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A Guide to Sensory-Friendly and Autism Activities In Pittsburgh

September 4, 2019September 4, 2019 fftg5418

by Janet Jonus There are many Sensory-Friendly/Autism-Friendly events in the Pittsburgh area. You can find all of the dates and

Classes, Libraries, and Volunteer FamilyFunNews Special Needs

ICANdance Adaptive Dance Program for Special Needs Kids

August 23, 2019September 1, 2019 fftg5418

by Janet Jonus photo courtesy of Cassidy Negri Families of Special Needs children have a new and exciting opportunity for

Babies and Toddlers Classes, Libraries, and Volunteer FEATURED Kids Preschool Special Needs Teens Tweens

Discover the Love of Reading with the Prime Book Box

August 21, 2019August 21, 2019 fftg5418

by Janet Jonus Kids love surprises. Parents want their children read. The bedtime story is (or should be) a nightly

City Classes, Libraries, and Volunteer East FamilyFunHappenings Museums, History, Farms, and Fairs North Parks, Playgrounds, and Pools South Sports Theater, Art, and Festivals Tours and Escape Rooms West

Top Fun FREE Things to Do with Kids in Pittsburgh this Summer

July 28, 2019September 13, 2019 fftg5418

by Janet Jonus Check out the FamilyFunPittsburgh list of Fun Free Things to Do this Summer. You still have plenty

City Classes, Libraries, and Volunteer FamilyFunNews Kids Preschool Special Needs Teens Theater, Art, and Festivals Tweens

Find your CreativeFun at the Pittsburgh Center for Creative Reuse

April 30, 2019September 1, 2019 fftg5418

by Janet Jonus Calling all artists and crafters! Are you looking for inspiration? Do you love to reduce, reuse, and

Babies and Toddlers Camps Children's Health City Classes, Libraries, and Volunteer Day and Weekend East FamilyFunHome FamilyFunNews Holidays Indoor Play Kids Museums, History, Farms, and Fairs North Parks, Playgrounds, and Pools Preschool South Special Needs Sports Teens Theater, Art, and Festivals Theme Parks and Fun Centers Tours and Escape Rooms Tweens Vacations West

30 Ways to Celebrate Your Kids

July 15, 2018January 3, 2019 fftg5418

The young team of Franziska Hildebrand, Franziska Preuss, Vanessa Hinz and Dahlmeier clocked 1 hour, 11 minutes, 54.6 seconds to beat France

Babies and Toddlers Children's Health City Classes, Libraries, and Volunteer Day and Weekend East FamilyFunHappenings FamilyFunHome Health Holidays Indoor Play Kids Museums, History, Farms, and Fairs North Parks, Playgrounds, and Pools Preschool South Special Needs Sports Teens Theater, Art, and Festivals Theme Parks and Fun Centers Tours and Escape Rooms Tweens Vacations West

22 Ways to Calm Down Right Now

July 14, 2018September 1, 2019 fftg5418

Is life getting to you? Are the crazies overwhelming you? Check out the FamilyFunHome’s 22 Ways to Calm Down Right

City Classes, Libraries, and Volunteer Favorites Kids Sports Teens Tweens

Up the Wall at The Climbing Wall – Indoor Rock Climbing in the City

June 25, 2018February 4, 2019 fftg5418

by Janet Jonus Up the Wall at The Climbing Wall – Know before you Go If your kids climb up

City Classes, Libraries, and Volunteer Indoor Play Know Before You Go Guides Museums, History, Farms, and Fairs Special Needs Sports

Carnegie Science Center – The FamilyFunPittsburgh Know Before You Go Guide

June 25, 2018June 7, 2019 fftg5418

by Janet Jonus Have a Day of FamilyFun at the Carnegie Science Center! Explore, learn, discover, and play! The Carnegie

Camps Classes, Libraries, and Volunteer East Favorites Kids Know Before You Go Guides Sports Teens Tweens

Steel City Parkour – Pittsburgh’s Ninja Warrior and Parkour Gym Know Before You Go

May 15, 2018February 23, 2019 fftg5418

by Janet Jonus Does your child literally climb the walls? Does he jump on everything? Does she want to learn

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Preschool Program: Johnny Appleseed Mingo Creek Park
http://familyfunpittsburgh.com/event/preschool-program-johnny-appleseed-mingo-creek-park/
10:00 AM-1:00 PM
09/04/2019
Mingo Creek Park
Finleyville PA 15332

Tuesday, September 3, 2019 Shelter 9
Wednesday, September 4, 2019 Mingo Creek Park
Session I—10:00 a.m. (Ages 3-5)
Session II—1:00 p.m.
Preschoolers will celebrate the adventures of Johnny Appleseed, and will learn about his life through a story
and craft shared underneath an apple tree. An apple snack will also be provided.
Pre-registration required; registration not more than 30 days in advance.
FEE: $2.00
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Homeschool Outdoor Classroom: Wild about Fall Insects Mingo Creek Park
http://familyfunpittsburgh.com/event/homeschool-outdoor-classroom-wild-about-fall-insects-mingo-creek-park/
10:00 AM-1:00 PM
09/05/2019
Mingo Creek Park
Finleyville PA 15332

Thursday, September 5, 2019 Shelter 6
Session I – 10:00 a.m. Mingo Creek Park
Session II – 1:00 p.m. (Ages 5-11)
Take a walk on the wild side as we peer into the world of fall insects. We’ll learn the traits of insects,
observe examples of some of the more common classes of insects, and search for fall insects in a nearby
field. Dress appropriately. Long pants and long sleeve shirt is recommended.
Pre-registration required; registration not more than 30 days in advance.
NO FEE
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DELMONT APPLE 'N ARTS FESTIVAL
http://familyfunpittsburgh.com/event/delmont-apple-n-arts-festival/
All day
09/05/2019-09/06/2019
Saturday, October 5th, 2019 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday, October 6th, 2019 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Delmont Apple ‘N Arts Festival
Shields Farm
Contact Place
Delmont, PA 15626
Phone: (724) 325-8867
The Delmont Apple ‘n Arts Festival is a craft show in Western, Pennsylvania that recently celebrated its 30th Anniversary (1982 – 2012). Featuring over 150 arts and crafts vendors and 30 food vendors, you can find handmade items from local crafters, delicious food, hot apple cider, and home-made apple treats. Between 30,000 – 40,000 attend this family craft show in Westmoreland County – We’d love to see you for another great year!
The Delmont Apple ‘n Arts Festival exists to provide funds to local charitable organizations that help provide assistance to those who need it in our local community.
The Delmont Apple ‘N Arts Festival is a Non-Profit Organization.
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Family Campout: Mingo Creek Park
http://familyfunpittsburgh.com/event/family-campout-mingo-creek-park/
4:00 PM-9:00 AM
09/06/2019-09/07/2019
Mingo Creek Park
Finleyville PA 15332

Friday, September 6, 2019 Shelter 6, 7 and 8
Set up may begin as early as 4:00 p.m. Mingo Creek Park
Spend an evening in Mingo Creek Park camping under the star-filled skies. As night falls, we will be cooking
hot dogs, roasting marshmallows, and spending time around the campfire. We will prepare a simple campfire
breakfast Saturday morning. Bring your own tent and camping supplies. For newbies, the park staff will be
available to help set up tents. This program will be held weather permitting.
Pre-registration required; registration not more than 30 days in advance.
FEE: $10.00 per campsite
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A Fair in the Park - Mellon Park
http://familyfunpittsburgh.com/event/a-fair-in-the-park-mellon-park/
1:00 PM-5:00 PM
09/06/2019-09/08/2019
Mellon Park
6300 Fifth Avenue Pittsburgh PA 15232

Description
A Fair in the Park is an artist-led, artist-run fine arts festival presented by the Craftsmen’s Guild of Pittsburgh. In its 50th year, A Fair in the Park will host 100 fine artisans and skilled craftsmen from Pittsburgh and across the country in the lush surroundings of Pittsburgh’s Mellon Park in Shadyside on the edge of Squirrel Hill and Point Breeze. The festivities will take place on Friday, September 6th from 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm, Saturday, September 7th from 10:00 am – 7:00 pm, and Sunday, September 8th from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm.
This year as a part of our 50th celebration, shoppers will find a retrospective booth of featured artists who have been involved with the fair for over 20 years, and are now retired from actively participating. These artists will display their work on a rotating basis during the show.
On top of the incredible art, there will be two stages programmed with entertainment, kids activities, artist demonstrations, and food trucks throughout the 3 days.

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