At Philadelphia Sikh Society: 6706 Garden Court Road, Millbourne, PA 19082
Flu Shots: Tuesday, Sept 15, 10 am – 4 pm
The flu clinic is for any Delaware County resident age 3 years of age and older.
COVID-19 Testing: Wednesday, Sept. 16, 10 am – 4 pm; Thursday, Sept. 17, 10 am – 4 pm
The COVID-19 testing is available for individuals who live or work in Delaware County, that have COVID-19 symptoms or have been exposed to COVD-19 or are critical/essential workers.
State Rep. Joanna McClinton is hosting a Back-to-School Resource Fair for residents of Yeadon and Darby on Thursday, September 10. The free, drive-through event takes place 4 to 6 pm at Darby Recreation Center, 1022 Ridge Avenue, Darby PA 19023.
Strong African American Families (SAAF) is an interactive and educational program designed to strengthen positive family interactions. SAAF offers a unique approach for youth and family caregivers to build family strength, enhance family and racial pride, and understand risk and protective factors for African-American youth in reducing risky behavior, including alcohol and drug abuse.
The seven-week program takes place online via Zoom and begins September 23 from 5:00 PM to 6:45 PM, with subsequent sessions weekly through November 4.
The Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired is offering FREE eye screenings for children in Delaware County age 2 through 6. Parents or Legal Guardians can call Candy Bantum at 610-874-1476 Ext 125 to schedule an appointment to come to the Center for the Blind and Visually impaired to have their child’s vision screening done.
Health Partners Foundation and gave away 10,000 pounds of fresh groceries and produce during a Fresh Food for Families Free Food Distribution Event held in the Church Lane municipal lot on July 29. Yeadon Mayor Rohan Hepkins and Representative Joanna McClinton were among those participating.
William Penn School District students in grades 7-12 will have the opportunity to participate in an Empowerment Experience virtual program to address feelings around race relations and social injustice and how students are impacted.
The Empowerment Experience, entitled “Forward Focused: Better Together,” consists of three 90-minute interactive virtual experiences offering a safe space and opportunity for students to honestly process and express their feeling and to be provided with the tools to allow for reconciliation and to become positive change agents in the community.
There is no cost to William Penn School District students, but registration is required and students must commit to attending all three sessions. The first series of sessions are scheduled for September 9, September 16, and September 23. The sessions will be provided by The Potts Group, LLC. Interested students may go to the district website to register or contact their guidance counselor.
Our country is at a crossroads as it relates to race and equality. It is imperative that we do not ignore that our students are being impacted and need a safe space and opportunity to achieve the following objectives:
• Honestly process and express their feelings.
• Get equipped with tools for reconciliation.
• Ignite the mental muscle to be positive change agents in the community.
Your vote is needed, your vote is important, your vote will make a difference!
The voter registration DEADLINE for the November 3, 2020 presidential election is October 19, 2020. If you have any questions or concerns call 1-877-VOTESPA (1-877-868-3772).
Mail-in and absentee ballot APPLICATIONS for the November 3, 2020, general election must be received by your county election office by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, October 27, 2020. The Voted Ballots must be received by your county election office by 8 p.m. Tuesday, November 3, 2020.
Hand delivered to the Delaware County voter registration office. Government Center, Ground Floor 201 W. Front Street Media, PA 19063 Phone: 610-891-4659 Fax: 610-891-4814 TDD/TTY: (610) 891- 4306 Email: voterreg@co.delaware.pa.us
If you are on active duty in the military, hospitalized/bedridden veteran, or an overseas citizen you can register at any time. See www.fvap.gov for more information.
Ways to Vote
Absentee Ballot (Reason Required)
Registered voters who are either too ill, hospitalized, on military deployment, or will be away from their designated polling area, will need to apply for an absentee ballot. Registered voters who may vote absentee include:
College Students
People whose work or vacation take them away from the Municipality where they live
Those with a physical disability or illness that prevents them from going to the polling place
Members of the military
People who may have a conflict due to the celebration of a religious holiday
Online: Registered voters can apply for an absentee ballot online with a valid PA driver’s license or photo I.D. from the PA Department of Transportation (PennDOT).
By Mail: Download an absentee ballot application form at votespa.com/absentee. Print, complete, sign, and deliver or mail the application to your county election office.
In-Person: Stop by Delaware County Bureau of Elections Government Center Bldg. 201 W. Front Street, Media, PA 19063 to apply in person. Find a county election office near you.
Applying for a Mail-In Ballot, which is similar to an Absentee Ballot, however the only difference is you do not need a reason. You may apply online, by mail, or in person.
By Mail: Beginning 50 days before an election, voters can download a mail-in ballot application form votespa.com. Print, complete, sign, and deliver or mail the application: Delaware County Bureau of Elections, 201 West Front Street, Media, PA 19063
In Person: Stop by Delaware County Bureau of Elections Government Center Bldg. 201 W. Front Street, Media, PA 19063 to apply in person. Find a county election office near you.
Voting in Delaware County: What to Expect at Your Polling Place
Important Dates
Last Day to Register to Vote: October 19, 2020
Applications for Mail-In or Absentee Ballots: Must be RECEIVED by your county election office by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, October 27, 2020.
Voter Ballots Due: VOTED BALLOTS must be RECEIVED by your county election office by 8 p.m. on Tuesday, November 3, 2020 – postmarks are not enough.
General Election: November 3, 2020
Helpful Resources for Voting
Delaware County Bureau of Elections
Government Center Bldg.
201 W. Front Street, Media, PA 19063
The Bureau of Elections supervises the conduction of elections in Delaware County, Pennsylvania. The office prepares machine ballots, programs voting machines, processes and issues absentee ballots, oversees district election workers, and maintains county and local candidate filings for elected offices. In addition, the office also maintains records of county election results, campaign finance filings, polling places and district election workers.
Elections: Contact Elections for questions related to your polling place, when or where an election will be held and other election related information.
Voter Registration: Contact Voter Registration to confirm if you are registered to vote, how to register and other questions related to voter registration.
Ms. Mary Jo Headley
Chief Clerk/Director, Voter Registration
201 W. Front St.
Government Center Bldg.
Media, PA 19063
(610) 891-4659 DelcoElection@co.delaware.pa.us Delaware County Website
Committee of Seventy: nonpartisan civic leadership organization that advances representative, ethical and effective government in Philadelphia and Pennsylvania through citizen engagement and public policy advocacy. USA.gov Vote.org
