THURSDAY-THURSDAY, OCT. 18-28, 2007

• 6:00 p.m. SALSA CLASSES: Tango 411 Studio, 119 Gayley Street, Media, PA. Call 610-864-2323.

THURSDAY-TUESDAY, OCT. 18-30, 2007

• CROSS COUNTRY: Open to Boys & Girls Grades 2 – 8 in Media, PA. Call 610-565-2573.
• VARSITY SOCCER: Open to Boys & Girls Grades 7 – 8 in Media, PA. Call 610-565-2573.
• J.V. VOLLEYBALL: Open to Girls Grades 5 – 6 in Media, PA. Call 610-565-2573.

THURSDAY-WEDNESDAY, OCT. 18-31, 2007

• VARSITY SOCCER, FIELD HOCKEY, VOLLEYBALL: Open to Boys & Girls Grades 7 – 8, SMM, Media, PA. Call 610-565-2573.
• JUNIOR VARSITY SOCCER, FIELD HOCKEY, VOLLEYBALL: Open to Boys & Girls Grades 5 – 6, SMM, Media, PA. Call 610-565-2573.

THURSDAY-THURSDAY, OCT. 18-NOV. 1, 2007

• 6:30 a.m. PUNK ROCK BOOT CAMP: Punk Rock Boot Camp is an hour-long, high-intensity fitness workout. It is a great way to get exercise in if you're on vacation. There are drop-in morning classes during the week at 6:30 a.m. m for only $10, and weekend drop-in classes at 10 am for only $5. Workouts take place at Penn's Landing and historic Penn Treaty Park, Columbus Boulevard - on the Riverfront, between Market and Pine Streets, Philadelphia. Call 215-928-8801.

THURSDAY-SATURDAY, OCT. 18-NOV 17, 2007

• GIRLS ON THE RUN: Program is a national experiential program which combines training for a 5K (3.1 mile) race/walk with curriculum designed to promote good choices for a lifetime of self-respect and healthy living. Girls gain a stronger acceptance of themselves and others, a healthier body image and an understanding of what it means to be part of a team.GOTR program is a national experiential program which combines training for a 5K (3.1 mile) race/walk with curriculum designed to promote good choices for a lifetime of self-respect and healthy living. Girls gain a stronger acceptance of themselves and others, a healthier body image and an understanding of what it means to be part of a team, New Castle County, 2216 Gilpin Avenue, Wilmington, DE. Call 302-893-2222.
• 2007 RTSC FALL INTRAMURAL PROGRAM: Fall 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. We play every weekend (weather permitting) at Cherry Street Park or Indian Lane School, Media, PA and players are grouped according to their age (4 – 13 years). ALL Girls and Boys will play in separate Divisions. Call 610-565-4078.
• MILLVILLE SOCCER ASSOCIATION FALL 2007 REGISTRATION: Teams (ranging from age 4 to 14) and 16 Travel teams (ranging from age 7 to 18), Millville Soccer Complex, 2 North Sharp Street, Millville, NJ. Call 856-293-0377.

THURSDAY-SUNDAY, OCT 18-NOVEMBER 18, 2007

• PHILADELPHIA GALLOWAY TRAINING PROGRAM: Is open to anyone who is interested in fulfilling a lifetime goal: to run a marathon, half marathon, 10K, 10 miler or just get started. The training group welcomes all levels, from beginners to Boston qualifiers. Pace groups are set up to ensure a comfortable and safe training pace for every ability. This low mileage run/walk program will prepare people for an incredible achievement. A high percentage of participants, including beginners, continue this lifestyle change after the completion of their goal. Call 717-396-1116.

THURSDAY-FRIDAY, OCT. 18-NOV. 30, 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, Cinnaminson Memorial Park, Cinnaminson, NJ. Call 856-829-1380 Option 4.
• MNSA 2007 FALL SEASON: Recreational and competitive levels for boys and girls ages 5 and up, various locations in the local area in Broomall and Newtown Township, PA. Call 610-355-0666.
• LBGC FALL 2007 INTRAMURAL AND TRAVEL SOCCER: Under 9, 10, 12, 14, 15, 16 and 17 for girls, Ardmore Avenue Snack Bar, Ardmore & Essex Avenues, Lansdowne, PA. Call 610-623-8031.

THURSDAY-SATURSDAY, OCT. 18-DEC. 1, 2007

• PLATOON FITNESS OUTDOOR TRAINING: Our daily outdoor fitness consists of structured, disciplined group exercises designed to give you a full workout: rain or shine. (Exercise is not weather dependent!). Inside, you won't find a lot of TVs, mirrors or weights at our facilities; instead expect to see people exercising using ropes hanging from the rafters, the staircase, giant tractor tires and kettlebells, Bryn Mawr, PA. Call 1-888-PLATOON (1-888-752-8666).
• 2007 URA FIELD HOCKEY: Field Hockey is open to all girls in the Unionville-Chadds Ford School District entering the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, or 6th grades in Unionville, PA. Call 302-636-8670.
• SOCCER, FIELD HOCKEY, CHEERLEADING, CROSS COUNTRY: St. Pius X, 220 Lawrence Road, Broomall, PA. Call 610-353-1557.
• PHOENIXVILLE AREA SOCCER CLUB: U8 Girls, U10 Boys, U10 Girls and U13 Girls. Travel teams based on selection: U10-U16 (Girls), U10-U19 (Boys), Suburban U12-U17 co-ed, CAT Pickering Fields, Phoenixville, PA. Call 610-935-7940.
• DOYLESTOWN ROCK GYM/ADVENTURE CENTER: 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.

THURSDAY-THURSDAY, OCT. 18-DEC. 6, 2007

• 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, OCT. 19, 2007

• 9:00 a.m. BOWLING LEAGUE BURLINGTON COUNTY: Medford Lanes, 665 Stokes Road, Medford, NJ. Part of Virtua's VIP program for mature adults. Calling all pros & novices. Call 1-888-Virtua-3 (1-888-847-8823).
• 10:30 a.m. SOUL LINE DANCING LESSONS: Slim & Tone, 1224 Haddonfield-Berlin Road, Voorhees, NJ. Get ready to dance yourself into good health. A great & fun way to build cardiovascular endurance, strengthen and tone your muscles to music. For all fitness levels. To register, call toll-free 1-888-Virtua-3 (1-888-847-8823).
• 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, OCT 19-21, 2007

• Hiking & Camping Weekend Lehigh Gorge SP, Pa: 6 miles mod-strenuous. Hike Mt. Pisah Sat. with its beautiful views of the Lehigh River and the town of Jim Thorpe. Sunday hike or mountain bike the Switch back trail along the river. Contact Leader for meeting place and time for both hikes. Camping Friday & Sat. nights at Mauch Chunk Lake SP. Or just come up for hike or bike portion. Great time to be in the Pocono Mts. Contact leader for additional info. Contact Leader: Paul Serdiuk at 609-462-3593 eve.

SATURDAY, OCT. 20, 2007

• 7:30 a.m. EASTERN PA 150K/200K BIKE RIDE: College Hill, 300 West Burke Street, Easton, PA. Call 610-559-1145.
• 8:00 a.m. GOOD LOOKING STRIDES 5K RUN: Connolly Park, Centennial Blvd., Voorhees, NJ. Call 856-873-5524.
• 8:00 a.m. GRANOGUE CX RACE BIKE RIDE: Get in a ride and watch the cyclocross races at Granogue. A beautiful duPont estate + skilled racers riding bikes that look like road machines fitted with knobby tires + a challenging course of dirt, grass, and asphalt with steep climbs and sharp turns + great spectator viewing = a good time! Leave the parking area at Granogue (2900 Montchanin Road, Wilmington, DE 19807--look for the road bikes) for a 60+/- loop at 14 mph to watch the afternoon CX races. We'll ride through Northbrook, Unionville, Landenberg, Yorklyn, and past Hoopes Reservoir. The route is a mix of flat, rolling, and hilly terrain. Parking at Granogue was $2 per car last year and the proceeds went toward travel expenses for amateur riders from the U.S. racing in the Cyclocross World Championships in Europe. The fee will probably be the same this year. Alternate start is behind the Wawa in Chadds Ford along Route 1 at about 8:15 a.m. – no fee. Bring money for refreshments along the way. Food and beverages will also be available for sale at the race site in the afternoon. Katie Compton--three time U.S. National Cyclocross Champion, Silver Medallist in the 2007 Cyclocross World Championship, Delaware native, and former member of both WCBC and FSVS--won last year's race. She will likely be defending this year. For a link to registered racers, contact me the week prior to the race. I won't lead a road ride if it rains, but I will attend the race regardless of the weather. Mud just makes it more fun! Join me either way. Contact Ride Leader: Jeff Butcher at 302-737-3660.
• 8:00 a.m. KESWICK CYCLES BIKE RIDE: Class A, 40 miles, 20-22 mph cruising pace. Arrive by 7:45 AM 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. Please call 856-795-0079.
• 8:30 a.m. 4th ANNUAL SET THE PACE TO EDUCATE 5K RUN: Martin Luther King Drive (formerly West River Dr.), Philadelphia, PA. Call 215-751-8022.
• 8:30 a.m. NETHER PROVIDENCE TOWNSHIP 2nd ANNUAL RACE FOR OUR FIRST RESPONDERS AND FAMILY SAFETY RALLY: Nether Providence Elementary School 410 Moore Road, Wallingford, PA. Call 610-891-6815.
• 8:30 a.m. DREAMER'S WAY TO NORTHBROOK BIKE RIDE: 55+ miles, Class: B-. Meet at Planet Fitness parking lot in Aston PA at Pennell/Route 452) & Marionville Roads 1/2 block from the NEW Super Wawa. We'll ride the dreamy way out to Northbrook and back. And remember, this ain't no stinking flat ride so expect hills. Rain cancels the ride. Contact Debbie Chaga at 610-494-3033.
• 8:30 a.m. BRANYWINE 27 BIKE RIDE: 30+/- miles, Class: C/C-. Meet at Pocopson Elementary School off of Rte 926 to ride the Brandywine 27 mile route. We'll take our time, but be forewarned that there are some hills. No one will be dropped. Cue sheets. Bring snacks and water. Rain Cancels. Contact Cheryl Lynch at 610-356-3123.
• 8:30 a.m. PEACE VALLEY/LAKE GALENA LOOP HIKE: Round Trip Road Miles: 45 Hike Distance: 6.5 miles, Loop hike of Lake Galena starting and ending at the Peace Valley Nature Center. This is a 6.5 mile loop hike of the lake. Most of the trail is flat and paved. Lake Galena is home to many migrating waterfowl. Also, you may have a chance to see a pair of Bald Eagles. Call for meeting time and place. No dogs. Rain cancels. Contact Leader: Ed Vatza at 610-838-7890.
• 9:00 a.m. NEWARK MAIN STREET MILE: Fast, Flat Course Down Main Street in Newark, DE Race begins at the Library and ends at the Deer Park. Starts at Fusion Fitness, 280 East Main Street, Newark, DE. Call 302-738-4580.
• 9:00 a.m. TRIMAX REALLY FUN RIDLEY 5K/10K RUN: Ridley Creek State Park, 1023 Sycamore Mills Road, Media, PA. Call 610-780-8034.
• 9:00 a.m. JOHN S. CHARLTON 5K RUN: Roma Italian Restaurant, 3 President Drive, Dover, DE. Call 302-674-3213.
• 9:00 a.m. 10th ANNUAL ANGEL 5K RUN: Cooper River Park, Jack Curtis Stadium, North Park Drive, Pennsauken, NJ. Call 856-858-2037.
• 9:00 a.m. COVERED BRIDGE CLASSIC 10-MILE RUN: Atglen, PA. Call 610-593-6538.
• 9:00 a.m. 2nd ANNUAL 5K RUN FOR OUR FIRST RESPONDERS: Nether Providence Elementary School and Garden City Fire House in Wallingford, PA. Contact Christine Reuther at 610-891-6815.
• 9:00 a.m. SUPPORT SIDOTI 5K RUN: National Park Fire House, 523 Hessian Avenue, National Park, NJ. Contact Tom Sullivan at 609-381-4333.
• 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. NORTH OF COATESVILLE BIKE RIDE: Join us for a 50 mile, hilly-to-rolling ride at 14-15 mph. Meet at the intersection of Route 82 (Manor Road) and Fairview Road at the old St. Peter and Paul Catholic church parking lot about 8 miles north of Coatesville on Route 82. Turn right onto Fairview to reach the parking lot. We will stop at Mom's Ice Cream Stand right after the ride. Other stops as needed. Contact Ride Leaders: Dwight Siers at 302-377-5837.
• 9:00 a.m. HARVEST STOMP-CLOGGING EXTRAVAGANZA: Stanton Grange, 16 County Road 618, Lebanon, NJ. Call 908-852-4781.
• 9:00 a.m. TOM'S PULL BIKE RIDE: Class C+, 40 miles, 14-16 mph cruising pace. Social ride, food stop, good conversation. Meet at Lenape H.S., Church and Hartford Roads, Medford, NJ. Contact Leader: Tom S. at 609-859-9116.
• 10:00 a.m. ELLIS ATHLETIC CENTER 5K RUN: Elliis Athletic Center, 3819 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA. Call 610-355-7360.
• 10:00 a.m. MONSTER MASH 5K DASH: Bethlehem, PA. Call 610-867-7588.
• 10:00 a.m. 10th ANNUAL HARBOR SEAL 5K RUN: Sawmill Café Seaside Park Boardwalk, NJ. Call 609-266-0538 and Lori Viggiano at 732-963-7087.
• 10:00 a.m. 2nd DEWEY BEACH TEAM MARATHON RELAY & MUSIC FESTIVAL: 2 person/4 person team marathon relay. Fast flat route starting and finishing at Ruddertown through the residential neighborhood of Seabreeze with turnaround in Spring Lake Community, Ruddertown, Highway One at Dickinson Street, Dewey Beach, DE. Contact Wayne S. Kursh, race director, at 302-654-6400.
• 10:00 a.m. APPLE DUMPLING BIKE RIDE: Meet at the Daniel Boone Homestead for a 30 mile C+ pace ride. Bring $ for apple dumplings at the church festival. The DB Homestead is located on Daniel Boone Road off of Rt. 422. Contact Maliya at 610-363-3538.
• 10:00 a.m. OCTOBERFEST BIKE RIDE: Class D, 20 miles 9-12 mph cruising pace. Ride 15 miles to the home of Joan & Bill Hess for this annual cookout. Bratwurst, beer, and much more will be provided by our hosts. Five mile return to the start location: Southampton Municipal Building at Rte 206 & Retreat Road. Contact Leader: Bill H. at 609-859-3471.
• 11:30 a.m. SCHUYLKILL BANKS REGATTA: 5,000 meters. Bartram's Garden/Finish: Philadelphia Art Museum (straight upstream course), 4900 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA. Call 215-487-9674.
• Noon URBAN DARE PHILADELPHIA: Part running - part trivia quiz - part skill challenges - 2 person teams - solve clues to find checkpoints. Start at Schuylkill River Park, Spruce & 26th Streets, Philadelphia, PA. Call 703-937-1769.
• 2:30 p.m. 4th ANNUAL "MRS. CAP" MEMORIAL 5K RUN: Ursuline Academy, 1106 Pennsylvania Ave., Wilmington, DE (registration and sign in on North Franklin St. entrance to parking lot. Call 302-658-7158.
• 6:15 p.m. EMMAUS HALLOWEEN PARADE 5K RUN: Start at 9th and Chestnut Street. Course Follows Parade Route, Emmaus, PA. Call 610-437-6356.
• 8:00 p.m. DANCE BENEFIT AT SWINGKAT: Ballroom on High, 2nd floor, 310 East High St., Pottstown, PA. Call 610-348-6727.
• RUN 2 REMEMBER 5K RUN: Haddon Heights, NJ. Call 856-310-0513.
• CHEERLEADING COMPETITION: Chocolate City Challenge, Hershey Park Arena, Hershey, PA. Contact Michael Bolden at 630-226-9550.

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, OCT. 20 & 21, 2007

• WILDCAT SCARY BAT TOURNAMENT-SOFTBALL: Cedarville Road Sports Complex, Millville, New Jersey Cedarville Road, Millville, NJ. Call 856-327-2083.
• BOWLING: Bowlerama Lanes, 3031 New Castle Avenue, New Castle, DE. Call 302-654-0263.
• BACKPACK THE AT in New Jersey Culvers Gap to High Point: 14.5 miles. Enjoy fall foliage. This section is mostly ridge top and has several great viewpoints along the way. Back to cars by noon Sunday. Intermediate. Contact Leader: Bruce S. at 609-448-4361.

SUNDAY, OCT. 21, 2007

• 7:30 a.m. CONESTOGA TRAIL HIKE: Depart 69th Street, Philadelphia. THIS IS A SHUTTLE HIKE, SO WE NEED CARS. From Martic Forge we follow Pequea Creek southwest to the Susquehanna River. Fine views of Lake Aldred Gorge, deep wooded glens, large rock formations. Several long arduous climbs. STRENUOUS 12 miles. Contact Leader: David Stein at 215-508-5915.
• 8:00 a.m. THE EDGE ADVENTURE RACE: Approximate distances: 5 miles of running, trekking, orienteering; 10 miles of mountain biking; 5 miles of canoe paddling plus fun team challenges, Co-ed or single gender teams of 2-3, 1302 Spellman Drive, Downingtown, PA. Call 866-338-5167.
• 8:00 a.m. ROTATION LEADER BIKE RIDE: Class 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. Meet at Cherry Hill East H.S., Kresson Road, NJ. Contact Leader: Tony M. at 609-828-0268.
• 8:30 a.m. 19th ANNUAL BOW TREE 5K RUN: Bow Tree, 1603 Bow Tree Drive, West Chester, PA. Call 215-569-5606.
• 8:30 a.m. EVEN MORE FALL FOLIAGE BIKE RIDE: Let the leaf-peepers flee to New England, we've got great color and easier hills right here around the PA-DE border. Join us for 50 or 75 miles at 15-17 mph. Route notes will be provided and no one gets dropped. Two rest stops at Northbrook Orchards. Meet in the parking lot across from the Delaware Children's Theater, Pennsylvania Ave (Rt. 52) and Rt. 95 Exit 7 (Jackson St) in Wilmington, DE. Contact Ride Leader: Ed Weirauch at 302-528-8847.
• 9:00 a.m. THIN BLUE LINE 5K RUN: Gwynedd Mercy College, 1325 Sumneytown Pike, Gwynedd Valley, PA. Call 215-542-5673.
• 9:00 a.m. AIDS WALK PHILLY 10K: Eakins Oval, in front of the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The route goes up Kelly Drive crosses Falls Bridge and back down Martin Luther King Drive (formerly West River Drive) to return back to Eakins Oval, Philadelphia. Call 215-731-9255.
• 9:00 a.m. HIGHLAND ORCHARDS BIKE RIDE: 30 miles, Class: C. Meet at Chadd's Ford Elementary School. We'll make one stop at Highland Orchards, so bring money for food and produce. Contact Steve Bertolini at 302-529-1122.
• 9:00 a.m. CANAL HIKE: Round Trip Road Miles: 18, Hike Distance: 7+ miles. Hike the Weissport section of the D&L towpath. Historic hike on the canal with optional visit to Walnutport Canal Festival. Bring lunch and water, but save room for more food if going to the canal festival. Meet at Eckard Drug, Rt. 145 in Walnutport. Contact Leader: Carl Griffin at 610-760-0479.
• 9:00 a.m. FRAN'S FAMOUS BAGEL BIKE RIDE: Class C, 35 miles, 12-14 mph cruising pace. Fran stops again for bagels. Meet at Moorestown High School, Bridgeboro Rd., Moorestown, NJ. Contact Leader: Fran H. at 856-786-0048.
• 9:00 a.m. FRAN'S FAMOUS BAGEL BIKE RIDE: Class C, 35 miles, 12-14 mph cruising pace. Fran stops again for bagels. Meet at Moorestown High School, Bridgeboro Rd., Moorestown, NJ. Contact Leader: Fran H. at 856-786-0048.
• 9:00 a.m. MAGGIE'S C MINUS BIKE RIDE: Class C-/D+, 30 miles, 11-13 mph cruising pace. This one's not hilly. Lumberton Municipal Building, 35 Municipal Drive, NJ. Contact Leader: Maggie H. at 609.518.8906.
• 9:00 a.m. TOUCANS DELAWARE CITY ICE CREAM BIKE RIDE: Leave out of People's Plaza in Glasgow by the recycling bins (next to Safeway). Pace will be 15-16 mph. Join us as we ramble through New Castle on our way to ice cream in Delaware City, 35-40 miles total. Singles, bents and tandems welcome. Call if the weather is questionable. Contact Ride Leaders: Roy and Theresa Simonson at 302-463-9873.
• 9:15 a.m. CARBON COUNTY, PA HIKE: 8 to 10 miles. Easy to moderate pace. Depart from Germantown & Rex Avenues in Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia or meet in Macy's parking lot adjacent to Germantown Pike at Plymouth Meeting Mall (off PA turnpike interchange # 333 - Norristown) for departure at 9:30 a.m. sharp. We will hike somewhere in scenic Carbon County, PA. Possibility of some water crossings and bushwhacking. Fall colors should be around their peak in this area. Contact Leaders: Milt Cannan at 856-983-9076.
• 9:30 a.m. THE 13th ANNUAL 2-MILE RUN FOR LUPUS: Washington Lake Park, 626 Hurffville Cross Keys Road, Sewell, NJ. Call 856-424-0255.
• 9:30 a.m. WESTTOWN AND BEYOND BIKE RIDE: 62?? Miles, Class: B/B+. Meet at the Moylan Rose Valley train station at Manchester and Woodward Roads for a ride over the classic routes of the DVBC. Go through western Delaware County, Chester County and maybe Delaware. Plenty of hills, farms and creeks. I'm thinking of possibly going farther to Marsh Creek State Park this time increasing the distance to 75-80 miles. Contact Ira Josephs at 610-565-4058.
• 9:30 a.m. CARBON COUNTY, PA HIKE: Depart Germantown and Rex Avenues, Philadelphia. Suburban hikers may meet at Ply. Mtg. for departure. We will hike somewhere in Carbon County, PA. Possible water crossings and some bushwhacking. Fall colors should be around their peak in this area. 8-10 miles. Contact Leaders: Milt Cannan at 856-983-9076.
• 9:30 a.m. PADDLE ON THE GREAT EGG HARBOR RIVER: Route 54 to Piney Hollow. Plenty of twists and turns, branches and portages. We meet at Route 54 north of the ramp from 322. Sorry no rentals, experienced only. Contact Leader: Vicki S. at 856-256-9568.
• 10:00 a.m. THREE TRAILS HIKE: 10 miles, moderate pace. We go through the Atsion woods using a combination of trails. Fall foliage may be in color. Bring lunch, beverage. Meet at Atsion, in field off Rt. 206, just past the recreation area sign. Contact Leader: Joseph Trujillo at 856-468-4849.
• 10:00 a.m. BATSTO FALL FESTIVAL HIKE: 9 miles, moderate pace. Walk the nature trail up the Batsto River to Goodwater bridge. Then return to Batsto Village to visit the festival. Bring lunch. Meet in woods opposite Pleasant Mills church, off Rt 542. Just before the Batsto entrance. Contact Dave and Julie Hegelein at 856-235-8792.
• 2:00 p.m. SUNDAY AFTERNOON BIKE RIDE: 13-15 mph, 20-30+ miles. Start at Indian Valley Middle School, Maple & Gruber Avenues, Harleyville, PA. Not an early riser? Busy in the AM? This ride's for you! We'll travel over some favorite roads from the IVMS evening rides. Rolling terrain. Rain cancels ride. Bring food and drink. No one dropped. Am considering making this a twice a month thing all winter, depending on response. Might be able to add more miles, not sure about my evening schedule yet. Contact Monica Coleman at 610-547-1430.
• NORRISTOWN FARM PARK 4-MILE RUN: Norristown Farm Park in Norristown, PA. Call 215-368-3835.
• FROSTY KEARNY 10K RUN: Hamburg, PA. Call 610-562-7909.
• CHEERLEADING COMPETITION: Cheer Unity 2007, Catasauqua Area High School, Catasauqua, PA. Contact Misty Lewis at 610-443-5029.

MONDAY, OCT. 22, 2007

• 10:00 a.m. MEDFORD SCARECROW HIKE: 5 miles, moderate pace. We'll hike along Rancocas Creek and then loop through Medford Village to see the scarecrows along Main Street. The scarecrows are created by youth, school and community organizations and are a real treat to see. Meet at Freedom Park on Union Street in Medford, NJ. Contact Leader Evelyn Goldner at 609-654-9210.

TUESDAY, OCT. 23, 2007

• 10:00 a.m. TUESDAY AM LANSDALE BIKE RIDE: 13-15 mph, 25-30 miles. Start at Whites Road Park, Whites Road, Lansdale, PA. Evening rides may be over, but my AM ride is still rolling. We'll ride on gently rolling scenic roads, often heading towards Evansburg and Harleysville. Rain or imminent threat of rain cancels ride. We ride on Thursday if it rains Tues. No one dropped. Whites Road runs 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.
• 6:00 p.m. VOCABULARY BIKE RIDE: 15+/- miles, Class: C-/C. Meet at Parking Lot at 320 Produce Market (719 S Chester Rd. Swathlmore) for an easy paced ride through the Swarthmore, Wallingford and Ridley Twp. Beginners welcome. No one dropped. Must have lights-front and back. Contact Betsy Ffrench at 610-544-8253.
• HEALTHY APPROACHES TO EATING: Jefferson University Hospital, 111 South 11th Street, Philadelphia. There are so many diets but which ones really work? Identify healthy approaches to weight loss and disease prevention and discuss which diets promote safe and healthy weigh loss. Call 1-800-JEFF-NOW.

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 24, 2007

• 9:00 a.m. CANOE / KAYAK TOMS RIVER: Follow the route of the Annual Toms River Canoe Race without the competition. Ten miles of changing scenery and river conditions from park and forest to open bay and river. Contact leaders to confirm participation. We will meet at Friendly's on Rt. 37, just past mile post 4, on the East bound side. Come early and join us for breakfast. Bring five quarters for the parking meter at the take out. Joe Logan at 609-634-1542.
• 9:30 a.m. DOC'S BIKE RIDE: 35-60 miles, Class: B-. Various routes from Swarthmore. Leaves from 320 Market parking lot. Probably a lunch stop. Foul weather cancels ride. Contact Larry Green at 610-544-5799.
• 10:00 a.m. AROUND THE LAKE HIKE: 7-8 miles at a MODERATE PACE. Bring lunch and rain gear and meet us at ATSION IN THE FIELD BY THE RANGER STATION. Contact Leaders Pat Burton at 856-767-8064 and Christine Denneler at 856-461-5379.
• 10:00 a.m. FREE LECTURE: MASSAGE THERAPY "MASSAGING YOUR WAY TO HEALTH": MossRehab/Einstein at Elkins Park, 60 East Township Line Road, Conference Room G3, Philadelphia. Join us as a MossRehab certified massage therapist discusses various types of therapeutic massage, how to find a good therapist and when to avoid getting a massage. Refreshments served. Call 215-456-7800.
• 4:30 p.m. BEAT THE DARKNESS, STAY IN SHAPE BIKE RIDE: 17-18 mph, 30+ miles approx. Start at Indian Valley Middle School, Maple & Gruber Avenues, Harleysville, PA. Continuing Wednesday nite rides, moving start time to 4:30 p.m. ride departure. Ride to North Montgomery and Bucks Co. Hills included, riders expected to keep pace. Beautiful scenery. Rain cancels. Contact Joseph W. Phelps at 215-723-5007.
• 5:15 p.m. ASTON HILL CLIMBING SOCIETY BIKE RIDE: 10-15 miles, Class: All. Join Dan & Debbie as the AHCS meets for hill repeaters on old favorites including Cemetery Hill, Red Hill Rd, Convent Rd and a new one Dan is dying to show you. Meet at Planet Fitness, Aston PA at Pennell Road (Route 452) & Marionville Rd. This is a great way to get a quick workout in and a Rita's water ice afterwards. All riders welcome since you do the hills at your own pace. Rain cancels the ride. Contact Debbie Chaga at 610-494-3033.
• 6:00 p.m. CONSHOHOCKEN TO ART MUSEUM "NIGHT LIGHTS" BIKE RIDE: 14-18 mph, 27 miles. Start at the SEPTA parking lot beneath the bridge, East Elm & Harry Streets, Conshohocken, PA. for a 27 mile round trip "Night Lights" road ride to the Philly Art Museum. Must have strong front lights and rear flashing lights. 5 minute bathroom / snack break at Lloyd Hall. Returns to Conshohocken by 8:30 p.m. Rain or starting temp. below 45F cancels ride. Contact Thomas G. Madle Sr. at 215-233-2578.