In brief: Child Health Association fundraiser, fall events and more in Sewickley area

Child Health Association Ball & Play

The Child Health Association of Sewickley’s biennial Ball & Play will take place Nov. 21-22 at The Edgeworth Club in Sewickley.

A hallmark of CHA’s history, the Ball & Play combines theatrical performance, fine dining and elegant celebration. Written and performed by community and Child Health members, the original play is a lighthearted Sewickley satire, poking fun at local life and traditions while bringing the community together for laughter and fun.

The Ball & Play has been a cherished Sewickley event for generations, blending artistry, community and philanthropy. Proceeds benefit the Child Health Association of Sewickley’s mission to improve the quality of life for children throughout Western Pennsylvania through health, education and charitable initiatives.

Tickets for the play only (Friday) are $65. For the Ball & Play on Saturday, tickets are $225 per person. Attire is formal/black-tie optional. To purchase tickets, visit childhealth association.org.

Fall event

Leetsdale will be hosting a free hayride event from 2-4 p.m. Oct 26.

The ride will be from Henle Park along Broad Street up to Beaver Street and back to the park. Rides provided by Brian Brown Landscaping.

More information will be available on the borough website, leetsdaleboro.net.

Food distribution

In an effort to address local food insecurity, The Mission Co., in partnership with North Way Sewickley Valley, will host a Community Day Food Distribution at Riverfront Park, 240 Chadwick St., from 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 25. Nonperishable groceries will be distributed. All are welcome.

The Lindsay Theater

Two upcoming Emerging Filmmakers Showcases are set: “Batsh*t,” a wacky horror-comedy from local filmmaker Todd Wolfson, on Oct. 30 (aka Mischief Night); and “Maxx: Son of the Damned,” a coming-of-age fantasy from locally based 3BT Productions, on Nov. 6.

“Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere” will start playing at The Lindsay on Oct. 24.

Tickets are now on sale for “Wicked: For Good!” The full run begins on Friday, Nov. 21.

For tickets or more information, visit thelindsaytheater.org.

Knit and crochet group

Sewickley Yarns invites crafters to a free knit and crochet group from 1-3 p.m. on Wednesdays at 435 Beaver St. For October, the group is making Knitted Knockers, prosthetics to donate to breast cancer survivors. Approved yarns are available for purchase in shop. For more information, email info@sewickleyyarns.com or call 412-741-8894.

Dazzling Nights

Tickets are now on sale for the Pittsburgh Botanic Garden’s Dazzling Nights Pittsburgh holiday light show.

This is the fourth year for what has quickly become one of Pittsburgh’s most highly anticipated holiday light experiences, this year boasting 20 distinct worlds that guests will explore as they walk through the immersive, mile-long path. Dazzling Nights opens Nov. 28 and runs through Jan. 3, with entry times beginning at 5 p.m. Tickets must be purchased in advance for a specific time and date, and are available exclusively at DazzlingPittsburgh.com. Tickets are $28-34.75 for adults and $25-$33.75 for children (prices listed include fees) plus tax. Children 3 and under enter free. Active Garden members enjoy 20% off up to 8 tickets in a single transaction using their member discount code (exclusions apply). Memberships are available at pittsburghbotanicgarden.org/membership.

New concert series

The Charles Wesley Music Foundation, in partnership with Sewickley United Methodist Church, proudly presents the BROADcast Concert Series: Music That Moves — a free community music series celebrating artistry, connection and inspiration.

The inaugural concert, “Friends of Ukraine,” will feature the acclaimed Academy String Quartet at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 27 at Sewickley United Methodist Church (337 Broad St.). This moving program honors the nations that have stood in steadfast support of Ukraine’s defense.

Admission is free, and donations are appreciated to support the VOVK Foundation for Ukrainian children, the church’s music ministries and the ongoing work of the Charles Wesley Music Foundation.

For more information about the BROADcast Concert Series and upcoming performances, visit cwmfdn.org.

Savory celebration

Friends of the Sewickley Public Library will host its 24th annual Savoring Sew­ickley event at the Sewickley Public Library from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Nov. 2 at 500 Thorn St.

Sample small dishes from local restaurants and enjoy beer, wine and drinks in a casual atmosphere.

Tickets are $100. Proceeds benefit the library.

More information is available at sewickleylibrary.org or call 412-741-6920.

Turkey Trot registration open

Registration is open for the Sewickley Turkey Trot 5K on Nov. 27 at War Mem­orial Park. Perfect for runners, walkers and families, the scenic 5K through Sewickley supports the YMCA’s Faith in Action program, helping neighbors in need.

The race begins at 8:30 a.m. and awards will take place at 9:20 a.m.

Register at sewickleyymca.org/5k.

Meeting planned

Quaker Valley School Board will meet at 7 p.m. Oct. 28 at Edgeworth Elementary School, 200 Meadow Lane.

Leaf collection

Glen Osborne’s pilot leaf collection program runs through Dec. 8.

Collections will be made on Mondays and Wednesdays by the borough’s new public works contractor, Brian’s Property Maintenance.

Residents do not need to register or contact the borough to have their leaves collected.

Those who want their leaves collected should rake them in rows, no more than five feet from the curb, and not into the street, either the night before or early in the morning of collection.

Do not mix in grass clippings, mulch, sticks or other yard waste, as this can clog the vacuum equipment.

Residents should also avoid on-street parking on leaf pickup days and avoid piling the leaves around mailboxes, street signs, telephone poles, fire hydrants or under shrubs and low trees.

Council president John Orndorff said leaf collection was something that has been discussed for years, and the program is in response to multiple resident requests.

He said council will consider extending the program to next year, depending on resident responses and usage.

Resident trash collection and recycling are covered by the borough through real estate taxes. There is no additional fee for leaf collection.

Trick-or-treat

The following Quaker Valley area communities have announced their trick-or-treat times:

Sewickley, Edgeworth, Leetsdale, Aleppo, Leet, Sewickley Hills and Glen Osborne all have trick-or-treat set for 6-8 p.m. Oct. 31.

Sewickley Heights has no Halloween activities planned.

Halloween parade

Quaker Valley Rotary Club will be hosting its annual Halloween parade in Sewickley on Oct. 25.

Parade begins at 10:30 a.m. at the borough building along Thorn Street.

It continues to Walnut Street, up Beaver Street, down Chestnut Street and ends back at the borough building. Treat bags will be given after the parade as well as other snacks and beverages.

Parade participants are encouraged to dress up in their best Halloween outfits.

Trick or treat in the borough is set for 6-8 p.m. Oct 31.

Leaf collection

Leetsdale leaf collections are scheduled for Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

Borough officials said residents should rake their leaves to the curb the night before and not in the road. Leaves also should not be put into bags for collection.

Premier Youth & Community Center

Registration is now open for fall and winter bowling leagues, with options for kids in kindergarten and up and also their parents. The regular youth league and family league are 2 p.m. Sundays starting on Oct. 26 for four weeks, and Jan. 11 for eight weeks.

For full details and registration, check out qvbowling.org.

Visit pyccenter.org for more information or to sign up for either event.

Women’s symposium

Sewickley resident Reyné O’Shaughnessy is hosting At Capacity: Women’s Lived Experience Symposium from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 25 at The Club at Nevillwood.

The symposium is for women who carry it all — professionally and personally — yet rarely pause to breathe. It’s designed to help them reclaim health, leadership and longevity by applying the “safety margins” we rely on in aviation to the demands of midlife. Women will walk away empowered with clarity, confidence, and the language to advocate for their health — both in the doctor’s office and in the workplace.

For more information, visit atcapacitysymposium.com.

SMC Club

Speakers for the remainder of October are currently TBA. SMC Club, an affiliate of the Sewickley Valley YMCA, will host Cindie Carioli, Allegheny District Attorney’s office, on Nov. 7. On Nov. 14, Frank Gamrat of the Allegheny Institute for Public Policy will discuss skill games and the Pennsylvania gaming landscape. Bob Ferguson will talk about opening the Ohio River for navigation on Nov. 21, and there will be no meeting on Nov. 28 because of Thanksgiving. For more information, visit smensclub.org or Facebook.com/ smensclub.

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