Judges Barb Getty and Dave Berkstresser
by Marianne Christy
The contestants of the Old Forge Library’s annual Sweetheart Dessert Contest on February 9 did not make it easy for judges Barbara Getty, Dave Berkstresser and myself to determine the winners.
Entries were judged in the Youth, Adult and Masters categories…unfortunately there were no teen entries. Continue reading
by Marianne Christy
Barb Getty is an energetic and enthusiastic lady who’s pretty nutty about her family, the great outdoors, physical activities, books, cooking and baking.
Currently she is excited to be invited to judge the Old Forge Library’s annual Sweetheart Dessert Contest on Tuesday, February 9, along with Dave Berkstresser and myself.
It’s something she said she has always wanted to do. Continue reading
Final Crangle family Christmas portrait 1983
by Marianne Christy
Every once in a while I am surprised by an editorial by Jay that was not placed on a page prior to me throwing in the towel on production night.
Most currently it was his Thanksgiving piece inviting readers to send acknowledgements of appreciation to those who have made a difference in their lives to include in a Holiday Personals section of the paper. Continue reading
by Marianne Christy
The past couple weeks, the seniors participating in the SHARP program have been sharing their fond Christmas memories during their Wednesday gatherings.
Their memories are reflective of the simpler times in which they were raised; most of them, not surprisingly, are related to food. Continue reading