This program provides taxpayers with the tools they need to understand new tax preparation strategies and how to best apply them to their own personal situation.

Successful completion may not only lead to discovering new ways to save on your own taxes, but it may lead to employment opportunities as well.

There is a fee for textbooks and materials and two sessions are held each week. For more information, call (412)563-9000.

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Master teacher Aboubacar Oscar Camara leads this regular program people for all ages and all levels to come together, make friends and have some fun while learning authentic African dance drumming.

The majority of African music relies heavily on the playing of drums, typically played in an intense rhythmic style that is fast-paced and upbeat.

Admission is a suggested donation of $10. Participants are encouraged to bring a djembe or doundoun or borrow one of the loaners. Two levels will be taught. For more information, contact camara.oscar@yahoo.com

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Master teacher Aboubacar Oscar Camara leads this regular program for people with dance experience who wish to learn African dances to the beat of live drumming.

Traditional dances in Africa are very community-oriented that teach social patterns and values while celebrating festivals and funerals, competing, reciting history, proverbs and poetry.

Admission is a suggested donation of $10. Participants are encouraged to wear loose-fitted clothing or a lapa and bare feet. For more information, contact camara.oscar@yahoo.com

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Enjoy an evening of short films chosen to connect the local gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (GLBT) community with other Pittsburghers.

The selected films advocacy and activism including "Milind Soman Made Me Gay," a meditation on sexuality, race, popular culture and masculinity; and the documentary "Dreams Deferred" about gender-identity, homophobia, racism and murder.

Admission is $5. Sponsored by PERSAD, New Voices Pittsburgh, The Delta Foundation and Steel-City Stonewall Democrats. For more information, call (412) 363-3000.

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In this program, kids ages 6 to 8 will explore the physical characteristics of clay and clay construction by making pinch pots, beads and medallions, decorative plates and bowls and ceramic figures.

They will learn how to integrate clay and fibers, practice the African tradition of Mangbetu Pressed Coils, and use additive and subtractive techniques to alter the surface of clay.

For more information, call (412) 363-4550 ext 22.

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Celebrate the legendary Billy Strayhorn's birthday with a night of his music featuring The Pittsburgh Gospel Choir, Vanessa German, Phil Solomon and the Sean Jones Quintet.

William "Billy" Strayhorn (1915-1967) was a composer, pianist and arranger raised in Pittsburgh who specialized in classical, swing and jazz music. An openly gay black man, he supported many civil rights causes.

For more information, call (412) 363-3000.

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This monthly program features local disc jockeys spinning 60's and 70's soul, deep & classic funk, and old school rhythm & blues.

In addition to resident disc jockeys J.Malls and Gordy G., "Title Town" welcomes special guest DJ Kevin Coombes, founder of D.C. Soul Recordings and host of the Moneytown soul and funk night.

This is an age 18+ event (must be 21 to drink). Tickets are $5 at the door. For more information, call (412) 363-8277.

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This upbeat, global dance party features traditional and underground hot blends of world dance and lounge rhythms.

The constant fusion of beats creates a wide spectrum of music introducing the audience to one unique night of entertainment and international ambiance.

Admission is a $5 cover at the door. For more information, call (412) 363-8277.

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Master teacher Aboubacar Oscar Camara leads this regular program people for all ages and all levels to come together, make friends and have some fun while learning authentic African dance drumming.

The majority of African music relies heavily on the playing of drums, typically played in an intense rhythmic style that is fast-paced and upbeat.

Admission is a suggested donation of $10. Participants are encouraged to bring a djembe or doundoun or borrow one of the loaners. Two levels will be taught. For more information, contact camara.oscar@yahoo.com

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Master teacher Aboubacar Oscar Camara leads this regular program for people with dance experience who wish to learn African dances to the beat of live drumming.

Traditional dances in Africa are very community-oriented that teach social patterns and values while celebrating festivals and funerals, competing, reciting history, proverbs and poetry.

Admission is a suggested donation of $10. Participants are encouraged to wear loose-fitted clothing or a lapa and bare feet. For more information, contact camara.oscar@yahoo.com

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