Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 27th of June.
Good morning, Pittsburgh.
A job fair in Homestead gave women career help with free childcare, resume support & networking opportunities.
The EmployHer initiative will host its next pop-up on Thursday, Oct. 15 at the Community Engagement Center in Homewood.
Community leaders in Duquesne welcomed local families to the newly renovated rec center, now rebranded as the Yeti Den.
The Divine Restoration Church + Allegheny County Housing Authority bought the space in January to offer after-school programs, a food bank and rental space for local teams and organizations.
Several key streets, including Market Square, Forbes Avenue, 10th Street Bridge, Armstrong Tunnel, and East Carson Street, will close from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. tomorrow for OpenStreets, an annual event by BikePGH for biking and walking.
Allegheny County is hosting a 100th Birthday Bash for the Warhol Bridge today (a local icon that turned 100 on June 17) with local artists, costume contests and screen printing for tote bags and T-shirts to highlight the bridge’s cultural significance.
Sharif Bey’s Homecoming exhibition runs through Oct.
12 at The Andy Warhol Museum on the North Side. The show features ceramic busts and sculptures blending African, Oceanic, and industrial influences (reflecting his Pittsburgh roots) curated by Nicole Dezelon.
Anthrocon 2026, called "Critters, Cryptids and Curses," returns to Pittsburgh for its 20th anniversary celebration at the David L.
Lawrence Convention Center from July 2 to July 5. More than 18,000 people are expected with a July 4 Fursuit Parade and block party that will benefit local charities.
Woodland Hills superintendent Joe Maluchnik testified Thursday during a heated five-day hearing as he denied claims of discrimination — the board has yet to set a final vote on his firing.
Penn Commercial Business/Technical School in Washington County has added an automatic truck to its CDL training fleet to help new drivers overcome the challenge of manual shifting.
Classes are forming now as the school continues its 95-year tradition of training skilled drivers while still offering manual transmission options.
Allegheny County approved up to $18M to transform the Tree of Life campus (5898 Wilkins Ave in Squirrel Hill) into a national memorial, museum and institute honoring the Oct.
27, 2018 tragedy. Designed by Daniel Libeskind and IKM Architecture, the facility will open to the public in 2028.
Five cooling centers will open in Pittsburgh next week to help residents cope with expected 90+ degree heat at local Health Active Living Senior Centers (Beechview, Greenfield, Homewood, Sheraden and South Side).
They will operate Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
After a season that saw them return to playoffs, the Penguins will make five selections in a two-day NHL Draft at KeyBank Center — their first round pick at No. 22 was set Friday at 7 p.m. on ESPN and rounds 2-7 begin today at 11 a.m.
Hyrox (a race event that brings together runners, lifters, and everyday competitors) is inspiring local athletes after Bridgeville resident Kyle Bush discovered a new challenge at a North Side race.
The event is set to boost community fitness and participation.
Devora Live Performance
6:00 – 10:30 PM — Crafthouse Stage & Grill — Ticket prices vary — Experience the unique fusion of outlaw country and dark pop with multimedia artistry by DEVORA.
Tunes At The Terminal: PAPPY SOLO
5-8 p.m. — Strip District Terminal — Free entry — Enjoy live local music in a vibrant atmosphere at one of Pittsburgh's iconic gathering spots.
Speed Dating for Singles in Pittsburgh
7-9 p.m. — Smiling Moose Brewing — $30 ticket — Meet up to 12 potential matches in a fun and friendly atmosphere.
WILLIS Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Entry for 18+ or with guardians — Experience the evolving sound of indie rock with WILLIS and The Booyah! Kids.
Love in the Club
8:30 – 11:59 PM — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $27.84 — A vibrant night of 2000s R&B and hip hop dance hits awaits.
MK Fullerton / LOWREV Album Release Show
6-10 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $29.39 to $51.37 — Catch MK Fullerton and LOWREV as they celebrate their album release with special guests Jaxon and Kid Tigrrr.
Brewers vs. Pirates with Postgame Concert
12:15 p.m. — PNC Park — Game ticket required — Enjoy an exciting MLB game followed by a concert from Jordan Davis.
Congress The Band Concert
8 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Ticket availability varies — Enjoy an evening of live music with Congress The Band in a vibrant venue.
Congress The Band Live
8:00 – 11:00 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant sounds of Congress The Band in a lively setting.
Pittsburgh Speed Dating for Singles Age 30s/40s
7-9 p.m. — The Dog Penn — Check website for ticket price — Meet up to 12 potential matches in a fun and friendly speed dating event.
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