News & Events

Library patrons should be aware that repairs are currently underway for the air conditioning unit that cools the adult stacks section of the library. Air conditioning for the remainder of the library, including the children’s section, is still running properly. Moon Township thanks patrons for their patience while the unit is being repaired.

MCA-TV’s 2011 Viewer Survey results are in, and are now available to the public at the newly redesigned www.mca-tv.com, which launched today.

And, according to the 678 Moon Township residents who returned surveys, MCA-TV’s community-produced programs are in high demand.

In a write-in question asking for respondents’ favorite MCA-TV program, more than 50 percent of viewers listed specific programs produced by Moon Township residents. Overall, approximately 45 percent of respondents indicated that they, or someone in their household, have recently tuned in to a community-produced program, from health and fitness programs to youth sports.

In addition to the shows they’re already watching, 45 percent of respondents said they would be interested in watching even more programs produced by community members, and a number of viewers wrote in specific program requests. Several viewers noted they would like to see more local event coverage, music and a Moon news program. Others would like to see a spotlight on local businesses, organizations and residents who are making a difference.

As a community access television station, MCA-TV gives Moon Township residents the opportunity to create and air their own TV programs. In fact, the majority of MCA-TV programming is produced by Moon Township residents with the help of volunteers from any community.

“Our viewers are commenting that these locally-produced programs are what make MCA-TV unique,” said Jim Koepfinger, MCA-TV executive director. “It’s very rewarding for our community producers to see that people are really watching, and we’re hoping that this encourages more residents to get involved.”

The full survey results are available at www.mca-tv.com. Visitors to the site – which was recently re-launched with a fresh and user-friendly layout – can also find other convenient features, including online viewing, community bulletin board submissions and the program schedule.

To find out more about what it takes to produce a program for MCA-TV, visit www.mca-tv.com or call the studio at 412-269-1191.

Join Moon Parks and Recreation for music, festivities and fireworks at Moon Township’s Annual Fourth of July Independence Celebration sponsored by Clearview Federal Credit Union.

This year's entertainment lineup will feature national recording artist Chuck Wicks as well as Moon Township fan favorites Sarah Marince and Brooke Annibale.

The festivities begin at 4 p.m. on Monday July 4, with children's activities and food vendors. Performers will begin taking the stage at 6 p.m., and the evening will wrap up at dark with a fireworks display by Zambelli Fireworks Internationale. Find the full Fourth of July schedule here.

Moon Community Access Television is offering a free training session this summer for anyone interested in learning the basics of television production and volunteering at the station.

These hands-on classes will provide an overview of camera operation, audio and lighting and an introduction to editing. The training session is open to residents of any community and consists of four Wednesday evening classes. Upon completion, participants are ready to assist with any MCA-TV program.

The spring training session will be held at the MCA-TV studio, 1700 Beaver Grade Road, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on the following dates:

• June 22
• June 29
• July 13
• July 20

To register, please call 412-269-1191 or e-mail mca-tv@moontwp.com.

Moon Township Recycling Day, hosted by the Environmental Advisory Council, takes place Saturday, June 4, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Moon Township Municipal Building parking lot. Accepted items include appliances, electronics, tires and reusable construction materials. This event is open to Moon Township residents only, and proof of residency is required. Find a complete list of accepted recyclables here.