Local author Jean Vaughn will discuss her new book from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the Butler Public Library, 218 N. McKean St.

“Afterglow – A Test of Human Spirit,” is a nonfiction book about three women dealing with a family suicide.

HARRISVILLE — Rainbow Animal Refuge will host a rabies clinic from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Harrisville Community Park, 117 S. Main Street, Harrisville.Dogs must be leashed and cats must be in proper carriers.All pets must be at least 13 weeks old.For more information, visit www.rainbowanimalrefuge.org.

MARS — A pair of pilots will speak at 4:30 p.m. Sept. 27 at Mars Public Library, 107 Grand Ave., as the kickoff to the library's “So You Want to Be...” career series.JetBlue Captain Steve Setnar will discuss flying as a professional and private pilot Harlan Simons will discuss flying for personal enjoyment.To register, call 724-635-9048 or e-mail msimons@bcfls.org.Registrants that are present will be eligible to win a free helicopter ride.

The GFWC Penn Township Woman's Club will host a fashion show and luncheon at 10:30 a.m. Sept. 29 at Butler County Club, 310 Country Club Lane.Lunch will be served at noon and the event will include a basket auction.Proceeds will benefit the club's scholarship fund.For more information, call 724-482-2831.

JEFFERSON TWP — Concordia Lutheran Ministries will hold its annual Oktoberfest celebration from 4 to 8 p.m. Oct. 6 at Haven I, 112 Marwood Road.There will be musical entertainment, flu shots and blood pressure screenings, a rummage sale, tours of Concordia Haven Apartments, children's activities and German-themed food with a traditional pig roast and beer tent.There will also be a 7:45 p.m. Zambelli fireworks display.For more information, call Concordia Public Relations at 724-352-1571, ext 8266.

JEFFERSON TWP — Good Samaritan Hospice, a mission of Concordia Lutheran Ministries, will host its 11th annual Memorial 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Fun Walk Oct. 13 at the North Park Boat House.Registration is at 7:30 a.m. followed by a dedication service at 8:50 a.m. and the Run/Walk at 9.a.m.All proceeds benefit benevolent care, community education programs and patient/family support programs.For more information, to request a registration form or to inquire about sponsorship opportunities, call Jennifer McIntire at 724-352-12571, ext 8363.