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SiX video: Headlines for Pittsburgh's future

Ben Hernstrom Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Missed our recent SiX event? See it in action in this short and lively video, from choice bits from speaker Josh McManus to highlights of discussion and final ideas. Then see more in this issue on our next social innovation exchange.

Register now for our social innovation eXchange: Connecting our City

The SiX team Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Vanessa German of Love Front Porch, Tim Cook of the Saxifrage School and Seth Gernot of the The Keg Ride will join us at our next social innovation exchange on November 5th. You can join in, too, as we work to forge new connections to make Pittsburgh a more vibrant city. Register now!

Pop Filter Hot Pick: Quantum Theatre stages Ainadamar inside East Liberty Presbyterian Church

Jennifer Baron Wednesday, October 17, 2012
The legendary life of poet and playwright Federico Garcia Lorca, his muse the famed actress Margarita Xirgu, and the tumultuous Spanish Revolution set the scene for Quantum's latest production. The Grammy Award-winning chamber opera Ainadamar comes to life inside East Liberty Presbyterian Church, with the sounds of flamenco, horse hooves and cries for freedom.

Why I moved to Pittsburgh from Brooklyn: Gab Cody

Erin Lewenauer Wednesday, October 10, 2012
Moving from Brooklyn, NY to Pittsburgh has paid off in spades for the very creative Gab Cody. Lawrencevile, says the creator of the movie Mombies provides space in every sense of the word and views the world as a place where you can make art.

Meet the Athena Young Professional finalists

Elizabeth Pagel-Hogan Wednesday, October 10, 2012
Three dynamic women were named finalists for the Athena Young Professional Award at this year's event. Find out more about these leaders of our future, from their dreams for Pittsburgh to one's dream of being a Superhero, complete with cape and heels.
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Sprout announces two funding opps for SiX; Hold the Date for the next event!

Ryan Coon Wednesday, October 10, 2012
At our recent SiX event,11 groups all working independently came up with a common theme of connections: Connections between neighborhoods, or between people, or around transit. Now Sprout announces the RFPs for funding two of these ideas and you're invited to participate. Come to a special meeting--get connected!--and read more here.

Pop Filter Hot Pick: Reel Q Pittsburgh International LGBT Film Festival

Jennifer Baron Wednesday, October 10, 2012
With 32 films and 20 screenings--from many different countries around the globe--the Reel Q Pittsburgh International LGBT Film Festival is back with one of its most diverse cinema presentations to date. Read on for Pop Filter's preview of Reel Q at the Harris Theater.

Game-changing architecture in Pittsburgh

Marty Levine Wednesday, October 03, 2012
Six top local architects name 25 game-changing buildings, from houses and loft developments to restaurants and high-rises.  What architecture catalyzed an area or made us think differently about our town--and ourselves?

SiX wrap up and funding announcement: Apply now!

Dustin Stiver Wednesday, October 03, 2012
What was the common theme at last week's lively SiX event? Read about the most eclectic editorial board in town and the headlines of the future that people created--and how similar in theme they were. Then find out how to apply to the Sprout Fund for funding a related idea.

Pop Filter Hot Pick: Empowering Women opens at Carnegie Museum of Natural History

Jennifer Baron Wednesday, October 03, 2012
A new exhibition at Carnegie Museum of Natural History blends the beauty of handmade folk art with the entrepreneurialism of women artisans. From Rwanda to Bolivia, we can learn a lot from these skillful women, such as their grassroots business models, their creative passions and their courage to survive.

Pop Filter Hot Pick: VIA Music & New Media Festival

Marty Levine Wednesday, September 26, 2012
There's nothing like VIA in Pittsburgh and there never has been, say those who program the cutting-edge audio and visual festival. What's new this year? Everything.

Slide show: A tour of Randyland

Brian Cohen Wednesday, September 26, 2012
See the whimsical and colorful creation dubbed Randyland on Pittsburgh's North Side, proof of how one person can transform a neighborhood.

Seeing the world without leaving Pittsburgh

Erin Dougherty Wednesday, September 26, 2012
Want to feel like an international traveler without ever leaving town? Take a cue from this native Pittsburgher who found her connection to potluck international dinners, Bangra dancing and a multitude of cultural activities.

Q & A with Josh McManus: What's next for cities?

Tracy Certo Wednesday, September 19, 2012
Get a preview of our featured speaker at the upcoming SiX event as he talks about what's next for cities, why it's essential for people to connect in smart ways and why some talent attraction intiatives in cities are doomed from the start. Not to mention the importance of donuts with bacon on top.

Meet The Athena Awards finalists

Elizabeth Pagel-Hogan Wednesday, September 19, 2012
You'll learn all about these five outstanding Athena Award finalists at the upcoming luncheon where the winner will be announced. But for now, find out more about them on a personal level--from the importance of daily journaling to the pet dog who is called "too big to fail."
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