The Auxiliary of Northern Valley EMS, NOVA, is ready with the first fundraiser of the new year.

The group will be preparing homemade apple dumplings for pick-up Jan. 24 or 25.

Call Julie at 610-262-7749 to reserve dumplings by Jan. 18.

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The youth group of Union United Church of Christ, Neffs, will be hosting a Spuds and Suds lunch 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 17.

The menu features a baked potato with more than 15 toppings, and a beverage.

The event is a fundraiser for the young people’s trip to the UCC National Youth Event at Disney World in July.

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Schnecksville Fire Company will have a flea market in the pavilion 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Jan. 17.

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St. John’s United Church of Christ, 1415 Rising Sun Road, Laurys Station, has started a book club.

The club will meet 6:30 p.m. the first Thursday of each month.

The first selection is “The Storyteller” by Jodi Picoult.

The group will read for enjoyment, perspective and discussion.

Call 610-262-8061 to learn more.

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The Learning Ark Christian Pre-School of Union Lutheran Church, Schnecksville, will host an open house 6-8 p.m. Jan. 21.

Tour classrooms, review the curriculum and register children for the next school year.

Classes are available for 3- and 4-year-olds and pre-kindergarten.

For children ages 1 to 3, the pre-school offers a Two-by-Two parent and child class.

Art in the Afternoon is another option presented by the pre-school.

Open house snow date is 6-8 p.m. Jan. 28.

To learn more, call 610-767-6884.