This is a small park, but great place for bird watching and for special events…read more They have bird watching every Thursday at 9 a.m. Recently, the class spotted an Indigo Bunting and a King Bird. They have a tall "tower" (on the edge of the parking lot), a project to encourage Swallows to nest and have babies. They even have instructions if you want to build one at home. The park features two ponds, one near the entrance, across from the parking lot. Lined with willows and other trees, it's a pretty place for picnicking. Straight past the insanely tiny (holds about 10-12 cars) parking lot, is a tented area for special events. To the right of the parking lot is Marcraig House. It's a beautiful, old stone house, now used for special events. It's great for entertaining wedding or vow renewal guests...a perfect place for cocktails. There's a huge, old barn just behind the house, now used for storage. Beyond that, is a cute, quaint, little cottage, which is largely used for a catering office. I peered inside, and immediately thought it would be a great bed & breakfast place for a bridal couple to stay after the wedding. It has a small, abandoned greenhouse attached, apapparently growing a nice little crop of weeds.

Beautiful wedding location in butler pa. Great place for an outdoor wedding with ceremony on site…read more The grounds are beautiful. Staff is friendly and helpful. Great hidden gem of Butler

On December 15th, 2024 the Sisterhood's 10 gals held their annual get together at the…read moreTearoom...very quaint...friendly staff...delicious assortment of sandwiches and pastries and choice of teas...

I hosted a baby shower there this past weekend and I can't extol enough acclamation about this…read morevenue. It was cottage core vibes meets Victorian era high tea. It manages to be quaint and inviting, but absolutely stunning at the same time. The food was wonderful, the scones were honestly the best scones I've ever had and they make everything on site! Not to mention the presentation, the tiered serving trays? The different pieces of vintage china settings? The crystal goblets? Omg, take me back to the days of dreaming of having a tea party like this! My inner child is jumping up and down! This venue is small, but the perfect size for a more intimate gathering, my party was 22 people and we fit just fine. The waitress was adept at explaining the tea flavors and describing what was on the serving trays as they were set down, and the owner, Sherry, was a joy to work with. Her friendly and professional demeanor helped assuage the stress of throwing an event, and her contracts were well drafted and easily understood. I can't wait to go back in my own time just for lunch and tea! Once again, I highly recommend this lovely tea room, whether it's for an event, a luncheon or a princess party, I will be telling all of my friends about it.

The Gathering Spot is a quaint little venue for all sorts of events. We had my Mother In Laws 90th…read moreBirthday Party there on Sat.Sep 7 2014. I placed all the planning and instructions over the phone from North Carolina to Butler PA ..Guess what I put my faith in Mary Ellen and it turned out beautifully! It was decorated in a Butterfly theme. The tables and chairs and tablecloths were beautiful. It is air conditioned and quite roomy. The food was terrific. We had some appetizers, Ice Tea, Coffee, and A Gorgeous Cake ( 4 layer ) and a Ice Cream Sundae bar. Everyone, including my Mother in Law was thrilled with the place. If I was going to have a party or a shower or just a fun get together I would go back for sure...Great Place, Friendly people and a Perfect Party!

Beautiful venue! We had my Daughters baby shower at The Gathering Spot and I highly recommend this…read moreplace if your looking for a upcoming event! Mary Ellen was so helpful and easy to work with....she took care of everything before, during and after. Thank you Mary Ellen and John for your hospitality!

Warm and inviting atmosphere, very quaint! We had the Funeral luncheon there when my mom passed…read moreaway. So much nicer than a social hall. It was the perfect spot for family and friends to gather to celebrate our Mom's life. I would highly recommend this venue for wedding reception, wedding or baby shower... any event. Everybody loved this place! 5 Stars!

From the owner: The Stables at Connoquenessing strives to make every event special from weddings and receptions to…read moresmaller events like bridal showers, birthday parties, and graduations. Every guest is different, every event is different and we pride ourselves in making sure each party feels at home and part of our family. Contact us today to start planning your perfect day!

What a great experience here at The Johnston House. My mother, two sisters, and Nonna came here…read morefor lunch on a Sunday. The building is well kept, the staff are kind, and the food is absolutely delicious. If you plan to dine here, be sure to make a reservation on their website! When you are seated, you get to choose from a list of hot, cold, caffeinated and non-caffeinated tea. Your waitress will bring your table milk, sugar, and your own little tea pot with hot water that is the perfect size for two cups of tea. The set menu includes savory and sweet items. The first course items on the bottom plate are a cucumber sandwich, quiche, pesto artichoke pastry, and a chicken salad croissant with an almond crust. The middle layer is a plain scone which is paired with strawberry jam and a whipped cream. The top plate holds the dessert portion. This included a sweet pastry, chocolate mousse cup, and orange cranberry bread. The bread flavor changes throughout the year. The Johnston House also hosts events like bridal showers and baby showers. This is a venue where alcohol is not permitted, so it is perfect for a relaxed, intimate event. I can not wait to be back for my sisters baby shower in a couple months!

This is such an elegant and charming place to get afternoon tea and it's better than any I've been…read moreto in the Pittsburgh area! It is by reservation only, which is done online and you pay online ahead of time as well, which makes for enjoyable experience the day of, not worrying about the check, tip, etc. You get unlimited tea, and there are hot and iced varieties. I started with the mango passion fruit green tea and then finished the experience with the iced raspberry hibiscus -- you can switch it up as much as you want. The savories consisted of a red pepper quiche, spinach artichoke cups, cucumber Boursin sandwiches and almond chicken salad croissants. The standard tea includes one scone per person and I highly recommend ordering extra -- they're phenomenal and are served with strawberry jam and clotted cream. Our desserts were a raspberry lemon pound cake, chocolate and vanilla macarons and a vanilla custard in a pie crust cup with a fresh raspberry on top. Everything was amazing and they rotate menus seasonally. Children are permitted but it's the same menu and price for them, just FYI. I'll definitely return and recommend to others for special occasions or no occasion at all.

We had our wedding reception at Twelve Oaks Mansion. The staff and service at this venue were…read moreawesome. Leigh was available to us throughout the entire planning process. On our wedding day Leigh and Julie were very organized and kept everything moving on schedule. They worked well with the other vendors and every request that we made for the reception was fulfilled. The room was beautiful. The flowers, linens and general ambiance was perfect. They exhibited friendliness, helpfulness, and professionalism.

We recently celebrated our engagement at this location, with a guest list of over 70, and everyone…read morehad an absolute blast. Leigh, Julie, and staff were amazing and accommodating. The food was incredible and delicious. The staff setting up the venue were very approachable and intentional with their work. Highly recommend 10/10.

The Mars VFW Lenten fish sandwiches and fish dinners are one of our favorites! 10/10 would…read morerecommend and they're open to the public! Go get you some!

They only serve food on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Their food menu is rather extensive but…read morenot elaborate. It's everyday food that tastes great. The service is very good and the bar maid, Whitney is fantastic. Drinks are relatively cheap compared to other bars but you must be a member to sit in the bar area. Any one can eat there in their separate dining area. Parking is ample and the place is clean and very accessible. The building itself is a little older but well maintained. The dining room extension is new. I go there often.

The playground is a work of art; the landscaping is beautiful and green - perfect for picnicking;…read morethe walking paths are expansive; the amphitheater is a cool addition; and, there's a water fountain that serves adults, kids, and even dogs. This park has something for everyone!

Smaller and less modern than the nearby Mayernik Center, the Cabin is part of Avonworth Community…read morePark's collection of meeting rooms and event centers. The Cabin has audio visual capabilities and ample parking. There are picnic tables and a fountain just behind the building. It can hold up to 56 seated guests. The inside features a fireplace, and modernized windows that make the space quite cheerful. The Park itself is a collaboration of Ben Avon, Ben Avon Heights, Emsworth, Kilbuck Township and Ohio Township communities. You do not need to be a resident of these communities to rent the Cabin.

From the owner: The Cabin is a unique venue featuring, full audio visual capabilities, convenient parking, and…read moreprivacy. Behind the cabin, guests can enjoy picnic tables, a fountain, and beautiful landscaping. The facility is perfect for bridal showers, baby showers, and corporate events. The Cabin has a maximum capacity of 56 seated guests.