Community briefs May 6, 2008

May 05, 2008 04:34 pm

— Sharing and Caring sets Disabled Tag Days

MERCER COUNTY — Sharing and Caring for Persons in Need of Mercer County will hold its annual Disabled Tag Days from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday through October at local grocery stores and area businesses.
The group was formed to help those needing major transplants including liver, heart and kidney, and their families, and those with certified disabilities that medical insurance does not cover.
Funds will help with expenses including medical equipment insurance for which insurance will not pay; along with meals, motels, parking and daily expenses while children and adults are hospitalized for long periods.
Donations also are being taken for the group’s main recipient, Vivian L. LaCamera, who also is group president.
Send donations to Mrs. Grace L. LaCamera, 53 Cedar St., Sharpsville 16150
Info: 724-962-1388.
Card shower being held for Ed Bowman

SANDY LAKE — A get-well, cheer-up card shower is being held for Ed Bowman of Sandy Lake, who is home after an extended hospital stay.
Cards can be sent to him at 112 Broad St., Sandy Lake 16145.
Goddard State Park announces programs

SANDY LAKE — Maurice K. Goddard State Park, Sandy Lake, is holding several events this month. Unless otherwise stated, all will meet or start in the marina’s Environmental Learning Classroom. They are:
• “Going Native” — 10:30 to noon Saturday.
• “Bluebirds for Mom” — 2 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday. Cost is $10. Reservations are needed.
• Falling Run trail hike — 10 to 11:30 a.m. May 24 at Falling Run trail head.
• Canoe and kayak hike — 10 to 11:30 a.m. May 25.
• Bike hike — 9 to 11 a.m. May 26.
Registration or info: 724-253-3296.