what’s happening Sept. 22
Education session, open house
Visit the apartment homes at Concordia of the South Hills and learn how Concordia is an affordable lifestyle choice from 1-3 p.m. Sept. 22 and Sept. 23 on the campus located at 1300 Bower Hill Road in Mt. Lebanon near St. Clair Hospital.
Refreshments will be served in the Harmony Room on the ground floor of the community.
Concordia helps people enjoy worry-free independence for as long as possible while maintaining a high quality of life. Learn how a move to a retirement community is an opportunity to be free from the day-to-day obligations of home ownership.
The open house provides an opportunity to ask questions and learn more about the lifestyle and the many amenities as well as the continuing care to meet changing needs.
For more information, visit the Coming Events section of the website at www.ConcordiaLM.org. To register or to schedule a private tour by phone, call director of marketing Christie Wahlen at 412-294-1351.
BPHS 50th reunion
Bethel Park High School Class of 1969 is hosting its 50th reunion from Oct. 18-20. A schedule of events and details for registration and ticket purchase can be obtained at 69BPHS@gmail.com. Tickets, which cost $75 per grad, must be purchased in advance. No tickets will be sold at the door.
BPHS reunion
Bethel Park High School Class of 1955 is having a reunion at Panera’s at South Park Shops at 11:30 a.m. Oct. 16. For more information, call Lynne Johnson at 412-257-2727.
Cooking classes
Kids in the Kitchen Cooking, for junior chefs ages 4 to 7 and master chefs ages 8-11, will be held from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Thursdays beginning in September at Chabad of the South Hills, 1701 McFarland Road, Mt. Lebanon.
Each class includes a cooking segment in which youngsters will learn kitchen techniques and taste new foods, plus hands-on learning about Jewish topics and one-on-one Hebrew Alef-Bet and reading. The schedule is as follows:
Session 1 – Cooking by Color, Sept. 19 through Oct. 3, $40;
Session 2 – International Flavors, Nov. 7 through 21, $30;
Session 3 – Brachos ‘Bites, Jan. 9 through 23, $30;
Session 4 – Jewish Holiday Favorites, April 23 through May 14, $40.
For more information, visit www.chabadsh.com/cooking or email mussie@chabadsh.com.
Adult Interest Center
The Adult Interest Center at Southminster Presbyterian Church, 799 Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon, will begin its 45th year of operation in September.
The center, which is open to people ages 55 and older, meets at 11 a.m. Fridays in the church’s fellowship hall. Entertainment is featured, with an optional catered lunch for $7.
The schedule includes:
Sept. 27 – lifestyle choices with Mark Selekman.
For more information, contact AIC director Fred Barnes at 412-343-8900, ext. 310, or fred@spchurch.org.
Fitness for 55-plus
Fitness classes for adults 55 and older are scheduled at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Upper St. Clair:
Strong Bodies – Strong Bones, 9 to 9:50 a.m. Wednesdays through Dec. 18. Cost is $65;
Gentle yoga, 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. Mondays and 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesdays, through Oct. 30. Cost is $63;
Arthritis Foundation exercise, 9:30 to 10:20 a.m. Mondays and 10 to 10:50 a.m. Wednesdays, Oct. 28 through Dec. 18. Cost is $40 for Mondays and $35 for Wednesdays;
Tai chi, 11:15 to noon Wednesdays through Dec. 18. Cost is $65.
For more information, visit wroc.westminster-church.org or call 412-835-6630, extension 200.
Grief support
The GriefShare support group meets from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursdays through Dec. 19, at the Bible Chapel, 300 Gallery Drive, Peters Township.
Rosh Hashanah farmers market
An interactive Rosh Hashanah farmers market, organized by Chabad of South Hills in Mt. Lebanon, is scheduled for Sept. 22 at the South Hills JCC, 345 Kane Blvd., Scott Township.
As youngsters go from booth to booth, they will explore the holiday’s culinary themes with unique recipes: round artisan challah, apple mocktails, carrot cake pops, and a holiday fruit salad. At each booth, kids use personalized tote bags to collect recipe cards that they can turn into a special holiday keepsake.
Designed for children ages 3-11, the event is from 2:30 to 4 p.m. For more information, visit www.chabadsh.com/farmersmarket or call 412.344.2424.
Oldies Dance
The White Oak American Legion Post No. 701, 2813 Capital St., will sponsor an oldies dances from 7 to 11 p.m. Sept. 28. Admission is $5 per person. All proceeds benefit veterans programs. Music from the ’50s and early ’60s by Candy and Mike. For more information, call 724-984-6611.
Support group meeting
The first of three monthly Washington County Autism and Special Education Support Group meetings is scheduled for 7 to 9 p.m. Sept. 25 at St. David’s Episcopal Church, 905 E. McMurray Road, Peters Township.
“Understanding the Evaluation and IEP Process” is the September topic, featuring a presentation by the Parent Education and Advocacy Leadership Center to educate parents and families with children who have disabilities and special health care needs.
Registration is required. Visit www.eventbrite.com and search for “Autism Special Ed Parent Group Fall 2019.” Further meetings are scheduled for October and November.
For more information, contact sue.schmidty@gmail.com.
Support series
The St. Bernard/Our Lady of Grace Parish partners in Mt. Lebanon/Scott/Dormont will conduct a bereavement support series for those who have experienced he loss of a loved one in recent months or years.
The sessions are free, open to the public and provide a safe space to talk with others who are grieving. The group will be facilitated by Paula Elliott and held at St. Bernard Church, Fontenay Center, 311 Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon.
The group will meet on six Wednesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 25, Oct. 9 and 23, and Nov. 6 and 20. For more information and to preregister, call Tisha Bridges at St. Bernard Church at 412-440-2681 or Paul Elliott at 412-279-6560.
Seniors lunch
A Pre-High Holiday seniors lunch will be held at noon Sept. 24 at Tuesday Chabad of the South Hills, 1701 McFarland Road, Mt. Lebanon.
The event will include a presentation by the Jewish Association on Aging. Suggested donation is $5.
For more information and to register, call 412-278-2658.
Ladies class
Chabad of the South Hills will hold a two-part ladies class called “The Kabbalah of the Aleph Bet” at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 24. An $18 donation is suggested. To register for the class, visit www.chabadsh.com.
Card Party
Pittsburgh South Hills Elks Lodge 2213 will host a Card Party Sept. 28 at the lodge at 2789 South Park Road, Bethel Park. Price is $15 per person.
Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Lunch is at noon. There will be a Chinese auction and Pot of Gold Raffle. Proceeds will be used for the Veterans Christmas Party.
For tickets, call 412-831-0616.
Civic engagement classes
Allegheny County Library Association and PublicSource will host a series of ‘Citizen Toolkit’ classes in libraries through September, October and November as part of a broader role libraries are playing within our communities. ‘Fake News and Information Literacy Workshops’ and ‘Power of the Pen: Getting public attention on your issues’ stem from ACLA’s recent $250,000 PA Department of Education grant focused on civic literacy and engagement throughout Allegheny County.
The courses will be held locally on the following dates and times:
3:30 p.m., Oct. 21 – Mt. Lebanon Public Library (teen);
7 p.m., Oct. 23 – Community Library of Castle Shannon.
Adult dance classes
The School of Dance of Bethel Park is offering an adults class – Keep Movin’ and Let’s Dance for fun and fitness.
Fall classes in Tap and Jazz will begin Oct. 14th with Joyce and Donna at Miss Beverly’s.
For more information, call or text 724-344-7910 or e-mail iwanadance2@hotmail.com.
Craft show
South Park Women’s Club has moved its craft show from the Home Economics Building in South Park to a new location this year. The organization’s 26th annual craft show will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 12 at Broughton Volunteer Fire Hall, Cochran Mill Road Pittsburgh, PA 15236 in South Park Township.
Many new crafters will be in attendance. More than 50 crafters will display their work at this show. There will be a 50/50 raffle, Chinese auction, bake good sale and delicious lunch items for available for purchase. All the great crafts on display are available for purchase. Let our crafters help you to start your holiday shopping. Admission is free.
Bowling fundraiser
Horses with Hope, Inc. is holding its annual Bowling Fundraiser from 12-3 p.m. Oct. 27. at Meadows Lanes Bowling, 210 Racetrack Road, North Strabane.
The cost to attend the fundraiser is $30 per person or $150 for a lane of 6 bowlers. Included in the entry fee is food, refreshments and bowling. A silent auction and 50/50 raffles will be available.
The deadline to make a reservation is Oct. 18.
For more information, contact Joanne Slappo at 412-576-4154, laslappo@verizon.net.
Car cruise
A car cruise will be held Sept. 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at John McMillan Presbyterian Church. Registration will be offered the day of the event, which will include food, a DJ, crafters, vendors, a Chinese auction and 50/50 raffle.
Autumn Food Fair
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church Ladies Philoptochos Society will host an Autumn Food Fair, from 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Oct. 2-4 in the community center at 123 Gilkeson Road, Mt. Lebanon. The profits support the philanthropic efforts of the society. A menu of traditional Greek favorites will be served, including gyros, spanakopita, moussaka, pastitsio and many others. Fall favorites of homemade soups, chicken rolls and beef stifado will also be available along with a bake sale of homemade pastries and our Greek popular desserts of koulourakia, baklava, rice pudding, galatobouriko and others. Take-out is available.
For more information, visit www.holycrosspgh.org.
Band festival
The Mt. Lebanon High School Blue Devil Marching Band is scheduled to host its 25th annual Festival of Bands at 7 p.m. Sept. 21 at Mt. Lebanon High School stadium. Marching bands from many local high schools will perform rain or shine. Tickets are $7 in advance or $8 at the gate. For more information, or to buy advance tickets, go to leboband.com, find the band on Facebook or email leboband@gmail.com.
Final flea market
Bethel Park Recreation is holding its final 2019 monthly flea market from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Sept. 21 at the Port Authority Parking Lot on the corner of Brightwood and Lytle roads. For more information, call 412-831-1328.
Seniors event
A free presentation will be held to provide information on AgeWell service at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 25 at Temple Emanuel of South Hills. For more information and to RSVP, call 412-279-7600.
Mediterranean food festival
St. George Orthodox Church will be holding a Mediterranean Food Festival Sept. 27-29. The festivities will run from 12-8 p.m. Sept. 27 and 28, while the festival will run from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Sept. 29.
Grapeleaves, spinach pies, meat pies, kibbee, tabouleh, desserts and more! will be available.
Free parking, take out or dine in, order online or by phone, credit cards accepted and frozen food available. For more information, call 412-221-2277 or visit stgeorgebridgeville.org.
Electronic recycling
JVS Environmental is offering an electronic items disposal service to the residents and businesses of Mt. Lebanon from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sept. 21. Most electronic devices will be recycled free of charge at the public works yard, 1250 Lindendale Drive.
Shredding event
The last Mt. Lebanon shredding event of the season will be held from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. Sept. 28. Iron Mountain will shred confidential paper at the public works yard at 1250 Lindendale Drive off Cedar Blvd.
Libraries
Bethel Park
Bethel Park Public Library will host the following programs:
• An Organic Fiesta will be held at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 25. In this class, students will help to create fresh, organic salsa and compare it to store-bought salsa. A yummy science program you don’t want to miss. For grades kindergarten through fourth. To register, call 412-835-2207.
• An exam prep workshop, presented by Huntington Learning Center, will be held at 7 p.m. Sept. 26. This event is offered for college-bound high school students and their parents. Tip on preparing for these important exams and strategies for improving test scores will be discussed. To register, call 412-835-2207.
• A practice SAT test, which will be presented by Omega Learning Center, will be held at 10 a.m. Sept. 28. High school student can take a free SAT evaluation test in a proctored, simulated environment. An Omega certified teacher will review SAT evaluation test results and recommend a custom SAT prep program. To register, call 412-835-2207.
• A Dumbledore’s Army event will be held at 2 p.m. Sept. 29, Oct. 27 and Nov. 24. We solemnly swear to discuss favorite Harry Potter books and movies while either crafting, playing games, watching a movie, or anything else we think up relating to the wizarding world. This event is intended for grades seven and up. To register, call 412-835-2207.
• Copycat painting will be held at 6 p.m. Sept. 30. Celebrate fall by painting a colorful, whimsical picture for the season. Participants must bring their own canvas to class. This class is intended for grades seven and up. To register, call 412-835-2207.
• Writing 101 will be held at 7 p.m. Oct. 1. Writing is an essential skill, no matter what path you choose in life. In this class, presented by Omega Learning, students will be introduced to skills needed to develop and organize paragraphs and essays. This class offers training in grammar, sentence building, correct usage and punctuation. This class is intended for grades seven and up. To register, call 412-835-2207.
• How to buy or sell a house, presented by Bernie Carney from Coldwell Banker and Guaranteed Rate Affinity, will be held at 7 p.m. Oct. 1.Are you thinking about selling and downsizing your home? Perhaps you’re dreaming of buying for the first time? Join Us. To register, call 412-835-2207.
• Almost Kindergarten program will be held at 1 p.m. or 4:30 p.m. Tuesdays until Sept. 26. This one-hour class will teach kindergarten-based concepts and social skills and is intended for those children entering kindergarten in the fall of 2020. This class will be taught by a certified teacher and optional assessment is available throughout the year. Registration is limited. Select only one of the sessions, whichever is more convenient for you and your child. Register by calling 412-835-2207.
• Toddler Tuesdays will be held Tuesdays until Oct. 22 at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. This engaging class uses stories, songs, and various activities to foster early literacy skills in young children. For 2- and- 3-year-olds with a caregiver. No registration necessary.
Mt. Lebanon
• Book Cellar Book Sale — 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Sept. 21.
Great deals on all books, DVDs, CDs and knickknacks, plus some unusual and rare book treasures to celebrate Love Your Library Month.
• The Volunteer: The True Story of the Resistance Hero who Infiltrated Auschwitz — 2 p.m. Sept. 22.
Jack Fairweather is a former war reporter in Iraq and Afghanistan and the author of “A War of Choice” and “The Good War.” He has served as the Daily Telegraph’s Baghdad bureau chief, and as a video journalist for the Washington Post in Afghanistan. His war coverage has won a British Press Award and an Overseas Press Club award citation. Jack will discuss his new book, “The Volunteer: The True Story of the Resistance Hero who Infiltrated Auschwitz.” Taking place in Nazi-occupied Poland, it follows the story of Polish underground operative Witold Pilecki, who volunteers for a secret mission to infiltrate Auschwitz. Completely erased from the historical record by Poland’s Communist government, Pilecki remains almost unknown to the world — until now.