WHAT’ S NEWS IN FOX CHAPEL AREA
dome and prominent profile along Route 28 will hold new meaning for attendees once they learn more about the worthy cause behind the glamour.
The public is welcome to attend this free AAUW-sponsored presentation.
AAUW advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, philanthropy, education and research. For more information, contact Lindsay Bond Totten, Publicity Coordinator, Fox Chapel Area Affiliate, AAUW, at lbtotten @ comcast. net.
BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES THE PREFERRED REALTY FOX CHAPEL HOLIDAY PHOTO SHOOT
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Preferred Realty – Fox Chapel Office recently held its annual Holiday Photo Shoot, where clients and members of the community could come to have free holiday photos taken by a professional photographer, complete with a backdrop and props. The event was hugely successful, with families and adorable children dressed in festive clothing lined up to take advantage of the free photos. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Preferred Realty appreciates its business and is proud to give back to the community.
AAUW JANUARY PRESENTATION
The Fox Chapel Area Affiliate of the American Association of University Women( AAUW) presents:
WHAT DO THE SHRINERS DO( WHEN THEY’ RE NOT DRIVING LITTLE CARS)? Date: Tuesday, Jan. 9, 9:30 a. m. coffee;
10 a. m. meeting and program
Location: Fox Chapel Presbyterian Church( corner of Fox Chapel and Field Club roads)
Speakers: Terry and Cathy Steinhauser
The Syria Shriners dazzle audiences with their colorful little cars and glittery hats, a highlight of parades across the country. But, it’ s fun with a serious purpose. Money raised by the precision drivers— and likewise the circus performances, musical pageants and caravans— all goes to support Shriners Hospitals for Children and Wounded Warriors. There are 16 Shriners free-care hospitals in the U. S.; those closest to Pittsburgh are located in Erie, Cincinnati and Philadelphia.
Terry and Cathy Steinhauser will kick-off their presentation with a short video, then describe in greater detail the purpose of the Syria Shrine and the important work and research of the hospitals. Terry is the First Ceremonial Master of the Pittsburgh-area Syria Shrine, headquartered in Harmarville. Cathy is active in the ladies auxiliary branch of the organization.
The Steinhausers will also explain how someone becomes a Shriner, joining the ranks of the 5,000 + members of the Pittsburgh-area lodge. The Syria Mosque, with its distinctive red onion-shaped
NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED DESIGN FIRM, JOE MINEO CREATIVE, OPENS PITTSBURGH OFFICE
Joe Mineo Creative, a nationally recognized event design company headquartered in Canfield, Ohio, has opened an office in Aspinwall.
From this local studio, Joe Mineo Creative will design and produce events ranging from corporate affairs to nonprofit galas to personal celebrations, including weddings, birthdays and Mitzvahs.
“ The demand for our services from Pittsburgh and cities east really made it necessary for us to have a studio here,” Joe Mineo explains.“ We’ re proud of the Pittsburgh clients we serve, and we are eager to develop an even larger Pittsburgh presence as people experience the events we design.”
After studying theater at New York University, Mineo re-wrote his script when he landed a job at a floral shop. One year later, he owned a floral company that evolved to become Something New Floral and Events. In mid-2015, he introduced Joe Mineo Creative.
Mineo and his team create and implement with respect to clients’ budgets and timelines, while always providing exceptional design. Services include event concept development, decor design, masterful floral design, custom props and furniture, scripting
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