Events & Current Exhibitions
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EXHIBITION
Give Us Your Best Shot: The Susquehanna Shutterbugs
Members' Photography Exhibition
February 5, 2010 - April 24, 2010
Opening reception: First Friday, February 5, 2010; 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
The
Susquehanna Valley Shutterbugs Members' show opens Friday, February
5 with a
reception from 6 – 9 p.m. This exhibition, showcased in the
community room of the museum,
includes photographs in a variety of subjects – people, places,
things, and abstract images.
During the reception, the audience participates by casting votes for
the most popular pieces.
Always a popular event, the wine and cheese reception is free and
open to the public. This
exhibition remains on display through April 24, 2010
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HISTORY COFFEE HOUR
The Fabulous
Fifties
Speaker: Robert
Webster
Thursday, April 8, 2010; 10:00 a.m.
Many memorable events happened in the 1950s. Elvis Presley hit
the scene, the nation
grew and prospered after World War II, girls wore poodle skirts, and
both boys and girls
had ducktail haircuts. Robert Webster, retired East Lycoming
Educator, will talk about the
highs and lows of this memorable decade for the April Coffee Hour.
All History Coffee
Hours are free
and open to the public.
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HISTORY COFFEE HOUR
The Geology of the Marcellus Shale-Gas Play in PA
Speaker: JohnWay, Ph.D.
Thursday, May 13, 2010; 10 a.m.
Dr. Way describes his
presentation as follows: Let’s take an informal, in-depth look at
the
Marcellus as a geologic unit in and around the Commonwealth. We’ll
talk about the geologic
history of this Devonian-age, black shale that for years has been
characterized by geologists
as a “source rock” for natural gas, but which today is currently
being drilled as a “reservoir rock.”
The science will be down-toearth, yet, we’ll not go overboard with “geologise.”
And, for those
who like hands-on experiences, there will even be some samples for
you to poke, taste, and test.
Finally, we’ll do our best to set the record straight and address
many of the myths and misstatements
that proliferate in the popular press. Be assured, there’ll be
plenty of opportunities for questions too!
This sounds like a great opportunity to learn about a most timely
topic. Come join us.
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SOCIETY PROGRAM
The Civil War
Speaker: SFC Michael D. Seitzer
Sunday, May 16, 2010; 2:00 p.m.
The American Civil War was
fought between 1861 and 1865 predominantly by volunteer
Citizen-soldiers. Next to the Revolutionary War, historians have
argued that it was the single
most formative event in our nation’s history.
Through a PowerPoint presentation, SFC Seitzer will
take a look at the history of this war,
what were its causes, what were its ten biggest battles, how did it
permanently alter the United
States, as well as how it affected residents in our region.
His program will include such topics
as the effect of technology on the battlefield, the impact of
industry on the war’s outcome, and
the soldiers’ personal effects, diet and routine. Weaponry,
equipment and accouterments will
also be discussed.
Sergeant Seitzer will relate his presentation to
Lycoming County and will also have a selection
of local Civil War artifacts for the audience to view.
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HISTORY COFFEE HOUR
Speaker: John Hunsinger
Thursday, June 10, 2010; 10 a.m.
Retired educator, John
Hunsinger, talks about composers, musicians, and bands that are
part of Lycoming County musical history. His presentation includes
stories about people who
performed in the county, including Lillie Langtry, Paul Whiteman,
and John Philip Sousa, as
well as information about musicians who were from the region. A
surprising little story about
a professional opera singer who hails from the county adds a touch
of irony to the program.
John’s programs are always lighthearted and good fun, so don’t miss
this one.
John Hunsinger taught at Montoursville High School for
31 years until his retirement in
1989. In addition to giving programs for the Historical Society,
John researched and installed
an exhibition at the museum entitled
Era. He is also a member of the Historical Society’s toy train committee
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