(basic and advanced models) and offer visitors stunning close-ups of
celestial objects. Many visitors also bring their own telescopes to take
advantage of viewing conditions at the site. Others use the occasion
simply to view the stars and planets with their own eyes. There are
more 2016 Star Party dates available. Visit the website for more
information.
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Green Tree Borough 4th of July Festivities
Date: July 4
Time: Pool is open from noon to 5 p.m., flag raising at Noon,
DJ from noon to 3 p.m.
Address: Wilson Park, 80 Rhodes Avenue, Green Tree
Contact: greentreeboro.com, or 412.921.1110
Celebrate Independence Day with us! The festivities begin with the
flag raising by American Legion Post 823. Enjoy swimming or an allAmerican cookout buffet, including drinks, for just $4 for kids and $7
for adults! A DJ, raffles, tattoos, face painting, inflatable bouncy house
and slide, and fireworks will keep the whole family entertained! Visit
the website for more information.
Kennywood Park’s “Celebrate America”
Dates: June 30 – July 4
Address: 4800 Kennywood Boulevard, West Mifflin
Contact: kennywood.com, or 412.461.0500
Why limit the Independence Day celebrations to just the Fourth of
July?! Celebrate America brings the patriotic party for a long weekend
of fun. Catch nightly fireworks over the lagoon, Kennywood’s celebrated
Weiner 100 dachshund races, and the Silver Star Meats Hot Dog-Eating
Contest! Visit the website for more information.
2016 Kids Triathlon
Date: Saturday, July 23 (Tentative; check the website)
Time: Athlete arrival: 7 a.m.
Address: South Park Wave Pool, 1 Wave Pool Complex,
Bethel Park
Contact: pittsburghhabitat.org/events/kids-triathlon
The Kids Triathlon started out as a fundraiser for Habitat for
Humanity of Greater Pittsburgh but has become so much more
than that over the past 13 years. While it remains Habitat’s major
fundraising effort to raise money to build houses for people in need of
affordable, decent housing, it also gives kids a fun and energy-burning
activity in the summertime! Athletes of all abilities are encouraged to
participate. To register as an athlete or volunteer, or to view sponsorship
opportunities, visit the website.
Mingo Observatory Star Parties
Dates (summer): July 8 & 9 and August 12 & 13
Address: 1 Shelter 10 Road, Finleyville
Contact: wp.3ap.org, or 724.348.6150
A Star Party is an invitation to anyone wishing to enjoy and
learn more about the splendors of the sky. Amateur Astronomers
Association of Pittsburgh members set up a wide variety of telescopes
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Date: August 11
Time: 8:15 p.m.
Address: South Park Amphitheater,
Brownsville and McCorkle roads, South Park
Contact: alleghenycounty.us/parks
Pack up the kids, a blanket, some folding chairs and snacks for a
free movie under the stars at South Park Amphitheater! Courtesy of
Allegheny County Parks. Visit the website for more information.
Mr. McFeely’s Parade of Trolleys
Date: June 25
Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Address: Pennsylvania Trolley Museum,
1 Museum Road, Washington
Contact: pa-trolley.org, or 724.228.9256
Join us at the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum to welcome special
guest Mr. McFeely from Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood for the annual
Parade of Trolleys! Also includes children’s activities and tours. Visit
the website for the schedule and other information.
North Strabane Movie Nights
Dates: July 17 and August 21
Time: Dusk
Address: North Strabane Municipal Park, 1929 Rt. 519,
Canonsburg
Contact: northstrabanetwp.com, or 724.745.8880
Free entertainment for the family close to home! Watch a movie
at the beautiful North Strabane Municipal Park! Visit the website for
more information on what family-friendly movies are showing.
Oliver Miller Homestead –
Arts Come to the Homestead
Date: June 19
Address: 2301 Corrigan Drive, South Park
Contact: olivermiller.org, or 412.835.1554
The homestead will host an art show featuring the arts of its time
period. A concert of late 18th century music will also be held. Visit
the website for more information.
Oliver Miller Homestead – Whiskey Rebellion Day
Date: July 17
Address: 2301 Corrigan Drive, South Park
Contact: olivermiller.org, or 412.835.1554
The historic event is reviewed and Miller family involvement
is discussed. Three short skits, “Serving the Writ,” “The Women
Speak” and “William Miller is Kentucky Bound,” will be performed
beginning at 2:30 p.m. Visit the website for more information.
Outdoor Classroom – The Lost Ladybug Project
Date: June 25
Time: 10 a.m. to noon