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CRANBERRY TWP — Commonwealth Adoption International will offer an seminar on international adoption from 10 a.m. to noon Oct. 14 at its office, 215 Executive Drive, Suite 302.
The seminar will provide information on the adoption process and success stories from other parents.
To register, call 724-772-8190.
EVANS CITY — The Evans City Schools Parent Teacher Organization is still accepting vendors for a craft show to be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 21. For information, contact Cheryl Ferarro at 724-473-9254 or clferraro@gmail.com.Heart Association benefits from walkThe American Heart Association Butler, Marshall, Warrendale division will host its annual Heart Walk Oct. 14 at Butler County Community College.Registration and sponsorship information is available by contacting the American Heart Association at 724-287-1823.
The Butler Arts Council is seeking sponsors for its third annual Ring in the Arts New Year's Eve celebration in downtown Butler.Butler businesses may sponsor a performance venue or the performance of a particular artist. Funding is also needed for party hats, which are given to patrons.For information about sponsoring a venue or a performance, call 724-282-1476. Contributions may be mailed to the Butler Arts Council at 421 N. Main St., Butler, Pa. 16001.
The Buttercup Garden Club will meet at 12:30 p.m. Monday at the home of Nancy Neely, 105 Bridle Path Drive.Members should dress to celebrate their favorite holiday. Pumpkins will be decorated.
PORTERSVILLE — Portersville Christian School's annual talent show will be at 7 p.m. Saturday at the school's gym, 343 E. Portersville Rd.Tickets at the door will be $4 for adults and $2 for students.
Pittsburgh — The Make-A-Wish Foundation of Greater Pennsylvania and Southern West Virginia is in need of volunteers to assist with wish fulfillment.As members of "wish teams," volunteers act as liaisons between foundation staff and families, and aid in determining suitable wishes for recipients.Volunteers must be at least 21 and be able to pass a criminal background check.Volunteers also help at special events, fundraising programs and in the office.Attendance at a four-hour training session is mandatory for all interested individuals. For information, call 800-676-WISH.
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.
