Dec. 6The Two Faces of Chester County: A discussion on homelessness in Chester County will be held Tuesday, Dec. 6 from 7 to 9 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 7 St. Andrew’s Lane Glenmoore. The panel will include representatives of organizations that deal with homelessness and related issues. Light refreshments will be served after the discussion. A Free Will offering will be graciously accepted. For more information, contact Robert Cordivari at rcordivari@gmail.com
Dec. 6Cookie Concert: Flute and Oboe Duets by Bach, Haydn, Telemann and selections of Christmas music, will be performed Tuesday, Dec. 6 from 9:45 to 11 a.m. at Forest Hills Mennonite Church, 100 Quarry Road, Leola. Performing are Rebecca Hartranft and Jill Sweeney. The free concert includes a short intermission with special singing from the Leola MOMS children. Cookie Plates, Jars and Frozen Dough Logs will be available for purchase to benefit Leola Moms, a ministry that has been in existence for more than 30 years providing fellowship and encouragement for mothers in the local community. For more information, call 717-656-6227.
Dec. 7The Living with Loss support group: will gather and spend time reminiscing. Meets Wednesday, Dec. 7, from 10 to 11 a.m. in the Village Square Board Room at Garden Spot Village, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland. Free. Call 717-355-6259 or email jsnyder@gardenspotvillage.org.
Dec. 8Christmas luncheon: Honey Brook Senior Citizens will hold their Christmas luncheon on Thursday, Dec. 8 at 11:45 a.m. in the Honey Brook Presbyterian Church. Each person is asked to bring a covered dish, a $3. wrapped Christmas gift to exchange and a friend. The program will feature a sing-a-long of Christmas music. There will be no meetings in January or February.
The Low Vision Support Group: which participates with the National Macular Degeneration Support Group, will discuss guides to help persons with vision loss remain independent and safe in their environment with ease and without restrictions with Chris Ament, VisionCorps, on Dec. 8, at 3 p.m. in the Garden South Conference Room, Lower Level, at Garden Spot Village, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland. Call 717-355-6010.
Birdsboro Community Blue Christmas Worship: at St. Paul’s UCC in Birdsboro Dec.8 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Are you grieving, weighted by cares, or just want to be touched by the living, healing presence of God? Experience Christ’s blessings through candle lighting, anointing prayers, Holy Communion, music, scripture, and silence. Light refreshments to follow. Phone: 610-582-8461.
Dec. 9 Indoor Flea market: St. Peter United Church of Christ, Route 23, Knauertown will hold an indoor flea market on Saturday, Dec 9 from 7 a.m. 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 610-469-9690 or 610-913-7717.
Dec. 9-10Christkindlmarket: The Daniel Boone Homestead will be featuring its first, to be annual, Christkindlmarket on Friday, Dec. 9 and Saturday, Dec. 10 from 4 to 9 p.m. both nights. The event will feature local wineries, luminaries and Christmas lights, and Christmas gifts by local artisans. The Boone house will be lit and decorated for Christmas. The bank barn and blacksmith shop will be open as well. You can watch the blacksmith hard at work making hand forged Christmas gifts. We are working in conjunction with Christmas at Joanna, at the Joanna Furnace in Morgantown, selling a combination ticket! Call the Homestead for more information, at 610-582-4900.
Dec. 9-10Antietam High School Footlights Drama Club: presents “A Charlie Brown Christmas” at 7 p.m. Dec. 9 and 10 at the Mt. Penn Primary Center. $5 General Seating.
Dec. 10Polar Express Event and Craft Show: Honey Brook Presbyterian Church is hosting a Polar Express Event and Craft Show, Saturday Dec. 10 from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. The Church is located at 4331 Horseshoe Pike, Honey Brook. Admission is free and includes the following: Handmade crafts, operating model train displays, bake sale, silent auction, crafting station for children, and a showing of the movie “The Polar Express” with popcorn and hot chocolate.Contact the church for more information at 610-273-4248 or honeybrookpres.org
Dec. 10Breakfast with Santa: Come and enjoy an all-you-can-eat buffet with Santa Dec. 10 from 8 – 11 a.m. at St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church, 1188 Ben Franklin Hwy East, Douglassville. The all-you-can-eat breakfast includes eggs, pancakes, bacon, sausage, potatoes, toast, coffee, tea, and orange juice. Children 10 & under are free. Parking and entrance at rear of building. Don’t forget to bring your list for Santa!
Dec. 12The Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver’s Support Group: will host a special Christmas holiday celebration for caregivers on Monday, Dec. 12, from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. in the Concord Room at Garden Spot Village, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland. Free. Call 717-355-6076.
Dec. 16Honey Brook Food Pantry: Greenside Grill @ Honeybrook Golf Club will donate 10% of all dinner proceeds to the food pantry on Friday evening Dec. 16. 4-to 9 p.m. Call 610-273-0207 x 2 to make dinner reservation.
Dec. 17Concert: The Bryn Mawr Mainliners will perform on Dec. 17 at Garden Spot Village at 7 p.m. in the chapel at Garden Spot Village, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland. The concerts are free and open to the public. Donations will be accepted at the door. For more information, call 717-355-6000.
Dec. 18Live Nativity: On Dec.18 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. (weather permitting), Take a journey back in time at Cedarville United Methodist Church, walk with a Shepherd Guide following the star of Bethlehem and visit seven scenes that tell the story of Jesus’ birth. Visit the manger — see the live animals; hear how the angels and shepherds spread the word about Jesus’ birth; see the delight of the Wise Men presenting their gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh and, share in the joy of the Christmas Story as told by our grandparents. The Family Life Center will be filled with complimentary hot chocolate and cookies; free craft activities for the children, music and an opportunity to reflect on the true meaning of Christmas with your friends and family. Cedarville United Methodist Church is located at 1092 Laurelwood Road, Pottstown. This is an outside event, so please dress accordingly. Parking is free and the event is handicapped accessible.
Ongoing & UpcomingTeen 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.
Good News Club for children: meets every Thursday after school at Twin Valley Elementary Center. The children will enjoy games, singing, Bible stories and verses. The club is free and all students are welcome.
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.
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.
Story Time with Miss Jennifer: Enjoy songs, stories, and crafts at the Honey Brook Library on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Best suited for preschool ages 2 -5, but all ages are welcome. For more info contact the Library at 610-273-3303 or email jspade@ccls.org.
Mystery Book Club: third Tuesday of each month at 1 p.m. for our Mystery Book Club. Stop in at the library to pick up a reading list. For questions call 610-273-3303 or email jspade@ccls.org
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.
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/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.
Good News Club: Children are invited to come to Good News Club meeting every Thursday after school at Twin Valley Elementary Center. The children will enjoy games, singing, Bible stories and verses. The club is free and all students are welcome.
Twin Valley Community Education Foundation
Full Body Toning (Aerobics) Class: Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5:45 p.m. or 6:45 p.m. at the TVEC Gym. This class utilizes low impact aerobics with light strength training and toning/floor work followed by cool-down and stretch segment. Sign up at tvcef.org or call 610-972-0771.
Zumba!, Mondays and Wednesdays: at 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at TVHS. You’ll learn easy to follow Latin-inspired dance moves. You’ll have a blast with this calorie-burning dance fitness. Sign up at tvcef.org or call 610-972-0771.
Hatha Yoga: with Geraldine Guzman, Thursdays at 7 p.m. at TVHS. This class is easy to learn and is considered basic yoga. Bring your own mat. Sign up at tvcef.org or call 610-972-0771.
