John and Vicki Drake of New Milford, Pennsylvania announce the engagement of their daughter Katie to Michael Mullen of Boyds, Maryland, son of Reed and Jill Mullen of Great Bend, PA.
Michael Mullen and Katie Drake
The bride-to-be graduated from Blue Ridge High School in 2011, Empire Beauty School, Moosic, PA, in 2012, and is employed by Paradise Styles in New Milford.
The groom-to-be graduated from Central Baptist Christian Academy, Binghamton, NY, in 2006 and received a BS degree in accounting from Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA, in 2010. He is a CPA working for the Department of Defense as an auditor.
A November 10, 2012 wedding is planned.
Fourth graders throughout Susquehanna County can learn about the environment first-hand at Salt Springs Park without cost to school districts or the children, the Friends of Salt Springs Park announced.
Thanks to grants from the PA Department of Environmental Protection, the Susquehanna County Conservation District and Talisman Energy USA, the Friends are offering its Earth, Ecology, and the Environment (E3) to school districts in the 2012-2013 school year. The Friends will reimburse districts to bus children to the park in Franklin Forks and pay qualified instructors to visit classrooms twice before providing a day's educational experience at the park.
Pictured is Charlotte Remakus, E3 Watershed Instructor, involving Choconut fourth graders in hands-on watershed activity. Adults, left to right, are Kim Fruehan, a parent chaperone, and Ms. Remakus.
"At a time when the state and local school districts are forced to cut spending, we're pleased we can foster understanding of the great outdoors among our children," said Stephen Spero, President.
The E3 program provides two sessions of in classroom training about energy in our food chains and resources and cycles in nature. Students will then spend a day at the park digging in the soil, examining aquatic life, and learning about forests and watersheds. The program is designed to help schools meet state science requirements.
“It’s great to see students learning, asking questions and being involved in the discussion of the environment,” said Concetta Schirra, the Friends’ environmental education coordinator. “When they come out to the park you can really see them come alive with enthusiasm as they discover the things they learned about in the classroom.”
The Friends are asking any fourth grade teacher in Susquehanna County who wants to take advantage of this offer to contact Schirra at 570-967-7275.
Hello! My name is Callie Curley, and I am the 2012-2013 Susquehanna County Dairy Princess here to remind you that June is Dairy Month; the perfect time to enjoy low fat dairy snacks such as milk, cheese, and yogurt.
Callie Curley, 2012-2013 Susq. Co. Dairy Princess
The month of June was first dedicated as “National Milk Month” in the United States by chain grocery stores in 1937 as a way to increase milk sales as dairy cows went out to pasture in the early summer. Now, 75 years later, the tradition continues to thrive under a new name: June is Dairy Month. Although it has evolved over the years, the June is Dairy Month campaign continues to serve communities both rural and urban as a celebration between farmers and the public. And Pennsylvania certainly has things to be celebrating for.
The home to 560,000 dairy cows and 9,000 dairy farms, Pennsylvania is the 4th highest dairy producing state in the US, following closely behind California, Wisconsin, and New York. The dairy industry accounts for 40% of Pennsylvania revenue, and produces an average of 10.3 billion pounds of milk annually. The dairy industry supports 40,000 jobs, including, but not limited to dairy farmers, nutritionists, veterinarians, milk truck drivers, and employees at dairy packaging plants.
Just as the facts above illustrate the dairy industry’s vital role in the economic success of our state, dairy products such as milk, cheese, and yogurt are also an irreplaceable part of a balanced daily diet in people of all ages. By including these nutritious, delicious products in your diet every day, you can strengthen your bones and teeth, and increase muscle mass; all the while decreasing your risk of developing osteoporosis and other calcium deficiencies later in life.
Although June is Dairy Month is only just beginning, the school year is coming to a close. Summer vacation brings graduation parties, end of the year celebrations, and holiday picnics. What better time to support your local dairy farmers than by including a dish made with one or more low fat dairy products at your summertime get-togethers?
Low fat dairy products such as milk, cheese, and yogurt are not only a treat for your taste buds; they give your body a boost too! By incorporating these products into the dishes you serve at your summer events, you are giving your guests much more than a full belly. Not only do these nutrient-rich products aid in the strengthening of bones, muscles, and teeth, they also help people of all ages to improve their overall diet.
So, remember: whether you’re hosting a graduation party or a family reunion this month, there is always a way to get delicious, nutritious dairy recipes on table.
Twenty-three 4-Hers participated in the 2012 Susquehanna County 4-H Shooting Sports Fun Day held on Saturday, May 19th at the Central Conservation Club in South Montrose. Throughout the day members had the opportunity to learn about 4-H shooting sports and the opportunities available to them at all levels – county, state and nationally.
Heile Pearson and Dalton Levene
Members were given hands-on opportunity with air rifle, air pistol, and archery led by certified 4-H/NRA instructors. Chris Jordan, a six year 4-H member of the Arrows & Clays 4-H Club spoke to the group about his experiences with the 4-H shotgun project and competing at 4-H State Achievement Days. Chris will represent Pennsylvania at the National 4-H Shooting Sports Competition in Nebraska in June. Special thanks to all the sponsors, leaders, parents, and participants of this year’s event!
