Gingerbread House Workshop
When: December 6 Where: Western Allegheny Community Library, 181 Bateman Road, Oakdale For more info: westernalleghenylibrary. org A long-standing tradition at the library! An iced tea container base will be provided to make a gingerbread house but you will need to bring a can of frosting and a baking sheet to build on. Prior to the program, you will also drop off a candy decoration to be shared. This workshop is for families of all ages but space is limited; register online.
Kinsey Events Holiday Vintage Market
When: November 21 & 22 Where: 7237 Noblestown Road, Oakdale For more info: kinseyevents. com
There will be more than 50 antique, vintage and artisan vendors from all over the tri-state area. Hand-poured candles, repurposed jewelry, seasonal floral pieces, and small-batch chocolate will be just a few of the handmade items for sale.
SEASONAL SHOWS
‘ An Old Skool Christmas’
When: December 12 Where: The Tonidale Pub, 7001 Steubenville Pike, Oakdale For more info: thetonidalepub. com
Groove into the holiday season with this festive party featuring a performance by Old Skool, the ultimate tribute to throwback dance jams.
‘ The Best Christmas Pageant Ever’
When: December 5 – 7, 12 – 14, and 19 – 21 Where: Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center, 1 Lincoln Park, Midland For more info: lincolnparkarts. org
In this hilarious classic, a couple struggling to put on a church Christmas pageant is faced with casting the Herdman family— probably the most awful kids in history!
‘ The Nutcracker’ at Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center
When: December 12 – 14 and 19 – 21 Where: 1 Lincoln Park, Midland For more info: lincolnparkarts. org
The magic of Tchaikovsky’ s masterpiece returns in this long-standing tradition. Follow Clara on her event-filled Christmas Eve adventure in an adaptation of the timeless classic.
The Old Schoolhouse Players Present‘ Nuncrackers’
When: December 5 – 14 Where: Bud Allison Memorial Auditorium at Mt. Pleasant Community Center, 20 Wabash Avenue, Hickory For more info: osptheater. com
The“ Nunsense” Christmas musical,“ Nuncrackers,” is presented as the first TV special taped in the Cable Access Studio built by Reverend Mother in the convent basement. It stars the nuns you love, plus Father Virgil and four of Mount Saint Helen’ s most talented students.
Pittsburgh Jazz Orchestra Presents a Young Artist Showcase Concert
When: December 7 Where: Andrew Carnegie Free Library and Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie For more info: carnegiecarnegie. org / event
This multigenerational series celebrates the city’ s rich jazz heritage while showcasing fresh talent. The featured artist for this concert will be Soojin Park.
Saturday Soirées:‘ Wicked Wordplay’ with Catherine Kolos
When: November 22 Where: Andrew Carnegie Free Library and Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie For more info: carnegiecarnegie. org
Catherine Kolos brings her latest cabaret,“ Wicked Wordplay”— a saucy tribute to sensational lyricists who know how to turn a phrase— to the Carnegie’ s cozy Studio stage.
West Hills Symphonic Band Holiday Concert
When: December 14 Where: Montour High School, 223 Clever Road, McKees Rocks For more info: whsb. org
This WHSB concert will feature lots of seasonal favorites to brighten the holiday season.
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 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 holidays with the Pittsburgh Symphony, the Mendelssohn Choir, and guest vocalist Blaine Alden Krauss in this annual offering of seasonal music.
Highmark Light Up Night
When: November 23 Where: Downtown Pittsburgh( various locations) For more info: visitpittsburgh. com
This official kickoff to the Pittsburgh holiday season combines long-standing traditions and new holiday experiences with a supersized fireworks display as the big finale.
Holiday Brass Spectacular
When: December 16 Where: Heinz Hall, 600 Penn Avenue, Downtown Pittsburgh For more info: pittsburghsymphony. org
Join the symphony’ s brass musicians for a festive holiday tradition featuring timeless masterpieces, thrilling premieres, and renowned guest artists.
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