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October 11, 2024

“What’s Up, Doc?” Historical Society Public Meeting Is Monday

What’s Up, Doc? Everett Bleakney Jr., board member and past-president of the Ellwood City Area Historical Society, will be the guest speaker at the Society’s public meeting at the History Center, 310 Fifth Street, this Monday, October 14th beginning at 7:00 p.m. This entertaining presentation will be a look at the practice of medicine in Ellwood City in the ‘50s and ‘60s. An amateur historian, Bleakney is the author of “Postcard History of Ellwood City” based on his extensive postcard collection. He is currently writing a history of Wayne Township, Lawrence County, PA. A lifelong resident of the Ellwood City…

October 7, 2024

Annual Richard Hogue Memorial Blood Drive Scheduled For November 9th

The annual Richard Hogue Memorial Blood Drive has been announced and scheduled to take place on Saturday, November 9, 2024. Hogue was only 28 when his life was taken on November 16, 2013. At the time of his death, he resided in Enon Valley, worked for Nick Mars Construction as a carpenter, and was a member of the Ellwood City Eagles Club. A blood drive is held every year near the anniversary of Richard’s death so that a priceless gift can be given to other families in his honor according to his mother Debra Murdock. “We know we can never…

October 6, 2024

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of October 7th

The Ellwood City Area Public Library offers a variety of weekly activities. Information is available by calling the library at 724-758-6458. NOTE The Library has partnered with Seneca Library District, Oil Creek Library District, Erie County Public Library and Crawford County Federated Library System for e-books. You can now use the Overdrive or Libby App. to borrow books from the above Libraries. Please call the library with any questions. HOURS Hours are Monday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., Friday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m….

October 1, 2024

Ellwood City Library Hosting Art Show On October 26th

The Ellwood City Area Public Library is hosting an art show on October 26th as a fundraising event. The show is scheduled to take place from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the library. The event will feature the works of M.C. Escher, Takashi Murakami and Marc Chagall.  The show is sponsored by Allen Chiropractic & Habitual Glass and Vape Tickets are sold on Eventbrite and at the Ellwood City Library. Tickets are $25.00 and light refreshments will be served. The link for the Eventbrite ticket sales for the Ellwood City Library’s Art Show: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ellwood-city-area-library-art-show-fundraiser-tickets-986182467307?aff=ebdssbdestsearch More information can be found on…

September 29, 2024

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of September 30th

The Ellwood City Area Public Library offers a variety of weekly activities. Information is available by calling the library at 724-758-6458. PLEASE NOTE The Library has partnered with Seneca Library District, Oil Creek Library District, Erie County Public Library and Crawford County Federated Library System for e-books. You can now use the Overdrive or Libby App. to borrow books from the above Libraries. Please call the library with any questions. HOURS Hours are Monday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., Friday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 4:00…

September 23, 2024

Peer Leadership to Host the 2024 LCCTC Annual Fall Craft Show

Prepare to be swept away by the magic of fall at our 2024 LCCTC Annual Fall Craft Show held on October 5, 2024 from 9:00am to 2:00pm at the Lawrence County Career and Technical Center. (750 Phelps Way, New Castle, PA 16101). From the crisp autumn air, to the vibrant colors of the changing leaves, there’s something truly magical about this time of year. With an impressive lineup of over 175 vendors, this annual event promises an unforgettable celebration of the season with a large variety of arts, crafts, and fall festivities for the whole community to enjoy. Whether you’re…

September 21, 2024

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of September 23rd

The Ellwood City Area Public Library offers a variety of weekly activities. Information is available by calling the library at 724-758-6458. NOTE The Library has partnered with Seneca Library District, Oil Creek Library District, Erie County Public Library and Crawford County Federated Library System for e-books. You can now use the Overdrive or Libby App. to borrow books from the above Libraries. Please call the library with any questions. HOURS Hours are Monday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., Friday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m….

September 19, 2024

North Sewickley Presbyterian Church Hosting “Hope for the Best, & Plan for the Rest” On Saturday

All in our community are invited to our very informative information sessions on the topic of planning for your future, or as we like to call it “Hope for the Best, & Plan for the Rest”. The session will begin Saturday, September 21st at 8:30 a.m. with a continental breakfast so we can get to know you before we begin at 9:00 a.m. with our Introductions and Sessions. There will be two sessions and attendees can pick from 6 topics, 1 topic chosen per session Our Church is hosting a very informative event to encourage Planning for yourself and your…

September 17, 2024

2024 Storytelling Festival Is Saturday

The Annual Storytelling Festival is Saturday! Ellwood City Community Enrichment along with the Ellwood City Area Public Library is hosting the event on Saturday, September 21, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Folino Stage in Ewing Park. Enjoy the captivating stories of Francene Kirk at 4 PM, followed by Mike Perry’s engaging tales at 4:45 PM. Enjoy musical storytelling with Rick Hudson at 5:30 PM, and wrap up the evening with Howard Mincone’s unique blend of juggling and storytelling at 6:15 PM. Families can also enjoy free activities like face painting, balloon art, and horse & trolley rides….

September 14, 2024

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of September 16th

The Ellwood City Area Public Library offers a variety of weekly activities. Information is available by calling the library at 724-758-6458. NOTE The Library has partnered with Seneca Library District, Oil Creek Library District, Erie County Public Library and Crawford County Federated Library System for e-books. You can now use the Overdrive or Libby App. to borrow books from the above Libraries. Please call the library with any questions. HOURS Hours are Monday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., Friday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m….