All Community Fliers
- Abington Free Library - Fatal Attraction Program
Children ages 5 and up are invited to attend a workshop on carnivorous plants at Abington Free Library on Saturday, March 21, at 11:00 a.m. Participants will look inside a real pitcher plant and learn how these plants attract, trap, and digest insects. Children will also make a sundew craft to take home. Online registration begins March 9 at abingtonfreelibrary.org. This event, presented by Mt. Cuba Center educators, is being offered as part of the 2020 Longwood Gardens Community Read program.
Contact: Children's Department, 215-885-5180
Categories: Elementary, Copper Beech, Highland, McKinley, Overlook, Roslyn, Rydal, Willow Hill
Click here to view the flier - Posted on February 11th, 2020 - Abington Free Library Doggone Good Readers Program
Children in grades 1-6 are invited to practice reading aloud in small groups to registered therapy dogs on three Saturdays--Feb. 1, March 7, and April 4--at Abington Free Library. Two sessions--10:15-10:45 a.m. and 11:00-11:30 a.m.--will be offered on each date in the library's Community Room. Children may bring their own books or choose from a selection provided by the library. Online registration is underway at abingtonfreelibrary.org. For more information, call 215-885-5180, ext. 128.
Categories: Elementary, Copper Beech, Highland, McKinley, Overlook, Roslyn, Rydal, Willow Hill
Click here to view the flier - Posted on January 21st, 2020 - Abington Township Fall/Winter Activity Guide
Abington Township Parks and Recreation can not wait to spend this fall and winter with you! Check out all the fun activities we have! Register today before we are full!
Categories: All Schools
Click here to view the flier - Posted on September 24th, 2019 - Abington Township Parks & Recreation Spring/Summer Guide
Abington Township Parks and Recreation can not wait to spend this spring and summer with you! Check out all the fun activities we have and register today!
Categories: All Schools
Click here to view the flier - Posted on January 30th, 2020 - Abington Township Public Library--Jazz, Jess, Jenn & Friends
Join Miss Jessica and local trans educator, musician and writer, Jennifer Angelina Petro, for a storytime that will include a reading of I Am Jazz, along with other books about gender identity, songs, and a craft. For grades K-4 with their caregivers. Thursday, February 27, 2020 from 6:30-7:30pm. Register online at abingtonfreelibrary.org or call 215-885-5180, ext. 128 starting Thursday, February 13.
Contact: Children's Department
Categories: Elementary, Copper Beech, Highland, McKinley, Overlook, Roslyn, Rydal, Willow Hill
Click here to view the flier - Posted on January 21st, 2020 - ACT Designer Bag Bingo
Abington Community Taskforce is holding a Designer Bag Bingo, February 21, 2020 at the North Penn VFW, 2519 Jenkintown Road, Glenside, 6-10 pm. For tickets and reservations contact Mike at 267-536-1075 or order online at actbingo.eventbrite.com. Tickets: $30, make checks out to "ACT". Includes beverages; bring your own food! Additional games, daubers, 50/50. Benefits Abington Youth
Categories: All Schools
Click here to view the flier - Posted on January 27th, 2020 - Amelia Earhart: Determined Spirit at Abington Free Library
Monica Hoffman, an Amelia Earhart reenactor, will share stories of Earhart's determined spirit at the Abington Free Library on March 11th from 7:00-8:00 pm.
Categories: All Schools
Click here to view the flier - Posted on December 18th, 2019 - Audition for Commonwealth Youthchoirs
Do you know a boy or girl who loves to sing? Learn more about Keystone State Boychoir and Pennsylvania Girlchoir and schedule an audition today!
Contact: audition@cychoirs.org
Categories: All Schools
Click here to view the flier - Posted on November 12th, 2019 - Briar Bush Nature Center - Summer Camp Aide Volunteer Program
Briar Bush Nature Center's Camp Aide Program is designed to give teens the opportunity to serve alongside summer camp staff while gaining naturalist, leadership, and communication skills, earning community service hours, building resume experience, and having a fun-filled summer. Briar Bush seeks hard-working, patient, fun-loving, and energetic teens to volunteer for our Camp Aide Program. Camp Aides must be 13+ years of age and volunteer for a minimum of two full weeks of Summer Camp.
Contact: Melissa Eldridge, Director of Public Program, melissa@briarbush.org
Categories: Secondary, Senior High, Junior High
Click here to view the flier - Posted on February 4th, 2020 - Camp Invention 2020
Introducing our NEW 2020 program, Elevate! Camp Invention is a high-energy, hands-on STEM camp. Your child will love what's in store for this year:CREATE Become a confident entrepreneur as you sketch, prototype, protect and pitch the next great invention! COLLABORATE Team up to play hybrid hover ball games, trade inventor playing cards and design the ultimate sports complex.PROBLEM SOLVE Tackle environmental challenges while you compete in zipline races and build parachutes to airdrop animals!
Contact: jacquelinemangincampinvention@gmail.com
Categories: Elementary, Copper Beech, Highland, McKinley, Overlook, Roslyn, Rydal, Willow Hill
Click here to view the flier - Posted on January 30th, 2020 - Census Job opportunities
We are trying to get the word out about recruiting effort and employment opportunities to as many people as possible. These jobs offer a competitive hourly wage, ranging, from $24-$29.50 per hour in Montgomery County, flexible schedule, paid training, as well a mileage reimbursement at the current federal rate of 57 cents per mile.
Categories: All Schools
Click here to view the flier - Posted on February 6th, 2020 - College Prep Events
These college prep events at Abington Free Library are free for students and parents. Learn more about SAT & ACT tests, college applications, and student debt. Get more info at abingtonfreelibrary.org/teens for more details and dates.
Contact: Lindsay Cummings, Young Adult Librarian, lcummings@mclinc.org
Categories: Secondary, Senior High
Click here to view the flier - Posted on February 6th, 2020 - Dungeons and Dragons for Teens
Wed nights at 7-8 pm on Jan 15, Feb 12, & March 18 at Abington Free Library. For Ages 12-18. Play the classic role-playing game Dungeons & Dragons. Using your storytelling skills, you'll create a character and join other adventurers to complete quests, slay monsters, and achieve personal goals. Beginners welcome! Register at abingtonfreelibrary.org/teens.
Contact: Lindsay Cummings, Young Adult Librarian, lcummings@mclinc.org
Categories: All Schools
Click here to view the flier - Posted on December 20th, 2019 - Finding Lost Ancestors
A program on finding African American ancestors.
Contact: Abington Free Library 215-885-5180 Ext. 113
Categories: All Schools
Click here to view the flier - Posted on January 31st, 2020 - Free CPR classes
The Just Fight Foundation offers Free CPR classes in 45 minute sessions. This is not a certification class. We offer Child/Adult and Infant classes.
Contact: cpr.jff@gmail.com
Categories: All Schools
Click here to view the flier - Posted on January 24th, 2020 - Glenside Weldon Playground
Friends of Glenside Weldon is a group of volunteer neighbors fundraising to update the Glenside Weldon playground for today's kids. Your tax-deductible donation will help us meet our goal of $75,000 for playground equipment and installation, as well as improvements to the existing space. Please donate today! https://www.gofundme.com/f/FriendsofGW. Questions? Want to join our effort? Send us an email at friendsofglensideweldon@gmail.com Or call us at 610-428-5516
Categories: All Schools
Click here to view the flier - Posted on December 3rd, 2019 - Harlem Wizards Family Fun Event
Don't miss this fun-filled, highflying, interactive event featuring the world famous Harlem Wizards basketball team as they take on our Abington Teachers & Principals. Your attendance and support will benefit the students of the Abington School District! Saturday, March 28, 2020. Doors open at 1pm, game begins at 2pm. General Admission: $12 advance, $15 at door. ORDER YOUR TICKETS NOW! Visit https://www.harlemwizards.com/schedule-tickets/ and choose the Abington Game on March 28th.
Contact: Erin Zimmerman @ 215-517-2888
Categories: All Schools
Click here to view the flier - Posted on February 3rd, 2020 - Incoming Kindergartners and 1st Graders - Library Welcome
Will your child be a Kindergartner or 1st Grader in the fall? It may be time for their first library card. Soon-to-be and current Kindergartens will receive a small prize for showing their library card or signing up for a library card at Abington or Roslyn library during February and March. To sign up for a card, the child's parent or guardian must be present to sign and show ID with Abington residence.
Contact: Meg Mitchell mmitchell@mclinc.org Carolyn DuBois cdubois@mclinc.org
Categories: Elementary, Copper Beech, Highland, McKinley, Overlook, Roslyn, Rydal, Willow Hill
Click here to view the flier - Posted on January 30th, 2020 - Sealant Saturday: Children's Dental Sealant Program
MONTGOMERY COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE & PENNSYLVANIA DENTAL HYGIENISTS' ASSOCIATION "Partners in Community Health Outreach" proudly co-sponsor complimentary oral examinations and sealant placement will be provided for children (6-14 years of age). Space is limited. Please call 215.641.6483 to schedule an appointment. Montgomery County Community College Dental Hygiene Clinic is located at: Health Science Center, Room 1400 340 DeKalb Pike, Blue Bell, PA 19422
Categories: Secondary, Elementary, Junior High, Copper Beech, Highland, McKinley, Overlook, Roslyn, Rydal, Willow Hill
Click here to view the flier - Posted on February 17th, 2020 - Teen Art Workshop: Graffiti-Style Name
Thursday, March 5, 6:30-8 pm. For ages 12-18 at Abington Free Library. Inspired by graffiti artists, teens will use markers and colored pencils to create their name in bubble shaped letters. Register at abingtonfreelibrary.org/teens.
Contact: Lindsay Cummings, Young Adult Librarian, lcummings@mclinc.org
Categories: All Schools
Click here to view the flier - Posted on January 30th, 2020 - Teen Creative Writing Club
First Tuesday of the Month, Jan. 7, Feb. 4, March 3, at 4-5 pm at Abington Free Library. For ages 12-18. Hone your creative writing skills through fun prompts and exercises. Share your work and get feedback. Register at abingtonfreelibrary.org/teens.
Contact: Lindsay Cummings, Young Adult Librarian, lcummings@mclinc.org
Categories: All Schools
Click here to view the flier - Posted on December 12th, 2019
