Lifestyles category, Page 156
Some tips to make Halloween decor less scary for wildlife
Fake cobwebs and some other spooky, outdoor Halloween decorations meant as harmless fun can do real damage to wildlife. Halloween spending has skyrocketed in recent years, and the National Retail Federation says Americans are expected to spend $2.7 billion on Halloween decorations this year. Wildlife organizations say they also have...
Take a mouthwatering journey through time at new Pitcairn restaurant
Pitcairn has a new restaurant, and “Great Scott!” the wings are hot. The dining spot, Back to the Foodture, doubles as a pop culture museum. The place, inspired by the 1985 movie “Back to the Future,” is an entertainment time capsule filled with toys, gadgets and memorabilia from decades past....
Goddesses get their groove on at ‘yoga and more’ retreat
Goddess Groove Mountaintop Yoga and More Retreat offers men and women a chance to relax at Christian W. Klay Winery, with overnight accommodations available at the Cottages at Fayette Springs, both in Fayette County. The Oct. 26-27 event features members of the yoga community mingling with artists, wellness and fitness...
Out & About: Women in NAACP fashion show is ‘Unforgettable’Video
If you won a door prize at the Greensburg-Jeannette Women in NAACP (WIN) fashion show, you had to walk the runway to pick it up. That was the rule laid down by commentator Melinda McCoy. “If you don’t know how to walk the runway, I’ll come down there and show...
Out & About: Westmoreland Chamber bestows annual awards
In the old “Stone Soup” folk tale, some hungry travelers entice a group of villagers to combine their meager provisions into a hearty pot of soup big enough to feed everyone. The Westmoreland County Chamber of Commerce borrowed the theme for its annual business meeting and awards luncheon, held Oct....
Out & About: You Are Here gallery packs ’em in for show opening
When you’re hanging a show featuring 41 artists, it pays to have some help. At the well-attended Oct. 12 opening of the Second Annual Invitational at You Are Here in Jeannette, curator Dan Overdorff said it took “a total team effort” to create a harmonious arrangement of all the featured...
O&A: Westmoreland Hospital shop celebrates 70 years in business
The Hospitality Shop in Excela Westmoreland Hospital has plenty of the staples that a visitor could buy for a patient, like snacks, cards, magazines, books, inspirational items, personal care products and flower arrangements. It also has shawls, scarves, jewelry, handbags, umbrellas, toys, stuffed animals and more. In fact, it looks...
Can’t go wrong with these October restaurant specials
In recognition of October’s designation as National Seafood Month, Pittsburgh’s Grand Concourse restaurant is offering a shareable seafood feast throughout the month. Dubbed Charley’s Bucket for Two, the meal offers diners lobster, dungeness crab, mussels, clams, shrimp, andouille, redskin potatoes and corn for $89. Make reservations to enjoy this heaping...
Travel tip: Witches gathering for festival at Poconos resort
If the approach of All Hallows Eve has you itching to delve deeper into the dark arts, consider a trip to the Pocono Witches Festival. Set for Oct. 18-20 at the Split Rock Resort in Carbon County, the event promises exploration into witchcraft traditions, tarot, ghost hunting, seances, fortune-telling, santeria...
Living with Children: Article suggests mom ‘wear’ high-need child
“What do you do when your baby cries?” I asked the 20-something new mom who was already feeling overwhelmed and beginning to slip into post-partum depression. Her mother-in-law had suggested she talk to someone and recommended yours truly. “I pick him up,” she said. “You always, when he cries, pick...
For a picture-perfect vacation, try some photo experimentation
Smile: It’s a family photo! Consider these ideas for capturing the memories while adding photographic interest to your family vacation: People pictures It’s true. Every picture tells a story. In the months and years ahead, you’ll be glad you nudged the kids or grandparents to succumb to “one more photo.”...
How to thresh dry beans
If you grow beans for drying in the garden, harvest time is here. Dried beans are ready for harvest as soon as the pods turn completely dry and begin to crack open. After the dried pods are harvested, you’ll need to thresh and store the beans for later use. Threshing...
U.S. consumers snap up Italian Parmesan before tariffs hitVideo
MILAN — U.S. consumers who appreciate the tang of aged Italian Parmesan cheese as an aperitif or atop their favorite pasta dish are stocking up ahead of next week’s tariff hike and as dairy producers in the two countries square off. The Italian agricultural lobby Coldiretti said Friday that sales...
Relay for Life events help American Cancer Society all year
On Oct. 17, downtown Greensburg will be filled with teams raising money for a good cause while having a heck of a good time. As part of the Great Race of Greensburg, more than a dozen teams of four to six people will run their own version of television’s “The...
Iconic and timeless: Katharine Hepburn fashions at The Frick PittsburghVideo
How is Katharine Hepburn — an actress born more than 100 years ago, whose film heyday was in the mid-20th century — still relevant? “Katharine Hepburn: Dressed for Stage and Screen,” opening Oct. 19 at The Frick Pittsburgh, will include 37 designer creations from Hepburn’s iconic career, while also revealing...
Some maples (sugar) are more desirable than others (Norway)
It’s not easy to figure out which maples you want on your property. The good ones are the sugar maples, their leaves ablaze each fall in yellow, red and orange. The less desirable ones are the Norway maples, their leaves green well into fall. I don’t hold that lingering greenness...
Is that compost squash surprise edible?
Question: I have a question about volunteer squash plants in my compost pile. More than likely they are from butternut seeds. A few look true, a couple have narrower crooked necks and one is gigantic! Are they edible? Answer: Some plant families are self-pollinating, including beans, peas and tomatoes. That...
10 best shrubs to plant this fall
The bright orange flowers of a kerria shrub showed up for a second time at the end of the summer. It was a wonderful surprise as the blooms have a showy, intense color. Kerria is easy to grow in part shade, and it’s underused in the landscape. The flowers are...
RV sale coming to Pittsburgh convention center
People looking for that special vehicle to hit the open road might want to stop by the David L. Lawrence Convention Center on Friday, Saturday or Sunday. A recreational vehicle Super Sale will feature acres of vehicles and accessories hosted by the producers of the annual Pittsburgh RV Show. Some...
Halloween Hauntings tours scheduled at Compass Inn Museum
Newly carved jack-o-lanterns will illuminate walkways as visitors arrive for the annual Halloween Hauntings tours at Compass Inn Museum. Tours led by costumed docents are scheduled for 6-9 p.m. Oct. 19, 26 and 27 at the 18th-century stagecoach stop at 1386 Route 30, Laughlintown. Tours starting from 6 to 7:15...
‘Jesus Shoes’ filled with holy water sell out for $3,000
Is it the holy water in the soles? Perhaps it’s the crucifix on the laces. Or maybe it’s the stitched “MT 14:25” on the side. We know it can’t be the bargain basement price: $3,000. Whatever it is, the Jesus Shoe is one hot item. The sneakers that appear to...
Chick-fil-A is top restaurant for teens, according to new survey
For the fourth consecutive time, Chick-fil-A is the top restaurant for teens, according to a new survey. The chicken chain topped Starbucks, Chipotle, McDonald’s and Dunkin Donuts in the survey conducted by Piper Jaffray’s 39th semi-annual “Taking Stock With Teens” survey. Chick-fil-A garnered 18% of the top votes, while Piper...
Out & About: Visitors bureau dinner lauds champions of tourism
For the Laurel Highlands Visitors Bureau’s 61st Annual Tourism Dinner, organizers chose a setting that highlights the beauty that draws visitors to the region. The event was held Oct. 8 in the lodge of Laurel Mountain Ski Resort, overlooking the picturesque Ligonier Valley. LHVB Executive Director Ann Nemanic and other...
McDonald’s offers McWedding packages for McCouplesVideo
Talk about lovin’ it! Couples looking for a quick hitch — not to mention a quick bite to eat — might consider saying their “I Dos” under the golden arches. That’s right, McDonald’s has wedding packages for the hungry bride and groom. And it will set you back only about...
Twitter users make horror movies less scary — and are hilariousVideo
If horror movies are something you just can’t stomach, perhaps the Twittersphere can calm your nerves. #MakeAHorrorFilmLessScary started trending Tuesday and it’s just the diversion we needed in this scary month. It’s an easy game to play, and the results are just wonderful. Case in point: #MakeAHorrorFilmLessScary A Nightmare On...
