5/14/2008
American Cancer Society Relay for Life Survivor Dinner
Mary Mother of Hope Parish Center. Dinner, Entertainment,T-shirt distribution. RSVP by 5/10/08. 724-654-5577
5/15/2008
WBN 2008 Annual Spring Dinner & Business Meeting
Scottish Rite Cathedral, 110 East Lincoln Ave, New Castle. Members $40, nonmembers $50. Cocktails at 5:30, dinner at 6:30. Entertainment and business meeting to follow. Reservations required by 5/7/08. Send checks payable to WBN to Jeannette Rice, Childrens Advocacy Center of Lawrence County, 1000 S. Mercer St - 4 North, New Castle, PA 16101
5/16/2008
- 5/18/2008
John Bloom Magic Show / New Castle Playhouse
Witness the incredible "sleight of hand" of master magician and illusionist, John Steve Bloom. Both fun and fascinating, this is a show not to be missed. Bloom has received international acclaim for his magical performances which feature a number of grand stage illusions. Family entertainment. Call 724-654-3437 http://www.newcastleplayhouse.org
5/17/2008
Spirit of the Seasons: Spring / Villa Maria
9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Explore four paths of Creation Spirituality, integrating wisdom, the natural world, and expressive arts. Cost: $40, includes lunch. Cost: $35 if registered by April 30. Registration due: May 1. Call 724-964-8920 ext. 3387. http://www.humilityofmary.org
5/17/2008
Ferns and Flowers at McConnells Mill
2:00 pm Join the park naturalist at the picnic tables beside the old mill for a guided walk focusing on ferns. Slippery Rock Gorge is home to many varieties of ferns, some of which are rare. Also, wildflowers of many descriptions are found in the park. Explore the rocky paths near the old mill in search of these delicate beauties. Some moderate hiking involved, bring water and sturdy shoes. Parking available at Kildoo picnic area, then walk down to the mill. 724-368-3612
5/17/2008
Spring Garden Party / Volant
Stroll through the new community gardens. Reserve your spot at high tea. Enjoy indoor and outdoor garden ideas throughout town. http://www.volantshops.com
5/17/2008
Wine Festival / Hoyt Institute
7 p.m. 7th annual wine festival. Info call 724-652-2882 http://www.hoytartcenter.org
5/17/2008
Lawrence County Garden Mart
8 am - 1 pm Flowers, annuals, perennials, crafts, baked goods and more. Cascade Park Pavilion, New Castle, PA 724-654-3893
5/17/2008
- 5/18/2008
American Cancer Society Relay for Life
Neshannock High School track.noon 5/17 till 10am 5/18. Open to the public. Various activities throughout the day.724-654-5577
5/18/2008
A Taste of the Middle East at St. Elias
12-4 pm All Syrian foods served a-la-carte. Kibbee, grape leaves, spinach pies tabouli, and more. St. Elias Orthodox Church, 724-658-1712 http://www.st-elias.org
5/19/2008
Pittsburgh Symphony / Viva Las Vegas
Held at Scottish Rite Cathedral at 8 p.m. That's right, Vegas baby! Maestro Everly and the PSO take a spin on the musical roulette wheel with hip classics such as Luck Be a Lady, Hey Big Spender, Viva Las Vegas, The Lady is a Tramp, and many more. The cast of high rollers include Broadway leading man, Joe Cassidy, the current star of the hit Las Vegas production of The Rat Pack, Brian Duprey, the comedic and beautiful Alison Briner, and Mr . Showman himself, Martin Preston as the legendary Liberace. The exciting city of Las Vegas will be honored in this fast paced jackpot evening of musical hit after hit. Remember, what happens at Heinz Hall stays at Heinz Hall. Tickets, call 1-800-743-8560 or visit WWW.PITTSBURHGSYMPHONY.ORG http://www.pittsburghsymphony.org
5/20/2008
Reflection Series / Villa Maria
9:30 - 11:30 a.m. "Bridges to Contemplative Living". Cost: $7 per session plus $6 for the book or $50 for the entire series. Registration required. Call 724-964-8901 ext. 3241 http://www.humilityofmary.org
5/20/2008
- 6/27/2008
Group Exhibit / Hoyt Institute
Various cultures is explored in the work of Sun Young Kang, Brenda Bates Clark, Jack Carlton, and Michele Perelman. Public Reception: June 1 Info call 724-652-2882 http://www.hoytartcenter.org
5/21/2008
Simplicity Circle / Villa Maria
6:30 - 8 p.m. Monthly meetings / Northwest Earth Institute. No Charge. Registration appreciated. Call 724-964-8920 ext. 3387 http://www.humilityofmary.org
5/22/2008
- 5/26/2008
Memorial Day Classic Dog Show
One of the biggest dog shows on the eastern part of the states. The public is welcomed to come. $4 per carload at the Lawrence County Fairgrounds. Sponsored by the New Castle Kennel Club. 724-284-1188
5/23/2008
- 5/25/2008
National Button Accordion Festival
Weekend special: all 3 days for $25 or Fri. 5-10 pm $8, Sat. noon - 10 pm $10, Sun. noon to 9 pm $10. Dancing and jamming, food and beverages. Bessemer Croatian Club, 601 E. Poland Ave., Bessemer, PA 724-588-3786
5/23/2008
- 5/26/2008
Memorial Day Sidewalk Sale / Prime Outlets
Grove City, PA. Find incredible bargains at our sale! Shop our Center Monday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Call 1-888-545-7221 or visit our website. http://www.primeoutlets.com
5/23/2008
Owl Prowl at McConnells Mill
8:30 pm Join the search for the sounds and sights of owls on Hell’s Hollow trail. We may even carry on a conversation with one. Bring a flashlight, wear sturdy shoes, and meet park staff at the Hell’s Hollow parking lot for a nighttime adventure. Allow 15 minutes to get to Hells Hollow (no facilities) if coming from the old mill. 724-368-3612
5/23/2008
Bernardin Lunch & Lecture / Villa Maria
Noon - 3 p.m. "Common Ground and the Life of the Spirit". Annual lecture honors the late, beloved Cardinal Joesph Bernardin and his Catholic Common Ground Initiative. Cost: $40. Registration due May 2. Call 724-964-8920 ext. 3241
5/25/2008
Fishing Derby in Ellwood City
Kids trout fishing derby held in the Connoquenessing Creek. Info call 724-758-5501
5/25/2008
Heart Hike at McConnells Mill
4:00 pm Come out and get fit! This is the first in a series of five guided hikes this summer, traveling over the beautiful paths in McConnells Mill State Park. Join park staff for hikes of gently increasing challenge and enjoy the scenery along the way. Watch the DCNR Calendar of Events for dates, times and locations, and for all hikes wear sturdy shoes and bring drinking water. This first hike meets in Kildoo Picnic Area, goes down the stone steps to the gristmill, then up Alpha Pass Trail to the Point Parking Area, then back to Kildoo, for a total of about 1 & 1/2 miles. 724-368-3612
5/25/2008
- 6/1/2008
Weeklong Directed Retreat / Villa Maria
Come entire week, or first 3 days, or last 3 days. Begins 7 p.m. the first day and ends at 10 a.m. last day. Cost: $425/7 days or $350/3 days. Registration due 21 days prior to the first day. Call 724-964-8920 ext. 3241 http://www.humilityofmary.org
Upcoming EventsAmerican Cancer Society Relay for Life Survivor Dinner 5/14/2008
Mary Mother of Hope Parish Center. Dinner, Entertainment,T-shirt distribution. RSVP by 5/10/08. 724-654-5577
RECENT NEWS Thunder Friday!!!
Thunder Friday is coming soon! Wear you best black and red to support our local minor league football team, New Castle Thunder! Games start in June. T-shirts are available at our office or by calling 724-654-8970.
