As we kick off the summer season with Memorial Day, please take the time to think about how very blessed we are to call our great Nation home. There will be so much going on wherever you look — from picnics and family get-togethers to graduation parties to folks taking advantage of the long weekend to kick off their summer travel. In our little corner of Penn’s Woods, there will be biking, hiking, boating, and fishing. And, of course, motorcycle riding. Pretty much any outdoor activity you can think of is available for you to enjoy. There will be plenty of ball games to attend or to even play in at those family get-togethers.
Whatever you’re doing, I’m sure there will be picnic food and summertime cuisine involved. This always includes hot dogs and hamburgers, and your favorite side salads. But in our area, almost every family has traditions to kick it up a notch. One of
my favorites is steamed clams. And, of course, there will be plenty of ice-cold beverages. Some families even have a summertime take on a special drink. So, to get my public service message in a little early, please don’t drink and drive or allow one too many to affect your good behavior at whatever you’re doing.
I just hope we have beautiful weather for the Memorial Day weekend — plenty of sunshine, warm temperatures.
Most importantly, as you’re enjoying your freedom to do whatever you would like, remember what Memorial Day is all about. Please take the time to remember, honor, and reflect on those that gave their future for our liberty. Our current war with Iran has added
13 more names to the list.
President George H.W. Bush captures the reality of Memorial Day with the words, “Each of the Patriots we remember on this day was first a beloved son or daughter, a brother or sister, or a spouse, friend, and neighbor.” Please share this perspective with your children and grandchildren so they understand not only the meaning of Memorial Day, but the true cost paid by so many.
I believe in the world we live too many people think of the American sol-
dier as a faceless entity within that uniform. By teaching our children, hopefully, we can change this perspective, allowing them to understand the human side of our servicemen and women.
Toby Keith’s song, “American Sol-
dier,” has become a 4th of July anthem for America. There’s a verse within that song many Americans need to hear for Memorial Day. I’m glad I don’t have to sing it for you, so here are the words. I’m sure many of you will hear Toby singing in your head.
“And I will always do my duty, no matter what the price. I’ve counted up the cost; I know the sacrifice.
“Oh, and I don’t wanna die for you, but if dying’s asked of me. I’ll bear that cross with honor ’cause freedom don’t come free.”
Those in service to our Nation did not want to leave that empty seat at the picnic table or give up their future. But unfortunately, this fate found them. They are true American Heroes. I will finish things up this week with another George H.W. Bush remembrance, “As we express our gratitude, we must never forget the highest appreciation is not to utter the words but to live them.”
We must be sure to honor the past, support the present, and make sure all veterans and their families are taken care of. Especially those of the fallen. God Bless America.
Jim Webb Jr.
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Memorial Day
Memorial Day is often considered the uno cial kick-off to summer. With that, we are once again kicking off our summer giveaway! It’s another year for our Great American Cookout gi eaway e have a grill courtesy of Elery Nau Hardware and gift cards to Rupert’s Specialty Meats and Frosty Beverage! That’s everything you need to start the summer grilling season out right! The entry form is right below, ust fill it out and mail it in, or drop it off at our o ce e need to ha e your entry by June 24th, and the winner will be announced in the July 1st edition so the winner can enjoy their prize over the 4th of uly weekend
e are also using this kick-off to summer to bring you our Summer Fun and Savings pecial ection ou can check that out on pages 28-35!
hile emorial Day is a long weekend to start summer, let’s not forget that Memorial Day is meant to honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our country.
Three years after the Civil War ended, on May 5, 1868, the head of an organization of Union veterans — the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) — established Decoration Day as a time for the nation to decorate the graves of the war dead with owers. a . Gen. ohn A. ogan declared that Decoration Day should be observed
on May 30. It is believed that the date was chosen because owers would be in bloom all over the country.
According to va.gov, local springtime tributes to the Civil War dead already had been held in various places. One of the first occurred in Columbus, iss., April 25, 1866, when a group of women visited a cemetery to decorate the graves of Confederate soldiers who had fallen in battle at Shiloh. Nearby were the graves of Union soldiers, neglected because they were the enemy. Disturbed at the sight of the bare graves, the women placed some of their owers on those gra es, as well. Today, cities in the North and the South claim to be the birthplace of Memorial Day in 1866. Both Macon and Columbus, Ga., claim the title, as well as Richmond, Va. Interestingly, nearby Boalsburg claims it began there two years earlier. A stone in a Carbondale, Ill., cemetery carries the statement that the first Decoration Day ceremony took place there on April 29, 1866. Carbondale was the wartime home of Gen. ogan. Approimately 25 places have been named in connection with the origin of Memorial Day, many of them in the South where most of the war dead were buried.
don Johnson declared Waterloo, N.Y., the “birthplace” of Memorial Day. There, a ceremony on May 5, 1866, honored local veterans who had fought in the Civil War. usinesses closed and residents ew ags at half-staff. upporters of aterloo s claim say earlier observances in other places were either informal, not community-wide or one-time events. By the end of the 19th century, Memorial Day ceremonies were being held on May 30 throughout the nation. State legislatures passed proclamations designating the day, and the Army and Navy adopted regulations for proper observance at their facilities. It was not until after World War I, however, that the day was e panded to honor those who ha e died in all American wars. In 1971, Memorial Day was declared a national holiday by an act of Congress, though it is still often called Decoration Day. It was then also placed on the last Monday in May.
As you en oy your long weekend, take some time to gi e thanks to those who ga e their lives, so you have the freedom to BBQ and enjoy time with your friends and family.
Please take e tra time to say a prayer for the families of the soldiers that have given their lives for our freedom since last Memorial Day.
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Please be safe this emorial Day weekend. ong weekends don t always bring out the best udgement in people. If you drink, don’t drive. Get home safe so others can get home safe. The safety of yourself and those around you aren t worth risking driing drunk.
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STEP: Celebrating 60 Years of Community Service
By Lou Hunsinger Jr.
The year was 1966. On television, “Batman,” “Star Trek,” and the “Monkees” premiered; Robert C. ea er became the first African-American Cabinet member when he was named to head the new Department of Housing and rban Development; the Baltimore Orioles won their first orld eries the Green ay Packers captured the N championship, and the oston Celtics captured the N A championship. The ietnam ar was raging, and President yndon Johnson’s War on Poverty and related social programs were in full swing it was this that would help bring about the formation of uccess Through Engagement and Partnership or more widely known as — STEP.
This worthwhile agency began with ust two programs and has since e ol ed to ser e a wide range of people and needs.
TEP is now celebrating its 0th birthday with o er 30 programs to
help the whole family, community-leel pro ects that benefit e eryone, and an acti e and in ol ed board of directors.
The federally legislated, nonprofit, pri ate Community Action Agency is currently led by President and CEO Rachelle Abbott, who has been chief e ecuti e since late 0 after o er a decade and a half with TEP.
TEP ans are a familiar sight throughout Clinton and ycoming counties. hen you see these, you might not see the full picture of the agency and its history.
imply put, TEP is people helping people. Our focus is on action over talk, partnership over isolation, and hope over cynicism,” Rachelle Abbott, TEP President and CEO, told Webb Weekly. Impact is not ust the services we provide — how many rides, how many meals, how many customers, how many classrooms but the changes that happen to those customers and what becomes possible because of it.
hile the agency started with ust the
Neighborhood Job Corps and “Project Head Start,” they have grown to o er 30 distinct programs offering even more services.
Families can connect with quality childcare and support through the Early Learning Resource Center.
Older adults can continue living independently and with dignity through TEP O ce of Aging ser ices.
Homeowners and renters can be safer and more stable through TEP Housing and Building Initiatives.
amilies are offered Pathways to Success, Early Learning Housing Options, orkforce De elopment, Community, Collaboration, and Independent Living.
Families who may not know where to turn and have overwhelming needs can be active participants in designing a plan to move in the right direction and connect with community partners through Service Navigation.
Of course, people can get where they need to go through STEP Transportation.
or TEP, this year is a time of re ection, a time to pause and feel proud of what they have built together over six decades.
i ty years ago, a small group of determined local leaders petitioned the federal go ernment under the Economic Opportunities Action Program to create the Lycoming-Clinton Counties Commission for Community Action ( TEP , Inc., to meet community needs in a direct, e cient, and effecti e way. That mo ement started STEP and carried them through decades of change, and the spirit of their founders li es on today in all of their programs.
With board engagement and a significant number of additional community volunteers, STEP began planning a full year of 0th anni ersary e ents last year. icking off in anuary, highlights included a return of TEP O ce of Aging bus trips starting in April a signature fundraising e ent at Bald Birds Brewing in Jersey Shore on ay 30 public open houses at the STEP Round Hills Campus,, Clinton County Community Center, and River alk Center ( scheduled for August and eptember the agency s first ittle eague pin and a transportation facility ribbon cutting e ent in une.
The signature “STEP through the Decades e ent on ay 30 at ald
Birds Brewing in Jersey Shore will be a night of nostalgia, highlighting how TEP has faithfully carried out its mission — to engage diverse individuals, families, and communities in the pursuit of social and economic success in local communities since 1 .
The e ening will ha e performances of songs from decades past and current by Uptown Music Collective students and ensembles.
Attendees are encouraged to dress in the attire of their fa orite decade and dance to the music, bid on items in the silent auction, en oy fun twists on
classics at the decades -themed meal stations, and hear individuals share how TEP s resources and opportunities impacted their li es from utilities assistance to transportation subsidies and early learning resources like Head Start.
ore information and tickets for the signature e ent can be found at ww. stepcorp.org/decades, or by calling 5 0- 01- 5 .
Tickets will be available until the week before the e ent, so contact TEP soon if you would like to be there.
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County Hall Corner: Smart Tech Meets Open Books in Lycoming County
By Blair Steward
The Lycoming County Commissioners continue to navigate the delicate balance between modernizing local government and protecting the wallets of local taxpayers. During their most recent weekly meeting, o cials addressed se eral operational decisions that connect directly to the broader financial realities facing the region. These administrative choices take place against the backdrop of a carefully managed 2026 budget, which includes a 0.50 mill property tax increase. This adjustment is the first county ta increase since 01 and is necessary to cover rising costs in juvenile probation services and essential personnel.
The commissioners have worked diligently to stretch every dollar, making sure that property owners understand exactly why this modest increase was finally re uired after years of holding the line.
Understanding how those precious tax dollars are managed re uires looking closely at the administrative maneuvers happening behind the scenes.
The board began the session by approving an audit engagement letter with Baker Tilly for the 0 5 to 0 fiscal year.
During this discussion, o cials took a moment to correct a clerical error on the printed agenda that had mistakenly listed the 2024 to 2025 cycle. Completing this specific audit is re uired for the county to remain eligible for certain crucial grants. Most importantly for residents concerned about spending, this re uired financial review is fully grant-funded and uses no local tax dollars.
The meeting also showcased a clear commitment to investing in public safety technology that serves the modern needs of the community.
Commissioners appro ed a 13,3 5 agreement with Magnet Forensics to acuire speciali ed digital in estigation software, an essential addition for modern police work. This purchase gives local law enforcement agencies the modern tools they need to investigate complex digital crimes effecti ely. E uipping o cers with better technology ensures they can protect the public in an increasingly digital world without re uiring massi e structural changes to existing police departments.
Alongside the digital forensics investment, the board approved an agreement with Alcohol Monitoring Systems, widely
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This Memorial Day... ...We Remember
As ags wave and families gather, we pause to honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice gave us the freedoms we cherish every day. We are humbled to serve the families of veterans and all those who have served our nation with courage and honor. is Memorial Day, may we remember not only the fallen, but the love, legacy, and stories they leave behind.
Michael R. Lingg, Supervisor
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known as Scram Systems, to provide critical offender monitoring ser ices. This ad anced technology offers a practical and financially sound approach to the local criminal ustice system. y utiliing ad anced monitoring e uipment, the county can pro ide safe alternati es to epensi e ail housing for certain offenders.
inding ways to reduce the daily ail population through reliable technological super ision sa es significant ta payer money while maintaining strict accountability and community safety.
hile technology helps sa e money in the criminal ustice system, other aspects of go ernment operations come with unepected and hefty price tags. The commissioners spent time discussing the mounting administrati e costs associated with goernment transparency. pecifically, they detailed how e tensi e Right to now re uests from a single uncy super isor ha e resulted in o er 0,000 in costs for the county. These e penses co er necessary solicitor fees and the countless hours of staff labor re uired to fulfill the ongoing stream of information re uests. The situation highlights the complicated reality that while open go ernment remains essential to a free society, processing massi e olumes of indi idual in uiries carries a ery real financial burden for local ta payers.
To offset rising operational costs, the county continues to look for inno ati e ways to sa e money internally. O cials
pointed to the Partnership Health Center as a key proposed strategy designed to reduce the county s long-term healthcare e penses. y pro iding a dedicated health center for employees, the county hopes to manage better the skyrocketing costs of medical care and insurance co erage. inding these types of systemic internal sa ings remains crucial for maintaining long-term financial stability and minimiing future financial burdens on property owners.
Every decision made in the commissioners room ultimately impacts the daily li es of the people li ing and working throughout ycoming County. hether o cials are appro ing free grant audits, buying digital police software, or managing the steep costs of legal in uiries, those choices shape the financial health of the entire region. The weekly gatherings offer a clear window into e actly how public resources are allocated, prioriti ed, and protected.
The commissioners consistently encourage residents to participate in these weekly sessions to stay informed on how local ta re enue is managed and where priorities truly lie. Attending the Thursday morning meetings gi es citi ens a direct oice in the process and a clearer understanding of local go ernance. hen residents show up and pay attention to these proceedings, the entire democratic system works better, ensuring that e ery dollar spent ser es the best interests of the community as a whole.
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Oval Church Celebrates 150th Anniversary With Festivities
By any measure, 150 years is a long time. Remarkably, that is how long the Oval Church has been serving the people of the Nippenose Valley in Lycoming County.
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“150 years is a huge milestone,” said Pastor David Brenneman. “It is important to celebrate because this is bigger than just a date on a calendar. This is 150 years of God moving in the Valley through the people called Oval Church. This is 150 years of weddings, baptisms, funerals, and more potluck dinners than you can even imagine. This is generation after generation of families who have laughed together, cried together, and experienced the grace of God together. This is 150 years of faith. 150 years of hope. And 150 years of love. This is more than just an anniversary. This is a recommitment to another century and a half of sharing God’s love and truth with the people of the Nippenose Valley.”
The church purchased its first piece of property for $50 on April 25, 1876,
and has been serving the community ever since. Known simply as Oval Church, the congregation sponsors many programs, including the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, and has hosted The Valley Choir, which was made up of members of all the churches in the Nippenose Valley. “We have Women’s Bible Study, Men’s Alliance, Chancel Choir, Bell Choir, Sunday Small Group, children’s ministry, and nursery,” said Dena Schreck, church secretary. “We also have an annual Toy Shop for families in need of toys for Christmas, all the toys are free, and an annual Easter Egg Hunt for the young kids and anyone with special needs.” There is also a Blessing Cupboard, which is stocked with food, hygiene, and cleaning supplies for anyone in need. The list of programs and special events goes on and on.
By now, it should be obvious that this country church is special.
When asked what led him to ministry and, ultimately, Oval, Pastor
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renneman replied, hen I first became a follower of Christ, it was through a non-denominational church. hen I began asking uestions to further define my faith, it was the mo ement that ohn esley began that seemed to answer my uestions in ways that lined up with the ible. ohn esley s iews on baptism, sal ation, and grace really spoke to me. I eagerly oined the Global ethodist Church as it is a mo ement that is seeking to reclaim and return to the esleyan theology and practice.
I found myself in a season in life where I was looking for a congregation to pastor. I heard about this church called O al that was looking for a pastor. I didn t reali e it at the time, but it became increasingly clear that God was arranging something special. He was calling us to each other. O al was eactly the church I needed, and I pray I am the pastor that they need. I thank God e ery day for bringing my family to O al Church and to the Nippenose alley.
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hat makes O al Church uni ue O al Church is uni ue because it is a small church with a big faith, said Pastor renneman. Rather than being content to simply meet on undays and special occasions, we truly li e out the mission and ision of the church of esus Christ. e lo e God, and we lo e our neighbor. And we dream big. e belie e that God will pro ide what we need to do what He is calling us to do. e belie e that God is bigger than our imaginations and that He is on the mo e in our community. e are simply willing essels, looking to do the will of the One we lo e. O al Church worships with passion, ser es with lo e, and gi es with oy. e lo e our children and belie e that they are more than ust the future of the church they are the church. e want to pro ide the children of our church with a real foundation on which to build their li es and their faith. e honor and cherish those who ha e gone before us, and we try hard to li e up to and continue their legacies. e belie e that church is more than a building it is a family.
ark your calendars The festi ities will be held beginning riday, une , at 5 p.m. with a doubles Pickleball tournament. The tournament is free, family-friendly, and will ha e three age brackets uniors (ages 13-1 , Adults
(ages 1 - , and eniors (ages 50 .
The fun continues aturday, une th, beginning at 11 a.m. with the Hunter amily musical group, a martial arts demo, id s Carni al (11 a.m.p.m. , and a cake wheel ( arious times throughout the day . In addition, there will be photo booth areas around the property, face painting and hair tinsel, a sensory table, moky the ear will be in attendance, and many other fun acti ities. The ions Club will also be barbecuing, and the Nippenose alley ire Company will be ser ing ice cream. At p.m., there will be a de otional and hymn sing with Pastor Da e, along with a bonfire, so bring a lawn chair.
ittingly, the festi ities will start back up on unday, une th, with a 10 a.m. worship ser ice, followed by a congregational picnic at 11 15 a.m. and a cake cutting at 1 30 p.m.
To register for the Pickleball Tournament, please call the O al Church at 5 0- 5-31 . Registration deadline is une 1st. Rain date for the tournament is unday, une th. ingles wishing to participate in the tournament will be paired, if possible. O al Church is located at Rt Hwy, ersey hore, PA 1 0 (O al . or uestions about the celebration or church ser ices, please call 5 0- 5-31 or email o alchurch o alinternet.net.
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aving a son has made me think a lot about my childhood. It has made me think about the great memories I have and how awesome my parents were at raising me. I hope that in today’s world, it is still possible for kids to have that same kind of childhood. My wife and I are going to do everything we can to make sure Beau has that.
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riding our bikes and playing baseball all day long at Brandon Park.
Or going over to our neighbors’, the Lupos’, house to swim.
Late-night “manhunt” games were always a summer staple at The Webbs. Summer was outside. No phones. No sitting inside all day. Just being kids.
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There are a couple of things from my childhood that I think were huge for my development, and honestly, I think our generation could do a better job bringing some of them back.
Go Outside
My childhood was outside. My parents would let my friends and me play in the yard for hours. We played so much baseball that the bases were literally worn into the grass. We no longer needed real bases because you could see where they were supposed to be.
Or it was my buddy Brad and I
Something my parents did that I appreciate now is that they only let me play video games at night, and even then, only sports games were allowed. Looking back, that pushed me outside. Another thing they did was never let me play online games. At the time, I probably hated it, but now I realize it forced me to actually be with my friends if I wanted to hang out with them.
And honestly, I think that was a good thing.
Looking back, I think my parents understood something before many
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people did. If kids always have entertainment in front of them, they stop creating their own adventures. Don’t Let Your Kids Be Shy
Another thing my parents did was never really give me the option to be shy.
I had to learn how to talk to people. I had to order my own food. I had to make eye contact when someone was talking to me. I had to say “Mr.” and “Mrs.” when talking to adults, and I always had to say thank you. At the time, you do not realize how important those little things are. But now that I am older, I see how much being able to communicate and respect people helps in life. It helps with relationships, jobs, friendships, and confidence.
I think sometimes today we protect kids from being uncomfortable too much when, in reality, those little uncomfortable moments are what help them grow.
I probably thought my parents were being hard on me. Now I realize they
were preparing me for the real world.
I know my parents were not perfect, and none of us will be perfect as parents. But looking back, I am so thankful for the way they raised me. Now it is my turn to try to do the same for Beau.
But it takes a village to raise a child. It takes a community. We all have to come together and do things the right way for the next generation. I catch myself thinking about these things while holding Beau. One day, he is going to want to ride bikes, play ball, stay outside too late, and hang out with his friends. I hope Lauren and I can give him a childhood he looks back on the same way I look back on mine.
Kids do not need a perfect childhood.
They just need present parents, real experiences, and, actually, a chance to be kids.
“Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it.” — Proverbs 22:6
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Freedom From Smoking and Vaping
What: Freedom from smoking and vaping. Free. Call or text Karen at 570-360-3100.
When: Tuesday nights, from 7-8:30 p.m., May 26th-July 14th Where: Agape Fellowship, 485 E. 3rd St., Williamsport.
Community Clean Up Your Properties Week
What: Residents of Clinton Township & Montgomery Borough are welcome to bring items of trash, nonworking equipment, appliances, computers, TVs, etc.. Clothes will go in Salvation Army Truck. Recyclable metals will go in Hinston’s Dumpster. 2026 we will take car & truck tires at a cost of $5.00 each to those that bring them. NO farm tractor tire or tractor trailer tires will be accepted. Items that will not be accepted are the following: refrigerators, air conditioners and any hazardous materials and farm tires. ***PROOF of address will be required*** Any questions, please call Clinton Township 570-547-1466. Don’t miss out, be sure to take advantage of this free service and get your properties cleaned up, we look forward to seeing you!
When: Tuesday-Friday, May 26th-May 29th, from 9 a.m.6 p.m. and Saturday, May 30th, from 8 a.m.-noon. Where: Clinton Township Building.
EVENTS
Homeschool Day K-2nd
Community Calendar
What: This program is for homeschool or cyber school families with children in grades K-2. Celebrate PA Native Species Day by learning about our state symbols! Registration required at events.dcnr.pa.gov/ricketts_glen_ state_park or by emailing rhsummers@pa.gov or calling 570-477-7780.
When: Wednesday, May 20th, from 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Where: Park and meet at the Visitor Center in Ricketts Glen State Park.
Homeschool Day 3rd-6th
What: This program is for homeschool or cyber school families with children in grades 3-6. Celebrate PA Native Species Day by learning about our state symbols! Registration required at events.dcnr.pa.gov/ricketts_glen_ state_park or by emailing rhsummers@pa.gov or calling 570-477-7780.
When: Wednesday, May 20th, from 1-3 p.m.
Where: Park and meet at the Visitor Center in Ricketts Glen State Park.
“Terrific Trees”
What: Join the park naturalist to take a look and tell the difference between some of the different “Terrific Trees” species in the Lower Picnic Area of Little Pine State Park. There will be a craft at the end. This program will be suited towards families with children, but anyone is welcome to attend. All children must be accompanied by an adult to participate. Program may be modified or cancelled in the event of severe weather or new state or community guidelines. Meet at Pavilion #4 (in the Lower Picnic Area of Little Pine State Park).
When: Friday, May 22nd, from 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Where: Little Pine State Park, Pavilion #4 in Lower Picnic Area.
“Terrific Trees”
What: Join the park naturalist to take a look and tell the difference between some of the different “Terrific Tree” species in Hyner Run State Park. There will be a craft at the end. This program will be suited towards families with children, but anyone is welcome to attend. All children must be accompanied by an adult to participate. Program may be modified or cancelled in the event of
severe weather or new community guidelines. Meet at the amphitheater (by the pool).
When: Friday, May 22nd, from 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Where: Hyner Run State Park, Amphitheater (By Pool).
Audubon Event: Robert Porter Allen Bird Walk
What: Please join us for a co-sponsored event with James V. Brown Library! Registration is available through the library: program titled “Exploring Spring Birds and Wildflowers”. It will be a leisurely stroll from the parking area, out to the fields and riverfront of the island.
When: Friday, May 22nd, at 10 a.m.
Where: 721 E Mountain Ave, Williamsport, PA. Registration at jvbrown.libcal.com/event/15846080.
Book Sale
What: Friends of Muncy Library book sale.
When: Saturday, May 23rd, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Where: Muncy Library, 108 S. Main St., Muncy.
“Creek Critters”
What: Join the park naturalist and explore an underwater community with “Creek Critters” to find some different aquatic insects that call this creek home. All children must be accompanied by an adult to participate. Please wear shoes to get wet. Program may be modified or cancelled in the event of severe weather, high water, or new community guidelines. Meet at the footbridge at the Lower Picnic Area.
When: Saturday, May 23rd, from 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Where: Little Pine State Park, Footbridge at Lower Picnic Area.
“Local Lore”
What: Tis the 250th birthday of America. Come on out and learn some of the local history and “Local Lore” that contributed to the nation’s history, including, but not limited to, the Fair Play Men, different towns in the area, and the CCC. All children must be accompanied by an adult to participate. Program may be modified or cancelled in the event of severe weather or new community guidelines. Meet at the amphitheater.
When: Saturday, May 23rd, from 8-9 p.m.
Where: Little Pine State Park, Amphitheater.
Bygone Town of Ricketts Tour
What: Discover where the lumber town of Ricketts used to stand and learn some history along the way. Good boots are recommended for walking. Please bring your own bug spray. This area has ticks. We will meet at the Visitor Center to watch From Woodchips to Sawdust, and then we will drive out to the site. Contact Rhiannon Summers at 570-477-7780 or rhsummers@pa.gov for more information.
When: Saturday, May 23rd, from 9:30-11 a.m.
Where: Park and meet at the Visitor Center in Ricketts Glen State Park.
“Creek Critters”
What: Join the park naturalist to learn about some different “Creek Critters” that call Hyner Run home. There will also be a craft. All children must be accompanied by an adult to participate. Program may be modified or cancelled in the event of severe weather or new community guidelines. Meet beside the pool.
When: Sunday, May 24th, from 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Where: Hyner Run State Park, Pool.
“Local Lore”
What: Tis the 250th birthday of America. Come on out and learn some of the local history and “Local Lore” that contributed to the nation’s history, including, but not limited to different towns in the area and the CCC. All children must be accompanied by an adult to participate. Program may be modified or cancelled in the event of severe weather or new community guidelines. Meet at the amphitheater by the pool. Please bring a lawn chair.
When: Sunday, May 24th, from 8-9 p.m.
Where: Hyner Run State Park, Amphitheater (By Pool).
Yoga on the Beach
What: Join yoga instructor, Tawnia Converse, for a morning yoga session on Lake Jean Beach. No experience required and bring your own mat or towel. Registration required at events.dcnr.pa.gov/ricketts_glen_state_park or by emailing rhsummers@pa.gov or calling 570-4777780.
When: Sunday, May 24th, from 9-10 a.m.
Where: Lake Jean Beach in Ricketts Glen State Park.
Bygone Town of Ricketts Tour
What: Discover where the lumber town of Ricketts used to stand and learn some history along the way. Good boots are recommended for walking. Please bring your own bug spray. This area has ticks. We will meet at the Visitor Center to watch From Woodchips to Sawdust, and then we will drive out to the site. Contact Rhiannon Summers at 570-477-7780 or rhsummers@pa.gov for more information.
When: Monday, May 25th, from 9:30 -11 a.m.
Where: Park and meet at the Visitor Center in Ricketts Glen State Park.
Memorial Day Ceremony
What: The Annual Civil War Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Day Ceremony, sponsored by the 11th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, N-SSA. The approximately 45 minute ceremony includes a Union Army observance, cannon salute, and the decorating of graves with flowers. Bring a lawn chair if desired and please avoid parking in the Circle.
When: Monday, May 25th, at 9 a.m.
Where: The G. A. R. Circle in Wildwood Cemetery, Williamsport. Follow the signs on the same side as the Chapel/Office.
Memorial Day Service
What: Memorial Day service at Montoursville Cemetery. Proudly Hosted by American Legion Post 104. Open to the public. Guest Speaker Colonel Bryan P. Ewing Sr. When: Monday, Monday, May 25th. Service at 10 a.m. Where: Montoursville Cemetery, 1401 Broad St., Montoursville.
Music Club Show
What: The Williamsport Music Club will present a show of Broadway hits.
When: Tuesday, May 26th at 7 p.m.
Where: Pine Street United Methodist Church, Pine St., Williamsport.
Avis Fire Company Carnival
What: Avis Fire Company carnival.
When: May 26th-May 30th. Parade will be Friday May 29th, at 6 p.m. and will go through the center of town. Where: Avis Fire Company, 1E. Central Ave., Avis.
What: We welcome you to join us for a presentation from Rebecca McCabe, a Research Biologist at Hawk Mountain Sanctuary. Her research focuses broadly on movement and nesting ecology, and she is involved in numerous long-term studies including broad-winged hawks, snowy owls, and American kestrels. We will learn about the Hawk Mountain Sanctuary’s efforts to study the fall annual cycle to better understand the threats and conservation needs for this long-distance migration.
When: Wednesday, May 27th, at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Taber Museum, 858 West Fourth St., Williamsport. There is parking behind the museum and in the lot behind Trinity Church.
Gardening for Birds and Butterflies
What: Support the bee population, attract beautiful butterflies, and have lots of fruit at the same time! At this free, in-person workshop, learn about the various pollinators and how to encourage them to come to your garden.
When: Saturday,May 30th, from 10-11:30 a.m.
Where: 542 County Farm Rd., Montoursville.
Chicken BBQ
What: South Williamsport Lions Club Chicken BBQ and bake sale. The South Williamsport Lions Club will host a Chicken BBQ. Dinners contain chicken, baked potato, roll, and dessert. There will also be a bake sale on site. Dinners cost $13.00, and tickets can be purchased from any Lions Club member.
When: Saturday, May 30th
Where: South Williamsport Pool Complex.
Genealogy Research
What: Genealogy Research with S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Nancy McCurdy will present “Genealogy Research with S.U.C.C.E.S.S.”, which covers research pitfalls, search hints, helpful genealogy forms, sources, and more. Open to the public.
When: Saturday, May 30th. Doors open at 12:30 p.m., and the presentation begins at 1 p.m.
Where: Thomas T. Taber Museum conference room. West 4th St., Williamsport.
CHURCH EVENTS
Closet Set-Up
What: Daniel’s Closet donations & set-up.
When: Thursday, May 21, from 4-6 p.m.
Where: Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1101 Washington Blvd., Williamsport.
Where: Redeemer Lutheran Church Social Hall, 1101 Washington Blvd., Williamsport.
Chicken BBQ
What: Drive-thru chicken BBQ. $14/meal. Includes chicken, baked beans, coleslaw, baked potato, cookies. $7 for chicken only. Preorders recommended: 570-538-1541 or 570-971-9768.
When: Saturday, May 23rd, from 4-6 p.m.
Where: St. John’s United Methodist Church, 49 River Rd., Dewart.
Worship Service
What: Carsontown Community Church opening for our 125th year of worship, hymn sing and Memorial Day recognition. Message by Pastor Frank Hartzel. Come as you are. Leave Renewed!
When: Sunday, May 24th, at 9:30 a.m.
Where: Carsontown Community Church, 7951 Little Pine Creek Rd., Waterville.
Worship Service
What: Worship service. Sermon: “Righteousness through Faith.”
Where: Antes Fort Methodist Church, corner of Fourth and Main sts., Antes Fort.
TOPS Program
What: TOPS Weight Loss Program. First meeting free. www.tops.org for more information.
When: Every Monday, from 5:15-6:15 p.m.
Where: Divine Providence Hospital Auditorium, 1100 Grampian Blvd., Williamsport, use door before Chapel Entrance.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT EVENTS...
ARTS and ENTERTAINMENT EVENTS
Phil Reeder Solo Guitar
What: Phil Reeder solo guitar playing acoustic eclectic.
When: Friday, May 22nd, at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Sons of Italy, 144 E. Fourth St. Williamsport.
Artisans’ Show
What: Pine Creek artisans’ show. Cash or check only.
When: Saturday, May 23rd, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., and Sunday, May 24th, noon-4 p.m.
Where: 145 Railroad St., Cammal.
Lock Port Drifters
What: Lock Port Drifters playing bluegrass, folk and Americana.
When: Sunday, May 24th, at 3 p.m.
Where: Country/Bluegrass Jam, Yearick Center, 321 Walnut St., Howard.
Makers Market
What: Makers Market featuring local growers, bakers, and handcrafted goods. Shop fresh produce, homemade breads, unique crafts, and more while supporting local vendors in a family-friendly atmosphere. Fry Bros will also have a beer tent for sampling Pennsylvania crafted beer sold at our locations as well!
When: Every other Saturday starting May 30th - Oct. 17, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (tentatively).
There are certain weekends on the calendar that just mean something. Memorial Day weekend is one of them, and for more reasons than most people stop to think about.
Before I talk about camping, cookouts, and the radio station I’ve been waiting all year to turn on, I want to take a moment to say what this weekend is actually about.
Andrea McElroy
It’s about the men and women who gave everything so that we could have the freedom to do all of those things.
Now. With that on my heart, because it’s always on my heart this weekend, let me tell you about the other things that make Memorial Day weekend feel like Memorial Day weekend to me.
E ery time I see an American ag ying from a porch, lining a cemetery, or waving from the back of a truck, I try to let it stop me for just a second. That ag isn t ust fabric and color. It s a symbol of sacrifice Real sacrifice. ons and daughters, husbands and wives, moms and dads who never made it home.
We owe them more than a long weekend. We owe them our remembrance, our gratitude, and our respect.
o, before the grill gets fired up and the fun begins, I always make sure to pause and say thank you to the fallen, to their families, and to every veteran who carried that ag forward.
irst of all, the Rock n Roll 500. If you know, you know y fa orite There is a radio station that spends the entire weekend playing nothing but classic rock, and I am here for e ery single minute of it. ( .3 R, just in case you don’t know.) It is not Memorial Day weekend without that music coming through our speakers. It ust isn t. omething about those old songs, the windows down, the warm air, it just feels like freedom. Which, come to think of it, is exactly what this weekend is about. Chris and I voted for our favorite songs this year. Metallica, Ozzy, AC/ DC, Theory of a Deadman, Tom Petty, Nickelback, Eddie Money, The Police, and so many more were all some of my otes All the classics before the 000s. econdly, it s our first camping weekend of the season at the river lot. There is nothing like that first trip out e got a new camper this year, so we are extra excited. We just couldn’t pass it up. It’s
absolutely beautiful! We can’t wait to get everything set up, settle in, hear the water, and breathe that air. After a long winter and a busy spring, that first weekend at the river lot feels exhilarating. It’s one of my favorite feelings of the year!
And thirdly, my regular readers are going to laugh because they know e actly what I m talking about Cruise control goes ON this weekend, people I don t care where you’re headed or how late you re running. E ery year, like clockwork, our area is crawling with police, and every year, somebody learns that lesson the hard way. Not me. Not this girl. I click that cruise control on, and I en oy the ride with the good ole Rock n Roll 500 blaring in the background. Every. Dang. Year.
emorial Day weekend has a little bit of everything. A little reverence, a little adventure, a little music, and a little common sense behind the wheel. It’s one of my favorites. I hope wherever this weekend finds you, you take a moment to remember why we have it and then enjoy every single bit of it. Happy Memorial Day.
*Stay tuned! Next week I’ll have a side dish that goes amazing with this!*
Ingredients:
large oneless kinless Chicken
reasts, (or chicken cutlets, thighs are also fine to use
1/ Cup Ranch Dressing
1/ Cup Italian Dressing
• 1 tsp Garlic Powder
• 1 tsp Onion Powder
1 tsp lack Pepper
Parmesan Topping:
.5 o hredded Parmesan Cheese
1/ Cup Ranch Dressing
Breadcrumb Mixture
1 Cup Italian tyle Panko readcrumbs
1 Cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
• 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter, melted
For Cooking
• 1 tsp Avocado Oil
• 1 tbsp Unsalted Butter
Pro olone Cheese lices
• 2 Mozzarella Slices
Directions:
Preheat the oven to 325.
Cut chicken breasts into fillets or use cutlets.
Mix ranch dressing, Italian dressing, and seasonings in a bowl. Marinate chicken in the mi ture for at least 0 minutes or up to overnight.
Combine the shredded Parmesan cheese with the ranch dressing and set aside.
i Panko breadcrumbs, grated Par-
mesan, and melted butter in a separate bowl, then set aside.
Heat the oil and butter in a skillet o er medium heat until the chicken has browned on both sides. Place in the oven at 3 5 for about 0-50 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
THEN Top each chicken piece with provolone and mozzarella cheeses, then add the Parmesan mixture. Broil for about fi e minutes.
Add the breadcrumb topping and broil for another 4 to 5 minutes, or until the cheeses are all melted and the breadcrumbs are nice and toasty.
This recipe is absolutely incredible!!! ENJOY!
Into the Woods
It’s no wonder the novel The Secret Garden resonated so deeply with me when I was around ten. I found myself identifying with the characters who became immersed within the natural world, inside a special, hidden-from-civilization plot of greenery that ended up healing them in some way. And since I grew up surrounded by woods and thickets, I became enveloped by endless groves of tall trees, season after season, never wanting to leave what seemed like home.
The scent of pine mingled deliciously with the tang of autumn, only to be over-
shadowed by the sweet aroma of blossoms each spring. And I can’t begin to describe what it felt like to be enshrouded by the lush vegetation come summer. I still remember how cool and smooth the maple leaves felt against my skin. Even winter, with fresh snow sitting atop tree branches, offered a special brand of awe in my secret garden.
Although much of the time I was alone in the woods, sometimes my brother or the neighborhood kids would join me.
For hours on end, we’d wander through the trees and brush, turning o er at
rocks to see what hid beneath them, transforming errant sticks into spears and knives and building all manner of forts over what seemed like limitless acreage of forest. Footpaths snaked through the woods, connecting each of those beloved forts.
The ravine where most of our time was spent was a challenge to climb, as I recall, but we managed to make it to the top despite masses of leaves slipping underfoot. Of course, it was worth it because the view from the other side was spectacular. Besides, after reaching the summit, we’d discover multitudes of huge, moss-covered oaks that beckoned for us to sit and read a good book, if we remembered one, that is. I’m not sure there’s a reading nook quite so perfect, nestled on a spongy blanket of moss while leaning against an unyielding tree trunk, breathing in the intoxicating scent of the earth.
To say that I’m grateful to have had such a nature-immersed childhood is an understatement — chapters of my life that I won’t soon forget. I think all three of our kids had one, too. But I fear the majority of kids today aren t being afforded a similar experience, whether it’s due to trepidation regarding the safety of our charges
while they’re unsupervised or because said charges are inextricably glued to screens. Regardless of why, I still think scores of impressionable youths are missing out on connecting with their environment in a way that could positively impact their lives. That said, kids need to play in the woods. They need to breathe fresh air. They need to build forts. They need to work together with their friends toward a common goal (constructing something that won’t collapse right away) and get their hands dirty in the process. And they need to spend time in those forts — forts that are in a constant state of development and redesign, utilizing their creativity and making their brains work harder. Tree forts, I dare say, require even more critical thinking skills. I’ll never forget the one my friends and I attempted to erect using an enormous cardboard box and ladder, perilously fastened to a tree. It didn’t end well, but we all learned something valuable.
Thankfully, by the time our daughters were traipsing around in the woods with hammers in hand, we had enough sense to provide them with wood scraps and pallets, not cardboard. And the forts that were built out of them held up to the weather for years, although now there’s little trace that those forts ever existed.
But they know they existed, and that has made all the difference.
Welcome to my world. It’s where I live (probably rereading The Secret Garden). Visit me there at www.melindawentzel.com. Signed books are available on Etsy at PlanetMomMarket.
REAL ESTATE TERMS: Cashier’s or certified check made payable to Scott A. Young, Auctioneer in the amount of $15,000.00 required at time of auction as down payment. 6% Buyers Premium added to purchase price. Balance due in full within 30 days from date of sale. To be sold upon Owners immediate confirmation. Property built before 1978, Buyer has the option to inspect prior to Auction.
CONTENTS TERMS: no buyer’s premium. We only accept cash or good check. Returned checks are subject to a $30.00 Fee. All items sold as-is, where is. Statements made on day of auction take precedents over previously written material. Please bring chairs.
Melinda Wentzel
Increasing time spent outdoors enjoying nature can positively affect mood and mental health. Generally speaking, outdoor enthusiasts tend to be happier overall. The American Psychological Association says spending time in nature is linked to both cogniti e benefits and impro ements in mood, mental health and emotional well-being. Both green spaces and blue (a uatic spaces benefit o erall well-being. Several years ago, the University of Derby in the United Kingdom conducted a study titled, “The 30 Days Wild.” The study encouraged people to do something wild once a day for 30 days. Participants shared that their connection to nature and doing things in
nature created a significant increase in happiness and health. People who spend more time outside can experience greater self-esteem, less stress, increased memory retention, and more positive body image. Natural environments also lower activity in the rumination area of the brain, decreasing negative, repetitive thoughts. Also, those who are outside more tend to be engaging in physical activities, and exercise directly correlates to better mental health.
Celebrate the Start of Summer
he summer solstice offers the most hours of daylight all year. According to Space.com, the summer solstice occurs when one of the Earth’s poles has its maximum tilt toward the sun. The summer solstice falls on June 20, 21 or 22 in the Northern Hemisphere.
The longest day of the year and the beginning of astrological summer is a source of celebration for many people. Come the summer solstice, the warm weather stabilizes and there are more days of sunshine and mild temperatures. Summer also is a season for school breaks and family vacations, representing additional reasons to look forward to the summer solstice. People can commemorate the start of summer in many different ways, including these fun ideas.
Plan a hike. With a greater number of daylight hours, the solstice is the perfect time to head outdoors and enjoy the sights. There’s no need to rush, as the sun sets late in the evening, giving those who have to work or attend school earlier in the day an opportunity to enjoy a hike after signing off.
Take a photo. Make it a tradition to take a first day of summer photo each year to catalog the years going by. Everyone can pose in their favorite summer garb or get coordinating t-shirts. Change the decor. The first day of sum-
mer is a perfect time to change a home’s decor to re ect bright, summery details.
Pull out bright throw pillows, switch to citrus or coconut-scented candles to establish a beachy mood and fill a bowl with limes, lemons and oranges for an easy summer centerpiece.
Make a summer treat. Spend the day trying a new summer recipe, such as homemade ice cream, s’mores, fresh lemonade, or a frozen cocktail (mocktail) like piña coladas. Enjoy in honor of the start of summer.
Take a plunge. Make an inaugural summer trip to the seaside, a pool or a lake and do your best cannonball into the water. Summer is a peak time for swimming, water sports and boating, so it pays to dive right into these activities.
These are some of the entertaining ways that people can celebrate the arrival of the first day of summer. esti ities can continue over the ensuing months.
Add Some Additional Flavor to Your Memorial Day BBQ
Memorial Day weekend is a time for both re ection and relaation across the nited States. Memorial Day mourns and honors military personnel who lost their lives while serving in the American Armed orces. emorial Day parades honor such indi iduals, and the parades also instill pride in Americans during a much-belo ed weekend across the nited tates. Though Memorial Day is observed annually on the last Monday in ay, the three-day holiday weekend marks the uno cial start of summer for millions of people each year. That kickoff typically includes lots of backyard barbecues. As millions gather to celebrate emorial Day this year, those tasked with manning the grill can consider these ways to add some e tra a or to foods cooked o er an open ame. Monitor temperatures with a meat thermometer. O ercooking
foods cooked o er an open ame is a common mistake. O ercooked foods tend to taste dried out and fail to offer that signature uiciness associated with well-cooked barbecue staples like steak and other types of red meat. People manning the grill this Memorial Day are urged to utili e a meat thermometer, which can ensure foods maintain their uicy aor profile and do not dry out. The ideal internal cooking temperature aries depending on which foods are being cooked, so be sure to stick to a recipe or look up the appropriate internal cooking temperature for foods that will be cooked o er an open ame.
Utilize wood chips or chunks. Another way to add a or is to grill foods o er wood chips or chunks. Chips or chunks might be a ored (mes uite is a popular a or or una ored. Cooks should know that adding a ored or un a ored chips or chunks will impart a smoky a-
vor to anything cooked on the grill. When using a gas grill, cooks can put the chips or chunks in a smoker box or wrap them in a foil pouch to impart e tra a or without ad ersely affecting the grill.
Dry rub meats. ome people marinate grilled foods prior to cooking, but marinade can drip off when cooking food and lose much of its alue in regard to adding a or. Dry rubs are made from spices, herbs and other seasonings that won’t fall or burn off when foods are cooking. Dry rubs can add e tra a or when applied hours before cooking or even shortly before placing foods on the grill.
Slow down. “Low and slow” is a motto embraced by people who love to smoke foods, and that same approach can be applied to more traditional grilling as well. Even if you don’t have all day to cook like you would if you choose to smoke foods, cooking low and slow can ensure foods are juicy and full of that uni ue taste that s only possible when cooking over an open
ame. eep ents open only on a crack and cook foods at lower temperatures than you otherwise might. While the foods won’t be cooked as fast, they will boast more of that signature smoky a or grilling enthusiasts love.
There’s no shortage of ways to impart some e tra a or to grilled foods this emorial Day.
Water Recreation Safety Tips
Fun in the sun often involves playing in the water. Whether you’re soaking up some rays in a backyard pool, catching some ocean waves on a surfboard or sliding your way across a Slip ’N Slide, there’s no shortage of ways to incorporate water into warm weather recreation.
Water-based recreation makes especially warm days more comfortable, but caution must reign supreme when engaging in water play. The National
Drowning Pre ention Alliance offers the following safety tips to lower the risk of water recreation accidents.
Brush up on your swimming skills. The NDPA reports that learning how to swim can reduce drowning risk by 88 percent. Adults and children alike are urged to go over the basics of swimming before getting in the water to ensure their skills are up to the task. If possible, practice the basics in the shallow end of a pool to reacclimate your body to swimming. Parents can keep a
watchful eye on their young swimmers to ensure they haven’t forgotten how to swim since last season.
Never swim alone. Swimming with a partner is a fun way to stay safe. The buddy system ensures someone is there to look after swimmers and offer help if a swimmer is struggling. A buddy also can call for help by alerting a lifeguard when swimming in a public place such as a beach, lake or community swimming pool.
if your physical condition and/or the conditions in the water change. Be an educated swimmer. Savvy swimmers know to check the local forecast, including water conditions, before getting their toes wet. The NDPA notes it’s unsafe to swim in the rain, particularly if there is thunder and lightning. That’s true whether you’re swimming in an ocean, a lake or a backyard pool. A wetsuit can help keep the body warm when water temperatures are low, but the NDPA notes such swimming sessions should be brief. In addition, the NDPA notes that swimming in a wetsuit when water temperatures are between 75 and 80 degrees could lead to heat exhaustion.
Stick to designated swimming areas. The ag system is often employed at parks, beaches and lakes to indicate when and where it’s safe to swim. A red ag typically symboli es swimming is unsafe, whereas a green ag means conditions are welcoming for swimmers. Stick to areas designated as safe. The NDPA notes it’s always preferable to swim under the supervision of a lifeguard.
Err on the side of caution. The NDPA notes it’s best to get out when in doubt. If water conditions don’t feel right, exit the water. Falling rain, rough currents, muscle cramps, and/or physical fatigue can quickly transform a fun swimming session into a dangerous situation. Get out of the water at the first sign of doubt. You can always return later
Don’t swim after consuming alcohol. Swimming and alcohol are a bad mix, as the NDPA notes that alcohol impairs balance and coordination, each of which are vital for swimming. Alcohol also increases the likelihood of risky beha ior, which can be ha ardous when in the water.
Water-based recreation helps make warm weather seasons even more fun. But safety must be the utmost priority when having fun in the water. Additional water safety strategies can be found at ndpa.org.
Low-Cost Summer Entertaining
Summer is a season for entertaining. But as the cost of consumer goods and even necessities like food has risen in recent years, some people may be hosting a lot less often than they used to.
It’s important to keep in mind that memorable entertaining options are not only defined by cost. ure that professional decorator or expensive catering service may be lavish, but it’s possible to host a gathering without putting a strain on your finances. Here are some strategies for budget-friendly summer entertaining.
Bu ets and bars: A complex, multicourse meal will be expensive, and some guests may e en find it pretentious. Instead, reduce time spent in the kitchen and simplify meal ser ice with buffet stations and food bars. Allow guests to customi e their food with different toppings and ingredients, which can elevate even simple fare like tacos or burgers.
Signature drinks: A full open bar is expensive. Keeping a few staples on hand, such as beer and red and white wine, should be su cient. ut hosts also can create a signature cocktail, make it in bulk and serve it in a pitcher. Spritzers also can stretch wine or liquor further because they are mixed with sparkling water. Remember to also make non-alcoholic offerings available. A pitcher of mineral water with fruit or cucumber slices is affordable and refreshing.
A ordable atmosphere: There’s no need to hire a party planner to transform an entertaining space. Inexpensive tricks can go a long way. Lighting is important, and repurposed holiday lights or bistro lights will make the space intimate as the sun goes down. Even tea candles in scattered mason jars will create a relaxing ambiance. Utilize found items for decor, like seasonal fruits in a bowl for a vibrant centerpiece or clippings from the garden instead of costly bouquets picked up from the store.
Encourage contributions: As a party host or hostess, it’s tempting to want to do it all and take on all of the burden. But it’s alright and cost-effecti e to accept help when guests want to contribute. If friends express a desire to help, ask them to bring a side dish, a favorite beverage or a dessert to defray costs. .
Low-cost activities: Keeping guests occupied doesn’t have to be expensive. Pass around lyrics to songs so everyone can join in on a group karaoke session featuring familiar favorites like “Sweet Caroline” or Shaboozey’s “A Bar Song (Tipsy),” among others. Board games, lawn games like cornhole, or even card games are some additional low-cost options. Pool owners have an ultimate source of entertainment without any new expenses.
Entertaining during the summer doesn’t have to be expensive. By focusing on company, fun and casual food, hosts and their guests are likely to have a good time.
LIVE BAIT
Mother’s Day weekend welcomed two terrific new tales about talking beasts.
I can t make the connection between moms and anthropomorphic animals but in any case, your Webb movie-maven herewith reiews both films at once Released in theaters on ay , The Sheep Detectives looked like a hard sell but it s already a hit with crowds and critics. Indeed, the District theater where I caught it that aturday was pretty much packed.
and li e-action a sweet, subtle score by Christophe eck and in the end, an impressi e emotional undertow. Don t be surprised if you ha e tears in your eyes more than once arda s cast includes (playing sheep ulia ouis-Dreyfus, ryan Cranston, Chris O Dowd and Patrick tewart Hugh ackman stars as the shepherd, with other humans played by Emma Thompson and Nicholas raun the latter as a bumbling local bobby.
The premise has a likable ritish shepherd reading nightly mystery novels to his large and aried ock of sheep. ittle does he know, the critters can understand him perfectly and they usually follow these sessions by speculating on whodunit though they cannot communicate directly with humans through anything more than a standard baa.
One morning, the kindly shepherd is found mysteriously murdered, and the sheep oin ranks to help the town’s lone policeman solve this crime.
Needless to say, that set-up could run off the rails if it weren t handled carefully but director arl alda who helmed popular kid-films like The Lorax and Minions — wields ust the right light touch a good deal of mild comedy handsome scenery with a whiff of fairy-tale a wonderful cast in both oicing
hich reminds me ith all the comedy, comely isuals and fetching friendships, it s easy to forget that Sheep Detectives is a dandy little mystery I had absolutely no idea whodunit. And it s uite family friendly, too.
E cept for a sprinkling of strong language, you could say the same for Remarkably Bright Creatures, a thoroughly charming new Net i feature that likewise premiered on ay . Sally Field stars as the aging cleaning lady at an a uarium in ashington tate. Alfred olina oices arcellus, the facility s sagacious Pacific octopus, who narrates much of the film e en as he tries to help the struggling humans to the point of occasionally leaing his tank.
One of the people on the cephalopod s radar is Cameron played by ewis Pullman (son of well-known actor ill . Considerably down on his luck, young Cameron wanders
into town in his dilapidated van, inherited from an absentee mother who died of a drug overdose.
Cameron is searching for his long-lost father, while Field’s Tova Sullivan still hasn’t gotten past the death of her husband and then shortly later, her teen-age son.
Forming an uneasy friendship, these two souls struggle toward healing — helped not only by Marcellus but also other promising oddballs: a young lady who owns a paddle-board shop; a friendly grocery-owner who is pining for Tova (beautifully played by Colm Meaney); and a gaggle of gossipy girlfriends for Tova.
Like the weekend’s other talking-animal tale, RBC has just the right blend of fetching scenery, whimsical comedy and wonderful acting.
Indeed, for Boomers who grew up on The Flying Nun, it’s easy to forget that Field holds no less than two Oscars for Best Actress; she’s always a pleasure to watch — with a couple of really exceptional scenes here.
Pullman, with a robust resume going back to 2013, continues to wield real acting chops; and he will, BTW, have a role in Mel Brooks’ upcoming Spaceballs sequel (his father had starred in the original).
With a free evening on Mother’s Day, my wife and I renewed our Net i membership partly so we would watch this film.
But I’ve also got my eyes on that streaming service’s hot-looking (and well-reviewed) four-part modernization of William Golding’s classic Lord of the Flies. As it happens, that has a talking beast, too.
But not the kind that helps human beings.
BERRY’S GREENHOUSES
UPMC Expert: Preventing Injuries at Home and on the Road
ay is a time when the weather changes. Many people are active and spend time traveling, adventuring outdoors, and taking in the warmer, longer days. May is also Trauma Awareness Month and given the increase in activity, the perfect time to review the most common causes of serious injuries in our area and the everyday steps that can help prevent them.
Trauma is the medical term for a serious injury. It can be caused by a car crash, a fall, violence, or a recreational accident. Even when someone survives, recovery may involve surgery, rehabilitation, follow-up visits, and time away from work or school.
When an individual experiences a traumatic injury, time is of the essence, and the goal is to ensure they received the highest level of specialty care as quickly as possible. Trauma centers are designated hospitals that care for patients with severe, life-threatening injuries. Designations range from Level I, which is the
highest and most comprehensive, to Level IV, which is the lowest. taff at trauma centers have advanced training and available 24/7 to evaluate major injuries and quickly coordinate needed care such as imaging, surgery, and critical care — while also planning for the next steps in recovery.
Common Injury Risks and Prevention Basics
Having access to a trauma center is a benefit to the community, but as a trauma in ury prevention coordinator, our goal is to help you stay safe so that you don’t need us. While not every injury is avoidable, there are some common types of injuries that we focus on for prevention:
– Falls: home safety steps, balance and strength, and medication review for older adults
– Motor-Vehicle Safety: correct car seats and booster seats, and consistent seatbelt use
friends, first responders, and health care teams can make a difference.
This is where trauma survivor support groups help foster a secure environment where healing can occur through shared experience, validation, and peer support. These groups provide a unique space where individuals can practice trust and develop new, healthier coping mechanisms in a safe setting. Many trauma centers have dedicated trauma support groups or network resources.
Quick Safety Reminders
As you head out and get active, here are a few safety reminders you can take action with today:
– Wear a seatbelt every time, in every seat.
– Use the right car seat or booster seat for a child’s age and size and follow the seat’s instructions.
– Helmet Safety: biking, motorcycles, ATVs, and many sports and outdoor activities
– Safer Driving Habits: avoiding distraction, impairment, and fatigue
– Violence Prevention: con ict de-escalation, secure storage of weapons, and connecting people to support services
These steps can reduce the chance that a quick mistake turns into a life-changing injury.
Recovery Takes Time
– Wear a helmet for biking and when riding ATVs or similar vehicles.
– Lower fall risks at home by clearing walkways, improving lighting, and using handrails on stairs.
– Drive sober, rested, and phone-free.
Trauma care is there when the worst happens, but prevention is where most of us have control. During Trauma Awareness Month, consider picking one safety habit to review at home and sharing it with someone who could use the reminder.
Trauma Awareness Month is also a reminder that recovery doesn’t end when a patient leaves the hospital. Many people need rehabilitation and follow-up care, and some are adjusting to long-term changes in mobility, pain, or daily routines. Trauma recovery is not a solo endeavor. Families and caregivers are part of that process, too. Support from
Kayla Keen, RN, is the trauma and injury prevention coordinator for UPMC Williamsport, a Level II trauma center. The Trauma Survivors Network is now available as a resource for patients and families navigating recovery after a traumatic injury. For more information on acute care and trauma services at UPMC hospitals in north central Pennsylvania, go to UPMC.com/TraumaNCPA.
Spring Outfit Ideas
e’re in the midst of spring, and it’s been fairly nice out, but still chilly and somewhat fickle weather-wise. Those types of days (colder mornings, hotter afternoons) and days that call for you to wear many hats (figurati ely speaking can be challenging to dress in a way that’s appropriate, comfortable, and stylish. Fortunately, you can take the decision fatigue out of picking an outfit with some go-to outfit formulas. These can be formulas you’ve used over the winter, but spring-afied, or brandnew, fresh combinations for the season that will see you into summer.
Republic from several years ago that can be worn on its own or with layers. They currently have a Demin Utility Jumpsuit on sale as of this writing that features an electric waistband and zipper closure with snaps. Wear it against type, layered over a button-down and loafers, if you’re able to get away with that kind of creati e dressing at work. Or wear it functionally, more like co eralls for getting the garden up and running.
First up, what have you been wearing on repeat this past winter? Or what’s one of your most loved garments? A favorite sweater, dress, or accessory? A preferred type of sweater, dress, or pant cut? Can you incorporate those pieces into a warmer-weather version, or does a warmer-weather version exist? I love a good jumpsuit, and when wondering what to wear, I look to that as my first option. pring is a great time for a chambray or denim jumpsuit for a utilitarian style take. I ha e one from anana
Another great jumpsuit for spring is anything soft, oral, and oaty. Think more of a romper type style versus a denim overall as suggested above. This could be a jersey-type jumpsuit for lounging around the house, or something with some slight structure for a night out, like Gap actory s lee eless ide- eg umpsuit in na y or oli e oral. This is a attering piece with si es from to . I d wear ip ops and a sun hat for cocktails on the deck ust as easily as with ats and a cardigan for church.
Now, ha ing taken up two paragraphs to promote umpsuits, like it s perfectly normal to be obsessed, another outfitting formula to consider is less garment
specific and more so color and pattern pairing. I e seen looks of black and white polka dots with one red accessory on arious Pinterest boards I follow, and I m hoping to recreate them in real life for myself. ou can interpret this pairing in a number of ways. Polka dot blouse, black pants, red shoes. Polka dot dress, ean acket, red purse. ou can switch up black and white with na y and white, or switch polka dots with stripes. I m leaning more toward purses and shoes, but you could ha e ewelry, a head scarf, a kerchief, or a bright red lip or nails. ook at what you ha e and limit the red accessory to ust one piece.
peaking of red, all of the trend arti-
cles I e seen and must-ha e lists purport that bright cherry red is still trending. A hot red top is one way to del e into this color if you ha en t before. oth nilo and uince ha e red linen tanks that will work with trousers now, and shorts come summer. And if you re into matching sets, you can pick up both pants and shorts in the same tone from uince. atching sets come in handy at any time of year, but for a spring outfit combo, you ha e a bit more ariety than in colder or the hottest months. Right now, there are so many acation-coded sets in stores, but there are also professional-minded sets. loomingdale s has a ariety of est-top matching sets. Their
u ee lee eless est Pleated Dress Pants come in a dark mocha shade rendered in a rela ed, but still polished silhouette. ou can wear something like this to work ust as easily as to a springtime wedding.
Another fun take on sets is wearing an all-denim look. our fa orite roomy eans and a chambray shirt, or a acket and eans in the same wash with a t-shirt. Go sleek with an animal-print heel or sporty with chunky sneakers. ou can mi and match wash shades if you re looking to add more isual contrast. This can see you into summer by swapping eans for orts or a skirt. peaking of contrast, you can build an
outfit by pairing disparate-seeming pieces together. Right now, adding a sporty element to a formal or professional look is on trend. indbreakers are a practical garment for rainy days. Consider popping one like ands End s omen s P Packable Hooded indbreaker acket o er a midi oral dress. Or consider pairing track pants with a button-down cardigan combo and sneakers. These are ust a few outfitting ideas if you re in need of a style refresh here as we transition from spring to summer. Ob iously, you ha e to consider your current closet, budget, and what is functional for your life, but hopefully, some getting-dressed inspirations can be had
The Bookworm Sez
By Terri Schlichenmeyer
“Happiness Included: Jan Brady and Beyond” by Eve Plumb with Marcia Wilkie foreword by Christopher Knight c.2026, Citadel Press
$30.00
259 pages
Tic-tac-toe.
You can picture it now: boys on one side, girls on the other; Dad and Mom, top and bottom, Alice in the middle. as it fifty years ago, twenty years ago, last weekend that you last saw that tic-tac-toe Doesn t matter, you ll look for it
again. And again, clicking around. And in the new book “Happiness Included” by Eve Plumb with Marcia Wilkie, you’ll read about it.
At a time when most kids are busy with toys and bikes, playing with friends and e ploring, Eve Plumb was being judged.
It happened shortly after her new neighbor, who happened to be a Hollywood agent, inited Plumb s mother to take then-si -yearold Plumb to a TV commercial audition.
Plumb said she went to the casting-call, did as she was told, and landed the part. Just like that.
Following instructions came second-nature to her, she says. As the last child born to a
musician-turned-talent-scout and a housewife, Plumb s siblings were teenagers when she entered the world, and their parents took Plumb everywhere with them. Immersed in a mostly-adult world, she absorbed the respect and e pectations in ol ed.
he was awkward, therefore, when she started school. Other kids overwhelmed her and teachers were later dismissi e of Plumb’s growing career. Still, she continued to work — “as something I did, not something I wanted.”
She had TV commercials and several minor roles in various television programs under her belt when, at age ten, she was sent on a casting call that she remembers clearly. Do ens of hopeful little actors were separated by age and hair color; when she was called up, she went into a room, presented her authentic self, and she ignored all the decoy toys on display. he was professional. he followed directions.
he got the part, but though the fi e years she spent on The Brady Bunch are arguably the ones she s most widely known for, they don t define E e Plumb.
he s made sure of that
Here s a story of a famous lady one that s full of insider tales, set-the-recordstraight facts, updates, and all the nostalgia you can handle. It’s easy to read and shareable all around. No matter how old your inner child is, in fact, or who you watch The Brady Bunch with now, “Happiness Included” is lovely.
Here, author Eve Plumb (with Marcia ilkie writes about growing up in front of the camera, 1960s-style, and how she eased
herself into post-series life at the ripe old age of fifteen. At a time of wall-to-wall detecti e shows, cable and streaming, and violence on TV, it’s a tale that’s as wholesome as the sitcom in which she starred, full of sweet things about former co-workers, honesty about post-stardom, and gratitude for role models and on-the-job teachers. Despite (or because of the bruises Plumb shares in her lifestory, readers will be totally charmed. ou won t find a lick of scandal inside this book, so rela . There s no salacious secret-telling or tabloid-like tattles here. No, Happiness Included is comfort food for the eyes, and it ticks all the bo es.
Williamsport Sun May 31, 1917
Parade Outstanding Feature of Fitting Memorial Celebration
Compiled by Lou Hunsinger Jr.
From the early morning services at the Soldier’s Monument and burial plot in beautiful Wildwood Cemetery, to the impressive marine memorial service on the Market Street Bridge in the evening, Williamsport’s observance of Memorial Day eclipsed all previous events of the kind. The day was one and the same a fitting tribute to America s heroic dead and an honor to their surviving comrades and a rousing patriotic demonstration such has not been witnessed in decades.
The parade in the afternoon was the most outstanding feature of the day’s activities. It was a pageant of which the city might be proud.
The column was headed by a detail of police and Battery D with its full equipment. The appearance of the military
appearing artillery unit and coupled with the knowledge of the men being called to service within a few short weeks to take part in the great war, sent a thrill through the thousands who lined the streets along the parade route.
The battery was followed by the Repasz Band, which was greeted by the cheers of the spectators. The band was upholding the traditions of past generations of Repas musicians, has offered its services to the government as a military band.
One of the popular divisions of the parade was that composed of the Ufficiali ersagieri odge of the ons of Italy, headed by the excellent Verdi Band.
The ycoming oundry and achine Company Band in neat blue uniforms headed the Sons of Veterans, who according to custom, escorted the men of the Grand Army of the Republic.
Great Activities for Kids Come the Dog Days of Summer
The arrival of summer is a momentous day for children. Summer means school is closed and weeks of rest, recreation and fun in the sun are on the schedule.
Although summer may start off with a bang, it may not be too long before kids are uttering the dreaded, “I’m bored,” leaving parents and caregivers looking for ways to keep children
occupied. Having a list of activities at the ready can help families stay active and engaged during the dog days of summer.
Summertime swimming
Those lucky enough to have a backyard pool have a great source of entertainment right at home. Swimming alone can grow monotonous for kids, so work with friends’ parents to devise a schedule to have the kids alternate
whose house they visit for swimming sessions. Standard games like water volleyball or diving retrieval games can add some fun, but many times kids are happy to splash and float with friends. Stock a cooler with water, juice and healthy snacks so kids can just hop out of the water and grab a refreshment, rather than leaving a water-logged trail into the kitchen.
Those who do not have a pool can consider membership to a township pool, where everyone can mingle with neighbors.
Host a movie night
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The dog days of summer tend to be humid, hot and sometimes uncomfortable. Scheduling activities for later in the day makes the most of weather that has cooled off a bit. Purchase or borrow a projector that hooks up to a computer or tablet, and set up a screen in the yard. Stream a family-friendly movie and prepare ready-made bags of popcorn or cotton candy for the show.
Add water to everything
Favorite backyard games can be enhanced with the use of a little water. For example, instead of tossing bean bags for cornhole, fill up water bal-
loons. Kids who are playing tag or games like capture the flag may have to run through a garden sprinkler to get into their opponent’s territory. Kids can put their engineering skills to use by building an obstacle course of hurdles and the like from tires or pool noodles. Poke holes into one pool noodle and feed a garden hose into the end to create a water hazard. Go on a scavenger hunt
Whether at a beach, park, or even walking the neighborhood, families can have a list of objects that must be found. The first child to find all of the items on the list gets a prize, such as choosing which ice cream shop to visit.
Dance in the rain
Summertime is known for the sudden arrival of storms. When a downpour occurs, have the family head into the garage with the door open to catch the amazing sights of Mother Nature. Take turns briefly running out into the deluge to dance and splash in the rain. Retreat to the indoors when thunder and lightning are close by.
Families have plenty of ways to fill the dog days (and nights) of summer with entertaining games and other activities.
PUBLIC ESTATE AUCTION #654
THURSDAY, MAY 21ST, 2026 AT 5:00 PM
LOCATION: 92 Industrial Park Rd., Muncy, PA (Selling at our Gallery on the Farm, Look for the Windmill)
Collectibles Antiques Household Furnishing Vintage Ronald McDonald Cast Statue(H-80”) 5:00 or there ‘bouts-(Outback): Selection of Misc. Furnishings Misc. Garden tools Box lots of Hand Tools Workshop items MUCH MORE!! 5:45 MAIN HALL: -Antiques Collectibles, Rare Find from Mississippi “Ronald McDonald” Cast Statue- Swirl Blue Enamel wares Selection of Ham CB Radio Equipment MUCH MORE!! 6:30- Furniture: Usual Assortment of Home Furnishings.
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The Roving Sportsman… All Day Hunting Underway
By Jon Pries
Whether you are seeking to fill your second spring gobbler tag or you are still looking to connect with the first bird, now is the time to use some late-season tactics to get the ob done. All day hunting for spring gobblers began on onday, ay 1 (which means you can hunt from one-half hour before sunrise to one-half hour after sunset , and you ha e until the close of season on aturday, ay 30 to seal the deal. Effecti ely, you more than double your opportunities during the last half of the season. sually, the hot times are during the first and last hours of the day, but chances may arise anytime throughout the day. The longer you can stay afield, the greater the possibility of success. If you must limit your time, concentrate on the early and late parts of the day and consider employing these late-season tactics.
Roosting a gobbler:
ters the woods to head to his roost. This is a perfect spot to set up near in the pre-dawn darkness, as a bird will often return to a field or forest opening ia the e act spot where he e ited it the night before.
If you happen to be closer to the bird and in a position to do so, you might consider setting up to intercept him as he lea es the field and is heading to his o ernight roost spot. Calling should be soft and ery limited, and consider merely scratching in the lea es to imitate a feeding turkey and do no calling at all. If the gobbler is interested, he may ery well di ert his path to his roost to check out your soft calls or scratching.
inally, if he roosts near your location, you should be able to hear his wing beats as he aps his way up to the roost. If not, try to a oid making any turkey sounds at all, but instead, use a locator call such as an owl or crow call to make him shock gobble and gi e away his location. ait until well after total darkness to slip away there is a good chance he will spot any mo ement you make.
Limit your calling:
ate afternoon is a great time to locate a gobbler in one of his fa orite feeding areas, be it an area hea y with oak trees or grape ines, an old, already-picked corn field where some residual corn may still be on the ground, or an abandoned field that may ha e a fresh crop of insects in it. If you are watching from afar, note the e act location where the old bird lea es the field and en-
y this time in the season, most gobblers ha e heard it all and ha e heard it many times from one hunter or another. No matter what calls you make, chances are good that someone has already tried to lure him in with whate er you may throw at him. It is time now to limit your calling and to tone it down a bit. oft calls of shorter duration
PUBLIC AUCTION
Saturday, May 23rd, 2026 • 9AM 1 East Park St., Hughesville, PA. 17737 (Lycoming County Fairgrounds 3rd Steet Entrance)
Sunrise Dairy CH Royer Mill Hall, Bald Eagle Dairy Lock Haven, Beckwith Dairy Port Matilda, Kyles Mackeyville, Paul Markle Lock Haven, Mill Hall Milk Products, C J Fortney White Oak Mackeyville, Penn State, Homestead Mill Hall, Dotterer Farms Mill Hall, Maple Dairy Tyrone, Valley Farms Mackeyville, Bubb’s farm Jersey Shore, Fairview Dairy Lock Haven, Allegheny Creamery Jersey Shore, Yearicks Mill Hall, Loundon Kyle Millbrook Mackeyville, Millbrook Mill Hall, Cedar Springs Dairy Mill Hall, O’Connell’s Dairy Williamsport, Lycoming Dairy Williamsport, Pints; Homestead Mill Hall, Mill Hall Milk, Renovo Milk Renovo, WA Pifer Crystal Spring Mill Hall, RK McCloskey Lock Haven, Fred Kyle Mackeyville, Paul Markle Lock Haven, Cedar Spring JA Long Mill Hall, Hamon’s Bellefonte, Pearce St Collage, Bald Eagle Dairy Lock Haven Juice bottle 1/2 Pints & creamers; Mill Hall Milk, Homestead Mill Hall, Charles Kyle lock Haven, Dotterer Farms Mill Hall, RK McCloskey Lock Haven, LM Reese Port Matilda, Johnstonbaugh Mill Hall, WD Matterson Renovo, Reish s Dairy Centre Hall, Fred Kyle Mackeyville, JH Ferree Valley View Mackeyville, Kyles Dairy Mackeyville, Ferree Mackeyville, Hurr’s Williamsport, Lycoming Dairy Williamsport, Valley farms Mill Hall, Yearicks Mill Hall, Loundon Kyle Mill Hall, Renovo Milk Renovo and more Bottles will be cataloged for the auction
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22 Hornet w/scope, Savage M110E 30-06 w/scope, Marlin M 25N 22 LR w/scope, Remington 870 12ga, Stevens M 620 16ga, W Richards Double barrel 12ga (old)
Lots of Misc. Ammo & sporting goods, Black Buck Antelope shoulder mount, Old Ed Sheep shoulder mount, & misc. antlers Tools-Household & ETC; Simplicity Regent garden tractor w/44” mower deck (165hr’s) Simplicity Snowblower, Reese 5th wheel, 1989 Chevy truck tailgate, Predator generator, Grizzly Band Saw, Grizzly Scroll Saw, Craftsman Table saw w/ Router attached, Air Compressor, Craftsman Miter Saw, Floor jack, Drag cords, Lots of hand tools; Craftsman combination wrenches, Sockets & ratchets, Vise Grips, a few Snap-on pieces, and much more, Garden hose reel, 20’ Extension ladder, Aluminum scoop shovels & various garden tools, Lp Grill, Hoosier cabinet (Old) Dough box, Sofa, Steamer trunk, Drop Leaf table, Old trunk, Singer Sewing machine w/cabinet, File Cabinet, electric Refrigerator, GE front load Washer (very good) Maytag Dryer, Wooden Butter Churn, Cradle, Slaw Cutter, Purity Mills salt Shaker, Old Wooden Tool Chest, Slate for craft painting, wood burner, Pencil colors, & more embroidery & craft making stuff, Painted Milk can & other paintings & Carvings by Don Peters, Lots Of Glassware; Depression glass, Candy dishes, Fruit bowels, Dinnerware, Cup’s & Saucers, glasses, Sherberts, and much more, to much to list, Misc. items, Christmas & Easter décor, wood signs, Roller skates, and oh so much more, NOTE; The Peter’s are downsizing and moving and are selling there life collection, There will be lots more items not listed, everything has
5pm - Household, Collectibles, vintage furniture, Kitchenware, good collection of tools including a shop press, cutting torches and more, We Hope To See You There For full listing and Pictures go to auctionzip.com ID# 45518, or check us out on facebook at Levi Spring Auctioneering (570) 560-9543 * Watch for upcoming ads fore more listing and details
9-? . Great items including Scripted Rohr Mchenry Jug, Flock’s Brewery items including a crate and a thermometer, several Mchenry block lettering jugs, Rohr Mchenry large wooden barrel, Bosak whiskey jugs (Scranton), Casey Bros stoneware (Scranton),BREWIANA,vintage coffee grinder, 2 vintage ice chests, several antiques and household, Milk bottles, wooden advertising crates, David Armstrong Spring Turning poster, collectibles, and much more this is one of several auctions from this estate. ese are very well kept furnishings, for pictures and listing go to auctionzip.com ID#45518, keep checking back as we update photos. We Hope To See You ere!!!!
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are in order, and scratching in the leaves with or without additional calling may be your best bet. Using a stick, make three strokes through the leaves in a sequence of scratch, scratch (short pause) scratch. If you add any turkey calls at all, make them soft and of short duration, either a soft purr, soft cluck, or two, or a soft yelp. Then repeat the scratching of the leaves. Be prepared to sit still for half an hour after the scratching and calling. Remember, if there is any hunting pressure at all in the area you hunt, the gobblers will be very cautious in their approach to check out any calling, and more than likely will come in silently.
As the season progresses, the turkeys will be more apt to be active throughout the day. If temperatures become too warm, they may
loaf a bit and will hang out in shaded areas until the temperatures cool down. Focus your time on the early or late hours of the hunting period, but stay with it if possible throughout the day – you just never know when an old Tom will become interested and respond to your calls.
Although Sunday hunting in Pennsylvania is now open during some seasons, there is NO Sunday hunting this season for spring gobblers. You must report your harvest within 10 days online at huntfish.pa.go , by phone at 1-800-838-4431, or by mailing in a harvest card. Hunters who purchased a second spring gobbler license have a mandatory reporting requirement regardless of whether they harvest a bird with this special license.
Tthis year.
he title of this piece, “Juveniles are on Their Way,” is not about young kids on their way somewhere; rather, it refers to the fact that spring is here and now is the time to watch for a variety of new juvenile wildlife.
In Pennsylvania, fawn deer are usually born starting in mid-May and into early June, but some are born even later. Over the next few weeks, I expect to hear other people talking about spotting their first fawn of the year.
As I mentioned in last week’s article, one of the guys at our morning coffee session mentioned that when he looked out into his backyard, he saw a mature red fox and several kits. Apparently, the fox had burrowed under his shed outback, and that is now the temporary home for the fox family. My guess is my buddy will be seeing foxes in his backyard for a while.
Speaking of seeing new wildlife, some friends and I were just recently talking about whether anyone had spotted any fawn deer yet.
What’s interesting is that following that conversation on my way back home, I looked off into a field and there stood a doe, and standing behind her was a fawn-my first fawn sighting
Another wildlife juvenile I am expecting to spot almost anytime now is wild turkey poults. I have been seeing turkeys quite frequently in my daily travels, and what’s interesting is that a hen has been showing up regularly on one of my cameras. I’m guessing she may have a nest nearby. Young poults are born in late May through mid-June. What I found interesting is that a hen lays an egg nearly every day until her nest contains 8-15 eggs, but she won’t begin incubating constantly until after all the eggs are laid. Incubation takes approximately 28 days. Of course, those young poults are easy game for predators, and the main defense for poults is to hide when they hear the mother hen’s warning call. They re-
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main motionless until the mother hen sounds the all-clear.
omething I e ne er seen but I find interesting is that a mother hen may feign an injury to lure any intruders away from her young.
Some other youngsters that will certainly get our attention if they show up are cub black bears. The cubs are actually born in early January while still in their dens. Cubs don’t leave the den until they are about three months old.
Needless to say, if you do spot some cubs, keep your distance, since mom will do whatever it takes to protect
those youngsters.
Needless to say, there’s a whole lot more wildlife youngsters that will be showing up, including “kits” or bunnies, baby raccoons, opossums, woodchucks, and to everybody’s excitement, maybe even baby skunks. Unfortunately, some of these young wildlife sightings will likely be found splattered along a highway, especially fawns.
Well, keep your eyes open for all the new wildlife that will be showing up, and I should mention too that the snake will be coming out of their dens as well-that will excite a lot of folks.
It was not the way they had hoped their softball season would end. Two walks, a misplayed infield y rule, leading to a seeingeye outfield single plating two si th-inning tying runs, as the game momentum switched and carried isiting ucktail to an eight-inning - win o er outh Williamsport on the Mounties enior day.
It was not so much the loss, but its finality that brought forth a few tears and hugs and saw the uniformed players and their parents hanging around the field well after the game had concluded. or outh illiamsport s four seniors and their teammates, the memories were e erywhere.
As Alyssa arnes, ikaiya Hills, Emma c aughlin, and addie Pinkerton sa ored the moment, their can as pictures attached to the backstop fence stared down on them. Their numbers 15, , , and 1 painted on the playing surface at their respecti e positions were still isible after eight innings of play. Tables behind the dugout were filled with pictures and mementos of their softball playing days, some dating back to first grade. Their mothers, wearing white sweatshirts proclaiming enior oftball
oms with their daughter s number, reminisced and talked with well-wishers. nderclass teammates, cell phones in hand, read personal messages to their departing teammates. lowly, the sadness of the game s loss was replaced by smiling faces as the players sat in a circle, as they would around a campfire, en oying refreshments and telling stories.
E ery school has enior Day, and ceremonies similar to those abo e are part of the transformation of high school athletes. Graduations will soon take place as sports uniforms are replaced with caps and gowns, to be followed by the reality of the awaiting real world.
After four consecuti e district championships and two appearances in the PIAA state championship game, outh illiamsport will watch from the sidelines as a be y of local talented softball teams will continue down the playoff path. Good softball teams ha e become a ycoming County staple. This year is no e ception, as illiamsport, oyalsock, ontours ille, ersey hore, Hughes ille, and ontgomery all ha e playoff aspirations, and we wish them all well.
ut for me, this was personal. I ha e
enjoyed the opportunity to be associated with these departing seniors since they began their scholastic careers. I have seen them grow and develop. I’ve shared with them the good times and the bad, and as I watched them enjoying each other’s company as softball players for the last time, the emotions everyone else was experiencing gave me a personal calling. They will all be missed, but I welcome the opportunity to pencil in their names one final time on the lineup card of this column.
In left field, number 15, Alyssa Barnes: an outfielder with a gift for making sensational catches and a smile that will light up any room. She was active in a
variety of school activities and reigned as both the prom princess and the South Williamsport Mummers Parade Queen. She will be attending Lincoln University in the fall to play volleyball and major in Performing Arts. Her advice to teammates: “Always believes in yourself and live up to your own standard, not others.”
At shortstop, number 2, Mikaiya Hills: an all-state centerfielder as a sophomore, who volunteered to move to shortstop this season to fill a oid in the lineup. The mo e did not affect her hitting as she led the team with a .555 average, while joining the 100-hit club with 114 career base hits. She will be attending Coastal
Carolina University to study biology, with the goal of becoming a doctor. Her advice to teammates: “Cherish every moment, it goes uickly.
At 2nd base, number 6, Emma McLaughlin: a team player who also played third base and volunteered to pitch when injuries occurred. A member of the National Honor Society and a gifted tennis player, she will attend Penn College to play tennis and major in biomedical sciences on a pre-med track. She made a diving catch to save two runs in last year s state uarter-final game. Her advice to teammates: “Practice and work hard in the off-season to get the starting spot you deserve.”
In centerfield, number 1, Maddie Pinkerton: a four-year starting outfielder who plays the game with passion and emotion. ike c aughlin, she volunteered to pitch and sustained an injury requiring dental surgery after being hit in the facemask with a line drive. Her toughness endured, and she didn’t miss a game. A National Society member, she will be attending ock Haven University to major in Early Childhood Education and continue her softball career. Her advice to teammates: Play e ery game like it s your last and have fun while doing it.”
Thank you all for what we e experienced together.
Ihad the chance to see some action. I will try to get to at least one game each spring. The Backyard Brawl provides the opportunity. I can watch all of my friends. I have tons of relationships with all four teams. Jensen played with many of these kids growing up. I am cool with a lot of the parents. I know all of the coaches. I used to be in the loop with all of the fans. The media and umpires are friends.
I planned to head up on Friday. The skies were threatening. I went fishing
instead. I made the right call. The baseball at Millionaire Mountain was on and off due to the rain. oth semifinals were terrific games. E tra innings filled with delays. ome said they finally finished at 1 a.m. They usually play the finals at owman. Good luck now that has entered the mi . ack to the ountain on aturday. y backyard.
It took quite a while to get out of the parking lot. I helped Grandma athy with her chair. I was greeted by several
fans. any folks I haen t seen in the esh. outh ide ust nipped oyalsock. I was giing free fist and chest bumps on the tarmac. It felt good to see so many chums. ome that I coached or grew up with. I helped a few with their kitchens. It was great.
I arri ed at illionaire ountain during warmups. ontoursville and Williamsport were in the Championship. There was a buzz in the
air. I got mobbed when I entered the area behind home plate. I entertained lots of uestions. rom fishing to golf. I ga e a hug to Coach Casey aller. ared ehman and I also embraced. Gus is the man. Fifteen minutes and plenty of handshakes later. I was running late. I should have counted the interactions. It was wild. y goal was to find my boss, who sits on the hill in deep center. But folks kept getting in the way. The entire arrior staff made fun of my outfit. It s cool, guys. y wife wears the pants. I even got a tip of the cap from the Moose. That made my day.
Junior was locked in. I hugged his
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lovely bride and said hello to the many others behind the fence. It was already the second inning. I was done with my campaign. Thankfully, I ran into Kyle and Mike. They allowed me to hang. Awesome setting. Fantastic environment. Great baseball. I had fun. Dude? Williamsport captured its third straight Backyard Brawl crown by defeating Montoursville 5-2 in an outstanding game. South Williamsport took third after a 4-3 thriller over Loyalsock. The Millionaires are on a roll. They are currently 18-1 heading into the postseason. They have battled through injuries and are still winning games. My guy Tre Damschroder was brilliant on the mound and at the plate. The Junior Lefty pitched 5 2/3 solid innings and went 3 for 4 with 2 RBIs. Senior Ethan Chilson picked up the save. First baseman Camron Spangler had an incredible over-the-shoulder catch.
“Winning 3 straight is awesome,” Damschroder shared. “It gives us some momentum as we head to the playoffs. A lot of guys stepped up. Especially the guys with nagging injuries. They were able to fight back, get into the lineup, and make an immediate impact on both games. We hope to get healthy. Continue to play solid. Our goal is to win a District title and make a run.”
Williamsport overcame some obsta-
cles. They fought off a pesky outh ide squad late Friday. Rallying late to win 9-7 in 8 innings. Then they received a good test from Montoursville. These two wins pushed the Millionaires. But they wouldn’t relinquish the crown.
“The Brawl atmosphere was incredible,” Senior Camron Spangler explained. “It was a fun weekend with lots of closely contested games. We need these to get ready. Many of the guys stepped up. We have had so many injuries with our pitchers. Others have gotten their opportunities. And they have come through.”
Special shout-out to everyone who made my trip to Millionaire Mountain fun. I always enjoy saying hello. Props to all four teams. They gave it their all. They played some great baseball. Best wishes in the postseason. No. I wasn’t campaigning. I was just saying hello to my friends. Cheers.
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4. The back of a person’s neck
8. Mild yellow Dutch cheese
10. In a less ashy way
11. Living room piece
12. Shepherd dog
13. A citizen of Iran
15. Moved slowly
1 . mall finch
17. Previously
18. What a kid does on Halloween
21. Monetary unit
22. Using dry humor
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25. Not close
26. NHL legend Bobby
27. A ballplayer would love to do this
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36. Loomed over
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38. Avoids capture
39. We all need it
40. Openwork fabrics
41. Get away
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5. WW2 combatants
6. A tool
7. Looked at
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17. When you anticipate getting somewhere
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20. Breed of sheep
23. Mocking pieces
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DUMP TRAILER/JUNK
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IS YOUR OUTDOORS
LOSING ITS EYE APPEAL?
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HEALTHCARE CLEANING
NEED A CLEAN HOUSE?
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FINANCIAL
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TV / INTERNET
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LAWN CARE
APARTMENTS
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2 BEDROOM First Floor Apartment. No Pets, No Utilities. $600/Month, Yard, Porch, Stove, Refrigerator. 570-7774901. 199304
2 BEDROOM LUXURY APARTMENTS
Downtown Williamsport.
Fully Furnished. All Utilities, Wi-Fi And Parking Included. Private Rooftop Patio Deck. All Linens And Kitchen Accessories Included. Flexible Leases. No Pets, No Smoking. $1,600/Month. 570-916-3309. 199371
COMMERCIAL UNIT
7,000 SQ. FT. STORE FRONT COMMERCIAL
At 4th And Diamond Street, Newberry. 2 Bathrooms, $2,500.00 Monthly. Gas Heat, Very Reasonable Utilities, Air Conditioned, Parking. 570916-3309. 199372
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TRACTORS
BURKHOLDER’S REPAIR, Sales Of Farm Tractors, Repair, Restore, Paint, Etc. Turbotville, PA. 814-720-8845. 199369
VEHICLES WANTED
GET A BREAK ON YOUR TAXES! Donate your car, truck, or SUV to assist blind and visually impaired. Arrange a swift, no-cost vehicle pickup and secure a generous tax credit for 2025. Call Heritage for the Blind Today at 1-844-320-2804 today! M11
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