Community Calendar

5/17-18: Annual Sheep and Fiber Fest Held in downtown Waynesburg. This event focuses on the historical significance of sheep farming in Greene County. Artisans, sheep-herding demonstrations, and plenty of family entertainment and good food. FMI, contact Carol Adamson at 724-451-8406 or Connie Bird (Waynesburg Prosperous & Beautiful Office) at 724-627-8111. www.sheepandfiber.com.

Come Walk in support of “LIFE." Together we’ll be ~HIS hands, HIS feet, THEIR VOICE! The Pregnancy Resource Center of the South Hills is hosting its 18th Annual Walk-a-thon, Saturday, May 17th at 10am in South Park. Now is the time to register and begin getting your sponsors! Can’t make it on May 17th? Simply walk the 2 miles on your own and mail-in the Pledge Form(s). Pledge forms are available online or by calling the PRC at 412-833-7445. Thank you for your faithful support!

Spring Garden Market: Saturday, May 17th from 9 am-4 pm at The Succop Conservancy, 185 West Airport Rd., Butler. Shop garden vendors and crafters, the Master Gardener plant sale and silent auction. Enjoy great food, the Conservancy grounds and tour the Marcraig House. Listen to a free talk on bees at 11 am, butterflies at noon and birds at 1 pm. Free admission and parking. For information call 724-287-4761 or visit http://butler.extension.psu.edu/mg

Angelman syndrome is a largely unknown neurogenetic disorder, even though it affects 1 in 15,000. It is often misdiagnosed as autism or cerebral palsy, and many thousands are still awaiting correct diagnosis. The Angelman Syndrome Foundation National Walk-A-Thon will be held on Saturday, May 17 in Pittsburgh. THE WALK WILL BEGIN AND END IN NORTH PARK AT THE BOAT HOUSE and will raise awareness and funds to further education, general support and research. Registration is now open. For more information on how to participate, please call the Angelman Syndrome Foundation at 1-800-432-6435 or visit their website at www.angelman.org

Sewickley Curb Crawl
May 17th
9:00am-2:00pm
Community wide yard sale to benefit Child Health Association of Sewickley.
$5 donation buys a map that details all participating locations/homes. Purchase at gazebo in the sewickley village on day of sale. Something for everyone!

Claysville’s National Pike Festival a/k/a Claysville’s National Road Festival or Pike Days
Saturday, May 17, from 10 AM – 8 PM
Sunday, May 18 from Noon – 6 PM
Claysville is located on I-70 between Washington, PA and Wheeling, WV. Festival includes live entertainment by Joe Zelek and The Four Townsmen, classic car show, horse-drawn wagon rides, great food, crafts, and children’s activities including face painting, moon bounce, and more. For more information and a full schedule of events, please visit www.claysvillepa.com or contact 724-663-3667.

STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL - SATURDAY MAY 17, 4:30-6:30pm at AMITY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 400 Euclid Ave, Dravosburg, PA. Sandwich, chips, baked beans, macaroni salad, beverage & Strawberry Shortcake with Ice Cream. Adults $6. Children (10&under) $3. (Take out available) Sponsored by the Amity Mariners to support our church ministries.

May 17: Pennsylvania Coal Series at Jennings Environmental Education Center
Explore the history and impact of coal and coal extraction. Course includes hands-on activities, field trips, artifacts and presentations by local experts. Upon successful completion of the course, a stipend of $80 is awarded with 1 credit, along with a variety of books and materials. 8 AM-4 PM. Fee/$130. 724-794-6011. www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/parks/jennings.aspx

A team of faculty & staff from the Baldwin-Whitehall School District will play the Pittsburgh Steelers Footballers Basketball team at the Baldwin High School Gym at 8pm on Saturday, May 17th. The game is presented by the Paynter Elementary PTA and will benefit valuable programs which the PTA funds as well as providing a venue for the other PTAs and PTSAs of the district to raise funds too.

CRAFT SHOW/ FLEA MARKET - SATURDAY MAY 17, from 9:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M. at PARK BAPTIST CHURCH, 749 CENTER ST., VERSAILLES BORO. FOOD AND BAKE SALE. EVERYONE WELCOME.

It’s a full moon and the Philharmonic is feeling starry-eyed! Join the Pittsburgh Philharmonic and Music Director Roger Tabler on Saturday, May 17, at 7 p.m. at North Hills Junior High School Auditorium for An Evening with the Stars: Science and Symphony. Narration and a multimedia show featuring local astrophotography will provide the backdrop to selections from Holst’s The Planets, Mozart’s Symphony #41 Jupiter, selections from Star Wars and more! Plus you’ll be wowed by a “rising musical star” as we showcase our 2008 Concerto Competition winner. Advance tickets are $12 for adults ($15 at the door), $8 for seniors ($10 at the door) and $5 for students. Children 12 and under are admitted free. To order, call the ProArts box office at 412-394-3353 or visit www.proartstickets.org. Additional service charges will be applied at time of purchase when calling the box office. Group rates available by calling 412-818-7262. To learn more about the orchestra, visit our web site at www.pittsburghphilharmonic.org.

GFWC Grove City Woman’s Club Garden Mart in the Park. Saturday, May 17th from 9-3 at Grove City Memorial Park. This is the 5th year. Plants, food, crafts, art, business displays, and children’s activities on this year’s theme “night creatures." Information provided by Naturalist Jan Kellar from Goddard State Park.

FREE skin cancer screenings performed by Board Certified Dermatologists. Saturday, May 17th between 7am-12pm. Please contact our office for an appointment at (412) 429-2570 opt #2. APPOINTMENTS ONLY. We are located at: Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery Center, 100 N. Wren Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15243

5/18 - Flashlight Drag Racing ~ Greene County Airport, Waynesburg. Racing is open to anyone who complies with the racing rules and regulations. All vehicles must be street legal. Rules are as follows…
DOT tires are required (No slicks)
Current valid state registration - Required
Proof of auto insurance - Required
Valid drivers license - Required
No passengers allowed in vehicle when it is being raced.
Safety belts must be worn at all times.
Convertibles - tops must be up or a helmet must be worn.
Vehicles must be driven to the racing venue - No Trailers.
Burn outs are permitted in designated areas only.
Drivers must wear wristband on left wrist.
An Altered Gas Performance Events waiver must be signed prior to racing.
Drivers must attend the drivers’ meeting prior to the start of each event.
Gates open at noon. Racing begins at 2 p.m.
The format is simple! It costs $25 to race $5 to come out and watch. Kids under 12 are free. Contact the Greene County Department of Recreation for further information at 724-852-5323.

Monroeville Historical Society Presents ANTIQUES APPRAISAL AND PROGRAM
SUNDAY, MAY 18 - McGINLEY HOUSE
It’s time to clean out your attic and see what all of those treasures are worth! Join Professional Appraiser Jeff Poole at the Monroeville Historical Society’s Antiques Appraisal and Program for an interesting and rewarding afternoon.
1:00 – 1:30 Discussion & Demonstration
Items used by women during Civil War Era.
1:30 – 4:00 Appraisal - Cost: $5 for one item, $3 for each additional item. If an item is too large, bring several good photos. Old train appraisal and information available. The historical houses are handicapped accessible and there is free parking. There is no admission charge. Come to the appraisal and then tour the historical houses. For more information call 412-245-1527 or email marylou.span@gmail.com

Char Val Singers 55th Annual Spring Concert "A Feast for the Ears" Sunday, May 18th @ 3:00 p.m. Our Redeemer Lutheran Church 106 Gateshead Dr., McMurray Info: 412-833-7466

Choral Evensong followed by an Organ & Oboe Recital
Performed by: Calvary Episcopal Church Choir
Sunday, May 18, 5 p.m.
Calvary Episcopal Church
315 Shady Avenue (at Walnut St.)
Shadyside
412-661-0120
Evensong includes: music by Herbert Howells and J.S. Bach
(note: Admission Free; freewill offering accepted)

Primp your pooch and lace up your sneakers! Get ready to join Animal Friends for the Mutt Strut and Mighty Mutts Dog Show on Sunday, May 18 at 9 am at the Riverfront Park on Pittsburgh's North Shore. Stretch your legs with a 1.5-mile Pooch Promenade led by our hosts Cris Winter from WISH 99.7 and Steeler Brett Kiesel. Then, shop at our Vendor Village, make a love connection at our Meet Your Match adoption area, say "Cheese!" at the Pup-parazzi photo booth, or try your dog's paw at the main event, the Mighty Mutts Dog Show. Does your dog have what it takes to win "Best in Show" at our first-ever Mutt Strut Mighty Mutts Dog Show? This amateur dog show gives all breeds, both mixed and pure, the opportunity to strut their stuff in front of a panel of celebrity judges. Animal lovers of all ages are invited. Register now at www.ThinkingOutsideTheCage.org. Walkers age 16 and up can register for $15; kids 15 and under are free. Add $5 to enter a category in the dog show. All proceeds benefit Animal Friends’ homeless residents.

Fun Match at Village Green - Sunday May 18th, Featuring Obedience, Agility, Rally for Dogs.
Obedience: Gated Rings for all classes.
Rally: Nested courses for various skill Levels.
Agility: Come give our nested JWW course a try.
Registration 9 am
Run-throughs: 9:30am to 12:30pm
Fees Per Dog Pre-Registration $5 first run, $3 additional runs
Day of Match $6 first run, $4 additional runs
Visit www.keystonecanine.com for registration information

May 18: 15th Annual Chef Tasting Party and Auction. Benefits Community Care Connections, Inc. The Mansion, 141 Mansion Lane, Butler. 4-7 PM. Silent auction and great food. $40/person. Limited tickets available. 724-283-3198 or 724-283-0005 or www.communitycareconnect.org

Carl Baltzer Memorial Car Cruise III - Sunday, May 18 at The Sewickley Pizza Roma, 426 Beaver St. Sewickley, PA. The car cruise is held to benefit the Ricky Manko Juvenile Diabetic Foundation at Pittsburgh Children's Hospital. In addition to the car cruise, there will be food, a D.J. and live music, an auction, and activities for children. Contact: Linda Brittner 412-862-0954.

15th Year Chef Tasting Party & Auction; May 18; 4-7 p.m.; The Mansion, 141 Mansion Lane, Butler. Community Care Connection Fundraiser. Tickets: 724-283-3198. Info: www.communitycareconnect.org

WIZARD ROCK CONCERT @ MONROEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY!
Program Room
4000 Gateway Campus Blvd.
Monroeville, PA 15146
FREE ADMISSION
Join Lena from The Butterbeer Experience and Lauren from The Moaning Myrtles as they come to Monroeville Public Library on Monday, May 19 at 6 pm, as part of their Accio Bodyguard Tour! Admission is free and the concert is open to teens, adults, and families of all ages. Feel free to come in costume. No ticket or registration is required. Wizard Rock is a musical genre, which features songs inspired by J.K. Rowling's popular Harry Potter series. The style of music varies from band to band (and even from song to song), but all the songs are written about characters, events, and themes from the Harry Potter books themselves. It's become popular for the bands to perform at libraries, as many of the bands are promoting not only Rowling's Harry Potter series but also literacy in general.
412-372-0500
www.monroevillelibrary.org

Santosha Yoga Center will be holding its second annual Memorial Week Troop Benefit & Auction, May 19th – 24th at its Gibsonia studio. All proceeds from this event will benefit the Yellow Ribbon Girls; a group which provides over 100 care packages each month to members of the armed forces proudly serving throughout the world. Santosha Yoga Center, located at 4005 Vista Vue Drive in Gibsonia, is currently seeking ad booklet sponsors and auction items for their event. Any donations would significantly add to their fundraising efforts and all proceeds from this event will benefit the Yellow Ribbon Girls and help them to continue to provide this much needed service for our troops. Auction items will be available for bid all week during regularly scheduled classes. Additionally, Santosha Yoga Center will be accepting monetary and supply donations to further assist the Yellow Ribbon Girls in their efforts. If you or someone you know is interested in sponsorship, donating or participating in this event, please contact Matthew Imhof, Event Chair at 724-449-9642 or email yoga@santoshayogapa.com
Web site - www.yellowribbongirls.com

WTAE-TV Showcase Career Expo Tuesday, May 20th from 1PM - 5PM. The Mall at Robinson

Need a job? A better job? Find your new job on Tuesday May 20th from 1PM to 5PM at the WTAE-TV Showcase Career Expo, at the Mall at Robinson. In a friendly, relaxed atmosphere, meet recruiters from many different industries, hiring for all different experience levels – entry level to managerial. Dress professionally and bring plenty of resumes because recruiters from dozens of Pittsburgh’s best companies will be there to hire you! Meet with companies like Verizon Wireless, ESPN Radio, Dollar Bank, ALDI Foods, Red Square Systems, Applebee’s, Coventry Health Care, The Academy System and more! Go to http://innorecruit.com/Get_a_job.html for more details on the event, and to see a full list of companies. Shop for your new job at the WTAE-TV Showcase Career Expo, Tuesday May 20th at the Mall at Robinson from 1PM to 5PM.

International Baccalaureate 6-12 Tuesday, May 20, 2008. 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm. Regional Enterprise Tower, Downtown Pittsburgh. 425 Sixth Avenue, 31st floor. Learn about Pittsburgh Public Schools evolving plans for a 6-12 IB school. Hear how community input has already been incorporated into the plans for this school and offer more ideas on how to make the school a success for students. Dinner and childcare (for children over 1) will be provided to registrants. A+ Schools will validate parking tickets to the Mellon Square Garage. To register, sign up online at www.aplusschools.org/excel_reg.html or by calling 412-258-2660 ext. 101.

ARDARA CHURCH STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL Tuesday, May 20th 4-7:00 p.m. NEHRIG HILL ROAD ARDARA Menu: ·Roast Beef Sandwich ·Hot Dog w/ or wo/ Sauerkraut ·Potato Salad ·Macaroni & Cheese ·Cole Slaw ·Baked Beans ·Cake and Ice Cream ·Strawberries ·Kool-Aid, Coffee, Tea, Soda

Local residents interested in securing jobs with the up-and-coming casino industry are invited to attend a free seminar, “So You Think You Want To Work in a Casino?” to learn about the employment process. 6 to 9 p.m. May 20 at Warrington Community Center - South Pittsburgh, 329 E. Warrington Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15210. PITG Gaming, which is building the Majestic Star Casino on the North Shore, has promised hiring preferences to residents of the North Side and other low-income communities throughout the region. The Northside Leadership Conference, assisted by the Community College of Allegheny County, is coordinating workforce development services. The session will cover: types of jobs available, qualifications, state work credentials, background checks and resources to help individuals overcome potential barriers to employment. No job applications will be accepted. The casino is scheduled to open in May 2009, and future jobseekers are encouraged to begin preparing now to meet requirements. For more information, email: casinocareers@pittsburghnorthside.com or call 412.330.2551.

Westmoreland County Health and Safety Fair - May 22, from 3 PM-7 PM At the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg Chambers Hall. Sponsored by Westmoreland County MH/MR Program in support of individuals with developmental disabilities. There will be health and safety information, raffles, and food.

New Parent Support Group for children with Epilepsy Come and meet parents who are experiencing the same health, education and social issues that you and your child are. The group will meet at Panera Bread in Butler from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. The first meeting will be on May 22nd. We will be meeting the 4th Thursday of every month. For more information or to RSVP please contact Patti: 412-322-5880 - pmcvey@efwp.org.

May 23: "Charlotte's Web" at Slippery Rock University. TheatreWorks USA's production is based on E.B. White's loving story of the friendship between a pig named Wilbur and a little gray spider named Charlotte. This treasured tale, featuring mad-cap and endearing farm animals, explores bravery, selfless love and the true meaning of friendship. 7 PM. All ages/$8. 724-738-2091 or www.sru.edu

May 23: Homebrewing 101 at Porter House Brew Shop. Our local expert will provide you with the knowledge to create your own craft brew today. Come learn about home brewing in a fun, hands-on environment and sample some home-brewed favorites. Class sizes are limited. 7 PM. 724-368-9771.

The Geibel Catholic Hockey Alumni vs. Seniors Game originally scheduled for May 9 has been rescheduled for May 23 at 7 p.m. at Hot Shots Indoor Sports Arena in Mount Pleasant. Game proceeds will benefit The Mario Lemieux Foundation. The event will include raffles of Pittsburgh Penguins memorabilia, prize drawings, and on rink activities between periods. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. Admission is $5. Children under 10 will be admitted free. For more information, contact Geibel Catholic High School at 724-628-5090.

May 23-26: Outdoor Extravaganza. Butler Outdoor Club offers a weekend full of hiking, biking, canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing, sailing, caving, pontoon boating, fun workshops and more. Includes flea market, gear exchange and evening entertainment. Camping and food is optional. Base Camp is Breakneck Campground. 724-526-5407 or www.butleroutdoorclub.com

Care & Share Shop
Fri. May 23rd
Noon - 2pm
Ford Memorial United Methodist Church
1024 4th Ave. Ford CIty
724-763-1540
HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE

The St. Elijah Serbian Orthodox Church Choir will present on behalf of the Serbian Singing Federation, a Serbian Choral Concert to be held on May 24 and May 25 at the St. Elijah Serbian Center, 2200 Main Street, Aliquippa. The festivities begin with a Welcome Dance on Friday, May 23, beginning at 7:30 to the music of Mel Evanovich and the Balkan Serenaders. On May 24 the choral concert begins at 3:00 p.m. followed by dancing to Randy Lugares & Sudbina and Radost; admission is $15. On May 25 the choral concert begins at 2:00 p.m. followed by dancing to Junaci Orchestra; admission is $10. The concert will include appearances by choirs from cities throughout the United States and Canada. Ethnic meals will also be available throughout the weekend. For more information call 724-375-9894

To whom it may concern: Will you please put this in your upcoming events our 8th Annual F.F.C.C. Memorial Day Bazaar it will be on Sat. 24th from 8 till 3 at 369 Helen School Rd. Acme, Pa 15610. It is an annual event that benefits our roof fund. We are a non-denominational church. There will be lots of good food for sale as well as flea market items raffles and a bake sale. Contact no. 724-593-6910 or 724-593-9181.

STEEL CITY WRESTLEFEST
SATURDAY MAY 24
BENEFITS THE CYSTIC FIBROSIS FOUNDATION
ROSTRAVER ICE GARDENS
Gallatin Rd. & Route 51
Belle Vernon, PA 15012
PRE-SHOW: 5 PM
BELLTIME: 7:30 PM
Ringside Reserved Tickets: $25
General Admission Tickets: $20
Kids Under 10 General Admission: $10
www.steelcitywrestlefest.vze.com
KURT ANGLE returns home to face B-94 morning man BUBBA THE BULLDOG with his cornermen Jimmy Vega$ and Kurt's brother, Eric Angle!
If Kurt Angle wasn't enough Pittsburgh wrestling for you, the "Living Legend" Bruno Sammartino will also be in the house!
SPECIAL SURPRISE! A current wrestling superstar seen on television each & every week will be attending Steel City Wrestlefest! The only way to see who it is will be to attend the pre-show! Remember, you must have a ticket to the main show to purchase pre-show admission.
For the first time ever, "The Masterpiece" Chris Masters will be taking on the "Iron City Superstar" Sterling James Keenan!
Chris Hamrick & Tracy Smothers, Southern Comfort, vs. The HeartThrobs - former OVW Tag Team Champions and former WWE stars
CHRISTIAN YORK & JOEY MERCURY vs. BABYFACE FIRE
THE BLUE MEANIE vs. "THE SEXUAL ICON" ERIC XTASY
Best In Pittsburgh 3-Way - Special Referee Dominic DeNucci: DENNIS GREGORY vs. BAD BOY B.A. vs. JIMMY VEGA$
All that plus much more!

Yard Sale Saturday May 24. Where: The “Historic” St James AME Church –Sumpter Hall Parking Lot. 444 Lincoln Ave. Pgh Pa 15206. 412-441-9706. If it rains will be moved inside. Time: 9:00 am til 3:00pm. Tables are available for $20.00 each Contact Sonya Nelson or Monica Jackson to reserve your table.

Build-A-Play Area / Health Fair (Saturday May 24) – Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh Charter School, 327 N. Negley Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15206. 9:00 am – 12:00 pm. Recognizing that physical exercise and play is an important component of a healthy life, the Urban League Young Professionals wanted to ensure that the students at the Charter School had a safe play area and health environment. In addition to the construction of the fenced in play area, the Young Professional volunteers and the charter school students will be conducting a clean-up of the school grounds. We will also have a health information fair for the children, parents and volunteers with local health agencies and organizations.

Please join us for a Spaghetti Dinner to benefit Scott & Phoebe Dietrich!
Date:Saturday, May 24
Time:12:00 to 5:00 pm (We will stop serving dinner at 4:30)
Place:Derry Area Senior High School Cafeteria
Adults (ages 13 & up)$6
Kids (ages 3 to 12)$3
Kids (2 and under)FREE
Advanced Tickets Available

The Crafton Volunteer Fire Department will be holding an Open House on Saturday, May 24, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the station, located at 8 Stotz Ave. The public is encouraged to attend. There will be free hot dogs, popcorn, and beverages provided by the Auxiliary, station tours, coloring contest for children, games and prizes, and informational display booths set up by the fire department and local emergency groups. The CVFD is encouraging you to “Practice Your Escape Plan”. We will have flyers and information that will help you develop your own escape plan for your home. Remember to practice your escape plan! Come down and meet your local fire department May 24th. We hope to see you there! For more information and to download contest coloring pages, visit www.craftonvfd.org

Saturday, May 24 - Wild about Cats and Dogs at the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium. Did you know that tigers have never share the same stripe patterns on their coats? Meet the keepers who care for our dogs-African wild dogs, and cats, tigers, lions, and snow leopards. Also check out the many wonderful animals available for adoption from local shelters and rescue leagues who will be at the Zoo. All activities are 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

RELAY OR LIFE 9TH ANNUAL MEMORIAL DAY CAR CRUISE. MAY 26TH 1-6 PM. LACKEY'S DAIRY QUEEN, APOLLO. $10.00 DONATION. CUSTOM WOODEN DASH PLAQUES. INFO, DALE 724-568-3330

May 25: Veterans Memorial Service in North Boundary Park, Cranberry. 1 PM. 724-776-4802 Ext. 1103.

May 25 is the Sunday of Memorial Day Weekend, and the 11 AM Mass at St. Barbara Church will hold special significance; new United States Flags will be blessed after the homily @ St. Barbara's, 111 Raymaley Road, Harrison City, PA 15636. These flags then go to United States Armed Forces Platoon Sergeants and their men stationed in war zones with special notes of thanks for their Service and Sacrifice on behalf of the civilians they protect; the men are asked to keep the flags to steady them while in harm's way, and to remember that someone is praying for all of them each and every day. The Flags will be presented for blessing by Marines from the Greensburg USMC Recruiting Center, with St. Barbara Knights of Columbus and Church members assisting. The Flag Blessing for Troops is an initiative of HelpOurHeroes. Also included in the Blessing will be the “St. Barbara, Martyr” artwork by parishioner Rheba Salac, made especially for the Marines; the illustration, showing St. Barbara holding a Marine with bowed head, honors her as Patroness of Marines, Sailors, Ordnance Workers, Artillerymen, Firemen, Miners, and Deliverer from Lightning and Catastrophy. Six additional United States Flags are needed for the Blessing. Individuals or groups having new or good quality 3'x5' American Flags for donation can drop off @ the Church during the month of May; doors are open 'til 8PM nightly. If you leave a note or card attached to your flag, it will be included in the Platoon's package; because of difficult living conditions and troop movement, you may not receive response, but be assured that these are kept close to the hearts of the men forever. Donor Names will be read during the Blessing if there is a request attached to their Flag. You may also leave unserviceable U. S. Flags designated for proper disposal at the Church; the Knights of Columbus, St. Barbara Council, conducts this collection annually as a Patriotic Service so that United States Flags are not dishonored by improper destruction. If you would like a copy of the significance of the Thirteen Folds of the Flag of the United States of America, please send a stamped, self-addressed envelope to HelpOurHeroes, P. O. Box 46006, Monroeville, PA 15146, or email to: srheba@windstream.net

The Monroeville Volunteer Fire Department will be hosting an Open House on Sunday May 25, from Noon-5pm at Monroeville Volunteer Fire Company #5, 100 Seco Rd., Monroeville, PA 15146. The focus is to showcase two new fire apparatus that we recently took delivery of. Both the new E-ONE fire engine, and new KME Kenworth Tanker will be showcased. Free Food, Drinks, tours, demonstrations and handouts will be included. This is an event for all ages and we encourage any resident with an interest to attend. Many other activities will take place, including a site visit by a Lifeflight medical Helicopter. If there are any questions, please feel free to contact Monroeville Volunteer Fire Company #5 at 412-372-7725.

May 25: High Tea at the Succop Conservancy. Menu includes potato & watercress soup, spinach chicken with raspberry-balsamic vinaigrette, pineapple wild rice, spring carrots w/ mint & lemon, fresh baked scones with clotted cream, lemon tarts and raspberry eclairs. Favor gift. Entertaining presentation to inspire. $27/ticket required by May 15. 2-4 PM. 412-956-1857 or email kacyhometeas@yahoo.com

May 27: Harmony Museum's Annual "Quilt in a Day" Program. Presented by Patricia Knoechel, author and co-author of quilting books with sister and internationally syndicated television quilter Eleanor Burns. 10 AM-12 PM. Reservations recommended. Harmony is at I-79 exits 87-88 about 10 miles north of the Pennsylvania Turnpike. 888-821-4822 or www.harmonymuseum.org

The HOPE Learning Center
Dr. Nancy Minshew - Understanding Thinking in Autism: The Key to Success in Communication and Intervention
Friday, May 28
1pm – 4pm
The Regional Learning Center
Cranberry Township, PA
$10 Donation
www.thehopelearningcenter.com
724.624.4293

Arsenal Family & Children’s Center announces its 16th Annual Golf Outing at Laurel Valley Golf Club, 175 Palmer Drive in Ligonier, on Thursday, May 29. Registration at 10 a.m. Buffet Lunch at 12 Noon. Shotgun Golf Start at 1 p.m. Reception immediately following completion of play. For more information, visit www.arsenalfamily.org or call 412-345-0008

A+ Schools sponsors "Science & Technology 6-12"Thursday, May 29, 2008. 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm. Regional Enterprise Tower, Downtown Pittsburgh. 425 Sixth Avenue, 31st floor. Hear about evolving plans for the new Science & Technology 6-12 School and offer your ideas about how to make this school a success. Dinner and childcare (for children over 1) will be provided to registrants. A+ Schools will validate parking tickets to the Mellon Square Garage. To register, sign up online at www.aplusschools.org/excel_reg.html or by calling 412-258-2660 ext. 101.

Every Child, Inc. will hold a 10th anniversary celebratory luncheon in the Allegheny Room of The Rivers Club in downtown Pittsburgh on May 29, from 11:30am-1:30pm. During the celebration, the Lee & Larry Davis Recognition Award and the Family Ever After Award will be given to honor long time supporters of Every Child.Attendees will also have an opportunity to hear Patty Paytas, Vice President of Community and Public Affairs of the Pirates Ball Club and Executive Director of the Pirates Charities, speak about the importance of community involvement in the non-profit world. Other speakers include families served by the agency. Please call Caitlin Lasky 412.665.0600 for any further questions about the event.

Family Behavioral Resources and FBR Bridges to Hope will be hosting their 4th Annual Family Fun Night on Friday May 30th from 5pm -8pm, at the Faith United Methodist Church of Delmont. Proceeds will go toward the 2008 Walk Now for Autism benefiting Autism Speaks. Advanced tickets are $5 per person. Children under 3 years are free. Tickets will be sold at the door for $7 and free for children under 3 years of age. Price includes buffet meal (GFCF available), basket auctions, fun characters, kids games and activities, arts and crafts, jewelry sale, bounce houses, petting zoo and pony rides! For more information or to purchase advanced tickets, contact Cathy Hughes at FBR Autism Services at (724) 861-4700 or send email to autismservices@familybehavioralresources.com

FAMILY HOUSE 6th ANNUAL “WELCOME HOME TO FAMILY HOUSE” POLOTINI TASTINGS & SAKS FASHION SHOW

Family House, along with Saks Fifth Avenue, will host its 6th annual Polotini, presented by Hefren-Tillotson. This pre-polo event will kick off at happy hour with “Polotinis” Saks Fifth Avenue is hosting the Family House Polotini tasting and Fashion Show on May 30 from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Guests purchasing a Polo-Tini ticket will have the opportunity to enjoy delicious light fare courtesy of La Crème and The Common Plea, as well as lollys prepared by Vanilla Pastry Studio, and a special performance by Pittsburgh’s own Bill Deasy. Tickets are $100 per person and includes a $25 Saks Fifth Avenue Gift Card. For more information or to order tickets, please contact Family House at 412-647-POLO (7656) or log onto www.blacktie-pittsburgh.com/boxoffice to order tickets online. Visa, Master Card, American Express are accepted.

Flavors of Arte Friday, May 30th 6-9pm. Wine, Jazz & Hors d'oeuvres. $20 per person. Benefits the American Liver Foundation. 412.434.7044 for tickets

FREE MOVIE - “JUDGMENT” - May 30th
Freshly Popped Popcorn
Candy - Goodies
Refreshments
7 PM
The Admission and Concession Stand are always free and so is the fun!
FAITH COMMUNITY CINEMA
Join FCC the last Friday of every month through spring for Faith Community Cinema! Every month we’ll have a great film that the whole family can enjoy.
For information:
407 Freeport Road
Freeport, PA 16229
724-295-9777
www.faithcommunityfamily.org

SPOTLIGHT PERFORMING ARTS THEATRE Presents Man of La Mancha at NEW HAZLETT THEATER, Allegheny Square East, Pittsburgh, 15212
Fri. May 30 –7:30pm
Sat. May 31- 2:00pm & - 7:30pm
Tickets: 18 and under - $12, Adults - $15
At the door tickets: 18 & under- $15, Adults - $18
Call for information on special group rate
412-931-1001 for Tickets

To celebrate the opening of one of the most anticipated movies of the year, Sex and the City - The Movie, MarkIT Events is producing a series of red carpet receptions at Loews Theater in the Waterfront. Friday night, May 30th is the red carpet Cocktail Reception, a night filled with glamour including paparazzi greeting guests upon arrival and an all male host staff. Saturday’s Afternoon Premiere is every bit as elegant, featuring light bites and providing guests with pampering services. Guests have a one in four chance to win a fabulous Sex and the City Gift Bag filled with feminine must haves. As a part of MarkIT’s ongoing philanthropic efforts, each premiere will also feature a charity shoe drive for women in need and a wonderful array of auction items benefiting Women’s Center & Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh.
Location: Loews Theater | The Waterfront | 300 Waterfront Drive | Pittsburgh
May 30 | Cocktail Reception 6- 8 pm | Movie Premiere – 8pm
May 31 | Afternoon Tea Reception 1 – 3 pm | Movie Premiere – 3 pm
Reservations are required: 412.281.6560 | rsvp@markitevents.com

The Neighborhood Academy's fourth annual gala celebration, Faces of the Future, takes place at 7 pm on Friday, May 30, at The Absolute Ballroom Dance Center of Pittsburgh, 6617 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh. This gala send-off of TNA's largest graduating class features a performance by TNA student performers, jazz, great food, drink and a fabulous auction at Pittsburgh's newest dance, perfomance and event space. Tickets are $125. More information: Mary Kaczorowski at 412-362-2001 Ext. 205 or maryk@theneighborhoodacademy.org

2008 Spring Fling for Autism
Autism Center of Pittsburgh Craft & Vendor Show
Saturday, May 31
10:00am - 3:00pm
Mt. Lebanon Recreation Center (off Cedar Boulevard)
Admission is FREE but donations are appreciated! All proceeds will be donated to The Autism Center of Pittsburgh (666 Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon) that offers speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, psychological evaluations and parent support. Information at 412-343-4303.

INDOOR FLEA MARKET~YARD SALE MAY 31 @ HILLTOP HOSE COMPANY #3 FIREHALL in Natrona Heights. 8am-1pm. Multi-families, many items. RADA Cutlery, Cookbooks & 2008 Lotto Calendars will be sold to benefit the firehall. Food & Beverages will be available for sale.

“Hard to Recycle” Collection to take place in Lawrenceville WHO: A partnership between the Pennsylvania Resources Council, the Allegheny County Health Department, Appliance Warehouse and e Loop LLC WHAT: Collection of major appliances (e.g. refrigerators and air conditioners), cell phones, tires, e-waste, televisions, and ink cartridges. WHEN: Saturday, May 31st from 10am to 2pm. WHERE: Allegheny County Health Department Offices (39th Street and Penn Avenue, Lawrenceville) DETAILS: It's spring again - the time when people are looking to clean house and get rid of their old stuff. This means time for the “Hard to Recycle” Collection Events. The Pennsylvania Resources Council (PRC) along with the Allegheny County Health Department will be collecting freon and non-freon appliances, e-waste, televisions, tires without rims, ink and toner cartridges and cell phones. All materials will be recycled and refurbished.

Check out www.prc.org for more information on materials collected and associated fees!!

FREE BIKE DERBY AND CAR SEAT CHECK PLANNED DURING THE SOUTH FAYETTE RELAY FOR LIFE

On Saturday, May 31, 2008, State Farm Insurance Company assisted by South Fayette Police Department, SouthBridge Emergency Medical Services, and East Central AAA are sponsoring a Free Bicycle Derby and a Car Seat Inspection during the South Fayette High School’s Relay For Life. The bike derby and car seat inspection will held at the upper parking lots from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM. If you would like more information concerning the bike derby or car seat inspection, please call Jim Iagnemma at 412-221-0505.

NURSING CAREER DAY…Saturday, May 31 10:00 am—2:00 pm Sixth Mount Zion is hosting this event in partnership with UPMC's Nursing Department to identify minority men and women interested in nursing careers. If you thought about becoming a nurse and didn’t know where to begin this is the event for you. Come learn and apply for various opportunities in nursing such as: IT specialists, traveling nurse, nurse practitioner and dozens of other wide opportunities in nursing. Sixth Mount Zion is the place to be on Saturday, May 31, 2008 for “Nurse Career Day” at the corner of Shetland and Lincoln Avenues in the Lincoln-Larimer neighborhood of Pittsburgh. Contact us by email at info@sixthmountzion.org or by phone at 412-441-7839. Visit us at www.sixthmountzion.org for further information and directions to the church.

CAR WASH! Start the summer season off with a clean car while donating to charity! On May 31st, there will be a car wash held at Arby’s at 6105 SALTSBURG RD, VERONA, PA 15147 (intersection of Frankstown Rd and Saltsburg Rd). Cost: $5 for a car or van and $7 for a truck or SUV. All proceeds go to Relay for Life of Pittsburgh East, a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society. Thank you in advance from Team Curran.

The Eighth Annual Pittsburgh Garden Swap, a nonprofit event for gardening enthusiasts of all ages, is taking place on Saturday, May 31st at the Frick Environmental Center in Squirrel Hill. The theme is "Bring Your Ten Best!" The goal will be for participants to bring ten desirable, healthy, well-potted, and clearly labeled plants to share. Saturday, May 31, from 11:00am - 2:00pm. Admission: $3 per person / children under 12 attend for free. Complete details can be found at http://pittsburghgardenswap.blogspot.com
For more information please contact pghgardenswap@yahoo.com or call 412-422-6538 x 5.

Poker Run
WHEN: Saturday, May 31, Registration at 11:30AM, Run starts at Noon
WHERE: Rayne Drop Inn, The Villa, Del's Roadhouse, The Rose Inn
WHO: Family Behavioral Resources Bridges to Hope to benefit Autism Speaks 2008 Walk Now for Autism
CONTACT NAME: Cathy Hughes
CONTACT NUMBER: 1-866-4-FBR-ASD
CONTACT EMAIL: autismservices@familybehavioralresources.com
GROUP WEBSITE: familybehavioralresources.com
ADDITIONAL INFO: Registration begins at the Rayne Drop Inn. Cost $10 per person, $5 for each additional rider

May 31: Butler County PA Golf Tour. One of six qualifying tournaments. A final invitation-only tournament in September offers the chance for participants to win $1 million. St. Jude Golf Club, 1215 Kittanning Pike, Chicora. Entry fee $75. 866-856-8444 or www.VisitButlerCounty.com

Gymkhana Gymnastics will host a CAR CRUISE & KIDS DAY OUT on May 31 from 4-8 p.m. at 4650 Old Frankstown Road in Monroeville. While admission is free, Gymkhana is asking guests to bring a donation for “The Children’s Miracle Network,” which helps treat 17 million children each year from a variety of illnesses and injuries. Some of the activities planned for the day include classic cars to admire and compare, music provided by DJ Jeff Allen, fun activities for children, food and drink concessions and an awesome children’s interactive play area. For additional information, please contact Elliott Sanft or visit www.gymkhanafun.com.

North American Martyrs Catholic School would like to invite you to join us for a FUN-FILLED BINGO NIGHT on Saturday, May 31. Doors to DeLuca Hall will open at 6 PM and Bingo starts at 7 PM. The ticket price of $20 includes 6 Bingo Cards for all 14 games and hot & cold drinks for the evening. Hot food items, snacks and desserts will be available for purchase as well as additional bingo cards and daubers. You increase your chances of winning cold-hard cash with our PULL TAB GAMES. For tickets, please call 412-856-8074. All proceeds benefit North American Martyrs School.

Casting call for The Ballet Academy of Irwin’s production of "Cinderella."
OPEN BALLET AUDITIONS - Sat., May 31, from 11 AM to 1 PM
Pre-registration required.
Audition is open to all area ballet students between the ages of 8 and 25. Student ages 5-7 are also welcome but need not audition. Performance is scheduled for early September. Non BAI students welcome to participate and are not expected to leave their current dance studio. Rehearsals will take place throughout the summer beginning June 27. Please contact (724) 864-1460 for details.
Audition Fee $10. Participation fee also applies.
1159 Brownstown Road, North Huntingdon
balletacademyofirwin@verizon.net
www.balletacademyofirwin.com

A 50th Class Reunion for the class of 1958 from South High and South Vocational High School is being planned for June 2008. Please email your or any other CLASSMATE information to Anne (Visnich) Rost at ger994@aol.com or John Gronsky at jsgtexas@hotmail.com. We want to make this the BEST 50th CLASS REUNION ever! Thanks for helping us find everyone!

2nd Annual Car Cruise To benefit the Norwin High School Marching Band Date: Sunday, 1 June 2008 Time: noon – 4 pm Place: Norwin Middle School 10870 Mockingbird Drive North Huntingdon, PA 15642 Cost: $5 per vehicle

Dash plaques to the first 100 registered Tshirts to the first 50 registered16 Trophy classesGrilled foods, 50/50, Chinese auction Music by the Duke and Duchess of DJ Children’s area Over 100 cars our first year!

For more information or tickets, contact Karen at klhtrain@comcast.net or 412-418-8343 or visit www.norwinband.net

SS. Simon & Jude School will host “Summer Cruise Fashion Show” on Sunday, June 1, beginning at 11 a.m. at Wright’s Seafood Inn in Heidelberg. Cost is $30 per person and includes a full-course luncheon, a huge Chinese Auction, a Silent Auction, 50/50, door prizes and much more. Fashions are provided by Macy’s. For more information, or to place an ad in the program, contact Regina Berner at 412-527-4185.

Local residents interested in securing jobs with the up-and-coming casino industry are invited to attend a free seminar, “So You Think You Want To Work in a Casino?” to learn about the employment process. 6 to 9 p.m. June 3 at Stephen Foster Community Center - Lawrenceville, 286 Main St., Pittsburgh, PA 15201. PITG Gaming, which is building the Majestic Star Casino on the North Shore, has promised hiring preferences to residents of the North Side and other low-income communities throughout the region. The Northside Leadership Conference, assisted by the Community College of Allegheny County, is coordinating workforce development services. The session will cover: types of jobs available, qualifications, state work credentials, background checks and resources to help individuals overcome potential barriers to employment. No job applications will be accepted. The casino is scheduled to open in May 2009, and future jobseekers are encouraged to begin preparing now to meet requirements. For more information, email: casinocareers@pittsburghnorthside.com or call 412.330.2551.

Stand By Your Man: The Tammy Wynette Story
Country Musical | Written by Mark St. Germain
June 3 - June 15
The musical chronicles the life of the First Lady of Country Music. While this musical biography covers plenty of Wynette's musical career, and includes 26 of Wynette's hit songs, it also looks at Wynette's personal life, which includes a bizarre 1978 abduction that saw Wynette taken from Nashville shopping center and beaten - a crime that was never solved. A thoroughly moving and entertaining musical, Stand By Your Man promises something for everyone.
Tues-Sat 8:00pm
Wed & Fri 2:00pm
Sundays 3:00pm
Mountain Playhouse
814-629-9201 or www.mountainplayhouse.org

Jefferson United Methodist Church 310 Gill Hall Road Jefferson Hills, PA 15025. 412 653-3222 FLEA MARKET....Friday, June 6th (3:00 PM - 7:00 PM) Saturday, June 7th (9:00 AM - 1:00 PM) HOT DOGS, CHIPS, & DRINKS will be available.

Friday, June 6th Chris Higbee Band (and guest) live in concert at the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg, Chambers Hall gym. A benefit concert for Central Westmoreland Habitat for Humanity $10 in advance/ $15 at the door A family event Doors open at 7 p.m., Show starts at 8 p.m.

Bullskin Township Heritage & Community Days
June 7 - 8
11:00 AM - DARK
Route 982 At the Fairgrounds in Wooddale
FREE Admission - FREE Parking
www.bullskintownshiphistoricalsociety.org

Sisters' Spring Fling Offers Bargains, Unique Crafts and Good Food Whether you enjoy bargain hunting, shopping for unique items or just eating good food, the Sisters of St. Francis of the Providence of God’s 4th Annual Spring Fling has something for everyone. This year’s event will be on Saturday, June 7th from 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM at the Sisters’ campus located at 3603 McRoberts Rd. in the Whitehall borough of Pittsburgh's South Hills.

Proceeds from the Spring Fling benefit the Sisters of St. Francis of the Providence of God. For more information about the Spring Fling, please contact Robyn Gallentine at (412) 885-7232 or info@osfprov.org. You can also visit the Spring Fling website at www.osfprov.org/SpringFling.

Strawberry Festival with great food and fabulous strawberry desserts is being held at Emmanuel U.P. Church in Eighty Four, PA. It is Saturday, June 7, 2008 from 4:00p.m to 7:00p.m. The church is located on Route 519 @ I-70.

On National Trail Day ,June 7,the McDonald Panhandle Trail Station will sponsor a Pancake and Sausage Breakfast from 8-12.We are located at 161 S.McDonald Street[Rt 980]in McDonald.The cost is $5/adult and $3/children under twelve.Take a walk on the Panhandle Trail before or after eating breakfast.Proceeds go to maintain the Trail Station,a nonprofit community organization.To pre-buy tickets call 724-926-2861 or buy at the door.

The Sixth Annual UMDF “One Step Closer to a Cure” 5K Run/ 1 Mile Walk will be held on Saturday, June 7 at the North Park Boat House in Allison Park, PA. The mission of the United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation is to promote research and education for the diagnosis, treatment and cure of mitochondrial disorders and to provide support to affected individuals and families. The Sixth Annual "One Step Closer to a Cure" 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk is held to raise money towards a cure for this debilitating disease. Approximately every 15 minutes, a child is born who will develop a mitochondrial disease by age 10, and many of these children will not survive until adulthood.

Registration will go from 7:45-8:45 AM, the run begins at 9:00 AM, and the walk starts at 9:15 AM. Registration for adults 18 and over, including a t-shirt, is $20 before May 30 and $25 after. Registration for youth ages 6-17, t-shirt included, is $15 before May 30 and $20 after. Children 5 and under and "mito" kids or adults are free, but t-shirts come at an additional fee. The day of the race, there will be entertainment, refreshments, and prizes awarded to the top runners in each age category and the top fundraising team.

To register, call 888-317-8633 or go to www.umdf.org/pittsburghrace.

BURGER BASH Immaculate Conception parish in Irwin will hold a Burger Bash on Sat, June 7th from 11AM to 2PM on the corner of 2nd and Oak streets. Our Almost Famous Corner Burger, with or without secret-recipe onions are $2. For pre-orders of 10 or more, call 724-863-6947 by Fri, June 6th.

Retro Dance - June 7 at Vandergrift VFW, 141 Sumner Avenue, Vandergrift, PA 15690. 7:00 – 11:00 p.m. Ticket $10. D.J. - Cash Bar - Auction - 50/50. Benefits: Animal Protectors, Pet Connection, Orphans of the Storm. Advance Ticket Sales Appreciated. 724-845-1295

The 4th Annual Tails for Montour Trail 5K Dog Walk sponsored by the Cecil Friends of the Montour Trail will be held Saturday, June 7, between 9 a.m. and 12 Noon at the Kurnick Access Area on Cecil Henderson Road in Cecil Township. Proceeds from the walk support the restoration of the National Tunnel. For more information please go to our website at www.montourtrail.org/events/tailswalk.htm or call 412-445-0185 or 412-496-4308.

FLEA MARKET
SATURDAY JUNE 7
8:00am - 1:00pm
AMITY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 400 Euclid Ave., Dravosburg, PA

June 7 - Pancake and Sausage breakfast from 8a -12 noon at the Panhandle Trail Station in McDonald,Pa, at 161 S.McDonald Street. Price of $5 adults and $3 for children.This includes plain or blueberry pancakes,sausage,coffee,juice and milk. This is on National Trail Day,take a walk on our Panhandle Trail right out our door, before or after eating.

5th Annual Party on the Trail for the J.R. Taylor Memorial Bridge - Saturday, June 7
Registration — 9:30 am
Event Time — 10 am to 2 pm
Registration: Washington Elementary School, 515 Clifton Road, Bethel Park. Parking available at Al’s Café, adjacent to the school.
Participants are encouraged to enjoy the trail from the Irishtown trailhead to Route 19. Primary activities will be centered around Clifton Road.
Packet Pick-up: Pre-registered participants may pick up their packets at Washington School on Friday, June 6, from 5-7 pm.
Questions: Call Leigh at 412.851.0231, Phil at 412.576.9318 or Cyndee at 412.835.0522
Registration fees are nonrefundable. If the event is canceled due to weather, preregistered participants can pick up their gifts and boxed lunch at Washington School from 11 am to 1 pm.
*Bring the whole family to walk, ride or run the Bethel Branch of the Montour Trail and to enjoy other fun activities for all age groups.
*The registration fee includes your passport, a raffle ticket, a lunch ticket, and a gift.
*Volunteers will be stationed along the trail to stamp your passport for additional chances to win prizes.
*Lunch will be provided by Brian’s Hardwood Hogs from 11 am to 2 pm. Other refreshments will be available for a nominal charge.
*Raffle tickets will be drawn at 2 pm. Winners do not need to be present.
All proceeds go directly to the construction of The J.R. Taylor Memorial Bridge. Additional donations would be greatly appreciated.

“We Care Kids Fair” Sunday, June 8, 2008 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. National City Building. 2 West Main St. Uniontown, Pa 15401. Staring the “Wild World of Animals” 2 shows 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. Entertainment by D.J. Mick, Food, Games, Prizes, Moonwalk and more. Free Admission.

Monroeville FamilyFEST: June 8, from 2pm-6pm at Monroeville Community Park, 2399 Tilbrook Road, Monroeville, PA 15146. FamilyFEST is a family focused event. The kids activites will include rock climbing wall, inflatable activities, arts and crafts, live entertainment on the amphitheater stage, food and community booths. Contact: Karen Barton (412) 856-1006

Hop, jump, fly or crawl to “Catch the Reading Bug” at Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh’s 8th annual Summer Reading Extravaganza! On Sunday June 8, from 12-5PM, CLP- Main and Schenley Plaza in Oakland will be abuzz with the excitement as children, teens and adults kick off summer reading with a day crawling with activities. Pack a picnic, bring your family and take part in this summer festival with free tales and treats, entertainment and eats. Don’t forget to bring your camera!
Please visit www.carnegielibrary.org
For more information contact Suzanne Thinnes, Communications Manager at 412.578.2458 or thinness@carnegielibrary.org

Local residents interested in securing jobs with the up-and-coming casino industry are invited to attend a free seminar, “So You Think You Want To Work in a Casino?” to learn about the employment process. 6 to 9 p.m. June 10 at Kingsley Association, 6435 Frankstown Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15206. PITG Gaming, which is building the Majestic Star Casino on the North Shore, has promised hiring preferences to residents of the North Side and other low-income communities throughout the region. The Northside Leadership Conference, assisted by the Community College of Allegheny County, is coordinating workforce development services. The session will cover: types of jobs available, qualifications, state work credentials, background checks and resources to help individuals overcome potential barriers to employment. No job applications will be accepted. The casino is scheduled to open in May 2009, and future jobseekers are encouraged to begin preparing now to meet requirements. For more information, email: casinocareers@pittsburghnorthside.com or call 412.330.2551.

4th Annual Classic Car Cruise at Cerini Harley-Davidson/Buell
Sunday June 11th 12:00pm - 4:00pm
proceeds benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Laurel Region
Cerini Harley-Davidson/Buell
4325 State Route 51 North
Rostraver, PA
724.930.8443
Contact Person: Jacque

Entrepreneurial Thursdays Rhythm Jazz & Blues Happy Hour Show - Job Fair and networking event
June 12, Cost: $5 entry fee
Where: Sassy Marie’s (formerly the legendary James Street Tavern), at the corner of James Street and Foreland Street – 422 Foreland Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15212. The Show will be held in the newly renovated room on the second floor with a separate entrance on James Street.
Time: 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Pittsburgh's only bi-monthly Job Fair. Employers, to become a Sponsor or for a low cost Booth - Call Danette O'Connell 412-400-0887

Oliver High School Class of 1968 is planning the 40th Class Reunion for June 13-14. Please contact John Weaver at jrweave@verizon.net or check out our web site at www.ohs1968.com for more information. If you know the whereabouts of any other classmates please let us know. We hope to make this the best reunion ever but we can't do that without you, please let us know you are planning on attending as soon as you can and we hope to see you in June.

Westmoreland Glass Show and Sale - Westmoreland County Community College, Youngwood, PA, June 13-14, 9A.M. - 3P.M.

The North Hills Youth Ministry Counseling Center annual used book sale returns to Clayton Community Youth Center at Memorial Park Church, 8800 Peebles Road in Allison Park, Friday, June 13 through Wednesday, June 18. Volunteers are needed for set-up night, Thursday, June 12 and throughout the sale. To sign-up, please call Denise Patsko, Director of Development, at 412.366.1300. Money raised at our annual used book sale provides scholarship funding for clients in need of our professional mental health counseling and/or tutoring services. We accept books and audio/visual materials in good condition through May 15. We do not accept magazines, encyclopedias, ex-library books, textbooks older than five years old, damaged books, Reader's Digest Condensed Books, or musty smelling books. Donations are accepted at 802 McKnight Park Drive Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please stop at our Administrative Office (800) for a donation receipt. We will then direct you to our rear entrance and help you unload books. Please do not take book donations to Memorial Park Church. Book Donations for our 2008 sale ends May 15. We will accept books for our 2009 sale starting in July.

Flea Market and Bake Sale
Sat. June 14
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Dravosburg United Methodist Church
Maple Avenue, Dravosburg
There are tables available for individuals interested in selling their own items. The cost of the tables is $20 ($15 per each additional table). Call Kathy at (412) 466-9358 for information. Proceeds benefit the Dr.U.M. Afterschool Program

The Freedom Fest For all type of Motorcycles. June 14, 2008. Time: 1:00 p.m. Place: Settler's Cabin Park Tomahawk Grove Group ride, Bike show, Music, Food, and Refreshment. More info: http://www.alleghenyabate.org/chapter_events.html

The St. Andrew's Village Auxiliary in Indiana, Pa announces its JUNE FEST on June 14th , from 2 p.m.- 6:30 p.m., on the campus of St. Andrew's Village at 1155 Indian Springs Rd., Indiana, Pa. A meterologist and ventriloquist will be on stage at 2:30 p.m. to entertain the audience with his wooden dummies and tornado machine. Kids of all ages will enjoy the 22 ft. Fire Truck slide, the 55 ft. long "Kiddiepillar" and the "Bungee Run". The U.S. Army recruiters will be there with their Football toss and Dog Tag machine. The Auxiliary will be raffling off a 32 inch HDTV and a $300 gas card! You don't need to be present to win! Lots of good picnic foods and homemade pies! Bring dad for an early Father's Day meal! All proceeds from June Fest will benefit the residents of St. Andrew's Village, Indiana County's only Continuing Care Retirement Community! More information? call (724) 464-1623 or email dkanyan@phi-preshomes.org

On Saturday, June 14, from 8 AM until 2 PM, Independence Court of Monroeville will host its 4th Flea Market and Garage Sale. Over 30 tables will be available to rent for a donation of $10. As part of the event, Independence Court will raffle off a several doorprizes including a $50 gas card. Area residents are invited to browse items provided by vendors such as Avon and Partylites, as well as gently-used treasures, knick-knacks, clothing, books, and more. Parking is free and refreshments will be provided. Proceeds will benefit a Monroeville-area family in need. For more information, or to reserve a table, please call Independence Court at (412) 373-3030.

Legendary professional wrestler “The Russian Nightmare” Nikita Koloff will promote the free event Sunday Smackdown!, a multi-bout Battle Royale, and speak at the Moraine Park Summer Festival on Sunday, June 15, at 3:30 pm. The 3 day Festival will feature nightly messages from author, humanitarian and evangelist Steve Wingfield along with concerts from national recording artists, professional skateboard and strength team demonstrations, professional wrestling, blow-up games, sports competitions, battle of the bands, children's ventriloquist, paint ball battles, motorcycle ride through park, car cruise and a crafters fair. The Moraine Park Summer Festival with Steve Wingfield, June 13-15, is an evangelistic outreach sponsored by local churches, businesses and by the Steve Wingfeild Evangelistic Association in Harrisonburg, VA. The Festival will involve over 2000 volunteers from over 100 churches in Butler County and the surrounding communities. All festival evening events and most others are free and tickets are not necessary. For more information contact Adele Duffy, Festival Administrator, at the Moraine Park Summer Festival Office: (724) 431-2397 or moraineparksummerfestival@stevewingfield.org. Further information and Festival schedule is available at www.stevewingfield.org

June 15 - Jimmy Sapienza's Five Guys Named Moe
Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Place: Monroeville Community Park Amphitheater, 2399 Tilbrook Road, Monroeville, PA 15146

From: Peters Creek Baptist Church, 6300 Library Road, South Park, PA 15129, Phone 412-833-6111, www. peterscreekbaptist.com

Peters Creek Baptist Church in South Park will be holding Vacation Bible School on June 16-20 from 6:30-9:00 pm daily. It will feature the "SonWorld Adventure Park" theme for children that are completing Kindergarten through 5th grade. The cost is $5 per child. Register online at www.peterscreekbaptist.com, stop by or call the church office at 412-833-6111.

Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania and Huntington Insurance invite you to join the distinguished businesses and individuals who are participating in the 8th Annual Golf for Goodwill event on Monday, June 16, at Treesdale Golf & Country Club in Gibsonia. Registration begins at 10:30 a.m. with a shotgun start at noon. Golfers will enjoy 18 holes of golf on Treesdale’s Arnold Palmer-designed course that is rated as the most challenging in western Pennsylvania. Cocktails and dinner will follow in Treesdale’s Club House. For more information, please contact Jean Nelson-Sims at 412-390-2396 or jnelson@goodwillpitt.org. Proceeds from the event support job training programs that help people with special needs overcome barriers to work, enjoy the dignity and benefits of employment, and improve their quality of life.

Unnecessary Farce
Written by Paul Slade Smith
June 17 - June 29
Deadly bagpipes, a bumbling mayor, incompetent cops, the Highland Clan's Big Mac and the infamous Highland Hitman - who, it is said, always dons a kilt and plays the bagpipes before making a kill - all converge on a hotel room where the city's new accountant discovers embezzlement. The day does not start off well when two inexperienced police officers bumble the videotape surveillance and record more than they bargained for. To crack the case the officers must overcome their fear of the dark, guns, enclosed spaces, and the opposite sex. Unnecessary Farce delivers a huge laugh with its raucous comedic twists and turns.
Tues-Sat 8:00pm
Wed & Fri 2:00pm
Sundays 3:00pm
Mountain Playhouse
814-629-9201 or www.mountainplayhouse.org

Northern Allegheny Food & Wine Classic on Thursday, June 19, at The Greater Pittsburgh Masonic Center, 3579 Masonic Way, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. Sample Food, Wine, Beer. Delight in the culinary expertise featuring area restaurants. Local microbrews and wines from around the world will be available for tasting. Cooking demonstrations, wine education, live music and silent auction complete the evening’s experience. Tickets are $35 until June 13, $45 June 14 and after. Must be 21 years of age for admittance. Ticket proceeds benefit Northern Allegheny County Chamber Educational Foundation. For more information contact the Northern Allegheny County Chamber of Commerce at 724-934-9700 or www.naccc.com

Casting call for The Ballet Academy of Irwin’s production of "Cinderella."
OPEN BALLET AUDITIONS - Sat., June 21, from 11 AM to 1 PM
Pre-registration required.
Audition is open to all area ballet students between the ages of 8 and 25. Student ages 5-7 are also welcome but need not audition. Performance is scheduled for early September. Non BAI students welcome to participate and are not expected to leave their current dance studio. Rehearsals will take place throughout the summer beginning June 27. Please contact (724) 864-1460 for details.
Audition Fee $10. Participation fee also applies.
1159 Brownstown Road, North Huntingdon
balletacademyofirwin@verizon.net
www.balletacademyofirwin.com

Spring-Into-Summer Flea Market - The Ladies' Guild of St. Barbara Church, 111 Raymaley Road in Harrison City, will be selling single and double-wide parking spaces for it's Outdoor Flea Market from Noon to 3:00pm on Saturday, June 21. Individuals or groups wanting to set up tables, booths or park and open their SUV, wagon or truck beds to sell their wares should call Nancy @ 724-744-3171; donation for single space is $8; double-wide is $15. 150 spaces are available on a first-come-first-served basis. No food stalls will be sold. This is a great opportunity for sellers to merchandise and shoppers to buy items in one place and have fun doing it. The Flea Market is a rain-or-shine event.

The Bethel Park Community Foundation is very excited to bring back the 2nd Annual South Park Summer Rev Up and Roll Car Cruise and Craft Festival to the Allegheny County Fairgrounds in South Park, June 22, from 10 am until 8 pm. Bring your entire family out to the fairgrounds to peruse over 1000 classic and antique cars, and listen to great oldies band American Pie and hot local country band Saddle Up on the County stage at center field. Also, shop the unique and wonderful handcrafted items from some of the best regional artists and crafters who will be inside the Museum and Agricultural buildings right at the field. There will also be games, crafts and activities for the kids, food and drink vendors, Emergency Responder Vehicles on display and K-9 and kennel shows. Admission to the event is free and there is no charge to bring you classic or antique car. If you would like to find out more information or are interested in becoming a sponsor or crafter, go to www.revupandroll.com or call 412-559-7039.

June 22 - Chatham Baroque
Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Place: Monroeville Community Park Amphitheater, 2399 Tilbrook Road, Monroeville, PA 15146

Immaculate Conception in Bloomfield annual festival June 25th-28th. Nightly dinners start at 4 pm. Booths open at 6 pm until 11 pm food, games, rides, nightly entertaiment and lots family fun. Wheels of chance poker, and blackjack. Come and check out one of the largest flea markets. If taking the bus these are the routes that will get you there 54C North Side-Oakland-South Side, 77A Oakmont, 77B Penn Hills,77C Shadyside ,77D Highland-Friendship 77F Morningside-Friendship 77G Stanton Heights-Friendship 86A East Hills 86B Frankstown

Enjoy a great evening with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra and special guest artist Isaac Hayes, while directly supporting the North Hills Youth Ministry Counseling Center. When you attend the 5th Annual Community Partners Concert you may designate the NHYMCC as the beneficiary of your ticket purchase. The NHYMCC designated number is #6667. Simply enter this code online or inform the box office when ordering tickets. Tickets can be purchased through the PSO box office (412-392-4900) or at pittsburghsymphony.org. Tickets range from $21.25 - $112.25. The concert is Thursday, June 26, 8:00 pm, Heinz Hall.

Casting call for The Ballet Academy of Irwin’s production of "Cinderella."
OPEN BALLET AUDITIONS - Sat., May 31, from 11 AM to 1 PM
Pre-registration required.
Audition is open to all area ballet students between the ages of 8 and 25. Student ages 5-7 are also welcome but need not audition. Performance is scheduled for early September. Non BAI students welcome to participate and are not expected to leave their current dance studio. Rehearsals will take place throughout the summer beginning June 27. Please contact (724) 864-1460 for details.
Audition Fee $10. Participation fee also applies.
1159 Brownstown Road, North Huntingdon
balletacademyofirwin@verizon.net
www.balletacademyofirwin.com

Carnival Spectaculaire June 28, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm. Come one; come all to the amazing, riveting, wondrous spectacle of music, acrobats art and magic, feats of skill and bravery, and fantastic food and delectable drink. Admission is just 25 cents per person.

Light of Life is holding their annual walk to raise funds and awareness for its Rescue Mission. "Tunch & Wolf's Walk for the Homeless" will be held on Saturday, June 28, at Gold Lot 2 next to Heinz Field at Rooney Avenue. Registration will begin at 8:30am and the walk at 10:00am. Sponsor sheets and/or additional information can be obtained by calling 412-803-4171 or visiting the website at www.lolwalk.org

Natrona Annual Community Yard Sale June 28, from 7am to 4pm
Off Rt.28 to exit 15
Directions: Exit 15 to stop sign,make Right, go to stop sign, make Right, stop sign stright, red light stright, down to bottom of hill.
Come and have some fun and find a treasure. There will be yard sales, bake sales and food sales.

The Hunt Institute for Botanical Documentation presents the exhibition "Edward Donovan: Naturalist Artist, Author and Collector" through June 29, featuring selections from its large collection of botanical watercolors by the early 19th-century British naturalist Edward Donovan. The Institute is located on the fifth floor of Hunt Library at Carnegie Mellon University in Oakland. Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon and 1-5 p.m.; Sunday, 1-4 p.m. (except 18 and 25–26 May). For more information, call 412-268-2434 or visit http://huntbot.andrew.cmu.edu/HIBD/Exhibitions/Exhibitions.shtml

June 29 - JazzBeau
Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Place: Monroeville Community Park Amphitheater, 2399 Tilbrook Road, Monroeville, PA 15146

Vacation Bible School July 7 thru July 11, 2008 "WaterWorks Park" 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM For children ages 4 through the completion of grade 6. Free of charge

Pre-register NOW Jefferson United Methodist Church 310 Gill Hall Road Jefferson Hills, Pennsylvania 15025 412 653 3222

BURGER BASHImmaculate Conception parish in Irwin will hold a Burger Bash on Sat, July 12th from 11AM to 2PM on the corner of 2nd and Oak streets. Our Almost Famous Corner Burger, with or without secret-recipe onions is $2. For pre-orders of 10 or more, call 724-863-6947 by Fri, July 11.

Burgettstown Community Day 5K Fun Run & Walk Burgettstown, PA. Saturday July 12. 9 AM Start. Benefits: Burgettstown Area Community Development Corporation. Awards: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in 20 categories (12 Runner and 8 Walker). Registration Fee: $15 per person OR $12 each with families of 4 or more. Pre-registration ends July 3rd. Race Day registration will be between 8 AM-8:30 AM.

RELAY FOR LIFE EAST July 12-13 at Penn Hills High School Stadium. Come and enjoy a fun-filled day, carnival-style, and experience a Relay for Life signature event for the American Cancer Society. Teams of people will be walking the track for 24 hours while their team members sell crafts, food, baskets, ice cones and more at their tent site on the track. Money raised benefits the American Cancer Society while increasing cancer awareness in your community. At nightfall, the event stops for a special Luminary Ceremony with bagged, lighted votives around the track to honor someone that has conquered cancer or in memory of someone who lost their battle. The votives burn throughout the night and serve as an inspiration to all participants as the reason for Relay for Life. If you need any information or would like to get involved with the Relay please contact the committe chair: Connie Ainsworth 412-795-7702

July 13 - Azucar (presented by Monroeville Arts Council)
Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Place: Monroeville Community Park Amphitheater, 2399 Tilbrook Road, Monroeville, PA 15146

East Brady Area Riverfest: July 18, 19, and 20
We start at 6:30 p.m. until 11 p.m. on the 18th
19th - 11:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m.
20th - 12:00 p.m. until 5:30 p.m.
Graham Field (football field), Verner St., East Brady, Pa.
Fun filled weekend, craft and food vendors, parade, live music, dance demos, car cruise, games, contests, auction, fireworks, magican, wild animal show, and more. come out and spend an enjoyable weekend with us. Our theme is Riverfest Country Fair. For more information contact Ann at 724-841-6219 or Sally at 724-526-5174 or 724-841-6218, or e-mail eastbradyareariverfest@yahoo.com

Ride for Autism '08 Motorcylcle Run
WHEN: Saturday, July 19, registration begins at 11AM, last bike out at 1PM
WHERE: The Witches, Springdale
WHO (Group Name/Sponsor): 2008 FBR H.O.P.E. for Tomorrow benefitting Autism Speaks Walk Now for Autism
CONTACT: Cathy Hughes 866-4-FBR-ASD or autismservices@familybehavioralresources.com
WEBSITE: familybehavioralresources.com
Ride begins at the Witches in Springdale and will travel a 100 mile loop with stops along the way, returning to the Witches for a pig roast.

July 20 - Teen Music Showcase (presented by Teen Oasis)
Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Place: Monroeville Community Park Amphitheater, 2399 Tilbrook Road, Monroeville, PA 15146

ELDERTON CAR SHOW July 26 (Rain or Shine)
Elderton/ Plumcreek Rec. Park, Lytle Street, Elderton, Pa 15736
Registration:$8 9am-noon
Trophy Presentation at 4pm
Motorcycles, Antique Tractors and Special Interests Welcome!
Music by: Jerry B. & Maxi Oldie Show
Dash Plaques To The First 150 Cars. Three Trophies Per Class.
DOOR PRIZES, 50/50, TONS OF FOOD & DRINKS
SPECTATORS ARE FREE AND WE HAVE TONS OF FREE PARKING
*All proceeds benefit the Elderton/Plumcreek Rec. Park
*Vehicles must be driven to the judging field
*Cars for sale will not be judged.
Visit our website at www.geocities.com/eldertoncarshow

July 27 - East Wind Symphonic Band (sponsored by Arden Courts)
Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Place: Monroeville Community Park Amphitheater, 2399 Tilbrook Road, Monroeville, PA 15146

3rd Annual Marcus L. Ruscitto Charitable Foundation Golf Invitational
Monday, July 28
St. Clair Country Club
The Marcus L. Ruscitto Charitable Foundation was established as a legacy to an energetic young leader and visionary who devoted his time to helping people grow and pursue their dreams. A limited number of foursomes are still available. Contact info@marcusruscittofoundation.org or visit www.marcusruscittofoundation.org

Art from Our Hearts Quilt Show: August 1-3, Community College of Allegheny County, Boyce Campus, 595 Beatty Street, Monroeville, PA 15146. Friday and Saturday 10 AM - 5 PM and Sunday 11 AM - 3 PM. Sponsored by Quilt Company East Quilt Guild. Admission Price: $5. Merchants, demonstrations, raffles, door prizes, classes. A special feature of the show is the quilt that was made in the 1980's as a science project for the Science Center depicting 2 inch blocks signed by 32,000 people. The quilt was featured in Quilters Newsletter Magazine in 1990 and will be on display at this quilt show.
Web Site: www.quiltcoeast.org
Contact Name: webmaster@quiltcoeast.org

Immaculate Conception parish in Irwin is hosting a burger bash on Sat, Aug 2 from 11AM to 2PM on the corner of Second and Oak streets. Our burger was the Gold Winner for "Best Independent Burger" in the Trib Total Media 2008 Reader's Choice Awards. Still only $2 with or without our secret-recipe onions. Chips, pop and bottled water are also available for purchase. For pre-orders of 10 or more, call 724-863-6947 by Fri, Aug. 1.

Aug 3 - Shakespeare in the Park (presented by Poor Urick Players)
Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Place: Monroeville Community Park Amphitheater, 2399 Tilbrook Road, Monroeville, PA 15146

“Forever Free: Abraham Lincoln’s Journey to Emancipation” focuses on Lincoln’s quest to restore a Union divided by Civil War. Cranberry Public Library, August 8- Sept 19. Organized by the Huntington Library, San Marino, Ca. and the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History, New York City, in cooperation with American Library Association, this free exhibition shows how Lincoln’s beliefs about freeing slaves were transformed by war-time developments. 2525 Rochester Rd, Cranberry Twp, Pa 16066. 724-776-9100

Aug 10 - Davisson Brothers Band
Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Place: Monroeville Community Park Amphitheater, 2399 Tilbrook Road, Monroeville, PA 15146

Entrepreneurial Thursdays Rhythm Jazz & Blues Happy Hour Show - Job Fair and networking event
August 14, Cost: $5 entry fee
Where: Sassy Marie’s (formerly the legendary James Street Tavern), at the corner of James Street and Foreland Street – 422 Foreland Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15212. The Show will be held in the newly renovated room on the second floor with a separate entrance on James Street.
Time: 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Pittsburgh's only bi-monthly Job Fair. Employers, to become a Sponsor or for a low cost Booth - Call Danette O'Connell 412-400-0887

Aug 17 - 8th Street Rox
Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Place: Monroeville Community Park Amphitheater, 2399 Tilbrook Road, Monroeville, PA 15146

2nd Annual Charlie Ross Memorial Charity Invitational Golf Outing
Friday, August 22
Registration Time: 10:00 A.M.; Shot Gun Start: 12:30 P.M.
Cost: $250 per golfer
Location: Quicksilver Golf Club, 2000 Quicksilver Road, Midway, PA
Contact: Alyssa O'Toole, Director of Development
Phone: 412/344-3640
The 2nd Annual Charlie Ross Memorial Charity Invitational Golf Outing includes 18 holes of golf with a cart, lunch, dinner, prizes (including the chance to win a car), silent auction and raffle. Proceeds from this event benefit the men and women receiving services from Mainstay Life Services, a nonprofit organization that provides community living arrangements and supports for individuals with developmental disabilities, and their families.

Monroeville EthnicFEST - August 24, from 2pm-6pm at Monroeville Community Park, 2399 Tilbrook Road, Monroeville, PA 15146. EthnicFEST is a new event that celebrates the food, cultural arts and fun of specific ethnic groups. This year the focus will be on a variety of cultures. Contact: Karen Barton (412) 856-1006

The fourth annual Sotto Voce Poetry Festival is scheduled to be held in Shepherdstown September 5-7. Grace Cavalieri, who has authored numerous books of poetry, is one of four established poets whose work will be featured at the festival. The others will be Andrea Hollander Budy, Sarah Maclay, and Terrance Hayes. In addition to giving readings, the featured poets will lead small-group workshops which will be open to poets and writers of all skill levels. Cavalieri will lead a workshop on the dramatic poem. Budy will lead one on "Shaping the Poem: Managing Lines and Stanzas." Maclay will teach "En-Chant-Ment," a workshop in which participants will study poems that pull the reader in by "casting a spell." Hayes's workshop will be entitled "New Shadows: Moving Poems from Imitation to Innovation." Those who wish to enroll in the workshops will be able to do so online through the website or by calling 301-667-1391. Early enrollment is encouraged because the workshops will be limited to 8 to 10 participants. Full details about the workshops and the rest of the Festival's schedule will be available by early June at www.somondocopress.com/sottovoce

Immaculate Conception parish in Irwin is hosting a burger bash on Sat, Sept 6 from 11AM to 2PM on the corner of Second and Oak streets. Our burger was the Gold Winner for "Best Independent Burger" in the Trib Total Media 2008 Reader's Choice Awards. Still only $2 with or without our secret-recipe onions. Chips, pop and bottled water are also available for purchase. For pre-orders of 10 or more, call 724-863-6947 by Fri, Sept 5.

The Speakman Financial Group is hosting its 7th Annual Charity Golf Outing to benefit the Pregnancy Resource Center of the South Hills (PRC). The outing is on September 15 at The Chartiers Country Club. Our fabulous grand prize is a week in the Cayman Islands and a Hole-in-One will win you a 2008 Chevy Malibu. If you would like to put a foursome together or to play individually and want more information, please contact the PRC at 412-833-7445 or visit www.prcsh.org. The PRC is a 501C3 non-profit organization that has helped thousands of individuals in the South Hills area. All of the PRC’s services and programs are free and confidential! Some of the services include free pregnancy tests, sexually transmitted disease testing, counseling, ultrasounds, childbirth classes, parenting classes, legal and medical referrals, baby furniture and clothing, post abortion counseling and rape counseling. In addition, the PRC is in 42 public high schools and middle schools educating students through our “in the kNOw” Abstinence Program.

Pittsburgh Watercolor Society is having a digital art workshop with National artist Linda Doll. Dates: Sept. 15 -19. Workshop held at Third Street Gallery, Carnegie PA. Cost: $400. Contact info: Sim Cha 412-421-3369 or E-mail: schasports@aol.com

Washington County Covered Bridge Festival at the Brownlee Bridge
McGuffey Community Park, Claysville, PA
Saturday and Sunday, September 20-21, 10 AM – 5 PM
Entertainment, food, crafts, and demonstrations such as quilting, caning, and spinning
For more information, contact Dan Riggle 724-663-4380
Sponsored by the Washington County Tourism Promotion Agency (www.washwow.com)

Help the American Heart Association get America walking by supporting the Pittsburgh Start! Heart Walk on Saturday, September 27 at Heinz Field. As the signature fundraising event for the American Heart Association, the Start! Heart Walk promotes physical activity and heart-healthy living in a fun family environment. Registration opens at 8am and the walk begins at 10am. Join us on September 27 and help make a difference. The life you save could be your own. www.americanheart.org

The Upper St. Clair/Bethel Park Rotary Club would like to invite you to our 20th annual Chicken Bar-B-Que to be held on Saturday, October 4th, from 11 am to 7 pm at Westminster Church on Washington Road near South Hills Village. You will receive 1/2 chicken, cole slaw, baked beans, dinner roll, dessert and drink. Tickets are $10 each and advanced purchase is encouraged. Feel free to dine in or take advantage of our drive thru service. This fundraiser benefits the Make-A-Wish Foundation, St. Francis Early Learning Institute, Camp Aim, Southwinds, YMCA Camp Kon-O-Kwee, South Hills Interfaith Ministries (SHIM), and many other benevolent organizations. For tickets or additional information, call Brian Schill at 412-833-6229 or email him at BLSchill@aol.com.

Immaculate Conception parish in Irwin is hosting a burger bash on Sat, Oct 4 from 11AM to 2PM on the corner of Second and Oak streets. Our burger was the Gold Winner for "Best Independent Burger" in the Trib Total Media 2008 Reader's Choice Awards. Still only $2 with or without our secret-recipe onions. Chips, pop and bottled water, coffee and hot chocolate are also available for purchase. Eat in or under the tents. For pre-orders of 10 or more, call 724-863-6947 by Fri, Oct 3.

Entrepreneurial Thursdays Rhythm Jazz & Blues Happy Hour Show - Job Fair and networking event
October 9, Cost: $5 entry fee
Where: Sassy Marie’s (formerly the legendary James Street Tavern), at the corner of James Street and Foreland Street – 422 Foreland Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15212. The Show will be held in the newly renovated room on the second floor with a separate entrance on James Street.
Time: 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Pittsburgh's only bi-monthly Job Fair. Employers, to become a Sponsor or for a low cost Booth - Call Danette O'Connell 412-400-0887

Friday, October 24
DePaul School for Hearing & Speech "Reach for the Stars" Centennial Gala
Omni William Penn Hotel
Join us for a historic evening at one of Pittsburgh’s grandest hotels (black tie optional). Please contact us now at 412-924-1012 to reserve tickets, and for more information.

Holiday Craft & Vendor Show: November 16
10:00 AM 4:00 PM
Clarion Hotel, 300 Tarentum Bridge Road, New Kensington, PA 15068
Craft and vendor show with lots of crafters and some of your favorite vendors. Some vendors include: Arbonne International, Tupperware, Home Interiors & Pampered Chef. Space Available. For more information please contact Melissa @ 412-965-6480 or 724-226-9334 or by e-mail @ craftshowladies@yahoo.com

May and June: Apply to become a Court Appointed Special Advocate for abused and neglected children in Allegheny County. We extensively train community members on how to become a CASA volunteer. Attend an Open House to learn more about CASA, our upcoming volunteer trainings, and the application process. Our Open Houses are held every third Wednesday of every month, at 6pm. These hour-long programs are located in our Downtown office, at 564 Forbes Avenue, suite 902. Contact CASA at 412-594-3606 or fill out our web form at www.pgh-casa.org to RSVP. CASA’s mission is to ensure that every child has a safe, supportive and permanent home by providing volunteer advocacy for the best interests of abused and neglected children within the child welfare system.

Compulsive Eaters Anonymous is a local, nonprofit organization that offers help, year-round, to anyone in our community. CEA is a free, 12-Step, self-help group for anyone who has a problem with food, weight, eating,