TThe community calendar is filling up fast. Whether you’ re planning ahead or just looking for something to do on a sunny afternoon or warm evening, consider this your guide to making the most of the season. From food trucks and festivals to concerts and movies under the stars, these events highlight the best of what summer has to offer close to home.
FAIRS, FESTIVALS AND FUNDRAISERS
BUTTERFLY FESTIVAL
When: August 23 Where: East Main Street, Carnegie For more info: carnegieborough. com
Carnegie’ s Shade Tree Commission and local volunteers will once again host the Monarch Butterfly Festival. Lots of seeds and some of the monarch’ s favorite plants will be available. Children can create butterfly art and there will also be face painting, vendors, and education about the preservation of monarch butterflies.
CORY CLASSIC GOLF OUTING
When: June 12 Where: Moon Golf Club, 505 McCormick Road, Moon Township For more info: corycdc. org
This outing will be a day of great golf and community spirit while supporting the programs and operations of the Coraopolis Development Corporation.
FINDLAY TOWNSHIP’ S FAIR IN THE WOODLANDS
When: August 14 & 15 Where: Clinton Community Park, 85 Clinton Park Drive, Clinton For more info: findlay. pa. us
This fair is organized by the Findlay Township Fair Board and staffed by many volunteers, employees and vendors. It features the Findlay 5K Race and 1-Mile Fun Walk, food, games, exhibits, entertainment, live music, craft demonstrations, a parade and lots of children’ s activities.
FOOD & BREW AND CAR CRUISE
When: August 8 Where: Donaldson Park, 580 Donaldson Road, Oakdale For more info: north-fayette. com
This event benefits the North Fayette Parks & Recreation Committee for future events. Dash plaques will be given to the first 100 registered cars. Local breweries, wineries, cideries, and distilleries as well as food trucks will participate. There will also be live entertainment and much more.
MOON WIZARDING FESTIVAL
When: September 12 Where: Moon Park, 1350 Joe DeNardo Way, Moon Township For more info: moonparks. org
Moon Park will be transformed into a magical world of witches, wizards, fantasy folk and muggles! Organized by Moon Parks and Recreation, the day will feature artisans, crafters, music, games, crafts, food, drinks and a costume contest. This is a free event open to all ages.
MOST SACRED HEART OF JESUS PARISH FESTIVAL
When: July 16 – 18 Where: St. Joseph Church, 1304 Fourth Avenue, Coraopolis For more info: mshj. org
This parish festival has something for everyone. There will be plenty of carnival games, entertainment, basket raffles, bingo, train rides, a petting zoo, Big Buck Bonanza Raffle and daily food specials.
PALS GOLF OUTING
When: May 2 Where: Quicksilver Golf Club, 2000 Quicksilver Road, Midway For more info: north-fayette. com
This event benefits PALS, a community-based volunteer organization dedicated to developing and facilitating recreational opportunities for youth with special needs. The golf outing registration fee includes light breakfast, lunch, award ceremony, longest drive, closest to the pin, raffles and a gift auction.
LIVE PERFORMANCES
CARNEGIE CARNEGIE BACKBEAT SERIES – YACHT ROCKET
When: July 17 Where: Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie For more info: carnegiecarnegie. org
Yacht Rocket is a vibrant and exciting 10-piece band celebrating the’ 70s and’ 80s genre of“ yacht rock.”
CARNEGIE CARNEGIE STUDIO JAZZ SERIES – JAMES JOHNSON III
When: June 4 Where: 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie For more info: carnegiecarnegie. org
Drummer, composer, and bandleader James Johnson III presents an evening of dynamic, forward-thinking jazz.
CARNEGIE CARNEGIE STUDIO JAZZ SERIES – JESSICA LEE QUARTET
When: August 13 Where: 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie For more info: carnegiecarnegie. org This show will feature Jessica Lee joined by Rick Gallagher on keys, Mark Strickland on guitar, and Erik Lawrence on saxophone.
COLLIER TOWNSHIP’ S CONCERTS IN THE PARK
When: Starting May 31( Check the website for the schedule.) Where: Collier Township Community Park, 5 Lobaugh Street, Oakdale For more info: colliertownship. net
Collier Township Parks and Recreation presents Concerts in the Park on Sunday evenings. A variety of musical talent will be featured, a different artist each week. Take a blanket or chair and enjoy local food trucks or Grist House beer for purchase.
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