The Hydref, Depreciation Museum’ s Fall Festival and Market Faire
Date: Oct. 1 Time: 10 a. m. to 4 p. m., rain or shine. Address: 4743 South Pioneer Road, Allison Park Contact: depreciationlandsmuseum. org, 412.486.0563
Hydref, which means“ autumn” in Welsh, was started to commemorate the Welsh heritage of some of our early settlers. Traditionally, the entire town and countryside joined in the annual Market Faire. You will meet skilled 18th century craftspeople, reenactors and“ sutlers”( purveyors of 18th century goods). Enjoy entertainment, demonstrations, live music, great food and activities for children— you will find it all at the Hydref! Check the website for more details.
32nd Annual Mars Applefest
Date: Oct. 1 Time: 10 a. m. to 4 p. m. Address: Corner of Grand Avenue and Pittsburgh Street, Mars Contact: marsapplefest. org
Take a bite out of fall in downtown Mars! Sponsored by the Rich-Mar Rotary, Applefest features food, entertainment, exhibitors, crafts, games and shopping. Visit the website for more information.
Mars Home for Youth Harvest Open House and Fair
Date: Sept. 24 Address: 521 Route 228, Mars Contact: mhyfamilyservices. org, or 724.625.3141
Get to know your neighbors around the community this fall! The Mars
Home for Youth Open House will consist of historic campus tours, giveaways, raffles, family activities such as face painting, hayrides, and other entertainment, along with snacks and beverages! Visit the website for more information.
McCandless Township Community Day
Date: Sept. 10 Time: 12:15 p. m. Address: McCandless Town Hall, 9955 Grubbs Road, Wexford( Some activities at other locations – check the website for more information.) Contact: townofmccandless. org, or 412.364.0616
The fun festivities kick-off with a parade followed by an opening ceremony! Don’ t miss The Frank J. Farina Memorial Car Cruise at North Allegheny Intermediate High School and performances by Center Stage, Michele’ s Dance Studio or a puppet show from Pittsburgh Puppet Works. The celebration also features music by the Red Hot Ramblers, El Dorado, Kardaz Brothers, Chuck Blasko, The Vogues and The Allegheny Brass Band. Also included are food and community vendors, rides, games and children’ s activities, topped off by fireworks at 9 p. m. Visit the website for more details.
Continued on next page >
Sewickley | Fall 2016 | icmags. com 33