Jan 9, 2023 5 min read

BLOOD DRIVE

Our Lady of Hope Parish will conduct a blood drive from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Frawley Hall at St. Valentine Church, located on Ohio Street in Bethel Park. Visit donateblood.centralbloodbank.org or vitalant.org to schedule an appointment. Parishioners should use the group code: G0040305. For more information, call 412-209-7000. For those unable to schedule online, call Lisa at 412-726-6942 or Mary at 412-884-1283.

PT LIBRARY

The Peters Township Library, located on East McMurray Road will host its annual preschool fair from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 21. The event helps caregivers gather information regarding preschool choices for their children. Representatives from area preschools and day-care centers will be available to answer questions. Among the participants so far are: John McMillan Preschool, Noah’s Ark Preschool, Positive Steps Therapy, St. John’s Catholic Preschool, Sunshine Kids, Tender Shepherd Preschool at The Bible Chapel, Children’s Therapy Center, Ivybrook Academy, St. Louise de Marillac Catholic School, and Westminster Early Childhood Program. Visit ptlibrary.org or call 724-941-9430 for more details.

TRAVEL SHOW

The Pittsburgh Travel Showcase, presented by AAA, will be held Jan. 20-22 at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. Hours are noon to 6 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $10. Visit www.PittsburghTravel Showcase.com for more details.

BP LIBRARY

The Bethel Park Public Library offers the following:

n Math Lab from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Jan. 26. All levels of fifth- and sixth-grade math, pre-algebra, algebra 1 and geometry will be reviewed.

n Shape UP at 10 a.m. Jan. 23 for ages 3 to 6 with a caregiver. This preschool storytime event is all about shapes.

n Personalizing Your Laptop at 12:30 p.m. Jan. 17. This free, beginner’s class will cover the task bar, toolbars and folders.

n Talk Saves Lives at 6:30 p.m. Jan. 26. This American Foundation for Suicide Prevention talk provides an overview about prevention, including the most up-to-date research, and what can be done in communities to save lives. Participants learn common risk factors and warning signs associated with suicide, and how to keep themselves and others safe.

Registration for all events is accepted at the library or by visiting www.bethelparklibrary.org. Call 412-835-2207 for more information.

SNOW BABIES

Ages 7 to 11 can create two different baby Arctic animals by using a painting technique and paper during a Creative Kids event being held from 2 to 3:15 p.m. Jan. 16 at the Peters Township Recreation Center. Fee is $5 ($8 for non-members). Visit peterstownship.com or call 724-942-5000 to register. Deadline is noon on Jan. 13.

BWC TO MEET

The Bethel Woman’s Club will meet Jan. 18 at the South Hills Elks Lodge 2213, located at 2789 South Park Rd. There will be a social gathering at 11:30 with lunch served at noon. Keith Morse, director of Tri-Community South, will share updates on the EMS program. Checks for the luncheon must be received by Jan. 13. Call 412-831-1861 for reservations and further details.

BP LIVE WELL

Financial wellness will be the topic of discussion at 7 p.m. Jan. 18 in the Live Well Bethel Park series, which airs on the municipality’s Facebook page. Other topics and dates in 2023 include: Help for Seasonal Affective Disorder on Feb. 8; Giving back to the community on March 15, and Pet Care: Health and training tips on April 12. Visit www.bethelpark.net/livewell for full program details.

CHABAD STUDY

The Jewish Learning Institute will launch Book Smart, a six-part page-turner that courses through Judaism’s most important titles, and the authors who inscribed them, at 7:20 p.m. Jan. 25 at Chabad of the South Hills or via Zoom.

Visit www.chabadsh.com to register or email rabbi@chabadsh.com with further questions.

SPACE CADETS

A junior space cadets program will be held from 2 to 3 p.m. Jan. 25 in the multipurpose room at the Peters Township Community Center. Ages 3 to 5 will explore outer space through games, art and play. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Fee is $5 ($8 non members). Visitwww.peterstownship.com or call 724-942-5000 to register. Deadline is Jan. 23.

DIY PROJECT

The Peters Township Parks and Recreation Center will conduct a terrarium-making program for ages 13-17 from 6 to 7 p.m. Feb. 1. Supplies will be provided. Fee is $10 ($15 non members). Visitwww.peterstownship.com or call 724-942-5000 to register. Deadline is Jan. 30.

PT FITNESS

Registration for the Peters Township Commit To Fit Challenge is being accepted at the community recreation center or at www.peterstownship.com. The event runs from Feb. 1 to 28. There is no fee for all Peters Township Recreation Center members. Participants walk along the indoor track and document their miles. The walker with the most miles wins a prize. Sign-up deadline is Jan. 31. Call 724-942-5000.

TEEN SOCIAL

The Peters Township Parks and Recreation Department will hold a teen volunteer and social from 6 to 8 p.m. Jan. 31 at the community center. Ages 13 to 17 can attend and learn about working behind the scenes and helping to prep for an upcoming event. Participants can earn community service hours, learn new skills and socialize with peers. Email: LMorris@peterstownship.com or call 724-942-500 to register.

VENDORS NEEDED

Applications for vendors and class proposals for the Pittsburgh Creative Arts Festival are being accepted. Deadline for class proposals is Feb. 14. Email pghfiberfestival@gmail.com for details. The festival will be held Aug. 24-26 at the Double Tree Hotel in Green Tree. Visit http://www.pghknitandcrochet.com for more details on the event or the club.