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Department of

Recreation and Leisure Services

Township of Upper St. Clair
Department of

Recreation and Leisure

Community Day 2008 Activities

Mud Volleyball will begin at 6:30 a.m. This annual event for high school juniors and seniors kicks off the 30th Annual Community Day Celebration.

Run for Fun will begin at 9 a.m. sharp! The 3.1 mile non-sanctioned race will begin in the lower parking lot at the Upper St.Clair High School Stadium. The race is open to runners of all ages. Pre-register by using the form on page 11 of the Summer 2008 USC Today Magazine. The deadline for pre-registering is May 5. Race day registration is between 7:45 and 8:30 a.m.

The annual Community Day Parade will begin at 11:30 a.m. The parade will follow a route down Truxton Drive, travel along McLaughlin Run Road, and then take Panther Pass back up to the High School.

It's All About Games are from 1 – 2 p.m. at the Municipal Basketball courts. School age students can participate in a timed obstacle course and other challenges. A Water Balloon Toss will take place at 2:30 p.m.

The annual Community Day Treasure Hunt will be held at noon. Calling all pirates and children in search of treasure! Come and participate in the Treasure Hunt by searching for clues to give you a chance to win assorted prizes A Sandbox Search will be available for the youngest treasure seekers.

The 1857 Gilfillan Farm House, a work of restoration in progress, and the surrounding buildings will be open on Community Day from 12 - 3 p.m. Visit the farm for house tours, wagon rides, to see the farm animals, and much more.

Country Fair Games will be held from 12 - 3 p.m. at the Gilfillan Farm House. Join us for crafts, games and special activities designed for children up to grade 4.

The The Moon Bounce and Rainbow Express Train will be operating in the Library parking lot from 12 - 4 p.m. These activities will be offered free of charge thanks to donations from our patrons.

The Petting Zoo will be located behind the Library and will be open from 12 - 4 p.m. Children can visit the animals at no cost. There is a minimal fee for food and milk for the animals.

Clair's Kennel will be open 12 - 3 p.m. Get information regarding your pet's care and licensing. See where runaway pets are temporarily held. Talk with an Animal Control Officer. Animals will be available for adoption.

The Log House will be open for tours from 12 - 3 p.m. Baked goods will be available for purchase before and during the parade. In addition to the tours, there will be an herb sale and pioneer games.

The Duck Race sponsored by the Community Foundation of Upper St. Clair will start at 3 p.m. Watch for information on pre-purchasing your duck, or buy your duck at the Community Foundation booth on Community Day. For more information see page 66 of the Summer 2008 USC Today Magazine.

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Township of Upper St. Clair · 1820 McLaughlin Run Road · Upper St.Clair, Pennsylvania 15241
Recreation Department · Phone: 412.831.9000 Ext. 256 · Fax (Recreation): 412.833.9860
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