Buhl Day has blossomed

HERMITAGE, Pa. — For many folks in the Shenango Valley, the first Monday of September isn’t Labor Day.

It’s Buhl Day.

At least that’s been its name for the last 28 years.

Sue McLaughlin of Hermitage has been there for every one of them. Growing up near Buhl Park and using its many amenities, it was only natural the now-retired school guidance counselor would be involved in the planning of a community picnic.

Open to all residents of the Shenango Valley, the present Buhl Day is based on one held in the earlier part of this century by industrialist Frank Buhl for his employees. His picnic symbolized the end of summer and recognition of the employees hard work.

McLaughlin remembers when the current Buhl Day started in 1980 years ago it was a day with a little bit of entertainment and some food vendors. Now it’s filled with daylong entertainment and numerous food vendors which attracts thousands of visitors.

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