The Butler Public Library, 218 N. McKean St., will host a Pirate Adventure at 11 a.m. Saturday for children of all ages.

The event will include pirate stories, a scavenger hunt and the opportunity to make pirate clothing and props. For information, visit www.bcfls.org/butler or contact the library at lcampbell@bcfls.org or 724-287-1715.

Registration sought for holiday program

The St. Vincent de Paul Society, 400 E. Locust St, is now accepting registration for its Christmas basket program, which provides food baskets for families in need.

Registration will be accepted from 9 a.m. to noon through Friday and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 20 through 22.

Baskets will be distributed from 9 a.m. to noon Dec. 16.

RIMERSBURG — A Christmas Present Craft Show will be held from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday at St. Richard Roman Catholic Church, 301 E. Second St.Lunch will be sold from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday through Saturday. For takeout orders, call 814-473-6290.

LANCASTER TWP — The Lancaster Township Historical Records Committee will host its annual Old Home Day from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday at the community center in Middle Lancaster.The program will focus on the history of St. John's Lutheran Old Stone Church and other township churches.Jewel Watson, last surviving teacher from the township's one-room schools, will be the guest for the event.Participants should take items of interest or memories to share. Photos of Gospel Barn, Warners Cabins and Perry Lake Restaurant are sought. Refreshments will be served. For information, call Edna Scheidemantle at 724-368-8362.

BUTLER TWP — Lifesteps will host free Child Check developmental screenings for children age 5 and younger from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday at the Learning Tree, 701 N. Mercer St., New Castle, and from 9 a.m. to noon Friday at Portersville United Presbyterian Church, Route 19.Each screening takes about 30 minutes and results will be discussed with parents immediately.Appointments are recommended. For information or to schedule an appointment, call 724-283-2154, Ext. 313, or 800-225-2010.

MERCER — The Grove City Theatre Arts Guild will host a murder mystery dinner "Nautical Nightmare:Murder on the High Seas" Saturday at the Legacy Banquet Center, 1946 Mercer-Grove City Road.Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and the dinner will begin at 7. Tickets are $35 each and are available by calling 724-748-3640.

PENN TWP — Penn Christian Academy, Airport Road, will host its annual holiday auction at 5:30 p.m. Friday. The event will begin with dinner and refreshments at 5:30 p.m. and live and silent auctions at 6 p.m.Child care will be available for a fee. For information, call 724-586-5200.

MARS — AHarvest Brunch for women and girls will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Mars Alliance Church, 997 Route 228.Amy Volstad will speak on the topic "Why we have reason to be thankful if we know the Lord." Music will be provided by Girls Sing Thing, featuring soloists Tori Hogg and Volstad.Admission is free and donations will be accepted. For reservations, call 724-776-9400.

The Order of the Eastern Star, Butler Chapter 45, will host its annual Christmas Luncheon and Fashion Show Saturday at the Masonic Temple in Butler.Doors will open at 10:30 a.m. and lunch will be served at noon. Adonation of $7 is requested for admission.The event will include raffles, door prizes and a show featuring fashions by Catherine's and Fashion Bug. Tickets will be available at the door.For information, call 724-791-2035.

FORD CITY — A General Educational Development test will be conducted from 6 to 10 p.m. Nov. 7 and 8 at Ford City Junior/Senior High School, Fourth Avenue and 11th Street, Ford City.Cost for the test is $50. Participants must be at least 18 years of age.Candidates age 16 and 17 must present a written request from an employer, educational institution or armed forces recruiting officer.The deadline to register for the exam is Friday.Registration forms are available at the Armstrong School District Administration Building, 410 Main St., Ford City.Applicants must present a photo identification at the time of testing. For information, call Chuck Pepper at 724-763-7151.

NEW CASTLE — The Lawrence County A.R.C. will host a Halloween party and dance from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at St. Joseph's Church, Wherle Hall, 111 S. Cascade St.Entertainment will be provided by Roy Rubin and his Superstars.Refreshments will be served and a costume contest will be held.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.