IN West Allegheny Fall 2019 | Page 10

WHAT’S NEWS IN WEST ALLEGHENY Alert 360 Self-Defense Saturdays, Sept. 7 & 14, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Back by popular demand! Lean practical hand-to-hand combat training that takes the ideas and uses of traditional self- defense to a new level. You’ll learn not only how to protect yourself, but also how to become connected to situational awareness and set your mindset to never be a victim. Taught by a former U.S. Army Special Forces Operator. For ages 18 & up (older teens 15 & up permitted with a parent or guardian); $25 per person for two-day class. WESTERN ALLEGHENY COMMUNITY LIBRARY PROGRAMS September is the Perfect Time to “Love Your Library”! Thanks to the Jack Buncher Foundation, every donation made to Western Allegheny Community Library throughout the month of September will be matched—up to $500 per donor! With an entire month to “Love Your Library,” there are lots of ways to get involved and double the impact of your support. For more information, visit WesternAlleghenyLibrary.org or call 724.695.8150. Fall for Your Library Saturday, Sept. 14, 6 to 10 p.m. Join Western Allegheny Community Library for our annual “Fall for Your Library” Event! FFYL is our largest fundraiser and the community’s premier wine tasting event, with nearly 300 guests from the local community and beyond enjoying special food and wine pairings, games, & auctions. FFYL will take place on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2019 at 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. at Celebrations, 8110 Steubenville Pike, Imperial, PA. Tickets are $50. Call 724.695.8150, stop by the library, or visit our website to make your reservation now! 8 724.942.0940 TO ADVERTISE ❘ Artisan Bread Made Easy Tuesday, Sept. 17, 6 to 8 p.m. Join Natural & Organic Foods store owner Richard Adams for an amazing evening where you’ll learn while you eat! Includes practice with dough preparation, scoring and finishing techniques; hands- on baking; wine and cheese to eat with your bread; dough to take home and bake yourself; 6-quart food-grade bucket and lid to keep and continue your bread baking; Richard’s own 10-flavor bread recipe with lifetime support. $75 per person. Kid’s Closet Connection Sale Thursday–Sunday, Sept. 19-22 Kid’s Closet Connection is a twice- yearly children’s consignment sale that brings area parents together to buy and sell gently used baby to teen items. Clothing, baby furniture, toys, and books are sold at a fraction of their retail prices, saving parents anywhere from 50 to 90 percent! Go early for the “Shop for a Cause” presale where donations support the library! See website for details. icmags.com Fall Family Photo Shoot Saturday, Sept. 21, 9 to 2 p.m. Michelle Dunn is back and this time she’s offering Fall Family Photo Shoots. For just $85, you’ll receive a 20-minute session with a beautiful backdrop and great props. This package includes unlimited downloads. All proceeds benefit the library! Messages from Spirit Saturday, Sept. 22, 2 to 3 p.m. Psychic Medium Jennifer Rowan has dedicated her time to providing guidance and healing to people by connecting with their departed loved ones, angels, and spirit guides. Cost: $30 per person; see details online. Something Old, Something New Consignment Sale Thursday–Sunday, Sept. 26-29 This consignment sale carries gently worn women’s and men’s department- store quality (or better) pieces that would be a welcome addition to any wardrobe. There will also be basket raffles to add to the fun! Admission of $5 to special presale on Thursday; see website for hours. Proceeds benefit Autism Caring Center and WACL.