Westmoreland happenings: Frog walk, blood drive, class reunion, more

Fundraisers

• Westmoreland County Federation of SNPG Lodges will host a benefit polka dance from 2 to 6 p.m. July 27 at the Yukon Slovenian Hall, 137 Yukon Ave. Music will be by the Polka Classics. There will be food, beverages, a silent auction and door prizes. Proceeds will benefit local cancer patients. Cost: $15. Details: Lois Denning, 412-554-7404.

• Greensburg Eastern Star will host a card and game party fundraiser at 1 p.m. July 27 at the Greensburg Masonic Center, 349 Donohoe Road, Hempfield. Cost: $15, includes lunch. Tickets: Nancy Hunter, 724-327-3925.

Health

• An American Red Cross community blood drive will be from 1 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 22, at St. Bruno Church, 1715 Poplar St., South Greensburg. The drive is part of the Eagle Scout project of Emmanuel Knapp. Appointments: 800-733-2767 or visit redcrossblood.org.

Meetings

• The board of trustees at Torrance State Hospital will have an open meeting at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, July 24, in the CEO conference room, first floor, Greizman Building, Route 1014, Derry Township. Details: 724-459-8000.

• Mon Valley Paws will meet 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 22, at the Italian Club, 112 Seventh St., Monessen. New members welcome. Details: 724-314-6571.

Nature

• Westmoreland Woodlands Improvement Association will sponsor a free frog walk from 8 to 9 p.m. July 27 at the Westmoreland Conservation District grounds, 218 Donohoe Road, Hempfield. AAron Capouellez will lead the group. Bring a flashlight, wear hiking boots and be prepared for rain. Reservations required. Reservations: pawoodsandforests.com/events.

Reunion

• The East Huntingdon High School Combined Class Reunion will be Aug. 30 at East Huntingdon Fire Hall, 120 Fire Department Road, Tarrs. Reservation deadline: Aug. 1. This will be the last combined reunion. Details and reservations: 724-832-3765.

Senior citizen news

• Irwin Senior Activity Center, 310 Oak St., will have beach bingo and celebrate July birthdays at 12:15 p.m. Tuesday, July 22. Registration for events and lunch required at least one day in advance. Donations will be accepted for all activities. Details: 724-787-1760.

Veterans news

• Norwin Elks will host a free summer picnic for veterans and active duty personnel, including Reservists and National Guard, and their caregivers from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Aug. 5 at the lodge, 135 Elks Lane, Manor. Reservations required by July 29. Cost: veteran and their caregiver, free; family members, $5 each. Reservations: 724-392-4555, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays.

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