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By Lindsay Patross | October 15, 2019

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Elevating Community: Ascend Climbing Gym in Southside Pittsburgh

By Emma Diehl | October 11, 2019

With a focus on inclusion and all skill levels, Ascend Climbing Gym offers something for everyone – bouldering, climbing walls, fitness and yoga classes.

This weekend in Pittsburgh

This weekend in Pittsburgh: October 11 – 14

By Lindsay Patross | October 10, 2019

This weekend in Pittsburgh: Project Amelia, RADical Days, Smoketoberfest, Motown Monday, Squish IPA, brunch mac & a donut chicken sandwich. 

Croatian Fraternal Union building

What is significant about the old Health Dept. Building in Oakland?

By Andrew Moore | October 10, 2019

Located on Forbes Ave, the historic building, with rare examples of Flemish Gothic Revival design elements, has a future that is very much in limbo.

The Pittsburgh Zine Fair: Meet the Makers Behind the Zines

By Jessa Gibboney | October 9, 2019

Pittsburgh’s DIY community of zine publishers will mark a celebratory gathering on Sunday, Oct 27 at Ace Hotel. It’s free to attend and all ages are welcome.

pierogi in Pittsburgh

Where to find pierogi in Pittsburgh

By Lindsay Patross | October 9, 2019

Every day is Pierogi Day in Pittsburgh. Here are all the places to find homemade pierogi in Pittsburgh.

Bricolage’s immersive ‘Project Amelia’ is for Everyone

By Emma Diehl | October 8, 2019

No script. No seat. No audience but yourself. The entirely guest-driven, immersive performance requires your input. The experience runs through Nov 3.

ABV: Squish // a fun pale ale from Cinderlands

By Aadam Soorma | October 8, 2019

Fun to say and fun to drink. Cinderlands has Squish (their house pale ale) on draft at both locations.

Labyrinth movie Pittsburgh

October 30: See ‘Labyrinth’ the movie on the big screen for $5

By Lindsay Patross | October 7, 2019

This is a PSA for all of the David Bowie fans in the ‘Burgh. The original 1986 movie “Labyrinth” will be on the big screen at AMC Waterfront, 7:30 pm on October 30, 2019.

This Weekend in Pittsburgh: Hockey Night, StepTrek, Doors Open & More

By Lindsay Patross | October 3, 2019

Take the steps in Polish Hill & South Side Slopes, nebby neighbors welcome Downtown, beer in Bellevue and vintage in Verona.