It’s a musical “fun-raiser” for B-PEP. Join us for a six-hour music marathon featuring many of Pittsburgh’s best vocalists and musicians. $25 per ticket. SAVE THE DATE  and call (412)758-7898 for more details about the event.

Eastern area neighborhoods and the Community Design Center of Pittsburgh are partnering to put on a FREE workshop for homeowners interested in improving their homes, while making them energy efficient. From 1-2pm, expert presenters will provide information on Energy Efficiency and Your House, DIY, Getting Professional Help, Other Sources of Energy, Incentives, Tax Credits, Rebates and MORE!

There will be time for discussion as well as a limited number of free “mini-consultations” by volunteer architects from the Community Design Center on selecting the proper windows and doors for your home (so bring pictures of the outside of your home!) For more information, contact info@parkplaceblog.com

The United Black Book Clubs of Pittsburgh (UBBCP) March discussion topic is “What Is the Healing Power of Family?” and discussion will focus around In My Father’s House, a novel by Ernest Gaines. Until then, read up!

28,400 PPS students are going to need access to learning tools and rigorous courses to prepare them for post secondary education and training. We’ll share what we’ve learned about student access to courses and learning tools and poll you for what we should do about it. Dinner will be served and childcare is available. RSVP by clicking http://www.aplusschools.org/eq_swmeet_reg.shtml or by calling 412 697-1298 ext 105.

Enjoy a simple meal of soup and bread to raise awareness of hunger in our communities. This family-friendly event will feature a strolling magician, children’s activities, and guests like Mr. McFeely from Mr. Rogers Neighborhood! Guests take home their choice of over 1,200 ceramic bowls on display. There is also a silent auction of ceramic art and celebrity-autographed bowls from Jerome Bettis, the Saturday Night Live cast, 30-Rock cast, Pittsburgh Penguins, and many more!

The 12th Ward Democratic Committee will host a “Meet the Candidate/Petition Party” where the candidates will vie for signatures and endorsements. The following campaigns have registered to present their platforms – Governor Candidate: Jack Wagner; Lt. Governor Candidates: Jonathan Saidel and Doris Ribner-Smith; US Senate Candidate: Congressman Joe Sestak and Arlan Specter; PA State, Representative Candidate: Joseph Preston, Jr.; PA State Senator Candidate: Jim Ferlo, PA, Congressman Candidate: Mike Doyle. Parents are asked to encourage youth to participate in this political educational experience. For more information, visit the 12th Ward’s website.

The Kingsley Association will be having Family Fun Friday on the 4th Friday of the month all year long. Activities include rock wall climbing, parents v. kids games, open swim, family line dancing and more. The event is free and open to the public. For more information call 412-661-8751.

The Kingsley Association will be having Family Fun Friday on the 4th Friday of the month all year long. Activities include rock wall climbing, parents v. kids games, open swim, family line dancing and more. The event is free and open to the public. For more information call 412-661-8751.

Join New Voices for “Womb-Words, Thirsting” by Lenelle Moise, and for the New Voices Awards 6:30pm, Kelly-Strayhorn Theater. This event is a part of Women’s HerStory month, February 15 through March 15.