SPECIAL EVENT PREVIEW > Summer 2009

Get Out!

Pittsburgh offers plenty of reasons to head outdoors, with
the Fair Play Event, Parade of Ponds, and more.

Edited by Katie Mavrich

southside works exposed 2009Rock out on the South Side!

SouthSide Works Exposed

After a day of soaking up the summer sun, take in plenty of culture at the Fifth Annual weekend celebration SouthSide Works Exposed. The event, July 10-12, is jam-packed with free music, local art, and other activities. “There will be tons going on,” says director of marketing Pamelyn McMahon. “It’s for ages 2 to 82.” Occurring in and around the heart of the SouthSide Works’ Town Square, events include kids’ yoga in the Kids’ Corner, a drag queen show, local break dancers, a chalk muralist competition, sidewalk sales, and live performances including one by West Virginia rockers Green Eggs. And, of course, the entire family (including pets) can enjoy the unique, eclectic atmosphere and delicious food that define the SouthSide Works. For more information, call the SouthSide Works at 412.481.8800, or visit southsideworks.com. — Jacquelyn Tylka


la roche college open eventStudy at La Roche College

Visit LRC

It may be summer vacation, but La Roche College is refusing to take a break. A small, green, and easily walkable campus located just outside the city in the North Hills, the college hosts Visit LRC, a tour and more for prospective students and their families. Though registration is not required for the July 19 event, it is recommended because the day is structured to allow incoming freshmen the chance to tour the campus and residence halls, have lunch in the cafeteria, and talk to current students and faculty. While students test life at La Roche, parents can talk money matters with the financial office. Visit LRC is a helpful tool in the college-choice decision. “Prospective students definitely get a flavor of what the campus is like … it is definitely a catalyst for their decision,” says director of public relations Pam Wigley. For more information, call La Roche College at 412.536.1300, or visit laroche.edu.
— J.T.


soergel's parade of ponds 2009 eventKevin & Jolene Soergel at the 2008 Parade of Ponds

Parade of Ponds

Aquascape aficionados will delight as Soergel Landscapes sponsors the Sixth Annual Parade of Ponds. The event kicks off July 25 with an auction and Garden Gala Benefit Dinner in the outdoor gardens of Soergel Landscapes in Gibsonia. On July 25 and 26, guests can partake in a self-guided tour of more than 20 ponds and water features, created by Soergel Landscapes, in the Greater Pittsburgh area. Money raised during the weekend will benefit the Ronald McDonald House and Contact Pittsburgh. “I really like the work the Ronald McDonald House does, and my cousin volunteers for Contact Pittsburgh,” says Kevin Soergel, company owner. “Parade of Ponds supports a worthy cause and a great weekend out with the family.” For tickets or information, call Soergel Landscapes Aquascapes Florascapes at 724.444.POND, or visit yourescapes.net. — Elizabeth Rekowski

 


kelsey friday pittsburghKelsey Friday

Fair Play

To help increase awareness and funding for research for Sudden Unexplained Death in Epilepsy, a complication of the disease, Highmark is sponsoring Fair Play on July 11 at Emmerling Park in Indiana Township. Gluten-free and dairy-free foods will keep families’ energy up for games, a silent auction, and a concert with Kelsey Friday & The Rest of the Week. The event, for which WHIRL Magazine is a media sponsor, benefits the Emma Bursick Memorial Fund at the Epilepsy Foundation of Western/Central Pa. For more information, call the Epilepsy Foundation at 412.322.5880, or visit fairplay.org. — E.R.

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