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Ross Township Independence Day Parade and Celebration

The annual Ross Township Independence Day Parade and celebration is scheduled for July 5, 2020! If you would like more information on how to participate, please call the Recreation Department at 412-931-7041. Stay tuned for more information on times, activities, and the fantastic fireworks display! 

Ross Township Great American Cleanup Day

The Keep America Beautiful Great American Cleanup is the nation’s largest community improvement program, which takes place annually during spring in an estimated 15,000 communities nationwide.

The Great American Cleanup, which marks its 22nd year in 2020, engaged more than 550,000 volunteers and participants in 2019 to create a positive and lasting impact. 

The Great American Cleanup prompts individuals to take greater responsibility for their local environment by conducting grassroots community service projects that engage volunteers, local businesses, and civic leaders. A successful Great American Cleanup project must fulfill the needs of the local community.

The Ross Township Great American Cleanup Day will be held on April 18, 2020.

The Great American Cleanup began as a litter cleanup initiative designed to aesthetically improve our environment by creating cleaner parks, streetscapes, and public spaces through litter removal and elimination. To this day, community cleanups remain at the very heart of the campaign, and the results are remarkable. In 2019 alone, more than 23.4 million pounds of litter and recyclables were collected by volunteers throughout the country.

Upcoming Programs

Preschool Basketball:

Spring 2020 Session begins March 9 - March 30, 2020
Mondays from 5:45 - 6:45PM, and the cost is $40 residents / $50 non-residents 

Great basic basketball skills and exercise opportunity for young girls and boys! Kids in this program will start by learning basic skills: handling, passing, and shooting the ball. Further into the program, instructors will intermix games with intro to basketball skills practice. Kids ages 3-6 should be registered in advance for the program.

Learn to Play Pickleball

Get in on this new fun game that is sweeping the country. Pickleball is played on a badminton-sized, low-net court with paddles similar to ping-pong paddles. The ball used is similar to but slightly smaller than a wiffle ball. The lower net and lighter ball allow the game to be accessible to people of all ages and abilities. Pre-registration is required. Please call the Ross Township Recreation Desk at 412-931-7041 for more information or to sign up!

Zumba

Zumba is a fitness program that combines Latin and international music with dance moves. Join Dionna as she incorporates dance moves with alternating fast and slow rhythms to help improve cardiovascular fitness.

Spring Session: Wednesdays 6 - 7PM
                          March 4, 2020 thru May 20, 2020 (11 sessions)
Full Session:
     Residents: $88.00
     Non-residents: $99.00

Weekly Drop in:
     Residents: $10.00
     Non-residents: $11.00

FEATURE EVENTS FOR ADULTS AT NORTHLAND

Registration required to attend these free programs where noted. For more information and to register: www.northlandlibrary.org or call the Ask A Librarian desk at 412-366-8100 ext. 113.

HISTORY ON A PLATE
Thursday, March 12 at 7PM

Pittsburgh’s food scene is hot these days, but this isn’t the first time that what’s on the menu has dominated local conversation or civic debate. Join the Heinz History Center for an offbeat look at Pittsburgh history through an exploration of five foods that Pittsburghers clamored for or against in the 19th and 20th centuries. From free lunch saloons and civic soup lines to a crusading journalist during World War II, this program will serve up a tasty menu of surprising tales about Pittsburgh’s culinary past. Registration required.

 
GET HOOKED ON FLY TYING
Monday, March 16  at 7PM

Whether you're new to fly fishing or an expert, it helps to learn how to make your own fly. Join us for this hands-on workshop where we'll learn to make a wooly bugger. This versatile fly can be used in many different fishing situations and is a good fly for beginners and pros alike. Registration required.


AYURVEDA COOKING WITH ANN
Monday, March 23 at 7PM

Ayurveda cooking focuses on balancing what we eat to create a healthier you. Our favorite Indian cook, Ann Manchella, will about the ideas behind Ayurveda cooking and demonstrate the preparation of a tasty vegetarian dish from South India. Watch her preparation and taste a generous sample. Copies of the recipe will be available for you to take home and try for yourself. Registration required.


ASK THE ORGANIZER
Thursday, March 26 at 7PM

Have you resolved to get organized this spring? Ask the experts! NAPO (National Association of Professional Organizers) Pittsburgh is here for you! A panel of local Professional Organizers will join us to answer all of your organizing questions for home, office, family, paper, downsizing, and holidays. You will learn every day, valuable tips to use for a lifetime of order! Registration required.


NEW VOTING SYSTEMS DEMO
Monday, March 30 from 12 to 6PM, Lower Lobby

Allegheny County has a new voting system starting in April’s primary election. Join volunteers from Allegheny County to take part in demonstrations of the new machines. No registration required for this drop-in demonstration.

To learn more and get updates on other demonstration locations, visit Allegheny County’s website. No registration required for this drop-in demonstration.

TRAVEL TO ITALY
Thursday, April 2 at 6:30PM

For many, traveling to Italy is a lifelong dream. Join Lorenzo Dellagiovanna as he guides you through Italy's rich history, beautiful arts, unique culture and traditional lifestyle, while providing you with everything you need to know to organize the trip of your dreams. A Milan native, Lorenzo will share original stories and suggestions to help you understand the extraordinary charm of the Italian culture. Registration required.

Everyone in the audience will have access to two free Italian language lessons with T&L Global, a premier language center located in Pittsburgh, PA.

FEATURE EVENTS FOR CHILDREN AND TEENS AT NORTHLAND

Registration required to attend these free programs where noted. For more information and to register: www.northlandlibrary.org or call the Ask A Librarian desk at 412-366-8100 ext. 113.

READ ACROSS AMERICA DAY STORYTIME
With a special guest reader -State Representative Sara Innamorato
Monday, March 2 at 10AM

Preschoolers and their families are invited to join us for stories from all around the world along with library surprises as we celebrate the joy of reading! No registration required.


HOME-SCHOOL MEETUP
Digital Citizenship-Responsible use of social media for teens and ‘tweens
Friday, March 6 from 10 to 11AM

Philip Little from the Attorney General's office will be here to present a frank discussion regarding Digital Citizenship. Digital Citizenship is a program that explains what is expected of you while online and appropriate use of social media. The consequences of improper use of the internet, dangers online, cyberbullying and your “digital footprint” will be explored.  We all need to be good digital citizens as part of our cyber community. Parents are welcome, but not required, to attend with their teen and/or ‘tween. Registration required. Please register each student separately and under their own name.
 
 
NORTHLAND CHILDREN’S CHESS TOURNAMENT
Saturday, March 7 from 9:30 am to 1:30PM

Chess players will compete for trophies in two divisions: Kindergarten through 4th grade and 5th grade through 8th grade. First place winners in each division will move on to represent Northland Library in the county-wide finals. Registration required.
 

FAMILY FUN NIGHT
Science-Technology-Engineering and Math!
Tuesday, March 10 from 7 to 8PM

Families with children in first through fifth grade will explore STEM through various fun activities. Adult must attend with child. Please register each child attending individually.


NEW! NORTHLAND TEEN GENDER AND SEXUALITY ALLIANCE (GSA)
Tuesday, March 17 from 6:30 to 8:30PM

Come hang out with a group of LGBTQIA+ friends and allies on the third Tuesday each month to have fun, be your true self, strengthen community, and of course eat snacks! No registration required. Ages 13 to 18.
 
MINUTE-TO-WIN-IT-CHAMPIONSHIP
Wednesday, April 1 from 7 to 8PM

Can you keep a feather in the air for a minute? Stack a mountain of cups?
Move a cookie from your forehead to your mouth... without using your hands?
Show off your skills and maybe win some prizes at our April Fool’s Minute-to-Win-it Championship! Registration required and begins on March 1. Ages 12 and up.
 
DOLLARS & SENSE FAMILY FUN NIGHT
Wednesday, April 8 from 7 to 8PM

A rollicking evening of "Minute-to-Win-It" style games with a financial literacy theme for families with children in kindergarten and up. (No, really! We promise it will be way more fun than it sounds!) This family night of financial fun is designed to get the ball rolling on teaching kids about money.
Please register each family member individually. Registration begins March 15.

Spring Leaf Bag Collection

Ross Township Public Works Department will be picking up leaf bags April 1st through April 17th. There will be no pickup on Good Friday, April 10th. Please use only brown paper recycling bags. Wet leaves, grass, and rocks are not acceptable and should be placed out with your weekly refuse pickup. Dry leaves, small twigs, or dead plants are acceptable. Tree branches are not to be put in leaf bags. Please contact Ross Township Public Works Department at 412-931-3956 for details on monthly branch pick up.