Welcome to the Baldwin-Whitehall Patch's Weekend Planner!
Got no idea what you'll do this weekend? Patch is coming to the rescue. We've got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check out our top picks for this weekend to find something for everyone in the family to enjoy.
It's a good idea to have CASH ready for these events.
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Where?/When?: South Park Flag Retirement Plaza/Thursday, June 9, 1 p.m.
Why Go?: Allegheny County Council hosts this annual event to commemorate local veterans and to properly retire American flags, as outlined by U.S. Code. Every year, local Boy Scouts and veterans dispose the worn and/or damaged flags by incinerating them.
Pricing: FREE.
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Where?/When?: , Friday-Sunday, June 10-12, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Why Go?: It's strawberry season again at Trax Farms! All weekend long, there will be great strawberry treats and activities for the whole family. The treats, made from Trax Farms' fresh strawberries, include strawberry-covered Belgian waffles, sundaes, milkshakes and slushies! There will also be great food from the grill. Families can enjoy pony rides, a petting zoo, train rides, fishing for berries, a bounce house and so much more! A pick-your-own strawberries feature is available, too. Call ahead to confirm picking times and dates: 412-835-3246.
Pricing: Varies, though admission is free.
3.
Where?/When?: /Friday, June 10, 6 p.m.-Saturday June 11, noon.
Why Go?: The American Cancer Society's Relay For Life is coming to Whitehall, Baldwin and Brentwood boroughs. This overnight event will be held at Baldwin High School's track, and teams of walkers will each have at least one person walking on the track for 18 straight hours. Cancer survivors will be honored at the event with dinner and a special program. Luminarias will line the track at sundown with names on the bags dedicated to cancer survivors or those who have died from cancer. All are welcome to come. The Baldwin-Whitehall Patch will be there.
Pricing: FREE.
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Where?/When?: /Friday, June 10, 7-9 p.m.
Why Go?: Bowling for Books is a fundraiser for the . Teams will consist of 2-5 bowlers. A ticket gets you two hours of bowling, shoes rental, one pizza per team and one pitcher of pop per team. Registration is closed, but come show your support for this great cause! The Baldwin-Whitehall Patch will be there.
Pricing: Free to watch!
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Where?/When?: South Park Amphitheater/Friday, June 10, 7:30 p.m.
Why Go?: The Billy Price Band will perform with Olga Watkins at the nearby South Park Amphitheater. Come enjoy this soulful outdoor concert.
Pricing: FREE.
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Where?/When?:Lowe's/Saturday, June 11, 10-11 a.m.
Why Go?: Children aged 3 and older will love building this Goofy Golf kit! You can a find a nearby Lowe's on Baptist Road in Bethel Park.
Pricing: FREE.
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Where?/When?: Michaels Stores/Saturday, June 11, 10 a.m.-noon.
Why Go?: This Make-It Take-It event is free with the purchase of a frame. Children aged 3 and older will create the perfect gift for dad's special day by decorating a picture frame (while supplies last). You can find a Michaels near Baldwin-Whitehall on Oxford Drive in Bethel Park.
Pricing: Free with the purchase of a frame.
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Where?/When?: Brentwood High School Stadium/Saturday, June 11, 10 a.m.
Why Go?: Come and spend a wonderful, fun-filled day at Brentwood Stadium. There will be inflatables, a balloon artist, magicians, a coloring station, a dunk tank, dance performances, martial-arts demonstrations, face painting, food and more! There will also be a raffle with prizes available like a 55-inch Dynex LCD HDTV and $1,500 in cash. After a day of fun, the movie The Sandlot will be screened outside (weather permitting).
Pricing: FREE admission.
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Where?/When?: /Saturday, June 11, 7-11 p.m.
Why Go?: Come see the movie Shrek Forever After in the Caste Village parking lot on Saturday night! There will be food and activities starting at 7 p.m., and the movie begins at 9. Don't forget your lawn chairs and blankets.
Pricing: FREE admission.
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Where?/When?: Michaels Stores, Sunday, June 12, 1-3 p.m.
Why Go?: Children aged 3 and older will create the perfect gift for dad's special day by decorating a tie and/or a T-shirt (while supplies last).
Pricing: Free with the purchase of a tie and/or a T-shirt.
