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Tuesday, January 27, 2015

The Blizzard is Over, Time for the Tropics

On Sundays, you can forget about the six inches of snow and make your way to the warm weather.  Come to Phipps Conservatory on Sundays in February to put some tropical into your winter.  You can walk under palm trees, listen to a band, and get 50% off regular admission if you wear a tropical shirt.  You can learn more at Living Pittsburgh.

WHEN:
February 1, 2015 @ 9:30 am – 5:00 pm

COST:
FREE, $5.50, $7.00, $7.50
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Despite the freezing temperatures outside, it’s always tropical at Phipps, and we’re celebrating each Sunday during the month of February. Shed the winter blues, relax under the palm trees, and sway to the sounds of a performance by Matthew Mazza and Carmen Bruno of the Tropical Sands Steel Band. Plus, wear a tropical flower shirt and receive a 50-percent discount off of regular admission for a single ticket. (Discount only valid on Sundays in February.) Metered parking is free on Sundays. *Great day after Valentine’s Day Date!

Friday, January 23, 2015

Another Use for Your Unmatched Sock

Is the laundry monster eating your socks again?  It is always frustrating to have one missing sock, but that does not mean you need to throw it away.  Apartment Therapy has some great uses for that Orphan Sock.   Keep reading and comment below with some uses for your orphan socks.

1. Dust your plants

Slip a couple of damp socks on your hands and give the leaves of your favorite plants the gentle touch for a dusting that won't damage. Toss the sock in the wash when you're done. It doesn't mention socks but you could make a substitution:

2. Clean your blinds

Next, spritz those damp socks with vinegar or another cleaner you favor and use those dexterous digits to get in the nooks and crannies of your blinds for a deep clean. Toss the sock in the wash when you're done. Also no mention of socks in the post below, but you could use them with these tips:

3. Deodorize

Socks are like satchels waiting to happen, so add some of your favorite good-smelling dried plant, like lavender, for a satchel you can stick in a linen closet, dresser drawer or anywhere you need it.

4. Say goodbye to spiderwebs

Grab a yard stick and an old sock to dust up in those high corner you can't normally reach otherwise.

5. Save your Swiffer

Don't keep splurging on new refills for your Swiffer brooms and mops; just slip a dry or wet old sock on to keep swiffing for clean floors. Tip spotted on First for Women.

6. Clean your baseboards

Your baseboards are a sad, often-neglected space, but a swipe of them every and now and then can make a big impact on your space feeling cleaner. Find some sock-ful and sock-less ideas below:

Tuesday, January 13, 2015

Ladies Night in Pittsburgh

Grab your friends this month and head to the David L. Lawrence Convention Center for Ladies Night.   The event will be held Saturday January 25th starting at 11am.  The day only costs 7.50.  Keep reading and check out Living Pittsburgh for more information on this great event.

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With the holiday season finally in the rearview mirror, it’s the perfect time to turn the focus back on yourself and the needs of your mind, body and spirit. The Pittsburgh Ladies Fest is a fun, rejuvenating day that highlights the importance of women taking time for themselves, featuring everything from complimentary makeovers and facials to inspiring seminars from experts in finance, healthcare, career development, style and home decor. Throughout the day, there’ll also be tons of great shopping opportunities, an array of talented chefs offering easy everyday recipes and product samples and much more.

Friday, January 9, 2015

Skate With Pittsburgh Mascots

This Saturday you can skate with all your favorite Pittsburgh Mascots at Schenley Park. The event is this Saturday from 1:30-3:30.  The Pittsburgh Pirate, Steely McBeam, and the Eat N Park smiley cookie are just some of the mascots that will be there. This event is for all ages, and it is sure to be a good time.   You can learn more at Living Pittsburgh.


Skate with a menagerie of your favorite Pittsburgh area mascots on the ice at the Schenley Park Skating Rink.

Event Fees
Skating Fee: Adults – $4.00, Youth (17 and under) – $3.00, Senior Citizens – $3.00
Skate Rentals – $2.50
Skate Sharpening – $3.50