Originally a comical gag between friends, the new Deutschtown mural is a welcomed addition to neighborhood. By: Neil Strebig There's been a Sasquatch sighting in Deutschtown. Facing the left-hand side of 821 James Street is the "The Deutschtown Sasquatch" a new mural created by Pittsburgh artist, Je...

Following a brief summer closure, City of Asylum Books at Alphabet City is reopened and offering bibliophiles more than just the routine literature findings. By: Nick Eustis   The ambiance was more cocktail party than the advertised book reading and Q&A session; guests walked back and forth, glasses...

Local videographer and contributor, Willy James recently released his latest YouTube video, "Pittsburgh chili dogs and art, man." The video features Nana's North Side Dogs on Federal Street, Randy Gilson of Randyland and the Mattress Factory's newest exhibit, "New Installations: 40th Year." To see m...

The National Aviary will be honoring their newest members with a plethora of events this month. The National Aviary will be introducing six new events to celebrate the inclusions of three new species. The Verreaux’s Eagle Owl, White-faced Scops Owl and Barred Owl will all be making their National Av...

David Ellis' 2008 exhibit "Oh" Photo courtesy of Mattress Factory. In celebration of the museum's 40th anniversary, the “New Installations: 40th Year” exhibit brings back six previous artists By: Nick Eustis For some modern art lovers, Pittsburgh’s museum scene might be considered incomplete without...

Amidst the evolution of Nova Place a group of Northside artists find a sanctuary for their creative processes. By: Neil Strebig Outside of the former One Allegheny Center, a gaggle of businessmen strolls past the revolving doors. Each of them donning a blue button down, their respective shades of bl...

Looking for some last minute plans this weekend? Don't worry we've got you covered. By: NSC Staff We're putting together a new series called 'Northside Happenings' where we'll be compiling a list of various events happening around the Northside neighborhoods. First up some weekend fun including Vegf...

Photo by Celeste Van Kirk A ring created by self-taught jewelry artist Michelle Sophia Sabol. By Rachael Rennebeck The Allegheny Inn is known as an elite bed and breakfast, event space, and for featuring local artists in its décor.  Beginning with the reception Saturday, July 29 at 6 p.m., the inn w...

Photo by Neil Strebig Shelf Life String Band performing on the corner of Foreland and Middle Street. By Victoria Stevans Music and chatter filled the Northside streets last weekend as over 200 bands played in 33 venues and on 36 stages at the fifth annual Deustchtown Music Festival. “In past years w...

Photo courtesy of Pittsburgh Podcast Network By Rachael Rennebeck No other art-filled Pittsburgh destination could be better suited as Willy Wonkowski’s domain than Randyland. Former Penguin, Tyler Kennedy, makes his acting debut as the eccentric Yinzer dweller, Willy Wonkowski, in the Junior Achiev...