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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