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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.
Shake Your Soul Fitness: Thursdays at Hopewell Christian Fellowship, 2286 Hopewell Road, Elverson, 7-8 p.m., beginning Jan. 21, a six week series offered on a donation basis, with proceeds benefiting Chester County Women’s Services. Combines movement therapy, stretching sequences and dance. Promotes cardiovascular fitness, toning and flexibility, while relieving stress and tension. Make class as vigorous or gentle as choose. For ALL fitness levels. Led by Lynn Shugar M. Ed, certified Shake Your Soul Instructor. Attend as many classes as you choose. Registration not required. Bring yoga mat.
Honey Brook Community Library
For program registration/questions, contact 610-273-3303 or e-mail jspade@ccls.org.
NEW Block Party Program: The Library is beginning a new program. Join us to play with our new wood blocks. Preschool dates are Feb. 23, April 26 and May 25 at 10 a.m. School age (K-5) dates are Feb. 23 at 6 p.m. and March 19 at 3 p.m. Registration required.
Grandma Gatewood’s Walk Book Discussion: Chosen by Longwood Gardens as its choice for third Community Readers title, this book tells the story of a walk that is listed as the first solo walk of the entire Appalachian Trail by a female. The Library will hold 2 discussions for residents of the Honey Brook area, Feb. 9 at 1 p.m. and March 1 at 7 p.m. Readers can contact the Library to register and borrow a copy of the book.
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: Wednesdays and Thursdays through Feb. 25 at 10 a.m. Enjoy stories, songs and crafts. Best suited for preschool (ages 2-5) but all ages welcome. For more info, contact the library.
Raise A Reader: Join Miss Melissa on Friday, Feb. 5 at 10 a.m. (ages 0-36 months). Rhymes, finger plays, music and books. Limited to 15 children and caregivers. Call to register or for more info.
Bedtime Math, Crazy 8s Club: Join us on Thursdays at 6 p.m. in February and March for this new, hands on math program for grades 2-5. Begins Feb. 4. Registration required. Must sign up for all 8 weeks.
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).
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 Center
4851 North Twin Valley Road, Elverson: 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.
Zumba: Mondays and Wednesdays at 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at TVHS.
Pilates: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 to 5:45 p.m. at TVEC. For all ability levels.
Digital Photography Level 1 with Bob Gross: Tuesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at TVHS. Learn to control exposure, aperture, white balance and ISO settings.
Gentle Yoga: Tuesdays at 7 to 8:15 p.m.
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., ReadingPirates in the Park DiscoverE Camp: Children ages 6-12. Attendees will learn about the watershed through making pirate maps, building a small boat and studying creatures of the shallows. Fridays after school, March 11, 18 and 25. 3:45-5:45 p.m. Preregistration required. Deadline to register March 1. Space limited. Fee includes all materials. Meet in McConnell Hall. Contact 610-796-3699 or MarKemp@pa.gov.
Feb. 2
“Do You Feel Heard in Your Marriage?”: Sylvia Gearhart will share on this question. All women are welcome at Neighbors, held at Conestoga Mennonite Church, 2779 Main St., Morgantown. 9:15-11 a.m. Free childcare provided.
Feb. 3
Living with Loss Support Group: at Garden Spot Village, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland. We will host guest speaker Elaine Potts, LCSW. 10 to 11 a.m. in the Village Square Board Room. Free. Call 717-355-6010 or e-mail khorning@gardenspotvillage.org.
Feb. 6
Contra Dancing: Offered by Birdsboro Contra Dance from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. at Birdsboro Community Memorial Center, 201 E. Main St. in Birdsboro. Beginner instruction, 7 p.m. Caller is Dan Black with music by Unbowed. There is a charge. Wear soft-soled shoes. Visit www.birdsborocontra.org for more information.
Feb. 7
All You Can Eat Breakfast Buffet: 7-11 a.m. at Geigertown Fire Company, 3433 Hay Creek Rd. The fire company needs and appreciates your support. Call 610-286-6481 for more information.
Feb. 8
Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group: will host guest speaker Lauren Graber, director of wellness at Garden Spot Village, from 10 to 11 a.m. in the Concord Room of Garden Spot Village, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland. Free. Call 717-355-6076.
Feb. 9
Create Greeting Cards: All women are welcome for a fun morning of creating greeting cards at Neighbors, a women’s ministry of Conestoga Mennonite Church, 2779 Main St., Morgantown. 9:15-11 a.m. Free childcare. Pre-registration required, call 610-286-9124.
Feb. 10
Honey Brook Women’s Club: will meet at 6:30 p.m. in the Honey Brook Presbyterian Church. Tony Scalies of Honey Brook Pharmacy will present a program on medications and possible reactions. Refreshments served. All women of the community invited to attend.
Feb. 11
Low Vision Support Group: participates with the National Macular Degeneration Support Group to host guest speaker Michelle Farell, LCSW, at 3 p.m. in the Garden South Conference Room at Garden Spot Village, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland. Call 717-355-6010.
Feb. 12
Free Movie Night: hosted by Caernarvon Township’s Park & Recreation Board, 7 p.m. Toy Story 2 will be shown. Popcorn and drinks will be provided. Any questions can be e-mailed to njs729@hotmail.com.
Feb. 13
Reading Symphony Orchestra Valentine’s Concert: 7:30 p.m. at Santander Performing Arts Center, featuring acclaimed jazz artist Dee Daniels, led by guest conductor Bradley Thachuck, entitled the Great Ladies of Swing. The evening features music made famous by iconic female jazz singers. Call 610-373-7557 for tickets or more information. Visit www.readingsymphony.org.
Honey Brook Lions Valentines Day: 7-11 p.m. at the Honey Brook Lions Center. There is a charge. Includes a live performance by Adriano, and all ladies receive a free rose. Food available. BYOB. For more info, call 610-698-0109 or 610-637-2395.
Feb. 16
West Caln Historical Society Meeting: “Life of Madame Curie (1867-1934)” with special speaker Ann Atkins, historian, author. 7 p.m. at West Caln Municipal Building, 721 W. Kings Hwy., Wagontown. Free. Open to public.
Feb. 20
Temple Avenue Jazz: will give a performance in the chapel at Garden Spot Village, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland, at 7 p.m. This quintet consists of a saxophonist, pianist, bassist, drummer and vocalist. They blend youthful spirit with the standard traditions of music, and their performances of swing, bebop and blues have been enjoyed across the county. Free and open to public. Donations accepted at the door.
Feb. 22
Parkinson’s Support Group: 2 to 3 p.m. in the Theater at Garden Spot Village, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland. We will hold two individual discussions on caring and coping.
Feb. 23
Steel, Stories and Spirits: hosted by National Iron & Steel Heritage Museum, Feb. 23, 6-7:30 p.m. Join us at Thorndale Inn for our first program. Enjoy dinner and drinks while a local historian tells stories of the early iron industry in the Great Valley area. Cost for dinner and drinks. Please RSVP by Feb. 16. Call 610-384-9282 or e-mail marketing@steelmuseum.org.
Feb. 26
Twin Valley & Region Orchestra Concert: PMEA Northeast Region Orchestra will come to Twin Valley High School Feb. 24-26. Students will come from 12 counties in the Northeastern part of the state. Guest conductor is Dr. Dennis Layendecker of George Mason University. Concert will be held at 7 p.m. (Feb. 26) Tickets will be sold both in advance and at the door.
