Editors’ pick: Native Planting Confidence
Thursday, March 5
Learn how to pick the right plant for the right place in your garden with Mt. Lebanon Nature Conservancy. Native plants attract and sustain wildlife, hosting butterflies, birds and bees while being easy to maintain. Mt. Lebanon Public Library, 7 p.m.
New York New Music Ensemble
Saturday, March 7
Hear works by Mathew Rosenblum, Morton Feldman, Eric Moe and Amy Willia. Part of the 36th Music on the Edge season, which presents compelling new music from around the world. Bellefield Hall Auditorium, University of Pittsburgh, 8 p.m.
Butler-Built Garage Open House
Sunday, March 15
Explore a collection of vehicles designed and built in Butler. Marvel at the ingenuity behind the American Bantam’s Jeep, the American Austin, the Huselton, the Standard and others. Butler-Built Garage,100 Barracks Road, Butler.
1 to 4 p.m. ExperienceButler.com [3]
Big Night: Off to the Races
Saturday, March 7
An evening of entertainment, mint juleps, music and food. Proceeds support the Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh’s programming and community services. 5738 Forbes Avenue. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $150
Orchid and Tropical Bonsai Show: Blooming with Love
Through March 15
A warm escape from the winter chill at Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens [5]. Displays feature an array of orchids and bonsai throughout the glasshouse.
Pittsburgh Fringe Festival
March 19 through March 28
An inclusive, multi-disciplinary performing arts festival [6] featuring international, national and local artists at venues throughout Pittsburgh’s East End. Programming includes theater, comedy, visual arts, music, dance, spoken word, literature and family entertainment.
Mt. Lebanon Senior Men’s Golf Club
Wednesdays, early April through early October
Members play nine holes weekly on Wednesday mornings at the Mt. Lebanon Golf Course. Once a month, optional 18-hole Monday away events are held at local courses. Men, age 55 and older, residents and nonresidents, are welcome. Annual dues: $25
Seniors Lunch
Wednesday, March 25
Enjoy lunch, good company and conversation while discussing how to improve balance as we age. Chabad of the South Hills, 1701 McFarland Road. Suggested donation: $5.
Call 412-278-2658 to register.
Save the date: Lincoln Elementary School’s 100th Anniversary Celebration
Saturday, April 11
The celebration will begin with an opening ceremony including remarks from district and notable community representatives. Starting at 1:30 p.m. guests are invited to explore the school, showcasing Lincoln’s rich history, local entertainment and community-centered programming. Lincoln Elementary School, 1 to 4 p.m.
Upcoming Inside Lebo Episodes
- New episodes of Mt. Lebanon’s podcast, Inside Lebo, drop every other Friday. Upcoming in March:
- Mt. Lebanon’s Revamped Racket Center, March 6
- New SHACOG Director, March 20