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Community Events

Fall Bazaar: Holy Trinity Orthodox Church, 1236 Juniper St., Pottstown, will hold its annual fall bazaar Saturday, Nov. 3, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Customers will be able to purchase pierogi, either potato or sauerkraut; holupki (stuffed cabbage); halushki (buttered noodles); potato pancakes; kielbasi; and various nut rolls, all made from authentic Slavic recipes. Homemade soups and baked goods also will be available. Customers can enjoy a meal at the church or buy takeout. The bazaar will feature gift basket raffles and a flea market. On-site parking is available. For more information, visit holytrinitypottstown.org or call 610-327-1542.

Designer Bag Bingo: The sixth annual Bingo Bags & Wine 4 Ethan fundraiser will take place Saturday, Nov. 3, at North End Fire Company, 301 Prospect St., Pottstown. Registration will start at 6 p.m., with bingo from 7 to 10 p.m. Prizes for bingo game winners will consist of assorted designer bags by Coach, Kate Spade and Michael Kors. There will also be raffles and a 50⁄50 drawing at the end of the night. The fundraiser will support Gilbertsville resident Ethan Schwartz, a 9-year-old boy who was born with the same congenital heart defect as Jimmy Kimmel’s son, Billy. Since age 2, he has been wheelchair bound with Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy, in addition to his congenital heart condition. There are many costs associated with his care that are totally out-of-pocket expenses. Those interested can register and/or make donations at bingobagswine4ethan.simpletix.com.

Stove Plates and Franklin Stoves: Pottsgrove Manor will host the lecture “Stove Plates and Franklin Stoves” presented by historian Dan Graham Saturday, Nov. 10, at 1 p.m. Hear about how some of the biggest names in colonial Pennsylvania history, Benjamin Franklin and John Potts, were connected through iron. Learn about how John Potts’ management of Warwick led to the production and sale of Franklin’s invention across the eastern seaboard, from Philadelphia to Boston and beyond. Discover how less familiar names such as Samuel Savage and Robert Grace helped to make the stove a staple of colonial heating and history. This program welcomes all ages, and there is a suggested $2 donation per person for this event. Pottsgrove Manor is located at 100 W. King St., Pottstown.

“Get A Job”: Ringing Hills Chorus of Sweet Adelines will present “Get a Job” Saturday, Nov. 10, at 2 p.m. at St. Paul’s UCC, 1312 Old Swede Road, Douglassville. Lustre, 2018 international quartet champions, will appear as the special guest quartet. Tickets will be available at the door for $12 adults and $6 children. The venue is handicapped accessible. For further information, visit ringinghillschorus.org.

Good Night at the Manor: Uncover the evening work and routines of the Potts family and their household staff with the new exhibit Good Night at the Manor, which will run through Sunday, Nov. 11, at Pottsgrove Manor, 100 W. King St., Pottstown. Tours of the exhibit will be given during regular museum hours. Admission is free, but donations are appreciated. For more information, call 610-326-4014 or visit montcopa.org/pottsgrovemanor.

Announcements

Pottstown Area Garden Club: meets on the first Friday of each month at St. James Lutheran Church, 1101 E. High St., Pottstown at 11:30 a.m. The club is open to anyone interested in all aspects of gardening, including opportunities for further education in horticulture, floral and landscape design, garden study and flower show schools.

PMMC Offering Free Child

Care Safety Check: Pottstown Memorial Medical Center is offering free car seat safety checks on the third Friday of every month from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Goodwill Ambulance Company, 714 E. High St., Pottstown. Child Certified Passenger Safety Technicians and trained volunteers will check child car seats for: recalls and damage; best fit for weight, height, and age; and will teach installation techniques. For more information, or to schedule an appointment, please call: 610327-7145.

Celebrate Recovery: The newest ministry at Hopewell Community Church, 1130 Commerce Drive, Pottstown, will “Celebrate Recovery” through meetings every Wednesday at 7 p.m. Celebrate Recovery deals with Hurts, Hang Ups, and yes Habits. It is a twelve step program, unlike

other programs we know who our “higher power” is, the one and only God and it is biblically based. We will honor Jesus and Praise Him. All of the studies will emphasize forgiveness and salvation. The “Eight Principles” are based on the Beatitudes for the purpose of leading all who attend on the path toward recovery. Contact Sheldon Rosenberg or call 610-326-8450.

Celebrate Recovery: Biblically based recovery program supports people who struggle with hurts, habits, and hang-ups. Meets 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.

The Monday Morning Miracle Al-Anon Family Group: meets every Monday at 11 a.m. at the Trinity Reformed United Church of Christ located at 60 N. Hanover St., Pottstown, PA. Please park in the rear of the church. We meet in the Choir Room. It is an open meeting and one hour long.

Pottsgrove Recreation Board:

Monday/Thursday: Table Tennis, Pottsgrove High School cafeteria, 7 p.m.; Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: Women’s Exercise, Pottsgrove High School cafeteria, 6 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, 117 North Monocacy Creek Road in Douglassville, last Friday of month 7 to 8 p.m. Open invitation for anyone. For information call 610-385-7141 or email admin@ hopechurchamity.org.

Moms Club of Pottsgrove/

Pottstown: Meeting every third Wednesday 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. A national support group, 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. 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, hangups 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.

Alzheimer’s Association Support Group: The Alzheimer’s Association’s Monthly Support Group meets the third Thursdays at Chestnut Knoll Assisted Living, 120 W. 5th Street in Boyertown from 6:30 to 8 p.m. 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. Selection of secular and religious books available for bargain prices. Many popular authors are available. There are also self help, reference and travel books, cookbooks, and children’s books. Small gift items also available at low price. Friday, noon to 4 p.m. and Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The first Saturday of month is bag sale.

Open Beading Night: Free at Buttercup Beads from 6 to 8:30 p.m. once a month. Bring a project you’re working on or start a new one in company of other Beaders at our monthly bead soirée. Byob, snacks to share. Call to save seat. Check website calendar for dates. Ages 16 and up. We hold jewelry making classes, kids and adult jewelry making parties, finished artisan jewelry, variety of beads. www. buttercupbeads.com. Buttercup Beads 1123 Pawlings Road, Audubon 484-524-8231.

Moms Club Of New Hanover Township: Group of “Moms Offering Moms Support” for mothers at home (at least part time) raising their children. Monthly business meeting on second Fridays at 9:30 a.m. at a local church. Visitors including moms and their children always welcome. If you are interested in membership or attending meeting, e-mail momsclubofnht@yahoo.com. Visit www. momsclubofnht.webs.com.

Meatout Vegetarian/Vegan Support And Outreach: Contact Veronica or Georgia Smith at Aceg1402@aol.com or 610-9704539. Perkiomen Valley Library At Schwenksville Monthly Book Discussion: fourth Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at the corner of Second and Church streets in Schwenksville. Light refreshments and conversation. Read the book prior to discussion. Free and open to public. Registration requested. Call 610-287-8360.

Berks Visiting Nurse Association Wellness Events

Travel Immunizations (by appointment only): For those traveling to other countries, Berks VNA has travel immunizations available at its Wyomissing location at 1170 Berkshire Boulevard by appointment only between the hours of 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call 610378-0481.

Free Child Immunization Clinics: Visiting Nurse Association of Pottstown & Vicinity will hold free childhood immunization clinics each month for uninsured and under-insured children (ages 0-18 years). By appointment only, the childhood immunization clinics are held at the VNAP facility located at 1963 East High Street, Pottstown. For more information or an immunization schedule, please call 610-378-0481 or visit www.vnapottstown.org.

Perkiomen Valley Library

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

Yoga: Mondays at 7:30 p.m. Teens and adults. Drop-in for $5 per session. Join Adjoa AmoahAggrey, RYT/Carmen Molina, RYT, for all levels of yoga. Bring a mat and wear comfortable clothing. Beginners welcome. Email questions to yoga.vaayu@ gmail.com. Rockin’ Thru History: Tuesday, July 10, at 6:30 p.m. For all ages. Through a mix of singing and storytelling, children will get a sense of the amazing and true tale of our nation’s beginnings. No advanced registration required.

Preschool Storytime: Thursdays through Nov. 1 at 10 a.m. For ages 2 to 5 with an adult. Enjoy stories and songs introducing early literacy skills. Registration requested.

Builders Club: Thursday, Nov. 1, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Drop-in with your friends and discover a variety of ways to build. Discover new, fun ways to build each month. No advanced registration required.

Knitters: Thursday, Nov. 1, at 6:30 p.m. Bring your needles and yarn. Beginners welcome. Share

your projects, learn a new stitch and make new friends. The knitters meet the first Thursday of each month. Movie Day: Tuesday, Nov. 6, at 2 and 6 p.m. School is out. Check out the new “Incredibles” movie. Enjoy a free movie and popcorn with your friends. Optional: bring your own comfortable chair to lounge in.

Tail Waggin’ Tales: Wednesday, Nov.13, from 6 to 8 p.m. Drop in and read to certified pet therapy dogs. No appointment needed. Come practice your read-aloud skills. All ages and reading abilities welcome.

Laughter Yoga: Thursday, Nov. 8, at 7 p.m. Join Laughter Yoga leader Chris Filippini: the second Thursday of each month for an evening of fun exercise. Laughter Yoga combines laughter exercises with deep yogic breathing to the gain health benefits of laughing without having to rely on humor. Bring a bottle of water and a willingness to laugh on purpose. No mats needed. No fee required; donations to the library accepted. Use Church Street entrance.

Minecraft Night — BYOT:

Tuesday, Nov. 20, from 6 to 8 p.m. Bring your own tablet (or laptop) and your Minecraft account information. Play Minecraft and show of your creations. Registration requested.

Read, Think, Chat: Tuesday, Nov. 20, at 6:30 p.m. Join a lively discussion of books. The book to be discussed is “The Storied Life of A. J. Fikry” by Gabrielle Zevin.

Cookbook Club and Monthly Potluck: Tuesday, Nov. 27, 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). Featured cookbook: “The Gourmet Cookie Book: the single best recipe from each year 1941-2009.”

Red Cross Blood Drive:

Thursday, Nov. 29, from 2 to 7 p.m. Make an appointment at redcrossblood.org. Complete your Rapid Pass the day of the blood drive to shorten your registration time. The blood drive will be held in the auditorium. Use Church Street entrance. Walk-ins welcomed; however, appointments are highly recommended. Call 610-287-8360 for more information.

Cookies with Santa: Saturday, Dec. 1, from 10 a.m. to noon. Bring your camera and have your picture taken with Santa. Enjoy snacks and a craft. Santa’s visit is co-sponsored by LBAC Travel. Call 610-287-8360.