THURSDAY-THURSDAY, APRIL 10-MAY 1, 2008

• HEALTHY WEIGHT LOSS: William Way Center, 1315 Spruce Street, Philadelphia. Healthy Weight Loss This is the fast track to lifelong fitness success! Nationally known fitness coach Jim Hart will share all his secrets for boosting metabolism, eating regular food and having fun with exercise. Field trips to the supermarket and surprise classes will make this a great experience for anyone who has tried and failed with traditional diet plans – no matter where you are on the fitness and weight loss continuum this will work for you. In addition to instruction and nutrition coaching, tuition also includes the cost of one of Jim’s instructional books. Call 215-732-2220.

THURSDAY-SATURDAY, APRIL 10-MAY 10, 2008

• COUGAR CHALLENGE 16/17 MIXED SOCCER: Lehigh County Community College, Schnecksville, PA. Call 609-272-1800.

THURSDAY-THURSDAY, APRIL 10-MAY 15, 2008

• U.K. PETITE SOCCER: A fun introduction for 3, 4, and 5 year olds to the world of soccer through activity based soccer program. The emphasis is on a "Games Based" approach to coaching soccer within a fun learning environment. Instruction provided by U.K. Petite Soccer, Bustard Park, 1979 Bustard Road, Harleysville, PA. Call 215-368-7602.

THURSDAY-SUNDAY, APRIL 10-MAY 18, 2008

• NEWARK YOUTH LACROSSE CLUB-GIRLS SPRING 2008 SEASON: 1-8 Grades, Newark Youth Lacrosse Club, 11 Morning Glen Lane, Newark, DE. Call 302-737-9087.
• SALSA CLASSES: Tango 411 Studio, 119 Gayley Street, Media, PA. Brand new Latin dance classes are now forming. No partner necessary! Call 610-864-2323.

THURSDAY-SUNDAY, APRIL 10-JUNE 1, 2008

• SOFTBALL CAMPS FOR GIRLS, AGE 9-14: The Phillies Baseball Academy is proud to bring you Softball Camp designed exclusively for girls, ages 9-14! Softball Camp offers topnotch instruction from our highly experienced and dedicated staff. Campers develop their knowledge of the game, achieve a new level of play, and boost self confidence-a combination that ensures a fun-filled week! Each day includes fundamental skill instruction, drills, individual position work, and game play. For more info go to 610-520-3400.
• SMM CYO 2008 GIRLS TRACK: Media, PA. Open to Girls Grades 4-8. Contact Coach Judy Putsch at 610-565-2085.
• SMM CYO 2008 GIRLS LACROSSE: Media, PA. Open to Girls Grades 6-7-8. Coach Judy Putsch at 610-565-2085.

THURSDAY-SUNDAY, APRIL 10-JUNE 15, 2008

• EBYA BASEBALL/SOFTBALL SPRING 2008: Baseball: Open to boys and girls age 5 (on or before April 30, 2008) through age 12 (still 12 on April 30, 2008); Sotfball: Open to girls age 5 (on or before January 1, 2008) through age 18 (still 18 on January 1, 2008), East Brandywine Community Park, Spatola Park, Hopewell Field, Dilworth Road, Downingtown, PA. Call 610-269-8230.

THURSDAY-FRIDAY, APRIL 10-JUNE 20, 2008

• MANSFIELD NJ-RECREATION BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Mansfield/Northern Burlington, Mansfield, NJ. Call 609-234-7099.

THURSDAY-MONDAY, APRIL 10-JUNE 30, 2008

• GREAT VALLEY LITTLE LEAGUE SPRING 2008: Girls T-Ball/Rookie; Girls Minor/Major; Girls Junior and Above, Great Valley Little League, King Road, Malvern, PA. Call 610-296-9250.
• LENAPE VALLEY SPRING SOFTBALL 2008: Lenape Valley Wildcats Softball is a recreational league for girls between 4 and 18 years old, who live in the Chalfont-New Britain-Doylestown area. Our emphasis is on instruction and keeping the "fun" in fundamentals while giving players the skills needed to advance to the next level, Softball Fields Various locations, New Britain, PA. Contact John Walsh at 215-997-2824.

THURSDAY-SATURDAY, APRIL 10- 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-THURSDAY, APRIL 10-JUNE 12, 2008

• 6:00 p.m. FIRST STRIDES-SAND ISLAND 2008-BEGINNER WALKING & RUNNING WORKSHOP FOR WOMEN: Do you sometimes imagine yourself fit and strong, striding comfortably down the road during an easy workout or a 5-K race? This gradual 12-week program will help you comfortably progress from the couch to walking, jogging or running at a pace that's right for you. Weekly workshops include a group walk/run and discussion of various topics: buying proper walk/run shoes, training principles, injury prevention, motivation, nutrition and much more. Come dressed for activity. Women from 12 to 112. Bring your daughters, mothers, neighbors, co-workers and friends. Participants are expected to have the permission of their doctor, Sand Island, Bethlehem, PA. Call 484-767-5289.

THURSDAY-SUNDAY, APRIL 10-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, APRIL 10- 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.
• 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.

THURSDAY-TUESDAY, APRIL 10-JULY 1, 2008

• WWAA SOFTBALL FOR 2008: Warrington Warwick Athletic Association Softball offers opportunities for girls ages 5-14 to play in our recreational program. The league is Little League affiliated and consists of 4 divisions. They are: instructional at ages 5 & 6 & 7, low-minors age 8, minors at ages 9 & 10, majors ages 11 & 12 & 13 in Barness Fields, Bristol Road, Warrington, PA. Call 215-343-5675.

THURSDAY-THURSDAY, FRIDAY, APRIL 10-JULY 31, 2008

• PLUMSTEAD BASEBALL & SOFTBALL REGISTRATION: 12 & Under, Plumstead Baseball Association, PO Box 473, Plumsteadville, PA. Call 215-766-9259.

THURSDAY-FRIDAY, APRIL 10-AUGUST 1, 2008

• LBGC BASEBALL & SOFTBALL 2008: The Lansdowne Boys & Girls Club (LBGC) would like to welcome all boys and girls that are eligible to our baseball and softbal programs. Our club has affiliations with Cal Ripken Baseball and Babe Ruth Softball. The LBGC strives to provide an exciting and fun program and we would like to give more children the opportunity to experience the enjoyment of baseball and softball. The LBGC new affiliation with Cal Ripken Baseball will be geared towards children between the ages of 7 & 12 and its affiliation with Babe Ruth Softball will be for girls between the ages of 7 & 18. We also offer tee ball for 5 & 6 year old boys and girls and baseball (intramural & travel league) for boys between 13 & 18 years old, Ardmore Avenue, School Berkley Avenue, Lansdowne, PA. Call 610-623-8031.

FRIDAY, APRIL 11, 2008

• 9:00 a.m. PILATES: Designed to condition your body by focusing on strengthening the abdominal are at Mercy Eastwick Wellness Center, 2821 Island Avenue, Philadelphia. To learn how to join, please call 215-863-6106.
• 3:00 p.m. WOMEN’S COLLEGE SOFTBALL: La Salle plays St. Bonaventure at Good Shepherd Field, Philadelphia. Call 215-951-1516.
• 6:15 p.m. CITY OF NEWARK 250th ANNIVERSARY 5K: The Academy Building Lawn, East Main Street, Newark, DE. Call 302-366-7060.
• 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.
• CHICK’S HORSE SHOW: Harrington, DE. Call 443-528-7521.

FRIDAY-SUNDAY, APRIL 11-13, 2008

• RACQUETBALL: Dennis Rosenberg Pro/Am: Allentown Racquetball Club, Allentown, PA. Contact Tavis Aldinger at 717-764-8536.

SATURDAY, APRIL 12, 2008

• 6:00 a.m. PAGODA TO HOME PLATE 5 MILE RUN: This year the race will show off our downtown as the course will go right through the heart of the city down Penn Street and out 5th to Centre Ave and then to the stadium finishing on the field with your picture on the video-board. Walkers are also welcome to participate this year, First Energy Stadium, 1900 Centre Avenue, Reading, PA. Call 610-375-8469.
• 6:00 a.m. APRIL APEX FOURTH ANNUAL MARATHON HIKE: 26.5 miles, moderate expeditionary pace - one gets us there. This is not a competition, we start and finish as a group. This year the OCSJ's longest hike will be held on the towpath of the D&R canal on the New Jersey side. We will park at Washington Crossing State Park and travel via shuttle to Frenchtown and then trek back to our meeting place. Further information and details will be supplied to all attendees. Contact Leaders: Ray Wittkop at 856-662-4012 or Joe Hummel at 856-235-8817.
• 6:00 a.m. EASTERN PA2000K BIKE RIDE: Weisel Youth Hostel, 7347 Richlandtown Road, Quakertown, PA. Call 215-536-8749.
• 6:00 a.m. CHESTNUT HILL FIELD ARCHERS 3D SHOOT: 40 3D Animal Targets on 2 Courses in Morgantown, PA. Call 610-286-6579.
• 8:00 a.m. SODEXHO WALK AGAINST HUNGER AND NOURISH YOUR SOLE 2008: 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, PA. Call 215-430-0555.
• 8:00 a.m. NJ AT BUTTERMILK FALLS TO MILLBROOK DAY HIKE: Round Trip Road Miles: 110; Hike Distance: 8.4 miles. Hike along the 1.6 mile Buttermilk Falls Trail to access the AT Buttermilk Falls, Delaware Water Gap NRA, Millbrook Village. Contact leaders for meeting place. Wear hiking boots, bring water and lunch. Contact Leader: Bernie Harris at 610-767-0562 and Co-Leader: Edna Harris at 610-767-0562.
• 8:00 a.m. KESWICK CYCLES BIKE 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.
• 8:30 a.m. BLOSSOM TIME ON WELSH MOUNTAIN BIKE RIDE: Leave Octoraro High School (Highland Road, Cochranville, PA) for a 60-65 mile hilly ride at 14 mph. Stop in Honeybrook for lunch while enjoying the springtime blossoms. The school is located 3 miles north of Routes 10 & 41. Contact Ride Leader: Mike Barker at 302-998-7684.
• 9:00 a.m. 2008 BUTTERFLY 5K RUN: Starts at Great Valley High School, 225 N. Phoenixville Pike, Malvern, PA. Call 610-647-9245.
• 9:00 a.m. RUN THE ROX 5K: Gorgas Park, Roxborough, Philadelphia. Call 215-508-2358.
• 9:00 a.m. ACADEMY OF NOTRE DAME SUNFLOWER 5K RUN: Ridley Creek State Park, 1023 Sycamore Mills Road, Media, PA. Contact Sally Orr at 610-971-4919.
• 9:00 a.m. RIDLEY 5K CHALLENGE: Ridley High School, Ridley Park, Folsom, PA. Contact Maryann Salerno at 610-328-3979.
• 9:00 a.m. APPOQUINIMINK RACE FOR OUR RIVER 5K RUN: St. Andrew's School, 350 Noxontown Road, Middletown, DE. Call 302-382-0335.
• 9:00 a.m.19th ANNUAL RUN AGAINST DRUGS 5K RUN: Woodruff School on 1373 State Hwy 77, Seabrook, NJ. Contact Julia Walton at 856-455-2267 x 3215.
• 9:00 a.m. PALISADES PIRATES 5K CHALLENGE: Lake Nockamixon State Park, Parking Lot 12, Marina Entrance, Quakertown, PA. Contact Jennifer Hooper at 610-346-1608.
• 9:00 a.m. THREESIXTEEN PHILLY AM 08: The PhillyAM is the North East's premier skateboarding contest, run by ThreeSixteen Skateboarding. Featuring 4 Divisions: Grom 12 and under, Intermediate, Advanced, and Sponsored. We also run a Best Trick at the end of the contest day, Woodward Skate Park Philly, 1943 Franklin Mills Circle #100, Philadelphia. 610-384-8628.
• 9:00 a.m. INTRO TO MOUNTAIN BIKING OUTING: REI – Marlton, 501 Route 73 South, Marlton, NJ. Experience the thrill of mountain biking with REI instructors as they teach you the proper techniques of shifting, braking, hill climbing and descent, body and pedal position, and navigating minor obstacles on the trail. This is designed as an educational ride, not a guided tour; learn how to get more out of your mountain biking experience. The class starts by addressing proper bike fit, making necessary adjustments to improve comfort and performance. Next the instructors demonstrate riding techniques and teach important communication and safety skills to prepare you for the ride. Learn the trail etiquette techniques that mountain bikers can use to help keep trails open and safe for all trail users. Then it’s off for a great ride to practice all the skills you’ve learned! Novara mountain bikes are provided at no additional cost for those without a bike of their own. Recommended for those 14 and older, under 18 must be accompanied by parent or responsible adult. Please bring your helmet and proper riding apparel. No rider is left behind! Call 856-810-1938.
• 9:00 a.m. SCHUYLKILL TRAIL BIKE RIDE: 25-30 miles, Class: B/B-. Leave from Valley Forge Park, Betzwood Picnic Area for a Spring ride on the scenic Schuylkill Trail. Meet near the trail entrance closest to the Rte. 422 bridge. We will stay on the paved section of the trail and average speed will be a relaxed pace of 14-15mph. Bring snack & water. Contact Mike Salter at 302-239-0384.
• 9:00 a.m. SOMEWHERE BIKE RIDE: 13-14 mph, 40-45 Miles. Start at Cold Spring Elementary School, 4150 Durham Road, Buckingham, PA. Roy’s monthly "somewhere" ride: scenic roads, some climbs, food stop, no one dropped, ride starts promptly, rain cancels, no confirmation necessary. Contact Roy Zipris at 215-674-5258.
• 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!! 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. TOM’S LEAD BIKE RIDE: Class C+, 40 miles, 14-16 mph cruising pace. Bakery stop hopefully. Meet at Lenape H.S., Church and Hartford Roads, Medford, NJ. Contact Leader: Tom S. at 609-859-9116.
• 9:00 a.m. MAGGIE’S HILL BIKE RIDE: Class C, 40 miles, 12-14 mph cruising pace. BRING FOOD. Nice restrooms at Walnford Park, but no food for sale. Start at Springfield Memorial Park, 17 Island Road, Jobstown, NJ. Contact Leader: Maggie H. at 609-518-8906.
• 9:30 a.m. CONRAD SCHOOLS OF SCIENCE 5K RUN: Conrad Schools of Science, 201 Jackson Avenue, Wilmington, DE. Call 302 654 6400.
• 9:30 a.m. 13th ANNUAL GOUCESTER TOWNSHIP SCHOLARSHIP 5K: Senior Citizen's Bldg., Chews Landing Road, Gloucester Township, NJ. Call 856-468-0010.
• 9:30 a.m. SPRING ZING 5K: Begins and ends at Shady Grove Elementary School on Skippack Pike in Blue Bell, PA. Course has very slight rolling hills. Call 215-619-0781.
• 9:30 a.m. TO OAKS PA WITH RETURN TRIP VIA THE FLAT SRT BIKE RIDE: 12-15 mph, 40 miles. Start at Bruno’s Deli, Northwestern and Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia. Two ride groups, T. Madle (B-/B; 13-15mph;) and Howard Hochheiser (C/C+; 12-13 mph; (c) 215-913-3246) will head out to LPVP in Oaks via Blue Bell/Worchester. Our return trip will be via the flat SRT. Rolling hills on the way out with one long climb (Bean Road). Flat on the way back except for the climb back to Chestnut Hill from Conshohocken. Rain or starting temp. below 40F cancels. Q sheets provided for faster or slower riders. Quick 15 minute food break at mile 17 at the mini-mart in Trooper, PA. Contact Tom Madle at 215-233-2578.
• 9:30 a.m. MIDDLETOWN TO CHESAPEAKE CITY WAKE UP BIKE RIDE: This ride will be about 22 miles at 14-16 mph average. Leave Appoquinimink High School parking lot (Bunker Hill and Choptank Roads). Some hills, a couple of ponds, and the Chesapeake City waterfront. Call ahead if weather looks iffy. Contact Ride Leader: Cal Estrada at 302-650-5606.
• 9:30 a.m. BILL’S BIKE RIDE: Class D, 20 miles, 10-12 mph cruising pace. From Vincentown with a stop in Tabernacle. Southampton Municipal Bldg., Rte 206 and Retreat Road, NJ. Contact Leader: Bill H. at 609-859-3471.
• 10:00 a.m. OUT TO THE DELAWARE AND BACK BIKE RIDE: 13-15 mph, 40+. Start at North Penn High School, 1340 Valley Forge Road, Lansdale, PA. We’ll head out towards the Delaware River via Ralph Stover State Park. There will be some covered bridges, a climb or two, some shady areas and nice rest stop in between. This is a nice ride for a Saturday morning. Bring plenty to drink and a power bar just in case. No one dropped. Rain cancels. Contact Jay Sitkin at 215-362-8591.
• 11:00 a.m. WOMEN’S COLLEGE SOFTBALL: Drexel plays James Madison at Drexel Field, Philadelphia. Call 215-895-1999.
• Noon WOMEN’S COLLEGE SOFTBALL: La Salle plays St. Bonaventure at Good Shepherd Field, Philadelphia. Call 215-951-1516.
• 12:30 p.m. SINGLES VALLEY GREEN PARK HIKE: Valley Green Inn, Valley Green Road and Wissahickon Creek, Philadelphia. Join Meet Market Adventures and other singles for this relaxed hike around the Valley Green Park Trail. Nature, ridges, creeks and waterfalls are some of the beautiful sights you will take in on this guided hike. This hike is great for beginners and pros alike, and is a great way to meet new people while enjoying nature at its best. Price includes hike, guide, gratuities and taxes. Call 877-668-6338.
• 12:30 p.m. WOMEN’S COLLEGE SOFTBALL: Penn plays Cornell at Warren Field, Philadelphia. Call 215-898-3442.
• 1:00 p.m. FISHER’S PARK PRE SEASON WARM UP BIKE RIDE: 14 mph, 35-40. See horse farms of Montogomery county, skyscrapers of Philadelphia, Grand canyon of Montco, as we as great roads you may not have been on. Contact Wendell Gulick at 215-362-2216.
• 4:45 p.m. SUNSET HIKE AND STARE GAZING: 6 miles moderate pace. Hike between two rivers as we watch the sun set over the pines. We come back to our tailgate social and then view Saturn, Mars and far off galaxies with Willingboro Astronomical Society. Meet at the northern parking lot at Batsto Village, Rt. 542, 8 miles east of Hammonton, Burl. Co. Please bring picnic type food to share at the tailgate. Contact Leader: Paul Serdiuk at 609-462-3593 eve.
• LINCOLN UNIVERSITY 5K: Lincoln University, PA. Call 610-696-0115.

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, APRIL 12 & 13, 2008

• SOFTBALL: YOUTH FASTPITCH CLASS C TOURNAMENT: USSSA Icebreaker 10U, 12U, 14U, Macungie Memorial Park, Macungie, PA. Call 610-298-2650.
• SOTFBALL YOUTH FASTPITCH CLASS B TOURNAMENT: USSSA Spring Storm 12U, 14U, Deep Run Sports Association, Hilltown, PA. Contact Jeff Kittle at 610-298-2650.
• PLANTATION FIELD HORSE TRIAL: Stables open, Cross-country course open, Dressage, Show Jumping, Cross-country, Unionville, PA. Call 610-347-2024.
• 5th ANNUAL PHILADELPHIA 2 DAY CYCLING CLASSIC: Day 1 - Diamond Circuit - A 2.2 mile circuit in Philadelphia's beautiful Fairmount Park. Course is flat, with one small big ring hill; Day 2 - Lemon Hill Criterium - This year we will be using the Lemon Hill course made famous in the USPRO Championship race. It is a 0.8 mile technical course. Extremely fast, and very fun! Call 215-293-5414.
• JAMFEST CHEER AND DANCE: Atlantic City Convention Center, One Miss America Way, Atlantic City, NJ. Call 609-449-2000.

SUNDAY, APRIL 13, 2008

• 7:00 a.m. CLOVER LEAF ARCHERY CLUB 3D SHOOT: 30 Target 3d shoot, kitchen open, Milford Square, PA. Call 215-538-9085.
• 7:00 a.m. LOWER POTTSGROVE SPORTSMAN’S CLUB 3D SHOOT: 32 Target 3-d field course, Pottstown, PA. Call 610-326-4575.
• 7:00 a.m. LOWER PROVIDENCE ROD & GUN CLUB 3D SHOOT: 30 3-D targets set up at various distances in mostly woods settings, Audubon, PA. Contact Michael Pietrzykowski at 610-666-9934.
• 8:00 a.m. HILL TRAINING BIKE RIDE: 30-45 miles, varied mph climbing pace. The Sunday morning HOWARD MEMORIALE hill rides will continue weekly from now until Glenn Gardner ride on March 16th. Come see the "Angel of Mts" himself; Bat Boy Snyder fly away into the clouds. Loops on Rose Glenn & Waverly, back for coffee in Manayunk. Only days away (March 9) until we are riding mid-week. Time to climb, or get more behind! Don't get caught with your lycra down. We’re adding this weekly hill training ride to get ready for the bigger hill rides starting next month. We tackle “La Colina” and the other hills near Philly. Do as many loops as you like. Meet at the Italian fountain behind the Art Museum. Contact Leaders: Lance at 609-234-0040.
• 8:00 a.m. DAY HIKE ON THE DELAWARE & RARITAN CANAL TOWPATHS: Round Trip Road Miles: 65; Hike Distance: 6.5 miles. Hike along the Delaware Canal Towpath. We will head north from New Hope to Center Bridge; cross bridge to Stockton, NJ; hike south along the Raritan Canal Towpath to Lambertville, NJ, and cross back into New Hope where we will spend a little time after the hike. Bring snack and water; no dogs. Rain cancels. Call leader to confirm. Contact Leader: Ed Vatza at 610-838-7890.
• 8:30 a.m. 2nd ANNUAL LEGS AGAINST ARMS 5K RUN: St. Joseph's University Fieldhouse 54th & City Avenue, Philadelphia. Call 610-429-2494.
• 9:00 a.m. INAUGURAL SUGER FREE MILES 5K RUN: Preventive Medicine & Rehabilitation Institute, 3506 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, DE. Call 302-623-4312.
• 9:00 a.m. 3rd ANNUAL BLACK SHEEP 5K: Perkiomen Trail, 101 New Mill Road in Oaks, PA. Contact Hilary Goodman at 215-642-0410.
• 9:00 a.m. KOUNTRY KITCHEN BIKE RIDE: 34-50 miles, Class: All. Meet at the Kingsway High School, routes 551 and 322 for that familiar ride to morning breakfast. Contact Bob Martin at 717-529-0981.
• 9:00 a.m. BRANDYWINE 50 BIKE RIDE: A moderately hilly 40-60 mile ride, 15 mph average speed, through Chester and Delaware Counties. Ride will start from Brandywine High School (Route 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. GREEN LANE RESERVOIR AND UPPER PERKIOMEN VALLEY PARK, MONTGOMERY COUNTY HIKE: Depart from Germantown and Rex Avenues, Philadelphia or at 9:45 a.m. from the nature center behind the Marlborough Elementary School. From the intersection or Routes 29 and 63, proceed north on Route 29 for about 2 miles. Make the first left turn immediately after the Marlborough Elementary School. Proceed mile and meet at the Nature Center parking lot. A "jewel" of a hike that circles the reservoir on a mostly wooded path with ravines and narrow crossings with hills, valleys and flat areas. We will find cedar stands, marshy areas and the home to more than 260 varieties of birds. 12 - 14 miles. Contact Leaders: Barry Shapiro & Emma Burd at 215-673-4717.
• 9:00 a.m. CHEERLEADING COMPETITION: Cheer Tech’s Beast of the East, Wildwood Beach, Wildwood, NJ. Call 1-866-52-CHEER.
• 9:15 a.m. LVRR EMMAUS 4-MILE ROAD RACE: Emmaus High School, 500 Macungie Avenue, Emmaus, PA. Call 215-852-4207.
• 9:30 a.m. TROFEO CCE DE EVESHAM BIKE RACE: 1 Mile circuit with excellent road surface. Current site of the NJ Criterium Championships and Thursday Night training rides. 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.
• 9:30 a.m. BARKSDALE TO NORTHEAST BIKE RIDE: Leave Handloff Park (formerly Barksdale Park, at Barksdale Road near Casho Mill) in Newark for a rolling, 30-mile ride at 11-13 mph. Enjoy watching the activity on the Chesapeake Bay with us. Contact Ride Leaders: Barrie Jane Kintner at 610-361-0442 and Bob Wheeler at 302-239-5638.
• 9:30 a.m. BIKE RIDE TO LOCUST POINT: Leave People's Plaza (near the recycling bins) in Glasgow for a 30-35 mile ride to Locust Point, MD. We will have one rest stop at the Veteran's Cemetery. Please be sure to bring your own snacks and water. Join us for lunch after the ride at Safeway. Average speed will be 14-15 mph. Questions? - Please contact Ride Leaders Ed and Susan McNulty at 302-834-7429.
• 10:00 a.m. 2nd ANNUAL 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. DON’S BIKE ADVENTURE: Class C, 25-35 miles, 12-14 mph cruising pace. More new roads to ride. Meet at Laurel Acres Park, Mt. Laurel, NJ. Contact Leader: Don V. at 856-235-2457.
• 10:00 a.m. JOANNE’S BIKE ADVENTURE: Class C-/D, 30 miles, 11-13 mph cruising pace, Lumberton Municipal Building, 35 Municipal Drive, NJ. To Apanay and Fire Lane Road. Contact Leader: Joanne R. at 856.424.0425.
• 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. CRANBERRY JAUNT: 6 miles, moderate pace. Hike a loop around Lebanon Lakes Area and the various scenic cranberry bogs. Explore the area and learn about the bogs. Bring binoculars for possible waterfowl sightings. Bring easy to carry picnic lunch to enjoy at the halfway point. It is recommended to bring a plastic bag to sit on. Directions: From 70/72 circle, follow Route 70 East 1.7 miles. Turn right onto Forest Road at the light. Go 1.1 miles and turn right into large sandy parking area. Heavy rain cancels. Contact Leaders: Glenn McCurdy & Donna at 856-764-1341.
• 11:00 a.m. WOMEN’S COLLEGE SOFTBALL: Drexel plays James Madison at Drexel Field, Philadelphia. Call 215-895-1999.
• 12:30 p.m. WOMEN’S COLLEGE SOFTBALL: Penn plays Cornell at Warren Field, Philadelphia. Call 215-898-3442.
• 1:00 p.m. ALL STAR LABOR CLASSIC HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: Experience on-the-court action when the area's best high school seniors (boys and girls) match talents in two "city vs. suburbs" basketball games, sponsored by Philadelphia's Organized Labor. In its 21st year, the All Star Labor Classic, which will be played at St. Joseph's University, 54th and City Avenue, offers a day of fun for the entire family. There will be an exhibition game, cheerleaders, prize give-aways and more. In addition to benefiting children and adults with disabilities in the Greater Philadelphia area, this event awards scholarships to the student athletes for their continuing education, Saint Joseph's University, 5600 City Avenue, Philadelphia. Call 215-242-4200, ext. 289.
• 1:00 a.m. OCTATARA HIGH SCHOOL BIKE RIDE: 25 miles, Pace: C. Leaves from the Octarara Primary School parking lot. This is the new school on the north side of Highland Road. It is the one furthest from Route 41, so it is not the newest one just constructed. Contact Leader: Jan Johnson at 610-383-9575 or 610-413-0281 (cell) if calling after 12:30 on the day of the ride.
• 1:00 p.m. UNIONVILLE HORSE COUNTRY BIKE RIDE: 17-20 miles, Pace: C-/DG. Meet at Shaw's Bridge Park on Creek Rd between Route 842 and Route 52 near West Chester to ride in Unionville Horse Country. Rolling with some hills. Contact Leader: Fran DeMillion at 610-444-3644 (home) or 610-316-2937 (cell).
• 1:00 p.m. I’VE GOT STUFF TO DO ON SUNDAY MORNINGS BIKE RIDE: Leave Valley Garden Park on Campbell Rd (Rt. 82) in Greenville, DE for a 12-13 mph 25-35 mile moderately hilly ride in chateau country to Pennsylvania. Ride series, which will continue each Sunday at 1:00 pm through April, will attempt to choose a different route each week. No ride if severe weather or hazardous conditions. Just plain cold is no excuse. No ride if heat index greater than 100 degrees. Usual basic cycling competency required. Contact Ride Leader: Pieter Jongebreur at 302-530-0666. (Phone will be off on Sundays 10:15 am -12:15 pm.)
• 2:00 p.m. SAM’S CAJUN DANCE PARTY & JAM: 221 West Upsal Street, West Mt. Airy, Philadelphia. Call 215-848-8961.
• PHYS. ED. 5K: Elkins Park School in Elkins Park, Cheltenham Township, PA. Call 215-517-3742.
• CAVA APRIL STORMS 13 VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT: Forks Township Community Center, 1606 Sullivan Trail, Easton, PA. Call 610-250-2260.

MONDAY, APRIL 14, 2008

• 8:00 p.m. MOSTLY WALTZ MONDAYS IN GLENSIDE: Glenside Memorial Hall, Keswick Avenue & Waverly Road, Glenside, PA. Call 215-643-4397.
• 10:00 a.m. HIKE TO MARTHA: 5 miles, moderate pace. Hike to the site of the furnace that operated many years ago. Bring lunch to eat after hike. Meet at Harrisville Lake. Bad weather cancels. Contact Leader: Janet Horton at 856-461-5771.
• 2008 TRACK: In grades 4-8, St. Norbert School, 50 Leopard Road, Paoli, PA. Call 610-220-7645.
• CANOE/KAYAK THE MAURICE RIVER: The Maurice River and its tributaries drain the southwest portion of the Pinelands National Reserve. Join us for a leisurely paddle on a section of the river to be determined depending on river conditions. We may paddle from Willow Grove Lake to Almond Rd or from Almond Rd to Sherman Ave. Meet at the Pegasus Diner on Routes 40 and 47 in Malaga for breakfast before the trip. Please contact leaders for meeting time and to confirm trip. Contact Co-Leaders: Dawn at 856-453-1007 or Trina P. at 856-224-1055.

MONDAY-MONDAY, APRIL 14-JULY 28, 2008

• 2008 CORE CREEK TENNIS PROGRAMS: Core Creek Park, Tennis Courts Woodbourne Road, Langhorne, PA. Call 215-322-6802

TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2008

• 10:00 a.m. WOMEN’S GOLF: Captains' Clinic, Chester Valley Golf Club, 430 Swedesford Road, Malvern, PA. Contact Scott Ussia at 610-647-4007.
• 2:30 p.m. WOMEN’S COLLEGE SOFTBALL: Villanova plays Penn Wildcat Athletics Softball Field, Villanova, PA. Call 610-519-4138.
• 6:00 p.m. VOCABULARY BIKE RIDE: 15+/- miles, Class: C-/C. Meet at the 320 Produce parking lot, Chester Road & Park Lane Road, for ride thru Swarthmore, Wallingford, Ridley Twp & surrounding area. We wait for all riders. Contact Betsy French at 610-544-8253.
• 6:00 p.m. NPHS TUESDAY NIGHTS BIKE RIDE: 15-16 mph, 25-30 miles. Start at North Penn High School, 1340 Valley Forge Road, Lansdale, PA. Weekly Tues night rides from NPHS leave promptly at 6 PM, travel over light traffic roads, explore new areas, and enjoy many favorites as well. Contact Jay Sitkin at 215-362-8591.
• 6:00 p.m. NPHS TUESDAY NIGHTS BIKE RIDE: 13-14 mph, 20 to 30 miles. Start at North Penn High School, 1340 Valley Forge Road, Lansdale, PA. Enjoy lightly traveled roads, rolling hills and quaint farm country every Tuesday night, riding from NPHS. Rain or temperatures below 50 degrees cancel the ride. Contact Kathleen at 215-368-2043.
• 2008 WOODBURY BAPTIST SOFTBALL SEASON: Woodbury Baptist Church, Woodbury, NJ. Call 484-880-2144.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 16, 2008

• 10:00 a.m. DOC’S BIKE RIDE: 35-50 miles, Class: B-. Various routes from Swarthmore. Leaves from 320 Market parking lot. Probably a lunch stop. Temperatures below 45 degrees F will cancel ride. Contact Larry Green at 610-544-5799.
• 10:00 a.m. PENNYPACK-LORIMER PARKS LOOP HIKE: 10 miles, moderate pace. Come enjoy these lovely parks at a beautiful time of the year. Meet at Bustleton Avenue & Benton Street park entrance. Cross Tacony-Palmyra bridge into Phila; take Levick St. to Roosevelt Blvd. (Rt. 1). Turn right onto Rt. 1-N center lanes; go about 2.5 miles (past Rhawn St) to Strahle Street and turn left. Take Strahle to Bustleton and turn right. Go ½ mile to Benton Street, turn left and park. Check with leader if really bad weather is forecast. Contact Leader: Jerry Goldstein at 609-859-8133.
• 10:30 a.m. CANOE/KAYAK ON THE CROSSWICKS/CREEK/HAMILTON TRENTON MARSH: Enjoy a shuttleless 8-mile round trip on the northernmost tidal area on the Delaware River. We’ll paddle from Bordentown Beach to Roebling Park, have lunch and walk to Spring Lake looking for early signs of spring. Contact leaders to confirm trip and your participation. Contact Leaders: George & Leona F. at 609-259-3734.
• 6:00 p.m. ROSE TREE PARK N BIKE RIDE: 10-15 miles, Class: C. It’s Spring! Time to get out and ride! Meet me at Rose Tree Park, Rt. 252 near Media, PA, for an easy ride through Ridley Creek State Park and the surrounding area. We’ll stick to the advertised pace, and the group will stop and wait for stragglers. Contact Dom Zuppo at 484-483-7456.