THURSDAY-MONDAY, JANUARY 11-15, 2007

• US LACROSSE: US Lacrosse National Convention at the Pennsylvania Convention Center Authority, 1101 Arch Street, Philadelphia. Call 215-418-4700 or 800-428-9000.

THURSDAY-WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 11-FEBRUARY 28, 2007

• SWIMMING: The purpose of the Wissahickon Community Aquatic Club (WCAC) program is to develop good swimming skills, teach good sportsmanship, and provide a healthy means of self-expression for those participating. Call 215-646-0126.


• BLUE CROSS RIVERRINK ICE SKATING: Columbus Blvd at Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia. Ten years of wintry fun on the Penn's Landing waterfront, outdoor ice skating in the center of the city. all season long there will be 10th Anniversary festivities with special events and special guest. Call 215-922-2FUN.

THURSDAY-THURSDAY, JANUARY 11-MARCH 2, 2007

• SKIING: Alpine Mountain Ski & Ride Center, Route 447 North, P.O. Box 309, Analomink, PA. Call 570-595-2150.


• SKIING: Bear Creek Mountain Resort, 101 Doe Mountain Lane, Macungie, PA. Call 610-682-7100; Toll Free: 1-866-SKI-AT-BC.


• SKIING: Blue Mountain, 1660 Blue Mountain Dr. Palmerton, PA. Call 610-826-7700.


• SKIING: Camelback Ski Area, Exit 299 I-80, P.O. Box 168, Tannersville, PA. Call 570-629-1661.


• SKIING: Elk Mountain Ski Resort, Inc., RR2, Box 3328, Union Dale, PA. Call 570-679-4400.


• SKIING: Jack Frost and Big Boulder Ski Areas, PO Box 1539 • Blakeslee, PA. Call 570-443-8425.


• SKIING: Shawnee Mountain Ski Area, P.O. Box 339, Hollow Road, Shawnee On Delaware, PA Call 570-421-7231.


• SKIING: Spring Mountain, 757 Spring Mount Road, Spring Mount, PA. Call 610-287-7900; Toll Free 1-888-305-5044.


• SKIING: Tanglwood Ski Area, P.O. Box 165, Tafton, PA. Call 570-226-SNOW; Toll Free 1-888-226-SNOW.

THURSDAY-SATURDAY, JANUARY 11-MARCH 10, 2007

• RTSC 2007 WINTER INDOOR PROGRAM: The Rose Tree Soccer Club Intramural Program offers an opportunity for boys and girls to play soccer at a competitive level in the Media area each Weekend in the Winter at the Elwyn Zeir Center, 111 Elwyn Road, Media, PA. Call 610-565-4078.

THURSDAY-THURSDAY, JANUARY 4-MARCH 15, 2007

• GIRL’S LACROSSE REGISTRATION: 235 East State Street, Doylestown, PA. Call 215-340-0634.

THURSDAY-SATURDAY, JANUARY 11-MARCH 31, 2007

• MNSA 2007 INDOOR SOCCER LEAGUE: Indoor soccer competition for boys and girls ages 5 through 15. The game is played on a hard surfaced rink for a fast paced game at the Marple Sports Arena, 611 South Park Way, Broomall, PA. Call 610-355-0666.


• BOARDS AND BLADES SKATEPARK: 814 Conchester Road, Boothwyn, PA. This indoor park has mini ramp and street course, plus pro shop. Pads, membership, and fee required. Call 610-497-5110.

FRIDAY, JAN. 12, 2007

• Noon WOMEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: Saint Joseph’s plays La Salle at the Alumni Memorial Fieldhouse, Philadelphia. Call 610-660-1712.


• 7:00 p.m. WOMEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: Pennsylvania plays Cornell at the Palestra, Philadelphia. Call 215-898-6151.


• 7:00 p.m. FRIDAY NITE FITNESS HIKE: 8-10 miles, fast pace. The ongoing, every Friday night, all year round, Friday night fitness hike, where we try to work up a sweat exploring the sand roads and trails of Brendan Byrne S.F. Be prepared to walk at an average of 4 MPH, 15 minutes per mile pace with few breaks. Bring water and wear well broken-in boots, shoes, or sneakers (sneakers are adequate in dry conditions). Socks are also important footgear, synthetics and wool being better at preventing blisters (avoid cotton socks). The first Friday of each month there is a dessert/dinner stop after the hike at a local restaurant. Meet at Brendan Byrne S.F. Campground. Contact Leaders: Alison & Mike Baker at 609-758-4768, 609-577-9004.

SATURDAY, JAN. 13, 2007

• 8:00 a.m. WANDERER’S FUN RUN: At Valley Green. Pace and distance varies. The Saturday Morn'n Fun Run. Call 215-849-9080.


• 9:00 a.m. IRONTON RAIL TRAIL & WHITEHALL PARKWAY HIKE: Hike Distance: 5-7 miles. We'll stretch our legs in the midst of winter's cold on the 5-mile Ironton Rail Trail. After that we can wander through the cement industry site of the Whitehall Parkway for awhile. Bring lunch and water; wear sturdy shoes. Rain or blizzard cancel. Meet at the Chestnut Street parking lot, Whitehall. Contact Leader: Janet Goloub at 610-767-1287.


• 9:00 a.m. SATURDAY MORNING BIKE RIDE FROM ACTS: 16-18 mph, 40-60+ miles. Start at ACTS, 375 Morris Road, next to Richfood, Lansdale, PA. This ride nearly always goes into northern Montgomery County. Average speed can be lower if hilly. Distance depends upon mood of group. Group generally rides double-wide paceline. Ride leaders vary. No calls morning of or after 9 p.m. please. Contact Dennis Mayse at 215-234-0170.


• 9:00 a.m. BUCKETS BY THE BEACH BASKETBALL SKILLS CLINIC: Beginner basketball clinic for boys and girls in grades K-3 at the North Wildwood Recreation Center, 4501 Boardwalk, Wildwood. NJ. Call 609-522-2955.


• 9:30 a.m. DOUG’S BIKE RIDE: 30+/- miles, Class:C+/B-. Start from the Betswood Bridge parking lot of Valley Forge State Park. Distance and speed will vary depending upon who shows up and the weather conditions. Contact Doug Bower at 610-952-0562.


• 9:30 a.m. ROSE TREE SHOW N GO BIKE RIDE: 30-50+/- miles, Class: B-. Let’s try the classic “show-n-go” ride format. If I can’t lead the ride I’ll try to find a willing guinea pig, I mean club member, who will. Start/finish at Rose Tree Park in Media, PA. We’ll head to Northbrook Orchards, Valley Forge, or just cruise around the neighborhood. Severe cold or precipitation cancels the ride. Contact Dom Zuppo at 610-544-8630.


• 10:00 a.m. STONY BROOK – MILLSTONE WATERSHED NATURE PRESERVE HIKE: 7 miles, brisk pace. See Wargo Pond, Stony Brook and visit the Nature Center after this loop hike. Hiking boots may be needed. May be water on some trails. Bring lunch for eating on the trail. Take Route 95 to exit 4 (Route 31). Take Route 31 North to a fork (known as the Pennington Circle). Go to your left at the fork and stay on Route 31 for approx. 2.5 miles. Titus Mill Road will be on you right. Look for the sign “Watershed Reserve”. Turn right onto Titus Mill Road and go approx. 1.4 miles to the Watershed entrance on the left. The parking lot is a the end of the driveway across from the Nature Center. Contact Leaders: Barb & Ray Wittkop at 856-662-4012 and Paul Foged at 732-988-5273.


• 10:00 a.m. PENNYPACK ECOLOGICAL RESTORATION TRUST HIKE: Depart from the intersection of Davisville & York Roads (R2 - Willow Grove Train Station, near the #55 and #22 bus stops) or the Trust Center Office (2955 Edgehill Road, Huntingdon Valley, PA) at 10:15 a.m. Hike the trust grounds and along the Pennypack Creek in Bryn Athyn for a crisp winter walk in the upper Pennypack area. 8 miles. Contact Leader: Mike Hughes at 215-657-1058.


• 10:00 a.m. JANUARY BIKE RIDE: 13-14 mph, ~30 miles. Start at North Penn High School, 1340 Valley Forge Road, Lansdale, PA. Come join me on a winter ride. Let’s check out some roads we haven’t been on in awhile. Al’s Winter Rules enforced. Rain, sleet, snow, icy roads (or imminent threat thereof) and temps below 28 degrees at the start cancels. Distance may be modified due to weather conditions. Bring $$, will probably be an indoor rest stop. Contact Monica Coleman at 610-547-1430.


• 10:00 a.m. CHESTER VALLEY TRAIL BIKE RIDE: 20 miles, Class C. Bring your fat tired bike to the Exton Walmart. We will ride along the only section of the Chester Valley Trail that is open, then find some macadam. Ride starts at the park in the north east corner of the parking lot. Call Maliya at 610-363-3538. Temperatures below 30 degrees cancels the ride.


• 1:00 p.m. SPECIAL OLYMPICS POLAR BEAR PLUNGE: Wildwoods Convention Center, 4501 Boardwalk, Wildwood, NJ. Participants are challenged to dive into the icy waters of the Atlantic Ocean in January-brrrr! Call 609-896-8000.


• 6:00 p.m. EAT AT SLIGO AND DANCE: Meet at Sligo on State Street in Media for a get together dinner followed by some dancing. For those interested, after dinner we can car pool into Brasil's night club in Philly for a Salsa lesson at 9PM and lots of fun after the lesson. Contact me for dinner reservations. Contact Antonio Rocha at 484-802-8374.


• 7:00 p.m. WOMEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: Pennsylvania plays Columbia at the Palestra, Philadelphia. Call 215-898-6151.


• ABS 8 YOUTH AND ADULT REGIONAL, PHILADELPHIA RG: Oaks, PA: PRG has helped thousands of new and expert level climbers attain their fitness goals, learn new skills and experience the best that this incredible sport has to offer. Now with our two, state of the art, climate controlled facilities the PRG and our expert staff are ready to take you climbing! Rock climbing offers a unique alternative to more traditional forms of exercise. It's an exciting and adventurous total body workout that combines grace, precision and skill. Climbing develops a unique combination of balance, strength and flexibility providing a complete experience for the body as well as the mind. Call 610-666-7673.


• CHEERLEADING COMPETITION: Pennsylvania State “Dress Rehearsal”, Pennsylvania Convention Center, 1101 Arch Street, Philadelphia. Call 888-737-2221.

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, JAN. 13 & 14, 2007

• MLK JR. CLASSIC: Martin Luther King Classic for Boys and Girls Divisions: 9u-17u at the H. Fletcher Brown Boys And Girls Club, 1601 North Spruce Street, Wilmington, DE. Contact Mark P. Sills at 302-328-2770.

SUNDAY, JAN. 14, 2007

• 9:00 a.m. 31st PSCI ICICLE TEN MILER: Central Branch YMCA, 11th & Washington Streets, Wilmington, DE. Call 302-654-6400.


• 9:00 a.m. KOUNTRY KITCHEN BIKE RIDE: 50+ miles, Class: C+. Meet at the Kingsway High School, routes 551 and 322 for that familiar ride to morning breakfast. Contact Bob Martin at 610-352-2114.


• 9:00 a.m. BIKE RIDE TO THE RIVER: 14-15 mph, 45 miles. Start at Northampton Township Park, located at the corner of Bristol and Hatboro Roads, Warminster, PA. Work our way down to the river for a bagel stop. We can call ahead to reserve some "power bagels". "Five Mile Rule" in effect. Call if you have a question about the weather. Contact Allen Herman at 215-750-1011.


• 9:00 a.m. BARKSDALE TRAINING BIKE RIDE: Depart from Handloff Park (formerly Barksdale Park) for 47 rolling to hilly miles at 16-17 mph, steady endurance pace, NOT a race pace. The average speed (16-17 mph) is the overall average parking lot to parking lot. It is NOT the rolling speed, so there may be times when our rolling speed is greater (or less) depending on the terrain, etc. Ride format is double pace line, steady tempo. There are no stops. Helmets are required. NO EARPLUGS - LEAVE YOUR MUSIC AT HOME. YELLOW LINE RULE!! Please bring signed waiver with you (see www.whiteclaybicycleclub.org under Ride Leader Information). Contact Ride Leaders Lorie Struzik at 302-354-3811 before 7:30 a.m. or Nancy Waddell at 302-545-4146 before 6:30 a.m.


• 9:15 a.m. SAUNDERS WOODS AND IDLEWILD FARM HIKE: Depart from Germantown and Rex Avenues, Philadelphia or from the trailhead at 10:00 a.m. From the intersection of Routes 76, 476 and 23, go east on Route 23 (Conshohocken State Road) for about 3 miles. Turn left at Youngsford Road (traffic light), bear left and follow road for 1.6 miles to Richie Ashburn field parking lot on right. A beautiful 6.5 mile winter hike through woods, crossing creeks with some parts on or between private properties. Bring lunch and water. Contact Leaders: Evamarie Malsch at 610-667-7196, Cell: 610-212-7186 and Bob Miller at 215-886-6833.


• 9:30 a.m. EARLYBIRD KENNETT MIDDLE SCHOOL/HOOPES RESERVOIR BIKE RIDE: About 35 miles at about 13-14 mph along the branches of the Red Clay Creek and the surrounding hills. In deference to the season, we will start at 9:30 am, getting back around 12:30 pm. There are some fairly serious hills along the way, but also some gently rolling parts along the creeks. Contact Ride Leader: Daniel Dole at home: 610-274-8080, cell: 610-761-8502.


• 9:30 a.m. EASY BIKE RIDER: 12-13 mph, 25-30 miles. Start at the Lambertville CVS, 299 North Main Street, Lambertville, NJ. An "advanced beginner" ride: scenic roads, no serious climbs, no hammering, no one dropped, indoor food stop; ride cancelled if the weather is poor, road conditions are risky, or temperature is below 15 degrees at 8:30. Mileage will be adjusted to fit weather conditions. Contact Roy Zipris at 215-674-5258.


• 10:00 a.m. WISSAHICKON PARK HIKE: 8-10 miles, moderate/brisk pace. Leader’s Choice (we will likely hike the Orange Trail from Walnut to Bells Mill Road. Lunch at the picnic area overlooking the creek and return on the Yellow Trail). Bring lunch, sturdy shoes and a walking stick. Meet at Henry Ave & Walnut Lane parking area. Contact Leader: Joel Penn at 856-354-6293 H, 856-627-2100 W, 609-313-2376 C.


• 10:00 a.m. THE NEW AGE BIKE RIDE: 40+/- miles, Class: B-. Start at the R5 Wayne Train Station and head to Ambler for coffee and return. Contact Brian Wade at 610-254-9485.


• 10:00 a.m. WINTER WESTTOWN BIKE RIDE: 40-60 miles, Class: B/B-. Start at the Moylan-Rose Valley Train Station at Manchester and Woodward Rds. in Moylan. Ride through the beautiful wooded hills and valleys of western Delaware County, Chester County, and possibly Delaware. Food and rest stop at midpoint. Contact Ira Josephs at 610-565-4058.


• 10:00 a.m. THE NEW AGE BIKE RIDE: 40ish miles, Class B. Start at the R5 Wayne Train Station and head to Ambler for coffee and return. Contact Brian Wade at 610-254-9485.


• 10:30 a.m. STAIR CLIMBING: Stair climb session starting at the movie theater parking lot, Main Street in Manayunk. Call 215-849-9080.


• 11:00 a.m. SUNDAY AFTERNOON BIKE RIDE FROM NORTH PENN HIGH SCHOOL: 14-16 mph, 35 - 50+ miles. Start at the North Penn High School, 1340 Valley Forge Road, Lansdale, PA. Ride Sunday afternoon when the sun is higher and the temperatures are warmer. This ride will go to various locations in Montgomery and Bucks Counties. Average speed can be lower if hilly. Distance depends upon mood of group. Rain, snow, heavy winds or temps below 20 degrees cancels. If unsure, call the morning of or after 9:00 a.m. Contact Jay Sitkin at 215-362-8591.


• 12:45 p.m. AARON’S SUNDAY AFTERNOON TRAINING BIKE RIDE: Leaving from the Paper Mill Park, this will be a variable route training ride that will average 14-16 mph over typically rolling to flat terrain. Some hills every now and then. Look for 30-45 miles depending on weather conditions. We will maintain the pace to assure a good base miles type of conditioning to prepare ourselves for the spring. Be sure to call the ride leader if the weather is in doubt. We will NOT ride when temperatures are below 30 degrees at the start. Be sure to check with the ride leader during holiday weeks to be sure that the ride is still on. Contact Ride Leader: Aaron Chen at 302-731-1456.


• 1:00 p.m. WOMEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: Delaware plays Towson at the Bob Carpenter Center, Newark, DE. Call 302-UD1-HENS.


• 1:00 p.m. WOMEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: La Salle plays Rhode Island at the Tom Gola Arena, Philadelphia. Call 215-951-5170.


• 2:00 p.m. WOMEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: Saint Joseph’s plays Richmond at the Alumni Memorial Fieldhouse, Philadelphia. Call 610-660-1712.


• 2:00 p.m. PHILAVENTURES WISSAHICKON HIKE: PhilaVentures is an outdoor club of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Community (LGBT) in the Philadelphia area. Come out and join on an adventurous hike along the Wissahickon Creek in Wissahickon Valley Park. Participants meet at the Borders located at 8701 Germantown Avenue at the intersection of Germantown Avenue and Bethlehem Pike, either outside the front door or in the second floor coffee shop. Call 856-767-8938.


• 2:30 p.m. SAM’S CAJUN DANCE PARTY: 221 West Upsal Street, Philadelphia (W Mt Airy), PA. Call 215-848-8961.


• 6:00 p.m. GAY BOWLING: Phoenix Lanes, 1055 Schuylkill Road, Phoenixville, PA. Call 610-935-7272.


• MIKE SMULL MEMORIAL RUN: High School, 123 Happy Street, Easton, PA. Call 610-779-2668.


• CHEERLEADING COMPETITION: Eastern Atlantic Winter Classic, Rutgers University, Camden Campus, NJ. Contact Marianne Smarrito at 877-98-CHEER.


• CHEERLEADING COMPETITION: Mid-Atlantic Cheer Invitational Spring Floor, Widener University, Chester, PA. Contact Sandi Novielli at 610-328-4525.


• CHEERLEADING COMPETITION: CB South High School Cheer Competition, CB South High School, Warrington, PA. Dawn Guarino at 215-491-0738.


• PADDLE THE GREAT EGG HARBOR RIVER: We paddle this beautiful river in great company from Penny Pot to the historic site of Weymouth Furnace. Meet at the Harley Dawn Diner Rt. 322 and 8th St. for details call John K. at 865-412-2617.

SUNDAY-SUNDAY, JAN. 14-APR. 1, 2007

• TOWNSEND WINTER RUN SERIES: Corner of Main Street and Brook Ramble Road near Townsend Fire Station, 107 Main Street and Brook Ramble Road, Townsend, DE. The 2nd annual run series is designed to motivate and inspire all community members to stay fit during the winter months while becoming better aquainted with neighbors and their community. After each run there is a potluck social, each registrant is asked to bring a healthy dish or food item. Call 302-353-9873.

MONDAY, JAN. 15, 2007

• 10:00 a.m. CANOE/KAYAK THE GREAT EGG HARBOR RIVER: It’s a long holiday weekend, so enjoy a winter paddle from Penny Pot to Weymouth Furnace. Meet at the Harley Dawn Diner; arrive early for breakfast. Please contact leader to confirm trip. Contact Leader: Dawn P-D at 856-453-1007.


• 10:00 a.m. COOPER RIVER HIKE: 5 miles, easy/moderate pace. Hike the “big loop” between Rt. 130 and Cuthbert Roads, plus a short loop across Cuthbert to the “dog-walk park” to make our 5 miles. Meet in the parking lot of the Lobster Trap restaurant on North Park Drive in Pennsauken. Take Rt 70 to Cuthbert Blvd. Go South on Cuthbert to the first traffic light (North Park Drive). Turn right and go approx ½ mile to restaurant parking lot (on left). Contact Leader: Bill Poulson at 856-983-7609.


• 6:30 p.m. LOOP RUN: Run the Loop around the River Distance: 8.4 miles (Kelly and West River drives). When/where: Meet Monday evenings at Lloyd Hall. For additional info, contact Susan Hurrey at 215-483-1967.


• 7:00 p.m. CENTER CITY FUN 5-MILE RUN: Kahn Park, 11th & Pine Sts, Philadelphia. Get in shape! Meet new people! Join Frontrunners Philadelphia, a group of LCBG runners and their friends, for a five-mile run/walk at your own pace. For more information 610-564-6661.

TUESDAY, JAN. 16, 2007

• 10:00 a.m. TUESDAY AM BIKE RIDE: 13-15 mph, 15-25 miles. Meets at Whites Road Park in Lansdale,19446 (Whites Road is between Valley Forge Road and Broad St). It's baaaccck. How about a brisk ride in January during the week? Fair-weather riding only. No rest stops, just riding. MUST CALL OR EMAIL TO CONFIRM YOUR ATTENDANCE NO LATER THAN THE EVENING BEFORE! No calls/emails, no ride. Check e-list for any updates/news if weather is questionable. Contact Monica Coleman at 610-547-1430.


• 3:00 p.m. KEMPER PARK BIKE RIDE 2007: 13-14 mph, 20-30 miles. Start at Kemper Park, 905 Valley Road, Warminster, PA. We'll start up the rides again for 2007. Will wait for slowest rider, even if it's me. No ride in rain or snow. Call to confirm in case of temps below 25 F. Contact David C. Atkins at 215-675-4597.


• 6:00 p.m. NIGHTRIDERS BIKE RIDE: 15-20 miles, Class C. We spin around Southern DelCo well in the dark. Bike lights front and rear are a must. You must call or e-mail the leader to confirm the start time and location. Very cold or wet weather will cancel ride. Contact Dave Trout at 610-368-0760.


• 6:00 p.m. GROUP TRAINER BIKE RIDE: Every Tuesday and Thursday night thru the winter, unless circumstances prohibit, there is a group trainer ride 6:10 at Cycle Sport. We follow training videos for a 40min to 1hr workout, not including warm up and cool down. People wishing to "ride" with us need only bring their bike and trainer. The workout is as hard or easy as you wish, so riders of all abilities are welcome. Contact Harry at 610-565-9535.


• 6:30 p.m. TRACK WORKOUT: Because of daylight saving and lack of lighting at Chestnut Hill Academy, we are moving the workouts to the Roxborough High School track. There is lighting at this track so footing should not be a problem. The track is at the intersection of Pechin and Hermitage streets just below the High School, which is on Ridge Avenue. Call 215-849-9080.


• 6:30 p.m. SPINNING RETURNS TO CORNERSTONE: Spinning on the Big Screen returns! Meet at Cornerstone Church of Skippack, Rt. 73, Skippack (1 mile east of the Village). We'll rotate spinning tapes ranging from 45 to 90 minutes; feel free to share your video. Bring your own bike and trainer. Requesting $1 donation each night from each spinner. New to indoor? BYOB (bring your own babysitter). Videos and toys provided; kids must stay in the nursery. Conatct Terry Capaldi at 215-368-7981.


• 6:30 p.m. FLY BY NIGHT IN NORTH WILMINGTON BIKE RIDE: Leave Brandywine High School (Rt. 261, Foulk Rd) at the tennis courts for a 20 mile ride through North Wilmington on neighborhood roads; return at approximately 8:00 pm. Both front and rear lights are required for the ride. The pace will be 12-14 mph in order to not outrun our headlights. The ride will be cancelled if black ice conditions exist. For more information, contact Ride Leader: John McCormick at 302-668-8749.

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 17, 2007

• 10:00 a.m. PENN SWAMP HIKE: 12 miles, brisk pace. Hike up the Batona Trail and over to the swamp for lunch. Bring lunch and rain gear. Meet at Batsto. Contact Leaders: Pat Burton at 856-767-8064 and Christine Denneler at 856-461-5379.


• 6:30 p.m. FLY BY NIGHT BIKE RIDE: Leave the church parking lot next to Papermill Park (at the intersection of Papermill and Ebeneezer Church Roads) for a 21 mile flat to hilly ride through Newark neighborhoods. The route will be similar to last year with some added twists. The pace will be slow (12-14 mph) so as not to outrun our lights. For more information, contact Mario Nappa at 302-239-1179. Lights front and rear are required. NO GO if there are conditions for black ice or the temp at the start is below 30 degrees on weather.com for Newark, DE.