Community Calendar

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Phoenixville Public Library

Library Info: 183Second Ave., www.phoenixvillelibrary.org, 610-933-3013x132. Reservations for events/programs can be made online or by calling the library. Phoenix FictionWriters: Adult writers of fiction invited to attend twice monthly meetings of the Phoenix Fiction Writers at the library. Free. Group meets second Thursday and third Tuesday of each month from 6:30 to 9p.m. in the library’s Harrop Room. Led by Eric Parmer, offering local writers education, empowerment and constructive criticism. Writers ask questions about the writing process, read work out loud and receive/offer input on material read. Free and open to public. To submit writing samples or for more information, contact Eric Parmer at edparmer@gmail.com. Legal Outreach Clinic: A free legal clinic will be offered at Phoenixville Public Library on the first Thursday of the month from 5to 7:30p.m. Ian J. Michener, Esq. of Rick Linn, LLC offers this Phoenixville Legal Outreach Clinic, providing information, counseling, and advocacy in various areas of law, including family law, trusts & estates, criminal defense, landlord-tenant law, and legal issues facing small businesses. Attendees receive a free 20-minute consultation with an attorney, who will provide counseling and access to legal resources as needed. Consultations are provided on a first-come, first served basis. For more information, call 610933-3013x132or email mpinto@ ccls.org. ESL Conversation Group: new weekly group on Saturdays from noon to 1:30p.m. Group facilitated by John Argeseanu and open to ESL students and tutors and anyone in the community looking to improve/practice their English. Free and open to public. For more info, e-mail johnarge- seanu@gmail.com. MobileWorkforce Navigator: Your guide to resources available to unemployed and underemployed job seekers through the PA CareerLink and the United Way Financial Stability Center of Chester County, is available for free, walk-in appointments each Wednesday from 10:45a.m. to 12:45p.m., immediately following the weekly meeting of the Library’s Career Success Group. Call for more info. Phoenixville Tech Group: The Phoenixville Tech Group holds weekly morning meetings at Phoenixville Public Library on Mondays from 10a.m. to noon, and monthly evening meetings on the third Thursday of the month from 7to 8:30p.m. The Phoenixville Tech Group brings technology users together to share knowledge and experience. We are particularly interested in helping those who have limited or no experience with computers. Topics that can be addressed include: digital cameras, cell phones, tablets, cable TV & FiOS, GPS, computer and printer recommendations, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, email, software installation, computer security, speeding up a sluggish computer, and more. The group is free and open to the public. More information on the group are available at www.phoenixvilletg. com, by email at Glenn@SeniorTechGroup.com or by calling 610-933-3013x132. Math 24Club: Mondays from 5 to 5:45p.m. For those in grades three to five. Math 24is a game that builds strong mental math and problem-solving skills. Cuéntame un cuento/Tell Me a Story: Second Wednesday of the month from1to 1:30p.m. Ages 3to 5with caregiver . No registration required. This is a bilingual storytime. Come and enjoy stories and songs in Spanish and English. Presented in collaboration with Ursinus College. Go – the Surrounding Game: Thursday afternoons from 4 to 5:30p.m. For all ages and families. Register online at phoenixvillelibrary.org, call 610-9333013ext. 124or visit the library. PhoenixWands for Firebird Festival: Saturday, Nov. 25, from 2to 4p.m. For all ages and families. Downstairs in the Community Room. Looking for a way to celebrate your community spirit? Drop by to make your own Phoenix Wand and be invited to carry it in the procession up to Friendship Field for Phoenixville’s 14th annual Firebird Festival Saturday, Dec. 9. Cost: $5for materials donation to the Firebird Festival. Microsoft Office & More!: Learn Microsoft’s Office 2013 programs and more in a series of free classes on selected Saturdays through December. IT professional Ernie Tidball is the instructor. The class schedule is as follows: Nov. 25(Publisher Basic); Dec. 2(Cyber Security). Class time is 10a.m. to noon in the Library’s Community Education Room. Students may bring their own laptops with Office 2013installed (Office not needed for Facebook and Cyber Security classes) and should bring a USB drive if they wish to save their work. Basic knowledge of computers and the ability to use a keyboard and mouse are required. Space is limited. Students may register for one or any combination of classes. When registering, indicate if you will be bringing a laptop. Phoenixville in WorldWar I: Phoenixville Public Library commemorates the 100th anniversary of America’s entrance into World War I with a free presentation by Ryan Conroy, historian and chairman of the Historical Society of the Phoenixville Area, Monday, Nov. 27, at 7p.m. In his presentation, “Phoenixville in World War I,” learn the stories of the men and women from Phoenixville who served during the war. 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. Teen Movie Night: “Tranformers: The Last Knight” (PG-13, 2017, 154minutes). Tuesday, Nov. 28, from 6to 8:15p.m. For grades five to 12. Light refreshments served. No registration required. Books on Tap: Books on Tap, Phoenixville Public Library’s book discussion group for adults in their 20s and 30s, will meet next on Tuesday, Nov. 28, at 7:30p.m. at Molly Maguire’s Restaurant & Pub, 197Bridge St., Phoenixville. The group will discuss “The Unseen World” by Liz Moore. A copy of the book may be reserved at the library or at ccls.org. This event is free and open to the public. Reservations not required. Food and drink not included but will be available for purchase. For more information, email Christine Shaffer at Shaffer.m.christine@gmail.com. Local Author Book Talk: Phoenixville Public Library will host a talk by local author Lorett Treese Thursday, Nov. 30at 7p.m. Her latest book is “A Serpent’s Tale: Discovering America’s Ancient Mound Builders.” This event is free and open to the public. Reservations are required on the Adult Events Calendar at phoenixvillelibrary.org or by calling 610-933-3013ext. 132. Adult Spanish Book Club: Phoenixville Public Library’s Adult Spanish Book Club will meet next Thursday, Nov. 30 from7to 8:30p.m. at the library. Attendees will enjoy a casual discussion, in Spanish, of “La Amortajada” by Chilean author Maria Luisa Bombal. A copy of the book may be reserved at the library or at ccls.org. This program is a collaboration with Ursinus College and is free and open to the public. No reservations required. For more information, call Giovanna Steyaert at 610-409-3129. Phoenix Book Club: The Phoenix Book Club will meet next Monday, Dec. 4, from 7 to 8:30p.m. at Phoenixville Public Library. It will discuss “On Canaan’s Side” by Sebastian Barry. A copy of this book may be reserved at the library or at ccls. org. The public is invited to attend. For more information, call 610-933-3013ext. 132or email mpinto@ccls.org. Make Your Own Acrylic Painting: Local artist Amy Hathaway will return to Phoenixville Public Library to lead another step-bystep acrylic painting class Tuesday, Dec. 5, from 6:30to 8:30 p.m. Cost of the class is $15, which includes a 16-by-20-inch canvas and all the supplies. No experience necessary. This event is open to the public. Light re- freshments served. Reservations are required on the Adult Events Calendar at phoenixvillelibrary. org or by calling 610-933-3013 ext. 132. AARP Smart Driver Two-Day Class: Phoenixville Public Library will host the AARP Smart Driver Course Thursday, Dec. 7, and Friday, Dec. 8, from 10a.m. to p.m. both days. This two-day course offers an opportunity to learn how to drive more efficiently and safely. The course contains up-to-date information about changes in ourselves, our vehicles and our roads. Plus, you may be eligible to receive an insurance discount upon completing the course, so consult your insurance agent for details. AARP membership is not required to take the course, and there are no tests to pass. Cost is $15for AARP members and $20for non-members, check or money order only, payable to AARP Smart Driver. 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. A 19th Century Christmastide: Phoenixville Public Library will present “A 19th Century Christmastide” with performer/ lecturer Rick Spencer Thursday, Dec. 7, at 7p.m.. Historical musician Rick Spencer will present a selection of Christmas songs that were popular at the end of the 1800s and are almost universally recognizable. He will offer commentary on the background and origins of the songs and the evolution of America’s 19th century Christmas traditions. He will accompany the songs on guitar, banjo, mandolin, concertina and Appalachian dulcimer. Audience members will be welcome to sing along. 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. APPRISE Medicare Open Enrollment Assistance: Free, unbiased, confidential appointments with a certified APPRISE counselor will be available at Phoenixville Public Library during Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period. Apprise is Pennsylvania’s state-run Medicare counseling program. Appointments will be available on Wednesdays at noon, 1:30or 3p.m. through Dec. 6. This service is free and open to the public. To schedule an appointment, call 610-344-5234 and leave your name, phone number and a good time to call

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Perkiomen Valley Library

Library Info: 290Second St., Schwenksville. Call 610-2878360for registration and information. Yoga: Mondays at 7:30p.m. Teens and adults. There is a charge per session. Join Adoja Amoah-Aggrey, RYT, / Carmen Molina, RYT, for all levels of yoga. Bring a mat and wear comfortable clothing. Beginners welcome. E-mail questions to yoga.vaayu@gmail.com. Preschool Storytime: Ages 2-5with an adult. Registration requested. Call 610-287-8360. Baby Storytime: Tuesdays at 9:30am. Ages 6-24mos. with adult. Enjoy stories, songs, and finger plays. Registration requested. Call 610-287-8360.

Area events

Thanksgiving Day Buffet Breakfast: The Perkiomen Township Fire Company will host its annual Thanksgiving Day Buffet Breakfast Nov. 23from 7:30to 11a.m. at the firehouse at Route 29and Trappe Road. Cost is $8for adults, $6for 5- to 10-year-olds, under 5free. Takeouts are available. Information: 610-489-7707. ShareJOY 5K: The fifth annual ShareJOY 5K Run/1-Mile Fun Walk will be held Saturday, Nov. 25, at 10a.m. at Lower Perkiomen Valley Park, 110New Mill Road, Oaks.Proceeds will benefit local fire companies, the building of fresh water wells in Papua New Guinea and hurricane relief in Houston, Florida and Puerto Rico. Day-of registration opens at 8:30a.m. Cost: $25. Officially timed by Pretzel City Sports. Awards given. For information, visit thesharejoyrun.org/thecause.