In brief: 5K in memory of Bradly Maslanka, applications open for Richland Municipal (Water) Authority Board and more in Pine, Richland
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5K in memory of Bradly Maslanka
The 3rd annual 5K Memorial Run/Fundraiser to benefit Treatment Advocacy Center will be Aug. 1 at Hamar Grove, South Ridge Drive (North Park).
The race starts at 9 a.m. Participants can run virtually or in person.
The entry fee is $20 for adults, $15 for children 12 and younger, and $15 for seniors 60 and older.
There will be a 50/50 raffle, a Chinese auction and postrace refreshments.
For registration and more information, visit runsignup.com or email smaslanka 52@gmail.com.
Applications open
Richland Township is currently accepting applications to fill a vacancy on the Richland Municipal (Water) Authority Board. Please note that this is a volunteer position. Members serve without compensation.
If you are interested in becoming involved and making a difference in your community, please submit cover letter & resume to:
Richland Township
Dean Bastianini, Township Manager
4019 Dickey Road
Gibsonia, PA 15044
If you have any questions, please call the Township Office at 724-443-5921.
No more coal-tar
The Richland Board of Supervisors has adopted a resolution discouraging the use of coal-tar sealants within the Township. Coal-Tar is a black, liquid sealant which is used to protect and enhance the appearance of underlying asphalt in many driveways, playgrounds and parking lots. Coal-tar is a potent source of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbon (PAH) and is a potential concern for humans and aquatic life. (Resolution No. 4 of 2021)
Coal-tar and coal-tar pitch, both used in sealant products, have an extremely high concentration of PAHs and are classified as known human carcinogens. There are alternatives to this material, such as asphalt-based sealing products which have much lower concentrations of PAHs. Residents are encouraged to find out what is being used on their property before sealing driveways, playgrounds and parking lots.
Richland 35-year class reunion
The Richland High School class of 1986 is hosting its 35-year class reunion. The 1986 graduates and guests are invited to attend the event, which will be held from 4 to 10 p.m. on Sept. 18. The reunion is at Richland Park’s large pavilion at 1157 Van Velsor Drive, Bakerstown, PA 15007.
The price for the event is $30 per person. Attendees are asked to RSVP by Aug. 18 with the names of all guests. The reunion is being organized by Lisa (Thaner) Arnold, Mary (Heim) Merhaut and Kevin Miller.
Email Lisa at jmalmaarnold@gmail.com to submit payments. Text Mary at 412-720-3323 with any questions.
Kennywood tickets
The Pine-Richland High School Band Boosters are selling Kennywood tickets throughout the summer. Consider buying your tickets through the band boosters to support the marching band.
Ride All Day Tickets are $36 and may be purchased during regular business hours at NexTier Bank in Wexford and Gibsonia, or the Pine Community Center (checks only). Make checks payable to Pine-Richland Band Boosters.
Pine-Richland’s Kennywood community day is Aug. 20, and the marching band will perform in the Fall Fantasy parade.
Garden club volunteers
The Richland Township Garden Club is looking for a group of volunteers who are interested in starting a club to manage four areas at Richland Community Park.
These areas will include the barn planting beds, pavilion planting beds and two new areas located near the new concession stand.
If interested in becoming a volunteer, contact Melissa Williams mwilliams@richland.pa.us or call 724-443-5921.
Vacation Bible school
Ascension Lutheran Church at 8225 Peebles Road in McCandless is hosting a vacation Bible school on July 12-15 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Kids entering Pre-K to sixth grade are invited to enjoy making crafts, playing games, making music and learning what the Bible says about the one true God. Register at ascensionpgh.myanswers.com/mystery-island.
Women’s Business Network meetings
Guests are welcome to attend a meeting at no cost. At the time of publication, many meetings are being held virtually; please check with the local chapter representative for more information. To learn more, visit wbninc.com.
The Cranberry Chapter holds regular meetings the first and third Thursday of each month from 7:30 to 9 a.m. For more information, contact Cynthia Wood at 724-316-3427.
The Criders Corners Chapter holds regular meetings on the second and fourth Thursday of each month from noon to 1:15 p.m. For more information, contact Sherri Walker at 412-760-9601.
The All Virtual Chapter holds regular meetings via Zoom on the first and third Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Guests are welcome to attend at no cost. For more information call Jennifer Pasquale at 412-908-1663.
At the library
Northern Tier Library has expanded its hours as follows: Monday-Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Thursday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., The library is closed on Sundays.
The library is open for browsing. Computer use no longer requires an appointment and is limited to one two-hour session per day.
New mask requirements (per CDC guidelines) are as follows: If you are fully vaccinated, you are not required to wear a mask.
If you are not fully vaccinated, please wear a mask for your own protection as well as the safety of others.
Please remember that children have not had the chance to be vaccinated. For their safety, masks should be worn in the children’s department.
9th Annual Young Writers Institute
The Fellow of the Western PA Writing Project is holding its ninth Young Writers Institute this summer for rising fifth through seventh graders.
The Institute will be the week of July 26-30 from 9 a.m. to noon in Wexford at Atlas Art Studio, 75 Shenot Road.
It will feature guest writer Cameron Barrett from Pittsburgh, who has won numerous awards as a poet.
The Westmoreland Museum of American Art also will visit, and participants will write about some art.
To register, visit Atlas ArtPress.com/shop/ywi.
For more information, send email to Kathy at kathyanngiegel@gmail.com.