Lock Haven Express

Lock Haven Express Your local community newspaper, serving Clinton, Centre and Lycoming counties since 1882.

Good Day and Happy Birthday to Andy Coakley, of Marsh Creek!---Happy Birthday to twins, Caleb and Logan Shuss, of Howard...
09/01/2026

Good Day and Happy Birthday to Andy Coakley, of Marsh Creek!
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Happy Birthday to twins, Caleb and Logan Shuss, of Howard; and to Jerry Peters, of Lock Haven!
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Word of the Day: Gnomic — adj. — something cryptically said or written in a few words.
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Quote of the Day: “Minds are like parachutes. They only function when they are open.”
— James Dewar
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TOPS
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) is looking for interested participants and guest speakers. Weigh-ins are from 4:30-5 p.m. each Monday afternoon, followed by the business meeting at 5 p.m. TOPS is held at the Flemington First Church of Christ, 714 Canal St., Mill Hall. Guest speakers are being sought to give a 15-20 minute presentation (or demonstration) on nutrition, forms of exercising or other healthy habits during the meetings. For questions or to volunteer as a guest speaker, call Anna at 570-660-2087.
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Clothing Center
Flemington First Church of Christ’s Clothing Center will be open every Tuesday from 1-3 p.m. For more information call Dyann Shilling at 570-263-2726.
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Friendship Community Library
The FCL in Beech Creek is open on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 3-7 p.m. The Library is a division of the Annie Halenbake Ross Library and has an updated collection of books for loan, a variety of programs and tech support. Be sure to visit their page to see what exciting things are happening at the library. Courtney, the library manager, can be reached at 570-962-2048 or by email at [email protected].

Around the townGood Day and Happy Birthday to Andrew Green, of Massachusetts; Noah Lenker, of Jersey Shore; Arden Merrym...
08/31/2026

Around the town

Good Day and Happy Birthday to Andrew Green, of Massachusetts; Noah Lenker, of Jersey Shore; Arden Merryman, of Mill Hall!

Quote of the Day
“Be the best of whatever you are.”
— Martin Luther King, Jr.

Word of the Day
Circumscribe — verb — to limit the range or activity to something.

Volunteers needed
The Lock Haven Area Shoe Bank is usually open one Saturday a month, when they have the fun of giving free new shoes to kids and teens. They are looking for more volunteers, including people they can call when they are shorthanded. If you’d like to volunteer or have questions, please text or call Wendy at 570-295-3443.

Cookbook sale
Laurel Run Church, 2899 Laurel Run Road, Beech Creek, has created a beautiful family cookbook with many shared and loved recipes. Please contact Tammy Evelhair at [email protected] or Paula Smith at 814-574-0199 to purchase. They are selling each copy for $12 and all proceeds will benefit the Laurel Run Church.

Use headlights in foggy conditions
PennDOT reminds motorists of Pennsylvania’s law requiring moving vehicles to have headlights turned on when visibility is low due to unfavorable conditions, including fog. When driving in fog, low beam headlights should be used since the high beam setting creates glare and further reduces visibility.

Gamblers Anonymous
Bellefonte Gamblers Anonymous is meeting on Sundays at 7:30 p.m. at St. John Lutheran Church, 216 N. McAllister St., Bellefonte.

Monday, Aug. 31:— Blood Drive at Tri County N/C Church in Mill Hall, 1-6 p.m. — Drawing class at Friendship Community Ce...
08/31/2026

Monday, Aug. 31:
— Blood Drive at Tri County N/C Church in Mill Hall, 1-6 p.m.
— Drawing class at Friendship Community Center in Beech Creek. Class is free for those age 12 and older and runs from 4:30-6 p.m. Those who want to learn to draw are invited, as well as those with more experience who would like to learn to enhance their drawing skills and techniques. The drawing class is held each Monday.
— Friendship Community Library in Beech Creek is open from 3-7 p.m. Call 570-962-2048 for info.
— Join the Bald Eagle State Park naturalist at 6 p.m. to create your own bird feeder to take home. We will be building them using recycled supplies. This is environmentally friendly and more can be recreated at home later. Stop by the Environmental Learning Center below the main office any time from 6-7 p.m. All ages are welcome!
— Dunnstown Fire Company offers a Cash Bingo every Monday night at the fire station at 119 Woodward Ave., Lock Haven. Bingo starts at 6 p.m. and all proceeds help to support the fire company’s needs.
— TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets each Monday. Weigh-ins are at 4:30 p.m. and the program begins at 5 p.m. at the Flemington First Church of Christ, 714 Canal St., Lock Haven. All are welcome! Call Anna at 570-660-2087 for more info.

Tuesday, Sept. 1:
— Milesburg Food Bank distribution, 1-3 p.m., at the Milesburg Presbyterian Church.
— Blood Drive, 1-6 p.m., at American Legion Post 444, Millheim.
— The Covenant Cafe, an activity group for those in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias, will be meeting from 1 to 3 p.m., for a picnic at the Nature Park in McElhattan. The entree will be provided but attendees are asked to bring a side dish to share.
Master Gardeners Kathy Gillen and Lynda Cridge will be the guest presenters with a state flower quilt activity and other nature related activities. If the weather is inclement, there will be an indoor picnic at Covenant Church located at 44 W. Main St., Lock Haven.
Participants in this group are given an opportunity to be involved in socially and physically stimulating programs which will help them remain as active as possible. Individuals and families who are interested in being involved in this free program are invited to call Fran at 570-263-2084 for more info.
— Friendship Community Library in Beech Creek is open from 3-7 p.m. Call 570-962-2048 for info.
— KBR Bingo holds Bingo every Tuesday night at the third floor Bingo hall of the Piper Museum Building in Lock Haven. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. with Early Bird Bingo starting at 6:15 p.m. followed by regular Bingo at 6:30 p.m. Call 570-660-2647 for more info or visit their page.
— Bellefonte Area School Board meeting, 7 p.m., at the Bellefonte Area Middle School cafeteria

Wednesday, Sept. 2:
— Prayer Shawl Ministry meeting at noon at Bald Eagle United Presbyterian Church, Main St., Mill Hall. Prayer Shawl needleworkers will be showing their Clinton County Fair ribbons that they won for their many projects they crocheted, knitted or sewed for fair entry. Come see the winning entries and meet the friendly ladies involved in the PSM. A free lunch is provided for those attending. If you’d like to learn to crochet or knit come and we’ll coach you! For more info call Pastor Susan at 570-726-4112.
— Blood Drive, 1-6 p.m., at Penn College Bush Campus Center, Williamsport
— Covenant UM Church’s Walk by Faith program, 6 p.m., at McElhattan Old River Road. Meet in the parking lot. Bring a friend, walk for exercise and fellowship with others. Weather permitting! Walk by Faith is held each Wednesday, but at a different location. Call Fran at 570-263-2084 for more details.

Thursday, Sept. 3:
— Reservations are required for you to attend The Lock Haven Christian Women’s Connection’s “O Beautiful for Spacious Skies” luncheon on Sept. 9. The lunch and program will be held at the Flemington Church of Christ, 714 Canal St., Flemington. The guest feature presenter is Ron Dremel. Dremel’s presentation will discuss the contents and programs of The Piper Museum. The special music guest for the day is the extremely talented Linda Koch from the Bellefonte area, a vocal soloist, a pianist and she plays the bells. This month’s speaker will be Susan Pasquali from the Harrisburg area. Susan is a former make-up consultant for a major department store. Her talk focuses on ” What Women Really Want To Know.” The program begins at 11:50 a.m. Reservations are required by Sept. 3 by calling Bobbie Jo at 570-748-8708.
— Blood drive, 12-5:30 p.m., at American Philatelic Society, Match Factory Building, Bellefonte.
— Blood drive, 12:30-6 p.m., at Centre Church, 119 E. College Ave., Pleasant Gap.
— Friendship Community Library in Beech Creek is open from 3-7 p.m. Call 570-962-2048 for info.
— Milesburg Lions Club’s Bingo is held each Thursday night at the Milesburg Community Center. Doors open at 5 p.m. Bingo starts at 6:45 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 4:
— Titan Market will be open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 2042 Axemann Road, Bellefonte, the former Cerro Building with vendors selling a large variety of items throughout the day. Call 814-404-7422 for info.
— The 55th Annual Lock Haven Regatta Foundation Labor Day Regatta, Sept. 4-7, 2026.
The midway on East Water Street from Jay to Henderson streets and the Arts and Crafts section in Canal Park from East Water Street to East Main Street will be open from 6-10 p.m.
— Bellefonte Art Museum for Centre County celebrates the nation’s 250th anniversary. The show is titled “This Land Is Your Land” and highlights the work of members of the Farmland Preservation Arts of Central Pennsylvania. The Museum, 133 N. Allegheny St., is open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 4:30 with a major gathering on the first Sunday of each month. The exhibit is on display in September and October.
— Join the Little Pine State Park naturalist at 4 p.m. to learn about the different “Snakes of Pa.” Topics will include the myths that have come up, diets, habitat and more. Meet at the amphitheater.
— Join the Hyner Run State Park naturalist at 8 p.m. to learn about the different “Snakes of Pa.” Topics will include the myths that have come up, diets, habitat and more. Meet at the amphitheater by the pool. Please bring a lawn chair.

Saturday, Sept. 5:
— Get ready for a day of music, local food, laughter and learning as Crickfest returns to Coburn Park, held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. rain or shine. Crickfest has grown into one of the region’s most anticipated traditions—combining outdoor recreation, environmental education and good old-fashioned fun for all ages. The festivities begin with the popular Tunnel Trot 5K/10K, attendees can look forward to live music, local food vendors, hands-on workshops, environmental exhibits and activities designed for kids and families alike. Kids can dive into a wide variety of hands-on activities designed to spark curiosity and creativity. From the Children’s Creativity Tent to the ever-popular rubber ducky races and high-flying bottle rocket launches, there’s no shortage of excitement for young attendees. Adults can enjoy browsing plant sales, a silent auction, numerous displays from local non-profits, sampling delicious offerings from local vendors and tapping their toes to live music performances throughout the day.
Held rain or shine at scenic Coburn Park, Crickfest offers the perfect way to wrap up the summer season—whether you’re enjoying live music under the trees, sampling local flavors or simply relaxing with friends and neighbors.For more info, visit pennsvalley.net/crickfest/
— The 55th Annual Lock Haven Regatta Foundation Labor Day Regatta. The midway on East Water Street from Jay to Henderson streets and the Arts and Crafts section in Canal Park from East Water Street to East Main Street will be open from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Opening ceremonies at 10 a.m. with Clinton County Commissioner Angela Harding speaking. Rides, games, food, boat racing and more!
— The 10th annual Budstock is set to take place throughout the day, as the free music event offers live music from 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Budstock, the annual free all day music festival will be celebrating a milestone this year as the group presents its 10th annual show starting at 11 a.m. The event has the perfect setting on Industrial Park Road, with the stage set up under the shadow of the coal tipple on the western end of Renovo.

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9 W Main Street
Lock Haven, PA
17745

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Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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