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"Heroes in Action" Vacation Bible School - Becoming the Hero God wants you to BE!

Sponsored by the Emsworth U.P. Church in partnership with Camp Crestfield and the Pittsburgh Presbytery.

Each day we will learn about a different Hero in the Bible and how we can follow their example to becoming a Hero too. The adventure runs from 6:00 – 8:30 PM July 26th – 30th. Registration is open for all children in grades K through 6. Parents and family are invited to join us for a picnic Friday, July 30 from 6:00 – 7:00PM where we will treat you and review all we have learned.

Emsworth U.P. Church is located on 73 Hiland Avenue, Emsworth, PA 15202.

Registration is free and easy to do. Just stop by any Sunday morning between 10:00 and 11:00AM, you can call the church office - 412.766.4238, or you can email a registration request to emsworthupc@verizon.net

Please visit us on the web at www.emsworthupchurch.org.

Pigeon Creek Presbyterian Church VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

45 Church Road, Eighty Four, PA 15330

July 26 through July 30

6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Information call: Tara at 724-228-2546 or Church: 724-225-3431

Vacation Bible School

Where: The River Community Church
200 Freeport Road
New Kensington

When: July 26-30
6:30 pm -8:30 pm

Who: Children ages 3 - 6th grade

Cost: FREE

Contact: VBSatTheRiver@hotmail.com or 412-715-2885 (Jason)

Cherry City Vol. Fire Co. Street Fair

July 28 - July 31, 2010
7pm - 11pm

Food, rides for the kids, games of chance, bingo and much more.

Location - Cherry City Firehall
Shaler Township
309 Davis Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15209
(412) 822-7000

25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

H-I-L-A-R-I-O-U-S! That's the only way to spell this smash-hit musical comedy! 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is the story of how six young people in the throes of puberty, overseen by grown-ups who barely managed to escape childhood themselves, learn that winning isn't everything and that losing doesn't necessarily make you a loser.

Thursday, July 29--Saturday, July 31, 2010 @ 8:00 PM

New Hazlett Theater
Allegheny Square East
Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for seniors and students

Tickets will be available at the door or can be purchase online at:www.showclix.com

All ticket proceeds to benefit Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure Pittsburgh Affiliate

Who: St. Athanasius Church (West View)
7 Chalfonte Avenue
West View, Pa 15229

What: Annual Parish Festival

When: July 29, 30, 31
Time: 5pm-11pm each night

Dinners will be served nightly from 5-7pm

July 29 – Italian Night
July 30- Fish Fry
July 31- Nationality Night

Cost $ 8.00 Adults * Children ( 12 & Under) $5.00

Contact Person- Patrice 412-931-4624 For more information

There will be a children's corner( open 5-9pm), games, raffle, 50/50, bingo, Chinese auction inflatable rides for children ,farmers market & flea market

Whitney Avenue Art Gallery official celebration party

July 31st, 4:00 - 9pm.

Location: 700 block of Whitney Avenue

Go take a stroll along the 700 block of Whitney Avenue and look at the artwork that is being placed on the boards at 710, 708, 706 and part of 702. You will be amazed!

Rochester's "Hub Up In Smoke" Car Cruise

Saturday, July 31, 2010 ~ Noon to 9:30 PM
Adams Street & Brighton Avenue, Rochester

The annual Rochester car cruise is back in 2010 with fun for the entire family. Classic cars, food and beverage vendors, and disc jockeys will be lining the streets of downtown Rochester. Live bands will be playing throughout the day! Children's activities, face painting, and family entertainment included! Burnouts starting at 6:00! Free admission! Call (724) 774-1599 or visit www.hubupinsmoke.com or www.rochesterareafire.com for details on the event or information on becoming a vendor.

Backyard Bash at Bailey

Come join FBR for some backyard fun with your family and friends to help raise awareness for Autism!

Backyard Bash At Bailey

Sponsored by FBR Uniontown, in coordination with Mayor Ed Fike and The City of Uniontown’s Parks and Recreation.

July 31, at Bailey Park

Hopeful Hearts 5K Race/Walk And Family Fun Activities

5k starts at 9:00 A.M.
Race Day Registration from 8– 8:45 A.M.
Entry Fee: Ages 13 and above: $15;
Ages 12 and under: $10
All 5K Entries prior to July 17th will receive a free t-shirt

For more information, please call 724-438-3011

CONWAY COMMUNITY DAY

Jul 31

12:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Conway Volunteer Fire Department
Corner of Foote and Gross Streets, Conway, PA.

Noon until Fireworks

Food
Games
Craft Booths
Rides for the Kids
Conway Fire Dept. Open House
FIREWORKS at Night

Volunteers and Vendors Needed
Contact the Conway Recreation Committee for Information.
(724) 869-5550

Crisis Center North announces benefit Biker Run to be held Saturday, July 31. All bikers welcome, no colors please. Riders can register starting at 10 am at RPM’s in Bridgeville, with the ride starting at 12pm. Riders will enjoy a 90-mile scenic route, with stops planned at Bikini’s, Mouse Trap, and Bull Pen. Registration fees are $20 per person or $30 per couple, which includes coffee and donuts at registration, a cook out later in the day and a special appearance by the Motley Crue cover band, Dr. Feel Good. The event will also feature a 50/50 raffle and a Chinese Auction. Donations of used cell phones are appreciated, please bring corresponding charger. Rain date is August 7, 2010.

The North Suburban Big Band presents its annual concert at 7:30 p.m. on July 31 at St. John's Lutheran Church of Highland on Cumberland Road in McCandless. Tickets $10/kids under 12 free. Call 412-366-1983 or go to www.nssband.org for more info.

JBF Pittsburgh Youth Sports Consignment Sale

Saturday, July 31st 8am-8pm ($3 Admission* or Join Online Mailing List for FREE Pass!)
Sunday, August 1st 8am-2pm ~ Many items 50% OFF! (free admission) *Admission fees collected will benefit The Mario Lemieux Foundation

RMU Island Sports Center ~ Neville Island ~ 7600 Grand Ave., Pittsburgh 15225

The sale provides an avenue for families to SHOP, SELL and SAVE on just about anything related to youth sports: sports equipment, sporting goods, sports apparel and much more. Items are accepted for hockey, golf, figure skating, football, baseball, softball, lacrosse, soccer, skiing, snow sports, tennis, racquet sports, and more!

CONSIGNORS prepare & price their own items and drop them off during the drop-off period at the beginning of the sales event; and they can earn 55-70% of their sales (see web site for details). VOLUNTEERS are eligible to shop 1st and can earn 5% more on their sales if they consign. At the end of the event, consignors can choose to DONATE their unsold items to benefit local charities, including Pittsburgh ICE and the YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh; or they can pick up unsold items.

Cash, Visa, MasterCard & Discover are accepted as forms of payment. JBF encourages recycling at its best! Visit www.pittsburghnorth.jbfsale.com for more details and to sign up to participate as a consignor, volunteer, shopper or just to join the email mailing list!

Art in the Park

Come enjoy music from local bands – R&B, Jazz, Gospel, Folk, and others!

Thursdays in July and August

6:30 – 8:15 pm

Parklet on Penn Avenue (next door to H&R Block, across from Jean’s)

Check out www.wilkinsburgpa.gov for a schedule

Aug. 1, 2010
The Gazebo Park in Beaver, across from the Beaver County Courthouse on Third Street

Registration: 4:00PM - 5:30PM
Runners 5K / 10K Begin: 6:00PM
Walkers Begin: 6:10PM

Pre-registration ends JULY 25th!

Pre-registration: $15
Late Registration: $25

Each participant will receive a great goodie bag
Awards for top 3 placements in each age bracket and gender
Pasta dinner including (pasta, salad, bread, fruit, beverages) following the walk / run
More information: www.fli5k.com

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

Hilltop United Methodist Church
222 Church Lane
Madison, PA 15663

August 1st through August 6th from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Registration: Sunday, August 1st at 6:00 p.m.

Theme: "Galactic Blast"
Age: Pre-school to 6th Grade

Any questions contact: Sandy Captain (724) 326-8328 or (412) 849-9736

Golfers are invited to participate in the sixth annual Sisters of St. Francis of the Neumann Communities (Millvale) Golf Tournament on Monday, August 2 at Sewickley Heights Golf Club, 126 Backbone Road in Sewickley, Pa., 15143.

Participants will enjoy the new shamble (modified scramble) format as they play 18 holes of golf with a 12 p.m. shotgun start. There will be opportunities to win a variety of unique skill and hole-in-one prizes. Lunch, dinner and a silent auction are also part of the day’s events. Sponsorships, underwriting support, golfers, silent auction items and gift certificates are welcome. Proceeds benefit the mission and ministries of the Sisters of St. Francis of the Neumann Communities as they serve people in need.

Those wishing to make a tax-deductible donation to the Sisters of St. Francis may send a check or money order to: Sisters of St. Francis, Attn: Golf, 146 Hawthorne Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15209.

For more information about the Sisters of St. Francis, Millvale Golf Tournament, please call the golf tournament office at 412-821-2200, extension 217.

Steel Center AVTS will be conducting a “Technology Camp” this summer. The camp is designed for the middle school and high school student interested in exploring the basic skills needed for a career in computer related technology. Students will participate in fun, hands-on activities.

The dates of the camp are August 2nd, 3rd, and 4th. The camp will start at 9:00 AM and end at 3:00 PM each day.

The fee is $10 per student and includes lunch each day and a camp t-shirt. The $10 fee can be waived for low income families with verification of income.

Students will learn the following: Computer game development; Creating websites and podcasts; Drawing a 3D building using RIVIT software; Computer art using Photoshop; Building basic circuits and soldering techniques; and Technology team building. The camp will be held at Steel Center AVTS, 565 Lewis Run Road, Jefferson Hills, PA 15025. Enrollment is limit to 50 students on a first come first serve basis. To enroll or for more information call Mr. Ray Brendel, Camp Director, (412) 469-3200 x111 or visit our web site at www.scavts.net.

Auditions for "The Children's Hour"

Monday and Tuesday, August 2-3
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Philadelphia Street Playhouse
725 Philadelphia Street
Indiana, PA 15701

Actors needed:
9 Girls - 12 to 15 years old
5 Women - various ages
1 Boy - in his teens
1 Man - in his 30s
Please note: For this play, all under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to the auditions. Show dates: September 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, 19, 2010

http://www.indianaplayers.com

LEARN TO PLAY FOOTBALL - The Guyasuta Area Football Association serves primarily the Fox Chapel Area School District, teaching technique, teamwork and sportsmanship to Cheerleaders and Football Players, ages 6 to 14. Guyasuta is a member of the Keystone Bantum League whose member clubs field teams that Fox Chapel players will meet all through High School.

Practice starts at O’Hara Elementary on August 3. (It’s OK to miss if you are on vacation.) We play a nine game schedule and home games are played at Fox Chapel High School though mid October.

GUYASUTA PROVIDES FUTURE HIGH SCHOOL PLAYERS AND CHEERLEADERS WITH VERY VALUABLE COMPETITION EXPERIENCE! EVERYBODY GETS PLAYING TIME! Families create great friendships and camaraderie watching practices and games. It’s a great way for families to be outdoors on late summer evenings.

For more information, visit our website guyasutafootball.com or call Barb McBriar 412-967-0110. COME AND JOIN THE FUN!

Fabulous Flea Boutique

The Fabulous Flea Boutique coincides with the St. Irenaues Summerfest. The Fabulous Flea Boutique opens its doors 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 5 - Saturday, Aug. 7; and 9 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 8, in the PLEC Building on the St. Irenaeus Campus, 387 Maryland Ave., Oakmont.

Youth Soccer Camp    "Get Back on Your Game" soccer camp will be held Tuesday, August 3rd- Friday, August 6 from 6:30 - 8:30 PM at the Dible Soccer Fields in Penn Hills. The camp is open to any boy or girl ages 4-12 interested in soccer! Cost is $40 per player and proceeds benefit the Penn Hills High School Boys Soccer Team Boosters. Each player will receive a camp t-shirt and pizza party on the last day of camp. Please contact MJ at gmaapa@aol.com to register or for further information. 

Medicare Solutions Informational Seminar

Highmark’s Medicare Solutions experts will discuss the variety of health care coverage plans for people with Medicare and help individuals find the right plan to fit their needs.

To register for this event, call 1-800-350-4135.

Date - August 3, 2010
Time - 11:00 AM
Location - Highmark Direct, McKnight Siebert Shopping Center, Pittsburgh PA 15237

Date - August 4, 2010
Time - 11:00 AM
Location - Kindred Hospital Pittsburgh, 7777 Steubenville Pike, Pittsburgh, PA 15071

Date - August 4, 2010 Time - 1:00 PM Location - Kindred Hospital Pittsburgh, 7777 Steubenville Pike, Pittsburgh, PA 15071

Date - August 10, 2010
Time - 1:00 PM
Location - Dormont Library, 2950 West Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pa 15216

Date - August 11, 2010
Time - 10:00 AM
Location - Sewickley Library, 5 Thorn Street, Sewickley PA 15143

Date - August 11, 2010
Time - 1:00 PM
Location - Shaler Library, 1822 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw, PA 15116

Date - August 12, 2010
Time - 11:30 AM
Location - Plum Senior Community Center, 499 New Texas Road, Plum Pa 15239

Date - August 13, 2010
Time - 10:00 AM
Location - Destination Wellness, Pittsburgh Mills, Tarentum, PA 15084

Date - August 13, 2010
Time - 12:30 pm
Location - King's Family Restaurant, Five Alpha Drive, Harmarville, PA 15238

Date - August 13, 2010
Time - 11:00 AM
Location - Lifeforce Fitness Center, 270 Curry Hollow Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15236

Date - August 17, 2010
Time - 11:00 AM
Location - Highmark Direct, McKnight Seibert Shopping Center, Pittsburgh PA 15237

Date - August 17, 2010
Time - 11:00 AM
Location - Moon Library, 1700 Beaver Grade Road, Moon Township, PA 15108

78th Annual Norwin Community Picnic

Wednesday, August 4, Hosted by the Norwin Chamber of Commerce At Idlewild Park – Gates Open at 10:30a.m.

Tickets on Sale Now!

$18 Regular

$17 Seniors

Ticket Sale Locations:

Norwin Chamber of Commerce

Norwin Public Library

Giant Eagle of North Huntingdon

Commercial Bank & Trust of PA – Norwin Hills Shopping Center

Schedule of Events:

12:00 – 1:00p.m. Nursery Rhyme Game at Story Book Forest

1:00 – 5:00p.m. Bingo in Pavilion #D-2

7:00p.m. Prize Drawings at Main Stage

Sponsorship Levels Available.

For more information contact the Norwin Chamber of Commerce at 724-863-0888

Steel Town Etsy artisans will host an indie craft trunk show on August 6th, 2010 at Schmutz Lodge from 5:30 pm to 10:00 pm. The Schmutz Lodge is located at 5405 Broad St, Pittsburgh, PA 15206.

Happening as part of the artsy frolic, food, people, and buzz that is Penn Avenue’s Unblurred Art Gallery Crawl, the trunk show will bring together some of Pittsburgh’s most talented artisans and their unique, sometimes offbeat, handmade wares!

Join our celebration of local arts and culture for fun, mingling with the creatively cool, and the opportunity to meet the faces behind Steel Town Etsy! Awaiting you is one-of-a-kind and original art of all types of media; handcrafted and upcycled jewelry, clothing, and toys; and steampunk, zombie-inspired, and nature-influenced goods made with plenty o’ Steel Town love!

Holy Trinity Festival

The Holy Trinity Festival will be held Wednesday, August 4 thru Saturday, August 7, on the parish and school grounds. Festival times are 6-11pm Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday and 5-11pm on Saturday.

The festival will feature a variety of Great Ethnic Food, Rides, Games, Inflatable Attractions, Bingo, Casino Games, White Elephant and Live Entertainment.

Performances listed begin at 7pm

Please visit our website at www.htsfestival.org for more information.

Holy Trinity is located at 5718 Steubenville Pike in Robinson Township.

Commonwealth Connections Academy (CCA), a virtual charter school, is hosting a local information session to educate parents and families about CCA’s unique curriculum, which uses technology and more to deliver individualized education for each student.

Because CCA is a Pennsylvania public school, there are no costs for tuition, fees or supplies.

We invite families to come see the program first-hand, meet teachers and families, and learn more about CCA.

When: August 04, 2010 @ 6:30 PM
August 26, 2010 @ 6:30 PM
Where: Hampton Inn and Suites
1246 Smallman Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15222

When: August 05, 2010 @ 6:30 PM
Where: Citizens Library
55 S. College St
Washington, PA 15301

Miracle Treat Day - Thursday Aug. 5

DQ partners with Children's Miracle Network to help improve the lives of children and support CMN affiliated hospitals like Pittsburgh Children's Hospital.

Every year, typically on a Thursday in August, DQ will contribute proceeds from blizzard sales from that day to CMN.

Buy a Blizzard treat at a participating DQ location on Miracle Treat Day and $1 or more per treat will benefit your local Children's Miracle Network Hospital.

Visit MiracleTreatDay.com to find a participating location.

29th Annual Festa Italiana

August 5/6/7

Mt. St. Peter Roman Catholic Church
100 Freeport Road
New Kensington, PA 15068

Thursday-Saturday 5:00 10PM
Mass @4PM Saturday
Free Admission
Homemade Italian Food Specialties
Desserts and Pastries
LIVE MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT
Thursday -Jimbo and the Soupbones ..........7:00-10:00
Friday - Rick Farinelli Big Band..............7:00-10:00
Saturday -The Cavaliers ........................ 7:00-10:00
Italian Music and More

Games and Entertainment for Children
Adult Games of Chance Must be 21
BINGO Instant Bingo 50/50 Raffle Grand Raffle
Buses @ Valley High School Parking Lot -
Thursday & Friday 4:00-10PM - Saturday 3-10:00PM
Website for directions and details - www.mountsaintpeter.org/Festa/Festa.html

ST. RAPHAEL PARISH BAZAAR

Thursday, August 5, 2010 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM (Parade at 6:30 PM)
Friday, August 6, 2010 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Saturday, August 7, 2010 6:00 PM – 10:30 PM (Immediately following Mass)
Sunday, August 8, 2010 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM

1154 Chislett Street, Pittsburgh PA 15206

Live Music, Children’s Rides, Moonwalk, Bake Sale, Food Court, Bingo, Flea Market, 50/50 Raffle, Big $10,000 Raffle.

Grand parade at 6:30 PM on Thursday, August 5 to kick off the Bazaar. Games of chance for every age group. Skip dinner and come to St. Raphael’s for great food & family fun!

2010 Liver Awareness Night - Friday, August 6, 7:05 pm PNC Park

All fans will receive a Andrew McCutchen Bobblehead.

The American Liver Foundation is hosting a special day at PNC Park to honor and recognize those who are affected by liver disease and to create awareness about liver health. The Allegheny Division supports Western Pennsylvania and the State of West Virginia.

For this fundraising program we have two levels of seating. The first is the Outfield Box section. These tickets are $20 a piece and the Liver Foundation receives $5 for every ticket sold!

The second level of seating are the L/R Grandstands. These tickets are only $12 a piece and the foundation will receive $3 for every ticket sold.

The great thing about this program is that the Pirates do everything for you. All you have to do is mail, call or fax in the order form and the Pirates do the rest!! The official order form is posted on our website -
www.liverfoundation.org/chapters/westernpa/events/669/

If you are a walker or Challenge participant, any tickets that you personally order for you and others will go towards your walk or challenge fundraising totals. Any other money raised will go directly to the foundation!

Groups of 20 or more will be recognized with their group name on the color LED Board Individual flyer orders that are collected and mailed in one envelope will be seated together

Deadline for tickets is seven (7) days prior to the game and all orders are subject to availability

All orders within ten (10) days of the event will be held for pick up at the main ticket office and PNC Park

Questions and ticket orders should be directed to Chaz Kellem at 412-325-4731 in order to receive the special ticket discounts.

The Flea Market at St. Germaine to benefit St. Katharine Drexel School Pre-Sale August 6 & 7, 8:30 a.m. until Noon. Many items to choose from. Come early for the best selection.

WTAE-TV Channel 4 Action News anchor Sally Wiggin will host the Make-A-Wish Foundation’s 10th Annual Walk for Strength on August 7 at Hartwood Acres to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation®. The event, which will start at 9 a.m., rain or shine, will feature a three-mile walk through the Hartwood Acres trails, door prizes, Chinese and silent auctions, refreshments and entertainment by Magician Robbie Wise and Acoustic Entertainer Garrett Mudrick.

Please register before July 30 to receive a discount rate and a free walk t-shirt. Discounted rates are $20 for adults, $15 for children ages 5-12 and $65 for a family of four. Children under 4 years of age are free. Late registration runs from July 31 – August 7. Late registration fees are $25 for adults, $20 for children ages 5-12 and $85 for a family of four. Children under 4 years of age are free. Registration on the day of the event is from 7:45 to 8:45 a.m. at the park’s Middle Road Entrance. Walkers will be entered into drawings for a 5-piece patio furniture set for every $100 donated and a touch iPod for every $50 donated. For a registration form or more information, please visit www.wishgreaterpa.org or call (412) 471-9474. Proceeds will help make wishes come true for children with life-threatening medical conditions.

THIRD ANNUAL WOLFPACK GOLF OUTING AND 19TH HOLE PICNIC

SATURDAY, AUGUST 7, AT NORVELT GOLF CLUB - LUKE’S LINKS COURSE, NORVELT, PA

SIGN-IN AT 11:30 AM – PLAY BEGINS AT 1:30 AM – PICNIC AFTER PLAY AT 3:30 PM

COST: FOURSOME BEFORE JULY 31 - $180; AFTER JULY 31 - $220; INDIVIDUALS - $55

WCCC Alumni Association is hosting a fun Golf Outing and Picnic to benefit the WCCC Alumni Association fund. Strong community support will help the WCCC Alumni Association to continue to grow and also help provide students with scholarships. An "Early Bird Foursome Discount" is being offered if you register your 4 person team before July 31, for the discount price of $180! After July 31 a Foursome will be $220 - still a great deal but why wait, sign up TODAY!

Your registration includes a round of golf on Luke's Links which consists of 2,347 yard par 33, 9 hole course, refreshments before and during golfing and a picnic following completion of play. Prizes will be awarded during the picnic.

If you are unable to play in the golf outing, you are welcome to join us for the picnic beginning at 3:30 PM for only $15 per person.

Sponsorship Opportunities are also available for this golf outing.

To register for the golf outing, or for more information on Sponsorship Opportunities please contact: Susan Scherff, Alumni Affairs Coordinator, WCCC Alumni Association, 145 Pavilion Lane – Room 202, Youngwood, PA 15697. Phone: 724-925-4040; E-mail: alumni@wccc.ed

Come help Trinity A.M.E Zion Church honor Pastor J.D. Lewis', 6 years of service and dedication. Let's enjoy good food, good music and fellowship.

When: August 7

Where: Rockefeller's Grille
1833 McKees Rocks Rd
McKees Rocks, PA 15136

Time: 7-11pm

Tickets are $30 for 18yrs or older, $20 for 13-17yrs, $10 for 5-12yrs and 4yrs and under are free
For more info call 412 867 8102 or email fluitt01@aol.com

Saturday, August 7 at 9 a.m.

19th Annual St. Barnabas Medical Center 5K Run / Walk

5830 Meridian Road, Gibsonia

The 3.1-mile, out and back, rolling course is open to runners, walkers and wheelchair athletes of all ages.

Food, beverages and live entertainment will be available at the post-race party, and participants will be eligible for drawings of prize giveaways.

New Master and Grand Master divisions! Trophies are awarded to the top three male and female finishers overall, as well as in 14 age categories and the top three corporate teams.

The cost is $16 or $20 after July 30. Those registering by July 30 are guaranteed a race T-shirt and goody bag. For additional information or an application, call (724) 444-5512 or online at www.stbarnabas5k.com.

Proceeds benefit the St. Barnabas Free Care Fund.

The 3rd Annual Rockin’ the River Boaters’ Bash for Charity combines music, food, boats and fun that all benefits the 32° Children’s Learning Center for kids with Dyslexia. Come by boat or by land and enjoy music by Sean West and the Poets and Pirates Band with special guest, The Vagrants. Sean West is the number one touring Kenny Chesney Tribute act in the country. The event held at the North Shore Riverfront Park on August 7, 2010 will also feature a Chinese Auction and several displays of new cars and boats. You must pre-register for dinner, t-shirt and VIP seating or just come for the concert (donations for the charity will be accepted). For more information and to register go to www.boatpittsburgh.com/charity.

Please join New Hope Baptist Church celebrate it's 3rd Annual H.O.P.E. Day

Saturday, August 7, 2010
11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Enjoy Free Food! Ministry and Fellowship! Community Outreach! Entertainment! Games! Face Painting! We will also be holding our very first Jump for Faith Double Dutch Jump-Off which will begin at 5:00 p.m!

This special event promotes the prevention of Juvenile Diabetes and youth obesity through physical activity. It is also designed to stimulate the growth of Youth Ministries in the area.

For more information, please call Trustee Nathaniel Duck, Director of NHBC Outreach Ministry 412-609-6787

Sponsored by New Hope Baptist Church
445 Sixth Street
Braddock, Pa 15104
412.271.8998
Robert E. Young, Pastor

Habitat for Humanity’s Kids Triathlon Series

August 7th, North Park Pool

$30 Registration fee for athletes

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Pittsburgh will host its 10th Annual Kids Triathlon Series presented by Highmark. Once again, kids from all around Allegheny County and the tri-state area will compete in the Kids Triathlon to help Habitat for Humanity provide affordable housing for the communities in Pittsburgh. All kids are encouraged to participate and are guaranteed to have fun! We are also looking for volunteers to help out. To volunteer or register an athlete, visit our website at www.kidstriathlon.org.

Operation Save Our Youth (OSOY) will be sponsoring the following event:

Event: 1st Annual Walk, Run & Ride (Against Drugs, Abuse & Violence Among Our Youth)
Date: August 7, 2010
Time: Starts at 9:00 am
Place: Renzie Park (McKeesport)
Cost: FREE
Contact: Call 412-675-0178 or visit www.osoy.net

Ride to the River for Autism Poker Run hosted by ABOARD (The Advisory Board on Autism and Related Disorders)

August 8

Ride starts and ends at Three River Harley- Davidson, 1463 Glenn Avenue, Glenshaw, PA 15116

Registration starts at 9 A.M. (Coffee and Donuts for Early Birds)

$25 for rider (Pre-Register before July 26, 2010 - $20.00), $15 for passenger

First 100 Registered receive a FREE Autism Awareness Bracelet

Event Opens at 9 A.M. Ride Begins at 11 A.M. – Rain or Shine; all vehicles welcome!!!

(3) stops before returning.

1:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M. Prizes, Food and Entertainment Included in rider ticket

Live Bands (Blues Junkies and Jumpin Jack Flash)
FREE Hot Food/Cold Beverages
50/50, Chinese Auction and Motorcycle Raffle
General admission for just food and band - $15

All proceeds benefit ABOARD

Contact: Rebecca Williams-Thomas
Email: autismnews@aboard.org
Phone: 412-449-0165
Fax: 412-781-4122
Sponsorship: Available, please call to ask about details.
Vendors: Vendors welcome, call about price and availability.

Aaren Metz has been fighting a battle with Lupus since 2000. Lupus is an inflammatory disease which affects the joints and internal organs. It affects each person differently. For Aaren, it has attacked her kidneys. She has gone through grueling chemotherapy treatments, multiple biopsies, an abundance of different medications, as well as a number of tests and blood draws. Her future holds many more tests, medications, and hospital stays, as well as dialysis treatments. All of these have created/will create an incredible amount of medical bills and financial stress.

Please join us for a Spaghetti Dinner to help raise money for Aaren and to alleviate the stress of bills so that she can focus 100% on her health.

Date: Sunday August 8, 2010

Place: St. Athanasius Roman Catholic Church
7 Chalfonte Avenue
West View, PA 15229

Time: Doors open 12:30 pm/ Food service begins at 1:00 pm-6:00pm.
There will also be a Chinese auction, 50/50 raffle, and a bake sale.

Please bring your donation with you to the dinner.
If you cannot attend, donations may also be made at any Citizens Bank in c/o The Aaren Metz Fund.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH
514 SECOND STREET
BROWNSVILLE, PA. 15417
AUGUST 9 THRU 13 FROM 6PM TO 8PM
THEME: MOSES
CONTACT: JACKIE BEVARD, 724-329-0955

Senior Speaker Series - “Lunch & Learn”

Enjoy our “Lunch & Learn” brown bag discussion group

Topic: “Total Knees”

Who: Seniors

Speaker: Jason Kelley, Manager, Drayer Physical Therapy

Tuesday, August 10, 1:00—2:00

Pine Community Center, 100 Pine Park Drive, Wexford, PA 15090

RSVP: Register at Front Desk by August 3

Following the presentation we will have a Q&A session.

Members: Free

Non-members: $5

Phone: 724-625-1636 x3

www.twp.pine.pa.us

Cotton Candy, Homemade Lemonade, Pizza, French Fries! Come sample these treats and more at the St Katharine Drexel FunFair on August 11,12,13 and 14. The Fair will be held on the St Germaine Parish Grounds at the corner of Horning and Baptist Roads in Bethel Park from 6pm-11pm nightly. Sit down dinners, food booths, games of chance, children's rides, bingo, and poker are just some of the attractions! All proceeds will benefit St Katharine Drexel School.

The American Respiratory Alliance can help make your child’s summer more enjoyable! If your child has asthma and is looking to have some fun we have the perfect camp! Join us August 12-15 for Camp Huff-n-Puff! This four-day adventure for children ages 8-13 is the perfect way for children with asthma to have fun! Located at the Jumonville Camp and Conference Center in Hopwood, PA (near Uniontown), children can come learn, laugh and breathe easy!

Camp Huff-n-Puff provides campers with asthma education classes are mixed in with a true camp experience and are taught by qualified medical staff. Each session is designed to teach proper asthma management skills and help the children gain self-confidence and independence. But, that’s not all! Camp Huff-n-Puff is all about having fun! The camp incorporates crafts, games, hiking, sports, swimming, a Saturday night dance, smores and special surprises. It all adds up to an exciting four days. Registration is only $125 but scholarships are still available so call today at 1-800-220-1990 for your registration packet.

For more information on asthma or other services provided by the American Respiratory Alliance, please call 1-800-220-1990 or visit www.healthylungs.org.

MAGNIFICAT WOMEN’S BREAKFAST

Registration deadline is August 13. Ladies, join Magnificat Pittsburgh for an uplifting prayer breakfast the morning of Saturday, August 21 from 9 o’clock till noon at the Sheraton Four Points in Cranberry Township. Hear speaker Debi Byham tell of her journey of faith and inner healing. Debi was living a life of guilt, depression and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder for over 25 years after a tragic car accident. She was literally throwing her life away until God touched her in an extraordinary way during a pilgrimage to Medjugorje. Her testimony will inspire you to endure hard times and strengthen your faith. The cost of the breakfast is $18. For more info, call Pam at 412-461-8906 or Kay at 724-772-6749 or download a registration form at www.magnificatpittsburgh.org

Win Steeler Tickets!

Knights of Columbus Council 4226 will host a Sports Night on Friday, August 13, at Mother of Sorrows Church Hall in Murrysville, PA. Doors open at 6:30 and the evening begins at 7 PM. Join MC Bill Hillgrove for a night of fun. There will be Steeler highlights, live and ticket auctions for Game Tickets, Sports Memorabilia as well as a 50/50 raffle. Light food and beverages included in admission price. Wine and beer sold separately.

Tickets are only $20 each. Each ticket includes a chance to win the grand prize - 2 Season Tickets for All Steeler 2010 Regular Season Home Games. Winner need not be present to win Steeler tickets.

So get your ticket today. E-mail KofC4226@gmail.com or call Don at 412.215.3473.

Proceeds will be used to support local charities including Clelian Heights School for Exceptional Children and Mother of Sorrows Parish.

The San Rocco Cultural Committee would like to announce the 85th Annual San Rocco Festa. The Italian cultural Festa will be held on August 13th, 14th and 15th. Admission is $1 for those 13 and over at the gate. Children 12 and under are free. The committee is requesting that each patron bring a non-perishable food item each night for our community food barrel.

The Festa is a community-wide event with participants that return yearly from all over the county. The Festa features Italian food, music and dance. Highlights of the event include; the San Rocco Liturgy and Procession, Performances by the official San Rocco Festa Band, and THE BEST private FIREWORKS DISPLAY in the region, and the Traditional Italian Fireworks Doll Dance with the Ballabe Band. Food booths include Italian specialties such as Ciambella, Pizzelle, Cannoli and other Italian cookies, homemade sausage and meatballs, Pasta e Fagioli, and spaghetti. Other attractions include game booths and a children’s area.

On Friday evening we have the Welcoming and Crowning at 8:00pm, followed by our own San Rocco Festa Band at 8:30pm under the direction of Jim Rizzo and Ron Romeo and Jamie Wright starting at 7:00pm. Jamie is an acoustic guitar soloist specializing with a diverse repertoire, including Andrea Bocelli’s “Con Te Partiro” and the Phantom of the Opera’s “All I Ask of You”.

Saturday features Ray Massa’s EuroRhythms from Columbus Ohio They have been acclaimed for their ability to captivate the younger “Pop Culture” audiences while simultaneously thrilling established fans of Italian & Swing music. Carly Koza, a local Beaver County student will perform on Saturday night. Carly sings Italian & contemporary music.

Sunday night again features the San Rocco Festa Band and Gino Romano. Sunday night closes with the popular traditional Italian Fireworks Baby Doll Dance.

For more information please visit www.sanrocco.org or call (724) 378-6646

ST. NICHOLAS (MILLVALE) HUGE FLEA MARKET & BAKE SALE!!

Attention College Students (and parents)!! This is the perfect place to furnish your (or your child's) dorm or apartment VERY REASONABLY!!

We have everything you need...Furniture, lamps, appliances, kitchen, bedding, decorative accents, and loads of other "stuff", all at great prices.

Friday, August 13, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturday, August 14, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

There will also be a homemade baked goods sale and raffles.

Outdoor food area serving dinner Friday evening and lunch all day Saturday.

St. Nicholas Church
24 Maryland Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15209
(Route 28, to Exit #3, Millvale)

Wild West Chuckwagon BBQ & Revue

We are doing a fundraiser for the Valley Players of Ligonier, a nonprofit 501 c 3 organization.

Come on out and join the fun with our 2nd Wild West Chuckwagon BBQ followed by a western style musical show featuring a live band and some great singers. That’s right folks, we’ll be cookin’ BBQ right in front of the theater and then directing you inside where you will eat and relive the west in our town of “Skedaddle Flats.” We’ll also be serving cowboy beans, potato salad, corn muffins and other fixin’s for ya. And for dessert we’re havin’ Sand Hill Berry’s pies. Wine is available by the glass. Following dinner, a show will be performed on stage featuring country, western, gospel and some bluegrass music with some theatrical surprises thrown in and some comical skits sure to please everyone.

WTAE Channel 4 Action News anchor Michelle Wright will be on hand for the event, and we’re puttin’ her in the show!

Dinner seatings are 6PM and 7PM with the show starting at 8PM. Reserve tables are available where you will have premium seating for dinner and the show.

Where: Ligonier Theater, Ligonier, PA

When: August 14th, 2010 at 6PM

Cost: Tickets are $30 for adults and $15 for children (12 & under)

Contact: Reservations Call 724-238-6514 or valleyplayers.org

On Saturday, August 14 from 10-noon, BYODog to Animal Friends for the “It’s 5 O’clock Somewhere Champagne Brunch.” Enjoy a casual mid-morning brunch complete with champagne and mimosas while your dog enjoys a canine social and other activities.

In addition to enjoying a delicious breakfast, guests can try for raffle prizes, mix and mingle with adoptable animals, and watch their dogs reveal their artistic sides at the paw painting station. Animal Friends will supply the paint, canvas, and know-how so the dogs can create one-of-a-kind mementos for their families.

RSVP is required and guests must be 21 or older. This event is sure to sell out, so secure your spot now at www.ThinkingOutsideTheCage.org. Animal Friends requests a $35 donation per person. Proceeds benefit Animal Friends’ homeless dogs, cats and rabbits.

Animal Friends is located at 562 Camp Horne Road in the North Hills, just 0.5 miles from Exit 8 on I-279.

THE OLD SCHOOL “WALK IT LIKE YOU TALK IT” CHARITY EVENT

Proceeds Benefit Pittsburgh Fallen Heroes Permanent Memorial Fund and the Penn Hills Fallen Heroes Fund

Pisa Pub at the Pittsburgh Indoor Sports Arena
Saturday, Aug 14
6:00 p.m.

Proceeds benefit a VERY worthy cause – The Permanent Memorial for the Pittsburgh Fallen Heroes and The Penn Hills Fallen Heroes Fund.

Advanced tickets: $25 per person
Tickets at the door: $30 per person

The night includes:
· All You Can Eat
· FREE SPIRITS between 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
· 50/50 Raffle and Prizes

Contact jen or kelly for advanced purchasing by calling 724-797-6354

The Benedictine Sisters of Pittsburgh are holding a FLEA MARKET, Saturday, August 14, from 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. at St. Benedict Hall, (building located behind the monastery- Doors B & H) 4530 Perrysville Highway. Great bargains for sale include jewelry, glassware, furniture, household items, games, books, office supplies and delicious homemade baked goods.

Washington County Fair Opens August 14 "Spend a Day in Yesterday"

Opening the 212th edition of the Washington County Fair will be THE CLARKS, one of the tri-state’s hottest musical groups.

For the price of an admission ticket of only $9.00 you get free parking, free seating for all grandstand entertainment, free amusement rides, and there are over 40 shows and judged events happening daily. Enjoy the bands, country music, the food, the special events, the great rides, and more animals than anywhere else. There’s a Petting Zoo for the kids, and the big kids at heart. Purchase tickets in advance and avoid the lines at the ticket office.

To purchase a ticket in advance, please mail a check or money order to: Washington County Fair, 2151 North Main St., Washington, PA 15301. Please enclose a self-addressed, stamped envelope, for return of tickets. For information and driving directions go to the web site: www.washingtonfair.org or phone 724-225-7718.

Your Day in Yesterday can also include the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, located adjacent to the Fairgrounds at the Meadowlands. The Trolley Museum will offer trolley service from the Cooper Crouse-Hinds parking lot at 2800 N. Main St., formerly the RCA plant, to the fairgrounds. Service will run from 10:00 a.m. to midnight each day of the fair. From 5:00 p.m. to midnight, cars will be running every 15 minutes. Trolley rides cost $2.00 each (age 2 and under are free).

PEACH FESTIVAL

Hilltop United Methodist Church
222 Church Lane
Madison, PA 15663

Saturday, August 14th from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Pre-order a Whole Peach Pie (by August 6th) by contacting: Sandy Captain (724) 326-8328 or (412) 849-9736. Sugar-free Peach Pie also available for ordering.

Other Refreshment Available

Wild West Chuckwagon BBQ & Revue

Come on out and join the fun with our 2nd Wild West Chuckwagon BBQ followed by a western style musical show featuring a live band and some great singers. That’s right folks, we’ll be cookin’ BBQ right in front of the theater and then directing you inside where you will eat and relive the west in our town of “Skedaddle Flats.” We’ll also be serving cowboy beans, potato salad, corn muffins and other fixin’s for ya. And for dessert we’re havin’ Sand Hill Berry’s pies. Wine is available by the glass. Following dinner, a show will be performed on stage featuring country, western, gospel and some bluegrass music with some theatrical surprises thrown in and some comical skits sure to please everyone.

Michelle Wright, news anchor from WTAE and her family will be on hand for the event and we’re puttin’ her in the show!

Dinner seating’s are 6PM and 7PM with the show starting at 8PM. Reserve tables are available where you will have premium seating for dinner and the show.

Where: Ligonier Theater, Ligonier, PA

When: August 14th, 2010 at 6PM

Cost: Tickets are $30 for adults and $15 for children (12 & under)

Contact: Reservations Call 724-238-6514 or valleyplayers.org

Nanny McPhee Returns! The family comedy will open in theaters around the country on Friday, August 20 - but the Northern Tier Library is giving you a chance to see it first! YES, before the actual premiere!

Thanks to the generosity of Universal Pictures, the library will be showing Nanny McPhee Returns at RC Pittsburgh North 11 (formerly Showcase Cinemas North) on Sunday, August 15th at 1:00 PM

Join us at the theater beginning at 11:45 AM for Nanny McPhee noses, "Nanny Says" (our version of "Simon Says"), Pin the Wart on the Nanny, and more!

Ticket prices are as follows:

1. Basic Ticket - $8
2. VIP Ticket - $15 and up
(includes a minimum $7 donation (we'll take more!) for reserved seating)

Tickets are available at the library (cash & check) and on our website (VISA, MasterCard).

Saturday, August 14th 9:00 AM-1:00 PM
Children's Museum of Pittsburgh
10 Children's Way
Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Kindergarten ... Here I Come!

This is an exciting event to celebrate the milestone and transition into kindergarten - not just for children but parents too!

Kids can:

* Meet community helpers such as a crossing guard
* Have free hearing, vision, speech and language screenings
* Receive a "Class of 2023" t-shirt and story book (while supplies last)
* Climb aboard a real school bus
* and more!

Parents and caregivers receive valuable information on preparing children for kindergarten and can consult with experts in nutrition, after-school programs, bullying, immunization and more.

Free admission for every child entering kindergarten and one parent or caregiver.

Visit www.kindergartenhereicome.org to learn more about the program.

PURPLESTRIDE PITTSBURGH – PICK UP THE PACE ON SUNDAY, AUGUST 15TH AT THE NORTH PARK SWIMMING POOL AREA

The walk will bring awareness to the fourth leading cause of cancer death in the United States and will raise much needed funds for pancreatic cancer research.

Visit www.purplestride.org for more information and to register.

August 15, 2010

8 am Registration, 9 am Opening Ceremonies, 9:30 am Walk begins

North Park Swimming Pool Area – Allison Park, PA

International Village – 51st Annual Celebration

8/17 - 8/19

Daily 3PM - 11PM

Stephen Barry Field, Renziehausen Park, McKeesport

Ethnic Food & Entertainment Festival

The Animal Friends of Westmoreland will be hosting their 2nd annual Bling For Bones Jewelry Bash on Wednesday, August 18, at Denunzio's Chop House in Latrobe, Pa from 6-8pm.

Tickets are only $30 per person. Each ticket will admit one person. Tickets includes dinner, iced tea/soft drinks and dessert as well as all your chances to win jewelry &prizes!! Prizes will be given away every 10 minutes!!! Starting at 6pm and every 10 minutes after with a grand prize valued at $1000 given away at 8pm! Winners need not be present to win so even if you can't attend you can support your local no kill animal shelter!

It will be a fabulous night!! Vendors from Silpada, Lia Sophia, Kameleon, Premier Jewelry Designs plus many other jewelry and purse lines will be on hand displaying there treasures!!

A portion of ALL purchases made that night will also be donated to the shelter!!

Only 250 tickets will be sold and they will go fast!! Call 724-925-2555 or stop at Platinum Salon & Spa (20 North 3rd st. Youngwood) to get yours today!! www.animalfriendswestmoreland.org

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Wednesday, August 18 from noon – 6 pm

Walk-ins Welcome or pre-register by calling the church office.

Harvest Community Church
143 Reed Road
Kittanning, PA 16201
724-548-5643
www.harvestpa.org

Hosanna House Presents the 6th Annual SUMMER NIGHTS 2010
"Smooth Grooves of Summer"
FEATURING HOWARD HEWETT
ROGER HUMPHRIES' BIG BAND
WITH A TRIBUTE TO RAY CHARLES
COLLABORATION FEATURING KENNY BLAKE

Friday, August 20th | 6 - 11 PM @ Sherwood (near WTAE) 400 Sherwood Road, 15221

VIP Reception $100 5-6 PM (Limited Tickets) Includes: Food by PF Chang, The Culinary Artists, Catered Elegance & Gourmet Desserts By Patrick Polk

Reserved Seating $50
General Admission $35/$40 At Door

Artist's Market, Silent & Live Auctions, Door Prizes, Raffle Tickets

ON SALE NOW! Online at www.hosannahouse.org/summer_nights.htm
Purchase at Upbeat Records - Dorsey's Records - Stedeford Record Shop

Call 412-342-1304 for more information!

The Butler County Humane Society proudly presents The Running of the Brides

Friday, August 20, 2010 from 3:00-5:00 pm & Saturday, August 21, 2010 from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Cranberry Township Municipal Building
2525 Rochester Rd., Cranberry Twp., PA 16066

Up to 75% off!
New & Sample Bridal Gowns
Mothers, Bridesmaid, & Special Occasion Gowns
Prom & Homecoming Dresses

All Sales Final – Cash

Custom car show and fashion event - Saturday, August 21st in Highland Park

The City of Pittsburgh is making History by closing one of its most beautiful public parks, Highland Park, for a private auto event. Summer Madness, Presented by Alpha & Omega Wheels, is a fully-judged car show with 1st, 2nd & 3rd Place trophies in numerous vehicle classes. Car Show Classes include: Asian, Classic / Hot Rod, Domestic, European, Lowrider, Luxury, Old School / Donk, Sport Utility Vehicle and Truck. There are also Specialty awards for Club Participation, Best Interior and Best Engine. The Best of Show winner will receive a trophy AND a Flat Screen TV. Numerous vendors will be on site with vehicle displays, demos, as well as selling various types of merchandise. Food vendors will satisfy everyone’s hunger needs. A live DJ will be entertaining the venue throughout the evening. Also during the event will be a Fashion Show displaying multiple independent clothing lines. There will be prizes and giveaways during the event with a chance to WIN A FREE SET OF CUSTOM WHEELS. There will be a V.I.P. Tent, must be 21 years of age to enter, Sponsored by Bonus Wheel Group, on site to accommodate those who wish to relax and enjoy themselves in a luxurious environment. Various hor d’ourves and alcoholic beverages, featuring White Diamonds Premium Vodka, will be served in the V.I.P. Tent ONLY! You MUST purchase a ticket to enter the V.I.P. Tent. Come and join us to see the best and most interesting vehicles that the Pittsburgh and the surrounding areas have to offer. This is an event NOT TO BE MISSED. See you August 21st in Highland Park.

Car Show Registration available Online or at the gate

Online Registration at www.aowheelspgh.com

Car Show Vehicle Registration - $25

Show Registration w/ VIP Entry - $50

V.I.P. Tent Only - $30

General Admission - $10

Children 12 & under – Free

Flea Mart- Vendor show

Saturday, August 21, from 8 am to 1 pm

Penn's Woods United Methodist Church, 1021 Colonial Manor Road, North Huntingdon, PA 15642

(412) 751- 6597

Table Fee: $10

Table size: 8 feet

Set up Time 7:30am

We are currently taking reservations for tables. We must receive you reservation fee by August 13 in order to guarantee your space.

Light refreshments for sale and bake sale.

Proceeds to benefit the 50th Anniversary Celebration of Penn's Woods United Methodist Church

Emergency Services Cruise

Location: Victory Family Church Cranberry Township, PA

Date: August 21

Time: 10am-2pm

Description: The Cranberry Township Volunteer Fire Company is hosting an Emergency Services Cruise displaying fire trucks, ambulances and police cars from the surrounding areas. The event is for the whole family to enjoy. There will be games and entertainment for the children along with local food vendors. Please contact Stephen DeVault at 724-553-8207 or mlmgd@yahoo.com for additional information.

The United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation will present its “Fourth Annual Brew at the Zoo” on Saturday, August 21.

The event is held at the Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium from 7-11 PM. All attendees must be 21 years of age or older.

The ‘Brew at the Zoo’ event features beer tastings from hundreds of brewers as well food samples and live entertainment.

VIP Tickets are $75, Advance tickets are $50 and Designated Driver tickets are $25. All proceeds benefit research towards a cure for mitochondrial disease. Because space is limited, pre-registration is strongly recommended! To register, visit www.thezoobrew.com or call the UMDF at 888-817-UMDF(8633)

Here’s barking at you, kid! This year, Animal Friends is bringing the glitz and glam of Hollywood to North Park for the 16th annual Bark in the Park!

Join Animal Friends, with WDVE’s Jimmy Krenn and DelMonte Pet Products, on Sunday, August 22 at North Park’s South Ridge Loop. Registration opens at 8:30 am.

Bring the whole family—especially the pooch!—for the biggest dog party of the year. Fetch pledges and walk in honor or in memory of a pet on the 1.5-mile Humane Hike. Then head back to the party for tons of fun:

Hit “Ro-dog-o Drive” to shop ‘till you drop at the vendor tables.

Take a walk down the Pup-arazzi photo opp lane.

Cool down at the Beverly”woof”shire water park.

Swoon to croons in the likes of Frank Sinatra and Neil Diamond.

If your dog was adopted from Animal Friends, visit the Hotel for Dogs alumni tent for a special gift.

Pamper your pooch at the Golden Era Spa.

Enjoy Chinese raffles, food, games and more!

Registration opens at 8:30 am; walk starts at 9:00am. Register online at www.ThinkingOutsideTheCage.org. Registration varies:

Adults and kids age 16 and up: $30 (receive a t-shirt and swag bag)

Adults and kids age 16 and up: $25 (receive a swag bag only)

Kids 15 and under: free! (or with a t-shirt for $5).

This vital fundraiser benefits the homeless animals and compassionate programming at Animal Friends. Register at www.ThinkingOutsideTheCage.org or call 412.847.7055 for details.

RIVER’S EDGE STUDIO presents
FACES of SOUTH AFRICA
a benefit exhibit

Opening August 22
2 - 6 pm

Light refreshments. Meet missionary Nancy Hudson, No admission fee

Exhibit will run August 22 - September 30

35% of all sales will be donated to: CASA Ministries of South Africa

For more information, please visit
www.riversedegestudio.com

RIVER’S EDGE STUDIO
709 Third Ave. New Brighton
412-974-4783

Wednesday August 25th Pittsburgh Summer Sizzler and Martini Taste Off!

Grazing, Sipping, Shopping – Oh MY! Cigars too! 5:30 to 8:30 at The Chadwick New Outdoor Patio in Wexford.

Think your office can make the best martini? Game On! Register a team, be a vendor, or just come to judge! “

National Launch of photography book “ Fearless Women, Fearless Wisdom”

Benefiting Women’s Non-profits. Entertainment by Vida “ the Singing Diva” For tickets visit Www.FoodieFundraising.com or call 724-935-6100

Peters Township Public Library GO Green Club presents Dealing with Problems in the Green Garden

Thursday, August 26 at 7 p.m.

"How do I identify and remove invasive plants? What pesticides are safest to use? How do I keep raccoons, deer, rabbits, voles and other wild creatures from damaging my garden?" If you've asked yourself these or similar questions, you need to come to this workshop to learn the answers! Presented by Candy S. DeBerry, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Biology at Washington and Jefferson College. Register for these free programs at the library circulation desk, call 724.941.9430, or email caweaver@ptlibrary.org.

17th Annual Womansplace Golf Outing 8/27 Youghiogheny Country Club McKeesport, PA Starting time 11:00

For more info contact Fran Trimpey at 412 664 7147 ext 200 or ftimpey@womansplace.org

The Womansplace Golf Event raises awareness to the pervasive epidemic of domestic violence and the urgency to bring communities together and fight against this crime. It also raises the much needed funds so that we may continue to provide programs and services to the community.

Sponsorships and individual contributions play an important role in the success of the event. Without your support we would not be able to continue the important programs and services that we offer to victims and to the community.

Celebrate a New Beginning Opening Celebration

August 28 / 10 am – 2 pm

Ribbon cutting at 10 am (Doors open by 11 am)

Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh – East Liberty
130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh 15206

“Celebrate a New Beginning” with the re-opening of Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh – East Liberty! Experience the newly renovated library for the first time, and celebrate more than a century of literacy and learning with storytime, entertainment, crafts and other family-friendly activities.

Please join us for this very special celebration and screening of the documentary film "Malayaka House"

Filmmaker Jesse Bradley returns to his hometown to share this film about Robert Fleming, an American who ended up living in Uganda and started a movement to enrich the lives of orphans, empower African women and develop methods of farming, water conservation and solar energy, all on his own

Sunday August 29th

Doors Open 5:00pm
Film begins 6:00pm

Location:
Greensburg Civic Center
951 Old Salem Road
Greensburg, PA 15601

Q&A with the filmmakers and Malayaka House founder Robert Fleming to follow

Tickets available at www.MalayakaHouseFilm.com

1st Annual HILLTOP Reunion

Labor Day Weekent

“Building our Community Brick by Brick”

Friday – Sept. 3, 2010 - Meet & Greet-Over 30-Adult Affair 7pm-3am - $5 Wemco - Frankstown {Homewood} Free Buffet/Casual Attire

Saturday-Sept. 4, 2010 -Family Affair-Reception-Style 8pm-2am {$10/adv. $20/door} Greater Pgh Colesium - Frankstown {Homewood}

Kids Welcome -12 - under $5/door only Dress to Impress Attire

BYOE—Bring Your Own Everything Setup family table 4-6pm

Sunday-Sept. 5, 2010 -Reunion Picnic for All 1– 8 pm Mellon Park - Fifth & Penn {Point Breeze}

Free BYOE—Bring Your Own Everything

- Reunion T-shirt Attire - preorder or purchase at one of the above locations

Featuring DJ Marty Mar

Security present at all locations

Tickets for the Meet & Greet and Family Affair can be obtained at Dorsey’s Records and from Reunion Committee Persons

Event Highlights: Arts and Crafts, Entertainment, Free food, Vendors, Kids Activities, Photographer, Robbi the Musician,

For tickets and more details, contact Sears Event Planning, Event Coordinator
Phone: 412-805-0584 E-mail: jeanchange@hotmail.com

Celebrate the richness of Ireland through lively music, savory Irish food and world championship dancing at the 20th Anniversary Pittsburgh Irish Festival, September 10-11-12, (always the weekend after Labor Day) – now at Riverplex at Sandcastle! Discover the Irish culture firsthand for three days only. Enjoy an authentic Irish marketplace, wide selection of tasty Irish cuisine, extensive children's area, and four continuous entertainment and cultural stages. Visit the variety of Irish dogs, dance the jig, play the harp and Irish drum, and learn the Irish language. Celebrate Gaelic Mass on Sunday. Visit www.pghirishfest.org for info. Fun for the entire family ~ join us at the biggest Irish celebration of the year ~ the Pittsburgh Irish Festival!

Traditional and contemporary entertainment, Irish food and refreshments, Irish marketplace, children’s activities-performances-sing-a-longs, storytelling, Irish dance workshops and performances, ceili dancing, Irish dogs tent, special Gaelic Mass (Sun 10 am), Gaelic conversation, Irish musical instrument demos, Irish Extreme Zone, Hedge School, Gaelic Sports, Blarney Bingo, Irish Brigade (Civil War re-enactors), and more! Get Your Irish On!

Entertainment: Gaelic Storm, Scythian, Makem and Spain Brothers, John Doyle Trio with John Williams (formerly of Solas), Screaming Orphans, The Glengarry Bhoys, David Kincaid – The Irish Volunteer, Homeland, Cahal Dunne, Dennis Doyle, Michael Murphy and the Shannon River Band, Matthew Craig and The Kerry Tipper Band, Red Hand Paddy, Hooley, Mike Gallagher, Burke Conroy School of Irish Dance, Pittsburgh Ceili Club, Pittsburgh Irish Reelers, Bell School of Irish Dance, Shovlin Academy of Irish Dance, Terry Griffith, Ballet Academy of Pittsburgh, Guaranteed Irish, Callan, Mark Guiser, Alan Irvine, Emerald Society Pipe Band, Pìobaire, BBI, Patrick Regan, The Weathered Road and na Gaels! (Program subject to change)

Animal Friends' annual pool party for dogs is one of Pittsburgh's favorite events--and our quickest to sell out! This year, the surf's up on Saturday, September 11 from 10am-noon when Animal Friends' Last Splash of Summer returns to Sandcastle in Homestead. Online registration will open on August 2 at www.ThinkingOutsideTheCage.org.

Each year before Sandcastle Water Park closes for the season, they open their pools to dogs for the ultimate skinny dip. Don't miss the line of Labs leaping into the deep end, the Beagles beelining for the baby pool or the furry frenzy when the pools flood with Fidos. Enjoy games, raffles, and auctions too!

Dogs must be non-aggressive, over four months of age, current on shots and wearing an identification tag. Owners must accompany their dogs at all times and keep dogs leashed while outside of the pool. The swimming fun is exclusively for the canine crowd; humans are permitted in the pool only up to their knees. Animal Friends strongly recommends that all canine guests be spayed or neutered. If your dog is “in heat,” please leave her at home and check out our low-cost spay and neuter program.

Space is limited, and this event always sells out in advance. Admission is $30 per dog (humans are free) and all proceeds benefit Animal Friends. Register online beginning August 2 at www.ThinkingOutsideTheCage.org. Call 412.847.7055 for more information.

3rd ANNUAL Canines for the Cure - An ‘unconventional’ Champagne Brunch and Fashion Show to benefit the ACMH Foundation, the American Cancer Society and Relay for Life.

Saturday, September 11th, 2010 | Noon - 3:00 p.m.

Lenape Heights Golf Course Ballroom, Ford City, PA

$25 person - Champagne Brunch & Fashion Show

This unique event will highlight area doctors and other well-known local individuals modeling the latest in fashions from Macy’s, Pittsburgh Mills and accompanied by their personal pets. This event will benefit three worthwhile organizations:

• ACMH Foundation Oncology Patient Care Fund
• American Cancer Society Relay for Life
• Karen Szymborski Fund (An American Cancer Society Fund Assisting oncology patients in Western Pennsylvania)

Get your paws on some tickets, become a sponsor or make a donation for the auction or door prizes!

Contact 724.543.8850, email beersj@acmh.org or visit the Foundation office at ACMH Hospital, Kittanning, PA.

September 11

OsteoChallenege 2010: "Running Until The Cows Come Home"
Hosted by the Penn State Dairy Science Club
5K walk/run
$15 per Runner- All proceeds go to the National Osteoporosis Foundation
Run starts at 10:00AM at the PSU Dairy Barns
Questions: Please email Rebecca Wenger at rjw5113@psu.edu

The Pittsburgh Walk to Defeat ALS is at the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium on Saturday, September 11th, 2010!

Gather up your friends and family and join other Pittsburgh area supporters for the 2010 Pittsburgh Walk to Defeat ALS at the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium. Registration begins at 7:30am and the Walk begins promptly at 9:00am!

For more information please email: walk@cure4als.org or visit our website at www.cure4als.org

Below is information for an annual fundraiser held in memory of Holly Cataldo to benefit the Aplastic Anemia Foundation. Holly Cataldo was diagnosed with aplastic anemia and lost her battle with this disease five months later at the age of 25. Holly's family & friends began the Caring Car Cruise, a fundraiser to raise money in her memory to donate to AA-MDS Foundation. In 2007 the Aplastic Anemia Foundation awarded The Holly Cataldo Research Study. Currently the Caring Car Cruise fundraiser has raised $50,500 in Holly's memory

Caring Car Cruise ‘n’ Festival

Saturday, September 11, 2010 at 3:30(rain date Saturday, September 18, 2010 at 3:30)

Clay Avenue, Jeannette, PA

Admission is free as all we ask is a doantion!

Dash plaques will be given to the first 150 cars registered.

Join us for an event packed with fun and entertainment and aid in our continued fight against aplastic anemia.

Live entertainment will be provide by two local bands JWP and The Essentials, The Susan Yadamec Dance Company, ATA Black Belt Academy, A special 9/11 Tribute, DJ Pete Highlands, and much more.

Trophies will be awarded in various car classes. There will be food and drink booths, kids games, chinese auction, 50/50, door prizes, face painting, and much more. There will also be a chance to win free prizes in the twist, limbo, and hula hoop contests.

All proceeds are donated to The AA-MDS Foundation. For further information please see the following web sites http://home.comcast.net/~beranek , www.myspace.com/caringcarcruise , or find us on facebook. We hope to see you there!

Caring Car Cruise ‘n’ Festival

Saturday, September 11, 2010 at 3:30(rain date Saturday, September 18, 2010 at 3:30)

Clay Avenue, Jeannette, PA

Admission is free as all we ask is a doantion!

Dash plaques will be given to the first 150 cars registered.

The annual fundraiser is held in memory of Holly Cataldo to benefit the Aplastic Anemia Foundation.

Live entertainment will be provide by two local bands JWP and The Essentials, The Susan Yadamec Dance Company, ATA Black Belt Academy, A special 9/11 Tribute, DJ Pete Highlands, and much more.

Trophies will be awarded in various car classes. There will be food and drink booths, kids games, chinese auction, 50/50, door prizes, face painting, and much more. There will also be a chance to win free prizes in the twist, limbo, and hula hoop contests.

All proceeds are donated to The AA-MDS Foundation. For further information please see the following web sites http://home.comcast.net/~beranek , www.myspace.com/caringcarcruise , or find us on facebook. We hope to see you there!

9th annual Hood-Stop The Violence Rally and Community Day

Sat. September 11, 2010
2356 Bedford Avenue in the Hill District
4 PM til 11 PM

Free food and pop, live entertainment, speakers, dancers, poets, singers and DJ. To address the violence in our neighborhoods and to enjoy a day of peace in the community. Contact Cynthia or Robert Thomas at cyncity128@yahoo.com for more info or if you would like to be a part of the entertainment.

Bethel Park Volunteer Fire Department Free Open House and Car Cruise

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2010
12:00p until 5:00p
Brightwood Road Station – Rain or Shine

· Sparky’s Birthday Celebration
· Free Hot Dogs and Drinks
· Car Cruise and DJ
· Fire Truck, Ambulance, and Police Car Display
· Antique Fire Truck Display
· Kids Fire Fighter Challenge
· Fire Extinguisher Demonstrations
· Vehicle Rescue Demonstration
· Fire Safety House

The Third Annual Children’s Hospital Classic, presented by Cleveland Brothers, will be held on Thursday, September 16, 2010 at Laurel Valley Golf Club in Ligonier, PA, with all proceeds benefiting Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC.

Registration begins at 10 a.m. and a buffet lunch starts at 11:30 a.m. Golf will be played in a shamble format beginning at 1:30 p.m., and will be followed by dinner and awards.

The cost is $1,000 for an individual golfer or $4,000 for a foursome. A variety of sponsorship opportunities also are available.

For additional information about the Third Annual Children’s Hospital Classic, visit www.givetochildrens.org or contact Amanda Ranalli at (412) 692-3915 or amanda.ranalli@chp.edu.

Westmoreland County Community College

Youngwood Campus

40th Anniversary Community Day

Saturday, September 18, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Join us for family and children activities, live entertainment, food, a car cruise, community kickball tournament, the Wolfpack vs. Penn State-Greater Allegheny baseball game, and much more. Nonperishable items are being collected for the Westmoreland County Food Bank. Free and open to the public.

WHAT: Cents & Sensibility Consignments- A Kid’s Sale

WHEN: Friday, Sept. 17th 9am-7pm
Saturday, Sept. 18th 9am-5pm
Sunday, Sept. 19th 10am-2pm (Many items up to 50%)

WHERE: Indiana County Fairgrounds- Old Ice Skating Center

DESCRIPTION: Cents & Sensibility Consignments is the BEST place to sell & buy gently used children's clothing, maternity clothing, toys, baby equipment, and much more! It's a Win-Win for all! Clean out your closets while making extra money and save money on gently used items for your children! Consignors and Vendors are now being accepted.

INFORMATION: For more information please visit our website at www.centsandsensibilityconsignments.com, or call 724.838.8821. You can find us on Facebook (Cents & Sensibility Consignments) and Twitter (CNSConsignments).

Bridges to Recovery 5K Run and Walk

September 18, 2010 beginning at 9 AM

Family friendly event in Butler PA. Kids run included. Post race party and prizes.

Call Lisa at 724-287-0791, ext. 2169

Rally in Support of The Walk To Washington Rally to be held Wednesday, September 22, 2010 at Washington Park (times to be announced)

City (or county) leaders and the community will gather on Wednesday, September 22, 2010 to rally in support of The Walk to Washington. The walk is an 835-mile trek led by Steve Curran, who hopes to raise awareness about depression and to persuade lawmakers to consider new policies and support for treating the disease.

The rally will feature speakers, resources and information about depression, as well as some local musicians, and community businesses coming together for an amazing cause. The event is free and open to the public.

Visit www.walktowashington.org for more information.

A Taste of Independence - An Evening of Music, Art & Wine
September 23, 2010
Carnegie Music Hall Foyer, Oakland

Join Easter Seals Western PA as we celebrate our 75th anniversary at A Taste of Independence.The evening will feature wine tasting, heavy hors d'oeuvres and music by the Boilermakers. Guests of Easter Seals will also have access to all of the museums until 8 p.m. that night. Tickets start at $60. For more information or to register, visit www.westernpa.easterseals.com or call Leah at 412-281-7244 x229.

The Fort Hand Festival will be held in Westmoreland County, Washington Township, approx. 4 miles south of Apollo. The festival will include crafters, food vendors, kickball & volleyball tournaments, carnival rides by C&L Shows, dog agility and karate demonstrations and much more.

Children’s games and activities will be available. A variety of entertainment will be showcased all three days. There will be a quilt show Sat. and Sun. followed by fireworks Sat. night. The festival dates are September 24, 25,and 26, 2010. Festival times are: Fri. - 5-9pm, Sat. - 12-fireworks and Sun. - 12-5pm. Admission and parking are free. For more information visit our website at www.washingtontownship.com or call 724-727-3515.

Passavant Hospital Foundation Announces Day‐Long  Women’s Health and Fitness Expo   

The Women’s Health and Fitness Expo will be held at the Passavant Hospital Foundation Conference Center and Legacy Theatre, located on the campus of Cumberland Woods. The day’s events begin at 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, September 28.

This free day‐long event featuring seminars, workshops, exhibits and screenings is open to women of all ages, as well as to the men who love them. It is a day 'just for you" to meet the experts.      This health expo is intended for women to come together and learn how to lead a healthier, more active and more fulfilling life.          Lectures include:
Osteoporosis, by Dr. Anna Dumont 
Spine Care, by Dr. Matt El‐Kadi 
Cardiology, by Dr. Suad Ismail 
GI Disorders, by Dr. Krysia Zancosky
  Incontinence, by Dr. Jerry Lowder 
Menopause, by Dr. Mary Beth Peterson 
Ovarian Cancer, by Dr. Robert Edwards   

Space is limited; early registration is strongly suggested. To register call 1‐800‐533‐8762, Option #1, Monday ‐ Friday, between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. or go to www.passavanthospitalfoundation.org.     For professionals looking to further their education credits, the programming includes the opportunity to earn continuing education credits. This continuing nursing education activity was approved by The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) Provider Unit, an approved provider of continuing nursing education by PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. Attendees must attend a full session and complete an evaluation in order to receive one credit. At this Expo there will be seven (7) sessions conducted whereby attendees will have the opportunity to earn up to seven (7) continuing education credits throughout this one day seminar!     

Are you concerned about your community?? Fed Up with Children falling through the cracks?? Consider Joining The Court Appointed Special Advocates Volunteer Program!

CASA trains community members on how to become volunteer-advocates for abused and neglected children involved within the child welfare system. For over 30 years CASA volunteers have been a voice for children in court. We will train you to do this work in our extensive training program. If you have 4 hours a week to spare, please considering joining us.

To learn more attend a CASA Open House held every 3rd Wednesday of every month in our downtown office located in the Manor Building at 564 Forbes Avenue Ste 902, PGH, PA 15219.

Our upcoming Open Houses will be on Wed., July 21, 2010 and Wed., Aug. 21, 2010 from 6pm-7pm. To RSVP please visit www.pgh-casa.org or call 412-594-3606 x207.

Baby Basics Class

Children’s Community Pediatrics (an affiliate of Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh UPMC) is offering a FREE Baby Basics Class for expectant parents. Topics will include: routine baby care, breast/formula feeding,helpful hints, signs of a sick baby, common problems, and more!

All attendees will receive a FREE gift bag, with an estimated value of $50 worth of products, at the class. Classes are offered at the following locations:

Registration is recommended. Please call 877-449-PEDS or visit online at www.cc-peds.net. for dates and times.

Last Saturday Cinema

Presented by The Denis Theatre Foundation in cooperation with Pittsburgh Filmmakers and Mt. Lebanon Parking Authority

Parse Pavilion, located directly behind the Denis Theatre in Mt. Lebanon (685 Washington Road, 15228)
All movies begin at 9 PM
Admission is free

June 26 – Singin in the Rain
July 31 – To Sir with Love
August 28 – The Heart of the Game

NEW Lawrenceville Community Flea Market: 36th & Butler Street, Pittsburgh, PA. 15201

Saturdays 8AM - 3PM OPEN NOW!

Stop on your way to the famous Pittsburgh Strip District.

More Information - http://lawrencevillelittleflea.blogspot.com

LITTLE FLEA is a different kind of flea market. It's urban yet fund and neighborly. It is indeed small, yet it features a fantastic rotating variety of flea fare, handmade goods, food and cultural activities. It is a place for neighbors, vendors and artists to gather and share. It celebrates our eclectic community!

Typical Items: Used and New Collectibles, Vintage Goods, Crafts, Clothing, Diabetic Socks, Handmade Pasta, Antique Books, Furnishings, Food, Art & Live Music, Antique Sheet Music, 1920's, 1930's, 1940's, 1950's vintage, Thrift, Flea Fare.

Farm Stand to Open on Warrington Avenue

The Mount Washington Community Development Corporation (MWCDC), in partnership with the Allentown Community Development Corporation and the Beltzhoover Neighborhood Council, is bringing a Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank (GPCFB) Farm Stand to 712 Warrington Avenue in Allentown. The stand will be open on Thursdays from 3pm – 7pm starting June 10th 2010 and running through November 11th 2010.

The GPCFB’s Farm Stand Project provides fresh, Pennsylvania-grown produce at affordable prices to low-income neighborhoods that have limited or no access to farmers' markets and grocery stores. Residents can redeem Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) coupons at all of the farm stands. The farm stands also accept cash and Electronic Balance Transfer funds. All community members are encouraged to stop down and pick up fresh produce!

For more information about the Food Bank Farm Stand, please visit our website: http://www.mwcdc.org/projects/safety.htm, or contact the MWCDC’s Community Sustainability Coordinator at (412) 481-3220 x 200.

DivorceCare is a weekly support group for those going through separation or divorce. The Mt. Pleasant Church of God (936 W. Main St., Mt. Pleasant, PA 15666) will begin hosting a new group on Wednesday evenings, 6:30-8:00 PM, beginning Mar. 31. Please contact Pastor Ben Tobias at 724-547-7110 by Mar. 24 to register. (Child-care for kids preK-6th grade and youth opportunities are available.)

Cafe Fusion/New Wine Harvest Church

Who: A group of young adults (roughly ages 18-30 but all are welcome) coming together to "have church" like it's never been done before!

What: Rendezvous is a high energy, culturally relevant gathering designed for the generation of today. This event will feature for FREE: a great local band, tasty food, fun games and more! Rendezvous is NOT about a church, denomination or culture. We are about Jesus Christ and making His love known.

Where: Cafe Fusion/New Wine Harvest Church, 5206 East Willock Road, Baldwin, PA 15236

Why: We acknowledge that “church” has not always been portrayed as a welcoming, non-judgmental and safe place. We apologize for those that have misrepresented the love of Jesus Christ and desire to change the way young people think about “church”.

When: Last Friday of every month, starting March 26th at 8 p.m.

GREEN TREE FARMERS MARKET

LOCATED GREEN TREE PARK
BEHIND AIKEN SCHOOL GREENTREE RD.
FOR DIRECTIONS VISIT www.greentreeboro.com

EVERY THURSDAY 4-7 PM MAY 20-JULY 1
JULY 8- OCT. 28 CLOSE 7:30 PM

RAIN OR SHINE
FREE PARKING

20 VENDORS OF LOCAL PRODUCE AND PREPARED FOODS

Don't miss the all new, all fabulous... Pittsburgh Flea in the Strip!

Antiques & Collectibles
Urban artifacts
Hand-made jewelry
Artisanal foods
Art and hand-crafted goods
Green and sustainable goods
Yummy treats
Bargains galore

Every Sunday, rain or shine
Starting Sunday, April 18
8am - 3pm
21st and Railroad in The Strip District
Website: www.pittsburghflea.com

SNAP Support Meeting

Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests "SNAP" urges anyone who has been sexually abused by a clergy, to come forward and get help.

On the 3rd Wednesday of each month, SNAP holds a group support meeting at the C.C.Mellor Memorial Library, (Edgewood Branch), One Pennwood Ave. Edgewood, PA, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. Survivors, family members and supporters are welcome to attend these confidential meetings. For more information please contact Judy Block Jones, SNAP Ohio Valley Regional Director, 636-433-2511 snapsteubenville@gmail.com, http://pittsburghtruth.org/

WEST PENN COIN CLUB MONTHLY MEETING, THIRD THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH.

7 P.M., ITALO AMERICAN CITIZENS CLUB, LOWER RODI ROAD, BEHIND SEARS AND PENN TOWERS APARTMENTS, WILKINS TWP.

DISCUSSIONS, BUYING, SELLING AND TRADING OF COINS AND COIN PRODUCTS. DOOR PRIZES, 50/50 RAFFLE, TABLE PRIZES.

westpenncoinclub.com

Wanted: Good Homes for Deserving Animals ... Are you ready to add a four-legged member to your family? If the answer is YES, Pet Friends, Inc. invites you to stop by our Meet-A-Pet events on the first and third Saturday of each month at Norwin Towne Square from 11am to 2pm in North Huntingdon. You can meet and get to know our adoptable dogs, puppies, cats and kittens!! You can check out our current residents at pet-friendsinc.com or petfriends.petfinder.com or pick up the phone and call 724-863-7722. We hope to you soon!

Come join us for a exciting night of Bingo Every Tuesday night at 7:00 PM
Vandergrift #2 Fire Department
229 Emerson Street, Vandergrift, PA (724) 567-7211
New Games, New Payouts, New Food Menu, Menu Items available for takeout. Transportation available please call for pick up.
Cheapest place to play Bingo in the valley!!!!!

Homemade Pierogies for Sale
(St. Nicholas Serbian Orthodox Church, Monroeville, PA)
Homemade Potato & Cheese Pierogies
$6 per dozen
To order and arrange for pickup, email: tammiefundraising@yahoo.com
The St. Nicholas Serbian Tamburitizans thank you for your support! You won't be disappointed!

The Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy partners with UPMC Health Plan to offer the UPMC Health Plan Healthy Living Lecture Series, a FREE lecture series that puts you in touch with some of the area's leading experts in healthcare topics. Lectures occur on Thursdays at noon at the Schenley Park Visitor Center. For a complete list of lecture topics, visit www.pittsburghparks.org or call 412-682-7275.

College Bowl Wednesdays Salvation Army Pgh. Temple sponsors soup lunch for college students every Wednesday
424 Third Ave., 11am-1:30pm. Only $1 with College ID. Bring dirty bowl or mug and get it washed for free.

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, being too fat or too thin, or other food-related issues. We have meetings throughout the area, as well as phone meetings nationwide. Everyone is welcome! For more information: 412.225.1664 or info@ceahowpa.org

St. Angela Church Social Hall - Every Monday Night Bingo!!!
Early Bird 6:45 PM
Regular Bingo 7 PM
Regular Games $80-$100
Specials $100
JACKPOT $800 - $1,000 !!!!!
Food available at 5:30 PM
FREE Coffee !!!!
20 Regular games
5 Specials
2 Quickies
Joker Poker
"All Nighter" Players Game
For more information, please call the Parish Office at 412-672-9641.
1640 Fawcett Avenue, White Oak, PA 15131
www.stangelamericiparish.org

Pittsburgh’s Fibromyalgia & Fatigue Center hosts a free monthly educational seminar that is open to the public. 2nd Wednesday of every month, from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Fibromyalgia & Fatigue Center of Pittsburgh, Foster Plaza #8, 730 Holiday Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15220. Please call (412) 922-9220 or visit www.fibroandfatigue.com for more information.

Anyone interested in joining M.A.R.A. [McDonald Area Redevelopment Association} may do so by calling 724-926-4617. This is a nonprofit organization involved in attracting business development,community beautification,sponsoring local holiday event celebrations and much more.Come and join others at the McDonald Trail station at 161 S.McDonald Street in McDonald the first thursday of each month at 6 PM.

Another Life Foundation is seeking volunteers in recovery from mental illness to help others battling depression and suicidal behaviors. Free. Training provided. Call 888-543-3480. www.anotherlifefoundation.org

Calling all Community College of Allegheny County Alumni! We’d like to know what you’ve been doing since graduation. Update your contact information by visiting www.ccac.edu/alumni. For questions or further information, please contact alumni@ccac.edu.

The former Sophisticated Singles Dance is now Path To Your Soulmates. The dance is back up and running under new Management at the Holiday Inn Greentree every Friday night starting at 8pm to 12:30am, admission is $8 with free food, a cash bar and Dj Nick the same dj that entertained sophisticated singles for 20 years, It is the same dance and same people having fun but with a new name. Contact 412-600-0518 for more information or visit us on the web at www.pathtoyoursoulmates.com

FLEA and CRAFT MARKET-INDOOR
Saturdays 10am to 2pm
Duquesne Annex Volunteer Fire Company, 1620 Pennsylvania Avenue, West Mifflin PA 15122
Tables $10

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO HELP FRAIL ELDERLY - North Hills Community Outreach needs “Faith in Action” volunteers to provide nonmedical assistance to frail elderly individuals, allowing them to remain safe and independent in their homes. Volunteers drive the seniors to doctors’ appointments, help with grocery shopping, conduct home safety checks and offer telephone reassurance to prevent isolation and loneliness. Volunteers are also needed to drive the Free Rides for Seniors bus, which operates weekdays along Freeport Road between Blawnox and Sharpsburg. Training is provided for all volunteer opportunities. To learn more, call Cathy Pschirer at 412-307-0069.

Mellon Toastmasters club meets the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th Wednesday each month from noon - 1pm at Mellon Center, 11th Floor, 3 Mellon Center, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. For more information contact Bill Cummings @ 412-234-1836. Check out our website: mellontoastmaster.com. Come be our guest!

BIKE NIGHT - Every Wednesday Night
Dingbats Restaurant - Pittsburgh Mills Mall
Benefiting Various Local Charities

Fish Fry and Lasagna Dinner
Every Friday 11:00am-6:00pm
Ascention School
For pick up or delivery
please call Ascension School at 412-461-5536

Silver Sneakers Fitness Program - Hazelwood YMCA, 4713 Chatsworth Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15207
(412) 421-5648 ext 10
This is a wonderful program that has partnered with HighMark here in Western PA. Eligible HighMark Plans are: Medigap Blue, Freedom Blue, and Security Blue. Members of these HighMark plans are eligible to sign up to become SilverSneakers Members, at no cost to them. The membership is valid anywhere that is a host site for SilverSneakers. Muscular Strength & Range of Movement is the core class of the SilverSneakers Program. Strength and range of movement benefits are the focus of this creative mutli-level conditioning exercise program. This workshop offers program objectives, format criteria, risk management modifications, intensity level changes and LOTS of choreography with hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles, and a ball. Social are held several times a year. These will be a variety of events. Classes are ongoing on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 10AM – 10:45AM. You are invited to join our classes. We offer free transportation to and from the program!

ARE YOU EXPERIENCING PHYSICAL, SEXUAL, EMOTIONAL, OR SPIRITUAL ABUSE IN YOUR RELATIONSHIP? DO YOU FEEL TRAPPED, WITHOUT HOPE, AND FEEL YOU HAVE NO HEALTHY OUTLET? THEN VISIT OUR SUPPORT GROUP. WE MEET EVERY THURSDAY 12 NOON TO 2 P.M. 24-HOUR HOTLINE 724-439-9500. ALL WOMEN ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND BATTERED WOMEN AN FORMERLY BATTERED WOMEN.

Kiski Twp. American Legion, Post 631, holds Bingo every Tuesday evening at 7 pm at the Post Home, 1224 Old State Road, Apollo PA. Doors open at 5:30pm. Questions, call George Koyro at 724-478-5311.

THE PENN HILLS ROTARY HAS TGIF DISCO DANCING ON 1ST & 3RD FRIDAYS OF THE MONTH AT 7PM TO 11:30PM AT THE COMFORT INN PENN HILLS ON RODI ROAD. $5 DOOR DONATION BENEFITS OUR LOCAL CHARITIES! Check out the new web site at secretdisco.info to get the details.

Spaghetti Dinner – Third Wednesday of every month. Tickets are sold at the door, adults $6 children 5-12 yrs $3. Time 5:30 p.m. until 7 p.m. Dinner includes all you can eat spaghetti with or without meatballs or a House Specialty Pasta Dish, salad with a choice of dressings, bread, beverages, and dessert. Take outs are available. Parkwood United Presbyterian Church, 4289 Mt. Royal Blvd., Allison Park, PA. For more information call (412) 486-9220.

Please join us every first Saturday of the month at 7:30 a.m. for a continental breakfast and prayer. We will pray for each other, our communities and the world every month. Please call us at (412) 241-6160 to r.s.v.p. New Vision Community Church, 10529 Lindberg Avenue, Penn Hills, PA 15235 www.newvisioncommunitychurch.com

La Leche League of South Hills is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting nursing mothers and babies through mother to mother support. Monthly support meetings are held every second friday of the month, at 6:30pm in the VIP Room of Panera Bread, at the Galleria of Mount Lebanon. Meeting topics are "Advantages of Breastfeeding", "The Family and the breastfed baby", "The Art of Breastfeeding and Overcoming difficulties" and "Nutrition and Weaning". Accredited La Leche League leaders also provide free phone help for breastfeeding mothers. Please call Carmen Vargas, La Leche League Leader, at (412) 531-3989 or by email at southhillsLLL@verizon.net. Pregnant and nursing mothers and their babies are welcome at the meetings.

Allegheny Prime Time Chorus 4 part Sweet Adeline Chorus presents Holiday Harmony. Want to have fun and give back to the community ladies? Come learn Holiday Songs in Harmony and Sing with us to spread Holiday Cheer! Rehearsals 7pm to 8pm Monday evenings at 418 Beatty Road in Monroeville. Peformances schedules for mid November through mid December. For info call Linda 412 829 2416 or Arlene 412 894 9149

Celebrate Recovery Meetings to be held at New Stanton United Methodist Church every Tuesday from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. For more information call 724-925-9339 or visit our web site at www.newstantonumc.org Celebrate Recovery is a 12 step recovery program for all hurts, habits and hang-ups based on the beatitudes. Come and begin healing.

Beth Moore's Study of "Daniel"
Tuesdays from 9-11 am or Thursdays from 7-9 pm. Harvest Community Church, 523 Butler Road, Kittanning, PA 724-548-5643 or harvesta.org
Join us as we learn to shine for Christ in our modern culture.
Just as the prophet Daniel faced unbelievable pressures to compromise his faith, to live in a hostile culture and to confront temptations and threats, today's believers face many of the same trials.

Tri-Rivers Clown Alley - The official Pittsburgh area alley representative of the World Clown Association and Clowns of America International. New members are always welcome and we will train anyone interested in the art of clowning. Our meetings are held at 7 PM every third Monday of the month at Haven Heights United Methodist Church, located at the corner of Virginia Avenue at Bingham Street in Mt. Washington.

Quilt Company East (QCE) is a not-for-profit quilting guild whose purpose is to exchange quilting information and ideas, foster and perpetrate a love for quilting, educate others about quilting, enjoy the fellowship of other quilters Both young and old attend, and the skill level for our members ranges from novices wanting to start quilting to recognized experts. Everyone is welcome. Meetings are held on 3rd Monday of the month, 7:30 PM (with the exception of July and August), at Beulah Presbyterian Church, 2500 McCrady Road, Room 209, Pittsburgh, Pa. 15235 (Use the Churchill exit from the parkway east) We conduct a brief business meeting, have announcements of the guild and other quilting activities, Show N' Tell, and a quilting-related program. The guild activities are a great source of inspiration for the membership and guests. Special projects often include Block-of-the-Month, mystery quilts, challenge quilts and special group projects. For more information, email membership@quiltcoeast.org. Guild membership is $20 annually. Guest may attend 2 meetings before joining. Web site: www.quiltcoeast.org

Pray 'N Play: Every Sunday 6:30-8:30 @ Unionville United Methodist Church, 1297 Rt 68, Rochester. For more info, check out www.skybacherministries.org

Schenley Gardens Alzheimer/Dementia Support Group - Group will meet once a month on the last Tuesday of the month at 7 pm at Schenley Gardens, 3890 Bigelow Blvd., Pittsburgh. More information: 412-621-4200.

SOUNDS OF PITTSBURGH CHORUS - award-winning a cappella chorus welcomes women singers aged 16 and up to our rehearsals on Mondays at 7:15 p.m. Join us at Coraopolis Methodist Church, 1205 Ridge Avenue, Coraopolis. We offer a wonderful opportunity for four-part a cappella music education, performances, and exciting comeptitions. Call 412-366-0184 or email Sounds100@aol.com.

Obsessive Compulsive Anonymous is a 12-step program for people suffering from OCD and OCD Spectrum Disorders. It meets every Thursday from 7-8:30 PM in the Homestead-Baldwin Room of the James Bibro Pavilion at Jefferson Regional Medical Center, 565 Coal Valley Rd, Jefferson Hills. Parking is free. Call 412-726-9375 or e-mail ocapittsburgh@hotmail.com.

Shoots at the Pitcairn-Monroeville Sportsmen's Club, 505 Mosside Blvd (Rt 48), North Versailles, on the 1st Sunday of each month. Civilian Marksmanship Program begins at 9am and the cost is $15. Practical Pistol Shooting program begins at 9am and the cost is $8. The public is welcome to participate. 412-824-3790 or www.pmsconline.com for more information. Membership is open. Call for application.

Lincoln Borough Ladies Auxiliary - We're looking for new members to help our community Volunteer Fire and Relief Company company. We'll take ladies from all areas. Meetings 7 pm 3rd Thursday - Memorial Firehall, 4312 Liberty Way. (412) 751-3293 or (412) 384-2839 for info.

Rethinking "Church" Where did we go wrong? How did we make it so complicated? What is church really supposed to be like? Our goal and our commitment for the Bridge Worship Gathering at Westminster Presbyterian Church is to be a relevant worship experience that celebrates the past, recognizes the present, and keeps an eye on the future. We strive to model the early church in the Book of Acts and adhere to the Great Commission and the Great Commandment. If you're looking for a place where you can connect with others, (Fellowship), grow in your understanding of the Bible (Discipleship), find a place to use the gifts God has gifted you with (Ministry), be able to serve and share your faith confidently with others (Mission), and sing praises to God with all you heart, soul and mind (Worship), then the Bridge Worship Gathering is the place for you. We're all at different places on the journey and we invite you to join in right where you are. We meet every Sunday at 9:30 a.m. in the gym at Westminster Church in Upper St. Clair. Look for the signs. We'll save you a seat.

Ladies Auxiliary of Brentwood Volunteer Fire Co. Fundraiser
Quizno's, Brentwood Towne Square, 4th Monday of every month, 5-9 p.m.

HOMESTEAD AND MIFFLIN TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEETING. Serving the local communities of the original Mifflin Township of 1788: Baldwin, Clairton, Dravosburg, Duquesne, Hays, Homestead, Jefferson Hills, Lincoln Place, Munhall, Pleasant Hills, West Elizabeth, West Homestead, West Mifflin and Whitaker. Meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7 pm at the Carnegie Library of Homestead, 510 10th Avenue, Munhall. To learn more: (412) 461-7767 or www.hmths.org

SHHH: Self Help for Hard of Hearing Meetings
11 A.M. Third Saturday of each month except June, July, August, December
Room 1178, Union Trust Building, 512 William Penn Place, Pittsburgh
www.pa-shhh.org

Nordic Skiing, indoor kayak, pool classes, winter hiking, social events
Contact nonprofit Outside Adventure Learning of Western Pennsylvania at 724-230-0237, 412-968-0310 or www.outsideadventures.org

WEST PENN COIN CLUB MONTHLY MEETING THIRD THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH (EXCEPT JULY)
7 P.M., ITALO AMERICAN CITIZENS CLUB, LOWER RODI ROAD, BEHIND SEARS AND PENN TOWERS APARTMENTS, WILKINS
DISCUSSIONS, BUYING, SELLING AND TRADING OF COINS AND COIN PRODUCTS. DOOR PRIZES, 50/50 RAFFLE, TABLE PRIZES
412-462-9564

Free Evening Career Development Classes for single parents and displaced homemakers
New Choices/New Options Career Development Program of Carlow College
Computer classes
For more information call 412-578-6682

South Hills Elks #2213
Wednesday Night BINGO Games

Early Bird at 7:00pm
Regular Games 7:30pm

Dinner Served 5-8pm in the Dining Room
Open to the Public

2425 South Park Road, Bethel Park
412-831-0616
www.myspace.com/southhillselks

Accepting new Members. Must be 21 to join.

Flea on Main Street in Carnegie

We will be holding our 2nd flea market/farmers market on the Main Streets of Carnegie. The flea market runs every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. starting Sat. May 2nd, 2009 and will run all summer long. It will be located on East & West Main Street of Carnegie. It's FREE to setup and attend.

Unfortunately, we can not accept Food Vendors at this time.

You can visit www.fleaonmain.com for more information on registration and rules or call:

D & J RECORDS
212.EAST MAIN ST
CARNEGIE PA
412-279-8888 JIM

Emma Jeans Attic
109 E Main Street
Carnegie Pa 15106
412.489.5318 Ray