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MOUNT SAINT JOSEPH ACADEMY offers Seventh Grade Practice Entrance Examination on Saturday, March 31, 2012 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at 120 W. Wissahickon Ave., Flourtown PA 19031. $45 non-refundable test registration fee payable online. The Pre-HSPT (high school placement test) is a seventh grade edition of the actual Scholarship/Entrance Exam given to eighth grade applicants. It is scored with seventh grade norms. The purpose of the test is for students to become acquainted with the test format and to gain insight into strengths and weaknesses. Register online only at www.msjacad.org. Registration begins on January 3, 2012 and ends on March 26, 2012. You will receive registration and payment confirmation via email. More info is available online.

7th Graders Practice Entrance Exams

John W. Hallahan Catholic Girls' H. S. - March 12, 2012 at the school from 8 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Registration deadline - Feb. 27th. Fee is $25 and must accompany registration. Late registration fee is $30. Forms available online at www.jwhallahan.com.

Nazareth Academy H. S. - Saturday, March 10, 2012 at 7:45 a.m. Registration deadline - Friday, March 2, 2012. Registration forms can be downloaded at www.nazarethacademy.org. For additional info, registration forms or questions please call The Office of Institutional Advancement at 215-268-1026.

Nazareth Academy H. S., 4001 Grant Ave. is hosting Tajci's "I THIRST" as she performs a powerful musical adaptation of the crucifixion on Monday, March 5, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. in the school auditorium. This performance, executed with tremendous artistry and deep sincere spirituality, features Contemporary Christian favorites such as Via Dolorosa, Tajci's original songs, Hebrew and Gregorian chants and Classic Hymns such as Were You There and O Sacred Head Surrounded. For additional info please contact Megan Petner-Kennedy at 215-268-1031 or mpetner@nazarethacademyhs.org.

Chico's Vibe - Live at Carroll - A Night with the Delaware Valley's Premier Live Band - Friday, Feb. 24, 2012 from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Doors oen at 6:30 p.m. - $50 Admission (Advance) $60 at the door. Includes Beer, Wine, Soda and plenty of pasta! This is a "special" Tuition Assistance Event to show that "Carroll Cares" about helping current and new students with their financial needs. For further info contact the Advancement Office at 610-688-7610, ext. 125

Join us at the Havertown Applebees on Saturday, Feb. 18th, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. for a hot breakfast of unlimited pancakes, sausage and beverage. Tickets are $7.00 in advance and at the door. All proceeds go to Archbishop Carroll Theatre Society's production of How to Suceed in Business Without Really Trying. For more info contact Darlene Venini at dvenini1026@comcast.net. Havertown Applebee's: 1305 West Chester Pk., Havertown PA 19083

Archbishop Carroll Theatre Society is proud to present the musical How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying on April 13, 14, 20, 21 @ 7 p.m. and April 15 @ 2 p.m. All alumni are invited to a special wine and cheese reception prior to our Saturday, April 14th performance at 6 p.m. in the library. For any and all questions please contact ACTS didrector/producer Missy DeLuca-Piffath, class of '97 at mpiffath@verizon.net or call Office for Alumni Relations at 610-688-7610.

PHILADELPHIA 76ers - On Saturday, March 31, 2012 the Holy Saviour Parish Holy Name Society is going to see the Philadelphia 76ers play the Atlanta Hawks at the Wells Fargo Center. Tickets are $40 per person and includes a reserved ticket and round trip First Student school bus transportation. The bus leaves Holy Saviour parking lot at 5:30 p.m. You are welcome to bring refreshments on the bus. For tickets contact Mike Angelucci at 610-213-1196 or michaelangelucci@verizon.net

 Rachel's Vineyard Retreat - For anyone hurting from the spiritual and emotional pain of an abortion this weekend retreat will help you experience the mercy and compassion of God; grieve your loss; and forgive yourself and others. Retreat date: March 23, 24 & 25, 2012 at the Spirituality Center in Frazer, PA. Call 215-906-6337 or 610-399-0890. All contacts are confidential. National website is: www.rachelsvineyard.org.

Retreat for Single Women between the ages 18 & 40 who would like to learn more about Religious Life. Come for quiet time, prayer and reflection to the beautiful grounds of the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament and Shrine of St. Katharine Drexel. When: March 9-11, 2012; Where: 1663 Bristol Pk., Bensalem PA 19020. For more info call Sr. Amelia at 215-244-9900, ext. 327. No fee.

Happenings at St. Leo the Great Church - An afternoon of Religious Music featuring soloist Sara Volpe. Chamber orchestra and harpsichord under the direction of Martin Knoblauch, Music Director for Maternity BVM. Location: St. Leo Main Church; Date: Sunday, Feb. 19th, 3:00 p.m.; Admission: Free will offering

Annual Penance Service and Fish Fry - Friday, Feb. 24th, St. Leo the Great main church. Penance service is 5 - 6:30 p.m.; Fish Fry begins at 6 p.m. at Planet Abacus Hall (formerly St. Leo School). Admission is $8 per person and two for $15.

Feast of St. Katharine Drexel - March 3 - Mass at 12 Noon - Saint Elizabeth Chapel - Commissioning of Honor Guards - lunch to follow.

March 11, 2012 - Feast Day Mass celebration of Saint Katharine Drexel & National Justice Award Presentation. Recipient: Sr. Mary Scullion, RSM, Executive Director of PROJECT H.O.M.E. - 2 P.M. - St. Elizabeth Convent Chapel. Reception to follow in the Mission Center Cafe. ALL ARE WELCOME! Where: 1663 Bristol Pike, Bensalem, PA 19020. Call 215-244-9900, ext. 380 or 402.

UNITE, Inc. Grief Support afteer Miscarriage, Stillbirth and Infant Death   UNITE, Inc. Chestnut Hill Hospital meets 3rd Sunday from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Contact: Dora Eaton at 1-888-488-6483 or visit www.unitegriefsupport.org

CATHOLIC BUSINESS PROFESIONALS OF GREATER PHILADELPHIA  Catholic Business Professionals of Greater Philadelphia is a networking organization with the goal of fostering relationships among Catholic Professionals in the Greater Philadelphia region. Members strive to keep Jesus Christ and the principles of the Catholic faith at the core of their professional and personal development. Learn more at ww.catholicpros.com.

 Mom - Heart of the Home - 18th Annual Spring Day of Renewal March 17, 2012, 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. - Bishop Shanahan H.S.      Presentations: Morning Speaker - Michelle Francl-Donnay - a writer, teacher, wife and mother of two teen-aged boys. Her column "Catholic Spirituality" appears in the Philadelphia Archdiocese's papeer, the Catholic Standard & Times. She also writes reflections for Liturgical Press' Give Us This Day prayer resource, Phaith Magazine and Liguorian.

Afternoon Speaker - Carolyn Roland - mom of 4 children and a member of St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish. She's involved in volunteer work at her children's elementary school and the Kennett Cupboard. Carolyn will tell us how prayer helped her and her family through difficult times. For more info visit www.mom-heartofthehome.org/events.html or call Mary Cooper at 610-524-1108.

Journey's Way, a division of Intercommunity Action, offers a wide array of innovative resources and programs for Philadelphians 55+ to enrich their lives in their communities and support them through life's challenges.

We are currently looking for an On-Call Program Assistant to join the staff at Adult Day Services at Journey's Way. This is a flexible part-time job that would be suitable for recent retirees, for students and caring folks in neighboring communities. We would like to provide you with training as well! Having previous experience working with seniors and a high school degree or GED is a plus. But, willingness to be trained, able to work well with older people and with a team is what w are looking for. A Program Assistant functions as part of a professional team and provides personal care services, nutritional services and activities for participants in our Adult Day Services Center, a component of Journey's Way. All candidates are invited to email or send a resumé, stop by the office to fill out an application or to contact: Steve Zales, Recruitment Intercommunity Action, 6012 Ridge Ave., Phila PA 19128, 215-487-0914 or szales@intercommunityaction.org.