KNOX REVITALIZATION PUBLIC MEETING: 6:30 p.m. , Knox Fire Hall, Knox. Christopher Beichner, director of Community Development Northwest Planning Commission is the speaker.

CLARION LIBRARY AFTER SCHOOL CLUB: 4-5 p.m. , Clarion Free Library, Clarion. For children grades 3-6, learn about the library; enjoy crafts, books.

     CLARION FREE LIBRARY STORY TIME: 10-10:45 a.m. , Clarion Free Library, Clarion. For preschool and toddlers.

CLARION COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING: 9 a.m. , commissioner’s conference room, Clarion Co. Courthouse, Clarion. Retirement board to follow meeting.

MOMS IN TOUCH: 9-10 a.m. , Christian Missionary and Alliance Church , Clarion. Prayer group.

March 26

AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE : 9 a.m.-2 p.m. , Union High School Gym, Rimersburg. “Double Red” donation available from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Organized by Union High chapter of National Honor Society.

CLARION FREE LIBRARY TEEN READING PROGRAM: 5-7 p.m. , Clarion Free Library, Clarion. Game night.

BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT GROUP: 10:45-11:45 a.m. , Clarion Hospital Stork Room. Information: 800-262-1DOC.  

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETING: Noon , First Presbyterian Church, State Rt. 66, New Bethlehem . Open discussion.

March 27

CLARION VENANGO FOREST CO. FARM BUREAU SPRING MEETING: 7 p.m. , Salem Community Bldg., Lamartine. Cost: $9 per person (includes braised steak meal); Call 354-2584, 744-9663 or 226-8160 to register.

FREE ECONOMIC STIMULUS PACKAGE REBATE PREPARATION ASSISTANCE: 9-10:30 a.m. , Zion Baptist Church , Reidsburg. No appointments; bring social security cards, social security benefit statement (SSA-1099), wage statement (W-2), pension form (1099R) and other forms showing income received in 2007, tax package from IRS and envelope for mailing. Information: 797-1864, provided by VITA volunteers.

March 28

CLARION FREE LIBRARY PUPPY DOG TALES: 4-5 p.m. , Clarion Free Library. Children of “reading age” read to therapy dogs.

VITA INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. , East Brady Heights , East Brady. Appointment required, call 226-4640.

BINGO: 7 p.m. , Clarion Moose Lodge, 401 Grand Ave. Doors open

at 5:30 p.m. Food and beverages.

March 29

CHARITABLE DEEDS AND SERVICES BENEFIT SPAGHETTI DINNER: 4-7 p.m. , Salem Community Hall, Salem Township . Adults: $7; children: $4; takeouts available. Benefits Brian Whitehill, cancer patient.

TEEN NIGHT CLUB DANCE: 7-10 p.m. , Knox Fire Hall, Knox. For teen in grades 9-12. Single ticket: $5; couple: $8; tickets available at Knox Public Library and at the door. Information: 797-1054; benefits the Knox Public Library.

LUCINDA BASEBALL DANCE: 7:30 p.m. (doors open); 8 p.m. (music), Lucinda Antler Club, Lucinda. Couples: $15; single: $10; tickets at the door. BYOB, mix and snacks provided, must be 21 to attend. Music by DJ Master Blaster.

EDUCATIONAL TALENT SEARCH WORKSHOP: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. , CUP Health Science Education Center , West Main St. , Clarion. “Extreme Makeover: Self-improvement Edition.” Pre-register at 393-2071.

PENNSYLVANIA COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY OPEN HOUSE: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. , Penna. College of Technology , Williamsport . For prospective students and their families, various activities. For more information visit www.pct.edu/openhouse/edu.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: 7-8:30 p.m. First United Methodist Church , Sixth Avenue and Wood Street , Clarion.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETING: 8 p.m. , Corner of Sunny and Lickingville Road , Lickingville. Open discussion.

March 30

FARMINGTON TWP. VOLUNTEER FIRE CO. BREAKFAST: 8 a.m. - noon , Farmington Township Volunteer Fire Co. building, Farmington Township . Adults: $6; children: $3.

March 31

TRAP, NEUTER AND RETURN WORKSHOP: 6-7:30 p.m. , Clarion University Health Science Education Center , 330 Main St. , Clarion. Sponsored by Clarion PAWS; reservations by calling 229-1231 requested.

JOINT OPERATING COMMITTEE MEETING: 7 p.m., school building, 447 Career Road , Shippenville.

CLARION COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY MEETING: 10:30 a.m. , 8 West Main St. , Clarion.

WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP SUPERVISORS MEETING: 7 p.m., municipal bldg, St. Rt. 36.

AL-ANON SUPPORT GROUP: 8 p.m., basement of the Grace Lutheran Church , Madison Street , Clarion (use side entrance). Information: 752-6296.

Announcing…

LEGISLATIVE BREAKFAST WITH THE CANDIDATES: 7:30-9:30 a.m. , Clarion Holiday Inn, Clarion. Candidates for 5^th U.S. Congressional District and 63^rd Legislative District will speak. Advanced tickets: $15; at the door: $20; call 226-9161 for information. 

CUP SWIMMING AND DIVING PROGRAM REGISTRATION: 5:30-7 p.m. , March 25 and 26, W.S. Tippin Gym lobby, Clarion University , Clarion. Lessons begin March 29 and March 31; cost: $75 (weekdays); $60 (Saturdays. No registration over the phone. Information: 393-2457.

BENEFIT BLUES CONCERT: 7 p.m. , April 5, First United Methodist Church , Clarion. Tickets: $20; students and senior citizens: $10, available at the door. Benefits T.J. Wheeler, sponsored by Comcast and United Way of Clarion. Information: 226-8760.

WELLNESS PROGRAM AMBA BLOOD SCREENING: 6-10 a.m. , April 5, Keystone Elementary School , Knox. Cost: $32 includes tests for coronary, liver and kidney disease, anemia, diabetes and other tests. A $5 per person fee to support Knox Lions will be charged. Optional test: prostate (PSA), $25.70; thyroxine, $10; colon rectal kit, $5; and cardio CRP, $25. Call 1-800-234-8888 for an appointment, provide your physicians name and address when calling. Sponsored by Knox Lions Club

PREVENTATIVE HEALTH CLASSES: 6-8 p.m. , April 8, 10, 15, 17, 22 and 24, Brookville Hospital education conference center, Brookville. Programs on healthy lifestyle choices, exercise, diet, osteoporosis medication, stress management and cooking information. Cost: $10 per session, (free to Highmark Insurance participants) registration required at 849-1870 or 849-1880.

VENDORS NEEDED FOR FLEA MARKET/CRAFT SHOW: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. , April 4 and 5, Sigel Civic Center, Sigel. Anyone interested in participating should call Barb at 752-2859.

POND MANAGEMENT WORKSHOP: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. , April 26, Towne Square Conference Center , Titusville . Cost: $10, pre-registration required by April 21, call 676-2832. Program offers tips and advice on common pond problems and proper management.

SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT: 8 a.m. , April 26, Clarion County Park , Shippenville. Entry fee: $150, payout to top three teams. Call 358-2260 to register; deadline, April 12. Benefits Passages.