Lopez, PA

Had some on and off nice weather/cold weather/snow showers/sunshine; no we need some nice, warm weather.  Temperature early Sunday morning was only 10 degrees, but did warm up during the day and the sun sure helped.  On a walk on Saturday, just up the road from our house, we watched as 22 turkeys came up from the creek and headed for the woods.  That’s the most we’ve seen.  Usually 12 or so is a lot, but they were sure out that day.  I hear the weather is to warm up in the 40’s and low 50’s during the week and especially on Saturday.

If anyone is interested in helping to remove the Christmas decorations from the monument area, we can use your help.  We’re meeting at the Pavilion on Saturday, the 22nd, at Noon.  Shouldn’t take too long and the more help, the better.

St. Vladimir’s Church has pierogies for sale.  To order, please call 570-928-9011.

There is no Civic meeting for the month of January.

Check out the Lopez Civic Association items for sale on Face Book.  Go to Face Book and click on “Search”.  Type in Lopez Civic Association and you will see the new, retro t-shirts, koozies, and hoodies.  Hoodies are especially nice for the colder weather.

Don’t think there’s a lot going on around town; haven’t seen many out and about.  Hopefully, with the warmer weather, more folks will get out.

Happy Birthday wishes to Jim Rouse, 21st.  Special birthday wishes to Alice Fedorchak from all her Sullivan county friends as she celebrates on the 21st.  Irene Pequignot, 22nd; and Mike Stavisky (Florida), 24th.  Hope you all have a nice day.

Happy Anniversary to Alex and Ginny Stavisky, 22nd; Al and Jeannie Kapler, 23rd.   Congratulations and have a super day.

Got the following e-mail to share:

While visiting their hometown of Evesham Township, NJ, Ted and Mary Lowden attended the annual awards banquet of the Evesham Township Fire Department. Ted has been a member of that organization which consists of about 140 members, both career and volunteer for 41 years. They respond to thousands of fire and EMS incidents each year in a densely populated suburban area.

Along with about 100 members in attendance, local government elected leaders and representatives from surrounding emergency service communities attended the affair. This year the catered affair took place at Paris Catering located in Berlin, NJ. At the conclusion of the awards dancing and cocktails help the members celebrate for several hours.

The awards banquet is held each year in January and serves a platform for celebrating the dedication and successes of its members for the prior year. This year in addition to awards to members in pf both the fire and EMS divisions for their individual commitments to successful achievement of emergency service training and education, a half dozen awards for saving lives for CPR were issued, a meritorious service award for child delivery and medal of valor for life saving were bestowed upon members.

Additional awards are bestowed upon the station responder of each of the five divisions within the FD with one of those then selected as the overall Department Responder of the Year. All awards are based upon merit and in cases as necessary an independent investigation of the fact related to the nomination of the award.

HINT:  “Pin a small safety pin to the seam of your slip and you will not have a clingy skirt or dress.  Same thing works with slacks that cling when wearing panty hose.  Place the pin in the seam of the slacks and static is gone.”

I guess that’s about it for now.  Enjoy your week, whatever you plan to do.  Have news, call me at 570-928-9238; mail me; see me; or e-mail me at news@lopezpa.com.  I’ll get it in for you.  Thanks for reading and I’ll be here next time.

A friend sent a simple eye test for everyone to take.

It is very easy and painless.  Just try to fine the cardinal.

Hope you all had a very Merry Christmas and will have a great 2017 year.  Weather was pretty nice over the Holidays for travel.  Did have some snow and there was lots of toboggan riding on the hill across from us.  Looked like a good time.   Hopefully the weather will stay nice for a while, but guess we have to get ready for whatever comes our way.

Congratulations to Jason and Dorothy Bahr on the birth of their baby, Lillie Ann, who was born on December 23rd.  She weighed 6.7 lbs.  She has a sister, Khloie, and all are doing well.

Don and Irene (Kravitz) Risser recently spent a few days in town.  They visited with Mary Kravetz and they all had lunch at Jolly Trolley in Dushore with Annabelle Kravetz of Mildred.  Irene just returned from a trip that included five days in Rome, Italy.  Then she boarded a cruise ship westward bound across the Atlantic to Ft. Lauderdale, FL.  Port stops along the way included Florence, Italy; ports in Tuscany and Provence, France; Barcelona, Spain, the island of Majorca and the island of Tenerife in the Canary Islands.

St. Vladimir’s Church has pierogies for sale.  Please call 570-928-1099 to order yours.

Cory McDonald was here from Rhode Island to spend time over the Holidays with family and friends.

Bob and JoAnn McGuire, Brian McGuire and Nina Weslowski; Bob, Jr. and Tyler McGuire all spent Christmas Eve with Mike and Lola Mattie in Forty Fort.  Also there was Georgia, Michael and Mcguire Martin; Casey Martin and friend, Ricky.  All had a great time together.

Brian McGuire and Nina Weslowski spent Christmas Day with her parents in Allentown.  The day after Christmas Bob, Jr. and Tyler, Hunlock Creek, spent the day with us, Brian, Nina and Marty Slocum from New Albany also stopped by.  Good time for all.

Mrs. Irene Huray spent the Holidays with her daughter, Irene Pequignot, Linden.  Shawn Pequignot family; Kevin Pequignot and daughter; and Shawn Laird and family also spent time with them.

Happy Birthday wishes go out to Jim Craig, January 1st; Georgette Matychak, 3rd; Jeannie Kapler, Edith Tamburro and Alex Stavisky, 4th; Pete Tomasak and Francis Baines, 5th; Matt Weisbrod, 6th; Linda Santarelli, 7th; Craig Germany and John McDonald, Jr., 9th.  Hope you all have a nice day.

HINT:  To loosen stubborn glue dried on scissors or a counter, cover with WD 40.  It can dissolve the adhesive components of even strong glue to make it easier to remove.

Spending Monday through Wednesday with Joe and Diane (Charnik) Fanning was her cousin, Michael Charnik and his girlfriend, Karen.  They are from New Jersey.  They all had an enjoyable walk around Lopez on Tuesday; it was the best day of the week…sunny, with a little wind, but nice.  They took a ride to Dushore to see the only red light in the County (they were very impressed that it was the only red light), then an enjoyable ride through the country side.  They said they would love to come back again.

From Mr. Neubauer’s little brown book:  January 1, 1974 it was cloudy with late rain and 24 degrees.  I just looked at the thermometer on this January 1st day and it’s sunny and 39 degrees.  That’s great.

There will be no Civic meeting in the month of January.

Guess that’s the news for now.  Enjoy your week; from what I hear it’s to be pretty nice.  Get out and do some sledding, if you can, or just take a walk and get some fresh air.  Have news, call me at 570-928-9238; mail me; see me; or e-mail me at news@lopezpa.com.   I’ll get it in for you.  Thanks for reading and I’ll be here next time.

Hope you all had a good week.  We did get some plowable snow and kids were able to go sledding.  On Friday, the 16, Bob saw a good sized flock of geese go over.  They must have finally gotten the message that it was time to head South.  Saturday was a nice day with temperature in the 40’s.  Early Sunday morning it started to pour and did that for quite some time.  Temperature was still in the 40’s.  Then, early afternoon, that cold front came through, the wind picked up and the temperature dropped to 32 degrees in no time.  Can you imagine what all that rain would have amounted to if it were snow?  Don’t even want to think about it.

Ted and Mary Lowden, Maple Terrace, have returned home after spending some time in the “flat lands” of Marlton, NJ.

Not much news this week.  I guess folks are busy doing that last minute shopping, getting the tree up and decorated and doing all that good Christmas baking.  Hopefully, we’ll get a “little” snow so Santa can make his trip to see all the good little boys and girls.

Happy Birthday wishes to Kaeleigh McDonald who will turn 9 on the 23rd; and Ginny Stavisky’s birthday is the 31st.  Hope you both have a nice day.

Happy Anniversary to Anthony and Bethany Sneidar as they celebrate one year on the 28th; also to Ted and Evelyn Hubiak whose special day is the 29th.  Have a wonderful day.

HINT:  “Use a wet cotton ball or Q-Tip to pick up small shards of glass you can’t easily see.”  “To get something out of a heat register or under the fridge, add an empty paper towel roll to your vacuum hose.  It can be bent or flattened to get in narrow openings.”

Check out www.lopezcivicassociation.com and see the new “hoodies” that are available.

Guess that’s the news for now.  Enjoy your week, it’s to be pretty nice.  Have news call me at 570-928-9238; mail me; see me; or e-mail me at news@lopezpa.com.  I’ll get it in for you.  Thanks for reading.

This is the last issue of the Sully.  I’d like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and Happy, Healthy New Year.   See you in 2017.

Merry Christmas

Weather is still pretty nice, except for the wind that doesn’t quit blowing.  The weekend was pretty good, with temperatures in the 40’s.  We’ll see if we get the snow that’s supposed to be coming.  I would rather not see it, but it is winter and we’ve been pretty lucky so far.  Lots of nice decorations around town for the Christmas Holidays.

Sympathy from the community to the family, relatives and friends of Donna Work who passed away on Saturday.  Funeral will be held on Friday from Dean Homer Funeral Home, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Basil’s Church, with her pastor, the Rev Richard Rojas, officiating.  Interment will be in the Parish cemetery.   She will be missed.

Retro hoodies are now available.  Check out www.lopezcivicassociation.com to see what they look like and prices.  They’ve been requested by many and will be a good addition to your wardrobe for the wintry weather.  Contact me at the info below if interested in ordering.  You can also contact Brian McGuire at 570-928-9838.

Remember:  No Civic meeting for the month of December.  Everyone is busy with Christmas and New Year’s, so we take some time off.

St. Vladimir’s Church has pierogies for sale.  To order, call 570-928-1099.

Mrs. Irene Huray spent some time over the Thanksgiving holiday with her daughter, Irene Pequignot, Linden.  Shawn Pequignot family; Jennifer (Pequignot) Laird family; and Kevin Pequignot and daughter, Alyssa, all had Thanksgiving with them.  Good time for all, with lots of left-overs for the following week.

Happy Birthday to Aaron Risser; 9th; Andrea (Matychak) Anderson, 12th; Dylan Amon, 13th; and Noah Brown, 14th.  Hope you all have a nice day.

HINT:  “Hate foggy windshields?  Buy a chalkboard eraser and keep it in the glove box of your car.  When the windows fog, rub with the eraser.  Works better than a cloth.”  (Have to try that.  I hate foggy windshields.)

Guess that’s the news for now.  Enjoy your week, even if we do get a little snow.  Kids and hunters will like it, even if some of us “older” folks don’t.   Have news, call me at 570-928-9238; mail me; see me; or e-mail me at news@lopezpa.com.  I’ll get it in for you.  I’ll be here next time and thanks for reading.

Does anyone remember the Cherry Township High School JUNIOR PROM memory dance booklet of May 14,1948???????? I have one.  If interested, I will put some of the pages on in the future.

Well, the big news this week is the weekend snow storm we had…..our first for the season.  Saturday started out perfect with temperatures in the 60’s.  Saturday evening it started to spritz down some sprinkles, then it changed to snow.  By Sunday morning, we had about 6 inches of heavy, wet snow.  Sam and Gaige Burke even went out about 10 p.m. Saturday evening and made a snowman in the yard.  Sunday was a raw day with cold wind and some flurries off and on.  Kaeleigh and Kyleigh McDonald enjoyed tobogganing on the hill and Heather had fun with the four wheeler.  So, it wasn’t a complete wash-out for those who like to be out in the cold. Don’t know what the week will be for us, but heard it’s not to be too bad; temperatures in the upper 40’s.  That will be good for those traveling for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Has anyone seen or heard any geese going South?  Someone mentioned quite a while ago they heard some.  I haven’t heard or seen any so don’t know if they’re around yet because of the nicer weather we had.  Now, I’m sure they’ll be heading to warmer climate.

Joe and Diane (Charnik) Fanning, along with Molly, Landenberg, spent a few days at their home on Church Street.  Joe got to play horseshoes in Benton while he was here.  Guess they also had some snow plowing and shoveling to do too.

For those of who who missed the play, “A Fractured Election” on Friday or Saturday evening at the New Albany Fire Co. Social Hall, you missed a great show.  Those folks who put that on did an excellent job and kept the crowd laughing the whole time.  Can’t wait for what they’ll come up with for next year.

St. Vladimir’s Church is having an Ethnic dinner on Sunday, the 27th, Russian Hall, Noon to 5 p.m.  Eat in or Take out.  BYOB.   They also have pierogies for sale.  To order, call 570-928-1099.

REMINDER:   There will be a work bee at the Monument to decorate for Christmas.  If you’re free on Saturday, the 25th, 11 a.m., come on up to the Pavilion and help.  Many hands make light work.

There will be no Civic meeting for the month of December so everyone can enjoy the Holiday season.

Hint:  “Looking for a “green” way to clean your faucets, sinks and stainless steel?  Take a slice of cucumber and rub it on the surface you want to clean.   Not only will it remove the tarnish and bring back the shine, but it won’t leave streaks and won’t harm your fingers while you clean.”

Good luck hunters as you go into the woods to “bag the big one” (either a deer or a bear).

Hope you all have a very nice Thanksgiving with loved ones during this special time.  Also, give thanks to those who won’t be home for the Holiday as they are serving our Country to keep us safe and free.  We thank them for their service.

 Guess that’s all the news for this time.  Enjoy your week as best you can.  Have news call me at 570-928-9238; mail me; see me; or e-mail me at news@lopezpa.com.  I’ll get it in for you.  Thanks for reading and I’ll be here next time.

As you can see, the Lopez Cotton Trees are in full bloom.  This crop of cotton produced about 6 inches.  YUK!!!!

Been having some nice weather for a few days; other than the wind, that is.  Sun feels good, but the wind could go away.  Was over 50 degrees both Saturday and Sunday and last I heard it’s to be above normal, with no storms, right through the 19th.  Can you believe that?  We’ll see.

Halloween went very well at the Pavilion.  Had lots of kids all costumed up waiting to be judged, after having some snacks.  Thanks to Dave, Ruth and Clair for taking on the job of judging.  Winners were:  0-3 – Original – Henry Ritinski; Pretty – Hailey Mensch; Funny – Grayson Burke.  4-7 – Original – Gaige Burke; Pretty – Kyleigh McDonald; Funny – Miles Baton.  8-11 – Original – Angel Clark; Pretty – Ember Higley; Funny – Landyn Sperry.  12 – Up – Original – Alexis Musani; Pretty – Katherine Kapler; Funny – Eric Applegate.  Thanks to Brian McGuire for driving the truck with the hay wagon and taking the kids around town to visit the houses to get their treats.   Kids, as well as adults, enjoyed the ride and the town folk were happy to see them.  Thanks to Kathy Neufer and family for chairing the event this year.  Did a great job. Thanks to all who donated in any way to make this a fun time.  And, most of all, thanks to those who left their porch light on for the kids to stop by.

Spending the weekend with Ted and Mary Lowden, Maple Terrace, was her brother, Jack Eggers and his friend, Barbara Royko, Glassboro, NJ.  They enjoyed Jolly Trolley and World’s End.  It was a great weekend and Ted and Mary loved having them here.  Hope they visit again soon.

Sympathy from the community to Pat (Romania) Burd and family on the passing of Al Burd on the 26th of October.

St. Vladimir’s Church has pierogies for sale.  To order, call 570-928-1099.

St. Vladimir’s Church is having an Ethnic Foods dinner on Sunday, November 27th, Noon to 5 p.m.  Eat in or take out and BYOB.

New Albany Volunteer Fire Co. play is coming up on Saturday, the 12th at 7 p.m. and Sunday, the 13th at 2 p.m.  It will also be done again on Friday, the 18th at 7 p.m. and Saturday, the 19th at 7 p.m.  It is called “A Fractured Election” and should be another good one.  If you get a chance, take a ride out to the Fire Hall in New Albany and support their endeavors.

Guess I forgot some birthdays last week.  Happy belated birthday to Doc Shoemaker on the 1st; Tim Bullis, 5th; Devon DeSanto and Tai Iwancio 6th; Terry Bullis, 7th; and Grayson Burke, 8th.  Hope you all had a nice day.

Birthday wishes now to “B” from all his gang as he celebrates on the 11th; Aiden Sperry, 13th; and Monica Black, 16th.  Have a really nice day.

Happy Anniversary to V Rev Gary and Georgette Matychak as they celebrate on the 10th.  Have a nice day and many more.

HINT:  “For left over salad, put a paper towel over the top instead of a lid.  This keeps the salad fresh and any cheese that’s used will not get soggy.”  “To get rid of musty basements smells, put charcoal in a flat one foot by two foot box and sprinkle with one pint of Epsom salts.  Scattering a few charcoal here and there also works.”

I think that’s the news for this time.  Enjoy your week.  I see, since the weather is nice, that a few are putting out their Christmas decorations.   Gotta get past Thanksgiving first.   Don’t know if any of the hunters are lucky; haven’t heard anything, but the season will be here for a while.  Have news call me at 570-928-9238; mail me; see me; or e-mail me at news@lopezpa.com.   I will get it in for you.  I’ll be here next time and thanks for reading.

Sure can’t say a whole lot of good about the weather for the weekend.  Was pretty miserable; so much wind, rain, and cold temperatures.   Sun is supposed to show herself this week and I hope she does.  Would feel pretty good.

Tom and Cynthia Arnone, Buffalo, NY, recently spent a few days with Roseanne Lukachik.  Was a nice time for all.

St. Vladimir’s Church has pierogies for sale.  To order, call 570-928-1099.

St. Vladimir’s Church is having a Halupki dinner on Sunday, the 30th, Noon to 4 p.m. at the Church Hall.  Eat in or take out.

Halloween party, the 31st, Pavilion, 6 p.m., refreshments and prizes.  Have your porch light on if you’d like kids to stop by.

Bob and JoAnn McGuire went on a bus trip to Rochester, NY, on Saturday.  They were with some Che-Hanna Rock and Mineral Club members.  This was to attend the Rochester mineral club show, held at the Armory.  You talk about wind.  You think it’s windy here, go to Rochester; you could barely walk from one spot to another.  On the return trip, we stopped at Letchworth State Park in Castile, NY.  The falls were awesome, with double rainbows and the water was barreling over the falls.  Not much nice foliage; the wind and rain had knocked the leaves off the trees and there was no color.  But, it was a nice trip to the show and the Park and visiting with friends.

Just a reminder to get out and vote on November 8th.  It’s your right and your privilege, so just do it.

Don’t forget the New Albany Volunteer Fire Co. play is coming up November 12 and 13; 18 and 19.  Should be pretty good again this year.  Mark your calendar now and plan to attend.

Happy belated birthday to Maddie Pochatko who celebrated on the 24th.  Hope you had a good day.

HINT:  “Remedy for upset stomach:  2 cups water 1/4 tsp. baking soda, 2 tablespoons honey, 1/4 cup orange juice.  Mix all the ingredients in the blender.  Take 1 tablespoon every half hour or as tolerated.  Take right after vomiting, if possible.”

Guess that’s it.  Enjoy your week, it’s to be much more pleasant than what we’ve had, or so I hope.  Have news call me at 570-928-9238; mail me; see me; or e-mail me at:  news@lopezpa.com.  I’ll get it in for you.  Thanks for reading and I’ll be here next time.

Fall is in the air for sure this past weekend.  Saturday was not too bad; did have some rain, but not like what was predicted.  Sunday was something else.  Was very cold and windy; sun peeked out for a short time in the afternoon, but not long and as the day wore on, the colder it got.  I guess that other Season isn’t too far behind.  I heard it’s to warm up the end of the week, but we’ll see.  Just like we were supposed to get three to four hours of steady rain on Saturday; didn’t get much at all.  Maybe some places did, but we didn’t.  Thoughts and prayers go out to all those that were affected by Hurricane Matthew; they sure have a lot of damage, no power and some have no home to go to.

Congratulations and good luck to Ann Marie of Winterland Winery as she has moved to her new location.  It is South of Dushore on Route 220, what used to be called Rock Run.  Stop in and see her, wish her well.  Lopez will miss her.

St. Vladimir’s Church has pierogies for sale.  To order, call 570-928-1099.

Next Civic meeting will be on Tuesday, October 18th, 6 p.m. probably at the Township Building since the weather is getting colder.

The Civic Halloween party will be held on Halloween night, the 31st, 6 p.m. at the Pavilion.  Prizes and refreshments.   If you want the ghosts and goblins to stop by, please leave your porch light on.

Mark your calendars now.  The New Albany Volunteer Fire Company will have a play again this year.  “A Fractured Election” will take place on Saturday, November 12th at 7 p.m.; Sunday, November 13th at 2 p.m.; Friday, November 18th at 7 p.m.; and Saturday, November 19th at 7 p.m.  If you haven’t been to previous plays, you’ve missed a great time, so make a note and try to attend one of the performances.  They do a great job and there will be lots of laughs.  Doors open one hour before start of the play.

HINT:  “Salt can be used for cleaning oil spills in the garage.  Sprinkle salt on the spill and wait 15 minutes.  It makes cleaning much easier.”

Happy Birthday to Mickey Bednar, 13th; Bob Burke, 14th; Ken Smith and Karen Bednar, 17th ; and Marie Cikovic, 19th.  Hope you all have a nice day.

Happy Anniversary to Ted and Fay Puzo as they celebrate on the 14th.  Have a great day.

The turkeys are still around; probably be in hiding once the season starts and the hunters are out to get them.   Same with the deer; see only a couple now and then.  They are in hiding.

Guess that’s the news for now.  Enjoy this cool Fall weather.  Have news call me at 570-928-9238; mail me; see me; or e-mail me at news@lopezpa.com.  I’ll get it in for you.  Thanks for reading and I’ll be here next time.

Weather is turning much cooler, with temperatures in the low 30’s over the weekend and some pretty windy conditions at times.  Have you noticed the leaves are starting to change color.  So, it’s coming…………..don’t like it, but can’t change Mother Nature’s mind and give us warm weather for a while yet.  Haven’t heard or seen any geese going over yet, but I’m sure it won’t be long.  I think the humming birds have already left.  The gardens and flower beds are winding down.  We do see many turkeys every day going back and forth and a few deer now and then.

Congratulations to Maranna Nitcznski who won the title of Outstanding Young Woman and to Danielle Reeser who was named third runner-up. Lauren Chase also was a contestant and did a fantastic job with her vocal of “Sound of Music”.   This event was held Saturday evening at the Towanda Jr./Sr. High School in Towanda.  Second year in a row with a winner from Sullivan County.

The month of October will soon be here and still a few things going on around the County.  Keep an eye on the Sully to see what, where and when; there may be something of interest to you.

Cory McDonald was in from Rhode Island to spend some time with family and friends.

Next Civic meeting will be on Tuesday, October 18th, 6 p.m. at the Township Building.

St. Vladimir’s Church has pierogies for sale.  To order, call 570-928-9238.

Time to start thinking of your Halloween costume for the annual Civic Association party.  Will be on Halloween night, 6 p.m. at the Pavilion, with refreshments and prizes.  So, put your thinking cap on and see what you can come up with.

HINT:  “For a cool brownie treat, make brownies as directed.  Melt Andes mints in a double broiler and pour over warm brownies.  Let set for a wonderful minty frosting.”  (That sounds pretty good; better than those sweet icings.)

Happy Birthday wishes to Kurt Schroeder, 29th.  Have a good day.

Happy Anniversary to Dustin and Samantha Burke who celebrate on the 28th.  Gaige and Grayson send happy wishes to you.

Birthdays in early October include Elizabeth Kapler, 1st; Joe Fanning, and Kyleigh McDonald, 2nd.  Have a nice day.

Happy Anniversary in October to Tony and Donna (Lansberry) Cikovic as they celebrate on the 2nd.  Hope it’s a good one.

From Mr. Neubauer’s little brown book:  September 25, 1980 – 48 degrees with light rain.  Our weather, same day was no rain, cool temperatures with some sun and windy, 62 degrees.

Some of the Borick off-spring enjoyed the Fall weather down at “Tent City” over the weekend.  They all like Lopez in any kind of weather.

I think that’s the news for now.  Enjoy your week, whatever your plans.  Bloomsburg Fair is in full swing this week, so take a trip down that way.  Of course, that’s why we’ll have rain toward the end of the week.  Almost every year there is rain sometime during the Fair.  Have news call me at 570-928-9238; mail me; see me; or e-mail me at news@lopezpa.com.  I’ll get it in for you.  Thanks for reading and I’ll be here next time.

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MARANNA NITCZNSKI WINS OUTSTANDING YOUNG WOMAN TITLE

Sullivan County’s Miss Maranna Nitcznski won the 2017 OYW title, held Saturday evening at Towanda Jr./Sr. High School.  She also won the award for Aerobics and Fitness.  Her Mixed Martial Arts demonstration was great.  Our Miss Danielle Reeser was named Third Runner-Up.  Her original monologue, “How I Learned How to Survive Sullivan County”, was so funny, cute and said it all.  The other winners were:  Fourth Runner-Up: Abigail Martin, Canton Jr./Sr. High School; Second Runner-Up: Ezoza Ismailova, Towanda Are Jr./Sr. High School; First Runner-Up: Adriana Romano, Sayre Area School District.   The other Sullivan County participant, Lauren Chase, did an excellent and enjoyable vocal performance of “Sound of Music”.  What a powerful voice she has.  All the girls did well and all really are winners.  The Sullivan County 2016 OYW winner and co host this year was Bridget Reed.

(L to R) Maranna Nitcznski, Bridget Reed, Danielle Reeser, and Lauren Chase

Sullivan County can be very proud of these four young ladies who participated in the 2017 OYW program.

We had another really nice weekend.  The rain was welcome on Saturday evening, along with the thunder and lightning.  I’m sure the gardens and flower beds enjoyed a good drink.  We got .22 inches.   I guess most of the week is to be warm again, with rain maybe toward the end of the week.

St. Vladimir’s Church has pierogies for sale.  To order, call 570-928-1099.
Next Civic meeting will be on Tuesday, the 20th, 6 p.m. at the Pavilion.   Membership dues now being taken by Molly Johnson.

Many of the Borick off-spring were here at “Tent City” to spend the weekend at their campers on Turrell Street.  Had an enjoyable time.  Awesome fireworks on Saturday evening by “Boom booms by B”.  Got to see them just before the rain came.   They were enjoyed by many.

Bow Hunters Festival is coming up this weekend, the 16th, 17th and 18th at the Forksville Fair Grounds.  Take a ride down and see what all happens there.  Lots to see and do.

Happy Birthday to Mya Evans, 20th; and Roland Dayton, 21st.  Hope you have a nice day.

HINT:  “Looking to fight off that afternoon or evening snacking binge?  Cucumbers have been used for centuries by European trappers, traders and explorers for quick meals to thwart off starvation.”  (And, they don’t have calories.)

There will still be things going on in the County during the month of October, so watch the Sully to find out what may interest you.

Guess that’s the news for now.  Enjoy your week; should be a good one.  Have news, call me at 570-923-9238; mail me; see me; or email me at news@lopezpa.com.  I’ll get it in for you.  Thanks for reading and I’ll be here next time.

August 31,  2016

Wasn’t a bad weekend, so hope you all enjoyed it.  I could take a few more weeks of this.  I’m so not ready for the cold weather that will be here before long.  Seems like the gardens are still doing pretty good with plenty of veggies to be picked and canned or frozen.  Will come in handy during the winter season.

Well, kids are back in school; don’t know if they really like the idea yet, but they will do fine, I’m sure.

Got the following e-mail to share:  On Thursday evening, Joe and Diane (Charnik) Fanning, along with Molly, Landenberg, and granddaughter, Haley Latch, St. Georges, DE, arrived at their home on Church Street for a week’s vacation.  On Thursday evening they were joined by Haley’s mother, Toni Latch, and friend, Angelo Gattinella.  On Friday, Joe, Haley, Toni and Angelo went on a five mile bike ride and had an enjoyable time.  Saturday, Toni, Haley and Angelo went to Ricketts Glen and took the three mile waterfall hike and saw approximately 10-12 waterfalls.  They really enjoyed the beautiful falls; it was followed up by renting kayaks and touring the lake.  Said they can’t wait until next year to do some more.  Toni and Angelo went home Sunday morning while the rest of the family stayed for the week.  Went to the movies on Monday and saw “Pete’s Dragon”; said it was an excellent film for everyone to see.  The weather was beautiful and all had a great time here.  Angelo even got to see his first bear while he was here.

St. Vladimir’s Church has pierogies for sale.  To order, call 570-928-1099.

By the time you get your Sully, the Sullivan County Fair will be in full swing.  So, take a ride on down to the Forksville Fair Grounds and see what’s going on.  Something for everyone and fun for all.

Next Civic meeting will be on Tuesday, September 20th, 6 p.m. at the Pavilion.  Membership dues now being taken for 2017.  See Molly Johnson to pay your dues or become a member of the Civic Association.

Happy Belated Birthday to Macrina Potchatko who celebrated 16 years on August 23rd.  Hope you had a good day.

Happy Birthday wishes go to Kristin (McDonald) Mensch, September 5th; Miles Baton, 8th; and Alexia Vermiere, 13th.  Hope you all have a nice day.

Happy Anniversary to Shawn and Crystal Pequignot, 4th; Joe and Rose (McDonald) Sbardella, 5th; and Gus and Edith Tamburro and Jim and Barbara Craig, both on the 10th, as they celebrate 56 years.  Congratulations to all and have a great day.

B’s gang sends Happy Birthday greetings to “Roda” Stasiak, as she celebrates on the 6th.  (I know it will be a good one.)

HINT:  “Tired of your bathroom mirror fogging up after a shower??  Try rubbing a cucumber slice along the mirror; it will eliminate fog and provide a soothing, spa-like fragrance.”

Hope you all have a safe, happy Labor Day holiday.  guess that’s the last real summer vacation time.  There will still be Fall activities going on in the County, so keep a check on the Sully to see where and when.

Guess that’s it for now.  Enjoy your week; I did hear there may be a few showers, but it will be warm.  Have news call me at 570-928-9238; mail me; see me; or e-mail me at news@lopezpa.com.  I’ll get it in for you.  Thanks for reading and I’ll be here next time.

I am still looking for a photo of the Lopez Honor Roll that doesn’t have flowers, wreaths or people in front of it.  I would like to be able to read all of the names that were on it.

Another nice weekend.  Did get some much needed rain on Saturday and Sunday, but it didn’t last long so didn’t do a whole lot.  Rain predicted during the week, so maybe the gardens will get a good drink.

Don’t forget….Saturday, the 20th, is the flea market at the Pavilion, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.  Hope to see you there.  Spaces still available.   So, clean out your attic, garage or basement and see what you no longer need or want and get a table and make a few bucks.

Sunday, the 21st, is the Civic picnic, 2 p.m. at the Pavilion.  Bring a dish to pass and your table service.  This is for all those who helped to make Old Home Days such a success.  It’s also for anyone in the community who would like to come, even if you didn’t help Old Home Days.  It’s a community picnic and open to the community.  A good time to visit and get to know your neighbors.

Thanks to Lambert’s, Ron Gutosky and Ronnie Patson for making the hay ride the success it was during Old Home Days.  Much appreciated.  Thanks also to “Tent City” and others for their donations for the stupendous fireworks display on Saturday night of Old Home Days.   Had a lot of great comments on the awesome fireworks show.

St. Vladimir’s Church has pierogies for sale.  Call 570-928-1099 to order yours.

If you missed out on Lopez mugs at Old Home Day, we still have a few left.  We have available 2013 (EUB Church); 2014 (The Lock Up); 2015 (Jackson Hotel); and 2016 (Lopez Restaurant).   They sell fast, so if you’re interested, contact me at the info below.

There are also t-shirts, koozies, sweat shirts and license plates available, if anyone is interested.

Didn’t make it to Dushore Founder’s Day so don’t know how that was, but I’m sure it was another good time for everyone.   The Outhouse races are always a fun event to watch and see all the different makes and designs of the outhouse.

Happy Birthday wishes to Andrew Froese, 20th; Mary (Maximiek) Santiago, 21st; Karly Amon, 26th; and Gaige Burke, 29th.  Have a good day.

Happy Anniversary to Jason and Heather Burke as they celebrate on the 26th.  Have a nice day.

HINT:  “Looking for a fast and easy way to remove cellulite before going to the pool?  Try rubbing a slice or two of cucumbers along your problem area for a few minutes; the phytochemicals in the cucumber cause the collagen in your skin to tighten, firming up the outer layer and reducing the visibility of cellulite.  Works great on wrinkles too.!!”  (OK, girls, give that a try and let me know how many cucumber slices you had to use.)

From Mr. Neubauer’s little brown book:  August 14, 1978 – clear, cool and 50 degrees.   August 14, 2016 we had hot, humid, a couple of storms and had to be at least 80 degrees.  His would have been a little more comfortable.

Bob and I had an enjoyable time at the Che-Hanna Rock & Mineral Club picnic, held on Sunday at Saterlee Creek Environmental Center in Litchfield.  A nice group of folks attended; lots of kids; all enjoyed the picnic, games and gold panning.  We had a couple of down pours, but that didn’t make anyone leave early; we were under cover of the pavilion.  Everyone looks forward to the summer picnics there again next year.

Here is an early school photo

Alex and Ginny Stavisky, Palm Bay, FL, and daughter, Cindy Stavisky, Orlando, FL, enjoyed some vacation time in Lopez.  Visited with many friends and neighbors and enjoyed Old Home Day while they were here.

Bob McGuire, Jr. and son, Tyler, Hunlock Creek, visited with Bob and JoAnn McGuire on Saturday on their way home from vacation.  They went to Corning glass, where Tyler made an all glass tic-tac-toe board, with the x’s and o’s.  They also went on the US side to Niagara Falls, and a couple of other places of interest.  Had a good time on their trip.

Guess that’s the news for this time.  Enjoy your week, even if it does rain, should be warm.  Have news call me at 570-928-9238; mail me; see me; or e-mail me at news@lopezpa.com.  I can’t put your news in if I don’t hear from you, so please let me know what’s going on with your family.   Thanks for reading and I’ll be here next time.

Had quite a rain storm on Saturday, but the rain was needed.  Some places got way more than we did and a lot of damage was done.  Didn’t get anything on Sunday; was hot and humid; a few dark clouds, but nothing came of them here.   Heard there are to be scattered showers during the week.

St. Vladimir’s Church has pierogies for sale.  To order, call 570-928-1099.

Had a nice phone chat with Delmar McCauley, an Irishman from Lancaster area.  Wanted to tell me he likes reading my column and all of the Sully.   He is now 83 years old, but had been up in Sullivan County many times and went through Lopez.  Said reading the news brings back many good memories.  Mentioned the people are much friendlier here than where he is now.  He also said when he would come here, he went to the Grand Canyon, enjoyed Ricketts Glen and liked to eat at the Forksville restaurant.  He now lives on a big farm with his son and is still able to get up on the machinery and help out, thanks to his son making it easy for him.  Thanks for the comments, Delmar, and hope you continue to enjoy the paper.

Congratulations to Anthony and Bethany Sneidar on the birth of their first baby, a son, Dominic Anthony, born on July 24th.  Have fun with the new little one.  Tony and Patti Sneidar are so happy to have a grandson.  Hope to see the new parents and baby in Lopez sometime.

Old Home Days this weekend.  Saturday from 6 p.m. to midnight.  Food, games, dunk tank, Bingo, DJ “B” from 9 p.m. to midnight.  Fireworks after dark.  Sunday from Noon to 6 p.m.  All kinds of food, games, dunk tank, Bingo. t-shirts, koozies.  Chicken dinner at Noon.  Hope to see you there to visit with old friends and maybe make some new friends.

“Tent City” is booming again this year.  The relatives in the Borick family gather every year around this time to spend a week, some maybe more, at the homestead on Turrell St.  Many friends also come.  They all enjoy Old Home Days and they have lots of activities going on while they are here.

Many things going on in Sullivan County, so check the Sully to see what, when and where.

Happy Birthday wishes to Stephen Mikolajczyk and Scherril Dayton, August 4th; Kyle Froese and Kathy Lebo, 9th; Randy Lebo, Jackie Craig and Mary Lowden, 10th; Kari Spinosa, 11th; Al Kapler, 12th; and Linda Beaver, 13th.  Hope you all have a nice day.

Don’t forget the Flea Market coming up on Saturday, August 20th, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Pavilion.  Something for everyone.

Red Rock Job Corps will be having their next picnic at the Pavilion on Thursday, August 11th, 6 p.m.

HINT:  “For easy starting barbecue, place charcoal briquettes in an empty egg carton.  Close the lid and when ready to start the fire, ignite the carton.  You can also soak the carton with charcoal starter beforehand.”
(I think there are quite a few yet who still use charcoal.)

I guess that’s about all for this time.  Enjoy your week; it’s to be pretty warm even if we do get some showers.  Have news call me at 570-928-9238; mail me; see me; or e-mail me at news@lopezpa.com.  I’ll get it in for you.  Thanks for reading and I’ll be here next time.

How about a step back in time?  Any one remember this??

Was a really hot and humid weekend.  Some places got buckets of rain, thunder and lightning.  We got some thunder, no rain at all.  Sure do need the rain for the gardens, creeks and getting wells filled.  Last I heard the week is to be warm again with no rain, other than Monday and Tuesday that have already passed.

St. Vladimir’s Church has pierogies for sale.  To order, call 570-928-1099.

Mountain Steak, the new eatery on Route 118, owned and operated by Stacey Olsen is now open seven days a week.  They now have a kids menu; you can eat in or outside at a picnic table.  If you’re down that way, stop in to check them out and enjoy a good meal.  It’s just at the bottom of Red Rock Mountain.   The website is www.mountainsteak.com.  Check it out.

Duane and Patty Johnson were at their cabin on Turreltown Road during the Fourth of July weekend.  They had a big Mama bear and her cub playing in the yard and they have been hanging around since.  Happy belated birthday to Patty, whose birthday was on the 9th.  Hope you had a good day.

Bob, Jr. and Tyler McGuire, Hunlock Creek, were up on Sunday to visit Bob and JoAnn McGuire.  Tyler stayed and is spending a few days here on vacation.  He likes going to the creek, being outside and doing electric projects.

Next 4-H Model Rocketry meeting will be on Monday, the 25th, 2 p.m. at the Extension Office in Dushore.

Happy Birthday wishes to Matt Beaver, 21st; Billy Stasiak, 23rd, and Jan Marie (Benjamin) Manuel, 25th.  Hope you all have a good day.

HINT:  “To get rid of bugs in leafy vegetables, soak in cold water with a few tablespoons of vinegar for at least ten minutes.  Rinse well.”

Bob and JoAnn McGuire enjoyed their Che-Hanna Mineral Club picnic on Sunday in Litchfield.  Weather was nice, food was good and lots of fun for the day with games and visiting.

Guess that’s the news for this time.  Enjoy your week, whatever you may do.  It should be pretty nice.  Have news call me at 570-928-9238; mail me; see me; or e-mail me at news@lopezpa.com.  I’ll get it in for you.  I’ll be here next time and thanks for reading.

Was a fantastic weekend for the 4th holiday.  Weather was great for picnics and parties.  Little windy and cold early on Sat., but turned out nice later and Sunday was super.   Hope you all had a safe and happy Fourth of July holiday.

Congratulations and good luck to Stacey Olsen who has opened and “eatery” at the bottom of Red Rock Mountain on Route 118.  Check out her website at www.mountainsteak.com.  Stop in to say hello and get a good meal.  She had a grand opening on June 29th.  It’s called Mountain Steak and Wings.

Sullivan County 4-H Rocketry meeting will be on Tuesday, July 11th, 2 p.m. at the Extension Office in Dushore.  New members welcome.  Any questions, call Bob at 570-928-9238.

Next Civic meeting will be on Tuesday, July 19th, 6 p.m. at the Pavilion.  Clean up at the Pavilion to get ready for Old Home Days will be on Wednesday, July 20th, 10 a.m.  Any volunteers that can help, it would be appreciated.  Many hands make light work.

St. Vladimir’s Church has pierogies for sale.  To order, call 570-928-1099.

Flea market at the Pavilion is coming up soon.  Will be on Saturday, August 20th, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., so check your attic, garage and basement and see what you may not want anymore.  Maybe you can sell your items and get some “spending” money.

Mrs. Irene Huray and Miss Sophie Bednar spent a week with Irene Pequignot.  They attended the wedding of Jennifer Pequignot and Shawn Laird and also the graduation of Alyssa Pequignot.

Last Tuesday evening, on our usual walk, Heather Kaeleigh and Kyleigh McDonald and I ran into a bear up the dirt road.  He looked at us, we looked at him.  He walked up the road and we turned around and went down the road.  Then, on Thursday afternoon, about 3 p.m., we had him/her come down the road from us, walk into our yard as if it lived there.  Bob got a couple pictures from the front porch.  It then went next door, between the houses, back over in our yard and then down the hill.  Tony Sneidar, Jr. got pictures and a video of the same bear on Maple Terrace, by the former Rosie Gardner home.  Be aware as they are coming around much earlier in the day.  With little kids playing outside, you never know what the bear may do.

Bob and I were invited to World’s End State Park on Saturday evening where he (UVBOB) presented the fluorescent mineral program to the campers.  There were 80+ folks who attended, with lots of kids this time.  Was a very good program and enjoyed by all.  Many questions were asked and we were told it was very educational and “cool” to see what ugly rocks can do when put under ultraviolet lamps.  Thanks to Jane Swift of World’s End for inviting us and the super job of publicity she did in getting the word out for all to go to the Visitor’s Center to take part in the program.

Tony and Patti Sneidar, Philly, spent a few days over the Holiday at their home on Church Street.

Quite a few of the Borick “off-spring” enjoyed some days at “Tent City” over 4th of July.

Old Home Day is coming up.  It will be on Saturday and Sunday, August 6th and 7th.  Watch for the ad in the Sully for details.  Come, visit with old friends and make some new friends.   There will be a spectacular fireworks display and if you’d like to help off-set that cost, please send your donation to Brian McGuire, 197 Main Street, Lopez, PA  19628.  Will be much appreciated.

Happy Birthday wishes to Loretta Weidner and Samantha Burke, 7th; Dan Stasiak, 11th; Quinn Vinetelli, 12th; Woody Woodford, 13th; David Black and Molly Johnson, 14th.  Hope you all have a nice day.

Happy Anniversary to Mike and Heather McDonald on 9 years of marriage and also to Kristin (McDonald) and Jeffrey Mensch on 1 year of marriage.  Congratulations and many more.

Happy Anniversary also to David and Lavonne Black, and Matt and Scherill Dayton, 14th.  Have a good day.

HINT:  “Out of WD 40 and need to fix a squeaky hinge?  Take a cucumber slice and rub it along the problematic hinge and, wow, the squeak is gone.”

Here’s another good hint:  “When you buy a container of frosting from the store, whip it with your mixer for a few minutes.  You can double its size.  You get to frost more cake/cupcakes with the same amount and also eat less sugar per serving.”

From Mr. Neubauer’s little brown book:  July 3, 1982 – Cloudy, rain and 42 degrees.   Wow!!  I sure like ours for today much better.  It’s warm, sunny and no rain.  I’ll take it.

Charlotte Grant and her family, from Bear, DE, spent a few days over the Fourth at the Charnik/Fanning home on Church Street.  All had a good time.

Guess that’s the news for now.  Enjoy your week; should be pretty nice, along with some showers that are needed for the gardens, flower beds, creeks and wells.  Have news call me at 570-928-9238; mail me; see me; or e-mail me at news@lopezpa.com.  I’ll get it in for you.  I’ll be here next time and thanks for reading.

Looks like Miss Finan’s class cir.1950 with 1st and 2nd grade.

Looking for more LOPEZ grade school photos.  Anyone have some??