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, or e-mail wpost@owegopennysaver.com. Please send notices at least three weeks in advance of the event. Space available, your event will appear.
APRIL
Emerging Writers, second Wednesday of each month, 5:30 p.m., Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego. Writers of all genres and degrees of experience are invited to bring their work to read to the group.
American Legion Post 401 Breakfast, every Sunday from 8-11:30 a.m. at the Post, located at 263 Front St. in Owego. Breakfast includes coffee and juice. Kids five and under eat free. The public is welcome.
Owego Moose Breakfast, first Saturday of each month, 8-11 a.m., 3 Goodrich Rd., Owego. Open to the public.
ACT Free Community Dinner, every Thursday from 5-6 p.m., First Baptist Church, 228 Main St., Owego. Takeout only.
Park Terrace Food Pantry, every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., basement of the Park Terrace United Methodist Church, 30 Glann Rd., Apalachin.
Bread of Life Food Pantry, every Wednesday from 3 to 5:30 p.m., 1 Water St., Candor. Open to Candor residents.
Trivia, 1st Wednesday of the month, 7 to 9 p.m., Owego Elks Lodge, 223 Front St., Owego. The cost is $5 per person. The first-place team is awarded a prize at a value of $25. There will be light snacks to munch on and refreshments will be available for purchase.
Trivia Tuesdays, 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month, 1 p.m., TOI’s Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego. Bring a friend. All are welcome. Call (607) 687-4120 for more information.
Congregate Lunch served at TOI’s Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego, Monday – Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Cost is a suggested contribution of $5 for those 60 and older, and $7 for those under 60. Meal includes entrée, side dishes, beverage, and dessert. The salad bar is available on most days. Download the monthly menu at www.tiogaopp.org/nutrition.
Chair Yoga for Older Adults meets every Wednesday morning from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at TOI’s Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego. Call (607) 687-4120 for more information.
The Alzheimer’s Association offers a remote support group the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 1:30 p.m. For more information, call Tioga Opportunities, Inc. at (607) 687-4120 ext. 315.
The Newark Valley Food Pantry is open every Tuesday and Thursday from 3 to 4 p.m. They are also open every Wednesday from 6 to 7 p.m. at 78 Whig St., Newark Valley. For residents of the 13811 zip code areas.
GriefShare Support Group, Jan. 8 to April 1, Mondays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Lakeview Chapel, 185 Day Hollow Rd., Owego. Pre-Register at www.griefshare.org or call (607) 687-3261.
Berkshire Free Library Monthly Board of Trustees meeting, 2nd Monday of each month, 3:30 p.m., Route 38, Berkshire.
Bingo, 2nd Saturday of each Month, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., American Legion, 263 Front St., Owego.
After School Wednesdays, 2:30 to 4 p.m. Haven of Rest Ministries Inc., 62-64 North Ave., Owego. Busing from OES available. For information or to sign up, call Sherri at (607) 232-1258.
Threads Group meets on Tuesdays, from 6-8 p.m., at the Spalding Memorial Library, located at 724 S. Main St. in Athens, Pa. All are welcome.
APRIL 14
“Smash Bros Against Child Abuse” Gaming Tournament, 1 p.m., Owego Elks Lodge, Front Street, Owego. A $10 donation will benefit A New Hope Center. Pre-register at www.ANewHopeCenter.org. Call (607) 687-6866 for more information.
APRIL 15
Spencer Library Board of Trustees meeting, 6 p.m., Spencer Library, 41 N. Main St., Spencer.
Moth Night, 7 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
Managing Money with the Alzheimer’s Association, 9:30 a.m. at TOI’s Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego. This program is a caregiver’s guide to finances. Call (607) 687-4120 to reserve your seat.
Seniors and their Caregivers are invited to Listen and Practice Yoga, 1:30-3 p.m., Spalding Memorial Library, 724 S. Main St., Athens, Pa. For more information, call (570) 888-7117.
APRIL 16
A New Hope Center Volunteer Hotline Training via zoom, Tuesday and Thursday for five weeks starting April 16. Register at www.ANewHopeCenter.org. Call or email Sarah for information at sarahd@anewhopecenter.org or (607) 687-6866.
APRIL 17
Warriors Book Club, 4-4:45 p.m., Spalding Memorial Library, 724 S. Main St., Athens, Pa. They will discuss the Warriors book series by Erin Hunter, eat some popcorn, and do a related activity. Call (570) 888-7117 for more information. The series is recommended for ages nine to 12.
TC Economic Development and Planning Board meeting, 7 p.m., Health and Human Services Building, Room 2139, 1062 State Route 38, Owego. Direct any questions to Elaine Jardine, Tioga County Planning director, at (607) 687-8257 or by email to jardinee@tiogacountyny.gov.
APRIL 18
Tioga County Board of Health meeting, 7:30 a.m., second floor Multi-Purpose Conference Room of the Health and Human Services Building, 1062 State Route 38, Owego. The public is welcome to attend. If special accommodations are needed, call (607) 687-8630 prior to the meeting date.
Tioga County 2nd Legislative Workshop, 10 a.m., Ronald E. Dougherty County Office Building at 56 Main St., Owego.
Afternoon Book Club: The Breakdown by B.A. Paris, 1 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
Supper Among Friends, 4 to 6 p.m., Nichols United Methodist Church, 59 S. Main St., Nichols. Free community meal, open to all.
Just Say Yes to Fruits and Vegetables with the Food Bank of the Southern Tier, 10-11 a.m. at TOI’s Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego. Free cooking demonstration with easy, low-cost recipes. Call (607) 687-4120 to reserve your seat.
APRIL 19
Spencer Senior Social Hour and Tioga County Veterans’ Services Presentation and Meal, The meal will be served at 11:30 a.m. and the presentation will begin at noon, Inspire S-VE Community and Fitness Center, 57 E. Tioga St., Spencer. Learn about benefits, services and programs offered by Tioga County Veterans’ Service Agency. Call (607) 687-4120 to reserve your seat.
Stories, songs, and a craft with Ms. Jess, 10 a.m. and 11 a.m., Spalding Memorial Library, 724 S. Main St., Athens, Pa.
APRIL 19 and 20
Berkshire Free Library Book Sale, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Berkshire Community Hall, 11 Jewett Hill Rd., Berkshire. There will be books, puzzles, DVDs, and more. Donation prices.
Rummage Sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Campville Methodist Church, 6110 State Route 17C, Endicott. Call (607) 785-0901 for more information.
APRIL 20
Secret Garden Tea Party, 11 a.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin. Registration required by calling (607) 625-3333.
Dinner and live music featuring the band Ain’t Misbehavin’, dinner at 5:30 p.m. with live music and dancing to follow, Newark Valley Community Connection, 32 S. Main St., Newark Valley. Suggested donation is $15. Reservations appreciated, but not required. Call (607) 308-1503 or email to newarkvalleycc@gmail.com for more information.
Gibson Corners Cemetery Association Annual Cemetery Cleanup Day, 10 a.m. Rain date will be April 27 at 10 a.m.
Jewelry Making with Laura, 11 a.m., Spalding Memorial Library, 724 S. Main St., Athens, Pa. There is a $5 materials fee. Recommended for ages 10 and up. Call (570) 888-7117 for more information.
Pancake Breakfast, 8-11 a.m., Mount Olive Lodge #290 (Candor / Spencer / Tioga), 1 Temple Lane, Spencer. Open to all. The Masons will be serving up a full breakfast menu. Free-will offering.
Spring Rummage and Bake Sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Little Meadows United Methodist Church, 843 Pennsylvania Ave., Little Meadows, Pa. Rummage sale to include household items, clothes, glassware, dinnerware, toys, books, games, jewelry, home decor, seasonal decor, and more! Bake sale to include cookies, breads, pies and more; and will benefit the campership fund. Lunch will be available for purchase. Bag sale begins at 1 p.m.
APRIL 22
Tioga County Veterans’ Service Agency Presentation, 10 to 11 a.m., TOI’s Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego. Join them to learn more about benefits, services and programs that support veterans. For more information, call (607) 687-4120.
Ahwaga Canoe and Kayak Club Meeting and Program, 7 p.m., Central United Methodist Church, Endicott. Bruce Oldfield, professor emeritus at SUNY Broome, will discuss scientific evidence of climate change and global warming, and some of the consequences of inaction on this issue. Free, open to all.
Senior Series at the Spalding Memorial Library, 1:30-3 p.m., 724 S. Main St., Athens, Pa. Call (570) 888-7117 for more information.
APRIL 23
Carantouan Greenway Annual Membership Meeting with speaker, 6 p.m., Yanuzzi’s Restaurant, downtown Sayre. RSVP by contacting Marty Borko at (607) 565-2636. The public is welcome to attend. Deadline for reservations is April 15. Further details available at carantouangreenway.org.
AARP Drivers Refresher Course, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Spencer Federated Church, 70 N. Main St., Spencer. Call (607) 589-4667 to register or for more information.
APRIL 24
WIC Clinic, 9:15 a.m. to 2:15 p.m., Waverly Community Methodist Church, 158 Chemung St., Waverly.
Apalachin Lions Walk-Up Mobile Food Pantry, 10 to 11 a.m., St. Margaret Mary’s Church, 1110 Pennsylvania Ave., Apalachin. Register the Tuesday before April 23 at 8:30 a.m. or until full by calling 2-1-1 or online at www.foodbankst.org/cfd. Pre-registration is required. Bring a cart or bags to carry food.
APRIL 25
Bookworms Unite, 6 p.m., Cady Library, 42 E. River Rd., Nichols.
TOI’s Family Health Satellite Clinic, 1 to 4 p.m., Apalachin United Methodist Church, 303 Pennsylvania Ave., Apalachin. Get affordable and confidential acute and reproductive healthcare. Call (607) 687-5333 for more information or to make an appointment. Walk-ins are welcome.
NY Connects Office Hours, 10 a.m. to noon, Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
WIC Clinic, 9:15 a.m. to 2:15 p.m., Apalachin United Methodist Church, 303 Pennsylvania Ave., Apalachin.
APRIL 26
Lego Challenge, 4 p.m., Cady Library, 42 E. River Rd., Nichols.
SCAMO with Lifespan of Greater Rochester, 10 a.m., TOI’s Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego. Join Tioga Opportunities, Inc. to learn about different frauds and scams. For more information, call (607) 687-4120.
Waverly Senior Social Hour with Meal and SCAMO, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Waverly Community Methodist Church, 158 Chemung St., Waverly. The meal will be served at 11:30 a.m. and the game will follow. Call (607) 687-4120 to reserve your seat.
APRIL 26 and 27
Berkshire Free Library Book Sale, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Berkshire Community Hall, 11 Jewett Hill Rd., Berkshire. There will be books, puzzles, DVDs, and more. Donation prices.
Rummage Sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Campville Methodist Church, 6110 State Route 17C, Endicott. Call (607) 785-0901 for more information.
APRIL 27
Route 434 Highway Cleanup; meet at 9 a.m. at BEAM Electronics on Route 434. Bring work gloves and dress for the weather; all clean up supplies will be furnished. For more information, call Lion Paul Huonker at (607) 625-2727.
Community Indoor Garage Sale, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Apalachin United Methodist Church, 303 Pennsylvania Ave., Apalachin. Contact Sue Tripp at (607) 372-7371 or by email to apalachintrea@yahoo.com for more information. Rent an 8-foot table for $20; bring your rummage in and sell it.
Sixth Annual Matt Howe Chicken BBQ, 11 a.m., VFW Post 1371, 207 Main St., Owego. The cost is $15 per person. You can purchase tickets at the Post, or pay be Venmo to @Ahaus. All proceeds benefit Tioga County youth functions.
Chance Auction, hosted by the Tioga / Nichols Area Lions Club, Nichols Fire Station, Nichols, N.Y. Doors open at 6 p.m. and drawings begin at 7 p.m.
APRIL 29
Spring Trap League, Mondays beginning at 4 p.m., Berkshire Rod and Gun Club, McMahon Road, Berkshire. For more information, call (607) 657-2702.
The Mark Dubbeld Family at the East Smithfield Federated Church, 11 a.m. during the worship service and again at 6 p.m. for a concert. Corner of Church and Main Streets in East Smithfield , Pa. For more information, visit www.markdubbeld.com.
APRIL 29 and 30
AARP Smart Driver Safety Course, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., TOI’s Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego. You must attend both days to receive the discount. The cost is $25 for AARP members and $30 for non-members. Call (607) 687-4120 to register.
MAY 4
Square Dancing – Music by Sarah, 7 to 10 p.m., VFW, Main Street, Owego. The cost is $15 per couple or $8 per person. Food is available for purchase.
Children’s Bike Clinic and Festival, 11 a.m., Trout Ponds, Newark Valley. Face painting, bike maintenance, safety skills, and small obstacle tracks.
MAY 9, 10, and 11
31st Annual North Orwell Pennsylvania Antique Trap / Sportsman Show, Thursday set up at noon, Friday from 7 a.m. to dark, and Saturday from 7 a.m. to noon, North Orwell Community Hall, Route 187, North Orwell, Pa. The cost is $15 per table. For more information, call Bruce at (607) 426-6276 or email to brucemc1966@gmail.com.
MAY 11
Dinner and Music with Valley Harmony, 7 p.m., Newark Valley Community Connection, 32 S. Main St., Newark Valley.
Spring Flea Market, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Newark Valley Fire Station, 7151 Route 38, Newark Valley. Outdoor spots are available by emailing to nvfdaux1955@gmail.com. Sign up by April 27 for $25 a spot. Presented by the NV Fire Department Auxiliary.
MAY 13
Takeout Meal, pick up between 4:30 p.m. and 6 p.m., Nichols Presbyterian Church, 140 Main St., Nichols. Meal will be Chicken and Biscuits with two sides and a dessert for $12. Call (607) 699-3302 to pre-order.
MAY 18
Gibson Corners Cemetery Association Annual Cemetery Meeting, 9 a.m., Southside Fire Station, 3120 Waits Rd., Owego.
Community Day, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., North Barton Grange #45, 1363 Ellis Creek Rd., Waverly. The Latimer Lee Band will perform from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., and a Round and Square Dance will take place from 3-5 p.m. with Daniel Frost. There will be vendors, free admission, a chicken BBQ, and much more.
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MAY 18 and 19
Valley Chorus present “The Eras” spring concert at the Keystone Theater, Towanda, Pa., on Saturday at 7 p.m., and at 3 p.m. on Sunday at the Waverly High School.
MAY 20
Spencer Library Board of Trustees meeting, 6 p.m., Spencer Library, 41 N. Main St., Spencer.
MAY 30
Bookworms Unite, 6 p.m., Cady Library, 42 E. River Rd., Nichols.
MAY 31
Lego Challenge, 4 p.m., Cady Library, 42 E. River Rd., Nichols.
JUNE 17
Spencer Library Board of Trustees meeting, 6 p.m., Spencer Library, 41 N. Main St., Spencer.
JUNE 25
AARP Drivers Refresher Course, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Spencer Federated Church, 70 N. Main St., Spencer. Call (607) 589-4667 to register or for more information.
JUNE 27
Bookworms Unite, 6 p.m., Cady Library, 42 E. River Rd., Nichols.
JUNE 28
Lego Challenge, 4 p.m., Cady Library, 42 E. River Rd., Nichols.
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