Running opportunities with Rocky Run Y club
MIDDLETOWN » Rocky Run YMCA announces its new Rocky Runners Club meets at 6:15 p.m. Wednesdays and 9 a.m. Sundays in the Y lobby. Led by Running Coach Francie McNally, the runners take off on a few scenic miles run around the Y property.
The new running club is a great way to introduce runners to the picturesque trails behind the Y. Runners of all ages can sign up now for the annual Rocky Run 5K and 10K Trail, set for Friday, May 19. The 5K and 10K trail races both begin on the outside track and enters into the trails behind the Y. The downstream portion of the trails parallels Rocky Run creek, rolling hills and rocky stream vistas.
A Kids Fun Run starts at 6 p.m.; cost is $10. The 10K Trail Run starts at 6:15 p.m. and 5K Trail Run starts at 6:30 p.m.; cost is $30. To register, search for the races at www.runtheday.com. Volunteer opportunities are available. T-shirts are available for the first 150 registered participants.
The Rocky Runners Club is open to the public. For information, e-mail Wellness Director Mike Bream at mbream@philaymca.org
Hike with Sierra Club June 11
ROSE VALLEY » The Sierra Club holds a two-mile hike at 1:15 p.m. Sunday, June 11. Park and meet at the inner end of the Old Mill driveway near the start of the Saul Wildlife Sanctuary trail. The driveway is just south of Hedgerow Theatre and across Rose Valley Road. For information, email wbrainerd3@gmail.com
Walk trail in Middletown June 17
MIDDLETOWN » Middletown Township Parks and Recreation holds its June Trail Walk at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 17, led by expert Dr. Richard Brenner. The walk, lasting approximately one hour, begins at the Linvilla Trail head and features commentary on foliage, trees, plants, green space and more. For information and registration, call at the department at 610-565-2700, ext. 241 or 242.
Last day to see WSSD student’s art work
NETHER PROVIDENCE » The Community Arts Center, 414 Plush Mill Road, Wallingford, holds an exhibit featuring the work of George H. Slick Fellowship recipient Joy Xiong, on display through today, June 10.
The George H. Slick Arts Endowment was created to honor Dr. George H. Slick, superintendent of the Wallingford-Swarthmore School District from 1987 to 1996 and 2006-2007. A gifted, dedicated educator and administrator, Slick helped all those concerned with the school district to remember that they should seek to do what is in the best interest of the school district’s young people, that our children are both our special responsibility and our nation’s future.
Although Slick has been keenly interested in all aspects of school life, curricular and extracurricular, he has been particularly interested in the arts, visual and performing. This endowment is not meant to champion one part of the school district’s curriculum or life over others. Rather, it is intended to recognize the importance of the arts in a nation that aspires to greatness.
Students of the Wallingford-Swarthmore School District can apply for the George H. Slick Fellowship during their freshman year. Recipients present a body of art or a recital performance at the conclusion of their junior year.
Fight litter, win cash with PRC
Pennsylvania Resources Council (PRC) is conducting its annual Lens On Litter Photo Contest to shed light on litter in the state. Deadline to submit entries is Oct. 31, 2017. Kids are encouraged to grab their cameras during summer vacation and take photos of the worst litter examples they see in their Pennsylvania neighborhoods.
In the student category, three prizes are awarded: First place winner receives $1,000; second place, $500; and third place, $250. The same prizes are awarded in an adult category.
Entries should help bring awareness to how litter threatens public health and safety, scenic beauty, property values, the environment or wildlife. Entries are judged on six criteria: Anti-litter message, originality, photographic technique, quality of photo, originality of title and severity of the litter. Contestants are also encouraged to initiate a clean-up of the subject area and provide a photo of the results of their efforts.
Entries (limit five per person, no smaller than 4x6 and no bigger than 8x10) should be sent to PRC Lens On Litter Contest, 3606 Providence Road, Newtown Square, PA 19073. High resolution digital submissions may be sent to lensonlitter@prc.org. On a 3x5 card, all entries (including digital) must include the entrant’s name, address, telephone number, title given to photo and location of litter site. Students should also include age, grade and name of school. Photos will not be returned and will become the property of PRC.
Sponsors for the 2017 contest include Sheetz Inc. For contest information, email lensonlitter@prc.org. For general information and to see previous winning photos, visit www.prc.org/lens-litter
U.D. Summer Stage is back July 5
UPPER DARBY » Tickets for the 42nd season of Upper Darby Summer Stage are now on sale with shows opening July 5. The family series of summer performances includes seven musicals presented in six weeks, showcasing the talents of young performers from throughout the Delaware Valley.
The Mainstage production is the highlight of the season as young adult participants, Summer Stage staff and alumni perform in the Philadelphia regional premiere of the new musical “The Hunchback of Notre Dame.” The musical is based on the classic Victor Hugo novel and the Walt Disney Animation Studio film of the same name.
Performances begin on July 5 and end on August 11. The shows take place at Upper Darby Performing Arts Center, 601 N. Lansdowne Ave., Drexel Hill. For tickets and information, call the box office at 610-822-1189 or visit www.udpac.org