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Vibrant graphic illustration of a "Summer Scoop" community outdoor movie night. In the foreground, a young couple sits on a blanket with popcorn, looking toward a large inflatable movie screen displaying a film of three children. To the left stands a wooden kiosk featuring a "SUMMER SCOOP" sign and a list of events including "Movie in the Park," "Park Jazz Nights," "Local Food Festival," "Nature Walks & Tales," and "Community Bonfire." The scene is set on a grassy lawn at night under a starry sky, with string lights and other attendees in lawn chairs in the background.

Summer Scoop—Brentwood-Baldwin-Whitehall, Chartiers Valley, and West Mifflin

Festivals, food, music and more... here’s what area communities have lined up for the season. The community calendar is filling up fast. Whether you’re planning ahead or just looking for something to do on a sunny afternoon or warm evening, consider this your guide to making the most of the season. From food trucks and festivals to concerts and movies under the stars, these events highlight the best of what summer has to offer close to home. We kindly ask that before attendin

4 days ago12 min read

A vibrant and inviting street-side outdoor dining scene on a sunny day. In the foreground, a wooden table and chairs are positioned on a light-colored paved sidewalk, with a planter of red flowers in the corner. Above the seating area, the image features large, stylized text that reads "EAT, DRINK —and Be Airy!" in bold orange and blue lettering. The background shows a perspective view of additional outdoor tables and chairs lining the sidewalk under red awnings, decorated with lush hanging flower baskets filled with yellow and orange blooms.

Eat, Drink—and Be Airy!—South

Summer is almost here and the patios are open! Check out these local spots with alfresco dining options and enjoy great food in the great outdoors. 31 Sports Bar & Grille Address: 1020 Washington Pike, Bridgeville Contact: 31sportsbargrille.com, or 412.632.2922 A full menu of spot-on bar food with lots of specials to accompany any sporting event. Heaters make the outdoor area inviting year-round and a welcome spot for fans, family and friends. All Star Sports Bar & Grill Addr

May 197 min read

A graphic design featuring an action photograph from an outdoor pickleball game alongside bold promotional text. The left side of the graphic consists of a solid, vibrant blue sidebar overlayed with large, stacked white text that reads "PICKLEBALL FEVER HITS THE SOUTH HILLS." The right side features a bright, daytime photograph of a pickleball match in progress on an outdoor court with a red and tan surface. In the foreground, a young man with dark hair, sunglasses, a blue t-shirt, and dark athletic shorts is viewed from behind as he lunges forward to strike a yellow pickleball near the net with his black-and-green paddle. Across the net, two opponents stand ready on the opposite side of the court: a woman wearing a teal athletic two-piece set and sunglasses, and a man wearing a light grey t-shirt, dark shorts, and sunglasses holding a black paddle. A black chain-link fence and a line of lush green trees under a bright sky form the background.

Pickleball Fever Hits the South Hills

How courts are becoming the hottest summer hangout in the south suburbs. In the rolling hills and leafy cul-de-sacs of Pittsburgh’s south suburbs, a new sound has officially overtaken the Friday night roar of high school football stadiums and the Sunday afternoon crack of a baseball bat. It is the rhythmic, plastic pop-pop-pop of the pickleball, a sound that has transformed the region into one of the sport’s most intense hotspots for active older adults looking for low-impact

May 193 min read

Four young female Irish step dancers from the Shovlin Academy perform in unison on a wooden stage. They are mid-leap, wearing traditional long-sleeved black dance dresses featuring vibrant green, orange, and yellow geometric Celtic patterns. They wear white bubble socks and black ghillies (soft dance shoes), with an audience seated at green-covered tables in the background.

Celtic Connections

Irish step dancing is a unique cultural art form that may have begun as early as the 1600s! Though the earliest forms of the dance might be unrecognizable today, almost everyone is familiar with the internationally famous Lord of the Dance show featuring routines built upon classic Irish step dancing. It capitalizes on the showier jumps, and performs the steps at lightning speed to dramatic effect. But the basic steps and jumps are the same as what is taught at the Shovlin Ac

Feb 33 min read

A serene shot of a woman receiving a restorative hot stone massage, a signature service for spring renewal. She lies face down on a white massage table with four smooth, dark stones placed along her spine, embodying the relaxation and muscle-soothing treatments found at local spas.

Blissful Escapes—South

From exfoliating scrubs to restorative massages, treat yourself to a spring spa treatment designed to renew skin, relax muscles, and welcome the warmer months. Cold days and heavy layers can leave both body and mind feeling dull. Spring is nature’s reminder that renewal is possible. With brightening facials, restorative massages, and revitalizing body treatments, spas offer an ideal way to refresh after months of winter hibernation. Here’s a list of local spas and salons wher

Feb 35 min read

The spacious interior dining area of Baseline Bar & Grille, featuring numerous wooden tables and tan chairs set for service. Large windows in the background provide a clear view of blue-lit indoor pickleball courts, while decorative dartboards with chevron patterns line the left wall.

Rally, Relax, Repeat

LevelUp Pickleball Club’s Baseline Bar & Grille turns pickleball into an all-day hang, with fresh food, drinks, and a cool social vibe. Baseline Bar & Grille feels like the kind of place you instantly belong. Located in Canonsburg, the neighborhood restaurant can be found inside the LevelUp Pickleball Club on Mayview Road, giving it an unmistakably sporty, community-driven feel. At the heart of it all is Greg Braeudigam, chef and manager, whose passion for food, people, and c

Feb 33 min read

A large pile of vibrant orange pumpkins, with a single green pumpkin mixed in, is stacked high against a bright blue sky with scattered clouds.

Fall Festival Fever!—Canon-Mac, Chartiers Valley, and West Jefferson Hills

As Autumn approaches, let the fall fun begin! Pumpkins, corn mazes, hayrides, applefests and more await. Down on the Farm Fall Fun on the...

Sep 18, 202512 min read

Farmers Markets in and around the Pittsburgh area

Fall-tastic Farmers Markets

It’s harvest season, and local farmers markets are filling up with autumn bounty. Crisp apples, changing leaves, and chilly air—it’s the...

Jul 10, 20253 min read

In Full Bloom

The Pittsburgh Botanic Garden is alive with color and activity in summer. The Pittsburgh Botanic Garden is a nature escape close to home...

Jun 25, 20252 min read

Tracking Success!

The Steding family has been incredibly successful in the world of drag racing, with three members of the family hitting the track. Photo...

Jun 5, 20252 min read

Inspired by Urban Legends and Mysterious Creatures

Bridgeville resident Mark Berton’s debut novel, “Aroughcoune,” is a tale of mutant killer raccoons, government conspiracies and social commentary. Mark Berton and his daughter, Juliette, at Cooper’s Rock State Forest. A secret government project goes awry and breeds a giant, genetically modified killer raccoon. This wild science fiction and horror adventure from the mind of Bridgeville’s Mark Berton may be exactly what you need for an escape from reality. Berton has lived in

Jun 5, 20253 min read

Our 2025 Summer Events Guide is packed with community festivals, outdoor concerts and movies, and much more.

Endless Summer Fun—Brentwood-Baldwin-Whitehall, Chartiers Valley and West Mifflin

Our 2025 Summer Events Guide is packed with community festivals, outdoor concerts and movies, and much more. Fairs, Festivals and...

May 30, 202510 min read

Scoop Up Summer! South Pittsburgh

Ice cream is summer’s best treat. Check out these cool local spots serving a variety of ice cream, gelato, sorbet and more! Al’s Cone...

May 22, 20257 min read

Cinema Under the Stars—Head to the Drive-In!

Get to a drive-in for a fun entertainment experience for the whole family while enjoying a little piece of history. The first official...

Apr 2, 20252 min read

Wayne’s Fourth Sub-Legion Drill Day

On April 28, visitors to Woodville had a chance to see how 18th century soldiers would have performed their drills. The weather was...

Jun 6, 20241 min read