Wednesday, January 31, 2024

Cameron County ~ Events for the weekend of Feb. 2nd

photo by John Schatz 
Behind the Lenz Photography 


Cameron County ~ Events for the weekend of Feb. 2nd 
 Listed are some activities occurring this weekend in Cameron County. 
If you have any you would like me to add, email me at cameroncountypaonline@gmail.com 
 Updates may be added closer to the weekend Cameron County



CCOYA Benefit Cornhole Tournament 
Saturday, Feb. 3rd 
https://www.facebook.com/groups/644580097052595
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Chili / Mac & Cheese Cook Off @ St Mark Church 
Saturday, Feb 3rd @ 5 pm 
Open to the public Call 814-486-0569 to register.
Drinks & goodies for purchase - funds for the Sister Parish 
Acoustic guitar entertainment 
https://stmarkemporium.org/
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Rich Valley Wines
Extended hours this weekend! 
https://www.facebook.com/RichValleyWines
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Tubby's Tavern 
 Saturday, Feb. 3rd Dark WaterDuo & Co. @ Tubby's 10pm-1am 
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Sinnemahoning Sportsman Club 
Cabin Fever Fun Day
 Saturday, Feb.3rd, 11am-3 pm 
Meat Raffles, Door prizes, 50/50 , Drink special .
 Music by Rob Mordan @ 4 pm
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January Programs at Sinnemahoning State Park
For the list of events at Sinnemahoning State Park, click on the link below. 


New Facebook site for the Cameron County Vets Club 
 427 East 3rd Street, Emporium, PA.
 (814) 486-3078 





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Sinnemahoning State Park Events 2024
Follow the calendar of events for 2024 park activities. 
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 Cameron County School District
 Sports Schedule can be found here.
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 Powder Keg Cornhole 
 Mondays at Tubby's Tavern. 
 Tubby's Tavern will be the new site for this weekly event held every Monday. 
 REMEMBER: EVERYONE IS WELCOME AND ANYONE CAN PLAY.
 Come give it a try and join us for some fun. 
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Bingo @ the Cameron County Vets Club
 Begins Monday, Sept. 4th Every 1st & 3rd Monday of the month through May. 
Doors open @ 5pm. Calling starts @ 6:30. 427 E. 3rd Street, Emporium 
New Facebook site 

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https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100073350461195
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2024 Entertainment at the Driftwood Saloon
Stop in for a great time and great food! 
https://www.facebook.com/driftwoodsaloon
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Sinnemahoning Sportsmen's Club
 Check out our Website for club events, memberships and renewals and coyote hunt registration. 
Cabin Fever Fun Days 
Beginning Saturday, Jan. 13th @ 11 am& every Saturday through Feb.24, 2024
Meat Raffle, Door Prizes, 50/50, Drink Specials. Always a great time @ the SSClub! 
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https://www.facebook.com/emporiumseniorcenter
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Cameron County Food Pantry 2024 Distribution Dates 
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Cameron County Food Pantry
Next distribution is Feb. 21st, 1pm-3pm
Contact Dave Malize for assistance 814-486-1161
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2024 Annual Coyote Hunt 
Feb. 9th - Feb. 11th 
Read hunt details at this event link 
https://www.facebook.com/events/288869740653020
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Feb. 14-Feb 17th 
Wed. 10-2pm, Thurs.-Fri 11am-7pm, Sat. 10am-4p 
27 W. 4th Street, Emporium, PA. 
https://www.facebook.com/BarbaraMoscatoBrownLibrary
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Red Cross Blood Drive 
Thursday, Feb. 15th, 11:30am-5:30pm
CC Vets Club
427 E. 3rd Street, Emporium, PA.
Schedule your time here 
https://www.redcrossblood.org
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https://www.facebook.com/emporiumseniorcenter
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Anyone wanting to participate, email Carly at carlyr@cnbankpa.com
All proceeds benefit the Emporium & Driftwood Sr. Centers
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https://www.facebook.com/events/593800886272552
https://www.facebook.com/TheSinnemahoningTavern
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CC Vets Club Cash Bash
Saturday, March 2, from 2-4 pm 
Tickets now on sale at the club. $10
More details to follow
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554382761358
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Parade of Stars 
Saturday, March 2 
Watch the Cameron County Fair Facebook page for future information
https://www.facebook.com/CameronCountyFair
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Third Annual Cornhole Camp Cadet Tournament 
Saturday, March 9, 2024
https://www.facebook.com/events/908598680893166
https://www.facebook.com/groups/644580097052595
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Lit & Lucky
Saturday, March 9th
Reverse raffle fundraiser 
https://www.facebook.com/events/328923380099611
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SAVE THE DATE 
The Emporium Volunteer Fire Department will be hosting a Ladies Night Out - Raffle/Fundraiser DATE - March 16,2024 
LOCATION - Emporium Fire Department 
TIME - Doors open at 4PM - Raffles start at 5PM 
Designer Purses, Mystery Prizes, Gift Cards, Chinese Auction, 50/50, Rip Tickets & many more games! PLEASE - SHARE THIS POST! 
 Pre-Sale Tickets will be available to purchase soon! Be on the lookout for more information posted very soon!  If you have questions before hand, feel free to reach out to any of these 3 Ladies!  This event is for 18+ adults. 
Maddie Uber: 814-594-0208 Staci Langley: 814-389-8070 Terri Housler: 814-335-0119
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https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100059061385713
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Cameron County Longbeards 17th Annual Hunting Heritage Banquet
Saturday, April 6th @ 4 pm at the VFW 
Family friendly event, prizes, raffles, 50/50 & more! 
https://www.facebook.com/events/133321918072504
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Red Cross Blood Drive 
Thursday, April 11, 24
427 E. 3rd Street, Emporium, PA. 
Schedule your time here
https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=15834
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Sinnemahone  Canoe & Kayak Race 
Saturday, April 13, 2024
12 mile race down the Driftwood Branch of the Sinnemahoning Creek
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063892664083
https://www.sinnemahone.org/
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2024 Golf Outing 
Event by the Sinnemahoning Sportsmen's Club 
Saturday, May 18, 2024 @ the Emporium Country Club 
Registration begins Feb. 8th 
Details at this link 
https://www.facebook.com/events/737161855036535
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Kids Fishing Derby 
May 25th @ the May Hollow Sportsmen's Club 
Sterling Run Pa.
Sign up at the Sinnemahoning Sportsmens Club

Dirt Digging 10th Annual Hunt 
Sat. June 1st & Sunday June 2
Location - Cameron County Fair Grounds 
https://www.facebook.com/groups/632141630237252
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Sinnemahoning Annual Snake Hunt 
Saturday *& Sunday, June 8 & 9th 2024
Catch & release event. Meat raffles inside the club. 
Details here 
https://sinnemahoningsportsmensclub.com/wp-content
Vendor Form here 
https://sinnemahoningsportsmensclub.com/wp-content
https://sinnemahoningsportsmensclub.com
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Red Cross Blood Drive
Thursday, June 13, 24
427 E. 3rd Street, emporium, PA. 
Schedule your time here 
https://www.redcrossblood.org
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2024 100 Mile Yard Sale
July 19 & 20th 
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SAVE THE DATE 
The Emporium Vol. Fire Department is holding their 1st (hopefully soon to be ANNUAL) - Cornhole Tournament! Tournament will be Sponsored by the NWTF Cameron County Longbeard Chapter!  LOCATION - Emporium Fire Dept. ADDRESS - 419 N. Broad St. Emporium, PA 15834 
DATE - July 20, 2024 
TIME - Practice Round starts at 10AM, bags officially start flying at 11AM. 🚨 
All funds raised will be used towards the NEW Truck Fund! 
 Food & Drinks Available on site! More details to follow, very soon!
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Shout out to my friend Becca Peters!
Dog Boarding Weekly and weekends available. 
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Cameron County Chamber Teams up With Goblins Chocolates

 

Cameron County Chamber Teams up With Goblins Chocolates 

Valentine’s Day tradition continues as the Cameron County Chamber of Commerce brings St Marys chocolatier, Goblins Chocolates to the county. Goblin’s is a family owned business making delicious confections from their home. 

 Strawberries can be ordered in dark, white or milk chocolate. They are packaged as 6 for $20.00 or a dozen for $32.50 

 Orders will be accepted through February 8. Pick up will be available starting Tuesday February 13
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February Dental Specials at Potter Co. Vet. Clinic

https://www.facebook.com/PotterCVC

 

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Causer to Offer Property Tax/Rent Rebate Assistance

 

Causer to Offer Property Tax/Rent Rebate Assistance, Reminds Seniors of Expanded Income Limits, Rebate Amounts

BRADFORD – Applications for the 2023 Property Tax/Rent Rebate program are now open, and Rep. Martin Causer (R-Turtlepoint) is reminding area residents that free assistance is available through his office.

Even more senior citizens and people with disabilities are eligible for rebates through the program this year thanks to a new state law that increased income eligibility limits to $45,000 for both homeowners and renters, excluding 50% of Social Security income. The maximum rebate was also increased from $650 to $1,000.

“At a time when many are struggling to meet the rising cost of inflation, this is a great opportunity for people on fixed incomes to get some help with their rent or property taxes,” Causer said. “My office is happy to help make that happen at no charge.”

In addition to offering assistance at the Bradford, Coudersport and Kane legislative offices, Causer has also scheduled a series of Property Tax/Rent Rebate clinics across the area. 
The schedule is as follows: 
Emporium Senior Center, 105 E. Fourth St., Emporium: Tuesday, Feb. 20, 10 a.m. to noon.
 Appointments preferred. Call 814-486-3707.

The Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program benefits eligible residents 65 years and older; widows and widowers 50 years and older; and people with disabilities 18 years and older.

Those who wish to attend one of the clinics or stop by Causer’s office for assistance are reminded to bring the following documentation to allow claims to be processed:

Renters will need a 2023 PA Rent Certificate, completed by their landlord, or statement from HUD office; 2023 proof of income, such as Social Security/Disability Form 1099, employment W-2, Pension/Retirement Form 1099 and Interest/Dividends Form 1099; and a driver’s license or photo identification. Some may also need to bring a death certificate, life lease or deed. Homeowners will need proof of 2023 paid property taxes to their county, municipality and school district; 2023 proof of income, such as Social Security/Disability Form 1099, employment W-2, Pension/Retirement Form 1099 and Interest/Dividends Form 1099; and a driver’s license or photo identification. Some may also need to bring a death certificate, life lease or deed. Applicants who wish to receive their rebates through direct deposit should bring a check for account information. If not, paper checks will be mailed. Disbursements should begin after July 1.

More information is available at www.RepCauser.com.
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Animal Science Club Informational Meeting Feb. 22

4-H Elk and Cameron Counties 

 There is an Animal Science Club starting up in Cameron County! 
 If you are interested in projects about horses, rabbits, dogs, goats, pigs, and other animals, join us for our information meeting in February! 
 At this meeting, we will talk about registration, how 4-H clubs work, how often we will meet, and a lot of other cool things about 4-H. 
 We hope to see you there!
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Library Used Book Sale

Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library

 ðŸ“šðŸ’” Sick of roses and heart-shaped chocolates?
 Join our Library Used Book Sale – where paper cuts are the only wounds you'll get!
 ðŸ“… Date: Feb 14-17 
🕰️ Time: Wed. 10-2, Thu-Fri 11am-7pm, Sat. 10am-4pm 
🌦️ Weather permitting, let's spill some literary tea outdoors! 
Pay what you think it's worth, throw it in the donation box, and snag used books, DVDs, and more – because nothing says self-love like a good deal! 
📚 Dive into genres so good, they're practically a guilty pleasure. Movies, CDs, Audiobooks – we've got your single-and-ready-to-mingle entertainment covered! 
💖 Who needs a significant other when you have books? 
Treat yourself at the Library Used Book Sale. Because laughter is the best medicine, and our prices are a close second!
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Ruth Alena (Leach) Engle

 

Ruth Alena (Leach) Engle, 103, of Reynoldsville, PA, passed away on Wednesday, January 24, 2024, while a patient at Penn Highlands DuBois in DuBois, PA.
 Ruth was born on October 13, 1920, to the late Thomas Meade and Mary Ethel (Morrison) Leach in Rathmel, PA. Ruth married Robert Harold Engle on December 25, 1940, in Reynoldsville, PA; Robert preceded her in passing January 1987. 
She was a member of the Emporium Presbyterian Church where she would teach Sunday School. She also was a member of the Board of Deacons and Boards of Elders. 
Ruth moved to Emporium in 1947 and resided there for 64 years until she relocated to Emerickville in 2012. Ruth worked for the Cameron County High School in the cafeteria for 23 years. She was a cub scout leader and a girl scout leader. 

Ruth is survived by one daughter; Myrna Ruth Haines; one son; Thomas (Shirley) Robert Engle; five grandchildren; Brad (Janet) Haines; Lon “Rob” (Kelly) Haines; Leo (Rebecca Ishmael) Engle; Jimmy (Kim) Engle; Sheila (Brian) Engle Easley; one grandson in law; John Barr; and numerous great grandchildren Kimberly; Samantha; Piper; Colbie; Alex; Katelynn; Kurtis and; Kameron. 

In addition to her parents and husband, Ruth is preceded in passing by brother; Robert Leach; sister; Joann Tatters and her husband; William Tatters; granddaughter; Lisa Barr; and son in law; John Haines.

 Family and friends will be received on Monday, January 29, 2024, from 2pm to 4pm, at the Snyder – d’Argy Funeral Home, 206 E. Main Street, Reynoldsville, PA 15851. 
A funeral service will take place immediately following the viewing, beginning at 4pm.
 Interment will take place at Smith Cemetery, Reynoldsville, Jefferson Co., PA. 
Memorial contributions may be made in her name to the Hormtown Community Center, in care of Sherry Bailey, 1340 Apple Orchard Road, Reynoldsville, PA 15851. 
Online condolences and other information may be found by visiting  www.dargyfh.com
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First Presbyterian Church Sunday Service

First Presbyterian Church 
 Bob Spaeth will be in the pulpit on Sunday, February 4, 2024.
 Worship service starts@ 10:30am. 
Everyone is welcome. 
Music Director: Matt Wright 
Liturgist: Gary Boden 
Communion Servers: Don Reed and Mike Ramsey
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Super Bowl of Caring to Tackle Hunger

 

First Presbyterian Church 
The Deacons are currently taking donations of can goods and other non-perishable food for their yearly Souper Bowl of Caring to Tackle Hunger event which will benefit the Cameron County Community Food Pantry. Bring your donations on Sunday and vote for either Kansas City or San Francisco. Donations can also be dropped off when the church secretary is on duty Monday 10-noon or Thursday 10-noon.
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Parade of Stars to be held March 2, 2024

Save the Date!
 March 2, 2024 Annual Parade of Stars 
Keep watching for more info!!
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Erika Frank Lentz

COUDERSPORT, PA—Erika Frank Lentz passed away on Sunday, January 28, 2024. She was born in Vienna, Austria to the parents of Anna Hopfinger Frank and Koloman Frank on August 26, 1928. She had 4 siblings, Eda, Elfie, Koloman and Walter. She had 4 half-siblings, Ernestina, Koloman, Heidi and Hans. Her family lived and siblings grew up during World War II. Erika was 10 years old when the war started.

Her half-sister Ernestina married after the occupation and left with her family for Australia with no contact from then on. Her brother Koloman at age 17 was required to serve in the military and after only six months was reported as missing in action and assumed killed.

In 1947 after being liberated by the United States she met a soldier and his name was Lawrence M Lentz from the little town of Austin, Pa. They were a couple…Lawrence was discharged from the military and came home in December 1946. His bride followed in January 1947. They were married in the little town of Austin. She was welcomed by the Lentz family with kindness, love and compassion.

Erika became a citizen of the United States in 1955. Erika’s sister Eda and brother Walter left their homeland as well and relocated to Canada sometime after. Her mother, Anna, and her sister, Elfie, came to the US around 1960. At this point, Erika had not seen her mother for those 13 years and there were NO cell phones, NO internet, and virtually no international calling. After a short visit in the States, her mom and sister relocated to Canada.

Erika and Lawrence raised seven children and one grandchild in Austin; Katherine, Lawrence, Mark, Vera, Liesa and her daughter Tara, Brenda and Melinda. It was an awesome time for us her children…we had so many relatives and it was a great family. We were not rich or rocket scientists but we were all FAMILY…we all loved each other and laughed at each other and took care of each other.

My mother never worried if we were gone all day playing with our cousins because she knew one of our aunts or grandparents would be watching out for us, feeding us or sending us home if we got into mischief. I think my mother didn’t realize how her children loved our family life until the past several years. It’s funny how parents and children see things differently. We as parents are striving for better for our children when in reality they already have the best because we love each other…..you can’t beat that!!

Erika is survived by 5 loving children, Katherine (Irvin) Saler, Lawrence K. Lentz, Vera Pesock, Brenda (Steve) Erway and Melinda Monroe. They all live in Coudersport…she had 14 grandchildren, 26 plus great-grandchildren and 12 plus great-great-grandchildren. Also survived by her sisters, Elfie and Eda, both of Canada; and her brother Walter of Emporium.

Erika was predeceased in death by her parents, her always loving and endearing husband Lawrence, her daughter Liesa who died in a motor vehicle accident in 2013, her son Mark who died unexpectedly in 2018, her grand baby Joey and her loving and caring son-in-law, Paul Pesock.

She will truly be missed by all of us who knew her and loved her…we as sisters are especially grateful to our awesome brother Larry who was a constant in our mother’s life. You were every minute with her and attentive to her. You are the best brother ever. And mom knew that…..We thank everyone who spent time with her on her last days. Who came and made us laugh. Who came and brought us food (they know we eat anything). Who called and offered help and concern. We won’t forget her many hats (she loved wearing hats), all the raisins you put in baked goods because they made it better, your scolding us (rightfully so), your accent, your Goodwill shopping, your always grocery shopping (when you needed nothing), we all have our favorite memories…don’t forget them and talk about them and pass them on..

We thank Hospice who helped us in her last days, her doctors who always tried to keep her at her best, Palliative care who gave us support at a time we needed it…her neighbors who stopped in with goodies and ‘buggy’ rides and visits…the prayers of our friends and family, anyone who touched us and her in her last days…THANK YOU… We appreciated it all. Also special thanks to her sister, Elfie, for staying with her as Erika recovered in June from surgery.

If you so desire, memorials can be made to Special Olympics (PO Box 25, Coudersport, PA 16915, ATN: Pam Walasquez) or a charity of your choice….
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McKean County Fair Dates for 2024 & 2025

 

McKean County Fair 
 Mark your calendars! 
 The 2024 Fair dates are: August 11-17, 2024, and the 2025 Fair dates are: August 10-16, 2025! 
 We are working diligently on the schedule for both years.
 Stay tuned for updated information!
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Saint Marys Airport Drag Races Return

 

Saint Marys Airport Drag Races 
 ðŸš¨ðŸš¨WE ARE BACK!!!🚨🚨 
Racing will be happening Summer 2024. 
June 16th, July 28th, Sept 8th

Follow their FB page for updates! 

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Rotary News Holiday Social 2024

Rotary Club of Emporium 
This month, we had our annual holiday party to celebrate the successes of the previous year and to enjoy each other's company. We thought this would be a good time to reflect back on some of the work we have completed in 2023. The Rotary year runs from July through June, so these are just a handful of the things we have worked on from July through December 2023: monthly box packing at the Cameron County Community Food Pantry, planting & watering the garden at the Guy and Mary Felt Manor, annual Rotary Picnic, clean up of the Rails to Trails, presenting the Service Above Self award to the McCann's (owners of the Emporium Food Market), donating dictionaries to the 3rd graders of Cameron County & Austin School Districts, highway clean up along Route 46, donations made to the World's Greatest Meal (fight to eradicate Polio), ShelterBox, Emporium Senior Center, and other local organizations. Of course, there were some "fun" activities as well, such as: passing out candy during Super Weekend & Trunk or Treat, lunch to show appreciation for our kitchen volunteers, chili sale during Weekend in the Wilds, creating a float for the annual Christmas parade and more. If you want to see how you can become a member of this hard-working, fun-loving team, stop by our weekly Tuesday meeting or talk to a Rotarian today!

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Cameron County Community Chest Jan. Update

 

Cameron County Community Chest Jan. Update

As of January 28th, we have collected $15,806 toward our $16,600 goal. Thanks to all who have contributed so far. We are almost there. This month’s featured organization will be the Garden Club. 

The Garden Club uses funds raised for their projects to beautify our community. The members of the club plant and take care of the flowers and shrubs at the Library, Veterans’ Memorial Park, Northwest Savings Bank, Citizens and Northern Bank and the containers in the Downtown area. They do seasonal decorations inside the library. The garden Club takes care of the atrium at the Guy & Mary Felt Manor and the Assisted Living planters. The Club participates in the October Festival at Sizerville State Park and has a display at the Cameron County Fair. They also do litter pickup and recycling for a two mile stretch of Route 120W 3 times a year as part of the “Adopt-A-Highway” program. Several years ago, they were able to purchase and install a Blue Star Memorial Highway Marker at the Cameron County Veterans’ Memorial Park. The object of the club is to develop the knowledge and love of gardening for the mutual benefit of the members and community.

The club has many activities planned for 2024. We will start our year with a kick-off dinner. We will have a program to entertain and educate us with details forthcoming. On Earth Day in April we will do the highway clean-up for the spring. In May we will be looking forward to planting the new containers on Fourth Street purchased by the Borough as part of their beautification project for our downtown. We also will be planting at the Vets’ Park, Northwest Savings Banks, the library, the Senior Center and Citizens and Northern Bank areas. We are planning to take two field trips this year; one to State College to enjoy the newly renovated Arboretum and one to Bradford to Deer Springs Homestead. In the fall we always participate in the Jan Hampton Conservation night at the fair and provide a hands-on natural craft for the children and at the Sizerville State Park Autumn Festival. We plan to enjoy the harvest in September with a potluck dinner and share vegetables and plants with each other. As always all are welcome to attend. It is always fun to see what we can create in the fall with dried materials that are available in nature or ones we have dried ourselves. We will have that meeting in October or be seen at Sizerville for the Festival. November brings in colder weather and we prepare for the holidays with the “Decorating with Greens” in the downtown area. We will end our year with a Christmas gathering. 

Watch for information on the upcoming events and ways to help in our community. Volunteers and new members are always welcome. For more information on the Garden Club, these activities, to participate in the activities, or if you would like to make a donation to the Garden Club, please contact Jill Perry.

The 2024 Fund Drive will stay open until September 30 th . No donation/memorial is too small. Please send your tax deductible contribution to: Cameron County Community Chest, PO Box 134, Emporium, PA 15834, Attn: Judd Schager. Help to support the Recreation Board, Community Nurses, Red Cross, Friends of the Library, Package Team, Garden Club, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, Sylvan Heritage, 4-H, SPCA and Special Community Requests.
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