Tamaqua church providing needed blankets

Members of the Zion Lutheran Church Blanket Ministries in Tamaqua are making blankets to give to needy individuals in nursing homes and abroad. Volunteers who are making the blankets include, front, from left, Sharon Haldeman, Judy Brennan and Marion Klein. Back row, from left are Jean Derr, MaryJane Turton, Shirley Becker and Gail Jones. Also volunteering are Jane Springer, Velma Mantz and Beverly Batman. To donate supplies or become a volunteer, call the church at (570) 668-2180.