Get Out: 5 Ways to Celebrate New Year's Eve

No matter your age, there's a fun way for you to ring in the New Year with family and friends this weekend. Read on to see Patch's top picks of New Year's Eve celebrations in the area.

1. First Night What: This annual event sponsored by Highmark and run by the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust is a family-friendly celebration that has something for everyone. From crafts to live music and even a fireworks celebration, First Night is a great way to please the whole family. Where/when: Downtown Pittsburgh in the Cultural District, New Year's Eve, 6 p.m. until after midnight. Events include a fireworks display, parade and performance by the Dirty Dozen Brass Band. Admission: Buttons that admit you to all activities and events are $8/person in advance or $10 on the night of the event. Visit First Night's website for more information. 2. New Year's Eve Family Celebration What: Ring in 2013 with the whole family at Phipps Conservatory …

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Get Out: Home and Garden Show or Story Walk

Patch takes a look ahead at local events this weekend.

It’s Friday, and you have no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Don't fear. Sewickley Patch is here with a list of ideas to make your weekend a memorable one. Check out our 10 ideas to explore, and tell us about yours.   Light and Space Art Exhibition When/Where: 6 p.m. tonight at International Images in Sewickley.  Why Go: Light and Space: An Exploration of Metaphysics and Minimalism, featuring artwork by Pittsburgh artist Rex Chronister.  Admission: Free.    Spring Story Walk When/Where: 10 a.m. Saturday at Edgeworth Elementary Why Go: This event will take children from ages 3 to 8 on a prehistoric look back in time.  Admission: Free.   Sahaja Meditation  When/Where: 11 a.m. Saturday at the Sewickley Public Library.  Why Go: Sahaja …

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