DEC. 5—The McKeesport Regional History and Heritage Center will host its annual Holiday Open House from 12-5 p.m. at 1832 Arboretum Dr., McKeesport. There will be holiday themed trees, treats, unique gifts and more. There will be activities for children of all ages. The event will run through Dec. 9. For more information, call 412-678-1832.
Ambassador of Hope Gala
DEC. 6—Leon E. Haynes III and the Board of Directors will host the 9th annual Ambassador of Hope Gala at 6 p.m. at the Rivers Casino, One Oxford Centre, 301 Grant St., Downtown. The keynote speaker will be Pastor Chad Johnson, chaplain of the Pittsburgh Steelers. Reservations are required. For more information, call Jeannette Dawson at 412-342-1336.
Urban League Leadership Awards
DEC. 6—The Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh will host the Ronald H. Brown Leadership Awards Gala at 7 p.m. at the West Club Lounge, Heinz Field, 100 Art Rooney Ave., North Shore. Honorees for the evening include Chris Moore for Civic Leadership; Dr. Jerlean Daniel and Dr. Jack Daniel for Community Leadership; and Tim Nettles of Enterprise Holdings for Corporate Leadership. There will be a silent auction and reception at 5:30 p.m. and a dessert reception and dancing at 8:45 p.m. Black Tie Attire is preferred. Reservations are requested. For more information, call 412-227-4802.
Queens Luncheon
DEC. 7—The Harriet Tubman Guild Inc. will host its 2013 annual Queens Luncheon at 11 a.m. at the Doubletree Hotel, 101 Mall Blvd., Monroeville. The event will include a talent show, a fashion show, a surprise gift and entertainment from the Flo Wilson and the Old School Band. There will also be vendors with great gift ideas for Christmas. This is a fundraiser for the Harriet Tubman Terrace. For more information, call 412-728-1311 or 412-363-8422.
Shopping Extravaganza
DEC. 7—The Ultimate Beauty Spa will host The Ultimate Shopping Extravaganza from 12-5 p.m. at 2015 Murray Ave., Squirrel Hill. There will be shopping, healthy cooking demonstrations, musical entertainment, a Kwanzaa presentation and more. This is free and open to the public. For more information, call 412-421-7100 or visit www.theultimatebeautyspa.com.
NAACP Meeting
DEC. 10—The Pittsburgh Unit of the NAACP will host its Executive and General Meetings at 7 p.m. at Freedom Unlimited, 2201 Wylie Ave., Hill District. All members are encouraged to attend. For more information, call 412-471-1024.
Bistro Opening
ONGOING—Marva Jo’s Bistro will host its Opening at 320 5th Ave., McKeesport. The Bistro will open Fridays from 8-11 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 p.m.-12 a.m., and include unlimited desserts, coffee, tea, bottled water and more. This is a BYOB establishment and breathalyzers will be on hand. Entertainment will include Tony Campbell and his band, Aubrey Bruce, Marva Josie and more. For more information, call 412-583-6741 or visit www.marvajosbistro.com.
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