Friday 09 May 2008
INSIDE THIS MONTH:
Special Days of the Month. Check 'em out!

Monthly Feature!
by Grace Gagne

Schuylkill Haven's
17th Borough Day

Orwigsburg's
Heritage Day
Minersville's
Spirit Day
151st Bloomsburg Fair

Good Sam 5K Run to Raise Diabetes Awareness

SSO's 25th Annual Concert Season
2005 Pottsville Cruise Winners List
PSU Schuylkill Notes
St. Luke's Miners Memorial News

HEALTH TIPS:
Mail Order Notes
by Bracey Pharmacy

Cruise News 2005
SCHUYLKILL PLUS! SPORTS
BRIDAL SPECIAL:
Circle of Love
Make it last
Wedding Jitters?
Destination weddings
Wedding traditions around the world
GOLDEN YEARS SPECIAL:
For con men, there's no place like home (Yours)
Paying for Funerals in Advance
Flu can be deadly
Identy Theft
Warm Memories of a Cold War
Blood Pressure
Schuylkill Plus
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List of Advertisers
How to Advertise
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Upcoming Events!

THE REGION'S BIGGEST MOST COMPLETE EVENTS LIST
A FULL MONTH OF FUN...
... The area's best events calendar

Bingo
Tuesdays at Tremont Fire Company, Tremont No. 1,
21 Middlecreek Road, Tremont, 6 PM


Bingo
Wednesdays at Columbia Hose Fire Co., 742 W. Centre
St., Shenandoah, Doors open 5 Games begin 6:15 PM
Now through December 15
72nd Annual Autumn Hawk Watch
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary


Bingo
Mondays at Hegins Fire Co., corner of Chestnut Street & Rt. 125,Hegins. Games begin 6:30
Ballet Stretch 50+
YWCA of Pottsville, with Welthy Silva. Call 622-0551


Every Friday in Lent
except Good Friday
Lenten Food Sales
11 am – 4 pm, (Large and business orders can be called in before 10 am) Parish Center, 120 Oak Street, Minersville, Eat-in or take-out. Foods Available – Pierogi, Halushki, Bleenies, Lenten Soups,
 
Homemade baked goods
Mixed Gymnastics
YWCA of Pottsville, ages 5-12. Call 622-0551
Tap & Ballet
Ballet Stretch 50+
YWCA of Pottsville, with Lauren Shanoskie. Call 622-0551


Homemade Easter Egg Sale
St. John the Baptist PNCC,
414 W. Oak St., Frackville. 874-1960 or 874-3111


Bloomsburg Archery Club
Every third Sunday of the Month
Bloomsburg Archery Club 2008 3-D Archery Shoot Schedule
March 16, April 20, May 18, June 15, July 20, August 17 & September 21. Club opens 8 AM. Practice Range & refreshments available. New members always welcome. Call for more information at 570-394-6872

 
Every Friday during Lent
Lenten Fish Fry
Tremont Fire Station, 21 Middlecreek Road, Tremont, 
Friday Nights Feb 8 through and including March 21, 5-7 PM. Fish Fry-Take out available. St. Stanislaus Rectory, 570-544-2211
 
March 1
Kite Day
Learn about kites, 10 AM-4 PM. Learn about electricity. Make your own kite. Children’s Museum, 2 W 7th Street, Bloomsburg, 570-389-9206


March 1
Geisinger Hum-Dinger
Trail Run
The Geisinger Humdinger is 7.1 mile trail run that has been designed to test the early season stamina of it’s participants. The race starts 
and ends at Danville, PA’s warm and cozy Pine Barn Inn. What happens in between might not be as warm and cozy. The course climbs steadily from it’s start until well into the third mile. Overall expect nearly 2,000 ft. of climbing, and some of it is steep! If we are lucky enough to have some snow, mud or ice, it will be particularly exciting, 10AM at Montour Area Recreation, PO Box 456, Danville. www.rivertownrace.com


March 1
11th Annual Home Gardeners’ School
Mifflinburg High School, 75 Market St., Mifflinburg.
For info and time call 966-8194
 
March 2
Chamber Orchestra
Spring Concert
, 2:30pm - at the St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 123 N Market Street, Bloomsburg. Bloomsburg University, 400 E. 2nd Street, Bloomsburg, 570-389-4289


March 2
Sunday Breakfast
Mary D Fire Co., 7 AM-noon


March 2
Spaghetti Dinner
Columbia Hose Fire Co. No. 1, 742 West Centre St., Shenandoah, 11 AM to sellout


March 2
Maple Sugaring Open House
Programs begin on the hour (noon, 1, 2 and 3 p.m.)
Environmental Education Center with a talk and film featuring the 
natural and cultural history of sugar making. Afterwards, a short walk through Goose Woods takes you to the Sugar Shack to experience the sights, sounds and scents of maple sugaring.PPL Montour Preserve, 700 Preserve Road, Danville, 570-437-3131
 
March 2
Children’s Easter Basket Bingo
Divine Redeemer Church, Mt. Carmel. Doors open 1 PM; bingo 2 PM. Children sixth grade and under must be accompanied by an adult
 
March 2
41st Annual Hamburg Swap Meet and Car Corral
Hamburg Fire Co. Field House, S. 4th St., Hamburg, 7 AM-1 PM
 
March 2
Taste of the Town
Shenandoah Valley High School cafeteria, Shenandoah, 12-3 PM. Restaurants & caterers from local and surrounding communities. Come taste delicious food for one low price. For info call 590-0728 or after 5 at 462-0777 or 889-5759
  
March 6-9
Rajah Circus
Hamburg Fieldhouse, Hamburg. Thurs. & Fri. 7:30 PM; Sat. 11 AM; Sun. 3 & 7:30 PM; Sun. 1 & 5 PM
 
March 6 thru March 22
Blithe Spirit
At a séance, a writer gets more than he bargained for when the spirit  of his first wife is summoned from the other side to wreak havoc on his second marriage. Noël Coward’s trademark wit and delicious humor come alive in this delightful rebuttal to the words Til death do us part! The Ensemble always takes pleasure in breathing life into a play as beloved as this one and making it sparkle for new audiences. I’ll be loving you, always.Bloomsburg Theatre Ensemble, 226 Center Street, Bloomsburg, 800-282-0283 or www.bte.org
 
March 7
Featured Local Artists of the Month
The Gallery of Hamburg, 342 State St., Hamburg
 
March 7
Bunny Arrival
Schuylkill Mall, Frackville. Bunny arrives at 5:30 PM, center court. Free caricature drawings 4:30-8:30 PM. Sign-up for Kids Club
 
March 7-8
Chinese Auction
Orwigsburg Memorial Building, Orwigsburg. Doors open 6 PM Friday night and at 11 AM on Saturday and the sale of the bidding tickets will end at 9 PM Friday and 2 PM Saturday. Auction begins 2 PM
 
March 7-9
45th Annual Rajah Shrine Circus
Hamburg Field House, Hamburg
 March 8
Diamond Bread Basket
Free Meal to Anyone
519 N. Locust St., Diamond UM Church Gellowship Hall, Hazleton, 12-2 PM
 
March 8
Basic Boating Safety Class
The PA Fish & Boat Commission will once again be offering a one-day boating safety course at Susquehanna Riverlands. Phone the Riverlands at 570-542-2306 for registration. PPL Susquehanna Riverlands, 634 Salem Boulevard, Berwick, 9  AM-5 PM. Call 570-542-2306
 
March 8-9
Shenandoah Little League Registration
Damato Post North Main St., Shenandoah, 1-3 PM. Players must be accompanied by an adult
 
March 9
West Penn Lions Basket Bingo
Mahoning Valley Ambulance, 902 Mill Road, Lehighton, doors open noon, games
1 PM
 
March 9-12
John Jacobs Next Generation Power Force
The Orwigsburg Memorial, Rt. 443, Orwigsburg, 7 PM
 
March 11
Canal History by
Herman Jones
A glimpse of how local canal operations might have looked in 
the 1800’s. Maria Joseph Manor,  Rt 11, Danville, 7 PM. CalI 275-0386
 
March 12 & 20
Pet Photos with the Bunny
Schuylkill Mall, Frackville
 
March 14
Adult Easter Egg Hunt
Deer Lake Fire Co., 8 PM-1 AM. Must be 21 or older to attend. Bring bag or basket & flashlight. DJ, raffles,
door prizes
 
March 14-16
10th Annual Friendship Classic
Martz Hall, Pottsville, sponsored by the Pottsville Gymnastic Training Center. International meet will be March 15, 6:30 PM
 
March 15
Green Day
What does it mean to be green? Learn about environmentally friendly 
choices and actions. Learn about green things. Go on a Leprechaun Hunt. Make your own green craft project. Wear green and receive $1.00 off admission at the Children’s Museum, 2 W 7th Street, Bloomsburg, 10 AM-4 PM. 
Call 389-9206 or www.the-childrens-museum.org
 
March 15
Sports Collectible Show
Columbia Mall
Bloomsburg
www.columbiamall.com


 March 15
Spring Craft Show
Schuylkill Technology Center, Frackville Campus, Frackville, 9 AM-3 PM. A mini Chinese auction will also be held. Homemade food available


 March 15
Bear Bingo
Congregational Free Church of God, McKeansburg. Doors open 11 AM, bingo 1 PM. Benefits American Cancer Society Relay for Life
 
March 15
Dinner & Auction
2300 Mahantongo St., Pottsville for the New Life Christian Academy (NLCA), 3:30-5 PM, auction 5:30 PM. Dinner is baked ziti/sausage. For info call 622-7891
 
March 16
Chinese Auction
Rev. Walter J. Hall Parish Center, proceeds to benefit St. Kieran’s Church, Heckscherville. Doors open noon, bidding 2 PM. Preview March 15, after 5:30 PM Mass
 
March 16
Spaghetti Dinner
Divine Redeemer Parish, Mt. Carmel, 11 AM-4 PM in Divine Mercy Hall, 400 block of West Cherry St., Mt. Carmel. Eat-in or take out available
 March 21
Devil Crab/Fish Dinner
Knights of Columbus, Council No. 618, Shenandoah, 3-6 PM. Take-out only, local delivery with advanced ticket purchase. Call 462-0116, 462-4485
Mar 22 & March 26
March into Spring
Presented by: Clem McIntyre, Riverlands Naturalist. Welcome spring  with a walk through the wetlands to look for signs of the natural  world awakening from the long winter doldrums. Migrating birds and  mating amphibians are just some of the many busy creatures we may  catch a glimpse of. We might also spot some of the first wildflowers  to peek out from the chilly soil. Spring weather can be very  unpredictable, so be sure to dress appropriately. Waterproof footwear  is strongly recommended. PPL Susquehanna Riverlands Berwick, 10-11:30 AM.
Call 542-2306

March 27
Slim Gym Wellness Center Wellness Walk
inside Schuylkill Mall, Frackville, 10 AM-5 PM
March 27
A Day of Wellness
Schuylkill Mall, Center Court, Frackville, 10 AM-5 PM
March 28
Basket Bingo
St. Columba School, Bloomsburg. Doors open at 5:30 Games at 6:30. Food, Fun and Prizes. Call 784-5932 for tickets.
 
March 28
Legislative Breakfast
Days Inn, Rt. 61 South, Pottsville, 8-10:30 AM. For the Assoc. of Schuylkill Co. Services & Schuylkill Disability Voting Coalition
 
March 28
Basket Bingo
Bloomsburg Fire Hall, Bloomsburg for “Woven Hope Basket Buddies”. Doors open 5:30 PM, games 6:30 PM. Proceeds benefit Relay for Life. Pick your own prize bingo
 
March 29
Smucker’s Stars on Ice
Wachovia Arena, Wilkes-Barre, 7:30 PM
March 29
Hearts of Hope
Columbia Mall, Bloomsburg, 1-4 PM. Sponsored by the American Cancer Society
March 29
7th Annual Antique Fishing & Hunting Flea Market & Show
St. Mary’s Center, 320 Mifflin Ave., Scranton, 9 AM-1 PM. Early bird 8 AM. Breakfast & lunch concession available. Website www.jandbfishhuntshow.com
March 29-30
Antique Show and Appraisal
at The Northern Columbia Comm. and Cultural Center, Bloomsburg, Sat. 10 AM-5 PM; Sun. 11 AM-4 PM. John A. Shuman III, author of nine collector books, lecturer, and appraiser with art glass his specialty. Sue Pembleton, gem identification and appraisal. She has won a De Beers award for jewelry design and has 10 years experience with the Gemology Institute of America. All proceeds benefit the community center. For info call 570-925-0163
March 30
Chinese Auction
Lakeside Ballroom, Rt. 54 Barnesville. Doors open noon, auction 3 PM. Browsing March 29, 5-7 PM, food for sale & music by Blackjack. Sponsored by Carbon-Tamaqua American Cancer Society
March 30
Spring Concert
Featuring Randall Wolfgang. Mitrani Hall. Bloomsburg University,  400 E 2nd Street, Bloomsburg, 2:30 PM.
Call 389-4289
March 30
Bartram Breeze Trail Run
Bartram Trail parking lot.
Call for info at 610-562-7909
 
March 30
7th Annual Basket Bingo
Good Will Fire Co., Cressona. Doors open noon, games 1 PM. Benefit Make-A-Wish
 
April thru October
Beckville Gun Club 2008 Summer League
Beckville Gun Club. Open to all. Beginners and practice. Every 2nd and 4th Sunday except May 4 & 18 in lieu of 2nd & 4th Sunday in May. Signups: 9 AM-1 PM
 April 1
Walkers Brothers Circus
Hamburg Field House,
5:30 & 7:30 PM
 
April 4
Featured Local Artists of the Month
The Gallery of Hamburg, 342 State St., 6-8 PM
 
April 5
Rummage Sale
First United Methodist Church, 4th & W. Market Sts., Pottsville, 7-11 AM
 
April 5-6
Used Book Sale
Schuylkill Mall, Frackville. April 5, 9 - 9 & April 6, 11 - 5


April 6
Spaghetti Dinner
Columbia Hose Fire Co.1, 742 West Centre St., Shenandoah, 11 AM to sellout


April 6
Sunday Breakfast
Mary D Fire Co., 7 AM-noon


April 12
Clams Casino Murder Mystery Dinner
Roosevelt Hall, Shenandoah, doors open 6 PM show 7 PM. Purchase tickets by calling 875-4115 or online at http://Roosevelt-Hall.com
 
April 12
Reading Railroad Heritage Museum Grand Opening
Reading RR Heritage Museum, 500 S. Third St., Reading,
10 AM-5 PM
 
April 13
Fashion Show
Hamburg High School Auditorium, Hamburg. Call for info at 610-562-2843
 
April 13
The Chorus of the Chesapeake
in concert from Dundalk Md., at the Pottsville Area High School, 2 PM. For tickets call 624-7106 or 943-2666
 April 13
5th Annual Tobacco-Free Monopoly Tournament
Fairlane Village Mall, Pottsville & Susquehanna Valley Mall, Selinsgrove. Starts 12 noon with player sign-ins and the first roll of the dice 2 PM. The tournament is open to players of all skill levels from ages 8 and up. Winners will play April 27, at Fairlane Village Mall, Pottsville. Register by April 1, call 570-628-6990 or toll-free 1-800-264-1290
 
April 19
Longaberger Basket Bingo
First UCC Social Hall, Rt. 61, Schuylkill Haven. Doors open 11 AM. bingo 1 PM
 
April 20
Ukrainian Cultural Exhibit & Craft Sale
St. Vladimir Parish Center, 428 N. 7th Ave., Scranton,
10:30 AM-3 PM.
Sunday Divine liturgy at 9 AM
 
April 22
Election Day Food Sale
Bethany Methodist Church, 116 Summerhill Avenue, Berwick, 10 AM-6 PM. Homemade soups, barbecue, hot dogs & pie
 
April 25-26
Clothing Give-A-Way
Bethany Methodist Church, 116 Summerhill Avenue, Berwick, April 25, 9 AM-7 PM & April 26, 9 AM-noon
 
April 26
Northern Berks Reptile Show
Hamburg Field House,
9 AM-5 PM
 

 

 

 

 


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