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RecurringCenterport Lions Club: Jamming Sessions will be held every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month. Music starts at 5:30 p.m. All musicians welcome.
Senior Citizens Club of Hamburg: The Hamburg Seniors meet at 2 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesday of each month in the Hamburg Area Middle School cafeteria. If school is canceled on the meeting day because of bad weather, the meeting is canceled.
Hamburg Public Library Story Time: The Hamburg Public Library has story time on Wednesday and Friday mornings at 11 a.m. for ages 18 months through 3 years old, preschoolers and home schooled early elementary. The schedule is available on the library’s website at www.berks.lib.pa.us/hamburgpl.
Hamburg Public Library Board Meetings: Library board meetings are held the second Tuesdays. Public encouraged to attend.
Chestnut Knoll Assisted Living: 120 W. Fifth Street, Boyertown, hosts a monthly family support group for those who are coping with Alzheimer’s disease. Affiliated with Alzheimer’s Association, held on third Thursdays 6 p.m.
Bethany United Methodist Church Young Children’s Choir: Ages 2-6 practicing 1st 3 Wednesday each month at 6:30 p.m. Singing at 10:15 Worship Service. Sunday after 3rd practice each month. Call Mary Sabas at 570-593-8744 or leave a message at 610-562-2861. Located at 321 Island Street, Hamburg.
Shoemakersville Fire Company Line Dancing: Banquet Hall on second Fridays. DJ playing country music and Cash Bar available 7 to 10 p.m. Must be 21 to enter.
Play Competitive Scrabble: Every Tuesday 6 to 10 p.m. at Dunkin’ Donuts, 1618 Mountain Road, Hamburg. Free event. For more information call Patrick at 484-665-2303. RSVP so we know how much space is needed. Visit http://x2t.com/315285.
Schuylkill Valley Library: Wednesdays 9:30 a.m. StoryRiders Preschool Storytime. Stories, songs, giggles, and games. Ages 0-5.
Fridays 10 a.m. Storytime with Miss Kelly. Stories, crafts at Schuylkill Valley Community Library, 1310 Washington Rd., Leesport. 610-926-1555. www.berks.lib.pa.us/ssv.
Food Bank: We Agape You, Inc. holds a food bank last Thursday of every month 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Bern UCC, 3196 Bernville Rd. Leesport. All are welcome to stop in and obtain free grocery items. Visit www.weagapeyou.org.
Detox Hatha Yoga: Sundays through September from 11 a.m. to Noon at Berks County Heritage Center, 1102 Red Bridge Road, Bern Township. Enjoy the outdoors (when weather permits) while rejuvenating through the ancient science of yoga with a PSU fitness instructor who is Yoga Alliance registered. These classes are free; participants are asked to bring a towel or yoga mat and water. This program is presented by the Berks County Parks and Recreation Department. For more information, call 610-374-8839, visit www.countyofberks.com/parks or check us out on Facebook.
UpcomingSeptember 12 New Bethel Church Bus Trip to “Joseph” at Sight and Sound Theatre: with lunch at Shady Maple, all proceeds benefit New Bethel Church. Call Margie at 610-298-2451.
Berks Encore-Strausstown Center
(610) 488-5770All month: Collecting School Supplies
July 29: 1 p.m.: Candy Bingo – Bring a bag of candy and join the fun.
July 31: 12 Noon.: Join us for our monthly ice cream social – Bring a topping. Ice cream provided.
July 29Hamburg Area School District hosts summer rehearsals of the World Champion Blue Devils Drum and Bugle Corps: rehearse July 29, 12 to 10 p.m.; July 30, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; July 31, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Aug. 1, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., at the Hamburg Area High School football stadium. The concession stand open during rehearsals on July 29 from 2 to 6 p.m., July 30 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; July 31 from noon to 5 p.m., and Aug. 1 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The Music Association hopes the community supports the music students by buying a meal, snack, or novelty ice cream treat during the Blue Devils event.
Aug. 1Open House: at Leesport Lock House, 27 E. Wall St., Leesport. The Lock House is open for tours from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Leesport Lock House Redware Workshop: 27 E Wall, Leesport at 9:40 a.m. and 1:10 p.m. Information and Pre-registration call 610-926-5770.
Hamburg Field Hockey Car Wash: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Hamburg Family Eyecare, located in the rear parking lot of 260 State Street. $5 for a carwash.
Indian Sign Language: 10 to 11 a.m. at Berks County Heritage Center, 1102 Red Bridge Road, Reading. Join “Porcupine Pat” of the Schuylkill Conservation District as he shares this colorful language to help better appreciate the history and cultures of our area. Program presented by Berks County Parks and Recreation Department in partnership with Spring Township Parks and Recreation. Call 610-374-2944 or visit www.countyofberks.com/parks for more information.
Aug. 2Fusion Young Adults Service: 6:30 p.m. at the Journey Cafe, 3rd and Pine Streets, Hamburg. Join the Bridge Church for fellowship, fun, worship and light refreshments. Worship by Mason Koehler with Guest Speaker Matt Kay. Childcare available for children 0-6 years. Visit www.hamburgbridge.com for more information.
Performing Arts in the Parks Presents Rockafillys: The program kicks off at 6 p.m. at the Gring’s Mill Amphitheater, 2083 Tulpehocken Road, Wyomissing. Accompanied by the RockaFellas, this six piece combo knows how to get you up on your feet. Free event, but a $5 parking donation is requested.
“Snakes and Scales and Turtle Tales”: As part of the 2015 Kids Summer Series, at 4 p.m. join Phil Witman for a special presentation in the Gring’s Mill Barn, 2083 Tulpehocken Road, Wyomissing. Children will experience an “up-close encounter” of some of the local reptiles that call our state their home. Free event, but a $2 parking donation is requested. Presented by the Berks County Parks and Recreation Department.
Aug. 7Beginner Paddle Boarding No. 3: 5 to 8 p.m. at Blue Marsh Lake, Church Road Parking Area, Bern Township. Trained professionals from 3D Outdoor Rentals will teach participants the basics of paddle boarding. No experience needed for this safe and fun family workshop. Schedule a 45-minute demonstration for 5 p.m., 5:45 p.m., 6:30 p.m. or 7:15 p.m. Space is limited to six participants per session. Register by Aug. 3 by calling 610-374-2944. Program presented by the Berks County Parks and Recreation Department.
Aug. 853rd Annual Hamburg Sidewalk Sale: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Rain or shine. Sponsored by the Greater Hamburg Business Association. Come shop local and support the area’s businesses.
Artists’ Rummage Sale: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Art & Craft Gallery of Hamburg, 355 State Street. A great opportunity to purchase artwork and supplies at a reduced price. A portion of the proceeds benefits the Hamburg Area Art Alliance and Our Town Foundation. For more information, email hamburgarts@verizon.net or call 610-562-3106.
Butterfly Garden Outdoor Photography: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Kernsville Dam Recreation Area butterfly garden. A family-oriented program where the focus is on outdoor photography. Learn about lighting, subjects and more. Online photo contest to follow the event for those interested. Raindate is Aug. 9. Register by Aug. 1. Fee is $5.
Professional Rodeo: Gates open at 5 p.m. Event at 7 p.m. Located at Mountain Springs Outdoor Arena, I78 exit 23, Shartlesville. The event will include bull riding and barrel race events, as well as competitions for children. Food and concession area, covered seating and free parking. Contact 610-488-9653 for visit www.mountainspringarena.com for information.
The Old Time Plow Boys Club, Inc. Annual Summer Show: From 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the PA German Heritage Center, 22 Luckenbill Road, Kutztown. Featuring CASE tractors, Car and Truck Cruise and Crazy Hearts Band from 5 to 8 p.m. Event will also include antique tractor pulls, garden tractor pulls, wagon and barrel rides, children’s crafts, games and combine races, pedal tractor pulls and food. Vendors are welcome. Free admission and parking. Call 610-683-6408 or visit www.oldtimeplowboys.com.
Aug. 9Blue Mountain Heritage Chorus 7th Annual Concert “WE CAN SING A RAINBOW”: 3 p.m. at St. Mary’s R.C. Church, 94 Walnut Road, Hamburg. Purchase tickets in Advance or at door. Call Carol Kissinger for tickets, 610-488-7791.
Strausstown Fire Company’s Breakfast: Sunday, August 9 at the Strausstown Fire Company’s Community Campus, 50 East Avenue, Strausstown; 8 a.m. to noon; full breakfast menu; proceeds benefit the Apparatus Fund.
The Old Time Plow Boys Club, Inc. Annual Summer Show: From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the PA German Heritage Center, 22 Luckenbill Road, Kutztown. Featuring CASE tractors, and Jack and Friends from 1 to 4 p.m. The Freyberger One Room Schoolhouse will be open. Event will also include antique tractor pulls, garden tractor pulls, wagon and barrel rides, children’s crafts, games and combine races, pedal tractor pulls and food. Vendors are welcome. Free admission and parking. Call 610-683-6408 or visit www.oldtimeplowboys.com.
Aug. 13Keystone Mountain Way: will play at the Grand Old Opry of Centerport, 2207 Main Street. Food will be served at 4:30 p.m. Jamming begins at 5:30 p.m. The band will play at 7 p.m. Cancellations will be announced on WEEU. For questions, call Marilyn at 610-926-2627. Individual musicians and groups of musicians are always welcome.
Aug. 14Triple B Skills & Tricks In-Line Skating and Skateboard Competitions: Competitions for skills and tricks, as well as for Best Trick. Starts at 4 p.m. at Stonecliffe Action Park, 1200 Monroe Street, Reading. Open to all ages and includes beginner, intermediate and advanced categories. A category must have five participants to be considered a competition. Otherwise, it will be an exhibition with no prize. Park will be open to ride afterward until 10 p.m. Participants can pre-register by Aug. 13 for $5 with the Berks County Parks and Recreation Department. Price of registration on competition day is $10. Call 610-374-2944 or visit www.countyofberks.com/parks for more information.
Aug. 15Peach Festival: sponsored by St. John’s/ Thrivent Members at the Hamburg Field House, Pine St., Hamburg, 3 to 8 p.m. Rain or Shine! Peaches & ice cream, soup, beverages, french fries, hot dogs, hamburgers, BBQ, homemade baked goods. Entertainment by Jalappa Allstars. Join us for fun & fellowship.
Dragonfly Walk: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Kernsville Dam Monument Parking Lot. Free event. Join Ken Lebo and Tony “Doc” Schoch on a fun and informative walk through the Basin to learn about dragonflies. A joint presentation of the Mengel Natural History Society and the Baird Ornithological Club. Contact Ken Lebo at 610-856-1413 or Tony Schoch at 610-670-0657.
Triple B Skills & Tricks Scooter and BMX Competitions: Competitions for skills and tricks, as well as for Best Trick. Starts at 4 p.m. at Stonecliffe Action Park, 1200 Monroe Street, Reading. Open to all ages and includes beginner, intermediate and advanced categories. A category must have five participants to be considered a competition. Otherwise, it will be an exhibition with no prize. Park will be open to ride afterward until 10 p.m. Participants can pre-register by Aug. 13 for $5 with the Berks County Parks and Recreation Department. Price of registration on competition day is $10. Call 610-374-2944 or visit www.countyofberks.com/parks for more information.
Aug. 16Picnic in the Park: Starts at 10 a.m. at Edenburg Park, 302 Florence Avenue, Hamburg. Hosted by Salem EC Church. Come out for family fun in the park, worship, games, prizes, a meal and a Bible lesson. Contact 610-562-5033 or wearesalem@comcast.net.
Performing Arts in the Parks Presents The Joshua Davis Loop Group: 6 p.m. at the Gring’s Mill Amphitheater, 2083 Tulpehocken Road, Wyomissing. Join the fun with an exciting performance filled with synthesizing elements of jazz, classical music, Indian classical music, funk and pop. Free event, but a $5 parking donation is requested.
“Share This World” with Jim Rule: This last installment in the 2015 Kids Summer Series will be held at 4 p.m. in the Gring’s Mill Pavilion, 2083 Tulpehocken Road, Wyomissing. Jim will play his toe-tapping tunes and anthems of inspiration that will make children and grown-ups alike smile and sing along. Free event, but a $2 parking donation is requested. Presented by the Berks County Parks and Recreation Department.
Aug. 2247th Annual Consignment Auction: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Leesport Farmer’s Market. Berks County Grange is selling a full line of farm equipment, lawn and garden equipment, household items, antiques, collectibles and tools. Purchased items must be paid in cash or PA check on day of sale. Bring household items Aug. 20 and 21 from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Bring farm and lawn and garden equipment Aug. 20 from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Aug. 21 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Contact Heather Mengel at 610-756-6001, Eric Blatt at 610-562-9680 or Henry Seidel at 610-223-1082 for lawn and garden. For farm equipment, contact Donald Daub at 717-933-4218, Feryl Treichler at 610-683-8200 or Robert Sattazahn at 610-589-4466.
Farm Festival: At the Historical Dreibelbis Farm, 356 Hard Hill Road, Hamburg, located on Route 143 south of Virginville. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Activities will include demonstrations of life on the farm including basket weaving, birdhouse making, blacksmith, broom making, butchering, butter making, candle making, chair caning, dairying, dowsing, fabric dyeing, glass bead art, handmade ceramics, jams and jellies, pewtercasting, sauerkraut making, threshing machines, tools from the past, wood turning, wool spinning, handmade lotions and soaps, old-time farm equipment, quilting for beginners, Native American displays, a hay ride and old-time games for the children. Food will be available. Free admission and parking. An entrance fee will be charged for tours of the main house. Event will be held rain or shine. For more information visit www.Dreibelbisfarm.org, Historic Dreibelbis Farm on Facebook or contact Mark Dreibelbis at 610-488-7896.
Aug. 27New Found Grass: to perform at the Grand Old Opry of Centerport, 2207 Main Street. Food will be served at 4:30 p.m. Jamming begins at 5:30 p.m. followed by the featured group at 7 p.m. Cancellations will be announced on WEEU. For questions, call Marilyn at 610-926-2627. Individual musicians and groups of musicians are always welcome.
Aug. 29Demolition Derby: At Mountain Springs Outdoor Arena, I78 exit 23, Shartlesville. Gates open at 5 p.m., event at 7 p.m. Tickets sold only at the gate, credit cards accepted. Food and concession area, covered seating and free parking available. Contact 610-488-9653 or visit www.mountainspringarena.com for more information.
Aug. 30Performing Arts in the Park Presents Crow Hill: preceded by a country-style dancing workshop with Louise Lamar Dance Studio. Held at Hamburg Community Park. Dance workshop at 4:30 p.m. Concert at 6 p.m. Crow Hill plays a wide selection of songs with styles ranging from country to bluegrass to gospel. Both features are free and provided by the Berks County Parks and Recreation Department in partnership with the Hamburg Borough.
Sept. 512th Annual Taste of Hamburg-er Festival: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in Downtown Hamburg. Free admission. This year’s event will include a second beer garden, professional and amateur hamburger eating contests, five stages of entertainment, children’s activities and more. Visit www.tasteofhamburger.com for more information.
Sept. 10Blue Ridge Mountain Clan: to perform at the Grand Old Opry of Centerport, 2207 Main Street. Food will be served at 4:30 p.m. Jamming begins at 5:30 p.m. followed by the featured group at 7 p.m. Cancellations will be announced on WEEU. For questions, call Marilyn at 610-926-2627. Individual musicians and groups of musicians are always welcome.
Sept. 24Mountain View Blue Grass: to perform at the Grand Old Opry of Centerport, 2207 Main Street. Food will be served at 4:30 p.m. Jamming begins at 5:30. Featured group at 7 p.m. Cancellations will be announced on WEEU. For questions, call Marilyn at 610-926-2627. Individual musicians and groups of musicians are always welcome.
