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Ongoing & Upcoming
Good News Club: Children are invited to come to the Twin Valley Elementary Center every Thursday after school to enjoy games, singing, Bible stories and verses. The club is free and all students are welcome!
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. Contact Jeanne S. at Jeanne.1105@yahoo.com and Alice H. at ahoran286@gmail.com.
Discovering Your Psychic Ability: Tuesdays through April 5, 6 p.m. at Owen J. Roberts Middle School. Visit chestercountynightschool.org or call 610-692-1964.
Animal Communication Class: Wednesdays through April 6, 6 p.m. at Owen J. Roberts High School. Visit chestercountynightschool.org or call 610-692-1964.
Coconut & Peanut Butter Egg Sale: St. Peter UCC, Route 23, Knauertown is selling homemade coconut and peanut butter eggs until sold out. Eggs are sold in one-pound packages and can be picked up at the National Penn Bank, Route 23, Bucktown; Malvern Savings Bank, Route 23, Bucktown; Coventry Pub, Route 100, Coventry; and St. Peter UCC, Detterline Hall. For more info, call 610-469-9690 or 610-913-7717.
St. Benedict’s Bereavement Support Group: This group offers an opportunity to come together to work through the grieving process with the help and support of others who have experienced this difficult journey. Meets 5 consecutive Wednesdays beginning March 30, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in St. Benedict’s rectory meeting room, 2020 Chestnut Hill Rd., Mohnton. Free and non-denominational. To register or for more info, call Judy Champion, 610-775-7782 or the parish office, 610-856-1006.
Honey Brook Community Library
For program registration/questions, contact 610-273-3303 or e-mail jspade@ccls.org.
Vision Screening for Kids: Ages 0-11, on March 26, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sponsored by Honey Brook Lions Club. Registration required.
NEW Block Party Program: The Library is beginning a new program. Join us to play with our new wood blocks. Remaining preschool dates are April 26 and May 25 at 10 a.m. Registration required.
Pieces – Autism Support Group: 2nd Tuesdays 6 p.m. Contact the library for more information.
Mystery Book Club: third Tuesdays 1 p.m. Stop in at the library to pick up a reading list.
Sewing with Ms. Nancy: Wednesdays 6:30-8 p.m. Ms. Nancy will help you with basic sewing skills or chose a pattern or project from Library’s sewing books. We have five sewing machines at the library or bring your own.
Story Time with Miss Jennifer: Songs, stories and crafts at the library on Wednesdays and Thursdays, April 6 through May 19, at 10 a.m. Best suited for preschool ages 2-5 but all ages welcome. Contact the library for more information.
D&D Club: Join us select Saturdays from 3-5 p.m. for our Dungeons and Dragons Club, for ages 12 through young adult. Registration required.
Beef and Brew Fundraiser: April 22, 7 p.m. to midnight. All you can eat. Music, dancing, food and fun at Honey Brook Lions Club, 14 Mount Pleasant Rd., Honey Brook. Music provided by Voodoo Cadillac. Tickets are available now at the library. Call or visit the library for more info. All attendees must be 21 or older. Proceeds benefit future library projects.
Raise A Reader: Join Miss Melissa at the library on Fridays, April 22 and 29, and May 6, at 10 a.m. Program for children 0-36 months. Rhymes, fingerplays, music and lots of books. Limited to 15 children and their caregivers. Registration required.
Village Library, Morgantown
Lego 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/Hausie: 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).
Seed Swap: March 22, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Library patrons encouraged to bring seeds to share with fellow patrons. Seeds for flowers and vegetables, both annuals and perennials available. Volunteers have donated seeds from their 2015 gardens and created seed packets to hold your seeds. If you don’t have seeds to share, please come anyway. The library has thousands of seeds and will offer seed packets to anyone interested. Gardening magazines and books are available to you plan your 2016 garden.
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 after school. 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)
Twin Valley Community Education Foundation
Sign up: required for events/programs. Online at tvcef.org or call 610-972-0771.
Full Body Toning: Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5:45 or 6:45 p.m. at the TVEC gym. Low impact aerobics with light strength training and toning/floor work, followed by a cool-down and stretch segment. Next 10 week session started March 1, but join anytime.
Wine Tour with TVCEF: Sunday, April 10, noon to 6 p.m. Visit three York County wineries. Must be 21 or older to participate.
Babysitters Training Class: ages 11-14, April 16, 8:30 to 3:30 p.m. at TVHS Library.
NYC Free Day: April 23, transportation via Krapf coach bus. Take the day and go shopping, sightseeing, check out museums, and enjoy everything New York City has to offer.
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.
Nolde Forest Environmental Education Center
2910 New Holland Rd., ReadingPond Explore: March 23, 1-3 p.m. beginning at McConnell Education Hall. What creatures are out in the woods and moving in the pond? Indoor presentation followed by hike through the woods and pond exploration. No fee. Call 610-796-3699 for more information or register.
Guided Hike: March 24, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. beginning at McConnell Education Hall. Hike the trails with a Nolde educator. Natural and seasonal points of interest included in hike. Trekking poles available for loan. Medium difficulty hike, approximately 2 miles. No fee. Call 610-796-3699 for more info.
Nests: Bring the kids to learn about nests through pictures and samples on the first Sunday of the month, April 3, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Go outdoors and explore the park with Nolde staff to look for different nests. Create a model nest to take home. Starts at McConnell Hall, registration requested. No fee.
Weaver’s Orchard
Annual Easter Egg Hunt: March 25 and March 26, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Egg hunts will run on the hour, and children will be divided up by age group (age 3 and under, age 4-6, age 7 and above). Each group will hunt during each hour. Last hunt at 2 p.m. will be all ages combined. Admission includes egg hunt for candy-filled eggs, a basket for collecting eggs, photos with the Easter Bunny, story time, Easter egg bocce ball, sack races, bean bag toss, face painting, meet and greet with Posey the Clown and the baby animals zoo.
Honey Brook Fire Company
679 Firehouse Ln., Honey Brook
Easter Flower Sale: Dates are March 23 (3-9 p.m.), March 24 (3-9 p.m.), March 25 (1-9 p.m.) and March 26 (8 a.m. to 9 p.m.). Cash, VISA, MasterCard and personal checks accepted. Choose from tulips, lilies, azaleas, chrysanthemums and hyacinths.
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny: March 26, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Buffet style.
March 26
“The Great Celebration” & Church Community Egg Hunt: at Forks of the Brandywine Evangelical Presbyterian Church, 1648 Horseshoe Pike, Glenmoore. If held inside, location is 655 Hibernia Rd. Free event. Registration begins 10:30 a.m. and events at 11 a.m. Rain/indoor or shine/outdoor. There will be Biblical message, egg hunt (ages 0-10), egg decorating, face painting, balloon shapes, games, drinks and snacks. Bring your Easter Baskets. Register online at www.forkschurch.org or by calling 610-942-2626.
Easter Egg Hunt: hosted by Honeybrook American Legion Aux. 1 p.m. Rain or shine. Main St. in Honey Brook.
Chicken Barbecue: at Geigertown Fire Company, 3433 Hay Creek Rd., Geigertown. Begins 10:30 a.m. Cost per dinner. For more information, call 610-286-6481. The fire company needs and appreciates your support.
March 28
Parkinson’s Support Group: at Garden Spot Village, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland. 2-3 p.m. in the Theater and will host guest speaker Frances A. Hadley, RD, LDN, CDE, Wellspan Hospital, Ephrata.
April 2
OneRunTogether’s Signs of Spring 5K Race: will be held 9 a.m. at Honeybrook Golf Club, 1422 Cambridge Rd., Honey Brook. Run on golf cart paths. Runners receive breakfast after the race. Profits local cancer patients in need. Visit www.oneruntogether.org or call 610-733-2181 for more information.
April 5
Robeson Lutheran Preschool Open House: 6 to 7:30 p.m. for families to visit the preschool and check out offerings for the fall. 3520 Plow Rd., Mohnton. Contact the preschool office, 610-856-7613, or preschool610@dejazzd.com with questions. Visit www.robesonlutheranpreschool.org or the Facebook page to learn more.
April 6
Living with Loss Support Group: will host guest speaker Jenny Snyder, LSW. 10 to 11 a.m. in the Village Square Board Room at Garden Spot Village, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland. Free. Call 717-355-6010 or e-mail khorning@gardenspotvillage.org.
April 7
The Shepherd’s Kitchen: FREE Community Dinner at Honey Brook Presbyterian Church, 4331 Horseshoe Pike, Honey Brook. All are welcome. Dinner takes place in the Fellowship Hall, the building to the left of the church. Call 610-273-2848 for more information.
April 8
21st Tri-County Art Show: sponsored by Twin Valley Rotary Club, will be held starting today and running through April 10 in the Caernarvon Township Community Room, in Morgantown. Show features local artists and Twin Valley HS students. This year’s show has opportunities for artists to present their work. No fee to participate. Contact Ron at rmoyerfb23@gmail.com or 610-286-7689 if interested. Artists will find additional info at www.tricountyartshow.org.
April 9
Spaghetti Dinner: Nantmeal UMC, 359 Nantmeal Rd., Glenmoore. 4-7 p.m. Eat in or take out. Spaghetti, meatballs, salad, bread, drink and dessert. For advance reservations, call 610-363-5820.
April 11
Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group: will present “The Basics of Validation Therapy” with Jim Day, M. Div., North American Validation Association, 10 to 11 a.m. in the Concord Room at Garden Spot Village, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland. Free. Call 717-355-6076.
April 13
“Roadmap” Addiction Treatment & Resources: sponsored by Berks HOPE, 6 to 8:30 p.m., doors open 5 p.m., at DoubleTree Hotel, 701 Penn St., Reading. Learn about addiction and resources available to Berks residents, meet with local recovery organizations, hear from individuals directly affected by addiction and more. Visit www.caron.org/BerksHOPE for more information.
April 14
Low Vision Support Group: will have a presentation entitled “Low Vision Myths” with John Horst, PA Council for the Blind, at 3 p.m. in the Garden South Conference Room at Garden Spot Village, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland. Call 717-355-6010.
April 16
National Healthcare Decision Day: at Garden Spot Village, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland. The facility with host guest speaker Joan Groh, Community Relations Representative, Hospice and Community Care, from 2 to 3 p.m. in the Chapel. Call 717-355-6010.
April 19
West Caln Historical Society Meeting: “Finding Amelia – The True Story of the Earhart Disappearance” will be the presentation topic, presented by Richard Gillespie, historian, Executive Director of TIGHAR, aeronautic researcher. Meeting held 7 p.m. at West Caln Municipal Building, 721 W. Kings Hwy., Wagontown. Free and open to public.
April 25
Parkinson’s Support Group: meets 2 to 3 p.m. in the Theater at Garden Spot Village, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland, and will host guest speaker Amy Fulford, Physical Therapist at Garden Spot Village.
