By Jill Runfola
Much to the excitement of all the children there, Santa arrived at the North Belle Vernon Community Bank Park at 6 p.m. on November 19 for light-up night. The line to see him was the length of the park! The NBV Volunteer Fire Dept. made a grand entrance with the arrival of Santa, and the children were delighted, jumping up and down and cheering. Read more...
Monongahela Valley Hospital’s Toys for Tots drive got an added boost this year as members of the Monessen/Rostraver Rotary and Spring Grove Condo Clubhouse Committee donated dozens of dolls, trucks, cars, games, puzzles, stuffed animals and electronic devices to MVH’s annual toy drive.
Read more...By Jill Runfola
The Community Christmas event held at Monessen Public Library on Saturday, December 3, 2016 from noon to 2 p.m. featured a schedule of activities for the children this year. The event included food; face-painting; pictures with Santa; crafts; caroling; a giveaway for hats, scarves, and gloves; and the lighting of the Christmas tree. Read more...
By Jill Runfola
The Monessen Christmas Parade was a short one, but the night was full of other activities. On November 27, 2016, the parade kicked off at 5:30 p.m. in downtown Monessen and ended with the arrival of Santa, portrayed by Gary Painter, by fire truck.
Read more...The Monessen Amphitheater Committee, a 501(c)(3), would like to thank everyone who has participated in, supported, and attended their 2016 events.
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