MARS — The Mars Public Library will offer the following programs in July and August. Children must be registered for all programs. For information, call 724-625-9048.

• Prancing Paws dog safety program and performance at 6:30 p.m. July 12.

• Earl Schriver and his wild birds at 1 p.m. July 18. Recommended for third graders and older.

• Pet parade at 10:30 a.m. Aug. 2. Pets must be registered at the library to participate. A rain date is set for Aug. 3.

GROVE CITY — The AARP Chapter 3423 in Grove City is hosting a bus trip July 26 to the Station Dinner Theater in Erie.The musical comedy "Snake Eye Sam's Saloon Showdown" and a chuck wagon-style dinner will be included along with bus transportation in the $52 cost.Pickup will be at 10 a.m. at Campbell's bus garage in Slippery Rock and at 10:15 a.m. at the College View Towers parking lot in Grove City.Approximate return time is 6 p.m.Reservations may be made by calling 724-458-5032.

GROVE CITY — Seniors for Safe Driving and the East Main Presbyterian Church of Grove City will sponsor a highway safety education program for those 55 and older.The 7-hour class will be divided into two 3½-hour sessions and will qualify attendees for a discount on their automobile insurance premiums.Tuition is $12.The class will be held from 5:30 to 9 p.m. July 13 and 20 at the church, 120 E. Main St.For information or to register, call 800-559-4880 or log on to www.seniorsforsafedriving.com.

VALENCIA — The Valencia Presbyterian Church, 80 Sterret St., will hold a rummage sale from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 15.Unsold items will be donated tot he veterans.The community is welcome. For information, call 724-625-2002.

Footprints in the Heart, a remembrance fundraising walk to benefit the Paul Lawrence Dunbar Community Center, is set for 9 a.m. Aug. 5 at the Succop Theater on the Butler County Community College campus.Those registering by July 15 will receive a free T-shirt.Participation is free, but those wishing to be named as sponsors can contribute at the $100 or $200 level.Walkers are asked to bring a photo of their deceased child or loved one to be placed in a photo necklace frame provided on walk day.Those not registered may register an hour before the walk begins.For more information, call Robin Miller at 724-287-3706.

The following family reunion has been announced:• <B>The Gerwick family</B> will host its 51st family reunion at 1 p.m. July 9 at the Hughes Park in Emlenton. Attendees should take table service and gifts for the auction. Meat and beverages will be provided.Notices, in writing, of festivals, fundraising events, newly elected officers and other news from clubs and nonprofit groups should be sent to the Focus department one week in advance of the event. Items should include the name and phone number of the person providing the information and be sent to Focus, Butler Eagle, P.O. Box 271, Butler, PA 16003.