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Win a ticket to The Mom Con in Pittsburgh!

I’d love for you to join me and a group of other ladies at The Mom Con in Pittsburgh. Introduce yourself, tell us your goals and your dreams. Just be you, whoever that is. Hey, I’m an awkward weirdo, but that’s okay, and I’d love the opportunity to be awkward and weird around you!

To read more about The Mom Con Click here or on the image below or just go ahead and enter the giveaway by clicking the link at the bottom of this post! 🙂

Because a shared experience is a powerful thing. It creates community, which allows for sparking ideas and learning from each other. Social media can take us a long way toward building relationships with each other, but it will never replace the power of face-to-face contact. The Mom Con is a day to get inspired by our speakers, empowered with new ideas, and connect with each other in real life. It’s a place for creative + motivated moms to be who they really are.

Enter to win a free pass to The Mom Con on Saturday November 15, 2014 at the Pittsburgh Marriott North

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Children’s Book Signing in Pittsburgh: Papa’s New Home

Jul 23

Posted by Jenn Rian

Papa’s New Home is the award-winning story of a young girl who loses her grandfather, Papa, only to get to see him again in a miraculous visit to his new home, heaven.

Here are a few of my favorite things about this book.
I like that the book not only mentions Jessie’s sadness and confusion about Papa’s death, but also her anger. I think that anger is an often overlooked stage of grief in regards to young children. While anger is only mentioned in one or two sentences I think that it’s enough to open up communication with a child who is experiencing anger in grief.
I like how Papa explains that bodies can get old, or sick, or hurt and stop working, but that our spirits never die.
I really like that Papa is portrayed as still looking the same age as when he passed. Many hold the belief that everyone in heaven is young, but I think that concept can be confusing for young kids.

This book obviously contains spiritual elements with mentions of heaven, spirits, and angels. However, this is not a specifically Christian book as there is no mention of God or Jesus. This book would appeal to families of many different faiths. It paints a very vivid picture of Heaven beyond what is mentioned in Scripture depicting lost loved ones with jobs they enjoyed on earth (such as gardening) and living in houses with beloved pets and eating chocolate cake with relatives.

The story is beautiful and the lovely illustrations definitely help portray a feeling of peace. For the right child it could be a powerful tool to help with the loss of a grandparent.

If you’re in the Pittsburgh area you can meet the author of Papa’s New Home, Jessica Lynn Curtis, at a book reading and signing this Saturday!

BOOK READING AND SIGNING EVENT
Meet author Jessica Lynn Curtis, who will be reading and signing
copies of her Mom’s Choice, award winning title, PAPA’S NEW HOME!
Saturday July 26, 2014 11:15AM
The University Store on Fifth
4000 Fifth Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Click here for directions or more information
(Book can be purchased at the University Store on Fifth)

Buy Papa’s New Home on Amazon!

You can also like the book on Facebook and follow Jessica on Twitter (@JessieLynn817!

*Disclosure: This post contains Amazon Affiliate links. If you purchase through one of these links I may receive a small amount of money. I was not compensated for this review, all opinions are my own.

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Experience Columbus Roar and Explore Package

Jun 11

Posted by Jenn Rian

***Thanks for entering! The giveaway is now closed.***
The winner is…Amaris R. Congratulations!
You have 24 hours to respond with your mailing address or a new winner will be selected.
**For another chance to win, please visit Stephanie’s blog where she’s giving away an identical vacation! Her giveaway ends 6/18!
http://whencrazymeetsexhaustion.com/here-have-a-free-vacation-really/
*If you didn’t win the giveaway, it’s easy and affordable to purchase a “Columbus Roar and Explore Getaway Package”…Click here!

In just over a week my husband and I will spending our 11th wedding anniversary in Columbus, OH! We’ll be bringing the kids with us because there are too many fun things for families to leave the kids at home. As a Pittsburgh Mom Blogger I was invited along with other local bloggers, Janene and Christine from More than Mommies and Heather from Diary of a First Time Mom, to #ExperienceColumbus with our families.

You can follow my family’s trip to Columbus on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram (#CFOTBExperienceColumbus and #CFOTBRoarAndExplore).

There is an amazing and affordable Roar and Explore Adventure Getaway Package that can help you #ExperienceColumbus with your family.

The affordable Roar and Explore Adventure Getaway features four tickets each to Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, Zoombezi Bay and COSI science center. Available May 22-Sept. 1, families can book their Roar and Explore Adventure Getaway online now at www.ColumbusFamilyFun.com or by calling (888) 795-3709. (Packages are designed for four, but additional guests may be added when booking.)

What fun things can you do in Columbus, OH with your family?

Starting at just $411 plus tax for a family of four, the Roar and Explore Adventure Getaway features:
•Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, ranked the No. 1 zoo in America, unveils its 143-acre Heart of Africa exhibit May 22. Visitors can stand face-to-face with giraffes and feed them a snack; get up-close with lions as they board a grounded airplane; and take a camel ride in the Zoo’s newest and largest region. This stunning new exhibit is home to 150 animals and adds even more reason for travelers to visit the place famed zoo director Jungle Jack Hanna calls home.

•Zoombezi Bay, the world’s only waterpark inside of a major zoo, opens Baboon Lagoon this season. Ideal for younger kids, this active play land boasts eight water slides, fountains and a 1,000-gallon bucket dump. Beyond Baboon Lagoon, guests can splash and scream through 17 twisting waterslides, extreme raft rides, headfirst racers and the hair-raising 209-foot Cyclone, the world’s largest reducing-radius slide. Zoombezi also offers the more laid-back, adults-only Crocktail Creek, a lazy river where moms and dads can relax.

•COSI, the nation’s top science center, celebrates its 50th anniversary this year by hosting The International Exhibition of Sherlock Holmes. Brand new this year and running only through September, guests get their own book full of clues and can join master detective Sherlock Holmes to participate in experiments and stay hot on a trail to crack a new mystery. In addition, COSI visitors can ride a high-wire unicycle, use sonar technology and get wild with loads of other hands-on activities that make science fun.

•As the preferred hotel of the Roar and Explore Adventure Getaway, the Drury Inn &and Suites offers special amenities, including: free, hot breakfast and evening snacks; indoor pool; and complimentary wireless Internet. Other Hotels are available, but prices may vary by location.

Columbus is a city unlike any other. Vibrant and alive, Ohio’s capital is known for its open attitude, smart style and entrepreneurial spirit. Columbus’ uncommon blend of neighborhoods, arts and culinary experiences, events, attractions and accommodations are made unforgettable by its diversity of outgoing locals who warmly welcome visitors. Free travel guides, maps, online booking and detailed information are available at www.ExperienceColumbus.com or 866.397.2657 (866.EXP.COLS). Visitor information is also available on Facebook: facebook.com/ExperienceColumbus, facebook.com/ColumbusFoodScene, Twitter: @ExpCols and Pinterest.

Enter to Win a Roar and Explore Adventure Getaway!
(Giveaway ends Saturday 06/14/2014 at 11:59PM Eastern)
Experience Columbus was also awesome enough to offer me a Columbus Roar and Explore Getaway Package to give away to one of my readers! This package has a $400+ value!

Here is what your getaway includes:
2-night stay at Drury Inn and Suites
4 tickets for the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
4 tickets to Zoombezi Bay Water Park
4 tickets to COSI (Center of Science and Industry)

Click here to enter this giveaway via Rafflecopter!
(Please be sure to use a valid email address so that I can contact you if you win! Winner has 24 hours to respond.)

If you don’t win the giveaway, it’s easy and affordable to purchase a “Columbus Roar and Explore Getaway Package”…Click here!

Disclosure: As one of the Pittsburgh Mom Bloggers I was given a Roar and Explore package for free and one to give away on my blog. All opinions expressed are my own.

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Tags: Columbus OH, experiencecolumbus, giveaway, roarandexplore, Staycation, vacation

Fun Slides Carpet Skatepark Pittsburgh

Jun 2

Posted by Jenn Rian

This is a local post, but for my non-local readers I’m going to post the goods for you right away. You may not be near Pittsburgh to experience Fun Slides Carpet Skatepark firsthand, but you can be absolutely anywhere to watch me make an idiot of myself, get broke, and bust up my knee cap. Enjoy! (Watch video here)

My family was invited to visit the VIP Grand Opening of Fun Slides Carpet Skatepark in Pittsburgh last Friday and we had so much fun!

The new facility is located at Pines Plaza Shopping Center on Perry HWY behind Shop N Save.

ABOUT THE SKATEPARK
The 33,000 square foot black light facility, located in the space under the Shop N Save in Pines Plaza Shopping Center is divided in sections based on skill level and every new skater, regardless of age or ability, is assigned an instructor for basic lessons. With ramps ranging in height from six foot tall down to short beginner ramps just about anyone can learn and have fun.

The COOLEST Birthday Party and Family Fun Spots! Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, looking for a unique group outing or just dropping in for some public skate time, you’re sure to experience wholesome family fun like you’ve never had before!

*BLACKLIGHT Environment
*Positive, Hi-Energy Music
*Learn to Carpet Skate CONFIDENTLY in Minutes
*Ramps, JUMPS, and Grind Rails
*Instructor-Taught TRICKS and Stunts
*Birthday party packages for ages 4-7 and 8-teen.
*Groups: Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Sports Team Banquets, Clubs, Home/Cyber School, Physical Education, Team Building, Pre Lock-Ins, Church Youth Groups, Field Trips

Super cool party rooms…

Fun Slides, a multi-award-winning product from Simtec, Co., are plastic sliders that attach under athletic shoes. They provide the sensation of sliding on a hardwood floor with socks on. At Fun Slides Carpet Skatepark and Party Centers, kids and adults slide on the skatepark’s carpeted ramps, jumps and slide rails for an easy to learn thrill.
Athletic shoes must be worn in the park at all times! No FLIP FLOPS!

Adaline is 4.5. She had difficulty mastering the standing slides, but she still had a lot of fun using the butt slides. (See video above)

Everyone who skates at Fun Slides Park, must have a signed waiver.
*Anyone under 18 must have a parent or guardian sign the waiver.
*18 and over may sign their own waivers given that they produce proper ID.

Fun Slides Park requires that helmets be worn by children under 8. Elbow pads, knee pads and wrist guards are recommended in all areas especially for novice skaters.
We brought our own helmet and elbow and knee pads for Adaline, who is 4.5 years old.
(If you watched the video I posted above you’ll see me take a spill and smash my knee with no pads on. It’s only banged up now, nothing serious, but I’d still recommend using knee pads! Ouch!)

We all thought that Fun Slides Carpet Skatepark was really cool. Adaline had a blast going from slide to slide and even my husband enjoyed sliding around. We’ll definitely visit again.

The World’s only carpet skate parks!
*Pines Plaza Shopping Center
1130 Perry Highway, Pittsburgh PA 15237
(Behind Shop N Save)
*Greensburg Shopping Center
410 E. Pittsburgh Street, Greensburg, PA 15601
Behind Family Dollar (the old Bobby Dales)

Helpful info: Facebook / Website / Hours / Parent Info

Do you skateboard or roller-blade?
Would you ever try a carpet skatepark?
Let me know in the comments!

Disclosure: My family received free admission to the skatepark as part of the VIP Grand Opening for bloggers and other media. I was not asked or required to blog about my experience. All opinions are my own.

If you are local to Beaver County PA or the Greater Pittsburgh Area, please like my local Facebook page Beaver County Family Fun for updates on local family friendly activities.

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LOCAL: Beaver County Easter Egg Hunts and Events (2013)

Mar 15

Posted by Jenn Rian

Welcome, local visitors! Click the button below for a list of Easter Egg Hunts and Easter events in Beaver County, PA and the Greater Pittsburgh Area for 2013

ATTENTION: This list was originally from March/April 2013 and has been removed. I am currently working on an updated list for 2014 which should be published by April 1. In the meantime, please check the Beaver County Family Fun Facebook Page for updates and check the links below for local events. Thank you.

BEAVER COUNTY CALENDAR OF EVENTS (Visit Beaver County)
BEAVER COUNTY CALENDAR OF EVENTS
(Town Center Beaver County Main Street Network)
BEAVER COUNTY EVENTS (PA Vendors)
For Easter Egg Hunt listings for PA and other states try:
*EasterEggHuntsAndEvents.org

LOCAL EASTER EGG HUNTS AND EVENTS 2013

CLICK THE IMAGE ABOVE TO VIEW LOCAL EVENTS FOR 2013

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Pittsburgh Area Pumpkin Patches 2012 (Local)

Sep 24

Posted by Jenn Rian

This list of farm festivals has NOT been updated for 2013. However, below you will find links to each farm’s website where they should have details about their festivals. For more local updates please check my LOCAL PAGE and FACEBOOK PAGE.

Please visit the individual websites for details on each farm’s activities.
Cheeseman Farm – Portersville, PA
Harvest Valley Farms – Valencia, PA
Hozak Farms – Clinton, PA
Janoski’s – Clinton, PA
Jodikinos – Clinton, PA
Port Farm – Waterford, PA
Pumpkin Patch Trolley – Washington, PA
Reilly’s Summerseat Farm – Pittsburgh, PA
Renshaw Family Farm – Freeport, PA
Schramm Farms – Jeannette, PA
Shenot Farm – Wexford, PA
Simmons Farm – McMurray, PA
Soergels Orchards – Wexford, PA
Spring House Market – Washington, PA
Trax Farms – Finleyville, PA
Triple B Farms – Monongahela, PA
Wooden Nickel Buffalo Corn Maze – Edinboro, PA
Woodward’s Orchard – Beaver Falls, PA (Chippewa Twp)
Columbiana Maze Craze – Columbiana, OH

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Listed here are local farms hosting fall/harvest festivals, pumpkin patches, corn mazes, hayrides, and fruit picking in Western PA’s greater Pittsburgh area during October 2012. A list of fall festival and events in Beaver County, PA and beyond can be found here for 2012.

~~PUMPKIN PATCHES~~
~~Listed alphabetically~~

CHEESEMAN FARM PUMPKIN FESTIVAL – Portersville, PA

~~SEPTEMBER 22 and 29, 2012 12PM-5PM~~
~~SATURDAYS and SUNDAYS OCTOBER 2012 12PM-5PM~~
~~Festival Hayrides: $4.00 per person ages 2 and up (does not include price of pumpkin~~
It’s time for harvest and here you can pickup your local favorites, Honey, Apple Butter and of course Pumpkins. The pumpkin festival is a great way to spend a day with the family and enjoy the fall weather. Start a new family tradition take a hay ride to our pumpkin patch and pick out this year’s holiday decorations. Hay Rides, Petting Zoo, Hay Jump, Pumpkin Video (upon request), Concession Stand, Holiday Items, Pumpkins and Gourds, Indiana Corn, Corn Stalks, Hay Bales
~~Cheeseman Fright Farm~~

HARVEST VALLEY FARMS FALL FESTIVAL – Valencia, PA
~~EVERY SATURDAY and SUNDAY OCTOBER 2012 10AM-5PM~~
~~FREE~~
~~2012 Calender Of Events~~
~~October 6 and 7 Live Music / Saturday 10/06: Rick Bruening~~
~~October 13 and 14 Live Music / Sunday 10/14: Eve Goodman~~
~~“Treasure in the Haystack” / Proceeds benefit Local Food Bank~~
~~October 20 and 21 Live Music: Rick Bruening~~
~~October 27 and 28: Pumpkin Bowling and Pumpkin Basketball / Proceeds benefit SBC Meals on Wheels~~
You can take the hayride up on the hill to get a full view of the “harvest” valley, take a walk through the great pumpkin patch, and much more! Pick-Your-Own Pumpkin, Hayrides, Cornstalk Maze, Farm Animals, Concession Stand, Straw Tunnel, Fall Decorations, Fresh Baked Pies, Face Painting, Pumpkin Patch Special Weekend Features, Live Folk Music, Straw Treasure, Pumpkin Bowling, Pumpkin Basketball. Try the hot apple cider! Facebook / Twitter

HOZAK FARMS FALL FESTIVAL – Clinton, PA
~~Free…Hayrides to the Pumpkin Patch~~
~~WEEKDAYS OCTOBER 2012 2PM-6PM~~
~~September 29 and 30, 2012 10AM-6PM~~
~~SATURDAYS and SUNDAYS OCTOBER 2012 10AM-6PM~~
~~COLUMBUS DAY October 08, 2012 10AM-6PM (No pony rides)~~
~~FREE~~
Weekday afternoons enjoy a short tractor drawn hayride out to the pumpkin patch to pick your own pumpkins. Plus, pumpkin painting, straw pile, maze, and farm animals are open every weekday afternoon.
Saturdays and Sundays Pony Rides, Pumpkin Picking, Pumpkin Painting, Face Painting, Refreshments, Musical Entertainment, Fall Decorations, Hayrides to the pumpkin patch, Scenic Hayrides through the woods. Facebook

JANOSKI’S PUMPKINLAND – Clinton, PA
~~September 29 and 30th, 2012~~
~~EVERY WEEKEND OCTOBER 2012 10AM-5PM~~
~~October 6-7, 13-14, 20-21, and 27-28~~
~~$5.00 per person~~
Enjoy with your family our Haunted Barn, Corn Maze, Pumpkin Patch, Straw Jump, Pedal Bike Path, Pony Rides (for Children Only) Petting Zoo, Pumpkin Painting, face painting and much more. There are picnic tables and pavilions. Feel free to pack a lunch or visit our food booth. During this time our Farm Market, Gift Shop, Bakery, and Garden Center are open. Be sure to stop in and see our friendly staff and enjoy the bountiful fall harvest! Facebook

JODIKINOS PUMPKIN PATCH – Clinton, PA
~~Jodikinos Farm Market~~
~~195 Hanover Kendall Road Clinton, PA 15026~~
Currently no information available for Pumpkin Fest 2012. / Facebook

PORT FARM HARVEST FESTIVAL – Waterford, PA
~~September 15, 2012 through October 31, 2012~~
OPENING WEEKEND 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
Saturday, September 15th: Many special surprises are in store to honor the most fabulous, favorite, fun part of the last nine years – YOU! It will be a giant party, Port-style, with giveaways, contests and adventures galore for our guests
Sunday, September 16th – Scavenger Hunt and Scarecrows by Scouts: Searching for clues is a tradition if you visit the farm during kick-off weekend!
Prizes awarded to all who succeed in finding those clues and solving the riddle. Also,
today we host our scouts in appreciation for their scarecrow-building talents.
THIRD ANNUAL GIANT PUMPKIN WEIGH-OFF
Saturday, September 22nd: Third time is a charm! We are hoping to weigh-in a world record this year and have a TON of fun doing it. Witnessing these orange wonders is the ideal way to spend the first day of autumn.
FAMILY FUN AND GAMES along with MASCOT DAY
Saturday, September 29th: Jump right in and spit some seeds, be a wheelbarrow or balance a pumpkin on your head! Guaranteed fun for all who join in. Local mascots will be sharing this day with plenty of handshakes and hugs to go around.
LEGACY EXPERIENCE Columbus Day Weekend
Saturday, October 6th and Sunday October 7th: A homage to the heritage and history of our sacred ground here along French Creek. Encampments featuring storytelling, and traditional demonstrations are passionately expressed by French Creek Living History Association.
MUSIC MAKERS Saturday, October 13th: Traditional musicians share their talents and add a joyful element to the energy of the farm. Lend your ears, clap your hands and feel free to dance and sing if you’d like.
FARMER FOR A DAY Saturday, October 20th: Roll up your sleeves and prepare to get a li’l dirty! Farm chores are hard work, but can be quite satisfying. Be a part of our Children’s Garden by pitching in and contributing to it’s splendor.
PUMPKIN-MANIA PARTY Saturday, October 27th: Near the end of the season, things get a little kooky and we see nothing but orange! This day is ALL about pumpkins and ways to use them for entertainment. Pumpkin treats and antics await you.
~~Facebook~~

PUMPKIN PATCH TROLLEY – Washington, PA
~~1 Museum Rd Washington, PA 15301-6133 724-228-9256~~
~~OCTOBER 2012 Weekends (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) 10AM-5PM~~
~~Also open Columbus Day Monday, October 08, 2012~~
~~Children (ages 1-15) $7 / Adults $9~~
Enjoy fall at the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum with Pumpkin Patch Trolley, where
children can pick a pumpkin and then decorate it plus much more!
~~/ Twitter / Facebook / Facebook Page: Frank J. Sprague Official Cat of the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum~~
~~Arts and Crafts Christmas Festival~~

REILLY’S SUMMER SEAT FARM HARVEST FESTIVAL OF FUN – Pittsburgh, PA
~~EVERY WEEKEND OCTOBER 2012 10AM-4PM~~
~~Cost $6.50 per person~~
Reilly’s is open every weekend for a Harvest Festival of Fun! Hayrides to the great pumpkin patch where you’ll find all sizes of pumpkins for your picking pleasure, Pumpkin Patch Hayrides, the New Boo Barn with added excitement, the Cornstalk maze, Marshmallow roast, Balloon Typhoon, Pedal Go Carts, Pony Rides and Petting Zoo, Face Painting, Cow Milking, Scarecrow-Making, Country Store, Wanda’s Games, Ducky Plucky, Carmel Apples, Refreshments. A one-price a super Harvest Festival ticket includes activities. No reservations needed, just come and have fun!
~~Facebook~~

RENSHAW FAMILY FARM – Freeport, PA
~~314 Ford City Rd, Freeport, PA 16229~~
~~Currently no information available for 2012 festival.~~

SCHRAMM FARMS FALL FEST – Jeannette, PA
~~OCTOBER 2012~~
~~WEEKDAYS M-F 9AM-7PM~~
~~WEEKENDS SAT 9AM-7\6PM / SUN 10AM-6PM~~
We have play hay, and a corn stalk maze free of charge. For a few dollars we offer pony rides and hay rides around the pumpkin patch. Facebook

SHENOT FARM HAYRIDES – Wexford, PA
~~September 29, 2012~~
~~WEEKENDS OCTOBER 2012 11AM-5PM~~
~~COLUMBUS DAY October 08, 2012 1PM-5PM~~
We offer hayrides to our pumpkin patch and corn maze. It is a great way to spend an afternoon with your family, and it’s the perfect time to get your jack-o-lanterns, cornstalks, straw bales, decorative Indian corn–as well as our delicious sweet corn, apples, cider, and vegetables. Of course don’t forget to stop at the fudge counter! Facebook

SIMMONS FARM FALL ACTIVITIES – McMurray, PA
~~170 Simmons Road, McMurray PA 15317~~
~~7 Days a week OCTOBER 2012 M-F 9AM-6:45PM Weekends 9AM-5:45PM~~
~~Scenic Hayride and Field Pass: $8.50~~
~~Pumpkin Scenic Hayride & Field Pass: $11.00~~
Over five acres of pumpkins, Free Apple sample and cup of cider, Hay maze and 3 acre corn maze and 1 acre corn maze, 100ft slide and smaller Fire Truck slide!, farm animals. Weekend Extra Activities Include: Food Concessions, Pumpkin Carving Display, Pony Rides, Pumpkin Typhoon, Apple Sling Shot, Music by Fiddlin’ Mike and the Fiddlin’ Around Band, Apple Picking (weekend activity availability due to weather may vary call ahead). Facebook

SOERGEL ORCHARDS FALL FESTIVAL – Wexford, PA
~~SATURDAYS and SUNDAYS OCTOBER 11AM-5PM~~
~~September 22-23, 2012 to October 27-28, 2012~~
~~EAT: There will be a ton a great food every fall festival weekend including Amish donuts every Saturday for $1 each (cash only Amish donuts).~~
PLAY: Come play all your favorite festival games and try some new ones too! We have games suited for children of all ages and some free activities as well! Pumpkin Painting, Face Painting, Cornstalk Maze, Straw Tunnel, Duck Pond, Duck Race, Sluice, Ring Toss, Bounce House, Train, Spin Art, Tiny Town play area*, Straw Stack*, Pirate Ship play area*, Farm Animals*
*denotes free activity
~~ENJOY: Pick your own pumpkins 11AM-5PM, Hayrides to the pumpkin patch 11AM-5PM, Pony rides 1PM-3PM, Horse drawn wagon rides 2PM-4PM, Free samples and demonstrations~~
~~Facebook / Facebook: Garden Center / Facebook: Naturally Soergels / Twitter / Pinterest~~

SPRING HOUSE MARKET PUMPKIN PATCH HAYRIDES – Washington, PA
~~EVERY SATURDAY and SUNDAY OCTOBER 2012 11AM-4PM~~
~~$6 per person + $3 to pick a pumpkin~~
Hayride to Pumpkin Patch, Pick your perfect pumpkin, Pumpkin Land Characters, Corn Maze, Petting Zoo,…and MORE! Facebook

TRAX FARMS 43rd FALL FESTIVAL – Finleyville, PA
~~EVERY WEEKEND SEPTEMBER 22 to OCTOBER 28, 2012 10AM-5PM~~

~~FREE Admission~~
~~Hayrides: Adult $8, Children (3-12) $6, Children 2 and under are FREE~~
Enjoy a hayride to our pumpkin patch to pick-your-own pumpkin or see if you can find your way through our giant, 4-acre corn maze! There are fun things to do and great things to eat and drink including fresh apple cider and over 15 varieties of apples grown at Trax Farm, candy apples, heavenly pumpkin gobs and other seasonal treats from our bakery. Apple Cider and Caramel Apple Dip during fall festival only!
(Free Petting Zoo; Ticketed Activities include: Rainbow Express Train, Trax Challenge/ Corn Bin Mini Maze, Balloon Chase, Slide, Bounce House, Spin Art, Land Ball, Bungee Jumper, Wall Climb; Cash Activities include: Pony Rides and Glitter Tattoos) Facebook

TRIPLE B FARMS FAMILY FALL APPLE and PUMPKIN FESTIVAL – Monongahela, PA
~~September 29, 2012 to October 31, 2012~~
~~WEEKENDS 10AM-6PM (begininng September 29th)~~
~~M-F 10AM-4PM Only Pumpkinland and Cornmaze ($2.50 each)~~
~~W-TH-F 4PM-7PM (beginning October 5th)~~
~~Open Columbus Day, October 08, 2012 12PM-6PM~~
~~Activity Wristband: $11.00 per child; $7.00 per adult~~
~~Children 2 and under FREE~~
Wristband includes: Boo Barn, Rope Maze, Pumpkinland, Funny Farm, Hayride, 2 Giant Slides, Barnyard Carnival, Cornmaze, Farm Flinger, Duck Derby, Duck Slide Facebook

WOODWARD’S ORCHARD – Chippewa Twp, PA
~~727 Achortown Rd Beaver Falls, PA 15010~~
~~Monday-Saturday 10AM-5PM~~
Welcome to Woodward’s Orchard. We are a family owned orchard located in Chippewa Township. (Above Brady’s Run Park) Our store will open for the season August 1st 2012 Hope to see you. God bless you. 724-891-0102

~~CORN MAZES~~
~~Many of the above pumpkin patches include corn mazes, please check the descriptions. The following are corn mazes only.~~

COLUMBIANA MAZE CRAZE – Columbiana, OH
~~45107 State Route 14 Columbiana, Ohio 44408~~
~~(Corner of State Routes 7 and 14)~~

~~OCTOBER 2012~~
~~Wednesdays: 5PM-10PM (last ticket sold at 8pm)~~
~~Fridays: 5PM-12AM midnight (last ticket sold at 10pm)~~
~~Saturdays: 11AM-12AM midnight (last ticket sold at 10pm)~~
~~Sundays: 11AM-9PM (last ticket sold at 7pm)~~
~~(Check website for weekend weather closures.)~~
~~Ages 12 and Over $9.00 Children 5 to 11 $7.00~~
~~Hayrides: $3.00 Ages 4 and up / Barrel train rides: $1.00 per ride (S/S 12PM-5PM)~~
~~(Check website for group rates and other rates/discounts.)~~
~~NEW THIS YEAR…GEM STONE MINING ATTRACTION!!!~~
The maze this season is 20 amazing acres, 4 separate mazes in 2012, 18 checkpoints to locate! Play FSI and Farm Tracks. Gemstone Mining Attraction, Straw Pyramids, Corn Box, Corn Hole, Wood Cut-outs for Photos, Swingset, Hayrides and Barrel Train rides (Saturdays and Sundays check prices), Concessions by GandG (sausage sandwiches, steak hoagies, corn dogs, great french fries, apple dumplings, lemon shakes, ice cream, popcorn, and more! This is not a haunted maze, but you are welcome to come after dark and bring your own flashlight, or you can purchase one for $3.00 when you arrive.
*Pumpkins supplied by local farmers are available to purchase / Facebook

~~WOODEN NICKEL BUFFALO FARM CORN MAZE~~
~~5970 Koman Road Edinboro, PA 16412~~
~~(814)734-2833 Toll Free: 1-866-203-5268~~

~~Open Friday August 31, 2012~~
~~Website / Facebook~~