North Hills Monthly Magazine

Our pet of the week is Huck! Huck came to Animal Friends after his previous family was no longer a good fit for him. Since arriving, he has been a little shy when meeting new people but he is slowly warming up. With the help of Animal Friends’ patient staff and volunteers (and tasty treats, of course!) Huck is beginning to relax and enjoy his daily walks as well as downtime. Huck would prefer to live in a home with kids 12 years or older who are ready to give him all of the love he deserves. If Huck sounds like the missing piece to your family, come and meet him today! Visit Animal Friends at 562 Camp Horne Road or email the Adoption team at [email protected] to set up a time to visit. Animal Friends

Tucker Patsey is a 10-year-old, fourth grade student at O’Hara Elementary School in the Fox Chapel Area School District. During the pandemic, Tucker spent a lot of time painting pictures, and when a family friend saw his artwork, she suggested that he sell them. Tucker and his mom agreed, and decided to donate the money he made to charity. Read more about inspiring artist's story in our February issue! https://www.nhmmag.com//o-hara-student-raises-money-to-hel

Do you know what to do if you find a litter of kittens outside? It happens a lot during 'Kitten Season,' and Animal Friends has some advice on when you should leave them alone and when they need help! https://www.nhmmag.com/post/kitten-season-how-you-can-help

As Memorial Day approaches and the days become longer and warmer, most of us look forward to getting outside and catching some rays. After all, sunshine provides vitamin D, warmth and often happiness. However, May’s designation as Skin Cancer Awareness Month serves as a reminder to practice safe sun. To find out how to protect yourself, check out this article in our May issue! UPMC https://www.nhmmag.com//skin-cancer-awareness-month-explor

Wish you had a hiking partner this weekend? Meet Benz! This handsome young guy came to Animal Friends after his owner could no longer care for him. Benz is still working on his canine good manners, so he would benefit from a family who will continue to use positive reinforcement with him. He is also very playful and energetic so he is looking for an active family who will give him plenty of activities! Animal Friends is open for adoptions by appointment only. Email the adoption team at [email protected] to set up a time to visit. Animal Friends #adoptabledog https://www.nhmmag.com/post/adoptable-pet-of-the-week

Happening THIS Friday--come out and check out the gourmet food trucks in Mars!

Starting a home-based business can be daunting. Yet three local women chose the path of becoming ‘foodtrepreneurs’ and are now finding joy in doing what they love while creating highly popular and delicious products. Learn more about how to start your own businessand what resources for help are availablein our May issue! Call Me Crazy Cookie Lady Ladorita EZPZ Gatherings #foodtrepreneurs #femaleentrepreneurs #WIB https://www.nhmmag.com//creativity-passion-drive-foodtrepr

Feeling lucky? A limited number of tickets are still available for the Saint Joseph High School $20,000 Super Raffle. Only 500 tickets will be sold at $100 each. Prizes include one grand prize of $20,000 and three runner-up prizes of $1,000 each. The prize ticket seller will receive $500. Drawing will be held on Friday, June 11th. Winners need not be present. To order tickets call Jane Susa at 724-226-7877. Proceeds help to keep tuition affordable for our SJHS Families. And ...just a reminder: the 29th Spartan Scramble, SJHS’s annual fundraiser, will take place this year on Friday, June 11th. The day begins with lunch at 11 a.m. and 18 holes of golf. Dinner will be boxed and may be enjoyed outdoors or taken home. To register or review sponsorship options, visit SaintJosephhs.com or call Jane Susa at 724-226-7877 or via [email protected]. Proceeds help to keep tuition affordable for SJHS families. See more

This February, the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust is offering a myriad of virtual performing arts and in-person public art pieces with the focus of featuring Black voices. Beginning on Feb. 14, audiences can stream Harris Theater @ Home features, including Our Right to Gaze: Black Film Identities (six short films); Tazzeka, and The Story of Lover’s Rock. To find out more, visit www.TrustArts.org/Film. The movies are available through Feb. 28. The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust #Blackfilm #BlackHistoryMonth

Valentine's Day, Galentine's Day or just Friday...it's time to enjoy a lovely libation or two! Thanks to the folks at Fine Wine & Good Spirits for these suggestions! Fine Wine & Good Spirits #cocktails #Valentinesdrinks http://www.nhmmag.com/post/libations-to-love

We're always feeling the love for the caregivers in the community--Valentine's Day and every day. Help Hope Grows kick off their Dear Caring Friend campaign by joining them for this special holiday concert! Hope Grows Free Live-Streamed Valentine's Day Concert featuring Trinity & Hosted by Hope Grows

If you haven't pre-ordered your take-out Valentine's meal, now's the time! A number of local restaurants are offering specials--from lobster pot pie to chocolate peanut butter lattes--so make your sweetie happy and surprise them with a Valentine's Day delicacy! Siempre Algo @formapastapgh Eat'n Park Eat'n Park DiAnoia's Eatery American Natural The Vandal https://www.nhmmag.com//restaurants-offering-something-spe

Looking for a really different way to say "I love you?" 2021 Valenswine's are now available for pre-order for that special someone in your life (or for yourself) from Pigsburgh Squealers Rescue! Choose a Valenswine from one of their seven resident pigs and receive a photo magnet plus a Valenswine's card. Your choices include: Sasquatch! Netflix and chill? This OG spotted boy is our very first pig, the one that started our passion for pigs. He loves to nap and prefers a solo ...evening by the fire. Phantom! Our mulefooted cutie is a feature at our events. He is king of our pig herd but is the gentlest boy you'll ever meet. Mokele! This sassy ginger red river hog is our naughtiest pig, but is always down to cuddle. She will tug at your pant leg or throw herself on your lap just to get some love! Check out their Facebook page to meet the other Valenswines! See more

Pittsburgh's bakeries are overflowing with holiday treats! Check out a few of these delicious spots while you're out doing your holiday shopping!

Animal Lifeline Pittsburgh is dedicated to to rescuing animals from overcrowded shelters and finding them forever homes. Learn more about this incredible organization featured in our December issue!

This Saturday, December 12 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Jocelyn Bosick, Realtor is hosting a drive through food drive at 1376 Freeport Rd for the BreadofLife FoodPantry. Below is the list of the items she'll be collecting. Bread of Life Food Pantry Etna

The Woodlands, which offers classes for children and adults with disabilities and chronic illnesses, has made many changes this year in their operations in order to still serve their community.

The Joe Beretta Foundation is holding its first virtual fundraiser event, The Heart & Home Holiday Party on December 5, 2020. The party will include entertainment, music, prizes and testimonials from patients and their families. To register for this event, visit: https://www.thejoeberettafoundation.com

Make a homemade gift with the help of these local businesses!

Happy Veteran's Day and thank you to all of those you have served! We've rounded up restaurants that are offering discounts and free meals to veterans today.

Animal Friends has been drastically affected by the pandemic and has relied on community support to keep things running. Learn more about their mission and how you can help in our latest issue!

Learn more about the importance of Girty's Woods and what surrounding communities are doing to ensure its survival.

November's cover story features Shady Side Academy and how they were able to safely bring back students to campus in the fall.

Read all about how Shaler, Millvale, and surrounding communities are working to preserve Girty's Woods for generations to come in our November issue! You can learn more about their fundraising efforts here: http://www.northhillsmonthly.com//preserving-girty-s-woods

Our November issue is here! Our cover story is all about how Shady Side Academy safely executed their plan to bring students back on campus for the fall. You can read the feature here: http://www.northhillsmonthly.com//shady-side-academy-deliv