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What’s Happening – Week of Dec. 11

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CAMERA CLUB

The Western Pennsylvania Lensshooters Camera Club will meet at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 14 in the Peters Township Public Library. This month’s meeting will be a fun night of the game show “Jeopardy,” photography-style. The meeting is free and open to the public. Call 724-747-1300 for more information.

PRIME STAGE

Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad will be presented every two days until Jan. 29 at the New Hazlett Theater located at 6 Allegheny Square. Tickets are $24. Email bpierce1107@gmail.com or call 724-612-0265 for more information or visit: https://primestage.com/events/harriet-tubman/.

BOOK SALE

The Peters Township public library, located on East McMurray Road, is holding its holiday book sale from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily until Dec. 23. The main lobby will feature used books, media and holiday favorites for purchase. For more information, call 724-941-9430.

BLUE CHRISTMAS

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church on Washington Road in Mt. Lebanon will hold its Blue Christmas service from 7 to 8 p.m. Dec. 21. The service is one of lament, healing, light and hope for those facing the death of a loved one, the loss of a job or any of the many other challenges life brings. Visit www.stpaulspgh.org or go to the organization’s Facebook page (www.facebook.com/stpaulsepiscopalpgh) for more details.

COIN CLUB

The South Hills Coin Club will meet at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 13 at the Bethel Park municipal building, located at 5100 West Library Ave. In addition to the group’s Christmas party, there will be a 50/50 raffle and children’s prizes awarded. Applications for new members is being accepted. Call 724-984-6611 for details.

WRAP & YAP

The Peters Township Parks and Recreation Department will hold a wrapping and yapping party from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Dec. 15 at the community center. Ages 18 and over can bring their holiday presents to wrap. Supplies will be provided and a food treat is included. Fee is $5 ($8 non-members). Sign up online at www.peterstownship.com or call 724-942-5000 for more details. Deadline is Dec. 13.

LIGHT CONTEST

Peters Township is conducting a holiday lights decorations contest. The event is open to all homes in the township. Registration is required. Visit www.peterstownship.org or call 724-942-5000. Deadline is Dec. 16. Judging will take place at 6 p.m. Dec. 21.

TOY TRAINS

The Trolley Museum’s Trolleys and Toy Trains event will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 16. Visitors of this event will be able to ride on decorated trolleys and to view the Lionel toy train layout. Admission is $13 for adults, $12 for seniors and $11 for children ages 3-15; children under 3 are free.

HOLIDAY MUSIC

Sunny Hill Church, located on Washington Road in Mt. Lebanon, will present “Peace on Earth,” a musical experience with contralto Daphne Alderson at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 16. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 ($20 at the door). Tickets are available at Brown Paper or by visiting https://bpt.me/5642858

For information, email academyconc@gmail.com.

WINTER CONCERT

The South Hills Chorale presents its winter concert at 7 p.m. Dec. 16 and at 2 p.m. Dec. 17 at Christ United Methodist Church, located at 44 Highland Road in Bethel Park. The 80-member group of male and female voices will perform a variety of seasonal songs. Admission is $20. Tickets are available from chorale members, at the door or online at southhillschorale.org.

NIGHT OUT

The Peters Township Parks and Recreation Department will hold a “Parent’s Night Out” for ages 6 to 10 from 6 to 8:45 p.m. Dec. 16 at the community center. Fee is $15 ($23 non-members). The evening will feature holiday-themed games, activities and pizza. Pre-registration is required as space is limited. Sign up at www.peterstownship.com or call 724-942-5000 for more details.

CHANUKAH EVENT

The South Hills Lights Glow in the Dark community wide Chanukah event will be held at 5 p.m. Dec. 19 at the Dormont pool parking lot. In addition to the lighting of a giant Menorah, there will be music, face painting, glow-in-the-dark tent donuts, gelt drop and a Chanukah raffle for $18. Registration is encouraged. Visit www.chabadsh.com to sign up.

AUP CLUB

The Association of University People (AUP) will meet at 6 p.m. Dec. 20 at Bella’s on Fort Couch, located at 91 Fort Couch Rd. RSVP to 412- 862-7861 or email nl.hokaj@gmail.com. The group is open to singles, ages 50 and older, who are four-year college graduates. The group meets monthly for dinners, social events and gatherings such as concerts and wine tastings. Call 412-353-9088 or email Aupsingles@gmail.com for more details on the club.

CHABAD LUNCH

A Chanukah seniors luncheon will be held at 1 p.m. Dec. 21 at Chabad of the South Hills, located at 1701 McFarland Rd. in Mt. Lebanon. In addition to the holiday program, there will be hot latkes and raffle prizes. Suggested donation is $5. The event is wheelchair accessible. Call 412-278-2658 or email: barb@chabadsh.com to pre register.

HOLIDAY KICKOFF

A winter break kickoff celebration will be held from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Dec. 23 at the Peters Township library, located on East McMurray Road. Patrons can get a photo with Pittsburgh Penguins mascot Iceberg between 1 and 2 p.m. There will be holiday movies to view in the Teen Room. Crafts can be made in the multipurpose room. There will be free books to keep or check out books and movies for the holiday break. Each person who checks out five or more items will receive a ticket to win a prize basket. No registration is necessary. Call 724-941-9430 for more details.

AARP MEETS

The AARP Chapter 3016 meets every second Thursday of the month at Unity Presbyterian Church located at 1146 Greentree Road. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Light refreshments will be served. Anyone over 55 can attend. With 270 members, the club offers travel, programs, picnics, pancake brunches, socials and a holiday party. Call 412-563-3961 for more information.

WEIGHT LOSS

The Take Pounds off Sensible Chapter 475 of Carnegie meets year-round at the Carnegie United Methodist Church located at 415 Washington Ave. Cost is $5 per month. Weigh-in is at 3:30 p.m. Class follows from 4 to 5 p.m. Call 412-818-7489 for more details.

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