Here are the events that willhelp you have a fantastic Thanksgiving week in Pittsburgh: November 25-28.

Monday, November 25: Marie Benedict at the Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall7 p.m.Its Andrew Carnegies 134th birthday and youre invited to celebrate with bestselling author Marie Benedict. In her work of historical fiction, Carnegies Maid, Benedict tells the story of an immigrant who inspired the industrialist to become one of the worlds first philanthropists. The event will include a dessert reception and book signing.

Monday, November 25: Reza Aslan at Carnegie Music Hall7:30 p.m.Next up for Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Ten Evenings series is a special lecturepresented in conjunction with The Warhol Museums newest exhibition, Andy Warhol: Revelation. The internationally renowned writer Reza Aslan explores the history of religion to comprehend the divine and develop a universal spirituality.

One Night in Miami. Photo by Kristi Jan Hoover.

Tuesday, November 26: ASL Interpretation Night for One Night in Miami at City Theater Company7 p.m.Looking for ASL interpretation for one of contemporary theaters hottest new plays? Experience a life-altering night in 1964 via Kemp Powers momentous play, which re-imagines the true story of Cassius Clays friendships with civil rights activist Malcolm X, legendary singer Sam Cooke and football star Jim Brown.

Tuesday, November 26: Empower Me Summit at the Rivers Club5:30-8:30 p.m.Join African-American leaders from a wide range of fields for an evening of collaboration, education and inspiration. Designed to help promote personal development and advancement and empowerment within the black community, the summit will include keynote talks, panel discussions, networking, special giveaways and more.

Tuesday, November 26: Les Miserables at the Benedum Center7:30 p.m.Les Mis mania will sweep the Burgh when this brand-new 25th-anniversary production lands Downtown. Created by the acclaimed Cameron Mackintosh, the epic musical features dazzling scenery inspired by writer Victor Hugos paintings.

Red Panda. Photo courtesy of the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium

Wednesday, November 27: Free For All at Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium9 a.m.-5 p.m.Theres never been a better time to visit the remarkable residents at the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium. The Highland Park destination is offering free admissionthrough December 1 plusthe animals are more active and a lot of fun to observe during cooler temperatures.

Wednesday, November 27: Robert Ramirez at Liberty Magic7:30 p.m.Find out why Robert Ramirez really is The Musical Theater Magician in this tour-de-force production created exclusively for Liberty Magic. Ramirez who starred in Lin-Manuel Mirandas nationally touring musical, In the Heights will dazzle you with this unforgettable mashup of magic and theater. Tip: watch out for the disappearing piano.

Robert Ramirez. Photo by Greg Gregory Neiser.

Wednesday, November 27: Dance Nation at barebones productions8 p.m.What happens when an army of pre-teen competitive dancers plots to take over the world? Find out if this competitive crew has what it takes to reach the top at Tampa Bays Grand Prix and what they learn along the way when barebones presents Clare Barrons bold play starring David Conrad, Hope Anthony and Mei Lu Barnum. While in Braddock, pair the play with dinner at Superior Motors or drinks at Brew Gentlemen.

Thursday, November 28: YMCA Turkey Trot at PNC Park7 a.m. 12 p.m.Before filling up on turkey or tofurkey, get moving and do some good during this beloved Thanksgiving Day tradition. Thousands of Pittsburghers will don goofy costumes and run together while donating 10,000 pounds of food. Your trotting will provide food security to children, families and seniors served by the YMCA and Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank. One of the countrys largest Thanksgiving Day races, the event includes four route options.

Looking for moreevents and live music? Read ourtop weekly and weekend events, Top 11 things to do in Pittsburgh this November, 33 great Pittsburgh concerts in October and NovemberandNovembers top 12 kid-friendly events in Pittsburgh.

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