Matt Shorraw, a volunteer for the Greater Monessen Historical Society, has compiled a new book on the City of Monessen. Part of Arcadia Publishing's new series, Images of Modern America, the book is a photo history covering the years 1950-present. The book retails for $22.99 and will be available in the Museum Shoppe.

Monongahela Valley Hospital's 27th Annual Gala guests enjoyed a theme inspired by Ben Stiller's "A Night at the Museum" as they mingled with gargantuan dinosaur replicas, interacted with costumed actors, and perused world-famous artwork and an Egyptian-themed exhibit.

The Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting the First Annual Scholarship Golf Outing on August 10 with a shotgun start at 1 p.m.

The 3rd Annual Running with Ryan 5K Memorial will be held July 11 at DiVirgilio Park at the Rostraver Municipal Complex located near the entrance to Cedar Creek Park.