Fall 2011 - Borough of Forest Hills, PA

DID YOU KNOWthe borough continues its green traditionby initiating single-stream recycling?The following items may be co-mingled in the recycling container:• Cans (tin, aluminum and bi-metal)• Glass bottles and jars (clear and colored)• Plastics #1 to #5• Paperboard (cereal boxes, etc.)• Newsprint (tied with string or put into paper bags—please place on top of ornext to your recycling bin)• Corrugated cardboard (collected at the borough building as long as demandis high)Recycling Do’s and Don’ts✔ DO rinse out all cans, jars and plastic containers—take off lids and caps andthrow 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, tiresand numerous other items is available in the borough office or on the AlleghenyCounty website—Recycling Resource Directory. Recycling containers are availablefor purchase at the borough building for $15.For more information, call the borough office or see Chapter 20 in theBorough Code of Ordinances which is available at: www.foresthillspa.org;clicking on the “Information for Residents” tab then “Codes, Ordinancesand Forms.” You will see “Chapter 20, Solid Waste and Recycling,” near the bottomof the page. The Code of Ordinances is also available in the borough office to view.3

The ArboristCornerby Ted Gilbert, Borough Arborist4The borough has been honored bybeing named a Tree City U.S.A. forthe 25th consecutive year. To be a “TreeCity” the borough must have: 1. A treeboard or department (Tree and ShrubCommittee); 2. A community tree ordinance(Ordinance #925); 3. A forestryprogram with an annual budget of at least$2 per capita (Forest Hills has a $10 percapita); and, 4. An Arbor Day observanceand proclamation (takes place on the lastFriday each April at the Forest Hills Park).Tree City is sponsored by the NationalArbor Day Foundation of Nebraska City,Nebraska.Forest Hills first became a Tree Cityin 1986. However, a community treeprogram dates back to the late 1930s orearly 1940s. I became associated withthe Borough Tree Program in 1955 andall existing larger trees were fairly wellestablished.The story goes that in the early daysof the borough, a borough official wasstanding on the Ardmore Median (Route30) surveying the surrounding bare hillsides.He wondered how a communitynamed Forest Hills could have no trees.An old picture now hanging in the lobbyof the municipal building shows the lackof trees.The official, fellow councilmen andresident volunteers started a street-sidetree planting program. Funding for theprogram was by donations of moneyand trees. Some of the trees came fromPittsburgh department store sales promotions.Residents were asked to goto Pittsburgh, buy something and get atree or two. The results of this promotionwere the planting of approximately1,700 trees.Forest Hills has already met the requirementsfor Tree City 2011. The awardis renewed annually and we hope thiscontinues for many years to come.Memorializing the Young Elmby Ted Gilbert, Borough ArboristThe Flight 93 Memorial Park will be dedicated on September 11, the tenth anniversaryof the event in Somerset County. I felt that it would be appropriateto relate a story of a Forest Hills connection with the memorial.Paulette Marsco-Stout was a teacher atthe Washington ParkElementary School ofWashington, PennsylvaniaSchool District.In 1999, she and herschool associates feltthat it would be desirableto have a naturetrail in the woodsnext to the school. TheWashington ClassroomTrail System (WCTS) needed a fundraiser.Their search led them to the Elm Research Institute of Keene, New Hampshire.The institute has long been famous for developing and promoting the plantingof “blight” (Dutch Elm Disease) resistant elm named the American Liberty Elm,they have been very active in re-establishing the elm as the “American Tree,” andin honor of the original “Liberty Elm” in Boston, Massachusetts, Elm Researchand their grant-oriented Johnny Elm Seed Regional Nursery Project includeddonating small elm trees to be sold in fundraising for school-related projects.The WCTS was given over 150 young elms.When the fundraiser was successfully completed in 2002 there were a numberof young elms left over. Elm Research advised Washington Park to keep the treesand to find them a good home.The search for a “home” led the WCTS to the Borough of Forest Hills andtheir Tree City U.S.A. Program.I traveled to Washington Park and inspected the elms and agreed to acceptall the remaining trees.Forest Hills Department of Public Works’ employees transported the trees tothe borough tree nursery where limited room only allowed for planting one halfof the elms (these were later moved to areas on Ardmore Boulevard, BevingtonRoad and Burlington Road).A good home had to be found for the other half of the trees from WashingtonPark. I also do consulting for fellow Tree City U.S.A. the Borough of Westmont,Johnstown, PA, and their Elm Tree Program. I approached the staff there and theyreadily accepted the remaining trees. They planted the young trees in their tree nurseryand in later years used them to replace mature elms lost to Dutch Elm Diseasefrom their nationally famous Luzerne St. Elms—that is all except for two trees.In early 2002, the Pennsylvania Association of Garden Clubs was developinga memorial garden at the Flight 93 Chapel. They wanted to find and plantAmerican Liberty Elms because of the historic and patriotic relationship to theoriginal Early American Liberty Elm in Boston.Their search for the trees led them to Bob Batey then the Director of PublicWorks for Westmont Borough, and a Liberty Elm enthusiast. He relayed the in-

formation to the Westmont Council who readily approved donating two of theregistered American Elms to the memorial garden.Members of the Westmont Department of Public Works delivered andplanted the trees in the garden in the fall of 2002.These trees are now healthy and full leaf and are standing at the memorialsite in honor of those who gave their lives for our safety.When you visit the Flight 93 Memorial Park, be sure to visit the chapeland garden. It is a most inspirational experience.I wish to thank the Elm Research Institute, Paulette Stout, officialsand staff of Forest Hills, officials and staff of Westmont, The GardenClub of Somerset, the staff of the Chapel of Flight 93 and AudreyGilbert for their contributions to this article.Be wary of foxes, and other potentiallyrabid animals around your houseThe Allegheny County Health Department is cautioning people to bewary of wild animals in yards, driveways and wooded areas aroundtheir homes.Health officials are warning everyone to always be completely awareof creatures in the environment whenever outdoors and to frequently lookaround for wild animals, particularly foxes and raccoons, which may beinfected with the rabies virus.When you see a wild animal, don’t go near it and chances are it will goaway. If the animal looks threatening, slowly back away and go indoors orto a protected area. If it stays around, call your local animal control service,the police or the game commission.If your pet is ever involved in a fight with another animal, never get intothe middle of it or use your bare hands to separate them. If your pet getsanother animal’s saliva on its body or in its mouth, handle your pet withgloves, bathe it carefully with soap and water and call your vet for advice.If you are ever bitten, scratched or otherwise exposed to saliva from afox, raccoon or other animal, cleanse the contact area with soap and water,seek emergency medical treatment and call the Allegheny County HealthDepartment at 412-687-ACHD (2243) to report the incident.Rabies is almost always fatal when exposures go untreated. The antirabiesvaccine is highly effective when given promptly after an exposure,but is still a major expense and inconvenience that can be avoided by nothaving contact with potentially rabid animals.The rabies treatment nowadays consists of relatively painless injections inthe arm instead of the excruciating stomach injections given many years ago.Information provided by: The Allegheny County HealthDepartment. Visit their website: www.achd.net5

The Grandview Country Club. Benefits willgo towards tuition assistance for studentsattending Christ Lutheran. For more informationon how to attend or participate, callthe church office.There are great opportunities to worshipand fellowship at the Forest Hills PresbyterianChurch. The Reverend Benjamin Blackwelcomes everyone. The church is locatedat 1840 Ardmore Boulevard in Forest Hills.Sunday worship is at 10:30 a.m. and Sundayschool for all ages starts at 9:15 a.m. For moreinformation, call 412-241-1647 or send an e-mail to foresthillspc@gmail.com, and checkout their website at, www.fhpcpa.org.The Bryn Mawr Gateway Project wall onSherwood Road is now completed. Thanksto our neighbors and businesses who lenttheir support to the project—both financiallyand in sweat equity. We will be recognizingall of our supporters in the nextissue of the Tree City Times. We are stillfundraising to cover our final costs, so anycontributions will be greatly appreciated.There are 6" x 6" custom tiles available fora donation of $100 or more. These tiles willbe handmade by local artists and installedat the site. This is a great way for residentsto both support the project and create along-lasting memory in their community.Businesses receive a great value for theiradvertising and community relations dollar(including a free ad on our website). Formore information on how to contribute bycheck or PayPal, go to www.brynmawrfarms.orgor call 412-241-4043.Juniper Village in Forest Hills is seekinghelp from businesses and organizationsfrom the area to help out with this year’sFourth Annual Celebration of Trees HolidayDisplay which will feature over 24 Christmastrees decorated in different themes. Thedisplay runs from December 5 throughJanuary 4, and everyone is welcome tocome and see this outstanding array ofbeautiful holiday decorations. The displayis free and open daily to the public from9 a.m. until 8 p.m. Visitors of all ages areinvited to tour this delightful holiday displayand are encouraged to vote for their favoritetree, with the winning business receivinga donation of $250 to the charity of theirchoice. Juniper Village is located at 107Fall Run Road in Forest Hills, just off ofArdmore Boulevard. For more informationor directions, contact Juniper Village at412-244-9901.The Forest Hills Community Service operatesa free bus service within the Borough ofForest Hills for senior citizens. The FlivverService was started over 30 years ago bythe Forest Hills Lions Club and Forest HillsRotary. It is free because of donations madeby the citizens, the donations in the box onthe Flivver and the volunteer drivers.The bus is a 14-passenger vehicle(but does not have handicapped lifts)and takes eligible senior citizens (55 andolder) who live in the borough to the seniorcitizens center, doctors appointments, thehairdresser, banks, drug stores, etc. TheFlivver makes daily trips to Giant Eagle;and on Sundays, the Flivver takes seniorsto church.The Flivver operates Monday throughFriday from 10 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. and onSunday mornings.Riders can call the Flivver number—412-519-3955and be picked up usuallywithin 5-10 minutes after the call. Thisis a great and well needed service for ourseniors.The Flivver is in urgent need of newdrivers to replace those who move awayor who can no longer drive. You can betrained in a matter of a few hours. Thereare so many of our seniors who would begrateful for any help offered to them. Thoseinterested in volunteering for four hours aday, twice each month, can call Pat Brennanat 412-371-8376.For over 50 years, the Forest Hills LionsClub has served the communities less fortunate.They supply glasses to the needy,and collect your used glasses for distribu-tion to third-world countries. The collectionboxes are found in Bob’s Barber Shop inChalfant, Churchill Vision Center, BeulahChurch, Cost Building-Optical Shop (secondfloor), Jodi-B’s Restaurant, Lanigan FuneralHomes, Peter Paul’s Hair Salon, Forest HillsSenior Center and Toby’s Pub in Chalfant.Their fund-raisers include White CaneDays, Sight Seal Mailing and Holiday NutSale. Over the years, the club has providedseeing-eye dogs; a Braille writer and an eyeimplant operation for a child. They help tosupport Beacon Lodge, a summer campfor the blind. They also constructed a WarMemorial and assisted some needy warveterans.The club recently elected officers for2011; President Jeff Van Dyke, First VicePresident Linda Mallick, Secretary SamCappuccio and Treasurer Henry Van Dyke.Men and women interested in becominga member should call 412-829-7888.Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a novicejust looking for an opportunity to meetnew neighbors, now’s the time to join theForest Hills Manor Bowling League. Theleague extends an invitation to all ForestHills residents (individuals and couples) tobowl on Tuesday evenings at the New GreatValley Lanes in North Versailles. For moreinformation, call Larry or Sandy, eveningsat 412-271-63197

Flag pole dedicated to Chief HellerMunicipal NewsOn Sunday, June 5, members of the Forest Hills VolunteerFire Department, neighboring fire departments andfriends and family gathered at the firehouse to dedicate a flagpole and plaque to Chief Ray Heller Sr.’s legacy. Chief Hellerwas the first and until his unexpected passing in January 2010,was the only volunteer chief of the Forest Hills Fire Department.He had also retired as Assistant Chief of Allegheny CountyEmergency Services. After his passing, the fire departmentwere approached by members of the Boy Scouts of America(BSA) whoas part ofan EagleScoutprojectwanted to do something to honor the chief’s memory. Many ideas were brought upand it was decided that a new flag pole would be built in front of the firehouse. Membersof the fire department, the BSA, friends and other members of the community workedcountless hours on the project that has finally been completed.We would like to thank everyone who volunteered their own time to make this asuccess. This project will make sure that everything Chief Heller did for this departmentand our community will never be forgotten.Boy Scout Troop 90 meets Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. at the Forest Hill Presbyterian Church (FHPC). It isopen to all boys ages 11-18. Cub Scout Pack 90 meets Thursdays at 7 pm at FHCP. It is open to allboys ages 6-11. For more information contact Beth Brucker at bruckerfamily@verizon.net. For moreinformation, visit the scout website: www.foresthillspack90.us.Come Grow With Us2001 Ardmore Blvd.Pittsburgh, PA 15221Call 412-351-5403 to schedule your tour.www.stmauriceschool.orgAfter School Care Available8

Police Department Newsby Chuck Williams, Chief of PoliceNew Police OfficersThe Forest Hills Police Department welcomed two additional patrol officersto our force. Nicholas Vigliotti and Richard Marone were sworn in by MayorO’Malley on June 23, and will be employed in a part-time capacity supplementingthe full-time force. Field Training Officers Ken Cooley and Sheldon Summers willtrain and mentor our new hires easing their transition into the new position. Withthe addition of the new officers, we will now have eleven police officers activelyworking to protect our community.Retirement NewsPolice Secretary Sandy Reech has formally retired after almost three decadesof dedicated service to Forest Hills Borough and the Police Department. Sandystarted her career as a part-time dispatcher and has held various positions, such asdispatch supervisor and police secretary. She volunteers countless hours helpinganimals, but her proudest topic of conversation is her grandchildren and family.All the police officers and I wish the very best to Sandy in her retirement.Crime WatchRecently a crime watch was sent through our Swiftreach System concerning anindividual selling inactivated gift cards posing as a student and representinghimself as a member of the Woodland Hills sports program. The Police Departmentsent out an alert to not purchase cards from this person and call 911 immediately.Less than one hour from that warning a resident called 911 and our officers tookthe suspect into custody.This case, like many others, shows the partnership of police and the publicworking together to protect our community.9

Forest Hills RotaryThe Forest Hills RotaryClub, along with the fourother Rotary Clubs in theWoodland Hills School District, havegiven a comprehensive and fun dictionaryto every third grader in the area,including the Woodland Hills ElementarySchools, Propel School and thereligious schools. The dictionaries arefor the student to keep and use in theirwriting assignments and general information.In presenting the dictionaries,the third graders were shown, buy thepresenting Rotarian, how to use thedictionaries and looked up the word“service,” which has ten meanings.ProvidingPERSONALProvidingProvidingFINANCIALPERSONALPERSONALPLANNINGFINANCIALFINANCIALPLANNINGPLANNINGFor more than 70 yearsFor more than 70 yearsWaddell & Reed, Inc.Member SIPCWaddellWaddell &Reed,Reed,Inc.Inc.MemberMemberSIPCSIPCHills ResidentForest Hills ResidentCMFCR. Philip Hilf, CMFCFor more Financial than Advisor70 yearsWaddell & Reed, Inc.2790 Mosside Blvd. Ste.Member Ste. 720 720 SIPCMonroeville, PA PA 15146 15146412-858-9090, extensionextension 119119hilf48903@wradvisors.com8985 (06/09)8985 (06/09)8985 (06/09)10Forest Hills ResidentR. Philip Hilf, CMFCFinancial Advisor2790 Mosside Blvd. Ste. 720Monroeville, PA 15146The third graders were most enthusiasticand showed their appreciation ofthe dictionaries by writing thank-younotes to the Rotary Clubs. This projectwas started last year by RotarianGladys Maharam and continued thisyear under the direction of Rotarian JoAnn Meier. The staff of the WoodlandHills School District also assisted in thisdistribution.The Fifth Annual Chili Cook-off,held by the Forest Hills Rotary on May15, was a great success and the proceedsof the fundraiser are invested in thecommunity. Along with the cost of thedictionaries, the Forest Hills VolunteerFire Department and Police Departmentwere presented checks to be usedin supplementing their equipment.Part of the proceeds was also givenas a scholarship along with five otherscholarships which are named aftera recipient of the Medal of Honor.The Medal of Honor is the highestaward that the nation can bestow ona member of the Armed Services. Thescholarships were presented at the annualMedal of Honor luncheon at theGrandview Golf Club in June. Thesescholarships recognize the scholasticcommunity service achievements of seniorsin the East Allegheny and WoodlandHills school district areas. Therehave been only about 1,400 recipientsof the Medal of Honor in the history ofthe United States; 13 of which are fromthe Mon Valley.The Forest Hills Rotary Club wishesto thank the community for its supportof the Chili Cook-off and other events.Forest Hills resident, Tom Nunnally, was recently the recipient of the”Rotary International Service Above Self Award.” This is an internationallycompetitive award granted to a maximum of 150 Rotarians per year who areexamples of “service above self.” International President, Ray Klingensmithpresented the award to Tom at a special ceremony at the Carnegie Libraryin Carnegie.Tom has been an activemember of the Forest Hills Rotaryfor 35 years. He has servedas Club President, Treasurer,Assistant District Governor andGroup Study Exchange TeamLeader and served on many districtcommittees. He supportedthe Forest Hills Rotary Club tobuild Mama’s Kitchen in SanJose. Tom along with Don Gould and Dick Wukich started a micro-businessand water filter factory in Tegucigalpa, Honduras. He is very involved inPure Water—whose main focus is building water purification filters to bedistributed to third-world countries in need of pure clean water.Tom has been involved in banking since 1972, and still serves on theboard of Enterprise Bank which he helped found. He serves on many boardssuch as Carnegie Library in Braddock, and is a member of the BraddockEconomic Development Corporation. Tom is not just a name on a committee;he gets involved and works tirelessly to help those in need, whetherlocally or in other countries. Tom Nunnally truly deserved to be awardedthis prestigious honor.

The Borough Bulletin BoardCode enforcement in forceTrash collection-storage containers and other properly-wrapped or containedmaterials for collection may be placed at curbside no earlier than 6 p.m., prevailingtime, on the day prior to the designated collection day, and must be removedfrom curbside to the usual storage place no later than 6 p.m., prevailing time, onthe day of collection.Annual Leaf CollectionThe Public Works Department will start their annual leaf collection at thebeginning of October and finish up mid-December (weather permitting).The Public Works Crew ask that you do not place any other debris(sticks, grass clippings, dead flowers, etc.) in with the leaves becausethey tend to clog the machine and will take extra time toclean the equipment.Tax TimeAll unpaid 2011 Forest Hills Borough real estate taxes are now due at the penaltyamount as indicated on the tax bill, and can be paid to the tax collector until December16.All unpaid 2011 Woodland Hills School District real estate taxes are due at the faceamount by October 31. However, if you have chosen to pay your school taxes in threeequal installment payments, and have paid the first installment by the August 31 duedate, then the second installment will be due by November 30.For questions regarding real estate taxes, please call Janet Sullivan, Tax Collectorat 412-351-7348.11

Keeping current with the ‘Times’Borough DirectoryBorough OfficeMondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays:9 a.m. to 3 p.m.Wednesdays: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.Fridays: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.Phone: 412-351-7330 • Fax: 412-351-73372071 Ardmore Blvd., Pgh, PA 15221Real estate Tax OfficeTuesday and Thursday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.Extended hours during April and AugustTelephone: 412-351-7348Borough Personnel(Dial 412-351-7330 and then extension)Borough Manager: Steve Morus dial 0Alcosan, refuse and late fees:Siobhan Nicklow x202Treasurer: Barbara Livingstone x201Admin. Assistant: Sharon O’Toole x200Arborist: Ted Gilbert x205Building Inspector and Zoning Officer:Bill McChesney x204Public Works Foreman: Jim Theilacker x207Marketing Director: Cindy M. Simm x220Assistant Recreation Director: Lynn Cassidy x206Elected OfficialsMayor: Marty O’Malley x240 or 412-351-7349Tax Collector: Janet Sullivan x203 or 412-351-7348Borough council(Dial 412-351-7330 and then extension)President: Frank Porco x241Vice President / Public Safety Chair:William Tomasic x242Public Works Chair: Mike Belmonte x244Finance Chair: Markus Erbeldinger x246Operations & Policy Chair: Devon Wood x243Planning & Zoning Chair: William Burleigh x247Borough Property Chair: Steve Karas x245emergency servicesFor emergencies and non-emergencies: Call911, or if 911 fails call: 412-351-4141Chief of Police: Chuck WilliamsFire Chief: Jim Theilacker, 412-351-7330 x401Woodland Hills EMS and Non-EmergencyAmbulance Services: Adam Knight412-351-9111 Fax: 412-351-5475For a listing of all police officers and their voicemail,call 412-351-7330, then press 9.Professional servicesAuditor: Case/SabatiniEngineer: David Gilliland, Glenn Engineering& AssociatesSolicitor: Blaine Lucas, Babst, Calland,Clements & Zomnir, P.C.Borough Council Meetings:7 p.m. in council chambers, borough building, 2 nd floorThird Wednesday of each month, September 21, October 19, November 16Committee Meetings:Meet in council chambers, borough building, 2 nd floorBorough Property, Public Works, Public Safety Operations & Policy:September 6, October 4, November 8Finance, Planning & Zoning, Committee of the Whole: September 1, October 6, November 3Shade Tree & Shrub Committee: September 14, October 12, November 9Planning Commission: September 28, October 26Recreation Board Meetings: First Monday of each month, September 12, October 3*Meeting dates are tentative until approved, and are subject to change.Call the borough office for more information.12

Annual HayrideOn Saturday, October 15, the community of Forest Hills willbe once again celebrating a tradition that has spanned over12 years.Starting at 6 p.m., the borough’s annual hayride, sponsored bythe Forest Hills Borough, the Forest Hills Police Department, theForest Hills Borough, the Forest Hills Police Department, the ForestHills Fire Department, the Forest Hills Public Works Departmentand the Woodland Hills E.M.S., and held at the Forest Hills/Westinghouse Lodge on Barclay Avenue, will again entertaineveryone of all ages with a three-mile ride on one of threedecorated hay wagons, face painting and wrap up theevening with a huge bonfire.Free refreshments will be served in the lodge,so come and enjoy a fun-filled evening underthe autumn stars, and meet and thank the men andwomen who protect and serve our community.An Invitation toForest Hills ResidentsAdult Fall FestSaturday, November 57 p.m. to 10 p.m.Forest Hills Lodge and PoolBYOB plus an appetizer or dessert$10 per personProceeds Benefit the PoolEncourage your friends and neighbors to come.Must be 21 to attend — Payment at the doorSponsored by the Forest Hills Recreation Board13

School newsSt. Maurice School supports the work ofthe Sisters of Mercy in Chimbote, Peru bybuilding a bridge of love and hope betweenthe people of Pittsburgh and the needy inChimbote. The work of the Sisters of Mercyis to teach the people of Chimbote howto purify their water in the poor villageswhere there is a lack of running water andto reduce infant mortality by working in theMother and Child Hospital in Chimbote, aproject of the Diocese of Pittsburgh and theSister of Mercy Clean Water Project.Clean water in Chimbote is available topeople in shanty towns for only a few hoursin the very early morning. More fortunatepeople might also have water for two hours inthe afternoon. Water, often saved in containers,is easily contaminated. Even in placeswhere water is chlorinated, it does not flowand absorbs ground contaminants.Water disposal is indiscriminate wheremigrants from the mountain set up shackson any available land. The lack of a sewagesystem leads to periodic outbreaks ofdisease. In 1991, Chimbote experienced anoutbreak of cholera which spread throughmost of South and Central America. Inresponse, the Sisters of Mercy fromPittsburgh introduced a health educationinitiative to promote an understanding ofthe relationship of clean water, adequatesanitation and health.The Mother and Child Hospital in Chimboteis a maternity hospital where motherscould give birth in clean and comfortablesurroundings. The alternative was forwomen to continue to deliver their babiesin very unhealthy conditions at home.Today, the maternity hospital is a 26-bedfacility which delivers 300 babies eachmonth. Mothers are taught the importanceof good hygiene and pre-natal care and toreturn with their babies after delivery to14learn health techniques that will give theirbabies a better chance to survive in a harshenvironment of poverty and suffering.Helping the people of Chimbote, Peruis a mission of the faculty and students ofSt. Maurice School. On Sunday November6, the seventh and eighth grade students,with help from Mrs. Janov and Mrs. Zitelli,will host a family Bingo in Centurion Hall.They invite the Forest Hills Community tocome and have a fun-filled afternoon for aworthy cause.Last school year, students raised over$1,500 for the Chimbote Mission project.Perfect for pre-school story-timeReading, telling and singing stories; talkingabout stories and creatively acting themout—all these activities are gifts that lasta lifetime. Sharing the delights of books,poetry, rhymes and songs are experiencesyour child can share at St. Maurice’s “Perfectfor Pre-School” Story-time.Wednesday October 12, marks thekickoff of story-time at St. Maurice School.This is a free story, rhyme, song and craftprogram designed to entertain and engageyoung children. The program is for children2 to 5 years old and is designed to givethem a positive introduction to books andthe habit of reading. Each program featuresengaging books, favorite stories and livelyactivities.The program is on the second Wednesdayof each month October through Aprilfrom 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. in the school’slibrary.They invite all children along with theirparent or guardian to come and visit storytimeat St. Maurice Library. Registrationis required by calling St. Maurice SchoolOffice at 412-351-5403 during school hours(8:30 a.m. until 2 p.m.).Last day for registration each month isthe second Monday. Their first deadline isOctober 10.The theme of their October story-timeis “Sing a Song of Scarecrows.”Upcoming St. Maurice School eventsSeptember 25–Vera Bradley Bingo inCenturion Hall—all help fund the Libraryand St. Maurice literacy programsOctober 6–The Windy City Players willpresent “Tom Sawyer”Forest Hills Nursery School is a private,state licensed pre-school offering twoclasses: Monday, Wednesday, Fridayand Tuesday-Thursday. Class is from 9 to11:30 a.m. On Wednesday-Thursday, thechildren may bring a lunch and stay until1 p.m. There are sixteen children per classwith one state licensed pre-school teacherand at least one other adult. For moreinformation, contact Sally Sabino at 412-351-5054 or Betsy Wolf at 412-241-9414or 724-744-1061.Trinity Christian School began the 2011-2012 school years on August 24 and iscurrently accepting applications for Kindergartenthrough grade 12. Located at299 Ridge Avenue in Forest Hills, Trinityhas been providing an outstanding Christianeducation to students in the greater Pittsburgharea for more than 50 years.On Friday, October 7, at 7 p.m., Trinity willbe proud to present a concert by nationallyknown contemporary Christian singer andcomposer, Michael Card. During his career,Card has sold more than 4 million albums,written 19 number-one singles, and wonnumerous awards. The concert will be heldin the school auditorium. Ticket prices are asfollows: reserved, $25; general admission,$20; and students, $15. To reserve your tickets,contact the school at 412-242-8886.

Trinity Christian School follows a classicalapproach to learning, combiningknowledge, reasoning, and communicationacross the spectrum of subjects. Trinity alsooffers extra-curricular activities such asdrama, band, choir, and sports. For moreinformation or to schedule an appointmentto visit, call the school at 412-242-8886.You can also visit their website at www.trinitychristian.net to learn more about theschool and its mission, faculty, curriculum,and programs.Children are the future whether they are readyor not, and getting them ready is the task athand for programs like Pace School.The school’s Annual Race for Pace 5KRun and Walk, to be held Saturday, October15, promises to be the most successful yetin its 11 th year with over 80 door prizes.Other things to look forward to include:more prizes and awards, cash prize to thetop three male and female finishers, awardsfor top male and female Masters (40-yr+),and awards for top male and female finishersin 13 categories.Runners aren’t the only people with achance to have fun, with Paws for Pace youcan participate in a one-mile dog walk andeven win prizes in categories such as largest,smallest, longest tail, and biggest ears.Don’t forget, the best prize of the dayisn’t winning any of the specified categories;it’s knowing that you participated in helpingthe children of Pace School with emotionalchallenges or autism.The wonderful staff at Pace Schoolis lucky because of the positive impactthey have on a day-to-day basis with thechildren.“Each day we are challenged to find thekey to learning and growing for studentswho are challenged in complex ways,” saysKaren Lamoureux, CEO of Pace School.“With creativity and persistence thePace teams help our students to meet thosechallenges and break through them to findsuccess,” added Lamoureux.The honorary co-chairs of the Race forPace are WTAE co-anchors Mike Clark andKelly Frey. Clark has obtained prestigiousawards for his work as a news anchor, includingtwo Emmy Awards for “Best Newscast”.Frey is a graduate of the Universityof Pittsburgh and has been with Channel 4since 2000.Major Sponsors of the 11 th AnnualRace for Pace include ING, Westinghouse,Comcast, Freeport Steel, Clayton Kendall,Citizens Bank, American Eagle Outfittersand Leeds.Registration fees for the 2011 Race forPace or Paws for Pace are $20 per person($15 for youth) until September 30. AfterSeptember 30, registration will be $25 peradult and $20 per youth. On-line and downloadableregistrations are available under theRace for Pace link at www.paceschool.org.If you would like to learn more about PaceSchool Programs, visit www.paceschool.org.15

Forest Hills AARP #2556The Forest Hills Chapter #2556 meets on the second Monday of the monthbeginning in September through November. The December meeting willbe an installation luncheon for officers who will serve during the ensuing year.In the new year, meetings will continue from January through May.Monthly meetings convene at noon at the Forest Hills Pool Lodge. MargeYagodzinski and her committee serve cookies and coffee as the group gathers.The business meeting is called to order by President Frank Carretta and officersreport pertinent information. The Tour Committee advertises up-comingtours and encourages members to register and “fill up the bus.”Plans are being made to have hot dogs available for sale at a minimum costduring the meeting on Monday, September 12. On that day, the group will beentertained with Kenny and Chip presenting a country and western show.During the October 10 meeting, the “Bird Man” will bring his live birdsto the meeting, and for the November 14 meeting, the Caribbean Vibes willentertain with steel drum music. At the December Luncheon the programchair, Doris Hoffman, has arranged for the Good Shepherd Hand Bell Choirto share music of the Christmas Season.The Tour Committee has planned a trip to the September 11 crash site inShanksville, PA and Memorial Chapel, and the Que-Creek Mine Memorialon September 21. This event is hosted by Doris Hoffman, 412-241-3466.On Wednesday October 12, the trip to Vale Wood Farms will feature ahayride. The group will then visit Seven Springs Resort to view the fall foliageand enjoy lunch. Then its on to Glades Pike Winery, and to Scottsdalefor tea at Miss Martha’s Tea Room. This event is hosted by Betty Palermo,412-351-0760.On Friday, December 2, the holiday coach will arrive at the Priory for afestive feast and all the trimmings including dessert. Entertainment beginswith Steven Vance and his Strolling Violin. The show continues with LeeAlverson and Leah Farine singing Christmas Hits. The show concludeswith a special appearance by the Phantom. The group will move on to seePittsburgh’s festive displays and the Hartwood Acres Light Display. Thisevent is hosted by Betty Palermo, 412-351-0760.Visitors are always welcome at the monthly meetings. For more information,call Mary Smith, 412-273-1943, or Frank and Mary Carretta, 412-823-0577.16

And now for the older adults…Forest Hills Senior Center operated by the Eastern Area Adult Services is a comfortableand friendly place to socialize, volunteer or join in the group activities.They serve a daily lunch, Monday through Friday with advanced reservations. Stop inand get the latest information on programs and services offered from Marion Clair, centermanager—Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., or visit their agency websiteat: www.EAAS.net.Did you know? On Avenue D here in Forest Hills is a center that provides a variety of programsand 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 olderadult registered with Eastern Area Adult Services. Call 412-824-5610 if you do notreceive their activities bulletin.Did you know? They offer an Information and Referral Service to ensure older adults accessto entitlements and benefits as well as direction to services.Did you know? They have volunteer opportunities in many forms, such as teaching centerclasses, serving and/or delivering home delivered meals, clerical tasks or serving onour advisory board.Did you know? They can provide daily nutrition to the older adults who may not be able toprepare their own meals.When was the last time you had a checkup?Eastern Area Adult Services at the Forest Hills Senior Center has partnered withthe National Council on Aging to help older Americans who are eligible for publicand private benefits, but are not receiving them. “BenefitsCheckUp” screensseniors 55 and over for federal, state and some local or private benefits programs.For more information, contact Melissa Allenbaugh at 412-824-5610 to arrangeyour BenefitsCheckUp today.Come and join EAAS book clubsCo-sponsored by PALS program (People Able to Lend Support) and is located downstairsat the center in the library. There are discussions that take place the last Tuesday of monthin June, August, October and December. The Senior Center Book Club is held upstairs inthe center, and discussions that take place during the months of May, July, Septemberand November.17

C.C. Mellor Memorial LibraryCome visit your local library located in the rear, lower level entrance at theSenior Citizens building on Avenue D (across the street from Tugboats). Theyhave access to all books in the Allegheny County System. You can order booksto be delivered there, and you can drop off any books from the County system attheir location. It’s a great place to visit and run into your neighbors!Programs for ChildrenStory 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 registrationrequired and story hour is free.In September on Wednesday evenings, programs will restart. School-agechildren can join us for stories, crafts, games and a snack on the third Wednesdayof the month. This is a great opportunity for children who cannot attend daytimeprograms. Programs run from 5 to 6 p.m. and you can sign up in advance at thelibrary or call 412-824-3567. Registration is required by the Monday previous tothe scheduled date.Programs for AdultsThe PALS Book Club meets in the library every other month on Tuesday at 1p.m. The date for October is the 25 th and the book for that month will be Deweythe Small Town Library Cat by Vicky Myron.As always the library is willing to deliver books to those unable to get to thelibrary due to illness or disability. Call the library to request books, books on tapeor CD, videos and DVDs. The library will deliver them to your home when theycome in. This is a free service provided by the C.C. Mellor Library.Upcoming ClosingsThe library will be closed on September 5 for Labor Day and November 24 and25 for Thanksgiving. They are normally closed on Thursday. They will be openedon Columbus Day, Election Day and Veterans’ Day.VolunteeringThe library could always use volunteers to join their great team. Thanks alwaysto Ron, Hank, Eileen, Gwen, Paul, Gloria and Connie. If you are interested inbecoming a volunteer, call the library to find out when you are needed.Library Location and HoursC. C. Mellor Memorial Library: 412-731-09091 Pennwood Avenue • Edgewood, PA 15218Monday-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: 412-824-3567444 Avenue D • Lower Level Senior Citizens BuildingForest Hills, PA 15221Monday, Friday, Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Tuesday, Wednesday 4 to 8 p.m.Visit their website at, www.ccmellorlibrary.org18

Forest Hills Pool Fundraising ProgramsBack in 2008, and due largely in part of skyrocketing expenses in order tomaintain and keep the swimming pool operating, borough council approveda number of fundraising endeavors that included a fundraiser asking for donationsfrom residents to go towards the expenses of the pool. This included a donationof at least $200 and with that donation, donors were to have bricks imprintedand laid at the entrance to the pool. With the initial donations in 2008, brickswere laid successfully at the entrance of the pool and the borough is happy tohave those donors be a permanent part of one of the best community attractionshere in the borough.Since those first donations,the company that printed thebricks went out of business andthe borough has had difficultylocating contractors to imprintsmall numbers of bricks (lessthan 10), until recently whena donor, Veronica Volcheck,called and gave a name of alocal mausoleum monumentcompany who is willing to dosmall orders, and we are happyto report that the orders we now have will be complete. We hope to have this orderdone real soon and the bricks will be installed at the entrance of the pool.We would like to thank those donors who have graciously waited for theirbricks to be installed and want to recognize them here:Brick DonorsDennis and Veronica VolcheckMargie Bachman and Leslie GoldsteinEd and Linda HydeAugie and Jeanne ColaiacoOther DonorsPat and Beverly LaniganBob and Adele EleyNick KosanovichRobert and Adele EleyMary M. GrahamNancy AdamsDr. and Mrs. Robert C. Gast and Mr.Robert B. GastDavid and Kathleen DepnerJack and Gloria Madden15% off all 60-minute services: facials, body waxing, customblend make-up, spa pedicures/manicures with this coupon.Not valid with any other offers or promotions.Offer expires December 31, 2011.Special offer for new clientS:$5 Off Color or mini facial services$10 Off Highlights with Audrey or Nicole19

Community Day Wrap-UpForest Hills Community Day Drawing WinnersMildred Canyock—E-ReaderJoseph Venturella—George Forman GrillDianne Heidingsfelder—Lottery TicketsTom Burg—Honey Baked HamHanna Fetter—Buffalo Wild Wings CertificateRegina Shipley—Keystone Health Club CertificateBrian Vezina—Flat Screen TVGit Getty—Pirate TicketsCary & Cheryl Valyo—Steeler TicketsPat Gongaware—Bistro SetWalter Schratz—Rivers Casino Restaurant CertificateConnie Leary—Kennywood TicketsEleanor Nucci—Rivertowne Restaurant CertificateErica Silvestin—Planet Fitness CertificateDiane Berkowitz—Able Home Center CertificateGeoffrey Fay—Knives SetPaul Price—Planet Fitness CertificateDeb Freeman—Drew’s Restaurant CertificateThe Ricci Family—Hooters CertificateNaome Knolle—Hooters CertificateForest Hills Community Day Contest WinnersWomen’s Rolling Pin Toss1. Celeste Devito—92 ft. 4 inches2. Veronica Rabickow—75 ft.3. Cyndi Glenn—62 ft. 6 in.Marion Srdoch Horseshoe Pitching ContestWayne Schwoegl and Dan BarclayBob McAfoos and Ken PattersonFree Throw Shooting ContestZach WallaceBilly DevitoAshley Azzarello20

Community Day Events!Photoscourtesy ofAnita Raible21

What more do you wantfrom your house?Improve comfort and efficiency.Create more living space.Older houses our specialtyConsulting and Remodelingaj stones.com412-241-6042fall & winter Recreation ProgramsEvening YogaAs a certified yoga instructor for over 21years, Theresa Trojanowski will spend 90minutes helping you relax and unify yourmind, body and spirit while improvingyour health, and easing away stress usingbreathing exercises, special postures andmeditation.(Fall session is currently underwayuntil November 7).Winter Session – 12 weeksDates: Mondays, November 14 toJanuary 30Time: 6 to 8 p.m.Location: Pool LodgeFee: $40Deadline for pre-registration: November 7(After this date, the fee will be $45)Guts and Butts – Feel the burn!Bust those guts and butts doing a 60-minuteworkout with Instructor Miriam Messickwho will lead you in a program ofsquats, leg lifts and overall toning of thelower body and core.Still time to join the fall class!Dates: Wednesdays, September 7 toNovember 23Times: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.Location: Pool LodgeFee: $40Scrap-bookingOrganize your photographs with thisintuitive program taught by CreativeMemories Consultant Fran Vislay. Thisclass is geared towards beginners andintermediate participants who want tolearn how to preserve their most cherishedphotographs. Beginner and advancedcroppers are also welcome. To get startedon the project, please bring two to threephotos to the first class, and learn how tocreate a Short Story card using simple,quick tools. The completed story card canbe displayed or added to an album. Learntips on simple card making, specialty pages,traditional and digital organizing andcropping techniques. Vislay will help youto start a memory album with those photosthat may have been sitting in a closetor an attic and need some well-deservedattention. Each class includes: free ideasheets and attendance gifts, free use ofcropping tools and ideas books. Workshopsupplies and variety scrap-booking sets areavailable for purchase. For more informationor if you have any questions about theclass, call Fran at 412-824-7197.Still time to join the fall class!Fall Session - 12 weeksDates: Tuesdays, September 13 toNovember 29Time: 6 to 10:00 p.m.Location: Forest Hills Senior Center(Avenue D)Fee: $55Dog ObedienceThis class is open to dogs of all ages and tailoredto cover all stages of training. ArleneHalloran, certified dog trainer and breeder,will give a basic introduction to obediencecommands, teach basic disciplines such ashouse breaking and chewing, and show youhow to develop an enjoyable relationshipwith your new puppy. Class size is limitedto 10 dogs; if necessary, a second class willbe added.Still time to join the fall class!Fall Session – 12 weeksDates: Thursdays, September 8to December 1Time: 7 to 8 p.m.Class is limited to 10 dogsLocation: Pool LodgeFee: $4022

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 theborough does not receive the minimum of five participants by the registration deadline, aclass 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 15221Attention: Recreation DepartmentIf registering for more than one class, please submit separate checks or money ordersfor each registration. Please also identify the class name on your payment.)f a l l r e g i s t r a t i o n f o r mName________________________________Phone_____________________Address________________________________________________________Name of Participant Name of Class / Session Fee1. ___________________________ _________________________ _____2. ___________________________ _________________________ _____3. ___________________________ _________________________ _____4. ___________________________ _________________________ _____w i n t e r r e g i s t r a t i o n f o r mName________________________________Phone_____________________Address________________________________________________________Name of Participant Name of Class / Session Fee1. ___________________________ _________________________ _____2. ___________________________ _________________________ _____3. ___________________________ _________________________ _____4. ___________________________ _________________________ _____23

Forest HillsCommunity Service2071 Ardmore BoulevardPittsburgh, PA 15221tel: 412-351-7330Fax: 412-351-7337Presorted StandardU.S. PostageP A I DPittsburgh, PAPermit No. 1155Editor: Cindy M. Simm—Call 412-351-7330 ext. 220 to submit news and story ideas. Graphic Designer: Jennifer LahmersAdvertising Manager: George Schmidtetter—Call 412-241-5093 for advertising information.Published in Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaFor Your InformationGarden Club of Forest HillsThe Forest Hills Garden Club had a wonderful summer. With the hotweather and constant rain showers, the gardens are flourishing.The Hillside Garden in the Forest Hills Park is filled with color andnew plantings. Please take a stroll any evening andenjoy the garden. The club’s newest project, TheButterfly Garden is a work in progress and will besuch an added feature to the park. You will be able tosit and relax on the concrete bench and read a bookand watch residents walk through the park. Theirmembers have done a wonderful job maintaining thelily and grass beds on Ardmore Boulevard.The Annual Community Day in Forest Hills thatwas held on July 4 was once again successful withhaving fantastic raffle prizes and the popular KidsTable back for its second year. On July 7, the club took a bus tour toFellows Riverside Garden in Ohio and it was delightful. In August,the program on bees showed the club how bees contribute to ahealthy garden. In September, they look forward to their annual Picnicin the Park and learn about birds. Their October Herb Programwill tell them the rewards of having an herb garden. In November,they will take a day trip to the Drew Mathieson Center Greenhouseand Horticulture Facility. Also in the beginning of November, theywill be selling Poinsettias (details to follow). The club appreciateslocal businesses and residents supporting this annual fundraiser.They will wrap up the year with their Holiday/PotLuck Luncheon. The club looks forward to a specialholiday program along with musical entertainment.A good time is had by all. They are always lookingfor potential new members…be a guest at one ofthe meetings. They meet the first Thursday of eachmonth (with no meetings in January and February)at 10 a.m.at Hope Lutheran Church on 353 RidgeAvenue in Forest Hills. A newly elected president andboard will start off the year fresh. They are anticipatingunique, educational programs and projects forthe upcoming year.For more information, contact Amy Shugerman-Glasser, PublicityChair at asg59@juno.com or call 412-271-1697. Information onThe Garden Club of Forest Hills can also be found at the borough’swebsite: www.foresthillspa.org.“A garden is a friend you can visit any time.”Editor’s Note: I wish to thank Rick Colella and Chief Williamsfor their contributions to the newsletter.16Check out the Forest Hills Borough Website: www.foresthillspa.org