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RiverCrestC O M M U N I T Y G U I D E
A G U I D E T O T H E S E R V I C E S A V A I L A B L E N E A R Y O U R N E W H O M E
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COMMUNITY PROFILE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
SCHOOLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
CHILD CARE/PRE-SCHOOL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
SHOPPING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
MEDICAL FACILITIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
PUBLIC UTILITIES/GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
WORSHIP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
TRANSPORTATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
RECREATIONAL FACILITIES – LOCAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7,8
RECREATIONAL FACILITIES – REGIONAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
RESTAURANTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
LIBRARIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
COLLEGES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
SOCIAL SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
GOVERNMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
EMERGENCY NUMBERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
C O N T E N T S
L E A R N A B O U T T H E S E R V I C E S Y O U R C O M M U N I T Y H A S T O O F F E R
RiverCrest is located in Upper Providence Township. This historic
municipality with its rich agricultural roots, was incorporated in 1805. The
Schuylkill River, which runs along the western border of the township has
played a prominent role in the region. The Schuylkill Canal, built in the
early 1800’s, passed through the township, bringing coal from the rich
Allegheny coal fields to the port of Philadelphia. The community’s name is
a tribute to this scenic and historic waterway.
Upper Providence is located on the western border of Central Montgomery
County. With easy access to major highways such as the Pennsylvania
Turnpike, US Route 202 and 422, and Interstate 476 and 76, residents of
the township have easy access to many employment, shopping, and
historical centers. The Valley Forge National Historical Park and King of
Prussia Mall are two of the local attractions which are conveniently located
just minutes from RiverCrest.
RiverCrest, with its scenic views and preserved open space, is the perfect
compliment to this beautiful township. The private RiverCrest Golf Club,
which winds through the community, adds to the beauty of this prime
location.
HOMEOWNER/CONDO ASSOCIATION
RiverCrest’s Homeowner’s Association maintains the entranceway, islands,
and open space, as well as the pool and recreational facilities. The
Homeowner’s Association is also responsible for the roadway, snow
plowing, trash, lawn maintenance, etc. Please see Homeowner’s Association
Documents for exact details.
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P R O F I L E
PUBLIC
Elementary
Grades K-4
Oaks Elementary SchoolOaks School DriveOaks, PA 19456Phone: (610) 705-6008http://mciu.org/~oaksweb
Middle
Grades 5-7
Spring-Ford Flex SchoolLewis RoadRoyersford, PA 19468Phone: (610) 705-6003http://mciu.org/~sfisweb
Grades 8
Spring-Ford Middle School700 Washington StreetRoyersford, PA 19468Phone: (610) 705-6002 http://mciu.org/~sfmsweb
Senior High
Grades 9-12
Spring-Ford High School350 S. Lewis RoadRoyersford, PA 19468Phone: (610) 705-6001http://mciu.org/~sfhswpagIs Bus service provided for all grades?Yes
PAROCHIAL
Elementary
Grades Preschool-8
Holy Family School221 Third AvenuePhoenixville, PA(610) 933-7562
Senior High
Grades 9-12
St. Pious X High School844 N. Keim St.Pottstown, PA (610) 326-8990
Grades 9-12
Kennedy-Kenrick Catholic High SchoolJohnson Highway & Arch StreetNorristown, Pa.(610) 275-2846
Grades 9-12
Arch Bishop John Carroll211 Matsonford RoadRadnor, PA (610) 688-7610
Is bus service provided for all grades?YesDoes Homeowner pay extra for thisservice? No
PRIVATEGrades K-6
Montgomery School
Haverford School
Grades K-12
Germantown Academy
Grades 8-12
The Hill School
Shipley School
Valley Forge Military Academy
Malvern Prep
Villa Maria
CHILD CARE/PRE-SCHOOL Phoenixville YMCA2460 Blvd. of the GeneralsAudubon, Pa.(610) 539-0900
Chesterbrook Academy1001 Surrey LaneAudubon, Pa.(610) 666-7001
Four Seasons Day School and Camp1173 Egypt RoadOaks, Pa.(610) 666-6380
Goddard School115 Second AvenueCollegeville, Pa.(610) 454-0225
Country Tyme Day Care441 N. Lewis Rd.Limerick, Pa.(610) 948-0665
Little People Day SchoolProvidence Corp. CenterArcola RoadCollegeville, Pa.(610) 454-9405
Short Stuff2nd AvenueCollegeville, Pa.(610) 834-0123
Bright Spot Kindergarten &Nursery School200 Main StreetTrappe, Pa.(610) 489-1818
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S C H O O L S
S H O P P I N G
NEIGHBORHOODSHOPPING CENTERSCollegeville Shopping CenterRt. 29 Shopping in Collegeville(Approximately 5 minutes from thecommunity)
Banking: Wachovia BankGrocery: ACME, Redner’s FamilyMarketOther: Wendy’s, McDonald’s, SearsHardware, Cleaner, Dunkin Donuts,Rocco’s Pizza, Wine & Spirits, FlowerShop, Annie Sez, Body Transit Fitness
Trappe Shopping CenterRoute 113 and Main Street,Collegeville (Approximately 10minutes from the community)
Banking: Citizen BankGrocery: Clemens MarketDrugstore: CVS Drug StoreOther: Bravo Family Restaurant,Trappe Bookstore, Schuylkill ValleySporting Goods, Dollar Store, Petco,The UPS Store
Lakeview Shopping CenterTownship Line Road, Royersford, Pa.
Banking: Commerce BankGrocery: GiantOther: Kohls, Blockbuster, Marshalls,Donatos
Marketplace At OaksOther: Target, Lowes HomeImprovement, Regal 24 Cinemas,Gold’s Gym
Restaurants: Erma & Max,Bob Evans
CONVENIENCESTORESWaWa, 7-ElevenRt. 29 & Ridge Pike
GROCERY STORESGenuardi’sTownship Line Road, Royersford
Acme & Redner’sRt. 29, Collegeville
Clemens Rt. 113 & Ridge Pike, Trappe, PA
SHOPPING MALLS
Regional
King of Prussia Court & PlazaAnchor Stores: Bloomingdale’s,Lord & Taylor, Nordstrom, NeimanMarcus, Macy’s, Strawbridge’s, Sears,JC Penney, plus 300 other specialtyshops.
Exton Mall
Plymouth Meeting Mall
Montgomery Mall
Coventry Mall
SERVICESCamelot SalonRoyersford(610) 948-3073
Alexandra’s Salon & Spa Audobon(610)728-5150
Gwendolynn’s Beauty SalonLimerick (610) 495-9300
Pro Copy Duplication Services(610) 489-4540
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HOSPITALSPhoenixville Hospital140 Nutt RoadPhoenixvillePhone: (610) 983-1000(Approximately 5 minutes)
Montgomery Hospital1301 Powell StreetNorristownPhone (610) 270-2000(Approximately 10-15 minutes)
Paoli Memorial255 West Lancaster AvenuePaoliPhone (610) 648-1000(Approximately 15-20 minutes)
University of Pennsylvania Hospital3400 Spruce StreetPhiladelphiaPhone: (215) 662-4000(Approximately 30 miles/40 minutes)
VETERINARIANAnimal Medical Center(610) 489-8982
Suburban Veterinary Emergency Clinic(610) 265-5636
Petsitting & Dog WalkingAll Creatures Great & Small(610) 831-5033
M E D I C A L F A C I L I T I E S
CABLE TVComcast Cable TV(610) 279-7200
ELECTRICPECO Energy(800) 494-4500
GAS(800) 494-4500
TELEPHONEVerizon(800) 640-4155
TRASHPrivate / dictated by Homeowner’sAssociation
SEWERPrivate / dictated by Homeowner’sAssociation
WATERPa American Water Company(800) 462-7279
P U B L I C U T I L I T I E S
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W O R S H I P
CHURCHES
Baptist
Valley Forge Baptist Temple616 S. Trappe RoadCollegeville, PA(610) 948-8100
Catholic
St. Mary’s of the Assumption212 DaytonPhoenixville, PA(610) 489-4677
Christ Church of the Valley
Episcopal
St. Paul’s EpiscopalEgypt & Black Rock RoadsOaks, PA(610) 650-9336
Lutheran
Augustus Lutheran717 Main StreetTrappe, PA(610) 489-9626Rev. Herbert H. Michel
Nazarene
Church of the Nazarene ofFairview VillageGermantown PikeFairview, PA(610) 539-3333Randall Davey, Minister
Methodist
Evansburg United Methodist ChurchGermantown PikeEvansburg, PA(610) 489-0287
Presbyterian
Lower Providence Presbyterian Church3050 W. Ridge PikeEagleville, PA(610) 539-6635
SYNAGOGUESCongregation B’Nai JacobStarr & ManavonPhoenixille, PA(610) 933-5550Harold Kamsler, Rabbi
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T R A N S P O R T A T I O N
AIRPORTS
County
Pottstown-Limerick AirportRidge Pike(610) 495-7000 (approximately 15 minutes away)
International
Philadelphia InternationalAirportI-95, Philadelphia, PA(approximately 50 minutes away)
BUSESSepta(215) 580-7800
DIVISION OF MOTOR VEHICLES(800) 932-4600
MAJOR HIGHWAYSRt. 422, I-76, I-476 (Blue Route), Rt.202, Rt. 276 (PA Turnpike)Rt. 29, Rt. 113, Rt. 23
RAILROADSNorristown Station, Septa - R6(Station located approximately 15minutes from community)(Commute to Philadelphia within 40 minutes)Cost per trip: $4.50Round trip cost: $9.00Frequency: 30 minutes- rush hour/1 hr. midday(215) 580-7500
Paoli Station(Station located approximately 15 minutes from community)(215) 580-7800
Amtrak
(800) 872-7245
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R E C R E A T I O N — L O C A L
DAY CAMPPhoenixville YMCA - 10 minutesLittle People Day School- 10 minutesGoddard School - 5 minutes
EQUESTRIANFACILITIESBlack Rock Farm (610) 983-9159Three Diamonds Stable (610) 489-0480
GOLFRiverCrest Golf Club & PreserveP.O. Box 1065Oaks, Pa.A610-933-4700
Limerick Golf Club769 N. Lewis Rd.Limerick, PA(610) 495-6945
Jeffersonville Golf ClubRidge PikeJeffersonville, PA(610) 539-0422
Westover Golf ClubJeffersonville, PA(610) 539-4502
Kimberton Golf ClubRoute 23 Kimberton, PA(610) 933-8836
Pickering Valley Golf Club450 S. White Horse RoadPhoenixville, PA(610) 933-2223
Meadowbrook Golf ClubPhoenixville, PA(610) 933-2929
Turtle Creek Golf Course303 W. Ridge PikeLimerick, PA(610) 948-5566
Waltz’s Golf Farm303 W. Ridge PikeLimerick, PA(610) 489-9922
Recreational facilities within 30 minutes of your new home.
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PARKSLocal
Black Rock Park
County
Upper Schuylkill Valley Park
State
Evansburg State Park
National
Valley Forge National Park
FITNESSBody Transit Fitness305 W. 2nd AvenueCollegeville, PA(610) 489-8855
Gold’s GymOaks, PA(610) 650-3166
YMCA of Phoenixville400 E. Pothouse RoadPhoenixville, PA(610) 933-5861
TENNISKinetix Sports Club (Indoor)Rte. 363 & 422(610) 539-6700
Gulf Mills Tennis Club (Indoor)King of Prussia, PA(610) 265-3677
YMCA of Phoenixville400 E. Pothouse RoadPhoenixville, PA(610) 933-5861
Markley Farms Swim & Tennis Club2407 Chestnut AvenueJeffersonville, PA(610) 539-7750
Picket Post Swim & Tennis355 Chase RoadChesterbrook, PA (610) 644-4646
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R E C R E A T I O N — R E G I O N A L
Recreational facilities within 2 hours of your home.
AMUSEMENT PARKSDorney ParkAllentown, Pa.
Six Flags Great AdventureN.J.
Sesame PlaceYardley, Pa.
Dutch WonderlandLancaster, Pa.
Hershey ParkHershey, Pa.
SWIMMINGSkippack Recreation Assoc.9 Oaks Swim Club & TennisMarkely Swim ClubGeneral Washington Recreation CenterPhoenixville YMCA
BEACHESOcean City, NJSea Isle City, NJCape May, NJStone Harbor, NJ
BOATINGSchulykill Valley Nature CenterGreenlane ReservoirMarsh Creek State ParkBlack Rock Dam
MOVIESRegal 24 CinemaOaks, PA(610) 666-6564
Collegeville Pit StopRidge Pike, Collegeville(610) 489-5974
Arnold’s Formula Go Carts200 Circle Drive, Oaks(610) 666-0600
Limerick Bowling AlleyWest Ridge Pike, Limerick(610) 495-7143
SKI AREABlue MountainSpring MountainDoe MountainBig Boulder, Camelback, Shawnee
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FINE DININGCreed’s Seafood & Steaks
Kimberton Inn
Blue Bell Inn
Ruth Chris Steakhouse
Gypsy Rose
The Columbia Bar & Grill,Phoenixville
Epicurian, Phoenixville
Seven Stars Inn, Phoenixville
Mortons Steak House
Fuji San Japanese Restaurant,Royersford
Cin Mei, Blue Bell
La Fontana Ristorante, Collegeville
The Collegeville Inn, Collegeville
The Sly Fox, Phoenixville
Kennedy, Supplee
FAMILY DININGApplebee’s, Audubon
Collegeville Inn
The New Road Brewhouse
Black Lab Bistro, Phoenixville
Trappe Tavern, Trappe, Pa.
Bob Evans, Oaks
Erma & Max, Oaks
Donatos
FAST FOODBurger King, McDonald’s, Wendy’s,KFC, Arby’s,Taco Bell, etc.
TAKEOUT & CATERINGCollegeville Pizza Stop, Pizza Hut,China Jade,Speck’s Drive-In, Lou’s Too
R E S T A U R A N T S
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PUBLICPhoenixville Public LibraryMain Street, Phoenixville
Royersford Public Library200 S. 4th avenueRoyersford
Lower Providence Community LibraryParklane Avenue, Audubon
COMMUNITYMontgomery County CommunityCollege
STATEPenn State, Great ValleyWest Chester University
PRIVATEUrsinus CollegeGwynedd Mercy Villanova UniversityCabrini College
L I B R A R I E S
C O L L E G E S
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American Cancer Society
(610) 642-0300
American Legion Post
(610) 948-6773
American Red Cross
(610) 272-6800
Big Brothers &
Big Sisters
(610) 277-2200
Boy Scouts
(610) 688-6900
Four-H
Four - H (West Chester)(610) 696-3500
Girl Scouts
Girls Scouts (Freedom Valley)(610) 933-9549
Historical Society
Historical Society (Norristown)(610) 272-0297
National Organization of
Women
National Organization of Women(K. of P.)(610) 337-9746
For information on other SocialService Organizations contact:Chamber of Commerce of CentralMontgomery County (610) 277-9500
S O C I A L S E R V I C E O R G A N I Z A T I O N S
COUNTYUpper Providence Township Building1286 Black Rock Road(610) 933-9179
Post Offices
Phoenixville Post Office(610) 933-2244
Voter Registration
(610) 278-3280
GOVERNMENTAGENCIES
Board of Health
(610) 278-5117
Dog Licenses
(610) 278-3070
Public Safety
(610) 631-6500
Motor Vehicles
(800) 932-4600
G O V E R N M E N T
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E M E R G E N C Y
POLICE911 or (610) 933-7899
FIRE 911 or (610) 933-9481
FIRST AID911
POISON CONTROL(800) 722-7112