THURSDAY-SATURDAY, APRIL 24-26, 2008

• 10:00 a.m. EASTERN PA FLECHE BIKE RIDE: A 24-hour event held on or around Easter weekend. This is an ACP-sanctioned event and counts toward the R-5000 medal. No rest stop may be longer than 2 hours. Allowable start times are from noon Thursday through 10 AM on Saturday. A minimum of 360 km must be covered during the event, Weisel Youth Hostel, 7347 Richlandtown Road, Quakertown, PA. Call 610-559-1145.
• Noon PENN RELAYS: Franklin Field, 33rd and South Streets, Philadelphia. The goal of the Penn Relay Carnival is a simple one: to provide the best competition for the greatest number of participants of all levels, ages and abilities. In its 112-year history, the Carnival has provided competition for more athletes than any other track meet in the world. During the past 10 years, more than 10,000 young men and women have competed in the Carnival. The athletes range in age from under 8 to over 80. Call 1-888-PENN-TIX.

THURSDAY-THURSDAY, APRIL 24-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 24-MAY 10, 2008

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

THURSDAY-THURSDAY, APRIL 24-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 24-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 24-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 24-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 24-JUNE 20, 2008

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

THURSDAY-MONDAY, APRIL 24-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 24- 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 24-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-FRIDAY, APRIL 24-JUNE 20, 2008

• MARTY NOTHSTEIN BICYCLE RACING LEAGUE: Trexlertown, PA. Call 610-395-7000 ext. 226.

THURSDAY-SUNDAY, APRIL 24-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 24- 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 24-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 24-JULY 31, 2008

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

THURSDAY-FRIDAY, APRIL 24-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.

THURSDAY-WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24-OCTOBER 15, 2008

• HIKE FOR HUNGER: Pacific Crest Trail, Philadelphia. Call 919-306-2463.
• FRIDAY, APRIL 25, 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.
• 10:00 a.m. DELAWARE WATER GAP HIKE: 10-11 miles, Brisk pace. LEADERS CHOICE, Rocky/rigorous hike. Bring sturdy shoes and a walking stick. Bring lunch (homemade banana bread provided for dessert!) Meet in the Dunnfield Creek/Appalachian Trail parking lot on the westbound side of Interstate 80 just before crossing into Pennsylvania. Contact Joel Penn at 609-313-2376.
• 3:00 p.m. WOMEN'S COLLEGE SOFTBALL: Saint Joseph's plays Fordham at the Saint Joseph's Athletics Softball Field, Philadelphia. Call 610-660-1734.
• 3:00 p.m. WOMEN'S COLLEGE SOFTBALL: Temple plays George Washington at Ambler Softball Field, Philadelphia. Call 215-204-8742.
• 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 from Bonsall Park at Silverside Road and Greendale Road. We will ride to the former 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 and Rich Gilligan at 302-540-1958. 7:00 p.m.
• 12th ANNUAL OUT & BACK PARTY 4-MILE RUN: Lloyd Hall, 1 Boathouse Row, Philadelphia. Call 610-745-6150.
• 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 & SATURDAY, APRIL 25 & 26, 2008

• 5:00 p.m. HELL OF THE NORTH BIKE RIDE: 88 miles, 7000+ vertical ft. climbing. (L.S.D. Categorized 2). Overnight at the Pine Barn Inn, Danville, PA. Arguably the most scenic ride you will do this year! Course is well marked with long climbs and descents that go for miles. Meet at Lenape High School for carpool to Bloomsburg, PA. Contact Ride Leader: Lance Roman at 609-234-0040.

SATURDAY, APRIL 26, 2008

• 7:30 a.m. 2008 TRIPLE CROWN TRAIL RACES: Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K/5K Runs, White Clay Creek State Park, New London Road (Rt. 896), Newark, DE. Call 302-453-0859.
• 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. COLLEGEVILLE 5K FOR ATHRITIS: Ursinus College Campus, 601 East Main Street, Collegeville, PA. Call 215-574-3060.
• 8:30 a.m. CITY LINE 5K: One Bala Plaza, City Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, Philadelphia. Call 856-468-0010.
• 8:30 a.m. LUNCH IN THE PARK AT LITITZ BIKE RIDE: Start from Octoraro School at Highland Rd. and Rt. 41 for a 72 mile, moderately paced (about 14 mph) not-too-hilly ride through the Pennsylvania-Dutch countryside to Lititz. Bring or buy lunch. Contact Ride Leaders: Doug Kennedy at 610-543-4664 and Debbie Wilson at 392-798-1243.
• 9:00 a.m. 4th ANNUAL TEAL RIBBON 5K TO OVERCOME OVARIAN CENTER: Carousel House in Fairmount Park, Philadelphia. Contact Robin Cohen at 610-446-2272.
• 9:00 a.m. MILL CREEK MAGIC MILES 5K RUN: Mill Creek Elementary School, Warrington, PA. Contact Kim Mulloy at 215-997-6160.
• 9:00 a.m. PERKIOMEN VALLEY 5K STRIDES FOR A CURE: The Perkiomen Trail, Spring Mount, PA. Contact Terri Archer at 610-297-5356.
• 9:00 a.m. TALL OAKS CLASSICAL SCHOOL RACE: Rockford Park, 19th Street & Tower Road, Wilmington, DE. Call 302-654-6400.
• 9:00 a.m. 2nd ANNUAL ELWYN MAXIMUM 5K RUN: 111 Elwyn Road, Elwyn, PA. Be part of a challenging race on Elwyn's historic, 400-acre campus. This scenic course takes you over macadam roads, grassy trails and rolling hills. Contact Susan Foster at 610-891-2656.
• 9:00 a.m. RACE AGAINST VIOLENCE 5K: Mitch's Market Street Gym, 322 West Market Street, West Chester, PA. Call 610-692-1926.
• 9:00 a.m. MOMMY'S LIGHT 4th ANNUAL 5K RUN: Eagleview Town Center, 540 Wellington Square, Exton, PA. Call 610-725-9790.
• 9:00 a.m. MURPHEY MILES 5K RUN: Silver Lake Park, Enter from State Street for beach side parking Washington Street, Dover, DE. Call 302-674-3213.
• 9:00 a.m. PHILADELPHIA UNIVERSITY RAM 5K RUN: Philadelphia University School, House Lane and Henry Avenue, Philadelphia. Call 215-487-0770.
• 9:00 a.m. WELCOME HOME BABES BIKE RIDE: 35-40 miles, Class: C+. Welcome home the ladies of Spain (if they come home).Watch as they demonstrate their new climbing skills. Listen to Spain tales over a delicious Northbrook lunch. Meet at Chadds Ford elementary school (route 1 and Fairview). Contact Dan Dillon at 610-494-4949.
• 9:00 a.m. EASY BIKE RIDER: 11-12 mph, 25-30 Miles. Start at Cold Spring Elementary School, 4150 Durham Road, Buckingham, PA. Although still early in the season, we'll work on our cycling base with some modest climbs and mileage. Expect scenic roads, foodstop, no one dropped, ride starts promptly, rain cancels, no confirmation necessary. At 8 am, we'll have a flat-repair demonstration. Contact Roy Zipris at 215-674-5258.
• 9:00 a.m. WARMER WEATHER THAN WINTER BIKE RIDE: 13-15 mph, 40 to 50 miles +/-. Start at Upper Dublin High School, 800 Loch Alsh Avenue, Fort Washington, PA. The leaves should be coming out about now so we will look for some tree lined roads in Montgomery or Bucks County. Rest stop, indoors if it is cold, regroup as needed, no one droped, some hills. Rain or wet roads cancels, call if unsure if ride is on. Contact Elliot Titcher at 215-641-0607.
• 9:00 a.m. DOUG'S BIKINI LUNCH BIKE RIDE: Class C+, 40 miles, 14-16 mph cruising pace. Surprise rest stop. Meet at Lenape H.S., Church and Hartford Roads, Medford, NJ. Contact Leader: Doug G. at 856-904-2547.
• 9:00 a.m. BICYCLE SCHUYLKILL BIKE PATH: 44 miles, Round Trip Road Miles: 60. Ride from Western Terminus of Schuylkill Bike Path to the Philadelphia Museum of Art then return for total of 44 miles. Starting at the Western Terminus of Schuylkill Bike Path (Lower Perkiomen Valley Park) we will ride east 22 miles to the Philadelphia Museum of Art and park our bikes for short exploration of Center City area. Lunch break will be 12 miles into the returning 22 mile trip, for a total of 44 miles. Meeting time is 9:00 am at the Days Inn parking lot just east of the NE extention of the turnpike or 10:00 am at starting location. All bicycle styles acceptable. Helmets required. Expect riders from other clubs to attend. Contact Leader: Al Schwartz at 610-258-0959.
• 9:30 a.m. THE LAB FITNESS & SPA 5K: The Health & Wellness Center, 847 Easton Road, Warrington, PA. Call 215-918-5900.
• 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 mild 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. INDIAN MILLS BIKE RIDE: Class D, 20 miles. 9-12 Mph cruising pace St. Peter's Church, One Hartford Rd at Taunton Blvd, Medford, NJ. Contact Leader: Maggie H. at 609-518-8906.
• 10:00 a.m. CENTENNIAL SCHOOL 5K RUN: Lehigh's scenic Goodman Campus, Bethlehem, PA. Contact Carly Graber or Matt Beal at 610-266-6500.
• 10:00 a.m. SHAD FESTIVAL HIKE: 8 miles, moderate pace. Many things to see at the festival. Must try a shad burger, or a BBQ at the River Horse Brewery. Meet at D+R Canal, Jimison Farm. Contact Leader Dave and Julie Hegelein at 856-235-8792.
• 11:00 a.m. BIKE RIDE FOR AUTISM: The Ride will begin at Wissahickon High School, 521 Houston Road, Ambler, PA and end at McFadden's at Citizen's Bank Park in Philadelphia. Call 215-619-8112.
• 11:00 a.m. “ANOTHER LINE DANCE BRUNCH”: Reformation Lutheran Church 1215 E. Vernon Road, Philadelphia (Vernon Road & Rugby). Call 610-368-7043, 610-368-7735.
• 11:00 a.m. AEROBICS WITH DENISE: Mercy Eastwick Wellness Center, 2821 Island Avenue, Philadelphia. To learn how to join, please call 215-863-6106.
• Noon HIGH TREK ADVENTURE PHILLY: High Trek Adventure is a unique, one-of-a-kind urban adventure game where brains beat brawn! Teams of 2 solve clever clues while navigating the urban jungle via foot or public transit! Its a scavenger hunt, with all the thrills of the amazing race, mixed in with Trivial Pursuit, throw in a mini road race and add a dash of cat-and-mouse, Triumph Brewery, 117 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia. Call 480-326-4893.
• Noon WOMEN'S COLLEGE SOFTBALL: Delaware plays Hofstra at Delaware Softball Diamond Field, Newark, DE. Call 302-UD1-HENS.
• Noon WOMEN'S COLLEGE SOFTBALL: Drexel plays Towson at Drexel Field, Philadelphia. Call 215-895-1999.
• Noon WOMEN'S COLLEGE SOFTBALL: Saint Joseph's plays Fordham at the Saint Joseph's Athletics Softball Field, Philadelphia. Call 610-660-1734.
• Noon WOMEN'S COLLEGE SOFTBALL: Temple plays George Washington at Ambler Softball Field, Philadelphia. Call 215-204-8742.
• 5:00 p.m. HAVERFORD EDUCATION FOUNDATION TWILIGHT 5K RUN: Starts in Front of Haverford Middle School runs down to Karakung Drive and back, and finishes in Haverford High School Stadium. Live entertainment and great food after the race. Contact Kevin Nolan at 610 449 7795 x102.
• GIRLS VOLLEYBALL: CHS VB Open Tournament, Conestoga High School, Irish Road, Berwyn, PA. Contact Diana Felker at 484-320-8651.
• GIRLS VOLLEYBALL: KRVA Girls Bid for 12s and 13s Tournament, York Expo Center, Emmaus, PA. Contact Steven Covert at 717-927-9161 (home) or 717-927-9161 (work).
• CASA KID 5K: Lawrenceville, NJ. Call 609-631-9211.
• LEHIGH VALLEY SPRING TRACK OMNIUM SERIES RACE: Trexlertown, PA. Call 215-284-2339.
• BERGEN CUP: Collegiate Men & Women, Schuylkill River, Philadelphia. Contact Gerry Quinlan at 610-660-1700.
• NJ SCHOLASTIC ROWING CHAMPIONSHIP: Cooper River. HS – Invite. Contact Andy Salisbury at 609-693-7532.
• PADDLE THE OCTORARO RIVER IN MARYLAND: This is the second year that the Club has participated in this joint trip with the Wilmington and Lancaster Canoe Clubs. The section to be run depends on water levels but expect a mostly whitewater trip. Previous whitewater experience required. The area is about 75 miles from the Philadelphia. No rentals available. Call leader for details. Contact Leader: Frank Pearce at 856-767-2780.

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, APRIL 26 & 27, 2008

• FUTURE STARS CLASSIC: Boys & Girls Divisions, 9u-17u, Downingtown West High School, 445 Manor Avenue, Downingtown, PA. Contact Mark P. Sills at 302-328-2770.
• WILDCAT CHAOS SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT: Youth Fastpitch tournament, Dingletown II Fields in Shamong, NJ. Call 609-517-7759.

SUNDAY-SATURDAY, APRIL 27-MAY 24, 2008

• SPRING TENNIS: North Penn High School, 1340 Valley Forge Road, Lansdale, PA. Call 215-368-7602.

SUNDAY, APRIL 27, 2008

• 7:30 a.m. 1st ANNUAL WEST DEPTFORD RIVERWINDS TRIATHLON & DUATHLON: 475yrd pool swim - or 2 mile run 14.5 mile bike, 5K run, West Deptford, NJ. Call 856-217-7684.
• 8:00 a.m. LEHIGH VALLEY HALF MARATHON: Allen High School, 126 North 17th Street, Allentown, PA. Call 610-434-9133.
• 8:00 a.m. HORSHAM ROTARY RIVER BIKE RIDE: 100K (62.5 miles); 35 miles; 20 miles. The Horsham River Ride is a beginning of the season ride ranging from a dedicated metric century to a family ride around Montgomery County. The metric century will take the riders thru the bucolic riding roads of northern Montgomery Co, with the shorter rides remaining closer to Horsham. Start at College Settlement Day Camp, 600 Witmer Road, Horsham PA. Call 215-860-8810.
• 8:00 a.m. THE HILL WITH IT BIKE RIDE: 65+ miles, Class: B. A difficult and hilly ride to test your legs and stamina. Starts at the R5 Wayne Train Station. Contact Brian Wade at 610-254-9485.
• 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). Return to the flatlands after the hills of yesterday. 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, Cherry Hill, NJ. Contact Leader: Tony M. at 609-828-0268.
• 8:00 a.m. KING RANCH HIKE: Depart 69th Street, Philadelphia. Once part of King Ranch, and now divided into estates, the land of Buck and Doe Valley Farms still retains its undeveloped character, with hills, streams, woods and high grassy meadows. The hike follows the same route as the autumn King Ranch trek and allows the hiker the opportunity to walk over these lovely green hills of the Brandywine Valley during a different season. This is a STRENUOUS hike of 15 miles with lots of ups and downs. Contact Leader: Paul Piechoski at 215-844-6190.
• 8:30 a.m. BUCKSFIT 5K RUN: Northampton Township Municipal Park. Meet at the playground off of Hatboro Road, PA. 215-357-6800 ext. 249.
• 8:30 a.m. THE PHILLYFIT 5K: Velocity Sports Center, 700 Veterans Circle, Warminster, Warminster, PA. Contact Jami Appenzeller-Yancey at 215-396-0268.
• 8:30 a.m. ATLANTIC COUNTY EARTH DAY FESTIVAL 5K RUN: Howard F. Haneman Environ. Park Egg, Harbor Twp., NJ. Contact Alan Levine at 609-272-6904.
• 8:30 a.m. Social Hike. Ralph Stover State Park , Pa. 7-8 miles: Moderate pace. Be prepared for rock scramble and steep climbs for spectacular views of the Tohickon Creek. Hiking boots required and good physical condition. Bring picnic type food to share at tailgate social after hike. Meet at Crown Plaza (formerly Hilton Hotel) rear parking area, Rt. 70 Cherry Hill, to carpool/caravan. Leave at 8:30 am sharp! Or meet at Ralph Stover St. Park near the bridge on Tohickon Hill Rd. in Pt. Pleasant, PA. Contact Leader: Paul Serdiuk at 609-462-3593 evenings only. Inclement weather cancels.
• 9:00 a.m. DINA'S 5K RUN: Rosemont College, 1400 Montgomery Avenue, Rosemont, PA. A moderately hilly, multi-terrain 5K that runs through Rosemont's campus and surrounding neighborhood. The course includes paved walkways, wooded trails, open fields, and roadways that wind and twist past historic buildings and beautiful scenic views. Contact Amanda Rogers at 267-374-8117.
• 9:00 a.m. COMMODORE BARRY BRIDGE 10K/5K RUN: Race begins and ends on the NJ side of the Commodore Barry Bridge, starting at Owens Memorial Park, 700 N. Tuckahoe Road, Williamstown NJ. Contact Fred Dunn at 856-875-8282.
• 9:00 a.m. BASSMAN XTERRA SPRING TRIATHLON: Bass River State Forest, 762 Stage Road, Tuckerton, NJ. Call 347-405-8128.
• 9:00 a.m. PERKIOMEN VALLEY STRIDES 5K RUN FOR A CURE: The Perkiomen Trail, 757 Spring Mount Road, Spring Mount, PA. Call 610-297-5356.
• 9:00 a.m. 26th ANNUAL INGLIS HOUSE 5 MILE RUN: Fairmount Park, near Memorial Hall Belmont Avenue and North Concourse Drive, Philadelphia. Contact Kate Farrell at 215-581-0702.
• 9:00 a.m. TRIMAX SPRING 10K CHALLENGE AT THE CREEK: French Creek State Park, 843 Park Road, Elverson, PA. Call 610-780-8034.
• 9:00 a.m. INAUGURAL MATTHEW BOWERS SAVE THE CHILDREN 5K RUN: Christiana Towers Commons, New London Road at Christiana Drive, Newark, DE. Call 302-654-6400.
• 9:00 a.m. INAUGURAL FIRST TEE OF DELAWARE 5K FOR HEALTHY KIDS: Dravo Plaza, Wilmington Riverfront, Wilmington, DE. Call 302-428-1612.
• 9:00 a.m. ART MUSEUM BIKE RIDE: 35 miles, Class: C+. Art Museum C+ paced ride from Drexel Hill Cyclery, Burmont Rd., Drexel Hill. We'll travel to the museum not for culture, but to cruise the museum loop. Bring $ for snack. Contact Bob Martin at 717-529-0981.
• 9:00 a.m. BIKE RIDE TO THE WILDFLOWERS: 30-35 miles, Class: C/C+. Meet at Chadds Ford Elementary School for a ride to the 4th Annual Wildflower Celebration at Mt. Cuba Center (near Greenville, DE), one of the region's premier wildflower gardens. This is the only day of the year Mt. Cuba can be toured for free and without a guide. The ride leader will spend about an hour at the garden; for those who want to linger longer, cue sheets will be provided. Bring food to eat either along the way or at the parking area in the Red Clay Reservation (no food is allowed on the grounds). If I get a good turnout for this ride, expect rides to other gardens later in the season. Contact Adam Levine at 610-891-0780.
• 9:00 a.m. SOMEWHERE ELSE BIKE RIDE: 13-14 mph, 40-45 Miles. Start at Central Bucks East High School, Anderson & Holicong Roads, Buckingham, PA. Roy's monthly "somewhere else" 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. PJ'S AND BATHROBES FOR BREAKFAST BIKE RIDE: Did you know breakfast is half price if one dares to show up in pj and bathrobes at Buckley's Tavern? Be at Buckley's in Centerville on Route 52 (Kennett Pike) for a rolling 30-32 mile ride at 11-13 mph. After the ride, the brave can put on their bathrobes and slippers to enjoy the 1/2 price breakfast. Contact Ride Leaders: Barrie Jane Kintner at 610-361-0442 and Bob Wheeler at 302-239-5638.
• 9:00 a.m. BRANDYWINE 50 BIKE RIDE: A moderately hilly 40-60 mile ride, 15 mph average speed, through Chester and Delaware County. Ride will start 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.
• 9:15 a.m. CHESTERBROOK IKEA BIKE RIDE: 30+ miles, Pace: C (11+ mph). Starts from the Manhattan Bagel in the Chesterbrook Shopping Center, easily accessible from US202 or PA252. Final attempt after 3 cancellations this winter We ride to King of Prussia, cross Upper Marion and the Schuylkill River. Continue up the "new" Cross County Trail, we stop for refueling and warming at IKEA. After a tasty interlude we remount and slowly spin under Ridge Pike, across the end of the Metroplex shopping center, and wind our way through part of Plymouth Meeting back to Chesterbrook. Expect a few hills. No one dropped. Cue sheets provided. Bring lock, snack, beverage & $. A multi club ride. In the event of weather concerns, or for directions, contact Leaders: Arnie Roseman at 610-640-4529.
• 9:30 a.m. RUN WITH ROTARY: Montgomery Upper Middle School, Burnt Hill Road, Skillman, NJ. Call 6099245044 x4316.
• 9:30 a.m. ALAPOCAS RUN 8K: Wilmington Friends School, 101 School Road, Wilmington, DE. Call 302-576-2935.
• 9:30 a.m. STEVE'S BIKE RIDE: Class C-/D+, 25-30 miles, 11-13 mph cruising pace. One stop. Laurel Acres Park, Church Street, Mt. Laurel, NJ. Contact Leader: Steve V. at 609.893.3678.
• 9:30 a.m. MANUMUSKIN PRESERVE HIKE: 6-7 miles, moderate pace, with possible extension to 12 miles for experienced hikers. Join us as we explore a new hiking location. Follow the path of the Manumuskin River, in Cumberland Co., until it turns into a stream and visit the sight of a long past village, Fries Mill. Some remains of cabins can still be seen and hear some local folklore. If luck holds, early spring is generally a good time for viewing the resident eagle and osprey as well as migrating water fowl. See one of the largest Osprey nests in NJ and have the opportunity to view a sampling of the only cactus native to NJ. Bring water, lunch and binoculars suggested. Meet at the Wawa on East Rt.49 and Wade Blvd. in Millville, easy access from Rt.55. Contact leader prior to trip to confirm participation. Contact Susan Brown at 856-364-0278.
• 10:00 a.m. DCCC 5K WALK/RUN: Delaware County Community College, 100 Bond Drive, Downingtown, PA. Call 610-696-0115.
• 10:00 a.m. FRIENDS' CENTRAL 5K FUN RUN & FAMILY DAY: Friends' Central School 1101 City Ave., Wynnewood, PA. The on-campus race course is spectator friendly and uses the Friends' Central athletic fields as well as the school's new 6 lane all-weather track. Race run rain or shine. Call 610-645-5041.
• 10:00 a.m. 17th ANNUAL CENTENNIAL SCHOOL 5K RUN: Lehigh University, Goodman Campus, 150 Goodman Drive, Bethlehem, PA. Call 610-266-6500 x225.
• 10:00 a.m. NOT JUST A WALK IN THE PARK 5K RUN: West Goshen Park, West Chester, PA. Contact Tracey McDevitt at 215-972-5200.
• 10:00 a.m. DON'S BIKE ADVENTURE: Class C, 25-35 miles, 12-14 mph cruising pace. Don ends the month with another fabulous ride. Meet at Laurel Acres Park, Mt. Laurel, NJ. Contact Leader: Don V. at 856-235-2457.
• 10:00 a.m. WISSAHICKON DAY PARADE HIKE: Miles: 5 or 7, moderate pace. We'll hike down to the Valley Green Inn and have lunch while watching all of the trappings of the annual Equestrian Parade. The parade commemorates the closure of Forbidden Drive to vehicular traffic many years ago. On the way back we'll check out the covered bridge, the falls and a new trail. Rugged terrain. Bring or buy lunch. NP. Meeting Place: Meet before 10:00 am in front of Crate & Barrel, Cherry Hill Mall [the flagpole is gone], or 11:00 at Andorra Nature Center, Ridge and Northwestern Avenues, Roxboro. Contact Leader: Rich Kranz at 856- 316-6292.
• 11:00 a.m. KING RANCH HIKE: Depart 69th Street, Philadelphia. This hike is for the ambitious afternoon hiker. From Rt. 82, we walk a mile along a country lane by a quiet brook to a covered bridge and seven glorious, arduous miles of hills. Map: Coatesville. A number of us intend to have dinner out after the hike. Contact Leaders: Lore Britton at 717-741-0624 and Joan Finger at 215-561-3176.
• Noon WOMEN'S COLLEGE SOFTBALL: Delaware plays Hofstra at Delaware Softball Diamond Field, Newark, DE. Call 302-UD1-HENS.
• Noon WOMEN'S COLLEGE SOFTBALL: Drexel plays Towson at Drexel Field, Philadelphia. Call 215-895-1999.
• Noon WOMEN'S COLLEGE SOFTBALL: Saint Joseph's plays George Washington at the Saint Joseph's Athletics Softball Field, Philadelphia. Call 610-660-1734.
• Noon WOMEN'S COLLEGE SOFTBALL: Temple plays Fordham at Ambler Softball Field, Philadelphia. Call 215-204-8742.
• 1:00 p.m. RACE AGAINST RACISM 5K: YWCA of West Chester, 123 North Church Street, West Chester, PA. Call 610-696-0115.
• 1:00 p.m. 5K RUN FOR DANA MARIE: Phoenixville Area High School, 1200 Gay Street, Phoenixville, PA. Contact Debra Carr at 610-935-0911.
• 1:30 p.m. 2008 LAXAPALOOZA ALUMNI GAME: Penncrest High School, 134 Barren Road, Media, PA. Call 215-546-0500.
• 2:00 p.m. SUNDAY AFTERNOON BIKE RIDE: 13-15 mph, 25-35+ miles. Start at Indian Valley Middle School, Maple & Gruber Avenues, Harleysville, PA. Scenic roads, rolling terrain with a hill or two. Bring what food/drink you need, although we might briefly stop somewhere if mileage is closer to 35+ miles. No one dropped. Rain or wind > 15 mph cancels ride. Call before 11:30 a.m. if weather is iffy. Contact Monica Coleman at 610-547-1430.
• 2:30 p.m. MOSTLY WALTZ: With pre-dance lessons, Arden Gild Hall, 2126 The Highway, Arden, DE. Call 215-483-0726, 215-643-4397.
• 3:00 p.m. 5K MILES FOR MERCY: Gwynedd-Mercy Academy Elementary, 816 Norristown Road, Lower Gwynedd Township, Montgomery County, PA. A flat, looping run through Gwynedd-Mercy College and Gwynedd-Mercy High School. Contact Heather Ho at 215-542-7574.
• 3:00 p.m. BALLROOM, LATIN, EAST & WEST COAST SWING: Indian Creek Foundation, 420 Cowpath Road, Souderton, PA. Call 215-721-7609.
• 4:15 p.m. SWING DANCING AT THE FAIRMOUNT ARTS CRAWL: Life sport Fitness Center 2112 Fairmount Avenue, Philadelphia. Call 215-232-6327.
• CHEERLEADING COMPETITION: Big Bell Championships, Stabler Arena, 124 Goodman Drive, Lehigh, PA. Call 312-791-6190.
• PATRIOT LEAGUE ROWING CHAMPIONSHIP: Collegiate – Championship, Cooper River, NJ. Call 610-289-1950.
• WILLIAM & SARAH COOPER CUP: Junior, Cooper River, Camden County, NJ. Contact Joe Sullivan at 856-912-1002.
• CHEERLEADING COMPETITION: Shore Showdown, Asbury Park Convention Hall, Asbury Park, NJ. Contact Mike Majorano at 856-273-8388.
• CHEERLEADING COMPETITION: Big Bell Chamionships, Lehigh, PA. Contact Emilee at 888-716-2287.

MONDAY, APRIL 28, 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.
• 10:00 a.m. ONG'S HAT TO DEEP HOLLOW HIKE: 5 miles moderate pace. We'll hike along the Batona Trail to Deep Hollow. Meet at the Batona Trail head a short distance down a dirt road opposite Cafe Apany on Magnolia Rd. (about 1 1/2 miles from the Four Mile Circle. Bad weather cancels. Contact Leader Janet Horton at 857-461-5771.
• 5:30 a.m. PIKE CREEK BIKE RIDE: Evening rides departing from Ebenezer United Methodist Church parking lot on Polly Drummond Hill Rd in Pike Creek. 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.

TUESDAY, APRIL 29, 2008

• 10:30 a.m. SILVER SNEAKERS: An exercise program designed specifically for senior citizens. Classes incorporate strength, mobility and cardio exercises, and are designed for different levels of fitness. Classes are open to fitness center members only at Mercy Eastwick Wellness Center, 2821 Island Avenue, Philadelphia. To learn how to join, please call 215-863-6106.
• 2:30 p.m. WOMEN'S COLLEGE SOFTBALL: Villanova plays Rutgers at the Wildcat Athletics Softball Field, Philadelphia. Call 610-519-4138.
• 5:45 p.m. NEWARK BIKE RIDE: : This Tuesday night ride over rolling hills leaves from the Delaware Technology Park at the corner of Library and Wyoming Roads 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 13-15 mph and distance 15-20 miles depending on speed and daylight. Must wear a helmet, and should have tire repair equipment. Contact Ride Leader: Roy Simonson at 302-463-9873 (cell), 302-737-5983 (home), 302-366-7055 (work).
• 6:00 p.m. DUNBAR'S BIKE RIDE: These MS Training Rides leave Dunbar's Cyclery on Philadelphia Pike, just north of Washington Street Extension. The rides will run until the end of September. A group with a ride leader will average 14 mph. As of now, there is no ride leader for a faster 17 mph group, however faster riders are welcome to join us. No one will be dropped as long as they keep close to the posted speed ranges. Mileage will be 18-23 miles. Contact Ride Leader: David Anderson at 610-329-5215.
• 6:00 p.m. LINE DANCING WITH LACEY: The is 45-minute class is a great cardiovascular work out while learning the most popular line dances at Mercy Eastwick Wellness Center, 2821 Island Avenue, Philadelphia. To learn how to join, please call 215-863-6106.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 30, 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.
• 10:00 a.m. PENN STATE FOREST HIKE: 9 miles, moderate pace (3 mph). View lake, sandy roads, dwarf pines, a hill with a view, and if Jack can find it, a landing gear from a F105 jet that crashed on 1/17/'71. Meet at Oswego Lake. Bring lunch and wet weather gear. It rained last year. Contact Leaders: Joe Hummel at 856-235-8817 and Jack Dalton at 609-296-1805.
• 10:00 a.m. 3-B - BOARDWALK, BRIDGE, BEACH (OCEAN CITY) HIKE: 7 miles, moderate pace. Walk on Ocean City boardwalk 1-1/2 miles north, 2-1/2 miles through Gardens, over Longport Bridge. Lunch at fishing pier picnic area on bridge. Back over bridge to beach (tides permitting), back on boardwalk to starting point. Meet at 12th Street Pavilion on boardwalk. Contact Leader: Noel Wirth at 609-938-0418.
• 2:00 p.m. WOMEN'S COLLEGE SOFTBALL: Delaware plays UMBC at Delaware Softball Diamond Field, Newark, DE. Call 302-UD1-HENS.
• 2:30 p.m. WOMEN'S COLLEGE SOFTBALL: Temple plays Villanova at Ambler Softball Field, Philadelphia. Call 215-204-8742.
• 3:00 p.m. WOMEN'S COLLEGE SOFTBALL: Drexel plays Fairleigh Dickinson at Drexel Field, Philadelphia. Call 215-895-1999.
• 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. 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, Aaron.Chen-1@USA.dupont.com, 302-731-1456.
• 6:00 p.m. HOCKESSIN BIKE RIDE: Leave Hockessin for a nice ride averaging around 14-16 mph. Everyone is asked to park at the Dover Saddlery on Yorklyn Road in the parking spaces closest to the road. At this time of year we'll plan on leaving and try to get in around 12-15 miles depending on daylight. Contact Ride Leaders: Joe Lazorick at 302-547-3883.
• 7:30 p.m. JANE AUSTEN DANCE WORKSHOP: English Country Dancing, Merion Friends Meeting, 615 Montgomery Avenue, Merion, PA. Call 215-836-0426, 856-858-3385.