Middle Smithfield Township, together with its Historical Commission, is proud to host the 19th Annual Memory Makers Luncheon on Saturday, August 9, 2025 at 12:00 PM, at the Middle Smithfield Township Community & Cultural Center. This beloved annual tradition honors the township’s long-time and lifetime residents while preserving and celebrating local history.
The Memory Makers Luncheon is FREE and open to residents who meet either of the following criteria:
- Have lived in Middle Smithfield Township for 30 years or more,
- Or are 60 years of age or older and have lived in the township for at least 20 years.
(Residents who don't meet the above criteria but would still like to attend can be added to a waitlist)
Seats are limited to the first 90 RSVPs. To reserve your spot, please contact Holly Dennis at 570-223-8920 x132 by August 1st.
More Details:
The 2025 luncheon theme is America250, commemorating the upcoming 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. As the nation prepares for this historic milestone, Middle Smithfield Township is embracing the opportunity to connect national history to local stories. Residents are invited to share their memories, artifacts, and experiences that reflect their part in the American story—right here in the Poconos.
Danny Younger, local historian and longtime Middle Smithfield resident, will give a presentation on the township’s early days, including the significance of Fort Hyndshaw, constructed in 1756 during the French and Indian War. His talk will highlight how the community's history reflects the broader American journey.
