Township Events for 12/4 Weekly Update
Rep. Napoleon Nelson December 4, 2025
Church Road and Greenwood Avenue Improvement Project
Traffic Alert and Multiple Road Closures: PennDOT and Cheltenham Township have notified our office construction has begun and will last through July 2nd, 2026. SIGNIFICANT delays are to be expected:
- Wednesday, October 15th, through Thursday, July 2nd, 2026, westbound Route 73 (Church Road) will be closed and detoured 24/7 between Rices Mill Road and the Curtis Arboretum entrance. During the closure, motorists will be directed to use Washington Lane, Route 309 (Cheltenham Avenue), Ogontz Avenue, and Easton Road.
- Wednesday, October 15th, through Thursday, July 2nd, 2026, southbound Greenwood Avenue will be closed and detoured 24/7 between Spruce Lane and Barker Road. During the closure, motorists will be directed to use Township Line Road, Washington Lane, Route 309 (Cheltenham Avenue) and Ogontz Avenue.
Access to residences and businesses will be maintained at all times, including Hillcrest Center, Reconstructionist Rabbinical College, and Curtis Arboretum. Motorists are advised to allow EXTRA time when traveling near work areas, delays WILL occur. All activities are weather dependent.
For more information and updates on the project, click here.
You can check up-to-date conditions on roadways by visiting www.511pa.com, and/or subscribe to the District 6 newsletter: www.penndot.pa.gov/District6.
FREE Parking in Elkins Park and Glenside Business Districts
Parking fees will not be enforced in the Business Districts Wednesday, November 26 through Thursday, January 1. Take advantage of this to visit even more local businesses while holiday shopping!
Winter Woodland Walk
Take a quarter mile walk through High School Park featuring festive lighting and photo ops. December 6-23rd. End with a free hot cocoa at Goat House Creamery! 5-8pm nightly. $5 to enter.
Cheltenham 10th Annual Sit with Santa
Mark your calendar! Sit with Santa is back on Saturday, December 6th, 3-5:30p.m., at Creekside Market & Tap, for its 10th year and this year it will be filled with extra holiday magic.
Here’s what you need to know.
2:00pm -6:00pm Browse the vendors, listen to carolers and soak in the spirit at this first ever Holiday Village along High School Road, sponsored by the downtown businesses.
3:00pm Greet Santa and Mrs. Claus as they arrive by train at Elkins Park station and enter Holiday Village
3:15 - 5:30pm: Photos with Santa, Storytime with Mrs. Claus, crafts corner, face painting, and more at @creeksidemarketandtap and @cheshirebrewingco.
5:00 - 8:00pm The lighting of the Winter Woodland Light Walk at High School Park, sponsored by @cheltenhamtwp and @goathousecreamery
Family Storytime at the Glenside Library
Mondays through December 15, and Saturdays, December 13 @ 10:30 a.m.
This interactive class helps children develop early literacy skills with stories, rhymes, fingerplays, music, and movement. For ages 6 months to 5 years
Read to the Dogs at the Elkins Park Library
Developing readers are invited to practice their reading skills and make new friends by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog, Tuesday, December 9, 4:30 p.m. Please call 215-635-5000 to register in advance for a shared 20-minute session. For ages 5 to 10. Registration required.
D&D Club at the Glenside Library
Calling all adventurers! It's time for another beginner-friendly Dungeon & Dragons campaign, Tuesday, December 9, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. at the Glenside Library. They'll explore ruins, dodge traps, and fight monsters all in the library. For ages 11 to 18! Registration required.
Cheltenham Township EMS Toy Drive
Cheltenham Township EMS is once again participating in the Plymouth Ambulance Operation Christmas Kids Toy Run!!
Drop off a new, unopened toy (no stuffed animals) to Cheltenham EMS or the Cheltenham Police Lobby through Friday December 12th. We'll be packing up the Ambulance on Saturday, December 13th to join other municipalities and head to Bryn Mawr Hospital and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children. Every toy collected helps bring smiles to children's faces.
Cocoa and Canvas with Anita Thompson at the Glenside Library
Come enjoy a relaxing afternoon sipping hot cocoa and learning how to paint with the wonderful Anita Thompson on Tuesday, December 16, 4-5:30p.m.! Anita will guide you through her drawing of a snow cat which you can take home with you afterwards! For ages 6-12 and adult guardians planning to participate alongside children.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Please register for each person planning to participate.
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Cheltenham Fire Company Annual Santa Run
Santa will leave the station at 5:30p.m., Saturday, December 20 and travel around escorted by your volunteer firefighters to wave hello!
Listen for the sirens, see the lights, and feel the jolly spirit!
A to Z World Food Database
Did you know that you can access A to Z World Food with your CTLS Library Card?
A to Z World Food is a database that contains traditional recipes and food culture information for 174 countries. With categories like Daily Meals, Dining Etiquette, Special Occasion Foods, and more!
Available to: All patrons for in-library use; Remotely for Cheltenham residents only
Card required: In-Library – No; Remotely – Yes
Check out A to Z World Food and CTLS' other resources here!
https://cheltenhamlibraries.org/research-it/
FREE Holiday Season Parking in Jenkintown Borough
Borough is pleased to announce that the Holiday parking schedule begins November 27th, 2025, and will continue through December 31st, 2025. All parking is FREE on Saturdays & Sundays. All parking fees are waived on these days on the street or in either municipal lot.
As a reminder in accordance with Chapter 172 'Vehicles and Traffic' there is no charge for parking after 6:00 PM on any day.
Please contact Borough Hall at (215) 885-0700 with any questions or concerns
Storytime with Maddie at the Jenkintown Library
Join us for Storytime with Maddie on Saturday, December 6th, at 11a.m.! This week's book is WINTER DANCE by Marion Dane Bauer 
Santa in the Square
The Jenkintown Rec Board is proud to host the annual 'Light up the Square' event, sponsored by PECO, an Exelon Company, this Saturday, December 6th at 6:00 p.m. in Town Square.
Please join them as they celebrate the holidays with the tree lighting and a visit from Santa Claus himself. There will be hot cocoa, candy canes and entertainment provided by the Jenkintown High School Brass Ensemble.
Holiday Crafts for Adults at the Jenkintown Library
Want to add a personal touch to your holiday gifts? Patrons ages 13 and up can join in for a Holiday Gift-Making event on Sunday, December 7th at 2p.m. to create hand-crafted stocking stuffers and holiday cards for your nearest and dearest.
WINTER HANDPRINT PLATES
December 9th through December 13th
Happy winter! Before the New Year arrives, be sure to capture one last 2025 memory with a special Winter Handprint Plate. Availability is limited, so register now to reserve your spot!
In an effort to make each plate as special as it deserves, each family’s plate(s) will have individual 30-minute sessions. Each session can accommodate up to 3 children. Please choose a time slot from the available sessions that works for your family/group! Click here to register! Click here to donate.
If you do not see an available date/time that works for you, or have any other questions or concerns, please email our Youth Programmer, Maddie (they/them), at mbarton@mclinc.org so we can accommodate your scheduling needs!
Chess Club at the Jenkintown Library
Checkmate! Join Mr. Sean on Wednesday, December 10th, at 5:30p.m. for another Chess Club meeting. All ages and levels are welcome to participate. New to the game? Learn how to play! Already a pro? Come challenge other experienced players or help us teach beginners! Boards will be provided. 
Rockin with Rene at the Jenkintown Library
Get ready to rock and roll at the library!
Every Thursday at 10:30a.m. for Rockin’ with Rene — a fun, musical morning full of singing, dancing, laughter, and rhythm! Perfect for little ones ages 0–5, this interactive program is a hit with kids and grown-ups alike.
Bring your energy, your smiles, and your best dance moves — it’s time to start your Thursday with a rockin’ good time!
Recycle Your String Lights at Borough Hall!
Drop off broken string lights at Jenkintown Borough Hall for recycling. There is a yellow recycling bin designated for string lights.
Thank you for helping us keep our recycling trucks running by placing string lights in this bin.
Free Library of Springfield Township is HIRING!
The Free Library of Springfield Township is accepting applications for a Part-Time Library Assistant. The person in this position performs circulation tasks: checks materials in and out; informs the public of the library’s programs; signs patrons up for library cards, classes and programs; and maintains order and efficiency in the book stacks. For more information click here.
Springfield Library Kids’ Holiday Art Market
Drop in to make a holiday craft and practice math skills in a fun way! Use pretend Monday to “buy” supplies and create what you like! At the Springfield Library on Monday, December 8th, Thursday, December 11th from 4:30-6p.m., or Saturday, December 13th 12-2 p.m. No registration required.
Multicultural Parents Association of Springfield Township (MPA) Meeting
Join the MPA of Springfield Township next Wednesday, December 10th at 6:30p.m. (Enfield School Library) for their next MPA meeting! The presentation will be an update on the Equity Action Plan, and they will share the most recent results of the district’s annual Survey of Belonging.
Music and Movement with Miss Sam
Join other 3-5 year olds (and their caregiver) at the Springfield Library for Music and Movement with Miss Sam on the 3rd Tuesdays of the month from 10:30-11a.m. The next session is Tuesday, December 16th. No registration is required.
PreSchool Karate Storytime at the Springfield Library
Come read “Action Adventures” at the Springfield Library Monday, December 15th, at 10a.m. with Action Karate, and they’ll also give a karate demonstration. Suggested for ages 8 and up. No registration required.
Join Springfield Middle School Multi-Cultural Club
Middle School parents! Check out the MCC- Mondays after school from 2:45-3:45p.m. in the Art Room, if your child is interested in joining the Multicultural Students club. To join, email Counselor Mrs. Biase at lauren_biase@sdst.org or stop by Room 302A.
Springfield Township Snow Shovel Registry
The 2025-26 Student Snow Shovel Registry is now live! This annual tradition is a great way for Springfield Township Middle and High School students to help out their neighbors while also making some money! Those interested should sign up here.