Thespians Prepare for Prom Fashion Show

Tickets can be purchased upon entrance to the annual event on Saturday.

Peters Township High School's Thespian Troupe #185 will host its annual Prom Fashion Show on Saturday. Assisted by the PTHS Thespian Backers, the fundraiser also helps benefit the theater program's scholarship fund. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., inviting attendees to shop and peruse the vendor's hallway. Local businesses will be displaying their products, selling and offering discounts on prom-related services.  Tickets are $5 at the door or can be purchased this week during school lunch periods. Vendors' items range from prom gowns, tuxedos, hair salons and photography studios to florists, jewelers, and seamstresses and tailors.  The "Masquerade Ball" fashion show begins at 7 p.m. in the auditorium. The models and escorts are high school …

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Peters Business and Nonprofit Present ‘Dancing for a Cause’

Local celebrities, such as Rose Tennant and Athena Sarris, will 'dance for a cause' in Station Square—an event presented by Arthur Murray Dance Studio and Watchful Shepherd USA.

Stars will be out when local celebrities, hometown heroes and concerned citizens gather to raise funds to help fight child abuse. “Dancing for a Cause” will be held at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21 at the Sheraton Station Square. The event will offer food, entertainment and dancing, with all proceeds benefiting Watchful Shepherd USA and its mission to prevent child abuse. The dancing will feature celebrities teaming up with professional dance instructors from Arthur Murray Dance Studio. “’Dancing for a Cause’” has the pizzazz of a floor show with the heart of a charity—necessary ingredients for a successful fundraiser,” said Donna Nardine, executive director of Watchful Shepherd. “It’s an evening full of fun!” Food will be served from 6:30-8:…

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Get Out: 'Tapestries of Hope,' Youth Soccer Night & 18th Century Concert

Here's what is happening around Peters Township, and surrounding areas, this weekend. What are you planning?

1. Wine, Cheese & Chocolate Where/When: Arthur Murray Dance Studio, Thursday, 5 p.m. Why Go?: This event will provide a great opportunity for "Mingling & Marketing," while enjoying delicious food, spirits and a few dance demonstrations by the Arthur Murray dance instructors! Make your reservation by calling 724-942-4707. Pricing: $10 2. “Tapestries of Hope” Screening Where/When: Hollywood Theater Dormont, Thursday, 6-10 p.m. Why Go?: Meet 2009 CNN Hero Betty Makoni at a screening of the documentary, Tapestries of Hope. This award-winning film by Michealene Risley exposes the myth, widely held in Africa, that raping a virgin cures a man of HIV. In the voices of young girls and Makoni herself, it also details Makoni's struggles and triumphs …

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Thursday's To-Do: Get Healthy, Get Talent and Prepare to Get Tax Docs (yay!)

Here are some ideas to add to your agenda -- some fun, some helpful!

Because everyone needs a to-do list, right? Well, most likely, you have one, but here are some things going on in the community and countywide that you may want to add to that calendar app:  1. Peters-based health coach, Lindsey Smith, is hosting a free healthy living event in the Strabane Trails activity room Thursday evening from 6 - 8 p.m., and spots are filling up! If you have yet to commence your get-healthy new year's resolution, now is the time. She plans to provide attendees with tips on nutrition and stress reduction. For details, see our events page and the Wellness for Washington County Women events page. UPDATE as of Jan. 20 4:55p.m.: Canceled due to weather -- rescheduled date TBA. 2. Get your tickets to the Jan. 29 countywide…