WHAT’ S NEWS IN BETHEL PARK
BETHEL PARK NATIVE DEFENDS AMERICA FROM UNDER THE SEA
Petty Officer 2nd Class Austin Orzechowski, a native of Bethel Park, serves the U. S. Navy assigned to USS Tennessee, with a home port of Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay in Georgia.
As a submariner, Orzechowski is part of a small percentage of Navy personnel continuing a 125-year tradition of service under the sea to help ensure Americans’ safety.
Orzechowski graduated from Bethel Park High School in 2021.
The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those of his childhood.
“ I learned teamwork from a young age, and I carried that lesson with me into the Navy,” Orzechowski said.
“ My whole life has revolved around sports, so taking lessons like teamwork and dedication and bringing them to the Navy has been incredibly applicable. I’ ve also learned a lot more about myself and how to adapt to changes.”
Orzechowski joined the Navy four years ago. Today, he serves as a torpedoman’ s mate.
Article by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Mitch Meppelink, Navy Office of Community Outreach.
CELEBRATE LIGHT UP NIGHT WITH KEYNOTES
Enjoy Pittsburgh’ s Light Up Night fireworks from one of the best viewpoints in the city— LeMont restaurant on Mt. Washington!
On Saturday, Nov. 22, Keynotes will host a special evening featuring cocktails, dinner, live entertainment, raffle baskets and a lottery tree, all leading up to the Zambelli fireworks at 9:30 p. m.
Tickets are $ 100 per person, with reservations due by Nov. 14 at keynotesmusicscholarship. com.
The fundraiser supports Keynotes’ mission of awarding $ 16,000 in annual music scholarships to talented area students, with more than $ 452,000 awarded since 1970.
UPCOMING EVENTS WITH CHABAD OF THE SOUTH HILLS
CKIDS Jewish Discovery Club
Chabad of the South Hills invites children in grades K – 6 to the CKIDS Jewish Discovery Club, held Sundays from 10:30 a. m. to 12:30 p. m. The program aims to instill Jewish values through Aleph Champ Hebrew reading, holiday celebrations and hands-on learning.
It is open to all; no membership required. Learn more at chabadsh. com / JDC or contact Hindy at hindy @ chabadsh. com.
There is also a special monthly Jewish Story Hour available for ages 0 – 4.
CHECK OUT THE PHIPPS FALL FLOWER SHOW:‘ VISIONS OF JAPAN’
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens will celebrate the beauty of Japanese culture and chrysanthemums at its annual Fall Flower Show, Visions of Japan.
Visitors will enjoy colorful displays featuring a torii gate, cascading chrysanthemum pagoda, moon gate, dragon installation and more. Phipps has presented chrysanthemum shows since 1894, making it one of the nation’ s longest-running fall flower traditions. The show runs through Oct. 26.
Also new at the Garden Railroad,“ The Age of Dinosaurs” will transport guests back to the Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous periods with moving dinosaur figures, roars and prehistoric plant life. This exhibit will continue through March 8.
For details and tickets, visit phipps. conservatory. org / tickets.
A‘ CHRISTMAS AFFAIR’ AT JOHN MCMILLAN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
John McMillan Presbyterian Church is hosting its annual Christmas Affair craft show on Saturday, Nov. 8, from 9 a. m. to 2 p. m. at 875 Clifton Road in Bethel Park.
Each year, the Christmas Affair draws around 50 talented crafters, offering a wide variety of handmade goods and holiday treasures. Highlights of the event include the festive gingerbread house, an exciting chance auction, and the everpopular Kris Kringle Kafé.
Admission is free, and all proceeds support both local and global mission efforts. If you have questions, contact the church office at 412.833.4704 or email jmpc @ johnmcmillanpc. org.
LABOURÉ LADIES GUILD TO HOLD ANNUAL‘ JOY OF CHRISTMAS’ CRAFT SHOW
The Labouré Ladies Guild will hold its annual Joy of Christmas craft show on Saturday, Nov. 22, from 9 a. m. to 3:30 p. m. at St. Louise de Marillac School and LeGras Parish Center, located at 320 McMurray Road in Upper St. Clair.
Note that due to fire safety regulations, strollers are not permitted.
There will be more than 100 artists and crafters, a bake sale, crafts raffle and a 50 / 50 raffle. The $ 2 admission includes a complimentary ticket to the crafts raffle. ■
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