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5 things not to miss on Penn Avenue in the Strip

Elaine Labalme Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Bustling Penn Avenue in the Strip is the must-see place for tourists and the go-to place for Pittsburgh residents. To help you better explore, we offer five exceptional choices for your next visit. 

What's next for The Pittsburgh Promise?

Marty Levine Wednesday, April 24, 2013
With a new infusion of funding and more evidence that it's working, The Pittsburgh Promise launches a new phase with the same outstanding promise to each city student who qualifies: $40,000 in college scholarships.

The best milkshakes in Pittsburgh

Elaine Labalme Wednesday, March 13, 2013
You'll gain weight just reading about the mouthwatering milkshakes to be found around Pittsburgh, from the the salty caramel shake to the chocolate raspberry truffle and the very trendy red velvet shake. How to decide? We aim to help.

How to get connected to Pittsburgh

Nichole Huff Wednesday, March 06, 2013
Want to meet more people and get better connected in your city? Here's an informal guide to get you started, from finding events you'll enjoy to networking to help your career and helpful tips along the way.

Photo Slide Show: Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre students get their first pointe shoes

Brian Cohen Wednesday, March 06, 2013
Once a year, a new group of young students at the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre earn their first ever pair of pointe shoes. In a sweet and touching slide show, our photographer captured the special moment.

My favorite dish in Pittsburgh

Pop City staff Wednesday, February 13, 2013
Pittsburghers dish about their favorite dish in local restaurants. From tantalizing appetizers to luscious desserts, it's quite a lineup. Warning: don't read when hungry.

Photo slide show: 1968, The Year that Rocked America

Brian Cohen Wednesday, February 06, 2013
1968 was all that, a seminal year that ushered in tumultuous change and unleashed a wave of creativity. View the fascinating exhibit now showing at the Heinz History Center in this slide show preview.

Pop Filter Hot Pick: Attack Theatre presents the world premiere of Soap Opera

Jennifer Baron Wednesday, February 06, 2013
Opera, music, dance, and the age-old art of storytelling, converge in dramatic ways in the premiere of Attack Theatre's latest original production, Soap Opera.

The Top 10 Tech Companies to Watch in 2013

Deb Smit Wednesday, January 09, 2013
Pop City launches the first of a two-part feature on home-grown companies poised to hit their stride in the coming year. Among our brightest tech stars, one helped both presidential campaigns while another just added Dallas Maverick owner and Mt. Lebanon native, Mark Cuban, to its board. Find out who they are and what's next for them in 2013.

Dreadnought Wines: the big thinking behind the little wine store

Abby Sadowsky Bolton Wednesday, December 19, 2012
Just in time for the holidays, a look at a one-of-a-kind place in Pittsburgh which has many followers (called sippers!). Read about the various wines and tastings and classes available at Dreadnought wines and the personalities behind the scenes--and don't miss the suggested wines for your holiday drinking.

A European Perspective of Pittsburgh: Part 2

Christina Kapaun Wednesday, November 28, 2012
When this writer from Munich first wrote about Pittsburgh last spring, it turned into our best read story ever. Now she's back with her photographer friend for another tour of Pittsburgh, a city they have both fallen for hard. From the Carrie Furnace to a surprise deli in Dormont, there's much to learn from these fans of our city.  

Slide show: Wallflowers and Wildflowers, the Alternative Homecoming Dance

Martha Rial Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Inspired by the made-in-Pittsburgh movie, The Perks of Being a Wallflower, the alternative homecoming dance welcomed any high schooler in the region. Born of the Mayor's Youth Council as part of an anti-bullying program, the very cool, first dance of its kind was held at the Carnegie Museum of Natural History on Saturday night.

The Pop City guide to vegetarian restaurants in Pittsburgh

Nichole Huff Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Here's everything you need to know about vegetarian dining in Pittsburgh, from restaurants devoted to nothing but, to places that include great vegetarian options.

What makes a teacher great? Ask the students.

David Golebiewski Wednesday, August 29, 2012
These Pittsburgh kids provide some valuable lessons for teachers, from showing you really care to making learning more fun. Yo, Mrs. Jacquay, Mrs. Barsico and Ms. Saunders, we're talking to you!

Pop Filter Hot Pick: Jazz Dance World Festival

Jennifer Baron Wednesday, August 01, 2012
For the next four days, the Jazz Dance World Festival will showcase 750 dancers and 10 companies from around the globe, with performances at Downtown's Byham Theater. It's the first time Pittsburgh has played host to the event, and every night features a different production. Alongside top troupes from Japan to Mexico will be Pittsburgh's own world-class companies.
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