5 things to do in Westmoreland County this weekend: Feb. 21-23
Hang in there — Punxsutawney Phil failed to see his shadow, so spring is hot on our heels, right?
Meanwhile, another weekend has arrived, with enough music, theater, art and other entertainment on tap to make us venture out, cold and dark or not.
A toast to our first president
If you’re planning a party to celebrate George Washington’s birthday, get ready to fire up 288 candles on that cake.
Or, come to Fort Ligonier from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Feb. 21 as the historical site throws its own celebration as part of its winter History Happy Hour.
The evening will include light bites by Carol and Dave’s Roadhouse, spirits, live music by Tom Godfrey and Tara Yaney and an appearance by George Washington himself, as portrayed by Matt Gault, Fort Ligonier’s assistant director of education.
Visitors to Fort Ligonier, 200 S. Market St., can learn more about Washington’s early military career and see the rare artifacts only on exhibit there.
Tickets are $20.
Details: 724-238-9701 or RSVP to Candace Gross at cgross@fortligonier.org. Walk-ins welcome.
Once upon a time
A musical fantasy with fairy tale characters from well-loved Brothers Grimm and Charles Perrault stories, “Into the Woods” will be presented by the Saint Vincent College Players this weekend.
Audiences can see the Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine musical at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 21-22 and 2 p.m. Feb. 23 in the Performing Arts Center of the Robert S. Carey Student Center on the Unity campus.
Debuting on Broadway in 1987, the musical has gone on to win multiple Tony Awards, including Best Score, Best Book and Best Actress in a Musical.
General admission tickets can be purchased at the door prior to each show. Admission is $15, or $10 for non-Saint Vincent students and children 12 and under.
Details: stvincent.edu
Sassy seniors
A couple of formerly famous vaudevillians reunite after 43 years in Neil Simon’s comedy, “The Sunshine Boys.”
In the Greensburg Civic Theatre’s presentation, staged at 8 p.m. Feb. 20-21 and 2 p.m. Feb. 22 at 951 Old Salem Road, Latrobe’s David Seremet takes on the role of Al Lewis while Dennis “Chip” Kerr of Greensburg assumes the role of Willie Clark.
The two old men have given each other the silent treatment for years. Along with remastering the comedic performance that made them famous, the two have some personal issues to work out before they can perform together again.
Tickets are $$16 in advance, $14 for seniors and $11 for students, or $18, $16 and $13, respectively, at the door.
Details: 724-836-8000 or ggccevents.org
Fun for the whole fam
Looking for some family entertainment this weekend?
The Little Mermen: The Ultimate Disney Cover Band will don costumers and play rock versions of Disney favorites, from “The Jungle Book” to “The Lion King” to “Frozen 2.”
The fun, musical salute to show biz begins at 7 p.m. Feb. 22 at The Palace Theatre, 21 W. Otterman St., Greensburg.
It also serves as a fundraiser, with a portion of proceeds going to support Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Laurel Region.
Tickets are $25, $35 and $50.
Details: 724-836-8000 or thepalacetheatre.org
Wanna put on your boogie shoes?
And dance the night away?
Head to The Lamplighter, 6566 William Penn Highway, Delmont, where, from 8 p.m.-midnight on Feb. 22 the Pittsburgh band Dancing Queen will have you swinging your hips, strutting, maybe even sashaying on the dance floor.
Shake off the week’s stress with disco and funk favorites in the Grand Ballroom. Bring your best moves, sequins and strappy shoes optional.
There will be a $10 cover to shuck, jive, bump or otherwise hit the dance floor.
Details: 724-468-4545 or thelamplighterdelmont.com
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