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• Get Your Irish Up! Get Your Irish Up!

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    The Pittsburgh Irish Festival celebrates its 20^th Anniversary. This event is one of the finest Irish-American festivals, exhibiting Irish music, lore, food, and dance in the region. The Pittsburgh Irish Festival is held the weekend after Labor Day in September at Riverplex between Sandcastle and Waterfront, and draws over 25,000 visitors for the weekend gathering.  Audiences will enjoy the performances of Irish music, dance and cultural craft persons, artisans and the Irish history and tradition that exist in Pittsburgh past and present.

     Daily entertainment and events for all ages such as: Gaelic Sports, Irish Market Place, Blarney Bingo and an Irish dog area. No need to bring your dog… this area will introduce you to all of the Irish breeds

    The young adults can join in for competitive and non-competitive activities in the activity area here there’ll be the “Cliffs of Moher” climbing wall along with trying your hand at the Irish cornhole game.

    Get your Irish up and come experience a weekend of family fun.

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• Civil War Room open for visits Civil War Room open for visits

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    The Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall located in the borough of Carnegie opened in 1901 and still serves the community. This historic landmark is one of only four libraries in the United States endowed by famed industrialist and philanthropist, Andrew Carnegie.  The other two still in use are located in Braddock, Homestead, The library in the town of Duquesne has been demolished.

    A two-story Italianate facade composed of russet colored brick with terracotta trim sits upon a hill overlooking Carnegie's Main Street. The facility houses a public library and a 500+ seat Music Hall modeled after Carnegie Hall in New York. The Music Hall adjoins a reception hall and studio space.

    Also in the building is an intact Grand Army of the Republic post room from the Civil War called The Thomas Espy Post of the Grand Army of the Republic. The room houses artifacts such as flags and books and relics of the original GAR. GAR (Grand Army of the Republic) was a veteran’s organization formed in 1866 and membership consisted of honorably discharged Union soldiers, sailors and marines of the Civil War. The collection contains the biographical and military information on the members.

    It’s interesting to see the picture taken of the men belonging to the post posing on the front steps of the library. This is a great place to start a search if you have family from the area that served in the Civil War. You just may be a descendent who can identify someone from your family tree.

     Anyone interested in the Civil War should make this a stop.

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• sold two triplexes belonging t sold two triplexes belonging to the church^_^ -wow power leveling

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• in the suburbs outside Montrea in the suburbs outside Montreal^_^ -wow gold

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    Statistics on the number of deaths or accidents along this stretch of railway were not available; however, Feigel said seven people were killed and three were seriously injured in Quebec last year while trespassing on railway property. Level crossings on railway tracks are more common in the suburbs outside Montreal, Ryan said, but there are a handful in the city, including one in St.
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• it would be hell on erath^_^ - it would be hell on erath^_^ - wow power leveling

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    A lifetime of happiness!No man alive could bear it; it would be hell on erath. Police originally believed two dogs were involved in the attack. But investigators now say that only one dog bit the woman and that the second one, which is still loose, does not seem cvbvkmn;op-[p098otugjfgvhnvbg aggressive. It was Port of Montreal employees who found the injured woman and called 911.No matter which are available, my WoW day runs a little smoother if I am not whisked away to do other things before savoring the familiar flavor of both my coffee and my dailies.What is it that jumpstarts your WoW day and makes Azeroth a great place to spend a relaxing day?
    
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    The woman, who was bitten on the arms and legs, tried to scale a barbed-wire fence to escape the dogs, further hurting herself, police said. The victim was taken to the hospital. Her injuries are not life-threatening, police said. The attack occured at 7:15 a.m. on a vacant industrial lot near the corner of Notre Dame and Sicard Sts.
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    Montreal police Constable Olivier Lapointe said. Police managed to catch one of the dogs, but the other eluded its pursuers. "We believe we caught the dog that bit the woman," Lapointe said. The dog will be held in quarantine and evaluated before deciding what to do with it, Lapointe said. The dogs' owner has still not been identfied.
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• it just seemed so fictitious^_ it just seemed so fictitious^_^ -louis vuitton

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    it just seemed so fictitious^_^ -louis vuitton
    
    
    Knowledge is power . (Francis Bacon , British philosopher ) Last July 26, Her Royal Highness Princess Rashidah Sa'adatul Bolkiah, the eldest daughter of Brunei Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah, celebrated her birthday at the Istana Sports Club. And a Pinay celebrity was invited to cvbnvk,j;op-[i9otyujgf sing—Iya Villania, who rendered her versions of "Love Song," "Bad Romance," "Love Story," "Money Honey," "Smile" and "Last Dance." Other invited guests were two popular film actors from Indonesia, Joshua and Dimas.
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• that run along the railroad to that run along the railroad to cross the tracks^_^ - wow gold

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    that run along the railroad to cross the tracks^_^ - wow gold
    
    
    contented mind is the greatest blessing a man can enjoy in this world. Instead of using the Rosemont viaduct or an underpass along St. Denis St. or Christophe Colomb Ave., an estimated 200 to 300 pedestrians and cyclists each day sneak through holes cut into the fences that run along the railroad to cross the tracks.
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    who spoke on the condition that his last name not be used, as he was walking his bike over the tracks to get onto the bicycle path near Clark St. He said he's never had to wait very long for a new hole to be cut if another one is closed, even though he said he has no idea who makes them. When I miss the opportunity or have to wolf it down as I am running late out of the house in the morning, the day just seems drag or deteriorate into some form of chaos beyond my control. Those are usually the days that the car won't start, they run out of roast beef at my favorite sandwich shop, or the copy machine breaks down just as I enter the office.
    
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    Along the stretch of tracks between Park and Christophe Colomb Aves., some gaps in the chain-link are neatly clipped, while some others are created by peeling back sections of the fence. Some holes are hidden behind trees or bushes, while others are in plain view. A bilingual Facebook group "Passages sur la voie ferree -Ways to cross the train tracks," with more than 800 members, lets users share information about openings in the fences.
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    At least 650 people signed a petition launched in mid-June demanding level crossings, and asking CPR to stop ticketing trespassers and to decriminalize crossing over the tracks. For years, the city and the two boroughs have discussed building some kind of crossing for pedestrians along the stretch of railway to make it easier to access Rosemont metro station.
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• Pittsburgh Renaissance Festiva Pittsburgh Renaissance Festival

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    Here’s King Henry and Queen Anne! They are coming back and will arrive at the castle August 21, 2010. and be here till the last weekend in September.  Where’s the castle? Right here just a thirty minute drive from downtown Pittsburgh in Mt. Pleasant.

    There lots of fun for everyone in the family from Irish Festivals to a children’s weekend. Then there’s the final weekend with an Oktoberfest!

    Delight your palate and sample vintages from local Pennsylvania wineries. Join in for Grape Stomp Competitions to experience wine making from the good old days. Don’t like wine, then how about some good old German beer.

    Plus they’ll be plenty of food with medieval rides, games and contests such the “Men in Kilts Contest”. I think there’ll be some real hearty laughs for that one. The Festival will entertain the kids, adults and of course the people that are a little bit of both.  

    Jousters will compete, the Children's Realm will occupy the young ones and all will enjoy the Crafts Marketplace.

    Everyone will enjoy a weekend at the Pittsburgh Renaissance Festival!

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• Go Underground Go Underground

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      The beauty of nature underground has much to behold. Pack up the family and enjoy a great adventure underground in Pennsylvania.

    The Laurel Caverns located in the Laurel Highlands at Farmington, are about an hour's drive southeast Pittsburgh, and the largest cave in Pennsylvania. The caverns offer a1-hour guided tour, or go spelunking through the several miles of cave led by experienced guides. Golf anyone? Play Kavernputt, an 18-hole underground mini-golf course. Wonder if there's is beer at the 18th hole? I'll never tell.

    In Central Pennsylvania located within 3 hours east of downtown Pittsburgh visit the underground attractions at the:

    Indian Caverns , Native American history-seeker can see for themselves why these caverns are filled with of Indian folklore with its giant stalagmites, the "frozen Niagara". Along the banks of Spruce Creek, there are areas for picnics to take a rest before heading out to explore miles of active caverns.

    Lincoln Caverns in Huntingdon is where you'll experience giant flowstones, delicate stalactites, the wonders of underground are hard to imagine unless you actually go and see what Mother Nature has presented to you. Back up on the earths surface go panning for gemstones, you just might be lucky enough to receive one of natures gifts that shines on forever. This cavern also offers a camping ground for overnight stays.

    At Penn's Cave in Centre Hall take a 50-minute guided boat tour through the natural underworld.(Think Old Mill a now gone Kennywood ride dubbed "tunnel of love") They also offer a bus tour through 1500 acres of the Farm & Wildlife Park full of elk, bison, wolves, and bobcats. Lions and tigers and bears! Oh My!

    Woodward Cave in Woodward, PA is one of the state's largest caverns. "Hanging Forest" features the largest collection of stalactites found in the cave, along with ribbon formations and flowstone. The air temperature is around 48 degrees all year long. Bring a jacket or if you're a cold natured person like me bring a winter coat.

    The Coral Caverns in Bedford County were formed by an ancient inland sea; the walls are covered with fossilized remains of prehistoric aquatic life from 400 million years ago.

    Explore Pennsylvania, the best things are in your own back yard!

     

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• Route 40-Kentuck Knob to Washi Route 40-Kentuck Knob to Washington, PA

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    The Historic National Road is the Nation's first federally funded highway. It became a transportation corridor for goods and people, creating cultural diversity where visitors experience a physical timeline -- classic inns, toll houses, diners, and motels that trace 200 years of American history.

    Look for the cast-iron mile markers placed along the route. These obelisk markers were placed every one mile and noted the distance to Cumberland and Wheeling and nearby towns.

    First stop: Fort Necessity

    Before the National Road was constructed, the first battle of the French & Indian War was fought there at Fort Necessity, 11 miles east of Uniontown, Colonial troops commanded Colonel George Washington were defeated in the small stockade at the "Great Meadow". Today the park comprises approximately 900 acres, including the battlefield with the reconstructed Fort, a visitor center, and Mount Washington Tavern.

    Second stop: Mount Washington Tavern

    Mount Washington Tavern, now part of the Fort Necessity National Battlefield, was a home built by Judge Nathaniel Ewing in about 1827. It later became a stage stop and tavern that served travelers on the National Road. This is a stagecoach tavern that Offered three basic things; food, drink, and lodging.

    Third stop: Major General Edward Braddock

    View the grave of British, leader of an ill-fated expedition to the forks of the Ohio River to try to capture French-held Fort Duquesne during the French and Indian War

    Forth stop: Uniontown

    Uniontown was the headquarters for three major stagecoach lines which carried passengers over the National Road, and The Columbia Rolling Mill, an iron and steel works, was located in Uniontown from 1887 to 1895. The mill was the town's unquestioned top industry at that time.
    
    Fifth stop: Searight toll house

    Named for tavern owner William Searight, the toll house is one of six toll houses along Historic National Road and the one of the two located route 40 in Pennslvania. Thousands of travelers paid tolls here while journeying along the road.

     

    Six stop: Brownsville

    Located on the Monongahela River, Brownsville was a center for steamboat building and river freight hauling. Here you can visit Nemacolin Castle, the Flatiron Building Heritage Center or a historic church of 1845. Stop to view the Flatiron Bridge built in the 1830s.

    Seventh stop: Beallsville

    Located here you’ll find the statues “The Madonna of the Trail”, an 18-ft. tall tribute to the pioneer mothers who traveled west. The Madonna of the Trail is a stony-faced pioneer Mother in long dress and bonnet, strutting westward with a rifle on one arm, an infant on the other while another little child grasps Mom's skirt.

    Stop eight: Scenery Hill

    This view opens up all the land, you’ll see the most breath taking scenes, where the towns, highways, mountains and the and the sky meet up to paint a beautiful picture.

    Along the trail there are stops for antique shopping, picking up some fresh vegetables and fruit. You can also stop at an old diner The Route 40 Diner for a good breakfast, lunch or dinner.

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• Visit to Kentuck Knob Visit to Kentuck Knob

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    Tours at Kentuck Knob discuss the house and Frank Lloyd Wright's Usonian architecture and the integration of the house built into the brow of the hill with the landscape. Experienced interpreters guide all tours through Kentuck Knob. 

     

    The Regular tour lasts approximately 45 minutes. This guided tour includes information regarding Frank Lloyd Wright's Usonian concept as well as a general history of the home. After the tour visitors are invited to walk through the sculpture garden.

    Children must be 6 years of age on this tour

     

    The In-Depth tour lasts approximately 75 minutes. An experienced guide provides an extended interpretation of all the rooms of the house including secondary spaces not available on the regular tour. Group size is limited to 10.

    Children must be 9 years of age to accompany adults on this tour

     

    The “Remains of the Day Event” is for those who wish to experience Frank Lloyd Wright’s House on Kentuck Knob in an intimate fashion. Restricted tour size permits a docent to personally address the guests’ inquires. Guests also have the opportunity to enjoy fresh fruit served over “Hagan Pennsylvania Vanilla Ice Cream.” Children older than 10 years of age, if accompanied by an adult, are welcome.

     

    It is recommended that all Guests be at least 12 years of age.

    Interior photography is not permitted.

    Limited Wheelchair Policy

     

    About Kentuck Knob:

    You sense serenity and harmony in the house and its surroundings. Visitors to Kentuck Knob will find the smaller, domestic scale of the house as habitable, there’s no museum feel about the house. The trees and landscaping invite you in for a visit to a friendly neighbor.

    The Palumbos have filled the home with their collection of art and artifacts from all over the world including the garden, the woods and the meadow.The tour of Kentuck Knob is further enhanced by the Sculpture Meadow iwhere you’ll find works by contemporary artists such as Andy Goldsworthy, Claes Oldenburg, Sir Anthony Caro and Ray Smith as well as many others are represented in the collection.

     

    History of Kentuck Knob;

    In 1953, Bernardine and I.N. Hagan (Hagan Ice Cream) purchased 80 acres in the mountains above Uniontown, in Western Pennsylvania.

    At 86 Frank Lloyd Wright designed Kentuck Knob without ever setting foot on the site, except for a short visit during the construction phase. This would be one of the last homes to be completed by Wright.

    The Hagans spent thirty years at Kentuck Knob, and then sold the house in 1986 to Lord Palumbo of England, the current owner. Lord Palumbo and family spend 5 weeks a year living at Kentuck Knob

     

    Kentuck Knob opened for tours in 1996.

     

    The Kentuck Knob residence and property are available for evening rentals April through September for special occasions of small gatherings numbering thirty or less. The back patio, with its pond and surrounding gardens, provides an intimate setting for up to fifty guests, while the knob, with its panoramic view of the Youghiogheny River gorge, an open, natural setting that can accommodate seventy-five visitors comfortably. For further information, or to arrange a complimentary consultation, please call 724-329-1901 or email, pcoyle@kentuckknob.com.

     

    Looking for a memorable experience? Celebrate Sunday Brunch in style with a uniquely designed menu. Guests are served in a private space which was originally designed as the Hagans’ art room. An experienced senior docent hosts the event and, afterward, conducts a narrated tour of the residence. Children older than 10 years of age, if accompanied by an adult, are welcome. No more than six guests, nor less than two, may be accommodated per event.

     

    Gift Shop open Sunday through Saturday 9-5 except for Wednesday 11-5. To make a purchase or if you have questions please call 724-329-1901 or email information@kentuckknob.com.

     

    Tour Prices:

    Adult-Reserved$16.00

    Adult$18.00

    Youth (ages 6-12) reserved$10.00

    Youth (ages 6-12) $12.00

    In-Depth$55.00

    Remains of the Day Event$80.00Exclusive Brunch Event$100.00

     

    Directions from downtown Pittsburgh:

    For a scenic route: From the downtown Welcome Center Head towards Stanwix turn right onto Stanwix. Left on Boulevard of the Allies. Right onto Liberty Bridge. Middle lane for South on Route 51 to Uniontown. Turn right on bypass (119 South to US 40 East). Take US 40 East to Chalk Hill. Turn left on Chalk Hill/Ohiopyle Road and go six miles to Kentuck Knob entrance on right.

     

     

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• American Civil War 150th Anniv American Civil War 150th Anniversary

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    150 Years since the Civil War Split the American County. What role did Pittsburgh play? No battles were fought on the ground in this region, but Pittsburgh and its countryside were critical in industrial, military, financial and political support for the Union cause.  Pittsburgh designed and manufactured steamboats, locomotives, freight cars, iron.”Iron City”.  Fort Pitt Foundry supplied 15 percent of the Unions wartime orders for weaponry and supplies. Pittsburgh manufactured the world’s then-largest cannon and nearly 1,200 guns used in the war.

    The area is also the birthplace of a number of wartime heroes who fought in some of the Civil War’s most notable battles, including John White Geary who commanded the “White Star Division” (Twelfth Army Corps) during the Battle of Gettysburg and later went on to become governor of Pennsylvania. Journalist Jane Grey Swisshelm, known for her radical abolitionist newspapers and political activism, also hails from this region. Below are some sites that are related to the Civil War:

    http://www.soldiersandsailorshall.org/

    Many exhibits displaying military artifacts and personal mementos.  The Gettysburg Room is dedicated to the Civil War and the Hall of Valor which pays tribute to American heroes.

    Plaque Honoring Jane Grey Swisshelm
    Dedicated to ending slavery, Swisshelm faced countless threats as editor of several radical abolitionist newspapers. View this plaque in her honor at the Heinz headquarters.

    LeMoyne House

     National Historic Landmarks of the Underground Railroad in the U.S., the house of Francis Julius LeMoyne was a safe haven for those seeking refuge as they tried to escape from slavery.

    Blairsville Area Underground Railroad Project
    Tour the town of Blairsville—a stop along an Underground Railroad route in Pennsylvania—for a look at the many Underground Railroad sites.

    Allegheny Cemetery
    Visit the graves of soldiers who served in the Civil War, both for the Confederate and Union armies, at the Allegheny Cemetery.

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• Riding the rails in Western PA Riding the rails in Western PA

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    Approximately 3 hours from  Pittsburgh arrive at an 1892-vintage freight station in Titusville, PA. The three hour trip will take you to Pennsylvania Oil Country to learn about oil history, people and places while you and family share the fun of train travel and relive history. 

    There are also special attractions like the open-air car (weather permitting) where you'll have a perfect view of the beautiful northwestern PA landscape and see a variety of wildlife from groundhogs to bald eagles, with ducks, deer, and blue heron, as well as the occasional black bear.

    Into canoeing? Bring your canoe!  The train will haul you upstream and leave you at Perry Street Station, to enjoy a ride on the water back to the station.

    Bicyclists can ride the 10 mile long bike path through Oil Creek State Park. Bikes can be rented Monday through Friday at Petroleum Centre by calling Oil Creek State Park at (814)676-5915. You and your bicycle will be picked up at Petroleum Centre, Rynd Farm Station, or Drake Well Station if you want to shorten your trip. 

    How about sending Gram a card from the train? The OC&T RR operates the only working Railway Post Office in the United States.  You can send a postcard or enjoy a snack during your ride. Maybe the postmaster will let you postmark your own card.

    Want to spend the night? The Caboose Motel is the perfect place for railroad buffs. The motel opened June, 2005 and it’s just across the parking lot from the Perry Street Station at 407 South Perry Street.  It operates independently from the OCTRR.  Reservations can be made at 800-827-0690.  The Motel features 21 caboose units and is open 24/7 during our operating season.  Three units are handicapped-accessible. 

     

     

     

     

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• Experience Pittsburgh with "Yo Experience Pittsburgh with "Your Active City" Tours

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    Wanted to share with you a great way to learn Pittsburgh history and recall some of the miles stones that make the city what it is today.

    I met Sara of Your Active City Tours at Mellon Square the starting point for the “Scared Spaces and Civic Places” walking tours. I won’t spoil it by telling you the things she told me on the tour, that you’ll have to experience yourself, but I will say if you have any interest at all about the history of our civic buildings or churches you must take this tour. The inside and outside of the civic buildings have a history that will keep you hanging on every word. Once you enter the sacred places and feel and see the beauty of it all you’ll want to come back with family and friends to share the jaw dropping wonder. I took the tour on a Tuesday and by Thursday I had recommend it to just about everybody that asked “I have a day to spend in downtown Pittsburgh what should I do?”

    This a satisfying tour and I hope the next time your in our city you will experience Pittsburgh with one of the tours offered.

    Your Active City Tours also has biking tours and Pedicab Tours.

     

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• Grasslands at the Aviary Grasslands at the Aviary

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    A trail follows simple rope railings that present a shared environment feeling between visitors and free-flying birds. You will enjoy watching and discovering exquisite birds as they flit in and out and sometimes hides amongst the various foliage and vegetation natural to their habitat. The sounds of twittering and colorful finches, doves and more produce a birds paradise that welcomes the visitors to step into their world.

    Families will love this exhibit…there’s something for all age groups to enjoy at the National Aviary.

    
    While you’re there, learn about the unique life sustained in grassland habitats and the importance of these rapidly disappearing areas to the balance of nature.

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• Explore Shiloh Street on Mt. W Explore Shiloh Street on Mt. Washington

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    You’ve never seen the sights of Pittsburgh until you’ve seen them from Mount Washington.  The city sparkles from this vantage point, but the neighborhood of Mount Washington itself is a destination.  Shopping, restaurants—the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of downtown await you in Mount Washington.  So hop on an incline and head to the neighborhood that’s more than just a view.

    Shiloh Street is a great place to stroll especially on a summer Saturday. Starting on Memorial Day to Labor Day, come to Mt. Washington and experience Mt. Washington Art Market Place where some of the Pittsburgh areas best artists will be on display. Each week different artists bring new and interesting pieces to the event which runs 11 am-6 pm Paintings, jewelry, sculpture, woodwork.

    You'll also find some neat little places to shop as well. The Eiseltown Flower Shop is reminiscent of a craft shop of the past; having candles, live plants and lots of little gifts and souvenirs.  You can also play the lottery, pick up a newspaper and buy refreshments and snacks.  Visitors will enjoy this shop with its homey atmosphere and friendly employees.

    Lucky Bucks a dollar store is clean and bright on its corner location.  Visitors can go buy those last-minute items at the good ol’ price of one dollar.  The store also carries souvenir T-shirts and Pittsburgh items.

    When you get hungry stop for a lite bite at Grand Brew Cafe enjoy your coffees, lattes and cappuccinos in a tastefully decorated café or sit out at one of the sidewalk tables.  The café has a menu of sweet delights and is located next to DiFiore’s Ice Cream Delight, so there are treats for everyone in the family.

    If you’re really hungry drop in at J&J's Family Restaurant, this family friendly restaurant is inviting and has the atmosphere of dining at a private home.  Here you can get breakfast, lunch and dinner at any time during their operating hours at a reasonable price.  Homemade pies and hard-packed ice cream are there for dessert, and even get a hug from the owner’s daughter before you leave! I chose to stop for a bite at Redbeards, the food was very good and the service even better.

     Packs and Dogs is only a few years old in this location, they feature beers from around the world so if beer tasting is your fancy, this is the place to buy a six pack from six different countries to go with the variety of mean dogs made with any combination of condiments served up in a fifties style diner atmosphere.

    All of this and a beautiful day?  Yes, life is good!

     

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• Pittsburgh Inclines and everyt Pittsburgh Inclines and everything in between

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    What’s up on Mt. Washington around and between the Inclines? Interesting question and something I've always wanted to know. So I started my quest at the Downtown Welcome Center at 10:15 am.

    The walk to the incline is made easier by going through Point State Park, continue over the bridge under the highway overpass, and bear to the left toward the Fort Pitt Museum to follow a path that leads you over the Fort Pitt Bridge and directly to the bottom of the incline. This took a mere 15 minutes to do.

    The ride up will never get old to me, the skyline is fascinating and the view of the hills surrounding Pittsburgh literally takes your breath away. It's always a better experience when you're riding with people who are enjoying their first experience riding the incline. I rode up with a family from France who never stopped taking pictures. I engaged them in conversation using my Pittsburgh skills to wow them even more.

    When you reach the top station of the incline be sure to take time to check out the Inclines historical pictures of the city and how the incline works. There's nice gift shop as well for souvenirs or something cold to drink.

    Exiting the station a I made a right turn to view the statue of George Washington and Native American Guyusata Stop and ponder what they were debating. Very cool!

    Doubling back towards the Duquesne Incline station and continuing past it you'll notice some of the upscale restaurants that serve food with aview to boot. Just pass these starts the unique houses some glamorous some left over from the coal mining days that have been remodeled dressed up with landscaping, door and window hangings.

    At the intersection of PJ Mcardle and Grandview Avenues I got my first view of the city sky line, just peek of whats to come if I continue up this slight grade about another 500 feet. Then boom there she is in all her glory a full view at the first lookout across the street from a beautiful church named St. Mary's on the Mount with its ten beautiful stained glass windows that are a pictorial view of the life of Christ. Over the main entrance is an immense window representing the "Ascension"

    Another 500 feet or so I come to the second lookout across from the historical landmark Carnegie Library which is painted white and looks more like it belongs on an island.

    As I continue on my way to the Monongahela Incline the side walk bumps out slightly over the mountain with bench sitting were couples had seated them selves enjoying the afternoon and each other. Within a quarter of a mile is a smaller lookout platform followed by another sidewalk bump out. I came upon the Monongahela Incline and checked the time. Its just a sweet 35 minute leisurely walk with very interesting points of view. Be aware that there are no restrooms between or at the inclines. So making a stop on Shiloh was a must and I wanted to visit there anyway.

    More about Shiloh Street in my next blog. Until then discover for yourself what's between the inclines and enjoy the view.

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• Free Concerts in Pittsburghs C Free Concerts in Pittsburghs County Parks

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    Summer time is the time to enjoy music under the stars. So choose one the the Allegheny County parks and/or other locations around the Pittsburgh area and partake of the free concerts coming your way. Yes I said they are free and open to public "come one come all."  The 16th annual Pittsburgh Blues Festival at Hartwood Acres will be in the house as well as all time favorites the Pittsburgh Symphony and the Pittsburgh Opera. Some of the other guests this year include Roseanne Cash, Yo La Tengo and Dawes.
    
    
    The concerts can are at South Park and Hartwood Acres. First up is the Pittsburgh on Friday, June 4 at South Park, followed by Chuck Blasko & the Vogues on June 11 at South Park and Dawes on June 13 at Hartwood Acres.
    For a list of concerts this summer click on the links for the for the parks.
    
    
    Bring the blanket and chairs and sit back and enjoy!
    

    
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• Seeking the odd things in Pitt Seeking the odd things in Pittsburgh

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    20-Foot-Tall Transformer Robot

    A yellow-and-black transformer was built in 2009 as part of Pittsburgh's 250th birthday celebration. The robot is made of recognizable girders and beams from Pittsburgh's many bridges, several of which stretch up and down the river just across the street. Pittsburgh is known as the "City of Bridges." The robot looks impressive, but it probably won't last until the wonderful future when the real Transformers rule the earth.

    Located at:

    Fort Duquesne Blvd and 7th Street, Pittsburgh, PA

    Directions: Downtown, along the south side of the river. I-279 exit 6C onto Fort Duquesne Boulevard. Drive three blocks. The Transformer will be on the right, just past the third stoplight, at the intersection of 7th Street, in front of a parking lot.

    
    

    Eyeball Seats

    Named in honor of Agnes R Katz, the plaza features eyeball seats surrounded by 32 double rowed linden trees and a fountain by Louis Bourgeois that is 25 feet high and features two streams of water that spring from the top and flows to the base. The fountain has heated water allowing it to flow all year round.

     Located at:

    Penn Avenue and 7th Street, Pittsburgh, PA

    Directions: Downtown, along the south side of the river. I-279 exit 6C onto Fort Duquesne Boulevard. Drive three blocks. Turn right onto 7th Street.

    
    

    5,000 Religious Relics at St. Anthony's Chapel

    This is an extremely odd attraction. St. Anthony's Chapel houses 5,000 religious relics. It has the second largest collection of religious relics in the world (the largest is in the Vatican) and a piece of the True Cross.

    Located at:

    1700 Harpster St., Pittsburgh, PA

    Phone: 412-323-9504

    Directions:  From the North I-279 south. Exit 8-B. East on North Avenue/Spring Garden Avenue for a mile, then right onto Wickline Lane. Right onto Cowley Street. Right onto Ley Street. Right onto Froman Street, then left onto Harpster Street. From the south: I-279 exit north. Exit7-C. Merge onto State Road 28, then take the Chestnut Street exit. Left onto Chestnut, then right onto Phineas Street/Troy Hill Road/Gardner St. for about three-quarters of a mile. Turn right onto Hatteras Street. Left onto Claim Street.  Right onto Harpster Street.

    Forbes Field -Original Home Plate

    The remnants of old Forbes Field still exist in Pittsburgh’s Oakland neighborhood. Forbes Field was the original home of the Pittsburgh Steelers and Pittsburgh Pirates and  was the location of the "Shot Heard 'Round the World" when Bill Mazeroski hit a home run winning the game against the New York Yankees in 1960.  The field was torn down in 1970, but the original home plate and outfield fences were saved by the University of Pittsburgh.

    Located at:

    The University of Pittsburgh’s Campus.

     Directions: Take the 376 Parkway to the University of Pittsburgh (Oakland, Forbes Ave exit), and look for University of Pitt Posvar building.
    
    

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• The Society for Contemporary C The Society for Contemporary Craft

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    The Society for Contemporary Craft has presented contemporary art in craft media by international, national and regional artists since 1971. It offers exhibitions of multicultural diversity and of non-mainstream art. They also offer classes, community outreach programs, free to the public exhibitions and family friendly hands-on art activities..

     

    Main Gallery exhibit is Fiberart International 2010 (April 16 - August 22, 2010)

    Fiberart International was organized by the Fiberarts Guild if Pittsburgh, Inc. it is held every three years and features 85 works that push the boundaries of fiber art. Twenty-two pieces were produced by artists living outside of the US. This is an exceptional exhibit for example Lori Lope Pelish’s, “We Were All There” Appears to be a tapestry, but upon getting close to it you see that is a patch work of materials (think quilt.)

     

    This is a great venue for groups and for families…the adults will enjoy the exhibits and gift shop, while the children can visit the “drop-in studio” to make a piece of art of their own creation.

     

    The SCC is also a great place to rent for your next event not only does this provide a unique venue for your guests, but the rental fees support SCC’s free exhibitions and community programs.

     

    Operating hours are Tuesday through Saturday-10am to 5pm (Mondays by appointment)

    Admission to exhibition is free to the public. Call or visit website for class fees.

     

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