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May 2018

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New book traces history of Butler’s historic Pullman Park If you grew up or live near Butler, most probably you are familiar with Pullman Park. Perhaps you attended a baseball game there as a kid, or have taken your grandchildren to a game.

The park has been in existence for more than 85 years. Now, its rich history is being told in a newly released book, Butler’s Diamond in the Rough: Historic Pullman Park 1934 – 2017, researched and edited

by Dess Schnur. The book is being published by the Butler County Historical Society and all proceeds from its sale will benefit the society. Continued on page 4

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Eating free produce is one of the best ways to stay healthy and avoid many chronic diseases. Turn to page 6 to learn about the Farmers Market Nutrition Program and how you can participate. Happy Mother’s Day! And if you’re looking for unique gift ideas for Mom or Grandma, see the article on the next page. Also wishing everyone a relaxing Memorial Day weekend.

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A Day for Mom: Mother’s Day celebrations and gifts she’ll treasure By Kimberly Blaker For Butler County Senior News

he role of mothers in shaping their daughters’ and sons’ lives is unsurpassed. Mothers teach us to love, be strong and confident, persist, live life to its fullest and be the best we can be. Mother’s Day is just around the corner. So, this year give her the gift of your heart and time, and make it a special day she’ll treasure.

Spring Blooms - What better way to spend a spring day than together in your mother’s garden? Pick up her favorite annuals and perennials: begonias, petunias, violets, morning glories, poppies, marigolds, snapdragons or mums. Enjoy a relaxing day together planting and sprucing up her flower garden. Mother/Daughter Memories – Give your mother a keepsake that’ll be dear to her heart. Purchase Mothers & Daughters: A Record Book About Us to fill out and share with her. Or create your own memory book with a scrapbook or journal. Include photos and memories about special times the two of you have had together; the most important things you remember about your mother from your childhood; how she has inspired you; and the times you look forward to in the future. The Main Event – Surprise your mother with tickets to an event she’s been dying to see: the ballet, a concert, play or musical, the opera, a favorite sporting event, a comedy show, or dinner theater. Be sure to tell her you have something special planned (but not what), so she’ll be all yours for the day. A Train Excursion – Spring is the perfect time to tour the countryside. Take a train ride with your mother and enjoy the vivid colors of spring, blue skies, beautiful blossoms, and other scenic sights. Family Portrait – If your family is like most, you’re well overdue for an updated family portrait. What better time to have it done than on Mother’s Day? Schedule to have your family’s picture taken at a studio, or hire a photographer for a photo shoot in the park. Coordinate with family members in advance on the formality and color scheme, so outfits don’t clash. Inform your mother how to dress for her special day, but keep it a surprise, and don’t disclose your plans.

The Power of Poetry – You don’t need to be a poet to write a special verse for your mother. In your poem, share what it was like growing up with her, how she influenced your life, or tell her just what she means to you. Then print it on stationary, and matte and frame it. A Little Pampering – Mothers spend many years pampering their children giving bubble baths, washing hair, and caring for them when they’re ill. Give your mother a special treat of a gift certificate for pampering at the spa where she can enjoy a Swedish massage, hair design, a spa manicure and pedicure, or a soothing facial. Weekend Getaway – Put together a weekend package designed especially for mom. Choose a city that offers great shopping, art museums and culture centers, or even a quaint historic town with neat shops, cafes and parks. Leave the dates for the getaway open so she can make the trip at her convenience, or so the two of you can make plans together. Keep it Simple – Plan a relaxing day together enjoying the outdoors, and head to a nearby park where you can meander along nature trails, take a scenic bike ride and reminisce. Especially for Mothers - Select from one of many poetry books for and about mothers that expresses what you’d like her to know: •

Mother: A Cradle to Hold Me by Maya Angelou

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Mothersongs: Poems For, By, and About Mothers by Sandra M. Gilbert, et al.

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You Are One Amazing Lady: Special Thoughts to Share With a Truly Wonderful Woman by Douglas Pagels

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Kimberly Blaker is an author and blogger. Learn more at KimberlyBlaker.com.

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Mother’s Day Brunch – Serve your mother a scrumptious breakfast or take her out for Mother’s Day brunch. If you prepare it yourself, the following menu will be sure to please: fruit salad, juice, waffles or pancakes with her favorite toppings, bacon and fresh sausage, omelets or eggs benedict, homemade hash browns, and coffee cake. Don’t forget fresh cut flowers for the table.

New book traces history of Butler’s historic Pullman Park Continued from page 1 The 128-page book offers the most complete history ever compiled about this local landmark. It includes chapters penned by local sports editor John Enrietto, as well as local writers Patrick Reddick, Gary Shingleton and Dess Schnur. The stories recount memories of baseball greats who played at the park, as well as those from coaches, fans, umpires and local residents. The book also includes 115 archival photographs. Dess was the park’s first facility manager after it was rebuilt in 2008 and is responsible for the framed photos and artifacts that hang in the ballpark’s foyer that have been admired by the thousands of fans who attend games at the park each year. Pullman Park was renamed Kelly Automotive Park in 2014 when its naming rights were purchased. Butler’s Diamond in the Rough is available in paperback for $22 and hardcover for $32. To order a copy, visit ButlerHistory.com. BCSN

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Photo taken from sportsinbutlercounty.com.

Kelly Automotive Park (formerly Pullman Park) in Butler.

To learn more, contact Pat Collins at the Butler County Historical Society at (724) 283-8116 or visit Butlerhistory.com. The society is located at 123 West Diamond Street in Butler. To learn more about the Butler BlueSox, visit Butlerbluesox.net.

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Butler BlueSox 2018 Schedule Come on out to a ball game at Kelly Automotive Park! Below is the schedule for the Butler BlueSox.

May 30

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sox '18 / mon - sat 7.05 / sundays 4.05 / road The shaded boxes are home games at Kelly Automotive Park, 100 Pullman Park Pl, Butler, away games are in red. Home game ticket prices range from $7.50 to $10.50. Season tickets are also available. Visit butlerbluesox.net.

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Butler County Area Agency on Aging

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Farmers Market Voucher distribution begins June 1

Glade Run Church, Route 8 South, Valencia. Tuesday, June 12 from 10 a.m. to noon.

ts growing season one again! Eligible Butler County residents ages 60 and older may now receive Senior Farmer’s Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) vouchers. Individuals receive four $5 vouchers per season, and married couples receive eight $5 vouchers per season.

East Butler Borough Building, 1105 Randolph Ave., East Butler. Tuesday, June 12 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Gray Stone Manor Apartments, 204 E. Water St., Slippery Rock. Monday, June 18 from 10 a.m. to noon.

SFMNP vouchers are distributed by the Butler County Area Agency on Aging. In order to qualify, a single individual must have an annual income less than $22,459 and a married couple must have an annual income of less than $30,451. All income must be tallied; for example, wages, Social Security, pensions, VA benefits, interest and withdrawals from annuities. Seniors residing in facilities such as nursing homes, personal care homes or domiciliary care homes where meals are prepared are not eligible to receive vouchers.

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Vouchers will be distributed beginning June 1 and will continue while supplies last. All eligible participants must show documentation of age and county residency; documentation of income is not needed. Vouchers will only be distributed at the community distribution sites listed in this issue of the Butler County Senior News. Vouchers cannot be mailed. Butler Senior Center, 10 Austin Ave., Lyndora. Friday, June 1 from 9 A.M. to noon. Saxonburg Fire Hall, 290 Horne Avenue, Saxonburg. Friday, June 1 from 2 to 4 p.m. Cranberry Township Senior Center, Cranberry Township Municipal Building, 2525 Rochester Rd., Cranberry Township. Monday, June 4 from 9 a.m. to noon. May 2018 • Butler County Senior News

Cliffside Apartments, 325 S. McKean St., Butler. Monday, June 18 from 2 to 4 p.m. Mars Senior Center, Penn Mar Plaza, Gilkey Dr., Mars. Tuesday, June 19 from 9 a.m. to noon.

Lafayette Apartments, 302 S. Main St., Butler. Monday, June 4 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Evans City Senior Center, Ritzert Hall, 426 E. Main Street, Evans City. Tuesday, June 5 from 10 a.m. to noon. Butler Arbors Apartments, 200 Lincoln Ave., Butler. Tuesday, June 5 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Slippery Rock Senior Center, Slippery Rock Municipal Building, 52 Branchton Rd., Slippery Rock. Wednesday, June 6 from 10 a.m. to noon. Chicora Senior Center, Moose Lodge Hall Basement, 117 W. Slippery Rock St., Chicora. Wednesday, June 6 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Mt. Chestnut Senior Center, Mt. Chestnut Presbyterian Church, 727 W. Old Route 422, Butler. Monday June 11, 10 a.m. to noon. Terrace Apartments, 111 S. Cliff St., Butler. Monday, June 11 from 2 to 4 p.m.

Maple Court Apartments, 214 S. High St., Zelienople. Tuesday, June 19 from 2 to 4 p.m. South East Senior Center, Winfield Township VFC, 200 Brose Rd., Cabot. Thursday, June 21 from 10 to 11 a.m. Rolling Road Regency, 100 Rolling Rd., Cranberry Township. Thursday, June 21 from 2 to 4 p.m. Park Manor Apartments, Alameda Rd., Butler. Thursday, June 28 from 10 a.m. to noon. Butler County Area Agency on Aging, 111 Sunnyview Circle, Suite 101, Butler. In office distribution beginning Monday, July 1 through Friday, September 28, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. While supplies last (Note: Agency closed June 14, July 4 and September 3). BCSN Take advantage of this great program! For more information about the State Farmers Market Voucher Distribution program, contact the Butler County Area Agency on Aging at (724) 282-3008 or visit the Area Agency on Aging office, 111 Sunnyview Circle, Suite 101, Butler, PA 16001.

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Senior Center events

_ Chicora Senior Center, lower level of Moose Hall, 117 West Slippery Rock St., offers the following events: Bullying Among Older Adults at 10:30 a.m. May 1; Cinco de Mayo Party May 3; Phipps Conservatory and Rivers Casino May 7; Blood Pressure at 10:30 a.m. and Mother’s Day Party May 8; Bingo with Wayne at 10 a.m. and Birthday Party Celebration May 10; Leadership Meeting at 10 a.m. May 15; Older American’s Month Brunch at 11:30 a.m. May 22; and Bingo with Wayne at 10 a.m. and Memorial Day Party May 24. Call for daily activities. The center hours are from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Call (724) 445-2551. _ Cranberry Senior Center, Municipal Building, Rochester Rd., offers the following events: Long Term Care Program at 11 a.m. May 3; Bullying Among Older Adults at 10:30 a.m. and Cinco de Mayo Party May 4; Dinner Theater-Chinese Take Out from 4 to 7 p.m. May 8. Cost is $10; Birthday Celebration May 10; Trip to Rivers Casino at 9 a.m. May 15. Cost is $15; Complimentary DanceRosemary Trail at 11 a.m. May 17; Leadership Council Meeting at 10:30 a.m. May 21; Older American’s Month Brunch at noon May 24; Memorial Day Party May 29; and Wellness Wednesday Breakfast at 8:30 a.m. May 30. Call for daily activities. The center is open from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call (724) 772-6086. _ Evans City Senior Center, 426 East Main St., offers the following events: Bullying Among Older Adults at 10:30 a.m. May 8; Leadership Meeting at 1 p.m. and Birthday Celebration May 10; Celebration of Mothers May 17; Older American’s Month Brunch at noon May 23; and Memorial Day Party May 24. The center is open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Call (724) 538-9414.

_ Mars Senior Center, Penn Mar Plaza, Gilkey Dr., offers the following activities: Pet Therapy at 1 p.m. May 3; Snack Bingo at 1 p.m. May 8; VNA Services and Volunteer Program at 1 p.m. May 10; Bullying Among Older Adults at 10:30 a.m. and Birthday Party at noon May 11; Crafts at 1 p.m. May 15; Learn to Play Cards and Sequence at 1 p.m. May 16; Aroma Therapy and Medication Techniques at 1 p.m. May 17; Leadership Council Meeting at noon May 21; Gift Card Bingo at 1 p.m. May 22; Monthly Breakfast at 8:30 a.m. (cost is $5) and Cards at 1 p.m. May 23; Memorial Day Celebration at 11:45 a.m. May 29; and Older American’s Month Brunch at noon May 30. The center is open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call (724) 625-4466. _ Mount Chestnut Senior Center, Presbyterian Church, 727 Old Route 422, will offer the following events: Blood Pressure Screenings at 11 a.m. and Home Health Options at 12:30 p.m. May 3; Leadership Council Meeting at 12:30 p.m. May 7; Coffee with Commissioner Kevin Bozzel from 5 to 6:30 p.m. May 8; Mother’s Day Celebration and Birthday Celebration May 10; Bullying Among Older Adults at 10:30 a.m. May 14; and Older American’s Month Brunch at 11:45 a.m. and Bible Study at 12:30 p.m. May 21. Daily activities include bingo and cards at 10 a.m. Mondays; and games and 50/50 raffle Thursdays. The center is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays. Call (724) 282-6006. _ Slippery Rock Senior Center, Township Building, 155 Branchton Rd., will offer the following events: Cinco de Mayo Celebration at 10:30 a.m. May 3; Bullying Among Older Adults at 10:30 a.m., Birthday Celebration and Mother’s Day Celebration May 10; Leadership Meeting at noon May 17; Memorial Day Festivities at 10:30 a.m. May 24; and Older American’s Month Brunch at noon May 31. The center is open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday. Call (724) 794-6440. _ Southeast Senior Center, Winfield Township Firehall, Brose Rd., offers the following upcoming events: Leadership Meeting at 9:30 a.m. and Cinco de Mayo Celebration May 3; Birthday Celebration at 11:30 a.m. May 10; Grocery Bingo at 9:30 a.m. and Bullying Among Older Adults at 10:30 a.m. May 17; Memorial Day Party May 29; Older American’s Month Brunch at 11:30 a.m. May 29; and No Tobacco Day -Let’s Eat Pie May 31. The center is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Call (724) 352-2036. BCSN May 2018 • Butler County Senior News

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_ Butler Senior Center, 10 Austin Ave., (located in Tanglewood Senior Center), Lyndora, offers the following events: Bullying Among Older Adults at 10:30 a.m. May 3; Cinco de Mayo Celebration at 11 a.m. May 4; Leadership Meeting at 11:45 a.m. and Birthday Party May 10; Game Night from 5 to 8 p.m. May 15; Mother’s Day Celebration at 10:30 a.m. May 16; Memorial Day Celebration at 11 a.m. May 24; and Older American’s Month Brunch at 11:30 a.m. May 25. Call for daily activities. The center hours are from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call (724) 285-5392.

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T H E A R E A A G E N C Y O N A G I N G C E L E B R AT E S O U R S E N I O R S

OLDER AMERICAN’S MONTH

May is Older American’s Month. To Celebrate our Seniors the Area Agency on Aging is offering a FREE brunch at each of the eight centers on the following dates during the month of May. RSVP required to each center directly.

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Mt. Chestnut Senior Center Monday, May 21, 2018 RSVP: 724-282-6006

Cranberry Twp. Senior Center Thursday, May 24, 2018 RSVP: 724-772-6086

Mars Senior Center Wednesday, May 30, 2018 RSVP: 724-625-4466

Chicora Senior Center Tuesday, May 22, 2018 RSVP: 724-445-2551

Butler Senior Center Friday, May 25, 2018 RSVP: 724-285-5392

Slippery Rock Senior Center Thursday, May 31, 2018 RSVP: 724-794-6440

Evans City Senior Center Wednesday, May 23, 2018 RSVP: 724-538-9414

South East Senior Center Tuesday, May 29, 2018 RSVP: 724-352-2036

Brunch menu varies at each location: Menus include Breakfast bake, home fries, fresh fruit, bacon, sausage, French toast, hash browns , omelets, waffles , muffins, donut holes

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Butler County Area Agency on Aging May Menu for senior centers

Tuesday, May 1: Pork carnita taco, rice, corn, melon. Wednesday, May 2: Chicken salad, mixed greens, pickled beets, cookie. Thursday, May 3: Meatloaf, whipped potatoes, green beans, banana pudding and Nilla wafers. Friday, May 4: Steak sandwich, ranch potatoes, fruit. Monday, May 7: Creamy chicken salad croissant, tomato soup, fruit. Tuesday, May 8: Salisbury steak, whipped potatoes, sweet peas, brownie. Wednesday, May 9: Baked salmon, baked potato, broccoli and carrots, cookie.

Senior Express The Butler County Area Agency on Aging

Serving you: About the Area Agency on Aging The Butler County Area Agency on Aging (AAoA) is a community service agency for older adults and has operated in Butler County since 1984. The Area Agency on Aging administers programs and manages services for Butler County residents who are 60 years of age or older. Agency programs and services are designed to serve approximately 38,000 older consumers who call Butler County home. Butler County Commissioners Leslie Osche, Republican Kimberly Geyer, Republican Kevin Boozel, Democrat

Thursday, May 10, Birthday menu: Chicken primavera, penne pasta, tossed salad, cake. Friday, May 11: Orange glazed pork loin, vegetable rice pilaf, cauliflower, applesauce. Monday, May 14: Kielbasa, barbecue butter beans, macaroni salad, fruit.

Area Agency on Aging Administrator: Beth A. Herold, RN, BSN, MBA

Tuesday, May 15: Roasted turkey, whipped potatoes, peas and carrots, gelatin. Wednesday, May 16: Hamburger, sweet potato bites, green beans, fruit. Thursday, May 17: Tuna salad sandwich, creamy potato soup, pineapple and cherries.

How may we help you? • Community Services for Older Adults and their families • Home and Community Based Services • PDA Waiver Services

Friday, May 18: Baked breaded chicken cutlet, au gratin potatoes, sweet peas, cookie. Monday, May 21: Roasted pork loin, sauerkraut, whipped potatoes, applesauce. Tuesday, May 22: Taco salad, tossed salad, black bean soup, pineapple tidbits. Wednesday, May 23: Chicken Parmesan, rotini pasta, Parmesan zucchini and corn, fruit. Thursday, May 24, Memorial Day menu: Cheeseburger, potato salad, baked beans, watermelon. Friday, May 25: Barbecue pork ribette, baked potato, creamy coleslaw, peaches. Monday, May 28, Memorial Day: Closed.

Access to Services • Information and Referral • Assessment • Care Management

For more information, call or visit our office at Sunnyview Complex 111 Sunnyview Circle, Suite 101 Butler, PA 16001 Office Hours: Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Tuesday, May 29: Grilled chicken sandwich, Parmesan potatoes, tomato and cucumber salad, orange dream cake.

Phone: (724) 282-3008 (888) 367-2434

Wednesday, May 30: Southwestern chicken salad, tossed salad, black beans, creamy cauliflower soup, gelatin.

Website: co.butler.pa.us/butler

Thursday, May 31: Barbecue pulled pork sandwich, corn chowder, fruit.

Email:

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May 2018 • Butler County Senior News

Entertainments and Events • The Cranberry Township 55+ Club (formerly known as the Cranberry Township Senior Citizens Club) celebrated its 47th anniversary last month with a day of special programs, which included fellowship and light refreshments. The club is open to all adults ages 55 and older in the Cranberry Township area. It meets regularly at 1 p.m. on the second Tuesday of most months at the Cranberry Township Municipal Center, when not on away outings. Members enjoy a variety of social and educational experiences with other older adults, include day trips to points of interest around the area, luncheons, picnics and more. Please note that the club is separate from the Cranberry Senior Center. To learn more about the club, call Bill Shaner at (724) 776-1933.

adjustments are made for the holidays). Meetings are held at noon for a luncheon, the program begins at 1 p.m. Meals are provided for all meetings except for the June picnic. Rolls, butter and decaf coffee are always provided. Bring your own table setting. A $5 donation per person is requested. Meetings are held at Portersville Presbyterian Church, 1297 Perry Hwy., Portersville. For information on meals and programs, call Joan Courtney at (724) 865-2845; for travel information, call Peg Stickel at (724) 368-3225. To reach the church, call (724) 368-8050.

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• Have you always wanted to paint, but never learned how or thought you weren’t that good? You don’t have to

• A Community Trunk Sale will take place from 8 a.m to 1 p.m. May 5 at Masonic Shelter, 184 Alameda Park Rd., Butler. A kids sale will take place from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 6. Call (724) 284-5383.

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be, instructor Sandra Maxwell will help you paint a wonderful masterpiece step-by-step. Come out to Alameda Park House, 184 Alameda Park Rd., Butler, for Painting in the Park from 6 to 8 p.m. May 9. Cost is $30 per person. Call (724) 284-5383. • Spring Fest will take place from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 11 and from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m May 12 at Glade Run, 70 West Beaver Rd., Zelienople. Enjoy a huge spring plant sale, free kids activities, goat yoga, Taco Trot (a family fun walk), concessions and more. Call (724) 452-4453 or visit gladerunadventures.org. • The Associated Artists of Butler County present the annual spring show through May 12 at the Butler Art Center, 344 S. Main St., Butler. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays through Fridays and from noon to 4 p.m. Saturdays. Come enjoy the annual

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Entertainments and Events spring show, filled with unique artwork to get you excited for spring. Show is juried and judged. Call (724) 283-6922 or visit butlerartcenter.org/art-shows-music-events.html.

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• The Zelienople Library Presents an Arts and Culture Speaker Series from 7 to 8 p.m. May 10 at Zelienople Area Public Library, 227 S. High St., Zelienople. Cost is $8 per person. Call (724) 452-9330 or visit zelienoplelibrary.org. • Cooper Station Restaurant, 352 N. Pike Rd., Sarver, will host a Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 13. Call (724) 353-2100 for reservations. Visit cooperstationrestaurant.com/ for details about the restaurant.

• Come out for the Portersville Steam Show Spring Gas-up from 9 a.m to 8 p.m. May 19 and 20 at the Portersville Steam Show Grounds, 1512 Perry Hwy., Portersville. There will be a vintage village, saw mill, cider press, gas engines, oil field equipment, farm animals, train rides, steam engines, flea market, crafts, food, kids’ pedal tractor pulling, tractor pulls and a steam building. Admission is $5, children 11 and under are free Visit portersvillesteamshow.org. • A free one day bus trip to Washington, DC to visit the World War II, Korean Memorial, Arlington Cemetery for the Changing of the Guard, the Memorial Wall and the Marine Corp Memorial will take place on May 24. This trip is for WWII and Korean War era veterans and all who served prior to May 15, 1975. Food and beverages provided. There will be an RN on the trip. Wheelchairs will be provided as needed. The pickup sites are Beaver, Greentree and Monroeville between 5 and 6:15 a.m.; return between 9 and 10 p.m. For information and reservations, call (724) 709-3614. In order to continue these free trips for the veterans, donations are gratefully accepted and checks should be may be made payable to Vets Bus Trips. Mail to Wesbanco at 701 Corporation St., Beaver, PA 15009, Attention: Vets Bus Trips. • The Seven Fields ninth annual Community Days Carnival will take place June 7, 8 and 9 at Seven Fields Town Park, 380 Castle Creek Dr., Seven Fields. Enjoy live music by Velveeta on Friday and Dancing Queen on Saturday. There will also be fireworks on Saturday provided by Pyrotecnico. Visit sevenfields.org. BCSN

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• The Butler County Master Gardeners and Butler County Parks and Recreation Department presents the 2018 Spring Garden Market and Home Show from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on May 19 at Alameda Park, Odd Fellow Circle, 184 Alameda Park Rd., Butler. The park will be transformed into a showcase of exhibitors geared to welcome Spring. Enjoy specialty food items, free children activities, live entertainment, plant sale, landscaping materials, live plants and more available for purchase throughout the day. Call (724) 284-5383.

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