SHAMOKIN - A chance to beautify the community and honor Mom on Mother's Day will also raise money for a summer fireworks display.
Citizens for a Better Community (CBC) will hold its annual flower sale from Saturday through May 12 in the garage across the street from The News-Item, 707 N. Rock St.
Assorted varieties and colors of hanging baskets and potted plants are available in limited supply.
Hanging baskets are $15, potted plants are $3.50.
Proceeds will help pay for this year's 25-minute display scheduled for 9:40 p.m. Saturday, July 7, over the city.
Other events set for July 7 include a car show on Independence Street, vendors and musical performances. Vendor spots are available for free by calling Lisa Wengrenovich at 648-7019.
Flowers will be sold from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sunday and May 12, and from 4 to 6 p.m. from Monday through May 11.