Friday, November 16, 2012
Light Up Night in the City of Pittsburgh is today, Friday, Nov. 16. Closures
Tonight is the 52nd annual Light Up Night in the City of Pittsburgh. Although it’s exciting to kick off the holiday festivities, there are a few parking restrictions and road closures to be aware of if you're headed Downtown from the South Hills Pittsburgh police recommend that visitors use parking garages and surface lots to ensure that visitors aren’t parked in a restricted area. They also want you to be safe while you’re Downtown, and remind visitors to remove valuables from view and keep vehicles locked. The following roads will be closed or restricted during Light Up Night: The following streets will be closed for various Light Up Night activities: More information can be found on the Downtown Pittsburgh Light Up Night website. In …
Friday, October 12, 2012
Scott Township’s Octoberfest celebration is scheduled for Oct. 13 at Scott Park.
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- Mike Jones
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Friday, October 12, 2012
Scott Township’s 12th annual Octoberfest celebration is scheduled for this Saturday, Oct. 13 at Scott Park. There is a full schedule events that includes music, dancing, hayrides, games, food and, of course beer! The events will be all over the park and go from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Check out the event times and locations below… Rhythm Kings – 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. German Dancing – 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Vanessa Campagna – 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Mansfield Five – 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Pumpkin Decorating – Redwood Lodge Inflatables – Lower Park Area Pony Rides – 1 to 4 p.m. Craft Show – Community Room Food Vendors – Upper Park Area Hayrides – Top and Bottom Petting Zoo Chinese Auction K-9 Police Demonstration Scott Township Fire Trucks Like the …
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450 Lindsay Rd, Carnegie, PA
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Thursday, September 27, 2012
Collier Township’s Oktoberfest celebration will be Sept. 29. Check out the events, musical acts and food that will be at the daylong celebration.
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- Mike Jones
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Thursday, September 27, 2012
Collier Township’s Oktoberfest celebration will be Sept. 29. The daylong celebration will go from noon to 11 p.m. and be held in the municipal building’s lower parking lot in the rear. There will be food, music, and activities for the whole family. According to Collier Township officials, there will be “lots of food and fun for everyone.” Authentic German beer will be served by the Pittsburgh Bottleshop Café, ribs on the grill by Texas Roadhouse and other favorite German foods will be available. Like the Chartiers Valley Patch Facebook page or sign up for our Daily E-mail Newsletter! Noon to 4 p.m. 'Ole Herm Helay on the buttonbox 4 p.m. Timothy Earl 5 p.m. Froggy Idol Champ Noah Telish 6 p.m. Backwoods Playboys 7 p.m. Shawn & Hobby 9 p.m…
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Collier Township Municipal Building
2418 Hilltop Rd, Presto, PA
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Wednesday, September 26, 2012
The Heidelberg Oktoberfest celebration is scheduled for Sept. 29 at Heidelberg Park!
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- Mike Jones
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Wednesday, September 26, 2012
Heidelberg’s second annual Oktoberfest celebration is scheduled for Sept. 29 at Heidelberg Park. There are a full schedule events that includes music, dancing, games, food and, of course beer! The events will go from 1 to 8 p.m. with numerous bands and activities during the day, and finish with fireworks to end the festivities. Last year's Oktoberfest was moved into the Heidelberg fire hall because of rain, but organizers are hoping for better weather this year! Read below to find learn more about the events, activities, music, food and parking. Like the Chartiers Valley Patch Facebook page or sign up for our Daily E-mail Newsletter! Don Wojtila Polka Band – 1 to 4 p.m. Mansfield 5 – 4 to 8 p.m. Helen Matlak – Floating around festival …
Thursday, September 20, 2012
Bridgeville Public Library officials want to meet with their counterparts in South Fayette soon to see if the two groups can share or improve services for their patrons.
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- Mike Jones
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Thursday, September 20, 2012
Bridgeville Public Library officials plan to meet with their counterparts in South Fayette soon to see if the two groups can share or improve services for their patrons. The two sides are still trying to figure out a date when they can meet to discuss whether there are mutual benefits to combine activities, collections, accounting services or events. Allegheny County Library Association Executive Director Marilyn Jenkins attended Bridgeville library’s Tuesday night board meeting to see if her organization could facilitate a meeting or the merging of some services. She said other libraries across Allegheny County are in the process of submitting proposals on how to improve their own programming or change working relationships with …
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Bridgeville Public Library
505 McMillan St, Bridgeville, PA
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South Fayette Township Library
515 Millers Run Rd, Morgan, PA
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Friday, September 7, 2012
Find out which Pittsburgh area museums, galleries, parks and other cultural venues are offering free admission on specific days in September and October.
Want to take advantage to visit some of Pittsburgh's greatest assets—for free? Allegheny Regional Asset District (RAD) is offering the chance to do just that during 2012 RADical Days, which runs from Sept. 20 to Oct. 13. Here are some of the featured places around Pittsburgh you can experience for free on specific dates. Participating assets are not offering free admission every day and guests are advised to check listings for each asset’s free date, times and limitations. Admissions are first-come, first-served. Some admissions require advance reservations. Parking fees might be charged at venue lots. We have listed many of the attractions and events below... Sept. 20: Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens in Oakland Sept. 23: The …
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
At least a dozen small business owners will be at Tuesday’s farmers market to “meet and greet” shoppers.
A few new attractions are coming to the Bridgeville Farmers Market. At least a dozen small business owners from Bridgeville’s main drag will be at Tuesday’s farmers market to “meet and greet” shoppers. Liz Calabro, who helps organize community events such as the farmers market, said the vendors will be handing out informational pamphlets and talking with residents, but won’t be selling any products. She said it’s an opportunity to promote the many small businesses that are located throughout town. “It’s a good way for the customers to meet the retailers in town and find out what they’re about without any sales pressure,” Calabro said. “And it’s a good way for retailers to shake hands with customers in our town.” The farmers market is every…
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Northwest Savings Bank
431 Washington Ave, Bridgeville, PA
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Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Area residents showed up for Memorial Day parades and services to honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice. We've posted photos from the various events, but we also are encouraging you to upload your own photos.
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- Mike Jones
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Tuesday, May 29, 2012
People from Bridgeville, Collier, Heidelberg, Scott, South Fayette, Mt. Lebanon and other South Hills communities paid their respects to those who fought and died for our freedom. Many local residents showed up for parades and memorial services this weekend to honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice, and to recognize those who have served or are still serving in the military. We have posted photos from the various events around the area, but we also are encouraging you to upload your own photos and videos from the day’s events. Just click on the “Upload Photos” tab at the top of the bottom of the pages. Or tell us in the comments section what you did Monday to remember our fallen soldiers, sailors, Marines and airmen. Like the …
Friday, April 6, 2012
Here are five events to check out this Easter weekend.
1. Cupcake Decorate with the Easter Bunny Where?/When?: Cupcakes N'At, 10 a.m. on Friday and Saturday Why Go?: The Easter Bunny will be at Cupcakes N'At on Friday April 6th and Saturday April 7th. The kids can decorate their own cupcake with the Easter Bunny for free! 2. Heidelberg VFD Annual Good Friday Fish Fry and Pierogie Sale Where/When: Heidelberg Volunteer Fire Department, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday Why Go: The Heidelberg VFD will hold their annual Good Friday Fish Fry and Pierogie Sale this week. Menu items include fresh hand-breaded cod, grilled cheese, homemade mac and cheese, haluski, different types of pierogies and much more! Call to pre-order! Pricing: Prices vary. 3. Easter Cupcake Decorating Where/When: The Pie Place, 10 …
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
The Festival of Lights began Tuesday and area congregations are having a variety of events and services.
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- Mike Jones
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Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Hanukkah began Tuesday and area congregations and Jewish community centers are preparing for the Festival of Lights this week with dinners, menorah lightings and services. Bethel El Congregation on Cochran Road in Scott Township kicks off the holiday with its Tikki Chanukah dinner at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday Temple Emanuel on Bower Hill Road in Mt. Lebanon will have a Chanukah dinner and candle lighting Wednesday a 6 p.m. It will also have regular services Friday night. Those attending can bring their menorahs for a lighting before the services begin at 7:30 p.m. A worker at the Ahavath Achim Congregation in Carnegie said they will “just be having our regular stuff” during the week. Chabad Jewish Center for Living and Learning is having its …
Mike Jones
9:20 am on Friday, September 28, 2012
You're welcome! Sounds like there will be a couple of great Oktoberfest events this weekend! more ›