Welcome to the Plum-Oakmont Patch's Weekend Planner!
Got no idea what you'll do this weekend? Patch is coming to the rescue. We've got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check out our top picks for this weekend to find something for everyone in the family to enjoy.
It's a good idea to have cash ready for these events.
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Where?/When?: , Thursday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Why Go?: Twin Boros Health Ministry will sponsor Open Door Lunches on the third Thursday of each month. The lunches will be held at churches in Oakmont and Verona. The pastor of the church will greet everyone and share a few words of reflection. Blood pressure and pulse screening will also be available at most luncheons.
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Where/When:Penn Hills Community Park, Friday, 10 a.m. to noon.
Why Go?: Penn Hills Community Park will hold this camp for kids of all ages. Participants will create Martian soil, build a comet and much more!
Pricing: Free.
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Where/When: , Friday, 4 p.m.
Why go?: Riverview Community Action Corp will hold a Super Bingo Fundraiser. The price includes 30 games, hot dogs and chips. No tickets will be sold at the door. Call 412-828-1062 to order tickets.
Pricing: $30/person for 30 games.
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Where/When: , Friday, 6 to 10 p.m.
Why Go: Come enjoy the 6th annual Alzheimer Fundraiser and Fashion show! This year's event will feature Pittsburgh's Best Burgher. Guests can cast your vote for your favorite Burgher. The most dollars for your favorite Restaurant wins the title. The event will feature live music, a fall fashion Show and a Carabella five-minute Shopping Spree. Call 412-828-2187 for tickets.
Pricing: $75
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Where/When: Pat Catan's, Friday, noon to 5 p.m.
Why Go: Buy flip flops at Pat Catan's and the store will provide the free embellishments for you to customize right in the store!
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Where?/When?: Deer Lakes Park, Saturday, 9:30 a.m.
Why Go?: The 5th Annual Deer Lakes Course Championship. The course will utilize the Pittsburgh Flying Disc Open tournament pin positions so this event will be a perfect opportunity to practice the layout in a competitive setting. Registration begins at the Blue Gill parking lot at 9:30 a.m. There will be a players meeting at 9:45 a.m. and the first round begins at 10 a.m. Click here for the tournament format. Prizes, trophies and bag tags will be awarded.
Pricing: Open:$20, Advanced: $20, Intermediate: $20, Recreational: $20, Pro Women: $10, Am Women: $10.
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Where?/When?: , Saturday, 10:30 a.m.
Why Go?: Love is a major cause of heartache, a major source of meaning. Everyone wants it, yet many don’t know what it really is and why it so often fades away. Join counselor Eileen Colianni to explore this fascinating topic and to learn what love really, truly is. On the third Anniversary of her Library Lectures, Eileen’s remarks on love will apply to romantic relationships, parent-and-child, as well as love between friends. Register online or by phone at 412-828-9532.
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Where?/When?: , Saturday, 5 to 9 p.m.
Why Go?: The Oakmont Lion's Club is proud to present their Concert in the Park Series. Gates open at 5 p.m. with music at 6 p.m. This week's music is from Neids Hotel Band, the "best good-time rock n' roll." Bring blanket or chair and your friends and family. A concession stand will be open. Proceeds go to vision impaired and local charities.
Pricing: $6 for adults and $3 for children younger than 12.
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Where?/When?: Michaels, Sunday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Why Go?: Participants, ages 3 and older, can design their own one-of-a-kind artist trading card. This is a free, make-it take-it event while supplies last.
Pricing: Free.
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Where/When:Michaels, Sunday, 1 to 3 p.m.
Why Go?: Crafters can create a personalized foam stamp and print while supplies last. This is a free make-it, take-it event for ages 3 and older.
Pricing: Free.
