Editors’ pick: Festival of Bands Competition

Saturday, September 19

Marching bands from around the region gather for the Mt. Lebanon Festival of Bands and Pennsylvania Interscholastic Marching Band Association Competition. Enjoy performances, concessions, Mt. Lebanon spirit wear sales, a 50/50 raffle and more.     

Friends of the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Mum Sale

Saturday, September 12

Sixth annual chrysanthemum sale from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in front of Mt. Lebanon Public Library. Mums are from Fred Bartsch Farms. $16 per 9-inch pot with a flower spread of 20 inches. Color choices are orange/bronze, white, yellow, red and purplish-pink.

Pittsburgh Zoo Grandparents Day

Sunday, September 13

Grandmas and grandpas love the zoo, too. Celebrate this special day as all grandparents accompanied by a child receive free admission. Presented by UPMC for Life.

Within Our Grasp: Changing Ourselves and the World 25 Years After 9/11

Wednesday, September 9

Author Tom Etzel shares his journey from grief to healing after losing two loved ones, including his niece, on 9/11. He is the founder of the Global Peace Building Foundation, a nonprofit that empowers young people to become positive changemakers. 7 to 8:30 p.m., Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie. Registration is appreciated; walk-ins are welcome.

History & Commerce Tour

Saturday, September 19

Learn about the history and architecture of Mt. Lebanon during a 90-minute, four-block walk along Washington Road. Tour explores the architecture of Mt. Lebanon’s main business district as well as the history of Mt. Lebanon and it includes a tour of the Art Deco interior of the old Municipal Building. History Center members: $10; non-members $15. 10 a.m. Meet at the History Center, 794 Washington Road.

Mt. Lebanon Partnership Artists’ Market

Saturday, September 26, and Sunday, September 27

A two-day juried fine arts festival transforming Uptown into a vibrant regional arts destination. This outdoor festival features 60 to 80 professional artists showcasing original, handcrafted work in a wide range of media, including: 2D artwork, jewelry, wood, sculpture, glass, ceramics, fiber, wearables, mixed media, leather and metal. Visitors can also enjoy food vendors and live entertainment throughout the weekend. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Academy Lot (behind The Saloon and across from Rollier’s Hardware).

Sixth Anawanda Arts Festival

Sunday, September 13

Enjoy handmade goods from local artists, henna art, silkscreening, cider and coffee drinks and free live music all day. Corner of Anawanda Avenue and Castle Shannon Boulevard from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

A Fair in the Park

Friday, September 11, through Sunday, September 13

Annual fine art and fine craft festival featuring approximately 85 regional and national artists working in a variety of mediums including clay, fiber, wood, jewelry, glass, leather, metal, mixed media and two-dimensional art. Hours: Friday, 1 to 7 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mellon Park, 1047 Shady Avenue. Free and held rain or shine.     

The Sean Casey Golf Classic

Monday, September 21

The annual Sean Casey Golf Classic, sponsored by Dollar Bank, benefits Casey’s Clubhouse, fostering inclusion and connection through baseball and beyond, providing opportunities for individuals with disabilities to thrive. 425 Hidden Valley Road, Canonsburg. 

Save the Date: Autumn Food Fair

Wednesday, October 14, and Thursday, October 15*

The Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos Society’s Autumn Food Fair features Greek favorites, seasonal soups and Greek and American pastries and baked goods. 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., 123 Gilkeson Road. *Please Note: Corrected Dates

Inside Lebo Podcast

New episodes of Mt. Lebanon’s podcast, Inside Lebo, drop every other Friday.

Upcoming topics:

Inside Lebo Celebrates 100 Episodes!

District Judge Hilary K. Wheatley

SEPTEMBER MUNICIPAL PUBLIC MEETINGS

All meetings are in the Mt. Lebanon Municipal Building, 710 Washington Road, unless otherwise noted. You may join all meetings on Zoom. Links and agendas online.

CIVIC ENGAGEMENT BOARD  
Wednesday, September 2, 6 p.m.

Commission
Tuesday, September 8 and 22. Discussion session, 6:30 p.m., Room C; meeting, 8 p.m.    

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT BOARD
Wednesday, September 9, 6 p.m.

LIBRARY BOARD
Tuesday, September 15, 7 p.m., 16 Castle Shannon Boulevard

MOBILITY AND TRANSPORTATION BOARD
Tuesday, September 1, 6 p.m.

PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD 
Wednesday, September 16, 7 p.m.

PLANNING BOARD 
Tuesday, September 15, 7 p.m.

RESILIENCY ADVISORY BOARD  
Wednesday, September 23, 6 p.m.

ZONING HEARING BOARD
Thursday, September 24, 7 p.m.