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February 14, 2023

Local Theatre Enthusiast Planning Improv Group, Hosting Meet and Greet

Calling all local comedy improv actors … Eric McAnallen is working to bring comedy improv to Ellwood City through his community-based troupe Driftwood Dramatics. The group is looking for actors in Lawrence and Beaver County and surrounding areas that would be interested in helping start an ongoing show to be rehearsed and performed in Ellwood City. No experience is required to participate, but actors must be at least 18 years old. An organizational meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 15 at 7:00 PM at Fitzgibbon Meadery (536 Lawrence Avenue, Ellwood City). “It will be a meet and greet,” McAnallen…

February 13, 2023

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of February 13

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. WE’RE OPEN! 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. –…

February 9, 2023

Cambridge Falls Celebrating One Year Anniversary

Cambridge Falls is celebrating its one year anniversary! Come out and celebrate on March 1st for a celebration featuring refreshments, tours, prizes and fun. The anniversary party is scheduled to take place from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. at the facility located at 599 Norwood Drive, Wampum, PA 16157. RSVP to Kathleen Frickanish by call or texting 724-944-1088 or emailing kfrickanish@cambridgeliving.org. Cambridge Falls is a retirement community offering Personal Care and Secured Memory Care options and their Wampum facility includes personal care, a household living environment, and a beauty salon. For more information and for directions to the events, please…

February 7, 2023

Riverside Auxilary Band Hosting 2nd Annual Spin Camp

The Riverside Auxiliary Band is hosting its 2nd Annual Spin Camp. Students will be taught baton, flag, and dance basics. Students will use these skills to learn a routine that will be performed for parents at the end of the camp. At the end of camp, students in grades 6-11 will have the opportunity to sign up for the 2023-24 Marching Band season as part of the Auxillary Band. Students in 5th Grade will have the opportunity to sign up for a new Junior Parade Line. The camp is scheduled to take place February 28 – March 10 (Monday-Friday) at…

February 4, 2023

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week of February 6

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. WE’RE OPEN! 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. –…

February 3, 2023

Wampum American Legion Offering An All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast

The Wampum American Legion is starting it’s all-you-can-eat Breakfast event again on Saturday, February 18th from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. The event is scheduled to take place at the Legion club located at 436 Beaver Street, Wampum, PA 16157. The menu features scrambled eggs, home fries, french toast, sausage, biscuits & gravy, bacon, toast, coffee, tea and orange juice. Costs for the breakfast are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for children five years and younger. “We appreciate your continued support of the Wampum American Legion,” says Wampum Auxilary Post 749 President, Marsha Moore.

January 29, 2023

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week of January 30

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. WE’RE OPEN! 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. –…

January 22, 2023

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of January 23

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. WE’RE OPEN! 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. –…

January 19, 2023

Ellwood City Winter Wine & Brew Fest To Be Held Next Weekend

Tickets are still available for the upcoming Ellwood City Winter Wine and Brew Fest. The annual event will take place from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, January 28 at the Sons of Italy at 808 Lawrence Ave. The event is a crowd favorite and proceeds benefit Ellwood City Revitalization. The cost is $25 per person in advance and $30 per person at the door. The event will be catered, and a cash bar will be available. Purchase tickets at the Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce at 806 Lawrence Ave., DeCaria’s on 5th at 108 Fifth St. and Joey’s…

January 16, 2023

Calvin Church Starting New Program In February

Meet new people & explore faith together. Calvin Presbyterian Church will be sponsoring a new Alpha course beginning February 2nd. Alpha is a series of 12 weekly sessions where you can explore the Christian faith in an open-minded and welcoming environment.  The course is open to the public/community. Calvin Presbyterian Church will host the ALPHA course, run by Pastor Sean Brubaker. Each session begins with a meal, a video, and open-minded discussion. The course will be meeting on Thursday nights @ 6:00 p.m., beginning February 2nd, with dinner AND childcare provided in the lower level of the church located at…