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- Last Updated on Friday, 31 October 2025 13:40
ALL MONTH OF NOVEMBER
NOVEMBER 1
FALL CRAFT / VENDOR SHOW - South Hills Elks Lodge 2213. 10:00AM to 3:00PM. The South Hills Elks Lodge 2213 is located at 2789 South Park Road, Bethel Park, 15102. For questions, please call 412-831-0616.
NOVEMBER 1
FUNDRAISER - West Newton Community Singers is having a fund raiser to commemorate their 50th year singing. From 4:00PM to 6:00PM at Gary's Chuckwagon Restaurant, 109 S Second St West Newton, Pa Take out only, Stuffed Chicken, Breast, mashed potatoes, green beans, rolls and dessert $20. Tickets available at Maria’s Alterations, Main St. West Newton, Gary's Chuckwagon Restaurant, or from any Community Singers member.
NOVEMBER 2
CEMETERY WALK - The California Area Historical Society would like you to take a walk with them through the cemetery on Sunday November 2 at 2:00PM at the United Christian Church Coal Center, Pa. As Christians we are familiar with the angels of the Old Testament and the New Testament, but in Garden cemeteries, angel symbolism is important in telling the stories of the deceased. Garden cemeteries look like parks with pathways, trees, foliage, and benches. Before there were public parks, this is where people went on Sunday afternoons to picnic, contemplate, make love, and take afternoon strolls. Linda Reese invites you to come and listen as she walks with you through a garden cemetery and see the stories the angels tell. Weather will not be a factor as you will be inside watching everything on a screen. Refreshments will be available. Donations to the Historical Society would be appreciated. For additional information call the Historical Society at 724-938-3250 or call 724-938-2529.
NOVEMBER 4
ELECTION DAY LUNCHEON - West Newton First Church of God, Tuesday Nov. 4 from 11:00AM to 1:00PM. Vegetable beef, broccoli cheese, stuffed pepper, soups and chili
chicken salad, ham bbq, hot dog, sandwiches, potato or macaroni salad, pie or cake, choice of drinks Get out and vote, then come and eat delicious homemade food. Eat in or take out, 157 N Second St West Newton. 724-872-7467.
NOVEMBER 4
ELECTION DAY ‘TAKE OUT ONLY’ SPAGHETTI DINNER - Tuesday, November 4 from 12:00 noon until 6:00PM at Mingo Creek Presbyterian Church, located at 561 Mingo Church Road in Finleyville. Dinners are ‘Take Out Only’ and are $13. Dinner includes Spaghetti with meat sauce, salad, Italian bread and dessert. You may call ahead to order on the day of the dinner at 724-348-5278.
NOVEMBER 4
BOOKS & BAKES SALE - The Belle Vernon Public Library will celebrate Election Day on Nov. 4 with a ‘Books & Bakes’ Sale. The sale will start at 7:00AM when the polls open with a selection of muffins, brownies and cookies. That day all books and DVDs in the sale room will be half price and Sarris chocolate will have special one day value pricing.
The bake sale will continue until items are sold out, while the book and candy sales will continue until the library closes at 6:00PM. The library is located at 505 Speer St in North Belle Vernon. For more info call 724-929-6642.
NOVEMBER 4
ELECTION DAY LUNCHEON AND BASKET AUCTION - California United Methodist Church is holding an Election Day Luncheon and Basket Auction on Tuesday, November 4 from 11:00AM to 2:00PM. This event will be held at California United Methodist Church, located at 227 Third Street, California, PA 15419 (Corner of Third & Liberty, across from the Dairy Queen.) Cost is only $10 per person, and includes a full lunch: sandwich, side, chips, dessert, and beverage! Pre-orders are strongly encouraged. Call 724-938-2270 today to purchase tickets or to arrange for local delivery of your meal before we sell out!
NOVEMBER 5
FREE COMMUNITY DINNER - The California United Methodist Church invites you to a heartwarming, complimentary meal and fellowship! Wednesday, November 5th at 6:00PM. 227 Third Street, California, PA (across from Dairy Queen). Delicious Roast Beef with Carrots and Potatoes. Optional: Feel free to bring your favorite side dish to share. Everyone is welcome! Bring a friend or two — the more, the merrier. This dinner is held monthly, every first Wednesday. For more details, please call the church office at 724-938-2270.
NOVEMBER 5 and 6
CONSIGNMENT SALE - November 5 and 6 from 3:30-7:00PM. 251 McMahom Dr, Irwin, PA 15642. The consignment sale is where kids and parents can buy fashionable, and affordable dresses. Any questions or comments please don't hesitate to email me at Reiter.christian@norwinsd.org
NOVEMBER 7
CHRISTIAN HIP HOP CONCERT - The Bible Chapel in Rostraver will hold a FREE Christian Hip Hop Concert on Friday, November 7 from 7:00PM - 8:30PM. The concert will feature three artists - Bobby Blaze, K-Ace, and TIG ( Trust In God). Motivstion praise and encouragement music! Meet the artists after at a reception! The Bible Chapel is located at 203 Johnson Ave, Rostraver. For more info contact 412-977-8590.
NOVEMBER 7 - 8
COSTUME JEWELRY SALE - The Operation Troop Appreciation annual costume jewelry sale will be held on Friday Nov. 7 and Saturday Nov. 8, from 9:00AM to 6:00PM each day. This popular annual event takes place at the South Park Community Center, located in the South Park Municipal Complex, 2675 Brownsville Road in South Park – (behind the South Park Library). There will be something for everyone ... necklaces, bracelets, earrings, pins, purses, scarves, holiday jewelry, cuff links and tie clips, watches, patriotic jewelry and more! There is nothing priced at more than $5. Quite a few pieces still have original price tags attached. There is no admission fee! Please plan to attend to help our deployed troops and displaced veterans who need our assistance.
NOVEMBER 8
WREATH AUCTION TO RAISE FUNDS FOR CHARITY - The Long Branch Community Grange Wreath Auction will be held on November 8 from 12:00 noon until 3:00PM. This event is being held to raise funds for local charities. Each wreath, tree, basket etc., will be auctioned to the highest bidder with 100% of the bid going directly to the charity designated by that item's donor. Doors open at 11: 30AM and the auction begins at 12:00 noon with the last bids accepted at 2:45. Winners will be announced at 3:00PM. There is no charge for admission, however if you would like please bring some warm winter socks that will be given to Y108 Radio for their Homeless Veterans collection. This event will also feature a variety of local businesspeople who will have unique and sought after items available for you to purchase for your loved ones this Christmas. Throughout the afternoon, Mr. Dave Hixon, Acoustic, will be providing music for your enjoyment. A variety of foods will be available for your purchase throughout the day. Please support your charity by donating something to be sold and attending this event. The Grange is located at 210 Chestnut Street, Coal Center, Pa. 15423. For additional information call 724-785-2325, 724-785-3672 or 724-938-2529.
NOVEMBER 8
HOLIDAY-A-FAIR - Bethel Presbyterian Church will be celebrating it's 51st anniversary of ‘Holiday-A-Fair’ on Saturday, November 8, from 9:00AM – 3:00PM. Holiday-A-Fair has many vendors who offer a variety of items, a salad buffet with includes our signature chicken salad, a choice of two other salads, rolls, homemade cookies and drink, our famous gift baskets where tickets can be purchased and baked goods for sale. Holiday-A-Fair, which is sponsored by Bethel Presbyterian Church women's association, provides funds for many local and international ministries such as SHIM, Brothers Brother, Meals on Wheels, Samaritan's Purse, Agape International and Western PA Diaper Bank just to name a few. Bethel Presbyterian Church is located at 2999 Bethel Church Road, Bethel Park. FMI call 412-835-0405.
NOVEMBER 8
ANNUAL CHRISTMAS AFFAIR - John McMillan Presbyterian Church will hold their Annual ‘Christmas Affair’ on Saturday, November 8 from 9:00AM – 3:00PM at 875 Clifton Road, Bethel Park, PA 15102. The Christmas Affair features more than 45 talented crafters offering unique handmade gifts and holiday treasures. Guests can also enjoy the festive Gingerbread House, a Chance Auction, and the always-popular Kris Kringle Kafé. Admission is free, and proceeds support both local and global mission efforts.
NOVEMBER 8
MURDER MYSTERY DINNER - Thomas Presbyterian Church at 1068 Linden Road, Eighty Four, PA, will hold a murder mystery dinner. The murder mystery will be performed by Mystery’s Most Wanted, who has been performing in the Pittsburgh area for over 25 years. The show will be “Slay Ride.” It's Christmas Eve at the North Pole and things are at a halt because one arrogant, red-nosed reindeer has refused to fly. Come find out what happens when Santa, Mrs. Claus, and a few of their friends try to settle the strike...permanently!
Tickets are $30 per person, and reservations are required. For tickets contact the church office at 724-941-8910. Doors open at 5:15 PM and dinner will be served at 6:00 PM. Join us for an evening of good food and fun. All the proceeds from the event will be donated to “Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern Pennsylvania.
NOVEMBER 8
COUNTRY DANCE - Carroll Township Vol. Fire Co. is sponsoring a dance with country group "Gone South" on Saturday Nov. 8th. Tickets are $15. For more information call 724-632-2110.
NOVEMBER 9
MILITARY RECOGNITION MASS - Saints Joachim and Anne Catholic Parish-Elizabeth/Glassport/Liberty Boro will be celebrating a special Military Recognition Mass on Sunday, November 9 at Queen of the Rosary Church- 530 Michigan Avenue- Glassport in honor of our veterans. There will be social afterwards in the Queen of the Rosary Social Hall.
NOVEMBER 9
VETERANS DAY BINGO - Saints Joachim and Anne Catholic Parish will be hosting a Veterans Day Bingo- Sunday, November 9 at Queen of the Rosary Social Hall- 530 Michigan Avenue in Glassport. Doors open at 1:00PM, Bingo starts at 2:00PM. Price is $25 and includes nine regular bingo games and a dauber. There will be door prizes, 50/50, Bake Sale. For more information call the parish office at 412-751-0663 or www.joachimandannediopitt.org
NOVEMBER 10
SOUTH PARK WOMEN’S CLUB MEETING - Jessica Gilmore will be the guest speaker at the South Park Women’s Club (SPWC) meeting on November 10. The meeting will be held at 7:00 p.m. in the South Park Township Community Center, located in the Municipal Complex on Brownsville Road (across from Bavarian Village). Jessica is the Director of Operations & Development for the Veterans Place of Washington Blvd., Pittsburgh. The mission of this important organization is to empower veterans’ transition from homeless to home, ending the cycle of homelessness, and to assist all at-risk veterans to become engaged, valuable citizens who contribute to their communities. As usual there will be a break to partake in the club’s delicious goodies provided by that night’s hospitality group. Women from surrounding communities are welcome to attend and possibly join the SPWC.
NOVEMBER 11
CPR CERTIFICATION - Earn CPR certification with SouthEast Regional EMS at the Jefferson Hills Public Library on Tuesday, November 11, from 5:00PM to 7:00PM. The course also includes instruction on the use of AED devices. No prior experience is required. Participants who successfully complete the course will receive their CPR card electronically by email. $20 fee to attend.
NOVEMBER 11
VETERANS DAY MEMORIAL SERVICE - The Southwestern Pennsylvania RN Club will hold their 33rd annual Veterans Day Memorial Service on Tuesday, November 11 at 12:00 noon. The service will be held at the Nurses Memorials on Corrigan Drive in South Park. Our guest speaker will be 1st Lt Amanda Clark BSN , currently serving in the Pa. ARNG. South Hills Honor Guard, VFW Post 6664 will join us in honoring their Purple Heart Monument and will present the 21 gun salute and Taps. Bradley Wilson, Bagpiper will play a medley of military songs. Memorial wreaths will be placed at the monuments. The public is welcome to attend.
NOVEMBER 11
CLOTHES 4U MINISTRY - The clothes 4U ministry of the First United Methodist Church 200 State Street Belle Vernon PA will be open to the public on Tuesdays November 11 and 25 from 9:00AM to 12:00 noon. Our fall and winter clothes are out. We do not charge for any clothing. We are a ministry for the Mon Valley people. We are currently accepting all clean gently used clothing and shoes. For those of you that do donate thank you for helping us help the people of the Mon Valley.
NOVEMBER 11
VETERANS FREE DINNER - A complimentary dinner is being offered to all area veterans on Veteran’s Day, November 11 at the Pittsburgh South Hills Elks Lodge 2213. Stop in from 12:00 noon until 7:00PM. Veterans eat for free, and dinner for spouses or partners is just $10. The South Hills Elks Lodge 2213 is located at 2789 South Park Road, Bethel Park, 15102. For questions, please call 412-831-0616.
NOVEMBER 11
SOUTH HILLS COIN CLUB - The monthly meeting of the South Hills Coin Club will be held Tuesday evening November 11, 2025 at 7:30 PM at the Bethel Park municipal building located at 5100 West Library Avenue in Bethel Park, Pa. All members and the general public are invited. This month's program will be alternative hobby night. A 50/50 will be offered and children's prizes to be awarded. Applications are now being accepted for membership. For more information call 724-984-6611.
NOVEMBER 15
HOLIDAY CRAFT SHOW - St. Raphael the Archangel Holiday Craft Show will be held on Saturday, Nov. 15, from 9:00AM – 3:00PM at SS Simon & Jude School Gym,1625 Green Tree Road, Scott Township. 75 tables of crafters and select vendors will participate. There will be a chinese Auction of items donated by the participants, a 50/50, bake sale and food available for purchase! No admission and plenty of parking. Come shop for everyone on your list!!
NOVEMBER 15
TAKE OUT ONLY CABBAGE ROLL DINNER - A ‘Take Out Only’ Cabbage Roll Dinner is being held on Saturday, November 15 at Gary’s Chuckwagon in West Newton. The fundraising dinner is being held from 4:00PM – 6:00PM, and cost is $15. Dinner includes cabbage rolls, mashed potatoes, green beans, roll and butter, and dessert. For additional information or to purchase tickets, call 724-787-1377. Tickets may also be purchased at Gary’s Chuckwagon, 109 Second Street in West Newton. Proceeds benefit the West Newton Methodist Church.
NOVEMBER 15
JEFFERSON HILLS FALL CLEANUP DAY - Roll up your sleeves and help keep Jefferson Hills beautiful! Join the Environmental Advisory Council for ‘Fall Cleanup Day’ on Saturday, November 15, from 9:00AM to 12:00 noon. Meet at the Jefferson Hills Borough Building (925 Old Clairton Road, Jefferson Hills, PA). Reflective vests, gloves, garbage bags, and light snacks provided.
NOVEMBER 16
BEST BUDDY DAY - South Hills Pet Rescue on Sunday, November 16 from 11:00AM – 5:00PM. If you have room in your heart and home, come in to meet our shelter pets! Each is patiently waiting for a fur-ever home and new best buddy. $100 credit vouchers and complimentary gift bags will be donated by Mojo’s Wallet for all approved adoptions during this event. Appointments and walk-ins are welcome! Stop in to meet the dogs! South Hills Pet Rescue is located at 15 Old 88, South Park, PA 15129. For more information, visit the website: southhillspetrescue.org or call 724-622-0434 This event is sponsored by MOJO’S WALLET Animal Aid Charity.
NOVEMBER 18
MON VALLEY PAWS MEETING - Tuesday November 18, 2025 at 6:00PM at the Steel Plate restaurant located at 321 Schoonmaker Ave. in Monessen. Meeting not open to the general public only MVP members. The election of officers for the next two years will be held. MVP programs for the upcoming year will be discussed. All MVP members are encouraged to attend. For more information call 724-493-8305.
NOVEMBER 18
COOKIE DECORATING - Learn how to decorate six adorable winter-themed royal icing sugar cookies with Grammy Pammy Sweetery at the Jefferson Hills Public Library on Tuesday, November 18, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Registration is required at freshtix.com/events/winter-cookie-class-at-jefferson-hills-public-library
NOVEMBER 18
SOUTH PARK HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEETING - The Society's membership meeting will be held Tuesday, November 18 at 7:00 PM at the Library Fire Hall, located at 6581 Library Road, in South Park. The program for the evening is "Show and Tell". Members and guests are welcome to bring an item to show and talk about their special item they brought. All meetings are open to the public at no charge and light refreshments are provided. For more information, please visit the society's web page at http://www.southparkhistoricalsociety.com
or on Facebook.com/southparkhistoricalsociety
NOVEMBER 18
NURSES CLUB MEETING - The Southwestern Pennsylvania Registered Nurses Club will meet at 9:30AM on November 18, at Salvatore's, 5001 Curry Road, in Baldwin Borough. Speaker is Lisa Hopkins OTR/L, Encompass Health Rehabilitation. Her topic is "The Art of Flexibility and How it Promotes Wellness-an interactive session. All registered nurses are welcome. Website: www.swparnclub.weebly.com
NOVEMBER 19
FOOD BANK - The St. Vincent de Paul-sponsored food bank will be held on Wednesday, November 19, at the parking lot of the St. Mary’s Social Hall (118 Church St., Brownsville) from 11:00AM through 12:00 noon. The food will be loaded directly into your car by volunteers and participants are asked to remain in their cars. Families must be registered with Fayette County Community Action Agency in order to receive food. Anyone who is not registered and lives in the Brownsville Area must complete the required paperwork before receiving their food and those who register on the day of the food bank are not guaranteed a box of food at the site and may have to travel to the food distribution warehouse in Republic. Families wishing to sign up on the distribution day will need to bring photo identification, the date of birth of each person in the household, and verification of address.
NOVEMBER 19
NOCTURNAL ANIMALS PRESENTATION - Learn about nocturnal animals with the Allegheny County Parks Department on Wednesday, November 19, from 5:00PM to 6:00PM at the Jefferson Hills Public Library. Discover the fascinating world of animals that stay awake while we sleep and how they thrive at night. Recommended for ages 5–12. Registration is required at jeffersonhillslibrary.org/events.
NOVEMBER 20
MON VALLEY COIN CLUB MEETING - The monthly meeting of the Mon Valley Coin Club will take place at 7:00PM, on Thursday November 20 at VFW Post 1409, 793 E. Main St., Monongahela. Discussion will be on "Tokens and Coin Memorabilia". All members and the public are invited to attend. A 50/50 will be offered and children's prizes will be awarded. Applications for membership are being accepted. For Additional information, call 724-503-8455 or 724-972-8464
NOVEMBER 21 and 23
CHRISTMAS CONCERTS - Elizabeth Forward Area Community Chorus Presents ‘Good Tidings We Bring’ – A Christmas Concert. There will be two(2) concert dates - Friday, November 21 at 7:30PM, and Sunday, November 23 at 3:00PM. The concerts will be held at St. Michael Church, located at 101 McLay Drive in Elizabeth. General admission is $12. For more details, visit www.EFACC.org.
NOVEMBER 22
‘JOY OF CHRISTMAS’ CRAFT SHOW – 9:00AM to 3:30PM at St. Louise de Marillac School and LeGras Parish Center, located at 320 McMurray Road, in Upper St. Clair. There will be 114 Artists and Craftsmen, Bake Sale, Crafts Raffle, and 50/50 Raffle. $2 Admission includes a complimentary ticket to our Crafts Raffle. Due to the order of the USC Fire Marshall, strollers are not permitted inside the show.
NOVEMBER 25
CLOTHES 4U MINISTRY - The clothes 4U ministry of the First United Methodist Church 200 State Street Belle Vernon PA will be open to the public on Tuesday, Nov 25 from 9:00AM to 12:00 noon. Our fall and winter clothes are out. We do not charge for any clothing. We are a ministry for the Mon Valley people. We are currently accepting all clean gently used clothing and shoes. For those of you that do donate thank you for helping us help the people of the Mon Valley.
NOVEMBER 25
BLOOD DRIVE - First Christian Church of Brownsville (512 Second Street, Brownsville) on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, from 11:00AM to 5:00PM. Schedule your appointment today at www.redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-733-2767.
NOVEMBER 27
THANKSGIVING DAY MASS - Saints Joachim and Anne Catholic Parish- Elizabeth/Glassport/Liberty Boro at 8:30am at St. Eugene Church 3210 Liberty Way, Liberty Boro. The Ladies of Charity will hold a light brunch following the mass downstairs in the church hall.
NOVEMBER 28
CHRISTMAS CHOIR CONCERT - The Mon Valley Academy for the Arts Community Christmas Choir concerts will be on Friday, November 28 at the Peter J. Daley Cultural Center (downtown Brownsville) and Sunday, December 14, 2025, at the Fort Burd United Presbyterian Church (200 Thornton Road, Brownsville). Both concerts will begin at 7:00 p.m. The public is welcome! For more information, please call 724-561-5616.
NOVEMBER 29
PET PHOTOS WITH SANTA - Mon Valley Paws will sponsor a photos with Santa event on Saturday November 29, 2025 at Pet Supplies Plus located at 101 Sara Way in Belle Vernon, Pa. from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM. All photos will be digital and will be emailed to the pet's family. Robecca Graphics and photography is donating her skills to Mon Valley Paws. Photos are $15 each. For more information call 724-493-8305.
