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APRIL 1

FREE COMMUNITY DINNER - The California United Methodist Church invites the local community to its monthly free dinner on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. Despite the date, church organizers assure neighbors that the invitation to a hot, complimentary meal is no April Fool’s joke. The dinner will be held from 6:00PM to 7:00PM in the Church Social Hall, located at 227 Third Street, across from the Dairy Queen. This month’s featured entrées are chicken and halupki (stuffed cabbage rolls). The main course will be accompanied by a variety of side dishes and desserts provided by dinner attendees, offering a true community-style dining experience. The dinner is open to all members of the public. While donations are accepted to help sustain the program, they are never expected. For more information, please contact the church office at 724-938-2270.

APRIL 4

CLOTHING SALE - The Olive Branch Baptist Church will hold a Clothing Sale on Saturday, April 4 from 9:30AM to 11:00AM. 296 St Rt 981 Rostraver Twp. Pa 15012.   Donations may be dropped off in black plastic bags at the back entrance of the church.

APRIL 4

PAWS & POSIES - Mon Valley Paws will sponsor a Paws and Posies event on Saturday April 4, from 11:00AM to 1:30PM at Pet Supplies Plus,  110 Sara Way in Belle Vernon. McShane's Florist and MVP will provide the backdrop. A $5 donation is suggested.  Parents will use their mobile phone to take their Pet's picture.  For more information call 724-493-8305. 

APRIL 9

WEST NEWTON NIGHT MARKET - April 9, 5:00PM to 9:00PM, 122 N Water St West Newton. Vendors welcome. Be sure to telephone for information to set up. 724-689-4342 

APRIL 11

MON VALLEY PAWS MEET & GREET - A meet and greet community engagement program to be held at His Place 100 3rd St. Monessen, from 9:30AM to 1:30PM on Saturday April 11.   MVP members will be on hand to discuss the mission of  MVP.   MVP will be collecting  food and other pet supplies for distribution  to our shelters and rescues.  For more information call 724-493-8305. 

APRIL 11

RUMMAGE SALE - Saturday, April 11 – 8:00AM to 2:00PM. John McMillan Presbyterian Church

875 Clifton Road, Bethel Park, PA 15102. All proceeds to benefit this summer's Youth Mission Trip to Knoxville, TN. Cash only

APRIL 11

FLEA MARKET - The Friends of the Community Library of Castle Shannon will hold its spring Flea Market on Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 9am-2pm. The Flea Market will be held in the community room of the library at 3677 Myrtle Avenue.

APRIL 11

FOR THE LOVE OF DOGS & COOKIES FUNDRAISER – Event to benefit Mojo’s Wallet and South Hills Pet Rescue will be held on Saturday, April 11 from 11:00AM to 2:30PM at Oddfellow Hall, located at 3684 Finleyville-Elrama Road in Finleyville.   Guests will enjoy a lunch buffet, raffle items, unique creations, artisan Enso Forge and a Cookie Sale. Tickets are $20 and includes the lunch buffet, beverage, and door prize entry for a Bissell pet vacuum. Raffle tickets and cookies sold separately. (You DO NOT need to be present to win door prize or raffle items. (Children ages 12 and under are free.) For tickets or to donate a raffle item, call or text 724-288-0118. Proceeds Benefits Mojo’s Wallet, a PA 501(c)(3) Animal Aid Charity and South Hills Pet Rescue (Kennel License 13276). Donations are fully tax deductible!          

APRIL 11

ELECTRONICS RECYCLING EVENT - The Mon-Yough River Valley Rotary Club will sponsor an electronics recycling event April 11 from 10:00AM to 1:00PM at the Herman Mihalich Boat Launch, 1 Monongahela St. in Monessen. There will be restrictions on the number and types of items accepted at the event offered in conjunction with Westmoreland Cleanways and Recycling and ProWaste LLC of Belle Vernon.

The following items will be accepted: flat screen and tube televisions, computer towers, computer monitors, computer keyboards, printers and related cables, laptops, e-books, e-readers, fax machines, VCRs, microwave ovens, landline phones, am/fm radios, tape players and turntables. The following items will not be accepted: vacuum sweepers, standalone speakers, carpet scrubbers, large console stereo systems, DVD disks and VCR tapes. A four-item-per-person limit will be enforced. There is no charge for this event, but donations will be accepted to fund projects in the communities served by the Rotary club.

APRIL 12

GRILLED CHEESE FUNDRAISER - Join the Pleasant Hills Lions Club for their Grilled Cheese Fundraiser on April 12 from 11:00AM – 4:00PM at the Pleasant Hills Borough building located at 410 East Bruceton Road in Pleasant Hills. Tickets are $15 and includes a gourmet, made-to-order grilled cheese sandwich, tomato soup, drink and dessert.   Proceed benefit the senior holiday gifts project. Brooms are also available. For any questions, please call 412-427-8628.

APRIL 12

BREAD OF LIFE DINNER - Free to the public. 4:00PM to 6:30PM at Christ Lutheran Church Vine St. West Newton. 724-872-7467 for more information. 

APRIL 13

MOTHER'S DAY FUNDRAISER - Monongahela Area Library invites you to celebrate a special woman in your life by adding your photo to our blooming garden wall. Each flower represents a mother, grandmother, sister, teacher or friend who helped you grow and your donation of $10 helps our library grow too. Visit our library between April 13 and May 7 to make your donation and have your photo taken by our library staff (or emailed to us.) Seed packet, bookmark along with your flower photo can be picked up on May 8-9. 813 W Main St Monongahela. Join us this April/May and be a part of our beautiful Graden of Love!

APRIL 14

CLOTHES 4 U MINISTRY – The Clothes 4 U ministry of the First United Methodist church at 200 State Street Belle Vernon will be open to the public on Tuesdays April 14 and April 28 from 9:00AM to 12:00 noon.  Our spring and summer clothes are being put out for your needs.  We do not sell our clothing   We are open to help anyone in the Mon Valley.   Our clothes are strictly donation in and out.  And thank you to all that help by donating to this ministry

APRIL 14

SOUTH HILLS COIN CLUB - The monthly meeting of the South Hills Coin Club will held Tuesday evening April 14, at 7:30 PM at the Bethel Park Municipal building located at 5100 West Library Ave. in Bethel Park, Pa. All members and the general public are invited. This month's program will be on mint error notes part 2.  A 50/50 will be offered and children's prizes to be awarded. Applications are now being accepted for membership. For more information call 724-483-1647

APRIL 15

FOOD BANK - The St. Vincent de Paul-sponsored food bank will be held on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at the parking lot of the St. Mary’s Social Hall (118 Church St., Brownsville) from 11:00 a.m. through noon. The food will be loaded directly into your car by volunteers and participants are asked to remain in their cars.  Families must be registered with Fayette County Community Action Agency in order to receive food.  Anyone who is not registered and lives in the Brownsville Area must complete the required paperwork before receiving their food and those who register on the day of the food bank are not guaranteed a box of food at the site and may have to travel to the food distribution warehouse in Republic.  Families wishing to sign up on the distribution day will need to bring photo identification, the date of birth of each person in the household, and verification of address.

APRIL 16

BINGO - New Eagle VFD Ladies Auxiliary, ‘The Great Spring Giveaway’ BINGO. $4,000 Bingo, Thursday - April 16. Doors open 5:15PM. Games Start 7:00PM. Kitchen will be open. $20 per package includes admission and full bingo package. 250 tickets available – Ticket required for attendance. 20 Reg Games - GIFTS/Cash $125. (Same format as our Holiday Bingo – includes pick of the table). 4 specials - $150. Jackpot Games REG $50 then X & T $50. Cover All $1,100. Tickets: Visit NEVFD Facebook page for online purchase link, or call 724-258-6379 leave message or stop at New Eagle Boro Building (9:00-2:30 PM) to buy in person. All are welcome, extra tickets will be available at the door.

APRIL 16

MON VALLEY COIN CLUB - The monthly meeting of the Mon Valley Coin Club will take place at 7:00 p.m. Thursday April 16th at VFW Post 1409, 793 E. Main St., Monongahela. Discussion will be on: The coins of Lundy. All members and the public are invited to attend. A 50/50 and raffle 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 17

BINGO - Saints Joachim and Anne Parish will host a Bingo on Friday, April 17 at the St. Eugene Church Hall, 3210 Liberty Way, in Liberty Boro. $35 Advanced Admission tickets include- regular games, specials and jackpot. $40 at the door if space permits. Food, bake sale, instant bingo and 50/50. For advanced tickets and for more information please call Cathy Esack at 412-980-2918.

APRIL 18

JEFFERSON HILLS CLEAN UP - Keep our community beautiful and green! Join the Borough of Jefferson Hills Environmental Advisory Council for a morning of volunteering on April 18, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to noon. Meet at the Jefferson Hills Borough Building at 9:00 a.m. Old clothing and closed-toe shoes are recommended. Vests, gloves, trash bags, and snacks will be provided. To RSVP, call 412-655-7735 or fill out the two-question Google Form: https://forms.gle/jZ4Hhs48tfPLTB9x7

APRIL 18

FLEA MARKET AND SOUP / BAKE SALE - A Flea Market and Soup/Bake Sale will be held on April 18, from 8:00AM to 4:00PM at River Hill Church of Christ, located at 2105 River Hill Road in Monongahela, 15063.   Contact Nancy Tencer with any questions at 412-302-8359 or vis e-mail Nancyboissin@yahoo.com.

APRIL 18

FLEA MARKET - Wilson Presbyterian Church located at 400 North Fourth Street in Clairton will hold a Flea Market, Spaghetti Dinner (take-out only), and Bake Sale on Saturday, April 18 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Many new items! The spaghetti dinner will consist of spaghetti, meat sauce, tossed salad, and bread at a cost of $10.00. For information, please call 412-233-5996.

APRIL 18

SPAGHETTI DINNER - A Spaghetti Dinner will be held on Saturday, April 18 from 4:00PM to 6:00PM at Wrights United Methodist Church, located at 788 Venetia Road in Venetia. Eat in or take out available. Dinner includes spaghetti, meatballs, salad, bread, dessert and beverage.   Cost is just $12 for Adults and $8 for Kids (ages 10 and under). Cash or check accepted. For more info, call Kathy Jo at 412-525-2143.

APRIL 18

FLEA MARKET - A Flea Market will be held in Elizabeth Township on Saturday, April 18 from 8:00AM to 1:00PM at Central Highlands Community United Methodist Church. In addition to great bargains, attendees will also enjoy a bake sale, hot dogs, keilbasa, snacks, soda and free coffee. Central Highlands Community UMC is located at 100 Timothy Drive, in Elizabeth, PA 15037.

APRIL 18

‘WESTERN GAME NIGHT’ - Long Branch Community Grange. The community is invited to ride the rails back to 1849 and share in spectacular entertainment, great food and the best parlor games Long Branch Grange has to offer. 1849 was a wild time with surprises around every corner, and this event will certainly be the same. There will be an array of parlor games where you can earn chances for lots of prizes including our grand prize of at least $250. A variety of Grange food will be available for purchase throughout the evening. Pizza boats, loaded nacho platters, stuffed baked potatoes with all the toppings, grilled chicken, chili, pulled pork sliders, mini charcuterie boards, taco salads, vegetable trays and so much more! The Grange is located at 210 Chestnut St., Coal Center, PA. The price of tickets for this event will be just $10 admission. For tickets or more info call 724-938-2529 or 724-785-2325.

APRIL 18

PETER PAN JR. MUSICAL - Join us for a magical adventure with Peter Pan Jr. at Ringgold High School! Saturday, April 18, 2026 at Ringgold High School in Monongahela. Watch our talented students bring Neverland to life with music, adventure, and a little pixie dust! Tickets: Adults $10, Children & Seniors $8. Bring your family and friends and come support our amazing performers.

APRIL 19

ST. GEORGE/ALLENTOWN VETERANS COMMUNITY REUNION - A reunion dinner presented by the St. George Church Preservation Society will take place at 3:00PM on Sunday, April 19 at Salvatore's Event Center, 5001 Curry Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15236. Everyone is invited to join parishioners, alumni, veterans, Allentown neighbors, family and friends to enjoy dinner, fellowship, door prizes & raffles. Seating is limited! Please spread the word. Make your reservation ASAP by calling 412-502-5062 or email contact@SGCPS.net. To make your reservation online, please visit the St. George Store at www.SGCPS.net.

APRIL 21

SOUTH PARK HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEETING - The Society's membership meeting and program will be held Tuesday, April 21 at 7:00PM at the Library Fire Hall, located at 6581 Library Road in South Park. The program for the evening will be "History Presentation of Snowden/South Park Schools" by Dan Stellute. All meetings are held at no charge and open to the public. Light refreshments are provided.

For further information, visit the website at: http://www.southparkhistoricalsociety.com

or Facebook at: facebook.comsouthparkhistoricalsociety

APRIL 22

WORLD WAR II: ON THE HOMEFRONT - West Jefferson Hills Historical Society (WJHHS) is pleased to offer society and community members Andrea Maue's free program "World War II: On the Homefront." This informative program will be held at 7:00 PM on April 22, in the Council Chambers of the Jefferson Hills Borough Building.  Expert and collector of World War II Homefront memorabilia, Maue inherited an amazing collection of this period's artifacts from her parents, who were former science teachers. Artifacts from the collection include Remember Pearl Harbor, Victory, Sweetheart Jewelry, and many other items which were circulated to keep the Homefront focused on the war effort. A writer, teacher, and volunteer, Maue will not only honor her late parents’ dedication to this crucial time in American history with her presentation, but her program also promises to enlighten and entertain those curious about daily life in America during World War II.

APRIL 22

AIRY FLORAL ARRANGEMENT CRAFT CLASS - The Monongahela Area Library invites you to our upcoming craft class! Join us to design a beautiful airy floral arrangement on Wednesday, April 22nd at 5:30 pm. The cost is $35, and registration is required. Space is limited, so be sure to sign up early.  Location: Monongahela Area Library 813 West Main St, Monongahela Phone:724-258-5409 We look forward to crafting with you!

APRIL 23

BLOOD DRIVE - The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive Thursday, April 23, 2026, from 10:00AM to 3:00PM at the St. Mary’s Social Hall/St. Peter and St. Cecelia 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 23 – APRIL 25

SPRING BOOK SALE - The Friends of the South Park Township Library will host their Spring Book Sale at the South Park Community Center (2575 Brownsville Road, South Park Township, PA 15129) from April 23–25. Browse gently used books, media, games, and puzzles while supporting the South Park Township Library. Hours are as follows: Thursday, April 23, from 6 to 8 PM; Friday, April 24, from 10 AM to 7 PM; and Saturday, April 25, from 10 AM to 3 PM, featuring $5‑a‑bag day.

APRIL 25

HIDDEN GEMS FLEATIQUE - Mt. Vernon Community Presbyterian Church will hold their second annual ‘Hidden Gems Fleatique’ on Saturday April 25 from 8:00AM till 2:00PM.  Featured will be fresh bakery items with many breakfast goodies, handmade crafts, home decor, clothing, jewelry, purses, sporting goods, tools, holiday items, furniture, books, toys, kitchen items and many more.

There will be a basket raffle with baskets coming from our local businesses.   Baskets will include a variety of gift cards, goodies, candles, soap and too many more to tell you. The kitchen will also be open with breakfast items and hot coffee.  They will also have ham BBQs, Halushki, hot dogs, walking tacos and Mac and cheese.  Come hungry!   Mt. Vernon Church is located at 2200 Buena Vista Rd. In Elizabeth Forward.  

APRIL 25

DINE & DONATE - Mon Valley Paws will sponsor a Dine and Donate Foodland hoagie sale at Bart's BP on Grand Blvd in Monessen on Saturday April 25. 2026 at 9:00 AM until sold out.  Hoagie cost is $9. Preorders accepted until April 16. To preorder call 724-314-6571. 

APRIL 26

LOADS OF LOVE - Pleasant View Presbyterian Church, 533 Royal Road, Smock is sponsoring “Loads of Love” at the Mod Laundromat (503 Union St., Brownsville-across from the DQ) on Sunday, April 26, 2026, from 1:00PM to 4:00PM.  Those who need help paying for laundry costs are invited to do their laundry at this time. 

APRIL 28

MON VALLEY PAWS MEETING - Monthly meeting on Tuesday April 28, at 6:00PM at the Italian club, located at 122 7th St. in Monessen. All members and anyone wanting to make a difference in the lives of the animals are encouraged to attend.  For more information call 724-494-8305. 

APRIL 28

CLOTHES 4 U MINISTRY - The Clothes 4 U ministry of the First United Methodist church at 200 State Street Belle Vernon will be open to the public on Tuesday, April 28 from 9:00AM to 12:00 noon.  Our spring and summer clothes are being put out for your needs.  We do not sell our clothing   We are open to help anyone in the Mon Valley.   Our clothes are strictly donation in and out.  And thank you to all that help by donating to this ministry

APRIL 28

GOODWILL DONATION -The Belle Vernon Public Library will library host a donation drive at Goodwill of SWPa’s Tri County Plaza location Tuesday, April 28. Donations brought there 3:00PM – 6:00PM will help the library raise money, as well benefit Goodwill in their mission to help people overcome barriers to employment. Acceptable donations include clothing, handbags, glass and housewares, cooking accessories, musical instruments, sports equipment and toys. Among the items that cannot be included in the donation day is furniture, baby cribs and gates, computers and televisions. A full list of acceptable and unacceptable items is available at the library. The library is in the North Belle Vernon Municipal Building, 505 Speer Street. Hours of operation are Monday and Wednesday 10:00AM to 7:30PM, Tuesday and Thursday 12:00 noon to 6:00PM and Friday and Saturday 9:00AM to 4:00PM. For more info, contact the library at 724-929-6642.

APRIL 30

EARLY CHRISTIANITY LECTURE - There will be public lecture on Early Christianity by Dr. Marc Wisnoski, PhD of the University of Pittsburgh on Thursday, April 30 at 7:00PM. The lecture will take place in the conference room of the Monongahela Fire Department, next to Monongahela City Hall on Main Street in Monongahela. Dr. Wisnoski's talk is titled: The Earliest Christians: The Apostolic Church from Jerusalem to the Second Century. The lecture will introduce the lives and worship of the early Christians and how it impacts Christian Churches today.

MAY 1 - 2

SOUTH HILLS CHORALE - The South Hills Chorale will present its spring concert, ‘Dreamscapes: Songs of Hope and Adventure’, on Friday, May 1 at 7:00 PM and Saturday, May 2 at 1:00 PM at Christ United Methodist Church, 44 Highland Road, Bethel Park. The program explores the universal themes of imagination, perseverance, and the spirit of adventure through an engaging collection of choral works. Audiences will be transported through musical storytelling that ranges from heroic journeys and legendary tales to moments of reflection and inspiration. The South Hills Chorale, a community ensemble of singers from throughout the region, is known for presenting varied and accessible choral repertoire while fostering artistic excellence and community connection. Tickets are $25 and are available online, at the door, or from any chorale member. The performance venue Christ United Methodist Church, offers convenient parking and comfortable seating, providing an ideal setting for this uplifting musical experience. For more information about the South Hills Chorale follow the organization on social media or visit its website www.southhillschorale.org

MAY 2

FLEA MARKET - The St Valentine’s Christian Mothers are sponsoring an indoor flea market on Saturday, May 2 from 9:00AM - 2:00PM in Frawley Hall, 2710 Ohio St, in Bethel Park.  Come browse over 75 tables of treasures, have lunch in the café, enjoy delicious desserts at our bake sale, or try your luck at the 50/50.  There is no charge for admission.  Spaces are still available at $20 per table.   For more information, please contact 412-854-4656.

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