Ongoing
Presto! It’s Bingo
The Presto Volunteer Fire Department hosts Bingo every Thursday evening starting at 7:10 p.m. Now nonsmoking! The address is 5228 Thoms Run Road, Presto (Collier Township). Call 412-221-5677 for information.

Ongoing
Car Seat Inspections Offered in Kirwan Heights
The Kirwan Heights Fire and EMS Department is a registered Safe Kids Worldwide Child Restraint Inspection Station. From 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. daily, a certified individual is available to offer inspection, installation, and training on the proper use of infant/child car and booster seats. For information stop in at the station, located at 1200 Washington Pike; or call 412-221-8382, or e-mail sta124770@aol.com.

March 6
Doing Business with the State of Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania buys every imaginable product and service. In this installment of the Takin’ Care of Business Small Business Owners Luncheon series, Tim Sullivan will show you how your business can do business with the state. It’s on March 6 at 11:30 a.m., at the Crowne Plaza (164 Fort Couch Road) in Bethel Park. For fees, additional information, and registration, contact 412-831-0183.

March 8
Our Lady of Grace Dinner Auction
Our Lady of Grace School in Scott Township invites all to attend their ninth annual Dinner Auction on Saturday, March 8, at the Hilton Garden Inn at Southpointe. “Grace Travels Coast to Coast” includes live, silent, and Chinese auctions, as well as dinner and dancing. Tickets are $45.00 per person. Call Lisa at 412-221-4623 or email jelianr@verizon.net for reservations or to donate an item to the auction. The school will also be holding a preschool storytime for 3- and 4-year olds in the school library at 9:00 a.m. on March 12, April 16, and May 21 (call Liz at 412-279-6611).

March 8
Presto Fire Department–Night at the Races
Buffet food and refreshments. Admission is $10.00. Or “purchase a horse” for $20.00 for free admission and chance for prizes. See any Collier firefighter for tickets and details.

March 14
Presto Fire Department–Fish Fries
The Presto Fire Department will be holding the second of its annual Fish Fries. Eat in or take out. Shrimp or hand-breaded fish, with a side of French fries, fresh cole slaw or home made mac-n-cheese. New for 2008: Homemade cabbage and noodles; pan-cooked fish–while they last! Chicken nuggets for kids and senior portions.

March 15
Hickory Wintery Golf Event
The Rotary Club of Bridgeville will host its annual golf outing, the Wintery Golf Classic, which will take place at the Hickory Heights Golf Club. This will mark the 21st year that scores of golfers come out for the chilly charity event. The fundraiser brings in approximately $20,000 and helps benefit the Rotary’s charitable activities throughout the year. The group supports numerous charities and non-profits in the community, including the Bridgeville Area Food Bank, Meals on Wheels and the YMCA. The group also provides annual scholarships to graduating seniors at South Fayette and Chartiers Valley. For more information on the Tournament or to register, please call Tom Takach 412-257-3550.

March 16
Bridgeville Athletic Association Bingo and Baseball
The Bridgeville Athletic Association will be hosting a Bingo on Sunday, March 16, at the Bridgeville Volunteer Fire Department. Doors are tentatively scheduled to open at noon. The last day for baseball/softball registration for Bridgeville was on February 16, but late registration will be accepted ($20.00 late fee.)

April 27
Ride On for Autism
A very worthy organization, Autism Speaks©, will benefit from the proceeds from its Ride On for Autism Motorcycle Run, which takes place on Sunday, April 27. The ride starts and ends at the Bridgeville Fire Hall. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m., with coffee and donuts; after the trip, riders return to the fire hall to enjoy lunch, music, door prizes, a silent auction, and a 50/50 raffle. Fees: $20.00/bike; $10.00/rider; lunch only: $10.00/adult, $8.00/student, $5.00/child. Tee-shirts: $6.00. Please preregister. Call Abigail Rohe at 412-279-0179 / 720-1560 for more info and to make donations to Autism Speaks.

Upcoming
Collier Volunteers Golf Outing in July
Save the Date! It’s a few months away, but mark your calendars now for the Collier Township Volunteer Fire and EMS Hall of Flame Golf Outing. This will be on Monday, July 7, 2008, at The Club at Nevillewood. Volunteering has never been so much fun!


Library Activities

Bridgeville Public Library
441 Station Street, Bridgeville
412-221-3737 / www.einetwork.net/ein/bridgevl
Hours: Monday–Thursday, 11:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.; Friday, 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; Saturday, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; Sunday, 1:00–5:00 p.m. (September–May)

Ongoing
Mother Goose Storytime
Mondays, 10:00–10:30 a.m. Storytime for newborns to 24 months old with an adult. Stories, rhymes, finger plays, music, and songs. Registration is required.

Ongoing
Toddler Storytime
Fridays, 10:00–10:30 a.m. Storytime for toddlers 2–3 years old with an adult. Stories, finger plays, rhymes, and songs. Registration is required.

Ongoing
Preschool Storytime
Tuesdays, 10:00–10:30 a.m. Storytime for preschoolers 4–5 years old. Stories, songs, and crafts. Registration is required.

Ongoing
Kids Club
Third Friday of the month, 6:00–7:00 p.m. Short movies adapted from children’s books, plus crafts and refreshments; for kids 5–8 years old. Registration is required. Call 412-221-3737 for dates.

Scott Township Library

301 Lindsay Road, Scott Township
412-429-5380 / www.einetwork.net/scotttwp
Hours: Monday–Thursday, 9:30 a.m.–8:00 p.m.; Friday and Sunday, closed; Saturday, 9:30 a.m.– 4:30 p.m.

Ongoing
Scottie’s Preschool Storytime
Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. and Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. Ages 3–6. Stories, movement, songs, and a craft. Tuesday, April 1, and Wednesday, April 2, are “Won’t You Be My Neighbor” days, celebrating the beloved Mister Rogers. Every registered child will receive a tote bag and book. Note: Scottie is on vacation starting March 18; he will be back on April 1.

Ongoing
Scottie’s Toddler Storytime
Second and fourth Saturdays of the month, at 10:00 a.m. Ages 2 – 3 1/2. Stories, rhymes, and songs. Contact Sherry Small at 412-429-5380. Note: Scottie is on vacation starting March 22; he will be back on April 12.

March 20
Adult Book Discussion Group
Thursday, 1:30–2:25 p.m. This informal group meets monthly; books are recommended by participants. The selection for March 20 is The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson. Contact Pat Maxwell at 412-429-5380.

March 26
Anyone Can Bead
Wednesday, March 26, 6:30–7:30 p.m. “The Bead Lady,” Kathy H. Shomo, will be teaching how to create a beautiful beaded bookmark. For all ages. Registration required in order to ensure enough supplies for all.

April 10
Family Game Night
Thursday, April 10, 7:00–8:00 p.m. Tons of board games for the whole family. Battle your family or bond with another family for some wild times and laughs. No registration required, but please bring change for snack donations.