Hot Fun in the Summertime!
wholesome family fun, great entertainment, friendly competition and educational experiences for the whole family. The fair is where 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 15 Time: 1:30 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 whiskeymaking process is discussed. Visit the website for more information.
More Family Fun
Cecil Parks and Recreation Movies in the Park Date: June 30( More dates are available.) Time: Dusk Address: Cecil Park, 1684 Millers Run Road, McDonald Contact: ceciltownship-pa. gov, facebook. com / Friends-of-Cecil-Parks, or 724.745.2227, ext. 112
Don’ t forget your folding chairs or a blanket to watch 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.
Family Campout at Mingo Creek Park Date: Aug. 17 Address: 1327 Venetia Road, Washington County Contact: washington. pa. us, or 724.228.6867( Pre-registration required, not more than 30 days in advance.) Fee: $ 8 per campsite
Spend an evening in Mingo Creek Park camping under the star-filled skies. As night falls, participants will be cooking hot dogs, roasting marshmallows, and spending time around the campfire. An evening program will be offered after dark. There will be a simple campfire breakfast Saturday morning. Bring your own tent and camping supplies. For newbies, the park staff will be available to help set up tents. Visit the website for more information.
Rock & Mineral Hounds at Upper St. Clair Public Library Date: July 6 Address: 1820 McLaughlin Run Road, Upper St. Clair Contact: twpusc. org / library / libraryhome, or 412.835.5540( You must register in person starting June 6.) For 1st through 3rd graders only! Rock & Mineral Hounds, presented by Carnegie Museum of Natural History educators, is a Science Stations program about rocks and minerals. Travel through four interactive stations for a scientific experience as you investigate the properties of rocks and minerals. You’ ll go to the activity station, imagination station, data collection station, and analysis station to become a junior geologist! Visit the website for more details.
Sandcastle Address: 1000 Sandcastle Drive, Homestead Contact: sandcastlewaterpark. com, or 412.462.6666
This water park is a must-visit on hot days. Set along the Monongahela River, experience 15 waterslide attractions, the Mon Tsunami Wave Pool, scenic Mushroom Pool, the relaxing lazy river, and two children’ s area— all located on a
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