Posted by Walnut Crossings on 11:54 AM
Ready to wash off winters cold and get amped up for spring? Check out this article from PopCity!
Tis the season after the season.
This one is the season when my family prepares to ward off the cabin fever epidemic that strikes every year in Pittsburgh. When winter’s cold, or cold rain, sets in I pine for the days when I could shoo my three boys out the door to frolic in the warm summer sun. Indoor arts and crafts projects keep some kids entertained for a while, but when you see them writing “all work and no play...” over and over again with their neon-colored markers, it’s time to get out.
But what do you do with kids outdoors, in Pittsburgh,...
Posted by Walnut Crossings on 11:29 AM
Running a little low on space, or feeling like your closet is cluttered? We have a quick fix for it!
RealSimple writes:
Kim Craig, 26, admits that her closet, with its mateless shoes and skirtless suit jackets, was the source of her chronic tardiness. "I'm a single mom, but you'd think three people had their clothes in there," says the public relations account executive.
Small handbags and silky sleeveless tops fallen from their hangers would disappear into a black hole of broken stilettos and shopping bags, never to be seen again.
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Posted by Walnut Crossings on 10:38 AM
If you're still in need of ideas for ways to spend V-Day this year, head over to Bakery Square for their "Love of Friends" event. This event is from 7:00-10:00pm on Feb. 14th and admission is $25.
This event will feature live music and fantastic food from E2, The Enrico Biscotti Company, Pittsburgh Popcorn Company, Park Brugge, and Chatham Food Studies Program!
For more info on this event click he...
Posted by Walnut Crossings on 5:54 PM
With only 6 more weeks of winter (according to the groundhog) you'll want to get in all the winter activities around the 'Burgh you can!
Snowboarder Mike Abriola was sitting at a simulated, open-sided bus shelter in Seven Springs newest terrain park when a skier hopped up on the bench on the other side, slid across it and scooted away."This place is a lot of fun," said Abriola, 19, of Monroeville, referring to The Streets, a walk-up site Seven Springs considers to be "the world's first urban terrain park" at a four-season resort.Abriola, an architectural engineering student at Penn State University, pointed to the 26 features in the park --...
Posted by Walnut Crossings on 10:18 AM
Have you checked out Living Pittsburgh?
Living Pittsburgh is a great way to connect with the Pittsburgh community! Offering info on the hottest night life, the newest events, and even bargain guides Living Pittsburgh can keep your weekend or daily schedule full!
On the main website you can also list your own discoveries and deals for FREE! They will post your events, activities, products, or services that are free, discounted, or just very affordab...
Posted by Walnut Crossings on 1:28 PM
Yinzpiration has gotten together a list of 57 people to provide 57 reasons why they LOVE living in the city of Pittsburgh! The answers range from "The limitless opportunities to meet people" to "Fries on EVERYTHING"!
We love Pittsburgh too, and we can't imagine a single person reading through the list and not liking at least half of what they read! So check out the list by clicking here, and enj...
Posted by Walnut Crossings on 10:25 AM
Next week take your friends and family to Bakery Square for the Bakery's Best Party! This is a FREE event that is open to the public and includes FREE parking in the Bakery Square garage!
Party events will take place on Saturday, January 28th on the 1st Floor of the Google Building in BkSq from 1-4 p.m. In addition to FREE samples from the cities best bakeries enjoy free live acoustic music, cold brews, and more!
You'll also learn the winners of Pittsburgh Magazine's Best Bakeries Readers' Poll before the February issue hits the stands, and get a chance to cast your own vote for People's Choice!
Bakeries...
Posted by Walnut Crossings on 12:01 PM
Looking for an event the whole family can enjoy? Check out the Pittsburgh Cultural District Gallery Crawl!
The Gallery Crawl is a free quarterly showcase of art and entertainment in the heart of the Cultural District. All events take place at a variety of galleries and spaces and are FREE and open to the public. The event is ongoing between 5:30 and 9:00 pm, and patrons may start at any location.
The Crawl will begin January 27th!
For more details, click he...
Posted by Walnut Crossings on 1:09 PM
Alright Pittsburgh, looking to get out of your home? Ready for a night on the town? Why not give salsa dancing a try?!
From Pittsburgh Magazine:Like most Pittsburghers, you probably: A.) made a New Year’s resolution to be more active and B.) decided to “beat the cold” during western Pennsylvania’s darker months. We know how easy it is to fall into a routine of Netflix and nightcaps—but remember: An early dusk doesn’t always mean you need to hibernate. January is packed with cool classes and other activities—some of which will help you shed the holiday weight.Salsa:NightlySeven steps — that’s all it takes to learn basic salsa. But once you...
