E-mail your “Community Events” to us: susqtran@epix.net; no phone-ins, please. We will publish events in the two issues prior to the event, free of charge for nonprofit or community events.
We regret that we cannot be responsible for keeping track of regular monthly events. Each must be submitted separately and are listed as space permits.
NOVEMBER 18-20
SINGLE PARENT FAMILY RETREAT: Friday to Sunday, check in on Friday at 3:30pm at the Montrose Bible Conference (218 Locust St., Montrose, PA). A stress-free weekend to fellowship with other single parent families in a beautiful and safe mountain setting with great meals, recreation, appropriate teachings for all ages, lots of laughter, plus, practical Bible-based sessions for parents. Discounted retreat rates. Scholarship available.
NOVEMBER 24
THANKSGIVING DINNER: Thursday, November 24 at Thompson Hose Company at 2pm. Formerly held in Jackson, this full course dinner with turkey and all the holiday sides is a community outreach for all who with to join us. Even though reservations are not needed, they are appreciated. Please call 570-756-2407. All are welcome!
NOVEMBER 19
CAROL AND CHARLIE REED CONCERT: Saturday, November 19 at 7:00pm at Lanesboro Community Church. Come and enjoy the southern gospel singing. Refreshments to follow.
NOVEMBER 20
THANKSGIVING SERVICE: Sunday, November 20 at 7pm. Thanksgiving Service for the community at the Thompson United Methodist Church.
NOVEMBER 27
CHRISTMAS WAY BACK WHEN: Sunday, November 27th at 3:00pm at the First Presbyterian Church of Montrose. A concert of traditional carols and tunes will be presented free of charge. This concert is celebrating the release of the band’s new CD, Christmas Way Back When, with all proceeds from sales benefiting the Restoration Fund of the church. Special guest Mandy Van Kuren, soprano, will sing ancient carols as recorded on the CD, along with other holiday favorites. A short sing-a-long will conclude the event followed by dinner in the Fellowship Hall.
DECEMBER 3
CHRISTMAS BAZAAR: Saturday, December 3 from 9:00am-3:00pm at Holy Name of Mary Church, 278 South Main St., Montrose. There will be a white elephant table, baked goods, hand crafted items, religious articles, Christmas decorations, homemade fresh wreaths, children’s craft and gift booth and more. Breakfast and lunch will be available, including takeout, with homemade soups, ethnic foods such as haluski, pierogies, arancini (rice balls) and other good food. There will be theme baskets and a raffle for some great merchandise.
DECEMBER 4
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA: Sunday, December 4 Knights Of Columbus Hall, 65 Kilrow St., Great Bend from 9:30am to Noon. Santa and his elves will be stopping by the KOC Hall for breakfast, on their way to the North Pole. Parents bring your cameras! Scrambled eggs, pancakes, hash brown potato, sausage, cereal, oatmeal, juice, hot coco, coffee and tea. There will be activities and treats for the children, face painting, cookie decorating, etc. Children 12 and under are free.
EVERY WEDNESDAY
LUPO’S CHICKEN SPIEDIE SANDWICHES & SALADS: Susquehanna High School Football Confession Stand, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. All proceeds go to SEA students for their Science trips to Costa Rica & Iceland next June.