Union Finley Messenger Feb 2014

Pleasant Hills Lions Club to Hold Spaghetti Dinner

The Pleasant Hills Lions Clubwill hold its annual spaghetti din-ner on Sunday, March 2 from 1 to5:30 p.m. at the Pleasant HillsBorough Building CommunityRoom. The prices are $8 foradults and $4 for children 12 andunder. Tickets may be purchasedfrom Lions Club members or atthe door. Take-out service will beavailable. All proceeds go toLions charities, including aid tothe less fortunate, particularly thevision and hearing-impaired; community organizations andprojects; and school and recreational activities. Attendees atthe dinner are asked to consider bringing donations of non-perishable food items, which the club will deliver to the localfood bank. Anyone interested in learning more about the clubor in inquiring about membership may call Chuck Snyder412-653-4220.

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The Borough of Jefferson Hills Council poses for a photo after being sworn in by DistrictMagistrate Guy Reschenthaler on Jan. 6. Reschenthaler was performing his first official act atDistrict Judge for the Borough of Jefferson Hills, Pleasant Hills and South Park.

Mrs. Jan Cmar was sworn in as Mayor. A former Councilwoman at Jefferson Hills, she replacedMayor Michael Green who resigned the position last fall.

Mr. Christopher King was elected president of Council. Mr. James A. Weber was elected vicepresident of Council.

Jefferson Hills Council Swears in New Members

Pictured are (l-r): Melissa Barclay - first term; Vicki Ielase - second term; Janice Cmar - Mayor; David Montgomery - third term; and Christopher W. King - third term and Council president.

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Olivet Presbyterian Food Bank in WestElizabeth Schedules February DistributionOlivet Presbyterian Food Bank of West Elizabeth will have its monthly distri-

bution on Tuesday, February 18 from 1 - 2:30 p.m. at 726 4th St., West Elizabeth. Clients should bring an assistant to help carry their food. Patrons who miss

two distributions in a row must reregister; proof of eligibility will be required.New clients may sign up at this time as well bringing identification and proof ofincome and residency.

Anyone interested in volunteering their time to help with the distribution cancome to the church on Tuesday morning at 8:30 a.m. to help package food and/orat 12:30 p.m. to assist in the carrying of food to vehicles. Any help would begreatly appreciated.

The church's phone number is 412-384-7160. The Food Bank Coordinator,Jamie Williams, can be reached at 412-405-8144.

Beginning on February 1st, theWashington County Farm Bureau willbegin their annual food drive. The fooddrive is undertaken to celebrate FoodCheck-Out Week, which is the weekwhen the average American family hasearned enough income to pay theirfood bill for the entire year. This year itis February 16-22. Food Check-OutWeek also celebrates the safe, abun-dant, affordable, and nutritious foodthat the American farmer grows.

"We had great success with the drivelast year," said Don Carter, WCFB'sFood Drive Committee Chairman. "Wehad a lot of 4-H groups get involved.We would love to see more people,especially the area's youth, get involvedthis year so we can surpass last year'stotals."

Collection boxes will be placedthroughout the county and all dona-tions will be made to the WashingtonCounty Food Bank for distributionthrough the food pantry closest to thedonation box. Food should be inunopened packages and have a currentsell-by date. For more information ondrop-off locations or to get involved,contact Don Carter at 724-350-2654.

Here is a list of all of the collectionsites for 2014 Washington CountyFarm Bureau food drive. Everythingthat is collected in the local area willstay in that area.

• Avella Area Library• Hickory Branch of • Washington Financial

• Burgettstown Library• Village Tack - Burgettstown

Midway Boro• Heritage Library - McDonald• Bahr Hardware - Canonsburg• Frank Sarris Library - Canonsburg• Chartiers Houston Library• Claysville Boro Building• Middletown Tractor Sales• Bull International - Washington • Mikes Feed - Washington • Citizens Library - Washington • Goodwill - Washington• Washington Hospital -

Cecil Out Patients Center• Washington Hospital -

Washington location• Washington County

Commissioners/County Employees Office Building

• Goodwill - Peters Township• Peters Township Library• McMurray Dairy Bar - • Peters Township• Eighty Four Agway• Cheplics Packing - Finleyville• Monongahela Library• Cox Market - Monongahela• Donora Area Library• Charleroi Area Library• California Area Library• Pete Daley - California Office only• Country Fresh Market - Centerville• Fredericktown Area Library• Marianna Area Library• Millsboro Save a Lot• Log Cabin Fence - Lone Pine• Bentleyville Area Library

Washington County Farm Bureau Begins Annual Food Drive

Every Weekend in FebruarySaturdays 11am-3pm &

Sundays 1pm-4pm

Monongahela Gets Ready for2014 Farmers’ Market

Once again the season is slowly creeping along, but it's nice to look forward tofresh vegetables and fruits from our local farmers with all these cold, snowy daysahead of us. This farmers’ market season will start June 13, 2014 and run untiSeptember 26,2014. We have a great line-up of vendors who supply us with lotsof goodies to eat and drink at the market or take home. We are looking for vol-unteers, businesses and vendors to help us out with this venue. We have formeda committee and will have our first meeting in late February to get the lettersmailed out for sponsors and vendors. We would love to hear from you! Pleasecontact us at 724-328-2834 or via Facebook at Monongahela Farm Market pageor email [email protected].

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Washington County Named TopFood Donor County for 2013

The Washington County Farm Bureau recently received an awardfrom the PA Farm Bureau for their efforts in the Harvest For All cam-paign. Due in large part to the efforts of the WCFB during their annualfood drive, Washington County came in as the top donor county for2013 with 12,700 pounds of food being given to the GreaterWashington County Food Bank.

According to the Pennsylvania Farm Bureau website, the YoungFarmers and Ranchers division of the Farm Bureau began a partnershipwith Harvest For All in 2002 and participated in their first service proj-ect with HFA in 2003. Since then, over 83 million meals have been pro-vided by YF&R nationwide. With nearly 1 in 6 people being food inse-cure-or at risk of hunger - the need is greater than ever.

"That continued need is why we decided to take our prize from thestate - two $100 gift cards - and offer them as incentives to all of ournon-profit collection sites for our annual food drive that begins onFebruary 1st," WCFB President George Wherry said. "We hope that theprize money will be a stimulant within our community. Anyone donat-ing food will be helping the hungry and potentially their favorite non-profit as well."

For assistance in finding a collection location near you, contact DonCarter, food drive chairman, at 724-350-2654.

February Meeting of the RMLG Addresses Staying Mentally Fit

We walk around the block or on the treadmill or ride the bicycle to keep ourbodies in some semblance of working order, but what do we do for our brains? Atthe February meeting of the Retired Men’s Luncheon Group of Pleasant Hills, we’llbe provided with some answers to that question. The meeting will be held at noonon Thursday, February 20, 2014 in the Fellowship Hall of the Pleasant HillsCommunity Presbyterian Church, located at the corner of Old Clairton Road andAudrey Drive in Pleasant Hills. Cost for the lunch is only $7. For additional infor-mation, or to indicate your intention to attend, call the office of the Pleasant HillsCommunity Presbyterian Church at 412-655-2000. Please call by Friday, February14, 2014 to be included in the lunch order.

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FEBRUARY 1FINLEYVILLE KNIGHTS OFCOLUMBUS SUPER BOWL HOAGIESALE - Stop by St. Francis Finley Hallacross the parking lot from the Churchbetween 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. to buy agreat hoagie at a great price. SuperHoagies are $7 each. Proceeds benefitcharities supported by the Knights ofColumbus Council 13832.

FEBRUARY 1-2SOUTH HILL COIN CLUB 54THANNIVERSARY COIN SHOW -Saturday, February 1 from 10 a.m. to 5p.m. and Sunday, February 2 from 10a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Crowne Plaza -Pittsburgh South (across from SouthHills Village). Free admission andhourly door prizes.

FEBRUARY 5WOMEN’S CLUB OF JEFFERSONHILLS MEETING - 7:30 p.m. at theJefferson Hills Municipal Building onOld Clairton Road. The program for theupcoming meeting will be Game Night.Refreshments will be hosted by JoanSpehar, Barb Kampert and LorraineCathell. Anyone interested in becominga member is welcome to attend.Membership is open to all residents ofJefferson Hills and surrounding com-munities. Guests are welcome. For fur-ther information please call, 412-384-3318 or 412-655-4224. Meetings areheld the first Wednesday of each monthat 7:30 p.m. at the Jefferson HillsMunicipal Building.

FEBRUARY 6FALL PREVENTION - 2:30 p.m. atStrabane Trails Village, 317 WellnessWay, Washington. UPMC’s Dr. NatashaMiljkovic will discuss why older adultsare more prone to falls. To register, call724-225-4100.

FEBRUARY 8“FORCES OF NATURE” CONCERT -presented by the WashingtonSymphony Orchestra. The guest con-ductor will be Scottish native and cur-rent director of the River City Brass,James Gourlay. Tickets for t are availablein advance at all branches ofWashington Financial Bank, as well asCitizens Library in Washington andPeters Township Public Library, onlineat www.washsym.org, by phone at 724-223-9796 or at the door the evening ofthe performance.

HARP ENSEMBLE FUNDRAISER - atthe South Hills Village Barnes andNoble from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. to raisefunds for the harp scholarship fund.The Ringgold Harp Ensemble will beplaying to raise funds for the harpscholarship fund.

FEBRUARY 9HACKETT CLUB INDOOR FLEAMARKET - 118 Brawdy Street offVenetia Road, 1 mile west of Finleyville.For more information, call 724-348-5503.

JON DELANO DISCUSSION - at 7:30p.m. at Beth Israel Center Synagogue,118 Gill Hall Road, Jefferson Hills. JonDelano will discuss current politicalevents. The lecture is part of our AdultEducation Program and is free to thepublic. Please RSVP at the synagogue’soffice - 412 655 2144. Refreshmentswill be served.

SWEET SUNDAY DESSERT FES-TIVAL - Noon to 5 p.m. at the HiltonGarden Inn Southpointe, 1000Corporate Dr., Canonsburg. Auctionfrom 12 - 3 p.m. Admission tickets are$4 in advance and $5 at the door.Come to the largest fundraising eventfor City Mission. For more informa-tion, call 724-222-8530 x213 or visitwww.citymission.org.

SPAGHETTI DINNER - held by theMonongahela Area Library and theMonongahela Elks Lodge at the ElksLodge, 444 Jackson St. from 11:30a.m. – 5 p.m. Cost is $8 for adults, $4for 12 and under. Dinner will consistof spaghetti and meatballs, salad,roll/bread, dessert, and choice of cof-fee, and hot or iced tea. Other drinksmay be purchased at the bar. Ticketsfor the dinner are available now at thelibrary circulation desk or at the ElksLodge. Walk-ins the day of the dinnerare welcome.

FEBRUARY 11SOUTH HILLS COIN CLUB MEET-ING - 8 p.m. at the Bethel PresbyterianChurch, 2999 Bethel Church Rd. Allmembers and the general public areinvited. This month’s program will belarge cents. A 50/50 will be offeredalong with prizes for kids. For moreinformation, call 724-984-6611.

SOUTH HILLS FRIENDS OF THEMONTOUR TRAIL MEETING - 6:30p.m. at the South Park TownshipCommunity room, located at 2675Brownsville Road, South Park.Individuals interested in the MontourTrail are encouraged to attend.Additional information concerning thetrail may be obtained on the MontourTrail web site www.montourtrail.org.Questions may be directed [email protected].

FEBRUARY 13‘TRICKY TRACKS’ HOMESCHOOLOUTDOOR CLASSROOM – at MingoCreek Park, located off of Route 136.Two sessions are available; Session I willbegin at 10 a.m. and Session II willbegin at 1 p.m. Please note that this pro-gram is designed for homeschooledchildren ages 5 to 11. Pre-registration isrequired and can be made by calling724-228-6867. There is a fee of $1 forthis program.

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FEBRUARY 14VALENTINE’S DAY DANCE - at theMonongahela American Legion from 7 -10:30 p.m.. For more information, callGeno at 724-592-5264.

FEBRUARY 15FLEA MARKET, SOUP & BAKE SALE- Riverhill Church of Christ, 2105Riverhill Rd., Monongahela, from 8 a.m.to 4 p.m.. For more information, con-tact Nancy Tencer at 412-302-8359.

SOLID GOLD CONCERT - The musi-cal group “Solid Gold” will perform atthe Monongahela American Legionfrom 7 - 10:30 p.m. For more informa-tion, call Geno at 724-592-5264.

FEBRUARY 16PANCAKE & SAUSAGE BREAKFAST- 8:30 a.m. – noon at St. Francis Church,Finley Hall, Finleyville. Pancakes,sausage and beverage. Adults $5, chil-dren $3. All-you-can-eat pancakes.Tickets available after masses onFebruary 8 and 9 or at the door.Sponsored by the Knights of Columbusand the Columbiettes.

FEBRUARY 18SOUTHWESTERN PENNSYLVANIAREGISTERED NURSES CLUB MEET-ING - 9:30 a.m. at HamiltonPresbyterian Church, 4500 HamiltonRd., Bethel Park. Speaker is Dr.Spyridon I. Marinis. His topic is “Pelvic

Health for Women: Where MedicineStands Today for Maintaining andRestoring Health of Bladder, Bowel, andPelvic Floor.” All registered nurses arewelcome. Contact Mimi at 412-561-6905 for more information.

FEBRUARY 22SPAGHETTI DINNER - fundraiser forJohnny Mucha from 3 - 7 p.m. atChartiers Valley High School Cafeteria,50 Thoms Run Rd., Bridgeville. Formore information or to make a dona-tion, contact Lisa Dabat [email protected] or HeatherOberle at [email protected].

FEBRUARY 23HACKETT CLUB INDOOR FLEAMARKET - 118 Brawdy Street offVenetia Road, west of Finleyville. Formore information, call 724-348-5503.

FEBRUARY 25FAMILY EDUCATION WORKSHOP -6 - 8:30 p.m. at Home Instead SeniorCare Center for Training and Education,2000 Oxford Dr., Suite 415, Bethel Park,for those caring for an aging parent orrelative with Alzheimer’s disease orother dementia. RSVP to (412) 595-7554 or (724) 222-7770.

FEBRUARY 26SANDWICH AND UNLIMITEDHOMEMADE SOUP DINNER - TrinityHigh School Cafeteria from 3:00 - 7:00PM. Take-outs available. Tickets $8.00

in advance, $10.00 at the door.Sponsored by Trinity JROTC HillersBattalion. Contact Major Clacks or CSMMassullo at 724-223-2000 ext. 6010 orany cadet for tickets.

FEBRUARY 27PRESENTATION ON TEENAGE DAT-ING VIOLENCE - presented byDomestic Violence Services ofSouthwestern PA at 6:30 p.m. at theFinleyville Community Center, 3547Marion Ave. Open to the public. This isa free event, although, a product dona-tion would be appreciated! Donationswill benefit the men, women and chil-dren who seek assistance fromDomestic Violence Services ofSouthwestern PA. Items needed includeLysol spray, kitchen cleaner, dishwasherdetergent, 13-gallon drawstring kitchentrash bags, bathroom cleaner, toiletbowl cleaner, all purpose cleaner.

RIVER CITY BRASS BAND - 2:30 p.m.at Strabane Trails Village, 317 WellnessWay, Washington. To register, call 724-225-4100.

HEALTHY HEART FAIR - from 9 to11a.m. at the Mon Valley YMCA. TheYMCA encourages everyone to bephysically active to help reduce stressand control weight. Kathy Guy, certi-fied diabetes educator and registereddietician from Mon Valley Hospital,will be available to answer questions.Pre-registration is advised by calling

724-483-8077or by going to the busi-ness office in person.

FEBRUARY 28SPAGHETTI DINNER - fundraiser heldby Fix ‘ur Cat from 4 to 7 p.m. at theWestern Area Career TechnologyCenter, Canonsburg. For tickets, tomake a donation, or for more informa-tion about Fix ‘ur Cat, please visit ourwebsite www.fixurcat.org, Fix ‘ur Cat onFacebook, or call 724-503-8523.

MARCH 1WASHINGTON COUNTY & MONVALLEY HEART BALL - 5:30 p.m. - 12a.m. at Hilton Garden Inn Southpointe,1000 Corporate Dr., Canonsburg. Formore information, tickets or for spon-sorship opportunities, visit http://wash-ingtonpaheartball.heart.org or contact412- 208-3577 or email [email protected].

SOFTBALL CLINIC - from 9 a.m. tonoon at Ringgold High School Gym fora morning of preparation for softballseason. Cost is $30 and includes a t-shirt if paid by February 16. Lightsnacks provided. For questions and reg-istration information, contact CarieGuballa at 724-348-4789 or CelinaCantini at 724-258-0903.

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Letters to the Editor can be submitted via e-mail to [email protected] or by mail to P.O. Box 13363, Pittsburgh, PA 15243

All Letters to the Editor must be signed and must contain the author’s return address and telephone numberfor verification. Letters will be printed as submitted whenever possible; however, we reserve the right to edit forlength, clarity, and taste, and to refuse to publish any and all letters received. Letters to the Editor represent theunsolicited opinions of our readers and do not reflect the views or opinions of the Union Finley Messenger, itsowners, editorial board, or writing staff. No compensation is offered for any submission, and the authorassumes all responsibility for the accuracy and ramifications of their submission.

Finleyville American Legion Sponsors‘Banners Across America’ Program

Dear Editor,

As we sit and reflect back on the past holiday seasons, we hope that you remem-bered the men and women who have served in our Armed Services and those whopresently serve around the globe both near and far.

We of the American Legion Post 613 always look forward to the opportunity ofhonoring these veterans throughout the year, especially on Memorial Day andVeterans’ Day.

In the October issue of the Union Finley Messenger, Mr. Paul Chasko featuredan article giving our friends and neighbors in Finleyville and Union Township theopportunity to participate in a program called ‘Banners Across America.’

This program was started in nearby Castle Shannon on Route 88 and has spreadsouth through Bethel Park and South Park, sponsored by various veterans andcommunity organizations. You have probably observed these banners along thehighway in your travels. The banners have already made their way to theWashington County Union Township line and we don't want them to stop there.

The Finleyville American Legion is sponsoring this continuing program inUnion Township and Finleyville Borough. The banners will be mounted and dis-played on utility poles both in Union Township and Finleyville from MemorialDay through Veterans’ Day. Then they will be taken down and stored for reuse thefollowing year.

If you would like to honor your special veteran, past or present, there are a fewthings that you need to do:

Locate that special picture (color or black and white) and it will be scanned bycomputer, copying your image. The photo will be returned to you unharmed.

Fill out the appropriate form stating all the information about your veteran forthe banner. A copy of your picture and information will be forwarded to the man-ufacturer for processing.

When processing is complete, the banner will be returned to American LegionPost 613 where the durable frame will be constructed for mounting.

The banner’s one-time charge is $45. If you would like an extra print for your-self as a keepsake, the two can be purchased for $80. Also available is a smallerversion, 18"x 24", for $10.

For more information, call 724-348-5608 (after 3 p.m.) or 724-864-6076.

Sincerely,The Morrison-Ritchie Post 616 Finleyville

Finleyville Resident Disappointed with Gift Shop, Gifting Process

Dear Editor,

I was very disappointed and upset at the Mingo Gift Shop. They did have somegood toys and a lot of inexpensive items, but did not have much for teenagers atall.

I also bought a gift for a boy through our church. I got the age and gift he want-ed, but then I found out that all the churches that did this, sent these gifts to theMingo Gift Shop and not to the Finleyville Food Bank, which is where they alwayswent before for the boys and girls. This wasn't right, and next year I will find outwhere the gift is going if I take a tag next year.

The boys and girls on the lists at churches won't get the gifts that people pur-chased for them. This wasn't right, and I am hurt, upset and disappointed in this.I would not have done this had I known.

The Finleyville Food Bank has always had good-quality toys. I will stay with theFinleyville Food Bank from now on.

Cheryl Gereshenski, Finleyville


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Ringgold School District Fails to SupportBand Fundraiser to Fullest Extent

Dear Editor,

This letter is in concern to the Ringgold School District.I am a resident of Union Township, a borough located within the Ringgold

School District of Washington County, PA. I have resided at the same residencefor over 50 years. I have witnessed my children and grandchildren graduatefrom this district. I supported our district both physically and financially formany years, and I continue to do so through taxation.

My concern is regarding the High School Band fundraiser that was held onDecember 7, 2013. I was very disillusioned with the lack of assistance of theschool district with any support and/or advertising for this pertinent fund rais-er.

I questioned why the promotion was NOT listed on the marquee as I enteredthis function. I was then told that the high school’s marquee isn’t in currentworking condition; and has been broken for many months. I was surprised tofind that in addition to the school’s inability to advertise locally, that theAdministration Building did NOT attempt to commensurate for this malfunc-tion and advertise for this vital high school fundraiser. The RHS district’s mar-quee is directly located on Route 88 for community notices.

As a tax payer, I am wondering why this isn’t a priority of the district to assistin the advertisement and promotions of the hard work put forth for districtfunctions by students and parents alike? Do the RHS administration and Boardmembers find it above them and unfeasible to support promotions concerningour youth and the districts functions? In addition to the marquee’s inability tooperate, I was astonished to find that this function also was not recognized onthe RHS web sites listing of the calendar of events. How can our leaders closetheir eyes to the efforts put forth by our community in assisting our students;why must they irresponsibly disregard their needed collaboration for participa-tion with our youth’s future?

The RHS Band and their parents work diligently to continue raising funds fortheir students to be able to participate within the musical society of our com-munities and nation. Where is the district’s support of these student’s efforts?

I am very disturbed and saddened for the future of our children withinRinggold School District. I would like to request the Board of Directors toimmediately respond to their deficiencies with explanation. It is distressing tosee the short fall of support toward our student body and district parents. Whatconstitutes this lack of attention from our appointed leaders?

Thank you for your immediate attention to this situation.

Sincerely,Andrea J. Henze, Union Twp.

REMINDER:Editorial Deadline for

the March issue isFEBRUARY 12

By State Representative Rick Saccone

Once again, the Pennsylvania Househas passed legislation to shrink ourstate legislature. House Bill 1234 pro-poses changing the PennsylvaniaConstitution to reduce the size of theHouse from 203 members to 153.House Bill1716 proposes to reduce thesize of the Senate from 50 to 38 mem-bers.

Pennsylvania operates the largestfull-time legislature in the country.Only New Hampshire's 424-seat part-time assembly is larger.

I have visited 14 state legislaturesover the last two years to study howother states do business. Let's take alook at a few of them.

Ohio is roughly the same size asPennsylvania in land area and popula-tion, but it operates smoothly with onlya 99-member House. I saw firsthandhow its House operated with far lesschaos and with more real debate.

Illinois, whose population is slightlylarger than Pennsylvania's, functionswith only 118 state representatives.New York, which has an ever greaterpopulation, operates its House with150 members.

Some claim a smaller legislaturewould hurt rural districts because ofour state's urban-rural split. Montana,which has only 100 House members, isa giant state that spans 147,000 squaremiles. It has every bit as big an urbanrural divide as we do. A quarter of itspopulation is located in just four cities.Still, lawmakers there told me they feltrural Montana was well represented.

Others say we need a large legislaturebecause Pennsylvania is diverse - and itis. Legislators from other states, how-ever, will tell you their states are just asdiverse. For example, Ohio is largelyrural outside of population centers likeCleveland and Cincinnati. Likewise,Illinois is mostly rural apart from

Chicago and its surrounding counties.There are even some who say

Pennsylvania's legislature is not largeenough, if you could imagine that.

There are serious problems with larg-er legislatures. That 424-memberassembly in New Hampshire I men-tioned? I witnessed there how powerwas consolidated into the hands of leg-islative leaders, leaving rank-and-filemembers with a diminished voice.

There is nothing magic about thecurrent number of 203, a figure thatwas arbitrarily established for thePennsylvania House. Based on evi-dence from other states, an effectivenumber for Pennsylvania would besomewhere between 100 and 175 -pretty close to the 153 in our legisla-tion.

Some argue that reducing the legis-lature's size won't save much money.Granted, it won't save hundreds ofmillions, but it could save tens of mil-lions. This real issue is effectiveness,not just cost savings.

The people have told me that theyare tired of large, bloated governmentThey'd like to see elected officialsreduce the size of the legislature, evenif it essentially means voting them-selves out of a job. The PennsylvaniaHouse has now demonstrated a will-ingness to do that. Will the Senate?Only time will tell. This is the perfectopportunity for lawmakers to listen tothe voice of the people and lead byexample. We can demonstrate that wearen't in this for greed or power butfor what's best for Pennsylvania tax-payers.

If both bills pass the Senate, the leg-islature will have to vote them againin another session. If approved a sec-ond time, the proposals would cometo you, the people, in the form of areferendum election. I say, let's give thepeople a voice on this matter.

Reducing Pennsylvania's BloatedLegislature: Let the People Have a Voice

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Pleasant Hills Library is located at 302Old Clairton Rd., Pittsburgh and can bereached at 412-655-2424. Listed beloware the programs for February.

Adult Programs The Pleasant Hills Library Murder &

Mayhem Mystery Book Club meetsMonday, February 3 at 1 p.m. to discussBefore I Go to Sleep by S. J. Watson.Newcomers are welcome to participate.Extra copies of the book are available atthe front desk. Pick up a copy and jointhe discussion.

Valentine’s Day Craft - Give yourheart away this Valentine’s Day - or keepit for yourself. Make an easy beadedwire heart pendant to wear or give as agift on Thursday, February 6 at 6:30p.m. Advance registration is required. A$3 materials fee will be collected at theworkshop.

The Conversation Salon meets onFriday, February 7 from 1-3 p.m. Thegroup discusses a variety of topics andissues and welcomes participants’ opin-ions and open minds. Refreshmentsserved.

Chocolate Tasting Party - Are you aconfirmed chocoholic? Or do you savoryour chocolate in moderation? No mat-ter your individual style, if you enjoychocolate then plan on attending theultimate Chocolate Tasting Party at thePleasant Hills Library on Monday,February 10 at 7 p.m. Taste and rate avariety of gourmet chocolates selectedfor: cacao content, country of origin,organic, locally made, unusual addi-tions and combinations and more—atleast 10 varieties. Beverages, crackersand fruit will also be served as palatecleansers. Participate in chocolate trivia

for prizes. Tickets for the event are $10and are available at the front desk.Tickets will not be sold the day of theevent.

The Writers Group meets Tuesday,February 11 at 6:30 p.m. The groupwelcomes new and experienced writersin all genres and offers critique andencouragement. Bring a writing sampleto share or complete the Februaryassignment: write a complete story in100 words or less.

Yoga Class - The Library is sponsor-ing a yoga class on Wednesdays,February 5, 12, 19 and 26 from 6:30-7:45 p.m. The class is taught by JulanneBibro-Ruch, a certified yoga instructor,and features gentle yoga suitable forboth beginners and experienced stu-dents. The class fee is $10 a session. TheBook Group book club meets Monday,February 24 at 7 p.m. The Februaryselection is Maine by J. CourtneySullivan. Newcomers welcome to par-ticipate. Extra copies of the book areavailable at the front desk.Refreshments served.

The library will be offering a free 4-week introductory class in basicMandarin Chinese. The class will betaught by Zarina Zhao on Tuesdays andThursdays from 6:30-7:15 p.m. begin-ning March 4 through March 27. Theclass is open to teens and adults.Advance registration is required.

Children, Teen, and Family February ProgramsPreschool Storytime: Tuesdays,

January 7 – April 29 at 10:30 a.m. and1:30 p.m. Explore different themesthrough stories, songs, crafts, and asnack. For children ages 3 1/2 to 6 years

old, with or without a caregiver. Baby Book Nook: Wednesdays,

January 8 – April 30 at 10:30 a.m.Nursery and action rhymes, songs,books, and so much more. For childrenages birth to 2 years old, with a caregiv-er. No registration necessary.

Tot Time: Thursdays, January 9 –May 1 at 10:30 a.m. Learn and growwith stories, songs, finger plays, funactivities, and a snack. For children ages2 to 3 1/2 years old, with a caregiver. Noregistration necessary.

PJ Family Storytime - Shadow Play:Monday, February 3 at 7 p.m. Did thegroundhog see his shadow? What funthings can you do with your shadow?Let’s play and explore together throughstories, songs, games, crafts, and ayummy snack. Wear your PJs and bringa stuffed friend to join in the fun.Family program. Please register by call-ing 412-655-2424 or emailing [email protected].

Valentine’s Candy Making:Wednesday, February 12 at 4 p.m. Learnhow to make a variety of simple candiesthat you can give to your Valentine orkeep for yourself. A $2 donation perchild is requested. For children inkindergarten – 5th grade. Please registerby calling 412-655-2424 or [email protected].

Music Together Free Family MusicClass: Tuesday, February 18 at 6:15p.m. Music Together is an international-ly recognized early childhood programthat for over 25 years has been bringingmixed-age families together to sing,dance, and enjoy making music withother families! In this FREE communi-ty class, we’ll explore the wonders ofmaking music together! Space is limitedso don’t delay. For children ages birth to5, with a caregiver. Please register bycalling 412-655-2424 or emailing [email protected].

Teen Advisory Group: Monday,February 24 at 6:30 p.m. Are you look-ing for volunteer hours? Interested in

helping design library programs? Thenjoin TAG and be a part of somethingspecial. Each participant will receiveone hour of community service andhave the opportunity to earn more. Forteens in grades 6 through 12.

Lego Extravaganza Club: Wednesday,February 26 at 4 p.m. We’ll meet the lastWednesday of every month and exploredifferent building categories. We’ll haveLegos you can use but feel free to bringyour own. For children ages 3 and up.Please register by calling 412-655-2424or emailing [email protected].

McClellan Library Early LiteracyNight: Wednesday, February 26 at 6p.m. Parents of young children in theWest Jefferson Hills communities areinvited to an Early Literacy Night,which is part of McClellan Elementary’sRead Across America celebration. Learnstrategies for reading to children frombirth to age five and how reading affectsearly language development. Discoverwhich programs at the Pleasant HillsPublic Library are available for youngchildren and hear suggestions for greatbooks for babies, toddlers, andpreschoolers. Free child care will beprovided by the TJHS Interact Club.Register by calling 412-655-2424, or byemailing [email protected] or [email protected]. All are welcome;interested parents need not have a stu-dent currently registered at McClellanto attend. This program will take placeat McClellan Elementary.

Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss: Saturday,March 1 at 12 p.m. We’re celebratingRead Across America with a specialbirthday party for Dr. Seuss. Enjoygames, crafts, snacks, and other funactivities from 12:00 – 2:15 p.m., withstories read by special guest readersfrom 2:15 – 3 p.m. Family program.Please register by calling 412-655-2424or emailing [email protected].

For more information, contact DaniDanylo by phone 412-655-2424 or [email protected].

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‘Frosty Frolic’ Seeking Sponsors and Brave Souls to Jump in the Mon River

On February 15, 2014, The California Area School District Foundation will bepremiering a fun and exciting event – the “Frosty Frolic – Winter River Romp”event. This event, where people of all ages will plunge into the frostyMonongahela River, will help to provide scholarships, grants and other supportof the students and the California Area School District.

The registration fee for an individual to participate is $10, which will includea T-shirt for the event. Teams of river rompers are also being formed. There willbe prizes at three levels for most money raised by various groups including CalU students, California High School students and alumni,and community partic-ipants. Prizes for best costumes will also be given.

The event will be held on Water Street in Coal Center where changing tentswill be available. Registration for the frosty fun will begin at 1 p.m.

The Foundation is also seeking sponsors at various levels to help offsetexpenses of insurance, tents and prizes. Sponsors to date include MonongahelaValley Hospital; California Army Navy Store; Lagerheads; attorney Lisa J. Buday;Tri-County Realty; BeeGraphix; Pennatronics; Medicine Stop Pharmacy; GlennC. Hurley VDM and Brownsville Chiropractic.

Registrations forms, pledge sheets, sponsor forms and releases are available bycontacting Lisa Buday at 724-938-1355 or email to [email protected].

School Board Director Barry Niccolai will be the master of ceremonies for theevent. Participants are not required to dunk their heads in the water.

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New Fitness Trail Opens in South Park

On October 22, 2013, Allegheny County Council recognized members ofthe South Park Council of Friends for the Friends effort to improve thecounty park. The County Council presented a check for $10,000 to pay forthe new fitness trail at Maple Springs Pond. The trail is now completed andready for use. More information about the trail can be found at the websitewww.southparkfriends.org or the Friends of South Park – AlleghenyCounty Parks Facebook page.



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Book/Film Discussion Series Offered at PT Library

The comic and tragic versions of romance will be the theme for a Sunday eveningbook/film discussion series to be offered at the Peters Township Public Library.Professor David R. Shumway will lead the discussions for From Romance toIntimacy: Changing Stories of Love, Courtship, and Marriage. Participants will readthree selected novels which have been paired with a film. The series will explore howthe film adaptations update, diminish, or otherwise alter the novels’ vision of love.

Schedule for the discussions:Sunday, February 9, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. - Emma by Jane Austen and the 2005 film

Clueless.Sunday, March 2, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. - The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald and

the 2013 film The Great Gatsby.Sunday, April 6, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. - The Maples Stories by John Updike and the

1979 made-for-TV movie Too Far to Go.Registrations will be accepted at the library circulation desk for individual ses-

sions at $10/session or for all three sessions at discounted rate of $25. This non-refundable fee will be used toward the purchase of program materials.

There is a maximum of 30 persons for each session. Books will be provided forparticipants prior to the discussion series. Movies will be available for borrowing aswell as screening in the library.

Fix ‘ur Cat Volunteer Group Celebrates World Spay Day

with Spaghetti Dinner FundraiserFix ‘ur Cat is a not-for-profit volunteer group whose mission is to help

Washington County residents access low cost cat neuter and spay fortheir cats and any cats for which they care. In recognition of World SpayDay, and to raise money to help fund their 2014 program, Fix ‘ur Cat willhold their second annual spaghettidinner on February 28, from 4 to 7p.m. at the Western Area Career Technology Center, Canonsburg. Thelast Tuesday of February each year is officially “World Spay Day.” WorldSpay Day is an annual campaign of the Humane Society of the UnitedStates and Humane Society International organized to raise awareness ofthe critical importance of spaying and neutering. It is truly an interna-tional event, held in 36 countries in addition to the United States.

Fix ‘ur Cat is pleased to work in cooperation with Animal Friends’low-cost spay/ neuter program which is dedicated to eliminating petoverpopulation in our region. Through mobile resource clinics, as wellas Animal Friends’ in-house clinics, Fix ‘ur Cat has been able to helpWashington County residents neuter and spay 1,000 cats.

By having your pet neutered or spayed you reduce its risk of cancer orinfection; make your pet less likely to run away; ensure a calmer, happi-er companion; and prevent unwanted animals from ending up at killshelters, competing for limited space at non-kill shelters, or being aban-doned. In addition, behaviors associated with mating such as fightingand territory-marking will be greatly reduced.

The volunteers of Fix ‘ur Cat hope you will celebrate the 20th anniver-sary of World Spay Day with us. For tickets to our spaghetti dinner, tomake a donation, or for more information about Fix ‘ur Cat, please visitour website www.fixurcat.org, find Fix ‘ur Cat on Facebook, or call 724-503-8523.

WSO's “Forces of Nature” ConcertFeatures Several Guests

The audience at theFebruary 8th “Forces ofNature” concert, present-ed by the WashingtonSymphony Orchestra, willbe treated to a special per-formance by the 2013Young Artist Competitionwinner under the direc-tion of a special guest con-ductor.

The guest conductorwill be Scottish native andcurrent director of theRiver City Brass, JamesGourlay. He became involved in music when he was 10 years old and learned toplay the tuba. A performer and conductor since his days at the Royal College ofMusic, Gourlay has played principal tuba for the City of Birmingham SymphonyOrchestra, the BBC Symphony Orchestra, and the Orchestra of the Zurich Opera.

Years of tuba-playing experience throughout the world has included a numberof solo and ensemble performances, helping to promote the tuba and brass music.He is a guest conductor of the Brass Band Treize Etoiles, with which he has wonthe Swiss National Championships, the Swiss Open Championships and secondplace at the European, as well as the World Brass Band Championships.

Gourlay’s commitment to music education is a continuing passion. He has beenHead of Wind and Percussion at the Royal Northern College of Music and deputyprincipal and music director at the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama.Currently, he is international vice president of the International Tuba andEuphonium Association, former director of music of the world-famousGrimethorpe Colliery Band, and now artistic director of the River City Brass.

The 2013 Young Artist Competition winner is a junior bassoon player fromTrinity High School, Liam Skiffington who, like Gourlay, is looking to performmusic for a career. Skiffington will be the featured soloist at the WSO’s February8th “Forces of Nature” concert at 8 p.m. at Trinity High School auditorium andwill receive a $500 cash prize for the competition.

Skiffington will perform “Concerto for Bassoon” by Von Weber. He has beenplaying bassoon for the past 5 years and he has been studying privately for the lasttwo years with Jim Rogers, principal contra-bassoonist for the PittsburghSymphony Orchestra.

Skiffington was selected after an audition to play for the Pittsburgh YouthSymphony this past season and he participates in Trinity's Marching Band andWind Ensemble under the direction of Matt Stultz. His future goals are to eitherstudy music and perform with a symphony or possibly pursue a career in chemi-cal engineering. He is the son of Mary Skiffington of South Strabane Township andthe late Dr. Gene Skiffington, who encouraged both Liam and his sister to pursuean interest in music through band and orchestra participation.

Tickets for the Saturday, February 8 performance are available in advance at allbranches of Washington Financial Bank, as well as Citizens Library in Washingtonand Peters Township Public Library, online at www.washsym.org, by phone at 724-223-9796 or at the door the evening of the performance.

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Upcoming Meetings of the South HillsFriends of the Montour Trail

Monthly meetings of the South Hills Friends of the Montour Trail are held at6:30 p.m. on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at the South Park TownshipCommunity room, located at 2675 Brownsville Road, South Park. The next twomeetings will be held on February 11 and March 11, 2014. Individuals interestedin the Montour Trail are encouraged to attend. Additional information concern-ing the trail may be obtained on the Montour Trail web site www.montourtrail.org.Questions may be directed to [email protected].

Broughton Volunteer Fire DepartmentHosts 1st Annual Gun Bash

The Broughton Volunteer Fire Department will hold its First Annual GunBash on Saturday, March 8, 2014. Donation is $30 for ticket holders and $20for guests. Firearms will be furnished by Anthony Arms & Accessories.Complimentary buffet and beverages will be available. Winners will be noti-fied, need not be present to win. For information or tickets, contact theBroughton Volunteer Fire Department:

Stop by the Fire Hall Monday and Thursday between 5 - 10 p.m.Call B.V.F.D. at 412-655-4844.E-mail B.V.F.D. at [email protected] www.broughtonvfd.org.

Steel Valley Rotary Club Dinner Dance to Feature Jimmy Sapienza's

‘Five Guys Named Moe’The Steel Valley Rotary Club announces its 14th Annual Dinner Dance featur-

ing Jimmy Sapienza's Five Guys Named Moe on Saturday, March 15 at St. John'sCathedral Hall in Munhall. Jimmy returns by popular demand.

Tickets for this great entertainment package are just $40 per person. Doors openat 5 p.m. with a cash bar. Dinner is at 6 p.m. and dancing starts at 7 p.m. Therewill be basket auctions and a 50/50. All proceeds will go to fund various charitiesin the Steel Valley area. For more information or tickets, contact Jack Seckel at412-655-7500 ext. 336 or 412-721-9978.

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Friends of South Park Launches New Website

Allegheny County’s Friends of South Park Council and leaders kicked off thenew year by announcing the launch of newly created www.southparkfriends.org.

The website, created by Friends of South Park volunteer Anne Oyler, wasdesigned to spread the word and update park patrons and friends about all theamenities and activities South Park has to offer. With close to 20,000 hits so far,website users can find information such as maps, photos, articles and videos per-taining to upcoming events and activities, current and future projects andimprovements, general park information, links to Allegheny County sites andother park resources, and other useful and interesting information.

For example, the “From the Archives” section of the Friends of South Park web-site is currently featuring WQED’s program North Park v. South Park producedand narrated by South Hills native Rick Sebak. Photos of the brand new fitnesstrail located at Maple Springs pond are featured in the “Spotlight” section on theirmain page.

Along with the new website, Fecebook users can find daily updates, facts, pho-tos and interesting posts on the Friends of South Park Facebook page at “Friendsof South Park – Allegheny County Parks.” Users are encouraged to “like” theirpage, as well as post fun facts, memories and photos related to South Park.Feedback, comments and suggestions are also welcome on both the new websiteand on Facebook. (Inappropriate or solicitous content or comments will beremoved and responsible person permanently blocked.)

To become an active “Friend” of South Park, open monthly meetings are heldthe third Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Buffalo Inn on BuffaloDrive in South Park. The next meeting is on Wednesday, February 19. More infor-mation about these meetings or becoming a member can be found on the websiteor by contacting Kristen Normile at [email protected], Heather Sims [email protected], or Erin Schwartz at [email protected].

MACC Hosts Coach/ Cash BashFundraiser on March 15

The Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting an AuthenticCoach/Cash Bash on Saturday, March 15, 2014 at New Eagle VFD Social Hall.The donation is $25 per ticket and includes dinner and chances to win authen-tic Coach Purses, gift cards and cash. Doors open at 5 p.m. and drawings willbe every 10 minutes. All proceeds benefit Chamber Community Events. Call724-258-5919 for more information. To purchase tickets, go to our website atwww.monongahelaareachamber.org.

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The Monongahela Area Library will hold a special kick-off to the WinterStorytime session on Wednesday, February 12 at 11 a.m. with a Valentine’s DayStorytime. Games and a snack will be included as well as reading love-themed andValentine’s-themed stories. No registration is required. The regular Storytime startsthe following week and is geared to children 30 months through 5 years.

Baby Lapsit Storytime for younger infants and toddlers will meet Wednesdaysbeginning February 19 at 1 p.m. For more info or to register, call the library at 724-258-5409.

The library is teaming with the Monongahela Elks Lodge to hold monthlyspaghetti dinners at the Elks Lodge, 444 Jackson Street on the second Sunday eachmonth. This month the dinner will be February 9 is from 11:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Costis $8 for adults, $4 for 12 and under. Advance tickets are available at the library

desk. Take-outs are available.The Friends of the Library will meet Thursday, February 6 at 6 p.m. to plan

upcoming events and fundraisers.The Tween Book Club will meet Tuesday, February 11 at 5:30 p.m. to discuss The

People of Yonwood.The Science Club will gather on the following Tuesday, the 18th at 5:30 p.m. to

make blobs in a bottle, slime and enjoy optical illusions. The adult book club, Book Bites, will meet Thursday, February 20 at 1 p.m. to

discuss Cutting for Stone. New members are welcome for any of the groups.The library will be closed February 17 in commemoration of President’s Day. For more information about the library, please call 724-258-5409. The library is

located at 813 W. Main Street, Monongahela.

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By Megan Lewis

On January 17th, Elizabeth had asnow flurry, which did not hinder thespirits at the newly opened FHGCreation Studios. The proud owners,Kim and Chris Thomas, have lived inElizabeth for as long as they canremember. Kim has always had a pas-sion for art and wanted to share her joyand favorite craft projects with herhome town.

There are classes for children asyoung as 6 years old and adult classesfor those over 18 years old. Availableclasses include stained glass, painting,scrap booking and mosaics. There is awide variety more to come, so watch their website page for new additions:www.fhgcreationstudio.com

Kim Thomas has also planned a variety of events, such as open studio nights,held once a month on various days. A Sip and Swirl event is for adults only, wherethey enjoy a guided art project with beverages they bring for themselves. OneSaturday a month will be Crop till you Drop, for scrapbookers to have unlimitedaccess to the tools and supplies available to complete all their scrapbooking needs.Other community events to follow include Mommy and Me classes and closetswaps will be held often at the studio as well.

The Studio is also open for private parties, birthday parties, and events. They areequipped to handle a party of 20 people and they supply a craft for you and yourguests to enjoy. Children's parties are held on Saturdays and adult parties can beheld at what is convenient for the host/hostess. The studio’s parties are growing inpopularity, so much so that they are booked for the entire month of February, andspots for March are filling up fast.

If you are interested in signing up your child or teen for a class, a four-week les-son pack is available for $55. If your schedule is unpredictable, then individual les-sons are available for $15 a lesson. Prices vary for adults, depending on the chosenproject. Scrapbooking classes are scheduled to begin February 8th and ceramicsclasses are planned for March. Open studio nights and Mommy and Me classes arealso expected to begin in March as well. More lessons will be added to their rosteras the business grows, so do not be discouraged if you do not see your favorite typeof art work on the list.

FHG Creation Studios is located at 206 Plum Street, Elizabeth and can bereached at [email protected] or 412-508-2593.

FHG Creation Studios Adds Color to Elizabeth Borough

The Smith family enjoyed the hands-on activityprovided at the open house.

Century III Kia Offers First-Time Buyers Program

Century III Kia, located just off of Lebanon Church Rd. in West Mifflin has comeup with a great new deal for first-time car buyers during the month of February.

The First-time Buyers program has been designed for those looking to buy andfinance a car but have no credit. Buyers who qualify for this program will need tohave: an income of at least $1,200 a month, proof of income, worked at least sixmonths, and proof of residence. If they meet all of these qualifications, they canbuy any available car on the lot that’s priced under $15,000. All sold cars will comecompletely serviced and have current state inspections and emissions checks done.

“It just gives them (first-time buyers) a chance without asking someone to co-sign,” Steve Hollingshad said, who has been in the car sales business for over 30years.

The more money the buyer makes and the more money they are able to putdown on the car, the nicer the car they will be able to purchase. This will also lowertheir interest rates. Interest rates are under 10% at Century III Kia and can go aslow as 2.9%, with approved credit. No matter what, their bank won’t allow buyersto over-extend on their monthly payments.

Tax returns may also be used as down payments on cars, and in some cases, first-time buyers may even qualify for a zero-down payment.

There is also a similar program for the credit-challenged. Just like the First-timeBuyers program, buyers will need to meet all the same qualifications, but theirdown payment will depend on how challenged their credit is.

If you’re looking to buy a new car and meet these qualifications, stop by CenturyIII Kia. Give Steve Hollingshad a call at 724-797-7458, and he will give you a $500coupon towards your purchase.

Mon Valley YMCA Lifeguard CourseThe Mon Valley YMCA, 101 Taylor Run Road, Monongahela, will hold

lifeguard courses on March 1, 8, 15 and 22 (must attend all 4 dates) from 8a.m. - 2 p.m. (bring a snack). Cost is $250 for members, $270 for non-mem-bers. Sign up in the YMCA business office. Candidates must be able to swimfluently 300 yards using the four basic strokes and attend all classes.Instruction includes lifeguard, first aid, CPR/AED, oxygen delivery, diseaseprevention, classroom materials and book. For more information, contactAmy Dunay or the YMCA at 724-483-8077 or [email protected] YMCA will be hiring guards for the summer season.

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Operation Double DutyThomas Presbyterian Church Membership Receives

“Thank You” Visit from Program Recipient

By Earl Bugaile

As twins, Ian and Dean Mathiesshared a lot of things while growing upin Finleyville.

As adult twins, they also share careersin the military. Ian is a 1st lieutenant inthe U.S. Army and Dean is an airmanfirst class in the U.S. Air Force.Although Ian is stationed in Afghanistanand Dean is stationed in Japan, the twinbrothers have shared the love and caringof their family and friends.

One way that those at home haveshown their support has been throughan effort known as Operation DoubleDuty, a program conceived and coordinated by Nicole Carter of Peters Township.

Carter contacted Thomas Presbyterian Church and asked if they would be will-ing to participate in sending packages from home each month to both brothers.The contents of each package varied, with one containing hygiene and personalcare products, and the other containing food goods. Congregation members fromthe church contributed by obtaining the items and providing support in the proj-ect. Sunday school children in the church also sent the brothers cards and person-al notes.

Members of the church received a personal “thank you” at their regular worshipservice on January 5, when Dean Mathies along with his mother, Mary Lou andfamily friends attended the service to address youth and members of the church.

Carter introduced airman Mathies to church members while extending herthanks for helping to make the Operation Double Duty program a success.

“Your efforts make a huge difference to us when we are so far away,” Mathies toldchurch members. “I would like especially like to thank Nicole for putting every-thing together. It really means a lot to us.”

After his leave, airman Mathies will return to Japan where his military occupa-tion specialty includes preparing parachutes. His next deployment will be in Koreafor one year.

The Operation Double Duty program will continue through April 2014. Anyonewho wishes to provide support to the military members can contact Ms. Carter [email protected] or 724-350-4196.

Dean Mathies, a recipient of the packages beingsent to him overseas through Operation Double

Duty, thanks the congregation at ThomasPresbyterian Church.



The members of Girl Scout Troops50428 (Cadette Scouts) and 54219(Junior Scouts) of West Jefferson Hillshave decided that they want to shareValentine’s Day sweets and treats withthe Ronald McDonald House Charitiesof Pittsburgh. The girls are in the fourthand sixth grades in the West JeffersonHills School District. Valentine’s Day is atime for love and fun and the girlsagreed that nothing makes them happi-er than helping others.

The Ronald McDonald House pro-vides temporary housing to familieswho must travel to the Pittsburgh areato get life-saving medical care for theirchildren. Their goal is to provide a“home away from home” during one ofthe most difficult times in their lives.

In the past, the girls from both troopshave worked on several different serv-ice projects and this year they chose tobe a part of the Ronald McDonaldHouse’s Breakfast Bag initiative. Sincemost surgeries are schedule for themorning; these breakfast bags are madeavailable to the families so they canquickly grab one and be on their way tothe hospital to be with their childrenthat morning.

This project has several steps. Firstthey will be collecting non-perishable

breakfast food items. If the communitywould like to help, a collection box willbe available at the Pleasant Hills Librarylocated at 302 Old Clairton RoadMonday, February 10 – Friday, February14 during regular library hours.

After the donations are received thegirls will then sort all of them items intoindividual brown lunch bags that theywill also decorate and donate themdirectly to the Ronald McDonald Househere in Pittsburgh.

Suggested breakfast items to be col-lected:

• Granola or breakfast bars• Pop Tarts• Fruit rollups or fruit snacks• Peanut butter or cheese crackers• Beef jerky• Individual packets of:• Trail Mix• Nuts• Raisins• Cookies• Oatmeal • Fruit, applesauce or pudding cups• Juice boxes• Hot chocolate or hot cider packetsIf you'd like more information about

this event, please call Darcy Vergallito,Troop 50428 and 54219 Leader, at 412-650-8514 or e-mail [email protected].

West Jefferson Hills Girl Scoutsare ALL Heart this Valentine’s Day

Finleyville K of C Organizes Super Bowl Hoagie Sale

The Finleyville Knights of Columbus Super Bowl hoagies will be madefresh on Saturday morning, February 1. This is not just your run-of-the-mill fundraiser hoagie – this is a big 12” Italian roll loaded with meats,cheeses and fixins’ handcrafted by the Knights. Orders will be filled firstbut there will be plenty of extras for sale. Stop by St. Francis Finley Hallacross the parking lot from the Church between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. to buya great hoagie at a great price. Super Hoagies are $7 each. Proceeds bene-fit charities supported by the Knights of Columbus Council 13832.

Teenage Dating Violence PresentationScheduled in Finleyville

Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern PA will hold a presenta-tion on Teenage Dating Violence on Thursday, February 27 at 6:30 p.m.at the Finleyville Community Center, 3547 Marion Ave. This program isfree and open to the public. Educate Yourselves!

• Common victims are age 16-24, but did you know it can occur inolder and married couples?

• Dating violence affects both men and women.• Dating Violence is not solely physical; it can also include emotional,

verbal and economic abuse. • Technology can be used to manipulate a dating partner. This is a free event, although a product donation would be appreciat-

ed! Donations will benefit the men, women and children who seek assis-tance from Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern PA. Items need-ed:

• Lysol spray, kitchen cleaner, dishwasher detergent• 13 gallon drawstring kitchen trash bags• Bathroom cleaner, toilet bowl cleaner, all-purpose cleaner


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Jefferson Hills Library is located at 925Old Clairton Rd. All programs are held atthe Library. To register, visit www.jeffer-sonhillslibrary.org or call 412-655-7741.

SAT Preparation ClassSundays, March 30, April 6,13, 271 - 4 p.m. Fee: $195Permission forms can be picked up atthe Library. The SAT test will be given atThomas Jefferson High School, May 3.

Scrabble ClubMeets Tuesdays from noon to 4 p.m.New members are always welcome.

Gentle Beginners YogaSaturdays through March 299:30 to 10:45 a.m. Fee: $5 per class

Monthly Nutrition Class following Yoga Saturday, February 1 - Raw Foods andJuicingSaturday, March 1 - Gluten Free –Wheat Free10:45 to noon

Fee: $5 per classLicensed nutritionist/registered dieti-cian Mark Davis will lead discussionson these topics.

Zumba Fitness8 Weeks, Monday and Wednesday EveningsJanuary 20 through March 126:30 to 7:30 p.m.Fee for 1 class: $5Fee for both classes: $7Zumba Fitness is the only Latin-inspired dance-fitness program thatblends red-hot international music andcontagious steps to form a “fitnessparty.” Zumba classes feature exoticrhythms set to high-energy Latin andinternational beats. Increase your ener-gy and fitness levels.

Story Times for Children Ages 3 and UpEach day features a story, craft andsnack. Thursdays 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.and 1:30 to 2:15 p.m.February 6 – Health DayFebruary 13 – Valentine’s Day Party

February 27 – One World, Many Stories– ItalyMarch 6 – Celebrate Dr. Seuss and ReadAcross AmericaMarch 13 – Go Green DayMarch 20 – One World, Many Stories –IndiaApril 3 - Children’s Book Day & LibraryWeekApril 10 – One World, Many Stories –BrazilApril 24 – Earth Day CelebrationMay 1 – Special Persons Day

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GARDENERS PROGRAMSPrograms will be held in the Borough ofJefferson Hills Municipal CenterCommunity Room, 925 Old ClairtonRoad. At the door suggested donationfor each program is $5.

Perennials in the Garden, Three Seasonsof Color & Gardening in Deer CountryThursday, February 27, 6:30 to 8 p.m.Master Gardener Bill Goff will show usa close-up of a perennial garden and dis-

cuss how it changesthroughout the growing season. Therewill be a discussion of appropriateplants for the 3-season garden aswell as care and maintenance of theperennial border.Master Gardener Dianne Machesneywill discuss Landscaping in DeerCountry.

Designing Your LandscapeThursday, March 27, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.Whether you are starting with a bare lotor want to renovate an overgrown yard,there are several principles for turningyour property into a beautiful landscapethat meets your functional needs.Master

Gardener Martha Swiss will show usthe basics that professionals use to cre-ate pleasing outdoor functional spaces.Discover how to devise a master planfor your property or how to rework justone area of your garden. We will alsodiscuss hardscaping, the elements ofform, color and repetitionof material,and how you can incorporate these intoyour overall site design.

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Complete Automotive ServiceState Inspection & Emissions Station

Used Parts / Towing & Roadside Assistance

Automotive For more information, call the library at724-941-9430. The library is located at616 E. McMurray Rd., McMurray.

Take Your Child to the Library DaySaturday, February 1, noon - 3 p.m.Performance by Josh and Gab 1 - 2 p.m

Deja Vu Book Club Saturday, February 1, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. Book for discussion: The Outsiders byS.E. Hinton

Social Networking on the InternetTuesday, February 4, 7 - 8:45 p.m. Cost: $5

Paws for ReadingAges: Grades 1 and upSaturday, February 8, 10 - 11:20 a.m.

Valentine’s Party for a Princess/PrinceSaturday, February 8, 1:30 – 3 p.m.Wear your prince or princess attire andfeel royal at a special Valentine’s party.Game, craft, treat, parade and video …90 minutes of royalty.

S.A.T. Preparation Workshop4 sessions, Sundays, February 9 - March2, 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. Cost: $190

Teen Valentine’s Day Cupcake BossSunday, February 9, 1 - 2 p.m.Learn the art of cupcake decorating andbake and decorate cupcakes.

Girls’ Book ClubAges: Girls in grades 3 - 6Monday, February 10, 6 - 7 p.m.Book for discussion: The HundredDresses by Eleanor Estes

Teen Valentine’s Day Movie NightMonday, February 10, 6 - 8 p.m.Featured film: Valentine’s Day. Thismovie is rated PG-13; students must bein 6th grade or up to attend.

Roots Genealogy ClubTuesday, February 12, 1-3 p.m.

Art and CalligraphyAges: 6 1/2 - 134 weeks, February 11 - March 4, 4 - 5:30p.m. Cost: $15 plus supplies

PowerPoint PresentationsTuesday, February 11, 7 - 8:45 p.m. $5

Evening Book Club for AdultsWednesday, February 12, 7 - 8:30 p.m. Book for discussion: The Paris Wife byPaula McClain

Lensshooters Photography ClubWednesday, February 12, 7 -9 p.m.

Family Movie NightsAges: For kids and parents of all agesThursday, February 13, 6 - 7:45 p.m.Featured film: Shrek

Cover Letters and ResumesWednesday, February 18, 7 - 8:45 p.m.No charge for this program.

Secrets of Landscape DesignTuesday, February 18, 7 - 8:30 p.m.

Afternoon Book Club for AdultsFebruary 19, 1 - 2:30 p.m.Book for discussion: Quiet: the Power ofIntroverts in a World That Can’t StopTalking by Susan Cain

Library Beading ClubAges: 12 and upWednesday, February 19, 6 - 8 p.m.

Finding Health Care Through theHealth Insurance Marketplace Thursday, February 20, 7 – 8 p.m.

Super Hero DaySaturday, February 22, 10:30 - 11:30a.m. Dress like your favorite super heroand enjoy stories, games, and movies.

Getting the Most Out of EmailTuesday, February 25, Time: 7 - 8:45p.m.Cost: $5

Facing the Sunshine and Avoiding theShadows: Strategies to Stay Sane andPositive Amid Change - Book Talk Tuesday, February 26, 7 - 8:30 p.m.

World War II Discussion GroupWednesday, February 26, 11 a.m. -12:30 p.m. A monthly discussion seriesfeaturing topics pertaining to WorldWar II

Mystery Book Club for AdultsWednesday, February 26, 1 p.m. - 2:30p.m.Book for discussion: Mercy by JuliaGarwood

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City Mission Hosts 20thAnnual Sweet Sunday

Dessert FestivalThis year marks the 20th anniversary of Sweet

Sunday, a dessert festival for the whole communi-ty, and City Mission is honoring the event’sfounders – Cindy Pfrimmer, Phyllis Ross Sooy,Isabelle Holzapfel and Helen Colletti. They con-ceived the idea and have been actively supportingthe event since 1994.

We’re privileged to have a number of top entertainers this year, including KianaLevy, a noted Christian artist, and Avery Molek, the 7-year-old drummer prodigywho performed with Brad Paisley on Good Morning, America.

Last year, City Mission provided over 31,000 nights of shelter and 77,000 mealsto the homeless men, women and children of the region.

Dean Gartland, City Mission President/CEO, said, “Sweet Sunday is our largestannual fundraiser. It’s really such a pleasure to see families come out and have somuch fun while supporting the Mission. We’re really indebted to the people whosupport our work through donations and events like Sweet Sunday. We welcomeeveryone who would like to sample the delicious desserts, enjoy the entertain-ment, and have fun with their families. Sweet Sunday is a wonderful afternoon,supporting a wonderful cause.”

Please join us on February 9 from noon to 5 p.m. at the Hilton Garden Inn –Southpointe. Admission tickets are $4 in advance and $5 at the door. Sponsorshipopportunities are still available at a variety of levels. Log on to Citymission.org orcall 724-222-8530.

Calling All Filmmakers!Submit Your Entries for the

Film Festival ContestThe Film Festival Contest is open to independent filmmakers. Films

can be up to 90 minutes. There is also a special contest for K-12. Deadlinefor entries is March 31, 2014.

The Film Festival will be held on April 12 from 1 to 7 p.m. at theGeorge Washington Hotel, 60 S. Main St., Washington. Come viewunique films made by independent filmmakers. Meet and mingle withother independent filmmakers. For more information and details, visitwww.highlandridgecdc.org/events or email [email protected] orcall 724-678-4225.

Vendors Needed for Fleatique on the Mon

Artisans, crafters, flea market, antique and food vendors are needed for the 16thannual Fleatique on the Mon. This fabulous event will be held in Chess Park andthroughout Monongahela and New Eagle on Saturday, June 7 from 8 a.m. until 3p.m. Crafter and antique dealers will be featured in Chess Park, while flea marketvendors and information booths will be located on Second St. Food vendors areneed at both locations.Application deadline is May 29, 2014. Booth spaces forantique, craft and flea market vendors are 15” for $25. Food vendor spaces are 20”,and include electricity for $40.

This unique event is known as the largest street sale in SouthwesternPennsylvania! Running along a three-mile stretch of Main Street, also Route 88,837 and 136, in Monongahela and New Eagle, businesses, churches, and home-owners participate with yard sales, bazaars, rummage sales and garage sales. Freeparking and free admission.

This event is sponsored by the Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce. Callthe Chamber at 724-258-5919 for more information. Or download an applicationfrom www.monongahelaareachamber.org.

Services Provided for Victims of Domestic Violence

Around Valentine’s Day, we see symbols of love and romance everywhere.Unfortunately, not all relationships are healthy and loving. If your relationship ishurting you – there is help.

Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern PA provides safe shelter and sup-port services that are free and confidential. They also provide a low-pressure sup-port group. Call 724-223-9190 in Washington County, 724-852-2463 in GreeneCounty, or 724-439-9500 in Fayette County, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

February is Teen Dating Abuse Awareness Month. Domestic Violence Services ofSouthwestern PA (DVSSP) specializes in dating violence education and prevention.If you would like to schedule a speaker for your classroom or after school group,please contact our Education and Training Department at 724-223-5477 inWashington County, 724-852-2373 in Greene County, or 724-437-2530 in FayetteCounty. Our individual empowerment counseling provides one-on-one counsel-ing, information and referrals, and advocacy (general & legal). For more informa-tion or to set up an appointment, please call 724-223-9190 or 1-800-791-4000.

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Finleyville Food Pantry Services Nearly 200 Families Each Month

Moniches Thank Community and Volunteersfor Continued Support

The Finleyville Food Pantry came into being because Ron and Rose Monich andMel and Jean Bane saw a need in the community. They set out delivering food andvisiting with those in need. They saw it as their ministry to help and serve others.33 years later, their ministry is still helping many in the Finleyville and surround-ing areas. Each month, the Pantry serves approximately 175-200 families from thearea. Those that come in need of food receive fresh meat, produce in season,canned goods, pasta, cereals, eggs, milk, breads and baked goods. At Thanksgivingand Christmas gift cards are given to families so that they may purchase a turkeyor ham or other things they may need. Also available each month is a room full ofdonated clothing that those in need can choose items from at no cost.

The Pantry operates with a Supervising Board of 7-9 people led by Rose and RonMonich. There are more than 40 volunteers who help to load and unload trucks,stack, organize and sort food and serve the recipients.

The pantry is affiliated with the Washington County Food Bank. Donations ofany kind such as: money, food, baby products, paper products, personal hygieneitems, and cleaning products are always welcome. Donations can be mailed ordropped off at The First Presbyterian Church 3595 Washington Avenue inFinleyville or arrangements can be made by calling 724-348-7821.

The Pantry distributes groceries at the First Presbyterian Church in Finleyvilleon the 3rd Saturday of each month. People may also call 724-348-7821 for helpwith food in an emergency. Anyone with a need is welcome.

Rose and Ron Monich would like to thank the community and volunteers fortheir support over the years. They look forward to continuing to serve those inneed in the Finleyville Community.

Three Rivers Quilters Show Scheduled for March

Three Rivers Quilters will hold their annual quilt show March 27, 28, and29 at the Circuit Centre, 5 Hot Metal Street, Pittsburgh (Southside).

Three Rivers Quilters is a non-profit organization that promotes the art ofquilting through special programs, classes and charitable projects.

The show is a judged and juried show and includes over 120 entries fromtri-state area quilters. It is open to the general public and includes vendors,Granny’s Attic (a flea market-style shop), snack café, and quilting demon-strations. Anyone who enjoys the visual arts, quilt lovers and wannabe quil-ters will enjoy the show. Admission is $7, reduced admission is $5 after 3p.m. on Thursday, March 27 and a new multi-day pass is available for $10.

Visit www.threeriversquilters.org for more details regarding the show.

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Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser Scheduled forChartiers Valley Student Johnny Mucha

There will be a spaghetti din-ner fundraiser for JohnnyMucha on Saturday, February 22from 3 to 7 p.m. at ChartiersValley High School cafeteria, 50Thoms Run Rd., Bridgeville.Adults - $7, children 10 andunder - $5. Drinks are $1 anddessert is $.50.

We, as a community, wouldlike to support Johnny Mucha inhis recovery from his illness. He is a 10th grader at Chartiers Valley HighSchool and a member of the CV band and soccer team. Johnny became ill withencephalitis on January 2nd and has been at Children's Hospital in a comasince that time. Please join us in supporting Johnny and the Mucha family onhis road to recovery.

If you are unable to join us, prayers and donations are gratefully accepted. If you should have additional questions, or would like to make a donation,

please contact one of the following:Lisa Dabat - [email protected] Oberle - [email protected] Malone - [email protected] Zymroz - [email protected] Torchia - [email protected] Palma - [email protected]


UPCOMING EVENTS ATWASHINGTON CROWN CENTER MALL

The Washington Crown Center Mall, located at 1500 West ChestnutStreet, Washington, PA will be holding the following events during themonth of February.

• WJPA Good Health Expo - February 4, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.• Washington County Sportsmen Show - February 2 – 5, 6 - 9 p.m.• "Dinner and a Movie" - February 9 - 14Customers can receive a movie pass to Hollywood Theaters when they

turn in receipts of $10 or more for participating food vendors in the mall. • Annual Boy Scouts Pinewood Derby - February 15Visit our website at www.shopwashingtoncrown.com for more details, or

call us at 724-228-4270.

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Do you remember that water in the basement fromhurricane Ivan or Sandy? How about the little termiteinfestation in the guest room you had treated 5 years ago?Or that back porch that you enclosed and turned into anoffice? If you are getting ready to sell, you must disclosethese items.

Years ago all property was basically purchased in “as-is”condition and the mantra of the day was “Let the BuyerBeware.” That all changed over the last 50+ yearsthrough the passing of numerous of state and federal lawsthat make it the sellers’ and landlords’ responsibilities todisclose what they know.

Pennsylvania home sellers must, by law, advise poten-tial buyers about “known material defects” that are not

readily observable, including structural and other prob-lems. The object is to make sure the buyers are fullyinformed in their efforts to understand the condition ofthe property and to discourage sellers from hiding anyflaws or problems.

The standard Seller Property Disclosure form coversthe home’s structure, such as the roof, basement, founda-tion and walls. Among other things, the form also asksthe seller to let buyers know if the house has been treat-ed for termites or has had water or sewage problems. Hasthe house has been remodeled? Are the mechanics suchas the plumbing, electrical, heating and air conditioningsystems in good, working order? Are appliances andother equipment are included in the sale? If so, the sellerneeds to be honest about their condition. Are there anyhazards or environmental contaminants on the property?Are there any title, insurance, or financial issues thatcould prevent or delay settlement? And just in case any-thing got left out, the form includes a section titled“Additional Material Defects,” where sellers are expectedto disclose anything that didn’t otherwise fit in the othercategories on the form.

It is, however, interesting that the Pennsylvania courtshave been very clear that required disclosures apply onlyto things that can be repaired and have a fixed cost asso-ciated with the problem. This means that if somethingbad happened there, it does NOT have to be disclosed.For instance, what if the previous owner died of naturalcauses in the bedroom? Or a murder, suicide or a rapeoccurred in the house? The Pennsylvania Superior Courtfound (in a case called Milliken v. Jacono, 2012 PA Super

284), that sellers do not have to disclose this type ofinformation.

There are a number of situations where disclosure doesnot have to be made, such as transfers involving foreclo-sure or a sheriff’s sale, transfers between spouses as indivorce, one occupant to another, direct descendants,trustees, executors, and companies to name a few. Alsoexempt is real property that is not 1 to 4 unit residentialbuildings, like property to be demolished, or new con-struction as long as it has a 1-year warranty, or a com-mercial/industrial building.

Additionally, in 1992 it became Federal law that beforesigning of a contract or lease sellers and landlords mustdisclose known lead-based paint and lead-based painthazards for residential properties constructed before1978. This law is taken extremely seriously. Buyers havea 10-day window during which to conduct a risk assess-ment.

If you are buying a home, please keep in mind that notall sellers are “technically savvy” regarding the physicalproperties of a building or have full knowledge of or caneven remember what happened in the past. Theserequired disclosures should never take the place of per-sonal due diligence and professionally contracted testsand inspections.

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CENTURY 21 Names Linda Diaz Agent of the Month

CENTURY 21 Frontier Realty is pleased to wel-come Linda Diaz to our Belle Vernon location.Linda grew up in the Mon Valley and currentlyresides in Monongahela. She lived for severalyears in the state of California where she sold realestate! Welcome home, Linda! Linda Diaz

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Monongahela Area Chamber of Commerce has named ACF Law Firm, LLCas its January Business of the Month. Amanda Ciranni Fisher is the owner andattorney at ACF Law Firm, LLC in Monongahela. Originally from Latrobe, PA,she is a 2006 graduate of Duquesne University School of Law and moved tothe Mon Valley to open her solo practice in 2012. Her office primarily handlesdivorce and custody, estate planning and administration, and small businessservices including formations, operating agreements, contracts, and leases.

Monongahela Area Chamber ofCommerce Names ACF Law Firm, LLC

Business of the Month

February MeetingsScheduled for the Women's

Business NetworkThe Women’s Business Network’s mission is to

provide personal and professional resources toadvance the presence of aspiring and successfulbusinesswomen. Visit www.wbninc.com. Localarea meetings will be held as follows:

• The McMurray Chapter meets at 8:30 a.m. atThe Meadows (Mezzanine Level), 210 RacetrackRoad, Washington on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays,February 5 and 19. Contact Melissa Ball at 412-885-4139.

• The Mon Valley Chapter meets at 9:15 a.m. atSparkles by Shell, 246 W. Main Street inMonongahela on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays, February 6 and 20. Contact AmandaCiranni Fisher at 724-309-5120.

• The Washington Chapter meets at 8:30 a.m. at Panera Bread – Trinity Pointon the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays, February 12 and 26. Contact Jennifer Englert at724-462-1067.

• The Bethel Park Chapter meets at 6 p.m. at the Bethel Park MunicipalBuilding, 5100 W. Library Avenue in Bethel Park on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays,February 6 and 20. Contact Tamra McKenna at 412-885-5162.

• The Mount Lebanon Chapter meets at 8:30 a.m. at the Crowne Plaza Inn, 164Fort Couch Road, on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, February 11 and 25. ContactNancy Geer at 412-343-4361.

• The South Hills Chapter meets at 8:00 a.m. at King’s Restaurant, 155McMurray Road, Upper St Clair, on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays, February 6 and 20.Contact Karen McCrory at 412-831-1837.

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MARCH MEGA EVENT!!!The Peters Township Chamber of Commerce, the Washington County Chamber,

Pittsburgh Social Exchange, and the Southpointe CEO Association will hold acombined gathering on March 19th from 6-8 p.m. at the Southpointe HiltonGarden Inn.

Please Welcome Our New Members• Apex Technology Consultants• Vintage to Vogue • Autism Society of Pittsburgh• RE/MAX Select Realty • Butler County Chamber of Commerce

Metamorphosis Grand Opening

Pictured at the ribbon cutting ceremony at the Metamorphosis Grand Opening are (l - r): PetersTownship Manager Mike Silvestri; Metamorphosis Owner Melissa Migliaro; Peters Township

Chamber Executive Director Brian Schill; and Washington County Commissioner Harlan Shober.

News and Events from thePeters Township Chamber

For more information, contact the Peters Township Chamber at

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Wedding Guide

(NewsUSA) - Thereare 2.5 million wed-dings in the UnitedStates each year, and theweddings business is a$40 billion annualindustry, including theceremony, reception,bachelor(-ette) partiesand honeymoon.

Increasingly, newly-weds are opting for acruise for a cost-effec-tive and carefree honey-moon. About 5,000weddings and vowrenewals happen oncruises every year, andcruises now account for

15 percent of all hon-eymoons.

The inclusivenature of a cruise is aleading factor in thedecision. A cruiseprovides a week ofgreat food, pamper-ing and entertain-ment for about$2,500 or less perperson.

Most newlywedssay they prefer aweek in a fun-and-sun destination. Thatmakes cruises dou-bly attractive, sincethey visit several

ports and offer a selection of shoretours.

Though the Hawaiian Islands remainthe all-time favorite honeymoon desti-nation, many newlyweds are choosingcruises in the Mediterranean and theCaribbean.

And there's no more romantic way toexperience the wonders of the Med orCaribbean than a weeklong voyageaboard a tall ship. Star Clippers' threesailing ships only carry up to 170 or227 guests, and visit some of theworld's most exotic destinations.

Aboard Star Clippers, newlyweds canexperience the luxury of a privateyacht while sailing to smaller, lesser-known destinations big cruise shipscan't visit.

Star Clippers' relaxed yet elegantshipboard atmosphere is the perfectantidote to months of wedding plan-ning. Yet, the emphasis on beach timeand water sports, and the array of soft-adventure excursions offered provideopportunities for couples to share newexperiences as they start their lifetogether.

Whether it's a fabulous honeymoonsailing through the Greek Isles, a bare-foot wedding set on a Caribbean beachor a sunset vow-renewal ceremony per-formed by a ship's captain, StarClippers offers the romance of a truesailing experience.

For more about Star Clippers, visitwww.starclippers.com.

Honeymooners Are Opting for the Romance, Adventure of Cruises

Brides and groomsare opting for

getaway honeymooncruises.

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(NewsUSA) - Some brides-to-bemight find it hard to think beyond theintense planning that a weddingrequires. But beyond the pomp and cir-cumstance of the big day, it's importantto think ahead to mergers -- not the cor-porate kind, but the merging of stylesand décor to set up a home the brideand groom will both love.

Forget Mars and Venus. Men are fromthe planet of mismatched furniture andfloor coverings, while women acces-sorize their home with as much careand finesse as they do their wardrobes.Ideally, decorating a first home togetherbegins with the furniture and acces-sories near and dear to both the brideand groom.

But if a bride-to-be can't live with herfiancé's 1970s thrift store coffee tableand orange bean bag chair, chances arehe won't be thrilled with her antiqueoak hope chest and ornately carvedsleigh bed. Can these two conflictingschemes co-exist after the couple hascrossed the threshold?

Designer Home collections make iteasier than ever to meld female andmale sensibilities in home décor byoffering products to suit a variety ofstyles. Bedding, furniture, fabrics, arearugs, flooring, storage accessories, tablelinens and window coverings are alldesigned to work in traditional andmore updated settings. Here, florals andneutrals work remarkably well together,and tactile fabrics add depth, style andcolorful nuance. No matter which roomis the newlyweds' favorite, bedrooms,baths and living rooms all can bedecked out in style. For the latest indesigner styles for the home, couplescan check out the Liz Claiborne Homecollection on www.jcpenney.com andwww.qvc.com.

• Setting the tone. Choose a colorscheme together, and creatively arrangefurniture and accessories around it.Find a neutral ground to meld his loveof earth tones, for example, with herlove of soft fabrics. A mélange of colorsand fabrics -- on everything from com-forters to window valances -- willinspire looks ideal for both Mr. and Mrs.

• Splish, splash. Create an under-stated, clean look in the bath for him,but add accessories with a dash of colorto satisfy a bride-to-be's lively outlook.Bold shower curtains, wastebasketsand vanity items inject freshness andpersonality.

• Boudoir basics. Usher in a newhome with a fresh set of bedding; cou-ples can look for a variety of styles andcolors designed to be dressed up or leftas is for a classic look. Decorative pil-lows, shams, coverlets and throwscomplete the look and are a great wayfor wedding guests to add to the cou-ple's cozy love nest.

• Staples of style. If he loves a moremodern style, but she wants a retrofeel, furniture options in leather, finefabrics, hardwood and wicker can read-ily mesh both personalities.

• Merging moods. She's a home-body; he likes beaches and picnics. Forbedrooms and living rooms, couplescan combine sensibilities with beddingand furniture lines that bring the out-side in, and vice versa. Try mixing atable from one line with a chair fromanother -- mixing it up is a playful wayto punch up the personality of a room.

Just like in the corporate world,mergers can either run smoothly or bea headache. By considering the sensi-bilities the bride and groom share --rather than just the differences -- creat-ing a first home together can be onemerger full of fringe benefits.

Before You Marry, Meld and Merge aPerfectly Accessorized Home

Creating a comfortablehome with your new spouse

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A Guy's Guide to Selecting the Perfect Engagement Ring

(NewsUSA) - For many guys, the purchase of the engagement ring can be a bitoverwhelming. Color, clarity, cut, carat weight -; there's a lot to consider! But byunderstanding the basics of diamonds and keeping the future bride in mind, guyscan find the process of selecting a ring much less daunting.

Philadelphia-based jewelry designer Craiger Drake of Craiger Drake Designsoffers the following tips to help men select a ring that their bride will love:

Know the 4Cs. Men should always consider the color, clarity, cut and caratweight of a diamond. Color and clarity, less commonly understood, are critical tothe quality of the stone. Choose a diamond valued higher on both the color andclarity grading scales to limit the presence of color and unwanted inclusions. Caratand cut, on the other hand, are personal preferences.

Get certified. To guarantee the diamond's authenticity and quality, be sure topurchase a diamond that is certified from the Gemological Institute of America. Beunique. For many women, an engagement ring is their most treasured piece ofjewelry, so it's important that it is special and unique. A rose gold band or coloredside stones, for example, can accent a traditional ring with a touch of color. To per-sonalize the piece further, consider custom designing a one-of-a-kind ring tailoredto the bride's individual style.

A final piece of advice: Remember what the ring signifies. "With so much tobear in mind, it can be easy to lose the romance of selecting an engagement ring,"said Drake. "Although it is valuable to know the basics of a diamond, what's mostimportant is for men to remember the reason they're buying it."

For more information on Craiger Drake Designs' jewelry collection, including engagement rings, please visit www.craigerdrake.com.

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The three hospitals in Washington Countywill again team up during National HeartMonth for a county-wide education and aware-ness effort for women and men called “Go Red,Washington County.”

Canonsburg Hospital, Monongahela ValleyHospital (MVH) and Washington HealthSystem will each host events at their respectivefacilities on Thursday, February 20 from 4-8p.m. Offerings include speakers, educationaldemonstrations, giveaways and more.

National Wear Red Day is also celebratedFriday, February 7, and the hospitals’ staff mem-bers are encouraging men and women to donred clothing this entire month to bring moreattention to the issue of heart health.

All three CEOs said they were very pleased tooffer the community such important education-al opportunities in a family-oriented, fun set-ting.

At Canonsburg Hospital, Go Red events will be held in the McNary ConferenceCenter, 100 Medical Boulevard, Canonsburg, and are as follows:

4:30 PM - Flower Arranging from Malone Florist5 PM - “Peripheral Arterial Disease” with Gus Abu-Hamad, M.D.5:30 PM - Flower Arranging from Malone Florist6 PM - “Nutrition, Heart Disease and Dr. Dean Ornish Program for Reversing

Heart Disease,” by Mark Davis6:30 PM - “What Everyone Needs To Know About Heart Disease,” with Travis

Wilson, M.D.7 PM - Darieth Chisolm, owner of FullBody Fitness in Brentwood, and a former

news anchor on WPXI, will discuss unique workouts such as Aerial Yoga, PoleDance Fitness, Zumba, Turbo Kick & LaBlast Dance Fitness, PiYoStrength, BokwaFitness and more offered by FullBody Fitness.

Monongahela Valley Hospital’s events will be held at the Anthony M. LombardiEducation Conference Center on the hospital campus, 1163 Country Club Road,Monongahela. The schedule is as follows:

4 PM - Heart Healthy Cooking Demonstration by MVH Executive Chef PhoebeSeiverling, and Clinical Nutrition Manager Michele Pfarr, RD, LDN, with samplesafterward. Seating is limited; please call to reserve your space, 724-258-1333.

5 PM - Amaera Felder, Stress Management Techniques to Help Your Heart,including Gentle Yoga; for all ages and fitness levels.

6 PM - Innovations in Medicine talk on heart health and the Dean OrnishProgram, R.G. Krishnan, M.D., cardiology/internal medicine.

6:45 – 7:30 PM - Free risk assessments, blood pressure screenings.Washington Health System events will be held at the hospital’s Wilfred R.

Cameron Wellness Center, 240 Wellness Way, Washington. The schedule is as fol-lows:

5:30 AM to 9:30 PM - Free blood pressure screenings all day11 AM and 5:30 PM - Heart Healthy Cooking Demo with Registered Dietitian

and Cardiac Specialist. Space is limited, pleasecall to register, 724-225-WELL

Noon and 6:30 PM - Meditation for the Heart7 PM - Zumba Dance Party, $5 minimum dona-

tion. Free gift to all who donate; 100 percent ofdonations will be sent to the American HeartAssociation.

Staff at Canonsburg and MVH will be selling“Go Red Washington County” gloves and head-bands throughout the evening. For any dona-tions made to the American Heart Association atZumba, Washington Health System will be givingaway the gloves and headbands as gifts.

Go Red Washington County is for men andwomen but is being held in conjunction with TheAmerican Heart Association’s “Go Red ForWomen” campaign that promotes heart healthfor women.

Three Local Hospitals Promote Heart Health Awareness with “Go Red, Washington County” Campaign

The three CEOs of Canonsburg Hospital, Monongahela Valley Hospital andWashington Health System are proud to team up for Go Red Washington County.Pictured are (left) Louis J. Panza Jr., president and CEO of Monongahela Valley

Hospital; (right) Gary B. Weinstein, president and CEO of Washington Health System, and (center) Marcie S. Caplan,

president and CEO of Canonsburg Hospital.



MONONGAHELA VALLEY HOSPITAL FEBRUARY EVENTS HEALTH

Monongahela Valley Hospital is sponsoringa variety of informative programs duringFebruary. Many of the events will be held inthe hospital’s Anthony M. LombardiEducation Conference Center (ECC) unlessotherwise noted.

MAMM & GLAMM - Saturday, March 1,from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. HealthPLEXImaging is making the process of getting amammogram a little more comfortable atthe Mon-Vale HealthPLEX atWillowPointe Plaza in Rostraver. Theevent offers women who have prescrip-tions for mammograms the opportunity tohave their screenings in a relaxing atmos-phere and then enjoy free pampering. Avariety of indulgent services will beoffered along with light refreshments.Appointments are required. To schedulean appointment or for more information,call 724-379-1911.

GENE AND BOOTS CANDIESVALENTINE’S DAY CANDY SALE -Monday, Feb. 3 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.,Hospital Lobby. Treat yourself or yourloved ones to local chocolate and candydelights. Sponsored by the Auxiliary ofMon-Vale Health Resources, Inc. For moreinformation, call 724-258-1167.

BABY CARE CLASS - Monday, Feb. 3from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m., Mon-ValeHealthPLEX. Parents-to-be will learn babycare basics at this instructional session.For more information, call 724-258-BABY(2229), ext. 9.

MANAGING YOUR DIABETES -Tuesday, Feb. 4 – Thursday, Feb. 6 from8:30 – 11:30 a.m., ECC. This sessionbuilds on the education received in the“Managing Your Diabetes” program. Learnmore about food choices, dining out, and

how your eating habits affect your bloodglucose control. Completion of the three-day “Diabetes Self Management Training”is required prior to attending this class.Registration is required at least one weekprior to the start of the class. For moreinformation and to register, call 724-258-1483.

BONE DENSITY SCREENING -Wednesday, Feb. 5 from 1 - 3 p.m.,Healthy Directions at the Finleyville GiantEagle. Do you have brittle bones? Haveyou ever had a bone density test? Thisfree, painless screening will indicate if youneed a more extensive test and if you haveosteoporosis. No appointments necessary.For more information, call 724-348-6699.

MVH BLOOD DRIVE - Friday, Feb. 7from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., ECC. MonongahelaValley Hospital, in conjunction with theAmerican Red Cross, is sponsoring ablood drive to benefit local patients. Freeparking is available. For more informationor to register, call 724-494-4090 or regis-ter online at redcrosslife.org.

CHOLESTEROL & BLOOD SUGARSCREENING - Saturday, Feb. 8 from 7:30– 11 a.m. Do you know your cholesterolnumbers? Healthy Directions is offering acomplete cholesterol screening for $10.You may add a blood sugar screening foran additional $2. No appointments orinsurance necessary. Fast 12 hours priorto blood draw, you may drink water. Toregister, call 724-348-6699.

RSDS SUPPORT GROUP - Tuesday, Feb.11 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., ECC. The ReflexSympathetic Dystrophy SyndromeSupport Group is free and open to all per-sons with RSDS or related illnesses. Formore information, call 724-929-9492.

BETTER BREATHERS CLUB - Tuesday,Feb. 11 from 2 – 3 p.m., ECC. Free andopen to all adults and their family, friendsor caregivers who want to learn or shareinformation about living well with breath-ing issues. This group meets the secondTuesday of every month. For more infor-mation, call 724-258-1932 or 724-344-0287.

PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP- Wednesday, Feb. 12 at 6 p.m., ECC. Formore information, call 724-292-9404.

ADVANCED CARBOHYDRATE COUNT-ING - Wednesday, Feb. 12 from 6 – 8 p.m.,ECC. This is a diabetes self-managementclass that focuses on counting carbohy-drate intake. Topics range from how tomeasure the upward drive each meal hason blood sugar to information on theglycemic index. To register, call 724-258-1483.

TALK WITH A DOC: WHAT IS A BRAINATTACK? - Thursday, Feb. 13 at 10 a.m.,Center in the Woods, 130 WoodlandCourt, Brownsville. Diane E. Emes, M.D.,family practice physician, will present afree talk. A stroke screening along withcarotid and blood pressure checks willalso be available. Light refreshments willbe served and parking is free. To register,call 724-258-1333.

TALK WITH A DOC: HELPING KNEEREPLACEMENTS HEAL - Thursday, Feb.13 at 1 p.m., Mount Lebanon PublicLibrary, 16 Castle Shannon Blvd.,Pittsburgh. Thomas F. Brockmeyer, M.D.,Ph.D., orthopedic surgeon, will discussadvancements in helping knee replace-ments heal. Light refreshments will beserved and parking is free. To register, call724-258-1333.

DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP - Monday,Feb. 17 from 2 - 4 p.m., Mon-ValeHealthPLEX, Room 120. This supportprogram is free for people with diabetes,their families and caregivers. The topicwill be, “Trying Vegetarian for HeartHealth.” Advanced registration is requiredby calling 724-258-1483.

MANAGING YOUR DIABETES -Tuesday, Feb. 18 – Thursday, Feb. 20 from6 – 9 p.m., ECC. This session builds onthe education received in the “ManagingYour Diabetes” program. Learn moreabout food choices, dining out, and howyour eating habits affect your blood glu-

cose control. Completion of the three-day“Diabetes Self Management Training” isrequired prior to attending this class. Formore information and to register, call 724-258-1483.

GO RED WASHINGTON COUNTY -Thursday, Feb. 20 from 4 - 8 p.m. ECC.How healthy is your heart? While heartdisease is both preventable and control-lable, it remains the leading cause of deathfor men and women in the United States.Monongahela Valley Hospital invites thecommunity to celebrate American HeartMonth with these free heart health educa-tion programs: a healthy cooking demon-stration with limited seating and samplesafterward; a look at stress managementtechniques to help your heart, including agentle yoga demonstration, and an“Innovations in Medicine” talk on hearthealth by an MVH physician. To register,call 724-258-1333.

BARBECUE BY FOURTH STREETBARBEQUE - Friday, Feb. 21 from 11 a.m.to 2 p.m., Hospital Main Lobby. Comeenjoy your favorite barbecued foods pro-vided by Fourth Street Barbeque. Thisevent is open to the public and take out isavailable. Sponsored by the Auxiliary ofMon-Vale Health Resources, Inc. For moreinformation, call 724-258-1167.

BREASTFEEDING CLASS - Monday,Feb. 24 from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m., Mon-ValeHealthPLEX. For more information, call724-258-BABY (2229) ext. 9.

STROKE SUPPORT GROUP - Thursday,Feb. 27 from 1 – 2:30 p.m., ECC. Thegroup meets the last Thursday of eachmonth. For more information, call 724-258-1455.

INFANT AND CHILD CPR CLASS -Thursday, Feb. 27 from 6 - 9 p.m., ECC.Learn how to help a choking baby or smallchild. Sign up to learn emergency life sav-ing techniques of clearing airway obstruc-tions and cardiopulmonary resuscitation(CPR). The $40 fee is payable to VHSTCand advance registration is required bycalling the Valley Health and SafetyTraining Center at 724-684-9536.

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Mon Valley YMCA Schedules Healthy Heart Fair in Conjunction

with Mon Valley HospitalMonongahela Valley Hospital will hold a Healthy Heart Fair on

Thursday, February 27 from 9 to11 a.m. at the Mon Valley YMCA. The YMCA encourages everyone to be physically active to help reduce

stress and control weight. Physical activity also helps reduce yourchances of developing conditions that may put a strain on your heart,such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes, which can bea factor in heart disease.

Kathy Guy, certified diabetes educator and registered dietician fromMon Valley Hospital, will be available to answer questions. Light refresh-ments will be provided. Pre-registration is advised by calling 724-483-8077or by going to the business office in person.

Family Hospice to Host Mindfulness Based Stress

Reduction Course in Mt. LebanonFamily Hospice and Palliative Care President and CEO Barbara Ivanko, MSW,

will conduct a seven-week course on “Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction”(MSBR), February 11 through April 1, at Family Hospice’s education center, 50Moffett St., in Mt. Lebanon.

Based on the acclaimed program developed at the University of MassachusettsMedical Center, these sessions are designed to teach participants how to reducestress and anxiety, enhance good health and improve coping techniques. The bestcandidates for MBSR are motivated to take better care of themselves and drawupon their inner strengths for greater ease of living.

Sessions will take place Tuesday evenings, 6:30 - 8:30 and include one half-dayretreat on March 22. The $350 registration fee covers all sessions, the half-dayretreat and related materials. All fees support the nonprofit mission of FamilyHospice and Palliative Care.

Space is limited. Please email [email protected] to register. For moreinformation, visit www.FamilyHospice.com.

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Westminster PresbyterianChurch in Upper St. ClairOffers Bible Studies and

Wellness Programs

Mom to Mom: Heart Talk – Supportfor Moms: Mom to Mom is a Biblically-based parenting program designedaround the Titus 2:4 concept of olderwomen teaching and encouragingyounger women in their relationshipswith their husbands and children. Itincludes quality instruction in parent-ing, small group discussion, and theinteraction of a more experiencedmother with younger moms. Mom toMom is for any mother who would liketo share and grow in her important jobas mom.

TOPICS INCLUDE:• When You’re Running on Empty• Taming the Top 10 Marriage

Monsters• Who’s the Parent Here?This 10-week study begins Thursdays

through April 24 from 9:30 – 11 a.m.Childcare is available.

Made to Crave: Satisfying YourDeepest Desire with God, not Food

Made to Crave is the missing linkbetween a woman's desire to behealthy and the spiritual empower-ment necessary to make that happen.

• Break the cycle of "I'll start againon Monday," and feel good about

yourself today.• Stop agonizing over numbers on the

scale and make peace with your body.• Replace rationalization that lead to

diet failure with wisdom that leads tovictory.

• Reach your healthy goals and growcloser to God through the process.

Made to Crave is a helpful companionto use alongside whatever healthy eat-ing approach you choose; it's a bookand Bible study to help you find the"want to" in how to make healthylifestyle changes. This six- week studybegins Thursday, February 6 from 9:30– 11 a.m. Child Care is available.

Live a Vital Life – Wellness ClassThis three-week class will teach you

how to use the power of real food to agewell, feel energetic and maintain opti-mal health!

Why Changes are Important to Living aVital Life

Week one addresses the importanceof getting nutrients from your food andthe benefits of a whole food diet.

What Should You Change for a MoreVital Life

The second week we look at the cul-prits keeping us from living a life full ofenergy and vitality including the effectsof sugar, chemical-filled food and stress.

How do you Make Changes to StayVital

Using coaching techniques thatinclude setting goals and holding your-

self accountable, participants in this ses-sion will learn how to implementchanges.

This program begins Tuesday, January28 from 7 – 8 p.m. Instructor KathyParry Gillen has a degree in food man-agement and a certification in plant-based nutrition. Learn more aboutKathy on her websites: www.wellness-roadtrip.com and www.kathyparry.com.

Visit our website for details and regis-tration at wroc.westminster-church.orgor call Kathy Long 412-835-6630.

Upcoming Events at First United Methodist Church

First United Methodist Church, 430West Main St., Monongahela offers thefollowing services. For more informa-tion, call 724-258-7054.

Sunday Morning Services8:45 a.m. - Early service9:45 a.m. - Christian education for all ages11 a.m. - Morning worship, nursery

availableWeekly MeetingsEvery Wednesday - 5:30 – 7 p.m. -

Youth Group meetings, starting at age 6- high school

Every Thursday - 6:30 p.m. - Choirpractice

Each week we have Girl Scouts andBoy Scouts meetings.

Call for additional information. Looking for something to do? The

United Methodist Men and Womengroups are active. Come and join intheir activities that are ongoing - you arealways welcome!

On Sunday join us for service. Meetand shake hands with our new minister,Alan J. Morrison.

Monongahela’s RiverhillChurch of Christ Hosts Flea

Market and Soup & Bake Sale

Riverhill Church of Christ, 2105Riverhill Rd., Monongahela, will hold aFlea Market, Soup & Bake Sale onSaturday, February 15 from 8 a.m. to 4p.m. For more information, contactNancy Tencer at 412-302-8359.

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Bethesda Presbyterian Hosts Annual Cantata Performance

By Charlotte Hopkins

Bethesda PresbyterianChurch performed theirannual Cantata with spe-cial guests from the newBright BeginningsPreschool. The Cantata isan open community serv-ice filled with music towelcome in the new year!Reverend Walt Pietsch-mann, once a music majorin college, hosts the cele-bration that includes amixture of heart-warmingseasonal songs. To join thisyear's Cantata choir concert contact Reverend Pietschmann for further infor-mation at 412-384-7360.

Taylor Hoke, daughter offirefighter Randy Hoke,

sings proudly for herparents and grandpar-ents in the front row!

Kathy and Ron Cain are top per-formers with the ElizabethForward Area CommunityChorus and the Bethesda

Presbyterian Church Choir.


The Elizabeth Grand Theatre greeted10 local churches for the firstCommunity New Year's Celebration.The event was the brain child of PastorFloyd Hughes from CrossRoads Community Church and Mike Granovitz, editorof Faith Pittsburgh magazine.

The evening was sprinkled with powerful messages by churches expressing theneed for unity, in the community and the churches as well. The crowd was alsoentertained with music by members of New Whine Harvest and the Praise Teamfrom CrossRoads. The evening was the largest gathering of churches for a singleperformance in Allegheny County. Ken and Lori Kolodziej, owner of the GrandTheatre, were so delighted by the outcome of the event that they hope to turn the“Community New Year's Sunday Service: A Service of Christian Unity” into anannual celebration.

Reverends gathered to a powerful meeting of theminds! Pictured are (l-r): Chris Jerin (JeffersonHills Bible Church); Ken Huhn (New Whine

Harvest); Jake Clawson (Jefferson HillsPresbyterian); Tim Green (Calvary Chapel

Pittsburgh South); and Mike Granovitz (Faith Pittsburgh Magazine) and in the front

row, Walt Pietschmann (Bethesda PresbyterianChurch) and Floyd Hughes (CrossRoads

Community Church)

Reverend Chris Autry, his son Sam, and his wife Becca are joined byfriends Lisa and Kyle Zacharias.

Community Churches Gather at GrandTheatre for New Year's Celebration

Pastor of Abide Church Seeks Permanent Home in Jefferson Hills


Pastor Chris Autry, his son, Sam, and his wife, Becca,excitedly left South Carolina to form Abide Church inthe Jefferson Hills area, as he felt called to be here.

Abide Church is a Southern Baptist Church Plantthat is a part of the SEND North America ChurchPlanting Movement. They are currently holding serv-ices every Wednesday evening at Gill Hall Park inJefferson Hills from 6:30 - 7:45 p.m. and childcare isprovided.

However, they are in need of a permanent home fortheir church. If anyone has information on a buildingthat the church can call home, please contact PastorAutry at 412-653-3929. Since they are a new church,they are financially incapable of paying a great sum but as the church grows, so willtheir ability to pay more. They are hoping to find a permanent home by March.

“We are praying for a facility that will allow us to meet somewhere in theJefferson/Pleasant Hills area,” explained Pastor Autry.

This move has become a great asset for Jefferson Hills and the surrounding com-munities. Pastor Autry's positive upbeat personality and the southern charm of hisfamily create the comforting atmosphere that people seek out in a church.

Abide Church will also begin community outreach services from March -October, at the latest. For further information, contact Pastor Chris Autry at 412-653-3929 or follow the Abide Church of Jefferson Hills Facebook page.

Pastor Chris Autry's winningpersonality is a welcome addition to the church

community in Jefferson Hills.

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Recent Local Death Notices

ADAMS, Teresa, 49, of Jefferson Hills, diedJanuary 7. Arrangements under the direc-tion of Stephen Slater Funeral Home inJefferson Hills.BARRY, Charles F. “Chuck”, 75, of PleasantHills, died December 19. Arrangements byJefferson Memorial Cemetery and FuneralHome in Pleasant Hills.BUCY, George “Jack”, 91, of Pleasant Hills(formerly of Forward Township) diedJanuary 3. Arrangements by Stephen SlaterFuneral Home in Jefferson Hills.BURGAN, Alice Jane, 65, of New Eagle,died December 8. Arrangements by FryeFuneral Home, Inc. in Monongahela.CAREATTI, John Joseph, 90, of FallowfieldTownship, died January 22. Arrangementsunder the direction of Carl J. SpallinoFuneral Home in Charleroi.CLEMENS, Margaret J., 70, of PleasantHills, died January 6. Arrangements byJefferson Memorial Cemetery and FuneralHome in Pleasant Hills. COULTER, Carol M., 93, of Whitehall, diedDecember 17. Arrangements under thedirection of Jefferson Memorial Cemeteryand Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.CRUMMIE, Helen “Dottie”, 100, ofBrentwood, died December 19.Arrangements under the direction ofGriffith Mortuary, Inc. in South ParkTownship.DEVINE, Martin, 85, of West Mifflin, diedDecember 29. Arrangements under thedirection of Jefferson Memorial Cemeteryand Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.DEVORE, Kenneth S., 74, of Eighty-four,died December 19. Arrangements underthe direction of Kegel Funeral Home inFinleyville.DEWAR, Rose M., 85, of West Mifflin, diedJanuary 12. Arrangements under the direc-tion of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery andFuneral Home in Pleasant Hills.DiLEMBO, Eva M. (Puccinelli), of BaldwinBorough, died December 21. Arrangementsby Jefferson Memorial Cemetery andFuneral Home in Pleasant Hills.DOBOSH, William M., 85, of Venetia, diedDecember 20. Arrangements by KegelFuneral Home in Finleyville.DONALDSON, Mildred, 86, of Brentwood,died December 27. Arrangements under thedirection of Jefferson Memorial Cemeteryand Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.DOYLE, Donald C., 79, of ForwardTownship, died December 12.Arrangements under the direction of FryeFuneral Home, Inc. in Monongahela.DUBINA, James, 82, of South Park, diedJanuary 19. Arrangements under the direc-tion of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery andFuneral Home in Pleasant Hills.

DUTCH, Francis J., 90, of Monongahela,died January 5. Arrangements under thedirection of Marshall Marra Funeral Homein Monongahela.FARRELL, Edward Stephen Jr., 76, of SouthPark, died December 24. Arrangementsunder the direction of Griffith Mortuary,Inc. in South Park Township.FERRARI, Diane, 53, of Jefferson Hills, diedJanuary 8. Arrangements under the direc-tion of Stephen Slater Funeral Home inJefferson Hills.GATTENS, Phillip L. (Phil), 88, of SouthPark, died January 17. Arrangements underthe direction of Griffith Mortuary, Inc. inSouth Park Township.GEORGE, Viola, 94, of Jefferson Hills, diedDecember 30. Arrangements under thedirection of Stephen Slater Funeral Home inJefferson Hills.HERD, Helen Sidun, 93, of New Eagle, diedJanuary 4. Arrangements under the direc-tion of Schrock-Hogan Funeral Home &Cremation Services in Charleroi.HIMICH, Arbutus Mae “Sis”, 82, of NewEagle, died December 15. Arrangementsunder the direction of Frye Funeral Home,Inc. in Monongahela.HOSTOVICH, Ronald M., 71, ofMonongahela, died December 30.Arrangements under the direction ofMarshall Marra Funeral Home inMonongahela.JUDEIKIE, Joseph III, 37, of Finleyville,died December 21. Arrangements underthe direction of Paul L. Henney MemorialChapel in Bethel Park.KALNICKY, Andrew D., 91, of FallowfieldTownship, died January 20. Arrangementsunder the direction of Melenyzer-DuBarrFuneral Homes & Cremation Services, Inc.in Roscoe.LEWIS, Carl “Vic”, 77, of Elrama, diedDecember 29. Arrangements under thedirection of Stephen Slater Funeral Home inJefferson Hills.LIPPERT, Ryan A., 23, of Finleyville, diedDecember 22. Arrangements under thedirection of Kegel Funeral Home inFinleyville.MANCINI, Rose Liberata, 98, of SebastianFL, formerly of Elrama, Canonsburg, andWashington, died December 5.Arrangements under the direction of FryeFuneral Home, Inc. in Monongahela.MANKO, Joanne F., 80, of Finleyville, diedJanuary 15. Arrangements under the direc-tion of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.MANZINI, Della D., 86, of New Eagle, diedJanuary 6. Arrangements by MarshallMarra Funeral Home in Monongahela.McEWEN, Frances Leona, age 95, forBethel Park, died December 23.

Arrangements under the direction ofJefferson Memorial Cemetery and FuneralHome in Pleasant Hills.McFEELY, Anna A., 98, of New Eagle, diedDecember 23. Arrangements under thedirection of Marshall Marra Funeral Homein Monongahela.METROVICH, Edward A., 55, ofFinleyville, died January 19. Arrangementsunder the direction of Kegel Funeral Homein Finleyville.MIKULA, Conrad P., 66, of Pleasant Hills,died January 24. Arrangements under thedirection of Jefferson Memorial Cemeteryand Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.MINFORD, Edgar, 97, of Elizabeth, diedDecember 24. Arrangements under thedirection of Stephen Slater Funeral Home inJefferson Hills.MINICK, Mary E., 95, of Finleyville, diedJanuary 1. Arrangements under the direc-tion of Kegel Funeral Home in Finleyville.MITTELHAUSER, Thomas M. Jr., 71, ofFinleyville, died December 28.Arrangements under the direction of KegelFuneral Home in Finleyville.MURRAY, Mary, 88, of South Park, diedDecember 28. Arrangements under thedirection of Paul L. Henney MemorialChapel in Bethel Park.OFTROSKY, Helen, 88, of Monongahela,died December 29. Arrangements underthe direction of Frye Funeral Home, Inc. inMonongahela.PIACQUADIO, Richard Anthony, 24, ofBrentwood, died January 6. Arrangementsby Jefferson Memorial Cemetery andFuneral Home in Pleasant Hills.POISEL, Edward Jr., 70, of Bethel Park, diedDecember 23. Arrangements under thedirection of Paul L. Henney MemorialChapel in Bethel Park.POLICK, Charles Edward, 81, of JeffersonHills, died December 26. Arrangements byJefferson Memorial Cemetery and FuneralHome in Pleasant Hills.PUGH, Robert H., 51, of South Park, diedDecember 23. Arrangements under thedirection of Jefferson Memorial Cemeteryand Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.REDLINGER, Donald N., 76, of Carnegie(formerly of West Mifflin), died December24. Arrangements under the direction ofGriffith Mortuary, Inc. in South ParkTownship.REIDENBAUGH, Doris E., 84, of WestMifflin, died December 20. Arrangementsby Jefferson Memorial Cemetery andFuneral Home in Pleasant Hills.SLAYPOH, Geraldine C., 92, of Finleyville,died January 19. Arrangements under thedirection of Kegel Funeral Home inFinleyville.

SMINKO, John, 86, of Monongahela, diedDecember 18. Arrangements under thedirection of Frye Funeral Home, Inc. inMonongahela.SMITH, Marjorie N., 83, of Pleasant Hills,died January 11. Arrangements under thedirection of Griffith Mortuary, Inc. in SouthPark Township.SPRINGER, Mildred “Millie”, 80, of WestMifflin, died December 19. Arrangementsunder the direction of Jefferson MemorialCemetery and Funeral Home in PleasantHills.STAVER, Audrey J., 84, of Bethel Park, diedJanuary 18. Arrangements under the direc-tion of Jefferson Memorial Cemetery andFuneral Home in Pleasant Hills.STECHLY, Maureen F., 64, of FallowfieldTownship, died December 19.Arrangements under the direction ofSchrock-Hogan Funeral Home &Cremation Services in Charleroi.STREJECK, Rose M., 82, of Monongahela,died January 4. Arrangements under thedirection of Marshall Marra Funeral Homein Monongahela.TAYLOR, Marion L., 90, of West Mifflin,died December 27. Arrangements byJefferson Memorial Cemetery and FuneralHome in Pleasant Hills.THOMAS, George D., 56, of Bethel Park,died January 1. Arrangements under thedirection of Jefferson Memorial Cemeteryand Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.VIGNOLI, Mary Ann, 69, of New Eagle,died December 27. Arrangements underthe direction of Frye Funeral Home, Inc. inMonongahela.WHETSEL, Grace, 87, of West Mifflin, diedDecember 21. Arrangements under thedirection of Jefferson Memorial Cemeteryand Funeral Home in Pleasant Hills.WOLFE, Marcy (Dutkiewicz), 56, ofBaldwin Borough, died January 6.Arrangements under the direction ofJefferson Memorial Cemetery and FuneralHome in Pleasant Hills.YATES, Dolores Theresa, 78, ofMonongahela, died December 3.Arrangements under the direction of FryeFuneral Home, Inc. in Monongahela.YUSTINCE, John “Peanuts”, 73, of WestElizabeth, died January 14. Arrangementsby Jefferson Memorial Cemetery andFuneral Home in Pleasant Hills.ZDURA, Irene M., 67, of Monongahela,died December 9. Arrangements under thedirection of Frye Funeral Home, Inc. inMonongahela.ZIEMBA, Anna M., 94, of CarrollTownship, died December 24.Arrangements under the direction of FryeFuneral Home, Inc. in Monongahela.

Clairton Elementaryhosted a holiday readingworkshop for parents.On December 19, par-ents, grandparents, andguardians were invited toeach elementary class-room to read to their stu-dent’s class. ClairtonElementary had approxi-mately 25 parents cometo the school and readholiday stories andspend the afternoon inthe classroom. Each classhad cookies and drinksto celebrate with theirreader.


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Kindergarten teachers Ms. PamBlack and Ms. Nancy DeMedio showoff the students’ gingerbread houses.This year the four kindergarten class-rooms participated in a gingerbreadhouse workshop in the cafeteria. Theworkshop was a success and we planto continue the tradition in upcom-ing school years. All kindergartenstudents were proud of their housesand were so excited to take themhome.

Pictured are Clairton Varsity Basketball team, coaches and staff. The Bears are having a successful season and are playing an intense schedule due to many cancellations

due to weather. We wish them the best of luck!

Clairton Elementary WinterWonderland Dance was held onJanuary 10th for grades 3-5. Thedance was hosted by ClairtonStudent Leadership Group andBear Paws Against Bullying.Dressed to impress are ChanelCheadle, Arrissa Wiggins, andDominae Soloman.

Pictured is parent Misty Laverick reading toMs. Sally Kunkel's 4th grade students.

Dressed to impress are Chanel Cheadle,Arrissa Wiggins, and Dominae Soloman.

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CASTLE (Clairton'sAfter-School Teachingand Learning Exper-ience) students weretreated a special surpriseduring the annual holi-day celebration. First,they were treated to aspecial reading of TheFairy Clause? AuthorBud Geissler of Irwinand illustrator JoeGlemba of ElizabethTownship visited the school and read the story and interacted with the students.Following the reading Toy for Tots kindly donated two toys to every CASTLEstudent and sibling as a special surprise. Perfect attendance students also weregiven a chance to win several big electronics.

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Ringgold Middle School Journeysto Cemetery of the Alleghenies

On a blusterySaturday morning,while most youngteenagers are usu-ally still sleeping orlogging into someform of socialmedia, a specialgroup of middleschool students,accompanied byteachers andfriends, made thedecision to domore with theirtime. Studentsfrom the RinggoldMiddle Schooljourneyed to theCemetery of theAlleghenies in Bridgeville, PA for the yearly Wreaths Across America event.

On this day, in all the National Cemeteries across The United States, friends, fam-ilies, Veterans and, in this case, students join together to lay Christmas Wreatheson the graves of our fallen Veterans. According to Wreaths Across America, on thisone day, over 500,000 wreaths are laid across 750 locations throughout the UnitedStates. This event is designed to honor and remember all those who fought toensure that our liberties and freedoms are preserved. Additionally, this ceremonyis a time for many Veterans and their families to meet, reunite, reminisce and showrespect and gratitude for these heroes.

The students of The Ringgold Middle School have been participating in thisevent for some time. Mr. James Ferguson, a math teacher and a Vietnam Veteran,has spearheaded this event along with others like it each year. The students aretaught in school about wars and the value of freedom, but seeing it firsthand bytalking to those that have served and meeting the loved ones of those that havepaid the ultimate price makes it real for them.

This event could not be possible without many people. Katie Spalla, also aRinggold teacher, volunteered to help chaperone this event for the past two years.Leznor Transit donated transportation for the students and also provided a driverat no cost. Others that were in attendance were Alan Veliky, Ron Smith, ScottFredrick, Roy Fike, Steve Gondas and Joe Pozzi.

Students who participated in Wreaths Across America include (1st row l –r): Chris Metrovich; Emily Drake; Autumn Carol; Erica Glanemen;Hannah Dolfi; Mac Miller; Jacob Young; Zach Jones; and Miss KatieSpalla and (2nd row l – r): Julia Bandalo; Caitlin Painter; Sarah Ott;

Ashley Harbaugh; Courtney MacFarlane; Mr. James Ferguson; McKenzieMusser; Marissa Venanzi; Haley Frizzell; Antonio Lucci; Alex Bottino and

Ivan Peralta. (3rd row l – r): Sydney Koontz and Michaela Pry.

Ringgold Harp Ensemble To Play at Barnes and Noblefor Scholarship Fundraiser

The Ringgold Harp Ensemble will be playing at the South Hills Village Barnesand Noble on Saturday, February 8 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. to raise funds for theharp scholarship fund.

These funds will help the Ringgold students study harp at Oberlin College thelast week of June at the Ohio Scottish Arts School. Last year 10 students were ableto study there with the help of the scholarship fund.

If you are going to purchase a book, could you do it at Barnes and Noble on the8th of this month? If yes, please mention Ringgold Middle School and portion ofthe sale of the book will go to the harp fund. If you can't go to the store in personbut can make your purchase on line just mention Ringgold Middle School and wewill get credit for that purchase, too.

Mingo Creek Park Offers ‘Tricky Tracks’ Homeschool Outdoor Classroom

The Washington County Dept. of Parks and Recreation is offering aHomeschool Outdoor Classroom at Mingo Creek County Park on Thursday,February 13, 2014 at the Park Office. Two sessions are available; Session I willbegin at 10 a.m. and Session II will begin at 1 p.m.

Who lives here? There are many animals that call Pennsylvania home, butwhat do their tracks look like? What can we learn from them? Look at and iden-tify samples of animal tracks, as well as make your very own plaster cast to takehome with you. Dress for the weather, as we will be venturing outside today.

Please note that this program is designed for homeschooled children ages 5 to11. Pre-registration is required and can be made by calling the WashingtonCounty Dept. of Parks and Recreation office at 724-228-6867. There is a fee of$1 for this program. Mingo Creek Park is located 12 miles east of Washington,PA off of Route 136.

Bright Beginnings Preschool Accepting Fall Registrations

Bright Beginnings Preschool at Bethesda United Presbyterian Church inElizabeth will be accepting registrations for next fall beginning in the month ofFebruary. For further information, contact the church office at 412-384-7360.

Student Photography Exhibition Coming to Peters Township Public Library

The Peters Township High Schoolphotography classes will exhibit theirwork in the main lobby of the PetersTownship Public Library fromFebruary 13 through 26 during libraryhours. "The Gallery" is a display ofhundreds of student photographs fromthe classes and club at the high school.An opening reception will be held onThursday, February 13 from 6:30 – 8p.m. All are welcome to attend.

Over 100 students contributed workfor this exciting event. Matted photo-graphs, canvases and portfolios will beon display. The photography club offi-cers are Katie Stiegel, president; andBoard members Kayla Damazo, EmmaLee Ducouer, Emilou Landas, JuliaSchurle, and Sarah Zimmerman. For more information about "The Gallery,"contact the club sponsor, Erin Boni, at [email protected].

Pictured are photography club members (l-r)Katie Stiegel, Julia Schuerle, EmmaLee Ducouer,Emilou Landas, and Sarah Zimmerman. Missing

from the photo is Kayla Damazo.



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(state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $3,038).John Conte Bobbie Condie 1135 Otis St. $65,000.Monongahela City Juraj and Martina Stasko Chess St. $31,800.Estate of Marie Greskovich Annette Rotella 1077 Country Club Road $105,000.Janet Langford Chad and Kimberly Williams 627 Decker St. $75,000.Federal National Mortgage Assn. Richard Massafra Financial LLC 1250 Lincoln St. $68,800.Ryan Downer Bernadette Mele 534 Park Ave. $18,000.Justin Koerner Andrea Fedak 908 Lawrence St. $89,900.NEW EAGLEAlexander Barkley Alisha and Matthew Detman 152 First Ave. $89,900.James Backus Gary Miller 132 First Ave. $27,500.CARROLL TOWNSHIPLinda Sexauer Deirdre Wapiennik and David Willison 4 Grant St. $65,500.Rita Polansky trustee Jeffrey and Lyndsey Lytle Highland Road $10,000.Stephen Peterman Cody Prokopovitch 3 Cherry St. $111,200.PNC Bank NA Michael and Kellie Christopher 356 Coyle Curtain Road $17,000.Betty Marshall Wayne and Debra Harn 1694 Fourth St. $52,500.Estate of Lawrence Pestino Christopher Pestino and Elizabeth Taft 15 Snyder Ave. $85,600.Mingo Boy Inc. Melissa Paul 1665 Fourth St. $123,750.Federal National Mortgage Assn. James Singer II and Carmen Russo 122 Elm Crest Ave. $50,000.ELIZABETH TOWNSHIPDiane Peroney Jason Molt and Kristin Trumpie 610 Chicagoion St. $101,000.

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ELIZABETH TOWNSHIP Continued from previous pageDonna McManigle et al. James Paul Barrow 2044 Devonwood Drive $54,900Timothy Yavoich PNC Bank NA 111 Glenwood Drive $1,887 by sheriff's deed.Maronda Homes Inc. Scott and Heather Henry 316 Kennett Drive $231,464Amelia Williams Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. 439 Cedar Drive $1,755 by sheriff's deed.Estate of Julia Sabo Juraj and Martina Stasko 709 Circle Drive $15,000PNC Bank NA Gary Wargo 511 Rothey Drive $57,557Thomas Berich Edward and Kathleen Mazurek Scenery Drive $18,000CAR McP Inc. Michael Isbir Jr. and Stella Isbir 216 Willow Drive $38,000Richard David Burger Rex and Heide Kibe 121 Penn Crest St. $44,000Peggy Trent Barbara Miklos 302 Braemont Place $160,000Brooke Green Piccini Anthony and Angela Tyner 202 High St. $118,000William Payne III Erich Collins Jr. and Alyson Collins 424 Maley Drive $159,900Janis Plevelich Steven and Julie Bradley 105 Narragansett Drive $229,000Housing & Urban Development Adam Hutskow 106 Parkwyn Drive $75,300Estate of Deanna Rendulic Kortney and John Tomaino 750 Scenery Drive $122,000Maronda Homes Inc. Trisha Maddas 320 Kennett Drive $305,779Raymond Reitz Midwest 15 LLC 5724 Smithfield St. $150,000ELIZABETH BOROUGHElverta Lynn Winkelvoss Fifth Third Bank 508 S. First Ave. $1,636 by sheriff's deed.Bruce Oates Jr. Russell and Sharon Neeson 312 Eighth Ave. $45,000James McNeil Matthew Caldwell 122 Market St. and Second St. $122,500FORWARD TOWNSHIPHousing & Urban Development Midfirst Bank 2133 River Hill Road $1,725 by sheriff's deed.Ricky Pietroboni Jr. et al. Shawn Matthew Trump Rainbow Run Road $4,000Sharon Betz aka Betzner Birmingham Holdings LLC 601 Stokes Drive $23,000

(state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $65,700) by sheriff's deed.Valerie Albin Kirkman John McPherson Jr. and Jennifer McPherson 6922 Wall Road $129,900Joann Holliday Deutsche Bank National Trust Co. trustee 7010 Grant St. $10,000 by sheriff's deed.Federal National Mortgage Assn. Evan Hornyak 4711 Williamsport Road $80,000Dean Bocetti et al. Anthony and Julia Quintana 4930 Williamsport Road $123,000James Singer II et al. Michael Medved 745 Bunola River Road $141,200


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CLAIRTONWalter McNew Jr. RSG Investments LLC 449 Ohio Ave. $16,000Anthony Barone RSG Investments LLC 451 Ohio Ave. $17,000Sydney Malkin Andrew Malkin 601 Park Ave. $17,000Estate of Evelyn Bell TWST LLC 824 St. Clair Ave. $31,000Wayne Washowich Jordan River LLC 905 Vankirk St. $33,000Pittsburgh Landmark Group LLC Ohad Shachar 745 Horton St. $38,500Angelo Sgroi Angelo Sgroi and Angelia Christina 307 Large Ave. $1

(state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $15,700).Three Rivers Properties Inc. trustee Pittsburgh Landmark Group LLC 702 Large Ave. $37,000Federal National Mortgage Assn. Andrew Jackson 737 Waddell Ave. $10,500Alex Charapko Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. 343 Baker Ave. $1,744 by sheriff's deed.Joel Fulmer Bank America NA 861 Bessemer St. $1,608 by sheriff's deed.Eugene Leis Ronald C Sobol Family 2009 Trust 117 Constitution Circle $18,000LDJ Development LLC Elm Street School L.P. 402 Elm St. $15,000Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. TWST LLC 419 Mitchell Ave. $20,000Federal National Mortgage Assn. Kaja Holdings 2 LLC 418-420 Park Ave. $4,850Sharon Waddington Mon Management LLC 4004 Soltis Drive $10,300Nick Liokareas TI Long Term Holdings 1 LLC 532 Waddell Ave. $35,000John Strunk Christine Gonzalez 849 Bessemer St. $60,000SOUTH PARKSharon Fohl Edward and Julie Wietholder 1601 McElheny Road $272,000George Misencik Jason Combs 1910 Strawbridge Drive $150,000Francis Kienic Michael and Jessica Bulsak 970 Westchester Road $179,900Bradley DeFries Thomas Biers 3105 Brownsville Road Ext. $166,000Nancy Long trustee Paul and JoAnn Kvederis 1420 Greenbriar Drive $160,000W. Scott Wilson Iain MacLeod 1016 Imperial Drive $148,000Frank Huygens Lisa and Joseph Yakelis 1140 Mike Reed Drive $119,900Lois Rogan Kobrys Ann Greiner 3118 Ridge Road $104,000Estate of Albert Munsick Brooke Stewart 6523 Ventura Drive $128,600Karen Wahlen Gerik Jenco 2981 Amy Drive $211,000Judith Ann Tapolci Michael Oliver and Carla Maria Ehland Grant St. $1,500Myra Ellen Arnold Elizabeth Wigglesworth 1454 Greenbriar Court $160,000Adam Swanson Patricia Mendys 950 Hidden Ridge Court Unit 104 $110,000Michael Obringer Teresa Walker 1829 Patrick Place $91,000Lisa Bittner Benson James Seman 1137 Yanks Lane $125,000BETHEL PARKTracie Hess Sohyda Kathleen Krol 2211 Milford Drive $103,500Estate of Dorothy Davis Craig and Claire Dovyak 2605 Summit St. $154,700PLEASANT HILLSRichard Ondick Theresa Eger 336 Saratoga Drive $114,600ClearVue Opportunity 15 LLC Jeffrey and Robert Direng 333 Millet Lane $126,900Carole Parks Jeffrey and Ricki O'Brien 17 National Drive $143,000Elizabeth Ackinclose Gregg Jouver 286 Constitution Drive $92,900Darlene Mead Walter Joseph O'Hara Grace St. $3,000Sandra Marie Turley Sandra Marie and Marc Alan Turley 634 Inglefield Drive $1

(state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $118,550).Dominick DeSalvo Richard and Michele Talarico 42 Old Clairton Road $131,000Donald Brancolini Christopher Cantwell 235 Crestview Drive $193,000William Dosey Wayne and Marcia Bahur 307 Farm Lane $149,999James Ambrose Brian Kinger and Jacquelynn McCarthy 225 Manor Drive $139,900JEFFERSON HILLSRobert Doerzbacher Michael Kissling 927 Foster St. $51,300Helen Baker Amanda Polizzano and Jeremy Norton 122 Roberts Drive $90,000Maronda Homes Inc. Randall and Brandy Mason 635 Setter Lane $377,683Maronda Homes Inc. Mary Ellen and Shawn Caldwell 639 Setter Lane $303,753LaMarca Construction Manage. Inc. Cassmin LLC 2101 Century Drive $284,100Anthony Cafardi Bonnie Anne Cross 4304 Harlin Drive $217,000MB2K Development Inc. Edward and Beth Pazo Laurel Ridge Drive $69,900Samuel Germinaro Chelsa Campolongo 352 New World Drive $90,000Leo Stadelman Lee and Marlo Petersavage Riverview Drive $60,000John Laslo Matthew and Robin Westwood 312 Tangelo Drive $245,000Estate of Vivian Kerekes Linda and Domenic Curinga 6420 Willem Drive $105,000Environmentally Sound Enter. LLC NVR Inc. Gill Hall Road $42,000Richard St. Clair Jeffrey Ferguson 1842 Gill Hall Road $225,000Maronda Homes Inc. John and Dana Allemang 113 Retriever Lane $276,788Dillner Storage Co. Eastman Chemical Resins Inc. Route 837 $416,000Zokaites Properties L.P. Michael Daniel and Gayle Koontz 5020 Dana Drive Unit 117B $249,900Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. Matthew and Sharon Savena 1536 Gilmore Drive $117,000NVR Inc. Sherri Hess 6003 Independence Drive $303,360BALDWIN BOROUGHLynn Knechtel Eric Rosnick 929 Edward Drive $71,000

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Continued from previous page.PNC Bank NA Dung Nguyen 42 Macek Drive $82,001Michael Dimperio III Christopher Jon Barker 600 Steiner St. $62,000John Dowd Jason Wyndroski and Jeffrey Peiliker 802 Steiner St. $80,000

WHITEHALLElizabeth Woodland Sylvia Boyle 3030 Duncan Lane $175,000Marlene Walters Timothy Keefe and Colleen Miller 33 Hennig Drive $205,000C. Kenneth Mooney trustee Hom Nath and Damanti Chimorlya 211 Jill Drive $132,500Bryan Best Brent Holbert 4806 Roberta Drive $126,200Estate of Julia Tamkevicz Krishna and Nanda Chimariya 4824 S. Emblem Drive $125,000

BRENTWOODLindsey Aul Rock Gina Vadala 3842 Dalewood St. $100,000Michael McCaffrey Cynthia Kleinhample 3176 Glendale Ave. $82,000

NOTTINGHAM TOWNSHIPKenneth Devore Cartus Financial Corp. 314 Hickory Nut Drive $290,000Kenneth Foster Jr. Energy Smart Systems Inc. Fox Trot Drive $122,400GG Reich LLC Energy Smart Systems Inc. 121-123 Fox Trot Drive $90,000HSBC Bank USA NA Mark and Amy Hudson 607 Valley View Road $250,000Joseph Dyga Laurie Mansell Reich 103 Hamtom Road $1

(state deed transfer stamps indicate a value of $151,533).Cartus Financial Corp. Anindya and Arpita Rakshit Patra 314 Hickory Nut Drive $287,000

PETERS TOWNSHIPThomas Jay Smith Mark and Vickie Hunzeker 110 Bethany Drive $333,000James Dudiak Capital One NA 121 Brooke Drive $1,662Arline Fox Brian Homes Inc. 123 Brookwood Road $42,50084 Financial L.P. Benjamin Marcus Homes LLC Buckingham Drive $137,757Eddy Land Co. Joyce and Richard Popovich 700 Crosswinds Drive $417,283Estate of Byron Clark Steele Patrick Cray 122 Marion Drive $173,000Robert Stipetich Elizabeth Sweet 289 Scott Lane $120,000Sylvan Moullet John Snowden 500 Sugar Camp Road $269,500Ashley Czaniecki William and Kelly Duerr 950 Venetia Road $183,500Donald Huffner Jr. Mark and Lori Acree 148 Bittersweet Circle $650,000NVR Inc. Michael Jason and Mary Margarette Naguit 551 Cortland Drive $429,550Thomas Whalen Jr. Jeffrey and Dana Esper 56 Lintel Drive $317,500NVR Inc. Kevin Frank and Jessica Henderson 307 Sutherland Drive $496,822Heartland Homes Inc. Nicholas Cascato Jr. and Jennifer Cascato 111 Walnut Drive $359,552Eugene Milas Donald ONeil 104 Waterside Drive $285,000Jack Vulcano Jr. Colin and Lindsay Galvin 300 Bridle Tail $534,000Scott Lantz Afzal Hussein Nasser 309 Bunker Hill Drive $440,000Christman Schafer Mark and Karen Sarneso 503 Crossbow Court $478,000Joseph Velez Jr. Majdi Kowarik and Nancy Zatar 205 Fox Creek Road $382,000Robert Murray Federal National Mortgage Assn. 179 Gateshead Drive $1,503Ronald Mulhauser Terry and Nancy Francis 337 Hedgerow Drive $630,000George Soffel Ryan and Kimberly Ahrens 145 Ivy Lane $225,000Anthony Lawrence Sunil and Reema Sharma 111 Marlboro Drive $470,000Evelyn Jozefkowicz David Lingenfelter 623 McCombs Road $132,500Peters Twp Land Co. LLC Jeffrey and Stephanie Beisheim McMurray Road $184,000Maurice Pisciottano Pennymac Corp. 305 Sugarwood Drive $1,625Community Bank Venetia Group LLC Venetia Road $187,500Estate of David Rednak PNC Bank NA 907 Venetia Road $1,970Joseph Pinchbeck David Tenison Jr. and Brenda Tenison 120 Bethany Drive $370,000Thomas Heiser Thomas Heiser 101 Brawdy St. $0 (state deed transfer stamps indicatea value of $5,333).David Bocchini Desiree and Scott Hrabar 308 Clubview Drive $302,000Nancy Jane Rocco James Cameron and Pamela Rocco 122 Demmel Drive $153,000Estate of Robert Conley David Ciaffoni 251 E. McMurray Road $275,000Gerd Nitschmann Ignas Marcinkevicius and Jenna Cowan 131 Fireside Drive $285,000NVR Inc. David and Christine Pittman 410 Longleaf Drive $468,804Ronald Kilgore Gregg and Julie Purcell 111 Maid Marion Lane $384,900Briwood Inc. Benjamin Marcus Homes LLC 100 Mallard Lane $80,000Ralph Parker 106 Maple Lane LLC 106 Maple Lane $140,000Allen Clingan Geoffrey and Pamela Wright Mt. Blaine Drive $105,000NVR Inc. Richard Caporal Jr. and Marisa Caporal 648 Scenic Ridge Drive $442,676Federal National Mortgage Assn. Douglas and Elizabeth Froelich 207 Thomas Road $437,500Chad Moberly Paragon Relocation Resources Inc. 102 Robinhood Lane $305,000Chester Samson Mark Harrison 106 Clearview Drive $248,000Paragon Relocation Resources Inc. Michael and Jessica Williams 102 Robinhood Lane $305,000Estate of Donald Rectenwald Jr. J Scott and William Rectenwald 2903 Washington Road $175,000Kenneth Kelso Ryan and Sarah Kanto 101 Wilhaven Road $6,125

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• With wine stains, it’s important toreact quickly. Once the stain dries, itwill be more difficult to remove. First,check the care label to be sure the itemis machine washable. Rinse the stainwell in running water to dilute it. If youcannot wash the garment while it is stillwet, soak it in cool water.

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Seniors for Safe Driving Schedule Upcoming Events

Seniors for Safe Driving presents highwaysafety education programs for senior citizens55 years of age and older. The highway safe-ty programs are certified by thePennsylvania Dept. of Transportation. Thesuccessful completion of the program makesseniors eligible for a 5% discount on theirautomobile insurance premiums, across theboard, for a period of three years. The dis-count is mandated by PA state law.

If you have never participated in a senior driving program before, you mustattend a two-day program. To qualify for a one-day program, you must have takena senior driving program in the past. No exceptions.

Upcoming Programs:McKeesport - Carnegie Library of McKeesport, February 19, 8:30 a.m. - 12:30

p.m.Upper St. Clair - Rec. Dept of Upper St. Clair, February 27, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.To register, call 800-559-4880 or online at www.seniorsforsafedriving.com.

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Valley Seniors Club Announces Summer Bus Trips

Lancaster - July 8 and 9, 2014One of the Bible's greatest stories, Moses, and also The Music Man will

be at the Dutch Dinner Theater. Also included is the farmers’ market, fea-turing great food and over 200 vendors, the Canning Company wheresampling is free with jams and jellies, salsas, gourmet coffee, teas andmuch more. The trip also includes Outlet shopping. Two dinners and abreakfast are included.

Palace Theater, Greensburg - August 26, 2014Shoji Tabusci direct from Branson, Missouri for one performance only.

Dinner will be at DeNunzio’s restaurant.For more details on either trip, call Marlene at 724-258-3950.

Every day, Pennsylvania’s senior volunteers generously give their timeand service to help others. Now here’s your chance to give back by nom-inating a deserving older adult in your community for his or her out-standing service through the Salute to Senior Service® program.

Sponsored by Home Instead, Inc., the franchisor of the Home InsteadSenior Care® network, Salute to Senior Service® recognizes the invalu-able contributions of adults age 65 and older who give at least 15 hoursa month of volunteer service to their favorite causes.

Members of the community are asked to nominate and vote for theseeveryday heroes between January 15 and March 1, 2014 atSalutetoSeniorService.com. State winners will be determined by popularvote. A panel of senior care experts will then select a national Salute toSenior Service® winner from among the state honorees.

Home Instead, Inc. will donate $500 to each of the state winners’ des-ignated and approved nonprofit organizations, and their personal storieswill be shared online on the Salute to Senior Service Wall of Fame. Inaddition, $5,000 will be donated to the national winner’s designated andapproved nonprofit charity.

To complete and submit an online nomination form for a senior age65 or older who volunteers at least 15 hours a month, and to view thecontest’s official rules, visit SalutetoSeniorService.com. Completed nom-ination forms can alternatively be mailed to Salute to Senior Service, P.O.Box 285, Bellevue, NE 68005.

For more information about Salute to Senior Service or the HomeInstead Senior Care network’s services, call your local Home InsteadSenior Care at 412-595-7554 or visit homeinstead.com/swpittsburgh.

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ROY’S BY THE TRACKS

724-348-7118 3710 Rt. 88, Finleyville7 – Weird Science14 – The Gumband21 – Rocket28 – Bill AliWednesdays – Karaoke w/ Brett Saturdays – Karaoke w/Rickieoke or MattSundays – Karaoke

SWEENEY’S STEAKHOUSE

724-929-83831713 Rostraver Rd., Belle Vernon1 – DJ Stan7 – DJ Kooge8 – J&R Entertainment14 – J&R Entertainment15 – DJ Steve21 – DJ Kooge22 – J&R Entertainment28 – DJ SteveThursdays – DJ Ben

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412-835-96006247 Library Rd., Bethel ParkFridays – Magician JasonChristopher 7- 9 p.m.

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MonthlyPizza Puzzler!

Win a FREE Large “Grande” 1-topping Pizza from Vocelli Pizza*! Two (2) lucky winners every month!

Just fill in the correct answers to the questions below, and write your name, addressand telephone number on the entry form. Then mail in your entry form to the

Union-Finley Messenger. Each month we will draw two (2) local winners from allcorrect entries. Winners will receive a gift certificate good for one (1) FREE Large“GRANDE” pizza from Vocelli Pizza. Remember to look for a new Monthly Pizza

Puzzler every month, and send in your entry form!(*Good only at Finleyville location. One entry per household per month. Employees of the

Union-Finley Messenger; Haniford Enterprises LLC, or Vocelli Pizza are not eligible.)

• Official Entry Form • (Deadline for entries is February 10)

Find the answers to these three (3) questions somewhere within this edition of the Union-Finley Messenger.

When is the Pleasant Hills Lions Club spaghetti dinner?

How many families does the Finleyville Food Pantry Service each month?

What is the name of the new business in Peters Township who recently had a ribbon cutting?

Name:Address:Phone Number:Entry forms should be submitted to: Union-Finley Messenger, Attention: “Monthly Pizza Puzzler,” P.O. Box 13363, Pittsburgh, PA 15243

Congratulations to our January Pizza Puzzler winners!NIKKI CUSHEY - Finleyville • CLAIRE O’LEARY - West Mifflin

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GARAGE DOORSWUENSTEL BROTHERS GARAGEDOOR COMPANY – SecondGeneration family owned. Since 1977.Residential Replacement Specialists.3526C Cliff Street, Finleyville. 724-348-7550. (PA-HIC 009388).__________________________

GUTTERSZUBASIC BROS. HOME IMPROVE-MENTS – New Seamless Gutters &Repairs 724-941-7833.––––––––––––––––––––––––––

RESTAURANTTHE KICKSTAND BAR &RESTAURANT – Open Daily 3 p.m. -2 a.m.; Daily Specials; HomemadeSoups. 1100 Hayden Blvd. 51 South.412-384-3080.––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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