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Legos bond young and old in Nesquehoning

Legos, the plastic, interlocking building blocks that have been a popular craft for generations, remains a common bond for all age groups as evidenced Sunday at Maple Shade Meadows personal care home in Nesquehoning.

The second annual Legofest was held with youngsters bringing their Lego creations to the facility.

Built by the creative youngsters from Lego blocks and put on display were race cars, houses, humans, carnival rides and even a replica of the International Space Station.

Felicia Porambo, activities director at Maple Shade Meadows, said about 15 youngsters participated.

Seniors milled with the young artisans and shared stories of how they played with Legos when they were younger and how they changed over the years but remain a popular pastime. The children relayed details such as the amount of time they spent building their specific projects.

Noah Robson, 8, of Nesquehoning, had several colorful Lego vehicles, including a motorcycle and racing cars.

The Space Station was built by Jackson Nothstein, 9, of Coaldale. The fourth grader said it took him about 2½ hours to complete. He said he’s been a Lego builder for about four years.

“I’m very pleased with the turnout,” Porambo said. “Every display was very nice. The participants worked very hard on their projects and we enjoyed seeing them.”

Above: Felicia Porambo, left, activities director at Maple Shade Meadows personal care home in Nesquehoning, stands next to Lego creations made by Lucy Porambo, 9, and Sage Kopp, 11, of Lansford, during Legofest held at the facility on Sunday. RON GOWER/SPECIAL TO THE TIMES NEWS
Left: Jackson Nothstein, 9, of Coaldale, has an assortment of Lego creations on display, including the International Space Station at the end of the table, during Legofest held Sunday at Maple Shade Meadows in Nesquehoning.
Noah Robson, 8, of Nesquehoning, has an assortment of Lego projects displayed at Legofest Sunday at Maple Shade Meadows in Nesquehoning.