Coopertown Scoop Spring 2016 - Coopertown Civic Association

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SPRING 2016
COOPERTOWN SCOOP
WHERE NEIGHBORS HELP NEIGHBORS
IN THIS ISSUE
LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENTS
• Letter from CCA CoPresidents
Happy Spring! This is our favorite time of year in Coopertown. The
trees are in bloom, flowers have come up, neighbors have emerged
and are outside, kids are playing in the backyard; the food from
grills wafts through the yards. After our long winters, even if this
one wasn’t as unpleasant as the previous years, it’s so inviting to see
everyone out and about. The nice weather brings out the best in all
of us. So get the grills fired up, invite neighbors over for a libation or
two, and enjoy this fun season!
• CCA Board News
• New Scoop Editor
• New Section:
Neighbor’s Corner
Events:
• May 14th:
Neighborhood Yard
Sale
• May 14th: CSC Block
Party
• May 15th: Highland
Fling at Coopertown
Elementary
• May 16th: CCA Open
Board Meeting (168
Morlyn Ave)
• June 29th:
Coopertown July 4th
Celebration
We want to give an update on what our current board has been
working on to improve the CCA. We have been diligently working
on Bylaws, reinstating our non-profit status and acquiring insurance
for our TBall program and also paying back taxes going back to
2008. We are just about there! While we are working on these
important items, we are still maintaining our traditional events in the
neighborhood, such as TBall, Adult Social, Egg Hunt, Luminary
Night, Block Party, Fourth of July party and of course, The Scoop.
Your CCA is strong and healthy and continues to grow thanks to
your continued effort.
Our next Open Meeting will be on Monday, May 16th at 7:30pm at
168 Morlyn Avenue. Come join us and share ideas and thoughts
and jump onboard a committee!
Wishing everyone all the best, Jen and Sierra
CCA BOARD NEWS
The Annual Budget was voted on in the Open Meeting held February
23rd.
The Approved 2016 budget can be viewed online on
coopertowncivicassociation.org .
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NEW SCOOP EDITOR
COOPERTOWN YOUTH BASEBALL OPENING
I am happy to be the new editor of the
Coopertown Scoop. I, along with my husband
Matt and five year old daughter, Francey, moved
to 211 Morlyn in September 2012 from center
city.
We are becoming more active in the
neighborhood, and we can often be found
playing in the Morlyn Ave circle, grilling dinner
outdoors, and we are getting ready for our
daughter to begin kindergarten at Coopertown
this fall.
We are excited about the 22nd season of
Coopertown Youth Baseball League. Opening
day was on April 11th and the season will run
through June 7th. Thank you to all of the
sponsors including: Andy Lewis, Hoopty's
Pizza, Foote Orthotics, West Hill School, Nolan
Painting, Active Image Media, Saul Ewing LLP,
Gullifty's, Amy Shoumer DMD, Long & Foster
Real Estate, Wilson Legal Solutions and Re/Max.
Thank you also to all of our coaches who are
dedicating their time to the kids. And thanks to
our commissioners Jen Carr, Sierra Murphy, and
Brian Milewski.
I am learning the Scoop ropes, and as I go along,
I welcome your input, comments, and
suggestions. I am easily reached by email at
jwoldincca@gmail.com.
Sincerely, Julie
SCOOP HOUSEKEEPING
If you receive a paper version of the Scoop
because you submitted a request long ago, and
you are now in a position to receive it
electronically, please let me know asap. We
would like to eliminate the printing fees and
streamline delivery.
News Submission deadline. if you would like to
include something in the Summer Scoop, please
submit to me by July 1.
If you are looking forward to catching a few
games, please check www.coopertowntball.com
THANK YOU!!
Winter Social Thanks! The winter adult social
held on February 26th at Millridge was a
rousing success and tons of fun. Thank you to
Erin Tyrell and team for a great party. The
space was welcoming, the treats brought by all
our neighbors were fabulous, and the music
and karaoke by D.J. Jim Daly were lively.
Easter Egg Hunt Thanks! Thank you to
Nanette Fridley, her family and the Easter
Bunny who graciously hopped down the bunny
trail to join the children for the egg hunt.
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EVENTS!
SPRING 2016
May 14: Spring Yard Sale!!! 8 a.m - 2 p.m.
Start sorting through your garage, attic, clean out
the basement.
The more houses we have to
participate in the sale, the more customers we
attract. Jen Carr is going to head up the yard sale.
Email her at jen.carr@gmail.com to get your house
on the list of yard sellers.
May 14: Coopertown Service Corps (CSC) Spring Into Action Block Party, 4:00 p.m. (Deer Road
from Clemson to Stockton). CSC is hosting a block party to catch up with neighbors, grill burgers &
dogs, as well as play games and crafts with the kids. Jim Daly will DJ and set up karaoke. CSC is
coordinating a service project for Easter Delaware County Life Center, a 50-bed shelter for men and
women in Upper Darby. Our goal is to put together brown bag lunches and toiletry bags. Most of
the items needed for our service project can be purchased at Dollar Tree or another discount store.
Please go to Coopertown Service Corps Facebook Page to sign up to make a donation for the brown
bag lunches or toiletry bags. The center could always use gently used linens or towels, if you have any
to spare. Contact Jan with any questions 484 437 5110 . CSC is looking forward to seeing you on the
14th, under sunny skies!
May 15:
Highland Fling at Coopertown Elementary (2:00 – 6:00
p.m. Rain or Shine) You’re invited! Please join the entire Coopertown
community at the 56th Annual Highland Fling,
Coopertown
Elementary School’s spring fair. There will be moon bounces, carnival
type games, raffles, face painters, crafts for kids of all ages and a silent
auction for the adults. There will also be food vendors, live music and a
1-mile run to kick off the Fling! You do not have to have children at
Coopertown Elementary School to attend.
All proceeds benefit the Coopertown PTO. A specific goal of this year’s fundraising efforts is to
purchase new playground equipment that is inclusive and accessible to children of all ages and
abilities. If you have any questions about the Fling, please contact Yally Foster at yaelezra@gmail.com
June 29: Save the date!!! The July 4th Celebration will take place on Wednesday, June 29th. We will
have a parade with bike decorating, a cookout at Coopertown Elementary complete with music and
games. Please email jen.carr@gmail.com asap to volunteer to head this super fun evening and be part
of the July 4th team!!
October: Be On the lookout for a date for the Harvest Moon Celebration. Julie Woldin will be
heading up this event, building on the excellent momentum of years past. We need volunteers! Email
me jwoldincca@gmail.com.
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NEIGHBOR’S CORNER
New for you!
We have a new section: Neighbors’ Corner – a spot where we welcome our
newcomers, and we highlight the excellent achievements of our kids and neighbors. If someone
in your house has done something awesome and you want to give them a public shout out, let me
know! And, there is a handy new listed section - Volunteer Opportunities – here, you will easily
find the areas where your neighborhood needs you. Our events are as successful as the energy we
have driving them. We would love to have you be part of the team.
WELCOME NEW NEIGHBORS
BABYSITTERS AND HANDY HELPERS
Say Hello to Dan and Pamela Meenan at 125
Caitlin Maguire (21)
Lee Circle 610-457-3523
maguire.caitlin@gmail.com
Rodney Circle with their daughter Charlotte (15
months), dog Buster, and cat Siena.
NEIGHBOR SPOTLIGHT
New!
Send me your good news, kid
highlights, birth announcements, etc!!!
Julie Scanlon (17)
Clemson Road
610-520-7172
Sophia Haub (14)
Bambi Lane
610-525-2350
The Schaffers on Morlyn welcomed a new
golden retriever puppy, Scully, a few weeks ago.
He is awesome and fluffy.
Kelly Rose Baffa (17)
Rodney Circle
484-343-0226
kbaffa@merionmercy.com
Bridget McCabe (15)
Meadows Lane
610-520-9454
Olivia (14) & Quinn
(12) Hawley
Lee Circle
610-520-7898
Have changes/additions to this list?
Email Me!!
Date
Now
Now
June 29th
October 15th
December
Event/Position
Social Media Mgr
Street Reps*
July 4th, Chair
Harvest Festival, Team
Luminary Night, Chair
Contact Email
sierra.murphy@coopertowncivicassociation.org
Michael.cosgrave@gmail.com
jen.carr@gmail.com
jwoldincca@gmail.com
madistef@gmail.com
*Fawn, Landover, Barrister, Highland, Scarlet Oaks, Shannon Circle
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