In brief: Plum, Oakmont area events, week of May 27, 2024
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Plum’s ‘Monday Market’ begins June 3
This year’s “Monday Market” in Plum will begin June 3.
Markets will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. every Monday until Aug. 26. They will be held at Plum Creek Park, near the ballfields on New Texas Road.
Plum summer movie night
“PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie” will be showing June 8 at the Plum Borough amphitheater outside the municipal center, 2000 Mike Thomas Way.
The movie will start at dusk. Those attending are advised to bring a blanket. There will be free popcorn and pre-show activities for children.
Riverview graduation ceremony set for June 6
Riverview School District’s 2024 commencement ceremony will begin at 7 p.m. June 6 at Riverside Park.
The district has 50 students graduating this year. Outstanding Senior winners and scholarship recipients were recognized May 22 at the district’s annual Senior Honors and Athletic Awards night.
In case of inclement weather, the district will host the ceremony at the same time in Tenth Street Elementary School auditorium.
Each student was given six tickets for guests to attend the ceremony.
Oakmont updates firework ordinance
Oakmont residents with big plans for Fourth of July might want to refresh themselves on the borough’s firework ordinance.
On May 20, council members approved edits to the borough’s previous firework ordinance to match state laws. According to Pennsylvania State Police, consumers can purchase and use consumer-grade (Class C) fireworks including firecrackers, Roman candles, bottle rockets and other products that contain up to 50 milligrams of explosive materials.
Restrictions for consumer fireworks in Pennsylvania:
• They cannot be ignited or discharged on either public or private property without permission of the property owner.
• They cannot be directed at another person, building or vehicle.
• They cannot be discharged or ignited 150 feet from a building or vehicle regardless if either is owned by the user of the consumer fireworks.
• Fireworks cannot be discharged while the person is under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Oakmont prohibits feeding of wild and hired animals
The goats of Capricious LLC, a goat rental company that specializes in clearing out or managing overgrown land, are welcomed to the borough of Oakmont each summer with open arms.
The furry friends are adored by residents and have often collected an audience as they do their work along the Allegheny River bank.
The goats have garnered so much attention that the borough council decided to pass an ordinance May 20 prohibiting the feeding of both wild animals and animals used for vegetation control.
Those caught breaking that ordinance will be charged a fine.
“We’re obviously talking about people feeding the deer in the neighborhood and people’s backyards,” said borough manager Scot Fodi. “The vegetation control part is (about) the goats that we contract out for our vegetation control.”
The goats are charged with eating away the overgrown vegetation along the river bank. The bank is home to some of the goats’ favorite snacks such as knotweed, vining plants and poison ivy.
“Don’t feed those goats,” Fodi said. “It’s not a petting zoo. They’re there to do work.”
Council president Nancy Ride said that some of the goats have even jumped the fence of their enclosure after being fed to follow the residents in hopes of getting more food.
Oakmont church celebrates anniversary
St. Thomas Episcopal Church, 378 Delaware Ave., Oakmont, is celebrating its 150th anniversary June 9 with a special 10:30 a.m. service.
All are welcome.
Verona Farmers Market starts season June 6; more vendors sought
The Verona Farmers Market in Railroad Park, 737 E. Railroad Ave., officially kicks off from 2 to 7 p.m. June 6 and runs every Thursday through Nov. 21.
On June 6, there will be a free meet and greet from 4 to 6 p.m. with Ariel hosted by Enchanted Experiences. She will be available for photos and autographs.
For details, visit Verona Farmers Market on Facebook.
Organizers are looking to expand the farmers market. Local crafters and small-business owners are encouraged to participate. The cost is $25 per month or $75 for the entire season.
Vendors are not required to be there every week. For details about joining, visit veronapafarmersmarket.com/join-our-market.
Plum seeks junior councilperson
Plum, in cooperation with the Plum School District, is accepting applications until May 31 for the junior councilperson program.
The program gives an opportunity for high school juniors and seniors to engage in borough government and develop leadership skills.
The term will coincide with the school year, from September through June. Candidates should submit an application to the borough with a one-page cover letter highlighting their interest in the position.
Applicants should be a borough resident and a high school or college student. The junior councilperson will be required to attend council meetings and write a monthly report for council.
The position is not paid, and the junior councilperson will not be permitted to vote or attend executive sessions.
Rain barrel workshop slated
A rain barrel workshop will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. May 30 in the banquet hall of the Plum municipal center, 2000 Mike Thomas Way.
Water captured in rain barrels can be used for lawn care, gardens, and washing cars. They can help reduce the flow of stormwater runoff, minimizing pollutants and is a free water source for irrigation.
Participants will be provided with a barrel and hardware to assemble their own rain barrels to take home. A short demonstration will be provided to ensure barrels are ready for use.
The cost is $35. Space is limited and registrations are being taken on the borough’s website, plumboro.com.
Plum Class of ’74 reunion in works
The Plum High School Class of 1974 will celebrate its 50th reunion Sept. 13 at Veltre’s Wedding & Event Center, 324 Coxcomb Hill Road in Plum.
For more info, call 412-366-6689 or email plumalum74@gmail.com.
Group offers support for weight loss
All are welcome to join the men and women at Oakmont TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) who are learning how to lose weight.
With in-person meetings, rewards, support and encouragement, we gain knowledge of healthy eating and exercise.
You may visit with no obligation Tuesdays at 5:45 p.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1261 Pennsylvania Ave. in Oakmont. Weigh-in is private followed by a brief business meeting, sharing time, and educational program all ending by 7:15.
There is well-lit parking, wheelchair accessibility and security. For more information, call 412-828-3854 or e-mail jmjkwj@gmail.com.