The Teen Advisory Board of the Butler Area Public Library will host an after school snack attack from 3 to 4:45 p.m. Tuesday for students in grades 7 to 12.

The event will include snacks and a discussion of upcoming library programs.

For more information, call 724-287-1715, Ext. 717 or e-mail lcampbell@bcfls.org.

Vendors and crafters are needed for the following fall craft shows.Freeport Library fall craft show, Oct. 3, Laube Hall, Freeport. Information: 724-295-3616.Rainbow Animal Refuge Halloween Howl, Oct. 16. Cost: $10 per space. Open to crafters and home sales consultants. Information: 724-282-4642.Craft and Flea Market, Oct. 2, White Oak Springs Church. Information: 724-865-9412.Unionville Craft Fair, Oct. 9, Unionville Grange. Cost: $10 table. Information: 724-283-5129.Holiday festival and craft show, Nov. 27, Hill United Presbyterian Church. Information: Dolly Fetterman, 724-287-5427.

SAXONBURG - The Butler Singles will host a potluck dinner at 7 p.m. Monday at Saxonburg Memorial Church, Main Street.For more information, send an e-mail to emwrnc@aol.com.

To celebrate the opening of their new Butler office, the Concordia Visiting Nurses will host an open house from noon to 6:30 p.m. Thursday at the office, 1312 N. Main St. Ext.The event will include free health and osteoperosis screenings from noon to 4 p.m., refreshments and door prizes.An Applefest will begin at 6:30 p.m. at the orchard. The festival will include apple dumplings and entertainment. Reservations are required for this event.For more information or reservations, call 724-285-4490.

The Butler Outdoor Club is seeking nominations of individuals or groups for its annual Outstanding Contribution Award.The award recognizes enthusiasts, educators or environmentalists who promote the environment.The winner and four finalists will be honored with a cash award for their organization during a dinner on Nov. 13.Nominations should include specific information about the nominee's activities and why he or she should be recognized.Nominations can be sent to the Butler Outdoor Club, P.O. Box 243, Butler, PA 16003 by Friday. For more information call 724-285-5618.

The Baltimore Life Companies are now accepting applications from non-profit organizations in Butler County for $500 grants.Special consideration will be given to projects and programs that deal with family, safety and community issues.Grant applications are due Oct. 8 and are available online at www.baltlife.com/site/a_grants.html. Applications are also available at the regional office at 127 Oneida Valley Road.

Notices, in writing, of festivals, fund-raising events, newly elected officers and other news from clubs and non-profit groups should be sent to the Focus department one week in advance of the event. Items should include the name and phone number of the person providing the information and be sent to Focus, Butler Eagle, P.O. Box 271, Butler, PA 16003.