Fun for everyone: 65 things to do this month in Beaver Valley & a bit beyond

Scott Tady, Beaver County Times
Updated ·9 min read

Get ready for the merry, merry month of May.

Yes, we have loads of ideas for fun this May for you and your friends or family.

Consider these cool options:

May 1

"Jesus Christ Superstar" 7 p.m. Benedum Center, Pittsburgh. trustarts.org.

Jeff Miller singer-songwriter and live looper in a free happy hour performance, 6 p.m. Lounge at the Greer Theater, downtown Pittsburgh. trustarts.org.

May 2

"History of Magic: Part 1" a sketch comedy show featuring magic, singing, stage combat, sideshow, and more to satirize magic, 7:30 p.m. Liberty Magic theater, downtown Pittsburgh. trustarts.org. 6:30 p.m. May 5.

31st annual JFilm Festival, featuring Jewish-themed films, opens at Carnegie Music Hall of Oakland for an 11-day run at the Oaks Theater in Oakmont and Carnegie Mellon University’s McConomy Auditorium. filmpittsburgh.org.

A screen grab from "The Catskills," one of the films screening at the JFilm Festival in Pittsburgh.
A screen grab from "The Catskills," one of the films screening at the JFilm Festival in Pittsburgh.

May 3

"Footloose: The Musical" continues through May 5 at the Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center, Midland. lincolnparkarts.org.

"Fantasies & Fairy Tales," a concert celebrating famed animated movie songs, opens at 7:30 p.m. at the Strand Theater, Zelienople. Part of the "On Broadway" series, shows continue 7:30 p.m. May 4 and 2 p.m. May 5. thestrandtheater.org.

Pittsburgh Health & Fitness Expo, David Lawrence Convention Center, Pittsburgh. Continues May 4. pittsburghcc.com

"Witness for the Prosecution," Prime Stage Theatre’s gripping courtroom drama of love betrayed and murder avenged, opens for seven shows at New Hazlett Theater on Pittsburgh's North Side. ci.ovationtix.com.

May 4

Wine & Cheese fundraiser, 7-9 p.m. at Penn Bistro, 615 Penn Ave., New Brighton. Raises money for Grove Cemetery. Tickets $40 by calling 412-974-2453 or by emailing kjbingle@gmail.com.  The evening will feature wine and cheese pairings, raffles, door prizes and a silent auction.

Summer Flower Show: Under the Sea opens at  Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Pittsburgh with engaging displays feature charming sea creatures, unique foliage and fantastic flora. phipps.conservatory.org.

May 5

Whiskey & Weavers, a Scotch whiskey tasting at 2 p.m. followed by a screening of a live concert recording featuring the Tannahill Weavers at 3, Lindsay Theater, Sewickley.

A live concert recording featuring the Tannahill Weavers will be shown at the Lindsay Theater in Sewickley.
A live concert recording featuring the Tannahill Weavers will be shown at the Lindsay Theater in Sewickley.

May 6

Trivia Night, 7 p.m. Lil Joe’s tavern, Beaver Falls.

The HeART and Soul Spring Sale, begins and runs through May 11 at Stray Cat Studio, 2200 Ninth Ave., Beaver Falls. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 11. All proceeds of sales from multiple artists of handmade items like prints, pottery, jewelry and more will be donated to Crop and Kettle, a local nonprofit that gives individuals, families, and communities a stable future through the food industry.

May 7

Cupcake Decorating Class, 6 p.m. Cafe Kolache, Beaver.

"The Kite Runner," an acclaimed play with music, opens at the Benedum Center, Pittsburgh. Runs through May 12. trustarts.org.

"The Kite Runner" opens at the Benedum Center on May 7.
"The Kite Runner" opens at the Benedum Center on May 7.

May 8

"The Power of Women: Celebrating With Art," 6:15 p.m. Bottlebrush Gallery, Harmony. Join artist Beth Slagle for a class celebrating the strength, power, fierceness and vulnerability of women expressed through two fun and easy art projects completed in one night. Wine and snacks provided.

May 9

Pittsburgh Poetry Collection entertains at 6 p.m., Lounge at the Greer Theater, downtown Pittsburgh. trustarts.org.

May 10

Becky Kimble, rock, country and blues, 6:30 p.m. Harkins Mill Wines, Ambridge.

Becky Kimble will entertain at Harkins Mill Wines in Ambridge.
Becky Kimble will entertain at Harkins Mill Wines in Ambridge.

RML Jazz launches the Sweet Jazz concert series at Sweetwater Center for The Arts, Sewickley. 7 p.m.

May 11

South Side Historical Village opening day, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Route 168 near the Hookstown Fairgrounds.

Spring Tea and Handbag Raffle, 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Carnegie Free Library, Beaver Falls.

Second annual Wine & Bourbon Walk, noon, downtown Ellwood City. eventbrite.com.

Ambridge International Wine & Food Walk, 1-4 p.m. sponsored by the Ambridge Regional Chamber of Commerce. ambridgeregionalchamber.org.

Wine Tasting, 7-10 p.m. Anam Cara, 455 Third St., Beaver.

Picnic in The Park, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Brush Creek Park, North Sewickley Township, with a lively DJ, local food trucks, petting zoo, and bounce houses for the kids.

Bowling Fund Raiser to buy a service dog from Guardian Angels Support Service for a veteran suffering from PTSD, 5 p.m. at Sims Lanes, Big Beaver. Hosted by Rotary Club of New Brighton. buy.stripe.com.

Mark Eddie, singer-songwriter-comedian, 7:30 p.m. Strand Theater, Zelienople. thestrandtheater.org.

An Acoustic Evening with Scott Blasey and Justin Fabus, Pittsburgh Winery. pittsburghwinery.com.

The Clarks' Scott Blasey (left) and recording artist Justin Fabus (right) will co-headline a Pittsburgh Winery show.
The Clarks' Scott Blasey (left) and recording artist Justin Fabus (right) will co-headline a Pittsburgh Winery show.

May 12

Mother's Day Super Bingo, Conway Volunteer Fire Department, 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Ellwood City Area Civic Chorale concert, 7 p.m. Trinity Lutheran Church, Ellwood City.

West Hills Art League Annual Mother's Day Art Show and Sale, 1-4 p.m., Robin Hill Park, Moon Township. A gift of a handmade bookmark for attendees while they last. Music provided by James Tobin.

James Tobin entertains at the Mother's Day art show and sale at Robin Hill Park in Moon.
James Tobin entertains at the Mother's Day art show and sale at Robin Hill Park in Moon.

May 13

Music Mondays at Laughlin Memorial Library, Ambridge, 5 p.m. live performance by James Tobin & The Dewey Decimators. beaverlibraries.org.

The Dewey Decimators striking a Beatles pose at St. Blaise church in Midland.
The Dewey Decimators striking a Beatles pose at St. Blaise church in Midland.

May 14

Rummage sale, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Community Life Center, 118 McMillen Ave., Chippewa. chippewaumc.org

New Brighton Night Mart, 5-9 p.m., New Brighton shopping district with live music, food trucks, giveaways.

Open Mic hosted by SlapShot and Frank Piscopo, 6-10 p.m. Shulligan's Sports Bar & Grille, Hopewell Township.

May 15

Rummage sale, continues 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Community Life Center, 118 McMillen Ave., Chippewa. chippewaumc.org

32nd Annual Norma Kehr Sixth Grade Spelling Bee, involving students from all Beaver County School Districts, at Western Beaver School District, 216 Engle Road, Industry. Begins at 10 a.m. Sponsored by the Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees Beaver County Chapter.

T-Robe standup comedy, 7:30 p.m. Burn, Pittsburgh.

May 16

Karaoke With Ron The Don, 8 p.m. American Italian Club of Aliquippa.

May 17

"Leonardo: A Wonderful Show About a Terrible Monster" begins a three-day run at 10 a.m. at the Byham Theater, Pittsburgh. Hundreds of illustrated paper puppets, book pages, two-dimensional props, furry monster puppets, and songs bring Mo Willems' books to life. trustarts.org. Part of the EQT Children's Theater series at multiple locations May 17-19.

World premiere of "Cinderella" by choreographer Jayne Smeulders, a 7:30 p.m. family-friendly show presented by Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre as a season finale at the Benedum Center. Runs through May 19. pbt.org.

Ballet artists Hannah Carter and Lucius Kirst in "Cinderella" presented by the Pittsburgh Ballet.
Ballet artists Hannah Carter and Lucius Kirst in "Cinderella" presented by the Pittsburgh Ballet.

The Claus Rendezvous, a weekend-long gathering to train, develop, and learn as a holiday performer, Ramada by Wyndham Beaver Falls. wyndhamhotels.com.

May 18

Cruizin' The Ridge car cruise, noon to 4 p.m. Beaver County Radio, 4301 Dutch Ridge Road, Brighton Township. beavercountyradio.com.

Freedom Borough Spring Fest & Car Cruise, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. freedomborough.org.

Hills Snack Bar, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Big Sewickley Creek Brewing, Economy.

Morgan Gruber, from "American Idol," 7 p.m. The Standard, Bridgewater.

Morgan Gruber's first single, "Whatever Gets You Through It," is playing on local country radio stations.
Morgan Gruber's first single, "Whatever Gets You Through It," is playing on local country radio stations.

Toast to the Rat Pack and Marilyn stage show, 2 and 7:30 p.m. Strand Theater, Zelienople. thestrandtheater.org.

Sweetwater Blooms Market, a fresh flower market from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. where local flower farmers and artists sell their flowers, handcrafted artwork, and garden-related items, between Bank, Broad and Walnut streets outside Sweetwater Arts Center, Sewickley.

The Honky Tonk Heroes, classic rock and country, 8-11 p.m. Mario's 410 Grille, Bridgewater.

Honky Tonk Heroes will entertain fans new and old at Mario's 410 Grille.
Honky Tonk Heroes will entertain fans new and old at Mario's 410 Grille.

May 19

Beaver Valley Choral Society presents its third annual Pops Concert “Land That I Love,” 4 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, 393 Adams St., Rochester. Admission is free, but donations are accepted.

Prom For All Ages dance, 4-9 p.m. Independence Township Community Center. Five hours to dance, eat and socialize, starting at 4 p.m. with introduction-to-beginner swing dancing and a 5 p.m. hustle/disco lesson.

Beaver Bridal Bash noon-4 p.m., Irvine Park by the gazebo in Beaver. The collaboration between La Belle Bridal and Darling Events includes Los Gingos Tacos and Papa Dukes Gyros food trucks, Slurp - N - Burst Boba Tea, Bear Fruit Smoothies, SIPs Mobile Bar, and Harkins Mill Wines, plus jewelry, a bridal bounce house, a DJ, fresh cut flowers, multiple selfie stations, spa treatments and more.

The Beaver Bridal Bash will take place at Irvine Park and the Beaver Gazebo.
The Beaver Bridal Bash will take place at Irvine Park and the Beaver Gazebo.

May 20

Music Mondays at Laughlin Memorial Library, Ambridge, 5 p.m. performance featuring Nicholas Lupinacci. beaverlibraries.org.

May 21

Open mic hosted by The Project Band, 7-10 p.m. Zooky's Sports Tavern, Fallston.

May 22

Comfort & Spice pop-up food vendor, 4-8 p.m. Fermata Brewing, Ambridge. fermatabrewing.beer.

May 23

Trivia Night, 7 p.m. Big Sewickley Creek Brewing, Economy. sewickleybrewing.com.

May 24

Big Knob BBQ & Brew Fest, 1 p.m. Big Knob Grange Fair, New Sewickley Township. bkgbbq.org

More: Get ready for Big Knob BBQ & Brew Fest showcasing top ribs & local beers in Beaver County

"From a Distance" Donna Groom of The Skyliners sings songs paired with soldiers' letters to loved ones over the past 75 years, BlackBox Theater, Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center, Midland. lincolnparkarts.org.

Jarrod and Jess from The J. Craiger Band acoustic rock at Wunder Bar & Restaurant, Midland.

Soulful Femme blues, 7 p.m. Big Sewickley Creek Brewing, Economy. sewickleybrewing.com.

Souful Femme features Cheryl Rinovato (right) on guitar.
Souful Femme features Cheryl Rinovato (right) on guitar.

Friday Night Flea Market, 4-8 p.m. Bradys Run Ice Arena, Brighton Township. visitbeavercounty.com

May 25

Crows Run Band, country rock, Koehler Brewing, Ellwood City. koehlerbrewingcompany.com.

May 26

"Live And Learn with Crush40’s Johnny Gioeli" a day of live music and gaming, Pinball PA, Hopewell Shopping Center.

More: Rock star Johnny Gioeli to sing; play 'Sonic The Hedgehog' at Hopewell arcade & museum

Johnny Gioeli will rock the stage and play games at a one-of-a-kind event at Pinball PA in the Hopewell Shopping Center.
Johnny Gioeli will rock the stage and play games at a one-of-a-kind event at Pinball PA in the Hopewell Shopping Center.

May 27

Memorial Day Parade, 10 a.m. Third Avenue, New Brighton. Will be followed by a memorial in Townsend Park.

Memorial Day Parade, 10:30 a.m. Third Street, Beaver.

Ellwood City Area Civic Chorale Memorial Day Service performances, 9 a.m. Koppel Park and 11 a.m. Christ Presbyterian Church, 325 Spring Ave., Ellwood City.

Celebrating its 70th anniversary, the Ellwood City Area Civic Chorale has several concerts this May.
Celebrating its 70th anniversary, the Ellwood City Area Civic Chorale has several concerts this May.

May 28

Shuck Around and Find Out Oyster Nights, 4-7 p.m. ShuBrew rooftop bar, Zelienople.

May 29

Sound Bath Journey, 6-8 p.m., Pappy's Handcrafted Candles, New Brighton. A sound bath is a beautiful ceremony of sounds, part meditative and part spiritual journey designed to re-align your entire energetic body using powerful sound vibration.

May 30

Silent Book Club, 6:30-8:30 p.m. New Brighton Public Library.  Enjoy books, friends, snacks and drinks without having to talk in a group setting, with no assigned readings per week.

May 31

Dollar Bank Three Rivers Arts Festival begins in downtown Pittsburgh. traftrustarts.org.

More: Free Pittsburgh concert festival brings Ben Folds, Sugarhill Gang, Los Lonely Boys & PSO

Got an entertainment tip for the June Fun Calendar? Let us know at stady@timesonline.com.

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