Art to Scare You pop-up show turns secondhand objects into spooky art pieces
Art attracts for a variety of reasons, for its use of color, its subject matter, its texture. To honor the Halloween season, a local curiosity shop will appeal to fans of spooky art with a new show and sale. Rough & Ready Rare Finds in Castle Shannon will host Art to Scare You, a pop-up…
Con Alma Shadyside transitions to a completely vegetarian menu
Con Alma, the popular Shadyside jazz lounge and restaurant, has changed its menu, going entirely vegetarian at the Ellsworth Avenue location. After opening in 2019 with menu items like ceviche, Ropa Vieja (braised and shredded short rib served with rice and black beans), and the Cuban chicken dish, Arroz Con Pollo, the decision to go…
New Hazlett Theater announces latest Community Supported Artist season
Pittsburgh has a thriving community of artists and creatives, and New Hazlett Theater will highlight five of these artists in its ninth season of Community Supported Art. The five shows represent a variety of media, from improvised music to an interactive game show, created by emerging artists who call Pittsburgh home. The season opens with…
Pitt faculty members vote in favor of unionization
After years of organizing efforts, faculty members at the University of Pittsburgh have voted overwhelmingly in favor of unionizing. On Tue., Oct. 19, The Pitt News reported that, out of the 2,203 faculty members who voted in the election, 1,511 voted to become members of the United Steelworkers union. A total of 612 voted against it.…
Watch your neck! Report ranks Pittsburgh as second-best U.S. city for vampires
Pittsburgh has long been considered the unofficial Zombie Capital of the World because of its affiliation with George A. Romero and his Living Dead trilogy. But a new report posits that another monster could feel right at home in the city, thanks to its cloudiness and other factors. National lawn care company Lawn Love decided,…
Pandan cake, Halloween cocktails, and more Pittsburgh food news
Farmer x Baker 1101 Powers Run Rd., Fox Chapel. rootandheartfarm.com Farmer x Baker, the popular riverside eatery, opened its brick and mortar location, Farm to Market, in Fox Chapel as of Oct. 15. The menu looks stacked with homemade bagels and bagel sandwiches, and hot and cold coffee drinks. Watch the Farmer x Baker Instagram…
Beer of the Week: Allegheny City Brewing and Dancing Gnome’s Quintessence
Beer of the Week: Allegheny City Brewing and Dancing Gnome’s Quintessence Allegheny City Brewing: 507 Foreland St., North Side. alleghenycitybrewing.com To say I moved to Pittsburgh by the seat of my pants is an understatement. It was 2018. It was a Friday. I was supposed to start my new job on a Monday. And I…
Lynn Cullen Live – 10/19/21
Video Archive Lynn is talking about a bunch of subjects today including Consumerist Capitalist Culture, Whale Rescue, Trump criticizing Colin Powell after his death, and Chris Potter of WESA’s bio. Audio Only Archive Stream or download the last 5 shows on the MP3 downloads page.
Here’s an easy way to determine your Allegheny County voting precinct
There are over 100 municipalities in Allegheny County, and in many of those, there are several, sometimes dozens, of wards used to break down voting precincts. And within those wards, there are often several districts. All in all, there are several hundred different voting boundaries within the county. It’s nearly impossible to keep track of…
State Rep. Summer Lee announces congressional run
On Tue., Oct. 19, State Rep. Summer Lee (D-Swissvale) officially announced her candidacy for U.S. Congress in Pennsylvania’s 18th District, the day after longtime U.S. Rep. Mike Doyle (D-Forest Hills) disclosed he was retiring from the position at the end of his current term. “I’m running for Congress because our community deserves to have leadership…
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre brings dance back to Benedum Center
Local ballet fans have had to mostly go without live, in-person performances for well over a year, as COVID-19 left Pittsburgh companies grappling with how to bring their art to the public. The wait will soon end when the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre leaps back on to the Benedum Center stage later this month. PBT announced…
Hugh Lane Wellness Foundation opens registration for free Friendsgiving Rainbow Turkey Bags
Thanksgiving is still more than a month away, but the Hugh Lane Wellness Foundation’s registration for its Friendsgiving Rainbow Turkey Bags begins Mon., Oct. 18, for LGBTQ+ community members in the Greater Pittsburgh area. The Rainbow Turkey Bags are described as fully customizable holiday dinners made with the help of staff and local volunteers. Registration for…
Pittsburgh’s longtime U.S. Rep. Mike Doyle is retiring and won’t seek re-election
Longtime U.S. Rep. Mike Doyle (D-Forest Hills) has served the city of Pittsburgh and its surrounding areas in Congress for more than 25 years. And on Mon., Oct. 18, Doyle announced that this current term would be his last, giving notice of his retirement. “I believe the time has come to pass the torch to…
Lynn Cullen Live – 10/18/21
Video Archive “People need to realize that you can’t compartmentalize a human being into a program. Everybody needs to loosen up. All I’m saying, loosen up! I didn’t graduate from college until I was mid-twenties.” – Lynn Cullen while talking about the non-traditional path that, Pittsburgh born, Joshua Angrist, took before winning Nobel Prize. Lynn…
Now Hiring: Head Gardener, News Reporter, Ghost Tour Guides, and more job openings this week in Pittsburgh
We searched the web, and asked our readers to help us find some of Pittsburgh’s best job openings this week. If your company or business is hiring, or you spot a cool job you think is worth highlighting next week, send it our way at jobs@pghcitypaper.com. Nonprofit Collection Manager for the Section of Birds. Pittsburgh’s…
New Pittsburgh exhibition pulls renowned female artist out of Andy Warhol’s shadow
The Andy Warhol Museum is still uncovering works that reveal a lot about the famed pop artist, even decades after his death in 1987. Jessica Beck, the Milton Fine curator of art at the museum, says new discoveries not only give insight to Warhol, but to others in his circle of fellow artists and performers,…
Nebby post alert: Drive-by fruiters return to West View
In Pittsburgh, locals call being nosy and gossipy “nebby” and Pittsburghers looooove to be nebby. And while nebbiness used to be confined to water coolers, neighborhood meetings, or chats on the porch, modern-day nebbiness can now be found online. The nebbiest posts are usually found on Nextdoor.com — a social media site for sharing neighborhood…
Pittsburgh-area businesses receive support from Black Kitchen Initiative
Pittsburgh has seen an increase in support for Black businesses over the past year. That support can come from new customers, or from programs interested in investing in a business’s well-being. Even social media accounts like @BlackOwnedPGH on Instragam can help. Now locally-based food corporation Heinz has partnered with two organizations to give a boost…
Pa. state university system announces new name for western regional campus
Say goodbye to Clarion, California, and Edinboro universities. Introducing, Pennsylvania Western University. It’s the new name for the three consolidated state-owned universities included in the western portion of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education redesign. The Board of Governors unanimously approved the merger in July, hoping consolidation will address years of sagging enrollment and…
Man tased by Pittsburgh Police dies next day after apparent medical emergency
A man who was apprehended and then tased after allegedly stealing a bike in Pittsburgh’s Bloomfield neighborhood on Oct. 13, was pronounced dead in the hospital on Oct. 14, according to Pittsburgh Police. After his arrest, Pittsburgh Police said they tased the suspect because he was noncompliant and then took him to the hospital, as…
White Whale Bookstore expands store as part of fifth anniversary celebration
Pittsburgh has a robust independent bookstore scene, and one of its staples is celebrating its fifth anniversary on Fri., Oct. 15 with an expansion. White Whale Bookstore opened in October 2016 in Bloomfield under the care and helm of Adlai and Jill Yeomans, and it will mark its fifth year by expanding its store into…
5 Questions with Buffalo Nichols
Ahead of his show opening for Drive-By Truckers on Fri., Oct. 15 at Mr. Smalls Theatre, blues musician Buffalo Nichols talked with Pittsburgh City Paper about music, touring, and the inspiration behind his latest project. Don’t be misled by the brevity of his answers, Nichols’ music is rich with the history of Black blues musicians…
Pittsburgh Riverhounds secure postseason spot for fourth consecutive year
After winning their game against the Tampa Bay Rowdies on Oct. 10, the Pittsburgh Riverhounds professional soccer club secured their placement in the USL playoffs for the fourth year in a row. This is the first time the club has made the playoffs in four consecutive seasons. The Riverhounds have three more matches in the…
Pitt theater returns with play combining Mexican folklore, insect puppetry, and concerns about a warming climate
Climate change, a strange illness, and Mexican folklore make up the plot of the play Somewhere, soon to be staged by the University of Pittsburgh Department of Theatre Arts. Written by Marisela Treviño Orta, Somewhere follows two siblings who track down the last monarch butterflies in the world after almost all the insects in the world…
Former Steelers reporter turned anti-eviction advocate is running for constable; wants to reform the little-known Pennsylvania position
Under the radar in this year’s election cycle, and, really, in every municipal level election, is the race for local constable. The office, which is usually chosen pretty far down on Pennsylvania ballots, is for a position whose main duties are to safeguard polls on Election Day. Constables may also provide services to local Magistrate…
On the Tahn: Dance parties and live music at The Government Center, Spirit, and more (Oct. 14-17)
Thu., Oct. 14 Vampires Ball Belvedere’s Ultra Dive 8 p.m. This event is a little different than other On The Tahn entries, but honestly, what’s sexier than a vampire around Halloween season? The ball will have live bands and burlesque, DJs, and vendors, so come out and get weird. 4016 Butler St., Lawrenceville. $30. 21…
Lynn Cullen Live – 10/14/21
Video Archive Lynn is talking about a “Take Back Virginia Rally” held for Republican candidate Glenn Youngkin where people pledged allegiance to an American Flag that was at the Capital Riot on January 6. Audio Only Archive Stream or download the last 5 shows on the MP3 downloads page.
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Breaking the Grass Ceiling at goodblend Pennsylvania
goodblend, Pennsylvania, a new medical marijuana growing, processing and retail company in Pennsylvania, is not only bringing a new patient experience to the medical marijuana community, but it’s also working to “break the grass ceiling” in this heavily male-dominated industry — from the top down. Liz Conway, the President of goodblend, Pennsylvania, joined Parallel, the…
Charles Yu’s latest novel does remarkable job exploring what it means to be Asian in America
Growing up in California, Charles Yu immediately noticed a difference while attending summer camps in Michigan. As soon as he got off the plane from Los Angeles, Yu realized he’d been living in a bubble where people who looked like him were commonplace. But in Michigan, he stood out merely because he was Asian. “Even…
Lynn Cullen Live – 10/13/21
Video Archive Lynn is talking about a story of a three-legged dog who helped save a mans life after he fell into the Allegheny river. She is also watching William Shatners’ ride on the Blue Origin rocket. Audio Only Archive Stream or download the last 5 shows on the MP3 downloads page.
Pittsburghers cling to history. Is my own worth determined by a “pre-autistic” past?
Despite the fact that I say “soda” instead of “pop,” have no interest in eating pierogies, and have only used the word “yinz” ironically, I have a lot of Pittsburgh in me. Here in Pittsburgh, we talk about what is by framing it as what was. We give directions based on the landmarks that used…
Soulshowmike reviews Nigel Hall’s Spiritual; debuts new podcast
Nigel Hall, longtime member of jam band Lettuce, is also well known as a founding member of The Nth Power and as a solo artist. His latest project, Spiritual, follows a period of introspection and escape from substance abuse. It is clearly cathartic, and is without a doubt a contender for my favorite album of…
Factions in Oakland are fighting to determine the future of the neighborhood’s development
At the border of South and Central Oakland lies a largely unused area right in the middle of the city. Boulevard of the Allies, a fast moving and wide roadway, cuts through the neighborhood, dissecting a section of Pittsburgh that feels out of place for an urban corridor. Oakland is a major commercial center, complete…
Corningworks’ the other shoe comments on state of country through interpretive dance
When Beth Corning saw heated Facebook discussions on topics like gender, race, identity, and religion prior to the 2020 presidential election, she found herself wanting to comment back to people she disagreed with, but her daughter advised her not to. Now, almost two years in the making, the choreographer, dancer, and founder of Corningworks dance…
Seven Days in Pittsburgh: Oct. 14-20
Thu., Oct. 14 ART • IRL Explore the works of Marisol, an artist whose contributions to the American Pop movement have largely been written out of history in favor of a white male-dominated narrative, in Marisol and Warhol Take New York at The Andy Warhol Museum. Situating her work alongside one of the most famous…
FREE WILL ASTROLOGY: Oct. 14-20
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): “We must never be afraid to go too far, for truth lies beyond,” declared novelist Marcel Proust. I wouldn’t normally offer that counsel to you Libras. One of your strengths is your skill at maintaining healthy boundaries. You know how to set dynamic limits that are just right: neither too extreme…
Black-led community spotlight: LaToya Hamm Wilson of Motherhood Redefined
For many, the joys of motherhood are hard to put into words. But that isn’t always the story for new mothers and parents. Postpartum depression is a reality for many, and it’s important to help them understand that it doesn’t mean they’re “bad parents” or not fit to be caretakers. A local program that began…
Rajbhog in Cranberry offers inventive and authentic takes on Indian street food
In Pittsburgh, the most ubiquitous Indian food is curry, and the most ubiquitous curry is probably chicken tikka masala, the tomato-based chicken dish that’s popular with just about everyone. But Pittsburgh is home to a significant South Asian community, and there are many other delicious Indian foods to try. That includes Indian street foods, which…
