Photo submitted to Times Observer Members of Cub Scout Pack 14 of Russell competed in the Pinewood Derby on Jan. 27. Picture (front, from left) are: Alex Knowles (Wolves I 3rd place), Alex Seymour (Tigers Best Representation of Theme), Jack Martin (Wolves Most Humorous), William Russell (Wolves II 1st place), Luke Martin (Lions 3rd place), Harrison Horner (Lions 3rd place Overall), Addyson Britt (Scout Sister), Peyton Horner (Lion 2nd place Overall & Cubmasters Choice), Mason Britt (Wolves I 1st place), Liam Wilson (Tigers 2nd place), Carson Britt (Tigers 3rd place). Back, from left: KC Johnson ( Bears 3rd place), Mikey Minzer (Bears 1st place), Aidan Walters (Wolves II 3rd place & Sportsmanship Award), Owen Martin (Webelos 2nd place), Nathan Hanson (Webelos 1st place), Aidon Knowles (Webelos 3rd place Overall & Most Artistic), Adrian Godden (Wolves II 2nd place), Jackson Jones (Tigers 1st place), Huntley LaVigne (Wolves Grand Champion), Andrew Haight (Bears 2nd place), Gavin Haight (Lions 1st place). Not pictured: Talon Kinney ( Lions 2nd place), Max Peterson (Wolves I 2nd place), Diezel Fitzgerald (Webelos Red Lantern Award).

Community dinner

A community dinner  will be held on Wednesday, February 8 at the Youngsville Free Methodist Church. The menu will include pulled pork, scalloped potatoes, corn and dessert. The meal is set to start at 5 p.m.

ReStore

Habitat for Humanity of Warren County’s ReStore is operating from the basement of Second Avenue Exchange, located at 306 Second Avenue in Warren. Habitat will accept donations at that location only on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month from 10am to noon. The next dropoff dates are February 11 and 25. Please do not leave items outside of those hours. Habitat reserves the right to deny any item based on its potential resale value and/or usefulness to the organization. Questions should be directed to info@habitatwarrenpa.org or by leaving a voicemail at (814) 688-8671.

Bridge results

Results of duplicate bridge for Monday at the YMCA were Mary Conarro and Janet Templeton with 45, My Ignatius and Emily Birgel with 43 and Carolyn Lake and Joyce Hill with 41.5.

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At the Allegeny Community Center, Marjorie Polito was first followed by Rosemary Hanson.  Thursday afternoon at the Woman’s Club, Donna Holding and Tana Fegely were first and second.   Thursday evening at the library, Donna Holding placed first and Rosemary Hanson came in second.

AOC events

On Wednesday, Feb. 8, the Allegheny Outdoor Club (AOC) will ski or hike the Summit Area at Allegany State Park. Participants should bring skis/and or hiking boots, water, and a lunch and meet at the Summit Area at 10:00 a.m. For more information call Pat Spicer at (814) 757-8331. On Sunday, Feb. 12, the AOC will hike a section of the Tanbark Trail. Participants will meet at Musante Street at 1:00 p.m. A Boys Scout Troop will hike with us. For more information call Dennis Anderson at (716) 969-9772.

ACA news

The Allegheny Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the winners for the January page of ACA / WCCBI ” Warren County Wonders” for 2018. There were 10 photographers entering the contest and 23 photos were submitted. Katherine Bowley won first place for “Ice Lace at Buckaloons.” Brandi Kophazy placed second for “Conservation District Pond.” Carl Leichtenberger gained third place for “Hawk Taking Flight.” Photos are now being accepted for Feb. and Dec. Photos may be sent until Feb. 25th. See our website for the rules for the contest. We have great beauty in our county. Have fun trying to capture some of our wonders.

Check our website to see the winners for the January page and slideshows of this year’s winning monthly photos and the last two year’s of winning photos. If you would like to have fun learning within that creative side of yourself, check out the classes which are offered at ACA. Explore our winter classes. Time is running out to sign up for some classes at www.allegheny centerforthearts.com.

Library program

A Pigeon, A Knuffle Bunny and Some Pizza: Popular children’s author Mo Willem’s beloved Pigeon, Trixie and Knuffle Bunny characters come to life via the reading of stories, a few short movies, and coloring pages at the Warren Public Library on Saturday, February 18, noon till 1:30 p.m. The audience will also enjoy pizza and a few door prizes. Preregistration is appreciated. Registration form is located next to staff computer in the Children’s Department, or leave a message for Children’s Librarian Susan Slater at 723-4650. This PA Forward program is offered in honor of the Knuffle Bunny play at the Library Theatre the following weekend.