What’s Happening Week of June 5
FORT PITT FUN
The Fort Pitt Museum offers the following programs to bring the history of Pittsburgh to life.
Artillery and Chocolate will be held from noon to 4 p.m. June 5
Visitors learn how chocolate was made and consumed during the 1700s. A blacksmith will forge red-hot iron, visitors can try colonial chocolate, and there will be a ceremonial firing of the Fort Pitt Museum’s replica British six-pounder cannon.
American Indian Living History will be held from noon until 4 p.m. June 11 and 12.
Historians from Fort Pitt Museum, Meadowcroft Rockshelter and Historic Village, and members of the federally recognized tribes that once called Western Pennsylvania home will team up for a special two-day American Indian Living History Weekend. Visitors will learn about which tribes frequented the land near the Forks of the Ohio and see outdoor living history demonstrations related to cooking, hunting, and other daily life activities.
Admission is free for the programs but regular admission applies to enter the Fort Pitt Museum and access its exhibitions.
PT REC
The Peters Township Recreation Department will hold tie-dye classes for Tweens and Teens on June 7 at the community center. Ages 9 to 12 meet from 5 to 6:15 p.m. while ages 13 to 17 meet from 7 to 8:15 p.m.
Fee is $10 ($15 for non-members).
Visit www.peterstownship.com or call 724-942-5000 to register.
AGING PROGRAM
Theresa Lalak, CDP, and Liz Morian, CDP, of Artis Senior Living will present a program on aging at 11 a.m. June 10 at the Bethel Park Library.
Age-related changes in memory and learning, lifestyle threats to brain health, and actions that can be taken to protect the brain and maintain brain function will be discussed.
To register call, 412-835-2207.
ESTATE PLANNING
Tracy Zimmer will discuss estate planning basics at 11 a.m. June 21 at the Bethel Park Library.
The seminar will include information about Wills and Power of Attorney as well as what happens to assets when after death.
FIELD DAY
The Peters Township Parks and Recreation Department will conduct kids field days from 1:30 to 3 p.m. June 7 or June 14 in Peterswood Park. Meet at Shelter 4.
Ages 7 to 11 can participate.
Fee is $5 ($8 for non-members).
Visit www.peterstownship.com or call 724-942-5000 to register. Deadlines are June 6 and June 13.
ADULT READING
The Bethel Park Library’s summer reading program has begun and continues through July 31.
Participants can win prizes, such as a $25 gift certificate, by reading or listening to books.
For more details call 412-835-2207 or visit online for an entry form.
AUTHOR SPEAKS
Nicole Spindler will talk about two books: a memoir titled, “Beyond Life’s Moments,” and her recently published fiction novel, “The Reason Why!” at 6:30 p.m. June 29 at the Bethel Park Library.
SUB SUBJECT
The science of submarines will be the topic of a program for grades 4 to 6 to be held June 11 at the Bethel Park Public Library. Two sessions will be offered at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
To participate in the hands-on program and learn about the science behind the ability to dive and surface, register at the library.
SHARK TANK
The Bethel Park Library will host a Shark Tank event where children and teens present their program ideas to the staff. Prizes will be awarded for first, second and third place and the winning program will be offered by the Youth Services Department in the autumn.
Register at the library or call 412-835-2207.
SINGLES MEETING
The Association of University People (AUP) will meet for dinner at 5 p.m. June 9 at Silk Road Gourmet Restaurant in Caste Village Shopping Center.
New members are welcome. Membership is open to singles ages 50 and older who are four-year college graduates.
RSVP to Nancy 412-862-7861.
The group will meet again at 5 p.m. June 21 at Bravo Italian Kitchen in Homestead.
RSVP to Tony 412-736-9988.
SW BUC NIGHT
The Southwest Communities Chamber of Commerce will host a night at the ballpark when the Pirates take on the Giants on June 17 at PNC Park. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Game time is 7:05 p.m.
Tickets include seats, food and two beers.
Non-members may register and will be placed on a waitlist.
Registration is due June 12.
Visit www.southwestcommunitieschampber.org to register.
SPRING MARKET
The Carnegie West Main Spring Market will be held from noon until 3 p.m. June 12 in the parking lot on West Main and Third streets. This one-day event features food, vendors, art and music.
Visit http://www.carnegieborough.com for more details.
RECYCLING
The Pennsylvania Resources Council (PRC) traveling glass recycling bin will be at Findlay Township public works garage from June 11 to 16 and at Boyce Park from June 18 to 23. Hours are typically 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
The free recycling service accepts glass bottles, jars and jug of all colors. Containers should be empty and rinsed, with lids and labels still on. Bags and boxes used to deliver glass must be discarded off-site.
Visit www.prc.org/glass for more details.
SENIOR PROGRAMS
The four Carnegie Museums offers a line-up of programs for adults.
Mindful Museum is offered Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Carnegie Museum of Art.
Ages 55 and older can attend. Fee is $50 ($80 for non-members).
A free senior social for ages 65 and older will be held at the Andy Warhol Museum on June 17 from 10 a.m. to noon.
Visit carnegiemuseums.org for more details.
ART CAMP
The Carnegie Museum of Art will offer summer camps running from June 13 to Aug. 19.
Ages 6 to 18 are eligible for full-day activities exploring creativity.
Visit carnegiemuseums.org for more details.