5 things to do in Westmoreland County: Aug. 26-28
Aug. 26—Tonight's a wonderful thing
It will be a countdown to ecstasy for Steely Dan fans when Reelin' in the Years performs at 7 p.m. Friday in Greensburg's St. Clair Park for the penultimate date of the SummerSounds concert series.
The tribute band delves into the vast catalogue of the 1970s rock/jazz fusion band, including the 1972 hit that provides their name. The group is fronted by noted session drummer Rick Marotta and includes musicians who have played and toured with rock legends including Paul McCartney, Bruce Springsteen and Steely Dan founder Donald Fagen.
Donations are taken to support the free music series, which wraps for the season on Sept. 2 with the indie folk-pop duo The Sea The Sea. Popular local band The Bricks will open for Reelin' in the Years at 6:15 p.m.
For information, visit summersounds.com.
Rockin' the classics
Irwin's Lamp Theatre will be classic-rockin' this weekend with two tribute acts:
—Mr. Speed, 8 p.m. Friday — Expect to rock 'n' roll all night as the Cleveland-based outfit dons the face paint, spandex and moto boots for an immersive Kiss experience. Tickets are $30.
—Hard Day's Night, 8 p.m. Saturday — Hailing from Southern California, the band plays note-for-note renditions of The Beatles' hits, in a show complete with costumes, vintage instruments and Liverpudlian accents. Tickets are $28.
For tickets and information, call 724-367-4000 or visit lamptheatre.org.
Rapid response
First Responders Day is planned for 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday at Z&M Harley-Davidson, 6130 Route 30 Hempfield.
Representatives from local fire, police and EMS services will be on site, with displays of vehicles and specialized lifesaving equipment. Z&M will offer 15% off on licensed products to those with first responder identification.
For information, visit zmharleydavidson.com.
Music doubleheader
The Creedence Clearwater Revival tribute band Pendulum will play at 8 p.m. Saturday in the outdoor amphitheater at Hempfield Park, 220 Forbes Trail Road. Country singer Gashouse Annie opens the show at 6 p.m.
Admission is free; donations are accepted. Food will be available for purchase.
Attendees should bring their own seating. Pets on a leash are welcome.
Final dates for the twice-monthly summer concert series will be Sept. 3 and 17. For information, visit hempfieldtwp.com.
Wheel on in
The annual car show hosted by Delmont and Murrysville Lions clubs will be 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Delmont Fire Department, 2360 Route 66. The event includes class trophies and dash plaques to first 100 entries, along with basket raffle, 50/50 drawing, entertainment by DJ Larry and food and drinks served indoors.
Vehicle entry is $10, spectator entry is free.
Proceeds benefit the Westmoreland County Food Bank, Lions International Disaster Relief and Pennsylvania Lions Beacon Lodge Camp for the vision impaired and other special needs children, adults and veterans.
For information, visit carcruisefinder.com.
Shirley McMarlin is a Tribune-Review staff writer. You can contact Shirley by email at smcmarlin@triblive.com or via Twitter .
