College Club of Carnegie meeting planned
The College Club of Carnegie, in its 92nd year, welcomes members and guests to enjoy its Spring Fling Gathering-themed meeting April 11 at the Olive Garden Restaurant, 971 Greentree Road in Green Tree.
There will be a social at noon with lunch to follow. A 50/50 raffle to benefit the club’s scholarship program will be offered.
Women with postsecondary educations are invited to call Therese Condit, membership chairperson, for more information at 412-279-4458.
Scott Library celebrates birthday
The Scott Township Public Library is turning 25 this year and is planning events to celebrate.
A Library Birthday Celebration is scheduled March 26 at the library, 301 Lindsay Road, Scott. A birthday open house with light refreshments is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. From 5 to 7 p.m., a family birthday party will be held with games and activities for children ages 3 to 12. Registration is required for both at scottlibrary.org.
The Spring Vendor Fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on March 28 at the library. The event is free. Raffles will be offered, and vendors will be on-site.
A trivia night will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. April 24 at the Scott Township Community Room in Scott Park, 1 Park Drive. Tickets cost $15 before March 31 and $20 after or at the door. Light refreshments will be served, outside food and drink are welcome. The event is intended for adults only. Tickets can be purchased at the library.
The Friends of Scott Township Public Library organization will host its spring book sale April 31 to May 3. A variety of used books, games, puzzles, DVDs and CDs will be for sale. Proceeds support the library.
A $5 bag day will be held Sunday, and various flash sales will be available all three days. Payment is by cash or check only.
From 5 to 7 p.m. on April 31, the Friends of the Library will host a members-only night. Times for the book sale are noon to 4 p.m. on May 1; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on May 2; and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. om May 3.
Old St. Luke’s concert series
The concert series is back at Old St. Luke’s Church in Scott.
Remaining concerts include: April 26, Trio Sine Nomine; and May 3, Taburaški Sastav Ponoć America’s Premier Tambura Band.
Concerts begin at 2 p.m. and are held at the church, 330 Old Washington Pike, Scott.
The suggested donation is $20.
For more information, contact the church at info@oldsaintlukes.org or 412-495-0509.
Easter Bunny breakfast
An Easter Bunny breakfast will be held from 10 a.m. to noon March 29 at the Collier Community Center, 5 Lobaugh St.
The event includes a hot breakfast, egg hunt, crafts and pictures with the Easter Bunny.
People can register by calling 724-693-0780. Registration is $10 per member or $12 per non-member. Children 3 and younger are free. Register by March 27.
Collier coffee
Collier Manager George Macino will host quarterly coffee hours at the community center, 5 Lobaugh St.
The remaining dates for the year are May 20, Aug. 19 and Nov. 18. They begin at 9:30 a.m.
Discussion includes updates and information about Collier. Questions, concerns and comments are welcome.
Historical Society presentations
Todd DePastino will present “Whiskey Rebellion: A massive armed uprising that included Pittsburgh,” as part of the Bridgeville Area Historical Society speaker series at 7:30 p.m. March 31.
The presentation will be held at the Chartiers Room of the Bridgeville Volunteer Fire Department, 370 Commercial St.
Ukrainian Pysanky/Easter Egg sale
The parish of St. Peter and St. Paul Ukrainian Orthodox Church, 220 Mansfield Blvd., Carnegie, will host its annual Ukrainian Easter Egg Sale from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on March 29.
The event will feature more than 1,200 Pysanky (Easter eggs), goose and ostrich eggs, hand-painted wooden eggs, crafts from Ukraine, basket raffles, door prizes, a bake sale and more.
The church kitchen will serve a variety of Ukrainian foods. Church tours and a talk with Father John Charest at noon, 1 and 2 p.m.
For more information, call 412-527-5359 or visit orthodoxcarnegie.org.
Summer concert series
Collier Parks and Recreation has released its summer concert series schedule.
Performances include: May 31, Hug McKinney and the Embracers; June 7, Hewlett Anderson; June 14, Z-Town; June 21, Rick and Mike Unplugged; June 28, Scott, Rob and Greg of The Clarks; July 5, RML Jazz; July 12, Tracy Lee and the Beats; July 19, Neon Bridges; July 26, Zig Daniels of the Delaneys; Aug. 2, Turner & Black; Aug. 9, Vinyl Rewind; and Aug. 16, Timothy Earl.
Concerts are from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Collier Park, 5 Lobaugh St. People should bring a blanket or chair. Local food and beverage trucks will be available.
Vendors sought
Scott Township is seeking vendors for its Evening Market in the Park.
The market series runs from 5 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesdays, beginning May 6 and ending Sept. 2. It is held at Scott Township Park, 1 Park Drive.
Interested vendors should contact Terrie at tcavey@scotttownship.com.
Bridgeville Easter egg hunt
The Bridgeville Volunteer Fire Department and the borough will host their annual Easter egg hunt March 28 at the fire department, 370 Commercial St.
The egg hunt begins at 11 a.m.
People should bring their own container to collect eggs. The event is free.
Trivia night
The Bridgeville-South Fayette Rotary Club will host its Trivia Night fundraiser April 11.
Registration is required. For more information, visit bridgeville-sfrotary.org.
Scott’s Easter Bunny breakfast
A breakfast with the Easter Bunny will be held March 28 at Scott Park’s Community Room, 1 Park Drive.
Time slots are 10 a.m. or 11:30 a.m.
Tickets cost $8 per person, children 2 and younger are admitted free. Reserve your spot at the Community Pass on scott-twp.com.
The event includes a pancake breakfast, a photo opportunity with the Easter Bunny, crafts, raffle and a sweet treat from the Bunny.
For more information, contact Terrie at tcavey@scotttownship.com.
First responder grants
Bridgeville-area volunteer fire companies and EMS agencies were awarded funding through the Office of the State Fire Commissioner’s Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grant program.
Awards include: Kirwan Heights Volunteer Firemans Association EMS, $15,000; SouthBridge EMS, $15,000; Bridgeville Volunteer Firemans Association, $13,663; Kirwan Heights Volunteer Firemans Association, $14,899; Rennerdale Volunteer Fire Department, $14,281; Carnegie Volunteer Fire and Rescue, $13,663; and Presto Volunteer Fire Department, $16,136.
Funding can be used towardfacility renovations, equipment, debt reduction, training and more.
Historical society presentations
The Bridgeville Area Historical Society has announced its upcoming history presentations.
Todd DePastino will present “Whiskey Rebellion: A massive armed uprising that included Pittsburgh,” at 7:30 p.m. March 31.
Bridgeville Volunteer Fire Department chief Ray Costain will present “Safety” at 7:30 p.m. April 28.
Both presentations will be at the fire department’s Chartiers Room, 370 Commercial St., Bridgeville.
Purple Party
The Myasthenia Gravis Association of Western Pennsylvania will host its seventh annual Purple Party fundraiser April 17.
The event is scheduled from 7 to 10:30 p.m. at Cefalo’s, 428 Washington Ave., Carnegie.
There will be music, prices, raffles, hors d’oeuvres and a complimentary cocktail cash bar.
Tickets are $80 and can be purchased at Ooh La La Boutique and Spa, 218 E. Main St., Carnegie; by calling 412-566-1545; or by emailing mgaoffice@mgawpa.org.
Red Cross seeks blood donors, volunteers
During Red Cross Month, the American Red Cross urges donors to help the national blood supply recover following a severe shortage and empower their health by making an appointment to give blood or platelets.
Donors of all blood types remain critical to keeping momentum up and the blood supply steady headed into spring.
The Red Cross will perform free A1C testing on successful blood, platelet and plasma donations made through March 31, one result per calendar year. Donors also will receive a $15 Amazon Gift Card by email. Details can be found at redcrossblood.org/March.
The American Red Cross supplies about 40% of the nation’s blood.
To donate blood or platelets, visit redcrossblood.org, call 800-RED CROSS or use the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
Another way to support the lifesaving mission of the Red Cross is to become a volunteer. Blood donor ambassadors help greet, check in and thank donors at blood drives to ensure they have a positive donation experience.
Volunteers also are needed as transportation specialists, ensuring lifesaving blood products are delivered to nearby hospitals. For details and to apply for either position, contact Volunteer Services at 800-422-7677 or visit redcross.org/volunteertoday.