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Biking the Little Beaver Greenway Trail BkLBGTrl
G. Warren Smith
The path of the former Erie Lackawanna Railroad line, this rail-trail parallels the Middle Fork of Little Beaver Creek, between historic Lisbon and Leetonia, Ohio. It features glacial outwashes, upland fields, mature ravine woodlots and wetland wildlife habitats. Remnants of its industrial past dot the trail with the remains of lime kilns, pig iron furnaces, coal mines and coke ovens. It features a covered bridge and connection to the Sandy Beaver Canal Towpath. The trail is blacktop, about 12 miles long and 10 feet wide, and most of the trail is level to a gentle grade. For a more complete description of the trail, see: http://www.bicycletrail.com/gwt-home.htm. Bring your own bicycle, food and water. Recommended: a spare tube and air pump. Required: a helmet.
Fri., Oct. 16 9:00 am-4:00 pm
Tuition/Fees: ILR members - $0
non-members - $10
Carnegie: A Day At The Museum Carnegie
Patricia Griest
We might not be up for a \"Night At The Museum\"; so we'll settle for a day. Our trip will feature a docent-led tour of the Carnegie Museum of Art. Following lunch (on your own) at an area restaurant or the museum restaurant, you will have time to explore other areas of the Carnegie which may be of interest to you. Class fee includes admission and transportation.
Wed., Sept. 30 8:00 am-4:00 pm
FILLED Tuition/Fees: ILR members - $42
Cemetery Tour: Allegheny & Homewood Cemeteries
Thomas Hannon
The cemetery as a cultural landscape has experienced several evolutions since the frontier era in U.S. history. It began as an isolated burial place for transient and semi-transient pioneering folk, and moved through the period of the family and church-related cemetery to the public or community type. Each evolution reflects demographic, design, and perceptual changes in the society in which it is found. Distinct design differences exist between the two cemeteries, and both contain the final resting places of Pittsburgh's elite. Bring $10 for admission and a bag lunch and drink. Fee covers transportation by motor coach.
Friday, Oct. 16 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tuition/Fees: ILR members - $30
non-members - $38
Drake Well Museum & Angelli Winery DrakeWell
Frank Hoffman, Ruth Hoffman
In celebration of the discovery of oil in Western Pennsylvania 150 years ago, we will take a guided tour of the Drake Well Museum in Titusville, PA. Lunch will be on your own at a local restaurant, followed by a wine tasting at the Angeli Winery. Class fee covers admission to the museum and transportation.
Fri., Oct. 23 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Tuition/Fees: ILR members - $35
non-members - $43
Eugene Onegin - The Opera (Benedum Center) Eonegin
G. Warren Smith
Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky is not only his country's most \"Russian\" composer, he is also the best loved, both in his homeland and abroad. Pushkin's \"novel in verse\" inspired Tchaikovsky's grand treatment of a love story that could never be. Such tragedy is rarely so elegant: lush melodies, beautiful dancing, rich orchestrations, and a magnificent set make this the Pittsburgh Opera season opener not to miss. Join us for the pre-opera lecture at 1:00 before the matinee performance at 2:00. Carpool: class fee covers your opera ticket. You may bring a bag lunch to eat before the lecture. SEE ALSO: ILR Eugene Onegin Orientation.
Sun., Oct. 4 11:30 am-6:00 pm
Tuition/Fees: ILR members - $38
non-members - $45
Falstaff - The Opera (Benedum Center) Falstf
G. Warren Smith
Shakespeare's tales are the inspiration for this story of the amorous pursuits of the bumbling old knight, Sir John Falstaff. The score is inventive, ingenious and rich. It is something more like a musical fantasy based upon an Elizabethan farce. He's thwarted not once, but twice when he takes on the Merry Wives of Windsor, in what is widely considered to be Verdi's comic masterpiece. Join us for the pre-opera lecture at 1:00 pm before the matinee performance at 2:00 pm. Carpool: class fee covers your opera ticket. You may bring a bag lunch to eat before the lecture. SEE ALSO: ILR Falstaff Orientation.
Sun., Nov. 1 11:30 am-6:00 pm
Tuition/Fees: ILR members - $38
non-members - $45
Grove City: College Chapel & Vintage Aluminum Crafts GrveCty
Frank Hoffman, Ruth Leo
This day will begin with a morning tour of the beautiful chapel at Grove City College led by Ann Dayton. The group will then proceed to the Grove City Historical Society for a catered lunch. Following lunch Mary (Skip) Sample will provide a history of the hammered aluminum industry which was abundant in Grove City. Following this there will be time to examine the two rooms of local aluminum ware. Of the numerous aluminum craftsmen in Grove City, only one remains - Wendell August Forge. Class fee covers lunch.
Fri., Nov. 6 10:00 am-3:00 pm
FILLED Tuition/Fees: ILR members - $10
non-members - $14
Holiday Luncheon (Penne with Chicken) HolidyLPC
Gail Blakeley
What better way to start off the holiday season than with your ILR friends? Don your party clothes and bring your spouse or friend to enjoy a lovely luncheon at the Oakview Golf Club near Slippery Rock, PA. See the registration form for entrée choices and prices. Reservations must be received by Monday, November 16, 2009. We will meet at the Oakview Golf Club.
Wed., Dec. 2; 1:00 pm-3:30pm
Tuition/Fees: ILR members - $21
non-members - $21
Holiday Luncheon (Salmon) HolidyLSa
Gail Blakeley
Wed., Dec. 2; 1:00 pm-3:30pm
Tuition/Fees: ILR members - $21
non-members - $21
Holiday Luncheon (Steak) HolidyLSt
Gail Blakeley
Wed., Dec. 2; 1:00 pm-3:30pm
Tuition/Fees: ILR members - $22
non-members - $22
Holiday Luncheon (Vegetarian Penne) HolidyLV
Gail Blakeley
Wed., Dec. 2; 1:00 pm-3:30pm
Tuition/Fees: ILR members - $17
non-members - $17
Jennings: Fall Forest Walk JenFallWalk
Wilbur Taylor
As the summer heat gives way to cool fall breezes, the forest's colorful drama unfolds. The brilliant leaves are part of a well-coordinated process that prepares trees for winter survival. It is a time of incredible change. Join the staff at Jennings for a leisurely one and one half hour guided trail walk that will reveal the multitude of changes occurring with the fall forest. Discover how and why leaves change color and learn how to identify trees once they drop their leaves for the winter.
Tues., Oct. 20; 1:00 pm-2:30 pm
FILLED Open to ILR members only (free)
McConnell's Mills McConMls
Thomas Black, Natalie Simon EES
Explore the geology and industrial history of Slippery Rock Gorge. Meet park staff at the Kildoo Picnic Area of McConnell's Mill State Park. We will hike the Alpha Pass trail, approximately 1 1/2 miles over moderately rough terrain and also travel to Hell's Hollow for an easy half mile hike through this unique area. Also included is a tour of the historic gristmill and covered bridge. Bring water and a bag lunch. Wear sturdy shoes and prepare for any weather.
Tues., Oct. 6; 9:30 am-2:30 pm
Open to ILR members only (free)
Monastery Tour II MonastryII
Gail Blakeley
This is a repeat of the spring trip. At the Monastery of the Transfiguration we will learn about the Orthodox Church, the Monastery facilities and the daily life of the monastics. We begin with lunch on your own at the nearby restaurant Cucina Pazzo in Ellwood City, and then tour the Monastery. A donation to the Monastery for the tour will be appreciated.
Fri., Oct. 2; 11:00 am-3:30 pm
FILLED Open to ILR members only (free)
Moraine State Park - Geocaching and GPS Moraine
Thomas Black, Kelly Klasnick EES
Geocaching - outdoor, high-tech treasure hunting - is becoming more and more popular. People are beginning to discover this new and interesting pastime. Meet the park naturalist at the Pleasant Valley picnic area on the South Shore of Moraine to learn about and take part in some geocaching. Moraine State Park has several GPS units that will be available for participants to use during the program. Bring a bag lunch.
Wed., Oct 7; 9:30 am-2:30 pm
Open to ILR members only (free)
Pymatuning: The History of Pymatuning State Park PymHistry
Linda Armstrong
Explore the history of Pennsylvania's largest state park and largest reservoir through a slide program and a driving/walking tour of the park. You will discover the effects of the last glacier, the early inhabitants and the mysteries of the lost boat of Pymatuning and the role the park played during World War II. After our slide program we will drive to various areas of the lake to relive the history and events that shaped the park. The leaves should be turning to their beautiful fall colors. We will have lunch at a local restaurant. (Participants pay for their own lunch).
Wed., Oct. 14; 8:00 am-2:00 pm
Open to ILR members only (free)
Sleeping Beauty: The Ballet SleepBallet
Lois Larsen
Sleeping Beauty, one of the greatest classical ballets, has enchanted audiences for more than 100 years with its brilliant choreography and unforgettable score by Tchaikovsky. Enjoy the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre's matinee performance with orchestra seats. This beloved fairy tale of good versus evil, with love conquering all, will be enjoyed by young and old alike. Carpool or meet at The Benedum Center at 1:30 pm. Please advise the trip leader of your preference. SEE ALSO: In Step With Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre.
Sat., Oct. 17; 12:15 pm-6:00 pm
Tuition/Fees: ILR members - $35
non-members - $44
Veneer Plant & Dept. of Health - NW Facilities Tour VenerPlnt/Helth
Gail Blakeley
At the International Veneer Company, a state-of-the-art hardwood veneer plant, we will see the processes used to manufacture veneer: from logs to the finished product. After enjoying lunch at a near-by restaurant (pay for your own meal), we'll enjoy a tour of the Northwest Facility of the PA Department of Health and learn various ways the department strives to improve the quality of our every day lives.
Thurs., Oct. 1; 9:30 am-2:30 pm
Open to ILR members only (free)
Zoo: The Zoo Then & Now Zoo
Thomas Black
This program begins with a short Power Point presentation that focuses on the Pittsburgh Zoo's century of growth. The presentation includes photos of the Zoo as it stood in 1898. We will also discuss the challenges and rewards of caring for some of the Zoo's wildest residents, including elephants, tigers and our newest residents, the sand tiger sharks. You will learn why animals are endangered and what zoos are doing to help in the conservation of these magnificent animals. The program will also feature a special guided tour of some of the behind the scenes area of the Zoo.
We will lunch at the Zoo (you pay for your own meal). Electric scooters are available at a cost and by prior reservation.
Fri., Oct. 9; 8:30 am-4:00 pm
FILLED Tuition/Fees: ILR members - $45
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