Senior Center

The Panther Valley Senior Center announced the menu for Feb. 17-21.

Monday: Center closed.

Tuesday: Steak Cutlet, Mashed Potatoes, Beets, Pudding or Chicken Caesar Salad.

Wednesday: Chicken Fritters, Broccoli, Carrots, Cookie or Roast Beef Sandwich.

Thursday: Chicken Noodle Soup, Cheeseburger, Red Potatoes, Cantaloupe or BBQ Chicken Sandwich.

Friday: Tortellini, Broccoli, Cauliflower, Fruit Cup or Chicken Ranch Salad.

The senior center also announced the following events:

Valentine’s Party on Feb. 14 at 10:30 a.m.

Center closed on Feb. 17; Guest Bingo and Refreshments with Lincoln Heritage on Feb. 18 at 11 a.m.; Drumming Exercise on Feb. 19 at 11 a.m.; Po-Keeno on Feb. 20 at 11 a.m.; Movie and Popcorn on Feb. 21 at 10 a.m.

Po-Keeno on Feb. 24 at 11 a.m.; Bingo on Feb. 25 at 10:45; Trivia on Feb. 26 at 11 a.m.; Game Day on Feb. 27 at 10:30 a.m.; Pancake Breakfast on Feb. 28 at 10 a.m.

Cards, pool, games available daily from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. New members are welcome.

For more information or to sign up, call the center from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday through Friday at 570-669-9930.

Panther Valley Library

The Panther Valley Public Library will once again offer tax prep assistance for seniors.

If you are 60-plus and qualify for the Rent/Property tax rebate, you can schedule an appointment to receive assistance with preparing the Federal Income Tax form 1040 and the Pa. Tax form. Appointments are required and are available on Feb. 21 and March 28 from 9:15 to 11:45 a.m.

You are asked to put all your tax information (income, interest, etc. plus all three property taxes) in a sealed envelope and drop it off at the library at your appointment time. If you rent, please have your landlord fill out the appropriate paperwork.

If you are new to the program, please provide a copy of your driver’s license or some form of ID. Your return will be mailed to you.

Call the library at 570-645-3780 for an appointment. Library hours are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 to 11:45 a.m., and Thursday evening from 5 to 6:45 p.m.

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