6/24/08
Blossburg News & Views
By Cheryl Whitney Boinske
Please be on the look out for bicycles and children crossing the road and going through parking lots, as they sometimes tend to forget to look. Now is also a good time for parents to review safety procedures with their children.
We received this nice note this week from a reader:
I subscribe to your Blossburg News and Views newsletter. My compliments to you on an excellent newsletter…I always look forward to reading it.
I live in York County but we have a camp near Blossburg and we’re very fond of the town and the entire region. One question I had for you…I remember reading in a past newsletter issue of a project to have wireless internet hotspots in the town. Can you tell me if that has been implemented and where/how I can access that when I’m in town? I have occasional need to access the internet when I’m at the cabin and thought I might try Blossburg if you’re up and running.
Thanks…and keep those interesting newsletters coming.
Max Allison
Seven Valleys, PA
Thanks so much Max for those nice words of encouragement! Here's the information you requested about the wireless internet. Hope this helps you and our other readers stay "connected".
The Blossburg FreeNet was created in September, 2007 as a Blossburg Visions in Business and Entertainment project for the enjoyment of Blossburg Residents and passers-by. Welcome to downtown Blossburg, PA and enjoy your stay.
Term of Service - By using this network you agree to not use it for illegal purposes. The Blossburg FreeNet and all supporting organizations, businesses, and persons involved in this network hold no responsibility for how you use the network or any actions taken against you for conduct while using this network. This network is provided on a best effort basis, meaning it may work, or it may not, at any time.
Stop downtown and open your laptop or turn on your WiFi enabled device such as an iPod or some cell phones. To get on the network, start your web browser and go to a web site. You'll be directed to a Splash Page for the Blossburg Freenet. Click on the link on the Splash Page and you're on. That's it.
Angelina's Pizzeria - Hotspot
Brendyn Stager / Old Borough Hall - Hotspot
The Brick Restaurant - Hotspot
Bloss Hardware - Hotspot
Blossburg Borough Council / Borough Hall - Hotspot
Blossburg Memorial Library - Hotspot
Toddler University - Hotspot
"BLOSSBURG SCOUTS ARE GOING TO THE LITTLE LEAGUE WORLD SERIES!"
Cub Scout Pack 69 and Boy Scout Troup 69 of Blossburg, PA will be having a car wash at the Acorn Market in Blossburg on Saturday, June 28, 2008, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm to raise money for expenses. Come on out, let our scouts wash your car for donations and enjoy a bit to eat while you wait. The scouts will be serving hot dogs and drinks.
Join "Catch the Reading Bug!" this summer at the Blossburg Memorial Library and discover the amazing world of insects. The 2008 Summer Reading Program is open to young people, ages 4-12, with programs, prize drawings, story hours, a reading club, and family programs. Join us every Tuesday, June 17-July 22, 2008.
Planning is underway for the Annual Labor Day Picnic in Arnot. The St John Neumann Parish is continuing the tradition of the Sunday dinner, games and Polka Dance held at St Stan's hall. This year it will be held on August 31st. More information will follow.
The community garden will be leasing 4' x 4' plots for $10.00 and a few 4' x 8' plots for $20.00 per growing season. This is a good way to get your hands dirty and get some great tasting fresh food for your dinner. Experienced growers will be able to assist you if you have never gardened before. Come join the fun!
Now that it is spring and everyone is thinking about planting...plant some pumpkins for a pumpkin growing contest! VIBE is encouraging everyone to grow a pumpkin to be weighed in at the Fall Festival.
REMINDERS:
A food pantry is held the third Monday each month from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at First United Methodist Church of Blossburg. For more information, contact Betty Johnson at (570) 638-2805.
T.O.P.S. (Take off Pounds Sensibly) meets every Monday at the First United Methodist Church of Blossburg. Weigh-in is at 5 p.m.
Blossburg BINGO! Every Monday bingo is held at St. Mary's Hall, 6:30 p.m.
Loretta Frost-Steffen; a Creative Memories Consultant holds scrapbooking classes every Tuesday night from 6pm to 10 pm. Call for more information: 570-404-4336
If you or your organizations have any birthdays, anniversaries, congratulations, sympathies, events, information or any questions for Blossburg News & Views, please contact Cheryl Whitney Boinske, (570) 638-3107 or news@blossburg.org.
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