Chartiers Valley area happenings, week of Dec. 4, 2023
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Toys for Tots collection in Scott
Scott Township is collecting for the Toys for Tots drive.
Toys can be dropped off at the township administrative offices, 301 Lindsay Road, second floor, during regular business hours. You may also order toys through Amazon and have them delivered to the offices.
The final day for collections is Dec. 12. For more information, contact the drive organizer, Lisha Mihalko. The administrative number is 412-276-5300.
Winter Blast in Bridgeville
Bridgeville’s Winter Blast will be from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Dec. 8 at Triangle Park, 431 Station St.
Featured will be the lighting of the Christmas tree with Santa and Mrs. Claus to kick off the holiday season.
Collier to host Breakfast with Santa
Breakfast with Santa is scheduled for 10 a.m. to noon Dec. 10 at the Collier Community Center, 5 Lobaugh St.
Enjoy breakfast and crafts, and have your picture taken with Santa.
Cost is $8 for community center members and $10 for nonmembers. Registration is required. Call 724-693-0780 or visit colliertownship.net for more information.
Chartiers Valley concerts
Chartiers Valley School District has scheduled these concerts, all starting at 7 p.m. at the high school:
• High School/Middle School Chorus concert, Dec. 7
• Middle School Band, Dec. 13
• High School Band, Dec. 14
• Middle School Orchestra, Dec. 20
• High School Orchestra, Dec. 21
Christmas cooking program at library
Bridgeville Public Library will host “Cooking with Eric: Christmas Traditions” at 5:30 p.m. Dec. 12.
Join the Friends of the Library for a cooking demonstration with dietitian Eric Capozzoli. Everyone in attendance will enjoy a sample of each preparation, and recipes will be included.
Cost is $5 per person. Register and pay at the circulation desk. Registration opened mid-November.
Santa to visit Bridgeville
Starting at noon Dec. 17, Santa Claus will visit youngsters around Bridgeville, escorted by the Bridgeville Volunteer Fire Department.
Throughout the borough, free parking is offered in public lots from Dec. 18 through Jan. 1.
Tree lighting in Scott
Scott Township’s tree-lighting event is scheduled for Dec. 7 at the lodge and amphitheater at Scott Park.
The Chartiers Valley High School Orchestra performs at 6 p.m., and the lighting of the tree will take place about 7:15.
Guests are asked to bring a new, unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots. Everyone is welcome to enjoy complimentary hot cocoa and cookies, while supplies last, and to stick around for photos with Santa.
Pajama Story Time
Scott Township Library will host Pajama Story Time at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 13.
Featured will be holiday stories, singing songs and making crafts. The event is open to children of all ages, and special stuffed animals are welcome, too.
Registration is requested by Dec. 11. Contact Emily Cappello at 412-429-5380 or cappelloe3@scottlibrary.org.
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