Notes from the Revitalization Meeting…..

The next ROAR meetings will be held the first Monday of each month at 6:00p at the Russell Town Hall.

If you would like to donate, checks can be made out to ROAR PO Box 303 Russell, Pa. 16345

Donations can be made in Honor Of or Memory Of a loved one and can be designated to a specific event, fireworks etc.

Russell 1995 Bicentennial books are available for sale at the Trading Post in downtown Russell as well as the Town Hall on East Street.  A great gift for a donation.

ROAR sponsored the BEST display of Fireworks ever at Larimer Park during Pine Grove Days Celebration 2025, which were paid for entirely by your generous donations.  Your donation can be made to ROAR, PO Box 303, Russell, Pa 16345.  Please designate FOR FIREWORKS on your check.

The Hometown Christmas will be held the end of November 2026 at Larimer Park at 5:00 pm.  There will be the lighting of the Christmas Tree, Santa and Mrs. Claus will be available for the children.  Hot Chocolate and cookies will be served.  There will be hay rides and a bon fire.

Breakfast with Santa will be happening in December 2026 at the Russell Church.  Pancakes and sausage will be served.  Santa will be available.  Cost is donation only.

The new Larimer Park Canoe/Kayak Launch is being used abundantly.  This is its intent.  Please be reminded this Park is also a playground.  Observe the NO Vehicles Beyond This Point sign as it is posted for the safety of all users of the Park.

ROAR
Revitalization of Akeley and Russell

Mission Statement
Work to make and keep downtown Akeley/Russell a unique place through historic preservation, promotion, economic development and enhance the physical, natural and cultural heritage of the community.

OFFICERS

President- Beau Trask

Vice President-Vicki Williams
Secretary- Lisa Rivett
Treasurer- Linda Nelson

Before his untimely death, Pine Grove Township Supervisor Ray Harris initiated an effort to improve the physical appearance of downtown Russell. His overall goal was to make Russell a more attractive and quaint village that would make all Pine Grove Township residents proud. In tribute to Ray’s vision, the effort to improve Russell has continued. A group of concerned Pine Grove residents has met monthly to discuss and learn about community revitalization. Ultimately, we hope to continue revitalize the area.

We are encouraging any Pine Grove Township residents that would like to participate in the revitalization effort and have input into the plan to attend meetings of the revitalization group. The meetings are held the first Monday of each month with the exception of Holidays, at 6:00 PM at the Town Hall. The meetings usually last about an hour.