Around Town
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Week of June 11 UPPER MERION AREA HIGH SCHOOL REUNION
Thurs., June 15: The Upper Merion Area High School Class of 1967 invite all Upper Merion and Bridgeport H.S. Alumni from classes of 1960, 61, 62, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67, 68, and 69, spouses, family and friends to a once in a lifetime casual momentous Dragon/Spartan/Viking Reunion. This is a “Back to the 60s Alumni Anniversary Graduation Celebration.” We extend a special invitation to the unforgettable Alumni and the last Bridgeport Dragon Class of 66 and U.M. Spartan Class of 66. To be held on Thursday Evening, June 15th, 2017 from 5 – 11 P.M. at Angelo’s Pizza and Screwballs Sports Bar & Grille in the Sweetbriar Shopping Center, 216 W. Beidler Rd, King of Prussia, PA 19406. Come and revive the friendships of the 60s. There is no cost and reservations are not required. Cruise on in your 50’s and 60’s hot rods, classics and Motorcycles. Alumni are encouraged to spread the word and share this with all classmates and other classes. For more information contact Tom Pappanastasiou at tompapp277@hotmail.com or 610-337-3624.
CONCERT
Saturday, June 17: A concert of music for violin, cello and piano will be presented at 7 p.m. at the Church of the Holy Spirit, 2871 Barndt Rd, at Sumneytown Pike, Harleysville. Performing will be the BLT Trio of local musicians Keoni Bolding, Peter Lockman and Seth Trumbore. Freewill offering. A reception follows the concert. For info, call 215234-8020 or go to www. churchoftheholyspirit.us
MAKING HISTORY GREATER PRESENTATION SERIES
Saturday, June 17: The Historical Society of Montgomery County will present Slim the Lineman, the story of Leslie W. Morrison (1899-1974) and his journey north from his family home in South Carolina to work for the Philadelphia Electric Company, at the historical society, 1654 DeKalb St., Norristown, June from 12:30 to 2 p.m. This program is free and open to the public.
Week of June 18 KNEE DEEP IN THE CREEK
Tues., June 20: Get “Knee Deep in the Creek” at Norristown Farm Park on Tuesday, June 20, 2017 at 10 am. Celebrate the beginning of summer by bringing the family to a creek investigation. Examine the creatures that are adapted to life in the water. Wear sturdy water shoes or old sneakers. Expect to get wet! If you have a net, bring it along. This free program is suitable for adults and children six and older. Pre-registration is required. Please call 610270-0215 to pre-register. Norristown Farm Park is located at Barley Sheaf Drive and Germantown Pike in East Norriton, PA 19403. Meet in Parking Lot #3 by the kiosk. Visit Norristown Farm Park online at: www. montcopa.org/norristownfarmpark.
AUDUBON BIRD TOWN WALK AT LORIMER PARK
Tues., June 20: lorimerpark.
Week of June 15 WHITPAIN GOLF CLASSIC
Mon. June 26: The Whitpain Golf Classic will be held June 26 at Blue Bell Country Club. Merrill Reese, the voice of the Philadelphia Eagles, is the event’s honorary chairperson. Other celebrities will play in the event. Playing spots are available for $150 per golfer. The outing will benefit the Whitpain Police Association, Centre Square Fire Company and the Stony Creek Day Camp Scholarship Fund. For more information, visit whitpainrec.com.
Week of July 2 INDEPENDENCE DAY CARILLON CONCERT
Tues., July 4: Carillon concert by Doug Gefvert at Washington Memorial Chapel, Rte. 23 in Valley Forge National Historical Park, featuring patriotic selections & works by American composers. Free. Outdoors - Rain or Shine. Sponsored by the Washington Memorial Heritage. 610-783-0120, 610-265-5211; www.wmchapel.org
Week of July 9 VFW SOUNDS OF PHILADELPHIA
Monday, July 10: A “Stop, Look, Listen” because the Valley Forge VFW Post 7878’s next event is on Monday July 10th from 6 to 10 p.m., featuring the “Sounds of Philadelphia”! A fun night of food, dancing, or “Twisting the Night Away” and entertainment, featuring Rob Carroll of the “Chatterband” and “Zoot-Suit” Band, plus “Ben Franklin” impersonator fame. Songs from the Stylistics, Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes, Teddy Prendergrast, O’Jays and some Philly oldies Bobby Rydell, Frankie Avalon, and Chubby Checker! You may “Feel Brand New” after a savory meal served at 6 p.m. A cash only bar with beer and drinks is available. Admission is $25 with limited seating. You “Can Go for That”. This Fundraiser is a non smoking event. No tickets at the door. VFW Post 7878 is located at 471 Church Road, King of Prussia, PA, 19406. Contact Bob Humes at 484-889-8337 or bobhumes0912@aol.com for information and tickets. Open to the public!
Week of July 23 FESTIVAL OF FAMILIES
July 29-30: Sacred Heart Parish in Swedesburg will hold its Festival of Families July 29 and 30 in the old Sacred Heart School yard across from Sacred Heart Church, 120 Jefferson St. The festival will again have the big food lineup. The event will feature Where’s Pete and local Bridgeport group AM Radio. Children’s games will also be on the festival grounds.
Week of July 30 MAENNER-CHOR GOLF OUTING
Saturday, Aug. 5: Maenner-Chor Club outing at Westover Golf Club, 401 South Schuylkill Ave, Jeffersonville, PA 19403. First tee time is 10 a.m. and all tee times are Blind Draw. Hole sponsorships are available for $50. Prizes will be awarded for top score; longest drive; closest to the pin. Refreshments will be provided on the course. Cost is $75 per golfer, which includes dinner, draft beer & soft drinks afterwards at the Norristown Maenner-Chor Pavilion - 920 Haws Ave, Norristown, PA 19401. Sign Up individually or as a foursome. For information and tickets call 610272-9043.
ONGOING NORRISTOWN RECREATION SUMMER CONCERTS
June 11: Beach Bumz (Beach Boys & Beach Songs) *June 15: Mariachi Pedro (Mexican) June 18: Dean Garlofolo (Elvis) June 25: Sofa Kings (Will Make You Want To Dance) July 2: Diamond Reno (Neil Diamond) July 4: Old School 11:30 Wildflower 5 P.m. (Fireworks At 9) July 9: Skitty Show ( A Little Bit Of Everything) July 15: Gospel Concert July 16: Monkeephiles (Monkees Tribute Band) *July 20: Verdi Band (Italy) July 23: British Invasion (60S British/American Music) July 30: Flower Power (Classic Rock) Aug 6: The Winstons(Memories Of Motown 7 Soul Revue) Aug 13: Mark Reno (Elvis) *August 17: Jah People (Caribbean) Aug 20: Whiskeyhickon Boys 9Unique Classic Sounds) Aug 27: The Newspaper Taxis (Beatles) Sept 3: R&B All Stars (R7b & Motown Sounds) Sept 10: Music For Kids Sake 1-8 All concerts begin 7 p.m. unless noted and located at the Fire Chief’s Memorial Dandshell in Elmwood Park (Harding Boulevard). Concert series sponsored by the Arcadia Foundation. Check on cancellations 610-2700467 the day of concert. * Denotes international music special.
SUMMER ART CAMP
Beginning June 19: Greater Norristown Art League’s Summer Art Camp will run eight week-long sessions through August for children ages 6-14. June sessions run from June 19 through June 23, and June 26 through June 30. Each session will go from 10 am to 2 pm, Mon – Fri. There is one Adult Summer Art Camp session from August 7 through August 11, from noon to 4 pm. The cost is $150 for a week-long session. For more information, visit www.gnal.org. To register, email joann@gnal.org
MONTGOMERY COUNTY NORRISTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
1001 Powell St., Norristown. Call 610-278-5100 for information.