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Family-owned local cafe to open fourth location in Cranberry area
A popular, family-owned Pittsburgh café will open a fourth location this November in Cranberry. Mediterra Café is shooting for a mid-November opening in North Point Circle. That is in Seven Fields.
Viral TikTok video shot inside Pittsburgh hospital bringing awareness to domestic violence resources
A TikTok video shot inside a Pittsburgh hospital is going viral and bringing awareness to the domestic violence community. The video, uploaded a week ago, has been viewed more than 8 million times. It shows flyers for the Women’s Center and Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh which are placed in bathroom stalls. The flyers have rip-off tabs at the bottom and were almost all gone. The CEO for the Center, Nicole Molinaro, tells Channel 11 they are replaced every two weeks because of how much need there is for their resources. “We are thrilled that in this sort of way the word has gotten out that more resources are needed for domestic violence but that there is hope and help available.” Molinaro sat down with Channel 11′s Cara Sapida to talk about how this unexpected TikTok video helps spread awareness to such an important cause that isn’t always discussed.
Redfin Blues: Dining at Rivers Edge (Mon., 8/26/24)
With its smoky industrial history and steep river embankments, Pittsburgh has long yearned for open air eating establishments that offer river views under sunny skies. Of course, there’s no controlling the weather, but for casual dining outdoors Redfin Blues on Washington’s Landing is a qualified favorite. Featuring fresh seafood, crab cakes, peel-and-eat shrimp, as well as “handhelds” like their mighty, beer-battered fish sandwich or blackened mahi tacos, the restaurant has lots to offer. Buffalo shrimp, lobster rolls, and an all-you-can-eat steamed Alaskan Crab Legs plate are rare treats in western Pennsylvania. There’s even an outdoor section for diners who bring their pet canines. So popular is Redfin Blues among the boating and biking set that waiting lines are to be expected, especially when the weather is glorious. 100 Waterfront Drive, Washington’s Landing (accessible from the 31st Street Bridge). (C.P.O.)
Lowrie Place To Be Visited By Butler County Humane Society
A local organization is joining with the Butler County Humane Society later this week to mark National Dog Days. Residents of Lowrie Place will receive a visit from a few dogs at their Stirling Village location in Meridian from 2 to 4 p.m. Monday afternoon. Visitors are invited to bring...
Singer Taylor Acorn talks about her ties to Pittsburgh, new album and 'People Watching' video
Aug. 23—Pop-punk singer Taylor Acorn is originally from Wellsboro in north-central Pennsylvania and is currently living in Nashville. But she feels like she's going to wind up in Pittsburgh someday, since her partner of five years grew up in Johnstown and his family now lives in Cranberry. "So every Christmas, birthday, just to go hang out, we're always in Pittsburgh," she said last week from ...
Pittsburgh Ballet Performs Ballet Under the Stars at Hartwood Acres (Sun., 8/25/24)
Dancers and musicians of Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre visit the outdoor stage at Hartwood Acres to perform pieces from the company’s repertoire in a free show called Ballet Under the Stars. As the title indicates, this is an evening performance, but fans are invited to come early for a couple of pre-show events. One is a family fun events with free children’s activities and on-site food vendors, starting at 5:30 p.m. Also at 5:30 p.m., the VIP tent opens for dinner, drinks, and a chance to meet other ballet enthusiasts; this event requires buying tickets (see the web link above). The free performance begins at 7:30 p.m. Dancers will be performing a mixed repertory program. Since it starts before sunset, not many stars will be visible at first—but they’ll come out soon, and everyone is invited to dance along with the show. Hartwood Acres Park Amphitheater, 4000 Middle Rd., Allison Park. (M.V.)
Paint a Beach Sunset at This Month’s Paint-and-Sip Event at Cranberry Mall
CRANBERRY TWP., Pa. — Unleash your inner artist and enjoy a delightful afternoon of painting and sipping. This month’s Paint-and-Sip event at the Cranberry Mall will be held Friday, August 23, at 1 p.m. Event Details:. Date: August 23, 2024. Time: 1 p.m. Location: Cranberry Mall. What to...
Yinzer Yums of Yesteryear: Carmi's famous mac and cheese
This column is all about cooking vintage Pittsburgh recipes. So let’s take a trip in our wayback machine and venture to the distant bygone era known as the 2010s — specifically the year 2013. It was a different time, a better time. President Obama was in the White House, Raygun hadn’t ruined breakdancing yet, and Pittsburgers were introduced to this slammin’ mac and cheese recipe created by Carleen and Michael King of Carmi Family Restaurant in the amazing cookbook, Pittsburgh Chef’s Table.
Simone Biles ‘Gold Over America’ tour: Where to buy tickets to 2 Pa. shows
Gymnastics fans won’t have to go around the globe to see gold medal winner Simone Biles and some of her teammates perform this fall. Biles will star in the “Gold Over America” tour that will stop twice in Pa. - on Wednesday, Oct. 2, at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh and on Friday, Oct. 4, at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia.
2 sloths at National Aviary celebrate birthdays with big party
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- Two of the sloths at the National Aviary celebrated their birthdays surrounded by lots of yummy food and hundreds of guests on Thursday.It was quite the affair, with over 300 people coming to the aviary to celebrate 7-year-old Vivien and 24-year-old Wookiee, who have back-to-back birthdays on Aug. 21 and Aug. 22. Guests gathered in the tropical rainforest habitat, watching Wookiee eat a cake filled with his favorite treats like corn, green beans, hibiscus flowers, biscuits and leafy greens, all topped with a sweet potato icing. Guests signed a giant card, which was finished off with the flourish...
Sebastian Maniscalco ‘It Ain’t Right Tour’ in Pa.: Where to buy tickets to 4 shows
Comedian, actor and podcast host Sebastian Maniscalco is bringing his “It Ain’t Right Tour” to Pa. four times this fall. He will perform on Thursday, Sept. 26, at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh; Friday, Sept. 27 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia; Sunday, Sept. 29 at Mohegan Sun Arena in Wilkes-Barre; and on Sunday, Oct. 6, at the Giant Center in Hershey.
The White Buffalo releasing new live album, has 2 tour stops in Pa.: Where to buy tickets
The White Buffalo, singer, songwriter and guitarist Jake Smith, will release his first-ever live album, “A Freight Train Through the Night,” on Sept. 20. The album will be on double vinyl in a limited, collector’s edition run. It was recorded over two days in March at the Belly-Up in San Diego, California, with Christopher Hoffee (bass/keys/guitars), and Matt Lynott (drums).
Hulder Adds East Coast Dates to Tour Plans
Pacific Northwestern black metal is taking a long trek across the U.S. later this year, as Hulder announced plans today to bring their sound to the east coast for a string of dates this fall. In a year where they headlined The Decibel Magazine Tour before heading out on the...
These Pittsburgh breweries stimulate the senses through beer and visual art
If you remember the social media buzz about eating oranges in the shower — yes, that weirdly satisfying combo of citrus and steam — you’ll know it was the ultimate sensory experience. Local breweries are here to give you a sensory overload of a different kind, mixing craft beer with some visual stimulation. You don’t just get to savor local brews but also soak up local art, and maybe even take home a piece that pairs perfectly with your pint.
Gene the Werewolf to celebrate release of 'best of' vinyl record
Aug. 22—Pittsburgh rockers with a throwback sound have taken to a throwback way to listen to their best work so far. Gene the Werewolf is ready to launch its "best of" vinyl album Friday via concert at the South Park Amphitheater. Admission is free to the all-ages show, which is part of the Allegheny County Summer Concert Series. There will be food trucks, and local breweries and wineries will ...
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