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The Humane Society is hosting a Holiday Adopt-a-Thon and Foster-a-thon from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Humane Society, 2 Jackson St. in Binghamton. Animals seeking short-term and long-term homes. 1/2 off adult cats/dogs with an approved application, if submitted that day! Adoptions will be scheduled for pickup during the the following week. Also looking for at least 15 foster homes for any of the 40 dogs from December 22nd-29th in order to give the dogs a Merry Christmas and to ease the load on staff & volunteers. The Humane Society provides all supplies needed during the foster period. Visitors welcome! Also a bake sale & basket raffle! For more information: (607) 724-3709.
Endicott's Holiday Parade is today at 4 p.m. on Washington Ave. followed by the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at 5:30 at Memorial Park. UEHS Choir, tre lighting, Santa Claus and refreshments at the Municipal Building. For more information: (607) 785-4130.
Lights on the Carousel at CFJ Park – 98 CFJ Blvd. in Johnson City tonight and on December 7th, 8th, 14th & 15th from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Enjoy a winter ride on the historic CFJ Carousel decorated for winter! Children can visit with Santa all for free! For more info please call 797-9098 or 797-3031.
Come celebrate the holidays at CHRISTMAS IN MONTROSE! The CHRISTMAS DEPARTMENT STORE at the United Methodist Church will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. today with lunch available. THE COUNTRY STORE at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church will have breakfast and lunch available from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The CHRISTMAS BOOK SALE AND BOUTIQUE at The Inn at Montrose will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jingle Bell Run (5k) starting at courthouse steps at 10 am - admission is the donation of one new toy for Interfaith • Chocolate Santa Decorating at Chocolates by Leopold from 11 am to 12 pm • Free children's movies - 4 Holiday Animated Features from 11:30 to 1 pm at the Montrose Theater • FREE pictures with Santa at courthouse steps from 12 pm to 2 pm • Festival of Christmas Trees from 4-6 pm at Rosemont Inn • Santa Parade beginning at the Montrose United Fire Company 6 pm lineup, 6:30 pm start time • Campfire, cookies, cider, s'mores & hot chocolate with Santa – 7 pm in front of Montrose United Fire Company. Lastly, the ANNUAL CHRISTMAS BAZAAR at Holy Name of Mary Roman Catholic Church on South Main Street will have a continental breakfast and lunch available from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. All venues are located in downtown Montrose!
Nimmonsburg United Methodist Church at 918 Upper Front St. is having a Bazaar & Bake sale today from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The Owego Apalachin Music Boosters is sponsoring a Craft Fair at the Owego Apalachin Middle School today from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Come and admire all the homemade craftmanship of vendors and enjoy the sounds of the season with students performing holiday music. Food for sale! Supports the Owego Apalachin Music Booster.
Arts & Crafts Show & Sale today from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Chenango County Grange Hall, CR-32 & CR-32A in Norwich. Support local entrepreneurs and get some unique Christmas gifts all at once. Various arts & crafts, as well as select used item & "Home Party" vendors will be featured at this sale. For more information: http://chenangogrange.org.
Boy Scout Troop 152 from Kattelville will hold their Annual Christmas Tree Sale along with their monthly Chicken BBQ today 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. Christmas Trees cut fresh the day of the sale. The same great chicken and salads everyone loves will be available!
Self Discovery Wellness Arts Center is having a Member's High Tea and Cello Concert today from 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. at 200 Lake Avenue in Montrose.
The event is free to members and a guest. Non members are invited to the cello concert at 4 p.m. and admission is $15. For more information: wellness@epix.net or www.wellnessarts.com.
The Rafael Grigorian Ballet Theatre presents their annual performances of
The Russian Nutcracker today at 2 p.m. at the Clemens Center in Elmira and tomorrow December 2nd at the Binghamton Forum at 3 p.m. Tickets are $20 for adults. Students & Senior Citizens: $15. Children 12 & Under: $10. Tickets can be purchased in advance. For Elmira: (607) 734-8191 or
www.clemenscenter.com. For Binghamton: (607) 778-1369 or
www.broomearena.com. Tickets may also be purchased at the box office on the day of the show.
The Special Olympics is having a Polar Plunge Fundraiser today at Dorchester Park. For more information:
http://www.kintera.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=1043645The Fellowship Hall of the United Church of Oxford will be transformed into 'Santa’s Secret Shoppe' from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. This one-day-a-year opportunity is a not-to-be-missed special gift shopping time (mostly) for kids, but good for adults too! Santa’s Secret Shoppe will have many volunteer 'Elves' that will show the children buyers around and assist them with their selections and gift wrapping. Prices range from $.25 to $1.50. Also a 'Grown-Ups Room' and Bake Sale! There will be a door prize drawing of a stuffed animal for a girl and a boy; and a gift basket for adults! For more information: (607) 843-5195.
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Ice Skating Lesson Program at the Broome Community College Ice Center.
Basic Skills for Figure and Recreational skating taught on Saturday mornings 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. The second six-week series, Nov. 17 – Dec. 22, is currently running. More series continuing January through March, 2013, on Saturday mornings and Tuesday evenings 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
www.eteamz.com/BinghamtonFSC or (607) 348-6055 BinghamtonFSC@yahoo.com
The BX Winter Dinner Banquet is tonight at Terra Cotta www.binghamtoncaterer.com at 6:30 p.m. Cocktails and a 7:30 p.m. dinner. Semi-Formal attire required. $60 per person $30 age 18 & under. Proceeds to benefit the Mason P. McKan Foundation. Honorary speaker: King Rice, Head Men's Basketball Coach at Monmouth University. Please join us for this terrific dinner with friends and support a great cause.
SAMMIFEST a fundraiser for 'Sammi' Garrett is today from noon to 5 p.m. at the Vestal Elks Lodge at 2071 Vestal Parkway. Pasta dinner with meatballs! Music, raffels, Bake sale, Christmas presents wrapped for a donation. Tickets, adults: $8. Kids 6-12: $5 Under 5: FREE! Tickets will be sold at Vestal Dollar Store or through
sammifest2012@gmail.com If unable to attend, donations can be made to 'Benefit for Analida Garret' M&T Bank.
The Montrose Community Chorale will present their 8th annual ‘Christmas in Montrose’ concert at 3 p.m. in the auditorium of the Montrose Area High School, School Road, in Montrose, PA. A varied concert, including instruments, is planned to put everyone in the holiday spirit. Special guests this year will be the ‘Note-a-Bell’ hand bell choir from Hallstead, PA. A freewill offering will benefit local charities.
The Wyalusing Lioness Annual Christmas Bazaar is today from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Wyalusing high school. Over 40 vendors! Santa & Mrs. Clause will be available from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. The Wyalusing Adult band will perform from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sloppy joes, homemade soup & baked goods! Proceeds support local and non-profit charities.
Round Hill Masonic Center at 403 East Main St. in Endicott is having All You Can Eat Roast Pork today from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Adults: $8.50. Under 12: $3.50. Under 3: FREE! Take out available.
The Vestal American Legion, Post 89 at Legion St. South Jensen Rd. is having a Chicken & Biscuit Dinner from noon to 2 p.m. Adults: $6. Under 12: $4. Under 5: FREE! Take out available.
The Goodwill Theatre will present:
Jazz for the Holiday today at
2 p.m. featuring Bill Carter and the Presbybop Quartet, Al Hamme and vocalist Warren Cooper. The Goodwill Theatre’s 2012-2013 Triple Cities Jazz Concert Series is sponsored by Sentry Alarms and Robert J. Hanafin Insurance. Tickets are $25 for adults, $22 for seniors and students. You can purchase tickets online atwww.goodwilltheatre.net or by calling the Box Office at (607) 772-2404, ext. 301.
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Action for Older Persons, Inc. Announces Computer Class: Digital Photo Basics. Monday & Wednesday's today December 3rd & 5, and on the 10th & 12th from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at their offices: 32 West State St. in Binghamton. Learn about digital cameras and memory cards, transferring pictures to your computer, scanning old photos, editing and sharing photos with your loved ones. There is a fee of $30 for members and $40 for non-members. Seating is limited – call to register (607) 722-1251.
Tioga Opportunities Inc. Women Infant and Children's Program (WIC) will be taking applications to receive checks for WIC foods at 110 Central Ave. in Owego today from 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Office phone number: 687-3147.
SANTA PHONE CALL 625-HOHO: Although he is very busy this time of year the Apalachin Lions Club has persuaded Santa Clause to take phone calls for three nights in early December. Santa has been happy to do this for the children in the area for many years and is looking forward to again talking to his many young friends so he will know what they want for Christmas. To talk to Santa call: (625)HOHO (625-4646) between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. tonight, tomorrow and on the 5th.
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Action for Older Persons, Inc. Announces Computer Class:
Introduction to Computers.Tuesdays & Thursdays: today and on the 6th and the 11th & 13th from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at their offices: 32 West State St. in Binghamton. Learn how to use the computer, Internet, Email & Word Processing in this course designed especially for beginners. There is a fee of $20 for members and $30 for non-members. Seating is limited – call to register (607) 722-1251.
The Oxford Memorial Library Community Room will be the setting for the Oxford Historical Society’s (OHS) holiday meeting and nostalgic sing-a-long program called, "Seasonal Songfest and Christmas Memories." Tonight at 7 p.m. The Oxford Memorial Library is located at 8 Fort Hill Park in Oxford. Tel: (607) 843-6146.
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Tioga Opportunities Inc. Women Infant and Children's Program (WIC) will be taking applications to receive checks for WIC foods at the Congregational Church on Main St. in Newark Valley from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Office phone number: 687-3147.
Tioga Opportunities Inc. Women Infant and Children's Program (WIC) will be taking applications to receive checks for WIC foods at the Richford Hubbard Center today from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Office phone number: 687-3147.
There is a Bully Prevention Training for Substitute Teachers workshop today from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Teacher Center of Broome County, 601 Gates Road in Vestal. FREE!
Action for Older Persons, Inc. Announces Computer Class:
Gizmos and Gadgetstoday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. At their offices: 32 West State St. in Binghamton.
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 (607) 722-1251.
A Room To Heal will be holding it's annual Holiday Luncheon Fundraiser at the Holiday Inn Arena today from noon to 2 p.m. Opportunities to interview board members, volunteers, and room recipients will be available.
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There will be a Valley Dance tonight from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the VFW Post, at 932 W. Lockhart St. in Sayre, PA. Music, food and prizes! For information: (570) 888-0145.
The Central New York Playhouse presents
The Man Who Came to Dinner. 10 performances beginning today through December 22nd. Friday and Saturdays: 6:30 p.m. Dinner. 8 p.m. Show. Sunday Matinees: Dec 9th & 16th 2 p.m. Show (no dinner). Thursday, December 13th & 20th 8 p.m. Show (no dinner). $34.95 Dinner and show. $20 Show Only. $15 Show only on Thursday and Sundays. To reserve: (315) 885-8960.
The Goodwill Theatre is bringing back the Upright Citizens Brigade Touring Company tonight at 7 p.m. for their final 2012 performance. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for seniors and students. You can purchase tickets on the website: www.goodwilltheatre.net or by calling the Box Office at (607) 772-2404, ext. 301.
Come in to Edge Boutique located at 345 Harry L. Drive in Johnson City (next to the small mall) to find handcrafted & exquisite gift items that are handmade by local area residents. Handcrafted soaps, body butters and sugar scrubs with benefits to heal and moisturize the skin! Also gag rags; T-shirts with themes from around the Southern Tier, personalized children books, Jewelry, holiday table linen and lots more!
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Take a break from your Christmas shopping and grab some Brooks BBQ today from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Vestal Public Library parking lot. Single chicken, single ribs or complete dinners are available. Pre-sale tickets available by calling (607) 648-5020. All proceeds to benefit the Vestal Sertoma Club.
There will be a 'Christmas Extravaganza' a vendor/craft fair today from noon to 4 p.m. at the Owego Treadway Inn.
The Maine Masonic Lodge on Rt. 26 in Maine, NY is having a Roast Beef Dinner tonight from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. served family style. Adult donations: $10. Ages 6-12: $5. Under 6: FREE! All take-out adult size only: $10.
The 9th Annual Choruses for CHOW Benefit Concert is today at 2 p.m. at Sarah Jane Johnson Memorial United Methodist Church at 380 Main Street in Johnson City. Featuring: Binghamton Downtown Singers, Montrose Christmas Chorale, Bronzissimo Bell Choir, Carousel Harmony Chorus of Sweet Adelines, Endwell Community Chorus, and the Southerntiersmen Barbershop Chorus. Tickets: $8 Advance Sale or $10 at the door. For Tickets Call 724-9130. All proceeds go directly to CHOW of Broome County.
Cub Scout Pack 100 is having their 11th Annual Christmas Tree Sale
on 2 weekends. Today from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and tomorrow from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. And also on December 15th, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and December 16th, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at CFJ Park, CFJ Blvd. in Johnson City.
The Greater Binghamton community is invited to celebrate the 1st night of Hanukkah at the Broome County Veterans Memorial Arena. Beginning at 6 p.m. the arena will be open and the concourse will feature Hanukkah booths, games and crafts, all hosted by the Jewish community in Binghamton. All are invited to attend! Dreidels and chocolate gelt (coins), traditional symbols of the holiday, will be distributed throughout the evening. Tickets for the game can be purchased at a special rate of $16 per person if bought either on-line prior to Dec. 7 at https://www.formstack.com/forms/?1311361-RXJler7gak or by contacting the B-Sens office at 722-7367 and specifying 'Hanukkah Night'. Also at the concourse will be a special Toy Drive & Campaign, an annual campaign to provide toys to children suffering from cancer. The 'Light up a Life' campaign is being coordinated by Chabad Center. Toys will be distributed through an organization called Chai Life Line to children in New York City hospitals. Donations can also be made toward the campaign at http://Jewishbu.com/toydrive.
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Johnson City School's Varsity Club will conduct a 'Roll for Relief' bowling fundraiser from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. today at Laurel Bowl in Binghamton. All proceeds will benefit an "adopted" school that was affected by Super Storm Sandy. Gift cards, gift baskets and door prizes donated by local businesses will be available. Adult admission is $10 and children 8 and under can play for $5. Admission includes two games and bowling shoes rental. Laurel Bowl is located at 137 Laurel Ave in Binghamton.
Kopernik Society Wigilia Dinner will be held tonight at 4 p.m. Adults: $26. Children 6-12 years: $12.50. Children 5 and under: FREE! Deadline December 2.d. For more information (607) 797-7917 or (607) 797-2935.
Shriner's Breakfast Committee is having a Breakfast Buffet with Santa today from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Kalurah at 625 Dickson St. in Endicott. Children 7 and under FREE!
The Vestal Fire Department, Station #2 will be having a breakfast buffet with Santa, today from 7:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Goodwill Donation. All proceeds to benefit hurricane Sandy victims.
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Tioga Opportunities Inc. Women Infant and Children's Program (WIC) will be taking applications to receive checks for WIC foods at First presbyterian Church at 459 Park St. in Waverly today from 1 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Office phone number: 687-3147.
Tioga Opportunities Inc. Women Infant and Children's Program (WIC) will be taking applications to receive checks for WIC foods at 110 Central Ave. in Owego today from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Office phone number: 687-3147
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Action for Older Persons, Inc. Announces Computer Class: Games for the Brain today from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at their offices: 32 West State St. in Binghamton. Learn why games are played for more than just fun and how you can improve your reflexes, exercise your mind and enjoy your computer all at once. There is a fee of $10 for members and $15 for non-members. Seating is limited – call to register (607) 722-1251.
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Action for Older Persons, Inc. Announces Computer Class:
Intermediate Windows Tuesdays & Thursdays, beginning today and on the 13th, 18th & 20th from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at their offices: 32 West State St. in Binghamton. Learn to use Windows, manipulate your computer’s appearance, and manage your files. There is a fee of $25 for members and $35 for non-members. Seating is limited – call to register (607) 722-1251.
Join Dr. Doug Sullivan of BC Family Chiropractic at 11 a.m and 5:30 p.m. for an open discussion of chiropractic's unique approach to spectacular health and wellness. Learn about the natural ways to keep you and your family healthy and strong this winter season. Find out ways to "boost" your immune system and avoid the most common immune system "crashers". This FREE event will be held at the office of BC Family Chiropractic, 365 Harry L Dr., Johnson City (Small Mall). Please call 607-754-5900 to reserve a space as seating is limited. www.facebook.com/bcfamilychiropractic or visit www.bcfamilychiropractic.com.
Kerr Financial Group will be offering another investment seminar that is
open to the public. The seminar will be located at 168 Water Street, 5th Floor, in Binghamton (across the street from Boscov’s) starting at 6 p.m. Classes are also available offsite for your place of business. Please contact to make arrangements.
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Action for Older Persons, Inc. Announces:
Medicare 101 at 10 a.m. at their offices: 32 West State St. in Binghamton. Topics include eligibility, Part A and Part B coverage, Part D drug coverage, EPIC, and preventive benefits that can enhance and preserve your health. Seating is limited. Call 607-722-1251 to register.
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This year’s Community Hanukkah Celebration, open to the entire community, will be held tonight from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the JCC at 500 Clubhouse Road in Vestal. Cost is $8 for adults, $6 for seniors & children (with a family max of $28) Reservations are appreciated by calling 607-724-2417. The festivities will begin outdoors at 5:30 p.m. with candle lighting, and teens participating in a torch walk to light the outdoor community menorah. Guests will then proceed indoors to enjoy performances by local children & teens and dinner, which will include traditional Hanukkah foods (including homemade latkes). The evening will also include games, crafts, dreidels & gelt.
The Goodwill Theatre will present
Irish Christmas in America tonight at 7 p.m. at the Sarah Jane Johnson Memorial United Methodist Church, 308 Main Street, Johnson City. The Goodwill Theatre’s 2012-2013 Music Hall Concert Series is sponsored by White Knight Productions. Tickets are $25 for adults and $22 for seniors and students and $8 for children. You can purchase tickets online at: www.goodwilltheatre.net or by calling the Box Office at (607) 772-2404, ext. 301.
GHS Federal Credit Union is hosting a free in-house seminar on Credit Repair today from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at its Main Office located at 910 Upper Front Street in Binghamton (across from BCC). It will cover the following: What makes up your credit score How to enhance your credit rating. Who looks at your credit score Why it's important. There will be snacks, refreshments and giveaways offered at this event. This event is free and open to the public. Limited space is available. Please call 607-723-7962 x2810 to register.
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Action for Older Persons, Inc. Announces: Medicare Advantage Plans
at 2 p.m. at their offices: 32 West State St. in Binghamton. You will learn about the differences between MAPs and Original Medicare; and get a complete picture of the various types of MAPs (HMO, PPO, and PFFS plans).
Seating is limited. Call 607-722-1251 to register.
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The St. James Youth Ministry will be hosting their annual Pasta Dinner and Basket Raffle tonight from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in Owens Hall of St. James Church located at 147 Main St. in Johnson City. Take-out dinners will be available as well as dine-in. There will be a basket raffle donated by area businesses. Dinner tickets are $7/person or $25/family. All money raised will support our youth ministry program and youth service trips this summer.
Cornerstone Church in Cortland is having a Community Christmas Concert & Party tonight at 6:30 p.m. Caroling, games, Christmas trivia contest, and refreshments! Special Christmas music with The Gibsons of New York. All are welcome to this free event! Cornerstone Church is located at 236 South Main Street in Cortland. For information: 607-756-8396 or visit
WWW.CCOCNY.org.
Samson’s Coffee House is tonight from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Our Saviour Lutheran Church, 731 Hooper Road in Endwell. Cross Fire and Trace of Grace will be performing for their Christmas Celebration. As always the coffee house is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. Bring a friend!
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The Maine American Legion on Rt. 26 in Maine is having 'Breakfast with Santa' today at 8 a.m. Adults: $6. Children 7-12: $3 Children 6 and under: FREE! Also have your picture taken with Santa!
Insight Archery is having their 3rd Annual Toys for Tots Benefit Shoot today. Line times are 9 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tournament will be a Vegas 450 Round. Classes: Open - no restrictions. Bowhunter & Traditional. Kids - 12 and under shooting 10 yds. Entry fees: Adults $15 new in package toy or equivalent monetary donation. Kids: $10 new in package toy or equivalent monetary donation. All donations will go to Binghamton Police Department for distribution.
Breakfast with Santa at St. Joseph's Church is today from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Crafts, raffles and bake sale!
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Maine-Endwell Science Olympiad is having a fundraiser all day today at Rossi's Pizza, 332 Oak Hill Avenue in Endicott. Round, half sheet, large sheet! any pizza you want! Proceeds benefit M-E Science Olympiad teams.
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Tioga Opportunities Inc. Women Infant and Children's Program (WIC) will be taking applications to receive checks for WIC foods at the Methodist Church in Apalachin 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Office phone number: 687-3147.
Action for Older Persons, Inc. Announces:
Advance Planning Workshop today at 10 a.m. at their offices: 32 West State St. in Binghamton. You will learn how to select and assign a Health Care Proxy, complete a living Will; and broach the subject of End of Life decisions with your family. All participants will receive the necessary forms for free. Seating is limited. Call 607-722-1251 to register.
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Action for Older Persons, Inc. Announces:
My Little Book: A Health Diary Workshop today at 11 a.m. at their offices: 32 West State St. in Binghamton. All participants will receive a free copy of
My Little Book: A Health Diary and step-by-step instructions on how to complete each section. $10.00 per person. Space and Materials are limited. Call 607-722-1251 to register.
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Tioga Opportunities Inc. Women Infant and Children's Program (WIC) will be taking applications to receive checks for WIC foods at 110 Central Ave. in Owego today from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Office phone number: 687-3147.
Action for Older Persons, Inc. Announces Computer Class: Video Chat with Skype
today from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at their offices 32 West State St. in Binghamton.
Learn about web cams and how to install and operate the Skype chat program so you can stay connected with family and friends. There is a fee of $10 for members and $15 for non-members. Seating is limited – call to register (607) 722-1251.
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Tioga Opportunities Inc. Women Infant and Children's Program (WIC) will be taking applications to receive checks for WIC foods at 110 Central Ave. in Owego today from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Office phone number: 687-3147.
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Free Family Movie Night! hosted by First Baptist Church of Endicott at 1406 Monroe St. tonight at 5:30 p.m. Feature film:
Christmas with a Capital C. Free and open to the public. Handicap accessible. Contact the church office for more information: 785-6052.
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Northminster Presbyterian Church is offering a Blue Christmas Service today at 3:30 p.m. Gather for a simple time of music and prayer, to acknowledge pain and to be reassured that we are not alone in our feelings and to experience the message of God's unconditional love.
Holy Nativity Lutheran Church at 312-314 East Main St. in Endicott will hold a worship service with special Christmas music and Holy Communion at 10 a.m. today. There will also be a worship service at 7 p.m. and one on Christmas Day at 10 a.m. All are welcome!
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Northminster Presbyterian Church is celebrating its 28th annual Living Nativity tonight from 4:30 p.m. to 10 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 Famr-to-Market and Hooper Roads in Endwell.
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The 12th annual FREE Community Christmas dinner will be served today at 12 noon at the Montrose Square Community Room, sponsored by Endless Mountains Health Systems physicians, employees, volunteers of EMHS and the community. Everyone is invited – no reservations are necessary. Please join us for a wonderful meal followed by singing of carols.
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Tioga Opportunities Inc. Women Infant and Children's Program (WIC) will be taking applications to receive checks for WIC foods at the First Presbyterian Church at 459 Park St. in Waverly today from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Office phone number: 687-3147.
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The Central New York Playhouse is pleased to announce the first show just for kids! Doug "The Bubbleman" Rougeux is bringing his unique bubbleshow to the CNYP stage today at 2 p.m. Tickets are $5 and family four packs for just $18.
31st Tioga Opportunities Inc. Women Infant and Children's Program (WIC) will be taking applications to receive checks for WIC foods at 110 Central Ave. in Owego today from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Office phone number: 687-3147.
St. Cyril's Social Club is hosting their annual New Year's Eve Party tonight at 8 p.m. at St. Cyril's Recreational Center at 148 Clinton St. Prime Rib buffet and music by John Nyschot's Groove. $90 per couple. For more information: (607) 724-0775 or (607) 797-5010.
Celebrate New Year’s Eve like never before! First Night in Windsor from 5 p.m. to midnight! Alcohol-free Family Event. Free Admission & Guidebook! Free shuttle from / to AF Palmer school parking lot. New Year’s Eve Puppet Parade at 7 p.m.
Visits from The Grinch and Father Time! Petting Zoo “Bricks for Kids” Ross Park Zoo-mobile Kid’s Carnival. Hula Hoop Contest! Live music, crafts, games, prizes,
hot foods, drinks and desserts available throughout the village! Whip Works Art Center Exhibit & Young Artists Show! Midnight Bonfire, Countdown and many other surprises! For more info call 607.235.0701, debbiementa@hotmail.com or visit www.windsorpartnership.org
