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today’s news … Thursday, July 26, 2012

  • today’s news and information gleanings from here and there! 

Quote for today… “The simple fact is, the goal for sexual assault in the United States Air Force is not a declining trend. It’s zero.” – Gen. Mark Welsh III, United States Air Force.

  • Just plain hot: ” … Mother Nature will reignite the blast furnace Thursday, with heat and humidity returning, followed by a chance of severe thunderstorms late Thursday evening. The high temperature, in fact, could approach the record for July 26 — 100 degrees, set in 1940.” – Lancaster Intelligencer Journal/New Era (Photo: nicadlr via the LAist Featured Photos pool)
  • Coming in August – The inaugural Lancaster International Piano Festival: “Young aspiring concert pianists, teachers, amateurs, and piano lovers at large – all are invited to participate in this inspiring and informative ten-day program. Lancaster International Piano Festival (LIPF) will provide something for everyone by combining an intensive educational program with an outstanding concert series presented by world-class pianists.”
  • Local pianists will be stationed at all 10 “Keys for the City” pianos located throughout downtown Lancaster from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Saturday July 28. All ages and levels are welcome. Don’t miss this opportunity to have fun and to celebrate music! Click here to view a detailed map of where the teachers will be located. – Lancaster International Piano Festival Website
  • “Amateur radio licensing classes will be held on seven Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. starting Aug. 1 at Moravian Manor, 300 W. Lemon St., Lititz. Amateur radio operators, also called HAMS, communicate with other licensed HAMS using a variety of modes of operation. To become licensed, an individual must pass a 35-question multiple choice test. The entry-level test covers basic electronics theory, radio communications techniques and Federal Communications Commission regulations as they apply to amateur radio. The classes will be led by members of the Southern Pennsylvania Amateur Radio Club. There is no charge for the classes; however, the test is administered by volunteer examiners who may require a fee to cover their expenses. Registration is required by contacting Jackie Holzel at 625-7984 or jackieh@ moravianmanor.org.” – Lancaster Intelligencer Journal/New Era
  • “The Humane League of Lancaster County will hold a low-cost vaccine clinic for cats on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Jackson Hewitt office, 960 Lancaster Ave., Columbia. Cost is $10 per cat. Each cat will receive a distemper and rabies vaccine. Appointments are not needed. ” – Lancaster Intelligencer Journal/New Era
  • “Fourth Fridays in Columbia will offer its monthly self-guided tour of Columbia’s art galleries, participating antique shops, specialty shops, and local eateries on Friday, July 27, from 5 to 9 p.m. and beyond. The event will include exhibits from local and visiting artists, and refreshments will be available. People of all ages are invited to enjoy this free event. Participants may start their tour at the Fourth Fridays Information Stop, which is located within the Susquehanna Center for the Creative Arts, 252 Locust St., Columbia. More information is available at www.fourthfridays.org.” The Merchandiser

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