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Does anyone really plan summer vacations months in advance?
Some families amaze me with their ability to schedule fun miles down the road.
In my family, we’re experts of “make it up as we go” vacations. We always have a general plan: where we’re staying, for how long, and maybe one activity, such as a show or amusement park visit.
This type of getaway should have taught me to be more spontaneous (it hasn’t), but I’ve found the “stop and smell the roses” approach can be used in your hometown just as well.
If you don’t have anything to do this weekend, take this approach in Butler. So much is happening all around, all the time. Hey, maybe even be spontaneous about your next vacation. I’m sure my family will be …
Experience the Sights and Sounds of Spring walk with a park naturalist from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 14. The Sunken Garden Trail in Moraine State Park’s south shore is coming alive with animals and plants.
Support Butler Township Volunteer Fire District by attending a spaghetti dinner at 121 Sparks Ave. from 3 to 7 p.m. Saturday, April 15. Auctions and a 50/50 raffle also will take place during the event.
Saxonburg Fireman’s Club is back with a Line Dance Night at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 15. Those age 21 and older can participate in the boot-scooting boogie at 155 Pittsburgh St. Admission is $5.
From 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, April 16, get breakfast while it’s hot at Oneida Valley Volunteer Fire Department, 301 Oneida Valley Road, Oakland Township. Get pancakes, French toast, bacon, sausage, cheese potatoes, eggs and biscuits all for $12.
The Spring Craft Show and Italian Dinner Day at the Sons and Daughters of Italy lodge at 338 S. Main St. in Butler will feature vendors and food galore. The event begins at noon Sunday, April 16.
Purchase tickets for Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center’s production of “An American in Paris.” The curtain rises April 28. For more information and tickets, visit LincolnParkArts.org.
