Five Things You Need to Know This Week

1. Health Fair at Northland

HealthyWorks of Pennsylvania will conduct free health screenings, tests, and helpful information on Monday, July 22 from 9:30am to 12:30pm on the lower level of Northland Public Library. Posture, bone density, blood pressure, body fat and vision are among the offered screenings.  Drop in to take advantage of the tests and enjoy a healthy snack while you’re there. No registration is required for this event.

2. Digital Photography 101

Want to learn the basics of Digital Photography? In a friendly informal environment, you can learn how to take digital photos, transfer the photo files, load images into your computer and about printing and sharing your photos. Greg Dottle of Premier Imaging, located in Monroeville Mall and now our new neighbor in the Northway Mall, comes to Northland Library on Wednesday, July 24 to present this free informative class. Click here for more information. 

3. Amateur Astronomy Club
As seen from the Earth on July 22, the fully illuminated Moon will be directly opposite the Earth from the Sun. This full moon was known by early Native American tribes as the Full Buck Moon because the male buck deer would begin to grow their new antlers at this time of year. This moon has also been known as the Full Thunder Moon and the Full Hay Moon.  All those interested everything astronomy, even the delightful folklore behind the many spectacular sights in the skies, are invited to join the Amateur Astronomy club for its monthly meetings every fourth Thursday of the month at Northland Pubic Library. This month, the club will meet on Thursday, July 25 at 7:00pm. New members are always welcome. No fees or registration are required to join.

4. Michael Czerwien Memorial Run, Sweet Summertime Sprint 5K Run/WALK 

Our 2nd annual 5K Run/Walk benefits the Michael Czerwien Memorial Fund, Inc.  Our non-profit corporation funds a yearly scholarship to a North Hills graduate attending Waynesburg University and also raises heat stroke awareness. Our race celebrates the life of Michael Czerwien a St. Sebastian School and North Hills High school graduate who left us too soon on July 6, 2010 because of heat stroke. Click here for more information. 

5. The Artful Garden Craft Show 

The Artful Garden Craft Show features hand-crafted, unique items created by local and regional artisans. A wide 
variety of crafts and art will be on display and for sale, including handmade 
jewelry, paintings, photography, fabric and paper crafts, wood carvings, 
concrete castings, stained glass, pottery, and fashion items such as purses, scarves. Click here for more information.

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