] | -6 The Dallas Post Dallas, PA Wednesday, September 8, 1999 [oe Trucksville UMC will offer disciple course Trucksville United Methodist Church will offer two Disciple Courses for adults this year. The curriculum for the courses has been developed by the United Methodist Church. The Disciple I course, beginning Sept. 12 at 6:30 p.m. will be led by Rev. W. Charles Naugle. The Disciple III course, to be led by Rev. Charles Gommer, George Baird and Margaret Johnson will begin September 19 at 6:30 p.m. Classes will meet weekly in the Educational Facilities. Call 696-3897 for information about registration for the courses. ‘Dallas UMW to meet September 14 _. The Dallas Methodist Women will meet on Tuesday, Sept. 14 at the home of Shirley Goode. Those attending should bring a covered dish sand their own place settings. Louise James a guest at Tunkhannock Manor will be presented a "Special Mission Recognition” certificate and pin for her many years of Service. + Plans will also be made for the Fall Rummage Sale to be held on Oct. 8 and 9. Chairmen will be announced. Margaret Baker, president will preside. Noxen Church plans homecoming events The First United Methodist Church, Noxen, will hold its 13th annual Homecoming Weekend on the church grounds on route 29 in Noxen Sept. 10, 12, and 13. Scheduled activities include camping, singing, “playing, worshipping, and sharing our memories and our visions together. Former members of the church and people who have moved from “t6 bring photos to share. Cub Scout Pack 281 holds registration ‘Cub Scout Pack 281, Dallas United Methodist Church, is gear- ing up for the new season. Boys 1st-5th grade are welcome to join. Signup will be at Dallas El- ementary Sept. 16, 6:30-8 p.m. For information, call 675-3133. 'Noxen over the years are invited to attend. Participants are encouraged BIRTHS | 4 9 | I [A RETR RE ETE MES Te WOR a | OWOR OE NTE UES WUE RR OW OR UW WR F f PF 4 4 # A # F] 0 9 T c Q 3] (J 0 Q 7) 7) © ) [J 0 0 I 2 5 2 [J bh [7 Le) NESBITT WOODITCH, Richard and Lisa, Dallas, a son, Aug. 23. REICHOLD, Robert and Paula, Shavertown, a daughter, Aug. 24. WHITNEY, Daniel and Alice, Dallas, a son, Aug. 24. Laketon high school graduates meet Liaketon High School, class of 1935 recently held their class reunion at the Castle Inn, Dallas. Six members of the original class were in attendance. Shown above, seated from left are, Robert Jackson, Jack Covert, and Dorrance Kocher. Second row, standing, Eunice Koslofsky Barsay, Elena Baroni, and Ruth Titus. 5. 5 Bible study group to meet Wednesdays Shavertown United Methodist Church offers a Mother's Morning Out on Wednesdays from 9:30 to 11 a.m. in the church lounge. The group offers Bible Study, support and care for moms under the direction of Rev. Janet Clark. Babysitting is provided. Pictured, front row from left, Tracy Morgan, Cheryl Morgan, Rev. Janet Clark. Second row, Carol Wink, Jane Ketchner, and Becky . (Gilbert. Girl Scouts holding registration at DMS Girl Scout registration will be held Sept. 13 from 6-8 p.m. at the Dallas Middle School. Anyone interested in learning about the adventure of scouting is encouraged to attend this public session. Those who cannot make this registration may call the Penn's Woods Girl Scout Council at 829-2631 or 1-800-432-9786 or visit the Council's WEB page at www.pennswoodsgirlscouts.org Information on adult volunteer opportunities is also available. Costume parade will be held at Fair The Children’s Costume Parade will be held on stage at the Luzerne County Fair amphitheatre on Saturday, Sept. 11, at 2 p.m. To register, _ call 675-1761 by Sept. 1. All entrants will receive prizes, with a grand prize for a boy and a girl costumed character. A parent or adult will escort the child onto the stage. Each child will be introduced to the judges and audience. "Tributary' will open Chicory House contra dance season The Chicory House and the Folklore Society will open their ninth season of New England Con- tra dances with the energetic Binghamton area band “Tribu- tary.” The dance takes place on Saturday, Sept. 11, at 8 p.m. at St. Therese’s Church, Pioneer | Ave., Shavertown. The dance is a form of Ameri- can traditional dancing that is moderately aerobic, multigenera- tional and fun. Dance organizers report that there are always expe- rienced dancers ready to help along hesitant dancers, and also quite a few dancers trying the - experience for the first time. The dance is to be called by Greg Frock. Greg helps organize the Baltimore dance and has a relaxed approach to calling, quickly involving newcomers. Dancers of all ages, including children are welcome. They are encouraged to dress in light weight, casual clothing and soft- soled non-marking shoes. A few waltzes and square dances are also usually part of the evening. Participants may bring a plate of refreshments to share during the intermission. The dances are co-sponsored by the Chicory House (a non-profit coffeehouse) and the Folklore Society of North- eastern Pennsylvania. for infor- mation, call 333-4007. Loyalville UMC hosts roasted turkey dinner A Roasted Turkey Dinner family style will be held at Loyalville United Methodist Church; Saturday, Sept. 11. Serving 4:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Adults, $6.50, children 12 and under, $3.25. Homemade pies/ takeouts available. Church is located 1/2 mile off 29 south - Loyalville Road, off route 118, turn onto Loyalville Road, approximately 3 miles. Attending a recent meeting of Women Indeed are, from left: seated, Joan Kadis, Hanover Township; Linda Mericle, Trucksville;’ and Judy Silver, Harveys Lake. Standing, Carolyn Clagis, Dallas; Elly Miller, Shavertown; Carol Hession, Swoyersville; Rose Tucker, Exeter; and Susan Levinson, Dallas. Senior Citizens Centers spon- sored by the Luzerne/Wyoming Counties Bureau for the Aging of- fer hot noon meals Monday through Friday to people 60 years of age or older. Donations from participants are gratefully accepted and needed in order to expand this program. The following is the menu for the week of Sept. 13. All meals include margarine, milk and cof fee. MONDAY - Yankee pot roast, whole roasted potatoes, carrots, whole wheat bread, rice pudding. TUESDAY - Pierogies w/ chicken and mushroom fricassee sauce, apple compote, vegetable medley, rye bread, chocolate chip cookie. WEDNESDAY - Cheeseburger, cherry cobbler, southwestern beans, hamburger roll, sherbet, ketchup. THURSDAY - Chicken cro- quettes w/gravy, whipped pota- toes, beets, whole wheat bread, cantaloupe. FRIDAY - Baked fish w/salsa, spring mixed vegetables; risi bisi, peaches, dinner roll, cake. birthday Women Indeed members thet Elly Miller, of Shavertown, major gifts /planned giving officer at Luzerne County Community College, recently spoke at a meet- ing of Women Indeed, Inc. Women Indeed, is a local orga- nization which seeks to empower women to become fully alive by initiating programs and support- ing activities which enhance awareness, education and growth. The organization was founded by Ginger Banks in February 1999. Miller shared the story of Linda Mericle and Joan Kadis, gradu- ates of LCCC. Miller discussed the story of Mericle’s daughter, Cassie, who has multiple birth defects. Kadis, who is an R.N.; has helped Mericle take care of her daughter and encouraged Mericle to come to LCCC to earn her degree. Anyone interested in joining Women Indeed, Inc. should call Carol Hession at 824-8264. 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