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SUMMARY:Festival of Combustion by Rivers of Steel at Carrie Blast Furnaces | Oct 3
DESCRIPTION:Festival of Combustion by Rivers of Steel at Carrie Blast Furnaces | Oct 3\nFestival of Combustion is unlike any other event in the region.\n\nSet against the towering Carrie Blast Furnaces\, this one-day celebration brings together industrial arts\, American craft\, live music\, and hands-on experiences for curious minds of every age. \nWhether you’re introducing your kids to the magic of making or you’re a lifelong metalworker eager to watch master craftspeople at work\, you’ll find something to spark your imagination. \n\n\n\n\nExplore the World of Metal\nMeet artists and craftspeople demonstrating traditional and contemporary metalworking techniques throughout the festival\, including: \n\nIron casting\nBlacksmithing\nCopper smithing\nAluminum arts\nGlassmaking\nCeramics\nTraditional folk arts\n\nWatch live demonstrations\, ask questions\, discover centuries-old techniques\, and roll up your sleeves with hands-on activities designed for both children and adults. \nKnowledgeable interpreters will also be stationed throughout the Carrie Blast Furnaces\, sharing the stories of the workers\, innovations\, and industrial legacy that shaped this extraordinary place. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, October 3\n3:00-9:00pm\nCarrie Blast Furnaces\n\n\nBuy TicketsBuy Tickets \n\n\n\n\n\nAdvance tickets\n$25 \nAt the gate\n$30 \nGuests under 18 years old\nFREE!
URL:https://steelvalleyaccelerator.com/event/festival-of-combustion-by-rivers-of-steel-at-carrie-blast-furnaces-oct-3/
LOCATION:Carrie Blast Furnaces\, 801 Carrie Furnace Blvd\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15218
CATEGORIES:Activities,All Ages,Art Exhibition,Education,Entertainment,Special Event,Tours,Variety,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Crashing Out with Philip DeFranco and Alex Pearlman at Carnegie of Homestead Music Hall | Oct 3
DESCRIPTION:Crashing Out with Philip DeFranco and Alex Pearlman at Carnegie of Homestead Music Hall | Oct 3\n\n\n\nSaturday\, October 3rd\, 2026 | This event is for all ages. \n\n\nDrusky Entertainment & Outback present: \nCRASHING OUT LIVE \nSunday\, October 4th\, 2026 \nDoors: 6:00PM / Show: 7:00PM \nCarnegie of Homestead Music Hall (Munhall\, PA) \n*All tickets subject to day of show price increase. Prices at the ticket link reflect the all-in ticket price (face value + fees) – minus any taxes / credit card processing fees. \nThis event is recommended for all ages. \nCrashing Out with Philip DeFranco and Alex Pearlman is a news comedy podcast. They try to make sense of the world by laughing through it\, or perhaps more accurately: Crashing Out. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeating Chart (click to view)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nCarnegie of Homestead Seat Map (click to expand)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBuilt in 1898\, the Carnegie Library of Homestead was constructed by William Miller and Sons of Pittsburgh at a cost of $250\,000. The second of three libraries built here in the Mon Valley\, the Carnegie Library of Homestead was built for use by the common man but adorned with grandeur and opulence fit for a royal family. The Carnegie Library of Homestead is the oldest Carnegie library in continuous operation in its original structure in the US\, and was chosen by CNN in 2014 as one of the 27 most fascinating libraries in the world to visit. Unique to other libraries\, it also is home to a full-service athletic facility and grand concert hall. \nAlso known as the Carnegie of Homestead\, its modern mission is to provide programs and facilities that enhance learning\, wellness and quality of life within and outside the Steel Valley. Today\, we serve over 17\,000 residents of Munhall\, Homestead\, West Homestead\, Whitaker\, and families in nearby communities such as West Mifflin\, Lincoln Place\, Hays\, Greenfield\, Squirrel Hill\, Duquesne and more. The Carnegie of Homestead uplifts and improves the lives of youth\, families and the elderly\, by serving as a community activities center for families and groups throughout the Mon Valley. \nThe Library holds 3\,000\,000 county-wide items in collection including books\, audiobooks\, DVDs\, CDs\, newspapers\, magazines and eResources. There are nearly 7\,000 cardholders (35% of our residents) and on average 733 people visit daily. 30 computers provide over 30\,000 online access sessions annually by the general public\, including disadvantaged individuals who cannot afford home computers and online services. The library holds over 1\,000 learning programs annually in which almost 20\,000 participate of all ages. On any given day\, a variety of activities are happening: toddler and children story time\, arts and crafts; science and art classes for homeschooled children; literacy outreach & book distribution to 30+ local preschools and daycare centers; homework assistance for teens equipped with computers and media; laptops and iPads with college-level computer programming\, and STEAM (Science\, Technology\, Arts\, Math) workshops including robotics in the Makerspace classroom; book clubs for teens through seniors\, knitting classes\, crafting workshops for adults\, and cultural programs such as Japanese or Russian language and psyanky egg decorating! \nThe Athletic Club hosts 1\,100 members who pay affordable fees to attend in Yoga\, Water Aerobics\, Spinning\, Tai Chi\, and Zumba classes in the fitness studios\, enjoy our heated indoor swimming pool\, gymnasium with a walking track\, and train for baseball/softball using our indoor batting cages. 200 youth participate in year-round sports lessons and 230 adults enjoy year-round basketball and volleyball leagues. 150 children and adults learned to swim\, participated in aquatics exercise and scuba instruction classes. 550 seniors are active members of our Silver Sneakers/Silver and Fit exercise classes geared to older adults. \nThe Music Hall seats 1\,045 guests in an intimate atmosphere that has changed very little from the original venue. In 2019\, 50\,000 patrons traveled from Western Pennsylvania and across the country to see nationally known entertainers such as American Idol\, Dave Chappelle\, Pete Davidson\, Boz Scaggs\, Sturgill Simpson\, Jeff Goldblum\, and more. The Music Hall uniquely serves also as a “community house” to local nonprofits offering meeting space for civic engagement\, programs and services such as graduation commencement exercises\, naturalization ceremonies\, school band concerts\, church plays and local dance recitals. Year-round\, the music hall serves as an economic driver for nearby restaurants\, retail establishments and hotels – for every 50 shows held\, the Carnegie brings over $1\,000\,000 in revenue to the Waterfront and Eighth Avenue business districts. Space rentals and ticket sales provide revenue to support the facility and programs that serve our community. “The Carnegie of Homestead is a textbook example of social enterprise and sustainability reinvention\,” experts say\, “by using revenue from the music hall and its fitness club memberships to stay viable.” The library’s core mission has been preserved\, and then some: you can check out a book or use a computer\, take a Spinning class\, learn to swim or enjoy a concert. \nAndrew Carnegie’s vision is alive today as the Carnegie of Homestead continues its dedication to the community by providing vital resources to families throughout the Mon Valley. To read more about the history of the Carnegie of Homestead\, please visit the library’s website at www.CarnegieofHomestead.org.
URL:https://steelvalleyaccelerator.com/event/crashing-out-with-philip-defranco-and-alex-pearlman-at-carnegie-of-homestead-music-hall-oct-3/
LOCATION:Carnegie of Homestead Music Hall\, 510 E 10th Avenue\, Munhall\, PA\, 15120
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Entertainment,Theater,Variety
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SUMMARY:All levels Blacksmithing: Bladesmithing 1 at Carrie Blast Furnaces | Nov 17
DESCRIPTION:All levels Blacksmithing: Bladesmithing 1 at Carrie Blast Furnaces | Nov 17\nLearn to create your own blade at the Carrie Blast Furnaces! \nBladesmithing workshops include shop time and instruction focusing on the forging techniques needed to produce sharp-edged tools of high-carbon steel.\nParticipants will learn the fundamental skills required to forge a blacksmithing knife with scroll handle from a single piece of steel.\nThese sessions are led by Rivers of Steel staff artist and bladesmith Jared Ondovchik (aka Artifact Metalworks). \nHours & Admission* \nBladesmithing 1 is offered on the following dates in 2026:\nTwo-day weekend workshops:\nJanuary 31\, 12-6pm – February 1\, 12-3pm\nFebruary 21\, 12-6pm – February 22\, 12-3pm\nJune 20\, 12-6pm – June 21\, 12-3pm\nThree-day weeknight workshops:\nNovember 17\, 18 & 19\, 6-9pm \nGeneral Admission\n$360 \n*Workshops are limited to 8 participants. We recommend purchasing tickets in advance as we cannot guarantee tickets will be available for walk-ups. \nLocation & Directions \nThe Carrie Blast Furnaces are located in the communities of Swissvale and Rankin in the Monongahela River Valley.\nThe address is 801 Carrie Furnace Blvd.\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15218. \nWhat to Know Before You Go \nAs a former industrial site\, there are a few things to keep in mind to ensure an enjoyable visit. \nWhat to wear: Clothing you can get dirty. The workshop space is not temperature controlled\, but there are space heaters in the winter months. Please dress for the weather. Additionally\, the ground is uneven—sensible shoes are a must. Open-toed shoes and high heels are prohibited.\nRestrooms & concessions: The rawness of the site is certainly part of its charm. However\, that rawness also limits the creature comforts many of us are accustomed to\, like running water. Portable bathrooms\, hand washing stations\, and hand sanitizer are available. Food amenities are not available (with some exceptions\, such as food trucks at festivals).\nPhotography: Photography is permitted. For safety reasons\, videography and drones are prohibited.\nAccessibility: Handicapped parking is available and the ramp to the workshop space is ADA compliant. However\, the grounds to the space may not be accessible for all wheelchairs. Contact us for details and options.\nLiability: By purchasing admission tickets\, all visitors consent to the terms of our liability waiver and consent to be photographed (PDF).\nAdmission: Site access is limited to guided tours\, workshops\, and events. Unless otherwise noted\, all admissions are ticketed.\nLocation: The Carrie Blast Furnaces are located in the communities of Swissvale and Rankin in the Monongahela River Valley. The address is 801 Carrie Furnace Blvd.\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15218. \nThank you for following these guidelines. We wish you to have the best visit possible\, and appreciate your patience as we continue to improve the visitor experience.\nFor more information\, contact info@riversofsteel.com. \nLearn more about the events\nsuch as tours\, workshops\, and festivals happening at each unique attraction.
URL:https://steelvalleyaccelerator.com/event/all-levels-blacksmithing-bladesmithing-1-at-carrie-blast-furnaces-nov-17/
LOCATION:Carrie Blast Furnaces\, 801 Carrie Furnace Blvd\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15218
CATEGORIES:Activities,Education,Variety,Workshops
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