Events for 5/30/2013
YWCA Tribute To Women Leadership Awards LuncheonWestin Convention Center Hotel [ venue info ]
5/30/2013 12pm
The YWCA's signature fundraising event honors women from the greater Pittsburgh area who have demonstrated excellence and leadership in the workplace and in the community and for their contributions to the goals of the mission of the YWCA --- to empower women and girls and to eliminate racism.
Tickets are $70. Call (412) 255-1261 to purchase and for more information.
Shop Featured Artist: Amber Coppings
Pittsburgh Center For The Arts [ venue info ]
5/4/2013 1pm through 6/30/2013 5pm
Stop by the center's gift shop to see a special display of local artist Amber Coppings' textile designs.
Hand- and machine- sewn applique details are art-inspired, geometric and are handcut from pieces of organic cottons, bamboo rayons and cotton jerseys that are hand-dyed with shibori techniques or digitally designed by Amber Coppings in her Lawrenceville studio. This allows for the most artistic expression and enhances the handmade nature of each individual piece. Other items being featured are hand-dyed infinity scarves, lightweight "Suzi" Hoodie Cape Vests and sumptuous handbraided organic cotton belts with vintage buckles.
Sale proceeds benefit the artist and the center. For more information, call (412) 361-0873.
Entrepreneurial Thursday
Little E's [ venue info ]
5/30/2013 5:30pm
"Entrepreneurial Thursday" is a casual, weekly event featuring live jazz, soul and blues performance (by vocalist/host Jessica Lee and special musical guests) to enhance networking of the entrepreneurial and innovation communities.
Tonight's theme is "Life Sciences & Medical Innovations"
This is a 21+ event with a $5 cover. A dinner menu is available. For more information, call (412) 392-2217.
YMCA Lighthouse End Of The Year Celebration
Kelly-Strayhorn Performing Arts Center [ venue info ]
5/30/2013 6pm
Enjoy an evening of performances and presentations in music, photography, video, poetry, theater, step team, graphic design and visual arts starring some of the region's finest young talents.
The YMCA Lighthouse Project is a year round teen program that empowers youth through the multimedia arts of music, video and photography.
Free to the public with a $5 suggested donation at the door. For more information, call (412) 436-0535.
St. Victor Parish Bingo
Saint Victor's Catholic Church [ venue info ]
5/30/2013 6:30pm
Gather in the church's parish hall for a fun and exciting night of bingo.
Bingo is a game of chance played with randomly drawn numbers which players match against numbers that have been pre-printed on 5-inch by 5-inch cards. The winner calls out the word "Bingo!" to alert the other players and caller of a possible win.
Proceeds benefit the church. For more information, call (724) 265-2070.
Saint Gabriel Bingo
Saint Gabriel Of The Sorrowful Virgin [ venue info ]
5/30/2013 7pm
Gather in the church's parish hall for a fun and exciting night of bingo.
Bingo is a game of chance played with randomly drawn numbers which players match against numbers that have been pre-printed on 5-inch by 5-inch cards. The winner calls out the word "Bingo!" to alert the other players and caller of a possible win.
Proceeds benefit the church. For more information, call (412) 881-8115.
Hot Mess Dress Party
Olive Or Twist [ venue info ]
5/30/2013 7pm
Celebrate your most embarrassing fashion moment by wearing your most hideous outfit to wonderfully wicked party.
Awards for the top three "Hottest Mess Dresses", voted by all in attendance, will be awarded at 11:00 p.m. Must be present to win.
Admission to this age 21+ event is $10 at the door. A portion of the proceeds will go to Project Prom Pittsburgh, a local charity that helps teens find affordable or second-hand prom and special dance attire. For free admission, please bring a fabulous prom dress or tuxedo to donate, new or good condition. Call (412) 255-0525 for more information.
Pittsburgh Musical Saw Festival
Thunderbird Cafe & Lounge [ venue info ]
5/30/2013 8:30pm
Pittsburgh will be hosting its first ever Musical Saw Festival, celebrating the unique versatility of this uncommon instrument.
Featuring popular saw-utilizing local acts Faithful Sinners, The Wayward Strangers and a rare appearance by the inimitable one-man vaudevillian showman Buddy Nutt, you won't be disappointed by the variety and talent the lineup provides. As a special bonus, Minneapolis-based group Roe Family Singers will round out the evening with their special blend of old-timey indie folk that has won them World's Best Jug Band twice since 2010.
Admission to this age 21+ event is $5 at the door. For more information, please call (412) 478-3273.
Pittsburgh Improv Jam
Cabaret At Theater Square [ venue info ]
5/30/2013 10pm
Improv comics from all over Pittsburgh take the stage performing unscripted scenes in this fast and frenetic improv jam.
The show features randomly-generated teams and truly unpredictable comedy that the audience can watch --- or even sign up to perform.
Admission is $3 at the door. For more information on this age 21+ show, call (412) 325-6769.
Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball
PNC Park [ venue info ]
5/29/2013 through 5/30/2013
The Pittsburgh Pirates take on the Detroit Tigers in a series of games.
Since the late 1800s, the Pittsburgh Pirates (also known as “the Bucs,” short form of the word “buccaneer”), have won nine National League Pennants, 9 Eastern Division titles --- and an impressive 5 World Series championships.
Game times and tickets are available from TicketNetwork through the link below.
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