Neumann U leadership center offers free business attire Thursday
ASTON » Neumann University’s Center for Leadership hosts an open house for its Wardrobes for Work program from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 22. Local residents in need of workplace suitable clothing have access to thousands of articles of gently used men’s and women’s business casual attire and business suits for free. The open house is held on the second floor of the Rocco A. Abessinio Building on the campus, 1 Neumann Drive.
“Wardrobes for Work seeks to remove one of the barriers – purchasing work suitable clothing – that local residents may face when attending job interviews, reentering the workforce, starting a new job, or simply maintaining their existing work wardrobe,” said Danielle McNichol, General Counsel of Neumann University and Director of the Neumann Center for Leadership. “We have thousands of articles of clothing that have been donated through the generosity of the community that are available at no cost to residents who need a new wardrobe for work or need to supplement their existing work attire.”
The Wardrobes for Work program was initiated by Neumann University’s Center for Leadership in the last year and offers a range of men’s and women’s business suits, dress suits, and casual workplace attire. In order to ensure that enough clothes are available in a variety of sizes, individuals are limited to three outfits during the open house. Over the past several months, dozens of local businesses and law firms, the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce, and Delaware County government offices have helped collect thousands of articles of clothing by placing workplace attire donation boxes in their offices.
Neumann University is easily accessible by SEPTA and the campus is a stop on the 114 Bus Route. To plan a visit by public transit, visit www.septa.org/m/maps/ trip.html
Individuals who are unable to make the open house but are in need of workplace attire are may schedule an appointment by emailing mcnichod@ neumann.edu or by calling 610-358-4528.
Eat pancakes, benefit scouts
CONCORD » Boy Scout Troop 260 of Concordville holds its annual pancake breakfast fundraiser from 7 a.m.noon Saturday, March 3, at Elam United Methodist Church, 1063 Smithbridge Road, Glen Mills.
Cost is $7 for adults, $5 for children and seniors. The menu includes all-youcan-eat pancakes, sausage, coffee, hot chocolate, and juice. Pancake toppings include whipped cream, sprinkles, chocolate chips and blueberry sauce for no extra charge.
All proceeds benefit Troop 260 and its support community activities and Scout summer camp programs. For information and advertising opportunities, email Justine Lipiarski at justine.lip@verizon.net
Media Theatre gala March 3
MEDIA » The Media Theatre hosts “There’s No Place Like Home” on Saturday, March 3, a special evening with a one-night-only concert performance from Broadway performers Jenny Lee Stern and Nicholas Saverine. The night includes a reception in the theatre’s Crystal Room, a silent auction, and the presentation of the Community Achievement Award to Dr. Raymond J. and Mrs. Teresa J. Vivacqua.
The evening is both a fundraiser and a celebration for Delaware County’s only professional music theatre. Jenny Lee Stern and Nicholas Saverine performing on the stage that has, over the years, become “home” to them as well as many other performers and patrons. Several Media Theatre students also perform during the benefit, along with JP Dunphy and Jenna Pastuszek. Kelly Briggs emcees the one-night-only event.
Jenny Lee Stern was seen on Broadway in “Rocky” and “A Christmas Story: The Musical” (Madison Square Garden). She toured the country as Mary Delgado in “Jersey Boys”, originating the role in the Chicago and Toronto companies. Off-Broadway, Ms. Stern garnered critical acclaim for her portrayals of Judy Garland, Patti Lupone, Bernadette Peters, Sutton Foster (and more!) in “Forbidden Broadway: Alive and Kicking.” Regionally, she has found her niche playing “Patsy Cline” in “Always, Patsy Cline”, which is returning to The Media Theatre this spring following a successful summer run. Philadelphia credits include: “West Side Story”, “Godspell”, “Lobby Hero”, “42nd Street”, “High Society” (Walnut Street Theatre); “Seussical”, “Cats” (Media Theatre), “The Great American Trailer Park Xmas Musical” (Montgomery Theatre).
Nicholas F. Saverine is delighted to be back at the award-winning Media Theatre where he was recently seen as Maurice in Disney’s “Beauty And The Beast”. He’s also been at Media in “1776” and as the Hospital Ghost in “Ghost”, Mr. Bumble in “Oliver!”, Max von Mayerling in “Sunset Boulevard”, Fester in “The Addams Family”, and Mr. Anagnos in “The Miracle Worker”. Locally he’s been on stage at The Walnut Street Theater, Prince, Arden and People’s Light. His Broadway credits include “Les Miserables”, “The Phantom of the Opera”. International credits include “Dance of the Vampires”, “The Phantom of the Opera”, “Les Miserables”.
The event begins at 7 p.m. Tickets are $150 each. Sponsorships are also available. For tickets and information, call 610-891-0100.
Give blood around county
Winter storms and the flu don’t just mean a lot of people are missing work and school — they also mean they can’t keep their American Red Cross blood and platelet donation appointments. The Red Cross is urging healthy donors of all blood types to roll up a sleeve to help maintain the blood supply for patients in need.
In 2018, severe winter weather forced about 600 blood drives to cancel, resulting in more than 17,500 uncollected blood and platelet donations. And, widespread flu across the U.S. has resulted in lower turnout at blood drives.
Blood and platelet donations are needed in the coming days to help replenish the blood supply and ensure patients continue to receive lifesaving treatments. Donors can help even more patients when they invite a loved one, friend or coworker to give with them.
The following donation sites are set for the second half of February in Delaware County:
• Bryn Mawr: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Feb. 21, Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy, 272 S. Bryn Mawr Ave.
• Drexel Hill: 1-6 p.m. Feb. 26, St. Charles Roman Catholic Church, 3407 Dennison Ave.
• Lansdowne: 1-6 p.m. Feb. 28, Community YMCA of Eastern Delaware County, 2110 Garrett Road
• Secane: 2-7 p.m. Feb. 26, Holy Spirit Lutheran Church, 2545 Franklin Ave.
To make an appointment, download the free Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit www.redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).