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Andy Warhol Museum practices ‘Good Business’ with new exhibit of Warhol’s screenprints
While Pittsburgh native pop artist Andy Warhol was a multidisciplinary creator — a painter, a photographer, a filmmaker — his most iconic and lasting images are his screenprints. The Andy Warhol Museum on the North Side is bringing new insight into the artist’s extensive career in this medium with the...
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: May 23-26
Happy Memorial Day weekend! For many, this means an extra day to relax — but it’s also an extra day to fill with fun. Here are a few things going on this weekend around town, so make room in your three-day weekend schedule. Riverlife Chalk Fest For a lot of...
Front Porch Theatricals’ musical ‘Baby’ is a labor of love
Walking into the New Hazlett Theater on the North Side on Saturday night was like walking into a supersized, candy-colored building block structure in a sunny nursery. It was a sight that was both intriguing and comforting, a perfect introduction to Front Porch Theatricals’ season opener musical, “Baby.” The show...
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: May 16-18
It’s the middle of May with nice, toasty temperatures on tap for the weekend. There are great chances to hang outside — or inside, if you prefer — at these events around town. Pierogi festival Pittsburgh loves pierogis, so why wouldn’t we have a whole festival dedicated to these delicious...
Light of Life Rescue Mission partners with Geno Levi Salon to open styling space for homeless
Geno Levi was 19 years old, doing drugs with no direction in his life. He found himself living in a bathroom at a beauty academy in Washington, Pa. “The owner showed me love,” said Levi, as he shared his story on Tuesday inside Light of Life Ridge Recovery Place on...
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: May 9-11
Want to do something more special for Mom this Mother’s Day weekend than just buying some flowers and a card? How about taking her to one (or more) of the great events happening around town? Here’s some inspiration. Contemporary Craft Community Day Time to get hands-on at Contemporary Craft in...
New Castle-based Pyrotecnico will light up AC/DC’s Pittsburgh show
Pete Cappadocia has played with fire, smoke and other special effects for four decades. Known as “Pyro Pete,” the pyrotechnics expert has spent many nights lighting up the stage for some of the biggest rock ‘n’ roll bands in the world, including AC/DC, which is set to play Acrisure Stadium...
Prime Stage Theatre’s ’12 Angry Men’ is a gripping production of a classic
Considering how eager most people are to avoid a jury summons, it’s a little surprising that one of the most enduring stories of the 20th century takes place entirely within the confines of a locked jury room. “12 Angry Men” began in 1954 as a teleplay for CBS anthology series...
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: May 2-4
As of this writing, power is still out for a number of people in Allegheny County. If you are one of those unlucky households and you don’t feel like running a marathon this weekend, here are some other things you can do to get out of the house. ‘Star Wars’...
Andy Warhol print probably discarded by accident in the Netherlands
One fewer of Pittsburgh-born pop artist Andy Warhol’s works is accounted for after a Dutch town hall admitted to probably throwing it out. The 1980s silkscreen print of then-reigning Queen Beatrix is one of 46 artworks misplaced by Maashorst municipality, according to the BBC. It seems the paintings were improperly...
Man shows up to Pittsburgh hospital in critical condition after North Side shooting, police say
Pittsburgh police said a man showed up to a hospital in critical condition after being shot in the neck Monday. Public Safety officials said officers responded to two ShotSpotter notifications totaling 12 rounds fired before 3:20 p.m. near the 100 block of Lafayette Avenue on the city’s North Side. A...
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: April 19-20
Happy Easter! But even if you don’t celebrate, it’s still a great weekend to buy too much chocolate, eat too many jelly beans and put that sugar high to good use with these Pittsburgh-area events. Eggstravaganza at the Aviary Kids of all ages can take part in this seasonal event...
5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: April 11-13
It’s a great weekend to love animals, music and the city we live in. Celebrate Pittsburgh — and yourself! — with these five events around town rocking all weekend long. 412 Day Block Party 412 Food Rescue will be celebrating 10 years of supporting the community on Saturday, 4/12. Included...
A tip of the cap: Sto-Rox graduate releasing new hat collection, featuring 3 Pittsburgh Pirates styles
John Geiger could have released his latest baseball hat collection anywhere in the country, but there really was only one place — the city of his home team. Geiger, 39, a Sto-Rox High School graduate and basketball star who grew up in several Pittsburgh neighborhoods, chose the ‘Burgh and the...
Going to the Pirates home opener? What you need to know
The Pittsburgh Pirates open their PNC Park season Friday, hosting the New York Yankees in a home opener for the first time in franchise history. The first pitch is set for 4:12 p.m. — a nod to the city’s 412 area code — at PNC Park on Pittsburgh’s North Shore....
Pittsburgh nonprofit working to help Myanmar earthquake survivors
A Pittsburgh-based relief organization is among those trying to assist survivors of the earthquake in Myanmar that’s left more than 2,000 people dead. The quake could exacerbate hunger and disease outbreaks in a country that was already one of the world’s most challenging places for humanitarian organizations to operate because...
National Aviary to debut new immersive show ‘Passport to Parks’
Starting next week, you only have to go as far as the North Side to see the world’s national parks. The National Aviary will open its new immersive show, “Passport to Parks,” on April 2. The 30-minute-long show will take place twice a day, 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., Monday...
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: March 28-30
It’s an artsy, tasty, dance-y, rocking weekend in Pittsburgh and with so many unmissable events, there’s no way you’ll run out of things to do. Get dressed up, grab some friends and enjoy! ‘Madama Butterfly’ Pittsburgh Opera will mount this groundbreaking new production of a Puccini classic this weekend (and...
The Ireland Funds’ Pittsburgh Gala honors Chip Ganassi, Evan Frazier
The attire was fittingly green-tie for The Ireland Funds’ Pittsburgh Gala on Monday. Chip Ganassi of Chip Ganassi Racing and Evan S. Frazier, founder of The Advanced Leadership Institute, an initiative that promotes Black executive leadership in the Pittsburgh region, were honored at the 34th annual event, held on St....
Andy Warhol Museum exhibit showcases Carnegie Mellon University students’ work
The Andy Warhol Museum’s second floor rotating exhibition gallery is brimming with paintings, installations, video art, sculpture and more, all created by students in the Carnegie Mellon University School of Fine Arts MFA program. This first-of-its-kind exhibit, “Holding Still, Holding On,” features a fascinating range of mediums from five distinct...
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: March 14-16
If turning out for the St. Patrick’s Day parade isn’t your thing, there are lots of other events happening around the city this weekend — and even some non-green-beer-related holidays to celebrate. Check out some ideas here. Shamrock and Roll Time for weekend two of Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership’s new festival,...
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: March 7-9
Time to spring forward! It’s tough to lose that hour just for the sake of daylight savings, but you can have just as much fun this weekend as any other with what’s happening around town. The Thaw This new three-weekend festival from the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership will (hopefully) take us...
5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: Feb. 28-March 2
We’re all ready to put winter in the rear view, and there’s some hope now that March is here. But there’s still a chill in the air, so here are some fun things to do on (hopefully) one of the last winter weekends for a while. Jurassic Quest For the...
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: Feb. 21-23
Get cozy or go crazy? It’s the debate we all have with ourselves every winter weekend. And don’t worry — whatever you’re feeling at the end of this week, there’s a local event to check out. Here are some options! Soup Contest Get ready to taste some delicious soups for...
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: Feb. 14-16
Happy Valentine’s Day! Oh no — did you forget? Well, don’t fret! The restaurants may be double-booked with reservations, but there are still some events to attend with your sweetheart. Here are some Valentine’s weekend ideas. ‘Romeo and Juliet’ at Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre This weekend, see the ultimate story of...
