Just when you think you have seen every possible fundraising idea ever, someone comes up with a new one. Some crazy, but kind souls in Pittsburgh are going to jump into the mon (Monongahela river) to raise money for the Circle C Youth and Family Services which is a great organization that has been supporting kids and families for over 40 years. Continue reading
I was getting a little worried that Pittsburgh had more Groundhog Day
celebrations than Mardi Gras celebrations. Penn Brewery to the rescue. I was lucky enough to visit a fellow Pittsburgher in New Orleans for Mardi Gras a few years ago, before the flooding. It was definitely the biggest party I have ever attended. Mardi Gras, like Groundhog Day are holidays that need to be celebrated. So head on over to Penn Brewery for bead, beer and good music. I love the Boilermaker Jazz Band (check 
out the picture of the band performing in New Orleans) and I can only say good things about Dixie Doc and the Pittsburgh Dixieland All-stars. Continue reading
I loved the MadMex Groundhog day specials last year (click here to read last years post) and luckily those crazy kids at Mad Mex are back to help you celebrate with Punxsutawney Phil.
If the groundhog sees his shadow: half off draft beers all day
If the groundhog doesn’t see his shadow: $6 big margarita’s all day
Reason number 298,679 to live in Pittsburgh – GREEN building. You may or may not know that Pittsburgh, which was once known as a very smoky city, is now a pretty green city. There are a ton of resources here for anyone that is interested in green building. I hope to one day do green renovations on old buildings. I love the idea of taking something old and making it greener and better. Thanks to the folks at the Green Building Alliance for sending the information about this conference. I think it will be a very informative event. Continue reading