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Pennies from Heaven Oktoberfest Date: Sept. 22 Address: Elias Fry Barn, 415 Knob Road, Wexford Contact: penniesfromheavenpittsburgh. org
Described as the charity event of the year! Great food, unlimited cheer, classic rock music, magnificent prize baskets and a live auction like no other, all in a casual( yes, you can wear jeans) atmosphere that features campfires and even s’ mores. The Pennies from Heaven Fund is about families helping families. To date, it has helped more than 90,000 families and raised more than $ 2.3 million. Visit the website for information on purchasing tickets and more details.
Pittsburgh Oktoberfest Dates: Sept. 28-30 Address: Big Butler Fairgrounds, 1127 New Castle Road, Prospect Contact: oktoberfestpitt. com
German beer, food and live music! A three-day traditional German festival where you’ ll find authentic German food, live music, German dancers, German and craft beer, wiener dog races, pet costume contest, a stein hoisting challenge, games, midway fun, children’ s crafts, 100 + vendors and so much more. Visit the website for more information.
Savoring Sewickley Date: Oct. 21 Time: 6 to 9 p. m. Address: Sewickley Public Library, 500 Thorn Street, Sewickley Contact: savoringsewickley. com / about
Savoring Sewickley is an annual fundraiser hosted by the Friends of the Sewickley Public Library. Have fun at a convivial and casual evening featuring signature dishes presented as small plates by many favorite local restaurants. Proceeds from the event support the Sewickley Public Library and its efforts to serve the community by providing funds for programming, activities, collection development, and other needs. Visit the website for more information on purchasing tickets and other details.
Sewickley Art & Music Festival 2018 Dates: Sept. 28 & 29 Address: Sewickley Business District, Sewickley Contact: exploresewickley. com / sewickley-art-music-festival
The 2nd Annual Sewickley Art & Music Festival features two days filled with incredible live music, art, cultural foods and lots of craft brews— all in the heart of Sewickley. This event is free and open to the public. Must be 21 + to purchase alcohol, but kids of all ages are welcome. A wristband($ 2) is required to purchase beer. Both wristbands and beer sales are cash only. Visit the website for more information.
Shaler Fall Festival Date: Oct. 27 Address: Kiwanis Park, 1 Meyer Road, Glenshaw Contact: shaler. org
A fun fall family event courtesy of Shaler Township! Featuring a children’ s parade, crafts, games, straw obstacle course and more! Visit the website for more information.
Zelie on Tap Date: Oct. 13 Time: 6 p. m. Address: Zelienople Community Park, 402 East Beaver Street, Zelienople Contact: myzeliepark. org, or eventbrite. com
A community fundraising event! Enjoy craft beer vendors including ShuBrew, North Country, Conny Creek, Penn Brewery, Voodoo, Fractured Grape, Butler Brew Works, Penn Brewery, BASH, Reclamation, Voodoo, Four Seasons, Rock Bottom, Big Rail, Apis Meadery and more. Munch with ShuBrew, Voodoo, and other food vendors. Jam to a full-day concert lineup. An over-21 event with two sessions. For ticket inquiries and other details, visit the website.
MORE OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
Beginner Paddle at North Park Lake Date: Sept. 25( Other dates are available.) Time: 6:30 p. m.( Registration is required.) Address: North Park Lake at the Boathouse, 10301 Pearce Mill Road, Allison Park Contact: ventureoutdoors. org
Starting with instruction on equipment and techniques, participants will then head to North Park Lake for practice. With experienced guides to lead the way, you’ ll see just how easy it is to paddle— taking in the beautiful scenery of North Park as you kayak along the shoreline. Equipment, guides and instruction are provided. The minimum age is 12. Visit the website for information on fees and other details.
Lake Arthur Fall Foliage Cruises Dates: Weekends early September through October( Check the website for the times. Reservations are 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, fascinating points of interest and answer questions. Weekend cruise tickets can be ordered online, or by calling. Visit the website for more information.
Ohio Township 5K and Kids Fun Run Date: Oct. 7 Time: 9 a. m. Address: Ohio Township Community Park, 325 Nicholson Road, Ohio Township Contact: ohiotwp. org, or 412.364.6321
Participate in a fall 5K in beautiful Ohio Township Community Park! The scenic 3.1-mile course will run through the park and surrounding residential streets. A kids fun run, awards ceremony and prize raffle will immediately follow the race. Visit the website for more information on registration and other details.
Pineapple Classic 5K Date: Sept. 29 Time: 9 a. m. Address: Hartwood Acres, 200 Hartwood Acres, Hampton Contact: pineapple5K. org
The Pineapple Classic 5K obstacle course race is a fun and challenging Hawaiianthemed event held at Hartwood Acres. Participants will be crawling, climbing, bouncing and bending to raise funds for blood cancer research and patient services. Each team is responsible for carrying one
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