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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.

3 workshops coming to city library

Three events at the James V. Brown Library will help small business owners and aspiring public speakers. The library, 19 E. Fourth St., has announced two free workshops for small business owners. From 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Monday, April Line will offer a discussion-based workshop to help you prioritize your passion and start thinking of creative solutions to get back to doing the things you actually love to do. There’s no one-size-fits-all with small business, and every small business owner is different. You didn’t start your business because you love writing schedules, managing ...

Library’s board sees changes

The James V. Brown Library, 19 E. Fourth St., has announced two changes to its board of trustees. On Nov. 16, the board accepted the resignation of Trisha Gibbons Marty, who was named trustee emeritus. Marty was appointed by city council and served for 12 years. She held the leadership ...

2024 color of the year — and your garden

With a new year comes new trends, and the 2024 Pantone color of the year, “Peach Fuzz,” will be dictating many of them. What does this have to do with your garden? Everything. The Pantone Color Institute has been governing worldwide color trends since 2000, providing, according to its ...