Webb Weekly November 20, 2024

Photos courtesy of Victorian Christmas.

Kicking Off the Season of Thanks and Joy

With the 25th anniversary of Victorian Christmas on the cover, we’re on the doorstep of the most wonderful time of year across the West Branch Valley.

Thanksgiving falls on the latest date possible this year, November 28th. It is the first time since we began the Webb Weekly over 22 years ago that this has occurred.

Our area does an amazing job with all the holiday traditions, programs, and, most importantly, keeping the focus on the reason for the season.

I have already received an infusion of uplifting Christmas spirit as I attended the Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Kickoff Breakfast this past week. I’ll have more on this and my lifetime friend, Dave Sechler, a little later in my column.

Next week, our annual Thanksgiving issue will include our 2024 Holiday Gift Guide, which features great gift-giving ideas from area businesses guaranteed to make everybody smile. Please make sure you get out and about and support our local business community. You will find wonderful people ready to help you in person.

Speaking of Thanksgiving, let’s start

the football action a little early this year. A tip of my Webb Weekly cap with the American flag on the side to Head Coach Mike Pearson and his Williamsport Millionaires and to Head Coach Sean Tetreault and the Muncy Indians. Both won district championships on the gridiron and are preparing for state playoff games as I’m penning this. The Millionaires defense led the way to their first district crown since 2016 with a hardfought 14–6 victory over Wilkes-Barre.

The Cherry and White now take on longtime 6A rival State College. Whatever happens, it’s been a terrific season for Millionaire football.

The Muncy football Indians have won five district titles since 2016. Coach Tetreault has done a great job building the program. The last three seasons, however, ended with a loss in the title game. I’m overjoyed for the good folks down in Muncy that this year, the District IV gold medal was worn after the clock hit zeros.

The 10-2 Indians now take on a tough Lackawanna Trail squad. Austin Johnson, who has accumulated 2,000 yards rushing this season, and his hard-nosed Indian teammates seem to be getting better each week. I’m thinking there’s an upset coming, and the Indians will be

playing on.

The Warrior Run Defenders are also having a great season at press time and getting ready to take on the Troy Trojans for the District IV 3A title. Good luck, boys. I’ll hopefully be talking about you capturing district gold next week. Moving right along. A heartfelt thank you to the Insinger family and all the staff at Dolly’s Diner for taking such great care of our veterans at our Annual All-American Breakfast last week. It was an outstanding team effort as the fronts of the restaurants worked hand in hand with the kitchen staff to make it happen. It was truly an honor to meet, shake hands with, and say thank you to many of the 311 veterans and those joining them.

I believe this is a record for the event, and God willing, I get to extend my hand to even more servicemen and women next year. Please, if you couldn’t make it that day and see me out and about, introduce yourself; I would love to thank you for your service and buy your breakfast if possible.

As most of you know, I’m a big believer in the great work the Salvation Army does all year round. I’m honored to match donations made at our Webb Weekly office. This also helps to carry on the memory and great work of Dave

Sechler.

A tip of my Webb Weekly Santa hat with the American flag on the side to Mr. Kent Bennett, Major Sheryl Hershey, and all that made the 6th annual Red Kettle Kickoff Breakfast happen last week. With the decline in brick-and-mortar store opportunities for the ringing of the bell, this event helps the Salvation Army Williamsport with the funding necessary to continue its mission.

I will have more about our Red Kettle Remembrance of Dave Sechler as we get closer to Christmas. If you are able and would like to donate to the Salvation Army, the Red Kettle has been set up in the front of my office. I understand we all get asked for more than ever before, so please feel no pressure and help whoever you feel you would like to.

If you choose to stop by our office at 280 Kane Street, South Williamsport, Jaimie Hoover, and my staff will again be ringing the bell and have some Christmas cheer for you. If you would like to mail in a donation to Webb Weekly, 280 Kane Street, Suite 2, South Williamsport, PA 17702, please do it early enough that I receive it by Monday, December 23rd. We thank you for helping our fellow members of our local community.

Please, as the hustle and bustle of the holidays begins, allow yourself a little extra time and expect the unexpected as you travel.

God Bless America.

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From the Editor…

Thanksgiving Craft for Kids: DIY Thankful Turkey Keepsakes

anksgiving is just around the corner. And hopefully, we all have a lot to be ankful for as we head into the holiday season. If you want to help your kids remember everything they have to thankful for this year, I’ve got a cra for you! is is a great way to spend some family–time — which is, in itself, something to be thankful for!

What You’ll Need:

– Colored construction paper (fall colors like red, orange, yellow, and brown work best)

– Scissors (safety scissors for younger children)

– Glue stick or cra glue

– Markers, crayons, or colored pencils

– Googly eyes (optional)

– A small paper plate or cardstock (for the turkey body)

– A pencil

Step–by–Step Instructions:

1. Create the Turkey Body

Using the small paper plate or a piece of brown construction paper, cut out a circle to form the turkey’s body. If using a paper plate, let the kids color or

paint it brown.

2. Make the Feathers

Cut out feather shapes from the colored construction paper. Each feather should be big enough for a child to write a short phrase or word on it.

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5. Attach the Feathers

Glue the feathers to the back of the turkey body, fanning them out to create a colorful display.

6. Personalize the Turkey

Let the kids decorate the turkey further with their own creative touches— maybe some glitter, stickers, or a bow tie.

7. Display with Pride

3. Add the Turkey’s Face

Cut out a smaller circle from brown paper for the turkey’s head and glue it to the top of the body. Add googly eyes or draw eyes with markers. Use orange paper to cut out a beak and red paper to create a wattle.

4. Re ect on Gratitude

Once nished, hang the ankful Turkeys on the wall, refrigerator, or string them together and hang them on your front door or window. ey can also be used as a centerpiece for your anksgiving dinner table!

Ask each child to think about what they’re thankful for this year. Encourage them to write one thing on each feather using markers or crayons. is could be family, friends, a favorite activity, or even a beloved pet.

Again, this cra is not only a fun activity but also a meaningful way to highlight the importance of gratitude. As children re ect on what they’re thankful for, they’re reminded of the positive aspects of their lives. Plus, it’s a wonderful way for families to bond and share what they appreciate about each other. Have fun cra ing, and almost Happy anksgiving!

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25th Annual Victorian Christmas Takes Place This Weekend

By Lou Hunsinger Jr.

In the late 19th century, Williamsport was known as the “Lumber Capital of the World,” and the lumber barons who created this great wealth owned and lived in beautiful and opulent homes that featured the outstanding architecture of that era. Many of these homes, which are a testament to our rich history, survive and will be the focus of the Victorian Christmas Celebration presented by Preservation Williamsport this weekend. In addition to these featured homes, there will be allied activities, including the Will Huffman Toy Train Expo, the Artisan Market, and others.

and economic realities, just like fashion. From fichus to bustles, from stays to spencers, from hoops to sleek dresses, from linsey-woolsey to polyester, the conflicts between what has become commonplace and what is becoming popular have been ongoing.

During the evening, with the help of live models and authentic costumes, they will highlight how fashion reflected the change in Williamsport life from settlers to the early 1960s. This event will be held at the Community Theatre League, 100 West Third Street, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Before the show, visit the many shops downtown, and after the show, stroll through town to visit our many fine restaurants and breweries.

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The Victorian Christmas 25th Anniversary Celebration, “Eras Tour: Past, Present and Future,” is a three-day extravaganza, packed with events to keep you entertained from Friday through Sunday, November 22nd, 23rd, and 24th

Enjoy a historical talk and fashion show on Friday: “From Petticoats to Pillboxes.” This unique event will take you on a journey through time, exploring how architectural styles and decorative elements of homes changed over the decades due to societal changes

On Saturday, you can tour exquisitely decorated Victorian homes, churches, and historic buildings built by Williamsport’s Lumber Barons. Trolleys will transport you to and from the tour.

The recently restored Hartshorn House by Gloria Miele is just one of the magnificent Victorian Homes open for touring this year. Built in 1873 for $14,000 by Frederick Hartshorn, the house had many lives.

For Victorian Christmas’s 25th anni-

versary, a special performance of Wag-

Siegfried Idyll will be held on the staircase of the Hartshorn House. You will be entertained by performances throughout the day. Professional local musicians will gather in the newly restored home to play as originally performed for the Wagner family on Christmas morning in 1870. Enjoy strolling strings or a harpist’s serenade as live instrumental music is provided. Stories of the families that lived in the homes long ago are told. Special choral and organ performances are also performed in the churches.

ere will also be a self-guided tour of Wildwood Cemetery Chapel. e entry structure is made of Pennsylvania white marble and features ornate carvings. Built in 1897 for $12,000, it also features marvelous multi-paneled chapel stained glass windows, which are excellent examples of Victorian Decorative Arts. e Village Green Brass Ensemble will entertain you at 1 p.m.

Continuing Saturday’s events, the nely curated Artisan Market will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the YWCA, 815 West Fourth Street, for a uniquely cra ed holiday shopping experience.

e wide array of lovely one-of-a-kind articles, including a Victorian Christmas ornament, will be on display. While shopping, take time to marvel at the beautiful rotunda decorated by Mar-

On the Cover: A preview of the fashion show, “From Petticoats to Pillboxes.” Pictured from left are Mackenzie Holmes in a 1920’s flapper dress, Lori Spangler in an authentic 1890’s gold ball gown, Devorah Straub in an 1830’s representation of a Queen Victoria gown, Valerie Lundy in a recreation of a reconstruction era dress circa 1869, Joseph LeBlanc modeling a replica of a Revolutionary War uniform and Margaret Lundy wearing an 1870’s inspired Parisian print dress with a soft bustle.

guerite Bierman, accented in gold leaf, a dazzling chandelier, and breathtaking colors.

e 32nd Annual Will Hu man Toy Train Expo is also on Saturday. e sights, sounds, and smells of dozens of trains will delight the senses. e event is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 800 Park Place and the omas T. Taber Museum.

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Friday, November 22

Victorian Christmas Program

• ”From Petticoat’s to Pillboxes”

During the evening with the help of our live models and authentic costumes, we will be highlighting how fashion reflected the changes in Williamsport life from settlers to the early 1960’s. Community Theatre League • 7pm to 8:30pm

Saturday, November 23

Tours of Historic Homes, Churches and Museums • 9am to 5pm

• YWCA–Crafted/Juried Artisan Holiday Market, 9am to 4pm

• The Peter Herdic Restaurant–Victorian Tea, seatings at 1:30pm and 3pm

• Old Corner Hotel & Restaurant–lunch times 12pm to 3pm. Enjoy the music of “Autumn Winds Sax Quartet” 12:30pm to 2pm

• Taber Museum–33rd Annual Will Huffman Toy Train Expo, 10am to 4pm

• Carriage Rides–10am to 4pm

• Rowley House Museum–Williamsport Music Club Carolers, 10am to 12pm. Museum and Artisan Market

• St. Marks–Williamsport Symphony’s Billtown Brass “Kick off the Holidays Concert,” 5pm to 6:15pm

• St Joseph the Worker–Handbell Quartet from Pine Street UMC at 10:30am

• City Alliance Church–Williamsport Youth Choir at 10:30am and The Repasz Band 1:30pm to 2:30pm

• Rosko’s Brewhouse–Historic Culvert Tours, 12pm to 3pm

For Victorian Christmas’ 25th Anniversary, special performances of Wagner‘s Sigfried Idyll will be held on the staircase of Hartshorn House. You will be entertained by performances throughout the day. Professional local musicians will gather in the newly restored home to play as originally performed for Wagner’s family on Christmas morning in 1870. Be our guest at this event celebrating the holiday and our historic heritage! Performances are Saturday beginning at 10am with the last performance at 4pm.

Sunday, November 24

• Backhouse Café and Tea–Celtic Wood and Wires 12pm to 2pm

• Saint Luke’s Church–Williamsport Civic Chorus “Winter Songs” 3pm to 4:30pm

• Taber Museum–33rd Annual Will Huffman Toy Train Expo, 11am to 4pm

• Wildwood Chapel– Village Green Brass Ensemble, 1pm

• YWCA–Crafted/Juried Artisan Holiday Market, 11am to 4pm

• Milissa Augustine Dance Academy performances of the Nutcracker and other Victorian themed dances at the YWCA Artisan Market.

For all event times, locations, pricing and to view a video of Victorian Christmas, “Williamsport’s Holiday Tradition check out our website at: victorianchristmaspa.com

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Carriage Rides are available at the Rowley House Museum from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

There will be a Victorian Tea at the Peter Herdic House Restaurant, and you can enjoy the sounds of Autumn Winds Sax Quartet at the Old Corner Hotel and Restaurant’s luncheon. You can also visit one of our fine restaurants or breweries in Downtown Williamsport.

Soup, luncheon, vendors and the Repasz Band at St. Joseph the Workers Parish takes place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Williamsport Symphony with the Billtown Brass will be at St Mark’s Lutheran Church on Saturday at 5 p.m. Admission is $10, or $5 with you Victorian Christmas ticket.

Sunday Events include the Artisan Market from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Toy Train Expo from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Celtic Wood & Wires from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at Backhouse Café and Tea.

Victorian Christmas, a celebration that began at the Peter Herdic House restaurant, is steeped in history.

It was initiated by Nan Young, Gloria Miele, and Ted Lyon, who aimed to raise awareness about Williamsport’s Historic District. The first candlelight walking tour, which featured a few homes and began at dusk, was a resounding success. Encouraged by this, an official Victori-

an Christmas committee of Preservation Williamsport was formed. Today, this event has grown into a three-day celebration, attracting nearly 2,000 visitors of all ages and earning recognition on the National Register of Historic Places. The proceeds from this event are used by Lady Di to create, and maintain floral baskets and Christmas wreaths in the Historic District.

Victorian Christmas is more than just an event; it’s a celebration of our city’s rich architectural heritage and a commitment to preserving it for future generations.

Victorian Christmas Committee members: Brenda Paladino, Bethann Campbell, Dawn Astin, Nicki Nardi, Connie Phillps, Suzette Meyer, Dianne Peeling, Meg Smith, Susan Durrwachter, Doreen Decker, Caleb Hipple, Hallie Luppert, Mary Calistri-Geise, Dena Straub, Mary Holstein, Jill Confair, Valerie Lundy, Linda Sterling, Cindi Perry Rischar, Mary Jo Bower, Peachie O’Connor, Jen Shaible-Flint, Nan Young, Connie Phillips and Booker Riddick. Tickets are available now through www. eventbrite.com. For more information regarding pricing and local ticket sellers and to view the video “Williamsport’s Holiday Tradition,” visit www.victorianchristmaspa.com.

OBITUARIES

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November 11th–November 15th

Karen R. Wagner, 79, of Williamsport

Michael Marchese, 90, of Williamsport

David C. Frey, 75, of Williamsport

Alan M. Quail, 44, of Wysox

Patsey A. “Pat” Hugo, 88, of Elkland Twp.

B. Jolene Walker, 90, of Salona

Jerry L. Powers, 84, of McElhattan

Peggy Ann “Margaret” Retorick, 95, of Williamsport

Doris L. Eisemann, 89

Barbara J. “Tink” (Kropos) Reish, 90, of Montoursville

Doris E. Moyer, 92, of Laporte

Clair T. Harris, 85, of Montoursville

Dwane E. Hensler, 71, of Williamsport

Sandra Patricia “Sandy” Capwell, 77

Alma “Sis” C. (Fausey) Haffley, 81 of Williamsport

Barbara L. Cioffi, 70, of Williamsport

Mary E. Kilgus, 91, formerly of Pennsdale

David Kramer Derr, 83, of Jerseytown

Dorothy K. Walker, 89, of Loganton

Sally E. (Fournier) Freas, 84, of Cogan Station

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County Hall Corner: The Lively and Quick Jamie Flick

By Larry Stout

It is hard to stand out when there are 203 members of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. However, we have two men who cover our area who are truly unique. I wrote last month about the amazing man, Joe Hamm, and this week, I want to highlight the recently reelected PA 83rd Legislative District Representative Jamie Flick.

Among my many idiosyncrasies is my fascination with name origins. I researched Flick’s family name and discovered it comes from the German word for quick and lively person. I have watched and listened to Representative Flick during his initial term of o ce, and I can say that he certainly has been an active and energetic man.

I recently interviewed him to learn his reections on his initial term in o ce.

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I rst asked about the most challenging issues he has faced in these two years, and the rst thing that came to his mind was opiate-related concerns. Given the horrible addictions that come from these drugs and the fourteen people who die in Pennsylvania EVERY DAY as a result of overdoses, it certainly does make it a concern.

out the Commonwealth and certainly in the 83rd district.

In my opinion, one word that could represent Flick’s philosophy of life and duty would be ‘fairness.’

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Flick is also concerned with the suicides, vet issues, infrastructure projects, a ordable housing, and mental health challenges that are also vexing to deal with through-

For two years, he has pushed House Bill 1684, requiring a 50/50 arrangement for children’s rights for both parents (assuming that both parents are t) during a separation or divorce. Four times, his bill was to be brought up, and each time, it was delayed. Flick hopes that it may get a chance to be brought up for a vote this year. is idea of considering both sides moved Flick, just six months a er he became a State Rep, to co-host a bipartisan ‘Meet Me in the Middle’ Caucus. According to Flick, it was designed to foster more cooperation between the parties, reduce polarization,

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and find ways to work together to pass common-sense legislation that benefits the people of Pennsylvania.

Flick is also a man of his word. He kept his campaign promises of not receiving a paycheck until the budget passed, not taking the 401k pension, meals, or per diem, and donating 10% of his pay to non-profits.

Besides the three boroughs and eight townships in two counties, Flick also represents the city of Williamsport in the PA State Assembly. Williamsport is the backbone of the region, and Flick must stay in touch with the needs and concerns of local officials, which the public often does not see. For example, he follows the meetings and activities of the Williamsport City Council and frequently keeps up with Williamsport Mayor Derek Slaughter. From this research, he is able to advocate for the city’s needs and concerns in Harrisburg.

As noted earlier, with 203 members of the Pennsylvania Assembly, it is very hard to stand out. Remarkably, however, our two local State Representatives have achieved notice. Last month, this column highlighted Joe Hamm’s recognition of being the most conservative official in the Pennsylvania government. Representative Jamie Flick is the only one who owns a baseball franchise in Australia, but more practically for the state government, are his unique skills in technology areas.

After graduating from Jersey Shore High School in 1979, Jamie Flick learned how

to be a computer geek. He then graduated with a degree in software engineering from Williamsport Area Community College (Pennsylvania College of Technology today). From there, Flick started his own software company in Williamsport, which he also managed. He has since sold the business, but the skills are still there.

Flick decided to not just worry about election integrity — but do something about it. He researched double voting in conjunction with the Electronic Registration Information Center, Inc. (ERIC, Inc.). This is when a person registers to vote in two (or more) different states. He took matched names from Pennsylvania and Ohio from voting data in the past twenty years and found there were at least 50 persons who did so and possibly hundreds more. His research raised some eyebrows and even caught the attention of the national media, such as the New York Post.

What makes this so serious is that PA Assembly members have lost their races with as few as one vote. It is worth remembering that in the 2000 Presidential Election, Al Gore lost Florida by just 537 votes. The 25 electoral college votes from Florida decided the presidency, with George W. Bush receiving 271 votes to Gore’s 266.

Flick is not just another state representative, nor is he just quick and lively, either. Jamie Flick is smart, ambitious, and committed to his constituents, his district, and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

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Former Superintendent Establishes Endowment to Support WASD’s Music Programs

Former superintendent Dr. Oscar Knade has long believed that the strength of a school district’s music program provides the key to learning and builds not only a lifelong appreciation for the arts in students but also a positive district reputation within the community.

It was with these principles in mind that, in 1972, shortly after Knade assumed the role as superintendent, he recruited Dr.

Kenneth Raessler, then an associate professor and chair of the music department at Gettysburg College, to implement a cohesive K-12 music program at WASD. This new approach would include classroom music as well as vocal and instrumental performance ensembles across all grade levels.

Prior to its reorganization, Knade recalled the program being disjointed, lacking proficient K-12 leadership, and

facing low participation in instrumental groups. Additionally, the strings program stopped after elementary school, which restricted students’ musical growth.

Parental involvement was also minimal, as there were limited opportunities for community support.

“The Williamsport community deserved better,” he said, “and I was determined that our schools would have a first-rate program.”

Now retired since 1992 after a 20-year career as superintendent in the district, Knade sees the music program’s blueprint, developed and implemented over 50 years ago, as a defining achievement for both the district and the community. His

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ther its legacy, which has since evolved into a highly respected, state- and nationally recognized program.

To ensure this legacy endures, Knade and his wife, Shirley, established the Knade Family Endowment for Excellence in Music at the Williamsport Area School District Education Foundation (WASDEF). Currently valued at $124,000 after the receipt of a recent significant gift from the couple, the endowment aims to support the program’s future.

“We see the endowment fund being used to initiate innovative instructional efforts; expand existing program elements; and support select students’ participation in regional, state and/or national music ensembles,” Knade said.

He recalled instances during his superintendency when funding was unavailable for unique educational and performance opportunities, such as travel expenses for prestigious ensembles, master classes, performances at venues like The White House or the PA Governor’s Mansion, or participation in events like the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

“I believe it is fair to say that WASD music programs have been instrumental in the creation and growth of numerous musical organizations in the Greater Williamsport area,” Knade said.

“Dr. Knade and Shirley have long been dedicated supporters of the education

foundation, helping to advance a variety of district programs,” said WASDEF Executive Director Greg Hayes. “The Knade Family Endowment for Excellence in Music will ensure that our students continue to benefit from high-quality music education and exceptional performance opportunities for generations to come.”

“Dr. Knade’s vision for a comprehensive K-12 music program is a cornerstone of our district’s legacy,” added Superintendent Dr. Timothy S. Bowers. “This endowment allows us to keep building on that foundation, providing students with unique opportunities to develop their talents beyond the classroom. We are extremely grateful for Dr. Knade and Shirley’s very generous contribution to our education foundation.”

Contributions to the Knade Family Endowment for Excellence in Music may be made by any interested individual or organization.

WASDEF is the recognized nonprofit affiliate of the Williamsport Area School District.

The education foundation facilitates charitable giving and permanent legacies based on individual areas of interest in educational innovation, the arts, athletics and scholarships. For more information, visit www.wasdeducationfoundation.org.

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EVENTS

Audubon Event: Chapter Meeting

What: Join Lycoming Audubon for a program on Ruffed Grouse and American Woodcocks in Pennsylvania presented by Pennsylvania Game Commission Wildlife Biologist, Reina Tyl. She will discuss the population status of and primary issues affecting two Species of Greatest Conservation Need in Pennsylvania—the ruffed grouse and American woodcock—as well as research being conducted to inform the management of these beloved species. Program is free and open to the public. You can also attend virtually with zoom using the link found at

Community Calendar

Turkey/Meat Raffle

What: Turkey/meat raffle. Food and refreshments included. 10 door prizes. Basket raffles.

When: Saturday, November 23rd, at 6:00 p.m.

Where: Zafar Grotto, 381 E. 2nd Ave., S. Williamsport.

Toy Train Expo

What: The 33rd Annual Will Huffman Toy Train Expo chugs back into town featuring an assortment of working train layouts of all scales and size. Kids can meet Santa and Mrs. Claus, the Conductor, and Scrooge. The Expo takes place at two great locations just a short distance from each other. The Toy Train Expo is the area’s premier family event and is held in conjunction with Victorian Christmas. It is “a gift for the community for children of all ages.” Stop by and help us “celebrate the magic and nostalgia of toy trains.” Children are admitted FREE and adults for $3 donation. For more info visit toytrainexpo. org or find us on Facebook.

When: Saturday, November 23rd, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sunday, November 24th, from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Route 41, Unityville.

Jingle Bell Jamboree

What: Third annual Jingle Bell Jamboree; free holiday open house for families and children featuring visit/ pictures with Santa, photo backdrop for family portraits, cookie decorating, make-your-own snacks & crafts, games & prizes, free refreshments. Reservations/more information: Contact Jenn Nauss jnauss89@gmail.com, or 717-512-1261.

When: Sunday, December 1st, from 3-4:30 p.m.; advance reservations required and accepted on a first come, first served basis and limited to 50 persons; all children must be accompanied by a responsible adult

Where: Eagle Grange Hall, 32 East Blind Rd., at intersection with Route 15, Montgomery.

Toastermasters Class

What: Control your fear of public speaking. Practice speaking before a friendly audience who will guide you on your journey to becoming a better speaker. Contact Donna Miller 570-971-0098 or Phil Buehrer 570-326-

When: 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. Where: 505 Restaurant, 505 Washington Blvd., William-

CHURCH EVENTS

Thrift Shop

What: West End Community Christian’s Thrift Shop. Gently used you sale and Christmas items. When: November 16th-November 27th. Hours: Monday, Tuesday-Friday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Wednesday, 9 a.m.-6:45 p.m., Saturday, 8:30 a.m.-11:45 a.m. Closed: November & 30th. Open December 2nd-4th

Where: WECCC, 901 Diamond St., Williamsport.

Donation Drop-Off

What: Donations drop-off & set-up of infants & adult seasonal clothing/shoes.

When: Thursday, November 21st, from 4:00-6:00 p.m.

Where: Redeemer Lutheran Church - curbside drop-off,

1101 Washington Blvd., Williamsport.

Donut Sale

What: Fresh homemade donut sale. Cost: $7/ doz. and $3.50/half doz. Note: NO December donut sale. Order extra, they freeze beautifully. Best to preorder by calling the church at 570-398-2913, Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-2 p.m. only. Extras are made and walk-ins will be accommodated starting at 7 a.m. on the day of the sale.

When: Thursday, November 21st

Where: Trinity UM Church, 1407 Allegheny St., Jersey Shore. Glover St. entrance.

Daniel’s Closet

What: Daniel’s Closet free clothing & shoes - infants & adults.

When: Saturday, November 23rd, from 8:30-11:00 a.m. Where: Redeemer Lutheran Church Social Hall, 1101 Washington Blvd., Williamsport.

Soup Luncheon

What: Victorian Christmas soup luncheon. $12 includes a choice of soups, plus bread, pie, and a beverage. A Craft Sale and tours of the church will be held from 10 am to 3 pm. For more information, call 570-322-0126 or email trinitychurchpa@comcast.net.

When: Saturday, November 23rd, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Where: Trinity Episcopal Pro-Cathedral, 844 W. 4th St., Williamsport.

Worship Service

What: Worship Service entitled: “Revelation 1:4-8 Explained.”

When: Sunday, November 24th, at 9 a.m. Where: Mill Creek Church, 2255 Warrensville Rd., Montoursville.

Worship Service

What: Worship Service entitled: “Revelation 1:4-8 Explained”

When: Sunday, November 24th, at 10:30 a.m. Where: Bethel Church, 717 Kimble Hill Road, Williamsport

Worship Service

What: Joint church bible study for Bethel and Mill Creek churches focusing on the gospels.

When: Sunday, November 24th, at 3 p.m.

Where: Mill Creek Church, 2255 Warrensville Rd., Montoursville.

Closet Tear Down

What: Volunteers needed for “Closet” tear-down.

When: Monday, November 25th, from 9:00-11:00 a.m.

Where: Redeemer Lutheran Church Social Hall, 1101 Washington Blvd., Williamsport.

Thanksgiving Dinner

What: Free Thanksgiving Day dinner. Family-style sit down dinner, takeouts also available.

When: Thursday, November 28th, from noon-3 p.m.

Where: Friends Church, 137 S. 3rd St., Hughesville.

Community Breakfast

What: Free community breakfast.

When: Saturday, November 30th, from 8 a.m.-10 a.m., or until the food is gone.

Where: First Church of Christ -Disciples, 1250 Almond St., Williamsport.

Church Service

What: Church service.

When: Sunday morning at 10:30 a.m.

Where: Moreland Community Church, 1300 Church Dr., Muncy.

Church Service

What: Sunday church services.

When: Sunday School, at 10:00 a.m. (March-November), regular worship service at 11:00 a.m. year round.

Where: Haneyville Bible Church, 16655 Coudersport Pike, Lock Haven.

GriefShare Support Group

What: A weekly seminar and support group for people who are grieving the loss of a loved one.

When: Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. Please contact the church at 570-546-8030 for the most current schedule.

Where: First United Methodist Church, 602. S. Market St., Muncy.

Church Service

What: Messages from the Bible by Pastor Scott Koser.

When: Sunday mornings. Service time 10:30 a.m.

Where: Heilman Community Church, 2792 Kehrer Hill Road, Montoursville.

MEETINGS

MEETINGS...

West Branch Pride

What: West Branch Pride.

When: Monthly meeting, 3rd Tuesday of the month, at 7:00 p.m.

Where: YWCA Williamsport.

ARTS and ENTERTAINMENT

EVENTS

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT EVENTS...

Loose Cats

What: Loose Cats, playing rock, pop & country. When: Friday, November 22nd, at 7:00 p.m.

Where: Windows on 4th, 200 W. 4th St., Williamsport.

PHILZ

What: PHILZ playing country and pop.

When: Sunday, November 24th, at 3:00 p.m.

Where: Country & Bluegrass Jam, Yearick Center, 341 Walnut St., Howard.

Independent Rock Project

What: Independent Rock Project playing horn rock, Motown and R&B.

When: Wednesday, November 27th, at 8:00 p.m.

Where: Polish Club, 2009 Boyd St., Williamsport.

ART EXHIBITS...

ART EXHIBITS

Hyperrealism Artist

What: Hyperrealism Artist, Fred Gilmour to present at the December Bald Eagle Art League meeting.

When: Thursday, December 5th, from 7-8:30 p.m.

Where: Thomas Taber Museum, 858 W. 4th St., Williamsport.

Theresa Crowley Spitler

What: Landscape Artist, Theresa Crowley Spitler show. When: Through December 31, 2024.

Where: Genetti Hotel’s Windows on 4th, 200 W 4th St., Williamsport.

November 24th

Andrea’s Home Cookin…

The Gift of a Pumpkin Roll

Is everyone busy preparing for Thanksgiving? It will be here next week. Hard to believe. If you are hosting, now’s the time to start preparations if you haven’t already.

Next week is always such a crazy week, and it’s not just because my husband and I are hosting Thanksgiving.

Andrea McElroy

First are parent-teacher conferences. Out of all the weeks they are in school, I always thought it was the crappiest week to have them. It’s a major holiday week, and we throw parent-teacher conferences into the mix.

*enter eye roll here*

there is no way I would allow another kid to do it. They’d be learning some respect real quick. This is why the good Lord gives us all “special talents” and we all have different jobs.

I’m so blessed to absolutely love what I do and work for the most incredible families. I am thankful for them all. No poppin’ anyone on the noggin at my job! Haha!!

Besides parent-teacher conferences and prepping for Thanksgiving, there is still more that will happen next week.

These poor teachers are trying to see all these parents right before Thanksgiving, and parents are trying to squeeze in to check to see how their children are doing in school. Gee whiz. Who thought this was a good idea for teachers and parents?? God bless you, teachers, for real. I am thankful for you! You deal with way more than you should. I couldn’t do your job. Y’all are saints. I’d be fired for poppin’ some mouthy kid upside the head.

My kids don’t talk to me that way, and

One of them is one of my favorite Thanksgiving traditions I started, I bet, thirteen or more years ago. I have been doing it for a long time. Tyler, my son, was pretty little; he is fifteen now. I started to make pumpkin rolls for a few people. My dad loves them. And I mean LOVES them — especially his daughter’s. *wink wink* He would tell his boss how good they were, and I started to make one for him and his boss every Thanksgiving. (My dad is retired now.)

That same year, I thought about mak

ing my pastor one for pastor appreciation. I was a little late, but they loved it for anksgiving. So, each year, I continue to make them one for their anksgiving to show my appreciation for him and his family.

Let’s fast forward to a few years ago. Kenzy asked to help me on pumpkin roll day. She was eight years old, and I was just elated that she wanted to help me. I was surprised she helped a good part of the day.

She couldn’t wait till the evening though, that’s the best part!

We spend all day making pumpkin rolls on anksgiving Eve. (On top of making everything I need for anksgiving.)

I typically have soup going on the stove that day for dinner. Something quick we can grab on a busy evening. A er dinner, we load the car with lots of pumpkin rolls and make deliveries. Our pastor, my dad, of course, and others.

Each year, we pick new people to surprise with a pumpkin roll and wish them a Happy anksgiving. To me, it is the start of the holiday season. I just love it. Kenzy carries the pumpkin roll to the door, and it’s just the sweetest thing. She is so proud because she helps make them. Last year, she was seriously the biggest help, and she

never le my side. Right down to the very last pumpkin roll.

A few weeks ago, she asked, “Momma. When is our pumpkin roll day?”

I love that she looks forward to it. It teaches her, one, how to bake. Second, spending quality time together, mother/daughter, is so important. ird, just surprising someone with simple baked goods can completely make someone’s day. I love that I can now share this day with my daughter each year. anksgiving week is so busy, but I love it. en, comes that Friday a er anksgiving — it’s time to deck

those halls, baby! Take a deep breath, y’all; it’s about to be that crazy time of year.

Pumpkin Roll Ingredients:

• 3 eggs

• 1 cups sugar

• 2/3 canned pumpkin

• 1 tsp cinnamon

• 3/4 cup our

• 1 tsp baking powder

Directions:

Cream all the ingredients listed together with a mixer. Spread on a jelly roll pan lined with wax paper and

greased. Bake at 375 for 15 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes, then turn into a tea towel sprinkled with powdered sugar. Roll up and let sit in the refrigerator. When cooled, unroll and spread with lling. I like putting some icing in a sandwich bag, cutting the corner o to make a tip, and decorating the top with drizzled icing and fall sprinkles.

Filling:

• 1 (8) ounce cream cheese

• 1 1/4 cup powdered sugar

• 1 tsp vanilla

A er spreading with lling, roll up jelly-roll style.

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DECEMBER 2024 EVENTS

Monday-Friday 1:00pm-10:00pm • Saturday & Sunday 11:00am-10:00pm

Monday Pizza & Wings 5pm-8pm•Members & Guests Only

Tues-Thurs Kitchen Open 4:30pm-7:30pm•Members & Guests Only

3rd Tues Bingo - December 17 - 6pm•Members & Guests Only Not a Member – Ask Us How To Join!

Friday Dinners 4:30pm-7:30pm • Open to the Public

Dec 6th Beer Battered or Broiled Haddock or Ham Pot Pie

Dec 13th Beer Battered or Broiled Haddock or Open-Faced Roast Beef

Dec 20th Beer Battered or Broiled Haddock or Black Diamond Steak

Dec 27th Beer Battered or Broiled Haddock or Stuffed Peppers

Williamsport Sun November 21, 1944

Water Company Promises City New Reservoir

Compiled by Lou Hunsinger Jr.

Construction by the Williamsport Water Company of a new impounding reservoir on Mosquito Creek to supplement the city’s present mountain water supply, and to alleviate water shortages was announced today.

Mayor Leo C. Williamson received a communication this morning from Jerome Powers of New York, president of the corporation which the Williamsport Water Company is a part, stating that the Board of Directors have authorized the improvements here.

ers and Timothy Kelliher, manager of the Williamsport Water Company many times.

The mayor urged water company officials to make available to the city every possible water outlet in this area.

Surveys of the land are to be started at once and the actual construction to be started just as soon as possible. It was pointed out that the construction will not use a critical amount of war materials. The company owns the land in which the reservoir is to be constructed.

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For the past six months the mayor has advised of the water shortage crisis in the city, and if the drought continues it could be very serious. During this period Mayor Williamson held conferences with Mr. Pow-

This additional source of supply when completed will ensure the city ample mountain water for many years to come, Mayor Williamson stated. All present sources of supply will be maintained, it was stated.

Mayor Williamson has been assured by water company officials that this improvement will not carry with it an increase in water billing rates.

ORDER DEADLINE: NOV. 22nd

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20

Aries, put aside any errant musings and give important tasks your utmost attention this week. Energy is better spent on others, so keep this in mind when you get busy.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21

Taurus, your coworkers are all excited and fussing over a new development. Maintain an even keel as you assess the situation. You can be curious, but be guarded as well.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23

A few jobs need to get done, Libra. But a erwards you should have plenty of time for some social interaction, whether that be attending a party or simply enjoying a night out.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22

Scorpio, think about the things you want instead of what other people want. It’s alright to be a little sel sh once in a while and put yourself rst for a change.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21

Gemini, your love life is in a really good place this week, which enables you to spend some quality time with your special someone. A romantic dinner sounds like a good plan.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22

Your partner is the most important person in your life right now, Cancer. So much so that this week every bit of your attention will be focused his or her way.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, money could be burning a hole in your pocket, so you might want to go on a spending spree. Keep in mind that there are a few big-ticket purchases waiting in the wings.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22

You don’t always have to be decisive, Virgo. Sometimes you can kick back and let someone else make decisions for a change. is is a great way to rest and recharge.

Sagittarius, you could have fun this week and so may all the other people around you simply for being in your presence. is situation will continue in the days ahead.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20

Capricorn, the next challenge on your list could be a big one. But if there is anyone who can handle the pressure, it is you. Don’t be afraid to call on friends if you need them.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18

Aquarius, go out into the world and try a few new things. Your social energy and curiosity might peak this week, and you’ll need new experiences to feel satis ed.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20

Your nances might need an overhaul, Pisces. is could mean taking a new job or expanding what you’re doing to earn more. Start putting out feelers to gain information.

If

Santa’s Seniors ’Tis the Season

Cereals - oatmeal, dry/cold cereal cups

Macaroni & cheese

Snack size packs of crackers, pretzels,chips, cookies, etc.

Cup of soup, ramen noodles

Breakfast/granola bars

Seek & Find Books

Donations can be dropped off M-F 8:30am-4:00pm at:

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Lycoming County Library System to Install Book Walk in Trout Run

The Lycoming County Library System recently announced that it has received a $11,023.92 grant from the First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania’s Williamsport Lycoming Competitive Grant Cycle. e grant will fund the installation of a book walk in Trout Run Park, 10294 Lycoming Creek Road, aimed at promoting family reading, community engagement, and outdoor recreation.

A book walk is an innovative literacy initiative that displays an illustrated children’s book page-by-page along a walking path.

is will be the rst book walk in rural Lycoming County. e James V. Brown Library is also set to install a book walk in Young’s Woods Park in Williamsport, marking a signi cant advancement in literacy initiatives for the region.

Lewis Township Supervisor Stephen L. Sechrist expressed his support: “ e

addition of a book walk will greatly enhance the recreational o erings at the park, which already features a pavilion, creek access, playground, and open elds. It will encourage physical activity while promoting literacy and connect visitors with the outdoors in a unique way.”

Trout Run Park is over 16 miles from the nearest brick-and-mortar library, making access a challenge for many Lewis Township residents due to work, family obligations, or transportation limitations. e book walk will o er a library experience right in their local park.

nity for reading and learning outside of the six LCLS libraries’ business hours, available in any season, at no cost to local families.”

A ribbon-cutting ceremony is anticipated for spring 2025, with details to be announced once the book walk is installed.

e First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania (FCFP) works to improve the quality of life in north central Pennsylvania through community leadership, the promotion of philanthropy, the strengthening of nonpro t impact and the perpetual stewardship of charitable assets. Its vision is to create powerful communities through passionate giving.®

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e Lycoming County Library System currently provides outreach services to Trout Run Volunteer Fire Company and the Trout Run Park through its weekly visits by the Bookmobile and Book’s Bus mobile libraries.

“ is project will provide opportunities for community involvement, such as volunteer participation in the installation process, organizing book walk events, or collaborating with local schools and nearby organizations such as Camp Susque,” said System Administrator Amy C. Resh of the Lycoming County Library System. “ is project will ensure that there is a free opportu-

e Lycoming County Library System is committed to a vision of a vital and literate community. Established in 1983, the Lycoming County Library System comprises the six public libraries in Lycoming County: Hughesville Area Public Library, Jersey Shore Public Library, James V. Brown Library (Williamsport), Dr. W.B. Konkle Memorial Library (Montoursville), Montgomery Area Public Library, and Muncy Public Library. Each library is independently governed and operated by a local Board of Directors. For more information, visit https://lclspa.org/.

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Loyalsock Township High School Celebrates National Signing Day With Stellar Student-Athletes

Loyalsock Township High School (LTHS) proudly announces the signing of exceptional student-athletes who exemplify dedication, talent, and academic excellence. is day marked not only a celebration of athlet-

ic prowess but also a recognition of the commitment these individuals have shown both on and o the eld.

e signing ceremony included 2 student-athletes, each of whom has earned accolades in their respective sports and distinguished themselves as leaders in their academic pursuits.

e following students participated in the signing event on November 13:

– Lacey Kriebel: Basketball at Lock Haven University – Jadyn Wagner: Baseball at Elmira College

ese student-athletes have demonstrated extraordinary dedication, balancing rigorous training schedules with academic excellence. eir commitment to both athletic and academic pursuits exemplify the values at LTHS.

e signing ceremony was attended by proud parents, coaches, and fellow students, who shared excitement and anticipation for the next chapter in these student-athletes’ journeys.

LTHS extends its warmest congratulations to all our outstanding student-athletes and looks forward to supporting them as they continue to excel both athletically and academically. eir achievements are a testament to the spirit of determination and excellence that de nes our institution.

Oral Health & Beauty

Recently, while at Target picking up toothpaste, I noticed that the oral care aisle is starting to look more and more like the skincare aisle. Sure, there were the typical tubes of Crest value packs, but there were also sophisticatedly designed electric toothbrushes, organic mouthwashes, and other fancy-looking oral hygiene products. This got me wondering: Do teeth need their own beauty regiment? Here’s a rundown of some oral beauty products and practices to consider adding to your personal hygiene routine.

15-minute cycles, this device can improve teeth’s shade in one week. Colgate also boasts an LED device in their Optic White ComfortFit Teeth Whitening Kit, which boasts that it can remove 10 years of stains in just three days. Fiddling around with devices, while effective, may feel a bit too complicated for your daily brushing routine. For a less extreme treatment, check out Tarte’s Pearly Girl Vegan Teeth Whitening Pen. This pen dispenses a whitening gel directly onto your teeth for an instant glow-up of your enamel with a recommended use of four times daily.

Of course, we all need to maintain our teeth and gums, but there are a lot of accessible products out there tackling tooth beautification, mostly focused on whitening. Whitening toothpaste, strips, and other at-home systems have been around for quite some time, but now there are more gadgets and high-tech options for whitening and brightening teeth.

Moon Oral Beauty is a company that features brushes, pastes, and more impressive whitening tools, such as its Platinum Pro Glow Teeth Whitening Device. This glowing mouth guard works with their strips to whiten teeth as well as promote gum health and fresh breath via exposure to various LED lights. If used twice a day for

Good old Colgate also has whitening pens. Their version is an overnight product to be applied after you brush at bedtime to work as you sleep and brush off in the morning, promising to reduce stains in one week. If using a pen or gloss, I’d also recommend a dental check retractor to widen your mouth and keep lips cleared from your teeth while applying and waiting for the whitening agent to set. You can pick up disposable packs from Amazon. There are also whitening products that work like makeup, such as Hismile’s Glostick Tooth Gloss. This instant tooth brightener adds a pearlescent glow to your teeth when applied, and like cosmetics, may need to be touched up throughout the day

to maintain a whiter look. Another similar on-the-go option available from Target is the Lumineux Bright2 Dual Action Stain Repellent & Whitening Pen. Apply 30 minutes before eating or drinking, and this essential oil-based formulation is meant to block stains from coffee, tea, red wine, etc. It seems straightforward enough, but in all honesty, when I need coffee or red wine, for that matter, I don’t know if I can wait 30 minutes.

Of course, just switching up your current toothpaste and mouthwash may be all you need to enhance your smile. There are tons of whitening pastes, but so many of the main drugstore brands don’t seem that different one from the other.

A new trend in toothpaste that looks promising is purple paste. PurelyWhite Deluxe’s Advanced Brightening Serum is designed for the purple to counteract yellow discoloration for a whiter smile. And yes, Colgate and Crest also have purple options.

On the flip side of purple is activated charcoal paste. Charcoal soap and clay masks for the face have been around for a while, and now charcoal is working its way into your mouth. Hello’s Charcoal-Whitening toothpaste is made with tea tree oil and coconut oil and is fluoride-free. Boka’s Charcoal-Yuzu Mint Whitening n-Ha toothpaste is made from yuzu citrus and mint, as well as calcium to help strengthen enamel.

Regardless of your toothpaste, you should definitely floss for your general health. While flossing can be a chore, it can also be kind of fun, especially with CocoFloss’s

flavored dental floss. They have the classic mint, strawberry, watermelon, cake, and chocolate-flavored floss. So, if getting your little ones or your big ones to floss is a struggle, try to entice them with their favorite flavor.

Along with flossing is rinsing. Mouthwash can also work to whiten teeth, but its bigger role in oral beauty is mostly to kill off germs and keep gums healthy.

As recommended by my dentist, I use ACT’s Anticavity Mouthwash in the evenings, while in the morning, I start the day with Essential Oxygen’s Mouthwash + Brushing Rinse. Yep, two different mouthwashes, one for morning and one for night. Plus, my kids have their own ACT mouthwash, which is watermelon-flavored. Needless to say, our sink is very crowded.

Another doctor’s recommendation you may want to add to your routine is using a water pick. My daughter’s orthodontist suggested getting one as we begin her journey with braces. Waterpik’s Water Flosser for Kids features a small, safe, and simple design for easy use by little hands. There’s also Bixdo’s A30 Pro Water Dental Flosser, which is cordless and more portable, taking up less space by the sink.

In general, the idea of oral beauty is really just building off of what dentists have been advising for years: twice-daily brushing, flossing, and rinsing. If you want to play around with different products for your already established routine or add in some high-tech LED devices to enhance your smile, hopefully, this will give you a few ideas to get started.

PUBLIC ESTATE AUCTION #587

Thursday, Nov. 21st, 2024 at 5:00PM

92 Industrial Park Rd., Muncy, PA (Selling at our Gallery on the Farm, Look for the Windmill) Antiques / Collectibles / Furniture / Milk Bottles & Memorabilia / David Armstrong Prints / Firearms / Kubota B2630 HSD-F 4x4 Diesel Tractor / Simplicity Prestige Lawn Tractor

5:00 or There ‘bouts – (OUTBACK):Misc. Furnishings –Patio Furnishings – Kubota B2630 Diesel Tractor, 670 hours comes with LA403 Loader bucket & HD John Deere 60” Snowblade attachment – Heritage HSS60 3 Pt. hitch Brush Hog – Simplicity Prestige 27 hp Lawn Tractor w/ Elec. Deck Lift & Locking Rear End, 383 hours.

5:45 – (MAIN HALL): Antiques / Collectibles / Milk Bottles & Advertising Memorabilia – Vintage medicine/bitters bottles – Longaberger Baskets – David Armstrong Framed Prints “Grounders”, “Side Porch”, “May Flowers” & “Her Story” -& MUCH MORE!!

6:30 – FURNITURE: Dining Room Table & Chairs – Small light wood corner cupboard –Leather Recliner, Burgundy – Vintage 5 pc. Dark wood Bedroom Set, w/ queen box/mattress – Nice hardwood, light colored dinette w/ drop in insert & Chairs - & MUCH MORE!!

6:45 – GUNS:Smith & Wesson Mdl 43C .22 cal. Rvlvr – Ithaca London Twist 12 ga. Dbl – Keystone Sporting Mdl 722 Bolt .22 cal. – Winchester Mdl 94 Lever 30/30 SN 1963296 – Ithaca Mdl 37 Pump 12 ga. – Savage B22 Mag .22 WRM – High Point 9mm Mdl 995 –Savage Axis 25/06 – Mauser 8mm 1898 – Walther .380 PK380 Pstl – Mossberg 12 ga.

MVRK Mdl 88 Pump – Remington Mdl 760 Gamemaster 30/06 Sprgfl d – Lefever Arms 12 ga. Dbl, Damascus – Springfi eld Armory .30 cal. M1 SN 2451994 – Misc. Accessories -

Auctioneer Note: FULL listing & pictures on auctionzip.com (enter #5545) or GoToAuctions.com (enter 5228).Chairs provided, good food and laughter is available!!. Terms: Cash or good PA check.Credit cards (include lost 3% Discount).All verbal statements take precedence over previously written materials. All items are sold “AS IS, WHERE IS”, No guaranties made by the seller.Signifi cant Incident Date 11/23/24. “NO BUYER’S PREMIUM”. FFL regulations adhered to, Dealers bring copy of FFL.

The Lamb Lies Down in 2024: Genesis Classic Turns 50

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hen I was a teen in the glory days of rock ’n’ roll, my father had access to free concert tickets through his work at a daily newspaper. With his help, I got clutch seats for heyday shows by Lynyrd Skynyrd, Billy Joel, James Taylor, Jimmy Bu ett, Rush, ELO, Tom Petty and the Grateful Dead — among many others.

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One spring in 1976, I asked if he had anything for an upcoming Genesis concert; I’d heard the band was good but knew nothing about their music.

Su ce it to say, that moment kinda changed my life.

A friend and I wound up in the second row for the band’s now-legendary Trick of the Tail tour — the rst time Phil Collins handled vocals, with prog-rock hero Bill Bruford (of Yes) taking over on percussion.

My pal and I emerged feeling like we’d just returned from another planet. Quickly buying up every available recording, I soon discovered the band’s masterpiece — a double-LP entitled e Lamb Lies Down on Broadway. I’m not the only one who feels this is, quite simply, the greatest rock album ever made.

As it happens, the record is celebrating its 50th anniversary this week.

Released November 22, 1974, Lamb is a 22-track, 94-minute rock opera that boasts astonishing variety, dazzling invention and the peerless musicianship of Collins on drums — along with Peter Gabriel (lead vocals), Steve Hackett (guitar), Tony Banks (keys) and Mike Rutherford (bass and 12-string).

All ve went on to successful solo careers — the latter scoring with 80s pop-group Mike + the Mechanics, while Collins and Gabriel moved millions of records and played sold-out shows around the world.

But for me, e Lamb remains their nest moment.

Story-wise, it tells the surreal saga of a Puerto Rican youth who is inexplicably transported from downtown Manhattan to an Alice-in-Wonderland world of tricky traps, deformed humans, bizarre beasts and ba ing dilemmas. e tale is recounted in Gabriel’s lyrics, and a sprawling prose version found in teensy type on the album’s liner.

As for the music, I don’t think it’s ever been surpassed in dexterity and innovation.

There’s thunderous prog-rock (“Back in N.Y.C.,” “Lilywhite Lilith”); prickly, acrobatic jams (“Riding the Scree”); the comic lunacy of “Counting Out Time” and “Grand Parade of Lifeless Packaging”; and the avant-garde “Waiting Room,” with dissonant tinkling and caterwauling that used to drive my cats bonkers.

There are slow, somber instrumentals; elegant harmonies and stately pauses in “Chamber of 32 Doors” (my personal fave, sounding for all the world like Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young); the soft, meditative “Carpet Crawlers” — a minor hit that become a Genesis concert staple for decades; and best of all, the climactic “It” — a lush, soaring anthem that still sounds like it was written about five years from now.

And those time signatures!

That’s the basic recurring pattern of beats in a song, and most rock uses a plain old four-beat structure called 4/4. Lamb begins and ends with this — but in between, it highlights such common variations as 2/4 and 3/4, plus the trickier 7/8, 9/8, 12/8 and even the rare 6/4.

(I’m guessing on some of these; though the number of beats is usually obvious, few popular bands use anything but 2, 3 or 4 — and exact time signatures can be tough to peg.)

And let’s not forget the individual musicianship: Collins’s amazing drum-work (just listen to the texture he creates on “Colony of Slippermen”); Rutherford’s meaty but nimble bass; Hackett’s pio-

neering solos (some all but unrecognizable as guitar); and Banks’s eclectic keys — with operatic synth, sprightly piano and classical-style solos.

All this is bolstered by help from famed producer Brian Eno, who has also worked with David Bowie, U2, Coldplay and the Talking Heads.

Over it all run Gabriel’s wide-ranging vocals: screaming anger through “Back in N.Y.C.”; plaintive elegy in “The Lamia”; antic bewilderment in “Counting Out Time”; and the deliriously overdubbed “Grand Parade.”

His lyrics, meanwhile, refer to Greek mythology, Groucho Marx, Caryl Chessman, Glenn Miller, the Bible, Marshall McLuhan, James Bond and John Keats; plus, you have to love any lyricist who uses the obscure English word slubberdegullion.

After the album’s release, Gabriel was contacted by director William Friedkin, fresh off his cinematic double-whammy with The Exorcist and The French Connection; but a film version of Lamb never materialized.

The band’s 1974-75 tour featured the entire album played start to finish; one of these extraordinary performances is beautifully preserved on 1998’s Genesis Archive (1967-75).

Fans should look for Steve Hackett’s forthcoming U.S. tour, which will feature highlights from the album. Dates have not been announced just yet; check hackettsongs.com.

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UPMC Expert: Don’t Let a Fall Sideline Your Holiday Plans

By Kayla Keen, RN Trauma and Injury Prevention Coordinator, UPMC Williamsport

s the holiday season approaches, you probably have a lot on your to-do list – holiday parties and gatherings, shopping for gifts, and vacations – and all that hustle and bustle, good and bad, could come to a screeching stop by a fall injury.

When you’re younger, falling may be nothing more than a bit embarrassing. However, as we get older it can be startling, upsetting, and life changing. Falls are a serious health issue among seniors, and unfortunately, falls are a common occurrence. According to the National Council on Aging, every 11 seconds a senior is treated in the emergency department for a fall, and one in four Americans over the age of 65 experiences a fall each year.

The holiday season, which often means colder temps, snow, and ice in northcentral Pa., is a great time to highlight the importance of understanding what causes falls and how to avoid them.

Common Causes for Falls

It’s true that as we age our chances of having a fall increase, but falls are not inevitable. Risk factors that can affect a person of any age include:

– Weak muscles, especially in the legs

– Poor balance, causing unsteadiness on

your feet

– Dizziness or lightheadedness

– History of blackouts, fainting, or loss of consciousness

– Foot problems, including pain and deformities

– Memory loss, confusion, or difficulties with thinking or problem-solving

– Vision and hearing problems

– Taking medication that makes you dizzy or drowsy

Tips to Avoid Falls

Fall prevention is about identifying and managing the risks related to your health, well-being, and environment. Consider the following:

– Get your vision checked by a doctor. As you age, less light reaches the retina in your eye. This can make your vision blurry and tripping on unseen obstacles can make it easy to fall.

– Install railings on stairs. Install railings on both sides of every staircase in your home. Rails on both sides allow you to maneuver the steps comfortably without having to rely as much on touch and sight. It can also help stabilize you while navigating the steps.

– Light up your house. Turning on the lights throughout the house, especially at the bottom of the stairs, improves visibility so you can avoid tripping.

– Clear walking paths in every room of your house. Clear a path to and from every room throughout your house. Many peo-

ple enjoy decorating for the holidays which can mean added hazards in and around the home. Make sure you can see a path clearly and don’t store items on the floor. Clear walkways allow you to move quickly without worry of tripping.

– Keep a phone close to your common seating area. Rushing to the phone for fear of missing a call is a common cause of falls for seniors. By keeping a phone close to a common seating area, you eliminate the rush to pick up the receiver. Setting up a voicemail box or answering machine is also useful. Additionally, many cell phone companies now offer easy-to-use phones for seniors which can be easily carried.

– Exercise regularly to improve balance. As you age, it’s important to stay active and keep moving. Physical activity, even if it’s low impact, can improve your core strength and balance. For example, a Tai Chi class, water aerobics, or simply walking can all help reduce your risk of falling.

– Wear sensible and weather-appropriate shoes. Wear shoes that Velcro or tie, fit properly, and have a rubber sole. Not only will they reduce your joint pain, they can help prevent you from slipping or stumbling. You can also speak with your doctor about specialty shoes that can be tailored to your needs.

– Avoid hazardous weather. Ice, snow, and wind increase risks for falls so when you’re planning to head out, ensure your sidewalks and driveway are clear. If you have limited mobility, coordinate in advance to have a family member, neighbor, or friend, or hire a professional to remove snow and ice for you. It’s not worth putting yourself at an added

risk to take care of them yourself.

After a Fall

Falls can cause head injuries which can be very serious, especially if you are taking certain medicines (like blood thinners). If you do fall, the first thing you need to do is stay calm. If you have a medical alert system, use it. You do not want to cause further injury from trying to move or get up after a fall. If you try to stand, it is easier to roll to one side, and then slowly pull yourself up on your hands and knees. Crawl to a sturdy chair or table and slowly push yourself up to standing. If you need immediate assistance and do not have a medical alert, try to safely reach a phone and call 911.

Prevention and Planning are Key

Many people who fall, even if they’re not injured, become afraid of falling. This fear may cause a person to cut down on their everyday activities. When a person is less active, they become weaker and this increases their chances of falling. Don’t let a fall limit you or a loved one’s quality of life.

Remember, older adults usually fall because multiple factors increase their risk, and a stumble or moment of weakness triggers the actual fall. Know that risk factors can be health-based and related to chronic medical conditions or medications, as well as environmental, and involve the home or outside environment. Work with your doctor to help you understand personal fall risk factors and develop an individualized fall prevention plan.

Kayla Keen, RN, is the trauma and injury prevention coordinator for UPMC Williamsport. For more information, go to UPMC. com/NorthCentralPa.

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King David employed extreme measures to cover up his adulterous affair with Bathsheba, the wife of Uriah. His plan worked. David got away with adultery and murder.

What David didn’t take into consideration was the love God had for him and the purposes God had for his life. God could not allow David to live a lie.

So God sent Nathan the Prophet to expose David’s sin,

The Lord sent Nathan to David. When he came to him, he said, “There were two men in a certain town, one rich and the other poor. The rich man had a very large number of sheep and cattle, but the poor man had nothing except one little ewe lamb he had bought. He raised it, and it grew up with him and his children. It shared his food, drank from his cup, and even slept in his arms. It was like a daughter to him. Now, a traveler came to the rich man, but the rich man refrained from taking one of his own sheep or cattle to prepare a meal for the traveler who had come to him. Instead, he took the ewe lamb that belonged to the poor man and prepared it for the one who had come to him.

David burned with anger against the man and said to Nathan, “As surely as the Lord lives, the man who did this must die! He must pay for that lamb four times over because he did such a thing and had no pity.”

Then Nathan said to David, “You are the man! II Samuel 12:1-7 At that moment, David’s sin was exposed.

Simon had gotten away with his sin, too. On that fateful night, when he denied knowing Jesus, he was in a dark and obscure location surrounded by strangers. It’s true that he vehemently denied knowing Jesus three times, but it appeared that no one he knew was there to hear it. As far as he was concerned, he had gotten away with it. In the days that followed, he never mentioned it.

After the resurrection, Simon Peter decided to go back to fishing. What choice did he have? He was certain his denials of Jesus had disqualified him from being Peter, the Rock of the Church. A few of the other disciples joined him. They fished all night but caught nothing. As morning dawned, a stranger on shore directed them to throw their net on the other side of the boat. They did, and they hauled in a great number of fish. That’s when they realized the stranger was Jesus.

After eating breakfast, Jesus had a conversation with Simon,

“Simon, son of John, do you love me more than these?” “Yes, Lord,” he said, “you know that I love you.” Jesus said, “Feed my lambs.” Again, Jesus said, “Simon, son of John, do you love me?” He answered, “Yes, Lord, you know that I love you.” Jesus said, “Take care of my sheep.” The third time he said to him, “Simon, son of John, do you love me?” Peter was hurt because Jesus asked him the third time, “Do you love me?” He said, “Lord, you know all things; you know that I love you.” In that moment, Simon’s sin of denial was exposed. Like King David, God loved Simon and had a purpose for his life. God could not allow him to live a lie, so Jesus exposed his sin and reinstated him as Peter. Exposure is defined as the revelation of something concealed for inappropriate purposes. Exposure is an extremely painful form of God’s grace. But make no mistake, exposure lets a fallen man know that God still loves him and has a purpose for his life. As always, grace is painful before it is amazing.

My friend, you really need to hear this: God loves you, and He has a purpose for your life. He will not allow you to live a lie. He will expose your sin. You will be found out. That may sound awful, but it is God’s grace to you. Exposure, as painful as it may be, is the first step toward healing and restoration. When it happens, you will hate it, but it is your best day. It is the day you discover that God still loves you and has a purpose for your life. For a man who has suffered a devastating moral failure, that’s really good news.

Exposure doesn’t have to happen. There

is another way to deal with moral failure. It is called confession. Instead of waiting to be exposed, we always have the option of confessing what we have done. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. I John 1:9

Try to imagine how the story of King David would have been different had he immediately confessed his sin with Bathsheba. Doing so would have been painful for David and for Uriah, but Uriah’s life would have been spared, Bathsheba would have remained with her husband, and it is likely the child born to Bathsheba would have lived. Confession is always better than coverup and exposure.

Is there something you’re hiding? Do you believe you have gotten away with it? Be warned: if God loves you and has a purpose for your life, your sin will be exposed. Jesus said,

There is nothing concealed that will not be disclosed or hidden that will not be made known. Luke 12:2

Confession is the better option. If there’s something you’re hiding, my suggestion is to make an appointment with a pastor or counselor and get it out in the open. They will be able to help guide you through the best way to move forward. Life is too short to live a lie and to carry the burden of shame and hypocrisy. Confession will lead your heart and spirit to healing. Therefore, confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective. James 5:16

For many, the hallmark of the holiday season is time with cherished loved ones, and there are few better places to spend those special moments together than gathered around a beautiful seasonal spread. By adding a little creative air to the menu, and a signature ingredient like grapes, you can elevate any dish - from snacks and main courses to sides, desserts and even cocktails.

Compatible with an array of other foods, grapes can add avor, texture and beauty to dishes and take hosting to the next level thanks to their delicate sweetness and juicy texture.

Available into January and perfect for the holiday season, fresh Grapes from California can add a crisp, juicy burst of avor to salads like this Lemony Grapes and Greens Salad. Or take advantage of

the versatility of grapes by roasting them to intensify the avor of an appetizer such as Balsamic-Roasted Grape and Burrata Crostini or muddling into a sweet and savory Grape Basil Martini, which highlights their delicate sweetness in a festive manner.

and avor to dining tables and work well with a wide variety of themes and color palettes.

• Floral Arrangements: Red, green and black grapes pair perfectly with a wide variety of owers and greenery to add color, texture and depth to oral arrangements.

• Grape and Mint Ice Cubes: Grapes freeze well and make for a perfect replacement for ice cubes in cocktails. Simply freeze sliced grapes and mint in ice cube trays with a bit of water then add to favorite cocktails.

• Chocolate-Dipped Grapes: Dipped in white, milk or dark chocolate varieties, grapes can be paired with desserts like cheesecake or served on their own.

• Cake Decor: Red, green and black grapes are ideal decor for frosted cakes, serving as edible decorations that add color and elegance to each tier.

Balsamic-Roasted Grape and Burrata Crostini

Using Grapes as Holiday Decor Clusters of colorful grapes are beautiful, tasty additions to many holiday tables. However, their use goes well beyond serving as an appealing addition to holiday recipes. Consider these ways you can utilize grapes when setting out your seasonal spread:

Prep time: 15 minutes

Cook time: 30 minutes

Servings: 8

Ingredients:

• Vase Filler: Use grapes instead of glass gems or foam to hold owers in place in a vase. Grapes keep oral arrangements completely natural and extend color throughout the vase.

• Trim the Turkey: A er placing the turkey on a large platter, decorate with a variety of fresh herbs and small bunches of grapes for friends and family to admire before it’s gobbled up.

• Set the Table: Grapes add color, texture

• 3 cups red or black Grapes from California

• 1/4 cup white or traditional balsamic vinegar

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

• 8 ounces burrata cheese

• 3 tablespoons roasted, salted pistachio kernels, coarsely chopped

• fresh basil, snipped

• 24 so or toasted baguette slices

Directions:

Preheat oven to 425 F and line baking sheet with large piece of foil; fold in sides slightly to form rim.

Place grapes on foil and top with vinegar, olive oil and sea salt. Stir lightly to coat grapes. Roast 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes. Let cool slightly.

Place cheese in decorative shallow bowl and top with grapes. Sprinkle with pistachios and basil. Serve with baguette slices.

Nutritional information per serving: 290 calories; 11 g protein; 35 g carbohydrates; 12 g fat (37% calories from fat); 5 g saturated fat (16% calories from saturated fat); 20 mg cholesterol; 390 mg sodium; 1 g ber.

Lemony Grapes and Greens Salad

Prep time: 25 minutes

Servings: 6

Ingredients: Lemon Vinaigrette:

• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

• 3 tablespoons lemon juice

• 1 tablespoon honey

• 2 teaspoons spicy brown or stoneground mustard

• 1 garlic clove, minced

• 1/8 teaspoon sea salt

• 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Salad:

• 10 cups mixed torn greens (endive, watercress, frisee or butter lettuce)

• 1 1/2 cups halved Grapes from California

• 1/2 cup slivered red onion

• 1 large rm but ripe avocado, peeled, pitted and diced

• 1/3 cup roasted, salted pistachio kernels

Directions:

To make lemon vinaigrette: In small bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, honey, mustard, garlic, salt and pepper.

To make salad: In large bowl, mix greens, grapes and onion. Drizzle with dressing and toss well to coat. Add avocado and toss lightly. Sprinkle with pistachios.

Nutritional information per serving: 230 calories; 4 g protein; 19 g carbohydrates; 17 g fat (67% calories from fat); 2.5 g saturated fat (10% calories from saturated fat); 0 mg cholesterol; 130 mg sodium; 5 g ber.

Grape Basil Martini Servings: 1

Ingredients:

• 3 basil leaves, torn, plus 1 full leaf for

garnish

• 5 green Grapes from California, halved, plus 2 whole grapes for garnish

• 2 ounces gin

• 1/4-ounce sweet muscat wine

• 1 ounce lemon juice

• 1-ounce simple syrup

• ice Directions:

In cocktail shaker, muddle basil and grapes with gin. Add sweet wine, lemon juice and simple syrup; shake gently. Strain into rocks glass lled with ice. Garnish with basil leaf and oat two grapes on top.

Nutritional information per serving: 229 calories; 0 g protein; 24 g carbohydrates; 0 g fat (0% calories from fat); 0 mg cho-

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Not Too Shambolic: Six More Outliers From Webb’s “Weird Words”

By Joseph W. Smith III

Most hardcover English dictionaries offer something like a quarter of a million words.

The excellent American Heritage, currently in its fifth edition, comes closer to 400,000—while the fascinating but idiosyncratic Collins now carries over 700,000 entries.

Which is my way of saying that even though Webb’s “Weird Words” has now reached its 69th installment, we won’t be done anytime soon. My own running list of oddball vocab now stands at exactly 2600, and I’m about to add a dozen more from recent reading.

Here’s a brand-new selection from that sprawling document:

Chinquapin (CHING-kuh-pin, noun) – A dwarf chestnut tree, or the nut thereof. Probably a Native American term—Algonquian, to be specific.

Culm (culm, noun) – Dust or other waste from coal-mining—known colloquially in the industry as slack.

Can also indicate a (usually) jointed or hollow grass stem, which Merriam-Webster identifies as monocotyledonous. Phew! I’m not even gonna try

to pronounce that one. And its definition—involving embryos, organs & flowers, while also including the term angiospermous—is pretty challenging too.

Emprosthotonos (em-pross-THAWTuh-nuss, noun) – Again from Merriam-Webster—because a lot of other dictionaries don’t have this word: “a tetanic spasm in which the head and feet are brought forward toward each other and the back arched.” When I googled this, the search-engine came up with an image which looks mighty uncomfortable.

Tetanic, incidentally, is from tetanus, a condition against which nearly all of us have been immunized; and it does indeed involve these sorts of painful spasms and convulsions.

OK—enough hard science from an English teacher; I’m feeling out of my depth!

Jugulate (JUG-yuh-late, verb) – A now-obsolete word meaning to kill by cutting the throat. So of course that’s related to jugular—the vein in your neck that essentially takes blood from the head to the heart.

Now in case we seem to be straying back into science: Jug- is a Latin base that can also be spelled junct-. Meaning

“to join,” it has given us the word above (in the sense of joining brain and body), along with many others—including junction, joint, rejoin and conjugate.

Pluvial (PLOO-vee-ul, adjective) –Having to do with rain. According to the terri c Random House College Dictionary, it can also be styled as pluvious.

Etymologically, it is related to ow, which is actually a fairly similar word if you keep in mind P and F are both made with the lips; hence the F sound of words like phone and phobia. (Pronouncing W and V likewise involves the lips.)

Shambolic (sham-BALL-ick, adjective) – Meaning “completely disorga-

nized” or “chaotic” (Collins), this informal British term is essentially the adjective form of shambles (as in, “ is room is a shambles! Don’t you ever clean in here?!”).

On a mildly interesting trivia note: Before it meant a general mess, shambles was initially a term for a slaughterhouse or butchery. Naturally, it acquired its broader and better-known meaning from the frequent messiness of these places in olden times.

And if your yard it starting to look like one at this cold and blustery time of year, get out there with your rake—before something pluvial comes along to make it way too wet and heavy!

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The Roving Sportsman… So, You Got a Bear! Now What?

By Jon Pries

You head to “Bear Camp” on Friday evening and hang out with the guys playing cards and telling tall tales of past hunts. You rise and shine early on Saturday morning. After a hearty breakfast, you all head out to put on a drive or two in the roughest and most rugged territory you can find in hopes of finding a bear that is resting up after a night of filling his belly with acorns or nearby field corn. On the second drive, a big old male bear comes lumbering your way, and you down it with a single well-placed shot! And then you wonder, “Now what?”

Since the Pennsylvania 4-day regular firearm season for bears starts this Saturday, November 23rd, you might want to consider your options if you are fortunate enough to have success this season. Taking a black bear in Pennsylvania is not a common occurrence, and a successful hunter has a number of things that can be done to commemorate the event.

Taxidermy work:

Generally speaking, most folks think of having a rug made from the hide of their first bear. The good news is that there are several really good taxidermists in our area, and over the next few days, you might want to contact them to talk about pricing and turnaround time to have the work done. Usually, a rug is priced on the length of the hide, with a per-foot charge applied. A second popular option is a shoulder mount. Remember that your bear’s skull is not used in a rug or shoulder mount, so you might consider having it cleaned for display on a shelf in your trophy area. Perhaps the best result for the skull is to take it to someone who has beetles and does a great job of cleaning the skull for eventual display.

The meat:

Some folks mistakenly believe that bear meat is not very pleasant to eat! I beg to differ, having found that properly prepared bear meat is excellent. In fact, I know of a nearby hunting club that has an annual game dinner where

three types of game meat are o ered — wild turkey, deer, and bear — for the main meal. Believe it or not, the bear meat is the rst to go! So, how is it prepared?

Using roasts selected from the hindquarters, the meat is trimmed o any fat and then placed on a rack, which is slow-roasted until well done. Only salt and pepper are applied before placing it in the oven, where the slow cooking allows any remaining fat to drip away from the meat. e roast is then thinly sliced across the grain and presented for consumption. is way, the meat has a slightly sweet and somewhat nutty avor.

Over the years, I have taken some bear meat to a local processor and had breakfast sausage made. Time and time again, whenever I have presented it to someone to try for the rst time, they are pleasantly surprised at how great it tastes. To be honest, the end result of any sausage is totally dependent upon the ingredients used in its making and the amount of smoking that is done. It is truly my favorite breakfast sausage, and it is an excellent use of bear meat.

Just like venison burgers, ground bear meat or bear burger has a multi-

tude of uses. In fact, any way that you can think of to use hamburger is a way to substitute the bear burger — thus allowing you to be able to consume organic, free-range meat that does not include all of the FDA-approved chemicals and processing additives that you get in store-bought meats. A very avorful meal is a bear burger with oyster mushrooms. Oyster mushrooms can be found in the wild, are relatively easy to identify, and come in two varieties — the summer oyster mushroom and the winter oyster mushroom. Winter oyster mushrooms are a bit rmer and a bit more avorful than the summer variety, but either is a good addition to a bear burger. A second use of the bear burger is making a meatloaf. Combine 3/4 ground bear meat with 1/4 ground beef, and then add your other usual ingredients to make a very tasty meatloaf. Don’t forget the fat:

Bear fat has a variety of very di erent used. Steve Rinella, the popular TV personality from “ e Meateater” show, will tell you that bear fat is his very rst choice for use in frying just about anything. Rendered bear fat can also be applied to leather to so en and preserve it!

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I’m sure it comes as no surprise that I am an avid fisherman, and when it comes to catching trout, the flyrod is my first choice.

My number one presentation with the flyrod would be dry flies drifted into the path of a rising trout; there’s just something really exciting about setting that hook into the jaws of a rising trout and feeling that sudden bend in the rod.

Ken Hunter

dry fly fishing with warming water and a variety of hatches.

As we move into the fall months, hatches diminish considerably, and often, the surface activity is now centered around terrestrials like ants, crickets, grasshoppers, and other land-based insects.

If asked, I suspect that most fly fishermen would probably have the same response as I do — a dry fly presentation to a rising trout.

When trout season rolls around in April, and especially into May and June, the dry fly fishing really picks up with all kinds of flies hatching and trout often feeding heavily on the flies as they drift by.

This period is one of the best for

By November and into December, the last thing most fly fishermen are thinking about is making surface presentations; in fact, most fly fishing types have already hung up their flyrods for the winter.

I say all of this because Terry Wineberg, a fly-fishing buddy of mine, told me he picked up a pretty good number of trout while fishing dry flies in late October. With the warm weather and the lack of rain, the streams are actually in decent shape if you can locate some deep enough holes to

Pictured: Lori Shaw, Ashley Scheibeler, Kourtney Myers, Shawn McCormick, Charlene Sterner, Karen Richie, Corey Pollom, Maria Hengler, Nicole Brooks, Melissa Eshleman, and Suzie Barton

It was November the h before I had a chance to get out and see for myself if I could produce some action on dry ies. I certainly wasn’t expecting much, but to my surprise, when I arrived at one of our local streams, I spotted a good number of sh taking something on the surface.

I couldn’t determine what they were taking, but I tied on an old, reliable Adams in a size 14 and started to pick up sh. I also succeeded with a 16 blue-winged olive, o en produced throughout the summer months.

It was the rst time I ever caught trout on dry ies in November, and it certainly wasn’t what I expected in early November. To be honest, my shing buddies and I usually think about getting our ice- shing gear together in November.

I’m sure the unusually warm weather this fall contributed to that y shing success. Also, a lack of rain kept the streams quite clear and low- owing, helping to keep

water temperatures up some and probably encouraging more active trout feeding.

If you had told me a couple of weeks ago that I would be taking trout on a dry y in November, I would have had some serious doubts, but not anymore.

In the meantime, I think I’ll gather all my deer hunting gear and my ice- shing gear.

Three Sign from a Team That Shines

South Williamsport’s three-peat District IV championship titles and deep runs into the PIAA state so ball playo s, including last year’s appearance in the AA state championship game, have continually raised the expectations of Lady Mounties fans. But the groundwork for the hardware that has been accumulated was laid long before today’s high school stars ever donned the Mounties blue and white.

e team, including its seven senior veterans, began playing the game at

young ages, and as they enter their nal year of scholastic competition, doors have opened to continue playing the game they love at the collegiate level.

Last week, three of the team’s members did what they’ve spent years doing together – this time, all signing a college commitment on the same day before approving fans gathered in the school cafeteria.

One-by-one they took center stage for the announcement: pitcher Alizabeth Schuler to Bloomsburg University to study nursing; catcher Lily Reidy to

Lowery

Seton Hill to study clinical exercise science; and shortstop Gianna Goodman to Lock Haven University to study health sciences.

Following the formal signing ceremonies, each player took the time to share their thoughts with Webb Weekly Alizabeth Schuler

“Leading up to my decision, there were a lot of telephone calls and talking with coaches, all aimed at trying to nd the best t. Over the years, I’ve visited the Bloomsburg campus many times, playing in tournaments, and always felt comfortable. As I narrowed my choices, the people I talked to at Bloom made me feel right at home.

“College will be a new experience. Just the thought of moving in, not having my family with me, and having to be on my own makes me a bit nervous, but I know I made the right choice.

“I think I really fell in love with so ball when I was eight and started playing travel ball. Looking back, I am now 17, and for the past 10 years, so many weekends of my life have been spent playing the game. By the time I entered seventh grade, playing so ball at the

college level became a goal I wanted to achieve.

“So ball has provided so many great memories, both on and o the eld. e many long bus rides with teammates and coaches a er wins and the three district championships we have won all produced moments that made me so happy.

“I’ve been in and out of so ball mode pretty much year-round. I just nished my last tournament a week ago, and now I have a little brain break until we start up again for the high school season. While I’ll still be concentrating on what I need to do for the season it is not going to overtake my life.

“But I still have a lot of un nished business. It starts with our rst game of the season and ends with a state championship!”

Lily Reidy

“When I went to the Seton Hill campus, it was beautiful. When I met the coach, I just loved her. She was super welcoming, fun to talk to and has built a great program. It just seemed like the right t for me.

“I think my biggest adjustment will be maintaining all the work with my major and all the practices, get into the ow and maintain good grades.

“Ever since I started playing so ball at about ve, I knew that is what I wanted to do in college. at was my goal, and

being able to accomplish that really feels good. So ball is something that brings me joy. If I am feeling down, just picking up a bat and getting on the eld makes me feel good again.

“I have really enjoyed this group of girls, but as young kids, we didn’t know what we were getting into. But this whole journey, including going to the Little League So ball World Series and then to the Pennsylvania state championship and then signing to play college so ball with two of my teammates on the same day, is the kind of family and sisterhood we have built here.

“Before we went to the World Series, we were in the dugout, and Coach

Goodman told us we had a chance, and we all thought he was crazy. But then we kept winning, and a er that, I just knew we were going to go places. I’m going to

carry all these memories with me.”

Gianna Goodman

“As soon as I went to Lock Haven on the rst visit, I felt at home with the players and coaches. ey were extremely nice, and it just felt right.

“College will be a big adjustment for me. Living on campus, not being with my family every day, not being around my high school friends, and so ballwise will be a lot more work, but I think I will be all right.

“Since I was eight years old, I’ve always thought about playing college so ball, so it has been a priority in my life. e game means a lot to me and is very important. e greatest memory I’ve

had is winning big games with my best friends by my side. ere is nothing better than experiencing these moments with your best friends. I’m proud of what we have been able to accomplish together.

“Personally, being selected as an AllState player at two positions (second base & shortstop) is a tremendous honor. It shows all my hard work has paid o and is something that makes me proud.”

Every great novel has an informative beginning, leading to a suspenseful nal chapter. While that nal chapter for this Mountaineer so ball team has yet to be written, it’s been a long-running best seller for its’ appreciative fan base.

Alizabeth Schuler, Lily Reidy, and Gianna Goodman

Tis the season, folks. We are now getting geared for our winter sports. Yes, this is my favorite time of year. It brings back so many memories.

I am no longer coaching hoops but look forward to spending many nights in the area’s gymnasiums.

My son Jensen is now a sophomore. He plays basketball for the Millionaires. I won’t miss a game. Home and away. I purchased some extra miles. Smartphone. Dumb user. But I gured out how to use my online calendar. I included the Lycoming Warriors and many others.

Jamie Spencer

marching bands and competitive cheerleading. Fantastic stu . is area is so well represented. Many District IV crowns and state recognitions. Some teams and individuals are still competing. Two squads I admire and know quite well are lacing it up this evening. I am very proud of these two programs.

I also want to see some old college friends who are still in the business. Heck. I may even watch a little wrestling.

IPT SPORTS plans to broadcast. Sign me up, Coach. I am always looking for ways to stay a oat. My win percentage is going up. Our schedule will be released shortly. My nights are full. I love it.

Congratulations to those who nished a great fall. Kudos to all of our student-athletes. Much love to their coaches and parents, too. It takes a village.

We had some great action right here in Lycoming County. Football. Volleyball. Soccer. Field Hockey. Tennis. Cross Country and Golf. I would also add

e Muncy Indians are exceptional. ey became the 2024 District IV Class A Champions. Muncy has a very potent o ense. ey were rolling last week in a 42-6 domination of Line Mountain. is is Muncy’s h title since 2016, but it was the rst time Muncy won a district and league crown since 1986. Say what?

Austin Johnson is a great dude. He leads the Indians with his impressive runs. My man went over 2,000 yards this season. Austin is a great athlete, and he recently signed his letter of intent to wrestle at Oklahoma State University.

Landyn Womer was also solid. e other tailback tallied an impressive 1,100 yards. Stiles Eyer is a great dual-threat option. e senior quarterback threw for 1,000 yards and 13 touchdowns. An awesome o ensive attack that scored some points this season. Props to the o ensive line. ey were just as spectacular.

Well done to Ken Hampe, Nick Dela-

ny, Evan Trostle, Tyler Humphrey, Nixon Lamper, Jackson Guardini (Sorry for butchering your name all season), and Cam Kamerer. Bravo to Coach Sean Tetreault and the rest of the Indians.

The Williamsport Millionaires also captured the 2024 banner. They defeated top-seeded Wilkes-Barre 14-0 on the road last week. It was their second PIAA District II/IV since 1995. Impressive. Williamsport started the season on fire. They were 4-0, then ran into a buzzsaw. The Millionaires lost the next five contests. But they hung in there. The boys rallied and started playing some great football. It all turned around when they lost a heartbreaker to state-ranked Hollidaysburg. Williamsport found a way to

get into the postseason, and their defense has been outstanding. Anthony Manley and Lucas Naughton both recorded 100 tackles. Manley leads the area with 13 sacks.

The entire squad kept getting better. They didn’t hang their heads and kept working. Instead of pointing fingers. Wil liamsport stuck together, and they are now district champions. Major love to Coach Mike Pearson and the entire Mil lionaire Nation. It wasn’t easy.

Best wishes with the upcoming play offs. No worries about what happens. Congrats on a great season. It was a joy to call many of your contests. I always enjoy getting to know some of our local student-athletes. Cheers.

Crossword Clues

Across:

1. Defunct airline

4. Beverage container

7. A team’s best pitcher

10. Unit of liquid capacity

11. It comes before two

12. Male child

13. Type of wheat

15. One’s mother

16. Upper side of an organism

19. United is one

21. Extraction process

23. A being with lesser divine status

24. People living together in a community

25. Luxury automaker

26. This (Spanish)

27. Semitic language

30. Period for a defined purpose

34. Wander aimlessly in search of pleasure

35. Up in the air (abbr.)

36. American marsupial

41. Decadent dessert

45. Aquatic plant

46. About aviation

47. Summer footwear

50. Rugged mountain ranges

54. With tin

55. Cut on the surface of a hard object

56. Wrapped in cloth

57. Defensive nuclear weapon

59. “American Idol” contestant Clay

60. Midway between east and southeast

61. Court decision “__ v. Wade”

62. Born of 63. Soviet Socialist Republic

64. Actress __-Margaret

65. Not even Down:

1. Heat unit

2. __ Faulkner, American writer

3. Guatemalan town

4. Of funny things

5. Actress __ de Armas

6. Agents of one’s downfall

7. Takes forcibly

8. Body lice

9. Large nest of a bird of prey

13. Unhappy

14. Popular holiday dessert

17. Habitual drunkard

18. Used of a number or amount not specified

20. Complications

22. Fail to win

27. Before the present

28. Musical genre

29. Flurry

31. 007’s creator

32. Indiana Pacer Toppin

33. Midway between north and northeast

37. Feeling

38. Damage another’s reputation

39. Mottled citrus fruit

40. Beauty product

41. They man first, second and third

42. Harness

43. Herb

44. Expressed concern

47. Mississippi scientific area (abbr.)

48. Consumed

49. Nostrils

51. Gathered fallen leaves

52. Express good wishes

53. Monetary unit of Brunei

58. Japanese Buddhist festival Crossword,

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187000

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ESH ROOFING & CONSTRUCTION

COMMERCIAL UNIT

COMMERCIAL UNIT FOR LEASE. 700 Sq. Ft. Storefront Located At 1959 W. 4th St., Williamsport, PA. 17701. Call 570-9804442. 187024

7,000 SQ. FT. STORE FRONT COMMERCIAL

At 4th And Diamond Street, Newberry. 2 Bathrooms, $2,500.00 Monthly. Gas Heat, Very Reasonable Utilities, Air Conditioned, Parking. 570-916-3309. 187389

APARTMENTS

1 & 2 BEDROOM LUXURY APARTMENTS Downtown Williamsport. Fully Furnished. All Utilities, Wi-Fi And Parking Included. Private Rooftop Patio Deck. All Linens And Kitchen Accessories Included. Flexible Leases. No Pets, No Smoking. $1,200 & $1,400/Month. 570-9163309. 187387

1 BEDROOM, LARGE ROOMS. Near Bus Stop, All Appliances, Parking. No Pets. No Smoking. 570916-3309. 187391

Wildwood Construction

3 BEDROOM 2ND & 3RD Floor. Near Bus Stop, All Appliances, Parking. No Pets. No Smoking. 570916-3309. 187390

WILLIAMSPORT-ALMOND STREET COMMONS - 1 brm. apts. for all those 62 yrs. or older who meet federal program requirements. W/W carpet, A/C. All utilities included. Section 8 accepted. Call for application and information. 1-800-735-3068, or 570-329-2265, TDD 711. This institution is an equal opportunity provider & employer. 187366

STORAGE UNITS

10 X 16. $75.00/Month. Call 570-337-4994. 187003

VEHICLES

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CARS

1930 CHEV 4-DOOR, $4,000.00. Ph: 570-9713238. 187383

1993 OLDS CONVERTIBLE. 52,300 Miles, Garage Kept, $6,000.00. Ph: 570-971-3238. 187382

TRUCKS

2007 FORD F-150 Lariat, 4 Door Pickup, 6 1/2 Ft. $5,700.00. Call For Details 570-506-5661. 186896

1986 NISSAN LOW RIDER All Customized Truck, $4,000.00. Ph: 570971-3238. 187381

2007 FORD RANGER Pickup. Good Condition, Newly Inspected. Mileage 90,000. Call 570-502-3335 Or 570-660-5488. 187267

VANS

2014 FORD TRANSIT XLT LWB, 7 Passenger Van. 60,000 Miles. Asking $14,900.00. 717-329-7332. 187372

JEEP

2007 JEEP LIBERTY. 139,400 Miles, $3,000 OBO. 570-435-8022. 187246

SUV

2019 4Runner, Runs Great, Carfax Provided, Needs Payoff $31k. No App Transaction. Call/text April 570-337-1270 . 187060

ATV

2010 HONDA 420 RANCHER ATV. Only

700 Miles With Moose Plow And Lots Of Extras, $4,500.00. 570-546-3091. 187376

MOTORHOME

1990 FORD FLEET Motorhome, 30’, Needs Work On Engine, Have Part. Asking $1,500 OBO. 570-3263418. 187053

TRACTORS

BURKHOLDER’S EQUIPMENT SALES LLC. Sales And Repairs, Engines, Transmissions, Etc. 814-720-8845 . 187384

VEHICLES WANTED

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