Seniors Enjoy Sun And Song At South Park Festival

Seniors citizens from across Allegheny County enjoyed one of the nicest days of the year at South Park on Wednesday as they took part in the third annual Senior Celebration in the Park.

The day included dancing, information booths, caricature painting, games and prizes and featured an "American Idol" styled Celebration Idol contest.

The winner, Russell Bowe, of Homewood, won a recording contract at Ya Momz House recording studio for his rendition of "My Girl" by The Temptations.

People came from the county's Department of Human Services Area Agency on Aging senior centers.

Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield; the Dignity and Respect Campaign; Fifth Third Bank, various county departments and other organizations were involved.