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What’s Happening: Week of April 28

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Glass recycling

Pennsylvania Resources Council will host three “pop-up” glass recycling collection events in May in response to the sudden removal of glass from many of the region’s residential curbside recycling programs.

The events will take place 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 4 at Peters Township Middle School; May 11 at Village Square Mall, sponsored by Township of Upper St. Clair; May 18 at Collier Township Municipal Building.

Since launching in early March, the pop-up glass campaign has attracted more than 1,500 participants and arranged for the recycling of 23 tons of glass.

PRC’s network is sponsored by CAP Glass, Owens Illinois and Straub Brewery in conjunction with several local municipalities impacted by recent changes in curbside recycling regulations.

PRC will host additional glass collections in June and July.

For more information, visit www.prc.org/glassrecycling or email glass@prc.org.

Jewish history program

Eric Lidji, director of the Rauh Jewish History Program and Archives at the Heinz History Center, will present “The Jewish History of Western Pennsylvania: 1838-1938” at 7 p.m. May 8 at Mt. Lebanon Public Library

Lidji is the curator of its website Generation to Generation, which profiles Jewish families and communities throughout Western Pennsylvania, a co-editor of the book “Her Deeds Sing Her Praises: Profiles of Pittsburgh Jewish Women, and author of “The Seventeenth Generation: The Lifework of Rabbi Walter Jacob.” The program is presented by the Historical Society of Mount Lebanon.

Pittsburgh Rose Society

The Pittsburgh Rose Society will be hold a meeting at 1:30 p.m. May 10 in the multipurpose room of Upper St. Clair Township Library, 1820 McLaughlin Run Road.

Guest speaker will be Andy Amrhein, KDKA’s Hardware Guy and owner of Evey’s True Value Hardware in Bethel Park. He is a regular guest speaker on KDKA’s “Pittsburgh Live Today” and is the voice of “Saturday Morning True Value Home Improvement Hour.” He will discuss what is new in the gardening equipment world and answer all garden supply and tool questions.

This event is free and open to the public. Registration is requested on the Upper St. Clair website, twpusc.libcal.com/event/4999272.

Post Office seminar

Select Western Pennsylvania District post offices will host seminars to help small businesses learn about the products and services offered by the Postal Service designed to help their business prosper.

Seminars have been designed to afford the opportunity to network and gain marketing insights.

The Bethel Park Post Office, 2765 South Park Road, will host a seminar from 1 to 3 p.m. May 7.

Giant Oaks Garden Club

Giant Oaks Garden Club will meet at 11 a.m. May 2 for its monthly Luncheon and program at St David’s Episcopal Church, 905 E. McMurray Road in Peters Township

Claire Schuchman, a Phipps master gardener and author, will speak about an organic and sustainable approach to gardening that works with nature and low maintenance.

If you would like to attend as a guest, call Mary Meta at 412-835-4253.

Divorce workshop

A divorce workshop for women will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 8 at Southminster Presbyterian Church, 799 Washington Road in Mt. Lebanon.

The four-hour workshop will explore the legal, financial, and emotional issues of divorce to educate on what to expect and how to prepare. Attendees will gain a greater understanding of how to get through the divorce process with the least amount of cost, conflict and collateral damage.

Materials fee is $35 per person and pre-registration is necessary by June 6th to Donna at 724-493-9695.

Life After Addiction

The Substance Addiction Ministry of St. Louise de Marillac Church is hosting a presentation on May 7 at 7 p.m. in LeGras Hall, 320 McMurray Road, Upper St. Clair, called “Life After Addiction: A Journey of Healing and Hope”.

The speaker is William McCabe, who has been in recovery for 30 years. During his addiction, he became “homeless, unemployable, and was physically dying”; now, he is the CEO of Silver Pines Treatment Center in Mahanoy City and has dedicated his life to helping those with chemical dependency, as well as their family members and loved ones.

No cost and no registration required.

Church garage sale

Lakeview Christian Life Church will hold its 40th annual “Best Ever Garage Sale” from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. May 4 at the church, One Lakeview Place, off Morganza Road, Cecil Township. Sale items include appliances, furniture, electronics, books, toys, plants, games, household items and clothing. Hot dogs and snacks will be available. For more information, call 724-746-3200.

Summer Dance Camps

Spencer Family Y, Bethel Park, will offer the following dance camps:

• Prince and Princess Dance Camp for children ages 3-5 includes a dance class, craft and time for a snack from home, plus a creative play. Session I runs June 17 and 24; Session II runs July 11 and 18. Both sessions are from 10:30 a.m. to noon and are $30 per session.

• Swan Lake Camp for ages 6-12 will teach students ballet, jazz and character dances. A craft of tutu construction will also be part of this camp. Session I runs June 20 and 27; Session II runs July 11 and 18. Both sessions are from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and are $40 per session. Space is limited. To register, call 412-347-6565 or visit thedapcoopzumba@hotmail.com.

Peters Twp. Community Day

The 41st Annual Peters Township Community Day is scheduled for Saturday, June 29, at Peterswood Park. Vendor applications will be sent out in March. To be added to the mailing list, email ltaylor@peterstownship.com.

Bus trip

Baldwin Community United Methodist Church will offer a foodie field trip to Cleveland’s West Side Market in the Ohio City District on May 29. Some of the featured venues include ethnic cuisine, baked goods, fresh meats, cheeses, produce and more. Enjoy lunch at CROP (Creative Restaurant Operations Platform), rated No. 1 in the city. After lunch, enjoy a city tour, where you will drive by the Rock Hall, Gateway Sports Complex, Playhouse Square and more. Bring your own cooler or use coolers that will be provided to keep purchases safe until your return to Pittsburgh. Cost per person is $118, and includes transportation, lunch, stops per itinerary, step-on-guide, meal, guide and driver gratuity. Reservations and full payment due before April 29. For more information, call Elaine at 412-885-4560.

Bus trip

Baldwin Community United Methodist Church will offer a bus trip to New England Aug. 3-9. Highlights include West Point Military Academy, Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Morse Family Farm, Trapp Family Lodge, Ben & Jerry’s, Quechee Gorge, Nubble Light House, guided tour of Kennebunkport, guided tour of the city of Portland, L.L. Bean, Lighthouse Lovers cruise, Len Libby Chocolatier and Candies, and Mark Twain’s house. Cost per person is $1,311 double occupancy, $1,221 triple occupancy or $1,651 single occupancy. Insurance is available. Make checks payable to Elaine Lewis and mail to her at: 5123 Dolores Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15227. Include name, address and phone, and name of roommate(s). A $100 deposit is due with initial reservation. Full payment is due before July 1.

Country line dancing

Country line dancing is held from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays at VFW Post 764, 460 Valley Brook Road, Peters Township. Beginners are welcome. For more information, call Bonnie at 724-746-1222.

LIBRARIES

Andrew Carnegie

• S.T.E.A.M. on Saturdays will return in June.

• Abandoned Pittsburgh, 7 to 8 p.m. April 29. Local photography expert Chuck Beard will discuss his project on rediscovering Pittsburgh.

• Kindergarten Readiness Program, Math & Science 4U will begin May 13. For information, call Elizabeth Shedlock at 412-276-3456 ext. 11 or visit the library’s website.

Bethel Park

• Wise Walk, 9:30 a.m. Thursdays, April 18-June 20. This 10-week walking program for adults age 50 and older will take place in South Park. The kick-off meeting will be held at 10 a.m. April 11 in the library. Register.

• How to Sell Your House Faster and For More Money … On a Budget, 7 p.m. April 29. Register.

• Escape Room, 7 p.m. April 29, for grades 5 and 6. Solve puzzles to solve a mystery to break out of the library and win prizes. Register.

Castle Shannon

• Sign language class. Class will cover basic vocabulary including the alphabet, colors, animals. Third Monday of the month (March-December) 7 p.m.

• Family Game Night, 6:30 p.m. April 30

• Superhero Night, 6:30 p.m. May 7

• Junior Librarians, 6:30 p.m. May 14. Help check out books, put books away, and learn things about the library.

• Cooking Fun, 6:30 p.m. May 21, for children of all ages.

• Cook the Book Discussion Group, 7 p.m. May 22. This month’s book: “When We Found Home Cooking” by Susan Mallery. Register.

• Books ‘n Brews Book Discussion, 7 p.m. May 28, at Spoonwood Brewing, 5981 Baptist Road, Castle Shannon. Book to be determined. Appetizers provided.

• Young Adult Book Club, 6:30 p.m. May 29. Pick a book to read and discuss as a group.

Mt. Lebanon

The board of trustees of the library announces its regular meetings for 2019-20: May 21, June 18, July 16, Sept. 17, Oct. 22 and Nov. 19; in 2020, Jan. 21, Feb. 18, March 17 and April 21. All meetings are held at 7 p.m., with the exception of Oct. 22, and are held at 7 p.m. in Public Meeting Room B.

Peters

• Mystery Book Club, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. April 30. Discuss “The Kill Artist” by Daniel Silva.

• Coloring, Coffee and Classics, 9:15 to 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays in Café Lee.

Scott

• Classic Movie Series: “West Side Story,” 1 to 3 p.m. April 30, for adults.

Upper St. Clair

• Cozy Up With Books, ladies morning book discussion group, 10 a.m. May 2 in the multipurpose room. This month’s selection is The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein. New members welcome.

• Creativity Café, 2 p.m. May 3 in the multipurpose room. Register.

• Baby Teeth: A Conversation with Author Zoje Stage, 2 p.m. May 4 in the multipurpose room. Join Pittsburgh author Zoje Stage for a conversation about her 2018 novel “Baby Teeth.” Register.

• History Night, 7 p.m. May 6 in the multipurpose room. Discuss “World War II in Italy: Up the Deadly Boot.” Register.

• Pencil and Paper, 2 p.m. May 6, 13, 20, and 27 in the library multipurpose room. Bring your own supplies. Register.

• Plant-Based Pittsburgh, 7 p.m. May 7 in the library multipurpose room. Register.

• Express Yourself, 10 a.m. May 8 and 22 in the library multipurpose room. The focus of this group is to share writings and to serve as a resource and writing inspiration for one another. New attendees: email Robert Celaschi at celaschi@mac.com.

• Rangolee: Indian Sand Art, 7 p.m. May 9 in the library multipurpose room. Participate in the hands-on experience of creating your own sand art — no experience required. Register.

• Why Peacekeeping Fails, 7 p.m. May 9 in the training room. Join former ambassador Dennis Jett for an exploration of the role of peacekeeping in global politics. Register.

• Gardening Tools and Hardware, 1:30 p.m. May 11 in the training room. Join the Pittsburgh Rose Society and Pittsburgh Today’s Andy Amrhein for a special program on new tools and hardware useful for the home gardener. Register.

• Adult Gaming Night, 7 p.m. May 13 in the multipurpose room. Register.

• Vintage Radio Players, 2 p.m. May 14 and 28 in the multipurpose room. Step back in time and connect with the radio shows that today’s seniors grew up hearing in the 1940s and 1950s. We re-enact shows as they were originally broadcast, including commercials and sound effects! New attendees: email Walker Evans at evansw@einetwork.net to register.

• Yarn Works, 7 p.m. May 14 and 28 in the Children’s Quiet Place. Join our knitters and crocheters group. Register.

• Reel to Real Film Screening: Sita Sings the Blues, 6:30 p.m. May 15 in the training room. Join the Denis Theater at the library for a movie screening and group discussion. Refreshments provided. Doors open at 6.

• The Public and Private FDR, 7 p.m. May 16 in the multipurpose room. Register.

• Bring-Your-Own-Book Group, 2 p.m. May 17 in the multipurpose room. Drop in each month to chat about what you’ve been reading, recommend books, and find out what to read next. Register.

• Author Visit: Kathryn Bashaar, 7 p.m. May 20 in the multipurpose room. Join the Pittsburgh author of “The Saint’s Mistress” for a discussion of her novel. Register.

• Reimagining Books: A Crafting Afternoon, 2 p.m. May 24 in the multipurpose room. A $2 donation is suggested to help cover the cost of supplies. Register.

• Shinrin-yoku: Forest Bathing, 2 p.m. May 24 in Boyce Mayview Park led by Moshe Sherman. Shinrin-yoku is the Japanese practice of spending purposeful time in the woods to obtain numerous health benefits. Register.

• WOW Book Group, 7 p.m. May 28 in the multipurpose room. WOW (Women of Words) is a Tuesday evening discussion group that meets on selected months throughout the year. This month’s selection is I Am Malala by Malala Yousafzai. Refreshments are provided. Register.

• Music in the Stacks: The Western Pennsylvania Button Box Club, 7 p.m. May 30 in the Adult Nonfiction Room. Join us for an evening of traditional polkas and waltzes, played on accordion by the Western PA SNPJ Button Box Club! Register.

• The library will be closed May 27 for Memorial Day.

CLASSES

Nutrition series

Whole Food Plant-Based Nutrition Series will be offered from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, May 1, 8 and 15, at Westminster Recreation & Outreach Center located at Westminster Presbyterian Church, Upper St. Clair. Mary Jo Costello, MPM, RDN, will discuss the basics of plant-based diets. Classes are free, but registration is required by calling 412-835-6630, ext. 200.

Golf Outing

Tri-Community South EMS will hold its 22nd Annual Golf Outing May 23 at Lindenwood Golf Club, McMurray. Proceeds of the event supports its CPR Training Center. The training center has trained over 16,000 individuals a year in CPR, first-aid/AED, and Stop the Bleed programs as well as community education and scouting programs.

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