Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish Community Center

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish
Community Center
7 Chalfonte Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15229
Located adjacent to Saint Athanasius Church. See map at bottom of page.

Contact:
Margaret Ashmore
Education and Community Center Director
412-585-5575

Coffee and Gift Shop
Open Monday-Friday
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Download our Fall 2023 brochure.

Note: If you are not registered for the programs listed below, please call before coming to the center.

Would you like to teach a class?
Are you looking for place to volunteer a few hours a week while meeting interesting people? Perhaps you  have a talent or passion that you are called to share. The Parish Community Center could be just the place to bring it to others. Call or stop in to discuss the possibilities with Margaret. 412-585-5575.

Holy Day/Holiday Closings
Friday, December 8: Feast of the Immaculate Conception
December 25 and 26: Christmas
January 1: New Year's Day

Gifts for Veterans
The Parish Community Center is collecting Gifts for Veterans through Thursday, December 14th. Items will be delivered to patients and residents at the VA Medical Center in Pittsburgh. Suggested Items: toiletries, socks, snacks, caps, gloves, thermal mugs, puzzle books, cards, candy, etc. Surplus items will be shared with the residents at Kane Community Nursing Home in Ross Township.

Give the Gift of Education or Activity
If you're looking for an out-of-the ordinary gift for loved ones, consider a gift certificate to attend one of the following classes at the Parish Community Center in the coming new year. Values are available from $20 to $75 and can be used for a variety of classe, including Line Dancing, Pickleball, Senior Exercise, Tai Chi, Yoga, Yolates, Zumba, Art Lessons, Basket Weaving, Computer Basics, Sewing, and Ukulele. Call 412-585-5575 for details.

Senior Luncheon
Wednesday, December 20
12:00 Noon

Epiphany Pot Luck Dinner
Friday, January 5, 2024
5:30 p.m.

Pickleball Clinic
Saturday, January 27
12:30-2:00 p.m.

Beginner Pickleball Clinics
Mondays & Fridays 9 - 10 a.m. Call to schedule. Only $2/each.

Intermediate Pickleball Clinics
Mon., Wed.: 12 - 1 p.m. | Wed.: 5 - 6 p.m.

Morning Open Play
Mon., Wed., Fri.: 10 - 12 p.m. | Tues., Thurs.: 9:15 - 11:15 a.m.

Afternoon Open Play
Mon.-Fri.: 1 - 3 p.m. | Evening “Open Play” | Mon., Wed., Thurs.: 6-8 p.m.

Open Play time fees:
Mon., Wed., & Fri. = $3/each | Tues. & Thurs. = $2/each | Clinics Only $2/each

Mondays
Art Lessons for Adults
10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. / Rm 205
Personalized lessons in your choice of a variety of artistic mediums. For details please call Sister Dolores Conley 724-719-4337

Senior Exercises
Mondays & Wednesdays
11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. / Rm 101
Have fun, exercise, and get in shape.  Arthritis Foundation-approved exercises are incorporated with other forms of exercise. Walk-ins are welcome at $5.00/visit. Call Denise DeNelle at 412-600-4576 for more information. $45/12 sessions.

New! Color Your World
1:00-3:00 p.m. / Rm 105
Join us Monday afternoons and express yourself through coloring and painting. Bring your own supplies or help yourself to the assortment available here. $2/visit.

Steel City Ukulele
1st & 3rd Mondays
6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. / Rm 104
This a a great ukulele community. Come to play and sing with beginner to accomplished players. All are welcome. Call Amber Rozel 412-527-8247. $3/visit.

Beginner-Advanced Ukulele Lessons
2nd & 4th Mondays
6:00-6:30 p.m.
Multi-level; group lessons with the Pittsburgh Ukulele Brigade (PUB). Focus is on musicianship, rhythm, strumming, singing, picking parts in an ensemble format and more. Call Amber for details. $20/mo. or $90/10 wks. Visit nhstringstudio.com for additional information. 

NEW! Ukulele Lessons
1st & 3rd Mondays 6:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
Free, 30-minute group lessons that cover tuning basics, care, chords, and more. Beginners are welcome to attend the SCU meet-up following each lesson.
 
Tuesdays
Mah Jongg
9:15 a.m.-12:00 p.m. / Rm 105
Come  with your friends and enjoy this ancient Chinese tile Game. It is a great way to relax your body and stimulate your brain.  Beginner players are welcome. For more information, contact Mary Ann Lynch at 412-734-1926. $2 per person. 
 
Basket Weaving & Wood Carving
Tuesday and Thursday
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Personalized lessons. For details please call Sr. Donna Wojtyna 412-592-5654.

Tai Chi/Shibashi: Beginner
Tuesdays
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
This class integrates slow movements that help to improve mobility, coordination, balance, increase energy and invigorate the inner workings of your body. Call ahead to register with Greg & Sue Yocca 412-367-4646. $40/8 wks. Walk-Ins $5/visit.

Organ / Keyboard Playing
12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. / Rm 101
Come make music and enjoy friends!  This is your opportunity for organ /keyboard lessons in a small group. Each group session is a total of four consecutive weekly lessons. Private lessons can also be arranged for $20/half hour. Call Don May 724-396-2730 for more details or to sign up.  $40/session.
 
Zumba
6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. / Gym
This class is for all levels. It’s an aerobic workout achieved with upbeat music. Enjoy more you come the more fun it is! Monica 412-613-3107 $40/8wks. Walk-ins $6/each.

Yolates (combinesYoga & Pilates)
6:45 p.m.-7:45 p.m.
Pilates is low-intensity, muscle strengthening that helps to improve mobility and develop a strong core. Class is adaptive for all fitness levels. Contact our certified fitness instructor Margie Eliou, 724-413-1199.  $60/6 sessions. Walk-Ins $15/ea.

Ignatian Prayer Group
Alternate Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m. / Rm 106
Open to anyone who has taken the Ignatian Exercises.  For more informatin, call Mary Locante 412-855-0963 or Dolly Stalter 412-931-5723. No Charge.
 
Wednesdays
Needle Threaders
10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. / Rm 102
Create beautiful fabric art and items of your choosing to be sold in our Gift Shop (Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m) where we display wonderful handmade, one-of-a-kind baby and hostess gifts.  There is also a great array of doll dresses and accessories. Proceeds from sales help support the Community Center. Contact Lori Franc at 412-443-2390.

Senior Lunch
Third Wednesday of the Month, August thru May at Noon
Come enjoy lunch with friends and make new ones. The Community Center will provide the main course and beverages. Those attending are invited to bring a side dish to share. There is no charge. Donations are encouraged. Reservations are not required but are appreciated. Call Margaret, 412-585-5575 for more information.
 
Italian for Beginners
6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.       
Learning a foreign language is a great way to become familiar with the culture and customs, of another country. You’ll enjoy learning with Josephine Posterivo because she makes it fun, interesting and useful. For details call 412-585-5575. $75/10wks.
 
Line Dancing
7:00 p.m.-10:30 p.m./Athanasian Hall
No partner is necessary. Just come and enjoy!  Janine Beley 412-931-6971. $5/each
 
Thursdays
Sewing for Beginners & Intermediates
9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Now is your chance to learn sewing basics from Laurie Charlton, a certified home economics instructor. Choose from a selection of beginner sewing projects or bring your own. Call 412-585-5575 to register. $75 /(6) classes If you are interested in an evening Sewing Class, call us so we can add you to the list.

Cards, Puzzles & Other Games
9 a.m.-12 p.m. / Rm 104
Hang out with us while you enjoy a table game, like Cribbage, Backgammon, Scrabble, Yahtzee, Mexican Train, etc. Bring a friend to play with or meet new ones. Learn with others as you play. All are welcome. Coffee & Tea are complimentary.  $2/visit.

Tai Chi/Shibashi: Intermediate
Thursdays
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
This class integrates slow movements that help to improve mobility, coordination, balance, increase energy and invigorate the inner workings of your body. Call ahead to register with Greg & Sue Yocca at 412-367-4646. $40/8 wks. Walk-Ins $5/visit.

Duplicate Bridge
12:15 p.m.-4:00 p.m. / Rm 101
If you like playing bridge, here is a group for you! Experienced and newcomers are welcome. Call Pat at 412-888-7468 or Elsie at 412-367-2789. $3/visit.

Open Crafting Group
1:00-3:00 p.m. / Rm 206
This group is for anyone who loves to craft or would enjoy learning how to craft hand-made items. Bring your own craft or use available supplies. $2/visit.

Yoga
7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. / Rm 204 
Yoga helps you physically and spiritually with stretching and meditation. All levels are welcome. Pre-registration is not required but call the instructor, Carey Mittermeier, 412-719-5352 to confirm attendance.  $50/5 weeks. Walk-Ins are $12/visit.
 
Fridays
Beginning Line Dancing
12:30 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
Here’s your chance to learn why there’s such a buzz about line dancing.
To Register call 412-585-5575. $20 / (4) classes.

NEW! Middle Eastern Dance
Fridays 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Come see what this class is about in RM 204 to enjoy a FREE lesson!
Dance your way to fitness. This form of dance incorporates natural body movements to traditional Middle Eastern music. Call 412-585-5575 for details. $5/class (8+students).