Hot Fun in the Summertime !
Touch a Truck Date : July 21 Address : Collier Park , 5 Lobaugh Drive , Oakdale Contact : colliertownship . net , facebook . com / collierparksandrec , or 724.693.0780
Celebrate the community of Collier and those who protect it . Children of all ages can explore big trucks , emergency vehicles and more ! Meet the workforce that protects , serves and builds the community . Visit the Facebook page for more details .
Summer Inspiration
The Carnegie Crawl Dates : Second Friday of Each Month ( Check the website for the exact dates .) Time : 5 to 9 p . m . Address : Downtown Carnegie ( Visit the website for start and end points .) Contact : carnegieshappening . org / crawl , facebook . com / CarnegiesHappening , or 412.279.5456
A fun way to get out and support local businesses ! Participating businesses offer specials or entertainment – look for the Crawl sign ( Carl the snail ) in the window . Visit the website or Facebook page for more information .
Collier Concerts in the Park Dates : Sundays , June 17-Aug . 19 Time : 6 p . m . Address : Collier Park , 5 Lobaugh Drive , Oakdale Contact : colliertownship . net , facebook . com / collierparksandrec , or 724.693.0780
Hosted by Collier Parks and Recreation , don ’ t miss a great lineup of outdoor musical performances in beautiful Collier Park ! Admission is free but remember to bring a blanket and chairs . Visit the website to view the schedule and for more details .
Garden Day with the Chickens at Woodville Plantation Date : July 22 Time : 1 p . m . Address : 1375 Washington Pike , Bridgeville Contact : woodvilleplantation . org , or 412.221.0348
See an 18th century garden in full bloom ! Join the WP garden volunteers to learn about the crops along with spending some time with the chickens . The flock of 13 Dominique chickens are a breed that would have been found on the plantation during its regular usage in the 18th and 19th centuries . Visit the website for more details .
Grow the Garden Days at Pittsburgh Botanic Garden Dates : Last Wednesday of Each Month Address : 1082 Pinkerton Run Road , Collier Contact : pittsburghbotanicgarden . org , or 412.444.4464 ( Registration is required .)
Led by PBG ’ s horticulture team , join others with or without gardening experience to work on a variety of projects around the garden . It ’ s a fun opportunity to give back while socializing and learning . Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear and bring a bottle of water . Events take place rain or shine . Visit the website to register .
Listen Locally Downstairs Date : June 20 Time : Doors open at 6 p . m .; performance at 6:30 p . m . Address : Andrew Carnegie Free Library and Music Hall , 300 Beechwood Avenue , Carnegie Contact : carnegiecarnegie . org , or 412.276.3456
Take advantage of this monthly Happy Hour concert series — downstairs — in the cool urban-hipster studio at Andrew Carnegie Free Library and Music Hall . Grab a drink with friends and enjoy new local artists each month . Only $ 10 at the door . Check the website for details on upcoming shows .
Moon Area High School Concert in the Park Date : June 3 Address : Moon Park , 1350 Joe DeNardo Way ( Ewing Road ), Moon Township Contact : moonparks . org , or 412.262.1703
Enjoy a night of free music at the Moon Park Amphitheatre provided by the talented Moon Area High School band , orchestra and choir . Visit the website for more information .
Robin Hill Lunchtime Concerts Dates : Third Wednesday of Each Month ( Visit the website for the dates .) Time : Noon to 1 p . m . Address : 949 Thorn Run Road , Coraopolis Contact : moonparks . org / parks , or 412.262.1703
Bring a lawn chair or blanket and listen to relaxing music . Concerts are free . Hot dogs , drinks and snacks are available for purchase . Visit the website to view the lineup of performers .
Rock the Quarry Dates : TBA – Check the website . Address : Along the Panhandle Trail between the Walkers Mill Entrance at the trailhead and the Sunnyside Entrance , Walkers Mill Road , Collier Township Contact : panhandletrail . org / rockthe-quarry , or facebook . com / Collier- Friends-of-the-Panhandle-Trail
An annual tradition featuring two days of music , food and fun ! Each year , RTQ showcases up-and-coming local musical talent . Day two features activities for the kids
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