Journey of Hope Art Exhibit at
Sweetwater Center for the Arts
Dates: June 20–July 20
Address: 200 Broad Street, Sewickley
Contact: sweetwaterartcenter.org
Throughout 2019, Sweetwater has been
honored to work with the children of
Holy Family Institute’s Journey of Hope
program. This program offers shelter,
food, clothing, counseling, recreation,
and education to children, many of whom
are in search of a brighter future. During
the children’s time at Sweetwater, they
experimented with a variety of media and
styles, and were exposed to art making
as a means of expression. The Journey of
Hope exhibition will showcase a selection
of the artwork created. Visit the website
for the hours and other details.
2019 North Hills Golf
Outing Benefiting Autism
Connection of PA
Date: July 27
Address: Strawberry Ridge Golf
Course, 135 McNulty Lane, Harmony
Contact: facebook.com/
events/2373301016036954
Join in at the beautiful Strawberry
Ridge Golf Course for the 2019 North
Hills Golf Outing! Proceeds from the
event will benefit Autism Connection of
PA, located in Etna. Everyone, regardless
of golf skill, is welcome and encouraged
to participate in this fun day. If you
are North Hills alumni, please join in.
Everyone from all years is invited, so let’s
see which class comes out on top! Visit
the Facebook page for more information.
2nd Annual Pennies Pedal
Date: June 9
Address: Great Allegheny Passage
starting at Hyatt House, Pittsburgh’s
South Side
Contact:
penniesfromheavenpittsburgh.org/
events, or Mike Rhoten,
Race Organizer, at michael.
[email protected]
Pennies Pedal is a casual, fun ride that
allows both recreational and avid cyclists
to come together to support Pennies from
Heaven while enjoying the world-famous
Great Allegheny Passage (a Rails-to-
Trails bike trail), hosted by Mike and
Katie Rhoten of McCandless Township.
The finish line festival will include great
food, entertainment, and fantastic raffle
items! Proceeds benefit the Pennies from
Heaven Fund, founded by Joni and Jon
Perry of Marshall Township, which helps
to ease financial hardships for parents
so that they can stay with their children
in the hospital. Visit the website for race
registration and other details.
9th Annual Quaker Valley
Recreation Association Family 5K
Date: June 15
Time: 8:15 to 9:30 a.m.
Address: War Memorial
Park, 811 Blackburn Road,
Sewickley Borough
Contact: qvra.org
The 9th Annual Family 5K is a great
way to introduce the whole family to the
sport of running and 5K participation!
Racers of all levels are welcome and
accommodated. Proceeds benefit the
Quaker Valley Recreation Association
and further development of area fields.
Visit the website for more information on
registration and other details.
Run for the Rec 7th Annual 5K
Date: June 2
Time: 9 a.m.
Address: McKnight Village Field,
Henderson Road, Ross Township
Contact: mcknightwomensclub.com
All ages are welcome to join this great
race for kids and families! You can run
or walk among quiet residential streets.
A new division has been added for
Rucking—competing with a weighted
backpack—and one for adults pushing
jogging strollers. Fifty-two medals in all
will be given out. Participants registered
by May 12 are guaranteed a shirt. Live
music, ice cream, face painting and a
photo booth will be available. Join in a
fun-filled morning at “the best race in
Ross Township”! Visit the website for
more information on registration and
other details.
Southern Butler County Garden
Club 11th Annual Garden Tour
Date: July 13
Address: Tour starts at Cranberry
Municipal Building, 2525 Rochester
Road, Cranberry Township
Contact:
southernbutlercountygardenclub.org
Get inspired by touring several private
gardens in and around the Cranberry
Township area and the newest project,
the Community Garden at Graham
Park. Homeowners will be available
to answer questions and share their
gardening design insight. This self-guided
tour allows you to pace yourself and
take in the beauty of each garden. This
event is the club’s only fundraiser and
support is appreciated! Funds raised go
back into the community with various
charitable donations and civic projects.
Visit the website for more information on
purchasing tickets and other details.
Zelienople Historical Society –
‘Paint Your Pet’ Fundraiser
Dates: June 9, July 19 and Aug. 11
(More dates are available.)
Address: Buhl Hose, 221 South Main
Street, Zelienople
Contact: facebook.com/ZelieHistory,
or zeliehistory.org
Support the Zelienople Historical
Society by attending this event where you
get to paint a picture of your pet! Visit the
website for more information.
More Pittsburgh
Festivals
Bloomfield Little Italy Days
Dates: Aug. 15-18
Address: Liberty Avenue in
Bloomfield (Ella Street to
Gross Street)
Contact: littleitalydays.com
Bring your appetite to one of the
region’s largest heritage festivals! Four
days of three packed stages with over 30
acts! Little Italy Days started in 2002 to
celebrate Bloomfield’s Italian heritage,
and create a destination spot for Italian-
themed entertainment and food. Visit the
website for more information.
Picklesburgh
Date: TBA (Check the website for
the date.)
Address: Roberto Clemente Bridge,
Downtown Pittsburgh
Contact: picklesburgh.com
The Picklesburgh Festival is a culinary
celebration that goes beyond the dill
pickle to include international dishes,
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