Christmas Light-Up Night in Smethport
November 27, 2010
Smethport Web
Friday evening, the Smethport Area Chamber of Commerce sponsored “Christmas Light-Up Night in Smethport”.
The event featured a tree lighting at the corner of Main & Union Streets to kick off the Christmas Season. After Chamber president Nathan Muller read the Borough Proclamation on behalf of Mayor Ross Porter, a chorale and instrument ensemble from the Smethport High School braved the sub-freezing temperature to treat guests to a medley of Christmas songs.
Santa and Mrs. Claus attended the event and passed out Wooly Willy gifts for the children.
Graham Nannen and his family graciously donated the use of their tree for “Christmas Light-Up Night in Smethport”.
Special thanks go to Borough electrician Charlie Jones who labored with Don Gamet in the cold and rain to install the tree lights earlier this week.
UNSTOPPABLE Thrills Smethport Movie Goers in Bradford
November 14, 2010
Smethport Web
An action movie about slothful trains? Who woulda thunk it! Yet UNSTOPPABLE delivers the goods – plot, action, unrelenting tension, explosions, and more.
Based on actual events and filmed locally, the movie opened at Bradford Main Street Movie House on Friday. Actor Lew Temple, who played a pivotal role in the movie as the cocky “Lead Welder” for the railroad, greeted attendees and introduced the movie. Read more
Unforgettable Beer Experience at Hamlin Memorial Library
November 14, 2010
Smethport Web — by Nathan Muller
Smethport residents had the opportunity to attend a beer tasting at Hamlin Memorial Library on Saturday. Guests sampled premium beers provided by Straub Brewery in St. Marys and indulged themselves with fine foods and hors d’œuvres prepared with beer recipes from author John Schlimm’s, “The Ultimate Beer Lover’s Cookbook.”
Library staff and volunteers used the cookbook to prepare such unusual dishes as beer chili prepared by Debbie Babcox, drunken shrimp provided by Seth Digel, and chicken and spaghetti cooked in beer by Ron and Joncine Willis. The results of these and other culinary delights were nothing less than fantastic. Read more
Porters Receive Teacher Awards
November 10, 2010
Smethport Web
Ross Porter, Smethport, Pennsylvania, received the Distinguished Teacher Award from the Pennsylvania Geographical Society for excellence in teaching as well as innovative and effective classroom methods during his 35 year teaching career.
The award was presented at the PGS during its annual meeting held at York College in York Pennsylvania on November 5th and 6th. Although Ross retired in 2009 he continues to serve as Director of the Planet Smethport Project for the Smethport School District. Read more
Smethport Area Elementary Sixth Grade Students Make a Difference
November 9, 2010
Smethport Web
Smethport sixth graders kicked off a community service project, Hats and Gloves, Monday with the production of a podcast to publicize their activities. Community members are asked to donate new, kid sized, hats and gloves, which will be distributed to area agencies.
Collection boxes will be located at the Smethport Area High and Elementary Schools’ lobbies, and donations will be accepted from November 10th through November 24th.
The sixth grade class wants to extend a big “thank you” to the community for their support.
The project’s publicity committee of five students produced this podcast about the Hat and Gloves clothing drive. Listen now or download to your MP3 player.
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
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– 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.
