Township Events for 07/26 Weekly Update

Rep. Napoleon Nelson August 11, 2023

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Conklin Pool Flick N’ Float

When: Friday, July 26, gate opens at 8 p.m., movie starts at 8:30 p.m.

Where: Conklin Pool, 15 Church Rd, Elkins Park, PA 19027

Join the Cheltenham Township Parks and Rec Department for Inside Out at the Conklin Pool.

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Christmas in July Festival

When: 4-8 p.m., Saturday, July 27

Where: Wesley Plaza & the East Glenside Ave Parking Lot, Adjacent to the Co-Lab.

Get an early jump on holiday shopping while also enjoying local music and food trucks.

There is still a need of vendors so fill out the vendor form list which can be found on https://downtownglenside.com/

HO HO Hope to see everyone there.

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Poolside Yoga

When: 11 a.m., Sunday, July 28

Where: Glenside Pool

This is the first in a five-week Poolside Yoga series. Register here for all five at a discounted rate, or drop in at the pool on the weeks you’re available.

Health Harvest

When: 6 – 8 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 1

Where: FarmerJawn, 1813 Beech Ave, Elkins Park, PA 19027

Join Climate Action PA in Elkins Park for a night of education and empowerment. The agenda includes planting demonstrations and teach people how to grow their own garden to jumpstart a healthy life.

Please register for this event here.

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Save the date: Sensory Swim

When: 11 a.m., Saturday, August 10 at Glenside Pool

For individuals with autism and neurodivergence. Register at: Program: Sensory Swim (recdesk.com)

Save the Date – Back to School New Student Meet Up

When: 6:30 – 8 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 21

Where: Elkins Park School field/playground area, 8149 New Second St, Elkins Park, PA 19027

Meet new classmates, meet the administrators, and take a tour of Elkins Park School.

Bring a blanket, snack, water, and your family. This is NOT a drop off event. Students must be accompanied by an adult.

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Storytime with Ms. Kaycie

When: 11 a.m. Saturday, July 27

Where: Jenkintown Library

This week's book will be How To Find An Elephant by Kate Banks.

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Yarn N’ Yarn

When: 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, July 31

Where: Jenkintown Library

For its July Book Club, the Jenkintown Library is hosting a Yarn N' Yarn. Patrons are encouraged to bring their current craft project and their favorite book (or current read) to discuss with attendees. This is a great way to get and share book recommendations.

**While this is a crafter-friendly event, you do NOT need to bring a project if you're not a crafter. Just come hang out and talk about books.**

Crafters, feel free to bring non-book recommendations such as knitting patterns.

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Save the date: Cookbook Club

When: 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 4

Where: Jenkintown Library

For the inaugural cookbook club gathering the library is collaborating with Capricorn Books and Olive Lucy in honor of Jenkintown's Sesquicentennial.

They will read and cook from the Gilded Age Cookbook, written by local author, Becky Libourel Diamond. Participants are encouraged to read the book as well as prepare a dish from the recipes to bring to the event to share. Becky will also share a presentation on the histories and making of the cookbook.

Price of admission gets you...

One ticket to the potluck and presentation from author Becky Libourel Diamond, on Wednesday August 14th in the Jenkintown Library at 6pm

One copy of the Gilded Age Cookbook

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Music and Movement with Peter Moses

When: 10:30 a.m., Saturday, July 27

Where: Free Library of Springfield Township

Age: 2 and up

Join the Free Library of Springfield Township for an interactive music and movement show filled with songs, instruments and fun.

No registration is required.

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Teen Summer Volunteer Program

When: 3 – 5 p.m. on Tuesday, July 30, Monday, Aug. 12 and Tuesday, Aug. 20

Where: Free Library of Springfield Twp.

Age: Teens entering 6th through 12th grades.

Lend a helping hand with our community outreach volunteer program this summer and earn service hours.

Projects you can participate in:

Knitting or chrocheting blanket squares (please bring your own needles or hooks)
Sewing pillow cases for the children’s hospital
Make cards for veterans
Other projects

Origami Circuits

When: 4 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 1

Where: Free Library of Springfield Twp.

Ages: 9 and up

Make an origami robot that lights up and moves. Learn more about circuits as you make your robot come to life. Registration is required, you can do so here.

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National Night Out

When: 6 – 9 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 6

Where: Springfield Municipal Complex

Join Springfield Township Police Department for music, food, games, and much more to enjoy. Don't miss out on the opportunity to dunk one of our officers in the dunk tank.

What Is National Night Out? National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. National Night Out enhances the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of community. Furthermore, it provides a great opportunity to bring police and neighbors together under positive circumstances. Traditionally, it is celebrated on the first Tuesday in August.