Oglebay Winter Festival of Lights
When: Through January 4 Where: Oglebay Resort, 465 Lodge Drive, Wheeling, WV For more info: oglebay. com
This is one of the largest holiday light shows in the region and attracts more than a million visitors each year. The 2,000-acre historic Oglebay Park is one of the most famous landmarks in West Virginia and will be illuminated with millions of twinkling lights. Enjoy a 6-mile drive through the spectacular display, covering 300 acres and including 90 lit-up attractions.
HOLIDAY FESTIVALS AND FUN
Baldwin Holiday Festival
When: December 12 Where: Borough Building, 3344 Churchview Avenue, Baldwin For more info: baldwinborough. org
This event will include vendors, food trucks, a craft corner for kids, hot chocolate and sweets, visits with Santa, holiday carols, and the lighting of the Christmas tree. In the spirit of giving, attendees are asked to contribute a non-perishable food item or monetary donation for the local food pantry.
Breakfast with Santa – Collier
When: December 7 Where: Community Center, 5 Lobaugh Street, Oakdale For more info: colliertownship. net
Those in attendance will enjoy breakfast, crafts, and a picture with Santa.
Brentwood Library’ s Christmas Bingo
When: December 18 Where: Program Room, 3501 Brownsville Road, Brentwood For more info: brentwoodpubliclibrary. org
Enjoy festive bingo, a catered lunch, drinks, and dessert at this event. Reservations are required by Dec. 9. Check the website for the cost and other information.
Canonsburg’ s Old-Fashioned Christmas
When: December 5 & 6 Where: Pike Street, Canonsburg For more info: canonsburgsoldfashionedchristmas. com Canonsburg’ s Old-Fashioned Christmas attracts more than 30,000 visitors annually. The town turns into a veritable Hallmark movie scene, with a Christmas market, tree lighting, Santa, activities, and holiday food galore.
Civil War: Christmas Ornaments
When: December 6 Where: Peters Township Public Library, 616 East McMurray Road, McMurray For more info: ptlibrary. org
This event offers a brief historical talk about Christmastime traditions and activities during the Civil War. Participants will get an opportunity to make ornaments inspired by the history. Registration is required.
Family Sing-Along at Mt. Lebanon Public Library
When: November 28 Where: Mt. Lebanon Public Library( Meeting Room A), 16 Castle Shannon Boulevard, Mt. Lebanon For more info: mtlebanonlibrary. org
Join music teacher extraordinaire Margaret Hooton and her brother Bob Barnett for their fun and interactive after- Thanksgiving sing-along. It’ s musical fun for the whole family.
Frontier Holiday Traditions
When: December 7 Where: Oliver Miller Homestead, 1 Stone Manse Drive, South Park For more info: olivermillerhomestead. org
Scots-Irish pioneers brought with them Old-World traditions that included dancing, music, pomp, and ceremony. Dance a set, have a time, and fly your tartans for auld lang syne. Ring in the new year in old-fashioned style with live music, dancing, and a traditional tea set at the Oliver Miller Homestead.
Holiday Nature Ornaments
When: December 3 Where: Mingo Creek Park Office, 558 Mingo Creek Road, Finleyville For more info: washingtoncopa. gov
Bring a little nature indoors this holiday season! Create holiday ornaments for your tree using things scavenged from
Mingo Creek Park. Hot chocolate and a treat will be served. Pre-registration is required. Fee: $ 2.
Holly Jolly Handmade!
When: December 13 Where: Baldwin Borough Public Library, 5230 Wolfe Drive, Baldwin For more info: baldwinborolibrary. org
Enjoy a merry afternoon of crafting festive holiday ornaments!
Jingle & Mingle: A Very Merry Karaoke Night
When: December 4 Where: Western Allegheny Community Library, 181 Bateman Road, Oakdale For more info: westernalleghenylibrary. org
Get ready to“ sleigh” the stage at this special karaoke night where holiday hits, guilty pleasures, and off-key carols are all welcome! The event is for adults only and registration is required; space is limited.
Pennsylvania Trolley Museum’ s Santa Trolley
When: November 28 – 30 and December 6 & 7, 13 & 14, and 20 & 21 Where: 1 Museum Road, Washington For more info: pa-trolley. org
Celebrate the season on a trolley with Santa, see the toy train display, enjoy caroling and hot cocoa, and make a keepsake to remember the day.
Western Allegheny Community Library’ s Gingerbread House Workshop
When: December 6 Where: 181 Bateman Road, Oakdale For more info: westernalleghenylibrary. org An iced tea container base will be provided while participants bring a can of frosting and a cookie / baking sheet to build on. They’ ll also be asked to drop off a candy decoration to share prior to the program. This event is for families of all ages. Register online; space is limited.
Winter Market and Holiday Celebration
When: December 6 Where: Uptown Business District( Washington Road), Mt. Lebanon For more info: mtlebopartnership. org
This winter market will feature regional vendors, seasonal treats, handcrafted gifts, and family-friendly activities.
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