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AUGUST
OFA’s Class of 1963 – 50th Class Reunion is scheduled for Sept. 27 and 28. Friday Night Mixer is at the Parkview Restaurant and Hotel and Saturday night dinner at the Treadway Inn. We are having a very good response to our reunion plan and would like to open up attendance to anyone that graduated from OFA and would like to attend. For further details on price and times, please contact Gary Jones by email to gjones56@stny.rr.com or phone 687-2835.
Broome Community College/SUNY Broome Off Campus Classes begin Sept. 3, 2013, Tioga County Administrative Building, 56 Main St., Owego. For information go to www.sunybroome.edu/offcampus.
Owego Dog Owners Group (ODOG) Meeting, 2nd Tues. of each month, 10:30 a.m., basement at River Row Bookshop, Corner of Lake and Front Street, Owego. Open to everyone!
Candor Farmers Market, Thurs. thru Oct., 3 to 7 p.m., Town Hall, Candor.
Bike Night 2013, every Wednesday through Sept. 4, 6 to 9 p.m., Owego Parkview Hotel and along Front Street at Draper Park, Owego. Live Entertainment under the tent, and nightly food specials. Also visit Bike Night Art Market at Draper Park. Motorcycles park along Front Street. Event is free, and all are welcome.
Tioga Center Senior Citizens will meet at the Tioga Center Methodist Church on Oct. 15, 2013. They are looking for 30 year members to attend. If you can attend or if you have names of people to get in touch with call 687-2113.
Breakfast at Ransom Park, 2nd Sat. of the month, 7 to 10 a.m., Ransom Park, Tioga Center.
Swing Dance with Free Lesson, Tuesday nights until Dec. 17, Rexer’s Karate, Washington Avenue, Endicott. Lesson at 7:30 p.m., Dancing 8:15 to 10:30 p.m., $3/person, $2/students with ID & Seniors. For info call 786-1266.
Mobile Food Giveaway, every month thru December on the 3rd Monday, 1 to 2 p.m., Lockwood Fire Department, Route 34, Lockwood. Bring own bags or boxes.
Owego Rotary Club Luncheon or Breakfast Meeting, Noon on Tuesday, Breakfast Meeting 7:30 a.m. Thursday, Treadway Inn, Route 17C, Owego. For more information call President Terry 232-0244.
Quilting Classes, Tuesdays 1 to 3 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m., FCF Church, 27 Beach Rd., Apalachin. $7/session, for information call (570) 623-4402.
Sweet Adelines Carousel Harmony Chorus Rehearsal, Tuesdays, 7 p.m., Calvary United Methodist Church, 3505 Vestal Pkwy. East, Vestal. For info call Linda 669-4233 or go to carouselharmony.org.
Be Creative at Van Etten Library, every Sat. 1 to 3 p.m., Van Etten Library, 83 Main St., Van Etten. For info call 589-4755 ext. 3.
Mother Goose on the Loose, 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each Month, 11:30 a.m., Van Etten Library, 83 Main St., Van Etten Municipal Building, Van Etten. For ages 0 to 2 years old.
Adult Education Class GED, 5 p.m., Candor High School, Academy Street, Candor. For information call Sally 659-5968. Classes held Mon., Tues. and Thurs. night from 5 to 8 p.m.
Al-Anon Meeting, 6 p.m. Tuesdays, Owego Presbyterian Church downstairs, corner of Temple Street and North Avenue. For information call 759-8590.
American Red Cross Blood Drives, Call 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit www.redcrossblood.org for dates, times and locations.
Write Now Writers Group, 1st Wed. of the Month, 7 to 9 p.m., Candor Free Library, corner of Bank Street & Main Street, Candor. For more information call Carol 659-7661 or email carolhenry@frontiernet.net.
Library Story Hour, Tuesdays 10:15 a.m., Candor Free Library, Bank Street, Candor.
Candor Town Board Meeting, 2nd Tuesday of the month, Review and sign vouchers 6:30 p.m., meeting begins at 7 p.m., Candor Town Hall, Route 96B, Candor.
Open Hearts Dinner, every Wednesday 5 to 6:30 p.m., McKendree UMC, 224 Owego St., Candor.
Pancake Breakfast, 2nd Sat. of the month, 7:30 to 10 a.m., Nichols United Methodist Church, Nichols. Freewill offering.
Supper Among Friends, Every 3rd Thursday of the month 4:30 to 6 p.m., Nichols United Methodist Church, Nichols. Freewill offering.
Candor Fire District Regular Meetings, 2nd and Last Tuesday of the month, 7 p.m., Candor Fire Station, 74 Owego Rd., Candor. For more info call Tim 659-3341.
Village of Candor Board Meeting, 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month, 6:30 p.m., Candor Village Hall, Main Street, Candor.
Take Off Pounds Sensibly “TOPS” Meeting, every Thursday, 6 p.m., Saint Mark’s Episcopal Church, 17 Main St., Candor.
TOPS Chapter 418, every Friday 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., Calvary United Methodist Church, 3505 Vestal Parkway West, Vestal. For questions call Barbara 748-3443.
TOPS Chapter 306 (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), every Thursday, Weigh-in starts 5:45 p.m., Meeting 6:30 p.m., Union Presbyterian Church, 200 East Main St., Endicott. For information call 754-6913.
TOPS NY (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), Wednesdays 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. Weigh-in, 6:15 to 7 p.m. Meeting, Apalachin United Methodist Church, 303 Pennsylvania Ave., Apalachin. For more info call Rose 625-2460 or email meem0331@gmail.com.
Friends of the Library Meeting, last Thursday of the month, downstairs meeting room, Candor Free Library, Bank Street, Candor.
Candor Free Library Board of Trustees Meeting, 1st Wednesday of the month (except for July & Aug.), 6 p.m., Candor Free Library, Corner of Bank & Main Street, Candor. For more info call Sue 659-3022 or email candorwriter@yahoo.com.
Newark Valley Senior Citizens (50 & over) Meeting, 3rd Thursdays at 5 p.m., Newark Valley Fire Station, Route 38, Newark Valley. Dish to Pass & program, for questions call Carol 642-5213.
Newark Valley Food Pantry, Tuesdays or Thursdays 3 to 4 p.m., Senior Pantry every 2nd Wednesday 10 to 11 a.m., Methodist Church Ministry Center, Newark Valley. For information call 642-8287 or 642-3414. Open to people in the 13811 area.
Free Supper Among Friends, Every 3rd Thursday of the month, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., Nichols United Methodist Church, Nichols.
Pancake Breakfast, 2nd Sat. of the month, 7:30 to 10 a.m., Nichols United Methodist Church, Nichols. Freewill offering.
The Clothing Center, Tuesday 10 a.m. to Noon, Wednesday 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Central United Methodist Church, 17 Nanticoke Ave., Endicott. Free clothing & various items, they also accept donations. For questions call MaryAnn 786-9040.
Candor MOPS (for moms of infants through kindergarten age), 1st & 3rd Thursdays of the month, Candor Congregational Church parsonage, Main Street, Candor. For info call Maryalice 659-5191.
Constitution Chat, 2nd Thursday of every month, 7 p.m., Candor Congregational Church, Main Street, Candor. For questions call Melvin 659-4785.
Candor Valley Riders Snowmobile Club Meeting, 7 p.m., 1st Wednesday of the month from April through Aug., 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month from Sept. to March, Candor Ambulance Garage, 58 Main St., Candor. No meeting month of July.
AUGUST 3 to SEPTEMBER 1
Gun Dog Hunting Training Classes, Pointing Dogs on Saturdays, Retrievers on Sundays, Paws and Tails Kennels, 38B, Newark Valley. For registration or more info call (607) 349-8794 or go to www.davesgundogtraining.com.
AUGUST 4
Vinegar Painted Frame Workshop, 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Bement-Billings Farmstead Museum Welcome Center, 9241 St. Rte. 38, Newark Valley. $20/adults & teens, $18/members. RSVP by July 27, 642-5412.
46th Chapman Reunion, 12 p.m., Round Top Park pavilion #5, Athens. Bring a dish to pass, table service, beverages and item for Chinese Auction. Meat will be provided.
Late-Summer Antiques & Collectibles Market, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Owego Elks Lodge #1039, 223 Front St., Owego. Free admission & parking, for info go to www.OwegoElksEmporiumMarket.com.
AUGUST 5
Gathering Basket Making Workshop, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Home Textile Tool Museum, 1819 Orwell Hill Rd., Orwell. $45/fee, $15/materials, for info call (570) 247-7175 or go to www.hometextiletoolmuseum.org.
Kirby Band Annual August Concert Series, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Kirby Park, Nichols. For more info go to www.kirbyband.com.
AUGUST 6
Spencer-Van Etten TEA Party Meeting, 7 p.m., Spencer Town Hall, 79 E Tioga St., Spencer.
Spanish Hill and Carantouan to be Discussed at SRAC, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Susquehanna River Archaeological Center, 345 Broad St., Waverly. Admission donation is requested of $6, SRAC member $4.
AUGUST 6, 7 & 8
Vacation Bible School, 5:30 to 8 p.m., Vestal Center United Methodist Church, 478 West Hill Rd., Vestal. For more info call 748-0004.
AUGUST 7
Concerts in the Park: Triple Play with Alice Detrick, 7 p.m., Hickories Park, Owego. For more info go to www.tiogaartscouncil.org or call 687-0785.
AUGUST 8
NYS Southern Tier Local Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation, Inc. Meeting, 7 p.m., Dunkin Donuts, 216 Reynolds Rd., Johnson City. For information call Daryall 775-2146 after 4 p.m. daily, or email s.tierchapter@gmail.com.
Tioga County Democratic Committee Chicken BBQ Fundraiser, 5 p.m., Hickories Park, Owego. Reservations required, $20/person, call Julia 748-2857.
Golden Ager’s “Hot Dog Day”, 11 a.m., Hickories Park, Pavilion #2, Owego. For info call 223-4338.
Musical Storytelling Adventure with “Story Laurie”, 6:30 p.m., Berkshire Community Hall (behind the library), Jewett Hill Road, Berkshire.
AUGUST 9
Production of “A Minister’s Wife”, 8 p.m., Hamilton Great Hall at Elmira College, Elmira. Admission $15, only 200 tickets on sale. For information go to www.DeSantoandStreeter.com.
Depot Friday Nights: DixieKats Dixieland Music, 7 p.m., Newark Valley Depot, Route 38, Newark Valley. Free program, for info go to nvhistory.org or call 642-9516.
Ladies Pocket Making Workshop, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Home Textile Tool Museum, 1819 Orwell Hill Rd., Orwell. $45/fee, $15/materials, for info call (570) 247-7175 or go to www.hometextiletoolmuseum.org.
Ice Cream Social, 6 to 8 p.m., Vestal Center United Methodist Church, 478 West Hill Rd., Vestal.
AUGUST 9 & 10
Newark Valley Days, Village Green, Newark Valley. Fri. opens at 4 p.m., free Dixieland Concert 7 p.m., Sat. opens 9 a.m., Parade at 11 a.m., Fireworks at dark at Trout Ponds.
Newark Valley Trout Pond 5K Run, 9 a.m., Registration 8 to 8:30 a.m., Newark Valley Trout Pond Park, Newark Valley. $15/pre-registered by July 31, $20/day of race, $5/Newark Valley High School Runners. Call 768-9558 or email vvanetten@binghamtonwireless.com.
Children’s Miracle Network Flea Market, Vestal Wal-Mart, 2405 Vestal Parkway East, Vestal. 12′X12′ space $25, reservations due by July 27.
Exotic Animal Demonstrations: Angora Rabbits, Pygora Goats, open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Home Textile Tool Museum, 1819 Orwell Hill Rd., Orwell. $5/person, free to 12 and under, for info call (570) 247-7175 or go to www.hometextiletoolmuseum.org.
Sam and Denise Miller-West Coast Swing and Two Step World Champions, 2 to 10 p.m., Tioga Opportunities Countryside Community Center, 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd, Owego. Pre-Registration by Friday, Aug. 2.
AUGUST 10
Binghamton Classic Films presents “Angels With Dirty Faces”, 7 p.m., Broome Community College, Titchener Hall Room 101, Binghamton. Suggested donation $3, students, seniors & members $2.
Annual Community Picnic, Lunch at Noon, Grange Hall, Glenmary Drive, Owego. Please bring a dish to pass.
Food Giveaway, 10 to 11 a.m., Tioga County Rural Ministry, 143 North Ave., Owego. For low to moderate income individuals & families living in Owego. Bring own bags or boxes, for questions call 687-3021.
AUGUST 11
“Waverly’s Attic”, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., downtown Waverly between Waverly Street and Pennsylvania Avenue, also Park Avenue between SRAC and The Red Door Thrift Store. To donate items for the auction call 565-7960, for information go to www.waverlysattic.com.
Patty Turner Benefit, 2 to 6 p.m., Sand Dollar Saloon and Grill, 1321 College Ave., Elmira. $10/person, kids free. Food, 50/50 raffles, baskets and much more! For information call (607) 737-4174 or join on Facebook at Benefit for Patty Turner.
Breakfast Buffet, 8 to 11 a.m., Kalurah, 625 Dickson St., Endicott.
Beer Pairing Dinner, 4 to 7 p.m., Johnson City Elks Club, 4212 Watson Blvd., Johnson City. $40/person includes appetizers, soup, salad, main course & dessert. Reservations due by Aug. 4, for questions call Nancy 754-9439 or John 797-8123.
AUGUST 11 to 15
“SonWest Roundup” Bible School, 6 to 8:30 p.m., Berkshire Congregational Church, corner of Route 38 & Glen Road, Berkshire. For ages 3 years to sixth grade, must preregister for youth class seventh to twelfth grade. For info call Kathy 657-8058 or Jenn 657-2578. To benefit the American Cancer Society.
Everywhere Fun Fair: Where God’s World Comes Together Vacation Bible School, Sun. 5:30 to 8 p.m., Mon.-Thurs. 6 to 8 p.m., Apalachin United Methodist Church, 303 Pennsylvania Ave., Apalachin. To register call 625-2733.
AUGUST 12
Dog Obedience Classes, choice of Monday at 6 p.m., or Wednesday 11 a.m., must pre-register by Aug. 5. Fee will include collar and lead. For information or an application call Lynn or Tina at Stray Haven at (607) 565-2859.
Felt Hat or Scarf Workshop, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Home Textile Tool Museum, 1819 Orwell Hill Rd., Orwell. Fee $55, Materials $15-$20, for info call (570) 247-7175 or go to www.hometextiletoolmuseum.org.
Kirby Band Annual August Concert Series, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Kirby Park, Nichols. For more info go to www.kirbyband.com.
Friends of Adam R. Schumacher for D.A. Spaghetti Dinner, 5 to 7 p.m., Bud’s Place, Route 434, Apalachin.
AUGUST 12 to 16
Fun Fair Vacation Bible School, 6 to 8 p.m., Calvary United Methodist Church, 3505 Vestal Pkwy. East, Vestal. Free, call to register 729-0938 or vestalcalvaryumc@verizon.net.
AUGUST 14
Swiss Steak Supper, begins at 4:30 p.m., Chemung United Methodist Church, corner Main Street & Church Street, Village of Chemung. $9/adults, $4.50/ ages 6-12, under 6 Free.
AUGUST 15
Annual Older Adult Health Fair & Expo, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Owego Free Academy, Guile Boulevard, Owego.
AUGUST 15 & 16
AARP Driver Safety Class, 9 a.m. to Noon, Nichols Community Care Network, Nichols. $17/AARP members, $19/non-members. To register call 687-4120.
AUGUST 16
Owego Gymnastics Captain & Crew Golf Tournament, 9 a.m., Pheasant Hill Country Club, 2771 Waits Rd., Owego. $300 per team includes Chicken BBQ. Prizes & raffles. For information call 687-2458 or go to www.owegogymnastics.com.
Depot Friday Nights: Ginny Mullens & Town Historians Remembering early businesses in Newark Valley, 7 p.m., Newark Valley Depot, Route 38, Newark Valley. Free program, for info go to www.nvhistory.org or call 642-9516.
Advanced Cheese Making Workshop 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Home Textile Tool Museum, 1819 Orwell Hill Rd., Orwell. Fee $55, Materials $30, for info call (570) 247-7175 or go to www.hometextiletoolmuseum.org.
The Foster Four Corners Country School Reunion of Owego, 11 a.m., Blue Dolphin Restaurant, Apalachin. For info call 752-2770.
AUGUST 17
Cooking Guild: Open Hearth Cooking, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Bement-Billings Farmstead Museum, Route 38, Newark Valley. BYO lunch, RSVP Jane 727-8214.
Blacksmith Guild, begins at 10 a.m., Bement-Billings Farmstead Museum, Route 38, Newark Valley. For info call Doug 669-4489.
Round & Square Dance, 7 to 11 p.m., Wysox Fire Hall, Wysox. Music by Sara.
Spencer Picnic’s Ping Pong Ball Drop & Orange Crate Derby, Ball Drop 1 p.m., in the Ball Field, Derby 5 p.m., parking lot next to tennis court, Spencer.
AUGUST 18
Sundaes at the Farm, 1 to 4 p.m., Howland Acres, 178 Barden Rd., Candor.
28th Annual AACA Antique Car Show & Flea Market, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Hickories Park, Owego. Donation $2/person, $5/carload, under 12 year’s old – free admission. For info call Joe 760-9200 or Bob 761-0897. For Flea Market info call Charlie 754-6861 or Rich 785-3590.
28th Annual Tioga Region Antique Car Show & Flea Market, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Hickories, Park, Owego. $2/person, $5/carload. For info call Bob 785-8867 or Howard 754-7400, or go to www.tiogaregion.com.
Pre-Fall Antiques & Collectibles Market, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Owego Elks Lodge #1039, 223 Front St., Owego. Free admission & parking, for info go to www.OwegoElksEmporiumMarket.com.
Mud Sale Vendors Market, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Webbs Mills Fire Department, Fireman’s Field, State Route 328 & Pennsylvania Avenue, Pine City. Free concert 3 to 5 p.m., Firefighters Waterball Tournament & Chicken BBQ starting at Noon. For information call (607) 425-1381.
Guest Lecturers: 1 p.m. Victor Hilts-Did They Really Spin That Much?, 2 p.m. Pat Hilts-Understanding the Artifacts, Home Textile Tool Museum, 1819 Orwell Hill Rd., Orwell, Pa. Lectures $20, for info call (570) 247-7175 or go to www.hometextiletoolmuseum.org.
AUGUST 19
Kirby Band Annual August Concert Series, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Kirby Park, Nichols. For more info go to www.kirbyband.com.
Broome County Federation of Sportsman’s Clubs Inc., 7 p.m., American Legion Post #1305, 820 Lower Stella Ireland Rd., Binghamton. For info call Daryall 775-2146 after 4 p.m. or Bill 797-6670.
AUGUST 19 to 23
Investigation Destination, 9 a.m. to Noon, Barton United Methodist Church, Barton. Bible stories, crafts, games, puppet shows, snacks & singing! For more info call 760-5215.
Under the Acacia Vacation Bible School, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Park Terrace Community United Methodist Church, 30 Glann Rd., Apalachin. Free to ages 3-12. For information email 6csully6@gmail.com or call 625-4134.
AUGUST 21
Ice Cream Social, 6 to 8 p.m., Whittemore Hill United Methodist Church, corner of Whittemore Hill Road and Teeter Road, Owego. All you can eat ice cream & dessert $3.50.
Owego Christian Women’s Club “Anniversary Celebration” Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Owego Treadway, Route 17C, Owego. Luncheon, feature, music & speaker, all for $12. Reservations due by Aug. 16, call Carol 785-3101 or email cgg350@aol.com.
Doug’s Fish Fry, Bake Sale & Raffles, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Royal Ford, Route 17C, Owego.
AUGUST 21 & 22
AARP Driver Safety Classes, 9 a.m. to Noon, Spencer Federated Church, Spencer.
AUGUST 22
Wine and Dine + Brew or Two, 4 to 8 p.m., Spalding Memorial Library, 724 South Main St., Athens, Pa. Good food, great wine, micro brews, non-alcoholic beverages, entertainment, auction & more! $20/person, at the door tickets are $25. Tickets available at North Jewelers, Jay Carpet One & Furniture, Spalding Memorial Library and Tioga Point Museum. To donate items for the auction call (570) 888-7117, or (570) 888-7225.
AUGUST 21 to 23
First Steps in Bobbin Lace Workshop, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Home Textile Tool Museum, 1819 Orwell Hill Rd., Orwell, Pa. For info call (570) 247-7175 or go to www.hometextiletoollmuseum.org.
AUGUST 23
Depot Friday Nights: Alice Detrick & Slideways – Classic Country, 7 p.m., Newark Valley Depot, Route 38, Newark Valley. Free program, for info call 642-9516 or go to www.nvhistory.org.
AUGUST 23, 24 & 25
Southern Tier Antique Gas & Steam Engine 39th Annual Show, Fri. & Sat. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sun. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Town Park, Route 26, Maine, N.Y. Chicken BBQ Sat. 12 to 2 p.m. & Live music 6 to 10 p.m. For info go to www.southern-tier-antique-engine.webnode.com or on Facebook STAGSEA.
AUGUST 24
Chinese Auction Fundraiser, Auction 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Drawing times 3 p.m., First Baptist Church of Owego, 228 Main St., Owego. For info call 687-4394 or go to www.fbcowego.org.
Rag Rug Lecture with Tom Kinsely, 11:30 a.m., Home Textile Tool Museum, 1819 Orwell Hill Rd., Orwell, Pa. Lecture $20, free to ages 12 and under. For info call (570) 247-7175 or go to www.hometextiletoollmuseum.org.
AUGUST 26
Kirby Band Annual August Concert Series, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Kirby Park, Nichols. For more info go to www.kirbyband.com.
AUGUST 29
Doug’s Fish Fry To Go & Bottle Drive, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Apalachin Fire Department, Pennsylvania Avenue, Apalachin. For info go to www.dougsfishfry.com or call 423-5996.
AUGUST 30
Vegan Soap Making Workshop, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Home Textile Tool Museum, 1819 Orwell Hill Rd., Orwell, Pa. Fee $45, Materials $15+ For info call (570) 247-7175 or go to www.hometextiletoollmuseum.org.
The Wiyos, 7:30 p.m., Guthrie Performing Arts Center, Sayre Theatre, Sayre. $17/adults, $15/students & seniors and are available online at www.bcrac.org or call (570) 268-2787.
AUGUST 30 to SEPTEMBER 1
30th Annual Wrench Wranch Bluegrass Roundup, Wrench Wranch, Route 206, Coventryville, N.Y. Free rough camping with a weekend ticket. Weekend tickets $30, day tickets available. For more info call 607-639-1141 or go to www.wrenchwranchbluegrass.webs.com.