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McKeesport International Village Dates: August 21-23 Address: Stephen Barry Field, Eden Park Boulevard and University Drive, Renziehausen Park, McKeesport Contact: mckeesportinternationalvillage.com It’s one of the Pittsburgh area’s oldest and largest ethnic festivals, back for its 58th annual celebration! Founded in 1960, International Village is a three- day celebration of shared traditions and heritage, including food, music, dancing, traditional clothing and crafts. Visit the website for a schedule of events. McKeesport Rib Fest Date: Labor Day Weekend Address: Eden Park Boulevard, McKeesport Contact: mckeesportbands.com/ mckeesport-rib-fest Bring the entire family out to beautiful Renziehausen Park for the McKeesport Rib Festival! Known for attracting many of the region’s top barbecue vendors, it’s easy to see why this festival has become one of the most anticipated events of the year. And with free admission, free parking, live entertainment at the McKeesport Lions band shell, an authentic car cruise, and a spectacular fireworks display to close out the celebration, the McKeesport Rib Festival is something you won’t want to miss. Visit the website for more details. fair. It’s family friendly, so feel free to forgo the call to the babysitter. In fact, there’s a good chunk of activities geared directly toward those kiddos. But there’s a bunch of stuff for everyone else, such as food, live music, boat-themed activities and more. Visit the website for more information. Penn Hills Summerfest Date: August 4 Address: Turner Friendship Park, 1340 Hunter Road, Penn Hills Contact: Facebook.com/ PHSummerFest, or 412.795.3500 Don’t miss this Penn Hills Parks and Recreation Department event that includes games, food, live music and family fun! Visit the Facebook page for more information. Oakmont Yacht Club Regatta Dates: July 27-29 Address: 11 Washington Avenue, Oakmont Contact: oakmontyachtclub.com, or 412.828.9847 The Oakmont Yacht Club Regatta is the perfect example of a good old-fashioned Dates: July 5-8 Times: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday Address: Twin Lakes Park, Donohoe Road, Greensburg Contact: artsandheritage.com, facebook.com/artsandheritage, or 724.834.7474 Bring your family, bring your friends and spend the day dancing to live music, eating tons of great ethnic foods, and shopping your time away at the fabulous Artist Market. Whatever it is you want to do, or whomever you want to bring, this festival welcomes one and all to take part in the four-day celebration at Twin Lakes Park. It’s fun for everyone! Visit the website for more information. Westmoreland County Air Show Dates: July 28 & 29 Address: Arnold Palmer Regional Airport, Latrobe Contact: palmerairport.com Headlined by the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds! Arnold Palmer Airport will be the only place in the Pittsburgh region in 2018 to see a premier military jet performance. Visit the website for more information. Westmoreland Fair Norwin Community Picnic at Idlewild Park Date: August 1 Address: Idlewild Park, 2574 U.S. 30, Ligonier Contact: norwinchamber.com Held on the first Wednesday of August every year, this picnic—organized and sponsored by the Norwin Chamber of Commerce—recognizes the Norwin area and allows families and friends to come together to celebrate their community. Business owners donate money and prizes to give away during the big finale of the day. Visit the website for more information. Westmoreland Arts and Heritage Festival Shadyside…The Arts Festival on Walnut Street Date: August 25 Address: 739 Bellefonte Street, Shadyside Contact: artfestival.com/festivals/ shadyside-the-art-festival-walnut- street-pittsburgh, or facebook.com/ ThinkShadyside This festival of fine art started out as a neighborhood street fair and has gained a reputation as one of the top shows in Pennsylvania. Featuring artwork from painters, potters, jewelers, photographers and much more. Visit the website for more information. Dates: August 17-26 Address: Westmoreland Fairgrounds, 123 Blue Ribbon Lane, Greensburg Contact: westmorelandfair.com, or 724.423.5005 Annual event with agricultural and livestock exhibits and contests, arts and crafts, rides, food vendors, motocross, Powder Puff and Demolition Derby, music, entertainment and more. Check the website for more details and a schedule of events. White Oak Community Day Date: August 4 Address: Heritage Hill Park, 1603 Delaware Avenue, White Oak Contact: facebook.com/White-Oak- Recreation-Board, or woboro.com Enjoy swimming, food, fun, vendors, music and games, and more! The evening will conclude with fireworks at dark. Pool admissions are free for residents and pass holders. All others must pay daily Continued on next page > NORWIN ❘ SUMMER 2018 15