Easter Egg Hunt Kicks Off Spring Activities for Kids
March 28, 2011
Smethport Web — by Nathan Muller
With nice weather upon us, the East Smethport United Christian Church already has a full slate of activities scheduled for spring and summer for kids of all ages.
It all starts off with an Easter Egg Hunt for children up to 6th Grade, which will be held Saturday, April 9th, from 10:00 to -11:00 am at the East Smethport United Christian Church. Everything is free, so join the fun!
Mega Sports Camp to be held June 20th to 23rd from 6 pm to 8:30 pm. at the East Smethport United Christian Church. Kids in Grades K-5th can choose from a 4-day soccer, basketball, dance, or cheerleading camp. There is a minimal $5.00 cost which includes a free camp T-shirt if you register before May 16th, as well as program materials and snacks each night. For more information, call the church at 887-2255. Transportation is provided in the Smethport area.
God’s Promises Drill Team is now accepting new members for its pompom, rifle, and flag squad. This Christian marching group participates in many area parades during the summer. Ages 4 through high school are welcome to join. For more information, contact Beth Wilson at 558-0620 or Gloria Wilson at 225-3708.
‘Classy Crafters’ Meets at Senior Center
March 26, 2011
Smethport Web — by Nathan Muller
Kate (McAnallen) James has started a group called ‘Classy Crafters’ that meets twice a month at the Smethport Senior Center.
Everyone is welcome to join, bring a craft you are working on, or just come to watch or learn a new talent. Examples include painting, knitting, crocheting, scratch art, needle craft work, and scrap booking.
“We plan some shopping outings to Hobby Lobby to get supplies, and some special in house classes,” Kate said.
Having already held a session on March 25, Classy Crafters meets next on April 5th, and 26th, and May 3rd and 17th. Sessions are held from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm.
There is no charge to attend. “All we ask is once in awhile you donate an item that you made for the Senior Center to sell. This is in return for the use of the Senior Center,” Kate explained.
For questions please call Kate James at 887-2026. “Come and join us, make new friends, and share some laughs!”
Eagles Feel at Home on Hamlin Lake
March 16, 2011
Smethport Web — by Nathan Muller
Eagle sightings are becoming more frequent in Smethport, especially around Hamlin Lake. This week a male and female were spotted flying over the lake performing a mating ritual. Later the female landed on the lake bank while the male circled overhead before joining her, according to Amy Pierotti, who witnessed the event. These amazing photos (click the image) were taken by Paul Costa and Amy Pierotti.
The eagle population is expanding so quickly in this region that it is becoming a challenge to monitor. It is estimated by the Game Commission that there are just over 170 mating pairs statewide, versus only 3 pairs 30 years ago. With reintroduction and growth, this represents one of Pennsylvania’s greatest conservation successes.
Library’s Annual Dinner and Auction Attracts Bevy of Buyers and Browsers
March 13, 2011
Smethport Web — by Nathan Muller
The 24th annual Hamlin Memorial Library Dinner and Auction was held Saturday at the Fire House, attracting a sell-out crowd of 150 people, who enjoyed an evening of bidding and buying, while mingling and drinking.
After a buffet dinner prepared by Rose Campbell and Phyllis Russell, guests had an opportunity to finalize their bids on 156 items donated for the silent auction. Notable among them was a maple settee, wooden doll house, stone bird bath, 18 holes of golf for two plus cart at the Smethport Country Club, a whole beef tenderloin cut to order, a two-night stay at the Mansion District Inn, a laser engraved wall coat rack, and enough jewelry to start a small business. Read more
Impact of Digital Technology on Jobs
March 12, 2011
United Methodist Church Lenten Program
Talk by Wayne Pearson
March 9, 2011
Lent is especially a good time to see if we are following Christ’s two commandments; namely to love God and to love your Neighbor. Today, I want to focus on those neighbors who were laid off a year or so ago and are having a very difficult time finding comparable employment. These persons were managers, technicians, excellent knowledge workers or skilled workers in manufacturing, or the trades. These persons are not ne’re-do-wells and they are in their prime. The problem is that there is little hope of their being rehired because the jobs they left have been replaced by robots, new digital technology or have been shipped overseas. Read more
Patch Products Takes Wooly Willy to a Whole New Level of Fun
March 10, 2011
He has his own festival. He has his own iPhone app. He’s one of the nation’s best selling toys. Now he’s getting a makeover!
For more than 55 years, Smethport’s Wooly Willy has been the man that everyone loves, with his big eyes, grinning face, oval nose, and most importantly, his bald head. Now he’s ready to make a new generation smile. Read more
Thinking of starting a walking routine?
March 7, 2011
Smethport Web — by Claudia Caminite
Your timing couldn’t be better! The University Of Pittsburgh Graduate School Of Public Health has teamed up with the Pennsylvania Department of Health on an important project called WalkWorks. Its goals are to:
– Identify and mark safe walking routes that are accessible to people of all ages and abilities.
– Establish guided community-based walking groups.
– Impact policy related to pedestrian transportation in the built environment.
WalkWorks is mapping and marking the trails, letting you know where they are and getting groups together in your community to get out and get walking.
Sign up and get or stay healthy and fit and shed a few pounds just in time for summer.
If you would like to participate either as group leader or just go out and have fun with peers, please contact:
Claudia Caminite
Project Coordinator, WalkWorks
Center for Rural Health Practice
University of Pittsburgh/Bradford
300 Campus Drive
Bradford, PA 16701
clc209@pitt.edu
Tel: 814-362-5066
Fax: 814-362-5044
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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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
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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.
