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Raising Our Spirits 8 Washington County’s Growing Wine, fall/winter 2016-17 Beer and Spirits Scene On The Inside 16 With Matt and Susanne Sager Palazzo 1837 Ristorante The Shoppes at Quail Acres Fall Into Washington County 22 Haunted Walks, Fall Festivals and Fun on the Farm On The Right Track 26 New Developments Drive Racetrack Road
We’ve Got Talent 30
Calendar 34 Upcoming Events for Fall and Winter See What’s Cooking 38 All-Clad Metalcrafters, LLC
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4 WASHCOCHAMBER.COM 6 WASHCOCHAMBER.COM In the late 18th century, Washington County was home to Raising Our many Scotch-Irish and German immigrants that brought from the “Old Country” both their farming and whiskey distilling knowledge. In Europe, whiskey was made with malted barley, something that did not grow well in Western Pennsylvania. So these inventive farmers substituted rye for barley and the rest is history, as they say. A new type of SPIRITS whiskey was born – a distinctly American Whiskey – Pennsylvania Rye, also known as Monongahela Rye. Washington County’s Growing Wine, Beer and Spirits Scene Whiskey continued to be produced in the region until Prohibition when the distilleries went quiet – until recently.
In 2011, Pennsylvania’s distillery regulations were eased and paved the way for a rebirth of the region’s storied whiskey making past. Today, Washington County is home
By Kathleen Hondru to a number of new craft distillers and for the first time since its founding, the 2016 Whiskey Rebellion Festival, held the second weekend of July, featured whiskey made right here in Washington County.
“We scheduled our grand opening on the Saturday of the festival,” shared Ellen Hough, owner of Mingo Creek Craft Distillers, along with her husband Jim. Their distillery is located in downtown Washington and they chose its name in honor of the farmers of the Mingo Creek Settlement, who protested the whiskey excise tax of 1791. Ed Belfoure Red Pump Spirits
Mingo Creek uses local grains to produce bourbon, corn whiskey, peated bourbon and rye whiskey in barrels. Their equipment is a modern version of the copper pot stills used back in the post-revolutionary era. One of the more popular spirits during the festival was their own version of Monongahela Rye, called Bassett Town Whiskey.
For Ed Belfoure, owner of Red Pump Spirits, a craft distillery that opened in March and also located in downtown Washington, “the festival was so much more successful for us than we had imagined. We extended our hours during Ellen Hough the festival and by the end of Mingo Creek Craft Distillers Saturday we were sold out of our Rebellion Rye and Farmhouse Whiskeys, as “We were busy all day during our opening with customers well as our Bradford Blackberry Liqueur.” Washington County is once again home to whiskey distilleries filling the distillery and lines out the door and down the street. The response was great. We even had re-enactors that are reclaiming a part of our region’s storied walking through the distillery, posing for pictures and at one past as part of a growing wine, beer and spirits scene. point joining with customers in a rousing toast,” said Hough. VISITWASHINGTONCOUNTYPA.COM 9 will find customers enjoying their wines on the picturesque services support this growing beer craze and we also host patio that overlooks the vineyard and is home to regularly the Washington Homebrew Club, which meets the third scheduled wine and music events. Thursday of every month at A&M.”
John and Dot Husk own J&D. They are passionate about In 2015, A&M moved to its current – and larger – location winemaking and helping customers with supplies, advice to offer more classes and inventory to better serve their and support for their own endeavors. In fact, they recently growing customer base. But it is not just a supply house; started the Washington County chapter of the American A&M offers its own selection of wines and plenty of Wine Society, to help bring further resources and support events, like its popular Paint & Sip and Late Night @ to local winemakers and enthusiasts. the Winery.
“Winemaking in Washington has a good following These new and established businesses are building a because of the availability of supplies and produce vibrant spirits scene in Washington County. They offer suppliers,” said John. “During the fall, home winemakers a variety of tastes and choices in settings that are will often help out at the wineries to get in on the bulk well suited for events, private parties or simply a fun pricing the wineries get when purchasing grapes.” outing with friends. Be sure to check them out and experience our region’s history and present in a As far as the growth of the craft beverage industry in the delightfully tasteful way. region, the local businesses are very supportive of each other. “We have had individuals who were opening Explore visitwashingtoncountypa.com for more distilleries attend our wine club meetings to get information on the distilleries and wineries recommendations for bottles, supplies and how best to located in Washington County. promote their businesses with social media. A number of wineries have recently opened in the region and these owners attended meetings of our winemaking organization. This growth is great for all the wineries, because as I often say, I would not go miles out of my way to visit one winery, but I will to visit five.”
Those interested in taking his advice and planning a tour of local wineries to taste a variety of wines and explore the region’s landscape, be sure to add these vineyards to your wine tour itinerary – Ripepi Winery & Vineyard in Monongahela, C&T Miller Vineyards in Avella, Raccoon Creek Winery at Kramer’s Greenhouse in Burgettstown and Plum Run Winery in Brownsville, PA.
John and Angela Burgess One of the suppliers helping to fuel the home crafting A&M Wine and Beer Supplies The Washington WInery of both wine and beer is A&M Wine & Beer Supplies The local whiskey and spirits scene is dynamic, according and The Washington Winery, located in downtown to Belfoure. “The distillers here all talk to one another and Washington. A&M has been serving and supporting the share ideas on techniques and ways to promote our Greater Washington craft beer and winemaking scene businesses. The diversity of traditional and new types of since its opening in 2004. spirits is exciting and attracting a lot of interest.” “Even though our area has According to Angela Burgess, owner of A&M, “Even Whiskey is not the only spirit being made in Washington had a number of wineries though our area has had a number of wineries and home County. Wineries mark the region’s landscape and offer a and home winemakers, the winemakers, the number of homebrewers has grown variety of settings and tastes, including J&D Cellars number of homebrewers has significantly in the past few years. Our products and Winery & Vineyard, located on 16 acres off Route 519 in Eighty Four. If you visit J&D in the summer and fall, you grown significantly in the past few years.”
10 WASHCOCHAMBER.COM 12 WASHCOCHAMBER.COM VISITWASHINGTONCOUNTYPA.COM 13 14 WASHCOCHAMBER.COM VISITWASHINGTONCOUNTYPA.COM 15 The fine dining and specialty retail shops in a historic site make for a unique combination within Washington County’s many tourism offerings. ON THE INSIDE
With Matt and Susanne Sager Palazzo 1837 Ristorante The Shoppes at Quail Acres
By Mike Bradwell
n Italian, the term “palazzo” means an impressive I public building or private residence. At Palazzo 1837 Ristorante, the handsome and spacious 1837 Palladian-style brick farmhouse is an impressive reminder of Washington County’s rural roots. Sited along a rising grade above the intersection of Route 19 and Racetrack Road in North Strabane Township in a historic setting known as The Shoppes at Quail Acres, the fine dining establishment has given owners Matt and Susanne Sager the opportunity to envision an expanding list of possibilities for Palazzo and its surrounding property. After renting the restaurant space for four years, the Sagers had the opportunity to invest in an ownership group that purchased the entire Quail Acres site, assuming the responsibility as property managers. In addition to the restaurant, the site includes The Shoppes at Quail Acres specialty retail complex – including a pre-Civil War-era barn – that has been a favored shopping venue for a few decades. “Maintaining the property is crucial because of its historic aspect,” Matt said, noting that the barn recently received a new coat of red paint, as well as a 100-square-foot stencil reading “Quail Acres” that can be seen by passing motorists. The fine dining and specialty retail shops in a historic site make for a unique combination within Washington County’s many tourism offerings.
VISITWASHINGTONCOUNTYPA.COM 17 other area companies seeking a place for an offsite lunch When they are not planning the next event or menu “You either renew or go somewhere else,” he said. or dinner, Susanne said. update, the Sagers enjoy some downtime at their Sitting on Palazzo’s deck on a pleasant summer morning East Washington home, working in their garden. When In addition to the option of dining al fresco or indoors, there with a view of the Quail Acres property, Susanne sees the they do go out to dinner, a favorite stop is The Back are many other reasons for customers’ return visits to possibilities of constant renewal by staying in a place that Porch in Speers. Palazzo 1837. Susanne noted that the restaurant adds defines Washington County’s heritage so well. new dishes frequently and uses seasonal ingredients, With a site that encompasses both the restaurant and the “We have a lot of respect for this Western Pennsylvania making every effort to source locally. retail property, the Sagers believe they have found a place landmark,” she said. “We plan to be here a long time.” from which they can continue to expand their business “It never lets us stop being creative,” she said. vision. Palazzo 1837 Ristorante is open Tuesday through Besides the food, the Sagers also believe that the ability Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. For reservations, Matt explained that many restaurant operators lease to turn first-time customers into regulars comes from call 724-223-1837. For additional information, access their space, which could limit their commitment to a their staff. palazzo1837.com. particular place. “We promote from within,” Matt said, noting that Margaret Stout was recently promoted to executive chef. He added that Stout and Chef Mary O’Leary are both originally from The Shoppes at Quail Acres The Sagers established the restaurant in Quail Acres in the area. 2009, specializing in Northern and Southern Italian dishes featuring steaks, seafood, pasta and veal entrees. Another attraction that keeps customers coming back is the made-from-scratch cocktails from bartender Will Lenz, a Today, Palazzo 1837 and The Shoppes at Quail Acres seven year employee at Palazzo. receive guests from across the tri-state region and beyond.
“We see Canadians all of the time,” Susanne said, noting A Place to Savor the proximity of Interstates 70 and 79 that provide travelers While the location has an immediate draw from the two from all directions due to the nexus of the two highways in busy highways that border it, Quail Acres is a place that lets Washington County. guests slow down and enjoy quiet, historic surroundings.
Those intersecting highways are just one of several With the adjacent retail property, the restaurant offers location advantages that the Quail Acres site enjoys. With diners the opportunity to stroll among a variety of specialty Jeffrey Hirsh Megan Rumshock McFarland The Meadows • Casino • Racetrack • Hotel and Tanger shops after a satisfying meal. With stores offering tea and Fortuitea Café Fragile Paradise Florist, LLC Outlets as well as several hotels less than a mile away on coffee to specialty gifts, as well as beauty and pet-related Accents at the Quail Fortuitea Café Racetrack Road, the venue receives many of the visitors services, the venue offers something for everyone. 724.222.6077 724.222.2442 from one of the county’s most vibrant commercial corridors. “It is a property where you can relax and get away from the Featuring local artisan designs and world treasures in a Offering more than 100 loose teas and coffees, baked variety of jewelry, handbags, clothing, garden décor and goods, afternoon teas and lunch But the well-preserved 19th century farm site also offers hustle and bustle,” Susanne said. castings from Wendell August diners and shoppers a respite from their more fast-paced The Vapor Cloud activities. “We are always looking for people with interesting business Bella Coloré Salon & Spa 724.263.7600 concepts who would like to be a part of Quail Acres,” 724.222.1300 A purveyor of handcrafted E-juices and electronic cigarettes One of the changes the Sagers made for their diners was A full-service salon for hair, manicures and pedicures Matt said. JL Makeup Studio the addition of a large deck and awning that Dogs Rule And they are always looking for other ways to integrate 412.551.8855 accommodates outdoor dining for up to 70 people at a 724.222.7020 Offering private sessions, classes, workshops, bridal time. It was a move, Matt said, that greatly increased Palazzo 1837 into Washington County’s growing hospitality A dog grooming service also offering gift baskets and demonstrations and wedding day personalizations scene, including launching a catering service. They also gourmet dog treats customer traffic, particularly during warm weather months. Kristin Merck Photography sponsor monthly event dinners at the restaurant. Escape Room South 724.260.6069 That is not to say that Palazzo does not offer more intimate 724.993.8032 The Sagers recently catered the opening of Washington- A Pittsburgh-based portrait photographer specializing in dining inside. The farmhouse is divided into a main dining Discover clues, solve puzzles, manipulate contraptions maternity, newborns and small children area, as well as a number of smaller private rooms on the based Mingo Creek Craft Distillers, makers of Liberty Pole and escape small-batch corn and rye whiskies, and will offer them in the Off-Leash K9 Training, LLC first and second floors, a feature that particularly appeals to Fragile Paradise Florist, LLC 724.761.2001 restaurant this fall. business clientele from Southpointe, as well as those from 412.281.1300 Specializing in private obedience lessons, dog behavior A florist offering traditional and unique floral designs analysis and owner education
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Haunted Walks and Ghost Trails
Peters Township Haunted Trail fundraiser for the West Alexander Volunteer Fire Depart- Peterswood Park, Venetia, PA ment and the West Alexander Agricultural Association. It October 7 – 8, 2016 • 7:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. started in 2013 and now includes an “Escape Room” where With the fall chill in the air; kick off your Halloween season players have 10 minutes to solve puzzles and “escape.” by putting a chill down your spine! This annual haunted trail Fee: $15.00 for Adults, $10.00 for kids 18 and under (Not Fall Into is an event that begins at the Peters Township Community recommended for children under 8). Escape Room: $5.00. Recreation Center and walks through a portion of the Arrowhead Trail Connector. For $5.00 only, the walk along Halloween Night Walk Panhandle/McDonald Trail Station, McDonald, PA the trail is guided by a storyteller and ends near the top of WASHINGTON October 21, 2016 • 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. the park where visitors take a hayride back down to the Bring your young ghosts and goblins decked out in their Recreation Center. On Saturday, October 8, little ghouls Halloween attire for a luminary lit walk along the Panhandle and goblins (ages 8 & under) can take an early walk on the Trail in McDonald Borough. This is a family oriented, “non- COUNTY! trail (with parents) from 6:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. for $5.00 scary” Halloween event. Luminaries, carved pumpkins and before the scarier version opens. The Trick or Treat Trail will campfires illuminate the trail. Trick or treat will be provided be Saturday, October 22 at 1:00 p.m. at the Community along the trail to children ages 11 and under. Pre- Recreation Center. This new program has local businesses By Kristin Emery registration is required and there is no fee. and vendors setting up trick or treat stations along the Arrowhead Trail Connector for children ages 10 and under Haunted History Walking Tour Summer may be over but Fall gives us reason dressed in costume. The event will end with a costume David Bradford House, Washington, PA to celebrate with cooler temperatures, contest and is free. October 21 – 22, 2016 • 6:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. History and the paranormal combine on this tour for a look gorgeous autumn foliage Monongahela Area Historical Society at “history from the other side.” Costumed narrators will lead and plenty of fun all around Ghost Walks Chess Park Gazebo, Monongahela, PA you on a tour of historic sites filled with tales of the macabre Washington County! Whether you October 7 – 8, 14 – 15, 2016 • 7:30 p.m. and mysterious. This is the seventh year for the popular are in the mood for a ghost walk, picking This marks the 19th year for this insanely popular ghost tours and each year the routes and stories change. Fee: $5.00. Call 724-222-3604 your own pumpkins or enjoying some fresh walk along Main Street in Monongahela. A tour guide takes visitors through Victorian Homes, each complete with their to arrange your visit. apple cider while taking in a festival, own chilling ghost story and sighting. Advance reservations Individuals, Washington County is the place to are required (this tour sells out every year) and it is families and be for fall fun this year. Here is a rundown not recommended for kids under 10. Fee: $10.00. large groups are welcome. of where and when to find your Visit monongahelahistoricalsociety.com or call 724-258-6432 for reservations. favorite activities. Witchfest 2016: Music, Magic & Mayhem on the Mon Monongahela Aquatorium, Monongahela, PA October 29 • 7:00 p.m. This free evening activity will showcase food, music, psychics and tarot card readers. Costumes are optional; however prizes for best costume, best hat and best broom will be awarded! Perform a spell or two, grab a brew, and dance the night away! This event is intended for adults. For more information, visit monaquatorium.org. West Alexander Scare at the Fair West Alexander Fairgrounds, West Alexander, PA Fridays and Saturdays starting October 8, 2016 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. This walk-through haunted attraction takes place at the
22 WASHCOCHAMBER.COM West Alexander Fairgrounds (116 SR 40 West) and is a Fall Festivals Fun on the Farm Bedner’s Farm and Greenhouse hay bale climbs, a corn maze, petting zoo and more. 315 Coleman Road, McDonald, PA Saturdays feature a great family friendly meal inside the Fall festival every weekend in October. Celebrate fall with restaurant while Sundays feature autumn 4-H hog roasts. fun for the whole family including hayrides to the pumpkin patch, a corn maze, face painting, games and more. Trax Farms 528 Trax Road, Finleyville, PA Simmons Farm The 47th Annual Fall Festival kicks off on the 150-year-old 170 Simmons Road, McMurray, PA farm each Saturday and Sunday in October. Enjoy a Weekends in October are full of fun fall activities like hayride to the pumpkin patch, a giant 4-acre corn maze hayrides, corn mazes and picking your own pumpkins plus a bounce house, food and a petting zoo for kids. and apples. You will also find food concessions, music and may even book an evening hayride complete with a Triple B Farms 823 Berry Lane, Monongahela, PA marshmallow roast. Fall on the Farm will be in the months of September and SpringHouse Country Market and Restaurant October, so bring out the whole family. Numerous activities 1531 Route 136, Washington, PA such as pick-your-own apples and pumpkins, Storybook Great Pumpkin Weekend Festivals kick off in October with Pumpkinland and the Hale Bale Jump will be the highlight old-fashioned fun including pumpkin patch hayrides, giant of the season.
Southpointe Town Center’s Fall Festival Pennsylvania Bavarian Oktoberfest Hickory Apple Festival Canonsburg, PA Hickory Fire Hall, Main Street, Hickory, PA September 16 – 18, 2016 October 1 – 2, 2016 The 18th annual event in downtown Canonsburg has free Bring your appetite to this fun family event featuring apple admission and draws tens of thousands of fans every year. crisp, candied apples, cider, pie, apple butter and Enjoy German food, beer, live music on two stages, games dumplings starting with a pancake breakfast at 7:00 a.m. and rides for the kids. Craft and food booths are open until 6:00 p.m. along with a petting zoo and rides for kids and, of course, an apple pie eating contest. Southpointe Town Center’s Fall Festival Southpointe, Canonsburg, PA October 6, 2016 • 4:00 p.m.– 7:00 p.m. The 3rd Annual Fall Festival will take place on October 6 from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. This is a free event featuring live music, games throughout the street, prizes and food and drink specials from the restaurants. Houston Pumpkin Festival American Legion Post Picnic Grounds, Houston, PA 46th Annual Washington & Greene Counties October 7 – 9, 2016 Covered Bridge Festival presented by EQT The 33rd Annual Pumpkin Festival runs Friday – Sunday, 10 Historic Covered Bridge Locations October 7 – 9. The three day arts and crafts festival draws September 17 – 18, 2016 more than 175 vendors and thousands of festival goers Take part in a celebration of rich history and beautiful who enjoy the annual parade on Saturday at 10:00 a.m. countryside with an array of home-style foods and fun Find a complete list of entertainment at activities for the entire family. Held at 10 historic covered houstonpumpkinfestival.net. bridges around Washington and Greene Counties. Admission and parking are free. Hours: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 For more great events p.m. (hours may vary per site). For information, go to VisitWashingtonCountyPA.com. visitwashingtoncountypa.com . 24 WASHCOCHAMBER.COM On the Right TR AC K New Developments Drive Racetrack Road
By Brian Conway When longtime restaurant executive Mustafa Dakroub decided to open his first standalone venture, Markook Authentic Mediterranean Eats, he had one thing in mind: The Street at The Meadows already at more than 60 Mike Swisher, Principal at Horizon Properties, says that the percent capacity, before “Location, location, location.” seeds for The Street were sown three to four years ago, peak move-in season has after conversations with owners of The Meadows and a even begun. Young mutual realization that the area, despite attracting millions professionals, empty- of visitors a year, was underserved in both restaurants and nesters and oil and gas smaller studio and one-bedroom apartments. industry workers call it home.
One new resident is Ashley Madia, age 23, who moved into The Residences in May. Madia works in Ashley Madia Morgantown as a nurse and appreciates the apartment's central location and proximity to both Route 19 and I-79. She says she values the brand-new appliances and building amenities – her boyfriend likes being a stone's throw from The Meadows – but mostly she appreciates what she calls the “bang for your buck.”
The Residences boast all-inclusive pricing, meaning that Mustafa Dakroub Primanti Brothers tenants like Madia are able to budget well in advance Markook's, dubbed by many as “Chipotle for Mediter- ision that encompasses that idea. We encounter a lot of “There was really no place to eat in the area on Racetrack without having to worry about saving for unforeseen ranean cuisine,” is located within The Street at The people coming through the area, from Ohio, New Jersey, Road,” says Swisher. “We saw an opportunity to bring utility costs. Meadows, a booming mixed-use development situated and West Virginia, and that allows for exposure of the some new restaurants to the market that did not exist. And right off Racetrack Road and minutes from The Meadows brand when and where we decide to build other locations.” in doing that, we created a gateway to the casino, we In addition to Markook's, The Street is home to the ever- Casino • Racetrack • Hotel and Tanger Outlets. created amenities that the area needed, and we filled a popular Primanti Brothers, Creole-inspired Buford's Kitchen Markook's is just one of dozens of businesses that have void in the housing market for smaller apartments.” and a Great Clips Salon. Swisher says that a Dunkin’ “When we ventured to build our first unit, we wanted to pos- set up shop in and around the Racetrack Road corridor in Donuts will be next on The Street, and they are in ition the brand for future expansion,” says Dakroub. “As we recent months, cognizant of the millions of potential The Residences at The Street welcomed their first tenants discussions with both a Vietnamese restaurant and a fast set sail, choosing The Street was based on a strategic dec- customers who pass through the area on an annual basis. in January of this year, and as of mid-July they were casual pizza chain to open up in this growing corridor. 26 WASHCOCHAMBER.COM VISITWASHINGTONCOUNTYPA.COM 27 Park Place Situated at the corner of Route 19 and Racetrack Road, Fitness, bank, more restaurants and plenty of office space the 44-acre Park Place development is already home to for commercial businesses, like realtors, insurance agents an impressive number of shops and restaurants. and medical professionals. El Paso Mexican Grill and the newly opened Bacon There will be 116 apartment units slated to open to tenants Bourbon & Beer sit adjacent to one another, and beginning this September, while 90 townhouses are on patrons can sip cocktails on either's track for a late 2016 or early 2017 patio and watch as families stop for a opening. Biafora says that the treat at Sweet Frog Frozen Yogurt. The idea, says Biafora, apartments will have a pool on the The same plaza boasts homemade premises as well as a fitness center, and Italian cuisine at Napoli, a Red Wings is to create “smaller that the properties will cost 30-40 Shoes store, Tender Care Learning percent less than market value. He adds Center, Burgerz N' Dogz and Relax and more intimate that many of the two to three bedroom Organic Salon. townhouses will have garages as well as luxury features like granite And that is just the tip of the iceberg; community centers.” countertops and working fireplaces. much more is on the way. The idea, says Biafora, is to create “The market is fantastic,” says Dave “smaller and more intimate community centers” that enable Biafora, of Metro Property Management. “The local residents to have a one-stop shop for most of their development is at a great intersection and a great part of day-to-day needs within walking distance of their front door. Washington County.” Whether it is a quick trip to the store or a romantic dinner Biafora says that the plaza at 2000 Park Place is only for two, both local residents and those visiting from outside Phase One of the three phase development, which will the area will have an abundance of options from which to eventually include apartments and townhouses, a Planet choose along this bustling corridor of Washington County.
28 WASHCOCHAMBER.COM VISITWASHINGTONCOUNTYPA.COM 29 The diversity of events scheduled on the campuses of California University of Pennsylvania California University of Pennsylvania and Washington & Special Events Jefferson College, along with the theme-based concert series presented by Washington Symphony Orchestra (WSO), Noss Lecture Series: Jeanne Marie Laskas, We’ve Got promises plenty of variety for local residents, families, Author of “Concussion” students and visitors. Convocation Center TALENT October 20, 2016 • 7:00 p.m.
By Sylvia Cavallo
Dr. Yugo Ikach, Department of Music, Theatre Co-Chair and As part of Cal U’s Noss Lecture Series, Jeanne Marie The Washington County region has a robust Director of University Choirs at California University; and the Laskas, author of the GQ article "Game Brain," the basis Music Director for the WSO, strives to create crossover and of the major motion picture, “Concussion,” will speak. schedule of entertainment and special events for residents Admission is free. and visitors to enjoy throughout late 2016 and early 2017. blending between California University, the community and the WSO. Over the 10 years during which Dr. Ikach has Holiday Performance Babes in Toyland directed the WSO, he has witnessed a steady growth CalU Theater in attendance. December 8 – 10, 2016 • 7:00 p.m. Steele Hall’s Mainstage “Since the WSO started in 2005 we are averaging four times December 10 – 11, 2016 • 2:00 p.m. what we used to,” said Ikach. “At first our concerts were held Cal U’s Department of Theatre in the George Washington Hotel, which only had 200 seats… and Dance along with community now we average about 800 guests per concert.” members will present the His appointment as Department Chair of California University Christmas musical “Babes in within the past five years has enabled him to incorporate the Toyland” Ticket price is talents of the top quality California University musicians into $12 for adults, seniors the WSO orchestra, many of whom still remain with the WSO and children. after graduation. University Choir “Because we are so imbedded in the University and the and Orchestra WSO, we try hard to foster the marriage of the two,” said Dr. March 24, 2017 • 7:00 p.m. Ikach. “I believe the two feed off each other quite nicely by The University Choir and blending the community and college. We must foster the Orchestra perform composer music however we can.” Dan Forrest’s best-known work, “Requiem for the Commercial Music Technology majors also have an Living.” Admission is free. opportunity to get on-the-job experience with the WSO by running the sound and recordings for each performance. “One is a paid position and we have one apprentice who gets a practicum credit,” said Ikach. “When the paid person graduates the practicum student moves into the position – they then handle live and recorded sound equipment and microphone placement. It is a huge undertaking, a big responsibility and a great opportunity for them to apply their education in a real world setting. ” VISITWASHINGTONCOUNTYPA.COM 31 Washington & Jefferson College Washington & Jefferson College prides itself on bringing a Margaret Noble Opening Reception cultural flare to the area with its collection of events and Artist Talk throughout the school year. Olin Fine Arts Gallery March 10, 2017 • 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. “We are excited to invite the greater Washington community Creating objects, installations and performances that to another year of unique visual and performance art investigate the echoes of time in contemporary identity and programming at Olin Fine Arts Center,” said university environment, Margaret Noble focuses on narratives and spokesperson Erik Reuter. “From edgy, original theater and legacies left behind by families, media and technology. one-of-a-kind art gallery exhibits, to music from national Noble uses found objects, constructs new objects and performers, there is something for everyone in the region. designs sounds to activate spaces, reference history and We hope you will join us for some – or all – of it!” pose questions about perception. The work combines movement, sound and narrative to function collectively as Special Events personal time-based experiences. Admission is free. Turtle Island Quartet, “A Love Supreme” “LA RONDE” by Arthur Schnitzler OIin Fine Arts Center OIin Fine Arts Center November 1, 2016 • 7:30 p.m. April 20 – 22, 2017 • 7:30 p.m., Matinee: April 22 • 2:00 p.m. In exploring John Coltrane’s musical legacy, the two-time Directed by Dan Shaw. By the author of other classic GRAMMY® winning Turtle Island Quartet continues its own romantic romps, Schnitzler's roundelay of love is told in 10 tradition of employing the string quartet form to shed new interwoven scenes: two characters appear in each scene light on the timeless joy and beauty contained in the greatest and one of those moves into the next. Call the Olin Box music of the American jazz masters. The concert program Office at 724-223-OLIN (6546) for ticket information. will present an in-depth look at this landmark recording in the In addition to the events listed above, California University and greater context of the music that preceded and followed, a W & J College have a broad schedule of events to which the general public is welcome and encouraged to attend. For a time many consider to be the last great evolutionary period complete listing of upcoming events please visit their prospective of jazz. General Admission: $12; Seniors (60+), Alumni & websites at calu.edu and washjeff.edu. Non-W&J Students: $10; Children (12 and under): $7
Washington Symphony Orchestra Concert Lineup Made in America from Handel’s Messiah will be back by popular demand, October 15, 2016 • 8:00 p.m. along with other traditional favorites. Santa will have some Attendees may cast their vote for what makes America gifts from Hollywood in his bag, including music from The musically great by attending the WSO’s 15th season Polar Express and The Nightmare Before Christmas. And opener. Aaron Copland’s “John Henry” and “Fanfare of the for those of you who love to sing along, there will be plenty Common Man” will salute the builders of our country while of opportunities for caroling in a fun, festive setting. Tom Roberts’ rendition of Gershwin’s Concerto in F brings a Homegrown quintessentially American sound to the stage. American February 12, 2017 • 3:00 p.m. music legends Henry Mancini and Billy Strayhorn will be featured as part of the Steel City Grooves program series WSO has become what it is today thanks to the deep pool presented by the Sen. John Heinz History Center. of local talent in Washington County and the surrounding area. For “Homegrown,” WSO is marking their 15th Ho, Ho, Ho, with the WSO anniversary by presenting that talent in its many forms - December 3, 2016 • 8:00 p.m. December 4, 2016 • 3:00 p.m. from the Polka band Mon Valley Push, to the thespians Take a break from trimming the tree to bring the whole from Washington Community Theater, to the Young Artist family to the WSO’s annual holiday celebration. Selections Competition winner; bringing you an evening that is guaranteed to leave everyone impressed. 32 WASHCOCHAMBER.COM VISITWASHINGTONCOUNTYPA.COM 33 October 1 – 2 October 8 October 21 CALENDAR Hickory Apple Festival Fall Fun Day Dancing for a Cause Mt. 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Treat Washington, PA First Niagara Pavilion littlelake.org springhousemarket.com October 15 Washington Crown Center pa-trolley.org Burgettstown, PA “Made in America” by the WSO Washington, PA September 30 livenation.com October 6 Trinity High School shopwashingtoncrown.com September 15 – 17 Auxiliary Apple/Fall Festival Southpointe Town Center’s Fall Washington, PA Little Blessings Dressings Kids Resale September 24 Monongahela Valley Hospital's Festival washsym.org October 29 Washington County Fairgrounds Fall Animal Fair Monongahela, PA Main Street, Southpointe Town Center Trick or Treating at the Park Washington, PA Peters Township Public Library monvalleyhospital.com Canonsburg, PA October 15 East Finley Park McMurray, PA littleblessingsdressings.com September 30 sptowncenter.com Winemaking 101 Claysville, PA ptlibrary.org A&M Wine & Beer Supplies facebook.com/eastfinleypark September 16 Kid Mania Kids Resale October 7 – 8 September 24 Washington County Fairgrounds Washington, PA History, Wine & Painting Event Peters Township Haunted Trail amwinesupplies.com October 29 David Bradford House Ye Olde Towne Auction Washington, PA Peterswood Park Monster Mash Bash Washington, PA Chess Park kidmaniasale.com Venetia, PA October 15 Frank Sarris Public Library bradfordhouse.org Monongahela, PA peterstownship.com 3rd Annual Trout Stocking & Veterans Canonsburg, PA monongahelahistoricalsociety.com Fishing Day canonchamber.com October 7 – 8, 14 – 15 September 16 – 18 September 24 october Marianna, PA 18th Annual Ghost Walks October 29 Pennsylvania Bavarian Oktoberfest Art in the Garden: Art Show & Sale 2016 mariannaoutdoors.com Chess Park Halloween Party Downtown Canonsburg, PA The LeMoyne House October 1 Monongahela, PA River House Café canonchamber.com/Oktoberfest Washington, PA October 16 Archaeology Day monongahelahistoricalsociety.com Charleroi, PA wchspa.org Trout Fishing Derby September 17 Meadowcroft Rockshelter & Historic Village October 7 – 9 Marianna, PA riverhousecafe-pa.com King of the Cage Avella, PA September 24 Houston Pumpkin Festival mariannaoutdoors.com The Meadows Casino ∙ Racetrack ∙ Hotel heinzhistorycenter.org October 30 Italian Festival Houston American Legion Post Picnic Grounds Washington, PA Community Pavilion October 20 Washington Antiques Fair October 1 Houston, PA meadowsgaming.com Washington, PA Noss Lecture Series: Jeanne Marie CONSOL Energy Park Fall Fleatique on the Mon houstonpumpkinfestival.net amwinesupplies.com Laskas, Author of “Concussion” Washington, PA New Eagle thru Monongahela, PA September 17 October 7 – 10 California University of Pennsylvania washingtonantiquesfair.com monongahelaareachamber.org Making Wine from Grapes & Juice September 24 Columbus Day Sidewalk Sale Convocation Center History through a Woman’s Eyes October 31 A&M Wine & Beer Supplies October 1 – 2, 8 – 9, 15 – 16, 22 – 23, 29 – 30 Tanger Outlets California, PA Chess Park & Monongahela’s Historic District Trick or Treat TangerStyle Washington, PA Fall Festival Washington, PA calu.edu Monongahela, PA Tanger Outlets amwinesupplies.com Triple B Farms tangeroutlet.com/pittsburgh monongahelahistoricalsociety.com Washington, PA Monongahela, PA October 20 – 23, 27 – 29 September 17 – 18 October 8 "A Midsummer Night's Dream" tangeroutlet.com/pittsburgh September 24 – 25 triplebfarms.com 46th Annual Washington & Greene Rock the Rail: 5K Run, Walk & Roll Little Lake Theatre American Indian Heritage Weekend October 31 Counties' Covered Bridge Festival October 1, 6 – 8, 13 – 15 Montour Trail at Cecil Park Canonsburg, PA Meadowcroft Rockshelter & Historic Village Annual Halloween Trick or Treat presented by EQT "LUV" McDonald, PA littlelake.org Avella, PA McDonald Trail Station 10 Festival Locations Little Lake Theatre aadvantageinc.org VisitWashingtonCountyPA.com heinzhistorycenter.org McDonald, PA Canonsburg, PA mcdonaldtrailstation.com littlelake.org 34 WASHCOCHAMBER.COM VISITWASHINGTONCOUNTYPA.COM 35 November 24 December 3, 10 – 11 november Thanksgiving in Quail Mansion Breakfast with Santa 2016 Palazzo 1837 Ristorante The SpringHouse Washington, PA Washington, PA November 1 palazzo1837.com springhousemarket.com Turtle Island Quartet, “A Love Supreme” November 24 – 27 December 3 – 4, 10 – 11, 17 – 18 Washington & Jefferson College Moonlight Madness & Thanksgiving Santa Trolley Olin Fine Arts Center Weekend Sales Pennsylvania Trolley Museum Washington, PA Tanger Outlets Washington, PA washjeff.edu Washington, PA pa-trolley.org tangeroutlet.com/pittsburgh November 2 December 8 – 11 "Mommy & Me" Morning November 25 – 27 “Babes in Toyland” Tanger Outlets Santa Trolley California University of Pennsylvania Washington, PA PA Trolley Museum Steele Hall tangeroutlet.com/pittsburgh Washington, PA California, PA pa-trolley.org calu.edu November 3 – 5 "A Midsummer Night's Dream" November 25 – 27 December 10 Little Lake Theatre Christmas Open House Tuba Christmas Canonsburg, PA Shops of Scenery Hill Washington Crown Center littlelake.org Scenery Hill, PA Washington, PA 724.945. 5400 shopwashingtoncrown.com November 4 – 6 Annual Christmas in the Village Craft December 10 Festival Light Up Night Burgettstown, PA East Finley Park christmasinthevillagepa.com december 2016 Claysville, PA facebook.com/eastfinleypark November 5 December 1 – 4, 7 – 11, 15 – 18 Learn How to Brew Day "A Christmas Carol" December 17 A&M Wine & Beer Supplies Little Lake Theatre Santa Arrival Parade Washington, PA Canonsburg, PA Washington Crown Center amwinesupplies.com littlelake.org Washington, PA shopwashingtoncrown.com November 5 – 6 December 1 – 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 31 Antiques & Collectibles Sale Victorian Christmas Tours December 31 Washington County Fairgrounds Montgomery Mansion New Year’s Eve Party Washington, PA Claysville, PA The Meadows Casino • Racetrack • Hotel duncanmiller.net montgomerymansion.net Washington, PA meadowsgaming.com November 6, 13, 20, 27 – 29 December 2 Victorian Christmas Tours Christmas Parade Montgomery Mansion City of Washington Claysville, PA Washington, PA montgomerymansion.net 724.229.7207 february 2017 November 8 December 2, 9 & 16 February 3 – 5 Election Day Soup and Bake Sale Trolleys and Toy Trains Washington County Sportsmen Show McDonald Trail Station PA Trolley Museum Washington Crown Center McDonald, PA Washington, PA Washington, PA mcdonaldtrailstation.com pa-trolley.org shopwashingtoncrown.com November 10 – 12, 17 – 19, 25 – 26 December 2 – 3 February 12 "Last Train to Nibroc" Annual Holiday Gift Shoppe “Homegrown” by the WSO Little Lake Theatre David Bradford House Trinity High School Canonsburg, PA Washington, PA Washington, PA littlelake.org bradfordhouse.org washsym.org November 12 December 2 – 3 Star Party All-Clad Factory Outlet Sale Mingo Creek Park Observatory Washington County Fairgrounds Finleyville, PA Washington, PA march 3ap.org all-clad.com 2017 March 10 November 18 December 2 – 4, 9 – 11 Margaret Noble Opening Reception and Santa Claus is Shopping in Town "A Gift to Remember" by the Old Artist Talk Main Street Schoolhouse Players Washington & Jefferson College Monongahela, PA Mt. Pleasant Twp. Community Center Olin Fine Art Gallery monongahelaareachamber.org Hickory, PA Washington, PA osptheater.com washjeff.edu November 21 Annual Light-Up Night December 3 – 4 March 24 Monongahela Valley Hospital “Ho, Ho, Ho” with the WSO University Choir and Orchestra Monongahela, PA Trinity High School California University of Pennsylvania monvalleyhospital.com Washington, PA Steele Hall washsym.org California, PA calu.edu
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By Jennie Dorris
Twice a year, more than 6,000 cooking aficionados issued an entry ticket and given an estimated waiting time. descend upon over 22,000 square-feet of the Washington They can then leave and visit other local businesses or County Fairgrounds. Some drive multiple days and restaurants without losing their spot, or stay in the waiting thousands of miles. One die-hard fan flew in from Korea. area and observe cooking demonstrations, check out a The reason? The All-Clad Factory Outlet Sale. map of the sale to organize their shopping and talk with “The passion for the product All-Clad representatives never stops surprising us,” about finding the right said Bill Groll, vice-president pieces for their kitchen. of product development and In addition to Groll being on technology for All-Clad hand, so is Wendy Dyer, Metalcrafters, and for those director of strategic with their eye on a particular marketing for All-Clad, to item, Groll suggests arriving help customers find the right early on the sale’s first day. pieces. She said often Quick-to-sell items include people talk about their first bake ware, waffle irons and All-Clad purchase. slow-cookers. “I always hear that they love The Factory Outlet Sale All-Clad how the product lasts. They features both new and old Factory Outlet Sale will say ‘It still performs how products, with an emphasis December 2 – 3, 2016 it did 20 or 30 years ago’ or ‘I on offering items that are June 2 – 3, 2017 still love my first pan.’ The Friday 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. often sold-out at retail stores, Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. other thing people love is like Williams-Sonoma and that it is made locally,” Dyer Macy’s, as well as older, Washington County Fairgrounds said. discontinued products. Throughout the sale, Discounts on products participants can expect All- range from 40-75 percent, Clad to offer “flash sales” – Groll said. certain items will go on a This year, All-Clad will be deeper discount until they offering its new d3 Armor are sold out. line, which outside of the For those who anticipate a Factory Sale can only be large shopping list, All-Clad found at Williams-Sonoma. will have a UPS station set “These pans have a different up near the checkout. There construction, but are the same materials as our other are also All-Clad factory workers on hand to help pans. The different way of putting them together increases customers load their cars. the evenness and gentleness of delivery of the heat,” “One of the really great things about the sale is that many Groll said. of the people working are the people who make the The sale itself takes place in a 17,500 square-foot room, product in the factory. It is really gratifying for them to see but due to popularity, there is a second 5,290 square-foot how much people love what they make,” Groll said. room that serves as a waiting room. Customers will be 38 WASHCOCHAMBER.COM VISITWASHINGTONCOUNTYPA.COM 39