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5 things to do in Westmoreland County this weekend: July 7-9
Art exhibits Receptions are planned this weekend for two exhibits by local artists: • “Bloom,” with works in various mediums by Suzanne Panchura of Greensburg, 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at Greensburg Hempfield Area Library, 237 S. Pennsylvania Ave., Greensburg. The exhibit, running through July 25, is part of the...
Ohiopyle ‘Hobbit House’ rental entices visitors to outdoor adventure
Whether Gollum haunts the premises remains to be seen, but Gandalf greets visitors at the Ohiopyle Hobbit House. The “Lord of the Rings”-themed vacation rental property is newly open amidst 60 wooded acres southwest of the popular Fayette County adventure destination. A larger-than-life-size statue of the wizard character of J.R.R....
5 things to do in Westmoreland County this weekend: June 30-July 2
Big bang The pre-Fourth of July weekend starts with a bang at Cannons and Cocktails, from 5:30 to 7:30 Friday at Fort Ligonier, routes 30 and 711 in Ligonier. The casual outdoor event will feature artillery firings, music by fiddler Andy Bronkaj, appetizers by Carol and Dave’s Roadhouse and spirits,...
Couples ditch traditional wedding dress codes in favor of out-there themes
NEW YORK — “Space Disco Cowboy.” “Yacht Shabbat.” “Burning Man Formal”? More couples are tossing tradition when it comes to what wedding guests should wear, to some befuddlement among invitees. Maggie Long, 34, recently attended the nuptials of a close friend in a low-key Denver lounge. The suggested dress? “Dive...
With increased interest in self-defense classes, instructors focus on situational awareness
Fourth-degree black belt Bob Makowski doesn’t mind scaring students in his self-defense classes. The harder he grabs their attention, he said, the better chance they learn tools that can thwart danger. “About 65% of assaults occur with someone you know and also happen indoors,” said Makowski, owner of a martial...
The Grandeur Estate boutique hotel opens in historic Greensburg mansion
Tony and Julia Taneja liked road trips that took them about four hours from their home in the northern Virginia suburbs of Washington, D.C. One of those trips took them through Greensburg, where they came upon a stately property for sale — a three-story brick edifice near downtown built in...
5 things to do in Westmoreland County this weekend: June 23-25
Something good Two big names in music take the stage this weekend at The Palace Theatre in Greensburg: • Ben Folds, 7:30 p.m. Friday. Best known for songs like “Brick” and “Underground” with the alt-rock trio, Ben Folds Five, the singer/songwriter/pianist is touring after his fifth solo studio album,“What Matters...
Good things come in small package at Ligonier Valley Home Tour site
A house doesn’t need to be a McMansion or historical edifice to merit a spot on a home tour. One of the properties featured on the 17th Annual Ligonier Valley Home Tour, set for 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, is small in size but big on style. Just blocks...
Bare minimum Mondays: A healthy work-life balance or just slacking off?
A new concept is taking a turn on social media among Millennials and Gen Z — bare minimum Mondays. This new trend has gained popularity for seeking to emphasize a healthy work-life balance. Essentially, a bare minimum Monday is a Monday where someone eases into the work week by doing...
5 things to do in Westmoreland County this weekend: June 16-18
Take a break Looking for a new way to unwind after a long workweek? Break Stuff Night is planned for 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Friday at Green Beacon Gallery, 235 W. Pittsburgh St., Greensburg. The gallery will provide a stash of smashables, including dishes, furniture and old electronics, along with...
Pride Prom brings dance party, fashion promenade to The Westmoreland
Pride Prom at The Westmoreland Museum of American Art is an opportunity for “people to come and be themselves and be comfortable doing so,” said events manager Hannah Vincent. An annual event since 2019, Pride Prom is set for 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday in the facility at 221 N....
Talk to the Trib: Tale of 2 vendors at Three Rivers Arts FestivalVideo
We wanted to catch up with a few artists before the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust’s 64th annual Dollar Bank Three Rivers Arts Festival wraps up this weekend. Two vendors, Aimee Manion and Baba Berthe, were happy to talk with us on video about their crafts, their businesses, and what they love...
5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: June 9-11
We have made it to the weekend. Here are some ways to spend it. Garden party The Mattress Factory’s annual garden party, a signature-themed fundraiser for the North Side museum, is from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Friday. The Trash Bash Garden Party is described as “an evening of...
5 things to do in Westmoreland County this weekend: June 9-11
Rockin’ the park Elton Rohn has a repeat engagement at 7 p.m. Friday at the SummerSounds concert series in downtown Greensburg’s St. Clair Park. The Elton John tribute act drew the largest crowd of the 2022 SummerSounds season. Hailing from Canada, the group delivers the look, feel and sound of...
Westmoreland Glass collectors to display rare pieces at annual sale
Ten vendors will be present for the Westmoreland Glass Collectors’ Club show and sale this weekend at Westmoreland County Community College. That doesn’t sound like a lot, said Ken Kosoglow, a club board member and chairman of the event committee — but those 10 vendors will be bringing 5,000 pieces...
Ice cream shop readies for opening in Aspinwall
Looking for a place to grab a sweet treat this summer? The soon-to-open ice cream and grab-n-go restaurant Treat Down the Street at 231 Commercial Ave. in Aspinwall will offer food, family fun and retro summer vibes. Owner Christina Sharbaugh says the shop is set to open in June, pending...
SupperMarket food, music nights return to Lincoln Highway Experience
Outdoor dining and music will be available again when the weekly summer SupperMarket returns Wednesday to the Lincoln Highway Experience in Unity. The Wednesday events, running from 5 to 8 p.m., offer outdoor dining options from several area food purveyors, along with a live musical act. Serving up a la...
2nd mini-golf venue putting for dough in Strip District
A two-block radius in the Strip District is now home to not one, but two indoor mini-golf venues that promise a fresh take on the game paired with upscale fare. Puttshack officially opened its location at the Strip District Terminal on Wednesday morning, around a quarter mile from Puttery Pittsburgh,...
Mystery writer K.C. Constantine’s home for sale in Greensburg’s Academy Hill
When Carl Kosak returned from work to his home in Greensburg’s Academy Hill neighborhood, he got something to eat and then headed down to the basement. That’s where he assumed his second identity — one long hidden from co-workers, neighbors and friends — as acclaimed mystery writer K.C. Constantine. “My...
5 things to do in Westmoreland County this weekend: June 2-4
Madcap musical Saint Vincent Summer Theatre’s season-opening production of “The Andrews Brothers” has performances at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday in the Carey Performing Arts Center at Saint Vincent College in Unity. The musical is a madcap romp of mistaken identities, featuring 30 songs...
Excessive screen time a factor in loneliness, mental health risks for youth
Editor’s note: This is the second of two parts on the impact of isolation and loneliness. Michele Wentzel can tell when one of her three children is troubled. “They kind of isolate themselves and are very moody,” she said. “I can tell something’s going on.” Wentzel keeps the lines of...
5 things to do in Westmoreland County this weekend: May 26-28
Community music A recital by students in the Seton Hill University Community Music Program will begin at 6:30 p.m. Friday in the university’s Performing Arts Center, 100 Harrison Ave., Greensburg. The program serves area young people and adults who are seeking to advance their musical training and performance skills through...
The Westmoreland plans free wedding, special event vendor showcase
If you’re planning a wedding or other special event, The Westmoreland Museum of American Art has a deal for you. A free wedding and special event vendor showcase is planned for 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday in the museum at 221 N. Main St., Greensburg. Information also will be available...
New Studio Flex moves into former Laurel Ballet home in Greensburg
Eve Squires is fulfilling a childhood dream with Studio Flex, her new dance and fitness business in Greensburg. Classes started in early May in the studio at 813 Highland Ave., Greensburg, former longtime home of the now-defunct Laurel Ballet. Instruction is geared for adults, either with or without previous dance...
5 things to do in Westmoreland County this weekend: May 19-21
Retro rock Rock all the way back to the ‘90s with two tribute shows this weekend at The Lamp Theatre, 222 Main St., Irwin. • Best of Foo: Tribute to the Foo Fighters, 8 p.m. Friday. • Lounge Fly: A Tribute to Stone Temple Pilots, 8 p.m. Saturday. A ticket...
