1320 AM - WJAS Community Calendar

	Event Description		Time / Location
11/3 - 11/24		Educational Series to be presented by Gateway Hospice Educational Series to be presented by Gateway Hospice at the B.F. Jones Memorial Library, 663 Franklin Avenue, Aliquippa, PA 15001 Gateway Hospice will be presenting an educational series each Monday morning in November at 10:00AM at the B.F. Jones Memorial Library. The list of topics will include the following: “Helping Families cope with Elderly Medical Issues” on November 3 “Caring for the Caregiver; Protecting Your Health” on November 10 “Understanding the Aging Process and how Hospice care can Benefit” on November 17 “Learning how to Utilize Your Talents as a Volunteer” on November 24. Plus Learn more about the effects of Pet Therapy & Attend a Special Holiday Crafts Presentation. During the last Session on November 24 Since so many are impacted by the changing needs of our elderly, all members of the community, healthcare and families and friends are welcome to attend. There is no cost to attend. Topics will be covered in an educational manner; materials will be provided; and questions will be welcomed. Continental breakfast will be provided at each session. An RSVP is requested by calling the B.F. Jones Aliquippa Public Library at 724-375-2900 Extension 104 or Gateway Hospice at 412-536-2020 for more information.	10 AM, at B.F. Jones Memorial Library, 663 Franklin Avenue, Aliquippa, PA
11/10 - 1/19		2009 Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award Attention National Guard and Reserve members, does your civilian employer go above and beyond to support you and your fellow service members? If yes, then we want to hear from you. Nominations are now being accepted for the 2009 Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award, the U.S. Government’s highest award recognizing outstanding employer support for the Guard and Reserve. To submit your nomination, visit FreedomAward.mil. Nominations close January 19, 2009	TBA, at TBA
12/6		Barnes & Noble Bookfair Mention voucher #411199, at any Barnes and Noble store, ALL DAY, and a percentage of items purchased, including cafe, will benefit the children at the New Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC Library. (Online Sales Not Included) Activities for all ages - dance performances, scavenger hunt, literacy dogs, face painting, coloring & think fun table. For more information and order forms, please contact Erin Sestric @ 412-431-3935 Barnes & Noble / 100 Quinn Drive / Robinson Town Center	1PM - 4PM, at Robinson Town Center
12/6 - 12/7		Christmas Is... The North Hills Chorale will present a concert entitled “Christmas Is…” Saturday, December 6th at 7 p.m., and Sunday, December 7th at 3 p.m., in the chapel at Kearns Spirituality Center (a ministry of the Sisters of Divine Providence), 9000 Babcock Boulevard, Allison Park, 15101 (McCandless Township). There will be a free-will offering; also accepting donations of new, unwrapped toys for Toys for Tots. More information is available at www.nhchorale.com.	7PM, at 9000 Babcock Boulevard, Allison Park, 15101
1/24		UPMC Children's Ball Ladies and gentleman, boys and girls of all ages, please join us for the 13th annual UPMC Children’s Ball. This year’s Ball isn’t like your typical circus! Using acrobatics, creative antics, music and storytelling, Pittsburgh-based performance troupe, Zany Umbrella Circus, will create a magical and memorable experience for both children and adults. You’ll enjoy food, fun, and entertainment for the whole family! The Children’s Ball features strolling performers, dancing, music, magicians, balloon animals, interactive games, raffle prizes, kid-approved food, special treats for the kids, the museum’s many hands-on scientific wonders, and much more! Gather your family and get ready for a wonderful time - all to benefit a vital community program! Proceeds from the 2009 UPMC Children’s Ball benefit the UPMC Braddock Health for Life Summer Camp, where kids in need are given a fun, safe, nurturing experience that promotes a healthy lifestyle through mentoring and instruction in art, music, reading, writing, career exploration, nutrition education, and life skills development. Your support of the Children’s Ball helps to ensure that the camp will thrive. Visit childrensball.upmc.com for more information and to order tickets.	6PM - 9PM, at Carnegie Science Center