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News & Events

The Octopus Garden Club: Tied Together

May 3, 2013

A series offun-filled, hands-on workshops for every age! Tied Together engages kids and adults in learning about where their food comes from, while making an eco-educational, mosaic art sculpture. Workshops feature themed activities and conversations with Master Gardnerers, Conservationists, Artists, Composting Specialists, Eco-Enthusiasts, Chefs and Kids! For more information click here to send an email! 



Hard Hats & High Heels Fashion Show Fundraiser

May 31, 2013

Construction Material Meets High Fashion. 10 of Pittsburgh's most creative and talented fashion designers will showcase 30 outfits made almost completely out of material found at Habitat's ReStore. Think of skirts made from stitched property tape, corsets from mop heads, and even full dresses from drapes. Live music entertainment, gourmet hors d'oeuvres, local celebrities, and a special performance by Lifetime's "Dance Moms" Dancers. All Proceeds Benefit the Veterans Build Program at Habitat for Humanity, assisting local Veterans with home repairs.

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Where Dreams Come From

June 7, 2013

 

Kiln-N-Time  (412-463-0383), Creative Citizen Studios (412-576 6254)
When: Friday, June 7th, 6:00-8:00pm
Where: Kiln N Time, 3801 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15201, phone:(412) 687-0383.



Zero Waste Pgh Hard to Recycle Collection

June 8, 2013

Saturday, June 8th 2013 9am-1pm
Location Steel City Harley Davidson, 1375 Washington Rd., Washington, PA 15301

Click here for full info.



RiverFest Celebration of Excellence in Science Education

July 13, 2013

RiverFest, the First Annual Celebration of Excellence in Science Education, hosted by the Fox Chapel Yacht Club & Marina.

July 13, 2013, 2:00-6:00 pm

• Family-friendly hors d'oeuvres/refreshments by Baja
  Bar & Grill

• Music and Entertainment

• Science activities on board RiverQuest's green   boat Explorer, docked at the marina

• Family activities along the esplanade

• and the RiverQuest Awards, recognizing outstanding students and teachers in the
  field of science.

Adults (ages 18 and older): $25
Children 6 & over: $10, Children under 6: Free!
VIP: $150
Tickets click here.

Fox Chapel Yacht Club, 1366 Old Freeport Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238