The Butler Art Center is searching for local double Dutch jump roping teams for a contest to be held at the center.

Those interested should call 724-968-2474 any time or 724-283-6922 during business hours.

The annual PARC spring party sponsored by the GFWC Intermediate League of Butler will be held at 6:30 p.m. Friday at the sheltered workshop building on the corner of Washington and Jefferson streets.

The Butler County Children's Center will hold open registration for fall classes from 10 a.m. to noon Monday through April 24 at the following locations.• Bon Aire Head Start, 131 Homewood Drive• Butler City Head Start, Kids Count Building, 226 W. Castle St.• Chicora Head Start, Chicora Community Center, 211 N. Main St., Chicora• Middlesex Head Start, Middlesex Elementary Building, 166 Browns Hill Road, Valencia• Mt. Chestnut Head Start, 139 Rieger RoadFor information, call 724-287-2761.

EAST BUTLER - East Butler Volunteer Fire Company is conducting its annual fund drive for 2009. Letters were mailed to all residents, businesses and property owners within the servicing area.Those who wish to donate can send contributions to East Butler V.F.C., P.O. Box 162, East Butler, PA 16029.

PENN TWP - The Butler County Humane Society will host its third annual Fur Ball from 6 to 11 p.m. April 24 at the Butler Country Club, 310 Country Club Road. Festivities will include yappy hour with hors d'oeuvres, a silent auction, a full course dinner by Chef William Ward, music and dancing and a visit from our shelter residents.Advance ticket purchase and evening attire are required.Sponsorship opportunities are available by calling Cindy Dimmick at 724-282-7568.

GROVE CITY - The Midwestern Local Task Force of the Midwestern Intermediate Unit IV will host a workshop titled "Operation Safe Surf and Truth and Choices: Drug and Alcohol Abuse" for parents, teachers, administrators and advocates.The programs will teach the importance of online safety and a drug and alcohol-free lifestyle.The event will be held from 9 a.m. to noon April 25 at the Midwestern Intermediate Unit IV, 453 Maple St. To register, call 724-458-6700, Ext. 207.

FRANKLIN TWP - Crafters are needed for a spring craft and gift show to be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 25 at the Prospect Fire hall.The event will include food, refreshments and a Chinese auction. Admission will be free. Proceeds will benefit the Prospect Boro and Franklin Township Fire Department.For information, call 724-865-2368 or 724-865-9570.