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Independent Bookstore Day & A Map of Every Independent Bookstore in Pittsburgh

UPDATE 4/24/2019: Please visit Very Local Pittsburgh for an updated Guide to Independent Bookstores in Pittsburgh.  Info on Independent Bookstore Day 2019 events in Pittsburgh is available here.  The last Saturday in April is Independent Bookstore Day, the official hashtag for Independent Bookstore Day is #BookstoreDay. The #BookstoreDay hashtag is a great way to take a peak at how folks across the country are celebrating local booksellers. Indie bookshops across the country are hosting parties and inviting customer and friends to buy books from their local booksellers.  If you are interested in learning more about the business of book selling,… Read the rest

International Beer Day: Guide to Pittsburgh breweries and more

Even though today is International Beer Day, it’s a great chance to go local with these Pittsburgh businesses that know and love beer. Brew Gentlemen Coming soon to Braddock, this promising venture is a collaboration between two CMU grads. They’re working on getting a full production brewery set up, and are eventually planning to add a taproom and lounge. Even though it’s not open yet, it’s totally worth keeping an eye on! Church Brew Works While their beer is tasty and their food menu interesting, the most impressive thing about Church Brew Works is the building. Located inside an old… Read the rest

National Hot Dog Day: The Hot Dogs of Pittsburgh

It was quiet morning in the super secret iheartPGH headquarters until one intern abruptly cried out “It’s National Hot Dog Day!” The Yinzterns rejoiced and it was decided that they would take a crawl through the various hot dog vendors of Pittsburgh. Here, we share our ups, downs, and general stomach aches after consuming multiple dogs.   Name Hours Cost Fun Fact Breakfast & Lunch Monday-Saturday $ The proprietors of Steve’s were on vacation at the time of the crawl. We will be back for you Steve…  Lunch & Dinner    $ An interesting hybrid of Chicago and Pittsburgh, they… Read the rest

Guide to Pittsburgh’s Independent Movie Theaters

When the weather starts heating up, sometimes the only thing to do is go inside. This season many of us will take to the air-conditioned refuge of our local megaplexes. To switch things up, I offer you a list of local independently owned theaters. Many of the theaters screen the same new releases, but also provide character and unique programming. Hollywood Theater 1449 Potomac Ave., Dormont (412)563-0368 The Hollywood plays a wide variety of movies as well as special film events. Known for its Rocky Horror Picture Show performances, as well as its “Breakfast and a Movie” series (just what… Read the rest

Guide to Pittsburgh public pools: hours, cost, locations, rules

UPDATE 6/2019 – Please visit Very Local Pittsburgh for an updated pool guide for 2019. All 18 Pittsburgh city pools are officially open for the summer, until September 2! Check the Citiparks website to make sure your local pool is open for the day. While none of the locations provide refreshments, guests are welcome to bring their own food and drinks (no alcohol). Don’t forget to check out the water carnivals, hosted by a different pool every few days in July. Basically an open pool party for the neighborhood, the carnivals feature unique themes, fun games, raffle prizes, and free… Read the rest

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