October is magic month, and it is only appropriate that we celebrate by remembering two forgotten Franklin County men, Lester, “Marvelo” Lake and John Calvert from New Trenton! Both men had tremendous influence in the magic and entertainment business. Not only was one a prolific inventor whose tricks and illusions are still used today, but the other was an actor and had the longest-running
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Wednesday October 30, 2013 – Wednesday October 30, 2013 919 Main Street Map and Directions | Register Description: Join our team of local “History Detectives” to help solve the mystery of what your family heirloom or questionable antique is, its age, or its significance in history. Bring your object on Wednesday, October 2nd so our team can photograph the item and discuss it with
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Wednesday October 16, 2013 – Wednesday October 16, 2013 919 Main Street Map and Directions | Register Description: October is magic month and it is only appropriate that we celebrate by remembering two forgotten Franklin County men, Lester Lake and John Calvert. Both men had tremendous influence in the magic entertainment business. Not only was one a prolific inventor whose tricks and illusions are
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Tuesday September 24, 2013 – Tuesday September 24, 2013 200 N. Clay St. Map and Directions | Register Description: Whatever happened to that old flour mill? Bring your old photo albums and other memorabilia and join us for an evening of fun local history at the Laurel Library on Tuesday, September 24th at 6pm. This is a great program for anyone interested in our
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Wednesday August 21, 2013 – Wednesday August 21, 2013 919 Main Street Map and Directions | Register Description: The Tombstone Trail. There is more to tombstones than just names and dates. Learn some of the stories, misfortunes and interesting facts about the lives and final days of those buried in Franklin County cemeteries. This program will give you a new appreciation for what these
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919 Main St.
200 N. Clay St.