Calendar

Calendar at phoenixvillelibrary. org or by calling 610-933-3013 ext. 132.

Spotted Lanternfly Presentation: The Phoenixville Public Library will host a free presentation on controlling the invasive spotted lanternfly Monday, April 1 at 7 p.m. Peg Friese, a master watershed steward with the Penn State Extension, will be the speaker. At this presentation, learn more about this invasive pest and how to help control the impact to the community through the different stages of its life cycle. This event is free and open to the public. Reservations are required on the Adult Events Calendar at phoenixvillelibrary. org or by calling 610-933-3013 ext. 132.

Super Seed Starting: The Phoenixville Public Library will host a fun and educational hands-on workshop on starting plants from seed, “Super Seed Starting,” Tuesday, April 2, at 7 p.m. Elizabeth Alakszay, an instructor for Longwood Gardens, will lead the workshop, which is being held in conjunction with Longwood’s Community Read program. In this hands-on workshop, Alakszay will discuss and demonstrate the techniques that will ensure success in starting plants from seed. After a brief overview of the structure of seeds, she will take an in-depth look at what is involved in starting a plant from a seed. Choosing seeds, soil, containers, lighting, watering, temperature, fertilizing and transplanting a seedling will be covered. The art of seed saving at the end of the growing season will also be reviewed. Each participant will plant flower seeds to take home for their garden. Cost for the workshop is $10 per person, payable at the door. Attendees will be entered into a free raffle drawing for vouchers for free admission to Longwood Gardens to be awarded at the conclusion of the program. This event is open to the public. Reservations are required on the Adult Events Calendar at phoenixvillelibrary.org or by calling 610-933-3013 ext. 132. Lecture-in-Song: The Phoenixville Public Library will host a free “lecture-in-song” — “A Land That’s Free for You and Me: Jewish Songwriters Give Universal Voice to the American Dream” — with pianist/singer/lecturer Fred Miller Thursday, April 4, at 7 p.m. Through the anthems of gratitude and grit of Irving Berlin, Al Jolson, George and Ira Gershwin, Harold Arlen, Yip Harburg, Jerome Kern, Oscar Hammerstein II, Richard Rodgers, Lorenz Hart, Jerry Bock, Sheldon Harnick and others, this lecture-in-song will examine the Jews’ experience of the freedom they reveled in and the very real obstacles they faced as well. This event is free and open to the public. Reservations are required on the Adult Events Calendar at phoenixvillelibrary.org or by calling 610-9333013 ext. 132.

Microsoft Word and Excel Classes: Phoenixville Public Library will host a series of free Microsoft Word and Excel classes on selected Saturday mornings,. Paul Celentano is the instructor. The class schedule is as follows: Word Intermediate (April 6); Excel Intermediate (April 20); Excel Advanced (June 1). Class time is 10 a.m. to noon. Basic computing and computer file management skills are required. Participants should bring a notebook and a USB thumb drive and may bring their own laptop. The classes are free and open to the public. Space is limited. Class descriptions are available, and required reservations can be made on the Adult Events Calendar at phoenixvillelibrary.org or by calling 610-933-3013 ext. 132. When registering, indicate if you are bringing a laptop.

Yoga for Beginners: The Phoenixville Public Library will host a free Yoga for Beginners class Saturday, April 6, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. The class will be led by members of the nonprofit Isha Foundation. This class does not require any fitness level or prior exposure to yoga. This event is free and open to the public. Reservations are required on the Adult Events Calendar at phoenixvillelibrary. org or by calling 610-933-3013 ext. 132.

Author Visit: The Phoenixville Public Library will host awardwinning author Ira Poliakoff Monday, April 8, at 7 p.m. He will speak on his new book, “Synagogues of Philadelphia,” which traces the history of the Jewish people in the Philadelphia region through the more than 500 synagogues that exist or have existed. Autographed copies of the book will be available for purchase. This event is free and open to the public. Reservations are required on the Adult Events Calendar at phoenixvillelibrary.org or by calling 610-933-3013 ext. 132. How to Manage Your Emotions, Stress and Sleep with Essential Oils: The Phoenixville Public Library will host a workshop, How to Manage Your Emotions, Stress and Sleep with Essential Oils, Tuesday, April 9, at 7 p.m. Natural health educator Megan Koppel will lead the class. Learn the foundational essential oils and techniques for naturally supporting emotional and physical health, including reducing tension, increasing energy levels and supporting emotional balance and restful sleep. Make a custom essential oil blend with powerhouse oils for reducing stress and increasing joy. Cost is $5, payable at the door. This event is open to the public. Reservations are required on the Adult Events Calendar at phoenixvillelibrary. org or by calling 610-933-3013 ext. 132.

Perkiomen Valley Library

Library Info: 290 Second St., Schwenksville. Call 610-2878360 for registration and information.

Community Yoga: Mondays at 7 p.m. For teens and adults. Drop in for $5 per session. Join Adjoa Amoah, RYT 200, AYS/ Carmen Molina, RYT, for all levels of yoga. Bring a mat, and wear comfortable clothing. Beginners welcome. Email questions to vaayuyoga@gmail.com.

Knitters: First Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. Bring your needles and yarn. Beginners welcome. Share your projects, learn a new stitch and make new friends.

Preschool Storytime: Thursdays through April 11 at 10 a.m. For ages 2 to 5 with an adult. Enjoy stories and songs introducing early literacy skills. Registration requested.

Tail Waggin’ Tales, Too: Saturday, March 23, 10 a.m. to noon. Drop in and read to certified pet therapy dogs. No appointment needed. Come practice your read-aloud skills. All ages and reading abilities welcome. Cookbook Club and Monthly Potluck: Tuesday, March 26, at 6:30 p.m. Sign up at the library to make a recipe from the cookbook of the month and then join to eat, discuss and share in joy of cooking (and baking). Contact the library for the feature book of the month.

Spotted Lanternfly Workshop: Wednesday, March 27, at 6:30 p.m. What is the big deal? Why is my area under quarantine and what does it mean? What can I do to reduce the invasive spotted lanternfly population? Presented by Master Gardener Sharon Gross. Registration requested.

Writers Assemble: Thursday, March 28, at 4:30 p.m. Join a monthly writing club. Meet other people who love to write. Come to write or to get or give feedback.

Baby Storytime: Tuesdays, April 2 and 16, at 9:30 a.m. For ages 6 months to 24 months with adult. Enjoy stories, songs and finger plays. Registration requested.

Church News

First UCC: First United Church of Christ, 367 Washington St., Royersford, will hold the following programs Sunday, March 24: 10 a.m. Sunday School for all ages. 11 a.m. worship celebrating the third Sunday of Lent. It also will be Girl Scout Sunday and Pastor Deb Timmins’s last Sunday. An after-church social will be held.