Pittsburgh Events Happening May 18-24
Pint of Science Festival
May 18-20, Space Bar and Trace Brewing
Bringing accessible and fun science lessons right to your favorite local bars and breweries, Pint of Science Festival gives you a chance to learn from real professionals. You can choose from programs like 3D printing and rocket science, exploring space, looking into why microbes matter, and even examining the impacts of government and policy on our lives. So grab a cocktail or beer and sit back to feel like you’re in science class all over again but in a better way.
Lunchtime Fishing – Downtown
May 20, Downtown Dock Near the Convention Center
Do you miss fishing as a kid or wish to take your own kids out fishing on a nice day? Venture Outdoors has you covered with a lunchtime fishing session for adults and kids. They’ll supply all the fishing gear you need and walk you through the steps from hooking bait to reeling in and more. The best part is no fishing license is required and you can pay a small fee to bring your own equipment too.
Discussion: The Presidential Election of 1800
May 20, Bethel Park Public Library
You probably learned about the election of 1800 in history class but for America’s 250th anniversary, speaker Jack Puglisi is here to tell you all the details. Learn about one of the most fiery elections of early United States history between John Adams and Thomas Jefferson, creating the two-party system we know today. This talk gives all a chance to connect history to what we’re going through today.
PBT School Spring Performance
May 21-23, Pittsburgh Playhouse
Come see what the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre School has been up to at this spring performance. Celebrate the next generation of artists as they showcase all the skills they’ve learned in the different age groups featuring Children’s, Student and Pre-Professional Divisions. The performances take place over three days so be sure to look into which division you wish to attend. Or, simply head to all three!
The Wellness Rave
May 23, Allegheny Commons Park
Celebrate 10 years of Yoga in the Park with the Counseling and Wellness Center of Pittsburgh and the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy. They’re hosting a wellness rave for all to take a moment of meditation and relaxation. Dance along to DJs. Take part in yoga that focuses on breathwork. There’s also a drum circle and a group reiki session. You can recover in a mobile sauna and cold plunge. You can even bring the kids along for child’s yoga as well as to browse the local vendors.
Story by Kylie Thomas
Featured Photo Courtesy of Space Bar
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