May 23, 2018 11 min read

CLUBS

Garden club

Giant Oaks Garden Club will meet at 11:15 a.m. June 7, at St. David’s Anglican Church, 905 E. McMurray Road, Venetia, for its monthly luncheon meeting and program. Jan Patsch of Malone’s Flower Shop will demonstrate how to make a door hanging. Guests are welcome to participate or just watch. Workshop fees apply. To attend as a guest, call Mary Meta at 412-835-4253.

VENDORS NEEDED

Food trucks

The Auxiliary of Mon-Vale Health Resources, Inc. at Monongahela Valley Hospital is seeking food truck vendors to participate in its annual Strawberry Festival on June 8. For more information, call Janet Cieply, manager, Auxiliary Services, at 724-258-1090.

HAPPENINGS

Concert

Woodville Plantation, Bridgeville, will hold an open house from 1 to 4 p.m. May 30. Admission is $5 for adults and $3 for children. Ages 6 and under are free. The plantation will be closed May 27.

Bus trip

South Fayette Township Parks & Recreation will offer Casino Hop – Mountaineer Casino, Rivers Casino, The Meadows Casino, May 30 and 31. Bus departs from South Fayette Senior Center at 515 Millers Run Road at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday and returns at 7 p.m. Thursday. Cost is $130 per person. To register, call 412-221-8700 ext. 217 or visit www.southfayettepa.com/recreation.

Creative Café

Upper St. Clair Public Library will host Creative Café, a group to help support people’s creative endeavors. The group meets from 2 to 3 p.m. the first Friday of each month. The group creates a space to talk about what creativity means and how they overcome negative emotions. For details, visit www.twpusc.org/library/library-home.

Free screening

The new documentary film, “The Nuns, the Priests and the Bombs,” will be shown in several places in the Pittsburgh area June 1 and 3, including: St. Winifred Parish, Castle Shannon, 7 p.m. June 1; Sisters of the Divine Providence Motherhouse Auditorium, 2 p.m. June 3; and Carlow University, Palumbo Hall, Room 107, 6:30 p.m. June 3. The film talks about the urgent need for nuclear disarmament, the destructive power of these weapons and the work people of faith are doing to bring this issue to the public’s attention. There is no charge to view the film, but a collection will be taken to promote the film around the country. For more information, call 412-445-7102.

Hosta show

The Daffodil & Hosta Society of Western Pennsylvania’s Annual Hosta Show will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. June 2, at Soergel Orchards Farm Market in Wexford. Hosta plant sales begin at 10 a.m. Entries for the juried show of cut leaf as well as potted hostas/arrangements will be accepted from 5 to 8 p.m. June 1, and from 8 to 10 a.m. the day of the show. Admission to the show is free. For more information, call Jim Kalka, hosta show chair, at 724-933-3382.

Bus trip

South Fayette Township Parks & Recreation will offer a day trip to Rocky Gap Casino on June 27. Bus departs from South Fayette Senior Center at 515 Millers Run Road at 7:30 a.m. and returns at 8:30 p.m. Cost is $50 per person. To register, call 412-221-8700 ext. 217 or sign up online at www.southfayettepa.com/recreation.

Bus trip

Baldwin United Methodist Church will hold a trip to Memphis and Nashville Aug. 20-25. Day one includes a complimentary dinner and overnight stay at the Drury Hotel. Day two travel to Memphis and stay at the Four Points Sheraton Memphis East for two nights. Day three begins with a city sightseeing tour including the Duck March at the Peabody Hotel, Sun Records guided studio tour and Elvis’ Graceland, followed by dinner at Corky’s BBQ. Day four, travel to Nashville and visit the Country Music Hall of Fame, then stay at the Gaylord Opryland Resort for two nights and dinner at Cascades Restaurant. Day five includes a guided sightseeing tour with a local singer/songwriter and tour of Andrew Jackson’s home “Hermitage” before dinner and the Grand Ole Opry show. For costs and reservations, call Elaine Lewis at 412-885-4560. Reservations and full payment must be made before July 13.

HEALTH

Parkinson’s fitness

Delay the Disease, a fitness class for those managing Parkinson’s disease, is held from 2 to 3 p.m. Thursdays, through June 14, at Westminster Recreation & Outreach Center (WROC), at Westminster Presbyterian Church, Upper St. Clair. This Parkinson’s specific fitness program is designed to proactively minimize tremors and improve flexibility, stability, balance and strength. For more information, visit wroc.westminster-church.org or call Kathy at 412-835-6630 ext. 200.

Essential oils

New to essential oils and interested in learning about doTERRA CPTG Essential Oils? Classes are held from 7 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays, at The Physical Therapy Center, 1699 Washington Road (ground floor), Bethel Park. Upcoming classes include: May 23 — Gardening with Essential Oils, May 30 — Essential Oil Basics. To register, contact Deb Bosco at 724-713-6217 or bosco.deb@gmail.com.

COPD cruise

Breathe Pennsylvania, a nonprofit organization that helps the residents of southwestern Pennsylvania achieve and maintain optimal lung health, will hold its annual “Breathing in the ‘Burgh” Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Cruise on the Gateway Clipper Fleet in Station Square from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 15. Cost of $10 includes one guest registration and lunch for both cruisers. Breathe Pennsylvania will provide boarding assistance to COPD patients and caregivers. Registration and payment are required by June 1, by calling 724-772-1750, or register online at www.breathepa.org.

LIBRARIES

Bethel Park

• An Introduction to Reiki, 7 p.m. May 30. Register.

• Libraries Rock! Summer Reading Kick-off Event, 6 to 8 p.m. May 31. Register, make rock star buttons and listen to live bands. Student bands will perform from 6 to 7 followed by Bill Pate. Register beginning May 30.

• Introduction to Transcendental Meditation, 7 p.m. May 31. TM eliminates accumulated deep stress and fatigue, allows for clearer thinking, greater energy and creativity, wakes up the brain and allows the body and mind to enjoy balanced health and freshness of life. Register.

• Rock Your Room, 10 a.m. June 2, for grades 3 and 4. Learn to make an area rug out of a dish mat and old t-shirts. Dish mats will be supplied. Bring old t-shirts; extra scraps of materials will be available. Register beginning May 30.

For more, visit www.bethelparklibrary.org. Register at 412-835-2207.

Bridgeville

• Blue Heron Nature Skills: Wild Salads Plant Walk, 4 p.m. May 26, at Chartiers Park. Register online.

• The library will be closed Monday, May 28, in observance of Memorial Day.

• Mosaic Stepping Stones Craft, 6 p.m. May 31. Repurpose old dishes and make a stepping stone for your garden. Cost is $5 per person. Adults only. Register and pay at the circulation desk.

• 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

• The library will be closed May 26-28 in observance of Memorial Day, and also Sundays, Memorial Day through Labor Day.

• Cooking Fun, 6:30 p.m. May 29, for children, tweens and teens. Registration is required to make sure enough supplies are purchased.

• Classic Movie Showing, 2 p.m. May 25. Sean Connery stars in this movie about a resourceful British government agent who seeks answers in a case involving the disappearance of a colleague and the disruption of the American space program. Registration appreciated.

For more, visit castleshannonlibrary.org.

Frank Sarris

• Ultimate Gaming Friday, 3 to 5 p.m. May 25, for all ages.

• Poetry Open Mic, 4 to 5 p.m. May 25. Recite your poems or listen to those created by other local teens. Contact Beth Kairush, Teen Advisory Board coordinator, with questions at bkairush@franksarrislibrary.org or 724-745-1308 option #1.

• The library will be closed on Monday, May 28, in observance of Memorial Day.

• Page Turners Book Club, 4 p.m. May 31, for high school students. Discuss “The Circle” by Dave Eggers.

For more, visit www.franksarrislibrary.org. Register at 724-745-1308.

Peters

• Teen Afternoon Movie, 3 to 5 p.m. June 1, for grades 6 and up. Feature film: “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” (PG-13).

• Library Youth Advisory Council, 11 a.m. to noon on June 2, for grades 6 and up.

• Teen Book and Lunch Club, noon to 1 p.m. June 2, for grades 6 and up. Discuss “Ready Player One” by Ernest Cline. A pizza lunch will be provided.

• The library is closed on Sundays throughout the summer, through Sept. 2.

• Maker Monday, 4 to 4:45 p.m. June 4, for ages 9-13.

• Poster Art and Design, 4 to 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays, June 5, 12, 20 and 26, for ages 6 ½ to 13. Cost is $20 plus supplies.

For more, visit www.ptlibrary.org.

Scott

• Scottie’s Toddler Storytime, 10:15 a.m. Mondays, for children ages 2-3 ½ with a caregiver. Stories, movement, rhymes and song.

• Scottie’s Preschool Storytime, 10 a.m. Tuesdays and 1 p.m. Wednesdays, for children ages 3-6 with a caregiver. Stories, movement, songs and crafts.

• Scrabble & Games Club for adults, 2 p.m. Tuesdays. All levels of Scrabble players are welcome.

• Mystery Stories from Around the World, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursdays. A relaxed discussion of stories from mystery and crime writers popular in their native lands. Register ahead of time online or by phone to get a copy of the story for the week.

For more, visit www.scottlibrary.org. Register online or call 412-429-5380.

South Fayette

• Sleep Apnea and Sleep Disorders, 7 p.m. May 29. Betty Myers, clinical education manager and respiratory therapist for the Sleep Center of Greater Pittsburgh, will discuss the diagnosis and treatment of sleep apnea and other sleep disorders. Register online.

• Puppy Tales, 1:30 p.m. June 2, at the South Fayette Senior Center. Children ages 6 and up will read to trained therapy dogs in a supportive and fun environment, and also make a craft. Registration required.

• The library will be closed on Monday, May 28, in observance of Memorial Day.

• 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. Participants must attend at least six of the eight evening sessions to be eligible for the tournament, which is held in the ninth week. Register online.

For more, visit southfayettelibrary.org. Register online or call 412-257-8660.

Upper St. Clair

• Genealogy: Write Your Life Story, 7 p.m. May 24. During this new monthly series, James Hagerty will talk about how to write life stories about oneself or others and how to interview loved ones to preserve their recollections for future generations.

• The library will be closed on Monday, May 28, in observance of Memorial Day.

• World War II: The Home Front, Part 3, 7 p.m. May 31. Blackouts, rationing, war bonds, sabotage, income tax-these were just a few of the things that Americans confronted on the homefront for the first time in World War II. Todd DePastino talks about how World War II changed everyday life in the United States. Part 4 of the series will be held on June 5. Register for each session individually, online or by phone.

For more, visit www.twpusc.org. Register online or call 412-835-5540.

REUNIONS

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.

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.

SUPPORT GROUPS

Caregiver support

Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group will meet from noon to 1 p.m. May 24, at Westminster Presbyterian Church, Upper St. Clair. For more information, visit www.westminster-church.org or call 412-835-6630.

Bereavement support

GriefShare, a bereavement support group, is held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursdays, through May, at the Bible Chapel, 300 Gallery Drive, McMurray. For more information, email griefshare@biblechapel.org or visit biblechapel.org.

Camp Healing Hearts

Family Hospice and Palliative Care offers Camp Healing Hearts, a free one-day bereavement camp for grieving children and their family members, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, June 30, at Carlow University. Staffed by licensed professionals from Family Hospice and trained volunteers, this free camp is offered for children ages 6 to 12 and their parents/guardians who have experienced the death of a loved one. A continental breakfast and lunch are included. Preregistration is required. Applications must be completed by June 15. To start the application process, contact the Family Hospice bereavement department at 412-572-8829 or amartinez@FamilyHospicePA.org.

WORKSHOPS/CLASSES

Fitness classes

Peters Township Recreation Center offers Back to Basics: Keep Fit for Life from 10 to 11 a.m. Mondays or 11 a.m. to noon on Wednesdays. This all-ages workout combines low impact cardio, strength training, balance, core work and yoga. Cost is $50 for members and $75 for non-members. To learn more, stop by the Rec Center or visit www.peterstownship.com.