Around Town
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“MY VERY OWN POLAR BEAR”
Until Dec. 31: Act II Playhouse, 56 E. Butler Ave. in Ambler, presents “My Very Own Polar Bear,” a new holiday comedy for kids, on stage Dec. 16-31, 2017. “My Very Own Polar Bear” is a new children’s show for the holidays by local playwright Bill D’Agostino, on stage Dec. 16-31. “My Very Own Polar Bear” is a comedy about the friendship between a girl and her (realto-her) polar bear. It’s a hilarious and heartwarming story about a life-changing Christmas present. Tickets for My Very Own Polar Bear” at Act II Playhouse are $10-$20. Tickets are available online at http:// www.act2.org, by calling the Act II box office at (215) 654-0200, or in person at 56 E. Butler Ave. in Ambler. The play is recommended for ages 4 and up, and runs approximately an hour. My Very Own Polar Bear is filled with slapstick comedy as well as heartfelt scenes of friendship and
AUDUBON WOMEN’S CLUB
Tuesday, Jan. 2: The Audubon Women’s Club will be meeting on Tuesday, January 2 at 7:30 pm at Shannondell in the Ashcroft Bldg. The program for the evening will be a “DeClutter Your Home”. New members are welcome. For information please contact Maria Shackelford at 610-539-5960 Sunday, Jan. 7: Old Norriton Presbyterian Church will host “Cookies and Carols” - a time of music, reflection and fellowship, featuring a brass quintet and choir selections - at 2 p.m. The church is located at the corner of Germantown Pike and Trooper Road in Fairview Village. 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 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.
HOMEWORK HELPERS
Tuesdays and Thursdays through June 8: Homework Helpers – 5:00 pm – Bilingual volunteers are available to help students with homework. For kids in grades K-6. Drop in.
CONSHOHOCKEN FREE LIBRARY
A Branch of Montgomery County-Norristown Library 301 Fayette Street, Conshohocken, PA 19428; 610825-1656. Babies @ Library: Tuesdays at 10:15 a.m. Interac-
tive storytime-1 / 2 hour. Playtime / chat time 1 / 2 hour. Please call the library to register-610-825-1656. Preschool Parachute / Story: Thurs. at 10:15, 6 week sessions. Alternate between parachute and story time during the one-hour program. Please call the library to register-610-825-1656. LEGO Club: Tuesdays after school 3:45-4:30 p.m. Ages 5-10 Collaborate and Create!
THRIFT SHOP
Wednesdays and Saturdays: St. Peter’s Lutheran Church Thrift Shop, 211 S. Main St., North Wales, is open for its 26th season benefiting many local charities. Hours are Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. See a new fall boutique line, attic treasures, housewares, clothing for women and children, Halloween costumes and decor, books, linens, jewelry, vintage items and more. Call 215-699-4604.
PATH TO PEACE
Every Friday: A new, weekly Al-Anon group, Path to Peace, for families and friends of alcoholics meets at the Church of the Holy Spirit, 2871 Barndt Road at Sumneytown Pike, Upper Salford every Friday at 10 a.m. For more information, contact Judy, jemorice@ gmail.com; or call the church at 215-234-8020.
NARANON FAMILY GROUP
Sundays at 7 p.m.: NarAnon Family Groups are primarily for those who know or have known a feeling of desperation concerning the addiction problem of someone very near to you. We have traveled that unhappy road too, and found the answer with serenity and peace of mind. When you come into the family group, you are no longer alone, but among true friends who understand your problem as few others could. We respect your anonymity as we know you will respect ours. We hope to give you the assurance that no situation is too difficult. The meeting is from 7-8 p.m. at Eagleville Hospital, 100 Eagleville Road, Eagleville, Pa. The conference Center entrance is to the first entrance coming from Ridge Pike. Drive straight to the back and park in the lot. At the top of the circle, are the double doors to the entrance. Walk down the hall to room 215 on the left.
NAACP MONTHLY MEETING
Fourth Tuesdays: Norristown NAACP monthly general membership meeting at Mount Zion AME Church, 1312 Willow St., Norristown. Meeting begins at 7:30 p.m.
ASCENSION THRIFT SHOP
Wed. and Sat.:
SECOND TIME AROUND SHOP
Wednesdays: Hours are 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. every Wed. Come and see our wonderful selection of new and gently used clothing for the entire family, as well as sheets, blankets, hats, coats, shoes, and purses. The shop also has housewares, books, collectables, jewelry, puzzles, toys and small electronic items for sale and all at prices that cannot be beat. We accept donations from the community of gently used and new items. Phone 610-2793990 Email: allsaints535@ yahoo.com.
ZUMBA
Tuesdays: Zumba Fitness offers Zumba dance/fitness classes at Academy of Dance and Music/BBAD Studio located at 1524 DeKalb Pike in Blue Bell (behind Sherwin Williams). Classes are offered three times a week: Tuesdays at 6 p.m., Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 8 a.m. For a free trial pass for your first class, email us at info@ danceandmusic.biz or call 610-277-2557. For more info, visit our site at www. academyofdanceandmusic. org.
HUNTINGTON’S DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP
First Saturdays: The Huntington’s Disease Society of America invites caregivers, family, friends and those who are living with HD, as well as those who are at risk for HD to attend monthly support groups. Share your thoughts/feelings and get advice in a non-judgmental environment with other HD community members. Gain valuable community resource referrals from HDSA’s regional social worker/group leader. The Plymouth Meeting group meets on the first Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to noon in the Mercy Urgent Care center located directly next to Boscov’s at the Plymouth Meeting Mall (500 W. Germantown Pike). Contact the groups leader at khimebaugh@hdsa.org for additional information and upcoming guest speakers/ activities. Visithdsa.org for additional HD information and resources.
RECOVERY GROUP MEETINGS
Mondays: Fairview Village Church hosts addiction support/recovery group meetings. Men’s A to Z is a Biblical support/recovery group that is open to men 18 years and over. Women’s Christian 12 Step support/ recovery group is open to all women 18 years and over. Parents of Addicted Adult Children is a Christ-centered support group for parents who struggle with addicted adult children. We meet on Monday evenings at 6:45 p.m. at 3044 West Germantown Pike, Eagleville. You are welcome to join at any time. For more information, please call Pastor Rieger at 610-539-3333 ext. 249.
SECOND SATURDAY WORKSHOPS
Second Saturday: call 855-200-iWIN.
MEETINGS & LECTURES
Homeopathic Study Group of Central Montgomery County: The Homeopathic Study Group of Central Montgomery County holds a free lecture series the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at Plymouth Meeting Friends School, 2150 Butler Pike, Plymouth Meeting. The group welcomes anyone interested in learning more about the fascinating way in which homeopathy can be used to assist in managing health issues. For more information, contact Odette Ruggieri at 215-582-4493 or odettemr@aol.com or Lois Trave at 215-870-7232 or loisptrave@ comcast.net. Parenting Group: Join other parents looking for natural ways to improve the health for themselves and their children. This is a Pathways Connect group so we will be discussing articles listed in the Pathways Connect magazine offered by the Int’s Chiropractic Ped Association. Join us to learn more and meet other like-minded parents. The meetings takes place once a month on a Saturday from 11 a.m. to noon. Space is limited, so please RSVP at mbodychiropractic@gmail. com or by calling 267-462-4911. www.mbodychiropractic.com. LeTip Of Blue Bell: Weekly meetings every Thursday at 7 a.m. at Manufacturers’ Country Club in Dresher. LeTip of Blue Bell is an active and successful business networking group founded under the principles of LeTip International Inc. LeTip of Blue Bell’s mission is to provide meaningful and successful business leads. LeTip of Blue Bell members pride ourselves on holding all of our members to exacting standards of competence and service. Quite simply, we are the best of the best. Our members, all of whom are accomplished and respected in their given areas of business, work together to build each others businesses and increase the bottom line. Members introduce one another to new clients and customers who need a specific service and are expecting a call from a LeTip member who can provide that service. The chapter serves as your sales force, bringing new business to you! No more cold calling, just warm leads. To learn more, visit www. letipbluebell.com.