In brief: Winter maintenance agreement, tree planting and more in Sewickley area

Winter agreement approved

Leet commissioners recently approved a new five-year deal with PennDOT for winter maintenance along Ambridge Avenue and part of Little Sewickley Creek Road.

Commission president Martin McDaniel said the state has agreed to pay the township about $5,600 this winter, with about $100 increases in subsequent years for crews to plow and salt the roads. He said the agreement allows public works crews to clear the roads faster than waiting for PennDOT.

Jail service to be explored

Leet officials are exploring contracting for jail services with neighboring municipalities. For years, township cops have transported suspects to Coraopolis for temporary lockup.

The current deal is expected to expire at the end of the year.

Township commission president Martin McDaniel said the borough is expected to raise its rates for next year, and Leet police would like to explore some cost-saving options.

Tree planting

Leet public works crews are expected to plant about 16 trees this fall in the township’s Olde Sewickley Heights neighborhood and by Quaker Heights Park.

Tree types include oak, maple and the Kentucky coffeetree. Officials said the trees would replace ones that were cut down in recent years.

Leaf cleaning offered

Leetsdale is hosting a fall leaf cleaning through November for all disabled and low-income senior citizens in the borough. DeGori Lawncare is donating services.

Those interested in the service can contact Mayor Sandra Ford at 724-266-4820 or email mayorsford@gmail.com for more information.

Pickleball courts open

Pickleball and tennis courts at Chadwick Street Park in Sewickley are ready for play.

The borough recently completed an estimated $324,000 renovation project at the recreation site. Four new pickleball courts were installed.

Other upgrades included a full-size tennis court, new fencing, restructuring of the basketball court and new landscaping by the railroad tracks.

The work was partially funded by a $126,000 state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources grant. The remaining $198,000 was paid by the borough.

Work was done by Palombo Landscaping.

Anniversary event

J. McLauglin is celebrating 10 years in Sewickley with festive sips, bites and holiday styling from 3-7 p.m. Nov. 6 at 449 Beaver St. Hosted by Hellen Hanna Cestra and Helen Sosso of Howard Hanna Real Estate, 10% of sales during the event will benefit the Howard Hanna Children’s Free Care Fund.

For more information, call 412-259-8025.

Wine walk

Sewickley Valley Chamber of Commerce presents its 15th annual Wine Walk along Beaver Street from 5:30-9 p.m. Nov. 5.

Sample more than 30 different wines throughout the evening while supporting local businesses.

Tickets are $40 and are available online via sewickleyvalleychamber.org.

Participating businesses include Bean Candle Co., Bellwether, Big Bang Comics and Collectibles, Buck Mason + Leanne Ford Interiors, Chocolate Boutique, Caliente Pizza and Draft House, Cosign Sewickley and Diana Kauffman Designs.

There will also be food trucks and complimentary water.

Call Erica Parr at 412-259-0304 for more information.

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 childhealthassociation.org.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Business Connection

Greater Pittsburgh Business Connection, a referral group of business professionals, will meet at Eat’n Park on Route 60 in Robinson Township for breakfast from 7:15 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. on Nov. 5. Speakers will be Brian Thomas of BT Computer Consulting Services and Matt Yost of Yost Kitchen and Bath. To attend, become a member or for more information, visit gpbc-pgh.org or call 412-364-6446 ext. 302.

SMC Club

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. The Christmas party is set for Dec. 12. There will not be a meeting on Dec. 26 because of the holiday. For more information, visit smensclub.org or Facebook.com/ smensclub.

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