August 2012
Talk: services available to Pike County residents
Sponsored by Shohola Area Lions Club at St. Ann's Church (Mulligan Hall), 9:30-10:30am, free. Q&A concerning retirement opportunities follows. Refreshments. 570/296-2632 or 296-8894.
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Held by Milford Garden Club, pre-order only: in red, bronze, yellow, rust, white & purple (8-inch pot: $10, 3/$25, 4/$30 & 14-inch pot: $20). Pick-up 9/15, 9am-noon at Remembrance Place. 570/686-2168 or 491-5663.
Varden Conservation Day
Birds of prey demo, hiking, guided trails, fiddle music, Varden history, Scouting activities, fishing contest, informational displays & more at Varden Conservation Area, 10am-3pm, rain or shine. Food provided by the Boy Scouts. 570/676-3428.
Two dead in Damascus Township
The Wayne County District Attorney’s Office confirmed that a shooting took place in the early morning hours of Monday, August 20th in Damascus Township. The shooting occurred at a residence on Cemetery Road. Kristina Sue Adams, of Damascus Township, age 29, was deceased at the scene from a gunshot wound. Rodney Ezrapour, age 56, was deceased at the scene from what appears to be a self inflicted gunshot wound. Ezrapour had residences in Damascus Township and in New York City, New York. Tobias (Toby) Johannes, age 37, was shot in the arm and is currently being treated at CMC in Scranton.
Edwards said the shootings seem to be a case of domestic violence. Read more
Tricky tray
Delaware Valley High School cafeteria, doors open 4pm, calling 6pm. Benefits adults w/ disabilities. 570/296-6319.
Free cancer screenings
Free breast, cervical & colon cancer screenings to eligible uninsured & underinsured women over age 40 at CRMC Women's Health Center, 9am-5pm. crmcny.org or 845/794-3300.
Yard sale
Methodist Church. Vendors wanted: $10/table. 845/583-4561.
Poetry, performance, translation
"Two Rivers (Half a World)" w/ poets Laura E.J. Moran & Peter Sragher at NACL Theatre, 8pm, $10 incl. cocktail. 845/557-0694.
Our Country Home Summer Fall 2012
Published quarterly, Our Country Home is chock full of stories, ideas and ways to help readers make the most of their country living experience. From showcasing area businesses, homes and gardens, to offering design tips and recipes, to DIY projects and support for sustainable living, Our Country Home is the go-to place for creating the haven of your dreams in the Upper Delaware River valley. The magazine appears as a stand alone and on line, and its beautiful presentation is sure to inspire renewal and creativity. Read more
Philatelic Society meeting
Video program, 5-lot mini auction, & election of officers at Ted Stroebele Recreation Center, 1pm. 845/794-2586.
