5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: Jan. 10-12

JoAnne Klimovich Harrop
Friday, Jan. 10, 2020 6:47 a.m. | Friday, Jan. 10, 2020 6:47 a.m.

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A replica of the iconic Kaufmann’s Department Store is the newest addition to the Carnegie Science Center on the North Side’s Miniature Railroad & Village, showcased in the science center’s Locomotion Weekend event Jan. 11-12.

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Attendees walk inside a recreational vehicle at the Pittsburgh RV Show. This year’s event features nine acres of recreational vehicles and other exhibitors. It is Jan. 11-19 at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Downtown Pittsburgh. Attendees walk inside a recreational vehicle at the Pittsburgh RV Show. This year’s event features nine acres of recreational vehicles and other exhibitors. It is Jan. 11-19 at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Downtown Pittsburgh.

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Some of the fashions worn by iconic actress Katharine Hepburn. They are part of the exhibit “Katharine Hepburn: Dressed for Stage & Screen” which ends Jan. 12 at The Frick Pittsburgh in Point Breeze.

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Jim Gaffigan at LA Times Studio at Sundance Film Festival presented by Chase Sapphire, Monday, Jan. 28, 2019, in Park City, Utah. He will perform on Jan. 10 at PPG Paints Arena, Pittsburgh Uptown

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A brightly lit outdoor garden will welcome visitors to “Holiday Magic! Winter Flower Show and Light Garden,” which closes Jan. 12 at Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens in Oakland.

Here are some events in Pittsburgh this weekend.

It’s magical

This is the final weekend for the “Holiday Magic! Winter Flower Show and Light Garden” at Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens in Oakland.

Sunday will be the last day to walk among traditional Christmas trees in the Festival of Trees-themed holiday show. Check out the 18-foot pine in a floating forest of sparkling trees reflecting in water in the Victoria Room, colorful poinsettia trees created from more than 75 plants placed on metal core frames, and a fun tree crafted from clay flowerpots in the Sunken Garden.

Poinsettias still play a starring role in the holiday show. There are 19 varieties totaling more than 1,825 plants showcased throughout the conservatory.

Details: phipps.conservatory.org

Plan your visit to Phipps for the final week of Holiday Magic! Winter Flower Show and Light Garden! Make sure to stop by the beloved show before it closes for the season, reserve tickets: https://t.co/ExwDF04MBe

Photo © Phil Johnson II pic.twitter.com/QgvnX0SB40

— Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens (@PhippsNews) January 5, 2020

All aboard

Carnegie Science Center on the North Shore is hosting its holiday season’s family fun finale Saturday and Sunday.

Free with general admission, “Locomotion Weekend” is a two-day celebration of model trains. Visitors can operate the science center’s trains or bring in their own trains for a free checkup by the Loco Doctor — including basic repairs, cleaning and oiling.

In addition to the iconic Miniature Railroad & Village, other exhibitors include Fort Pitt Hi-Railers, Pittsburgh Garden Railway Society, Train Collectors Association, Train Collectors Association’s Fort Pitt Kids Club, South Hills Model Railroad Club, Peters Township D.A.R.E. Model Railroad Club, Steeltown N Scalers sponsored by Esther’s Hobby Shop, and the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum.

Locomotion Weekend is presented by Isaly’s and sponsored by WISH 99.7 FM.

Details: CarnegieScienceCenter.org

?All aboard for the holiday season’s family fun finale. Locomotion Weekend, a celebration of all things model trains, rolls into the Science Center on Jan. 11-12. FREE with admission, see a rail yard full of guest train displays by local hobbyists!

Info: https://t.co/OcGbjzGeNH pic.twitter.com/CG5yPVjYkv

— Carnegie Science Ctr (@CarnegieSciCtr) January 3, 2020

On the road

Get in gear as the Pittsburgh RV Show opens Friday at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in Downtown Pittsburgh. It encompasses nine acres of space featuring recreational vehicles as well as products relating to the industry. Items on display include everything from folding camping trailers to high-end motor homes.

The show, around since 1968, is one of the country’s biggest indoor RV shows.

Details: pittrvshow.com

Share some laughs

Comedian Jim Gaffigan — actor, best-selling author and Emmy winner — will be in Pittsburgh for his Pale Tourist Tour on Friday at PPG Paints Arena, Uptown.

Gaffigan, who has appeared in the films “Troop Zero,” “Them That Follow” and “Light From Light,” released his seventh stand-up special, “Quality Time,” last year on Amazon Prime. Gaffigan is one of only 10 comedians to sell out Madison Square Garden in New York. He opened for Pope Francis in front of more than 1 million people in Philadelphia, during the pope’s 2016 U.S. visit.

He appears regularly on “CBS Sunday.”

Details: ppgpaintsarena.com

Excited for my first run of shows in the new year. Limited tickets available on https://t.co/CyUzPIYAW5. pic.twitter.com/XDIGfOGj4u

— Jim Gaffigan (@JimGaffigan) January 6, 2020

Curtain call

“Katharine Hepburn: Dressed for Stage & Screen” closes on Saturday. The exhibit at the Frick Pittsburgh in Point Breeze features a range of the iconic actresses’ costumes and fashions from 1933 to 1986.

Hepburn received 12 best actress nominations from the Motion Picture Academy, taking four awards home for performances in “Morning Glory” (1933), “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner” (1967), “The Lion in Winter” (1968) and “On Golden Pond” (1981).

The exhibition features 37 costumes along with other items of clothing related to her career on stage and screen. Other pieces include garments from her personal wardrobe, accessories, cosmetics, photo collages of film stills, movie posters, lobby cards and press books.

Hepburn’s signature style — an ensemble of tailored beige trousers and linen jackets — is also part of the exhibition and was drawn from the collection of the Kent State University Museum.

More than a dozen designers are represented.

Details: thefrickpittsburgh.org

FINAL DAYS! Experience the exhibition Katharine Hepburn: Dressed for Stage and Screen through January 12, 2020 at The Frick Art Museum. Advance ticket purchase is highly recommended. Visit https://t.co/pvXC06QNb8 or call 412-371-0600. https://t.co/BYWtdHLdZ7 pic.twitter.com/pNEe6KJLqV

— The Frick Pittsburgh (@TheFrickPgh) January 10, 2020

JoAnne Klimovich Harrop is a TribLive reporter covering the region's diverse culinary scene and unique homes. She writes features about interesting people. The Edward R. Murrow award-winning journalist began her career as a sports reporter. She has been with the Trib for 26 years and is the author of "A Daughter's Promise." She can be reached at jharrop@triblive.com.