Author: Sean Collier
Best of the 'Burgh 2015: Kids & Family
Our editors' FRESH TAKES on our favorite Pittsburgh things, including the best kids' consignment sale and the best place to get your pet's picture taken.
Best of the 'Burgh 2015: Arts & Culture
Our editors' FRESH TAKES on our favorite Pittsburgh things, including the best event you'll have a tough time attending and where you can paint your new favorite wine glass.
Best of the 'Burgh 2015: Style & Shopping
Our editors' FRESH TAKES on our favorite Pittsburgh things, including the best spot for wedding doodads and where early birds go to spruce up the nest.
7 Can't-Miss Movies to Enjoy: Cinema in the Park Returns
Bolstered by the new Spark! Film Series, the annual Dollar Bank Cinema in the Park lineup brings great films to some of Pittsburgh's most beautiful spots.
So Much Good Music – 2015 Three Rivers Arts Fest Headliners
Get all the info on the world-class musical acts headlining this month at Point State Park.
Flicks: Watch a Movie Under the Stars This Summer
Evergreen Drive-In is set on a sprawling green circle tucked into a residential neighborhood; the screens sit on the edges, all pointed to a bustling concession stand.
The Plea: This Summer, Drink Like a Grown-Up
As Kenny Chesney returns to Pittsburgh (after his fans wrecked the North Shore in 2013), a plea for sensible consumption.
The Woman Determined to Grow Pittsburgh's Urban Forest
Danielle Crumrine wants everyone to realize the economic, social, and health benefits that trees provide.
PyroFest Will Kick off with a Bang
This year's fireworks-focused festivities will take place in Slippery Rock, Pa., through Saturday.
Bricolage's Sweeping 'SAINTS TOUR' Turns Braddock Into One Big Stage
The innovative company's latest immersive theater project takes audiences on an uncanny journey through the small town.
6 Great Pittsburgh-Area Places to Watch Outdoor Concerts
Get the rundown on who's playing at our favorite summer venues.
Journey to Night Vale (and Other Podcasts)
As the super-popular absurdist radio show plays Homestead, After Dark looks at the booming podcast field.
Heartwarming: This Adorable Dog & His Breed Are 'Lovers Not Fighters'
Meet pint-sized Tyrion Pittister, who rocks a sweet "Perma-Smile."
Shop Vintage This Weekend at the Heinz History Center
Expand your collections of vinyl, jewelry and more this Saturday at the Pittsburgh Vintage Mixer.
After Dark Hall of Fame: Nied's Hotel
The Lawrenceville landmark's truly famous fish sandwich is just one reason why it's the first individual bar to be inducted into the After Dark Hall of Fame.
Pittsburgh Marathon Weekend is Here
Do you plan on running or observing? Either way, we've got the lowdown on what's happening this weekend.
Bar Exam: Rum Runners Saloon Is the Perfect Suburban Escape
The Ross Township bar and restaurant does everything a suburban bar should.
Nightlife: 2015 Pittsburgh Fringe Festival Full of Premieres
The festival runs May 8-10 and includes everything from puppet shows to a neo-glam opera.
Phipps Premieres Its Tropical Forest Congo Exhibit
See colorful, rare specimens at this East End institution.
Bar Exam: How to Tell A Good Hotel Bar from a Bad One
The recently renovated bar and restaurant inside the Sheraton Pittsburgh at Station Square is doing everything right.
Aviary Determined to Have Dwindling Condors Leave the Nest
The National Aviary is working to send ’Burgh-born birds back to their natural habitats to boost endangered populations.
Pittsburghers Expect Results from Confident Gregory Polanco
Unlike previous top prospects, the Dominican-born outfielder joined the Pirates when they were playoff bound. This season, he knows he must find his place in the big leagues to help the team win a pennant.
JFilm Festival Kicks Off at the Manor Theater
See a few under-the-radar flicks at this annual event, which runs through April 26.
Braddock's Brew Gentlemen Receive the Silver Screen Treatment
The new documentary "Blood, Sweat and Beer" is a great way to kick off Pittsburgh Craft Beer Week.
High Above the Forest (and the Food Court)
In North Park and the Pittsburgh Mills Mall, a pair of ropes courses offer adrenaline-fueled fun (and little else in common).
Your Complete Guide to the 2015 Summer Movie Season
Make the night memorable. Go see a movie then do something thematically related and cool afterward. Don't worry, we have plenty of ideas.
Flicks: Monster Rama Returns to Riverside Drive-in
For $10 per night, you’ll get four old-school horror films interspersed with cartoons, retro cinema ads and more.
George Takei Appears at Pittsburgh's First Humanities Festival
On Sunday, find out why the Daily Dot in 2012 declared Takei the most influential person on Facebook.
Bar Exam: bellfarm Kitchen | Bar
The Hyatt Regency Pittsburgh International Airport's new bar & restaurant wants to be more than just a hotel joint.
March Madness Matchups at Consol Energy Center
On Saturday, winners from the Thursday basketball matches will square off in downtown Pittsburgh.
After Dark Hall of Fame: Social Clubs
The third entry in the After Dark Hall of Fame is made up of many, many places where many, many locals spend their evenings.
Arrive Early for the St. Patrick's Day Parade
Thousands will flock to downtown Pittsburgh for Saturday's grand event.
Bella Sera Provides Spring's Most Chill Concerts
See standout local acts, eat well and relax at the Canonsburg event space.
WWE Honors Young Cancer Victim with First 'Warrior' Award
Connor Michalek's passionate love of wrestling, in the midst of a four-year battle against a rare tumor, won him legions of fans inside and outside the ring.
Bar Exam: Wings, Suds & Spuds
This humble Moon Township bar and restaurant could be a haven for weary travelers (and hungry neighbors).
14 Life-Changing Home Products for 2015
Home expert Boyce Thompson previews this year's Duquesne Light Pittsburgh Home & Garden Show and speculates on which products will become fully integrated into our homes soon.
Nightlife: Getting Down with the Blues
A small group of Pittsburghers has been diligently reviving the blues.
Lawrenceville's Home for Cigar Education
Cigar novice? Visit Sammy Sing at The Cigar Den for a crash course and a relaxing time.
Michael Keaton's 'Birdman' Snags Best Picture Oscar
The Pittsburgh native came up short in the race for best actor.
'American Masters — August Wilson: The Ground on Which I Stand'
The documentary about Pittsburgh's Pulitzer-Prize-winning playwright is premiering on WQED and PBS.
Break Free: Inside Escape Room Pittsburgh
A visit makes for an unconventional night out with friends.
A Bar Falls, a Brewery Rises
The brand-new Spoonwood Brewing Co. fills the place of a bygone favorite bar with great beer and food.
Alternate Valentine's Day Option: Zombie Dinner
This may be the only time you'll only hope to use the words "horrifying" and "date" in the same sentence.
Bar Exam: Riley's Pour House
Carnegie's Irish landmark, one of the most authentically Celtic bars in the area, takes the Bar Exam.
Exclusive: Pittsburgh Native Christina Wren to Appear in “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice”
Wren, who appeared as Major Carrie Farris in 2013’s “Man of Steel,” will reprise the role in next year’s superhero throwdown.
Get Out Your Mat: Free Yoga Downtown on Sundays
The Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership brings back its free Sunday-morning Yoga in the Square sessions — this time indoors.
Don't Be Afraid of Stand-Up Comedy
We don't want to mock you, offend you or ruin your night. Here's a few things to know if you're missing out on Pittsburgh's thriving stand-up comedy scene.
Bar Exam: Nadine's Bar & Restaurant
The family business on the South Side, famous as a top "breakfast bar," takes the Bar Exam.
