This week presents the Greensburg community with a ton of events and activities! There’s several opportunities to get creative, moments to test your knowledge, chances to shop and more. See the full list down below.
Monday, March 20
Pet Photos with the Easter Bunny at Westmoreland Mall
Visits are free and photo packages are available for purchase. Walk-ins are welcome, though reservations are recommended. Pets must be on a leash or in a carrier, and pet owners are responsible for cleaning up after them. Pets will not be allowed in any area of the mall other than the designated Easter Bunny photo area. Additional dates include: March 27 and April 3 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Learn more.
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.
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.
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.
Sound Healing with Violet Sound Healing
This a full body listening experience through intentional sound vibrations from crystal quartz sound bowls. Offering a therapeutic and restorative process to nurture the mind and body. Join Violet at The Space as she uses sound frequencies while incorporating her voice with intuitive singing. Class starts at 7 p.m.; Reserve your spot here. Learn more.
Tuesday, March 21
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.
Aroma Acupoint Therapy & Restorative Yoga
Aroma Acupoint Therapy, or AAT, is a gentle, and profoundly effective treatment that utilizes the energetic potential locked within pure essential oils. A selection of oils are applied to specific acupoints.This event will be a relaxing and wonderful pairing of restorative yoga postures with AAT. Cost is $35 and class starts at 6:30 p.m. 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.
Wednesday, March 22
Skeleton Drive, Skye Burkett, Oli Alexander & Vince Bone @ Green Beacon Gallery
Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m. There will be a $10 cover or pay-what-you-can. All ages permitted. Learn more.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Thursday, March 23
Emo Music Trivia at Invisible Man Brewing
It’s not just a phase! Join Craked Music Trivia for a fun night testing your Emo knowledge at Invisible Man Brewing in downtown Greensburg! Everything kicks off at 7pm and is 21+ only. 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.
Circle Pit Pizza at IMB
Circle Pit Pizza will be parked out front of Invisible Man Brewing in downtown Greensburg at 5pm with their delicious pizza.
Open Jam Night @ GBG
If you’re looking to mingle with members to form a group or just trying to kick out the jams for fun, this one’s for you! A basic drum kit, bass amp and guitar amp will be available. Bring whatever instruments and/or extra equipment that you’d like. There’s no cover, though gallery donations are graciously accepted. All ages permitted. BYOB for those 21+. Starts at 7 p.m. Learn more.
Mental Health Support Group
Meet with Mental Health America of Southwestern PA starting at 1 p.m. Please note: These groups are not intended to replace therapy but to provide added support. Learn more.
Friday, March 24
The Greensburg Night Market at Live!
Join from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. to shop 50+ vendors, grab a bite to eat at Sports and Social and sip on drink specials from PBR. 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.
Neighbor Dan/Nullum Split Release Show w/ Constant Hell, Makeshift Urn & Galactic Jihad @ GBG
The long-awaited split album between Neighbor Dan and Nullum has landed at last! Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 7:30 p.m. $12 cover; all ages permitted; and BYOB with ID. Learn more.
Pinkalicious the Musical at The Greensburg Garden & Civic Center
Based on the popular book by Victoria Kann and Elizabeth Kann, this is the tale of Pinkalicious, who can’t stop eating pink cupcakes despite warnings from her parents. Her pink indulgence lands her at the doctor’s office with Pinkititis, an affliction that turns her pink from head to toe. There are three chances to see the show: March 24 at 7 p.m.; and March 25 at 1 p.m and 4 p.m. There’s also a chance to attend a special tea party before the 1 p.m. show. Purchase tickets for the show here. Learn more.
Galactic Love Black Light Class
Join Painting with a Twist for a special couples date night! Each person paints their own canvas and when put side by side it makes one painting. Starts at 7 p.m. Purchase tickets here. Learn more.
Saturday, March 25
Not Your Grandma’s Night at the Races
Join Wayward Whiskers at Invisible Man Brewing for a fun evening of betting on races while enjoying beer, libations and delicious food by Kill Devil Meals. This adult themed 21+ event also supports the local animal rescue Wayward Whiskers. Starts at 7 p.m. Learn more.
Westmoreland’s Got Talent
Join the Westmoreland Diversity Coalition for Westmoreland’s Got Talent, the Annual Leadership Karaoke and Singing Fundraiser inside The Venue Live! Enjoy talented performances while meeting special guest former Pittsburgh Steelers Quarterback Charlie Batch as he will be signing autographs and taking pictures. Doors open at 6 p.m. and tickets cost $75. Learn more.
Dany Vavrek Live at All Saints
An acoustic performance starting at 7 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.
National Spring Season Opener
Join Z&M for Harley-Davidson’s National Spring Season Opener Event from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Help celebrate their love of riding and 120 years of Harley-Davidson. Enjoy free gifts for pre-registrants (first 70), demo rides (weather permitting), 120th giveaways, sign the big banner and complete our in-store scavenger hunt. The Tin Shack BBQ food truck will be there too. Learn more.
Record Store Pop-Up Shop @ Green Beacon Gallery
Stop into the gallery as they host a handful of vinyl record dealers for a pop-up shop from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wall-to-wall tables filled with album boxes await casual browsers and treasure hunters alike. All gallery artwork will be available for purchase. 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.
St. Patrick’s Cigar Party – Aladino Candela Release
Join Nelson Loguasto’s Cigars for a pre-party brunch as well as the party. Pre-party breakfast/brunch at Major Stokes, String Theory performs at Nelson’s at 3 p.m., raffle chances and much more. Learn more.
GVFD Museum Open House
The Greensburg Volunteer Fire Department Museum invites you to its twice-monthly open houses. The museum has preserved the history of firefighting and has displays that will excite the interest of not just firefighters, but also those interested in the history of our community. These free open houses occur the second Tuesday of every month from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and the fourth Saturday of every month from 9 a.m. to noon. Learn more.
Yoga (All Levels)
Join The Space starting your day by focusing on the most important person.. You! This class is perfect for anyone at any stage – take what you need. Starts at 8 a.m. Reserve your spot here. Learn more.
Sunday, March 26
Lucky Ladies Drag Brunch
It’s back and better than ever at Sports & Social starting at 10:30 a.m. All-you-can-eat brunch is available to purchase for just $20 add on. Learn more.
Neon Turtle Black Light Class
Join Painting with a Twist and use glow in the dark paint under black lights! Starts at 1 p.m.; reserve your spot here. Learn more.
The Manhattan Transfer 50th Anniversary
Beginning with their first performances in the early 1970s, The Manhattan Transfer have become the cornerstones of contemporary music. Known for their amazing harmony and versatility, incorporating pop, jazz, R&B, rock and roll, swing, symphonic, and a cappella music. See them at The Palace Theatre with special guest The Diva Orchestra. Starts at 6 p.m.; Purchase tickets here. Learn more.
Yoga (All Levels)
Join The Space starting your day by focusing on the most important person.. You! This class is perfect for anyone at any stage – take what you need. Starts at 8 a.m. Reserve your spot here. Learn more.
Plarn Making Class
Learn how to make a usable yarn by upcycling plastic grocery bags! You’ll also cover the impact of single use plastics on our planet. You’ll be provided with all the crochet supplies and patterns needed to make a few simple plarn projects of your very own. Previous crochet knowledge required to make the projects. Class starts at 1 p.m. Purchase tickets here. Learn more.
