North Boros Beat

This episode features an article about Eugene Morris, written by Peter Hercenroether for the Avonworth Historical Society newsletter.

Eugene passed away over the week-end at the age of 77.

Link to article:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/16Cn3T7lYc2Svg9I8KFWjhDHjZAUzvLk8/view?usp=drivesdk

Cross post from Judy’s other podcast of the Community Presbyterian Church of Ben Avon, Hill By The River.  Rev. Susan Rothenberg has been the church’s temporary Pastor since Rev. Donna Giver-Johnston left at the end of 2022.  CPCBA thanks Rev. Susan for her excellent leadership and friendship.  The church looks forward to new Pastor, Rev. Heather Schoenewolf, who arrives from East Liberty Presbyterian on October 1.

In this episode, Judy talks with Theresa Gallick about this year’s Bellevue House Tour.  It will be a celebration of all things Bellevue, so don’t miss it!

Details:
Saturday, October 19, 2024
11 am to 4 pm
9 houses and more!
Tickets -
https://www.bonafidebellevue.org/house-tour/
Or Bellevue UP Church, Lincoln Avenue on day of event

Summer is almost over.  A lot of North Boros kids attended the area’s Vacation Bible Schools.  This episodes is a cross post from Judy’s other podcast, Hill By The River, the podcast of the Community Presbyterian Church of Ben Avon (CPCBA).  Learn about this very active week for over 40 North Boros kids.

Judy talks with Tracy Ferguson, Dan Simkins, and Lynn Evans of the Avonworth Historical Society about future plans.  Long-time President Tracy will hand over the reigns to Dan.  As plans for the new headquarters at 7119 Church Avenue move forward, we share memories of the former Elste’s Market, a centerpiece of Ben Avon life for many years.

Avonworth Historical Society
7119 Church Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15202

Email - [email protected]

Website
www.Avonworth-history.org

Hear about all the happenings this Summer in Bellevue, including the Big Bellevue Yard Sale, which will be held Saturday, June 22,  from 9-3.  Over 50 yard sales in the Borough of Bellevue and other activities, too. 

https://facebook.com/events/s/the-big-bellevue-yard-sale/1810256849469992/

Avonworth Historical Society Lecture, June 11, 7 pm, Anchor and Anvil Coffee Bar, Ben Avon

TV and Movies in the Pittsburgh area

Hannah Dearborn, Director of the CTP Spring Play, talks to us about this unique performance.  Hear about this free event at Community Presbyterian Church of Ben Avon.

Thursday, April 18, 7:30 pm
Friday, April 19, 7:30 pm
Saturday, April 20, 2:00 pm

Community Theatre Players website:

https://bactp.com/

Avonworth Alumni - ever wonder what is going on with the old shop building on Church Avenue?  It is now home to Christopher’s Kitchen, an organization that provides meals to family and caretakers of children in the hospital.  Learn more about this hard working group and it’s founder, Joni D’Alessandro.

https://christopherskitchen.org/

Susann Schneider talks with Mark Lee of LAMP about the services they provide to help people (including many in the North Boros) access books and other reading materials when it is difficult for them to do so.  A lot is going on with this project - Mark and Susann spell it all out.

https://mylamp.org/

1-800-242-0586

This project is made possible in part by Library Services for the Visually Impaired and Disabled funds administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, Office of Commonwealth Libraries.

Guest host, Susann Schneider, talks with Chris Skerlong about the many services provided by the Salvation Army right here in the Boros.  Learn more about the organization behind the bell ringers and what happens to the coins in the kettle. 

Salvation Army - North Boroughs Worship and Service Center

https://easternusa.salvationarmy.org/western-pennsylvania/north-boroughs/

Prior podcast episode with Tylar Melfi

https://www.buzzsprout.com/341180/9009044