Mark your calendar to attend the 22nd Annual Lois Orange Ducoeur Breast Cancer Walk. The one-mile walk will be held Saturday, October 11, 2025, at 10:00 AM. This year the event will take place at a new location -- Palmer Park Pavilion #1 in Donora, PA. Registration begins at 9:00 AM with the walk starting at 10:00 AM. A $20 registration fee directly supports breast cancer patients at Penn Highlands Mon Valley by providing much needed comfort items to them. There is no fee for children ages 12 and younger. Gather your friends, family and neighbors; there will be activities for everyone including commemorative ribbons, basket raffle, 50/50, games, prizes and more. Prizes will be awarded for the pinkest outfit and best T-shirt. If you cannot participate in the walk, consider serving as a sponsor or have your business or organization donate a basket for the raffle. This event commemorates Lois Orange Ducoeur, a remarkable woman born in Charleroi in 1911. Lois ...
August 2025 August is here—and we’re deep in the handmade hustle! 🎨 It might still be summer, but behind the scenes at Handmade Arcade, we’re already dreaming in glitter and glue guns. With Holiday Market jurying kicking off this month, we’re deep into prep mode—and excited to introduce you to the folks who will help shape this market's maker lineup! We're also looking ahead with big plans for 2026 markets , growing community programs, and securing the support that keeps HA strong and affordable. This month’s newsletter is packed with goodness: ✨ A membership survey giveaway winner reveal (is it you?!) 🛍️ Your new favorite tool for fall gifting —our year-round Maker Directory 🔍 A behind-the-scenes look at what we’re building this fall Plus, we’ve got new member perks on the horizon, volunteer opportunities, and a spotlight on an amazing new sponsor. Whether you're deep in the studio or soaking up the last of summer, w...