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page 3 The Good News About Heart DiseaseSix Ways to Lower Your Blood Pressure

page 4 Young Athletes and Sudden Cardiac DeathWhat Parents Need to Know

Exercise: Too Much of a Good Thing Can Be Harmful

page 5 The Downside of Falls

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Contents

12Publisher’s Message | 4

COMMUNITY INTEREST | Peoples Natural Gas | Community-Driven | 7New Heart of the South Hills: Newbury | 8

| Advice for Great Grilling | 16

Enjoy Summer in Mt. Lebanon | 30UPMC Today | Health and Wellness News You Can Use | 37Real Estate in Mt. Lebanon |

An Enjoyable Living Space is as Close as Your Backyard | 50Mt. Lebanon Physician Moved His House | 52Special Value Coupons | 76

FEATURES | Mt. Lebanon Veterans Memorial | 14Mt. Lebanon Student Musicians Perform in Italy | 24

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS | Sunrooms Provide Natural Light, Panoramic Views & YearlongEnjoyment | By Jeff Morris | 69What’s New in Hearing Aids for 2011 |

By Dolores Y. Payne, M.A., CCC-A, Audiologist | 70How to Choose a Financial Professional |

By Tim Bywalski | 74

SPOTLIGHTS | The Thomas Studio of Performing Arts | 57Washington WIld Things | 59Burns & Scalo | 63Metro Heating & Cooling | 67Pool Design and the Outdoor Kitchen Company | 72Westmoreland Supply | 75

DINING OUT | Cain’s Saloon | 78

ON THE COVER | The Martin home on Kenmont Avenue was built by a prominent physician in 1857 and was originally located about a half of a mile away. Photo by Michael Haritan

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Welcome to the summer issue of Mt. Lebanon Magazine. Summer is the time for home improvement projects and this issue

contains information about house maintenance, landscaping and real estate. Our annual advertising section on real estate in Washington and Allegheny

Counties reminds us of the beautiful, affordable homes – both old and new – that areavailable in our region. If you’re in the market t o buy or sell a home, we hope you will find thisissue to be helpful. For those you who plan to stay in your home but want to fix up the outside,this issue contains plenty of tips from professional landscapers and gardeners.

We also have a feature on the new Miracle Field that will be built for special needs childrenlater this year in the South Hills. Like other Miracle League Fields across the Uni ted States, thisone will be specially-designed so that physically-challenged youngsters can play baseball duringthe summer months. What a great resource for children and their parents.

Finally, this issue has information about Mt. Lebanon residents and businesses, an interviewwith the school superintendent, a listing of summer activities in the community, and recentstudent achievements and awards.

Have a great summer!

Wayne DollardPublisher

After what seems like a colder and wetter-than-normal spring, hopefully awarm, dry summer is in store for all of us western Pennsylvanians. Summer in thispart of the world is a special time and there are plenty of yearly events andactivities that can quickly become a tradition for your family.

There are the obvious ones – such as a school or community picnic day atKennywood – but there are some less-obvious ones that your family can adoptas traditions and begin to create summer memories that will last a lifetime.

A visit to a local farmers market is a great way to spend time with your kids whileteaching them that fruits, vegetables and other commodities can come from places otherthan a mega grocery store. There are two farmers markets in Mt. Lebanon that are held each weekthrough October : the Mt. Lebanon Lions Farmer’s Market is held on Wednesdays from 4 to 7 p.m. atthe Mt. Lebanon Methodist Church at 975 Washington Road, and a second one is held on Saturdaysfrom 8 a.m. to noon in the section of Washington Road known as “uptown.” Another summer tradition that my family looks forward to every year are the church fairs, communitydays and benefit walks held throughout the region eve ry summer. Mt. Lebanon’s First Fridays continue this summer and are a great way to meet your neighbors and get to know the community.

Finally, take some time to do some exploring around your own town. This issue ofMt. Lebanon includes a feature about one of the oldest homes in the community once known as the

McCormick House on Kenmont Avenue. When you’re out riding around some evening, take a fewminutes to check out this piece of Mt. Lebanon history.

Have a great summer full of family traditions and memories, and Mt. Lebanon magazine willsee you in the fall!

Christina Clinton EvansEditor

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rom virtually anywhere in SouthFayette, progress on the Newbury

Development can be seen. Whetheryou’re on Route 50, Thom’s Run, or I-79, theproject has moved far beyond theearthmoving phase and has opened up Phase2 for sales.

Brett Malky, the President of EQALandmark Communities and managingpartner of Newbury Development Associates,said that the commitment to qualitydevelopment in the heart of the South Hills ispaying off in spades.

“We have had spectacular sales results atNewbury,” Malky said. “Our dedication tobuilding excellence and a new kind ofcommunity demonstrate that people wantprojects like Newbury and not the same oldsubdivision. They want thoughtful design,attention to detail and a home that’s unique.”

So far, 45 homes in Phase One have sold,ranging in prices from $280,000 to $1.2million, and 10 people have already moved inand 12 more homes are under construction.In Phase Two, six of 15 homes have soldwithin the couple weeks of release, making

Newbury the best-selling community in theSouth Hills, and one of the best in the entirePittsburgh MSA.

Newbury can offer all of those aspects tohomebuyers. The 325-acre, $450 milliondollar, mixed-use development, underwentmore than 18 months of conceptualizationbefore work began on the site. Tennessee-based architectural firm Shapiro & CompanyArchitects came to the South Hills todocument thousands of homes, noting theirarchitecture, design and placement on theirlots. The information was distilled into a

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design for Newbury that would combine thebest aspects of the architecture of the SouthHills, looking like a neighborhood that’salways been there – new, yet already familiarwithin the surrounding municipalities.

What’s more, consideration was given toSouth Fayette’s needs as well. Newbury notonly is changing the faceof South Fayette, it’s alsoimproving on it. Themain entrance to thecommercial area will beoff of Route 50, throughthe existing 84 Lumberstore. Work on 84Lumber’s new home atNewbury is nearingcompletion and they willbe moving into their newhome in the comingmonths.

“This will have a trueMain Street componentcomplete with smallshops, mom and pop retailers, restaurants and the like,” Malky said. “There will be afountain for the kids to play in, a cotton candykiosk and a booth playing calliope music. It’sgoing to have a small town feel. It will be aplace to be proud of to live, work, play, dineand shop.”

Newbury’s commercial district will also

have a hotel, banks and every serviceimaginable with space for the nationalretailers, the local barber, chain vendors, andoffice buildings. Newbury Market is finalizingagreements of sale and leases for all the spacewithin Phase One of the retail/commercialcenter. Restaurants, banks, shops, a hotel,

offices, big-box and mid-box retailers willsoon be announced.

“We can tell you that we will have offices, ahotel, banks, a grocery store, apparel and shoestores as well as goods retailers…and as manyas 5 restaurants in the first phase of Newbury

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“I love the whole concept- the way the plans wereconfigured and the styleof the houses. There areso many plans out therethat have brick fronts

with vinyl siding wrappedaround. There’s none ofthat at Newbury. Andwhen the business

district is built, it will trulyoffer residents the wholelive, work, play concept. Ican’t say enough about it,really. It’s going to be a

special thing. It’s going tobe a real gem for the

South Hills.”

Dave Pirain, Newburyresident of 1 month



Every home in the United States is builtto the minimum standards of a buildingcode. That code addresses standards forsafety, livability, and energy efficiency. Thedeveloper of Newbury has developed itsown home performance standards toensure that every home within itscommunities achieves the highest level of

quality in the region, making these homes measurably better than typical code-complianthomes. Rather than default to the minimum industry standards, Newbury is committed to

offering homeowners theopportunity to own a highperformance home, usingproven technologies and bestpractice construction

techniques to deliver a better home. The home performance standards for Newbury werecreated in partnership with IBACOS (Integrated Building and Construction Solutions), aleading national research anddevelopment firm for the housingindustry, and a strategic partner withEQA Landmark Communities for morethan 13 years.

The Newbury Home PerformanceStandards address the following criteria for construction quality and performance:

1. Energy – Improve the energy efficiency of the home to at least 30% better than energycode in order to reduce utility bills and ensureoptimum occupant comfort.

2. Indoor Environmental Quality – Providehomeowners with better indoor air quality and amore comfortable living environment through theuse of fresh air ventilation systems, highefficiency air filtration and less toxic buildingmaterials.

3. Building Durability – Build the home to last longer while minimizing the need forroutine maintenance by using best practices in homeconstruction to control the movement of water, moisturevapor and air through the home.

4. Materials & Resources – Reduce theenvironmental impact of the home by using sustainable

building materials and efficient construction techniques. By building homes to these quality standards, Newbury is

offering homeowners the benefits of improved comfort,healthier living environments, and the peace of mind ofknowing that their new home at Newbury is the best home inthe region.

In addition, every home is built to an architectural standardand guideline at Newbury overseen by the founding architectand town architect, Brad Shapiro with Shapiro & CompanyArchitects, Inc. Brad assures that every home in Newburybeautifully integrates with the surrounding homes to enhancethe unique sense of place established by Newbury’spedestrian-friendly master plan, community amenities, and

neighborhood streetscape with sidewalks,street trees, street lights and generousfront porches.

And finally, a fundamental part ofassuring the highest quality homes ispartnering with industry leaders to assurethat the best products are used in theconstruction of homes at Newbury. Everyhome at Newbury will have a high efficient, custom designed window from AndersenWindows. All exterior cladding materials will be long-lasting, durable products such as thefactory finished James Hardie fiber cement siding with Colorplus Technology, natural stoneor Cultured Stone®, or quality brick materials – there will be no vinyl siding at Newbury.And in addition to 10 foot ceiling as standard in every home at Newbury, all homes willbenefit from two of the best product manufacturers in the industry who will be providing theappliances and plumbing fixtures for every home, namely Whirlpool Corporation and Kohler.


Unparalleled at Newbury


Market. We have more retailers interested in Newbury than we havespace to accommodate, so we are building strong momentum with ourcurrent sales and leasing efforts,” Malky said.

“We also are encouraging our retailers to build in a moresustainable manner, and with ‘green’ buildings,” Malky said. “And, aswith the residential component on top, everything will be tied togetherwith sidewalks and be com pletely pedestrian-friendly.”

In addition to all of the effort prior to breaking ground, Newburyhas some of the top names in the nation working on the homeconstruction on site. Deklewa Home, Heartland Homes, S & A Homesand Stambrosky Homes all are part of the home-building team atNewbury. S& A’s Carriage homes will be completed soon, with a model opening in weeks, and Heartland townhomes will be com pletedthis summer.

What’s more, Newbury will be featuring one of the top zero-energy homebuilders in the country to create homes on the site thatwill not only produce their own energy for running the household, butcan actually sell power back to the electric company when thehousehold’s power loads are at a minimum.

“We’ll have our zero-energy model open this summer,” Malky said.

“And with that, homeo wners will be getting a true, solar home,producing power through solar energy. They’ll still be connected to thegrid, so if the power needs of the home rise, those needs will always bemet, but the home will produce energy and, homeowners may be a netproducer of energy.”

Creating options like the zero-energy models have been a lynchpinof Newbury’s strategy from the start, not only because the develop ersbelieve in progressive designs, but because variety has appeal amonghomebuyers.

Comfort, indoor air quality and energy performance are assured byNewbury’s strategic partnership with Carrier Corporation. Hearth &Home assure the best performing fireplaces in the marketplace asenergy performance and beauty.

“Buying a home is a big decision, and a lot of people have decidedthat Newbury is going to be the place where they want to spend thenext phase of their lives,” Malky said. “Our job is to ensure that thathome serves them for decades to come, and even generations to come.We’re looking to create neighborhoods and community. Over time,these homes will be neighborhood landmarks – the house where littleJimmy Smith grew up, or the house where the Smiths have the Fourthof July block party. It take s great people to make that happen, andNewbury is attracting those people.”

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ith close to 150 people in attendance, ground was brokenon a warm Memorial Day morning for the Mt. Lebanon’s

Veterans Memorial. Located at the entrance of Mt. LebanonPark on Morgan Drive, the memorial will honor all Mt. Lebanon residents who have served their country fromWorld War II up through the current wars in Iraq andAfghanistan. A special section of the memorial will be dedicatedto those residents who gave their lives while defending theUnited States.

Pittsburgh Steeler great, Vietnam veteran and Mt. Lebanonresident Rocky Bleier is the honorary chair of the VeteransMemorial Committee and spoke about the importance of the memorial.

“What I did 42 years ago is forever etched in my memory, as it is with all of the others who have served their country,”Bleier said. “It’s up to us to provide an oral history to futuregenerations of what we did while serving our country.”

With that, Bleier asked all of the individuals attending theservice who are veterans or are currently serving in the U.S.Military to join him on stage. At least two dozen men andwomen were recognized by the crowd for their service.

District Justice Blaise Larotonda introduced World War IIveteran and Mt. Lebanon resident Jack Haller who wasinstrumental in getting the Veterans Memorial project startedseveral years ago by his persistence with the Mt. LebanonCommissioners. Haller and students from the district’s 10schools were the official “ground-breakers” during the program.

The Mt. Lebanon students and the schools they representedincluded:• Cassidy Higgins – Howe Elementary School• Sean and Patrick Fitzgerald – Washington Elementary School • Nick Rendulic – Foster Elementary School • Katie Strohl – Lincoln Elementary School• Aidan Witte – Jefferson Elementary School • Aidan Bareford – Hoover Elementary School• Erich Bosch – Markham Elementary School• Brynn Fuller-Becker and Jackson Hopey – Mellon Middle

School• Justin Grennbaum – Jefferson Middle School • Brad Nealon and Alex Pecoraro – Mt. Lebanon High School

The architecture firm Loysen Kreuthmeier will design thememorial and its white marble stones – which represent theveterans’ contributions -- will radiate outward into thelandscape as a reminder of those who served far from home.The centerpiece of the memorial will be an American flag atop alighted pylon. It will also include an enclosed area with seatingfor quiet reflection.

The Veterans Memorial Committee estimates that thememorial will cost $180,000, which includes construction costsand a legacy trust that will enable the community to maintainthe memorials and update it as necessary. The committee hopesthe memorial will be completed by summer 2012.

Donations for the memorial are still being accepted and canbe sent to: Mt. Lebanon Veterans Memorial, c/o Mt. LebanonMunicipality, 710 Washington Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15228.


Rocky Bleier, Honorary ChairDan Gigler, Chair

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hoever said romance is dead never met Mt. Lebanon’s Gwyn Cready.

The Mt. Lebanon native has publishedfour romance novels and a fifth one is due to hitbook shelves in late October, followed by anotherone next spring. Cready’s books begin in thepresent, but a weird quirk in the universetransports the heroine back through time toanother period and country – usually Scotland orEngland during the 1700s a nd 1800s.

A 1979 graduate of Mt. Lebanon High School,Cready earned her BA in English and an MBA inmarketing from the University of Chicago.Following her marriage, she convinced herhusband, a native of North Dakota, to move backto her beloved Pittsburgh to raise their twochildren. She worked for over two decades forBeecham Products (now Glaxo Smith Kline).

It was a tragedy – the unexpected death of heryounger sister – that convinced Cready to put pento paper and begin working on her first book.

“I wanted to do something to honor hermemory,” Cready said. “Writing a book anddedicating it to her seemed to be the right thing todo especially because a book is long-lasting.”

Deciding to write a book and actually writingone, however, is not as easy as it sounds.

“The first book took six years to write becauseI was working full-time and raising children,” shesaid. “I worked on it in secret – I didn’t even tellmy husband about it – because I was so nervous.”

While the first book didn’t get

published, it did get her an agent. “She (the agent) told me that she was 100

percent positive that she would get me publishedand she really believed in and encouraged me towrite,” she said.

Cready went back to the computer and wrotea few chapters of another book, which the agentloved and started shopping to publishers. This oneonly took her 20 months to finish.

The novel – Flirting with Forever – was sold in 2006, and she signed a two-book contractwith Pocket Books, a mass market paperback book publisher.

It was about that time that fate intervened inCready’s professional life. Her employer wantedto t ransfer her to New Jersey and rather than moveher family, she decided to take an early retirementand begin writing full-time. She hasn’t looked backsince.

Her next three books, Seducing Mr. Darcy,Tumbling Through Time, and Aching for Alwayswere instant hits with romance novel readers andestablished Cready as a major player in the genre.

All of Cready’s heroines are “spunky, sassywomen” (who happen to live and work inPittsburgh and, in one case, Mt. Lebanon), andthe men are always handsome, strong andchivalrous.

“All romance novels follow a pattern,” she said.“Readers know the hero and heroine are going tolive happily ever after, the key is getting them tothat point. Time-travel adds an extra hurdle they

have to overcome: what period will they wind upliving in? It adds an extra layer of tension.”

Cready said she likes playing with the time-travel theme because everyone, at least once intheir lives, has asked the question: ‘if I had to do itover again, what would I do differently?’

And the critics seem to agree. One of herbooks, Seducing Mr. Darcy, was so well-receivedthat it won Cready a RITA Award, the highesthonor in the romance fiction genre. If the name“Mr. Darcy” sounds familiar, it’s because he’s the hero in Pride and Prejudice, Jane Austen’sGothic romance.

Her next book, A Novel Seduction, takes aslightly different turn on the time-travel theme.The heroine, a literary critic, is forced to write amagazine article about why women seem to loveromance novels. The heroine reads her firstromance novel and becomes hooked herself. Ofcourse, there’s some tension involved with an e x-boyfriend, but readers will have to wait for thebook to be published to see how it’s resolved.

While Cready said that winning the RITA award was a major highlight of her career, she points to another incident that was just as fulfilling.

“My son, who lives in Washington, DC, wassitting on the Metro next to a woman who wasreading one of my books,” she said. “When he told the woman that his mother had written thebook, it was said with such pride that I was verytouched by it.”

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The start of the much-anticipatedconstruction of the new Mt.Lebanon High School has beendelayed because of budgetaryprojections, according tosuperintendent TimothySteinhauer, but he predictsthat by the fall of 2011 or early winter of 2012,ground will be broken.

“In April, we opened thebids and the costs were 16percent higher than what wehad anticipated,” he said.

“Right now, we are reworkingthe project to see what we can

cut out or cut back.”

He said the school district isrethinking some engineeringtechniques that could potentially shave$15 million off the project bid.

“These changes would be made tothings that the public wouldn’t even see,such as the type of wall units we install or the window sashes we use,”Steinhauer said.

Space – and money – also will be savedby moving some district-wideadministrative departments or functions-- such as the school psychologist – toone of the elementary or middle schools.

“Everyone is being very creative,”Steinhauer said. “I think we are getting very close to a number that the [school] board is comfortable withand hopefully we can start constructionin the fall or winter.”

To make up for lost time, Steinhauer saidthat once everything is approved, hehopes the construction schedule can beshortened. Summer, he said, presents a“great opportunity” for the district.


“Summer is always very busy withhiring, pre-planning, and gettingorganized for the next school year,”he said. “It also gives us the timeto pause and reflect on the lastschool year and evaluate what wedid right and what we need toimprove upon as well as analyzingour most recent PSSA scores.”

Unlike some of the districts around western Pennsylvania, Mt. Lebanon is not planning anyteacher furloughs for the 2011-2010 school year because of Governor Tom Corbett’seducation budget. In fact, because12 teachers have retired this year,the district is in hiring mode. There are no planned millageincreases for Mt. Lebanon, either.

“At Mt. Lebanon, we’re not assignificantly impacted by thestate’s budget cuts as some otherschool districts are,” he said. “Lastspring, we worked very hard to trim costs, such as renegotiatingcontracts with some vendors andrefinancing some debt, so that wewould be in a good place for the2011-2012 school year.”

Steinhauer has been Mt. Lebanon’ssuperintendent for two years,following stints at North Alleghenyand Upper St. Clair. His two sonsare students in the district, and hesaid they have had a wonderfultransition to their new schools.Even his dog has gotten in on theact: he played Toto in the highschool’s spring production of TheWizard of Oz.

“This is a super district and welove living here,” he said. “I feelvery connected to the kids, theirparents and the teachers. It was a good move for my family.”

Mt.Lebanon Student Musicians

addition to their classroom studies so playing with the PYSO isa major time commitment,” he said.

The PYSO is one of the oldest in the country. Founded in 1946,said the group cultivates discipline, fine musicianship and anoverall appreciation for excellence among it members.

“Through their impressive performances, dedication andcommitment, the group also serves as role-models for aspiringyounger musicians and students,” he said.

Every three years, the student musicians have the opportunityto travel overseas and perform for an international audience.The summer 2011 International Tour will be in Italy and theorchestra will perform four concerts in several venues as partof the prestigious Florence Youth Festival.

“Preparation for a tour of this size is an enormous commitmentof time, effort and resources,” Johnson said. “Every membermust pay their own way in order to participate and we also relyon fund-raising and other donations throughout the year to help defray costs.”

hen members of the Pittsburgh Youth SymphonyOrchestra (PYSO) take the stage in Italy this summer

as part of its international tour, there will be plenty ofrepresentation from South Hills student musicians.

Almost one-quarter of the orchestra's 102 members comefrom South Hills school district music programs such as Mt.Lebanon, Peters Township, Bethel Park, and Upper St. Clair.

Craig Johnson, executive director of PYSO, said studentsmust undergo a rigorous audition prior to being selected toplay with the orchestra, commit to weekly rehearsalsthroughout the school year, and perform in three concerts.

“Many of these students also are involved in sports, debateclubs, science clubs and other extra-curricular activities in

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Other countries that prior orchestras have visited include Austria, Scotland, Switzerland,Hungary, Czech Republic, Germany, and China.

Students from Mt. Lebanon High School who participated in the PYSO this year are:• Mana Aliabadi, cello, senior • Nick Brown, violin, junior• Lily Chen, violin, sophomore • Jeremy Hois, oboe, senior• Arjun Kar, violin, senior • Angela-Maureen Nagem, viola, senior• Claire Niederberger, violin, junior • Kevin Silmorre Skolnick, junior, violin• Benjamin Spilsbury, cello, senior • Grace Stokan, viola, junior• Amanda Vosburgh, cello, • Christopher Weis, violin, senior

8th grade (Jefferson Middle School) • Amy Xie, violin, senior

For more information about the Pittsburgh Youth Symphony Orchestra, includingupcoming programs, performance schedules, auditions, and providing support, visitwww.pittsburghyouthsymphony.org or call the office at 412.392.4872.


team of fifth grade students from HoweElementary School represented the school

district in the Odyssey of the Mind World FinalsCompetition at the University of Maryland overMemorial Day weekend. The Howe students competed against

students from all over the United States andfrom 30 other countries. The six-member team,called “The Howe Brains,” worked on theproblem, “As Good As….Goldberg”, whichchallenged teams to create a device, using an unnecessarily complex series ofcomponents, that performs the same task as an existing item."Odyssey values a kids hands-on, parents

hands-off approach to problem solving,” saidHowe coach and teacher Sharon Biasca. “Our kids were equal contributors to theproblem’s solution and along the way learnedthat a group is a more powerful force than anindividual. This quality is sometimes lost insports and academic competitions. This qualitywill serve them well in life." The Howe team was able to go to

finals because they placed second in thePennsylvania State Odyssey of the MindCompetition in April. Their registration and other fees were covered through fundraising activities. “What an experience,” said George

Brzezinski, a parent of one of the Howestudents. “The participation alone wassomething they will remember the rest of their lives. They stayed on campus for fivedays, joined 857 other teams that competedincluding those from 33 states and 14 foreigncountries.”Brzezinski said the team was paired with

a “buddy” team from Singapore. The twogroups had lunch together, traded gifts (whichincluded a Terrible Towel) and watched eachother compete.At the University of Maryland, the Howe

team competed against 60 other teams in their

division and had a respectable showing. “As it turned out, their buddy team

won the gold medal in another problem,” hesaid. “Our kids were as excited as if they had won it themselves!” The Howe Brains advanced to the

Pennsylvania state finals after placing secondin a regional competition held at Moon AreaHigh School in March. Winners from fiveregions across Pennsylvania competed in thestate finals tournament in Williamsport.Pennsylvania is recognized as having one ofthe strongest Odyssey of the Mind programs inthe world.

Odyssey of the Mind is an internationaleducational program that provides creativeproblem-solving opportunities for studentsfrom kindergarten through college. Teammembers apply their creativity to solveproblems that range from building mechanicaldevices to presenting their own interpretationof literary classics. Kids are rewarded forhow they apply their creativity, knowledge,skills, and talents. Teams are coached andsupervised by adults, but cannot accept help,ideas, solutions from an adult or anyoneoutside of their team. For more information,visit www.odysseyofthemind.com.

The Howe Brains Odyssey of the Mind team with Omer, the Odyssey mascot,attended the World Championship in May. From left, Kelsey McKiernan, Anthony Procaccini, Ethan Cuccarese, Alexa Brzezinski, Kenny Giarla and Dylan Jones



Mt. Lebanon Girls Win Third Straight

PIAA Title

he Mt. Lebanon girls’basketball team entered

the 2010-11 season as the two-time defending WPIAL and PIAA champions. Achallenging early seasonschedule yielded somestruggles, and they were only3-5 on January 3. However,Notre Dame recruit MadisonCable led the charge to finishthe regular season with 14straight wins. They cruised tothe WPIAL championship gamewith wins by 26, 29, and 21 points, and faced Shaler atthe A.J. Palumbo Center.

The Lady Titans scored the first four points of the game.Mt. Lebanon responded with a13-0 run that extended into the second quarter. Shalerfinally scored with 4:36 leftbefore halftime. That basketended a ten-minute drought.The Blue Devils led 18-9 at thehalf. Cable had eight points, six rebounds, and two blockedshots.

Shaler opened the secondhalf on a 13-4 run to tie thegame at 22. Mt. Lebanonturned the ball over on threeconsecutive possessions tohelp key Shaler’s run. The LadyTitans kept their run goingthroughout the entire thirdquarter. Shaler won the quarter21-7 to lead 30-25. Cablecapped a 7-2 run to open thefourth quarter with three-pointplay that leveled the score at32. However, Shaler scored thenext seven points to lead 39-32with 1:37 to go. The Blue Devilstrailed by four with 31 secondsleft. Liz Tommasi scored tobring them within two, but thebasket was waved off becauseof an offensive foul. Shaler hittwo free throws to seal the 41-35 upset. Cable finished with12 points and 12 rebounds.

They still had back-to-backPIAA championships to defend.Two blowouts put them in thequarterfinals for a rematch withShaler. This turned out fardifferent. The Blue Devils led19-5 after one quarter and


36-15 at halftime. They forced20 Shaler turnovers in the firsthalf. Unlike the WPIAL titlegame, they continued topressure in the second half. Thelead swelled to 51-25 after threequarters, and they cruised to a65-39 victory. Cable led the waywith 24 points. Kelly Johnsonadded 13, and Christine Ehlandhad 10.

In the PIAA semifinals, theyhammered Lower Merion 62-35.Emma Pellicano and KellyJohnson each had 16 points topace the Blue Devils. Theyadvanced to their fourth straightPIAA title game. Standing in theway of a third consecutive stategold was Archbishop Carroll.The Blue Devils were clinging toa one-point lead with under 30 seconds to play. The Patriotshad the ball with a chance towin. Jen Carney drove to thebasket and put up a shot…nogood! Anna Kestler grabbed thedefensive rebound and timeexpired. Cable was held to 9 points, but Johnson againstepped up to score 13 points ina heart-pounding 47-46 win.

The Blue Devils finished 25-6 with a WPIAL silver medal.More importantly, they won theirthird straight PIAA gold medal.Although star Madison Cablegraduates this year, they haveplenty of talent coming backnext season. It goes withoutsaying what a dominant run thiswas. They will look to continuetheir great success in 2011-12.

Enjoy Summer in Mt. Lebanon

Farmers MarketsMt. Lebanon Lions Farmer’s Market4 to 7 p.m., Wednesdays through OctoberMt. Lebanon Methodist Church, 975 Washington Road

Mt. Lebanon Uptown Farmer’s Market8 a.m, to noon, Saturdays through OctoberWashington Road (between 650 and 720 blocks)

Music in the ParkSunday, June 19, 7:30 p.m.Tres Lads, Acoustic rock

Sunday, July 16, 7:30 p.m.Todd Jones, Country music

16th Annual Classic Car Show& FestivalSunday, June 26, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.Washington Road

Classic cars, food vendors, shopping, andmusic by Trainwreck (country rock)

Proceeds benefit the Mt. Lebanon PoliceDepartment’s youth programs

4th of July Celebration9 a.m. to 5 p.m.Activities for children of all ages, includingcarnival games, climbing wall, petting zoo,and lots of food!Mt. Lebanon Park

7:30 p.m. – Concert by Radio Tokyo in Mt. Lebanon Park

9:30 p.m. – Fireworks

SwimmingMt. Lebanon Swimming Center900 Cedar Boulevard, Mt. LebanonFor more information, call 412.561.6626 orlog onto www.mtlebanon.org

Hours (subject to change depending onweather and special events)

General SwimSunday – Saturday: Noon to 8 p.m.

Adult SwimSunday through Saturday: 11 a.m. to NoonMonday through Thursday: 8:15 to 9:15 p.m.

Rates:• All-season passes are available for

residents and nonresidents and prices run from $75 - $110 for individuals up to$300 for a family of six.

• Daily prices:Adult (19-61): $6, (62+) $5Child (4-18): $5Twilight swim (4 to 8 p.m.): $4

Whatever your interests, you’re bound to find something to do in Mt. Lebanon this summer. Here’s a rundown of some of the activitiesand events that will heat up (or cool down) the summer of 2011!



Enjoy Summer in Mt. LebanonTennisThe Municipal Tennis Center islocated on Cedar Boulevard in Mt.Lebanon and there are 15 tenniscourts available to rent by theseason or the hour. The TennisCenter is open seven days a weekfrom 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Courttimes can be reserved by calling412.343.3411.

Rates:Season passes:Resident adults: $245Resident juniors (under 19): $110Nonresidents: $275Seniors: $220

Hourly rates:Adults: $7; Junior (under 19): $5Nonresidents: $7; Seniors: $7

CinemaLast Saturday Cinema will be held againthis summer to benefit the DenisTheatre Foundation. All movies begin atdusk at the Clearview Commons.

June 25: The Freshman, comedy starringMatthew BrodericJuly 30: Every Little Step, documentaryabout Broadway auditionsAugust 27: 1932’s Trouble in Paradise

Garden TourMt. Lebanon Library’s AnnualGarden TourSunday, July 10Noon to 5 p.m.Tickets are $15 per person inadvance or $20 the day of the tourand are available at the library.Includes tour, plant sales, and freeconsultations with mastergardeners.

Pre-tour party on Saturday, July 9 with live music, food and rafflesTickets are $30 per person inadvance or at the door.

Church andWalking Tour”Saints and Stained Class” tours of St. Bernard and Mt. LebanonUnited Presbyterian churches,sponsored by the Historical Society of Mt. Lebanon.Friday, August 126 p.m.Meet in the Presbyterian churchparking lot. Cost is $5 for Historical Society ofMt. Lebanon members and $10 for non-members.

The Historical Society will alsoconduct 90-minute walking tours of Mt. Lebanon on Saturday, July 9,and Saturday, September 10.Register at 412.563.1941 [email protected]

OutdoorPartiesFirst FridayWashington RoadFriday, July 1Food, activities, shopping, andmusic by Fungus

First FridayWashington RoadFriday, August 5Food, activities, shopping,and musicby City Dwelling Nature Seekers

ULTApartySaturday, August 6Sundown to midnightWashington Road and ClearviewCommonsMusic, food, family activities

First FridayWashington RoadFriday, September 2Food, activities, shopping, andmusic by Freedom Band



The Photographic Section of the Academy ofScience and Art of Pittsburgh, an active photo clubin the city since 1885, had many of their clubmembers enter a competition on Saturday, March5. Sixty percent of the 256 print and 206 digitalentries were accepted by the judges and were ondisplay at an open house held on Tuesday, March8 at the Mt. Lebanon Rec. Center.

The three non-member judges chose the bestentries in ten different categories such as bestlandscape and best art manipulation. Then thejudges chose the top three entries from thosewinners.

The club is also sponsoring a photographyworkshop at Phipps Conservatory May 20-21 (100participants can be accommodated). Forinformation go to www.billcampbellphoto.com.

Carl Palka (of Chartiers Valley)(Best Art Manipulation)

Barb Bennett (Best Nature and Second Place Overall)

Sandy Duffy with her daughter's entry,her grandchildren as the subjects.

Bob Fleming (Chartiers Valley) (BestLandscape and First Place Overall)

Tricia Zeiler (Best OutdoorPortrait and Third Place Overall)

Nancy Barnard, club president, and Bob Hayes, club vice president.

Carl Pascarella admiring his photo entry with Larry Nist. Stephen Celento (of Canonsburg)and his father and subject of hisentry, Edward Celento

Nancy Koch (of Upper St. Clair) (Best Table Top)

The 11th Annual Diocesan Cheerleading Championshipwas recently hosted by St. Teresa of Avila Cheerleaders at North Hills High School. Close to 20 Pittsburgh area Catholic schools participated, including St. Bernard. The students showed that cheerleading is a competitive sport as they excelled in tumbling, jumps, stunting, cheers and dance. Go Chargers!

Judges Judy Bradleyand Tracy Howe

GABBY BINDSEILJACKI DOLAN

ISABELLA HARRISPATIENCE KISH

ELIZABETH KITTLEMARIJA PAVLICKCLAUDIA PIERCEELINOR ROMANMOLLY SCOTTI

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M T . L E B A N O N M A I N L I N E I IDis t inct ive Carr iage Homes in the Hear t of Mt . Lebanon

Diane [email protected]

412.343.0350 or 412.884.0350


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Health and Wellness News You Can Use

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What’s Insidepage 2 A Woman’s Heart Is Special

page 3 The Good News About Heart DiseaseSix Ways to Lower Your Blood Pressure

page 4 Young Athletes and Sudden Cardiac DeathWhat Parents Need to Know

Exercise: Too Much of a Good Thing Can Be Harmful

page 5 The Downside of Falls

page 6 Choosing the Right Doctor for You

page 7 Welcoming New Physicians

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Have you ever heard the adage,“Know your enemy?” Heart disease is pandemic in the United States — but manywomen remain unaware that it’san “equal opportunity” disease.The symptoms of heart diseasecan differ between men andwomen, but if you have a heart, you can get heart disease.

“Every woman, regardless of age,should know her risk factors andwork with her doctor to develop a plan for good heart health,” says John R. Ward, MD, a cardiologist and specialist inwomen’s heart issues at UPMCMercy, which is part of theUPMC Heart and Vascular Institute. “Taking action could save your life or the life of someone you love.”

Know your risksAn astonishing 80 percent ofwomen between the ages of 40 and 60 have one or more riskfactors for heart disease. “Having just one risk factor doubles your chance for heart disease,” adds Dr. Ward.Having multiple risk factors significantly increases your potential for heart problems.

Smoking, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, obesity, and family history are risk factors that men and womenshare. Additional risk factors specific to women’s hearthealth include:

• Metabolic syndrome, a combination of excessive fat around the abdomen, high blood pressure, highblood sugar, and high triglycerides that increase yourrisk of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes.

• Mental stress and depression, both of which make it difficult to follow a healthy lifestyle.

• Low levels of estrogen after menopause, which pose serious risks of heart disease developing in awoman’s smaller blood vessels.

“You can’t do anything about your genes and family history,but lifestyle changes can certainly help reduce your risk of heart disease,” says Dr. Ward.

Take action for your heart healthHeart disease is the leading cause of death among women over theage of 65. And over the last 20years, the rate of heart attacks inwomen between the ages of 35 and 54 has been on the rise. Given these statistics, everywoman should pay close attentionto her heart health.

The first step in becoming “heartsmart” is to meet with your doctoror primary care physician. Anhonest conversation with yourdoctor will help ensure that youget the best possible care. Hereare a few questions to ask:

• What are my risk factors forheart disease?

• What should I know about theeffects of menopause on myheart health?

• What is my blood pressure? Is that healthy for my age?

• What is my cholesterol andhow could it affect my health?

• Based on my history and risk factors, what can I do to lower my risk?

Take action for your family, tooThe staggering increase in obesity and diabetes in childrenin the United States puts them at significant risk of heartdisease. “We’ve learned that plaque can begin to build up in arteries in children as young as two years old,” says Dr. Ward.

“Moms are role models for their children. By makinghealthy changes for yourself, you can help improve the heart health of the entire family.”

To learn more about cardiac services at UPMC Mercy, visit www.UPMCMercy.com and click on Our Services.

To schedule an appointment with a UPMC-a+liated physician, visit www.UPMC.com/FindADoctor, or call 1-800-533-UPMC (8762).

A Woman’s Heart Is SpecialIt’s important to recognize you’re not immune to the dangers of heart disease

Risk factors that can’tbe chaged• Family history of heart disease,

carotid artery disease, or peripheral artery disease

• Age (65 and older)• Gender (men have a greater risk

of heart attack)

Risk factors that canbe changed• Smoking• High blood pressure • High cholesterol levels • Obesity• Physical inactivity

Become heart smartTake time to educate yourself about heart disease and the treatments available. The UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute website is a one-stop source of informationabout cardiac conditions, as well as UPMC’s full spectrum of cardiovascular services from routine screenings to advanced cardiac care.

Be sure to check it out atwww.UPMC.com/HeartandVascular.

Monitor Target Levels

Cholesterol less than 200 mg/dL

Blood Pressure below 120/80

BMI (body mass index) 18.5–24.9

Ask your doctorIf you have questions or concerns aboutyour heart health, call your physician to schedule an appointment.

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Heart disease is the nation’s leadingcause of death for both men andwomen. Every 25 seconds, someone experiences a coronary event; everyminute, heart disease claims a life.

The good news? You can take steps to reduce your risk of heart diseasethrough routine screenings and lifestylechanges — even if you’ve already had aheart attack or stroke.

“Heart disease is a disease we can do something about. In most instances, it ispreventable,” says Daniel Edmundowicz,MD, associate professor of medicine at the University of Pittsburgh, and directorof preventive cardiology at the UPMCHeart and Vascular Institute.

“Screening absolutely saves lives. We can help people change the outcome once we know the risk-factor levels,” Dr. Edmundowicz says.

Heart-Healthy Resources at UPMC MercyMichael A. Fallert, MD, chief of cardiology at UPMC Mercy, says doctorsuse tools such as EKGs, stress testing, ultrasound, and CT scans to look for signs of atherosclerosis in the heart, neck,legs, and arms — especially if you have a family history of cardiovascular disease.

If needed, you also can take advantage ofthe region’s only low radiation electronbeam CT scan at the UPMC Heart andVascular Institute. It looks specifically forcalcium in the coronary arteries as amarker of the cholesterol accumulationthat can cause sudden heart attacks.

Dr. Fallert recommends regular healthscreenings that tell you your numbers and whether you need to take action. For example, high blood pressure and high cholesterol can damage your heartand blood vessels, but you wouldn’t know you have these conditions withouttesting for them.

The more risk factors you have, the greateryour chance of developing heart disease,says Dr. Fallert. While you can’t controlgenetics, you can take steps to controlmany other risk factors by eating a healthy diet, exercising, not smoking, and maintaining a healthy body weight.Some changes — like quitting smoking —can have an immediate impact.

“The bottom line is: If you know yournumbers and know your risk, you can do something about it,” Dr. Fallert says.

The Good News About Heart DiseaseTake charge of your heart through health screenings and heart-healthy lifestyle changes

Six Ways to Lower Your Blood PressureHigh blood pressure puts you at risk for heart attack, stroke, and other serious diseases. Follow these recommendations from Dr. Fallert to take charge of this “silent killer”:• Increase physical activity. Aim for at

least 30 minutes each day (most days) of brisk walking, bike riding, or other aerobic activity.

• Monitor your sodium. Limit your sodium intake to less than two grams (2,000 mg) a day. Beware of “hidden” sodium inprocessed foods, including canned soup,lunch meats, frozen dinners, and crackers.

• Eat healthy. Follow a lower-fat diet that’s rich in fruits, vegetables, and low-fat dairy foods.

• Control your stress. Take 15 minutes eachday to decompress and focus on yourself.Listen to music, read, pray, or meditate.

• Don’t smoke! Nicotine causes your bloodvessels to constrict and your heart to beatfaster, which raises your blood pressure.

• Take your medicine. If medicine is neededto control your blood pressure, make sureyou take it as prescribed by your doctor.

Know your numbersAim for these vital numbers to keep your ticker in good working condition:


Young Athletes and Sudden Cardiac DeathWhat Parents Need to Know

Health Tips from UPMC Health Plan

Is your child among the three to five million young people in the United States who play organized sports each year? If so, you know that a pre-participation physical examination can help identify young athletes who may be at risk for an injury or illness that could require additional medical evaluation. Recently, identifying young athletes who may be at risk of sudden cardiac death has become a hot topic among sports medicine professionals, focusing the attention of parents on the need for better cardiovascular screening of young athletes.“Sudden cardiac death (SCD) in young athletes is extremely rare,” says Vivekanand Allada, MD, clinical director of pediatric cardiology at Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC and professor of pediatrics. “In fact, it’s a one in a million risk.”According to Dr. Allada, sudden death in young athletes is most often due to heart problems, such as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (an abnormal thickening of the heart). Other causes include congenitalcoronary anomalies, arrhythmia (which can be caused by a blow to thechest), and Marfan syndrome, a connective tissue disorder that canweaken the aorta and lead to a tear or rupture. “Unfortunately, there’s no perfect test to find a needle in a haystack,” says Dr. Allada. However, parents can take steps to uncover risk factors that may require more testing or a consultation with a pediatriccardiologist. The American Heart Association recommends that youngathletes undergo a screening medical history to check specifically for: • Chest pain, palpitations, or fainting during exercise (red flags

that require immediate attention) • A history of a heart murmur or hypertension• Family history of coronary disease, sudden death, or

Marfan syndrome

Children with any of these risk factors or an abnormal physical examshould see a pediatric cardiologist, who is specially trained to look for cardiac problems in children and teens, Dr. Allada says. Further testing might include an EKG, echocardiogram, and stress test.He offers these tips to parents:• Don’t let your child play through chest pain. Pain can be a

warning sign.• Teach your child to avoid energy drinks that have high levels

of caffeine. Such drinks can make the heart race and cause cardiac arrhythmias. They are particularly dangerous for athletes with undiagnosed cardiac problems.

To learn more about caring for your child’s heart, visit www.chp.edu, then click on Child Health A-Z. To schedule an appointment with a Children’s-a+liated physician, call 412-692-PEDS (7337).

Exercise:Too Much of a GoodThing Can Be HarmfulRegular exercise is an important part of maintaining a healthy life. Many of us, however, still struggle to fit even a moderate amount of exercise into our schedules.

But there are plenty of peoplewho are getting too much exercise. If some exercise is good,they think more will be better.Not true. In fact, excessive exercise can lead to a host ofphysical issues, including injuries,the loss of lean muscle mass, aweakened immune system, sleep problems, irritability, anddepression. A study in the American Journal of Cardiologysuggests that too much vigorousexercise also can increase the risk of heart problems.

Are you exercising too much?Experts say that if your workoutssuddenly seem more di3cult than usual and you aren’t making progress, you may be overexercising.Other trouble signs include:• Insomnia• Aches or pain in muscles and/or joints• Fatigue• Feeling unmotivated and lacking energy• Increased susceptibility to colds, sore throats,

and other illnesses

If you’re experiencing any of these signs, see your doctor to find out if something else is causing the problem.

Just starting an exercise program?Congratulations on taking an important step to improve your health. Here are a few tips to help yourbody adjust to a new routine:• Create a reasonable exercise program based

on attainable goals.• Exercise in moderation.• Begin slowly and build up gradually to avoid injuries.• Cut back the volume and intensity of your

workouts at the first sign of injury.• Listen to your body. When it needs a rest,

give it a rest.

Sources: American College of Sports Medicine, American Heart Association

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Three things you can do to prevent fallsExercise! Exercises such as tai chi or other relaxationexercises that improve balance and coordination canhelp lower your chances of falling and make you feel stronger. See your doctor regularly. Annual physical and eye examinations can uncover underlying medical problemsthat can lead to falls. See your doctor if you feel unstableor dizzy, possibly due to medications. Tell your doctor ifyou fall; a medical evaluation can help.Make your home safer. Seventy-five percent of all fallsoccur at home. To help make your home fall-proof:• Improve lighting. As you get older, you need brighter

lights to see well. Use night lights in your bedroom,hall, and bathroom.

• Remove small throw rugs. Tack down all carpets andarea rugs so they are firmly fastened to the floor.

• Remove things you can trip over. Clear books,clothes, and shoes from stairs and places you walk.Keep cords and wires near walls.

• Use handrails. Install grab bars near toilets, and both inside and outside your tub and shower. Always use the handrail when using the stairs.

• Store items within easy reach. Don’t store things toohigh or too low. Avoid using stepladders or stepstools. Most of all, think before you reach.

• Wear shoes with non-skid, non-friction soles. Avoidgoing barefoot or wearing only socks or loose-fittingslippers.

Falls may be funny on comedy shows, but they can be traumatic for older adults. Simply tripping on a rug or slipping on a wet floor can change an older person’s life in an instant — posing serious threats to his or her health and independence.

According to the Centers for Disease Control, one in three people over 65 experience at least one fall each year, and more than two-thirds of them are likely to fall again within six months.Falls also are the leading cause of accidental death in seniors. And, as many as 30 percent of those who fall end up with debilitating hip, pelvic, or spine fractures that make it harder to get around and adversely affect self-confidence. Even those who don’t suffer serious injury can become fearful.

“The most obvious concern when an older adult falls or trips is injury,” says Stephanie Studenski, MD, MPH, director of the Claude D. Pepper Older Americans Independence Center at the University of Pittsburgh and associate director of research at the Aging Institute of UPMC Senior Services and the University of Pittsburgh. “But the fear of falling can cause people to restrict their activity and sacrifice their independence. In some cases, it can lead to social isolation,” she says.

Everyone is at risk for falls, but that risk increases with the changes that come with aging, plus other medical conditions such as arthritis, cataracts and glaucoma, and balance problems.

“Fortunately, there’s a lot people can do to prevent most risk factors,” says Dr. Studenski. “Taking care of your overall health, staying active, socializing with friends, and taking a few common-sense precautions can help you avoid falls and broken bones.”

To learn more about the Falls Clinic, located at UPMC Senior Care-Benedum Geriatric Center in Oakland, call 412-692-4200.

UPMC Spotlight

The Downside of FallsPreventing tripping, falling can be key to maintaining independence

Leading the Work in Falls PreventionDr. Stephanie Studenski received the 2010 National Award for Falls Prevention Research and will be honored as the grand champion at the third annual Celebrating Senior Champions benefit dinner and auction Thursday, Nov. 3, 2011. For more information about the event, sponsored by UPMC Senior Services, the Aging Institute, and the Division of Geriatric Medicine of the University of Pittsburgh, call Peggy VanHorn, benevolent care advocate, at 412-622-9239.


We’ve all heard about the importance of the doctor/patient relationship, oftendescribed as the cornerstone of qualitymedical care.

“In fact, the stronger that relationship, the better your chances of receiving theright care at the right time in the rightway,” says Tami Minnier, vice president of UPMC’s Donald J. Wolff, Jr. Centerfor Quality Improvement and Innovation. “At UPMC, our goal is to help you develop a long-term partnership in which your doctor is your number one health care champion.”

According to a 2010 survey by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, most of us are very satisfied with our physicians. It usually takes something major — like moving to a new area, changing medical insurance, or being diagnosed with a serious condition — to prompt us to look for a new doctor.

“If you’re in the process of changing doctors, there are some exciting new options to consider,” says Ms. Minnier.“For example, UPMC’s Health Plan isworking with a growing number of primary care physicians to implement patient-centered medical homes in theirpractices.” In this medical model, yourfamily doctor becomes the hub for all your care by linking you to a collaborativeteam of medical professionals — fromphysician assistants to specialists.

Medical homes are designed to ensure that you receive appropriate and comprehensive care over your entire lifetime, including preventive health care, treatment for acute or chronic illness, and assistance with end-of-life care. Studies show that medical homes are resulting in improved care, access, and communication between patients and their “medical team” — as well as improved quality, safety, and cost of care.

When searching for “Dr. Right,” here arefive helpful tips to locate the best match:

Determine what’s important to you“Finding the ‘right’ doctor often involvespersonal preferences apart from a physician’s skills or qualifications,” saysMs. Minnier. “For example, are you more comfortable with a doctor of yourgender? Is a primary care physician right for you, or do you have a medicalcondition that requires treatment by a specialist? And if easy access is a concern,do you need a doctor located close to your home or workplace?”

Get the opinion of people you trust“Begin your search by asking your circle of family, friends, and co-workers aboutthe positive experiences they’ve had,” sheadvises. “If you’re moving, or seeking aspecialist, your current doctor also can be an excellent referral source.”

Do some homework “There are a number of credible online resources, including UPMC’s Find aDoctor (www.UPMC.com/FindADoctor),with information on more than 5,000physicians, that allow you to confirm aphysician’s medical credentials, board certifications, and specialties,” says Ms. Minnier. You also can check with the state medical board at docboard.org.In general, avoid “doctor ranking” sites,which are unregulated and difficult to verify for accuracy.

At UPMC, a variety of tools are used to assess physician quality, including patient satisfaction surveys. “We literallyreview thousands of surveys monthly,which provide us with invaluable insightsand feedback,” says Ms. Minnier.

Verify your doctor’s insurance plans and hospital a2liations“Most practices accept a variety of insurance plans, but be sure yours isamong them,” advises Ms. Minnier. “And should you ever require hospitalization or special tests, it’s important that your doctor be affiliatedwith a hospital you know and trust.”

Call for an appointment“Bring a written set of questions coveringyour concerns and expectations. Whenyour visit is over, evaluate the experience,”suggests Ms. Minnier. “Was it easy to getan appointment? Were you treated withrespect by both the doctor and the staff? If your answers are positive, you’re on theright path to a doctor/patient relationshipcharacterized by quality care, compassion,and open communication.”

For more information, or to schedule an appointment with a UPMC-a+liated physician, visitwww.UPMC.com/FindADoctor, or call 1-800-533-UPMC (8762).

Choosing the Right Doctor for YouTaking the time to find “Dr. Right” is one of the most important investments you can make.

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Welcoming New Physicians to UPMC MercyTo schedule an appointment, or for more information about any of our physicians, visit www.UPMC.com/FindADoctor or call 1-800-533-UPMC (8762).

Anesthesiology

Albert J. Carvelli, MD

Ste1anie J. Labate, MD

Joel M. Pomerantz, MD

David M. Ruttum, MD

Joseph F. Talarico, DO

Manisha Loomba Trivedi, MD

Cardiology

George S. Mendenhall, MD

Critical Care Medicine

Amesh A. Adalja, MD

Lakshmipathi P. Chelluri, MD

Lillian L. Emlet, MD

Kevin Ho, MD

Diagnostic Radiology

Sara A. Majewski, MD

Iclal Ocak, MD

Daria Elizabeth Setlik, MD

Emergency Medicine

Michael C. Campbell, MD

Ankur Ashok Doshi, MD

Robert J. Hyde, MD

John M. Murray, MD

Troy Christian Sims, MD

Endocrinology

Jennifer Pennock Holst, MD

Family Medicine

Brent E. Clark, MD

Gastroenterology

Shahid Masood Malik, MD

Geriatric Medicine

George H. Gleeson, MD

James Richard Sahovey, MD

Head & Neck Surgery

Grant Shale Gillman, MD

Andrea F. Lewis, MD

Andrew A. McCall, MD

Ryan Jeremy Soose, MD

Andrew Burchess Tassler, MD

Kristin Woodbury, DO

Infectious Diseases

Bernard J. C. Macatangay, MD

Kathleen Rebecca Sheridan, MD

Internal Medicine

Maliha Ahmad Kamal, MD

Oksana Karpov, DO

Abdul Q. Khan, MD

Ashish Sharma, MD

Adam Edmund Sohnen, MD

Laboratory Medicine

Thomas S. Talamo, MD

Maternal Fetal Medicine

David Collier Streitman, MD

Neonatology

Charles V. Bender, MD

Beverly S. Brozanski, MD

Barbara A. Clouser, MD

Barbara Ann Cohlan, MD

Kara L. Gardner, MD

Jennifer L. Kloesz, MD

Burhanuddin Mahmood, MD

William J. McCarran, MD

Richard Rocco Telesco, MD

Amy M. Urban, DO

Kalyani Rai Vats, MD

Jon F. Watchko, MD

Toby Debra Yanowitz, MD

Nephrology

Khaled Abdel-Kader, MD

Jose F. Bernardo, MD

Patricia Khalil, MD

Kelly V. Liang MD

Preethi V. Murty, MD

Christopher J. Passero, MD

Neuroradiology

Vera Rachel Spelling, MD

Hoang Minh Trang, DO

Neurosurgery

Robert M. Friedlander, MD

Brian T. Jankowitz, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology

Michael F. Lupinetti, MD

Stephanie L. Nicholas, MD

Ophthalmology

Tineke L. Chan, MD

Vasiliki A. Christopoulos, MD

Paul William Conrad, MD

Kimberly V. Miller, MD

Avni Patel Vyas, MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

Lisa Blackrick, MD

Orthopaedic Surgery/Podiatry

Nicholas J. Lowery, DPM

Pain Management

Karsten Bartels, MD

Pediatrics/General

Rita Kaul, MD

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Shailen F. Greene, MD

Margaret E. Reidy, MD

Maria F. Twichell, MD

Psychiatry

Saghir Ahmad, MD

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Neal J. Klitsch, MD

Marios D. Papachristou, MD

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Mt. Lebanon Public Library16 Castle Shannon Blvd.Pittsburgh, PA 15228412.531.1912www.mtlebanonlibrary.orgMonday – Thursday: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.Friday – Saturday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.Sunday: 1-5 (Jan - May)

www.eventkeeper.com/code/events.cfm?curOrg=MTLEBBe advised that non-library events are also included

on the calendar. Some are simply organization meetings,but others may be of interest to the community.

FOR CHILDRENChess ClubFor kids in grade K-&Tuesdays, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.July 5, July 19, August 2, August 16

Tail Waggin’ TutorsSign up to read to a dog that istrained by Therapy Dogs InternationalThursday, July 7, 7 p.m.Preregistration required

Spanish FiestasFor kid in grades 1-3Share stories and make an activitywith Spanish teachers from theschool districtWednesdays, 1 p.m.July 6, July 13, July 20, July 27

Cool ChemistryJoin chemist Professor Kernion andbe awed as he demonstratesmysterious and amazing scienceexperiments.Kids 6 and olderThursday, July 14, 7 p.m.

Concerts in the CourtyardEnjoy a free concert in the library’scourtyardThursdays, 7 p.m.• August 4 – Jim Farquar Trio (jazz)• August 11 – Underscore Adia (indie rock)

• August 18 – Call to Attraction (pop rock)

• August 25 – Mt. Lebanon High School String Quartet (classical)

Totally Terrific TuesdaysAn hour-long program for kidsentering first grade and upTuesdays, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.

• July 5 – Build creations inspired by famous structures from aroundthe world using LEGOs and other materials

• July 12 – Play a game that kids play in different parts of the world

• July 19 – Help to create a world map art project• July 26 – Learn different dances from around the world

STORYTIMESBook Babies For children 6 months – 2 years with an adultMondays, 10 and 11 a.m., through July 25

Mother Goose Storytime For children ages 2-3 with an adultThursdays,10 and 11 a.m., throughJuly 28

Pajama Storytime For children 6 months – 2 years with an adultMondays, 10 and 11 a.m., through July 2

FOR ADULTSAmerican History Book ClubThursday, 9:15 a.m.July 7 and July 21 – WildernessEmpire by Walter Borneman

Evening Book GroupMondays, 7 p.m.July 18 – The Unnamed by JoshuaFerris

Mt. Lebanon Writer’s GroupTuesdays, 7 p.m.July 12 and July 26

Mystery Readers Book ClubTuesdays, 7 p.m.July 19 – The Chicago Way byMichael Harvey

Saturday Non-Fiction Book GroupSaturdays, 3 p.m.July 23 – Legacy of Ashes: TheHistory of the CIA by Tim Weiner

Science FictionWednesdays, 7 p.m.July 27 – Red Mars by Kim StanleyRobinson and short stories TheHemingway Hoax by Joe Haldemanand Flowers for Algernon by Daniels

Sunday, July 10, 12 - 5 p.m.Tickets for the Garden Tour will be available in

advance for $15 per person or $20 on the day of thetour at the library.At the library, tour activities will include the

annual plant sale, free consultations with Penn StateMaster Gardeners and a Pittsburgh Rose SocietyConsulting Rosarian, and special promotional offersat The Book Cellar.

Saturday July 9, 6 - 8 p.m.A pre-tour Garden Party hosted by the Library

Board of Trustees in the Library Garden Courtyard.Tickets are $30 per person in advance or at the door.

Saturday August 27, 6 - 8 p.m.Welcome beer aficionados and fans of the library!

Taste and enjoy fine brews in our exclusiveBiergarten. Tickets on sale ONLY at The Book Cellar.Admission includes an evening of excellent beers,savory treats, and great company!



‘“Oh, The Places You’ll Go”Benefit Gala Hosted by Mt.

Lebanon Junior Women’s Club

The Mt. Lebanon Junior Women’s Club heldtheir benefit gala, ‘Oh, The Places You’ll Go’ atDuquesne University. Guests were treated to afabulous evening of music, delicious food and asilent auction. WTAE-TV anchor AndrewStockey acted as master of ceremonies.

Some of the proceeds from the gala will goto Reading Is FUNdamental (RIF)Pittsburgh, which provides books tochildren from low-income families toincrease literacy and develop a love forreading. RIF Pittsburgh also providesafter-school programs, community centersfor economically-struggling schools.Additional proceeds from the gala wenttoward the Junior Women’s Club grants.

Mt. Lebanon Junior Women’s Club has along history of giving to Pittsburgh areacommunities for the past 43 years. Thenonprofit club has over 80 members and hasdonated over $500,000 to local charities andorganizations. The club annually chooses aprimary beneficiary organization that supportswomen and children and, through charitybenefits, raises funds for that organization.Members reside in Mt. Lebanon, Upper St. ClairBethel Park, and other South Hills communities.

To find out how you can help RIF Pittsburgh,call 412.321.8022, or visit the website atwww.rifpittsburgh.org. For more informationabout the Mt. Lebanon Junior Women’s Club,view their website at www.mljwc.com.


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If you’re looking for ways to increase your property value, attractbuyers or just improve your way of life, you may find the answer is in your yard.

Figures in the last two years suggest that the landscaping of yourhome is worth somewhere between 5% and 15% of the total homevalue. We’re all familiar with the term “curb appeal,” which basicallymeans that buyers must be attracted to the outside of the housebefore they will ever see the inside. If your yard is unappealing, itmay kill the sale of your home in the first few seconds. And the newoutdoor room is increasingly appearing on the list of “must-have”features for new homebuyers.

Today, landscaping is more than just plants and bushes. Some ofthe features you may want to consider in making your space moreattractive are lighting, color, foliage, fencing and water features.

Lighting goes a long way in defining an outdoor space for night-time enjoyment, but it’s also a wise investment for security. Motiondetector lights can illuminate pathways and deter crime. They areinexpensive, and solar-powered models are available that are wire-less. For more subtle lighting, wall sconces can create ambience inheavily-used areas. For dining spaces, outdoor chandeliers come in a variety of styles from old world to contemporary.

Next, try adding some color. Pick a shade that will coordinatewith the color and hue of your home, but add some contrast. Thecolor theme can be achieved through the use of chair cushions,throw pillows, table umbrellas, canopies and flowering plants. Keepin mind that wooden patio furniture can also be painted to furthercarry out the theme.

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Trees, bushes, plants and flowers can breathe new life into abarren space. Trees increase in value over time as they grow.Bushes and hedges can be used to add beauty and also to addsecurity. Thorny rosebushes or holly bushes with their pointyleaves can be strategically planted in front of ground floor windows to discourage would-be intruders. Lavender bushesgenerally grow fairly quickly and will add a wonderful scent toyour outdoor area. They are also a good deterrent for spiderssince they avoid the lavender scent.

When choosing plants and flowers, keep in mind that mostpeople prefer low maintenance if you are planning on sellingyour home. Some good low-maintenance flowers for our area,Zone 6, are Shasta daisies, irises, coneflowers and peonies. Theseperennials come in a variety of colors to highlight your yard andyour color scheme.

Don’t forget the lawn. It’s the foundation for your landscape.Be sure to replace all the “bald” spots with new sod to coverthese worn areas. Consider using paving stones for heavy trafficareas. If your grass is brown in spots and you are having a partyor open-house showing, consider using a green lawn spray that isspecially made to dye your lawn, giving it a lush, verdant look.The dye is permanent and will last until you mow the lawn.

Although fencing may be one of the more expensive improve-ments to your landscaping project, it is also one of the mostattractive and efficient. A fence defines property lines, and addsprivacy and security. A lattice fence is a less-expensive option andlends a cottage flair to most yards. It may be purchased in sec-tions for fairly quick installation. Chain link fencing is a sturdierbut more expensive option. Fencing is generally available inbrown, green or black to blend in more easily with natural surroundings. Split rail fencing adds a rustic feeling and may belined with chicken wire to keep small pets secure.

Water features are extremely popular and offer the greatestopportunity for creative expression in your landscape design.They can be as complex as a custom-designed waterfall and assimple as a birdbath. Keep in mind that still water breeds mos-quitoes. If your water feature is not going to be aerated with a circulation pump, it will need to be flushed out and cleanedweekly or you can add fish which will eat the mosquito larvae.Many solar-powered pumps are available for use with waterfountains which eliminate the need for electricity or cords. Mostcome with a back-up battery for cloudy days and nighttime use.

An outdoor space is a great place for the entire family tospend time and enjoy nature while adding to the value to your property.


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erhaps the most interesting fact aboutthe Martin home at 424 KenmontAvenue in Mt. Lebanon is that it was

originally stood on Cedar Boulevard – severalblocks away – before it was physically moved toits current location.

Owner Melissa Martin tells the story of howEichlay Engineering used oxen and wagons tomove the house at the request of its originalowner, Dr. John McCormick. McCormick builtthe home in 1857 and, despite its move, it stillhas the distinction of being one of the twooldest homes in Mt. Lebanon. Why the doctorwanted it moved is unknown.

Martin and her three children have lived inthe home for over 20 years. When shepurchased the home, only one other family

besides the McCormicks had lived in it. Threeowners in 133 years might not be a record forPittsburgh, but Martin says she thinks it's prettyimpressive for Mt. Lebanon, which didn’tbecome a stand-alone municipality until 1912.

A few of the original features still remain inthe ivy-covered three-story. Two mantelpiecesin the upstairs bedrooms are in their originalcondition. A hand pump in the basementmeant the McCormicks had inside access totheir well – something that was very rare duringin those days, and was possibly needed becauseMcCormick’s home also served as his medicaloffice.

Martin said a brick foundation that is stillbehind the house leads her to believe there wasa small, lean-to kitchen in the backyard,

a common practice with well-to-do familiesduring that era, and a staircase located off thecurrent kitchen was probably for domestic help.

The home also has an attic, accessible by aregular staircase: afea ture that is veryrare in newer homes.The front porch,Martin said, wasprobably added afterthe house was movedand a plaque affixed tothe house attests to itshistorical significance.

EichlayEngineering, thePittsburgh company that

PMt. Lebanon Physician Moved His House

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moved the house from Cedar Boulevard to Kenmont Avenue, was famous at the time for moving structures of all types and sizes, such as churches, bridges and houses. The founder said it was less expensive to move a structure than it was to demolish an old one to build a new one.

Martin speculates that the McCormicks moved the home to KenmontAvenue because there was more space, and they probably owned theproperty that was adjacent to the home on either side.

McCormick was the son of a physician who emigrated to Pittsburghfrom Scotland. Unfortunately, he died at the young age of 45 aftercontracting typhus fever from a patient he was treating. His son, Joseph, alsobecame a physician and had a thriving practice in the Southside for decades.

Martin describes her decorating style as “eclectic funk” but said shehasn’t changed too much of the home’s look.

“I tried to respect the original integrity of the house and keep its historicvalue so I didn’t want to make too many changes,” she said.

One thing that she has kept the same are the rose bushes that are growingalong the driveway. Those bushes, she said, have lasted for two generations.and she plans to keep them thriving so that they stay around for a few more.

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Over 1,200 people recently participatedin the 2011 Mt. Lebanon Relay for Life at Mt. Lebanon High School Stadium. Votedthe 2010 Pennsylvania Rookie of the Year in2010 by the American Cancer Society, thisyear’s relay had 80 teams and raised over$209,000, which will be used for research,education, advocacy, and patient services.

Relay for Life was founded in the mid-1980s and today, 3.5 million people inthe United States and in 20 other countrieshold events to raise money. Sponsored team members take turns running or walkingaround a track at all times for 24 hoursbecause “cancer never sleeps.”

There are several ceremonies held duringthe event including a Survivor’s Lap, which recognizes cancer survivors and th eircaregivers; a Luminaria Ceremony, that isheld to remember loved ones who died fromcancer; and a Fight Back Ceremony thatallows participants to pledge to take an action – such as smoking cessation or

undergoing a cancer screening – to fight cancer.Teresa Donatelli and Brian Schieman,

volunteer co-chairmen of Mt. Lebanon’s relayevent, spent a year planning the event andsupporting the fund-raising t eams. AmericanCancer Society representative, AngelaGiacchino, and 30 active committeemembers assisted with the planning. Twohundred volunteers were also in attendanceat the event to help out.

“I am a cancer survivor and I wanted toget involved,” said Donatelli, She is also partof the 17-member team called “MakingStrides” that raised approximately$14,800.”The great thing is that every dollarthat is given goes to the American CancerSociety. Everything for the event is donatedby our sponsors who have been wonderful,”

Some of the sponsors included FHLBank, Chick-Fil-A and Bognar and Company.

Schieman said he attended a relay meeting and volunteered to be theco-chairman. His family supported

Teresa Donatelli, Relay Co-chair, Angela Giacchino, of The American Cancer Society, Brian Schieman,Relay Co-chair

Esther Vespa, Debby Larson and Cecilia Larson, Kate Scheirman of Light for the Fight

Firefighters: Robin Evans, Assistant Chief of Brentwood Fire Department; Mike Kasyan, First Assistant ofEngineering, Brentwood Fire Department; Drew Brown, Firefighter, Mt. Lebanon Fire Department

Gabrielle and Toni Schwartzmiller, Lindsay Delconte of Squid

The Harpst Family

Cordelia Menez-Johns and Family

Making Strides Team Members:Teresa Donatelli, Nancy Spangler, Amy KubisiakDawn Russ and Wil Midgley

Team Schieman Members: Brian, Collin and Maggie Schieman, Melanie Dusdal, Stephanie and Chloe Atwell, Gary and Sue Schieman, Connie and Bill Roberts


him by forming Team Schieman, a 13-member team. “My family has been affected by cancer,” he said. “I had a close uncle who

was only 43 when he died of cancer and left his young family. My grandfatheralso died of cancer. Every family is touched by cancer in some way.”

Each team represents a story of a person battling, overcoming or passing away from cancer. For example, “Squid’ is a team made up of a family who lost a husband, father and friend last December at age 52. “Squid” was the nickname of James Schwartzmiller, father of four. The 18-member team wanted to turn their tragedy into helping others by raisingfunds and awareness.

“He suffered so much during his illness,” said Toni Schwartzmiller,James’s wife, team captain and caregiver to James during the last months of

his life at home. “He had so many surgeries and was in so much pain.My wish would be a successful, early pancreatic cancer detection testbecause my husband had no early symptoms. When he finally hadsymptoms, it was too late. He would be happy that we are doing this

in his honor today. Schwartzmiller recognized and thanked the Mt. Lebanon

and St. Bernard’s communities for its support.. The American Cancer Society

Representative, Angela Giacchino, alsofeels appreciation for the Mt. Lebanon

Relay for Life.“Thank you so much to the committee

and teams,” said the American CancerSociety’s Giacchino. “The generosity amazes

me every year.” If you would like to find out more about

Mt. Lebanon Relay for Life or how to make adonation, please contact relay co-chairSchieman at [email protected].

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During the summer months, classes at The Thomas Studio areoffered in abbreviated sessions to accommodate family vacationsand other summer activities. Summer is a fantastic time tointroduce new students to dance as the stresses of school andhomework are eliminated. Dancers can concentrate on exploringtheir creativity and gaining a greater appreciation for the arts.

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he Washington Wild Things will celebrate its10th year in the Frontier League during the 2011 season.

Lauren Hindman, media relations manager for the team, said fans will see some changes whey they go to the CONSOL EnergyPark this year including some new concession and merchandisekiosks, new landscaping and field renovations, and new activities for the kids.

The one thing that won’t change, however, is the good timefamilies will have while watching one of the 48 regular seasongames.

“We like to say that we provide three hours of entertainment that is interrupted by nine innings of baseball,” she said.

As in years past, there are special promotions or themes at eachhome game, such as fireworks, family fun nights, ladies nights, and “kids eat free” nights. Above all, Hindman said, the WashingtonWild Things team continue to provide affordable family fun.

“We haven’t raised our season ticket prices in 10 years,” Hindman said. “Individual game tickets are as low as $5 so familiescan have a great time, see a ballgame, and not have to spend a lot of money.”

For a complete listing of the Wild Things 2011 schedule, visittheir website at www.washingtonwildthings.com.

2011 Washington Wild Things Home Game Schedule and PromotionsTuesday, June 7 vs. So. Illinois Miners6:35 p.m. Kids Eat Free presented byServiceLinkBark in the Park

Wednesday, June 8 vs. So. Illinois Miners6:35 p.m. Kids Eat Free presented byShearer’s Snack Foods

Thursday, June 9 vs. So. Illinois Miners6:35 p.m. Dollar Thirst-DayTheme Night Thursday: CountryNight

Friday, June 10 vs. Normal CornBelters6:35 p.m. Fireworks Friday presented byWashington Financial9 + One Night: Salute to 2002

Saturday, June 11 vs. Normal CornBelters6:35 p.m. 2011 Team Card Set GiveawayBoy Scout Night

Sunday, June 12 vs. Normal CornBelters6:35 p.m. Family Fun Day presented byChesapeake EnergyRonald McDonald House CharitiesNight

Thursday, June 16 vs. Windy City Thunderbolts6:35 p.m. Dollar Thirst-DayTheme Night Thursday: St. Patrick’s Day in June

Friday, June 17 vs. Windy City Thunderbolts6:35 p.m. Fireworks Friday presented byWashington Financial

Saturday, June 18 vs. Windy City Thunderbolts6:35 p.m.Baseball Giveaway presented byServiceLink

Wednesday, June 22 vs. Rockford RiverHawks6:35 p.m. Kids Eat Free presented by Shearer’sSnack Foods

Thursday, June 23 vs. Rockford RiverHawks6:35 p.m. Dollar Thirst-DayTheme Night Thursday: NASCARNight

Friday, June 24 vs. Rockford RiverHawks6:35 p.m. Fireworks Friday presented byWashington Financial

Saturday, June 25 vs. Traverse City Beach Bums6:35 p.m. Giveaway To Be Announced

Sunday, June 26 vs. Traverse City Beach Bums6:35 p.m.Family Fun Day presented byChesapeake Energy

Monday, June 27 vs. Traverse City Beach Bums11:05 a.m. Camp Day

Wednesday, June 29 vs. River City Rascals6:35 p.m. Kids Eat Free presented by Shearer’sSnack FoodsPiggy Bank Giveaway presented byCONSOL Energy

Thursday, June 30 vs. River City Rascals6:35 p.m.Dollar Thirst-DayTheme Night Thursday: SocialNetwork Night presented byCONSOL Energy Every Game

Friday, July 1 vs. River City Rascals6:35 p.m.Fireworks Friday presented byPennsylvania Lottery

Friday, July 8 vs. Gateway Grizzlies6:35 p.m. Fireworks Friday presented byWashington FinancialWild Things Hall of Fame Exhibit

Saturday, July 9 vs. Gateway Grizzlies6:35 p.m.Giveaway To Be AnnouncedWild Things Hall of Fame Exhibit

Sunday, July 10 vs. Gateway Grizzlies6:35 p.m. Family Fun Day presented byChesapeake EnergyHealth Care Night presented byMatis Baum O’Connor9 + One Day: Wild Things Hall ofFame Exhibit

Friday, July 15 vs. Lake Erie Crushers6:35 p.m. Fireworks Friday presented byWashington Financial

Saturday, July 16 vs. Lake Erie Crushers6:35 p.m. All-Decade Team Appearance &Card Set Giveaway

Sunday, July 17 vs. Lake Erie Crushers6:35 p.m.Family Fun Day presented byChesapeake EnergyChristmas in July

Sunday, July 24 vs. Lake Erie Crushers 6:35 p.m. Family Fun Day presented byChesapeake EnergyMonday, July 25 vs. Lake Erie Crushers6:35 p.m. Ladies Night

Tuesday, July 26 vs. Lake Erie Crushers11:05 a.m. Camp Day

Wednesday, July 27 vs. Rockford RiverHawks6:35 p.m. Kids Eat Free presented by Shearer’sSnack Foods

Thursday, July 28 vs. Rockford RiverHawks6:35 p.m. Dollar Thirst-DayTheme Night Thursday: Hamburgerin Paradise

Friday, July 29 vs. Rockford RiverHawks6:35 p.m. Fireworks Friday presented byWashington Financial

Tuesday, August 2 vs. Evansville Otters6:35 p.m. Kids Eat Free presented byServiceLink

Wednesday, August 3 vs. Evansville Otters6:35 p.m.Kids Eat Free presented by Shearer’sSnack FoodsCow Baseball Giveaway presentedby Mid-Atlantic Dairy Association

Thursday, August 4 vs. Evansville Otters6:35 p.m. Dollar Thirst-DayTheme Night Thursday: Smurf Night

Friday, August 12 vs. Florence Freedom6:35 p.m.Fireworks Friday presented byWashington Halloween Night

Saturday, August 13 vs. Florence Freedom6:35 p.m. T-Shirt Giveaway presented byNorthwood Realty

Sunday, August 14 vs. Florence Freedom6:35 p.m. Family Fun Day presented byChesapeake EnergyWedding Night

Tuesday, August 16 vs. Joliet Slammers6:35 p.m. Kids Eat Free presented byServiceLink

Wednesday, August 17 vs. Joliet Slammers6:35 p.m. Kids Eat Free presented by Shearer’sSnack Foods

Thursday, August 18 vs. Joliet Slammers6:35 p.m. Dollar Thirst-DayTheme Night Thursday: RobertoClemente Night

Friday, August 26 vs. Joliet Slammers6:35 p.m. Fireworks Friday presented byWashington Financial

Saturday, August 27 vs. Joliet Slammers6:35 p.m.Wild Thing Garden Gnome Giveawaypresented by CONSOL Energy

Sunday, August 28 vs. Joliet Slammers6:35 p.m.Family Fun Day presented byChesapeake EnergyFan Appreciation Day

Non-Game Days:Monday-Friday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.Saturday: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. (in-season only)Sunday: Closed


2011 Box Office Hours:Tickets also can be purchased by phone at 724.250.9555 or online at www.washingtonwildthings.com

Game Days: 10 a.m. to end of game


And it’s that mission that’s the drivingforce behind an effort to start a MiracleLeague Field in the South Hills. MiracleLeague Fields are specially-designed ball fields and programs that allowchildren with special needs to play“America’s game.”

The drive to open the South Hills’ onlyMiracle League Field is being led byCasey’s Clubhouse, a nonprofit groupfounded by former major league ballplayer and Upper St. Clair native, SeanCasey, and his wife, Mandi.

“The game of baseball has given ourfamily so many gifts, memories andimportant lessons,” the Casey’s haveposted on their website,www.caseysclubhouse.org. “We arecommitted to making sure every childhas the opportunity to experience thethrill of playing the game we love.”

Casey said there are over 90,000children in southwestern Pennsylvaniawith special needs and while there is aMiracle League Field in Cranberry, it onlyserves a portion of the children fromsouthwestern Pennsylvania.

The 240 Miracle League Fields across the United States have acushioned, rubberized surface to helpprevent injuries, have wheelchair andhandicapped-accessible dugouts, and have flat surfaces that allowwheelchair-bound and visually-impairedchildren to round the bases without any obstructions.

“Having a Miracle League Field in theSouth Hills is perfect for those familieswho don’t have the ability to go toCranberry with their children to playball,” he said. “Even though the field willtechnically be in Upper St. Clair, kids andtheir families from all over the South Hills

and the Pittsburgh area can takeadvantage of it.”

Dave Hall, of Upper St. Clair, and hisfamily agree that such as venue isneeded in the South Hills and they havebecome big supporters of Casey’sClubhouse.

Hall’s 9-year-old son, Buddy, is aspecial needs child with Down’sSyndrome and the family has beentraveling to the Cranberry field for thelast couple of years so that Buddy couldplay baseball.

“When we go to Cranberry to playball, it’s almost like it’s a special eventand Buddy’s activity has always beensegregated from his sisters’ activitieswhich are all concentrated in the SouthHills,” Hall said. “Having a Miracle LeagueField here will bring a sense of normalcynot only into his life but into his sisters’lives as well.”

Buddy’s extended family of aunts,uncles and cousins also will find in moreconvenient to stay in the South Hills andcan attend more of his games, Hall said.He believes in the project so much thathe now serves as treasurer on the Casey’sClubhouse Board of Directors.

Ground will be broken for the ballfield in June at the the USC RecreationCenter at the corner of Boyce andMayview Roads, and Casey said theyshould be ready to “play ball” byspring of 2012. Almostthree-quarters of the $1million dollars needed forthe field has been raised.

Casey was involvedwith building MiracleLeague Fields inCincinnati and Detroitduring his ball-playingdays, and said watchingthe children play ball is anamazing experience. He saidhe hopes that South Hills’residents will come tosome of thegames to seehow happy

and excited the kids are while they areplaying.

“It is so awesome for the kids and fortheir parents sitting in the stands,” hesaid. “And the volunteers love it as well.”

One of the more successfulfundraisers was held at St. Clair CountryClub in March when $250,000 was raisedin a single evening. In addition to playingcasino games, attendees were able to bidon 140 items in the silent auction, whichincluded special ice time with currentPenguin players and an all-inclusivevacation for two.

The rules for each Miracle LeagueField are easy to follow:

• Every player bats once each inning.• All players are safe on the bases.• Every player scores a run before the

inning is over (last one up gets a home run).

• Community children and volunteers serve as “buddies” to assist the players.

• Each team and each player wins everygame.

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Buddy Hall left and his first hit,above.


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Casey is a 1992 graduate ofUpper St. Clair High School andattended the University ofRichmond. The three-time All-Star played first base for theCleveland Indians, CincinnatiReds, Detroit Tigers, PittsburghPirates, and Boston Red Sox priorto retiring in 2009. When he’s notbusy running after his fourchildren – ages one through nine– he is volunteering his time witha charity or working as a studioanalyst for the MLB Network.

In addition to his Casey’sClubhouse, Casey is involvedwith Make-A-Wish Foundationand Big Brothers Big Sisters.

Nicknamed the “mayor” becauseof his propensity to talk to everyopposing player who reachedfirst base, Sean’s fellow MLBplayers named him the“friendliest player in baseball,” in2007, and he was a two-timenominee for the Sporting News’“Good Guys” Award.

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Mike Embrescia, formerly of Pittsburgh’sGreen Building Alliance, is proud of the early responses to Class-G®. “We see all of the positive ways in which Class-G® willcomplement the LEED certification, going‘green beyond the building’ throughimplementation of sustainable buildingoperations and practices,” Embresciaexplained. “This certification was created byreal estate professionals, and we anticipate anenthusiastic welcome into the marketplace, asa streamlined, cost-effective greencertification process. Our goal was to create acertification process that is simple, achievable& affordable for all property owners andbuilding tenants.”

Class-G will bring green building productsand standards to the wider commercial realestate marketplace that Burns & Scalo haslong been utilizing in their own buildings:paints and sealants containing low- or no-VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds),environmentally friendly coatings andadhesives, and carpets that contain recycledmaterials. Providing employees with well-lit,comfortable and efficient workspaces ispossible through daylight harvesting, upgradesto more energy-efficient lighting, andindividually-controlled HVAC systems toensure thermal comfort.

“Class-G® is meant to recognize thosestakeholders who implement sustainabilitymeasures – those who follow best practices tomake positive improvements not only withintheir building, but within their corporate

culture. We see a real need for this type ofsustainability certification, and the market isripe for it,” said Embrescia. Class-G® officiallylaunched on April 20th, and Embrescia fieldsdaily requests daily to bring the Class-G®certification program to buildings anddevelopments throughout the region.

Kelley Hoover, who directs all leasing andbrokerage activities for Burns & Scalo’sBursca Business Park, is excited about theintegration of Class-G® standards to meet hertenants’ needs for green space and better,healthier, and more energy-efficientworkplace environments. “This certificationsystem empowers tenants to choose the levelof green that they wish to pursue to meet theirindividual corporate sustainability goals,”Hoover acknowledged. “And we arecommitted to helping our tenants reach thosegoals. Burns & Scalo provides, at a minimum,a two-can recycling program for all ourproperties. We also instituted daytimecleaning, which eliminates the need for extralighting, heating or air conditioning at night.”

“We promote the use of green cleaningproducts, and ensure that our spaces aresmoke-free environments as well,” she said.“In each of the suites, tenants control theirown heating and air conditioning. We’ve alsoadded newly-modified, insulated roofs to ourbuildings that should limit heat loss andprovide a more energy-efficient and

comfortable workplace. We want our tenantsto be happy and healthy within their spaces,and have also added outdoor green spaceswith amenities for tenants to enjoy.”

Green building development is now morecost-effective than ever before, Embrescianotes. ”As consumer demand for numeroussustainable alternatives to traditional buildingproducts increases, green building productsare coming down in price and theirprominence on store shelves is increasing.Check your local big box store, and you willbe amazed to find a wide selection - and parity in pricing - relative to conventionalbuilding materials.”

“Developing and maintaining real estate ina green and sustainable way are not merelyfads, but are proven industry best practices forensuring long-term return on investment.Implementation of many of the simplesustainability practices identified in our Class-G® matrix adds no capital cost,” he said.“Education and culture change areparamount to practicing ‘green’, and we areproud to be a part of advancing sustainability.”

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When you think of someone who has su,ered a stroke, commonimages arise: paralysis on one side of the body and di/culty withspeech and coordination. While stroke can occur at any age,most people associate strokes with older people.

So if you’re an athletic 24-year-old with no history of brain injury, on the beach at Ocean City, Maryland during the Fourth of July holiday with stroke-like symptoms, denial is a natural response.

And for Ashly Hunt, she denied her symptoms until the moment she was loaded into a helicopter.

“I remember thinking I wanted water. I am a huge runner. I ran before this and thought I was dehydrated,” she said. “It literally took the life-flight to believe that I wasn’t dehydrated.When it’s happening to you you’re not thinking the worst.”

Within a matter of hours, what she thought was a simpleheadache evolved and robbed her of her sight and ability tospeak. She also had trouble moving her arms and hands. Emergency responders decided to life-flight her to the nearesthospital in Baltimore, where she was diagnosed with a brainstem hemorrhage. Blood from the hemorrhage was pooling in an area that connects her brain to her spinal cord, causing her tolose movement on her right side, and creating a major dilemmafor the neurosurgeons because they believed the site was toorisky to treat with surgery.

Soon after the diagnosis, Ashly entered a rehabilitation program in her hometown of Johnstown, Pa., to help her regain movement of the extremities that were a,ected by thehemorrhage. However, after several weeks in rehabilitation andslight improvements in her vision and speech, Ashly’s overallcondition began to worsen. Ashly still maintained her hearing,but what she heard going on around her, she didn’t like. Until she met Robert Friedlander, MD, at UPMC.

UPMC neurosurgery patient making strides after su&ering a near fatal brain hemorrhage.

Robert Friedlander, MD, left, and Michael Horowitz, MD, discusstreatment options with a patient who has an unruptured aneurysm.

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Dr. Friedlander was called after Ashly’s family doctor consultedwith a neurosurgeon at The Johns Hopkins University, who recommended that Dr. Friedlander manage this complex situation.Within four hours of the initial consultation, Ashly was in an ambulance headed for Pittsburgh where, she said, she met thedoctor who made all the di,erence.

“I couldn’t speak and had a hard time seeing, but my brain was processing everything. All of the other doctors were talkingabove me and not looking at me, not doing anything with me even though I understood them all,” she said. “Until I went to Dr. Friedlander and he worked with me through my condition togive him the answers he needed. He never came o, as pompous.He’s the most caring person I’ve dealt with to this day.”

Ashly’s hemorrhage was caused by an underlying conditioncalled a cavernous malformation, which is an abnormal, berry-likepatch of blood vessels located inside her brain stem. Because thebrain stem is deeply situated within the base of the brain and controls important functions such as movement, sensation,breathing, and instructing the heart to beat, surgery to remove the malformation was extremely risky. However, if left untreated,the malformed vessels could again bleed and result in additionalcritical neurologic damage or even death.

Dr. Friedlander and the neurosurgeons at UPMC faced the challenging task of removing the malformation without causingfurther complications. Using advanced brain imaging technologyknown as High Definition Fiber Tracking, pioneered at the University of Pittsburgh, Dr. Friedlander was able to view the detailed wiring of Ashly’s brain fibers to determine the best way to execute the surgery with as little damage to her brain as possible. In order to obtain appropriate access to the brainstem, Dr. Friedlander turned to Dr. Barry Hirsch, a skull base ENT surgeon at UPMC. Using a special microscope and imageguidance device, Dr. Friedlander approached the brain stem andwas able to completely remove the cavernous malformation.

After surgery, Ashly’s vision and speech began to improve. She also could move her right hand, which had been paralyzed.She improved daily, making strides with her balance, speech,movements, and other functions, and credits her improvement to her strict discipline in following her doctors’ recommendationsand her physical therapy program.

“If I could say one thing to inspire anyone going through this it’s that you can’t just sit there. It becomes your job,” she said. “I’ve seen a lot of people who have had strokes. You can’t just sitdown and think you’ll get better. You have to follow the therapyand give your body time.”

While she’s been living with her parents in Johnstown duringher recovery, Ashly is looking forward to getting back to her life in Baltimore.

“I’m pretty close to 100 percent now. My hand and foot are the last things I’m waiting for to come back,” she said. “I’m writing again. It’s like a 3-year-old, but I am. I’m going to be 100 percent.”

Her road to recovery has been long. Approaching the anniversary of her ordeal, she and her family are thankful to Dr. Friedlander and everyone on the UPMC sta, who helped her through this challenging time. She maintains a blog atashlystatus.com, where family and friends post updates on her condition.

“I’ll never forget, Dr. Friedlander said to me, ‘We’re a team. I’ll do my part as long as you do yours,’” she said. “That’s big in my mind. That made an impact.”

For more information, please call the UPMC Department of Neurological Surgery at 1-866-979-1336 or visit UPMC.com/nv.

This patient’s treatment and results may not be representative of all similar cases.

From left to right, Brian Jankowitz, MD, Paul Gardner, MD, Daniel Wecht, MD, and L. Dade Lunsford, MD, discuss a complex neurovascular case.

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When Bill Wessner, Jr., was in high school, in the 60’s, Metro Heating and Cooling was already installing air conditioning in homes with radiators,and he was helping the family heating and air conditioning business grow.Back then, they carried lists of names of customers who benefited from theirwork for new customers to call for references. Today, those lists are nowswaths of zip codes, and Metro is known as one of the region’s top specialistsin the field. Part of that popularity comes from the fact that Metro canretrofit your home with an air conditioning unit even if it has radiator heatingsystem in place.

“It’s not a new concept, but it’s a concept that homeowners stumble overfor several reasons,” Wessner explained. “First, they think it can’t be done. Ifthey do think it can be done, they think it’s going to cost them a fortune.Lastly they assume doing it will trash their house. All three of those areincorrect. I’m here to tell people that it can be done, neatly and cleanly, andit’s not expensive as they may think.”

Installing whole house air conditioning in homes with radiator heatentails working from the top down with an air distribution syst em. Thesesystems give the homeowners the advantage of having all floors of their homecooled to the same temperature, something that can’t be achieved withconventional systems.

“We never take out the existing heating systems, because radiator heat isso comfortable,” Wessner said.

Because of the age of homes in the Pittsburgh area, Wessner said theretrofits have been extremely popular in areas such as Mt . Lebanon,Dormont, Point Breeze, Squirrel Hill, and Sewickley.

“We’ve done more than 1,000 of these in the last 15 years or so,” he said.“We get letters all the time on how neat and clean our employees are andhave a stellar rating on Angie’s List. Anyone who wants to look us up can seeour reviews there.”

Most of Metro’s systems carry a 10 year parts and labor warranty, andMetro guarantees satisfaction with every job. Metro also installs air cleanerson their systems for indoor air quality, which cuts down on allergens in theair such as dust and pollen.

They also install a lot of high-efficiency boilers for existing radiatorsystems, which can save homeowners a lot of money in the long run.

“Most hot water heating system are running around 60 percentefficiency,” Wessner said. “The ones we install now are 95 percent efficientand there is a Federal tax credit that goes with that right now.”

While the products and technology have changed from 1953, whenMetro was founded, the Wessners and their staff attend regular training and

workshops to maintain an up-to-date knowledge of their industry. TheWessners are active in the Air Conditioning Contractors of America(ACCA), where Bill Jr., Bill Sr., and Tom have served as president.

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This Industry Insight was written by Jeff Morris, owner and CEO ofCase Handyman & Remodeling, located at 2335 Washington Rd. inCanonsburg, PA. Case offers a variety of home repair services, fromfull-house remodeling to simple handyman jobs. For moreinformation, visit www.caseremodeling.com or call 724.745.9888.

ProvideNatural Light, Panoramic Views, and Yearlong EnjoymentHomeowners dream of having more livable space in their existing homes. Sunrooms are a reemerging trend because they provide a year-round, multi-functional area with more natural light, good views, and an abundance of livable space without sacrificing comfort.

As homeowners remodel, they are constantly exploring ways to get the most out of their space by designing rooms with a purpose in mind. Sunrooms offer immediate value as practical year-round spaces. They allow more natural light into the house and mix the outdoors with indoor living space.

The sunroom trend continues to rise in popularity, in part because of the new design amenities available. Skylights, arching windows, sliding doors, and high performance, climate-controlled glass creates a comfortable, light-filled area for entertaining or relaxing.

Sunrooms are no longer just glassed-in porches or decks. They haveevolved into elegant four-season rooms providing the beauty of outdoor surroundings even when the weather is too hot, too cold, or too rainy to go outside.

Wherever you live, the sunroom trend offers versatility for entertainingfamily and guests or for relaxing from the daily grind. They are also a good return on investment when it’s time to sell your home.

The year 2011 brings good news for hearing aid wearers thatneed a lot of power due to a more severe hearing loss.When new technology in hearing aids comes out, it is oftennot available in stronger power aids at the onset. Happily, Ican now report that several manufacturers have true powerhearing aids that come in the smaller cases and have muchof today’s advanced technology, including wireless that waspreviously only available in lower gain aids.

If you would like to learn more about the advances that havebeen made in hearing aids, it is recommended that you makean appointment for a hearing test. With this information, theaudiologist can discuss more thoroughly your hearing andhow today’s hearing aids may be beneficial to you.

Submitted by Dolores Y. Payne, M.A., CCC-A Audiologist – Allegheny Hearing Instruments

ne of the most exciting changes in hearing aidscontinues to be the addition of wireless capability.This feature allows the hearing aid wearer to stay

“connected” with devices that are important to his or herlifestyle. Examples of this would include staying connectedwhile using mobile phones with Bluetooth technology,watching television, or listening to music. A small remotecontrol can transform hearing aids into a rich sounding stereoheadset which allows the wearer to stream television, IPODmusic and other audio sources directly into their hearing aids.No removal of the hearing instruments is needed to enjoyspecific listening situations.

Some hearing aids can be used with a rechargeable batteryunit. This charging unit is often times beneficial for personswith limited vision and/or dexterity problems, such as arthritis,who struggle changing small batteries.




If you’re doing some home remodeling,the average return on your investment for akitchen is 70 percent. But did you know thatif you add an outdoor living space feature,such as a pool or outdoor kitchen, thatfigure jumps to 130- to 200 percent?

Ben Morr, at Pool Designs and TheOutdoor Kitchen Company, said that formore than 30 years, he and his family havebeen designing, installing and maintainingcustom swimming pools, and more recently,outdoor kitchens, that can turn a boringbackyard into a luxurious wonderland.

“We do complete, custom, in-groundpools for our customers,” Morr said. “Youonly deal with us, not outside contractors.From design to construction, to service andeven weekly cleaning, we do it all.”

Pool Designs is a family business,started by owner Steve Morr, primarilyfocused on in-ground swimming pools untilcustomers began clamoring for outdoorkitchens. The company rose to thechallenge and started The Outdoor Kitchen

Company six years ago to complement its already successful pool business. The transformation of backyards intooutdoor living havens continues to stun and amaze residents.

“We do a lot with custom benches andsteps to offer a place to sitand relax in a pool, andwe’re doing a lot with waterfeatures such as waterfallsand deck jets,” Morr said.“We offer fire featuresand complete automationas well. There’s a controlfor every function of thepool from color lightshows to shuttingdown all features for theday, or programming certain features toturn on automatically whenever thecustomer wishes.” This type of control isalso a way that pools can beenvironmentally friendly. While you mightnot think it sounds like a good thing, PoolDesigns can definitely make your pool“green.” Variable speed pumps, two speedpumps, salt chlorination, and heat pumpsare just some of the products availabledesigned to make a smaller impact onMother Earth as well as your pocket book.

With The Outdoor Kitchen Company,customers can add outdoor fireplaces andpits, awnings, pergolas and full kitchens totheir backyard, making it virtually the mostlivable “room” in the house.

“We offer everything from natural gas topropane to natural lump charcoal and

infrared burners, but I would say 90 percentof our kitchens are natural gas forconvenience,” Morr said. “There are noempty propane tanks to haul around andrefill, and it’s always available on demand.”

If you’re thinking that an outdoor kitchenwould weather poorly, you’re wrong. All

outdoor kitchen appliances aremade fromsurgical-gradestainless steelmeant to be leftoutside year-round.There’s no rusting,and they carrylifetime warranties.Other components,such as counters andsurfaces can beconstructed from

granite or tile. The sides of the islands aretypically constructed of stone, stucco orbricks. The limit is the imagination of thecustomer.

Morr said that homeowners typicallydon’t have to worry about their yards beingtoo small for a little splash of luxury, either.

“There’s no acreage issue, we can makeany size and any shape of pool,” he said.“Certain smaller yards in communitieswhere the homes are close together maypresent challenges, but we can make acustom pool work in virtually any situation.”

For more information about Pool Designsand The Outdoor Kitchen Company, call724.941.6882 or go to www.pooldesigns.net or www.theoutdoorkitchencompany.net.


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If you’re like most people, you don’t have the time and expertiseto create, monitor and adjust your investment strategy by yourself, so you’ll need to get some help. But how can you choosea financial professional who is right for you?

You’ll need to do some research, possibly by interviewing a fewcandidates. Here are a few questions you may want to ask:

Do you have experience working with people like me? Ideally,you’d like to work with someone who has experience in helpingpeople like you – that is, people with similar income and asset levels, family situations, goals and so on. The more familiar afinancial professional is with people like you, the better that personwill be at helping you identify the appropriate investment moves. Do you have a particular investment philosophy? Look forsomeone with a thoughtful, reasoned philosophy on investing. Asa general rule, be suspicious of anyone promising you big, quickgains. The best financial professionals seek to help their clientsachieve positive long-term results through disciplined, persistentand sensible investment moves. How often will you communicate with me? If you’re going toentrust your hard-earned financial resources with someone, you’ll

want that person to communicate with you regularly as to howyou’re doing and what changes you may need to make. How oftenwill you receive investment statements? How many times a yearwill you meet to review your progress? Can you have face-to-faceconsultations whenever you need them? These are the types ofquestions you’ll want to ask any prospective financial advisor. Will you be my primary contact? If you seek a one-on-one relationship with a financial professional, you’ll want that person to be your main contact, if notyour exclusive one. You deserve the attention and expertise of afinancial professional, so if you’re interviewing someone who seemsas if he or she might try to "pass you along" to subordinates in theoffice, keep looking. What services do you offer? If you want your financialprofessional to help you create a unified investment strategy,you’ll also want that person to help you implement it – whichmeans he or she needs access to a full range of investment andmoney management products and services. How are you paid? Financial professionals are compensated inany of a number of ways. They may work on a fee-only basis, withthe fee either agreed upon in advance or based on the level ofassets under management. And some financial professionals workin a combined fee-and-commission arrangement. From aninvestor’s point of view, one method of compensation may not be“better” than the others; nonetheless, it’s important for you to fullyunderstand how your financial advisor will be paid.

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This article was written by Edward Jones foruse by your local EdwardJones Financial Advisor.


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It happens to all of us – we stare at a wall of paint chipstrying to remember what color our sofa is, or if the lights inour living room are incandescent or compact fluorescent.

Thanks to PPG’s Dealer Designer Referral Program, you canleave the store with the one tool that you need the most – aprofessional Interior Designer.

“We launched this program where designers get referralsdirectly from the paint store. A customer comes into thestore and is either looking for paint, or browsing for color,”said Steve Shorthouse, Voice of Color Marketing Managerfor PPG Pittsburgh Paints. “They’re someone who could useprofessional help in their home for color consultation. PPGteamed up with local, experienced designers and the paintstores. We provide the stores with a prescreened group ofdesigners who can be tapped for consultation through ourdedicated website: www.myvoiceofcolor.com/pittsburgh.”

At the site, customers can preview the portfolios of 15different Interior Designers to see whose work most reflectsthe customer’s style and personality. The customer canschedule an appointment right there with the designer theypick. They pay the designer a flat rate of $75 for a one hoursession. In return, they get an hour of solid design advice at agreatly discounted rate, and a voucher for $50 off PPGPittsburgh Paints.

“The best part about this is that designers typically chargebetween $75 and $200 an hour. This is a great deal,”Shorthouse said. “The homeowner gets the help they needquickly and at a great price.”

The program was originally a pilot program in Pittsburgh,but this March, recently rolled out to three other cities on thewest coast. Shorthouse said that within the first year,customers scheduled 260 design consultations in thePittsburgh market alone.

Shorthouse also suggested that customers visit PPG’swww.voiceofcolor.com and enter the PPG Pittsburgh Paintssection of the site to play the fun and informative ColorSense Game 2.0 that will allow them to answer a series ofquestions to come up with a custom palette of colors thatmatch their personalities and demeanor.

“We encourage homeowners to play the game and findout what their personal color scheme is prior to meeting withthe designer,” Shorthouse said. “By answering the questions,they can easily get color selections that are right for them andare unique PPG Pittsburgh Paints offerings.”

Westmoreland Supply Paint and Decorating Centers has12 convenient locations to serve you no matter where youlive in the Pittsburgh region. To find the WestmorelandSupply Paint and Decorating Center nearest you, go towww.westmorelandsupply.com.


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This isn’t your father’s Cain’s Saloon andRestaurant anymore.When Cain’s originally opened its doors in

Dormont in 1982, you were more apt to findcollege students drinking in the bar, shootingdarts and listening to loud music. Today’s Cain’sis more about families, young couples andworking people looking for a fresh, homemademeal at a reasonable price. Having 18 largescreen, HDTVs doesn’t hurt either!Cain’s Saloon and Restaurant, located at 3239 West Liberty Avenue,

was purchased by Joey DeMarco two years ago. As a young man, hevisited the original Cain’s often and said he has some great memories ofthe place. After purchasing the restaurant, DeMarco virtually renovated the

entire place – including a new kitchen, dining room, bathrooms and bar.The second floor will be renovated next year to include an outdoor patioand space for entertainment, such as a band or karaoke machine,depending on what the customers would like to see.Cain’s employs two full-time chefs that make all of the menu items

from scratch. Soups, chili, sauces and other items are made fresh daily.

Even DeMarco’s mother gets in on the actionby adding special ingredients to recipes andmaking a delicious German potato salad.

Cain’s has a wide range of menu optionsavailable including appetizers, steak, seafood,chicken, sandwiches, salads, and hamburgers.There’s also a full kids menu and daily dessertspecials. The fish sandwich – called the“codfather” – was recently named the best fish

sandwich in Pittsburgh by the readers of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. Not only can customers order off the menu any day of the week but

Cain’s also offers daily dining specials such as: • Monday – All you can eat crab legs for $25 per person • Tuesday – Taco Tuesdays featuring $1 tacos and other Tex-Mex specials

• Wednesday – 25 cent wing night• Thursday – Prime rib dinner for $12.99 • Friday – Half-price appetizers and drink specials during happy hour, 5-7 p.m.

• Saturday – Seafood and steak specials • Sunday – All-day peel and eat shrimp specialsCain’s offers express lunches for $4.99 on the weekdays for those

customers looking for a quick but quality lunch. The “pick-two” itemsavailable with the express lunch include half of a sandwich withhomemade soups, chili or various salads.DeMarco said the express lunches are very popular with the

employees from nearby businesses along West Liberty Avenue. New to Cain’s menu is breakfast, which is served on Saturday and

Sunday mornings and include a variety of omelets and other egg dishes,griddle items such as pancakes, waffles, and french toast, breakfastquesadillas and burritos, and plenty of meat, bread and potato sides.The breakfast specialty, however, is the Bloody Mary bar, which is

available on Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Various vodkas,bloody mary mixes, juices, and spices are all available and customerscan make their own or give their special order to the bartender.“The breakfast menu, and especially the Bloody Mary bar, goes over

very well on Steeler Sundays,” DeMarco said.Customers who go to Cain’s to watch a Steeler game – or any other

sporting event – not only have 18 different TVs but 33 different kinds ofcraft-microbrews on tap and over 50 brands of bottled of beer to choosefrom. In fact, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette named Cain’s the best place towatch a sporting event in the South Hills. Next time you’re in the Dormont – Mt. Lebanon area, check out

Cain’s for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Or better yet, make a special trip tothe eatery and bon appétite!

Cain’s Saloon and Restaurant3239 West Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15216

412.561.7444www.cainssaloon.com

Hours: Monday through Friday: 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. (kitchen open until 1 a.m.); Saturday and Sunday: 8 a.m. to 1 a.m.


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