Beaver Co. Festival of Trees

Help celebrate the 26th year of an exciting Holiday event that gives  joy and excitement to both young and old. You can have photos taken with Santa, visit the Candy Cane Lane gift shop and the Christmas store for gifts and treats. Proceed support the Beaver Co. Children and Youth Services Advisory Board in helping provide scholarships, coats, shoes, summer camps and additional support for children under the care of the Children and Youth Services Agency of Beaver County as well as the effort of the U.S. SARR Corps in the finding of missing children and adults who suddenly go missing and to return them home safely. All contributions are tax deductible.

Bradys Run Park is approximately one hour from Pittsburgh and the most expensive entry ticket is $5 - there are discounts for seniors and children. Find out more

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I Made It! Holiday Market

I Made It! for the Holidays :: November 27-28 :: Black Friday & Small Business Saturday :: Nova Place, North Side (formerly Allegheny Center Mall)
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Culture to Ketchup

 

 

 

Need a way to show off Pittsburgh to your Thanksgiving visitors? Try a 1920's style Trolley and experience Pittsburgh 2-hour historical tour on Saturday at 12:45 pm.

 

Tickets: $25 (adults), $5 (under 2 yrs), $15 (ages 3-12). Call 412-391-7433 for more info and reservations.

 

 

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Send a Letter to Santa

Searching for a memorable way for your child to send a letter to Santa in the North Pole this year? Kids are invited to drop off their letters to Santa in the Carnegie Museums of Art and Natural History. Just bring a letter to the special mailbox.

The touchable reindeer, Sven, will be keeping guard over the mailbox, so make sure to pet him a few times as a “thank you” for his hard work! Find out more


Friday, November 27–Wednesday, December 23
Discovery Basecamp, First Floor
Free with museum admission

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North Side Walking Tour: Stained Glass Friday, December 18, 12 -1PM

1. Tour begins at Calvary United Methodist Church
2. Buses to the North Side: 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 15, 16, 17, 18
3. There is plenty of street parking near the churches; more details to follow in regards to free parking lots.
4. This walking tour is not strenuous and is wheelchair accessible. The majority of the tour will be spent in the churches.

 
Find out more about Pittsburgh Arts Council programs

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Enjoy Winter Fridays at the Frick  (6-9 pm) with

 

 - Special -themed cocktails and desserts in The Café
- Brief gallery talks every half-hour between 6:00 and 8:00 p.m.
- See Forbidden Fruit: Chris Antemann at Meissen
- The holiday tour, Setting the Table for Christmas at Clayton
- View antique cars and carriages in the Car and Carriage Museum
- Distinctive gifts at the Museum Store
 

 

Frick Friday begin November 27 and continue for 5 weeks. Find out more

 

 

 

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16 Tips For Families: Pittsburgh Light Up Night Survival

 
 



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WORD PLAY - Fri and Sat

Part This American Life, part stand-up comedy, WordPlay is a modern twist on the ancient art of storytelling. A stimulating experience that blends personal stories with a live music mash-up.

Actors, comedy writers, and everyday people read their own stories while a DJ spins a real-time soundtrack. Using anything from Bruno Mars to Bach.  DJ and producer work with each performer to develop the perfect music mix, creating a storytelling experience unlike anything out there today.

WordPlay will be held on November 20th and 21st. at Bricolage Production Company, 937 Liberty Ave. Pittsburgh, PA. The show starts at 8:00pm with free drinks and games at “Happy Half-Hour” at 7:30pm. The November 20th performance will feature ASL interpretation by Heather Gray. Tickets to the show are $20. Suggested age is 18 and up.      Find out more and buy tickets.

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Saturdays with the Sugarplum Fairy

Bring little ones to dance with The Nutcracker's Sugarplum Fairy at this festive event. Phipps and Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre are pleased to present Saturdays with the Sugarplum Fairy, 30-minute creative movement dance classes and story time sessions with a dancer in costume.

Activities are free with Conservatory admission and appropriate for comfortably-dressed children of all ages. Sessions will take place on both Sat., Nov. 21 and Sat., Dec. 5. No advance registration is required.


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SANTA ROCKS AT THE HARD ROCK CAFE!

What better childhood memory than sitting on Santa's lap and asking for that special gift. Take that memory a step further, and add the Hard Rock Cafe and a fun way to spend a morning with our favorite fellow in a red suit as Macaroni Kid presents Breakfast With Santa
Included: breakfast buffet - special goodies bag for kids - free train ride in the Station Square freight shops for the kids - free parking courtesy of Station Square - special Macaroni Kid craft.

 Donations will be collected for Toys for Tots.   Please donate a new & unwrapped toy.

Space is limited, so call the Hard Rock Café at 412-481-7625 and ask for Erica to save your family's spot now. Dates: December 6,7, 13, 14 and 20.  Find out more

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Local 913 Live: Dos Equis Singer/Songwriter Competition Winners Go to WYEP's Local 913 Live happy hour on November 19th at their studio at 67 Bedford Square, Pittsburgh,  15203. This month's happy hour will feature music from the top three winners of the Dos Equis Singer-Songwriter Competition that was held this summer. Doors open at 6:30pm and the performance starts at 7pm. Find out more Complimentary beverages from Dos Equis are available for guests aged 21+.The event is all ages, although ID is required for alcohol.   Contact the experienced agents at RE/MAX Realty Brokers with your questions about buying and selling real estate.

 x-speakers:
hear how their ideas have turned to action

 

 

 

The summer weather might be coming to an end, but efforts to bring you a successful TEDxPittsburgh are not.  Join x-speakers on November 22nd at 12 PM in the brand new Bakery Square 2.0. Some of the earlier TEDxPittsburgh speakers will discuss the progress of their big ideas since they spoke at TEDx.

Speakers include:
John Fetterman, Former Mayor of Braddock and current senate candidate – Class of 2013
Ian Rosenberger, Founder of Team Tassy and Thread – Class of 2014
Michelle King, The Learner Instigator – Class of 2015

 Tickets are  only $10. Register and Find out more

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Macaroni Kids has just posted their holiday activities guides - one for Christmas and one for Chanukah. Go to the link to join the organization (free!) and get copies of the guides. This organization provides info on a large number of activities for children.


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 ArtKids: Warp Weft Weave

 

 

 
Is your castle too drafty? Does it need something special added to a room? Learn how tapestries were more than just pretty wall-hangings in the middle ages. Explore the Frick’s tapestries and make a unique woven work of art to take home. Free. Find out more


Saturday, November 14
11:00–11:45 a.m.
                                       
Meet at The Frick Art Museum



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HANDMADE CARDS & GIFTS

Render handmade paper sheets, cards and gifts, embellished with vintage ephemeris, fabrics and fibers as well as natural pressed and dried plants. All assembles are "Wet on Wet" without any glue. What makes this all stick together? SCIENCE! Join in and learn all about fibers, collage, water systems in an all age appropriate family work shop. Registration is required.
November 14, 2015 11-2pm |All ages |All skill levels |$25
Instructor: Katy Dement
Trust Arts Education Center 805-807 Liberty Avenue | Pittsburgh, PA | 15222 

Find out more/Register


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BREW CINEMA in Dormont

Brew Cinema (hosted by Cinema 412) is a new monthly series highlighting a classic film partnered with a local brewery. 100% of the proceeds of each screening benefits The Hollywood and a local charitable partner (November's partner is Habitat for Humanity. Each event also features a limited edition screenprinted poster created for the film being shown.

Tickets $10, Posters $30, minimum donation required per brew. For more details:
 
Find out More, Buy Tickets There is also a monthly brunch and movie combo.
 
 
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Three Rivers Film Festival - thru Nov 15

Steeltown’s 7th annual event is part of the Three Rivers Film Festival celebrating independent filmmaking in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The event features the first Steeltown Indie Class, showcasing short projects made around the region and local filmmakers will share their experiences about making films here in Pittsburgh. Steeltown Indie offers educational and mentorship opportunities for local filmmakers as well cash grants to help make their projects happen.

Mon, Nov 9  at 7pm - Regent Square Theater

Go to the link for the complete Festival Schedule and info about each film
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Lawrenceville Artists' Studio Tour
   Sunday 10am -6pm

This November is11th consecutive year of opening up studios to the public for a free day of art and creative engagement. What started as a group of 10 artists, has grown into a community of over 45 participants. Every fall the tour educates visitors about different artistic practices and invites people to Lawrenceville to enjoy the neighborhood.

I plan to start my tour with a stop at La Gourmandine French bakery at 4605 Butler.


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WeihnachtsMarkt  in Harmony
           next weekend



Join juried regional artisans, and other vendors as they present a marketplace in the tradition of Germany’s famed Christmas markets, with quality artwork and handcrafted goods as well as German and other European imports plus entertainment and yummy foods in the old-town center of Harmony’s National Historic Landmark District.


My grandchildren loved the ride in the horse-drawn carriage to the sound of the bells on the horses' harnesses and the wonderful cookies at the bakery. Without small children in tow, you might want to try out one of the town's restaurants for brunch or lunch. Find out more
Saturday November 14th – 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday November 15th – 11:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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Wings & Wildlife Art Show - Nov 7 & 8

The Wings & Wildlife Art Show return with vibrant wildlife art. This juried show and marketplace will include 46 locally and nationally known artists from 5 states working in paint, photography, jewelry, ceramics, wood, and more.



Wings & Wildlife was once a successful art show that started at the National Aviary in 1982; ran successfully for over 20 years, and then took a 10 year hiatus. Admission to the Show is free with Aviary admission.  Find out more

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River City Brass - The Home of the Brave

In 1981, something special happened – a musical renaissance took place in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Under the baton of conductor Robert Bernat, the River City Brass took to the Carnegie Music Hall stage for its inaugural concert on November 21st. It was an evening of musical excellence and determination – determination to bring about the revival of the grassroots tradition of the American brass band.

This November, join the band as they recognize those who have given so much to our nation with patriotic tunes such as "Summon the Heroes," "The Stars and Stripes" and "The Armed Forces Salute." Join guests from the US Armed Forces for a very special surprise! Find out more about these concerts and plan to attend one of the wonderful holiday concerts in December.

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Pittsburgh Vintage Mixer

a one-of-a-kind vintage vendor fair that melds community, creative inspiration and nostalgia.

The sixth Mixer kicks off with the Night Owl – an exclusive pre-sale shopping night Friday, November 6, and continues with the Mixer Main Event Saturday, November 7.

The Vintage Mixer’s NIGHT OWL PRE-SALE PARTY is 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, November 6, at Teamsters Hall Local 249, Butler Street, Lawrenceville.

Night Owl ticket holders can enjoy live music from The Gothees, beverages by Allegheny Wine Mixer, entertainment with guest emcee and Pittsburgh drag queen Alora Chateaux,
activities from event sponsors Handmade Arcade and Carnegie Museum of Art, and early shopping access to more than 30 regional genuine vintage sellers. Find out more
Tickets for the Night Owl are limited. Pre-party attendees will receive a complimentary Pittsburgh Vintage Mixer tote bag and a pass for Saturday’s Vintage Mixer Main event!

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NPR Presents: Family Matters

 

Facing first-time loans as a college student or a new mortgage as a third-time home buyer? Either situation comes with risks, opportunities and, of course, questions.

 

To help Pennsylvanians navigate these complex decisions, 90.5 WESA joins NPR to bring NPR Presents: Family Matters to Pittsburgh for a candid conversation about personal finance at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum on November 5 at 7:00 PM. Click here to reserve a free ticket

 

 

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