Hot Fun in the Summertime !
live entertainment . Partake in Belgian waffles , strawberry shortcakes , strawberry sundaes , bowls of strawberries , handdipped ice cream , strawberry slushies , milkshakes and more . Visit the website for the schedule of events .
Washington County Fair Dates : Aug . 11-18 Address : Washington County Fairgrounds , 2151 North Main Street , Washington Contact : washingtonfair . org , or 724.225.7718
Celebrating western Pennsylvania ’ s heritage , culture and community by providing wholesome family fun , great entertainment , friendly competition and educational experiences for the whole family . The fair is where agriculture , industry , education and recreation unite in a cooperative effort to dynamically portray the resources and accomplishments of the Washington County area . Visit the website for more information .
West Mifflin Community Day Date : June 30 Address : Allegheny County Airport , 12 Allegheny County Airport , West Mifflin Contact : westmifflinrecreation . com , or 412.466.8170
Enjoy live entertainment and good food , meet community businesses and organizations and take part in many games and activities for the kids . Visit the website for more information .
Whiskey Rebellion Day at Oliver Miller Homestead Date : July 15 Time : 1:30 p . m . Address : 2301 Corrigan Drive , South Park Contact : olivermiller . org , or 412.835.1554
The Whiskey Rebellion of 1794 was the most significant domestic disturbance until the Civil War . The Miller family ’ s involvement in this historic event is reviewed with the aid of three short skits , “ Serving the Writ ,” “ The Women Speak ,” and “ William Miller is Kentucky Bound .” Skits begin at 2:30 p . m . The Millers ’ original whiskey still is on display in the barn where the whiskey making process is discussed . Visit the website for more information .
More Family Fun
Cecil Parks and Recreation Movies in the Park Date : June 30 ( More dates are available .) Time : Dusk Address : Cecil Park , 1684 Millers Run Road , McDonald Contact : ceciltownship-pa . gov , facebook . com / Friends-of-Cecil- Parks , or 724.745.2227 , ext . 112
Don ’ t forget your folding chairs or a blanket to watch a movie under the stars with your family and friends ! The concession stand will be open for all your snacking needs . Free , but donations are accepted to help keep the movies rolling . Check the Facebook page for the movie titles and other details .
Family Campout at Mingo Creek Park Date : Aug . 17 Address : 1327 Venetia Road , Washington County Contact : washington . pa . us , or 724.228.6867 ( Pre-registration is required , not more than 30 days in advance .) Fee : $ 8 per campsite
Spend an evening in Mingo Creek Park camping under the star-filled skies . As night falls , cook hot dogs , roast marshmallows , and spend time around the campfire . An evening program will be offered after dark . Enjoy a simple campfire breakfast Saturday morning . Bring your own tent and camping supplies . For newbies , the park staff will be available to help set up tents . Visit the website for more information .
Magical Musical Magic Show with Steve Haberman at Scott Township Library Date : June 20 Address : 301 Lindsay Road , Scott Township Contact : scottlibrary . org , or 412.429.5380 ( Registration is required .)
All ages welcome ! Join Steve Haberman ( and his singing chicken ) as he takes you on a magical musical journey . His show explores music and the amazing world of reading while incorporating magic and lots of laughter . You don ’ t want to miss this awesome , fun , and hilarious show ! Visit the website for more information .
North Strabane Parks and Recreation Movies in the Park Date : June 23 ( More dates are available .) Address : North Strabane Municipal Park , 1929 Route 519 , Canonsburg Contact : northstrabanetwp . com , or 724.338.4111
Pack up your kids and a blanket or chairs and enjoy a family-friendly movie . Refreshments will be available to purchase . Visit the website for more information .
Rock & Mineral Hounds at Upper St . Clair Public Library Date : July 6 Address : 1820 McLaughlin Run Road , Upper St . Clair Contact : twpusc . org / library / libraryhome , or 412.835.5540 ( Register in person starting June 6 .)
For first through third graders only ! Presented by Carnegie Museum of Natural History educators , this is a Science Stations program about rocks and minerals . Travel through four interactive stations for a scientific experience as you investigate the properties of rocks and minerals . You ’ ll get to go to the activity station , imagination station , data collection station , and analysis station to become a junior geologist ! Visit the website for more details .
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