Please click the link to join the zoom call for the drawing. We can stay and chat for a bit as well. https://us05web.zoom.us/j/2367573652?pwd=eGJHemt0eWl0cDFMN1JSdk5iMGNTQT09

Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium Sweepstakes

USCNC will give away one family membership for the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium to a qualifying Newcomer member. The drawing will be broadcasted live via zoom on March 25^th of 2021 from 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm(EST).

Qualifications:

1. Contestant must enter their name into the drawing by RSVPing to this post before March 20^th, 2021.
2. Contestant must be currently registered as a member of the USCNC by March 20^th, 2021.
3. Contestant must have attended an USCNC event between December 1^st 2020 and March 20^th 2021.

Q&A:

How much does a membership cost?

A family membership to the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium is $125.

How does the winner activate their membership?

The gift membership is purchased as a blank certificate. After drawing the name, we will fill out the certificate with the winner’s information before presenting them with it. The recipient’s membership does not become active until the day they redeem their certificate. Their Membership will be valid for one full year from the date of redemption. This allows the gift recipient to decide when they would like to begin their year-long Membership.

Do existing USCNC members qualify for the drawing or is this only available to new members?

All registered members (both existing and new) of the USCNC will qualify to enter the sweepstakes provided they meet the criteria.

Does the contestant have to attend the live drawing to accept the certificate?

While attendance to the giveaway event will be highly encouraged it will not be a requirement. Though it should be noted that attendance to a previous event is a firm requirement.

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How can I officially submit my name into the drawing for this prize?
To submit your name please RSVP ‘yes’ to the event on the USC Newcomers website. Even if you do not attend the zoom event, you must still submit an RSVP so the organizers can include your name in the raffle drawing.

Does the contestant have to attend the live drawing to accept the certificate?

While you must RSVP yes to the event, it should be noted that attendance to the giveaway event will be highly encouraged but it will not be a requirement. However, attendance to a previous event is a firm requirement.

For more information pertaining to the zoo gift membership please visit their membership website.

Hello ladies!  Preschool and kindergarten registration are just around the corner.  Many mamas/caregivers typically would gather most of their information from casual discussions at play groups, etc… Unfortunately, these playgroups aren’t really able to happen right now.  So, I want to put together some informal, virtual events to discuss different schools/processes for registration from ladies in the group who have experience with each particular school.

1) I am first looking for VOLUNTEERS to lead a discussion for the different schools in USC area: (e.g. Kindergartens: Streams, Eisenhower, Baker; Preschools: Westminster, St Thomas More, Goddard School, Beverly Heights, St. David’s, Christ United, etc.). I’m looking for 1-2 volunteers per school.  Please let me know if you are interested by the end of January so we can start to schedule these events. 

2) If there is a particular SCHOOL you are interested in other than those listed in (1), please let me know. 

I’m hoping to start scheduling these sessions the 2nd-3rd weeks of February.  Please contact Sara Lucas (saramarc8@gmail.com) with any questions/comments/suggestions.

We encourage everyone in the community to shop and support local businesses during this crisis.

Many neighborhood restaurants have taken the necessary precautions in order to keep everyone safe and healthy.

In addition to restaurants offering delivery and curbside pickup for food, there are local shops also offering these services for items to  purchase that can make great gifts and provide entertainment while sheltering at home.

Here are some local businesses we encourage members to support. Please feel free to share  other local business in the comments on the post on our webpage or in our private Facebook group. We can get through this together while support our community and neighbors. This is also a great way for those very new newcomers to learn some of our local attractions!

• Simmons Farm has a market on route 19 across from Market District Express. They have flowers, vegetable plants, and fresh produce. You can also call or email for curbside pick up. To do so please call 724-941-1490 for farm locations and 724-941-7540 for Rt. 19 or email orders@simmonsfarm.com, or enter with a face mask
• Emma’s Market & Deli located in Pinebridge Commons across the street from the post office. Get your deli needs! Fresh sliced deli meats, cheese, prepared foods, or even milk! 412-221-2216
• The Pie Place, located on 19 and Highland, by Pier One. Order online and pickup on Wednesday from 10-2 (they are also open for order pickup on Saturdays 10-2) great if you have a birthday to celebrate and need a custom cake, or just want a sweet treat… they also make some great savory dishes
• Fired Up Pottery is owned and run by a local USC mom and has great options for online viewing, phone ordering, and curbside pickup (11a-5p). Need an activity for your kids? Maybe an idea for a Mother’s  Day gift to pass along to Dad…?  They have a great Mother’s Day gift basket featuring other local businesses, but quantities are limited! Give them a call! 724-941-0302
• Toss Pizza and Wings. Why cook? Order a pizza and some wings and support a local business that delivers to your house!
• Cucina Bella for a quarantine date night! Order a delicious meal from a local gem and either pick it up or have it delivered through Uber Eats. 412-257-5150
• Ice Cream!!! We have several options close by.
  • Graeters – 437 Mt Lebanon Boulevard – 412-668-3641
  • Scoops on Beverly – 311 Beverly Rd – 412-561-1994
  • Brusters – 4940 Library Road – 412-308-6277
• Learning Express in the Galleria – 412-341-8697 – is open and delivering. Do you need to purchase something for a child’s birthday or just need something new to occupy your own child? It is a 25$ minimum, plus a $5 delivery fee. They will leave the packages on your door and even wrap for free.

Please, as you visit these businesses, let them know that you are with the Upper St Clair Newcomers’ Club. We don’t expect anyone to follow these suggestions daily, but if you could please choose a day or two, or even create your own schedule, please help our local businesses in these hard times