News briefs: EMS fundraiser, Beattie open house, book sale, pierogi truck and more
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Shaler Hampton EMS has opened its 2021 subscription drive.
Residents of Etna, Hampton and Shaler will be mailed a fundraiser form in coming weeks. People interested in donating also can visit shalerhamptonems.org to have their membership immediately activated or renewed
Career center to host open house
A.W. Beattie Career Center will have an open house from 1:30 to 4 p.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. on March 17.
Because of social distancing guidelines, it is by appointment only and for prospective students and their parents/guardians.
For more, visit beattietech.com.
Call 412-847-1900 to schedule an appointment.
Book sale by appointment
The Friends of Shaler North Hills Library book sale runs through April 17 by appointment only. Each appointment is 90 minutes long.
Children’s books will not be sold at this time, but there are youth-focused DVDs and games and puzzles.
The shelves will be re-stocked as donations come in. This is a fundraiser for the Shaler North Hills Library.
Prices are $1 for hardback books and DVDs, 50 cents for small paperbacks, $1.25 for video games and $2 for games and puzzles.
For more information, call 412-486-0211.
Food truck to be at library
Pittsburgh Pierogi Truck will be at the Shaler North Hills Library on Fridays through April 9.
The vendor will be in the front parking lot from noon to 6 p.m. The menu includes pierogis, stuffed cabbage and haluski.
Part of the proceeds benefit the library.
La Roche Instagram admissions event on tap
An Instagram Live event hosted by La Roche University will offer on-the-spot admissions decisions and an inside look at campus March 11.
The live event will be at 5 p.m. and feature a counselor-guided tour of a private residence hall room and other La Roche facilities, including the Palumbo Science Center, Kerr Fitness & Sports Center and Zappala Campus Center. Users also will hear from current students and have the opportunity to ask questions.
Students are encouraged to submit an application in advance of the event with related documents.
Follow @larocheuniv on Instagram to join the live event. For more information, email admissions@laroche.edu or call 412-536-1272.
Free tax prep available
Free tax prep is available through the North Hills Community Outreach.
This is a seasonal program that helps low-income households who earn less than $57,000. The service is available through April 14.
A fully virtual option through an IRS-approved website can be accessed at getyourrefund.org/nhco.
Limited contact options are available in Millvale with an appointment.
To schedule, visit bit.ly/PA211TAXES or call 1-888-856-2773.
For more information, call 412-408-3830, ext. 3218.
Scholarships available to SSA seniors
Applications are available for scholarships from the Glenshaw Century Club for Shaler Area High School seniors.
Applications are available in the guidance office or by sending an email to glenshawcenturyclubinc@gmail.com.
Applications are due by March 19.
Nonperishable items needed for food drive
Donations of nonperishable food items for the Shaler Area Backpack Initiative are accepted at Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 66 Grant Ave., from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. weekdays.
The food program provides weekend meals to more than 100 children in kindergarten through eighth grade, dishing out easy-to-prep meals and single-serving snacks to ensure nutrition isn’t missed when kids are away from the classroom.
Financial donations can be made payable to Shaler Area School District with “Backpack Initiative” in the memo line and mailed to 1800 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw, PA 15116.
Women’s Business Network meetings set
The Cranberry Chapter of the Women’s Business Network meets on the first and third Thursdays of each month at 7:30 a.m. in Cranberry United Presbyterian Church, 2662 Rochester Road, Cranberry. Guests are welcome to attend at no cost. Some meetings are held virtually. For details, call Nancy Wood at 724-316-3427.
The Criders Corners Chapter meets on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month at noon at The Sports Grille, 1294 Freedom Road, Cranberry Township. For details, call Sherri at 412-760-9601.
The All-Virtual Chapter meets on the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 7:30 p.m. For details, call Jennifer at 412-908-1663.