Dr. Candy DeBerry, Associate Professor of Biology at Washington and Jefferson College, returns to the Peters Township Public Library to present two free programs focusing on pollination in gardening.
Programs to be offered by Dr. DeBerry include:
“Plant Sex: How The Birds and the Bees Are Responsible for One-Third of the Food You Eat (and What You Can Do to Help Them)” on Thursday, July 28 at 7 p.m. will explain what pollination is, why it is important, which animals pollinate plants, and how your garden can support pollinators. Register online to attend or at the library's circulation desk.
“Plants for the Pollinator Garden” will be offered on Thursday, August 25 at 7 p.m. What brings joy to your garden? Hummingbirds darting among the blossoms? Butterflies flittering above the flowers? The deep drone of busy bumblebees? Bumper crops of tomatoes, squash, raspberries and watermelon? The secret to obtaining all of these will be revealed in this workshop - the very best plants to grow to attract pollinators. Register online to attend or at the library's circulation desk.
These programs are sponsored by the library's GO Green Club.
"Pennsylvania's leading industry – agriculture – is dependent on the work of insects that pollinate 80 percent of the world's crops," explains Pennsylvania Secretary of Agriculture George Greig. "One-third of the food we eat is a direct result of pollination, so it is critical to remind all citizens they can and should play a role in protecting declining pollinator populations that set fruit and produce seeds for the future."
Candy DeBerry is an associate professor in the Department of Biology and faculty advisor to Phi Sigma Biological Sciences Honor Society. She is also a member of the Biochemistry Steering Committee. She regularly teaches general biology, freshman cell biology workshop, cell biology, biochemistry, biochemistry seminar, and experimental biology. Dr. DeBerry is also passionate about ecological gardening, and her property is certified as Backyard Wildlife Habitat #48,3330 by the National Wildlife Federation and listed as a Bird Habitat by the Audubon Society of Pennsylvania.
Recycle your empty ink cartridges at the library!
Did you know in North America, over 350 million cartridges are thrown out each year, and it can take as long as 450 years for a cartridge to decompose in a landfill?
Bring your empty ink jet or laser cartridges to the library and drop them in the blue and yellow Cartridge World collection box in the main lobby. The library will receive a small cash award for each name-brand cartridge that is collected. Do something good for your community and your library!
Bring your empty ink jet or laser cartridges to the library and drop them in the blue and yellow Cartridge World collection box in the main lobby. The library will receive a small cash award for each name-brand cartridge that is collected. Do something good for your community and your library!
Peters Township - We need to step-up our game!
In case you were not aware, there is a recycling competition going on in our area! Ten South Hills communities are taking part in the competition: Mt. Lebanon, Scott, Peters, Dormont, Upper St. Clair, Brentwood, Pleasant Hills, Baldwin, South Park and Jefferson Hills.
Read more about the contest in this article from the Post-Gazette!
We are looking for volunteers to help at Community Day this Saturday, June 25! We will be directing Community Day visitors to special bins that will be collecting recycleables that day and educating the community about how they can recycle materials from home everyday. Please email us if you can help for an hour or two on Saturday!
Read more about the contest in this article from the Post-Gazette!
We are looking for volunteers to help at Community Day this Saturday, June 25! We will be directing Community Day visitors to special bins that will be collecting recycleables that day and educating the community about how they can recycle materials from home everyday. Please email us if you can help for an hour or two on Saturday!
Going Solar in Peters Township
Thinking about solar panels for your home? This article from the Observer-Reporter discusses two families in Peters Township that have installed solar panels at their home and the benefits they are reaping as a result!
Hard to Recycle Collection on Saturday, June 11
In case you missed the Hard to Recycle Collection at Steel City Harley Davidson, the next Hard to Recycle collection is being held Saturday, June 11th at the parking lot of Mall at Robinson. See the attached event flyer for more details. Thanks, Jennifer, for forwarding the information to us!
Organic Lawn Care
With all the rain we have had in the area this spring, there is barely time to cut the grass! Hopefully the weather will improve soon, and we will be able to get outside to work in our yards and gardens.
The subject of organic lawn care has come up several times at our GO Green Club meetings, so I thought I would share this article from the Post-Gazette that I came across - "Lessen your carbon footprint with organic lawn care" by Mykie Reidy. It contains alot of good information about overseeding, good lawn mowing practices, and why go organic for your lawn care.
Take a look at the article now and you will be ready to "go green" when the sun shines again!
Read more: http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/11104/1139063-47.stm#ixzz1MoTFhkus
The subject of organic lawn care has come up several times at our GO Green Club meetings, so I thought I would share this article from the Post-Gazette that I came across - "Lessen your carbon footprint with organic lawn care" by Mykie Reidy. It contains alot of good information about overseeding, good lawn mowing practices, and why go organic for your lawn care.
Take a look at the article now and you will be ready to "go green" when the sun shines again!
Read more: http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/11104/1139063-47.stm#ixzz1MoTFhkus
Volunteers needed for Hard-to-Recycle Collection
Our friends at the PA Resources Council can use our help this Saturday, May 14. (They were one of the vendors at our recent Green Fair in March.) There will be a Hard-to-Recycle Collection at Steel City Harley Davidson in Washington, PA and they need volunteers. The details are below. To volunteer call Sarah Alessio Shea at PRC at 412.488.7490 ext. 236 or email at saraha@ccicenter.org
Volunteers Needed for the Saturday May 14th Hard to Recycle Collection Event at Steel City Harley Davidson in Washington, PA.
1375 Washington Road Washington, PA 15301
Here are the details:
Hard to Recycle Collection Event Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers are an essential part of each and every collection event, and volunteering is a great way to make a positive impact on the environment of Southwestern PA! At this event the public is able to bring electronic waste, tires, batteries, and more and all materials will be recycled or reused! This event is run by the PA Resources Council (PRC) with support form the Allegheny County Health Department, Colcom Foundation and many other partners!
What does a volunteer do?
As a collection volunteer, you will:
• Participate in a brief training session prior to the start of your event
• Perform tasks such as set up, directing traffic, handing out educational materials, unloading vehicles, and much more!
Volunteer shifts are as follows:
Full-day shift: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
PRC will be providing breakfast and Steel City will be grilling out and will provide lunch and refreshments for the day.
The event is Rain or Shine so please dress appropriately!
To volunteer call Sarah Alessio Shea at PRC at 412.488.7490 ext. 236 or email at saraha@ccicenter.org
Volunteers Needed for the Saturday May 14th Hard to Recycle Collection Event at Steel City Harley Davidson in Washington, PA.
1375 Washington Road Washington, PA 15301
Here are the details:
Hard to Recycle Collection Event Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers are an essential part of each and every collection event, and volunteering is a great way to make a positive impact on the environment of Southwestern PA! At this event the public is able to bring electronic waste, tires, batteries, and more and all materials will be recycled or reused! This event is run by the PA Resources Council (PRC) with support form the Allegheny County Health Department, Colcom Foundation and many other partners!
What does a volunteer do?
As a collection volunteer, you will:
• Participate in a brief training session prior to the start of your event
• Perform tasks such as set up, directing traffic, handing out educational materials, unloading vehicles, and much more!
Volunteer shifts are as follows:
Full-day shift: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
PRC will be providing breakfast and Steel City will be grilling out and will provide lunch and refreshments for the day.
The event is Rain or Shine so please dress appropriately!
To volunteer call Sarah Alessio Shea at PRC at 412.488.7490 ext. 236 or email at saraha@ccicenter.org
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