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JuJu Smith-Schuster says he got paid $100K to watch Cowboys gameVideo
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster claims to be making good money from a side hustle. According to CBS Sports, Smith-Schuster joined THump, a popular Twitch streamer, on his channel during the Chicago Bears vs. Dallas Cowboys game on Dec. 5. During a Twitch stream on THump’s channel, Smith-Schuster claimed...
‘MasterChef Junior Live!’ coming to Greensburg’s Palace Theatre
The “MasterChef Junior Live!” cooking competition is coming to The Palace Theatre on March 20. After a 16-city 2019 debut tour based on the Fox cooking show featuring kids ages 8-13, the extended seven-week tour will kick off March 3 in Rochester, N.Y., and visit 40 U.S. cities. “The stage...
Creative vision vs. real life often a balancing act for artists
In the 10 years that he devoted to his art, Vincent van Gogh created about 2,100 paintings. Though prolific in his output, the Dutch post-impressionist painter sold only one painting during his lifetime. “The Red Vineyard” went for 400 francs in Belgium in 1890, shortly before his death by suicide...
River City Brass slated for holiday concert at Greater Latrobe
River City Brass will join forces with student musicians for a holiday concert Dec. 13 at Greater Latrobe Senior High School. Greater Latrobe band and choral students will perform along with members of the Pittsburgh brass band at 7 p.m. in the high school auditorium for the Home for the...
2-year-old Arthur becomes star in UK Christmas ad traditionVideo
Little Arthur crawls out of bed in his red Marvel Comics pajamas, brushes his teeth and strolls outside after breakfast to his day job: helping out at the family hardware store in Rhayader, Wales. It’s Christmas and Arthur, nearly 3, has his work cut out for him wrapping presents, hanging...
Westmoreland Museum plans benefit brunch for the food bank
A holiday brunch featuring a spiked hot chocolate bar is planned Dec. 15 at The Westmoreland Museum of American Art in Greensburg. Presented in partnership with the Westmoreland County Food Bank, the event will provide information on the food bank’s mission to end hunger in the region. Following the meal,...
5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: Dec. 6-8
It’s the weekend. And there’s plenty to do whether you like penguins, shopping for handmade items or meeting celebrities like Neve Campbell and Tony Danza. Parade time The Penguins on Parade at the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium in Highland Park is Saturday and Sunday, as long as the temperature...
5 things to do in Westmoreland: Dec. 6-8Video
This week might be the best one of the holiday season. We’ve digested the Thanksgiving turkey and gotten the madness of Black Friday behind us. And all around us the parties are starting, the house tours are opening and the music is swelling. Nativities from round the globe The First...
‘Christmas Spectacular’ supports those with special needs
The Glass City Swing Band will perform music of the 1940s and 1950s during “A Swingin’ Christmas Spectacular,” a fundraiser for individuals with special needs. The 18-piece band will celebrate the nonprofit’s inaugural fundraising event to support GCSB Arts, Education and Wellness. The organization benefits Westmoreland County residents with special...
Pittsburgh pop-up bars herald classic Christmas tales
Fans of Dr. Seuss’ “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!” and the nostalgic yet still relevant “A Christmas Story,” can enjoy some grown-up fun based on the popular books’ film translations. The Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh University Place, 3454 Forbes Ave., says it is “stealing Christmas” with its Grinch-themed pop-up, open...
Entertainment planner: Dec. 5-18
Thursday Dec. 5 Chatham Baroque, string music from the 16th and 17th centuries, St. Nicholas Church, Millvale. Also Dec. 6, Westminster Presbyterian Church, Upper St. Clair; Dec. 7, Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, East Liberty; and Dec. 8, Chatham University, Shadyside. chathambaroque.org East Suburban Artists League Annual Show, Administration Building, Penn State...
Wallace Shawn talks acting, ‘Princess Bride’ and ‘Toy Story’ ahead of Steel City Con
Wallace Shawn is the definition of an entertainment Renaissance man, with great success as a performer in films and on the stage, as well as being a voice actor and an author of multiple books and plays. Whether it is comedy (“The Princess Bride,” 1987), drama (“Manhattan,” 1979), voice acting...
Highmark First Night Pittsburgh invites people to share their vision for the futureVideo
A traveling public art installation known as the Dream Wall Project is a new addition to this year’s Highmark First Night Pittsburgh events on New Year’s Eve. The project, which promotes the idea of inclusion, is the work of artist and photographer Anna Schuliger, a Marshall native who lives in...
Western Pa. resorts, museum, host light up, shopping events
Seven Springs Mountain Resort, Nemacolin Woodlands Resort and the Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art at Ligonier Valley are lighting up and offering gift ideas this holiday season. Holidays in the Highlands Seven Springs Mountain Resort will present its fourth annual celebration Fridays and Saturdays, Nov. 29 through Dec. 7. Motorists...
5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: Nov. 29-Dec. 1
You probably ate too much turkey, stuffing, potatoes and pumpkin pie on Thanksgiving. Get moving and work off all calories. The weekend is the perfect time in Pittsburgh. Here are some options. Holiday parade The 39th annual WPXI Holiday Parade presented by Neighborhood Ford Store is Saturday in Downtown. It...
5 things to do in Westmoreland this weekend: Nov. 29-Dec. 1
Thanksgiving dinner is over, Black Friday is here and the race to celebrate the upcoming holiday season is on. The days grow dark more quickly, but lights, music and festivals will lend some brightness and cheer, throughout Westmoreland County. Hit the switch, Ligonier The annual Light-Up Ligonier event invites everyone...
Entertainment planner: Nov. 28-Dec. 11
Friday Nov. 29 Family Day, Mattress Factory, Pittsburgh North Side. 412-231-3169 or mattress.org Felipe Esparza, Pittsburgh Improv, Homestead. Through Dec. 1. 412-462-5233 or improv.com/pittsburgh Jim Donovan and Sun King Warriors, Club Cafe, Pittsburgh South Side. 866-468-3401 or ticketweb.com/clubcafe Ken Ludwig’s “Twas the Night Before Christmas,” national tour, The Palace Theatre,...
‘History Dinner Theater’ features musician, educator Paula Purnell
The next edition of “History Dinner Theater” will feature musician, educator and Pennsylvania roots music researcher Paula Purnell. The 6 p.m. Dec. 5 program “Celebrate Pennsylvania in Story and Song” is set to take place in the Saint Vincent College’s Fred M. Rogers Center. The series is presented by the...
Derry Township dancers to perform in Disney World show in early December
Students at a Derry Township dance studio will get a behind-the-scenes look at Disney World next month when they perform in two production numbers at the Orlando theme park. The Dance Alley will send 29 dancers, ages 7 to 18, to the park Dec. 6-8. They auditioned to join 800...
Stay warm, see holiday lights at Lumaze Pittsburgh, a new indoor festivalVideo
Run through sparking icicles. Take a seat in an illuminated horse’s carriage. Walk under a tunnel of lights. Enter a castle of bright bulbs. Pose for a photo next to a gigantic glass slipper. These are a few of the experiences at Lumaze Pittsburgh, a new indoor holiday festival, which...
5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: Nov. 22-24
The unofficial start to the holiday season begins this weekend with the annual Light Up Night. It’s one of many fun choices this weekend in Pittsburgh Shining bright Friday is your chance to see national recording artist and recent Queen frontman Adam Lambert as he leads the entertainment at the...
5 things to do in Westmoreland: Nov. 22-24
It’s that time again, the weekend is here and we’re all looking for something fun to do. Options are more numerous than usual this time of year, as the holiday season quickly approaches. Looking for unique gifts? Wreaths Across America — North Huntingdon will hold its second annual craft and...
Latrobe’s Holly Jolly Christmas features Santa, gingerbread house contest
Gingerbread will be a featured ingredient in this year’s annual Holly Jolly Christmas in Latrobe. A gingerbread house contest is part of the downtown event, to be held 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Dec. 7. Also, children will have the opportunity to make a gingerbread cookie craft, an activity...
How a movie about Mister Rogers came togetherVideo
Marielle Heller had a daunting task. As the director of “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood,” she had the job of bringing a story to the big screen that involved two legendary performers: children’s TV host Fred Rogers and the multi-Oscar-winning actor playing him, Tom Hanks. Her mission became a...
Mick Foley brings wrestling stories, laughs to Pittsburgh Improv
When Mick Foley is on WWE television, he feels like a dinner guest. He plays a part, but it’s not his menu. When the WWE Hall of Famer is putting on a show, he feels like the cook, being tasked with making the meal and feeding guests. That’s to say,...
