Western Allegheny Community Library ’ s Gingerbread House Workshop When : December 7 Where : 181 Bateman Road , Oakdale For more info : westernalleghenylibrary . org
The annual gingerbread house workshop is one of WACL ’ s longeststanding traditions . An iced tea container base will be provided ; participants will need to bring a can of frosting and a baking sheet to build on . They ’ ll also be asked to drop off a candy decoration to share prior to the program . This event is for families of all ages . Register only once online for each person building a gingerbread house . Space is limited .
Seasonal Shows
‘ The Best Christmas Pageant Ever ’ Presented by Little Lake Theatre When : Various dates November 29 through December 8 Where : 500 Lakeside Drive South , Canonsburg For more info : littlelake . org
In this timeless and uproarious holiday tale , the small , ordinary town of Cannonsburg is about to put on the annual Christmas pageant . However , this year , everything is about to change when the unruly Herdman children — the meanest kids in town — decide to take over the pageant .
Bethel Park High School Holiday Concert When : December 18 Where : 301 Church Road , Bethel Park For more info : bphs . bpsd . org
This concert will get you in a holiday state of mind !
Ho Ho Ho with the WSO When : December 21 & 22 Where : Trinity High School , 231 Park Avenue , Washington For more info : washsym . org
It ’ s the most wonderful time of the year ! Join the Washington Symphony Orchestra for this celebration of the holiday season featuring beloved classics and new takes on traditional favorites .
Holiday Sounds Christmas Cookie Cabaret Presented by East Winds Symphonic Band When : December 15 Where : St . John ’ s Cathedral Center , 210 Greentree Road , Munhall For more info : ewsb . org
Enjoy your Christmas and holiday favorites performed by the East Winds Symphonic Band and several smaller ensembles . A Christmas cookie spread will add even more cheer to the event . Admission is free .
The Old Schoolhouse Players Present ‘ The Christmas Schooner ’ When : December 6-15 Where : Bud Allison Memorial Auditorium at Mt . Pleasant Community Center , 20 Wabash Avenue , Hickory For more info : osptheater . com
Take a ride on “ The Christmas Schooner ”! The whole family will enjoy this heartwarming story of the first Christmas tree ship and the family who risked their lives to fill Chicago with the Christmas spirit .
River City Brass Christmas Brasstacular When : December 10 Where : Bethel Park High School , 309 Church Road , Bethel Park For more info : rivercitybrass . org
Embrace the spirit of Christmas with this seasonal fan favorite . The show will feature holiday favorites as well as Duke Ellington ’ s rendition of “ The Nutcracker ,” arranged with help from famous Pittsburgher Billy Strayhorn .
South Hills Chorale Winter Concert When : December 14 Where : Christ United Methodist Church , 44 Highland Road , Bethel Park For more info : southhillschorale . org
You won ’ t want to miss South Hills Chorale ’ s festive concert this holiday season .
Handcrafted for the Holidays
Guardian Angel Academy ’ s Christmas Craft Show When : December 7 Where : 915 Alice Street , Green Tree For more info : facebook . com / guardianangelacademycraftshow
More than 80 vendors will be selling their handmade items at this annual craft show . There will also be concessions , a bake sale , and a basket auction .
Holiday Craft Show When : December 14 Where : 5 Lobaugh Street , Oakdale For more info : colliertownship . net
Get out and shop local at Collier ’ s Holiday Craft Show !
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