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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.

The Final Word from Pitt Girl

Virginia Robertson Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Just as we're about to publish an interview with the widely read and anonymous blogger PittGirl, she suddenly quits her blog. What happened? And how is she feeling about leaving her PittGirl self? We include her final words here and add a few of our own: We will miss you PittGirl, and hope to see you back soon in some form.

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.

The Pop City Poll: Vote!

Pop City staff Wednesday, November 05, 2008

The Coro Center: Connecting Talent, Building Leadership

Alexis Miller Wednesday, November 05, 2008
Since the mood is right for civic engagement, what better time to take a closer look at the Coro Center for Civic Leadership and how it's shaping our young leaders? Here are a few examples of the young people who are doing remarkable things thanks to Coro. You could be voting for them someday.

Pop Video: "I Absolutely Love Pittsburgh"

Eric Buzard Wednesday, October 29, 2008
UNICEF was in town recently conducting the first oneminutesjr. workshop  in this country, hosted by the Children's Museum of Pittsburgh. Joining with others from around the world, Pittsburgh youths from ages 12 to 20 produced 60-second self-portrait videos. Here's one by a 15-year-old who challenges old, stereotypical images of our city. 

It's a Zombie Fest!

Sandy Doyle Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Love of zombies and horror films is quite the 'burgh thing, from the classic Chiller Theatre of years past to the present day It's Alive! With Zombie Fest approaching, it's time to call upon your Inner Zombies and set 'em loose.

Running for Their Lives

Steve Wozniak Wednesday, October 15, 2008
With nothing more than cool confidence and a pair of running shoes, Chris Gibson has quietly improved hundreds of lives and saved countless others. Ask Bryce, a leukemia survivor who completed his first marathon thanks to training provided by Chris, "a workout animal."

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.

Q & A: Stephen Patchan

Matt Stroud Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Pittsburgh's new bicycling and pedestrian coordinator, Stephen Patchan, hopes to make Pittsburgh one of the nation's bike-friendliest cities. It's an idea that would propel Pittsburgh forward in a big way.

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.

Celebrating the Great Allegheny Passage

Abby Mendelson Wednesday, September 17, 2008
From D.C. to Pittsburgh, the Great Allegheny Passage is drawing visitors from 43 states and as far away as China, Japan and New Zealand. The impressive cycling and walking trail has been a boon to towns all along its path and as it nears completion, the celebration parties are just beginning.   

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.  
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