Community events
When: Fourth Saturday of every month
Time: 9 to 11 a.m.
Location: UPMC Health Plan Neighborhood Center, The Village at Eastside, 6401 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Our food pantry is open to the public one Saturday per month during normal operating hours. Families and individuals can take home a box of free food containing a selection of nutritious shelf-stable items, fresh produce, meats, dairy, and frozen items. Food boxes are limited to one per family/individual, per month, and are available on a first-come, first served basis while the food pantry is open.
Walk-ins are welcome, but pre-registration is preferred. Call 412-665-4650 to register and learn about food pantry operation dates.
When: Monday, May 20
Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: UPMC Health Plan Neighborhood Center, The Village at Eastside, 6401 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Ready to kickstart your career? Learn about exciting entry-level, full-time, and part-time career opportunities at UPMC, in fields like these:
- Nursing
- Imaging
- Patient Care Support
- Human Resources
- Supply Chain
At this event, you can also:
- Chat with UPMC representatives about various clinical and administrative positions that have job openings available.
- Meet with our dedicated recruiters, who can assess your skill set and help you apply for jobs at UPMC.
- View interactive displays and engage in hands-on activities.
- Participate in an interview, on the spot!
- Get a FREE professional headshot photo taken.
- FREE food/lunch will be provided.
Register for the Career Fair today!
Connect Center events
April events
Celebrate Earth Day and learn how to donate life.
Spend time with us at this protect-and-save celebration! Enjoy an exciting lineup of learning and fun including decorating a pot and plant a seedling in honor of Earth Day.
Meet retired Steelers quarterback Charlie Batch from 1 to 2 p.m.
While there, you can also enjoy:
- Free health screenings.
- A chance to win prizes.
- Balloon art and caricatures.
- Light refreshments.
Date and time: Saturday, April 20, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location:
UPMC Health Plan Connect Center
Royal Oak Shopping Center
1768-A Golden Mile Highway
Monroeville, PA 15146
For more information, call 412-290-1896 (TTY: 711).
How to have a running start before you ask your doctor for a prescription.
Join us as Kristen Nardozzi, DO, leads us in an informative presentation and conversation about managing and treating obesity as disease.
While there, enjoy:
- Free health screenings.
- Light refreshments.
Date and time: Wednesday, April 24, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location:
UPMC Health Plan Connect Center
Royal Oak Shopping Center
1768-A Golden Mile Highway
Monroeville, PA 15146
For more information, call 412-290-1896 (TTY: 711).
May events
Join us for "Nutrition for Healthy Bones and Joints." Anti-inflammatory diets and high-calcium are recommended—but why? Join us to learn how the foods you eat can reduce pain and strengthen your bones.
While there, enjoy:
- Free health screenings, including a bone heel scan.
- Light refreshments
Be sure to register and save your spot! Call 412-290-1896 (TTY: 711) or register online.
Date and time: Wednesday, May 1, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location:
UPMC Health Plan Connect Center
Royal Oak Shopping Center
1768-A Golden Mile Highway
Monroeville, PA 15146
Come together to support mental health and women’s wellness.
Join us for this empowering event! Take advantage of the opportunity to focus on two important areas: mental health and women’s health.
While there, enjoy:
- Free health screenings.
- Free hand and arm massages.
- A chance to enter to win prizes.
- Light refreshments and more.
Date and time: Saturday, May 18, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location:
UPMC Health Plan Connect Center
Royal Oak Shopping Center
1768-A Golden Mile Highway
Monroeville, PA 15146
For more information, call 412-290-1896 (TTY: 711).
Blood pressure management is a key to maintaining a healthy heart.
Join us as Thomas Kessler, DO, leads us in an informative presentation and conversation about the importance of maintaining healthy blood pressure numbers.
While there, enjoy:
- Free health screenings.
- Light refreshments.
Date and time: Monday, May 20, from 2 to 4 p.m.
Location:
UPMC Health Plan Connect Center
Royal Oak Shopping Center
1768-A Golden Mile Highway
Monroeville, PA 15146
For more information, call 412-290-1896 (TTY: 711).
Come together to support mental health and women’s wellness.
Join us for this empowering event! Take advantage of the opportunity to focus on two important areas: mental health and women’s health.
While there, enjoy:
- Free health screenings.
- A chance to enter to win prizes.
- Light refreshments and more.
Date and time: Saturday, May 25, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location:
UPMC Health Plan Connect Center
Millcreek Mall, center court near H&M
654 Millcreek Mall
Erie, PA 16565
For more information, call 814-897-3408 (TTY: 711).
June events
School is out, but oral health is in for everyone.
Join us to get a covered dental exam and cleaning in celebration of oral health month! Cleanings are first come, first served, so be sure to save your spot.
In addition, have some family fun as you take steps toward maintaining a healthier smile:
- Enter to win prizes.
- Enjoy light refreshments.
- Enjoy balloon art or caricatures.
Date and time: Tuesday, June 4, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location:
UPMC Health Plan Connect Center
Royal Oak Shopping Center
1768-A Golden Mile Highway
Monroeville, PA 15146
For more information, call 412-290-1896 (TTY: 711).
Join us for “Don’t Let Pain Control Your Life – Managing Pain from Osteoarthritis.” Pain from arthritis can take over your life, but there are things that can be done! Learn how to manage the pain and regain control of your life!
While there, enjoy:
- Free health screenings, including a bone heel scan.
- Light refreshments
Be sure to register and save your spot! Call 412-290-1896 (TTY: 711) or register online.
Date and time: Wednesday, June 5, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location:
UPMC Health Plan Connect Center
Royal Oak Shopping Center
1768-A Golden Mile Highway
Monroeville, PA 15146