ESAL artist explores intersection of expression, memory
The East Suburban Artist League will host featured speaker Morgan Anders at their March 5 meeting in Murrysville.
Anders is a Pittsburgh artist and North Carolina native whose work is informed by her childhood on a farm and her career as an art therapist and elementary student counselor. She said her work explores the intersection of human expression and memory, aiming to capture intense feelings and giving viewers a sense of connection.
Her presentation will be at 7 p.m. at Christ’s Lutheran Church, 5330 Old Logan Ferry Road in Murrysville. There is no cost to attend.
For more, see ESALart.org or call 412-373-0711.
Pi Day bake sale in Delmont
The Friends of the Delmont Library will host a bake sale, book sale and basket raffle in celebration of Pi Day.
It will be from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 12 and 14 at the library, 75 School St. in Delmont.
There will be a children’s activity on March 14. Books will be $5 per bag.
Woman’s club scholarships
The Murrysville Woman’s Club is accepting applications for its annual nontraditional scholarship program. A minimum of three, $3,000 scholarships will be awarded to women seeking to further their education.
Applicants must be Westmoreland County residents, 21 years or older, and must demonstrate financial need. They must be currently enrolled in college or able to provide proof of enrollment.
Applications are available at Seton Hill College, Westmoreland County Community College’s Hempfield and Murrysville campuses, the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg, and at libraries in Murrysville, Delmont, Greensburg and New Kensington. The deadline to apply is April 25.
For more, call 724-680-4933 or email joycekoga@yahoo.com.
FR Student Visionaries events
The Franklin Regional Panthers Against Cancer Club will host two upcoming events to help raise money for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, part of the society’s Student Visionaries of the Year program.
A cake decorating class will take place March 5 at The Kitchen by Vangura, 14431 Vangura Lane in North Huntingdon. Tickets are $75. For more, or to buy tickets, see Eventbrite.com — enter “cake decorating kitchen vangura” in the search box.
A concert by a trio of Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra musicians will take place March 22 at Iron City Distilling, 150 Ferry St. in Creighton. Music is at 4 p.m. with refreshments at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $50, and can be purchased at Eventbrite.com — enter “PSO trio charity benefit” in the search box.
School board meeting changes
The Franklin Regional school board has changed its meetings dates for the next few months.
Monthly combined committee of the whole and voting meetings will be held on March 23 and April 27at 7:30 p.m. at the Murrysville municipal building, 4100 Sardis Road.
Meetings also are broadcast live on Comcast local access Channel 21, and livestreamed on the district’s YouTube page.
An agenda is available in advance at Go.boarddocs.com/pa/frrg/Board.nsf.
Bushy Run Charter Day
Bushy Run Battlefield in Penn Township will host its annual Charter Day on March 8.
Charter Day recognizes the day in 1681 when William Penn received a grant of 26 million acres from English King Charles II — land that would become Pennsylvania. Attendees can explore the museum and speak with reenactors about the state’s history.
The event will be held from noon to 3 p.m. in the museum, 1253 Route 993, and is free to attend. Cake, drinks and snacks will be served.
Delmont VFD Auxiliary super bingo
The Delmont Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary will host a $6,000 super bingo night at 6:30 p.m. March 7. Doors open at 5 p.m.
Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 at the door. No one under age 14 is permitted. It will be at the fire hall, 2360 Route 66 in Delmont.
For tickets and more information, call 724-689-5591.
Bless a Dress
The Delmont Public Library is hosting a collection for the “Bless a Dress Pittsburgh” program, collecting gently used homecoming or prom dresses, along with shoes and jewelry.
The clothing will be made available to students who need or cannot afford a prom dress. The collection will continue through March 6 at the library, 75 School St. in Delmont.
Preschool registration
Registration for the Newlonsburg Church Preschool program is underway.
The church is at 4600 Old William Penn Highway, Murrysville.
For more information, see Newlonsburg Church.org/preschool.
State police academy applications open
The Pennsylvania State Police is now accepting applications for its 2026 Law and Leadership Academy – Southwest Location. The application period runs through May 1.
The free program is designed for residents or students in Southwest Pennsylvania, ages 18 and older, who have a high school diploma or GED and are seeking a career in law enforcement. Modeled after professional police academies, the curriculum includes instruction on criminal investigations, traffic laws and police resources, alongside paramilitary training in physical fitness, swimming and marching.
The academy runs from May 11 through Aug. 5. Classes are held:
• Mondays: 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
• Wednesdays: 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.
• Saturdays: Two dates (tentative)
The program aims to foster self-discipline and teamwork while giving participants a firsthand look at the cadet experience.
Interested applicants can obtain an application by contacting the Southwest Program Coordinator, Trooper Tristan T. Fay, at tfay@pa.gov, or by visiting www.PATROOPER.com. More information is available on the PSP website.
3 Rivers Psychic Fair set for March 14-15
The 3 Rivers Psychic Fair, featuring more than 55 vendors, returns from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 14-15 at Comfort Inn, 699 Rodi Road, Penn Hills.
Workshops will be available on a variety of topics, including manifesting, authenticity, feminine rising, group psychic medium readings and telepathy.
The fair takes place three times a year in and around the city of Pittsburgh. The next events are scheduled for July 25 and Oct. 17-18. The fair offers psychic, intuitive and medium readings, as well as Reiki and energy healers and holistic products.
The mission of the fair is to connect, heal and educate. It aims to help people expand their minds, learn about their bodies and kindle their inner flames.
Admission is $5, payable by cash or credit card. There also will be a 50-50.
To learn more, visit 3riverspf.com. To view a list of readers and vendors enrolled, visit facebook.com/3RiversPsychicFair.
AARP tax-prep
The AARP Foundation will host several sessions for its annual tax preparation program in Murrysville.
Sessions will take place Friday, March 13 and 27 and April 10 at the Murrysville Community Center, 3091 Carson Ave. Advance appointments are required by calling 724-374-3780. Walk-ins are not permitted.
For more, see AARPfoundation.org.
Heating assistance program enrollment
The federally funded Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, or LIHEAP, has opened enrollment for the season, offering one-time cash grants to qualifying applicants to help with home heating bills or emergency repairs.
Households can apply through April 10 or until the funds are depleted.
Residents can apply at compass.state.pa.us or by calling 866-857-7095.
Association of University People
The Association of University People invites potential new members to join them at an event.
The association welcomes singles aged 50 and older, who are four-year college graduates, to join them for activities and to meet new people. Activities include picnics, monthly dinners, a book group and meetups at local concerts and wineries.
For more, call 412-353-9088 or email AUPsingles@gmail.com.