IN Ross Township Spring 2019 | Page 20

Hello Spring! Mind Boggling Variety Show featuring Andy Gross Date: March 30 Address: The Strand Theater Initiative, 119 North Main Street, Zelienople Contact: thestrandtheater.org, or 724.742.0400 Andy “The Split Man” Gross returns with his hysterical and spellbinding magic, comedy and ventriloquism show! He is the hottest stand-up comic, magician and ventriloquist working today (Are there any others?!). He performs over 150 shows a year at comedy clubs, in Vegas, on cruise ships, for Fortune 500 corporate events, and at colleges and performing arts theaters everywhere. He’s considered one of the best by his peers in the entertainment industry. Visit the website for ticket information and other details. New Horizons by Pittsburgh Philharmonic Date: March 8 Address: Quaker Valley Middle School, 618 Harbaugh Street, Sewickley Contact: pghphil.org, or 412.223.7501 Embark on a new adventure and join PP’s guest conductor, Daniel Curtis, for some of his favorite pieces! Featuring outstanding local talent including the winner of the Pittsburgh Philharmonic’s Young Artist Concerto Competition. Visit the website for ticket information and other details. ‘Rosie Revere, Engineer’ by Citizens Bank Children’s Theater Series Date: April 4 Address: Marshall Middle School, 5145 Wexford Run Road, Wexford Contact: trustarts.org/pct_home/ events/series/childrens- theater-series Ms. Greer’s classroom includes three inquisitive out-of-the-box thinkers: Rosie Revere has big dreams, Iggy Peck has a relentless passion for architecture, and Ada Twist’s curiosity can drive her teacher crazy. A fun new musical based on the books “Rosie Revere, Engineer,” “Iggy Peck, Architect” and “Ada Twist, Scientist” by Andrea Beaty, which 18 724.942.0940 TO ADVERTISE ❘ spotlight the STEM curriculum (focusing on science, technology, engineering and math). Visit the website for ticket information and other details. ‘Tuck Everlasting’ Spring Musical by North Hills High School Dates: March 21-23 and 28-30 Address: North Hills High School Auditorium, 53 Rochester Road, Ross Township Contact: nhchoiranddrama.net/2019- tuck-everlasting, or 412.318.1000 Eleven-year-old Winnie Foster yearns for a life of adventure beyond her white picket fence, but not until she becomes unexpectedly entwined with the Tuck family does she get more than she could have imagined. When Winnie learns of the magic behind the Tucks’ unending youth, she must fight to protect their secret from those who would do anything for a chance at eternal life. Visit the website for more ticket information and other details. Inspiration Backyard Composting Workshop Date: March 2 Address: Ross Municipal Center, 1000 Ross Municipal Drive, Ross Township Contact: prc.org/programs/ conservationworkshops/backyard, or 412.488.7490, x226 (Pre-registration is required.) Expand your recycling efforts to include kitchen scraps and yard debris. You will receive a composting bin at class! This PA Resources Council workshop thoroughly covers the importance and benefits of composting, the process, setting up a compost pile, proper maintenance, and ways of using finished compost. Participants will receive a free Garden Earth compost bin with attendance. This ideal bin for both urban and suburban areas has an 82-gallon capacity. Visit the website for more information on pre-registration, fees and other details. icmags.com Bike Rodeo at Kiwanis Park Date: May 18 Address: Kiwanis Park, 1 Meyer Road (off Wetzel Road), Glenshaw Contact: shaler.org (Pre-registration is required.) Free to all participants and includes Cycling Safety for Young Cyclists, sponsored by the Shaler, Etna and Millvale police departments and Shaler EMS. Participants should bring their bicycle. The Bike Rodeo includes an obstacle course, bicycle and helmet inspections, and the teaching of the rules of the road. Helmets are provided. Light refreshments will be served. Free bike raffle for all kids in attendance. Visit the website for more information on pre- registration and other details. Butler County Home Show Date: April 5 Address: Family Sports Center, 542 Evans City Road, Butler Contact: butlercountyhomeshow.com, or 412.310.7781 Featuring three action-packed days of exhibits, seminars and demonstrations that will educate and entertain. The Home Show is filled with great information, advice and inspiration. Free parking and admission. Depreciation Lands Museum Opening Day Date: May 5 Time: 1 to 4 p.m. Address: 4743 Pioneer Road, Allison Park Contact: depreciationlandsmuseum.org, or 412.486.0563 A fun family adventure awaits you this spring. Every Sunday, friendly interpreters are waiting to bring this village to life—just for you! Created by Hampton Township in 1973, the museum seeks to preserve and interpret the early years of European settlement in the Depreciation Lands. Visit the website for more information.