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‘Pens in the Park’ Date: Jan. 11 Time: Noon to 4 p.m. Address: Ice Rink, 1200 Pearce Mill Road, North Park Contact: alleghenycounty.us, or 724.935.1971 Through the Penguins Foundation Give Hockey a Shot program, try on equipment and hit the ice with former Pittsburgh Penguin Tyler Kennedy! Iceburgh will be there for part of the time and there will be kids’ activities. Regular rink admission applies. Skate with Parker, the Chipmunk, at North Park! Date: Dec. 27 Time: Noon to 4 p.m. Address: Ice Rink, 1200 Pearce Mill Road, North Park Contact: alleghenycounty.us, or 724.935.1971 Skate along with Allegheny County Parks mascot Parker! Other activities to enjoy as well. Register on the website. Guided Winter Nature Hikes at North Park Dates: Dec. 14 – Tree Identification; Jan. 26 – Animal Tracks Addresses: Various locations in North Park Contact: alleghenycounty.us/parks or 412.935.1971 (Registration is required.) Join a park ranger for fun and educational wintertime hikes! Be sure to have water and wear appropriate shoes. Please register. Hit the Trail for a Hike (Intermediate) at North Park Date: Feb. 29 Time: Noon Address: 461 McKinney Road, North Park Contact: alleghenycounty.us/parks or 412.935.1971 (Registration is required.) Join in an approximately 5-mile hike on the trails! Be sure to have water and wear appropriate shoes. Please register. North Park Free Ice Skating Lessons, Tuesdays or Thursdays Dates: January Time: 4:40 to 5:20 p.m. Address: Ice Rink, 1200 Pearce Mill Road, North Park Contact: alleghenycounty.us, or 724.935.1971 (Registration is required.) Instruction is for beginning skaters (ages 5 and up) to learn the correct skating techniques and basic skills. Includes a 30-minute group lesson with five-minute free skate immediately following. Start times may vary slightly depending on inclement weather/ice conditions. Register on the website. Sewickley Public Library Program: Maintain, Don’t Gain Over the Holidays Date: Dec. 9 Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Address: 500 Thorn Street, Sewickley Contact: sewickleylibrary.org, or 412.741.6920 Learn how to stay on track, stay motivated and prioritize your health during the festive season without sacrificing fun and family time. Please register. Venture Outdoors Winter Solstice Night Hike Date: Dec. 21 Time: 6:30 p.m. Address: Hartwood Acres (Check the website for exact location.) Contact: ventureoutdoors.org (Registration is required.) An evening of exploration on a moderate 4-mile hike, enjoying the tranquility and listening for critters that prefer the dark. Register online. n d Didn’t see your favorite holiday event or activity listed? Help us include it next time! Email editors@icmags.com with the information. d We do our best to make sure the events listed are accurate, but always check the website for the most updated information. SEWICKLEY ❘ WINTER 2019 37