‘Dining with Diabetes’ to be offered

UNIVERSITY PARK — To help individuals build a strong base for managing diabetes and improving health, Penn State Extension will offer a “Dining with Diabetes” course starting Jan. 7, 2026. The course includes four weekly classes, a three-month follow up and a live cooking demonstration.

The classes will be Jan. 7, 14, 21, and 28 from noon to 1:30 p.m. online. A follow-up class will occur on April 22, 2026.

The course is aimed at adults with Type 2 diabetes or prediabetes or who are at risk of developing diabetes, caregivers and families, and anyone who wants to learn more about managing Type 2 diabetes.

The program will cover how to:

— Make healthy food choices.

— Plan meals and count carbohydrates.

— Set goals and track progress.

— Make daily physical activity choices.

— Read food labels.

— Eat wisely while dining out.

All participants receive the “Dining with Diabetes” cookbook, health and nutrition fact sheets and meal planning tools.

To learn more and enroll by Jan. 5, visit the Extension website or call (877) 345-0691.

‘Liberty bell’ unveiling slated for Friday

PHILIPSBURG — The unveiling and dedication for the liberty bell in Philipsburg will be held at 1:45 p.m. Friday at the corner of Presqueisle and Front Streets, 12 N. Front Street.

The event commemorates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 2026. Accordingly, the America 250 PA Commission has set a goal of presenting a replica of the Liberty Bell in every one of Pennsylvania’s 67 Counties.

The Pennsylvania Commission for the United States Semiquincentennial was established by the state legislature and the governor in 2018 to plan, encourage, develop, and coordinate the commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States, Pennsylvania’s integral role in that event, and the impact of its people on the nation’s past, present, and future.

Bells Across PA has given artists across the Commonwealth the opportunity to decorate a three-foot fiberglass bell to commemorate the upcoming Semiquincentennial. Each bell will be a unique, original piece.

The Philipsburg Historical Foundation is sponsoring the Philipsburg Liberty Bell. Local artist, Pamela Etters, designed the artwork of Philipsburg’s bell which depicts Philipsburg’s rich history.