Soccer Shots — A youth soccer class takes place every Friday throughout the summer from 5 to 7:25 p.m. June 5 through July 31. Visit Soccershots.com for more information.

Coed Sand Volleyball — Alameda Parks Summer Coed Recreational Sand Volleyball League is back for ages 16 and older. Starts week of June 15, Monday evenings. Games are 5:30, 6:30 and 7:30 p.m. Cost is $150 a team.

Glow in the Dark Disc Golf — The park is hosting night rounds of disc golf beginning at 9 p.m. on June 26, Aug. 21 and Sept. 25. The cost is $12 per person. Players must bring their own discs.

Butler Area Community Day — Butler County Parks and Recreation and Butler Township are teaming to hold Butler Area Community Day from 5 to 10 p.m. July 1. This event will involve local food; live music by The Boom Rockets, Pittsburgh Polkameisters, and Eugene and the Nightcrawlers; and plenty of children’s activities, which are provided at no charge and include bounce houses, balloons, face painting and children’s shows. A fireworks show will close the night.

Short Track Mountain Bike Series — New this year, the park will offer a short track mountain bike race series. Races held 6 to 9 p.m. June 17, July 22 and Aug. 12.

2026 Outdoor Concert and Live Entertainment Series — The Butler County Parks and Recreation Department invites you to its free Family Summer Concert and Live Entertainment Series. The program will begin at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. All events will take place in the First Responder Pavilion, unless otherwise stated. Visit bcpr.recdesk.com for entertainment schedule.

Movies on the Lawn — A series of free, family-friendly movies will be shown at 9 p.m. Wednesdays. New this year is a change of scenery for the beloved movie series, which will be held on the Armstrong Great Lawn at the Cranberry Township Municipal Center, 2525 Rochester Road. The movie lineup is “How to Train Your Dragon,” June 10; “Frozen,” July 22; “Lilo & Stitch,” Aug. 5; and “Zootopia,” Aug. 12.

Summer Concert Series — Concerts in the Park will be held at the Rotary Amphitheater at Community Park, 111 Ernie Mashuda Drive, at 7 p.m. The concert lineup is Scott, Rob and Greg of the Clarks, June 18; Ruff Creek, June 25; Butler County Symphony Orchestra, July 2; Neon Bridges, July 23; and The Extractions, Aug. 13.

A Jennings Original Storybook Trail — “A Firefly Fourth of July,” June 13 to July 6, beginning at Blazing Star Trail. Disaster strikes, and America’s 250th birthday celebration fireworks show is in jeopardy. Come find out if Flash, a tiny Jennings firefly, can help. Discover and read the pages of this children’s story along the trail while exploring the outdoors and learning about nature. This free, self-guided activity is designed for young children and those young at heart.

Nature Trivia Nights — It's almost America’s 250th birthday! Time to celebrate by testing your knowledge of all things American Revolution — including local connections to declaring independence and beyond at 6 p.m. June 24. Come solo or as a team of five or less. Everyone can play. There will be prizes for the winners. These event is free and no registration is required.

Fireflies, Nature’s Fireworks — Jennings will hold a program about fireflies 8:30 to 10 p.m. June 27. A 45-minute indoor presentation will be followed by a stroll along the prairie trails admiring the flashes of Pennsylvania’s state insect, the firefly. This program is designed for adults and older children.

Keeping Track of Turkeys — Join Jennings staff to learn how you can help the Pennsylvania Game Commission keep track of turkeys Wednesday, July 8 at 6:30 p.m. at Jennings Environmental Education Center. Information about the ages and locations of individual turkeys and flocks can assist scientists in learning about population and reproduction success and ultimately make management decisions. Participants will learn a little about turkey biology, and how to observe, count and submit turkey data. This program is most well suited for adults and children over 10, though families with younger children are welcome to attend together (activities are not geared toward young children). The program is free and no registration is required.

Evening Prairie Walks — 6 to 7:30 p.m., July 16 and Aug. 20; Summer is the time to explore the unique prairie ecosystem at Jennings. Attend walks to witness the prairie blooms change through the season.

These guided 90-minute casual walks will focus on the plants currently blooming but will also highlight some of the animals, history and geology of the prairie. Beginning at the Prairie Side Parking Lot, this is a free experience and no registration required. Binoculars will be available to borrow on a first-come, first-served basis.

Self Guided Pollinator Walkabout — From Saturday, July 18 to Aug. 3, enjoy the bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and others that carry pollen from one flower to another ensuring seeds will be produced for the next generation of prairie flowers. Visitors can pick up a free guide and follow a designated route to discover the connection these pollinators have with the flowers they visit.

Celebrate the Bloom — Celebrate the Bloom is a free, annual event held at the center on July 28, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Celebrating the state’s only prairie, the festival includes nature explorations, engaging demonstrations, local artisans and food, and musical guests. The event is produced in cooperation with 3MJC, the friends group and funding partner of Jennings.

Monarch Watch — Aug. 15, time TBD. Monarch butterflies embark on quite a long journey traveling thousands of miles when migrating. Learn about this amazing feat and how to help scientists learn more about these beautiful butterflies with Monarch Watch.

Waterfall to Waterfall Hike & Drive — June 19. Park staff will take you hiking and driving between trailheads to target waterfalls in the park 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Leave the picnic area to visit Kildoo and Alpha Falls, hiking on the North Country Trail and scenic park roads. Trekking past the historical gristmill, head back to the picnic area and then drive to the trailhead for Breakneck Falls.

Salamander Safari — The park naturalist leads another exploration of Hells Hollow from 4 to 5:30 p.m. June 25 and 1 to 3 p.m. July 9. The purpose of the events is to view salamanders and all the other creatures that live there. Participants should meet at the Hells Hollow Trail parking lot.

Creek Critters — Those who attend the event from 4 to 5:30 p.m. July 23 will seek out salamanders, crawfish, aquatic insects and all the other creatures that live in Hell Run creek. The event is intended for families.

Crayfishing — The park naturalist will take you to explore Hell Run for some good old-fashioned crayfishing 4 to 5:30 p.m. Aug. 13. You will be amazed at how easy it is to catch crawfish without lifting a single rock.

Preston’s Pearl — Preston’s Pearl, an enclosed pontoon boat and Moraine State Park’s premier attraction, will begin tours Memorial Day and run through Labor Day. Tours begin at 2:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, or 4 p.m. for Wednesdays on the Water. Visitors can learn about the area’s natural history and osprey reintroduction, while appreciating the scenery and wildlife on a trip around Lake Arthur. Tickets, which are required, can be purchased online or at the Owlet Gift Shop.

Wild Teas Walkabout — Join a park naturalist from 10 to 11:30 a.m. June 20 for a program about wild teas made from local plants here at the park. Discuss the history of tea and have several native teas to sample. Learn how to identify some of these useful plants and spot them along the trail. Come learn the traditional uses of these teas and how to brew them yourself.

Hidden River Paddle — Enjoy a kayak paddle for beginners to explore the wildlife of Lake Arthur from 9 to 11 a.m. June 24. We will paddle the coves near McDanels Hidden River and see if we can make it the whole way to see a beaver dam.

Full Moon Paddle — Meet for a nighttime paddle from 8 to 10:30 p.m. June 28 and July 28 to explore the lake during the full moon. We will start the evening off by paddling into the sunset, then turn around and watch the moon rise, lighting up the night. Ages 12 and up are welcome.

Shannon Run Sunset Paddle — Join Moraine Park staff and explore the Shannon Run area of Lake Arthur from 6:30 to 9 p.m. July 10. During this nature-based paddle, participants will learn some basic kayak tips and set off to explore the abundant wildlife and plant life of this unique inlet.

Venomous Snakes of PA — An opportunity to learn about venomous snakes in Pennsylvania is set from 6 to 7:30 p.m. July 16 at Pavilion 7 of McDanels Boat Launch area on the North Shore. Live snakes will be at the event.

Salamander Safari — A Salamander Safari is planned from 4 to 5:30 p.m. June 25 and 1 to 3 p.m. July 9. The event begins at the Davis Hollow Marina Office on the North Shore. Explorers will search Davis Hollow Creek for salamanders and all the other creatures that live there.

Bats in Action — The park naturalist will lead a program about bats at the Mt. Zion Baptist Church from 8 to 10 p.m. July 17. Those who attend will see a bat condo in action.

Pleasant Valley Paddle — Experience the peace and tranquility of floating on Lake Arthur. This entry-level kayaking program is designed to meet the needs of those more interested in an easy, peaceful experience and nature-watching rather than a long hard paddle. Meet the park naturalist to learn about Moraine’s wildlife and experience the beauty that Lake Arthur has to offer from 8 to 10:30 a.m. July 18.

Regatta — The South Shore of Lake Arthur will host the annual regatta Aug. 1 to 2, featuring free music, fireworks, kayaking and sailing demonstrations. The regatta will be open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Aug. 1 and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Aug. 2.

Perseids Paddle — Come out and enjoy the night sky by boat from 8 to 10:30 p.m. Aug. 11. This week is the height of the Perseid meteor shower. Take in Mother Nature’s celestial natural fireworks while paddling along Lake Arthur’s shoreline with park naturalists. See the meteor shower and learn about the constellations of the late summer night sky.

Wetlands & Wildlife Paddle — Wetlands evoke powerful emotions. To some they are dark, mysterious and forbidding places, that are to be avoided at all costs. To many novelists, poets and artists, however, they have been a source of inspiration. Come paddle to learn all about wetlands and the wildlife that call wetlands their home 8 to10:30 a.m. Aug. 14.

Eagle & Osprey Cruise — On this cruise on the Preston’s Pearl pontoon boat from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Aug. 26 or 6 to 7:30 p.m. Aug. 26, you might observe eagles and ospreys soaring over Lake Arthur. Both birds have made a comeback to Pennsylvania through tremendous conservation efforts. Join a park naturalist to learn about the biology and reintroduction journey of these magnificent birds.

Join us for lunch, fun and community from June 15 to Aug. 14 at the five public parks of Butler.

Summer Schedule:

Monday — Rotary Park, 11:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; Father Marinaro Park, 2 to 4:15 p.m.

Tuesday — Christie Avenue, 11:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; Institute Hill, 2 to 4:15 p.m.

Wednesday — Memorial Park, 11:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; Rotary Park, 2 to 4:15 p.m.

Thursday — Father Marinaro Park, 11:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; Christie Avenue, 2 to 4:15 p.m.

Friday — Institute Hill, 11:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; Memorial Park, 2 to 4:15 p.m.

The program will not be held on June 30, July 3, July 8 and Aug. 4

A form must be completed for children to attend the free program. Simply fill out one time to cover the entire nine-week summer program. It is important to note that Breakthrough-Butler staff are only at the public parks during the scheduled times. Once the staff are required to leave the park, youth that are still at the public park are no longer under the supervision and responsibility of Breakthrough-Butler. For more information, contact Nick Yannotty at breakthroughbutler@gmail.com or 724-305-0720.