Helping Hands, Inc* 415 Hoffmansville Rd* Bechtelsville, PA 19505 Phone-610-754-6491*Fax- 610-754-7157* Email- HHandsInc @Comcast.net ~ Website: www.HelpingHandsInc.com And Find us on Facebook at HelpingHandsPA

-Tuesday, March 1, 2016 -As Mother Nature decided not to allow in February, we will be making the rescheduled trek to Valley Forge Casino for some gambling fun!!! Cost will be $30.00 per person which will include lunch in the area. Please bring along money for gambling and for additional snacks, or feel free to bring a snack. They have penny, nickel, dime, quarter, etc machines, and plenty of tables for cards, roulette, etc. We will be taking one van and meeting at the Helping Hands office at 10:00am and returning at 3:00pm. All participants MUST have a valid ID card for participation as they will verify upon admission. If you do not have this upon arrival to the office, you will not be permitted to participate. Space is limited and will be on a first call first reserved basis.

-Friday, March 4, 2016 -Let’s get into the St. Patrick’s Day spirit with a concert to see at the Colonial Theater in Phoenixville, PA. “After nearly two decades and more than 3,000 live shows, Gaelic Storm — the chart-topping, multi-national Celtic band — is looking sharper than ever with their latest release, . The new album mixes traditional Irish music with modern influences, creating a sound that's as wide- ranging as the band's own audience. From bluegrass fans and country cowboys to Deadheads, rock & rollers and Celtic fanatics, Gaelic Storm has built one of the most diverse fan bases in modern music. Matching Sweaters helps explain the broad appeal. Rooted in the songwriting of founding members Patrick Murphy and , the album moves from drinking songs to energetic instrumentals, to rootsy pop/rockers,gluing everything together with the spark and spirit of a band that's spent close to 20 years on the road. "We're a touring band," says percussionist Ryan Lacey, who joined the lineup in 2003. "That's how this band works. Matching Sweaters is one of the most complete albums we've done so far, because it taps into every facet of our live show." -Tickets are limited for this activity, and cost $45.00 per person. Most of the seats will be in the balcony level. One wheelchair accessible seat and one companion are available. Bring along money, if desired, for snacks/drinks at the concession stand that evening, or for souvenirs for Gaelic Storm. The transportation schedule for this activity is below: -Helping Hands Office- 6:05pm-11:30pm -Thriftway in Sanatoga- 6:25pm-11:05pm -Landis Store in Schwenksville- 6:50pm- 10:45pm -At the Colonial Theater-7:30pm- 10:15pm Notes: If we will be fifteen minutes later than the above listed times, we will contact you. Also, you will be purchasing these tickets as NON-refundable, and the money will be lost if we absolutely cannot go to the concert due to inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances. In addition, once you are registered for this trip, you will be expected to pay for the ticket if you need to cancel, unless we can find a replacement for your ticket!

-Saturday, March 5, 2016 -Join us for a trip to Lititz for a day of lunch and a visit to the Wilbur Chocolate Museum. We will be going to DJ’s Taste of the 50’s for lunch, and then trek over to Wilber Chocolate. “Walk in, take a deep breath, and smell the chocolate aroma throughout the store. Our candy store offers a friendly atmosphere that will stir delightful memories of yesteryear and put a smile on each visitor’s face, young and old alike. You will enjoy a large selection of Wilbur® items, chocolate specialties, and many other confections. You can also watch candy makers create our delicious fudge featuring a variety of flavors!” All attendees will receive a few Wilber Chocolate Buds to sample -If we get inclement weather, we will postpone this trip. -Cost is $30.00 per person for this activity. Bring spending money for any souvenirs at the restaurant or at the chocolate factory. -Due to the distance of this activity, we will be meeting solely at the Helping Hands Office in Bechtelsville at 10:00am and return at 4:30pm. If we will be later than fifteen minutes, we will contact you with at least an hour’s notice.

-Saturday, March 12, 2016 -Join us for our rescheduled day of adventure and learning and lunch at the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia. The Academy of Natural Sciences, the oldest natural history museum in the Americas, features fun, informative family exhibitions inspired by the Academy's rich history of exploration and environmental research. Dig for dinosaur fossils, stroll among live butterflies, touch a live animal, learn the importance of watersheds, explore diorama animals from around the world, take a behind- the- scenes tour. -Please wear comfortable walking shoes for this activity. Also, please bring along $15.00 for lunch at the Academy Café or bring a packed lunch for that day. -If we get inclement weather, we will postpone this trip. -Cost is $45.00 per person for this activity. -Due to the distance of this activity, we will be meeting solely at the Helping Hands Office in Bechtelsville at 9:30am and return at 4:30pm. If we will be later than fifteen minutes, we will contact you with at least an hour’s notice.

-Tuesday, March 29, 2016 -Join us for our monthly “Evening at the cinema” at Carmike Cinema in Pottsgrove, PA. The transportation schedules will again need to be determined the week/day of the movie, b/c the times change at the theaters sometimes daily, but we will attempt to attend the movie that begins closest to 7:00pm. -Special prices on Tuesday nights: popcorn is $2.50 and a drink are only $2.50 each and any candy for $2.50 each!! Cost for transportation/staffing will be billed following the activity. Cost will be $27.00 with transportation and $22.00 without transportation. -My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2- After spending most of their time focusing on their troubling teenage daughter, Toula and Ian are facing marital problems while also having to deal with yet another Greek wedding - this time, even bigger and fatter.

-Friday, April 1, 2016 -It’s time again for our Helping Hands Annual Spring Jam Dance at Shepherd of the Hills Church! We have again reserved Phantom DJ for the evening. So, feel free to bring some requests, both new and old!!! -Cost for the dance will be $30.00 including transportation/staffing or $22.00 per person with no transportation. This covers the Entertainment for our DJ Froggy Entertainment, staffing, program fees, snacks and refreshments at the dance. -The attire for the dance will be dressy casual. Feel free to bring your family or friends to the dance. The following will be the transportation schedule for the evening: -Shepherd of the Hills- 6:30pm-9:30pm -Thriftway and Landis Store- 6:10pm – 10:00pm

-Saturday, April 2, 2016 -Join us for some fun with the Reading Royals! They will be battling the Norfolk Admirals at the Santander Center in Reading, PA. Tickets are $35.00 per person. Tickets are limited. Bring along spending money for snacks/souvenirs that evening! The following will be the transportation schedule for the evening. NOTE: We will call upon departure as games run late occasionally! --Helping Hands Office- 4:40pm-11:15pm -Thriftway in Sanatoga- 5:15pm- 10:45pm -Landis Store in Schwenksville- 5:00pm- 11:00pm NOTE: You will be purchasing these tickets as NON-refundable, and the money will be lost if we absolutely cannot go to the game due to inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances. In addition, once you are registered for this trip, you will be expected to pay for the ticket if you need to cancel, unless we can find a replacement for your ticket!

-Wednesday, April 13, 2106 -Mack Truck Museum in Allentown, PA and a tasty Subway lunch. What year did the Mack Senior model debut? When was the first Mack diesel engine produced? When did Mack adopt a bulldog as its mascot? Or a little closer to home: What transmission was outfitted on your grandfather’s 1940 Mack? If you’ve got questions — and perhaps a vehicle identification number - there’s a pretty good chance the Mack Trucks Historical Museum has the answer in their archives. In addition to being the authority on all things Mack, the Mack Trucks Historical Museum also restores and preserves vintage Mack trucks and memorabilia for all to enjoy. -Cost for the activity will be $30.00 per person, with the following transportation schedule: -Helping Hands Office-10:00am-3:45pm -Landis Store in Schwenksville-10:25am-3:20pm -North End in Pottstown-10:40am-3:00pm

-Tuesday, April 26, 2016- - “Nights at the Cinema” at the new Carmike Cinema in Pottstown. The transportation schedules will again need to be determined the week/day of the movie, b/c the times change at the theaters sometimes daily, but we will attempt to attend the movie that begins closest to 7:00pm. -Special prices on Tuesday nights: popcorn is $2.50 and a drink are only $2.50 each and any candy for $2.50 each!! Cost for transportation/staffing will be billed following the activity. Cost will be $27.00 with transportation and $22.00 without transportation. The Jungle Book An orphan boy is raised in the jungle with the help of a pack of wolves, a bear, and a black panther.

Up and coming……. -Sunday, May 8, 2016 -Reading Phillies ALL YOU CAN EAT DECK PARTY AND RESERVED TABLE SEATING IN THE SHADE WITH THE READING PHILLIES vs THE PORTLAND SEA DOGS! WE HAVE A FEW TICKETS LEFT! TICKETS WILL BE $45.00 PER PERSON! This includes an AYCE Buffet including BBQ Ribs, Chicken, Hot Dogs, Burgers, Veggie Lasagna, Mac and Cheese, Corn, Pasta Salad, Potato Salad, Tossed Salad, Fruit, Cookies and Soda. Also, this gives us reserved tables along the third base line for the game! ~Please dress accordingly. Wear/bring sunscreen for this activity. Also bring along money for additional snacks and souvenirs, if desired! ~We will be running two vans for this activity with the following transportation schedule: -Helping Hands Office- 11:50am-5:30pm -Landis Store in Schwenksville-12:15pm-5:15pm -Thriftway in Sanatoga- 12:00pm- 5:00pm