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A Look into the World ofDr. Francis Johns

Going Green While Giving

Tips to Prevent Identity Theft

Plan Your Holiday Event Stress Free!

WINTER 2008 SERVING THE RESIDENTS OF MONROEVILLE AND PITCAIRN

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100 Oxford DriveMonroeville, PA 15146

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Fax 412.372.7506

FLOOR PLANS RATES1 Bdrm. 1 Bath from $685

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FEATURES & AMENITIES• Spacious Rooms

• Abundant Closet Space

• Secure Access Building

• Security Guards

• Furnished Corporate Suites

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• Valet Dry Cleaning Service

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• Laundry facilities on each level

• Cats accepted

• Close to shopping and public

transportation

CLUB 4 LIFE• Indoor Swimming Pool

• Outdoor Swimming Pool

• Nautilus

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DIRECTIONS: Take I-376 to exit 16A. Follow Route 22 to the Monroeville Mall. Take the entrance into the Monroeville Mall. Follow the signs to the Racquet Club Apartments.

ONE MONTH FREE RENTWHEN YOU SIGN A 13-MONTH LEASEPREMIERE HEALTH CLUB MEMBERSHIP INCLUDED

You’ll know the moment you call The Racquet Club Apartments that you’ve discovered something special!Part of the Monroeville Mall Complex, we have more amenities than you would ever expect!

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Valid at HuntingtonMonroeville location thru 1/1/09

Pace School to be theRecipient of Barnes &Noble’s Holiday Book DrivePace School, an approved private schoolthat serves children in grades K-9 withemotional challenges or autism, has announcedthat it will be the recipient of the MonroevilleBarnes & Noble Holiday Book Drive for the2008 holiday season.The book drive will take place at Barnes &

Noble located in The District at MonroevilleMall on 700 Mall Circle Drive in Monroeville,PA. Pace School and Barnes &Noble invite thecommunity to purchase books for donation inorder to benefit the students of Pace School.The event will be held from November 1st,2008 through January 1st, 2009.Donating a book is simple: select a book that

has been chosen by the students and/or staff ofPace School, purchase the book, and sign thebookplate provided by the cashier. The bookwill then be delivered to the Pace School libraryand the childrenwill benefit fromyour kindnessfor years to come.“Our holiday book drive continues to reach

more andmore children each year thanks to theamazing enthusiasm of our booksellers, whoenlist the help of our customers at the registersand on the sales floor,” said Sarah DiFrancesco,director of community relations. “We’redelighted to see our booksellers and customersshow their support and generosity for thisoutreach program in such substantialnumbers. Being able to provide over a millionbooks to needy children this holiday season is aremarkable accomplishment.”Pace School is a non-profit day school and

partial hospitalization program located inChurchill Borough that provides a uniqueblend of special education and mental healthservices to students from seven countieswith emotional challenges or autism. Formore information on Pace School please call412.244.1900 or visit the website atwww.paceschool.org. ��

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S E C T I O N SMunicipality of Monroeville

The Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Senior Scene . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Recreation and Parks . . . . . .Insert

Monroeville Area Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . . . .10

Borough of Pitcairn

From the Council President . . . .39

Pitcairn Community . . . . . . . . . .41

The Western Pennsylvania Hospital -Forbes Regional Campus

HouseCalls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Gateway School District

Superintendent’s Message . . . .30

School District News . . . . . . . . .31

iN Good Taste

Tolerico’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Community Interest

Monroeville Arts Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Monroeville Municipal Authority . . . . . . . . . . .48

Winter 2008

IN Monroeville is a non-partisan community magazinededicated to representing, encouraging and promoting theMunicipality of Monroeville and the Borough of Pitcairn byfocusing on the talents and gifts of the people who live andwork here. Our goal is to provide readers with the mostinformative and professional regional publication in the

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

IN Monroeville magazine is made possible through partnerships with the Municipality of Monroeville,

the Borough of Pitcairn, the Monroeville Area Chamber of Commerce, Gateway School District and IN Community

Magazines, Inc.

PUBLISHER Wayne Dollard

MANAGING EDITORSMark Berton

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Harla Brown [email protected]

ADVERTISING SALES724.942.0940

TJ DelorieTina Dollard Rose EstesRich InmanDavid MitchellTara Reis

PHOTOGRAPHERSElaine Petrakis/Elaine Petrakis Photography

Carl Stillitano/CPS Photography

WEB DEVELOPMENTShane and Marianne Rolin/Amixa

GRAPHIC DESIGNJennifer DeihlSusie Doak

WRITERS AND CONTRIBUTORS

Copies of IN Monroeville are available at the MonroevilleMunicipal Building, Pitcairn Borough Building, MonroevillePublic Library and Monroeville Senior Citizens’ Center.

All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Copyright 2008.

IN Monroeville MagazineVolume 5 • Issue 4

Each issue of IN Monroeville is mailed to everyhousehold in Monroeville and Pitcairn andreaches over 36,000 potential customers.

Spring Deadline: Jan. 21, 2009

Chad AmondMary BachJack BovaTara GresockEvan KarelitzKara Kessler

Lee MignognaJoAnne MorrisDr. Pat Sheahan

Dr. Cleveland StewardMarilyn WempaCara Zanella

CORRESPONDENCEAll inquiries, comments and press releases

should be directed to:

IN Community MagazinesAttn: Editorial

453 Valley Brook Road, Suite 300McMurray, PA 15317

Ph: 724.942.0940 Fax: 724.942.0968

WINTER 2008 SERVING THE RESIDENTS OF MONROEVILLE AND PITCAIRN

ON THE COVER: Dr. Francis Johns of ArtisanPlastic Surgery

Dedication to Education & 8Patients Drives Award-winningPlastic SurgeonDon’t Let Bad Things Happen 13to Your Good NameTips for preventing identity theft

The HolidaysNavigating the Mall 42Tips for holiday shopping at the mall

Going Green While Giving 43Sustainable stocking stuffers

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Through the Eyes of a Plastic SurgeonTalking to Dr. Theodore A. Lazzaro about his personal reflections and philosophyas a plastic surgeon is akin to talking with someone who thinks like an architect, an artist, ascientist, a researcher, a change agent, a writer, a visionary.In 1986, Dr. Lazzaro brought his dream of creating an atmosphere of caring in a classical

setting to fruition the instant he came upon an old stone mansion that was built on 35stunningly beautiful acres in 1890 by coal baron Henry Clay Bughman. Lazzaro wasdetermined to convert the mansion to its original stateliness by re-building, renovating,and beautifying the facility that would become AESTIQUE Medical Center.As the Medical Center’s renaissance was becoming a reality, Lazzaro’s reflections were

much like those of an artist. He thought of the palette, the structure before him, and waitedfor the inner dialogue he knew would occur as he began the process of a significant face-liftthat would enhance and give new life to an existing structure. The result of this attention todetail, the desire to create one’s best work, knowledge of procedure and practice isbreathtaking. There is a parallel of reflection to his professional practice in that Lazzarouses the same process when preparing to change a person’s life by restoring and creatingbeauty, balance and harmony with surgery.Lazzaro abides by a principle known as SAFE. This acronym identifies the major

elements that potential patients need to concern themselves with when consideringcosmetic surgery – Surgeon, Anesthesia, Facility and Education.“The SAFE Principle outlines what an individual needs to know when selecting the

most qualified plastic surgeon, the most qualified anesthetic provider, and the selection ofa facility that is safe,” Lazzaro said. “And of course, education and understanding what willhappen surgically, physically, emotionally and even spiritually following a procedure, givesthe patient extra insight and strength to draw upon during the short post-operativerecovery time.”The second acronym used by Lazzaro is a strategic approach to helping people make

informed decisions about whether or not to have a plastic surgery procedure done. Patientsshould spend time considering the actual SURGICAL procedure – best done throughconsultation, the MONEY and/or financing necessary to bring about the desired result,the ART involved in achieving the most aesthetic outcome, the RECOVERY time and theimpact of TRANSFORMATION!The SAFE and SMART principles serve to focus allintentions and interventions at Aestique Medical Center. Promoting AESTIQUE is easy after meeting with Dr. Lazzaro and taking in the warm

and inviting environment. Lazzaro is a highly credentialed plastic surgeon, serving onseveral boards, holding memberships in many medical organizations, and hosting a weeklytelevision program about plastic surgery and cosmetic procedures viewed by more than900,000 households. Lazzaro’s television show, Aesthetic Medicine, is aired live on the Pittsburgh Cable

News Channel on Thursday evenings, from 7:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Each week’s live show issubsequently rebroadcast on PCNC on Sunday mornings at 11:00 a.m. and Sundayevenings at 5:00 p.m. Viewers are invited and encouraged to call in and ask questionsrelated to their interest and needs. Topics vary weekly and include such things as thefacelift, breast augmentation, liposuction, tummy tuck, etc.When asked what he likes best about aesthetic surgery, Dr. Lazzaro’s smile etches its

way across his face. “I like it all; I sincerely enjoy the practice of aesthetics! I never tire ofenvisioning what can be with patients and looking through their eyes and mine at what wecan accomplish together.”In addition to his private practice and free-standing surgical center, Dr. Lazzaro opened

a Medical Day Spa to offer non-surgical cosmetic services to his patients. The Spa atAestique serves individuals who want to “get a jump on aging through the latest intechnological advances that do not require surgery.” A look at the website –www.aestique.com — opens the door to an array of services for the most discriminatingclient. Of these services and the aesthetic surgeries Lazzaro comments, “When it comes time

to invest in a life-changing surgery or a non-surgical transformation, the person shouldmake the choice in a well informed way rather than losing money and requiring additionalcorrective procedures! Doing things right the first time is always the best route!”One gets the sense that AESTIQUE Medical Center has done things right from the

beginning. To simply visit, is to come away refreshed, renewed and inspired. Oddlyenough, these are the very things Dr. Lazzaro most hopes for, for each of his patients.Currently, there are thirty medical specialists credentialed on the staff at AESTIQUE,

and the Center’s mission is to continue to provide healthcare services that patients willrecommend to their families and friends, physicians prefer for their patients, and providersselect for their workforce.

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(412) 856-4400

Designer Kitchens w/Stainless SteelAppliances&CeramicTile Flooring

Call Today For Your Personal Tour!Monday-Friday 9:00-6:00p.m.

Saturday 10:00-4:00 p.m. Sunday 12:00-4:00 p.m.www.jasapartments.com

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You know it’s coming, and like a lemmingherded to the cliff, you know you’ll follow thegroup, raise your champagne flutes high and makesome kind of ridiculous resolution when the clockstrikes midnight on New Year’s Eve. We all do it,but why do we do it? What keeps us from keepingthem? And what are the most common?

Janet Gates, Ph.D., a professor of psychology at LaRoche College, said resolutions are popularbecause people tend to want to reinventthemselves.

“This is true especially in the U.S. We feel thatwe can wash away our problems and start out fresh.That’s a tradition in many religions, but we’veturned it into a secular practice, and it is not thatsurprising,” she said. “The beginning of the year isa time when they feel to do this. A lot of people dothis based on the school calendar – summer’s overand I need to settle down and work on academicproblems.”

Gates said a lot of people tend to makeresolutions right after a period indulgence – and alot of resolutions are food-related because food iskey to Western traditions.

What will keep your resolution, well, resolute,isn’t when you make it, but how you make it. Gatessaid most of the published research on goal-settingdemonstrates that people tend to “think big” whenmaking up goals or resolutions to set.

“In terms of the kinds of problems that areamenable to resolutions, serious problems likedrug or alcohol addiction are prettyinsurmountable, but if you’re talking about losingweight, you say ‘I’m going to lose 25 pounds thisyear,’ it’s much less likely that you’re going to dothat,” Gates said. “It’s a lot,

and you’re more likely to shove a candy bar inyour mouth because it seems insurmountable. Butif you think in the short term, ‘For this week, I’mgoing to try not eat between meals,’ that’s moremanageable.”

Another aspect of setting goals is that it actuallyneeds to require effort or else you won’t respect it.From not eating chocolate to not taking that sip ofgin, the methodology is very similar.

“You don’t get much thrill if you say to yourself,‘I’m going to try not to eat anything bad today.’That’s too vague and you don’t get the boost frommeeting that kind of goal,” Gates said. “Evenweekly goals might be too long term. AlcoholicsAnonymous says to keep the goal for the day.‘Today, I’m not going to drink.’ I’ve known somealcoholics who say, ‘For the next hour I’m notgoing to drink.’”

Gates also said that true success for your New Year’s resolution depends upon your supportsystem.

“When you set an achievable goal, really makingthat goal known to those who are close to you sothat they can be helpful and sympathizing isimportant,” she said. “Enlisting the support aroundyou can help keep you on the straight and narrow.” ��

New Year’s Resolutions:Made to be BrokenBy Mark Berton

Laura Cohen, Esq. • Jana M. Palko, Esq., Amy L. Applegarth, Esq.

Serving Monroeville and Pitcairn for over 12 Years

Established by Attorney Laura Cohen in 1996, The FamilyLegal Center, LLC continues to be a community based lawfirm that focuses on personalized and professional legalrepresentation. Attorney Cohen and her associates continuetheir long-standingtradition of “Integrity,Trust and Success.”

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As founder of Artisan Plastic Surgery, Dr. Johns is BoardCertified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, an importantdistinction among professionals in his field. “The most important thing when choosing a plastic surgeon is to first

determine if they are certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery,”Johns said. “This is the only board that is credentialed by the AmericanBoard of Medical Specialties to certify plastic surgeons”.In addition to his extensive professional experience, Johns possesses a

unique and diverse educational background, having studied bothmedicine and dentistry – a resume fewer than 50 plastic surgeonsnationwide can boast. A typical overachiever, Johns graduated asvaledictorian from Penn Hills High School, and went on to theUniversity of Pittsburgh, where he graduated Summa Cum Laude in pre-medicine. At the University of Pittsburgh, he earned his M.D. degreefrom the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, and earned hisD.M.D. degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of DentalMedicine, in both cases, graduating with high honors and distinctions.Dr. Johns then completed a residency in oral and maxillofacial

surgery at UPMC, where he received an unprecedented first place in the

prestigious Straumann Resident Research National Competition in twoconsecutive years. He completed his residency in Plastic andReconstructive Surgery at the renowned University of Virginia HealthCenter in Charlottesville, where he again received the first place award inthe American College of Surgeons Southeastern Research Competitionfor his work in breast reconstruction. These were three of his mostnotable publications. Dr. Johns has greater than twenty publications tohis credit.After completing his education, Dr. Johns and his family returned to

his beloved hometown of Pittsburgh, bringing his expertise to the peopleof Western Pennsylvania. “I knew after completing my residency at the University of Virginia

that I wanted to return home to my family and friends and set up practicein my hometown, caring for the people of Pittsburgh,” Johns said.Despite his astounding surgical talent and distinguishing

accomplishments, Dr. Johns is a surprisingly humble man withprofessional and comforting bedside manner, something his patients willtell you sets him apart from many others.

DEDICATION TOEDUCATION & PATIENTSDRIVES AWARD-WINNINGPLASTICSURGEON

Dr. FrancisJOHNS

With his warm smile and friendly, casual anddown to earth demeanor, Dr. Francis Johns is a true Pittsburgher at heart, the kind ofperson that we are accustomed to finding in one another.

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“I am dedicated to earning the trust of my patients tomake them feel at ease and well-educated about theirchosen procedure,” Johns said. A self-described “perfectionist”, Dr. Johns’ attention-

to-detail and meticulous nature consistently producesbeautiful and natural-looking results as evidenced by thepre-operative and post-operative photographsdemonstrated in his office. Even though he alreadypossesses a unique educational background, Dr. Johnscontinuously pursues continuing education in the latestsurgical techniques and treatments in order to provide hispatients with the most effective and safest treatments. “I believe the goal of plastic surgery should be to

improve a self-image damaged by a disproportionalfeature or aged tissues, or to restore form and functionthat has been lost to disease or accident,” Johns said. “Ifeel it is extremely important to take the time to reallylisten to the concerns and desires of each patient to beable to effectively use my experience to enable them toachieve their unique goals, consequently revealing inthem a self-confidence that may have been hidden.”These results can be seen in the many testimonials

that Dr. Johns has on file. “I have gained a new outlook on every aspect of my

life. My self-esteem has returned. My energy level hassoared. The decision to undergo these procedures by Dr.Johns was one of the best decisions I ever made,” said onepatient, who cannot be named because of patientconfidentiality requirements.“[Dr. Johns] exhibits such a high level of

professionalism and shows that he truly cares about hispatients. I feel very blessed that I was in his care during

Francis R. Johns, DMD, MD

AMERICAN SOCIETYOF PLASTIC SURGEONS, INC.

Dr. Johns, certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, offers state-of-the-art plastic surgical and non-surgical solutions for your unique needs. Artisan Plastic Surgery is truly dedicated to

Creating, Shaping, Enhancingthe Ideal You.

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this experience. I can look in the mirror now with self-confidence. [Dr. Johns] has made a huge impact on mylife,” wrote another patient.Johns said the most common surgical procedures that he

performs are tummy tucks, breast augmentation, breastlifts/reduction, mini-facelifts and eyelid surgery. The mostcommon non-surgical procedures performed in the officeare without a doubt: Botox, fillers (Juviderm, Restylane,Radiesse) and laser treatments (hair removal,pigmentations). These are also the most common giftcertificates that are purchased during the holiday season.Dr. Johns has offices conveniently located in

Monroeville and Greensburg to accommodate the peopleof the Pittsburgh area and its suburbs. ��

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New Chamber MembersAdd your company’s name to our Business Directory!

412.856.0622www.monroevillechamber.com

AFLAC Regional Office Vicki Veltri 724.327.1352

Allstate Insurance Company Jeffrey Ingram 412.919.8206

Ameriprise Financial - Gardner & Associates Timothy Gardner 412.374.7400

Body Mechanics Fitness Systems Jessica Merchant 724-433.3544

Bour Associates Donna Bour 412.780.7802

Bruschetta's Bar & Grill John Lewis 412.488.9700

Churchill Valley Country Club 412.243.7600

Ciorra Travel Joe Ciorra 412.377.9442

CRM Habilitative Services Carmen Mosley 412.217.4919

Cory Cleaning Services, Inc. Bill Nelson 412.824.2629

Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America Susan Kukic 412.823.8272

Dave Smith Chevrolet Dave Smith 412.244.1030

David S. Tyson Insurance Agency Debbie Sebak 412.349.0998

Early Learning Institute Kara Rutowski 412.922.8322

Fast Track Studios Jamette Williams 412.609.8339

Fishman Accupressure & Chiropractic Dr. Wallace Shaffer 412.858.5101

Framework LLC Lisa Marie Sopko 412.421.4940

Geek Squad - Best Buy Adam Johnson 800.433.5778

Green Mango Restaurant Mark Robinson 412.824.9500

Joann Fullen Interiors Joann Fullen ASID 412.704.0370

Juniper Village Janet Wangler 412.244.9901

North Hills Water Gardens Tom Buchser 412.821.6525

On Demand Energy John Bodine 412.299.8900

Petal a Memory Michele Monstrala 412.823.2772

Power on the Net John Mulgrave 412.491.4796

PRC Commercial David Hanley 412.261.6532

Pro Bikes LLC Craig Cozza 412.229.8473

Senior Financial Solutions Michael Miller 610.873.7100

Total Learning Center Dr. Patricia Sheahan 724.387.1208

Three Rivers Adoption Council Ja-Neen Jones 412.471.8722

ThyssenKrupp Elevator Erin Conley 412.367.7500

Victory Bible Chapel & Stables Sandy Hobbs 724.335.4984

Youth Weekly Review Edward Martin 724.413.1770

Dear Friends,

The frosty winds of late fall are clearing way for Old Man Winter. It’shard to believe, but here we stand at the threshold of anotherholiday season.

For most of us, November and December bring the warmth offamily gatherings and the spirit of generosity. Of course, in andaround Monroeville, the holiday season also brings with itsomething a little less popular…traffic! It may just be anunpleasant trade-off for living, working and shopping in a bustlingcommunity, but it doesn’t make it any less irksome, especiallyaround the busy holiday shopping season.

In these turbulent economic times, now more than ever, ourbusiness community depends on the continued support andpatronage of local residents. And we thank you for the support you provide throughout the year. For many shops and restaurants, a successful fourth quarter can mean all the difference betweenprofit and loss each year. Often times the holiday shoppingseason’s margin of success directly impacts friends and neighborswho own or work in these local stores and eateries. This year, when you make your list and check it twice, be sure to think andbuy local.

When you finally set out to collect your holiday treasures, and asyou sit through a few extra cycles at the traffic signal or navigateyour way through traffic backups, take a deep breath. Pause for amoment and smile remembering just how lucky we are to havesuch a convenient and vibrant shopping district. And if that doesn’tmake dealing with traffic any easier, remember that January is justaround the corner.

Here’s wishing you a happy, healthy and safe holiday season.

Sincerely,

Chad AmondPresidentMonroeville Area Chamber

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RX

Primary CarePharmacy Services

Located at2550 Mosside Blvd.

Suite 210Monroeville, PA 15146

[email protected]

Pharmacy (412) 380.5230Fax (412) 380.5233

“Let Primary Care Pharmacy Services be thepharmacy that knows you best.”

Monroeville RestaurantRenovation EnhancesGuest Experience WithAdded Convenienceand a Fresh New LookEat’n Park Restaurants re-opened its newlyremodeled Monroeville location, 3987Monroeville Boulevard, to guests on Friday,October 10, enhanced with the chain’s newestamenity – a pickup window for takeout. In addition to the takeout pickup window –

the first one among the chain’s nearly 80locations in three states – the restaurant has alsoreceived dramatic changes to the dining room,including a new counter seating section, newbooths, tables and upholstery, wallpaper, carpetand window coverings. The restaurant alsofeatures Eat’n Park’s newest lobby design with anew bakery display and a “Smiley’s Stuff” retailshop, which offers guests exclusive brandedSmiley merchandise. According to Kevin O’Connell, senior vice

president, Eat’n Park Restaurants, the chain isresponding to the needs of its guests,particularly busy families. “Families are the biggest fans of Eat’n Park,

and in recent years they have asked us for moreconvenience options,” he said. “We have seen atremendous uptick in our takeout program, so we added the pickup window during ourMonroeville renovation to enhance the guest experience.” On-the-go professionals, including

pharmaceutical reps and on-the-road salesmen,are also expected to benefit from the added convenience.To order takeout at the Monroeville

location, guests may call 412.471.1111. Thetakeout pick up window is open for business 24hours a day. For more information about the updates, guests are asked to visit 3987 Monroeville Boulevard, open seven days a week. ��

Yellow PagesDentistry for Kids, Inc2790 Mosside Blvd., Suite #140, Monroeville412.856.6660

First Call, Plumbing, Heating & Air ConditioningJonnet Building, Suite #408, Monroeville412.856.6210Premier Medical AssociatesOne Monroeville Center3824 Northern Pike, MonroevilleInformation Line: 412.457.0104

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Combining efforts to bring affordable cultural performances to the Monroeville area,the Monroeville Arts Council and the Monroeville Area Chamber of Commerce havescheduled a unique musical experience: An Evening with the Tim Janis Ensemble onThursday, November 20, 2008, at the Garden City United Methodist Church.

The concert is scheduled for 7 p.m. and the reception is at 8:30 p.m. where attendeescan meet and talk with these nationally known musicians. The church is located at500 Laurel Drive, Monroeville, next to Garden City Fire Hall. There is ample free parkingand the site is handicapped accessible.

The Ensemble consists of Mr. Janis playing the keyboard, a violinist and a flutist. Along with hearing Tim Janis’s wonderful music, the audience will be able to enjoyviewing scenes on a large screen of Beautiful America, one of Mr. Janis’s albums. He isa composer and pianist who sold more than one million albums and seven of hisalbums have reached the top of the Billboard New-Age and Classical Charts.

Mr. Janis has played with the New York Philharmonic Orchestra, Paul McCartney, BillyJoel, Andre Previn, Emmanuel Ax, George Clooney and the late Ray Charles. Along withClooney, Janis produced the Beautiful America and Coastal America specials for PBS.They were among the most successful PBS specials in history.

The proceeds from his Monroeville concert will benefit Monroeville Arts Council’scommunity programs, including free summer concerts and children’s and adults’ artshows.

To purchase tickets, call 412.373.7865 or 412.372.0277. Advance Ticket Sales: Adults - $8, Seniors - $7, Students - $5, Children 6 and under – free. Ticket Sales at the Door: Adults - $10.

Directions: From Old Route 22, turn onto Garden City Drive, proceed through the planto the shopping center. Make a right at the Fire Hall and park in the lot across fromthe church.

Monroe v i l le A r ts Counc i l

An Evening with theTim Janis EnsemblePresented by the Monroe v i l le A r ts Counc i l and the Monroe v i l le A rea Chamber o f Commerce

by Marilyn K. Wempa

Monroe v i l le H is to r ica l Soc ie ty

MHS CelebratesHeritage Day Festivalby Marilyn K. Wempa

Families got a chance to experience life as it was in the 1800’s at MonroevilleHistorical Society’s Heritage Day Festival on Saturday, October 18. Among the manyactivities offered were making cornhusk dolls and scarecrows, pumpkin decorating andstone painting, butter churning and bread baking, and using a laundry washboard.

Henry Bowden and his sister Lora Hearn, historical reenactors from the Turtle CreekHistorical Society, talked about the history of the musket, Indian trading items, frontierlife, women’s fashions of the era, and how women supported soldiers during wartime.

Monroeville resident Gretchen Baudoux, a member of the Daughters of the AmericanRevolution and the Bobbin Lace Society, demonstrated the intricate art of makinglace. Jennifer Lis, from Pitcairn, spun yarn on her spinning wheel, while Mary Dugan, ofTarentum, played and taught festival attendees how to strum a dulcimer.

Visitors enjoyed touring the 1830’s historical houses to see the Joel Monroe ArtifactsRoom, Miniature Dollhouse Collection, and Herb Garden. They saw the new AntiqueTool Building that contains historic farm equipment, harnesses, and utensils and themuch-improved lighting in the McCully Log House. The building and lightingimprovements were made possible by generous grants from the Golden Living Centerand Duquesne Light Company, respectively.

Besides participating in the many craft activities at the annual Festival, childrenenjoyed singing with a guitar minstrel. Richard Kobertz, of Allison Park, who lovesentertaining when his audience joins him in patriotic and country songs. He strolledthe grounds of the McGinley House and McCully Log House while performing andteaching songs about American history.

Mr. Kobertz shares his talent by playing at area clubs, churches, daycare centers,schools, and senior centers. He is a member of the band, “Jack Night and the UnsungHeroes” where he plays, country, early rock’n roll and his original songs. He and theband have made several CD’s, including “Earth, Love, Peace, Spirit” that benefited theAudubon Society of Western Pennsylvania and “Meditation.”

The next activity on the Historical Society’s calendar is the annual Tree LightingCeremony at the Old Stone Church on Tuesday, November 25, at 7 p.m. when theMonroeville Chorus will be presenting its program that includes a visit from SantaClaus. Children enjoy ringing in the holiday season by placing handmade decorationson the pine tree outside the church.

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You may have heard that identity theft is the fastest growing crime inthe United States, according to the FBI. That’s because your identity isvaluable to a thief. When someone steals it to commit fraudulent acts, it canaffect every aspect of your life: your credit standing, your ability to buy acar, or even to get a job or medical care.When identity theft happens, it can take years to repair the damage and,

as a victim, you have to do all of the work to make your name whole again.It can be a time-consuming, expensive, and emotionally draining ordeal fora victim who is already reeling from the personal violation. Mostimportantly, it can happen to any of us, in ways we never imagined.You hear warnings suggesting you should be wary of internet

transactions, but the reality is that most identities are stolen the old-fashioned way—offline. Dumpster diving, pilfering mail, stealing yourwallet, or gaining your bank account numbers are some of the mostcommon ID theft tactics. Simple, seemingly innocent routine actions canput you at risk and you don’t even know it, such as throwing a credit cardoffer that just came in the mail into your garbage or handing your creditcard to a waiter who takes it and disappears out of your sight.Your everyday habits need to be changed in a very practical way as you

take an active role in protecting your information and identity.

Get a shredder and use it.These days, a shredder should be considered anecessary household appliance. All paperwork with your name, addressand other personal information should be shredded before disposal.Limit the amount of information pre-printed on your personalchecks. Use only initials for your first andmiddle names so that the thief doesn’t know howyou sign your checks. Never have your phonenumber, social security number, birth date, ordriver’s license number pre-printed on yourchecks.Don’t sign the backs of your credit cards.Instead, write ASK FOR PHOTO ID orPLEASE SEE PHOTO ID.Be careful with PIN numbers and passwords.Memorize them all and don’t carry them on apaper in your wallet.Opt out of pre-approved credit card mailings.It will not hurt your credit rating or keep youfrom receiving a new card if you ask for one. Calltoll-free at 1.888.567.8688.Pay attention to your billing or accountstatement cycles. Know when they typicallyarrive each month and call the company orinstitution if you don’t receive the mailing in atimely manner. Review statements line by line,looking for accuracy and unusual activity, thencomplain when appropriate.Each year you are entitled to three free creditreports under the federal Fair CreditReporting Act. The only valid contacts for thisfree service are www.annualcreditreport.com ortoll-free at 1.877.322.8228. The credit reportingagencies are Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion.You may order all three reports at one time, orstagger them throughout the year so you canmonitor your credit report activity all year long.

Don’t give out personal information over the phone, through the mail,or via the internet, unless you’ve initiated the contact. Put all phonenumbers, including cell phones, on the Pennsylvania and national Do NotCall lists. Contact www.nocallsplease.com or 1.888.777.3406 andwww.donotcall.gov or 1.888.382.1222.Clean out your wallet. Pare down the credit cards you carry and leaveyour social security card at home in a secure place. Keep photo copies ofyour credit cards in a home safe or safety deposit box in case your wallet isstolen.Don’t fall for a telephone line. Identity thieves may use phonypromotional offers of instant prizes or sweepstakes to dupe you into givingthem your personal information. If you think you are a victim, call the localpolice and file a report. Contact the fraud departments of each of the threecredit bureaus and request that a fraud alert be placed on your file. Closeany accounts that you believe have been tampered with or openedfraudulently.Dispute any transaction made without your knowledge or permission. If

your checks are stolen, notify the bank and stop payment.For more information on identity theft issues, contact the Federal Trade

Commission at www.ftc.gov or call 1.877.FTC.HELP (1.877.382.4357).You may also contact the pennsylvania Attorney General’s Bureau ofconsumer Protection at 1.800.441.2555. ��

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Rotator Cuff TendinitisRotator cuff tendinitis is a common ailment of the shoulder. It involvesinflammation of the lubricating sac (bursa) located just over the rotatorcuff, causing inflammation of the tendons themselves. The rotator cuff is aseries of four tendons connecting the scapula (shoulder blade) to thehumeral head. The rotator cuff is important in maintaining the humeralhead (ball) in the glenoid (socket). The rotator cuff allows normalshoulder function and contributes to shoulder strength during activity.

How does rotator cuff tendinitis (impingement) occur?Normally, the rotator cuff tendons slide beneath the undersurface of theacromion (the bone at the point of the shoulder) while covering thehumeral head. Any process that compromises this sliding function maylead to mechanical impingement. Repetitive overhead activities (pitchingbaseball, painting and hanging wallpaper), can lead to overuse injuries tothe rotator cuff. Weakening and degeneration can occur within thetendons due to aging. Athletes often develop tendinitis with forcefulrepetitive overhead activities such as serving a tennis ball, swimming andthrowing.

How is the shoulder impingement (bursitis) diagnosed?The diagnosis is usually made when a physician performs a careful historyand physical examination. The patients often complain of pain in theshoulder which is worse with overhead motion and occasionally, severeenough to cause awakening from sleep at night. X-rays may show spurs ornarrowing of the space between the acromion and the humeral head. AnMRI may be obtained if a tear (rather than tendinitis) of the rotator cuffis being considered.

How is shoulder impingement treated?Initially, we want to eliminate any causative factors. This may involvetemporarily avoiding a specific sport (tennis, baseball, swimming),vocation (painting), or occupation (hair cutting). A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication (NSAID) may be recommended, along with arehabilitation program. The physical therapist or athletic trainer will doexercises to restore normal flexibility and strength to the musculatureabout the shoulder (including the rotator cuff musculature). Cortisoneinjections may be considered if the pain has been present for an extendedperiod of time, or if therapy is not helping the individual’s symptoms.

Is surgery necessary?Surgery is not necessary in most cases of shoulder impingement. Therehabilitation program improves most patients’ shoulder symptoms. Ifsymptoms persist despite adequate non-operative treatment, surgery maybe recommended. This surgery can usually be done arthroscopically andincludes removal of the irritated bursal tissue and removal of any spurwhich may be present. The outcome of surgery is favorable in 90% ofpatients.

Dr. Neuschwander has been awarded the Certificateof Added Qualification in Sports Medicine by theAmerican Board of Orthopedic Surgeons (ABOS).He has obtained this distinction by having a medicalpractice with a predominance of sports medicineinjuries and successfully passing the first everCertificate of Added Qualification Examinationadministered by the ABOS.

Please call Dr. Neuschwander at 412.373.1600regarding any questions.

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You may not know it, but advances in technology don’t just apply to laptops and Blackberries--hearing aid technology has moved ahead in thepast few years more than you may realize.Today’s hearing aids are digital, with automatic noise suppression and adaptive directional microphones that can detect the differences between

speech and noise. These smart circuits can automatically make changes in amplification based on where speech originates, and can enhance softsounds while keeping loud sounds from becoming uncomfortable. Most aids today have build-in anti--feedback monitoring and control. Some havevarious listening programs for television, music, telephone, noisy environments, etc., that the wearer can access by the push of a button either on theaid or on a remote control. Some models can use rechargeable batteries and some can actually be coupled to your Bluetooth phones, computers, mp3players and more. For those who are interested in ease of use and operation, there are completely automatic models.Behind-the-Ear and various sizes of In-the-Ear hearing aids are available today. Behind-the-Ear hearing aids are much smaller than models of just a

few years ago, and can be used with various thin-tube earpieces that are cosmetically appealing. They can be purchased in any number of bright newcolors, as well as traditional skin tones, and some have interchangeable cases that can be coordinated with the color of your clothes or with your mood.An important point is, however, that the miniaturization of today’s Behind-the-Ear hearing aids has not compromised the technology. More severehearing loses than ever before can be fit with smaller hearing aids with many of the advanced features. Because hearing aids in 2008 are programmable,the individual needs of the wearer can be addressed at the time of the initial fitting of the hearing aid and modified over time as hearing or other needschange. Programmability allows for individual wearer adjustability requirements to be met. A hearing aid can be as automatic or as user- adjustable asthe wearer desires.Technologic advances have brought many choices to the field of hearing aids. Your audiologist has the experience and knowledge to help you chose

what is right for you so that you have an easy and rewarding hearing aid experience.

Dolores Payne, M.A. is an audiologist and the owner of Allegheny Hearing Instruments, 800 Jonnet Building, Monroeville, Pa. 15146. She can be reachedat 412.373.1151. Another office is located in the South Hills at Manor Oak Village, 1910 Cochran Road, Pittsburgh, Pa. 15220. That number is412.343.1320.

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MONROEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARYMonroeville Public Library4000 Gateway Campus Blvd.412.372.0500Children’s Room: Ext. 3Teen Librarian: Ext. 18Adult Reference: Ext. 4

www.monroevillelibrary.org

Hours of Operation:Monday – Thursday: 9 a.m – 9 p.m.Friday – Saturday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday: 2 – 5 p.m.

Christy Fusco,Director

43 Years Serving Monroeville

December Giveaway Each time a child visits the Children's Room during December, theycan enter to win one of eight special books on display during themonth. One entry per visit and the child must be present. Thedrawing will be on January 2.

Tot Time10 – 10:30 a.m. in the Gallery Space. These story times for one tothree-year-olds with an adult are held the second and fourthWednesday of each month in the Gallery Space. Registration beginsone week before each program. Upcoming dates are: November 12,December 10, January 14, 28, February 11, 25.

First Friday Stories 10:15 - 11:00 a.m. in the Gallery Space These story times, geared forpreschoolers, (but all ages are welcome), are held the first Friday ofeach month in the Gallery Space. No registration needed. Upcomingdates are: November 7, December 5, January 2, February 6.

Intergenerational Reading DayNovember 4, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. in the Children’s Room. Children of allages are invited to stop in the Children’s Room on November 4between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when adult volunteers will available toread to young children or listen to an older child read to them.Reading aloud is very good practice for beginning readers. Childrenwill receive certificates, stickers and other surprises. No registrationneeded. If you would like to be a volunteer for this special day, pleasecall Lou Anne at 412.372.0500 ext. 21.

Christmas StorytimeTuesdays, December 9 & 16Morning session: 10:15 – 11 a.m. • Afternoon session: 1:15 – 2 p.m.This storytime and craft program for children ages 3 – 5 will be heldTuesdays, December 9 and 16 in the Program Room. Parents do notstay during the story portion, but return to help with crafts during thelast 10 minutes. Registration begins December 1.

Family Craft NightsFamily Craft Nights, held in the Program Room are fun for the entirefamily. Space is limited, so register early!

Thanksgiving Family Craft NightMonday, November 17, 7 – 8:30 p.m. Registration begins Nov. 3.

Christmas Family Craft NightWednesday, December 10, 7 – 8:30 p.m. Registration begins Dec. 1.

Valentine Family Craft NightWednesday, January 28, 7 – 8:30 p.m. Registration begins Jan. 19.

Winter StorytimeTuesdays February 17 – April 7Morning session: 10:15 – 11 a.m. • Afternoon session: 1:15 – 2 p.m.This special series of stories and crafts for children ages 3 – 5 will beheld Tuesdays, February 17 to April 7 in the Program Room. Parentsdo not stay during the story portion, but return to help with craftsduring the last 10 minutes. Registration begins February 9.

Check our Website for information about the annual chesstournament for students in first through eighth grade, to be held inlate January or early February.

Friends of the LibraryJoin the Friends! THERE ARE NO MEETINGS---BEST BARGAIN IN TOWN Membership in theFriends of the Library is only $10 per single oryour entire family. There are no membershiprequirements--just someone who loveslibraries! Membership forms can be found atthe Welcome Desk.

A Meaningful Way to Remember... a person,a group, an occasion, or a milestone.There are times when we wish to honor a person orcommemorate an important event. A gift to theMonroeville Public Library provides this opportunity.

Gifts to a local community institution such as theLibrary can mark many occasions, such as birthdays,graduations, anniversaries, retirements, or holidays.They can also be lasting tributes to lost friends orrelatives; these gifts can help keep their memory alive.

To make a donation, stop in or call the Library fora donation form. (Forms can be downloaded from theLibrary's Website). Once you complete the form, sendor bring it along with your check made payable to theMonroeville Public Library.

We suggest a minimum contribution of $20 due tothe increasing cost of purchasing and processingbooks. A bookplate with the name of the donor andthe honored person will be placed in the bookpurchased. Any amount less than the minimum will beput into our Book Fund and a gift notification card willbe sent to the family.

DVD/CD Repair OfferedThanks to Friends of the Library, MPL is able to repairDVD/CDs that have been damaged. The new state ofthe art equipment was purchased because DVD/CDswere being discarded due to scratches. In most cases,the equipment can repair the discs. Discs that arecracked or delaminated cannot be repaired. TheLibrary is offering to repair DVD/CDs for the public, fora donation of $2 per disc. For additional information,please contact Evan Karelitz at 412.372.0500, ext. 26.

In the Children’s RoomBuilding Condition Assessment

The Board of Directors of Monroeville PublicLibrary has decided to take a step backwardbefore moving ahead with the plans toreplace aging, energy-inefficient windows.Plans are underway to work with anarchitectural firm to perform an assessmentof the overall condition of the building.“We need to find out everything to make

this building safe, sound and green, thentake care of everything at once,” explainsBoard President Katie Heberling. “Whetherit’s inadequate wiring, walls that lackinsulation, cracks in the foundation, or otherhorrors, we need to know.”Once the condition of the building has

been determined, cost-effective decisionswill be possible. “We are trying to avoid thetrap of spending without an overall plan forthe building.” Heberling explains. “Westrongly believe in being the best possiblestewards of tax payer money, making eachdollar do the work of two.”Recent improvements in the Library have

already made it a safer, more attractiveplace to browse, study, or read. Newcarpeting laid in May has reduced the risk oftripping, and works with the recently paintedwalls to brighten the general appearance of the main library areas. New rubber tiles have been installed to enhance thesafety of the staircase. No further majorimprovements will take place until acomprehensive building plan is in place.Citizens with concerns and ideas about thebuilding are urged to contact the LibraryDirector, Christy Fusco, at 412.372.0500 toget involved in the planning process.

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Friends of the Library Used Book SaleThe 9th Annual Used Book sale, sponsoredby the Friends of the Monroeville Library,will be held Nov. 6, 7, 8, 9 2008. Bestsellers, non-fiction, coffee table books,mysteries, children's books, crafts, DVD,CDs, videos and games will be quite abargain. Also, New Raffle Baskets will beavailable, so take a chance - you may winthe perfect gift for the holidays!!

The Book Sale hours are:Thursday, Nov. 6: 2 – 8 p.m.Friday, Nov. 7: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.Saturday, Nov. 8: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.Sunday, Nov. 9: 2 – 4 p.m.

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T E E N A N D A D U L T P R O G R A M SIn the Teen AreaTeen Book ClubThe Teen Book Club meets the second Tuesday of each month from 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. in the Teen Area.

November 11 “Rules of the Road” by Joan BauerDecember 9 “Stargirl” by Jerry SpinelliJanuary 13 “Don’t You Dare Read This, Mrs. Dunphrey” by Margaret Peterson HaddixFebruary 10 - “Tears of a Tiger” by Sharon M. Draper

The D.A. — A Teen Harry Potter Fan Club The D.A. is a Harry Potter fan club for middle school and high schoolstudents. The purpose of the club is to give fans of J.K. Rowling’s best-selling series a chance to meet with other Harry fans and discuss the books.We cover a variety of topics about the series, including characters, themes,the books versus the films, the “real” historical mythology that Rowling hasincorporated into her books, what it is about Harry Potter that has madethe series so popular with kids and adults alike.

Harry Potter 7 3/4Tuesday, December 16, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Conference RoomJoin us to discuss a book of fairy tales from the world of Harry Potter -- J.K. Rowling's "The Tales of Beedle the Bard!'

Teen Monthly Mystery MoviesDue to our movie license agreement, we are not allowed to reveal the titleof the movies we will be showing at the library – we can only describe themto you. See if you can guess the titles of the movies we’re showing bycarefully reading the “hidden clues” in each movie.s description. (If youstill need some help, call the Teen Librarian at 412.372.0500 ext. 18).Popcorn, snacks, and soda are always provided; bring $3 if you'd like pizza!

Tuesday, November 25 3:15 - 5 p.m. It’s the DVD release of a movie starring Will Smith as a cynical superherowhose past is as much a mystery as the movie's title!Monday, December 8, 6 - 8:30 p.m. Join us for the newest movie based on the fantasy works of C.S. Lewis,about the most awesome PRINCE from here to the CASPIAN sea!Monday, January 12, 3:15 - 5:45 p.m. It is a DARK NIGHT in Gotham City, particularly with Heath Ledger’sgreat performance as the Joker—making this a movie not to be missed!

Gaming 4 Teens @ MPLThursday Afternoons 2:30 – 5 p.m. Every Thursday afternoon we bringout our PlayStation 3, to play Guitar Hero Aerosmith, Madden '09, GuitarHero III, and more! We also serve snacks and provide board games to playwhile you wait for your turn at the system. Feel free to bring some games ofyour own.

Adult Programs and ServicesOnline Library Reference Spotlight

Auto Repair Reference Center–an online auto repairmanual that you can access from home!Auto Repair Reference Center contains information on most majormanufacturers of domestic and imported vehicles, with repair informationfor more than 33,100 vehicles from 1945 to the present! All the content iscreated by ASE certified technicians.To access Auto Repair Reference Center online, point your browser to

www.monroevillelibrary.org/. Under FIND INFORMATION click<Online Reference Databases>. Then scroll down and click Auto Repair Reference Center. When prompted, enter your library card number(no spaces).If you have questions about Auto Repair Reference Center or any other

library database, please call the Reference Desk at 412.372.0500 ext. 4.

Armchair Adventures: UgandaRev. Dr. Renee (Maurine) Waun has been a teacher, a minister and aworld traveler since 2003. When in college she decided to be more than atourist in her travels, and to volunteer in another part of the world she hadnever visited before. She ended up in Uganda and was so touched by theAIDS orphans there that she became a founding sponsor of the AfricanRural Schools Foundation. Her presentation includes stories of heradventures, photos and a craft display.

Armchair Adventures: A Tourist View of China Today Tuesday, November 11 7 - 8:30 p.m. Gallery SpaceSharon and Parvin Lippincott's presentation includes pictures from theThree Gorges Cruise on the Yangtze River and visits to Guilin and HongKong.

What Are Sustainable Communities, and How DoWe Get There?Monday, November 17, 7 - 8:30 p.m. , Gallery SpaceCome join a lively community discussion with Court Gould, ExecutiveDirector of Sustainable Pittsburgh, to explore what sustainability is about --its promise and potential.

An Evening with Poets Mark and Erin GartskaMonday, November 24, 7 - 8:30 p.m. , Gallery Space

The Kwanzaa ExperienceTuesday, December 2, 7 - 8:30 p.m. , Gallery SpaceA celebration of family, friends and community, Kwanzaa is a uniqueholiday in which Americans of African ancestry pay tribute to a richheritage.

Unlocking the ClassicsMonday, December 15, 7 - 8:30 p.m. , Gallery SpaceUnlocking the Classics is an Education and Community Engagementprogram of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra that gives individuals aninsider's view on the PSO and its upcoming concerts. Host JimCunningham, WQED's Senior Executive Producer, explores thebackground and musical structure ofmasterpieces performed by the PSO,accompanied by a PSO musician or staff member who answers questionsabout the PSO and sometimes performs musical excerpts.

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On-Going ActivitiesAdults 50+ are invited to participate in any of these great activities sponsored by theMonroeville Senior Center… Stop byanytime!

WOOD CARVERS, Meets Fridays, 9 a.m.

QUILTING, Meets Wednesdays, 10 a.m.

CROCHETING, Meets Thursdays, 10 a.m.

SHUFFLE BOARDMeets Wednesday evenings, 6:30 p.m. and Friday afternoons 1 p.m.

CARDS All cards: Monday, Thursday, and Friday at 12:30 p.m.Contract Bridge: Tuesdays @ 12 p.m. Pinochle: Wednesdays @ 12:30 p.m.

POOLMonday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.Informal play on first-come,first-serve basis.Come on in and try it!

MAH JONGGMondays, 10:30 a.m. Interested in learning thistraditional chinese game? You must haveexperience in playing the game or have taken ourbeginners workshop. You do not have to haveyour own set, but if you have one bring it!

MOVIE MANIAThe third Tuesday of the month... Movie starts at 12:30 p.m. Join us for free popcorn,companionship, and the newest movie releases!We feature a newly released movie each month! Afall schedule is available at the center.

DOMINOS (Mexican Train Ride Version) Come learn the newest craze! 1st Tuesday of themonth @1 p.m.

Senior ServicesSENIOR LUNCHEONSEnjoy an afternoon once a month where you don’thave to worry about making your own lunch!Held the 4th Monday of each month (BINGO tofollow).$4 per lunch (must be purchased the

Wednesday prior to luncheon)

BUS SERVICES(Monroeville/Pitcairn resident only)Free bus services available every Thursday and

Friday for shopping. Transportation also availablemost senior center functions. Call to makearrangements.

BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGSScreenings are held on the 2nd Tuesday of eachmonth at 10 a.m.

FINANCIAL COUNSELINGFree money management information oninvestment selection, tax, estate, and retirement planning, and budgeting. Wednesday’s beginningin September… By appointment only.Call the office to schedule your appointmenttoday!

MEDICARE ADVICEFree Information and assistance providedWednesdays by appointment only. Call the mainoffice to schedule.

MONROEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARYOnsite Services. The Monroeville Public Libraryhas brought its services to the senior center. You no longer have to go to the library to find

your favorite reading materials. A representativefrom the library will visit the center every Fridayfrom 12 – 3 p.m. Large print books, books for thehearing impaired, VHS movies, and DVD’s will beavailable for you to check out and take home!

Senior Fitness“NEW” FITNESS ROOMThe MSC will be opening a new Fitness Facility inJanuary 2009. Our facility features A great line ofsenior friendly cardio & strength trainingequipment… The Humansport Strength TrainingSystem, Star Trac Treadmills, Total BodyTrainers, Expresso Virtual Reality Recumbent Bikes & NuStep Cross Trainers!

Fitness Room Hours:Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30pm

MEMBERSHIP FEES:Monroeville/Pitcairn Resident:65+ years FREE50 – 64 years$45 Three Month Plan$90 Six Month Plan$150 Full Year Plan

Non-Resident Fee (65+ Only)$55 Three Month Plan$110 Six Month Plan$180 Full Year Plan

LOW IMPACT AEROBICSThis basic course incorporates unique exerciseroutines to move, stretch, and tone your muscles.Students will also improve flexibility, thecardiovascular system, and relieve stress. Classesare held on Monday and Friday mornings from9:30 – 10:30 a.m.It’s a great way to stay in shape and keep young

while making new friends. Pay instructor as youattend… $2 per class.

S e n i o r S c e n e

(18 years of age or older) First Saturday of each month at 1 p.m:

Entry Fee- $12 for 23 Games

Lunch is available at noon for anadditional costSmoke Free

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MMoonnrrooeevviillllee SSeenniioorr CCiittiizzeennss CCeenntteerr6000 Gateway Campus Blvd.

(behind the Monroeville Library)412.856.7825

“Lifestyles for the Active Adults”

The Monroeville Senior Center offers a world of unique experiences that is sure

to capture the hearts and interests of those who visit.

Senior Citizens StaffTara Gresock, Executive Director

Lyda Wiesmore, Administrative ClerkLarry Katis, CustodianCindra Dale, Bus Driver

Monroeville Council of Senior CitizensJim Macaluso, President

Francis Rifugiato, 1st Vice PresidentMarilyn Cohn, 2nd Vice President

Herb Knechtel, TreasurerEd Smith, Assistant TreasurerBarbara Mohan, Administrator

Bud Pelkey, Deputy AdministratorCarol McDevitt, Monroeville Council Representative

Club Representatives:Hal Welch, Adrienne EllisMike Murray, Dorothy Daw

Orita Wood

Normal Hours of OperationMonday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Holiday Closures

Thanksgiving HolidayThursday, November 27 & Friday, November 28

Winter HolidayThursday, December 25 – Friday, January 2

ACCESS CARD & PORT AUTHORITY PASSIf you are 65+, you can register for an Access

Card or a Port Authority Pass in our office. Proof of age is required... Bring proof of ID.

FORMS & APPLICATIONSForms for Rent Rebate, PACE, and

handicapped license plates/placards areavailable in our office.

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Activity GroupsSWINGING SINGLES - The Monroeville SwingingSingles is a group of “single seniors” (50+). Have funenjoying each others company. They meet the 2ndMonday of the month at 10 a.m.

Monthly schedules are available at the center.Guests are welcome!

For more information, contact - Lois Lewis at412.372.6384

TOUCH OF CLASS - (Monroeville Senior CenterChorus) The wonderful sounds of harmony, the joy ofsinging, and the laughter the group can be heardthroughout the center. Repertoire consists of old andnew favorite pieces. The group meets every Thursdaymorning from 9:30 - 11 a.m. New members arealways welcome. For more information, contact –Melva Skena 724.327.2472

STROKE GROUP-Stroke survivors shareexperiences, information, and friendships. Sponsored by the Health Hope Network, this freeprogram was created to provide support for strokevictims. This group meets here on a weekly basis witha qualified group leader to strengthen your body,mind, and spirit through physical exercise, mentalexercise, and socialization. Also enjoy group outingsto cultural events, boat rides, Pirate games, andmore... The group Meets every Thursdays (noon). Soif you have had a stroke, we encourage you to join ourgroup. For more information – Contact Mary Kautz412.795.4206

COMPUTER CONCEPTS - Would you like to learnabout computers? The Internet? Join a congenialgroup and expand your horizons.Bring your questions and your experiences and beprepared to share both with the group.Internet connections are available as well as othersoftware programs such as Microsoft Word. MonthlyMeetings: 2nd Tuesday @ 9:30 am. Guests arewelcome!

PALS BOOK CLUB - Looking for the opportunity todiscuss interesting literature with other adultreaders? The MSC Book Club might be for you! We willmeet every month (on the fourth Thursday) at 1 p.m. This program is co-sponsored by theMonroeville Public Library.

Wii BOWLING CLUB - We are proud to announcethat the center has a Wii system, which was donatedby Home Instead Senior Care. We are starting a Wiibowling Club. Any interested participates, please signup in the main office. The club will begin in thiswinter. To truly understand how Wii revolutionizesgaming, you have to try it for yourself. Quite simply,Wii is for everyone. The ease of use and interactivityof the Wii Remote and Nunchuk allows for a uniquesocial gaming experience!

LINE DANCINGCome one, come all, and enjoy dancing to themany steps and routines of line dancing. Keepyour feet moving and your body healthy. Classesheld Tuesdays from 10:15 – 11:45 a.m. Payinstructor as you attend… $1 per class.

YOGA FOR SENIORSYoga incorporates easy stretching, movement, andbreathing. Students will increase physical strengthand endurance, harmonize physical and mentalenergy. You will be energized with these funexciting classes! Classes are held Tuesdays andThursdays from 9 – 10 a.m. Pay instructor as youattend… $5 per class.

RUSTY HINGESThese American Arthritis Foundation classes were developed by physical therapists and aredesigned for people with arthritis or relatedconditions. These low impact classes consist of gentle, joint-safe exercises that help relievestiffness and decrease arthritis pain. Classes areevery Wednesday from 10:30 – 11:45 a.m. Payinstructor as you attend… $2 per class.

SENIOR STRENGTHBuild strength today... Feel better tomorrow!Class participants use resistance bands to helpincrease muscular strength and endurance to helpprevent injury. All equipment provided.

EXERCISE BALL PROGRAMAdd some color and fun to your workout.... Sit on a ball! These balls may be new to you, butthey have been around for decades. This programwill strengthen muscles to improve posture andhelp prevent back pain. Participants mustpurchase an exercise ball...

ZUMBA GOLDLet’s start the new year off with Zumba. Lets face it, working out can be healthy, rewarding,beneficial… Working out can be lots of things, but its never been known to be much fun…UNTIL NOW! This class is designed for peopleover 50 or those wanting an introduction toZUMBA. Zumba fuses hypnotic latin rhythms andeasy to follow moves to create a dynamic workoutsystem that will blow you away! Thursdays (6 week session), January 8th -February 12th (12:15 - 1:15 p.m.) Fee: You have 2 payment options... $24 pay in advance (equals $4 per class) or $5 pay as you go...

CIRCUIT STRENGTH TRAININGComing this January... the HUMANSPORTStrength training system... HumanSport™ is astate-of-the-art, six-piece cable-based functionaltraining system that incorporates three mainfocuses of human development: Base strength,core stabilization and dynamic movement. It’s the one-stop shop for strength!

Instruction ClassesCOMPUTERS CLASSESThese classes will provide you with hands onexperience… Take one of the following classes orall of them! We are now offering the followingclasses: Beginner’s One, Beginners Two,Introduction to Word Processing, and DigitalPhotography. Three week sessions on Tuesdaysand Thursdays in the afternoon… $20 per person.Call the office today to see when the next sessionof classes begins!

AARP DRIVING COURSETune up your driving skills and update yourknowledge of the rules of the road. The AARPDrivers Refresher Course is designed to helpadults 55 years and over to maintain theirindependence and their driving privileges. Thisclass will help you gain more confidence behindthe wheel! Participants may be eligible for areduction in car insurance. Four hour class… $10 person. Call the office today to see when thenext session of classes begins!

Special EventsWINTER HOLIDAY BREAKFASTWednesday, December 17th @ 9 a.m.Start celebrating the holidays with us! Start themorning off with a scrumptious meal, followed bythe sounds of the Gateway High School Chorusand of course bingo.

Menu: (Choice of one)Pancakes & SausageDanish & Fruit CupCoffee, Tea, & Juice

$ 4 per person (Buy your tickets by Dec. 10th)

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For detailed information on any of the programs, please contact the Monroeville Senior Citizens Center.

Senior Clubs andOrganizationsFind the club that fits your interests… Open to any Monroeville/Pitcairn Resident. A terrific way to meet new friends!

SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB – Meets the 2ndand 4th Tuesday at 12 p.m.. For more informationplease contact Dolly Fucich at 412.373.3738.

THE MID-CENTURY CLUB – Meets the 2ndWednesday of the month at 12 p.m. For moreinformation please contact Grace Cacolice at412.372.1593.

PRIME TIMERS CLUB – Meets the 4thWednesday of the month at 12 p.m.. For moreinformation please contact John Shea at412.373.3284.

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It’s cold, miserable and the last thing you need is the dry, itchy skinthat comes with the winter winds. Fortunately, there are some simplethings you can do to protect your skin this winter.Dermatologist Dr. Carol Roper said that while some people know the

basics of skin protection, there’s a lot that people don’t know.“Everybody, in the wintertime, tends to get a little drier, itchy and

uncomfortable. What you can do to offset that is simply using amoisturizer,” Roper said. “Moisturizing is something women tend to be more in the habit of doing than men, but it really can helpeveryone’s skin.”

Something that a lot of people don’t realize, Roper said, is that thereare different types of moisturizers for different climates.“One thing that’s better for wintertime is an oil-based moisturizer

rather than a cream,” she said. “Creams are good for the summer, butwhat many don’t’ realize is that there are heavier moisturizers out therethat do a better job of protecting the skin.”Roper also suggests avoiding those long, hot showers in the winter.

Hot water strips a lot of nutrients from the skin, she said, which can leaveyou feeling dry as well. “What you can do is add oatmeal or baking soda to your bath water,

which will have a moisturizing effect,” she said. Hand protection is especially important,

Roper said, because the skin of the hands isvery thin and doesn’t have the same amount of oil glands as found in skin elsewhere on the body. “In the winter, you should always wear

gloves, non-wool gloves if possible, becausewool is irritating to some people,” Roper said. “And even if you don’t moisturize your entire body, it’s always a good idea tomoisturize the hands or tops of the handsbefore you go to bed.”If your home is dry, you may want to look

into humidifiers to keep the moisture in the air.This will help keep your skin moist.Lastly, if you work outside in the wintertime

or participate in winter sports, Roper said it’sespecially important that you continue to usesunscreen just as you would in thesummertime.“People don’t realize that just because the

temperature drops, they don’t have an excuseto not use sunscreen. People should continueto use sunscreen in the fall and winter,especially if they’re involved in a winter sportinvolving snow,” she said. “Snow reflects a lotof the UV rays back up at you and can result ina winter sunburn.”Winter is a time of low humidity, so

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When Sarah Samek of Murrysville went into labor afterattending a Pirate’s game this summer, she didn’t call herdoctor; she called her nurse-midwife. The next day, withthe help of Gretchen Cohen, CNM, MSN, a midwifeat The Family Nurse Midwives (part of EastSuburban Ob-Gyn Associates), Sarah gave birth to hersecond child, Liam, who weighed in at six pounds 13ounces and measured 20inches long.

Sarah is among the growing number of women who chosenurse-midwifery care for their pregnancy. According toSarah, the personalized care she received made the birthof her son even more special. “The midwives help ensurethat pregnancy and childbirth is exactly what it is - a natu-ral, life-changing, and truly amazing experience,” said Ms.

Samek. “I am so thankful for thesewomen and the services and friend-ships they provide.”

Midwifery is an ancient art.Before obstetricians, labor anddelivery wards and ultrasound,there were midwives. InEnglish, the term “midwife”means “with women.”Nurse-midwives practicea modern version of theancient art of midwifery.

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Old-Fashioned Deliverywith Today’s Medical AdvancementsFamily Nurse Midwives at Forbes OfferPersonalized Care to Expectant Moms

Sarah Samek gave birth to her son Liamwith the help of a nurse-midwife at Forbes.

WEST PENN ALLEGHENY HEALTH SYSTEM

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Nurse-midwives are educated andlicensed as both registered nurses andmidwives. All nurse-midwives are alsoeducated at the grad-uate level and manyhave master’sdegrees. In addition,they must pass anational certificationexamination.

While the choice ofusing a nurse-midwifehas become morepopular amongwomen, there are stillsome misconceptionswhen it comes tonurse-midwives. “Onebig misconception wehear often is thatwomen who use ourservices cannot getpain medications,” said Ms. Cohen. “Thisis quite the contrary – we offer a wholerange of care for women, from those whowant natural childbirth to those who wantpain medications during their delivery.”

According to Michael J. Pelekanos,MD, Vice Chair of the Department ofObstetrics and Gynecology at TheWestern Pennsylvania Hospital –Forbes Regional Campus, the certifiednurse midwives are a great addition toEast Suburban Ob-Gyn Associates and toForbes. “We are happy to provide alter-native care with equally good results,”said Dr. Pelekanos. “The midwives offerthe best of both worlds when it comes tolabor and delivery – they address theemotional as well as the medical side ofhaving a baby.”

Dr. Pelekanos added that even though it isa very uncommon occurrence, physiciansare available around-the-clock for immedi-ate assistance to the midwives shouldmajor complications arise during deliveryor if there is a serious health concern.

Midwifery is a different model of care thatcomplements physician care. The twohave strengths together that they do not

have individually.“Midwifery is a verypersonalized method ofcare – each womanhas her own delivery inmind and we work withthat patient to individu-alize their care,” addsMs. Cohen. “In asense, it’s old-fash-ioned, personalizedhealth care with all themedical advancementsof today.”

Women who utilize theFamily Nurse Midwivesdeliver at the Women’sand Infants’ CareCenter at Forbes. The

Center focuses on treating labor, birth,postpartum and newborn care not as med-ical episodes but as life events thatinvolve dynamic emotional, social andphysical changes. Family-centered care isthe guiding concept. The suites in theCenter are designed so that babies, moth-ers and fathers can remain together in thesame room throughout the stay.

The facility offers quality, state-of-the-artcomprehensive care in a homelike settingfeaturing 11 beautifully furnished labor,delivery and postpartum suites and ninepostpartum rooms designed to meet theneeds and wishes of today’s families. Thesuites contain all the comforts of homeas well as all the equipment health careprofessionals need to provide leading-edge care.

For more information about themidwives, or to schedule a freeorientation visit, please call theFamily Nurse Midwives at theiroffice located in Irwin at724-765-1031.

“The midwivesoffer the best of

both worlds when itcomes to laborand delivery –they address theemotional as wellas the medical sideof having a baby.”Michael J. Pelekanos, MD

Vice Chair of the Departmentof Obstetrics and Gynecology

HouseCalls is a publication of The Western PennsylvaniaHospital – Forbes Regional Campus. Articles are not intend-ed to diagnose specific medical conditions which should beaddressed by your physician. For more information, pleasecall 412-858-4538.

Dawn M. Gideon, President and Chief Executive OfficerTom Moser, Chief Operating Officer, West Penn Hospital –Forbes Regional CampusNancy Grover, Director, Communications and MarketingKara Kessler, Stephanie Waite, Contributing WritersTracy Schneider, DesignerKristin Peterson, Photographer

©2008 The Western Pennsylvania Hospital – Forbes Regional Campus.An equal opportunity employer. All rights reserved.

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CHILDBIRTH EDUCATIONAT FORBES REGIONAL

To help you prepare for your new arrival, weoffer a variety of educational programs, designedto prepare you for childbirth and parenting and toacquaint you with our staff and facilities.Early Pregnancy – Learn about proper nutri-tion, fetal development, prenatal care andtesting, coping with the discomforts of pregnan-cy, pre-term labor, prenatal fitness andrelaxation exercises.Childbirth Education Series – Class contentincludes a hospital orientation and tour, stagesof labor and the Lamaze method of childbirth.Variations In Labor – Participants are educat-ed on the medical interventions in labor,cesarean delivery, medications and anesthesia.Delivery And Beyond – Learn the physicaland emotional changes following deliveryincluding infant care, feeding options, car seatsafety and more.Breastfeeding – Topics include the benefits ofbreast milk, establishing a milk supply, position-ing the baby, proper latch on, preventingproblems and returning to work.And Baby Makes Four – Siblings ages 3 to 8will explore their feelings and learn what lifewill be like with a new brother or sister.Infant/Child/Adult CPR For Family &Friends – Emergency care and CPR techniquesare covered.

FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO

REGISTER, CALL 1-877-284-2000.

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Osteoporosis is a common skeletal disordercharacterized by decreased bone strength.Complications of osteoporosis includefragility fractures of the hip and spine,which often occur with little or no trau-ma. When spinal fractures do not healproperly, they can lead to reducedmobility, decreased breathing ability,and an increased risk of death.

Until recently, painful fractures of thespine could only be treated with bracingand pain medication. In those patientswho don’t respond to a trial of non-surgi-cal treatment, a minimally invasivetechnique called Kyphoplasty can stabi-lize the fracture, reduce the pain, and getpatients back into their daily activities.

Kyphoplasty has been performed suc-cessfully by spine surgeons at TheWestern Pennsylvania Hospital – ForbesRegional Campus. “This new procedurecan be done on an outpatient basisand through an incision less than fivemillimeters long,” said Eugene A.Bonaroti, MD, FACS, AGHNeurosurgery at Forbes RegionalCampus. “Studies have shown that 90percent of patients who receive this treat-ment can return back to their normalactivities without pain.”

The procedure involves placing a small bal-loon through a tube and into the fracturedvertebral body under direct X-ray guidance.The balloon is inflated to expand the com-pressed bone and then the bone isimmediately injected with bone cement.Within minutes, the bone cement hardensand the fracture is stabilized. While thereare risks to this procedure, they are minimalwhen performed by an experienced surgeon.

As in most medical conditions, preventionis the best medicine. Osteoporosis has tra-

ditionally been considerd a disease of olderwomen, but one-third of all vertebral com-pression fractures occur in men.

Therefore, females over 50 and men over 55should be screened with a Dexa scan. Thistest assesses bone mineral density. If thepatient’s bone mineral density is low, thereare medications which can be taken to pre-vent further bone loss and build new bone.Daily supplementation with calcium andvitamin D can also enhance bone qualityand help to prevent additional fractures. Adaily exercise regimen of low impact aero-bics or light weight training can prevent orat least lessen bone loss.

For more information on neuro-surgery services at West PennHospital – Forbes RegionalCampus, or to arrange a consulta-tion or patient appointment with Dr.Bonaroti, please call 412-858-7766.

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I’m Proud of You:

Celebrating theSpirit of Mr. Rogers

Forbes Hospice staff andvolunteers cordially invite you andyour family to attend an evening ofremembrance as we welcome TimMadigan, author of the book I'mProud of You: Life Lessons fromMy

Friend Fred Rogers.

Join us for this special event wherewe will remember the life of Fred

Rogers. Come and celebrateFred’s spirit and learn how his

legacy is still an important part ofour neighborhood.

Monday, November 17,2008

7:00 p.m.Central CatholicHigh School

McGonigle Theater4720 5th Avenue -

OaklandFree parking is available –

entrance is located onSouth Neville Street

The event will also feature guestappearances fromMister Rogers’Neighborhood cast including

Maggie Stewart (Mayor Maggie ofWestwood) and Chuck Aber

(Neighbor Aber).

For reservations or moreinformation please call412-325-7237 by

November 12.

Balloons for BonesHealing Fractures of the Spinewith Minimal Pain and Hospital Stay

Eugene A. Bonaroti, MD, FACS, aneurosurgeon at Forbes, helps patients whoare suffering from painful spinal fractures.

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He was on a construction sitewhen he first felt the pain andnumbness in his leg. A long andfrustrating search for reliefbegan. A femoral bypass intend-ed to increase blood flow to hisleg failed, and Mr. Beatty subse-quently developed compartmentalsyndrome, in which muscle tis-sues swell and die. A fasciotomy,or cutting of muscle tissue,relieved the pressure and pain,but only for about a year.

“I thought I’d be good for therest of my life,” Mr. Beatty said.“Didn’t happen. I had just fin-ished painting the kitchen whenI felt severe pain. I thought, ‘OhGod, please not again.’”

Further medical interventionfailed to resolve his arterialblockage, and medication could-n’t mask his intense pain. Anamputation was the only option.

Mr. Beatty faced the transitionfrom strong, active constructionworker to someone who needed to learn to walk. His doctorreferred him to the Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit at West PennHospital – Forbes Regional Campus.

The staff guided him through the tough initial learningprocess of putting on the artificial leg and taught him to walkusing a walker, then crutches, then the prosthesis itself.

“The therapists and nurses were good to me,” Mr. Beattysaid. “They made it an easier transition.”

Kelly Buchinsky, RB, BSN, CRN, Nurse Manager of theInpatient Rehabilitation Unit said the unit is designed totreat patients such as Mr. Beatty who can complete three

hours of therapy every day, aremedically stable and can expectto return to functional independ-ence within a reasonableamount of time.

The Inpatient Rehabilitation Unitdeveloped a comprehensive dis-charge plan for Mr. Beatty, asfor every patient.

“We set patients up with contin-ued therapy either in the homeor as outpatients,” Ms.Buchinsky said. “We look at thepatient as a whole, and wemake sure there is follow-upwith surgeons, primary carephysicians and anyone involvedin the patient’s care. Every per-son on the care team isinvolved, and the case managerworks with social services tohelp the family find resourcesand services in the community.”

At the Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit,Mr. Beatty is well-remembered for hisgood rapport with the staff and posi-

tive attitude. Staying positive can be tough, he said, but healways tries.

He enjoys getting out of the house for short walks or shoppingtrips but is eager to return to work in some capacity. He recent-ly began taking driving lessons sponsored by the PennsylvaniaOffice of Vocational Rehabilitation and hopes getting behindthe wheel again will be his first step back to employment.

For more information on the InpatientRehabilitation Unit at West Penn Hospital –Forbes Regional Campus, please call412-858-2367.

Building a Path Back to MobilityAt age 51, Kevin Beatty learned how to walk again.

The former construction worker from North Versailles underwent an above-the-kneeamputation of his right leg in early 2008 after a year-long battle with peripheralarterial disease.

With the help of the Inpatient Rehab Unitat Forbes, Kevin Beatty is able to take walksagain with his dog Sara.

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Early Pregnancy ClassThe first in our Childbirth Education Series, this class is designedfor expectant mothers and their coaches during the early monthsof pregnancy. It includes information on nutrition, fetal develop-ment, prenatal care and testing, coping with discomforts ofpregnancy, preterm labor, prenatal fitness and relaxation exercis-es. This class should be taken prior to the 20th week ofpregnancy.

Dates Days TimesNovember 17 Monday 7 - 9:30 p.m.

January 20 Tuesday 7 - 9:30 p.m.

March 18 Wednesday 7 - 9:30 p.m.

Fee: Free

Childbirth Education SeriesThe Childbirth Education Series resumes with these classes thatshould be started between the 30th to 33rd week of pregnancy.Content includes: Hospital Orientation, Stages of Labor and theLamaze Method of Childbirth. Lamaze refresher enrollees willattend the third and fourth classes of the series for a fee of$50 per couple.

Dates Days TimesNovember 24, Mondays 7 - 9:30 p.m.December 1, 8 & 15

January 5, 12, 19 & 26 Mondays 7 - 9:30 p.m.

January 28, Wednesday 7 - 9:30 p.m.February 4, 11 & 18

February 17, 24, Tuesday 7 - 9:30 p.m.March 3 & 10

Fee: $100/couple until December 31, 2008. Please note, afterJanuary 1, 2009, the fee for the Childbirth Education Series will be$85 per couple and will only include the four classes listed abovein the series.

Variations in LaborComplementing the Childbirth Education Series, class contentincludes medical interventions in labor, medications and an anes-thesiologist as guest speaker.

Dates Days TimesDecember 4 Thursday 7 - 9:30 p.m.

January 8 Thursday 7 - 9:30 p.m.

February 9 Monday 7 - 9:30 p.m.

Fee: Until December 31, 2008, class cost is covered for regis-trants in the Childbirth Education Series ($25 fee per couple forothers). After January 1, 2009, Variations in Labor is no longerincluded in the fee for the Childbirth Education Series and will be$25 per couple.

Delivery and BeyondThis class discusses physical and emotional changes postpartum,taking care of yourself, infant care, feeding options, car seat safe-ty and much more.

Dates Days TimesNovember 25 Tuesday 7 - 9:30 p.m.

January 14 Wednesday 7 - 9:30 p.m.

February 26 Thursday 7 - 9:30 p.m.

Fee: Until December 31, 2008, class cost is covered for regis-trants in the Childbirth Education Series ($25 fee per couple forothers). After January 1, 2009, Delivery and Beyond is no longerincluded in the fee for the Childbirth Education Series and will be$25 per couple.

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Family Health and Wellness Program CalendarWinter 2008

Call 1-877-284-2000 to register for classes, unless otherwise noted.All classes meet on the campus of The Western Pennsylvania Hospital – Forbes Regional Campus, unless otherwise noted.

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Breastfeeding ClassYou and your partner can learn about all the benefits of breast-feeding and how to get breastfeeding off to a great start. A mustclass to attend if this is your first time breastfeeding.

Dates Days TimesDecember 11 Thursday 7 - 9:30 p.m.

January 21 Wednesday 7 - 9:30 p.m.

March 2 Monday 7 - 9:30 p.m.

Fee: Until December 31, 2008, class cost is covered for registrantsin the Childbirth Education Series ($25 fee per couple for others).After January 1, 2009, the Breastfeeding Class is no longer includ-ed in the fee for the Childbirth Education Series and will be$25 per couple.

And Baby Makes Four (Sibling Class)A class to help children ages 3-8 prepare for the birth of a newsibling.

Dates Days TimesFebruary 28 Saturday 10 - 11:30 a.m.

May 16 Saturday 10 - 11:30 a.m.

Fee: $20 for first child and $10 per additional child in a family.

Girls, Parents and PubertyParents and adolescent girls (ages 9-12) learn about the emotionaland physical changes related to growing up.

Date Day TimeFebruary 27 Friday 7 - 9:30 p.m.

May 15 Friday 7 - 9:30 p.m.

Fee: $25 for parent and child and $35 for two children and a parent.

Infant/Child CPR for Family and FriendsAn American Heart Association course in infant/child/adultCardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), this class is recommendedfor all and especially parents and those who care for children.Emergency care of a choking infant/child/adult, CPR techniques forinfant/child/adult and safety for infant/child are covered. CPRtechniques are demonstrated and practiced. This class is designedfor family members and friends who DO NOT need a course card.

Date Day TimeNovember 6 Thursday 7 - 9 p.m.

December 2 Tuesday 7 - 9 p.m.

January 7 Wednesday 7 - 9:30 p.m.

February 5 Thursday 7 - 9:30 p.m.

Fee: $45/couple; $30/single. Class size is limited to a total of10 people (individuals and/or couples)

The Ed Dardanell Heart and Vascular Center Education Series

The Ed Dardanell Heart and Vascular Center Education Series is amonthly presentation for heart patients and their families that fea-ture demonstrations and question and answer sessions focusing onheart and vascular health. Upcoming presentations will include adiscussion of coronary artery bypass graft surgery, heart healthydiets and cooking demonstrations, and chest pain.

Dates Days TimesNovember 11 Tuesday 12 - 1 p.m.

December 18 Thursday 12 - 1 p.m.

Fee: Free. Space is limited so please call 412-578-1451 to registeror for information on upcoming topics.

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Diabetes Self-Management Group EducationThe Diabetes Self-Management Class at the Joslin DiabetesCenter at The Western Pennsylvania Hospital – Forbes RegionalCampus is an eight-hour in-depth education program for peoplewith diabetes and one support person. This series of two classesoffers a personalized, interdisciplinary approach to long-term dia-betes management by providing nutrition, exercise and diabeteseducation in a small classroom setting.

Classes are eight hours — four hours the first week and four hoursthe second week.

Dates Days TimesNovember 1 & 8 Saturday 8 a.m. – noon

November 6 & 13 Thursday 1 - 5 p.m.

November 12 & 19 Wednesday 8 a.m. – noon

November 15 & 22 Saturday 8 a.m. – noon

November 18 & 25 Tuesday 1 - 5 p.m.

December 4 & 11 Thursday 1 - 5 p.m.

December 6 & 13 Saturday 8 a.m. – noon

December 10 & 17 Wednesday 8 a.m. – noon

December 16 & 23 Tuesday 1 - 5 p.m.

January 8 & 15 Thursday 1 - 5 p.m.

January 10 & 17 Saturday 8 a.m. – noon

January 14 & 21 Wednesday 8 a.m. – noon

January 20 & 27 Tuesday 1 - 5 p.m.

January 24 & 31 Saturday 8 a.m. – noon

February 5 & 12 Thursday 8 a.m. – noon

February 13 & 20 Wednesday 1 – 5 p.m.

February 2 & 9 Saturday 8 a.m. – noon

February 19 & 26 Tuesday 8 a.m. – noon

February 21 & 28 Saturday 8 a.m. – noon

Fee: Patients should check with their insurance provider aboutfee coverage. For information and to register, please call412-858-4474.

Individualized Diabetes Self-Management EducationIn addition to the group education classes available for diabetesself-management, The Joslin Diabetes Center at The WesternPennsylvania Hospital – Forbes Regional Campus offers individual-ized diabetes education. This education is one-on-one with acertified diabetes educator and offers individualized instruction ondiabetes management and nutrition.

Fee: Patients should check with their insurance provider about feecoverage.

Call 412-858-4474 for more information. One-on-one diabetestraining is scheduled by appointment only.

Diabetes Support GroupThe purpose of the Diabetes Support Group is to assist peoplewith diabetes in leading a productive life through education, dis-cussion of problems, demonstration of new equipment andproducts, improvement of lifestyle, sharing ideas, knowledge andrecreation. A different speaker attends each meeting and talksabout one aspect of diabetes. The Diabetes Support Group is opento people with diabetes and their spouses or other support per-sons.

Dates Days TimesNovember 17 Monday 2 - 4 p.m.

January 19 Monday 2 - 4 p.m.

February 16 Monday 2 - 4 p.m.

Fee: Free. For information call 412-858-4474. Registration is notrequired.

The Joslin Diabetes Center at The Western Pennsylvania Hospital – Forbes Regional Campus is a comprehensive,personalized diabetes care center that addresses the special needs of people with diabetes. The Joslin programfocuses on teaching self-management skills while meeting medical needs. An affiliate of the Joslin DiabetesCenter at West Penn Hospital and the Joslin Diabetes Center in Boston, the center at Forbes Regional Campus isstaffed by certified diabetes educators who have experience in complete diabetes management.

Each member of the Joslin team, including our physicians, nurses and dieticians are specially trained in diabetescare. To obtain more information about the Joslin Diabetes Center at The Western Pennsylvania Hospital – Forbes

Regional Campus, please call 412-858-4474.

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American Cancer SocietyLook Good - Feel Better!This class is open to women who are anticipating or receiving can-cer treatments such as chemotherapy or radiation. An experiencedcosmetologist from the American Cancer Society will help selectappropriate scarves and wigs and provide tips about makeup dur-ing treatment. A free makeup kit will be given to each participant.

Classes are held each month. For dates and times, call1-800-ACS (227)-2345. You also may call the American CancerSociety at 1-888-227-5445 for information or to register (you mustpre-register for this class). Information is also available online atwww.cancer.org.

Fee: Classes are freeLocation: The Western Pennsylvania Hospital – Forbes RegionalCampus

A Step in the Right DirectionA one-hour educational session for people planning hip or kneereplacement.

Speakers include nurses from orthopedics and rehab, a physicaland occupational therapist, and a social services representative.Speakers will discuss pre- and post-op care and discharge plan-ning. All attendees will receive an informational book and video.Free parking is available for attendees. For more information or toregister, please call 1-877-284-2000.

Time: Every Wednesday, 1 - 2 p.m.Fee: FreeLocation: The Western Pennsylvania Hospital – Forbes RegionalCampus, 7S Rehab Unit (please use the Patient Entrance on thelower level of the Hospital – located near Lot D).

Seniors for Safe DrivingThe American Automobile Association offers this two-sessioncourse as a driver improvement program for mature operators 55and over. This is a driver-awareness and behavior modification pro-gram. Classroom instruction only – there is NO on the road drivingor classroom testing. Course benefits include becoming a saferdriver and receiving a minimum five-percent discount on your autoinsurance as mandated by Pennsylvania state law.

Dates Days TimesNovember 19 & 20 Wednesday/ 5:30 p.m. -

Thursday 9 p.m.

Fee: $12/two classes

Instructor: Certified AAA InstructorLocation: The Western Pennsylvania Hospital – Forbes RegionalCampus

To register, please call 1-800-559-4880.

Special Programs

Bereavement Support GroupsSupport groups bring people together to share their thoughts and feelings and to help them through difficult times. Don’t do it alone —call to find out how our experienced staff members can help. There is no fee to attend. To register, please call 412-325-7251. Please notethat the group sessions listed below are held each month on the same weekly schedule.

General Groups (all ages and types of loss):Third Thursday of each month, 7 - 9 p.m., The WesternPennsylvania Hospital – Forbes Regional Campus,2570 Haymaker Rd. (Monroeville)

Young Widows and Widowers (up to age 50)Second Thursday of each month, 7 - 9 p.m., The WesternPennsylvania Hospital – Forbes Regional Campus,2570 Haymaker Rd. (Monroeville)

Fourth Monday of each month, 5:30 - 7 p.m., North Hills YouthMinistry Counseling Center, 802 McKnight Park Dr. (Ross Township)

Adult Children Who Have Lost Parents:Third Wednesday of each month, 7 - 9 p.m., Jewish CommunityCenter, 5738 Forbes Ave. (Squirrel Hill)

Middle Agers (50’s and 60’s)First Wednesday of each month, 7 - 9 p.m., Sixth PresbyterianChurch, corner of Forbes Ave. and Murray Ave. (Squirrel Hill)

Parents Who Have Lost Children(children up to 21 years old)First Tuesday of each month, 7 - 9 p.m., The Children’s Institute(chapel), Shady Avenue, Squirrel Hill.

Volunteers NeededVolunteering is a wonderful way for people to help others, make newfriends and explore possible health careers. Volunteers usually come oneday a week for four hours.Generations interact and work together to accomplish amazing things at TheWestern Pennsylvania Hospital – Forbes Regional Campus including greetingvisitors at the information desk, helping Volunteer Services with their day-to-day operations and assisting Dietary and other departments with minorpatient needs.Volunteers tell us what day and time they are available and if they want towork with patients, the public, or prefer clerical work, and we match themwith an assignment. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer or knowsomeone who is, please contact Volunteer Services at 412-858-2578.

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One of the biggest stresses of the holiday season isn’t bringing thefamily together, it’s planning out how to feed all those hungry mouths.Fortunately, you don’t have to miss your own party sweating over the

stove and putting rings around the napkins. While you may not have everconsidered it before, catering your holiday party will not only give yourparty a heightened level of sophistication, it will dramatically decrease yourlabor and stress level.Javid Shojaie, owner of Jaden’s Catering, said a professional caterer will

take care of all the details of a party including pre-planning, shopping,setting up a festive table; driving and delivering to your destinationeverything you need for a successful event. You will be able to enjoy yourguests, the food, and your very own party.“Eating healthy is very important, and every year my catering staff and I

offer new menu items that are not only healthy,but are also different and inviting, andcomplement a particular holiday or specialtheme,” said Shojaie.One of the benefits of catering as opposed to

taking your guests out to a restaurant is thatyou’re going to have complete control over thebottom line before a fork ever reaches the lips.You’ll have total control over the menu, thebeverages and whether or not you want to useyour catering company’s place settings or yourown. In addition, some caterers haverelationships with preferred musicians, DJs,florists and other service providers that can makeyour party the talk of the town.Jaden’s Catering will accommodate a home

party, a corporate or office party, a privatebanquet room party, or any place of choicedesired by a customer. Both Javid and his wife,Barbara, believe that a party at home, especiallyfor the holidays, offers guests, the host andhostess the opportunity to enjoy one another’scompany in a home that has that personal touchholiday décor and offers comfort and warmth inan inviting environment. A corporate holiday party is a great way to

show appreciation for staff and a festiveopportunity to get to know co-workers andcolleagues, peers and supervisors in a relaxed andless formal way. Many corporate parties establishthemes, such as “Hawaiian,” Wildwest,”“Ethnic,” and “Steelers.”

“Ten guests was the smallest of partiesexecuted, and fifteen hundred guests was thelargest catered,” Shojaie said. “An averageholiday party numbers fifty to seventy guests.”The most unusual catering events

experienced by Javid and his staff have been aBBQ cook out in December, a lobster bake offwith fresh lobster and crab legs flown overnightexpress, hot grilled desserts, and a breakfastcooked to order for two hundred and fifty peopleat 6 a.m. “My catering company offers breakfast, lunch,

dinner, hors d’oeuvres, desserts, and diverse

menus all at affordable and reasonable prices,” Shojaie said. “Almost fortytwo percent of our events are customized. Today, we find it necessary to besensitive to different tastes that include vegan and gluten free products. Wefocus on the needs of our clients first when designing a menu that will fittheir tastes, culture, and sensitivities.” Catering your party can be as simple as having food delivered to your

doorsteps or having china, linens, tents, tables, chairs, and everything elsein between.One thing you need remember about holiday catering is planning in

advance. While most caterers can pick up your business at the last minute,it’s preferred that you lock in a date as early as possible. The details of theevent can come later – say a few weeks before the event – but getting yourevent on your caterer’s calendar gives everyone a goal to shoot for. ��

Plan Your Holiday Event Stress Free!By Pat Sheahan

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Gateway School DistrictSuperintendent’s Message

Dr. Cleveland Steward, Jr.Gateway School District Superintendent

For information on Gateway School Districtactivities, athletics,events, and more, visitwww.gatewayk12.org.

Dear Gateway Community:

Another great year at Gateway is underway. The school year started on September 2, 2008 as we welcomed 33

new teachers to our family of educators. From the start, our schools and students were making us proud with

awards and honors. Two Gateway High School students, Martin Craig and Mohamed Koubaa, were named

National Merit Semifinalists, our band took top honors and earned many top awards at both the Norwin Band

Competition and the Bands of America Competition in Ohio, the Fall sports teams and athletes are making us

proud with multiple victories, and Gateway High School Social Studies teacher, Mark Wallace, has been named

the 2008 Pennsylvania History Teacher of the Year, while Stephanie Ruby, a special education teacher at

Ramsey Elementary School, was one of only twelve finalists for the 2009 Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year. I am

very proud of the accomplishments of our schools and students so far, and I know this is only the beginning of

what promises to be the best year ever for our District.

Gateway is moving ahead with its renovation of Moss Side Elementary School, which will give us six new

classrooms and a new, larger, state-of-the-art library. The project is expected to commence sometime this year

with an anticipated completion in 2009. The School Board has also approved the purchase of several new two-

way radios and a repeater system that will be used by all administrators and key members of the District’s Crisis

Preparedness Team for improved communications during emergencies and special events.

Every year, the challenges become greater as educators across the country strive to find new ways to enhance

student achievement. The recent PSSA scores that were released by the state reflect specific areas that need

improvement. We have embraced the challenge and, in recent months, teachers and administrators have been

working with Differentiated Instruction expert, Sara Lampe, to implement practical ways for teachers to address

the variety of learning levels in their classrooms. This way of thinking, combined with early intervention

programs, has placed Gateway on an aggressive path that will enhance learning and provide students with more

opportunities to develop their minds.

I hope that this new school year finds you and your family well and ready to embrace the positive learning

experiences that will make up the 2008-09 school year.

Sincerely,

Dr. Cleveland Steward, Jr.

Superintendent of Schools

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Board Study Sessions 7:30 p.m.Monday, November 10, 2008Monday, December 1, 2008

Regular Board Meetings 7:30 p.m.Wednesday, November 19, 2008Wednesday, December 10, 2008

2008 MEETING DATES

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David MagillPresident

William BaileyVice President

Cindy Falvo Dawn Neilly Janice Rawson

James Rosipal Joseph Wightkin Scott Williams Thomas Wilson Bonnie EashaSecretary

Paul ShottTreasurer

Gateway Board of School Directors

Gateway High School Marching BandHits Top Note at CompetitionThe Gateway High School Marching Band, under the direction of Robert Read, played a happytune when it took 1st Place at the recent Norwin High School Band Contest. Gateway also wontop awards in the categories of High Music, High Visual, and High General Effect in Class"AAAA". The band earned a score of 84.90.

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Monroeville TeacherNamed PennsylvaniaHistory Teacher of the YearMark Wallace, a United States history teacherat Gateway Senior High School inMonroeville, has been named PennsylvaniaHistory Teacher of the Year by the Gilder

Lehrman Institute of American History and Preserve America.Mr. Wallace will receive a $1,000 honorarium and will be in the

running for the National History Teacher of the Year Award to beselected this fall. Gateway Senior High School’s library will receive a corearchive of history books and materials from the Gilder Lehrman Instituteof American History.“All of us recognized excellent teaching in the finalists; ability to

engage students, appeal to all students, the ability to establish therelevance of education, and a genuine concern to help students worktoward accomplishing their dreams,” said Jeffrey Zeiders, statecoordinator for the award and a social studies advisor with thePennsylvania Department of Education. “With Mark Wallace, we keptcoming back to his unselfish service to school and community, and hismotivated efforts on behalf of autism. In a time when we are concernedabout engaged citizenship and the sense of community, Mark showed usthat it is still alive and well and being modeled."“This award gives us the chance to recognize great history teachers

across the country,” said Lesley Herrmann, Executive Director of theGilder Lehrman Institute of American History. “It puts exceptionaleducators front and center.”Mr. Wallace has taught Advanced Placement United States history at

Gateway Senior High School for nineteen years, has served as the SocialStudies Department Chair since 1999, and coaches varsity boys golf at the

school. He won the Outstanding Teaching Award from the University ofChicago in 2006, and in 2005 was a finalist for Pennsylvania StateTeacher of the Year. He is a Pittsburgh committee member for AutismSpeaks, and works with several other community organizations.A graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania (B.S., education),

Mr. Wallace earned his M.A. in secondary-education social studies fromthe University of Pittsburgh. He has also taught as an adjunct professor atButler County Community College, Point Park College, andWestmoreland County Community College (where he has also served asCoordinator of the Learning Center). Now in its fifth year, the History Teacher of the Year Award is

designed to promote and celebrate the teaching of American history inclassrooms across the United States. It honors one exceptional K-12teacher of American history from each state and U.S. territory. This year,only middle and high school teachers were eligible for nomination. Theselection of the state winner is based upon several criteria, including: atleast three years of classroom experience in teaching American history; adeep career commitment to teaching American history, which includeslocal and state history; evidence of creativity and imagination in theclassroom that address literacy and content beyond state standards; closeattention to primary documents, artifacts, historic sites, and other primarymaterials of history, including oral history; and evidence of thoughtfulassessment of student achievement.Founded in 1994, the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History

promotes the study and love of American history. The Institute servesteachers, students, scholars, and the general public. It helps create history-centered schools, organizes seminars and programs for educators,produces print and electronic publications and traveling exhibitions,sponsors lectures by eminent historians, and administers a HistoryTeacher of the Year Award in every state through its partnership withPreserve America. The Institute also awards the Lincoln, FrederickDouglass, and George Washington Book Prizes, and offers fellowships forscholars to work in the Gilder Lehrman Collection. The Institutemaintains two websites, www.gilderlehrman.org and the quarterly onlinejournal www.historynow.org. ��

Gateway to HostMulticultural FestivalGateway High School will host the 14th AnnualUnite Our World Multicultural Festival on Tuesday,November 18, 2008, from 7-10 p.m. in theGateway High School Auditorium. Tickets for theevent are $5 for students and $6 for adults.Children under the age of 10 will receive freeadmission.This event promotes and celebrates cultural

awareness and tolerance within the Gatewayschools and community by allowing students theopportunity to share their cultural heritage withothers. Colorful, ornate costumes, delicious delicacies, and

energetic student performances bring people of allshapes, colors, sizes, abilities, and minds togetherfor an evening of fun and cultural exploration.Under the guidance of Leigh-Anne Weiss,

Community Service Director, student coordinatorsfor the event are Amanda O’Neill, KatiaParamonova, Noor Moin, and Arienne Valerio.Proceeds from this event will benefit “Pennies forPeace” to help rebuild a school in Afghanistan.

Gateway High School celebrated Homecoming on Friday, October 3 starting with a parade,which showcased class floats based on this year's theme: Board Games. The winning float wasClue sponsored by the sophomore class. During half time, the Senior Homecoming Courtwas honored and Alisa Jacobson was crowned this year's Queen. Other Senior Courtmembers included: Elizabeth Goppman, Zakera Barnes, Kierra Ivy, and Chelsea McConnell.Homecoming Court members for Grades 9-11 were Shannon Dorr (Freshman), ShaqualynJosey (Junior), and Christina Pendice (Sophomore). The Gateway Gators football team alsoadded to the celebration with a 42-0 victory over the visiting Hempfield Spartans. Theculminating activity for the weekend was the annual Homecoming Dance held on Saturday,October 4 at Gateway High School. Faculty coordinator for Homecoming was Jenna Luptak.

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The Gateway School District has reached a 5-yearcontract agreement with the Gateway EducationAssociation (GEA). The contract calls for a two percent plusstep increase for the first two years, and then a 1.75 percentplus step for the third year, and then two percent plus step foryears four and five of the contract. The GEA currently has 325teacher members. The current contact is due to expire August25, 2008 and the new contact will expire August 25, 2013. Thenew contract will not impact taxes in 2008-09 school year.

Updated LanguageThe new contract contains several new sections of languagewhich updates the contract with current federal and state lawsand regulations to include Family Medical Leave Act(FMLA), new tax code regulations, and various leaves ofabsences.

Movement of Salary ScaleProfessional Employees (teachers) will need to work aminimum of 80 days in any one school year to advance on thesalary scale.

Personal DaysThe use of daily personal days will be limited to 10 percent ofthe teachers per building.

TuitionTuition Reimbursement remains the same with the districtreimbursing up to one half of the maximum rate of $368 pergraduate credit. The other one half will be paid upon thecompletion of a Masters or Doctorate degree. All credits mustbe taken at the graduate level and in the field of education. Inthe event that the teacher leaves the employment of GatewaySchool District within three years of completion of graduatecourses, they will be required to reimburse all tuition paid bythe district at a rate of 100 percent (leaves in one year), 66percent (leaves within two years), 33 percent (leaves withinthree years).

Professional Development TimeFor the length of the contact in addition to the 6 required in-service days, teachers will be required to attend a monthlyprofessional development session. This session will notexceed 90 minutes and will focus on enhancing classroominstructional strategies and other professional developmentopportunities.

Retirement IncentiveThe District will continue to provide a retirement incentivefor the teachers during the life of this contract. The retirement

incentive will include medical benefits coverage for the retireefor a period of nine years, or the employee and/or spousereaches age 65, or the employee has similar benefits availablefrom another source; whichever comes first. Any increase inpremiums beyond those in effect at the time of retirementshall be the sole responsibility of the retired Gatewayemployee.

Health BenefitsThe District will continue to provide medical insurance for alleligible full time teachers. The teachers will choose from anavailable standard medical plan, provided by the AlleghenyCounty Schools Health Insurance Consortium (ACSHIC)including the prescription co-pay endorsed by ACSHICincluding any co-pays therein. In addition to any co-pays anddeductible the employees will share in the districts costs. Yearone and two of the contract will be 5 percent of the premiumcapped at $30 individual. All others will be $65. Years threethrough five will be 6 percent of the premium with the samecaps.

Longevity PayThere were also changes in the longevity pay incentives thatreward long-time Gateway teachers (those with 18 years ormore experience) with a pay increase while eliminatinglongevity pay for those with less than 18 years at Gateway.

Looking Ahead“The Gateway School District is very pleased that we havereached, what we consider, a contract which meets the needsof both sides and will continue to keep the mission ofGateway School District at the core as we continue to servethe educational needs of our 4,300 students,” said Dr.Cleveland Steward, Jr., Superintendent. “Contract talksstarted last November, and we give credit to those individualson both sides who conducted a very professional negotiationprocess with the involvement of a state mediator. TheGatewaySchool District is now poised for another five years ofeducational excellence.”“We are very happy that both sides went into these

negotiations with one goal – meeting our students’ needs,”said Mark Spinola, GEA President. “We are happy to havereached a new contract agreement and ratified it with ourcollective bargaining unit. I congratulate both sides for thisimportant accomplishment as we get set to start another greatyear at Gateway.”The Gateway Board of School Directors voted on

Monday, August 18, 2008 to ratify the contact, while the GEA voted to ratify the agreement on Tuesday, August 19, 2008. ��

GATEWAY SCHOOL DISTRICT REACHESCONTRACT WITH GATEWAY EDUCATIONASSOCIATION

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Corey Brown and Dorian Bell of Gateway High School,Monroeville, PA have beenselected to play in the 2009 U.S. Army All-American Bowl, the nation’s premier high schoolfootball all-star game. Brown and Bell will join an elite group of student-athletes selected toplay in the ninth annual U.S. Army All-American Bowl on Saturday, January 3, 2009 at theAlamodome in San Antonio, Texas. This classic East vs. West match-up will be televised live onNBC at 1 p.m. EST, and will feature the nation’s top 90 high school football players.“Brown and Bell are talented athletes whose exemplary displays of leadership and teamwork

have made them a standout at Gateway High School,” said Colonel David Lee, Director ofStrategic Communications, Marketing and Outreach for the U.S. Army Accessions Command.“On January 3, Corey and Dorian will have the opportunity to showcase their talents live onNBC and in more than 170 countries around the world. We are proud to be the title partner ofa program that, like the Army, provides young Americans like Corey and Dorian withexperiences that strengthen them and help them succeed in life as leaders.”Brown, a standout wide receiver and Bell, a standout linebacker at Gateway High School,

were selected by the U.S. Army All American Bowl Selection Committee. As U.S. Army All-Americans, Brown and Bell are eligible for the U.S. Army Player of the Year Award, WalterPayton Trophy and the Glenn Davis and Doc Blanchard U.S. Army Awards.“What makes Brown special is his versatility. He can play wide out, cornerback or safety in

college and excel at any of the positions. What makes Bell so special is the fact that he loves tohit and punish opponents and he has good speed and quickness to the ball. He’s a smart playerwho scrapes off blockers well and takes good angles,” said Rivals.com, the largest college andhigh school sports website.Corey and Dorian will be joining their head coach, Terry Smith at the U.S. Army All-

American Bowl in January. Coach Smith was announced Head Coach of the East Team. Theyhope to break the 4-4 tie in favor of the East.The U.S. Army All-American Bowl is the nation’s premier high school football game, serving

as the preeminent launching pad for America’s future college and NFL stars. Reggie Bush,Vince Young, Adrian Peterson and Tim Tebow all made their national debuts as U.S. ArmyAll-Americans. Last year the U.S. Army All-American Bowl set its own attendance record, as36,534 fans attended the game at the Alamodome along with being the most watched sportingevent on television over the weekend, besides the NFL Play-Offs.

U.S. Army All-American Bowl Selects GatewayHigh School Standout Wide Receiver Corey BrownAnd Standout Linebacker Dorian Bell

Corey Brown

Dorian Bell

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• The U.S. Army All-AmericanBowl is the highest honor ahigh school football player ormarching band member canreceive.

• There are currently over 50 former U.S. Army All-Americans in the NFL today,including 25 first round picks.

• A record 30 U.S. Army All-Americans were selected inthe 2008 NFL Draft, includingsix first-round picks. WHEN: Saturday, January 3,2009, 1 p.m., ESTWHERE: AlamodomeTV: Live on NBC

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Last year, Tracy Ricciardi introduceda novel project to her clothingconstruction class students, and today, thatproject turned into a passion.The students create Dignity Robes –

specially designed robes for womenundergoing the rigorous and exhaustingcourses of chemotherapy and radiationtreatments associated with breast cancer.Coordinated through Arlene Segar, the

program has resulted in more than 50robes and the formation of an after-schoolsewing club to augment the classroomeffort, which is only offered in the spring semesters.

Segar said her reason for starting theprogram was personal.“I had a dear friend, Dr. Gloria Casey

Smith, and she was a doctor of internalmedicine at Forbes, and was truly adelightful, wonderful person. After 8 and ahalf years of dealing with breast cancer, sheleft us,” Segar said. “I was in a quiltinggroup that was asked to help make gowns in another region. I asked theIntercommunity Cancer Center at Forbesif they liked the idea of having a robe thatwomen undergoing radiation were nottotally exposed in the breast area when

Robes Give Students Cause,Cancer Patients Dignity

By Mark Berton

Caitlin McDonald, Autumn Aldrich, Dilorom Khakimova, Brittany Chelkis, Elizabeth Costello

Becca Papier

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they were only working on a portion of their therapy.”Segar’s group efforts have resulted in nearly 1,300 gowns for the

Monroeville Intercommunity Cancer Center.“The American sewing guild has helped me form a nucleus group where

we show other groups, often at churches into kits. Kits are taken home,sewn in a group or delivered to Gateway High School, and they are madeinto gowns of various sizes,” Segar said. “This is a gift. Patients do not turnit in at the end of their radiation segment.Ricciardi and another Family and Consumer Science teacher, Mary Lou

Van Orden wrote a mini-grant to the Gateway Foundation last year topurchase the fabric and materials necessary to create the robes. “I was able to get money to purchase more fabric for Arlene. She

laundered it, and they had cutting parties where they cut out all of thepatterns. When she was done, she gave it back to me and my studentssewed them,” Ricciardi said. “They basically just wanted the material to besomething cheerful. The women choose the gowns that they want – thingswith puppy prints all the way to elaborate designs with color. The onlyrestriction we have is we can’t buy fabric with anything metallic in it or on it.”Segar distributes the finished robes to hospitals around the region, but

there are more hospitals that could benefit from the project, Ricciardi said.

The design of the robes is specific to theconditions women with cancer undergo during theirtherapies.“The design specifically has no closed seams in

it,” Ricciardi said. “The sides and the center areVelcroed. So if they only needed to treat one breast,they would not be completely exposed. They areable to keep their dignity and that’s how the namecame.“

In addition to giving the students an additionproject that they can work on during their downtime, Ricciardi said the robes instill a sense ofphilanthropy and pride in the students.“They took great pride in being a part of

something. A lot of times, they don’t have themoney to donate to charity, or the resources to getto fundraising walks or participate in fundraisers, sothis is a perfect opportunity for high schoolstudents,” Ricciardi said. “I had one girl make six ofthem in a semester. They get to pick their own fabricthat they want to make for somebody. It’s importantto give each student an opportunity to give back totheir community. That’s part of my philosophy as anadult.”As for the student reaction to the robes, students

have a special enjoyment of these projects.“While making the dignity robes, I felt a sense of

accomplishment knowing that the women whoreceived them would appreciate and understand thevalue of the robe,” said Shalaina Newton.“In this class, we had the opportunity to help the

community in many ways,” said Alexa Kershaw.“We made dignity robes and baby quilts. This hasbeen an exceptional experience that I am grateful tohave been a part of.”“The dignity robes were a great experience,” said

Steph Wiesemann. “It’s really amazing that a simpleand easy sewing project can affect the lives ofwomen with cancer in such a positive way.” For Mara Polnar, the robes taught her about the

mindset of cancer patients. “The construction of the Dignity Robes taught

me the importance of normalcy for cancer patients.It was a great experience and I was glad I could help out,” Polnar said.Ricciardi said that while students never get to see the patients they help,

Segar and a hospital representative come to the classroom to explain thebenefits of the robes.“The students have already come to me and asked me when they can

start working on this, and they want to start an after-school club to get intothe clothing lab before the spring comes,” Ricciardi said. “They want to getstarted now. In October, I will offer them the time after school toparticipate in making the dignity robes.” ��

If you would like to donate to the Dignity Robe Program, send yourcheck to:

Radiation Oncology Program Fund – Dignity RobesAllegheny General Hospital320 East North Ave.Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Material costs are about $12.50 to $15 per robe. In Monroevillealone, the groups sew anywhere from 35 to 40 robes a month.

J'VonPhillips

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There is an almost endless supply of clichés that describe change, and most of them alert usto its inevitability. There is a tendency to view change with a degree of suspicion, as most changeseems to be for the worst. There is also a tendency to see change as something that happens to us,to see change as a force to be reckoned with. Pitcairn was once a railroad town; our name was that of a railroad director, and many of our

residents derived their livelihood from the rails in one way or another. The railroad was aquintessential early 20th century engine of the economy. As the 20th century evolved and movedto other industries towns either evolved with the times or fell on hard times as their residentsstruggled for work and their new identity. Pitcairn has survived those struggles and now findsitself in the 21st century searching once again for a direction and an identity. But these struggles and changes can also bring opportunity. As most are aware, UPMC is

poised to develop a facility just a couple of miles from Pitcairn, a facility that will provide jobs forpeople who are just the people that we need in Pitcairn, workers with a need for affordablehousing, accessible amenities and convenient transportation. Our job, our goal, is to partner with UPMC, and private developers to remake lower Pitcairn in

the image that most Pitcairners remember and want to see; a town filled with permanenthomeowners who are truly part of a community, residents who will join our Women's club, ourLion's club, our sports leagues and our local government, peope who will bring their own ideasand energy to our town. In preparation for this change, for this evolution, we are developing a plan to reclaim lower

Pitcairn. It is no secret that our police force spends a disproportionate amount of time respondingto the troubles generated by a relatively small group of people and that those people arepredominantly renters. We are doing all that we can to empower our police and ordinance staff torectify these immediate issues, a new landlords association has been established to allow landlordsto share information to help themselves and Pitcairn but the long term strategy requires thoseproblem renters to either become part of the solution or to take their problems elsewhere. Ultimately, lower Pitcairn will become a source of pride for Pitcairn, a neighborhood with easy

access to shops, parks, fields and parks. Our plan to accomplish this will require a private andpublic partnership to remove the distressed properties, to renovate those that can be saved and towelcome the next generation of Pitcairners. We will not wait until it is too late, and we will notwait for the government to do it for us, we are starting now. Come and be a part of it, call theborough building with your ideas, join the local clubs, make a difference right now in whateverway you can. Be an agent for real change, the kind of change that you and your families can beproud of.

Photos: CPS Photography

Borough Councilmeets the fourthTuesday of eachmonth at 7 p.m.

BOROUGH COUNCIL MEMBERS

BOROUGHOFPitcairn

From the Council President

Jack Bova

Betsy Stevick

Mayor

Jim Grill, Jr. Lee MignognaJohn Bova

President

Kevin Dick Kurt Seibel George TothMargaret Yagatich

Vice President

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Government InformationBorough Office: 582 Sixth StreetPitcairn, PA 15140 412.372.6500 FAX 412.373.1464Office Hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday-Friday

Borough Manager: Patty Logo

Available at the office:Permit and inspection informationPark Building or Sugar Camp rental information

Elected OfficialsState Senator State RepresentativeSean Logan Joseph Markosek412.380.2242 412.856.8284

Mayor and Council412.372.6500

Borough MeetingsMeetings are at 7 p.m. in the Pitcairn BoroughCouncil Chambers.Council Agenda Workshop: Third TuesdayCouncil Business Meeting: Fourth Tuesday

Pitcairn Borough Community EventsAdvertised on Pitcairn Community Station–Ch. 4: Easter Egg Hunt Harvest Festival Spring/Fall Clean-UpOld Fashioned Christmas Community Day Fireman’s FairSummer Lunch ProgramSummer Recreation Program

Pitcairn DirectoryPolice/Fire Emergency 911 Police Non-Emergency 412.856.1111 Pitcairn Police Department 412.372.6505Chief of Police Dave Palermo 412.372.6505Fire Non-EmergencyPitcairn Hose No. 1: 412.372.7040 Chief– Richard BetzPitcairn Hose No. 2: 412.856.5630 Chief– Chris Fouser

Ambulance Pitcairn Ambulance 412.856.6432Gateway School District 412.372.5300Tax Collector Sally DiRobbio 412.372.3009Wage Tax Collector EIT Collector 412.856.1045Borough Engineer EADS Group 412.754.0801Borough Solicitor Bruce Dice and Associates

412.733.3080Magistrate Jeffery Herbst 412.372.1125Animal Control Triangle Pet 412.771.7387Trash Waste Management 724.864.5166UtilitiesWilkinsburg Penn Joint Water 412.243.6200Equitable Gas Company 412.395.3050ALCOSAN Sewage 412.766.6696Verizon Telephone 800.660.2215

Pitcairn Borough Electric/Cable Department Pitcairn Power 582 Sixth Street, Pitcairn, PA 15140 412.372.6500 Office Hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday-Friday

Monthly bills include electric usage, cable,garbage and sewer maintenance fees. Bills aresent out approximately the 15th of each month,and are due the fifth of each month. There is adrop off box on the front door of the Boroughbuilding for payments after office hours. Trash Days Trash may be put out after 6 p.m. onthe day before collection.

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Improvements, such as this renderingof what could be along Center Ave.,are Council's focus, especiallyimprovements along Broadway.

Photos by Kurt Seibel

When it comes to redevelopment, it is Pitcairn Council’s number one priority torevitalize and renovate the business district. It is the intention of Council to focus on theentire business district at Broadway, Wall and Center Avenues. This would includeacquiring blighted properties to redevelop or convert into off street parking areas, givingour businesses greater accessibility. Our plan is to have existing buildings or empty lotsredeveloped to accommodate first floor retail outlets, utilizing second and third floors forbusinesses and multi- family units. It is Council’s goal to solicit and encourage newdevelopment, or acquire existing properties for redevelopment. It is essential for Council to secure the appropriate funding to improve our streets and

increase parking throughout the business district, which would serve as an inducement toprospective developers. We can accomplish this by participating with our surroundingmunicipalities in the East Suburban Transportation Initiative. We can then lobby our stateofficials for the funding needed to address the roads and walkways in our residential areas.A lot of hype has been generated with regards to council’s desire to renovate our parks, andexpand the Sports complex into a more versatile community center. Although these twoprojects are being considered, plans for the renovation and revitalization of the businessdistrict will remain Council’s number one redevelopment priority.Single-family residences are interspersed relatively evenly with multi-family rental homes

and low-rise buildings, but the community is striving to increase single-family ownedresidences particularly in the southern portion of the Borough. The Borough looks toincrease single family and townhouse style housing. The strategy is to increase the eligiblehomeownership stock and provide a greater wealth of housing choice in the Borough.

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Business isWhat’s In Stylefor Pitcairn Hair Stylist

BOROUGH OF

Pitcairn N E I G H B O R H O O D N E W S

Audrey Ickes is a one-woman showwhen itcomes to her Broadway salon, but thatindependence gives her the ability to put all ofher attention on her clientele.Ickes bought the salon out from its former

owner about four years ago and has beenmaintaining it ever since. A Pitcairn resident for most of her life, Ickes

said she loves her business and the communitythat she’s proud to call home.“I was a military brat, born in Texas, but I’ve

been in Pitcairn since I was 10,” Ickes said. “Mywhole career, I’ve been in town.”While Ickes said she’s seen Pitcairn change

in the years she’s been in town, things insideher salon have pretty much stayed the same. “I’m always looking to grow, always looking

for new customers,” she said. “I have close to1,000 clients, thank God. Some come backevery week, some every month. Some, I don’tsee in years and then they just show up. Thanksto them, I keep my doors open.”Audrey’s offers perms, color, up-dos, mens’,

womens’ and childrens’ haircuts, highlightsand pretty much anything your basichairdresser does.Nancy Bloom thinks so much of Audrey,

that she comes in from Trafford to get her hairdone. “I think Audrey’s an excellent hairdresser,”

Bloom said. “She’s so nice and easy to get alongwith. You couldn’t find a nicer beautician.”Audrey’s accepts cash or check and does

offer gift certificates, which make great holidaystocking stuffers.

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If you’re like me, holiday shopping isn’t toomuch of a hassle. Then again, I do most of myshopping online or during Steeler games whenthe malls are like ghost towns (always wait untilthe second quarter starts, otherwise you’ll hit thecrowds rushing to get home!).However, most people seem to have at least

one black and gold item in their wardrobe, solimiting your shopping to Sunday afternoonsmay not be an option for you.So how do you navigate the throngs of

people, the jammed parking lots, and the lines ofkids waiting to sit on Santa’s knee?The trick is to have a plan.It also helps to research your local mall online

first. Most will provide downloadable maps thatyou can print out. These maps could give you theupper hand when it comes to getting throughyour shopping adventure quickly and efficiently. Mindy Suhoza, spokesperson for

Monroeville Mall, said planning is the key tokeeping your time in the mall productive and ontrack and echoed much of Earl’s advice.If you’re stuck in the holiday shopping

crowds, Suhoza said the side parking lots oneither side of her mall are your best bets forfinding a space.Once inside the mall, you’ll find a few new

stores such as Jos. A. Bank Clothiers and Work ‘nGear, and you’ll have access to some amenities

that will make your day run a little moresmoothly.“Wheelchairs are available for free and

strollers are available for a fee,” Suhoza said. “Acompany will be doing coat and package checkfor us, and we also do holiday gift wrap forcharity. All the money collected goes to a goodcause.”Monroeville Mall offers security escorts to

your parking space, if requested.One other strategy Suhoza suggested is

embracing the season for what it is.“To me, Christmas is fun,” Suhoza said. “I

love every aspect of it. I enjoy the crowds. If youhave the right mindset, it’s a great people-watching time.”Lisa Earl, Ross Park Mall Manager said the

key is to start early in your shopping so that youhave a chance to avoid the crowds. “If you start earlier, there’s not as much stress

and you get earlier season sales,” Earl said.“When you’re planning, have a list, know whatyou’re buying for and who you’re buying for.”Earl said that while there are a lot of Black

Friday sales and discounts in the pre-dawnshopping hours, people don’t realize that BlackFriday night is more like a regular day at the mall. Earl’s other suggestions include pacing

yourself, wearing comfortable clothes and shoesknow the amenities your mall offers. Ross Park

Mall offers strollers for a fee, free wheelchairs,security escorts to your parking space, directionsto the mall, bus schedules and taxi service. Oneplanned amenity that may or may not beavailable this holiday season is on-site coat andbag checking.And while you may be cursing the mall as

you’re sitting in traffic, you may be surprised toknow that mall officials think of everything tomake your trip as smooth as possible.“We do have a traffic control plan and, if

traffic is backing up, we send more officersoutside to handle the bottleneck,” Earl said. Itworked out great last year.”When parking, be sure to remember the

number of the light stanchion you park near. Ifit’s available, park directly around it. It may befurther to walk into the mall, but you may besaving yourself a lot of legwork by not having toweave in and out of parked cars looking for yourvehicle. In the case of Ross Park Mall, keeping all of

this in mind will keep you ahead of the packs ofpeople who don’t realize Ross Park’s new stores.If you absolutely don’t know what to buy,

both malls offer gift cards that can be redeemedanywhere that Visa and American Express areaccepted. The cards are good for 12 months andthen, if not used, they expire.In the past year, nearly a dozen high-end

retailers have taken space in Ross Park Mall,making it stand out with stores that can’t befound anywhere else within a driving radius ofseveral hours, so be sure to allot time to checkout the new stores as well because everyone elsewill be checking them out as well.“We have Burberry, Louis Vuitton, Burberry,

Nordstrom, Bare Escentuals, L.L.Bean, Tiffany& Co., and BCBGMAXAZRIA,” Earl said. “Youwon’t find any of these anywhere else aroundPittsburgh. It’s revolutionary for WesternPennsylvania. These stores will draw from all ofWestern Pennsylvania and beyond. This iswhat’s going to make people cross rivers and gothrough tunnels.” ��

Navigatingthe MallTips for getting your holiday shoppingdone from those who work behind the scenes

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This holiday season, you may havesomeone on your list for whom shopping mallsare more about the excesses of American culturethan places to get cards and gifts. You may havesomeone on your list who would be labeled“green” among polite company. Or you may justhave someone on your list who cares enoughabout the planet to not squander its gifts. If any of those people are on your list or

you just want to make an eco-friendly choice with your gift-giving this year, then Mary Beth Karchella-MacCumbee’s E-A-Poo’s(www.eapoos.com) is for you. Based in Wilkins Township, Karchella-

MacCumbee creates hand-made fabric itemssuch as diapers, flaxseed warming bags,children’s art smocks, school gear bags andcustom made silk ring slings. She also sells hand-made goat milk soaps and decorative soapboxesto contain them. This niche market, which she’sbuilt up to international levels since starting outin 2002, exists because her son had acute allergicreactions to disposable diapers. Karchella-MacCumbee learned about

sustainable living growing up on the weekendson her grandparent’s farm in Muse, a small townoutside of Canonsburg.“My parents are Depression-era children.

While they chose to live with voluntarysimplicity, the lessons learned are survival skillsthat our population doesn’t have anymore,” shesaid. “I had uncles in a variety of professions –one was a back-hoe operator, one was a welder,one built log cabins and grandfather clocks. He

had a sawmill and a kiln. We raised andbutchered our beef and chickens, and I learnedfrom growing up in that.”Karchella-MacCumbee started selling her

homemade cloth diapers on eBay, but in 2003,her 13-year-old daughter helped her puttogether a basic website. A redesign in 2005 gaveher site a more polished look and the ability tooperate a storefront to the world.Since then, she’s shipped her products to

most European countries, China, Japan, NewZealand, Australia, Canada, the Netherlands,Finland and Buenos Aires. She’s also shipped heritems to every state in the U.S.Karchella-MacCumbee said most people

order the cloth diapers because they don’tirritate babies like disposables do. She also saidthat disposable diapers have been linked to otherailments in children because of chemicals in theplastics.However, her flaxseed warming bags are – no

pun intended – hot items as well. Perfect forsore necks, these bean-bag type squares ofcolorfully-patterned cloth are easily thrown into

the microwave for instantwarmth.Karchella-MacCumbee

said she uses oil-based grainsin her bags because water-based grains such as rice andcorn don’t hold up tomultiple heating cycles. Theyalso tend to smell afterextended use. Flaxseeddoesn’t have thosedrawbacks, she said. E-A-Poo’s goat milk soaps

aren’t just great stockingstuffers, they’re beautifullyscented ways to tell yourloved ones that they deservea soothing, long, hot bath.From english rose tolavender, you really can’t go

wrong picking among dozens of fragrances. Karchella-MacCumbee also gives back to

her community. Participating with other fiberartists known as “The Fluff Factory,” the grouphas raised more than $70,000 for charitablecauses such as Autism Speaks, Aid For Orphansand St. Jude’s Research Hospital. In addition,the group endeavors to use local vendors andsource materials whenever they can. Recently, they group sent cloth diapers and

accessories to San Diego to help victims of thewildfires. “These people lost everything in the fires, so

we shipped them as much as we could,” she said.“You never think a little piece of cloth could goso far.”Karchella-MacCumbee also makes cloth

towels and receiving blankets to line nests andwrap injured animals in. These items are madefrom reclaimed flannels and are donated to alocal wildlife group. Because of her son’s school,Karchella-MacCumbee designed a multi-useclassroom bag, which is waterproof and can holdbooks, important school papers and more. Shealso makes a drawstring waterproof bag that hasbeen a hit with adults because it can servedouble-duty as soiled diaper bag or a waterproofbag to transport wet swimwear to and from thegym or YMCA.All of these things can be shipped to you or

your loved ones world-wide. However, if youreally want to make that “green” person in yourlife proud, you can arrange for a local pick-upand car pool with all your friends to load up onyour holiday needs.For more information on these items, go to

www.eapoos.com. For more information on theFluff Factory and the work-at-home moms thatraise thousands for charitable causes, go towww.flufffactory.com. ��

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GOING GREENWhile Giving

Eapoos Offers Some Great Sustainable Stocking Stuffers

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It is estimated that 20% (60 million) of American women and 7% (21 million) of American men suffer from venous disease resulting in symptoms such as aching, fatigue, swelling, pain, cramping, itching,numbness and restlessness in the legs. This can interfere with daily living.

Those affected develop spider, varicose veins, skin discoloration andat least 20% will develop leg ulcers.

Venous disease is a hereditary, progressive disorder and worsens with age and inactivity such as standing and sitting for prolonged periodsof time.

One study found that workers who stood for an 8 hour shift, 7 out of10 had symptoms and evidence of venous insufficiency (ankle swellingand leg pain) after two years.

Other factors that seem to aggravate the condition are increased bodyweight, injury, hormones and multiple pregnancies.

The condition is three times more frequent in women and symptomsare worsened during the menstrual cycles.

To address this problem, a new medical specialty with boardcertification -Phlebology- has been created with the first 248 BoardCertified Phlebologist certified in 2008.

Further good news comes from new technologythat has revolutionized the treatment options. It isno longer necessary to go to the hospital and haveyour vein stripped.

In the office of the vein specialist he usesultrasound imaging to identify the incompetentvalves in the veins responsible for the symptoms and introduces a very small catheter under localanesthesia into the thigh vein and the vein is heated in 7 centimeters segments resulting in closureof the vein.

The procedure lasts less than 5 minutes restoringthe blood circulation through normally functioningveins.

The patient returns immediately to his/hernormal activities without the need for painmedications or time off from work, with prompt and noticeable improvements in the symptoms andappearance of the leg.

The veins that remain visible and continue to be a source of discomfort or pain can be treated atsubsequent visits in the office.

Almost all the procedures are covered byinsurance.

Monroeville Doctor Becomes One of 248 CertifiedSpecialists to Safely Eliminate Varicose Veins

For more information call thePittsburgh Vein Center in Monroeville at412.373.9580. The founder and medical director of the PVC, Dr. Mario Plaza-Ponte has 30 years of surgical experience and is one of the 248 recently certified vein specialistssurgeons by the American Board of Phlebology.

ULTRASOUND IMAGE OF A PATIENT WITH VENOUS REFLUX(Red color indicates abnormal blood flow towards the ankle. Normalflow in the greater saphenous veins should be towards the heart)

FemoralVein(Deep)

Great SaphenousVein (superficial)

Normal FlowShould BeOpposite

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* Prices valid through 12/31/08

*

Please make check payable to Pittsburgh Zoo, OR charge your gift:

$150 Contributing Family Membership plus 20 guest/babysitter passes $100 Family-Plus Family Membership plus 10 guest/babysitter passes $70 Family Membership Two adults in a household and their children under 18 $70 Grandparents Two adults and their grandchildren under 18 $50 Senior Couples Two adults ages 60+ $50 Individual

Give a gift that lasts all year: a Pittsburgh Zoo Membership!

A Zoo membership provides free unlimited admission to our Zoo and free or discounted admission to 130 other zoos!

For further information or to order by phone, call 412-365-2534 OR 412-365-2585

Charge online at www.pittsburghzoo.org OR

Fill out the form below and mail to: Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium Membership One Wild Place Pittsburgh, PA 15206

“A musical about family, forgiveness, and a struggle to find

hope in a dark world”

Monroeville Assembly of God412-856-7900

Dec. 12 @ 7 p.m.

Dec. 13 @ 2 p.m. & 6 p.m.

Dec. 14 @ 3 p.m.

All performances:Free Admission

Nursery ProvidedDeaf Interpretation

Katie’sHope

Common Dental Questions...Very important dental health questions you need toask yourself:• Do you have tooth pain from hot, cold or sweets? • Do you have broken fillings or cracked teeth? • Do you have a hole in a tooth that catches food? • Do you get a nasty taste maybe from gums or a sicktooth?

• Do you have bad breath you cannot seem to get rid of? These are just some questions everyone needs to

ask him or herself. If you answered yes to any of theabove rest assure there is a simple solution – Dr.Rivardo and team! Think about it, wouldn’t you liketo chew food comfortably? Wouldn’t you like to getout of pain? How great would it feel to be able tosmile freely and confidently? Solution? Dr. Rivardoand team! Holidays are on their way, enjoy thempain free or just simply sparkle in those familyphotos. Good dental maintenance is pertinent toone’s good health. Did you ever got bad news fromthe dentist at some point in your life but still haven’tdone anything about it? Waiting may only make yourfuture dental appointments worse. Call today to getthese problems taken care of before it is just too late.They are standing by ready and willing to help youget rid of these problems before a more evasive stepneeds to be taken. For those who have dentalinsurance, don’t forget to take advantage of yourunused dental benefits for the year; for those who donot have dental insurance, take advantage of our freeinterest financing available to all who qualify.Convenient hours, easy location and nitrous oxide(for the fearful patients) are just some reasons whythere should be no excuses. Call 724.327.2272 today!

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�CASE Y ’S STARTERSSlammin Nachos small $6.95 large $9.95Stuffed Mushrooms with Crabmeat $10.95Barbequed Pork Wings $9.95Tender pork osso bucco with haystack onions Bacon and Cheddar Potato Skins $7.95Seared Tuna Bites $10.95Tolerico’s Buffalo Wings $7.95Hot, mild, garlic parmesan, bbq, honey soy and CajunFreddie’s Fried Peppers $7.50Sweet & spicy array of fried peppers in olive oil & garlic w/italian breadBeans and Greens $5.95Hand Breaded Provolone Sticks $8.25Tolerico’s Sampler Platter $13.252 potato skins, 2 cheese sticks, 3 zucchini, 2 Jumbo buffalo wings - nosubstitutionsBreaded Zucchini $8.25Stuffed Hot Banana Peppers $7.95

�P IZZAe Original Casey’s Pizza-Since 1968Small 4 cut Medium 8 cut Large 12 cutRegular or White Small $6.50 Medium $9.50 Large $12;50Each Topping Small $.95 Medium $1.75 Large $2.25Toppings Include: Pepperoni, Onions, Black Olives, Sausage, Anchovies,Sub Salad, Green Peppers, Mushrooms, Ham and BaconSpecialty White PizzasSmall $8.50 Medium $12.50 Large $14.50Abruzzi - Grilled Chicken, Mushrooms, Peppers, Onions andMozzarellaMargherita- Fresh Basil, Sliced Tomatoes, Mozzarella and ProvoloneChicken Alfredo - Grilled Chicken, Alfredo Sauce, Spinach, RedOnion and Feta CheeseGourmet - Spinach, Ricotta and Mozzarella

�HOAGIESHalf $4.95 Whole $8.75Add $1.50 for Steak or Chicken ParmesanAdd $1.25 for French fries or coleslawHot Sausage – onions, peppers and traditional sauceltalian – Italian meats, mozzarella, lettuce, tomato, onion, special sauceHomemade Meatball – Italian style meatballs with traditional sauceand mozzarellaSteak and Cheese – sirloin steak, onions, provolone and sub saladChicken Parmesan – Italian breaded chicken, traditional sauce andmozzarella

� STROMBOLISpinach and Cheese $8.50Pepperoni, Cheese and Sauce $8.50Meatballs, Cheese and Sauce $8.50Hot sausage, Peppers and Onions and Sauce $8.95Steak, Mushrooms and Onions and Sauce $8.95Add Toppings for $1.25 - Calzones $1.50 extra

� SOUPSMade in our kitchen daily.Ask server about quarts to goSoup of the day Cup $2.95 Bowl $3.95Wedding Soup Cup $2.95 Bowl $3.95in Lizzy’s Chili Cup $3.50 Bowl $4.50

�GARDEN FRESH SALADSServed with house salad or soup & penne maranara or fresh vegetableGrilled Prime Rib Steak Salad $11.50Skewered Shrimp Salad $10.95Grilled Chicken Salad $9.95Tolerico’s Antipasto $11.25Caesar Salad $8.50 Add chicken $2.95 Add Salmon $4.75Fresh Mozzarella and Tomato Salad $7.95House Salad Small $3.95 - Large $5.95Lunch portions of entree salads available until 4 p.m.

� SPECIALT Y SANDWICHESGrilled Cheese (Add tomato or bacon $1.50) $7.25Grilled Reuben $8.50Grilled Chicken Breast $8.00Half-pound Fish Sandwich $9.25Grilled Vegetarian $8.75Buffalo Chicken Sandwich $8.25Roast Beef and Cheddar $8.25Grilled Chicken Club $8.25Capacolla and Cheese $8.25Turkey Club $8.75Lemon Pepper Salmon $11.00All Specialty Sandwiches are served with Cole Slaw or Hand-cut Fries

Tolerico’s2525 Monroeville Blvd | Monroeville, PA 15146 | 412-824-8016

Check out our banquet facilities and menu, suitable for you and up to 80 of your closest

friends! Catering for small parties is available!

Restaurant and Tavern

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�HEARTY HOT SANDWICHESHot Turkey Sandwich $8.25Open faced Roast Beef Sandwich $8.50Turkey Devonshire $8.75Mile High Meatloaf $9.25

�THE ANGUS BURGER GRILLEClassic Half-Pounder $8.25Eight-ounce fresh angus burger on a fresh Kaiser with lettuce, tomato,and onion, bacon Cheddar Burger $9.001/2 lb. burger on Kaiser, bacon, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, & onione Pittsburgher $12.25One pound of angus beef with American, provolone and mozzarellacheeses, lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickle and chipotle mayonnaise on alarge Kaiser rollPortabella and Swiss $9.25Eight-ounce burger, sautéed portabellas, Swiss cheese, roasted peppers ona Kaiser rollAdditional toppings - $.75 peppers, onions, cheese $1 bacon, mushroomsAll burgers are served with hand-cut fries, cole slaw or vegetable

�DINNER ENTRÉESTolerico’s Marsala: Chicken $12.95 Veal $15.95Parmesan Crusted Chicken $15.75Parmesan breaded chicken over gourmet greens tossed with onions, redand green peppers and balsamic vinaigretteCasey’s Romano: Chicken $12.95 Veal $15.95Cajun Grilled Boneless Pork Chops $13.95Sweet Baby Ray's Baby Back Ribs: Half $12.95 Full $17.25Char-Grilled Filet Mignon $22.9512-oz. Hand Cut Delmonico (served with haystack onions) $16.95Seared Tuna Steak $14.95Stuffed Seafood Combo $17.508-oz. Grilled Salmon Filet (finished w/a honey-maple glaze) $13.95Au Gratin Sea Scallops $15.95Char-Grilled Scampi Shrimp K-Bobs $14.95Mixed Grill $21.954-oz. filet mignon, 5-oz. pork chop, 4-oz. grilled chicken breast and astuffed tomato crown with bacon stripsAll dinners are accompanied by your choice of potato*, vegetable of theday*, bread and butter*Substitute 1 entrée side with a cup of soup or house salad - Add $1.00Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, or shellfishmay increase your risk of food borne illness.

�FROM CASEY’S ITALIAN KITCHENCasey’s Authentic Italian Cuisine is accompanied by a small house

salad or a Cup of soup, bread and butter *Available in lunch portions

Pasta Selections* Spaghetti ~ Penne ~ Angel Hair ~ Fettuccine ~ Linguini ~ FarfalleYour choice of traditional tomato sauce, marinara sauce withmeatballs or meat sauce $9.95

Add sausage: $1.95 2 extra meatballs: $1.50

Tolerico’s Veal Farfalle $16.25Tender veal, cappacola, mushrooms, roasted peppers, tomato andRomano cream sauce tossed with farfalle Casey’s Eight Layer Lasagna* $11.95Chicken Tetrazini $14.50Chicken or Sausage Polenta* $10.95Chicken or sausage, peppers, mushrooms, marinara andmozzarella, polentaChicken Alfredo* $13.95Grilled chicken breast tossed with fettuccini AlfredoSeafood Alfredo* $16.25Shrimp, sea scallops and crab tossed with fettuccini Alfredo Classic Parmesans* (served with spaghetti marinara)Veal: $15.95 Chicken: $13.95 Eggplant: $12.95Chicken Siciliano* $12.95Chicken, mushrooms, peppers, tomato, red onion, sautéed in balsamicvinaigrette, topped with mozzarella and served over farfalle aglioShrimp and Chicken Piccata* $15.95Gulf shrimp, chicken, capers, mushrooms, roasted peppers, white wineand lemon pepper butter sauce tossed with linguiniLinguini with Clam Sauce* Your choice of red or white $12.50Chicken Cacciatore $13.95Boneless chicken, peppers, mushrooms, onions in marinara sauceserved over linguiniRicotta Stuffed Rigatoni* (baked with marinara & mozzarella) $11.95

Ask about our homemade desserts.

Kids menu available

Sunday brunch 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Ask about our new wine list.

Welcome to Tolerico’s!e name is new, but you’ve known us for 37 years as Casey’s Pizza,What’s Cookin’ at Casey’s, Casey’s Pub, and Rosecliff Lounge. We’ve beenmaking homemade dough, fresh hoagies and hand-breaded dishes all theseyears and now we have a new dining experience for you. We’ve expandedour menu for Tolerico’s to include all your old favorites and now freshsalads, seasfood, steaks and much more! We are extremely proud to be thefirst, local, family restaurant to be built from the ground up inMonroeville in over 40 years. We’d love you to share your experience atTolerico’s with family, friends and co-workers. We are open 7 days a week,so bring them in to enjoy lunch or dinner! From our family to yours, enjoy!

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MUNIC IPAL AUTHORITY OF

MONROEVILLE

219 Speelman LaneMonroeville, PA 15146Phone - 412.372.2677Fax - 412.372.2523

Everything You Always Wanted to KnowAbout Monroeville’s Water Supply

When asked how the quality of Monroeville’s water compared to bottled water, JimHunter, Superintendent of the Water Division of the Monroeville Water Authorityanswered, “The Monroeville Municipal Authority is committed to providing a highquality drinking water that meets and/or exceeds all established governmentstandards. The Monroeville Municipal Authority, in conjunction with theWilkinsburg Penn Joint Water Authority, has consistently provided its customerswith a high quality product that meets all the EPA Safe Drinking Water Actrequirements at a reasonable cost.” Hunter was quick to explain that, “The bottled water Industry is only concerned

with delivering a quality product 12 to 16 ounces at a time. The Authority isundertaking the task of providing and maintaining the quality of up to 13.5 milliongallons of water in storage. I firmly believe that the Monroeville MunicipalAuthority delivers a quality product at a fraction of the cost of bottled water.”If the residents of Monroeville ever wondered what the Water Authority

provided the community they would be pleased to know that the MMA waterdivision consists of 16 outside employees that maintain the 160-plus miles of thedistribution system. “Employees’ responsibilities range from heavy equipment operators, meter

reader, customer service personal and utility workers,” said Hunter. “Theseemployees are on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to insure thatMonroeville’s customers receive the best possible service with the fewestinterruptions. The MMA is proud to have over 75% of its outside employeescertified by the Department of Environmental protection as water systemoperators.”Important to note is the fact that these employees are all required to fulfill

continuing education requirements through DEP certified courses to maintaintheir license. This percentage of certified employees ranks among the highest in thestate for municipal authorities and reflects on their commitment to their customers.Additional information about Monroeville’s water supply led to the fact that the

Monroeville Municipal Authority (MMA) has roughly 13.5 million gallons oftreated water in daily storage to help meet the publics needs and emergency supply.That’s enough water to support 4 days of daily use. The MMA maintains anaggressive infrastructure repair and replacement program that is coordinatedalmost exclusively in house to ensure the quality of the work and help control costs.Residents in every community are interested in the cost of water usage and will

not be surprised that with increased regulation, such as “green” issues and attentionto conservation, come increased costs. MMA customers like many consumersacross the state have noticed sharp increases in the water and sewage bills. Prior toincreased regulations, water bills were a relatively smaller portion of a customer’stotal utility bills, but this is no longer true. The MMA has watched its daily usagedrop from roughly 3.25 million gallons to 2.85 million gallons. A portion of thisdecline is directly related to increased customer awareness and conservation. Theaverage person uses approximately 66 gallons of water per day. Compared to other communities, the MMA has taken an aggressive approach to

minimizing unmetered water loss in its distribution system. By instituting a leakdetection program the MMA has reduced it’s unaccounted for water by almost 5%,thereby helping maintain current water rates.Hunter would like the Monroeville Municipal Authority customers to know that

there is a website available to them at: www.monroevillewater.org. While browsingthe website, Monroeville customers will have access to our Water Quality Report,able to make Auto pay arrangements, and read about Monroeville MunicipalAuthority news, rules, regulations and fees.

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