Miller Minutes
Finals are finished and college graduates are flocking back to Butler after their commencements, which means there will be more people looking for ways to have fun in their own backyard!
I know from experience the time spent at home can move slowly. Seeing family and friends is good for the first few weeks, but when jobs get boring and warm regards are exchanged, you might wonder if there’s anything to tide you over until the Big Butler Fair.
Rest assured, Miller Minutes was created for this purpose. It’s my goal to throw something new your way every week, and remind you that this small town’s charm extends to every borough and township.
You don’t have to wait until Memorial Day or Independence Day to get a thrill. Things are really ramping up this week, with popular weekly gatherings back in effect and new ways to support good causes.
Join the Butler Genealogical Society for a showing of the webinar, “Your Civil War Ancestors: Beginning Your Research” at 6:15 p.m. Thursday, May 18, at the Butler Area Public Library, 218 N. McKean St. Learn how to identify your Civil War ancestors, and what information can be found in the Civil War records.
Foodie Friday is back with tasty treats for everyone to try at 5:30 p.m. Friday, May 19, at 240 Main St. In addition, vendors will be set up for Moon Markets at the corner of Main and Cunningham streets at that time.
Mingle on Main in Saxonburg also starts at 5:30 p.m. Friday, May 19, in the borough. Experience local music, food and vendors!
At 8 a.m. Saturday, May 20, get all you can eat breakfast at Connoquenessing Volunteer Fire Company, 180 Main St., Connoquenessing. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for kids age 12 and younger.
Portersville Steam Show Spring Gas-Up runs Saturday, May 20, and Sunday, May 21. Gates open at 8 a.m. Events take place at 1512 Perry Highway, Portersville.
Flower and Food Fest at Alameda Park, 184 Alameda Road, starts at 9 a.m. Saturday, May 20. See plant vendors and enjoy kids activities and food!
The Butler Paranormal Conference features speakers, vendors, book signings and more at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 20, in the Tanglewood Center, 10 Austin Ave.
Help the youth of Hope Lutheran Church, 8070 Rowan Road, Cranberry Township, by attending a car cruise at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 20. Featured will be wheels, food and prizes galore!
Speaking of car cruises, roll through Old Union Presbyterian Church’s parking lot, 200 Union Church Road, Mars, at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 20. There will be a blessing of the cars at noon. Those interested in being in the show can pay $10 to benefit the church’s outreach.
The Cranberry Public Library, 2525 Rochester Road in Cranberry Township, is holding a book sale at noon Saturday, May 20.
Support Robin’s Home by attending Comedy for a Cause at 5 p.m. Saturday, May 20, at 150 Legion Memorial Lane, Butler Township. A $40 admission includes dinner and three hilarious acts. Get tickets via slapstickproductions.com.
The Oak Hills Garden Club is hosting its annual sale at 9 a.m. Saturday, June 3, at the Tanglewood Center, 10 Austin Ave. Admission is free.
Saxonburg’s chapter of the Veterans of Foreign Wars is having a Blessing of the Bike ride. Registration at 10 a.m., blessing at 11 a.m., and kickstands up by 11:30 a.m. Sunday, May 21, at 572 W. Main St., Saxonburg.
