Incorporated in 1993, Allegheny Land Trust (ALT) is a nonprofit organization that protects land of natural value in and adjacent to Allegheny County. The Trust helps "save local land that contributes to the scenic, recreational, educational and environmental wealth of our communities." ALT has protected more than 1,500 acres in Allegheny and Washington counties.
Located on Glen Mitchell Rd in Sewickley,Fern Hollow Nature Center offers educational programs for children and adults to help with the understanding and appreciation of nature.
Located in the Nickelodeon Mall (a former movie theater), Perfect's bright pink walls and zebra-striped accents draw customers in to check out the clothing and accessories. The boutique features fashions from young, new designers such as Cali, For Joseph, Hard Tail and Splendid. It also carries yoga clothing from Be Present, Zobha and Beyond Yoga. Perfect's eclectic selections make this boutique a shopping destination.
Zen Center of Pittsburgh is one of the few Buddhist Temples in the area. It was founded in 1999 and is the only Soto Zen Temple in western Pennsylvania with a resident priest. It asks that when attending services, you wear loose-fitting clothing.
Samaritan Counseling Center of Western Pennsylvania helps families and individuals attain well-being emotionally, spiritually and physically. The center uses religiously infused psychological counseling and educational programs to help people through depression, grief, loneliness and despair. Programs include partners in ministry, silent samaritans, spritual direction, youth and adolescents, bereavement, educational workshops and counseling.