ShalerJournal-UGC
"Playing for Keeps" Movie Documentary & Panel Discussion
Join Shaler North Hills Library on Thursday, September 26 from 6:00 - 8:00 PM for this documentary viewing and panel discussion! PLAYING FOR KEEPS examines the importance of play and downtime for all of us – children, adults, seniors, and animals. It is a tapestry of interwoven characters that takes a look at the health benefits of the play state as well as its recent decline in our lives. A documentary film by KPJR Films. Please register on our Event Calendar at www.shalerlibrary.org.
Panelists include musician/educator Destin LeCornu; writer/gymnastics coach Lainy Carslaw; and theatre director/educator Wayne Brinda. Pick up a brochure at the Library for details on the panel.
This viewing was generously made possible by Beth Docherty. Beth has a consulting business, The TRUST Project, in which she focuses on trauma-informed trainings and seminars for medical professionals and students and trauma-informed community building. Beth serves on HEAL PA, a group formed by the Governor in 2018 to help create a trauma-informed and healing centered state.
Shaler North Hills Library is located at 1822 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw 15116. More more information, contact Beth Lawry at 412-486-0211.
Sep 12
Sharon McRae
ShalerJournal-UGC
DowntownPittsburgh-UGC
Local organization awards two $10,000 community service scholarships
Passavant Memorial Homes Foundation (PMHF) announced the recipients of its 2024 Community Service Scholarship. The scholarship was created to honor the memory of Jamie Ellenberger, an individual served by Passavant Memorial Homes Family of Services (PMHFOS) who was an active member in the community. The principle of community is central to PMHFOS's mission, to empower individuals with intellectual disabilities, autism, and behavioral health needs to live successfully in the community.
Typically, PMHF awards one $10,000 scholarship to a student in the region, however, PMHF awarded two $10,000 scholarships to Gracie Mae Miller of Erie County and Madelyn Sheffel of Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School in Beaver County.
Since 2020, Miller has served as a teacher's aide in the Life Skills classoroom in Millcreek Township School District and volunteers for a number of local organizations supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism. She is attending Duquesne University and hopes to become a Life Skills teacher.
Sheffel became very involved in cancer initiatives after her close family members were diagnosed with cancer. She volunteers for numerous local non-profits including the American Cancer Society, American Red Cross, Special Olympics of Beaver County, Ronald McDonald House Charities, and the Mario Lemieux Foundation. She is attending Slippery Rock University to become a public school educator and coach.
This year, PMHF received 90 applications across 14 counties in western Pennsylvania.
Sep 11
Passavant Memorial Homes Foundation
DowntownPittsburgh-UGC
FoxChapelHerald-UGC
Fox Chapel Area Adult Education - Week of September 15, 2024
Last week was the opening week for Fox Chapel Area Adult Education (FCAAE). If you are not familiar with our community gem, here's a little background. This is our 62nd year of education for both mind and body for adults. FCAAE is a non-profit and was first created to extend the high school facilities to the community. We are the sole organization that allows access to the high school pool. We currently offer over 70 customized classes in the areas of Swimming, Art, Cooking, History, Recreational Sports, Fitness, and more. We listen to and create classes that you want. Adults 18 and over from all communities are invited to register. We are here for you.
Although classes are filling up, there are still many great classes available for you at www.fcaae.org. These classes have space and are beginning the week of 9/15. Some classes began last week, but there is no deadline for registration as long as there is space. So, check out our website to see all of your possibilities.
Chair TriYoga – allows you to gain benefits from yoga while seated. It's an online class so you can do it from the comfort of your own home.
Cooking Decorating Fall Designs – this delicious class is fun and creative. You'll learn the secrets of professional cookie decorating – and then you can eat them!
Basketball for Adults - Weekly, no pressure, pick-up basketball games for all adult players and all skill levels.
Balance Exercises: Anywhere, Anytime – Did you know that balance is a good predictor of long-term health? Work with a skilled physical therapist, improve your balance.
Strength and Conditioning for Golf and Racquet Sports – Work with an Orthopedic Physical Therapist and prepare your knees, hips, core, shoulders, and arms to the season and for life!
Semi-private Swim Lessons for Stroke Development/Improvement – Shared instruction for two students and one master instructor. You can sign up with a friend!
Aqua Exercise: Shallow and Deep – Increase joint mobility, muscle flexibility, and range of motion plus burn calories and increase cardiovascular fitness. No experience necessary for this aqua exercise option that allows some to be in the deep end, some in the shallow.
These courses and many more are at your fingertips at www.fcaae.org. No phone calls to make, just register online. Look for us on TribLive for weekly updates or check our website. Want to be one of the first to sign up next semester? Get on our email list at https://bit.ly/FCAAEemaillist.
Sep 10
Rand Leonard
FoxChapelHerald-UGC