Health fair open to local emergency responders

UPMC St. Margaret and the St. Margaret Foundation are hosting a health fair Sept. 28 for local emergency responders, volunteer firefighters, emergency medical personnel and police officers.

Attendees and their families should arrive anytime from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Fox Chapel Volunteer Fire Department, 401 Fox Chapel Road, behind the borough meeting. Additional parking is available at the adjacent Cooper-Siegel Community Library.

Medical staff will provide complimentary health screenings for blood pressure, stroke risk, cholesterol, glucose, sleep apnea and more.

Free flu shots also will be available.

The event will include guest speakers, health education tables, therapy dogs and refreshments.

The featured speakers are Ed Mann from the First Responder Center for Excellence, Dr. Anne Germain discussing “Responder Wellness and Suicide Prevention” and Dr. Daniel Patterson discussing “Fatigue in the Workplace.”

Attendees can preregister for fellowships, food and prizes through a Google form at https://tinyurl.com/4t8fveut.

Art exhibit to showcase paintings by Leah Kass

Sharpsburg Community Library, 1212 Main St., is hosting “A Reintroduction to Oneself: Paintings by Leah Kass” from Sept. 30 through Oct. 4.

Kass’ paintings are an exploration of new techniques discovered through her journey coping with chronic health problems, a way to challenge the need to avoid something overwhelming and about challenging internalized messages about perfection.

A closing reception is planned for 6:30 to 8 p.m. Oct. 4.

For details, call 412-781-0783.

Author to explore Pittsburgh’s ’90s scene, Beehive’s impact

Pittsburgh author David Rullo will discuss his book, “Gen X Pittsburgh: The Beehive and the ’90s Scene” at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 1 at the Cooper-Siegel Community Library, 403 Fox Chapel Road in Fox Chapel.

The conversation will focus on the impact of the iconic ’90s coffeehouse in Pittsburgh’s South Side and Oakland neighborhoods and its position in the city’s artistic community, as it sought to break from its post-industrial morass.

The event is for people 18 and older. Registration is required.

For details, call 412-828-9520 or visit coopersiegel.librarycalendar.com/events/upcoming.

‘Monsters, Inc.’ to be shown in O’Hara park

O’Hara is hosting a Movie in the Park night at 6 p.m. Oct. 5 at O’Hara Township Community Park.

The G-rated Disney animated film “Monsters, Inc.” will be shown. Admission and popcorn are free.

For details, visit the township’s website at ohara.pa.us.

Families welcome to fall fest in Oakmont

Oakmont Presbyterian Church invites members of the surrounding communities to its free Family Fall Festival from 1 to 3 p.m. Oct. 5 at the church, 415 Pennsylvania Ave. in Oakmont.

The event will include games, giveaways and treats for everyone.

Community invited to October’s First Friday in Sharpsburg

The community is invited to Sharpsburg Business Group’s First Friday event from 6 to 9 p.m. Oct. 4 in downtown Sharpsburg.

North Canal Street will be closed between Main Street and Bonaventura Way for pedestrians to puruse local businesses, which will be open late.

The Sharpburg Community Library invites visitors to stop in during that time for a spooky craft project, while supplies last. Participants will paint a little wooden witch. The project, which takes about 15 minutes, is geared toward school-age children through adults.

Indiana Township police to host Fall Festival

The Indiana Township Police Department is organizing a Fall Festival from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 12 at Emmerling Community Park.

Free parking and a shuttle will be available at the Municipal Field Complex parking lot and the Department of Public Works garage along Route 910.

Three will be pumpkin decorating, photo opportunities, fall beverages, hayrides, facepainting and more.

Everyone is invited.

Fox Chapel officers plan free pumpkin painting event

The Fox Chapel Police Department invites the community to a free pumpkin painting event from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 19 behind the police station, 401 Fox Chapel Road.

Officers will be collecting monetary donations and nonperishable food items for the Blawnox Community Food Pantry.

There also will be treats, crafts and a costume contest.

CMU professor to discuss AI, its impact on elections

Artificial intelligence and the information environment will be the topic of a free presentation by the Fox Chapel Area affiliate of the American Association of University Women.

The program will be held Oct. 8 at Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church on the corner of Fox Chapel and Field Club roads.

Kathleen Carley, professor of computer science at Carnegie Mellon University, will be the guest speaker.

The presentation will focus on ways that AI is being used in the information environment, how it’s detected and its potential impact on important events such as elections.

Carley holds degrees in economics and political science from MIT and a doctorate in sociology from Harvard University.

In addition to her post as professor of computation, organization and society at CMU, she directs the school’s Center for Informed Democracy and Social Cybersecurity. Her extensive research deals with a host of intersecting disciplines as they pertain to complex social issues and AI. She also is the CEO of her own cybersecurity firm, Netanomics.

The program is open to all.

Matching Love Your Library fundraiser underway

The team members behind the Cooper-Siegel and Sharpsburg community libraries are reminding everyone that September is Love Your Library Month.

Their corresponding fundraising campaign is in full swing.

Through Sept. 30, every donation up to $500 is eligible for a pro-rated match from the Jack Buncher Foundation.

Library officials recently shared a plea on Facebook: “We’re not going to beat around the bush — Yes, our libraries are free, but there is a cost to what we do, a cost that we can’t meet alone. We need your help and support more than ever.”

Visit https://app.theauxilia.com/pay/LoveYourLibrary2024 to donate online.

The libraries also are marking the month with a number of basket raffles. Tickets can be purchased by stopping in at Cooper-Siegel Community Library, 403 Fox Chapel Road. Tickets are $2 for one chance, $5 for three chances and $10 for eicht chances.

For details, call the Cooper-Siegel location at 412-781-0783 or the Sharpsburg branch at 412-828-9520.

Children invited to enchanting outing

The Lauri Ann West Community Center is planning an afternoon with Mrs. Cubbage, its expert in fairies and enchanted creatures, from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Oct. 13 in O’Hara Township Community Park, 330 Fox Chapel Road.

Children from pre-K through third grade are invited to make and take home a “fairy door” to welcome all kinds of mythical friends. Mrs. Cubbage also will read a story about fairies and will take the group on a walk around the park looking for special places on trees to place a group fairy door.

The event will be held rain or shine at Shelter 2, which is closest to the restrooms.

Admission is free, but registration is required by Oct. 9.

To register, visit tinyurl.com/y9knb58u.

Hard-to-recycle events set for fall

The Pennsylvania Resources Council is sponsoring its final hard-to-recycle collections for the year in partnership with the Allegheny County Health Department:

• 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 28: Settlers Cabin Park, Wave Pool parking lot, 600 Ridge Road, Robinson, PA 15205

• 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 5: Next Tier Connect @ Pittsburgh East, 4350 Northern Pike, Monroeville, PA 15146

A participant fee of $5 per vehicle covers the unlimited disposal of cellphone and home phones, computer towers and peripheral equipment (keyboards, laptops, mice, etc.), copiers and scanners, expanded polystyrene packaging material, microwave ovens, video game consoles, DVD players, VCRs and stereos.

For a per-item fee, individuals can recycle televisions ($35) and computer monitors ($20), printers ($5), fluorescent tubes ($2 per 4-foot tube), small Freon appliances such as window AC units and dehumidifiers ($10 each) and car tires ($12 with rims and $5 without rims).

For a complete list of accepted items, visit prc.org/workshops-collection-events/collection-events/hard-to-recycle-items or call 412-488-7490.

Participants must register in advance at prc.org/CollectionEvents; space is limited.

Free workshop to explore habits for brain health

The Lauri Ann West Community Center, 1220 Powers Run Road, is hosting a free workshop from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Oct. 21 with Penn State Extension on “Alzheimer’s Disease: Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body.”

Attendees will learn about lifestyle habits that can be adopted at any age to help maintain and potentially improve one’s health. These habits aim to help keep the brain healthy as one ages to possibly delay the onset of cognitive decline.

While the workshop is free, registration is required. The deadline to register is at 10 a.m. Oct. 17.

To register, visit tinyurl.com/bdcmjfvm.

Garden club’s fundraiser slated for Oct. 16-18

The Garden Club of Allegheny County is celebrating its 110th anniversary and the 28th year of Pizzazz, a boutique shopping benefit set for Oct. 16-18 at the Fox Chapel Golf Club, 426 Fox Chapel Road.

The event has raised more than $2 million to fund environmental and conservation projects throughout the Pittsburgh region.

This year’s event will feature more than 30 boutiques from across the country and Scotland. Merchandise will include men’s, women’s and children’s clothing and accessories, jewelry, leather goods, gifts, home décor, linens, personalized stationery and specialty food items.

There will be a preview party from 5 to 8:30 p.m. Oct. 16. Tickets are $150.

Shopping hours will be from 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Oct. 17 and 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 18. Admission each day is $10 or $45 for admission and lunch at the club’s Tavern Room from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 17-18. Advance ticket purchase for lunch is advised.

For details, visit https://www.gcacpgh.org/pizzazz or call 412-967-9081.

Sharpsburg flea market runs Sundays through October

Sharpsburg Community Flea Market is scheduled for 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sundays through the end of October along North Canal and Tenth streets.

The cost is $5 per spot for vendors.

For details, call Chas Smith at 412-927-9221.

Help available for people grieving loved ones

Are you grieving the loss of a loved one or know someone who is?

Consider joining GriefShare for hope, healing and guidance.

GriefShare is a 13-week Christian faith-based support group that will be offered weekly from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Thursdays, starting Sept. 12 through Dec. 12, at Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church, 384 Fox Chapel Road.

People can join at any time.

For details or questions, contact Kim Power at 412-965-8794 or kimfpower@gmail.com.

Visit griefshare.org/findagroup to register directly.

Fall Fabric Fair set for Salvation Army

The Salvation Army is hosting its Fall Fabric Fair from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Oct. 5 at the Salvation Army Pittsburgh Temple Worship and Service Center, 1060 McNeilly Road, Mt. Lebanon.

The popular one-day sale is made possible by the Salvation Army’s Greater Pittsburgh Women’s Auxiliary

For more than three decades, the twice-a-year fundraiser — held in the spring and fall — has offered bargains on rare fabrics, unique patterns and a variety of materials and equipment needed for crocheting, knitting, quilting and “sew” much more. The fabric fairs have raised nearly $750,000 over the years, with all proceeds providing critical assistance to individuals and families throughout Allegheny County.

Shoppers are advised to come early for the best selection. After exploring indoors, visitors can enjoy a $10 bag sale outside, which will be stocked with a variety of materials.

Admission is free and complimentary parking will be available on-site, with free shuttles running from two satellite parking locations at Keystone Oaks High School and Keystone Oaks Middle School. Snacks and lunch items also will be available for purchase.

Carts and strollers are prohibited, and reusable shopping bags are highly encouraged.

The Fall Fabric Fair is a community-driven event made possible thanks to donations of all the items for sale. There is always a need for donated items, as well as additional volunteers to measure and sort fabric in preparation for the fair.

Donations are being accepted from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesdays (February through October) at the Salvation Army’s warehouse in Green Tree, rear of 820 Parish St.

Fabric donations will not be accepted during the actual Fabric Fair event.

For details, call 412-446-1500 or visit salvationarmywpa.org/fabricfair. For a peek at items for sale, follow the Salvation Army Greater Pittsburgh Women’s Auxiliary on Facebook and @salarmypgh on Instagram.

The Spring Fabric Fair is set for Saturday, April 12.

Pantry items wanted

Sharpsburg Community Library needs items for its Little Free Pantry at 1212 Main St.

Items needed include tomato sauce, pasta, tuna, cereal, mac and cheese, fruit snacks, peanut butter, snack packs and shelf-stable milk.

Items not needed include applesauce, pretzels, fruit cups, pudding, canned soup, canned beans and toiletry products.

Donations can be made during library hours from 1 to 7 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1 to 5 p.m. Fridays and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays.

The pantry is stocked three times weekly and is completely supported through donations.

For details, call the library at 412-781-0783.

Sharpsburg seeks volunteers for bicentennial events

Sharpsburg will celebrate its 200th birthday in 2026.

Residents interested in planning or volunteering to help with any events are invited to sign up for the borough’s Bicentennial Committee.

To access the signup form, visit sharpsburgborough.com and scanning the QR code under the header “Want to help plan the bicentennial events?”

The borough anticipates having multiple events throughout the anniversary year and will need lots of help.

Group offers support for weight loss

All are welcome to join the men and women at Oakmont TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) who are learning how to lose weight.

With in-person meetings, rewards, support and encouragement, we gain knowledge of healthy eating and exercise.

You may visit with no obligation Tuesdays at 5:45 p.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1261 Pennsylvania Ave. in Oakmont. Weigh-in is private followed by a brief business meeting, sharing time, and educational program all ending by 7:15.

There is well-lit parking, wheelchair accessibility and security. For details, call 412-828-3854 or e-mail jmjkwj@gmail.com.

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