their own binoculars, or some may be provided.
North Ridge Nightmare When: November 1 Where: North Park( Rose Barn), 10300 Pearce Mill Road, Allison Park For more info: raceplace. com
The North Ridge Nightmare is a Halloween-themed adventure hosted by North Park Trail Runners.
Olé 5K When: October 3 Where: Pie Traynor Field( Harmar Grove Pavilion), South Ridge Drive, Allison Park For more info: ole5k. com
All proceeds from the race will go to TASH, Inc.( an organization that supports La Clinica del Pueblo, a nonprofit hospital). This facility works to provide hope and opportunity to Oaxaca, Mexico’ s impoverished and marginalized communities.
Owl Prowl When: October 16 Where: Moraine State Park( South Shore), 225 Pleasant Valley Road, Portersville For more info: events. dcnr. pa. gov
Join a park naturalist to learn about the wonderful owls that prowl the night woods. After a short discussion, those in attendance will go in search of these night-flying creatures. Participants should bring a flashlight and dress for the weather.
Slippery Rock Gorge Trail Hike When: October 12 Where: McConnells Mill State Park, 1761 McConnells Mill Road, Portersville For more info: events. dcnr. pa. gov / event / slippery-rock-gorgetrail-hike-5927
Join park staff and members of the North Country Trail Association on a 6.5-mile guided hike through the Slippery Rock Gorge. It celebrates North Country National Scenic Trail Day and will start at Hell’ s Hollow and end at Eckert Bridge. This hike is considered to be difficult, so participants should be in good physical shape and be prepared to traverse steep, rocky, and uneven terrain.
Sweetwater Blooms Market When: September 20 Where: Sweetwater Center for the Arts, 200 Broad Street, Sewickley For more info: sweetwaterartcenter. org
This market was created to empower local flower farmers and artists to sell their quality, locally grown flowers, handcrafted artwork, and gardenrelated items while connecting with the community.
Live Entertainment
‘ Chiller Theatre: The Musical’ When: October 17-19 Where: The Strand Theater, 119 North Main Street, Zelienople For more info: thestrandtheater. org The Strand Theater certainly enjoys the Halloween season! This musical is a creepy and comical celebration of classic horror monsters.
Fall Music Festival When: September 6 Where: Fern Hollow Nature Center, 1901 Glen Mitchell Road, Sewickley For more info: fhnc. org
A Sewickley institution, be sure to attend the Fall Music Fest this year! It offers live music, children’ s activities, food trucks, yard games and more.
Frank Torchio Sings Sinatra When: September 13 Where: Cumberland Woods Village, 700 Cumberland Woods Drive, Allison Park For more info: thelegacylineup. com Some say that Frank Torchio is the next best thing to Frank Sinatra. Teaming up with the Russell Scarbrough Big Band, the group brings back an amazing reproduction of the famed 1966 concert of Frank Sinatra and the Count Basie Orchestra at the Sands in Las Vegas.
Night Fever: The Bee Gees Tribute When: October 18 Where: Cumberland Woods Village, 700 Cumberland Woods Drive, Allison Park For more info: thelegacylineup. com
An all-Canadian cast from Toronto, Ontario, recreates the look and sound of the band known for hits like“ Stayin’
Alive,”“ You Should Be Dancing,” and“ More Than a Woman.”
Tijuana Brass Presented by River City Brass When: October 3 Where: Carson Middle School, 300 Hillvue Lane, McCandless For more info: rivercitybrass. org
River City Brass will perform a tribute to Herb Alpert and his Tijuana Brass, featuring hits such as“ Tijuana Taxi,”“ A Taste of Honey,” and“ Zorba the Greek.”
Autumn in the Burgh
Festival of Combustion When: October 4 Where: Carrie Blast Furnaces, 801 Carrie Furnace Boulevard, Rankin For more info: riversofsteel. com
This festival is a celebration of the industrial arts and American crafts. Hands-on activities for adults and kids, with demonstrations and experiences throughout the day, will add to the fun.
Handmade Arcade When: December 5 & 6 Where: David L. Lawrence Convention Center, 1000 Fort Duquesne Boulevard, Downtown Pittsburgh For more info: handmadearcade. org
This holiday market is Handmade Arcade’ s longest-running and largest event, hosting up to 250 makers and artists and more than 10,000 enthusiastic shoppers.
Idlewild’ s HallowBoo! When: September 13 through October 26( Saturdays and Sundays) Where: Idlewild Park, 2580 US-30, Ligonier For more info: idlewild. com
It’ s the Idlewild you know and love with a fun, family-oriented, Happy- Halloween twist! Trick-or-treat through Story Book Forest, hop on favorite rides, and enjoy special entertainment perfect for the season.
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