5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: May 10-12
Mother’s Day is Sunday. So celebrate the woman who gave you life with one of these events this weekend.
More than a race
The 27th annual Komen Pittsburgh Race for the Cure begins at 6:30 a.m. Sunday. There is a Kids Dash and a 5K Run and Walk. The race honors and celebrates people whose lives have been affected by breast cancer. It is the organization’s largest fundraiser. Komen Greater Pennsylvania serves 53 counties and has raised nearly $25 million to help fund local breast health education, screening, and treatment initiatives. Organizers expect 18,000 people.
Details: komengreaterpa.org
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Don't forget to register for the 27th Annual Pittsburgh Race for the Cure on May 12! https://t.co/VtKw7M7Ace pic.twitter.com/6MHDVrMQQK
— Komen Greater PA (@KomenGreaterPA) April 11, 2019
A magical event
Lee Terbosic’s “In Plain Sleight” is an interactive performance of magic, comedy, illusion, sleight of hand, mind reading and story. The 75-minute show takes place Friday, Saturday and Sunday at Liberty Magic, an intimate, speakeasy performance space in Downtown Pittsburgh
The audience becomes part of the show with several opportunities to participate. Terbosic is an internationally touring magician, comedian, daredevil and entertainer from Pittsburgh. He is the co-star of Discover Science Channel’s show “Houdini’s Last Secret’s,” a four-part television series that uncovers incredible secrets about Harry Houdini’s life, family, magic and science behind some of his biggest stunts and escapes.
Details: trustarts.org
Had an awesome experience last night seeing @LeeTerbosic in his new show In Plain Sleight at the new #LibertyMagic(@CulturalTrust). One of the most unique and up close music shows I have ever experienced. I highly recommend you catch this show before it leaves Pgh! #Magicians? pic.twitter.com/nzG2XQxC5g
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Ballet Theater
“Sleeping Beauty with the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Orchestra” is Friday, Saturday and Sunday at the Benedum Center. Audiences of all ages will revel in a suite of delightful dances by Princess Aurora and Prince Desire, six fairies, and storybook characters like Puss ‘n Boots, White Cat, and the Bluebirds.
Details: pbt.org
More than music, but a lot of music
Pittonkatonk promotes social and environmental justice through a daylong celebration of music, culture and education. The event is from 1 to 11 p.m. on Saturday at the Vietnam Veterans Pavilion in Schenley Park. It was established as a free community event in 2014 by inviting local and national community brass bands, world music performers, and activists to convene. More than a dozen bands will perform throughout the day. Attendees are invited to bring food.
Details: pittonkatonk.org
Music appreciation
The third annual Millvale Music Festival is Saturday. It’s a community-organized day-long event to support and showcase local musical acts of many genres at venues throughout Millvale. There is an app you can download to search for bands
Details: millvalemusic.org
We've got an APP! You can search for bands, create your own schedule, view the map, and track the shuttles!
Download it here: https://t.co/fsHbzU9dye pic.twitter.com/xXxVwfXtyU— Millvale Music Fest (@millvalemusic) May 8, 2019
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.
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