New and Notable- November 2026

The Goddard School of Wexford Named a 2026 Circle of Excellence Honoree

The Goddard School today announced its 2026 Circle of Excellence and President’s Club members, including The Goddard School of Wexford, which was named a 2026 Circle of Excellence honoree. To be selected for the Circle of Excellence, schools must meet stringent criteria measuring excellence in performance, quality of education and outstanding family experience. The President’s Club includes schools that have been selected for the Circle of Excellence for at least two consecutive years and consistently demonstrate the highest standards in early childhood education. Led by Shanna Oster, the school is among 35 Goddard Schools across 12 states being recognized for outstanding educational experiences and excellence in serving families.

Psychic Vincent Sisters Bring Paranormal Stories to Zelienople

The A&E Psychic Vincent Sisters will visit SHUBREW Brewery in Zelienople for special events on Oct. 27 and Nov. 5, from 6 to 8 p.m. Each evening will feature a gallery reading, crime and paranormal stories, and a Q&A session. Known for their appearances on numerous television shows, the sisters invite guests to join them for an intriguing evening. Tickets are $47 and available at www.shubrew.com. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Butler County Humane Society. Bring a bag of dog or cat food to receive 10% off your bill. For information, call 724-766-4426.

Attack Theatre Welcomes New Executive Director

Attack Theatre has named Sarah Kramer its new executive director as the Pittsburgh-based dance company prepares for its 2026-27 season. Kramer brings more than 15 years of experience in arts leadership, cultural programming, operations and development. She spent a decade at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, most recently serving as senior director of artistic operations, overseeing more than 1,500 annual performances, festivals and nationally televised productions. Previously, she spent six years at Dance Place in Washington, D.C., managing artistic programming and development. Kramer is also a professional dancer who has performed throughout the Washington, D.C., region and internationally. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in dance from the University of Maryland. For more information about Attack Theatre and its upcoming season, visit www.attacktheatre.com/.

The Olive Branch Holiday Open House

The Olive Branch, a volunteer-run nonprofit that sells fair trade items, will hold a Holiday Open House on Saturday, November 7th from 10 am to 3 pm.  Located at 11160 Perry Hwy in Wexford in Fieldview Plaza, the Olive Branch will feature Christmas ornaments, nativities, decorations and a wide assortment of unique gifts made by impoverished artisans from around the world.  At this festive holiday event, customers will receive a coupon for a 20% discount on one fair trade item.  Visit www.olivebranchwexford.org or call 724-779-8700 for more information.