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NOVEMBER & DECEMBER 2019   |   No. 184



TOWNSHIP NEWS   
BRADY'S RUN RECYCLING CENTER     
The Recycling Center re-opened October 21 with NEW operating hours: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Wednesday noon to 5 p.m. and every 3rd Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to noon.  The Center will be closed on Friday.  Recyclable items include:  corrugated cardboard, tin cans, polystyrene, used motor oil, e-waste, mixed paper, scrap metal, yard waste, glass bottles and jars, plastic bottles and textiles/fibers.
LOCAL EVENTS  
NOVEMBER 11  A Veterans Day Parade will be held in Beaver Falls.  Plan to participate or attend to honor all who have served.  Parade begins at 10:30 a.m.
NOVEMBER 23  The Tusca Ridge Garden Club will hold their Annual Bounty & Greens Sale between 9 a.m. and noon at the Beaver United Methodist Church, 345 College Avenue, Beaver.  Admission is free.  Fantastic prices on wreaths, live garland roping, and custom decor handmade from a variety of greens.  To pre-order fresh roping and wreaths call Judy Robertson at 724-728-5856.
NOVEMBER 28 Beaver Girls Basketball will hold their 3rd Annual Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk on Thanksgiving Day at 9 a.m.  $25 entry until November 7 and $30 November 8 - November 28.  8 a.m. same day registration. Visit bobcatsturkeytrot.com for more information.
NOVEMBER 28 - DECEMBER 1, DECEMBER 6 - 8 and 13 - 15 The 30th Annual Christmas Extravaganza will be held at Brady's Run Park weekdays 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays noon to 9 p.m.  This event features a variety of beautifully decorated trees, train display, gift shop, pony rides, light show, chainsaw carving and so much more!  Adults $7, seniors $6 and children 6 - 12 $4.
NOVEMBER 29 The Beaver Light Up Night will be held in the Business District.  Enjoy an evening of holiday entertainment and attractions featuring the annual holiday parade followed by train rides, carriage rides and much more.  Watch some of the best holiday entertainment on the main stage located on College Avenue and get pictures with Santa at the gazebo.  Grab a hot chocolate or some s'mores while you browse the wonderful shops.  Stay to enjoy the fireworks at the end of the evening!  Held from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
NOVEMBER 30  Extravaganza's Breakfast with Santa will be held at Brady's Run Park Lodge from 8:15 a.m. to 11 a.m.  Enjoy breakfast with our special guests like Rudolph, Frosty, The Chipmunks, the Grinch and more!  Santa will be waiting for you in Santa Land to give you a special treat.  Reservations are required by calling 724-201-1797.  $10 children ages 4+, 3 and under free.
NOVEMBER 30 Small Business Saturday takes place in the Business District, Beaver.  Start your day at the West-Aircomm welcome station for hot chocolate and to pick up your shopping pass for a chance to win great prizes from some of your favorite local businesses.  Event takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

BEAVER AREA MEMORIAL LIBRARY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
For details on events call the Library: 724-775-1132
ANNUAL FALL FUNDRAISER - NOVEMBER 2 
 
This popular event is scheduled for Saturday, November 2 at the Beaver Library beginning at 6:30 p.m. The 2019 theme is "Traditions", which will celebrate those special events and activities which have become an important part of our lives.  Keeping with this theme, raffle baskets and silent auction items will be featured throughout the building.
 
A variety of items will be sold on a cash basis in the two boutiques.   
 
Tickets are available at the library for $12 each, or they may be purchased at the door for $15 on November 2.  The price of the ticket includes a delicious variety of hot and cold appetizers, petite desserts, punch and a coffee and tea bar provided by Cafe Kolache.
 
Tickets for raffle baskets will be on sale closer to the event as well as 50/50 raffle tickets.   
 
Everyone is invited to attend this fun-filled event.  See you at the Beaver Library on November 2! 
 
 

BROWN BAG BOOK CLUB  meets on the third Friday of the month from noon - 1:00 p.m. Open to Everyone.
QUILTER'S GROUP  meets the fourth Wednesday of the month from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Open to Everyone.
KNIT & CROCHET CLUB  meets every Thursday from 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. making items to sell to support library programs.

SHOW & CONCERT SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

OCTOBER 4 - 20  Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center presents Matilda The Musical.  Be inspired by the story of an extraordinary little girl who proves that with courage and cleverness you can do anything you put your mind to.  Based on the beloved Roald Dahl novel, Matilda will thrill audiences of all ages with high-energy singing and dancing and inspire you to take your destiny into your own hands.  Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 2:00 p.m. on Sundays.
OCTOBER 15  The Beaver Valley Community Concert Association presents Savannah Jack at the Beaver Falls Middle School Auditorium.  Savannah Jack returns with a new program of country, pop, and rock party hits.  These versatile musicians infuse their individual style to collectively create that signature Savannah Jack sound.  The group is led by the dynamic and energetic lead singer, Don Gatlin.  Concert begins at 7:30 p.m.  For more information call Jean at 724-869-8507.
NOVEMBER 5  The Beaver Valley Community Concert Association presents Salute to Glen Campbell.  Glen Campbell remains one of America's best-loved and respected country/pop artists of all times.  Relive the Glen Campbell experience as told by his right-hand man and bandleader for 15 years, Jeff Dayton.  Jeff includes stories behind the hit songs and an intimate reflection of a music icon.  Concert is held at the Beaver Falls Middle School Auditorium at 7:30 p.m.  Call Jean at 724-869-8507 for more information.
NOVEMBER 8 - 10, 14 - 17, 22 - 24 Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center presents Clue on Stage.  Was it Miss Scarlet in the ballroom with the lead pipe or Colonel Mustard in the study with the candlestick?  Based on the cult classic film and the popular board game, Clue is the whodunit comedy that will leave you guessing until the very end.  Shows are at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays.
NOVEMBER 14 - 17, 21 - 24  Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center presents Disney Frozen Jr.  Do you want to build a snowman?  Loaded with the magic and adventure you and your family have come to love, Disney's Frozen Jr. brings Anna, Elsa, Olaf and friends to life.  Featuring all your favorite songs and new ones you'll surely come to love, this show is a must see.  7:30 p.m. shows Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.  2 p.m. shows Saturdays and Sundays. 

NOVEMBER 15 - 16, 21 - 23  The Beaver Bobcat Players present A Streetcar Named Desire at the Ed Schaughency Theater at the Beaver Area High School.  The setting is the sultry French Quarter of New Orleans, circa 1950.  Blanche DuBois, a fading Southern belle, arrives at her newlywed sister's ramshackle flat in hopes of finding shelter from a tempestuous past.  But instead she finds her sister's gruff, brutal husband, Stanley Kowalski, and a provocative dance of forbidden desire soon begins.  The Bobcat Players are proud to present this classic tale of smoldering passions, repressed longings and broken dreams that has become a giant of the American theater.  The subject matter of this performance is suitable for ages 16+.  Show times are at 7:30 p.m.

DECEMBER 12 - 15  Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker takes place at Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center.  The magic of Lincoln Park's longest running holiday tradition is better than ever with this year's The Nutcracker.  New choreography and exciting scenic elements make this Tchaikovsky classic the perfect addition to your holiday season.  Show times are Thursday and Friday at 7:30 p.m; Saturday 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and Sunday 2 p.m.

SPORTS
Visit the Beaver Area School District's web site  for school sports schedules:


MEETINGS
NOVEMBER 4                        
Planning Commission Meeting 
7:30 p.m. Municipal Building

NOVEMBER 12          
Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 
7:00 p.m. Municipal Building
 
NOVEMBER 18                         
Sewage Authority Meeting
6:45 p.m. Municipal Building
 
NOVEMBER 18                
Municipal Authority Meeting
8:00 p.m. Municipal Building   
    
DECEMBER 2                          
Planning Commission Meeting 
7:30 p.m. Municipal Building
 

DECEMBER 9              
Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting 
7:00 p.m. Municipal Building  
 
DECEMBER 16       
Sewage Authority Meeting
6:45 p.m. Municipal Building 
   
DECEMBER 16                    
Municipal Authority Meeting
8:00 p.m. Municipal Building
 


NOTEWORTHY
This e-news is to provide information on events of interest in Brighton Township, the Beaver Area School District and our neighboring communities.  Information on other events in Beaver County can be found on the Beaver County Recreation & Tourism web site at visitbeavercounty.com .

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