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Friendship & Penn Ave Arts District : Featured Stories

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The Vegetarian's Guide to Pittsburgh

Heidi Price Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Where to go for great vegetarian and vegan food--from restaurants that feature nothing but, to places revered for their selections. Go forth and eat well!

Pop Star: Judy Robinson

Abby Mendelson Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Poet Judy Robinson spearheaded a new book of poetry and photographs celebrating Pittsburgh, Along These Rivers. From emerging poets to stars, it's a fitting tribute to a city known for its literary nature.

Q&A with Richard Florida: Who's Your City?

Tracy Certo Wednesday, April 02, 2008
In his new book, Richard Florida argues that the world is not flat but spiky, with concentrated areas of activity. In this Pop City interview he tells us why he thinks Pittsburgh is  well-positioned to thrive.

Changemaker: Pat Ford

Abby Mendelson Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Pat Ford, new head of the Urban Redevelopment Authority, has many goals and an action plan but the bottom line is making Pittsburgh a truly great place to live, work and play.

About Us: Pop City

Tracy Certo Wednesday, March 05, 2008
For 100 issues we've reported the good news about Pittsburgh in technology, sustainability, development and arts and culture. Now we take a moment to tell you about us, and answer your most frequently asked questions.

250 & Fit: Power in Numbers

Jennifer McGuiggan Wednesday, February 13, 2008
There's no better time to get in shape, suggests writer Jennifer McGuiggan. Why? Because there is power in numbers, people. And with 250 & Fit, this is our year to turn things around. Read on then get moving!

Pop Video: Modern Formations

Andres Tapia-Urzua Wednesday, January 30, 2008
How can a gallery change a neighborhood? In the Penn Avenue Arts District, Modern Formations has become a small jewel in the community as it gathers artists and residents to celebrate art and each other. Video by Andres Tapia-Urzua, courtesy of PAAI.

Pop Star: Lourdes Sanchez Ridge

Abby Mendelson Wednesday, January 23, 2008
Born in Havana, attorney Lourdes Sanchez Ridge is a tireless promoter for all things Latino, in a quest to gain recognition and respect for the growing Latino community in Pittsburgh.

Pop Video: Attack Theatre

Andres Tapia-Urzua Wednesday, January 16, 2008
In this entertaining video produced by Andres Tapia-Urzua, one of Pittsburgh's most innovative dance companies, Attack Theatre, comes to life.

Digging in the Dirt

Justin Hopper Wednesday, December 12, 2007
The Carnegie Museum of Natural History’s new Dinosaurs In Their Time exhibit breaks new ground with millennia-old materials – while setting the new standard. Dig it!

Living the Green Life

Abby Mendelson Wednesday, December 05, 2007
Skyscrapers to skylights, the world is greening in big and small ways. Here’s how four environmental leaders in Pittsburgh live the real – not the rocket science – of green.

Land Use the Sustainable Way

Jennifer McGuiggan Wednesday, November 28, 2007
Smart land use maintains our region’s natural beauty, decreases flooding and landslides, and saves money for municipalities. One local organization is working the smart way to save local land – and by extension – its communities.

Pop Star: David Lewis

Abby Mendelson Wednesday, November 28, 2007
In his impressive career, David Lewis founded a prestigious design firm and created successful buildings and projects around the world, including Pittsburgh. Along the way, the humble, gracious and lovable guy became the most revered architect in town. 

PopVideo: Jump-starting Immigration

ON Media Wednesday, November 21, 2007
If you missed the Pop City-sponsored cityLIVE! event on immigration, here's your chance to see highlights in this outstanding video by ON Media.

cityLIVE!: Everything Einstein

Pop City staff Wednesday, November 14, 2007
Last chance to join cityLIVE! for a lively discussion with Einstein biographer and former Time Magazine editor Walter Isaacson and Pittsburgh's own Einstein expert, John Norton. For more info and to register, click here.
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