HAWLEY, PA — This painstakingly restored depot of the D&H Gravity Railroad in Waymart is the headquarters of the Waymart Area Historical Society, one of 12 local history organizations participating in the Thomas Kennedy Local History Festival on April 16 at the Hawley Silk Mill on Route 6. From 9:30 to 11 a.m., Jane Varcoe will moderate a discussion of obtaining grants for non-profits. From 12 noon to 3 p.m., the participating societies will present exhibits manned by knowledgeable volunteers offering free handouts, items for sale and information about their areas and facilities. This is the third year for this free event, named for Thomas Kennedy, the local educator who did so much to promote the study of local history in the area. For more information email yannster@ptd.net or call 570/253-5468.