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Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy Events at Allegheny Commons
Thursday, May 2nd – Grand Reopening of the Northeast Fountain: The Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy, in partnership with the City of Pittsburgh, Allegheny Commons Initiative and Northside Leadership Conference, invites you to attend the grand reopening of the historic Northeast Fountain. We hope to make this a fun celebration with activities and food. Event will take place at the corner of Cedar Avenue and East North Avenue in Allegheny Commons Park. Please register in advance at their website, pittsburghparks.org.
Saturday, May 4th – 2019 PNC Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy Spring Hat Luncheon: This year’s event will be held in Allegheny Commons Park.The event will be held on Saturday, May 4th in Allegheny Commons Park. Tickets may be purchased online at pittsburghparks.org or by calling their office (412) 682-7275.
Kentucky Derby Themed Farm-to-Table Dinner
Our farm to table dinner was so good we couldn’t wait to do it again. This year’s dinner takes place on April 26th, beginning at 6:00 pm, at 831 W North Avenue. Bob Maravalli has created a fabulous and inventive themed dinner. Professionally crafted cocktails start at 6:00 pm and will be served along with passed appetizers until 7:00 pm. Guests will enjoy four additional courses throughout the evening, each with wine pairings. If that isn’t enough, we are embracing the Derby look – the bigger the hat, the better! The menu can be sent upon request there are vegetarian and vegan options. The price is $125.00 per person and must be paid in advance. No refunds will be given if canceled 7 days prior to the event. Payment methods are check, cash, credit or Venmo.
For more information or to RSVP, contact Gracie: (412) 956-5761 / gracie@gramaxllc.com
or Elaine: (412) 638-8106 / elaine.stone@smarterguys.com
YMCA Twelfth Annual Reds, Whites & Brews
You are cordially invited to the Allegheny Y’s 12th Annual Reds, Whites & Brews on Friday, April 12th, from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm held at Rivers Casino Ballroom. All proceeds benefit financial assistance in Programs, Services and Membership.
The evening is filled with a variety of red and white wine as well as craft beers and heavy hors d’oeuvres. There will be live entertainment, beautiful baskets for raffle and a variety of art and sports memorabilia for silent auction. This is truly a wonderful evening out in support of a great cause.
To RSVP, visit: pittsburghymca.org/events/12th-annual-allegheny-reds-whites-brews
Calvary United Methodist Women’s Group Plant Sale
The Calvary United Methodist women’s group is holding its third annual plant sale. A wide variety of perennials, peppers, herbs and accents are available. Order forms and information are available for pick-up at the church (971 Beech Avenue) or e-mail gazette@alleghenywest.org, and I will forward you an electronic copy of the leaflet and the order form. Orders will be due before April 21, 2019. Pick up is on May 4th, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. Thank you in advance for your support!
A Documentary About a Woman Who Became a Word
ReelQ Presents
Tchindas
Wednesday, April 24th
7:00 pm
As Randy Gilson is to Northside’s Randyland … Tchinda Andrade is to Carnival on Cape Verde. She is legendary for her creativity, making displays and costumes from scant resources.
And just as “Randy” (no last name needed) is one of the most loved and well-known people on the Northside, “Tchinda” became one of most beloved and celebrated women in Cape Verde.
And – here is where the story gets especially interesting – when Tchinda came out as transgender in 1998, she became even more popular. Her name inspired a term (affectionate not derogatory) used by locals to name queer Cape Verdeans. They are called “Tchindas.”
The documentary won the Grand Jury Award at Outfest, was nominated for an Africa Movie Academy Award and screened at the New York African Film Festival earlier this year. It’s also made a star of its protagonist.
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A Documentary About a Woman Who Became a Word
ReelQ Presents
Tchindas
Wednesday, April 24th
7:00 pm
As Randy Gilson is to Northside’s Randyland … Tchinda Andrade is to Carnival on Cape Verde. She is legendary for her creativity, making displays and costumes from scant resources.
And just as “Randy” (no last name needed) is one of the most loved and well-known people on the Northside, “Tchinda” became one of most beloved and celebrated women in Cape Verde.
And – here is where the story gets especially interesting – when Tchinda came out as transgender in 1998, she became even more popular. Her name inspired a term (affectionate not derogatory) used by locals to name queer Cape Verdeans. They are called “Tchindas.”
The documentary won the Grand Jury Award at Outfest, was nominated for an Africa Movie Academy Award and screened at the New York African Film Festival earlier this year. It’s also made a star of its protagonist.
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Allegheny City Walking Tour
The Allegheny City Society is hosting a guided walking tour in Allegheny West this Sunday, March 31st. The tour will focus on several significant women artist, authors, muckrakers and entrepreneurs.
The women to be highlighted on the walk include Mary Cassatt, the Preble sisters: Anica and Harriet, Lois Weber, Gertrude Stein, Martha Graham, Mary Irwin (recent addition thanks to news articles), Nellie Bly, Mary Roberts Rinehart and Margaret Deland. A few of these women lived, some for a very short time, in Allegheny West.
The tour begins at 2:00 pm at the corner of Ridge Avenue and Brighton Road (Irwin Ave to Alleghenians) and concludes at the City Books store. All are welcome and the cost is $5.
Don’t Miss this Exciting Concert: Spring Sinfonia
Tiffany Series Sponsored by the Allegheny Historic Preservation Society Presents
Spring Sinfonia
Tiffany Concert on Sunday, April 14, 2019 with the Pittsburgh Youth Symphony Orchestra Directed by Earl Lee, along with the Pittsburgh Concert Society Young Artist Winners.
This dynamic program Spring Sinfonia will include works by Felix Mendelssohn and Johann Sebastian Bach.
Concert to be held at the historic Calvary United Methodist Church at 971 Beech Avenue. Time will be 4:00 pm.
Tickets sold at door: General $15, Seniors $10, Students $10
For information call (412) 323-1070.
Don’t Miss this Exciting Concert: Spring Sinfonia
Tiffany Series Sponsored by the Allegheny Historic Preservation Society Presents
Spring Sinfonia
Tiffany Concert on Sunday, April 14, 2019 with the Pittsburgh Youth Symphony Orchestra Directed by Earl Lee, along with the Pittsburgh Concert Society Young Artist Winners.
This dynamic program Spring Sinfonia will include works by Felix Mendelssohn and Johann Sebastian Bach.
Concert to be held at the historic Calvary United Methodist Church at 971 Beech Avenue. Time will be 4:00 pm.
Tickets sold at door: General $15, Seniors $10, Students $10
For information call (412) 323-1070.