Senior citizen news
Irwin Senior Activity Center, 310 Oak St., will have grocery bingo and the monthly birthday celebration Jan. 27. National Blueberry Pancake Day on Jan. 28 will feature breakfast for lunch. A healthy cooking demonstration will be at 11:30 a.m. Jan. 29. Registration for events and lunch required at least one day in advance. Donations are accepted for all activities. Details: 724-787-1760.
Special events
• Sage’s Army and STR Silver Pines Residential will host a free family movie night at 6 p.m. Jan. 28 at Sage’s Army Recovery Center, 6044 Lincoln Highway, Suite 400, Hempfield. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. The film will be “The Fantastic 4: First Steps.” Popcorn, pizza, beverages and snacks will be served. Details: 724-863-5433.
• Pa. Rep Jill Cooper will have an open house from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 29 at her Murrysville office, 3091 Carson Ave. Staff from the Westmoreland County treasurer’s office will help with dog license applications. Checks will be accepted. Office staff will help owners apply for a dog license online with a credit card.
Veterans news
A veterans service officer will be available to discuss Veterans Administration benefits from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Jan. 27 at the Donegal American Legion, 3812 Route 31, Donegal Township. Veterans, spouses and widows from all counties welcome. No appointment required. Details: Ron, 724-830-3532.
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