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James V Brown Library to salute friends’ group at event

The James V. Brown Library, 19 E. Fourth St., will spend the week of Oct. 15-23 recognizing its Friends of the Library group as part of the 18th annual celebration of National Friends of Libraries Week. The Friends of the James V. Brown Library were established in 1956 by Robert P. Henry, a trade union worker who wanted to raise funds to help renovate the library. Since that time, the Friends group has grown from several community members to nearly 500 members. Since 1996, the Friends financial support for library programs and facilities has totaled more than $515,000. The ...

Authority gives more than $24,000 to charities

McELHATTAN — Over $24,000 in charity money will be donated to several county-wide nonprofits by the Clinton County Solid Waste Authority. A total of $24,654 will be donated, which was raised from the 22nd Annual John B. Hoy, Jr., Charity Golf Tournament. The tournament was held on Sept. 29. The money was spread out to the Clinton County Historical Society, Good Neighbor Center of the Renovo Council of Churches and the Covenant Cafe. Representatives from local non-profits received checks from the Solid Waste Board during Wednesday’s monthly board of directors meeting at the ...

Christian women’s luncheon to feature craft show theme

The Lock Haven Christian Women’s Connection will enjoy a “Craft Show” luncheon on Oct. 25 at at the Flemington First Church of Christ, 714 Canal St., Allison Township. According to a news release, the doors will open for shopping at 10 a,m. with the program beginning at 11:50 a.m. “There is always good food, lots of fun and music, and gifted speakers that help inform and inspire ladies to make a most memorable day,” the news release said. Feature Chairperson Dora Lea Watson has lined up some popular crafters from our area to fill the vendor area of the church ...

West Branch Pride to host ball

West Branch Pride is hosting a Fall Ball from 7 to 10 p.m., Oct. 21 at the Pajama Factory. “It will be a fabulous evening of fun in a safe space where everyone is welcome and everyone belongs,” a news release from the organizers said. “Come as you are, come as you like, costumes are welcome!” The evening will include music and dancing, a photo booth provided by The Selfie Lounge, games and a silent auction and raffle. Light refreshments will be provided. Alcoholic Beverages for guests 21 and older will be available to purchase from Bald Birds Brewing. More information or ...

James V Brown Library pledges to be breastfeeding friendly place

The James V. Brown Library, 19 E. Fourth St., recently celebrated August as National Breastfeeding Awareness Month during a recent monthly Baby Café program. Members from the Lycoming Clinton Breastfeeding Coalition and UPMC Williamsport provided information about creating a ...

Library observes Banned Books Week

In turbulent times, books are tools that help people navigate the world around them. Intellectual freedom and access to information uplift people in crisis and during more peaceful times, so the James V. Brown Library invites you to champion the right to read during Banned Books Week, October ...