Class notes
Blue Mountain High School Class of 1958: Classmates and guests are invited to meet for breakfast at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, April 5, at Blue Mountain Family Restaurant, Interstate 78, Exit 23, Shartlesville.
Blue Mountain High School Class of 1965: Classmates and friends are invited to meet for breakfast at 8;30 a.m. on Saturday, April 1, at the Country Squire, Route 61, Schuylkill Haven. Information: Connie Teter at 570-366-0255.
Food
Lenten Dinner: 4-7 p.m., Friday, March 24, Schuylkill Hose Company #2, Corner of St. Peter and Union streets, Schuylkill Haven. Local delivery available. Call 570-385-0393 to order.
Lenten Fish Fry: March 24, and 31, pickup 4:45-7 p.m., Tremont Fire Company No. 1, 21 Middlecreek Road. Pre-order only: Call 570-695-3915 or 570-695-3423 on either Thursdays from 6-7 p.m. or Fridays 2-4:30 p.m. Take out only.
Breakfast: 7 a.m.-noon, Saturday, March 25, Tri-Valley Lions Building, 535 E. Main St., Hegins. Cost: $10/person. Sponsored by Valley View/Tri-Valley Lions Club.
Tacos: 4-7 p.m., Tuesday, March 28, Rainbow Hose Company, 417 Dock St., Schuylkill Haven. Dine-in or takeout. Information: 570-385-1511.
Breakfast: 7 a.m.-noon, Sunday, March 26, Landingville Fire Company.
Pie Sale: Pre-orders only by March 26 ($9 per 8-inch pie), St. Michael’s Church, 529 St Michael’s Road, Hamburg (located three miles west of Hamburg off of Old Route 22). Church made pies: Lemon Strip, Lemon Sponge, Shoo-fly, Apricot Crumb, Coconut Cream, Blueberry Custard. Pre-order: 610-488-1783 or stmichaels529@gmail.com. Pickup pies Easter week Wednesday, April 5, noon-6 p.m.
Chicken Potpie: 2 p.m. until sold out, Saturday, April 1, Liberty Fire Company, 223 W. Columbia St., Schuylkill Haven. Drive-thru only; $10/quart. Free delivery in Schuylkill Haven area. Orders taken in advance on day of event by calling 570-385-3341 after 10 a.m.
Shepherd’s Table: Free dinner, 4-5:30 p.m., Grace Free Church, 101 Graef St., Cressona. Open to everyone. Eat-in or takeout. Grace Free Church, 401 Green St., Tremont, 3:30-5 p.m., Take out only.
Mock Lobster & Roast Beef: 4-7 p.m., Friday, April 7, Friedensburg Fire Company, Route 443. Children’s menu available. Dine-in or takeout. Information: Crystal at 717-943-0501.
Libraries
Pottsville Library: STEM Corner, ages 1-11 p.m., during library hours; Creation Station, Monday-Friday, 2 p.m., ages 12-16; Teen Gaming, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6-7 p.m., ages 12-18. To register for events call 570-622-8880 ext. 12 or go to potchild@pottsvillelibrary.org.
Schuylkill Haven Free Public Library: Monday and Tuesday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Wednesday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thursday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. The second Saturday of the month has Lego League at 10:30 a.m. This is for those 3 to 99+ who want to be creative. Registration: 570-385-0542. There are no regularly scheduled programs during the week due to the lack of a permanent children’s librarian. The library offers internet access and free Wi-Fi for research, job searches, faxing, copying, interlibrary loan services, along with more than 34,000 books, magazine and audiobooks. Child and adult programs throughout the year. Information: 570-385-0542.
Orwigsburg Library: 216 W. Independence St., hours of operation: Monday 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Tuesday 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Wednesday 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Thursday 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays, Storytime, 10:30 a.m.; Thursdays, Lap Sit (up to 2 years), 10:30 a.m.; Fridays, Play K (3 to 5 years), 11 a.m. Information: 570-366-1638.
Tremont Area Free Public Library: 19 N. Pine St. Hours: Monday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Tuesday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; 7-8 p.m.; Wednesday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thursday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; 7-8 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-noon; Sunday, closed. Sat., Aug. 6, 1-4 p.m. Phone: 570-695-3325 / Email: tafpl@epix.net
Outdoors
Step into Spring Hike: 10-11:00 a.m., Saturday, March 25, at Waterfall Parking Lot, Sweet Arrow Lake Park, Pine Grove. Welcome spring by hiking park trails. Participants meet in the Waterfall Road Pavilion located just off Waterfall Road.
Seedling Sale: Order deadline, Saturday, March 25. Pick up seedlings ordered, Saturday, May 6, from 9 a.m. to noon at Sweet Arrow Lake Park at the Waterfall Pavilion, 48 Waterfall Road, Pine Grove. The Schuylkill County Master Gardeners will be on hand to answer questions.
Mentored Youth Trout Fishing Days: 8 a.m., statewide, Saturday, March 25. Youth anglers must obtain a Mentored Youth Permit or a Voluntary Youth Fishing License from the commission and be accompanied by a licensed adult angler to participate. Anglers 16 years or older (adult anglers) must possess a valid Pennsylvania fishing license and a current trout/salmon permit, and be accompanied by a youth (less than 16 years of age) who has obtained a Mentored Youth Fishing Permit or a Voluntary Youth Fishing License from the commission. Youth anglers with a license or permit may possess a total of two trout (combined species) with a minimum length of seven inches. Adult anglers are prohibited from possessing trout. Information: PA Fish and Boat Commission website at www.fishandboat.com/Fish/FishingRegulations/Pages/MentoredYouthProgram.aspx
Outdoor Nature Sketching: 1-3 p.m., Sunday, March 26, Hawk Mountain Sanctuary Education Building, 1700 Hawk Mountain Road, Kempton, $25, for ages 10 and up. Learn the fundamentals of nature sketching with local wildlife artist and raptor enthusiast Dave Hughes. Program begins with a live raptor encounter. Dress for outdoors as there will be a hike outside for artistic inspiration. Bring a sketch book, pencil, eraser, packed lunch, and water bottle. Families welcome. Information: 610-756-6961.
Rumpsch Match & Block Shoot: Noon-5 p.m., rain or shine, March 26, Auburn Game and Fish Association, 29 River Road, Auburn. Turkeys, ½ hams, ½ pork loins, shrimp, meat trays. Refreshments and food available.
Hike: 10:30 a.m., March 28, 5-mile hike to explore the mountain behind Locust Lake State Park and visit Silver Creek Fire Tower. Hike is moderate in difficulty. Participants meet at the visitor parking lot at Locust Lake State Park before the contact station at 10:15 a.m. and will be traveling to another area to start hike. Bring lunch and your dog. All pets muct be leashed and get along with people and other pets. Shine only. To pre-register call Robin at 570-467-2506.
Mosquitos and Ticks: 6 p.m., Wednesday, March 29, Sweet Arrow Lake clubhouse, Route 443, Pine Grove. Kyle Schutt, insect management technician for the Schuylkill Conservation District, will present the program with time for discussion and questions. He will provide information on common diseases carried by these insect pests. Methods of control performed by the Conservation District will be covered as well as tips for homeowners to lower mosquito and tick populations around their home.
Year-Round Fishing: This event is in memory of Betty Dietz and Bruce Schneck. Stockings of tagged fish will be on or about April 8, 15, 22 and 29. Tagged fish every stocking total $10,000. There will be 360 Lunkers. Top prizes will be five each of $500, $300, $200 and will be tag specific, an additional 50 at $100 each. Deadline for registration at Werner Lumber or Stony Gun and Archery will be Saturday, April 7 or until 4 p.m. at Fish and Boat Access pavilion, Sunday, April 8. Tags may be submitted till day before event in 2024. Sponsors include Pioneer Pole Buildings, Friends of Schuylkill Parks and Recreation, First Citizens Community Bank. Registration information is available by visiting: www.sweetarrowlakepark.com/Events—Programs.html
Arts & Crafts
Printmaking Workshop: 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Saturday, March 25, Hawk Mountain Sanctuary Education Building, 1700 Hawk Mountain Road, Kempton, $30, limited to 12 participants. Learn the basics of printmaking and how to make your own prints. No previous experience necessary. All materials provided. Information: 610-756-6961.
Painting Class: 12 p.m., Sunday, March 26, with local artist, Andrea Perno at Summit Station Fire Company, 88 Firehouse Road. Refreshments will be provided. A light sketch provided on a 16×20 inch canvas with all supplies included in $40 fee. Payment is due by March 20 to secure a space. To register call or text 570-294-7400 or email fundraising@summitstationfire.com Payment can be dropped off at the firehouse or mailed to Summit Station Fire Co, PO Box 63, Summit Station, PA 17979. Questions: Email fundraising@summitstationfire.com or call/text 570-294-7400.
Pysanky Class: Folk artist Georgine Postupak-Borchick will teach pysanky egg-making classes at the Schuylkill County Historical Society, 305 N. Centre St., Pottsville, from 6 to 8 p.m. on March 23 and 30. Fees for each of the two classes are $30 for society members and $35 for the general public. Supplies will be provided, but take-home kits will also be available for $10 each. For more information and reservations, which are required, contact the society at 570-622-7540.
Clay Club: 1-3 p.m., every Friday, for seniors and veterans, $25 per month, Walk In Art Center, 220 Parkway, Schuylkill Haven. Purchase clay at cost from the WIAC and give a donation to cover glazing and other finishing materials. Firing and instruction are included. Information: 570-732-3728.
Knitting Circle: 6-8 p.m., every Tuesday at no cost, Lorraine Felker will teach knitting at the Walk In Art Center, 220 Parkway, Schuylkill Haven. Donations appreciated. Class for all ages. Bring needles, yarn and fellow knitters. All skill levels invited. Information: 570-732-3728.
Health
Pound: 6 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays, Walk In Art Center, 220 Parkway, Schuylkill Haven. Rock out and lose weight. For ages 13 and older, $10 per class. Classes limited to 30 students. Masks must be worn and social distancing will apply. Register by contacting Silvia: s.schwartz3478@gmail.com or call 570-294-8245.
Real people — real weight loss: 5:30 p.m., TOPS, Hetzel’s Church, Hetzels Church Road, Pine Grove. Information: 570-345-8403.
Zumba Fitness: 7-8 p.m. every Monday (except holidays), Sweet Arrow Lake County Clubhouse, Pine Grove. Cost, $5. Information: Denise at 717-269-3214 or Deniseswonger@gmail.com.
Walking Club: 8:30 a.m., Monday, Wednesday and Friday, Schuylkill Haven Recreation/Senior Center, 340 Haven St. Wednesday, Tone and Stretch, 9:30 a.m. Information: 570-385-1313.
Zumba Gold: 9:30-10:30 a.m., Mondays and Thursdays, Schuylkill Haven Recreation/Senior Center, 340 Haven St. Information: 570-385-1313.
Zumba Gold: 5:30-6:30 p.m., every Tuesday, Schuylkill Haven Recreation/Senior Center, 340 Haven St., Cost $6. No registration required. Information: Susan at 570-624-3018.
Celebrate Recovery: 6:30 p.m., Tuesdays, Bethesda Church, 155 Reedsville Road, Schuylkill Haven, church library. Information: 570-739-2241.
Dancing
Line Dancing: Every Monday at the Walk In Art Center, 220 Parkway, Schuylkill Haven. This is an ongoing adult class, drop-in only, no partner or registration needed. It is $6 per class and pay at the door. Basic steps, 6:15-6:30 p.m.; lesson, 6:30-7:30 p.m.; dancing, 7:30-8 p.m. If attending for the first time as a drop in, it is advised to call ahead. Benefits Diakon Community Services. Information: Susan at 570-624-3016.
Senior groups
Wayne Township: 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Wednesdays, 23 Meadowbrook Center, Reedsville. Lunch is served at noon for a $5 donation, followed by a special activity or program. Information: 570-739-2241.
Schuylkill Haven: Senior citizens meet twice a month. Meetings are held at 6 p.m. the second and fourth Monday of the month at the Schuylkill Haven Senior Center, 340 Haven St., Schuylkill Haven. The next meeting is Monday, March 27. There will be a time for refreshments, games and fellowship. Information call 570-640-6928. There are 10 seats available to see “The Million Dollar Quartet” at Hunterdon Hills Dinner Theatre on Wednesday, March 29, with the Schuylkill Haven Senior Travelers. To secure your reservations call Janet at 570-366-0614.
Entertainment
PTO Basket Raffle: 4-8 p.m., Friday, March 24; 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Saturday, March 25, Schuylkill Haven Area High School, 501 Main St., Schuylkill Haven.
Karaoke Party w/DJ Party Tyme: Kitchen open 5-9 p.m.; karaoke 8 p.m., Saturday, March 25, Community Fire Company, 25 N. Railroad St., New Ringgold. Reservations recommended, 272-245-1839.
Trivia Night: 7-9 p.m., Saturdays, March 25, Cressona American Legion, 1 Front St. No cover charge. All welcome.
Lebanon Valley Concert Choir: 3 p.m., Sunday, March 26, Jerusalem Evangelical Lutheran Church, 252 Dock St., Schuylkill Haven.
Bingo: 5 p.m., doors open 3 p.m., Sunday, March 26, American Hose Company, Mount Carbon station. Food and beverages served. Information: 570-640-2442.
Chinese Auction: Friday, March 31 and Saturday, April 1, 6-8 p.m., Shop and Drop; Sunday, April 2, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. with drawing at 3 p.m., Community Fire Company, 25 Railroad St., New Ringgold. Do not need to be present to win. Refreshments and drinks available for purchase.
Lenten Services
St. Michael’s Church: 529 St. Michaels Road, Hamburg, Lenten services, March 22, 29, 6 p.m. covered dish in social hall; 6:45 p.m. Nooma video and discussion. Facebook and DialPad available. Sunday, March 26, worship, 10:15 a.m. celebrate fifth Sunday in Lent. Last day to order pies.
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