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Illustrator, author v isits OES students

John Steven Gurney, an author and illustrator, shows a picture of his work station as part of a presentation to Oregon Elementary School students on April 26. Gurney, of Brattleboro, Vermont, has illustrated more than 140 books, including The Adventures of the Bailey School Kids series, in addition to games, posters, a shopping bag for the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and more. He also has worked as a caricature artist.

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L oc al author v isit s Mt. Mor ris Senior C enter

Local author Dr. John Plescia visited with the book club at the Mt. Morris Senior Center. Dr. Plescia recently wrote and published his book, “The North Woods Adventures of Bob Baker.”

He talked about how he came up with the idea for the book, the publishing process, and read the first chapter to the seniors in attendance. The seniors really enjoyed Dr. Plescia’s book and loved hearing about how the story of Bob Baker came to be. It was interesting to hear about where Dr. Plescia was in his life when he originally came up with this story to tell his children at bedtime.

Each night his kids asked for more, and the seniors felt the same way. The story of Bob Baker’s adventures was a quick and easy read that included many lessons for both young and young at heart.

The seniors learned about the north w o o d s o f M a i n e , t r a pp in g , a n d m o r e through Plescia’s book.

The seniors hope to work with the Mt. Morris Public Library to read this book with some students this summer and host a book signing for Dr. Plescia when he has more books available. The book club at the Mt. Morris Senior Center highly recommends “The North Woods Adventures of Bob Baker” by John Plescia to everyone.

If anyone would like to join the MMSC book club just let Melissa know by calling 815-734-6335. They meet on the first Monday of each month at 11 a.m. in the Doc Stengel Coffee Shop at the Mt. Morris Senior Center (9 East Front Street).

Photo supplied Members of the Mt. Morris Senior Center Book Club are pictured from left: Elaine Sweet, Kathy Heid, Dr. John Plescia, Brenda Nevenhoven and Harvey Briggs.

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Meet the New Chief

The Mt. Morris Senior Center is hosting their monthly breakfast with the Mayor on Wednesday, May 4, from 8-10 a.m.

All are welcome to come to this meal to enjoy the delicious pancakes and biscuits and gravy as well as ask any questions you may have for the leadership of the village. Mt. Morris Village President Phil Labash and the new Mt. Morris Chief of Police Mike Ciccheti will be in attendance for breakfast this month.

The cost for the breakfast is $2 for a half order of biscuits, $3.50 for a full order, and $1 for a pancake. All you can drink coffee is only 50¢. Everyone in the community is welcome!

Kentucky Derby Fun

Have you ever been to the Kentucky Derby? Would you like to try betting on your favorite horse and dressing up with a fancy hat?

The Mt. Morris Senior Center is hosting the perfect event for you. On Friday, May 6 at 1 p.m. we will have a Kentucky Derby Party and Dessert Potluck.

So, bring your favorite dessert and put on your fancy hat. This is a free event for everyone in the community.

You will be given money to make your bets with, and the big winner will receive a prize.

Call Melissa at 815-734-6335 if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing you!

The Mt. Morris Senior Center is located at 9 East Front Street in Mt. Morris.