Author: Sean Collier
The Top 10 Movies of 2020
Who needs blockbusters? There was plenty of excellent cinema in 2020, and you can stream most of the best at home right now.
North Park Laser Show Is Something New in 2020
The 45-minute display, set to music, can be enjoyed from the safety and warmth of your own car.
Perspectives: Here’s a Gift Idea – Be Nice Online
For a little while, try using your social media accounts exclusively for good.
Viola Davis and George C. Wolfe on ‘Timeless’ August Wilson
The star and director of “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom” share thoughts on the adaptation and their late co-star.
Gather ’Round the Digital Fire for Some Holiday Theater
Little Lake Theater replaces its usual holiday tradition with one that brings the audience into the show in a memorable way.
Perspectives: Things Are Going to Change
The movie industry is bracing for a completely changed landscape — even after COVID-19. That’s likely to be the case in many aspects of life.
Perspectives: Sorry to Burst Your Pickle
An apology to the poor, innocent Pickle Balloon.
Watch This Weekend: A World-Premiere Adaptation
The Alumni Theater Company presents the first stage version of Sharon G. Flake’s award-winning novel “The Skin I’m In.”
Perspectives: Why There’s Really Only One Thanksgiving Movie
Unlike its film-soaked neighboring holidays, Thanksgiving only requires a viewing of “Planes, Trains & Automobiles.”
Watch: JuJu Smith-Schuster and His Pup at Play
The Steelers wide receiver and his best friend share day-in-the-life moments of their special bond.
Perspectives: The One Rule for COVID
PM Contributing Editor Sean Collier distills what experts have learned about how the virus spreads into a 12-word safety tip.
Duquesne President Ken Gormley on a Chaotic Election Year
The constitutional law expert looks at changes to the vote — and to the conversation — in Pennsylvania and beyond.
Growing Up In Knoxville: Tom Atkins
The actor developed a fearless attitude toward a bygone city bridge in the hilly neighborhood south of the Mon River.
Growing Up in Brookline: Suzie McConnell-Serio
The Hall of Famer went from the boys’ team at a tiny Catholic grade school to the Olympic podium.
Perspectives: My Favorite Pittsburgh Park for Running
Contributing editor Sean Collier explains the best thing about running in Frick Park.
Something for Everyone at Film Pittsburgh Fall Festival
The virtual event, which begins Wednesday and runs through Nov. 22, includes 30 feature films and more than 130 shorts.
Where to Give Food in Pittsburgh
In addition to the traditional model of food assistance, Rainbow Kitchen Community Services also meets a variety of other needs.
Where to Give Furniture in Pittsburgh
The Blessing Board will accept furniture donations for free or will arrange for a pickup for a fee.
Where to Give of Your Time in Pittsburgh
In Service of Seniors Pittsburgh links volunteers to seniors in need of assistance with daily tasks.
How Music Can Keep Us United
Homewood’s Afro-American Music Institute continues to provide students with the power of music.
This Group Provides Equity and Empowerment
The POISE Foundation works to connect Black-led nonprofit organizations, in Pittsburgh and beyond, to funds and support.
Where to Give Blood in Pittsburgh
Vitalant operates 10 donation centers in western Pennsylvania.
