Today

— Otto Bookstore will host a virtual author conversation with Steve Israel from 7-9 p.m. A former US congressman, Israel will discuss his newest historical fiction thriller and his career as both an author and bookseller. The event is free and open to the public. Signed copies of his book will be available for purchase. Visit www.ottobookstore.com for more info about the event and to register.

— BEN Class of 1961 will have a class luncheon at 11:30 a.m., at Haywood’s On the Green. All classmates and guests are welcome.

— Milesburg Lions Bingo every Thursday night at the Community Center. Doors open at 5 p.m. and Bingo starts at 6:45 p.m.

— Howard Area Lions Bingo at the Beech Creek Fire social hall. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and Bingo starts at 6:30 p.m.

TOMORROW

— Old School Market, former Rote Elementary, at East End Mountain Road, Mill Hall, is open each Friday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. (put in more weeks ahead)

— KBR Bingo and More’s straight line Bingo each Friday night at 6:30 p.m. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Regular game payouts are $50! Come join the fun! KBR Bingo is located in the Piper Museum Building with elevator service to the 3rd floor Bingo hall. Call Deb at 570-660-2647 for info.

SATURDAY

— Happy Valentine’s Day!

— Howard Area Lions Club’s Sweetheart Dinner, at noon, at the Howard Fire Hall. Anyone 60 and older living within the Lions servicing area is invited to come and enjoy a sit-down FREE meal.

— Sugar Valley Fire Company is having a Valentine’s Day Wedding Meal Buffet from 3-6:30 p.m. The Sweetheart Dinner will feature roasted chicken with stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy, creamed celery, coleslaw, noodles, pies, donuts, ice cream and drinks. The cost is $20 for adults and $12 for children ages 6-12 years. Younger children can eat for free. Take-out meals will also be available. Two buffet lines will serve you better so you can sit down to enjoy your delicious meal with your loved ones. Call 570-725-3017 for more info.

— Howard Fire Company’s Sausage Sale Pickup Day, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Hilltop Farms on Jacksonville Road. Call 814-625-0170 for pickup arrangements if you aren’t able to be there today.

SUNDAY

— Jay T. Vonada will be performing at the Hublersburg Inn from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., as part of their Galentine’s Jazz Brunch event, a celebration of friendships and mimosas. Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling 814-383-2616.