Paws And Claus Tops 5 Weekend Things To Do Around Peters

PETERS TOWNSHIP, PA - Does your canine want a new play toy for Christmas? Would you kitty like to find catnip under the tree? This weekend they’ll have the opportunity to let Santa know firsthand what they’d like - or at least get their picture taken with him.

At the annual Paws and Claus pet pictures event in Bakery Square this weekend, dogs and cats are welcome to get their holiday picture with jolly old St. Nick.

In return for a suggested donation of $5 to the Humane Animal Rescue League of Pittsburgh, you’ll receive a commemorative photo of your pet with Santa instantly via email.

Paws and Claus takes place Dec. 10 from 2-6 p.m. Santa will be in the pop-up Christmas space next to Jimmy John’s, and three-hour free parking is available in the Bakery Square garage.

Other weekend highlights:

• “A Musical Christmas Carol,” Dec. 8, 7:30 p.m.; Dec. 9, 4 and 8 p.m.; Dec. 9, noon and 4 p.m., Byham Theater, Downtown.

The holidays would not be the same without Pittsburgh CLO's annual production of "A Musical Christmas Carol." The CLO has taken the spirit of the season, wrapped it in favorite yuletide melodies and tied it with all the holiday magic and wonder of childhood. Starring Broadway's Patrick Page as Scrooge.
A Musical Christmas Carol tickets start at $11.95.

• “A Christmas Story,” Dec. 8, 9 , 8 p.m.; Bricolage Production Company, 937 Liberty Avenue, Downtown

Skip the TV marathon this year and get in on the action with Foley sound effects, cheeky commercial spoofs, and a dizzying array of vocal acrobatics all done live before your eyes. Follow Ralphie on his quest for the perfect Christmas gift and watch as the most iconic moments from the movie are re-created -- including the infamous Pink Nightmare bunny pajamas and The Old Man’s prized leg lamp.
“A Christmas Story” tickets start at $25.

• A John Waters Christmas: Holier and Dirtier, Dec. 8, 7:30 p.m., Carnegie Lecture Hall, Oakland

Legendary writer-director John Waters of “Hairspray.” “Crybaby,” and “Pink Flamingos” fame comes to town to deliver his critically acclaimed one-man Christmas show. If you’re even remotely familiar with Waters’ work, you won’t be surprised to learn that this performance contains adult subject matter and strong language. You’ve been warned.
For John Waters Christmas tickets info, contact the fine folks at the Andy Warhol Museum.

• Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Baltimore Ravens, Dec. 10, 8:30 p.m. Heinz Field

What better way to cap off the weekend then by watching the Steelers take on their most despised rivals save for any team with a smarmy starting quarterback named Brady. The Steelers (10-2) can clinch the NFL North division title with a win. The Ravens (7-5) are very much in the hunt for a wild card spot and always bring a special intensity when playing the Black and Gold.
Steelers-Ravens tickets start at $55 on StubHub.

Photo: Associated Press.