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Magic! Holiday Pittsburgh Civic Orchestra Concert: The Romantic Spirit Chatham Baroque – Art of the Trio Date: Feb. 14 Time: 7:30 p.m. Address: Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2040 Washington Road, Upper St. Clair Contact: chathambaroque.org Its annual concert in celebration of artistic directors Andrew Fouts, Patricia Halverson, and Scott Pauley and their boundless exploration of intimate chamber music from the Baroque and beyond. Gemini Children’s Theater Productions: ‘The Velveteen Rabbit’ and ‘Alice in Wonderland’ Dates: Through Dec. 22 (Velveteen); Jan. 18-Feb. 2 (Alice) Address: 420 Chartiers Avenue, McKees Rocks Contact: geminitheater.org Interactive shows for children adapted from the classic tales you know and love. ‘The Nerd’ by the Old Schoolhouse Players Dates: Feb. 28 & 29; March 1 and 6-8 Address: 20 Wabash Avenue, Hickory Contact: 724.344.7467 In “The Nerd” by Larry Shue, an aspiring young architect owes his life to a fellow ex-GI whom he has never met, and is delighted when he shows up unexpectedly but soon finds him to be a bumbling oaf. His continued presence brings about one uproarious incident after another, leading up to a surprising story ending. Holiday Concert by the Pittsburgh Civic Orchestra Date: Feb. 16 Time: 4 p.m. Address: St. Bernard Church, 311 Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon Contact: pittsburghcivicorchestra.net, or 412.854.1389 Enjoy romantic music including Schubert Symphony No. 8 and Astor Piazzolla “Nuevo Tango”! The PCO’s mission is to provide a place where volunteer musicians may gather for the joy of playing classical music and perform for the benefit of the community. Pittsburgh Children’s Theater Series Presents ‘The Magic School Bus’ Date: Jan. 11 Times: 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Address: Mellon Middle School, Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon Contact: trustarts.org/pct_home/ events/series/childrens-theater- series Hop on the Magic School Bus for a ride in this new musical adaptation! When the class gets lost on the way to the planetarium, Ms. Frizzle saves the day by blasting into outer space for an epic interplanetary field trip. Ice Show at South Park Date: Feb. 24 Time: 7 p.m. Address: South Park Ice Rink, 30 Corrigan Drive, South Park Contact: alleghenycounty.us, or 412.835.4810 An annual themed show featuring the students who have taken ice skating lessons at South Park! Date: Dec. 21 Time: 7:30 p.m. Address: Upper St. Clair High School Theater, 1825 McLaughlin Run Road, Upper St. Clair Contact: pittsburghcivicorchestra.net, or 412.854.1389 Enjoy holiday favorites including the Vaughn Williams Christmas Suite! The PCO’s mission is to provide a place where volunteer musicians may gather for the joy of playing classical music and perform for the benefit of the community. USC Music in the Stacks: A Holiday Concert with the Aeolian Winds Date: Dec. 19 Time: 7 p.m. Address: Upper St. Clair Library, 1820 McLaughlin Run Road, Upper St. Clair Contact: twpusc.org, or 412.835.5540 Join this chamber wind ensemble for an evening of beautiful holiday music, including both standards and classics. ‘The Beauty of the Beasts’ Concert by Washington Symphony Orchestra Date: March 1 Time: 3 p.m. Address: Trinity High School, 231 Park Avenue, Washington Contact: washsym.org, or 724.223.9796 A celebration of animals, real and imagined! Winter Wellness & Whimsy Canonsburg Lake Year-Round Fishing Address: 108 McDowell Lane, Canonsburg Contact: fishandboat.com Did you know that you can fish year-round at this 76-acre lake owned by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and managed by the Fish and Boat Continued on page 22 > 20 724.942.0940 TO ADVERTISE ❘ icmags.com