Editors’ pick: Festival of Bands
Saturday, September 28
Strike up the band! Mt. Lebanon Blue Devil Marching Band’s Annual Festival of Bands [1] 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 [2] 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 [3] 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 [4] 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 [5] 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 [6]
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 [7]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 [8].
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.