September
Westmoreland Food Bank “Week of Service” Food Drive — September 1 – 12
Bring your unexpired, non-perishable donations to the our library during the drive. Most desired items= Canned Tuna or Chicken; Peanut Butter; Cereal (preferably whole grain;) Canned Fruits & Vegetables; Macaroni & Cheese; Boxed Meals (Hamburger Helper, etc.;) Canned Meals (Stew, Ravioli, etc)
Note — Seniors and others with special dietary restrictions require low sodium vegetables &
soups as well as fruit in 100% juice or water. Your consideration to these special needs is greatly appreciated.
Evening Book Club — Wednesday, September 16, 6:30 p.m.
“Time of the Child” by Niall Williams. It’s December 1962, Christmas is approaching in the small village of Faha, Ireland and the most exciting thing for most is television is coming. For the town doctor and his adult daughter, the big project is hiding a foundling baby from everyone else — while others are busily trespassing to get branches of holly from their holly bush — the only one in area with berries. A gentle heartwarming read that will make you wish you could go back and time and live in this rainy town for just a few days.
Jewelry Sale — Saturday, September 19, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.; Monday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Jewelry Sale opens on Saturday morning with hundreds — maybe make that a thousand options donated by our patrons and neighbors. Sale continues on Monday but no Tuesday option this year. Donation gratefully accepted in advance of the sale
“Skip the Stove” at 1933 Grill — Tuesday, September 22, 4 – 9 p.m.
Support the efforts of our Friends of the Library when you dine out at our Broad Avenue neighbor, 1933 Grill. Between 4 – 9 p.m. a portion of your food and beverage check will be donated. No need to show a coupon or mention it to the server — just show up with an appetite!
October
BVPL Basket Raffle — October 1 – 10
October 1 we’ll start our annual Basket Raffle in library during library hours. Full options will be on view at the NBV Community Fest on October 10, 3 – 7 p.m. at Community Bank Park. We’ll draw winners at 6:15 and you need not be present to win.
November
Books & Bakes — Tuesday, November 3 (Election Day) times TBA
Our book sale / bake sale will be back for a third year! More details to follow but remind yourself now to come hungry for sweet treats and something good to read.
Fayette Gives — Thursday, November 5, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Donate online that day to any of more than 100 local charities and institutions, our library being one of them, and a 10% boost will be applied to the donations. You can also donate in advance by check (checks must be received at the Community Foundation of Fayette County by 11/5/2026, not just postmarked. BVPL will have donation forms available by mid September for those who wish to mail the donation.
The Newlanders performance — Saturday, November 7, 1 p.m.
Celebrate Pennsylvania’s 250th Anniversary with Stories and Songs! Come see Paula Purnell and fellow NewLanders band member Gerard Rohlf. During this one-hour program, Paula and Gerald will take audiences on a musical tour, highlighting songs written by and about the inhabitants of Western PA, including native Seneca people, early European settlers and workers of the industrial age. Playing a variety of instruments and telling fascinating stories along the way, this joyful presentation will provide lots of opportunities for interaction and singing along. Program will be held at First Presbyterian Church on Fayette Ave. not at the library.