What’s Happening for the week of March 25, 2018

What’s Happening – send dated church, school, social or non-profit event information (50 words or less) to the Owego Pennysaver, ATTN: Wendy Post, 181-183 Front St., Owego, N.Y. 13827, e-mail wpost@owegopennysaver.com or drop it off at our office. Please send your event at least ten days in advance, and we will run it, space available, a week or two prior to the event. If you need your event to run longer than that, please call our office at (607) 687-2434 and speak to a sales representative. 

MARCH 24 & 25

49th Annual Che-Hanna Rock & Mineral Club Show, Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wysox Volunteer Fire Hall, Wysox. The admission fee is $3 for adults, $1 for students, and ages under eight are admitted free. For more info, visit chehannarocks.com or call Bob at (570) 928-9238. 

MARCH 25

Easter Egg Hunt, 2 p.m., Park Terrace Community United Methodist Church, 30 Glann Rd., Apalachin. 

Phil Jordan Psychic Show, 3 p.m., Candor American Legion, 90 Spencer Rd., Candor. Pre-sale only tickets are available by calling 659-4724; ticket cost is $20 and non-refundable. 

Palm Sunday – Procession led by Mable and Charlie, The Iron Kettle Donkeys, 9:30 a.m., St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 17 Main St., Candor. 

Benefit for the Busch Family, 1 to 5 p.m., Touch of Texas, Northgate Plaza, 1240 Front St., Binghamton. The cost is $15 for adults, $5 for ages 10 and under. Event will feature a pasta dinner, raffles, 50/50 and more! For info, email to Kickitcooper@yahoo.com or call 725-8553. 

MARCH 26

“Shawna Has a Secret”, 5:30 to 7 p.m., Owego Family Resource Center, 72 North Ave., Owego. This program gives adults the chance to explore through a typical teenager’s bedroom to find signs of substance use. For adults 21 and older. Call CASA-Trinity at 232-4066 to sign up, or email to coleveno@casa-trinity.org. 

Line Dance Lessons, 7 to 9 p.m., Punk’s Place, 21 Mill St., Candor. Cost is $5 person, for info call 659-5714. 

Ahwaga Canoe and Kayak Club Meeting, 7 p.m., Central United Methodist Church, 17 Nanticoke Ave., Endicott. For more info, visit ackcny.org or email to mdouglas@stny.rr.com. 

MARCH 28

Storytime, 10:15 to 11 a.m., Coburn Free Library, Main Street, Owego. All ages welcome, babies and toddlers too!

Candor Food Pantry, 3 to 5:30 p.m., 1 Water St., Candor. For more info, call 206-1060. 

MARCH 28 & 29

AARP Driver Safety Course, 9 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., Countryside Community Center, Sheldon Guile Boulevard in Owego. Only 12 seats available. The cost is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. Sign up by calling 687-4120. 

MARCH 28 to APRIL 18

Learn ASL: Introduction to American Sign Language Class, four classes held on Wednesdays from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Inspire Community Center, 57 East Tioga St., Spencer. The cost is $35 for four sessions. Call 589-7688 for more information.

MARCH 29

1st Annual Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., VFW Post 1371, Main Street, Owego. Mobile Canteen will provide a free lunch for all Tioga County Vietnam Veterans. Sponsored by the Tioga County Veterans’ Service Agency, VFW Post 1371, Clear Path for Veterans – Southern Tier, and VVA Chapter 480. For more information, call John or Mike at 687-8228.

Is It Lyme, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Elmira Country Club, 1538 W. Church St., Elmira. 

Maundy Thursday, 7 p.m., Flemingville United Methodist Church, Rev. Viki Andrews will lead the worship.

MARCH 28 & 29

Transportation Resources in Tioga County Presentation, Wednesday from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Newark Valley Municipal Building at 9 Park St.; and then from noon to 1 p.m., CCE Tioga Conference Room, 56 Main St., Owego. For more info, call Andy at 687-4020. 

MARCH 29 & 30

The Stations of the Cross – A Self Guided Easter event, 5 to 8 p.m., Gospel Chapel, Fellowship Rooms, 203 N. Ave., Owego (next to Weaver’s Auto Repair). Walk through the last days of Jesus’ life on earth on a journey you won’t forget. 

MARCH 30

Good Friday Vigil, noon to 3 p.m., Newark Valley United Methodist Church, Newark Valley.

Good Friday Service, 7 p.m., Newark Valley United Methodist Church, Newark Valley. Led by Rev. Gary Freeland.

Book Club Meeting, 12:15 p.m., Van Etten Library.

Good Friday Service, 7 p.m., St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 17 Main St., Candor. 

MARCH 31

Come and Walk the Footsteps of Christ Prayer Walk, 9 a.m. to noon, Newark Valley United Methodist Church, Newark Valley.

Easter Egg Hunt, 10 a.m., North Barton Grange, 1363 Ellis Creek Rd., Waverly. Coloring contest with prizes. For ages 12 and under.

Things that Fly at Candor Free Library, 1 p.m., corner of Main and Bank Streets, Candor. Register by calling 659-7258. Free event. 

Easter Egg Hunt, 11 a.m., Vestal Center United Methodist Church, 478 West Hill Rd., Vestal. Open to children ages 0 to 12; bring your baskets and join them for eggs, snacks and songs!

“Flight School” STEM Workshop, 1 p.m., Candor Free Library, corner of Main and Bank Streets, Candor. Free event. 

APRIL 1

Sunrise Service, 6:40 a.m. at the Trout Ponds Gazebo in Newark Valley. 

Morning Worship, 9:30 a.m., Newark Valley United Methodist Church, Newark Valley.

Son Rise Service “Just Come And See”, 6:30 a.m., Indian Girl Monument, Owego. For info call Bob at 972-7625.

Easter Service, 10 a.m., St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 17 Main St., Candor. 

APRIL 2 & 3

AARP Driver Safety Class, Monday from 1 to 4 p.m. and Tuesday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:45 p.m., Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guiles Blvd., Owego. Cost is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members; call 687-4120 to reserve your seat.

APRIL 3

Tioga County Health & Human Services Meeting, 8:30 a.m., Ronald E. Dougherty County Office Building, 56 Main St., Owego. 

Tioga County Clerk, Historian, Real Property, Veterans and Elections Meeting, 9:30 a.m., Ronald E. Dougherty County Office Building, 56 Main St., Owego.

Tioga County Information Technology Meeting, 10:30 a.m., Ronald E. Dougherty County Office Building, 56 Main St., Owego.

Tioga County Economic Development / Planning / Tourism / Job Training and Agriculture Meeting, 1 p.m., Ronald E. Dougherty County Office Building, 56 Main St., Owego.

Tioga County Public Safety / Probation, DWI and Safety Meeting, 2:30 p.m., Ronald E. Dougherty County Office Building, 56 Main St., Owego.

APRIL 4

Carantouan Greenway to host program on the Hellbender, cash bar from 6 to 6:30 p.m. followed by dinner and a brief business meeting, Tomasso’s Restaurant, Waverly. The cost is $25 per person. RSVP at www.carantouangreenway.org/annualmeeting.html or call Jim at 742-8309 and leave a message. 

LEGO Club, 6:30 p.m., Noble Room, 9 Park St., Newark Valley. 

APRIL 5

United Methodist Men, BROTHERS for the CROSS Breakfast Meeting, 1st Thursday of each month, 8 a.m., Blue Dolphin Restaurant. This is a Christian Men’s group to include all denominations in the Apalachin area. All are welcome. 

Doug’s Fish Fry, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Village of Spencer Municipal Building, 41 North Main St. Proceeds used for chem-free after graduation party for S-VE class of 2018. 

Tioga County Public Works and Capital Projects Meeting, 8:30 a.m., Ronald E. Dougherty County Office Building, 56 Main St., Owego.

Tioga County Personnel / ADA and Right to Know Meeting, 10:30 a.m., Ronald E. Dougherty County Office Building, Personnel Conference Room, 56 Main St., Owego.

Tioga County 1st Monthly Legislative Workshop and Legislative Support Meeting, 1 p.m., Ronald E. Dougherty County Office Building, 56 Main St., Owego.

APRIL 6

VFW Friday Special: Lasagna with Garlic Bread, Soup and Salad Bar, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Main Street, Owego. Regular menu also available.

APRIL 7

The Salt City Jazz Collective and Rick Pedro, 8 p.m., Ti-Ahwaga Community Players, 42 Delphine St., Owego. Tickets are $25. For tickets, call 687-2130 or visit tiahwaga.com. 

‘A Peek in the Boxes’ Open House, Collection Storage, 2 to 4 p.m., Newark Valley Municipal Building, Rollie Noble Room, 9 Park St., Newark Valley. Free and open to the public. Visit www.nvhistory.org.

Rummage and Bake Sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Little Meadows United Methodist Church, 843 Pennsylvania Ave., Rte. 858, Little Meadows, Pa. Bag sale begins at 1 p.m., lunch available. Bake sale benefits youth campership fund. 

Busy Bird Springfest – A Full Day of Music and Fun! Doors open at 11 a.m., music begins at noon, Kalurah Shrine Temple, 625 Dickson St., Endicott. Food and refreshments will be available all day, and there will also be a cash bar and jammin’ area. Admission is $15, and there is no fee for ages 16 and under. For more info, visit busybirdbluegrass.com. 

The Humane Society’s Rummage Sale, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., American Legion Post 80, 76 Main St., Binghamton. Donations for the sale can be dropped off on Friday, April 6, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the American Legion. No books, clothing or TVs. For more info, call Kim at 724-3709, ext. 107 or email to kbroderick@bhumanesoc.com. 

Spaghetti and Meatball Dinner, 1 to 5 p.m., VFW Post 1371, Main Street, Owego. Fundraiser for student ambassador program through People to People International. 

Team Trivia and Karaoke with Grover, 7 p.m., VFW Post 1371, Main Street, Owego. 

Doodle with Zentangles in the Round Free Workshop, 2 p.m., Candor Free Library, Candor. To register, call the library at 659-7258.

APRIL 7 & 8

Whole Food Plant-Based Free Cooking Class – Part I & II, Sat. 1 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m., Tioga County Seventh-day Adventist Church, 1088 Owego Rd., Candor. No pre-registration required.

APRIL 8

Candor St. Baldrick’s Shave-a-Thon, signin for the 5K run / walk begins at 8:30 a.m., the start time is 9:30 a.m., the Shave-a-Thon is from 1 to 4 p.m., Candor Elementary School, Candor. Register online at stbaldricks.org/events/candor2018. For more info, call Kelly at 972-4395 or email to krstarkwe@gmail.com.  

Paint with Sandy Class for ages nine and older, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., Candor Free Library, Candor. To register, call the library at 659-7258.

APRIL 10

Tioga County Finance / Legal Meeting, 10:30 a.m., Ronald E. Dougherty County Office Building, 56 Main St., Owego.

The Fourth Regular Tioga County Legislation Meeting of 2018, 12 p.m., Edward D. Hubbard Auditorium of the Ronald E. Dougherty County Office Building, 56 Main St., Owego. 

APRIL 12

Talk by Holocaust Survivor to Honor Holocaust Memorial Day, 7 p.m., Temple Beth-El, 402 N. Tioga St., Ithaca. Free and open to the public. 

APRIL 13

VFW Friday Dinner Special: Chicken Parmesan, side of Spaghetti, Soup and Salad Bar, Main Street, Owego. Regular menu also available. 

Karaoke with Grover, 7:30 to 11 p.m., VFW Post 1371, Main Street, Owego.

APRIL 14

Chicken BBQ Dinner, 11 a.m., VFW Post 1371, 207 Main St., Owego. Cost is $10 per dinner, with all proceeds going to the VFW Post 1371 Auxiliary. Tickets are on sale now at VFW Post 1371.

Folk Art Paper Series 1 “Paste Papers” with Sue Camin, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Bement Billings Farmstead Museum, Route 38, Newark Valley. All materials will be provided. The cost is $25 for Newark Valley Historical Society members, and $30 for non-members. Register by March 28 by calling 642-5412. 

Tioga County Rural Ministry’s Spring Cleanup Day, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call Sister Mary at 687-3021 to sign up and ensure a spot on the list. Deadline for signups is March 22. 

Rummage Sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Bag Sale at 1 p.m., Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, 701 W. Main St., Endicott. 

Monthly Meeting of Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), 1 p.m., Faith Christian Fellowship Church, 27 Beach Rd., Apalachin. Potluck lunch followed by guest speaker Tom McEnteer on the Revolutionary War in Tioga County. The public is always welcome. For info, call 687-2358. 

38th Annual Children’s Fair: Things That Go, Bus Extravaganza! 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., SUNY Broome Community College Student Center, Binghamton. Free family event. CHOW donations welcome.

APRIL 14 & 15

Whole Food Plant-based Free Cooking Class – Part II & III, Sat. 1 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m., Tioga County Seventh-day Adventist Church, 1088 Owego Rd., Candor. No pre-registration required.

APRIL 19

2018 Guys & Gals Fashion Gala, 5:30 to 9 p.m., DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, 225 Water St., Binghamton. Food, cash bar, vendor shopping, live and silent auctions, raffles. The cost is $35 per person or $350 per table of ten. For tickets and more info, visit mothersandbabies.org/2018-guys-gals-fashion-gala/.

Tioga County 2nd Legislative Workshop, 10 a.m., Ronald E. Dougherty County Office Building, 56 Main St., Owego.

APRIL 20

Job Fair – Looking for Employers and Educators to Participate in Providing Career and Education Information for Juniors and Seniors, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., Spencer-Van Etten High School, 16 Dartts Crossroad, Spencer. No cost to participate, to register call Robin at 795-5320 or email to rott@gsboces.org. 

VFW Friday Dinner Special: Surf and Turf, Baked Potato, Vegetable, Soup and Salad Bar, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Main Street, Owego. Regular menu also available.

APRIL 21

“It Was a Very Good Year” Tribute to Frank Sinatra starring Tony Sands, 7 p.m., Ti-Ahwaga Community Players, 42 Delphine St., Owego. Tickets are $25, call 687-2130 or visit tiahwaga.com. 

Folk Art Paper Series 2 “Coptic Book Binding” with Laura Rowley, Bement Billings Farmstead Museum, Route 38, Newark Valley. All materials will be provided. The cost is $25 for Newark Valley Historical Society members and $30 for non-members. Register by April 4 by calling 642-5412. 

APRIL 22

Paddle Party, preview from noon to 1 p.m., bidding starts at 1 p.m., Nichols American Legion Auxiliary Post 1624, 119 Dean St., Nichols. 

Fifth Annual Grilled Pork Chop Dinner, 12 p.m., Nichols American Legion, 119 Dean St., Nichols. Pre-sale tickets are $10 each and include two pork chops, salt potatoes, coleslaw, applesauce and a roll. The cost is $12 at the door. 

APRIL 23 & 24

AARP Driver Safety Class, 1 to 4 p.m., Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guiles Blvd., Owego. Cost is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members; call 687-4120 to reserve your seat. 

APRIL 27

VFW Friday Dinner Special: Fish Fry, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Main Street, Owego. Regular menu also available. 

APRIL 28

Binghamton Pride Coalition Presents Twisted Broadway, 8 p.m., Ti-Ahwaga Community Players, 42 Delphine St., Owego. Tickets are $25. Visit binghamtonpride.org or email to binghamtonpride607@gmail.com for more information. 

Walk to End Alzheimer’s, registration begins at 9 a.m. and the opening ceremony is at 10 a.m., followed by the walk that winds through campus, Binghamton University’s West Gym, Binghamton. 

Tioga County Rabies Clinic, 2 to 4 p.m., Hickories Park Rd., Owego. A $10 donation per animal is requested, but not required. No animal will be turned away due to inability to pay. For more info, call 687-8565. Pre-registration sign-up is required, visit www.health.ny.gov/go2clinic/54.

Chicken & Biscuit Take-Out dinner, 3 to 6 p.m., 1st Congregational Church of W. Warren, 276 Wilson Rd., Warren Center, Rome, Pa. Cost is $8 per dinner, pre-orders requested by calling Carol at (570) 423-9617, or Lynn at (570) 247-2243 no later than April 22. 

MAY 2

Candor Food Pantry, 3 to 5:30 p.m., 1 Water St., Candor. Bring proof of your residence in Candor. For more info, call 206-1060. 

MAY 5

Folk Art Paper Series 3 “Nature Sketching” with Carrie Tornatore, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Bement Billings Farmstead Museum, Route 38, Newark Valley. The cost is $40 for Newark Valley Historical Society members, and $45 for non-members. Register by April 18 by calling 642-5412. 

MAY 19

Antique, Classic, Custom Car / Truck Show with BBQ, Craft and Flea Market, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Port Crane Fire Co., Rte. 369 across from the State Park. Chicken BBQ begins at 11 a.m. For more information, email to gabethegear@aol.com or call Bob or Kathey regarding truck or car show registration at (607) 648-3262.

MAY 25 to 27

35th Annual Penny Country and Bluegrass Music Association’s Memorial Day Weekend Festival, 231 Ketchumville Rd., Berkshire and at the Busy Bird Festival grounds. Weekend tickets are $35, Friday is $10, Saturday is $20, Sunday is $10, and ages under 12 are free with an adult paid ticket. There is free rough camping with a weekend ticket. Entertainment will feature Laura Orshaw and the New Velvet Band, Mathews Family Tradition, Slewfoot, Gospel Way, The Young Brothers, Melanie and The Boys, Terry Patrick and The BusyBirds, Spare Parts, Doc Weismore and more!

JUNE 3

9th Annual Tri-Cities Drag Way Aircraft, Motorcycles, Show Cars and Trucks, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Tri-Cities Airport, 351 Industrial Park Blvd., Endicott. For more event information, email to jmbgclubwb@stny.rr.com. You can also find Tri-City Drag-Way on Facebook.