City of Pittsburg

Kite Festival
2023-07-01 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Pittsburg High School, 1978 E. 4th Street, Pittsburg, KS, 66762, United States
Ten thousand kites are making their way to Pittsburg all the way from India for Pittsburg’s first ever Kite Festival, scheduled for Saturday, July 1. This high-flying adventure will take place from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm at Pittsburg High School.
Sponsored by Al Patel with Pitt Discount Liquor and Pitt Discount Smokes along with Chirag Patel with the Pittsburg Dairy Queen, this new event is partnering with the Pittsburg Parks & Recreation Department and is free to attend. Patel is providing a kite and thread for all participants. Food trucks will also be set up at the festival for those who wish to purchase food.
For more information, contact the Pittsburg Parks and Recreation Department at (620) 231-8310.

Scrabble Club
2023-07-01 12:00 - 16:00 | Pittsburg Public Library, 308 N Walnut, Pittsburg, KS, 66762, United States
You’re invited to Scrabble Club at Pittsburg Public Library. Join us every other Saturday at the Library from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. All skill levels are welcome. Feel free to B.Y.O.B. — Bring your own board.

Maker Monday 2023
2023-07-03 14:00 - 15:00, 2023-07-10 14:00 - 15:00 | Pittsburg Public Library, 308 N Walnut, Pittsburg, KS, 66762, United States
Kids and teens ages 10-18 are invited to the library on Mondays at 2:00 p.m. throughout the summer to make a fun project. Create and take home a new craft each week!
All supplies are provided for this free program. Maker Monday will be held in the library’s meeting room on Mondays from June 5 through July 24. No registration is required.
Please note that the Pittsburg Public Library will be CLOSED on Monday, June 19, 2023.

Summer Story Time Monday @ The Library
2023-07-03 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-07-10 18:00 - 19:00 | Pittsburg Public Library, 308 N Walnut, Pittsburg, KS, 66762, United States
Pittsburg Public Library invites you to join us for the All Together Now Summer Story Time session, from June 5 through July 26, 2023.
Monday evening Story Time is at 6:00 p.m. and will be held at the Pittsburg Public Library.
Tuesday and Wednesday Story Time in June are at 10:00 a.m. and will be held in the shade at beautiful Lincoln Park. Look for the PPL Bookmobile! In case of rain, we will move Story Time to the Library. Check PPL’s social media for updates or give us a call.
When the weather heats up in July, all Story Times will be held in the cool air conditioned comfort of the Pittsburg Public Library. Monday evening at 6:00 p.m., and Tuesday and Wednesday at 10:00 a.m.
Story Time is a free program open to kids and families. Enjoy puppet shows, books, and crafts developed to support early literacy. No registration is required. Please call the Library at 620-231-8110 for more information.

4th of July Festival
2023-07-04 | Lincoln Park, 813 Memorial Dr, Pittsburg, Kansas, 66762, United States
Pittsburg Parks & Recreation Department is proud to hold the annual 4th of July Festival in Pittsburg each year to celebrate Independence Day. Activities include live performances, music, kid-friendly activities, amusement park rides, food vendors, and our grand finale – the fireworks show!
This festival takes place on Tuesday, July 4, 2023 from 8:00 am to dusk at Lincoln Park.
Vendors:
If you are interested in being a vendor at the 4th of July Celebration, complete our vendor applications below. For questions about the application, call 620-231-8310.
2023 GENERAL VENDOR APPLICATION
2023 FOOD AND BEVERAGE VENDOR APPLICATION

Library Closed
2023-07-04 | Pittsburg Public Library, 308 N Walnut, Pittsburg, KS, 66762, United States
Pittsburg Public Library will be closed on Tuesday, July 4 in observance of the July 4th holiday. Regular hours will resume at 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 5. Have a safe and happy 4th of July!
PS — Don’t forget our amazing digital library is open 24-7-365 with streaming movies, ebooks, eaudiobooks, magazines, etc.: https://pplonline.org/digital/

Red, White, and Pickles
2023-07-04 09:00 - 17:00 | Four Oaks Sports Complex, 910 Memorial Dr., Pittsburg, KS, 66762, United States
The 4th of July is here, and so is the Red, White, and Pickles Open Tournament! The tournament kicks off at 9 AM at Four Oaks’ Pickleball Courts.
Make sure to pre-register by July 3rd by calling 620-231-8310.
Entry fee is $10.

4th of July Car Show
2023-07-04 10:00 - 17:00 | Don Gutteridge Sports Complex, 702 Memorial Dr., Pittsburg, KS, 66762, United States
Calling all automotive enthusiasts!

July 4th
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Don Gutteridge Sports Complex | McNally Drive
Check-In At Northeast Entrance
$15.00 Per Car
Divisions
Best Street Rod 1900 – 1948
Best Rat Rod
Best Modern Muscle
Best Chevy, Ford, Mopar
Best Motorcycle

Register Today!
620-231-8310 | 710 W 9th St.

Summer Story Time @ The Library
2023-07-05 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-07-11 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-07-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Pittsburg Public Library, 308 N Walnut, Pittsburg, KS, 66762, United States
Pittsburg Public Library invites you to join us for the All Together Now Summer Story Time session through July 26, 2023.
When the weather heats up in July, all Story Times will be held in the cool air conditioned comfort of the Pittsburg Public Library. Monday evening at 6:00 p.m., and Tuesday and Wednesday at 10:00 a.m.
Story Time is a free program open to kids and families. Enjoy puppet shows, books, and crafts developed to support early literacy. No registration is required. Please call the Library at 620-231-8110 for more information.

Pittsburg Farmers' Market
2023-07-05 16:00 - 18:00, 2023-07-12 16:00 - 18:00 | Pittsburg Farmers’ Market Pavilion, 119 E. 11th St., Pittsburg, KS, 66762, United States
At the Pittsburg Area Farmers’ Market, you’ll find fresh, locally-grown produce and farm-processed foods. Our vendors offer seasonal fruits and vegetables, meats, baked goods, jams and preserves, nursery plants, flowers and more. Local artisans also sell handmade crafts and home goods. As part of our commitment to providing fresh, healthy foods for everyone in our community, we accept EBT/Vision/SNAP cards.
2023 Market Dates:
Saturdays | 8:00 am – 12:00 pm (April 15 – Oct. 28)
Wednesdays | 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm (June 7 – Aug. 9)

Teen Nights at Pittsburg Public Library
2023-07-06 17:30 - 19:00 | Pittsburg Public Library, 308 N Walnut, Pittsburg, KS, 66762, United States
In July, we’re shifting Teen Nights back over to the library. Teens going into grades 6-12 in the fall are invited to Pittsburg Public Library for Teen Nights!
Every Thursday in July from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m., teens going into grades 6-12 in the fall can join library staff for drinks, snacks, video games, movies, anime, and good vibes in the library’s meeting room.
July 6: Video Games
As many screens and game consoles as we can fit in the meeting room.
July 13: Twilight
“Beautiful? This is the skin of a killer, Bella.” Know your meme history and watch Twilight with us.
July 20: Anime Club
A meet-up for fans of all things anime and manga.
July 27: Good Vibes Party
Celebrate the end of summer with a party of 60s/70s good vibes.

Youth Soccer Camp
2023-07-11 09:00 - 11:00, 2023-07-12 09:00 - 11:00, 2023-07-13 09:00 - 11:00 | KS
Join the summer fun and sign your kids up for the Youth Summer Camp. Camp takes place from July 11 to 13.
4 – 8 years old: 9 – 10 AM
9 – 12 years old: 10 – 11 AM
Call to register at 620-231-8310

VolunTeens
2023-07-11 14:00 - 16:00 | Pittsburg Public Library, 308 N Walnut, Pittsburg, KS, 66762, United States
Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to the library on Tuesday afternoons for VolunTeens: the library’s teen volunteer program.
Earn service hours, help your community, and meet new friends!
Tuesdays, June 6 – July 25
2:00-4:00 p.m.
Open House
No program July 4.

Red Cross Blood Drive
2023-07-12 10:00 - 16:00 | Memorial Auditorium, 503 N. Pine St., Pittsburg, KS, 66762, United States
Click Here to Sign-up Online

Library Board of Trustees Meeting
2023-07-12 16:30 | Pittsburg Public Library, 308 N Walnut St., Pittsburg, KS, 66762, United States
The Library Board of Trustees will hold its monthly meeting in-person in the library meeting room. Meetings are typically held on the second Wednesday of each month at 4:30 pm. For more information, contact Bev Clarkson at (620) 231-8100.

PPL Board Meeting
2023-07-12 16:30 - 17:30 | Pittsburg Public Library, 308 N Walnut, Pittsburg, KS, 66762, United States
The PPL Board of Trustees meet on the second Wednesday of each month. Board Meetings are open to the public.

Sustainability Advisory Committee Meeting
2023-07-12 17:30 | City Hall, 201 W. 4th St, Pittsburg, Kansas, 66762
The Sustainability Advisory Committee will hold its regularly-scheduled monthly meeting at City Hall. The committee typically meets every second Wednesday of the month at 5:30 pm. Contact Jay Byers at (620) 230-5685.
