April has arrived and although the recent weather has not been balmy, we can hope for a gradual rise in temperatures, longer daylight hours, and bulbs and plants flowering all around the borough. Of course, we also will be experiencing the sights and sounds of highway reconstruction, as the improvements to Water Street/Route 118 have begun. As we all become accustomed to the detours that will be in place for most of the spring and summer, please use extra caution. Broadway and Fifth Streets are not usually busy streets, so walkers and bicyclists may not be anticipating the extra traffic. Let’s all keep everyone safe.

East Lycoming Historical Society has reopened the museum at 66 South Main Street, Hughesville. Hours are Saturdays and Sundays Noon to 3 p.m. Please stop in for a visit. The gift shop will be open, where the society offers many local publications including “Ghost on the Allegheny: the Hotel Essick” and “Moreland Memories,” plus many locally hand crafted items. The displays are continually changed and updated to reflect the season and recent acquisitions, so make plans to visit frequently throughout the rest of the year.

A great opportunity for fellowship and fun is available on the first and third Wednesday of each month from April through November! The Christian Ladies Group (CLG) will meet at 1:00 on those dates at Tivoli United Methodist Church. The next meeting is Wednesday, April 19.

Hughesville Events:

Thursdays, April 6 & 13, 10:30-11:15 a.m. “Wee Make Music” at Hughesville Area Public Library. A “progressive” music and movement activity designed for busy wee ones, ages 18 months-3 years and caregivers.

Fridays, April 7 & 14, 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. Pre-School Story Hour at Hughesville Area Public Library, 146 South Fifth Street, for children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers.

Sat. Apr. 8, 1 p.m. Rotary Easter Egg Hunt for elementary age children at Bodine Park, West Water Street in Hughesville. Children should wear sturdy shoes and bring a bag or basket to hold all the treats!

Sat. Apr. 8, noon to 3 p.m. Fiber Fillies craft guild meets at the East Lycoming Historical Society museum, 66 South Main Street, Hughesville. Beginners are always welcome to attend and join the experienced fiber artists for relaxation, fun, and learning.

Thur., Fri. & Sat., Apr. 6, 7, & 8 starting at 7 p.m. the HHS Musical, “The Drowsy Chaperone,” a comedy within a musical, will be performed in the HHS Auditorium, 349 West Cemetery Street. Reserved seating is available by calling the high school office during school hours, 570-584-5111. Tickets will also be available at the door.

Mon. Apr. 10 the Hughesville Garden Club will meet at the Trinity Lutheran Church Social Hall at 7 p.m. Guest speaker will be Louise Fulmer from Pennsdale, a Master Gardener who will talk about spring herb planting. Guests welcome.

Mondays, April 10, 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. “Wee Tales” at HAPL for registered toddlers ages 12 months to 3 years and their caregivers. For registration call 570-584-3762.

Tuesdays, April 11, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. “Wee Play” at HAPL, designed for children aged 3 to 6 and their caregivers.

Mon. Apr. 17 the ELHS will meet for a program at the Trinity Lutheran Church social hall at 7 p.m. for a program on the history of the West Branch Canal.