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OCTOBER 13, 2021
SERVING THE LOCAL COMMUNITIES SINCE 1954
VOL XXIX • NO 37
Penn State Berks Student Interns At Walt Disney World Murray first applied for an internship with the Disney College Berks County resident James Program in 2020, but the park was “Jimmy” Murray, a junior at Penn then closed due to the pandemic. State Berks, fell in love with Walt He applied again in May this year. He had to complete an applicaDisney World in Orlando as a youngster and always hoped to tion, which included a multiplework there someday. Today, Murray choice test, and take part in a webis living his dream as he completes based interview. “(They test) you an internship program this with about 100 to 150 multiplesemester at the park, nicknamed choice questions,” he explained. “They ask what you would do in the “Happiest Place on Earth.” certain situations and how you would feel about being away from your family.” Murray works in the World of Disney retail store, and he is being trained to fill in at any of Disney’s retail locations when needed, which is likely to happen as Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary celebration began earlier this month. In addition, the World of Disney store will also celebrate its 25th anniversary Jimmy Murray, a junior at Penn State Berks, in October. BY FRANCINE FULTON
The Berks Community Strollers recently took part in a hike at Blue Marsh Lake in Reading.
Take A Hike With The Berks Community Strollers BY FRANCINE FULTON
all is the perfect time to join the Berks Community Strollers, a local hiking group that has scheduled weekly outings in October, November and December. The Strollers, an offshoot of the Berks Community Hiking Club, was formed for those interested in more of a leisurely stroll rather than a fast-paced hike. People do not have to be members to attend Strollers’ hikes. “On any given hike we have 10 to 15 people, and after the hike, some go to lunch together at the nearest restaurant,” explained Strollers member Angele Arutunian, noting that hike locations are typically listed weekly in the Community Calendar section of the Community Courier. “Although (participants) are mostly seniors, sometimes we get younger people who see the hike in the paper.” Those who would like to join the Strollers group are asked to pay a nominal yearly membership fee. Members are given special invitations to the annual summer hike and picnic, a Christmas hike and luncheon and multi-day trips.
“Although (participants) are mostly seniors, sometimes we get younger people who see the hike in the paper.” On Oct. 16, the Strollers will hike at the Blue Marsh Lake Stilling Basin, 1280 Palisades Drive, Leesport. The group will meet at 10 a.m. at the Stilling Basin’s third parking lot, which is located to the right after the visitor’s center entrance. Hike leader - Sandie, 610-587-2730. On Oct. 23, the group will hike at Pendora Park and Mineral Springs Park. The group will meet at 10 a.m. in front of the Olivet Boys’ & Girls’ Club at Pendora Park, 330 S. 19th St., Reading. Hike leader - Brenda, 610-223-3803. On Oct. 30, the group will meet at 10 a.m. for a hike at the Liberty Fire Company No. 1 of Sinking Spring, 836 Ruth St., Reading. Hike
leader - Angie, 484-794-7813. In November, the following Saturday hikes have been scheduled: Nov. 6, Blue Marsh Lake, meeting at 10 a.m. at the visitor’s center, hike leader - Kay, 610-796-7602; Nov. 13, Exeter Rail Trail, Gibraltar Road trailhead, Reading, meet at 10 a.m. in the parking lot, hike leader Deanna, 610-741-5282; Nov. 20, Strausstown Lions Club Park, 10 Wilson Ave., Strausstown, meeting at 10 a.m., hike leader - Diane, 610-488-0231 or 484-706-0862 (cell); and Nov. 27, Lake Ontelaunee, meet at 10 a.m. at Redner’s, 5471 Pottsville Pike, Leesport, hike leader - Deanna, 610-741-5282 December hikes on Saturdays include the following: Dec. 4, Green Hills Preserve, 553 Gunhart Road, Mohnton, meet at 10 a.m., hike leader - Linda, 610-451-9935; Dec. 18, John Bartram Trail, 25 Kernsville Dam Road, Hamburg, meet at 10 a.m. at the trailhead, hike leader - Carol, 610-775-4741; and Dec. 25, Reading Public Museum, 500 Museum Road, Reading, meet at 10 a.m., hike leader Kay, 610-796-7602. For more information on the Berks Community Strollers, contact Arutunian at arutunian@comcast.net.
is completing an internship at Walt Disney World in Orlando.
Ryerss Farm Hosts Blessing Of The Animals BY FRANCINE FULTON
As the resident horses looked on, pet owners with their cats and dogs gathered in the barn at Ryerss Farm for Aged Equines for the 20th annual Blessing of the Animals ceremony on Oct. 3. The event included a short nondenominational service followed by individual blessings for all animals in attendance, as well as the retired horses that reside at Ryerss. “This is one of our favorite days here because it really is all about
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE Turkey Supper Event Slated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Cruise For The Forge Set For Oct. 17 . . . . . . . . .5
Community Calendar . . . .6
House Of Worship . . . . . . .8
Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . . .9
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The Berks Community Strollers have scheduled weekly Saturday hikes in October. For more information or directions to any of the locations, contact the hike leader.
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