RAPTOR ENCOUNTER
When: August 20 Where: Succop Nature Park, 185 Airport Road, Butler For more info: aswp. org
Discover the incredible world of raptors! Explore the fascinating lives of hawks, owls, falcons and other birds of prey.
RICHLAND TOWNSHIP COMMUNITY DAY
When: August 8 Where: Richland Community Park, 1157 Van Velsor Drive, Bakerstown For more info: richland. pa. us
Community Day is the biggest event of the year in Richland Township and it will conclude with Zambelli fireworks.
SHALER TOWNSHIP COMMUNITY DAY
When: July 4 Where: Kiwanis Park, 1 Meyer Road, Glenshaw For more info: shaler. org
Shaler Township’ s Community Day will include lots of fun family activities and food. Enjoy time with neighbors and friends.
SUMMER INSPIRATION
SHALER GARDEN TOUR
When: July 12 Where: Five local gardens For more info: shalergardenclub. com
Enjoy the colorful blooms, ponds and paths of five lovely local gardens.
SOUTHERN BUTLER COUNTY GARDEN CLUB ANNUAL GARDEN TOUR
When: June 27 Where: Several private gardens in the area For more info: southernbutlercountygardenclub. org
Get inspired by touring several private gardens in and around the Cranberry Township area. Homeowners will be available to answer your questions and share their gardening design insight.
STITCHBURGH
When: August 21 – 23 Where: DoubleTree by Hilton Pittsburgh – Cranberry, 910 Sheraton Drive, Mars For more info: stitchburghpa. com
This festival is all about the fiber arts. Local yarn dyers, fiber artists and curious beginners come together to learn and create.
STITCHING TOGETHER OUR HISTORY
When: September 11 – 13 Where: Ross Township Community Center, 1000 Ross Municipal Drive, Ross Township For more info: npqg. org
More than 100 quilts will be on display! The North Pittsburgh Quilters Guild is celebrating 250 years of the USA with this event. Admission is $ 10.
SUMMER RUNNING( AND WALKING)
CRANBERRY CHASE 5K
When: July 11 Where: Cranberry Community Park, 111 Ernie Mashuda Drive, Cranberry Township For more info: cranberryfoundation. org Experience a unique course in this race— one that combines hills, roads and nature trails, making it interesting and challenging.
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY’ S YOUTH TRIATHLON
When: July 18 Where: North Park Pool, South Ridge Drive, Allison Park For more info: kidstriathlon. org
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Pittsburgh’ s Youth Triathlon is for young athletes ages 7 – 15. Participants must be able to swim, bike and run on their own. They will receive a t-shirt to tie-dye, as well as a medal upon finishing. Trophies will be awarded to the top three boy and girl finishers in each age bracket. Registration is required.
NORTH BOROUGHS 5K AND WALK
When: August 8 Where: Greenstone Methodist Church, 939 California Avenue, Avalon For more info: nhco. org
Support North Hills Community Outreach and the Northgate cross country team at this year’ s North Boroughs 5K!
TWILIGHT 5K & 1-MILE FUN RUN / WALK
When: July 24 Where: St. Conrad Campus and Butler Farm Show Grounds, 125 Buttercup Road, Butler For more info: allsaintsbutler. org / 5k
Proceeds of the event will benefit All Saints Parish and the Sarah Kasunic / Emily Leyland Scholarship at Butler Catholic School. This run / walk is great for both competitive and casual runners as well as walkers.
FESTIVALS AND FUN IN THE BURGH
BLOOMFIELD LITTLE ITALY DAYS
When: August 13 – 16 Where: Liberty Avenue( from Ella to Gross St.), Bloomfield For more info: littleitalydays. com
Bring your appetite to one of the region’ s largest heritage festivals! Expect lots of music and food, games, and activities for the kids among the unique shops and fine restaurants. This four-day event will have three packed stages with more than 30 acts.
NIGHT IN THE TROPICS: SUNSET RIVIERA
When: July 17 Where: National Aviary, 700 Arch Street, Pittsburgh’ s North Side For more info: aviary. org
Feel the Mediterranean breeze at this 21 + summer party! Enjoy live music, tropical drinks and great food from more than a dozen local restaurants in the lush habitats of the aviary after hours.
NORTHSIDE MUSIC FESTIVAL
When: July 10 – 12 Where: Various locations on Pittsburgh’ s North Side For more info: northsidemusicfestival. com
Northside Music Festival offers a curated lineup in a wide variety of genres. It also includes numerous art vendors, food and lots of family activities.
PEDAL PGH
When: August 30 Where: Allegheny Commons Park West, 600 West North Avenue, Pittsburgh’ s North Side For more info: pedalpgh. org
This casual, fun event invites thousands of riders of all ages, abilities and fitness
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