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UNIONTOWN - St. George Maronite Catholic Church begins its Heritage Festival with a NIGHT AT THE RACES on Aug 12. Doors open at 6pm; first race begins at 6:30pm; Must be 21. Aug. 13 - Ethnic food, Bake sale, Kids' activities, DJ; Starts at 12pm. 6 Lebanon Terrace. 724.437.5589
WEST NEWTON - W. Newton Public Libary hosting its annual Fall Tea on Sun, Oct 22 at 1pm. Theme: 'A Tea for All Seasons.' Hosted at the LeGrande Rm located on S. 2nd St. For more info, call 724-633-0798.
UNIONTOWN - Community Foundation of Fayette County (CFFC) accepting grant applications for the upcoming grant cycle. Eligible organizations must be non-profit (recognized under Section 501 (c)(3) or equivalent, of the I.R.S. Code), tax-exempt, and located in Fayette County, PA. Requests of up to $5,000 accepted. If organization receives a grant, a grant report is required within 6 months of receiving the award. Deadline to apply is Sept. 1.
POINT MARION - St Hubert Church is holding their Annual Heritage Festival on Sat, Aug 26, 3-10:00pm in the church parking lot. Located at 9 Sadler St. Join us for a day of fellowship, raffles, games, craft store, good food and dancing to the music of The Vibrations.
CONNELLSVILLE - Fayette Co. Cultural Trust through it's Downtown Connellsville initiative hosting Downtown Mum Festival. Sept. 9, 10a-5p. Taking place on Crawford Ave. in Downtown Connellsville. Free kids crafts & entertainment in Lion's Square.
UNIONTOWN - The Idea Fund Grants are for teachers at St. John the Evangelist Regional Catholic School, Geibel Catholic Junior-Senior High School, Laurel Highlands School District and Albert Gallatin School District.Requests of up to $1,500 will be accepted. Funds may not be used for books, magazines or field trips. Requests of up to $1,500 will be considered. Deadline to apply is September 30. Call CFFC at 724-437-8600 for more info.
BROWNSVILLE - Taylor United Methodist Church luncheon and baked goods, Thu., Fri., & Sat., Aug 10, 11 & 12, 9am-4pm. Homemade soup and sandwiches available, coffee and cold drinks. Take-outs available. 724-785-4646.
BROWNSVILLE - Calvin United Presbyterian Church (307 Spring St.) will be holding a Fall Craft Fundraiser on Sun, Sept 24 from 1-3pm. Participants will select one of 2 designs of a lighted glass block decoration with a fall theme. Cost is $35 & includes all materials & hors d'oeuvres, sandwich sliders, & beverages. Tickets may be purchased at the door or in advance by contacting Diane at 724-880-0229.
UNIONTOWN - Local Christian Women's Club August Luncheon, Wed., Aug. 9, 12-1:30pm, Mallard's Landing, Duck Hollow Golf Club, 374 Duck Hollow Rd, Uniontown.Cost $17 inclusive. Ladies may bring your favorite homemade goodies so we can buy each other's baked treats. Not necessary to bring something to attend. Reservations necessary and must be honored.Call Janice, 724-437-6205.
BROWNSVILLE - SWPA Agency on Aging, Inc. Healthy Steps for Older Adults: A Program to Prevent Falls. Tues, Aug. 22, 9:30-2:30pm. Brownsville Senior Center. 302 Shaffner Ave. For more info or to register, call Patti at 724-228-7080 or 1-888-300-2704, Ext. 4430. Space is limited, registration required.
UNIONTOWN - Yeagley Reunion. Sun, Aug. 20, 1pm. Evans Manor Church Pavillian. Chicken & place setting provided.
WEST NEWTON - The W. Newton Library is accepting donations of gently used books & DVDs. To arrange for drop offs, contact Sandy at 724-633-0798.
SOUTHWEST, PA - Are you or a family member turning 65 within the next year? Don't miss the upcoming Medicare 101 workshop! Free & presented by the Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging, Inc. APPRISE program, in cooperation with SPHS, is being offered to SPHS employees, their families & the public. Aug. 8: 108 N. Beeson Ave. Uniontown; Aug. 22: First United Methodist Church 112 N. Richhill St. Waynesburg; Sept 19: 300 Chamber Plaza, SPHS Board Rm Charleroi. All begin at 5:15pm. Cal…
LIGONIER - Diamond Productions holding open casting call for Disney's Beauty and the Beast Jr. Come prepared to sing and do a cold reading. Must be available for all rehearsals and show dates (Sept. 15, 16, 17, 22, 23 and 24.) Questions contact diamondtheatre@hotmail.com
FAYETTE CO. - Luncheon, Commemorating 50 years of service to Fayette Co. Thurs, Sept. 14 at 11:30am at Anthony's Lakeside Party Center, McClellandtown. We will celebrate our successes & look towards a future where our community grows stronger. $60/person; $100/table of 10. Sponsorships available. For more info & to RSVP please visit our website at wwww.fccaa.org or contact Kelley Forrestel, kforrestel@fccaa. org; 724-430-6406.
UNIONTOWN - Spaghetti Dinner. Fri, Aug. 18th, 11am-6pm at American Legion Post 51. $8/adults. $5/kids. Benefits Fayette Friends of Animals. Can purchase tickets in advance or at the door. Take outs available. Lunch time delivery available for local businesses. Call 724-366-5160 for tickets.
SCOTTDALE - Hearts and Hands Quilt Guild meeting, 7pm, Thu., Aug. 10 at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 600 Mulberry Street, Scottdale. New members welcome.For more info call724-887-4682.
MENALLEN TWP. - Fayette County Historical Society annual picnic/meeting, Sun., Aug. 6, 2pm, Abel Colley Tavern and Museum, Route 40, Menallen Twp.Members and guests welcome.Members asked to bring a covered dish.Societywill provide beverages.
UNIONTOWN - On Mon, Aug 14 at 6pm, the Children's Room at the Uniontown Public Library will host Once Upon a Fairy Tale. This will be pajama-time event, so children should wear PJs & bring a blanket & a pillow if they like. We will be showing the PBSKids program Super Why! followed by a display of new PBSKids videos.
MONONGAHELA - Orthopedic surgeon Kenneth Molinero Jr., D.O., hosts a free talk about causes & treatment of hand numbness, Tue., Aug. 8, in the Anthony M. Lombardi Education Conference Center at Monongahela Valley Hospital. Covers symptoms of hand and nerve issues, carpal tunnel, cubital tunnel, and various treatment options. Session includes light refreshments and free parking. To register, visit monvalleyhospital.com or call 724-258-1333.
UNIONTOWN - St. Mary's Golden Club meeting, Aug. 14, 1pm, Flamingo Restaurant. Reservations can be made by calling Betty at 724-437-4688 or Martha at 724-437-4656 by August 8th. Menu choices are veal parmigiana, talapia, stuffed pork chop or stuffed chicken breast. Cost is $21. New members welcome but must have a reservation.
BROWNSVILLE - Crosskeys breakfast cafe on the porch is serving breakfast every Monday and Wednesday from 8am until 11:30am. Not open on holidays. Anyone is welcome. Reservations for groups only.
UNIONTOWN - The Uniontown Sons of Italy will be featuring their Pasta Dinners on the first Wed. of every month (next date: Aug. 2) at their Lodge on Rte 119 N. of Uniontown from 3:30-7pm. Menu: spaghetti, gnocchi, ravioli & linguini with red or white clam sauce. Includes salad & bread. Quarts of sauce may be purchased. Dinners are 'eat-in or take-out.' Orders can be called ahead at 724-439-2290.
HOPWOOD AMVETS - An evening of comedy, mystery, dinner and dancing on August 25. We are proud to present Montana Marie Gets Gunned Down at Three. Doors will open at 5pm and cocktails at 5:30pm. The show will be at 6. Tickets are $40 per person. For tickets call 724-439-6151 or 724-439-5980
HOPWOOD - The Catholic War Veterans of Post 1669 picnic plans will be held Tues, Aug 8 at 12:30pm at the Post home at 1152 National Pike. Members & guests welcome. Covered dish is planned. Members asked to bring a game gift for bingo. Reservations must be made by calling 724-437-5287 or 724-437-7434.