Our youngest friends are invited to join us on May 6 at 10 AM for story time with Ms. Amber. We’ll be celebrating moms!

🎬 PITTSBURGH FILM SERIES
Sunday, May 4th | Starts at 5:00 PM
📍 West View HUBWORKS – 435 Perry Hwy, West View, PA

“Take Bigelow!”
–Striking Distance (1993)

Get ready for a high-octane night of Pittsburgh Action Classics! We’re bringing you a Double-Feature event packed with suspense, bridges, and big explosions — all filmed right here in the Steel City.

🎞 5:00 PM – STRIKING DISTANCE (1993, R)
Bruce Willis stars as a rogue Pittsburgh cop chasing a serial killer across the city’s rivers and under its bridges. Shot entirely on location, this thriller is pure ‘90s Pittsburgh energy.

🎞 7:00 PM – SUDDEN DEATH (1995, R)
Jean-Claude Van Damme versus terrorists in the Civic Arena during Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Finals? Yes please. One of the wildest action flicks ever filmed in the ‘Burgh.

🍕 Free Popcorn, Pizza & Drinks
🎥 Stay for one film or both – your choice!

🆓 Admission is Free
Hosted by John Schalcosky of Odd Pittsburgh
Celebrate local movie history with behind-the-scenes stories, Pittsburgh cameos, and more.

🎭 ODDITIES OF PITTSBURGH HISTORY SERIES
Tuesday, May 6th | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
West View HUB Library – 435 Perry Hwy, West View, PA

🎬 Pittsburgh’s History of Entertainment

From fiddlers at Fort Pitt to zombies on the silver screen—discover how Pittsburgh helped shape American entertainment.

Join historian John Schalcosky of Odd Pittsburgh for an unforgettable evening exploring the city’s role in the world of theater, music, film, and beyond.

🎤 Highlights Include:
● Colonial-era performers & tavern culture
● Vaudeville, burlesque, and grand theaters of the 1800s
● Pittsburgh’s silent film pioneers & lost movie palaces
● Homegrown stars like Gene Kelly, Billy Porter, and Michael Keaton
● The birth of public television & Mister Rogers' neighborhood
● The rise of local jazz legends & underground music scenes
● George Romero & the horror film revolution

👥 Who Should Attend?
History lovers, film buffs, theatergoers, music fans, and anyone curious about how Pittsburgh entertained the nation.

🆓 No registration required — just drop in!

🌳 FAMILY TREE WORKSHOP
Saturdays | 3:00 – 4:00 PM
West View HUB Library

🗓 Upcoming Dates:
May 10 • May 24
June 7 • June 21

No sign-up required – just drop in!

Join local historian John Schalcosky for a hands-on genealogy workshop to help you explore your family roots, build your family tree, and connect with your heritage.

🔍 What You’ll Learn:
● How to use online tools like Ancestry and FamilySearch
● Organizing and preserving family records
● Techniques for finding elusive ancestors and stories

💬 Open to all experience levels – whether you're a curious beginner or seasoned researcher.

📚 Bring:
● Any family documents or photos
● Your curiosity and questions!

Wednesdays: May 14, May 28, June 11, June 25
Time: 4:00 – 5:30 PM
Location: West View HUB – Community Room

Curious about Artificial Intelligence but not sure where to start?
Join local educator John Schalcosky for a hands-on, fun, and beginner-friendly introduction to AI!

In this special 4-part workshop series, you’ll learn how to use AI tools to improve your daily life — from writing letters and remembering appointments, to chatting with a virtual companion or even researching your family tree.

Each session features live demos, take-home guides, and plenty of time for Q&A. No tech experience required!

Topics include:
● May 14: What is AI & How Can It Help Me?
● May 28: Smart Help Around the House
● June 11: Staying Connected: Emails, Reminders & Conversations
● June 25: AI for Fun & Lifelong Learning

Free and open to all seniors. Space is limited – call or sign up today!

🎶 Saturday Night Jam Sessions 🎶
Every Saturday Night | 6–8 PM
HUBWORKS Studio | West View HUB

Bring your instrument. Bring your voice.
Or just bring your ears.

Join us for a weekly night of music, creativity, and community.
Whether you’re a beginner, a pro, or just love live music—this is your space.

🗓 Upcoming Dates:
May 10 • May 17 • May 24 • May 31
June 7 • June 14 • June 21
(Every Saturday night unless otherwise noted)

🎸 Acoustic, electric, experimental – all styles welcome
👫 All ages and skill levels
🎤 Open-mic vibe | Casual, fun, collaborative

No sign-up. No pressure. Just show up and jam.
📍 435 Perry Hwy, West View, PA 15229

Let’s make some noise together.

A Club for Inquisitive Minds

Every Monday
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
West View HUB

Come explore life's big (and small) questions in a warm, welcoming space where wonder is encouraged, deep thoughts are celebrated, and good conversation is the main event.

No topic is too strange. No opinion is too small.
We explore everything from philosophy, history, and science to memory, mystery, and meaning.
Open to all curious souls—whether you're a thinker, a dreamer, or someone just looking for meaningful company.

Drop in anytime. No registration required. Just bring your curiosity.

Let's wonder together!

This month, our Book Club is reading Rachel Harrison's "fiery, irreverent horror novel," Black Sheep . All are welcome to join the discussion on April 27 at 6 PM!

Being a new mom is challenging, but having a circle of support makes it easier. We're excited to partner with Connected Nest to bring their Empowering Moms Program to the Hub! Moms with kids 0-12 months are invited to the Hub Thursdays from 10:30-12 to build connection and community with other new moms.

RSVP here: https://calendly.com/empowe.../new-moms-group-north-hills...

All are welcome to join us Tuesdays at 9:30 AM for Mindfulness and Movement, featuring gentle exercise, meditation, and fellowship.

Local magician Michael Mykita returns the third Tuesday of every month to teach tricks and showmanship to dazzle and amaze your friends and family. It’s never too late to join.

To attend this month’s meeting, RSVP here.

We are super excited to partner with You Be You Inc again for another fun class for local students! In Let's Make an Album, students will learn songwriting and musicianship on keyboard and ukulele. At the end of the school year, they'll record their own album!

K-5th grade students in the North Hills School District only

Mon-Thurs, 4-6 PM starting 9/30 and running through the 24-25 school year

Free!

More info/register: https://forms.gle/XBgdXFAdbutmuLk4A

The West View Hub is chartering a new Cub Scout Pack in West View! Scout Pack 283 is looking for new members! Want to be in on the adventure?

Fill out this form to request more information.

Have a young one struggling in school? We are here to help. Our on-site Pass the Class program provides one-on-one academic support, social-emotional support, and nutritional support to students completely free of charge. Click the link below to enroll in the program, and we’ll get you started.

Register here.