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Here’s what’s happening around town: Thursday, March 14
Hello, Sewickley, The Tull Family Theater will host a sensory-friendly screening of “Captain Marvel” at 10 a.m. Saturday for children, adults and families impacted by autism and other special needs. The low-sensory screening will include leaving dim house lights on, lowering the film volume and keeping a screening room door...
Old Economy Village prepares for season
Old Economy Village in Ambridge will open for the 2019 season April 3. But for those who can’t wait that long to head back to the 19th-century Harmony Society, there’s good news. Several programs are planned at the National Historical Landmark during March. “When you come here, it does feel...
Here’s what’s going on around town: Wednesday, March 13
Hello, Sewickley, Know an energetic and enthusiastic college student or soon-to-be high school graduate? Sewickley Valley YMCA is looking for day camp counselors for the season, June 3 through Aug. 16. Applicants must be 18 years old. Experience with children, games, songs, swimming, soccer, basketball, tennis, gymnastics, football and arts...
Here’s what’s happening around town: Tuesday, March 12
Hello, Sewickley, Originally published in 1969, “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” turns 50 this year. Celebrate Eric Carle’s illustrated insect from 2 to 3 p.m. Saturday at the Sewickley Public Library. Enjoy stories, cupcakes and crafts in the Community Room. Online registration closes at 9 p.m. Friday. After this time, all...
Expert: Fred Rogers’ legacy is ‘up to every community to finish’
Junlei Li is an expert in all things Fred Rogers, even though he never met Pittsburgh’s favorite neighbor. Li first heard of Rogers while studying child development at Carnegie Mellon University. He watched “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood” on those days he just didn’t want to go to school. He found it...
Quaker Valley hosts ‘CEOs in the Classroom’
Quaker Valley Middle School hosted several executives Tuesday for the “CEO in the Classroom” initiative. Other participating schools included Brashear High School and City Charter High, Butler Senior High School, Duquesne Elementary Center, Elizabeth Forward Middle School and Frazier High School....
Sweetwater paints a new scene with the launch of Studio419
If the Old Sewickley Post Office — home of Sweetwater Center for the Arts — is the Mona Lisa, then Studio419 is Andy Warhol’s Campbell’s Soup Cans. Located in the heart of the Village at 419 Beaver St., the studio is 3,000 square feet of possibility. For now, pops of...
Here’s what’s happening around town: Monday, March 11
Hello, Sewickley, Pittsburgh’s Tuesday Musical Club String Ensemble will be guests at the Friday meeting of the Sewickley Valley YMCA Senior Men’s Club. Pittsburgh’s Tuesday Musical Club celebrates its 130th anniversary this year, making it the oldest musical organization in Southwestern Pennsylvania. Originally comprised of female musicians only, the club...
Sewickley Chamber seeks board members
The Sewickley Chamber of Commerce will host an informative session for those who have interest in joining the board at 9 a.m. March 19 in the first floor conference room of Sewickley Public Library. The Sewickley Valley Chamber of Commerce is an organization whose primary purpose is to promote and...
Here’s what’s happening around town: Saturday, March 9
Hello, Sewickley, Daylight Saving Time begins at 2 a.m. Sunday, so don’t forget to set the clock ahead one hour. Some facts about Daylight Saving Time: The idea was first conceived by Benjamin Franklin in 1784. The Uniform Time Act of 1966 established the system of uniform Daylight Saving Time...
Gaydos appointed chairwoman of Economic Development subcommittee
State Rep. Valerie Gaydos, R-Allegheny, has been appointed chairwoman of the Subcommittee on Economic Development, under the House Commerce Committee. In general, the House Commerce Committee focuses on business, finance and economic development in Pennsylvania. “I am very honored to be appointed as chairwoman of the Economic Development Subcommittee,” said...
Area places of worship plan upcoming events
Beth Samuel Jewish Center The center is at 810 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge. For information, visit bethsamuel.org or contact the center at bethsamuel office@comcast.net or 724-266-5238. • 9 a.m. March 10 — Challah Bake & Take with Repair the World: Pittsburgh • 6:30 p.m. March 15 – Sisterhood Food Fest and...
Here’s what’s happening around town: Friday, March 8
Hello, Sewickley, Old Economy Village will conduct two free classes this month. Introduction to basket weaving will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 23. Each student will make a simple, traditional basket with a handle to take home with them. The class is limited to eight and...
Here’s what’s happening around town: Thursday, March 7
Hello, Sewickley, For those heading to tonight’s 7:30 p.m. screening of “Captain Marvel” at the Tull Family Theater, arrive early for a free pre-film concert by Makeshift drummer Jim Skal, saxophonist and keyboardist Carl Watts, and guitarist Jake McCallister. — Here’s your last chance. The Sewickley Herald is accepting nominations...
Remember When: 1953
In the news this week 66 years ago: • A mild winter enabled the Seisel Construction Company to make rapid progress on the new wing and laboratory of Sewickley Valley Hospital. All of the steel framing and fireproof flooring work was completed, with crews starting on the brickwork. • Officials...
Man accused in Leetsdale carjacking faces additional charges
The man accused of forcing his way into a woman’s car and striking her with a hammer in Leetsdale Borough on Feb. 25 now faces additional charges. At a preliminary hearing Monday before District Judge Robert Ford, John Matheny, 38, of Darlington, also was charged with strangulation - applying pressure...
Here’s what’s happening around town: Wednesday, March 6
Hello, Sewickley, Sewickley Antiques of Leetsdale will be one of at least 24 dealers at the 15th annual Oakmont Antique Show this weekend at Oakmont Country Club. Items on display will include antique furniture, glassware, jewelry, silver and more. The show is slated for 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. March...
Edgeworth to host glass recycling event
Pennsylvania Resources Council (PRC) will introduce a series of “pop-up” glass recycling collection events in response to the sudden removal of glass from many of the region’s residential curbside recycling programs. “Based on overwhelming demand from residents, local governments and the glass industry, PRC is announcing a new alternative for...
QV’s Huang seeded third in 200 IM at states
Members of the Quaker Valley-Sewickley Academy combined boys and girls swimming and diving teams are seeded for the PIAA Class AA championships March 13-14 at Bucknell University. Freshman Isabel Huang, the WPIAL champion in the girls 200-yard individual medley, is the third seed in the event at states. She also...
Here’s what’s happening around town: Tuesday, March 5
Hello, Sewickley, Sewickley Public Library will hold a movie night for adults starting at 6 p.m. Wednesday with a screening of “Crazy Rich Asians.” Based on the best-selling novel, the film is a contemporary romantic comedy following native New Yorker Rachel Chu to Singapore to meet her boyfriend’s family. —...
Leet Township police chief to retire after decades of service
After nearly 40 years in uniform, including seven years in the Army prior to becoming a police officer, Leet Township police Chief William Wanto announced plans to retire in November. Wanto, who currently leads a department of five full-time and three part-time officers, said he has been saving up for...
Sewickley area real estate transactions for week of March 4, 2019
Edgeworth Kristen Olson sold property at 322 Highland Lane to Alejandro Diaz and Marisa Helene Grywalski for $151,000. Leet Christiana Trust trustee sold property at 103 Main St. to Garden Court Properties LLC for $89,900. Leetsdale Amber Mitchell sold property at 323 Beaver St. to Marlex Properties LLC for $7,200...
Leetsdale Fire Department gearing up for fish fry at VFW
The annual Leetsdale Fire Department Fish Fry will be held every Friday during Lent, starting March 8. For the 11th year, Post 3372 Leetsdale VFW will host. Fire department members will prepare hand-battered fish, shrimp, fresh-cut fries and their famous desserts. Eat in or takeout available. Call ahead at 724-266-3409....
Here’s what’s happening around town: Monday, March 4
Hello, Sewickley, Explore Sewickley is helping to launch a Free the Music program that was proposed by an eighth grader at Quaker Valley Middle School. The organization is looking for two newer upright pianos that will be painted and placed in an outdoor public space. The pianos will be tuned...
Banjo All-Stars to perform
The Banjo All-Stars will perform a medley of musical excerpts with two 4-string banjos for the St. James 55 Plus Club’s March 21 luncheon. Prayer service begins at noon followed by lunch and entertainment at 12:30 p.m. Reservations for lunch are due in the church office no later than 9...
