Days of
Summer!
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.
Whiskey Rebellion Day at
Oliver Miller Homestead
Date: July 16
Time: 1:30 to 4:30 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.
Whiskey Rebellion Festival
Dates: July 11-14
Address: Downtown
Washington locations
Contact: whiskeyrebellionfestival.com
Celebrating the heritage and unique
character of the region by focusing
on the historical significance of the
Whiskey Rebellion, a history that is
exclusive to western Pennsylvania and
primarily Washington County. The
festival honors the significant period of
America’s early days through historic
reenactments, period exhibitions and
demonstrations, family fun, frontier art,
heritage music and food, all the while
shining a national spotlight on the city,
county and region. Community-focused
entertainment combines with nationally
renowned artists to create a festival that
acknowledges the past, celebrates the
present and looks toward the future. Visit
the website for more information.
More Family Fun
Campfire Jam Night: Mingo
Creek Park
Date: June 13
Address: 1327 Venetia Road,
Washington County
Contact: washington.pa.us, or
724.228.6867 (Pre-registration is
required; registration not more than
30 days in advance.)
Join the park staff around the campfire
for an evening of acoustic music in
Mingo Creek Park. Musicians who play
an instrument are encouraged to share
their talent. Don’t play an instrument?
No problem, they welcome listeners.
Bring a lawn chair or a blanket. Light
refreshments will be served. Visit the
website for more information.
Cecil Township Movies
in the Park
Dates: June 15, July 20, Aug. 10
Time: Dusk
Address: Cecil Township Park,
3599 Millers Run Road, Cecil
Contact: facebook.com/CecilParksPA,
or 724.745.2227, ext. 112
Don’t forget your folding chairs or
a blanket to view a movie under the
stars with your family and friends! The
concession stand is 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.
Dormont’s Movies in the Park
Dates: June 14, July 12, Aug. 10
Address: Dormont Pool Parking Lot,
1461 Dormont Avenue, Dormont
Contact: boro.dormont.pa.us, or
412.561.8900
Grab your camping chairs and blankets
and head out to Dormont Park for a free
outdoor movie! Visit the website for more
information.
Friday Night Flicks at Peters
Lake Park Amphitheater
Date: June 14 (More dates are
available.)
Time: Dusk
Address: 560 Center Church Road,
Canonsburg
Contact: facebook.com/
ptparksandrec, peterstownship.com,
or 724.942.5000
Bring along a blanket or chair.
Children’s activities will be provided
before the movie. Movie choice, updates
and changes due to inclement weather
and other details will be posted on the
Peters Township Facebook page.
Peters Township Fishing Derby
at Peters Lake Park
Date: Aug. 17
Time: 10 a.m.
Address: 560 Center Church Road,
Canonsburg
Contact: facebook.com/ptparksandrec
Join Peters Township Parks and
Recreation and McMurray Rotary for
this fun fishing derby! All kids from
kindergarten through fifth grade are
eligible to participate. Awards will be
given for the largest fish, smallest fish,
the first caught and most fish caught!
Don’t miss the chance to win great
prizes. Smaller prizes awarded just for
participating! Visit the Facebook page for
fee information and other details.
Preschool Playdate at Dormont
Borough Gymnasium
Date: July 6 (More dates are
available.)
Time: 9:30 to 11:00 a.m.
Address: 1444 Hillsdale
Avenue, Dormont
Contact: boro.dormont.pa.us/
recreation
A great way to socialize this summer! A
free and fun event for kids 5 years old and
under. All kids must be accompanied by a
parent or guardian. Siblings are welcome.
Sandcastle
Address: 1000 Sandcastle
Drive, Homestead
Contact: sandcastlewaterpark.com,
or 412.462.6666
Sandcastle is set along the
Monongahela River and offers 15
waterslide attractions, the Mon Tsunami
Wave Pool, scenic Mushroom Pool, the
relaxing lazy river, and two children’s
areas—all located on a boardwalk that
is sure to make you feel like you are on
vacation. For both thrill seekers and mild
riders, there are plenty of tube slides
and body slides for your liking! Visit the
website for more details.
South Fayette Township Movies
in the Park
Dates: Check the website.
Address: Fairview Park,
23 Greenwood Drive, Bridgeville
Contact: southfayettepa.com, or
412.221.8700
Watch family movies on a big screen
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