Please join us on Monday, March 27, at 7:30, at Ann Marie Pirnat’s home (2150 Meadowmont Dr) for March’s book club meeting to discuss Martha Hall Kelly’s novel Lilac Girls. Even if (or perhaps especially if) the last thing you read was Good Night, Moon, please come for the laughter, food and drinks. I know this has been written often, but if you don’t have time to read the book please come anyway. Reading the book may be an easy way to create a common connection, but forming friendships certainly doesn’t involve required reading.
Couples event: Church Brew Works
Saturday, March 18, 6 p.m.
Church Brew Works
Pittsburgh Brewery & Restaurant in an Historic Church
3525 Liberty Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15201
Here’s the story… none of the local brewpubs will take reservations but one: Church Brew Works, which is a very cool old Catholic church built in 1902 restored and repurposed as a restaurant and brewpub. Check it out!
We can visit, look around and have a drink before it gets crowded. Hope you and your honey can make it!
Ladies’ Night Out March: Game Night
March is time for games! Tuesday March 21st is game night! We’ll play any game you want! They’ll be cards, board games, even Cards Against Humanity if you’re feeling brave! We’ll meet at Sydna Burns’s home (2290 Cremona Drive) at 7 p.m.
Member profile: Megan Tenney
Why did you want to join the USC Newcomers’ Club?
Well, we don’t know anyone here, and I work from home, so after one too many (decidedly one-sided) conversations with my dog, I figured I should probably try and make some friends.
Where did you recently move from?
We moved here from Connecticut.
Where did you grow up?
I grew up in Washington, DC. My husband Ric and I met in DC and moved to Connecticut ten years ago for his job.
Where did you go to college and what did you study?
I went to the University of Wisconsin for undergrad and majored in Political Science and French. Then, (reference aforementioned majors and chances of related employment) I went to law school at GW.
What do you do for your day job?
I work remotely for a Hartford-based law firm as the Director of Legal Recruiting.
Do you have any kids? If so what are their names and ages?
I have ten-year-old boy/girl twins – Lauren and JD.
What do you like to do for fun?
I like to read, cook, go out to restaurants, travel, and spend time with my family (not necessarily in that order…)
What books on your shelf are begging to be read?
I read a lot, so there’s rarely something I’m waiting to read. I am currently re-reading All the Light We Cannot See – I forgot how good of a book that is.
What’s the biggest goal you are working on now?
Obtaining tickets to Hamilton. I am obsessed with the cast recording and am dying to see it live.
What upcoming Newcomers’ event are you looking forward to attending?I am definitely looking forward to book club and bunco.
What other things do you want your fellow newcomers to know about yourself?To those of you who read all this way, I thank you. We didn’t really know much about Pittsburgh when we moved here, and we look forward to getting to know the area better.
Bunco Night
The Newcomers are building a bunco group. We will meet once a month on the first Wednesday of the month in a round robin host.
Our first game will be Wednesday, March 1, at 7 p.m. at Eva Yager’s home (149 Warwick Drive). Bring a snack to share and $5 so we can offer cash prizes to four lucky winners! If you can’t make it every time, we can use subs from time to time. No experience required! We will explain the rules each time. Just a fun, get-to-know you type of dice game for ladies only. You’ll be glad you came!
Ladies Night Out February: Princess Lanes
Let’s hit the lanes like the princesses we are! It’s a bowling night at Princess Lanes Friday February 3rd. Bowling lanes should begin to be open at 9:30pm, so let’s get a later dinner first too! Let’s meet for dinner at Armstrong’s at 7pm at 5299 Grove Rd, Pittsburgh, 15236. Then we’ll get a few lanes at Princess Lanes at 540 Weyman Rd, Pittsburgh, 15236. See you there – no matching shirts required!
February Book Club: Beautiful Ruins
Please join us on Tuesday, February 21, at 7:30, at Erin Urban’s home (2663 Monterey Dr) for February’s book club meeting to discuss Jess Walter’s novel Beautiful Ruins. Even if (or perhaps especially if) the last thing you read was Good Night, Moon, please come for the laughter, food and drinks. I know this has been written often, but if you don’t have time to read the book please come anyway. Reading the book may be an easy way to create a common connection, but forming friendships certainly doesn’t involve required reading.
Family Event @ Pizzaz Pizza
No idea what to cook for dinner? No problem! We’ve taken care of planning dinner for you and the family!
Family dinner at Pizzaz Italian Restaurant on Thursday, February 23, at 6:00 pm. There’s plenty of room for us to spread out, catch up with friends, and of course, eat some delicious food.
We’ve reserved space for us to eat dinner together, and just need to know how many to plan for. Families are responsible for their dinner charges.
Pizzaz Italian Restaurant (“Pizzaz Pizza”)
2850 Washington Rd, McMurray, PA 15317 (near Giant Eagle Express)
Member profile: Cristie Gabuzda
Why did you want to join the USC Newcomers’ Club?
To meet families with kids who will be in school with my kids.
Where did you recently move from?
Most recently, McDonald, PA. Before that we were in North Jersey and Atlanta, GA.
Where did you grow up
Pittsburgh!
Where did you go to college and what did you study?
The University of Pittsburgh. I have a degree in Business Management with a focus in Accounting.
What do you do for your day job?
I’m a stay-at-home parent for now.
Do you have any kids? If so what are their names and ages?
A whole brood.
Lillian, 6
Miles, 4.5
Eleanor, 3
Elias, 14 months
What do you like to do for fun?
Sleep?
What books on your shelf are begging to be read?
I would love to finish American Cake: From Colonial Gingerbread to Classic Layer, the Stories and Recipes Behind More Than 125 of Our Best-Loved Cakes by Anne Byrn. It’s fascinating, but I keep pushing it aside.
What’s the biggest goal you are working on now?
Training for my first half marathon, making kombucha that isn’t disgusting and reading a new nonfiction book each month.
What upcoming Newcomers’ event are you looking forward to attending?
I wish that we were able to make it to The Escape Room. It sounds like a great time! I’m looking forward to book club and Bunco in the meanwhile.
What other things do you want your fellow newcomers to know about yourself?
I’m so looking forward to meeting you all!
Ladies’ Day Out February: Sarris Candies
2/10/17, 10:30 a.m.
Sarris Candy ice cream store
Meet up for ice cream and shop for some valentines candy. Maybe lunch afterwards – somewhere local?
Kids are welcome!