EVERY SUNDAY
SPIRITUAL YOGA
Join Stairville United Methodist Church, 1790 Stairville Road in Mountain Top for spiritual yoga on Sundays at 5:30 p.m. Bring your own yoga mat. A donation basket will be available and donations are given to the church. The class lasts 1 hour, all levels welcome.
THURSDAYS AND SATURDAYS
LIBRARY HOURS
The Stairville UMC Community Library has changed its name to New Hope Wapwallopen Community Library. The new winter hours are Thursday 1 to 3 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Inclement weather closures will follow Crestwood School District weather policy of closures and early dismissals. All library closures will also be posted on Facebook. The New Hope Wapwallopen Community Library location is Stairville United Methodist Church located at 1790 Stairville Road in Wapwallopen. The New Hope Wapwallopen Charge consists of three churches: Stairville UMC, Faith UMC and Slocum UMC. For more information on the churches, library or the many other community events and programs visit www.newhopewapwallopen.org.
THROUGH APRIL 30
ART EXHIBIT
The Hazleton Art League presents Dominican-born, internationally recognized poet/artist Pedro Gris’ exhibition Partículas que piensan, (Particles That Think), for the month of April. Gris’ style can be compared to cosmic abstraction, with controlled chaos of color and form. Admission is always free and open to the public. Gallery hours: Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday-Sunday 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., closed Mondays. A nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, the Art League welcomes donations from companies and individuals. Membership in the Art League is only $25 for the year. For more information on classes, programs, and Summer Art Camp for children ages 6-14, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Hazleton Art League, Hayden Family Center for the Arts, 31 W. Broad Street, Hazleton, 570-455-3333 www.hazletonartleague.org
APRIL 29
SPRING RUMMAGE SALE
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Women will hold its spring rummage sale from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, April 29, at the church located at 316 S. Mountain Blvd, Mountain Top. From 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. there will be a $1 a bag special. For more information or questions call the church at 570-474-6616 or Sue at 570-474-6558.
APRIL 30
SOUP/DESSERT SALE
Emmanuel UCC, Dorrance, is holding a Soup/Dessert Sale in our fellowship hall 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on April 30. Walk-ins are welcome and pre-orders are suggested. There will be a variety of desserts available and available soups will be string bean and ham and chicken corn for $8 per quart. To pre-order soup or more information, call Joan at (570) 574-0626.
MAY 1 THROUGH 17
TEEN BOOK LOOT BAG
The M.S. Kirby Library will host a teen book loot bag event for those in grades six through 12 from May 1 through May 17. Register at kirbylib.org or stop by the library to fill out a paper form. Get a book to check out, craft and goodies to keep.
MAY 6
MEET THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Interested in learning more about the Mountain Top Historical Society? Come and meet members of the Mountain Top Historical Society at the Marian Sutherland Kirby Library on Saturday, May 6, at 11 a.m. The group will share its history, how it started, where it stands today and what are the plans for the future. The floor will be open to any questions about the history of Mountain Top. Registration is requested, please call 570-474-9313. The library is located at 35 Kirby Ave., Mountain Top.
MAY 7
PANCAKE BREAKFAST
The Kiwanis Club of Mountain Top will be serving the famous “all you can eat” pancake and sausage breakfast on Sunday, May 7, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Crestwood Secondary Campus School Cafeteria. The menu also includes scrambled eggs, orange juice, coffee, tea and hot chocolate. The cost is $9 per person, with children under 12 paying only $4. Please come out and enjoy the morning with your neighbors for a great cause. Kiwanis has been active in the Mountain Top community for well over 50 years, and proudly supports worthy causes such as book donation to local elementary schools, Crestwood Odyssey of the Mind teams, MS Kirby Library, Mountain Top Food Bank, Crestwood Backpack Program and other charitable programs that focus on the well-being of children. For more information on the breakfast or joining the club, please see their Facebook page or call Brian at 570-868-5861.
ROAST CHICKEN DINNER
American Legion Post No. 781 will host a roast chicken dinner from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (or until the food is sold out) on May 7. Cost is $12 and there is take out only. For more information, call 570-474-2161 or email mtsalo781@gmail.com
CRAFT FAIR/FLEA MARKET
American Legion Post No. 781 will host a craft market/flea market from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on May 7. Call 570-332-8962 or email toniant59@gmail.com for more information.
MAY 8
ART PARTY
Mountaintop Christian Academy will host an Art Party at 9:30 a.m. on Monday, May 8, at Mountaintop Family Church. Children ages 3, 4 and 5, along with their parents, are invited to join us for this fun & free art party. Register by April 30 at MFC’s info table or at www.mtchristian.org. Email director@mtchristian.org for more information.
MAY 9
GARDENING TIPS FOR SPRING
The Mountain Top Garden Club will present “Gardening Tips for Spring” at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 9, at the Rice Township Municipal Building.
MIDDLE SCHOOL BOOK CLUB
The M.S. Kirby Library will host a middle school book club meeting for those in grades six through eight from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. on May 9. The book “Teen Titans: Raven,” a graphic novel by Kami Garcia, will be discussed. Those in attendance will also enjoy some snacks and book club activities. Books are available at the circulation desk. Registration is required. Please register at the M.S. Kirby Library, 35 Kirby Ave., Mountain Top PA 18707 or call 570-474-9313.
MAY 10 – 23
SOCIAL CLUB MEETINGS
The Mountain Top Social Club meeting scheduled for May 9 has been cancelled. A brief meeting will be held at the Mother’s Day/Father’s Day luncheon on May 10. The meeting on May 23 will take place as scheduled. A June 7 trip is planned to Sight & Sound Theatre, and a July 20 trip to Wind Creek Casino. For additional info call: Delores, trip coordinator, at 732-690-9609 and Sharon, president, at 570-868-6598.
MAY 13
SPRING BBQ and CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT
St. Martins-in-the-Fields Church will host a barbecue and cornhole tournament from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on May 13 at American Legion Post No. 781, Mountain Top. Murphy’s Pub will cater the event which will feature pork barbeque, fried chicken, mac & cheese, baked beans and cookies. Iced tea and water are free. Beer is for sale. There will also be basket and 50/50 raffles, St. Martin’s famous Welsh cookies for sale, and live music by Steve Perillo & the Northeast Praise Band. Plus, you can enter the two-person team cornhole tournament, complete with cash prizes. You must have a pre-purchased ticket for the BBQ dinner. Cost is only $20 per person, $15 ages 6-12, and $5 for children under six years of age. To order your tickets, call St. Martin’s at 570-868-5358 or email to: StMartin.MountainTop@gmail.com. For more information about the cornhole tournament, call Valhalla Cornhole Club at 570-406-5450 or email them at valhallacornholeclub@gmail.com. Cost to enter is $50 per team.
MAY 16
TEEN SPRING MYSTERY PRIZE BINGO
The M.S. Kirby Library will host a teen spring mystery prize bingo for those in grades six through 12 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. on May 16. Everyone starts with a mystery prize bag. You can’t open the bag until the end of the program when you get bingo you have to switch bags with another player. You may win a gift card or other fun prizes! Snacks and refreshments will be served. Registration is required. Please register at the M.S. Kirby Library, 35 Kirby Ave., Mountain Top PA 18707 or call 570-474-9313.
MAY 23
TEEN STAR WARS RIDDLE SCAVENGER HUNT
The M.S. Kirby Library will host a Star Wards riddle scavenger hunt for those in grades six through 12 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. on May 23. Brush up on your Star Wars trivia! Solve riddles to earn a chance to win a gift card or Star Wars prizes! Please register at the M.S. Kirby Library, 35 Kirby Ave., Mountain Top PA 18707 or call 570-474-9313.
MAY 27-28
MEMORIAL DAY PIE SALE
Saint Mary’s Altar and Rosary Society is having a Memorial Day Pie Sale. The pies are homemade with a 10-inch graham cracker crust with cream cheese filling, topped with either Cherry or Blueberry. These need to be refrigerated. Pies are $12 each. Pie pick-up will be after masses in the rear of the Social Hall on Saturday, May 27, and Sunday, May 28. Prepaid orders can be put in the collection baskets at Mass. Deadline is Sunday, May 14. To place phone orders or if you have questions, call Julia 570-550-2054. Leave a message for a return call.
