ART book singing featuring contributors to "TENDER a literary anthology & book of spells: evidence." Event from 7:00-8:30pm. Event is free but RSVP is required. 7:00 PM. City of Asylum @ Alphabet City, 40 W. North Ave.. alphabetcity.org
FEBRUARY 28 SCIENCE AFTER HOURS: TRUE CRIME EDUCATION Put your sleuthing skills to the test as secrets and motives are exposed at Science After Hours: True Crime. With no kids around, expect deeper science content, riskier experiments, and more! Event from 6:00-10:00pm 6:00 PM. Carnegie Science Center, One Allegheny Ave.. carnegiesciencecenter.org
MARCH 1 LINDA SUE PARK
LIT/LECTURE Linda Sue Park is the author of more than two dozen books for young readers, including picture books, middle-grade and young-adult novels, short stories, and poetry. Following the event there will be a book signing. 2:30 PM. Carnegie Lecture Hall, 4400 Forbes Ave.. 412-622-8866
MARCH 6 THE OUTISDERS
STAGE S.E. Hinton's Classic novel about class war and friendship is presented by Prime Stage Theatre. Through March 15 Times Vary. New Hazlett Theater, 6 Allegheny Square East, North Side. primestage.com
NEW WORKS SHOWCASE
STAGE Looking for a night of bold new work? Come check out 4 original plays, fresh music, inspirational dances, and brand new poetry all created and presented by ATC’s brilliant Professional Ensemble. Appropriate for ages 14+. Children under 10 will not be admitted. 7:00 PM. Alumni Theater Company, 6601 Hamilton Avenue, Homewood.
MARCH 9 PITTSBURGH OPERA FASHION SHOW
FASHION Don't miss the most fashionable night of the year with the Pittsburgh Opera Fashion Event! 6:30 PM. Pittsburgh Opera Headquarters, 2425 Liberty Ave.. pittsburghopera.org
TEN EVENINGS SERIES: ESI EDUGYAN
LIT/LECTURE Prize-winning novelist Esi Edugyan’s Washington Black is an epic adventure about a boy who rises from the ashes of slavery to become a man of the world 7:00 PM. Carnegie Library Lecture Hall, 4400 Forbes Ave., Oakland. Pittsburghlectures. orgwww.alumnitheatercompany.org
MARCH 16 ANNE ENRIGHT
LIT Pittsburgh Arts and Lectures presents Dublin-based author Anne Enright to discuss her newest novel, The Actress. Entry includes a copy of the novel. 7:00 PM. Carnegie Library Lecture Hall, 4400 Forbes Ave., Oakland. www.pittsburghlectures.com
MARCH 18 THE TIPPING POINT
DANCE Multi-disciplinary, immersive production featuring local actors/dancers and a group of resettled refugees. Through March 29 7:00 PM. 25 Carrick Ave, 25 Carrick Ave., Carrick. https://25carrickave.com/
MARCH 20 HERE + NOW
DANCE This mixed-repertory production brings together three celebrated choreographers to create stunning dance for the here and now in the August Wilson Cultural Center. Runs through March 29. 8:00 PM. August Wilson African American Cultural Center, 980 Liberty Ave., Downtown. pbt.org
APRIL 6 TEN EVENINGS SERIES: MICHAEL ONDAATJE
LIT/LECTURE Man Booker Prize-winning author of The English Patient and recipient of the Golden Booker, Michael Ondaatje’s newest novel is Warlight, a mesmerizing tale of violence and love, intrigue and desire. 7:30 PM. Carnegie Library Music Hall, 4400 Forbes Ave., Oakland. Pittsburghlectures.org
APRIL 17 BALANCHINE + TCHAIKOVSKY WITH THE PBT ORCHESTRA
SYMPHONY, DANCE Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre’s storied history with Balanchine and Tchaikovsky is revived in this mixed-repertory production celebrating two of ballet’s greatest contributors. Runs through April 19. 8:00 PM. Benedum Center, 237th Street, Downtown. Pbt.org
February 14: Gary Gulman guests Donnie Iris and The Ghost Hounds. 5:30 PM. Jergel's Rhythm Grille, 107 Slade Lane, Warrendale. givetochildrens.org/ shearthebeard
NEGRO LEAGUES CENTENNIAL COMMERATION
HISTORY Join the Heinz History Center, Pittsburgh Pirates, Josh Gibson Foundation, and Carnegie Museum of Art for an evening commemorating the centennial of baseball’s Negro Leagues. 6:00 PM. Sports Museum, 1212 Smallman St., Strip. heinzhistorycenter.org
FEBRUARY 14 BLACK WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
COMMUNITY LISTINGS
LIT/LECTURE In celebration of Black History Month, the Center for Women’s Entrepreneurship and the Women’s Institute at Chatham University will host a panel of speakers representing “Black Women in Leadership & Community Development.” 7:30 AM. James Laughlin Music Center, 6585 Penn Ave., Larimer. chatam.edu/cwe
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JERGEL'S RHYTHM GRILLE, DONNIE IRIS
FUNDRAISER Join Steeler Nation for "The Final Cut", year 10 of Shear Da Beard with special guest Brett Keisel. This event benefits Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, special
TROPICAL SUNDAYS
EXHIBIT Take 50% off admission every Sunday in February when you wear a tropical-inspired shirt to Phipps. 9:30 AM. Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, One Schenley Park. phipps. conservatory.org
FEBRUARY 19 PITTSBURGH CITY COUNCIL
PUBLIC hearing Public Comment will be heard regarding the designation of four buildings as Historic Structures, including the City-County Building and Federal Courthouse. 1:00 PM. Council Chambers, 414 Grant St., Downtown. Pittsburghpa.gov
BLACK HISTORY MONTH LECTURE: FREEDOM'S BLOOD MEMORIES
LIT/LECTURE The sixth annual Black History Month lecture features Sowande Mustakeem, Ph.D., author of “Slavery at Sea: Terror, Sex, and Sickness in the Middle Passage.” 6:00 PM. Heinz History Center, 1212 Smallman St., Strip. Heinzhistorycenter.org
FEBRUARY 21 CANDY ENGINEERING SLEEPOVER
OTHER Looking for fun, overnight things to do with your family? Bring them on down to the Science Center for a night full of fun. 6:00 PM. Carnegie Science Center, One Allegheny Ave.. carnegiesciencecenter.org
FEBRUARY 22 YOUTH AUTHOR SERIES: MAHOGANY L. BROWNE
LIT/LECTURE Join us for a reading with acclaimed spoken word poet, visionary, and
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