at this beautiful amusement park that dates back to 1898 . Ride the classic wooden coasters like the Thunderbolt , the Racer , or Jack Rabbit , or bring the antacid and try Phantom ’ s Revenge or the Black Widow . Want to leave that part to the kids ? Then check out the many magnificent gardens sprinkled throughout the park , or sample the bacon and cheddar fries at the Potato Patch , recently named as one of the 10 Best French Fries in the United States by Food Network Magazine . Visit the website for more information .
LIVING TREASURES ANIMAL PARK
Address : 288 State Route 711 , Jones Mills Contact : ltanimalpark . com
Kids will love learning about the furry friends and cute creatures ! The park ’ s commitment to the animals is only matched by a commitment to creating a safe , healthy and fun environment for guests . At Living Treasures you are invited to touch and experience many up‐close interactions with some incredible animals . Visit and enjoy the unique LT experience . Visit the website for more information .
Catch a Summer Performance
IRWIN CONCERTS IN THE PARK
Dates : Check the website for specific 2017 dates and times in July and August . Address : Irwin Park Amphitheater , off Pennsylvania Avenue , Irwin Contact : downtownirwin . com / upcoming‐events / public , or 724.864.3100
The concerts have become regional events , drawing folks from all over western Pennsylvania , eastern Ohio , the panhandle of West Virginia and beyond . Irwin is proud to host them , and loyal sponsors and supporters are pleased to offer them . This year there is a unique and diverse selection of music . Visit the website for the schedule of performers and the exact time .
MCKEESPORT SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
Dates : Visit the website for specific 2017 summer dates . Time : 7 p . m . Address : Lions Band Shelter in Renziehausen Park , Tulip Drive , McKeesport Contact : mckeesportbands . com
Set against the leafy backdrop of beautiful Renziehausen Park , this weekly concert series promises spectacular family entertainment with a variety of musical styles and fantastic performances . As always , the programs are free to enjoy thanks to sponsors like the City of McKeesport , the McKeesport Lions Club , and RAD . So grab a lawn chair or a blanket , find a good spot under the shade trees and get ready for the McKeesport Concerts in the Park ! Visit the website for the schedule of performances .
MONROEVILLE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
Address : Tall Trees Amphitheater , Monroeville Community Park West , 2447 Tilbrook Road , Monroeville Contact : monroeville . pa . us / parks , or 412.856.1006
Free and fun concerts in one of Monroeville ’ s beautiful parks ! Bring a folding chair or blanket and enjoy a variety of live music this summer . Concessions are available . Visit the website for more information .
SCHENLEY PARK CINEMA IN THE PARK AND WEDNESDAY NIGHT CONCERT SERIES AT FLAGSTAFF HILL
Dates : Wednesday evenings Address : Schenley Park ’ s Flagstaff Hill , Frew Street , Pittsburgh Contact : pittsburghpa . gov / citiparks / cinema‐schenley
Enjoy mid‐week musical performances before the movie ! Bands perform on Flagstaff Hill Wednesdays from approximately 7 to 8 p . m . Visit the website for more information on dates , times and other details .
SUMMER CONCERT SERIES AT CEDAR CREEK AND TWIN LAKES PARKS
Dates : Sunday concerts beginning in June throughout the summer ; check the website for exact dates and times . Addresses : Cedar Creek Park Outdoor Amphitheater , 53 Evergreen Drive , Belle Vernon ; Twin Lakes Park Brian T . Rusnock Amphitheater , 194 Donohoe Road , Greensburg Contact : co . westmoreland . pa . us , or 724.830.3968
Bring your blanket or lawn chair and take in the sounds of summer at Westmoreland County Parks ’ FREE summer concert series at two convenient locations featuring local musicians and groups . Visit the website for the scheduled performances .
SUMMERSOUNDS 2017
Dates : June , July and August on Friday nights Time : 7 p . m . Address : St . Clair Park , 135 North Maple Avenue , Greensburg Contact : summersounds . com
SummerSounds is a free series of exciting and interesting concerts under the stars in Greensburg ’ s downtown St . Clair Park . Emphasizing high standards of contemporary musicianship in a family atmosphere , this series has been called “ the best outdoor music series in Western PA .” Visit the website for more information and the scheduled performances .
TGIS ( THANK GOODNESS IT ’ S SUMMER ) CONCERT SERIES
Dates : Thursday evenings in June , July and August Time : 6 p . m . Address : The Palace Theatre Megan ’ s Suite and S & T Bank Courtyard , 21 West Otterman Street , Greensburg Contact : thepalacetheatre . org
TGIS is a weekly summer concert series that ’ s free to the community . Food is available to purchase and drinks are available at a cash bar . This rain‐or‐shine event brings an average of 3,500 guests to The Palace each season . Sponsor opportunities help to defer the cost of live entertainment . Visit the website for more information . ■
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