The Highland Park Community Council is hosting a kid's Earth Day Celebration at the Super Playground! On Saturday, April 20, families are invited to celebrate the holiday and play games, make crafts, listen to music, and more! Visit HPCC's website for more information.

Five tornadoes hit Western Pennsylvania and Ohio on Friday, meteorologists from the National Weather Service confirmed after sending teams out Saturday to investigate the damage. The fastest-blowing tornado touched down in Pittsburgh's Highland Park neighborhood, while four other tornadoes hit , Elrama, Harrison City, the Allegheny County Airport in West

The Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium opened at its normal time of 9:30 a.m. Saturday with modified operations as crews continued to clear debris from Friday's tornado. A statement issued by spokeswoman Alex Cauley said zoo officials had recommended arriving after 11 a.m. and noted there would be some temporary restrictions

Spicy 1950s rom-com Pillow Talk, starring Doris Day and Rock Hudson, will screen Tuesday, June 11, at 7:30 p.m. at The Lindsay Theater and Cultural Center, in partnership with the Pittsburgh Classic Movie Club. Day stars as Jan, an interior decorator, with Hudson as Brad, a composer and playboy, who share a telephone party line and a mutual dislike"until Brad sees Jan in person and hatches a plan to win her heart. The film was nominated for five Oscars and won the Academy Award for Best Screenplay. "Pillow Talk is a funny, heartwarming film that harkens back to the premise of the original screwball comedies, specifically a hilarious battle of the sexes," says Pittsburgh Classic Movie Club president Wendy Whittick, who will introduce the picture. "This film revitalized the careers of Hudson and Day, recasting him as a comic actor and giving her a sexier image. It was such a success that they were paired in two subsequent films." The film topped the U.S. box office for seven consecutive weeks, and grossed nearly $19 million, then considered a huge amount. It was named to the Library of Congress' National Film Registry in 2009, recognized for its cultural, historic and aesthetic significance. Pillow Talk is "one of the most lively and up-to-date comedy-romances of the year," said The New York Times in its original 1959 review. "It is really the clever witty screenplay that accounts for much of the sparkle in this film. With a CinemaScope screen to play on, (the screenwriters) and director Michael Gordon have much fun. And that fun is transmitted to the audience in an easy and generous flow of ingeniously graphic situations and nimble repartee." Tickets are on sale now! The Lindsay is an independent, film-driven nonprofit located at 418 Walnut St. in Sewickley.

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Pittsburgh, often celebrated for its rich cultural heritage and sports fandom, also boasts an incredible pizza scene. Friday, May 17 is National Pizza Party Day, what better time to dive into the city's best pizza joints as selected by locals in TribLIVE's Best of the Best Community Choice Awards? Here's your guide to where you can find the best slices in the Steel City. East J & S Pizza located at1828 Union Ave, Natrona Heights, is famous for their authentic recipes and fresh ingredients. And, if you're looking for something totally unique, give their spaghetti pizza a try! Gus Franco's Pizza is a local favorite, at 2637 Leechburg Road, Lower Burrell. Opened in 2017, Gus Franco's is known for its hearty pies and welcoming atmosphere, making it a must-visit for pizza lovers. Salvatore's Pizza House, a cornerstone of the Pittsburgh pizza scene, Salvatore's offers a blend of traditional and innovative pizzas, baked to perfection. Find the at 612 Penn Avenue. North Caliente Pizza & Draft House has a reputation for crafting award-winning pizzas. Visit them at 4706 William Flinn Hwy, Allison Park for gourmet pies and an impressive selection of beers. Located at 1722 Mt Royal Blvd, Glenshaw, Franks Pizza and Chicken offers a delightful mix of pizza and chicken, making it ideal for those looking for variety and quality. Monte Cello's has been a family favorite for years, known for its inviting setting and consistently tasty pizza. Stop by 20325 Rte 19, Cranberry Twp and see for yourself! Southwest Carriage Inn Restaurant and Catering on Lovedale Road in Elizabeth is perfect for family gatherings, serving up a homestyle pizza experience that feels both traditional and innovative. Grande Jr Pizza Express is renowned for its speedy service and delicious pizzas, located at 596 Racetrack Road in Washington, Grande Jr is ideal for those in need of a quick and satisfying meal. Hurd's Greenock Deli can be found at 1127 Greenock Buena Vista Rd, McKeesport. It combines the charm of a deli with the comfort of pizza, offering unique flavors and friendly service. Westmoreland Jioio's Restaurant is famed for its thin, flaky crust pizzas with a sweet sauce, a signature recipe that has delighted patrons for decades. Visit them at 939 Carbon Road, Greensburg. Conforti's Pizzeria is a staple in the local community at 8871 US-30 in Irwin. Enjoy classic and specialty pizzas in a cozy, inviting atmosphere. Norvelt Pizzeria calls 811 Water Street, Scottdale home. They give their pies a special touch, making every bite feel like a little slice of home. Celebrate National Pizza Party Day by visiting one of these top-rated pizzerias or better yet, embark on a pizza tour around Pittsburgh to experience the diverse and rich flavors each has to offer. Pittsburgh's best pizza places do not disappoint. They have something to satisfy every palate.

Memorial Day marks a time of remembrance, a moment to honor those who sacrificed for our nation in more ways than one. This year amidst the solemnity of the occasion, Pittsburgh fitness experts SHAPE Training and SweatNET are coming together in a spirit of unity and philanthropy, blending fitness with charity to once again hold their annual mega Memorial Day Bootcamp! In collaboration with these local fitness enthusiasts is beneficiary, Clear Thoughts Foundation (CTF), aiming to raise the necessary funds to support the continuation of their breakthrough dementia research in Pittsburgh. What will participants experience? This Memorial Day bootcamp will be held in Pittsburgh, PA at the beautiful Strip District Terminal starting at 10:00am on Monday, May 27, 2024. Led by expert trainers from both SHAPE Training and SweatNET, this bootcamp is tailored to suit all fitness levels, ranging from seasoned athletes to beginners and even children! Bring the whole family and experience a high demand, high reward 60-min bootcamp styled class that offers something for everyone. Following the bootcamp portion, participants will then be led through a 15-min yoga cool down. Class cost is $20 per participant and will allow access to provided water, snacks, and exciting raffle baskets in addition to the workout. A mission you will want to sweat for... Beyond the sweat, exertion, and homage, the true essence of this bootcamp lay in its charitable mission. All proceeds generated from participant registrations, donations, and sold raffle tickets will be utilized to support the continued efforts of Pittsburgh based nonprofit, Clear Thoughts Foundation (CTF). CTF is dedicated to seeing a world free of dementia and has been working to fufill their mission since 2010 of funding breakthrough drugs and novel treatments to eliminate dementia. They have been a becon of hope and light for families with loved ones battling dementia, especially during the month of May as they champion their annual Dementia Awareness Month - a month long community initiative to spread dementia education, research awareness, and hope that one day we will all live in a world free of dementia. Experience the power and fulfillment of coming together for a common cause! Don't miss attending this event in the spirit of unity and altruism on Memorial Day. There will be sweat, determination, homage, and generosity, as the community comes together to remember our fallen while working to uplift those in need. More information and ticket purchases can be made at clearthoughtsfoundation.org... see you there!

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A Front Yard for All: The Grand Opening of Allegheny RiverTrail Park's Expansion "Other duties as assigned" is par for the course for Tony Miga, director of operations at Allegheny RiverTrail Park (ARP), a public park managed by an independent, nonprofit organization. Thanks to the nonprofit's hard work, ARP successfully provides free public access to parkland and multi-use trails that stretch alongside a Aspinwall–Sharpsburg section of the Allegheny River. The park is not supported by taxpayer dollars,which is why fundraising is crucial to the park's existence. Tony likens the organization to a public radio station, which provides a service to the community using donations from community members and benefactors. He notes that "not too many parks operate in this way." On any given Tuesday, Tony can be found rustproofing the docks, consulting a bride about her wedding or even scheduling Geese Police maintenance (dogs used to discourage geese from overtaking the park). With events on June 7 and 8, the park will celebrate the grand opening of The Front Yard, which highlights the more than 6 acres of parkland and trails acquired in 2021. Visitors now have access to a mile and a half of a walking/running/biking trail. This new expansion brings the river to the forefront and highlights the natural beauty of the riverfront. Tony talks about the evolution of the park's development: "What was once an industrial scrapyard is now a vibrant public greenspace. The property has essentially doubled in size and we are eager to celebrate. We hope the new space will be a place people visit frequently. This park offers access to a huge, open lawn for both games and relaxation, access to river recreation, and new park programming such as summer camps and year-round classes." River Rocks, a ticketed evening event with dinner and dancing along the scenic backdrop of the river, takes place on Friday, June 7. Saturday, June 8 is a family-friendly day of food trucks, musical performances and kids' activities, starting at 2 pm and running through 9 pm, all free of charge. Outdoor concert performances include Patrick Hodge, Liz McBride, Ole Whitetail, and Bindley Hardware Co. Additional performances feature Peanut Butter & Jam, O'Ryan the O'mazing, and the Riverfront Theater Company. Lastly, a vendor marketplace has been organized and, yes, a rain plan is in effect. Dee Stathis, executive director of ARP, knows exactly how much hard work and dedication is necessary to host such a major event: "The behind-the-scenes effort is incredible. So much passion is poured into this park from board members, volunteers and community members. The personal resources these folks have given is amazing and shows a real love for this location." She discusses the park's origins: "This park was designed for everyone " in Pittsburgh and beyond. The park's original name, Aspinwall Riverfront Park, was changed to Allegheny RiverTrail Park in order to reflect a more regional feel. The original goal was to connect the bike trail to the [longer and larger] Three Rivers Heritage Trail, and this last acquisition of acreage brings us that much closer." She acknowledges that this is an initial stage of a much broader strategic plan, and that park visitors should be aware of the ongoing journey: "We plan on engaging the community " most likely via online surveys " to reach the park's ultimate goals. Right now, we're eager to highlight The Front Yard." The trail extension provides access to 13th Street in Sharpsburg, which park leaders believe will attract more people. The front yard is for anyone, but easily accessible (and in some cases, within walking distance) for residents of Sharpsburg, Aspinwall, O'Hara, Fox Chapel, and Etna. The grand opening event will showcase the park for a broader community. In addition to two main overlooks, a new deck along the river has been added. At more than 3,000 square feet, it provides ample room for picnics and family gatherings. The deck will double as a main stage for local performances and classes. The new park property hosts both Farmer x Baker, an on-site cafe sourcing local and organic ingredients, and 3Rivers Outdoor Company, a local kayak and paddleboard outfitter. Other longtime partners include the Riverfront Theater Company, Kindermusik by Lynda and the Fox Chapel Crew. Currently, the property is also home to many organizations and classes. Winchester Thurston Summer Camps, Yoga Flow, For the Love of Bachata and Dah Dah Creative Play (art and sensory play classes) are hosted on site. These additions augment the pre-existing offerings of the park, which include a marina with a fishing dock, a fenced-in dog park, relaxation space with swinging hammocks, and a shaded playground with bronze slides created as works of art by sculptor Tom Otterness. The welcome center includes a pavilion and party room that can hold up to 200 guests. ARP works in tandem with the Harris Event Group, which serves as their exclusive wedding provider and coordinates all large party rentals. Small, private events (under 50 guests) can be planned through Dee and Tony. Weddings are increasingly popular, with bookings made a year or more in advance. "The wedding space is truly a unique and beautiful venue, combining outdoor with indoor space," says Tony. "There's nothing else exactly like it in the region." The weekend extravaganza is designed to be a communitywide celebration of the new Front Yard. "We are welcoming everyone to see and experience our beautiful community asset," says Dee, "and this opening will bring us one step closer to our ultimate goals. We will engage the community and take our time to determine the best strategy to move ahead. It is crucial to the park's future that we are thoughtful as to how to activate and develop this beautiful, riverfront area which is so special to so many."

A sensory friendly screening of the new John Krasinski film IF is set for Saturday, May 25, at 10:30 a.m. at The Lindsay Theater and Cultural Center. All tickets will be discounted to $8.75 for this special event. IF relates the funny and touching story of a girl who can see people's imaginary friends, and sets out to reunite the "pretend" playmates with the kids who loved them. "Imaginary friends are not just these adorable creations, they are time capsules for our hopes, dreams, ambitions," says Krasinski. "I wanted people to leave this movie believing in something bigger and believing in something beautiful." IF features Ryan Reynolds, Cailey Fleming and a star-studded cast of faces and voices including Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Louis Gossett Jr., Matt Damon, Maya Rudolph, Awkwafina, Bradley Cooper and Blake Lively. The Lindsay's sensory friendly screenings are geared to families and individuals who are impacted by autism or other special needs, and enables the entire family to participate in the cinematic experience. No trailers are shown to reduce "sit time," dim house lights remain on throughout the screening and volume is lowered. Doors exiting the screening room remain open, allowing guests to easily walk into the lobby if they wish. The Lindsay, which pioneered sensory friendly screenings northwest of Pittsburgh in 2017, schedules these showings to be the only events in the Theater and provides adequate staffing to create an enjoyable, low stress atmosphere for all attending. Tickets are available online and at the door. [Please email the Theater if you are unable to attend because of ticket costs.] The Theater, a nonprofit organization at 418 Walnut St., Sewickley, has attracted guests from across the tri-state area with sensory friendly screening event options to people living in suburban and rural areas. Parking in a metered municipal lot adjacent to the Theater is the easiest drop-off point for those with mobility challenges. A ramp also provides accessibility from Walnut Street.

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A 45th anniversary screening of George Romero's classic zombie film Dawn of the Dead, along with the Double Feature: Trailer Bash and Raging Pages trailer and screenplay competitions, will highlight the Pittsburgh Moving Picture Festival, set for Sunday, May 19, at The Lindsay Theater and Cultural Center. A celebration of the art of cinema and the region's rich motion picture tradition, the event also includes a Q&A with actors from Dawn of the Dead, filmed at the Monroeville Mall and considered one of the most influential horror films of all time. The afternoon begins at 12:30 p.m. with the Double Feature trailer and screenplay competitions, a curated program of Official Selections of coming attractions, all of which are eligible to earn one of the premiere trailer trophies on the festival circuit"the "Tabby""for Best Editing, Best Cinematography, Best Score, overall Best Trailer and the Audience Favorite award! This event is free to the public but reservations are requested to ensure seating for all. At 1:30 p.m., in collaboration with the George A. Romero Foundation's "Romero Lives!" series, the festival continues with a 30-minute Q&A with Dawn of the Dead actors Melissa Dunlap ("Airport Zombie Kid"), Bob Michelucci ("Scope Zombie") and"in a very rare public appearance"Jeannie Jeffries ("Blond Zombie"). The one-of-a-kind panel is hosted by fellow "zombie talent" veteran and director/producer Mike Ancas (Day of the Dead, Chasing Zombies). Following the Q&A, at 2 p.m., watch Dawn of the Dead as it was intended to be seen: on the big screen. Romero's gut-chomping, genre-defining sequel to Night of the Living Dead premiered April 12,1979 at the Gateway Theater in downtown Pittsburgh yet is rarely seen on movie screens. The plot follows two Philadelphia S.W.A.T. team members, a traffic reporter and his television executive girlfriend who seek refuge from a zombie epidemic in a secluded shopping mall. The late critic Roger Ebert gave the movie four out of four stars and proclaimed it one of the best horror films ever made. Empire named it one of the 500 Greatest Movies of all Time in a 2008 survey. The film also launched the career of makeup and special effects artist Tom Savini, a Pittsburgh native who went on to work on classic horror films such as Friday the 13th parts 1 and 4, and The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2. Tickets are on sale now! The Lindsay Theater and Cultural Center, formerly The Tull Family Theater, is an independent, film-driven arts nonprofit located at 418 Walnut St. in Sewickley.

Pittsburgh City Paper's "Best Filmmaker" of 2023, Steve Rudzinski, will screen his indie horror sensation, CarousHELL Trilogy, at The Lindsay Theater and Cultural Center's next Emerging Filmmakers Showcase, Thursday, May 16 at 7 p.m. Rudzinski, of Coraopolis, has garnered numerous awards from the indie horror community, including a Lifetime Achievement Award for directing from Grossfest, a horror convention; Best Feature Film of 2021 at the LA Indie Horror Fest, and the 2023 Fangoria Chainsaw Award. His work is also a hit in Prague, where a theater licensed the first CarousHELL film for six months of theatrical screening, and found fan reaction so positive that it has also licensed parts 2 and 3. Emerging Filmmakers Showcase events, a staple at The Lindsay, were developed to accelerate filmmakers' exposure and encourage exchanges between local artists and the public. Described as "equal parts hilarious, heartwarming and bloody," the CarousHELL Trilogy"the story of a sentient carousel unicorn trying to raise his half-human son"will be screening in its entirety for the first time in the U.S. Rudzinski, a horror fan since seeing Nightmare on Elm Street at age 3, says he hopes to inspire younger creatives who are considering a career in filmmaking. "It really is possible to make movies yourself and get them into the public eye!" Rudzinski serves as writer, director and co-producer of the trilogy. Other regional cast and crew members include co-writer and co-producer Aleen Isley, also of Coraopolis; director of photography and editor Scott Lewis of Mount Oliver; SFX designer Cody Ruch of Emsworth; and South Fayette Township native Rob Steinbock, producer/co-producer of the first film. Total running time is 220 minutes and includes brief intermissions between films. The screening will be followed by a Q&A session with Rudzinski and others involved in the project. Big Spring Spirits, a community-centric craft distillery based in Bellefonte, Pa., will also be on hand with "CarousHELL-inspired" signature cocktails available for purchase. While the event is free, RSVPs are requested to ensure seating for all. The Lindsay Theater, an independent, film-driven arts nonprofit, is located at 418 Walnut St. in Sewickley.

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