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Friday, May 3, 2013

Get Out: Spring Rummage Sale, Free Comic Books or High Fashion

We have some great ideas for your weekend.

It’s Friday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Sewickley Patch is coming to the rescue. Check out our ideas to explore, and tell us about yours. 1. Bird Walks When/Where: 7:30 a.m. Friday, May 3 at Sewickley Heights Borough Park. Why Go: Join Bob Van Newkirk of the Three Rivers Birding Club for some ornithological action in Sewickley Heights Borough Park. Meet in the upper parking lot at the park, rain or shine. Admission: Free. Visit www.3RiversBirdingClub.org 2. Sewickley United Methodist Spring Rummage Sale  When/Where: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, May 3 and Saturday, May 4 at the Sewickley United Methodist Church. Why Go: The United Methodist Women are having their annual sale in the basement of the church at Broad and…

Friday, April 12, 2013

Get Out: Trunk Show, School Musical or Dog Tales

No need to scramble for ideas. Check our picks to explore this weekend.

It's Friday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Sewickley Patch is coming to the rescue. Check out our ideas to explore, and tell us about yours!   1. Heather B. Moore - Trunk Show When/Where: 9:30 a.m. Friday, April 12, at Orr's Jewelers, 532 Beaver St., Sewickley. Why Go: Heather Moore Jewelery is a personalized collection with each name, date and symbol hand stamped with vintage tooling and made to your specifications with recycled precious metals. Admission: Free. 2. Anything Goes When/Where: 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 12 and Saturday, April 13 in the high school auditorium, 625 Beaver St., Leetsdale. A 2 p.m. matinee also Saturday. Why Go: The cast has worked hard and practiced endlessly to present Anything Goes,” a …

Friday, April 5, 2013

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Get Out: Fashion Show and Recycling Event

A look at events this weekend in Sewickley.

What: Free electronics recycling at Fern Hollow Nature Center When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 6 The Fern Hollow Nature Center is offering free collection of unwanted electronic items, including televisions, phones and laptops, to all residents of the Quaker Valley.    What: Legacies: Impacting Generations Fashion Show When: 2 p.m.  Saturday, April 6 Ingram Portrait Design will partner with Young Lives Three Rivers for the Legacies impacting Fashion Show. More information is available at this link.    What: Sweetwater Center for the Arts presents Iceland: A Photographic Paradise When: Friday, April 5 The Sweetwater Center will feature photographs by Bill Feduska depicting the geography of Iceland. The exhibition will line the …

Friday, March 8, 2013

Get Out: Casey Barber, Ukrainian Eggs and 'Mame'

Check out our picks to explore this weekend.

It’s Friday, and you're still trying to decide what to do for the weekend. You're in luck. Sewickley Patch is here with a few ideas. Check out our picks, and tell us about yours.   Days of Thunder When/Where: 2 p.m. today, Friday, March 8 at the Sewickley Public Library.  Why Go: Tom Cruise plays race driver Cole Trickle, a young hot-shot stock car driver who gets his chance to compete at the top level. (1990, 107min, PG-13) Admission: Free.    Mame When/Where: 7 p.m. today, Friday March 8 and Saturday, March 9 at Sewickley Academy in Rea Auditorium.  Why Go: Sewickley Academy’s Senior School musical – Mame – is based on the 1955 novel Auntie Mame by Patrick Dennis and a 1956 Broadway play by Lawrence and Lee that starred Rosalind Russell…

Friday, March 1, 2013

Get Out: Maple Sugaring, Seed Sharing and Movie Matinee

Patch takes a look ahead at local events happening this weekend at the Sewickley Public Library, Fern Hollow Nature Center and more.

It’s Friday, and you're looking for something to do this weekend. You're in luck. Sewickley Patch is here with a few ideas. Check out our picks, and tell us about yours.   Maple Sugaring Celebration and Pancake Breakfast When/Where: 8:30 a.m. to noon Saturday at Fern Hollow Nature Center, 1901 Glen Mitchell Road, Sewickley Heights. Why Go: Enjoy a breakfast of traditional or buckwheat pancakes, sausage and a drink. Learn the traditions and history of maple sugaring. Children’s activites, raffles and more. Admission: Outdoor activities are free. Breakfast for member is $7 for adults and $5 for children ages 3-12; Non-member $9 for adults and $7 for children ages 3-12. Call 412-741-6136 or click here to register.    Ladies Movie Matinee When…

Friday, February 22, 2013

Get Out: Carnival for a Cure, Classic Rock or Trio Verlaine

Here's a look at five things happening in and around the community this weekend.

It’s Friday, and you're still trying to decide what to do for the weekend. You're in luck. Sewickley Patch is here with a few ideas. Check out our picks, and tell us about yours.   Carnival for a Cure When/Where: 7 p.m. tonight, Feb. 22 at the Edgeworth Elementary School. Why Go: This family fun event features carnival games, spin art, line dancing, prizes and more. Proceeds benefit the QV Relay for Life. Admission: $5 per family.   Chef Martin Yan When/Where: 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 23 at the Market District store in Wexford (Pine Township). Why Go: The celebrated Chinese master chef, host of more than 3,000 cooking shows and author of 30 cookbooks will conduct food demonstrations. Admission: Free. Advance ticket registration is available …

Friday, February 15, 2013

Get Out: Etta Cox, Great Guiness Toast and Animal-Friendly Art

We have some great ideas for your weekend.

It’s Friday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Sewickley Patch is coming to the rescue. Check out our ideas to explore, and tell us about yours.   1. Etta Cox & the Al Dowe Band When/Where: 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 15 at Sweetwater Center for the Arts.  Why Go: Enjoy great jazz with complimentary hors d'oeuvres and wine in Sweetwater's intimate night club setting. Admission: $10 advance and $12 day of event for members and $15 advance and $18 day of event for non-members. 2.  Wild at Heart When/Where: 6 to 9 p.m. at Friday, Feb. 15 and noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 16 at International Images Ltd., 514 Beaver St.  Why Go: Bring your furry friend to the gallery and enjoy one-of-a-kind animal-friendly artwork. Friday's show …

Friday, February 8, 2013

Get Out: Wash-n-Wine, Tony Campbell or Penguins on Parade

Larry's Laundromutt, Sweetwater and the Pittsburgh Zoo are all options for your weekend.

It’s Friday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Sewickley Patch is coming to the rescue. Check out our ideas to explore, and tell us about yours.   1. Wash-n-Wine: Be My Fur'ever Valentine  When/Where: 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, Feb. 8 at the Larry's Laundromutt, 201 Ohio River Blvd., Edgeworth. Why Go: Volunteers will wash and dry your dog (a $22-$45 value) while you relax and enjoy wine or cider, snacks and hors d'oeuvres.  No dog?  No problem. Everyone is welcome. Enter for a chance to win gift baskets or a free dog wash for a year. Admission: $10 donation benefits the Western Pennsylvania Humane Society. 2. Tony Campbell When/Where: 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 8 at Sweetwater Center for the Arts, 200 Broad St., Sewickley.  …

Friday, February 1, 2013

Get Out: Pasta Dinner, Pancake Breakfast and Sewickley Series

Patch takes a look at local events happening ahead of the big game.

It’s Friday, and you have no plans for the weekend except for watching the Super Bowl on Sunday. Well, take a look at our five ideas and enjoy some fun ahead of the big game.   Fifth Annual Pasta Dinner When/Where: 5 p.m-9 p.m. Friday at St. Stephen's Church, 405 Frederick Ave., Sewickley.  Why Go: Take a night off from cooking and bring the family to support the Quaker Valley Band. Marching and concert band members will perform in various ensembles throughout the evening. Dinner includes pasta, meatballs, bread, salad, beverages and dessert. All proceeds support the QVHS Band.  Admission: $8 for adults, $6 for students and $5 for senior citizens in advance. Tickets are $1 extra at the door. Free for children 4 and under. Call 412-741-7708…

Friday, January 25, 2013

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Get Out: International Dinner, Burns Supper or Hockey

Here's a look at five things happening in and around the community this weekend.

It’s Friday, and you're still trying to decide what to do for the weekend. You're in luck. Sewickley Patch is here with a few ideas:   QV Hockey Team at UPMC Outdoor Game When/Where: 6:30 p.m. Friday at North Park Ice Rink Why Go: The Quaker Valley Ice Hockey will take on Kittanning High School in this year’s UPMC outdoor charity high school game.  Admission: $5 in advance; $7 at the game. Souvenir shirts are $15 at the game, which benefits the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.   1776 When/Where: 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 2 and 7 p.m. Sunday at the O’Reilly Theater, Pittsburgh Public Theater’s home in the heart of the Cultural District.  Why Go: See history come alive at this Tony-winning "Best Musical." The show features Lou …

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