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Patch Picks: F.U.S.E. Fundraiser, Oktoberfest in Edgewood

Check out these events, which both raise money for kids' causes.

This week, it’s all about raising money and having fun for the kids.

Tonight at , F.U.S.E.—Fostering Skills for Urban Kids through Social-Emotional-Literacy Education—is holding its first-ever fundraiser beginning at 6 p.m.

Started by Michelle Passerrello and Chris Carnevali of Point Breeze, the that can help them gain the education now lacking in public schools after budget by the state and cuts to arts programming.

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The fundraiser, which includes a raffle of donated items, will help with all facets of getting the program up and running this fall. All donations will go toward the purchase of five Apple Macbook Pro computers for children to use, rent for the facility in East Liberty, bus passes and other transportation, furniture, school supplies and more.

“We are enlisting artists from all walks—DJ’s, musicians, painters—to engage children ages 13 to 19 in a way that the kids will learn something about the artist's trade,” Passerrello said. “In a curriculum fashion, we will have the kids implement that trade in projects that will happen in a six-week span.”

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During one project called, “Do you speak my language?” each child will select a particular genre of expression, whether it’s rap or spoken word, and will use the Mac interface to lay down beats and harmony. Justin Brown, a local musician and bass guitarist, will be teaching the class.

This Sunday, head down to Koenig Field in for the first-ever Oktoberfest event, with proceeds going towards a project that will refurbish and renew the playground there. The event will be held from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Tickets are $25 for adults in advance and $30 at the door. Children are free and adults will receive wristbands. The ticket price includes admission, beverages, food and activities. All proceeds will go directly to the new playground. Checks can be made out to the Edgewood Foundation.

To purchase tickets in advance, print out the form here, then mail it (or drop it off) along with the number of adults, number of children, names, home address, and mail to the following address: Edgewood Foundation, c/o Rob Felter, 205 Vine Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15218.

To volunteer for the event, call Felter at 412-303-3681 or contact him at gonzar@mindspring.com. You can also address any questions you have as well!

Unable to attend? Donations will be accepted at the address above. Please note Koenig Field Playground on your check.

Now, have your pick, have some fun, and do some good for the kids in our neighborhoods!


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