Pittsburgh Film Kitchen seeks short movie submissions for Halloween Hootenanny
Horror movies are a staple of the fall season, as viewers indulge in slashers, monster flicks, ghost stories, and other offerings from the genre as a way to build up to Halloween. Now, Pittsburgh Film Kitchen and Jump Cut Theater want local filmmakers to contribute to this tradition by submitting to a Halloween-themed short film…
Senate committee tackles $104 million deficit in uncollected Pa. Turnpike tolls
Since the Pennsylvania Turnpike converted to all-electronic tolling in June 2020, nearly $105 million in fees went uncollected. On Sept. 22, the 14-member Senate Transportation Committee launched an inquiry to find out why, and to evaluate ways to avoid revenue “leakage” — unpaid tolls. “This is not a small number. We’re not talking about a…
5 Questions with Jami Morgan of Code Orange
Code Orange has made its hometown of Pittsburgh proud, continuously delivering its own brand of hardcore punk to fans with Grammy-nominated albums. Now the band returns to live touring, and will belatedly celebrate the March 2020 release of its album Underneath, which has been lauded by the Guardian as a “thrilling new form of molten metal.”…
UPDATE: Pittsburgh City Council votes unanimously to prohibit declawing cats in the City of Pittsburgh
Update — 3 p.m. Tue., Sept. 28 Pittsburgh City Council voted unanimously Tue., Sept. 28, in favor of City Councilor Bobby Wilson’s bill to prohibit the declawing of cats within the city. The vote comes a week after a Sept. 22 Standing Committee meeting, during which animal care groups, veterinarians, and others spoke about the…
Pa. House Republicans punt on school masks vote after returning early to address it
Pennsylvania House Republicans promised they’d start an internal conversation on Sept. 20 about how to best roll back Gov. Tom Wolf’s school mask mandate. As some areas of Pennsylvania struggle with COVID-19 case spikes, House Majority Leader Kerry Benninghoff (R-Centre) said at a press conference that Republicans “believe that those school boards, in conjunction with…
Concert Preview: Liz Cooper, Robert Finley, and other live shows coming to Pittsburgh in October
Live shows have been returning to Pittsburgh venues, and no matter what genre you find yourself drawn toward, there’s probably a show for you on the horizon. Here are a few happening in October. Sat., Oct. 2 Amigo the Devil at Mr. Smalls 400 Lincoln Ave., Millvale. mrsmalls.com This popular folk act comes with a…
Allegheny County Jail board ends contract with a controversial training company, warden Harper objects
On Sept. 20, the Allegheny County Jail oversight board voted to terminate an approximately $450,000 contract with the Corrections-Special Applications Unit or C-SAU in a 4-3 vote. The board cited issues with training tactics and personnel during the three-hour debate. The contract had come under much scrutiny thanks to the C-SAU leader’s workplace, media, and…
Beer of the Week: Eleventh Hour’s Cinnamon Vanilla Bourbon
Beer of the Week: Burn Your Suit 2021 – Cinnamon Vanilla Bourbon Brewery: Eleventh Hour. 3711 Charlotte St., Lawrenceville. 11thhourbrews.com While some people’s basic fall go-to might be a hard cider or a pumpkin spice latte, give me a nice, rich stout the second the weather turns. We’re going to ignore for a minute that…
Seasonal brews, a Lamb Festival, and more Pittsburgh food news
Steel City Big Pour 214 North Lexington St., Homewood. cjreuse.org Featuring 34 brewers including Allegheny City Brewing, East End Brewing, and Trace Brewing, the popular Steel City Big Pour festival is back for its 14th year. There, of course, will be food provided by Sprezzatura Cafe & Catering, J.L. Kennedy Meat Stand, and more. This…
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Starting and owning a business, no matter what size, is filled with challenges. With the internet at our fingertips, standing out and gaining momentum can be even more difficult. The local experts at A.Nicole.Tay share 4 tips on how to stand out in the digital age. 1. Have a Plan In the digital landscape, having…
Lynn Cullen Live – 9/21/21
Video Archive Lynn and Susan are discussing Pudendum. The anatomical terminology for the female external genitalia, “pudendum,” was removed from the second edition of the Terminologia Anatomica (2019) in response to opposition of the Latin root of the word (pudēre meaning “to be ashamed”). This and more today on Lynn Cullen Live. Audio Only Archive…
Pa. state-run liquor stores limit some purchases as supply chain disruptions take toll
As of Sept. 17, two is the limit for Pennsylvanians purchasing certain alcoholic beverages from the commonwealth’s state-run liquor system. Customers at Pennsylvania’s state-run liquor stores are limited to two-bottles-per-day of certain rationed beverages, the Associated Press reported Thursday. The rationing of certain spirits affects liquor license holders, bars and restaurants, as well as state-store…
Light Up Night returns in 2021 for 60th anniversary
On Sept. 16, the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership announced the return of a decades-long local tradition. This year, Light Up Night, the annual kick-off to the city’s holiday season, will celebrate its 60th anniversary with a new date, sponsor, and logo. After being canceled in 2020 due to the pandemic, the 2021 program will be moved from the…
Allegheny County ran out of pediatric ICU beds and added tents to increase bed capacity
As COVID-19 cases continue to rise in Allegheny County, and the Delta variant continues to spread through all populations — including children — in the region, the county recently ran out of pediatric ICU beds, according to state data. Not all the children filling the ICU beds were being treated for COVID, but Children’s Hospital in Pittsburgh saw…
Carnegie Museum of Natural History brings Monster Fish to Pittsburgh
Starting in October, the Carnegie Museum of Natural History will take guests on a deep dive into a new exhibit about very big fish. Beginning on Oct. 8, Monster Fish: In Search of the Last River Giants will introduce audiences to “rare, giant freshwater fish from around the world” with an interactive exhibition featuring five life-size sculptures, videos,…
Pa. Senate Democrats sue to block GOP subpoenas in 2020 election investigation
Following up on a threat made earlier this week, Pennsylvania Senate Democratic lawmakers sued their Republican counterparts to block 17 subpoenas issued this week to begin an investigation of the 2020 presidential election. The complaint, which was filed the night of Sept. 17 in Commonwealth Court, asks for the state’s judges to block the subpoenas…
Lynn Cullen Live – 9/20/21
Video Archive “If life expectancy is a pretty good indicator of how wealthy a country is. Generally speaking, you would consider that wealthier nations have people that get to live longer lives. Well I got news for you, that doesn’t hold true when it comes to us. It doesn’t hold true when you look at…
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Right Track Addiction Services at the Forefront of Pittsburgh’s Addiction Care
While opioid dependence is a major issue in Pittsburgh, and has only gotten worse as Fentanyl increases overdose rates, most people can’t simply walk away from it. And with the stresses and demands of the pandemic wearing on everyone, those with addiction issues have had a particularly rough time. Fortunately, Right Track Addiction Services has…
Now Hiring: Illustrator, Outreach Coordinator, 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 Administrative Manager. Pittsburgh nonprofit law firm and community…
Pittsburgh artists make history, literally, with plaque unveiling and new Troy Hill gallery space
Anyone who has ever had to scale Rialto Street, the incredibly steep entryway into Troy Hill from Route 28, would be crestfallen to know that an incline once carried passengers up the slope. A plaque on Gallery Closed, a new art space opening in the neighborhood, details how the Lowrie Street building served as the…
Become a Plus One when Attack Theatre presents choreographer Antonio Brown’s debut show
More than a year and a half of living in a pandemic has separated many people from friends and family. Although the pandemic is not over yet, larger social gatherings have started up again, reintroducing people to the multitude of small dramas that whirl around them at parties and events. An upcoming show presented by Pittsburgh-based…
Paved Paradise, a vinyl pop-up expo, is coming to Pittsburgh this month
Pittsburgh is a city for music lovers, and as more live music shows return to the city, so do opportunities to buy music. Now the city, which already offers plenty of opportunities to dig through vinyl treasures at places like Jerry’s Records, will welcome even more opportunities to find pressed gems with Paved Paradise. Described…
Go on a fall harvest tour in Butler County … at a hemp farm
Fall weather is coming, and the cool breezes mean sweaters, cider, and visits to area farms to play in pumpkin patches. Those traditional fall activities are fun and great, but what if you could do something similar, but in a working hemp farm? We high-ly recommend it. On Sat., Oct. 2, there will be a…
Harris Theater returns to in-person film screenings with three-week run of Dear Evan Hansen
Anyone who says they have never snuck food or drinks into a movie theater is either a liar or has never actually been to a movie theater. When Harris Theater returns to regular operations later this month, you can still buy concessions, but you can also BYOB guilt-free. The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announced that, on…
Hofbräuhaus Pittsburgh responds to allegations of racism during Black-led Barrel & Flow Fest
In a series of social media posts on Sept. 15, Barrel & Flow Fest founder Day Bracey accused the general manager of Hofbräuhaus Pittsburgh of using racial slurs while complaining about Black musicians during the Barrel & Flow craft beer festival on Sept. 12. Barrel & Flow Fest was held at SouthSide Works, right next to Hofbräuhaus Pittsburgh…
On the Tahn: Dance parties and live music at Cobra, PPG Paints Arena, and more (Sept. 16-19)
Thu., Sept. 16 Algiers Spirit 7 p.m. Joined by Zen Mother and Ancient History, Algiers is taking the stage at Spirit in what will surely be a great night of live music. 242 51st St., Lawrenceville. $13 in advance, $15 at door. 21 and over. spiritpgh.com Fri., Sept. 17 Dan + Shay PPG Paints 7-9:30…
Proposal would limit new drive-thrus and parking for Pittsburgh restaurants
Urban cities across America are banning or limiting new drive-thru restaurants. Minneapolis banned the new construction of drive-thrus in 2019, and other cities are following suit with similar legislation. Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto isn’t asking for a ban on new drive-thrus, but he is proposing a zoning change that would limit newly constructed ones, as…
Lynn Cullen Live – 9/15/21
Video Archive Lynn is discussing the California Recall election of Gavin Newsom, the book revelation that former Vice President Mike Pence asked former Vice President Dan Quayle’s advice on what to do about Trump’s attempt to overturn election results on Jan. 6, and Secretary of State Antony Blinken facing Senate questioning about Afghan withdraw. Audio…
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CURTAIN UP! Live Performance returns at PICT Classic Theatre
It’s been 18 months since the lights went out in theaters nationwide as the industry paused for the COVID-19 pandemic. But this Fall, the wait is over. PICT Classic Theatre, one of Pittsburgh’s finest professional theater companies, announced last week that they are returning to live, in-person performances at WQED Studios this October – just…
Soulshowmike’s album picks: A raucous and “attitudinal” collection from Amythyst Kiah
Songs of Our Native Daughters made my Top Ten Albums of 2019. It was the collaborative effort of Rhiannon Giddens (Carolina Chocolate Drop leader), Leyla McCalla, Allison Russell, and Amythyst Kiah. “Black Myself,” one of the most compelling tracks on the release, was written by vocalist/guitarist Kiah. Fast forward to 2021. Kiah released a solo…
2021 Pittsburgh Fall Guide
The first day of fall officially kicks off on Sept. 22, and after a fun summer, we’re ready to trade in muggy temps for hot ciders, delicious soups, and glorious leaf peepin’ spots. Fall in Pittsburgh is one of the most beautiful times of the year, and there’s even more than usual to look forward…
Three restaurants with vegan, autumn-inspired baked goods
One of the best parts of fall is the baked goods. With spices like cinnamon, clove, and nutmeg, fall has some of the best flavors of the year. These three shops have fall menus with awesome vegan goodies for the season. Sweet Alchemy Bakeshop instagram.com/sweetalchemybakeshop This shop is currently offering donuts in maple twists and…
2021 Pittsburgh Fall Guide: Dance
DANCE • IRL Confluence Ballet Company kicks off a new season with a day of dance activities and fun. Enjoy classes for all ages, demo performances from professional dancers, games, and raffles. 2 p.m. Sat., Sept. 18. 2504 E. Carson St., South Side. Free. confluenceballet.org/special-events DANCE • IRL Grab your favorite partner and head to…
Four restaurants with hearty noodle soups to warm you up
Everyday Noodles 5875 Forbes Ave., Squirrel Hill. everydaynoodles.net There are a variety of noodle soups available at this Taiwanese restaurant with ingredients ranging from beef to pork to lamb, but for a particularly hearty, rich flavor, the oxtail noodle soup is an excellent choice. Pho Van 2120 Penn Ave., Strip District. phovan-pgh.com Customize your bowl…
Five Pittsburgh hard ciders perfect for fall
Apples & Honey Threadbare Cider House & Meadery, threadbarecider.com There is nothing quite like that combination of sweet richness and crisp tartness to start the fall drinking season, and with Pittsburgh-grown apples and mead crafted from local honey, the new Apples & Honey cider from Threadbare is a great 7.5% ABV addition to autumn. Grierson’s…
2021 Pittsburgh Fall Guide: Theater
STAGE • IRL City Theatre and the Cornerstone Theater Company depict the refugee and immigrant experience in Pittsburgh with The Rivers Don’t Know, a play interlocking the stories of a 1940s steel mill worker, a Somali family, and a class of ESL students. On stage at the Pittsburgh Playhouse. Thu., Sept. 16-Sun., Sept. 19. 350…
2021 Pittsburgh Fall Guide: Music
MUSIC • IRL Kelly Strayhorn Theater celebrates a music era with Black & Solid Gold: The Hits of Magnificent Motown. Performers take on The Temptations, Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, and more. Also enjoy a marketplace and the show Women of Vision’s Magnificent Motown: Art Inspired by the Music. 5:30 p.m. Thu., Sept. 16. 5941 Penn…
Four Pittsburgh restaurants serving delicious gourd dishes
Smiling Banana Leaf 5901 Bryant St., Highland Park. smilingbananaleaf.com Pumpkins are a common motif for Halloween, but instead of picking or carving decorative pumpkins, enjoy the round, ribbed squash in a pumpkin curry with sweet Thai pumpkin, peas, carrots, Thai basil, and coconut milk. Square Cafe 134 S. Highland Ave., East Liberty. square-cafe.com Pumpkins aren’t…
2021 Pittsburgh Fall Guide: Literary
LIT • VIRTUAL Ten Evenings, the popular Pittsburgh Arts and Lectures series, is back with critically acclaimed author Brit Bennett, the author of the New York Times bestseller The Vanishing Half, and The Mothers. The Vanishing Half tells the story of two twins: one raised Black and one raised as white. 7:30 p.m. Mon. Sept.…
2021 Pittsburgh Fall Guide: Arts and Exhibits
ART • HYBRID Artist Cauleen Smith presents Pandemic Diaries, a rotating installation of enlarged video stills in the Carnegie Museum of Art’s Scaife Lobby. It also includes an online film combining all 23 works from her COVID MANIFESTO project. Continues through September 2022. 4400 Forbes Ave., Oakland. Available online, or in-person with museum admission. cmoa.org/exhibition/cauleen-smith…
2021 Pittsburgh Fall Guide: Film
FILM • IRL Fans of giallo horror will want to head to Riverside Drive In Theatre for the latest Drive-In Super Monster-Rama. The event features a whole weekend of blood-spattered films by Dario Argento, Mario Bava, Lucio Fulci, and Sergio Martino. Fri., Sept. 17-Sat., Sept. 18. 1114 Lees Lake Lane, Vandergrift. $10-140. riversidedrivein.com/now-showing FILM •…
Three great ways to leaf peep in Western Pennsylvania
Hike The Pittsburgh Botanic Garden in Western Allegheny County is a great place to hike among the leaves. Take a stroll through the hardwood forest of maples, pines, sycamores, and more; pass the dogwoods at the edge of the meadow; and finish at the Japanese Garden pond to see the reflecting colors. 799 Pinkerton Run…
2021 Pittsburgh Fall Guide: Comedy
COMEDY • IRL Get ready to laugh when Steel City Improv Theater presents Head to Head. Two presenters debate a trivial topic and the audience gets to vote who wins. Don’t expect anything important to get done, that’s not really the point. 8 p.m. Sat., Sept. 18. 5950 Ellsworth Ave., Shadyside. Free. steelcityimprov.com COMEDY •…
Four mildly spooky Halloween events for those who scare easily
HALLOWBOO! At Idlewild Sept. 25-26 and Oct. 2-31. 2580 U.S. 30, Ligonier. idlewild.com/hallowboo Once temps start dropping, Idlewild becomes a fall wonderland for the younger crowd. Kids can dress up and go trick-or-treating through Story Book Forest, meet costumed characters, and navigate mazes. There’s even live entertainment and an interactive dance party at the Hillside…
2021 Pittsburgh Fall Guide: Special Events
LGBTQ • IRL Pittsburgh Leather Pride Weekend returns with tons of activities dedicated to fetish wear and fun. Head to P Town Bar for contests, dancing, and a leather market. A portion of the proceeds benefit Proud Haven. Doors at 7 p.m. Sat., Sept. 18. 4740 Baum Blvd., Oakland. Free. $5 at 10 p.m. Search…
2021 Pittsburgh Fall Guide: Fairs and Festivals
FAIR • IRL Fall under the spell of the Bitchcraft Fair at David L. Lawrence Convention Center. Enjoy wine and spirits as you shop for witchy wares and occult items, or visit any number of mystics and mediums. 12-6 p.m. Sun., Sept. 19. 1000 Fort Duquesne Blvd., Downtown. $10 early admission. bitchcraftfair.com/admission FEST • IRL…
Four autumnal candles to help bring fall into your home
As fall approaches, nothing feels better than cuddling with a mug of warm cider and lighting a few seasonal candles. Local business owners have got you covered if you’re looking for scents to ring in the season. North Ave Candles northavecandles.com Witches’ Brew combines the scents of apple, cranberry, plum, and fig with mulling spices…
Five Pittsburgh makers selling spooky and autumnal jewelry
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Cassandra Von Kreep (@cassandra_von_kreep) Von Kreep Art etsy.com/shop/VonKreepArt From spiked chokers to jawbone earrings, Von Kreep Art’s shop screams Halloween. The shop describes its jewelry as “everyday accessories for the strange and unusual,” and the accessories definitely live up to that slogan. View this post on…
FREE WILL ASTROLOGY: Sept. 16-22
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): “There’s nothing wrong with reading a book you love over and over,” writes Virgo author Gail Carson Levine. Adding to that encouragement, I offer you the following authorizations: There’s nothing wrong with seeking a pleasure you love over and over; or doing a necessary task you love over and over; or…
Four spooky movies filmed in Pittsburgh
Silence of the Lambs (1991) This movie was filmed in various Pittsburgh locations, including the Carnegie Museums. Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall served as the movie’s Memphis Town Hall, where the antagonist famously escapes. Various other scenes were also shot in Pennsylvania, including serial killer Buffalo Bill’s home in Perryopolis and the funeral home in…
Lynn Cullen Live – 9/14/21
Video Archive Lynn and Susan are discussing many topics today including a lawsuit filed by Christine Martinez who helped co-create Pinterest and was not credited or compensated by the company, plus the death of Conservative Radio host Bob Enyart, who sued the state over Mask Mandates and would “gleefully read obituaries of AIDS sufferers while…
