A reading incentive

NARROWSBURG — As a partner with the American Library Association, McDonald's recognizes the value of reading at a young age and the need for family members to not only promote, but also set an example when it comes to reading. As a result, McDonald's created the "Check It Out" Summer Reading Program. Hundreds of families, schools and libraries throughout the Tri-State area have adopted "Check It Out," which offers an added incentive, a free Happy Meal, as their summer reading program of choice.

Students in grades K-4 can participate by picking up a McDonald's "Check It Out" booklet from local libraries. To request a booklet, send a self-addressed stamped envelope to: McDonald's "Check It Out Summer" Reading Program, c/o MWW, One Meadowlands Plaza, 6th floor, East Rutherford, NJ 07073. Limit two booklets per household.

Riverfest flotilla winners

NARROWSBURG —Tim Erson and his sons, Kyle, 18 months and Martin, 4 years old, are two of the winner's in the first ever RiverFest flotilla extravaganza.

Area businesses donated two baskets of prizes with a value of over $200.

Musicians shine

JEFFERSONVILLE — The Music Studio of Jeffersonville, under the direction of Tanya Cohen, is proud to congratulate its students' performances in two recent competitions. Nineteen of The Music Studio's piano students auditioned for membership to the National Fraternity of Student Musicians sponsored by the National Guild of Piano Teachers-a teacher division of the American College of Musicians. This group of students performed in the National Playing Auditions and received Pledge, Local and District honors. Those students are Maggie Pasciga, Ryan Michel, Mark Michel, Zachary Keller, Zack Howard, Teresa Schultz, Diana Justus, Jeffrey Yeung, Steven Yeung, Kendra Barker, Noah Barker, Nicholas Cucci, Jacki Austin, Julianne Reggero, Melissa Fleckstein, Jessica Brey, Andrea Kavleski, Anna Oliver and Jessica Evans.

Each student received a pin, certificate and membership in the National Fraternity of Student Musicians.

The following students represented The Music Studio at the NYSSMA Solo Festival at Liberty Central School:

• Michael Rashanksi, Level III Alto Sax - excellent
• Noah Barker, Level IV clarinet - excellent; Level IV Alto Sax - excellent
• Charlotte Peters, Level II clarinet - outstanding
• Chris Delgato, Level III clarinet - outstanding
• Sarah Hannold, Level IV alto sax - excellent
• Matthew DeChristofaro, Level IV flute - outstanding
• Melanie Kleiner,  Level II flute - excellent
• Melissa Fleckenstein, Level V flute - 91%
• Sarah Nebzydoski,  Level V flute - 87%; Level V piano - 91%

Each student received a medal for their scores. Congratulations!

Local students win awards

HONESDALE — Juniors Bob Carrol and Josh Young received first place awards in the Region 22 FBLA Leadership Conference at Keystone College, on February 7. Bob Carroll competed in Technology Concepts, while Josh Young participated in Accounting II. Both boys went on to represent Honesdale High School and Region 22 at the FBLA State Leadership Conference at Seven Springs Resorts. The State Conference was held April 8 to 10. Bob Carroll took third place in Technology Concepts at states and Josh placed 20th in Accounting II.