WHAT’ S NEWS IN SOUTH FAYETTE
MAKING A SPLASH AT FAIRVIEW PARK!
The Fairview Park Splash Pad remains open through Labor Day— offering a fun and refreshing way to beat the heat from 10 a. m. to 9 p. m. all week. Located next to the Mayview Pavilion, the family-friendly spot features interactive water play designed for children up to age 12, but it’ s open to youth and adults of all ages.
Admission is free, and refreshments are available from a cashless concession stand( credit card, Venmo, PayPal) until 7:30 p. m. daily. While Side 2 of the pavilion is available for private rental, the splash pad is always open to the public.
A‘ CHRISTMAS AFFAIR’ AT JOHN MCMILLAN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
John McMillan Presbyterian Church will host 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. The event has been accepting applications from crafters interested in participating.
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 ever-popular Kris Kringle Kafé.
Admission is free, and all proceeds support both local and global mission efforts. Crafters who wish to apply or learn more can contact the church office at 412.833.4704 or send email to jmpc @ johnmcmillanpc. org. Space is limited.
LABOURÉ LADIES GUILD TO HOLD‘ JOY OF CHRISTMAS’ CRAFT SHOW
The Labouré Ladies Guild will hold the 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.
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 for the crafts raffle.( Note that due to fire safety requirements, strollers are not permitted.)
ST. CLAIR HEALTH AND‘ A GLIMMER OF HOPE’ LAUNCH SCALP COOLING THERAPY PROGRAM
St. Clair Health has partnered with A Glimmer of Hope Foundation to offer portable scalp cooling therapy for breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy.
This treatment, supported by a grant from the foundation and available at the St. Clair Hospital Cancer Center, helps reduce hair loss— a side effect that can deeply affect patients’ emotional wellbeing. Using Amma™ devices, the therapy cools the scalp to limit chemotherapy absorption by hair follicles, with patients experiencing up to 50 % less hair loss.
The initiative aims to enhance dignity, self-confidence and quality of life during treatment, with financial support provided through the St. Clair Health Foundation for those not covered by insurance.
TRY A FAMILY FOOD RESCUE!
Looking for a meaningful activity to do with your kids for the remainder of the summer? Sign up for a food rescue through 412 Food Rescue, Pittsburgh’ s award-winning nonprofit that connects places with surplus food to volunteers who can deliver the surplus to local nonprofits that feed people in need.
Using an easy-to-navigate app, families can choose quick, one-hour rescues that work with their schedules. It’ s a hands-on way for kids— from toddlers to teens— to learn about food waste, hunger and community impact. Bonus: older kids can earn volunteer hours or build experience for school, jobs or driving requirements.
As CEO Alyssa Cholodofsky puts it,“ It’ s never too early to show children the power they have for good.”
Since 2015, 412 Food Rescue’ s“ Heroes” have relocated more than 25 million pounds of fresh food— helping people and the planet. Learn more or sign up at 412foodrescue. org.
POINT PARK UNIVERSITY AWARDED $ 450K GRANT
Point Park University’ s School of Education has received a $ 450,000 PAsmart Advancing Grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Education to support Career and Technical Education( CTE) across the state.
The grant— one of fewer than 20 Innovation Grants awarded from nearly 200 applicants— will fund efforts to expand access to high-quality STEM education by strengthening the preparation and certification of CTE educators.
Led by Dr. Linda Hippert, the project focuses on faculty development, outreach, in-practice learning, and collaboration with regional CTE directors. The initiative aims to ensure that Pennsylvania’ s teaching workforce is ready to train students for growing careers in fields like engineering, computer science, AI, and health care.
“ This grant affirms our commitment to building a strong, innovative teaching workforce in Pennsylvania,” said Point Park University President Dr. Chris W. Brussalis.“ It’ s about giving students the skills they need to succeed in today’ s evolving job market.”
Learn more at pointpark. edu. n
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