THURSDAY-SATURDAY, APRIL 12-MAY 12, 2007

• 2007 RTSC SPRING INTRAMURAL PROGRAM: Cherry Street Park or Glenwood Elementary School, Media, PA. Spring is coming, and it is time to dig out those soccer balls, soccer shoes and shin guards. We hope you have enjoyed playing Soccer with the Rose Tree Soccer Club, and look forward to seeing you this Spring. The season runs from March 24th through May 12th. We play every weekend (weather permitting) at Cherry St Park or Indian Lane School, and players are grouped according to their age (4 – 13 years). ALL Girls and Boys will play in separate Divisions. Call 610-565-4078.

THURSDAY-THURSDAY, APRIL 12-MAY 29, 2007, 2007

• 8:00 p.m. TUESDAY NIGHT SWING DANCE: Ballroom on High, Old Eagle Lodge, 310 E High Street, Pottstown, PA. Everyone is welcome to a practice dance night every Tuesday from 9-11 pm for getting your ''swing'' in step. Smoke-free historic 4000 square-foot ballroom; no experience necessary. Dance classes held prior to dance (please call or visit the official website for information on lessons). Call 610-348-6727.

THURSDAY-WEDNESDAY, APRIL 12-MAY 30, 2007

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

THURSDAY-FRIDAY, APRIL 12-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-SATURDAY, APRIL 12-JUNE 9, 2007

• 3:00 p.m. GIRLS ON THE RUN OF NEW CASTLE COUNTY SP07: New Castle County, Wilmington, DE. Girls meet twice a week to participate in self-esteem building lessons and running games. The girls work toward running a 5k race event, which will be held on Saturday, June 9th at Brandywine Zoo at 10a.m. Call 302-893-2222.

THURSDAY-FRIDAY, APRIL 12-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, APRIL 12-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-SUNDAY, APRIL 12-JUNE 17, 2007

• PHILADELHIA FLAMES SC SPRING 07 REGISTRATIONS: All matches will be at Bensalem Community Park, PA. This Spring we are playing in the Bensalem Womens League. Call 267-784-5663.

THURSDAY-SATURDAY, APRIL 12-JUNE 30, 2007

• 7:30 p.m. THURSDAY NIGHT CONTRA DANCE: Glenside Memorial Hall, Waverly Rd. and Keswick Ave., Glenside, PA. Contra dancing is traditional New England social dancing with musicians playing jigs and reels. The dancing is energetic and involves mixing with the other dancers as each couple performs a short routine with another couple before progressing onto the next couple and repeating the sequence. It shares some elements with square dancing such as ''swing your partner'' and ''do-si-do'', but the couples form long lines rather than squares. Contra dancing is easy, mostly involving a smooth walking step. A different routine is taught before each dance by a caller who has everyone ''walk through'' the dance while explaining it. Call 215-402-1033.
• 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, APRIL 13, 2007

• 6:00 p.m. BONSALL PARK BIKE RIDE: These rides are 20-25 miles with an average speed of about 15-17 mph. We will start across from Bonsall Park at Silverside Rd. and Greendale Rd. We will ride to the Wawa in Chadds Ford, where we will regroup. On the return we will regroup at the DuPont Country Club tennis courts. Contact Ride leaders: Jerry Steinberg at 302-373-6495.
• 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 State Forest. 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 foot gear; 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 State Forest Campground. Contact Leaders: Alison & Mike Baker at 609-758-4768, 609-577-9004.

FRIDAY-SUNDAY, APRIL 13-15, 2007

• PHILADELPHIA FESTIVAL & ATLANTIC COAST DANCE SPORTS CHAMPIONSHIP: Philadelphia Airport Marriott Hotel, One Arrivals Road, Philadelphia. Call 856 546 5077.

FRIDAY-FRIDAY, APRIL 13-MAY 11, 2007

• FRIDAY NIGHT SWING DANCE: Ballroom on High, Old Eagle Lodge, 310 E High Street, Pottstown, PA. Come dance in a smoke-free, historic 4000 square foot ballroom built in 1928 every Frinday night from 9 pm to midnight. Fantastic swing mix provided by DJ Alex. No experience necessary and singles are welcome! A complimentary dance lesson is offered at 8 pm before all events. See you on the floor! Call 610-348-6727.

SATURDAY, APRIL 14, 2007

• 8:00 a.m. SODEXHO WALK AGAINST HUNGER AND NOURISH YOUR SOLE 2007: 6-miles along scenic Martin Luther King Drive. Those who would prefer a shorter walk can take the one-mile stroll or catch a bus at the halfway point, Philadelphia Museum of Art, Benjamin Franklin Parkway and 26th Street, Philadelphia. Call 215-430-0555.
• 8:00 a.m. KESWICK CYCLES RIDE: Class A, 40-miles, 20-22 mph cruising pace. NOT AN OCSJ EVENT. Arrive by 7:45 a.m. for a prompt 8:00 departure. Return to shop no later than 10:30am. 18+mph Helmets are Mandatory! This is an unsupported ride. Please carry at least one tube and pump/CO2. Food and water are highly recommended. Call 856-795-0079.
• 8:00 a.m. WAYNE BIKE RIDE: 25-miles, Class B. As per last week but different hills. Starts PROMPTLY at 7:55 am at the R5 Wayne Train Station. Expect nonstop climbing for two hours. Contact Brian Wade at 610-254-9485.
• 8:00 a.m. TAXING METRIC CENTURY: 30, 50, 100KM bike route, Warwick County Park, 382 County Park Road, Pottstown, PA. Call 610-383-4349.
• 9:00 a.m. 2007 RUN FOR AARON: Our Lady of Pompeii Rosary Hall, 4680 Dante Avenue, Vineland, NJ. Call 856-825-5228.
• 9:00 a.m. SPRING 5K RUN AT KIMBERTON: scenic country roads and historic covered bridge, Kimberton Fair Grounds, Kimberton, PA. Contact Bob Toff at 610-935-2346.
• 9:00 a.m. RUN THE ROX, A 5K RUN: The innovative 5K course (1K for walkers) runs through some of Roxborough’s eclectic streets, parks and commercial areas, including the renowned wall featured in the Philadelphia International Championship Bike Race. Run the Rox will begin and end at Gorgas Park. Proceeds from the race benefit the ongoing beautification of Gorgas Park, home to concerts, fairs and fun in the heart of Roxborough. Call 215-508-2358.
• 9:00 a.m. KENT COUNTY SPCA FURRY SCURRY 5K RUN: Killens Pond State, Killens Pond Road (Route 384), Felton, DE. Call 302-674-3213.
• 9:00 a.m. TRMAX MEDIA MUD 5K/10K RUN: Ridley Creek State Park, 1023 Sycamore Mills Road, Media, PA. Call 610-780-8034.
• 9:00 a.m. RIDLEY CHALLENGE: The race begins and ends on the Ridley High School Track and travels through tje flast fast streets of Folsom, PA. Contact Jacqui Whaley at 610-534-1900 x 1103.
• 9:00 a.m. PIZZA IN BUENA BIKE RIDE: 70-miles, Class: B-. Meet at Kingsway High School, Rtes. 551 & 322 in Swedesboro, for a flat, windless ride to the Pavilion in Buena. Contact Bob LaDrew at 610-383-9327.
• 9:00 a.m. TOM’S LEAD BIKE RIDE: Class C+, 40 miles, 14-16 mph cruising pace. Warm weather predicted – be there! Meet at Lenape H.S., Church and Hartford Roads, Medford, NJ. Contact Leader: Tom S. at 609-859-9116.
• 9:00 a.m. BREAKFAST AT BRUNOS BIKE RIDE: 14-16 mph, 45 - 50 miles. Start at North Penn High School, 1340 Valley Forge Road, Lansdale, PA. We'll go to Chestnut Hill and have a muffin and coffee at Bruno's on Northwestern Avenue. From there we'll head down to the river and ride the trail to Oaks before heading back via Evansburg Park and the back roads of Skippack. No one left behind. Rain Cancels. Contact Jay Sitkin at 215-362-8591.
• 9:00 a.m. TOUCAN BIKE RIDE: Depart from People's Plaza in Glasgow (by the recycle bins next to Safeway) for a 42 mile ride over predominately flat terrain with a few rolling hills at 15 mph. Planned stop in Delaware City / Fort Delaware State Park with an optional stop as needed in Chesapeake City. Bents, singles, and tandems welcome. Call if weather is questionable. Contact Ride Leaders: Bob and Helen Spinden at 302-834-4923.
• 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 in Newark 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). 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. CANOE/KAYAK THE NORTH BRANCH RANCOCAS CREEK: The N. Branch Rancocas has beautiful forests of tall hickory, oak, red maple and tulip poplar that will be showing signs of spring!! Maybe we’ll see a sunning turtle or two as we enjoy a paddle on my favorite Pinelands stream. Depending on water levels we’ll paddle either from Greenwood Bridge to Pemberton or from the trailhead behind Burlington County Community College to Mount Holly. Meet at the trailhead launch ramp - located toward the southeast corner of BCCC’s Pemberton campus on Rancocas Road. Contact Leader: Dave L. Cell 609-784-4066 or Home 609-735-9109.
• 9:30 a.m. 3rd CONRAD COMMUNITY & ALUMNI 5K RUN: Conrad Middle School, 201 Jackson Avenue, Wilmington, DE. Contact Wayne S. Kursh at 302-654-6400.
• 9:30 a.m. 5th ANNUAL SHADY GROVE ELEMENTARY’S SPRING ZING 5K: Blue Bell, PA. Call 215-619-0781.
• 9:30 a.m. HILL BIKE RIDE: Class C, 12-14 mph cruising pace. Distance 35-40 miles, BRING FOOD. Rest stop at Walnford Historic Park, nice restrooms but no food for sale. Start at Springfield Memorial Park, 17 Island Rd, Jobstown, NJ. Contact Leader: Maggie H. at 609-518-8906.
• 9:30 a.m. SOCIAL WALKING TOUR OF HISTORIC PHILADELPHIA: Social Walking tour of Historic Philadelphia. 4 miles easy pace. Learn about the history of Colonial Philadelphia as we walk the streets of our forefathers and visit early buildings that played a key role in history. A fee will be charged for the renowned guide. After tour we will have lunch at a local eatery. Space is limited call to reserve a place by April 7th. Meet at Woodcrest Station PATCO Hi-Speed line, exit 31 off Rt 295, OR meet at 10:00am at the Bourse Building, 5th Street entrance. Contact Leader: Paul Serdiuk at 609-462-3593 eve.
• 10:00 a.m. BATTERY PARK BIKE RIDE: Join me at People’s Plaza in Glasgow by the recycle bins for a 32 mile ride to Battery Park and back. We will average 16-18 mph on mostly flat terrain with some hills. Bring a snack for our stop at Battery Park. Contact Ride Leader: Jeff Brunell at 302-897-3542.
• 10:00 a.m. PLEASANT BIKE RIDE: 14-miles, Class C-/DG. Meet at the Unionville ball field on RT 82 for a pleasant ride. Some 'gentle' hills. Contact Leader Nancy Tully at 610-444-4237.
• 10:00 a.m. CANOE/KAYAK SPLITROCK RESERVOIR: Splitrock is a hidden gem in Morris County that supplies water to Jersey City. It is 625 acres surrounded by hills, forests, and hiking trails. Join us for a special trip as we paddle around the reservoir. Jim will provide info on the history and folklore of the area. Kayaks over 12 ft recommended. Contact Leaders: Jim G and Leona & George F. at 609-259-3734.
• 10:00 a.m. CARRANZA HIDDEN BACK LOOP TO NO-MANS LAND: 7 miles - moderate pace. Start out from Carranza and on the familiar Batona trial and then to a secret hidden detour to no-mans land. Out here the roads dead-end and you are the only one around. Bring a lunch and we will stop alongside a beautiful scenic river view. Meet at Carranza Memorial parking area on Carranza Road. Contact Leader: Tom Neigel at 609-206-3389.
• 11:00 a.m. WOMEN’S COLLEGE SOFTBALL: Drexel plays Georgia State at Buckley Field, Philadelphia. Call 215-895-1999.
• Noon WOMEN’S COLLEGE SOFTBALL: Delaware plays James Madison at Delaware Softball Diamond, Newark, PA. Call 302-UD1-HENS.
• 1:00 p.m. WOMEN’S COLLEGE SOFTBALL: Penn plays Cornell at Warren Field, Philadelphia. Call 215-898-3442.
• 3:00 p.m. ST. DENIS 5K RUN FOR THE FUTURE: Beginning at St. Denis in Havertown run thru the gentle hills of Merion Golf Manor. Ending at the long stretch of the cemetary path of St. Denis where friends lining the path can cheer you across the finish line. Contact Susan DeVoe at 610 789-4243.
• 8:00 p.m. 82nd ANNUAL SPRING DANCE & FESTIVAL: Music, Dancing, Comedy, Camaraderie, Cannstatter, 9130 Academy Road, Philadelphia. Call 215-672-9866.
• 2nd ANNUAL DOO WOP DUATHON: The duathlon begins with an “easy on the knees” 2 mile boardwalk run, continuing with a 11 mile bike on Ocean Avenue, aka “the Strip,” in Wildwood and Wildwood Crest, and finishing with a 2 mile run on the boardwalk, Wildwood Convention Center, Wildwood, NJ. Call 215-676-3648.
• WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL: Quickset Classic 12’s and 18’s Open, Liberty High School, 1115 Linden Street, Bethlehem, PA. Contact Timothy Dando at 570-276-6289 of 610-867-0541.
• WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL: Keystone Juniors Classic 14CO, United Sports Training Center, 1426 Marshallton-Thorndale Road, Downingtown, PA. Contact Brenda Collins at 610-353-6324.

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, APRIL 14 & 15, 2007

• NBC10 FITFEST: Pennsylvania Convention Center Authority, 1101 Arch Street, Philadelphia. Call 215-418-4700 or 800-428-9000.
• KNECHT CUP: Cooper River, Camden, NJ. Colleges, Cooper River, hosted by Villanova. Contact Jack St. Clair at 215-402-0230.

SUNDAY, APRIL 15, 2007

• 8:00 a.m. COOPER RIVER PARK AND ADJOINING PARKS HIKE: 6 miles, brisk pace. A loop hike. Meet at the National Guard Armory parking lot at North Park Blvd. and Grove Street in Cherry Hill. This meeting place is one block from the intersection of Route #70 and Haddonfield Road / Grove Street. A "get it over early" hike with optional brunch afterwards at the Country Buffet. Contact Leaders: at Barb & Ray Wittkop at 856-662-4012.
• 8:00 a.m. WEEK AFTER EASTER ACHE HUNT BIKE RIDE: 25-miles, Class: B. As per last week but different hills. Starts PROMPTLY at 7:55 am at the R5 Wayne Train Station. Expect nonstop climbing for two hours. Contact Brian Wade at 610-254-9485.
• 8:30 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. Bring $ for snack. Contact Bob Martin at 610-352-2114.
• 8:30 a.m. TONY’S MOVE UP BIKE RIDE: Class B+/A, 50-55 miles, 18-20 mph cruising pace. A good ride for B+ riders looking to move up. PACE WILL BE HELD when we’re together in the paceline. Breakaways for the hammerheads (we will regroup after each break), one rest stop. Meet at Cherry Hill East H.S., Kresson Road, Cherry Hill, NJ. Contact Leader: Tony M. at 609-828-0268.
• 8:30 a.m. BRANDYWINE 50 BIKE RIDE: A moderately hilly 40-60 mile ride at 15 mph through Chester and Delaware Counties. Ride starts from Brandywine High School (Rt. 261, Foulk Road) at the tennis courts and will return between noon and 1:00 pm. There will be at least one rest stop and a cue sheet will be available. Contact Ride Leaders: Jerry and Debbie Steinberg at 302-373-6495.
• 9:00 a.m. FOOD AND HEALTH EXPO: Features expert speakers, food preparation demos, over 50 exhibits, free samples, a live auction, a nutrition book store, and more at the Loews Philadelphia Hotel, 1200 Market Street, Philadelphia. Call 610-642-4810.
• 9:00 a.m. LEGS AGAINST ARMS 5K RUN: The Legs Against Arms 5K course begins and ends on the grounds of the Mann Center for the Performing Arts. The course winds through the scenic grounds of historic Fairmount Park around the Mann, 52nd and Parkside Avenue, Philadelphia. This is the first time these beautiful grounds have been opened up for a race course. The 1 mile fun run is also run on the grounds. Call 610-429-2494.
• 9:00 a.m. OLMC FIT FEST 5K RUN: Central Park in Doylestown Township, 425 Wells Road, Doylestown, PA. Call 215-340-0737.
• 9:00 a.m. EDEN FAMILY 5K RUN: Princeton Forrestal Village, 121 Mail Street, Princeton, NJ. Call 609-987-0099.
• 9:00 a.m. 2nd ANNUAL TROFEO CCE DE MARLTON BIKE RACE: 1 mile circuit with excellent road surface. Course has two left hand turns and a small rise on the back of the course, Greentree Executive Campus, Stow Road, Marlton, NJ. Call 856-392-3930.
• 9:00 a.m. BAGEL BIKE RIDE: Class C, 30-miles, 12-14 mph cruising pace. Fran’s famous ride – bagels anyone? We really do stop for bagels! Meet at Moorestown High School, Bridgeboro Rd., Moorestown, NJ. Contact Leader: Fran H. at 856-786-0048.
• 9:00 a.m. BIKE AND/OR PADDLE ON THE D&R CANAL: It’s an OCSJ first – thanks to Skip!! Finish your income taxes and come out for a day of fun on the D&R Canal!! The paddling trip will be 10 miles from Firemen’s Eddy to Lower Ferry RD. Bikers will pedal a figure eight - meeting at Washington Crossing and biking up the towpath to greet the paddlers – then we’ll all continue together to Washington Crossing for lunch. After lunch we start together; paddlers to Lower Ferry Rd where the trip ends; bikers ride to Scudders and then turn around returning to WC. Bicyclers will enjoy a D- ride for about 2 hours; this is a perfect ride for beginning and intermediate bikers. There are geocaches along the way so bring your GPS!! Contact George & Leona F. at 609-259-3734.
• 9:00 a.m. DOG DAZE BIKE RIDE: This ride leaving from Shaw's Bridge Park is 33 miles at 11-14 mph. This rolling and hilly ride passes through beautiful rural Chester County. To reach Shaw's Bridge Park, travel north on Rt. 100 from the Chadds Ford Wawa. At Rt. 926 make a quick left and quick right TRO Creek Rd. At the Rt. 52 junction go straight and take the first left at the soccer field TRO Creek Rd. The park is 5 miles north of Wawa. Contact Ride Leaders: Barrie Jane Kintner at 610-361-0442 and Bob Wheeler at 302-239-6620.
• 9:00 a.m. BIKE RIDE AROUND: 14-16 mph, 50 miles. Start at Northampton Township Park, located at the corner of Bristol and Hatboro Roads, Warminster, PA. Now that we have all filed our extensions we can enjoy our ride into Hunterdon County. Contact Allen Herman at 215-750-1011.
• 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. Call 610-933-2210 or Chet Ritchie at 215-799-0203.
• 9:00 a.m. LUMS POND STATE PARK HIKE: Depart from Broad and Arch Sts. In front of Dunkin Donuts, Philadelphia or the park office at 10:00 a.m. From Interstate 95, take Route 896 south for 5.6 miles to Howell School Road to the left. Enjoy a spring hike in this 1757 acre park featuring Delaware's largest fresh water pond. 9-10 miles. Contact Leader: Edward Schellhase at 610-356-5927.
• 9:15 a.m. LVRR EMMAUS 4-MILE ROAD RCAE: Emmaus High School, 500 Macungie Avenue, Emmaus, PA. Call 610-264-9255.
• 9:30 a.m. ALAPOCAS RUN 8K: Wilmington Friends School, 101 School Road, Wilmington, DE. Call 303-576-2935.
• 10:00 a.m. MARK’S BIKE RIDE: Class D, 15-miles, 9-12 mph cruising pace. Easy going ride, designed to encourage newcomers. Meet at Lenape H.S., Church and Hartford Roads, Medford, NJ. Contact Leader: Mark Abrams at 856-667-4184.
• 10:00 a.m. EAGLEVIEW’S BIKE RIDE: 30-35 miles, Class: C+. Ride leaves from Eagleview’s upper parking lot at Brickside Grill. Contact Leaders: Jerry Cahill at 610-321-2535 and Bob Flagg at 610-269-2442.
• 10:00 a.m. PETER’S BRANDYWINE LOOP: 40+ miles, Class: B. Leaves promptly 10am from Swarthmore Septa stop, south side. A brief lunchstop at Chadd's Ford Wawa. Put the IRS behind you! We'll see tank farms and horse ranches, a waterfall and a beaver valley, a covered bridge and spring potholes ("hole!") in the roads. Oh, and also some geologic protuberances along the way. Rain or excessive cold cancels. Contact Peter Schmidt at 610-328-2375.
• 10:00 a.m. AT LOOP HIKE: Round Trip Road Miles: 30, Hike Distance: 5+ miles. Hike from Bake Oven Knob road on a Game Land road. We will then bushwack up to the AT, grab a view from Bear Rocks, return to Bake Oven Knob road via the AT. Bring Water and snacks please wear sturdy shoes. Meet at Eckerd Drug in Walnutport. Contact Leader: Jim Gabovitz at 610-262-3578.
• 10:00 a.m. OSWEGO RIVER PADDLE: We meet at Oswego Lake Put-In. Pack Lunch. Call or email to confirm. Contact Leader: Vicki S. at 856-256-9568.
• 10:00 a.m. CROWLEY TOWN TO HERMANN: 5 miles - moderate pace. Historic hike with Barbara Solem-Stull, the author of "Ghost Towns and Other Quirky Places in the New Jersey Pine Barrens." Bring snacks and treats to share after the hike. Meet at Crowleys Landing, Rt. 542, approximately 2 miles east of Batsto. Contact Leaders: Tom Neigel and Barbara Solem-Stull at 856-495-9618 or 609-206-3389.
• 11:00 a.m. WOMEN’S COLLEGE SOFTBALL: Drexel plays Georgia State at Buckley Field, Philadelphia. Call 215-895-1999.
• 11:00 a.m. PENNYPACK HIKE: Depart outside the Duncan Donuts, Caster and Bustleton Avenues, Philadelphia. We will hike in the central section of the Pennypack Park visiting both sides of the creek. 6-miles. Contact Leader: Don Greenberg at 215-934-5676.
• Noon 2007 ST. NORBERT TRACK: Grades 4-8, St. Norbert School, 50 Leopard Road, Paoli, PA. Call 610-418-0092.
• Noon WOMEN’S COLLEGE SOFTBALL: Delaware plays James Madison at Delaware Softball Diamond, Newark, PA. Call 302-UD1-HENS.
• Noon WOMEN’S COLLEGE SOFTBALL: Penn plays Cornell at Warren Field, Philadelphia. Call 215-898-3442.
• Noon WOMEN’S COLLEGE SOFTBALL: Temple plays Dayton at Ambler Softball Field, Philadelphia. Call 215-204-8742.
• 2:00 p.m. COMMUNITY DANCE FOR ALL AGES: Called by Ellie Knickman, Old Haverford Friends Meeting, 231 East Eagle Road, Havertown, PA. 610-399-3706.
• CHEERLEADING COMPETITION: Cheer Tech Competitions, Beast of the East 06-07, Wildwood Beach, Wildwood, NJ. Contact Joy at 609-846-2736.
• THE 4th ANNUAL FLICK-HORVAT SERIES: Schuylkill River, Philadelphia. Call 614-360-2922.

MONDAY, APRIL 16, 2007

• 10:00 a.m. TWO POND PADDLE: Two beautiful South Jersey ponds. First, East Creek Pond in Belleplain, Rt. 347. We’ll have lunch then caravan to Pickle Factory Pond in West Creek just off Rt. 47. Easy in and out of boats and no shuttle necessary. Option to paddle one or both ponds. Contact trip leader for participation and directions. Strong wind/bad weather will cancel. Contact Nancy T. at 609-628-3116.
• 10:00 a.m. EVANS BRIDGE HIKE: 5-miles, easy/moderate pace. Meet at Evans Bridge. Bad weather cancels. Contact Leaders: Norm Lucas at 609-654-5893 and Bill Schmitt at 856-767-1838.
• 5:30 p.m. PIKE CREEK BIKE RIDE: Evening rides departing from Ebenezer United Methodist Church parking lot on Polly Drummond Hill Rd in Pike Creek at 5:30 pm. Monday’s ride will be 20-32 miles at 13-15 mph over ultra hilly terrain. (Wednesday’s ride will be 23-32 miles but will average a faster pace, 15-17 mph ride over flat to rolling terrain.) Must have tire repair equipment and be able to use it. Both of these rides are pre-racing training rides for those riders who are considered at least B+ riders. You will not be dropped as long as you stay within the average pace range. We wait for everyone at the tops of all major climbs. You should have a cyclecomputer and understand how to use it. Send questions to Ride Leader: Aaron Chen at 302-731-1456.
• 6:00 p.m. MONDAY NIGHT HILL CLIMBING: Road Ride, Varied, Start at the Bikeworks, 500 Main Street, Harleysville, PA. Back by popular demand... Monday Night Hills returns again this year! Come explore the local topography and help prove the rumor that Pennsylvania is flat. The speed the distance will vary based on the group. No riders dropped. Contact Jason Meyers at 215-380-1990.
• 6:00 p.m. MONDAYS ON THE MAIL LINE BIKE RIDE: 8-18 mph, 20-30 miles. Start at the Church of the Saviour, 651 North Wayne Avenul, Wayne, PA. Are you trapped on the Main Line? Was your weekend a washout? Then try these Monday evening multi-level rides (category A, B, C and beginner ride) leaving from Church of the Saviour in Wayne, PA at BOTH 6:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Big parking lot and water/bathrooms. Terrain can be hilly. Looking for additional ride leaders for all categories. Contact Thomas G. Madle Sr. at 215-233-2578.
• 6:00 p.m. BICYCLE BARN BIKE RIDE: 14-16 mph, Ride to sunset. Start at The Bicycle Barn, 388 West Pothouse Road, Phoenixville, PA. Will mostly go into the low traffic areas of Chester County, but maybe go into areas of Montgomery County as well. As we get more people attending (hopefully), we will try to break the ride into different groups. Contact Chet Ritchie at 215-799-0203.

TUESDAY, APRIL 17, 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. WOMEN’S COLLEGE SOFTBALL: Delaware plays Villanova at Delaware Softball Diamond, Newark, PA. Call 302-UD1-HENS.
• 4:00 p.m. PRE-RIDE BIKE RIDE: 13-14 mph, 20-25 miles. Start at Hatboro Horsham High School, 899 Horsham Road, Horsham, PA. Ride into spring with a few more miles under your belt. We'll return to the lot at 5:50 p.m. to pick up the 6 p.m. crowd. Contact David C. Atkins at 215-675-4597.
• 5:15 p.m. WYOMING BIKE RIDE: Starting out with about 25 miles at 17-19 mph average. All roads will be flat and lightly traveled. Meet at the Wyoming Park in Wyoming, DE ready to ride at 5:15 pm. The park is located in Wyoming which is just south of Dover on Third Street. Just follow the railroad tracks. Third Street is next to Halls restaurant. Contact Ride Leader: Mike Stockslager 302-242-6676.
• 5:30 p.m. PIKE CREEK BIKE RIDE: Evening rides departing from Ebenezer United Methodist Church parking lot on Polly Drummond Hill Rd in Pike Creek at 5:30 pm. Wednesday’s ride will be 23-32 miles and will average 15-17 mph ride over flat to rolling terrain. (Monday’s ride will be 20-32 miles at a slower pace of 13-15 mph over ultra hilly terrain.) Must have tire repair equipment and be able to use it. Both of these rides are pre-racing training rides for those riders who are considered at least B+ riders. You will not be dropped as long as you stay within the average pace range. We wait for everyone at the tops of all major climbs. You should have a cyclecomputer and understand how to use it. Send questions to Ride Leader: Aaron Chen at 302-731-1456.
• 6:00 p.m. RED LION BIKE RIDE: Evening ride from Red Lion United Methodist Church, Rt. 71 and Church Road (next to Delaware Lawn and Garden), Bear, DE. There will be a "B" ride (15-18 mph) and a "C" ride (10-13 mph). If "A" riders show, their ride is a "Show & Go". The terrain is mostly flat and distance is between 25-35 miles, depending on speed and daylight. Provide your own tire repair equipment and be able to use it. Helmets required. Contact Ride Leaders: Bob & Helen Spinden at 302-834-4923 and Ed & Susan McNulty at 302-834-7429.
• 6:00 p.m. NEWARK BIKE RIDE: Leave from the Delaware Technology Park at the corner of Library and Wyoming Road in Newark, located across the road from the Pep Boys. Meet in the lot closest to the end of the Hall Trail. Pace will be 13-17 mph and distance will be 25-35 miles depending on speed and daylight. Terrain will be rolling hills. Tire repair equipment and helmet required. Contact Ride Leader: Roy Simonson at 302-463-9873-Cell, 302-737-5983-Home 302-366-7055-Work.
• 6:00 p.m. VOCABULARY BIKE RIDE: 15-20 miles, Class: C/C-. The Vocabulary Ride starts another season of spins through southern Delco. Beginners are welcome on this ride but are asked call at least a day before the ride. Meet us at the Pathmark on MacDade Blvd in Folsom, NJ. Contact Dave Trout at 610-368-0760.
• 6:00 p.m. BOOTHS CORNER BIKE RIDE: 15-25 miles, Class: C+/B-. Meet at Booths Corner, Route 491 (Naaman’s Creek Road). Mileage will increase/decrease dictated by amount of daylight. Terrain is flat to rolling and average speed 16-17mph. Contact Len at 610-558-6232.
• 6:00 p.m. TUESDAY EVENING IN HORSHAM BIKE RIDE: 15-16 mph, 18-32 miles. Start at Hatboro Horsham High School, 899 Horsham Road, Horsham, PA. "Touring the road in Montgomery County." Come join me in seeing what winter has done to the roads in Montgomery County. Let's see who has been spinning this winter and who has been a couch potato. Have the hills gotten steeper over the winter? Contact Richard Terry at 215-675-1536.
• 6:00 p.m. TUESDAY EVENING IN HORSHAM BIKE RIDE: 15-16 mph, 22-32 miles. Start at Hatboro Horsham High School, 899 Horsham Road, Horsham, PA. One of our most popular paces. In an effort to keep the groups at a reasonable size, we'll have several ride leaders at this pace. Contact Allen Herman at 215-750-1011.
• 6:00 p.m. TUESDAY EVENING IN HORSHAM BIKE RIDE: 17-18 mph, 26-36 miles. Start at Hatboro Horsham High School, 899 Horsham Road, Horsham, PA. "Touring the road in Montgomery County. Not quite the cardiac-arresting pace of the A/X, but an experienced fast group ride that will involve HILLS! Please note that when the hills get steeper, the average speed will be obviously slower. If we hit 18+ it is because everyone's legs were broken, either from the weekend's brutality, or the Tuesday night ride before! There will be no conscious effort to drop anyone on this ride. Contact Steve Scheetz at 610-636-8039.
• 6:00 p.m. TUESDAY EVNING AT NORTH PENN H.S. BIKE RIDE: 14-16 mph, 21-32 miles. Start at North Penn High School, 1340 Valley Forge Road, Lansdale, PA. A great workout pace on various routes that is sure to have some rolling hills and climbs. Contact Jay Sitkin at 215-362-8591.
• 6:00 p.m. TUESDAY EVNING AT NORTH PENN H.S. BIKE RIDE: 12-14 mph, 18-28 miles. Start at North Penn High School, 1340 Valley Forge Road, Lansdale, PA. An effective workout, but slow enough for those who would like to ease in to the riding season. Contact Kathleen Nieman at 215-362-5152.
• 6:10 p.m. CYCLESPORT BIKE RIDE: 20+/- miles, Class: B. Meet at CycleSport bike shop on 252 & State Road in Media for a road bike ride to the surrounding area. Call the shop anytime for details and to check if the ride is going as planned if the weather is questionable. Distance is according to available daylight during the early days. Pace is around 14-15 and can be split into two groups for newer riders. Contact Harry at 610-565-9535.
• 6:15 p.m. TUESDAY AFTER WORK WALKER: 2.8 miles, moderate pace. Knight’s Park in Collingswood for a loop of the park on paved walkways.We stop at twilight. Bad weather cancels. Meet at the start of the internal park loop off Collings Ave and Colford road across from the Collingswood High School. Contact Leader: Tom Neigel at 609-206-3389.

TUESDAY-TUESDAY, APRIL 13-29, 2007

• TUESDAY NIGHT SWING DANCE: Ballroom on High, Old Eagle Lodge, 310 E High Street, Pottstown, PA. Everyone is welcome to a practice dance night every Tuesday from 9-11 pm for getting your ''swing'' in step. Smoke-free historic 4000 square-foot ballroom; no experience necessary. Dance classes held prior to dance (please call or visit the official website for information on lessons). See you on the floor! Call 610-348-6727.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18, 2007

• 9:30 a.m. DOC’S BIKE RIDE: 30-60 miles, Class: B/B-. Start at 320 Market Cafe, 713 S. Chester Rd, Swarthmore, Pa. Various local routes starting from the Swarthmore area. Sometimes a lunch stop. Foul weather cancels ride. Call ahead of time for weekly plans. Contact Larry Green at 610-544-5799.
• 10:00 a.m. HIKE TO HADDONFIELD FOR LUNCH: 7 miles, brisk pace. A loop hike. We will hike through several parks to Haddonfield and eat lunch at a small pizza restaurant. Then return by a different route. Meet at the National Guard Armory parking lot at North Park Blvd. and Grove Street in Cherry Hill. This meeting place is one block from the intersection of Route #70 and Haddonfield Road / Grove Street. Contact Leaders: Barb & Ray Wittkop at 856-662-4012.
• 10:00 a.m. EVANS BRIDGE TO MARTHA'S FURNACE HIKE: 6 to 8 miles, easy to moderate pace. Hike along the Batona Trail to Martha, then by pine roads to Harrisville Lake, returning by the lake trail to Evans Bridge. Meet at Evans Bridge. Bring lunch. Contact Leader: Janet Horton at 856-461-5771.
• 10:00 a.m. 3B HIKE (BOARDWALK, BRIDGE, BEACH) - OCEAN CITY: 7 miles, moderate pace. Walk 1-1/2 miles on boardwalk, 2 miles thru Gardens to Longport Bridge. Lunch at fishing pier pavilion on bridge, back over bridge on beach to boardwalk (if conditions permit). Meet at 12th Street pavilion on Ocean City boardwalk. Park at lot between 11th & 12th Streets on Ocean Ave., NJ. Contact Leader: Noel Wirth at 609-399-8306.
• 2:00 p.m. WOMEN’S COLLEGE SOFTBALL: Temple plays Saint Joseph’s at Ambler Softball Field, Philadelphia. Call 215-204-8742.
• 3:00 p.m. WOMEN’S COLLEGE SOFTBALL: Penn plays Drexel at Warren Field, Philadelphia. Call 215-898-3442.
• 6:00 p.m. ROSE TREE PARK N BIKE RIDE: 15+/- miles, Class: C. Meet me at Rose Tree Park , Rte. 252 near Media, PA for a hilly but gentle ride through Ridley Creek State Park and the surrounding area. We might even try some new roads. No worries, no one dropped. Contact Dom Zuppo at 610-544-8630.
• 6:00 p.m. ROSE TREE PARK N BIKE RIDE: 20 miles, Class: B/B+. Start at Rose Tree Park on Rt. 252 go through Ridley State Park and beyond. As day gets longer so does the ride... with a hill or two....Contact Brian Wade at 610-254-9485.
• 6:00 p.m. BUCKEY’S BIKE RIDE: 40 miles, Class: B-/C+. Join my for a ride through Montgomery county every Wednesday evening, as long as the weather cooperates. We will leave Lansdale for a 40 mile ride and sometimes we will meet up with the Suburban Cyclists Wednesday riders. Please call or E-mail me if you are planning to ride, so I will not leave without you. Contact Doug Bower at 610-952-0562.
• 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY EVENING BIKE RIDE: 12-20 mph, varies. Start at Indian Valley Middle School, Maple & Gruber Avenues, Harleyville, PA. Meet and ride. Terry will have ride leaders for all speeds. Break up into speed appropriate groups and ride. Of course new ride leaders are always welcome. Terry can provide cue sheets if you need them. Contact Terry Capaldi at 215-368-7981.
• 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY EVENING IN HARLEYSVILLE BIKE RIDE: 14-15 mph, 15-32 miles, Start at Indian Valley Middle School, Maple & Gruber Avenues, Harleyville, PA. Come with us as we enjoy the scenic roads of Harleysville and beyond. Rides will be moderately rolling with a few climbs. A few trips are planned to the Ridge and several to Bucks County. As the season goes along, our group gets larger. No one dropped. Bob Fuerst and guest leaders. Contact Robert Fuerst at 610-287-3352.
• 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY EVENING IN HARLEYSVILLE BIKE RIDE: 15-16 mph, 22-32 miles. Start at Indian Valley Middle School, Maple & Gruber Avenues, Harleyville, PA. Distance varies according to daylight. We ride in the areas north, west and east of Harleysville, seldom to the south. This means rolling terrain with some interesting hills and light car traffic. We ride a variety of routes with shorter, easier rides in the spring, and longer, harder rides as everyone gets stronger. This is a very popular and sometimes large group. No one will be dropped, but everyone is expected to keep the pace. Contact Joseph Cornell at 215-723-6249.
• 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY EVENING IN HARLEYSVILLE BIKE RIDE: 8-10 mph, 8-12 miles. Start at Indian Valley Middle School, Maple & Gruber Avenues, Harleyville, PA. “Totally Family” family ride. This ride will be mostly bike trail riding through the Harleysville area. All family riders are encouraged to come out (including those tiny tricycles). On a hot summer evening, we even stop from time to time at a local ice cream shop for a special treat! No riders dropped. Contact Michelle McCoach at 215-513-0986.
• 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY EVENING IN HARLEYSVILLE BIKE RIDE: 17-18 mph, 17-38 miles. Start at Indian Valley Middle School, Maple & Gruber Avenues, Harleyville, PA. Start the season riding at a faster pace (you did stay in shape this winter, didn’t you?) Routes range from moderately to aggressively rolling terrain and lots of hills. In no time we will be doing the Swamp Creek loops. No riders dropped – regroup at top of hills. Contact Joe Lavery at 610-754-7913.