There are a number of holidays celebrated Feb. 2.

St. Brigid’s Day is celebrated by the Catholic church, Imbolc is a sabbat of earth-based religions and pagans celebrate Goddess Brigid’s Day. More popular is Groundhog Day.

By the time you read this in the newspaper, Punxsutawney Phil probably made his prediction. If he calls for only two more weeks of winter, history teaches, he may be incorrect.

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American Club of Coplay, 300 Cherry St., is planning a Feb. 5 steak and cash raffle. Doors open noon.

The cost of a ticket includes food and refreshments. The event will include an open bar.

Call 610-261-2884 with questions.

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In-person sign-ups for the upcoming Coplay Sports baseball season for ages 5-15 are set for noon-2 p.m. Feb. 11 and 25 and March 4, as well as 6-8 p.m. Feb. 15 and March 1 at the Coplay Wildcat Den, 666 Potter Terrace.

Online sign ups are available at coplaysports.org.

Additionally, Coplay Sports is offering winter workouts Sundays in February and March at the Hitters Edge in Whitehall for Biddy, Midget and Knee Hi players. There is a small fee.

Email Fred Romano at romanoreddevil09@aol.com with questions on either program.

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St. Peter Roman Catholic Church, 4 S. Fifth St., will be holding a Mardi Gras celebration 5-10 p.m. Feb. 18 in the social hall. There is a cost, which includes beer, soda, mixers, buffet dinner and music. The event is also BYOB.

There will be a surprise guest. Entertainment will be provided by the Josef Kroboth Band.

Seating is limited, so call Frank and Maryellen at 610-440-3438, Bev and Mike at 610-767-1887 or Ron and Sue at 610-730-4655 for tickets.

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Coplay Saengerbund, 205 S. Fifth St., is planning to hold its annual valentine dance 3-6 p.m. Feb. 19. Entertainment will be provided by the Emil Schanta Band.

The valentine queen and king will be selected. There will be sweet surprises for all attendees.

There is a cost.

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To have an announcement or to share something in this column, email billleiner@aol.com or text 610-751-2745.