IN Moon Township Winter 2025 | Page 8

WHAT’ S NEWS IN MOON TOWNSHIP
MOON TOWNSHIP POLICE ON MOUNTAIN BIKE
The Montour Trail that is within Moon Township is now being patrolled by Moon Township Police on mountain bikes. Their presence is adding safety and security for area residents and trail users.
Besides reducing response times for emergencies that sometimes happen on limited-access parts of the trail, it also allows the local police a chance to have more interaction with residents. If you see police officers on the trail, be sure to say hello and thank them for their service!
INCHES NURSERY WILL HAVE FRESH-CUT TREES AND WREATHS
Inches Nursery will offer fresh-cut Christmas trees, wreaths and home decor this holiday season! The nursery can customize the wreaths with accent bows and other decorations upon request. There will also be grave blankets and crosses available, which are also customizable.
Check the website for Holiday Open House dates. This is a fun way to kick off the season with cocoa and cookies while you shop. There may also be a special appearance by St. Nick!
Visit inchesnursery. com for more information.
This year’ s theme is“ PLANT AMERICA for the Next 100 Years.” The poem may be any style and will be judged on title, content and creativity. Poems should be completed by Nov. 14.
Any questions can be emailed to Sandy Hall of the garden club’ s Youth Committee at sandy333lee @ gmail. com.
POETRY AND PLANTS!
The Moon Township Garden Club’ s Youth Committee and the National Garden Club are sponsoring a poetry contest for students in grades K-12, including special education and ESL classes in Moon Area School District.
The first-place winner of the contest will advance to the state level, regional and then national. That student will receive a certificate from the Moon Township Garden Club as well as a monetary award. The winner will be announced in May 2026.
GARDEN CLUB HOLIDAY GREENS & GIFT SHOPPE
The Moon Township Garden Club has a long history of supporting the community. It will hold its annual Holiday Greens & Gift Shoppe on Saturday, Dec. 6, at the Robin Hill Center from 9 a. m. to 3 p. m.
Funds raised from this one-day sale help the garden club offer a scholarship to a Moon graduate, give away plants at the annual Plant Giveaway, and plant and maintain the Fleur de Lune Garden at the Robin Hill Center, among other projects and charitable contributions in the community.
To stay up-to-date with club happenings or to become a member of this rewarding organization, visit moontownshipgardenclub. com.
THANKSGIVING DINNER BEING SERVED!
Coraopolis United Methodist Church is hosting its 13th annual Free Community Thanksgiving Dinner on Nov. 27 at the church from 1 to 3 p. m. No reservations required!
This beloved holiday tradition includes roast turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy, stuffing, sweet potatoes, green beans, cranberries and dessert. The meal is completely free and the event was founded by Jeanne and Randy Cosgrove, who was known as the“ Voice of the Steelers.”
The church continues its mission of serving the community. If you would be interested in volunteering, call 412.264.3727, or send email to office @ coraopolisumc. org. n
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