HANDCRAFTED FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Castle Shannon VFD Holiday Craft Show
When: November 22 & 23 Where: Memorial Hall & Firemen’ s Hall, 3600 Library Road, Castle Shannon For more info: csvfd. org
Enjoy a bake sale, auction, shopping for unique holiday gifts, and much more.
Christmas Affair Craft Show
When: November 8 Where: John McMillan Presbyterian, 875 Clifton Road, Bethel Park For more info: johnmcmillanpc. org / christmasaffair
Around 50 crafters will be participating in this annual show. There will also be a café, bake shop and Chinese auction. All proceeds benefit local missions. Admission is free.
The Gifting Market
When: December 5-7 Where: Silent Brook Barn, 2161 Hundred Acres Drive, South Park For more info: thegiftingmarket. com
This market offers a unique and stress-free shopping experience as well as exceptional, hand-selected creations from local artisans and makers from across the country. Shoppers can purchase gifts or treat themselves! They can also support Foster Love Project and Cali Cats Rescue, two nonprofit organizations serving our communities.
Guardian Angel Academy’ s Christmas Craft Show
When: December 6 Where: Guardian Angel Academy, 915 Alice Street, Green Tree For more info: guardianangelacademy. org / fundraising
More than 80 vendors will be selling their handmade items at this annual craft show. There will also be concessions, a bake sale, and a basket auction.
Holiday-A-Fair
When: November 8 Where: Bethel Presbyterian Church, 2999 Bethel Church Road, Bethel Park For more info: Call Pam Decker at 412.780.3185.
This annual craft show will feature lots of vendors, basket raffles, and a bake sale. Proceeds will support missions locally and abroad.
Joy of Christmas Craft Show
When: November 22 Where: St. Louise de Marillac School and Parish Center, 320 McMurray Road, Upper St. Clair For more info: sclpgh. org
The Labouré Ladies Guild’ s annual show will offer lots of shopping plus a bake sale, Chinese auction, a 50 / 50 raffle, and snacks for purchase.
PTHS Craft & Vendor Show
When: November 8 Where: Peters Township High School, 121 Rolling Hills Drive, McMurray For more info: ptsd. k12. pa. us
Get ready for the holidays! More than 90 vendors will be selling art, food, clothing, skin care, home goods, jewelry, candles, holiday goods and decor. Food trucks will also be part of this event.
South Arts Pittsburgh Artists Market
When: November 8 & 9 Where: Schoolhouse Arts & History Center, 2600 South Park Road, Bethel Park For more info: southartspittsburgh. org
Local artists will be displaying and selling their artwork and framed photos, plus jewelry, cards and matted prints. There will also be a basket raffle with chances to win artwork. Proceeds benefit the Bethel Park Historical Society.
South Park Township Library Holiday Market
When: November 29 Where: South Park Community Center, 2575 Brownsville Road, South Park For more info: southparklibrary. org
This event will include vendors, crafters, food and much more!
WINTER WELLNESS & WHIMSY
The Deerslayer Trail Run
When: December 7 Where: South Park Fairgrounds( South Park Cottage), Brownsville Road, South Park For more info: gprrc. com
Lace up for a 4- or 8-mile race in South Park!
The Gratitude Run
When: November 27 Where: Montour Trail, 750 Bebout Road, Venetia For more info: visitwashingtoncountypa. com This 5K run / walk is a great way to support a local family in need. The event raises money that will directly benefit a predesignated local family experiencing tough times.
Owl Prowl
When: November 14 Where: Mingo Creek Park Shelter 11, 558 Mingo Creek Road, Finleyville For more info: washingtoncopa. gov
Take a night hike in Mingo Creek Park to listen for vocalizations of resident owls. Screech and barred owls may be heard. This is a fun-filled family outing. Dress for the weather and moderate hiking. Preregistration is required.
Run Santa Run
When: December 14 Where: South Park Fairgrounds, 1988 Brownsville Road, South Park For more info: gcxcrunningseries. com
Join hundreds of runners and walkers from all over Western Pennsylvania to fill the park with Santas and elves at the Run Santa Run. Register early.
Turkey Trot
When: November 27 Where: Montour Trail, 515 Clifton Road, Bethel Park For more info: runsignup. com
Start your Thanksgiving with a 5K run and walk on the Montour Trail! Early registration is recommended. The event is capped at 400 participants.
HOLIDAYS IN THE BURGH
‘ A Musical Christmas Carol’
When: December 13 – 23 Where: Byham Theater, 101 Sixth Street, Downtown Pittsburgh For more info: pittsburghclo. org
This show is the spirit of the season, wrapped up with your favorite yuletide melodies and some holiday magic. See Scrooge, Bob Cratchit, Tiny Tim, and a host of other colorful characters in this lively version of the classic story.
Highmark Holiday Pops
When: December 12 – 21( Check the website for specific performance dates.) Where: Heinz Hall, 600 Penn Avenue, Downtown Pittsburgh For more info: pittsburghsymphony. org
Celebrate the holiday season with the Pittsburgh Symphony, the Mendelssohn
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