Concordia Gears Up For Summer Events

With a history that spans over 130 years, Concordia has developed a pretty strong reputation for delivering excellent, faith-based care at a value that we believe is unmatched. Throughout that history, summer events have always been something residents, families and our local community have embraced…. So we like to think we’re also becoming pretty well known for our community events!

Get your pens out – this summer, we have a number of events worth marking your calendars for!

Fishing Derby for Kids 14 and Under
When: Saturday, May 30 from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Where: Lake Saxony at Saxony Farm Estates
Details: This is open to the community and EVERYTHING IS FREE! Admission, bait, hot dogs, refreshments, parking, prizes and more! A few fishing poles will be available to borrow, but bring your own if you have one. To register, call Frank Skrip at 724-352-1571, ext. 8268.

Open House/Full Throttle Band Concert
When: Sunday, June 7, Open House from 3 – 6 p.m. and concert after
Where: Concordia at Cabot, Haven 2 back patio
Details: Open to the community. If you’ve ever wondered what Retirement Living at Concordia would be like, this is your chance to learn, tour one of the buildings and ask some questions. And then check out a free concert featuring music from the 60s and 70s! 

Camp Erin® Pittsburgh
When: June 12 – June 14
Where: YMCA Camp Kon-O-Kwee Spencer
Details: FREE overnight bereavement camp. Camp Erin® Pittsburgh is for children and teens, ages 6-17, who have experienced the loss of a loved one. The free camp combines traditional, fun-filled recreational activities with grief education, peer bonding and emotional support. Camp is staffed by professional counselors and campers are paired with trained volunteers. A memorial service is held at the end of the weekend for campers and their families. WE ARE STILL ACCEPTING CAMPER APPLICATIONS! For more information  or to download a camper registration form, visit Camp Erin Pittsburgh’s website here, or call Good Samaritan Hospice at 1-800-720-2557.

12th Annual Golf Outing
When: Monday, July 13 at 9:30 a.m.
Where: Treesdale Golf and Country Club
Details: Open to the community, but individual golfers must register by June 30 (click here to download a printable PDF registration form). The cost per golfer is $185 for greens fees, cart, gift, light breakfast, lunch, dinner, and reception (with gift basket auction). Registration is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. with the shotgun start at 10:30 a.m. Social Hour begins at 3:30 p.m. with dinner following at 4:15 p.m. Proceeds benefit Concordia’s charitable care fund – the Good Samaritan Endowment Fund. Sponsorship opportunities are available; call Beth Wichrowski at 724-352-1571, ext. 8298 for more information.

Concordia Summer Festival 2015
When: Sunday, July 26 from noon – 6 p.m.
Where: Concordia at Cabot, Lund Care Center back yard
Details: Open to the community. This event has been going on since Concordia’s earliest years, originally as a fundraiser for the Concordia orphanage. Today, the event has become a family affair, with great food, tons of kids activities, live music and a worship service. The theme this year is “Goin’ Country,” and should be a blast!

15th Annual Concordia Dog Show
When: Wednesday, August 12 at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Concordia at Cabot, Lund Care Center back yard
Details: Open to the community. Admission is free; guests are encouraged to bring a chair, as seating is limited. The event features dogs owned by residents, residents’ families and employees, and has grown each year. Prizes are awarded for Most Friendly, Most Obedient, Best Performer and Best Groomed. For more information, call Jaime White at (724) 352-1571, ext. 8302 or Roberta Breninghouse at ext. 8241.

For more information on coming events at all Concordia locations, visit the Events & News section of our website or call the public relations department at  724-352-1571, ext. 8266.