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June 27, 2018

Ellwood City Arts, Crafts and Food Festival: Behind the Scenes Part 3 of 4

Popular Bluegrass Band Allegheny Drifters Set to Perform at Ellwood City Festival The Allegheny Drifters are a Bluegrass band originating in Western Pennsylvania. The Band is set to perform at the Ellwood City Arts, Crafts, Food and Entertainment Festival on June 30 at 3:30 p.m. In 2002, veteran western Pennsylvania bluegrass mandolinist Bob Artis was invited to put together a one-show-only bluegrass band to perform with the Pittsburgh Mandolin Orchestra at their debut concert to be held in April 2003. Bob’s wife Karen Artis was the obvious choice to play bass, and friend and former bandmate Bernie Cunningham was called…

June 27, 2018

ROAR Touch a Truck Event

The Riverside nonprofit organization, ROAR, is hosting a “Touch a Truck” event on July 17 as part of their annual fundraising activities. ROAR is a private, non-profit community initiative, working in cooperation with Riverside Beaver County School District. Riverside Memorial Stadium has no public rest facilities. The athletes, marching band, cheerleaders, students, fans, family members and visiting guests have only a few rented, portable public toilets available. In addition, the athletes do not have a sheltered area to gather before, during or after their games or events. The Riverside Outdoor Athletic Renovation initiative, (ROAR), in cooperation with Riverside Beaver County…

June 26, 2018

Ellwood City Arts, Crafts and Food Festival: Behind the Scenes Part 2 of 4

Nickel Plated Revolver to Perform at Ellwood City Festival Nickel Plated Revolver is a cover rock band that originated in Ellwood City around six years ago. There are five members in the band, Chrissy Paglia on Vocals, Todd Swogger on Guitar, Dave Fowler on Vocals and guitar, Steve Confer on Bass and Mark Barnes on Drums. The band will be performing at The Ellwood City Festival on June 29, at 7 p.m. The band started when Swogger got a call from a friend saying he had to go listen a Paglia sing karaoke. “A friend of mine called me and…

June 26, 2018

Ellwood City Festival Juried Art Show 2018 Winners

After a year of absence, the Juried Art Show has returned to the Ellwood City Festival. The Ellwood City Festival committee is pleased to announce the winners of the 2018 Juried Art Show. Taking Best of Show is Lynn Fletcher with her oil painting titled, “Hand Picked”.  Other winners are: 2D Distinguished-Beth Beiter, 3D Distinguished-Chris Ferruchi, Photography Distinguished-Jennifer Toman, 2D Merit-Grace Carroll Hufnagel, & Photography Merit-Lisa Greco.  In the children’s categories, Ali Gardner received a Merit award in the 10 & under category, and Hayden Slade received a Merit award in the 11-15 year old category.   As a special recognition for our men and women who put their lives on the…

June 26, 2018

Mayor Anthony J. Court Presents Second and Third Beautification Awards

Mayor Anthony J. Court was honored to present to the 2nd Beautification Award Winner a yard sign and a gift certificate for a local restaurant to Melissa Maddalon. The 2nd presentation took place on Thursday, 6/21/18 at her home on Mt. Vernon Drive.  It is always a pleasure to present this award to those who are proud and take great pride in their properties. Congratulations Melissa! On Monday, Mayor Anthony J. Court was honored to present the 3rd 2018 Beautification Award Winners with a yard sign and a Gift Certificate at a local restaurant for the pride and hard work…

June 25, 2018

Ellwood City Arts, Crafts and Food Festival: Behind the Scenes Part 1 of 4

Ellwood City is gearing up for its 37th Annual Ellwood City Arts, Crafts and Food Festival starting on June 29 and running till July 1. There will be no shortage of fun with continuous all-day entertainment, vendors and crafts. The festivals activities and entertainment start at 11 a.m. and don’t stop until 10 p.m. The children’s area is returning and will be offering different fun and engaging activities, some of the activities are free and some will cost a small fee. Also returning is the Butterfly Tent and a new maze. This year is the First Annual Festival Hall of…

June 25, 2018

Ellwood City Area Public Library Activities for Week of June 25, 2018

Activities taking place at the Ellwood City Area Public Library include the following: Monday, June 25, at 10:00 a.m. — “Coloring for Adults,” a weekly program that is free and open to the public. This program is usually held on Wednesdays, but will meet on Monday mornings instead during the summer months. “Coloring for Adults” is a program designed to help reduce the stresses of everyday life. Everyone is welcome, so call the library at 724-758-6458 for more information. Tuesday, June 26, at 10:00 a.m. — “Jump Start to Kindergarten,” a program designed for children entering kindergarten in the fall….

June 22, 2018

Young’s Custard Stand Raises Awareness and Money for ALS

Carli Young’s mother was diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis [ALS],  better known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease in February of 2017. It’s a progressive neuro-degenerative disease that affects the nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. ALS has no cure and very few drugs to help slow the progression. “Diagnosis day was the day I lost my mother. It was a long time coming. She had been showing signs of the disease for about 2 years prior. She had been avoiding that doctor’s visit with hope of not having to face the inevitable,” Young said. “Sadly, some forms of ALS…

June 22, 2018

What’s Going On In Ellwood? Ellwood City Activities for June 22 to June 29

Saturday, June 23rd: Ellwood City Farmers’ Market: Every Saturday through October 6th 8:00 AM until Noon Live music from 9:00 – 11:00 AM Located in the Beaver Avenue Parking Lot (500 Block) FREE PARKING DOWNTOWN! The Penn State Co-Op Extension will present on the importance of composting from 8-9am. “Summer of Art”: The Ellwood City Art Club is offering Saturday art classes lead by art club members. These classes are open to everyone and held at the Ellwood Area Family Center from 10am-12pm. Reservations are due 2 weeks prior to the class. Today’s drawing class “Principal of Design” – 7…

June 22, 2018

Adult Dance Pool Party Ewing Park

The Ellwood City Council Parks and Recreation Committee is having a Adult Dance Pool Party at Ewing Park on Monday, June 25, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The theme of the party is oldies and DJ Franko will be playing music from the 50’s 60’s and 70’s. People are welcome to dance, mingle, swim or relax and enjoy the music. The concession stand will be open for those attending the event. There is a $5 admission fee. The event was inspired by the idea of getting more people to come to the park and enjoy the pool and have something…