n Ashland: The Ashland Area Historic Preservation Society will hold a walk on Memorial Day, May 30, prior to the veterans parade and program. Cost to walk and/or sponsor a walker is $0.10 per block, or $4 for the entire course, which will begin at the society headquarters on Centre Street, head up to May’s Drive-In, wait for the parade and then walk back on Centre Street with the parade to the Mother’s Memorial, where the program will be held. For registration forms or more information, call Jim Klock at 570-875-2632, or Jack Jones at 570-875-1529. Proceeds will benefit the restoration of the Station House at 501 Chestnut St.
n Ashland: Christ’s United Lutheran Church, 437 Airport Road, will host Vacation Bible School from July 24 to 28. The event is called “Cave Quest VBS: Following Jesus, the Light of the World.” Cave Quest is for pre-kindergarten children through age 12 and will go from 6 to 8 p.m. each day. For more information, call 570-875-1591.
n Pine Grove: The Pine Grove Community Ambulance Association’s annual subscription drive is at its halfway point. Rates for 2016 are $25 for an individual and $35 for a family. A 30-day waiting period will be imposed on subscriptions received after the May 31 deadline. Subscription applications are available at local banks for anyone who did not receive one in the mail. Applications must be mailed to the association.
n Pine Grove: The Lazy River Riders’ Kayak Club has an event planned to help people interested in buying a kayak. From 3 to 5:30 p.m. June 5 at the Sweet Arrow Lake County Park boat launching area people will be able to “take the plunge with confidence” by trying a variety of boats. They will be able to sit in them and “give them a paddle on the lake” at aid in choosing the best one for them. Club members will furnish their boats and knowledge to help people make wise purchases. Advance registration is required by calling 570-624-3018.
n Ringtown: The Ringtown Area Library will hold a 40th anniversary “Wine and Food Gala” from 6 to 8 p.m. June 4 at the library, 132 W. Main St. Food will be prepared and provided by local restaurants and culinary artists. Guests will taste a variety of local, national and international wines. Non-alcoholic beverages also will be available for all guests to enjoy. The cost is $40 per person and tickets are available at the library, which is also inviting all interested businesses and individuals to become an event sponsor. Sponsorships will help to defray the costs associated with the fundraiser and ultimately benefit the library’s annual operating costs. For tickets or sponsorship information, visit the library, email ringtownlibrary@epix.net or call 570-889-5503.
n Schuylkill Haven: First United Church of Christ will have a ham and turkey dinner from 4 to 7 p.m. June 18 at its social hall, 110 Route 61 South. The cost is $10 for adults and $5 for children 10 and younger and can be paid at the door. The menu will include ham, turkey, potato filling, pepper cabbage, applesauce, veggies, beverage and strawberry sundae. Takeout will be available as will homemade baked goods. For more information, call 570-385-5979.
n Shenandoah: Knights of Columbus Francis Cardinal Brennan Council 618 is sponsoring a bus trip to Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs on June 19. Pick-up will be at 8:45 a.m. at Divine Mercy Roman Catholic Parish’s St. Stephen Hall, Oak and Main streets, with return time slated for 6 p.m. The cost is $25 with $25 slot refund and $5 food voucher. Payment must be in advance and refunds will not be given. The reservation deadline is June 1. For more information, call Joshua at 570-859-1055 or 570-497-7759.
n Tamaqua: Zion Church, 489 Valley Road, will have a basket raffle from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. June 4. There is no admission fee. Homemade food will be available. For more information, call 570-366-0436.
n Tremont: Tremont Fire Company No. 1 will hold a paint party fundraiser at 2 p.m. June 5 at the firehouse, 21 Middlecreek Road. The cost is $40, which includes art supplies and light refreshments. The deadline for tickets is today. For tickets or more information, call Denise at 570-695-3647.