‘Corporate personhood’ discussed
HONESDALE – The recent Supreme Court decision in the Citizens United v. FEC case has finally brought the issue of “corporate personhood” to the front of the public consciousness – but this issue has actually been problematic for quite some time.
As part of its ongoing concern with threats to American democracy, Waynepeace will sponsor a discussion of ”Corporate Personhood and Corporate Power” at the Wayne County Public Library, 1106 Main St., Honesdale, on Tuesday, February 2nd, at 5 p.m. Waynepeace co-founder Skip Mendler will facilitate the discussion. All are welcome to attend, and refreshments will be served.
Note: Use of the Wayne County Public Library facilities by Waynepeace does not imply endorsement by WCPL of Waynepeace’s activities or beliefs.
FREE Winter coat giveaway
VARDEN—Canaan Bible Chapel in Varden is holding a free, “Winter Coat Giveaway” this Saturday, January 30, from 9 to 11 a.m., at the chapel.
Having collected 150 to 200 lightly used coats, the chapel is giving away two coats per person, any size.
“It’s “a way to give back to the community,” said Laura Madden, Canaan Bible Chapel.
The chapel is located at 30 Hemlock Road, Lake Ariel, across the street from the Western Wayne Middle School. For more information, please call 937-4848.
Free coffee and donuts will be provided.
Veterans Rep - change of hours
HONESDALE – On Wednesday, February 3, Veterans Representative Richard Reisner will be at Hogencamp/Schupper VFW Post 531 from noon until 8 p.m. This change is so Mr. Reisner con process claims for those that had a scheduling conflict. “This is a great opportunity for all Veterans to process their claims,” said Michael J. O’Hara, Post Commander. Mr. Reisner said that he will stay past 8 p.m. if needed.
VFW Post 531 is located at 736 Main St., Honesdale. For more information call 253-5373.
Texas 4 Bingo changes hours
HONESDALE –New hours are announced for Texas #4 Fire Compnay Bingo, held every Tuesday. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and games start at 6:30. There is ample parking. Games include Fishbowl, Tic Tac and Bonanza. Refreshments are available.
WC Library hosts children’s Story Time
HONESDALE – Story Time at the Wayne County Public Library is held on Mondays from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Children, ages 3 to 5 are invited for a whole new year of story time adventures- an hour of stories, songs and art.
Registration is required. Call the library at 253-1220 or e-mail blawson@waynelibraries.org to sign up. Wayne County Public Library is located at 1406 North Main St., Honesdale.
Haiti music CD offered
HAWLEY – The New Covenant Fellowship Church in Hawley has Haitian worship music CDs available for a $10 donation. Proceeds will benefit the Haitian earthquake relief, specifically, the needs of the Poor Children Assitance Project in Haiti. Mona Juste, wife of the founder of this network of orphanges, schools and churches, recorded the CD with her family. CDs are available through Peter Becker at The Wayne Independent offices, 220-8th St., Honesdale. For information, call (570)253-6948.
Orchid Society invites public
HONESDALE – Anyone interested in orchids is invited to attend the second meeting of the Northeastern Wayne Orchid Society.
You will learn that orchids are not a fussy houseplant as you were once told. We will discuss plant care and maintenance and encourage you to bring in your problem plants for diagnosis. There will be plants offered for sale, plant raffles as well as door prizes.
They meet on the third Thursday of each month from 7 to 9 p.m. at St. Mary's Church in Honesdale. The next meeting is on January 21.
Hamlin bingo hours
HAMLIN – The time for bingo on Sunday at Hamlin Fire & Rescue has changed for the winter. Bingo is held Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. (doors open at 5 p.m.) and on Sundays at 2:30 p.m. (doors open at 1 p.m.). For more information, call 689-3420. New hours will be announced in April.
Join the Big Band Society
TAYLOR – The Big Band Society of Northeast Pennsylvania is accepting applications for membership for 2010. Call Glenn Smith at 457-5009 or write him at P.O. Box 313 Taylor, PA 18517.
Overeaters Anonymous meetings
CALLICOON, NY- Overeaters Anonymous meets on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. at Holy Cross Church Rectory, Route 97, Callicoon. Free. Call (845)482-5280 for information.
EMS sells street safety signs
HONESDALE - If you have recently received notice of an address change and you want to be sure you can be located in an emergency, Honesdale EMS has Street Safety signs available for a cost of $25.00 if picked up, and $30.00 if shipped. They are large and highly reflective with numbers on both sides. Call Honesdale EMS TODAY at 253-2911 to order your sign.
Coin club invites new members
HONESDALE - The Honesdale Coin Club meets at the Wayne County Visitors Center, 303 Commercial St., Honesdale, the last Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m. New members are always welcome. Call Bob Salvato at 253-9005 for more information.
‘Toddler Time’ every Tuesday
WAYNE COUNTY - The Wayne County Family Center is hosting “Toddler Time” every Tuesday from 10 to 11 a.m. For information or to register, please call 251-4352.
Free clothing available
BEACH LAKE - The S.D.A. Community Service Center is open on the first and third Thursday of the month from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Seventh Day Adventist Church, Rt. 652 & Dunn Road west of Beach Lake.
The Center has free clothing, household items, etc., available to anyone in need. For more information call Gloria Frechen at 253-3769 or Barbara Donatelli at 224-8017.
Lupus support group meets
REGION - Wayne/Pike Counties area monthly lupus support group meeting is held every fourth Wednesday at 4 p.m. at Wallenpaupack Area High School. Attendance is free and reservations are not required. For more information, please call 1-888 995-8787, (570)226-4557 x3016 or visit www.lupuspa.org.
Single Seniors meet Tuesdays
HONESDALE - Single Seniors will be meeting every Tuesday, 5 to 7 p.m. in the private banquet room at Cordaro’s Restaurant, Route 6, Honesdale. For information call 253-6428.
