SARAH HEINZ HOUSE BULLETIN November 2016

Sarah Heinz House

One Heinz Street

Pittsburgh, PA 15212 November 2016 Bulletin

“The more you thank life, the more life gives you to be thankful for.” -Unknown

As we watch the leaves fall and temperatures change, we are reminded that

nature’s cycles are mirrored in our own lives. Planning efforts in the spring and

summer have given way to exciting program enhancements for all to harvest and

enjoy now. Although we are only a month into the program year, we already see

many smiling faces exploring new things and engaging new friends. This holds

true for our youth, as well as our staff and volunteers. The House is alive and

vibrant!

And while we will continue to benefit from our prior efforts, we must in-turn

be mindful to lay the groundwork necessary to prepare ourselves and the House

for a plentiful future. One necessary and all important step in this process is to

give thanks. Gratitude can never be expressed too often, and we sometimes

mistakenly believe that gratitude is only reserved for big things or grand

occasions. I challenge you to look for the little things each day. You may find

yourself thankful for the sun shining; sharing a laugh with a friend; an apology

received/accepted; hitting a green light when time is of the essence; or having

pumpkin spiced everything once again available at your favorite places

(ok...maybe that last one is just me). The takeaway is, we should pause daily to

look for and acknowledge the good around us. We all have things to be thankful

for, and the Sarah Heinz House family is certainly one of them.

But being thankful is only half of the success equation. Extending thanks is

the other. So allow me to extend our deepest thanks to each of you for making

Sarah Heinz House the unique and special place that it is. From our teen leaders

to our newest preschool roboticists, we thank you for bringing laughter, energy

and unbridled curiosity to our hallways. From our veteran staff and volunteers

down to our rookies, we thank you for the care and compassion expressed daily.

To the parents and caregivers, we thank you for the sacrifices made to ensure that

your child gets to spend time at the House. To our alumni, we thank you for

continuing to stand by us and looking for ways to lift up those following behind

you. And to our Board, we thank you for the behind the scenes work to support

and strengthen us. Like I said….there is a lot to be thankful for!

Jennifer Cairns, Executive

Director

Continuing Membership Registration, 2016-2017

It’s not too late to join Sarah Heinz House! If you know a child interested in becoming a member, please tell them to PRE-REGISTER, then to come down to complete their registration on SATURDAYS 12-2pm, on days when we are open for normal program schedule. **All members must complete their registration in person and be accompanied by a parent or guardian** Registrations will be taken until February 11, 2016!

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Mark your Calendars!

November 21, 2016

This is a reminder.

***New Policy for forgotten or lost ID badges***

You have seen and heard this new policy on the video you watched when you registered, it is also in your Membership Hand book…

ID BADGES: Each Member will be given a photo ID badge/membership card.

Members are required to wear their ID visibly at all times, except during certain physical activities. For those physical activities, the ID should be treated as a valuable, and may be turned in to the locker room attendant. ID can be clipped onto your shirt, or worn on a string around your neck. The ID badges help to ensure the safety of our members and we thank you ahead

of time for your cooperation.

$2 each time for missing or lost ID badges If a member enters Sarah Heinz House

without their ID badge, they will be charged $2 and issued a new one that day.

Outstanding balance will prohibit

any future signups or registrations, until balance is paid off.

Meet the Staff and Volunteers (6:30PM)

Monday, November 21, we invite you to a brief social before the Opening

Meeting (see article below). From 6:30–7:30pm, members and parents will

have the chance to meet many of the Staff (full and part-time) and Volunteers

of Heinz House. Light hors d’oeuvres and refreshments will be provided.

Annual Opening Meeting (7:30pm) All members, their parents, and our volunteers are encouraged to attend the Annual Opening Meeting at 7:30pm on Monday, November 21. No other afterschool or evening programs will be offered at Heinz House this day. Any individual in the building, but not in a program, will be asked to attend the Open Meeting or call their ride to go home. This is a dress up event. Attire is club dress or better.

Awards will be presented to members on the Academic Honor Roll from last year, and the Sarah Heinz House Loyalty Pins will be awarded to members who

have earned them.

Youth, Recreation, Character and Service

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Welcome to the Heinz House Family

Deon Butler – Boys’ Program Director (Healthy Choices)

Heinz House welcomes new Program Director Deon Butler. Deon comes to us from Central Michigan University, where he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in General Child Development. He was also an accomplished student-athlete in the CMU Football Program. Deon will oversee the Boys Physical Education Programs, Sports Leagues, Fitness Center, and other areas. His friendly and caring personality has already won over many of our members, staff, and volunteers, and he has already shown that he is a positive addition to Heinz House! Welcome, Deon!

Cadedra Burks-Public Ally Apprentice

We are pleased to welcome Ms. Cadedra (Dedra) Burks to our Heinz House Family! Cadedra comes to us from the Americorps Public Ally Apprenticeship Program. Ms. Dedra is originally from Chicago, but is excited to be a Pittsburgher! This year, Ms. Dedra will be overseeing Education Nation, Education Nation After Hours and Friday Night Specials! She is so excited to be a part of the Heinz House family so make sure you visit her down in Education Nation in the basement! Welcome Dedra!

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A Seussified Christmas Carol

Please mark your calendars for December 14th and plan to join us at the Masonic Hall (Cemetery Lane, North Hills) as our youth members showcase their talents and bring these amazing stories to life!

Advance Tickets will be available in mid-November at Heinz House —advance tickets are free for members and offered at a reduced fee for guests. If tickets remain available after the advance period, then they will also be sold at the door. For additional information, please contact Dan Turkovich.

See you there!

Tree Decorating – November 22nd at 3:30pm The staff will be “hanging out” with the members and decorating the tree for the upcoming holiday season! This is a FREE “drop in” program for members, former members, and families, and you do not need to be there for the entire time. No other programs will be offered this day. Refreshments will be served during this get together! Help to decorate the Great Hall and Lobby areas, put ornaments onto the tree, and get

the building ready for the holiday season.

Pot Luck Dinner (also Nov 22) After decorating the building and getting into a

holiday spirit, share a meal with friends, family, and loved ones at Sarah Heinz House. We are hosting a potluck meal at 5:30pm. Sarah Heinz House will provide a delicious main course, drinks, and utensils. Please sign up to bring an appetizer, side, or dessert at the front desk! There will be a large signup sheet on the wall. We look forward to

celebrating with you!

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November Calendar

Nov 18, Fri Teen Night 9-11pm

Have plans in November? No? Then come to November’s teen night. Members in 8th through 12thGrade are invited! The teen night will be hosted by your very own MR. DAN! Not sure what that is? Well come on down and find out! Please contact Mr. Dan for more information at turkovich@sarahheinzhouse.com .

Nov 21-23 No Regular SHH Youth Programs Special Programs Only – see below

Nov 21, Mon Meet the Staff and Annual Opening Meeting

(Loyalty Pins & Academic Awards; see articles on page 2)

Nov 22, Tue Tree Decorating & Potluck Dinner

(See articles on previous page for details)

Nov 23, Wed CLOSED 2pm, No Youth Programs

Through Sat, Nov 26 – Happy Thanksgiving!

Nov 28, Mon Extra Program Sign Ups begin for January

(This week is ONLY, for those already in the classes)

Dec 5, Mon Extra Programs Sign Up – Wait List

(If spaces are available, and if class is accepting new participants; member must have been on Wait List in October; Anyone on Wait List can sign up – no rankings);

Dec 7, Wed Extra Program s Sign Up – ANYONE

(If spaces are available, and if class is accepting new participants);

Academic Honor Roll

Remember to bring in your report cards to join AHR. Give report cards to the front desk to help us reach our goal of 800 A’s! Deadline for session one listing is December 10th.

Keystone Corner

We’d like to congratulate our officers for the 2016-2016 year! President: Brieanna Gerner; Vice President: Kylia Thomas-Bell; Secretary: Carolyn Roberts; Treasurer: Kaitlin Heil; and Sergeant of Arms: Seth Fabry!

Friday Night Specials and Teen Night

Movie Night

Friday, November 4th; 7:00-9:00PM

Family Swim

Friday, November 11th; 7:30-9:00PM

Teen Night w/ Mr. Dan

Friday, November 19th; 9:00-11:00PM

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Member Spotlights

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Achante Myles has grown over the past year into one of Sarah Heinz House’s best and brightest teen members. Achante can be found in the halls of SHH almost every day serving as a positive role model for younger girls and boys. She always has a positive attitude and is eager to help out wherever she can. Achante juggles being a Keystone member, a volunteer and a part-time employee at Sarah Heinz House.

Seth Fabry (Senior) has done a phenomenal job developing into one of our strongest male leaders! This past summer, Seth did a great job as one of our Lifeguard Counselors during Day Camp. He was also chosen as our Keystone Club’s Sergeant of Arms for the 2016-2017 year! One of Seth’s greatest traits is ability to lead by his actions. No matter the event, Seth is willing and super excited to help and he always…okay usually….does it with a huge smile on his face! Great Job Seth! Keep it up!

Gold Shield Winner

We’d like to honor Adric Northam for winning the Gold Shield Drawing this month! Adric received a Gold Shield for helping clean up and setting the room up for Club. As a brand new member, we normally do not see many members take initiative so soon! Great Job Adric! Keep up the great work!

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115 Anniversary Celebration

Sarah Heinz House wants to stay connected with those who attended or volunteered at Sarah Heinz House or Heinz House Camp.

We are celebrating our 115th Anniversary with a special Alumni only event on Nov 25th6:00-8:30pm at Sarah Heinz House.

If you are an Alumni 21yrs of age or over and want an invitation to purchase a ticket, please send an email to

115@sarahheinzhouse.com Tell us your name, address, and years of attending Heinz House or Heinz Camp.

And, you can even include your favorite Heinz House story! Please join us Nov. 25th and walk down memory lane on Heinz Street.