Discover vernal pools on walk at Jennings

Find out how a puddle provides biodiversity at 2 p.m. April 6 at Jennings Environmental Education Center, 2951 Prospect Road, Slippery Rock. Registration is needed by March 31.

Jennings staff will lead a walk, allowing participants to observe the species that thrive in vernal pools and examine why these special spots are important. Vernal pools are home to amphibians like the spotted salamander and wood frog.

This Nature Detectives program is designed for families with children ages 6 and older, or for anyone young at heart. To attend, regsiter by March 31 by calling 724-794-6011.

Fashion show/luncheon is ‘Tribute to Broadway’

Reservations are needed by April 3 for the GFWC Grove City Woman’s Club’s annual fashion show and luncheon, planned for noon April 19 at Legacy Banquet Center. This year’s theme is a “Tribute to Broadway.”

Fashions will be presented by Prime Outlets at Grove City. Ticket prices are $16 for adults and $10 for children and are available from any club member or by calling 724-458-6169. Deadline for reservations is April 3.

Join us for a pleasant afternoon of good food, friendly company, the newest fashion trends for spring, and door prizes and gifts. Proceeds are used to provide an award to a graduating high school senior and to support local organizations.

Knights of Columbus offer ‘gun bash’ raffle

The Knights of Columbus of Grove City will have a “gun bash” raffle from noon to 6 p.m. April 5 at the hall, located next to Church of the Beloved Disciple on Route 208 west of Grove City.

Guns and bows to be raffled include: Ruger M77 Hawkeye, choice of caliber; CZ 513 Basic .22-caliber bolt rifle; Mossberg 505 Youth 20-gauge pump; Marlin Model 336w 30-30 Win.; Parker Buckhunter XP compound bow; Savage Stevens rifle, choice of caliber; Traditions Deer Hunter 50-cal redi-pack; Walther P22 semi-automatic pistol; Marlin 925 .22-caliber rifle; Remington 870 Pump; Parker crossbow; Traditions Deer Hunter 50-cal redi-pack; Taurus 85 .38 special; Mossberg 500 Combo 20-gauge youth or adult; and Weatherby Vanguard Syn, choice of caliber.

Tickets are $25 each and are available by calling Al Bonanni at 724-498-7694.

Sandwiches and beverages will be available.

Guns may be picked up at Maurer’s Trading Post, 1696 Pittsburgh Road, Franklin (814-437-9570).

Winner is responsible for processing fees. Subject to all state and federal laws.