ALLISON PARK AARP CHAPTER 3736

          AARP OCTOBER 2026 NEWSLETTER            

           ALLISON PARK AARP CHAPTER 3736              

NEXT MEETING: NOVEMBER 12, 2026

Lunch at 12:30 pm; Meeting at 1:00 pm

St. Ursula Church, 3945 Kirk Avenue, Allison Park, PA 15101

Website: http://aarp-3736.mailchimpsites.com

President’s Message/Bill Rushmore

Many of us have been experimenting with artificial intelligence (AI) over the past year and have seen it become more capable and useful. As AI tools continue to evolve, some now offer premium subscription options for advanced features, while others are beginning to include advertising. I’ll spend the first 10 minutes of our AI 101 session at the next meeting discussing what’s changed and how to get the most value from the free versions that are still available. If you’ve been using AI and have discovered helpful or interesting ways it can make daily tasks easier, please let me know. I’d love to include your ideas and experiences in the class discussion.

Please also consider volunteering to serve as our chapter secretary. The position is still open, and we’d appreciate your help. The primary responsibility is recording meeting minutes, and you’ll have plenty of support. Two current officers already share this duty, so you would not need to attend every meeting. It’s a great way to contribute to the chapter while helping us continue serving our members.

November Minutes/Marianne Ruffner

The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance at 1:02 PM. 26 members were in attendance with 1 visitor.

The minutes from the previous meeting that were posted online were passed and seconded.
Treasurer Report Judy stated that we are still waiting for our grant money to come through. We currently have $82 in our account that was intended for the Genesis House Grandparents Program, which has since been discontinued. Judy made the motion to increase the amount due to the organization to $100, send a check and close our account. The motion was seconded and passed.

Old Business Bill said the Senior Fair at the Hampton Community Center went well. Information was distributed about our AARP group and hopefully we can get some new members.

New Business Bill will be providing some short classes on AI at our meetings in an attempt to get us up to speed on this new technology.
Mariane distributed a Trips and Tours survey to see what places/experiences members are interested in. If you have any ideas, please let her know.

We still have an opening for Secretary! The job involves taking minutes at the monthly meetings, typing them and sending them to our newsletter editor, Cathy. Please consider serving your AARP!

Today’s program is Intro to Archeology, provided by the Allegheny Park Rangers. Our next meeting is November 12, 2026 at 12:30 PM. Our guest speaker will be Jim Haller, docent from the Heinz History Center. In keeping with Veterans Day, we will find out about what was happening in Pittsburgh during WW II.

Mariane Ruffner won the 50/50 raffle for $46.

The meeting was adjourned at 1:22 PM.

Treasurer's Report/Judy Newcomer

The Bank Balance as of September 30, 2026 was $3,427.66

Checking Balance from September was $3,427.66

Deposits made in October were $1,245 which included Pot of Gold profit, Dues, Entertainment donations, Sandwich sale profits and the AARP Grant money.
Disbursements made in Octoberwere $117.85 for kitchen supplies and the Genesis of Pittsburgh donation.

Ending Checking Balance is $4554.81

The 2026-2027 dues for our AARP Chapter 3736 are now being collected. This year's dues are $10. Judy Newcomer will be collecting them at the upcoming meetings. Checks can be madeout to AARP 3736. Cash is also accepted. If members would like to mail in their dues, please send them to:

Judy Newcomer

124 Carriage Hill Rd

Glenshaw, PA 15116

Entertainment Report/Marianne Ruffner

We certainly learned a lot about some cool digs (archeological, that is) in our program about historical finds in our area, provided by the Allegheny Park Rangers. It’s great to havethese knowledgeable folks working for us in Western Pennsylvania.

To celebrate Veteran’s Day, our November speaker is Jim Haller, docent from the Heinz History Center. He will enlighten us about Pittsburgh during WW II. Jim’s spoken to us before about the history of Football and Radio, and always provided gems of knowledge about our neighborhood’s past.

Looking ahead to December, we have our annual Christmas Covered Dish Party with musical entertainment provided by Simply StringsPlus One. Start thinking about what delicious food you’ll bring to add to the festivities.

Service Project/Janet Rushmore

We continue to host a Thanksgiving Food Drive in November to benefit North Hills Community Outreach. Canned goods, packaged food, and cleaning products are welcomed. Please bring what you can afford to the next meeting for delivery before Thanksgiving. The families participating in the “food bank” are most appreciative!

We will be exploring HEARTH Pgh in Allison Park as our new 2027 community service project. They provide safe, affordable housing and personalized support to moms and kids rebuilding after homelessness and domestic violence. Their trained team helps families build confidence and move toward lasting independence. After the holidays, a guest from HEARTH Pgh will be invited to the Chapter for a brief explanation of their mission to provide safety, stability and support for young women.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

President - Bill Rushmore                                                             412-486-7465                      

Vice President - Marianne Ruffner                                                  412-486-4111

Secretary -

Treasurer - Judy Newcomer                                                             412-487-3996

Board Members

Judy Hays Daw                                                                                     412-867-0528

Florine Newcamp                                                                                  412-486-3822

John Clark                                                                                             412-401-3364

Carol Vrane                                                                                           412-486-2363

Darlene Brylka                                                                                   412-215-2121

Judy Karperowski (Sunshine Cards)                                                  412-487-7825