Widow(er)’s support group meets Thursday in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD » To Live Again, The Widow and Widowers Support Group, meets at 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the Church of The Redeemer, Hillcrest and Springfield roads. There will be a Chinese auction after the meeting. For information, the newly bereaved may call Marie Stewart at 610-789-8741.
Get paralegal info at DCCC
MARPLE » Those interested in the paralegal field can learn about Delaware County Community College’s Paralegal Studies certificate and associate degree programs at Paralegal Career Night. Both programs are approved by the American Bar Association and include a combination of academic courses, internship opportunities and workshops focused on helping students find gainful employment.
Paralegal Career Night is held from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 1, at the College’s Marple Campus (901 S. Media Line Road, Media, in the STEM Center auditorium.
Paralegals enjoy a challenging and rewarding career in a well-paying, fastgrowing profession. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for paralegals and legal assistants in the Philadelphia area is more than $55,000 and the field is expected to grow 8 percent over the next seven years.
Paralegal Career Night attendees will: Learn what it takes to have a paralegal career; Gain insight into the College’s Paralegal Studies programs; meet faculty with legal expertise; hear from current students and alumni about their experience in the programs; and learn about financial aid and the application process from an admissions representative.
For information and registration, visit www.dccc.edu/ paralegal-night or call 610723-4000.
Art and civic discussion Oct. 25
MEDIA » Media Fellowship House, 302 S. Jackson St., holds the fifth of six open forums on the Social Conflicts in America paintings by George Rothacker on Wednesday, Oct. 25, focusing on Prohibition. Art Speaks launched Fellowship House’s Open Door—Open Talk concept that offers an opportunity for the general public to voice and share opinions.
The prior four sessions featured Rothacker’s works on a variety of subjects including Women’s Rights and Discrimination. Each had animated and thought provoking conversation which reflected the topic and how it informs today’s culture and society. The talks are “no holds barred” while observing the fundamental requirement of respectful dialogue.
The selection of Prohibition coincides with the Oct. 27 anniversary of the Volstead Act which led to the 18th Amendment of the Constitution. To evoke the spirit of the topic, wine and cheese is served.
The evening starts at 6:30 p.m. for a half hour mix and mingle; program starting at 7 p.m. with artist George Rothacker as our moderator. The house is located at 302. S. Jackson Street.
For information and an image of the painting, visit www.socialconflictsinamerica.com and visit www.mediafellowshiphouse.org
Marple seniors meet Oct. 18
MARPLE » The monthly meeting of the Marple Senior Citizen’s Advisory Commission is set for 1 p.m. Oct. 18 at the township building, 227 S. Sproul Road, Broomall. Commissioner John Longacre is this month’s speaker, who will speak and answer questions about items of interest in the township.
Refreshments and a chance to socialize follow the meeting, which is open to everyone. For information, search for the commission on Facebook.
Rose Valley Chorus opens season
NETHER PROVIDENCE » The Rose Valley Chorus & Orchestra opens its 111th season with the Gilbert and Sullivan’s operetta “The Mikado” in November. Performances of this fully staged show, accompanied by a full orchestra, are set for 8 p.m. Nov. 4, 8 and 11 and 2 p.m. Nov. 5, 11 and 12. All performances are held in the theater of the Strath Haven Middle School, 200 S. Providence Road (PA Route 252), Wallingford.
Tickets are available at the door. Cost is $20 for adults, $17 for seniors (60 and over) and students, and $7 for children 12 and under. Advance tickets are discounted and group rates for 10 or more attending the same performance are $12. For information, call 610-565-5010 or visit www.rvc
Win designer bags, benefit after prom
MEDIA » Penncrest High School Class of 2018 holds a Designer Handbag Bingo event featuring the latest and most popular handbags and wallets (Kate Spade, Coach, Michael Kors) from 7-10 p.m. Friday, Nov. 17, at the Media Borough Community Center. Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 at the door.
The Designer Handbag Bingo benefits the Penncrest A.M. Prom that is held after the senior prom in keeping students safe while entertaining them at the high school. Now a yearly tradition, the A.M. Prom offers a safe alternative to seniors in lieu of going down the shore or a party after the senior prom.
Each ticket guarantees 10 games. Raffles and 50/50 are available for sale. The event is bring-you-own snacks and beverages. Advanced tickets are recommended; to purchase, visit www.penncrestamprom.org
Recycling change in Brookhaven
BROOKHAVEN » The borough announces bagged recyclable material is no longer being accepted at the collection facility. All recyclables must be placed in an appropriate hard plastic recycling container or it will no be collected.
Resident with questions should call B&L Disposal at 484-326-9774.
Middletown leaf collection starts
MIDDLETOWN » The 2017 curbside collection of bagged leaves in the township begins the week of Oct. 23 and runs weekly through Dec. 1. Leaves are picked up only in biodegradable paper bags. No loose leaves are collected. Bags are available atcost through the township at the Township Building, 27 N. Pennell Road, and at Linvilla Orchards, 137 W. Knowlton Road, and Wolff’s Apple House, 81 S. Pennell Road. Cost is $2.50 for a bundle of five bags.
Filled bags should be placed curbside as early in the week as possible to ensure a timely collection. There is no need to call the township to request a collection; the Public Works crew is making weekly sweeps of the township. Please note that if a sweep of a neighborhood is done once during the week, the crew may not get back until the following week. The bags can be left out until the next collection.
Please do not overfill bags with wet or chopped leaves. Keep the weight under 40 pounds per bag and fold the top of the bag down. No sticks, stones, grass clippings, trash or other items may be mixed with the bagged leaves.
The township’s separate yard waste collection program continues on the third Wednesday of the month from November-March. Yard waste refers to twigs, sticks, branches, and tree and shrubbery trimmings only. Leaves must be kept separate, as leaves and yard waste or processed for composting separately. For this collection, yard waste must be placed in trash cans or bundled with string and set out at the curb. Branches are to be no larger than four inches in diameter and no longer than four feet in length. Containers should weigh no more than 40 pounds. The leaf and yard waste burning is prohibited in the township at all times.