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Free Tickets for Northsiders: Six A Breast
CORNINGWORKS September 6th, 7th and 9th
An evening of sharp irony and salient farce, a cascade of vaudevillian scenes. Performed by 3 women, Six A Breast encapsulates the lunacy of all our lives, no matter the gender, but women . . . they got the “mother lode” backwards and in heels. Starring Beth Corning, Sally Rousse and Laurie Van Wieren with choreography by Beth Corning.You’re Invited
Thanks to the generous support of the Buhl Foundation, Northside residents and workers are invited to attend this performance for free. A limited number of tickets are available online, so reserve your seat today. [ebor_button style=”pumpkin” url=”https://www.eventbrite.com/e/northside-corningworks-sept-6-tickets-37467040928″] Wednesday, September 6 at 7 PM [/ebor_button] [ebor_button style=”pumpkin” url=”https://www.eventbrite.com/e/northside-corningworks-sept-7-tickets-37467104117″] Thursday, September 7 at 8 PM [/ebor_button] [ebor_button style=”pumpkin” url=”https://www.eventbrite.com/e/northside-corningworks-sept-9-tickets-37467219462″] Friday, September 9 at 8 PM [/ebor_button]Tickets On Sale Now! Alleys, Axles & Ales on September 23rd
Alleys, Axles & Ales Returns
Explore the back streets of Allegheny West to catch a glimpse of cool cars while sampling local brews. This year over 10 garages will be displaying 20+ cars.
This year there will be a special Concours of Jaguars on display!
The tour is self-guided and begins at Babb Insurance at 850 Ridge Avenue in the rear of the building.
Bring your own classic, modern or exotic car to show in the designated display lot.
Car show display lot is located at the intersection of Galveston and N Lincoln Avenues.
New This Year: Cars ‘n Coffee
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Car lovers are invited to bring along their own classic treasures for exotic car and street rod networking. Join us before the tour for some coffee and conversation.
Alleys, Axles & Ales ticket is required to attend.
Buy Your Tickets Today
$25.00 presale | $30.00 at the door | $10 for under 21
All tickets include brew samples and a $5 voucher for hot dogs, sausage or kielbasa.
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Hosted by Allegheny West Civic Council and Babb Insurance.
Save a Trip to Philadelphia (and the Cost of the Ticket)
International Jazz Poetry Month Kick-off
Tom Rainey Trio
Thursday, September 7th
7:00 pm
The Tom Rainey Trio will be performing in Philadelphia on September 16th, but you can catch them a week earlier (and for FREE) right here in Pittsburgh as the opening program of Jazz Poetry Month!
This is a concert no jazz lover should miss — three world-class musicians at the top of their game. We could not think of a better way to open our month-long jazz celebration.
Drummer and bandleader Tom Rainey has long been one of the most in-demand and influential drummers on the avant-garde scene. Known for his “off kilter” style, this trio is the perfect embodiment of his music. It hovers so tightly between composition and free improvisation that it gives the illusion of being completely arranged and intensely practiced.
Ingrid Laubrock (saxophone) and Mary Halvorson (guitar) are also powerhouses. Ingrid is known for her textural nuance, an intellectual player who also can let go with abandon. And many of us know Mary from several appearances at City of Asylum– with Thumbscrew, Stephan Crump, and as a soloist.
These three musicians have been described as “sonic adventurers significantly extending the lexicons of their instruments.” Translate this as: Together, they play a seamless improvised jazz that sounds like nothing else.
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Did you know that there is a restaurant in City of Asylum @ Alphabet City? During these events, Alphabet City will be set up so that you can have dinner during the event (or simply order drinks).
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Reading & Talk by J.D. Barker at City Books
Saturday, September 9th
7:00-9:00 pm
In 2014, J.D. indie-published his first novel, Forsaken, and through perseverance, ingenuity and creative marketing, took the title to the top of the bestseller lists around the world. His second novel, The Fourth Monkey, sold to traditional publishers for advances in excess of $1 million. His third novel, a prequel to Dracula, co-authored with Dacre Stoker and based on Bram Stoker’s original notes, sold in late June 2017 at auction to a Big 5 publisher. Two feature films and a network television program are in the works based on his novels. A native of Illinois, J.D. splits his time between Pittsburgh and Englewood, Florida. For more information about J.D. Barker, click here.
In addition to reading from his books…
J.D. will be talking about his experience with self-publication including:
- Agent or no agent?
- Freelance editors
- Query letters
- What is co-op?
A book signing will follow the event.
PWSA Issues Flush & Boil Advisory for Northside
The Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority (PWSA) has issued a precautionary flush and boil water advisory today for customers in the northern neighborhoods of the City as well as the Borough of Millvale and Reserve Township. The purpose of the advisory is to ensure that all drinking water meets regulatory standards. The health and safety of our drinking water is PWSA’s number one priority.
The temporary advisory is due to deficiencies in the cover of the Lanpher reservoir that could compromise water quality. PWSA has isolated the reservoir from the water distribution system until repairs can be completed. The Authority is coordinating with the Pennsylvania Department of Environment (DEP) to ensure that all regulatory requirements for disinfection continue to be met. PWSA will also conduct flushing throughout the impacted area to eliminate potentially compromised water.
The impacted areas are shown on the attached map (also available here: PWSA Boil Water Area). PWSA estimates the precautionary flush and boil water advisory affects approximately 18,000 homes in the PWSA service area. Impacted areas include Allegheny West.
Customers within the impacted area should do the following before using water for drinking, making ice, washing dishes, brushing teeth, and food preparation until further notice:
- Boil tap water vigorously for at least one minute prior to using it for drinking or cooking (the minute starts when the water begins to bubble). This includes water used for brushing teeth, making ice, washing raw foods, preparation of drinks and water for pets.
- Wait for the water to cool before using it, or store it in the refrigerator in a clean container.
Residents who do not know if their property has lead water pipes or solder, it is recommended to first flush your lines by running water from your tap for at least one minute before boiling.
Flushing water brings in fresh water from the main and boiling fresh water kills any bacteria and other organisms that can enter the water. You can also use bottled water. A frequently asked questions document for boiling water can be found on the www.pgh2o.com homepage.
Join us for a Northside Picnic
Get Your Picnic Basket Ready
Join Sprout and One Northside for a picnic in celebration of the Neighbor-to-Neighbor projects that were funded in 2017
On Thursday, September 14th from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm, we’re gathering in the courtyard of the New Hazlett Theater for a picnic, and you’re invited!
Get to know the great people behind the 2017 Neighbor-to-Neighbor funded projects. Network with funders and resident leaders from all over the country who will be in Pittsburgh for Resident Voices Leading Neighborhood Change from Grassroots Grantmakers. And enjoy picnic-themed refreshments!
Northsiders and their friends, families and supporters are all welcome at this event, which is free and open to the public. See you there!
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Free Admission to the Carnegie Science Center for Northsiders
Northside Neighbor Day at the
Carnegie Science Center
Sunday, August 27th
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Join neighbors from across the Northside in discovery, exploration and play as the Carnegie Science Center opens its doors and offers free admission to those of us residing in zip codes 15233, 15212 and 15214.
Present your ID on arrival or print out the PDF coupon linked below. See you on Sunday!
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Share Your Views for Allegheny Commons Park
The Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy is looking for users of Allegheny Commons Park to provide input and perspective on the park and its current uses as well as how the park can be better programmed and utilized. With the guidance of the Northside Leadership Conference and the Allegheny Commons Initiative, the 2002 Master Plan for Allegheny Commons set forth a vision for restoring and increasing the value of Allegheny Commons. While significant progress has been made, fulfilling that vision requires an Action Plan for implementing the 2002 Master Plan, including appropriate updates and strategic bundling of projects into campaign projects.
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Free Tickets for Northsiders: Big Fish
Front Porch Theatricals
August 20th and 24th
Based on the 1998 novel by Daniel Wallace and the 2003 Tim Burton movie, Big Fish is a heartfelt, powerful and truly magical musical about fathers, sons and the stories that we use to define our identities. With spine-tinglingly beautiful music and lyrics by Andrew Lippa (Wild Party), and a funny, heartwarming book by John August, Big Fish is a magnificent “big fish” of a tale, itself. Spectacular, fantastical and overflowing with love.
You’re Invited
Thanks to the generous support of the Buhl Foundation, Northside residents and workers are invited to attend this performance for free. A limited number of tickets are available online, so reserve your seat today.
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PHLF: Film Screening – A Girl is a Fellow Here
Location: Landmarks Preservation Resource Center, 744 Rebecca Avenue
Date: Tuesday, August 15th
Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Contact: marylu@phlf.org or (412) 471-5808 ext. 527
At a time when few architectural firms would hire women, Frank Lloyd Wright unhesitatingly employed women, giving them both training and the opportunity to practice. Ultimately, over 100 women architects and designers worked with Wright, many of them going on to remarkable careers of their own. In his studio in Oak Park and at both Taliesin Fellowships, Wright trained and practiced with women as draftsmen, designers, and fellow visionaries. “A Girl Is A Fellow Here”: Women Architects in the Studio of Frank Lloyd Wright focuses on six of those women – Marion Mahony, Isabel Roberts, Lois Gottlieb, Jane Duncombe, Eleanore Pettersen and Read Weber.
About the Film
This documentary is a production of the Beverly Willis Architectural Foundation (BWAF). Founded in 2002, BWAF, is charged with advancing the knowledge and recognition of women’s contributions to architecture. It embraces issues specific to women currently working within the building industry. To this end, BWAF both commissions and curates research that pertains to women working at all levels within all fields of practice — including architecture, engineering, construction, design, landscape, preservation and planning.
All lectures are free to PHLF members. Non-members: $10
RSVPs are appreciated: marylu@phlf.org or (412) 471-5808 ext. 527
Check out http://phlf.org/events/ for more PHLF tours and events.