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Hey, You're in Kidsburgh!

Tracy Certo Wednesday, February 18, 2009
This week a sold-out crowd will gather at the CityLIVE! event to learn from Geoffrey Canada, Marion Heard, and Mark Roosevelt about success strategies for children. And then those attending will be called to action. You, too. Whether you go to the event or not, there's a role for you in making Pittsburgh a better place for kids: Kidsburgh. Be a part of it!

Visit Our Archives

Pop City staff Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Read any article ever run in Pop City--from feature stories and innovation news, to full sets of neighborhood guides-- by accessing our archives. Click on the gray bar above  to learn more about the latest and greatest in Pittsburgh. Or do a quick search in the handy dandy search box!

The Write Stuff: Columnist Brian O'Neill

Abby Mendelson Wednesday, January 14, 2009
As a champion of urban design, rail travel, and a sensibly sized state legislature, Post-Gazette columnist Brian O’Neill is a smart, funny and insightful writer who is making a difference in our region. We're just saying.

The Top Ten Pop City Feature Stories of 2008

Tracy Certo Wednesday, December 17, 2008
While Pop City takes time off over the holidays, why not catch up on the top feature stories of 2008? From young entrepreneurs making it big in Pittsburgh to the making of an art academy, here's the lineup of the most popular features of the year. Read on, and we'll see you again on January 7th to usher in a whole new year of great stories--and much more--in Pop City.

Pop Video: A Tale of Two Cities

Carl Kurlander Wednesday, December 03, 2008
In his valentine to Pittsburgh, filmmaker Carl Kurlander strikes gold in portraying his love for a city undergoing transformation. The documentary, which runs this week at the Penn Hills Cinema, (see Pop Filter for details) is both touching and hilarious.

Pop City Bike Forum: In Sum

Matt Stroud Wednesday, November 12, 2008
In case you missed the Pop City Bike Forum, here's the lowdown on what we discussed in the way of hot topics, bike safety, and wish lists for cyclists throughout the region.

Wiki-ing our Way to a Better Pittsburgh

Chip Walter Wednesday, October 08, 2008
There's still time to participate in the first wiki designed to capture the ideas of an entire city and shape them into a workable plan. In this update on the transportation wiki, you'll learn who's involved, what they're suggesting and how you can be part of it. Wiki on!

Pop City Forum: Making Pittsburgh Bike Friendly

Pop City staff Wednesday, October 01, 2008
Bike commuting is way up in the Pittsburgh region and there's great buzz around a number of topics, from new bike lanes and bike maps to better safety for all. Join us for the first forum on making a Pittsburgh a better place to bike--featuring the City's new biking and pedestrian Safety Director Stephen Patchan, Bike Pittsburgh Director Scott Bricker and more, on October 23rd. Make your voice heard!

Commuting by Bike: You Rock, Bike Guy!

Joann Cantrell Wednesday, September 24, 2008
High gas prices and greater environmental awareness have created a surge in bicycle commuting nationwide. As cycling in Pittsburgh becomes more mainstream, we take a look at what it's like for bike commuters from different parts of town.

Pittsburgh Innovates: The Contest

Pop City staff Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Pop City is pleased to sponsor a Keystone Innovation Zone contest that celebrates the amazing inventions of Pittsburghers, from medical devices to software to social media networking. Here's your chance to share your ideas and accomplishments and win up to $20,000! Cast your vote now for your favorite submission.

The Fast Rise of Slow Food

Cally Jamis Vennare Wednesday, September 10, 2008
Slow Food Pittsburgh is making the case for local and sustainable food while reminding us of the connection between what's on our plate and what's good for the planet. From local chefs to Laptop Butcher Shop, our choices for slow food are growing.  

Pittsburgh Goes Global

Abby Mendelson Wednesday, August 13, 2008
It's time to celebrate how global the Pittsburgh region is and we've got all of September to do it. To get you started, here are some amazing facts about our global reach and what you can do to be part of the Global Pittsburgh Celebration. Think big. Think worldwide!

Glenn Greene: The Master of Stained Glass

William McCloskey Wednesday, August 13, 2008
In a small studio in Regent Square, the multi-talented Glenn Greene works his magic as an artist and craftsman of stained glass. You may never look at stained glass the same way again.

Introducing Pittsburgh Wiki: Transportation Solutions for Our Region

Pop City staff Wednesday, August 13, 2008
There's no better time to voice your ideas for improving transportation in our region, from bus routes to bicycle lanes. Pittsburgh Wiki, the first ever wiki of its kind designed for a city, is up and running and welcoming  collaboration from all citizens to bring about real change.  Check it out then dive in!

The Sprout Fund: Banking on Community-Changing Ideas

Abby Mendelson Wednesday, August 06, 2008
Down at the grassroots level, Sprout began by helping under-40s fund projects that otherwise may not have come to life.  Now, it wants to transform the region.
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