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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.
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, 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.
Wednesday Evening Worship Service: A new service for busy weekenders every Wednesday from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. Very casual, bring the kids. At Nantmeal United Methodist Church, 359 Nantmeal Rd., Glenmoore. Call the home office of the pastor, 484-356-7679, for more info.
Honey Brook Community Library
For program registration/questions, contact 610-273-3303 or e-mail jspade@ccls.org.
Pieces – Autism Support Group: Meets 2nd Tuesday of each month, 6 p.m. 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.
Summer Reading Club Programs: Through Aug. 13. Pick up summer reading package at the library, register and start reading. Keep track of your minutes read on the reading log and earn book bucks to redeem for prizes. Must have a Chester County library card to participate. Book Bucks can be redeemed through Sept. 3.
Let’s Read Math/Let’s Read Science: Tuesdays through Aug. 9, 10 a.m. For kids entering grades 2-5. A math/science program designed to intertwine a short story with games and interactive ways to use math/science skills. Registration required.
Stories in the Shade with Miss Jennifer: Wednesdays through Aug. 10, 10 a.m. For preschool age. Stories, songs and crafts outside when weather permits. Please bring a blanket. Aug. 10, Nursery Rhyme Olympics, come in costume.
Girls Night Out for Moms & Daughters: Tuesday, Aug. 2, 6-6:45 p.m. Ages 5 to teen. Join us for a beautiful summer mani/pedi look for Moms and Daughters. We supply nail polish, stickers and ideas. Please come with unpolished nails. Each child needs to be accompanied by one adult. Registration required.
Nature Thursday: Aug. 4, 10-11 a.m. For kids entering 1st through 8th grade. Join us for a look at nature. Phil Witman is bringing his bugs, reptiles and animals. Registration required.
Gaming Night – Electronic and Board Games: Aug. 9. 7-9 p.m. For ages 8-12, bring your DS, iPads or any handheld game system, or take a turn on our Xbox Kinect. We will supply board games too. Registration requested.
Fundamentals of Drawing: Thursdays, Aug. 11 and 18, 2 p.m., for ages 8 and up. Join us for drawing lessons instructed by Beverly Karlsson. She will teach fundamentals using a pencil and pen & ink to create still life drawings. 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/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.
Garden Spot Village
433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland
Living with Loss Support Group: meets Wednesday, Aug. 3 from 10-11 a.m. in the Village Square Board Room and will discuss Dr. Wolfelt’s “yield signs” on the journey of grief. Free. Call 717-255-6259 or e-mail jsnyder@gardenspotvillage.org for more details.
Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group: meets Monday, Aug. 8 from 10-11 a.m. in the Concord Room and will hold an open discussion on “My Biggest Challenges.” Free. Call 717-355-6076 for details.
Low Vision Support Group: participates with the National Macular Degeneration Support Group, and will hear tips on improving your balance with Stacie Weidner, MSOTR/L, Alliance Rehab, on Aug. 11 at 3 p.m. in the Garden South Conference Room. Call 717-355-6010.
Parkinson’s Support Group: will meet Monday, Aug. 22 from 2-3 p.m. in the Theater, and will host guest speaker Lauren Graber, Director of Wellness at Garden Spot Village.
Twin Valley Senior Citizens
Monthly 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.
Weaver’s Orchard
40 Fruit Lane, Morgantown
Read ‘n’ Pick Story Time: Bring children, preschool to 8 years old, for an interactive summer kids’ activity where children hear a fruit-themed story and pick a container of fruit in the orchard. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Nominal fee for fruit. Schedule is Mondays and Wednesdays through Aug. 31 at 9:45 and 10:30 a.m. Visit www.weaversorchard.com/festivals-events/storytime for details.
Summer Cooking Classes: Join interactive summer cooking classes, for a nominal fee per session. You’ll see demonstrations on cooking, canning, grilling, baking and more. All ages welcome. Tuesdays at 11 a.m. this summer, through Aug. 23. For a full schedule and additional details, visit www.weaversorchard.com/festivals-events/cooking-classes.
Aug. 4
The Shepherd’s Kitchen: Free Community Dinner at Honey Brook Presbyterian Church, 4331 Horseshoe Pike, Honey Brook. In Fellowship Hall, building on the left of church chapel. 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Call 610-273-2848 for details.
Aug. 5
4-H Candy Making: Youth ages 8-18 invited to join Chester County 4-H for Candy Making 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Penn State Extension Chester County 4-H Office. Cost involved. Participants should bring bagged lunch, and encouraged to bring an apron. All other supplies provided. Please notify if your child has food allergies before the class. Visit www.extension.psu.edu/chester to register, call 610-696-3500 for information.
Aug. 6
Caernarvon Fire Company Pancake & Sausage Breakfast: 6-10 a.m. All you can eat breakfast includes pancakes, sausage, fresh fruit, juice and coffee. There is a cost. Takeouts available. Enjoy small-town fare and community yard sales through Churchtown. The Caernarvon Fire Company is located at 2145 Main St., Narvon.
Poultriculture Egg-stravaganza: at Satoyama Homestead, located near intersection of Routes 345 and 401, Elverson. 1:30 to 3 p.m. Learn about raising backyard chickens. Free and open to public. Donations gratefully accepted. Space limited. Visit satoyamahs.org for information and registration.
Aug. 13
Hepler Family Reunion: Memorial Service at grave of Revolutionary War soldier Caspar Hepler, 10 a.m., Zion’s Cemetery, Pitman. Reunion then convenes at Mahantongo Fire Company. Dinner, 12 p.m. Cost involved. Deadline for reservations, Aug. 8. Contact Mae Ann Rehrer, 171 Amity Park Rd., Birdsboro, 610-582-6914, or Tom Hepler, 856-866-1348, teh.himself@comcast.net.
Aug. 20
Twin Valley FFA Car Wash: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Sonic Drive-In, 850 Crossings Blvd., Morgantown. Proceeds benefit Twin Valley FFA senior scholarship fund.
Honey Brook Methodist Church Peach Festival: starting at 3 p.m. Chicken corn soup, beef barbecue, hot dogs, hamburgers, peaches & ice cream, desserts, drinks. Church is located at Route 322 and Maple St., Honey Brook. Questions, call 610-273-9548.
2nd Annual Festival For Our Veterans: Honey Brook American Legion Riders Post 422 fundraiser. St. Benedicts Picnic Grove, 2020 Chestnut Hill Road, Mohnton, 12 to 8 p.m. (Rt. 10 entrance). $15 Donation for 2016 HD Street Bob Raffle at 6 p.m. Music by Wheelchair Getaway and FOUR FACES WEST. Food vendors, door prizes, 50/50, activities for the kids. Rain or shine event. Join us as we honor our veterans. Ceremony starting at 1 p.m. to say thank you to veterans. Note: Buying a bike raffle ticket includes free admission into the event (if bought prior to the event). Tickets are $40 only 500 being sold. Kids are free (0-17). Call 610-608-0113.Proceeds to benefit veterans and their families
Sept. 10
OneRunTogether’s Hard to the Core 5K Orchard Mud Run: will be held 8:30 a.m. at Weaver’s Orchard, Morgantown. Run through fruit trees, a vineyard, a Christmas tree farm, mud holes, hay bale obstacles and more. Families welcome. Profits local cancer patients in need. Visit www.oneruntogether.org or call 610-733-2181 for details.
Sept. 12
16th Annual Golf Tournament to Fight Cancer: benefitting OneRunTogether, an organization that assists local cancer patients. Held at Honeybrook Golf Club. 9 a.m. shotgun start, with breakfast at 8 a.m. Visit www.oneruntogether.org or call 610-733-2181 for details.
