Good Day

and Happy Birthday to Tammy Coakley, of Marsh Creek!

Word of the Day

Unequivocally — adv. — without conditions; conclusively.

Quote of the Day

“Begin doing what you want to do now. We are not living in eternity. We have only this moment, sparkling like a star in our hand and melting like a snowflake.”

— Francis Bacon, Sr.

Holy Moments in History

Michael Palischak, a well known, masterful historian and retired history teacher, who is also known for his Holy Moments in History lectures at the Bald Eagle United Presbyterian Church, will be offering a historical lecture, presenting information on the events leading up to the Declaration of Independence. The lecture will include the document itself along with the signers of this national birth certificate which began our existence as the United States of America.

The lecture will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 28, at 10 a.m., at the church at 111 Main St., Mill Hall. There is plenty of parking and a handicap ramp to the rear of the church to use. The lecture is free and sweet treats and beverages will be provided as well.

Hammermill reunion

Hammermill “office girls” reunion luncheon will be held on Jan. 22 at 11:30 a.m. at Haywoods on the Green.

Blood Drive

A blood drive will be held on Monday, Jan. 26, from 1-6 p.m., at the American Legion Post #131 in Lock Haven. All blood donors are needed to donate to replenish the blood bank supply.

Helping Hands at the United Lutheran Church in Lock Haven will be held Jan. 21 from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Church behind KFC. Helping Hands helps low income families and senior citizens in Lock Haven and the surrounding communities. Any questions, call Kelly Olmstead at (272) 209-5912.

Farmer’s breakfast

Breakfast is back at the Porter Township community building in Lamar. On the first Saturday of each month through April, join us for a farmer’s breakfast from 7-10 a.m. On Jan. 3, the breakfast will include eggs, pancakes, bacon, sausage, scrapple, hashbrowns, biscuits and sausage gravy, toast, coffee, tea and hot chocolate. The cost of each breakfast is $13 for adults, $6 for kids 6-12 and kids 5 and under eat free. All proceeds from the farmer’s breakfast will be put towards helping community members and giving back.

SVRCS Senior Socials

SVRCS’s Senior Socials have returned for the 2025-2026 school year. All seniors are welcome to join the second Friday of each month from January through April — exception for February. The program runs from 12:30-2 p.m. in the gym lobby at 236 E. Main St., Loganton, where the life skills students will greet you and be your hosts! Activities, games, snacks and entertainment will be provided for your enjoyment! Come out and enjoy this special time to fellowship and interact with students. No reservation required. Questions, contact djeffries@svrcs.org or call 570-367-1351.