WHAT ’ S NEWS IN CHARTIERS VALLEY
DAZZLING NIGHTS AT PITTSBURGH BOTANIC GARDEN
See Pittsburgh Botanic Garden in a whole new light ! You can journey through a field of 2,000 illuminated flowers , and experience the forest lit with the golden glow of Moroccan lanterns strung from the trees ! A beautiful 30 ' stained glass tree is featured along the walk , and afterward there are lots of holiday-inspired treats and desserts available , along with seasonal beverages .
The nighttime walks will be available through Jan . 1 . Visit dazzlingpittsburgh . com for tickets and more information .
OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENTS !
Four Chartiers Valley seniors signed letters of intent to compete at the college level on National Signing Day . Marta Gualazzi signed with Robert Morris University for softball , Payton O ’ Malley signed with Bowling Green University for women ’ s soccer , Rhiannon Molnar signed with Cleveland State for women ’ s soccer , and Zoe Fries signed with Duquesne University for women ’ s soccer .
Additionally , three Chartiers Valley musicians were selected to represent the district at the PMEA District 1 Honors Band : Maddie Cioccio , Wesley Madge , and Renee Hill .
Congratulations to all of these outstanding students !
‘ THE NUTCRACKER ’
Don ’ t miss this wonderful holiday favorite from Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre ! “ The Nutcracker ” is a ballet for all ages . Choreographed by Terence S . Orr , this colorful celebration of dance includes hundreds of characters for an unforgettable adventure through the Land of Enchantment , set to the iconic music of Tchaikovsky . For tickets , visit pbt . org .
Performances : Friday , Dec . 15 – 7 p . m . Saturday , Dec . 16 – 2 p . m . Saturday , Dec . 16 – 7 p . m . Sunday , Dec . 17 – noon Sunday , Dec . 17 – 4:30 p . m . ( Sensory-friendly Performance ) Wednesday , Dec . 20 – 7 p . m . Thursday , Dec . 21 – 7 p . m .
A WALK THROUGH HISTORY
Much of the Kane Woods Nature Area was once owned by General John Neville , who served alongside George Washington in the Revolutionary War . His name is familiar in the area since Woodville , also known as Neville House , was built by him .
Kane Woods is an ideal place for hiking and bird watching , even in winter ! There are also deer , fox , wild turkeys and other forest animals among the five trails . And the area looks even more magical when blanketed in snow . The quiet calm of the forest in winter is perfect to enjoy a peaceful walk , away from the noise and electronics of our world .
Friday , Dec . 22 – 7 p . m . Saturday , Dec . 23 – 2 p . m . Saturday , Dec . 23 – 7 p . m . Tuesday , Dec . 26 – 2 p . m . Tuesday , Dec . 26 – 7 p . m . Wednesday , Dec . 27 – 2 p . m . Wednesday , Dec . 27 – 7 p . m . Thursday , Dec . 28 – 2 p . m .
To plan your visit , scottconservancy . org has a trail map that can be downloaded , photos and a helpful video . Also , watch the website for possible dates to drop off Christmas trees for recycling into mulch for the Kane Woods trails .
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