Class Notes
Blue Mountain High School Class of 1958: Breakfast, 9 a.m., Wednesday, May 1, Blue Mountain Family Restaurant, Route I-78 Exit 23, Shartlesfille.
Blue Mountain High School Class of 1965: Breakfast, 8:30 a.m., Saturday, May 4, Country Squire, Route 61, Schuylkill Haven. Information: Connie Teter 570-366-0255.
Pine Grove High School Class of 1967: Lunch, noon, Thursday, May 9, Heisey’s Diner, Route 72, north of Lebanon. Information: 570-345-6038.
Food
Two Guys Chicken: 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, April 27, tickets $12. Pickup at Cressona Agway, 22 N. Second St.. Tickets available at Cressona Agway, Hillside SPCA, Ruth Steinert SPCA and Cole’s Kennel and Grooming. Benefits Hillside SPCA and Ruth Steinert Memorial SPCA.
Shop: 5-7 p.m., Thursday, May 2, Pine Grove Area Pathway, 42 S. Tulpehocken St., with entrance through blue door on ground floor. Must prove residency. Cash donation of $10 is requested.
Mock Lobster & Roast Beef Supper: 4-7 p.m., Friday, May 3, Friedensburg Fire Company, 1357 Long Run Road. Dine-in or takeout. Children’s menu includes hot dogs, chicken nuggets and french fries. Information: contact Crystal, 717-943-0501.
Chicken Potpie: Noon until sold out, Saturday, May 4, Liberty Fire Company, 223 W. Columbia St., Schuylkill Haven. Quarts, $10. Drive-thru, takeout-only event. Free delivery in Schuylkill Haven area. Pre-orders are suggested. Orders taken in advance on day of event by calling 570-385-3341 after 10 a.m. If you can’t make it during the sale hours, contact the firehouse and we’ll set some aside for you to pick up.
Shepherd’s Table: 4-5:30 p.m., Sunday, May 5, Grace Free Church, 101 Graef Street, Cressona. Free dinner to anyone. For Grace Free Church, 401 Green St., Tremont, 3:30-5 p.m.
Outdoors
Race for the Roar 5K: 9 a.m., Saturday, April 27, Orwigsburg Veterans Community Memorial Hall. Run, walk or jog through Albright’s Woods Walking Trail. Proceeds benefit the club. Same-day registration begins at 8 a.m. T-shirts will be available for all advance registrants and for some same-day participants until supply is gone. There will be awards, pizza and light refreshments. Visit the club’s Facebook page.
Whisper/Senses Walk: 10 a.m., Saturday, April 27, Frog Hollow Environmental Education Center. Participants use their senses to hear, smell, observe and touch nature. Pets are not permitted. Information: 570-527-2505 or email schuylcd@co.schuylkill.pa.us.
Plant Sale: 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, May 18, Bubeck Park. Selection includes perennials, annuals, herbs, shrubs, natives, heirloom vegetables, succulents, sun loving and shade loving plants, small trees and house plants. Plants are sourced from club members’ gardens. Qualified gardeners will be on hand to answer questions and offer advice. Information: 570-573-9787.
Libraries
Pottsville Library: Monday-Thursday, 8:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; STEM Corner, ages 1-11, 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; Storytime, Mondays at 10:30 a.m. for ages 12 months to 5 years. March 19, 5:30 p.m., Free Computer Basics Workshop. 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. 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. Tuesday story time, 10:30 a.m.; Lap Sit, ages birth to age 2, Thursday, 10:30 a.m.; Play-K, 11 a.m., ages 3-5; Mahjongg, first, third, fifth Wednesday of month, 6 p.m. (learn to play, Friday 1-3 p.m.); Knitters (on winter break); Trivia Club, fourth Wednesday of every month, 5:30 p.m.; Chess Club, first Thursday of month; Lego Club, first Saturday of each month, 11 a.m.; Homeschool Happenings, second Wednesday of month. Star Wars Fandom Event, coloring contest for ages 10 and younger and craft contest for all ages; Episodes 106 Trivia night Wednesday, May 22, 5:30 p.m. come in costume for extra points, trophies rewarded. Coloring and craft entries to be returned no later than April 30. Voting entire month of May. Information: 570-366-1638; website: www.orwigsburglibrary.org..
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. Phone: 570-695-3325 / Email: tafpl@epix.net
Arts & Crafts
Block of Art: 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, April 27, Schuylkill County Historical Society, 305 N. Centre St., Pottsville. The book, “Hard Coal and Onion Domes,” will be on sale. The book tells the story of the first three generations of Andrea’s family in America and includes numerous photos. Stephen Pytak, the son of Andrea (Mallick) Pytak of West Mahanoy Township is the editor and publisher. Information: contact Stephen at 570-789-9169 or by email: stephenpytak@gmail.com.
Glass Art Fundraiser: 12:30-2:30 p.m., Sunday, May 5, Mainstreet Moonshine, Schuylkill Haven, A 13×16 frame and all supplies included, $65. Bring a large pizza box with a lid to take your art home. reservations at glassartzcreations.com for a deposit of $20 plus $2 processing fee with balance due at class. Cash reservations can be made at Main Street Moonshine. Class size limited.
Flower Bicycle Paint and Sip: 7-9 p.m., Wednesday, May 8, $40 per person, Walk In Art Center, 220 Parkway, Schuylkill Haven. Information: 570-732-3728.
Berry Basket: 6 p.m., Thursday, May 9, Walk In Art Center, 220 Parkway, Schuylkill Haven. Build a basket and tray to pick your spring berries. Cost, $50 includes all supplies. All skill levels welcome for this beginner class. Information: 570-732-3728.
Fiber Arts Open Studio: 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Tuesdays, Walk In Art Center, 220 Parkway, Schuylkill Haven.
Knit to be Square: 6-8 p.m., first Thursday of the month, May 2, led by Lorraine Felker, Walk In Art Center, 220 Parkway, Schuylkill Haven. $25 per class or $240 all of 2023. Bring yarn of your choice or purchase yarn from Lorraine. Information: 570-732-3728.
Friday Clay Club: 1-3 p.m., Fridays, $25, Walk In Art Center, 220 Parkway, Schuylkill Haven. For seniors and veterans.
Health
Indoor Walking Club: 10-11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at Veterans Community Memorial Hall, 300 Grove St. (front door entrance), Orwigsburg. All fitness levels are welcome; walk-ins are also welcome. Information or registration: 570-624-3017.
Real people — real weight loss: 5:30 p.m., every Tuesday, 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. Monday and 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.
Seated Yoga: 10:30 a.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: Norma at 570-617-0931.
Age Busters Exercise Club: 10:30-11:30 a.m., Wednesdays, St. John’s United Church of Christ, 236 E. Market St., Orwigsburg. For ages 50-plus and all fitness levels. Free. Information: 570-624-3017. Sponsored by Diakon Living and Learning.
Age Busters Exercise Club: 10-11 a.m., Wednesdays and Fridays, St. Peter’s United Church of Christ, 427 Dietrich Ave., Tower City. Sponsored by Diakon Living and learning. Information: 570-6724-3017.
Indoor Walking Club: 9:30-10:30 a.m., Monday to Friday, Tremont Borough Building gymnasium. Ages 50 and older, all fitness levels. Free. All participants must be registered at Tremont Senior Community Center. Sponsored by Diakon Living and Learning. Information: 570-624-3017.
Groovin Exercise: 6-6:50 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, Pine Grove VFW Post 3432, bottom banquet hall, 140 S. Tulpehocken St. Cost $3 each class. Information: 570-345-6347.
Senior groups
Orwigsburg: Senior citizens meet the second and fourth Tuesday of each month from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Veterans Memorial Hall, 300 Grove St., 11 a.m. They will meet again until May 14.
Schuylkill Haven: The Schuylkill Haven Senior Citizens Organization and the Schuylkill Haven Senior Travelers will meet Monday, May 13, at 6 p.m. at the Senior Center, 340 Haven Street. For further information on these gatherings call Ruth 570-640-6928. Senior Citizens meet the second and fourth Monday of each month at 6 p.m. Annual membership to be part of this active group is $10. Information: 570-640-6928.
Schuylkill Haven Senior Travelers: On June 17-20, Newport, R.I., casino, harbor cruise, mansion tours, vineyard tour and wine tasting, and more. For reservation: Kathy 570-385-4730. Down payment for day trips $25; $50 for overnight trips, payable with reservation.
Pine Grove: Senior citizens group is accepting reservations for a bus trip to Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine Sept. 27-Oct. 2. For reservations or more information: Cathy at 570-345-3106.
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.
Free
Free Clothing and Shoes: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. every Wednesday, Grace Bible Church, 12 Molino Road, Orwigsburg. Donations in good condition appreciated. Information: Sandy Kupres 570-386-5893 or www.gbchm.org, click on Ministries.
Entertainment
Bingo: Doors open 4 p.m.; bingo, 5 p.m., Sunday, April 28, American Hose Company, Mount Carbon Station, Pottsville. Food and beverages served. Information: 570-640-2442.
Cash Bingo: Doors open 11:30 a.m., bingo 1 p.m., Sunday, May 5, Tremont Fire Company #1, 21 Middle Creek Road, Tremont. Tickets: $25 in advance; $30 at the door. Information: 570-449-1489 or 570-527-4492.
Bingo: Doors open 4 p.m.; bingo, 6-9:45 p.m., Tuesday, May 7, Deer Lake & West Brunswick Fire company, 1 Ash Road, Deer Lake. Information: 570-366-0900.
Trivia: 7 p.m., Saturday, April 27, Cressona American Legion, 1 Front Street. First place receives a prize. Free event. Information: 570-385-2364.
Basket Raffle Auction & Vendor: 3-8 p.m., Friday, April 26; 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, April 27, Cressona Fire Company No. 1, 59 S. 2nd St., Cressona. Auction drawings at 4 p.m. Kitchen open for food, drinks and baked goods.
Free Film: 7:15 p.m., Friday April 26, featuring the Les Brown Band at Pine Grove Theatre, 213 S. Tulpehocken St.
Coffee House Cabaret: 7 p.m., Friday, May 3, Walk In Art Center, 220 Parkway, Schuylkill Haven. Jaded Acoustic by Rebecca Jade and Ed Krepps playing hits of the 60s, 70s, and 80s. Tickets: $10. Information 570-732-3728.
Haven in Bloom: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, May 11, Bubeck Park (Stoyer’s Dam), Washington Street, Schuylkill Haven. Vendors, crafts, games, giveaways, raffles, food, kids’ activities, live music. Rain date May 25.
Scouting for Deals: 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, May 11, Veterans Memorial/Union Canal Park, 69 E. Mill St., Pine Grove. Craft vendors, food trucks, basket raffle and 50/50, kids activities and face painting, musical entertainment and more! Benefits Cub Scout Pack 611.
Star Wars Fandom Event: 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 22, Episodes 1-6 Trivia night. Come in costume for extra points. All coloring and craft entries for ages 10 and younger must be returned to the library no later than Tuesday, April 30. Voting takes place the entire month of May. Details on website at www.orwigsburglibrary.org or call 570-366-1638.
Dance
Line Dancing: 6:30 p.m., Every Monday at the Walk In Art Center, 220 Parkway, Schuylkill Haven. Adult class, drop-in only, no partner or registration needed. Each class is $6 and pay at the door. Basic steps, 6:15-6:30 p.m.; lesson, 6:30-7:30 p.m.; dancing, 7:30-9 p.m. Benefits Diakon Community Services. Information: Susan at 570-624-3016.
Pet Clinic
Spring Pet Rabies Clinic: 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Saturday, April 27, Hegins Park (east end) at Park Lane and Stutzman Drive, Hegins. Rabies shots and vaccinations will be available. All dogs must be on a leash and cats in a crate and be at least six months of age. Sponsored by the Valley View/Tri-Valley Lions Club and Great Creatures Veterinary Services. (Cash or checks only.) Information: call/text 570-509-3076 or email: trivalleylions@yahoo.com.
History
The Local Reads Book Club: 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, April 24, Schuylkill County Historical Society, 305 N. Centre St., Pottsville. Discussion on “Growing Up with Bootleggers Gamblers and Pigeons,” a memoir by Schuylkill County native Patrick Canfield. For more information, go to the society’s Facebook page or T-102 Radio’s Local Reads website: https://www.t102radio.com/localreads.
Schuylkill County Historical Society: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, April 27, unveiling of expanded exhibit of the Pottsville Maroons NFL team at 305 N. Centre St., Pottsville in conjunction with the city’s Block of Art festival. Children can color pictures of the Maroons, and baked goods and works by local artists will be for sale. Vincent Genovese will sign copies of his book, “The Pottsville Maroons and the NFL’s Stolen Championship of 1925,” at the Schuylkill County Historical Society at noon on Saturday, May 4. For more information, contact the Society at 570-622-7540.
Education
Penn State Schuylkill: End-of-Life Training, ELNEC Core Curriculum Train-the-Trainer course for nurses. Upon completion, nurses will be able to train others with ELNEC Core Curriculum. Cost. $180; course begins Wednesday, May 29, 8:15 a.m.-4 p.m. and Thursday, May 30, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Information: Laura Kramer 570-385-6112.
Practical Spanish for Workplace: Tuesdays, April 30-June 25, 5:30-7:45 p.m. last class 5:30-8:30 p.m., Penn State Schuylkill. Cost $359. Designed for managers that supervise Spanish speaking employees in the workplace seeking basic conversational Spanish skills for use in day-to-day communications. Information: Laura Kramer 570-385-6112.
