In Brief: Festival of Trees, Thanksgiving food drives, virtual fall play and more
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Festival of Trees
Hosanna Industries is playing host to its Ninth Annual Festival of Trees on Nov. 20-21.
The event is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Nov. 20, during which Santa is scheduled to make an appearance.
The hours on Nov. 21 are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The event at Quality Gardens at 209 Route 228 in Valencia features beautifully designed Christmas trees as well as handmade holiday decorations and Christmas decor available for purchase.
Proceeds benefit the organization’s mission to help needy families.
For more information, visit hosannaindustries.org.
Girl Scouts holiday food drive
Girls from Troop #36774 will be holding a food drive at the McCandless Crossing shopping center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Nov. 14.
Donations will be used to create “Everything but the Turkey” dinner kits for Thanksgiving that the Scouts will supply to the West View Hub Food Pantry for distribution during the holidays.
The Scouts will be set up on the Town Green between Old Navy and Ethan Allen to collect donations of the following items: Instant stuffing, jars or packets of turkey gravy, canned cranberry sauce, canned fruit or pumpkin “complete” pie filling, boxed pie crust mix, canned yams or sweet potatoes, canned vegetables, take-and-bake bread and baked goods mixes.
North Allegheny fall play livestream
North Allegheny High School students won’t be able to perform their fall play in public this year because of the coronavirus.
But students are putting on a performance of “Almost, Maine” that will be streamed live on Nov. 21 at 7:30 p.m.
There is no cost to view the show, but donations are being sought to help cover the cost of the production.
More information about the show and how to lend support is available online.
Applicants sought for technology panel
Franklin Park is accepting applications to fill positions on its new Technology Advisory Committee.
The five-member committee will be made up of residents with specialized knowledge or interest in developing technologies. They will serve staggered, five-year terms.
The committee will be responsible for developing and recommending policies and programs that address technology issues in the borough and help preserve and enhance the community’s character, according to borough officials.
The deadline for applications and letters of interest/resumes is 4 p.m. Nov. 16.
Completed applications can be emailed to the borough secretary at ckrummert@franklinparkborough.us or mailed to 2344 West Ingomar Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15237.
Divorce workshop for women offered
A three-hour workshop is being offered online Nov. 14 to provide women with education and information on the legal, financial and emotional issues associated with divorce.
The workshop will be held via video conference from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.
The cost is $15 per person, and registration is required by Nov.12 by calling Donna Cheswick at 724-493-9695. Once registration is complete, online instructions will be emailed.
North Hills students plan annual food drive
The National Honor Society at North Hills High School and the Class of 2021 are teaming up to host the annual Thanksgiving food drive to help families in the district who are in need from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Nov. 16 at North Hills Christian Church, 778 Thompson Run Road.
Items needed for the food drive include stuffing, canned vegetables, mashed potatoes, gravy, cranberry sauce, take and bake bread, canned fruit, juice and baked goods mixes.
Cash or checks also can be donated by dropping them off or mailing them to North Hills Christian Church, c/o Family Food Bags, 778 Thompson Run Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15237.
Women’s Business Network to meet
Part networking group, part mastermind group, WBN provides members with the tools to be successful while expanding her circle of influence and marketplace.
All professional women are welcome to attend a meeting as a guest for no charge. Many meetings are being held virtually, so please check with the local chapter representative for more information.
The Cranberry Chapter meets on the first and third Thursdays of each month at 7:30 a.m. at Cranberry United Presbyterian Church, 2662 Rochester Road, Cranberry. The next meeting is Nov. 19, and guests are welcome to attend at no cost. For more information, contact Nancy Wood at 724-316-3427.
The Criders Corners Chapter meets on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month at noon at The Sports Grille, 1294 Freedom Road, Cranberry Township. Because of the holiday, the only November meeting is Nov. 12. Guests are welcome to attend at no cost. For more information, contact Sherri at 412-760-9601.
The All Virtual Chapter meets on the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 7:30 p.m. The next meeting is Nov. 19. Guests are welcome to attend at no cost. For more information, contact Jennifer at 412-908-1663.