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Contents: Who to Call? ............................................2 Community Events................................4-5 Chanticleer - A Wonderful 2015 Season....6 Business Spotlight....................................7 Troop & Cub Pack 284 Update ..................8 Radnor Educational Foundation...............9 Phone Scam Warning .............................10 Money Transfer Scams ...........................11 Medicare Enrollment .............................12 Safety Tips for the Seasons Ahead ..........13 Fall Chores & Winter Reminders.............14 Be Prepared This Winter ........................15 Leaf Collection Schedule ........................16 Trash & Recycling Calendar ....................17 Antique Area Map.............................18-19 Historic Sugartown............................20-21 Radnor Memorial Library ..................22-23 Cradles to Crayons .................................26 Dog Training: Praising Your Dog..............27 Jenkins Arboretum: Forever Endowment Campaign...........28 Polling Locations ....................................29 Senior Lifestyles: Great Apps ..................30 Wayne Art Center Class Schedule ......32-34

Township Administration Building 301 Iven Avenue Wayne, PA 19087-5297 Phone: 610-688-5600 Fax: 610-971-0450 / 610-688-1279 www.radnor.com Mon - Fri 8 am to 4 pm Township Police 301 Iven Avenue Wayne, PA 19087-5297 Emergency and Call for Service: 9-1-1 Admin. and Records: 610-688-0503 Fax: 610-687-8852 Mon - Fri 8 am to 5 pm Township Public Works Garage 235 East Lancaster Avenue Wayne, PA 19087 Phone: 610-688-5600 Fax: 610-687-0201 Fire and Ambulance Emergency Phone: 9-1-1

Fire and Ambulance (continued) Broomall Fire Company Non-Emergency Phone: 610-353-5225 www.broomallfirecompany.com Radnor Township School District 135 South Wayne Avenue Wayne, PA 19087-4117 Phone: 610-688-8100 Fax: 610-971-0742 www.rtsd.org Delaware County Courthouse 201 West Front Street Media, PA 19063 Phone: 610-891-4000 www.co.delaware.pa.us District Justices Judicial District 32-1-27 (Wards 4, 5, and 7) District Justice David H. Lang, Esq. 4655 West Chester Pike Newtown Square, PA 19073 Phone: 610-356-7430

Radnor Fire Company Non-Emergency Phone: 610-687-3245 www.radnorfire.com

Judicial District 32-1-29 (Wards 1, 2, 3, and 6) District Justice John C. Tuten, Jr., Esq. Sugartown Road, Suite 20 Wayne, PA 19087 Phone: 610-902-0606

Bryn Mawr Fire Company Non-Emergency Phone: 610-525-7702 www.brynmawrfirecompany.org

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The Willows 490 Darby-Paoli Road Villanova, PA 19085 Phone: 610-964-9288 www.willowsmansion.com Radnor Memorial Library 114 West Wayne Avenue Wayne, PA 19087 Phone: 610-687-1124 www.radnorlibrary.org Wayne Art Center 413 Maplewood Avenue Wayne, PA 19087 Phone: 610-688-3553 Fax: 610-995-0478 www.wayneart.org Wayne Business Association P. O. Box 50 Wayne, PA 19087 Phone: 610-687-7698 www.waynebusiness.com Wayne Senior Center 108 Station Road Wayne, PA 19087 Phone: 610-688-6246 www.wayneseniorcenter.com

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WAYNE BUSINESS ASSOCIATION

Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony Friday, December 4th 5:30 to 7:30 PM 4:00 to 8:00 First Friday Special Holiday Shopping Hours 5:30 to 6:30 Strolling Carolers on North WayneAvenue 5:30 to 7:15 Face Painting & Ornament Decorating at Radnor Fire House 5:30 to 7:30 Horse Drawn Carriage Rides on South WayneAve. & Runnymede Ave. 7:30 Christmas Tree Lighting at Wayne Train Station led by 6ABC Action News Reporter Vernon Odom

Santa Parade Saturday, December 5th 10:00AM Along Lancaster Avenue & ending at theWayne Hotel Featuring Radnor High School Marching Band & Cheerleaders & Valley Forge MilitaryAcademy Field Music Group Visit with Santa on the Veranda of Wayne Hotel until 11:30 AM Enjoy Fresh Baked Cookies and Hot Chocolate compliments of Paramour

The Wayne Hotel is the proud sponsor of Wayne's Old Fashioned Christmas Celebration.

Thank you to the Great American Pub & Keith Martin Electric for the Tree Lighting.

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D E S L ' I V A E T RY! N A S SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2015

With the help of Bryn Mawr Fire Company, Radnor Fire Company, Broomall Fire Company, Gladwyne Fire Company, the Radnor Police Department, and Radnor Township employees, Santa will make an unexpected and early visit this year to the neighborhoods of Radnor Township spreading holiday cheer and bringing a special gift to children for those who register and submit their gift (parents/guardians) in advance.

DETAILS FOR PARTICIPANTS Clearly complete the form below.

Bring your gift(s) to the Radnor Township Building (301 Iven Avenue, Wayne) on Saturday, November 28, 2015 between 8am and 11am.

No need to park upon arriving! Drive up to the circle and staff members will be there to assist you!

Only one small, shoebox-sized gift per child please! Large gifts may be refused.

Name(s) must be CLEARLY printed on the outside of each gift.

Radnor Township will not purchase gifts, gift wrap, or provide wrapping supplies.

Due to time and planning constraints, NO gifts may be dropped off after Saturday, November 28, 2015.

Delivery cannot be pre-determined. Santa will do his best to deliver to your home between 5:30pm and 9pm on Saturday, December 12, 2015.

Please have your child/children ready to go to the end of your driveway when you hear the sirens approaching. Santa can't wait!

Participants must live within Radnor Township.

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Chanticleer - A Wonderful 2015 Season Chanticleer is pleased to announce, the major new book, The Art of Gardening: Design Inspiration and Innovative Planting Techniques from Chanticleer by the Gardeners of Chanticleer and Bill Thomas.

The book is now available in bookstores and online. Enhanced by photographs taken by Rob Cardillo, the book is filled with practical and illustrative techniques used by the gardeners at Chanticleer. The garden will open at 10 am on Wednesday, March 30, 2016. For more information about the garden and to plan your 2016 visit please visit, chanticleergarden.org.

Chanticleer thanks Radnor residents for a wonderful 2015 season. Even though the gates closed for winter on November 1, fall programming gains you access to the garden and exclusive instruction from the Chanticleer staff. Two classes are being offered in November; putting the garden to bed on November 7 and seasonal branches and holiday table arrangements on November 21. These classes will be demonstration-based and provide time to enjoy the garden. Participants will learn tricks for how to handle autumn clean up in the garden and how to bring the garden inside with seasonal decorating.

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284 Troop and Pack Fall Update Cub Pack 284 and Radnor Troop 284 of Wayne are inclusive scouting programs open to boys between 1st and 12th grade and welcomes all boys and parents/guardians who wish to participate. The Pack generally meets at Wayne Elementary School every other Tuesday in the Fall/Winter/Spring as well as having many outdoor events spread over the year. Radnor Troop 284 meets every Saturday

morning at the Troop Cabin on Darby Paoli Road in the fall and spring and at Wayne Presbyterian Church in the winter. Pack 284 and Troop 284 have an active and dynamic year planned to provide many opportunities for boys to lead and personal growth.

Pack 284 continued assisting Radnor Township with helping out with Truck Zoo and the Fall

Delmont Scout Camp and Marsh Creek state park. Several Troop 284 members are working on community service projects in order to earn the Rank of Eagle Scout. Radnor Troop 284 provides many leadership opportunities for the Boys as each meeting is led by boys in the troop in the various Senior Patrol Leader and Patrol Leader positions. This allows for opportunities for scouts to lead their peers and develop leadership skills for their lifetime.

Both Radnor Troop 284 and Pack 284 are chartered by Wayne Presbyterian Church, but their membership represents the wide diversity of beliefs and cultures from the community. If you are interested in joining Pack 284 or Radnor Troop 284 please visit our w e b s i t e s a t w w w . bs a 2 8 4 . o r g o r www.pack284.com

Harvest. These well attended events are a continuing service to the community, and actively encourage youth and adults to get outside and enjoy what the township has to offer. Pack 284 has also planned several exciting events throughout the year including a trip to Independence Hall downtown, sleeping at the Philadelphia Zoo, ice skating, and hikes and events at the Willow Park. Pack 284 will also be holding a clothing drive in conjunction with Broad Street Ministries downtown to help provide for those in need.

Pack 284 has been recognized as performing on the top level of scout packs nationwide with the 2014 Journey to Excellence Gold Award.

The Boy Scouts of Troop 284 started off the fall with camping trips French Creek State Park and Ressica Falls. Additional outdoor adventures are planned for Application trail,

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CALLING ALL RADNOR ALUMNI RADNOR ALL CLASS REUNION SET TO FOLLOW LM GAME It's tradition! Four years ago, the Radnor Alumni Council of the Radnor Educational Foundation, thought it would be fun to host an all-class reunion. Get some food, have some beer, see who showed up.

"That year we had almost 400 people," recalls Chris Massaro, Radnor Class of '83 and Chair of the Radnor Alumni Council. "It far exceeded our expectations and was a great time."

They did it again in 2013. Ditto for 2015. This year's event will be held Saturday, November 14th immediately following the Radnor-Lower Merion rival football game at Radnor High School. Game starts at 1:00 p.m. and the reunion runs from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Radnor Financial Center (directly across the street from the high school).

"We only do it every other year when the Radnor-LM game is at home," explains

Massaro. "Alum are invited to go to the game, cheer Radnor on to victory and then come to the Radnor Financial Center to celebrate the big win."

Tickets to the event are $25 with proceeds going to the Radnor Educational Foundation to support grants for projects that enrich the educational experience and foster innovative opportunities for students of RTSD and the community. Funds also support the Radnor Alumni Council's Edternship Program, a program to place Radnor seniors and juniors in meaningful internship experiences and alumni recognition activities like the Radnor Hall of Fame.

Tickets can be purchased on-line through the Radnor Educational Foundation or at the door the night of the event. Must be 21 to attend.

For more information and to purchase tickets go to www.radnoreducationalfoundation.org.

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Phone Scam Warning - Don't Be a Victim Over the past year, there has been an increase in phone scams targeting Township residents.

Two of the most common ones are the IRS scam and the grandparent scam. Please take time to read about these scams and ways to prevent becoming their next victim.

IRS-Impersonation Telephone Scam An aggressive and sophisticated phone scam targeting taxpayers has been making the rounds throughout the country. Callers claim to be employees of the IRS, but are not. These con artists can sound convincing when they call. They use fake names and bogus IRS identification badge numbers. They may know a lot about their targets, and they usually alter the caller ID to make it look like the IRS is calling. V ictims are told they owe money to the IRS and it must be paid promptly through a pre-loaded debit card or wire transfer. If the victim refuses to cooperate, they are then threatened with arrest, deportation or suspension of a business or driver's license. Or, victims may be told they have a refund due to try to trick them into sharing private information. If the phone isn't answered, the scammers often leave an "urgent" callback request.

Remember, the IRS will never: 1)

Call to demand immediate payment, nor will the agency call about taxes owed without first having mailed you a bill;

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Demand that you pay taxes without giving you the opportunity to question or appeal the amount they say you owe;

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Require you to use a specific payment method for your taxes, such as a prepaid debit card;

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Ask for credit or debit card numbers over the phone; or

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Threaten.

soldier's social networking site, a con artist will contact the soldier's grandparents, sometimes claiming that a problem came up during military leave that requires money to address. While it's commonly called the grandparent scam, criminals may also claim to be a family friend, a niece or nephew, or another family member. To avoid being victimized: -Resist the pressure to act quickly -Try to contact a family member to determine if the call is legitimate -Never wire money based on a request made over the phone or in an e-mail Here are some tips to remember:

Grandparent Scam In this scam, a grandparent receives a phone call (or sometimes an e-mail) from a "grandchild." If it is a phone call, it's often late at night or early in the morning when most people aren't thinking that clearly. Usually, the person claims to be traveling in a foreign country and has gotten into a bad situation, like being arrested for drugs, getting in a car accident, or being mugged and needs money wired ASAP. And the caller doesn't want his or her parents told.

Sometimes, instead of the "grandchild" making the phone call, the criminal pretends to be an arresting police officer, a lawyer, a doctor at a hospital, or some other person.

And we've also received complaints about the phony grandchild talking first and then handing the phone over to an accomplice who further spins the fake tale. We've also seen military families victimized: After perusing a

1. Don't answer phone calls from unfamiliar phone numbers. Let those calls go to your voice mail and decide after listening whether you want to call back.

2. Never provide anyone with personal information such as bank accounts, social security numbers, or personal identification numbers (PIN).

3. If you get a call saying you're a winner, don't pay any money to collect a prize. A legitimate sweepstakes will never ask you to pay to collect your winnings.

4. Never wire money to anyone with whom you are not familiar.

5. Remember that old saying, "If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is."

6. When in doubt, call the police and ask them.

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Money Transfer Scams

Scam artists use a number of elaborate schemes to get your money, and many involve money transfers through companies like Western Union and MoneyGram or the purchase of a GreenDot Money Pak or Walmart MoneyCard. These are legitimate companies being used by criminals to take advantage of you. Many money transfer scams involve dramatic or convincing stories that play on your optimistic nature, your altruism or your thriftiness. But no matter how you parse it, they always cost you money.

Here are some scams involving money transfers that you may recognize: Counterfeit Check Scams Someone sends you a check with instructions to deposit it and wire some or all the money back.

Lotteries and Sweepstakes You just won a foreign lottery! The letter says so, and a cashier's check is included. All you have to do is deposit the check and wire money to pay for taxes and fees.

Overpayment Scams Someone responds to your posting or ad, and offers to use a cashier's check, personal check or corporate check to pay for the item you're selling. At the last minute, the so-called buyer (or the buyer's "agent") comes up with a reason to write the check for more than the purchase price, and asks you to wire back the difference.

Online Purchase Scams If you are buying something online and the seller insists on a money transfer or prepaid card as the only form of payment, consider it a red flag: ask to use a credit card, an escrow service (PayPal) or another way to pay.

Family Emergency Scams You get a call out of the blue from someone who claims to be a member of your family and needs cash to get out of a jam to fix a car, get out of jail or leave a foreign country. He begs you to wire money right away or to provide the card number to a prepaid money card and to keep the request confidential.

Never wire money or provide prepaid card numbers to anyone in these or similar situations, they are all scams. If something like this is happening to you or you believe you are the victim of a crime please contact the Radnor Township Police Department by dialing and ask to speak to an officer. portions taken from the FTC website https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0090-usingmoney-transfer-services Please Support Our Advertisers 路 To Advertise Call 610-265-6277

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Medicare Annual Open Enrollment Period Time to Check Your Health and Drug Plan

and ordering medications online. However, there may be a different plan available that has your medication on their formulary.

The Chester and Delaware County Departments of Aging through their APPRISE programs of trained Medicare counselors, helps Medicare beneficiaries understand the health care options specific to their health needs and financial resources.

Access to specific pharmacies. Many seniors say it is important to have access to a specific pharmacy or a specific pharmacist. Each Part D plan has a network of pharmacies offering the best price for members of that plan. When considering a switch, it is easy to check the pharmacies in other plans' networks to ensure similar access.

Each year during the Open Enrollment period, October 15 - December 7, Medicare beneficiaries should check their health plans and drug plans, but many don't. Here are some of the most important reasons to consider changing your plan.

Top Considerations for Drug (Part D) Plan Change: The cost of the plan. Most Medicare beneficiaries consider the premiums, deductibles and co-pays when initially selecting a Part D plan, butÊtheyÊdon't continue to shop for the lowest cost plan each year. Plans may change premiums, deductibles and co-pays each year, so it is important to consider the cost of all the plans that cover your medications.

Top Considerations for Medicare Advantage Plan (HMO,PPO,)Change: The cost of the plan. Most beneficiaries do not realize that there may be various levels of plans offered by their current insurer; for example, there may be a "Basic" plan and a "Preferred" plan. The "Preferred" plan may offer the same benefits with slightly lower copays but higher monthly premiums. Changing a level of plan with the same insurer could save a significant amount of money while providing the same benefits.

Covered benefits. As long as their medical and prescription benefits remain covered, some seniors may not opt to change plans. Another company, however, may offer additional benefits at no additional cost.

Access to specific physicians and hospitals. As long as their physicians and desired hospitals remain in their network, most seniors will stay in their current plan. However, those physicians and hospitals may also participate in another plan which has lower costs and/or more benefits.

Don't be fearful of changing plans. Remember that making a change in your drug plan or Medicare Advantage plan should be done to optimize your benefits and minimize your costs.

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Keep these tips in mind: Service Your Furnace Before the cold autumn and winter weather sets in, be sure to call your heating and cooling company to service your furnace. A specialist should inspect the furnace to make sure it is in working order. Keep all flammable materials away from your furnace, including: clothing, paint products, toxic materials, and cardboard.

Use Fireplaces Safely Keep the fire in its proper place by using a fireplace screen to contain sparks. Never leave a burning fire unattended and make sure the fire is completely out before going to bed.

Have your chimney checked for leaks and blockages. A professional company should check your fireplace.

Use Caution with Space Heaters A space heater can be an effective way to warm up a chilly room, but you must read the instructions first. If your space heater requires venting, make sure it is vented, facing outdoors. Never use your stove or oven to heat your home; only use space heaters approved for this purpose. Always allow at least three feet of empty area around space heaters.

Install Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms Tis' the season to install smoke and carbon monoxide alarms on every level of your home and outside the bedrooms. Test your alarm devices monthly.

Change Alarm Batteries Change the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms when you turn back your clocks for Daylight Saving Time. Make sure to check the alarm devices when new batteries are installed.

Prevent Leaf Fires Do not park your vehicles on a pile of leaves.

Hot catalytic converters, tailpipes, on the undercarriage of most vehicles can easily cause a fire. Only park your vehicle in clear areas of the streets and in driveways.

Make and Practice Your Home Escape Plan Make a home escape plan for the whole family before a fire starts. Practice with the whole family twice a year. If you know what to do ahead of time, you have a better chance of escaping from a fire.

Reconsider Leaf and other Yard Waste Burning Open burning of leaves and other yard waste is prohibited in Upper Merion Township. The Township does provide seasonal pickups for these materials. Contact the Township's Public Works Office at 610-265-2606 for the leaf and yard waste pickup schedule.

Prevent Fires in the Clothes Dryer Avoid fires by cleaning filters after each load of wash and removing lint that collects in dryer vents.

Use Portable Generators Safely Always use generators outdoors, away from doors, windows and vents. Never use generators in homes, garages, basements, crawl spaces, or other enclosed or partially enclosed areas, even with ventilation due to carbon monoxide hazard. Follow manufacturer's instructions.

Exercise Candle Caution Candles are a great way to give a room that warm glow, but they can also cause fires.

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Fall Chores & Winter Reminders Tackling Fall Chores With an Eye on Stream Pollution

SNOW, Sidewalks & Streets

There are many sources at this time of year that can pollute stormwater - the rainwater that makes its way into storm drains or runs off properties into streams. Leaf litter and yard waste dumped into a stormwater basin or near a waterway can cause harmful nutrient accumulation. Leaves swept into the street can enter storm drains and make their way into the nearest creek as well. Excess lawn fertilizer can wash away with the rain and bare soil can also run off into streams and cause sediment pollution.

As always, the cooperation of residents and businesses is appreciated by the Townships to help them keep your streets and sidewalks safe during inclement weather. Please remember:

As you tackle fall cleanup chores, put these tips into practice: Shred yard and leaf waste for use as mulch or fertilizer. Or, place out for yard waste collection.

Don't fertilize immediately before a rainstorm and don't apply fertilizers in excess.

Always follow the directions on the bottle for safe application and disposal whenever you use a chemical product.

deposited at driveways during plowing.

Please do not shovel or blow snow from driveways into the street.

Trash receptacles should not be placed on the street. This inhibits the snow removal vehicles from doing their job. Please place your trash cans either on the lawn or curb in front of your property.

From the beginning of the storm until the roadway is cleared, vehicles, trailers, boats or campers should not be parked in the roadway.

Tenants and owners of properties abutting public streets are required to clear a pathway in the sidewalk. A path at least 30 inches wide must be cleared within 48 hours after it stops snowing/sleeting. Tenants/owners also are required to cover the sidewalk with ashes, sawdust or similar materials in the event of ice or sleet. Placing snow in the gutter or roadway is prohibited.

As long as it's snowing, the first priority is keeping main roads open and passable. Under normal circumstances, cul-de-sacs and dead end streets are typically plowed last because they carry the lowest volume of traffic. State highways and county roads are cleared by state and county snow removal crews.

If you have a fire hydrant on your property, please clear the snow away from the area around it (leaving the markers intact).

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Maintain ventilation when using kerosene heaters to avoid build-up of toxic fumes.

Place the generator outside in a wellventilated, dry area, away from air intakes to the home.

Refuel kerosene heaters outside and keep them at least 3 feet from flammable objects.

If you will be going away during cold weather, leave the heat on in your home and don't set the temperature any lower than 55 degrees.

In advance: Stock up on rock salt or an environmentally safe product to melt ice; antiskid materials such as sand; snow shovels; fuel for fireplace or wood-burning stove; and warm clothing and blankets. Once a storm arrives or temperatures dip to single digits:

Never run a generator indoors or in an attached garage.

If the Power Goes Out Check the fuse or circuit breaker box to see if a fuse tripped inside the home and check with neighbors to see if their power is out. Call PECO at 1-800-841-4141 as soon as possible. The automated, interactive system allows the company to accept thousands of calls at a time and get your information to the right people faster. Don't assume someone else has called: When more customers call, PECO can better manage their response efforts. Be sure to request a customer service representative if you can describe damage that has occurred, such as a downed pole or wires.

Stay indoors as much as possible.

Avoid overexertion when shoveling snow. Take breaks, p u s h t h e s n o w instead of lifting it when possible, and lift lighter loads.

Change wet clothing frequently to prevent a loss of body heat.

Drive only if it is absolutely necessary. If you must drive, travel during the day, don't travel alone,keep others i nfo rme d of your schedule, and avoid back roads and shortcuts.

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2015 Leaf Collection Schedule Each year during the months of November and December the Township's Public Works Department collects leaves from residential properties located on all Township, State, and Private roads. In an effort to get all of the leaves collected before winter weather, leaf collection will begin a week earlier this year. Leaves will be collected two times in each district. The second collection will begin after the first collection has been complete in all three districts.

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Please note: The leaf collection schedule is subject to change in cases of inclement weather .

All tree branches and tree limbs must caught dumping compacted leaves will Leaf Collection Guidelines: be subject to a $300 fine for illegal Residents who live on street names be removed from leaf piles.

Because of State regulations, bagged dumping on Township right-a-way. listed in CAPITALS on the Districts Streets List MUST place their leaves in leaves will not be collected by Radnor the gutter line of their street. Leaves Township Solid Waste Collection Daily Leaf Collection Schedule: The projected list of streets that the should be piled so they do not impede Division during this collection.

All leaves to be collected must be leaf crews will be working on the next the cart way. If SOME leaves must remain behind the curb (so that the cart placed according to the guidelines workday can be found on the Township way is not impacted) township crews described and will be picked up in bulk. website at www.radnor.com. The leaf schedule will be followed as possible, WILL remove leaves from that There will be no exceptions!

Special note: Please do not park weather permitting. location.

The Daily Leaf Collection Schedule Residents who live on streets listed in any motor vehicle on top of leaf piles. regular type on the Districts Streets A hot engine could cause the leaves to can also be seen on RTV, Comcast cable channel 10 or Verizon FiOS List are required to place their leaves catch fire.

Note to Landscapers: It is illegal to channel 30. The cable service is subject on their property and OFF the street (behind the curb). The township crews dump compacted loads of leaves on to change due to unforeseen will remove the leaves from that Township streets. Any contractor circumstances that may arise. location.

During the months of January through October, leaves may be bagged in biodegradable paper bags and placed at the curb on Wednesdays (exception of holiday weeks) as part of the yard waste recycling program. No more than 10 bags of leaves should be put out for collection per week and each bag should weigh no more than 30 lbs.

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No: garbage, plastic bags, food waste, food tainted items (used paper plates, paper towels, paper napkins), Styrofoam, motor oil bottles or

hazardous chemical containers, plastic toys or sporting goods, electronics, batteries, CDs, DVDs, foam egg cartons, ice cream cartons, light bulbs, hangers, yard waste or garden tools.

Yard Waste Collection: Collected curbside on Wednesdays (with the exception of holiday weeks), must be placed in bio-degradable paper bags or loose in a 35 gallon refuse container. Contents of container cannot exceed 50 lbs.No plastic bags will be accepted.

Tree trimmings and brush must be tied in bundles no longer than 3 feet in length and branches can be long larger than 2" in diameter.

No firewood will be collected. Leaves will be collected in biodegradable bags when placed at the curb except during the Township wide leaf collection in the fall. Up to 10 bundles/bags of yard waste per collection will be accepted.

Plastic bags, trash, grass, and dirt mixed with lawn debris is not permitted.

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Historic Sugartown's Book Bindery th

Amid the historic structures in the 19 -century village of Sugartown, stands a small, studio building, painted in vibrant brick red colors.

Inside, visitors discover a world-class th th collection of late 18 and early 19 -century tools once used in the bookbinding trade. The collection contains over 2500 tools once

bookbinding shop together in Ardmore, and over the years, drew national recognition for their skills as conservators. A two-volume set of The Federalist Papers, Broadside announcing the Declaration of Independence, and the original works of John James Audubon are among the important documents that the Shihadehs restored. The Shihadeh's work can be found in rare book collections of museums, universities, dignitaries and serious collectors throughout the world.

After the Shihadeh's retired in 2000, Sugartown's founder John C. Nagy, did not want to see such a beautiful collection get sold off in pieces. Historic Sugartown purchased the collection and constructed the Book Bindery to preserve and interpret the increasingly rare artisanship of book binding.

The collection features many early rare brass tools, including decorative pallets, fillets, and decorative rolls, with examples by makers from the United States, England and France. It is thought to contain the largest collection of Philadelphia-crafted tools in the United States.

owned by the late renowned book conservators Fred and Elke Shihadeh of Ardmore, Pennsylvania.

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Historic Sugartown's Book Bindery Historic Sugartown recently partnered with Ramon Townsend of Exton, PA, to offer hand bookbinding workshops in the Book Bindery.

Townsend, who specializes in custom bookbinding and repair, apprenticed at Colonial Williamsburg. Workshop attendees create and take home their own personally hand-crafted book. For information on upcoming bookbinding workshops, contact 610-640-2667 or info@historicsugartown.org.

In addition to the Book Bindery, Historic Sugartown stewards the c. 1880 General Store, the c. 1805 William Garrett House and the Carriage Museum which showcases a rare

collection of carriages and sleighs in partnership with Chester County Historical Society. Historic Sugartown is open for guided tours Saturdays, 11 am - 4 pm, and Sundays, 1 4 pm through the first week in December.

Guided Tour Admission: $5 Adults, $4 Seniors (60+), and $3 Children ages 3 - 17 yrs. The organization offers an array of programs and activities geared toward families and adults throughout the year. Historic Sugartown is located at 690 Sugartown Road, Malvern, PA 19355. By GPS, enter 273 Boot Road, Malvern, PA to reach our Visitor Parking. For more information on tours, programs and events, visit HistoricSugartown.org.

2015 Program Calendar Victorian Dance

Sunday, November 1st, 2 - 5 pm Join the Civil War Dance Troupe for an afternoon of Victorian dancing.

Admission: $15 Adults; $12/children ages 10 & younger.

A Sugartown Christmas

Saturday, December 12th, 11 am - 4 pm Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Seniors; $4 Children (3 - 17 yrs). Children ages 2 & younger admitted free.

Bring your family to Historic Sugartown for some holiday fun!

Explore the historic village and hear about Victorian Christmas traditions.

Sugar up at Sugartown! Kids will get a chance to decorate cookies and a gingerbread version of Sugartown, and try their hand making Victorianstyle ornaments and Christmas cards. Visit with Santa at our c.

1805 William Garrett House and enjoy holiday treats and hot cocoa.

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Upcoming Events at Radnor Memorial Library FOR ADULTS

Radnor Library Cookbook Club Friday, November 6, 6:30 PM Get ready for your holiday parties! Prepare a recipe from Martha Stewart's Appetizers and bring it to the library. Eat and share your thoughts over delicious homemade food.

Stop by the Information Desk to browse through the cookbook and select a recipe.

Enjoy the Humor of Molière Wednesday, November 18, 1:30 PM Dr. Erlis Wickersham, lecturer and retired Rosemont professor is back by popular demand for a lecture and discussion of The Would-Be Gentleman (Le Bourgeois gentilhomme) by Molière.

Wreath Decorating Workshop* ($20 fee) Tuesday, December 8, 7:00 PM Friday Fine Films Fridays at 1:30 PM November 20: Age of Adaline December 18: Into the Woods Yoga for All Ages Mondays at 7:00 PM November 23 and December 14

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FOR CHILDREN Little Hands Love Peter Rabbit* Saturday, November 7, 9:30 AM Experience sensory play and celebrate the beloved classic The Tale of Peter Rabbit with your little one. Little Hands Love Peter Rabbit is designed for children under the age of one. We will play, touch and explore Beatrix Potter's story, furry friends and garden textures.

The Magic Conductor's Reading Adventure: The Caboose Mystery Saturday, November 7, 1:00 PM All aboard! Are you ready to go on an exciting adventure with Steve the Conductor to help him solve a mystery and unlock the magic of reading? Join magician Steve Woyce for "The Magic Conductor's Reading Adventure: The Caboose Mystery," an interactive show that combines theatre, storytelling, and magic to get the whole family involved in solving the mystery.

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Upcoming Events at Radnor Memorial Library FOR TEENS Free SAT Practice Test* Saturday, December 12, 9:30AM The SAT test will change to a new format in March 2016, so come take a FREE practice test featuring the new format. Results will be mailed to participants approximately ten days after testing. Please bring a pencil.

Holiday Open House for All Ages* Saturday, December 5, 10:30 AM - 12 PM A Winter Holiday Concert with Pete Moses at Radnor United Methodist Church in Garrett Hill for Age 2-7 Thursday, December 29, 10:30 AM *Registration required.

For more information and fall storytime schedule, please visit www.radnorlibrary.org/youth-services 114 West Wayne Avenue Wayne, PA 19087 610-687-1124 www.radnorlibrary.org

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Dog Training - Praising Your Dog Why is it so hard for your dog to understand praise including a cue? You will often see directions on the internet with phrases such as, "Every time his rump hits the floor, tell him 'Good sit!'" This is meant to help your dog pair their current act with the word "sit."

As humans, we are able to understand the various ways words can be used. We understand that one word can have many meanings in various situations and that different words can be used to mean the same thing. Unfortunately, your dog is not so lucky when it comes to verbal communication. Dogs are phenomenal at exhibiting and reading body language, but they have a vocabulary of approximately 12-20 vocalizations (depending on which study you read).

This number range is way less than the thousands of words humans have adapted to understanding, and that doesn't even include tone, context, etc.

Once you know and accept this idea, it becomes a little more understandable when your trainer tells you that "down" can only mean one thing and that "put your belly on the floor" can't also mean "don't jump." Other than overusing words and leading to misunderstandings, there is one other instance where people misuse words with their dogs, and this is a big one "sit" followed by "good sit" or some other variation of using a command word in praise.

Why is this such a bad idea? Well, you are going to be spending quite a bit of time teaching your dog a few key words, such as sit, down, stay, etc., and pairing them with specific behaviors. Each time you use a word differently, you are adding a little confusion to the mix and potentially making it harder for your dog to learn the true meanings of the behaviors. We generally refer to this as the power or value of the cue. You want the cue to be very strong and for your dog to understand its meaning clearly.

Here is why that doesn't work: your dog does not understand grammar. Simply stated, you understand that "sit" can be both a verb and noun, as in "sit down" and "the act of sitting." Your dog does not. For your dog, "sit" is technically a discriminative sound or stimulus.

A good example of a discriminative stimulus that may be easier to understand is the sound of a whistle in sporting events. The whistle tells you to start, whether that means dive off of the block in swimming, or to stop due to a penalty, as seen in football. The whistle means only one thing in each sport and is never repeated right after the start or stop to tell the players they did a good job. This is how it feels to your dog.

The sound "sit" means that they are likely to get a reward if they put their bum on the floor. Once their bum is down, repeating the cue with the praise does not tell your dog that they did a good job sitting. That would mean that they understand "good" is being used to describe the act of sitting.

You're essentially wasting the power of the word "sit" by repeating it with the praise.

So what does this mean for praise? You might have come to the conclusion that words matter for your dog. This is absolutely true! So what about the power of your chosen praise word? Well, you give a word power through consistency and clarity by using each word for only one meaning.

associate it with good feeling and drive them to work for the chosen praise word.

To be extremely clear and consistent you can choose a unique word or sound and pair it exclusively with a food reward to help build a stronger drive for reinforcement. This is one reason why many trainers recommend clickers for training.

The clicker is used as a primary reinforcer since it is always paired with food. Even if you accidentally click, you still treat to ensure the clicker is highly reinforcing.

Secondary reinforcers, like praise, are also used once a dog has a good history of reward and is preforming extremely well so that you can fade out the clicker or primary reinforcer. I, for one, tell my dogs they are good and beautiful and the best dogs ever all the time, which is why I specifically do not use the word "good" in training. My primary reinforcer is "yes." Rarely would I say "yes" to a dog in regular every day interactions. I use "rockstar" as my secondary reinforcer, letting my dog know they are on the right track or that a treat will be coming imminently (it's a great way to utilize praise for performance dogs since you are not allowed to treat them during competition).

Hopefully now you understand that words have power and meaning for your dog, just maybe not the meaning you expected. By communicating clearly and consistently with your dog, you can build a stronger relationship and see better training results.

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Forever Jenkins Endowment Campaign ENDOW AN ACRE Preserving a Garden Sanctuary and Living Museum Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens of Devon is one of eastern Pennsylvania's major horticultural and environmental assets. It preserves and nurtures 48 acres of Chester County's rapidly disappearing natural terrain, sited on a ridge above the historic and once agriculturally rich "great valley" with Valley Forge National Historic Park to the northern horizon.

With a tall tree layer and multi-layered shrub understory, the Arboretum provides the community with a tranquil oasis for the enjoyment of all. Further, the Arboretum ensures the integrity and conservation of over 10,000 plants in our living collections with rigorous museum and scientific standards in labeling, mapping, and database recordkeeping.

Fulfilling a Vision Since opening in 1976, the Arboretum has been built on Mr. Jenkins' intention to honor his wife, Elisabeth and celebrate her life.

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ENDOW AN ACRE is the theme of our Forever Jenkins Campaign for Endowment. Endowing an acre will allow each donor to secure the future of this remarkable botanical garden.

The goal of the Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Forever Jenkins Campaign for Endowment is to build the endowment so that it can serve as the Arboretum's major source of financial security in perpetuity. Your gift will help Jenkins achieve that goal.

What part of Jenkins' mission is most important to you?

Preserving a Garden Sanctuary and Living Museum Showcasing Unique Botanical Collections Promoting Environmental Stewardship No matter your choice, this is your opportunity to participate in protecting this treasured community resource for generations to come.

Our Goal Our Goal is to grow our endowment to $20,000,000 by 2020. We have designed a funding concept for ENDOW AN ACRE that will allow everyone to participate in this endowment campaign in a way that is meaningful to that person. The progress of the Forever Jenkins Endowment Campaign will be charted by a map in the lobby that will become greener and greener as acres are endowed and by moveable signage in the gardens measuring the endowment growth with tangible visual markers.

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Donation amount Endowment $500,000 1 acre Progress Map $250,000 .5 acre as of June 2015 $125,000 .25 acre $50,000 4,000 sq.ft. $25,000 2000 sq.ft. $15,000 1225 sq.ft. $10,000 800 sq.ft. $5,000 400 sq.ft. $2,500 200 sq.ft. $1,500 120 sq.ft. $750 50 sq.ft. $500 40 sq.ft. $250 20 sq.ft. $100 8 sq.ft.

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Radnor Polling Locations Yes, this is an "off year/mid-term" election. But it's equally as important for you to vote this November 3rd as it was for you to vote in the 2012 national election.

This is the time when candidates are running more locally and, therefore, have a more direct impact on your daily life. This is an important civic responsibility that you have now that you have turned 18 (or even if you may be a bit older than that). Registration is

handled at the County level and you can find information about voter registration in Delaware County on their website at www.co.delaware.pa.us or you can call Voter Services at 610-891-4659.

Radnor Township's voting district locations are below. If you are not sure which is yours, there are maps of the districts on the Township website at www.radnor.com.

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Wayne Senior Center - 108 Station Road, Wayne

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Wayne Presbyterian Church - 125 E. Lancaster Ave., Wayne

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Radnor High School - 130 King of Prussia Road, Radnor (Front Entrance off King of Prussia Road)

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Radnor Elementary School - 20 Matsonford Road, Radnor

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Radnor Township Municipal Building - 301 Iven Ave., Wayne

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St. Mary's Parish House - Louella Ave. & Lancaster Ave., Wayne

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Ithan Elementary School - 695 Clyde Road, Bryn Mawr

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Rosemont Presbyterian Village - 404 Cheswick Place, Rosemont (Auditorium)

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Barrack Hebrew Academy - 270 Bryn Mawr Ave., Bryn Mawr

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St. Aloysius Gym - 401 S. Bryn Mawr Ave., Bryn Mawr

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Radnor Memorial Library - Windsor Room - 110 W. Wayne Ave., Wayne

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Radnor Activity Center (RAC) at Sulpizio Gym - 125 S. Wayne Ave., Wayne

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Rosemont Plaza - 1062 Lancater Ave., Rosemont

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Radnor United Methodist Church - 930 Conestoga Road, Rosemont (Fellowship Hall)

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Senior Lifestyles: Great Apps for Seniors From games that promote brain fitness to apps that track health information, more seniors are using smart phones, iPads and tablets for more than just email.Ê These devices, and their wide variety of uses can positively impact older adults' lives. The devices are lightweight, their touch screens are easy to use, and font sizes can be adjusted for easier reading.

While some older adults are fearful of the technology, others are embracing it. Imagine having a magnifying glass, a medication tracker and the ability to actual see your relatives as you speak with them, all through your phone. That is what "Apps" enable you to do. There is a huge selection of applications or "Apps," as they are commonly called, that can improve your daily life. Here is a list of a few highly rated free apps to try.

Magnifying Glass with Light Available for: iPhone, iPad, Android Description: Uses the camera function to light and magnify books, magazines and restaurant menus.

Dragon Dictation Available for: iPhone, iPad Description: Voice recognition app that allows

you to dictate your email or text messages and instantly see them before sending. Much easier than typing.

your medications and pills at the right time and day. MedCoach can also connect to your pharmacy to refill your prescriptions.

Lumosity Available for: iPhone, iPad Description: A brain training program consisting of games in the areas of memory, attention, flexibility, speed of processing, and problem solving.

SOSAFE Available for: iPhone, iPad Description: First, you will set up an emergency contact. Then, if you have an emergency and need help, simply hit the SOS button and a message will be sent to your emergency contact, police, fire or ambulance along with your address and location determined using your phone's GPS.

Skype Available for: iPhone, iPad, Android Description: Enables you to talk to your family or friends "face to face."

NPR One Available for: iPhone, iPad, Android Description: An audio app that lets you listen to the top news of the day and stories curated for you through your preferences. You can pause, skip ahead or rewind with a touch of your phone.

MedCoach Available for: iPhone, iPad, Android Description: MedCoach is an easy-to-use medical app that helps you remember to take

These are just a few of the useful and fun tools at your disposal.

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