Music in Highland Park

Who else was counting down the weekends until Pittsburgh's Reservoir of Jazz Concert Series continued?! Our family appreciates the outdoor venue at Highland Park. Here are a few pointers to better enjoy the concert experience:

• schedule enough time for parking unless you'll pedal to the park
• bring portable chairs or blanket
• prepare a picnic with dinner/desserts or support local food vendors (such as Franctuary!)
• arrive for part of the concert or a short duration
• remember scooping baggies if you're bringing a friendly canine 

Afterwards, check out the group line dancing led by Summer Soul Line Dancing located near by the water fountain. The energetic leader blasts music and his voice to explain the fun, dance moves. Apparently this is the 5th year running, without missing a Sunday in August during all of these years! The dancing begins at 7pm and we saw participants of all ages.

Any other tips to enjoy music in the park? 

Parks and Recreation Celebration

Happy National Parks Week! Hopefully you can find a nearby park to access and enjoy this week.


Post a comment and share where you visited!

Spring Flings

We forgot to enjoy annual treats at Rita's last week on the first day of Spring.


Despite many e-mail offers and mailed catologues, our family purchased affordable seed packets at...  Family Dollar (4/$1), Big Lots, Giant Eagle, and Lowe's. 


Already we've planted many seedlings... 

Some of the cooler weather crops were started in our outdoor garden such as lettuce, radishes and beets. Thankfully asparagus, a few melons and mint have returned.

It has been enjoyable with warmer weather to begin using chalk on cement walkways, decking and bricks. Plus blowing bubbles, spin wheels and decorating crafts together are never ending fun!

How have y'all celebrated the beginning of Spring?

Summertime... Outdoor Movies

Below are three drive-in movie theaters within the Pittsburgh Area, and an outdoor venue for watching movies. Though I have yet to enjoy a movie at the drive-in locations, it is on my to-do list for this summer!

• Dependable Drive-In in Coraopolis

• Evergreen Drive-In in Mount Pleasant (cash only)!

• Riverside Drive-In in N. Vandergrift

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• Dollar Bank Cinema In The Park - 2011 Schedule at six locations

Please share your experiences at these theaters or others that you recommend?