It’s hard to believe that we are in the process of transitioning to summer (somebody please tell that to the weather).

Virtuoso’s Spring Musical is this weekend and the carnival is right around the corner. In about six weeks another group of seniors will trade their backpacks for diplomas and head out into the world.

Am I the only one who wonders where time goes? It seems to be rushing by faster and faster with each passing year. One of my favorite book series of all time is “The Chronicles of Narnia” by C.S. Lewis, and one of the characters ponders, “Isn’t it funny how day by day nothing changes, but when you look back everything is different?”

It’s a good reminder for all of us to embrace what we can of the time we have, because everything perpetually changes. And if we aren’t satisfied with the way things are, to make the changes that we can.

THOT “We must have ideals and try to live up to them, even if we never quite succeed. Life would be a sorry business without them. With them it’s great and grand.” Lucy Maud Montgomery

Happy birthday to Euvi Solano who will be celebrating another trip around the sun on April 28th.

Birthday wishes go to Jonny Rider who will be turning another year older on April 29th.

Happy birthday to Sarah Feaster who will be celebrating her special day on May 1st.

Many congratulations to Montgomery Odyssey of the Mind for their remarkable achievement of advancing to the Odyssey of the Mind Worlds Finals! The Elementary team will be heading to Iowa at the end of May to compete. We wish you the best! You’ve already made your hometown very proud of you!

Hometown Hero Banner order forms are available at Montgomery Borough Office, the Clinton Township Office, and Montgomery Weis Market.

The Montgomery Lions Club is actively seeking new members. Please contact Roger McRae at 570-971-2825 for more information.

If you would like a birthday, anniversary, or special event recognized in this column, please leave a message at The Luminary Office at 570-584-0111 or e-mail it to news@muncyluminary.com.

Montgomery Locals

Weds. Apr. 25 Toddler Tales will be held at the Montgomery Area Public Library for children ages 1-5 from 11-noon. Each Toddler Tales gathering includes a story, snack, and craft. Please plan to accompany your child and preregister at 547-6212 or through Facebook.

Fri. Apr. 27 The library will host Teen Game Night from 4:30-6 p.m.

Fri. Apr. 27- Sun. Apr. 29 Virtuoso will perform “Into the Woods” in the Montgomery Area High School Auditorium on Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m., and on Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets can be purchased ahead of time at www.showtix4u.com and will be sold at the door two hours before each performance depending on availability. Buying tickets online is recommended and will allow you to choose the seats you want.

Sat. Apr. 28 The Montgomery Area High School will have their First Annual Spring Arts and Craft Show in the high school cafeteria from 10 a.m-3 p.m. The event will include craft vendors, basket raffles, a 50/50 drawing, face painting, and food and beverages.

Sun. May 6 The Oak Grove Community Center in Elimsport will be holding an All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast fundraiser to benefit Montgomery Area High School Varsity Baseball from 8-11 a.m. The menu includes French toast, pancakes, bacon, sausage, sausage gravy, biscuits, fried potatoes, eggs, toast, fruit, and beverages.

Mon. May 7- Sat May 12 The Montgomery Volunteer Fire Company will hold their annual carnival. All of the traditional favorite foods will be served at the Firemen’s Kitchen, and a new ride company will be featured this year. The parade will be on May 12, time to be announced.