Township Events for 10/2 Weekly Update
Rep. Napoleon Nelson October 2, 2026
Welcome to October!!
Cheltenham Township has a Trio of Treats for you this year:
1. Haunt Your House Decorating Contest - sign up here and decorate before October 19th.
2. Pumpkin Painting - sign up on RecDesk to paint pumpkins October 27, 7PM at Rowland CC.
3. Tunes Before Treats - Judy Tudy performs a Halloween concert October 31, 2PM at the Little League fields!
Free heart screening at Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School
Date: Saturday, Oct. 3
Time: 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Location: 1345 Sumneytown Pike, Lower Gwynedd Township 19002
Who: Ages 12-25 who have never been examined by a cardiologist
Cost: Free
Registration: Required in advance; participants or parents/guardians must complete the screening consent and medical history forms before attending
Screening includes: Medical history review, blood pressure, height and weight checks, ECG and other heart evaluation as indicated
Play & Learn: A Family Place Parent-Child Workshop
Join us for Play & Learn: A Family Place Parent-Child Workshop at the Elkins Park Library!
This fun, play-based series for toddlers, parents, and caregivers provides a setting rich with blocks, puzzles, gross motor toys, books, manipulatives, transportation toys, dramatic play, music, and an art or sensory exploration activity. Families with children ages 1-3 are invited to spend time together, make friends, and talk one-on-one with early childhood and family support specialists.
Each week, a different specialist will be available to share resources on early literacy, general early child development, speech-language development, nutrition, and music/movement.
Fridays, October 9, 23 & 30 from 10:30-11:45 AM
For families with children between 1 and 3 p.m.
Registration required here
FREE Paper Shredding Event
SAVE the DATE! State Senator Art Haywood and State Representative Ben Sanchez will be hosting a free paper shredding event on Saturday, October 10th at 10 a.m. at Copper Beech Elementary School in Glenside.
Citizens Police Academy Registration is now OPEN!!
Cheltenham Police want you to join them for their second annual Citizens Police Academy! Come get to know their officers and experience the different parts of what their day-to-day life can look like serving the Cheltenham Township community.
They are so grateful for the partnerships they created with last year's class and look forward to creating more!
Questions? Contact Officer Stephanie Greenwald, sgreenwald@cheltenhampa.gov, or call: 215-610-9048. Learn more here.
The deadline to apply is October 13th. Class size is limited and slots filled by order of applications received.
Renninger Rampage
We're ramping up for a busy October! Wrestling fans - or families looking for a new sort of night out - join us October 10th for Renninger Rampage!
Gates open at 2 p.m.; the show starts at 3 p.m.
There will be food trucks and a wrestler meet-and-greet as well!
October 24th will be the annual Fall Fest and Bonfire, and stay tuned because we'll be announcing a trio of Halloween treats next week!
Jenkintown Food Cupboard October Needs
JFC cannot thank the community enough for your incredible support! Whether through food donations, financial contributions, volunteer hours, sturdy handled grocery bags, or reusable handled bags, they simply couldn't help so many families without you.
As September begins, please take a look at their October Wish List for the essential items needed to keep our shelves stocked.
Every single donation makes a vital difference, helping provide food for over 350 families in need weekly.
Food donations may be left through the red doors to the Happich Annex off of Summit Avenue M-F 8:30- 4 pm, next to the exit drive, or placed in one of their ongoing Food Drive locations such as Bella's Pizza and the Jenkintown Library.
Want to do even more? Host a food drive! Call the office at 215-274-5720, and they will gladly help you get set up.
Jenkintown Mattress Fundraiser
The Jenkintown High School Band and Choir are heading to Orlando in spring 2027 for Adjudication, and they are fundraising to help students afford this trip!
On the day of the event, there will be 28+ different styles of beds on display for customers to try. The beds are new, brand name, made to order, available in all sizes, and cost up to 50% less than suggested retail. In addition to beds, there will also be premium pillows, luxury sheets, and even adjustable power bases! Delivery and financing are available.
Every purchase supports students in the Music Program!
Annual Monarch Butterfly Celebration & Sustainability Fair
Sunday, October 4th is the annual Monarch Butterfly Celebration & Sustainability Fair.
Join us in Jenkintown Town Square from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
We'll have a presentation on the Monarch Butterfly at 12:30 p.m., followed by a butterfly tag & release (conditions permitting) as part of the Monarch Watch Tagging Program. The Monarch Watch Tagging Program is a large-scale community science project initiated in 1992 to help understand the dynamics of the monarch's spectacular fall migration through mark and recapture. Info at monarchwatch.org
Representatives from Bird Town PA, Back to Earth Compost Crew, Fox Chase Cancer Center, Tookany/Tacony-Frankford Watershed Partnership, and
Others will be on hand to share information about ways we can all support sustainable choices every day.
Chess Club at the Jenkintown Library
Checkmate! Join us on Wednesday, October 7th, at 5:30 pm 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
Classic Book Chats
Love classic literature? Want to dive deeper into the books that have shaped generations of readers? Join us on Friday, October 9th at 5 pm to continue our conversation about The Odyssey by Homer!
Classic Book Chats is a new discussion group hosted by our friend Mark, a passionate and knowledgeable scholar with a deep appreciation for classic literature!
Come ready to talk, share your thoughts, discover new perspectives, and maybe revisit an old favorite. Whether you’re a lifelong fan of the classics or just getting started, everyone is welcome!
Senior Care Workshop with Cornerstone Caregiving
Join us on Tuesday, October 13th from 1 to 3 pm for a Senior Care Workshop with Cornerstone Caregiving. Learn more about one-on-one care, in-home caregiving, and private, personalized care plans.
Cornerstone Caregiving serves East Philadelphia and its surrounding areas, offering in-home care services. Their caregivers take the time to get to know each client individually, providing personalized care plans tailored to their needs. To learn more, visit cornerstonecaregiving.com