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New Life for Newberry Church Buildings The Newberry Christian Fellowship, a 2017 Mennonite church plant, has recently acquired two church properties in Newberry, and it hopes to use these resources to serve the community alongside other churches and community organizations. Newberry Christian Fellowship, led by Pastor John Sensenig, obtained both the former Memorial Baptist building at 2100 3rd St. and the St. Matthew Lutheran building at 2233 Linn St., across from Phil Park. Originally meeting in the basement of the Diamond Square Market on 4th St. and then in the West End Christian Community Center, the fellowship knew it needed to find a permanent location, says Sensenig. The church was planted by its sending church in Watsontown. It started with about six families and a few single people volunteering to take on the work of building a new church in a more urban area. Church services started in January 2017, and the Diamond Square Market opened for business in May of that year. “We got the Memorial Baptist building first,” Sensenig says, “but then St. Matthew became available, and it was in a more desirable location right across from the park.” The Mennonite church also plans to renovate the Memorial Baptist building, which has a number of maintenance needs, and use it to start a day care center in the near future. “We want to avoid any feeling of competition. Our desire is to work alongside existing efforts in the community,” Sensenig says. Any ministry or service ideas are checked against other programs on offer elsewhere in the area to ensure there is no significant overlap. Besides their normal Sunday services and the resources they make available at the Diamond Square Market, Newberry Christian Fellowship holds Truth Club youth meetings every first and third Thursday evenings at the St. Matthew building, and they offer a property care service for shut-ins. The youth meetings are generally for ages 5-11, though some activities are also provided for teens.“ Our main objective,” Sensenig says, “is to offer the life-giving message of Jesus Christ…[but as Mennonites] we want to emphasize the practical living out of the faith, not just believing creeds but putting the faith into shoe leather.” Mennonites trace their founding to the Anabaptist groups that came out of the Reformation around 1525, emphasizing local congregation autonomy, non-resistance, and a life of obedience to Jesus’s commands in the Sermon on the Mount. ~ Submitted by Joshua Hill

insideNewberryTo honor the past...inform the present...envision the future, insideNewberry is published quarterly by Newberry Community Partnership (NCP) as a service to the neighborhood to promote community pride and facilitate communication between residents, schools, civic organizations and businesses. NCP is a non-profit community-based organization established in 2006. Please support our sponsors who made this issue possible!• Diamond Street Market, Deli & Café• Equinox• Erb’s West End Market• Hill’s Garage• JB Realty• Knight-Confer Funeral Home• MAS Printing• Newberry Estates• Newberry Laundry Basket• Newberry Lions Club• Newberry Sub Shop• Newberry Xchange• PNC Home Care• Ralph Steer State Farm• Sanders Mortuary• Sunrise Real Estate• Triple A Motors• Woodlands Bank

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NEWBERRY STREETS TO UNDERGO IMPROVEMENTS Newberry residents and business owners will see a significant, long-term improvement in the condition of West Fourth Street once PennDOT’s West Fourth Street Reconstruction Project is completed in 2020. The contractor is expected to begin work in October. This multi-year project includes reconstruction of West Fourth Street from Hillside Avenue to Oliver Avenue, and from Arch Street to Route 15 in Newberry. The project includes full depth reconstruction of the street, new curbs and sidewalks, Americans with Disabilities Act curb ramp upgrades, driveway and street tie-ins, storm sewer upgrades, tree work, and replacement of antiquated traffic signals. In addition to the areas being reconstructed, West Fourth Street will be milled and paved from Oliver Avenue to Arch Street. Work also will be conducted on Oliver Avenue from West Fourth Street to Unnamed Alley No. 7 (called Dove Ct. on Google Maps) and on Unnamed Alley No. 7 from Oliver Avenue to Wayne Avenue. West Fourth Street will be closed only where the contractor is actively working. Traffic will have access to all portions of West Fourth Street except where work is being performed. Side street access also will be available. Parking will be restricted in the work area. A detour will be in effect during work on West Fourth Street using Wahoo Drive, Trenton Avenue, McMinn Avenue, Poplar Street, West Third Street and Rose Street. There will be a temporary traffic signal at the intersection of West Third Street and the Route 15 on- and off-ramps. Pre- and post-construction housing inspections will be performed along West Fourth Street. Race Street between West Fourth Street and Newberry Street will be two way with parking restrictions. The pavement on West Fourth Street is severely deteriorated. The brick and concrete subbase was constructed in the 1920s and can no longer support the pavement. Reconstruction is necessary because paving over the deteriorated base is no longer efficient or economical. ~ Submitted by David Thompson, Community Relations Coordinator, PennDOT District 3-0.

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Editor’s Note: Phil Preziosi, after whom Phil Park is named, has taken an active role in improving the park. There have been varying opinions about Phil’s ideas, so in order to accommodate all who would like to have their concerns heard, the city has created a question-naire. The Newberry Community Partnership, publisher of insideNewberry, supports improvements to Phil Park that will benefit the community and make more use of the park. While we have not endorsed any specific plan, we look forward to hearing more from Phil about what he would like to do at the park. I encourage the city and Newberry residents to keep an open mind and do what’s best for the majority of residents. For your convenience, insideNewberry is providing this copy of the survey that you may fill out and send to the City’s Streets and Parks Office Building. ~ Bob Woodley

The City of Williamsport would like to reach out to you to understand your local park needs. We have several new City Staff Administrators that would like your input on your recreational asset. We have a nine-question survey to receive your input. Please go tohttps://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Newberry ParkSurvey of complete the form below and return it to the City’s Streets & Parks Office Building, 1550 West 3rd Street, Just over the bridge from Newberry. Thank youand hope to hear from you soon! ~ Submitted by Chelsea Myers, Municipal Planner

1. Do you live in Newberry? ______Yes ______ No If no, what is your interest in the park? (Examples: Walking, Athletic Activities, Playground for your kids) _______________________________________________________________

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2. How often do you or someone in your household use the park and recreation equipment? (Please mark one). ______Daily ______Weekly ______Monthly ______Annually ______Never 3. What games and activities would you like to see or have? _______________________________________________________________

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4. What would your ideal use of the bocce ball courts be? ______Tournament ______Play Day ______Both ______Other (please specify) _______________________________________________________________

5. What athletic activities would you like to see in the park? (Please specify if youth or adult). _______________________________________________________________

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6. What arts would you like to see in the park? (Please mark all that apply). ______Art/Craft Shows ______Concerts ______Drama/Theater ______Museum Program ______Library Events ______Ceramics/Pottery ______None ______Other (please specify) _______________________________________________________________

7. What special events would you like to have in the park? (Please mark all that apply). ______Holiday ______Food Festival ______Health Fair ______Music Festival ______Carnival ______None ______Other (please specify) _______________________________________________________________

8. In terms of the playground, have you or some you know noticed anything in disrepair, items that are broken, damaged, or not working properly? ______Yes ______ No If yes, please explain: _______________________________________________________________

9. What would you like to improve or have in the park? (Please mark all that apply). ______Benches ______Walking Paths ______Playground ______Lighting ______Bike Racks ______Trash Receptacles ______Landscaping ______Other (please specify) _______________________________________________________________

With vested interest in the park, and limited Park and Recreation Staff, we are looking for volunteers to help with recreation and park activities. If you are inter-ested in volunteering, please list your name and contact information below:

Name____________________________________________________________

Phone____________________________________________________________

Mailing Address_________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________

Email_____________________________________________________________

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High School in 1920. It was converted to and renamed as Jackson Elementary School in 1952. In 1992, the aging school was deemed overcrowded and scheduled for demolition to accommodate the construction of the current building. In 1993, a new Jackson Elementary School opened as home of the “Jackson Eagles” for kindergarten through fifth-grade students. After two decades, a district-wide reconfiguration in 2013 re-named it as a primary school for kindergarten through third-grade students. Principal Kirk Felix said the evening will take a retrospective look at the school’s opening year, showcasing aspects of the social, political and economic climate of its early 90’s beginnings. While the event itself is an invitation to the community, Felix said students also will take part in celebrating their school’s birthday with themed activities throughout that week. ~ Submitted by Greg L. Hayes

Lycoming Nursery SchoolLNS CELEBRATES 50 YEARS OF FUN The 2018-2019 school year marks the 50th anniversary of Lycoming Nursery School! Lycoming Nursery School is an affordable, non-profit school that offers excellent social and academic preparation, in addition to music class, Story-Mobile, Stretch-n-Grow and monthly field trips. The school is a unique opportunity for children to grow and learn with teachers that are licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. The fall season brings much excitement to the school as we have many events and outings for the students. Beginning in October our students will visit a local fire station to learn about fire safety, pick the perfect pumpkin at Carpenter’s pumpkin patch, as well as participate in all of the spooky fun activities of Halloween, including a costume parade and party. In November, the school will host a Thanksgiving dinner for our families, prepared by our students and staff. December is a very exciting month for our school as we prepare for the holidays and also our biggest and most popular fundraiser, our annual “Breakfast With Santa.” This year the event will be held on December 1st at Lycoming Presbyterian Church. Children can visit and take photos with Santa and enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast. During the event there will be a silent auction

Jackson Primary School

SCHOOLS CELEBRATES 25TH ANNIVERSARY Jackson Primary School is inviting the community to journey back to 1993 later this fall when it plans to celebrate its 25th anniversary. Organizers are hard at work planning a public commemoration of the school that has reached its quarter-century mark with an open house from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 24. “We have a number of things planned for that evening that captures the spirit of the building as it is now while celebrating its history,” said Kay Fisher, one of the event organizers who has served as the school’s music teacher since its opening. “The event will look back at not only this building through the years but will also honor its predecessor.” Anchored in the Newberry Street neighborhood, the school originally opened as Theodore Roosevelt Junior

Updates from Newberry’s Schools

Continued on next pageAbove: An old picture of Jackson Elementary School. Below: Jackson Elementary School today.

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of baskets filled with goods from local businesses including restaurants, jewelers, independent consultants and much, much more! Advanced tickets will be available to purchase from attending students. Tickets may also be available the day of the event at the door. To learn more, visit our website at www.lycoming-nurseryschool.com, our Facebook page, or call our registrar, Amber, at 570-772-4508. ~ Submitted by Kristen Ciccarelli

West Branch School

WBS CELEBRATES GRANDPARENTS AT ANNUAL TEA On Friday, September 14, the annual Grandparents’ Tea was held at West Branch School. This yearly event honors grandparents and the impact they have on young lives. All grandparents of current students were invited to attend. Following tradition, the tea began with a short program led by WBS students. Throughout the previous weeks, students had created drawings, poems, books, and songs in honor of their grandparents and the bonds that are shared between generations. Students had the opportunity to introduce their grandparents and present their works of art. It is always heartwarming to see the smiles and love between children and their grandparents. After the program, all grandparents were invited to enjoy a luncheon with their grandchildren. They also had the opportunity to meet teachers and tour the school. West Branch School is a parent-led school, and grandparents are always welcome to share their talents and gifts with the students. Last spring, Marsha Watro, grandmother of WBS student Jack McChesney, was a guest speaker and storyteller at WBS. As part of her program, she had the K-2 students create “Crayon Blocks” that seven women later sewed into quilts. These “Crayon Quilts” will be donated to emergency squads in the Newtown, PA area as part of a “Children Helping Children” initiative. These small quilts provide comfort to children in crisis. Marsha commented, “It was a wonderful experience for me to share this project with West Branch students. Their warm and enthusiastic response to helping children was a joy to see.” The seven “Crayon Quilts” were on display at the school during the Grandparents’ Tea. Grandparents play an integral role in WBS families as well as in the running of the school. Grandparents

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often drive students to field trips, volunteer to share special talents as guest speakers, drop off and pick up students from school, participate in various committees, and offer support to current families. Truly, our school would not run as smoothly without the support of our grandparents. Thank you, grandparents, for all that you do! For more information about West Branch School, please visit www.westbranchschool.org. ~ Submitted by Katie Brass

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The Penn State Master Gardeners of Lycoming County will be offering gardening classes and events as we head into summer to get homeowners growing in plant knowledge! Classes held at the County Lysock View Complex, 542 County Farm Rd., Montoursville unless otherwise specified. Seating limited, registration is required. Registration may be done online for each specific event at http://extension.psu.edu/lycoming/events or by calling toll-free 877-345-0691.

October 5 – First Friday. Stop by the Master Gardener’s table downtown Williamsport 5:00 to dark.

October 13 – What’s growing on in the Garden? 10:00 to 11:00 AM – See what produce, pests and plants are growing!

October 20 – Outdoor Grower’s Market 8:00 to 1:00 PM – Stop by the Master Gardener’s table at the Grower’s Market, corners of Hepburn and Little League Blvd.

November 3 – Gifts from the Garden, 10:00 to Noon – Join us to learn how to make decoupaged flowers and terra cotta clay pot ornaments ($10 donation)

December 6 – Make a Holiday Centerpiece with Fresh Cut Greens! 6:00 to 8:00 PM ($10 donation) - Make a

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December 8 – Make a Holiday Centerpiece with Fresh Cut Greens! 6:00 to 8:00 PM (donation of $10) - Make a beautiful holiday arrangement with six winter greens. Everything will be provided including the container, candle, greens and ribbon. All you bring is your gardening gloves and clippers.

Stop by the gardens to enjoy the beauty, relax by the water feature, or bring your children out for some outdoor play! Please check our events website, stop by the office to pick up a program brochure, or check out our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/LycomingCountyMasterGardeners. Penn State encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing special accommodations or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact Jean Hammond at 570-433-3040 prior to your participation or visit. ~ Submitted by Carol Loveland

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Regular Meetings of Civic & Other Groups in NewberryALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS (AA) ...... 570-323-6297

Meets Wednesdays & Saturdays at 7:00 PM • WECCCIf attending, use side entrance off gravel parking lot.

The support group welcomes new members. For additional information, call the

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CUB SCOUT PACK 14 .......................... 570-326-5569Every Monday • 7:00 pm • St. John’s-Newberry UMC

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LYCOMING COUNTY LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS2nd Wednesday of Month through December (Excluding July)

5:00 to 7:00 pm • Lycoming College • Wendle Hall • Room B 307 Enter Wendle Hall, 3rd floor, down long hallway as you exit

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3rd Wednesday of the Month • 5:30 pm • WECCCIf you would like to present an idea or have a neighborhood concern, please call or email

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2nd Tuesday of the Month • 5:30 pm • Kast HotelWe welcome visitors and new members.

NEWBERRY LIONESS ........................... 570-322-8302 1st Tuesday • 6:30 pm Dinner followed by Meeting

St. Matthew Lutheran Church • Linn Street

NEWBERRY LIONS .......570-326-0259, 570-323-77692nd & 4th Tuesday • 6:30 pm • Lions Building • Newberry Park

SONS OF ITALY LODGE 138 ................ 570-326-92222nd Monday • 7:00 pm

NOTE: These are active groups that welcome new members, let them know you’d like to attend. To be listed, the contact Editor, insideNewberry, 913 Diamond Street, Newberry, PA 17701 or insideNewberry@yahoo.com.

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H H H SPECIAL VOTER SECTION H H 2018 GENERAL ELECTION • Tuesday, November 6, 2018

Neither the NCP nor insideNewberry endorses any political party or candidate

Federal and state offices will appear on November ballot. In addition, the city’s Charter Commission and Government Study Commission have each placed referendums that would alter the structure of city government onto the ballot in the 17 wards of the City of Williamsport.

FEDERAL OFFICES ON THE BALLOT:United States Senator (Statewide)

Representative in Congress (12th District)STATE OFFICES ON THE BALLOT:

Governor Lieutenant Governor

(Statewide, the candidates run as a ticket and voters must choose the candidates of a single party)

Representative in the General Assembly (83rd and 84th Districts).

In addition, two referendums will appear on the ballot in the 17 Wards of the City of Williamsport:

Optional Third-Class City Charter Question Shall a coun-cil-manager plan of the Optional Third-Class City Charter Law providing for seven council members to be elected at large be

adopted by the City of Williamsport?

Home Rule Question Shall the Home Rule Charter, contained in the report dated September 4, 2018, of the Government Study Commission, prepared in accordance with the Home Rule Charter and Optional Plans Law, be adopted by the

City of Williamsport?

Monday, October 8 is the last day to register to vote or make changes to your registration before the election.

Tuesday, October 30 is the last day to apply for a civil-ian absentee ballot. Applications must be received in the Office of Voter Services before 5:00pm in order to be pro-cessed. Faxed or emailed applications cannot be accepted. Postmarks do not count. When submitting an application by mail, allow at least 2 days for delivery of local mail and 3-5 days for mail originating from outside the county.

Friday, November 2 is the last day to return a voted civilian absentee ballot. Voted absentee ballots must be received in the Office of Voter Services before 5:00 PM for the ballot to be counted. Postmarks do not count. When submitting a voted absentee ballot by mail, allow at least 2 days for delivery of local mail and 3-5 days for mail originating from outside the county. Due to the weight/thickness of absenteeballot cardstock, additional postage may be required.

Civilians who experience an emergency after 5:00 pm on Tuesday, October 30 may be eligible to apply for an emergency civilian absentee ballot. Contact the Office of Voter Services for more information.

Uniformed military and their dependents and overseas civilians apply for and submit absentee ballots in accordance with different requirements and deadlines. Contact the Office of Voter Services for more information.

If you are uncertain of where to vote on Election Day, contact the Office of Voter Services.

You may register to vote and/or apply for an absentee ballot by the following methods:

Register to vote online at http://register.votespa.comDownload an application to print, complete, and

submit from our website at www.lyco.org/Departments/VoterServices.aspx

Visit the Office of Voter Services, 1st Floor of Third Street Plaza,

33 West 3rd Street, Williamsport, PA 17701.Call the Office of Voter Services

to request that an application be mailed to you.

Voter Services can be reached at 570-327-2267 with any questions. We are open 8:30-5:00 M-F, and we are open all of Election Day. ~ Submitted by Forrest K. Lehman, Director of Elections and Registration, Lycoming County

Polls are open on Election Day continuously from 7:00 AM until 8:00 PM

NEWBERRY POLL LOCATIONS6th & 7th Wards

St. Matthews Lutheran Church2233 Linn Street

Political signs on premises ONLY at Linn and Pearl Street curbsides

8th WardLycoming Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall

825 Arch StreetUse Funston Avenue Entrance

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ThisYear’sEducationalFocus…

“TheSpiritofDowntownWilliamsport–Past,Present,andFuture”

“LiketheChristmasclassic,Williamsport’sstoryisoneofperseverance,hopeandtherebirththatresonatestoday,possessinglifeandbusinesslessonsthatareeverybitasrelevantastheywereinVictorianEngland.Givingthankstotheforefathersandbusinessownersfromthepast,wewillhonorthoseindividualsandbusinessandorganizationsthatmadetheHolidaysspecialwhenitwasthecustomtoShopDowntown,justlikethecurrentSHOPLOCALmovementisdoing.”

- ThadMeckley,HistoricTalk2018

Wewelcomeyouto the20thAnniversaryofthisannualtradition!Explorethebeautifulhomes,historicbuildingsandchurchesandexperiencetheirarchitecturalsignificance.Therearecountlessactivitiesscheduledthroughouttheweekendtohelpkick offtheholidayseason!Youcanexperienceallofthese:TreeLighting&Caroling,SpecialLecture,ArtisanHolidayMarket,ToyTrainExpo,DuboistownGardenClubHolidayHouse,BilltownChristmasParade,Children’sActivities(Saturday,YWCA),MusicalPerformancesthroughouttheday(Saturday),FoodAroundTown,andadisplayofParkHomeArt&Antiques(Sunday,ParkHomeMeadows).Hotelpackagesareavailable.VisitourFacebookpage:VictorianChristmasinWilliamsport.Fordetailedinformationvisitourwebsiteathttps://victorianchristmaspa.wordpress.com.

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HomesonTourinclude(OnlySaturday):TheSmith/UlmanHouse 634WestFourthSt.TheRowleyHouseMuseum 707WestFourthSt.TheCochran/LyonHouse 1005WestFourthSt.TheFredericMooreHouse 1035WestFourthSt.TheM’CauleyHouse 1217CampbellSt.TheDickertHouse 1401WoodmontAve.TheStroehmannHouse 1501GlenEchoRd.TheMyers/DouglassHouse 317GrampianBlvd.

Fortourinformationcontact:YvonneDiRocco570-772-5671

TICKETINFORMATION$20forAdults

FREEtoChildrenthroughAge18&StudentswithCollegeID

CashorCheck-Payableto"VictorianChristmas"ADVANCETICKETSAVAILABLEAT:

HistoricGenettiHotel&Suites,200W.FourthSt.CommunityArtsCenter,220W.FourthSt.

ForCreditCardpurchasescallLycomingCountyVisitorsBureau102W.

FourthSt.570-327-7700or800-358-9900

DAYOFTOURTICKETSAVAILABLEAT:TheTransportationMuseum,810NicholsPlaceHomes

onTourLycomingCountyVisitorsBureau,102W.FourthSt.YoucanpurchaseticketsonourE-Ticketwebsite:

www.2018victorianchristmas.eventbrite.com

PLEASEPICK-UPYOURCREDITCARDPURCHASEATTHEVISITOR’SBUREAU

Forticketinformationcontact:PeachieO’Connor570-419-2989

20th Annual

ThisYear’sEducationalFocus…

“TheSpiritofDowntownWilliamsport–Past,Present,andFuture”

“LiketheChristmasclassic,Williamsport’sstoryisoneofperseverance,hopeandtherebirththatresonatestoday,possessinglifeandbusinesslessonsthatareeverybitasrelevantastheywereinVictorianEngland.Givingthankstotheforefathersandbusinessownersfromthepast,wewillhonorthoseindividualsandbusinessandorganizationsthatmadetheHolidaysspecialwhenitwasthecustomtoShopDowntown,justlikethecurrentSHOPLOCALmovementisdoing.”

- ThadMeckley,HistoricTalk2018

Wewelcomeyouto the20thAnniversaryofthisannualtradition!Explorethebeautifulhomes,historicbuildingsandchurchesandexperiencetheirarchitecturalsignificance.Therearecountlessactivitiesscheduledthroughouttheweekendtohelpkick offtheholidayseason!Youcanexperienceallofthese:TreeLighting&Caroling,SpecialLecture,ArtisanHolidayMarket,ToyTrainExpo,DuboistownGardenClubHolidayHouse,BilltownChristmasParade,Children’sActivities(Saturday,YWCA),MusicalPerformancesthroughouttheday(Saturday),FoodAroundTown,andadisplayofParkHomeArt&Antiques(Sunday,ParkHomeMeadows).Hotelpackagesareavailable.VisitourFacebookpage:VictorianChristmasinWilliamsport.Fordetailedinformationvisitourwebsiteathttps://victorianchristmaspa.wordpress.com.

MediaSponsor

HomesonTourinclude(OnlySaturday):TheSmith/UlmanHouse 634WestFourthSt.TheRowleyHouseMuseum 707WestFourthSt.TheCochran/LyonHouse 1005WestFourthSt.TheFredericMooreHouse 1035WestFourthSt.TheM’CauleyHouse 1217CampbellSt.TheDickertHouse 1401WoodmontAve.TheStroehmannHouse 1501GlenEchoRd.TheMyers/DouglassHouse 317GrampianBlvd.

Fortourinformationcontact:YvonneDiRocco570-772-5671

TICKETINFORMATION$20forAdults

FREEtoChildrenthroughAge18&StudentswithCollegeID

CashorCheck-Payableto"VictorianChristmas"ADVANCETICKETSAVAILABLEAT:

HistoricGenettiHotel&Suites,200W.FourthSt.CommunityArtsCenter,220W.FourthSt.

ForCreditCardpurchasescallLycomingCountyVisitorsBureau102W.

FourthSt.570-327-7700or800-358-9900

DAYOFTOURTICKETSAVAILABLEAT:TheTransportationMuseum,810NicholsPlaceHomes

onTourLycomingCountyVisitorsBureau,102W.FourthSt.YoucanpurchaseticketsonourE-Ticketwebsite:

www.2018victorianchristmas.eventbrite.com

PLEASEPICK-UPYOURCREDITCARDPURCHASEATTHEVISITOR’SBUREAU

Forticketinformationcontact:PeachieO’Connor570-419-2989

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UPCOMING EVENTS OCTOBER 2018

Lycoming Presbyterian Church (LPC)• Worship Hour – 10:40 AM Every Sunday, 825 Arch Street, followed by Coffee Hour, Everyone Welcome!• Christian Martial Arts/Warriors for Christ – Mondays & Wednesdays, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM, Contact Steve Hunter – 570-651-9688

MONDAY, OCTOBER 8 – Columbus DaySATURDAY, OCTOBER 10 – League of Women Voter’s• A Historical Perspective of Williamsport’s different Forms of Government and the Pennsylvania Laws that created them presented by Bruce Huffman.• 5:00 PM, Lycoming College, Academic Center (aka Wendle Hall), 3rd Floor, Room B307.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13 – Church Rummage Sale• 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM, Lots of treasures & good food

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 27 – LPC Spaghetti Dinner• 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM – Adults $9.00, children ($-10 Years) $4.00, children 3 & Under, Free, Take-outs available at 4:00 PM

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 31 – Halloween

NOVEMBER 2018SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 11, 18, 25 – Pre Advent Bible Study• 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM - Hope, Joy, Peace, Love

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 4 – Daylight Savings - Turn Your Clocks Back! TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6 – 8th Ward - Election Day THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 22 – ThanksgivingFRIDAY, NOVEMBER 23 – Black FridayMONDAY, NOVEMBER 26 – Cyber Monday

DECEMBER 2018SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1 – Breakfast with Santa• Lycoming Nursery School, 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1 – Hanging of the Greens• 4:00 PM Everyone welcome!

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7 – Pearl Harbor MONDAY, DECEMBER 24 – Christmas Eve Candlelight Service• 7:00 PM Everyone welcome!

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 25 – Christmas DayMONDAY, DECEMBER 31 – New Year’s Day

2131 West 4th Street Williamsport, PAPhone Number: 570-567-7322

Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00AM-6:00PMSaturday – 10:00AM – 3:00PM

Breakfast served: 7AM-10AM Monday-Friday and all day on Saturday.

Lunch Menu Served: 10AM-6PM Monday – Friday

Breakfast Menu Includes: Breakfast Sandwiches, Cinnamon Rolls, Fruit & Yogurt Parfaits,

Smoothies, Coffee, Hot Tea, & Cappuccino.

Lunch Menu Includes:Wraps, Paninis, Soup, Soft Pretzels, Pretzel Dogs, Pizza Logs

Soft-serve Ice Cream, Coffee Shakes, Milk Shakes

IN THE DELIMeats and Cheeses Sliced Fresh

Baked Goods, Produce, Garden Salads, Dairy Products,Raw Honey, Natural Pork Products, Bulk Foods and More!

Grab and Go Meals to enjoy in the comfort of your own home.

NEWBERRY LIONS CLUB“We serve”

PO Box 4051Williamsport, PA 17701

Contact any Lions member to learn more about Newberry Lions

or to become a member.Jim Way, President; Jack Coleman, Secretary; John Confer, Treasurer

The annual Newberry Christmas tree lighting will be on December 5th at 6:30pm. As always, the Newberry Christmas tree will be on display at the corner of Arch and 3rd Streets, on the corner of the Brodart building property. Planned festivities include singing of Christmas Carols, an appearance by Mayor Campana and city council members, as well as a visit from Santa. All Newberry citizens are invited to attend, and a jolly time is intended for all!

Newberry Christmas Tree Lighting

570-651-9205 Phone570-505-1872 Fax Cell 570-916-6480 136 Catawissa Avenue Web sunriserealestate.netWilliamsport, PA 17701 Email dawn@sunriserealestate.net

Dawn R. CohenRealtor®

Broker/Owner