Class Notes
Pine Grove High School Class of 1955: Lunch, noon, Wednesday, April 17, Red Lion Cafe, Route 443, Pine Grove. Information: 610-217-4338.
Blue Mountain High School Class of 1959: Lunch, noon, Wednesday, April 17, 3C’s Restaurant, Route 61 near Port Clinton. Information: Shirley Moser.
Schuylkill Haven High School Class of 1960: Lunch, noon, Thursday, April 18, Red Robin, Hamburg. Information: Ruth Tucci at 570-385-5323.
Schuylkill Haven High School Class of 1965: Breakfast, 9:30 a.m., Saturday, April 13, Country Squire, Route 61, Schuylkill Haven. Information: Beryl Zulick at 570-385-5417.
Pine Grove High School Class of 1967: Lunch, noon, Thursday, April 11, Heisey’s Diner, Route 72 north of Lebanon. Information: 570-345-6038.
Schuylkill Haven High School Class of 1967: Breakfast, 10 a.m., Saturday, April 20, Country Squire, Route 61, Schuylkill Haven. Information: 570-385-3211.
Food
Mackerel Breakfast: 7 a.m.-noon, Sunday, April 14, New Ringgold Fire Company, 25 N. Railroad St..
Shop: 5-7 p.m., Thursday, April 18, Pine Grove Area Pathway, 42 S. Tulpehocken St., with entrance through blue door on ground floor. Must prove residency. Cash donation of $10 is requested.
Breakfast: 7 a.m.-12 p.m., Sunday, April 21, Landingville Fire Company.
Cheesesteaks, Bleenies & more: 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Friday, April 12, Cressona Fire Company No. 1, 59 S. Second St., Cressona. Order hotline — 570-385-2249 or Jim Krammes 570-294-9875
Local business deliveries should pre-order as soon as possible.
Wings & Cheesesteaks: Saturday, April 13, Rainbow Hose Company, 417 Dock St., Schuylkill Haven. Orders can be placed in person or call 570-385-1511.
Kauffman’s Chicken Barbecue: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Sunday, April 14, Liberty Fire Company, 223 W. Columbia St., Schuylkill Haven. $10 per dinner, which includes baked potato, roll and butter and applesauce. Just a half-chicken is $8.50. Free delivery in Schuylkill Haven by calling (570) 385-3341.
Two Guys Chicken: 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, April 27, tickets $12. Pick up Cressona Agway, 22 N. Second St. Tickets available at Cressona Agway, Hillside SPCA, Ruth Steinert SPCA and Cole’s Kennel and Grooming. Benefits Hillside SPCA and Ruth Steinert Memorial SPCA.
Outdoors
Cressona Community Yard Sale: 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, April 13. Set up at 7 a.m. Cost $5 a table. Donations of sellable items for Bethany Christian Fellowship church sale will be appreciated by Thursday, April 11.
Yuengling Light Lager Jogger 5K: 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, April 20, Yuengling Brewery, 420 Mahantongo St., Pottsville. Fleet Feet West Reading will be at pre-race packet pickup at the American Fire Hose on April 18 and 19 with their Fit ID scanner to measure feet and discuss best shoe options. Information 609-410-4162.
Race for the Roar 5K: 9 a.m., Saturday, April 27, Orwigsburg Veterans Community Memorial Hall. Run, walk or jog through Albright’s Woods Walking Trail. Proceeds benefit the club. Same-day registration begins at 8 a.m. T-shirts will be available for all advance registrants and for some same-day participants until supply is gone. There will be awards, pizza and light refreshments. Visit the club’s Facebook page.
Libraries
Pottsville Library: Monday-Thursday, 8:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; STEM Corner, ages 1-11, during library hours; Creation Station, Monday-Friday, 2 p.m., ages 12-16; Teen Gaming, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6-7 p.m., ages 12-18; Storytime, Mondays at 10:30 a.m. for ages 12 months to 5 years. March 19, 5:30 p.m., Free Computer Basics Workshop. To register for events call 570-622-8880 ext. 12 or go to potchild@pottsvillelibrary.org.
Schuylkill Haven Free Public Library: Monday and Tuesday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Wednesday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thursday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. The second Saturday of the month has Lego League at 10:30 a.m. This is for those 3 to 99+ who want to be creative. Registration: 570-385-0542. The library offers internet access and free Wi-Fi for research, job searches, faxing, copying, interlibrary loan services, along with more than 34,000 books, magazine and audiobooks. Child and adult programs throughout the year. Information: 570-385-0542.
Orwigsburg Library: 216 W. Independence St., hours of operation: Monday 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Tuesday 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Wednesday 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Thursday 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday Storytime, 10:30 a.m.; Lap Sit, ages birth to age 2, Thursday, 10:30 a.m.; Play-K, 11 a.m., ages 3-5; Mahjongg, first, third, fifth Wednesday of month, 6 p.m. (learn to play, Friday 1-3 p.m.); Knitters (on winter break); Trivia Club, fourth Wednesday of every month, 5:30 p.m.; Chess Club, first Thursday of month; Lego Club, 1st Saturday of each month, 11 a.m.; Homeschool Happenings, second Wednesday of month. Star Wars Fandom Event, coloring contest for ages 10 and younger and craft contest for all ages; Episodes 106 Trivia night Wednesday, May 22, 5:30 p.m. come in costume for extra points, trophies rewarded. Coloring and craft entries to be returned no later than April 30. Voting entire month of May. Information: 570-366-1638; website: www.orwigsburglibrary.org..
Tremont Area Free Public Library: 19 N. Pine St. Hours: Monday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Tuesday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; 7-8 p.m.; Wednesday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thursday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; 7-8 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-noon; Sunday, closed. Phone: 570-695-3325 / Email: tafpl@epix.net
Arts & Crafts
Wreath Making: 2 p.m., Sunday, April 21, Rainbow Hose Company, 417 Dock St., Schuylkill Haven. Cost, $50. Must pre-register by April 14 to Kaitlyn 570-516-7194.
Waterfall Paint & Sip: 2-4 p.m., Sunday, April 21, Walk In Art Center education center, 220 Parkway, Schuylkill Haven.
Fiber Arts Open Studio: 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Tuesdays, Walk In Art Center, 220 Parkway, Schuylkill Haven.
Knit to be Square: 6-8 p.m., first Thursday of the month, May 2, led by Lorraine Felker, Walk In Art Center, 220 Parkway, Schuylkill Haven. $25 per class or $240 all of 2023. Bring yarn of your choice or purchase yarn from Lorraine. Information: 570-732-3728.
Friday Clay Club: 1-3 p.m., Fridays, $25, Walk In Art Center, 220 Parkway, Schuylkill Haven. For seniors and veterans.
Health
Indoor Walking Club: 10-11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at Veterans Community Memorial Hall, 300 Grove St. (front door entrance), Orwigsburg. All fitness levels are welcome; walk-ins welcome. Information or registration: 570-624-3017.
Real people — real weight loss: 5:30 p.m., every Tuesday, TOPS, Hetzel’s Church, Hetzels Church Road, Pine Grove. Information: 570-345-8403.
Zumba Fitness: 7-8 p.m. every Monday (except holidays), Sweet Arrow Lake County Clubhouse, Pine Grove. Cost, $5. Information: Denise at 717-269-3214 or Deniseswonger@gmail.com.
Walking Club: 8:30 a.m., Monday, Wednesday and Friday, Schuylkill Haven Recreation/Senior Center, 340 Haven St. Monday and Wednesday, Tone and Stretch, 9:30 a.m. Information: 570-385-1313.
Zumba Gold: 9:30-10:30 a.m., Mondays and Thursdays, Schuylkill Haven Recreation/Senior Center, 340 Haven St. Information: 570-385-1313.
Seated Yoga: 10:30 a.m. every Tuesday, Schuylkill Haven Recreation/Senior Center, 340 Haven St., Cost $6. No registration required. Information: Susan at 570-624-3018.
Celebrate Recovery: 6:30 p.m., Tuesdays, Bethesda Church, 155 Reedsville Road, Schuylkill Haven, church library. Information: Norma at 570-617-0931.
Age Busters Exercise Club: 10:30-11:30 a.m., Wednesdays, St. John’s United Church of Christ, 236 E. Market St., Orwigsburg. For ages 50-plus and all fitness levels. Free. Information: 570-624-3017. Sponsored by Diakon Living and Learning.
Age Busters Exercise Club: 10-11 a.m., Wednesdays and Fridays, St. Peter’s United Church of Christ, 427 Dietrich Ave., Tower City. Sponsored by Diakon Living and learning. Information: 570-6724-3017.
Indoor Walking Club: 9:30-10:30 a.m., Monday to Friday, Tremont Borough Building gymnasium. Ages 50 and older, all fitness levels. Free. All participants must be registered at Tremont Senior Community Center. Sponsored by Diakon Living and Learning. Information: 570-624-3017.
Groovin Exercise: 6-6:50 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, Pine Grove VFW Post 3432, bottom banquet hall, 140 S. Tulpehocken St. Cost $3 each class. Information: 570-345-6347.
Senior groups
Orwigsburg: Senior Citizens meet the second and fourth Tuesday of each month from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Veterans Memorial Hall, 300 Grove St., 11 a.m. They will meet again until April 9.
Schuylkill Haven: The Schuylkill Haven Senior Citizens Organization and the Schuylkill Haven Senior Travelers will meet Monday, April 22, at 6 p.m. at the Senior Center, 340 Haven Street. For further information on these gatherings call Ruth 570-640-6928. Senior Citizens meet the second and fourth Monday of each month at 6 p.m. Annual membership to be part of this active group is $10. Information: 570-640-6928.
Schuylkill Haven Senior Travelers: April 18-21, a trip to Norfolk, Va., for the Parade of Nations Precision Marching Units (Tatoo), dinner cruise, NATO Fest, Nauticus, MacArthur Memorial, entertainment and more. Reservations: Janet, 570-366-0614. If you missed the meeting to receive information and materials for the trip, call Ruth at 570-640-6928. On June 17-20, Newport, R.I., casino, harbor cruise, mansion tours, vineyard tour, wine tasting and more. For reservation: Kathy 570-385-4730. Down payment for day trips $25; $50 for overnight trips, payable with reservation.
Wayne Township: 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Wednesdays, 23 Meadowbrook Center, Reedsville. Lunch is served at noon for a $5 donation, followed by a special activity or program. Information: 570-739-2241.
Free
Free Clothing and Shoes: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. every Wednesday, Grace Bible Church, 12 Molino Road, Orwigsburg. Donations in good condition appreciated. Information: Sandy Kupres 570-386-5893 or www.gbchm.org, click on Ministries.
Entertainment
Mystery Dinner Theater: Silver Screen Slasher, doors open 4 p.m. show starts 5:30 p.m., Mainstreet Moonshine, 101 W. Main St., Schuylkill Haven. Cost $50 in advance. Reservations: 570-593-5835.
Bingo: Doors open 4 p.m.; bingo, 5 p.m., Sunday, April 14, American Hose Company, Mount Carbon Station, Pottsville. Food and beverages served. Information: 570-640-2442.
Basket Raffle: 5-9 p.m., Friday, April 12, 9 a.m.- 3 p.m., Saturday, April 13, Summit Station Fire Company. Food vendors and crafters on site. Information: 570-754-3491.
Basket Raffle: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, April 13, Rainbow Hose Fire Company, 417 Dock St., Schuylkill Haven. Supports Schuylkill Haven Area High School students traveling abroad. To donate contact 516-456-0899.
Sportsman Bingo: 1-6 p.m., Sunday, April 14, Tremont Fire Company #1, 21 Middlecreek Road. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Bingo starts at 1 p.m. Must be 18 or older. Twenty regular games of bingo. Tickets are $50. Refreshments will be sold by TFC. Tickets for specials and raffles will be available. Information or tickets: 570-875-9637 (Justin) or 570-527-1392 (Brian).
Bus Tour: 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Tuesday, May 7, to Morris Arboretum & Gardens. Join South Schuylkill Garden Club for a tour and free time to explore preserved estate gardens and official state arboretum. On the return home, the bus will stop at Primex Garden Center, nursery and greenhouse. Wear comfortable shoes and bring lunch. This is a rain or shine event. The bus departs Giant parking lot in Cressona at 8 a.m. and returns at 6 p.m. Water and snacks will be provided during the return. Checks for the $65 fee should be payable to South Schuylkill Garden Club and mailed to Carol Haldeman, 105 Beuchler Lane, Pine Grove, PA 17963. Registration deadline is April 7. Information: 570-345-2423/570-640-7511 or chaldyjr@gmail.com.
Meat Bingo: 1-4 p.m., doors open 11 a.m., Saturday, April 13, First UCC, 110 Route 61 S, Schuylkill Haven and Jen Semanco. Admission, $20. Basket raffle and specials extra. Food and drinks available.
Bingo: Doors open 4 p.m.; bingo, 6-9:45 p.m., Tuesday, April 16, Deer Lake & West Brunswick Fire company, 1 Ash Road. Information: 570-366-0900.
Ballet: “Frozen Heart,” by Schuylkill Ballet Theatre, 7 p.m., April 19 and 20; 2 p.m. April 21, Schuylkill Haven Area High School, 501 E. Main St. Tickets are $10 and $15 and can be purchased online at schuylkillballet.com or by calling 570-617-5616.
Basket Raffle Auction & Vendor: 3-8 p.m., Friday, April 26; 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, April 27, Cressona Fire Company No. 1, 59 S. Second St., Cressona. Auction drawings at 4 p.m. Kitchen open for food, drinks and baked goods.
Free Film: 7:15 p.m., Friday April 26, featuring the Les Brown Band at Pine Grove Theatre, 213 S. Tulpehocken St., Pine Grove.
Dance
Line Dancing: 6:30 p.m., Every Monday at the Walk In Art Center, 220 Parkway, Schuylkill Haven. Adult class, drop-in only, no partner or registration needed. Each class is $6 and pay at the door. Basic steps, 6:15-6:30 p.m.; lesson, 6:30-7:30 p.m.; dancing, 7:30-9 p.m. Benefits Diakon Community Services. Information: Susan at 570-624-3016.
