Upcoming events.
Just For You Box Campaign Collection
This campaign is centered on curating uplifting gift boxes for women in our community. The boxes will then be distributed throughout the month of March. International Women’s Day is celebrated worldwide to honor the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women across the world. The day also serves as a focal point for women’s rights and a call to action to advance women’s equality.
Fall in Love with Your Business Part Two
Fall in love with your business dreams! Whether you have a passion project or a brilliant idea, this virtual follow up class will guide you through the essentials of making your business successful. Join Kristina Rugh, owner of HLC Bookkeeping and Office Services, as she lends her expert tips and strategies to keep your business thriving.
YWCA International Women Celebrating International Women's Month
Join the YWCA International Women’s Group for the first gathering of the year to celebrate International Women’s Month.
Thanks to our friends at the Westmoreland Museum of American Art we have been invited to tour their new exhibit entitled “Our Own Work, Our Own Way: Southern Modern Women Artists.”
Senior Independence Workshop
This workshop is to offer services to senior citizens to increase independence and provide resources to enable them to be interactive within their community and receive assistance.
Each service provider will give a 20-minute presentation discussing the services offered. Q&A opportunity will be available prior to closing out the presentation.
Fall in Love with Your Business Part One
This Valentine’s Day, fall in love with your business dreams! Whether you have a passion project or a brilliant idea, this virtual introductory class will guide you through the essentials of starting your own business on the state and federal level. No prior experience needed—just bring your ambition and let’s make your business dreams come true!
Galentine's Day Get-Together
YWCA Westmoreland County is hosting for local area Women Veterans a Galentine's Day Get-Together.
Join us for connection, coffee, camaraderie, cookies, conversation, and crafts as we honor and celebrate the women who have sacrificed for our country.
We are pleased to have Dorey Stabile representing Women Veterans Health Outreach with VA Pittsburgh at this gathering.
This event is sponsored by Wounded Warrior Project.
Galentine's Paint Your Heart Out Party
Grab your besties and join us for a fun-filled evening of creativity and laughs at our Galentine's Painting Class! Whether you're a seasoned artist or just here for the fun, it's all about celebrating friendship and letting your creativity shine.
Let's paint, drink coffee, and celebrate the love and laughter we share with our gal pals.
Proceeds from this event go to empower women and eliminate racism, as we must meet our community where they are most vulnerable and provide the compassion and services that place them on a path to self-sufficiency and prosperity.
Invite your favorite ladies and let’s make this Galentine's one to remember!
Pay-It-Forward Chili Challenge
Join Feeding the Spirit and YWCA Westmoreland County as we partner to offer a friendly chili cook-off fundraiser. Local restaurants will bring their famous chili to share with the community. After tasting each chili, participants will have the chance to select their top 3 winners. The final winners will be recognized at the event. Proceeds benefit Feeding the Spirit and YWCA Westmoreland County.
Shop Secure - A Cybersecurity Event
The YWCA Westmoreland is proud to partner with S&T Bank to offer this valuable cybersecurity event. This will focus on staying safe while shopping online.
Community Day Martin Luther King Jr. Day Open House
During the celebration, YWCA staff will be present with cards stating “Unity Is” for community members to sign. In recognition of the National Day of Healing, please write down your thoughts about what unity means to you. This is a time to for all community members to openly discuss the ways in which racism has harmed them in pursuit of restoring wholeness and cultivating trust. The National Day of Racial Healing is a call for communities to imagine a world free of racism and discrimination and determine changes that must be made to active racial equality. Thoughts will be posted in the YWCA Founder’s Room until the end of Black History Month (February 28, 2025).
YWCA Westmoreland County Art Contest
Deadline HAS BEEN EXTENDED Friday, February 14, 2025
Closed on New Year's Day
🎉✨ Happy New Year from all of us at YWCA Westmoreland County! ✨🎉
As we ring in 2025, we're filled with gratitude for the amazing moments and milestones of the past year. Thank you to our incredible staff, volunteers, and supporters who made it all possible. 💫
Here’s to a new year of growth, success, and exciting opportunities ahead! We can’t wait to continue working together and achieving even greater things in 2025. 🥂
Wishing everyone a year filled with happiness, health, and prosperity. Let’s make it the best one yet! 🎆🎉
YWCA Holiday Break
The season of joy, laughter, and relaxation is finally here!
We’ve accomplished so much together, overcoming challenges, celebrating milestones, and growing stronger as a team. Your contributions have made all the difference, and we are so proud of what we have achieved. Thank you for your unwavering commitment, your innovative ideas, and for always going above and beyond. We are beyond excited for the future and look forward to continuing this journey with all of you.
Wishing you all a restful and joyful holiday season, and here’s to another year of success and growth together!
Virtual QuickBooks Online
Get your finances in order this holiday season and learn to use QuickBooks with confidence! In this class you will set up a company, learn how to add customers and venders, banking, credit cards, sales tracking, document payments, make deposits and pay bills.
This class is provided by our friends at HLC Office & Bookkeeping Services located in Jeannette.
Join us from the comfort of your home or office on FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13 FROM 1 PM-3 PM
Register today for only $20! Call 724-834-9390!
Holiday Evening Gathering for International Women and their Families
Please join the group on Friday, December 6 at 6 pm for a Holiday Evening Gathering for International Women and their Families.
Giving Tuesday
We invite you to join us on Tuesday, December 3 for a day of generosity, kindness, and giving back to YWCA Westmoreland. We hope we can count on your support this year. Every gift matters because every gift has an impact on the women and their families in order for them to achieve their full potential.
Closed for Black Friday
We will be CLOSED this Black Friday to allow our team some well-deserved time off to recharge and spend time with loved ones. 🖤
We hope you enjoy the holiday weekend, and we'll be back soon, ready to serve you!
Closed for Thanksgiving Day
🦃 Happy Thanksgiving from YWCA Westmoreland County! 🍂
We hope you all enjoy a wonderful holiday filled with family, friends, and plenty of good food! 🍽️ Please note that our office will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, November 28, so we can enjoy the holiday with loved ones.
Bridge Lessons for Beginners
🃏✨ Join Our Beginner Bridge Lessons! 🃏✨
Are you ready to dive into the world of bridge? Whether you’re looking to make new friends or challenge your mind, our beginner lessons are perfect for you!
In these fun, friendly sessions, you'll learn the basics of bridge, including rules, bidding, and strategy. No prior experience is needed—just a willingness to learn!
👉 Sign up today!
Call YWCA at 724-834-9390 to register
Bridge Lessons for Beginners
🃏✨ Join Our Beginner Bridge Lessons! 🃏✨
Are you ready to dive into the world of bridge? Whether you’re looking to make new friends or challenge your mind, our beginner lessons are perfect for you!
In these fun, friendly sessions, you'll learn the basics of bridge, including rules, bidding, and strategy. No prior experience is needed—just a willingness to learn!
👉 Sign up today!
Call YWCA at 724-834-9390 to register
Thankful for 65 Years of Empowering Women Donation Drive
As we enter into a season of being thankful, we ask you to join us as we kick-off "Thankful for 65 Years of Empowering Women Donation Drive."
Starting Monday, November 11 through Friday, November 15 the YWCA will be collecting items to support Feeding the Spirit and Westmoreland Food Bank
Please see the flyer with more information about the items being accepted.
Thank you so much for your consideration!
Bridge Lessons for Beginners
🃏✨ Join Our Beginner Bridge Lessons! 🃏✨
Are you ready to dive into the world of bridge? Whether you’re looking to make new friends or challenge your mind, our beginner lessons are perfect for you!
In these fun, friendly sessions, you'll learn the basics of bridge, including rules, bidding, and strategy. No prior experience is needed—just a willingness to learn!
👉 Sign up today!
Call YWCA at 724-834-9390 to register
College Panel discussion entitled “The Westmoreland Experience”
The idea behind this discussion is to provide the opportunity to invest in student’s equity and educate the community on the struggles as well as the positive experiences minorities face in the community of Westmoreland County.
YWCA & Blackburn Center Event
This two-part series is to raise awareness to end gender-based violence.
YWCA & Blackburn Center Event
This two-part series is to raise awareness to end gender-based violence.
YWCA Girls in Pearls Sapphire Soiree Fashion Show
The 2024 YWCA Westmoreland County Girls in Pearls: Sapphire Soiree Fashion Show will take place at Rizzo's Malabar Inn Banquet Facility in Crabtree on Monday, October 21, from 5:30-8:30 pm.
This year's Fashion Show is the "Birthday Edition," as the YW celebrates 65 years as an organization!
Our evening will feature a trendy fashion show starring the clients, customers, and friends of the YWCA decked out in chic styles from the YWCA Thrift Shop. Delectable hors d'oeuvres, a cash bar, and an exquisite dinner complete the celebration.
https://ywcagirlsinpearlssapphiresoireefashionshow.eventbrite.com
Empowering Women Self-Love Celebration
Join us for an evening of relaxation, rejuvenation, and empowerment! Learn from these well-educated specialists as they inform you on mindfulness, health and wellness and self-confidence. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take care of yourself all while uplifting your spirit.
Career Kick-Start
Join us for Career Kick-Start a FREE, one-day workshop jam-packed with career development tips, trainings, and discussions.
International Women's Group
Join these ladies on September 18 for a cooking demonstration followed by a presentation on the Foods of Mexico.
YWCA Used Bookstore Children's Fair
Immerse yourself in a world of words at the extraordinary YWCA Used Bookstore Fair, where stories come alive and imaginations soar.