A great interview session will give you the in-depth information you need to create fully realized characters and narratives in your writing. Whether you're just starting out or are in the midst of research for your writing, veteran radio and television host Paul Guggenheimer can help you practice and perfect interview techniques that will help […]
Join us Saturday, June 24th for WYEP's 20th Summer Music Festival presented by UPMC Health Plan, featuring Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears, The Marcus King Band, The Buckle Downs and our Reimagination Showcase. 3pm-3:30pm: Tupelo and Jeremy 3:45pm-4:15pm: The Fortunates 4:30pm- 5pm: Night Frog 6pm- 7pm: The Buckle Downs 7:30pm-8:30pm: The Marcus King Band […]
StoGIRLSRocks is a FREE SUMMER MUSIC CAMP for GIRLS (ages 8-18) at the Ryan Arts Center. DATES: June 26-June 30th TIMES: 11am-4pm SHOWCASE on June 30 at 6pm StoGIRLSRocks is an empowerment program for female youths of all definitions, abilities, & backgrounds. Girls can join to learn the basics in Guitar, Keyboards, Beat-making & Sampling, […]
This month, Kiva will celebrate reaching $1 billion in change-making loans! Here in Pittsburgh, we are doing our part by holding a pitch fest with live lending to actual Pittsburgh business owners who are funding a Kiva loan. Join us at Alloy 26 for food from Kiva business owners and to hear crowdfunding Pittsubrgh entrepreneurs […]
Kiva is an international nonprofit organization that connects entrepreneurs to micro-loans through crowdfunding. In the U.S., small business owners can use Kiva to crowdfund 0% interest loans of up to $10,000. Learn more about Kiva loans via this live webinar. Topics will include: - Details and terms of Kiva loans. - Steps in the Kiva […]
We need to raise $6000 by the end of June to make our summer making and professional mentorship program free and accessible for Sto-Rox teens. We are already seeing major positive outcomes in the community from the after school program we launched this spring on a shoestring budget and we know we need to build […]
Thursday - June 29th Ride Departs 8:30pm Meet at the corner of 46th and Butler in Lawrenceville around 8:00pm and plan to start the ride around Ride Departs at 8:30pm. The underwear bike ride is about having fun and promoting a positive self body image. https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/body-image PA Biking Saftey laws. http://www.pacommutes.com/biking/safety-and-laws/ Ride at your own […]
CreativeMornings is a breakfast lecture series for the creative community. FREE monthly events featuring a short talk, Q+A and breakfast. This month we join CM chapters around the globe to celebrate SURVIVAL with our featured guest Leon Ford. Date: Friday, June 30th @ 8:30am Theme: Survival Speaker: Leon Ford Venue: City of Asylum @ Alphabet […]
A forum to learn about the problems local organizations and their clients are facing and potential solutions. A public hearing where those who visit, live or work in Pittsburgh can share their experiences of discrimination.
In 1948, most white people in the North had no idea how unjust and unequal daily life was for the 10 million African Americans living in the South. That suddenly changed after Ray Sprigle, a famous white journalist from Pittsburgh, went undercover and lived as a black man in the Jim Crow South. Escorted through […]
We are pleased to present this year's SouthSide Works Exposed Artists' Market featuring 65 artists, live music, kids activities and entertainment (on Sunday), a food truck round-up, and adult beverages on Cinema Drive at the main stage. This is our favorite 3-day summer event. Our artists set up their own shops all along 27th Street […]
Help us make room on our shelves for new work! Browse magazine back issues, T-shirts, mugs, and literary journals at deeply discounted prices. It’s a great opportunity to diversify your reading list, as well as to snag some CNF* swag! *The Creative Nonfiction Foundation is located one block off Penn Avenue, between Winebiddle and S. […]
Test your backyard prowess at The Great Lawn Game Night! Experience the evolution of classic lawn games from croquet to cornhole to 7 Birds as we transform the Frick grounds into the ultimate backyard party venue. Bring your friends and team up to see if your skills stand the test of time. We will be […]
Apps are open! http://bit.ly/2NFLEA17 Save the Date for the Neighorhood Flea! The Neighborhood Flea is a vibrant, pop up urban marketplace offering an inspired shopping experience in Pittsburgh's Strip District. Flea Finds, Food Trucks, Baked Goods, Coffee, Vintage Wares, Handmade, Furniture, Local Services, Music, Friends & Fun.
Spend a day focusing on your writing, and leave with the tools and motivation that will keep you writing even after the class is over. Whether you're feeling stuck on a current project or looking to start something new, this workshop can help you find the specific writing strategies that work best for you. Through […]