Hamlin Library Seeks Financial Support
October 30, 2010
Smethport Web — by Hamlin Memorial Library
The Hamlin Memorial Library is closing out the year with a record number of patrons and visitors using the facility, a level not experienced since the opening at its present location in 1990.
The library has already cut as much as it can to save money, but still needs your financial support as it continues to grapple with the long-term effects of the economic downturn with a “bare-bones” budget. Read more
Colonial Radio Group Celebrates New HQ in Olean
October 29, 2010
Smethport Web — by Nathan Muller
Smethport media moguls Jeff and Christy Andrulonis of Colonial Radio Group celebrated the official opening of their gleaming headquarters at One Bluebird Square in Olean, New York, Thursday evening.
The gala event featured the dazzling culinary talents of local chef Dan MacDonald from Bread Stix Café on 833 E. State Street. Dan served up a cornucopia of tasty treats that rekindled the appetite with every bite. All this was topped off with pumpkin beer and trendy wines. Read more
St. Luke’s Arts & Crafts Fair – Colorful and Zesty!
October 24, 2010
Smethport Web — by Nathan Muller
On Friday evening and all day Saturday, St. Luke’s Episcopal Church hosted a two-day Fall Festival Arts & Crafts Fair, featuring the works of 22 crafts people from the Smethport-Bradford area and beyond.
The admission-free show included lunch and refreshments, plus three floors of vendor offerings that included floral displays, artwork, jewelry, photographs, and handmade quilts and all kinds of apparel. Read more
Comments of Wayne Pearson Entered into FCC Proceeding
October 20, 2010
Smethport Web — by Nathan Muller
As previously reported, the July-August 2010 issue of Rural Telecom magazine featured the insights of former Smethport Chamber president Wayne Pearson on the question of, “Can Broadband Save Rural America?”
Now Wayne’s insights are part of the official record in a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) proceeding on the business use of broadband. In its October 15 response to the proceeding, the National Telecommunications Cooperative Association (NTCA) cited Wayne as follows: Read more
Saturday Evening’s mcART Nite Celebrated Local Talent
October 17, 2010
Smethport Web — by Nathan Muller
The McKean County Court House in Smethport, Pennsylvania hosted the local art community at mcART Nite on Saturday evening. Artists and crafts people displayed their creations, which included paintings, drawings, carvings, weavings, writings, and photos. The evening included the ever-popular auction of artworks and other donated items.
The annual gala event is sponsored by the McKean County Historical Society. This year the event was supported by Northwest Savings Bank and the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, a state agency funded by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the National Endowment of the Arts, a federal agency. Read more
Smethport Bike Race Raises over $6000 for Smethport Volunteer Fire Department Fire Police
October 15, 2010
Smethport Web
The record shattering 2010 Wheel Around the Hub Cycling Race held in Smethport September 18th was a giant community effort involving dozens of volunteers and numerous local and regional businesses, industries and individuals.
The race was organized by the Wheel Race Committee, a special committee of the Smethport Fire Department as a special fund raiser for the Smethport Fire Police, a division of the fire department. Over $6000 was raised for the volunteer Fire Police to purchase new digital radios and equipment. Read more
HAMLIN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
Fly-Tying Class
Mondays: Jan. 23 to Feb 27 at 7 pm - 9:00 pm
Place: Library Meeting Room
Fee: $25 covers instruction and materials
The sessions are funded in part by a PPA grant from the PA Council on the Arts. Call the Hamlin Library 887-5326 or stop in to register.
Join the fun! Bring your friends!
SMETHPORT SENIOR CENTER
Amish Tour - Lancaster, PA - May 8th & 9th
Package: 2 Days - 1 Night, May 8 - May 9
Transportation: RT Motor Coach
Accommodations: Deluxe - Lancaster, PA area
Breakfast: Fantastic Full Amish style
Dinner: Family Style - Amish Restaurant
Theater: All new "JONAH" Show
Guided Tour: 3-Hour Amishland tour
Visit: Wilbur Chocolate Company & Museum
Shopping: Kitchen Kettle Village (optional)
Cost: $209.00 per person/double occupancy
For more information and reservations, contact Barbara Ness at 814-887-5630.
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THE DAILY PLANET
Visit us every day on Facebook and see what’s happening in the exploration of Smethport, Pennsylvania’s rich history.
– Planet Smethport Team
Timeless Home - Buy it Online!
This book is an historical record of Smethport’s growth from its birth as a tiny hamlet to a modern borough.
Containing a wealth of historical photos, this is the most comprehensive record of Smethport ever published. It was funded by the Smethport Sesquicentennial Committee through the Smethport Area Chamber of Commerce.
Book size: 8-1/2” x 11”
Soft Cover $20.00
Shipping and Handling: $5.00 per order.
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Let your friends and family know about this website, so they can stay informed about news and events around the Borough.
Send an email now ...Christian J. Howard, OD
ALLEGHENY EYE CARE
- Thorough tests for Eye diseases and disorders - glaucoma/cataracts
- Lasik pre and post correction care
- Designer frame gallery including Calvin Klein and Nike
- Guaranteed contact lens success program
- Medicare and Insurances welcome
422 W. Main Street
Smethport, PA 16749
887-2920
FREE FITNESS EQUIPMENT
Costa's Ace Hardware Store
Two grants - Get Active and WalkWorks – support Smethport residents in their efforts to stay or get fit.
In this spirit, 2 bikes with helmets and 2 pairs of snow shoes with poles are available to be checked out FREE of CHARGE from Costa’s Ace Hardware Store on 323 East Water Street in Smethport (887-5542).
Some restrictions apply. For more information contact Claudia Caminite at 362-5066 or clc209@pitt.edu.
