What’s Happening for the week of January 13

What’s Happening – send dated church, school, social or non-profit event information (50 words or less) to the Owego Pennysaver, Attention: 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. 

JANUARY 6 through FEBRUARY 1

The Owego Apalachin Music Boosters are offering a chance to be treated as a VIP at the OA Musical, Titanic, to be performed Feb. 8, 9, and 10 in the Owego Apalachin Theater located at Owego’s Middle School. Tickets are $5 each or three for $10. They are available at the Music Boosters’ concession table at upcoming concerts, at Katie’s Kreations at 188 Front St., and at What’s in Store at 187 Main St., both in Owego. Winners will be drawn live on the Music Boosters Facebook page on Feb. 1 at 6 p.m. Winners will win four reserved seats, a $35 gift certificate to Original Italian on Lake Street, and much more. For more information, contact Joanna Dyer at (607) 644-3400 or email to oamusicboosters@gmail.com.

JANUARY 13

Community Dance, 4 to 8 p.m., Owego VFW Post 1371, 207 Main St., Owego. Beginner Dance Lessons begin at 4 p.m. and open dancing begins at 5 p.m. The cost is $5 per person. Music will be a mix including West and East Coast Swing, Salsa, Ballroom and Latin.

JANUARY 14

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

JANUARY 15

Android Phones and Tablets: Learn the Basics Free Workshop, 1 to 3 p.m., GFJ Library, 1001 Park St., Endicott. For more info or to register, call 757-5350 or visit gfjlibrary.org/tc.

Alzheimer’s Support Group, 1:30 to 3 p.m., Tioga Opportunities Department of Aging, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego. Supervision for your loved one is available on-site during the support group. Please register in advance, if this service is needed, by calling 687-4120, ext. 315. 

Tech Tuesday Program, 1 to 2 p.m., Coburn Free Library, Main Street, Owego.

Spencer-Candor Lions Club Community Dinner, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., Federated Church in Spencer. Goodwill donations accepted. All proceeds benefit the Spencer-Van Etten Food Cupboard. 

Sled Dogs of Smokey Hill, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Spalding Memorial Library, 724 S. Main St., Athens. Hear about these amazing dogs and to learn more about the upcoming I-Kid-Arod. No registration is required. 

JANUARY 16

DRI Public Engagement Meeting, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Tioga Opportunities, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego. For more information on Owego’s DRI, visit www.villageofowego.com/downtown-revitalization-initiative or visit www.ny.gov/DRI.

Owego Christian Women’s Club “Precious Treasures” Ladies Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Owego Treadway / Quality Inn, Route 17C, Owego. The cost is $14 per person; for more info, call Donna at 785-0048, text 283-3926, or email donalady077@yahoo.com. 

Polar Bear Craft for Kids, 3:30 p.m., Van Etten Library, 83 Main St., Van Etten. For more info, call 589-4755, ext. 3. 

Storytime, 10:15 a.m., Coburn Free Library, Main Street, Owego. 

S.T.E.A.M. Night, 6:30 p.m., Noble Room, 9 Park St., Newark Valley. Sponsored by Tappan-Spaulding Memorial Library. 

Social Gaming Club, 5 to 7 p.m., Spalding Memorial Library, 724 S. Main St., Athens. Bring a favorite board game or card game to share or check out our Alienware Gaming Computers.

JANUARY 17

“Do 1 Thing” event hosted by Tioga County Allies in Substance Abuse Prevention (ASAP) Coalition will take place at 8 a.m. at the Elks Lodge in Owego. Coffee and breakfast snacks will be provided by The Owego Kitchen and there is no charge for this event. If you are interested in attending, RSVP to jteeter@casa-trintiy.org.

New York Forest Owners Association Annual Potluck Dinner, 6 p.m., Cornell Cooperative Extension, 840 Upper Front St., Binghamton. Bring a dish to pass and a table serving. Hot and cold beverages will be available. 

Lego Club, 6:30 p.m., Coburn Free Library, Main Street, Owego. 

Candor Central School Board of Education Regular Meeting, 7 p.m., H.S. Library Media Center, Candor. 

Adult Book Club, 1 p.m., Spalding Memorial Library, 724 S. Main St., Athens. Discussing In the Midst of Winter by Isabel Allende.

Free Weekly Dinners, social hour from 5 to 6 p.m., dinner served at 6 p.m., United Methodist Church, 261 Main St., Owego. Sponsored by Allied Christians of Tioga. 

JANUARY 18

Story time, 10 and 11 a.m., Spalding Memorial Library, 724 S. Main St., Athens. This will be about hats and mittens. 

JANUARY 19

Do Good With Burritos, 4 to 8 p.m., Chipotle, 4698 Vestal Pkwy. E., Vestal. Tell the cashier you’re supporting the cause to make sure that 33 percent of the proceeds will be donated to OFA Class of 2019 Post Prom Party. 

Bots, Phishers and Spam Free Workshop: The Struggle for Cyber Safety and Digital Literacy, 1 to 3 p.m., GFJ Library, 1001 Park St., Endicott. For more info or to register, call 757-5350 or visit gfjlibrary.org/tc. 

Acrylic Art Program, 1 p.m., Coburn Free Library, Main Street, Owego.

Local Authors Karen Bernardo and R.W. White Meet and Greet, 2 to 4 p.m., Berkshire Grange, off Route 38, behind the Berkshire Free Library, Berkshire. 

JANUARY 20

New England Style Contradance featuring O’Shanigans, 4 to 7 p.m., Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego. Come with or without a partner. The cost is $7 per person, $5 for students and seniors 55 and older, and the family maximum is $15. For info, call Stu at 687-4034 or Dean at 654-3185. 

Finger Lakes Finns Meeting “Finding Your Finnish Roots on the Internet” by Rainer Langstedt, after Potluck Lunch at 1 p.m., Newfield Fire Hall, Newfield. Public is welcome! Please bring a dish to share.

JANUARY 21

VFW Auxiliary Post 1371 Monthly Meeting, 1 p.m., 207 Main St., Owego. 

JANUARY 22

Umbrella Academy Presentation, 6:45 p.m., Coburn Free Library, Main Street, Owego. For more info on UA programs and events, visit umbrellaacademy.org/schedule.html. 

JANUARY 23

LEGO Challenge Club, 3:15 to 4:14 p.m., Van Etten Library, 83 Main St., Van Etten. For more info, call 589-4755, ext. 3. 

Storytime, 10:15 a.m., Coburn Free Library, Main Street, Owego.

Cooking Class with “Confection Connection”, 4:30 p.m., Confection Connection, 59 North Ave., Owego. The cost is $20 per person (ingredients and supplies provided). Class is limited to the first eight people that sign up, with preference given to older adults. Bring payment on the night of the event. To reserve your spot before Jan. 18 call 687-4120, ext. 331. Hosted by Tioga Opportunities. 

JANUARY 25

Introduction to Windows 10, 2 to 4 p.m., GFJ Library, 1001 Park St., Endicott. For more info or to register, call 757-5350 or visit gfjlibrary.org/tc.

JANUARY 26

iPad / iPhone Tips and Tricks Free Workshop, 1 to 3 p.m., GFJ Library, 1001 Park St., Endicott. For more info or to register, call 757-5350 or visit gfjlibrary.org/tc.

JANUARY 25 to 27

Murder at the Belva Lockwood Inn, Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m., Sunday Jazz Brunch at 11 a.m., 249 Front St., Owego. The cost is $75, and you can purchase online at www.tiahwaga.com or call (607) 687-2130. Ticket includes dinner and a show. There will be silent auction items, raffles, games and prizes. 

JANUARY 26 to 27

2019 Pickle Ball Tournament, 8 to 10 a.m., Boys & Girls Club, Erie Street, Owego. Saturday is for anyone under the age of 60 and experienced players. Sunday open play for anyone who is new to pickle ball. If interested email Chris Ellerson at cellerson@tiogabgca.org. 

JANUARY 28

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

Instagram Basics Free Workshop, 6 to 8 p.m., GFJ Library, 1001 Park St., Endicott. For more info or to register, call 757-5350 or visit gfjlibrary.org/tc.

Coffe, Conversations and More Discussion Book Group, 7 p.m., Newark Valley United Church of Christ, 32 S. Main St., Newark Valley. First book discussion will be on “Searching for Sunday” by Rachel Held Evans. 

JANUARY 29

Android Phones and Tablets Free Workshop: Tips and Tricks, 1 to 3 p.m., GFJ Library, 1001 Park St., Endicott. For more info or to register, call 757-5350 or visit gfjlibrary.org/tc.

Property Tax Exemptions Free Seminar, 1 to 2 p.m., Community & Fitness Center, 57 E. Tioga St., Spencer. Registration is required, call 687-4120, ext. 331 to RSVP. Hosted by Tioga Opportunities. 

Tech Tuesday Program, 1 to 2 p.m., Coburn Free Library, Main Street, Owego. 

JANUARY 30

Doug’s Fish Fry to Go, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tops Plaza, Route 17C, Owego. To benefit the Owego Class of 2019 After Prom Party. To place orders until 4 p.m., call 423-5996. 

Mobile Food Pantry Food Distribution, noon, St. Margaret Mary’s Catholic Church parking lot, 110 Pennsylvania Ave., Apalachin. Bring own bags or boxes. For questions, call 796-6061. The Owego Apalachin Family Reading partnership will be distributing free children’s books. 

Make Your Own DIY Hand Sanitizer Pump with LEGOS, 3:30 p.m., Van Etten Library, 83 Main St., Van Etten. All ages are welcome! For info, call 589-4755, ext. 3. 

Storytime, 10:15 a.m., Coburn Free library, Main Street, Owego. 

FEBRUARY 2

Celebrate Abilities With Flame: Spreading Hope and Inspiration Through Their Music, 2 to 4:30 p.m., Tioga Downs Conference Center & Casino, 2384 W. River Rd., Nichols. Tickets are $25; order tickets at www.LionsCB.org. A limited number of free tickets are available for individuals with special needs. Call 1-800-232-7040 to reserve your spot.

FEBRUARY 6

Team Trivia, first Wednesday of every month, 7 p.m., Owego Elks Lodge, 223 Front St., Owego. The cost is $5 per person, light snacks will be available and the bar will be open for drinks. For more info, call 687-1039. 

FEBRUARY 11

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

FEBRUARY 25

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

MARCH 11

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

MARCH 25

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

APRIL 8

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

APRIL 22

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

MAY 4 and 5

2nd Annual Athens Arts4All, Sat. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Harlan Rowe Middle School, Athens. Free to the public, will be held both inside and outside of the middle school building. 

MAY 13

Newark Valley Central School Public Hearing and Regular Meeting, 6:30 p.m., District Office at the High School, 68 Wilson Creek Rd., Newark Valley. 

MAY 28

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

JUNE 10

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

JUNE 24

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