Media's Memorial Day Parade - Monday, May 31st 10am State St.

For some reason it always seems hard to find the date and time of  Media parades/events. Timely rain cancellations even harder if you don't seem to know the right people.

Anyway, thanks to www.visitmediapa.com for providing an up to date and comprehensive calendar of such gatherings.

Media's Memorial Day Parade
Monday, May 31st 10am State St.

Pinocchio's Beer Garden To Go in Media, 750 varieties

I've not yet had the chance to get down and see Pinocchio's Beer Garden, but I've heard the selection is outstanding with over 750 varieties of beer.  All they need to do now is to throw some German pretzel dough into those vintage pizza ovens and wait for the lines to form out the door. Beer and soft pretzels is tough to beat.  Until then, the great selection of beers will sell itself.

Swing by their well done website to check out all their beer listings: www.pinbeer.com

They can also be found on Twitter and Facebook.

After years of thought and many months of planning, the Volikas family is proud to open Pinocchio’s Beer Garden To Go. The team at Pinocchio’s had the ‘difficult’ job of hand picking and tasting many beers deciding on the best beer to offer its customers. The Bottle Shop features over 750 different beers from more than 200 American Craft and International Breweries. So come on in, build a 6-pack, and find your favorite craft bomber or that specialty Belgian Quad that you will drink on a special occasion. If you can not find what you are looking for simply let us know and we will help you get it. Happy beer tasting!

 

 131 E. Baltimore Pike, Media, PA 19063 - 610.566.7767

mediarestaurants.com - Where People Meet to Eat

Media is a hotspot for a broad range of restaurants and diverse cuisines.  From Asian, to Thai, to French, to Americana and many more; Media has it covered.  I recently came across www.mediarestaurants.com that does a good job at explaining the various kinds of restaurants in Media; as well as, hours, menus, pictures and weekly specials.

I'm not sure what the business model is, or if it even needs one, but it would be great to get twitter updates on specials and restaurant events.

Beauty & The Beast Fundraiser at the Media Theatre Sat. June 5th

Beauty & The Beast Fundraiser

Type: Causes - Fundraiser

Date: Saturday, June 5, 2010

Time: 10:30am - 1:30pm

Location: The Media Theatre, 104 E. State St., Media, PA 19063

Please come and show your support for a very worthwhile cause. Gary De Santo is running for Man of the Year for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. In addition to seeing a wonderful play with talented actors (Gary's son Brendan plays LaFoo) you will be helping to finding a cure for this deadly disease.

Click on the following link for tickets:

https://www.registermepro.com/event/RMP-1746-IZ-813-4001

Any questions , contact Gary De Santo 610-254-1000

MEDIA THEATRE HAS DISNEY'S 'BEAUTY AND THE BEAST' SATURDAYS IN JUNE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT: ROGER RICKER/ MEDIA THEATRE/ 610-891-0100

            MEDIA THEATRE HAS DISNEY'S 'BEAUTY AND THE BEAST'
SATURDAYS IN JUNE

One of the most beloved family musicals of all time comes to The Media Theatre Saturday mornings in June at 11am. Disney's "Beauty and the Beast", in an edited Junior version, will entertain the young and the young at heart.

Disney's hand drawn classic, released in 1991, was the first animated film to be nominated for the Academy Award as Best Picture, a feat even "The Lion King" did not achieve. In 1994, Disney's "Beauty and the Beast" became a hugely successful Broadway musical with seven new songs written for the stage version. It ran for 12 years becoming the seventh most successful stage musical in Broadway history.

The Junior version of the show contains all of the popular music written by Alan Menken with lyrics by Howard Ashman and Tim Rice. The script is edited to just over 70 minutes in length, maintaining all of the adventure and romance of the Prince turned into an ugly Beast and the young lady, Belle, he imprisons in his enchanted castle.

At The Media Theatre, Disney's "Beauty and the Beast, Jr" will have a cast of 30 young people from its School of The Theatre playing all of the roles. Katie Stecklair, seen in "Ebenezer" and "Narnia", will portray the lead role of Belle. Tre Fountain is the Beast, with Media's Christopher Infantino as Gaston. Brendan Desanto, who portrayed The Coroner in the main stage production of "The Wizard of Oz", is Lefou. Aston's Paige Romano, seen recently as The Caterpillar in "Alice in Wonderland", becomes Babette. Others in the cast include Owen Mannion as Lumiere and Andrew Moretti as Cosgrove, with Lindsay Ronaldson as Mrs. Potts and Patrick Gaughan as Chip. Madame La Bouche, the Wardrobe, will have two faces (Becky Ferguson and Jordan Robbins).

For tickets to Disney's "Beauty and the Beast, Jr." at The Media Theatre (Saturday mornings in June at 11am), call 610-891-0100 or visit www.mediatheatre.org. Each Saturday, pizza parties are available following the performance for an extra fee in which audience members may meet the cast.

(Pictured: Paige Romano, who portrays Babette, and Katie Stecklair, who will be Belle, in The Media Theatre's production of Disney's "Beauty and the Beast, Jr" Saturday mornings in June at 11am.)

Media's Dining Under The Stars

It's a great night to be at Media's Dining Under the Stars!

Location:W State St,Media,United States

Media Borough Council Meeting Minutes from April 15, 2010

Linked are the Media Borough Council Meeting minutes from April 15 meeting.  

Of note:

1. Discussion on Media's Farrmer's Market
2. Global Connect, Emergency voice messaging service coming to the borough.
3. 2nd and 3rd floor repairs to Olive St. parking garage
4. Big Belly receptacles
5. Bids for 1 West State St. are due June 1 at 11am

Questions or concerns can be directed to: questions@mediaborough.com.  Emails will be addressed at the end of monthly council meetings.

http://www.mediaborough.com/government/PDF/Borough%20Council%20Minutes/cm0410.pdf

A Great Thing Just Got Better...Mexican Food at the Koffee Korner 3 nights a week

Media seems to have an insatiable appetite for Mexican and Southwestern cuisine.  Well, lucky for us the Koffee Korner, in addition to Thursday's,  has expanded their great Mexican dinners to now include Wednesday and Friday evenings too.  

For the longest time it was the best kept secret in town, but it's too good not to share.   Enjoy!

3rd St. Bridge at a crossroad

Despite the pending court decision which will determine who actually owns the 3rd St. bridge, moving forward with the design phase and protecting the allocated state funding was the right thing to do.  A lot of people on Borough Council will hedge their bets on what decision to make based on how popular/unpopular the resident's response is to the final cost.  I understand that, but I encourage people to take positions on this, as this is a Media issue and not just a problem on the west side of town.

The longer this problem plays out, the greater the cost....to all of us.  13 years ago the estimated repair was a third of the cost that it is now.  The only thing worse than not coming to a solution on the bridge would be for Broomall Lake to sell off the property to a developer......and I'm sure no one wants to see that.

Per Delcotimes.com:
Media moving forward on Third Street Bridge

Ariano's Wood Oven Pizza is opening soon in Media!

It's been a long time coming; almost what seems like three years, but it looks like the Fellini's owned restaurant located on the coner or Olive St. and Baker St. may be opening soon.  It'll be called Ariano's and serve authentic wood oven pizza and freshly made gelato.  As an added benefit, which everyone seems to love, it'll be BYOB too!   If Fellini's on State St. is any indication of what Media can expect, this should be a hit.

 Inside the new Ariano's Wood Oven Pizza Restaurant

From what I can see through the windows the inside looks amazing.  With the tables and equipment already setup, this place could open any day.  It would be great to see it open for Memorial Day Weekend.

Road work on State St today and tomorrow

Road repair work on State St. today and tomorrow.

Quick Action: reycling bin placement paying dividends at Barrall Field

It's only been a week since the eight recycling bins were placed at Barrall Field, but the return on ACTION is already paying dividends.  I stopped by the field today just to see how the bins have been used and where they were placed.  All eight were well utilized with most half way filled already.

 Barrall Field

I received an update this weekend that the $20k grant awarded to Media Boro. through Rep. Tom Killion's office will be release in June.  This money will go toward Big Belly solar trash compactors which was facilitated by Councilman, Pete Alayankian.

Benjamin's Market is closing, 1/2 price on all remaining items

It was unfortunate to learn today that Benjamin's Market located on 1 West Front St., is closing.  I caught up with the owner who said despite the improving business, they were unable to stay open due to financial reasons.  He's not dissuaded nor did he promise anything, but stated that he has a few ideas and may be back in Media again soon.  I hope so, he was on to something good that really could have evolved into a great shopping experience for residents.

The doors are open today to clear out the remaining goods.  Everything must go and is at 1/2 price.

Benjamin's Market is Closing

State St. Road Improvements starting Monday, May 24th

 Update provided by www.mediaborough.com:

• 2010 ROAD IMPROVEMENTS - STATE STREET
  Attn: Borough Business/Borough Resident - Media Borough Council hired a contractor to begin road improvements in the form of patching of deteriorated areas along State Street between Monroe & Lemon Streets. The work is slated to begin on Monday, May 24, 2010 and last 2 days, weather permitting. 
  
  The street will be blocked off and there will be no parking on the street between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Please adhere to the no parking signs posted by both the Borough and the contractor. The contractor hired by the Borough is A. F. Damon Company, Upland Avenue, PA. If you have any questions or concerns, they can be reached at 610-874-3737.
  Thank you for your cooperation. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Rebuilding Media's Furture with the Charm of the Past

As one reader pointed out, we are very lucky to have the architectural expertise of Bob Linn who has taken great strides in keeping Media, well, Media. One great example in the photos below shows how the style of the Old Firehouse, which was located on Jackson and State, was used in creating the United Savings Bank on Baltimore Pike.

United Savings Bank

Old Firehouse

Dining Under the Stars and Barrall Field gets Recycling Bins!!!

Despite the overcast, cool weather; dining under the stars, the Wednesday event held in Media, got off to a good start. Kudos to Drew Arata at Earth and State for providing fun activities for the kids while adults dined the night away. Picasso's, Lotus and Fellini's were extremely well attended based on the seating they had outside.

Looking forward to next Wednesday and hoping for warmer weather.

ALSO, a BIG THANKS to Councilman, Jim Cunningham and Boro. Manager, Jeff Smith for providing ample amounts of recycling bins at Barrall Field. The person who originally brought this to my attention was delighted at the quick response and solution provided. NICE JOB!

Slow day at polls in Media, Pa

So far, low turnout across all the Media, Pa polling places.

Iron Hill Brewfest....A Big Success

I heard great things about last weekend's Iron Hill Brewfest.  I strolled by during setup and at 1pm there were a lot of people ready to see what the brewers had to offer.

This weekend's IRON HILL Brewfest to be held is Media, PA is SOLD OUT

Iron Hill Brewery and Restaurant
Brandywine Valley Craft
Brewers Festival to be held in Media, PA Saturday May 15th is SOLD OUT!!!

  SOLD OUT!!!

Making Media better one comment at a time. Participation encouraged.

allthingsmediapa.com is making Media better one comment at a time.  Much thanks for the support from the Delco Times in helping promote our efforts in providing communities a way to discuss issues, events and challenges.

Local governments can be notorious for moving slow, lacking focus and being indecisive....We're Not!  If you have an issue, thought or just want to know what's up with say the "3rd St Bridge," leave a comment and it will be answered.  Thanks to Councilman Jim Cunningham and Pete Alyanakian, for tackling local issues that sometimes don't get the recognition they deserve.  It's about results, not bureaucracy.

Availability and open communication is what is important in resolving issues and moving forward as a community.  Participation encouraged, thanks for reading!

Media's own Farmers Market opens tomorrow, Thursday May 13

 

Be sure to check out tomorrow's grand opening of Media's own Farmer's Market.  Located in the parking lot next to Media Theatre (Gayley and State St.)  Market opens at 3pm and goes to 7pm each Thursday.

For more information on hours, products and FAQs, visit http://mediafarmersmarket.com/

allthingsmediapa.com, gettting things done.

Thanks for your readership, comments and ideas.  This week I received a comment by a Media resident requesting that a recycling bin be placed at Barrall Field.  This is not only a great idea, but a prime example of GETTING THINGS DONE.  Councilman, Jim Cunningham has taken up the cause and will be addressing the issue.

If there are issues in Media you find not getting the needed attention, please feel free to reach out to allthingsmediapa.com

Middletown Community Pride Day, Saturday May 8th 11am to 4pm

Middletown Community Pride Day

Saturday May 8th 11am to 4pm

for more information visit the website: 

http://middletownprideday.com/

Weatherization and In-Home energy audit for qualified Media residents

I was contacted by a Media resident regarding the great services that Community Action Agency of Delware County (CAADC) provides to delco communities.  Of the many, the CAADC is sponsoring a FREE weatherization and In-Home energy audit available to qualified homeowners.  To see if you’re eligible and to learn more about this great service, visit the CAADC website or visit the online flyer for more details.

Media's Dining Under the Stars starts May 19th

Get Ready! 
Dining Under the Stars is back and starts May 19th!

Participating Restaurants:

Azie Global

Stephen's On State
La Belle Epoque
Picasso
Iron Hill Brewery
Fellini Cafe
Margaret Kuo's
Sligo
Benjamin's Family Market
Lotus: A Salad and Tea House
Sheerei-Punjab Indian Cuisine
Sweet Potato Cafe and Bakery
Little Anthony's
La Na Thai
Plumstead Inn
Koffee Korner

Fact and Figures on Media Borough

Fact and Figures on Media Borough. 

Provided by www.mediaborough.com

Media's Farmer's Market Website: http://mediafarmersmarket.com/

Media's Farmer's Market Website

http://mediafarmersmarket.com/

Lansdowne Has a Very Popular Farmer's Market, I Hope Media's is Similar

Based on last month’s borough council meeting, Media’s Farmer’s market is expected to begin operation sometime during the mid/late May time frame.  Honestly, I’ve not heard anything regarding the setup, vendors, guidelines, who can participate, etc.  I would think the Committee for the Farmer’s market would have at least a website or promotional material explaining the market in detail…….as it is just two/three weeks out.  Perhaps they do and I’ve just not seen it. 

Most of Media Borough Council didn’t seem to think the operational details/recommendations were important.  Based on their general response of “…I think it’s a good idea,” I don’t even think they took the time to  really care.  However, one town that I feel got this right was Lansdowne here in Delaware County.  They not only have a  very popular and thriving farmer’s market, but a very detailed and well thought out website that really describes everything from how to participate, who can participate, volunteers, musicians and even where to find bathrooms.

As I’ve said before, I support the Farmer’s Market and look forward to its opening. I hope they create or have a website like Lansdowne’s so more residents can understand what it is and help with its success.  And, No, I don’t think for those who’ve asked,  it’s the type of farmer’s market where you can buy/sell fireworks.

 Lansdowne's Farmer's Market

Video of Media's Super Sunday

A great turn-out for Media's Super Sunday

This Sunday at Super Sunday...the Broozers and Jimmy Shoe on the deck at Joclyns!

Not Just another Reggae Dance Party!

Location: This Sunday the Broozers and Jimmy Shoe on the deck at Joclyns!

Time: 4:00PM Sunday, May 2nd

Per Lei and B. Gross, a local men's and women's shop, bring style and fashion to Media, PA.

I hear the recent fashion show held at Per Lei was not only a great time, but a smashing success. Bruce and Candice do a great job and really put Media on the map as a place that knows fashion.

Check out the video of the recent fashion show held here in Media. Photos and video by LOOR Photography