{"id":291581,"date":"2026-09-22T14:58:14","date_gmt":"2026-09-22T14:58:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/291581\/"},"modified":"2026-09-22T14:58:14","modified_gmt":"2026-09-22T14:58:14","slug":"street-closures-planned-on-pittsburghs-north-side-for-ccacs-60th-anniversary-celebration","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/291581\/","title":{"rendered":"Street closures planned on Pittsburgh\u2019s North Side for CCAC\u2019s 60th anniversary celebration"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Street closures will take effect on Pittsburgh&#8217;s North Side beginning Friday, as the Community College of Allegheny County hosts a festival to celebrate its 60th anniversary this Saturday.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">The CCAC Homecoming Festival will take place on Saturday from noon to 7 p.m. The free event marks six decades since the college was established, opening the main campus, Ridge Avenue and surrounding areas of Allegheny Commons to students, alumni and the public.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Ridge Avenue and Brighton Road will be closed to vehicle traffic surrounding the college&#8217;s main campus from 5 p.m. Friday until 11 p.m. Saturday.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">The live stage entertainment lineup features local talent and musical acts. Scheduled performers include DJ Selecta, the CCAC Choir, Calvin Stemley &amp; Stemtecs, Steeltown Horns with Big Jus, NASH.V.ILL and the Bill Henry Band, along with a showcase highlighting homegrown performers.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Interactive activities will be hosted across dedicated areas on campus. The CNX Kids Zone will offer train rides, a pirate obstacle course, rock climbing, face painting and crafts. The Advanced Manufacturing Zone, presented by Standard Bots, will feature robotics demonstrations and interactive activities.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">A market area will showcase local artists, small businesses and organizations focused on education, career development, health, public service and community support. Food vendors will offer a variety of menu items, including Ghanaian, Jamaican and Italian cuisine, classic hot dogs and vegan options.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Limited free parking will be available for festival attendees. 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