Township Events for 3/27 Weekly Update
Rep. Napoleon Nelson March 27, 2026
Church Road and Greenwood Avenue Improvement Project
Traffic Alert and Multiple Road Closures: PennDOT and Cheltenham Township have notified our office construction has begun and will last through July 2nd, 2026. SIGNIFICANT delays are to be expected:
- Wednesday, October 15th, through Thursday, July 2nd, 2026, westbound Route 73 (Church Road) will be closed and detoured 24/7 between Rices Mill Road and the Curtis Arboretum entrance. During the closure, motorists will be directed to Washington Lane, Route 309 (Cheltenham Avenue), Ogontz Avenue, and Easton Road.
- Wednesday, October 15th, through Thursday, July 2nd, 2026, southbound Greenwood Avenue will be closed and detoured 24/7 between Spruce Lane and Barker Road. During the closure, motorists will be directed to use Township Line Road, Washington Lane, Route 309 (Cheltenham Avenue) and Ogontz Avenue.
Access to residences and businesses will be maintained at all times, including Hillcrest Center, Reconstructionist Rabbinical College, and Curtis Arboretum. Motorists are advised to allow EXTRA time when traveling near work areas, delays WILL occur. All activities are weather dependent.
For more information and updates on the project, click here.
You can check up-to-date conditions on roadways by visiting www.511pa.com, and/or subscribe to the District 6 newsletter: www.penndot.pa.gov/District6.
Waverly Bridge Replacement Project
Waverly Bridge Replacement Project ROAD CLOSURE
A full closure of E. Waverly Road between S. Keswick Ave and Rices Mill Road started Friday, February 13 for the replacement of Montgomery County Bridge 275 over the Tookany Creek, adjacent to Glenside Memorial Hall. A full detour will be implemented using S. Keswick Avenue and E. Glenside Avenue.
The bridge will be closed to all vehicles, but pedestrian access to Glenside Hall will be maintained through the completion of the project.
Additional details regarding the project site and detour are available on the County's project website. The project is expected to be completed in April 2028.
https://www.cheltenhamtownship.org/newsview.aspx?nid=6346#gsc.tab=0
Roadwork and Utility Update: Kehoe Trench Restoration
PECO Trench Restoration Work - Kehoe Construction
Starting Monday, February 2, Kehoe Construction will be performing trench restoration at the below locations, weather-permitting. Work hours will be 7:30am-4pm.
- Foxcroft Rd from Old York Rd to Township Line Rd
- Shoemaker Rd from Upland Rd to High School Rd
- Upland Rd from Shoemaker Rd to High School Rd
- Westview Rd from Cadwalader Ave to High School Rd
Cheltenham Township Only TransNet Service
Available Monday-Friday from 9AM to 3:30PM
Cheltenham Township, in cooperation with the Montgomery County Office of Aging and Adult Services, underwrites free transportation for residents ages 65 and older anywhere in the Township on Mondays through Fridays from 9a.m. to 3:30p.m.
In this “Cheltenham-only” service, Suburban Transit Network, Inc. (TransNet) transports riders curb-to-curb to any destination within Cheltenham Township boundaries, plus The Pavilion shopping center in Abington and the Jenkintown-Wyncote Train Station.
- Riders must be registered with TransNet.
- Visit TransNet or call 215-542-7433 to receive a registration form.
- For more program guidelines, click here.
Cheltenham Celebrates America 250
At a December 10, 2025, Public Affairs Committee meeting, Parks and Recreation Director Bill Salvatore announced the Township’s lineup of monthly events for Cheltenham’s America 250 celebration, marking the nation’s semi-quincentennial.
The yearlong series highlights Cheltenham’s history, architecture, and parks through community events. Attendees can collect special commemorative coins for a Cheltenham Celebrates America 250 passport coin book.
To get involved or sponsor an event, contact Parks and Recreation at 215-887-1000 ext. 226 or by email.
Cheltenham School District is Hiring!!
Ready to make a difference? Join the Cheltenham School District family!
They’re hiring a variety of role-teachers, aides, custodians, and more.
If you’re passionate about education and community, they want to hear from you!
Apply today here under the employment tab.
Welcome to March Madness: Author Edition! 
Vote for your favorite authors each week in March; either in-person at your Cheltenham Township Library System Libraries or on Instagram. You pick the winner!
Results will be released each Monday, so stay tuned to see which of your faves advance!
Assessing Watershed Health TOMORROW!
The Tookany/Tacony Frankford Watershed Partnership is partnering with local artist Rebecca Schultz on Saturday, March 28th, 10:00 am to 12:30 pm for a multi-part educational program using arts and community science to learn about our watershed!
This workshop will begin at High School Park (Montgomery Ave. and High School Rd.
Elkins Park), where participants will learn about key indicators of watershed health and conduct some sampling/monitoring activities at Tookany Creek. The workshop will then move to the Elkins Park Free Library (a 10-minute walk or 2-minute drive) to create mixed media artworks inspired by the data they collected. Families and all ages are welcome! REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Climate Circle Cafe
Grab a drink and a baked treat, then join your neighbors for a relaxed conversation about climate change, what it means for us and what we can do right now to make a difference.
This month’s special guest is Rob Fleming—award-winning educator, author, speaker, and sustainability advocate. With over 30 years of experience, he’s helped thousands explore powerful ideas around sustainability, resilience, and a vital new concept: survivability.
Rob will share how the design community is driving climate action through three bold approaches:
- Green Design – reducing climate impact
- Red Design – adapting to change
- Blue Design – restoring and regenerating systems
Elkins Park Free Library, Monday, March 30 @ 7:00 p.m.
Registration required at cheltenhamlibraries.org
Bad Art Night with Tea
Need to relax and take a break from school, studying, and stress?
Drop in to our Bad Art Night program, where our teen librarian will give prompts for you to draw, paint, or sculpt in the worst way possible. There is no “right” or “good” way to make art in this program, so create your masterpieces however you want! 
They will also supply fun teas for you to enjoy on Thursday, April 2 from 5:00 to 6:00 pm at the Glenside Library 
For Ages 13-18.
Registration required.
SAVE THE DATE: Fight Blight Township Cleanup Day
Registration form now live. Clean streets show we care about our community. Join the Township for an Earth Month Clean-Up Day on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 10 a.m. –12 a.m.!
You can sign-up for a cleanup spot or choose your own block or park. (Supplies and staff will be at Township locations only.) Public Works will pick up all collected trash at the end.
What to do:
Pick up litter, sweep sidewalks, and pull weeds (discard separately for debris collections). Recycle when you can.
Sign up: Please fill out the form so we can plan supplies. Complete the registration form to help us plan for supplies.
Stay safe:
- Wear bright clothes and close-toe shoes
- Stay on sidewalks
Volunteers can share photos on social media using #fightblightCheltenham #keepCheltenhambeautiful or email the township.
For questions, contact Public Works Administration, Myrna Alvarez.
Jenkintown Receives Bird Town Gold Certification Status
Bird Town Pennsylvania, run by the Pennsylvania Audubon Council, has been awarded Jenkintown Borough Gold Certification for its work helping birds and nature.
Each year, communities are scored on projects that involve residents, schools, and local leaders while improving habitats. Jenkintown earned Gold by completing all five focus areas and scoring over 25 points.
There are 102 Bird Towns in Pennsylvania. The program is not a competition—it helps communities do more for nature.
Bird Towns also teach people about birds and support native plants, creating healthier spaces for wildlife and people.
March into Spring Cleaning Drive
Jenkintown Cupboard is so grateful for all their supporters! Every donation no matter the size is appreciated and makes a difference!
They're turning their Wish List to household cleaning supplies as they happily anticipate spring.
For those who prefer to donate food, they always need non-perishables to help keep their shelves stocked.
Jenkintown Food Cupboard.
Yarn & Yarn at the Jenkintown Library
The Jenkintown Library is hosting another Yarn & Yarn on Saturday, March 28th at 3pm! They encourage you to bring your current craft project and your favorite book (or current read) to discuss with attendees.
This is a great way to get and share book recommendations while making progress on your projects!
Crafters, feel free to bring non-book recommendations such as knitting patterns! 
Shelf Discovery at the Jenkintown Library
Attention, Readers!
If you’re anything like librarians, you have an ever-growing To-Be-Read (TBR) list and love finding new titles to add to it. Or maybe you don’t have an extensive TBR and aren’t sure what to read next.
Either way, you are invited to join the librarians on Tuesday, March 31st, at 6pm for a Shelf Discovery Event, where they’ll preview upcoming April releases.
They also invite you to come prepared with a few titles on your TBR that can be discussed as a group—they’ll help you decide what to read next
New Library Hours
Please note that there are new Jenkintown Library hours!
The Jenkintown Library will no longer be open on Sundays and will have shortened hours for the rest of the week.
These changes will go into effect on April 1, 2026.
See the new hours below!
Monday - Saturday: 11 AM - 6 PM
Sunday: Closed
FREE Tax Help with Risers and Thrivers- More Hours!
Exciting news, Risers & Thrivers!
Starting March 2nd, they are offering evening hours and extended Saturday hours to better serve you this tax season.
JENKINTOWN LIBRARY
Daytime Hours
• Monday: 11 AM – 5 PM
• Wednesday: 11 AM – 5 PM
• Friday: 11 AM – 3 PM
EVENING HOURS
610 Old York Road, Suite 400
(Same building as Outback Steakhouse)
• Monday: 6 PM – 9 PM
• Tuesday: 6 PM – 9 PM
• Wednesday: 6 PM – 9 PM
• Thursday: 6 PM – 9 PM
EXTENDED SATURDAY HOURS
610 Old York Road, Suite 400
• Saturday: 9 AM – 3 PM
Questions? Call 267-518-0410.
Free Mulch Pile in Springfield Township
The Township's mulch pile is ready for your gardens! The compost site is full of garden-ready mulch. Springfield Township provides free mulch to all residents. Bring your buckets and shovels and take what you can carry!
For more details, please visit the Township's website.
Leaf Waste Collection Resumes
2026 Residential Curbside Leaf Collection Program resumed February 24th and will run through mid-December. 
For more information about this program visit the Township's website.
PA MEDI Counseling at the Springfield Library
For people on Medicare or approaching Medicare eligibility, counselors are offering free Medicare counseling at the library on Tuesdays 1-4p.m.
If you would like Medicare counseling, you MUST make an appointment. Please call the library at 215-836-5300 or email flspublic@mclinc.org.
Reading Buddies at the Springfield Library
Children in grades K to 5 can help build reading skills and confidence by reading one-on-one with a teen mentor at the library! Registration is required. Sign up for a 30-minute time slot and read with one of our teen volunteers.
Please note this is not a tutoring program to teach children how to read; this program is for reading practice and mentorship. Available dates and times below.
Registration is required. Please call the library at 215-836-5300 or stop in to sign up.
For more information and dates and times, click here.
Curious About Reiki at the Springfield Library
Come on in or call to register at 215-836-5300 for Curious About Reiki tomorrow, Saturday, March 28th, from 1-2:30p.m. Explore the healing power of Reiki. Whether you’re new to Reiki or looking to deepen your practice, this class will guide you in getting started with Reiki’s healing energy to cultivate peace in your everyday life.
Imperial March Madness at the Springfield Library
Drop in for a Star Wars Event on Monday, March 30th at 2 - 5 p.m. to play games, make crafts, and do fun STEM activities! Suggested for ages 4 & up.
On a Mission: The History of US Women Astronauts with Smithsonian Curator Emerita Valerie Neal
Join the Springfield Township Library for an exhilarating journey through the history of US women astronauts with Valerie Neal, emerita curator from the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum and expert on human spaceflight. Thursday, April 2nd at 2 PM via live stream in partnership with the Free Library of Springfield Township.
Register here and ask questions of the author.
SAVE THE DATE- STEM Night: Exploring DNA
Learn about DNA and complete an experiment to extract it from a strawberry!
Other hands-on activities will include decoding games and DNA model building.
Registration is required as supplies are limited. For ages 8 to 11, on Tuesday, April 14th at 6:30p.m.