We unite and
inspire community.
The Lauri Ann West Community Center builds connections, expands horizons and impacts lives by providing a safe place for all to learn, play and grow.
Message from the Board of Directors …
We are excited to introduce our new Executive Director, Heidi Ward, MBA. Heidi brings her outgoing energy and enthusiasm for engaging with our community and building connections to our community center on July 13, 2026. To learn more about Heidi, click here.
As we celebrate our 10-year anniversary, the Lauri Ann West Community Center is stronger than ever. What started as a hopeful idea has grown into a vibrant community hub and true neighborhood asset – now supporting more than 4,000 active fitness members, a state-certified after-school program in high demand, and a welcoming gathering place with more than 130,000 visitors each year. Thanks to strong community support and careful planning, we are financially stable and able to maintain our facilities that bring people together for activity, learning, and connections.
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We had such a fabulous turnout for Mah Jongg Open-Play yesterday! Thank you to everyone who signed up. Next week, we will add more tables so more friends can join.
Reminder: All are welcome; you can come alone or with friends! Please register in advance so we can plan accordingly.
Mah Jongg Open-Play meets on Tuesdays at 2:00pm in the Alexander Family Community Room throughout July.
Bring your Mahjong set if you have one - our supply is limited - and borrow one of our extra cards if needed.
#LauriAnnWestCC #YouBelongHere #MahJonggOpenPlay
Last Wednesday, our Summer Campers were visited by the North Hills Special Response Team: Sgt. Ian Hill, Chief Jay Davis, Dpt. Chief Pat Goodman, Wes Semple (EMT and vehicle driver), Officer Renee Maddex, and social worker for O`Hara Township, Kayla Somerville.
Sgt. Hill gave a presentation on their work, showcasing some of the gear and tools they use. Then, campers were led outside for a tour of their vehicle.
The team also gave out temporary tattoos, pin badges, and bracelets.
Special thanks to Township of O`Hara and the North Hills Special Response Team. We appreciate all you do and for taking the time to come visit us for a couple of hours!
#LauriAnnWestCC #YouBelongHere #OHaraTownship
Last week`s summer camp theme was "Secret Agent Spy Camp", including festive activities, crafts, and presentations.
Campers completed a Laser Maze Challenge in a secluded hallway.
Based on the real story of “Operation Acoustic Kitty," our Green Room campers were challenged to design spy cats that would not cost the country $20 million.
Stay tuned for more highlights from last week!
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We will reopen tomorrow, July 5th, at 9:00 am.
Enjoy the holiday!
There was a high chance of foam in the weather forecast on June 19th! ☁️🌫
Foam Party Pittsburgh came and created a foamy wonderland for the kids in our Summer Camps to enjoy. @foampartypittsburgh
Thank you to the Pittsburgh North Optimist Foundation for funding our Summer Camp`s first Foam Party on June 19th! @pgh_north_optimist
We are excited to announce that Foam Party Pittsburgh will be returning on July 31st for another foam party.
#LauriAnnWestCC #YouBelongHere #SummerCampActivities #FoamPartyforKids
We are so excited to offer Mahjong Open-Play for the month of July!
Join us on Tuesdays at 2:00 pm in the Alexander Family Community Room.
Come by yourself or bring your friends. All are welcome!
Bring your Mahjong set if you have one - our supply is limited - and borrow one of our extra cards if needed. Reserve your spot so we can prepare and guarantee everyone is part of the action!
#LauriAnnWestCC #YouBelongHere #Mahjong #PGHMahjongGroup
Join us in congratulating Kim Tillotson Fleming, 2025 Celebrate the Center Presenting Sponsor and longtime, loyal supporter of Lauri Ann West Community Center, for receiving Baird’s Brenton H. Rupple Citizenship Award! The award, the firm’s highest community service honor, recognizes outstanding dedication to community service, leadership, and support.
In addition to Kim’s support of our community center, she also helps cultivate Pittsburgh’s cultural, educational, and philanthropic connections, strengthening dozens of organizations across the region.
Baird has a long tradition of giving back to the community, including our very own Arts and Enrichment After School Program through the Pennsylvania Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program (EITC).
Congratulations, Kim, on this well-deserved recognition!
#LauriAnnWestCC #YouBelongHere #MemberSpotlight #BairdCommunityService
Wishing a happy birthday to our Lauri Ann West Community Center team members!
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Memberships include:
- Access to a large, clean fitness center
- Dozens of group exercise classes
- Pickleball
- Indoor Track
- Open gym times
- Free 30-minute personal training session or wellness orientation
- Discounts on programs & rentals
Call us at 412-828-8566 or stop in the facility to learn more.
Memberships include:
- Access to a large, clean fitness center
- Dozens of group exercise classes
- Pickleball
- Indoor Track
- Open gym times
- Free 30-minute personal training session or wellness orientation
- Discounts on programs & rentals
Call us at 412-828-8566 or stop in the facility to learn more.
