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Sept. 2Birdsboro Contra dancing: 7:30 p.m. at Birdsboro Community Memorial Center, 201 E. Main St. in Birdsboro. Beginner instruction at 7 p.m. Caller is Donna Hunt with music by Ladies in the Parlor. Admission $9 for adults, $6 students. Wear soft-soled shoes. www.birdsborocontra.org.
Sept. 3All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast Buffet: at the Geigertown Fire Co., 3433 Hay Creek Road, from 7 to 11 a.m. For more information call 610-286-6481 or visit geigertownfireco.com
Sept. 9 Indoor/Outdoor Flea Market: St. Peter United Church of Christ, Route 23, Knauertown will hold an indoor/outdoor flea market on Saturday, September 9 from 7 am to 1 p.m. Space is available, for a nominal fee. Inside Detterline Hall there is limited table availability; please bring your own. Breakfast and lunch will be served. For more information, or to donate items, call 610-913-7717.
Sept. 9Vendor Fair: Sept. 9 at Honey Brook American Legion Auxiliary, 4820 Horse Shoe Pike, Honey Brook. Many vendors.
Sept. 10Pennsylvania Dutch Celebration: Schwarzwald Lutheran Church, 250 Church Lane Road, Reading, celebrates the 500th anniversary of the Lutheran Reformation Sept. 10. New Horizon Band performs in church pavilion 3 p.m. The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther and his wife Katie (played by Pastor Newhart and Kathy Fegley) visit in church sanctuary at 4 p.m. to describe their lives during the Reformation. A Pennsylvania Dutch sing-a-long will follow. Beginning at 5:15 p.m., a Pennsylvania Dutch dinner featuring pot pie, brats and sauerkraut, chow chow, shoofly pie and many other dutch treats will be served, birch beer will be provided and beer will be available for purchase. Happy Dutchmen will provide dinner music. Tickets are $5 with children 9 and under free. Purchase tickets by Sept. 5. A “will call” option provided. Call 610-779-3480.
Sept. 11Constitution class: held at St. Paul’s UMC, 1136 Geigertown Road, Birdsboro. Starting Sept. 11, class will be held every Monday starting at 6 p.m. and will last 10 weeks. Open to the public. The class is free except for $7 charge for text book. To register or get more details, please contact Margaret Kennedy at 610-582-4655.
Sept. 16 Crusin for Christ: St. Peter United Church of Christ, Route 23, Knauertown will hold Crusin for Christ, our annual car show, on Saturday, Sept. 16 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (rain date Sept. 30). Featuring the legendary Doo Whop singer and DJ Doc C, the public is invited to stop by and view classic cars, vote for popular categories and enjoy food. Pre-registration available. Free will offering. For more information, call 484-374-0667.
Sept. 16STARFEST 2017: Saturday, Sept. 16, Rain/Cloud date Sept. 17 at Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site, 2 Mark Bird Lane, Elverson, (off Route 345 at Hopewell Road) 5:30 to 11:30 p.m. Join the Chesmont Astronomical Society for speakers, astronomy presentations and activities for kids. Public viewing of Milky Way available through more than 20 amateur and high-end telescopes. The highlight of the evening is 10 Object Row. 10 of our members’ telescopes will be focused on a different deep sky object so the public gets a variety of astronomical objects to look at. Admission and parking is free. Donations greatly appreciated and needed to support the event. More information, call Hopewell at 610-582-8773, ext. 0, or visit the Chesmont Astronomical Society website at www.chesmontastro.org or on Facebook at Chesmont Astronomical Society observing+.
Sept. 23Honey Festival: Sept. 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Cedarville United Methodist Church, 1092 Laurelwood Rd., Pottstown. Learn about plants that attract bees. See live bees and meet local beekeepers. There will be local produce for sale along with honey related products. Honey BBQ, Hot dogs with honey mustard, and ice cream sundaes will be available for your lunch. Kids activities. Free event. Questions? Contact Susan Morris at 610-326-4173 or visit the church website www.cedarvilleumc.org.
Sept. 23Fall and Winter Craft Show: Presented by Busy Fingers Fancy Workers Sept. 23 and 24 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Birdsboro Fire Company, 214 West First Street, Birdsboro. Thousands of craft items, refreshments, bake sales, apple dumplings. All proceeds benefit Hopewell Love food pantry and the Birdsboro Fire Co. More information 610-582-3631.
OngoingCommunity Prayer Service: is held the First Thursday of the Month at 7:15 p.m. at Honey Brook Presbyterian Church, 4331 Horseshoe Pike, Honey Brook. For more information, call 610-273-2848 Teen Outdoor Adventure Club: Meetings at Lion’s Club, 14 Mt. Pleasant Road, Honey Brook Wednesdays 7 p.m. Teens 13 and over. Call Allen Maddox 610-741-3831, www.dragonbreathgrotto.org.
Lighten Up with Yoga: One hour all level Sundays 10:30 a.m. at Human Breathing Yoga Studio, 3605 E. Main St., Morgantown. 610-585-3617 or visit www.humanbreathing.com.
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) at The Torch: A weight loss support group meets Tuesdays 8:45-10 a.m. Torch Community Center at Clock Tower Plaza, Morgantown. 610-286-6748
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) at Tel Hai: A weight-loss support group meets Thursdays at Tel Hai Retirement Community’s Garrett Center, weigh-in 5:30 to 6 p.m. and meeting starts at 6 p.m. First meeting is free. Call Marcia at 484-238-4559.
The Shepherd’s Kitchen: at Honey Brook Presbyterian Church, 4331 Horseshoe Pike, free meal, first Thursdays 4:30-6:30 p.m. All welcome. 610-273-2848, pastor@honeybrookpres.org. Facebook page The Shepherd’s Kitchen at Honey Brook Presbyterian Church.
Christian Acoustic Open Mic: First Sunday 7 p.m. at The Torch, in rear building at Clock Tower Plaza, 2846 Main St., Morgantown. Musicians guidelines at www.facebook.com/ChristianOpenMic/info or call 717-354-6804. Listeners welcome. No admission.
Zumba: Thursdays 6:30 p.m. at Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, 753 Mt. Zion Rd., Narvon. dliptock@yahoo.com.
Honey Brook Support Group: A group for parents and family members who have a loved one struggling with a substance use disorder. We meet the first and third Tuesday of every month, 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Honey Brook Presbyterian Church, 4331 Horseshoe Pike (Route 322), Honey Brook. No meeting on Aug. 15. Will resume meetings in September. Contact Jeanne S. at Jeanne.1105@yahoo.com and Alice H. at ahoran286@gmail.com.
Public Trap Shoots at Elverson Gun Club: Every Tuesday night at 5 p.m. Ladies, inexperienced and younger shooters encouraged to join the fun. Also held Jan.- Nov. third Sunday of each month. Starting time, noon. This year, we celebrate our 75th anniversary. For more info, call Jim Siegel at 610-827-9251 or e-mail JRSSW@msn.com.
Honey Brook Community LibraryFor program registration/questions, contact 610-273-3303 or e-mail jspade@ccls.org.
Stories in the Shade with Miss Jennifer: at 10 a.m. For preschool age. Join Miss Jennifer for stories, songs, and crafts outside when weather permits. This program is outside. Please bring a blanket for sitting in the grass. Designed for preschoolers, but all ages are welcome!
Sewing with Ms. Nancy: Wednesdays 6:30-8 p.m. at the Honey Brook Library. Ms. Nancy will help you with basic sewing skills or chose a pattern or project from the Library’s many sewing books. We have five sewing machines at the library or bring your own. 610-273-3303 or email jspade@ccls.org.
Knitting & Crocheting Club: Thursdays 7 – 9 p.m. at the Honey Brook Library. Join us for this year round for our knitting, crocheting, and needlepoint crafts program. Bring your own supplies. For more information call 610-273-3303 or email jspade@ccls.org.
Barn Quilt Painting: Saturdays Sept. 9 & 23 at 10 am join us to paint Barn Quilt Squares that will be placed on the front of the library building. For ages 14 through adult. Stop in at the library to sign up.
new YA Book Club: We will be reading and discussing Young Adult Books also known as “YA”. This is for age 18 and older and will meet the 2nd Thursday of each month from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the library. Book Club Dates & YA Books: Sept. 14 – I am Number Four by Pittacus Lore; Oct. 12 – Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell; Nov. 9 – Obsidian by Jennifer Armentrout. For more info call 610-273-3303 or email jspade@ccls.org.
Village Library, MorgantownLego Club: 1st and 3rd Saturday at 9 a.m. For grades K-8.
Yoga: Intro Wed. 8:30 a.m., Intermediate Friday 8:30 a.m. There is a charge, bring mat.
Pinochle/Housie: 12 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays except 3rd. Call Rick at 610-286-6492.
Story Adventures: Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m. for preschool aged children.
Lap Sits: Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. for ages Birth to 2/3.
Movie Night: Last Friday of the month at 6:30 p.m. (contact library for movie being shown).
Eastern Lancaster County Library
Registration: required for programs. Call 717-354-0525 or visit www.elancolibrary.org.
Friday Frolic for Toddlers: 10:30 a.m. (For walking toddlers ages 1-3 with a caregiver)
Preschool Story Time: For ages 3-5 with a caregiver. Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.
Teen Tuesdays: 3 to 5 p.m. Teens are invited to chill out, hang out and geek out. Check our online calendar for weekly activities. (Grades 7-12)
Stay & Play: Fridays at 11:15 a.m. Approximately 15 minutes after toddler story time ends, we’ll get out the toys. Chat with other parents and caregivers while the kids play. (Ages 1-3 with a caregiver)
Pro-Act Family Education Program
Classes: Here you will gather information and resources needed to help a loved one struggling with addiction. Classes are held the first three Wednesdays of every month, from 7-9 p.m. in West Chester. Must register prior to attending. Call the Pro-Act Advocacy line for more information, 800-221-6333. Visit www.proact.org.
Twin Valley Senior CitizensMonthly Meetings: are the 3rd Wednesday of the month, at 1 p.m. at the Morgantown Library. Various speakers and programs scheduled each meeting. Please join us. Call 610-858-2458.
Twin Valley Community Education Foundation
Sign up at tvcef.org or call 610-972-0771.
Full Body Toning (Aerobics) Class: Full Body Toning (Aerobics) Class, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5:45 p.m. or 6:45 p.m. at the TVEC Gym. Join anytime! This class utilizes low impact aerobics with light strength training and toning/floor work followed by cool-down and stretch segment.
Zumba: Mondays and Wednesdays at 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at TVHS. You’ll learn easy to follow Latin-inspired dance moves.
Future EventsSept. 29 Community Dinner: St. Peter United Church of Christ, Route 23, Knauertown will hold a community dinner on Friday, September 29 from 5:30 to 7 pm. The menu has not been determined. The public is invited to stop in and enjoy food, fellowship, fun and possibly entertainment. Free will offering. For more information, call 610-913-7717.
Oct. 14 Indoor/Outdoor Flea Market: St. Peter United Church of Christ, Route 23, Knauertown will hold an indoor/outdoor flea market on Saturday, October 14th from 7 am to 1 pm. Space is available, for a nominal fee. Inside Detterline Hall there is limited table availability; please bring your own. Breakfast and lunch will be served. For more information, or to donate items, call 610-913-7717.
Oct. 27 Community Dinner: St. Peter United Church of Christ, Route 23, Knauertown will hold a community dinner on Friday, October 27 from 5:30 to 7 pm. The menu has not been determined. The public is invited to stop in and enjoy food, fellowship, fun and possibly entertainment. Free will offering. For more information, call 610-913-7717.
