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Wonderade Punch List
Pittsburgh Weekend
Friday, Oct 16
Saturday is cold at 48, then Sunday warms to a sunny 58. Halloween bingo, the Patch with a Purpose and the Young Playwrights Festival fill a cozy weekend.
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The weather read
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Saturday
48° / 38°
, 16% rain.
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Sunday
58° / 36°
Sunny, 2% rain.
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Punch List rule this weekend: Chilly morning: save outdoor plans for the warm middle of the day.
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Saturday plan |
 Morning |
Halloween bingo is a cozy indoor morning for kids at the North Side Partnership Project. The listing gives no set time, so check hours before you go.
North Side Partnership Project · Price not listed · Indoors
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| 12 to 1:30 pm |
Pick a pumpkin, grab free face painting and snap festive photos; every pumpkin bought supports the Women's Center and Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh. It's all outdoors, so dress warm.
The Plaza at North Shore · Free · Outdoors, open sun
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 Afternoon |
Short plays written by students, plus a festival space with games, DJ sets and crafts between shows. Book now, since spots are limited.
City Theatre · Price not listed · Indoors · Book now, limited spots
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Also Saturday: LIBRARYCON: The Ultimate Side Quest is Beaver County's free library comic con for story-loving kids, with no registration needed. (Free · Indoors)
Also Saturday: Paws on the Farm brings live music, food trucks and a pet costume parade, so bring the dog and the kids. (Free · Outdoors, open sun)
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Sunday plan |
Cool day: bring a jacket and plan the outdoor stuff for midday, when it's warmest.
 9:30 to 10:30 am |
A gentle intro to aikido for kids 6 to 12 that builds balance, focus and teamwork rather than competition. Book ahead to hold a spot.
Allegheny Aikido · $60 · Indoors · Book ahead
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| Afternoon |
Student-written plays plus Play Ground, a free space with DJ sets, games and creative activities, make a fun first taste of theater. Play Ground runs 3:30 to 5:30, so aim for that window.
City Theatre · Price not listed · Indoors · Book now, limited spots
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| 5:30 to 7 pm |
CoCo the Clown's face painting and balloon art turn Sunday dinner into a small party, and kids eat free with an adult entree. Rounding up your check helps the Copeland Burn Fund.
Hofbrauhaus Pittsburgh Brewery & Restaurant · Free · Indoors
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Also Sunday: Azure Family Concerts: Monster Bash offers live Halloween songs for families impacted by autism and other special needs, with room to sit, stand or dance and a designated quiet space. (Free · Indoors)
Also Sunday: Trick or Treat at Old Salem Market is a free costume afternoon of sweet treats and family-friendly festivities. (Free · Indoors)
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Heads up: Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey with Special Guest Bello Nock takes over PPG Paints Arena Saturday. Expect crowds and traffic nearby, so route around it.
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The weekend bonus
Large pumpkins at $3.95 turn into a whole afternoon project: carve them, paint them, or let the kids design a pumpkin family for the porch.
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Quick grocery wins |
| Fresh Chicken Breasts ALDI |
$1.99 |
| Fresh Family Pack Thin-Sliced Boneless Pork Chops ALDI |
$2.99 |
| Fresh Angus Petite Sirloin Steak ALDI |
$8.99 |
| Fresh Beef Bone-In Short Ribs ALDI |
$7.49 |
Ads run Oct 14 to Oct 20. Prices can vary by store, so check your local ad.
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