5 spring birds to watch for in Pittsburgh, and where to find them
For Pittsburgh residents, the coming of spring signals the arrival of warmth and sunshine, and the departure of the drudgery of a Western Pennsylvania winter. For those of us amongst the city’s birdwatchers, however, spring is much more than that. For us, spring means the return of our best friends, migrant birds. Wintering as far…
A very large guide to spring events in Pittsburgh
Thu., March 23 DANCE • DOWNTOWN Rhythm India – Bollywood & Beyond. 7 p.m. Byham Theater. 101 Sixth St., Downtown. $31-51. trustarts.org Fri., March 24 TALK • DOWNTOWN Where can you hear famed NPR storyteller Ira Glass, learn about women in hip hop, and meet the “Vietnamese Lady Gaga?” The Pittsburgh Humanities Festival has all…
Hide in plain sight at Pittsburgh’s hidden gem green spaces
As we climb our way out of the gray Pittsburgh winter, we’re of course all dying to get outside and bask in the burgeoning spring vibes. You can hit any of the usual spots, but guess what: Everyone else is, too. So where can you go to chill on some bright, green grass and zen…
What climate change means for Pennsylvania’s spring wildflowers
Spring flowers are always a welcome sight, but not when the winter season still has its grip on a region. Throughout February and March, nature lovers in Pittsburgh and throughout southwestern Pennsylvania have noticed the premature flowering of seasonal plantlife, as temperatures have oscillated wildly between sunny, warm days and bitter, snowy cold spells. Dr.…
These Pittsburgh patios, pop-ups, and food trucks will have you sprung for spring
Winter in the ‘burgh is long and gray, and even mild ones like this year’s can still really bring you down. The only way out of a Pittsburgh winter is through — but what’s waiting on the other side is the glorious (and delicious) return of spring pop-ups, seasonal food spots, and more. Here are…
