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YMCA Summer Camp registration open
Registration is open for Sewickley Valley YMCA Summer Camps. The 10 weeks of camp are broken into five 2-week sessions, when campers swim, play, run, sing, play sports, make crafts, go on field trips, socialize and hike. For information, visit www.sewickleyymca.org or contact Marc Smith, senior director for youth, teen...
Here’s what’s happening around town: Saturday, March 16
Hello, Sewickley, Meet Luke Flowers, illustrator of “The Poems of Mister Rogers” at Penguin Bookshop, starting at 3:30 p.m. March 26. For the first time, 75 beloved songs from “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood” and “The Children’s Corner” are collected in an illustrated treasury. Flowers has illustrated more than 40 children’s books....
Allegheny Land Trust leads effort to protect Montour Trail
Through its Montour Greenway Expansion project, Allegheny Land Trust is currently raising funds to purchase 38.5 acres of trailside green space in Moon Township. The organization has partnered with Hollow Oak Land Trust and Montour Trail Council for the acquisition effort. The Montour Trail extends for nearly 47 miles, from...
Here’s what’s happening around town: Friday, March 15
Hello, Sewickley, The St. Patrick’s Day parade and celebration returns to Pittsburgh tomorrow, starting at around 10 a.m. If you’re planning to head downtown, a few things you should know: • The Irish Society for Education & Charity Inc., which organizes the parade, is hosting a family-friendly celebration from 10...
West Hills DUI Task Force to conduct targeted enforcement operation during weekend
The West Hills DUI Task Force will conduct a targeted enforcement operation during the St. Patrick’s Day weekend, from Friday through Sunday. The operation may take the form of a full-scale sobriety checkpoint and/or a roving DUI patrol. Officers will be recruited from the member police departments of Avalon, Bellevue,...
Places of worship: St. Stephen’s to host St. Patrick’s Day lunch
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. • 6:30 p.m. March 15 — Sisterhood Food Fest and DARA talk • 9 a.m. March 16 — Torah Yogah • 10 a.m. March 17...
Remember When: 1983
In the news this week 36 years ago: • Allegheny County commissioners were to visit six northwest communities this week as part of a municipal tour. Officials would tour Emsworth, Leetsdale, Bell Acres and Edgeworth boroughs and Leet and Kilbuck townships. The daylong tour was to include participation in a...
Sewickley council fills manager role with two hires
The search for a borough manager in Sewickley has ended, five months after the retirement of former manager Kevin Flannery, who served in the role for 25 years. At a special meeting this month, council approved the hiring of a borough manager and an assistant manager. Marla Marcinko, current manager...
Quaker Valley reaches agreement with teachers’ union
The Quaker Valley School Board voted Tuesday to approve the contract with the Quaker Valley Education Association (QVEA), the union representing 157 teachers in the Quaker Valley School District. “We thank the teachers for great collaboration, and we are thrilled to reach an agreement where teaching and learning continues to...
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...
