2010 C.J. Martin Relay Carnival
Forecasted thunderstorms never materialized, making way for an exciting, July evening of fun-filled swimming competition. This year Fort Washington Swim & Tennis Club hosted swimmers and families from the six local swim clubs that have gathered for the past fifteen years to participate in the C.J. Martin Relay Carnival including:
Fort Washington, Manorlu, Manufacturers’, Maple Manor, Oreland and Sunny Willow. The event was created in 1996 as a cooperative effort between the Upper Dublin Aquatic Club (UDAC) and the Upper Dublin High School swimming teams, designed to promote swimming as a sport, Upper Dublin as a community, and the fun of athletic competition.
Many participants also represent neighboring communities and area schools. In 1998, the event was named for C. J. Martin, who swam for Fort Washington for many years and was a member of UDAC and the UDHS swim teams. As many noticed, there’s always a bit of extra energy when the event is held in “C.J.’s House!”
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Antiques on the Air Is it Renoir or Refuse? Sandi Danaher examines items that were appraised at a prior Upper Dublin Community Day. Appraisals will be performed by the professionals from Barry Slosberg, Inc. at no charge. Appraisals will be shown on UDTV – Channels 20/28. Sorry, no weapons or books will be appraised. The appraisals begin at 3:00 pm in the Upper Township Building Main Meeting Room. Pre-registration is required: Contact Sandi Danaher at 215 646-4365 for your pre- assigned time slot.
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Colonial to Install Solar Energy Panels at Two Schools The Colonial School District (CSD) expects to save more than $2 million on energy costs over the next 20 years after the installation of solar panels this summer at Colonial Middle School (CMS) and Colonial Elementary School (CES). The District will receive a $704,450 solar energy program grant to install the two solar photovoltaic systems that will include a 440-kilowatt rooftop device for CMS and a 265-kilowatt system for CES.
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Evans-Mumbower Mill Hosts ‘Corn from Cob to Cakes – What a Grind’
Evans-Mumbower Mill, a circa 1835 gristmill, will be open for a guided tours and an on going archeological dig on Sunday, August 15th, from 1-4 pm. A DVD program details the milling industry in the Wissahickon Valley. Costumed guides take you through the mill and the Miller will be grinding corn for the first time since the 1930s. A special feature of the August Open House is a focus on corn – from seed to cakes.
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Rediscover the Green Ribbon Trail The Green Ribbon Trail is beautiful, diverse and for the first time, truly user-friendly! The Wissahickon Valley Watershed Association (WVWA) invites you to join them for the 14th Annual Walk for the Wissahickon & Green Ribbon Trail Run on Sunday, October 3rd. This event is unique to the Wissahickon Watershed and WVWA’s 21-Mile Green Ribbon Trail. Whether you walk, run or hike, you can experience the true beauty of the Wissahickon Watershed firsthand as you follow the Green Ribbon Trail from Upper Gwynedd to the Schuylkill River.
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Upper Dublin Community Day Mark your calendars now for Upper Dublin Community Day 2010! The day begins at 3pm with the dedication of the new Upper Dublin firehouse and concludes after dark with an amazing display of fireworks! Beginning at 4pm will be free games, entertainment, activities, and information booths. Of course, food will be available at family friendly prices. Late afternoon will feature the Upper Dublin Education Foundation displaying the bricks and pavers that numerous community members purchased over the past two years. The engraved bricks and pavers will be installed in the front area of the new Upper Dublin High School just prior to the big day! Don’t miss this incredible chance to celebrate what's great about living in Upper Dublin.
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