Master Gardeners

Join a virtual information session on how to become a Schuylkill County Master Gardener at 6 p.m. on Monday. You can register for the information session at https://extension.psu.edu/master-gardener-training-information-for-schuylkill-county or call the Schuylkill County Office at 570-622-4225 for an application and details.

Interested candidates will be interviewed the week of Aug. 16. It is not too late to apply for 20 weeks of instruction in a supportive learning environment on Thursday evenings which runs from October through March. We are also introducing a hybrid training model this year which will give you the option to watch training sessions online from your home. The class will then meet once a month for hands-on learning at various local sites in the county.

Master Gardeners are typically enthusiastic, fun-loving team players with a generous spirit to volunteer as educators in the local community. This is a great opportunity for personal growth and social involvement. If you have any questions, reach out to program coordinator Casey Clauser at 717-639-3589 or cmc7444@psu.edu or program assistant Thomas Reed at 570-622-4225 or tcr142@psu.edu.

Andreas VFW

Andreas VFW Post 5069 will meet on Aug. 11 at 7 p.m. at West Penn Park.

The post banquet will be held on Sept. 11. Reservations must be made before Sept. 4 by calling 570-386-2133.

Calvary Lewistown

Pastor Ralph Saunders will present the message at the 10:25 a.m. worship service held at Lewistown Valley Tabernacle. Sunday school classes are scheduled for 9:15 a.m. and an evening service of music, singing and sharing is at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday prayer meeting on Aug. 11 at 7 p.m. The Rev. Brian Reading of Schuylkill Haven will be the guest speaker at the 10:25 a.m. service on Aug. 22.

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