Invitational winners, from left, are Dottie Bitonti-Wissen, Julie Morris, Lori Burns, and Karen Adamcik.

​Library to host variety of activities

     The Carnegie Free Library of McKeesport, 1507 Library Ave. in McKeesport, is offering a variety of events. 

     Sept. 19 - Visit to the Bayernhof Museum. Advance registration is required; space is limited. Details are provided with registration. To sign up, call 412-672-0625 or go to www.mckeesportlibrary.org.

     Tuesdays - Wise Walk continues Tuesdays at 2:30 p.m. in Renzie Park through Nov. 7.

     Tuesdays - New Movie Tuesday at 11 a.m. Snacks are provided.

     Sept. 7 - No Bad JuJu at 7 p.m. in Renzie Park. Presented by the library and The McKeesport Music Club.

     Sept. 8 at the White Oak Branch - Bring your favorite stuffy for a picnic at noon after Story Time. There will be a story read outside and a bird feeder craft. Inform the library of any food allergies. Register at 412-672-0625 or go to www.mckeesportlibrary.org. The White Oak branch is located at 169 Victoria Drive near Heritage Hill Pool.

     Sept. 10 and 24 - Kid's Craft at the Library at 3:30 p.m.

     Sept. 11 - Trail Walk at 3:30 p.m. starting at the light house by the Palisades. Dress for the weather. There will be a light snack. The event is intended for adults. Advance registration is required and can be by calling 412-672-0625 or go to www.mckeesportlibrary.org.

     Sept. 12 - Chocolate Milkshake Day beginning at 3 p.m. until they run out.

     Sept. 13 - Afternoon movie "Lilo and Stitch" at 2 p.m. Snacks and drinks will be provided. To register, call 412-672-0625 or go to www.mckeesportlibrary.org.

     Sept. 14 - Wine n' Canvas event with artist Gigi Copeland at 1 p.m. There will be a themed board and art potluck; those attending should bring a board for everyone to try. The painting techniques are aluminum art and kissing balloons. Registration is required and can be done by calling 412-672-0625 or go to www.mckeesportlibrary.org. 

Fall plant sale set at Garden Club

     The Garden Club of McKeesport, 1400 Pinoak Drive in Renziehausen Park, will have its fall plant and craft sale Saturday, Sept. 6 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be fall plants, floral arrangements and wreaths, pressed flower crafts and bookmarks, and unique items made by club members. For more information, contact the club via email at mckgclub@gmail.com or visit the web site at renzierosegarden.org. 

September 4, 2025

Annual Fun Walk 4 Kane planned

     The 14th annual Joan Burns Kane Foundation Fun Walk 4 Kane is Saturday, Sept. 13 at 9:30 a.m. at Kane Community Living Center McKeesport, 100 Ninth Avenue. Registration begins at 8 a.m.; cost is $25 and proceeds benefit the Kane Foundation. There will be a picnic and prizes after the walk. Registration also can be done at alleghenycounty.us/kane. The Kane Foundation was founded to raise private funds to enhance the quality of life for residents at the Kane sites with special events and extracurricular activities.

YCC Women's 18-Hole Golfers' Ryder Cup winners​

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Send information to mvhappenings@gmail.com. Announcements will be posted for one month.

The YCC Ladies Golf Association  played their Ryder Cup at Youghiogheny Country Club. 
The format was six holes of each of the following: partner better ball, partner alternate shot and partner scramble. Winners were Lori Duncan and Maureen Fiore with a score of 66. Last year's winners were Maureen Fiore and Vickie McDevitt.

September 16, 2025

YCC Women golfers host 'Let's Flamingle' Invitational

     Lots of mingling took place during the Ladies Golf Association of YCC Invitational at Youghiogheny Country Club. Committee members Penny Natale and Vickie McDevitt assisted Chairlady Lynn McHolme in organizing the event. 
Winners of the theme-based "Let's Flamingle" event were Dottie Bitonti-Wissen, Julie Morris, Karen Adamcik and Lori Burns. Skill prize winners for member and guest, respectively, were: Longest putt # 2, Dottie Bitonti-Wissen and Lori Burns; Closest to the pin #5, Joanne McHolme and Bernice Francia; Longest putt #9, Penny Natale and Carol Caruthers; Closest to the pin #13, Donna Massari and Marijo Simon; Closest to the pin #16, Lori Duncan  and Denise Kahler; and Longest putt #18, Sandy Payne and Betty Lee Hancsak.

August 20, 2025

Live Well Allegheny event planned at community garden

     Live Well Allegheny, in conjunction with McKeesport Community Garden and Just Harvest, will host the August Live Well Collaborative Aug. 22 from 10 a.m. to noon at the McKeesport Community Garden, located at the corner of Walnut Street and 13 Avenue in McKeesport. The event is free.

     McKeesport Community Garden will offer a discussion of the garden operates, urban gardening, and opportunities with the community garden. There will be a tour and a time for questions and answers.

    Just Harvest will present an introduction to the Fresh Access initiative and discuss using SNAP and Food Bank benefits at Fresh Access Farmers' Markets. There will be a time for questions and answers.

     The Hydration Station will offer refreshments as well as ways to ReThink Your Drink choices by opting for fruit-infused water alternatives instead of sugar-sweetened beverages. Recipe cards will be available.

     Pennsylvania WIC (Women-Infants-Children) will have a resource table to offer ways to use WIC benefits, the WIC shopper app, how to locate WIC-supported stores, and WIC and Farmers' Market program. Additional health resources will be available.

Fall internship program offered at Heritage Center

     McKeesport Regional History & Heritage Center, 1832 Arboretum Drive in Renziehausen Park in McKeesport, is seeking candidates for its fall internship program. College students, recent graduates and those passionate about history can apply. Interns will receive hands-on experience in archival work, public history, event planning, graphic design and museum curating.

     The deadline to apply is Sept. 1, 2025. Contact the center at info@mckeesportheritage.org or  mckeesportheritage.org or call 412-678-1832.

Multi-group blood drive planned in White Oak

     A blood drive sponsored by the Mon River Fleet, White Oak and McKeesport Lions clubs and the White Oak Rotary Club will be Sept. 17 from 2-6 p.m. at Sampson Mills Church, 1665 Lincoln Way in White Oak; enter through the side door from the parking lot located in the back of the church. Donors will be eligible for a chance to win one of two $10,000 gift cards; those who donate through Vitalant Sept. 8-30 will be eligible for the drawing.

     To schedule an appointment to donate, go to vitalant.org and search with Account Code UC2120033 or by zip code (15131) or call 1-877- 25VITAL. Appointments are recommended.

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August 8, 2025

Library plans August events

     The Carnegie Free Library of McKeesport, 1507 Library Way in McKeesport, will host a variety of events in August. The schedule includes:

     Saturday, Aug. 16 at 1 p.m., Fall Thrift Shop Fashion Show. The collection is inspired by vintage music and upcycled fashions. Anyone interested in participating or donating can contact Mary Rose at 412-672-0625 or bendelm2@einetwork.net.

     Monday, Aug. 18 at 2 p.m., Summer Party Before School Begins. There will be food, games, music, a scavenger hunt and prizes.

     Thursday, Aug. 21 at 1 p.m., Buying a Home. Huntington Bank and Mon Valley Initiative will answer questions for prospective home-buyers. To register, call 412-672-0625 or go to www.mckeesportlibrary.org.

     Friday, Aug. 22 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., National Burger Day. 

     Saturday, Aug. 23 at noon, Virtual Meet and Greet Erica Pullen. Skylar the Penguin will take a magical tour and experience "The Adventures of Pittsburgh.

     For more information, call 412-672-0625 or visit the web site at www.mckeesportlibrary.org.