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The Relatives As Parents Program (RAPP) of Children’s Aid Society supports local grandparents raising grandchildren and other relative caregivers. Join us for our monthly support group meeting on April 21st at 6:00pm at Children’s Aid Society in Clearfield. Child care available and a light dinner provided. This month’s topic: Guest Speaker & Child Psychologist – Amy Finn. For more information call Shannon at (814)765-2686
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The Kane Chamber of Commerce will host the annual professional womens luncheon at the barrell house restaurant in lantz corners at noon on april 23rd. the cost is $15 per person for chamber members and $20 for non moments. to register or for more info, call 837.6565
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FREE Prostate & Colorectal Cancer Screenings
Wednesday, April 23 at 3-5 p.m.
Cole Memorial’s Patterson Cancer Care Center
Call 814-274-8200 for an appointment.
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The ALlegheny National Forest Visitors Bureau will host a backyard tour by bus on april 24th that will highlight the history of and new expansion od tourist based businesses in McKean County. The tour begins at 9am at 80 E Corydo nStreet in Bradford and the cost is $20 including lunch. To register call 837 6565.
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PASSAGES, Inc., sexual violence center serving Clarion, Clearfield, and Jefferson Counties will be hosting its 4th Annual Comedy Club Fundraiser on Saturday, April 26 at the Lakeview Lodge – Treasure Lake in Dubois. Your $30 ticket price donation includes dinner, dessert, refreshments and a show with 3 comedians There will also be a cash bar. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Dinner is at 6:30, and the show begins at 8:00 p.m. To purchase tickets, stop by any of our 3 office locations in Dubois, Brookville, or Clarion, or you can call 1-800-793-3620.
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The Annual community-donated yard sale will be held at the Wilcox Community Building on Saturday, April 26th from 9am to 3pm and Sunday, April 27th, from 9am to Noon. All proceeds benefit the community park in Wilcox. A bake sale and book sale to benefit the Wilcox Public Library and a soup and sandwich sale to benefit the senior center will also be going on duringSaturday's yard sale.
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A soup and bake sale to benefit sara shankle, a 6th grader in ridgway will be held on saturday april 26th from 11am till sold out in the Ridgway High School Cafeteria. THere will be a 50/50 and chinese auction as well. Sara was diagnosed with Stage 2 bone cancer in her tibia.
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The Boy Scouts of America Bucktail Council is sponsoring a Cubmobile Saturday, April 26 at the Tri County Church, 1881 Old 255 Road, DuBois. Cost is $5 per scout. Registration starts at 8, races start at 10. Each team will run 4 different races. Medals will be given to the top 3 teams from each race, and the top 3 overall teams. Specifications for building your cubmobile can be downloaded from www.bucktail.org. For more information, or if you need parts to build a cubmobile, contact Dan Kuntz at 603-0764
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A FIUNDRAISER FOR TROOPER BRAD WILSON IS BEING HELD AT THE BROCKWAY VOLUNTEER HOSE COMPANY FIREALL ON SATURDAY APRIL 26TH 110AM TO 4PM. THERE WILL BE LUNCH, FIRE TRUCK RIDES, FACE PAINTING, DOOR PRIZES, AND A CHINESE AUCTION.
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There will be an Elk County Walk to Cure Diabetes on Sunday, April 27th 2014
with Registration at 1:00 pm and the Walk at 2:00 pm. It takes place at saint marys high school
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A COMMUNITY WALK TO STOP DIABETES IS BEING HELD IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION AT THE DUBOIS YMCA ON APRIL 27TH BEGINNING AT 10AM.
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The Penn Highlands DUbois, formerly DRMC.. Stroke Support group will meet at 1pm April 14th and 28 on the fifth floor of Penn Highlands DuBois West at 100 Hospital Ave.,.
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Improving Small Things in Life Creates A Healthier Marriage! Join the Healthy Relationship staff in St. Marys, PA on May 2nd and 3rd for a FREE Weekend Marriage! Hotel Stay, Gift Card, Meals & Program Materials provided at No Cost. Call 765-2686 to register.
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Do you have diabetes? Do you have questions about what you're supposed to eat, how much you can eat, and when? Penn State Extension will be starting its Dining with Diabetes program early next month for several classes. You’ll learn nutritious and delicious ways to prepare your favorite recipes using less sugar, salt, and fats. All classes taught by a registered dietitian. To register, call your the extension ofï¬ce at 849-7361.
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The Red Cross Babysitter’s Training on Saturday May 3rd 9am to 3pm at their office on North Brady STreet in DuBois. The cost is $20 and the course is designed for students aged 11 and older. The course aims to provide them with the knowledge and skills required to care for children. To register call 371-2750.
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The Limestone NY Volunteer Fire Departments Ladies Auxiliary is holding a craft and vendor show at the community center on main street in Limestone NY Saturday May 3rd from 10am to 3pm.. free admission. There will be gifts for purchase, a bake sale, chinese auction and a cash snack bar.
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“The Sheffield Rotary Club & Kane Community Hospital will once sponsor the Multiphasic Blood Testing Program on Saturday, May 3rd at the Sheffield Senior Center from 6:00-9:30 AM. The cost is $35 for 30 tests. Vitamin D, Hepatitis C, A1c (blood glucose), Thyroid, Prostate, and Occult Blood Testing are also available for an additional fee. Call 1-800-565-9200 EXTENSION 4790 to schedule your appointment. Registration deadline is Wednesday, April 30th.”
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Finding The Right Match For You or Keeping a Relationship Going Can Be Stressful. Join the Healthy Relationship staff on May 7th for a FREE Workshop that will give you new skills on how to communicate in a positive way, which will help you get rid of some stress. Gift Card, Meals & Program Material are provided at No Cost. Call 7765-2686 to register.
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THe American Red Cross will be holding several blood drives this spring. They'll be at the Saint Marys Moose CLub Aprilk 9th 10am till 4pm, Emporium VFW April 10th 1130am to 530pm, the Johnsonburg Senior Center April 11th 10 till 3pm, the Kersey Senior Center May 13th 2 till 6pm, THe Weedville American Legion Mat 15th 1 till 6pm and the Ridgway Central Hose Fire COmpany 1130am to 4pm on May 16th.
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The Wilcox Spring Vendors Show 2014 will take place on May 17th from 10am to 4pm at the Wilcox Community Center with proceeds benefiting Relay for life and The Wilcox Senior Center.
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THE CLINTONVILLE VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT IS HOLDING A LOOT AND SHOOT NIGHT ON MAY 17TH WITH 15 GUNS AND 5 CASH PRIZES. DOORS OPEN AT 5PM, RAFFLES START ART 6. FOR TICKETS CALL 385 6564.
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THE FIRST ANNUAL FAMILY FISHING DAY IS TAKING PLACE SUNDAY MAY 25TH AT THE BENNETS VALLEY SENIOR CENTER IN WEEEDVILLE. THERE WILL BE ENTERTAINMENT WITH DIFFERENT ACTS AND MUSICIANS BEGINNING AT 1230 WITH FISHING BEGINNING AT 1PM. YOU CAN ALSO BUY FOOD AND PARTICIPATE IN A 50-50 RAFFLE AND RIP OFF TICKETS. GET TICKETS AT THE SENIOR CENTER MONDAY, TUESDAY AND THURSDAY 8AM TO 4PM.
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The Chatterbox Cafe & Social Center on Route 219 in brockway is holding line dancing on May 1st, 8th, 22nd and 29th.
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The 8th Annual sneaker drive is going on now till May 31st. Sneakers donated will benefit those in floods, hurricanes, wilfires, tornados and other natural disasters. Donations can be dropped off at the Shiloh Presbyterian CEC Building on Washington street in saint marys, The Resale Shop in Saint Marys, DD's Baskery in Saint Marys, The Shoe Sensation in Saint Marys and DuBois and Elderton Presbyterian Church in Elderton. If you have any questions, call 512 7409.
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LIFT, Life and Independence for today, a non profit organization for people with disabilities in our region is holding a RAMP Drive.. raising money to buy portable ramps. Call 800-341 LIFT for more information or to donate.
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The Clearfield County Fair Queens will host the third annual Queens for a Cause Car & Bike Show and 5K June 8 at the Clearfield County Fair Grounds. The 5K registration will be from 7:30 to 8:15 a.m. with the race starting promptly at 8:30 a.m. Awards will be given following the race. The Car Show Registration begins at 10 a.m. and runs until 1 p.m.Trophies will be awarded at 4 p.m. Sponsorship opportunities are also available for this event. For more information or for a sponsorship, please email Brenda Morgan at clfdfairqueen@yahoo.com
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If you are affiliated with or would like to learn more about the industry, join the Penn York Oil & Gas Affiliates Club. FOr more information visit addc.org THey are also holding an essay contest for 5th graders in McKean and Warren COunties along with donating non perishable food to local food banks.
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The Northern TIer Community Action Head Start Home Based Program in Elk County is currently taking applications for the next school year. THey provide free preschool services for income eligible children 3 to 5 years old. Please call 781-6666 or 888-809-3704 ext. 224 for an application
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The Kane’s Kids – After School Club is a free after school program that runs from 3-5 p.m. Monday through Friday for Students in grades 3 and up. The After School Club is held at the Kane Area Community Center. Community Dinners will begin in October and are every Tuesday and Thursday at 4:00. Snacks are offered everyday that dinner is not served.
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If you believe you may have a problem with alcohol and would like
to speak with someone who has found a solution call Alcoholics
Anonymous at 814-885-6302
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Want to help others cope with chronic illness? Become a
Master Trainer! Contact Cheryl Muders at The Jefferson
County Area Agency on Aging at 1-800-852-8036 about this
volunteering opportunity.
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High school international exchange students are
looking for a temporary home in our area. The
students range in age from 15 to 18. You just
have to provide a loving home, care and guidance,
3 meals, a bed, and an experience of a lifetime for your
family as well as the student. Call for details
at 1-866-846-3977 or go to www.nw-services.com.
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