Community invited to offer suggestions for new Radnor nickname
RADNOR » All interested members of the Radnor community, including students, staff members, parents/guardians, alumni, and residents, are invited to offer suggestions for the new Radnor High School nickname/logo which will also be adopted by Radnor Middle School.
The Mascot Selection and Rebranding Project is a result of a Sept. 2, 2020, vote by the Radnor School Board to retire and remove Radnor High School’s previous mascot, “Raiders,” and all related Native American imagery. The district is now seeking suggestions for a new nickname and mascot as they move forward as one community.
The Mascot Selection and Rebranding Committee will review the suggestions against the below criteria, and 8-10 suggestions will move to the next round of the selection process.
The criteria for the selected nickname/logo include must align with school colors of maroon and white and translate to identifiable branding; exude positive qualities; Promote school pride and generate excitement; honor Radnor history and traditions; reflect the values and standards of Radnor Township School District; and represent all stakeholders.
Individuals are asked to provide as much detail as necessary to fully outline their idea. All suggestions are anonymous and an individual can submit multiple suggestions. The deadline for submissions is Friday, March 12.
For more information on the mascot selection and rebranding project, visit www.rtsd.org/rebranding.
Town Talk cancels 2021 flea markets at DCCC
Town Talk Newspapers has cancelled its previously announced flea markets for 2021 at Delaware County Community College. The college has been chosen as a COVID-19 vaccine distribution site so no 2021 flea markets can be held there.
No payments will be processed from anyone who already reserved a space. For more information, email towntalkevents@yahoo.com.
Media Film Festival returns with drive-in and digital screenings
The Media Arts Council has announced the return of the Media Film Festival for April 9- 18. After being forced to postpone last year’s edition in the early days of the pandemic, the upcoming 14th installment will be a combination of both 2020 and 2021 selections shown at drive-in events and on a virtual platform.
“We see this as an opportunity to come back strong and engage the community during this time of continued physical distancing,” says David Scheivert of Media, chairman of the committee of volunteers that organizes the festival. “With two years’ worth of films we are offering two ways to enjoy them - a pair of drive-ins plus virtual access.”
The ten-day event welcomes the work of storytellers worldwide, showcasing more than 90 official selections from 20 countries including Belarus, Iran, Belgium, Hong Kong, Turkey, France and the Netherlands. In addition many local filmmakers will have their work in the lineup.
“Sankofa,” created by undergraduates at Villanova University, explores the complexities of mental slavery, the loss of identity and its impact on Black males, “The Tides That Bind,” is about one man’s search for the stories behind his collection of messages in bottles that washed up along the Jersey Shore and elsewhere. And “Royal Flush” is a comedy shot in Glen Mills.
Starting off each block of programming will be short films made by local teens that are part of The Media Youth Film Initiative. “MyFi,” is a joint project of the Media Arts Council and the Media Youth Center, offering area high school students the chance to receive hands-on experience with producing, writing, directing and acting in their own films under the guidance of professional instructors.
The drive-in screenings will take place on back-toback Saturday nights, April
10 and 17, on the grounds of Arasapha Farms, 1835 Middletown Road, Glen Mills.. Gates open at 7 p.m., with the program starting at 8 p.m. There will be no intermission. Tickets are $25 a car and must be purchased in advance at www.mediafilmfestival.org.
Virtual screenings include 14 blocks of films, a Hometown Watch Party April 9, plus the Fright Fest and the Presentation of Awards.
The Media Fright Fest will include two blocks of international horror, each with about 100 minutes of content. Viewers can enjoy classic slasher films, zombie and vampire themes, psychological horror, and more. People can watch on their own schedule, from the comfort of their own homes. Virtual passes start at $15 and the All-Virtual Pass is $30. For tickets visit www.mediafilmfestival.org.
Presenting sponsors of the MFF include the Borough of Media, Michael R. Rhile Carpentry, PNC Arts Alive, Naturescapes and the Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union and West End Flats. The Media Film Festival is a program of the Media Arts Council. With an art gallery located at the West End of State Street, MAC is a not-for-profit 501c3 organization that provides leadership and programming for art in Media. To find out more visit www. mediaartscouncil.org.
Friendship Circle Senior Center needs volunteers for spring garden
Senior Community Services Friendship Circle Senior Center is preparing for the gardening season, and has scheduled its garden planning meeting for Monday, March 22 at 11 a.m. via the Zoom web conferencing platform. Interested parties may register at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMuf-CuqDItH9VllNHUa9NU-nEgQJ2vYAh. The online meeting will start the planning process of the garden’s layout, decide where to plot the various fruits and vegetables, and plan the garden volunteer schedule, allowing for social distancing. Friendship Circle’s Social Distance Learning Calendar includes online, phone-based, and weather-permitting outdoor programming that promotes fitness, health, wellness and lifelong learning within the Delaware County older adult community.
“Zoom fatigue seems to be setting in,” said Christine Helmandollar, center director, as she prepared to lead her morning stretch class. “Our online programs have been great through the winter, but we’re excited to transition to socially-distanced outdoor programs as the weather grows warmer. With the center’s recent vaccine efforts Friendship Circle is working around the clock to provide seniors with abundant opportunities to care for their health and wellness.”
The community garden makes nutritious produce available to senior center members, and beautifies the backdrop of the center’s outdoor programs. Volunteer hours are based on personal availability and social distancing guidelines.
In addition to its upcoming gardening club, Friendship Circle offers online exercise classes, teleconference Bible study, and is beginning an outdoor walking club on March 26 at 9 a.m. All programs are aimed at combatting ill effects of social isolation.
For a full calendar of events, daily updates, and more opportunities to volunteer, contact Christine Helmandollar, center director, at chelmandollar@scs-delco.org, call the center at 610-237– 6222 or visit www.scsdelco.org.