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Kidtastic Summer Fun BIG MAC MUSEUM RESTAURANT Address: 9051 State Route 30, North Huntingdon Contact: bigmacmuseum.com, or 724.863.9837 Say “Cheese!” in front of the world’s largest Big Mac! Experience the high‑tech displays, hands‑on exhibits, historic memorabilia, and a state‑of‑the‑art jungle‑themed PlayPlace. Enjoy a Big Mac and all your favorite McDonald’s food including a new line of specialty coffees at the full‑service front counter. Visit the website for more information. IDLEWILD PARK AND SOAKZONE Address: 2574 U.S. Rt. 30, Ligonier Contact: idlewild.com, or 724.238.3666 With two theme parks in one, this is what family fun is all about! Whether it’s watching your child conquer his/her first roller coaster, venturing through Story Book Forest, or splashing and sliding at SoakZone, this park is a place full of smiles and long‑lasting memories. Visit the website for more information. KENNYWOOD PARK Address: 4800 Kennywood Boulevard, West Mifflin Contact: kennywood.com, or 412.461.8127 For most of us, it wouldn’t be summer without visiting Kennywood Park. Carry on the tradition by making a day of it with your family at this beautiful amusement park that dates back to 1898. Ride the classic wooden coasters like the Thunderbolt, the Racer, or Jack Rabbit, or bring the antacid and try Phantom’s Revenge or the Black Widow. Want to leave that part to the kids? Then check out the many magnificent gardens sprinkled throughout the park, or sample the bacon and cheddar fries at the Potato Patch, recently named as one of the 10 Best French Fries in the United States by Food Network Magazine. Visit the website for more information. LIVING TREASURES ANIMAL PARK Address: 288 State Route 711, Jones Mills Contact: ltanimalpark.com Kids will love learning about the furry friends and cute creatures! The park’s commitment to the animals is only matched by a commitment to creating a safe, healthy and fun environment for guests. At Living Treasures y ou are invited to touch and experience many up‑close interactions with some incredible animals. Visit and enjoy the unique LT experience. Visit the website for more information. Catch a Summer Performance IRWIN CONCERTS IN THE PARK Dates: Check the website for specific 2017 dates and times in July and August. Address: Irwin Park Amphitheater, off Pennsylvania Avenue, Irwin Contact: downtownirwin.com/upcoming‑events/public, or 724.864.3100 The concerts have become regional events, drawing folks from all over western Pennsylvania, eastern Ohio, the panhandle of West Continued on next page > Monroeville | Summer 2017 | icmags.com 27