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Christmas Bake Sale at Ss. Peter and Paul Orthodox Church on 210 Hill Avenue in Endicott on December 17th from 9 a.m. to Noon. There will be Nut Rolls, Apricot Rolls, Poppy Seed Rolls, Kolachki, Smoked/Fresh Kielbasa and Holiday Bread. Cookies available on day of sale....order early quantities are limited. 785-4710, 687-6429 or 785-0195.
Doug's Fish Fry (to go) AND a Bake Sale will be right here at Maine Memorial (in the parking lot) from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Come on out and support your Maine Memorial PTA, all proceeds will go towards field trips and other school wide events. We are also having a “books & blanket” basket raffles, all proceeds will go to the Local CHOW pantry here in Maine. The raffle tickets are $1. The 4 “books & blanket” baskets are designed as follows: Boy (grade 2 - 5) Girl (grade 2-5) and boy (grade K-2) and girl (grade K - 2). They each contain 8 -10 books with a warm blanket, bookmarker for each of the older boy/girl basket and a stuffed animal for the younger boy/girl basket. The older girl basket also contains a journal.
Tioga Opportunities, Inc. ~ Women, Infant & Children's Program (WIC) will be taking applications to receive checks at various locations and times. Please call 607-687-3147 for more information.
Live and silent auction benefiting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Binghamton at 5:30 p.m. at the Binghamton Riverwalk Hotel. Ticket includes admission, bidder number, large buffet dinner, and drinks. Find perfect gifts for the holidays. View items up for bid at:
www.boysandgirlsclubsbinghamton.org.
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There will be a Pancake Supper from 5 - 7 p.m. to be held at the Vestal Center United Methodist Church on 478 West Hill Road in Vestal. Freewill donation will go to the VCUMC own Flood Relief Fund.
Doug's Fish Fry and Bake Sale from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Holy Spirit Church on 360 Clinton Avenue in Binghamton.
The Wedding Works of Endicott presents: The First Annual Children's Cancer Awareness Christmas Ball at the Owego Treadway Inn. Enjoy a fantastic night out with your spouse, friends or family! Only $25 for a full gourmet buffet dinner, desserts and a night of dancing. There will be live entertainment, gifts, door prizes and tons more. There will also be raffles and a Chinese Auction with the donations from local businesses and vendors. For tickets call Amanda at 607-484-9675 (the Wedding Works) OR Laura at 607-687-4505 (Owego Treadway Inn.)
Chenango Forks Drama Club at CHENANGO FORKS CENTRAL SCHOOLS, located at 1 Gordon Drive, Binghamton presents…“The Treblemakers”, a show choir performance at 7 p.m. Students will perform a collection of current pop hits and selections from a variety of Broadway musicals. All performances are in the High School Auditorium. Tickets will be $5 for adults and $3 for students and seniors, and can be purchased at the door.
Paddle Party/Quarter Auction at the West Windsor Fire Co. on Karla Drive off Liberty Highway ~ doors open at 6:15 p.m. Bring 2 - 3 rolls of quarters to bid on: Pampered Chef, Tupperware, Lia Sophia, Wildtree, Thirty-One, Partylite, Vantel Pearls and Avon.
The Animal Care Council will hold their Annual Wine Tasting Benefit from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus on 126 Main Street in Johnson City. Featuring: Finger Lake Wineries...there will be Horsd'oeuvres, Silent Auction, Door Prizes and Raffles. Tickets are $20 in advance at the ACC on Washington Avenue in Endicott, Vestal Wine & Liquors, Big Lots Plaza or Health Beat on Main Street in Binghamton. Tickets are $25 at the door.
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The St. Petersburg Men's Ensemble will present a concert of sacred songs in English and Russian Folk songs in Russian at the First United Methodist Church on 53 McKinley Avenue in Endicott. This concert is FREE and open to the public. An offering will be taken to defray their costs.
Binghamton Youth Symphony Orchestra Barnes & Noble Bookfairs from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Enjoy performances by BYSO musicians throughout the day...Get your gifts wrapped... Find out more about the Orchestra. Visit us online Dec. 3rd through Dec. 7th if you can't attend. Visit BN.COM/bookfairs to support us. At "payment" choose CHANGE button and enter Bookfair ID #: 10604940 at bottom. A percentage of your purchases will benefit BYSO.
Johnson City Cub Scout Pack 100 will be having their 10th Annual Christmas Tree Sale
from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Tony B's Service Center on Main Street in Westover.
The League of Women Voters of Broome and Tioga Counties will present a program on gas leases and how they effect mortgages at the Endicott Visitor Center on 300 Lincoln Avenue in Endicott. The program will begin at 10 a.m. Attorney Albert B. Kukol will explain the problem potential real estate buyers may have in getting a loan for a property with a gas lease.
Boy Scout Troop 152 from Kattelville will hold their Annual Christmas Tree Sale along with their monthly Chicken BBQ beginning at 9 a.m., until all trees and chicken are sold. The location for the Chicken BBQ remains on RT 12A, at the parking lot of “The Brass Lantern” tavern. Trees cut fresh the day of sale
http://www.scout152.com/bsa/home.phpChenango Forks Drama Club at CHENANGO FORKS CENTRAL SCHOOLS, located at 1 Gordon Drive, Binghamton presents…“The Treblemakers”, a show choir performance at 7 p.m. Students will perform a collection of current pop hits and selections from a variety of Broadway musicals. All performances are in the High School Auditorium. Tickets will be $5 for adults and $3 for students and seniors, and can be purchased at the door.
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Vestal Teachers Association Holiday Craft Fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Vestal High School. A holiday craft fair featuring hand-crafted items from over 80 vendors. Sponsor-ed by the Vestal Teachers Association with proceeds benefiting the Vestal Dollars for Scholars program.
JC Flood Relief Indoor Rummage Sale from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 2332 on 207 Grand Avenue in Johnson City. Large variety of useful & unique items. Bag Sale at 3 p.m. All proceeds will go directly to families who flooded in Johnson City. Sponsored by the Johnson City Partners. *No donations except monetary are currently being accepted due to an overwhelming community response for the previous giveaway.
There will be an All You Can Eat Roast Beef Dinner from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Round Hill Masonic Center on 403 East Main Street in Endicott. Adult Donation: $8, Under 12: $3.50 and Under 3: FREE. Take-Out is available.
Johnson City Cub Scout Pack 100 will be having their 10th Annual Christmas Tree Sale
from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Tony B's Service Center on Main Street in Westover.
A Rummage Sale will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the basement of the Temple Concord on 9 Riverside Drive in Binghamton. Shoppers should use the Oak Street entrance. Buy one sweater ~ get one free.
The Montrose Community Chorale will present ‘Christmas in Montrose’ at 3 p.m. in the auditorium of the Montrose Area High School, Montrose, PA. Special guests this year will be the ‘Southerntiersmen Barbershop Chorus’ of New York State. Brass accompaniment and percussion will be provided by local musicians. David Andre directs the Chorale and Randy Webster serves as accompanist. A freewill offering will benefit local charities.
There will be a rummage/recycle sale at Beth David Synagogue on 39 Riverside Drive in Binghamton from 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. There is clothing for all seasons and sizes; books, toys, games, kitchenware, household items, etc.
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Christmas Bake Sale at Ss. Peter and Paul Orthodox Church on 210 Hill Avenue in Endicott on December 17th from 9 a.m. to Noon. There will be Nut Rolls, Apricot Rolls, Poppy Seed Rolls, Kolachki, Smoked/Fresh Kielbasa and Holiday Bread. Cookies available on day of sale....order early quantities are limited. 785-4710, 687-6429 or 785-0195.
Action for Older Persons, Inc. Announces Computer Class: Gizmos and Gadgets at their offices on 32 West State Street in Binghamton from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Learn about all things tech – from video games, to music players, TVs and cell phones. Learn terminology & tips for finding the right choice for you. There is a fee of $10 for members and $15 for non-members. Seating is limited – call to register 722-1251. Presented by Sarah Carlin, Computer Education Program Coordinator.
The monthly Spencer TEA party meeting will take place at 7 p.m. in the Spencer Town Hall on 79 E Tioga Street in Spencer. Guest speaker is NY Assemblyman Gary D. Finch. The agenda is available at
www.svetea.org.
There will be a rummage/recycle sale at Beth David Synagogue on 39 Riverside Drive in Binghamton from 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. There is clothing for all seasons and sizes; books, toys, games, kitchenware, household items, etc.
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Tioga Opportunities, Inc. ~ Women, Infant & Children's Program (WIC) will be taking applications to receive checks at various locations and times. Please call 607-687-3147 for more information.
There will be a $3 Bag Sale at Beth David Synagogue on 39 Riverside Drive in Binghamton from 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
There will be a Roast Pork Dinner for Elks Christmas Charities from 5 -7 p.m. at the Endicott Elks Lodge #1977 on 619 n. Nanticoke Avenue in Endicott. $8 includes: Roast Pork, Dressing, Potato, Vegetable, Salad & Roll.
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Ice Skating Lesson Program at the Broome Community College Ice Center. Basic Skills for Figure and Recreational skating, ages 4 and up. Two series of lessons available, one taught on Saturday mornings and one taught on Tuesday evenings. Register now for the next six-week series, either Saturdays, 10 - 11 a.m. Jan. 7 – Feb. 11, or Tuesdays, 7 - 8 p.m., Jan. 3 – Feb. 7. More series continuing through March, 2012. For Details See: Website:
www.eteamz.com/BinghamtonFSC or call: (607) 348-6055. Email:
BinghamtonFSC@yahoo.com.
A Pasta Supper Benefit for Teresa Hawley's Children will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Family Enrichment Network at 24 Cherry Street in Johnson City. Dinners are $10 at the door or $8 in advance. Children 13 and under only $5. There will also be gift basket raffles.
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Brooks' Chicken BBQ for Vestal Sertoma from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Vestal Library Parking Lot. Dinner is $10 OR $6 for Half a Chicken.
Johnson City Cub Scout Pack 100 will be having their 10th Annual Christmas Tree Sale
from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Tony B's Service Center on Main Street in Westover.
HUGE Christmas Bake Sale & Christmas Bazaar from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Church of the The Good Shepherd at 356 Conklin Avenue in Binghamton. Let us bake your holiday goodies so you can relax and enjoy Christmas.
Calvary Love Assembly of God on 1315 Reynolds Road in Johnson City has a Free Christmas Production at 6 p.m. Open to Public.
There will be a Roast Beef Dinner with ALL of the Trimmings at the Maine Masonic Lodge on Rt. 26 in Maine from 4:30 to 6 p.m. and will be served Family Style. Minimum donation: Adults: $10, Ages 6 - 12: $5, Under 6: Free and All Take-Outs (adult size only): $10
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The Breakfast Committee of the Kalurah Shriners will be having a Fireside Breakfast with Santa at 625 Dickson Street in Endicott from 8 to 11 a.m.
Johnson City Cub Scout Pack 100 will be having their 10th Annual Christmas Tree Sale
from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Tony B's Service Center on Main Street in Westover.
Calvary Love Assembly of God on 1315 Reynolds Road in Johnson City has a Free Christmas Production at 6 p.m. Open to Public.
Insight Archery’s 2nd Annual Toys for Tots Benefit Shoot. Line Times – 9 a.m., 11:30 a.m. & 2 p.m. Entry Fees – $15 new in package toy or equivalent monetary donation
Call Insight archery at 607-201-1050 with any questions.
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Bingo for Elk's Christmas Charities at the Endicott Elks Lodge #1977 on 619 N. Nanticoke Avenue in Endicott. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. and game starts at 6:45 p.m. There will be food available. All proceeds will go to support the Elk's Christmas Charities Program.
Action for Older Persons, Inc. Announces “Practical Steps to Finding Quality Nursing Home Care,” at their office on 32 West State Street in Binghamton at 10 a.m. Does your loved one need a Nursing Home but you’re unsure of your options? Are you unsure where to look, what to ask, what to consider? If so, this seminar is your starting point. We’ll discuss where you can find information to compare nursing facilities and how you can determine which one is best for your family. Get your questions answered in a way that leaves you less overwhelmed and ready to make the right decisions. Presented by Rebecca Bradley, LTCOP Program Coordinator. Seating is limited. Call 722-1251 register.
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Christmas Bake Sale at Ss. Peter and Paul Orthodox Church on 210 Hill Avenue in Endicott on December 17th from 9 a.m. to Noon. There will be Nut Rolls, Apricot Rolls, Poppy Seed Rolls, Kolachki, Smoked/Fresh Kielbasa and Holiday Bread. Cookies available on day of sale....order early quantities are limited. 785-4710, 687-6429 or 785-0195.
Action for Older Persons, Inc. Announces “Medicare 101” to be held at their offices on 32 West State Street in Binghamton at 10 a.m. New to Medicare? Then this comprehensive seminar is for you. Topics include eligibility, Part A and Part B coverage, Part D drug coverage, EPIC, and an emphasis on the array of preventive benefits that can enhance and preserve your health. Seating is limited. Call 607-722-1251 to register.
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Action for Older Persons, Inc. Announces “Advance Planning” Workshop at 10 a.m. at their offices on 32 West State Street in Binghamton. This free workshop will provide information on Health Care Proxies and Living Wills, and copies of the necessary forms. After a brief presentation, advanced planning volunteers can meet with you to complete and witness your advance directives. Seating is limited. Registration is required – call 722-1251.
Action for Older Persons, Inc. Announces “ Medicare Advantage Plans” at 2 p.m. at their office on 32 West State Street in Binghamton. New to Medicare? You may want to consider enrolling in a Medicare Advantage Plan as an alternative to Original Medicare. Find out the advantages of Medicare Advantage Plans and the differences between HMO, PPO, and PFFS plans. Seating is limited. Call 722-1251 to register.
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Tioga Opportunities, Inc. ~ Women, Infant & Children's Program (WIC) will be taking applications to receive checks at various locations and times. Please call 607-687-3147 for more information.
The Union-Endicott High School Drama Club is proud to present Reginald Rose’s Court-room Drama 12 Angry Men at 7 p.m. Tickets are $7 for adults, $5 for students. For more information call the UE English Department at 757-2806.
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Christmas Bake Sale at Ss. Peter and Paul Orthodox Church on 210 Hill Avenue in Endicott on December 17th from 9 a.m. to Noon. There will be Nut Rolls, Apricot Rolls, Poppy Seed Rolls, Kolachki, Smoked/Fresh Kielbasa and Holiday Bread. Cookies available on day of sale....order early quantities are limited. 785-4710, 687-6429 or 785-0195.
St. Michael's Christmas Holubki & Pirohi Take Out Sale. Pickup from 9 a.m. to Noon at 298 Clinton Street in Binghamton on Dec. 17th. Holubki: $16/dozen & Fresh Frozen Pirohi: $8/dozen.
Christmas Coffee House and Live Nativity from 6 - 9 p.m. at the First Baptist Chruch of Whitney Point (located on Route 11, next to Arby's.) Enjoy refreshments in a comfy coffee house setting. There will be Christmas cookies, coffee, cocoa and tea!
Halupki & Cookie Sale ~ Banana, Cranberry and Carrot/Pineapple Breads: $5 a loaf.
Small Cookie Tray: $10 & Large Cookie Tray: $18, Halupki: $15/doz. Pick up today from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. or tomorrow from 1 to 6 p.m. Call THE POST @ 797-0885 to order
First Ward American Legion Auxiliary on 1 Grace Street (corner of Clinton & Grace) in Binghamton.
The Union-Endicott High School Drama Club is proud to present Reginald Rose’s Courtroom Drama 12 Angry Men at 7 p.m. Tickets are $7 for adults, $5 for students. For more information call the UE English Department at 757-2806.
The Downtown Singers & Orchestra will present Handel’s Messiah at 8 p.m. at the Broome County Forum on 236 Washington Street in Binghamton. Tickets: $10 general, $15 reserved, discounted tickets for people aged 60+ if purchased in advance. Tickets or Info:429-9978 or
Messiah_tickets@stny.rr.com OR
www.downtownsingers.org. This project is made possible with public funds from the New York State Council on the Arts, administer-ed by the Chenango County Council of the Arts. Additional funding provided by the Hoyt Foundation.
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Our Saviour Lutheran Church located at 731 Hooper Road in Endwell announces: Samson’s Coffee House welcomes the Gospel Band Trace of Grace from 7 - 9 p.m. This event is open to the public and is free. Refreshments will be served.
Christmas Ethnic Bake Sale from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at St. Joseph's Church on Hayes Avenue in Endicott. Let us do your Christmas baking ~ there will be Strudel, Buchti (nut & poppy seed rolls,) Kolacki, Zazvorniki (ginger cookies,) along with Breads and other Christmas cookies.
Join us at the Grange Hall in Norwich for a Spaghetti Dinner & Holiday Craft Fair. Support local crafters and buy local. Craft Fair runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Spaghetti Dinner will be served starting at Noon.
The Downtown Singers & Orchestra will present Handel’s Messiah at 8 p.m. at the Broome County Forum on 236 Washington Street in Binghamton. Tickets: $10 general, $15 reserved, discounted tickets for people aged 60+ if purchased in advance. Tickets/Info:
429-9978 or
Messiah_tickets@stny.rr.com OR
www.downtownsingers.org. This project is made possible with public funds from the New York State Council on the Arts, administer-ed by the Chenango County Council of the Arts. Additional funding provided by the Hoyt Foundation.
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The Dunnemans' Christmas Concert will be at 7 p.m. at the Conklin Avenue First Baptist Church on 269 Conklin Avenue in Binghamton.
To all who find Christmas is something to be endured, rather than celebrated, North-minster Presbyterian Church is offering a Blue Christmas Service at 3:30 p.m. We will gather for a simple time of music and prayer. The church is located at the corner of Farm-to-Market and Hooper Roads in Endwell.
Breakfast with Santa at the Maine American Legion on Rt. 26 in Maine at 8:30 a.m. For children 9 years old and under: FREE and for Children 10 and Up: $5. You can have your picture taken with Santa also!
19th
Action for Older Persons, Inc. Announces Computer Class: Wii Gaming 101 from 1 to 3 p.m. at their offices on 32 West State Street in Binghamton. Learn the basics of this video game system and how you can improve your health while having fun. There is a fee of $10 for members and $15 for non-members. Seating is limited – call to register (607) 722-1251. Presented by Sarah Carlin, Computer Education Program Coordinator.
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Contemporary Singles Open Meeting and Dinner at the Endicott Visitors Center at 6 p.m. All singles welcome. Call 748-1860.
Ice Skating Lesson Program at the Broome Community College Ice Center. Basic Skills for Figure and Recreational skating, ages 4 and up. Two series of lessons available, one taught on Saturday mornings and one taught on Tuesday evenings. Register now for the next six-week series, either Saturdays, 10 - 11 a.m. Jan. 7 – Feb. 11, or Tuesdays, 7 - 8 p.m., Jan. 3 – Feb. 7. More series continuing through March, 2012. For Details See: Website:
www.eteamz.com/BinghamtonFSC or call: (607) 348-6055 Email:
BinghamtonFSC@yahoo.com.
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Tioga Opportunities, Inc. ~ Women, Infant & Children's Program (WIC) will be taking applications to receive checks at various locations and times. Please call 607-687-3147 for more information.
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The 27th Annual Northminster Living Nativity will be from 4:30 to 11 p.m. Members of the church will rotate in the roles of Mary, Joseph, the Wisemen and Shepherds. The church is located at the corner of Farm-to-Market and Hooper Roads in Endwell.
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A Traditional Christmas Service from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the First Baptist of Whitney Point Church. Bring the whole family as we sing Christmas Carols and focus on Christ of Christmas.
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Tioga Opportunities, Inc. ~ Women, Infant & Children's Program (WIC) will be taking applications to receive checks at various locations and times. Please call 607-687-3147 for more information.
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Ice Skating Lesson Program at the Broome Community College Ice Center. Basic Skills for Figure and Recreational skating, ages 4 and up. Two series of lessons available, one taught on Saturday mornings and one taught on Tuesday evenings. Register now for the next six-week series, either Saturdays, 10 - 11 a.m. Jan. 7 – Feb. 11, or Tuesdays, 7 - 8 p.m., Jan. 3 – Feb. 7. More series continuing through March, 2012. For Details See: Website:
www.eteamz.com/BinghamtonFSC or call: (607) 348-6055. E-mail:
BinghamtonFSC@yahoo.com.
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31st St. Cyril's Social Club will be hosting their Annual New Year's Eve Party at St. Cyril's Hall on 148 Clinton Street in Binghamton. There will be a Prime Rib Buffet at 8 p.m. Cost is $90 per couple and music is by Jeff Nyschot's Groove. For more information call: Ann at 724-0775 or John at 797-5010.
