Monroeville area: Vocalists sought, summer picnic, flea markets, more

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Monroeville Chorus seeks new voices

Monroeville Chorus, formed in 1953, is seeking new adult members who love to sing, spread joy and happiness. No audition is necessary, and all voice ranges are welcome. The group performs for community events and groups, hospitals and more. For information, call 412-357-6079.

Summer Worship Picnic in the Park

Hillcrest United Presbyterian Church will be hosting a Summer Worship Picnic in the Park at 10 a.m. Aug. 18 at Pioneer Park, 245 Young Drive in Monroeville.

The morning will begin with a casual service. Various picnic games, such as horseshoes and volleyball, are planned for the event.

Hamburgers, hot dogs, cheesy potatoes and nachos, as well as other picnic fare, will be provided. Beverages and plasticware will be provided. Guests are encouraged to bring their favorite dessert to share.

This all-ages event is free and open to the public; members and nonmembers are invited.

Gateway Musical Alumni Showcase

Gateway Musical will host an Alumni Showcase at 7 p.m. on Aug. 31 at the Robert A. Read Performing Arts Center at Gateway High School, 3000 Gateway Campus Blvd.

This evening will be filled with songs from past musicals performed by Gateway alumni. Former featured dancers will be performing and current cast members will sing. The night will conclude with the announcement of Gateway’s spring 2025 musical.

Any Gateway musical alum is invited to sing a song of their choosing, preferably from a Gateway musical, or sing a medley with others. Interested performers should complete the form at https://forms.gle/zw3T1ZKtVrw1LWgo8 no later than Aug. 12.

For questions or additional information, contact musical producer Mary Chase at mchase@gatewayk12.org.

Flea market, food sale

Christ the Divine Shepherd Parish will host a flea market and food sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 20-21, and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 20 at the church’s Lourdes Center, 245 Azalea Drive in Monroeville.

A preview night will take place from 6-8 p.m. July 19. There is a $5 admission fee.

There is no cost to attend the sale. Food will be available to purchase.

Library Fun Fest

The annual Monroeville Library Fun Fest will be from 12-4 p.m. Aug. 24 at the library, 4000 Gateway Campus Blvd.

The event includes inflatable rides, balloons, food, games, a petting zoo, live music, community booths and an appearance by cartoon character Bluey from 1-3 p.m.

For more information, call 412-372-0500.

Vacation Bible school

The Monroeville United Methodist Church will host Camp Firelight Vacation Bible School from July 29 to Aug. 2 at the church, 219 Center Road in Monroeville.

Children in grades 3-5 are invited to attend. Sessions will take place from 5-8 p.m. daily, and will include Bible stories, games, music, arts, crafts and more. A light meal will be provided to participants.

The suggested donation is $10 per child. For more, including a registration form, call 412-372-7474 or email MUMYouth@monroevilleumc.org.

Online giving event for food pantry

The Garden City Food Pantry will host a “One Day of Giving” online event from 8 a.m. to midnight Aug. 6. Participants can go to PittsburghGives.org and search “Garden City Food Pantry.”

All donations of $25 and up will help bring in additional incentive-based funding from the Pittsburgh Foundation.

Concerts at Tall Trees Amphitheater

Monroeville Recreation and Parks and UPMC East will host a series of summer concerts at the Tall Trees Amphitheater. Performances will be at 6:30 p.m. except where noted:

• July 14: Ferdinand the Bull (folk/indie rock)

• July 21: Jason Kendall (pop)

• July 28: Silverjaw (’90s rock tribute)

• Aug. 2-4, 9-10: “As You Like It” by Poor Yorick’s Players. Showtime is 7 p.m. all days except Aug. 10 (2 p.m.)

• Aug. 11: Buffalo Rose (folk)

• Aug. 18: East Winds Symphonic Band, 3 p.m.

• Aug. 25: 8th Street Rox (classic rock and blues)

Concerts are free and open to the public. The amphitheater is at 2447 Tilbrook Road in Monroeville.

Parking lot sale

The Monroeville Church of the Brethren will host its fourth annual community sale from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 20 at the church, 481 Center Road. The rain date will be July 27.

Spaces are $10. A limited number of tables are available for $5. Baked goods and other refreshments will be on sale.

For more or to reserve a space, call 412-977-1779.

Peter Flaherty IV Memorial Golf Outing

The second annual Peter Flaherty IV Memorial Golf Outing to benefit a scholarship in Flaherty’s name will be held July 28 in Penn Hills.

Flaherty, a 2018 Gateway High School graduate, died in 2021 from complications related to Type I diabetes. The memorial scholarships are given to one or more Gateway students each year. Last year five students received $7,500 in scholarships.

The outing will be at 8 a.m. at 3 Lakes Golf Course, 6700 Saltsburg Road, Penn Hills. Registration begins at 7 a.m. The cost is $100 per golfer. Hole sponsorships are also available. Lunch will follow at the Pitcairn Park Building at 1:30 p.m.

For more, call 412-584-6811 or email jbreid26@gmail.com.

History speaker series

Lifelong amateur historian Henry Bowden will present “In Defense of Aaron Burr” at 7 p.m. Aug. 19 at the Monroeville Public Library, 4000 Gateway Campus Blvd.

Born and raised in Turtle Creek, Bowden is a 1970 graduate of Turtle Creek High School. He is a reenactor, public speaker and member of many local historical societies. It is the next in a six-part series of talks led by Bowden. All talks will take place the third Monday every month through November in the library’s gallery. Upcoming talks include:

• Sept. 16: Information event on William Penn

• Oct. 21: Bowden as a William Penn impersonator

• Nov. 18: Presentation on Sam Adams

The all-ages events are open to the public. Advance registration is not required. For questions, contact Cory Little, the library’s head of adult programming, at 412-372-0500, ext. 122, or by emailing littlec2@einetwork.net.