Special to The Press

I no longer make grand New Year’s resolutions.

Like most Americans (80 percent) I fail miserably on my promises to get in shape, and improve my career and relationships before the end of the year.

I found that smaller manageable actions lay the foundation for bigger and better things to come.

And I’ll bet daily walking around your neighborhood is much easier and less expensive than promises to join a gym.

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The clothing closet at Ebenezer United Church of Christ, New Tripoli, will open 6-8 p.m. Jan. 9 and 10 a.m. to noon on Jan. 11.

Clothing is available for the entire family.

Take as much as is needed. Proof of need not required.

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Kempton Community Center, 83 Community Center Drive, Kempton, is looking for strong backs to move new cabinets and counters into the kitchen during a work party 9 a.m. to noon Jan. 11.

All are invited to help!

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Living Stone Fellowship, New Tripoli, will have its monthly family and community get-together on Jan. 11.

The free meal features a turkey dinner, followed by a night of fellowship and a feature movie.

Call 610-298-3020 to reserve a seat. Check out thehealingchurch.com for upcoming events.

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Jon Bond with Jonathan Bond Art Gallery and Auctioneer Bill Meck are having a fundraiser for the Dave and Kathy Kline family from 2-5 p.m. Jan. 12 at the Oley Fair Center, 26 Jefferson St., Oley. Snow date is Jan. 19.

All proceeds will benefit Dave Kline, Berks County ubiquitous music ambassador and his family, who suffered a devastating house fire Dec. 14 in Sinking Springs.

Music will be performed by Mike and Linda Hertzog, The Celtic Martins, Bob Entler and a host of musicians.

There will be a live auction of art, pottery crafts, family gift packages, gift baskets and more. Admission is free, however, generous donations will be most welcome.

For information, call Bond at 610-756-4490, email bondart@ptd.net or Meck at 610-966-2704.

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Greater Lehigh Valley Writers Group is hosting a critique Groundhog’s Day gathering 1-3 p.m. Feb. 2 at the Wanamakers General Store.

The meeting is free and open to members and nonmembers.

Bring a work in progress or be prepare to listen and provide feedback for others.