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APRIL 2

FREE MONTHLY DINNER - Wednesday, April 2,  the public is welcome to join us as we celebrate spring at this free monthly dinner. Its main entree includes various casseroles. Bring your appetite and a covered dish to share (not required). This dinner is warmly hosted by the California United Methodist Church, 227 Third Street, California, PA, which is located across the street from the Dairy Queen. Feel free to bring a friend or two and join us for food and fellowship. Everyone is welcome. For questions, contact the church office at 724-938-2270.

APRIL 3

BETHEL ART GUILD MEETING - Bethel Park Community Center, 5151 Park Ave., Bethel Park, PA. The meeting starts at 12:30 PM, with a light lunch of food brought by our members. At 1:00 our business meeting followed by our speaker. This meeting will feature artist Nancy Kenney as our speaker. She is an accomplished artist in multiple mediums. She started her art journey painting with oil in plein air. She has attended classes at the Carnegie Museum, CCAC, the Center for the Arts, and many classes at local art organizations over the years. In 1998 she was juried into the “Three Rivers Arts Festival”. Nancy has won many awards for her work. No matter what medium you favor, Nancy will no doubt have information to share. Come to hear from one of our own.

APRIL 3

NURSES ASSOCIATION MEETING - The regular meeting of Mon Valley Nurses Association will be held on April 3 at 1:00pm at the Cedarbrook Clubhouse Grill. All Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses (active or inactive) are welcome.

APRIL 3 - 6

USED BOOK AND BOUTIQUE SALE - Friends of the Jefferson Hills Public Library. April 3, from 7:00PM – 9:00PM, Preview Party: Get an exclusive first look at the sale! Enjoy early access to a great selection of books, boutique items, and more. Presale tickets are available for purchase at the library for $10. Day-of tickets will be available for $12. Sale Days: Friday, April 4 from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM and Saturday, April 5 from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM and Sunday, April 6 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Bring your $5 bag or $10 medium box for the best deal! Plus, enjoy 50% off all boutique items.

APRIL 4 AND 11

LENTEN FISH FRY - Epiphany of Our Lord Catholic Church, 44 Pennsylvania Ave., Monessen annual Lenten Fish Fry will continue April 4 and 11. Hours are 11:00AM – 6:00PM with take-out or dining-in. Good Friday hours are 3:00PM – 6:00PM for take-out only. Our menu can be found on the church web site www.eolparish.com

APRIL 5

PRESCHOOL STORY TIME - The Belle Vernon Public Library will host a special preschool Storytime of the Pennsylvania One Book 2025, Lisa Mortensen's "Arlo Draws an Octopus," on Saturday, April 5 at 1:00p.m. The program will be held at Community Bank Park in North Belle Vernon and feature octopus themed crafts and activities. For more info call the library at 724-929-6642.

APRIL 5

11TH ANNUAL VINTAGE PITTSBURGH RETRO FAIR - The Senator John Heinz History Center – the Smithsonian’s home in Pittsburgh – will host its 11th annual Vintage Pittsburgh retro fair in partnership with The Neighborhood Flea on Saturday, April 5, from 10:00AM to 3:00PM. The popular annual event will feature more than 60 makers and vendors to sell one-of-a-kind clothing, accessories, home décor, vinyl records, and more. The PGH Crepes food truck will be parked in front of the museum as part of the event. Access to Vintage Pittsburgh is included with regular admission: $20 for adults, $18 for senior citizens (age 65+), $11 for students and children (age 6-17), and FREE for History Center members and kids aged 5 and under. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit heinzhistorycenter.org.

APRIL 5

MONTHLY CLOTHING SALE - The Olive Branch Baptist, 296 St Rt 981 Rostraver Twp., will hold their monthly clothing sale on April 5, 2025 from 9:30AM to 11:00AM.  You can drop off, clean laundered used clothing to help with our fundraising by placing them in a plastic bag and leaving them at the door at the rear of the building. Profits from fundraising by this group are used to help people in all kinds of need

APRIL 5

CRAFT & VENDOR SPRING EVENT – 9:00AM – 2:00PM at VFW Post 1810, located at 3801 Saw Mill Run Blvd (PA 51), in Brentwood. Proceeds benefit local area Veterans and local Youth Programs. Sponsored by the American Legion Post 712 Riders. 30 Crafters & Vendors plus Rowdy BBQ will be on site. In addition, Snacks and Baskets. Free Admission and Open to the Public.

APRIL 5

DONUT SALE - Saint Andrew the Apostle Parish in Monongahela will hold their monthly Donut Sale in the Parish Park (behind Dierkins Drug Store) from 8:00AM until donuts are sold out.  Please stop by and purchase some. 

APRIL 6

EASTER BUNNY BREAKFAST -The Ginger Hill Grange is holding an Easter Bunny Breakfast on April 6 from 9:00AM - 11:00AM. Breakfast includes pancakes, eggs, and sausage. Crafts and games and Gift for the first 50 Kids! Cost for Adults $10 - Kids ages 8 and under $5 (Price day of $12 Adults $7 Kids). Reservations available through Zeffy - Walk-ins welcome until sold out. Ginger Hill Grange is located at 3389 Rt. 136 in Finleyville PA. For additional info, call 330-204-9242.

APRIL 6

18TH EGG EGGSTRAVAGANZA – 12:00 noon – 4:00PM, at St. John Byzantine Catholic Church Social Hall, 201 E. Main St., Uniontown. Egg artists display, demonstrate, and sell decorated eggs, Easter items (embroidered basket covers, lamb butter molds, decorated candles), parish cookbook, and crafts for purchase, children’s Easter theme activities, explanation of traditional Easter foods for basket blessing, Lenten lunch menu, baked goods (including long rolls and more) workshop on making pysanky, raffles and basket raffles, and more. Free admission. Handicapped accessible. For info: call 724-438-1382 (Leave message.) Check parish website for any updates: http://www.stjohnbaptist-byzcath-uniontown.org/

APRIL 7

DINE & DONATE EVENT - The Foster House restaurant located at 1 Cook Road in Belle Vernon, will sponsor a dine and donate event on Monday April 7, 2025 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM. to benefit Mon Valley Paws. A portion of the sales will be shared with Mon Valley Paws.  For more information call 724-493-8305. 

APRIL 8

SOUTH HILLS COIN CLUB MEETING - 7:30 PM at the Bethel Park municipal building located at 5100 West Library Ave. in Bethel Park.  All members and the general public are invited.  This month's program will be the gold confiscation of 1933 Part 3.  A  50/50 will be offered and children's prizes to be awarded. Applications are now being accepted for membership.  For more information call 724-984-6611. 

APRIL 8

CLOTHES 4 U MINISTRY - First United Methodist Church, 200 State Street, Belle Vernon. Open to the public on Tuesdays, April 8 and 22 from 9:00AM to 12:00 noon.   We are open to the Mon Valley.   We do not charge for our clothing.  Our ministry is strictly donations in and donations out.  If you care to donate, please call the church at 724-929-4696 to arrange times. 

APRIL 11

LENTEN FISH FRY - Epiphany of Our Lord Catholic Church, 44 Pennsylvania Ave., Monessen annual Lenten Fish Fry will continue April 11. Hours are 11:00AM – 6:00PM with take-out or dining-in. Good Friday hours are 3:00PM – 6:00PM for take-out only. Our menu can be found on the church web site www.eolparish.com

APRIL 12

ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT - Sponsored by the Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce on Saturday, April 12. This family fun event will be held at the Chess Park gazebo in Monongahela starting at 12:00 noon. The Easter Egg hunt is for toddlers to age 8. Treats, games, Raffles and Pictures with the Easter Bunny. Held rain or shine.

APRIL 12

CHILDREN’S THEATRE AUDITIONS - South Park Theater announces auditions for its 2025 Children's Theater summer season on Saturday, April 12 from 9:00AM – 2:00PM, welcoming children ages 6-18. For show dates and information, and to sign up for an audition spot, check out www.SouthParkTheatre.com. As always, there is no fee to participate in South Park Children's Theatre!

APRIL 12

2025 BOSTON TRAIL RACE - The Mon/Yough Trail Council’s 11th annual spring fundraiser – the Boston Trail 1/2 Marathon and 5K Run/Walk – is scheduled for Saturday, April 12, 2025, rain or shine. Start and finish is at the Boston Access of the Great Allegheny Passage (GAP) in Elizabeth Township. Proceeds from the event support the MYTC – an all-volunteer, nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization – and their efforts to maintain a 15-mile section of the GAP in Allegheny County. The course is a flat, crushed limestone surface that parallels the picturesque Youghiogheny River. The 1/2 Marathon is USATF certified and led by members of the MarathonPacing.com team. Medals are awarded to the top three overall and age group finishers, men and women. An open division will award medals to the top three finishers and includes those who identify as nonbinary or prefer not to select a gender. Finisher medals are given to all participants who complete the 1/2 Marathon. Timing services are provided by Runners High, and results are posted to their website in real time. Visit the MYTC website for more information or to register.

APRIL 12

EASTER EGG HUNT – Sponsored by Jefferson Hills Recreational Initiative and Jefferson Hills Fire-Rescue. 1:15PM at Andrew Reilly Park (Rt. 885) in Jefferson Hills. Make sure to bring your basket! There will also be an ice cream truck and children's crafts.

APRIL 12

PAWS AND POSIES EVENT - Sponsored by Mon Valley Paws, on Saturday April 12, at Pet Supplies Plus located at 1 Sara Way in Belle Vernon. Pa. Pet parents will use their cellphone to take their pet's picture. Flowers will be supplied by McShane's florist.   For more information call 724-493-8305. 

APRIL 12

25TH ANNIVERSARY COOKIE TABLE EVENT - West Jefferson Hills Historical Society's Cookie Table event will be held on Saturday, April 12, from 12:00 noon - 3:00 P.M. at the Jefferson Hills Municipal Building.

Sweeten your support for the West Jefferson Hills Historical Society! Eighteen different cookie varieties, commonly found at celebration cookie tables, will be offered. Cookies are sold in bags of 4 for $5 or a dozen for $14. A Sampler box of all eighteen cookies will be available for $20. Fill-your-own dozen boxes and bags of 4 cookies may be purchased on the day of the event. Pre-orders are recommended to ensure availability of your cookie choices. The Anniversary Cookie Table will be held in the Community Rooms of the Jefferson Hills Municipal Building, 925 Old Clairton Road, Jefferson Hills, PA. Cookie order forms are available at the Jefferson Hills Library, Pleasant Hills Library, or at www.westjeffersonhillshistoricalsociety.org. Orders may be placed online at the website. Cookies must be picked up between 12:00 noon and 3:00 P.M. on Saturday, April 12 at the Jefferson Hills Borough Building. Proceeds from the event will help to manage and care for local cultural materials in the WJHHS Archive. For more information, please call (412) 650-0925 or visit www.westjeffersonhillshistoricalsociety.org.

APRIL 12

FABRIC FAIR  – The Salvation Army Greater Pittsburgh Women’s Auxiliary Spring Fabric Fair, 8:30AM – 1:30PM. 

Held at the Salvation Army Pittsburgh Temple Worship & Service Center, located at 1060 McNeilly Roda, Pittsburgh, PA  15226. 

 Fabric, yarn, crafts and sew much more!  $10 Bage Sale outside!  Free admission. 

Parking is available at Keystone Oaks High School and Middle School.  Free Shuttle provided.   Call 412-446-1500 with any questions.

APRIL 13

EASTER EGG HUNT - Thomas Presbyterian Church, located at 1068 Linden Road in Eighty Four, will hold an Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday April 13 at 12:00 noon. Bring a basket or a bag and come out for some fun and hunt for eggs. We will serve hamburgers and hot dogs after the egg hunt. If you have any questions please contact the church office at 724-941-8910

APRIL 15

SOUTH PARK HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEETING - 7:00 pm at the Library Fire Hall, located at 6581 Library Road in South Park. The program for the evening is: “Presidential Rhetoric and Visits to Western Pennsylvania”, presented by Scott P. Tkach. Meetings are open to the public at no charge. All members and guests are encouraged and welcome to attend. Light refreshments will be provided.

APRIL 15

NURSES CLUB MEETING - The Southwestern Pennsylvania Registered Nurses Club will meet at 9:30 am on April 15, at Salvatore's, 5001 Curry Road in Pittsburgh Pa, 15236.  Speaker is Michele Prior RN from Allegheny General  Hospital.  Her topic is "Breast Cancer-A Personal Journey."  All registered nurses are welcome. Website:www.swparnclub.weebly.com

APRIL 17

MON VALLEY COIN CLUB MEETING – 7:00PM, Thursday April 17 at VFW Post 1409, 793 E. Main St., Monongahela. Discussion will be on "other things we collect". All members and the public are invited to attend. A 50/50 will be offered and children's prizes will be awarded. Applications for membership are being accepted. For Additional information, call 724-503-8455 or 724-972-8464

APRIL 19

EASTER EGG HUNT - Fort Burd United Presbyterian Church (200 Thornton Road, Brownsville) is having an Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 19, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.  There will be crafts, an egg hunt, the Easter story, and refreshments!  Please bring a basket to collect eggs.  Children from ages 1-10 are welcome.  Please call the church office to register 724-785-3080. 

APRIL 19

EASTER EGG HUNT - Malden Christian Fellowship (343 Old National Pike, Brownsville). Saturday, April 19, 2025, from 4:30 - 6:00 p.m.  The public is invited for food, fellowship, and fun!   

APRIL 19

FOOD BANK - Pleasant View Presbyterian Church (533 Royal Road, Smock) on Saturday, April 19, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.

APRIL 22

MON VALLEY PAWS MEETING - Tuesday April 22, at 6:00 PM at the Italian Club 112 7th St. in Monessen, Pa. All members and the general  public are invited. Anyone interested joining the organization is welcome to attend.   For more information call 724-493-8305. 

APRIL 22

BLOOD DRIVE - The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive Tuesday, April 22, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at the St. Peter’s Church Parish Center (118 Church Street, Brownsville) which is adjacent to the parish office of the Historic Church of St. Peter and St. Cecilia. Appointments can be scheduled at 1-800-733-2767.

APRIL 22

CLOTHES 4 U MINISTRY - First United Methodist Church, 200 State Street, Belle Vernon. Open to the public on Tuesday, April 22 from 9:00AM to 12:00 noon.   We are open to the Mon Valley.   We do not charge for our clothing.  Our ministry is strictly donations in and donations out.  If you care to donate, please call the church at 724-929-4696 to arrange times. 

APRIL 26

FLEA MARKET / BAKE SALE - Elizabeth Township, Saturday April 26 from 8:00AM – 1:00PM, at the Central Highlands Community UMC, 100 Timothy Drive Elizabeth Twp. PA 15037. Hot dogs, kielbasa, snacks, soda and FREE coffee. Everyone is Welcome!

APRIL 30

TENASCA GENERERATING STATION -  Learn About Your Rights!   Join the Environmental Health Project in a discussion of the health impacts and concerns of living near the Tenasca Power Plant.  6:30 PM to 8:30 PM at the Turkeytown Volunteer Fire Dept, 90 Supervisor Drive, West Newton PA.  Sponsored by Mountain Watershed Association.  For more info call 724-455-4200 #10.  

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