Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall

Ghost Hunt with Ghosts N’at
2019-05-24 00:00 (America/New_York) | PA
Ghost Hunt with Ghosts N’at
Friday, May 24, 2019
SOLD OUT
Join Ghosts N’at Paranormal Adventures for an evening you won’t soon forget! On Friday May 24th, experience what happens when the lights go out in The Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall in Carnegie, PA during a real GUIDED GHOST HUNT.
During our ghost hunt, you will be paired with a REAL paranormal investigator using the latest and greatest in ghost hunting gadgetry to try to make contact with “The Other Side”. We will be investigating the most active areas of the building, where we’ve captured evidence – or library staff have had personal experiences!
We’ve experienced a wide variety of PARANORMAL ACTIVITY in the Library & Music Hall including EVPS, disembodied voices, shadow figures and more! Additionally, the library was featured on the Bio Channel TV show “My Ghost Story”.
Event Dates: Friday, May 24 7:00pm – 11:30pm
This event is sold out, please check back for future dates.
Tickets: $45
Visit https://www.ghostsnat.com for details and future dates.

Carnegie Performing Arts Center presents: Dance! Dance! Dance!
2019-06-01 00:00 - 2019-06-02 00:00
Carnegie Performing Arts Center presents: Dance! Dance! Dance!
June 1-2, 2019
ACFL&MH’s youth resident company presents their annual end of year showcase.
Saturday, June 1, 8:00PM
Sunday, June 2, 2:00PM
Tickets: $18 adults; $15 students and seniors
Tickets are available for purchase at the box office on the day of the performance.
Park for free on Main Street and enjoy our complimentary shuttle service. See map.
For more information, please visit CarnegiePerformingArtsCenter.com or call 412-279-8887.

2nd Saturday Civil War Series: The Evolution of Trauma Care 1862-2019
2019-06-08 00:00
2nd Saturday Civil War Series: The Evolution of Trauma Care 1862-2019
Speaker: Greg Susla
Saturday, June 8, 2019, 1:00 – 2:15 PM
This lecture reviews Jonathan Letterman’s plan for standardizing the treatment and evacuation of wounded soldiers in the Army of the Potomac during the American Civil War. Letterman’s plan; General Orders 147, called for an organized ambulance corps, organized surgical field hospitals, forward first aid, triage and evacuation, and long-term recovery hospitals. Although updated with the advent of modern technology, the talk describes how the Letterman Plan is still used today for the treatment and evacuation of wounded soldiers on the battlefield and injured civilians involved in everyday accidents.
Mr. Susla has been a volunteer at the National Museum of Civil War Medicine since January 2011. Greg’s interest in the Civil War stems from his home town, Torrington, CT, the birth place of the abolitionist John Brown. Greg received his pharmacy degrees from the Universities of Connecticut and Florida and completed a critical care pharmacy residency at the Ohio State University Hospitals.
Registration not required. Free and open to the public.

A Celebration of Anne Frank's 90th Birthday
2019-06-12 00:00
A Celebration of Anne Frank’s 90th Birthday
Wednesday, June 12 || 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Join us in the Studio for a celebration of the life of Anne Frank on what would have been her 90th birthday. Local poet Janette Schafer and friends will share stories and readings from their work “The Dreamers Anthology: Writing Inspired by the Lives of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr and Anne Frank.”
The Dreamers Anthology is an international collection of poetry and prose which explores the hopes and fears of individuals in the face of intolerance.The Dreamers Anthology features the work of many Pittsburgh area poets including: Alonna Carter, Deborah Hetrick Catanese, Don Krieger, Cedric Rudolph, Garth Schafer, Janette Schafer, Wendy Scott, and Matthew Ussia. Live folk/protest songs from the 60’s & 70’s performed by local favorites One O’Clock Monday.

Listen Locally Downstairs with RML Jazz with Laura Wiens
2019-06-19 19:00
Listen Locally Downstairs with RML Jazz with Laura Wiens
Wednesday, June 19, 2019, 7:00 PM
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Kicking off Jazz All Summer in the Studio is RML Jazz, offering up something for everyone with a repertoire that draws inspiration from the likes of Miles Davis, Thelonious Monk, Cannonball Adderley, Chick Corea, Bonnie Raitt and Steely Dan. Joining Rick Laus on drums is voc Laura Wiens along with Mike Clancy on saxes/flute, Glenn Utsch on keys who will be presenting at the National Conference On Keyboard Pedagogy in Chicago in July.
Join us mid-week and unwind. You’ll be glad you did.
Complimentary snacks and drinks by donation.
Doors open at 6:30 pm || Concert begins at 7:00 pm
Tickets: $10
Advance ticketing ensures you a seat.
Get your tickets in advance here.

Circlesinging Pittsburgh with Amado Ohland
2019-06-23 00:00
Circlesinging Pittsburgh with Amado Ohland
Sunday, June 23, 2019, 3:00pm – 5:00pm
Come stand (or sit) in the circle!
Circlesinging is a spontaneous, improvisational community-singing experience, a little but like a “drum circle” for singers. An experienced circlesong leader creates parts on-the-spot and leads the group in fun impromptu songs in an environment that promotes self-confidence and fosters teamwork and community.
All skill levels welcomed – from shower-singers to seasoned pros!
Click here for more information or contact Amado at info@AmadoMusic.com
RSVP is appreciated but not required; just drop in!
Optional $15 fee at the door (helps with rent and refreshments)
Free parking onsite.
About Circlesinging
Circlesinging takes inspiration from methods developed by Bobby McFerrin and his collaborators. An experienced circlesong leader creates parts on-the-spot, and leads the group in fun wordless songs. It’s done all over the world in countless different ways and it dates back to the earliest forms of human singing.
Sing beautiful harmonies without reading sheet music; promote self-confidence and a sense of accomplishment; and, many participants find that it fosters cooperation, teamwork, and community. It’s important to listen deeply—to each other and to ourselves—and to be responsive to what is there. This is a “mistake-free” zone. Come sing with us!
About Circlesong-Leader Amado Ohland
Amado is a 4-time attendee of Bobby McFerrin’s Circlesongs workshop. As a founding member of the improvisational vocal quartet VoiceExchange, he has co-led monthly Circlesinging events in the Washington, D.C. area for over 6 years. He’s also an active Jazz vocalist, and is pursuing a doctorate degree in Music Composition at West Virginia University.

Listen Locally Downstairs with Jessica Lee Jazz & Blues
2019-07-17 19:00
Listen Locally Downstairs with Jessica Lee Jazz & Blues
Wednesday, July 17, 2019, 7:00 PM
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Jazz & blues vocalist Jessica Lee returns to Listen Locally Downstairs with All the Men I’ve Loved Before! a tribute to the great men of jazz, blues and American music like Louis Armstrong, Nat King Cole, B. B. King, Sam Cooke, Ray Charles, George Benson, Luther Vandross, Eric Clapton and more!
Jessica will be joined by two of Pittsburgh’s own great jazz-men Mark Strickland on guitar and Eric DeFade on saxophones and flute.
For more information on Jessica’s recordings, productions, collaborations and live performances please visit www.jessicaleesong.com
Complimentary snacks and drinks by donation.
Doors open at 6:30 pm || Concert begins at 7:00 pm
Tickets: $10
Advance ticketing ensures you a seat.
Get your tickets in advance here.

Stage 62 presents Mamma Mia
2019-07-18 00:00 - 2019-07-28 00:00
Stage 62 presents
Mamma Mia
July 18-28, 2019
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directed by Stephen Santa and Drew Praskovich
The hilarious musical story of a young woman’s search for her birth father told through ABBA’s greatest hits. This sunny and funny tale unfolds on a Greek island paradise. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the identity of her father brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited 20 years ago.
Music and Lyrics by Björn Ulvaeus, Benny Andersson ; Book by Catherine Johnson Some songs with Stig Anderson.Originally conceived by Judy Craymer. Presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).
Performance Dates: 8:00pm July 18-20 and 25-27
2:00pm July 21 & 28
Tickets: $15-$20
Visit www.stage62.com for more details.
Park for free on Main Street and enjoy our complimentary shuttle service. See map.

Listen Locally Downstairs with The Dantes
2019-08-02 00:00
Listen Locally Downstairs with The Dantes
Friday, August 2, 2019
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Join us for a special evening of “Oldies but Goodies” with Pittsburgh’s Dantes.
Rick Funaro (tenor, guitar/keys), Patsy Molinaro (bass) and Bob Palombi (baritone) are lifelong friends from Carnegie who started singing together at quite a young age Their 1965 record How Many Times / Top Down Time are still played on oldies stations today.
Let The Dantes’ sweet harmonies take you back to the golden days of doo-wop with hits from The Four Freshmen, Perry Como, Pittsburgh’s own Skyliners and so many more.
Complimentary snacks and drinks by donation.
Doors open at 7:00 pm || Concert begins at 7:30 pm
Tickets: $10
Get your tickets in advance here.

College Yes presents: The Art of College Planning
2019-08-06 00:00
College Yes presents: The Art of College Planning
Tuesday, August 6, 2019
7:00pm
Are you ready for the next steps in your child’s education? Is your child?
Join us for a FREE educational seminar on college funding and preparation for high school students and parents.
Seating is limited, RSVP today! 412-265-7772
2nd Floor, Lincoln Gallery
Free parking onsite

Listen Locally Downstairs with The Rick Finkelstein Quintet featuring Marti Aggazio
2019-08-21 00:00
Listen Locally Downstairs with The Rick and Marti Jazz Sextet
Wednesday, August 21, 2019 || 7:00 PM
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Rounding out our Summer of Jazz Downstairs is The Rick and Marti Jazz Sextet with an evening of songs from the Great American Songbook – across many genres. You’ll hear tunes from Gershwin, Porter, Berlin, Jobim and other Latin favorites – a truly eclectic line-up.
Joining Rick (Finkelstein, Guitar) and Marti (Aggazio,Vocals) are Rick Mansfield, Sax; Clem Rolin, Trombone; Vince Gorman, Bass; Deb Weible, Drums.
Join us mid-week and unwind. You’ll be glad you did. Complimentary snacks and drinks by donation.
Doors open at 6:30 pm || Concert begins at 7:00 pm
Tickets: $10
Get your tickets in advance here.

Ghost Hunt with Ghosts N’at
2019-08-24 00:00
Ghost Hunt with Ghosts N’at
Saturday, August 24, 2019
This event is sold out, please stay tuned for future tour dates.
Join Ghosts N’at Paranormal Adventures for an evening you won’t soon forget! On Saturday, August 24th, experience what happens when the lights go out in The Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall in Carnegie, PA during a real GUIDED GHOST HUNT.
During our ghost hunt, you will be paired with a REAL paranormal investigator using the latest and greatest in ghost hunting gadgetry to try to make contact with “The Other Side”. We will be investigating the most active areas of the building, where we’ve captured evidence – or library staff have had personal experiences!
We’ve experienced a wide variety of PARANORMAL ACTIVITY in the Library & Music Hall including EVPS, disembodied voices, shadow figures and more! Additionally, the library was featured on the Bio Channel TV show “My Ghost Story”.
Event Dates: Saturday, August 24 7:00pm – 11:30pm
Tickets: $45
Visit https://www.ghostsnat.com for details.

2nd Saturday Civil War Series: Discovering Clara Barton's Missing Soldiers Office
2019-09-14 00:00
2nd Saturday Civil War Series: Discovering Clara Barton’s Missing Soldiers Office
September 14, 2019 || 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
In the aftermath of the Civil War, relief organizer and volunteer nurse Clara Barton opened the Missing Soldiers Office to search for missing Union soldiers. From her boardinghouse in Washington, she launched an operation that scoured the nation for information about soldiers who had disappeared during the conflict. In three years, Barton and her team discovered the fate of more than 22,000 missing men. Yet, her work with the Missing Soldiers Office has largely been overshadowed by Barton’s role with the American Red Cross. The boardinghouse in Washington fell into disrepair and by the 1990s, was likely to be torn down. In 1996, a government employee named Richard Lyons made a surprising discovery and uncovered the story of Barton’s Missing Soldiers Office and preserved the historic structure to be developed into a museum that is now operated by the National Museum of Civil War Medicine.
Jake Wynn is the Director of Interpretation at the Clara Barton Missing Soldiers Office Museum and the National Museum of Civil War Medicine.
Jake Wynn is the Director of Interpretation at the Clara Barton Missing Soldiers Office Museum and the National Museum of Civil War Medicine.
He writes independently on the history of Pennsylvania’s Anthracite Coal Region on his blog, Wynning History.

Listen Locally Downstairs The Stapletons
2019-09-18 00:00
Listen Locally Downstairs The Stapletons
Wednesday, September 18, 2019 || 7:00 PM
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Kate and Casey Stapleton are a husband and wife, harp and guitar duo. Together, they write baroque folk rich with hints of Appalachian balladry, Delta blues, and echoes of the English folk revival movement. Blues-driven harp and guitar arrangements topped by ethereal vocal harmonies combine to create a wondrous sound.
Their performances include song and storytelling woven together with Celtic harp and classical, 12 string, and acoustic guitar. Their show includes songs and stories inspired by Civil War era Pittsburgh and the journey of Lewis and Clark, Sacagawea, and the people of the Western frontier.
Join us mid-week and unwind. You’ll be glad you did.
Complimentary snacks and drinks by donation.
Doors open at 6:30 pm || Concert begins at 7:00 pm
Tickets: $10
Get your tickets in advance here.

Annual Benefit - Carnegie SWINGS!
2019-09-28 00:00
Carnegie SWINGS!
Saturday, September 28, 2019
7:30 PM
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Music director/arranger/trombonist Reggie Watkins has prepared a dazzling performance blending vintage music and dance from across the spectrum of Jazz and popular song for the Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall’s annual benefit this year.
The program will include Pittsburgh’s renowned Boilermaker Jazz Band bringing new verve to classic Jazz Age (20s – 40s) music and two New Yorkers: tap dancer extraordinaire Alex MacDonald and fabulous vocal stylist Lisa Gary.
Flaunt your favorite brand of Retro with that special dress, tie, shoes or hat — you pick the decade. Anything goes!
Carnegie SWINGS! benefits the campaign to restore and revitalize the historic landmark Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall.
A lively after-theater supper throughout the ACFL&MH’s historic facility follows the performance. You’ll find a dance party (as well as food and drink) in the Studio. Join in or just enjoy. Anything goes!
Limited on site and street parking is available. For your convenience, a free shuttle runs from the Main Street parking lot directly across from the Carnegie Coffee Company.
Doors open at 7:00 pm || Concert begins at 7:30 pm
Tickets are available online or by calling 412-276-3456 x8
$125.00 Reserved Orchestra Seating ($80 tax deductible)
$75.00 Open Balcony Seating ($35 tax deductible)
All support of Carnegie SWINGS! (sponsorship, tickets, donations) will be matched by September’s Love Your Library campaign.
Please join us.
WYEP and NEXTpittsburgh are media sponsors for Carnegie SWINGS!

The Pittsburgh Watercolor Society presents Technique workshop with Frank Eber
2019-09-30 00:00 - 2019-10-03 00:00
The Pittsburgh Watercolor Society presents
Technique workshop with Frank Eber
September 30 – October 3, 2019
Award-winning artist and signature member of National Watercolor Society (NWS), American Watercolor Society (AWS), and Transparent Watercolor Society of America (TWSA), Frank Ebert, is known for his luminous landscapes.
In Mr. Eber’s four day workshop, topics will include design and composition, color and lighting, simplification of shape, and atmospheric effects. The techniques participants will learn in this workshop transcend the watercolor medium.
Space is limited, registration required.
Click here for details and registration.

RADical Days
2019-10-04 00:00
RADical Days
Open house and free concert with The South Hills Chorale
Friday, October 4, 2019
6:00pm || Open House
7:30pm || Concert
Discover our historic Library and rare Civil War room during this year’s RADical Days open house and then enjoy a free concert with the South Hills Chorale in our acoustically superb, Carnegie Carnegie Music Hall.
The Mt. Lebanon based, 90-voice Chorale has been entertaining people and organizations throughout the Pittsburgh region for sixty years.
You’ll enjoy a sampling of their broad repertoire including American classics, Broadway, pops, spirituals, classical, and more! There is a music style for everyone at each Chorale concert.
More about the South Hills Chorale
The Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall has been proudly serving our community since 1901. Our facility sits graciously on the hill above Carnegie’s main Street and houses a fine regional library, acoustically excellent music hall, studios, a lovely reception hall and a true national treasure – The Captain Thomas Espy Post of the Grand Army of the Republic.
More about the Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall
RADical Days is an annual “THANK YOU” to the residents and visitors of Allegheny County, whose sales tax dollars help support our incredible regional assets.
More about RADical Days
Free and open to the public.

The Pittsburgh Savoyards present - Ruddigore
2019-10-11 00:00 - 2019-10-20 00:00
The Pittsburgh Savoyards present – Ruddigore
October 11 – 20, 2019
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Gilbert & Sullivan’s satirical take on the Victorian melodrama follows the Baronets of Ruddigore, who are cursed – each Baronet must commit some kind of crime every single day or else he will die in agony and the curse will be handed down to the next in line. When Sir Ruthven tries to escape his destiny and leave the curse to his younger brother the ghosts of Baronets past force out of him out of hiding and back into the role of daily criminal. Now he must figure out a way to lead an honest life and make everyone happy…but how?
Music Director – Guy Russo
Stage Director – Michael McFaden
Click here for a full description and cast list.
Performance Dates: October 11*-12, 8:00 PM
October 13, 2:30 PM
October 17-19, 8:00 PM
October 20, 2:30 PM
Tickets: $12 – $25
*Special Opening Night Event – Meet the Pittsburgh Savoyards! Opening night reception following the show, October 11, 2019.
Park for free on Main Street and enjoy our complimentary shuttle service. See map.

Written Out of History: Major John Nevin of the 93rd Pennsylvania Infantry
2019-10-12 00:00
Written Out of History: Major John Nevin of the 93rd Pennsylvania Infantry
Speaker: Dana B. Shoaf
Saturday, October 12, 2019, 1:00 – 2:15PM
Join Western Pennsylvania native and Civil War Times magazine editor Dana B. Shoaf as he tells the story of Sewickley native John J. Nevin during the Civil War. Nevin served in three different units, most notably with the 93rd Pennsylvania, which he led on an important, but overlooked attack during the Battle of Gettysburg. Despite Nevin’s solid service with the 93rd, he was virtually ignored by the veterans of the regiment during the postwar years.

Shoaf interweaves his talk with quotes from Nevin’s diary, held at the Senator John Heinz R
egional History Center. This fascinating discussion reveals overlooked aspects of the Battle of Gettysburg, as well as the complex nature of Civil War veterans and their memories of when their “hearts were touched by fire.”
Light refreshments served. Registration not required. Free and open to the public. 2nd Saturday Lecture Series made possible by the Massey Charitable Trust. Lecture is being held in the Lincoln Gallery.

Listen Locally Downstairs with Rachel Whitcomb, singer/songwriter
2019-10-16 00:00
Listen Locally Downstairs
with Rachel Whitcomb, singer/songwriter
Wednesday, October 16, 2019
7:00pm
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This Pittsburgh singer songwriter has always been drawn to the emotional side of country and Americana music, where the melodies and lyrics intersect in simple yet meaningful ways to tell heartfelt stories. Rachel’s honest and sensitive storytelling draws audiences together across many walks of life.
Rachel’s set will include Americana, country and bluegrass along with the personal stories tied to her original songs. She’ll also share some familiar country favorites in this acoustic set.
Join us mid-week and unwind. You’ll be glad you did.
Complimentary snacks and drinks by donation.
Doors open at 6:30 pm || Concert begins at 7:00 pm
Tickets: $10
Get your tickets here.
More about the artist:
Rachel holds a Doctorate of Education in Music Education and is an Associate Professor of Music Education at Duquesne University. She strongly believes that music of all types should be included in schools so that children can have an outlet for expression that is relevant to the music in their lives outside of school. In her own childhood experiences, there was a disconnect between the formal classical training she received and the rich country music she sang on her own and loved the most. Through her work as both a singer songwriter and teacher educator, she hopes to inspire others to unapologetically embrace the music they love and not be afraid to study it in and out of school.
https://soundcloud.com/rachel-whitcomb-838806008

Kyiv Ukrainian Dance Ensemble presents - Dance Through Decades
2019-10-26 00:00
Kyiv Ukrainian Dance Ensemble presents – Dance Through Decades
with special guest Nadia Tarnawsky
Saturday, October 26, 2019
12:00pm | Marketplace with Traditional Ukrainian Food and Cultural Items
2:30pm | Performance
The Kyiv Ukrainian Dance Ensemble is pleased to present – Dance Through Decades – a story of three friends, a rainy day and an attic full of fun and discovery! 40 dancers will dazzle you in brilliant costumes and exhilarating choreography as they bring to life the tale of friendship, imagination and a lazy afternoon uncovering hidden gems that spans decades!
The show will feature special guest vocalist and musician Nadia Tarnawsky.
The performance begins at 2:30pm. Guests are encouraged to arrive early for the Ukrainian Marketplace with traditional foods and vendors starting at 12pm.
A reception with food and dancing will follow at 5:30pm at St. Peter & St. Paul Ukrainian Orthodox Church Hall in Carnegie.
Tickets: $15 Students / Seniors
$18 General Admission
For Tickets call 412-527-3539 or email kyivdance@aol.com
Park for free on Main Street and enjoy our complimentary shuttle service. See map.

Ghosts N'at - Teen Ghost Hunt
2019-10-31 00:00
Ghosts N’at – Teen Ghost Hunt
Thursday, October 31, 2019 || 8:30 – 10:30 PM
Calling all teen ghost hunters! Have you ever wondered if the rumors about our haunted library are true? Now is your chance to find out! Ghost N’at Paranormal Adventures is giving teens the opportunity for a real guided ghost hunt on the spookiest of nights-Halloween! Experience what happens when the lights go out at Andrew Carnegie Free Library!
This is a free program open only for teens in 9th-12th grade.

Space is limited and registration is required. In order to participate in the ghost hunt you must register and have the permission slip signed by a parent/guardian. Teens without a permission slip and not registered will not be able to attend.

There are two ways to register and get the permission slip.

Email Rachel at moorer3@einetwork.net She will register you and send you the permission slip for you to print and get signed.
Stop by the library to register/get slip in person.

If you have any questions please email Rachel or call 412-276-3456×12.

Listen Locally with The Blues Orphans
2019-11-01 00:00
Listen Locally with The Blues Orphans
Friday, November 1, 2019 || 7:30 PM
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The Blues Orphans have been performing original genre-bending roots music since 1979. Based in blues and bluegrass with punk-funk hip-hop-polka flavors, they offer a cauldron of hysterical new Americana.
Founded 40 years ago by Carnegie’s own, brothers Andy & Bob Gabig, The Blues Orphans have recorded 6 albums of original songs featuring local themes and topical humor about life in the 21st century.
This concert celebrates their continuing 40 year odyssey and will feature Matthew Kweder on drums, Roger Day on tuba, Dr Nelson Harrison on trombone and Lou Schreiber on clarinet & saxophone.
Doors open at 6:30 pm || Show begins at 7:30 pm
Tickets:
$15 advance
$20 at the door
$5 youth 12 & under
Get your tickets in advance here.
91.3 WYEP is a media sponsor for the Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall presenting Listen Locally with the Blues Orphans.

Meet the band…
Brothers, Andy and Bob Gabig, apprenticed on the road in the mid 70’s playing in the lively street music scenes in New York, New Orleans, San Francisco, Montreal, Paris, honky tonks in Nashville and Chicago blues clubs. Mining the traditional roots of blues, jazz, country and bluegrass they push the boundaries and flavor their sound with modern influences, local topics and current events. Their playlist contains over 150 original songs, 80 of which have been recorded on 7 albums. Their formula remains simple, catchy hooks and intelligent lyrics with humorous insight supported by excellent musicianship.
Lou Schreiber (piano, clarinet and saxophone) has played with George Benson, Jimmy McGriff, Johnny Costa and with Five Guys Named Moe for decades.
Dr. Nelson Harrison (trombone and trombetto) played in the Count Basie Orchestra in the 70’s and with James Brown, Aretha Franklin, Dionne Warwick, the Temptations and many others.
Schrieber and Harrison are both Pittsburgh Jazz Hall of Famers and 60 year veterans of the local jazz scene.
Roger Day (tuba) is one of the busiest men in the local music scene, performing with several bands and playing everything from Latin to Klezmer. He is a classically trained musician and brings a unique style of soloing to any song.
Matthew Kweder (drums) fronts his own band, Smoking Section, and has been teaching percussion for more than 40 years in Pittsburgh. He also plays solo piano shows around town.

Mooka Entertainment presents Dia de Los Muertos - A Mestizo Tradition
2019-11-02 00:00
Mooka Entertainment presents
Dia de Los Muertos – A Mestizo Tradition
Saturday, November 2, 2019
5:00pm
TICKETS
Join us for a family-friendly Dia de los Muertos Celebration with Gloria Arjona
Dr. Arjona will delve into the origins and traditions of the Mexican celebration – Day of the Dead – through an interactive program that includes live music, storytelling, imagery and traditional clothing.
Born in El Paso and raised in Mexico City, Dr. Arjona has a distinctive way of lecturing that utilizes multimedia to draw attention to the rich cultures and traditions of Latin America, in particular Mexico and the US-Mexico border.
Complimentary snacks, drinks by donation and Ofrenda Table
Program is followed by a FREE screening of “Coco”
Doors open at 4:30 pm || Program begins at 5:00 pm
Advance Tickets: $15 adults/$5 kids ages 12 & under
Family of 4 discount package: $40 (2 adults & 2 kids)
(Tickets at the door will be $20 adults/$10 kids)
Get your tickets here.

A High Brow Affair presents CD Release Party - A FREE event for KIDS (of all ages)
2019-11-03 00:00
A High Brow Affair presents
CD Release Party – A FREE event for KIDS (of all ages)
Sunday, November 3, 2019 1:00pm
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Pittsburgh-based children’s performers, High Brow Affair, invite you to celebrate the release of their debut self-titled children’s album. Free activities include a build your own ice cream sundae bar, crafts, a selfie station, and live music. Raffle chances, CD’s and other merchandise will be available for sale.
Come for an hour. Come for two. Or, stay the whole time! Just come celebrate with us!
Admission is FREE and open to the public.
Click here for ticketing.

Wealth Strategies presents Keys to Optimizing Your Social Security Benefits
2019-11-04 00:00
Wealth Strategies presents
Keys to Optimizing Your Social Security Benefits
Monday, November 4, 2019 || 6:00pm
You are invited to join us for a FREE educational workshop.
You will learn:
● Strategies to potentially maximize your Social Security benefits
● How benefits are calculated and strategies to increase them.
● Why married couples could miss out on substantial benefits.
● When should you apply for Social Security?
● Bonus topics – Safe strategies to enhance your retirement income – Substantially lower your IRA required minimum distribution & taxes.
Admission is FREE. Seating is Limited.
RSVP Today! 412-921-2100

JFCS Career Development Center and the United Way present Career Fair
2019-11-06 00:00
JFCS Career Development Center and the United Way present
Career Fair
Wednesday, November 6, 2019, 11:00am – 2:00pm
Prepare now for you new career! Attendees will have the opportunity to meet with representatives from more than 30 employers and training & resource providers will be present to discuss available job and training opportunities. Registration is preferred via email although walk-ins are welcome.
Admission is FREE and open to the public.
Contact gyoung@cdcpgh.org to register.

2nd Saturday Civil War Series: 1864 Middle Tennessee Campaign
2019-11-09 00:00
2nd Saturday Civil War Series: 1864 Middle Tennessee Campaign
Speaker: Richard Condon
Saturday, November 9, 2019, 1:00 – 2:30 PM
By Fall of 1864, the ragged Confederate Army of Tennessee, under the command of Maj. Gen. John Bell Hood, had set forth on a desperate campaign from Georgia through Tennessee. Although Hood’s operation in late 1864 climaxed at the battle of Nashville on December 15-16, the fate of his army was sealed two weeks earlier at Franklin, where 10,000 total casualties were inflicted in a span of five hours. It was only a matter of time after the Confederate defeat in Middle Tennessee that the army would gradually dissipate. Between November and December 1864, the fighting in Middle Tennessee foreshadowed the result of the war, and for the Federal army, set a stage where the West was won.
Rich Condon is a public historian based out of Pittsburgh, although he began his career as a battlefield guide in Franklin, Tennessee. For nine years he has worked with a multitude of sites and organizations, including The Battle of Franklin Trust, Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum, Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, and Flight 93 National Memorial. Rich is a contributing writer for the Pennsylvania in the Civil War blog, and director of Civil War Pittsburgh – an organization focused on education and preservation regarding Western Pennsylvania’s role in the American Civil War.
Plan on coming early and join us and American Legion Post 82 at 12:30 pm for a Veterans Day flag-raising ceremony.
Registration not required. Free and open to the public
2nd Saturday Lecture Series made possible by the Massey Charitable Trust.

Veteran's Day Flag Ceremony
2019-11-09 00:00
Veteran’s Day Flag Ceremony
Saturday, November 9, 12:30 PM
On Veteran’s Day we will honor those who bravely served our country with a ceremony outside of the Library & Music Hall. This annual event, begun in 2017, is done in partnership with the American Legion Post 82 and the 9th Pennsylvania Reserves. Magistrate and former Carnegie Mayor Jack Kobistek will lead the ceremony. Please stop by and join us, the ceremony will begin at 12:30 PM.

Stage 62 presents Hairspray
2019-11-14 00:00 - 2019-11-24 00:00
Stage 62 presents Hairspray
November 14-24, 2019
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directed by Arthur DeConciliis
Tickets are now on sale for Stage 62’s fall production of Hairspray! Don’t miss this Tony Award-winning musical with irresistible songs, high-energy dances, and a beautiful message of acceptance.
Music by Marc Shaiman; Lyrics by Marc Shaiman, Scott Wittman; Book by Thomas Meehan, Mark O’Donnell
Based on the New Line Cinema film, written and directed by John Waters. Presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).
Performance Dates: 8:00pm November 14-16 and 21-23
2:00pm November 17 & 24
Tickets: $15-$20
Visit www.stage62.com for more details.
Park for free on Main Street and enjoy our complimentary shuttle service. See map.
