Community Health/Wellness Fair
JAN. 28—UPMC St. Margaret Hospital and the St. Margaret Foundation will host a Free Community Health/Wellness Fair from 1-3 p.m. at City Hall, 301 Eleventh St., New Kensington. There will be representatives from UPMC St. Margaret as well as the New Kensington Family Health Center on hand to answer questions and conduct screenings, which include blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol. A nine-hour fast is recommended for cholesterol screenings. Light refreshments will be provided. For more information, call 724-334-3640.
Campaign Training for Women
JAN. 30—The Pennsylvania Center for Women and Politics at Chatham University will host “Ready to Run: Campaign Training for Women” from 8:30 a.m.-5:45 p.m. at Chatham University, Mellon Board Room, Woodland Road, Shadyside. This is a bi-partisan program for women who want to run for office, seek a higher office, work on a campaign, get appointed to office or just learn about the political system. This all-day seminar is a one-stop training on running for office or getting involved in the public life. Registration is required. For more information, call 412-365-1878 or email pcwp@chatham.edu.
Let the Healing Begin
JAN. 30—Sisters of Community Empowerment Association and The Eastern Regional Neighborhood Council will host its “Let the Healing Begin” seminar from 1-4 p.m. at 7120 Kelly St., Homewood. This event is an event for women that will include workshops, pampering, presentations and discussions. Workshop topics Financial Literacy, Homeownership, Starting a Home-Based Business and more. Childcare will be provided. Registration is required. For more information, call Genie Beckom at 412-371-3689 ext. 48.
MLK Jr. Leadership Awards
JAN. 30—CORO Center for Civic Leadership Pittsburgh will host its Martin Luther King Jr. Leadership Awards from 6:30-9 p.m. at the Doubletree Hotel and Suites, 1 Bigelow Square, Downtown. The evening will celebrate nine role models in values-based leadership, and include live music and a silent auction. Reservations are required and the attire is party chic. For more information, visit www.bit.ly/mlkawards2016
Black Veterans Celebration
FEB. 13—Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum Trust Inc. will host the 6th Annual African-American Heritage Celebration “Black Veterans with Success: Their History and Commitment to Excellence” at 1 p.m. at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum, Gettysburg Room, 4141 Fifth Ave., Oakland. The afternoon will feature guest panelists who will exemplify ways that success can be achieved as they share their stories. All military and veterans are encouraged to attend. This event is free to the public. For more information, call 412-621-4253.
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