Check eBay for tickets to Repeal Day event
SHARON — The Repeal Day event Saturday at The Corinthian in Sharon is sold out, but two tickets are being auctioned on eBay.
The auction ends Thursday and proceeds from the eBay sale will benefit the Shenango River Watchers, a nonprofit watershed group founded to clean up, preserve and protect the environmental, scenic and recreational attributes of the Shenango River. The ’30s era-themed event celebrates the repeal of Prohibition and will feature live music from Max Schang and Bathtub Gin Swing, food, a silent auction, some surprises by the Walnut Lodge Players and some 68 craft beers to sample. A donation receipt from the Shenango River Watchers will be provided for any amount paid over the face value of the ticket. For more information or to find the link to the tickets on eBay, visit www.repealday.blogspot.com.
Pet food drive continues at Hillcrest-Flynn
HERMITAGE — Hillcrest-Flynn Pet Funeral Home is trying to collect 25,000 pounds of pet food to benefit six of the area’s animal rescue groups -- Animal Advocacy, Animal Appeal, Club Pet, Pet Solutions, The Mercer County Humane Society and Strayhaven Animal Shelter -- which are facing tough times as they are taking in many more pets because of the struggling economy. Shelter donations are low to none and they are finding themselves with little food to carry them through the winter. Anyone who donates before Dec. 18 may register to win a dog or cat holiday basket valued at $75. Donations can include: dog or cat food (no expired please), bleach, blankets (laundered please), cat or dog toys, cat litter, dog or cat treats, paper towels or laundry detergent. Visit www.hillcrestflynn.com or call 724-347-5100 for details. Hillcrest-Flynn is located at 2619 E. State St., Hermitage.
Experience light-up night magic in Sandy Lake
SANDY LAKE – “Christmas Magic & Light Up Night” will take place in the downtown business district of Sandy Lake from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday.
There will be free horse and wagon rides; live reindeer; live music; lighted “Old Fashioned Christmas” and antique sleigh display; prize drawings and refreshments. Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive at the borough building by horse and wagon at 6 p.m., and will visit with children until 8.
There will also be Christmas Magic bingo, with cards available at a variety of businesses, and a Christmas coloring contest.
High school choirs unite for food drive concert
HERMITAGE — Slippery Rock University choirs, directed by Dr. Stephen Barr, and Hickory High School Chamber Singers will present a free food drive concert at 7 p.m. Friday in Hickory High School Auditorium.
Those attending are asked to take suggested donations including oatmeal, dry beans, rice, peanut butter, jelly, jam; canned pasta, chili, soups, fish, vegetables, fruit and juices; boxed macaroni and cheese, pasta, instant potatoes and crackers; pancake, baking and bread mixes; and juice boxes, all of which will benefit Shenango Valley food banks.
Bach Society presents holiday concerts
GROVE CITY – The Bach Society invites the community to its annual free Christmas concert, “Noel We Sing.” Performances are at 8 p.m. Friday at Center Presbyterian Church, Slippery Rock, and 8 p.m. Saturday at Tower Presbyterian Church, Grove City.
The 40-member choir will sing sacred and secular Christmas music the whole family will enjoy.
Stone House presents ‘A Civil War Christmas’
BUTLER COUNTY – Slippery Rock University’s Old Stone House celebrates the holiday season from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and SundayDec. 5 and 6 with “A Civil War Christmas,” a free public program highlighting the traditions, music, and culture of Christmas in 19th century America.
The event, presented in partnership with Mercer’s 10th Pennsylvania Reserve Volunteer Co., will include historical re-enactments and activities inside the festive holiday atmosphere of the Stone House.
All activities are free; donations benefit the Old Stone House at state routes 8, 173, and 528, 12 miles north of Butler.
Info: www.oldstonehousePA.org
