Dr. Michele Parvensky will present her ongoing research over the past 20 years of the wooden churches during the presentation "Wooden Churches of Eastern Europe." The free event, sponsored by The Carpatho-Rusyn Society Eastern Pennsylvania Chapter, will be held at 10 a.m. July 15 at Penn State University, Lehigh Valley, room 207, Center Valley.

Her pictures highlight the architecture and profound beauty of these churches.All are welcome. Reservations are requested as space is limited. For information, contact Sharon Jarrow at 610-759-2628 or email

shangp@rcn.com.