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Convention center events lined up
The Monroeville Convention Center, 209 Mall Blvd., will host the following upcoming shows:
• Feb. 13-15: ID Dance Competition. Details: IDdancecomp.com.
• Feb. 17: 72.5 Productions Wrestling Tournament
• Feb. 20-22: Pittsburgh Golf & Travel Show. Details: PittsburghGolfShow.com.
• Feb. 28-March 1: Showmasters Gun Show. Details: ShowmastersGunShows.com.
• March 7-8: Monroeville Fire & EMS Show. Details: MonroevilleFireAndEMS Show.com.
• March 13-15: Primetime Dance Competition. Details: PrimetimeDance.net/2026.
‘Tell Them We Are Rising’ documentary showing at library
McKeesport HBCU Vision will host a screening of the documentary “Tell Them We Are Rising,” part of an afternoon focused on the impact of historically Black colleges and universities.
The documentary will be screened at 11 a.m. Feb. 28 at the Monroeville Public Library, 4000 Gateway Campus Blvd. It will be followed by an information session for attendees to learn more about HBCUs, with a focus on Clark Atlanta University.
There is no cost to attend.
To RSVP, call 412-385-7311.
Church organizing 7th annual purse bash
St. Nicholas Serbian Orthodox Church is sponsoring its seventh annual Purse Bash Fundraiser from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Feb. 21 — doors will open at 11:30 — in the church’s social hall, 2110 Haymaker Road, Monroeville.
Tickets are $50 each and includes 20 chances to bid on designer purses.
Lunch is provided along with soft drinks, coffee and tea. A cash bar will be available; no outside alcohol is permitted.
Winners must be present to claim all prizes.
Optional lotteries for additional purses and raffles also will be available to purchase.
To purchase tickets, visit stnicholasmonroeville.org/events or call Amanda Formato at 412-980-8944.
Community invited to Pancake Breakfast, cheer on runners
Level Green Presbyterian Church, 105 Olive Drive, Trafford, invites the community to a Pancake Sunday as they get ready for the start of Lent.
A Pancake Breakfast fellowship hour will follow the 10:30 a.m. worship service on Sunday, Feb. 15.
The deacons and the church’s youth will be serving up pancakes and sausage with lots of delicious toppings.
Friends and neighbors are welcome to share breakfast, worship and help cheer on the runners in the annual pancake races.
Free puppet show to include pajama party
Level Green Presbyterian Church invites the community to escape the winter doldrums and join them for a fun night of entertainment at 7 p.m. Feb. 21. The church will be hosting a Let It Shine Blacklight Puppet Show in the sanctuary, 105 Olive Drive, Trafford.
The Let It Shine program is performed by a team of youth and adults from the Bethel United Methodist Church Blacklight Puppetry ministry. The group’s purpose is to share God’s love through puppets, song and special effects. The program has been described as a show that will put a smile on your face, a song in your heart and make you laugh out loud.
The upbeat puppet show is a fast-paced production featuring music and unique blacklight special effects that will appeal to all ages. The group has been sharing its Blacklight Puppetry ministry with communities for more than 20 years. Since the show does require complete darkness, it is only able to be performed during the winter months.
The evening also will be a Pajama Party Night with the Puppets. Children and adults will have the optional choice to come and enjoy the show wearing their favorite pajamas. Cookies, hot chocolate and refreshments will be served after the program in the fellowship hall.
The evening is free of charge, but donations will be accepted.
AARP warns seniors about romance scams
As Valentine’s Day approaches — a time when many people are seeking companionship or exploring new romantic relationships online — AARP Pennsylvania is urging older adults to stay alert for romance scams, including catfishing schemes that exploit feelings of loneliness, trust and affection.
Catfishing is when a scammer uses fraudulent information and images to create fake identities, then attempts to attract people through dating apps, messaging apps and social media to build emotional connections and exploit victims.
Report scams to local law enforcement.
If you suspect a scam, call AARP’s toll-free helpline at 1-877-908-3360 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. weekdays or visit the AARP Pennsylvania Fraud Resource Page at aarp.org/money/scams-fraud.
Registration open for kindergarten
Kindergarten registration for the 2026-27 school year is underway in the Gateway School District.
Children must be 5 on or before Aug. 31 to enroll. Online enrollment can be completed on the district’s website at gatewayk12.org/resources/parent-resources/registration, which includes a list of required documents.
If you need further information, call Cindy Capell at 412-373-5705 or email her at ccapell@gatewayk12.org.
Mark your calendars: All incoming kindergartners and their parents/guardians are invited to an “On Our Way to K” event at 6 p.m. April 15 in Monroeville Public Library, 4000 Gateway Campus Blvd.
Community baby shower set
Beverly’s PGH will host a free community baby shower at 11 a.m. Feb. 25 at the Circleville Volunteer Fire Department, 129 Robbins Station Road in North Huntingdon.
Expecting mothers or those caring for a newborn up to 3 months old can register by calling 724-590-5106. Attendees will be able to connect with community resource providers, meet other new parents, play games and receive free baby items. The event will run until 1 p.m.
For details, call 724-590-5106 or email emyers@beverlyspgh.org.
Parish to host blood drive Feb. 22
Christ the Divine Shepherd Parish is holding its quarterly blood drive from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 22 at the lower level of the Lourdes Center, 245 Azalea Drive, Monroeville.
This month, all donors will receive a $15 gift card when they opt in to Vitalant’s Donor Rewards program using the blood drive code UG0040290 and entering in the code GIVELOVE-2026-V when scheduling their appointment.
Come save a life by donating a little of your time and a little of your blood.
To schedule an appointment, visit vitalant.org or call 877-25-VITAL and they will assist you with scheduling.
‘Hole’ lot of fun happening at library
Monroeville Public Library is a hosting a Mini Golf at the Library fundraiser on Feb. 21.
A custom-designed, 18-hole miniature golf course will be set up throughout the library. Tickets can be purchased, starting Jan. 15, at the library and on its website at monroevillelibrary.org.
The family fun edition will run from 10 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.
Tickets are at $5 per person for the family edition and free for children younger than 3. Attendees will receive one round of golf, with the last tee off taking place at 3:45 p.m.
Food and raffle tickets also will be available to purchase.
The 21-and-older edition will take place from 6 to 9:45 p.m., which is the time of the last tee off.
Tickets for the adults only session are $40. Attendees will receive unlimited evening play and complimentary food and beverages. Raffle and 50-50 tickets also will be available for purchase.
3 Rivers Psychic Fair set for March 14-15
The 3 Rivers Psychic Fair, featuring more than 55 vendors, returns from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 14-15 at Comfort Inn, 699 Rodi Road, Penn Hills.
Workshops will be available on a variety of topics, including manifesting, authenticity, feminine rising, group psychic medium readings and telepathy.
The 3 Rivers Psychic Fair takes place three times a year in and around the city of Pittsburgh. The next events are scheduled for July 25 and Oct. 17-18. The fair offers psychic, intuitive and medium readings, as well as Reiki and energy healers and holistic products.
The mission of the fair is to connect, heal and educate. It aims to help people expand their minds, learn about their bodies and kindle their inner flames.
Admission is $5, payable by cash or credit card. There also will be a 50-50.
To learn more, visit 3riverspf.com. To view a list of readers and vendors enrolled, visit facebook.com/3RiversPsychicFair.
Rotary scholarships available for seniors
The Bob Williams Rotary Memorial Scholarship Program has scholarships available for the 2025-26 academic year.
In recent years, the program has awarded at least eight need-based scholarships at $5,000 each.
High school seniors in Allegheny and Beaver counties are eligible to apply.
Vocational students, GED students and those attending parochial, charter and private schools also are eligible.
Students must have a 2.5 or higher grade-point average and must complete an essay highlighting their community/school service.
Complete application and criteria materials are available on the Rotary District 7305 website at rotarydistrict7305.org by clicking on Scholarship Opportunities. Applications also are available through area high school counselors.
Applications postmarked after Feb. 28 will not be accepted.
For details, contact Dr. Robert Arbuckle, committee chairperson, at rarbuckl@yahoo.com.