There’s so much going on in the early part of the spring that it can be dizzying to try and scope out a calendar for the best things to do. If you’re paralyzed by options, look no further: Here are three short and sweet activities for the whole family to get up to this weekend.
Mad Science Friday Night Flash Camp
May 2, 5:30 p.m.
Mad Science of Pittsburgh | 1248 Evergreen Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15209
On the first Friday of every month, kids can dive headfirst into the Mad Science facilities, complete with an interactive center with LEGO bricks, snap circuits, magna-tiles and more. Each month has a different lab, so if you’ve gone before, go again!
$19 per child | pittsburgh.madscience.org
Anastasia at Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center
May 2-4, 7:30 p.m.
Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center | 1 Lincoln Park, Midland, PA 15059
The story of a brave young woman in Soviet Russia searching for answers about her past comes to the stage in Pittsburgh thanks to the Tony-Award winning team of Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty. Kids may recognize the story (and some songs!) from the 1997 Don Bluth animated film. Don’t miss out on this fantastic production!
$18-$25 | lincolnparkarts.org
Family Nature Hike
May 3, 2-3 p.m.
Powdermill Nature Reserve | 1795 PA-381, Rector, PA 15677
This is a family-friendly stroll open to all ages from the Carnegie Museum of Natural History. Make sure to sign up quickly, as slots always fill up. If there are available spots, non-registered families will be welcomed to join on a first-come, first-served basis. Come with old friends or make new ones this weekend under the beautiful spring sun!
Free | carnegiemnh.org