Pittsburgh

12/06 2016

Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy December Highlights

Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy December 2016 Highlights
  • ​​Schenley Park Volunteer Sweep | December 10
  • Hike With A Naturalist: Leaf Litter Exploration | December 10
  • Frick Environmental Center Discovery: Animal Signs | December 11
  • Citiparks' Skate with Santa | December 11
  • Frick Environmental Center Docent Training | December 12
  • Hike With A Naturalist: Animal Signs | December 17
  • Hike With A Naturalist: Winter Tree ID | December 18
  • Wine and Grapevines: Wreath Making Workshop | December 22
  • Christmas Eve Hike | December 24
Click here to see the full calendar

12/04 2016

Dec 2016 – Free Or Almost Free Stuff To Do In Pgh

Find year-round events for fun, entertaining and engaging things to do in the greater Pittsburgh Area.
Having fun doesn’t have to empty your wallet! Many of Pittsburgh’s annual events are free, family friendly and deliver a unique experience.
A sampling of ongoing and upcoming events and places to visit:
Check out their website for the complete list and links to respective sites.
http://www.visitpittsburgh.com/events-festivals/free-events/
Also check out the list of great family adventures in Pittsburgh this month from NEXTPittsburghInlineInline image 1
  • Winter Flower Show and Light Garden at Phipps: Nov 25 – Jan 8
  • Hands-on Handmade at Handmade Arcade: December 3 at DL Convention Ctr
  • Krampusnacht at Market Square: December 5
  • The Muppet Christmas Carol Pajama Party at Row House Cinema: December 20
  • Holiday walks with Venture Outdoors: December 1, 17
12/01 2016

Port Authority Fair Changes Begin 1/1/2017

Beginning January 1, 2017, Port Authority will eliminate its two-zone fare system and instate a single-zone system in which all riders will pay $2.50 with a ConnectCard. Riders paying with cash will pay $2.75. 
 
Transfers for riders paying with a ConnectCard will remain $1. There will be no transfers for riders paying with cash; riders paying with cash will need to pay an additional $2.75 for their connecting trip. 
 
Port Authority will eliminate the Downtown free bus zone. 
 
To learn more about additional changes coming, click here.    

11/23 2016

Pgh Parking Authority Announces FREE Holiday Parking

The Pittsburgh Parking Authority Announces Free Holiday Parking 
 
1 – FREE Holiday Parking at ALL Parking Authority Garages on the Following Dates:
Friday, November 25, 2016 (Black Friday); And for Five (5) Saturdays: November 26, December 3, 10, 17 and December 24, 2016.
DOWNTOWN:  Third Avenue- Ninth & Penn- Smithfield Liberty- Oliver- Ft. Duquesne & Sixth Street- Wood Allies- Mellon Square Garage- Grant Street Transportation Center- First Avenue Garage and T Station. 
OAKLAND:  Forbes Semple Garage 
SHADYSIDE:  Shadyside Garage              
2 – FREE Parking in ALL Parking Authority Garages and On-Street Meters for "Small Business Saturday" on Saturday, November 26, 2016. 
10/31 2016

City Of Pgh Launches Burgh’s Eye View Info System

CITY OF PITTSBURGH LAUNCHES BURGH'S EYE VIEW
Digital map provides integrated information includ­ing 311 re­quests, build­ing permits, code violat­ions, and pub­lic safe­ty in­ci­dents 
 
Furthering its commitment to transparency and open data, the City of Pittsburgh today unveiled Burgh’s Eye View, a new mobile web application giving residents instant visual access to important neighborhood data. 
 
This mobile web application will allow citizens, for the first time, to gain visual insight into a wide range of data including incidents of crime and other public safety data, building permits and code violations, and “311” service requests.   
 
“Transparency and openness are essential to ensuring a responsive City government and thriving neighborhoods,” said Mayor William Peduto. “Burgh’s Eye View brings that transparency directly to the citizens of Pittsburgh, and more importantly transforms the experience of open government – by making it truly accessible to everyone.”  
 
Click here for the Burgh's Eye View application website
 
Click here to view the full press release

10/31 2016

Nov 2016 – Free Or Almost Free Stuff To Do In Pgh


Find year-round events for fun, entertaining and engaging things to do in the greater Pittsburgh Area.

Having fun doesn’t have to empty your wallet! Many of Pittsburgh’s annual events are free, family friendly and deliver a unique experience.
A sampling of ongoing and upcoming events and places to visit:

Check out their website for the complete list and links to respective sites.
http://www.visitpittsburgh.com/events-festivals/free-events/

Also check out the list of great family adventures in Pittsburgh this month from NEXTPittsburghInline image 1

  • Wizard World Pgh at David L. Lawrence Convention Ctr: Nov 4-6
  • Polishfest Pittsburgh at the University of Pittsburgh: Nov 13
  • Light Up Night Sleepover at Carnegie Science Ctr: Nov 18-19
  • Winter Flower Show and Light Garden at Phipps: Nov 25 – Jan 8

http://www.nextpittsburgh.com/events/10-great-family-adventures-in-pittsburgh-this-november/

 

10/10 2016

City To Unveil New Bldg & Permitting Tool For Residents

Mayor William Peduto's administration is implementing a new mapping tool to make building permit and zoning information easy to search and view.  
 
Legislation is being introduced to Pittsburgh City Council on Tuesday to purchase software and support services from "buildingeye," a firm that builds interactive city maps to track planning, permit, license and violation data. 
 
Through the data visualization tool, residents, businesses, developers and others will be able to view and search a detailed map that shows all building and zoning data happening in every neighborhood citywide. The tool is currently used by city and county governments in San Francisco, Colorado, Oregon and elsewhere. 
 
Click here to see the full press release.
10/02 2016

Farm To Table Harvest Tasting – Sat 11/5 3-7pm

The 2016 Harvest Tasting takes place at the Produce Terminal on Smallman Street in the Strip District, Pittsburgh, PA 
 
FARMS – FOOD – SPIRITS 
The 5th Annual Farm to Table Harvest Tasting is a casual gathering that gives food lovers first-hand experiences of the quality and diversity of locally grown, produced and prepared food. 
 
This is a great event to meet local Pittsburghers who value their food and are excited to learn how to access local food and beverages. The atmosphere is relaxing: music and local food conversation abounds. 
 
Tickets are $25/person prior to the event and $30/person at the door.  Children 2-15 are $15/person prior to the event and $20/person at the door. 
 
Group Registration
Group ticket discounts available. 
 
Click here for more info and to order tickets.

10/02 2016

Oct 2016 – Free Or Almost Free Stuff To Do In Pgh

Find year-round events for fun, entertaining and engaging things to do in the greater Pittsburgh Area.

Having fun doesn’t have to empty your wallet! Many of Pittsburgh’s annual events are free, family friendly and deliver a unique experience.

A sampling of ongoing and upcoming events and places to visit:

Check out their website for the complete list and links to respective sites.

http://www.visitpittsburgh.com/events-festivals/free-events/

Also a few of the “10 great family adventures in Pittsburgh this September” from NEXTPittsburghInline image 1
Steel City Star Trek Celebration: Sept 2 – Oct 28
South Park Hay Day and Public Safety & Health Day​ – Sat Oct 8

​http://www.nextpittsburgh.com/events/10-great-family-adventures-in-pittsburgh-this-september/

09/06 2016

Sept 2016 – Free Or Almost Free Stuff To Do In Pgh

Find year-round events for fun, entertaining and engaging things to do in the greater Pittsburgh Area.

Having fun doesn’t have to empty your wallet! Many of Pittsburgh’s annual events are free, family friendly and deliver a unique experience.

A sampling of ongoing and upcoming events and places to visit:
Check out their website for the complete list and links to respective sites.
http://www.visitpittsburgh.com/events-festivals/free-events/

​Also a few of the “10 great family adventures in Pittsburgh this September” from NEXTPittsburghInline image 1
​http://www.nextpittsburgh.com/events/10-great-family-adventures-in-pittsburgh-this-september/

 

09/02 2016

City Offices Closed & Refuse Collection One Day Delay For Labor Day 2016

In observance of Labor Day, City of Pittsburgh offices will be closed and there will be no garbage collection on Monday, Sept. 5, but six regional city pools will be open. 
 
Citiparks Facilities  
 
Weather permitting, all six Citiparks spray parks will be open from 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. and six Citiparks swimming pools will be open from 1 – 5:45 p.m. Labor Day is the final day of operation for the following Citiparks pools: Highland Park, Jack Stack (Brighton Heights), Moore (Brookline), Ormsby (South Side), Ream (Mt. Washington) and Sue Murray (North Side). 
 
In addition to city offices, Citiparks’ 10 recreation centers and 14 Healthy Active Living centers for seniors will be closed Monday. The Farmers Market in East Liberty is also closed on Monday. All city offices and facilities will reopen Tuesday. 
 
Refuse Collection  
 
There will not be any city refuse, bulk waste or recycling collection on Monday and all collections will be one day later. 
08/14 2016

Free Small Business Resource Fair – Gov Edition – 9/6 4-7pm City-Cnty Bldg

September 6, 2016
4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
6th Floor, City-County Building 
 
The Mayor's Office in partnership with the URA will host a complimentary, government focused, Small Business Resource Fair. The purpose of the event is to offer small business owners in-person access to representatives from all relevant departments within city services (zoning, permits, ADA compliance, etc.). You will have the opportunity to have all of your questions answered ― all in one location. This event would be ideal for small business owners such as restaurateurs, retail owners, contractors, etc. 
 
Click here to register for the event   

08/02 2016

Free Or Almost Free Stuff To Do In Pgh

Find year-round events for fun, entertaining and engaging things to do in the greater Pittsburgh Area.

Having fun doesn’t have to empty your wallet! Many of Pittsburgh’s annual events are free, family friendly and deliver a unique experience. From the nation’s second-largest St. Patrick’s Day Parade to the only vintage sports car race on city streets, you’ll have a blast in Pittsburgh!

A sampling of ongoing and upcoming events and places to visit:

  • Kelly Strayhorn Theater – Pgh East Side
  • Gallery Crawls – Downtown Pittsburgh’s Cultural District
  • Yoga in the Square – Sundays from June 5-September 25
  • Allegheny County Summer Concert Series – Various County Parks
  • Bach, Beethoven and Brunch Sundays, June 19-August 14 2016, Mellon Park
  • Dollar Bank Cinema in the Park – Watch cinema under the stars at seven Pittsburgh area parks 7 days a week June through August.
  • The First Fridays at the Frick – Free admission, but $5 donation suggested.
  • KidsPlay @ Market Square – Tuesdays 10-11am July through August
  • Rodef Shalom Biblical Botanical Garden – largest biblical botanical garden in North America
  • Three Rivers Storytelling Festival – August 5-7, Northland Public Library
  • City of Pittsburgh Great Race – September 25
  • Light Up Night® – November 2016
Check out their website for the complete list and links to respective sites.
http://www.visitpittsburgh.com/events-festivals/free-events/
07/19 2016

July Green Team Mtg Cancelled In Favor Of City Bike Planning Mtg

The Green Team meeting for July is cancelled. People are encouraged to attend one of the two public meetings listed below. Your input is valuable! 
 
July 19, 2016 6:00pm – 8:00pm 
Jewish Community Center, 5738 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15217 
 
July 25, 2016 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Pittsburgh Bike Share, 3328 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15201 
 
You can also find links through the City's Bike/Ped Facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1009844382469706/
or see 7/11/16 post on this website about these bike planning meetings. 
 
The July Green Team meeting is cancelled, please attend one of the two public meetings instead.