Soiree in the Strip

The Midwife Center's fourth annual Soiree in the Strip is Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Heinz History Center! A celebration of Southwestern Pennsylvania's only licensed, freestanding birth center, Soiree in the Strip brings together local leaders, clients, and community to raise critical funds for The Midwife Center's programs and services. Guests will enjoy a light dinner buffet, desserts, drinks, a silent auction & raffle, trivia, and exclusive, after-hours access to museum exhibits. Soiree in the Strip is chaired and emceed by journalist Natalie Bencivenga. The Midwife Center promotes wellness by providing exceptional, client-centered primary gynecological, pregnancy and birthing care in southwestern Pennsylvania’s only independent birth center. 5:30-7 PM - VIP Reception - Doors open at 5:30 PM for VIP guests to enjoy extra time exploring Heinz History Center. Join us for elevated hors d'oeuvres & exclusive exhibit tours throughout the reception. 7-8:30 PM - Main Event - Enjoy a light dinner buffet, desserts, trivia, and a silent auction and raffle. The brief program, auction, and raffle drawing will conclude by 8:30 PM. 8:30-9:30 PM - After Party - Keep the fun going and get extended after-hours exhibit access. Don’t miss out on this special celebration to raise critical funds for The Midwife Center's compassionate, evidence-based primary gynecological, prenatal, birthing, and postpartum care.