Around Town Week of Feb. 18
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UNTIL MARCH 17 PROM DRESS PALOOZA
Until March 17: The First Baptist Church of Norristown is receiving donations for their annual Prom Dress Palooza! All new and gently-used dresses, shoes, and accessories may be bagged and dropped off at the church’s front door at any point prior to March 17, 2018. The Palooza will be held on Friday, March 23 from 6-9 p.m and Saturday, March 24 from 12-4 p.m. For more information please contact the church at 610-539-7075 or fbcnorr@ verizon.net. FBC Norristown is located at 445 Burnside Avenue directly behind Norristown Area High School.
Through February 25 CABIN FEVER USED BOOK SALE
Beginning Feb. 10: Fill a bag with used books, DVDs and CDs of your choice at the Cabin Fever $5.00-ABag Used Book Sale sponsored by the Friends of the Lower Providence Community Library, 50 Parklane Drive, Eagleville. Bags are provided. The sale runs Saturday, February 10 through February 25 during regular library hours. All proceeds will benefit the Lower Providence Community Library. For information or library hours visit the library website at www. lowerprovidencelibrary.org or call 610-666-6640.
Through March 1 EASTER FOOD ORDERING
Now accepting orders: Presentation of Our Lord Church is accepting orders for your Pierogi, Kielbasa, Nut Rolls and Paska for your Easter dinner! Please call 215-362-9599 and leave your name and phone number clearly. You will receive a call back to confirm your order. All orders are due by February 25th. Pick up is March 24th at 1564 Allentown Road, Lansdale.
Through March 22 WINTER WEDNESDAY BINGO
Feb 21, March 7, March 21:
Presentation BINGO will be held on Feb 21st, March 7th & 21st. Doors open at 5:00 with food available for purchase and the games begin at 6:30. Admission is $10 for boards, $15 for paper. Please join us at Presentation of Our Lord Church, 1564 Allentown Rd, Lansdale. Questions 215-362-9599. Weekly Wednesday BINGO resumes on April 4th.
GREEN LANE PARK HOSTS “CABIN FEVER HIKE”
Saturday, Feb. 24: Montgomery County’s Green Lane Park will hold a “Cabin Fever Hike” on Saturday, February 24, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. Join staff for a brisk hike to explore the woods along the Orange Trail. Along the way, we will search for signs of early spring animal activity in the woods. Terrain ranges from rocky to potentially icy or muddy, please wear appropriate footwear. This hike is appropriate for ages nine to adult, and is offered free-of-charge. Pre-registration required. Call (215) 234-4528 to reserve your spot. Hike meets at “Lost Corner” parking lot, intersection of Deep Creek and Snyder Roads, Green Lane PA, 18054.
MURDER MYSTERY DINNER
Saturday, March 10: Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day a little early, and a little differently with this Irish Pub edition of Murder Mystery Dinner event at the Valley Forge Casino and Resort. Costumes are encouraged for this audience participation event. Tickets must be purchased in advanced. Call 610-277-0292 or visit www.murder-envy.com.
ONGOING CONSHOHOCKEN ART LEAGUE
Tuesday AM Adult Class: Drawing and Painting Independent Projects: 10 weeks: 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. February 13 - April 17. $175 ($165 if registered before January 30). Thursday AM Adult Class: Basic Drawing 10 weeks: 9:30 – 11:30 AM. February 15 – April 19. $175 ($165 if registered before February 1) Thursday PM Adult Class: Mixed Media and Collage 6 weeks: 7 – 9 PM February 15 – March 22. $120 (includes $20 material fee) Junior/Teen Saturday Class: Introduction to Fine Art 10weeks: 10AM – noon. February 17– April 21 $130 ($120 if registered before February 3) Tuesday PM Adult, Junior/ Teen Class: Clothed Figure Drawing/Open Studio Third Tuesdays (beginning March 20) 6-8 30 PM $12 pay during each session Tuesday PM Adult: Figure Drawing/Open Studio First Tuesdays (beginning March 6) 6-8:30p.m. $12pay during each session
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 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. Interactive 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. Clothing for women and children, attic treasures, housewares, books, linens, vintage items and our winter boutique line await you. Warm winter coats, gloves and furs have just arrived. There is a new half price sale every week and unbelievable bargains on specially ticketed items. 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.:
1700 W. Main St., West Norriton. Thrift shop open every Wed. and Sat. from 10 a.m. till 2 p.m. Clothing for the entire family, slightly used to unused, shoes, winter coats, gloves, hats. Household items — lamps, dishes, kids toys, unused puzzles, tools, model airplanes, model antique cars, baskets, seasonal items. Clean hb books, pb books, china, glass, small appliances. Much to see. New items arriving daily. Clean, slightly used, undamaged items and donations accepted during shop hours.
SECOND TIME AROUND SHOP
Wednesdays:
The Second Time Around Shop, of All Saints’ Episcopal Church, 535 Haws Ave., Norristown. Hours are 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. every Wed. Phone 610-279-3990 Email: allsaints535@yahoo.com.