Aug 15, 2023 8 min read

CHABAD EVENTS

Chabad of the South Hills Mt. Lebanon will hold the following events:

n Babyccino, a chic meet for moms and tots, will be held at 10:30 a.m. Aug. 27. Fee is $12 for the event, which will explore the high holidays in pint-size proportions via music, movement, sensory stimulants and expressive arts. Register at chabadsh.com/babyccino. Email hindy@chabadsh.com for more details.

n C-Teens Kickoff from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Sept. 6. Jewish teens in grades 6-8 can attend this BBQ that will feature competitive, fun games. Tickets are $15 ($10 until Sept. 3). Contact Rabbi Levi Rosenbaum at 412-689-1650 or email rabbilevi@chabadsh.com for more information.

n Ladies Night Out at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 11. In addition to a buffet, featuring Rosh Hashanah salads and side dishes, Deborah Rubin will speak on seeing blessings when navigating an unexpected medical challenges. Price is $18. RSVP at chabadsh.com/ladies/.

n Senior high holiday lunch at 1 p.m. Sept. 13. Suggested donation is $5. The event, presented by Comfort Keepers, will include lunch, honey cake and holiday program.

n Seniors in the Sukkah will be held at 1 p.m. Oct. 4 and include holiday music, program, lunch, Shake the Lulav and Etrog as well as raffles.

Call 412-278-2658 to register.

ELKS EVENT

The South Hills Elks 2213 will host an oldies but goodies dance from 6 to 10 p.m. Aug. 26 at its Bethel Park location at 2789 South Park Road. Menu is limited for this cash-only event. Also the kitchen is open Wednesdays from 5 to 8 p.m. for daily specials. For details on either activity, call 412-831-0616.

KNIT FESTIVAL

The Pittsburgh Creative Arts Festival will be held Aug. 24-26 at the DoubleTree Hotel in Green Tree. There will be vendors and activities for those who knit, crochet, quilt and create. Tickets are $15 (cash only) at the door but are discounted when purchased online at pghknitandcrochet.com/festival/admission-tickets.

CARNEGIE MUSIC

The Tania Grubbs Quartet will perform at 7 p.m. Aug. 24 at the Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall on 300 Beechwood Ave. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door. Tania Grubbs, along with her husband, Jeff, a bassist with the Pittsburgh Symphony, and her quartet will perform jazz favorites. Visit carnegiecarnegie.org or call 412-276-3456 for tickets or more details.

FALL FITNESS

Westminster Presbyterian Church in Upper St. Clair will offer an array of fitness classes this fall. Registration is being accepted for the following: Barre Sculpt; Burn & Sculpt; Flow Yoga; Zumba; Cardio Kickboxing; Tai Chi; Cardio Strength Fusion; Stronger Bones/Better Balance; Parkinson’s Fitness – Keep Moving with Boxing Visit wroc.westminster-church.org to sign up or call 412-835-6630 for more details.

PT LIBRARY

Read Local/Eat Local will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 9 at the Peters Township Public Library, located at 616 East McMurray Road. The event will feature 22 authors and their works and illustrations. Food trucks from Tango Authentic Argentinian Food, Hott Dawgz, and Donut NV will be available in the parking lot of this outdoor event. Visit ptlibrary.org or call 724-941-9430 for more details.

COLLEGE CLUB

The College Club of Carnegie will meet Sept. 9 at Scoglio’s Restaurant, 661 Andersen Drive, in the Foster Plaza, Building 7. Social starts at 11:30 a.m. with lunch served at noon. The 90th Anniversary Celebration will be discussed. Women with post-secondary degrees can attend. Call Therese Condit at 412-279-4458 for further information or membership details.

SH CLASS OF ‘63

The South Hills High School Class of 1963 will be celebrate its 60th reunion with a luncheon from noon to 5 p.m. Sept. 16 at the Crown Plaza Hotel, located across from South Hills Village. Tickets are $50 per person. Email: sandi.demas@yahoo.com or call 412-854-2740 for details.

BP CLASS OF ’68

The Bethel Park High School Class of 1968 will celebrate its 55th reunion from 6 to 10 p.m. Sept. 9 at Al’s Cafe, located at 440 McMurray Road. Tickets are $60 per person. In addition to hors d’oeuvre there will be a cash bar. Make checks payable to Laura Dave and mail to 20 Radnor Ave., Pittsburgh, PA, 15221. Deadline is Aug. 19. Call 412-835-5577 for more information.

KO CLASS OF ’78

Keystone Oaks High School Class of 1978 will celebrate its 45th reunion from 7 to 11 p.m. Sept. 16 at the Alpine Club in Bridgeville. A happy hour will be held at 7 p.m. Sept. 15 at the Dormont VFW. Tickets for the reunion are $40 per person. Email: crumrhoa@gmail.com or call 412-310-5175 for more details.

BP CLASS OF ’93

The Bethel Park High School Class of 1983 will celebrate its 40th reunion from 5:30 p.m. to midnight Oct. 28 at The Crowne Plaza, located across from South Hills Village. Tickets are $60 per person. In addition to dinner, there will be a cash bar, DJ and karaoke. Visit: videodocmarketing.wixsite.com/bphs-83reunion/40th-registration to register or call Bryan Rudolph at 407-982-3176 for more details.

GIANT OAKS

The Giant Oaks Garden Club will meet at 11:15 a.m. Sept. 7 at St. David’s Episcopal Church, 905 McMurray Rd. A guest from the University of Pittsburgh will discuss how to maintain a sustainable garden through hydroponics at 12:45 p.m. Luncheon fee is $6. Register by calling 724-470-4503.

WHOLE FOOD

Getting Started with a Whole Food Plant-based Lifestyle will be the topic of a seminar being held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 9 at the Green Tree Library, located at 10 W. Manilla Ave. Fee is $5. Registration is required. Visit: www.greentreelibrary.org/events to sign up.

Dr. Areti Fistoris NP, Naomi Herman, and Terri West will speak while Leigh Garbo-Minniefield will lead a chair yoga and meditation practice. Topics such as protein, cost, allergies, taste, and family situations will be addressed.

Additionally, Plant-Based Pittsburgh South is a support group started for whole-food, plant-based eaters in the South Hills. It is a subsidiary of Plant Based Pittsburgh. Visit www.plantbasedpittsburgh.com for more information.

AUTHOR SHOWCASE

The West Jefferson Hills Historical Society’s local author showcase will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 13 at the Jefferson Hills Municipal Building located at 935 Old Clairton Road. The free community event will feature author tables of multiple genres with signed copies available for purchase. Genres include Romance, Historical Fiction and Nonfiction, Inspirational, Folklore, Sports, Mystery, and Young Adult. A special Children’s Nook with five authors will have activities and crafts. Essays on favorite books by Jefferson Hills Intermediate students will be on display. There will also be food trucks from Banana Peppers, Bruster’s Ice Cream, and Coffee Tree Roasters on site.

MEMBER SEARCH

The Shamrock Manor Women’s Club will celebrate its 60th anniversary Sept. 6 with dinner, cocktails, and entertainment at the Bethel Park Community Center. All current and former members are invited to attend. Email rendinej@yahoo.com to be added to the guest list.

FASHION SHOW

The Keynotes Music Scholarship luncheon and fashion show will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sept. 16 at South Hills Country Club. In addition to fashions from J.Jill and food, there will be a raffle, a lottery tree, 50/50, and musical performances. Tickets are $50. Call 412-491-7250 for tickets or more information regarding sponsorships, advertising or a raffle donation.

CARD PARTY

The Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians, St. Anne’s Division 21, will host an Irish fling card party and luncheon from 11:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 7 in Benedict Hall of South Hills Catholic Academy, 550 Sleepy Hollow Rd. Tickets are $20. Call 412-892-9284 or e-mail rafferty209@comcast.net to purchase tickets.

ELKS COLLECTION

The South Hills Elks 2213, 2789 South Park Rd. in Bethel Park, are collecting items for welcome home kits for veterans. Items needed include: dishes, pots, pans, kitchenware, oven mitts, baking sheets, towel, toiletries, including toothpaste, shampoo and soap, shower liners and rings, toilet paper and paper towels, coffeemakers, toasters, light bulbs, trash casn and bags, dish soap and all-purpose cleaner, brooms, mops, bucket, sponge, laundry baskets and detergent, microwaves, pillows, blankets and queen-size bedding. For details, call 412-831-0616.

BOWLERS WANTED

The Graduates are looking for mature ladies to bowl in their league Mondays at 9:30 a.m. beginning Sept. 11 at the Mt. Lebanon Lanes. Call 412-977-4407 for more information.

TOPS OF CARNEGIE

Take Off Pounds Sensible (TOPS) meets every Thursday at Chartiers Life Span, 300 Lincoln Ave., Carnegie. Weigh-in is at 2 p.m., following by class from 2:30 to 3. If interested, call Francis at 412-818-7489.

AARP CHAPTER 3016

AARP Chapter 3016 meets the second of the month year-round at Unity Presbyterian Church, 1146 Greentree Road, Greentree. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Light refreshments are served. Anyone over 55 is welcome. A picnic will be held Aug. 15 at Scott Township Park. If interested, call Beverly at 412-563-3961.