Oct 22, 2017 8 min read

Brownsville Area Ministerial Association will host a vacation Bible school Aug. 7- 9 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at St. Mary’s Hall (118 Church Street, Brownsville). Children who have completed third, fourth and fifth grades are welcome. Teens are welcome to be “helpers.” There will be Bible lessons, outdoor activities, music, snacks, arts and crafts. Please contact BAMA with your child’s name, address, phone and grade completed. Submit information to Father Keith Almond one of the following ways: email, almond.keith4388@gmail.com; mail, Father Keith Almond PO Box 83 Hiller, PA 15444; or text, 240-277-5731.

AFSCME Retirees Local 8402 will meet at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 8, for the annual picnic at Napoli Restaurant in Washington.

The Bradford House Museum will host a hands-on history day camp Aug. 7-11. from 9 a.m. to noon daily. Participants will be immersed in 18th-century living through crafts, games, food, lessons and interaction with reenactors, who will provide living history experiences. Campers will be provided with period clothing to wear. The 2023 theme is “Defending the Frontier,” from the perspectives of the militiamen on the march and the women who protected their families and homes in the men’s absence. The program, created and presented by a team of experienced teachers who are now docents at the museum, is designed for students who have completed grades 3, 4 or 5. Register online at bradfordhouse.org/events/hands-on-history-day-camp or on Eventbrite at HandsonHistoryDayCamp.eventbrite.com. The cost is $100 per child. Enrollment slots are limited.

The Mon Valley Paws monthly meeting will be held on Aug. 8 at Italian Club, 112 Seventh St., Monessen, at 6 p.m. The general public is invited. Call 724-493-8305 for more information.

The monthly meeting of the South Hills Coin Club will be held on Aug. 8 at 7:30 p.m. at the Bethel Park municipal building, 5100 West Library Ave. All members and the general public are invited. This month’s program will be on America’s first medals. A 50/50 will be offered, and children’s prizes to be awarded. Applications are now being accepted for membership. For more information, call 724-984-6611.

Avery United Methodist Church, at 1100 Gabby Ave., Washington, will host a flea market in the parking lot on Aug. 12 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Set up is at 7 a.m. Spaces are available. Call 724-914-9456. Bring your own table. Food and drinks will be available, and the event is rain or shine.

Mon Valley Paws will host an ice cream social and bath time on Aug. 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Pet Supplies Plus, 112 Sara Way, Belle Vernon. All dogs bathed will receive $10. Donations accepted. Call 724-493-8305 for more information. 

The First Presbyterian Church of Belle Vernon, located at 501 Fayette St., will hold its annual Peach Festival and car show on Aug. 12 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call 724-929-7616 for more information. 

Mon Valley Paws will host yappy hour on Aug. 14 at the Hilltop Fireman’s Club, 1545 Grand Blvd., Monessen, from 4 to 7 p.m. Leashed and friendly pets welcome. All patrons donating food or supplies will receive a ticket for a prize. Call 724-493-8305 for more information. 

A Specialty Sale will be held at Church of the Atonement,618 Washington Ave., Carnegie, Aug. 18 and 19 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. featuring designer suits, dresses, skirts, size 4, 6, 8, 10; many are petite. Designer and exotic shoes and purses will be available. Many items have never been worn with price tags still attached. For more information, call Joyce at 412-276-0366.

The St. Vincent de Paul-sponsored food bank will be held on Aug. 16 at the St. Mary’s Social Hall (118 Church St., Brownsville) parking lot from 11 a.m. through noon. Volunteers will load The food directly into your car, and participants are asked to remain in their cars. Families must be registered with Fayette County Community Action Agency to receive food. Anyone who is not registered and lives in the Brownville Area must complete the required paperwork before receiving their food, and those who register on the day of the food bank are not guaranteed a box of food at the site and may have to travel to the food distribution warehouse in Republic. Families wishing to sign up on the distribution day must bring photo identification, the date of birth of each person in the household and address verification.

There will be a food bank at Pleasant View Presbyterian Church (533 Royal Road, Smock) on Aug. 19 at 10 a.m.  

An oldies dance will be sponsored by the CTVFC at the Carroll Township Social Center on August 19 from 7-10 p.m. DJ is Ralph Trilli. Beverages and food will be available for purchase. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at the door or for $10 if purchased early. For tickets and more information, email vfdoldiesdance@hotmail.com.

The Rostraver Sportsmen and Conservation Association, located at 539 Cedar Creek Road, Belle Vernon, will hold its monthly meeting on Aug. 21 at 7:30 p.m. All members are encouraged to attend. Applications are now being accepted for membership from both men and women. For more information, call 724-984-6611 or email rostraversportsmen@gmail.com.

Charleroi Area Middle School will hold a sixth-grade and new student orientation in the auditorium on Aug. 21 from 9:45 to 11:45 a.m. Students will be able to familiarize themselves with their new school and classmates. Parents are invited to the beginning portion of the orientation to learn more and ask questions about the upcoming school year. Contact the middle school at 724-483-3600 ext. 3011 with any questions. 

The Carmichaels Area High School National Honor Society will host an American Red Cross Summer Blood Drive on Aug. 22 from 1 to 6 p.m. at the Carmichaels American Legion Post 400 Banquet Hall, 205 E. George Street. Call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit RedCrossBlood.org to schedule an appointment. Streamline your donation experience and save up to 15 minutes by visiting RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass to complete your pre-donation reading and health history questions on the day of your appointment.

The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive Aug. 24 from noon until 5:30 p.m. at the St. Mary’s Social Hall (118 Church Street, Brownsville), is adjacent to the parish office of the Historic Church of St. Peter and St. Cecilia. Appointments can be scheduled at 1-800-733-2767.

The food bank at The First Christian Church (512 Second St., Brownsville) is on Aug. 26 from 9-11 a.m. Please use the lower-level rear door.

The Washington High School Class of 1973 will celebrate its 50th class reunion on Aug. 26 at the Elks in Washington and is searching for the following class members: Mike Preston Amos, Sam Angott, Mark Bales, Diane Barrett, Jerry Bennett, Doris Bridges, Tonita Clutter, Cindy Dyson, Nancy Lee Ellis, Robert Foster, Susan Lee Gibson, Elizabeth McKearney, Debbie Logsdon, Eugene Parise, Patricia Parker, Leon Patchin, Ruth Sayre, Debra Shultz, Jim Staley and Paul White. Please contact Jo Ann Van Briggle at 724-228-7999.

Immaculate Conception High School Class of 1978 is holding its 45-year class reunion on Sept. 9 at Washington Park. Graduates of 1978 and any classmates from the class of 1979 who would like to attend may call or text 850-819-2367 for more information.        

McGuffey High School Class of 1973 is holding its 50-year reunion Sept. 8 and 9 at Lone Pine Country Club. Any classmates who did not receive an invitation and any friends of the class who would like to attend may call or text 724-986-6758 or 724-678-2064. The class is looking for the following classmates: Diana Davis, Mary Jane Horner, Sandy Lee Thompson, Janet Marie Weise, Martha Ruth Miller and John Coulson Stein.

The Peters Township Newcomers and Neighbors Club, a non-profit women’s civics and service organization serving township residents for almost 60 years, invites all women to attend the annual Ladies Night Out at Valley Brook Country Club on Sept. 14 starting at 6:30 p.m. Enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres and dessert, as well as a cash bar. Raffle baskets and a silent auction will be available. This annual event is a great way to meet new friends and get involved in the community. Learn more at ptnc.org/kick-off. Please direct questions to Barb Wehn at ptnc.org.

The Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church Ladies Philoptochos Society is having its annual Autumn Food Fair at Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church’s community center, 123 Gilkeson Road, Mt. Lebanon, on Oct. 4 and 5 from 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. All proceeds benefit the philanthropic efforts of the Ladies Philoptochos Society. A small flea market will also feature books, jewelry and handbags. Greek food favorites of moussaka, pastitsio, spanakopita, tiropita, gyros, homemade soups and an autumn favorite, chicken rolls, will be served. A bake sale will feature rice pudding, Greek pastries, baklava, cakes and cookies. Eat-in or take-out will be available. No phone or online ordering. Cash and credit cards accepted. For further information, visit wholycrosspgh.org