Afterschool Programs Shine Bright at Local Celebration

If you happen to stroll past the Ponchatoula Community Center on the evening of October 23, don’t be surprised if you see more excitement than usual radiating from its doors. Between the laughter, the buzz of conversation, and maybe even the sound of imaginary rocket engines, the place will be glowing for the annual “Lights On Afterschool” celebration — a nationwide event honoring the joy, curiosi…