Thursday, November 29, 2012
Trax Farms, that is!
Want to take the kids to see Santa, but can't make the holiday events in town this weekend? Is the mall just not your style? How about seeing Santa at nearby Trax Farms? Because the jolly old elf will be there on Saturdays and Sundays in December, from Saturday to Dec. 16. Trax Farms will be hosting a breakfast or lunch with Santa and his elves. Breakfast start at 9:30 a.m. and lunch at 12:30 p.m. Reservations, which cost $8, can be made at the customer service desk or over the phone at 412-835-3246. Seating is limited and going fast, so organizers ask those interested to make their reservations in advance to guarantee a seat. Each child will get to visit Santa, make a Christmas craft, receive a special treat and eat either breakfast or …
Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Vendors are invited to join Trax Farms for Saturday's events, which will also be held on Aug. 25.
Trax Farms announced it will hold Outdoor Summer Flea Markets again this year—on Saturday, Aug. 11 and Aug. 25. They will be held in the grassy area at the end of the main parking lot—where patrons are asked to park in their own 10-foot by 20-foot space and sell right from their vehicle! “We open early to beat the heat,” organizers said in a release. The cost is $10 a day (collected at 9 a.m.) for vendors, and there is no prebooking. All spaces are available on a first-come-first-served basis. Those interested are reminded to bring their own tables and chairs, change and change box, and clean up the area before they leave. “It’s that simple! Come and shop early! You will find vendors selling antiques, gifts, collectibles, clothing, …
Friday, July 20, 2012
Among events this weekend is the Quench 5K Run/Walk at Silent Brook Barn to support the Haiti Water Project of Bower Hill Community Church.
Habitat for Humanity’s Kids’ Triathlon Where/When: South Park, 7 a.m. on Saturday Why Go: Athletes ages 7 to 12 are invited to run, swim and bike for a great cause in an exciting day promoting an active, healthy lifestyle for youth. Proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity of Greater Pittsburgh, whose mission is the elimination of substandard housing in Allegheny County and to make decent shelter a matter of conscience and action. For more on Habitat for Humanity of Washington County, click here. Pricing: $30 per athlete. Traffic Safety for Teens Where?/When?: Community Recreation Center, 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday Why Go?: Ages 16 and up will learn the rules about road, traffic and vehicle operations/features, drinking and driving, and…
Friday, July 6, 2012
This weekend, U Rock is hosting its instrument rental program, Trax Farms is having a flower show and a recently relocated church is hosting a pasta fundraiser—among other events.
1. School Band Instrument Demo Days Where/When: U ROCK Music Center, 12 to 8 p.m. on Friday through Sunday Why Go: U Rock Music Center has all your band and orchestra instruments in-stock and ready to rent. All summer long you can try out any instrument for rental and have it ready for the first day of school. Free delivery to the school is available along with online rentals for your convenience. They also have a selection of accessories, including reeds, strings, sticks and care kits. 2. South Park Amphitheater Concert Where?/When?: South Park Amphitheater, 7:30 p.m. on Friday Why Go?: The Summer Concert Series continues in South Park with a performance by the Pittsburgh Symphony. Pricing: Free 3. Daylily Show Where?/When?: Trax Farms …
Friday, June 22, 2012
Other events include an NHL '11 Tournament at Peters Township Public Library and a blood drive at St. Benedict the Abbot.
1. Congenital Heart Walk Where?/When?: South Park, 8:30 a.m. on Saturday Why Go?: Pittsburgh's first Congenital Heart Walk will be held at South Park. All are welcome to attend. Registration will be held at the PA Parcell and Ethelbert shelters at 8:30 a.m. The race begins at 10 a.m. Tell your friends and family to get involved and help support the Adult Congenital Heart Association and the Children's Heart Foundation to continue to fight congenital heart disease. Contact Heather Reed at ACDH@chp.edu for more information, and please visit the Congenital Heart Walk - Pittsburgh website for more details and registration information at: www.congenitalheartwalk.org. Pricing: Donations will be accepted. 2. Trax Farms Wine Festival Where?/When…
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Trax Farms will have its first wine festival in 147 years on Saturday.
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Tuesday, June 12, 2012
On Saturday, from noon to 6 p.m., historic, 147-year-old Trax Farms will have its first wine festival. Traditionally, Trax Farms has offered exceptional wine tastings and lectures but the festival will be bigger than anything the farm has ever done before with great food, live music and a showcase of the very best from local, award-wining western PA wineries. Participating wineries include: Ripepi Winery & Vineyard, http://www.ripepiwinery.com/, from Monongahela, PA. Ripepi Winery & Vineyard was founded by Richard Ripepi in 1987. Greendance the Winery at Sandhill, http://www.greendancewinery.com/, from just outside of Mt. Pleasant, will sample the very best of their 40 delicious wines. Greenhouse Winery, http://greenhousewinery.com/, with …
Friday, June 1, 2012
Events are being held at Peters Creek Presbyterian Church, U Rock Music Center, South Park Amphitheater, Peters Township High School and Trax Farms.
1. Peters Creek Strawberry Festival Where/When: Peters Creek Presbyterian Church, 6 to 8:30 p.m. on Friday Why Go?: Peters Creek invites the community to its annual Strawberry Festival this Friday. The festival includes a basket raffle, musical entertainment and games for the kids. The menu includes fried chicken, roast beef, macaroni salad, baked beans and strawberry shortcake. Pricing: Adults—$10; Seniors—$8; Children—$5; Dessert Only—$4. Contact the church office at 724-941-6210 to reserve your ticket. 2. Local Music Showcase Where?/When?: U ROCK Music Center, 7 to 10 p.m. on Friday Why Go?: The Local Music Showcase will be held at U Rock Music Center's new location at Donaldson's Crossroads next to Citizens Bank. The event will …
Friday, May 25, 2012
Here are five events happening in and around Peters Township this holiday weekend.
1. Memorial Day Sale Where/When: Trax Farms Market, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday Why Go?: Trax Farms is holding a huge Memorial Day sale this weekend! Come browse and shop for great deals. 2. Early Intervention Families' Night at CONSOL Energy Park Where?/When?: CONSOL Energy Park, 6:30 p.m. on Friday Why Go?: The Washington Wild Things present Early Intervention Families' Night. Experience the Field of Dreams. Take the field with Wild Things players and stand next to them for the playing of the National Anthem. Field of Dreams participants need to be lined up at the party deck at 6:30 p.m. Pricing: $5 for general admission; $9 for reserve level 3. Star Party Where/When: Mingo Creek County Park, dusk on Friday Why Go?: View the Moon, …
Friday, May 18, 2012
Here are five events in Peters Township to check out Saturday and Sunday.
1. Spring Market Where/When: Mineral Beach, ½ mile from Trax Farms, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday Why Go?: Stop by the Spring Market at Mineral Beach to shop or sell! Vendors can set up for $25 and a raffle prize donation. Participants will receive the equivalent of two parking spaces. Set up can include one car, tables, a tent, etc. For more information, or to reserve a space, call 724-503-8523 or email mitchbruce@gmail.com. All proceeds from this event will benefit Washington County residents for low-cost cat neuter and spay. Pricing: $25 per vendor 2. Giant Oaks Garden Club Plant Sale Where/When: Peters Township Public Library, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday Why Go: Join the library for the Giant Oaks Garden Club's annual Plant Sale & Flea…
Friday, May 11, 2012
This weekend in Peters Township there's something for everyone—including mom of course. Check out these five events for some ideas!
1. Once On This Island Jr. Where/When: St. Benedict the Abbot Catholic Church, 8:30 to 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday Why Go?: This weekend, the Abbey Players present the musical, “Once On This Island Jr.” The production is a feast for the heart, mind and soul with its poignant story and catchy Caribbean-flavored score. Pricing: $10 for adults; $5 for children 2. Pancake and Sausage Breakfast Where/When: Wrights United Methodist Church, 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday Why Go: Come and enjoy a great breakfast at Wrights United Methodist Church. The church is raising money for the “Future Pastors in Training” fund. Pricing: $5 for adults; $3 for children 3. Paws for Reading Where/When: Peters Township Public Library, 10 to 11:40 a.m. on …
Andrea Bosco
10:06 am on Saturday, July 7, 2012
Peters' Geno Levi Salon and Moo Moo Frozen Yogurt are a part of tonight's raffle at Casino for a Cure! The Pittsburgh's 50 Finest event at The Smart House on Mt. Washington is still selling pre-sale tickets (up until 6 p.m.). Details: http://patch.com/E-nqzv more ›