Allegheny County Green & Innovation Festival

This Saturday August 14, head out to Hartwood Acres to check out the Allegheny County Green & Innovation Festival.

"Residents will have the opportunity to learn how to live a 'greener' lifestyle and see demonstrations of innovative technology developed right here in southwestern Pennsylvania," County Executive Dan Onorato said in a statement.

According to the official website, "this zero-waste event will include earth-friendly food and product vendors, crafters, green living demonstrations, a book swap, musical entertainment, and children's activities." The event runs from 11am to 6pm on Saturday. Admission is free, but visitors are asked to bring a nonperishable donation for the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank and used books to trade or give away.