Magic moments newsletter
June 16, 2011
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Teen M.I.S.S.I.O.N (Making It Safe and Sober In Our Neighborhood)---Safe Communities Team of the MAGIC Collaborative
What’s the big deal about underage drinking? According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, kids who drink are more likely to:
· Be victims of violent crimes.
· Engage in risky sexual behavior
· Have serious problems in school.
· Be involved in drinking related traffic accidents
· Develop alcohol dependence
According to the Pennsylvania Youth Survey (PAYS), Greene County youth age 12-17 reported higher alcohol use than neighboring counties and the state: Roughly 37% reported using alcohol within the past 30 days. Our kids are trying to tell us something. Teen MISSION strives to prevent and/or reduce the early initiation and regular use of alcohol among middle to high school youth. The MAGIC Moments Newsletter gives a complete list of alcohol-free social and recreational opportunities for youth and families. These events and activities provide healthy alternative activities that keep our youth safe and alcohol-free. It is important to promote and participate in community activities that support Our Youth,. Our Neighborhood. Our MISSION.
ANGEL FOOD MINISTRIES:
Are you interested in saving money on your grocery bill? Check out Angel Food Ministry. Once each month, food that is prepaid is brought to Oak View United Methodist Church (160 Rolling Meadows Road, Waynesburg) and Carmichaels UMC Social Hall. The menu changes month to month. If you’ve ordered in the past there have been some changes. Please check it out. You no longer have to buy a regular box before buying a special. Go to www.OakViewUMC.net/angelfood to download our current menu. On that menu are order times and locations. You can also order online. Go to www.angelfoodministry.com . Click on Order online and enter the zip code. Any questions please call 724-833-5115 or email .
Order Deadline: Distribution (9AM to 10 AM):
JUNE 13 JUNE 18
JULY 18 JULY 23
AUGUST 15 AUGUST 20
SEPTEMBER 12 SEPTEMBER 17
OCTOBER 10 OCTOBER 15
NOVEMBER 7 NOVEMBER 12
DECEMBER 5 DECEMBER 10
PRODUCE TO PEOPLE:
June 16th from 10 AM to noon the Produce to People distribution will be held at the Greene County Fairground (this distribution usually falls on the 4th Thursday of the month). Free food distributions are available to all eligible persons. All participants are requested to please bring their own bags or boxes for packing their items. No proof of income or residency is required at this distribution, however everyone must sign a self-declaration of need form at the distribution site. No one may pick up food for another person unless pre-authorized at the Salvation Army. If you have any questions, please call Sister Audrey Quinn at 724-852-1479. (Scheduled dates for 2011: July 28, August 25, September 22, October 27, November 17 and December 22
EMPLOYMENT EXPO:
June 17th from 9 AM to 3 PM the third annual Tri-County Oil and Gas Employment Expo will be held at the Greene County Fairgrounds. This event will feature more than 50 employers seeking employees for jobs ranging from entry level to professional positions including engineers, geologists and health and safety professionals along with clerical and office support, welders, truck drivers and general laborers. Those attending the job fair should bring resumes and dress in interview attire as they may be interviewed on-site for positions. This event is sponsored by the Tri-County Oil & Gas Expo committee and the Pennsylvania CareerLink of Fayette, Greene and Washington counties and the Mon Valley. For more information please call 724-852-2900 Ext. 235 or visit http://www.TriCountyOilandGasExpo.com
GREENE COUNTY DAY CAMP REGISTRATION:
June 17th noon until 3 PM Greene County Day Camp Registration will take place at the following park sites:
- Jefferson Township Park 115 Hatfield Street, Jefferson, PA
- Wana B Park 355 Ceylon Road, Carmichaels, PA
- Lions Club Park 200 E. Roy Furman Highway, Waynesburg, PA
- Mon View Park 355 Stoney Hill Road, Greensboro, PA
- Ryerson Station State Park 361 Bristoria Road, Wind Ridge, PA
GREENE COUNTY POOLS:
v Alpha Aquatic Center 200 E. Roy Furman Highway, Wbg.
Admission is $5 for children age 17 and younger and senior citizens age 62 and older, $7 for adults ages 18 to 61
Hours are noon to 7 PM Sunday through Thursday and noon to 8 PM on Fridays & Saturdays
v Carmichaels Pool 355 Ceylon Road , Carmichaels
Admission is $4 for children age 17 and younger and senior citizens age 62 and older, and $5 for adults ages 18 to 61
Hours are 1 to 7 PM daily
v Mon View Pool 355 Stoney Hill Road, Greensboro
Admission is $2 for children age 17 and younger and senior citizens age 62 and older, and $4 for adults ages 18 to 61
Hours of operation—open daily while the Day Camp Program is in session from June 20 to July 29th; the remainder of summer the pool will only be open on weekends
RYERSON STATION STATE PARK/POOL OPENS:
The pool at Ryerson Station State Park officially opened for the season on June 4th. Throughout the summer the pool will be opened five days a week (closing on Wednesdays and Thursdays). Hours of operation are 11 AM to 7 PM. No admission fee. Location: 361 Bristoria Road in Wind Ridge. For more information please call the park at 724-428-4254 or email to
2ND ANNUAL GREENE RIDE:
June 18th the 2nd Annual Greene Ride (Emergency Responders Standing Together) will begin at Waynesburg Yamaha Dealership (100 Elm Drive, Waynesburg) and end at the Greene County Fairgrounds in Waynesburg. Registration will take place from 10 AM until noon. The ride departs at 12:30 PM. Pre-registration may be done online until June 10th at http://www.Greeneride.com. Checks may be made payable and sent to: 2nd Annual Greene Ride 90 E. High Street, Waynesburg. Cost is $25 for single and $40 for double. For more information please contact: or call 724-998-5613. This event will take place rain or shine. There will be ride t-shirts available, a lunch catered by Julian’s, music by “The Ruff Creek Band” and 50/50 drawings. This is a non-profit event and all proceeds will benefit the family of Sydney Willson.
PADDLE ON THE MON:
June 19th from 1 PM to 4 PM the annual Paddle on the Mon event will begin with everyone meeting at the Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission new boat launch site (across from the Ice Plant Restaurant in Glassworks). From this point, paddlers will travel 3 miles upstream on the Mon River to Old Lock 7, pausing to enjoy the view of various sites along the river. Then the journey will continue across the river by Friendship Hill National Historic Site and go downstream on the Mon and paddle up George’s Creek. From there, paddlers will journey back to the starting point. Fee is $5 to participate. The trip is suited for all levels of paddling experience and is perfect for families of all ages. Only a limited number of canoes and lifejackets are available and everyone is required to pre-register. All participants must wear a lifejacket. Refreshments will be provided. For more information please contact Ralph at 724-942-3210 or visit http://www.natgreene.org
FLASHLIGHT DRAGS:
June 19th from 2 PM to 6 PM (with gate opening at noon) the Greene County Department of Recreation will be hosting Flashlight Drags at the Greene County Airport. Admission is $25 to race and $5 for spectators. This event offers a safe alternative to street racing. For more information please call 724-852-5323. (additional Flashlight Drags will be held on July 10th, September 10th and October 2nd).
SUMMER TENNIS INSTRUCTION:
Camp Dates—Week of June 20 -24 or July 18 -22 Tennis Camp will cost $50 and the fee includes 5 days of instruction plus a camp T-shirt. The classes are held at the Greene County Tennis Courts (located on old Rt. 21 by the Greene County Historical Museum). For more information please contact the Greene County Parks and Recreation Office at 724-852-5323.
Instruction Times:
· Age 8 and under group 8:30 AM – 9:15 AM
· Age 9 – 12 age group 9:30 AM – 10:45 AM
· Age 13 –Adult age group 11:00 AM – 12:15 PM
A CONVERSATION WITH GRANTMAKERS:
June 22nd from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM the Community Foundation of Greene County will be sponsoring “A Conversation with Grantmakers” on the third floor of the Stover Campus Center at Waynesburg University. This event is open to all individuals who are representing nonprofit organizations along with community members who work with, or are interested in learning about grants that would benefit programs/activities in our county. Speakers: Mark Bazzilla of PNC Charitable Trusts, Bettie Stammerjohn of the Community Foundation of Greene County and additional representatives from local & regional foundations and corporate grantmaking entities that support programs in SWPA. There is no fee but registration is required. Please call the Community Foundation of Greene County at 724-627-2010.
DOG SHOW:
June 23 – 26 from 9 AM to 2 PM the annual Mountaineer and South Hills Kennel Clubs Dog Show will be held at the Greene County Fairgrounds. This event will feature indoor and outdoor show rings, Obedience held Friday through Sunday, and “Meet the Breeds” on Saturday at noon. For more information please visit their website at http://www.blackdiamondcluster.com or contact William Guappone at 724-366-1645 or email
DINING WITH DIABETES:
June 24th is the deadline to register for the “Dining with Diabetes Class”. The sessions will take place on July 11, 18, 25 and August 1st from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM and will be held at the Lions Club Park Community Building (Rt. 21/E. Roy Furman Highway in Waynesburg). Dining with Diabetes is a program offered by Penn State Cooperative Extension. It will help you to understand someof the most important thingsyou need to know about how to manage your diabetes. Registered Dieticians/Certified Diabetes Educators will lead discussions addressing: important numbers you need to know, planning healthy meals, healthy food preparation and physical activity. These classes will be offered for four weeks, with a three-month follow up class. Each class will include food demonstrations and tasting, physical activity and ideas to take home. Lab tests will be offered to measure HbA1c and lipid levels. Dining with Diabetes is approved for Act 48 credit.Fee per person is $35; fee per family is $50 and financial assistance is available. Register online with any major credit card at: http://guest.cvent.com/d/zdqyl5 or call toll free at 1-877-489-1398 (8 AM to 5 PM Monday through Friday). After the deadline please contact Carolyn Wissenbach at 724-627-3745 or email
OPEN HOUSE AT OPEN ARMS:
June 24th from 11:30 AM until 3 PM the Open Arms Drop-In-Center will be celebrating their new location with an “Open House” event. Please join them at their new site at 30 N. Washington Street in Waynesburg (right next door to their previous location). Refreshments will be served.
RESPITE EVENT:
June 25th from 6 PM to 8 PM there will be a FREE “Respite” opportunity for parents with children who are in the mental health system (children with a mental health diagnosis, receiving therapy in the home or in outpatient, children receiving medication management etc.). This event will be held at the site of the new Armory (500 Evergreene Drive in Waynesburg –just past the Westmoreland County Community College/Greene County location). Food, games and activities are planned for a fun evening. This event is sponsored by Greene County Human Services, along with the Stern Center for Developmental and Behavioral Health. Registration is required and the DEADLINE TO REGISTER is Wednesday, June 22nd by 4 PM. Please call 724-627-0922 to register.
PURPLE MARTIN FESTIVAL:
June 25th from 10 AM to 4 PM the 6th Annual Purple artin Festival will take place a the Mason-Dixon Park in Mt. Morris, PA. The festival will feature two purple martin houses and one gourd rack. Participants will have the opportunity to see baby martins in various stages of development. For more information please call 304-879-5500 or 724-710-4898 or email or visit their website at http://www.masondixonpark.net.
8th ANNUAL POTLOCK DINNER AND FOLK MUSIC JAM:
June 25th beginning at 5:30 PM the 8th Annual Potluck Dinner and Folk Music Jam at Weatherbury Farm in Avella will take place. Everyone is welcome to attend and admission is your favorite covered dish. This will be an evening of food, music, friends and fun. For more information please call 724-587-3763 or visit their website at http://www.folkmusic.weatherburyfarm.com
POOL PARTIES:
Everyone is invited to attend the following pool parties featuring swimming, food and music. The parties are sponsored by the MAGIC Community Teams (Family Stability and Safe Communities) along with teen M.I.S.S.I.O.N.
v June 27th from 7 PM to 9 PM at Mon View Park in Greensboro (Free)
v July 8th from 7 PM to 9 PM at Carmichaels Pool (Free)
v August 5th from 4 PM to 6 PM at the Alpha Aquatics Center (Waynesburg Pool) -there will be an admission charge($5 for children age 17 and younger and senior citizens 62 and older, and $7 for adults ages 18 to 61) at this location along with FREE food and music.
PAVING THE PATH TO KINDERGARTEN:
June 27 11 AM – 1 PM is the final scheduled date for the remaining FREE session of this special series which has focused on helping to prepare your child for school. The session will be held at the Waynesburg Family Center (1505 Morris Street in Waynesburg) . There will be free books and materials distributed and refreshments will be served. For more information please contact the Family Center at 724-627-3226. These sessions are sponsored by Community Action Southwest and Greene County Early Care & Education Community Engagement Team (a Community Team of MAGIC).
PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB:
June 28th at 7 PM the Greene County Photography Club will meet at the Waynesburg Bible Chapel (800 E. Greene Street, Waynesburg). The club competition this month is wildlife. The program will be on photo file management. New members are always welcome.