As spring weather finds its groove, the urge to lighten things up outfitting-wise is hard to resist. Heavy boots give way to delicate flats, sweaters to breezy tops, and dark-wash denim shifts into shades of white. The truth is white jeans (in all their variations) work year-round. They feel crisp and chic in winter and
Author of The Indigo Scarf and founder of the Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia (WCONA) to lead featured discussion Lycoming Arts will present the Storytellers Book Fair on Friday, May 15, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Pennington Lounge at Lycoming College, bringing together local and regional creatives for an evening of connection, conversation, and
And just like that, everything fell into your lap. That’s what happens sometimes, you know. A situation’s fine, everything’s working out when suddenly, it’s all your responsibility, your problem. It’s on you now but maybe, as in the new book, “After My Brother Sam” by James Lincoln Collier, someone else will ultimately pay for that
ARIES – Mar 21-Apr 20 Aries, your energy is at an all-time high. If you’ve been sitting on a wild idea, Tuesday is the day to pitch it to someone. Your charisma is your superpower right now. TAURUS – Apr 21-May 21 Expect a spotlight moment, Taurus. Whether it is a compliment from a stranger
Here at “Weird Words,” we’re awash in oddball vocab from To Kill a Mockingbird — which my lit. class is finishing at the CHEF home-school co-op in Montoursville. Last week, using the order in which they appear in the book, we started with chattel, flivver, beadle, scuppernong and hoodoo — some of these being tied
It has been, and will continue to be, an extraordinary year. Extraordinary is defined by Webster as beyond what is usual, regular, or customary. I could write about events in wars and politics and such, but doing so would just create angst and division. Instead, I’ll write about two extraordinary events that reveal God’s glory
It’s customary to give Mom a gift on Mother’s Day. But what to do when Mom already has all she needs and wants? Experiential gifts can make for thoughtful alternatives to more traditional gifts. According to GetYourGuide, 92 percent of Americans want experiential gifts over material items, marking a sharp increase from 62 percent in
Many mothers will attest that few things are better than a little rest and pampering on Mother’s Day. And when it comes to gifts, homemade items are among the most heartfelt. Although schools and day care centers may take the lead and guide children through Mother’s Day crafts, parents and caregivers looking to encourage kids
With the wedding season upon us, we tackled part 1 of wedding etiquette last week. We’ll wrap things up here in part 2 for day-of and post-wedding protocol. Let’s dive back in! Beyond the guest list, you’ll also want to consider your wedding party; if you’re asking friends, family, or a mix of both. No
Welcoming a new cat into the family is a milestone that can be exciting for adults and children alike. But relocating to a new abode can trigger a sensory overload for a new feline friend. Companion animals thrive on routine and can be territorial creatures. Therefore, moving them can be akin to a person navigating
