Misery loves company at barebones productions’ first in-person show in two years
Misery loves company. For barebones productions’ return to its Braddock theater after two years away, Misery comes in the form of a William Goldman play based on the famous Stephen King novel, paired with the company of a pop-up speakeasy bar that will be open before, during, and after all shows. Misery, showing May 13-June 5…
Turning 125, an embattled borough looks to the future
The borough of North Braddock is celebrating its 125th birthday. The Pittsburgh eastern suburban borough, bordering Braddock Hills, Wilkins Township, Chalfant, East Pittsburgh, and Braddock, officially turned 125 years old on April 26. North Braddock has a population of about 4,597, according to council president Lisa Franklin-Robinson, and the borough’s population peaked about 92 years…
Remake Learning Days returns with more than 175 free learning events for kids and families
Remake Learning Days, “the nation’s biggest family-friendly learning festival,” is offering more than 175 learning events in southwestern Pennsylvania set to take place starting April 22 and continuing through May 23. The free events for local kids and families include a mental health block party, opportunities to try out new skills like song recording, wheel-throwing…
Summer teas, festivals, and more Pittsburgh food news
Greek Food Festival 419 South Dithridge St., Oakland. stnickspgh.org Starting Sun., May 1 and running through Sat., May 7, this Greek Food Festival has been a tradition in Pittsburgh for 60 years. Enjoy authentic Greek food, desserts, and music, and maybe dance a little if you feel inclined. A full schedule is available to view…
Lynn Cullen Live: Elon Musk buys Twitter (04/26/22)
“When you bump into a doctor that treats you like a person, a unique person, it’s mindblowing!” Lynn and Susan are discussing visiting the doctor and the experiences you have. Plus the talk about the Johnny Depp trail, John Stewart’s speech accepting the Mark Twain prize for American Humor, and Elon Musk buying Twitter. Audio…
Where to take mom in Pittsburgh for Mother’s Day brunch
You could buy your mom a card and some flowers. Or you could treat your mom to a memorable meal at one of many Pittsburgh restaurants. The Pittsburgh City Paper compiled a list of places where you can take the person you call “mom.” The PA Market 108 19th St., Strip District. thepamarket.com This Strip…
Lynn Cullen Live: The American Attention Span (04/25/22)
“They’re asked questions like, ‘What would you do to stop gun violence? You have 15 seconds.’ I’m not kidding every question was a question where you could thoughtfully speak for hours, and the most time they were ever given was at most a minute. There’s television for you. There’s the dumbing down of America for…
Now Hiring: Ice Cream Truck Driver, Zoo Mascot, and more Pittsburgh job openings
We searched the web to find some of Pittsburgh’s best job openings this week. If your company is hiring, send info including a job title, description, and salary range to jobs@pghcitypaper.com. Nonprofit Fishing Program Manager. Local nonprofit Venture Outdoors is seeking a full-time Fishing Program Manager. Responsibilities include managing fishing programs, training staff, building partnerships, and more.…
Pennsylvania officially enacts carbon pricing for power plants
Regulations forcing Pennsylvania power plant owners to pay for every ton of carbon they release into the atmosphere were finally published on April 22. The rule’s publication comes two-and-a-half years after Gov. Tom Wolf set the regulatory gears in motion with an executive order. However, both supporters and opponents expect that further legal action could…
Director Lee Daniels to shoot horror film Demon House in Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh has boasted an impressive number of film and television productions recently, even in the midst of the pandemic. And based on some news coming out of the Pittsburgh Film Office, that number will only grow with a new project from Netflix and acclaimed director Lee Daniels. According to reports by Trib Live and the Pittsburgh…
DOORS OPEN launches new tours with fascinating Pittsburgh locations
DOORS OPEN has worked to introduce the public to the architecture and design behind some of Pittsburgh’s most memorable buildings. The nonprofit will continue this mission with the launch of what it’s calling a “robust in-person tour schedule” from now through October. Beginning on Sat., April 23, DOORS OPEN will kick off its Insider Tour schedule…
New event series welcomes workers back to Downtown Pittsburgh
A new event series kicked off on April 21, bringing live performances from musicians and entertainers, food vendors, an outdoor beer garden, and more to the U.S. Steel Plaza in Downtown Pittsburgh. The first Pittsburgh Opens, a new happy-hour series from Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey’s office, was designed to celebrate Downtown workers and residents coming…
Steel City shows love for Kennywood with new clothing line
Amusement park fans were awarded early access to all the revamped rides, food, and fun offered this year at Kennywood. Now Steel City, a local clothing brand that makes Pittsburgh-themed graphic T-shirts, sweatshirts, hoodies, and more, has released a new line honoring the historic park, which is celebrating its 125th season. Dropped on Fri., April 22, the…
The Neverending Malcolm Kenyatta Story
Politicians: Are they just like us? At first, this seems to be the central animating concern of A New Day, a political ad from Malcolm Kenyatta’s campaign for the U.S. Senate. It begins with a shot of Kenyatta walking out of his Philly home, getting a kiss from his partner who hands him a nicely…
Bach Choir of Pittsburgh creates a monster with live-scored Frankenstein screening
Halloween season is months away, but that doesn’t mean horror is off-limits. To prove this, a Pittsburgh music group will present a spooky springtime event in honor of a beloved movie monster. The Bach Choir of Pittsburgh will bring Monster: Frankenstein Re-Imagined to The Oaks Theater as part of its stated mission to “present unique…
On the Tahn: Dance parties and live music at Brillobox, Cobra, and more (April 21-23)
Thu., April 21 Live! at Kingfly Kingfly Spirits 7 p.m. Join Kingfly for a night of jazz featuring the Anton DeFade Quintet, composed of JD Chaisson, Patrick Breiner, Jacob Pleakis, Anton DeFade, and Brian Wolfe. 2613 Smallman St., Strip District. $10 suggested. 21 and over. kingflyspirits.com Fri., April 22 Livefromthecity at Peirce Studio Peirce Studio…
Lynn Cullen Live: DeSantis Takes On Disney (04/21/22)
“If you dare criticize, or withhold support from the ‘leader’, the ‘king,’ you will be targeted. You will be culled from the corporations that have done the right thing, and you will be held up as an example. You will be retaliated against in a clear act of vengefulness, and in a clear showing that…
After Hours: Natalie Bencivenga interviews Maria Montaño
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pittsburgh City Paper (@pghcitypaper) After Hours host Natalie Bencivenga interviews Maria Montaño, an LGBTQ and labor advocate who was sworn in January as Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey’s press secretary, the first trans woman to hold the position. Listen as they discuss infrastructure, UPMC, the climate crisis,…
Lynn Cullen Live – 04/20/22
Lynn is talking about Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ ban on some textbooks at schools that they feel promotes Critical Race Theory, plus the outrage about a “Satan Club” being discussed at a Northern York County School Board Meeting. Audio Only Archive Stream or download the last 5 shows on the MP3 downloads page.
The top events in Pittsburgh for April 21-27
Thu., April 21 KIDS • IRL The Heinz History Center recognizes Autism Awareness Month with Sensory Friendly Days, hosted by Dick’s Sporting Goods. The week will make the museum a more sensory-friendly space for children who need it, with increased directional signage throughout, designated break and rest spaces, mitigation of sudden or loud sounds and…
The 4/20 Issue
Happy 4/20! Pittsburgh City Paper is devoting its April 20, 2022 issue to the biggest holiday of the year for cannabis consumers, featuring everything from stories about a bill aiming to allow people to home grow to a story informing patients about the best local discounts at area dispensaries. We’ve also got an incredible first-person…
Advocates and legislatures call for Delta-8 regulation
While you need a special license to sell marijuana in Pennsylvania, anyone can sell Delta-8, a related product extracted from hemp. Vapes, gummies, and products containing Delta-8, sometimes referred to as “legal weed,” are widely available for purchase over the counter because of an oversight in a four-year-old federal law. But advocates for cannabis and…
A guide to discounts at Pittsburgh-area medical marijuana dispensaries
Medical marijuana has been legalized in Pennsylvania since 2016, and dispensaries began popping up in 2018. There are many different dispensaries to choose from for your medicinal marijuana needs, and like other retail stores, there are different discounts offered to patients. From first-time customer discounts to birthday deals, these Pittsburgh-area dispensaries have benefits to help…
Dispensary employees explain medical marijuana product labels
Trying to navigate the large variety of available medical marijuana products can be overwhelming, especially for new patients shopping at a dispensary for the first time. Picking the form of cannabis (ie: vape, tincture, capsule, dry leaf, etc.) is just the first step. There are also two species of strains to choose from, plus a…
Medical marijuana patients want to grow their own weed. Will the state let them?
According to patients, caregivers, and their advocates, Pennsylvania’s Medical Marijuana Program leaves a lot to be desired. The program got a C+ in a recent report by California-based advocacy group Americans for Safe Access, which examined nationwide access to medical weed. Pennsylvania’s score is a full letter grade lower than the national average, and the…
The Last Cannabis Prisoner: “In my waning days of freedom, every second brings melancholic pain”
In a few weeks, I’ll be commencing a mandatory minimum five-year federal prison sentence for a first time, non-violent cannabis offense. Federal prosecutors waited 28 months to charge me for this crime. In that time, our region and nation went through two Presidential administrations, at least two United States Attorneys, three Attorney Generals, several national…
As insurers balk at cannabis, companies step in to make sure businesses are protected
In the ever-growing field of cannabis production, growers and dispensary owners still face a number of hurdles. Jennifer Zalkin, director of the National Cannabis Risk Management Association, works with cannabis suppliers all over the country, and says that, while laws have expanded growing and distribution, confusion over regulations and general practices still make it risky…
Cali Sober heads east as Pittsburghers ditch booze for pot
Pittsburgh is a drinking town. The Steel City has been named the No. 1 city in the U.S. for beer drinkers, and it’s no surprise for a town so well known for its sports fans and events which encourage alcohol during celebrations. But this can be difficult for people who don’t drink, or who are…
FREE WILL ASTROLOGY: April 21-27
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Aries author Marge Piercy writes, “I love people who harness themselves, an ox to a heavy cart, who pull like water buffalo, with massive patience, who strain in the mud and the muck to move things forward, who do what has to be done, again and again.” According to my analysis…
