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 email wpost@owegopennysaver.com. Please send notices at least three weeks in advance of the event. Space available; your event will appear.
OCTOBER
Storytime Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. at the Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
Nichols Playgroup, every Thursday from 9 to 11 a.m., Family Resource Center, 139 Roki Blvd., Nichols.
Spencer Playgroup, every Wednesday, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., 57 E. Tioga St., Spencer.
Mahjong Mondays, 2-4 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
Tech Help Tuesdays with Tina; by appointment only, Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
Conversational Spanish with Mrs. Margarita Valentin. The group meets every Tuesday at 2 p.m. at TOI’s Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego. Call (607) 687-4120 or email aging@tiogaopp.org to reserve your seat.
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 Sunday Breakfast with Weekly Specials, running through May 11, 8-11:30 a.m., 263 Front St., Owego. Regular menu also available; includes coffee and juice. Kids five and under eat free.
Owego Moose Breakfast, first Saturday of each month, 8 a.m. to 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 valued at $25. There will be light snacks to munch on, and refreshments are available for purchase.
Congregate Lunch served at TOI’s Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego, Monday through 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.
Zen Before Zzzzs, Tuesdays starting Nov.12, 6 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
Meditation with Ed Valentin – Fridays, 1 to 2 p.m., TOI’s Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego. For more information, call (607) 687-4120 ext. 335 or email info@tiogaopp.org.
The Alzheimer’s Association’s remote support group, third 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 area.
Spalding Memorial Library Board Meeting, fourth Wednesday of each month, 724 S. Main St., Athens, Pa. Meetings are open to the public. Call ahead if you are interested in attending. You can reach them at (570) 888-7117 or email smlibrary724@gmail.com.
Bingo, second Saturday of each month, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., American Legion, 263 Front St., Owego.
Threads Group meets every Tuesday from 6-8 p.m., Spalding Memorial Library, 724 S. Main St., Athens, Pa. This is a group open to all ages wishing to explore knitting, crocheting, and other crafts. Members typically bring their own projects to work on and share. Call (570) 888-7117 for more information.
OCTOBER 14 to JANUARY 6
GriefShare Support Group, every Monday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Lakeview Chapel, 185 Day Hollow Rd., Owego. Register at Griefshare.org. Call Lakeview Chapel at (607) 687-3261 if you have any questions.
OCTOBER 26
Prescription Drug Take Back, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Health and Human Services Building, 1062 State Route 38, and from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Waverly Police Department.
CANCELLED: Third Annual Fall Craft and Bake Sale, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Little Meadows Fire Department Hall, 836 Maple St., Little Meadows, Pa.
Jewelry-Making Class, from 10 a.m to noon at the Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin. Registration is required by calling (607) 625-5333.
CCE Tioga Facilities Committee Meeting, 10 a.m. at Hilltop Community Farm, 343 Cass Hill Rd. Candor.
Halloween with the Horses, 1 to 3 p.m. at Powell Performance Horses, 588 Marshland Rd., Aplalachin.
Spaghetti Dinner, takeout, 4 p.m. until gone at East Berkshire United Methodist Church, 531 East Berkshire Rd., Berkshire. Freewill donation. For more information, call (607) 205-9051.
OCTOBER 27
Music and Storyteller Singer / Songwriter Daryl Mosley, 6 p.m. at Sayre Christian Church, 427 S. Keystone Ave., Sayre, Pa. This performance is free to the public, and they will collect a love offering to help the musician with travel expenses. For more information, visit www.darylmosley.com.
Halloween Cookie Decorating Class, Newark Valley Community Connection, 32 S. Main St., Newark Valley. This family-friendly event will feature fun and festive cookie designs that you’ll decorate yourself. Perfect for all ages. Space is limited, call (607) 768-5113 for more information or to volunteer.
Carantouan Greenway Experiencing the Last of fall color at its Wildwood Reserve in the Town of Barton at 2 p.m. Questions can be addressed at (607) 565-2636.
OCTOBER 28
Newark Valley Central School District Board of Education Meeting, 5:30 p.m., District Office in the High School, 68 Wilson Creek Rd., Newark Valley.
Ahwaga Canoe and Kayak Club Meeting and Program, 7 p.m. at Central United Methodist Church, Endicott. Steve Brigode will present wildlife photos taken on the Susquehanna River and discuss his process for capturing those images from a kayak. Free, open to all.
OCTOBER 28 and 29
AARP Smart Driver Safety Course, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. at 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. Registration is required by calling (607) 687-4120.
OCTOBER 30
Owego Moose Lodge presents Berry-OHBaras Chicken with Coleslaw and Potato Salad, 6 p.m. at 6 Goodrich Rd., Owego. The cost is $12.
Apalachin Lions Annual Holiday Senior Citizen Dinner, 5:30 p.m. at Donoli’s Restaurant, Route 434, Apalachin. This year, invitations are again limited to residents of the Apalachin, Little Meadows, Campville and Crestview Heights communities. These are the areas where the Apalachin Lions raise funds to serve the local community.
OCTOBER 31
Trunk or Treat, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Newark Valley United Methodist Church, Main Street, Newark Valley. Free hot dogs and chips
Trunk or Treat, 5 to 8 p.m. at Owego Fire Station No. 3, 8 Talcott St., Owego. Free donuts, hot and cold cider, hot cocoa, coffee, and candy Anyone wishing to be a part of it can call Judy at (607) 972-8516 to register your vehicle. Owego Police will be inspecting the candy.
Halloween Party, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at TOI’s Countryside Community Center. Enjoy a delicious lunch of “Ghoulash” followed by a Halloween party with costumes, music, and sweet treats starting at 12:30 p.m.
NOVEMBER 1 to NOVEMBER 30
Tioga Arts Councils presents Karalyn Hope – Everyone Else Around Me: An Exhibition, Opening Night is on Nov. 1, from 5 to 8 p.m. After the opening, the exhibit will be open Wednesday through Saturday, from noon to 4 p.m. at the Tioga Arts Council, 179 Front St., Owego.
NOVEMBER 1
Country Music Concert by Clark Jackson, 7 to 9 p.m., Line Dancing by Red’s Line Dancing, 6 to 9 p.m., Newark Valley Community Connection, 32 S. Main St., Newark Valley. For questions, reach out to the Newark Valley Village Office at (607) 642-8686.
Senior Sampler – “Miracle on 34th Street” movie and lunch, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin. Registration is required by calling (607) 625-3333.
Stories, songs, and a craft, 10 a.m. and 11 a.m Spalding Memorial Library, 724 S. Main St., Athens, Pa. Ms. Jess will read stories about dinosaurs. They will have playtime with the blocks following the 11 a.m. session. All ages are invited.
NOVEMBER 2
Fall Craft Fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., North Spencer Christian Academy, 721 Ithaca Rd., Spencer. There will be crafts, a bake sale, and a concession stand. Vendor spots are available by calling (607) 589-6366.
Craft Fair, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., West Corners Fire Station, 500 Day Hollow Rd., Endicott. Lunch is available. Benefits West Corners Fire Auxiliary.
Country Roads Holiday Event, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Newark Valley Fire Department Hall, 7151 Rte. 38, Newark Valley. For vendor information, email jenmathewson85@gmail.com.
All You Can Eat Pancake Supper, 4 to 8 p.m., Halsey Valley Fire Department, 506 Hamilton Valley Rd., Spencer.
NOVEMBER 4
Social Gaming Club, 5 to 7 p.m., Spalding Memorial Library, 724 S. Main St., Athens, Pa. This club includes tabletop and computer games for ages 10 and up. Call (570) 888-7117 for more information.
NOVEMBER 5
Election Day Drive-Thru Chicken and Biscuit Dinner, 4:30 p.m. until gone, 12515 Rt. 38, Berkshire. The cost is $15. Take-out only.
Tioga County Health and Human Services Meeting, 8:30 a.m., Legislative Conference Room of the Ronald E. Dougherty County Office Building at 56 Main St., Owego.
Tioga County Information Technology and Communications Meeting, 9:30 a.m., Legislative Conference Room of the Ronald E. Dougherty County Office Building at 56 Main St., Owego.
Tioga County Administrative Services Meeting (County Clerk, Historian,
Real Property, Veterans and Elections) 10:30 a.m., Legislative Conference Room of the Ronald E. Dougherty County Office Building at 56 Main St., Owego.
Tioga County Economic Development, Planning Tourism, and Agriculture Meeting, 1 p.m., Legislative Conference Room of the Ronald E. Dougherty County Office Building at 56 Main St., Owego.
Tioga County Public Safety, Probation, DWI and Coroner Meeting, 2:30 p.m., Legislative Conference Room of the Ronald E. Dougherty County Office Building at 56 Main St., Owego.
NOVEMBER 7
Tioga County Public Works and Capital Projects Meeting, 9 a.m., Legislative Conference Room of the Ronald E. Dougherty County Office Building at 56 Main St., Owego.
Tioga County Personnel Meeting, 10:30 a.m., Legislative Conference Room of the Ronald E. Dougherty County Office Building at 56 Main St., Owego.
Tioga County 1st monthly Legislative Workshop and Legislative Support Meeting, 1 p.m., Legislative Conference Room of the Ronald E. Dougherty County Office Building at 56 Main St., Owego.
Local Author Talk – “Sign of the Dimes” with Arlene Kucharski, 6 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
NOVEMBER 9
Community Breakfast to Honor Veterans, doors open at 8 a.m. Coffee is available at 8:30 a.m., and breakfast is served at 9:30 a.m. Presentation by Major Robert Riggs, retired, Allen Memorial Baptist Church gym, 8 Church St., Candor. Following the presentation, door prizes will be given to all veterans.
Crochet Class for Beginners, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin. Registration is required by calling (607) 625-3333.
Ollie and Nola Show, Therapy Dog Storytime, 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
Ham and Scalloped Potato Dinner, 5 to 7 p.m., North Spencer Christian Academy, 721 Ithaca Rd., Spencer.
NOVEMBER 11
Pulled Pork Lunch (veterans eat free), 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Newark Valley Community Connection, 32 S. Main St. Newark Valley.
NOVEMBER 12
The Eleventh Regular Tioga County Legislative Meeting of 2024 will be held at 12 p.m. in the Edward D. Hubbard Auditorium of the Ronald E. Dougherty County Office Building at 56 Main St., Owego.
The 2025 Tentative Tioga County Budget Hearing will be held at 10 a.m. in the Hubbard Auditorium of the Ronald E. Dougherty County Office Building at 56 Main St., Owego.
Tioga County Finance, Legal and Safety Meeting, 10:30 a.m., Legislative Conference Room of the Ronald E. Dougherty County Office Building at 56 Main St., Owego.
NOVEMBER 14
1957 Apalachin Meeting Mafia Summit Talk with County Historian Emma Sedore: 6 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
NOVEMBER 16
Chicken Fettuccine Dinner followed by the Dean Goble Band, 5:30 p.m., Newark Valley Community Connection, 32 S. Main St. Newark Valley. The cost is a $15 suggested donation.
NOVEMBER 17
Craft Fair sponsored by Owego Rotary, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Elks Lodge, 223 Front St., Owego. Free entry; free parking. Over 30 local vendors and an extensive basket raffle, 50/50, silent auction.
NOVEMBER 18
Vendor Registration deadline for Spalding Memorial Library Christmas Market. Join them on Nov. 30; applications can be picked up at the front desk of the library, located at 724 S. Main St. in Athens, Pa. There is a $10 registration fee for each 10×10 spot. This is an outdoor event, so be prepared for Wintery weather. Deadline to sign up is Nov. 18. Call (570) 888-7117 for more information.
Newark Valley Central School District Board of Education Meeting, 5:30 p.m., District Office at the NV High School, 68 Wilson Creek Rd., Newark Valley.
NOVEMBER 21
Tioga County 2nd Legislative Workshop, 10 a.m., Legislative Conference Room of the Ronald E. Dougherty County Office Building at 56 Main St., Owego.
Afternoon Book Club – Shutter Island by Dennis Lehane, 1 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
Evening Book Club – Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon, 6:30 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
NOVEMBER 23
Surviving the Holidays with support and practical tips for facing holiday challenges after the loss of a loved one, 10 a.m. to Noon or 2 to 4 p.m., Lakeview Chapel, 185 Day Hollow Rd., Owego. Register at GriefShare.org.
DECEMBER 9
Kielbasa and Pierogi Lunch, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Newark Valley Community Connection, 32 S. Main St. Newark Valley.
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