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Ellwood City Area Public Library Activities for the Week of March 14, 2016

Activities taking place at the Ellwood City Area Public Library include the following: Monday, March 14, at 6:30 p.m. – Classics Book Discussion Group for Adults. The group will discuss the book, “Travels With My Aunt,” by Graham Greene. Call the library at 724-758-6458 for more information. Tuesday, March 15, at 10:00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. — “Family Laptime,” an interactive story time for babies as young as 6 months old as well as for toddlers and preschoolers. Featured are stories, songs, finger plays and more. This spring session runs through April 19. Registration is requested, so call the library…


Ag Committees to Hold Hearing on Cuts to Agriculture Funding

With an increasing groundswell of public outcry regarding the Governor’s slashing of state funding for agricultural programs, the Legislature will hold a public hearing on the impact of those cuts on Pennsylvania’s farmers and the various programs that support their livelihood, according to Senator Elder Vogel, Chairman of the Senate Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee, and Representative Martin Causer, Chairman of the House Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee. The Senate Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee and the House Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee will hold a joint public hearing on “Agriculture Partial Budget Funding” beginning at 9 a.m., March 15,…


St. Elias Orthodox Church to Celebrate Start of Great Lent on March 14

St. Elias Orthodox Church (425 Cherry Way, Ellwood City), joining together with fellow Orthodox Christians worldwide, will start Great Lent on Monday, March 14. These special 40 days, followed by Holy Week, are the spiritual preparation for the Feast of the Resurrection of Christ. A time for repentance, it’s also a time of joyfulness and renewal of minds and hearts, with prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. Please consult St. Elias Church’s website at www.sainteliasellwood.webs.com to view the monthly schedule of services, including those for Great Lent, Holy Week, and Orthodox Easter (Pascha) celebrated on May 1. All are welcome to attend….


Portersville Christian School Information Night/Open House

Portersville Christian School will hold an Information Night/Open House on March 29, 2016 at 7 p.m. for families interested in enrolling students for the 2016-17 school year. The school is accepting student applications and registrations prior to the release of the tuition schedule at the end of March 2016. In addition to kindergarten, there are openings in most grade levels for fall of 2016. Interested families who have students entering kindergarten and grades 7 and 9 are encouraged to apply early, since these grades tend to fill up fast. Portersville Christian School (PCS) provides a distinctively Christian education to students…


Energy and Advanced Manufacturing Day to Be Held at CCBC

Monaca, PA – With a focus on increasing awareness of the job opportunities and career pathways associated with the energy and advanced manufacturing industries, the Beaver County Energy & Advanced Manufacturing Partnership is hosting a Student and Parent Forum at CCBC on Tuesday, March 15 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Middle school and high school students and their parents will have the opportunity to learn about training and career opportunities available in the energy and manufacturing industries through panel discussions, interactive displays, and educational exhibitor presentations. “This is a great opportunity for parents and youth to meet area employers from…


Wurtemburg United Methodist Church Hosts ‘Second Saturday’ Soup Supper

The Wurtemburg United Methodist Church will have a ‘Second Saturday’ Soup Supper on March 12 from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Soups include creamy potato and vegetable beef. There will also be Italian bread, homemade rolls, dessert, beverages and refills. Dine-in and take out are both $5. Children under five are free. Quarts of soup are $5 and grilled cheese sandwiches are $1. Come, relax and enjoy fresh homemade soups and desserts. We look forward to serving you in a warm and friendly atmosphere! Wurtemburg United Methodist Church is located at  1244 Portersville Road (Rt 488 by 3rd Bridge), Ellwood City,…


Paint Party to Benefit Women’s Retreat

There are still seats for our paint party, so pick up the phone and call. This is the final week! We are hosting a Paint Party as a fundraiser for the next Women’s Retreat. You many have never been to a party like this! Come join us at Fellowship Hall in North Sewickley Presbyterian Church on Chapel Drive on Saturday, March 12 from 2 to 4 p.m. The party will be fun and a beautiful painting will be completed by everyone there. No need to be embarrassed as everyone’s eye is different and each painting is unique, whether you can…


Relay for Life Upcoming Events

Looking For A Few Good Persons As the Ellwood City Relay For Life starts its 2016 year, we are in search of individuals that are outstanding in working with the community to lead our committee to greater rewards than in years past. Even if you have just a few moments in your busy schedule, we could use your guidance and knowledge. Openings are in the areas of Chairperson, Sponsorship, Team recruitment, Chinese Auction, Logistics and Survivors. You are invited to join us at our committee meetings to learn more about these openings and other places your service can be helpful…


Ellwood City Library Activities Week of March 7, 2016

Activities taking place at the Ellwood City Area Public Library include the following: Tuesday, March 8, at 10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. — “Family Laptime,” an interactive story time for babies as young as 6 months old as well as for toddlers and preschoolers. Featured are stories, songs, finger plays and more. This spring session runs through April 19. Registration is requested, so call the library now at 724-758-6458 for more information. Tuesday, March 8, at 4 p.m. – The library’s Anniversary Committee will meet to discuss upcoming events, including an “Author’s Fair” celebration scheduled for April 29. Call the…


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Holy Redeemer To Hold ‘ENCOUNTER’ Event on Sunday

Holy Redeemer Parish will be holding an ENCOUNTER event geared to Jr. High and High School teens on Sunday, March 6th.  The event goal is to foster a personal encounter with Jesus Christ. There will be games, music, a talk and prayer. Leading the evening will be a popular Catholic musician and speaker Katy Blythe. ENCOUNTER will held here at Holy Redeemer this Sunday, March 6th from 6:00PM to 8:00PM. Parents and students are encouraged to attend the event at Holy Redeemer Church Sunday, Mar. 6th—6:00PM to 8:00PM in Church. This will be the last session for the year.