Theater, Art, Music and Taxes

A wide variety of events this week, from all kinds of arts to help with your taxes. Get out and enjoy the nice weather while it lasts.

Friday at 8 pm, "Grand Concourse" at Theatre Horizon. Last weekend. Performances at 8 pm Saturday and 2 pm Sunday. Go to this link for information and tickets.

Saturday, 10 am-noon at the New Life Internet Café, 19 W. Marshall. Photo ID Clinic, for photo IDs, birth certificates, Social Security cards, voter registration information or social services applications. Bring personal identification paperwork, such as your social security card, old photo ID or driver’s license, military ID, marriage or divorce certificates, passport, naturalization or citizenship certificate, or your birth certificate. You’ll also need proof of residence, such as a rental agreement, mortgage paperwork, utility bills, medical bills, W-2 forms, work ID, tax returns or bank statements.

Jazz 180

Saturday, 7-11 pm at Five Saints Distilling (Green and Main), Jazz Night with Jazz 180.

Monday, 9 am-1 pm at Norristown Library (Powell and Swede). AARP Tax-Aide Tax Preparation Assistance. Tax-Aide is available free to taxpayers with low and moderate income, with special attention to those 60 and older. For info, contact: Asha Verma at averma@mclinc.org or call 610-278-5100 x0. For more information on the documents you will need to bring with you, visit the Tax Aide website at AARP.org/taxaide, or call the toll-free number at 888-227-7669.

Tuesday, 7 pm at Municipal Hall. Zoning Board Hearing.

Ongoing through April 29, The Historical Society of Montgomery County (1654 DeKalb) is running the exhibit: Norristown Remembered, The Art of Frank Batson. Norristown native Frank Batson’s paintings are inspired by his memories of Norristown and the surrounding area from the 1940’s, ‘50’s, and ‘60’s. Many of the buildings and places are long gone, but through his art, they are brought back to life. Exhibit is FREE and open to the public daily, Monday and Thursday 10 am-4:30 pm, Tuesday and Wednesday 1-7:30 pm. Saturday hours vary. For info, contact 610-272-0297 or contact@hsmcpa.org. The Society is handicapped accessible.

On March 7, 5:30 to 8:30 pm, Guys For Good Fundraiser at Five Saints Distilling. Tours of the distillery, Happy Hour. $20.00 donation at the door. Silent auction and a 50/50. Donations for the silent auction are welcome (no instructions or contact info given, but try the police station). Proceeds to benefit the Norristown Police Foundation.

The Sewing Club of Ebenezer Methodist Church (234 E Spruce) is organizing a bus trip to the National Museum of African American History & Culture in Washington, DC. The trip will be Saturday, April 22. $80 per person. If you're interested, call 484-674-5479.

Presidents' Day in N-Town and More

Many activities for kids and adults this Presidents' Day Weekend. Check out the Zoo and the Library, but also Valley Forge National Historical Park has FREE programs at the Visitor Center on Monday between 10 am and 2 pm for Washington's Birthday (with free birthday cake).

Friday, February 17, 2 pm at the Norristown Library (Powell and Swede). Spy Codes. Schools are off today so bring your kids to the library to learn about George Washington and Revolutionary spies. Decipher a code to find a hidden message, then make up coded messages of your own. Grades K-6. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

Friday at 8 pm, "Grand Concourse" continues at Theatre Horizon. The play will run through Feb 26 (only 1 week and 3 days more). This week's other performances: 8 pm Saturday, 2 pm Sunday, and 7:30 Monday and Thursday. Go to this link for information and tickets.

Saturday, 7-11 pm at Five Saints Distilling (Green and Main). Rhodes Less Traveled will perform.

Monday, 1-2 pm at Elmwood Park Zoo. President's Day at EPZ. Ever wondered what animals have walked the halls of the White House? Learn all about the pets who have been President's best friend at our favorite annual "Presidential Pets" animal show in the Canopy Gardens Hall. FREE to attend with zoo admission. For more information, contact Guest Services at 610-277-3825 x222.

Mondays 5:30-7 pm starting this week at 1341 Sandy Hill Rd. "Understanding DAD -- An Awareness and Communication Program" for moms. Refreshments included. Contact Rev. Helen M.C. Jones at 610-275-7943 to register or learn more.

Latshaw Field by Frank Benson

Starting Tuesday, through April 29, The Historical Society of Montgomery County (1654 DeKalb) begins a new exhibit: Remembering Norristown: The Art of Frank Batson. Norristown native Frank Batson’s paintings are inspired by his memories of Norristown and the surrounding area from the 1940’s, ‘50’s, and ‘60’s. Many of the buildings and places are long gone, but through his art, they are brought back to life. Exhibit is FREE and open to the public daily, Monday and Thursday 10 am-4:30 pm, Tuesday and Wednesday 1-7:30 pm. Saturday hours vary. For info, contact 610-272-0297 or contact@hsmcpa.org. The Society is handicapped accessible.

Tuesday, 6:30 pm at Municipal Hall. Council Workshop.

Wednesday, 6:30 pm at Alfredo's Restaurant. Norristown Riverfront Community meeting. This meeting will focus on plans for an Earth Day event on April 22 at Riverfront Park to include a cleanup of the park, plus activities and info for kids and adults. All volunteers will be welcomed.

Thursday, 10am-1 pm. Montco OIC will be running a second college tour to Kutztown University for High School juniors and seniors. $10 includes bus, lunch and the campus tour and information. Advance registration required. For information on how to apply, call 610-279-9700.

Next Saturday, Feb. 25, 10 am-noon at the New Life Internet Café, 19 W. Marshall. Photo ID Clinic, for photo IDs, birth certificates, Social Security cards, voter registration information or social services applications. Bring personal identification paperwork, such as your social security card, old photo ID or driver’s license, military ID, marriage or divorce certificates, passport, naturalization or citizenship certificate, or your birth certificate. You’ll also need proof of residence, such as a rental agreement, mortgage paperwork, utility bills, medical bills, W-2 forms, work ID, tax returns or bank statements.

The Sewing Club of Ebenezer Methodist Church (234 E Spruce) is organizing a bus trip to the National Museum of African American History & Culture in Washington, DC. The trip will be Saturday, April 22. $80 per person. If you're interested, call 484-674-5479.

Events for the Coming Week

Looking for a place to take your sweetie for Valentine's Day? Remember, N-town has lots of great restaurants, with a diversity of cuisines to match every palette.

Friday, Feb 10 at 11 am at the Norristown Library. Adult Coloring Hour. 2nd Friday of each month.

Also Friday, 5:30-8 pm. Game Night for kids at First Presbyterian Church (Airy and Dekalb). Movie night (Pets)--bring your favorite pet. Also gym will be open for soccer and dodgeball. Arts and crafts for Valentine's Day. Free pizza and popcorn.

Also Friday, 6-7:30 pm at Eisenhower Middle School, last day to register for Track & Field. For ages K-8. Costs :$110. Practices will be Mondays at Norristown High and Wednesdays at East Norriton Middle School.

Friday at 8 pm, "Grand Concourse" continues at Theatre Horizon. The play will run through Feb 26. This week's other performances: 8 pm Saturday, 2 pm Sunday, and 7:30 Wednesday and Thursday. Go to this link for information and tickets.

Saturday, 5:30-9:30 pm at the Zoo. Parents can take the night off to celebrate Valentine's Day and give children their own evening of fun. Drop them off for an exclusive, after-hours tour of the zoo, animal bingo, Valentine's crafts, a live animal show, snacks, movie and pizza dinner. Zoo Members, $15.95/child and $7.95/additional sibling. Non-Members, $25.95/child and $15.95/additional sibling. Visit http://bit.ly/2hsZKJM to register. Space is limited. For more information about this event, or to make your reservation by phone, contact 610-277-3825 x222.

Also Saturday, 8-11 pm, Second Saturday jazz at August Moon. The Geri Oliver Quartet. Doors open at 7 pm.

Sunday, 5-7 pm, Five Saints Distilling, 129 E Main. Treat your Valentine and yourself to a 3 Course Meal of Meatballs, Surf & Turf, Cookie Brownies. Advance ticket purchase required $35 per person. For more info, call Butler Catering at 484-288-0982.

Monday at Montgomery County OIC (Arch and Basin), Job-Training Classes begin for Customer Service/Sales. Requirements: Montgomery County resident, 18 years of age/older, HS diploma or GED, meets income guidelines, clean background. For information, contact 610-279-9700 or www.montcooic.org

Tuesday, 2-3:30 pm, Norristown Public Library, 1001 Powell St. Great Books Group. This month's book is The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison. The Great Books Group meets every second Tuesday of the month.  New members are welcome.  For more information, contact Shirley Miller at 610-272-4179.

Tuesday, 7 pm at Municipal Hall. Planning Commission Meeting.

Thursday, 10 am-2 pm and 6-7:30 pm at Greater Norristown PAL (340 Harding Blvd). Pennsylvania Regional College Fair. Email this link for info.

High School Juniors and Seniors, Montco OIC will be running a second college tour to Kutztown University on February 23, 10 am-1 pm. $10 includes transportation, lunch and the campus tour and information. Advance registration required.  For information on how to apply, call 610-279-9700.

The Sewing Club of Ebenezer Methodist Church (234 E Spruce) is organizing a bus trip to the National Museum of African American History & Culture in Washington, DC. The trip will be Saturday, April 22. $80 per person. If you're interested, call 484-674-5479.

New Arrivals, Black History Month, Theater and More

The first Black History Month event is this week at PAL on Tuesday night, a new show opens at Theatre Horizon, and the Zoo welcomes a pair of new youngsters.

Friday, February 3, noon, Facebook live session from the Elmwood Park Zoo on their Facebook page to introduce the zoo's newest baby jaguars, born January 24th.

Also Friday at 8 pm, "Grand Concourse" opens at Theatre Horizon with a Pay-What-You-Can preview. The play will run through Feb 26. This week's other performances: 8 pm Saturday, 2 pm Sunday, 6:30 pm Tuesday (Norristown Night-residents free, while tickets last), and 7:30 Wednesday. Go to this link for information and tickets.

Sunday, 2-5 pm at Elmwood Park Zoo. FREE admission for all Norristown residents with ID.

Monday at Montgomery County OIC (Arch and Basin), Job-Training Classes begin TODAY for Certified Nursing Aide, and Feb 13 for Customer Service/Sales. Requirements: Montgomery County resident, 18 years of age/older, HS diploma or GED, meets income guidelines, clean background and reliable transportation for CNA. For information, contact 610-279-9700 or www.montcooic.org

Tuesday 6:30 pm at Greater Norristown PAL (340 Harding Blvd). A Panel Discussion on past achievements versus potential setbacks. Doors open at 6 pm. Call 610-278-8040 for info.

Tuesday, 7:30 pm at Municipal Hall. Council Meeting.

Either Wed (Feb 8) or Fri (Feb 10), 6 pm at the OIC (Flyer says Wed the 10th), Information session for the 4-day spring-break college tour. You must submit your application before then. Tour is April 11-14 ~ 9 campuses in MD, DC, NC, and VA. Luxury bus, 3-star hotel, meals, and more, and the National Museum of African American History & Culture. For information on how to apply for tour, call 610-279-9700.

Next Saturday, February 11, 5:30-9:30 pm at the Zoo. Parents can take the night off to celebrate Valentine's Day and give children their own evening of fun. Drop them off for an exclusive, after-hours tour of the zoo, animal bingo, Valentine's crafts, a live animal show, snacks, movie and pizza dinner. Zoo Members, $15.95/child and $7.95/additional sibling. Non-Members, $25.95/child and $15.95/additional sibling. Visit http://bit.ly/2hsZKJM to register. Space is limited. For more information about this event, or to make your reservation by phone, contact 610-277-3825 x222.

Also next Saturday, 8-11 pm, Second Saturday jazz at August Moon.

High School Juniors and Seniors, Montco OIC will be running a second college tour to Kutztown University on February 23, 10 am-1 pm. $10 includes bus, lunch and the campus tour and information. Advance registration required.  For information on how to apply, call 610-279-9700.

The Sewing Club of Ebenezer Methodist Church (234 E Spruce) is organizing a bus trip to the National Museum of African American History & Culture in Washington, DC. The trip will be Saturday, April 22. $80 per person. If you're interested, call 484-674-5479.