musical styling of Nancy Shill and Charlie Pellegrino will entertain attendees on Sunday afternoon, June 12, 2011..  The event is free to the public, so please invite a friend.
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OCTAGON AND OPTIMIST CLUBS JOIN FORCES TO CLEAN HIGHWAY

May 19, 2011
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OCTAGON AND OPTIMIST CLUBS JOIN FORCES TO CLEAN HIGHWAY

The Optimist Club of Valley Forge conducted its twentieth annual spring highway cleanup last Saturday with the help of the Octagon Club in the Upper Merion Area High School.  Randy Charles, chair of the project said “It is always great to have the Octagon Club and their advisor, Ms. Kenny, work with us. It...
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Upper Merion Detective Receives Optimist “Respect for Law” Award

May 11, 2011
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Upper Merion Detective Receives Optimist “Respect for Law” Award

Upper Merion Detective Receives Optimist Respect for Law Award Detective Brendan Dougherty of the  Upper Merion Township Police Department received the Optimist Club of Valley Forge Respect for Law Award dinner meeting at Michael’s Deli last night. The award is given annually to the Upper Merion police officer of the year as selected by...
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GULPH UCC STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL

May 10, 2011
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GULPH UCC STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL

GULPH UCC STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL Come Join Us! Gulph United Church of Christ in Gulph Mills, PA will hold its traditional Strawberry Festival on Saturday, June 4th from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. There will be food, games, crafts, attic treasures, face painting, baked goods, etc. All are invited to attend and experience food, fellowship,...
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The King of Prussia Car and Truck Show, Saturday, May 14, 2011

May 9, 2011
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The King of Prussia Car and Truck Show, Saturday, May 14, 2011

The Upper Merion Police Association Presents THE KING OF PRUSSIA CAR AND TRUCK SHOW to be held at the United Artists Movie Theatre (300 Goddard Blvd.)on Saturday, May 14, 2011 (Rain Date Sunday, May 15, 2011).  Registration begins at 8:30 AM.  Music, Food and Vendors will be on hand.  For more information, or to...
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