WHAT’ S NEWS IN NORWIN
THREE RIVERS FILM FESTIVAL INTRODUCES ROMERO AWARD
Pittsburgh’ s horror legacy will take center stage at the 45th annual Three Rivers Film Festival, which will introduce the inaugural Romero Award for Best Horror Feature this November.
Presented in partnership with the George A. Romero Foundation, the award will recognize bold, visionary independent horror filmmaking in honor of Pittsburgh filmmaking legend George A. Romero, director of“ Night of the Living Dead.”
The festival returns Nov. 5 – 15, featuring independent films, shorts, panels, parties, special events and the annual Filmmaker Conference at venues throughout Pittsburgh. The festival will also bring back Chiller Theater, a showcase of new independent horror shorts from around the world and Allegheny County.
FLYBY 5K TAKES OFF AT PITTSBURGH INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Pittsburgh International Airport was the starting line for a record-breaking morning of movement as more than 2,500 runners and walkers participated in the 2026 FlyBy 5K and 2-Mile Fun Run / Walk on Sept. 19.
Presented by CNX Resources, the sold-out event gave participants of all ages the rare opportunity to race along the airport’ s taxiway while getting an up-close look at aircraft and airport equipment.
The flat, fast 5K course saw Noah Bernarding, 24, of Cochranton cross the finish line first in 16:20, followed by Karsyn Spears, 22, of Cranberry Township in 17:56.
After the race, families enjoyed a festival, face painting, lawn games and refreshments. Proceeds benefited the Allegheny County Airport Authority Charitable Foundation.
NORWIN KICKBOXER ATTEMPTS GUINNESS WORLD RECORD
At just 15 years old, Norwin High School scholar-athlete and Team USA kickboxer Gabriella“ Gabby” Viola attempted a Guinness World Record while raising funds for her international competition season.
On July 19, Viola attempted to break the record for most jumping martial arts high kicks on one leg in one minute, with the existing mark being 109.
The event, the Kick 5K & Kick- A-Thon Fundraiser, took place at Irwin Park and featured a 5K challenge, community run / walk, food vendors, games, contests and family activities. Proceeds are benefiting Team Kumite athletes pursuing international competition.
Viola, currently ranked No. 1 among female WAKO Tatami kickboxers in the United States at-55 kg, represented Team USA at the WKU World Championships in Germany in August and the WAKO World Championships in Italy in September.
In addition to her athletic accomplishments, Gabby Viola maintains Highest Honors at Norwin High School and advocates for IBD awareness, having been diagnosed with ulcerative colitis at age 7.
CELEBRATE PITTSBURGH’ S LIGHT UP NIGHT WITH KEYNOTES
Experience Pittsburgh’ s 2026 Light Up Night fireworks from an unforgettable vantage point at LeMont Restaurant on Mt. Washington.
On Saturday, Nov. 21, Keynotes will host a special evening beginning at 6 p. m., featuring cocktails, a sit-down dinner at 7 p. m., live entertainment, raffle baskets and a lottery tree, followed by the spectacular fireworks at 9:30 p. m., all enjoyed from LeMont’ s fabulous cityfacing rooms.
Tickets are $ 100 per person, with proceeds benefiting Keynotes’ music scholarship program, which has awarded more than $ 490,000 in scholarships to talented area students since 1970.
Tickets are available through keynotesmusicscholarship. com or by mailing a check payable to Keynotes to Lynn Hagan, 248 Merion Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15228. For more information, contact Hagan at lhagan61 @ gmail. com.
PITTSBURGH BALLET THEATRE FAMILY FAIRY TALE PACKAGE
Families can experience three beloved storybook classics with Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre’ s 2026-27 Family Fairy Tale Package. The subscription includes“ The Nutcracker”( Dec. 4 – 27),“ Alice in Wonderland”( Feb. 12 – 21) and“ The Sleeping Beauty” with the PBT Orchestra( May 7 – 9).
Designed to introduce children to the magic of ballet, timeless fairy tales will be brought to life through beautiful choreography, costumes, sets and music. Visit pbt. org for details.
PITTSBURGH PET EXPO OFFERS FUN FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY
Take the family( including your pet on a leash!) to the Pittsburgh Pet Expo, Nov. 6 – 8 at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. The huge event will feature three days of competitions, demonstrations, giveaways, and much more.
Entertainment may include highflying dogs, performing pigs and racing turtles! Pet enthusiasts can celebrate their love of animals of all types and enjoy 2 full acres of pet-related fun for the entire family, including 300 + exhibitor booths and numerous shelter and rescue organizations.
For information about the Pittsburgh Pet Expo, presented by Yinzer Dog Pet Products, and advance tickets, visit pghpetexpo. com. n
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