More Fall Fun
2016 Craft Extravaganza
Date : Oct . 8 Time : 10 a . m . to 3 p . m . Address : Sisters of Divine Providence , 9000 Babcock Boulevard , Allison Park Contact : cdpsisters . org , or 412.635.5401
Freshen things up this fall ! A wide variety of crafts , 50 / 50 and raffle baskets ! Proceeds benefit the Sisters of Divine Providence charities . Visit the website for more information .
Hampton Public Library NEA Big Read
Dates : Oct . 19 and 20 Times : 6:30 p . m . ( Wed .), 1 p . m . ( Thurs .) Address : Hampton Library , 3103 McCully Road , Allison Park Contact : hamptoncommunitylibrary . org , or 412.684.1098
Get involved ! Join Hampton Community Library in participating in the National Endowment for the Arts ( NEA ) Big Read this fall . The NEA Big Read is a national program that offers grants to support organizations in developing community-wide programs that encourage reading and participation by diverse audiences . The library is partnering with PrimeStage Theater and other local libraries to get into the “ Big Read ” discussion of Harper Lee ’ s “ To Kill a Mockingbird .” Book discussions to be held in the library on the dates and times above . Call , or visit the website for more information .
Lake Arthur Fall Foliage Cruises
Dates : Saturdays and Sundays from early September through October – check the website for the exact dates and times . Reservations advised . Address : Moraine State Park , 118 North Shore Drive , Portersville Contact : morainepreservationfund . org / category / nautical _ nature , or 724.368.9185
Get inspired by the beauty of fall foliage reflected on water by participating in a cruise that includes a 1.5-hour fully narrated tour of Lake Arthur . The Captains and First Mates talk about park history and fascinating points of interest , and will answer questions . Weekend cruise tickets can be ordered online , or by calling . Visit the website for more information .
Zelienople on Tap
Date : Oct . 8 Times : 2 to 4 p . m . ( Session 1 ), 5 to 7 p . m . ( Session 2 ), 8 to 10 p . m . ( Session 3 ) Address : East Beaver Street , Zelienople Contact : myzeliepark . org , or 724.452.0231 Fee : $ 40 / session – Beer Tasting and Concert Admission , or $ 10 Concert Admission only
Support The Zelienople Community Park New Pool Initiative and The Zelienople Area Public Library this fall by attending The Beer and Music Festival at Zelienople Community Park ! Enjoy craft beer vendors and munch with Best Eats and Treats , Voodoo , Wok of Life , and ShuBrew . Jam with a full concert line-up featuring Renegade Roosters , Dizzy Woosh and Bastard Bearded Irishmen . Tickets are available on Eventbrite : Zelie on Tap . ( No outside food , coolers , alcohol permitted .) Visit the website for more details .
Run / Walk Off the Halloween Candy Hampton Alliance for Educational Excellence ( HAEE ) 5K Race For Educational Excellence
Date : Oct . 15 Address : Hartwood Acres-Concert Area Entrance , 4073 Middle Road , Allison Park Contact : hamptonalliance . org , or 412.486.6000 , ext . 1700
Join your family , friends and community for a fun morning with live entertainment , refreshments , games and more ! The race course is in the beautiful Hartwood Acres Park , starting at the concert area on Middle Road next to Central Elementary . Proceeds benefit the students enrolled in the Hampton Township School District . Visit the website for registration and for more details .
Paws for the Cure
Date : October – check the website for the exact date . Address : Hartwood Acres-Concert Area Entrance , 4073 Middle Road , Allison Park Contact : komenpittsburgh . org , or 412.342.0500
Take part in the Annual Komen Pittsburgh Paws for the Cure Dog Walk through Hartwood Acres . Enjoy vendor and sponsor tents , agility demonstrations , doggy contests in the contest area and entertainment for the whole family . All proceeds benefit Komen Pittsburgh Affiliate . Visit the website for more information .
6th Annual Pineapple Classic 5K
Date : Sept . 17 Time : 9 a . m . Address : Hartwood Acres-Concert Area Entrance , 4073 Middle Road , Allison Park Contact : events . lls . org / pages / wpa / pineapple5k , or 888.557.7177
The Pineapple Classic 5K is a Hawaiian-themed obstacle course that helps raise money for blood cancer research and patient programs . Luau Party to follow the race , complete with Dibella ’ s Subs , FREE beer and live bands ! Visit the website for more information . n
Didn ’ t see your favorite fall festival or activity listed ? No worries ! Let us include it in next year ’ s fall listings ! Email us at editors @ icmags . com .
* Event availability and dates are subject to change . Call , or check the website for the most updated information .
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