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Ongoing & Upcoming
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.
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, which began 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.
Public Trap Shoots at Elverson Gun Club: Every Tuesday night starting in April 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, 12 noon. This year, we celebrate our 75th anniversary. For more info, call Jim Siegel at 610-827-9251 or e-mail JRSSW@msn.com.
Public Board Shoots at Elverson Gun Club: First Sunday of each month, 12 noon, Oct. through June. Ladies, inexperienced and younger shooters encouraged to join. Call 610-286-9860 for more information.
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. Remaining preschool dates are April 26 and May 25 at 10 a.m. Registration required.
Pieces – Autism Support Group: This month, we will meet Thursday, April 28 (group usually meets 2nd Tuesdays) 6 p.m. Christine Russell will speak on the topic “Supporting the Autism Spectrum Naturally.” Learn how essential oils and other natural solutions can be used to safely support a person with ASD. We will discuss focus/concentration, anxious feelings and sensory needs. Talk is free, but registration required. Contact the library for registration or 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 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.
Raise A Reader: Join Miss Melissa at the library on Fridays, April 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).
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.
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.
April 29
Community Dinner: St. Peter UCC, Route 23, Knauertown, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Planned menu is ham, mashed potatoes, vegetable and assorted desserts (menu subject to change). Public is invited to stop in and enjoy food, fellowship and fun. For more information, call 610-469-9690 or 610-913-7717.
April 30
Chicken Barbecue Dinner: at Goodwill United Methodist Church, 148 Church Rd., Elverson. 12 to 5 p.m. or until sold out. Call 610-286-5875 for further information. Reserved tickets will be held until 4 p.m. only.
Spring Fling: Flea Market/Chinese Auction, lots of food including our famous soups. St. James Lutheran Church, 1337 Geigertown Rd., Geigertown. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more info and to rent a table, call 610-582-8220.
May 1
Draggin’ Wagons Car Club: 7th Annual Spring Car, Truck & Bike Show beginning at 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. rain or shine. Will be held a half mile west of Honey Brook, west of Route 322 and Route 10 intersection, on Route 322 West. Category plaques awarded and Club President’s Choice. Door prizes, games, gift baskets raffle, music, 50/50, food by Honey Brook Lions and ice cream by Lickity Split. Donation fee at the gate, flea market set up for a donation. Proceeds benefit Tri-County Area charities.
Guided Hike: at Nolde Forest Environmental Education Center, 2910 New Holland Rd., Reading. Hike trails with a Nolde educator. Natural and seasonal points of interest, trekking poles available for loan. Medium difficulty, approx. 2 miles. No fee. 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Meet at McConnell Education Hall. Dress appropriately. Call 610-796-3699 for more information.
Flying Wild Day & Mansion Open House: Nolde Forest Environmental Education Center, 2910 New Holland Rd., Reading. Flying Wild Festival, 1-4 p.m., help us celebrate the return of birds to PA from winter locations. Games, activities, crafts all focused on birds. Short birding basic hikes offered. Also, short videos about the Nolde Forest Mansion House will be shown and parts of the mansion open to tour. No fee. Call 610-796-3699.
All You Can Eat Breakfast: Geigertown Fire Company, 3433 Hay Creek Rd., 7-11 a.m. Call 610-286-6481 for more info. The fire company needs and appreciates your support.
Quarter Raffle Fundraiser: Honeybrook American Legion Auxiliary, starts 2 p.m. Doors open 1 p.m. Nominal admission fee includes 2 paddles; bring a can of food, get 1 free paddle. Many vendors. Food and drink available. Door prizes, Cash & Carry. Auxiliary to make donation to local charities. Held at Honeybrook American Legion 4820, Horseshoe Pike, Honeybrook. Open to public.
May 4
Living with Loss Support Group: will host guest speaker Pastor Chet Yoder, 10 to 11 a.m. at Garden Spot Village, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland, in the Village Square Board Room. Free. Call 717-355-6259 or e-mail jsnyder@gardenspotvillage.org.
May 5
The Shepherd’s Kitchen: a FREE community dinner at Honey Brook Presbyterian Church, 4331 Horseshoe Pike, Honey Brook. Held in Fellowship Hall, building on the left of the chapel. Held 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. All are welcome.
National Day of Prayer Service: at Cedar Grove Presbyterian Church, 4833 Division Hwy., East Earl (Rt. 322 & 897), around the flagpole at 10 a.m. This is the 65th Annual Observance. This year’s theme is “Wake up America.” You may bring a lawn chair. Come join us in prayer. For more info, call the church at 717-354-5573.
Elverson Garden Club: will meet in the Morgantown Village Library at 7 p.m. Speaker for the evening is Scott Weidensaul, a Naturalist and author of two dozen books. Members may also compete in the artistic competition, which is to create a miniature floral arrangement that does not exceed five inches in height or width.
May 7
Honey Brook High School Reunion: For all students that attended the school, at Yoder’s Restaurant, New Holland. Registration at 11:30 a.m. with a family-style dinner at noon, with chicken, roast beef, vegetables, salad, dessert and drinks. For reservations or more information, contact Ann Stauffer Britton, 717-354-6327, or Joan Cairns Jacobs, 717-354-5276.
Russ Miller Top Gun Competition: at Elverson Rod & Gun Club. 8:30 a.m. Check out our website under events for more information. This year, we celebrate our 75th anniversary. For more info, call 610-286-9860.
Spaghetti Supper: Youth Group of Honey Brook Presbyterian Church will host this supper from 4-7 p.m. Spaghetti, sauce, tossed salad, bread, dessert and beverage served. Donation only. Proceeds fund youth camps. Church is located at 4331 Horseshoe Pike, Honey Brook.
May 9
Alzheimer’s Association Caregivers Support Group: will present “Grief, Loss and Independence” with Jill Waters, Counselor with Still Waters Ministry, from 10-11 a.m. in the Concord Room at Garden Spot Village, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland. Free. Call 717-355-6076.
May 17
West Caln Historical Society Meeting: AG Early Learning, PFB AG Science Lab. Speaker is Deb Ellis, PFB Ag Science Lab Educator, egg farmer, director CDCFB. 7 p.m. at West Caln Municipal Building, 721 W. Kings Hwy., Wagontown. Free and open to public. All welcome.
June 4
3rd Annual Twin Valley All-Sports Booster Club Golf Tournament: at Honey Brook Golf Club, 1422 Cambridge Rd., Honey Brook. Raises money for sports teams at Twin Valley. Four person scramble format, 7:15 a.m. registration, 8 a.m. shotgun start. 1 p.m. lunch and prizes, including raffle prizes. Specialty events include longest drive (men/women), closest to pin and hole in one. Sponsorships are available at different levels, please call 610-286-8609 to find out more.
