FRIENDS OF THE MONESSEN LIBRARY DONATION
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September 25, 2025

FRIENDS OF THE MONESSEN LIBRARY DONATION

Friends of the Monessen Public Library recently presented library Director Dave Zilka with a $9,000 donation for programming, books, and general library expenses. Shown, front row, from left, are Zilka, friends Vice President Lori Vivio, President/Secretary Karen Cosner, Gloria Hayes and Rose Sowko; back row, from left, are Debbie Gregor, Sara Stein, Mary Jo Krasnevich, Susan Phillips and Donna DeLuca. The 33rd annual Friends of the Monessen Public Library Luncheon is set for noon Oct. 14 at St....

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