CLUBS
WBN
The Women’s Business Network-South Chapter announces upcoming meetings. Mt. Lebanon Chapter will meet at 8 a.m. March 26 at Panera Bread on Washington Road. Call Marlene Will-Knapp at 412-833-9279. Washington Chapter meets at 8:30 a.m. March 27 at Panera Bread in Trinity Point, Washington. Call Vicki Pinkney at 412-997-1603. For more information, visit www.wbninc.com.
Scholarship available
The Bethel Woman’s Club will award a $3,000 scholarship to a deserving Bethel Park High School senior in May. Applications are available in the counselor’s office at the high school.
Nursing scholarships
Scholarship opportunities are provided to local by the Southwestern Pennsylvania Registered Nurses Club to nursing students entering their final year of studies in a diploma, associate degree or Bachelor of Science degree. Nurses actively pursuing advanced education in nursing may also apply. Scholarships are awarded each April. Apply through the Pittsburgh Foundation at http://www.pittsburghfoundation.org or by mail to: The Pittsburgh Foundation, Five PPG Place, Suite 250, Pittsburgh PA 15222-5414. The Pittsburgh Foundation also sends scholarship information to nursing schools and colleges in Pittsburgh and surrounding areas. For more information, contact Jennifer Marino, scholarship coordinator, at [email protected] or 412-394-2649. Deadline to apply is March 31.
FUNDRAISERS
Pink Pamper event
Pink Pamper will present “The Bubble Ball” from 6 to 10:30 p.m. Saturday, March 30, at the Circuit Center & Ballroom, South Side, Pittsburgh. Enjoy wine and spirits, culinary delights, and shop at the Pink Pamper Marketplace. There will be dancing to Loyal Entertainment, food tasting and sipping, an auction and 50/50 raffle, cash bar and valet parking. All proceeds benefit the Pink Pamper HaLoFund, which supports women with medical-related hair loss due to cancer treatment. Tickets are $100 each and can be purchased at pinkpamper.org.
Donations sought
Beginning April 2, Friends of Family Hospice & Palliative Care, Mt. Lebanon, will accept donations of gently-used or new, good quality goods from the community. Items will be sold at FH&PC’s fall sale to support its mission of providing quality care to hospice patients and their families. Desired items include: jewelry, collectibles, china, glassware, kitchen and craft items, linens, mirrors, lamps, artwork, books, handyman items, DVDs and furniture (no large bookcases or entertainment centers). Items may be dropped off at Family Hospice, 50 Moffett Street, Mt. Lebanon between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. For furniture donations, which will begin on April 15, call 412-833-7315. For more information, email [email protected].
Mini-THON
Upper St. Clair High School’s Mini-THON, a student-led fundraising event supporting childhood cancer research, will be held on April 5, at Fort Couch Middle School. The event, based on Penn State’s THON, will offer a designated “Community Time” from 6:30 to 9 p.m., enabling residents of all ages to participate in games, purchase refreshments and dance. Following Community Time, participating high schoolers will be “locked-in” until 6 a.m. Saturday for a night full of dancing, food, games, and more. To reach their $50,000 goal, students have organized several fundraising initiatives leading up to the event – including launching an online donor page. To make a donation, visit uscminithon.com.
Lunch/fashion show
Keynotes Annual Scholarship Luncheon & Fashion Show will be held at 11 a.m. April 13, at St. Clair Country Club, 2300 Old Washington Road, Upper St. Clair. This year’s theme is “Lace and Flowers.” Fashions will be presented by Chico’s. There will be a 50/50 and basket raffles as well as gift certificates. Jewelry and cosmetic vendors will display their products prior to the luncheon. Tickets are $35. Those reserving a full table of eight will receive a gift. To make a reservation, contact Lynn Hagan at [email protected] or 412-491-7250.
HAPPENINGS
Coffee and Conversation
The Residence of Logan located at 5851 Keystone Drive in Bethel Park will hold a bi-monthly Coffee and Conversation to educate seniors about the benefits of retirement community living including helping seniors live affordable, productive and vibrant lives. The program will be held at 10 a.m. March 28 and April 11. Refreshments will be served and tours of the community and model apartments will be given. For more information, call 412-835-9500 or email [email protected].
‘Cinderella’
Carnegie Performing Arts Center will present the children’s ballet “Cinderella” March 29, 30 and 31 at the Andrew Carnegie Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie. Friday and Saturday performances are at 8 p.m. with the Sunday show at 2 p.m. Tickets are $18 for adults and $15 for children, students and seniors. The role of the grown-up Cinderella is danced by Elizabeth Scalise of Bridgeville, a junior at Chartiers Valley High School. The young selves of stepsisters Agatha and Adele are played by Alexis Albert of Scott Township and Shelby Self of Collier Township. An older version of Agatha is portrayed by Miranda Richardson of Mount Lebanon, who is a graduating senior at the Carnegie Performing Arts Center. Mary Pusateri, of Bethel Park dances the role of the Stepmother and is an instructor and alumni of the Carnegie Performing Arts Center. Madeleine Ryan, who attends South Fayette High School, dances the role of Cinderella’s fairy godmother. For more information, call 412-279-8887 or visit www.carnegieperformingartscenter.com.
Bunny Breakfast
The Chartiers Valley High School/Middle School Chorus Boosters will hold its annual Bunny Breakfast fundraiser from 9 a.m. to noon on March 30, in the high school cafeteria on Thoms Run Road in Bridgeville. Breakfast includes pancakes, sausage and beverage. Tickets are $8 each and include the breakfast, egg decorating and hunt, crafts and other activities. A fish pond activity is available for an additional $1. All proceeds benefit the chorus to support community performances, competition trips and student activities.
Opera
Pittsburgh Opera returns to the Benedum Center with Puccini’s “La bohème,” March 30-April 7. Set against the backdrop of 1830s Paris, La bohème follows four impoverished artists surviving with little more than friendship, passion, and love for their art. When Rodolfo, a poet, and Mimì, a young seamstress, meet, the two are drawn into a tumultuous and passionate affair with a love that can only be broken by death. English subtitles will be projected above the stage. Tickets start at $14 for adults, with tickets for kids and teens ages 6-18 offered at half-price. For tickets, call 412-456-6666 or visit pittsburghopera.org/tickets.
Public hearing
The Board of Commissioners of the Township of Upper St. Clair will hold a public hearing on April 1, for case PLC19-0001, beginning at 7:30 p.m. or shortly thereafter, in the Board of Commissioners’ Meeting Room, 1820 McLaughlin Run Road.
Historical EVENTS
Pittsburgh History & Landmarks Foundation offers the following tours in April:
n Free tours at the Old Allegheny County Jail Museum, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mondays, April 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29. Tours, led by knowledgeable docents, take 30 minutes, with the last tour leaving at 12:30. Reservations are not required, but appreciated.
n Free illustrated lecture: Painting for Preservation, 6 to 7:30 p.m. April 11, at the Landmarks Preservation Resource Center, 744 Rebecca Ave., Wilkinsburg. Cory Bonnet, a Pittsburgh oil paint artist and preservationist who paints contemporary nostalgic scenes of the Pittsburgh area using salvaged and reclaimed materials, will present. Reservations are not required, but appreciated.
n South Side Walking Tour, noon to 1:30 p.m. April 28. Explore the East Carson Street City Historic District. Advance paid reservations are required by April 23. Call or email for cost and more information.
For reservations, contact Mary Lu Denny at 412-471-5808 ext. 527 or [email protected].
Nature program
Washington County Department of Parks and Recreation will offer the program “Flight of the Timberdoodle” at 7:30 p.m. April 2, at Shelter 4 in Mingo Creek County Park. The group will gather in a field at dusk to listen for and observe the American Woodcock and one of the most unique courtship displays in the animal kingdom. Dress for moderate hiking and the weather. A flashlight may be needed on the return hike. Reservations are required at 724-228-6867. There is no fee for this program.
Senior health care talk
Unitarian Universalist Church of the South Hills, 1240 Washington Rd, Mt. Lebanon, will host Registered Nurse and Senior Health Care Presenter Barbara A. Veazey for a comprehensive overview of the following topics: Social Security, Medicare, Medigap and Advantage Plans (4/3); Long term care insurance, Health Care Advance Directives and veteran’s benefits (4/10); and Selecting home care services, assisted living, skilled care and senior safety (4/17). The event will take place from 7 to 8:30 p.m. April 3, 10 and 17. Plan to attend one or all of these sessions at a cost of $5 per session, to cover materials. To register, email Katy at [email protected].
Children’s play
“My Traveling Song,” an original interactive play by Hiawatha Project, will debut April 5-14 at Carnegie Stage, 25 W. Main Street, Carnegie. In the play, especially made for children ages 1-5, a mother and child are confronted with unexpected natural obstacles, but weather through. “My Traveling Song” reveals that connections between loved ones, communities and the physical world around us can help us feel safe, loved and free to imagine a more empathic and playful world. For tickets, visit https://hiawathaproject.org/tickets.
Fabric fair
The Salvation Army’s Greater Pittsburgh Women’s Auxiliary Fabric Fair will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 6, at The Salvation Army Pittsburgh Temple Worship and Service Center located at 1060 McNeilly Road, Mt. Lebanon (next to Seton LaSalle Catholic High School). Free parking is available on site and at two satellite locations from which free shuttles are available: Keystone Oaks High School and Keystone Oaks Middle School. Snacks and lunch items will also be available for purchase. The success of Fabric Fair is a result of the donations of all the items for sale. Donated fabric and related items are always in need, as are additional volunteers to measure and sort fabric in preparation for the fair. Those having donations or who may be interested in helping are encouraged to call Marilyn Dehuff at 412 835-3162.
Shred event
A free community shred day will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 6, at Artis Senior Living South Hills, 1001 Higbee Drive, Bethel Park. Coffee and donuts will be provided. A small donation toward the Alzheimer’s Association is welcome. For more information, call 412-595-8917.
Kid’s Rec
Peters Township Parks & Recreation will hold Kid’s Rec for ages 6 to 10 from 10 a.m. to noon on April 16. There is no school on this day; drop the kids off for activities and games at the Community Recreation Center. Bring a water bottle and wear gym shoes. Cost is $5 for members and $8 for non-members. Register at www.peterstownship.com.
Spring flower show
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens’ Spring Flower Show: Gardens of the Rainbow is open now through April 21, featuring prisms, topiaries and interactive experiences for all ages, plus tens of thousands of spring blooms in vibrant floral hues. Hours are 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily and until 10 p.m. on Fridays. Admission is $17.95 for adults, $16.95 for seniors and students, and $11.95 for children ages 2-18. Members and kids under 2 enter free. For tickets, visit phipps.conservatory.org.
HEALTH
Blood drives
The American Red Cross will hold blood drives in Washington County at the following locations: Greenery Center, 2200 Hill Church Road, Houston, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 27; Single Source Property, 1000 Noble Energy Drive, Suite 300, Canonsburg, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 4. To schedule an appointment, download the free Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-733-2767.
Essential oils
An Introduction to Essential & Oil Basics will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. March 28, at The Physical Therapy Center, 1699 Washington Road (ground floor), Bethel Park. To schedule an alternate time/day, contact Deb Bosco at 724-713-6217 or [email protected].
LIBRARIES
Bethel Park
• Musicians, Thespians, Dancers, Cheerleaders, Majorettes and other Artists: How to Find, and Get Accepted into Your Dream College, 7 p.m. March 26, for students in grades 7-11 with their parents. Register.
• Search Engine Optimization: Making a Website Rank in Google Search in 30 Days, 7 p.m. March 28. To get the most out of this workshop, email [email protected] at least 3 days prior to the workshop to get a custom SEO report for your website. Register.
• Practice SAT Test, 10 a.m. March 30. This is a full 3-hour timed practice test (optional essay takes an additional hour). Limited space is available. Register.
For more, visit www.bethelparklibrary.org. Register at 412-835-2207.
Bridgeville
• Opera Academy, 4:30 p.m. Wednesdays, March 27-April 17, for children of all ages. This is a 4-week introduction to opera. Register for each week separately.
• It’s a Hockey Night in Pittsburgh! 1893-Today, 6:30 p.m. March 28. Registration appreciated.
• Messy Mondays, 1 p.m. April 1. Art and STEM activities for toddlers, preschoolers and their grownups. Dress for a mess. Registration required.
For more, visit bridgevillelibrary.org.
Castle Shannon
• Cook the Book Discussion Group, 7 p.m. March 27. Select and make a recipe from this month’s selection, “Tasty: Latest and Greatest: Everything You Want to Cook Right Now” by Tasty. Register.
• Beginner Belly Dancing Classes, 11 a.m. to noon March 30, for all-ages. Cost is $15 in advance or $20 at the door. Register.
• National Nutrition Month Presentation, 2 p.m. March 31
For more, visit www.castleshannonlibrary.org.
Frank Sarris
• Family Night, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. March 26. Stories, crafts and games. Theme: Make Up Your Own Holiday night.
• Bigfoot Fest 2019, 1 p.m. March 30, with keynote speaker Doug Waller, founder of the Southeastern Ohio Society for Bigfoot Investigation. The event is free and the public is encouraged to share their experiences. Refreshments will be served. For information, email Leslie Yoder at [email protected]. Register at 724-745-1308.
For more, visit www.franksarrislibrary.org.
Mt. Lebanon
• Foster Care in Allegheny County, 6 p.m. March 26
• Author Visit: Natasha Garrett, 7 p.m. March 27. Hear excerpts from her book, “Motherlands,” and learn about the changing patterns of immigration.
• Shakuhachi Flute Concert and Japanese Tea Demonstration, 2 p.m. March 31
• From Ethiopia to Israel – the Long Journey Home, 10 a.m. April 1. Michal Samuel’s was born in Ethiopia and brought to Israel in 1984 as part of Operation Moses. Hear her story.
For more, visit www.mtlebanonlibrary.org.
Peters
• Family Meal Planning 101, 7 to 8 p.m. March 26. Registration requested.
• Free Blood Pressure Screening Clinic, 10 a.m. to noon on March 27.
• 9/11 and the Heroes of Flight 93 will be presented at Peters Township Public Library at 7 p.m. April 11. Hear a firsthand account of the day the nation was under attack by Mahlon Fuller, watch supervisor at the Pittsburgh International Airport. Fuller evacuated the control tower and radar room because a hijacked plane was flying directly toward the airport. The plane was later identified as United 93. At the conclusion of the program, Mr. Fuller will accept free-will donations with all funds benefitting Friends of Flight 93 National Memorial. Register to attend this National Library Week event by emailing [email protected] or calling 724-941-9430 ext. 1.
For more, visit www.ptlibrary.org.
Scott
Cult Movie Classic Series: “This is Spinal Tap,” 6 to 8 p.m. March 29, for adults. Register online.
For more, visit www.scottlibrary.org. Register online or call 412-429-5380.
South Fayette
• Organize Your Home in 2019, 7 p.m. March 26. Registration appreciated.
• Kids in Motion, 10:30 a.m. March 27. This is a 30-minute physical activity program. Register online.
For more, visit southfayettelibrary.org. Register online or call 412-257-8660.
Upper St. Clair
• Yarn Works, 7 p.m. March 26. The group meets every second and fourth Tuesday of the month to make much-needed hats, mittens, blankets and more for the underprivileged in the Pittsburgh region. Register.
• WOW (Women of Words) Book Group, 7 p.m. March 26. Discuss “I Am Malala” by Malala Yousafzai. Refreshments provided. Register.
• Changes to Recycling Rules, 7 p.m. March 28, in the first floor Training Room. Learn the new guidelines and have your questions answered. Register.
For more, visit www.twpusc.org. Register online or call 412-835-5540.
SUPPORT GROUP
Bereavement
Through its Pastoral Care Department, the AHN Canonsburg Hospital is currently offering a Bereavement Support Group from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays, through April 10, for anyone grieving a recent loss. Meetings are held in the McNary Conference Center at the hospital. There will be a group dinner following on April 17, at 6:30 p.m. Reservations for the dinner are requested by April 15. Registrations for the preceding sessions are not required, and the invitation to join remains open. For information, call 724-745-6100 ext. 4118.
WORKSHOPS/CLASSES
Emotional wellness
Aspect Life Coaching and Serenity Center, Upper St. Clair, will offer Cultivating Emotional Wellness Workshop for Women from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 30. It is for women who are affected by other’s addiction or who are experiencing emotional manipulation in their relationships. Materials, refreshments and lunch will be provided. Cost is $75. To register, visit www.AspectLifeCoaching.com or call 724-299-3621.
Tech for girls
Techgirlz, a free workshop for middle school girls, will be offered from noon to 3 p.m. March 30, at Mt. Lebanon Public Library, 16 Castle Shannon Boulevard. This free workshop will teach girls the elements of HTML and CSS and set a world record for the number of girls coding at the same time. To register, visit www.techgirlz.org/code-breakers.
Pole walking
WROC at Westminster Presbyterian Church, Upper St. Clair, will offer a pole walking workout class from 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. Wednesdays, April 3-24. Classes are taught in four, one-hour sessions that include conditioning exercises, walking drills, pole technique, outdoor adventure and cool down stretch. Cost is $20. For more information, visit wroc.westminster-church.org or call 412-835-6630 ext. 200.