What’s Happening for the week of Aug. 13, 2017

What’s Happening – send dated church, school, social or non-profit event information (50 words or less) to the Owego Pennysaver, ATTN: Wendy Post, P.O. Box 149, Owego, N.Y. 13827, e-mail wpost@owegopennysaver.com or drop it off at our office, 181-183 Front St., Owego. Space available, your event will appear. **Note: We will only be running the revolving events (listed in the beginning) on the first Sunday of every month. This will allow room for more weekly postings to be published.

AUGUST

Tioga Opportunities offers Tai Chi Classes, Mon. and Thurs. from Aug. 14 to Oct. 5, 10 to 11 a.m., 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego. For more info or to register call 687-4120, ext. 331. 

Candor Farmer’s Market, every Thurs. thru Sept. 14, 3:30 to 6:30 p.m., Candor Town Hall, 101 Owego Rd., Candor. 

Richford Farmer’s Market, every Sat. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Jun. 24 to Sept. 9, Town Barn Road, Richford. For vending info, email Richfordmarket@gmail.com or for forms go to richfordmarket.weebly.com. 

Tioga P.E.N. Meeting, 2nd Friday of the month, 9:30 a.m., Elderwood Assisted Living, 44 Ball St., Waverly. For more info, call Jo at (585) 208-7499 or Nicole at (607) 565-6221. 

LEGO Club for young people ages five and older, fourth Thursday of the month, 6:30 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin. 

Fellowship Meal followed with a Bible Study, every Sunday. The meal is at 6 p.m. and the Bible Study is from 7 to 8 p.m., Bostwick Auction, 1121 Rte. 96, Candor. For more info, call Pastor Ed Hart at 761-4313 or email to hartmail64@yahoo.com. 

Open Bible Fellowship Bible Study, every Thursday, 7 p.m., Fellowship Dinner at 6 p.m., Bostwick Auctions, 1121 Owego Rd., Catatonk.

Clothing Closet, Monday thru Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Apalachin United Methodist Church, 303 Pennsylvania Ave., Apalachin. All items are free for people in need. For info, call 625-2733. 

Lollipop Kids Program, ages one to five, Fridays from 10 to 11 a.m., Owego Gymnastics & Activity Center, 748 St. Rte. 38, Owego. For info, call 687-2458.

Owego Zumba Gold, every Tues. and Thurs., 5:15 p.m., 72 North Ave., behind the Family Resource Center, Owego. For an up to date schedule, visit Owego Zumba Gold on Facebook. First class is free, $5 class drop in or punch pass of 10 for $45. For info, call Donna at 222-4685 or email dlvgibson6@gmail.com. 

United States Submarine Veterans, Inc. Southern Tier NY Base Meeting, 1st Tues. of the month, 7 p.m., American Legion Post 1700, 305 Maple St., Endicott. For info, call 687-2358 or email D39.L41@gmail.com.  

Families Anonymous 12 Step Fellowship, Wednesdays at 7 p.m., Saturday mornings at 10 a.m., St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 200 Jefferson Ave., Endicott. For info, visit familiesanonymous.org. 

Overeaters Anonymous Meeting, Wednesdays from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., Sayre Christian Church, Lincoln Street, Sayre. For more info, call (570) 882-9716.

GFJ Library free Monthly Workshops offered at GFJ Tech Center, Endicott. For info, list and registration for the workshops, visit gfjlibrary.org and click on the blue GFJ Tech Center tab or call 757-5350. 

Alzheimer’s Support Group, 3rd Tuesday of the month, 1:30 to 3 p.m., Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego. For info, call 687-4120, ext. 338 or 344. 

Multiple Sclerosis Support Group, last Thursday of every month, 6 to 8 p.m., St. John’s Lutheran Church, 207 S. Hopkins St., Sayre. For info, call (570) 888-9053.

Lyme Disease Support Group Meeting, 1st Tuesday of each month, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Spaulding Memorial Library, Athens.

Free Fencing and Swordplay Lessons, every Friday from 6 to 8 p.m., Newark Valley High School. Free and low-income options available, all ages welcome. 

Owego Golden Age senior group meetings and dish to pass, 2nd Thursday of each month, 11:30 a.m., First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, Owego. All who are 50 years and older are welcome to join. 

Woman’s Club of Endicott Monthly Meeting, last Monday of each month, 1 to 3 p.m., First Presbyterian Church of Endicott, Grant and Monroe, Grant Avenue entrance to downstairs meeting room. All women are welcome and refreshments are served. 

Candor Valley Riders Snowmobile Club Meeting, 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month, 7 p.m., Candor Ambulance Garage, Candor. For info, visit candorvalleyriders.com. 

Pancake Breakfast, 8 to 10 a.m., 2nd Saturday of the month, West Candor Maple (a.k.a. Beebe Sap House) Route 96, Candor. Good will donation. For info, visit candorvalleyriders.com. 

Candor Food Pantry, Wednesday, 3 to 5:30 p.m., 1 Water St., Candor. Bring proof of residency to sign up.

Nichols Senior Citizens Club meetings, 2nd Monday at 10 a.m. for bingo, bag lunch (from home) and brief business meeting. Also the 4th Monday at noon with a dish to pass lunch, entertainment and brief meeting. They collect $.50 at each meeting. If interested or for questions, call Janet at 699-6039 or Art at 699-3114. 

Supper Among Friends, 3rd Thursday of every month, 4:30 to 6 p.m., Nichols United Methodist Church, Nichols. Donations accepted. 

Owego Rotary Club Luncheon, Tuesdays at noon, Owego Treadway Inn, Route 17C, Owego. The cost is $9 per person and the public is invited.

Blind or Visually Impaired Support Group, 3rd Thursday of the month, 10 a.m., Countryside Community Center, Sheldon Guile Boulevard, Owego.

Lockheed Martin Owego Toastmasters Meeting, 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month, 7 to 8 a.m., St. Patrick’s Church, 300 Main St., Owego. Open to all. For info, call 953-9844. 

Faced with a drinking problem? Perhaps AA can help. Call 1-800-307-4285 or visit www.ny-aa.org. 

Meal on the Run – Eat-In or Take-out, 3rd Friday of every month, 4:30 to 7 p.m., Westbrook Lodge, 150 S. Main St., Nichols. Cost is $6 per person. 

All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast, 2nd Saturday of every month, 8 to 10 a.m., Owego United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 261 Main St., Owego. Cost is $5 for adults, and the cost for 12 and under is $3. Sponsored by OUMC Men.

Free Dinner every Thursday, 6 p.m., Owego United Methodist Church, Main Street, Owego. All are welcomed. Sponsored by Allied Christians of Tioga. 

Wing Night, every Tuesday, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., VFW Post 1371, 207 Main St., Owego.

Toddler Story Hour, every Wednesday (September through June) 10:15 to 11 a.m., Coburn Free Library, 275 Main St., Owego.

Fiber Arts Club (knitting, crocheting, etc.), every Thursday 6:30 to 8 p.m., Coburn Free Library, 275 Main St., Owego.

Emerging Writers, 3rd Thursday of the month, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Coburn Free Library, 275 Main St., Owego.

Mystery Book Club, 1st Thursday of the month, 4:15 to 5 p.m., Coburn Free Library, 275 Main St., Owego.

Monday Afternoon Book Club, 2nd Monday of the month, 1 to 2 p.m., Coburn Free Library, 275 Main St., Owego.

Bluegrass Gospel Jam, 2nd Saturday of the month, 7 to 9 p.m., Our Saviour Lutheran Church, 731 Hooper Rd., Endwell. 

Endicott Toastmasters Club Meeting, 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., basement of George F. Johnson Library, 1001 Park St., Endicott. For info, call 953-9844. 

Tioga County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) Board of Directors Meeting, 3rd Wednesday of the month at 9 a.m., Tioga County SWCD office, 183 Corporate Dr., Owego. For questions, call 687-3553 or email tcswcd@co.tioga.ny.us. 

The Newark Valley Senior Citizens Club meets the 3rd Thursday of each month, 11 a.m. meeting, 12 p.m. meal provided by the church, UCC Church in Newark Valley. Age 50 and over are welcome. For questions, call Carol at 642-5213.

GED (Adult Education) Classes, Tuesday and Thursday, 5 to 8 p.m., Candor High School, Academy Street, Candor. For info, call Susan Donatelli at 257-1555.

Food Addicts In Recovery Anonymous weekly meetings, for information on times and locations call (607) 595-7381, (607) 351-9504, or visit foodaddicts.org.

Quilting Classes, Mondays at 1 p.m., FCF Church, 27 Beach Rd., Apalachin, $7 per session. For info, call (570) 623-4402.

American Red Cross Blood Drive, call 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit redcrossblood.org for dates, times and locations. 

Write Now Writers Group, 1st Wednesday of the Month, 7 to 9 p.m., Candor Free Library, corner of Bank Street and Main Street, Candor. For more information, call Carol at 659-7661 or email carolhenry@frontiernet.net. 

Library Story Hour, Tuesdays 10:15 a.m., Candor Free Library, Bank Street, Candor.

Candor Town Board Meeting, 2nd Tuesday of the month, review and sign vouchers at 6:30 p.m., meeting begins at 7 p.m., Candor Town Hall, Route 96B, Candor.

Open Hearts Dinner, every Wednesday, 5 to 6:30 p.m., McKendree UMC, 224 Owego St., Candor.

Candor Fire District Regular Meetings, 2nd and last Tuesday of the month, 7 p.m., Candor Fire Station, 74 Owego Rd., Candor. For more info, call Tim at 659-3341. 

Village of Candor Board Meeting, 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month, 6:30 p.m., Candor Village Hall, Main Street, Candor. 

TOPS Chapter 418, every Friday 10 a.m., Calvary United Methodist Church, 3505 Vestal Parkway West, Vestal. For questions, call Barbara at 748-3443.

TOPS Chapter 306, every Thursday, weigh-in starts 5:45 p.m., meeting at 6:30 p.m., Wesley Methodist Church, 1000 Day Hollow Rd., corner of Day Hollow Road and Boswell Hill Road, Endicott. For information, call 754-6913.

TOPS Chapter 1036, every Tues., 5:30 to 7 p.m., Newark Valley Post Office, Newark Valley. 

TOPS Chapter 1128, every Thursday, 6 p.m., Candor Town Hall, 101 Owego Rd., Candor. For info, call Jean at 659-9969.

TOPS Chapter 646 meets Mondays, Weigh-ins from 8:30 to 9:20 a.m., Waverly United Methodist Church, corner of Chemung and Waverly Streets, Waverly. Meeting follows weigh-in. For info, call (607) 857-4503 or (570) 888-4244.

TOPS Chapter 0768, meets every Saturday, 7 a.m. weigh-ins, 7:30 a.m. meeting, Municipal Building, 83 Main St., Van Etten. For more info, call Ruth at 589-4515. 

Friends of the Library Meeting, last Thursday of the month, downstairs meeting room, Candor Free Library, Bank Street, Candor. 

Candor Free Library Board of Trustees Meeting, 1st Wednesday of the month, 6 p.m., Candor Free Library, Corner of Bank and Main Street, Candor. For more info, call Sue at 659-3022 or email candorwriter@yahoo.com. 

Newark Valley Food Pantry, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3 to 4 p.m., Senior Pantry every 2nd Wednesday from 10 to 11 a.m., Methodist Church Ministry Center, Newark Valley. Open to people in the 13811 area. For more info or anyone wishing to volunteer, call 642-8102 or 642-8587.

The Clothing Center, Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to noon, Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Central United Methodist Church, 17 Nanticoke Ave., Endicott. Free clothing and various items, they also accept donations. For questions, call MaryAnn at 786-9040.

Candor MOPS (for moms of infants through kindergarten age), 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month, Candor Congregational Church parsonage, Main Street, Candor. For info, call Maryalice at 659-5191. 

Constitution Chat, 2nd Thursday of every month, 7 p.m., Candor Congregational Church, Main Street, Candor. For questions, call Melvin at 659-4785.

AUGUST 13

Levels of Long Term Care, 11:30 a.m., First Baptist Church of Christ, corner of Church and Main Street, Owego. Call 687-4394 for more information. 

Benefit to assist Jimmy and Crystal Klingle and their boys, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., West Creek Roadhouse, Richford. Pulled pork sandwiches with sides, Chinese auction and bake sale. To donate or for questions, call Andrea at 760-8454 or Jamie at 229-8681.

AUGUST 14

Village of Van Etten Municipal Sharing Workshop, 6:30 p.m., 6 Gee St., Route 34, Van Etten.  

AUGUST 15

Beach Party with Swiss Steak dinner, music and fun, 4:30 to 6 p.m., Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego. Reservations are required, suggested contribution for ages 60 and over is $5; under 60 is $7. For reservations, call Carmel at 687-4120, ext. 320 before noon on Aug. 11. 

AUGUST 16

Free Book Give Away, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Coburn Free Library, Main Street, Owego. Monetary donations will be accepted, if you have questions, call 687-3520. 

Ice Cream Social, 8 p.m., Whittemore Hill United Methodist Church, corner of Whittemore Hill Road and Teeter Road, Owego. 

Ice Cream Social at Nathan T. Hall Elementary, 6 p.m. This is part of the Build a Better World 2017 Summer Reading Program.

Spencer Picnic Kiddie Parade, 6:15 p.m. sign-in, 6:30 p.m. start for ages 12 and under, Nichols Park Grandstand, Nichols. Cash prizes, ride tickets, Theme – Off to the Races! Or any costume you dream up!

AUGUST 17

Tioga County Public Health Rabies Vaccination Clinic, 6 to 8 p.m., Berkshire Fire Station, 12515 St. Rte. 38, Berkshire. 

Alzheimer’s Program, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., Waverly Municipal Building, 32 Ithaca St., Waverly. “Know the 10 Signs: Early Detection Matters.” To register, call 687-4120, ext. 331. 

AUGUST 18

Become a Trainer for “Six Steps to Better Balance”, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Tioga Opportunities, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego. Class is designed for those working with caregivers or older adults such as Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, RN’s, Home Health Care professionals and staff at senior centers. For info, call (248) 562-7111. 

Spaghetti Dinner, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., Campville United Methodist Church, 6110 State Route 17C, Campville. 

Friday Afternoon Movie – “Spark: Be the Hero You Were Born to Become!”, 2 p.m., Van Etten Library, Van Etten. 

Chicken BBQ, 5 to 7:30 p.m., Weltonville Fire Station, West Creek Road, Newark Valley. Cost is $10 per person and includes chicken, salt potatoes, sweet corn, roll, dessert and drink. 

AUGUST 19

Terry Patrick and Busybirds Free Concert, 6 to 9 p.m., Trout Ponds, Newark Valley.

Feed the 5000, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Candor Fire Hall Pavilion, Candor. Delicious foods, fun activities, upbeat Christian music and face painting, all free of charge for adults and kids!

Annual Gospel Chapel Church Picnic, 1 p.m., Hickories Park, Owego, Pavilion #6. Bring a dish to pass, table service and meat. Beverages will be provided. Many activities, games and music! You are welcome to bring your dog!

100th Anniversary of Women’s Suffrage in New York State, noon to 2 p.m. – Tours of the Historic Tioga County Courthouse, 2:30 p.m. – Local dignitaries honor suffragists, and at 3:20 p.m. Susan B. Anthony addresses the public.  

Story Hour and Crafts, 10 a.m., Tappan-Spaulding memorial Library, Newark Valley.

Chicken BBQ, begins at noon, Richford Volunteer Fire Department, Richford. Cost is $9 a dinner, and $6 for a half. Served with choice of baked beans, macaroni salad or cole slaw, roll, dessert and water.  

God’s Galaxy Vacation Bible School, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Vestal Center United Methodist Church, 478 West Hill Rd., Vestal. 

AUGUST 20

New England Style Contradance with some Squares featuring the band Eileen Kaflass, Tim Ball and Casey Murray, 4 to 7 p.m., Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd. Owego. General admission is $7; students and seniors (55 and older) are $5; family maximum, $15. For more information, call Stu at (607) 687-4034 or Dean at (607) 654-3185.

Music Night with Matthews Family Tradition, 4 to 7 p.m., The Country Diner, 45 East Tioga St., Spencer. 

Owego Gymnastics Center’s Golf Tournament, Captain and Crew format, Pheasant Hill Country Club beginning at 10 a.m. Visit www.owegogymnastics.com or call 687-2458 to sign up or to become a sponsor.

32nd Annual Car Show and Flea Market, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Hickories Park, Owego. To register for the show visit www.tiogaregionAACA.com or call George at 754-4506 or Joe at 760-9200. Cost is $2 per person or $5 per carload. Ages 12 and under are free. 

AUGUST 21

Meeting to Discuss Stories about Human Rights compiled by Amnesty International Free Read, 7 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin. 

VFW Post 1371 Auxiliary Monthly Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Main Street, Owego.

Village of Van Etten Regular Meeting, 7 p.m., Village Office, 6 Gee St., Van Etten. 

AUGUST 23

Poetry and Sing-a-Long, 6 p.m. Tappan-Spaulding Memorial Library, Newark Valley. This is part of the Build a Better World 2017 Summer Reading Program.

Pokemon Perler Bead Design Workshop, 3:30 p.m., Van Etten Library, Van Etten. Create your favorite Pokemon using Perler beads!

Dementia Conversations, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Berkshire Free Library, Route 38, Berkshire. To register call 330-1647, ext. 100.

AUGUST 25

Back to School Concert with Johnny Only and Juggler Will Stafford, 1 to 3 p.m., Oakdale Mall, 601 Harry L Dr., Johnson City. 

AUGUST 26

Colby Cheese making with Laryssa Zahajkewycz, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Bement Billings Farmstead Museum, 9241 Rt. 38, Newark Valley. Cost is $35 for Newark Valley Historical Society members, and $40 for non-members. Call Leslie at 642-5412 by Aug. 16 to register. 

14th Annual Garlic Festival, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., The American Civic Association, 131 Front St., Binghamton. Variety of acts, ethnic food and vendors! Cost is $3 for adults, $2 for age six to 11, and five and under is free. 

Annual Ed Martin Memorial Clambake, 1 to 5 p.m., VFW Post 1371, 207 Main St., Owego. Tickets are available until Aug. 18 and cost $38 per person. Beer, wine and soda are also included. Drop off or mail your check payable to VFW Post 1371, 207 Main St., Owego, N.Y. 13827. 

AUGUST 27

Lumber River Concert, 6 p.m., on the Green at the corner of Church and Main Streets, East Smithfield, Pa. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Love offering will be collected to benefit the quartet.

AUGUST 28

Newark Valley Central School District Board of Education Meeting, 6:30 p.m., District Office at the High School, 68 Wilson Creek Rd., Newark Valley. 

AUGUST 28 to 31

Soccer Camp, 9 a.m. to noon, Tioga County Boys & Girls Club, Erie Street, Owego. Open to grades K-8, emphasis will be on foot skills. Cost is $25, for info or registration call Dillon at 687-0690 or email dtiddick@tiogabgca.org. 

AUGUST 30

Mobile Food Pantry Food Distribution, 11 a.m. to noon, St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church parking lot, 110 Pennyslvania Ave., Apalachin. Bring your own bags or boxes. For questions, call 796-6061. 

Birds, Bees and Burrows, 6 p.m., Tappan-Spaulding Memorial Library, Newark Valley. This is part of the Build a Better World 2017 Summer Reading Program.

Back to School Arts and Crafts Projects, 3:30 p.m., Van Etten Library, Van Etten. 

AUGUST 31

Free Ice Cream Social, 6:30 p.m., Park Terrace Community United Methodist Church, 30 Glann Rd., Apalachin. 

SEPTEMBER 7

Understanding and Responding to Dementia-related Behavior, Berkshire Free Library, Route 38, Berkshire. To register, call 785-7852, ext. 100. 

SEPTEMBER 8

It Was a Very Good Year Tribute to Frank Sinatra preformed by Tony Sands, 8 p.m., Ti-Ahwaga Performing Arts Center, 42 Delphine St., Owego. Cost is $25 per person. For more info, call 687-2130 or email to info@tiahwaga.com. 

SEPTEMBER 8 & 9

5th Annual Bluegrass Festival, Fri. 4 to 9 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., North Barton Grange, 1363 Ellis Creek Rd., Waverly. Chicken and Pork BBQ on Sat., food tent / bake sale / vendors / Chinese Auction with live bands for entertainment. Cost is $30 in advance for the weekend before Aug. 28 or $35 at the gate. Tickets are $20 in advance for Saturday only before Aug. 28 or $25 at the gate. Tickets are $10 for Friday only, and children 16 and under are free with a paying adult. For tickets, call Beverly at 687-1678 or Liel at 426-2872. 

SEPTEMBER 9

Open Hearth Cooking with Leslie Kiersted and Deb Lum, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Bement-Billings Farmstead Museum, 9241 Rt. 38, Newark Valley. Cost is $45 for Newark Valley Historical Society members, and $50 for non-members. Call Leslie at 642-5412 by Aug. 16 to register. 

WoofRock, noon to 6 p.m., Animal Care Sanctuary, East Smithfield. Local bands include Prairie Dogma, Hi-Way Fruit Market and MR2. Advance tickets are $15 or $20 on the day of the show. For more information, visit www.animalcaresantuary.com. 

Watts On Tap Free Concert, 6 to 9 p.m., Trout Ponds, Newark Valley. 

SEPTEMBER 10

Music Night with Triple Play, 4 to 8 p.m., The Country Diner, 45 East Tioga St., Spencer.

SEPTEMBER 13

Taste of Chemung, 6 p.m., Hill Top Inn, 171 Jerusalem Hill Rd., Elmira. Cost is $30 in advance, $35 at the door, advance tickets available at the Wisner and EastSide Markets. 

SEPTEMBER 16

Candor Fire Company Auxiliary’s 25 Year Anniversary with Open House and Ice Cream Social, 1 to 4 p.m., Candor Fire Company, Candor. There will be finger foods and games for kids. Fire personnel will have water sports and will be showing their fire trucks. 

SEPTEMBER 17

Olde Time Cruise-In and Family Day, 9 a.m., Warren Township Community Center, Warren Center, Pa. Food and live music with Andy Boardman. Free admission, but donations are greatly appreciated. For more info, call (570) 395-3221. 

SEPTEMBER 21

Tioga County Public Health Rabies Vaccination Clinic, 6 to 8 p.m., Nichols Fire Station, 106 W. River Rd., Nichols. A $10 donation per animal is requested but not required. 

SEPTEMBER 23

Candor Emergency Squad’s 8th Annual Golf Tournament, 8:30 a.m. Shotgun start, Catatonk Golf Club, Candor. Cost is $65 per person and includes greens fees, cart and BBQ dinner to follow. Registration and payment are due no later than Sept. 13. Call 659-5529 or visit www.candorems.org.

SEPTEMBER 25

Newark Valley Central School District Board of Education Meeting, 6:30 p.m., District Office at the High School, 68 Wilson Creek Rd., Newark Valley.

OCTOBER 1

The Nichols School Reunion, visit and reminisce, noon to 1 p.m., dinner at 1 p.m., Nichols American Legion Post 1624, Dean Street, Nichols.