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,

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

The Monroeville Foundation presented the annual Monroeville Jazz Festival on Saturday, Aug. 30, at Tall Trees Amphitheater. From noon until 8 p.m., more than 2,000 attendees enjoyed performances by talented musicians in a beautiful outdoor setting. This free family-friendly tradition, now spanning over two decades, brought the community together for another memorable evening. PHOTOS BY PRIMETIME SHOTS

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