Photos by Lauren Stauffer Perry High School Community Day was held on Monday, June 13 to highlight the achievements and future endeavors of the faculty, staff and students, and to continue establishing a strong relationship with the community. The event ran from 1-4 p.m. and included a variety of ac...

Photo by Sam Oshlag Saturday, June 11 marked the second annual United Way fitUnited Day of Action and was held at Fowler Park and Playground, 2900 N. Charles St. Abby Mathieu, public relations manager for the event, said it was a huge success with about 300 volunteers lending their time to restore t...

James Street Gastropub is trying something new, and we think you might light it, too. Yesterday marked the first Wednesday’s that James Street offered a 20% discount to patrons who did not take their phones out during dinner. Dubbed the “Hands Free Happy Hour,” the event ran from 5-10 p.m. Kevin Saf...

By Alexandria Stryker The maker movement is coming to Pittsburgh with “the Greatest Show (and Tell) on Earth” — and you could be part of it. Maker Faire Pittsburgh is a showcase for creators of all ages and skill levels, from the scientist to the artist to the DIY enthusiast and beyond. Exhibits can...

On Friday, June 17, the Mattress Factory will hold its signature fundraiser from 7:30 to 11 p.m. at 500 Sampsonia Way. There is a VIP Pre-Party from 6 to 7:30 p.m. General admission tickets are $95 and VIP tickets cost $300. During the museum’s signature fundraiser, Honorary Chair Mayor Bill Peduto ...

The Allegheny Chapter of the North American Rock Garden Society maintains the rock garden located outside of the National Aviary, which is the largest rock garden in the tristate area. Members can usually be found maintaining the rock garden on the second and fourth Thursday’s of each month from 10 ...

Photo by Abbey Reighard Participants from the 2014 Heritage Day parade through Riverview Park. Information courtesy of www.pittsburghpa.gov/citiparks During the Heritage Day celebration on Saturday, June 11 from noon to 4 p.m. in Riverview Park, explore nature by viewing rare birds from the National...

To combat the recent violence in some neighborhoods, churches in Marshall-Shadeland, Brightwood, and Brighton Heights are coming together in an effort to increase awareness and restore safety throughout the communities. The at 2 p.m. on June 12, the Prayer Rally for Peace will be held in Legion Park...

Photo courtesy of Athena C.E. A terrarium that was built at the April workshop. After its first successful terrarium workshop, Scratch Food & Beverage, 1720 Lowrie St., will hold its second workshop on Sunday, June 5 at 5 p.m. Scratch employees  Mandi Crosby and Athena C.E. will guide attendee's on ...

The Brighton Heights Chocolate House Tour will take place on Sunday, June 19 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. The starting point for the tour is at All Saint Episcopal Church, 3577 McClure Ave. Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 the day of the tour. To buy tickets, click here . You can also call 412-734-0233 or...