In brief: Ross, West View area happenings, week of March 25, 2024
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Community Connections Fair planned April 19
North Hills High School will host its first-ever Community Connections Fair on April 19 and is seeking local businesses and organizations to participate.
The event, scheduled from 8:30 to 11:15 a.m., aims to educate students about the diverse array of career options in the community while fostering meaningful connections between students and potential career mentors. It is not a job fair.
Sought are representatives from careers that fit into any of the school’s Career Pathways, including Arts and Communication; Business, Finance and Information Technology; Engineering and Industrial Technology; Human Services; and Science and Health.
Students use the Career Pathways as they choose and schedule courses during their four years at the high school.
For more information, visit www.nhsd.net/CommunityConnections.aspx.
Event supports charities
Three groups from St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church of Perrysville, 920 Perry Highway, Ross, will hold an event on April 13 to support local and worldwide charities, and ongoing community service projects.
The Men of St. John’s will hold a flea market, with more than 25 vendors participating.
The Women of St. John’s will hold their Christian Closet, where shoppers can fill a bag, provided by the group, with gently worn clothes, shoes and accessories for a minimum donation of $5.
The Youth of St. John’s will have breakfast sandwiches, baked goods, hot dogs and other treats for sale throughout the event.
Exceptional Citizens Expo
Ross and West View first responders announce their first-ever Exceptional Citizens Expo, scheduled from noon to 3 p.m. April 6 at the Ross Township Department of Public Works, 225 Cemetery Lane.
People of all ages will have the opportunity to meet public safety workers: EMTs and paramedics, firefighters, crossing guards and police officers. There will be opportunities to explore the fire trucks, ambulances, police cars and even construction vehicles.
Service coordinators and other helping agencies from Allegheny County will also be present to educate attendees on resources available in the community.
A sensory-friendly hour will be from noon to 1, a quieter environment without lights, sirens, horns or loud equipment. A social services unit will be present to assist exceptional citizens, caregivers and families.
Cleanup day in Ross
The Ross Township Great American Cleanup Day will be held on April 20.
The Great American Cleanup, which marks its 26th year in 2024, engages volunteers and participants to create a positive and lasting impact.
Call Jackie at 412-931-7055 to register your cleanup. By registering with the township, you qualify for free cleanup supplies.
For more information, visit www.keeppabeautiful.org.
West View Cleanup Day
West View’s annual Community Spring Cleanup Day will be held from 9 a.m. to noon April 27.
Volunteers will meet at 9 in the rear parking lot of West View VFW Post 2754, 386 Perry Highway. Gloves, bags and safety vests will be provided, and a pizza lunch follows the cleanup.
For more information, contact Kathy at karnavas363@gmail.com or call 412-370-2207.
Eden Christian Academy musical
Students of Eden Christian Academy will perform “The Little Mermaid” April 23-27 at Christ Church at Grove Farm, 249 Duff Road, Ohio Township.
A Tuesday VIP event will be followed by performances Wednesday through Saturday, all starting at 7 p.m.
Eden Christian Academy has campuses in Ohio, Pine and Ross townships. For more information, visit www.edenchristianacademy.org.
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