FALL 2010 Neighbors helping neighbors Meet the

FALL 2010
Published Quarterly
Vol. 12 No. 4
Neighbors helping neighbors
by Maria Villiotti
ast year’s winter storms left some residents stranded inside their homes. Elderly
residents and those with health conditions were simply not physically able to
compete with the heavy snowfall that captured their walkways. While this was a
serious safety concern for them, it was also an issue for their neighboring residents,
postal carriers, etc., who attempted to navigate their snow-covered walkways.
Last winter’s snow storm was an unusual record, leaving residents with hours of
daily shoveling in February. Even a moderate snowfall can be dangerous for residents
with health conditions attempting to shovel, and residents attempting to walk on
untreated walkways.
For the safety of all residents, the borough is attempting to gather information
from local organizations and groups who may be willing to volunteer their time to
shovel walkways for those in need during the winter months.
If your church group, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, or other organization or group
has able-bodied people and resources to commit to such a project and would like to
help other residents this winter, please contact the borough at 412-351-7330 now to
leave your contact information so that a list can be created and confirmed.
One of our strongest strengths is a sense of community, and the borough thanks
you for coming together to assist with this project.
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What’s inside…
The Borough welcomes new
council members.................................. 2-3
Forest Hills community rallying
behind Gateway Project............................ 4
Computer and electronic collection
day—divert e-waste from your
local landfill.............................................. 5
Community News...................................... 6-7
Municipal News Forest Hills
Volunteer Fire Co. No.1 and
Relief Organization.............................. 8-10
Forest Hills Police have found
skimming devices on local ATM
machines................................................ 11
Fall safety tips............................................ 11
The Borough Bulletin Board....................... 12
Tax Time..................................................... 12
Keeping current with the
‘Times’ Borough Directory....................... 13
School news......................................... 14-15
Rotary news............................................... 16
Chili cook-off wrap-up............................... 17
C.C. Mellor Memorial Library................ 18-19
And now for the older adults...................... 19
Community Day Wrap-up...................... 20-21
Fall & winter recreation programs......... 22-23
Meet the mayor—Marty B. O’Malley
by Maria Villiotti
n active voter his whole life, then council member for
four and half years, the transition to mayor in January
2010 was a natural seat for Marty B. O’Malley to take.
Growing up in Greenfield in an Irish Catholic family,
the “progressive democrat,” moved to Forest Hills in 1974.
O’Malley and his late wife raised four children in the community he still calls home, and is energized to improve.
He led a career in sales and marketing industrial products
for 35 years, then as a natural gas broker for 10 years before becoming semi-retired,
then retired.
With so many good things in Forest Hills, O’Malley is hoping to find ways to
renew and regenerate more interest in young families moving here because even
though today’s economy is struggling, this community still maintains so much
potential. One of O’Malley’s favorite aspects of the community is the Forest Hills
Pool.
“The swimming pool gave our kids a social life in the summer time. We started
our kids at St. Maurice. (The pool) was an opportunity for them to socialize with
others from other schools in the community. That’s the great thing about the pool.
And, the swim team helped them to bond. They have friends from then that they
still hang out with,” he adds.
One of the areas O’Malley hopes to help improve during his time as mayor is
“political awareness among the 20 and 30 year-olds.” He says he encourages them
to get involved in decision-making and on advisory committees.
He adds, “A lot of important decisions are made and young people have different perspectives. I encourage their interest. I invite them to e-mail me and I’ll
talk with them about getting started. Most elected officials start off at the local
level. I want them to know their involvement is welcomed and encouraged, and
they can feel comfortable.”
You can contact Mayor O’Malley at martybomalley@yahoo.com.
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The Borough welcomes new council members
Devon Wood, William Burleigh
and Markus Erbeldinger
by Maria Villiotti
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evon Wood, a resident of seven years, was sworn into
council this winter at a public meeting. “I see true
potential to ‘put Forest Hills on the map’ as far as letting
Pittsburghers know what a wonderful community we have
here. We could not ask for better neighbors—the type of folks
that leave fresh tomatoes from their gardens on your porch,
chat about making homemade bread, or stop by to let your
child pet their dog. We have meaningful relationships with
our neighbors and know we are in a true community that works cooperatively,”
says Wood.
Wood focused her 2009 campaign on four areas that drive the work of her
position on council:
1. Continue to have a friendly, safe and affordable neighborhood.
2. Continue to improve and develop a vibrant business district.
3. Create an environmentally sustainable community.
4. Develop strong community partnerships with the surrounding boroughs.
Wood received her bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family
Studies from Penn State. She has more than 10 years of professional experience
in the social work field, specifically Mental Health and Drug/Alcohol Addiction.
Wood has also worked with non-profits in development and grant writing.
She resides with her husband, Ian Winter, daughter, Maya Winter, age 6, and
son Nathaniel Winter, age 2. When asked what she enjoys most about Forest
Hills, Wood replied, “Our terrific house and tree lined street brought us to Forest
Hills, but it is the sense of community that I cherish most. The council president
‘clued me in’ to the Forest Hills ‘wave,’ which is just a raise of the hand when
you’re driving by one of your neighbors. I didn’t realize I had been doing this
for several years now. But, ‘the wave’ is a true sign that Forest Hills is a friendly,
welcoming place to be.”
“Nearly all men can stand
adversity, but if you want to
test a man’s character,
give him power.”
Abraham Lincoln
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illiam I. Burleigh joined council in January of
2010 to help with improving the borough of Forest Hills, he says. Burleigh adds he hopes to: “improve
Forest Hills through development of roads, highways
and walkways; family entertainment programs; senior
citizens programs; public safety; additional businesses;
and code enforcement.”
For 26 years, Burleigh has been the CEO/president of
Data Consulting Solutions, Inc., an IT consulting firm. Burleigh is a member
of the Northside Rotary and the Allegheny County Democratic Committee for
Forest Hills.
He received his B.S. in Education at St. Paul’s College in Lawrenceville, VA
(1966-1969). He has also taught school for three years, was a marketing representative for IBM for eight years, and was a Xerox Regional Manager for four years.
Burleigh has also competed in body building for eight years and is an artist. His work includes drawings and sculptures and he owns International Art
Concepts, an artifacts company.
A resident of Forest Hills for two years, Burleigh has three children, 12 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
When asked what he enjoys most about Forest Hills, Burleigh says, “So green
with hills and trees, it reminds me of Waynesboro, VA, my home in the Blue
Ridge Mountains.”
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arkus Erbeldinger was always active in local politics
in Germany, where he grew up. He recently received
his U.S. citizenship, allowing him to run for council, and
joined in November 2009.
“I would like to improve on the services Forest Hills
has to offer while maintaining fiscal responsibility,” adds
Erbeldinger.
A resident of Forest Hills since 2001, he is the senior
research engineer at ICx Technologies. Erbeldinger received his Ph.D. in Biotechnology from the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow, Scotland, and MS
in Mechanical Engineering from the Technical University Darmstadt in Darmstadt, Germany. He also learned how to fly a glider airplane while at engineering
school.
Erbeldinger enjoys his neighborhood and the Forest Hills Pool. He resides
with his wife, Sara and children; Sasha, age 7, and Lukas, age 3.
The Arborist Corner
by Ted Gilbert
borough arborist
This time “the corner” will take you
back to the good ‘ole days—i.e.,
when I was young. A young couple
walking in the woods came across
a thin bark tree such as a Beech or
Tulip Poplar. To show their affection
for each other, they would carve
their initials side-by-side in the bark
of the tree.
Years later, the couple wanted
to try and find that tree. However,
they decided not to do it because
the tree would have grown and the
initials would be 30’ high in the tree.
But that’s not so; if the initials were
cut at 5’ above ground level, then
they would still be at 5’ today. Tree
height is the result of terminal (end)
growth of twigs and branches in
the crown. Trunk growth is lateral,
adding to the girth of the trunk but
very little to the height of the tree.
The outward growth of the trunk
may distort or possibly cover over
(heal growth) the initials, but the
evidence should still be there. So
no matter how long it’s been,
if you want to find that romantic carving; give it a try.
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Forest Hills community rallying
behind Gateway Project
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By Jane Freund and Jeanne Premozic
he Gateway Project of Bryn Mawr Farms Organization is gaining momentum,
with more than $15,000 in grants, borough funding and private donations
received in the past year.
In addition to $7,000 in state grants obtained through the assistance of State
Senator Jay Costa, Jr. Forest Hills council approved $5,000 in matching funds to
the project from the 2007 bond issue, which funds long-term improvements in
the borough.
We are nearing our target amount of $18,000 to complete Phase I, a series of
custom-built planter boxes that will cover a cement block retaining wall along
Sherwood Road near Bright Park. The boxes will be planted with seasonal flowers
and plants, and the words BRYN MAWR FARMS will be spelled out in mosaic
letters. Phases II and III will add a community bulletin board and a gazebo seating area along Fall Run Creek.
We have received an overwhelmingly positive response from the Forest Hills
community at large, and we are gratified by the generosity of local businesses and
residents whose contributions, large and small, are moving this project towards
fruition.
In the Best Friend Forever (BFF) category, for those donating $250 or more,
participants are: AquaGuard Systems; Patrick T. Lanigan Funeral Home; Dr.
Nandita Pearce, Orthodontist; and Forest Hills Rotary. AquaGuard has adopted
us as their community project of the year, with a donation of both cash and
volunteer hours.
Our Best Friends (BFs), with donations of $100 plus, are: Cathy Addessi,
RE/MAX Heritage; Bell Supply; Suzanne Holbach, Consolidated Clinical Trials;
Richard Dodaro Plumbing; Evashavik, DiLucente & Tetlow, LLC; Handelsman
Family Practice; Hunan’s Palace; Ed and Linda Hyde; Kim and Sean McDonald;
Medical & Surgical Eye Associates; and John Varosek. All of our BFFs and BFs
will receive a custom made ceramic tile installed at the site.
There have been many generous in-kind donations from the business community, including: ArtistaGraphics, C.C. Mellor Library, Fitness Factory, Forest
Hills Coffee Company, The Frame Outlet, Heaven’s Scent Pastries, Pizza Hut,
Subway, Simple Gourmet, Sherwin Williams and Veltre’s Pizza.
And a special thanks to Juniper Village at Forest Hills for hosting our April
24 breakfast fundraiser, where more than 100 neighbors enjoyed each other’s
company and a gourmet pancake feast. Community Relations Director Bonnie
Prisk, Executive Director Janet Wangler and Director of Dietary Services Jason
Montedoro helped us put together a fabulous event that raised close to $1,000.
And finally, congratulations to Rick Boyle, winner of the historic Bryn Mawr Farms poster that was raffled off at this year’s
Community Day.
If you have not yet volunteered or made your contribution to
the Gateway Project, please go to www.brynmawrfarms.org—and
become a Friend of Bryn Mawr Farms on Facebook.
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Computer and electronic collection day—
divert e-waste from your local landfill
ring your unwanted computers, monitors, printers, fax machines, cell phones,
digital cameras, chargers, adapters, microwaves, televisions, stereo systems,
VCRs and any hard-to-recycle electronic waste to the Forest Hills/Westinghouse
Lodge Parking Lot between Greensburg Pike and Barclay Avenue at Perry Street
on Saturday, September 25, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Goodwill of Southwestern PA is the non-profit of choice for safe, easy and free
recycling of computers and electronics. All data hard-drives are data destroyed to
Department of Defense standards. By donating your unwanted computers, you
are helping Goodwill provide employment to those who refurbish and salvage
them. Goodwill also offers expert services to help people overcome physical,
mental, educational, social and economic barriers that stand between them and
having a meaningful job.
DID YOU KNOW the borough continues its green
tradition by initiating single-stream recycling?
The following items may be co-mingled in the recycling container:
• Cans (tin, aluminum and bi-metal) • Newsprint (tied with string or put
into paper bags—please place on top
• Glass bottles and jars (clear and
of or next to your recycling bin)
colored)
• Corrugated cardboard (collected
• Plastics #1 to #5
at the borough building as long as
• Paperboard (cereal boxes, etc.)
demand is high)
Recycling Do’s and Don’ts
✔ DO rinse out all cans, jars and plastic containers—take off lids and caps and
throw them away. You do not have to remove the labels.
✔ DON’T recycle bags (many grocery stores have collection bins for these),
cups, foil or Styrofoam.
✔ DON’T put recyclables in plastic bags. Keep them loose.
✔ Recyclables must be placed in the recyclable containers and not in bags.
A complete listing of recycling resources for motor oils, computers, tires
and numerous other items is available in the borough office or on the Allegheny
County website—Recycling Resource Directory. Recycling containers are available for purchase at the borough building for $15.
For more information, call the borough office or see Chapter 20 in the Borough
Code of Ordinances which is available at: www.foresthillspa.org; clicking on the
“Information for Residents” tab then “Codes, Ordinances and Forms.” You will
see “Chapter 20, Solid Waste and Recycling,” near the bottom of the page. The
Code of Ordinances is also available in the borough office to view.
Every lid matters in the fight against breast cancer!
Lids will be collected at the Forest Hills Borough Municipal Office
through December 15. Look for the pink lids beginning in September
and bring them in to the borough office or send in with your sewage
and refuse payments. (Please be sure to wash and dry your lids).
Yoplait will donate 10 cents to the local chapter of Susan G. Komen
Breast Cancer Foundation or its affiliates for each pink lid collected and sent in by
Forest Hills Borough. Thank you for your support.
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Community News
The summer goes by so quickly but with
the additions made by The Late Bloomers
Garden Club on the Ardmore medians there
will be plenty of color and foliage throughout
the fall months. This year perennials were
added to the plots by Drew’s and the entrances at Edgewood Acres and Bryn Mawr
Farms. So there is still time to take a drive
around the neighborhood and enjoy the results of months of hard work. When the club
worked the plots over the summer many of
the residents stopped and thanked them for
their labor, and the Late Bloomers appreciate
every compliment they’ve ever received.
The Late Bloomers, approaching their
th
11 year anniversary, is a ‘hands-on’ organization that prides itself on hard-working
members. From its inception, the goals of
The Late Bloomers have been community
action and the beautification of the Forest
Hills Borough. Only 15 members strong,
they try to give back to the community
as frequently as possible. There are many
organizations and special groups that
continue to ask for their assistance with
projects, however, because of the size of
the membership they cannot accept many
requests. New members who are interested
in lending a hand with the planting and the
operation of the Farmers’ Market are always
welcome.
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Take a look at your personal commitment to the community and see if The Late
Bloomers Garden Club fits your schedule.
At their monthly meetings there is always
active conversation along with some shared
ideas on planting. Their meetings also offer an opportunity to ‘catch up’ with other
activities happening in the borough.
The meetings are held the second
Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the
home of one of the members. Please contact Jerianne Benish at 412-999-3525 or
Linda Leasure-Maddox at 412-241-9077
for the location of the next meeting. Come
on and join the fun!
The eighth season of The Forest Hills
Farmers’ Market is coming to a close.
However, you still have until the last Friday
in October to stop down and pick up some
great produce, bread, and salsa or specialty
products before the vendors leave us until
next June. Don’t forget your pumpkins for
Halloween!
The market will close on October 29 but
until that date remember to join us from 4
to 7 p.m. at the Forest Hills’ Presbyterian
Church parking lot.
The Late Bloomers Garden Club, who
created and operates the market, has
enjoyed a great season with the vendors
and the Forest Hills community. Thanks to
everyone who has helped make this a successful year. We will be back for our ninth
year in June of 2011.
Don’t forget—Friday nights, from June
through October, the place to be is The
Forest Hills Farmers’ Market!
It’s small. It’s spiritual. It’s musical. It’s
meditative. It’s for Christians of all faith traditions. It’s the Taize Prayer Service, offered
at 7 p.m. on the first Friday of the month
at Hope Lutheran Church of Forest Hills.
Light refreshments and casual conversation
follows each service. Upcoming dates for
first Friday Taize at Hope are September 10,
October 1, November 5 and December 3.
On September 18, Hope is planning
a flea market with lots of great items for
sale. We welcome the community. Also,
this October, Hope will once again celebrate
the Blessing of the Pets in remembrance of
St. Francis of Assisi’s love for all creatures.
Join us on Sunday, October 3, at 4 p.m. for
the pet blessing.
Hope Lutheran Church of Forest Hills
will hold mid-week services on Wednesdays
in Advent—December 1, 8, 15 and 22. A
light meal will be served at 6 p.m. followed
by the beautiful Holden Evening Prayer
Vespers Service at 7 p.m. A candlelight ser-
vice will be held on Christmas Eve, Friday,
December 24, at 9 p.m.
Visitors are always welcome at Hope’s
weekly worship service on Sundays at 9:30
a.m. The Rev. Susan C. Schwartz is pastor
of Hope, which is located at 353 Ridge
Avenue at the corner of Ridge and Braddock Roads in Forest Hills. Contact Hope
at 412-242-4476 or Hopeforesthills@aol.
com. For more information about Hope
Lutheran Church, check out their website:
www.HopeForestHills.com.
2010-2011 school years, the students want
to do projects around the Forest Hills community and give back their time and energy
as a way to say thank you for everything
Forest Hills has done for Christ Lutheran. If
you have any kid-friendly projects, please
call the school at 412-271-7173, and the
staff and students will see what they can
do for you. When you call, please ask for
Ellen Linhart, the school principal. Christ
Lutheran is very grateful to be in such a
wonderful community.
at noon with musical entertainment by the
Clover Belles and Beaus.
For more information on these programs, call 412-244-9901.
Forest Hills Presbyterian Church located
at 1840 Ardmore Boulevard in Forest Hills
welcomes you! Sunday worship is at 10:30
a.m. and Sunday School for all ages starts
at 9:15 a.m. Mondays—Joyful Twirlers.
Wednesdays—Youth groups for junior high
and high school students; small groups at
home and church; and new men’s group
starting in the fall. Thursdays—Choir and
Praise team—voices and instrumentalists
welcome. For more information, call 412241-1647 or send an e-mail to foresthillspc@gmail.com
Juniper Village Assisted Living and
Wellspring Memory Care located on Fall
Run Road in Forest Hills are holding a few
programs in the fall and are sending out an
invitation to join them. On September 12
starting at noon, there will be a Grandparents are Grand Program, and that means
that grandparents of all ages are invited to
celebrate their special day with a free lunch
and entertainment compliments of Juniper
Village. Join them as local singer/entertainer Nick Fiasco, the New Voice of Class,
Romance and Swing, performs a musical
tribute to some of his favorite male singers
from the 50s and 60s. The event is free to
all grandparents and only $5 for guests,
with all proceeds going to the Western PA
Chapter of the Twilight Wish Foundation.
Lunch will be served at noon with the show
starting at 12:30 p.m.
Juniper Village is celebrating National
Assisted Living Week with a Community
Open House. Families, friends and visitors
are invited to stop by September 13 to
15. Join them for pie and coffee anytime
between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tour their
beautiful senior living, assisted living and
memory impairment care community.
Show your friends how much you cherish their friendship throughout the years;
invite them to a Bring a Friend to Lunch Day.
For this event, residents are encouraged to
invite a few of their closest friends to join
them for a free lunch which will be served
Keep the ideas
coming!
Christ Lutheran School had a fantastic
year of giving to needy people around the
world. Each month the children brought
in items or money to help out different
organizations in different countries. They
collected money for a local family whose
house was destroyed by a fire, brought
in can goods for the McKeesport soup
kitchen (called Sunshine Kitchen) and
brought in items for American soldiers
serving over seas. They also raised money
to help make French Bibles for Haiti, make
a water filtration system for a town in China
and translation Bibles in Australia. Since
there were two major earthquakes, the
children also wanted to help both Haiti and
Chili by bringing in items that would aid the
people during their time of need. Christ Lutheran teaches its students to give to others and help give to the needy. During the
Boy Scout Troop 90 meets Tuesdays at
7:30 p.m. at the Forest Hills Presbyterian
Church (FHPC). It is open to all boys ages
11-18. Cub Scout Pack 90 meets Thursdays
at 7 p.m. at FHCP. It is open to all boys ages
6-11. For more information, contact Beth
Brucker at bruckerfamily@verizon.net.
The borough is asking residents for
their ideas and suggestions to improve
and enhance the recreation programs
we offer, along with any additional
ideas on the beautification of our parks,
pool and fields. The borough wants to
continue to offer all the amenities that
are afforded to the residents, and your
help is always welcome. Call Councilman Steve Karas at 412-351-7330
x245 or Marketing Director Cindy
Simm, at 412-351-7330 x220, and
together we will continue to improve
and maintain the beauty of the Forest
Hills Borough.
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Municipal News
Officer Brian Armstrong receives a traffic
enforcement award from James Marsh on June
14 for his exemplary performance enforcing
aggressive driving throughout the Borough
of Forest Hills. Marsh is the law enforcement
liaison for this district’s aggressive driving
and buckle up programs conducted through
PennDot.
Forest Hills Volunteer Fire Co. No.1 and Relief Organization
by Rick Colella
he Forest Hills Volunteer Fire Department has had a very busy first half of the year with
about 168 calls for assistance. They were busy with the snow storms in February as well
as the spring rains. If you haven’t done so yet, there is still time to contribute to their 2010
Fund Drive that was sent out in the spring. These funds are used to buy needed equipment
to properly outfit the firefighters safely, and for equipment to better assist the residents.
They also received new masks to help administer oxygen to pets at emergency scenes.
These were donated by a borough resident and have already been used at two incidents to
help pets after fires. If anyone is interested in sponsoring the fire department with another
set of this vital equipment, please contact the fire station for information on this program.
Please remember to have working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in all levels
of your residence; these should be checked at least monthly. Also, with the fall time change
it is time to change your batteries. If your detector is more than 10 years old, it needs to be
replaced, as standard smoke detectors have a life span of 10 years.
They hope everyone had a great summer, but it’s time to start thinking of getting prepared
for the winter season.
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Before winter storms and extreme cold hit
Add the following supplies to your disaster supplies kit:
✔Rock salt to melt ice on walkways
✔Sand to improve traction
✔Snow shovels and other snow removal
equipment
Prepare your home and family
• Prepare for possible isolation in your home
by having sufficient heating fuel; regular fuel
sources may be cut off. For example, store
a good supply of dry, seasoned wood for
your fireplace or wood-burning stove.
• Winterize your home to extend the life of
your fuel supply by insulating walls and
attics, caulking and weather-stripping doors
and windows, and installing storm windows
or covering windows with plastic.
• Winterize your house, garage, shed or any
other structure that may provide shelter
for your family, neighbors. Clear rain
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gutters; repair roof leaks and cut away
tree branches that could fall on a house
or other structure during a storm.
• Insulate pipes with insulation or newspapers and plastic and allow faucets to
drip a little during cold weather to avoid
freezing.
• Keep fire extinguishers on hand, and make
sure everyone in your house knows how to
use them. House fires pose an additional
risk, as more people turn to alternate heating sources without taking the necessary
safety precautions.
• Learn how to shut off water valves (in case
a pipe bursts).
• Know ahead of time what you should do to
help elderly or disabled friends, neighbors
or employees.
• Hire a contractor to check the structural
ability of the roof to sustain unusually
heavy weight from the accumulation of
snow—or water, if drains on flat roofs do
not work.
Prepare your car
• Check or have a mechanic check the following items on your car:
- Antifreeze levels—ensure they are sufficient to avoid freezing.
- Battery and ignition system—should be
in top condition and battery terminals
should be clean.
-Brakes—check for wear and fluid
levels.
- Exhaust system—check for leaks and
crimped pipes and repair or replace as
necessary. Carbon monoxide is deadly
and usually gives no warning.
- Fuel and air filters—replace and keep
water out of the system by using additives
and maintaining a full tank of gas.
- Heater and defroster—ensure they work
properly.
- Lights and flashing hazard lights—check
for serviceability.
- Oil—check for level and weight. Heavier
oils congeal more at low temperatures
and do not lubricate as well.
- Thermostat—ensure it works properly.
- Windshield wiper equipment—repair
any problems and maintain proper
washer fluid level.
• Install good winter tires. Make sure the
tires have adequate tread. All-weather
radials are usually adequate for most
winter conditions. However, some jurisdictions require that to drive on their roads,
vehicles must be equipped with chains or
snow tires with studs.
• Maintain at least a half tank of gas during
the winter season.
• Place a winter emergency kit in each car
that includes:
- a shovel
- windshield scraper and small broom
- flashlight
- battery powered radio
- extra batteries
- water
- snack food
- matches
- extra hats, socks and mittens
- First aid kit with pocket knife
- Necessary medications
- blanket(s)
- tow chain or rope
- road salt and sand
- booster cables
- emergency flares
- fluorescent distress flag
Dress for the Weather
• Wear several layers of loose fitting, lightweight, warm clothing rather than one
layer of heavy clothing. The outer garments should be tightly woven and water
repellent.
• Wear mittens, which are warmer than
gloves.
• Wear a hat.
• Cover your mouth with a scarf to protect
your lungs.
During a Winter Storm
Guidelines
• Listen to your radio, television, or NOAA
Weather Radio for weather reports and
emergency information.
• Eat regularly and drink ample fluids, but
avoid caffeine and alcohol.
• Conserve fuel, if necessary, by keeping
your residence cooler than normal. Temporarily close off heat to some rooms.
• If the pipes freeze, remove any insulation
or layers of newspapers and wrap pipes
in rags. Completely open all faucets and
pour hot water over the pipes, starting
where they were most exposed to the
cold (or where the cold was most likely
to penetrate).
• Maintain ventilation when using kerosene
heaters to avoid build-up of toxic fumes.
Refuel kerosene heaters outside and keep
them at least three feet from flammable
objects.
If you are outdoors
• Avoid overexertion when shoveling snow.
Overexertion can bring on a heart attack—
a major cause of death in the winter. If you
must shovel snow, stretch before going
outside.
• Cover your mouth. Protect your lungs
from extremely cold air by covering your
mouth when outdoors. Try not to speak
unless absolutely necessary.
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• Keep dry. Change wet clothing frequently
to prevent a loss of body heat. Wet clothing loses all of its insulating value and
transmits heat rapidly.
• Watch for signs of frostbite. These include loss of feeling and white or pale
appearance in extremities such as fingers,
toes, ear lobes, and the tip of the nose. If
symptoms are detected, get medical help
immediately.
• Watch for signs of hypothermia. These include uncontrollable shivering, memory loss,
disorientation, incoherence, slurred speech,
drowsiness, and apparent exhaustion.
• If symptoms of hypothermia are detected:
- get the victim to a warm location
- remove wet clothing
- put the person in dry clothing and wrap
their entire body in a blanket
- warm the center of the body first
- give warm, non-alcoholic or noncaffeinated beverages if the victim is
conscious
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If you are driving
• Drive only if it is absolutely necessary. If
you must drive, consider the following:
- Travel in the day, don’t travel alone, and
keep others informed of your schedule.
- Stay on main roads; avoid back road
shortcuts.
If a blizzard traps you in the car:
• Pull off the highway. Turn on hazard
lights and hang a distress flag from the
radio antenna or window.
• Remain in your vehicle where rescuers
are most likely to find you. Do not set
out on foot unless you can see a building close by where you know you can
take shelter. Be careful; distances are
distorted by blowing snow. A building
may seem close, but be too far to walk
to in deep snow.
• Run the engine and heater about 10
minutes each hour to keep warm. When
the engine is running, open a downwind
window slightly for ventilation and periodically clear snow from the exhaust
pipe. This will protect you from possible
carbon monoxide poisoning.
• Exercise to maintain body heat, but avoid
overexertion. In extreme cold, use road
maps, seat covers, and floor mats for
insulation. Huddle with passengers and
use your coat for a blanket.
• Take turns sleeping. One person should
be awake at all times to look for rescue
crews.
• Drink fluids to avoid dehydration.
• Be careful not to waste battery power.
Balance electrical energy needs—the
use of lights, heat, and radio—with
supply.
• Turn on the inside light at night so work
crews or rescuers can see you.
• If stranded in a remote area, stomp large
block letters in an open area spelling out
HELP or SOS and line with rocks or tree
limbs to attract the attention of rescue
personnel who may be surveying the
area by airplane.
• Leave the car and proceed on foot—if
necessary—once the blizzard passes.
Forest Hills Police have found skimming devices
on local ATM machines
by Brennen Flaherty, Member of NCRC
W
hat is Skimming? Skimming is a technique used by criminals to gain access to your
finances. On ATM machines, this usually involves the placement of a device over the
slot you normally put your ATM or credit card in. The device (known as a skimmer) is made
to blend in and look normal to unobservant users. It takes the information from your card and
will either store it electronically or wirelessly transmit the information to thieves nearby.
As the skimmer reads the information from your card it will then feed the card into the
ATM machine and the transaction will appear to go normally, making users completely
unaware that they have just been scammed. More advanced skimming scams can also use
devices placed over the ATM keypad or small video cameras placed on or near the machine
to capture the users PIN number. If they have your card information and PIN number, they
can then make a copy of your card from the comfort of their home and then walk to any
ATM machine and withdrawal money from your account.
Some things to keep in mind when using your ATM and credit cards:
• These devices can easily be attached to and quickly removed from any ATM machines
so don’t assume it’s ok to use because you have used a machine before or because it is
located at a respected institution like a bank.
• Check the area around where you input your ATM card to make sure it doesn’t look tampered with and that you can’t easily remove any device that may be on top of the actual
ATM card reader and key pad.
• Check your bank/monthly statements. Criminals will often try small transactions to make
sure their scam is working before they make a larger withdrawal so be sure to check even
the small amounts on your statement.
• If you suspect a device is attached to an ATM machine you were going to use notify the
authorities. In Forest Hills this means calling 911.
• If you think you have been the victim of a skimming scam, be sure to notify the authorities
and bank or credit card company that issued your card. Have them issue you a new card
with new pin number(s).
Although this article focused primarily on ATM skimming devices, card information can
potentially be skimmed any time you are using your ATM or credit card. Thieves can use
hand-held devices or simply write down your card information for latter use. So, be vigilant
and watch what people are doing with your card if you give it to them.
Fall safety tips
by Police Chief Chuck Williams It’s hard to believe that summer is over and the cooler autumn winds will soon be blowing the leaves from the trees. The longer sunlight days of summer are now changing to
shortened days of fall. Here are just a few timely tips for the fall season.
• Wet leaves on the roadway are slippery. • Pedestrians have the right of way when
in a crosswalk. (Some of the crosswalks
• Parking your vehicle on a pile of leaves
may be covered by leaves and hard to
may cause a fire underneath your verecognize).
hicle.
• School buses will be back on the • This is also a good time to install motion-sensor lights, as you may be leavroads and stopping often to pick up
ing for work or school in the darkness of
children.
the early morning hours and returning
• Children will be out early in the morning
home in the darkness of evening.
and this time of year it will still be dark
as they walk or are waiting for their • Leaving an interior light on a timer is
also a good idea.
buses.
Fall is a beautiful time of year, lets all enjoy it safely.
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The Borough Bulletin Board
Code Enforcement in Force
Trash collection—Storage containers and other properly-wrapped or contained
materials for collection may be placed at curbside no earlier than 6 p.m., prevailing
time, on the day prior to the designated collection day, and must be removed from
curbside to the usual storage place no later than 6 p.m., prevailing time, on the day
of collection.
Annual Leaf Collection
The Public Works Department will start their annual leaf collection at the beginning
of October and finish up at the beginning of December.
Tax Time
All unpaid 2010 Forest Hills Borough Real Estate Taxes are now due at the penalty amount
as indicated on the tax bill, and can be paid to the tax collector until December 17.
All unpaid 2010 Woodland Hills School District Real Estate Taxes are due at the
face amount by October 31. However, if you have chosen to pay your school taxes in
three equal installment payments, and have paid the first installment by the August
31 due date, then the second installment is due by November 30. Detailed installment
payment instructions and due dates are included with the original school real estate
tax statement.
For questions regarding real estate taxes, please call Janet Sullivan, Tax Collector,
at 412-351-7348.
Come Grow With Us
National Fire Prevention Week 2010 Kick-Off
Join the Forest Hills Volunteer Fire Department
and the Borough of Forest Hills Elected Officials
on Sunday, October 3 – 2 p.m.
Forest Hills Borough Fire Hall—2071 Ardmore Boulevard
2001 Ardmore Blvd.
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
Call 412-351-5403 to schedule your tour.
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Keeping current with the ‘Times’
Borough Directory
Borough Office
Borough office hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. to noon
Phone: 412-351-7330 • Fax: 412-351-7337
2071 Ardmore Blvd., Pgh, PA 15221
Real estate Tax Office
Tuesday and Thursday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Extended hours during April and August
Telephone: 412-351-7348
Borough Personnel
(Dial 412-351-7330 and then extension)
Borough Manager: Steve Morus dial 0
Alcosan, refuse and late fees:
Siobhan Nicklow x202
Treasurer: Barbara Livingstone x201
Admin. Assistant: Sharon O’Toole x200
Arborist: Ted Gilbert x205
Building Inspector and Zoning Officer:
Bill McChesney x204
Code Enforcement Officer: Ron Willard x211
Public Works Foreman: Jim Theilacker x207
Marketing and Events Director:
Cindy M. Simm x220
Assistant Recreation Director:
Lynn Cassidy x206
Elected Officials
Mayor: Marty O’Malley x240 or 412-351-7349
Tax Collector: Janet Sullivan x203 or 412-351-7348
Borough council
(Dial 412-351-7330 and then extension)
President: Frank Porco x241
Vice President / Public Safety Chair:
William Tomasic x242
Public Works Chair: Mike Belmonte x244
Finance Chair: Markus Erbeldinger x246
Operations & Policy Chair: Devon Wood x243
Planning & Zoning Chair: William Burleigh x247
Borough Property Chair: Steve Karas x245
emergency services
For emergencies and non-emergencies: Call
911, or if 911 fails call: 412-351-4141
Chief of Police: Chuck Williams
Police Secretary: Sandy Reech,
412-351-7346 or x100
Fire Chief: Jim Theilacker, 412-351-7330 x401
Woodland Hills EMS and Non-Emergency
Ambulance Services: Adam Knight
412-351-9111 Fax: 412-351-5475
For a listing of all police officers and their voicemail, call 412-351-7330, then press 9.
Professional services
Auditor: Case/Sabatini
Engineer: Paul Gaus, Gateway Engineers
Solicitor: Blaine Lucas, Babst, Calland,
Clements & Zomnir, P.C.
Borough Council Meetings:
7 p.m. in council chambers, borough building, 2nd floor
Third Wednesday of each month, September 15 • October 20 • November 17
Committee Meetings:
Meet in council chambers, borough building, 2nd floor
Borough Property, Public Works, Public Safety
Operations & Policy
September 2 • October 7 • November 4
Finance, Planning & Zoning, Committee of the Whole
September 7 • October 5 • November 9
Shade Tree & Shrub Committee: Second Wednesday of each month, September 8 • October 13 • November 10
Planning Commission: Last Wednesday of each month, September 29 • October 27 • December 1
Recreation Board Meetings: First Monday of each month, September 13 • October 4 • November 1
*Meeting dates are tentative until approved, and are subject to change.
Call the borough office for more information.
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School news
Pace School—10 years running…10 years
walking… 10 years helping Ten years
strong, the Race for Pace 5K Run/Walk,
to be held Saturday, October 9, is shaping
up to be bigger and better than ever—with
more awards, more door prizes, more
sponsors and more participants. The race
starts at 9 a.m. at Pace School in Churchill.
Even dogs and their owners get a chance
to participate in the Paws for Pace one mile
fun walk starting at 9:05 a.m.
But the real winners are the children. Just
ask parent Candie Phipps. “My son went
from a boy who was afraid and hated school
to someone who was excited about the rest
of the school year. We have seen so much
improvement in him and are so very proud!
He has made friends...‘real friends’ and I have
heard him laugh and seen him smile more
since starting at Pace than ever.”
“Stories like these are proof that the right
environment can and does change lives,” says
Karen Lamoureux, CEO, Pace School.
The Race for Pace is a vital fundraiser
for the programs and services of Pace
School, which benefits children with serious
emotional disturbances and also Autism.
The honorary co-chairs of the Race for
Pace are WTAE co-anchors Mike Clark and
Kelly Fry. Major sponsors of the 10th Anniversary Race for Pace include Comcast,
UPS, PNC Bank, A. Martini & Co., Clayton
Kendall, Leeds and Freeport Steel.
Awards are given in 13 age divisions,
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ranging from 11 and under to 65 plus and
cash prizes of $125, $75, and $50 for the
top three overall male and female finishers.
Teams of five or more runners, walkers
or dogs are eligible for one of four team
awards. Every dog receives a bag of goodies and the chance to compete for prizes for
best costume, largest/smallest dog, longest
tail, and largest ears.
Registration fees for the events are $18
per person ($16 for children). Each registrant receives a race T-shirt and a chance
to win one of many door prizes totaling
over $3,500.
For more information and to register,
go to www.paceschool.org. For questions
contact Marilan Caito at 412-244-1900,
ext. 4302 or email mcaito@paceschool.
org. To volunteer, contact Kelly Uzzo at
412-244-1900 ext. 4319 or email at kuzzo@
paceschool.org. To learn more about Pace
School and Pace Learning Center, visit
www.paceschool.org
Trinity Christian School begins the
2010/2011 school year on August 25. Located at 299 Ridge Avenue in Forest Hills,
Trinity has been providing an outstanding
Christian education to students in the
greater Pittsburgh area for more than 50
years.
On Saturday, October 2, Trinity will hold
its semi-annual “Kids’ Stuff” consignment sale
at the school from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bargain
hunters will be able to purchase gently used
clothing for children and teenagers, baby
equipment, toys, and CDs. For more information or if you are interested in being a seller,
contact the school at 412-242-8886.
Trinity Christian School follows a classical approach to learning, combining
knowledge, reasoning, and communication
across the spectrum of subjects. Trinity also
offers extra-curricular activities such as
drama, band, choir, and sports. The school
is accepting applications for Kindergarten
through grade 12. For more information or
to schedule an appointment to visit, call the
school at 412-242-8886. You can also visit
the website at www.trinitychristian.net to
learn more about the school and its mission,
faculty, curriculum, and programs.
The Woodland Hills High School spring
musical production of ANNIE received five
Kelly Award Nominations this year. Gene
Kelly Awards are given each year for “Excellence in Theatre” for Allegheny County high
school musical productions.
Woodland Hills received five nominations, including one for “Best Actor” for
Donovan Smith playing Daddy Warbucks,
and for “Best Crew/Technical Execution,”
“Best Direction,” “Best Lighting Design”
and “Best Scenic Design.”
The Pittsburgh CLO Gene Kelly Awards
Ceremony was held at the Benedum Center,
on May 29. In the largest budget category
Level III, Woodland Hills won a Kelly Award
for “Best Crew/Technical Execution.”
At the ceremony, the CLO awarded Woodland Hills Best Actor nominee Donovan Smith
a Gene Kelly Cash Scholarship of $5,000 to
study performing or technical arts.
The production of ANNIE received another special honor that was more local. The
Forest Hills Borough Council issued a proclamation to be presented to the Woodland
Hills High School Music and Performing
Arts Department to honor their distinguished and high caliber award winning
annual musical productions, in particular
this year’s production of ANNIE. The WHHS
Music and Performing Arts Department,
under the direction of Mr. Thomas Crone
and assisted by Ms. Rachel Zinger, provides
a valuable community service by promoting
the excellence of our public schools both
within and outside of the Woodland Hills
School District.
The proclamation reads in part: “Whereas Woodland Hills High School students and
staff exhibited great talent in their production and performance of the musical ANNIE
an example of the ongoing excellence of the
Woodland Hills performing arts.”
Forest Hills Mayor Marty O’Malley visited
the high school to present the formal proclamation to Mr. Crone, Ms. Zinger and some of
the ANNIE cast and crew members.
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Rotary News
dam Dove of Burlington Road in Forest Hills, and Nicole
Borelle of North Versailles were recently awarded The Medal of Honor Scholarships for 2010. Adam was presented the Staff
Sergeant John Minick Scholarship given by State Representative
Paul Costa, and Nicole was presented the Captain James A. Graham Scholarship given by The Forest Hills Rotary Club and the Swissvale Rotary Club.
The Medal of Honor Scholarship commemorates the U.S soldiers and
sailors of our area who have won the Medal of Honor (the highest honor a
military person can receive). The Medal of Honor Scholarship Committee
selects graduating seniors from high schools in the Woodland Hills and East
Allegheny School Districts (which also includes those attending private and
parochial schools, such as Serra Catholic High School, Central Catholic High
School, Oakland Catholic High School and Trinity Christian School). Applications for the 2011 scholarships can be obtained at the guidance offices
of the schools next April or by contacting Representative Costa’s office. This
local area of the Mon Valley has 13 Medal of Honor winners (out of 3466).
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Pictured (from left to right): Adam Dove, Nicole Borrell, Angela Silva,
Brenden Farrell, Brian Litzinger, Michael Edwards.
Not pictured: Colleen Hyland (Colleen and Adam are from Forest Hills).
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Chili cook-off-wrap-up
he Forest Hills Rotary Fourth Annual Chili Cook-Off Contest was held on
Sunday, April 18. Some of the proceeds will be donated to the Forest Hills
Police Department to purchase new bullet proof vests. Chief of Police Chuck Williams was the celebrity judge. The winning entrant is a culinary student, and the
title of his winning entry was “Sean’s Tree City Chili”. Sean’s father owns Veltre’s
Pizza in Forest Hills. Sean won $500 and Kevin won $150. Lenore Wetzel, outgoing president of Forest Hills Rotary, presented a check for
$1,800 to Police Chief Chuck Williams. The funds were raised at the third annual
Chili Cook-Off Contest and will go toward the purchase of new bullet proof vests
for the Forest Hills Police.
Pictured (below): The popular vote
winner and the best presentation
winner, Kevin McGuire
Pictured (above): Lenore Wetzel
presenting check to Police Chief Williams
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Rotary President Lenore Wetzel,
Police Chief Williams and the
top prize winner culinary
student Sean O’Connor.
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sign up for a card. The library is located in the rear, lower level entrance at
the Senior Citizens Building on Avenue D (across the street from Tugboats). It
is always a pleasant experience. There is access to all books, books on tape or
CDs, VHS or DVDs in the Allegheny County System. You can order books to be
delivered here, and you can drop off any books from the county system at our
location. It’s a great place to visit and run into your neighbors!
A new online service, OverDrive, is available through Allegheny County
Libraries. It allows patrons to download audio books and movies to personal
computers and mobile devices. To access these digital materials, you need a valid
library card, Internet access, and a computer or device that meets the system requirements for the type of digital materials you wish to check out. Free software
for the computer or device on which you wish to use the materials is available
at the site as well as a guided tour of the service. To use OverDrive, go to CCM’s
website and click on the OverDrive button. Follow the instructions and enjoy
the new service.
Look in the mail for your Annual Appeal Letter for library funding in October. The library depends on your generous donations for providing services to
our communities.
Programs for Children—Story hour is held every Monday at 10:30 a.m. with
stories, finger plays and a craft. Pre-school and early-age children are welcome to
come. There is no registration required and story hour is free.
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1 Pennwood Avenue • Edgewood, PA 15218 • 412-731-0909
Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Saturday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Forest Hills Branch
444 Avenue D • Lower Level Senior Citizens Building
Forest Hills, PA 15221 • 412-824-3567
Monday, Friday, Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Tuesday, Wednesday 4 to 8 p.m.
Visit their Web site at, www.ccmellorlibrary.org
Upcoming Closings
The library will be closed on Monday September 6 and Wednesday,
November 24. The library is opened on all other holidays during the fall.
Volunteering—The library could always use volunteers to join our great
team. They are in need of someone to come in some Wednesday evenings to
work until closing. They have a dedicated group whose help they could not do
without. Thanks always to Ron, Hank, Eileen, Kathy, Paul, Norm, Gwen, Connie
and Colleen. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, call the library to find
out when you are needed.
As always, the library is willing to deliver books to those unable to get to the
library due to illness or disability. Call the library to request books, books on tape
or CD, videos and DVDs. The library will deliver them to your home when they
come in. This is a free service provided by the C.C. Mellor Library.
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Programs for Adults—Every other month residents gather in the library to
discuss recent books. The group reads both fiction and non-fiction titles, and the
conversation is always lively. The meetings are scheduled for the fourth Tuesday
of each month at 1 p.m. The PALS book club will meet in the library on Tuesday
afternoon, October 26. Tenth Circle by Margaret Atwood will be discussed. Copies
of all books discussed for PALS are available for pickup at the library a month prior
to the meeting. Books in regular print and large print as well as audio formats are
available. The PALS Program is sponsored by the library, the Allegheny County
Library Association and Highmark.
Paperback Exchange—A free paperback exchange is available to residents
in the Forest Hills Borough Building. Paperbacks, mostly fiction, come from
donations and are available for one–to-one swapping. The Rotary Club of Forest
Hills partners with the library and does the monthly rotations.
And now for the older adults…
Did you know? On Avenue D here in Forest Hills is a center that provides a
variety of programs and services to persons over the age of 60.
Did you know? They are open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Did you know? They publish a quarterly activities bulletin; which is mailed
to every older adult registered with Eastern Area Adult Services. Call 412824-5610 if you do not receive their activities bulletin.
Did you know? They offer an Information and Referral Service to ensure
older adults access to entitlements and benefits as well as direction to
services.
Did you know? They have volunteer opportunities in many forms, such as
teaching center classes, serving and/or delivering home delivered meals,
clerical tasks or serving on our advisory board.
Did you know? They can provide daily nutrition to the older adults who may
not be able to prepare their own meals.
When was the last time you had a checkup?
Eastern Area Adult Services at the Forest Hills Senior Center have partnered with the National Council on Aging to help older Americans who are
eligible for public and private benefits, but are not receiving them.
“BenefitsCheckUp” screens seniors 55 and over for federal, state
and some local or private benefits programs. For more information, contact Melissa Allenbaugh at 412-824-5610 to arrange
your BenefitsCheckUp today.
Come and join EAAS book clubs
Co-sponsored by PALS program (People Able to Lend Support) and is
located downstairs at the center in the library. There are discussions that
take place the last Tuesday of month in June, August, October
and December. The Senior Center Book Club is held upstairs in
the center, and discussions that take place during the months
of May, July, September and November.
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Community Day Wrap-up
Forest Hills Community Day was a very, very hot one this year
The Annual
although it seemed people had a good time. The food was great, so thanks
to all those groups who participated. The following people were the real lucky
ones as winners of the numerous raffles.
Free Throw Shooting Contest:
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3.Allie Mroczkowski
Marion Srdoch Memorial Horseshoe Pitching Contest
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2.Dave Washington and Bob McAfoos
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Financial Advisor
2790 Mosside Blvd. Ste. 720
Monroeville, PA 15146
Hole-in-One-Contest
1.Rick Staley—3 ft. from the pin
2.Dave Letson—4' 7" from the pin
3.Dave Washington—5’ 1" from the pin
Women’s Rolling Pin Toss
1. Celeste DeVito—86 ft. 21/2"
2. Donna Lloyd—72 ft. 4"
3. Ellen Keily—70 ft. 7"
Child winners of the gifts/bikes/
certificates were:
Annabelle Chernyshev, Enzo Federoff,
Riley Janis, Ella Conti, Hannah Watkins, Robert Patsko, Sara Watkins and
David Watkins.
Calendar Share the Wealth winners
were:
Phyllis Stock, Kathryn Marshall and
Bert Wilson.
Adult Raffle winners were:
Laura Cable, Mrs. Finnerty, John
Schaefer, Philomena Liscio, Laura
Carretta, Lorrie Balan, M. Abraham,
Marilyn Berry, David Malloy, Paul Palko,
Yvonne George, Terri of Geisler Drive,
LW Finnell and the Gormley Family.
Thanks to all who helped with the event at the park, and special thanks
to the “ladies of the condos” in Forest Hills who helped with all the mailings,
which is always a huge task. We also thank all the volunteers for being there
in the heat and helping to make the day special in Forest Hills. The organizers
are always open to suggestions to improve Community Day. Please contact
Pat Lanigan or Linda Mallick at 412-271-1796 with your suggestions, or to
volunteer for next year.
Community Day Events!
Photos
courtesy of
Anita Raible
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Fall & Winter Recreation Programs
Just the facts about energy
conservation and comfort:
Separate facts from fiction to make your
home more efficient and comfortable.
by AJ Stones, master green remodeler
AJ Stones is a Master Green Remodeler,
and one of Pittsburgh’s first green residential remodeling contractors. He has more
than 20 years of experience insulating and
weatherizing older homes and designing and installing heating, cooling and
ventilation systems in Pittsburgh’s houses.
His integrated approach to renovation
has helped homeowners resolve many
comfort and efficiency problems common
in older houses. He is a Certified Green
Professional, Certified Remodeler, Certified Aging-in-place Specialist, Building
Analyst Professional, HERS energy rater
and is trained in lead-safe remodeling.
During this talk, AJ will help homeowners
separate facts from fiction and learn ways
to make their homes more efficient and
comfortable.
Date: Monday, September 13
Time: 7 to 9 p.m.
Location: Forest Hills/Westinghouse Lodge
Cost: Free (registration is limited)
Deadline for pre-registration: September 7
Evening Yoga
As a certified yoga instructor for over 20
years, Theresa Trojanowski will spend 90
minutes helping you relax and unify your
mind, body and spirit while improving
your health, and easing away stress using
breathing exercises, special postures and
meditation.
Fall Session—12 weeks
Mondays, August 30 to November 22
(no class on September 6)
Time: 6 to 8 p.m.
Location: Pool Lodge
Fee: $40
Deadline for pre-registration: August 20
(After this date, the fee will be $45)
Winter Session—12 weeks
Dates: Mondays, November 29 to February 14
Time: 6 to 8 p.m.
Location: Pool Lodge
Fee: $40
Deadline for pre-registration:
November 22
(After this date, the fee
will be $45)
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Scrap-booking
Organize your photographs with this intuitive program taught by Creative Memories
Consultant Fran Vislay. This class is geared
towards beginners and intermediate participants who want to learn how to preserve
their most cherished photographs. Beginner and advanced croppers are also welcome. To get started on the project, please
bring two to three photos to the first class,
and learn how to create a Short Story card
using simple, quick tools. The completed
story card can be displayed or added to an
album. Learn tips on simple card making,
specialty pages, traditional and digital organizing and cropping techniques. Vislay
will help you to start a memory album with
those photos that may have been sitting in
a closet or an attic and need some welldeserved attention. Each class includes: free
idea sheets and attendance gifts, free use of
cropping tools and ideas books. Workshop
supplies and variety scrap-booking sets are
available for purchase. For more information or if you have any questions about the
class, call Fran at 412-824-7197.
Fall Session—10 weeks
Theme: “Back to school specials and
holiday card-making”
Dates: Tuesdays, September 14 to
November 16
Time: 6 to 10 p.m.
Location: Forest Hills Senior Center
(Avenue D)
Fee: $55
Deadline for pre-registration: September 7
(After this date, the fee will be $60)
Dog Obedience
This class is open to dogs of all ages and
tailored to cover all stages of training. Arlene
Halloran, certified dog trainer and breeder,
will give a basic introduction to obedience
commands, teach basic disciplines such as
house breaking and chewing, and show you
how to develop an enjoyable relationship
with your new puppy. Class size is limited
to 10 dogs; if necessary, a second class will
be added.
Fall Session—12 weeks
Dates: Thursdays, September 9 to December 2
(no class on November 25)
Time: 7 to 8 p.m.
Class is limited to 10 dogs
Location: Pool Lodge
Fee: $30
Deadline for pre-registration: September 2
(After this date, the fee will be $45)
Guts and Butts—Feel the Burn!
Bust those guts and butts doing a 45-minute workout with Instructor Miriam Messick who will lead you in a program of
squats, leg lifts and overall toning of the
lower body and core.
Fall Session—12 weeks
Dates: Wednesdays, September 15 to
December 8
Time: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Location: Pool/Lodge
Fee: $40
Deadline for pre-registration:
September 8
The borough no longer accepts cash
transactions for any recreation classes.
We will only accept checks or money
orders.
Please make sure to send in your payment
before the last day of pre-registration. If the
borough does not receive the minimum of
five participants by the registration deadline, a class may have to be canceled.
Send registration form with your check or
money order made payable to:
Forest Hills Borough
2071 Ardmore Blvd.
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
Attention: Recreation Department
summer registration form
Name________________________________Phone_____________________
Address________________________________________________________
Name of Participant
Name of Class / Session
Fee
1. ___________________________ _________________________ _____
2. ___________________________ _________________________ _____
3. ___________________________ _________________________ _____
4. ___________________________ _________________________ _____
fall registration form
Name________________________________Phone_____________________
Address________________________________________________________
Name of Participant
Name of Class / Session
Fee
1. ___________________________ _________________________ _____
2. ___________________________ _________________________ _____
3. ___________________________ _________________________ _____
4. ___________________________ _________________________ _____
From the Editor—
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receiving the Tree City Times
through e-mail? If so, please
fill out this form and send
in by October 29. If we do
not hear from you by the
deadline, you will continue to
receive the newsletter via the
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r YES, I would like the newsletter sent to my e-mail address.
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Pittsburgh, PA 15221
Deadline: October 29, 2010
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For Your Information
The Garden Club
The Garden Club of Forest Hills meets the first Thursday of each month
except January and February, at Hope Lutheran Church Braddock &
Ridge Ave., Forest Hills. The meetings start at 10 a.m. followed by
lunch and then the program for the afternoon. Here are the scheduled
programs:
• October 7 – ”Trees” presented by Annie Stumph. Ms. Stumph will
present a guide to selecting and caring for landscape - appropriate
species. How appropriate for the residents of the “Tree City.”
• November 4 – “Celebrate with Flowers: Transitional Arrangements”
Presented by Chris Holt. Ms. Holt has demonstrated at the Philadelphia Flower Show and will share her expertise.
• December 2 – Social Hour at 11 a.m.; Covered Dish Luncheon at
noon. Program: “Traditions” Flowers, Music and Food.
The club has started a new project called “Garden Friends” in
which they help seniors with their gardens and give them a potted
plant. The club is also continuing with the Rain Barrel Project. They
have enjoyed the fruits of their gardens and now they are at rest but
soon will be planning next year’s projects. For more information on
the garden club, call Helen at 412-241-3947.
Editor’s note: I wish to thank Maria Villiotti, Jane Freund,
Jeanne Premozic, Rick Colella and Police Chief Chuck Williams
for their contributions to the newsletter.
Published in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Forest Hills AARP
Members and friends of the Forest Hills AARP #2556 meet at the Forest Hills Pool Lodge on the second Monday of each month, January
through May and resume in September, October and November. The
December meeting will be held at the Edgewood Country Club on
Tuesday, December 14 at noon. This will be a Christmas Luncheon
with installation of new officers and will include entertainment by
Suzanne Vericheck. Regular meetings feature reports from members of the Trip Committee and either entertaining or informational
programs. Meetings are called to order at 12:30 p.m. by President
Frank Carretta following the cookie and coffee snack served by Marge
Yagodzinski and her committee. The September and October meeting
with have musical entertainment and the November meeting will have
an informational program concerning health insurance.
• September 23 – Sightseeing tour followed by lunch and a show at
Lamont and then to Three Rivers Casino, hosted by Doris Hoffman.
• October 19 – Ride the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad through
Cuyahoga Valley, followed by lunch and a cabaret show, “Witches
Brew.” There will be an opportunity to make your own famous
Buckeye Candy. Event hosted by Nina Stahlberg—412-242-5360.
• November 3 – Fun day planned with the Wilkins Senior Citizens at
the Meadows Casino. For more information, call Doris Hoffman at
412-241-3466.
• November 30 – “Ride to Somerset” and enjoy the season with a
combination of candy, wine and a holiday show. Event also includes
Gene and Boots Candies, the Glades Pike Winery and the Rockwood
Mills Shops for an array of Christmas gifts, antiques and crafts. To
finish up this fun-filled day, a trip to the Rockwood Mill Opry for
a Christmas dinner and seasonal performance. Hosted by Betty
Palermo—for more information, call her at 412-351-0760.
For further information please call Frank or Mary Carretta at 412823-0577 or Mary Glasser-Smith at 412-273-1943.
Check out the Forest Hills Borough website: www.foresthillspa.org