Westmoreland happenings: Band concert, book sale, class reunion, more

Fundraiser

• West Newton Public Library will sell children’s books from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday in the library parking lot, 124 N. Water St. Cost: one bag, $5; get two bags free. Details: 724-633-0798.

Music

• Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church, 301 E. Pittsburgh St., Delmont, will have an End of Summer Bash at 1 p.m. Saturday at the church. The Delmont Area Concert Band will perform. Bring a lawn chair.

Reunion

• Derry High School Class of 1960 will have a reunion at 4 p.m. Sept. 6 at DeNunzio’s Italian Chop House, Arnold Palmer Regional Airport, Unity. Reservations required by Aug. 22. Details: 724-468-4863.

Senior citizen news

• Irwin Senior Activity Center, 310 Oak St., will celebrate National Senior Citizens Day on Wednesday. Vendors will hand out free items from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. and there will be a buffet lunch from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., dine in only. Registration for events and lunch required at least one day in advance. Donations are accepted for all activities. Details: 724-787-1760.

• A Seniors for Safe Driving class will be offered from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 25 at Regional Family YMCA of Laurel Highlands, 490 Bessemer Road, East Huntingdon. The class is PennDOT approved and for drivers who are at least 55. Safe drivers can receive a 5% discount on auto insurance for three years. Cost: $17. Details and registration: 800-559-4880 or seniorsforsafe driving.com.

Veterans news

• A veterans service officer will be available to discuss Veterans Affairs benefits from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 25 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.

• A veterans service officer will be available from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday in the office of state Rep. Jill Cooper, 105 Pfeffer Road, suite 5, Washington Township. Services available will include disability and pension claims, benefit questions, assisting spouses with survivor benefits issues and applications for veterans grants. Appointments will be accepted, but walk-ins are welcome. Appointments: 724-387-9113.

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