In brief: Aspinwall Big Night Out, road closure and more

Big Night Out

The return of Aspinwall’s Big Night Out is Aug. 7 from 6-9 p.m. at the Aspinwall Recreational Fields on Field Avenue. This free, family-friendly event is the borough’s largest annual community celebration and promises an evening filled with fun, food, and community spirit for all ages.

Whether you’re a longtime resident or new to the neighborhood, Aspinwall’s Big Night Out is your chance to gather with neighbors, celebrate what makes Aspinwall special, and enjoy an unforgettable evening of entertainment and connection.

Event highlights include live music by Woodland Creatures and DJ Doug, local eats, a neighborhood lounge for those over 21, and more.

For more information, visit aspinwallneighbors.org.

Party planned

Cooper-Siegel Community Library in Fox Chapel and its Sharpsburg Community Library branch are joining forces for a summer party at Allegheny RiverTrail Park in Aspinwall.

Festivities are planned for 2-4 p.m. Aug. 9 at 285 River Ave.

There will be food, games, performances and activities. Play lawn games and earn tickets for small prizes.

Other activities include an artful science show presented by Mad Science.

Registration is required. Call 412-828-9520 or email Megan Fogt at fogtm2@einetwork.net for more information.

Road closure approved

Sharpsburg council approved the closure of Clay Street from Sixth to Eighth streets 5-9 p.m. Aug. 12 for the Sharpsburg Family Worship’s backpack event.

Yard waste collection

O’Hara residents wanting to schedule a Waste Management yard waste collection pickup this month must make their request by 4 p.m. Aug. 8.

Call 412-782-1403 or email wmyard-waste@ohara.pa.us. Pickup will be Aug. 20.

Summer event set

Spend a Saturday in Sharpsburg presents its Summer Sizzler from noon-3 p.m. Aug. 23 along North Canal Street.

There will be games, food, live music, a dunk tank, local vendors, crafts, workshops and more.

Admission is free. Call 412-559-6807 or go to the event’s Facebook page for more information.

Meetings planned

O’Hara council will meet at 7 p.m. Aug. 12 at the township building, 325 Fox Chapel Road.

Indiana Township supervisors will meet at 6 p.m. Aug. 13 at the Town Hall, 3710 Saxonburg Blvd.

Blawnox council will meet at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 13 at the borough building, 376 Freeport Road.

Aspinwall council will meet at 7 p.m. Aug. 13 at the borough building, 217 Commercial Ave.

Sharpsburg council will meet at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 28 at the borough building, 1611 Main St.

Subscription open

Foxwall EMS subscription drive continues.

It is available to residents and businesses in Fox Chapel and Aspinwall.

Rates are $100 for an individual, $125 for a family, $70 for individual seniors ages 65 and older.

Business subscription rates are $200 for businesses with 1-10 employees, $300 for businesses with 11-49 employees and $500 for businesses with 50 or more employees.

Subscriptions ensure no out-of-pocket expenses for emergency ambulance service provided by Foxwall EMS. They are tax-deductible and valid through April 30.

EMS officials said approximately $100,000 was raised in last year’s subscription drive with an additional $25,000 in donations received from the drive, yet less than a quarter of the residents and businesses subscribed in 2024.

People can sign up online at foxwall.org/support/subscriptions or call 412-963-6611 for more information.

Foxwall EMS answered 1,073 emergency calls to 9-1-1 in 2024 with an average response time of 8 minutes, well below the national average of 12 minutes.

Twilight Picnic for the Parks

The Great Lawn at the Hartwood Acres Mansion is the setting for the Allegheny County Parks Foundation’s Twilight Picnic for the Parks from 6:30-10:30 p.m. Aug. 16. Guests will be treated to music by the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra’s String Quartet and a seated dinner and dessert buffet by big Burrito. Attire is summer chic, but guests should keep in mind that the event site is a tented, grass surface. Tickets can be purchased online at twilightpicnic.com.

Flea market

Sharpsburg’s community flea market is set for 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Sunday June through October along North Canal Street at Guyasuta Square.

Discover vintage treasures, handmade crafts and great deals from local vendors.

Call Chas Smith at 412-927-9221 for more information.

TOPS meetings

Take Off Pounds Sensibly meets each Tuesday evening at 6 p.m. for an interactive program focused on weight loss, healthy eating and wellness at the Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1261 Pennsylvania Ave., Oakmont. Visitors are welcome to attend their first TOPS meeting for free. 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, handicap accessibility and security. Call 412-828-3854 for more information or e-mail jmjkwj@gmail.com.

Association of University People

The Association of University People invites singles 50 and over who are four-year college graduates to join them for activities and to meet new people. Activities include spring/summer picnics, monthly dinners, a book group, Scrabble, meeting up at local outdoor concerts and wineries.

Those interested can attend three activities as guests before joining. To obtain more information about AUP or become an AUP member, call and leave a message at 412-353-9088 or email Aupsingles@gmail.com.

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