Sunday, August 10, 2014

Top 5 / August 11 - 16

Looking for something to do in Pittsburgh?
Here's my Top 5 list for the week of family-friendly venues that are open throughout the week!

Park of the Week: Dormont Playground - a great castle structure that has lots of fun features for kids!  It is also surrounded by beautiful grassy areas and sits around the corner from the great Dormont Pool. Best address to use is 1694 Dormont Ave., Pittsburgh, PA.
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Sweet Treats: Klavon's Ice Cream Parlor is an authentic antique 1920's Ice Cream Parlor located in the Strip District.  A destination everyone should check out! Try delicious hand-dipped ice cream cones, old-fashioned sodas or find your favorite in their complete line of old-fashioned candy.
(Photos taken at grand re-opening in 2013)
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Water Fun: the North Shore Water Steps are a fun, free water destination! With water ranging from a few inches to about 2 feet deep, it's perfect for babies, toddlers, & big kids! Enjoy a beautiful walk along the North Shore as well, the wide, paved paths are very stroller friendly.  Located along North Shore Drive, you do have to pay for parking in a lot or meter.
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Beat the Heat: Jump Zone! has massive inflatable play structures such as obstacle courses, slides and bounce houses.  $5 FRIDAYS - $5.00 ADMISSION PRICE FOR ANY AGE! Kids 2 & under are free. Open Play is 10am-1pm & 5pm-8pm.
 
*Saturday Family Fun: Check out the (new this year) Swissvale Farmers Market! Locally-sourced, great-quality produce, along with fresh pasta, cheese, chocolate, tea, salsas, baked goods, crafts, food vendors, fresh cut flowers, usually music, and more. 9am-1pm on Saturdays, June through October, located on Church St. in Swissvale. Nominated for Best Farmer's Market of 2014 by Pittsburgh A-List for their annual Best-Of Pittsburgh List!
(Photos courtesy of Swissvale Farmers Market)
 
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Enjoy fun in Pittsburgh this week!

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