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Saturday Aug 18, 2012

Laser Shows

  • Recurrence: Recurring daily
  • Producer: Carnegie Science Center
  • Address: One Allegheny Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15212-5850
  • Event Category: Family Fun

Every show is unique! Live shows dazzle audiences with brilliant colors and rockin' music in the Buhl Digital Dome. Based on audience requests, our laserists choreograph sight-and-sound spectacles of full-dome proportions! Shows and schedules change quarterly. For schedule details and complete show listings, visit our website or call (412) 237-3400 for more information.

Melange Caribbean Nite

  • Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Saturday
  • Producer: Powa-House Unlimited Enterprises
  • Event Category: Music

Adult Caribbean Night is a new & exciting event in the Downtown Pittsburgh area. It will cater to all those that enjoy the sounds of the Caribbean. This event will offer EVERY type of Caribbean music enjoyed. From Roots Rock Reggae, Calypso, SOCA, Dancehall, DUB, and Rare Grooves - we have something for everyone. This night is for the Mature & Secure crowd. Guaranteed to bring out the Islander in you! The atmosphere at the Mélange Bistro Bar + Incredible Music & Friends = A Gr... More Details

Swing City

  • Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Saturday
  • Producer: Bobby D
  • Location: Wightman School Community Building
  • Address: 5604 Solway St, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
  • Event Category: Dance
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Pittsburgh's biggest weekly swing dance happens every Saturday night at Bobby D's Swing City! No partner needed! Just bring yourself and after our beginner lesson we'll have you dancing all night long! Beginner Dance Lesson starts at 8:00 P.M. Dance is from 9:00 PM-Midnight. Cover: $11.00 (includes lesson) Safe Area in Squirrel Hill ~ Great Atmosphere ~ No Smoking ~ All Ages

Tough Art

An exhibition of four, original, interactive artworks that are “tough” enough to withstand kid handling. Play with a giant kaleidoscope, activate a sculpture with your voice and more! This exhibit is supported by a grant from the Federal Institute of Museum and Library Sciences.

14th Annual Thunder Mountain Lenape' Nation Native American Festival

  • Producer: Thunder Mountain Lenape Nation
  • Location: Thunder Mountain Lenape' Nation festival grounds
  • Address: 236 Skyline Dr, Saltsburg, PA 15681
  • Event Category: Arts + Culture
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August 18-19 Native Americans gather from across the country to demonstrate dancing, drumming, storytelling and more. Native American and crafted art and food. Come experience Native American culture. Fun and educational for the whole family

Findlay Township's "Fair in the Woodlands"

  • Recurrence: Recurring daily
  • Producer: Findlay Township
  • Location: Clinton Community Park
  • Address: 86 Clinton Park Drive,, Clinton, PA 15026
  • Event Category: Festivals/Fairs/Parades
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FINDLAY TOWNSHIP’S 37TH ANNUAL “FAIR IN THE WOODLANDS” AUGUST 17-18, 2012 CLINTON COMMUNITY PARK (5 minutes from Pittsburgh International Airport) Food, games, exhibits, entertainment, crafts, parade, fireworks, children’s activities, 5K Race/Fun Walk For more information, 724-695-0500 or visit our website at: www.findlay.pa.us/

First Annual Memorial Bike Run 2012

  • Producer: Kelly
  • Location: Kopper Kettle
  • Address: 2 Kopper Kettle Road, Washington, PA 15301
  • Event Category: Fund Raisers
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First Annual Memorial Bike Run In Memory of Charles Jenkins 1982-2008 All Proceeds Benefit: American Foundation For Suicide Prevention (AFSP.org) Ride To Honor a Loved one Lost to Suicide Ride To Raise Awareness Ride To Break The Stigma Ride To Save Lives

FREE TITLEIST PERFORMANCE INSTITUTE (TPI) CERTIFIED GOLF FITNESS IN-SERVICE

  • Producer: InMOTION PERFORMANCE
  • Location: South Hills Karate Academy
  • Address: 705 Clairton Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15236
  • Event Category: Sports & Recreation
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There are 3 items that can contribute to your success on the golf course: proper swing mechanics, great equipment, and your body. Most people readily address the first 2, but often overlook the third. Come join InMOTION PERFORMANCE at 2 PM on Saturday August 18, 2012 as hosted by SOUTH HILLS KARATE ACADEMY, 705 Clairton Blvd, as we provide a brief overview of common physical limitations that may be holding you back from reaching your full athletic performance. We will go through the Titleist Per... More Details

Grown & Classy After Dark

  • Producer: n-motion entertainment
  • Location: The Club Sport and Health
  • Address: 1 Racquet Lane, Monroeville, PA 15146
  • Event Category: Music
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DJ Mighty Man pounds the sounds with the best in R&B and old school. Put on your favorite outfit on, come and party with mature adults! Enjoy The Club atmosphere and have your special event, birthday party, or corporate event at Grown & Classy After Dark.

Hit the Deck Sunset Party

  • Producer: Hidden Valley Resort/Skyline Ventures
  • Location: Hidden Valley Resort
  • Address: 1 Craighead Dr, Hidden Valley, PA 15502
  • Event Category: Music
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Enjoy great entertainment, food and drink specials, and fireworks at the Hit the Deck Sunset Party at Hops Pub at Hidden Valley Resort on Saturday, August 18. Entertainment features Denise Baldwin 3 - 6 p.m., the JWP Band from 6 - 9 p.m. and The House Band 9:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. Fireworks start at 9 p.m.

Liederabend and Living History

Old Economy Village celebrates the 204th birthday of businesswoman and musician Gertrude Rapp with living history and a concert featuring some of Pittsburgh's brightest up-and-coming opera stars. The recital of German art song, held in the historic Feast Hall at 2 PM, features Lori Carrau, Lara Lynn Cottrill, Katlyn Kovachick, Emily Lapisardi, Rosemary Pavlovsky, Robyn Peterson, Rebecca Rumfelt,Henry St. George Tucker,and pianist Rebekah Hill. Living history presenters and refreshments all day. ... More Details

MarriageLive

  • Producer: Cleansing Stream Ministries
  • Location: South Hills Assembly of God
  • Address: 2725 Bethel Church Road, Bethel Park, PA 15102
  • Event Category: Misc.
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MarriageLive is a four-week study course and one-day event in Pittsburgh that addresses challenges faced in marriages today. Couples will be given the opportunity to renew their wedding vows at the retreat.

Must-See Acoustic Performances: Marty Ashby of Manchester Craftman’s Guild

  • Producer: Carnegie Science Center
  • Address: One Allegheny Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15212-5850
  • Event Category: Music
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Listen to local musicians from 2-3 pm at our acoustic sound stage, sponsored by Sonic, throughout the run of our rockin’ GUITAR exhibit, in cooperation with WDVE and WYEP. Marty Ashby of Manchester Craftman’s Guild will be the performance of the day.

Pittsburgh Roller Derby

Steel City Roller Derby rolls again in another double header bout on August 18, 2012. The SCRD All Stars, Steel Hurtin', face off against Dairyland Derby Dolls from Madison Wisconsin in this WFTDA sanctioned matchup. In addition, SCRD's Blitzburgh Bombers face off against Little Steel Derby Girls' All Stars. Saturday, August 18, 2012, Romp N Roll in Glenshaw. Doors 6:00, hot derby action 7:00. Tickets $10 in advance, $15 at the door. Kids 10 and under get in FREE!! Buy online here: http://www.br... More Details

Pure Gold Concert

  • Producer: Kean Theatre
  • Location: Kean Theatre
  • Address: 5847 Meridian Road, Gibsonia, PA 15044
  • Event Category: Music
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A fun-filled and energetic show – one that is sure to get the audiences out of their seat and dancing to the beat of classic favorites from the 1950s, ‘60s and ‘70s. This talented act features fantastic four-part harmony and an exceptional blend of blues, doo-wop, R&B standards and original material. For tickets call 724-444-KEAN (5326) or visit www.keantheatre.com. Like the Kean Theatre on Facebook for information about upcoming shows and discounts.

Science Sleepover: Girls Only

In celebration of the Girl Scouts’ 100th Anniversary, Carnegie Science Center is hosting a science sleepover for girls only! Explore the science behind superheroes, take part in exciting scientific experiments, and enjoy a breathtaking Omnimax movie. The Science Center will help fuel your brain power by providing a late-night snack and continental breakfast in the morning. Saturday’s slumber party begins at 6:30 pm and concludes at 9:30 a.m. the following day. Fee for all sleepovers ... More Details

Stars at Riverview Jazz Series - Eric Johnson

  • Producer: Pittsburgh Citiparks
  • Location: Riverview Park
  • Address: Riverview Avenue, , PA 15214
  • Event Category: Music

"Stars at Riverview" brings Pittsburgh's premier jazz to Riverview Park on Saturday evenings! So bring a lawn chair or spread a blanket on Observatory Hill for an entire summer of free, incredible musical entertainment. After the concerts, stay for Dollar Bank Cinema in the Park, movies the entire family can enjoy. Inclement weather may cause concert cancellations. In the event of a cancellation, a message will play on the concert hotline 412-255-2493. Sponsored by BNY Mellon and ARAD.

Super CPR Saturday

  • Producer: Myself
  • Location: Bridgeville Volunteer Fire Department
  • Address: 370 Commercial Dr, Bridgeville, PA 15017
  • Event Category: Workshops/Seminars/Lectures

CPR classes will be held at the Bridgeville Volunteer Fire Dept. on August 18th, 2012. Come learn Adult/Child and infant CPR. 2 year certification classes through the American Heart Association. 2 classes available. 8am and 5pm. Cost is $35.00

Community Art Celebration

  • Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Sunday, Saturday
  • Producer: Greensburg Art Club
  • Address: 230 Todd School Road, Greensburg, PA 15601
  • Event Category: Arts + Culture

There will be 6 workshops, one for each Saturday and Sunday for the first 3 weekends in August 2012. All of the main workshops are presented by nationally recognized artists and are fee-based with all materials and lunch included. Workshops run from 10 am to 4 pm. All extra activities are FREE and run from 11 am - 4 pm culminating with live music each day. There is a free shuttle bus from Excela Health on Pellis Road (first 2 buildings on right from Rt 130) to Greensburg Art Center. (Parking at ... More Details

Pittsburgh Bikefest

Pittsburgh's biggest cycling event, for cyclists, by cyclists! It's Bike Pittsburgh's annual celebration of all things bicycling, showcasing Pittsburgh in all of its uniqueness and beauty.

Pittsburgh Restaurant Week

The Pittsburgh Restaurant Week Summer 2012 celebration will spotlight Pittsburgh food and restaurants through fine dining, fresh harvests and outdoor seating with week-long deals across the area.

Field to Fork

  • Recurrence: Recurring daily
  • Producer: Bedner's Greenhouse
  • Location: Bedner's Farm and Greenhouse
  • Address: 315 Coleman Rd., McDonald, PA 15057
  • Event Category: Food
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Field to Fork - An interactive food event * U-Pick Veggies – Take a hayride out to our produce fields to pick-your-own fresh vegetables. The veggies to be picked at each event will depend on crop conditions, and will be at least one of the following: cabbage, cucumber, eggplant, peppers, sweet corn, tomatoes and zucchini. U-Pick and Hayride: $12 a chip basket will be provided to fill with produce Hayride Only: $5, children under 3 are free Hayrides will leave the Greenhouse at 2:00pm, 3:00... More Details

Chekhov Festival - Funny Chekhov

  • Recurrence: Recurring daily
  • Producer: Pittsburgh Irish & Classical Theatre
  • Location: The Charity Randall Theatre in the Stephen Foster Memorial, Oakland
  • Venue: Pittsburgh Irish & Classical Theatre
  • Address: 4301 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15213
  • Event Category: Theater
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Five short comic plays and vaudevilles by Anton Chekhov! "The Bear", "The Proposal", "Drama: A Comedy", "Swan Song" and "On the Evils of Tobacco".

Chekhov Festival - Ivanov

  • Recurrence: Recurring daily
  • Producer: Pittsburgh Irish & Classical Theatre
  • Location: The Charity Randall Theatre in the Stephen Foster Memorial, Oakland
  • Venue: Pittsburgh Irish & Classical Theatre
  • Address: 4301 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15213
  • Event Category: Theater
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US Premiere of new version by Tom Stoppard! A sort of comic Hamlet, Ivanov is overcome with inertia and self-disgust. his wife is dying and he feels nothing. He is drowning in debt and despair, and he does nothing. Is it him? Is it Russia? Ivanov was the twenty-seven-year-old Chekhov's shot at dispatching the 'superfluous man' of Russian literature, and in surrounding him with a brilliantly drawn set of provincial types he created some of the finest comedy he ever wrote.

Chekhov Festival - After Chekhov (plays by Brian Friel)

Two plays by Brian Friel, inspired by Anton Chekhov! In "The Yalta Game" (inspired by "Lady with the Lapdog"), two strangers almost manage to convince one another that disappointments are 'merely the postponement of happiness to come...' "Afterplay" features Uncle Vanya's niece Sonya, now in her forties and the only customer in a run-down cafe in 1920's Moscow...until the arrival of the Three Sisters' brother Andrei.

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