31st ANNUAL CANAL DAYSunday, June 30, 2013

Enjoy your day along the beautiful and serene Schuylkill Canal in Upper Providence Township. The Schuylkill Canal Association (SCA) hopes you become a part of the history being made by joining in the fun and excitement of Canal Day 2013, but more importantly, the SCA would like you to leave today with a sense of how valuable this unique and historic resource is to your community. We invite you to get involved and join us as we continue in our stewardship of the Schuylkill Canal Park for its history, heritage and recreation that many take pleasure in.

Proudly sponsored by: Exelon Power, Phoenixville Federal Bank & Trust and many more listed inside.

Exelon Power isproud to support the Schuylkill Canal Association’s 31st Annual Canal Day.

Exelon supports organizations and initiatives that enhance biodiversity and protect and improve the environment. Our efforts focus on promoting environmental education, conservation and preservation, developing cleaner sources of energy, protecting endangered species and beautifying neighborhoods.

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116WELCOME TO THE 31ST ANNUAL CANAL DAY

Today, we are celebrating 31 years of preservation and stewardship of the Schuylkill Canal and the three-mile area known as the Schuylkill Canal Park.

Thirty one years ago, a small group of passionate and determined volunteers set out to preserve the canal, recreate a 19th-century industrial history showcase highlighting the importance to our region’s economic development, and create an outdoor recreational resource. Over the years, countless volunteers for the Schuylkill Canal Association (SCA) have continued on this mission. The SCA’s current group of dedicated volunteers have joined together this year to present the 31st annual Canal Day for all to enjoy. These individuals have the same passion, perserverence and determination as those before them. The SCA’s ongoing efforts to preserve and maintain the canal area and continue in its stewardship could not happen without their help.

The Schuylkill Canal Park, owned by Montgomery County, is a special place. Visitors enjoy the natural beauty of the park, its woodlands, trails and waterways, all while learning of the history and heritage of the Schuylkill Navigation System. If you use the park to fish, boat, walk, run, hike or walk your dog, you benefit from the hard work of SCA volunteers—including Montgomery County Parks & Heritage Services.

Canal Day is the SCA’s biggest annual fundraiser, and the money generated at this event helps fund the SCA’s important work. Exelon Generation and Phoenixville Federal Bank & Trust are once again the main sponsors of this year’s celebration. The SCA is thankful for their support, as well as the support of our other sponsors, listed on page 11 of this program. Their generous donations are an investment in this community, as they help make this day full of family-oriented fun along the Schuylkill Canal possible. Please visit their establishments and thank them, so they know their support is appreciated.

Support the SCA by becoming a part of the stewardship and preservation of the canal as a member and/or volunteer. You’ll find a membership form on page 7; if you become a member at today’s event, you’ll get $5 worth of raffle tickets—that’s six chances at winning a prize (see page 11 for a list of possible prizes).

To all our volunteers and guests today: thank you for your support. Enjoy this year’s Canal Day!

Gary Drennen, SCA President

http://www.philarockgym.com

The Schuylkill Canal Association (SCA) thanks the Philadelphia Rock Gym (PRG) for their continued support of the SCA’s efforts in preservation and stewardship of the Schuylkill Canal. Through PRG’s sponsorship of the Banff Mountain Film Festival, a premier outdoor enthusiasts’ event held in the greater Phoenixville area the first weekend of March each year, the SCA receives a generous donation from the proceeds of the festival as the non-profit beneficiary. In addition, PRG supports Canal Day each year by providing gift certificates and retail items that are used as prizes for the various competitive activities and for the Brown Bag Raffle held throughout the day. The SCA greatly appreciates the strong partnership formed with the Philadelphia Rock Gym and we are thankful for the support which provides much-needed funds to the Association.

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Phoenixville Federal Bank & Trust is a champion for the community, its people and the environment. Whether through our staff’s involvement or event sponsorship, we are investing our time, talents and treasures in your neighborhood.

Phoenixville • Collegeville • Royersford • Pikeland • Limerick

Serving our Community for

Over 100 years.

Proud sponsors of theSchuylkill Canal Association Canal Day

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610-933-1000

Flower Arrangements for Any Occasion

Bonnie Brzoska610-935-3617

314Canal Day – SCHEDULE OF EVENTS – June 30, 2013Time Event Location*

9am - 10:30am (Regis. 8am at St. Mike’s)

Schuylkill River Trail Run/Denny Porrini Memorial Run Lock 60

9am - 11am Breakfast Lock 60

9am - 12pm (Regis. 9am) Fishing Derby (Sponsored by French Creek Outfitters) Lock 60

9am - 4pm Flea Market St. Michael’s Park

9am - 4pm Craft Show St. Michael’s Park

9am - 4pm Business Expo Lock 60/Hydro plant

10am - 3pm Horseshoe Tournament St. Michael’s Park

10am - 3pm Brown Bag Raffle Lock 60

11am, 1pm & 2:30pmLock Opening (Last opening at the beginning of the canal joust, signaling the start of the event!)

Lock 60

11am - 12pm (Regis. 10am) 5-Miler Water Trail Canoe/Kayak Race Lock 60 - River access

11am - 3pm K-9 Rescue Demo Lock 60

11am - 3pm Herb Garden Display Lock 60

11am - 3pm Old Canal Days Songs & Stories Lock 60

11am - 3pm Dr. Kelly’s Medicine Show Lock 60

11am - 4pm Canoe/Kayak Demo Lock 60 - River access

11am - 4pm Art Show & Gallery Locktender’s House

11am - 4pm Kid’s Crafts/Face Painting Lock 60 - Picnic Grove

11am - 3pm Caricature Drawing Locktender’s House

11am - 4 pm Food Sales Lock 60 & St. Michael’s Park

11am - 4pm Locktender House - Open House Locktender’s House

11am - 4pm Trampoline/Orbitron/Monster Truck Bounce/Jacob’s Ladder Bounce St. Michael’s Park

11:15am - 12:15pm Phoenix Karate Demo St. Michael’s Park

11:45am - 3:30pm Music Lock 60 - Picnic Grove

12:30pm - 1pm Kids Yoga Demonstration St. Michael’s Park

1pm - 4pm Phoenixville Spinners Locktender’s House

3pm - 4pm (Regis. 2pm) Canal Joust Lock 60 - Canal

3pm - 4pm Mont Clare Fire Co Demo/Water Spray Lock 60

*See map in center of program for event locations

Dave Williams 610-213-6255 • dave_williams1@verizon.net

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daleystoneandconcrete@gmail.com

P.O. Box 628Oaks, PA 19456-0628Phone: (610) 666-7960Fax: (610) 666-7963

www.partners-press.com

270 Schuylkill Road, Shoppes at Valley ForgePhoenixville, PA 19460

(610) 933-7200 610-326-22052135 E. High Street, Pottstown www.salontwentytwo.com

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THE MUSIC STAGE – Lock 60 Picnic Grove

11:45 AM – 12:45 PM Echo

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Christine & Company

2:15 PM – 3:30 PM Holt 45

THE PERFORMANCE STAGE – St. Michael’s Pavillion

11:15 AM – 12:15 PM Phoenix Karate

12:30 PM – 1:00 PM Kids Yoga

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM The Lux

2:15 PM – 3:15 PM The Blue Plate Specials

FOOD VENDORS

Amy’s Creative Cakes – Cupcakes, cookies, whoopi pies & beverages

M & N Funnel Cake – Funnel cake, french fries & beverages

Otterbein United Methodist Church – Sloppy joes, hot dogs, hamburgers, chips & beverages at St. Michael’s Park kitchen

Petrucci’s – Ice cream, water ice, pretzels, cotton candy & beverages

Phamous Phil’s BBQ – BBQ pork, coleslaw & beverages

SCA – Continental breakfast, hot dogs, beverages, assorted snacks at Lock 6026 Main Street, Phoenixville • 610-933-1781

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CREMATION SERVICES, INC.

Serving All Faiths

Pre-Planning and Counseling Services Available

GEORGE MICHAEL T. GATCHA, SUP.J. RICHARD ROSMOS, F.D.

Continuous Family Service since 1928

517 South Main StreetPhoenixville

610-933-301224 Hour Service Available

Off-street Parking • Handicapped Accessible

SCA says “THANKS” to our many sponsors:

Canal Day Brown Bag Raffle

The Schuylkill Canal Association thanks our local business community for their support in providing gift certificates and gift items to be included in our annual Canal Day “Brown Bag” Raffle. Tickets will be available for the low price of $1.00 each or 6 for $5.00 that you can put in the brown bag associated with each prize. If your ticket is selected, you will be the lucky winner of one of the following*:

Best Friends $20 gift certificateColonial Theater Two movie ticketsEllie’s Choice Metallic wind spinnerGrace Tattoo $25 gift certificateJaworski’s Music Centre, Inc. Two music lessons

* Be sure to stop by the raffle table to find out about other prizes that were submitted after the printing of the program.

Become a member of the SCA today and get $5 worth of raffle tickets for free!

That’s 6 chances at winning a raffle prize. See page 7 for Membership Application.

Canal Day Sponsors

• Exelon Generation• Phoenixville Federal Bank & Trust• Fitzwater Station Restaurant• Sila Heating and Air Conditioning• Black Diamond Outdoor Sports

Equipment

• La Sportiva Outdoor Sports Apparel• French Creek Outfitters• Philadelphia Rock Gym• Phoenix Village Art Center• Partners Press, Inc.• Devlin-Rosmos-Kepp Funeral Home

In-Kind Donations

• Backbone Media• Eastern Mountain Sports• Ellie’s Choice• Flower Arrangements by Bonnie

• Jaworski’s Music Centre, Inc.• St. Michael of the Archangel Byzantine

Catholic Church• Upper Providence Township

Thank You!

10Become a member of the

Schuylkill Canal Association

The Schuylkill Canal Association is a non-profit organization established by area volunteers to preserve, maintain and restore Oakes Reach. It is one of only two remaining watered sections of the Schuylkill Navigation constructed along the river in the early 19th century. And it is the only one that has a fully operational lock within the entire Schuylkill River Valley. The SCA depends on the support and generosity of its local community to maintain the area. We welcome new members and are always looking for a helping hand to maintain and operate this beautiful park.

I wish to become a member of the Schuylkill Canal Association to support the ongoing operation and maintenance of the canal area as a historic and recreational

community asset.

Friend/Individual: $25 ____ Mule tender: $30 ____

Locktender/Family: $50 ____ Boat Captain: $100____

Other/Additional Contribution: __________

Name ____________________________________________

Address __________________________________________

Phone _________________________________

Email: _________________________________

All contributions are tax-deductible. Check may be made out to SCA, Inc.Mail to P.O. Box 966, Oaks, PA 19456

A copy of the SCA’s official registration and financial information may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State

by calling toll-free within Pennsylvania, 1-800-732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement.

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JOIN SCA

TODAY

and get $5 worth

of raffle tickets for

FREE

Many thanks again this year to Jay and Carol Renninger for their generous donation of the beautiful hanging baskets on the porch of the

Locktender’s House

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THANK YOU to all the volunteers who have helped with putting this celebration together. You are the backbone of the Association and all your efforts, time and expertise are greatly appreciated.

31st Annual CANAL DAY - Sunday, JUNE 30, 2013

Schuylkill River

Schuylkill Canal Lock 60

Schuylkill Canal Association 2013

Kayak/Canoe Race 11amKayak/Canoe Demos

10am-4pmRestroomEMS

Fr Creek Outfitters

ShuttlePickup/Dropoff

Old Canal DaysSongs & Stories

11-3

Dr Kelly’s Medicine Show

11am-3pm

Music

11:45-3:30

Business Expo: 9am-4pm

Great Valley Nat Ctr: 11am-3pm

REGISTRATION TENT:Food and Event

Registration:Fishing Derby 9am-12pmCanoe/Kayak Race 11am

Canal Joust 3pm

Restrooms

Cottage

K-9 Rescue11am-3pm

Mont Clare Fire Co

Herb Garden

11am-3pm

Membership Brown Bag

Raffle 10am-3pm

Caricatures11-3

Locktender’sHouse

Art ShowPhoenix Spinners

11am-4pm

To Canal Day events and attractionsTo St. Mike’s, Parking

Joust 3pm

LOCK OPENINGS:11am, 1pm, 2:30pm**immediately before joust

ST. MIKE’S PARKTrail Run Park & Reg: 8am

Flea Market: 9-4Food, Crafters 9-4

HorseshoeTourn. 10-3Phoenix Karate 11:15-12:15

Kids Yoga 12:30-1Music 1-3:15

Trail Run 9am

Trampoline/Orbitron/

Monster TrkBounce

Food court

Kids Crafts/Games/Face Painting:11am-4pm