I find it pretty amazing that our first frost didn’t occur until this past week. I had become a very neglectful pseudo-gardener by that time, so it is a relief that I don’t have to feel any more guilt about what I didn’t do. But, as every optimistic lover of green plants is prone to believe, I will do better next year — I hope.

While sports fans across the country may have their attention turned to Major League Baseball’s World Series, local sports fans are eagerly anticipating the Big Game that is coming up on Friday — the Hughesville/Muncy matchup in high school football. Fans and alumni of both schools will be filling up the football stadium at Hughesville High School for this year’s contest, and I look forward to a great game.

It will also be Senior Night when players, cheerleaders, and band members are recognized for their years of representing the student body.

The Hughesville Area Public Library has a full schedule of programs for patrons of all ages. A wonderful afternoon of Halloween crafts and excitement was held on Saturday. The staff at the library is always ready to help you find just the thing to make your leisure time more enjoyable and to help with any computer time or information services you may need, as well. While there, meet Eric who will help you with the technology and downloading the ebooks. Make it a habit to visit the library regularly.

Happy Halloween!

Hughesville Events:

Thurs. Oct. 25 “Wee Make Music” for children ages 12 months and up and their caregivers at Hughesville Area Public Library (HAPL), 146 S. Fifth St., 10:30 11:15 a.m. Please register at library or call 570-584-3762.

Fri. Oct. 26 “Wee Explore” for children ages 3-6 at HAPL, from 10:30 11:15 a.m. This program will feature Construction Zones, with stories and related activities. Registration is required for this event.

Fri. Oct. 26 HHS Varsity Football closes out their season and plays at Home versus Muncy at 7 p.m. The JV team usually plays on Monday evenings at 6, facing the same school that the Varsity played on the past Friday.

Sat. Oct. 27 “Everything Pumpkin,” a garden-related family activity with master gardener Helen Grosso at HAPL, from 11 a.m. 12 noon. Please call to register.

Sun. Oct. 28 Lycoming County Fairground will be open for those who wish to use the facilities for winter storage of campers and RVs. Call the fair office at 584-2196 for more information before that date.

Mon. Oct. 29 “Wee Tales” for children ages 12 months to 3 years and their caregivers at HAPL from 10:30 11:15 a.m.

Tues. Oct. 30 “Pre-school Storytime,” for children ages 3 to 6 and caregivers at HAPL, 10:30 11:15 a.m.

Weds. Oct. 31 Halloween and parade at 6 p.m. Start at High School, proceed on Main Street and end at Fire Station Trick or Treat 6:30 8:30 p.m.

Weds. Oct. 31 Picture Rocks Borough hosts its annual open house at the borough office from 6-8 p.m. Snacks and drinks provided for all who visit. A coloring contest will be held with prizes awarded for students attending Ferrell Elementary School. Pictures for pre-school age to color are in the borough office.

Sat. Nov. 3 St. Nick Craft Show at Hughesville High School, 9-3. Sponsored by East Lycoming Soccer Association.

Sat. Nov. 3 Soup fundraiser at Trinity Lutheran Church, 120 S. Main St., Hughesville, noon to 2 p.m.