several other volunteers the Friends of the Aston Free Library was established.

The Friends of the Aston Free Library hosts used book sales during the months of January, May, and September.  They continually stock the “Used Books for Sale” section in the front of the library with book donations from township residents.  Monies gleaned from these activities are used to purchase extra books, shelving, and small furniture items that is needed to make the library a valuable community resource.

The Friends of Aston Free Library are looking for volunteers and fund-raising ideas.  Please contact Madelyn Bush, 610-494-5914, for more information on volunteer opportunities. 

Free Instruction and Study Help (FISH) is a volunteer service offered at Calvary Episcopal Church every Tuesday from 3pm to 6pm.  Former teachers and volunteers offer assistance with homework, tutoring, projects, reinforcement, practice, and review.  Catch some good grades and FISH at Calvary Episcopal Church!  For more information, please contact Ellie at 610-891-0386. 

The General Federation of Woman’s Club is on the move again this month!  The GFWC Aston Fashion Show will be hosted at the Springhaven Club in Wallingford, PA on March 4 at 12 Noon.

GFWC Aston Executive Board meeting will be held at the home of Mary Schlegel on March 20 at 7pm.

And, GFWC Aston will hold their monthly meeting at the Aston Community Center on March 27 at 7pm.  At this meeting, a review of the Veterans’ Garden Memorial Park will be discussed.

For further information, please contact Virginia Burbage at 610-494-7946. 

Aston Senior Citizens’ board of directors will hold their monthly meeting at 9:30am on March 14 at the Aston Community Center.  Anyone wishing to attend should contact Mr. Fran Davis at 610-497-1397 for inclusion on the agenda. 

  Don Mayo, will be performing at the luncheon. 

Have you ever wondered what to do with empty laser printer cartridges?  Our school district has devised a plan to recycle laser printer cartridges through partnership with Staples Office Supply.  Mr. Kevin Siegel, Northley Middle School Environmental Club Advisor reports, “Each discarded empty laser printer cartridge adds approximately three pounds of waste to our landfills.  Industry analysts estimate a spent cartridge can be reused or remanufactured between 3 to 7 times which lessens the amount of cartridges placed into our landfills.  More than 1.1 billion inkjet cartridges are used annually, around the world.  If these cartridges were laid end to end, they would be 129 times as long as the Great Wall of China.  Staples will donate $3 directly to our school for every eligible ink or toner cartridge we collect.  This is money that we will use for school programs and fundraisers.”

Please send cartridges to the attention of Mr. Kevin Siegel, advisor, Environmental Club, at Northley Middle School. 

The Aston Township Community Day committee will be meeting within the next month and is looking for residents who wish to serve on this year’s committee.  If you are interested in participating, please contact Diane Johnson at 610-494-4155. 

Mr. Malcolm’s Dr. Seuss Show will be held at 7pm, on March 1, at the Aston Public Library.  All are welcome to join Mr. Malcolm as he presents:  Cat in the Hat, Horton Hears a Who, Green Eggs and Ham, and One Fish Two Fish. 

Attention World War II Veterans!  This year marks the 60^th anniversary of the end of World War II.  State Representative Stephen Barrar is working with local veterans’ organizations to identify and honor World War II Veterans living in the 160^th legislative district in order to present our veterans with a certificate and commemorative medal from the House of Representatives.  For more information, please contact State Representative Stephen Barrar at his district office at 610-485-7606 or logon to his website at: www.SteveBarrar.com.

Heck-of-a-Good Book Sale will be held on March 10, 11, & 12, at the Granite Run Mall.  A portion of the proceeds will be distributed to a Mississippi library damaged by the hurricanes and a portion will benefit Delaware County’s library youth services.  Hours are:  Friday, March 10, from 10am to 9:30pm; Saturday, March 11, from 10am to 9:30pm; and Sunday, March 12 from 11am to 4pm.  For more information, please contact David Belanger, Delaware County Library System, at 610-891-8622. 

Aston Township Lions Club is accepting donations of used eyeglasses, crutches, wheelchairs, and walkers that are in good shape in order to give to others who are in need.  Please contact Chief Al Fasano at 610-497-2633, for more information on how to donate these items to a worthy cause. 

Every three months, the Board of Health holds meetings at 7pm at the Aston Township Municipal Building.  Upcoming meetings are scheduled for:  March 2; June 6; September 5; and December 5. 

Senior Health & Safety Fair will take place on Saturday, March 11, from 10am to 2pm, at the Upper Chichester Municipal Complex, 8500 Furey Road, Boothwyn, PA.  Free health screenings include blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, vision and dental, and veterans information.  Representatives from Blue Cross, COSA and Horizons Unlimited (APPRISE) will be available to answer questions about the Medicare Prescription Drug Benefits Plan.  Also available are raffle games, prizes, and free giveaways.  Sponsored by State Representative Stephen Barrar in cooperation with Upper Chichester Township, COSA, and Horizons Unlimited (APPRISE).  For more information, please contact State Representative Barrar’s office at 610-485-7606. 

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