Halloween is fast approaching in Greensburg! There are chances to celebrate early, tap inward, raise money for the community and much more. Explore the list below.
Monday, October 16
Drawing Dynamics with Joe Schildkamp
This six-week class at the Greensburg Art Center starts with an introduction and review of basic drawing approaches. Students will work with various marking techniques that imply pattern/texture and value contrasts to suggest form/space. Linear perspective methods are also presented for consideration. Students are asked to bring a pencil and sketchpad to the first class starting at 4 p.m. Other materials will be discussed. Learn more.
Pastel Class with Cindy Berceli
A six-week class at the Greensburg Art Center exploring soft pastels! This spirited class offers many gems of information on technique and application of pastels. Students will also experiment with different surfaces while working from still life and/or photos. Cost is $65 and you can register online or by calling 724-837-6791. Class starts at 10 a.m. Learn more.
Sound Bath @ The Space
Join for a relaxing hour of rejuvenation starting at 7 p.m. Listen to the sounds of crystal singing bowls, Tibiten singing bowls, a wooden flute, wind chimes and a rain stick. Registration is required and tickets are $15. Learn more.
Tuesday, October 17
Andy Summers at The Palace Theatre
Andy Summers rose to fame in the early 1980’s as the guitarist with the multi-million record selling rock band The Police. Post Police Andy has made thirteen solo records, collaborated with many other musicians, and toured the world as a solo artist. The show starts at 8 p.m. Purchase tickets here. Learn more.
Yoga for Women 50+
Bring your aches, pains and stiff joints. This class meets every Tuesday and Thursday at 9:30 a.m at The Space. Advance registration is recommended; Check out the package deals. Purchase tickets here. Learn more.
Fall into Yoga This Autumn
Join The Space for this gentle, calming practice that starts at 10:45 a.m. All bodies, ages, shapes, sizes and abilities are welcome. Advance registration is required and costs $13. Learn more.
Wednesday, October 18
Independent Study in Clay with Johanna Sheppard
This class is designed for individuals with past experience working with clay and can work independently (Please do not register if you have no prior experience). Monitors are present to provide assistance and guidance in the clay studio including tools and glazes. Attendees will choose eight of the 10 sessions offered. Cost is $140 and includes 25 lbs of clay, all firings and all glazes. Register online or by calling 724-837-6791. Learn more.
See What Works Best with Marcy Koynok
This 5-week class at the Greensburg Art Center examines composition, portraiture, landscape and still life in the medium of your choice. Students are asked to bring a 11” x 14” or larger sketch book plus drawing materials. Starts at 10 a.m. and costs $60 a person. Register online or by calling 724-837-6791. Learn more.
Drum Circle Night @ Green Beacon Gallery
Rather than being defined and rigid, drum circles are a flowing expression of freedom and creativity. Bringing percussion instruments is encouraged but not required, many drums provided. All ages and skill levels welcome; BYOB for those 21+; and starts at 7 p.m. All gallery artwork will be available for purchase. Learn more.
Trivia Night at All Saints
Music, questions and prizes all starting at 6:30 p.m. Kill Devil Meals will be serving their Southern coastal cuisine starting at 5 p.m. Learn more.
Sip & Smoke at Nelson Loguasto’s Cigars
Sip and Smoke Night is for cigar and pipe enthusiasts and will be in a new format! Held every other month, there will be specific cigar deals, pipe deals and a build-your-own cocktail recipe. Open to both members and non-members; starts at 5 p.m. Learn more.
Baby Loss Support Group
This month’s group at The Space will be around a bonfire starting at 6:30 p.m. This group is for people who have experienced a miscarriage, stillbirth, termination for medical reasons, or if your baby died shortly after birth. Anyone affected by this type of loss is welcome. Registration is recommended. Learn more.
Thursday, October 19
Boy Band Name That Tune
Do you have the right stuff to win Boy Band Name That Tune? Join Invisible Man Brewing for fun night kicking off at 7pm. 21+ only.
Sweets on the Streets
Experience a delightful evening exploring local businesses and savoring delectable treats while casting your vote for the most charming scarecrow, all in support of community non-profit organizations. It will be the perfect opportunity to place orders for the upcoming holiday season. Tickets cost $15 online; A limited amount of tickets will be available at the door for $20. Pick up your event bracelet and map at the Lighting Gallery starting at 5 p.m. Learn more.
Night of the Skulls Paint Date @ Green Beacon Gallery
Join Green Beacon for a guided night of creating your very own skully mixed media masterpieces with your partner! Tickets cost $40 and include access to all supplies and a smock. This paint night is open to all ages and skill levels; BYOB for those 21+ Starts at 7 p.m. Learn more.
Observational Portraits with Thomas Tholen
This is a six-week evening class at the Greensburg Art Center starts at 6 p.m. It runs until November 2 and is perfect for high school students to adults. Cost is $75 and you can register online or by calling 724-837-6791. Learn more.
Inclusive Connections’s Event
Join Inclusive Connections and the Greensburg Hempfield Area Library for a fun-filled Halloween themed game night starting at 6 p.m. Learn more.
Pong Tournament
Join Sports & Social for a fun pong tournament starting at 7 p.m. Drink specials include $7 Crush drinks and $4 Coors Light drafts. Sign up here. Learn more.
7-7-7 Wing Night Thursdays
Join Sports & Social for 7 mouthwatering wings for just $7 starting at 7 p.m. Learn more.
Friday, October 20
Art on Tap: Art After Dark
The Westmoreland partners with Stage Right! for a mystic museum mystery! Encounter a variety of spooky characters who will take you through a series of quests. Can you find all the clues, complete the challenges, and solve the mystery at October’s Art on Tap? Festivities include: live music, live pumpkin carving, light bites, a specialty bar, photo opps and more. Cost is $12 for members and $15 for non-members. This is a 21+ event. Learn more.
Circle Pit Pizza at IMB
Circle Pit Pizza will be parked out front at Invisible Man Brewing for the final time before IMB moves locations at 5pm.
Mosaics with Rose Sovyak
This class at the Greensburg Art Center offers a unique chance to be creative in a relaxing atmosphere that taps into your imagination. Elegant mirrors, sun catchers or scenes are the end products of an introduction to an art form using colored glass, tiles or beads. All are welcome, starts at 6 p.m. and costs $40. Learn more.
Little Shop of Horrors
Audiences never lose their appetites for this sci-fi, horror, rock ‘n’ roll, musical comedy by the legendary Howard Ashman and Alan Menken. This performance starts at 8 p.m. and the Seton Hill University Performing Arts Center. Note: There is a content advisory. Purchase tickets here. Learn more.
Martin Barre: A Brief History of Tull
In 1969, a band of four English musicians arrived in New York and literally took America by storm. Over the next 50 years, this legendary band accumulated over 65 million record sales and a following of loyal fans that are the envy of rock bands worldwide! This band was Jethro Tull. Martin Barre was Jethro Tull’s guitarist for over 43 years. See him perform at The Palace Theatre starting at 8 p.m. Get your tickets here. Learn more.
Green Beacon Gallery Goes Red
Experience four of the hottest bands in the region tear it up! Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the show starts at 7:15 p.m. $12 cover at the door; open to all ages; BYOB with ID; and all gallery artwork will be available for purchase. Learn more.
Weltz Live at IronRock
Welcome Weltz and enjoy live music starting at 7 p.m. Learn more.
Beyond the Veil
This experiential offering at The Space takes you on a journey to death and back through a sound bath, meditation and journaling. Return with a fresh perspective on the life you live. This event is for everyone at any stage in their life and is in a group setting. Everything you need is provided for you; the experience starts at 7 p.m. Learn more.
Saturday, October 21
Fall Family Frolic at Greensburg Hempfield Area Library
Starting at 1 p.m., enjoy a few fun fall-themed activities including: a pumpkin patch walk, food truck fest, premium used books sale, basket raffles, crafts, activities, and free gifts and sweet treats. Learn more.
Gallery Opening at StopWatch Gallery & Studio
StopWatch is delighted to announce the opening of “The Printmakers Left: The Catalog of the Radically Useless and the Usefully Radical.” Catalog brings together the most recent work from The Printmakers Left, a collaborative team of artists, architects, writers, scholars, and poets who have worked together for over twenty years on a series of exhibitions, installations, portfolios, and books. This exhibition and reception is open to the public and starts at 6 p.m. Learn more.
Stage Right! – Harvest Fest
The 2nd Annual Harvest Fest Fall Festival and Fundraiser is sure to be your one-stop shop for all things Autumn. There will be: Oktoberfest-themed food, beer and beverage sampling; a children’s area; local craft and food vendors; a pumpkin carving contest; basket raffles and prizes; and much more! Live music will be played all day long. Starts at noon and you can purchase tickets here. Learn more.
George Thorogood and The Destroyers: Bad All Over The World – 50 Years of Rock
The Palace Theatre’s doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the show starts at 7:30 p.m. The event is open to all ages and tickets can be purchased here. Learn more.
Cantilever Tours
The docents at The Westmoreland are thrilled to offer engaging tours of the special exhibitions on view in the Cantilever Gallery on Saturdays at 1 p.m. No advanced registration required. Learn more.
Concussion Material Noise Fest at Green Beacon
Doors open at 1 p.m. and the show starts at 2 p.m. There’s a $20 cover, open to all ages and BYOB with ID. All gallery artwork will be available for purchase. Learn more.
Howl-O-Ween Event
Dogtopia is excited for its 2nd co-hosted event with Youngwood Top Dog at 5 p.m. There will be a costume contest, raffle baskets, 50/50 drawing, photo booth, puppuccino bar, the Bubble Waffle Food Truck and more. Entry cost is $10 for the costume contest – all proceeds go to Top Dog Therapy Team and the Dogtopia Foundation. Learn more.
Adult Halloween Costume Party
Join Painting with a Twist for its annual Halloween Costume Party starting at 8 p.m. Each person will paint their own canvas and when put together, it’ll make one big painting! Dress up in your best costume for the chance to win a prize for the best. Reserve your spot here. Learn more.
Chris from Flying Band Live at All Saints
Listen to some acoustic rock starting at 7 p.m. Learn more.
Sunday, October 22
Home Brew + Chill 2023
It’s Back! 15+ home brewers will be set up at All Saints Brewing competing for Best in Show and People’s Choice. General admission tickets cost $35 and include: 1 p.m. entry, 5 oz souvenir glass, live music and food available for purchase. Buy tickets here. Learn more.
Save the Boooobs UNDIES FUN RUN
Join Hugo’s Taproom for its annual Save the Boooobs UNDIES FUN RUN! Walk, run, skip, crawl or whatever your heart desires to support breast cancer awareness month! A $15 entry fee will go directly to Westmoreland Walks (sign up at Hugo’s). The first 30 to sign up will receive a free pair of Save The Boobs boxers! Don’t forget to dress in your pink undies, boxers, shorts or pants. Learn more.
Sign with Sines ASL Beginner’s Class @ Green Beacon Gallery
Join instructor Brittany Sines on a beginners course to learning American Sign Language at the gallery! It’s a perfect opportunity to get familiar with the basics in an informal environment at an easy pace. Class starts at 4:30 p.m.; There’s a suggested $5 donation at the door; All ages and skill levels welcome. Learn more.
Halloween Cookie Decorating at the Mall
Decorate some Halloween-themed cookies with Greenhouse Winery starting at 1 p.m. Tickets cost $37 (plus tax) and includes: basic instruction, all materials and a wine tasting. Attendees will receive six plain cookies, one mystery cookie and icing. Tickets must be purchased in advance and all sales are final. Learn more.
