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SILVER LINING FROM MT. LEBANON ICE CENTER TO THE WINTER OLYMPICS, JOHN-HENRY KRUEGER BRINGS HOME THE SILVER!

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20 Silver Lining From the Mt. Lebanon Ice Center to the 2018 Pyeongchang Olympics, John-Henry Krueger brings home the silver medal in speedskating.

25 Special Section: What’s Trending in Home Improvement The hottest trends for smart home design, bathroom and kitchen makeovers, interior decorating, home office space, windows and doors, outdoor patios, decks and landscaping.

42 Get the Dirt on Spring Fun Flowers are starting to bloom and the sun is shining. It’s time to shed the winter doldrums and swing into spring with some fun festivals and events around town. features

departments 4 From the Publisher 8 IN the Loop: What’s News in Mt. Lebanon 12 IN Good Taste: Edward Shvarts, Owner, Vilka Bistro 16 IN Events: Mt. Lebanon Junior Women’s Club Hosts ‘The Mad Hatter’s Ball’ Benefiting Foster Love Project 51 Mt. Lebanon Public Library 64 IN Focus: Mt. Lebanon at a Glance

sponsored content Industry Insights 9 Family Law: Strassburger McKenna Gutnick & Gefsky 11 Your Finances: Allegheny Financial Group - Matthew Kelly 23 Workers’ Compensation: Conboy Law 30 Home Organization: Tailored Living 41 Parenting: The Goddard School 45 Geriatric Care: Asbury Heights 61 Your Health: Washington Health System 20 63 Veterinary Services: Pittsburgh Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center CONTENTS IN Community is a publication dedicated to on the cover Business Spotlights representing, encouraging and promoting 15 Howard Hanna - Mary Eve Kearns the Mt. Lebanon area and its comprising John-Henry Krueger, who grew up training at the 19 Berkshire Hathaway - Bedillion/Mathews Realtors municipalities by focusing on the talents Mt. Lebanon Ice Center, brings home the silver in 28 Angelo Associates and gifts of the people who live and work 33 A-1 Concrete Leveling the men’s 1,000-meter short track speedskating 37 Escajeda Masonry here. Our goal is to provide readers with at the 2018 Winter Olympics. For more about the most informative and professional regional publication in the Commonwealth John-Henry’s journey, see our story on page 20. of Pennsylvania. Photo by Primetime Shots.

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Welcome to the spring issue of CEO & PUBLISHER IN Mt. Lebanon magazine. Wayne Dollard On March 22, John-Henry Krueger, winner VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS of the silver medal in the 1,000-meter short Leo Vighetti / [email protected] track speedskating competition at the 2018 EDITORIAL DIRECTOR Winter Olympics, attended a community- Julie Talerico / [email protected] wide celebration at Peters Township Public Library. John-Henry’s mom, Heidi, a 1981 REGIONAL EDITORS Mark Berton / [email protected] Mt. Lebo grad, is professional ice skater who South, West & Erie

teaches skating a the Mt. Lebanon Ice Center, Nicole Tafe / [email protected] where John-Henry trained as a boy. North, East & Peters Township Regular contributor Jennifer Brozak caught ART DIRECTOR up with John-Henry to talk about his journey Michael Miller / [email protected] to becoming a speedskater. Be sure to read “Silver Lining” on page 20. SENIOR DESIGNERS Sharon Cobb Finally, we’ve got all the dirt on spring in Jan McEvoy this issue! Don’t miss our spring events guide PUBLISHER’S ASSISTANT for a listing of fun events and festivals the Tina Dollard whole family will enjoy. Here’s to new beginnings! CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Jennifer Brozak Paul Glasser Trill Dreistadt Angela Magee W.B. Fresa Reese Randall

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has been a community staple for over Academy of Pediatrics named Dr. Cicco 30 years. Do not miss your chance to Pediatrician of the Year. experience it yourself! Dr. Cicco is a past president of Parent Tickets are available online at Care, a national association of parents and MTLPercussion.com/tickets beginning professionals that advocates for family- April 6, and frequently sell out early. centered NICU care. He is also a past All concerts are at the Mt. Lebanon president of the Pennsylvania Chapter of High School Fine Arts Theater. For the American Academy of Pediatrics and more information on this concert for four years chaired the planning group THE ULTIMATE GARDEN series, go to MTLPercussion.com, for the AAP National Conference and TOUR www.Facebook.com/MTLPerc, or e-mail Exhibition. [email protected]. In addition, Dr. Cicco is a member Don’t miss the 2018 Town & Country of the Committee to Establish Tour on Sunday, June 24. You’ll visit 15 LOCAL PHYSICIAN Recommended Standards for Newborn beautiful gardens in Mt. Lebanon, Upper ICU Design and is active in many projects St. Clair and Bethel Park. Garden owners ELECTED PRESIDENT directed toward reducing infant mortality. will be on site to discuss their gardens. OF THE ALLEGHENY He has served on numerous health Both self-guided and bus tours are COUNTY MEDICAL department Advisory Committees over available. Each 24-passenger bus reaches SOCIETY the years and currently serves on the the first garden by 9 a.m., and includes Advisory Committee for the Pennsylvania a fabulous lunch by Rania’s in the lovely Robert C. Cicco, MD, has been Metabolic Screening Program and the Davidson Event Center at Pittsburgh installed as the 2018 president of the Allegheny County Health Department’s Botanic Garden. For more information, Allegheny County Medical Society Child Death Review Team. visit PittsburghBotanicGarden.org or call (ACMS). He is the 153rd president of Dr. Cicco graduated from Case 412.444.4464. the local organization that represents Western Reserve University School physicians from all specialties and of Medicine in 1976. He completed provides leadership and advocacy for his residency at Children’s Hospital in patients and physicians. The physician Pittsburgh and a fellowship at Magee- organization has been serving Allegheny Womens Hospital of UPMC. County since 1865. Dr. Cicco and his wife, Anita, reside Dr. Cicco is board certified in in the South Hills. They have four adult pediatrics and neonatal-perinatal sons. medicine. He is now retired, but most recently served as associate director of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at West Penn Hospital and was a clinical LEBO PERCUSSION assistant professor, pediatrics, at Temple PRESENTS 34TH University School of Medicine. ANNUAL EVENING OF A member of ACMS since 1980, Dr. Cicco has served on the Board of PERCUSSION Directors and Executive Committee Mt. Lebanon Percussion will present its since 2014. He was the ACMS treasurer 34th annual “An Evening of Percussion” in 2014, secretary in 2015, vice president concert series on May 24, at 7:30 p.m.; in 2016, and president-elect in 2017. May 25 at 7:30 p.m. with dessert and At the state level, Dr. Cicco served as a silent auction at intermission; May 26 at delegate to the Pennsylvania Medical AREA STUDENTS 1 p.m. (1-hour family concert); and May Society in 2013. He was a member of the DANCE IN ‘THE 26 at 7 p.m. with free cookie reception to PAMED Task Force on State of Medicine NUTCRACKER’ follow. from 2010 to 2013. In addition, he has Danielle Buttlar, a senior at Seton The concert features not only the been the recipient of several prestigious La Salle from Mt. Lebanon, played the nationally recognized concert ensembles, awards, including the ACMS Physician part of the Queen of the Snow and Cori but also African and Brazilian groups, Volunteer Award and the PAMED Sheppard, a Mt. Lebanon senior at Mt. keyboard and drum set ensembles, and Physician Volunteer Award. In 2012, the the fan-favorite drumline and pit. This Pennsylvania Chapter of the American Continued on page 10 >

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Lebanon High School, danced the role of abilities are welcome and you don’t have NEW OPENINGS the Dew Drop Fairy in “The Nutcracker” to have playing partners. For Our School Age Summer Camp as presented by the Carnegie Performing There are some fun events throughout And Fall Preschool Programs Arts Center. Performances were held the year – a day away (playing a course Summer Camp Program at the Andrew Carnegie Music Hall in other than Mt. Lebanon), mixers, a picnic, Daily Activities and Field Trips Carnegie. and some tournaments. Dues for the Fall Preschool Program More than 60 dancers from many year are $22 and members also pay green Follows Creative Curriculum community dance schools ranging and cart fees, which for 2018 will be $22 Dance/Movement Class Storytime/Music with Librarian in age from 5 to adult rounded out (under age 62) or $18 (age 62 and over). Small Group Computer Classes the cast of swirling snowflakes and You do not have to be a Mt. Lebanon “Caring for the children of our candy flowers. Monica Ryan was resident to join. For questions and community since 1983” choreographer and director, and proud membership information, contact Marilyn to celebrate this 42nd anniversary Goodwill at [email protected]. production. For more information Women’s Golf Association of Mt. about the performances, please call the Lebanon Carnegie Performing Arts Center at Women’s Golf Association of Mt. 412.279.8887 or access the website at Lebanon invites you to play every carnegieperformingartscenter.com. Tuesday from April through September. Membership is open to all women, all skill levels, residents and non-residents. For more information, call Sharon Weecare.us 412-446-0033 Ackerman at 412.480.3319. 1819 Ellsworth Avenue, Heidelberg, PA 15106 CHABAD OF THE SOUTH HILLS PROGRAMMING What SetS US apart? 12th Annual Women’s Spring Event Guest speaker Laurie Lans, U.S. military officer who served multiple tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, will be featured at the 12th Annual Women’s Spring Event on Tuesday, Apr. 24. While stationed in war zones, Lans upheld her duties not only militarily but Stacy & Emanuel Romanias also as a Jew despite the obstacles she faced. Hear her stories of events such as We Care! a giant menorah lighting ceremony in Baghdad and how she and her husband C ommunication: Open, honest, and often. No surprises. were the only rabbi and spouse sent by Access: A team of Realtors® at your fingertips. WOMEN’S GOLF the U.S. military for a one-year tour to Resolute: Our client’s interest ALWAYS comes first. We OPPORTUNITIES IN THE Afghanistan. take our fiduciary duty very seriously. SOUTH HILLS In her talk, Lans will also describe some of the amazing people she met along the Experienced: Serving western PA since 2002. Residential & Commercial. Fairway Swingers way in both Iraq and Afghanistan—Jews Are you a woman interested in from around the world who were just as playing golf in a fun, non-competitive surprised to see her as she was to meet environment? Then consider joining them. Fairway Swingers, a women’s golf league The evening will begin at 6 p.m., that plays weekly at the Mt. Lebanon at Chabad of the South Hills, Golf Course. Every Thursday from April 1701 McFarland Road, 15216. Enjoy through most of October, the group plays a light dinner, silent auction and raffle 9 holes, starting anytime between 7:30 prizes. For more information and to and 9 a.m. A round of golf usually takes register, visit chabadsh.com or call www.stacyromanias.com about 2 to 2.5 hours. Ladies of all golfing 412.344.2424. n

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By: Matthew D. Kelly, CFP® May 2017

Not too long ago, I signed up for the new marriage, new house, and newborn extravaganza. As many of you know, and I can certainly attest to now, it is quite the transition. Times were a bit simpler before—pay your rent, go to work, brush your teeth at least twice a day, and look generally presentable. You blink, and all of a sudden you’re saving for two, then three, all while juggling your career, raising a little one, being a thoughtful spouse, paying real estate taxes, and worrying about the overall health of your lawn. My wife may not share that last sentiment... INDUSTRY INSIGHT YOUR FINANCES SPONSORED CONTENT It has been the most exciting, joyous, and fulfilling time of my life. That said, even as a financial planner, it hasn’t been without its nagging thoughts: Am I saving enough? Am I taking advantage2018 of my benefits TAX through LAWwork? Should I CHANGES:be thinking about saving for college already? Would my family be okay (financially)WHAT if something DO terrible THEY happened to MEAN TO ME? me? Should I have anaxes estate are painful.plan in Taxes place? are constantlyWhat the changing. heck individual who receives 1099 income for consulting or contract is a Bumbo? Taxes will never ever go away. Wow, work. Note that there are a lot of nuances to this rule what reassuring and uplifting sentiments! that still need to be ironed out. Before jumping for joy, Although a lot of theseUnfortunately, issues are uncomfortable these are undeniable to discuss reach out to your accountant to see if it’s something and an addedT truths.expense The recentduring changes an already under theexpensive Tax time, that you can actually benefit from. handling them now will not only give you peace of mind but Cuts and Jobs Act will shake things up SO HOW WILL THIS IMPACT ME? a solid foundationmore for than securing usual. The your big family’s question financialis: For future. As with all tax changes, some will benefit and better or worse? Now that the 2017 tax some won’t. What I’ve personally seen with many of College Planningseason is coming to a close (for most), our clients, however, is that most families will realize As you know, collegeI’d recommend is already reaching an (almost out to your illogically) expen- a tax savings. Let’s take a look at a sive journey. That,accountant however, and/or is financial not slowing planner the to majorityget of hypothetical scenario: private collegesa frombetter increasinghandle on how tuition your yearfamily after will be year. If it’s A married couple with a 3-year- impacted by these changes. your family’s wish to help cover some or all of these costs, old and a 6-year-old. They live in Mt. Although everyone’s taxes will be affected start saving when they’re in diapers. The earlier, the better. Lebanon and earn a combined income differently, I wanted to outline a few of the Look to establish a 529 plan and set up an automatic month- you’ve reached retirement, ofyou’re $200,000. no longer They pay relying $12,000 on in wages annual real meaningful, big-picture adjustments in this article. ly contribution for an amount that fits into your cash flow. to sustain your family’sestate lifestyle. taxes andFrom have that current mindset, mortgage term interest of You won’t evenLOWER notice MARGINAL it after a TAXfew RATES months. Also, let the life insurance is truly $11,000.the most They effective also contribute (and cheapest!) $5,000 to charity way each grandparents know.This isThey something just may you’ve want already to lend noticed a hand. if you to go. year. In this example, their total deductions were slashed receive W-2 wages. Around February of this year, you from $53,000 to $26,000. As a result, their federal taxable likely received a bump in your net take-home pay. So how do you incomeknow howincreased much from to $147,000purchase? to $174,000. If you’re Ouch not. Work BenefitsThis is due to the fact that federal tax brackets have On a positive note, however, they picked up an Although there are many and they will differ from company running a thorough analysis on your existing portfolio, been condensed for 2018. To give you an idea—in anticipated growth,additional and $4,000future of cash child taxflow, credits. a goodIn the rulepast, theirof to company, I 2017,wanted a married to highlight couple incurred one in a taxparticular—the rate above earnings precluded them from taking advantage of this thumb is 10x salary. Have a qualified adviser go out to bid Dependent Care25% Flexible once taxable Spending income Account. reached $153,100. This account In 2018, you’re not credit. That $4,000 translates into a dollar-for-dollar reduction to find a reputable insurance company that will provide that allows the parenttaxed to beyond set aside 25% incomeuntil income before exceeds taxes $315,000. in order on their taxes due. All things equal, this couple will save roughly coverage at the most cost-effective rate. If you’re not in to help pay for the costs of childcare. Depending on your tax $4,500 in taxes from 2017 to 2018. A reduction of almost 15% of bracket, this canPERSONAL easily save EXEMPTIONS you 20 to 30% & ITEMIZED on what DEDUCTIONS you elect good health, if you smoke, or have a family history of heart Perhaps the most-discussed aspect of the new tax code has their tax bill! to contribute. disease, for instance, the low-cost alternative may be to been the elimination of personal exemptions and the reductionobtain thatBE level PROACTIVE of coverage through your employer. They in itemized deductions. Don’t wait until you file your 2018 taxes a year from now to Life Insurance will likely offer guaranteed coverage at group rates for up to • State and local taxes, along with real estate taxes, willsome now multiplebegin of planning salary. for these changes. Reach out to your accountant The focus of life insuranceshare a maximum is to cover limit of a $10,000. period As of a timeMt. Lebanon in resident and a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® this spring to run a which your familywith is financially lofty school taxes, vulnerable. that’s a tough This break. window projection for your family. You may find yourself in a favorable of liability typically• Interest exists onduring home yourequity working loans and years. home equity Once lines of position to increase savings or pay down debt faster,Continued. without credit will only be deductible if it’s deemed to be acquisition impacting your regular cash flow. This will undoubtedly benefit debt. Ultimately, that would be financing used to buy, your financial well-being in both the short and long term. construct, or improve your home. CHILD TAX CREDIT For many young families, this will be the difference maker. Before 2018, a child tax credit of $1,000 was available for children under age 17. That has now doubled to $2,000. Just as This Industry Insight was written by Matthew D. importantly, though, is that families with modified adjusted gross Kelly, CFP®. income (MAGI) up to $400,000 can now fully claim the credit. In As an adviser with Allegheny Financial Group, Matt the past, they would have been completely phased out at only helps guide individuals and families toward achieving their distinctive financial goals. Matt and his wife, Mia, $130,000 of MAGI. left the city life behind for Mt. Lebanon in 2016. A few In a similar vein, there’s also a “family credit” of $500 for each months later, they welcomed a son into the world, qualified dependent. 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MT. LEBANON ❘ SPRING 2018 11 INGOOD TASTE Candid conversations with the dining scene’s most engaging chefs Edward Shvarts, Owner, Vilka Bistro

Vilka Bistro fork], I owned serveral other concepts. However, 4607 Library Road, Bethel Park; 412.409.2480, within the next few years I plan on opening four vilkabistrobethelpark.com new restaurant concepts in the Pittsburgh area. I’ll be focused on giving back too, which is important On the Menu: to our company and I’m happy to donate whenever Upscale American fare with an innovative I can. At my other concepts we contributed menu of steak, seafood and pasta. The fresh, product for fundraisers and foundations for made-to-order and locally sourced menu hundreds of kids to raise money for local sports begins with lunch, offering a range of op- teams. There’s a little bit of something for everyone. tions including but not limited to a NY-style Who has influenced your cooking the most? Reuben with corned beef, burgers, chicken sandwiches and chef’s specials. Dinner is a When I was 12 years old and living in New York succulent selection of crab, steaks, and a mix City, I worked for my uncle, Sam, as a dishwasher of pastas and seafood. Ten different drafts are (back then was the day when you could make kids on tap with a variety of beers, IPAs, seasonal work and they had no smartphones). He was the beers, crafts, malt and single malt, as well as a owner and chef and I would watch him all of the tempting wine selection. time. He knew every one of his regulars. He knew Owner Edward Shvarts (center right) with Chef John Curry when they were coming in, what they would order (center left) and the staff (and friends) at Vilka Bistro. and he would have it ready for them. To watch him Describe what led you to open was amazing. important to me, as was to develop a fresh menu Vilka Bistro. What is your inspiration at Vilka Bistro? where nothing is frozen in my restaurant. We have Q A I’ve been in the restaurant industry Mainly, I love to create the menu with my no freezer to make sure of it. all of my life. I grew up in this amazing chef, John Curry. I’m inspired by the industry in New York City. I What kitchen tool can’t you live without? culinary trends found in New York City, Atlanta I would have to say the million-dollar spatula. It attended school in New York and Baltimore and and South Beach. I want to take these regions’ studied business and marketing with a culinary saves you a lot of money. It’s like air and you don’t colorful presentation and utilize the various fresh appreciate it until you don’t have it. My spatula is concentration. In 2005, I moved to Pittsburgh. I ingredients and meats to create something special have family here, plus it’s a great place to raise a a basic plastic in white with a red top and I carry it for people. I like to make sauces and distinctive with me from place to place. family. Before opening Vilka [which is Russian for mixes—food you eat with your eyes. This is very What is your best cooking advice for a novice? It has to be in your blood and it has to be your passion. What is your favorite quick meal to prepare at home? My kids love when I make a grilled, three-cheese sandwich with a bowl of tomato bisque soup on the side. I usually use mozzarella, Swiss and American, but I can use Gouda, Muenster—any kind of cheese. It’s all fresh, and the combo of the sandwich and the soup is delicious. Other than your own restaurant, where’s your favorite place to eat? Eleven in the Strip District. They have a pretty good wine menu and happy hour. What is your favorite go-to ingredient? Salt. I don’t even taste my dishes anymore before I dash it in—no matter what. What’s the next big food or dining trend? The next big trend is—and I don’t know if Pittsburgh is ready for this yet—smaller- proportioned meals, tapas style found in designer menus. You have a full dinner, but for example you order fish, and it’s cut and prepared in four different ways. It’s fresh, new and made to order. n Shrimp Gumbo with Cajun rice and a Creole sauce. —Reese Randall

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From the Mt. Lebanon Ice Center to the 2018 Pyeongchang Olympics, John-Henry Krueger brings home the silver medal in speedskating.

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John-Henry Krueger qualified for the 2018 U.S. Olympic Team after winning the men's 500m, 1000m, 1500m and overall title at the U.S. Olympic Team Trials.

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they were still very young. It wasn’t long took out half of the pack. “Before the fall CONTROULIS AUSTIN BY PHOTO before they were literally skating circles happened, I was in a good position. I knew I around her, racing each other to see who was going to get a medal,” he says. “The fall could go the fastest. guaranteed it.” Neither son showed an interest in figure As one can imagine, winning a medal at skating or hockey. Cole’s speed, however, the Olympics is a surreal experience. soon caught the eye of a coach from the “I experienced the full spectrum of Pittsburgh Speedskating Club. emotions a person can have. But I was more “Cole was skating at a public session, nervous about getting on the podium than when a coach approached him and asked I was before the race,” he says with a laugh. if he’d ever thought of speedskating,” says “The ice is familiar for me. Standing on a John-Henry Krueger won the United States’ first Heidi, a 1981 Mt. Lebanon High School podium in front of a large group of people individual speedskating medal since 2010. graduate. “He tried it, fell in love with it, and was not.” then shortly after, John-Henry joined him. John-Henry’s parents, who accompanied For someone who likes to go fast, slowing He wanted to be like his big brother.” him to South Korea for the Olympic Games, down can be challenging. “All I can do is The club quickly realized that the also felt a wide swath of emotions after the relax and wait to see what happens. Overall, brothers had a unique talent on win. I had a great year with the Dutch team,” he the ice. “Watching my son put that medal around says. “It wouldn’t be terrible to return to the A short-track speedskater, his neck…I just can’t put it into words,” Netherlands.” John-Henry soon outgrew says Heidi. “At the medals ceremony, you’re John-Henry adds that the support he’s Pittsburgh’s speedskating standing in this pen with all of these other received from his hometown has been scene. He began training in parents who might not speak the same overwhelming. “Pittsburgh is a loyal sports Washington, D.C., with his language, but who are all feeling what you’re town, and it’s been great to see how much family making the commute feeling. You’re all just so grateful that all of the city came together to support me and back and forth from Peters your child’s hard work has paid off. You just to recognize my sport.” As of press time, he Township several times a experience such joy that your child has done was scheduled to appear at meet-and-greets week. John-Henry then traveled what he’s set out to do.” around the area. to South Korea to train, and Two days after the Olympics, John-Henry Unlike hockey and football, short-track eventually to the Netherlands, was back on a plane to the Netherlands and speedskating isn’t a popular sport in the where he currently resides. then on to Montreal in March, where he ‘Burgh—or in the country, for that matter— During competition season, he competed at the International Skating Union but John-Henry actually enjoys the below- typically trains six days a week, six World Championships. He ranked 17th the-radar aspect of it. “It’s a relatively new to eight hours a day. overall. sport. It’s still in its infancy, and watching it Cole is also living and training After a much-needed break this spring, grow, evolve and change has been exciting,” overseas and competing at the John-Henry will determine his future in he says. “I may be biased, but I think that elite level, currently racing for the terms of training and competition. Many of short-track speedskating is an underrated but Hungarian team. those decisions, he explains, will be based on incredibly interesting sport.” n On his way to the Olympics, John- assessments made by US Speedskating. Henry fought his way to the top of the pack, eventually becoming one of the sport’s best athletes. He nearly competed at the 2014 Olympics but, in a heartbreaking twist of events, became ill with the swine flu and was unable to compete.

“It was devastating,” says Heidi. “John- BY PRIMETIME SHOTS PHOTO Henry was one of the top speedskaters in the world, and he couldn’t compete. It was a bitter pill to swallow. “But, we’re Christians,” she adds, “and we believe everything happens for a reason.” Four years later, at age 22, John-Henry would finally get to experience Olympic On March 22 at a Peters Township Library celebration, trustees for the Washington County Community Foundation (WCCF) announced they will be providing a $2,500 grant to the Washington County charity competition at the 2018 Olympics in of John-Henry’s choice in his honor. Pyeongchang, South Korea. And he would Pictured L to R: Edward C. Morascyzk, Chairman, Dorothy F. Tecklenburg, John-Henry Krueger, Tammy L.

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In 2017, Lisa R. Hurley completed two major benchmarks in a male- dominated industry: purchasing the remodeling company Angelo Associates Inc., and becoming a Certified Master Kitchen and Bath Designer. Hurley purchased Angelo Associates lnc., a top-rated kitchen and bath remodeling company for which she has worked for 23 years, from Judy and Lou Angelo. Lou Angelo mentored and professionally trained Hurley in every facet of design, remodeling, and managing a family-owned and operated business. She is excited to carry on the Angelos’ legacy and upstanding values, as the company continues to thrive. Raising the ceiling for designers and women business owners in the kitchen design industry, Hurley earned the credentials to become a Certified Master Kitchen and Bath Designer (CMKBD) through the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA). She shares this prestigious accomplishment with one other professional in the Greater Pittsburgh, tri-state area. NKBA mandates strict criteria for becoming a CMKBD, including: must achieve Certified Kitchen Designer and Certified Bath Designer, seven years of industry experience, 100 hours of accredited NKBA education, industry engagement, demonstrated professionalism, and cultivation of new talent. While proud of her awards, accolades and professional achievements, Hurley says, “Although driven by my passion for kitchen and bath design as a working professional, I understand the challenges of balancing work and family. I work hard every day to remain focused on what’s most important—my children, Stephanie and Mason. I measure my success one hug at a time. The example I set is built on a lifetime of unconditional love, honesty, understanding, and encouragement.”

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according to the state Department of Environmental Protection. The main type of technology used to turn sunlight into energy is photovoltaics (PV). You’ll see PV devices in fields or on the rooftops of homes where panel cells absorb sunlight and create an electric field that allows electricity to flow into the home. Individual PV cells, each producing up to two watts of power, are connected to form different- sized modules to fit any home’s needs. The module is then connected to an electrical grid, converting direct-current electricity into alternating-current electricity that is used to power your home. Although Pittsburgh may seem to be often cloudy, there is enough sun to make investing in the technology worthwhile. THINKING OF MAKING THE INVESTMENT? BE SURE TO FOLLOW THESE TIPS: • Smart windows with auto tinting: Gone are the days of having blinds to dust, with the introduction of auto-tinting 1. Shop around – As you would for any big purchase, shop windows. Newer on the market, smart windows are equipped around for quotes. Your first contractor may not offer you with sensors that can read room occupancy, sunlight, and the best price for materials and installation. weather conditions to tint your windows appropriately. While 2. Do your research – There are many different options of they are still a somewhat costly option, manufacturers are solar panels for your home. Assess your electricity needs to marketing them as a way to save up to 20 percent on monthly determine how many panels would provide you with what energy bills. you need. Whether it be solar panels installed in your yard, • Going solar: The cost of going solar has dropped every year or solar shutters on your windows, there are several options since 2009, providing more homeowners with the option available. of harnessing solar energy to power their homes. Solar 3. Look for savings – Tax credits and incentive programs are installations are increasing in Pennsylvania, but solar currently available for those looking to lessen their carbon footprint. produces less than one percent of net electricity generation, Continued on next page >

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s the school year comes to a close, it is only natural for owner of The Goddard School located in Upper St. Clair. “Maintaining kids to look forward to the leisurely nature of the summer a schedule throughout the summer supports an environment that season. The arrival of beach trips, pool parties and is less of a contrast to the classroom and provides a healthy balance sleepovers, however, doesn’t mean that children should between building skills, play and rest.” Adepart completely from their daily routine. Keeping particular He added that families can incorporate the following habits into elements of a child’s day consistent throughout the summer months their children’s day to encourage and maintain a routine throughout keeps the brain focused and helps prevent learning losses during the the summer season: summer. In addition, this can potentially ease the anxiety that often • Early to bed, early to rise: To the best extent possible, children accompanies transitioning into a new classroom or school come fall. should adhere to a regular bedtime each night and wake up at According to research conducted by the National Center for the same time each day. This will not only ensure proper rest but Summer Learning, which is based at the Johns Hopkins School of will establish a sense of discipline as well. Education in Baltimore, Maryland, summer learning loss accounts • Clean up and get dressed: Upon waking up, it is important for about two-thirds of the difference in the likelihood of a student that children brush their teeth, get dressed and perform any pursuing a college preparatory path in high school. As these findings other hygienic tasks that they normally would on a school day. indicate, keeping children’s brains challenged throughout the Allowing kids to stay in pajamas or dirty clothes longer than summer is crucial, since a lack of learning during these months can necessary can result in lazy behavior. have both short-term and long-term consequences. • Make eating an event: Keeping a child on a consistent meal “Routine provides structure, which is often lacking during the schedule is critical to maintaining a sharp body and mind. summer months when children all too quickly become detached from Establish specific times for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and the lessons they learned throughout the school year,” said Bob Santo, sit with children at the table to encourage conversation while eating. • Take a rest: If a child partakes in a scheduled nap time while at school, then he or she should be allotted time at home for READY. regular rest as well. Make this time consistent, perhaps after lunch, and have the child rest in the same place every day. SET. • Perform daily chores: Asking children to help around the house is an ideal way to get them involved in a daily routine. A GOddard! morning chore and an afternoon chore can convey a sense of We help children explore responsibility and supply a sense of rhythm to the day. and discover their interests “In addition to providing consistency, routines can present children through play in a safe with security and comfort as they adjust to the changes that come environment. We provide ample opportunities for along with their new summer schedules,” said Santo. “The purpose fun learning experiences, is not to create rigidity but to provide a flexible structure that promoting a lifelong love of establishes a sense of purpose kids need to grow and mature.” learning in literacy, science, The Goddard School in Upper St. Clair offers a year-round program technology, engineering, for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years old. Children are encouraged arts and mathematics. to develop at their own pace in a warm environment supported by a team of dedicated teachers. The Goddard School FLEX NOW ENROLLING ALL AGES, Learning Program™ is based on a unique learning continuum that encompasses developmental guidelines, formative assessments and INCLUDING KINDERGARTEN! child-focused lesson plans that are delivered in a creative and fun PETERS TOWNSHIP (VENETIA) • 724-941-6464 environment with a child-centered approach to meet each child’s PITTSBURGH (UPPER SAINT CLAIR) • 412-564-3600 individual needs.

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MT. LEBANON ❘ SPRING 2018 41 o lo s ng winter SPRINGtime Fresh GREATER PITTSBURGH FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL Dates: May 25-27 Address: The Meadows Racetrack & Casino, 210 Racetrack Road, Washington Contact: pghfoodtruckfest.com, or 724.223.2628 Get ready to taste the best food on four wheels! The Meadows Casino racetrack will be transformed into a culinary roadmap for the Greater Pittsburgh Food Truck Festival. Dozens of the region’s best food trucks will be in attendance, plus live music and entertainment, craft beer and wine, regional artisans and vendors, and lots more. Visit the website for more details.

45TH NATIONAL ROAD FESTIVAL Dates: May 18-20 Locations: National Road in Somerset, Fayette and Washington Counties Contact: nationalroadpa.org, or 724.437.9877 The Annual National Pike Festival/ Get the National Road Festival is held the third weekend in May. It is known as the “world’s longest festival” happening along 300 miles of the Historic Dirt on National Road in Pennsylvania (Route 40) through Somerset, Fayette, and Washington counties. It is organized by volunteers from every community Spring along the historic corridor. An authentic wagon train makes its way from town to town. Visit the website for more information.

SOUTH HILLS HOME SHOW Dates: April 20-22 Address: Cool Springs Sports Complex, Fun 1530 Hamilton Road, Bethel Park Contact: southhillshomeshow.com Flowers are starting to bloom and the You’ll find fresh ideas and smart advice on home improvement, sun is shining. It’s time to shed decorating and landscaping projects— all under one roof—at the South Hills Home Show. Featuring three action- the winter doldrums and swing into spring with packed days of exhibits, seminars and demonstrations, this will educate and some fun festivals and events around town. entertain individuals interested in information, advice and inspiration. BY KATHY RUDOLPH Visit the website for more information.

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eriatricians manage the health care needs of older adults and bring order to managing what are often complex medical needs. Older individuals may develop disabilities or illnesses that are more common Gto their age group. Many struggle with frailty, frequent falls, problems with memory and medication-related side effects. When selecting a geriatrician, consider these questions: 1. What is the doctor’s background? Medical education? Years of experience? 2. What are the doctor’s office policies and hours? 3. Is the doctor covered under your health care plan? ADDITIONAL GERIATRICIAN TIPS • A geriatrician must be a board-certified physician who has trained in either family practice or internal medicine. þ A geriatrician specializes in treating older adults and can provide knowledge and skill that other physicians cannot. • Your friends and co-workers will be honest with you about • Asbury Heights, part of UPMC Senior Communities, has its own doctors they have used. Find out which health care providers team of board-certified and fellowship-trained geriatricians are popular among friends or those with older relatives and see and nurse practitioners who see residents in Asbury’s Health if one of those would be right for you. & Wellness Center and throughout the Asbury community. • If your loved one has a chronic disease like asthma, diabetes Hospitals, universities and medical societies also have plenty or glaucoma, ask your doctor about any experience treating a of resources for matching you with a geriatrician/health care patient with the disease. provider that fits your needs. • It should be convenient and easy to visit your doctor’s office, so keep in mind: þ Location – Closer to home is better. INTRODUCING THE $5,000 þ Office hours – You want a doctor who is accessible as much ENTRANCE FEE RENTAL OPTION as possible. þ Health care provider availability – If your doctor is inaccessible or out of town, who do you contact instead? THE CHOICE IS YOURS: Are you comfortable with them? Can you be seen by $5,000 ENTRANCE FEE RENTAL OPTION another medical professional within the group? • Available on the majority of apartments and carriage homes • Access to all services and amenities • Will you be using Medicare hospital insurance? If so, determine ENTRANCE FEE OPTION whether your doctor is part of a managed care plan network. If • 50% off refundable and non-refundable options you use the fee-for-service program, you do not need to worry • Available on the majority of apartments and carriage homes about this.

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MT. LEBANON ❘ SPRING 2018 45 Get the Dirt on Spring Fun “Sorcerer’s Apprentice.” Enjoy some fun J.R. TAYLOR MEMORIAL 5K RACE with magicians Doc Dixon and Howard AND WALK Mincone, hear music from the Harry Date: June 2 Potter films, and find out the winner of Address: Washington Elementary School, the Young Artist Competition. Visit the 515 Clifton Road, Bethel Park website for information on purchasing Contact: montourtrail.org, tickets and other details. or runsignup.com This pleasant 5k run/walk benefits the Bethel Park section of the Montour SPRING into Action Trail. It begins just south of the trail’s J.R. Taylor Memorial Bridge over ALLEGHENY COUNTY SPECIAL Clifton Road. Runners travel the flat, OLYMPICS SUMMER GAMES crushed limestone trail to a turnaround Date: May 12 point before Brush Run Road, then Address: Baldwin High School, return north and cross the J.R. Taylor 4653 Clairton Boulevard, Bridge to the finish line. The race’s Baldwin/Whitehall modest size and the trail’s comfortable Contact: bwschools.net/BHS/ width permit walkers to start behind Department/56-special-olympics the runners and obtain an official time Cheer on more than 300 talented if they wish. Visit the website for more athletes at the Allegheny County information on registration and other Special Olympics Summer Games, details. hosted by the Baldwin High School Special Olympics Club. Events run PAWS FOR A CAUSE AT BALDWIN the gamut, from bocce games to track BOROUGH PUBLIC LIBRARY and field. Visit the website for more Date: April 21 (Pre-registration is required.) information on the games, donating, or Time: 11 a.m. volunteering. Address: 41 Macek Drive, #115, Baldwin Borough BARK FOR LIFE Contact: baldwinborolibrary.org, or Date: April 28 412.885.2255 Time: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Come read to an Animal Friends Address: South Park Museum Building dog. All ages welcome! Please bring one and Fairgrounds, Brownsville Road, or more items from the Animal Friends South Park Supply Drive list found on the website. Contact: main.acsevents.org, or Visit online for more information on 724.222.6911 registration and other details. The American Cancer Society Bark For Life is a noncompetitive walk event RELAY FOR LIFE OF SOUTH for dogs and their humans, to raise FAYETTE/BRIDGEVILLE 5K funds and awareness for the American Date: May 19 Cancer Society’s fight against cancer. Address: South Fayette Stadium, 3680 Old By supporting Bark For Life, you help Oakdale Road, McDonald the American Cancer Society save lives, Contact: crowdrise.com/relayforlife5ksfb which helps reach the ultimate goal When you join the South Fayette/ of a world with less cancer and more Bridgeville Relay For Life 5K, you’re birthdays. So bring your best canine helping the American Cancer Society friend for a fun-filled day, starting fund groundbreaking research, crucial with a walk and then continuing with patient care programs, and education demonstrations, contests and games. and prevention information. All Visit the website for more information. proceeds from this 5K benefit the American Cancer Society. Visit the website for more details on registration and other information.

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MT. LEBANON ❘ SPRING 2018 47 Get the Dirt on Spring Fun TREEHAVEN GARDEN CLUB PLANT SALE Date: May 12 Time: 8 a.m. to noon Address: South Park Shops on Route 88, DANIEL TIGER’S WEEKEND AT is required and a parent or caregiver South Park THE TROLLEY MUSEUM must be present in the room. Visit Contact: facebook.com/ Dates: May 11-13 and 18-20 the website for more information on TreehavenGardenClub, or 412.833.7021 Address: Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, registration and other details. Remember Mom with a gift and give 1 Museum Road, Washington back to the community this spring at Contact: pa-trolley.org, or 724.228.9256 ‘ROALD DAHL’S WILLY WONKA’ Treehaven Garden Club Plant Sale! Everyone’s favorite feline will be BY THE OLD SCHOOL THEATER This Mother’s Day weekend event is back at the Pennsylvania Trolley Dates: May 11-12 and 18-20 an opportunity to buy homegrown Museum! Visitors have an opportunity Address: 20 Wabash Avenue, Hickory plants from members’ gardens, unique to ride one of the museum’s restored Contact: osptheater.com, or 724.344.7467 gift baskets and beautiful hanging trolleys to the Trolley Display Building The delicious adventures experienced baskets from Lenik Nursery in where guests can meet Daniel Tiger by Charlie Bucket on his visit to Finleyville. It’s also a great chance to of the PBS show “Daniel Tiger’s Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate talk to seasoned gardeners about their Neighborhood”! Afterward, children factory light up the stage in this successes in defeating deer, pests and can enjoy storytime and play games. captivating adaptation of Roald other gardening issues in the region. The museum’s Event Room will have Dahl’s fantastical tale. Featuring the Treehaven Garden Club, formed in refreshments for guests. Visit the enchanting songs from the 1971 film 1956, is one of the oldest garden clubs website for information on purchasing starring Gene Wilder and new songs in the area. For more information, tickets and other details. by Leslie Bricusse (“Jekyll & Hyde,” follow the Facebook page. “Doctor Doolittle”) and Anthony FRIENDS OF CECIL TOWNSHIP Newley, “Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka” WESBANCO UPTOWN FARMERS PARKS AND RECREATION TOUCH- is a scrumdidilyumptious musical MARKET OPENING DAY A-TRUCK EVENT guaranteed to delight everyone’s sweet Date: May 12 Date: May 12 tooth. Visit the website for more Time: 9 a.m. to noon Time: 11 a.m. information on purchasing tickets and Address: 710 Washington Road, Address: Cecil Township Park, other details. Mt. Lebanon 3599 Millers Run Road, Cecil Contact: mtlebopartnership.org/uptown- Contact: ceciltownship-pa.gov, or farmers-market, or 412.343.3412 724.745.2227 This spring, get everything you Benefiting Cecil Township Parks & Calling AllGREEN need from farmers’ gardens for your Recreation, don’t miss all the vehicles garden or table at this fantastic Farmers that will be in the park! Touch your Thumbs Market, uniquely situated in the heart favorite truck, fire truck, ambulance, HERBS: CULTURE, USES AND of Mt. Lebanon’s Uptown Business school bus, police car, medical District. The small-town feel of the helicopter and many more vehicles. LORE PROGRAM AT MT. LEBANON PUBLIC LIBRARY market combines with the bustle of Parents, don’t forget your camera! a lively business district, offering A concession stand will be open for Date: April 30 Address: Mt. Lebanon Public Library, shoppers everything from produce, snacks and beverages. Visit the website bread, meats and cheese, to arts and for more information. 16 Castle Shannon Boulevard, Mt. Lebanon crafts and more! Visit the website for ■ PRESCHOOL SCIENCE – Contact: mtlebanonlibrary.org, or more information. 412.531.1912 ‘MAGNIFICENT MAGNIFICATION’ Didn’t see your favorite spring event? No AT SOUTH FAYETTE TOWNSHIP The history of herbalism has been problem! Email [email protected] to LIBRARY closely related to the medicinal, submit the information. Date: April 16 (Pre-registration is culinary and spiritual arts. It is both *All events are subject to change. required.) complex and magical while at the same Time: 11 a.m. time accessible to the most novice of Address: 515 Millers Run Road, Morgan gardeners. Phipps Master Gardener Contact: southfayettelibrary.org, or and Registered Nurse Andrea Jackson 412.257.8660 will present a fascinating talk on the Great for little scientists! Join Ms. lore, culture and uses of herbs. A talk Judy for a 45-minute science program to enlighten and inspire the gardener hello spring about magnifying glasses designed in us. Visit the website for registration just for preschoolers! Pre-registration information and other details.

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A PROPER SEND-OFF 1:30-3:30 p.m.: Play with drawing Do you have an old flag that needs machines from the Children’s to be retired? The library now has a Museum and take home some drop box for old flags. Alexander Peltz spiral-y artwork! created the box as a Boy Scout Eagle And more! Project (the Boy Scouts ceremoniously For the adults: retire worn American flags). The box is Stop in today to sign up! We will located on the upper level next to the have giveaways for everyone who elevator. signs up. When you enter, you will be SUMMER READING KICK-OFF eligible to win fabulous raffle baskets! PARTY! We will host special summer reading 9:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m., Tuesday, June 19 programs and events throughout the Sign-up for our summer reading club summer. Check our online calendar today! Activities and fun for all ages. (mtlebanonlibrary.org) for details. For the kids: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. & 5-7 p.m.: Library Director Robyn Vittek thanks Alexander Peltz after he installs the flag drop box. FacePainting. Continued

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SPECIAL EVENTS FROM CONNIE MACK TO DANNY MURTAUGH: IRISH- AMERICANS IN PITTSBURGH BASEBALL MT. LEBANON 7 p.m., Thursday, May 3 LIBRARY GARDEN Colleen Hroncich will join Richard “Pete” Peterson for a VOLUNTEERS discussion of Irish-Americans in Pittsburgh baseball. She is MEET & GREET the granddaughter of legendary Pirates manager Danny 2 p.m., Saturday, Murtaugh and the author of The Whistling Irishman: Danny April 21 Murtaugh Remembered. The discussion will begin with the Stop by to meet early days of baseball when Irish-American ballplayers our wonderful fought to overcome the ethnic stereotype of the drunken volunteer garden hooligan and went on to dominate baseball by the beginning crew and learn of the 20th century. The discussion of Irish-Americans in about what they Pittsburgh baseball will range from Hall-of-Famer Connie do and how you Mack, who began his career as a manager in Pittsburgh, can join the fun. to Danny Murataugh, who led the Pirates to World Series Weather championships in 1960 and 1971. Pete Peterson is co-author permitting, there of The Slide: Leyland, Bonds and the Star-Crossed Pittsburgh will be tours of the Pirates and the editor of The Pirates Reader. This event is library’s gardens. sponsored by the Mt. Lebanon Historical Society. Come Grow with Us. IKEBANA WORKSHOP 1 p.m., Saturday, May 5 INTO YOUR GENIUS—HOW TO UNLOCK YOUR SIX Ikebana artist Reiko Nakajima will teach you the basics MENTAL FACULTIES of the art of Japanese flower arranging in the Sogetsu 1 p.m., Monday, April 30 School style. Ikebana, which translates to “living flowers,” You have in your possession everything you need to create is an ancient art form that dates back to the 7th century. everything you want. Join this interactive group to learn Attendees will have the opportunity to create their own the six mental faculties and how to apply them to your life. arrangement. Registration is required online, at the library or Presented by Ruth Jane Martin, certified Law of Attraction life call 412.531.1912. coach. SPRING LOCAL AUTHOR FORUM HERBS: CULTURE, 7 p.m., Tuesday, May 8 USES AND LORE This panel discussion will feature some of our region’s authors 7 p.m., Monday, who will talk about their writing process and work. Kathy April 30 Bashaar: Saint’s Mistress; Wendy Weaver Graham, PhD, and The history of Carole Kunkle-Miller: Emotional Balancing with Essential Oils: herbalism is related A Self-Guided Journey; Bob Konig: Of Good and Evil: Prelude to to the medicinal, the Holocaust; Steve Maiolo, Dannie Maiolo, and Mickey Eves culinary, and (Illustrator): Where is Opie?; Sydelle Pearl: Wordwings; Donald spiritual arts. It is C. Thompson: Brain Cramps from My Balcony; Noretta Willig: both complex and Carl’s Story. Authors will be selling and signing their books. magical while at Light refreshments. Authors will be announced later. Please the same time check the library’s website for details. accessible to the most novice of gardeners. Phipps Master Gardener and registered nurse Andrea Jackson will present a fascinating talk on the lore, culture, and uses of herbs. HISTORY OF RUG BRAIDING FOR NATIONAL LUMPY RUG DAY! 10 a.m., Thursday, May 3 Nationally recognized author and rug braider Christine Manges will introduce you to this uniquely American art form with a lecture on the history of rug braiding followed by a demonstration of her craft.

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WIL FORD Q: Favorite book? Wil Ford started volunteering at Mt. A: The Killer Angels Lebanon Public Library in 2016 after by Michael Shaara he answered an ad in the Friends because I once newsletter and was subsequently lived in rural recruited as a garden volunteer. Wil is no Pennsylvania in an stranger to giving his time: in the past 20 old country store years he’s done a lot of volunteering as that was raided by a Penn State Master Gardener teaching Confederate soldiers gardening classes, answering questions during the weekend of on garden hotlines, and community the battle of Gettysburg. garden projects. Q: Favorite author? A: It is difficult for me to choose a Q: Favorite part of volunteering? favorite author because there are A: The satisfaction of completed many authors of crime and mystery Q: What’s the library’s best-kept projects and compliments of the books among them, but I enjoy secret? library patrons. John Sanford, Lee Child, and Patricia A: The New York Times hidden under the Q: What keeps you coming back? Cornwell. counter. A: Returning to the gardens every Q: Favorite movie? Q: Favorite hobbies or pastime Monday is always a pleasure A: Lonesome Dove. I enjoyed the story outside of the library? because of the camaraderie with the of the Old West and two of my A: Fishing, working in my shop, and other volunteers, a great group of favorite actors—Tommy Lee Jones enjoying my grandchildren. dedicated gardeners. and Robert Duvall—were the perfect Find out how you can join the library’s Q: Why the library? cast. volunteer gardeners at a Meet & Greet A: I have always been interested in Q: What would your autobiography reception, 2 p.m., Saturday, April 21. libraries because I feel they are be called? the heart of a community, often Stop by to meet our wonderful volunteer A: A Gentleman Farmer. garden crew and learn about what they underfunded and in need of Q: If you could be any fictional volunteers, and for me, a way to keep do and how you can join the fun. Weather character, who would you be? permitting, there will be tours of the reading and learning. A: Robin Hood. Q: What are you currently reading? library’s gardens. Come Grow with Us! A: The Pelican Brief by John Grisham.

Celebrate spring with a special Garden Party Tea. We will be Manges will teach you this uniquely American art form. By serving a selection of sweet and savory treats in the English making a small round braided coaster, you will learn the High Tea style. You will have an opportunity to sample a skills necessary to make a round braided rug of any size. No variety of floral, fruity and herbal teas. Author Carol Chernega experience necessary. Kit provided ($5 suggested donation). will provide a presentation on the Secret Gardens of England. Class size is limited; register online, at the library, or call Fancy hats are strongly encouraged. There is a $10 fee, which 412.531.1912. will be collected at the door. Registration is required online or AN AYURVEDIC VIEW OF STRESS call the library at 412.531.1912. 7 p.m., Thursday, May 17 WHY DECLARING JERUSALEM AS CAPITAL OF ISRAEL IS Learn practical tools for diffusing stress in your body type CONTROVERSIAL according to Ayurveda. Ayurveda provides specific lifestyle, 7 p.m., Tuesday, May 15 dietary, herbal, and yogic strategies for individuals that can Samuel Kayam will provide a historical review of the city both diffuse tension and also help build a strong foundation of Jerusalem and its importance to the three monotheistic to combat stress. This will be a GENTLE movement and religions. He’ll also discuss Jerusalem in modern times as well practice-based class. Attendees can bring their own yoga as international milestones concerning sovereignty on the mats or use a provided chair for this session. Attendees city and its holy places. Kayam was born in Israel and raised in may also wish to bring a notepad to take notes during the the northern city of Haifa. class. Instructor Francesca Michelle Gold studied Ayurveda BEGINNING RUG BRAIDING in Rishikesh, India, and has completed certificate courses in 12:30 p.m., Thursday, May 17 Ayurvedic Anatomy and Physiology and Diagnosing Methods Nationally recognized author and rug braider Christine and Skills.

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ART AND THE WRITTEN WORD: LITTLE LAKE THEATRE legendary figure. Drawing on more than 100 interviews 6:30 p.m., Saturday, May 19 conducted over decades of acquaintance, Rodell delves into Join your friends and neighbors for this after-hours cultural Palmer’s character away from the game, examining his get-together at Mt. Lebanon Library. In this year-long series, relationship to his hometown and its people. The insights and you will experience the inspiration of words as they are anecdotes showcase a different side of Palmer, giving fans a brought to life through the performing arts! Enjoy food, fun, glimpse of the King passing up his throne for a barstool, and an opportunity to talk with the artists. For friends and Magnolia Lane for Main Street, and the big stage for the small families of all ages! This month: actors and representatives town. Rodell’s perspective is equal parts journalism and fan from Little Lake Theatre in Canonsburg. mail, combining a professional approach with a relatable, accessible voice. Rodell’s writing has appeared in publications including Sports Illustrated, Esquire, Men’s Health, Golf and Arnold Palmer’s Kingdom Magazine.

BACKYARD COMPOSTING WORKSHOP 7 p.m., Tuesday, May 22 This workshop thoroughly covers the importance and benefits of composting, the process, setting up a compost WORLDWIDE KNIT IN PUBLIC DAY pile, proper maintenance, and ways of using finished 10 a.m., Saturday, June 9 compost. Participants will receive a FreeGarden Earth Calling all needleworkers or anyone who wants to learn or Compost Bin with attendance. This bin is ideal for urban and observe... Join Mt. Lebanon Public Library’s Knitting and suburban areas and has an 82-gallon capacity. Cost: $70 per Crochet Group in our courtyard as we celebrate Worldwide person/$75 per couple. Register at prc.org/programs/ Knit in Public Day. Drop in at any time during the event. conservation-workshops/backyard/ or 412.488.7490 x226. Needles and yarn will be available if you’d like to give it a try. Rain or shine. In case of rain, we will knit inside near the Mind, Body, Spirit area and magazines.

CHRIS RODELL PRESENTS ARNOLD PALMER: HOMESPUN STORIES OF THE KING BOARD GAME AFTERNOON 7 p.m., Thursday, May 31 1-5 p.m., Saturday, June 23 Author Chris Rodell will discuss his new book Arnold Palmer: Do you have a game you love to play, but just don’t have Homespun Stories of The King, which offers a new take on the enough players? Are you dying to play a new game? Grab your friends and games, and come to the library for our

54 724.942.0940 TO ADVERTISE ❘ icmags.com special weekend board game session! We have everything UKULELE JAM from board games and RPGs to card games for you to use. All SESSIONS ages and skill levels welcome! Refreshments will be served. 6:30 p.m., Tuesdays, April 24, WEEKLY & MONTHLY ACTIVITIES May 8, May 22, June 12, 26 Ukulele players can jam with other players. All levels welcome. Questions? Contact Patty_wms@ hotmail.com. No need to register, but you must have your own ukulele.

CDC CAREER COUNSELING 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Thursdays Struggling to find a job? Underemployed? WorkAble can help by combining the services of career counselors, regional employers, and volunteers to provide seamless services in geographically diverse locations throughout Allegheny County. Job seekers will work closely with a career counselor to create and implement a job search plan. WorkAble provides access to free one-on-one career counseling, workshops, employer-hiring events, career fairs, and networking opportunities. By appointment only. Call 412.904.5993 to schedule an appointment or visit INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S CONVERSATION CIRCLES workableac.com 10 a.m., Wednesdays, May 9, June 13 If you’ve recently moved to Mt. Lebanon from another country, stop by for tea, refreshments, and conversation. Learn about your new community while you make new friends. New women residents are welcome to practice their English while they learn about local activities and services available for themselves and their children. MT. LEBANON PUBLIC LIBRARY ZENTANGLERS Noon, Thursdays, April 26, May 10, 24, June 14, 28 Zentangle is a simple technique YOGA FOR YOU of pattern drawing 1 p.m., Sundays, April 22, May 13, June 10, 24 that is relaxing, Stop by for a basic 60-minute flow class that both beginners meditative, and experienced practitioners will enjoy. intriguing, and fun. All you need is a MT. LEBANON WRITERS’ GROUP pen and paper. 7 p.m., Mondays, May 14, June 11 Join other writers in sharing and editing your work for personal use or for publication.

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ADULT CHESS GROUP is topic oriented—you may join at any time without being 2 p.m., Fridays, April 20, May 11, 18, June 8, 15 concerned you have missed earlier sessions. Presenter If you are looking for a place to get together and play chess, Rodger Duffy has a master’s degree in historical geography try this new group. All levels welcome. The library has chess from Northwestern University. He taught at DePaul University sets, but asks participants to bring their own if possible. in Chicago and the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. Questions? Email Art at [email protected]. MT. LEBANON GENEALOGY SOCIETY 1 p.m., Monday, May 21 Discuss family history and pick up research tips. This month, James R. (Bob) Hagerty will talk about how to write life stories about oneself or others, and how to interview loved ones to preserve their recollections in your genealogy. Bob is the Wall Street Journal’s only full-time obituary writer, writing about the lives of prominent people worldwide. EMOTIONAL BALANCING WITH ESSENTIAL OILS 7 p.m., Monday, May 21 Psychologists Wendy Weaver Graham, PhD, and Carole Kunkle-Miller, PhD, authors of Emotional Balancing with Essential Oils: A Self-Guided Journey, will discuss their work using essential oils to improve insight into personal feelings and various emotional states. BOARD GAME NIGHT 7 p.m., Tuesdays A fun night of strategy and competition playing Euro-style board games. CARNEGIE SCREENWRITERS GROUP 10 a.m., Saturdays, April 21, May 19, June 16 MAH JONGG Script readings, networking, and discussions of writing and 6 p.m., Thursdays filmmaking. Stop by for a challenging and fun evening playing the American version of Mah Jongg. READERS’ THEATER GENERAL MEETING 2 p.m., Tuesdays, May 15, June 19 NANCY DREW: THE HISTORY BEHIND THE MYSTERY This group performs for senior living facilities in the South 7 p.m., Monday, June 25 Hills area. So what is Readers’ Theater? Well, the difference Tara Rotuna will discuss the 80+ years of Nancy Drew history. between theater and Readers’ Theater is that there is no Uncover who created Nancy Drew and why, and who has stage setting—the “actors” read from scripts (so there is no continued to write stories to this day. Raffle for Nancy Drew memorizing of lines). However, it is not merely reading: the books to follow the discussion. actors do act and interact with each other, bringing scenes to life for the enjoyment of the audience. The group is always INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGE GROUPS seeking new members, so drop by a general meeting to learn more.

SOUTH HILLS SCRABBLE CLUB CONVERSATIONAL CHINESE AND CHINESE CULTURE 1 p.m., Saturdays 7 p.m., Thursdays For teens and adults. Practice your conversational Chinese and explore Chinese culture. All levels welcome. THE FRENCH AND INDIAN WAR - A GEOGRAPHIC VIEW 10 a.m., Mondays, May 14, June 11 Sessions include lecture, discussion, and videos. Each session

56 724.942.0940 TO ADVERTISE ❘ icmags.com ITALIAN CONVERSATION 10 a.m., Thursdays All levels welcome. MORNING SPANISH LITERATURE & CONVERSATION GROUP 10 a.m., Wednesdays Speak and read in Spanish on a variety of topics. All levels welcome. IRISH GAELIC CLUB 10 a.m., Saturdays, April 28, May 12, 26, June 9, 23 FRANCOPHONE LITERATURE & CULTURE 10 a.m., Wednesdays, May 2, June 6 Read and discuss—in French—the modern and classical writers of the Francophone world. New members welcome. GERMAN CONVERSATION GROUP KNITTING AND CROCHET GROUP 7:30 p.m., Mondays, April 23, May 14 10 a.m., Wednesdays, May 2, 16, June 6, 20 Practice your German conversation. All levels welcome. FRENCH CONVERSATION 7 p.m., Thursdays, April 19, May 17, June 21 Practice your French in an informal setting. (April class begins at 6:30 p.m. for a film.) SLOVAK HERITAGE 7 p.m., Mondays, May 7, June 4 May: Weddings in Slovakia with speaker Otilia Golis June: History of the Pittsburgh Agreement with speaker Rich Kocur TURKISH CONVERSATION GROUP 2:30 p.m., Saturdays, May 5, June 2 Each class has a cultural activities segment and a session taught by a Turkish teacher. COLORING SENIORS 1 p.m., Tuesdays, April 24, May 8, 22, June 12, 26 Adult coloring is one of the most popular ways to relax and AARP DRIVER SAFETY CLASS 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Monday, May 7, and Tuesday, May 8 express creativity. All supplies and coloring pages provided, THIS IS A TWO-DAY CLASS but feel free to bring your own coloring books. By taking a driver safety course, you’ll learn the current MONTHLY BOOK CLUBS rules of the road, defensive driving techniques, and how to operate your vehicle more safely in today’s increasingly Details and titles on the events calendar at challenging driving environment. You’ll learn how you can mtlebanonlibrary.org manage and accommodate common age-related changes in vision, hearing, and reaction time. For questions about this class, call the instructor John Spavaro at 412.531.5690. Space is limited. Register at the library, by phone at 412.531.1912, or online at mtlebanonlibrary.org. $15 for AARP members and $20 for nonmembers (payable at the first class). You may be eligible to receive an insurance discount upon completing the course, so consult your insurance agent for details. AARP membership is not required to take the course and there are no tests to pass. MT. LEBANON CONVERSATION SALON 10 a.m., Tuesdays, May 1, June 5 Stop in to talk about current events and issues with friends MYSTERY READERS and neighbors. 7 p.m., Tuesdays, May 15, June 19

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BOOK CHAT PRESCHOOLERS CAN CODE 1:30 p.m., Mondays, April 23, May 21, June 25 10 a.m., Monday, May 21 EVENING BOOK GROUP Drop-in between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. to be a part of Remake 7 p.m., Mondays, April 23, May 21, June 18 Learning Days at the Mt. Lebanon Library. Preschoolers and their caregivers will co-play with robots that teach SCIENCE FICTION BOOK GROUP computer programming basics such as planning, sequencing, 7 p.m., Wednesdays, April 25, May 23, June 27 debugging, and logical reasoning. Finish with a problem- SHAKESPEARE READERS solving scavenger hunt to win a prize! This program was 10:30 p.m., Mondays, April 23, 30, May 7, 21, June 4, 18, 25 generously funded by Matt’s Maker Space and ACLA. MORNING BOOK DISCUSSION Registration begins April 30. 10:30 a.m., Mondays, May 14, June 11 CODING CAMP 3 p.m., Monday-Friday, June 25-29 TEENS A week-long coding camp for kids going into grades 3-5. OTAKU LEBO You must register for the entire week. Pre-registration begins 3:15 p.m., Thursdays, May 3, June 7 June 4. This program is a part of our Matt’s Maker Space Year Middle and high school students can share their love of all of Making and was generously funded by Matt’s Maker Space. things manga and anime and explore Asian popular culture. TAIL WAGGING TUTORS JUST FOR KIDS 7 p.m., Thursday, June 7 Children can read aloud to a furry friend. Therapy Dogs International trains dog listeners. Registration required in the children’s library. HOLA NINOS! 10:30 a.m., Saturdays, May 5, June 2 Learn Spanish through songs, stories, games, and puppets. For children ages 3-6 and their families. TUESDAY CRAFTERNOONS 4 p.m., Tuesdays, April 24, May 1 ROBOTS Tuesday, May 15, 1 p.m. Kids ages 4 to 8 can tap into their creative side with stories Robots on a Mission and art. For kids in kindergarten through second grade PAJAMA STORYTIME School is out today, so come learn about robots at the 6:30 p.m., Thursdays, May 10, June 14 library with the Carnegie Science Center! Discover binary Enjoy interactive stories and creative activities in this monthly code and learn how to communicate with your fellow evening storytime. Wearing PJs is optional, but fun. For ages robots to get the job done! Robot on a Mission is a Science 3-6 and family. on the Road program. CHESS CLUB 2:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m., Wednesdays, May 9, June 13 Robots vs. Humans Chess fun for kids in kindergarten to grade seven. For kids in third through fifth grade School is out today, so come learn about robots at the LEGO CLUB 4 p.m., Wednesdays, April 25, May 23 library with the Carnegie Science Center. Master binary Create Lego structures; each month will be a different theme. code, perform tasks without using your fingers, and Pre-register. For children ages 7 to 12. program a robotic car. Robots vs. Humans is a Science on the Road program. PLEASE CHECK AT THE CHILDREN’S LIBRARY FOR AN UPDATED LIST OF STORYTIMES, BOOK DISCUSSION Registration for both classes begins on April 17 at 9 a.m. GROUPS, AND OTHER FUN PROGRAMS! These programs are part of our Matt’s Maker Space Year of Making and was generously funded by Matt’s Maker Space.

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KRISTA MENDOZA, DVM, DAVDC, ANIMAL DENTAL CLINIC OF PITTSBURGH, LLC y 3 years of age, over 75% of dogs and cats have disease any dental treatment should be a healthy, functional, pain-free of the teeth and gums called periodontal disease. The mouth. process starts when bacteria in the mouth combine The key to preventing periodontal disease is plaque removal. Bwith food and saliva to form plaque. When plaque is The gold standard in home dental care for animals is daily tooth not removed from the tooth surface, it mixes with minerals in brushing, but less than 2% of pet owners brush their pets’ teeth. saliva, which creates a hard substance called tartar or calculus. Toothpaste specially formulated for dogs and cats should always Once this hard layer is formed, it is no longer easily removed be used because it is fluoride free. Brushless gels and oral sprays with dental home care. Tartar in pets is often visible by owners as with enzymes are useful in cases where the owner can only get brown, gray or yellow discoloration on the teeth. into the pet’s mouth for a short period of time. Healthy chewing Although tartar is unsightly on the tooth surface, it is what with dental-formulated diets and treats can help mechanically happens beneath the gums that is the most important part of cleanse the teeth like a brush. Avoid offering very hard objects periodontal disease. Plaque bacteria move deeper under the (antlers, pig hooves, “indestructible” hard plastic chews, etc.) to gums and release toxins, which destroy tissue and activate the your pet to chew on as these may fracture teeth. Water additives body’s immune system. As the disease progresses, teeth become are another option to introduce enzymes that control plaque loose and dental abscesses form. With advanced infection, in your pet’s mouth while drinking. It is very important to avoid bacteria in the mouth gain access to the bloodstream and products with a high alcohol content, which can burn sensitive travel through the body. Signs of dental disease in dogs and gum tissue, or xylitol, a sugar substitute that is toxic to animals. cats are bad breath, difficulty eating, sensitivity when chewing, Even with very good home care for your pet, periodic reluctance to eat hard food, avoiding toys, anorexia, weight loss, professional dental cleanings under anesthesia may still be behavior changes, drooling, bleeding from the mouth, pawing at needed. An oral exam and dental care discussion should be part the face, and swelling along the muzzle or jaw. of your pet’s regular checkups with the family veterinarian. For Treatment for periodontal disease depends on the extent and complicated cases involving high anesthesia risk or advanced severity of infection. A professional veterinary dental cleaning periodontal disease, your veterinarian may discuss referring your to remove plaque and tartar should always be performed under pet to a veterinary dental specialist. general anesthesia to thoroughly clean and polish the teeth and treat below the gum line in a pain-free manner while protecting the animal’s airway. Dental radiographs taken under general This Industry Insight was written by Dr. Mendoza.

anesthesia are an essential tool when determining the degree Dr. Mendoza graduated from the U of IL College of of infection hidden along the roots and bone, and if treatment Veterinary Medicine in 1997 and completed a Small options other than extraction of teeth are possible. The animal’s Animal Dental Residency Program there, becoming a Diplomate of the American Veterinary Dental overall health and owner’s willingness to provide home dental College in 2002. After practicing in North Carolina, care are important factors to consider. Any teeth that are loose Dr. Mendoza founded the Animal Dental Clinic of or have significant infection should be removed. The goal with Pittsburgh in 2008.

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