Salute to Service to honor veterans, first responders
As part of its 175th anniversary celebration, McCandless is honoring veterans and first responders with a Salute to Service from 6 to 6:30 p.m. May 22 at North Park, corner of Ingomar Road and Babcock Boulevard.
A large American flag will be on display, and the national anthem will be sung. Other events include an Honor Guard flag display, a multifaith prayer, a memorial POW-MIA table, a presentation of certificates and a bagpiper performance. There also will be a ceremony for the proper disposal of old and worn flags.
Honorary recipients include McCandless Police Department, North Allegheny School District’s Air Force JROTC, the school district’s police department, McCandless-Franklin Park Ambulance Authority, McCandless fire departments and K-9 search-and-rescue dogs.
Reservations are requested by emailing michael.wholihan@mfpaa.org.
Sensory-friendly touch-a-truck expo set June 6
The Ross Township Police Department is hosting its free Exceptional Citizens Expo from noon to 3 p.m. June 6 at the Ross Department of Public Works, 225 Cemetery Lane.
This public safety and community “touch-a-truck”-style event is open to all, with an emphasis on being more accessible to individuals with special needs.
Crowds, noise and lights can be overwhelming for some people so the first hour — noon to 1 p.m. — will be sensory-friendly.
Police officers, firefighters, medics, public works employees and more will be on hand for the event and are eager to show their vehicles.
Three will be indoor and outdoor activities, a DJ, crafts, a public safety demonstration, a question-and-answer session and more.
To register, visit ross.pa.us.
For details, call 412-931-9070.
McCandless organizing first Bday 5K on July 4
McCandless is hosting its first-ever Bday 5K on July 4 at the North Park Boathouse, 10301 Pearce Mill Road.
Walkers, joggers and runners of all fitness levels are welcome to participate in this family-friendly race celebrating two birthdays — America’s 250th and McCandless’ 175th.
Don’t think you’re ready or have the experience? No problem. The town also is launching a couch to 5K program with Appalachian Running Co. the first week of May to get ready; visit townofmccandless.org for details as the date approaches.
Can’t participate but want to enjoy the festivities? Come cheer on all of our participants, make some funny signs and ring those cowbells for everyone.
To register, visit https://runsignup.com/Race/PA/AllisonPark/McCandlessBday5K.
Other events coming up to mark the anniversary include a Youth Pickleball Tournament on May 30, a McCandless Celebrity Kickball game June 13 and an Appraisal Fair at the Heritage Cultural Center on June 27.
For details about 175-year activities, visit townofmccandless.org/441/McCandless-175.
Special band night to benefit NHCO
Got It Covered, a night of live music benefiting North Hills Community Outreach, will return from 5 to 9 p.m. May 17 at Jergel’s Rhythm Grille, 103 Slade Lane, Warrendale.
The event is for those 21 and older. Tickets are $35 and can be purchased online at nhco.org/gic.
NHCO addresses the needs of people in crisis, hardship and poverty in northern Allegheny County. The nonprofit distributes food, provides transportation resources, helps senior citizens remain safely in their homes.
Local music legend Slim Forsythe, known as “Lawrenceville’s troubadour,” will emcee the high-energy event.
Participating bands include:
• Saddle Up — country with a rock-like edge
• Classic Old Fashioned — classic rock from the 1990s and 2000s
• Seven Mile Detour — ’90s tunes, plus some from the ’70s, ’80s and 2000s
• SLiCK31 — pop rock and hip-hop dance grooves with a classic rock edge and a hint of country twang
Cornhole golf outing to raise money for myasthenia gravis group
The Myasthenia Gravis Association of Western Pennsylvania is hosting a Cornhole Golf Tournament to benefit the nonprofit’s free patient support services.
The event will be from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. July 23 at Cornhole Golf Course, 540 State Route 228 in Adams Township.
Registration and check-in will start at 5:30 p.m., followed by a shotgun start at 6. In addition to 18 holes of cornhole golf, attendees will be treated to a post-event tailgate party. There also will be a hole-in-one contest, a 50-50 drawing, a basket raffle and a silent auction.
Cornhole golf is a twist on two classic games: cornhole and mini golf. The 18-hole skill toss obstacle course features fun and challenging obstacles for all ages.
Individual registration is $35 per golfer, and a foursome is $120. Tickets also are available for a “tailgate only” option at $20 per person.
The Myasthenia Gravis Association of Western Pennsylvania is marking its 71st year of service to people affected by myasthenia gravis, an autoimmune disorder of extreme muscle weakness with no known cause or cure.
For details about the organization, visit mgawpa.org.
To register for the event, email mgaoffice@mgawpa.org or call 412-566-1545.
Registration open for Camp Invention
Camp Invention: Spark is coming to McCandless this summer.
The nationally recognized summer enrichment camp for children entering grades K-6 will be offered from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 13-17 at Ingomar Elementary School, 602 W. Ingomar Road.
The cost is $285 per camper. There also are Leaders-in-Training spots for students in grades 7-9; the cost for those spots is $185.
A nonprofit program of the National Inventors Hall of Fame in partnership with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, Camp Invention challenges children to tap into their natural curiosity and use their creativity to solve problems. It promotes STEM learning; builds confidence, leadership, perseverance and resourcefulness; and encourages entrepreneurship — all in a fun and engaging environment.
Each year, the program features a new curriculum inspired by inductees to the National Inventors Hall of Fame. This year’s lineup includes:
• Space Morphers: Kids will build a DIY rocket and launch an epic mission to transform a new planet’s atmosphere, terrain and ecosystem. After a high-energy Rover Race to collect samples and data, they will grow dazzling crystal trees and hatch a mysterious animal egg in a Space Lab.
• Make Waves: Campers will ride the waves of entrepreneurship and invention. Inspired by a surfer’s journey, they will create prototypes, pitch their innovative products to hook investors and build a billboard boat to set sail and “make waves” in the market.
• Fur-ensics: Kids will sharpen their animal detective skills with Cap E. Bara and a fleet of robotic capybaras. They will investigate a trail of footprints, collect bits of fluffy fur and examine suspicious splatters before forensically analyzing evidence that has a surprising twist.
• The Infringers: Campers will use their invention superpowers to solve challenges in their community and around the world. They will miniaturize top-secret innovations, safeguard their designs using cryptography and protect their intellectual property from the Infringers.
All local Camp Invention programs are facilitated and taught by qualified educators who reside and teach in the community. Camp Invention serves 140,000 students every year and partners with more than 2,600 schools and districts across the nation.
For details and to register, visit invent.org/camp.
Remembrance Run to honor fallen military
The Veterans Leadership Program, in partnership with GCXC Racing Pittsburgh, is hosting a Memorial Day Remembrance Run in honor of fallen service members on May 23 at the North Park Boathouse, 10301 Pearce Mill Road, McCandless.
The event aims to raise awareness and provide support for veterans, service members and their families in Western Pennsylvania.
The run will include 1-mile, 5K and 10K distance options around North Park Lake.
The 5K and 10K will kick off at 9 a.m., and the 1-mile run/walk will start at 9:05 a.m.
There will be a special honor guard ceremony with the Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps unit from North Allegheny High School.
The cost by May 22 for nonmilitary members and veterans is $25 for the 1-mile run/walk, $35 for the 5K and $50 for the 10K; the price will increase $5 for each distance after May 22.
For active-duty service members and veterans, the cost is $30 for the 5K and $40 for the 10K.
To register, visit runsignup.com/Race/PA/AllisonPark/MemorialDayRemembranceRun.
The Veterans Leadership Program is a veteran-centric human service organization that provides housing, employment, wellness and supportive services to veterans and their family members residing in the Pittsburgh, Altoona, Butler and Erie Veterans Administration Medical Center catchment areas.
AAUW organizing 6th author fundraiser
The North Hills affiliate of the American Association of University Women is hosting its sixth annual For the Love of Books fundraiser from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 30 at La Roche University, 9000 Babcock Blvd., McCandless.
Doors will open at 9:30 a.m.
The event will feature presentations by local authors followed by a panel discussion, book signings, vendors and raffle baskets.
Morning refreshments and a light, gluten-free and nut-free lunch will be served.
Seating is limited, and reservations are required by May 23.
The cost to attend is $45.
To purchase tickets, make checks out to AAUW North Hills Pittsburgh and mail to June Maier, 959 Broad Meadow Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. Include your email address to receive an email confirmation.
To learn more, visit aauwnorthhillspgh.org/6th-annual-for-the-love-of-books-fundraiser.
Proceeds help support AAUW’s mission to advance gender equity through advocacy and education.
Free car cruise set at Hartwood Acres
Everyone is welcome to attend a free Father’s Day Car Cruise from 2 to 7 p.m. June 21 at Hartwood Acres Park.
The event will include music and food trucks. Radio personality Mike Frazer will keep the good times rolling. Dash plaques will be given to the first 100 show cars.
The car cruise will be followed by a free concert by Yacht Rocket on the Hartwood Amphitheater stage starting at 7:30 p.m.
The series is presented by Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix.
Car cruise events are weather-permitting. In the event of inclement weather, check the Allegheny County Parks Facebook page for updates.
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