Pet event hosted by Diakon Lutheran Ministries at Bubeck Park on May 22

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There will be a Pet event at Bubeck Park on May 22 hosted by Diakon.  Pet owners and enthusiasts come join the fun! The schedule for the event that day is as follows:

Schedule of Events:

12:30 pm Welcome

12:45 pm Blessing of the  pets, Pastor Janet Lewis, St. John’s UCC

1:00 pm Obedience and Apprehension Demonstration, Consummate K-9

1:20 pm Pet Nutrition, Sasha’s Canine bakery

1:40 pm Pet Therapy Demonstration, Gail Lorady and Buffy

2:00 pm Pet Park Discussion, Patricia Quinn

2:20 pm Wild Life Rescue, Red Creek Wildlife Center

2:40 pm Leash and Licensing Laws, Representative  Mike Tobash office

3:00 pm Adopt a Pet, Ruth Steinert SPCA

3:30 pm Pet/Owner look-alike contest

Schedule subject to change.

Schuylkill Haven’s Annual Community Yard Sale

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This weekend is Schuylkill Haven’s Annual Community Yard Sale

Come one! Come all! Schuylkill Haven is having a Community Wide Yard Sale Saturday, May 19…..sponsored by Schuylkill Haven Borough Day Committee. Great bargains all over town!! Look for the balloons marking participating families. Pick up your “Location Finder” downtown Schuylkill Haven later this week.

For more information, check out the Schuylkill Haven Borough Day Facebook Page!

Debbie, preparing for last year’s Schuylkill Haven Community Yard Sale….out at 5 am collecting the balloons to distribute to each participant!! Thank GOD for volunteers!! — in Schuylkill Haven, PA.

5K Run/Walk for the Walk In

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Saturday, June 2, 2012 at

Walk In Art Center: 100-110 W. Columbia St.

Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972

Special Medals provided by age group (male and female)

Race course starts at the Art Center progresses into downtown Schuylkill Haven onto the “Island” and includes a trail. You can even watch the Sojourners take off!

► Check in: 8:00 – 8:50 a.m. ► Start Time: 9:00 a.m.

  • Pre-registered Participants receive a T- shirt (race day while supplies last)
  • Beverages and snacks provided after race
  • ALL AGES welcome

Contact person(s): Nena Schmidt 570-732-3728 Nena@walkinartcenter.com or Kim Lorimer 570-385-9048 X3031 kim-lorimer@evansdelivery.com

Proceeds will benefit The Walk In Art Center – other activities will be happing the entire day!

Registration Form Fee $20 in advance (post marked by 5/20/12 or online) OR $25 after/$18 if shirts run out

Online Registration available at: www.pretzelcitysports.com

2012-06-walk for the walkin registration form

Schuylkill Haven Spring Fling Open House and Student Art Month Kick Off

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Come join area businesses for a Spring Fling Open House in downtown Schuylkill Haven starting March 31. Participating downtown businesses will be handing out eggs filled with candy, coupons, and prizes, including a chance to win a  huge grand prize gift basket! You will also have a chance to check out the area’s student art for Student Art Month. There will also be craft tables set up with free crafts for children.

It’s a great way to shop local, get your Easter gifts, and support our student artists! Plus it gives the kids something to do too!

So come join the fun! Hope to see you there. If you have any questions, please call Lesa Rumbalski at 610.301.1604

*Clip Art obtained from Digi Web Studio – Original Primitive & Cute Country Clipart Designs

21 and Over Kickball League

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Yup, that’s right! It is an elementary favorite for grown-ups! Beginning Thursday March 22 at the West Brunswick Township softball field, the league will continue for seven games and a tournament. The cost to participate is $49 per player and includes a t-shirt.

Registration is available online through March 8 at www.gokickball.com/schuylkill_haven.

There are three ways to join:

- Create a team: A team captain can create a team and make a code for desired invitees to his or her team.

- Invitee: Log on and register with a specific team, using the code provided by a team captain.

- Free agent: Interested players can freely sign up, without choosing a specific team, and be randomly placed on a roster.

For more information, please contact organizer Mike Rodnick at (570) 449-0794 or email him at mrodnick@ptd.net.

Schuylkill Haven Police NFL Flag Football League 20

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The Schuylkill Haven Police NFL Flag Football League is currently accepting player registration.  Registration is opened to boys and girls ages 5 to 17.  A $40.00 registration fee for each players participation.  Fee covers cost of players official NFL flag jersey, flag belt, and league fees.  Parents can register online at shpd.nflflag.com (do not add www before the address) Registration closes on April 15, 2012.   All fees must be submitted via mail or in person at the Schuylkill Haven Police station by April 15, 2012.  The program is available to both in town and out of town youth.
The league is also looking for interested adults for coaches and referees.  On line registration is also available for those positions.  For more information about NFL Flag Football visit online at shpd.nflflag.com
Any additional questions please contact league coordinator Jeff Walcott at 570-385-9111.

The Perfect Pair: A Wine and Chocolate Fundraiser for Blue Mt. Girls Soccer

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  Blue Mt. High School Girls Soccer Team England Trip Committee Graduating Classes of 2014 and 2015 hosts ‘The Perfect Pair, a Wine and Chocolate Fundraiser Event on February 11, from 7-10 pm. In 2013, girls from the Blue Mountain Soccer Team will travel to the United Kingdom to compete against teams from Scotland and England. This event will help them reach their fundraising goals! Please plan on attending to enjoy silent and live auctions as well as wine and chocolate sampling.

For more information on this event please visit the Walk In Art Center’s Facebook Page:

http://www.facebook.com/#!/events/315646778454686/

Our Haven Foundation Wants You!

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Some of you may have seen signs or heard about Our Haven Foundation, but do you know what it is? Our Haven Foundation’s Mission Statement is: “Dedicated to revitalizing Downtown Schuylkill Haven through strong partnerships and community activism.” In simple terms, Our Haven Foundation wants to make our downtown a more spectacular place. We want you to shop in the shops, play at the playgrounds, and enjoy what we have to offer in our wonderful town. However, we cannot do it alone. We need YOUR help. There are several committees within our organization that need more members, and if you cannot help in that way, we also have sponsorship opportunities.

If this sounds like something you would be interested in being part of, please visit the contact page and leave your information there. Someone will be in contact with you. Thank you for your support!