“On Tap”

Posted: 06 Mar 2011 05:46 AM PST

NEW HANOVER TOWNSHIP

The MOMS Club of New Hanover Township is a group of "Moms Offering Moms Support" for mothers at home (at least part time) raising their children. We hold monthly business meeting on the second Friday of each month at 10 a.m. Our meetings are held at a local church. Visitors including moms and their children are always welcome . If you are interested in membership or attending one of our meetings, please send an e-mail to momsclubofnht@yahoo.com. For more information about our club, please visit our web site at www.momsclubofnht.webs.com.

MEATOUT VEGETARIAN/VEGAN SUPPORT AND OUTREACH

Are you Vegetarian? Vegan? Why?

Do you have questions or advice?

Do you have children who are or who want to be vegetarian? Wouldn't it be nice to meet once a month for a potluck lunch or dinner? Maybe rotate at one another's homes or meet as a group at restaurants that serve veg fare? Come join us! Bring a friend, a recipe to share and your stories. If this sounds like fun to you, please let us know. For your health, the planet and the animals. Contact Georgia or Veronica Smith at e-mail address Aceg1402@aol.com or 610-970-4539.

PMMC ONGOING EVENTS

PMMC SUPPORT GROUPS

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Every Tuesday evening. For more information call 610-970-7363.

BIPOLAR DISORDERS

SUPPORT GROUP

Meets the third Thursday of every month at 2 p.m. in the PMMC Boardroom #1 on the ground floor. For more information call 610-327-7633.

BREAST SURGERY

SUPPORT GROUP

Meets the first Monday of every month at 7 p.m. in the Chesmont Professional Building, 13 Armand Hammer Boulevard, Chesmont Classroom #1 (rear of building). For more information call 610-327-7719.

DEPRESSION SUPPORT GROUP

Meets the first Wednesday of every month at 6 p.m. in Private Dining Room "A" (ground floor) at PMMC. For more information call 610-327-7633.

DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP

Meets the second Wednesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. in Private Dining Room "A" (ground floor) at PMMC. For more information call 610-327-7463.

GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP

Meets the second and third Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at the Chesmont Professional Building, 13 Armand Hammer Boulevard, Chesmont Classroom #1 (rear of building). For more information call 610-327-7596.

PROSTATE SUPPORT GROUP

"Man to Man", meets the fourth Wednesday of every month at noon Chesmont Professional Building, 13 Armand Hammer Boulevard, Chesmont Classroom #1 (rear of building). For more information call 610-327-7585.

PRO-ACT FAMILY PROGRAM

Each month PRO-ACT (Pennsylvania Recovery Organization Achieving Community Together) hosts a Family Program to help individuals and family recognize and address an addiction problem in a spouse, parent, child or other loved one. Facilitated by trained volunteers who have been in the same situation, these information and support programs begin on the first Wednesday of each month and run for three consecutive Wednesday evenings, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sessions meet at Creative Health, 11 Robinson St., Pottstown, Pa. Sessions are free and confidential - first names only.

To register, call the PRO-ACT advocacy hotline, weekdays 9 a.m. through 5 p.m., at 800-221-6333, or visit www.proact.org and click the Family Education Program link.

LOCAL FARM FRESH

FOOD DRIVE

Every first Saturday of the month, from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. under the Veteran's Memorial Gay Street Bridge and French Creek Trail. Phoenixville Farmers' Market will be sponsoring a monthly food drive every first Saturday of the month. Farmers and bakers will be contributing and customers are welcome to donate perishable market items and non perishable items. The donations will be received by Good Samaritan Shelter in Phoenixville, an emergency and transitional housing shelter for homeless men. The shelter cooks all of their own meals and is appreciative of the farmers' and customers' donations.

SUNNYBROOK BALLROOM

COUNTRY LINE DANCING

Country line dancing on the largest and best dance floor in the region on Sundays from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Includes a lesson with DJ Dixie Lynn from 5:30 to 6 p.m. Families welcome! $5 per person, kids 10-17 are $3 and kids under 10 are free.

FRIDAY NIGHT ADULT DANCES

Dance to the grand old tunes of the 50s, 60s and 70s. $5 per person.

All events have cash bar and snack bar. For information and reservations, please call 484-624-5186 and visit www.sunnybrookballroom.net.

POTTSTOWN YMCA

March 7 through 18 - The YMCA will be hatching chicken eggs here at the Y for National Agricultural Week.

Saturday, April 9 at 9 a.m. - 5k Race and from 10 to noon - Healthy Family Day (family activities).

Friday, April 15 - Jelly Bean Jamboree-open to the community (DJ, bunny, egg scramble).

MARCH:

VISITING NURSE ASSOCIATION OF POTTSTOWN

Blood Pressure:

March 4, 1-3 p.m. at Coventry Mall;

March 9: 10 to noon at PASC, 724 N. Adams Street

March 11: 1-3 p.m. at Coventry Mall

March 15: 10 to noon at Jefferson House, 250 Hale Street

March 18: 1-3 p.m. at Coventry Mall

March 23: 10 to noon at PASC, 724 N. Adams Street

March 24: 2 p.m. at Manatawney Manor, 30 Old Schuylkill Road

March 25: 1-3 p.m. at Coventry Mall

March 28: 2 p.m. at New Hanover LLC, 2941 Lutheran Church Road, Gilbertsville

Bereavement Support Group:

March 3: 6:30-8 p.m. at VNA Building, 1963 E. High Street

Diabetic Teaching:

March 9: 9-10 a.m. at PASC, 724 N. Adams Street

Well Child Clinic:

March 9: 2-4 p.m. at VNAP, 1963 E. High Street

March 24: 8:30-10:15 a.m. at VNA Building, 1963 E. High Street.

BOYERTOWN LIONS CLUB

Thursday, March 3, 6:30 p.m. - The Boyertown Lions Club will hold their weekly meeting at the Keystone Fire Co., Boyertown. Lion Charles Fryer will be speaking about trains.

Thursday, March 10, 6:30 p.m. - he Boyertown Lions Club will hold their weekly meeting at the Keystone Fire Co., Boyertown. The speaker will be Past District Governor Carl Gundrum speaking on the Lions Club International Foundation.

BASKET PARTY

Gilbertsville Elementary School Basket Party Friday March 4. Tickets still available. Tickets can be purchased for $12 each. Mail a ticket request to Basket Party Tickets C/O GES 36 Congo Road, Gilbertsville, Pa. 19525. Please include name and address so that your ticket order can be sent to you. Doors open at 5 p.m. and drawings will begin at 7 p.m. Donations of baskets or other prizes are also being accepted.

MOMS CLUB OPEN HOUSE

MOMS Club of New Hanover Twpis hosting their annual Open House on Friday, March 11 at 10 a.m. at New Hanover Lutheran Church. We will be having a guest speaker from New Hanover Police Dept. Children are always welcome at all meetings and activities. For more information visit www.momsclubofnht.web.com.

BABYSITTING COURSE

Pottstown Memorial Medical Center is sponsoring an American Red Cross Babysitting course. The course is a 3-session program being held on March 15, 22 and 29 in the Chesmont Classrooms at 13 Armand Hammer Boulevard from 6 p.m. to 8:10 p.m. Please call 610-327-PMMC (7662) to register and for further information.

DESIGNER BAG BINGO

The second annual "Bag the Winter Blues," an evening of designer handbag bingo, will be hosted by Soroptimist International of Pottstown on March 25 at the Elks Home, 61 High Street. Doors will open at 6 p.m. and games will begin at 7 p.m. Designer purses by Coach, Kate Spade, Dooney & Bourke, Vera Bradley and more will be awarded. Tickets are $25 and may be ordered by contacting macelroylynnm@aol.com or in person at Warrick Jewelers, 251 E. High St., Pottstown and Bookkeeping Services LLC, 228 E. High St., Suite 200, Pottstown. Tickets will not be sold at the door. For more information, call 610-304-9866.

LOOKING AHEAD:

LIVING WITH LOSS SUPPORT GROUP

April 5 through May 10 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at St. Luke Lutheran Church, Gilbertsville. Contact Diakon Family Life Services, 610-682-1337 or e-mail fls@diakon.org or visit the website at www.diakon.org/loss. When someone we love dies, we often feel overwhelmed, frightened and lonely. Sharing our thoughts and feelings with others who have experienced a loss can alleviate our sense of aloneness and can give us needed encouragement. Living with Loss is open to anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one and seeks understanding and support as they deal with feelings and changes brought on by their loss. Led by a counseling professional, participants will share experiences and coping strategies. The group, which is sponsored by Morrell Funeral Home, Inc., is FREE but advanced registration is required. For more information or to register, please call Diakon Family Life Services at 1-888-499-2699 (toll free).

LA FILLE MAL GARDEE

April 9 at 7:30 p.m. and April 10 at 2 p.m. at the Hill School Center for the Arts, Beech and Sheridan Streets, Pottstown. Witness the Schuylkill Valley Regional Dance Company perform this comedic classic appropriate for the entire family that is one of the oldest ballets still being performed today. The ballet is based from the work of Frederick Ashton, most known for mounting the classic fairy tale "Cinderella" into dance. Don't miss these performances of this beautiful ballet! Tickets: $15 for adults, $10 for students and seniors, 20 percent off for groups of 10 or more. Tickets are available online at www.danceboxoffice.com or by calling 484-941-0683.

BREAKFAST BUFFET

Zion's UCC of Pottstown is hosting their annual Breakfast buffet on Saturday, April 9 from 7 to 11 a.m. The church is located at Chestnut and Hanover Streets. The price is $8 for adults, $4 for children. Buffet includes: bacon, ham, sausage patties, French toast, pancakes, home fries, cereal, donuts, bagels, toast, fresh fruit salad, scrambled eggs, assorted egg casseroles, coffee, tea, milk, fruit juices. This is an all you can eat buffet. Call 610-323-3637 for more information.

WWII SWING DANCE

Friday, April 15 from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the Sunnybrook Ballroom, 50 Sunnybrook Rd., Pottstown. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the cost is $24 per person. Swing Fever Dance Band (18 piece orchestra) featuring their USO Canteen Show will performing in their WWII uniforms while playing the music of the Big Band era. See the "Andrew Sisters," Uncle Sam, and Rosie the Riveter. Free refreshments via Ration Coupon Books, K Rations per table. Honor our WWII veterans. Dress contest for those dressed in 40's attire (Military and period dress of the WWII era). Reserved seating: 8 per table. Proceeds benefit our WWII veterans and the men and women currently serving in our military. Make check payable to: Swing Dance and send check to: Bill Krause, 695 N. Hanover St., Pottstown, PA, 19464. For information call Bill Krause at 610-323-2229.

PERKIOMEN VALLEY LIBRARY AT SCHWENKSVILLE

MONTHLY BOOK DISCUSSION

A monthly book discussion on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the library located at the corner of Second and Church Sts. in Schwenksville Please join us in the library auditorium for light refreshments and stimulating conversation. It is recommended that attendees read the book prior to the discussion. This event is free and open to the public. Registration is requested. Please call 610-287-8360 to register or for more information.

ROYERSFORD FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY

A branch of the Montgomery County-Norristown Public Library

200 South Fourth Avenue, Royersford. Call 610-948-7277 for information on events.

MONTGOMERY COUNTY-

NORRISTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY

CHILDREN'S DEPARTMENT

1001 Powell Street, Norristown. Call 610-278-5100, Ext. 205 for information.

THE COLONIAL THEATRE

227 Bridge Street, Phoenixville. 610-917-1228; Fax: 610-917-0509

www.thecolonialtheatre.com

CLASSICS ON SUNDAYS: DORIS DAY

LOVE ME OR LEAVE ME

Sun, Mar 6 @ 2 p.m.

Charles Vidor, US, 1955, NR, 130m

IT HAPPENED TO JANE

Sun, Mar 13 @ 2 p.m.

Richard Quine, US, 1959, NR, 120m

PILLOW TALK

Sun, Mar 20 @ 2 p.m.

Michael Gordon, US, 1959, NR, 120m

LOVER COME BACK

Sun, Mar 27 @ 2 p.m.

Delbert Mann, US, 1962, NR, 120m

YOUNG AUDIENCES: THE MANY LIVES OF BATMAN

BATMAN AND ROBIN

Sat, Mar 5 @ 2 p.m.

Spencer Gordon Bennett. US. 1949. Ages 6+, 60m (2 episodes plus a bonus cartoon)

ONGOING EVENTS:

CELEBRATE RECOVERY

Are you doing things that hurt others? Is there something that you keep doing even though you want to stop? This Biblically based recovery program supports people who struggle with hurts, habits, and hang-ups. We meet every Thursday at 7 p.m. in Room 205/207 at New Hanover United Methodist Church, 2211 Swamp Pike, Gilbertsville. For more information on this confidential and anonymous support group, call 610-323-2353 or visit www.newhanoverumc.org.

POTTSGROVE RECREATION BOARD

Monday: Community Band Rehearsal, Pottsgrove High School Band Room, 7 p.m.

Monday/Thursday: Table Tennis, Pottsgrove Middle School gym/cafeteria, 7 p.m.

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: Women's Cardio and Exercise, Pottsgrove Middle School gym/cafeteria, 6 p.m.

Tuesday: Recreational Adult Volleyball, West Pottsgrove Gymnasium, 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday: Fit Club, Pottsgrove Middle School cafeteria, 7 p.m.

For more information on any of these activities, please visit the website at www.pottsgroverec.

com.

QUILTMAKERS OF BOYERTOWN

The group extends a standing invitation to their monthly meetings, held at Good Shepherd U. C. C., 35 W. Philadelphia Ave., Boyertown, at 7 p.m. on the last Wednesday of the month.

PRAYER TIME

Hope UMC is inviting everyone to the last Friday of each month for Prayer Time from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. This is an open invitation for anyone to come and join in for a casual and relaxing time of spontaneous prayers. There is no format for the prayer services as each service is lead by the Holy Spirit. The church is at 117 North Monocacy Creek Road in Douglassville. For more information call 610-385-7141 or email admin@hopechurchamity.org.

MOMS CLUB OF

POTTSGROVE/POTTSTOWN

Meeting are held every third Wednesday of the month at 9:30 a.m. at St. James Church, off High St. in Pottstown. The MOMS Club of Pottsgrove/Pottstown welcomes all stay-at-home moms and their children from the area. The MOMS Club is a national support group; our chapter offers playgroups, activities, Mom's Night Out, scrapbook and book clubs and many other opportunities to get moms and children out to meet and play with others. If you miss our meeting and would like to join, or for more information, contact Naurae at naurae@hotmail.com or 801-376-2009.

CELEBRATE RECOVERY

Meeting at Freedom Fellowship, 239 Main Street, East Greenville (in rear, lower level), each Friday at 7 p.m. Need help with your hurts, hang-ups and habits? Let us help. 12-step faith-based recovery program. Call Pastor Cindy for more info or just c'mon over! Call 610-698-4756.

MOTHERS OF

PRESCHOOLERS MEETINGS

Shepherd of the Hills Church in Bechtelsville, is celebrating "Mothers of Preschoolers" (MOPS) 10th Anniversary. Meetings are held the 2nd Wednesday of every month from September through May, from 9:15 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. MOPS provides an open, caring and accepting atmosphere where women can come together to share this important season of life. The meetings consists of speakers, discussion time, teaching and creative activities. Child care is provided through our Moppets Program. For enrollment information please contact Gina Kraus at 610-970-5532 or reginakraus87@aol.com.

ALZHEIMER'S ASSOCIATION SUPPORT GROUP

The Alzheimer's Association's Monthly Support Group meets the third Thursday of every month at Chestnut Knoll Assisted Living, 120 W 5th Street in Boyertown from 6 to 7:30 pm. It is an opportunity to meet and share with other caregivers experiencing similar issues. We do offer free respite care in a secured area for loved ones during the meeting. To ask questions or arrange for the respite care call 610-473-8066.

USED BOOK SALE

Labyrinth Used Books and Gifts, First United Methodist Church, 414 High St, Pottstown. There is a wonderful selection of secular and religious books available for bargain prices at the Labyrinth. Many popular authors are available. There are also self help, reference and travel books, cookbooks, and children's books. Small gift items are also available at a low price. Hours of operation are Friday, noon to 4 p.m. and Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The first Saturday of each month, we sell a bag of books for $5 plus tax and we provide the bag!

FREE BEAD NIGHTS AND JEWELRY MAKING CLASS

Being offered year round at Buttercup Beads! Free community Bead Soiree nights twice a month, from 6 to 8 p.m. Huge variety of jewelry making classes also available for novice and/or experienced beaders. Check Web site for dates and details at www.buttercupbeads.com. Buttercup Beads, 2151 E. High Street, Pottstown. For more information call 484-524-8231.

MOMS CLUB OF

NEW HANOVER TOWNSHIP

MEATOUT VEGETARIAN/VEGAN SUPPORT AND OUTREACH

Are you Vegetarian? Vegan? Why?

Do you have questions or advice?

PMMC ONGOING EVENTS

PMMC SUPPORT GROUPS

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Every Tuesday evening. For more information call 610-970-7363.

BIPOLAR DISORDERS

SUPPORT GROUP

Meets the third Thursday of every month at 2 p.m. in the PMMC Boardroom #1 on the ground floor. For more information call 610-327-7633.

BREAST SURGERY

SUPPORT GROUP

Meets the first Monday of every month at 7 p.m. in the Chesmont Professional Building, 13 Armand Hammer Boulevard, Chesmont Classroom #1 (rear of building). For more information call 610-327-7719.

DEPRESSION SUPPORT GROUP

Meets the first Wednesday of every month at 6 p.m. in Private Dining Room "A" (ground floor) at PMMC. For more information call 610-327-7633.

DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP

Meets the second Wednesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. in Private Dining Room "A" (ground floor) at PMMC. For more information call 610-327-7463.

GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP

PROSTATE SUPPORT GROUP

PRO-ACT FAMILY PROGRAM

To register, call the PRO-ACT advocacy hotline, weekdays 9 a.m. through 5 p.m., at 800-221-6333, or visit www.proact.org and click the Family Education Program link.

LOCAL FARM FRESH

FOOD DRIVE

SUNNYBROOK BALLROOM

COUNTRY LINE DANCING

FRIDAY NIGHT ADULT DANCES

Dance to the grand old tunes of the 50s, 60s and 70s. $5 per person.

All events have cash bar and snack bar. For information and reservations, please call 484-624-5186 and visit www.sunnybrookballroom.net.

POTTSTOWN YMCA

March 7 through 18 - The YMCA will be hatching chicken eggs here at the Y for National Agricultural Week.

Saturday, April 9 at 9 a.m. - 5k Race and from 10 to noon - Healthy Family Day (family activities).

Friday, April 15 - Jelly Bean Jamboree-open to the community (DJ, bunny, egg scramble).

MARCH:

VISITING NURSE ASSOCIATION OF POTTSTOWN

Blood Pressure:

March 4, 1-3 p.m. at Coventry Mall;

March 9: 10 to noon at PASC, 724 N. Adams Street

March 11: 1-3 p.m. at Coventry Mall

March 15: 10 to noon at Jefferson House, 250 Hale Street

March 18: 1-3 p.m. at Coventry Mall

March 23: 10 to noon at PASC, 724 N. Adams Street

March 24: 2 p.m. at Manatawney Manor, 30 Old Schuylkill Road

March 25: 1-3 p.m. at Coventry Mall

March 28: 2 p.m. at New Hanover LLC, 2941 Lutheran Church Road, Gilbertsville

Bereavement Support Group:

March 3: 6:30-8 p.m. at VNA Building, 1963 E. High Street

Diabetic Teaching:

March 9: 9-10 a.m. at PASC, 724 N. Adams Street

Well Child Clinic:

March 9: 2-4 p.m. at VNAP, 1963 E. High Street

March 24: 8:30-10:15 a.m. at VNA Building, 1963 E. High Street.

BOYERTOWN LIONS CLUB

Thursday, March 3, 6:30 p.m. - The Boyertown Lions Club will hold their weekly meeting at the Keystone Fire Co., Boyertown. Lion Charles Fryer will be speaking about trains.

BASKET PARTY

MOMS CLUB OPEN HOUSE

BABYSITTING COURSE

DESIGNER BAG BINGO

LOOKING AHEAD:

LIVING WITH LOSS SUPPORT GROUP

LA FILLE MAL GARDEE

BREAKFAST BUFFET

WWII SWING DANCE

PERKIOMEN VALLEY LIBRARY AT SCHWENKSVILLE

MONTHLY BOOK DISCUSSION

ROYERSFORD FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY