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Four female Bethel Park "Lady Hawks" softball players stand smiling together behind a booster booth, which advertises pierogies and accepts cash or Venmo.

Bethel Park celebrates Community Day!

Bethel Park held its annual Community Day on Sept. 20, with the traditional parade kicking off the event at 9 a.m. followed by festivities at Bethel Park High School. From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., families and friends enjoyed more than 60 booths of games, refreshments and local vendors, along with music from a deejay, inflatable obstacle courses, airbrush tattoos, and more. PHOTOS BY RALPH LOVUOLO

Nov 201 min read

A young child wearing a red winter coat and fur-lined hood, smiling while holding a glittering lantern, set against a background of bright, golden Christmas light bokeh.

Oh what fun—Bethel Park

Where the season sparkles—your ultimate guide to holiday happenings. Welcoming the Season Bethel Park Tree Lighting & Holiday Market When: December 6 Where: Recreation Community Center, 5151 Park Avenue, Bethel Park For more info: bethelparkpa.gov This annual tree lighting celebration will feature a visit from Santa, a whimsical gingerbread neighborhood, holiday activities, and a seasonal indoor market. Deck the Barns When: December 19–21 Where: Washington County Fairgrounds,

Nov 2011 min read

A group of five adults stand together on a grassy field, smiling at the camera, with a toddler in a pink outfit sitting in a stroller in the center, holding a small American flag.

Ross Township Celebrates Community Day 2025

This year’s Community Day took place on Saturday, Sept. 27, at the Ross Township Community Center. From 3 to 8 p.m., families and neighbors gathered to enjoy a full afternoon and evening of activities including food, live music, touch-a-truck, balloon art, local vendors and entertainment. PHOTOS BY RALPH LOVUOLO

Nov 201 min read

A group of young girls in white t-shirts and shorts performing a dance routine or singing into microphones on the street at the festival.

Mars Applefest 2025

This year’s Mars Applefest took place Oct. 4 in downtown Mars, with residents and friends enjoying a full day of food, crafts, music, and other fun activities for families. The free event featured more than 150 vendors offering everything from local foods to handmade art. PHOTOS BY RALPH LOVUOLO

Nov 121 min read

Oh what fun—Fox Chapel Area, Mars Area, Shaler Area

Where the season sparkles—your ultimate guide to holiday happenings. Welcoming the Season Butler’s Spirit of Christmas Parade When: November 29 Where: Main Street, Downtown Butler For more info: butlerradio.com/spirit-of-christmas-parade Enjoy a variety of fun activities to kick off the holiday season! This year’s theme is “Christmas Through the Decades.” Enjoy floats, marching bands, dance groups, and much more. Fun Fore All Holiday Lights Mini Golf When: November 21 through

Nov 1211 min read

Oh what fun—Keystone Oaks

Nov 510 min read

Two girls sit at an outdoor craft table on a sunny day, holding up handmade orange pumpkin cutouts. Colored pencils, yarn, and other craft supplies are on the table.

Monroeville Community Day and Fall Festival

The Monroeville Foundation hosted its 6th annual Community Day and Fall Festival on Saturday, Sept. 13, at Monroeville Community Park – West. The day began with a 5K run and 3K walk along with a health fair presented by local providers, followed by a full lineup of food and craft vendors, stage performances, children’s activities and entertainment for all ages. PHOTOS BY RALPH LOVUOLO

Oct 201 min read

Oh what fun—Monroeville, Murrysville, and Norwin

Where the season sparkles—your ultimate guide to holiday happenings. Welcoming the Season Delmont Borough Light-Up Night When: November 28 Where: Rose Wigfield Parklet, 27 Greensburg Street, Delmont For more info: delmontboro.com Join your friends and neighbors for the tree lighting and some holiday spirit. Light Up Ligonier When: November 28 Where: Town Hall, 120 East Main Street, Ligonier For more info: business.ligonier.com/events Count down to light up the Diamond, enjoy

Oct 1710 min read