YOUNGWOOD
COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER
Issue #1 “Happy St. Patrick‘s Day” March 1, 2011
From the Editor’s desk
PREIMARY ELECTION: All candidates running for Youngwood Borough Council are invited to submit a brief comment in this publication in April or May. Basic information and your personal opinion on community needs for the residents to get to know you. Info must be received by the 20th of the month.
The “Wearing of the Green” is symbolic of St. Patrick and the luck of the Irish, but green is also the color symbolizing other things in our lives. Just think of the first signs of spring when the bright green sprouts of the daffodils, tulips, and other bulbs start peaking through the ground. Green is also the color that represents good health and new beginnings in the medical fields, and it is the color used in our churches during “Ordinary Time” which are the Sundays between Lent , Advent and other significant biblical events. I guess we can’t forget that green is the color of money, which we need to put a roof over our heads and food on our tables. But I think for many of us there is always the “green, green grass of home” which is where our hearts will always remain. Because; this is where we were raised and/or raised our children, and it is where our families and friends gather now. Home is where loving couples begin their new lives together and go on to raise their families, enjoy grandchildren, and continue on to enjoy the fruits of their labors. So wear green anytime you want to, and just enjoy each day as it comes where ever you are and who ever you‘re with. Live in the moment ! MAK
YOUR GOVERNMENT AT WORK
February Council Meeting
Youngwood Borough Council held their regular monthly Council Meeting on Monday February 7, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. Reflective house numbers will be available for residents to order through the Borough at their own expense at a discounted price. All orders are to be prepaid. An order sheet will be available at the borough office for residents to fill out. A warning was issued to residents to be cautious when answering your doors. Companies such as the utility companies all have proper identification and uniforms. If you have any doubt at all about someone at your door or in your neighborhood call the police immediately. It’s better to be safe then sorry. Anyone going door to door must have a permit from the borough office to do so. Don’t take chances; keep your doors locked and call the borough office and check with them. A preliminary list of streets to be repaired was submitted to council for 2011 road work. The PSAB Annual Conference attendance was approved for those who wish to attend in April. The Youngwood Volunteer Fire Dept. Activity list was submitted and approved.
March Agenda Meeting
Youngwood Borough Council will hold their monthly Agenda Meeting on Monday, February 28, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. for general discussion and any public hearings.
YOUNGWOOD BOROUGH Regular Council Meeting, Monday, March 6, 2011 at 7:00 p.m.
YOUNGWOOD BOROUGH April Agenda Meeting, Monday, March 28, 2011 at 7:00 p.m.
YOU, THE RESIDENTS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME AND INVITED TO ATTEND THESE MEETINGS.
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Mary Ann Klingensmith, Editor Kris Long, Co-editor
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COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS
Youngwood Volunteer Fire Dept www.youngwood fire.com
SUNDAY EVENING DANCING music provided by a D.J. from 6 to 10 p.m. on March 20 and April 20.
WEDNESDAY EVENINGS live bands play music from the Big Band Era, 7:30-10:30 p.m.
SATURDAY EVENING dance with Saddle Up on Saturday, March 5 and The Dallas Marks Band on Saturday, April 2. THE ANNUAL GUN BASH will be held on Saturday, March 26, Tickets are available from any Firemen, the cost is $20 and includes food, beverages, and prizes, and doors will open at 12:30. The Youngwood Hose Co. will host a banquet for the Westmoreland County Firemen’s Association on March 11, 2011 honoring the children who won the annual essay contest for fire prevention. The Youngwood Volunteer Hose Co. #1 has answered 67 calls by February 18, 2011. The firemen will be attending seminars for Hazmat Recertification on March 8 and 10.
SPECIAL EVENT: The Firemen’s Ladies Auxiliary will be holding a CARD PARTY on Thursday, April 14 from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. For more information call Faith at 724-925-7735.
Please continue to support our annual fund drive now going on.
Hempfield Garden Club
The Garden Club will meet on Thursday, March 3 at 11 AM at Christ United Methodist Church, Youngwood. Following the business meeting and lunch, Dr. Xuri Zhang, head of the Horticulture Department at WCCC, will be our guest speaker. Dr. Zhang will speak on Spring planting, and is sure to be full of valuable information as we near planting time. Guests are welcome to attend by calling 724-635-0339. GARDEN HINT: For those of us who live here in the Northeast, our cool-season spring gives us an opportunity to plant some perky early-bird bloomers. Try primrose, pansy, English daisy, wallflower, poppy, stock, snapdragon, calendula, and alyssum - they are appearing in garden centers now. Plant these tough guys in pots or in the garden as soon as soil thaws
Youngwood Area Library
Library hours are: Monday and Thursday, 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. & Tuesday and Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Library Story Time for 3-5 year olds with Miss Lynn will be held at the Youngwood Area Library on Thursdays March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 and April 7, 14, 21, 28 at 10:30 am and 1:00 pm. Please call the library at 724-925-9350 to sign up for morning or afternoon program
Youngwood Area Revitalization & Development
There are still a few Community Cookbooks left and are available at Adam’s Hardware, Bayer’s Pharmacy, Hepler’s Hardware, the Youngwood Library, Youngwood Borough Office, The Hair Station, and Cyber Depot. The books are $10 each.
The next community event that YARD will be sponsoring is the ANNUAL COMMUNITY YARD SALE to be held on Saturday, June 11, 2011. People from far and wide look forward to our annual event. It is a fund raiser for our organizations and churches. Churches and organizations will receive information in the mail. Residents may put their names, phone numbers, address, and three items for sale on a slip of paper plus $2 to cover publicity and drop it off at the boro office. Checks payable to YARD.
Animal Friends of Westmoreland
The Animal Friends of Westmoreland will be selling Fund Raising Coupon Tab booklet 2011 for $5.00. Coupons for Participating Merchants can be purchased at The Animal Friends of Westmoreland, 216 Depot St, Youngwood 724-925-2555, from Danna at 724-925-3906, or Franny 724-832-3406. SECOND ANNUAL CASH BASH for animals will be held at Lakeview Lounge on Saturday, March 26. Event starts at 6 p.m. $30 per ticket. Only 333 tickets sold, 3 numbers per ticket, need not be present to win. Tickets at Animal Friends, Platinum Salon and Spa, Pepperwood Grill, Dogs by Design, and Nelson Chiropractic.
CHURCH NEWS & EVENTS
Christ United Methodist Church-724-925-2881
Monday Night Books: March 7, "In Sunlight, I a Beautiful Garden" by Kethleen Cambor
April 4, "The Stranger Beside Me" by Ann Rule. We meet @ 6:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall
March 12, 11-3 , Burger Bash: Burgers, French Fries, Dessert & Beverage for $5.00 and at 5:00 PM Skaterz gathering, Skate boarders of all ages are welcome, Free food, Gospel message, prizes and lots of time to skate. March 26: PANCAKE & SAUSAGE BREAKFAST will be held from 8-11
March 18 and 19: TWOgether Pittsburgh Marriage Enrichment Workshop to be held at The Courtyard Marriott in Greensburg. Friday evening from 6-9 and Saturday from 9-3. This is a FREE event. Friday snacks along with Saturday breakfast and lunch are included. Lodging is available upon request. A stipend for child care is also included. For more information phone Susan Murphy @ 724-925-2881
First Trinity United Church of Christ-724-925-7043
Sunday Services at 11 a.m. In February parishioners collected soup for the Youngwood Food Bank in honor of the “Super Bowl”. Watch our sign for listings of future events and inspiring messages.
Holy Ascension Serbian Orthodox Church
Beginning March 11 the church will be offering their famous FISH FRY AND PIEROGI SALE every Friday during Lent except Good Friday. Eat-in or Take-out from 12 Noon to 6:00 Frozen pierogi will also be available. Call 724-925-6553 during serving hours to place orders.
Holy Cross Roman Catholic Church-724-925-7811
Ash Wednesday , 8:00a.m., Noon, 7:00p.m. Liturgy of the Word and
distribution of ashes.
The ANNUAL CARD PARTY AND SALAD BAR sponsored by the Holy Cross Women’s Guild on Tuesday, March 8 at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $6.00 For reservations call Eleanor, 724-925-7792.
New Beginning Evangelical Church 724-755-0105
Ash Wednesday Service: 7:00 p.m. "Repent and be faithful to the Gospel"
Wednesday Community Bible Study 7:00 p.m. LIGHTS: Women's Ministry March 5th & March 19th from 9am to 11am. We have completed our Red Cross certification as a church and are ready to serve the community in an emergency.
Saint Luke’s Lutheran Church
Ash Wednesday, 7:30p.m. Communion Service and distribution of ashes
A special 2:00 p.m. Liturgy will be offered on Sunday, March 13, 2011. All are welcome to praise and give thanks to the Lord. This liturgy will take place in our additional worship site, in our church hall, which is handicap accessible.
Saint Paul United Methodist Church
Ash Wednesday Service at 7:30 p.m.
Our final SOUP SALE of the year will be Saturday, March 19, from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m.
Vegetable Beef - $4.00/quart - Chicken Noodle - $3.50/quart - Bean w/Ham - $3.50/quart - Bread - $2.00/loaf. Please place orders by Monday, March 14, by calling Mary Hudson @ 724-837-1647
Youngwood Lenten Luncheon Schedule
March 16 Holy Cross Catholic Church
March 23 St. Paul's United Methodist Church
March 30 New Beginnings Evangelical Church
April 6 Holy Ascension Serbian Orthodox Church
April 13 Christ United Methodist Church April 20 Holy Week First Trinity UCC
The luncheons start at 12 noon and a free will offering will be collected.
SPECIAL EASTER EVENTS
Community Choralers Easter Concert April 17
The Community Choralers will present AMAZING GRACE
- MY CHAINS ARE GONE on Palm Sunday, April 17, 2011,
7:30 PM at Christ United Methodist Church, 100 Lincoln Street,
Youngwood PA. The inspiration for the music is explained
within the rehearsal books: "Freedom - true freedom - I
s found only in Jesus Christ. . For additional information,
please call the church at 724-925-288
April 22, 2011, Good Friday Community Service will also be
at Christ United Methodist Church
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