Get the Dirt on Spring
Get the Dirt on Spring
Fun
DANIEL TIGER’ S WEEKEND AT THE TROLLEY MUSEUM
Dates: May 11-13 and 18-20 Address: Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, 1 Museum Road, Washington Contact: pa-trolley. org, or 724.228.9256
Everyone’ s favorite feline will be back at the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum! Visitors have an opportunity to ride one of the museum’ s restored trolleys to the Trolley Display Building where guests can meet Daniel Tiger of the PBS show“ Daniel Tiger’ s Neighborhood”! Afterward, children can enjoy storytime and play games. The museum’ s Event Room will have refreshments for guests. Visit the website for information on purchasing tickets and other details.
FRIENDS OF CECIL TOWNSHIP PARKS AND RECREATION TOUCH- A-TRUCK EVENT
Date: May 12 Time: 11 a. m. Address: Cecil Township Park, 3599 Millers Run Road, Cecil Contact: ceciltownship-pa. gov, or 724.745.2227
Benefiting Cecil Township Parks & Recreation, don’ t miss all the vehicles that will be in the park! Touch your favorite truck, fire truck, ambulance, school bus, police car, medical helicopter and many more vehicles. Parents, don’ t forget your camera! A concession stand will be open for snacks and beverages. Visit the website for more information.
PRESCHOOL SCIENCE –‘ MAGNIFICENT MAGNIFICATION’ AT SOUTH FAYETTE TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
Date: April 16( Pre-registration is required.) Time: 11 a. m. Address: 515 Millers Run Road, Morgan Contact: southfayettelibrary. org, or 412.257.8660
Great for little scientists! Join Ms. Judy for a 45-minute science program about magnifying glasses designed just for preschoolers! Pre-registration is required and a parent or caregiver must be present in the room. Visit the website for more information on registration and other details.
‘ ROALD DAHL’ S WILLY WONKA’ BY THE OLD SCHOOL THEATER
Dates: May 11-12 and 18-20 Address: 20 Wabash Avenue, Hickory Contact: osptheater. com, or 724.344.7467
The delicious adventures experienced by Charlie Bucket on his visit to Willy Wonka’ s mysterious chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl’ s fantastical tale. Featuring the enchanting songs from the 1971 film starring Gene Wilder and new songs by Leslie Bricusse(“ Jekyll & Hyde,”“ Doctor Doolittle”) and Anthony Newley,“ Roald Dahl’ s Willy Wonka” is a scrumdidilyumptious musical guaranteed to delight everyone’ s sweet tooth. Visit the website for more information on purchasing tickets and other details.
Calling All GREEN Thumbs
HERBS: CULTURE, USES AND LORE PROGRAM AT MT. LEBANON PUBLIC LIBRARY
Date: April 30 Address: Mt. Lebanon Public Library, 16 Castle Shannon Boulevard, Mt. Lebanon Contact: mtlebanonlibrary. org, or 412.531.1912
The history of herbalism has been closely related to the medicinal, culinary and spiritual arts. It is both complex and magical while at the same time accessible to the most novice of gardeners. Phipps Master Gardener and Registered Nurse Andrea Jackson will present a fascinating talk on the lore, culture and uses of herbs. A talk to enlighten and inspire the gardener in us. Visit the website for registration information and other details.
TREEHAVEN GARDEN CLUB PLANT SALE
Date: May 12 Time: 8 a. m. to noon Address: South Park Shops on Route 88, South Park Contact: facebook. com / TreehavenGardenClub, or 412.833.7021
Remember Mom with a gift and give back to the community this spring at Treehaven Garden Club Plant Sale! This Mother’ s Day weekend event is an opportunity to buy homegrown plants from members’ gardens, unique gift baskets and beautiful hanging baskets from Lenik Nursery in Finleyville. It’ s also a great chance to talk to seasoned gardeners about their successes in defeating deer, pests and other gardening issues in the region. Treehaven Garden Club, formed in 1956, is one of the oldest garden clubs in the area. For more information, follow the Facebook page.
WESBANCO UPTOWN FARMERS MARKET OPENING DAY
Date: May 12 Time: 9 a. m. to noon Address: 710 Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon Contact: mtlebopartnership. org / uptownfarmers-market, or 412.343.3412
This spring, get everything you need from farmers’ gardens for your garden or table at this fantastic Farmers Market, uniquely situated in the heart of Mt. Lebanon’ s Uptown Business District. The small-town feel of the market combines with the bustle of a lively business district, offering shoppers everything from produce, bread, meats and cheese, to arts and crafts and more! Visit the website for more information. ■
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