Over fifty years ago, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. stated in one of his speeches, “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is: What are you doing for others?” This week’s holiday honoring Dr. King is also known as a national Day of Service and here in our hometown, there are lots of opportunities to volunteer.

While our schools, library, fire companies, and service groups will always welcome your offer of time and talent, there are many other Montgomery-area organizations that could use your help. Like this one. The Sunnybrook Meadows Therapeutic Riding organization is looking for volunteers to work with children and adults with disabilities. Opportunities include assisting the instructor or therapist during a rider’s session, preparing the horses, stable care, special events assistance and fundraising. For more information, contact Teresa Bastress at 772-7666 or Edna Riddell at 547-1565 or e-mail info@sunnybrookmeadows.com.

Montgomery Events:

Thursday, January 21, 3:30 to 7:00 p.m., the H1N1 vaccine will be available to students enrolled in the Montgomery School District on a first come first serve, voluntary basis, until supplies are depleted. Completed consent forms must be submitted by the parent who accompanies the child to the administration site at the Montgomery High School Gym. Parents with questions about the vaccine or the vaccination clinic, please call school nurse Mrs. Heather Walton at 547-1608, ext. 125.

Saturday, January 23, 7 to 11 a.m., All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast featuring eggs, sausage, home fries, pancakes, and beverage will be held at the Clinton Township Fire Hall.

Tuesday, January 26, the Montgomery Youth Ambassadors for the Old Mill Corridor Plan will meet for planning and discussion sessions to prepare for the presentation to the Montgomery Borough Council on Tuesday, February 9 at their 6:30 p.m. meeting.

Tuesday, February 2, 6:30 p.m., the Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church in Turbotville will host its 76th annual men’s oyster supper. The all-women barbershop chorus, Heart of Pennsylvania, will be the featured entertainment. Please notify the church if you are planning to attend.

Saturday, February 20, 12 to 2 p.m., the Watsontown Lions Club will sponsor a winter senior social for all community members at the United Methodist Church on 8th Street, Watsontown. A light lunch of soup and sandwiches, along with dessert, will be served. Entertainment will be provided by several Lions members. Reservations are encouraged but not necessary. For more information, call Charlotte Bryan 538-1495 or Laura Smith 538-3653.