Township Events for 12/19 Weekly Update
Rep. Napoleon Nelson December 19, 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.
Upcoming Waverly Rd Bridge Replacement Project
As part of Montgomery County's planned projects for the repair and replacement of its bridges, the construction project for the replacement of Montgomery County Bridge 275 is scheduled to begin in late January 2026. This bridge over the Tookany Creek is located on E. Waverly Road between S. Keswick Avenue and Rices Mill Road, adjacent to Glenside Memorial Hall. At the start of construction in late January/early February 2026, a full detour will be carried out, using S. Keswick Avenue and E. Glenside Avenue. The bridge will be closed to all vehicles, but pedestrian access to Glenside Hall will be maintained through the completion of the project. Additional details regarding the project site and detour are available on the County's project website. The project is expected to be completed in April 2028.
Cheltenham Township Holiday Schedule for Christmas and New Year
Township Offices Close at 12:00p.m. on December 24th; & 2:30p.m. on December 31st.
Township Offices & Public Works Closed December 25th, & January 1st.
Cheltenham Township Libraries Holiday Schedule for Christmas and New Year
Wednesday, December 24th & Thursday, December 25th ALL branches CLOSED.
Wednesday, December 31st ALL branches close at 5p.m. & Thursday, January 1st ALL branches CLOSED.
Join a Citizens Committee in Cheltenham
Sending out a call to consider using your expertise for the benefit of the community.
With ZOOM attendance at the meetings is made easier.
The involvement of our neighbors has assisted in making significant impact on our township.
Looking to be more involved in 2026? The Township has vacancies on the following volunteer Citizens Committees:
- Active Transportation Committee
- Board of Historical Architectural Review
- Economic Development Task Force
- Historical Commission
- Planning Commission
- Traffic Calming Committee
- Zoning Hearing Board (open alternate)
Must be a registered voter in the Township. Email resumes and letters of interest to Ashley at alupino@cheltenhampa.gov.
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 Celebrates America 250
At the Public Affairs Committee meeting on December 10, 2025, Parks and Recreation Director Bill Salvatore revealed the Township's lineup of monthly events making up Cheltenham's year-long celebration of America 250 - the nation's semi-quincentennial year. Click here for a list of events.
View the slide-deck of Cheltenham's America 250 plans.
This yearlong celebration is meant to showcase Cheltenham's rich history, architectural heritage, and abundant green spaces for Township residents and visitors alike through a variety of events.
The Township encourages participation at all events to collect exclusive commemorative coins made for each event, collectible for display in a special Cheltenham Celebrates America 250 "passport" coin-book!
Anyone looking to get involved or to sponsor an event should email Parks and Recreation or call 215-887-1000 ext. 226.
Teen Wars: Gingerbread Houses
Who can design the best sugary building? Compete with other teens to decorate the best-looking and most festive gingerbread house! It will be up to you to construct the base with graham crackers and icing, and then style it with sprinkles, accessories, and more! For Ages 13 to 18.
Saturday, December 20, from 1-2p.m. at the Elkins Park Library.
Registration required at https://cheltenhamlibraries.libcal.com/
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!
Noon Year’s Eve
Calling all early bedtime party people! Come to the Elkins Park Library for Noon Year’s Eve, a party for everyone who can’t stay up until midnight to ring in the New Year!
They'll have hats, noisemakers, sparkling beverages, and Auld Lang Syne at the Elkins Park Library on Wednesday, December 31 @ 11:30 a.m. The dress code is glitzy, so wear your sparkly, spangled, glamorous best!
Registration is required at https://cheltenhamlibraries.libcal.com/
Register Now for the Cheltenham Township Police Exam
Cheltenham Township Police are hiring! If you ever wanted to make a difference in your community, now is your chance. The mission of the Cheltenham Township Police Department is to work in partnership with our community in seeking out and solving problems to enhance our quality of life. We are committed to preserving peace and protecting the lives, property, and rights of ALL people.
Both the Physical Agility Test and Written Exam will be held on the same day Rain/Snow or Shine- Registration starts at 8a.m. on January, 31st, 2026, at Cedarbrook Middle School. See flyer and our website for detailed information & to sign up!
https://www.cheltenhamtownship.org/pview.aspx?id=55012...
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
Storytime with Maddie on Saturday, December 20th, at 11a.m., is the LAST STORYTIME with Maddie of 2025! This week's book is WHEN THE SNOW IS DEEPER THAN MY BOOTS ARE TALL by Jean Reidy 
See you next year!
Family Jigsaw Puzzle Competition at the Jenkintown Library
Our friends at Ravensburger are sponsoring a Family Jigsaw Puzzle Competition! 
On Saturday, December 20th, at 2 p.m., up to 6 families will race to see who can put the puzzle together first. The puzzle is recommended for children ages 7 and up. So, grab your nearest and dearest, put on your thinking caps, and get ready to put the pieces together during an afternoon of family fun! Register here.
Jenkintown Library Holiday Closures
The library will be closed on Wednesday, December 24th & Thursday, December 25th. Regular hours will resume on Friday, December 26th. Happy Holidays!
The library will be closed on Wednesday, December 31st and Thursday, January 1st. Happy New Years!
Shelf Discovery at the Jenkintown Library
Come to the Jenkintown Library on Monday, December 29th at 6p.m. to eat some snacks and preview January’s new book releases and share titles currently on their TBRs!
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. ?
Road closure alert! 
PennDOT announced today that pipe replacement is scheduled on Stenton Avenue in Springfield and Whitemarsh Townships beginning on Monday, December 15th through Thursday, December 18th from 9a.m. until 4p.m. During the closure, motorists will be directed to use Bethlehem Pike, Route 73 (Skippack Pike/Church Road) and Joshua Road.
Allow extra time when traveling near the work area as backups and delays will occur. All scheduled activities are weather dependent.
For more information head to Springfield Township’s website:https://www.springfieldmontco.org/.../news.../article/...
Springfield Township is HIRING for Various Positions!
Thank you for your interest in joining the Springfield Team!
You may apply for the opportunities listed on the website by clicking on the desired job posting and following the application instructions in each notice. Check back here regularly for information regarding employment opportunities with Springfield Township.
Storytime is on break at the Springfield Library
Storytime is on break at the Springfield Library from December 16th until January 4th. Storytime will resume on January 5th.
Springfield Township December Book Raffle
End the Year Reading with the Library December book raffle! Stop by the library to fill out a ticket for a chance to win all of these books. Keep them or gift them, it's up to you! Drawing will be held on December 19th.
Santa’s Pre-Christmas Tour of Oreland
Start planning your neighborhood Santa Stop parties now!!!
Santa and The Oreland Volunteer Fire Company will make multiple neighborhood stops during Santa’s Pre-Christmas planned tour on Saturday, December 20th starting at 2 p.m. Santa will get out of the truck to shake hands and take pictures. For a full list of stops, click here.
Springfield Library Holiday Hours
The library will be closed on Wednesday, December 24th & Thursday, December 25th. Regular hours will resume on Friday, December 26th.
The library will also be closed on Wednesday, December 31st and Thursday, January 1st. Happy Holidays!
Please note that the outside book drop will be LOCKED while the library is closed.
Music and Movement with Miss Sam
Join other 3-5year 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, January 20th. No registration is required.
Put in Flyer- 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! Click here to view more information on the program.