In brief: Women's Business Network, 50-year reunion scheduled and more in Fox Chapel

Women’s Business Network

Women’s Business Network is an award-winning business association that supports the success and growth of women in business. WBN provides members with the tools to be successful, including networking, mastermind groups, and ongoing professional education, while expanding their circle of influence in the marketplace.

All professional women are welcome to attend as a guest at a meeting for no cost. Some meetings are being held virtually. Please check with the local chapter representative for more information. To learn more, visit wbninc.com.

The Allegheny Valley Chapter meets twice a month on the first and third Tuesdays of the month at 8 a.m. at Panera Bread at the Waterworks Mall, 942 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh. To RSVP or for more information, contact Susan Kinger at 412-782-4848.

The Monroeville Chapter holds regular meetings on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month from 8:15 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at Panera Bread, 400 Penn Center Blvd., Wilkins Township. For more information, contact Jo Luncher at 412-372-3411.

The All Virtual Chapter holds regular meetings via Zoom on the first and third Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Guests are welcome to attend at no cost. For more information, contact Jennifer Pasquale, at 412-908-1663.

50-year reunion scheduled

Members of the Fox Chapel Area Class of 1971 are invited to the 50th reunion on Sept. 24.

The celebration will be at the Syria Mosque in Cheswick from 5 to 11 p.m. in the outdoor pavilion.

A buffet dinner will begin at 6:30 p.m.

Enjoy a night with DJ Grover and dance to music that includes oldies, ‘60s and ‘70s, soul, line dancing and requests.

The cost is $65 per person and is due by Sept. 1. Reservations after Sept. 1 will cost $75.

For more information, call Nonnie Santelli at 412-523-9322 or Kathy Killian Wagner at 412-913-8611.

U.S. Open amateur volunteers needed

Online volunteer registration is open for the 2021 U.S. Amateur Championship at Oakmont Country Club.

The competition is Aug. 9-15.

About 400 volunteers are needed to fill positions on more than 15 committees, including marshals, transportation, admissions and disabled services.

Early application allows volunteers to specify their committee preference.

Interested volunteers should visit oakmont-countryclub.org.

All volunteers are required to purchase the volunteer package for $100, which includes two golf shirts, a ball cap or visor, one volunteer credential valid for the championship and complimentary food, snacks and beverages on the days they volunteer.

Each volunteer will work 16 to 20 hours, or four to five shifts throughout the championship.

Oakmont has previously hosted 16 USGA championships, which is tied for second overall.

For more information, contact Laura Seguin at lseguin@oakmont-countryclub.org.

Adopt-a-block program

The Best of Blawnox Organization introduces a new volunteer opportunity for community members.

Adopt-a-block is a volunteer program aimed at keeping the streets of Blawnox free from litter and debris. Volunteers will be assigned one or more designated neighborhood blocks to clean up regularly.

The recommended commitment is a few times a month when it is convenient. For more information, email adoptablockblawnox@ gmail.com.