Lesley Willis Turns in Perfect Score on ‘Discover Smethport’ Quiz
June 29, 2010
Smethport Web — by Nathan Muller
Lesley Willis of Smethport won the ‘Discover Smethport’ quiz written by Wooly Willy inventor Jim Herzog. Her perfect score earned her a $125 gift certificate from The Country Porch.
The 11-question quiz is sponsored by the Smethport Area Chamber of Commerce and is a featured event of Wooly Willy Wonderdaze. It tests a person’s in-depth knowledge of Borough history.
To find the right answers, participants are encouraged to visit local landmarks, do research online or at the Hamlin Memorial Library, and talk with area business owners.
This year, three contestants achieved perfect scores on the Discover Smethport quiz. The winner was selected by blind draw at The Country Porch, with Lesley Willis emerging as the winner.
The People and Organizations Behind ‘Wonderdaze’
June 29, 2010
Smethport Web — by Nathan Muller
Holding the five-day Wooly Willy Wonderdaze event requires the involvement of many people and organizations working behind the scenes, giving generously of their time and energy to help make our community a very special place.
We are indebted to the Borough’s utility crew who installed new poles to display the Wooly Willy Wonderdaze banner across Main Street after it had blown down twice at its original location.
On short notice, Borough electrician Charlie Jones built new utility boxes to handle the increased load at various locations in Hamlin Lake Park. Read more
Sights and Sounds of Wooly Willy Wonderdaze
June 29, 2010
Window Art Contest Winners Announced
June 29, 2010
Smethport Web — by Nathan Muller
The Chamber of Commerce encouraged business owners and individuals to paint Smethport’s storefront windows for the 2010 Wooly Willy Wonderdaze. The theme this year was, “Wooly Willy’s Impact on Main Street.”
Prizes for the contest, donated by The Hamlin Bank & Trust Company, are: Read more
McClelland Financial Management Opens Smethport Office
June 29, 2010
Smethport Web — by Les Jordan, Jr.
McClelland Financial Management has a new office in downtown Smethport. Irons Hollow resident, Sue McClelland, operates the business, which is located at 601 West Main Street, Suite 2, on the basement level of the Masonic Temple across from the McKean County Courthouse.
Sue has been in the financial services industry for 13 years and offers professional, honest and confidential services to her clients. Her tag line reads, “Let me help you realize your dreams.” Read more
Auto Show Roars in Smethport
June 28, 2010
Smethport Web — by Nathan Muller
Despite uncertain weather, Saturday’s Wooly Willy Wonderdaze auto show on Hamlin Lake drew some unusual cars from as far away as Florida and Toronto, Canada. The event was punctuated by drawings for high-end prizes, a karaoke contest, and a full-rev engine demonstration that was heard throughout the Borough. Read more
Mr. Potato Head a No-Show at Wooly Willy Celebration
June 23, 2010
Smethport Web — By Ross Porter
The opening day ceremony for Wooly Willy Wonderdaze held yesterday on the steps of the McKean County Courthouse on US Route 6 in Smethport, Pennsylvania honored classic toy great Wooly Willy (Patch Products, Inc). Known worldwide as one of the 20th Century Toy Super-stars, Wooly Willy was born and raised in Smethport.
Wooly received early fame in his career, racing to #1 in US toy sales during his debut year of 1955. His fame has proved to be no flash in the pan. His popularity has endured over the years and, now at age 55, Wooly continues to be a best seller as parents in successive generations have purchased his bald face over and over again. Read more
Wooly Willy Wonderdaze Now Open!
June 22, 2010
Smethport toy celebrity, Wooly Willy, is once again the centerpiece of Smethport’s summer festival — National Wooly Willy Wonderdaze from June 22 to June 26.
The festival, sponsored by the Smethport Area Chamber of Commerce, with involvement from many other Smethport organizations, highlights the popular magnetic toy invented in Smethport by entrepreneur, James Herzog, in 1955. The event includes a Car Show and Parade down Main Street on Saturday, June 26. Read more
Smoke On The Water – Bikers for Veterans Weekend
June 11, 2010
Smethport Web
Saturday and Sunday, June 26th and 27th will celebrate Smethport’s 2nd annual “Smoke on the Water”. The event, which began last year with only the Bike Show, will raise funds for disabled veterans currently residing at area Veterans Hospitals.
The McKean County American Legion Riders had been presented with the idea that Hamlin Lake Park, which has been used many times for Car Shows, would be a perfect location for a Bike Show. Always looking for ways to help our Veterans, the ALR took their idea to the God’s Country chapter of A.B.A.T.E. of PA, and “Smoke On The Water” was born, a yearly event to be held on the last Sunday of June. Read more
‘What’s in Your Backyard’ Contest Winners Announced
June 7, 2010
Smethport Web — by Nathan Muller
You’ll Like Our Back Yard …
Smethport is adjacent to 2 million acres of public land that is home to the largest elk herd in the eastern U.S., pockets of white-tailed deer, 15,000 black bear, as well as an abundance of turkeys, pheasants, grouse, waterfowl and other small game. Come and enjoy hiking, biking, canoeing and kayaking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, ATVing, horseback riding, hunting, fishing and more.
What’s in your back yard?
In May, the Chamber of Commerce sponsored a contest for Elementary School students, who were asked to draw posters depicting, “What’s in your Backyard,” drawing on a Pennsylvania Wilds theme posted on the Smethport Web (left).
Jennifer Hobbs, Principal of Curriculum for the Smethport Area School District, said, “The students really enjoyed drawing pictures of their hometown.”
Of about 100 posters submitted, three works were selected as overall winners. $20 awards were given to Willow Lapp, Jackie Magno, and Daisy Smith.
Students from each grade were also selected as winners. The following students were awarded free ice cream at the soda fountain operated by The Elderberries at the Visitor Center:
Grade K – Karissa Carlson
Grade 1 – Braedon Johnson
Grade 2 – Katelyn Waid
Grade 3 – Liz Markert
Grade 4 – Kiara Orner
Grade 5 – Eve Bush
Grade 6 – Lindsay Jack and Emma Rouff
The contest was devised and organized by Jovanna Porter, who retired from teaching earlier this year after 33 years of service in public and private schools.
H & S PET ANIMAL HOSPITAL
We are pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Amanda Tanner to our staff. She will be available for farm calls and office work by appointment.
Phone 887-7747 or 558-7979.
H & S Pet Animal Hospital
412 W. Water Street
Smethport, PA 16749
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SEPTEMBER 18, 2010
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