Caiden Lathrop-Roller, a local teen scheduled to graduate from Port Allegany High School this year, has acquired a love of Patriotic Artwork and a sense of respect for our Nation’s Military. 

Caiden began drawing at the early age of 6, his artwork quickly transformed to be rooted with a Patriotic theme.  This was due, in part to his passion for reading and learning about World War II and admiration for his Uncle Jim Reed who served our Country with the National Guard Infantry…as well as numerous relatives who served in the US Military who also had an impact on his respect for all Veterans.

     Caiden’s latest painting (shown with him in photo), is done in acrylic and features a large Eagle and an American Flag, has been sponsored by Larry’s Sport Center, and will be auctioned at the LEEK Open House on Saturday, June 8^th 2024.  The painting was also a project for his Art Class in High School, it took 2 months of his spare time to complete…for Caiden’s talent, hard work and dedication to the project he was given a perfect score…100%!  Caiden has not made a final decision about his future plans, but his family and friends hope his future includes continuing his love of Art and possibly Military Studies.

     Caiden is hoping to attend the LEEK Open House to show his painting which will be auctioned between 5pm and 8pm on Saturday, June 8^th.  There are many events planned for the weekend at the LEEK Hunting and Mountain Preserve, 494 SR 244 E, Oswayo, PA  16915.  The highlight of the weekend will be the G-Bash and live Auction from 5pm-8pm. 

There is a limit of 400 tickets to be sold-as of press time, there are still tickets available at the following locations:

Larry’s Sport Center, Galeton, PA

Academy Arms & Optics, Shinglehouse, PA

McKean County E-Sales, Smethport, PA

Rich Brandon, Bradford Gun Club

Brent Licht, Re Max, Mechanicsburg. PA

If more convenient, contact Ed Fisher @ (410)322-4610 for tickets or information.

LEEK OPEN HOUSE 2024 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

9-11AM        Registration for Motorcycle Run at Shinglehouse American Legion

                        Ride departs at Noon.

9-11am         Kids Fishing Derby

9am-1pm     Youth Turkey Shoot (with adult)

9am-1pm     AR Golf Shoot

11am             Opening Ceremony

Noon              Maholic Range House Rededication

1-3pm           Corn Hole Tournament

4pm               Drawing for Basket Auction Items

5-8pm           G- Bash and Live Auction

10pm             Fireworks

Live Music, Vendors, Food Trailers and Displays throughout the day!

All Proceeds will benefit LEEK Projects

Sunrise Service Sunday, June 9th at 9 am at LEEK Preserve provided by First Church of God, Eldred, PA

Questions can be answered by e-mail at 278LEEK@gmail.com