{"id":107686,"date":"2025-10-05T06:34:16","date_gmt":"2025-10-05T10:34:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.owegopennysaver.com\/PS\/?p=107686"},"modified":"2025-10-05T06:34:16","modified_gmt":"2025-10-05T10:34:16","slug":"whats-happening-for-the-week-of-october-5-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.owegopennysaver.com\/PS\/2025\/10\/05\/whats-happening-for-the-week-of-october-5-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"What&#8217;s Happening for the week of October 5, 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">What\u2019s Happening \u2013 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 <a href=\"mailto:wpost@owegopennysaver.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">wpost@owegopennysaver.com<\/a>. Please send notices at least three weeks in advance of the event. If space is available; your event will appear.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">OCTOBER<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>The American Legion<\/b> 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.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Worship Service, <\/b>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.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Music Rhythm and Drum Class,<\/b> every Thursday from 1 to 2:30 p.m., at TOI\u2019s Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Tech Help with Tina, <\/b>by appointment only, at Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin. Call (607) 625-3333.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Spencer Playgroup, <\/b>every Wednesday, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., at 57 E. Tioga St., Spencer.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Owego Moose Breakfast, <\/b>first Saturday of each month from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at 3 Goodrich Rd., Owego. Open to the public.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>ACT Free Community Dinner,<\/b> every Thursday from 5-6 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, 228 Main St., Owego. Takeout only.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Park Terrace Food Pantry<\/b>, every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., basement of the Park Terrace United Methodist Church, 30 Glann Rd., Apalachin.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Bread of Life Food Pantry, <\/b>every Wednesday from 3 to 5:30 p.m. at 1 Water St., Candor. Open to Candor residents.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Congregate Lunch <\/b>served at TOI\u2019s 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 entr\u00e9e, side dishes, a beverage, and dessert. The salad bar is available on most days. Download the monthly menu at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.tiogaopp.org\/nutrition\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.tiogaopp.org\/nutrition<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Project Neighbor Food Pantry <\/b>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.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Berkshire Free Library Board<\/b> of Trustees Monthly Meeting, second Tuesday of the month at 11 a.m., 12519 Rt. 38, Berkshire. For further information, call (607) 657-4418.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Spalding Memorial Library Board Meeting<\/b>, 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 <a href=\"mailto:smlibrary724@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">smlibrary724@gmail.com<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Van Etten Public Library,<\/b> open on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 1-5 p.m.; Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2-7 p.m.; Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2-5 p.m. Free Wi-Fi and public computers are available for patrons. Join them Mondays from 10-11 a.m. for a gentle movement exercise class. Family storytime for pre-K children and their caregivers is every Friday from 10-10:30 a.m.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Free Blood Pressure and Glucose Screenings <\/b>with TOI\u2019s Family Health Clinic, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., the third Monday of each month at TOI\u2019s 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 <a href=\"mailto:aging@tiogaopp.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">aging@tiogaopp.org<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Berkshire senior citizens <\/b>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.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Chair Yoga for everyone,<\/b> Thursdays at 1 p.m., Union Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall, 200 E. Main St., Endicott. Call (607) 748-9651 for more information.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Chair Yoga for Older Adults<\/b> at TOI\u2019s Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., will be on break beginning on Sept. 3, and will resume on Oct. 15. Call (607) 687-4120 for more information.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">OCTOBER 4<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Spaghetti Dinner, 4-6 p.m., eat in or takeout, East Berkshire UMC, <\/span><span class=\"s2\">531 East Berkshire Hill Rd.. <\/span><span class=\"s1\">Freewill donation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">OCTOBER 4 and 5<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Newark Valley Apple Festival, family fun at the grounds of the Bement-Billings Farmstead, Route 38, Newark Valley. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, there will be food, live music, apple treats, a charming gift shop, kids&#8217; activities, an 1800\u2019s home tour, horse and wagon rides, crafters, nature trails, and much more. For more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/nvhistory.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">nvhistory.org<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">OCTOBER 5<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">4th Annual Owego Porchfest, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Over 50 musical groups perform on porches, balconies, and sidewalks in the Village of Owego. To participate, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.owego.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.owego.org<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">National Life Chain, 2 p.m. for 60 to 90 minutes, public witness and prayer for human life. Location details can be found at <a href=\"http:\/\/lifechain.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">lifechain.org<\/a> or by calling Rob at (570) 250-4179. Locally, the National Life Chain will take place at the courthouse in Owego and West River Road at the NY-17 exit in Nichols.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">The Waverly Historical Society is celebrating 10 years from noon to 4 p.m. at 435 Chemung St. in Waverly. There will be food and live music. The OG&#8217;s band will perform from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. All are welcome.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Plant Bingo Brunch Series, noon, 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, N.Y.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">OCTOBER 6<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Newark Valley Central School District Board of Education Meeting, 5:30 p.m., District Office, 68 Wilson Creek Rd., Newark Valley.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">WIC Clinic &#8211; Spencer, 1 to 6:15 p.m., INSPIRE S-VE Community and Fitness Center, 57 E. Tioga St., Spencer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">OCTOBER 7<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Susquehanna Valley Audubon Club Meeting and Covered Dish Supper, starting at 6 p.m., dinner at 7:30 p.m., Waverly Community Methodist Church, 158 Chemung St., Waverly. Please use the door located off the parking lot on Waverly Street. The program will be on Turtles by Dan Rhodes, Education Coordinator, Bradford County Conservation District.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Tioga County Health and Human Services Meeting, 8:30 a.m., Tioga County Office Building, 56 Main St., Owego.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Tioga County Information Technology and Communications Meeting, 9:30 a.m., Tioga County Office Building, 56 Main St., Owego.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">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.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Economic Development, Planning, Tourism, and Agriculture Meeting, 1 p.m., Tioga County Office Building, 56 Main St., Owego.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Tioga County Public Safety, Probation, DWI, and Coroner Meeting, 2:30 p.m., Tioga County Office Building, 56 Main St., Owego.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">OCTOBER 8<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Athens Senior Citizen Luncheon, noon, Athens Wesleyan Church, Wilawana Road, Athens, Pa. Bring a dish to pass and a beverage; coffee available.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">OCTOBER 9<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Open Paint Night, 6:30 p.m., Community Connection, 32 S. Main St., Newark Valley.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Evening Book Club &#8211; Take My Hand, by Dolen Perkins-Valdez. Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Tioga County Public Works and Capital Projects Meeting, 9 a.m., Tioga County Office Building, 56 Main St., Owego.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Tioga County Personnel Meeting, 10:30 a.m., Tioga County Office Building, 56 Main St., Owego.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Tioga County Legislative 1st Monthly Legislative Workshop and Legislative Support Meeting, 1 p.m., Tioga County Office Building, 56 Main St., Owego.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Groove to the Music: Rhythm and Drum Class, 1:30 to 3 p.m., Tioga Opportunities Inc. Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">OCTOBER 10<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s3\">Comedy Improv Show,19 Madison Ave., Endicott (Cinema Saver). Halloween Costumes encouraged. Free Door Prize<\/span><span class=\"s4\">s, doors open 7:30 p.m. For information, check out&nbsp;@puzzledplayersimprov.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">OCTOBER 10, 11, and 12<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Candor Fall Festival, in and around Candor, N.Y. Hosted by the Candor Chamber of Commerce. Visit <a href=\"http:\/\/candornychamber.org\/candor-fall-festival.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">candornychamber.org\/candor-fall-festival.html<\/a> to learn more!<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">OCTOBER 11<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Pipes Alive Dinner and Pipe Organ Concert with Yancey Moore, 5 p.m. dinner followed by the concert at 6 p.m.; Community Connection, 32 S. Main St., Newark Valley. Call (607) 308-1503 or email <a href=\"mailto:newarkvalleycc@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">newarkvalleycc@gmail.com<\/a> to reserve a spot and for more information.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Annual Chance Auction, 1 p.m., drawing tickets at 2 p.m., VFW, 932 W. Lockhart St., Sayre. A $5 donation includes 10 bid tickets, a door prize ticket, a drink, and dessert. The event will benefit the Sayre-Athens Lioness Lions Community Projects.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">The New York Forest Owners Association will have Nathan Funk speak about the 480a NY tax reduction program for forest landowners at 2:30 p.m., Cornell Cooperative Extension, 840 Front St., Binghamton. Open to the public. Call (607) 902-4090 for more information or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/nyfoa.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">nyfoa.org<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">OCTOBER 11 and 12<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">34th Catatonk Valley Woodcarving Art Show, Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Candor Fire Station, Candor. Free admission; raffle tickets are $1 each or eight for $5. Food and beverages are available.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">OCTOBER 12<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Hymn Sing and Ice Cream Social, 5 to 6:30 p.m., Candor Congregational Church, 134 Main St., Candor.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">OCTOBER 13<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Monday Lunch, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Community Connection, 32 S. Main St., Newark Valley.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Turkey Dinner with dressing, pick up from 4 to 6 p.m., Nichols Presbyterian Church, 140 Main St., Nichols. Two sides and dessert for $12. Preorder by calling (607) 699-3302. Pick up or takeout only.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">WIC Clinic &#8211; Waverly, Waverly Community Methodist Church, 158 Chemung St., Waverly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">American Red Cross Blood Drive, 1-5 p.m., Newark Valley Fire Department, 7151 State Route 38, Newark Valley. Make an appointment to give blood by visiting <a href=\"http:\/\/RedCrossBlood.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">RedCrossBlood.org<\/a>, calling 1-800-RED CROSS, or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App. All <\/span><span class=\"s1\">who come to give blood, platelets, or plasma from Sept. 22-Oct. 19, 2025, will receive a $10 Amazon.com Gift Card by email. For details, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/RedCrossBlood.org\/Fall\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">RedCrossBlood.org\/Fall<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">OCTOBER 13 to JANUARY 5<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">GriefShare Support Group begins on Oct. 13 and runs to Jan. 5, from 10 a.m. to noon or 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Lakeview Chapel, 185 Day Hollow Rd., Owego. Receiving help and encouragement after the death of a loved one will be hosted by Lakeview Chapel, 185 Day Hollow Rd., Owego. Pre-register at <a href=\"http:\/\/griefshare.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">griefshare.com<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">OCTOBER 14<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">The Tenth Regular Tioga County Legislature Meeting of 2025 will be held at noon in the Edward D. Hubbard Auditorium of the Ronald E. Dougherty County Office Building at 56 Main St., Owego.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Tioga County Finance, Legal, and Safety Meeting, 10:30 a.m., Tioga County Office Building, 56 Main St., Owego.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">OCTOBER 15<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Chair Yoga for Older Adults, 10 to 11 a.m., Tioga Opportunities Inc. Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego. Call (607) 687-4120 for more information.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">OCTOBER 16<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Line Dancing with Red&#8217;s Line Dancing Instruction, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Community Connection, 32 S. Main St., Newark Valley.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Afternoon Book Club &#8211; Maisie Dobbs by Jacqueline Winspear, 1 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Just Say Yes to Fruits and Vegetables with Food Bank of the Southern Tier, 10 to 11 a.m., Tioga Opportunities Inc. Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Oktoberfest Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Tioga Opportunities Inc. Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd, Owego.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Groove to the Music: Rhythm and Drum Class, 1:30 to 3 p.m., Tioga Opportunities Inc. Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">OCTOBER 17<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Village Appreciation Night, 5-10 p.m., Fairgrounds, West Main Street, Owego, N.Y. Free event filled with food, fun, games, live music, fireworks, and much more! Hosted by the Owego Police Department and its Benevolent Association.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Spencer Senior Social Hour, INSPIRE S-VE Community and Fitness Center, 11:30 a.m., to 12:30 p.m., 57 E. Tioga St., Spencer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">BINGO for Older Adults, 1 to 2 p.m., Tioga Opportunities Inc. Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd, Owego.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">OCTOBER 17 and 18<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">The Richford Historical Society will be holding its Annual Fall Rummage Sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., both days, at the Old Richford Graded Schoolhouse, 13261 State Rte. 38 in Richford.&nbsp;There will be a variety of items, including taxidermy fish, antique bottles, kitchen items, decorative and holiday items, clothes, toys, and much more.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">OCTOBER 18<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Fall Fest, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin. There will be snacks, pumpkin carving, face painting, crafts, and more.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">OCTOBER 19<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Trap and Slug Shoot, starts at 10 a.m., Berkshire Rod and Gun Club, McMahon Road, Berkshire. Prizes include store and gas cards. For more information, call (607) 657-2702.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">OCTOBER 20<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Free Health Screenings at TOI&#8217;s Countryside Community Center, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Tioga Opportunities Inc. Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">OCTOBER 20 and 21<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">AARP Driver Safety Course, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., Tioga Opportunities Inc. Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego. This is a six-hour course spread across two consecutive days. You must attend both days to receive the discount. The cost is $25 for AARP members and $30 for non-members. It is important that you call ahead to reserve your spot as walk-ins will not be accepted. On training day, you must bring your valid NY State Driver\u2019s License, AARP card (if you are a member), and a check written out to AARP for either $25 or $30.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">OCTOBER 21<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">The Newark Valley Fire District will be having a public hearing in the matter of the 2026 Newark Valley Fire District budget, followed by a special meeting, at 7 p.m. at the Newark Valley Fire District Station, 7151 State Route 38, Newark Valley, N.Y.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">OCTOBER 22<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Food Bank of the Southern Tier and Apalachin Lions Walk-Up Mobile Food Pantry, 10-11 a.m., St. Margaret Mary\u2019s Church, 1110 Pennsylvania Ave., Apalachin, N.Y.&nbsp; Pre-registration is required by calling 2-11 or visiting www.foodbankst.org\/cfd no later than Oct. 21 or until full. Bring a cart or bags to carry food.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Contemporary Book Club: James by Percival Everett, 1 p.m., Presbyterian Church in Fellowship Hall, 200 E. Main St., Endicott, Liberty Street entrance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">WIC Clinic- Waverly, 9:15 a.m. to 2:15 p.m., Waverly Community Methodist Church, 158 Chemung St., Waverly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Chair Yoga for Older Adults, 10 to 11 a.m., Tioga Opportunities Inc. Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego. Call (607) 687-4120 for more information.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">OCTOBER 23<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Tioga County 2nd Legislative Workshop, 10 a.m., Tioga County Office Building, 56 Main St., Owego.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">WIC Clinic- Apalachin, 9:15 a.m. to 2:15 p.m., Apalachin United Methodist Church, 303 Pennsylvania Ave., Apalachin.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Family Health Satellite Clinic, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Apalachin United Methodist Church, 303 Pennsylvania Ave., Apalachin. Call TOI&#8217;s Family Health Clinic at (607) 687-5333 to make an appointment.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">OCTOBER 24<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Halloween Fest, 5-8 p.m., downtown Owego. There will be a costume parade and contest, trick or treating, music, and more! Visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.owego.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.owego.org<\/a> to learn more.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">OCTOBER 26<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Ranch Riders 4-H Club and Family Halloween Party, 1 p.m., G&amp;B Farms, 235 Glenmary Dr., Owego. RSVP to Jessica by Oct. 13.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Polish Dinner, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. or until sold out,&nbsp; St. John\u2019s Church, 28 Rock St., Newark Valley. There will be halupki, pierogies, kielbasa\/ sauerkraut, noodles and cabbage, and dessert. The cost is $15. Takeout only, with curbside pickup. For tickets, call (607) 239-1175.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">OCTOBER 27<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Jane Austen Movie Club &#8211; Becoming Jane, 4 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Newark Valley Central School District Board of Education Meeting, 5:30 p.m., District Office, 68 Wilson Creek Rd., Newark Valley.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">OCTOBER 30<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Local Author Book Launch &#8211; Dry the Rain by Richard Leise, 6 p.m., Apalachin Library, 719 Main St., Apalachin.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Tioga County Workforce and Enterprise Expo 2025, Owego Church of the Nazarene, 3732 Waverly Rd., Owego. For questions or to register, contact the Chamber at (607) 687-7335 or email <a href=\"mailto:business@tiogachamber.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">business@tiogachamber.com<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Groove to the Music: Rhythm and Drum Class, 1:30 to 3 p.m., Tioga Opportunities Inc. Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">NOVEMBER 2<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Plant Bingo Brunch Series, noon, 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, N.Y.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">NOVEMBER 6<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Helping Kids Cope with Big Feelings, 6 to 7 p.m., Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd., Owego. This 60 minute session will include 40 minutes of psychoeducation and 20 minutes of Q&amp;A. Participants will learn about early childhood emotions and how to help their children navigate challenges. This event is free and open to the public.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">NOVEMBER 15<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Free New York State Snowmobile Safety Course, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Moose Lodge, 3 Goodrich Rd., Owego. Lunch is provided. Snowmobilers who are ages 10 (a copy of Birth Certificate required for proof of age) through 18 (need not be club members). Available to any snowmobilers and their children 10 and up. New snowmobilers of all ages are also welcome. Hosted by the Tioga Ridge Runners. CLASS IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 50 STUDENTS. To Register, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/Parks.ny.gov\/recreation\/snowmobiles\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Parks.ny.gov\/recreation\/snowmobiles<\/a>. For more information, call (607) 239-1175.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">NOVEMBER 17<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Newark Valley Central School District Board of Education Meeting, 5:30 p.m., District Office, 68 Wilson Creek Rd., Newark Valley.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">NOVEMBER 19<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Contemporary Book Club: Herod and Mary by Kathie Lee Gifford, 1 p.m., Presbyterian Church in Fellowship Hall, 200 E. Main St., Endicott, Liberty Street entrance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">NOVEMBER 30<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Plant Bingo Brunch Series, noon, 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, N.Y.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">DECEMBER 17<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Contemporary Book Club: The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon, 1 p.m., Presbyterian Church in Fellowship Hall, 200 E. 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