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. If space is available, your event will appear.
NOVEMBER / DECEMBER
Narcotics Anonymous: Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 117 Main St., Owego, beginning Nov. 6 until Dec. 25. These are open meetings. Please use the parking lot in the rear of the church; meetings are held in the Great Hall (upstairs).
The American Legion is serving breakfast every Sunday from 8-11:30 a.m. There is a regular menu and weekly specials. Kids under five eat free. The Legion is located at 263 Front St. in Owego. Call (607) 687-3401 for more information.
Worship Service, 8 a.m. coffee time and 8:45 a.m. service each week at Germany Hill Global Methodist Church, 790 Spaulding Hill Rd., Owego. Immerse yourself in engaging music, prayer, and a scriptural message by Pastor Matt Rowe. All are welcome.
Music Rhythm and Drum Class, every Thursday from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at TOI’s Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego.
Tech Help with Tina, by appointment only, at Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin. Call (607) 625-3333.
Owego Moose Breakfast, first Saturday of each month from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at 3 Goodrich Rd., Owego. Open to the public.
ACT Free Community Dinner, every Thursday from 5-6 p.m. at the 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. at 1 Water St., Candor. Open to Candor residents.
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. The cost is a suggested contribution of $5 for individuals aged 60 and older and $7 for those under 60. Meals include entrée, side dishes, a beverage, and dessert. The salad bar is available on most days. Download the monthly menu at www.tiogaopp.org/nutrition.
Project Neighbor Food Pantry is open every Tuesday and Thursday from 3-4 p.m. and every Wednesday from 6-7 p.m. at 78 Whig St., Newark Valley.
Berkshire Free Library Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting, second Tuesday of the month at 11 a.m., 12519 Rt. 38, Berkshire. For further information, call (607) 657-4418.
Spalding Memorial Library Board Meeting, fourth Wednesday of each month at 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.
Van Etten Public Library, open on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 1-5 p.m.; Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 to 7 p.m.; Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 to 5 p.m. Free Wi-Fi and public computers are available for patrons.
Free Blood Pressure and Glucose Screenings with TOI’s Family Health Clinic, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., the third Monday of each month at TOI’s Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego. You do not need insurance to participate. No appointment is necessary. For more information, call TOI at (607) 687-4120 or email aging@tiogaopp.org.
Berkshire senior citizens over 50 years old who are residents of Berkshire, Richford, and Newark Valley are invited to a meeting held on the second Thursday of each month at noon for a dish-to-pass lunch, followed by a business meeting and seven games of Bingo at the Berkshire Fire Station, 12515 NY-38 in Berkshire. The time switches to 6 p.m. from April through September.
Chair Yoga for everyone, Thursdays at 1 p.m., Union Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall, 200 E. Main St., Endicott. Call (607) 748-9651 for more information.
Chair Yoga for Older Adults at TOI’s Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego. Call (607) 687-4120 for more information.
GriefShare Support Group hosted by Lakeview Chapel, 185 Day Hollow Rd., Owego. Held on Mondays through Jan. 5, 2026 from 10 a.m. to noon or 6:30-8:30 p.m. Pre-register at griefshare.org.
Drum Class: Saturdays from 1:30-3 p.m., Align With Sarah’s Community Classroom, 217 Main St., Owego. All levels are welcome. Enjoy the magic of rhythm, guided by an experienced teacher. Learn to play in the percussion ensemble. Drums are provided upon request. Free! Donations are accepted. Visit www.alignwithsarah.com/events-calendar to learn more.
OCTOBER 29 to DECEMBER 10
Seven Days of Holiday Vendors and Crafters, 5-8 p.m., to be held every Wednesday until Dec. 10, Owego Moose Lodge, 3 Goodrich Rd., Owego. Vendors and crafters will be displaying their wares for the holiday season. The public is welcome; there will be weekly dinners available for $12. If vendors or crafters would like to join them to display their wares, contact Diane Szluka at (607) 312-0221.
NOVEMBER 29
Spalding Memorial Library Christmas Market, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 724 S. Main St., Athens, Pa. Vendors will be selling a variety of crafts, jewelry, candles, perfume, photography, roasted coffee, honey, wreaths, leather products, and more. Bring the little ones (pets too) to see Santa and make Christmas ornaments.
Pet Photos with Santa, 1-3 p.m., Stray Haven, 194 Shepard Rd., Waverly. Suggested donation of $10. To reserve your spot, email Donna@StrayHavenSPCA.org.
NOVEMBER 30
Plant Bingo Brunch Series, noon, at Tioga Gardens. A $20 ticket includes brunch bites and prizes. Play bingo, learn, and win plants! Tioga Gardens is located at 2217 Route 17C, Owego.
DECEMBER 1
Spaghetti Dinner Benefit for Jared Martin, 5 to 8 p.m., Owego Moose Lodge, 3 Goodrich Rd., Owego. Cash bar, raffles, 50/50, music. A $15 donation is requested for adults and $10 for ages 12 and under. For more information, call Charles at (607) 223-9734 or Austin at (607) 321-7783.
Mahjong, 2 to 4 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
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.
DECEMBER 2
Storytime, 10:30 a.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
Zen Before Zzzzs Yoga, 6 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
Tioga County Health and Human Services Meeting, 8:30 a.m., Tioga County Office Building, 56 Main St., Owego.
Tioga County Information Technology and Communications Meeting, 9:30 a.m., Tioga County Office Building, 56 Main St., Owego.
Tioga County Administrative Services Meeting (County Clerk, Historian, Real Property, Veterans, and Elections), 10:30 a.m., Tioga County Office Building, 56 Main St., Owego.
Tioga County Economic Development, Planning, Tourism, and Agriculture Meeting, 1 p.m., Tioga County Office Building, 56 Main St., Owego.
Tioga County Public Safety, Probation, DWI, and Coroner Meeting, 2:30 p.m., Tioga County Office Building, 56 Main St., Owego.
DECEMBER 3
Christmas Ornament Craft Class, 1 p.m., TOI’s Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego. Join them for a creative hands-on class making snowflake ornaments from recycled materials. All materials are provided at no cost. Reservations are appreciated. Call (607) 687-4120 or email aging@tiogaopp.org to sign up.
DECEMBER 4
Story Time, 11:30 a.m., Cady Library, 42 E. River Rd., Nichols.
Storytime, 10:30 a.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
Euchre, 2 to 4 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
Tioga County Public Works and Capital Projects Meeting, 9 a.m. Tioga County Office Building, 56 Main St., Owego.
Tioga County Personnel Meeting, 10:30 a.m., Tioga County Office Building, 56 Main St., Owego.
Tioga County 1st monthly Legislative Workshop and Legislative Support Meeting, 1 p.m., Tioga County Office Building, 56 Main St., Owego.
DECEMBER 5
Lights on the River in downtown Owego, 5-9 p.m. There will be local shopping, food trucks, vendors, live entertainment, fireworks, and more! This event is hosted by the Historic Owego Marketplace. Visit www.owego.org to learn more.
Owego Elks Village Christmas Celebration during Lights on the River, 5-9 p.m., 223 Front St., Owego. There will be free hot cocoa and popcorn, crafts, a kids’ raffle, music, and Smokey Legends BBQ from 5-7 p.m., and Christmas fun for all ages!
Senior First Friday Program – Rick Pedro Piano Concert and Lunch, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main Street, Apalachin (waitlist only; call 607-625-3333).
Holiday Concert with Pat Kane and Band, 7 p.m., Sayre Theatre, 205 S. Elmer Ave., Sayre, Pa. Tickets available at www.bbbsnepa.org or the Sayre Library, Sayre Theatre, Spalding Library, and Jolly Farmer. This event benefits Big Brothers Big Sisters.
American Legion 401 Dinner, 5 to 7 p.m., Main Street, Owego. Pulled pork, corn on the cob, coleslaw, and brownies are included. The cost is $15 per plate. Eat in or take out.
Berkshire Senior Social Hour, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Berkshire Fire Department, 12515 NY-38, Berkshire. The menu includes Vegetable Frittata, sides, dessert and beverage. Suggested contribution for ages 60 and over is $5, under 60 is $7. Reservations are required. To reserve your seat, please call (607) 687-4120 or email aging@tiogaopp.org.
DECEMBER 6
Candor Community Chorus holiday season concert, 7 p.m., Candor High School Auditorium, Academy Street. Admission is free; donations are appreciated.
TCRM Annual Holiday Cookie Sale, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. or until sold out, American Legion, 263 Front St., Owego.
Pokemon Club, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
Carols and Cocoa at the Cady Library, 4 to 6 p.m., 42 E. River Rd., Nichols. Join Santa as the Tioga Central Chorus and an ensemble from the Tioga Central Band and the Kirby Band sing and play carols. There will be FREE cocoa, coffee, candy canes, and crafts.
Broome County Humane Society’s Artisan Show, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., American Legion Post 1645, 177 Robinson St., Binghamton. Admission is $3 per person, under age 12 are free. There will be over 50 tables, music by Ed Travis, door prizes throughout the day, and a bake sale. Food and drinks available for purchase.
Holiday Magic Winter Wonderland, 1 to 7 p.m., Newark Valley Community Connection, 32 S. Main St., Newark Valley. Kids can meet Frosty, Elsa, and Olaf and dig for surprises in the Snow Treasure Zone. View Diamond and Raffle Baskets, and Holiday Trees.
Valley Chorus Concert “What Sweeter Music” performs at 7 p.m., Keystone Theatre, Towanda, Pa. Tickets are available for pre-sale at $10 or at the door for $15, at Jolly Farmer, Sayre Theatre, Keystone Theatre, Towanda, and online at www.valleychorus.org.
DECEMBER 7
Valley Chorus Concert “What Sweeter Music” performs at 3 p.m., Waverly High School, 1 Frederick St., Waverly. Tickets are available for pre-sale at $10 or at the door for $15, at Jolly Farmer, Sayre Theatre, Keystone Theatre, Towanda, and online at www.valleychorus.org.
DECEMBER 8
Newark Valley Central School District Board of Education Meeting, 5:30 p.m., District Office, 68 Wilson Creek Rd., Newark Valley.
Kirby Band Christmas Concert, 7 p.m., Valley United Presbyterian Church, 459 Park Ave., Waverly. Refreshments will follow the concert. Free admission.
Mahjong, 2 to 4 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
Monday Meal at Newark Valley Community Connections, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., 32 S. Main St., Newark Valley. The menu includes pierogi, Sausage, Salad, and Dessert.
Talk Saves Lives: An Introduction to Suicide Prevention with Rural Health Network, 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m., TOI’s Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego. Register here online at https://forms.gle/6PAvJsLvfr7sG6cX6. For questions, contact Julianne Lee at (607) 788-6896 or email jlee@rhnscny.org.
DECEMBER 9
Young Adult Book Club, 5 to 7 p.m., Spalding Memorial Library, 724 S. Main St., Athens, Pa. Join Thomas on the second Tuesday of each month from 5-7 p.m. For more information, call (570) 888-7117 or send a message via Facebook or Discord.
Storytime, 10:30 a.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
Zen Before Zzzzs Yoga, 6 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tioga County Annual Meeting, 5 p.m., Neighborhood Depot, 146 Central Ave., Owego. RSVP required to Tioga@cornell.edu or call (607) 659-5694.
The Twelfth Regular Tioga County Legislature Meeting of 2025 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.
Tioga County Finance, Legal, and Safety Meeting, 10:30 a.m. at the Tioga County Office Building, 56 Main St., Owego.
Programs for Lower Medicare Costs, 1 p.m., TOI’s Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego. Learn about programs that can lower your Medicare costs, like the Medicare Savings Program (MSP) and Low-Income Subsidy (LIS). Please call (607) 687-4120 or email aging@tiogaopp.org to reserve your seat.
DECEMBER 10
Athens Senior Citizens Christmas Party with a Dish to Pass meal, noon, Athens Wesleyan Church, 3903 Wilawana Rd., Sayre, Pa. Sara Romanik will provide entertainment, and Wally Cady will be Santa Claus.
Jewelry Making Workshop: Key Rings and More, 12:30-2:30 p.m., TOI’s Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego. No cost. Space is limited; registration is requested by calling (607) 687- 4120 or by email at aging@tiogaopp.org.
DECEMBER 11
Story Time, 11:30 a.m., Cady Library, 42 E. River Rd., Nichols.
Storytime, 10:30 a.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
Euchre, 2 to 4 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
DECEMBER 13
Jane Austen Birthday Celebration, 1 to 3 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin. Space is limited, and registration is required; call (607) 625-3333.
Holiday Craft Fair: Jingle, Mingle, and Shop, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Owego Elementary School, Sheldon Guile Blvd. in Owego.
DECEMBER 14
Pet Photos with Santa, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Rebecca Weitsman Memorial Dog Park, Hickories Park, Owego. Donations are accepted for the dog park. There will be treats and toys for the pups (while supplies last). Sponsored by Coco Chanel No. 5.
Advent Jazz Vespers by the Presbybop Quintet, 4 p.m., Union Presbyterian Church, 200 E. Main St., Endicott. The Christmas Eve Band will present seasonal vespers featuring the immortal music of “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” Light snacks are available in the Fellowship Hall at 3 p.m. before the event.
DECEMBER 15
Mahjong, 2 to 4 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
Holiday Cookie Sale: $10 per dozen for a variety of cookies. Call (607) 699-3302 to order no later than Dec. 15. Pick up on Dec. 19 between 4 and 6 p.m. at the Nichols Presbyterian Church on Main Street. Please use the side door.
Free Blood Pressure and Glucose Screenings, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., TOI’s Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego. You do not need insurance to participate. No appointment is needed. For more information call TOI at (607) 687-4120 or email aging@tiogaopp.org.
DECEMBER 16
Storytime, 10:30 a.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
Zen Before Zzzzs Yoga, 6 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
Apalachin Library Board Meeting, 6:15 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
Winter Wonderland, 12:15 p.m., TOI’s Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego. Enjoy light refreshments, hot cocoa, and a holiday performance by the Owego Free Academy Music Department. Call (607) 687-4120 for more information.
DECEMBER 17
Contemporary Book Club: The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon, 1 p.m., Presbyterian Church in Fellowship Hall, 200 E. Main St., Endicott, Liberty Street entrance.
DECEMBER 18
Story Time, 11:30 a.m., Cady Library, 42 E. River Rd., Nichols.
Storytime, 10:30 a.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin. (No Storytime on Dec. 23.)
Euchre, 2 to 4 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
Combined Evening and Afternoon Book Club – Marple: Twelve New Stories by “Agatha Christie,” 1 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
Tioga County 2nd Legislative Workshop, 10 a.m., Tioga County Office Building, 56 Main St., Owego.
Just Say Yes to Fruits and Vegetables with Food Bank of the Southern Tier, 10 to 11 a.m., TOI’s Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego. Each workshop has a nutrition lesson and cooking demonstration, complete with free samples to enjoy. Call (607) 687-4120 or email aging@tiogaopp.org to reserve your seat.
Holiday Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., TOI’s Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego. Menu includes spiraled ham, scalloped potatoes, vegetables, and dessert. Seating is limited, and reservations are required. Reservations will be taken starting Monday, Dec. 1. Suggested contribution of $5 for those aged 60 and older, $7 for those under 60. Call (607) 687-4120 or email aging@tiogaopp.org to reserve your seat.
DECEMBER 19
Spencer Senior Social Hour, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Inspire S-VE Community & Fitness Center, 57 E. Tioga St., Spencer. The menu includes baked fish with macaroni and cheese, vegetables, dessert, and a beverage. Suggested contribution for ages 60 and over is $5.00, under 60 is $7.00. Reservations are required. To reserve your seat, please call (607) 687-4120 or email aging@tiogaopp.org.
BINGO for Older Adults, 1 to 2 p.m., TOI’s Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego. Call (607) 687-4120 for more information.
DECEMBER 20
Sunflowers Dancing School presents “The Nutcracker Ballet,” 2 p.m., Ti-Ahwaga Community Players Theatre, 42 Delphine St., Owego. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased by texting (607) 621-1954 or visiting www.sunflowerscommunityspace.com.
Live, Drive-Thru Nativity Event, 5 to 7 p.m., McKendree Church, 224 Owego Rd., Candor. From the warmth and comfort of your car, tune into their YouTube channel for an audio narration of the Christmas story. For those without a device to hear the narration, a printed version will be available. Visit www.mckendreechurch.com/ to learn more.
Breakfast with Santa, 8 to 11 a.m., Newark Valley Fire Station, Route 38, Newark Valley. Goodwill offering. Proceeds will go to injured firefighter Jared Martin.
DECEMBER 22
Mahjong, 2 to 4 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
DECEMBER 23
Zen Before Zzzzs Yoga, 6 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
Euchre, 2 to 4 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
DECEMBER 24
Candlelight Christmas Eve service of music, message, prayer, and praise, 6 p.m., Germany Hill Global Methodist Church, 790 Spaulding Hill Rd., Owego. Voluntary donations for the evening will support Christian suffering in Nigeria. All are welcome.
DECEMBER 29
Mahjong, 2 to 4 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
DECEMBER 30
Storytime, 10:30 a.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
Zen Before Zzzzs Yoga, 6 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.
JANUARY 22
American Legion Dinner 401 Auxiliary Dinner, 5-7 p.m., Main Street, Owego. Lasagna, salad, rolls and cookies. $15 a plate, eat in or take out.
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