In brief: North Allegheny area happenings, week of May 27, 2024

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Plants are pictured at the 2019 Hosta Show at Soergel Orchards.

Hosta show in Franklin Park

The Daffodil and Hosta Society of Western Pennsylvania will hold its 30th annual Hosta Show on June 1 at Soergel Orchards Farm Market, 2573 Brandt School Road, Franklin Park.

Entries for the juried show of cut leaf and potted hostas/arrangements will be accepted from 8 to 10 a.m. the day of the show. The judges are accredited by the American Hosta Society, and ribbons are awarded to the exhibits that meet specific criteria. Once the judges award the prizes the exhibit is open to the general public to enjoy.

The show is free, and besides the exhibit there will be hosta plants for sale through the event’s conclusion at 4 p.m.

For more information on the show or the Daffodil and Hosta Society of Western Pennsylvania, contact Jim Kalka at 724-933-3382.

Garden club meets at Beechwood Farms

Greybrooke Garden Club will host an evening meeting on June 12, and guests are welcome.

The club will meet at 6 o’clock at Beechwood Farms Nature Reserve, 614 Dorseyville Road, Fox Chapel. Plant center coordinator Roxanne Swan will present a container garden program on native plants.

A business meeting and light refreshments will follow the program. If you plan to attend, please RSVP by calling 412-366-3689.

For general information about Club meetings, events and membership, visit www.greybrookegardenclub.org.

Marshall Community Day

Marshall Township Community Day is scheduled for Aug. 24 at Knob Hill Park. The event will start at 4 p.m. and wrap up with Zambelli Fireworks around 9:30.

If you would like to participate in the event as a vendor or a sponsor, call Jessica at 724-935-3090 ext. 214 or email jdrozd@twp.marshall.pa.us.

Franklin Park festival

Franklin Park’s Festival in the Park is scheduled for June 29 on the lower fields at Blueberry Hill Park, off Blaine’s Way.

The festival kicks off at 4 p.m. and features inflatable attractions, food trucks, activities, entertainment, a petting zoo, ax throwing, and live music. The night caps off with a fireworks display around 9:30.

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