Editors’ pick: An Evening of Western PA Ghost Stories and Legends

Tuesday, October 22

Brace yourself for some scary tales! Author Thomas White returns to Mt. Lebanon Public Library at 7 p.m. for an evening of Western Pennsylvania ghost stories and legends. This program is for adults.

Celebrity Hoops for Hospice

Wednesday, October 9
Hey, sports fans! Meet Penguins, Pirates and Steelers alumni at a charity basketball game sponsored by Family Hospice, a nonprofit organization with offices in Mt. Lebanon and Cranberry. 7 p.m., Baldwin High School. Proceeds benefit Family Hospice’s children’s bereavement programs.

Creating a Memorable Family History Book

Monday, October 21

Are you a family historian ready to turn your research into a book? Tina Calabro offers advice on self-publishing your family history, while having fun in the process. A Mt. Lebanon Genealogy Society event. 1 p.m., Mt. Lebanon Public Library. New members welcome.

Autumn Food Festival

Wednesday, October 2 and Thursday, October 3

Your taste buds will thank you! Enjoy soup, food and pastries as the Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church Ladies Philoptochos Society hosts its annual Autumn Food Festival. Then, peruse used household items, jewelry and books at YiaYia Joan’s Attic. 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church.

CANCELED Dada Masilo: Hamlet

Wednesday, October 23

Pittsburgh Dance Council presents South Africa’s award-winning Dada Masilo, a dancer and choreographer who reinvents classic stories so they speak to Black identity and feminism. 7:30 p.m., Byham Theater.

Botany Walk & Talk: Fall Plants & Garlic

Thursday, October 17
Join Mt. Lebanon Magazine’s Doug Oster and Dr. Mark Miller, Pittsburgh Botanic Garden’s education and exhibits director, for a walk through the botanic gardens and woodlands. Expect plenty of witty banter and plant-nerdy conversations! The tour is followed by lunch featuring fresh, seasonal produce. 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Women’s Social Club

Wednesday, October 2, Thursday, October 17, Wednesday, October 23
Make new friends! The Newcomers & Neighbors Club of Mt. Lebanon is a social group for women who either live or work in Lebo. To meet members and enjoy delicious food and drink, attend an upcoming event. Send an email to mtlnewcomers@gmail.com to get event info.

Save the Dates

Harvest Fest

Saturday, October 19

Food, music and fun activities for kids and adults! 4 to 6 p.m., Southminster Presbyterian Church.
More information: info@spchurch.org

Haunted Museum After Dark (21+)

Friday, October 18

Stroll Carnegie Museum of Natural History’s haunted halls after hours. Be prepared! You never know what surprises are in store. 6 to 10 p.m.

Sips for Hope

Wednesday, October 23

A wine tasting and bruschetta making event benefitting Lending Hearts, a cancer support group. Presented by UPMC Cancer Center. 6 to 8 p.m., Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Hall.