Young People’s Theatre Workshop presents reimagined ‘Pirates of Penzance’
SWARTHMORE » Young People’s Theatre Workshop will open its spring musical production of the Royal Shakespeare Company’s reimagined version of the Gilbert & Sullivan classic, “The Pirates of Penzance” Friday, May 27.
The production, starring Linda Ronstadt and Kevin Kline, lit up Broadway in the 1970s. In this local production, 28 young actors will perform with a live orchestra, on the mainstage at The Players Club of Swarthmore. Performance dates are May 27, 28, June 4 at 7:30 p.m., May 30 at 6 p.m., May 31 and June 2 at 7 p.m. and May 29 and June 5 at 3 p.m. All tickets are $15 and all seats are reserved.
Featured in the performance are Max Guthrie of Media as the Pirate King, Archie Bracegirdle of Media as young Frederic, Ilena Mita of Berwyn and Anna Mannix of Springfield as Mabel, Johnnie Hughes of Swarthmore and Alex Pollard of Wallingford as the Sergeant, Sofia Brzezicki of Springfield and Gretha Fergus of Wallingford as Ruth, Sophie DeCristofaro of Swarthmore as Edith, Paige Trout of Media as Kate, and James Traverso as the modern Major General.
The production staff, led by producer Claudia Carlsson, includes Joseph Southard, Paul Kerrigan, Kevin Gane, Maria Byers, Bob Moore, Ethan Starr, Elizabeth Hughes, Erin Carr Milone, Philip Milone, Reba Ferdman, Dot Kowal, Betsy Berwick, and Cindy Schneeman.
For tickets and information on YPTW Summer Camps, call 610-558-0988 or visit http://www.yptw.org.
Celebrate Armed Forces Day at Pennsylvania Veterans Museum this month
The Pennsylvania Veterans Museum will be open on Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May 21, and feature special displays of artifacts of all wars, from the American Revolution to the powerful Vietnam War Exhibit.
Armed Forces Day was established on August 31, 1949, by then-Secretary of Defense Louis Johnson to replace separate Army, Navy and Air Force Days. It was first celebrated on May 20, 1950. Armed Forces Day honors all who currently serve and have served, on both active duty and in the reserves.
The museum will be open from noon to 5 p.m. to all guests and veterans. It is located at 12 E. State St., Media, in the lower level of the historic Media Armory.
The museum features personal memorabilia and interactive kiosks that tell the history of World War II, Korea and Vietnam, through the eyes of those who served in the U.S. military. Admission to the museum is always free.
The Pennsylvania Veterans Museum is a non-profit organization whose mission is to preserve, protect and promote the legacy of military veterans through education. The museum is particularly focused on educating today’s youth about the sacrifices made by our veterans to keep America safe and free. For more information about the museum, visit https://paveteransmuseum.org.
People living with chronic illness encouraged to sign up for ‘Steps to Healthy Living’ program
Adults, ages 60 or older, who live with chronic health conditions may register for the “Steps to Healthy Living: Chronic Disease Self-Management Program,” sponsored by the Delaware County Office of Services for the Aging, in collaboration with the Delaware County Department of Parks and Recreation. Participants in the program will meet at the Redwood Center in Upland Park in Brookhaven once a week for six weeks, 9:30 a.m. — noon Fridays, May 20 through June 24, with the exception of Friday, June 17, which will be held on Wednesday, June 15, instead.
The program is offered free, through support from COSA and the state Department of Aging and includes a personal, complimentary copy of the book Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions.
The acclaimed, evidencebased program, developed at Stanford University, provides participants with selfcare tools and life skills to support them in reaching their personal goals to manage their chronic conditions. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention finds that six in ten Americans live with at least one chronic disease and four in ten adults have two or more of these conditions. Illnesses like heart disease, cancer, chronic lung disease, stroke, diabetes, and other chronic diseases are the leading causes of death and disability in America and a leading driver of health care costs.
Space is limited and registration is required. To register, contact Ellen Williams, Health and Wellness Program Manager, at williamse@co.delaware.pa.us or call 610-499-1937.
Delco Law Enforcement Memorial Foundation holds ceremony Wednesday
The Delaware County Law Enforcement Memorial Foundation will hold its annual Law Enforcement Memorial ceremony, 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 11, in Rose Tree Park, 1671 N. Providence Road, Upper Providence. The annual memorial service brings survivors of fallen officers, their families, coworkers, and residents together to remember their loved ones and the community’s heroes at the county’s police memorial site in Rose Tree Park.
This year marks the 25th anniversary of the solemn ceremony. This year, three more police officers will be added to the memorial wall: Chester Police Officer Brownelle Barrett-Lee, Delaware County Park Police Superintendent Scott Mahoney, and Haverford Township Police Officer Sergeant Kevin Redding. For more information on the Delaware County Law Enforcement Memorial Foundation, visit http://delcoheroes.org.
Swarthmore Lions announce signup info and need for volunteers at Independence Eve Run
The Swarthmore Lions Club will hold their 25th Annual Swarthmore Lions Independence Eve 8K (5 mile) Run and 2 ½ Mile Walk, 7 p.m. Friday, July 1.
The friendly, small-town community race draws runners from all over the Delaware Valley. This year, runners are promised a relatively flat 8K route through the tree-lined neighborhoods of the Borough. The 2 ½ Mile Walk route follows the first loop of the 8K.
Proceeds from the race support Lions charities which include organizations that assist the visually impaired such as the Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired in Chester and the Delaware Valley Eye Bank.
Online registration is available at www. runsignup.com/. On site registration and packet pick-up will take place in the Borough Hall lobby, 121 Park Ave., Swarthmore, from 5 to 6:45 p.m. on the day of the race. The entry fee for both the race and the walk is $30 and $35 on race day.
Awards will be presented to the first three overall male and female runners and to the first three male and female runners in nine age groups: 10 and under, 11-13, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70 and over. Refreshments will be served after the race. Tech T-shirts are guaranteed to all pre-registered runners and walkers and while supplies last.
For more information or to volunteer, contact Jim Ryan at 610-909-3127 or jdryan17@gmail.com.