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State Library of Pennsylvania back after 5 years of renovations

After five years of separation from its collection of 4.5 million items, the State Library of Pennsylvania is back in business — now all it needs are readers. In mid-2019, the library — Pennsylvania’s official repository for state historical materials along with a vast general reference collection, some of which dates back hundreds of years — moved out of its nearly century-old home in Harrisburg’s Forum Building as part of a long-awaited renovation. Much of the collection was able to stay, albeit it was wrapped in plastic or otherwise secured from construction dust. A ...

For a winter gardening project with a gourmet touch, try growing microgreens

Microgreens have been popping up as garnishes at high-end restaurants, but they’re more than just a gourmet trick of the trade. The 2-to-3-inch seedlings of edible plants, which add a burst of color and flavor to food, are packed with nutrients and can make for a fun winter gardening ...

James V Brown Library offers resources to learn about dental health

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month and the James V. Brown Library, 19 E. Fourth St., has resources available for families to learn about the importance of good dental health for children. From 10-11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 2, the Library will host a program in which families can ...

Discussion to focus on Vikings

Dr. Cullen Chandler, Frank and Helen Lowry Professor of History at Lycoming College, will review Cat Jarman’s River Kings: A New History of Vikings from Scandinavia to the Silk Roads at 12:15 p.m., Feb. 2 in the Lowry Room of the Welch Family Wing. In River Kings, Jarman “weaves the results of her own research and the history of the Vikings into a compelling and comprehensive understanding that will surprise and delight readers,” a news release said. She begins by explaining the archaeological find of a small carnelian bead at a site in England associated with the Vikings. ...

West Branch Pride to host birthday bash

West Branch Pride will host a Birthday Bash to celebrate one year of Pride Wednesday programs from 6 to 8 p.m., Feb. 14, at the YWCA Northcentral PA. According to a news release, there will be food, door prizes, live music, activities, and a photo booth provided by Eclectic Emporium. “Bring your valentine and enjoy this free event,” the news release said. “As always, at West Branch Pride, everyone is welcome, everyone belongs." Pride Wednesdays occur every second and fourth Wednesday of each month from 6 to 8 p.m. at the YWCA Northcentral PA. West Branch Pride provides ...

Strength-training classes to help with health

Lifelong Improvements through Fitness Together (LIFT) is an 8-week, in-person strength-training program. Led by a qualified, trained instructor, sessions include an active warm-up, eight core strength-training exercises, and a cool-down. The program also teaches participants easy ways to incorporate fruits and vegetables in their daily diet. The class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 5 to 6 p.m. from Feb. 5 to March 27 at the Penn State Extension Office located at 542 County Farm Road in Montoursville.