Join CASA of Midwest PA for our 5K Family Fun Run Fundraiser on Saturday, August 23! Lace up your sneakers for a day of fun and community spirit for the whole family, all while supporting a vital cause. All proceeds from this event will support CASA of Midwest PA’s program, enabling us to provide crucial advocacy for these vulnerable children. This advocacy directly impacts the wellbeing of your community! Options for everyone, from seasoned runners to the littlest legs: • 5K Run/Walk: Tackle our scenic 5K course on the beautiful Trout Island Trail! Whether you’re aiming for a personal best or enjoying a leisurely stroll with friends and family, this category is perfect for all fitness levels. • 12 & Under Half-Mile Fun Run: Designed especially for our younger participants, this shorter course is a fantastic way for kids aged 12 and under to get involved and experience the joy of crossing the finish line! Registration/Packet Pickup opens at 9am. 5K starts at 10am. Learn more at casamidwestpa.org/5k

The 7th Annual PV Laker Band Car Show will take place Sunday, August 24 from 1pm to 4pm at Pymatuning Valley High School. The event will raise money for all music programs in grades kindergarten through 12 at the PV Schools. Bring your cars, trucks, jeeps, racers, motorcycles, etc. and show them off to the community. Dash plaques for the first 100 vehicles. Awards voted on by the students and directors include the Freshman, Sophomore, Junior and Senior Class awards, as well as, the Dave Jordan Ugly Duck Award for the most unusual ride and the Marcia R. Hulburt award for the most unique entry, and more. The Car Show also features a performance by the 2025 Laker Gold Pride Marching Band at 3pm. A DJ will be spinning tunes throughout the day. Concessions and clothing will be available for purchase and there will be fundraising opportunities. For more information, contact email Amy at amy.l.blanford25@gmail.com.

It’s a celebration of all things Meadville! Bring the whole family to Celebration Meadville — happening Saturday, August 30th from 10am to 9pm at Diamond Park. Enjoy a full day of free food, live entertainment from 10am to 4pm, and learn about the incredible people, businesses, and organizations that make Meadville such a special place to live. Gospel recording artist Veronica Price will be performing at 10:30am and 3:30pm. Sign up for the Diamond Dunk 3-on-3 basketball tournament, free registration starts at 9am and games run from 10am to 4pm for ages 12 and up. Amazing craft and food vendors from 5pm to 9pm. Celebration Meadville is presented by the Meadville NAACP Chapter 2271.

Chapmanville VFD will have a Ham or Turkey Dinner with all the fixings on Wednesday, September 3rd from 5pm to 7pm. Dine in or take out available. Donation of $12. For more information, contact Bev Sagan at 814-374-4358.

Blessed Dress Homecoming Dress Giveaway will be held Saturday, September 6 from 10am to 12pm at Grace Church of Rocky Grove in Franklin. There will be a large selection of formal dresses and shoes in all style and sizes. If you are in need of a dress for a homecoming dance, come browse the selection and take one home for free. One dress per girl please. For more information, email Sarah at theace_7@hotmail.com.

Head to Kennerdell for Ma and Pa’s Cars for a Cure Event on Saturday, September 6 from 11am to 6pm. Car show, Miss Hot Rod pageant, kids power wheels derby, food and music. Money raised at this event will go to Pittsburgh Cure Sarcoma, a non-profit 501c3 charity. For more information, find the event page on Facebook or email Liza at rangels3@windstream.net.