Welcome spring’s arrival by getting out of the house and enjoying art and history exhibits as well as other cultural events.

• Swiss Raclette Night at McGinnis Sisters 6:30-7:30 p.m. March 5: Experience a staple of wintertime in Switzerland at McGinnis Sisters. This class will teach you the history, and the proper traditional cheeses to use and food pairings; $15/person $25/couple. Info: 724-779-1212 or www.mcginnis-sisters.com/events.aspx. RSVP to megan.mcginnis@mcginnis-sisters.com

• Annual Butler County High School Art Exhibit March 6 to 20 at the Art Center, 344 S. Main St., Butler; a favorite show at the AABC, featuring some of the most creative art by many young artists. The exhibit opens from 7 to 9 p.m. March 6. The show continues through March 20 during normal gallery hours: noon to 6 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays; noon to 9 p.m. Fridays and noon to 4 p.m. Saturdays. Info: 724-822-5306 or www.theartcenterbutlerpa.org

• The Shelley Oliver Tap Dancers with the David Leonhardt Jazz Group; 8 p.m. March 7. Internationally acclaimed tap dancer Shelley Oliver leads this high-caliber ensemble of dynamic female dancers noted for their lighting speed footwork and rapid fire taps to the music of jazz master David Leonhardt. The performance includes dance routines from the 1920s and 1930s in addition to original works set to jazz classics, at the Succop Theater. Info: 888-826-2829, ext. 8429; www.bc3.edu/theater.

• Hina Matsuri (Japanese Girls Day Celebration), 11 a.m. to noon. March 7: This is a free program for girls ages 4-10. They will learn about this Japanese festival that focuses on health, happiness and a good marriage for their daughters. Children will play games, hear stories about the festival, learn Japanese phrases and make an origami doll craft. Class is limited to 15, reservations are required and all children must be accompanied by an adult. Maridon Museum’s multi-purpose room, 322 N. McKean St., Butler; Info: 724-282-0123; nlhile@maridon.org or www.maridon.org

• Luck of the Irish Day at McGinnis Sisters, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 7: If you need the Luck of the Irish, join us as we celebrate the fine cuisine of the Emerald Isle. We will sample from all your favorite Irish specialties like Irish stew, Vintage Irish cheeses, traditional Irish breads and more. Info: 724-779-1212. www.mcginnis-sisters.com/events.aspx

• “Eating Green Isn’t Just About Vegetables” Program at Jennings Environmental Education Center, 2951 Prospect Road, Slippery Rock, 2 p.m. March 8: Do you know where your food comes from-how it’s grown, processed and packaged? Staff from Jennings, the Northwest Pennsylvania Growers Cooperative, and others will provide information and resources to help you eat more sustainably, as well as tasty samples of nutritious, naturally and organically produced foods available close to home. Free; info: 724-794-6011, jenningssp@state.pa.us or visitpaparks.com

• Porter House Brew Night at McGinnis Sisters, 6 to 8:30 p.m. March 13: Come taste the Luck of the Irish with McGinnis Sisters. Learn some quick tips for pairing Cheese with Lager. Our friends at Porter House Brew Shop in Portersville will be on hand to help you discover the world of specialty beer. You will also learn how to entertain the Irish way with your fellow leprechauns. $20/person or bring a friend for a combined rate of $35. Info: 724-779-1212 or www.mcginnis-sisters.com/events.aspx; RSVP to megan.mcginnis@mcginnis-sisters.com

• “Anybody Out There?” at Butler Little Theater, 1 Howard St., March 13-15; 17-21: Poor Oliver Pankey is a born loser; his landlady charges him when someone else breaks his window; his fiancée leaves him for a married man; his boss at the bank cuts his pay when he asks for a raise; and a thief takes everything he has - including his only suit. And, as the last straw, when he visits a doctor to check on the results of a blood test the files get switched, and he is told that he’ll be dead within six months. Fed up, and reconciled to his fate, Oliver turns into a raging lion, performing feats of dazzling bravery. The action spins zanily on, deftly finding its way to a happy - and hilarious - conclusion. Info: 724-287-6781 or www.bltgroup.org

• Butler County Symphony Orchestra presents “Treasured Gems,” 7:30 p.m. March 14: This concert features the winner fo the 30th Annual Young Artist Competition, Justin Polyblank, alto saxophonist from IUP, performing “Fantasia for Alto Saxophone and Orchestra.” Also featured is Ming Ke, a pipa player; Tchaikovsky’s “Capriccio Italian,” and Bach’s “Toccata and Fugue.” The orchestra will also perform “Hometown Miniatures,” a piece by our composer of the year Drew Fennell; Butler Intermediate High School, 551 Fairground Hill Road, Butler; $15/advance; $18/at the door; $5/students. Info: bcso1@juno.com; 724-283-1402. www.butlersymphony.org

• Beer Brewing 102: Hands-On Brew, Porter House Brew Shop, 1284 Perry Highway, Portersville, 4 to 6 p.m. March 14: Hands-on brewing experience for the beginner or novice; $20 includes food and drink. Reservations; 724-368-9771 or porterhousebrewshop.com

• Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with McGinnis Sisters, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 14: Sample your favorite Irish specialties like Irish stew, vintage Irish cheeses, traditional Irish breads and more. Info: 724-779-1212; www.mcginnis-sisters.com/events.aspx

• Cathie Ryan Concert at Succop Theater, 8 p.m. March 15: Part of the Music of Ireland special concert series; $50 for all three shows, $35 for two shows. For single show ticket prices, call 888-826-2829 ext. 8429; or visit www.bc3.edu/theater. Ticket prices discounted when purchased in advance.

• Dublin’s Traditional Irish Cabaret, 7:30 p.m. March 21, Miller Auditorium, Slippery Rock University: This joyous celebration stars Ireland’s greatest comedian, Noel V. Ginnity, and features famous vocalists, champion dancers and award-winning musicians. $20/adult; $18/senior; $18/youth; SRU student/$8. Call for tickets:. 724-738-2091. deborah.baker@sru.edu.

• 4-6 p.m. March 28: Wine 102: Hands-On Fruit Wine Making at Porter House Brew Shop:Hands-on fruit wine making for the beginner or novice. Experienced wine maker demonstrates how simple it is to make your own wine! $20 includes food and drink. Porter House Brew Shop, 1284 Perry Hwy., Portersville. Call for reservations! 724-368-9771. porterhousebrewshop.com.

• “Maple Sugaring” Program, 2 p.m. March 29, Jennings:

Celebrate the end of winter with the seasonal tradition of maple sugaring. This presentation will unravel the mystery of how a tree works and demonstrate the art of maple sugaring from past to present. The program will begin indoors and move outside for a guided walk featuring a working evaporator and a taste of spring itself, real maple syrup. Free program. Jennings Environmental Education Center, 2951 Prospect Road, Slippery Rock. Info: 724-794-6011; wilbutaylo@state.pa.us or visitpaparks.com