Editors’ pick: Festival of Bands 

Saturday, September 28 

Strike up the band! Mt. Lebanon Blue Devil Marching Band’s Annual Festival of Bands will be held at Mt. Lebanon High School.

Anawanda Arts Festival

Sunday, September 8

Enjoy handmade arts and crafts at the fourth annual Anawanda Arts Festival from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the corner of Anawanda Avenue and Castle Shannon Boulevard.

Mt. Lebanon Artists’ Market

Saturday, September 28 and Sunday, September 29   
Don’t miss the big event that attracts folks from all over the tri-state area! 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days in the Academy Avenue parking lot.

Lending Hearts Topgolf Outing

Thursday, September 12 

Fore! Register your team today for the annual Lending Hearts Topgolf outing, presented by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center and Daiichi-Sankyo. 1 to 4 p.m.

Women’s Social Club

Wednesday, September 11 and Wednesday, September  18

The Newcomers and Neighbors Club of Mt. Lebanon is a social group for women who either live or work in Mt. Lebanon. To learn about the club, meet new members and enjoy delicious food and drink, check out one of several upcoming meetings.

Yoga in the Garden

Saturday, September 28 

Recharge, relax and unwind in Phipps Conservatory’s lush outdoor garden. Whether you’re a yoga aficionado or trying it out for the first time, students of all ages are welcome to embrace the beauty of nature in this one-hour yoga class from 9 to 10 a.m.

Autumn Food Festival

Wednesday, October 2 and Thursday, October 3

Come hungry to the Autumn Food Festival at the Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church, hosted by the Church Ladies Philoptochos Society. 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Enjoy soup, food and pastries and purchase used household items, jewelry and books at Yia Yia Joan’s Attic.

Pittsburgh Society of Artists Fall New Member Screening

Saturday, September 14 

Calling all artists! Apply to become a member of the Pittsburgh Society of Artists, one of the largest artist guilds in western Pennsylvania. Applicants can drop off three original works between 1 and 2 p.m. at Wilkins Community Center, 7604 Charleston Avenue, Regent Square. No fee for screening. If accepted, annual dues are $40. Pre-register at www.pittsburghsocietyofartists.com

Save the Dates

The Harmony Singers Open Rehearsals

Starting in early September 

Do you like to sing? The  Harmony Singers want to hear from you! Contact info@harmonysingers.org or call (412) 219-9339 for info on how to join.

Mission Hills Tour

Saturday, September 7 

Learn about the history and architecture of Mission Hills with architectural writer John Conti. Meet at the History Center, 794 Washington Road at 10 a.m. Tickets required. Purchase online.

Genealogy Society meeting

Monday, September 16

Join the Mt. Lebanon Genealogy Society for a presentation on “Tracing Your Blue Collar Ancestors.”  Sierra Green, archivist at the Heinz History Center, is guest speaker. 1 p.m., Mt. Lebanon Public Library. New members welcome.