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GIBSONIA — A change of shows is in order for the Kean Theatre, 5847 Meridian Road.

"Blithe Spirit," because it's being staged on Broadway in February, must be changed to "Chapter Two," a comedy by Neil Simon. The play will be performed at 8 p.m. Feb. 6, 7, 13 and 14 and at 2 p.m. Feb. 8. Tickets are $22 for general admission or $29 for director's circle seating. Matinee seating is available for $20 or $26.

For more information, call 724-444-5326.

PITTSBURGH — The off-Broadway show "Menopause The Musical" will play Jan. 15 to 25 at the Byham Theater, 101 Sixth St.Inspired by a hot flash and a bottle of wine, the musical was written by Jeanie Linders.Show times are at 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, at 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturdays, and at 1 and 6:30 p.m. Sundays.Single tickets range from $42 to $47 are available by calling 412-456-6666 and online at the Web site, www.pgharts.org.

COOKSBURG — Snowman in the Forest Day will be conducted Feb. 21 along the Clarion River within Cook Forest State Park.Various activities will be held at the ice skating pond, along River Road approximately 1-mile up-river from the park office:• Antlered reindeer pulled wagon rides, 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.• Snowshoe interpretive hike within the old growth forest along Cook Trail, 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. and 1 to 2: 15 p.m.Participants can enjoy ice skating, sled riding and a snowman building contest, depending on the snowfall.Guests can also sample the chili during the "Free Chili Cook-Off" after the judges have tried some first. Hot chocolate, coffee, a fire and a warming hut will be available.Call 814-744-8475 for more information.

PITTSBURGH — A compact 4-inch by 6-inch book of art in public places around Pittsburgh is being offered free by the office of Public Art.The 133-page guide features 87 works of public art, architecture and landscape architecture organized into four walking tours of downtown neighborhoods.The guide includes maps and color photographs that focus on art in downtown's public areas including parks, plazas, lobbies building facades and streets.Copies of this updated edition are available at the Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council, 707 Penn Ave., second floor during normal business hours.Tours can also be downloaded online at the Web site, www.publicartpittsburgh.org.

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