upcoming special events - Lower Providence Township

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Why Prepare for a Disaster?
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isasters disrupt hundreds of thousands of lives every year. Each disaster has lasting effects. People are seriously injured, some are killed,
and property damage runs into the billions of dollars. Disasters usually
happen without warning. You may be alerted of an impending storm or
have a heightened awareness of a potential terrorist attack, but most
natural or man-made disasters in our homeland take us by surprise.
Through the authority of the Pennsylvania Emergency
Management Service Code (PA Title 35), each political subdivision of Pennsylvania is directed and
authorized to establish a local emergency management organization. The Board of Supervisors is responsible for the protection of the lives
and property of the residents and visitors of Lower
Providence Township. Since the events of September
11, 2001 Lower Providence Township has made emergency management one of its top priorities, spending nearly
one quarter of a million dollars on training, equipment and resources.
In 2005, Lower Providence Township Emergency Management & Planning was integrated into the Police Department. With the recommen-
dation of the Board of Supervisors, the Governor appointed Detective
Charles A. DeFrangesco as the Emergency Management Coordinator.
The Coordinator adopted a team approach to address the four phases
of emergency management: mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery. By working closely with numerous Township departments,
volunteer Emergency Services and other organizations, both public and private, the Coordinator established a cooperative and
coordinated response.
If a disaster occurs in Lower Providence Township,
local government and disaster relief organizations will offer help, but you need to be ready as
well. Immediately after an emergency, essential
services may be cut-off and first responders may
not be able to reach you. Knowing what to do to
protect yourself and your household is critical. Being
prepared and understanding what to do can reduce fear,
anxiety and the losses that accompany disasters. In the wake
of a disaster, you may not have time to gather the necessities to
help you and your love ones to cope. Thousands of lives are disrupted each year trying to survive without electricity, running water,
communications, and food after a disaster. Two of
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uman Resources: It’s a department that employees deal with frequently.
The department’s role as an employee advocate - from the hiring process through the administration of benefits to retirement – is obvious. But
what is not so evident is that much of the work done by Human Resources
benefits Lower Providence Township residents, as well.
Geri Golas has served as Human Resource coordinator since joining the
Lower Providence team in March of 2002. Her responsibility - promoting the overall safety, health and welfare of the township’s 69 employees
– covers a lot of territory.
Last year, the Human Resources placed a high priority on communication. A key goal was to provide workers with as many tools as possible
to help them understand their various benefits, the role of all the township departments and the tasks of their co-workers. Golas launched an
employee newsletter and was instrumental in posting an employee area on
the township website. The site allows employees to easily, and securely,
access their individual benefit information.
Geri Golas serves as Human Resources coordinator for Lower Providence Township.
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The promotion and supervision of risk management also falls under Golas’
supervision. As a member of the Township Safety Committee, it is her responsibility to plan monthly programs for all employees. Her search of the
headlines and the Internet for topics is time well spent, as the safety programs are relevant and informative. Recent sessions have included guest
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Blood Drive To Be
Held July 28
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BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS
ower Providence Township will
host a Red Cross blood drive
Friday, July 28 at the Township
Administration Building, 100
Parklane Drive, Eagleville. The
drive will be held from 9 a.m.
to 3 p.m. in the Public Meeting
Room. To schedule an appointment, contact Geri Golas, 610-539-8020 ext. 109.
Joseph C. Dunbar, C.P.M.
To be eligible to donate blood, you must be healthy,
at least 17 years old, weigh at least 105 pounds,
and not have donated blood in the last 8 weeks (56
days). “Healthy” means that you feel well and can
perform normal activities. If you have a chronic
condition such as diabetes or high blood pressure,
“healthy” also means that you are being treated and
the condition is under control.
Published by
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Craig M. Dininny, Chairman
Piero A. Sassu, Vice Chairman
Marie Altieri
Richard T. Brown
Christopher J. DiPaolo
Township Manager
William C. Roth
Newsletter Editor
Denise R. Walsh
Associate Editor
Community Access
Channel Moving
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omcast Cable will have a new channel lineup effective Tuesday, June 20. Under the new lineup,
the Lower Providence Community Access Channel
will move to Channel 27 (from Channel 3).
In addition, Basic service subscribers will now have
access to PCN, the Pennsylvania Cable Network.
Starting June 20, it will be available on Channel 75.
PCN is a nonprofit, nonpartisan network that serves
as the commonwealth's version of C-SPAN, with
unedited live and same-day coverage of Pennsylvania Senate and House floor proceedings, committee
hearings, press conferences, speeches, and other
public forums.
Your donation has the potential to save the lives of
up to four patients. The American Red Cross blood
center can make as many as four different products
from a single blood donation.
Thank you in advance for joining with Lower Providence Township and the American Red Cross - together we make a difference.
TOWNSHIP
PHONE NUMBERS Faces of Service Continued from page 1
Police/Fire Emergency .......................911
hands-on fire extinguisher training.
Administration................. 610-539-8020
Golas’ diligent work in the area of safety is one
that directly benefits the residents of Lower
Providence Township. She oversees regular safety inspections at all of the township’s buildings
and recreational facilities and makes sure that
employees follow safety guidelines when they are
out working within the community.
Code Enforcement .. 610-539-8020 x128
Community Library.......... 610-666-6640
Emergency
Management....... 610-539-5900 x146
Finance
Department ......... 610-539-8020 x122
Fire Marshal ............ 610-539-5900 x146
Parks & Recreation .. 610-539-8020 x124
Planning & Zoning .. 610-539-8020 x128
Another example of Human Resources at work in
the township was the Senior Expo, held in April
at the Arcola Intermediate School. Golas served
as a project coordinator for the successful event,
which brought together township and community resources.
Sewer Authority............... 610-539-6161
“We are always looking for ways to utilize the
expertise and resources of the township for the
benefit of the residents,” said Golas. “With the
Medicare prescription drug changes, we identified a need and looked for a way to help senior
citizens and their caregivers make sense of the
confusing choices.”
Township Manager . 610-539-8020 x126
Thus, the first-ever Lower Providence Township
Police Department........... 610-539-5900
Police Drug & Alcohol
Hotline .......................... 610-539-3195
Public Works............ 610-539-8020 x125
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Senior Expo evolved. With the support of the
Board of Supervisors and the cooperation of the
Methacton School District, Golas coordinated the
day-long event. Medicare enrollment specialists
and representatives from a wide variety of local
senior services were available to speak with the
participants. The day featured blood pressure
screenings, exercise and health information, senior-education opportunities, utility assistance,
library programs, and financial planning.
Building on the success of the Senior Expo, Golas has begun planning the township’s inaugural
Health Fair. The Fair will be held in conjunction
with the township’s annual Fun Day celebration
in September. Preliminary plans include free
screenings and a variety of lifestyle enrichment
resources.
For Golas, the search for innovative ideas – such
as the Senior Expo and Health Fair – is constant.
Her focus, also, remains steady. “The goal – always - is to make the Township the best employer
that the employee has ever worked for and to enhance the lives of the residents,” said Golas.
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CAMP PERKIOMY: JUNE 26 TO AUGUST 4
pace is still available in Lower Providence Township’s Camp Perkiomy program. Improvements have been made to the program in order to provide activities geared specifically to the
youngsters at each of our four sites. In addition, new trips and on-site events have been added
to the Camp Perkiomy schedule.
Locations & Ages: Woodland and Arrowhead, 6-9 age group
Audubon and Eagleville, 10-13 age group
Fees for 2006:
$425 Resident (includes all trips)
$415 for the 2nd child; $405 for the 3rd child
$515 for Non-Residents/Worcester Residents
Times:
Monday-Thursday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Friday 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Registration:
Registration forms are available on our website, www.lowerprovidence.
org or at the Township Building. A check or money order made out to
Lower Providence Township, must be included. Camp T-shirts will be
given out the first day of camp.
Family Discount: For Lower Providence Township residents only. All campers must be
from the same household and must register at the same time to qualify.
The Township’s Bicentennial banners are being sold.
Available for $20 each, the banners feature the special
Bicentennial logo designed for the 200th anniversary.
To purchase one, contact Parks and Recreation
Supervisor Kelly Donohue, 610-539-8020, ext. 124.
MEMORIALIZE A LOVED ONE
UPCOMING SPECIAL EVENTS
Lower Providence Township is offering a unique way to honor those
who have served their country in the armed services. Engraved bricks,
bearing the veteran’s name, his or her rank, branch of service, and date
of service, are available for purchase. The bricks will be placed in the
Township’s “Walk of Honor” located in front of the Veterans’ Memorial
outside the Township Building.
An engraved brick would make a very special Father’s Day gift or remembrance. For
a limited time, bricks are being offered at a reduced price. For $25, current or former
residents may purchase an engraved brick and have it installed on the Walk of Honor.
All proceeds raised from the sale of the bricks will fund Memorial costs.
For more information or to order a brick, please visit our website,
www.lowerprovidence.org
RECYCLING REMINDER
The Parks and Recreation Department would like to remind
all residents about our recycling
program. Red recycling bins are located at
Audubon Recreation Fields, Eskie Park and Eagleville Park for your convenience. Please take
the time to place the appropriate items in these
bins. Thank you for helping Lower Providence
Township in its recycling efforts!
Items that can be recycled:
• Aluminum beverage cans
• Food and beverage containers (jars &
bottles only)
• #1 and #2 food and beverage containers
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A Note for Pet Owners
The department also reminds all dog
owners to be courteous when walking
dogs in the parks. Please make sure
that you pick up after your pet. Special
bags are available in dispensers conveniently located in the parks. The township strives to keep our parks clean
and safe for all of our residents. We
appreciate your cooperation!
A PIECE OF TOWNSHIP HISTORY
SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
Sponsored by Shannondell
Eagleville Park Amphitheatre; Concerts begin at 7 p.m.
June 28 Greater Kensington String Band
July 4
Red Hill Band, followed by fireworks!
July 12 Ray Owen – country and bluegrass
July 19 Black Thorn – Irish rock band
July 26 Cat’s Pajamas – children’s concert
Aug. 2 Mango Men – music with Jimmy Buffet flavor
Aug. 9 Heart & Soul – rock ‘n roll
MOVIE IN THE PARK
August 25, 2006 at 8:00 p.m.
Enjoy a good, old-fashioned move night in Eagleville Park.
Bring snacks, chairs and blankets and enjoy a complementary night that the whole family can enjoy.
CAR SHOW
August 19, 2006 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The event, to be held at the Lower Providence Fire House,
includes a DJ, food, drinks, and a chance to see a wide variety of classic cars and trucks. There will be judging in 20
vehicle categories. Registration forms are available at the
website and at the Township Building. ($10 for pre-registration, $12 day of show)
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Local Company Gives
Youngsters a Life Lesson
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oungsters got a hands-on lesson about the world
of the physically challenged last month as a local
van conversion company presented a program at St.
Andrew’s Nursery School in Audubon.
Jack Donovan, who has operated Van Conversions
in the township since 1984, showed the pre-school
children two conversion vans, a power wheelchair
and a hand-activated driving aid. Donovan and the
youngsters talked about why someone might need
the special equipment and how it differed from
their own cars. The children then had the chance
sit in a wheelchair as it was lifted into one of the
vans.
The visit was part of the nursery school’s annual
special needs curriculum. The children participate in class discussions and activities designed
to expand their understanding of the physically
and mentally challenged. In addition to Donovan’s
visit, the school hosts a program during which
the children experiment with wheelchairs, canes,
walkers, both child-size and adult, and special
toys. Children from the school also travel to a retirement community to visit with the residents.
Jack Donovan, president of Accessible Vans and Mobility, gives Emma Eglinton a ride into a lowered-floor
van.
Donovan noted that the industry is continually
growing, with new innovations becoming available all the time. The mission, he said, is to allow persons with disabilities to enjoy more active,
mobile lifestyles. He welcomes the opportunity
to share what he does with the youngsters at St.
Andrew’s and to help them learn about the world
around them.
Donovan talks with preschool children about his special equipment.
Improving Traffic Flow
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orcester, East Norriton and Lower Providence Townships, in conjunction with Montgomery County, have begun
studying ways to improve traffic flow along Germantown Pike. It is not the first time the township has taken a
regional approach to traffic management. One of the methods being looked at for Germantown Pike is a closed loop
system, a synchronized traffic signal system that is being successfully used along Ridge Pike.
Officials from Lower Providence and West Norriton worked cooperatively to implement the closed loop traffic signal
system for the Ridge Pike/Main Street corridor. The synchronized system has improved traffic flow through the
townships during the morning and evening rush times.
In addition, the system provides battery backup and allows the signals to be coordinated should an emergency necessitate an evacuation. The townships, actively involved in the Route 422 corridor coalition and incident management
planning, recognize the importance of taking a proactive approach to emergency management. The battery back-up
units ensure the safety of motorists during a homeland security-related crisis, Limerick evacuation, unforeseen
emergency, or routine power outage. Because the Ridge Pike/Main Street corridor serves as the eastbound evacuation route for the Limerick Generating Station, and Lower Providence Township is within the 10-mile evacuation
zone, guaranteeing the efficient operation of the signals is critical.
Lower Providence will continue to investigate additional traffic control methods, working with its municipal neighbors, to ease the traffic congestion.
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LOWER PROVIDENCE TOWNSHIP
On-Going Community
Development Projects
OPEN SPACE PLAN
The Township’s revised Open Space Plan, including additional trail links, was approved last
month by the Board of Supervisors. The plan
had previously received the approval of the
Township’s Open Space Board and Planning
Commission.
To view the Open Space Plan, visit the Township
website and click on the Planning and Zoning link
(www.lowerprovidence.org).
The plan’s inventory of Lower Providence’s existing land use catalogs 10,031 acres. Public open
space accounts for 2,016 acres (20.1 percent)
and private open space totals 445.8 acres (4.4
percent). The total open space of 2,462 acres
represents 24.5 percent of township acreage. Vacant land accounts for 746 acres and agricultural
acreage total 146 acres.
The additional trail links include Redtail Park to
the Lower Providence Rod and Gun Club; The
Club at Shannondell to the Audubon Sanctuary
and Schuylkill River; Hoy Park to the property
along the Perkiomen Creek; Shannondell at Valley Forge to the Boulevard of the Generals and
West Norriton Township; Ridge Pike to the Jeffersonville Golf Club; and Woodland Avenue to
Trooper Road.
RIDGE PIKE BUSINESS DISTRICT ORDINANCE
A proposed ordinance designed to improve the
safety and overall appearance of the Ridge Pike
Business District was approved by the Board of
Supervisors earlier this month.
The ordinance provides for roadway and pedestrian safety improvements; building and landscape regulations; and green area additions
to aid storm water drainage along Ridge Pike.
Additional goals of the ordinance are: improvement of the overall land value along Ridge Pike;
encouragement of commercial redevelopment
along the corridor; and enhancement of safety by
the installation of pedestrian paths.
The Township’s Community Development Department, the Board of Supervisors, and the Montgomery County Planning Commission began investigating improvements to the Ridge Pike
corridor in January of 2005. Last May, the Ridge Pike Business District
Committee was formed at the direction of the Board to assist with the
formation of the ordinance.
Under the ordinance, the architecture of any proposed new structures
would resemble a village scheme. Other features of the ordinance designed to enhance the aesthetic character along Ridge Pike are: parking
standards, outdoor dining standards, screening standards, outdoor storage restrictions, and landscaping and signage standards.
DUMPING PROHIBITED
Residents are reminded that dumping of leaves, grass clippings, trash, or
debris into any stream, waterway, culvert or sewer is prohibited. Dump-
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ing may cause blockages downstream and have an adverse affect on our
environment.
FINISHING YOUR BASEMENT?
If you re-thinking of finishing your basement, please note that the 2003
International Building Code requires a direct means of egress (way of getting outside). Be sure that your contractor is aware of this change as you
plan your basement renovations. In addition a Building permit is required
for all basement renovations. Permit applications can be found on the
Township website, www.lowerprovidence.org/forms.htm.
VERIZON
Verizon continues to complete its fiber optic services project and installations throughout the township. If you have any questions, please contact
Verizon directly at 1-800-440-8000.
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Officer Honored for Work With School Children
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pl. David L. Detwiler, a 24-year veteran of the
Lower Providence Township Police Department, was named this year’s recipient of the Mattie Muir Award presented by the Victim Services
Center of Montgomery County.
Detwiler was recognized for his longtime commitment to the Safety Rangers Program. He presents the program, in conjunction with the Victim Services Center, to elementary school aged
children in the Township. Detwiler received the
award at the Center’s annual recognition luncheon held at the William Penn Inn in Lower
Gwynedd Township.
The Mattie Muir Award is presented by the Victim
Services Center to individuals who distinguish
themselves in the service of victims of crimes
throughout Montgomery County. The award is
named for Mattie Muir, one of the five women
who founded Women Against Rape in 1974. Muir Cpl. David Detwiler, of the Lower Providence Township Police Department, accepts the Matty Muir Award from
was the driving force behind the formation of the May Onama, Executive Director of the Victim Services Center of Montgomery County. Offering congratulations
organization and served for many years in a lead- are, Lower Providence Township Police Chief Francis Carroll, left, and Piero Sassu, Vice Chairman of the Township
ership capacity as the organization evolved. In Board of Supervisors.
The Safety Rangers program is a free, after-school program in which
1980, the name of the organization was changed
children learn the skills to protect themselves from abuse and victimto the Rape Crisis Center of Montgomery County, acknowledging that
ization. Throughout the program, participants develop individual safety
sexual assaults are not solely directed toward women. As services to
portfolios. The final product is a hand-made creative compilation of
victims of other violent crimes were offered, the agency changed its
worksheets, games, and art projects reinforcing lessons in safety skills.
name to the Victim Services Center of Montgomery County.
Some topics include: Abduction Prevention, Internet Safety, Bullying
The Lower Providence Township Police Department has enjoyed a longand Teasing Prevention, Anger Management, and Home-Alone Safety.
term mutually beneficial relationship with the Victim Services Center of
Each program ends with a graduation ceremony celebrating the safety
Montgomery County. Chief of Police Francis L. Carroll served a threeand risk reduction skills the children have learned while becoming a
year term on the Board of Directors of the agency. He and Lt. Stanley
"Safety Ranger".
M. Turtle serve as instructors for the Sexual Assault Counselor TrainFor more information on this program, please contact the Child Abuse
ing program. Additionally, the Center has provided invaluable services
Prevention Educator at (610) 277-0932 ext. 232.
to victims and survivors of violent crimes through referrals from the
Lower Providence Township Police Department.
Why Prepare for a Disaster? Continued from page 1
the most important steps you can take now are having a
family disaster plan and being prepared with emergency
supplies to reduce the physical and emotional impact of
disaster.
anyone in your household requires special assistance
during an emergency, please complete the pre-addressed
survey form and mail it to Emergency Management and
Planning.
Inserted in this newsletter you will find a removable
booklet titled, “What You Need To Know.” Use this
guide as your foundation for disaster preparedness. Involve your household in assembling a family communication plan and emergency supply kit. Once you’ve
completed your plan and kit, consider exercising them
to see if they work. Designate a weekend and “test” your
communication plan by calling the contacts and “live”
off your emergency supply kit. At the end of the weekend, restock your supplies and make any corrections or
changes that were identified during your test.
Don’t stop there; consider taking a first aid and CPR class.
The “Good Samaritan” law protects those obtaining official certifications. Next, consider getting involved in
local emergency preparedness and response activities by
volunteering with the Lower Providence Volunteer Fire
Company or Lower Providence Community Center Ambulance.
Also inside the guide is an Emergency Needs Survey. If
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Lower Providence Township Emergency Management
and Planning welcomes community input and involvement. For additional information in preparedness or
volunteering, please contact the Emergency Management
Coordinator at 610-539-5900 or [email protected].
LOWER PROVIDENCE TOWNSHIP
Puppy Patrol a Big Success at Woodland Elementary School
W
hen Meredith Seiberlich and Kelsey Bittone put their heads
together to come up with an idea for a worthwhile community service project, their collective creative juices brought them to
the creation of the “Puppy Patrol”. The two energetic youngsters
focused on raising funds to allow the Lower Providence Township
Police Department to purchase bulletproof vests for the Canine
Unit. What started out as a modest venture blossomed into an
incredible accomplishment on the part of the two girls and their
fourth-grade classmates at Woodland Elementary School.
On Friday, May 12, 2006, Officer Kenneth D. Duelley and his
canine partner, Baco, Officer Matthew L. Kuhnert and his canine
partner, Shadow, and Chief Francis L. Carroll visited Woodland Elementary School where Meredith, Kelsey, and Mrs. Tez
Seiberlich of the Woodland Home and School Association presented them with a check for $1,627. Baco provided the students
with a demonstration of his skills in locating explosives and
Shadow showed his aptitude in finding narcotics.
After the check presentation and demonstrations, the students
enjoyed a pizza party provided by the township officers to show
their appreciation for the efforts of all of the children in accomplishing such an impressive achievement.
The funds raised by the youngsters are earmarked for the purchase of bullet-resistant vests for the dogs, explosive and narcotics training aids, and climate control units for the canine
vehicles to protect the dogs from the heat during the summer
months.
The outstanding efforts of the students, their parents and teachers on behalf of their community are truly a positive ref lection
on the children, their families and their school and are genuinely appreciated by Lower Providence Township.
On hand for the check presentation at Woodland Elementary School were, from left, Off. Matthew L. Kuhnert and Shadow, Chief Francis Carroll, Kelsey Bittone,
Meredith Seiberlich, Tez Seiberlich, and Off. Kenneth D. Duelley and Baco.
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Art Show Features Scores of Outstanding Works
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rea artists submitted hundreds of pieces of artwork to the 2nd annual
Art Show at the John James Audubon Center at Mill Grove and organizers were pleased with the tremendous response.
The show, co-sponsored by the Center and Lower Providence Township,
was held in Mill Grove’s historic barn on Pawlings Road in Audubon.
Renowned Chester County artist Adrian Martinez served as juror for
this year’s show.
Artists in all media submitted works. The theme for the show was Nature and Vision, with a special emphasis on art containing a wildlife
emphasis. Works in all fine art media including drawings, paintings,
prints, sculpture and photography were featured.
Cash awards and prizes totaling more than $1200 were distributed.
Prize winners included:
Commerce Bank Best of Show: .. Will Dexter, Amethyst Glass
Lower Providence Township
Community Award: ................ Jim Simmons, U.S. Route 6
Audubon Nature Award: ........... John Edwards, Osprey with Fish
Best Work Depicting
the Theme: ........................... Charles Segal, Under the Bridge: Manayunk
OILS & ACRYLICS:
1st: ............................................ Marie Bender, Lilies and Quail
2nd: .......................................... James McFarlane, Crusher
3rd: .......................................... Charles Marie Bender, Woodcock
Honorable Mention: .................. Charles Segal, The Pickering: Charlestown
WATERCOLORS & MIXED MEDIA
1st: ............................................ Mary Malischewski, Midst of Maine
2nd:........................................... Michael Adams, Sandhill Crane
3rd: ........................................... Terry Lipton, Pine
Honorable Mention: .................. Flora van der Kam, Clownfish
DRAWINGS, PRINTS, PASTELS & PHOTOGRAPHY
1st: ................................... Teresa DeSeve, Groundhog Day Perkiomen Creek
2nd:.................................. Mitch Harper, Birds are the Key
3rd: .................................. Andy Smith, Great Horned Owl with Rabbit
Honorable Mention: ......... Eugene Coggins, Cool Clear Waters
SCULPTURE, WALL HANGINGS & TEXTILES
1st: ................................... Todd Starks, Trinity
2nd:.................................. JoAnn Bono, Carpetbagger Beetle
3rd: .................................. Joanne Turner, Poppy I
Honorable Mention: ......... Pat Alker, Symbiosis
Additional Awards ............ Mary Whittam, Our 1769 Barn, Cowpath Road & Happy Porkers
......................................... Mia Bosna, Bear & Pine
......................................... Teri Moyer, Calla
......................................... Susan Williamson, Rumination
......................................... Cari Myford, Waves of Light
......................................... Robert Hirschorn, Hopewell Stream
......................................... John Edwards, Red-tailed Hawk
......................................... Inga Hiltebeitel, Green Butterfly & White Butterfly
......................................... Nancy Goodspeed, High Noon
......................................... Carlson Potts, Duck, Duck, Boom!
......................................... Gretchen Shannon, Kono Yumeh Omitah
......................................... Jennifer Frudakis, Tree of Life
The John James Audubon Center offers a unique combination of art and
nature. Its museum features all of John James Audubon's major works,
including the magnificent Birds of America. Over 175 species of birds
and over 400 species of plants have been identified on the grounds,
which feature five miles of walking trails. Mill Grove is the first home
of John James Audubon in America and the only true Audubon home
still standing in the U.S.
Hours: Tues.-Sat. 10:00 am to 4:00 pm; Sun. 1:00 to 4:00 pm
1201 Pawlings Road, Audubon, PA 19403, 610-666-5593
AUDUBON LOOP - The Audubon Loop recreational trail, which connects the Perkiomen and Schuylkill River trails, was officially opened June 2. On hand for the ribboncutting ceremony were, from left, John Wood, Montgomery County open space planner; Supervisor Christopher DiPaolo; National Audubon Society President John Flicker;
Supervisor Richard Brown; Township Manager Joseph Dunbar; Parks and Recreation Supervisor Kelly Donohue, and Maureen Nelson, secretary to the manager.
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LOWER PROVIDENCE TOWNSHIP
Work has begun on the
Township’s 2006 Road
Reconstruction projects.
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econstruction is to be completed on all or portions of 43 township roads. Contractors awarded the work are: Nick Falcone &
Sons, curb work; Glasgow, Inc., wearing course; and Asphalt Paving Systems, cold in-place recycling, and full depth reclamation.
In addition, AFP Contracting, Inc. will be installing 63 handicap
ramps throughout the township.
The Township is sending informational letters to residents who
will be affected by the roadwork. The contractors also are notifying residents of the approximate timing of the work. The Road
Reconstruction includes:
STREET NAME
BEGINNING
ENDING
Amy Drive....................... Alexandria Drive ......... Ashley Circle
Amy Drive....................... Ashley Circle................ Jennifer Lane
Amy Drive....................... Jennifer Lane................ Trooper Road
Amy Drive....................... N. Park Avenue............. Alexandria Drive
Ashley Circle .................. Amy Drive .................... Cul-de-sac
Ashwood Lane ................ S. Park Avenue ............. Miami Avenue
Barrington Road ............. Winthrop Road ............ Raynham Road
Belmont Avenue .............. Lauman Road ............... Tomstock Road
Belmont Avenue .............. Tomstock Road ............ Clearfield Avenue
Borton Road .................... S. Park Avenue ............. Dead End
Brant Road ...................... Dead End...................... Mann Road
Brenda Lane .................... Pinetown Road ............. Pinetown Road
Brightly Circle ................ Cold Spring Drive ........ Dead End
Brimfield Road ............... Wedgewood Way ......... Sandown Road
Buckwalter Road............. Mary Bell Road ............ Lawrence Road
Buckwalter Road............. Egypt Road ................... Mary Bell Road
Buckwalter Road............. Lawrence Road ............ Jode Road
Bunting Circle................. Eagleville Road ............ Cul-de-sac
Clearfield Avenue ........... Woodland .................... Belmont Avenue
Crosskeys Road .............. Ridge Pike .................... Dead End
Croydon Circle ............... Cold Spring ................. Cul-de-sac
Culp Road ....................... S. Park Avenue ............. Orchard Lane
Culp Road ....................... Orchard Lane ............... Robin Lane
Deerfield Drive ............... Soni Drive .................... Martha Lane
Dorchester Road ............. Stoughton Road ............ Worthington Road
Dorchester Road ............. Worthington ................ Barrington Road
Elm Avenue ..................... Ridge Pike .................... First Street
Evans Road ..................... Dead End...................... Mann Road
Evans Road ..................... Mann Road ................... Dead End
Farmhouse Drive ............ Sunnyside .................... Cul-de-sac
Farview Avenue .............. Clearfield .................... Cul-de-sac
Featherbed Lane ............. Woodsedge .................. Dead End
Featherbed Lane ............. Skyline Drive ............... Woodsedge Road
Featherbed Lane ............. Eagleville Road ............ Pinetown Road
Fifth Street ...................... Hillside Avenue ............ Dead End
SUMMER 2006
FINISHING TOUCH A worker applies stain to the walls of the new Jode Road culvert. The
staining of the pre-cast walls simulates stonework.
STREET NAME
BEGINNING
ENDING
First Street ...................... S. Barry Avenue............ Dead End
Henry Road ..................... Dead End...................... Mann Road
Henry Road ..................... Mann Road ................... Cul-de-sac
Highgate Road................. Village Green ............... Martha Lane
Jefferson Avenue ............. Monroe Avenue ............ Van Buren Avenue
Jefferson Avenue ............. Van Buren .................... Eisenhower Avenue
Jode Road ........................ Meadowlark ................ S. Park Avenue
Lewis Road ..................... Level Road.................... Park Entrance
Link Road ....................... Miami Avenue .............. Dead End
Longspur Road ............... Lee ................................ Cul-de-sac
Madison Avenue ............. Monroe Avenue ............ Van Buren Avenue
Madison Avenue ............. Van Buren..................... Eisenhower Avenue
Maplewood Mews ........... Sandown Road ............. Driftwood Drive
Maplewood Mews ........... Driftwood Drive........... Dead End
N. Barry Avenue ............. Ridge Pike .................... Dead End
Orchard Lane.................. Culp Road .................... Egypt Road
Orchard Lane.................. Robin Lane ................... Orchard Lane
Orchard Lane.................. Orchard Lane ............... Culp Road
Orchard Lane.................. S. Park Avenue ............. Orchard Lane
Pechin Mill Road ............ Ridge Pike .................... Dead End
S. Barry Avenue .............. Ridge Pike .................... First Street
S. Barry Avenue .............. First Street.................... Second Street
S. Barry Avenue .............. Second Street ............... Third Street
S. Barry Avenue .............. Third Street .................. Dead End
Sanderling Circle ............ Sandpiper Drive ........... Cul-de-sac
Sandown Road ................ Brimfield Road ............. Maplewood Mews
Sandown Road ................ Maplewood Mews ........ Wedgewood Way
Sandown Road ................ Wedgewood Way ......... Dead End
Seventh Street ................. Hillside Avenue ............ Dead End
Van Buren Avenue .......... Rittenhouse Road......... Adams Avenue
Van Buren Avenue .......... Adams Avenue ............. Jefferson Avenue
Van Buren Avenue .......... Jefferson Avenue .......... Madison Avenue
Van Buren Avenue .......... Madison Avenue........... Trooper Road
Woodland Avenue .......... Miami Avenue .............. S. Park Avenue
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For more info on any program,
please call the Library at 610-666-6640
or check our website www.lowerprovidencelibrary.org
10-YEAR ANNIVERSARY
CELEBRATION
ON WEDNESDAY, JUNE 28, 6:00 - 8:00 P.M.
Help us celebrate 10-years in our building. Refreshments will be served (a big birthday
cake!). A presentation to our volunteers
and friends will take place at 7:00 p.m.
5TH ANNUAL GOLF OUTING
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 16TH
Come out and support the Lower
Providence Community Library’s golf
outing at the Club at Shannondell. More
info available at the Library or on the
website www.lowerprovidencelibrary.org
SUMMER READING PROGRAM
PAWS, CLAWS, SCALES AND TALES
Sign up begins on Monday June 19.
You can sign up whenever you come to the library!
SCHEDULE OF PROGRAMS:
DAVE SMITH, ONE MAN SIDESHOW
Tuesday - June 27 at 11:00 a.m.
Dave uses juggling and variety acts along with dry wit to bring the traditions of vaudeville to the Modern age. All ages welcome.
DINOSAUR EXPEDITION
Thursday - July 6 at 7:00 p.m
Come learn how fossils are formed, the work of a Paleontologist, and see
a mini museum featuring real teeth and claws. A Dinosaur Dig will take
place in the Community room following the above program. Ages 5 and up
welcome. You must sign up to participate in the Dig.
SEEING EYE DOG PROGRAM
Tuesday - July 11 at 11:00 a.m.
Presented by the 4H. Ages K and up welcome.
AMAZIN' MOTIVATION TUESDAY
July 18 at 7:00 p.m.
Bring the Family out for a fun and exciting performance of Dog Agility.
All ages welcome.
HORSES CAN BE FUN
Tuesday July 25 & 26 at 11:00 a.m.
2-Day program in Community Room. Sign up for program required.
Ages 8 to 12 welcome.
MAGICIAN ERIC DASHER
PRESENTING HIS MAGICAL SHOPPE OF WONDERS,
Thursday, Aug. 3 at 7:00 p.m. All ages welcome.
KIDS AND CULTURES, STORYTELLING- ANIMAL WHYS
Tuesday Aug. 8 at 11:00 a.m.
Why does turtle have a cracked shell?
Why is Rhino so grumpy?
All ages welcome.
THEY’RE ALL EARS
Some 75 adults and children, attended a story time
at the Lower Providence Community held in support of
the inaugural state program, One Book, Every Young Child.
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Children are encouraged to bring their Reading Record to the Library to
earn 1 "paw print" for every 10 picture books read or for reading 100 pages
of a chapter book. "Paw Prints" are spent in the "Trading Post." Trading
Post hours will be posted in the Library and on the website.
LOWER PROVIDENCE TOWNSHIP
Library Hosts “Night of Mysteries”
O
ver 250 guests turned out for the “Night of Mysteries” wine tasting event at the Lower Providence
Community Library. Participants enjoyed an evening of delicious food, wine, and great friends
while raising $20,000 for the Library.
Thanks are owed to the event’s many sponsors and supporters, including: Commerce Bank, Chateau Granieri, and The Club at Shannondell. Community sponsors were: Bursich Associates, Inc.,
Chambers Associates, Inc., Fox, Differ, Callahan, Sheridan & McDevitt, Hideaway Day Camp, Kerns,
Pearlstine, Onorato, & Fath, LLP, Miller, Turetsky, Rule & McLennan, Pioneer Crossing Landfill
Charitable Giving Program, Robert E. Blue Consulting Engineers, Schoor DePalma, Streamlight,
Inc., Sovereign Bank, and Superior Tube.
Door Prizes, Raffle Basket Donations and other supporters included: Acme Markets, Applebee’s
Neigborhood Bar and Grill, Asher’s Worcester Florist, the Ark Religious store, Bay Pony Inn, Beauti
Marq, Bella Rosy Pizzeria, Candy Bouquet, China Inn Restaurant, Clemens Market, Conlin’s Copy
Center, Dairy Queen, Designed Treasurers, Evansburg Cleaners, Filomena’s Hair Salon, Floral Palace, Kimberton Inn, Little Shanghai Restaurant, Longhorn Restaurant, Max and Erma’s Restaurant,
Mole’s Florist, Panera’s Bread, Paradise Pizza Restaurant, Pizazz, Plaza Flowers, Prudential Realtors
Kay Stapola, Reading Phillies, Risher Van Horn Flowers, Rita’s Water Ice, Rocco’s, Schuylkill Valley
Sporting Goods, Senator John Rafferty, Systems Sound and Vision, Talluto’s Authentic Italian Food,
Tommy’s Hot Shop Pizza, Tosco’s, Trader Joe’s, Valley Forge Beef & Ale, & Wal-Mart.
A special thank you as well goes out to the Friends of the Lower Providence Community Library
for all their help and support. Without volunteers, friends and sponsors, events such as this would
not be possible.
Inaugural 5K Run
Aids
Community
Center
Ambulance
T
op overall male and female finishers
in the Lower Providence Community
Center Ambulance’s benefit 5K run were
Andrew Miller, with a time of 21:54, and
Mary Miller, with a time of 22:08. Other top
finishers included:
Male Age Group: 0 - 14
1st ..... Louis Cotteta, 25:15
2nd.... Jeffrey Kirshenbaum, 27:39
3rd .... Daniel Bomzer, 29:22
Female Age Group: 0 - 14
1st ..... Laura Weinstock, 29:27
Female Age Group: 15 - 19
1st ..... Katie Anegelucci, 24:58
2nd.... Jaclyn Garvey, 28:06
3rd .... Lindsay Bickleman, 28:47
Male Age Group: 20 - 29
1st ..... John Mascaro, 23:20
2nd.... Larry Durland, 25:41
Female Age Group: 20 - 29
1st ..... Erin Fidler, 26:58
2nd.... Paige Seaton, 32:48
3rd .... Joan Mulhern, 37:50
Male Age Group: 30 - 39
1st ..... Steven Fisher, 25:21
2nd.... Michael Hammer, 25:24
Library Board of Trustees members and friends enjoy the special evening at the library.
The chocolate fountain proved to be a popular attraction at the wine-tasting event.
Female Age Group: 30 - 39
1st ..... Karen Bock, 24:14
2nd.... Jennifer Fisher, 26:41
3rd .... Patricia Davis, 26:44
Male Age Group: 40 - 49
1st ..... Jingchun Yu, 22:44
2nd.... Greg Jablonski, 23:39
3rd .... Frank Macartney, 23:47
Female Age Group: 40 - 49
1st ..... Susan Markley, 29:19
2nd.... Kathy Anegelucci, 29:21
3rd .... Laura Sulmone, 32:06
Male Age Group: 50 - 59
1st ..... David Stickley, 24:35
2nd.... Steve Mahan, 29:26
Female Age Group: 50 - 59
1st ..... Karen Bickleman, 35:38
Male Age Group: 60 - 69
1st ..... Patrick Mandracchia, 29:04
SUMMER 2006
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Lower Providence Township
100 Parklane Drive
Eagleville, PA 19403
www.lowerprovidence.org
TOWNSHIP
OFFICES
CLOSED
The Township Administration Offices
will be closed on the following dates:
INDEPENDENCE DAY
JULY 4, 2006
LABOR DAY
SEPTEMBER 4, 2006
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LOWER PROVIDENCE TOWNSHIP