GIBSONIA — St. Barnabas Hospice is seeking volunteers to make a difference in the lives of patients and their families.

Volunteer duties would including supporting families through friendly visits, light housekeeping and errands. Clerical help also is needed.

Free training will be provided.

For more information, contact Denise DeMarco at 724-444-5541 or ddemarco@stbarnabashealthsystem.com.

PORTERSVILLE — Portersville Christian School will hold an open house and school tour at 6 p.m. March 17 at the school, which accepts students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade.For information, contact the school office at 724-368-8787 or at pcsschooloffice@zoominternet.net or visit portersvillechristianschool.org.Female Venturing group in the worksThe Moraine Trails Council of the Boy Scouts of America and the Butler County Family YMCA are partnering to form a Venturing Crew program for young women ages 14 to 19.The purpose of the program will be to provide positive experiences and foster maturity.An organizational meeting is planned for 5 p.m. March 18 at the YWCA, 120 W. Cunningham St.Call 724-287-5709.

Three American Red Cross baby-sitting classes are planned in Butler County.The one-day classes are set forMarch 21 at the Clinton Township Municipal Building, April 25 at the Buffalo Township Municipal Building and May 9 at the Butler Township Park building.Topics include leadership, safety, basic care, first aid and professionalism. Participants must be at least 11 years old.For cost, information or to register, call 724-284-5383.

MARS — The Mars Assembly 124 of the International Order of the Rainbow for Girls will host a Flamingo Fandango Color Your World fundraising luncheon March 28 at the Mars Masonic Hall on Clay Avenue.The event will feature various flamingo lawn ornaments dressed in national costumes, a ventriloquist, favors and door prizes.Prepaid reservations are due by March 21 for lunch seatings at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Reservations can be made by calling M. Holland at 724-625-2597.Proceeds go toward attending Grand Assembly, the organization's statewide meeting held annually in Altoona.

ZELIENOPLE — The Zelienople Historical Society annual spring tea is set for 2 to 4 p.m. April 25 at Rock Lake Clubhouse.The event will feature entertainment by Jack and Nonie and a Chinese auction of baskets, traditional English tea cuisine and a selection of teas.Reservations are required before April 17. Tickets may be purchased from 9 a.m. to noon on weekdays at the Passavant House.To sponsor a tea table or to create or sponsor an auction basket, call 724-452-6471 or 724-452-4420.