Around Town
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Week of June 7 EARLY BIRD WALK AT NORRISTOWN FARM PARK
Sunday June 7: Come on an “Early Bird Walk” at Norristown Farm Park at 8 a.m. to look for birds that are breeding in the park. Flycatchers, vireos, and warblers are likely to be seen. Bring binoculars if possible. This free public program is suitable for adults and children ages seven and up. Preregistration is required. For more information and to preregister, please contact Ruth King, Environmental Education Specialist, Montgomery County Parks, Trails, and Historic Sites, Norristown Farm Park, at 610-270- 0215 or via email at rking2@ montcopa.org. Please enter Norristown Farm Park via the entrance at Barley Sheaf Drive and Germantown Pike, East Norriton, PA 19403. This program is sponsored by the Montgomery County Parks, Trails, and Historic Sites Division. Visit Norristown Farm Park online at: www.montcopa.org/norristownfarmpark.
HISTORICAL GARDENING PRESENTATION
Wednesday, June 10: The Historical Society of Trappe, Collegeville, Perkiomen Valley and The Speaker’s House, co-sponsors, invite you to a covered dish supper and an opportunity to learn about gardening during the time of the Muhlenberg family. Lisa Minardi, executive director of The Speaker’s House, will present her findings on this subject, followed by a book signing of her publications. Learn about traditional garden layouts, building fences and
raised beds, and the heirloom plants that were used in the 1700s. A light dinner will be served at 6 p.m. Please bring a favorite dish to share and meet new history and gardening friends. The presentation will begin at 7 p.m., and dessert will be provided afterward. The event will be held at St. Luke’s Church, 200 W. Main Street in Trappe. Reservations are not required, and there is no charge. Informa-
tion: Email info@trappehistorical.org or call 610-4897560.
BABIES AT THE LIBRARY
Tuesday, June 9: The Conshohocken Free Library, 301 Fayette St., at 10 a.m. Stories, songs, and fun for infants up to 2 years old. Story time is limited to 16 children, so please call 610825-1656 to reserve your child’s spot in advance on Monday after 12 noon.
BINGO NIGHT
Friday, June 12: Cash
prizes & refreshments, Doors open at 6 p.m., at which time the food is available before the start of play at 7 p.m. Where: Norristown Cedar Club, 810 W. Germantown Pike, East Norriton, Call for information 610-631-1594. Plenty of parking with lights and pleasant accommodation.
TEEN SUMMER READING PROGRAM
Saturday, June 13: Montgomery-Norristown Public Library, 1001 Powell St., Norristown. Read three books a week for a chance
to be entered into a weekly drawing. There will be various prizes such as a $25 Amazon gift card and a final prize of Beats by Dr. Dre Headphones. Register for the summer reading program at www.mc-npl. org Assistance is available at the library. Registration begins June 13.
ROLLING THUNDER’S DAY WITH A VET
Saturday, June 13: Rolling Thunder Chapter 1 PA will host a “Day With A Vet” benefit event motorcycle run and picnic Saturday,
June 13. The police-escorted motorcycle run will start at Lowes Improvement in Oaks, 8:30-11:30 a.m. (kickstands up at 11:30 a.m. sharp) and end at Coatesville Veterans Hospital for a picnic with the vets. The police escort route runs through Norristown and Conshohocken to the Route 30 Bypass (Coatesville/ Downingtown) and Route 30 Business. There is a $15 per rider fee that includes run fee and picnic lunch. Passengers are $10. For more information visit www.RollingThunderPA1. org or email our president
at vicepres@rollingthunderpa1.org.
BUILD!
Saturday, June 13 and June 27: MontgomeryNorristown Public Library, 1001 Powell St., Norristown, 10:30 a.m.-12 noon. Create and build using a variety of great materials for the budding engineer: LEGO, K’Nex, Straws & Connectors, and more! For children entering grades K-6—children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Drop in.