After a five-month wait and hours and hours of clean up and reconstruction, the West Pittston Library reopened on February 20. Eager members were waiting for the clock to strike noon for the doors to open. The remodeled library is roomier and brighter with wall-to-wall carpeting, bright wall color schemes, and new lighting and heating systems adorn. An official grand reopening was held on Friday, March 9 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Here, left to right, are Maria Heck, Ann Bramblett Bar, librarian, and Helen.
photo by tony callaio
The West Pittston Cherry Blossom committee will hold it’s next meeting on Sunday, March 18 at the Corpus Christi School Building, 605 Luzerne Avenue at 5:00 p.m. President Patrick Messina would like all committee members to please note the change in starting time of this month’s meeting.
Legally Blonde
The Wyoming Area Drama Club and Thespian Troupe 4795 will present the smash hit musical, Legally Blonde on March 23, 24 at 7:00 p.m. and March 25 at 2:00 p.m. in the Wyoming Area Secondary Center Auditorium, 20 Memorial Street, Exeter. Tickets go on sale March 19 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the Secondary Center Lobby. Adults are $10.00 and students $5.00. They may also be purchased at the door.
WA baseball meeting
All parents of players attending the Martinsburg, West Virginia trip are asked to attend a mandatory meeting on Wednesday, March 14 at 6:00 p.m. in the Secondary Center library. The Diamond Club meeting will follow at 7:00 p.m.
Legion meeting
West Pittston’s Lt. Jeffrey DePrimo American Legion Post 542 will meet on Wednesday, March 14 at 6:00 p.m. at Agolino’s Restaurant, Luzerne Avenue. Commander Richard Simonson, Sr. will preside.For information contact Ron Faust, 655-4088 or Ron Gitkos, 654-2261.
Night at the Races
A Night at the Races will be held on Saturday, March 31 at St. Anthony’s Parish Center, Exeter. The event is sponsored by family and friends of 1st Lt. Jeffrey DePrimo, with all proceeds benefiting the 1st Lt. Jeffrey DePrimo Memorial Fund of the Luzerne Foundation. Admission is $5.00 and is an adults only affair. Admission is free with purchase of a horse. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Post time: 7:00 p.m.
Lose weight
The First United Methodist Church will present Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) every Wednesday evenings from 6:45 p.m. Until 8:00 p.m. at the church library. Join the diet support group for new ideas and support on losing weight. For more information call Susan Lee at 763-9730.
Golf tournament
The West Pittston Rams Parents Organization’s 1st Annual Golf Tournament will be held April 28 at Four Seasons Golf Course. They are currently looking for hole sponsors. If you or your business would be interested please contact Chrissy Fernandes at (570) 954-0329.
The Parent’s Organization is newly formed to help raise money for The West Pittston Rams Jr. Football & Cheerleading Association. This year’s proceeds from the golf tournament will help purchase new helmets for the football players.
WP Fun Run
The annual West Pittston Fun Run will be held on Saturday, June 2 with the Fun Walk starting at 9:00 a.m. and the Run beginning at 9:00 a.m. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. at the Borough Building, Exeter Avenue. Preregistration fee is $15.00 and $18.00 after May 30. Make checks out to: West Pittston Parks, Recreation and Beautification Board, 555 Exeter Avenue, West Pittston, PA 18643.For further information, call 655-7782.
WA Class of ’97
The Wyoming Area Class of 1997 is planning their 15th reunion and is having difficulty locating several classmates. If you have not been contacted by a classmate regarding the reunion, please join the Wyoming Area Class of 1997 facebook page or email Megan Kuffa [emailprotected]. All classmates are welcome to attend the next reunion planning meeting on Friday, March 9 at 6:30 p.m. at Gober’s Deco Lounge.
Tax reminder
George L. Miller, West Pittston tax collector, announces the 2012 County and Borough taxes have been mailed. The rebate period is from March 1, 2012 through April 30. The face period will begin May 1 and continue until June 30, 2012. Penalty period will be honored through December 15 when the tax books will be closed. Office hours during rebate are Tuesday and Wednesday 6:00 p.m. to 8 p.m. It is the property owner’s responsibility to forward their tax bills to their financial institution for payment. If a receipt is requested, please include a self addressed stamped envelope with payment. For appointments, call 655-3801 or 655-7782 ext. 232.
Library Programs
Beginner Yoga
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:30-9:30 a.m. – Yoga Sol – Students will need to be able to get up and down off the mat quickly. Vinyasa Yoga (All Levels) Mondays, 6:00-7:00 p.m. Yoga with Corinne.
Softening into Strength
The Art of Letting Go (all levels)Wednesdays, 6:15-7:15 p.m. Yoga with Corinne. As equipment is limited, please call the library to pre-register. Classes are held in the former American Legion Building at 316 Linden St. $7.00 drop-in; discounted punch passes available
Book Club is the first Tuesday of each month at 6:45 p.m. for an informal discussion of member-selected books. There’s no need to purchase the books; just ask at the circulation desk.
For the kids Weekly Story Time is Fridays at 1:00 p.m. Call to register by Wed. of each week.
Children’s Yoga with Corinne is the first Friday of the Month at 3:45 p.m. for $8.00, ages 5-10. Space is limited so call the library to register.
Story Time with Misericordia is Friday, March 23 at 1:00 p.m. Students from the Speech-Language Pathology Department of Misericordia University will conduct this Story Time.
Welcome to The Titanic on Saturday April 14 at 1:00 p.m. On the anniversary of it’s sinking, the library will remember the Titanic with fun learning. Sign up to participate in crafts, games and books all related to the Titanic. Call to register.
One Book Every Young Child is Wednesday, May 2 at 6:30 p. m. This statewide annual program highlights the importance of early literacy development in preschoolers age 3-6. This program is limited to the first 10-families; siblings will take home one copy. Call to register.
PNC For Me, For You, For Later Story Time is Friday May 11 at 1:00 p.m. Luzerne County Library System in conjunction with PNC Bank is launching a new program to teach children early financial education over the next two years. Call to register.
American Girl Celebration is Saturday, May 19 at 1:00 p.m. You and your doll are invited to an afternoon celebration highlighting the new Girl of the Year for 2012. Call to register.
Story Time with Clifford is Friday, May 25 at 1:00 p.m. Join the library for a special Story Time as Clifford comes to visit! Stories, songs, a craft and Clifford. Call to register.
