In brief: Summer programs, activities and more underway in the Sewickley area
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Grant sought
Sewickley council approved applying for $100,000 from the Redevelopment Authority of Allegheny County to help fund a pedestrian light replacement project.
Borough officials estimated that light poles are about 22 years old, and some show signs of corrosion.
The grant is projected to replace seven or eight poles.
Position filled
Sewickley council appointed Nicole Bechtold as an alternate to the Civil Service Commission.
It is for a six-year term ending Dec. 31, 2029.
Special theater events
The Lindsay Theater and Cultural Center at 418 Walnut St. in Sewickley will host a special announcement ceremony from 5 to 7 p.m. on June 25.
Officials will announce the selection of a director/filmmaker to lead the production of a documentary film focused on Sewickley Valley’s Black community.
In addition to announcing the director/filmmaker, Their Story Committee leaders will discuss new developments for the project. This work builds on the book, “Their Story: The History of Black/African Americans in Sewickley & Edgeworth,” published in 2000 by late Sewickley resident Bettie Cole.
Email theirstory15143@gmail.com for more information.
The theater, in partnership with the Penguin Bookshop, will host a book signing and discussion event from 7 to 9 p.m. on June 26.
It is for the latest novel by Marie Benedict, the pen name of Sewickley native Heather Terrell, and Victoria Christopher Murray, one of the country’s top contemporary authors.
They will be signing copies of “The First Ladies” and talk about the book focused on the extraordinary partnership between first lady Eleanor Roosevelt and civil rights activist Mary McLeod Bethune.
Big Spring Spirits will have cocktails for sale. Advance registration is required for this ticketed event. Admission includes a copy of the book, which will be available for pickup at the event.
Tickets are $30. More information is available at thelindsaytheater.org.
Splash pad open
Leetsdale’s splash pad in Henle Park is open for the season.
Water will remain on from noon to 6 p.m. seven days a week until Labor Day.
Hours can change without notice, and the water will be off when inclement weather is expected.
More information is available on the borough website, leetsdaleboro.net.
Night Mart planned
Sewickley Chamber of Commerce will host Night Mart from 6 to 9 p.m. June 30 along Beaver Street between Broad and Walnut streets.
The event will feature about 30 artisan vendors, 13 food trucks and tents, live entertainment and a local craft brew pop-up.
Vendors include From the Grounds Up Coffee, Slurp-N-Burst Boba Tea, Uni Ramen Bar, Veggies N’At, Baxter and the Bear, Clementina, and Found Woodworks.
Night Marts are also planned for July 28 and Aug. 25.
More information is available at sewickleychamberofcommerce.org.
Summer reading starts
Sewickley Public Library’s summer reading program has begun.
The program runs through Aug. 5.
There are various reading challenges and prizes available for kids, teens and adults throughout the program.
Registration is still available. The library is located at 500 Thorn St.
More information about the program and other library events is available at sewickleylibrary.org.
Association of University People events
The Association of University People invites singles over 50, who are four-year college graduates, to join them for activities and to meet new people. Activities include monthly dinners, social gatherings, concerts and day trips. Those interested can attend three activities as guests before joining. For more information about AUP or become an AUP member, call and leave a message at 412-353-9088 or email Aupsingles@gmail.com.
Upcoming events include a dinner at Amels Mediterranean Restaurant, 435 McNeely Road, Mt. Lebanon, at 6 p.m. June 29. RSVP to Nancy Hokaj at 412 862-7861 or nl.hokaj@gmail.com.
Senior program
Leetsdale’s Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program will be open from 9 a.m. to noon June 26 at Leetsdale Manor, 27 Spencer St. Call Elsa Eyer at 412-307-1728 for more information.
Senior men’s club
An affiliate of the Sewickley Valley YMCA, the Senior Men’s Club will, on June 23, have a briefing on the new Quaker Valley High School. There will not be a meeting June 30. For more information, visit smensclub.org or Facebook.com/smensclub.