THURSDAY-FRIDAY, FEB. 14-23, 2008

• 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 Rec. Free. Call 609-522-2955 to register.
• OPTIMIST BASKETBALL LEAGUE: Co-ed winter basketball league on Saturday mornings for 6th-8th graders, North Wildwood Recreation Center. Call 609-522-2955 to register.

THURSDAY-WEDNESDAY, FEB. 14-27, 2008

• EVENING CLASS-VINYASA YOGA: University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, 3260 South Street, Philadelphia. First of Six Wednesdays: Explore the world of yoga with instructor Lauren Brown, Certified Yoga Teacher, in the beautiful setting of Penn Museum's atmospheric galleries. This six-week Wednesday evening class, designed to accommodate all levels of ability, focuses on basic yoga positions for building strength and increasing endurance. Beginners are welcome. Please bring a yoga mat and towel, and wear comfortable clothing. Class size is limited. Call 215-898-4890.

THURSDAY-SATURDAY, FEB. 14-MARCH 2, 2008

• 9:00 a.m. WOMEN'S SOCCER: "D" License at Kirkwood Soccer, Kirkwood Soccer Club, 1220 River Road, New Castle, DE. Call 302-584-0008.

THURSDAY-SUNDAY, FEB. 14-MARCH 16, 2008

• SKIING: Alpine Mountain Ski & Ride Center, Route 447 North, Analomink, PA. Call 570-595-2150.
• SKIING: Bear Creek Mountain Resort, 101 Doe Mountain Lane, Macungie, PA. Call 1-866-SKI-AT-BC.
• SKIING: Blue Mountain, 1660 Blue Mountain Drive, Palmerton, PA. Call 610-826-7700.
• SKIING: Camelback Ski Area, Exit 299, I-1-80, Tannersville, PA. Call 570-629-1661.
• SKIING: Elk Mountain Ski Resort, RR2, Union Dale, PA. Call 570-679-4400.
• SKIING: Jack Frost and Big Boulder Ski Area, Blakeslee, PA. Call 570-443-8425.
• SKIING: Shawnee Mountain Ski Area, Hollow Road, Shawnee on Delaware, PA. Call 570-421-7231.
• SKIING: Spring Mountain, 757 Spring Mount Road, Spring Mount, PA. Call 888-305-5044 or 610-287-7900.

THURSDAY-SATURDAY, FEB. 14- JUNE 7, 2008

• DANCE CLASSES: Hatch Dance Theater, 8333 Germantown Avenue, 2nd Floor, Studio B, Philadelphia. Take dance classes at Hatch Dance Theater for ages 2 to adults--all are welcome! Big & Little (for 2-3 years with adult) on Saturdays from 10:30-11:05 am; Creative Movement (for 3-4 years) on Tuesdays from 3:30-4:05 pm; Creative Movement (for 4-6 years) on Saturdays from 11:15 am-noon; Modern I (for 6-8 years) on Tuesdays from 4:05-4:45 pm; Dance & Theater (for 6-9 years) on Saturdays from 12-12:45 pm; Ballet & Modern I (for 8-13 years) on Wednesdays from 5–6 pm; Company Modern Class on Fridays from 4:30–5:30 pm; Company Repertory Class on Fridays from 5:30–6:30 pm; Ballet II (for 13-adult) on Tuesdays from 5-6:15 pm; Modern III (for 13-adult) on Wednesdays from 6-7:30 pm (This class resumes in March.) Call 215-416-0457.
• GOLF: Franklin D. Roosevelt Golf Club, 1954 Pattison Avenue, Philadelphia. Call 215-462-8997.

THURSDAY-SUNDAY, FEB. 14-JUNE 22, 2008

• 7:30 p.m. ARGENTINE TANGO LESSONS AND DANCING: Blue Bell School of Dance, 921 Penllyn-Blue Bell Pike, Blue Bell, PA. Learn the basics of the most passionate dance known to man: Argentine Tango! Master instructor and performer Andrew Conway with Linda Chase guide you in every step to learn the fundamentals and basic moves that create this most sultry dance. Call 610-272-2921.
• 8:15 p.m. ARGENTINE TANGO LESSONS AND DANCING: Holy Savior Club, 436 E. Main Street, Norristown, PA. Learn the basics of the most passionate dance known to man: Argentine Tango! Master instructor and performer Andrew Conway with Linda Chase guide you in every step to learn the fundamentals and basic moves that create this most sultry dance. Call 610-272-2921.

THURSDAY-MONDAY, FEB. 14, JUNE 23, 2008

• CHEERLEADING CAMPS: Cheer Tech, Laurel Springs, NJ. Call 856-783-7611.
• PLATOON FITNESS PHILADELPHIA: 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 at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, 2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia. Call 610-581-6161.

FRIDAY, FEB. 15, 2008

• 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 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, NJ. Contact Leaders: Alison & Mike Baker at 609-758-4768, 609-577-9004.
• MIDNIGHT YOGA: Various Locations. Looking for an alternative to the smokey bar scene? Join in on an invigorating candle-lit yoga class accompanied by great music at a Rittenhouse Square location. Gather with like-minded individuals who are looking to do something fun, unique, and have a healthy to start their weekend. Call 212-201-9483.

FRIDAY-SUNDAY, FEB. 15-17, 2008

• ROLLER SKATING: Cape May Convention Hall, Cape May, NJ. Call 609-884-9565.

FRIDAY-SATURDAY, FEB. 15-MARCH 15, 2008

• MIDNIGHT YOGA: Rittenhouse Square, South, 18th and Walnut Streets, Philadelphia. Looking for an alternative to the smokey bar scene? Join in on an invigorating candle-lit yoga class accompanied by great live music at a studio in Rittenhouse Square. After class just hang out and chat in the cozy reception area while you enjoy snacks and beverages. This class explores the connection between movement, music, and breath and is a great way to refresh your yoga practice. Gather with like-minded individuals who are looking to do something fun, unique, and healthy to start their weekend. Call 212-201-9483.

SATURDAY, FEB. 16, 2008

• 8:00 a.m. FUN 6.1 MILE RUN: Media Community Center, 3rd and Jackson Sts., Media, PA. Contact Bill McGurk at 610-291-9707.
• 8:00 a.m. KESWICK CYCLES RIDE: Class A, 40 miles, 20-22 mph cruising pace. Arrive by 7:45 a.m. for a prompt 8:00 departure. Return to shop no later than 10:30 a.m. 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.
• 9:00 a.m. FUN 5 MILE FUN: Harris Elementary School, Sharon & Bartram Aves., Collingdale, PA. Contact Bill McGurk at 610-291-9707.
• 9:00 a.m. FUN 5 MILE RUN: Ridley Creek State Park, Gate at Barren and Chapel Hill Roads, Media, PA. Contact Bill McGurk at 610-291-9707.
• 9:00 a.m. PHILADELPHIA CLIMB THE TOWER: The Bell Atlantic Tower, 1717 Arch Street, Philadelphia. Contact Michael Melcher at 610-941-9595 x104.
• 9:00 a.m. NORTH AND EAST OR WEST BIKE RIDE: 14-15 mph, 50-60 Miles. Start at Indian Valley Middle School, Maple & Gruber Avenues, Harleysville, PA. We will head North and East or West to get in 50 to 60 miles with an indoor rest stop or two, based in the riders that show up to pedal. It's not too cold to ride). Some hills, naturally, and regrouping as needed. Below 20 degrees or wet/icy roads at start will cancel the ride. Contact Tom Kramlik at 215-453-6311.
• 9:00 a.m. TOM'S LEAD BIKE RIDE: Class C+, 40 miles, 14-16 mph cruising pace. Bakery stop, social pace held. .! Meet at Lenape H.S., Church and Hartford Roads, Medford, NJ. Contact Leader: Tom S. at 609-859-9116.
• 9:00 a.m. BARKSDALE TRAINING BIKE RIDE: Leave from Handloff Park in Newark for 47 rolling to hilly miles at 15-16 mph, steady endurance pace, NOT a race pace. The average speed (15-16 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!!! Please bring signed waiver with you Questions, contact Ride Leaders: Lorie Struzik at 302-354-3811 before 8:30 am or Nancy Waddell at 302-545-4146 before 7:30 a.m. NOTE: This time of year the overall average is slower so expect a 3-hour ride (leave at 9:00 a.m. back in the parking lot at noon). We occasionally cut the distance by a few miles but usually don't decide until we get rolling.
• 9:30 a.m. STAGGERED START 4.6 MILES RUN: Tyler State Park, Newtown, PA. Contact Phil Miele at 215-752-8066.
• 9:50 a.m. VALENTINES CUPIDS CHASE 5K RUN: Silver Lake Park, Dover, DE. Contact Ray Parker at 302-674-3213.
• 10:00 a.m. WINTER PICKLE 5K RUN RACE SERIES: Ridley Creek State Park, 1023 Sycamore Mills Road, Media, PA. Contact: Tim Krueger at 610-328-397.
• 10:00 a.m. ROSEDALE PARK HIKE: 5 or 12 miles, moderate pace. A Pennington, NJ figure eight loop hike that includes Rosedale Park, the Mercer County Equestrian Center, and the Pole Farm. This 1300 acre area includes three streams, a lake, two ponds and lots of wildlife. This can be a challenging hike depending on the conditions of the terrain. There will be some off-trail walking, so hiking boots are recommended. Bring lunch to eat at the half way point. Meet at the main parking lot by the lake near the children's playground. Use Mapquest – 420 Federal City Road, Pennington, NJ or the following directions: Take Rt 95 to Rt 31 N (exit 4) and proceed for 1.3 miles to Rt 546, which comes in from the right. There is a large gas station and a sign "to Lawrenceville" on the corner. Turn right and go straight ahead for 1.8 miles. (This road is Rt 546 for a block, then turns into Blackwell Rd). The road dead ends into Federal City Road. Turn left and go 3/10 of a mile to the park entrance on the right (sharp curve). There is a large sign at the entrance to the park. Individual Registration Is required For This Hike. Contact Leaders: Ray Wittkop at 856-662-4012.
• 10:00 a.m. SOCIAL TUNDRA SWAN HIKE: 6 miles, moderate pace. All are welcomed. Hike the wintry beauty among ponds filled with Tundra Swans. Bring binoculars. Dress for the cold weather. Bring picnic type food to share at tailgate social after hike. Meet at Whitesbog Village parking lot. Take Rt. 70 east to Rt. 530 north (Browns Mills/Ft Dix) go 1 mile, turn right onto Whitesbog Road go to parking lot. Contact Leader: Paul Serdiuk at 609-462-3593 eve.
• 10:00 a.m. RYE FIELDS HIKE: 6-8 miles, moderate pace. Old sand roads, firecuts, out to rye fields north of Bull Creek. Bring lunch, beverage. Meet at Evans Bridge, Rt. 563 between Chatsworth and Green Bank. Bad weather cancels. Contact Leader: Joseph Trujillo at 856-468-4849.
• 1:00 p.m. WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: La Salle plays Fordham at Tom Gola Arena, Philadelphia. Call 215-951-5170.
• 2:00 p.m. WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: Villanova plays Cincinnati at the Pavilion, Villanova, PA. Call 610-519-6591.
• 7:00 p.m. BIG BAND VALENTINE'S DANCE PARTY: With 22 Park Avenue, Elam United Methodist Church, 1073 Smithbridge Road, Glen Mills, PA. Call 610-459-2911.
• 8:00 p.m. BLUE MOON DANCESPORT: Valentine's Day Ballroom Dance Party, 319 E. Lincoln Highway, Exton, PA. Call 610-363-8679.
• ICICLE OPEN: Allentown Racquetball Club, Allentown, PA. Contact Jodi Eslinger at 610-821-1300.
• CHEERLEADING COMPETITION: OLS St. Anthony Cheer Competition, OLS St. Anthony Cheer Competition, Mercerville, NJ. Call 609-586-3882.
• CHEERLEADING COMPETITION: Red White & Blue Classic, Interboro High School, Prospect Park, PA. Contact Casey at 610-532-4797.
• FENCING: Philadelphia Novice (DRY) Cadet/Jr/Adult Foil, Fencing Academy of Philadelphia, 3519 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia. Call 215-382-0293.

SATURSDAY-MONDAY, FEB. 16-18, 2008

• BASKETBALL: Jim Blades Memorial JV Classic, Girls & Boys Junior Varsity High School Teams and Girls & Boys Freshman Teams at the Caravel Academy, 2801 Del Laws Road, Bear, DE. Contact Mark P. Sills at 302-328-2770.

SUNDAY, FEB. 17, 2008

• 7:30 a.m./9:00 a.m. FUN RUN: Earlier run: 7.5-mile; Later run: 4-mile; 5-mile; 7-mile; And the original joggers course: 2.3-mile, Springfield Library, 70 Powell Road, Springfield, PA. Contact Bill McGurk at 610-291-9707.
• 9:00 a.m. FRAN'S FAMOUS BAGEL BIKE RIDE: Class C, 35 miles, 12-14 mph cruising pace. Bagel stop, social ride. Meet at Moorestown High School, Bridgeboro Road, Moorestown, NJ. Contact Leader: Fran H. at 856-786-0048.
• 9:30 a.m. SOMEWHERE ELSE BIKE RIDE: 13-14 mph, 30-45 Miles. Start at Central Bucks East High School, Anderson & Holicong Roads, Buckingham, PA. February's "somewhere else" ride. Winter rules (details dictated by weather conditions); scenic roads; indoor food stop; no hammering; no one dropped. Ride cancelled if weather is poor, road conditions are risky, or temperature is below 15 degrees at 8:30. Ride starts promptly. Contact Roy Zipris at 215-674-5258.
• 9:45 a.m. WINTER WESTTOWN BIKE RIDE: 40-60 miles, Class: B/B-. Start at the Moylan-Rose Valley Train Station at Manchester and Woodward Roads 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. UGLY MUDDER 7.25 MILE TRAIL RUN: Reading Liederkranz German Singing & Sports Club, Reading, PA. Call Ron Horn at 610-779-2668.
• 10:00 a.m. AN EARLY METRIC BIKE RIDE: 62 miles, Class: B-. Start at the Wayne Train Station. Contact Brian Wade at 610-254-9485.
• 10:00 a.m. BATSTO WEST SIDE HIKE: 5 miles Moderate to easy pace. We will hike thru the village of Batsto, meet at parking lot. Bad weather cancels. Contact N. Lucas at 609-654-5893 and B. Schmitt at 856-767-1838.
• 10:15 a.m. WILLOWSKUNK HOLLOW HIKE: Depart from 69th St. Terminal, Philadelphia. A short loop hike through lovely wooded trails along the Darby Creek in Wayne. 5 miles. RAIN OR SNOW/ICE CANCELS. Call leader for secondary meeting place. Contact Leader: Bob Leonetti at 610-519-0402 or cell: 610-420-5858.
• 12:45 p.m. AARON'S TRAINING BIKE RIDE: The ride leaves from Paper Mill Park at the corner of Paper Mill and Polly Drummond Hill Roads. Ride distance will be 35-45 miles (plus or minus 5) with an average speed of 16-18 mph depending on terrain. This training ride is for those wishing to maintain what they developed over the past year. If in doubt about the weather please call the Ride Leader Aaron Chen at 302-731-1456. We will not start if it is raining.
• 1:00 p.m. WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASEKTBALL: Delaware plays Hofstra at Bob Carpenter Center, Newark, DE. Call 302-UD1-HENS.
• 1:00 p.m. WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: Drexel plays James Madison at Daskalakis Athletic Center, Philadelphia. Call 215-895-1999.
• 2:00 p.m. WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASEKTBALL: Temple plays Duquesne at Liacouras Center, Philadelphia. Call 215-204-5040.
• 2:00 p.m. SAM'S CAJUN DANCE PARTY & JAM: 221 W Upsal St, Philadelphia (W Mt Airy), PA. Call 215-848-8961.
• FENCING: Philadelphia Vet Epee, Fencing Academy of Philadelphia, 3519 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia. Call 215-382-0293.
• CHEERLEADING COMPETITION: Mid-Atlantic Cheer Red, White and Blue Cheer and Dance, Tri-State Sports Center, Aston, PA. Call 610-328-4525.
• CHEERLEADING COMPETITION: University of Pennsylvania Quaker Classic, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia. Contact Joe Neary at 610-324-0226.

MONDAY, FEB. 18, 2008

• 8:00 a.m. INDOOR FIELD HOCKEY: 2008 National Indoor College Showcase, The SportsPlex, 1331 O'Reilly Drive, Feasterville, PA. High School Seniors, Juniors, Sophomores, Freshman with highlights indoor field hockey and provides a recruiting preview for the National Indoor Events. Indoor play is fast, continuous, challenging - guaranteeing both quality and high frequency of touches for players and evaluators. Each playing session ( morning or afternoon) is structured as a 4.5 hour round robin. 6 teams will play in each round robin. Showcase registration is limited. Call 609-228-6579.
• 9:30 a.m. WASINGTON BD HIKE: 6 miles, Class: ALL. Join members of the Indiana Hiking Club as we hike Brandywine State Creek Park. Meet in Woodlawn trustees Property Parking lot (Creek Road & Beaver Dam Road, a few hundred yards from Smithbridge Road covered bridge). Bring snack and H2o, no Wawa in park. If recent snow bring your sled. Contact Debbie Chaga at 610-494-3033.
• 11:00 a.m. HEART HEALTH "BEATHING EASY…STAYING HEALTHY": MossRehab/Einstein at Elkins Park, Conference Room G1 & G2, 60 East Township Line Road, Elkins Park, PA. Breathing is no easy task if you have a respiratory problem. A specialist in the field of thoracic surgery will discuss breathing conditions and how you can stay healthy. Registration required. Refreshments served. Call 1-800-EINSTEIN.
• 1:00 p.m. PRESIDENT'S DAY SKATE PARTY: Sponsored by the Cape May Kiwanis Club and the City of Cape May and held at Cape May Convention Hall, complete with prizes and refreshments. Roller skate and roller blade rentals available. Call 609-884-9565.
• 6:30 p.m. FUN 3.2 MILE RUN: Ridley Area YMCA, 900 South Avenue, Secane, PA. Contact Bill McGurk at 610-291-9707.
• BASKETBALL: President's Day One-Day Shootout, Boys & Girls Divisions: 9u-17u at the Tri-State Sports Arena, 63 Concord Road, Aston, PA. Call Mark P. Sills at 302-328-2770.

TUESDAY, FEB. 19, 2008

• Noon MIND, BODY & SOUL: 1000 Atlantic Avenue, Camden, NJ. Part of Virtua's VIP program for mature adults. Stimulate your mind & enrich your soul, all while enjoying a delicious meal. Features discussions on interesting health & lifestyle topics. Usually meets on the third Tuesday of each month. To register, call toll-free 1-888-Virtua-3 (1-888-847-8823).
• 2:00 p.m. NUTRITION AND THE HEALTHY HEART: Moorestown Estates/Brandywine, 1205 North Church Street, Moorestown, NJ. Class giving by Brandywine Senior Living's registered dietitian. Light refreshments will be served. Please register online below or call toll-free 1-888-Virtua-3 (1-888-847-8823).
• 3:30 p.m. KEMPER PARK BIKE RIDES: 13-14 mph, 15-30 miles. Start at Kemper Park, 905 Valley Road, Warminster, PA. Continue riding through the winter at Kemper Park. Please note new start time. Contact David C. Atkins at 215-675-4597.
• 6:30 p.m. FUN RUN: Earlier run: 7.5-mile; Later run: 4-mile; 5-mile; 7-mile; And the original joggers course: 2.3-mile, Springfield Library, 70 Powell Road, Springfield, PA.
• 6:30 p.m. RIDE BY NIGHT BIKE RIDE: North Wilmington, Leave Brandywine High School for a 20 mile ride around residential areas in north Wilmington. The pace will be 12-14 mph to insure that we don't outrun our headlights (front and rear lights required). The ride will be canceled if black ice conditions exist, or if the temperature at the start of the ride is forecasted to dip below freezing. Contact John McCormick at 302-668-8749.

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 20, 2008

• 10:30 a.m. ESTELL MANOR NATURE TRAILS: 7 miles, easy. 1700 acres of varied hiking trails--roads, paths & boardwalks. Nature center. Atlantic County Park. From north or west, proceed SE on RTE 30 or RTE 322. Turn south (right) on RTE 50 through Mays Landing. Park is about 4 mi. S of Mays Landing on the left. Bring lunch. Bad weather cancels. Contact Manny Robbins at 856-428-4841 and Noel Wirth at 609-938-0418.
• 6:30 p.m. FUN RUN: 5.5-mile; 4.3-mile; 4.57-mile; 3.2- mile, Swarthmore Presbyterian Church Parking Lot, Harvard Ave., near Rt. 320, Swarthmore, PA. Contact Bill McGurk at 610-291-9707.
• 6:30 p.m. FLY BY NIGHT BIKE RIDE: Newark, Leave Paper Mill Park for a 20 mile ride around residential areas in Newark. The pace will be 12-14 mph to insure that we don't outrun our headlights (front and rear lights required). The ride will be canceled if black ice conditions exist, or if the temperature at the start of the ride is forecasted to dip below freezing. Contact Ride Leaders Mario Nappa at 302-239-1179.
• 7:00 p.m. WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL: Saint Joseph's plays Temple at Alumni Memorial Fieldhouse, Philadelphia. Call 610-660-1712.

WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY, FEB. 20 & 21, 2008

• NATIONAL WOMEN'S HEART DAY HEALTH FAIR: Help make The City of Brotherly Love a heart healthy community and be one of the thousands of Philadelphia area women to get a FREE screening for your personal heart risks. Please tell your mothers, sisters, daughters, co-workers and friends to learn about the impact of heart disease on women, and encourage them to attend next year's FREE Health Fair at the 1101 Pennsylvania Convention Center, Arch Street, Philadelphia. Call 610-540-0184 x14.

WEDNESDAY-SUNDAY, FEB. 20-24, 2008

• 13th ANNUAL ISLANDWIDE BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: Crest Pier, 5800 Ocean Ave., Wildwood Crest, NJ. Entrance fee for participants. Admission fee for spectators. Annual event bringing together local grammar school basketball teams for a week long extravaganza. Call 609-523-0202.