March 8 and 9
SF Spring Baseball Clinic
A Spring Training Baseball Clinic for players ages 8 to 13, sponsored by the South Fayette Baseball Boosters, will be held on Saturday, March 8, and Sunday, March 9. Hours are from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m., and the fee is $30.00. The location is the RBI Training Facility in Lawrence. Registration was mainly during December, but current information can be obtained by calling Joni Curl at 412-221-0366.

March 8 and March 12
Our Lady of Grace Auction and Storytimes
Our Lady of Grace School in Scott Township invites all to their ninth annual Dinner Auction on Saturday, March 8, at the Hilton Garden Inn at Southpointe. “Grace Travels Coast to Coast” includes live, silent, and Chinese auctions, as well as dinner and dancing. Tickets are $45.00 per person. Call Lisa at 412-221-4623 for reservations or to donate an item to the auction. The school will also be holding a preschool storytime for 3- and 4-year olds in the school library at 9:00 a.m. on March 12, April 16, and May 21 (call Liz at 412-279-6611).

March 16
Bridgeville Bingo
The Bridgeville Athletic Association will be hosting an afternoon of Bingo on Sunday, March 16. The location is the Bridgeville Volunteer Fire Department. Doors are tentatively scheduled to open at noon.

March 17
Weight-Loss Seminar at St. Clair Hospital
St. Clair Hospital and Hope Bariatrics will offer a free laparoscopic weight-loss-surgery seminar on Monday, March 17, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m., followed by a support-group meeting from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. in the fourth-floor meeting room of the hospital, which is located at 1000 Bower Hill Road in Mt. Lebanon. There is no charge for the seminar but registration is required; call St. Clair Hospital’s Public Relations Department at 412-942-6280.

March 19
Open House Party
An Open House Party will be held Wednesday, March 19 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Bella Sera by Greco’s to introduce the 2008 Spring Series Cooking Classes as well as Bella Live!, the upcoming monthly happy hour parties. RSVP by March 17 for complimentary admission ($10.00 at the door). Enjoy complimentary finger foods, Bella Sera facility and kitchen tours, special drink prices and much more! Call 724-5575 x111 or e-mail cooking@grecosgourmet.com to register. Visit www.grecosgourmet.com for the schedule of classes and fees.

April 3
Business Legalese
On April 3, starting at 11:30 a.m., the Crowne Plaza (164 Fort Couch Road, Bethel Park) will host another installment of the Takin’ Care of Business Small Business Owners Luncheon Series. In “Business Legalese,” Steve Sablowsky will discuss what all successful small business owners should know about structuring their companies to protect and preserve their assets. Fee: $20.00. For additional information and registration call 412-831-0183.

April 5
Spring Flea Market in Oakdale
The Noblestown United Methodist Church (7313 Noblestown Road) in Oakdale is sponsoring a Spring Indoor Flea Market and Bake Sale on Saturday, April 5. Hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

April 8
Understanding a Healthy Mind/Body Connection
Every day people search for answers to their health questions. Some of your questions will be answered by one of the area’s leading health authorities, Dr. Tara Thomforde: “Understanding a Healthy Mind/Body Connection” will be presented on April 8, starting at 6:30 p.m., at the Single Steps Strategies Conference Center (1738 North Highland Road, Suite G-103, Bethel Park/Upper St. Clair). Fees: members, $10.00; nonmembers, $15.00. Information and registration: 412-831-0183.

April 10
Magee/UPMC Women’s Health Events
The Women’s Midlife Health Center at Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC in Pittsburgh is presenting Hormones 101 on April 10. This talk will be at the Magee Auditorium from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. Free; registration is requested; call 412-802-8299 or visit magee.upmc.com.

April 18 and 19
Flea Market at LeGras Parish Center
The DeMarillac Guild presents the flea market Timeless Treasures on Friday, April 18 (9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.), and Saturday, April 19 (9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.). The location is the LeGras Parish Center (lower level), 320 McMurray Road, Upper St. Clair. Items will include gently used children’s clothing to 4T, toys, decorative items, knick-knacks, kitchen items, holiday decorations, and much more. Call 724-942-0464 or 724-941-5904.

April 27
Ride On for Autism
A very worthy organization, Autism Speaks©, will benefit from the proceeds from its Ride On for Autism Motorcycle Run, which takes place on Sunday, April 27. The ride starts and ends at the Bridgeville Fire Hall. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m., with coffee and donuts; after the trip, riders return to the Fire Hall to enjoy lunch, music, door prizes, a silent auction, and a 50/50 raffle. Call Abigail Rohe at 412-279-0179/720-1560 for information on registration and fees and to make donations.