While taking a walk around town, I realized that I would really like to see better sidewalks and more trees in Hughesville! It’s hard to enjoy walking when one has to watch every step, and I think we could benefit greatly from more shade and avian habitat. It’s all about making this a better place. What do you think?

A local family, the descendants of Neil and June Shaner, were recently surprised to learn that the mare they had purchased during the winter was carrying a bonus in the form of a foal! “Bo” (short for BOGO) safely entered the world and the hearts of all and will be a beloved feature of their family farm.

Spring’s usual flurry of school and community activities is upon us! There’s something for everyone in this week’s events.

Hughesville Events:

Fri. May 3 “Wee Explore” program at Hughesville Area Public Library (HAPL), 146 South Fifth St. 10:30- 11:15 a.m., for children ages 3 to 6 and their caregivers. They will explore the world of Polar bears, hear a story, and do related activities. No registration is required for this fun event.

Fri. May 3 HHS Junior Varsity Baseball vs. Muncy, 4:30 p.m. at Bodine Park.

Sat. May 4 “Family Time – Book, Play, and Do” program for patrons of all ages at HAPL, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Participants will hear a story, do a related activity or make a craft item, and enjoy an open play session with HAPL’s age-appropriate learning toys. No registration is required.

Sat. May 4 Annual Rotary Pig Roast at the Hughesville Volunteer Fire Dept. This eagerly anticipated event features a great meal of tasty pork and side dishes and proceeds help to fund many of Rotary’s great community projects. Rotary sponsors parades, the annual Easter Egg Hunt, Youth sports teams, and numerous special projects that have benefitted our town for more than a half century.

Sat. May 4 HHS Varsity Baseball vs. Warrior Run, 11 a.m. at Bodine Park, followed by Tri-Town Baseball Classic.

Mon. May 6 “Wee Tales” program for children ages 12 months to 3 years and their caregivers at HAPL, 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. Sing along with Miss Victoria and her guitar, share books, and play with selected toys, helping children develop social skills, motor skills, and language and pre-math skills. Registration is appreciated.

Mon. May 6 HHS Varsity Softball vs. Millville, 4:30 at HHS field, South Broad Street, across from Ashkar Elementary

Tues. May 7 “Wee Move!” program at HAPL with equipment geared for busy children from ages 3 to 6, 10:30 -11:15 a.m. There’s no need to register for this fun session.

Tues. May 7 HHS Varsity Softball vs. Loyalsock, 4:30 at HHS field, AND HHS Track (Boys and Girls) vs. Montgomery, 6:00 at HHS stadium.

Weds. May 8 HHS Junior High Soccer vs. South Williamsport at the HHS soccer stadium. Girls 4:30, Boys 5:45 p.m.

Weds. May 8 HHS Junior Varsity Baseball vs. Mount Carmel, 4:30 p.m. at Bodine Park.

Thurs. May 9 “Wee Make Music” program at HAPL for children ages 12 months and up and their caregivers, 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. Children will have a great time, marching, singing, dancing, and drumming with Miss Victoria. Registration is appreciated.

Thurs. May 9 HHS Varsity Baseball vs. Lewisburg, 4:30 p.m. at Bodine Park.

Fri. May 10 “Wee Build” program at Hughesville Area Public Library (HAPL), 146 South Fifth St. 10:30- 11:30 a.m., for children ages 3 and up and their caregivers. Building materials for creative fun are provided for individual use. No registration is required for this fun event.