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EVENTS, PROGRAMS, HAPPENINGS, SEMINARS:
October 27 SPAGHETTI DINNER, Wednesday, October 27, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Binghamton Elks Lodge, Kirkwood. All are welcome. October 28 PIZZA NIGHT, Thursday, October 28, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Binghamton Elks Lodge, Kirkwood. All are welcome. CHICKEN & BISCUIT DINNER, Thursday, October 28, beginning at 4:30 p.m. at the Springville United Methodist Church. Takeouts available. All are welcome. FRENCH AZILUM annual dinner meeting, Thursday, October 28, at the Williamston Inn, Towanda. For info or reservations call 247-7091. HALLOWEEN PARADE, Thursday, October 28, in Montrose. Lineup 5:30 at Andre’s Agway, 6 p.m. start, ending at the United Firemen’s Hall. Sponsored by the Montrose Area Kiwanis. All are welcome. FULL MOON LABYRINTH WALK, Thursday, October 28, 7 p.m. at the Self-Discovery Wellness Arts Center, Montrose. For info call 278–9256. October 29 DINNER & SALAD BAR, Friday, October 29, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Binghamton Elks Lodge, Kirkwood. All are welcome. HALLOWEEN PARTY, Friday, October 29, 9:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. at the American Legion, Susquehanna. Karaoke, prizes, food. October 29 & 30 HAUNTED WOODS, Friday, October 29 and Saturday, October 30, beginning at 7:30 p.m., Rte. 547, Jackson Twp., 1.7 mi. South of Steinbach Corners. Scary forest walk, hay ride, stories, more. Free. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For info call 756–3792. HAUNTED HOLLOW, Friday, October 29 and Saturday, October 30, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Soldiers’ Orphan School, Harford. Admission. Sponsored by the Harford Historical Society. All are welcome. October 30 BLUE RIDGE CLASS OF 1994 Reunion, Saturday, October 30. For info call 465–9366. HALLOWEEN Wine & Cheese Party, Saturday, October 30, beginning at 7 p.m. at the Binghamton Elks Lodge, Kirkwood. All are welcome, bring a bottle of wine to share. PARADE OF LIGHTS, Saturday, October 30 in New Milford. Costume contest 5 p.m., parade 7 p.m., hay rides, haunted house refreshments. All are welcome. HALLOWEEN DANCE, Saturday, October 30, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the Foxton Lake Clubhouse. Music by "Just Us." Prizes for costumes. Refreshments, BYOB. All are welcome. ROAST BEEF SUPPER, Saturday, October 30, 5:00 p.m. at the Thompson United Methodist Church. All are welcome. ROAST BEEF SUPPER, Saturday, October 30, 5:00 p.m. at the Thompson United Methodist Church. All are welcome. October 31 TRICK OR TREAT time in Susquehanna Boro will be on Sunday, October 31, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. TRICK OR TREAT time in Thompson Boro will be on Sunday, October 31, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. TRICK OR TREAT time in Montrose Boro will be on Sunday, October 31, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. TRICK OR TREAT Safety Stop, Sunday, October 31 at the First Baptist Church, New Milford. Free refreshments and glow stick for all children in costume. CHILDREN’S HALLOWEEN PARADE, Sunday, October 31, 3:00 p.m. in Susquehanna. Lineup at the Veterans Service Board in the Shops Plaza. Sponsored by the Lions Club and American Legion Post 86. November 3 LIGHTHOUSE OUTREACH meal, Wednesday, November 3, 4:00 to 5:30 at the Lanesboro Community Church. All are welcome. November 4 COMMUNITY FORUM on new library location, hosted by the trustees of the Susquehanna County Historical Society & Free Library Association, Thursday, November 4, 7 p.m. at the Community Foundation Building, 36 Lake Ave., Montrose. All are welcome. November 6 HARVEST TURKEY SUPPER, Saturday, November 6, 4:30 p.m. at the Brooklyn United Methodist Church. Takeouts available. Proceeds to benefit the building fund. All are welcome. TURKEY DINNER & BAZAAR, Saturday, November 6 at the United Methodist Church, Nicholson. Bazaar opens at 9:30. Takeouts begin at 3:30. Dining Room service begins at 4:00. All are welcome. CHRISTMAS BAZAAR, Saturday, November 6, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Elk Lake School, Dimock. Vendors, refreshments, quilt display. Sponsored by the Springville Area Women’s Club. All are welcome. COUNTRY STYLE pancake and sausage breakfast, Saturday, November 6, 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the East Ararat United Methodist Church. All are welcome. November 7 PANCAKE BREAKFAST, Sunday, November 7, 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Hallstead–Great Bend Rod & Gun Club, Dubois St., Hallstead. Trap shoot, Lucky X shoot for turkeys after breakfast. All are welcome. HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR, Sunday, November 7, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Carbondale Area High School. Admission. All are welcome. CONCERT, Sunday, November 7, 7:00 p.m. at the Waverly Community House. John Coates, Jr. and the Eric Doney Trio will perform. For info or tickets call 586–8191. November 10 COOKING FOR CROWDS Safety Program, Wednesday, November 10, 12:20 to 4:00 p.m. at the Tunkhannock Public Library. For info or to register, call 836–3196. WILDLIFE FOOD PLOTS Program, Wednesday, November 10, 7:00 p.m. at the Tunkhannock Public Library. For info or to register call 836–3196.
Monday, November 1: sliced turkey with gravy, French style green beans, sweet potatoes, cranberry sauce, wheat bread, graham crackers with peanut butter, fruit cocktail. Tuesday, November 2: vegetable lasagna, three-bean salad, cooked peas, orange juice, rye bread, fresh apple. Wednesday, November 3: Italian marinated chicken, long grain brown rice, Brussels sprouts, wheat bread, peaches. Thursday, November 4: spaghetti and meatballs, tossed salad, seeded Italian bread, lemon meringue pie/diet vanilla pudding. Friday, November 5: stuffed peppers with sauce, mashed potatoes, mixed vegetables, dinner roll, graham cracker with peanut butter, medium fresh orange.
Building Codes For Municipalities Workshop Two workshops will be held to address state legislation that enforces a modern, uniform construction code. The first will take place on Thursday, October 28 from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at Penn College of Technology, Route 6, Wellsboro, PA. The second workshop will be held on Wednesday, November 10, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the Susquehanna County Office Building, 31 Public Avenue, in Montrose, PA. This legislation, called the Legislative Act 45, encourages municipalities to enforce local building codes. Presenters include Mitch Hoffman and Harry Krot from the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development. They will provide an update regarding the rules and regulations for building code enforcement and will review funding for the program. There is no registration fee for individuals or organizations located in Bradford, Sullivan, Susquehanna, Tioga or Wyoming Counties. The registration deadline for the October 28 workshop in Wellsboro is October 26 and November 8 for the November 10 workshop in Montrose. To register and for more information, please call the Northern Tier Regional Planning and Development Commission toll free at 888-868-8800.
League To Sponsor Candidates Forum The public is invited to a candidates forum sponsored by The League of Women Voters of Susquehanna County with candidates running for office to represent Susquehanna County in The Pennsylvania General Assembly for the 23rd Senatorial District which includes the 110th, 111th, and 114th Legislative Districts. The forum will take place Wednesday, October 27, 7:30 p.m. at the New Milford Borough Building, 175 Main St., New Milford.
Caregivers Invited To Special Event A pie and ice cream social honoring caregivers will be held on November 6 at the Montrose Senior Community Center, from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. in recognition of November as Family Caregivers Month. This free event sponsored by the B/S/S/T Area Agency on Aging is open to all caregivers. The Windwood Hill Dance Academy will provide entertainment and a brief presentation on Resources for Caregivers will be offered. All caregivers will receive a free gift and a resource kit. Caregivers are asked to make reservations for this special event by calling the Area Agency on Aging at 1-800-982-4346 by November 4.
Good News Lunch For Senior Citizens On Saturday, September 18, the Good News Lunch, sponsored by the churches of New Milford, will host a free luncheon for senior citizens and their friends at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, Main St., beginning at Noon. The host for the hot luncheon will be St. John’s R. C. Church. "We look forward to greeting our guests and treating them with a meal of chicken and biscuits," reports Lorraine James, who is coordinating the event. "The number of guests has grown over the summer," she added, "and we look forward to welcoming them to this hot lunch as we enter our second year of serving our senior citizens." The Good News Lunch is a joint, community-wide undertaking of the First Baptist Church, St. John’s R. C. Church, St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, and the United Methodist Church. St. Mark’s Church will host the Good News Lunch for October on Saturday, October 16. The annual Thanksgiving Dinner is scheduled for Sunday, November 21.
The Susquehanna County Recycling Center will hold an open house on Monday, November 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to celebrate America Recycles Day. America Recycles Day (ARD) is a national all-volunteer, non-profit organization that sponsors this annual campaign with the goal of educating and encouraging Americans to recycle and buy recycled products. Since its inception eight years ago, the ARD campaign has grown substantially in participation and now encourages recycling activities throughout the U.S. and several territories. Last year, residents in every state of the nation participated in America Recycles Day and pledged to recycle. The staff at the Susquehanna County Recycling Center will be conducting tours, providing refreshments and handouts during their America Recycles Day on November 15. Learn about the new waste oil collection facility located at the recycling center. The Susquehanna County Recycling Center is located at 5 Ellsworth Drive, Montrose. Phone: (570) 278-3589.
Good News Lunch For Senior Citizens On Saturday, October 16, the second year of free lunches for area senior citizens and their friends will be held at St. Mark’s Parish Hall in New Milford beginning at 12 Noon. A hot meal of ham and noodle casserole, mixed salad with mandarin oranges and poppy seed dressing, and apple cake highlight the menu. St. Mark’s Episcopal Church will host the luncheon. A team from Barnes Kasson Hospital will be available to the seniors for free health screening. The Good News Lunch is a joint, community-wide undertaking of the First Baptist Church, St. John’s R. C. Church, St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, and the United Methodist Church. The annual Thanksgiving Dinner is scheduled for Sunday, November 21, 5:30 p.m., at St. Mark’s Parish Hall. A special holiday luncheon is planned for Saturday, December 18. Joan Flint of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church and Joan Kerr of St. John’s R. C. Church have been elected as co-chairs of the Good News Lunch Coordinating Committee.
New Milford Churches Sponsor Bake Sale To Benefit Women’s Resource Center The churches of New Milford have joined in sponsoring an Election Day bake sale on Tuesday, November 2, to benefit the Women’s Resource Center. Baked goods will be available at both the New Milford Boro and Township polling places. Participating in the community-wide undertaking are the First Baptist Church, St. John’s R. C. Church, St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, and the United Methodist Church. Members of each congregation will be baking local favorites, which will be available at the polling places. The Good New Lunch Coordinating Committee is organizing the bake sale. "We want to support the county-wide programs of the Women’s Resource Center," said Joan Kerr, co-chair of the Good News Lunch Committee. "The Center provides an important service to our communities and we are pleased to assist them in their outreach."
Monthly Meeting Of Caregiver Friends The Montrose Area Chapter of Caregiver Friends, a support group for caregivers and family members of long term care facility residents, will resume monthly meetings on Wednesday, October 27 from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. at the Montrose Theater on Public Avenue in Montrose. The group is co-sponsored by the B/S/S/T Area Agency on Aging and the Greater Pennsylvania Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. Participants may bring a brown bag lunch to enjoy. There are no fees associated with the group. Caregiver Friends offers caregivers and family members of long term care facility residents an opportunity to share experiences, feelings, and concerns in a safe, confidential setting. Caregivers caring for loved ones who suffer with any type of medical condition are invited to join the group. Resource materials about a variety of topics related to caregiving are available and educational programs are featured on topics of interest to participants of the group. Co-facilitators of the group are Bob Bachisin of the Law Office of Leslie Wizelman, Elder Law Attorney, and Joyce McClary of the B/S/S/T Area Agency on Aging. Mr. Bachisin is a retired teacher and has extensive experience with support groups. Ms. McClary has over 20 years experience working within the Aging Network Social Work field. For more information, contact the B/S/S/T Area Agency on Aging at 1-800-982-4346.
Haunted
Woods Are Halloween "Treat" Did you know that the woods of Jackson Township were haunted? Well, now they are, thanks to a group of volunteers led by resident Nancy Dennis. Nancy and her friends are getting into the Halloween spirit this year by staging the first annual Haunted Woods of Jackson Township, a surprisingly-scary extravaganza. The haunted woods walk and hay ride are NOT for the faint of heart. (In fact, children under 12 will not be allowed to participate in those attractions unless accompanied by an adult.) Highlights of fright will include a haunted pond, a headless horseman, a terrifying tree house, and eerie skits by a theatrically-talented crew. For the little ghouls, a hay maze and storytelling will be offered. Staging this outdoor, thematic happening is something that Dennis has long dreamed of. "The older kids need something to do around here," she says. "I'm doing this for the community." Though the Haunted Woods project is new this Halloween, Dennis has for many years contributed to entertaining the community through her participation in theater. She has usually done so in the behind-the-scene roles of stage manager, costume designer, and prop specialist but playgoers saw her in the spotlight recently as the Fairy Godmother in Endless Mountains Theatre Company's Cinderella. The Haunted Woods of Jackson Township will open to the public at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 29 and Oct. 30. Admission is free (donations accepted). Last hay ride begins at 10:00 p.m. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Call (570) 756-3792 if you need directions or more info.
A two-mile walk/run for individuals and their dogs will take place on Sunday, October 31, at Otsiningo Park in Binghamton beginning at 11 a.m. The fundraising walk will benefit the Animal Care Council of Endicott and the Pets Are Wonderful Support program (PAWS) at the Southern Tier AIDS (STAP). The PAWS program helps men, women and children living with HIV/AIDS maintain the health and well-being of their pet companions. The event will feature canine contests for Best Doggie Trick, Most Look-Alike Pair, and Best Doggy Halloween Costume. There will be prizes and refreshments for everyone, including special treats for all participating dogs. Individuals and their dog(s) can register for the event and receive a sponsor pledge entry form by calling Tom Garruto at (607) 798–1706.
Prevention Of Child Abuse Conference The third annual Educational Conference sponsored by The Susquehanna County Coalition for The Prevention Of Child Abuse will be held on Thursday, November 4 at the Montrose Bible Conference in Montrose. Keynote speakers will discuss in detail "Children’s Rights and the Law." Various workshops throughout the afternoon will offer information on: the effects of domestic violence on children; adolescent mental health issues; drug and alcohol abuses and their effects; childhood lead poisoning prevention; teen pregnancy prevention; public health preparedness; mandated immunization for children and adolescents. This conference is offered without cost to participants and continuing educational units are also offered for a small fee. For more information or to register contact Charmarie Bisel at (570) 278–3889 or Marie Gulbin at (570) 679–2697.
Community Forum On New Library Site The Susquehanna County Historical Society & Free Library Association Board of Trustees is holding a Community Forum on Thursday, November 4th, at 7 p.m., at the Community Foundation building (36 Lake Ave, Montrose). The Board is inviting everyone in the community to help shape the future of the Library and Historical Society, which are both facing serious overcrowding problems. Over the past several years, committees have been meeting to envision possibilities for the future. The Board has been considering a number of options and would like the reactions and input of the community. New ideas are also eagerly sought. Please attend this Forum and share your thoughts for the future of the Historical Society and the Library.
The Susquehanna County Literacy Program would like to announce that Monday, November 1, 2004, is National Family Literacy Day. They will be having a book give-away for children of all ages at The Family Community Center (Joines Building), New Milford, from 9:00 to 3:00. Bring your child in for a free book and a Literacy Activity Calendar for the month of November. The calendar offers fun ideas for parents and children to do throughout the month. Activities throughout the day will include story hours for the children, word games for the adults, and a poem contest for the whole family. There will be a prize for the top two poems that are brought in by a family. The title of the poem should be "Books Are Fun Because..." Stop in to see Sarah, Cindy, Vicky and Lavonne and see why they think "Reading is Fun!" For more information call 465-2880.
Dairy
Extension Kick-Off Barn Meeting Dairy farmers and related ag business in Susquehanna County and surrounding areas are invited to attend a Dairy Extension Kick-Off program. This year’s program will "kick-off" at 11:00 am, November 4, at the farm of Mark Tompkins and family, Montrose, PA. Included in the activities: educational breakout sessions on tunnel ventilation, crop insurance, and estate planning issues by Penn State Cooperative Extension employees; barn tour; pizza and refreshments tailgate party; "Corn Silage to Milk, Making the Most of it" program. Keynote speaker for the day’s activities will be Dr. Mark Armfelt, veterinarian and consultant for Monsanto Inc. whose discussion will be "Corn Silage to Milk, Making the Most of it". Dr. Armfelt has been involved in past educational events with dairy extension teams across the country. You won’t want to miss Dr. Armfelt and his take home message. This year’s program begins at 11:00 am with breakout sessions, followed by pizza and refreshments. There is no cost for the day’s activities. So that we can plan for the number that will be attending however, please call with reservations and number that will be attending to either the Susquehanna County Cooperative Extension Office at 278-1158 or Owen Bewley at 756-3418 by Friday, October 29.
The 38th Annual Farm City Feast will be held at 7:30 p.m., November 20 at the Mountain View High School. Farm City Feast was established to continue the important connection between farm people and city people to create bonds of friendship and get a first hand look at each others’ way of life. The Pennsylvania Farm-City Program was created in 1955 to bridge the communication gaps between our rural and urban neighbors. Without farms, cities would have no food. Without cities, farmers would have no markets and processing facilities for their products. The link between our farms and urban dwellers is vital to economic opportunity and progress throughout the state. The program not only includes a delicious meal but special awards, door prizes, and fabulous entertainment. This year’s entertainment features Don and Gail James. Don and Gail live in Meshoppen and have a love for music, photography and travel. They enjoy photographing the natural wonders of God’s creation and present programs of slides and music. They especially search out and enjoy photographing. You will enjoy listening to Don sing hymns and patriotic songs as he projects the slides they have taken – you will also enjoy joining in on any of the songs that you know. If you require special needs or would like to purchase tickets to this fun-filled event, call the Penn State Cooperative Extension Office at 278-1158.
Montrose Sets Trick Or Treat Curfew This year’s Trick or Treating time in Montrose is set for 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sunday, October 31, 2004. There will be NO Trick or Treating on Thursday, October 28 after the Kiwanis Halloween Parade. Parents are urged to use light colored or reflective materials when designing costumes and to use flashlights when moving about the town. Please respect the property of others and only Halloween at those houses that are known or have the front lights on. The curfew will be enforced by the State and Local Police and Fire Police will be on hand to assist those needing it.
Scholarship Fund-Raiser At Great Bend VFW SUSQUEHANNA COUNTY – Turning a tragic loss into something meaningful is not easy to do. It’s no surprise though that someone who touched so many would inspire those remaining after his death to do just that – something meaningful for others. On September 1, 2003 sixteen-year-old Mathew James White lost his life from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Now his friends and family are building a scholarship fund at the Community Foundation of Susquehanna County to honor his memory, and they’re having a fund-raiser to help do so. The Mathew James White Scholarship Fund will benefit deserving high school graduates every year in perpetuity. The fundraising event will be held from 12 to 5 p.m. on October 30 at the VFW on route 11 in Great Bend. There will be entertainment, food and drinks, a costume contest, raffles, and door prizes. Tickets are available at the door or by calling 278-1880. Donations can be sent to the "Mathew James White Scholarship", 36 Lake Avenue, Montrose, PA 18801. Mathew had many hopes and dreams during his short life. He was a caring, supportive, and loving son, big brother, and friend. He loved to listen to music, work and play on his computer, and spend time hanging out with all his friends. He had a wonderful sense of humor and could make anyone laugh. Mathew was a college prep student with plans of furthering his education, and like many sixteen year olds, was anxious to learn what the future would bring. All of this suddenly ended with his untimely death. "Developing this fund has helped me and my children in healing the hurt by allowing us to help make the dreams of others come true in honor of my son," said Tammy White. She went on to ask; "Won’t you please consider helping us by supporting this scholarship fund in his honor?"
See As A Child Feel As A Child Do you ever wonder why a child acts the way he does? Do you question why toddlers bite, and kids have meltdowns or act like superheroes? If so, then plan on attending Penn State Cooperative Extension’s "See As A Child, Feel As A Child" training on Tuesday, November 16 from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. at the County Office Building, 31 Public Ave., Montrose. The workshop will help adults gain a better understanding of where the child is coming from and how to deal with the behavior. Although the workshop is geared toward child care providers, interested parents and others are welcomed to attend. For more information or to register for the program, contact Penn State Cooperative Extension at 278-1158.
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