Summer Music Concert Series
at Hartwood Acres
Dates: June, July and August
Address: Hartwood Acres
Amphitheater, 200 Hartwood Acres
Drive, Hampton/Indiana Townships
Contact: alleghenycounty.us/parks, or
412.767.9200
Take advantage of the free, outdoor
concerts at Hartwood Acres! A mix of
national and Pittsburgh-area bands,
the concert series also includes annual
appearances by the Pittsburgh Symphony
Orchestra, Pittsburgh Opera, Pittsburgh
Ballet Theatre, River City Brass and more.
Visit the website for the full schedule.
Family Fun
Family Night Hike at
Beechwood Farms
Nature Reserve
Date: Aug. 24
Time: 8 to 10 p.m.
Address: Audubon Society of Western
Pennsylvania’s Beechwood Farms
Nature Reserve, 614 Dorseyville
Road, Fox Chapel
Contact: aswp.org, or 412.963.6100
(Pre-registration is required.)
In the twilight of summer, the katydids
are calling and warmer days are winding
down. Enjoy a fun, nighttime hike with the
family on the reserve’s trails. Participants
will get to walk in the darkness while
using their senses to experience nature in
a uniquely different way. Visit the website
for more details.
Franklin Park’s Night Out
Date: Aug. 6
Address: Franklin Park Borough
Municipal Building, 2344 West
Ingomar Road, Franklin Park
Contact: franklinparkborough.us, or
412.364.4115, ext. 347
This is a great time to give thanks to first
responders! Activities include meeting
local responders, touring emergency
vehicles, writing a thank-you note, and
a complimentary hot dog dinner. Visit the
website for more information.
Harry Potter Day at Northland
Public Library
Date: July 31
Time: 1 p.m.
Address: 300 Cumberland Road,
Ross Township
Contact: northlandlibrary.org
Families with children of all ages can go
to the library for all things Harry Potter!
Crafts, games, trivia and fun surprises!
Summer Reading will also be coming to a
close. No registration necessary.
Kids Triathlon
Date: Aug. 3
Address: North Park Pool, South
Ridge Road at Hemlock Drive,
Allison Park
Contact: pittsburghhabitat.org/events/
kids-triathlon
The fundraising event Habitat
Pittsburgh’s Kids Triathlon – North Park
is the second of two races in the triathlon
series, and is open to athletes of all
abilities ages 7 to 15. Athletes 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. To register as an
athlete, volunteer, or to view sponsorship
opportunities, visit the website.
Old-Fashioned Ice Cream
Social hosted by Depreciation
Lands Museum
Date: July 14
Time: 1 to 4 p.m.
Address: 4743 Pioneer Road,
Allison Park
Contact:
depreciationlandsmuseum.org or
412.486.0563
Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of
an old-fashioned ice cream social!
Traditionally, the event was an
opportunity to relax the social code and
visit with friends and neighbors. Ice
cream and lemonade are included with
your paid admission to the museum.
Take a trip back to colonial times! Join
family and friends for a day of treats,
special demonstrations and lots of
hands-on activities. Visit the website for
more details.
Contact [email protected]
today for more information & a brochure
JUNE: 17-21 & 24-28
JULY: 8-12 & 22-26
AUGUST: 5-9
NOW ENROLLING AGES 2-5
Early Care: 7:00 am - 9:00 am
After Care: 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Call or email for a tour at 412-963-8824 or
[email protected]
Enroll online at foxhillpreschool.org
“Nurturing the social, emotional and intellectual development of
each child to inspire a lifelong love of learning.”
· 24 years of service
· Offers excellent programs for children
2-5 years old
· Welcomes all ethnic and religious
backgrounds
· Extended day hours 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
· Curbside drop-off and pick-up
AT FAITH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
261 West Chapel Ridge Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15238
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