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| Summer Sports Camp |
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Apr 01, 2012 at 10:00 AM to
Aug 03, 2012
4:00 PM
Sports Camp will begin on Monday, June 18th. This year there will be Tennis (at the Connellsville High School), Golf (at Mountz Creek Park) and Basketball (at Woodruff Park). Camps will run two days a week, Monday through Friday for two hours. Sign-up forms are available at City Hall, The Health Insurance Store and under the Customer Services link above. Registration cost is $20 for the first child, $10 for the second child and $5 for the 3rd child. Plus, if the first child signs up for additional camps, the cost for those camps is only $10; if the second and third children sign up for additional camps the cost is only $5. Details are still being worked out, but sign up early and get in on this program. Your kids will love it. various locations
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| Free Book Discussion Group |
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Apr 18, 2012 at 6:00 PM to
Jun 06, 2012
7:30 PM
Each Wednesday, from 6 pm to 7:30 pm, go to the Carnegie Free Library to discuss the "10 Secrets for Success and Inner Peace" by Wayne Dyer. For more information call 717-580-6742. Carnegie Free Library
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| Practical Self Defense for Women |
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Apr 21, 2012 to
Dec 15, 2012
Classes teaching practical self defense techniques to women, designed to help keep you safe. Come learn from 12:30 pm to 1:45 pm from Don Witt, Certified Instructor. You do not have to be athletic, young strong or have experience. Classes every 3rd Saturday of the month (May 19th, June 16th, July 21st, August 18th, September 15th, October 20th, November 17th and December 15th). All proceeds benefit Carnegie Free Library - Suggested donation $5.00 Carnegie Free Library
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| May 2012 |
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| CAHS 9/11 Shirts |
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May 09, 2012 at 12:00 PM to
Sep 11, 2012
Due to popular demand, the CAHS Patriots are taking orders for the 9/11 commemorative shirts that were sold in August and September. The cost is $10.00 each. Anyone interested should email their order (size and quantity) to Lshearer@casdfalcons.org If you missed getting one the last time, you can get one now, for yourself, your friends or as a keepsake. All money raised goes towards the men and women serving this great nation of ours. Lshearer@casdfalcons.org
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| 1st Annual 'Bike for 'Books' and Community Health Fair |
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May 19, 2012 at 8:30 AM
Join the FRIENDS of the Library and come to Yough Park on May 19th for the first annual 10 mile bike ride on the Yough River Trail to benefit the Friends of the Library. The cost for this will be $15.00 if you pre-register and $20.00 the day of the event. All race participamts will receive a commemorative t-shirt and the knowledge they are helping to support the fine Carnegie Free Library right here in Connellsville. A Health Fair will also be in Yough Park. For more information call the library at 724-628-1380 Yough Park
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| Hard-to Recycle Drop Off Event |
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May 19, 2012 at 9:00 AM to
2:00 PM
Planned in cooperation with PA Cleanways and the Fayette County Office Of Recycling & Solid Waste. Items accepted are: used motor oil; used tires ($1.00 cost); large steel appliances ($2.00 cost); old electronic items ($1.00 cost). Television sets and computers will have a cost of $5.00 each. Contact the Fayette County Recycling Hotline at 724-430-4884 if you have any questions. Fayette County Fairgrounds
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| 3rd Annual Yough Country Symposium |
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May 25, 2012 at 8:30 AM to
4:00 PM
The morning sessions will include discussion about tourism and its ties to our many trails with the afternoon discussion to center on tourism and hospitality opportunities. The Keynote speaker in the morning will be Ron Virag, Executive Director for Laurel Hightlands Visitors Bureau. The cost is $20 per person and includes a light breakfast and lunch. Yough Park
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| Wesley United Methodist Church |
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May 25, 2012 at 7:00 PM
Friends of the Arts invites symposium attendees and the general public to a musical concert at the Wesley United Methodist Church. The featured performer will be Mr. Levi Graft. Other performances will also take place. A reception will follow, The cost is $15 per person. Wesley United Methodist Church 417 S Pittsburgh Street
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| Connellsville Geranium Festival |
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May 26, 2012 at 10:00 AM
Come join us and think SPRING! It's time for the Geranium Festival again! On Saturday, May 26th, head on over to Crawford Avenue for buy your flowers for the yard, for friends and neighbors. Vendors for food and other items will be there to help you enjoy the day. Entertainment throughout the day. There will be a Princess Contest and a Pet Parade. Sponsored by the Connellsville Area Garden Club, and these people do a great job in making the City beautiful! Don't miss it! Crawford Avenue-Downtown Crawford Avenue - Downtown
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| Connellsville's 2nd Annual Homemade Wine Competition |
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May 26, 2012 at 7:00 PM to
9:00 PM
Stick around after the Geranium Festival and attend the City's Second Homemade Wine Competition. Judges will select best dry red, best sweet red, best dry white, best sweet white, best dry fruit, best sweet fruit and best blush/rose.' Tasting Tickets are $10 per person/$18 per couple-in advance; tickets can be purchased at ArtWorks Connellsville on West Crawford Avenue. Tasting Tickets the day of testing are $12 per person/$20 per couple. Tickets include a wine glass for tasting, appetizers and the wine tasting. Call 724-603-3151 with any questions. Second Floor of the Elks, East Crawford Avenue
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| Golden Reunion at East Park |
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May 27, 2012
This Golden Reunion will include graduates from Connellsville, Dunbar, Immaculate Conception and Geibel High School from the 1940's, 50's and 60's. Imagine the memories. At 4 pm a dedication ceremony will take place for the recently completed stone restoration work. East Park Committee Chairman Larry Buttermore will pay tribute to those that contributed financially to the project, those that completed the work and the Connellsville Garden Club that will care for the flower gardens at the site. East Park
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| Memorial Day Parade |
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May 28, 2012 at 10:00 AM
The Connellsville Veterans Commission will be holding the Annual Memorial Day Parade. The parade will form at 9:30 on the West Side and progress to the bridge portion of the program at 10 am. The route is from the West Side, travel across the Crawford Avenue bridge, turn off Crawford Avenue onto Pittsburgh Street and end at the Memorial with a program. City streets and Memorial
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| June 2012 |
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| Conn-Area Catholic School 15th Annual Golf Outing |
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Jun 03, 2012 at 10:30 AM
Its time for the 15th Annual Golf Outing at Cedarbrook Gold Course in Belle Vernon, PA.The day starts at 10:30 am with Registration and a Lunch Buffet, followed by a 12:30 pm Shotgun Start and ends with a 5:30 pm Buffet Dinner. Call Rob Reitler at 724-620-2852 or School Administrator Cecilia Solan at 724-628-5090, with any questions. Cedarbrook Gold Course in Belle Vernon, PA
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| Annual Highlands Hospital Bud Murphy Race for Autism |
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Jun 07, 2012
The Annual Highlands Hospital/BUD Murphy Race for Autism 5K Run & Walk will be held on Thursday, June 7th @ 7:00 pm. Registration is $15.00 pre- race and $17.00 on race day. Individuals can register in person at the hospital or call 724-626-2266 for an application. The Run begins at 7 pm and the Walk begins at 7:01 pm. This year there will be a "Lollipop Race" for children ages 5 through 10. The Lollipop Race begins at 8:00 pm and all participants will get (you guessed it) a Lollipop and a Ribbon. There will be plenty of prizes and refreshments. Participants who complete the 5K Run or Walk will be eligible to win $200 cash. Immediately following the awards ceremony free beverages will be provided at Bud Murphy's. Remember to mark your calendar so you don't miss this fun-filled event! Highlands Hospital and Bud Murphy's
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| Lions Kid's Fest @ Rock Starz |
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Jun 11, 2012 at 5:00 PM to
9:00 PM
One of the most successful campaigns ever undertaken by the Lions is their efforts to protect the eyesite for all of the world. This day of fun benefits the Campaign SightFirst II, their most recent campaign. At Rock Starz, kids will have a blast playing games, working with the University of Pittsburgh Mobile Science Lab, getting their face painted, seeing a fortune teller, magician, juggler, clown; there will be a silent auction, prized gifts and much much more. Rock Starz
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| 9th Annual Braddock's Crossing |
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Jun 23, 2012 at 10:00 AM to
Jun 24, 2012
9th Annual Braddock's Crossing re-enacting Major General Edward Braddock's 1755 crossing through the Youghiogheny River. Opening ceremony begins on Saturday at 10:00 am. The Yough Park will play host to period campsites and demonstrations by American Indians, the British and George Washington. Both days at 1:00 pm (depending on River conditions) participants will walk across the river. You can join them and experience history. Sponsored by the Connellsville Historical Society and Connellsville Cultural Trust. Yough Park
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| Art on the Yough |
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Jun 23, 2012 at 10:00 AM to
Jun 24, 2012
Art on the Yough returns for it's Fifth Year. Art on the Yough features artwork by local and regional artists at pavilions located in the park. Stained glass, paintings, ceramics, watercolors and jewelry will be among the creations for viewing and for sale. Come to Yough Park and enjoy the artists at Braddock's Crossing and become an artist yourself, there will be art projects for the young-at-heart. Sponsored by the Connellsville Historical Society and Fayette Cultural Trust. Yough Park
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| July 2012 |
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| Fireworks and Music |
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Jul 03, 2012 at 6:00 PM to
10:00 PM
This fun filled event is sponsored by the Connellsville Area Chamber of Commerce. Come join your neighbors and friends for an evening of fun, games and food then settle in to watch the fireworks. Non-profits will be set up in the area to showcase their organizations activities. Fireworks will follow at dusk. City Hall Plaza
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| 30th Annual John Woodruff 5K Run & Walk |
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Jul 11, 2012 at 7:00 PM
This year's race benefits the Annual John Woodruff Scholarship to be awarded to a 2012 CAHS Graduate. Race for Runners begins at 7:00 pm, Race for Walkers begins at 7:05 and at 7:10 pm the Noncompetitive Runners and Walkers Group begins. There's something for everyone and afterwards join the rest of the participants at Bud Murphy's. Connellsville South Side
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| August 2012 |
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| 2nd Annual Walk for PKD - In Memory of Chuck Bryner |
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Aug 04, 2012 at 10:00 AM to
3:00 PM
PKD (Polycystic Kidney Disease) is one of the most common life-threatening genetic diseases in the world. There is no cure for this disease. Please join in for this project and help raise $500 to ensure the PKD Foundation can continue to chart the path to a cure. Yough Park
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| Immaculate Conception Church Fair |
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Aug 10, 2012 at 12:00 PM to
Aug 11, 2012
10:00 PM
Come join your friends and neighbors at the I.C. Church Fair. There will be lots of fun, games and good food. How much fun can you pack into a weekend? Come and see!! I.C. Parking Lot
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| Savor the Avenue |
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Aug 11, 2012 at 6:00 PM to
9:00 PM
The Chamber of Commerce invites you to join them on August 11, for an outdoor dinner on Crawford Avenue. Tables will be put up from the Pittsburgh Street intersection to the Arch Street intersection, creating one really, really long table to dine on. This event costs $60 per person, but you'll get hors d'oeuvres, salad, steak, fish, sides, dessert, a wine paring, a coffee bar, entertainment and fine company. Come join us as this event will serve as our annual gala. Crawford Avenue - Downtown
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| 3rd Annual Connellsville Triathlon |
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Aug 18, 2012 at 9:00 AM to
11:00 AM
The 3rd Annual Connellsville Triathlon. Run, bike and swim your heart out. Come be a spectator or a contestant! Cost is $45 for individuals and $90 for a team up to three people. Find the application here at City Hall or above under 'Customer Services.' Connellsville-We Play Here!!! Yough Park
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| September 2012 |
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| Doggie Dash |
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Sep 15, 2012
This is a 5k walk/run in Yough River Park benefitting the Fayette Friends of Animals. You can even bring your dog along with you or offer to walk a dog from the shelter. Participants who raise over $50.00 will receive a commenorative T-shirt for their achievement. There is a $10 registration fee per participant. Any questions, call Fayette Friends of Animals at 724-245-7815. Yough Park
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