July 2023 Issue

There is no better month than July to introduce you to our Resident Feature Family, the Staurowskys: Merrie, Bill, Mia, Ethan and Eric. On the Fourth of July and the months prior, you’ll find any one of the Staurowskys working tirelessly to get the Marple Newtown Fourth of July Parade ready for thousands of spectators.

Everyone enjoys spending time with friends and family at summertime activities. We look forward to meeting new people there too, some we may already know, but only to see them, and others who we are still getting to know. It’s social. And as social beings we’re naturally drawn to activities that are Bringing People Together.

Installing a new door on the exterior or interior of your home requires experience, patience,…

Over the years, we have featured many of our friends and neighbors who are making a difference and impacting our community and beyond. From award-winning authors to record-setting marathon runners, we are surrounded by many talented individuals who are proud to say it all began right here in our backyard.

For aging adults, living with independence and being engaged members of society is of the utmost importance. Aging in place can provide a positive quality of life and self-esteem, but to do so, older adults need a support system, especially those who may not have family nearby.

The July Casey’s Public House Student of the Month is Mackenzie Duffy, who is a rising Senior at Villa Maria Academy, and received a Certificate of Achievement and a $25 gift card from Casey’s Public House, our Sponsor of this program. 

Dressed in poodle skirts and leather jackets, individuals from The Communities of Don Guanella and Divine Providence Village (DGDP) danced the night away at their Spring Formal last month.

As a rule, most faucets require very little maintenance, so it’s easy to keep those fixtures working correctly for a long time. Eventually however, every faucet gets to a point where it needs to be repaired or replaced.

Newtown Square and Marple residents are all too familiar with extreme year-round temperatures ranging from below freezing during the winter to excessive heat and humidity in late spring and summer.

Summer is the best time for homeowners to have their gas fireplaces serviced. Why? So you can beat the line!

Travel plans are underway for the summer, however keep in mind that each state has its own set of rules and laws. Check out your destination’s laws before traveling.

The restoration of the outdoor centerpiece of the home for family and friends makes a huge difference in healthy/happy living.

Did you know that July is Vehicle Theft Prevention Month? The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) designates this month as National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month every year, reminding us of the importance of protecting our vehicles from theft.

There is an excellent 1986 book on “The First One Hundred Years … Township of Marple.” It is in our library, and you can find copies for sale online. The book looks at Marple in the period from 1684-1784.