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The following benefits will be held for Skylar Meredith, 12, of Butler, who was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor.
• 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. July 2, Chinese auction and raffle at the Rotary Shelter of Butler Memorial Park
• 2 to 6 p.m. July 30, bake sale and spaghetti dinner at North Street Christian Church. To donate or volunteer, contact Tammy King at 724-431-5000 or Michelle Cousins after 4 p.m. at 724-968-2336.
Donations can be made to the Skylar Meredith Trust at First Commonwealth Bank.
• EMLENTON — The 56th annual Gerwick family reunion will be held at 1 p.m. July 10 at Hughes Park. Bring a covered dish and gifts for the auction for kids up to age 10.• BUTLER TWP — The 65th Annual Jones and Davis family reunion will be held July 16 at Sugarcreek Park. Bring a picnic to share for meals at noon and 5 p.m. Bingo players should bring a wrapped gift and there will be a white elephant auction and grocery basket fundraiser for those who wish to contribute. There will also be a horseshoe tournament and children's games. For information, call Joann Fyock at 724-297-3017.
Butler Montessori School, 230 E. Jefferson St., has limited openings in its preschool program for 3- and 4-year-olds. For information, call 724-283-1846 or visit www.butler-montessori.com.
The Butler High School class of 1981 will hold a reunion July 30 at the Brick House, 118 N. Main St.For information, contact Karen Snyder at kasrx31@zoominternet.net or Nicole Slomer at slom910@zoominternet.net.
NORTH WASHINGTON — Moniteau High School's 1960 to 1969 graduates will host a group class reunion July 16 at the North Washington Fireman's Social Hall. Social hour begins at 4 p.m. with dinner at 6 p.m. If you have not been contacted and would like to attend, contact Frances (Campbell) Harding at francesharding62@yahoo.com or 724-679-3828.
MUDDY CREEK TWP — The Muddy Creek Oil Field in Moraine State Park will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 9 for visitors to see an operating oil field and learn about the history of oil in this area.There also will be free refreshments and an exhibit of antique tractors. The oil field is located off the 528 exit of Route 422 in Moraine State Park.For information, call 724-368-9185 or visit www.muddycreekoilfield.com.Notices of local upcoming news should be received by the Focus Department one week in advance of the event. Entries should include the name and phone number of the person providing the information and be sent to: P.O. Box 271, Butler, PA 16003, or focus@butlereagle.com.
