Welcome to Lansdowne!
Lansdowne Borough is a first-generation suburb situated in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, six miles southwest of downtown Philadelphia and six miles east of Media, the county seat. Lansdowne’s 11,000 residents are active volunteers in their 1.2 square mile community. more
Hurricane Preparedness
Please visit the federal government’s Ready.gov emergency preparedness website for hurricane information.
Free Trees Available Through September 10
We all know that we lost many, many trees in the recent storm, which is a horrible loss for Lansdowne. Here’s a great way to replace some absolutely free. Lansdowne’s Tree Advisory Board is offering free trees for residents to place on their properties. If you’re interested, please call Mary Lou Jennings at 610-622-0162. You must call and reserve your tree by September 10th.
Seniors Sought for Philabundance Food Program
Philabundance, the region’s largest hunger relief organization, is sponsoring the distribution of senior food boxes through its Commodity Supplemental Food Program. Low-income seniors who qualify in the may receive a box of nonperishable food items each month. For more information about the program, call the Philabundance Food Help Line at 800-319-Food (3663), visit the program website, or download an informational PDF.
Find a Stray? Call Delaware County Animal Control
Lansdowne Borough requests that residents finding a stray or lost dog or cat please call Delaware County Animal Control at 610-522-1113. Please do not take the animal to the SPCA, since municipalities will be charged $116 for every stray animal taken to the SPCA, a 364 percent increase from the previous $25 per animal fee. Additionally, the Lansdowne Police Department will be enforcing the State Dog Law and local ordinance pertaining to dog violations. Although warnings will be issued for a first offense, citations may be issued to repeat offenders. more
Save Money and Energy by Upgrading Your Home Heating System
The Pennsylvania Home Heating Equipment Rebate Program could help as many as 33,000 households to purchase Energy Star-rated, non-electric residential hot water heaters, furnaces and boilers. The $11 million program is being funded through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. Rebates will range from $100 to $500, depending on the equipment’s efficiency rating.
Lansdowne Farmers Market a Top Finisher in National Contest
The Lansdowne Farmers Market finished #2 nationwide among boutique markets in the America’s Favorite Farmers Market contest being held by the American Farmland Trust. Overall, Lansdowne Farmers Market received the 19th highest vote total in the entire country among markets of all sizes. The market is open every Saturday, rain or shine, through October 30.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Every Saturday through October 30 – Lansdowne Farmers Market
The Lansdowne Farmers Market takes place every Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm, rain or shine! Come out for terrific shopping and a great time. Featuring fresh, locally-grown fruits, veggies, meats, bread and more. Check LansdowneFarmersMarket.com for each Saturday’s artist and musician of the week.
Arts Festival Preview Reception: “A Taste of Lansdowne” – Friday, September 10
Held the night before the Eighth Annual Lansdowne Arts Festival, the “Taste of Lansdowne” Pre-Show Reception and Art Sale features a champagne bar, hors d’oeuvres, and a special opportunity to preview the works of exhibiting artists. Tickets are $25 per person. For more information or to register visit the Arts Festival website.
Eighth Annual Lansdowne Arts Festival – Saturday & Sunday, September 11-12
The Lansdowne Arts Festival is a weekend-long event featuring an array of creative and performing arts, including painting, crafts, sculpture, jewelry, live music, and children’s events. The festival takes place at the Twentieth Century Club, 84 S. Lansdowne Avenue. There is no charge for admission and nearly all festival activities are free. Performances and exhibits are open from 10 am to 5 pm on Saturday and Sunday. For the most up-to-date schedule information please visit LansdowneArtsFestival.com.
Energy Conservation and Renewable Energy Workshop – Thursday, September 16
The Delaware County Conservation District is partnering with the Pennsylvania Resources Council to offer “Bringing Green Energy Home,” an interactive, multimedia educational workshop aimed at helping residents establish environmentally friendly practices in the home. The workshop takes place at 7 pm at the Twentieth Century Club, and is free of charge to all Delaware County residents, business owners/managers, and municipal officials. Attendees will receive one free compact fluorescent light bulb (up to 80 per workshop), and materials to help establish energy conservation efforts. One lucky participant at each workshop will also win a basic home energy audit worth $250. Register for the workshops online by visiting www.delcocd.org or www.prc.org. or call the Delaware County Conservation District at (610) 892-9484. Online registration is preferred.
Mad Ron’s Prevues from Hell Premiere and Lansdowne Theater benefit – September 17-19
Mad Ron’s Prevues from Hell, partially shot in the Lansdowne Theater in 1987 and featuring the world’s best collection of horror film trailer compilations, is finally being released on DVD. Hosted by ventriloquist comedian Nick Pawlow and his zombie dummy friend Happy, Mad Ron’s Prevues From Hell has been a cult favorite for years. To celebrate the DVD release, Virgil Films and Cinema 16:9 have teamed up for a rare weekend of theatrical showings with all ticket sale proceeds benefiting the effort to restore and reopen The Lansdowne. Come out and celebrate the release of the film while supporting the preservation of this landmark.
Coming Home for the Cleanup
Former Lansdowne resident and retired U.S. Army Officer, Tom Little, returned to the Borough on Saturday, 24 April, to participate in the 26th Annual Darby Creek Cleanup. Read more and see photos on our News page.
Community Action Agency of Delaware County Home Weatherization Program
This program is free to qualified residents and will lower your energy bills by an estimated 20-30%!! Qualified Delaware County Renters and Homeowners applicants may receive the following FREE services: Home Energy Audit – Attic Insulation – Diagnostic Air Flow Testing – Heater Inspection, Service, Repair and Replacement – Weather Stripping and Caulking – Window & Door Repair or Replacement – Refrigerator Evaluation – Energy Conservation Education
For complete information about the program, click here
Lansdowne Allied Youth Council
Grant money may be available from the Lansdowne Allied Youth Council for worthwhile cultural, civic, service, athletic, or social projects. Inquire by mail at LAYC, P.O. Box 311, Lansdowne 19050, or by email to Grants Chairman Van Bond, vanbond@bellatlantic.net. The LAYC has served Lansdowne proudly since 1944. more
Water Infrastructure Improvements Scheduled
Through much of 2010 Aqua PA will be replacing the water mains that lie beneath streets to the north and east of Marlyn Park. This work includes a significant amount of trenching and will likely cause traffic and other disruptions in these neighborhoods. more
Penn Wood Patriots Athletics
Follow all of Lansdowne’s hometown high school teams – check the Penn Wood High School athletic schedule and show your support!
Mosquito Spraying to Control West Nile Virus
From time to time in the summer months and weather permitting, the Department of Environmental Protection and the Delaware County Intercommunity Health Coordination will apply
treatments to control adult mosquito populations. Throughout the county and surrounding areas adult mosquitoes have tested positive for the West Nile virus. Treatments are administered during the
evening hours with truck and ATV-mounted equipment to spray open spaces in residential and recreational areas. The equipment dispenses Biomist 3+15, a permethrin insecticide product, at a rate of .75 ounces per acre. This product is designed to provide quick, effective control of adult mosquito populations. read more
Bulk Trash Pickup
Guidelines for pickup of large items and the Bulk Trash Pickup Request form. more
Yard Waste Program
Due to popular demand, more dates have been added for pick-up. more
New Web Tool Allows Pennsylvanians to Check Status of Property Tax/Rent Rebates
Eligible older adults and residents with disabilities can now check the status of. more
Free Library Wi-Fi Access
The Lansdowne Public Library now offers free wi-fi access. more
Friendship Circle Activities
For mature adults, 50+. more
