November 2017 ————————————————————————————————————————— drones for the first time, as well as prepare them to become FAA-certified remote pilots. Preregistration encouraged. To register, email Lori Paluti at lpaluti@ccac or call 412-469-4309. ST VALENTINE’S VENDOR CRAFT FAIR – 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 2710 Ohio Street, Bethel Park. Get a head start on your holiday shopping! Shop local artists for handcrafted goods. All proceeds benefit St. Valentine’s Preschool. MURDER MYSTERY DINNER Doors open at 5:15 p.m. with dinner served at 6 p.m. Thomas Presbyterian Church, of 1068 Linden Road in Eighty Four, PA. The show performed will be ‘I Loathe Lucy.’ Somebody has some ‘splainin to do when America’s favorite red head turns up dead. The menu for the evening will be baked ziti and meatballs, chicken, green beans, salad, dessert, and ice tea or coffee. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at the church office Monday thru Friday from 8 a.m. until noon or by contacting the church office at 724-941-8910. VETERANS DAY PARADE – Monongahela. Program at Chess Park at 9:30 a.m. Parade starts at noon. TURKEY DINNER – 3-6:30 p.m. New Beginnings Church of God of Prophecy, 411 4th Avenue, New Eagle. The menu will consist of: turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, green beans, and dessert including beverage. For more info call 724-3103533. OLDIES DANCE - The White Oak American Legion Post #701 located at 2813 Capital St., in White Oak will sponsor oldies dances on Saturday November 11 and 25, 2017 from 7 to 11 p.m. A 50/50 will be offered. Admission is still only $5 per person. All proceeds benefit veterans programs. Music from the ‘50s and early ‘60s by Candy and Mike. For more info call 724-984-6611.
NOVEMBER 11-12 HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE – 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. both days, Barton’s Flowers and Bake Shop, 311 S. 2nd Ave in Elizabeth. The shops will be sharing free samples and holiday cheer. Shop for holiday décor and place your holiday bakery orders. Santa will also be on the scene from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. both days. For more info visit their website www.bartonsbakeshop.com or call either shop: 412-384-9370, 412-384-6710. NOVEMBER 12 BINGO - The Holy Name Society of Holy Family Parish in West Newton is
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sponsoring all paper bingo. The $8 admission includes a packet of 20 cards, door prize ticket, Red Ball ticket and a delicious luncheon which includes beverage. The proceeds will benefit the projects of the Holy Name men, which includes support of parish renovation projects. SPAGHETTI DINNER & BAKE SALE – 4-7 p.m. Floreffe Fire Hall, 1540 State Street, Jefferson Hills. Price: $6. Dinner includes spaghetti and bread. All current and retired veterans only will receive a free spaghetti dinner! Must show valid Military ID. Walk-ins and To-Go orders welcome. Come support Pack 712. Questions? Contact Mike Marshall at 412303-7348 or mmarshall73@verizon.net. BINGO - Mon Valley Youth and Teen will hold a bingo at the Youth and Teen Center located at 160 Thompson Avenue in Donora. Doors open at 12:30. For more info call 724-379-4889.
NOVEMBER 13 PLEASANT HILLS GARDEN CLUB – 12: 30 p.m. Community Room at the Pleasant Hills Borough Building, 410 Bruceton Road in Pleasant Hills. The program “Trees of Pennsylvania” will be presented by Dianne Machesney, Master Gardener and will start at 12:30p.m.. Nonmembers are welcome. For more info about the PHGC, visit their website at www.plsthillspagardnclub.com. BALL ROOM DANCING – 8 p.m. The Lite34 Touch Band, $10 per person. White Oak American Legion, 2813 Capitol St, White Oak, PA 15132.
NOVEMBER 14 SOUTH HILLS COIN CLUB - 8 p.m. Bethel Presbyterian Church, 2999 Bethel Church Rd.in Bethel Park. All members and the general public are invited.This months program to be announced. A 50/50 will be offered and kids prizes to be awarded. Applications are now being accepted for membership. For more info call 724-9846611. SOUTH HILLS FRIENDS OF THE MONTOUR TRAIL - 6:30 p.m. South Park Township Library located at 2675 Brownsville Road, South Park. The South Hills Friends are responsible for maintenance of the Montour Trail between Library and Clairton. Individuals interested in the Montour Trail are encouraged to attend. Additional info concerning the trail, including South Hills Friends contact info, may be obtained on the Montour Trail web site www.montourtrail.org. Questions may be directed to info@montourtrail.org.
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CLOTHES 4-U - The First United Methodist Church, 200 State Street, Belle Vernon will be open to the public from 9 a.m. to noon. The clothing is free; patrons may give a free-will offering if they desire. Bags will be given to patrons when they come in to browse around. Anyone wishing to drop off clothing in good condition can call 724-929-4696 to make arrangements.
NOVEMBER 15 WING NIGHT - 5-9 p.m. open to the public. White Oak American Legion, 2813 Capitol St, White Oak. NOVEMBER 16 RETIRED MEN’S LUNCHEON GROUP – Lunch is at noon. The Thomas Jefferson a cappella boys and girls choir will perform under the direction of Julia Lucia. The cost for lunch is $8 at the door and the lunch is held at Pleasant Hills Presbyterian Church at 199 Old Clairton Road in Pleasant Hills. RSVP to 412-655-2000. MONESSEN AMATEUR RADIO CLUB - meets every third Thursday at 7 p.m. Mon Valley Ambulance Service on Donner Avenue in Monessen. Everyone is welcome. If you would like more info, call Bill 412-266-1968
NOVEMBER 17 LIGHT-UP NIGHT – 5-9 p.m. First United Methodist Church located at 430 West Main Street in Monongahela. We are serving refreshments and you are welcome to tour the Sanctuary. SANTA CLAUS IS SHOPPING IN TOWN - Luminaries will light the path for Santa from Sheetz to the Behanna Auto and Tire in New Eagle. Many businesses in the community held open houses and raffles. There will be dancers, carolers, face painting, train rides, living nativity, holiday concert, shuttle bus service, food and fireworks. For more info call 724-258-5919 or visit www.monongahelaareachamber.org. DINNER AT THE LEGION American Legion Post 712, 650 Old Clairton Road in Pleasant Hills will be open to the public for dinner from 4-8 p.m. Along with our regular menu, stuffed cabbage rolls, mashed potatoes, salad and rolls will be our special. After dinner, enjoy ‘A Tribute to the Stars’ by Jerry Demaria from 8-10 p.m. A $5 cover charge for all guests.
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