Fireworks Schedule

Not every Pittsburgh-area community will launch their Independence Day fireworks on (and only on) July 4. You can get your fill of the rocket's red glare and bombs bursting in air throughout the long holiday weekend –– if you know where and when to look. 

Click to access the Pittsburgh area schedule. Maybe you can go to several or find a nice hill from which you can see several displays on the same evening.




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SUMMER FRIDAYS AT THE FRICK


Every Friday from June 23 through September 8, 2017, the Frick will offer an exciting and diverse lineup of entertaining performances, family-friendly activities, wine bars and varied dining options, including dinner at The Café at the Frick, casual food from local food trucks, and the opportunity to picnic on the lush Frick grounds. 

The 12-week, outdoor-focused series features a variety of musical performances, activities for children and families, and other entertainment appealing to all ages and tastes. In addition, the first floor of Clayton, the restored Frick family home, will be open to the public with free admission from 5:00–8:00 p.m. Admission-free performances are held on the North Lawn on the Frick grounds each week beginning at 6:30 p.m. CLICK to find out more about Summer Fridays and other activities.

The entire Frick site is open until 9:00 PM every Friday. In the case of inclement weather, outdoor performances and activities may be cancelled or delayed. 

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Farmers Markets

Farmers market season is here!  Luckily for us, the rural area of Western Pennsylvania provides so many farms, orchards, and producers. 

You can find a farmers market in the greater Pittsburgh area any day of the week! Many have interesting combinations of vendors - the one in my neighborhood has great freshly-made pasta.

Click here for the weekly schedule. 


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Green Market at Phipps starting up

The Phipps market brings together community members, vendors, local artisans and food producers for one of the greenest shopping experiences in town. 

Products include health and beauty supplies; herbs, oils, salts and spices; locally-made craft spirits; upcycled and reclaimed artworks and home décor items; and fresh organic and Certified Naturally Grown foods. You can meet the artisans who produce your goods, explore the outdoor gardens and sustainable plant beds, and empower yourself to make healthy, planet-friendly choices. Click here for a list of vendors as well as info about current and upcoming Phipps exhibits.


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Pedal along the Allegheny River with kayaks, paddleboards in Millvale

New crafts have entered Pittsburgh rivers. If you can ride a bike, you can ride these — paddleboards and kayaks powered by pedals. 

The pedal board is a sort of a fusion of a bike, a StairMaster and an elliptical machine. Arturo Pineda advises customers to treat the pedal board just like a bike. 

Tres Rios Sports, at Millvale Riverfront Park, offers solo pedal kayaks and pedal boards ($26/hour) as well as traditional paddleboard rentals. There is one tandem pedal kayak available for $30 per hour. Hours are 10 a.m to 6 p.m Friday through Sunday. The business will be open through the end of August. Click for more information about Tres Rios Sports.



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JAZZLIVE JAM SESSIONS 
Friday June 16 thru  Sunday June 18



There's a Jazz Crawl on Friday and sessions are free Saturday until 9 and on Sunday.

There are several different locations and many artists so go to LINK  to get the information you'll need to plan your attendance and buy tickets.

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Hidden Pittsburgh

Discover 31 Cool and Unusual Things to Do in Pittsburgh

For example:  Canton Avenue, in the Beechview neighborhood of Pittsburgh, is the steepest street in the United States, with a maximum gradient of 37 percent. Though only one-tenth of a mile long, for every 100 feet there is a 37-foot elevation gain. (Although Baldwin Avenue in New Zealand is commonly cited as the world’s steepest street, its gradient is only 35%, but Baldwin’s gradient does continue for longer than Canton’s.)

Check out the interesting spots listed HERE. The next time you have out-of-town guests you can incorporate a few of them in your travels between the more typical places we all show off to visitors. Or you can plan a half-day "tour" for yourself.

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Whispering Pines

Antiques and Artisans Festival June 20 & 21 

Juried Show featuring outstanding Antique Dealers, Fabulous Talented Artisans. 

Live Music, Antique Trucks and Tractors, Tasty Food, Gourmet cupcakes, fudge, kettle corn and more!  

Admission $5.00,  12 and under FREE. Handicap parking available

Click here for directions and info about other events in the area.

    When: June 20th and 21st: Saturday 9-5 Sunday 9-4

• Location: Whispering Pines Farm
• Address: 201 Winsome Ln, Cabot, PA 16023
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SECOND SATURDAY STUDIOS at the Frick:
Brushes, cotton swabs and popsicle sticks. Find creative ways to paint a masterpiece. 

Saturday, June 10, 2017

11:00 – 11:45 a.m.
Meet at the Education Center

Bring your creativity to the Frick art studio the second Saturday of every month. Families with children of all ages are invited to explore different and unusual
materials or find fresh new ways to use familiar paper, paint and pencils. Free, drop-in program.

Click here to find out about the July and August activities.

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Free Admission this Weekend at the Heinz History Center

This is one of my favorite places in Pittsburgh. How nice to be able to go without paying!

Explore some of the most fascinating exhibits in town free of charge this weekend. The Sen. John Heinz History Center is hosting a Free Admission Weekend Friday through Sunday.

Plein Air Painting Workshop


Join Plein Air painter William Pfahl in painting our city’s urban landscape in this two-hour painting session during the Dollar Bank Three Rivers Arts Festival. Dianne will demonstrate and explain the materials used and facilitate as participants engage in the activity as well as the steps necessary to paint outdoors using oils on canvas. Free

Age: 12+

Location: Portal Bridge @ Point State Park.

Each participant should bring or consider the following:

Easel, umbrella, hat, 8x10 or larger canvas, Bristle brushes (sizes 2-12), odorless turpentine or water for acrylics, container for this substance (she uses an old coffee can), paper towels, bag for garbage, oil paints (Titanium white, Ultramarine blue, Ivory black, Cerulean blue, Cadmium red light, Cadmium yellow light, Alizarin Crimson, Cadmium lemon yellow, Raw sienna, Burnt sienna, Windsor and Newton Liquin or Graham’s alkyd walnut oil. 

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Riverview Park Heritage Day - Saturday

This annual event showcases Riverview Park, an urban oasis just north of Downtown Pittsburgh that is home to the Allegheny Observatory landmark, as well as an extensive network of trails enjoyed by hikers, joggers, and horseback riders alike.

Enjoy a day of FREE adventure and exploration throughout the Heritage Day celebration.

Activities include games, crafts, pony rides, rock wall climbing and mascot appearances. Join in Summer Soul Line Dancing lessons and try the bike rodeo.

Throughout the park grounds, kids unleash their creativity at the Citiparks Roving Art Cart and families tour the Allegheny Observatory to name just a few of the day's many activities.  And everyone enjoys free refreshments!



Date: Saturday, June 10, 2017
Time: 12:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Place: Riverview Park
Info: 412-255-2493


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Best Places for Kids on Rainy Days 

Pittsburgh has plenty of activities to offer families when it’s nice outdoors, but we all know it won’t be sunny every day in Pittsburgh. Whether you’re a mom, dad, sibling or babysitter, it can be a challenge to keep the kids entertained when outdoors is off limits. 

One of my personal favorites is Wheel Mill - an indoor "park" for mountain and BMX bikes for riders of all experience levels with friendly staff and riders. My 11-yr old grandson loves it! Click here to see the list of interesting places compiled by Pittsburgh Magazine.



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TEN DAYS OF FREE

MUSIC + ART

June 2-11, 2017

Check the Calendar and make your plans to attend the large variety of events, like:

- installations such as Umbrella Sky at left

- artists' market with more than 300         vendors

- opportunities to be actively creative

- a wide range of performing artists

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30 PLACES TO SEE FREE, UNIQUE OR LOW COST MOVIES THIS SUMMER

There will be lovely days for enjoying the outdoors. 
For those gray Pittsburgh days, many theaters around Pittsburgh offer FREE or  LOW COST SUMMER MOVIES!  What could be better?  

Check out the Schedules and Locations






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All About You! Free Admission Sunday at the Westmoreland Museum

Sunday, June 4

Admission is free the first Sunday of each month thanks to the generous support of UPMC Health Plan. It’s a great day to bring all of your friends and family. During this month’s All About You! Free Admission Sunday, culinary delights will be available for purchase from the Miss Meatball food truck! UPMC Health Plan members also receive a 10% discount in The Westmoreland Museum Shop this day. RSVP



Westmoreland Museum of American Art221 North Main Street
Greensburg, PA 15120


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