Tamaqua news
Heisler's concerts
Heisler's Dairy Bar in the Lewistown Valley will continue its tradition of hosting "A Night in the Country Concert Series." Free concerts will be held on various weekend nights, featuring various artists.
The next event will be a concert by the "Blue Mountain Buccaneers," from 6-8 p.m. June 28.
Additional dates will be July 12, Jerry Heines, from 5 to 7 p.m.; July 19, Ann Marie Calabrese from 5 to 9 p.m.; July 16, M&J Big Band from 3 to 5 p.m.; Aug. 2, Cressona Band from 3-5 p.m.; Aug. 8, KJ from 6-9 p.m.; Aug. 16, Ann Marie Calabrese from 5 to 9 p.m.; Aug. 22, the New Individuals from 7-9 p.m.
No outside food or beverages are allowed but lawn chairs are encouraged.
Also at Heisler's, the Tamaqua Street Machine Association will hold car cruises from 5-8 p.m. on June 27, July 18 and Aug. 15.
Library book club
The Tamaqua Public Library's next monthly book discussion for adults will be at 6 p.m. June 29.
This month's selection is "The Goldfinch," written by Donna Tartt. Narrated by character Theo Decker, the tale begins with an explosion at the Metropolitan Museum. the blast kills Decker's mother and results in his becoming the owner of a Dutch masterpiece known as "the Goldfinch." At the heart of the story is the way the painting and Decker's fate are intertwined.
For more information about the book club, call 570-668-4660. The library is located at 30 S. Railroad St.
Holiday help
The Tamaqua Area Faith and Fellowship Network will again sponsor its "One Nation Under God" July 4th food collection and distribution event. The group hopes to feed 50 area families by providing picnic-type foods to families in need.
The communitywide effort is looking for donations, both monetary and food items. The collection is being organized by Melody Casler and Ann Marie Hadesty. To make a donation or volunteer to help, contact Casler at 570-668-2180, Hadesty at 570-449-8510 or email zionlcof@verizon.net.
The bags will be filled beginning at 11 a.m. June 28, with delivery scheduled for July 1. Volunteers are needed for both times. Any excess food items will be donated to Trinity's Friends In Need Food Pantry.
Honor roll
The name of Lennon Forster was missing from the Tamaqua Elementary Honor Roll published in Wednesday's edition. Lennon is a third-grade student.
St. John Lutheran
The Rev. Phyllis Wolford will officiate at the 9:15 a.m. worship service this Sunday in St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church. The service will include the Sacrament of Holy Baptism.
St. John UCC
The Rev. Kevin Duffy Guy will officiate at the 9:30 a.m. worship service Sunday in St. John United Church of Christ. Special music will be presented by the pastor.
Weekly Bible study sessions are held at 7 p.m. Thursdays.
