Around Town
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Until Dec. 11 PARADE GRAND MARSHAL NOMINATIONS ACCEPTED
Nominations: The Montgomery County St. Patrick’s Parade committee had its first meeting to set plans for the 2018 Conshohocken St. Patrick’s Parade. The parade committee is made up of Ancient Order of Hibernians, Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians and Social members who support the AOH Notre Dame Division, which is located in Swedesburg, Upper Merion Township. The parade date is March 10, 2018 in Conshohocken, with the start time of 2 pm at 11th and Fayette streets. Rain date will be March 24th. Along with the parade other events have been scheduled -- the Grand Marshal’s Ball will take place at the Elmwood Zoo Banquet Hall on March 3rd, and the Irish Coffee contest will take place at the AOH Hall on March 8th. The Grand Marshal selections are now being accepted. All letters must be sent to the St. Patrick’s Parade Committee at the following address: Attn. Grand Marshal Nominations, 719 Pershing Street, Bridgeport Pa. 19405 All letters must be received by Monday, December 11th. The announcement will take place at the AOH Appreciation night on December 16th. To be nominated for Grand Marshal, you must be a resident of Montgomery County, be Irish by birth or descent, and be a person who has been a substantial contributor to the community. No nominations will be accepted after December 11th.
Week of November 26 MONTCO SENIOR CHOIR PERFORMANCE
Sunday, Nov. 26: The Montco Senior Concert Choir will be presenting their annual Christmas concert at Asbury United Methodist Church on Sunday, November 26 at 2:00 P.M. The concert will feature music that is based on the religious significance of the holiday as well as secular elements. The Montco Senior Concert Choir is comprised of seniors 55 and over and consists of approximately 20 men and women. Most are from Montgomery County, but some are from Delaware and Bucks counties. The choir is led by Tedd Didden, who also serves as the organist and choir director at Asbury. The concert is free and open to the public. Asbury UMC is located at the corner of Pine and Freedley streets across from Montgomery Fire Company. In addition to street parking, concertgoers may park in the parking lot behind the fire company. Please do not park in the first row, which is reserved for firefighters.
PORK AND SAUERKRAUT DINNER
Sat, Dec. 2: Norriton Presbyterian Church, 608 N. Trooper Road (corner of Germantown Pike and Trooper Road) Fairview Village,will hold a pork and sauerkraut dinner from 4 to 7 p.m. Cost is $10 adults, $5 kids under 12. Take-out dinners are available. Plenty of free parking.
Week of December 3 DESIGNER BAG BINGO
Sunday, Dec. 3: Norristown Maenner-Chor, 920 Haws Ave, Norristown, PA 19401, is hosting Designer Bag Bingo, featuring bags by Coach, Michael Kors, Vera Bradley and other top designers. Doors open at noon and Bingo begins at 1 p.m. Cost is $25 for regular Bingo, specials are available for 3 for $5; jackpot Bingo, coverall 3 for $ 5. Raffles and 50-50 will also be available. Advanced ticket sales are $25 until November 22; at the door tickets are $30. Beverages will be available for purchase. No outside alcohol, and this is a non-smoking event. This is an adult event, and children are not permitted. This is a non-smoking event. For advanced ticket purchase or for more information contact Joy 610-476-1614 or Alyssa 484-576-3822.
Audubon Women’s Club The Audubon Women’s Club will be meeting on Tuesday, December 5th at 7:30 pm at Shannondell in the Ashcroft Bldg. The program
for the evening will be a “Christmas Program”. New members are welcome. For information please contact
Maria Shackelford at 610-539-5960
ONGOING CHRISTMAS FOOD ORDERS
Through Dec. 2: Presentation of Our Lord Ukrainian Catholic Church is now taking orders for Christmas foods! Please call 215-362-9599, leave your name and phone number clearly, to receive a call back to confirm your order for Pierogi, Kielbasa, Nut and Poppy seed rolls for your Christmas! Orders are being accepted through December 2nd. Orders will be available for pick up on Sat., December 16th at 1564 Allentown Rd, Lansdale.
KID’S MOVIE CLUB
Third Saturdays of the month: The Centre Theater will launch the new Kid’s Movie Club on the first floor in a newly renovated space that holds 40 movie-goers. On the third Saturday of every month beginning at 10:30 a.m. children of all ages are invited to the theater to see a special
in Montgomery County at 610-489-4315.
BOOMER UNIVERSITY
45 Forest Avenue, Ambler. Boomer U at Ambler SAAC provides a welcoming place where baby boomers and the boomer-minded can discover a variety of resources to volunteer, pursue civic engagement, re-career and find employment, as well as engage in lifelong learning, embark on healthy lifestyles and enjoy social connections in a community for all ages.
BRIDGEPORT SENIOR CITIZENS
Bridgeport Senior Citizens meet at 1 p.m. Wednesdays at Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH), 340 Jefferson St., Swedesburg. Activities include Bingo, card-playing, horse racing, and occasional speakers on timely subjects. Light refreshments available. Casino trips run monthly. New members welcome. Casino trip information: 610-2752517. Other: 610-272-1253.
BRIGHTVIEW SENIOR LIVING
selection free of charge. All children must be accompanied by an adult. The Centre Theater is located at 208 DeKalb St. in Norristown. There is free parking on the street and a parking garage less than a hundred yards away from the theater. Movies are free and you can bring your own snacks. Water and juice will be available for purchase. For more information and to reserve your seats please send an email to centretheater@ gmail.com.
NEW BEGINNINGS
First Wednesday of each month : NEW BEGINNINGS is an organization formed to afford anyone,who is widowed, the opportunity to associate with people from similar circumstances, in a supportive environment through activities, events and friendship. Meetings are usually held from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at St. Helena’s Parish, 1489 DeKalb Pike, Blue Bell on the first Wednesday of each month,except March, June, July and August. If you have any questions, please contact Betty Fiorani at 610-650-9133.
WEEKLY WEDNESDAY BINGO
Every Wednesday: Bingo is held at Presentation of Our Lord Church, 1564 Allentown Rd, Lansdale. Doors open at 5:00 with food available for purchase and the games now begin at Brightview Senior Living and its parent company, The Shelter Group, successfully create and manage innovative, award-winning senior living communities in the mid-Atlantic to New England region. For more information on Brightview Senior Living, please visit www.brightviewseniorliving. com
ENCORE EXPERIENCES AT HARLEYSVILLE
Greater Harleysville and North Penn Senior Services (GHNPSS) operates both Encore Experiences in Harleysville and The PEAK Center in Lansdale. The mission of Greater Harleysville and North Penn Senior Services is to provide access to programs and resources that help older adults live independently and remain active. Both centers offer health and wellness, a meal program, social service assistance, enrichment events and more. Visit their website at www. encoreexperiences. org to learn more. Encore 6:30. Questions 215-3629599.
LITERACY COUNCIL
TUTORING: Are you an adult needing help with reading, writing, math, GED preparation or English language skills? The Literacy Council of Norristown offers instruction at little or no cost. For details, call 610-292-8515 or visit our website: www.LcnLit.org.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY NORRISTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
Montgomery County-Norristown Public Library, 001 Powell St., Norristown, PA 19401. Contact: 610-2785100.
PRE-K ADVENTURES
Tuesdays through October 24: Pre-K Adventures – 10:30 am – Activities are aimed at developing skills for Kindergarten, with stories, crafts, fun movement songs, and hands-on activities. For children ages 3-1⁄2 to 5 and their caregivers. Drop in.
BABY LAP RAP
Wednesdays through October 25: Baby Lap Rap – 10:30 am - Simple stories, new and traditional songs, shaker eggs and rhythm sticks for your baby and you! Flannelboard activities and props will help your child learn and play with Mother Goose rhymes. Ages 0-24 months with a caregiver. Drop in. Experiences in Harleysville, 312 Alumni Avenue, Harleysville, PA 19438, 215256-6900.
GENERATIONS OF INDIAN VALLEY
Generations of IV is located at 259 N. Second Street in Souderton. It is a place of welcome for community members age 55+ in The Indian Valley and beyond with programs in wellness, fitness, nutrition, social services, recreation and travel. Weekday fitness offerings, lunch, cafe, activities, support, trips and more. For more information, call 215-723-5841 or visit www.generationsofiv. org. Generations’ Meals on Wheels program serves the Indian Valley and North Penn Areas. For more information Meals on Wheels: 215-7238555.
HOMETOWNERS SENIORS OF WEST CONSHOHOCKEN
Hometowners meet on the second Thursday of every