What’s Happening: Week of Aug. 1
CLUBS
WBN
Women’s Business Network announces the following meetings: McMurray chapter, 8:30 a.m. Aug. 15, at The Meadows (Mezzanine Level), 210 Racetrack Road, Washington, call Kim Guthrie at 724-366-9971; Mt. Lebanon chapter, 8:30 a.m. Aug. 14 and 28, Panera Bread, 1500 Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon, call Jennifer Bibb at 724-518-3461; South Hills chapter, 8 a.m. Aug. 2 and 16, King’s Restaurant, 155 McMurray Road, Upper St. Clair, call Lucy Cichon at 412-559-1889. For more information, visit www.wbninc.com.
FLEA MARKETS/FAIRS
Flea market
St. Gregory’s Byzantine Catholic Church, 2005 Mohawk Road (Brookside Farms), Upper St. Clair, will hold a parish flea market from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 4. There will be kitchen and household items, holiday and household décor, jewelry, toys, infant and children’s clothing, small furniture, books, sports equipment and more at our Parish Flea Market. For more information, call 412-835-7800.
Garage sale
The Women of St. Benedict will hold its “Gigantic Garage Sale” Aug. 16-18, at St. Benedict the Abbot Church located at 120 Abington Drive, McMurray. Hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday and Friday and 9 a.m. to noon Sunday. There will be indoor and outdoor household items, home décor, adult/children’s clothing, jewelry, games, toys, books, tools, small furniture, holiday decorations, live plants and more. A variety of special sales will take place on Friday and a $5 bag sale will be held on Saturday. Refreshments will be available. Proceeds benefit St. Benedict the Abbot and Women of St. Benedict activities and charities.
FUNDRAISER
Donations needed
Friends of Family Hospice & Palliative Care is seeking donations for its fifth annual Family Treasures Sale to be held in October. The desired good quality, gently-used or new donations include: jewelry, collectibles, purses and wallets, china and glassware, picture frames, mirrors, lamps, books, CDs and DVDs (no VHS), holiday decor, artwork, kitchen items, craft items, linens, and furniture (no large bookcases or large entertainment centers). Items may be dropped off at the Family Hospice front desk, 50 Moffett St., Mt. Lebanon, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays. For furniture donations, call Pat at 412-833-7315. Due to space limitations, contact Friends in advance after Sept. 15. Email famhospsale@gmail.com with questions. Proceeds benefit patients and families of FH&PC.
FUNDRAISER
Trip to Greece
Peters Township Chamber of Commerce will hold “The Best of Greece” Nov. 7-15. Cost for this chamber fundraiser is $3,199 and includes round trip air, first-class accomodations, meals, sightseeing tour program, professional tour director, deluxe motorcoaches, baggage handling and transfers. To make a reservation, visit www.aventuraworld.com/booking. Use booking code B002303. For more information, visit www.PTCOC.org.
HAPPENINGS
Dinner for a Dollar
Community of Christ Church, 3472 South Park Road, Bethel Park, will offer Dinner for a Dollar from 5 to 7 p.m. Aug. 9. The menu will include spaghetti, bread and rolls, garden salad and desserts. Donations of $1 per person or $3 per family are accepted, but not required. Takeout will not be available. To volunteer to set up on Wednesday or help serve on Thursday, call Debbie at 412-833-6357. Bring unwanted eyeglasses to be donated to the Lions Club for distribution to those in need.
Live theater
The story and songs of America’s Composer come to life onstage in “Hershey Felder as Irving Berlin,” a play with music written and performed by acclaimed actor/pianist Hershey Felder. Tickets go on sale today for this Pittsburgh premiere running Dec. 19-30, at the O’Reilly Theater, Pittsburgh Public Theater’s home in the heart of Downtown’s Cultural District. For tickets, call 412-316-1600, go to ppt.org or visit the O’Reilly Theater Box Office.
Free concert
Peters Township Parks and Recreation presents Scott, Rob and Greg of The Clarks with opening band Rhythm Section Blues Band at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 1, at Peterswood Park Amphitheater. Headliner begins at 7. The free concert will feature rock music and a food truck.
Historical tours
Pittsburgh History & Landmarks Foundation offers the following tours in August:
• Downtown’s Best Walking Tour, 9:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Thursdays, Aug. 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30. Advance paid reservations required. Cost of $20 per person includes a guidebook. Tours are limited to 12 persons.
• Free Friday 4th Avenue Historic District Walking Tours, 10 to 11 a.m. Fridays, Aug. 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31. Explore what was once Pittsburgh’s “Wall Street” financial district. Reservations not required, but appreciated.
• Free Friday Gateway Center Historic District Walking Tours, noon to 1 p.m. Fridays, Aug. 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31. Explore an area that was constructed during Pittsburgh’s first Renaissance era. Reservations not required, but appreciated.
• Oakland and Schenley Farms Walking Tour, 1:30 to 3 p.m. Aug. 4. Advance paid reservations required. Cost is $10 for PHLF members. Non-member price is $35 and includes a one-year complimentary membership in PHLF. Space is limited. Reservation deadline is Aug. 17. Learn how real estate developer Frank Nicola created the “City Beautiful” ideal with quiet residential streets, grand boulevards and elegant homes and hotels. Portions of this tour involve steps and going uphill on steep grades.
• Free tours at the Old Allegheny County Jail Museum, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mondays, Aug. 6, 13, 20 and 27. Tours take 30 minutes; last tour leaves at 12:30. Reservations not required.
For more information and reservations, call 412-471-5808 ext. 527 or email marylu@phlf.org.
Youth Field Day
Canonsburg Sportsmen’s Association and The Washington County Sportsmen’s League will sponsor a Youth Field Day from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 4, at the Canonsburg Sportsmen’s Club, 1115 Allison Hollow Road, Washington. The Youth Field Day is free for youth ages 9-15. For information, call Bob Tohey at 724-554-4134.
Barbershop chorus
The Bethel Park Community Foundation will host the 2018 Dean Streator Tower Concert Series on Aug. 5, featuring the Keystone Barbershop Chorus. The concert begins at 2:30 p.m. in the Bethel Park Community Center. Admission is free, but donations are accepted to benefit Bethel Park Community Foundation.
Bricks 4 Kidz
Spencer Family Y presents LEGO 2018 Summer Camp Aug. 6-10 for kids ages 5-12. Cost is $50 for members and $75 for non-members. For more information, visit bricks4kidz.com/474 or call 412-347-6565.
YMCA events
Spencer Y, Bethel Park, will host a preschool summer day camp from 2 to 4:30 p.m. through Aug. 17, for potty-trained campers ages 3-5. Each week features a different theme focused on having fun while learning and building self-esteem and social skills. Register now for one or more weeks. Cost per week is $50 for members and $75 for non-members. Visit http://www.ycamps.org/spencer-family-ymca-preschool-camp/ for information or to register. Information on Summer Day camp for ages 6-14 is available at ycamps.org.
HEALTH
Compulsive eaters
Compulsive Eaters Autonomous-HOW, a free 12-step program for food addiction, meets in the North Hills, South Hills and in Wheeling, W.Va. For more information, call 412-225-1664 or visit ceahowPa.org.
Diabetes prevention
Register now for YMCA Diabetes Prevention Program, presented by Spencer Family YMCA. Led by a trained lifestyle coach in a classroom setting, this program is delivered over a 12-month period, beginning with 16 weekly sessions followed by monthly maintenance. Learn about healthier eating, physical activity and other behavior changes over 25 months. You must be at least 18 years old, have a BMI >25, and be at risk for developing Type 2 Diabetes. Participation includes a 3-month membership to the YMCA. Financial scholarships are available. To register, contact Vince at Ranali@ymcapgh.org or call 412-347-6446.
Discussion Group
Tuesday Tea & Essential Oils will be held from 2:30 to 4 p.m. Aug. 7 and 14, at The Physical Therapy Center, 1699 Washington Road (ground floor), Bethel Park. For information, call Deb Bosco at 724-713-6217.
Essential oils
New to Essential Oils and interested in learning about doTERRA CPTG Essential Oils? Contact Deb Bosco at 724-713-6217 or bosco.deb@gmail.com to register for free classes/continuing education. Classes are held from 7 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays at The Physical Therapy Center, 1699 Washington Road-Ground Floor, Bethel Park. Pet Care with Essential Oils (pets welcome with registration) will be held on Aug. 1. To register, contact Deb Bosco at the phone number listed above, or email her at bosco.deb@gmail.com. Classes are free.
LIBRARIES
Andrew Carnegie
• Lego Club, 4 to 5:30 p.m. Aug. 8, for ages 5-10.
• Math 4U on Mondays and Science 4U on Fridays, from 10 to 11 a.m., for all soon-to-be kindergarteners. Twice weekly. Registration required at the circulation desk.
For more, visit www.carnegiecarnegie.org. Register at 412-276-3456.
Bethel Park
• Easy E-Research Class: Resources for Parents, 10 a.m. Aug. 7. Finding scholarly journal articles, accessing e-books, requesting materials, and other subjects will be covered. Register.
• Jammin’ with My Planner, 6 p.m. Aug. 9. Work on your bullet journal while jamming out to some tunes. Basic supplies provided, or bring your own. Register online.
For more, visit www.bethelparklibrary.org. Register at 412-835-2207.
Bridgeville
After-school chess program, Tuesdays, for children in grades K-8. Beginners meet from 6 to 7 p.m., with experienced players meeting from 7 to 8 p.m. This half-hour of instruction led by chess master Eric Berthoud, will be followed by a half-hour of game play. Participants must attend at least six of the eight evening sessions to be eligible for the tournament. Register online.
For more, visit bridgevillelibrary.org.
Castle Shannon
Beginner Belly Dancing Class, 7 to 8 p.m. Aug. 1, for all ages. Cost is $15 in advance or $20 at the door. Registration is through PayPal with Amethyst of Pittsburgh Bellydance & Healing Arts at pittsburghbellydance@gmail.com or at the library.
For more, visit castleshannonlibrary.org.
Frank Sarris
• Teen Advisory Board, 6 to 7 p.m. Aug. 1, for grades 7-12.
• High School Page Turners Book Club, 3 to 4 p.m. Aug. 3. Discuss “The Brothers Karamazov” by Fyodor Dostoyevski.
• The library building will be closed on Aug. 4, but patrons are welcome to join the library for fun and games at North Strabane Community Day, set for 3 to 8 p.m. at North Strabane Park.
• Fiction Book Club, noon on Aug. 8. Discuss “A Spool of Blue Thread” by Anne Tyler.
• Paint & Sip, 6 to 8 p.m. Aug. 16. Enjoy painting, light bites, wine and the company of friends. Fee is $20. Deadline to register is Aug. 14.
For more, visit www.franksarrislibrary.org. Register at 724-745-1308.
Mt. Lebanon
• Ron Donoughe’s 90 Pittsburgh Neighborhoods, 7 p.m. Aug. 1. The local artist will share his artwork and discuss his experience creating “90 Pittsburgh Neighborhoods: The Paintings and Experiences of Artist Ron Donoughe. Registration required.
• Swap Shop Social — Fiber Frenzy, 2 p.m. Aug. 5. Do you have yarn, floss, thread, fabric and other craft supplies and tools that you’re not using? Bring a bag/box or two (no more than two) of your unwanted stash to swap for new items. Items should be clean and free of odors. Participants will unpack their own donations and put them on the correct browsing tables then “shop,” socialize or watch craft tutorials in the snack room. People new to crafting with nothing to swap are welcome, too.
• End of Adult Summer Reading Party, 6 p.m. Aug. 8. Enjoy snacks, a selection of iced teas, literary fun and games. Summer reading baskets winners will be announced. This event is for adult summer reading participants. Registration required.
• Concerts in the Courtyard: Christopher Mark Jones, 7 p.m. Aug. 2. Mt. Lebanon resident and folk/blues singer Christopher Mark Jones speaks five languages and has been a professional basketball player and French teacher as well as a singer/songwriter. Since 2010 he has released four albums of new songs. His early musical itinerary included busking in Paris, the English folk club circuit, tours of Denmark and Holland, UK and European folk festivals, and radio appearances in London, followed by Boston-area clubs during an electric period. These days he plays festivals, clubs, small concert series, and house concerts in formats varying from solo to full band, but always with an emphasis on story-driven lyrics and varied textures and rhythms.
For more, visit www.mtlebanonlibrary.org.
Peters
• Teen Watermelon Eating Contest, 3:30 p.m. Aug. 3.
• Youth Advisory Council, 11 a.m. to noon on Aug. 4, for grades 6 and up.
• Teen Book Lunch Club, noon to 1 p.m. Aug. 4. Discuss “The Cruel Prince” by Holly Black.
• Teen Musical Mondays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Aug. 6 and 13, for grades 6 and up.
• Karaoke Kids Monday, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Aug. 6.
For more, visit www.ptlibrary.org.
Scott
• Sunday Sing Along: Wizard of Oz, 2 to 4 p.m. Aug. 5, for children of all ages. Sing, dance, color and eat themed snacks as we watch the movie and sing along. Register.
• Geology Rocks! Camp, 2 to 3 p.m. Aug. 6-9, for grades K-3. Explore a different geology theme each week. Register.
• Seventh-Graders: Talk About Summer Reading, 3:30 to 5 p.m. Aug. 6, for students entering seventh grade. Discuss what you read over the summer, talk with friends about books and get prepared for classroom discussions about summer reading when you return to school. Register.
• Garden Club for Adults, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Aug. 8 and 22, featuring an informal discussion on various topics involving gardening.
For more, visit www.scottlibrary.org. Register online or call 412-429-5380.
South Fayette
• After-school chess program, Mondays, for children in grades K-8. Beginners meet from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., with experienced players meeting from 6:45 to 7:45 p.m. This half-hour of instruction led by chess master Eric Berthoud will be followed by a half-hour of game play. Register online.
• Kids in Motion, 10:30 a.m. Aug. 2, for children ages 2-6 years. Wear shoes and clothing suited for active play. Register online.
• Construction Club, 10 a.m. Aug. 3, for children ages 3-8. Free building with Wee Build and Legos. Register online.
• Puppy Tales, 1:30 p.m. Aug. 4, at the South Fayette Senior Center, for children ages 6 and up. Read to a trained therapy dog. Registration required.
• Rock Your Locker, 10 a.m. Aug. 7, for ages 10 and up. Design fun and useful items for your locker. Registration required.
For more, visit southfayettelibrary.org. Register online or call 412-257-8660.
South Park
• Alcohol Ink Art Project, 7 p.m. Aug. 6. Class size is limited; registration is required.
• Cemetery Tales: Pittsburgh’s Buried Art & History, 7 p.m. Aug. 15. Register.
For more, visit www.southparklibrary.org. Register at 412-833-5585.
Upper St. Clair
• Creative Café, a group to help support people’s creative endeavors, meets from 2 to 3 p.m. the first Friday of each month. For details, visit www.twpusc.org/library/library-home.
• Summer Ice Cream Social with the Keystone Chorus, 7 p.m. Aug. 2, in the McLaughlin Run Activity Center, 1770 McLaughlin Run Road. Register online or by phone. Free.
• Felted Calla Lilies, 7 p.m. Aug. 6. Fiber artist Judé Ernest will teach how to create felted flowers in this hands-on workshop for adults. All materials are provided for these free classes (a $5 donation is appreciated but not required). Register.
• Prepare for the Perseids, 7 p.m. Aug. 9. Kathy DeSantis of the Amateur Astronomers Association of Pittsburgh offers an introduction to the prolific Perseid meteor shower. This year the Perseids will peak between Aug. 11 and 13, when the moon will be close to new: ideal viewing conditions to see up to 70 meteors an hour. Free. Register.
For more, visit www.twpusc.org. Register online or call 412-835-5540.
Reunions
USC CLASS OF ’68
The Upper St. Clair High School Class of 1968 will host its 50th anniversary reunion at 6 p.m. Aug. 4, at Primanti Bros. Restaurant & Bar, 1539 Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon. There will also be a gathering at Princess Lanes, 540 Weyman Roadk, Whitehall, Friday night and brunch Sunday morning at Spoonwood Brewing on Baptist Road. A tour of the high school will take place at 10 a.m. Saturday. Cost is $30 for the Saturday evening event. For more information, visit usc1968.com or email kgkommer@msn.com.
Carrick Class of ’63
Carrick High School Class of 1963 will hold its 55-year reunion on Saturday, Aug. 18, at Frisch’s Restaurant. For more information, call Judie Ball at 412-303-0268.
BP Class of ’68
Bethel Park High School Class of 1968 will hold its 50-year reunion at 6 p.m. Sept. 8, at South Hills Country Club. For more information, visit alumniclass.com or email dandl9@comcast.net.
ML Class of ’78
The Mt. Lebanon High School Class of 1978 will host its 40th anniversary reunion on Sept. 22, at the South Hills Country Club. In addition, the class will attend the Friday night football game of Mt. Lebanon vs. North Allegheny, with a gathering afterward at a local establishment. On Saturday at 10 a.m. there will be a tour of the newly renovated high school followed by lunch in the cafeteria. The reunion dinner begins at 6 p.m. Tickets will be available soon. For more information, email lebo78reunion@gmail.com or visit https://www.facebook.com/pg/Lebo78.
BP Class of ’55
Bethel High School Class of 1955 will hold a luncheon at noon on Sept. 27, at the South Park Club House on Brownsville Road. To register, contact Lynne Johnson at 412-257-2727 or lkj212@comcast.net.
SUPPORT GROUPS
Divorce
A DivorceCare Support Group is held from 6:30 to 8:15 p.m. through Oct. 11, at The Bible Chapel, McMurray. For more information, visit biblechapel.org or call 724-941-8990.
WORKSHOPS/CLASSES
Yoga for kids
Health Thru Yoga, Castle Shannon, will offer Yoga Day Camp for kids on Aug. 8. The event runs from 9 a.m. to noon and is for children ages 6-12. Cost is $35 for one child or $50 for two children. To register, email Lesli at singingyogi@aol.com.
Ballet
Ballet with Virginia Nicoll will conduct a two-day Classical Ballet Mini-Intensive for the young dancer ages 6-11 on Aug. 7 and 8. Classes will run from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Spencer Family YMCA in Bethel Park. Mazurka, Tarantella and Chardaz steps will be learned after ballet class. Cost is $80. To register, call 412-403-7357.
Flow yoga
WROC at Westminster Presbyterian Church, Upper St. Clair, will offer flow yoga from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Mondays, through Aug. 27. The class will focus on body awareness while stretching, breathing, balance and strength using a smooth flow format. Appropriate for all fitness levels. For details, visit wroc.westminster-church.org or call Kathy Long at 412-835-6630.