In brief: Clothesline sale collection, fall book sale and more in Quaker Valley

Clothesline sale

Sewickley Academy is now accepting new and gently used clothing, shoes, costumes, sporting goods, fashion accessories and books for all ages for its upcoming Clothesline Sale.

Items can be dropped off outside the Rea Auditorium on campus from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Aug. 27-29, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Aug. 30, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Sept. 2-5, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Sept. 6-7 and 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Sept. 8.

For more information, visit sewickley.org/clothesline.

Vacancies open

Leetsdale has vacancies on the recreation board. One term ends at the end of this year. Another term expires at the end of next year.

There is a vacancy on the planning commission. Its term ends at the end of next year.

Interested residents may submit letters of interest and resumes to the borough office, 373 Beaver St.

Meeting scheduled

Quaker Valley School Board will have a combined workshop and legislative session at 7 p.m. Aug. 19 at Edgeworth Elementary School, 200 Meadow Lane.

Fall book sale

The Friends of the Sewickley Public Library invite the community to the annual Fall Book Sale, held at the Sewickley Public Library from Sept. 5-7.

Shoppers can browse a wide selection of gently used books, movies, music, and more, all at unbeatable prices. Whether you’re hunting for your next great read, stocking up on kids’ books, or looking for a few classics to add to your collection, there’s something for everyone.

Sale hours are 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Sept. 5 and 6 and 1-3:30 p.m. Sept. 7.

Sunday is Bag Day — fill a provided bag with as many items as you can for just $5.

All proceeds directly support programs, collections and services at the Sewickley Public Library.

For more information, visit sewickleylibrary.org or call the library at 412-741-6920.

Volunteers needed

The Borough of Leetsdale’s 4th of July Celebration has been a tradition since 1943 and has been enjoyed by the communities within and outside of Quaker Valley.

The committee is looking ahead to the nation’s 250th birthday celebration on Saturday, July 4, 2026. It invites all to join in planning and raising funds for the historic 82nd annual parade and Zambelli reworks extravaganza. It will be an exciting year with fundraisers already in the works.

The committee will hold its First Annual Pancake Breakfast from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 11. in the Community Room of the Leetsdale Borough Building. More information will follow.

To volunteer, join the committee at 7 p.m. Aug. 12 in the Community Room or contact Scott Zahner at 412-720-0298 or szahner1@yahoo.com.

Alzheimer’s Association golf scramble

The Alzheimer’s Association’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s will be the beneficiary of the We Remember Golf Scramble, set for 9 a.m. Sept. 12 at Black Hawk Golf Course in Beaver County. Cost is $100 per person (four-person teams), and includes prizes, a 50/50 raffle and lunch. To sign up, text or call Lauren BRatich Ramsey at 724-612-4778 or email Michelle Liebau at MMliebau@yahoo.com. Hole sponsorships are also available.

SMC Club

SMC Club, an affiliate of the Sewickley Valley YMCA, will host Jim Haller, who will discuss pro football in Pittsburgh, on Aug. 8. On Aug. 15, Joe Harrick of JKLM Energy will talk about fracking. There will be no meeting on Aug. 29 because of Labor Day. For more information, visit smensclub.org or Facebook.com/ smensclub.

Pizza with Police

Edgeworth Police Department will host a Pizza with Police event at 6 p.m. Aug. 21 at Sewickley Academy’s Lower School cafeteria, 315 Academy Ave.

Admission is free. More information will be posted on the borough’s Facebook page.

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 and 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 to become an AUP member, call and leave a message at 412-353-9088 or email Aupsingles@gmail.com.

Fern Hollow Nature Center

The gracious owners of Soggy Bottom Lake will allow Fern Hollow to host Family Fishing events on select Saturdays. All ages and abilities are welcome to fish the private property. Poles and bait are provided, or you can bring your own on Sept. 13 from 9 to 11 a.m. Exact location is provided upon registration.

Pack a lunch and come play at Fern Hollow’s Natural Outdoor Classroom every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Aug. 20. Best suited for preschool and early elementary children. Adult supervision is required. Donations accepted.

For more information on the programs, visit fhnc.org.

Gatsby: A Jazz Age Celebration

The Andrew Carnegie Free Library and Music Hall presents Gatsby: A Jazz Age Celebration on Sept. 26 at 300 Beechwood Ave. in Carnegie. Guests will enjoy live music by Adam Lee-Morgan Jazz Orchestra featuring Brittney Caraway. Special guest emcee is Natalie Bencivenga. The event benefits the Carnegie Carnegie.

For more information, call 412-276-3456 ext. 8.

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