Join VisitPittsburgh --- the county's tourism and convention agency --- for a preview of this summer's happenings and the business opportunities that come with them.

The fee is $25. For more information, call (412) 281-7711.

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Meet at the center to join local comedian Jimmy Krenn for an evening of sipping, sampling and strolling through the Strip District.

The Strip District is a neighborhood located along the Allegheny River that has traditionally housed the city's produce wholesalers and now includes unique specialty businesses.

Savor the flavors of the Strip District with delicious food and drink tastings and surprises at 20 of your favorite Strip businesses and explore new ones. For those who prefer to ride rather than stroll, the Pittsburgh Tour Company's circulating double decker bus will be cruising the Strip District throughout the event.

Proceeds benefit Neighbors In The Strip, which promotes economic development opportunities, while preserving the personality, integrity and character of the Strip. Tickets are available from ShowClix by calling (888) 718-4253.

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More than 25 four-person teams will showcase their bocce skills and participate in a day of fun across the street from the center.

Bocce is a ball sport with an ancestry that dates back to the ancient games played in the Roman Empire. A game can be conducted between two players, or two teams of two, three or four. The team with the closest ball to the jack is the only team that can score points in any frame. The scoring team receives one point for each of their balls that is closer to a small ball called "jack" than the closest ball of the other team. The length of a game varies by region, but is typically from 7 to 13 points.

Spectators will enjoy Italian food and beverages provided by Common Plea Catering and Italian-themed music from Pure Gold and other local bands.

Admission is free for spectators. Event proceeds benefit the Italian American Program Endowment Fund, which is dedicated to preserving the history and culture of Italian Americans in Western Pennsylvania. For more information or to sponsor a team, please contact Mark Burnett at (412) 454-6405.

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Visitors to this popular annual event are encouraged to bring their prized possessions to the History Center and meet with professional appraisers as KDKA-TV cameras roam the museum.

Appraisers from a variety of disciplines will assess the historic significance of your items and provide a verbal assessment of potential monetary value. The most unique items will be featured as part of special 30 minute programs on KDKA later this year hosted by KDKA-TV's Ken Rice and History Center President Andy Masich.

For more information, call: (412) 454-6000.

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Take part in a fun and flavorful food expo which celebrates the region's passion for food.

Visitors can sample a delicious assortment of foods from nearly 50 local vendors representing the best of Pittsburgh's neighborhoods and swap recipes with the region's culinary experts. Featured vendors include Pittsburgh staples like Schneider's Dairy, a family-owned business that has served the region since 1935; and the Original Oyster House, the 142-year-old Market Square seafood landmark.

Hometown-Homegrown includes activities throughout five floors at the History Center, such as a "Pittsburgh's Best Pierogi" contest, scavenger hunts, fun historical trivia related to Pittsburgh food traditions and fitness activities. For more information, call (412) 454-6000.

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