I enjoy a breezy day in springtime, but the winds that we have experienced lately have caused a lot of havoc for many residents. Trees that have withstood the wide range of local weather patterns have succumbed to the forces of the gusts. The surplus of rainfall at the same time has saturated the ground and many trees simply were pulled right out of the ground. I hope we have seen the last of this type of weather for a very long time. Our place was relatively untouched, but I was sad to see that a new robin’s nest, complete with four perfect eggs, was blown out of our white pine tree. Other than that, the leaves littered across the yard and some thinning of an overgrown lilac bush were the only effects in our yard. We will all be happy to see some sunny, dry days, but the forecast seems to indicate that we may have more wet weather this week.

There are many things happening here in Hughesville, so be sure to check your calendar so you know which things are going on that will interest you. Besides special occasions, the Hughesville Area Public Library and the East Lycoming Historical Museum are open and able to give you many hours of pleasure, information, and educational experiences. Be sure to make yourself familiar with both of these local gems.

Hughesville Events:

Weds. May 17, 1 p.m. The Christian Ladies Group (CLG) will meet at Tivoli United Methodist Church. Kate Shade and Pastor Paul Smith, who will portray Harriet Beecher Stowe and Henry Ward Beecher, will present the program. Women and men of the area are invited to attend the meetings of the group on the first and third Wednesdays of each month.

Thurs. May 18, at 6:30 p.m. the Hughesville Area Public Library will host a presentation by Rose Trevouledes, owner of Live It Nutrition, on how to eat for a better lifestyle. Mrs. Trevouledes is a registered dietitian with several years’ experience and a Master’s Degree in Clinical Nutrition. This one-hour class, titled “Let’s Talk Nutrition,” will include a Health Self-Assessment. All are welcome to attend this informative program in the Community Room at HAPL, 146 S. Fifth Street, Hughesville.

Fri. & Sat., May 19 & 20 Tri-Town Relay for Life beginning at 4 p.m. Friday at Hughesville High School. Teams will have members walking the track around the clock until the closing at 4 p.m. on Saturday afternoon. Sponsored by the American Cancer Society, the annual event raises funds for cancer research.