THURSDAY-WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1-7, 2007

• BLUE CROSS RIVERRINK AT PENN’S LANDING: 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.
• 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.

THURSDAY-THURSDAY, MARCH 1-8, 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-FRIDAY-SUNDAY, MARCH 1-11, 2007

• "D" LICENSE AT HOCKESSIN SOCCER: Coaching courses at the Hockessin Soccer Club, 740 Evanson Road, Hockessin, DE.

THURSDAY-WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1-MAY 30, 2007

• SMM GIRLS TRACK, GIRLS LACROSSE, SOFTBALL, GOLF: Media, PA. Call 610-565-2573.

THURSDAY-FRIDAY, MARCH 1-JUNE 1, 2007

• CINNAMINSON SOCCER CLUB REGISTRATION: Our goal is to provide each player the opportunity to develop a solid foundation of soccer skills while playing in a fun environment for boys and girls, starting at age 4. They will enjoy playing the sport of soccer at both competitive (travel) and recreational (in-town) levels. Call 877-228-4881.

THURSDAY-FRIDAY, MARCH 1-JUNE 15, 2007

• CLEARVIEW LACROSSE CLUB-SPRING REGISTRATION: Clearview Regional High School Mullica Hill, NJ. The program had more than 120 players in our 3-4th grade, 5-6th grade and 7-8th grade Teams. In 2006, we will expand our program to offer youth girls grades 5-8th grade to learn and play the game of lacrosse. Call 856-207-9018.

THURSDAY-SATURDAY, MARCH 1-JUNE 16, 2007

• MILLVILLE SOCCER ASSOCIATION SPRING 2007 SEASON: U-9, U-10, U-12, U-13, U-14 at the Millville Soccer Complex, 2 North Sharp Street, Millville, NJ. Call 856-293-0377.

THURSDAY-SATURDAY, MARCH 1-JUNE 30, 2007

• DANCE CLASSES: Tapography Dance Studio, 2111 Sansom Street, Philadelphia. Call 215-694-7109.
• DOYLESTOWN ROCK GYM/ADVENTURE CENTER INC: 3853 Old Easton Road, Doylestown, PA. Are you up for a great time, and maybe a bit of a challenge? Experience indoor rock climbing and outdoor guide service. All ages are welcome, along with observers. Call 215-230-9085.

FRIDAY, MARCH 2, 2007

• 7:00 p.m. FRIDAY NITE FITNESS HIKE: 8-10 miles, fast pace. Meet at Brendan Byrne S.F. Campground. Contact Leaders: Alison & Mike Baker at 609-758-4768, 609-577-9004.

FRIDAY-SUNDAY, MARCH 2-4, 2007

• VICTORY GOLF SHOW OF PHILADELPHIA: Valley Forge Convention Center, 1160 First Avenue, King of Prussia, PA. Call 877-484-7469.

SATURDAY, MARCH 3, 2007

• 6:00 a.m. GREENHEAD SPRINTS INDOOR ROWING REGATTA: Brigantine North Middle School, 301 East Evans Blvd., Brigantine, NJ. The Greenhead Sprints is a 2000 meter ergometer regatta open to High School, College, Open, Masters, and Youth. There are 24 Concept2 Model Dergs in each heat. Contact Ed Rehill at 609-266-2025.
• 8:30 a.m. 2007 DELAWARE WOMEN’S CONFERENCE: University of Delaware, Clayton Hall, Route 896 North, Newark, DE. Over thirty workshops focusing on 5 tracks: Health & Well Being; Personal Growth; How Do You Do That; Control Your Money; It's Your Family. Call 302-761-8005.
• 9:00 a.m. SHAMROCK/BUZZ’S TAVERN 4-MILER RUN: 100 Rancocas Road, Mount Holly, NJ. Contact Mark Evans at 609-760-1101.
• 9:00 a.m. ROTARY RUN FOR YOUTH 10-MILE & 4-MILE: Pfaff Elementary School, 1600 Sleepy Hollow Road, Quakertown, PA. Call 267-374-1631.
• 9:00 a.m. PIZZA IN BUENA BIKE RIDE: 62 miles, Class B-. We'll launch March with a metric century. Stop halfway for pizza/hoagies in lovely Buena. Meet Kingsway HS, Rtes. 322 & 551, Swedesboro NJ. Contact Bob LaDrew at 610-383-9327.
• 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. BARKSDALE TRAINING BIKE RIDE: Leave from Handloff 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 REQUIRED!! NO EARPLUGS - LEAVE YOUR MUSIC AT HOME!! Please bring signed waiver with you (see www.whiteclaybicycleclub.org under Ride Leader Information). NOTE: As long as the roads are clear, we will ride even in very cold temps. However, the distance may be shortened a few miles. NO RIDE ON MARCH 31st. Questions - contact Ride Leaders Lorie Struzik at 302-354-3811 before 8:30 a.m. or Nancy Waddell at 302-545-4146 before 7:30 a.m.
• 9:00 a.m. NORTHBROOK BIKE RIDE: Leave Paper Mill Park, Paper Mill and Polly Drummond Hill Roads in Newark, for a 60 mile (+/-) ride with a stop at Northbrook. Additional quick stops possible in Chadds Ford and Landenberg. The pace will be about 14 mph over a mix of flat, rolling and hilly terrain. Contact Ride Leader: Jeff Butcher at 302-737-3660.
• 9:00 a.m. JIM'S LEAD BIKE RIDE: Class C+, 35-40 miles, 14-16 mph cruising pace. Easy paced social ride, bakery stop, none dropped. Meet at Lenape H.S., Church and Hartford Roads, Medford, NJ. Contact Leader: Jim Bodnar at 609-654-1507.
• 9:30 a.m. ATHLETE’S CLOSET WINTER SERIES 5-MILE: 11 North Five Points Road, West Chester, PA. Call 610-692-4922.
• 9:30 a.m. 8th ANNUAL KELLY’S LOGAN HOUSE 5K RUN: Kelly’s Logan House, located on Delaware Ave at N. DuPont Street, Wilmington, DE. Out and back course starting near Logan House to Rockford Park and back. Call 302-854-6400.
• 9:30 a.m. SOMEWHERE BIKE RIDE: 13-14 mph, 35-45 Miles. Start at Cold Spring Elementary School, 4150 Durham Road, Buckingham, PA. March's "somewhere" ride. Cancelled for bad weather, risky road conditions or temperature below 20 degrees at 8:30. No confirmation necessary. Contact Roy Zipris at 215-674-5258.
• 10:00 a.m. FIRST IN SERIES OF TRAINING WALKS FOR THE 75 MILE CHALLENGE WALK: Depart from Landmark Apts. parking lot across from the Ottsville Post Office (Rt. 611). Walking Purchase marker identifies the spot. Bring lunch and water. You must be able to walk 20 road miles in 6 hours or less. If you can do this, you have a good chance of completing the challenge. Maps provided. Contact Leader: Susan French at 610-847-5709.
• 1:00 p.m. TRADITIONAL CLOGGING & FLATFOOT WORKSHOP: Summit Presbyterian Church, Greene Street & Westview Avenue, Philadelphia. Call 215-643-4397.
• 7:30 p.m. TOTAL ECLIPSE OF THE MOON HIKE: 7-8 miles, moderate pace. Hope for a clear night, so we all can enjoy and see the total eclipse. Meet at Atsion. Leaders: Dave & Julie Hegelein, 856-235-8792.
• 7:30 p.m. SOCIAL MOONLIGHT HIKE, CAMPFIRE & CAMPOUT: 6 miles, moderate pace. Hike sand roads around the lake under the full Sap moon and return to a warm campfire. Overnight camping is available; call leader to reserve space. Bring picnic type food to share at tailgate social after hike. Meet at Goshen Pond group campsite, Atsion Lake, Burl. Co. From Rt 206 turn west onto Atsion Rd; go 1.5 miles to Goshen Pond sign. Follow road to campsite. Inclement weather cancels. Contact Leader: Paul Serdiuk at 609-462-3593 eve.
• 9:00 p.m. SWING DANCE AT THE BALLROOM ON HIGH: City Rhythm Orchestra, 310 East High Street, Pottstown, PA. Call 610-348-6727.
• 10:00 a.m. MILLION ACRES BIKE RIDE: Each month we will explore another part of the pinelands. Call for starting location. Contac Leader: Jim M. at 609-280-0111.
• CHEERLEADING COMPETITION: Rock Cheer Challenge, Council Rock High School North, Newtown, PA. Contact Rich Tisone at 215-579-8871.

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, MARCH 3 & 4, 2007

• BACKPACK/SNOWSHOE FRICK POND (WESTERN CATSKILLS): 6 to10 Miles, depending on conditions. We will snowshoe to Frick Pond, set up camp and explore the 14 mile network of relatively new trails sans packs. Early March usually has good snow, and days are starting to lengthen. Excellent trip for experienced 3- season backpackers who would like to try winter backpacking. Intermediate. Contact Co-leaders: Bruce S. at 609-448-4361 and Dennis M. at 856-547-1617.
• CHEERLEADING COMPETITION: Cheer Tech’s Cheer & Dance National Championship, Wildwood Convention Center, Wildwood, NJ. Contact Karen at 866-52-CHEER.
• BOWLING: Westbrook Lanes, Creek Road (off Rt. 42), Brooklawn, NJ. Call 856-456-2692.
• Sunset Lake Full Moon Social Paddle: Enjoy a winter paddle on Sunset Lake while watching the sunset and the full moon rise. Bring something desserty to share on the beach after the trip. Please contact leader for time, meeting place and to confirm trip. Contact Leader: Dawn P-D at 856-453-1007.
• 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 Street. Contact John K. 856-412-2617.

SUNDAY, MARCH 4, 2007

• 8:00 a.m. COOPER RIVER AND ADJOINING PARKS HIKE: 6 miles, brisk pace. A "get-it-over-early" hike with optional brunch with us afterwards at a reasonably priced restaurant. Meet at the National Guard Armory parking lot at Park Ave. and Grove St. in Cherry Hill. This meeting place is one block from the intersection of Rt. 70 and Haddonfield Rd/Grove St. This intersection is at the corner of the old Garden State race track and has a Chili’s Bar and Grill. Contact Leaders: Barb & Ray Wittkop at 856-662-4012.
• 8:15 a.m. ROARING CREEK HIKE: Depart from Germantown and Rex Aves., Philadelphia. Hiking in recently donated private land from the Roaring Creek Water Co. to PA. State Forest Land. Experience a 12-14 mile hike along an old miners trail nestled in between continuous mountain chains. Moderate hiking conditions. Contact Leaders: Mike Hughes at 215-657-1058 and Tom Weaber at 717-273-3726.
• 8:30 a.m. ROTATING LEADER BIKE RIDE: Class B+/A, 50-55 miles, 18-22 mph cruising pace. The leader will vary depending on who is available, but there will be a ride (weather permitting). Leader will pick route; the group will decide the pace. Fast paceline riding, breakaways for the hammerheads, one rest stop. Contact Tony for details. Meet at Cherry Hill East H.S., Kresson Road, Cherry Hill, NJ. Contact Leader: Tony M. at 609-828-0268.
• 9:00 a.m. ART MUSEUM BIKE RIDE: 35+ miles, Class C+. Art Museum C+ paced ride from Drexel Hill Cyclery, Burmont Rd., Drexel Hill. We'll travel to the museum not for culture, but to cruise the museum loop taking in the March weather. Bring $ for snack. Contact Bob Martin at 610-352-2114.
• 9:00 a.m. WEEKLY BIKE RIDE FROM THE BICYCLE BARN: 15-16 mph, 30 +. Start at The Bicycle Barn, 388 West Pothouse Road, Phoenixville, PA. Mileage varies with the weather. Will tailor the ride to the people that show. Start at the shop - The Bicycle Barn, 388 W. Pothouse Road, Phoenixville. Call the shop with questions 610-933-2210 or Chet Ritchie at 215-799-0203.
• 9:00 a.m. FRANK LEAD BIKE RIDE: Class B, 45 +/- miles, 16-19 mph cruising pace. Group ride with breakaways – not one will be left behind. Meet at Cherry Hill East H.S., Kresson Road, Cherry Hill, NJ. Contact Leader: Frank L. at 267-475-2287.
• 9:00 a.m. SOCIAL HIKE AND BIRTHDAY BRUNCH: 5 miles, moderate pace. Hike between two rivers in late winter. Wildlife sighting possible. Then help celebrate the leader’s birthday as we enjoy an all you can eat buffet at Renault Winery Restaurant. Limited seating; call early to reserve place. Meet at Atsion Office on Rt 206 between Hammonton and Red Lion Circle, Burl. Co. Inclement weather cancels. Contact Leader: Paul Serdiuk at 609-462-3593 eve.
• 9:15 a.m. WHITE CLAY CREEK STATE PARK: Class II -10-11 miles. Please join us as we break from winter's doldrums and explore early spring at wonderful White Clay Creek State Park in Delaware. So close to NJ , but yet so different .. White Clay features rolling hills and thick forest... virtually no asphalt for the entire day.. a picnic area for lunch.. the Delaware "Arc" monument .(which has nothing at all in common with Noah's Ark...) This moderately paced hike will be geared to the intermediate hiker and above who is used to doing a five hour hike or so with lunch... our hike will be 99% Asphalt free....mostly on dirt and gravel... we'll see the shimmering creek from several vantage points and use parts or all of the Nature Preserve, Twin Valley, Millstone, and Mason Dixon Trails.. plus cross the Tweeds Mill Bridge... we will even visit Pa. for a bit...there will be toilets , but no running water at the parking lot or picnic area , we may also see some disc golfers in action but we shouldn't have to duck!!!... we will meet at a Super Wawa (where else??) before hand for snacks, drinks, warm facilities. Leaders will be at the Wawa , 2754 Pulaski Hwy (US 40) located aprox. 1 mile west of Glasgow, Del. and the intersection of US 40 and De. St. Rt. 896 south of I-95... from about 8.15a to 8.45 SHARP when we will leave for the 20 min drive to the nature center parking lot... we should have ample time to gear up there before the hike...check in via e-mail Contact Leader Joe Maryanski at 609-929-7498 aft. 7 p.m. and morn. and Co-lead Joan Foltz at 609-335-9675.
• 9:30 a.m. END OF WINTER BIKE RIDE: 13-15 mph, 45 miles. Start at Northampton Township Park, located at the corner of Bristol and Hatboro Roads, Warminster, PA. Let's just ride. Location, distance will depend on the weather. "Five Mile Rule" will be in effect. Contact Allen Herman at 215-750-1011.
• 9:30 a.m. ICICLE WARM-UP II BIKE RIDE: There will be two rides leaving from Handloff Park (formerly Barksdale Park) on the corner of Casho Mill and Barksdale Road in Newark. One will be a 45 mile ride at 13-15 mph to the Ocean Mart Deli. Bring a snack or bring money for a snack. Dave Vispi will lead a 20 mile ride at 12-13 mph. If an Icicle Warm-up ride needs to be canceled due to weather, it will be held the following week. Contact Ride leaders: Mary Clare Matsumoto at 302-731-1430 and Dave Vespi at 302-995-2155.
• 9:30 a.m. DON’S ADVENTURE BIKE RIDE: Class C, 35 miles, 14-16 mph cruising pace. New places, roads, good company. Meet Laurel Acres Park. Contact Leader: Don Villanova at 856-235-2457.
• 10:00 a.m. NORTHEAST ROADRUNNERS WINTER 10K RUN: Lloyd Hall on Boathouse Row behind the Philadelphia Art Museum, 1 Boathouse Row, 1 Kelly Drive, Philadelphia. Call 215-343-7908.
• 10:00 a.m. INAUGURAL NUTRITION AND DIETETICS CLUB 5K RUN: Christiana Towers Commons, New London Road at Christiana Drive, Newark, DE. Call 302-654-6400.
• 10:00 a.m. BIKE RIDE THE RIDGE: 40ish miles, Class B-. Weather permitting. 5,000 ft of climb in 40 miles. Starts and ends at the R5 Wayne Train Station with one really quick water stop. Contact Brian Wade at 610-254-9485.
• 10:45 a.m. YARDLEY TO WASHINGTON'S CROSSING HIKE: Depart from SEPTA R7 Yardley Station Parking Lot (Reading Avenue and Main Street, Yardley, PA). Bring lunch and water for this easy and historic, 10 mile loop hike through Yardley, along the Delaware Canal to Washington's Crossing and return to Yardley. Contact Leader: Brian Sheehan at 215-638-4824.
• 11:00 a.m. SUNDAY AFTERNOON BIKE RIDE FROM NORTH PENN HIGH SCHOOL: 14-16 mph, 35 - 50+ miles. Start at 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.
• Noon LEHIGH WHEELMEN CRITERIUM TRAINING BIKE SERIES: William Penn Business Center USCF# 07, Lehigh Valley, PA. 1 KM loop with a slight hill, great road surface, run clockwise. Call 610-330-0965.
• 12:45 p.m. AARON’S TRAINING BIKE RIDE: Sunday training ride from 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 temps are below 30 degrees at the start. NO RIDE ON MARCH 25th. Contact Ride Leader: Aaron Chen at 302-731-1456 after work.
• 2:00 p.m. COMMUNITY DANCE: Called by Ridge Kennedy, 501 South High Street, West Chester, PA. Call 610-399-3706.

MONDAY, MARCH 5, 2007

• 10:00 a.m. HARRISVILLE POND HIKE: 5 miles, easy/moderate pace. Meet at Harrisville. Bad weather cancels. Contact Leaders: Norm Lucas at 609-654-5893 and Bill Schmitt at 856-767-1838.

MONDAY-MONDAY, MARCH 5-MAY 7, 2007

• VIVA MOM & BABY PILATES 2007: Turn pregnancy flab into lean muscle, strengthen your aching back, shoulders & neck plus energize your day with easy to learn Pilates mat exercises. Meet other moms while you sculpt your body, melt away stress & postpartum blues & have fun with your baby. Perfect for all fitness levels. Please bring your infant (8 months & younger) in a car seat, an exercise mat & wear comfortable exercise attire. Classes are taught by a certified VIVA Pilates instructor at the Barry D. Brown Health Educ Center, 106 Carnie Blvd., Voorhees, NJ. The 8-week series costs $120 plus $10 one-time supply fee for bands & balls. Please bring a $10 check made out to VIVA Pilates the first day of class for the supply fee. Class registration must be paid in advance by Visa/Mastercard. To register, please call 1-888-Virtua-3 (1-888-847-8823).

TUESDAY, MARCH 6, 2007

• 10:00 a.m. TUESDAY AM LANSDALE BIKE RIDE: 13-15 mph, 20-30 miles. Start at White Road Park, White Road, Lansdale, PA. Can't make the evening rides? Let's ride in the AM. We'll ride on gently rolling scenic roads, often heading towards Evansburg and Harleysville. Count on riding to Lake Galena once a month. Rain cancels ride. No one dropped. Starts at Whites Road Park on Whites Road, Lansdale, between Broad St. and Valley Forge Rd. Start location is about 2 miles from NPHS. Meet by the sign. Contact Monica Coleman at 610-547-1430.
• 3:00 p.m. KEMPER PARK BIKE RIDE 2007: 13-14 mph, 25-40 miles. Start at Kemper Park, 905 Valley Road, Warminster, PA. We will continue to ride in March from Kemper Park. Let's put on some miles before the spring. 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 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.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 7, 2007

• 10:00 a.m. DOC’S BIKE RIDE: 35-50 miles, Class B-. Doc's Ride 30-60 miles- various routes from Swarthmore Leaves from 320 Market parking lot. Possibly a lunch stop Ride does not start unless temperature is above 45 F. Foul weather cancels ride. Contact Larry Green at 610-544-5799.
• 10:00 a.m. PALYMRA NATURE CENTER HIKE: 6-7 miles, brisk pace. Take Rt 73 North to the last light before the Tacony Palmyra Bridge and turn right. Follow the signs to the Nature Center. Meet in the parking lot at the Center. Contact Leaders: Barb & Ray Wittkop at 856-662-4012 and Paul Foged at 732-988-5273.
• 10:00 a.m. BATSTO TO QUAKER BRIDGE HIKE: 12.5 miles, brisk pace. Hike up the Batona Trail and back along the river. Bring lunch and rain gear. Meet at Batsto. Contact Leaders: Pat Burton at 856-767-8064 and Christine Denneler at 856-461-5379.
• 7:00 p.m. KINGS GRANT NIGHT RIDE: 10 miles. E-Z pace ride on singletrack & sand roads, switchbacks and some climbs. Light needed for about 1-1/2 hours of riding. Meet at Kings Grant S.C. parking lot, off of Taunton Lake Road. Contact Leader: Jim M. at 856-797-2365.