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Get Out: Oktoberfest, Scarecrow Making, Free Concert
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Looking for something to do this weekend? Patch has five suggestions to get you out and about.
Third Annual Edgewood Oktoberfest
When/Where: 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 22 at Koenig Field.
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Why Go: Drink cold beer, eat hot dogs and bratwurst and enjoy some time outside catching up with neighbors. Activities for the kids will also be provided.
Admission: Tickets are $25 per person in advance or $30 per person at the event. Advance tickets are available on the Edgewood Foundation website (www.edgewoodfoundation.org).
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When/Where: 5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 22 at Tugboat's in Chalfant.
Why Go: Wood's band includes Forest Hills resident Max Woodhall whose son Hank was tragically killed in a skateboard accident in Chalfant Borough exactly one year ago. Tugboat's will donate a portion of the 50/50 raffle towards a planned skateboard park to honor Hank. The outdoor concert will be preceded by a short memorial ceremony when balloons will be released.
Admission: Free. Octoberfest inspired menu and beer available.
Scarecrow MakingWhen/Where: 3 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21 at Koenig Field, 401 Greendale Ave.
Why Go: Sponsored by C.C. Mellor Memorial Library, the challenge is on to see which family can make the scariest scarecrow.Join the library and the Edgewood Foundation to find out.
Admission: Free. Register in advance. Contact: C.C. Mellor Memorial Library 412-731-0909.Hill Dance Academy Theatre Gala Fundraiser "A Celebration of Youth Champions in the Arts"
When/Where: 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21 at Thelma Lovette YMCA, 2114 Centre Ave.
Why Go: Celebrate the 2013 honorees of its "Youth Champions in the Arts Awards" as inaugural awards are presented to three unsung youth artists in the Pittsburgh region using their talents to engage, celebrate and assist in their schools and communities.
Admission: General admission is $56.78. Tickets can be purchased at www.hdatgala.eventbrite.com
Global Peace Games in Wilkinsburg
When/Where: 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 21 at 813 South Ave., Wilkinsburg.
Why Go: Play Soccer Pittsburgh invites children, ages 8-13, to the Wilkinsburg Boys and Girls Club for a morning of sporting activities. The event is open to the public. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m.
Admission: Free.
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