Moraine State Park and McConnell’s Mill State Park
These two parks, located about an hour north of Pittsburgh, are essentially neighbors, but they are completely different experiences. McConnell’s Mill is a rather quiet place, with a playground and a few trails, as well as the mill itself, of…
Drinking in the Library – Friday, May 20
Yes, the Library with books – the actual Carnegie Library on Carson St. – which should not be confused with the bar named “The Library” which is also on Carson St. just a block away. The bar has drinks but…
Prince Gallitzin State Park
Prince Gallitzin State Park, located in Cambria County, is not the easiest state park to access, which lends it a remote charm. That said, when I visited last summer, the campground was rather crowded (though not overwhelmingly so), all of…
Presque Isle State Park
Ok, Erie is hardly the most obscure selection for a day or weekend trip from Pittsburgh, but it deserves a mention here, if only as a reminder, because Presque Isle State Park is simply one of Pennsylvania’s most enjoyable state…
Today is the Last Day to Register to Vote in the May Primary Election
If you really love Pittsburgh – you will vote. The May 2011 Primay Election is May 17. Today – APRIL 18 is the last day to register to vote before the May election. You can use the super easy…
Pittsburgh Mini Climate Ride – April 23
The Climate Ride is a bike ride from New York to Washington, DC in May that raises money to support sustainable solutions and environmental causes. There is also a Climate Ride in California in the fall. Transition Pittsburgh, a newer…
From Earth Day to Easter Eggs – A Weekend of Spring Festivals
It is shaping up to be a super spring weekend in Pittsburgh. We know that Friday is a hockey night in this town – but here are some things to keep you busy until game #3. You can listen to…
Beechwood Farms/Todd Sanctuary
The Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania has its headquarters at Beechwood Farms, off of Dorseyville Road. Beechwood Farms is probably best known for its annual Apple Jam, which usually occurs in September. The Apple Jam is basically a fall festival…
Peeps, Parties and A Pick Up Truck – Radio Round Up
Pittsburgh is waking up from a long winter nap. Spring is in the air and here are a few ways to get out and about this weekend. You can listen to IheartPGH chat live with Jim and Randy on WDVE…
Beep! Beep! or Rather Peep! Peep! – Look Out The Peepster in Rolling into Pittsburgh
Peep lovers rejoice – thanks to Table Magazine – the Peepster is popping into Pittsburgh for a stop tomorrow. Yes – there is a peep mobile – so look for the giant yellow peep on a VW bug tomorrow. The…
5th Annual Braddock Chili Cook Off
Here is a tasty event for a good cause (we love good events for good causes). But first a little background – if you are a regular IheartPGH reader then you probably know a little about Braddock and how there…
Prom for a Purpose
In honor of the prom reference – lets start with a little quiz. What is great about this month’s Pittsburgh Party for a Purpose? a) it is for a good cause b) you get to dress up c) you have…
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