Used book sale
The Friends of the Norwin Public Library will host a used book sale this month at the library, 100 Caruthers Lane.
The sale runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. April 22 and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 25. Attendees are asked to park in the lower parking lot.
All proceeds benefit the library, with a focus on supporting the Children’s Summer Reading Program. For more information, call the library at 724-863-4700, ext. 100.
Norwin Art League workshops set
The Norwin Art League has opened registration for a series of community workshops scheduled for May. The sessions, held at 305 Main St., cover a range of mediums including paper art, fiber arts and watercolor.
The following workshops are being offered:
• 3-D Paper Art (preteen/teen): May 2 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. This youth-focused session costs $25 and includes all materials. Prospective students must register by April 30 and contact Sarah at 412-522-5281 to specify their design preference.
• Beginner Crochet: May 12 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Designed for ages 10 and up, participants will learn to create an amigurumi octopus keychain. The fee is $15 for members and $20 for nonmembers. The deadline to register is May 11. For questions, contact Heather at 724-433-4869.
• Ink and Wash Watercolor: May 16 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. This adult workshop (18 ) explores the combination of ink and watercolor techniques. No prior experience is required. The cost is $40 for members and $45 for nonmembers. Registration closes May 14. For additional information, contact connect@StellarisCreativeStudio.com.
Space is limited for all sessions to ensure individual instruction. Participants must preregister and submit payment via norwinartleague.com.
Spaghetti dinner slated
The First United Church of Christ will host a community spaghetti dinner from 4 to 7 p.m. April 16 at the church, 400 Main St.
The meal includes spaghetti, salad, bread, a beverage and dessert. Tickets will be sold at the door: $12 for adults and $6 for children.
Proceeds typically benefit church missions and community outreach programs.
Help with heating bills
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance program (LIHEAP) provides cash grants to help Pennsylvania families pay their heating bills.
Through May 8, low-income residents who need assistance paying for their heating bill can apply for a one-time grant of $200 to $1,000 that will be applied directly to their utility provider.
Funding is limited and distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
The link to apply is pa.gov/services/dhs/apply-for-the-low-income-home-energy- assistance-program-liheap.
To qualify for LIHEAP in Pennsylvania, you must meet income requirements, which are set based on household size. Renters and homeowners are eligible for benefits. You do not need to be on another public assistance program or have unpaid heating bills to qualify.
If you are experiencing an emergency related to your household’s heat, such as broken equipment, or facing utility service termination, you might be eligible to receive additional funds through a crisis grant.
To check your eligibility for LIHEAP and crisis grants, visit peoples-gas.com/help or call 1-800-400-9276.
Boy Scouts selling mulch
Boy Scout Troop 284 is accepting orders for its annual mulch sale through April 26.
The mulch is priced at $5 per bag, or $110 for 25 bags. The troop provides free delivery to customers located within the 15642 ZIP code and a surrounding 5-mile radius.
Deliveries are scheduled for May 1–3. In the event of a rainout, the backup dates are May 8–9.
To place an order, call 412-292-7467 or email scouttroop284@gmail.com.
Bataan Memorial March
The Norwin Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps will hold its 14th annual, 14-mile Bataan Memorial March along the Westmoreland Heritage Trail on April 25.
The race begins at 9 a.m. at the B-Y Park trailhead in Trafford, with a rest and water station 7 miles from the trailhead. Race day registration begins at 8 a.m. at the trailhead.
The Bataan Memorial March is conducted in memory of the American and Filipino soldiers in the Philippines during World War II who were forced to march about 65 miles to a prisoner of war camp after surrendering to the Japanese Army in April 1942. Hundreds of American prisoners and thousands of Filipino prisoners were beaten and killed along the march by their Japanese captors.
The proceeds from the event will be used to support All American Rucks, a cause that means a lot to the cadet corps, said Megan Evanuik, Norwin Air Force Junior ROTC president. All American Rucks coordinates the annual “Staff Sgt. Kyle McKee Memorial Ruck” in honor of one of the cadets’ fathers, who was killed in action while serving in Egypt in 2020. All American Rucks’ mission is to honor veterans, first responders and community members who make an impact and inspire each other to achieve new heights, Evanuik said.
The race, walk and biking event is free to the Norwin Air Force Junior ROTC cadets and other invited schools with Junior ROTC programs. A commemorative T-shirt is $15. The cost for entrants is $25 and includes the T-shirt ($10 for registration and $15 for the T-shirt). The registration fee is donated to All American Rucks.
A limited number of T-shirts will be available on the day of the event along with a registration form.
Art league workshop
An intuitive painting watercolor workshop, which will be an abstract exploration of one’s inner landscape, is planned for 1 to 3 p.m. April 25 at the Norwin Art League, 306 Main St., Irwin.
No experience is necessary.
Materials are included in the $40 cost for art league members and $45 for nonmembers.
Prepayment and registration are required at norwinartleague.com. The deadline is April 20.
For more information, contact christinajduran.com.
Sage’s Army anniversary
Sage’s Army, a substance abuse prevention and recovery organization, will celebrate its 14th anniversary at 1 p.m. April 16 at its Hempfield office at 6044 Route 30.
Guest speakers will begin at 3:30 p.m.
There will be free food, music, raffle baskets and giveaways.
Those interested in attending are asked to RSVP at 724-467-2420.
Band bingo fundraiser
The Norwin Band Aides, the booster group to the Norwin band, will hold a bingo fundraiser beginning at 1 p.m. April 19 at the Circleville Fire Hall, 129 Robbins Station Rd., North Huntingdon.
The cost is $40 per ticket and includes 10 games and a $1,500 jackpot. The ticket price includes a buffet lunch and one soft drink coupon.
Additional bingo cards will be available for purchase.
Anyone attending under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Doors open at 11:30 a.m.
There will also be games of chance and a basket raffle.
The proceeds from the fundraiser will go toward supporting the activities of the band and color guard. The Band Aides typically raise money through sales at the concession stands at home football games and band festivals, but the stadium renovation project will prevent Norwin from using the stadium this fall.
For more information, send an email to norwinband bingo@gmail.com (or preferred address). For tickets, contact Debbie Washowich at 412-334-7264.
Art League scholarship
The Norwin Art League is accepting applications for its annual $1,000 scholarship, which is being presented this year in honor of Albert Froeschl to recognize his longtime support of the organization.
The scholarship is open to local high school students who plan to attend college and major in either a visual arts field or in art education with a focus on the visual arts.
Prospective applicants can obtain the necessary forms and a full list of requirements by visiting the Norwin Art League studio, 306 Main St., Irwin.
Information and application materials also are available by contacting Mary Lou Hall via email at ml.mace@yahoo.com. The deadline for all scholarship entries is April 20.
Homeowner repairs
The nonprofit Carpenter’s Apprentice, a group of volunteers from Norwin and Harrison City area churches who help make repairs to homes of residents in need, is planning a spring fix-up weekend May 15-17.
The organization is seeking volunteers to donate their time and talent toward projects for that weekend. It is also looking for community members, churches and pastors to refer homeowners in need.
Anyone referred to the organization for assistance will be contacted, and a site surveyor will be assigned to speak with the homeowner to determine their needs and decide if the project fits the volunteers’ capabilities. A financial needs assessment also will be conducted by the site surveyor.
Those living within 30 minutes of the Norwin School District — North Huntingdon, Irwin and North Irwin — are eligible to be considered for a home repair.
The Carpenter’s Apprentice was created in 2008 to provide essential repairs to homes to ensure residents can live in a safe and secure environment.
Those who want to volunteer, apply for assistance or refer someone in need can visit the organization’s website at thecarpentersapprentice.org/ .
State police academy
The Pennsylvania State Police is now accepting applications for its 2026 Law and Leadership Academy – Southwest Location. The application period runs through May 1.
The free program is designed for residents or students in Southwest Pennsylvania, ages 18 and older, who have a high school diploma or GED and are seeking a career in law enforcement. Modeled after professional police academies, the curriculum includes instruction on criminal investigations, traffic laws and police resources, alongside paramilitary training in physical fitness, swimming and marching.
The academy runs from May 11 through Aug. 5. Classes are held:
• Mondays: 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
• Wednesdays: 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.
• Saturdays: Two dates (tentative)
The program aims to foster self-discipline and teamwork while giving participants a firsthand look at the cadet experience.
Interested applicants can obtain an application by contacting the Southwest Program Coordinator, Trooper Tristan T. Fay, at tfay@pa.gov, or by visiting www.PATROOPER.com. More information is available on the PSP website.
New members sought
The Association of University People invites potential new members to join them at an event.
The association welcomes singles 50 and older, who are four-year college graduates, to join them for activities and to meet new people. Activities include picnics, monthly dinners, a book group and meetups at local concerts and wineries.
For more, call 412-353-9088 or email AUPsingles@gmail.com.