Spring THINGS
Spring
THINGS
present Gershwin ’ s “ Rhapsody in Blue ” arranged for piano and River City Brass , as well as popular songs from the Great American Songbook .
SamJAMwich : Dead Side of the Peach When : April 8 Where : Hollywood Theater , 1449 Potomac Avenue , Dormont For more info : eventbrite . com
Enjoy a night of jams and mashups featuring the music of the Grateful Dead , Pink Floyd and The Allman Brothers Band .
WSO in the USA When : May 26 & 27 Where : Olin Fine Arts Center , 285 East Wheeling Street , Washington For more info : washsym . org
Spend Memorial Day weekend exploring the USA ’ s rich musical heritage and traditions , decade by decade , with the Washington Symphony Orchestra . This show will include a performance by the winner of the WSO ’ s 2022-23 Young Vocalist Competition .
Way Down Yonder in New Orleans by River City Brass When : April 4 Where : Bethel Park High School , 309 Church Road , Bethel Park For more info : rivercitybrass . org
Early jazz and ragtime sounds will be heard during this spring concert featuring pieces by masters such as Louis Armstrong , King Oliver , Jelly Roll Morton and Sidney Bechel . Those in attendance will enjoy wellknown pieces such as “ What a Wonderful World ,” “ Alexander ’ s Ragtime Band ,” and “ Way Down Yonder in New Orleans .”
Outdoor Fun
Greater Canonsburg Chamber 5K Bunny Run When : April 1 Where : 100 Medical Boulevard , Canonsburg For more info : runsignup . com
The purpose of the Bunny 5K Run is to promote a healthy and active lifestyle . Proceeds from the event will help organize the race for 2024 , award two $ 1,000 student scholarships and promote Canonsburg Chamber members in the area .
Kennywood ’ s 125th Celebration Weekends When : Select dates in April and May Where : Kennywood Park , 4800 Kennywood Boulevard , West Mifflin For more info : kennywood . com
Kennywood has been a hometown destination for timeless fun and cherished memories for 125 years . This is a party to celebrate like only Pittsburgh can throw ! There will be special activities , photo ops , and nostalgic food , drinks , and merchandise .
Special Olympics of Allegheny County Summer Games When : May 13 Where : Baldwin High School Stadium , 4653 Clairton Boulevard , Whitehall For more info : bwschools . net
Cheer on the talented athletes of the Allegheny County Special Olympics in a variety of sporting events hosted by the Baldwin High School Special Olympics Club .
Wildflower Hike When : May 9 Where : Forbes Shelter , 2313-2333 Corrigan Drive , South Park For more info : brentwoodpubliclibrary . org
Are you itching to get outside , breathe in the fresh air , and take in all the sights and sounds of nature ? Enjoy a ranger-led walk in the woods to look for spring wildflowers . Registration is required .
Wildflower Walk at Settlers Cabin Park When : May 6 Where : Settlers Cabin Park ( Panhandle Connector Trail Parking Lot ), 608 Ridge Road , Robinson Township For more info : bridgevillelibrary . org
Join Allegheny County park rangers for a walk in the woods to look for spring wildflowers . Learn which blooms first and last , as well as where to find different species . Registration is required .
Spring in the ‘ Burgh
412Thrive Casino Night When : March 31 Where : The Westin Pittsburgh Ballroom , 1000 Penn Avenue , Downtown Pittsburgh For more info : 412thrive . org
412Thrive is a fast-growing local nonprofit organization caring for individuals affected by breast cancer and genetic mutations that lead to cancer . 412Thrive Casino Night is its first-ever event fundraiser to hopefully fund a full year of services .
The evening will be full of fun with casino games , dancing , and good food and drinks while supporting more than 400 “ Thrivers ”!
American Trailblazer by Pittsburgh Philharmonic When : May 13 Where : Greater Pittsburgh Masonic Center , 3579 Masonic Way , Ross Township For more info : pghphil . org
The Young Soloists competition winner will be featured along with George Walker ’ s “ Lyric for Strings ,” Stravinsky ’ s Firebird Suite , and the Pittsburgh premiere of Florence Price ’ s Symphony No . 3 .
Dick ’ s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon Weekend When : May 6 & 7 For more info : thepittsburghmarathon . com
More than 40,000 people of all ages and abilities participate in the Marathon , Half Marathon , Marathon Relay , 5K , Kids Marathon , Toddler Trot and Pet Walk .
Phipps Spring Flower Show : Five Senses of Splendor When : March 18 through April 16 Where : Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens , 1 Schenley Drive , Pittsburgh ( Oakland ) For more info : phipps . conservatory . org
This annual flower show is always just what flower enthusiasts need after a long , cold winter . Tens of thousands of spring blooms including lilies , amaryllis , petunias , daffodils , tulips , and hyacinths make up a sea of blue , yellow , pink and more . All of your senses will be awakened as you smell the fragrant springtime flowers , feel the unique plant textures around the grand fountain , and hear the colorful chime canopies .
Pittsburgh Women ’ s Expo When : April 2 Where : David L . Lawrence Convention Center , 1000 Fort Duquesne Boulevard , Downtown Pittsburgh For more info : pittsburghwomensexpo . com
The Pittsburgh Women ’ s Expo is a day out for ladies — a day of pampering , fashion and fun . There is something for everyone . n
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