Peters Creek Historical Society Program on “Coins That Talk”

By Charlotte Hopkins

Narrow Way Ministries, of Calvary Chapel South Pittsburgh (CCSP), passionately embarked on a community-driven mission recently to beautify and restore the 7th Street Park in West Elizabeth.

With a strong sense of purpose and commitment, they devoted their time to cleaning up the park, making it shine with renewed energy. Their selfless efforts demonstrated their values of compassion and service, leaving a positive impact on the community they served. Through their action, they exemplified the essence of Christian principles, spreading hope and kindness to all who visit the revitalized park.

Pastor Tim Green stated, “They wanted to show the love of Jesus to the community by doing something practical.” Councilwoman Janet Isaacs expressed her delight in the work by Narrow Way. “They cleaned the park, touched up on paint, and even built a new park bench. They each had a job to do. It was so regimented. They laughed and they sang. It really was awesome. Everyone did a great job!”

Mon Valley Paws Announces Event Calendar For August

Food Day - All month at Felicias Restaurant, 450 Schoonmaker Ave. in Monessen. Cost $14 per meal. MVP receives $7 per meal. Call Randy at 724493-8305 for tickets.

Yappy Hour - Every Thursday during the month of August at DAWGS, 110 Sara Way Belle Vernon. MVP receives 10% of each sale. Call 724-4938305

Monthly Meeting - August 8 at Italian Club 112 7th St. Monessen. 6:00 PM. The general public is invited. 724-493-8305

Ice Cream Social And Bath Time - August 12 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, at Pet Supplies Plus, 112 Sara Way, Belle Vernon. All dogs who are bathed will receive $10. Donations accepted. 724-493-8305

Yappy Hour - August 14 Hilltop Fireman's Club, 1545 Grand Blvd Monessen 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Leashed, friendly pets welcome. All patrons donating food or supplies will receive a ticket for a prize. 724-493-8305 front and back of a Pewter 1776 Continental Dollar Coin. This early continental coin was found and purchased at a French flea market. It was certified as genuine and valued at $97,500.

"Coins That Talk and The Stories They Tell" will be the featured program for the Peters Creek Historical Society on Monday, August 28, 7:30 PM. Hear about coins that have a memory and were present at some historical event or carried in the pocket of someone significant! Is this a coin salvaged from the battlefield of the Little Big Horn or was this a coin found in the pocket of President Kennedy in Dallas or Neil Armstrong as he took one small step for man, one great leap for mankind. Join our guest speaker, Mr Ben Costello, coin collector, member and chair of the 1715 Society, whose mission is to identify and to do archival research on items recovered from a fleet of ships sunk in 20 feet of water off the Florida coast. "Coins That Talk and the Stories They Tell" is sure to be an engaging and a fascinating evening of history that speaks to us! The program will be held at Wrights United Methodist Church, 788 Venetia Road, in Venetia. The public is welcome. Log into peterscreekhistoricalsociety.org for more information on the society and its headquarters, the Enoch Wright House and log cabin.

Docents will open the door for tours of the Enoch Wright House on Sunday, August 13 and 27 from 2:00PM to 4:00PM and Tuesday, August 15 from 6:00PM to 8:00PM.

Craft and Vendor Show in South Park Set for Sept. 23

Prince of Peace Lutheran Church will be holding a ‘Craft and Vendor Show’ on September 23 from 10:00AM to 3:00PM at the South Park Economics Building located at 2050 Buffalo Drive, South Park. There will be over 40 vendors, raffles, a DJ and food trucks. Proceeds benefit Prince of Peace Lutheran Church. For more information or to become a vendor, contact Jen Puskar at 412758-8853.