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5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: June 21-23
It’s the first weekend of summer, and the rain is supposed to push on out of here. Here are some things to do. Pittsburgh’s own Donnie Iris and the Cruisers and The Clarks both perform Saturday — at separate venues. Tough choices for true Yinzers. Iris, a local favorite, will...
In the end, injury forces Sewickley bicyclist to stop cross-country journey
This incredible cross-country bicycle journey is over, a little sooner than expected. Christian Echavarria of Sewickley had to get off the bike he planned on riding 3,070 miles. He stopped pedaling near the 1,800-mile mark. He was participating in the Race Across America when so-called saddle sores became so bad,...
Pittsburgh’s Trusst Brands lingerie company launches new collection
The right fit is it. Just ask Sophia Berman, founder of Pittsburgh-based Trusst Brands, a company she started because she saw a huge need in the market for a new bra technology that actually supported breast weight effectively. “So many women I knew were fed up with pain points caused...
Disc jockey Pauly D to perform at Rivers Casino
Let this guy spin some tunes for you. Disc jockey and reality TV star DJ Pauly D will bring his musical talents to The Event Center at the Rivers Casino Pittsburgh on the North Side at 9 p.m. Sept. 21. Tickets start at $30. Known for his role on the...
‘Let’s Move’ at Phipps Conservatory this summer
Get moving at Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens beginning Monday. “Let’s Move Pittsburgh Summer Fun Days” are five days where young and old can participate in games and crafts as well as fitness activities. The initiative is about developing healthy habits because Phipps is committed to leading children toward a...
Q&A with Vicki Lawrence as she brings ‘Mama’ to Greensburg
She’s made us laugh for decades, first on the “Carol Burnett Show,” then on “Mama’s Family,” and now, in person, at The Palace Theatre in Greensburg. Vicki Lawrence — actress, comedian and singer — brings everyone’s favorite senior citizen, “Mama,” to the stage for the performance of “Vicki Lawrence &...
Tickets on sale for annual Steel City Big Pour
The annual Steel City Big Pour beer, food, art and music festival returns this year with new times. The event offers guests an opportunity to sample varieties of craft beer and food on Sept. 28 at Construction Junction in Pittsburgh’s East End. Some of the brewers include All Saints Brewing...
A free beer for dad at The Porch at Schenley and The Porch Siena
Cheers to dad! The Porch at Schenley in Oakland and The Porch at Siena in Upper St. Clair are offering a “Draft for Dad”, to all dads dining at either restaurant location on Sunday. A spokesman said the restaurant wants to recognize the men who have taught their children the...
Launch snowballs in June at the science center
It might feel a little like winter on June 21, the longest day of the year. Snowballs will fly on the North Side outside of the Carnegie Science Center for the annual Snowball Day. Visitors who bring snowballs they created over winter and stashed in their freezesr, can name their...
North Side resident wins Best in Show at Three Rivers Arts FestivalVideo
The riots in Baltimore, Md. after the death of Freddie Gray changed the way Ulric Joseph paints. Joseph fashioned his oil paintings after photos he saw from the riots. In one, a young boy is throwing stones at the police wearing riot gear. In another, a woman is crying and...
5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: June 14-16
There are plenty of things to do to celebrate with dad this weekend. Happy Father’s Day! Be artistic This is the final weekend of the 60th annual Dollar Bank Three Rivers Arts Festival, Downtown. Friday through Sunday throughout the Cultural District, Point State Park, and Gateway Center. Get your art...
Paul Mellon’s love of horses shines in latest Frick Pittsburgh exhibitVideo
The horses appear to be in motion. It’s as if they will gallop right off the wall. The paintings of these beautiful animals adorn the gallery of the Frick Art Museum in Point Breeze. They are part of “A Sporting Vision: The Paul Mellon Collection of British Sporting Art from...
Friday is Flag Day in Pittsburgh and beyond
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania became the first state to celebrate Flag Day as a holiday in 1937. This year, the National Flag Foundation in Pittsburgh hopes to inspire Americans across the country to fly the flag for unity and civility. “My mission is to re-establish the flag foundation and revitalize...
Artists get $169K in grants from Heinz Endowments, The Pittsburgh Foundation
Cameron Barnett can continue to pen poetry — and get paid for it. The 29-year-old from Pittsburgh’s Garfield neighborhood is one of 15 artists chosen to receive grant money from “Investing in Professional Artists,” a shared program of The Pittsburgh Foundation and The Heinz Endowments announced Wednesday. The foundations awarded...
Beef Jerky Outlet opens in Pittsburgh’s Strip District
Pittsburgh celebrated National Jerky Day on Wednesday with the grand opening of the Beef Jerky Outlet in the Strip District. The outlet on 18th Street specializes in more than 100 varieties of premium jerky. There are meats like kangaroo, alligator, venison and elk, as well as specialty flavors such as...
Terrence Orr to retire from Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre
The Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre’s 50th season will be the last for artistic director Terrence S. Orr. He plans to retire in June 2020 after 22 years. Orr debuted story ballets like “La Bayadère,” “Romeo et Juliette” and “A Streetcar Named Desire.” His original production of The Nutcracker has been a...
University of Pittsburgh dedicates Philippine Nationality Room
The University of Pittsburgh dedicated its 31st Nationality Room on Sunday –the Philippine Room – inside the Cathedral of Learning. The events included a procession from the Cathedral of Learning to nearby Heinz Chapel, where the dedication took place. Pitt Chancellor Patrick Gallagher was presented a room key. Twenty years...
Sheetz specialty beer Coffee Hopz is about tapped out
If you didn’t have a chance to try Sheetz coffee beer, you are most likely out of luck. In less than one month, the brew – Project Coffee Hopz – is about to be tapped out. Sheetz’ website shows the beer is sold out in most of its locations and...
Sewickley man sets out to race 3,070 miles across America on a bike
The bike race is 3,070 miles long. It spans 12 states, crosses deserts with temperatures reaching more than 100 degrees and climbs mountains 11,000 feet tall. The distance equals 114 marathons or about the same that the average American drives in two and half months. Riders will climb 100,000 feet,...
Hey dad: Have a Smiley Cookie on Father’s Day
Give dad a smile this Father’s Day. Eat’n Park Restaurants, known for the Smiley Cookie, are giving one free cookie to all dads on Sunday. Select locations will also offer a Father’s Day Brunch Buffet from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for $10.49. Eat’n Park is celebrating 70 years. It’s...
KC and The Sunshine Band to perform at Rivers Casino
“Get Down Tonight” with KC and The Sunshine Band on July 12 at Rivers Casino on Pittsburgh’s North Side. KC—Harry Wayne Casey –brings his group to the stage to sing not only “Get Down Tonight,” but also favorites such as “That’s the Way I Like It” and Shake Your Booty.”...
Pittsburgh Symphony hires second violinist
Jeremías Sergiani-Velázquez was hired as a member of the second violin section for the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra. After spending this season on a one-year appointment, he won the audition for the 2019-2020 season. Sergiani-Velázquez has performed with the Borromeo Quartet in Boston, and regularly tours with the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra,...
5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: June 7-9
It’s Art Festival and Pride weekend. There is plenty do at those two annual events as well as other options of how to spend your time this weekend. Take pride Pittsburgh Pride, organized by the Delta Foundation of Pittsburgh is this weekend. Pride Rocks PGH is Friday, Pittsburgh PrideFest is...
Fawn, Ligonier artists recognized in ‘Art of the State’ exhibitVideo
This tea pot holds more than water. It contains the hours of blood, sweat and tears it took to make it. Known as the “Blue Bunny Tea Pot,” it was chosen to be showcased in the “Art of the State 2019 Exhibition,” held June 23-Sept. 8 at The State Museum...
Pittsburgh man wins national wine steward competition
Pittsburgh has a new champion, and it’s definitely something to wine about. Adam Knoerzer, dean of drinking and head of educational programming at Palate Partners & Dreadnought Wines in Lawrenceville, will represent the U.S. in the “Wines of South Africa Sommelier Cup 2019.” He defeated some California competitors during the...
