Happy April, Greensburg! Grab your family and friends, and get to planning your outings this week. Browse the list full of crafts, learning, yoga, music and more.
Monday, April 3
Drawing Dynamics with Joe Schildkamp
This class starts with an intro/review of basic drawing approaches. The application of various marking techniques that imply texture and decorative pattern, and the use of value contrast to imply form and space will be explored and practiced. Bring a regular pencil to the first class. This class series runs for six Mondays until April 17; starts at 1 p.m. Reserve your spot online or by calling 724-837-6791. Learn more.
Clay Class – Beginner Wheel Throwing
Beginners will be introduced to wheel throwing and hand building. Learn techniques such as wedging, making a cylinder and attaching handles. Additional techniques such as pinch pots, coiling, slab techniques and more will be explored. This class is designed for those with no prior experience or as a refresher. Every Wednesday at The Greensburg Art Center until May 3 at 2 p.m. Register online or by calling 724-837-6791. Learn more.
Pastels with Cindy Berceli
Be prepared to get a little dusty and have a lot of fun at the Greensburg Art Center! Bring whatever you have, sharpener, kneaded eraser, wet wipes, paper towels. The art center has some supplies to share. Class starts at 10 a.m. and runs until April 24. Cost is $75; Register online or by calling 724-837-6791. Learn more.
Tuesday, April 4
Oil Painting with Jackie Moreno
Explore techniques with an emphasis on Grisaille at the Greensburg Art Center. The classes take place every Tuesday at 1:30 p.m from March 14 to May 2. There are three different class options: March 14 to April 4 for $60, March 14 to April 18 for $80 or March 14 to May 2 for $95. Register online or by calling 724-837-6791. Learn more.
Museum Tours with Maureen Kochanek
See the artwork in great American and European museums all from the comfort of the Greensburg Art Center. Tours take place from noon to 1 p.m and cost $60. Register online or by calling 724-837-6791. Learn more.
Monotype Sampler with Eileen Yeager
If you like trying new techniques, this is your class. Monotypes are one-of-a-kind prints using nature, leaves, flowers, objects, etc. Classes run every Tuesday until April 11 at 1 p.m. Cost is $65 including all materials and tools. Paper will be sold in class ($5+). Register online or by calling 724-837-6791. Learn more.
Dynamic Yoga
Join The Space for a vinyasa based class with creative transitions starting at 7 p.m. Release tensions and melt into your body while being guided through an intuitive movement experience. Reserve your spot here. Learn more.
Trivia with Buzzworthy Trivia
Test your knowledge with your team to win a $100 gift card to Sports & Social Steel City. Starts at 7 p.m. Learn more.
Loss Support Group
For those who have lost a loved one to suicide, join Mental Health America of Southwestern PA starting at 6:30 p.m. Please note: These groups are not intended to replace therapy but to provide added support. Learn more.
Wednesday, April 5
Trivia Night at Yellow Bridge Brewing Tap & Table
Join every Wednesday at the NEW Yellow Bridge Brewing Tap & Table in Greensburg for Trivia Night! Round up a team of 1-4 people to compete in five rounds of FREE trivia for sweet prizes and ultimate bragging rights! Questions begin at 7 p.m. Learn more.
Creative Perspective with Joe Schildkamp
This class will introduce you to the fundamentals of designing in a linear perspective. After the principles of 1 pt, 2 pt, and 3 pt perspective have been presented, its creative application in various subject matter will be explored. Takes place every Wednesday until April 12 starting at 4:30 p.m. Bring a straight edge (ruler) and triangle to the first class and then other materials will be discussed. Cost is $65; Register online or by calling 724-837-6791. Learn more.
Clay Class – Beginner Wheel Throwing
Beginners will be introduced to wheel throwing and hand building. Learn techniques such as wedging, making a cylinder and attaching handles. Additional techniques such as pinch pots, coiling, slab techniques and more will be explored. This class is designed for those with no prior experience or as a refresher. Every Wednesday at The Greensburg Art Center until May 3 at 2 p.m. Register online or by calling 724-837-6791. Learn more.
Wednesday Night Painters
This open studio at the Greensburg Art Center is perfect for experienced artists as well as beginner painters – all are welcome. Bring your favorite medium to paint the weekly theme or your own. Cost is $4 each Wednesday; no instruction; no registration; no time commitment. Starts at 7 p.m. Learn more.
Watercolor with Peg Panasiti
You will need an adventurous spirit, your own supplies and 140# Arches cold press watercolor paper (1/4 sheet each class). Occurs every Wednesday until April 12 starting at 9:30 a.m. Cost is $60; Register online or by calling 724-837-6791. Learn more.
Oil Painting with Doreen Currie
Instruction is for intermediate oil painters. References will include still life subjects, photography and plein air. These classes will focus on mixing color, value (light and shadow) and focal point. Classes occur every Wednesday until May 3 starting at 1 p.m. Cost is $65; Register online or by calling 724-837-6791. Learn more.
Wednesday Wine Down Night
Uncork a lovely bottle at half price every Wednesday evening from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m at IronRock Tap House. Choose from a selection of luscious and vibrant reds, or creamy and crisp whites. Learn more.
Salva Bryn, brednotbred, Telperion, ValleyView, Y.S/b-f collab set & More at Green Beacon Gallery
Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the show starts at 7:15 p.m. $10 cover or pay-what-you-can. All ages welcome and BYOB for those 21+ (must show I.D.). Learn more.
Thursday, April 6
Circle Pit Pizza at IMB
Circle Pit Pizza will be parked out front of Invisible Man Brewing at 5pm.
Name That Tune
Test your music knowledge with Name That Tune at Invisible Man Brewing! Everything kicks off at 7pm and is 21+.
Literary Tour: Zitkala-Ša’s American Indian Stories
Join The Museum to learn about writer, musician and activist Zitkala-Ša (Red Bird, Gertrude Simmons Bonnin) (Yankton Dakota Sioux) (1876-1938). This program includes a special tour of the exhibition Action/Abstraction Redefined which incorporates selected passages from American Indian Stories by Zitkala-Ša. This free event starts at 6 p.m. Registration is required. Learn more.
Observational Portraits with Thomas Tholen
Draw head studies of models. Focus on each posed model for two weeks. Models will be costumed or draped. Class occurs every Thursday for six weeks from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m until April 20. Cost is $65; Register online or by calling 724-837-6791. Learn more.
Youth Yoga – Elementary
Join The Aligned Mind Studio at The Space for playful, mindful movement plus an introduction to beginner yoga poses and practice. Perfect for ages 6-10. Starts at 4:45 p.m.; Purchase tickets here. Learn more.
Youth Yoga – Tweens & Teens
Join The Aligned Mind Studio at The Space for an introduction to yoga poses and breathing. A 5 minute mindful practice is offered via journaling before the start of each session. Journals are provided. This is perfect for ages 11-15. Starts at 5:30 p.m.; Purchase tickets here. Learn more.
Dead Hour Noise with Constant Hell and Kick In The Head By A Horse
See these performances at Green Beacon Gallery starting at 7 p.m. Learn more.
Southside Johnny & The Asbury Jukes with Special Guests The Weight Band
For Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes ‘comfortable’ – has never been a word associated with their brand of raucous, roots-tinged rock and bluesy reverie. The band has flourished with more than thirty albums releasing twelve studio albums since 1976. Hear these performances at The Palace starting at 7:30 p.m. Buy tickets here. Learn more.
Friday, April 7
Standup Comedy Night @ Green Beacon Gallery
Stop in for a chuckle or two from some of the Pittsburgh area’s top talents! Doors open at 7:30 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. Admission is $15 or pay-what-you-can; Outside food and drink permitted; BYOB with I.D.; Open to all ages. Learn more.
Clay Class – Beginner Wheel Throwing
Beginners will learn to throw on the wheel in these eight classes from March 10 to April 28. You will complete a variety of projects such as plates, bowls, mugs and more. You will also learn about glazing after throwing; trimming; making and attaching handles; and decorating pots. Starts at 6:30 p.m. Register online or by calling 724-837-6791. Learn more.
Saturday, April 8
Valley Rose Craft BBQ at IMB
Texas BBQ is back at Invisible Man Brewing! Valley Rose Craft BBQ will be set up inside the taproom at 3pm until sellout.
Art Afternoon: Make Your Own Mixed Media Collage Vision Board with Rachael Caskey
Assemble and paint your very own 2023 vision board through a collage & mixed media style! Clips will be clipped, paints will be painted and goals will manifest throughout the year. Materials will be provided, but feel free to bring your own if there’s something you’d like to include. BYOB for those 21+. Admission is $45 at the door; Save $5 by purchasing tickets in advance. Starts at 1 p.m. Learn more.
Clay for Kids Class
Perfect for kids ages 9-14 to learn how to create low fire clay using coil, slab and pinch techniques, and also finish their pieces by glazing. Cost is $90 and runs for six Saturdays beginning March 11. Class starts at 1 p.m. Register online by calling 724-837-6791. Learn more.
Oil Painting Studio with Jerry Scorpion
Open weekly studio for those interested in observing Jerry or painting along with him at the Greensburg Art Center. He’ll share his approach to painting while guiding each participant to find their own style. Cost is $16 per session; starts at 1 p.m. Learn more.
Animal Clay Sculpting Class
You’ll receive step-by-step guidance to help you to create your own simple bird, rabbit, cat, or animal of your choice from low-fire clay. Classes run from March 11 to April 22 from 9 a.m. to noon. Cost is $130 including the clay and bisque firing; an additional $50 gets two more sessions and glazing. Register online or by calling 724-837-6791. Learn more.
Hotel California
A spirited blend of originality and the pursuit of excellence have taken Hotel California “A Salute to the Eagles” to a level of recognition normally reserved for Gold and Platinum recording artists. See this performance at The Palace Theatre starting at 9 p.m. Purchase tickets here. Learn more.
Your Empowered Pregnancy: A Human Growing Series
Join us with Jess of JB Doula Services and Sarah of People Grow People for a series geared towards all things related to human growing. The goal is for you to leave feeling amazing on mental, emotional and informational levels. This is a three part series, but you are welcome to attend the workshops that are best for you. A price discount does exist for those deciding to attend all three. Reserve your spot(s) here. Learn more.
