MAHS presenter to discuss powwowing in the PA German tradition – Announcements.
Dr. Yvonne J. Milspaw, senior professor of English and Humanities at Harrisburg Area Community College, will discuss “Charms and Powwowing in the Pennsylvania German Tradition,” during the Millersville Area Historical Society (MAHS) meeting at 9 a.m. Saturday, February 8, in the Millersville Municipal Center, 100 Municipal Drive… more.
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