Do you ever wonder what the most important moments of the past year
are? Google Video makes a highlight video every year detailing how the
world has changed. Check it out below, and tell us how have you changed
in 2012?
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Monday, December 17, 2012
Monday, December 10, 2012
Reindeer Games and Holiday Entertainment
Posted by Lincoln Pointe Apartments on 10:46 AM
The
Holidays can be expensive for any family. However, Pittsburgh has some
great holiday events for families that are free of cost. This Saturday
you can stop in at Fifth Avenue Place for some great Holiday
entertainment, and then you can make your way to the Children's Museum
to participate in some reindeer games.Event: Holiday Fun at Fifth Avenue PlaceLocation: Fifth Avenue Place, Downtown Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh Date: Saturdays through December 15, 2012 Time: 11am until 2pm Cost: Free Description: Free and open to the public, enjoy family entertainment at Fifth Avenue Place during this holiday shopping season.Reindeer Games:...
Monday, December 3, 2012
Holiday Market in Market Square
Posted by Lincoln Pointe Apartments on 10:50 AM
Do you need something unique for a gift this Holiday
Season. Come to Market Square in Pittsburgh for the 1st Annual Holiday
Market. There will be vendors with gifts from around the world. There
is something for everyone, including kids favorite person this season,
Santa. Keep reading to find out all the details on this great market.
Inspired by the original Christkindlemarkt created in 1545 in
Nuremberg, Germany, and the Christkindlmarket in Chicago, IL, the
Peoples Gas Holiday Market™ brings a cherished German tradition with
international flair and local charm to Downtown Pittsburgh. Visitors
will be in for a one-of-a-kind...
Monday, November 26, 2012
Cyber Monday Best Websites
Posted by Lincoln Pointe Apartments on 10:50 AM
It is Cyber Monday! Have you went shopping online for the best deals yet? If you have yet to explore the world wide web for that crazy deal, here are the five best websites to help you save money today.
Black Friday is associated with crazy start times, cold lines and pushy
customers, but Cyber Monday is all about relaxing at home and shopping
online the Monday after Thanksgiving. Cyber Monday has increased in
notoriety in recent years, with spending reaching billions in consumer
dollars. Because of added spending online, many companies are offering
deals and promotions as added incentives to spend online...
Monday, November 19, 2012
Happy Thanksgiving!
Posted by Lincoln Pointe Apartments on 8:52 AM
We hope everyone has a safe and Happy Thanksgiving! Spend some time
with your friends and family and remember everything in life that you
are thankful for.
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Monday, November 12, 2012
Pittsburgh Light Up Night
Posted by Lincoln Pointe Apartments on 10:23 AM
Pittsburgh Light Up Night is this Friday and Saturday downtown. Fireworks, free activities, and events to get you in the mood for the Holiday Season. Make sure to check it out with your family, and remember it is free.
Event: 52nd Annual Light Up Night & First Holiday Saturday
Location: Various locations throughout Downtown Pittsburgh
Date: Friday, November 16 through Saturday, November 17, 2012
Time: 5-10pm Friday, noon-8pm Sunday
Cost: Free
Description:
Free and open to the public, this is Pittsburgh’s official kick-off of
the Holiday season. Light Up Night – Light...
Monday, November 5, 2012
Steelers Fan For Life
Posted by Lincoln Pointe Apartments on 11:31 AM
Do you want to show the love of your team through interior decorating? Here are some great tips and tricks on how to make a Steeler room in your home. Keep reading to learn about what paint, furniture, and accessories to use to make your NFL room really stand out.
1. Design your walls black and gold. Paint the walls of a bright room black
with a gold stripe or paint a black stripe flanked in gold, resembling
the letters on the white team jerseys, in an existing white painted
room. Run a horizontal black stripe around the ceiling as a border and
line it in gold.
2.Pick black furniture with gold accents. Attach a 52-inch...
Monday, October 29, 2012
Trick or Treat Postponed in Some Neighborhoods
Posted by Lincoln Pointe Apartments on 10:38 AM
Trick or Treat in the South Hills has been postponed for some neighborhoods. Here is the most updated list as of 1pm today on what neighborhoods have postponed.
Frankenstorm has gobbled up Trick-or-Treat for several South Hills communities.
The high winds, heavy rain and potential flooding from the remnants
of Hurricane Sandy have forced several towns to reschedule their
Trick-or-Treat times.
By 10:30 a.m. Monday, Bridgeville, Collier Township and Heidelberg had already rescheduled their Trick-or-Treat times from Halloween to Saturday night. South Park has rescheduled its Trick-or-Treat to Saturday afternoon.
Town officials...
Monday, October 22, 2012
Thursday Night on a Budget
Posted by Lincoln Pointe Apartments on 10:33 AM
Thursday nights in downtown can include dinner, movies, and
entertainment for an affordable price. Here is a great Thursday evening
plan that won't cost more than 25 dollars a person. This plan includes
a movie, dinner, and a comedy show with drinks.
Once again, we are here to show you that Downtown Pittsburgh doesn’t
have to be an expensive place to play. Here’s how TWO people can enjoy
an entire evening Downtown every Thursday for around $40 to $50
including parking and tips. That’s just $20-$25 per person, and this
gets you A LOT!
If you’re not already Downtown, you can park your
car in one of...
Monday, October 15, 2012
Family Halloween Events
Posted by Lincoln Pointe Apartments on 11:01 AM
Check out these creep-tastic events happening this weekend in
Pittsburgh. There is the Bakery SCARE! at Bakery Square, and the Creepy
Harvest Party in Millvale. These events include Halloween activities
and food. There is something there for every member of your family.
Event: Bakery SCARE! Location: Bakery Square, 6425 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh, PA, 15206. Date: Saturday, October 20, 2012 Time: 2pm until 5pm Cost: Free to attendDescription: Enjoy this FREE Halloween party at Bakery Square, featuring live music by the Boogie Hustlers, I Made It! Market Halloween Market, the 3rd annual Running of the Wieners,
costume contests...
Monday, October 8, 2012
Pittsburgh's Hay Day Festival
Posted by Lincoln Pointe Apartments on 10:08 AM
Posted by Grandview Pointe Apartments on 10:07 AM
Do you need something to do with your family this weekend? The annual
Hay Day Festival will be held in South Park this weekend from 12pm-4pm.
There are tons of activities for your children including hay rides and
petting zoos. Check out the schedule below for complete events!
Hay Days 2012!Fall Fun Festivalsfor the whole Family
(Rain or shine!)
Hartwood AcresAmphitheaterSeptember 2911 am - 4 pm
(during the Allegheny Green Festival)
South ParkFairgroundsOctober 13Noon - 4 pm
All activities are FREE to the public.
Kids...
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Robinson Gets A Gourmet Burger Joint
Posted by Lincoln Pointe Apartments on 8:25 AM
Burgers with a heaven and hell theme and delicious milkshakes have now
made their way to Robinson. The brand new Burgatory opened it's second
location last Wednesday at The Pointe at North Fayette. The already
successful restaurant offers organic made to order burgers anyway you
want them, with delicious sides to go long with your meal.
Burgatory carries a name within Pittsburgh that will either have someone saying I love that place or What is that? More
people are starting to recognize the name as they have recently taken
over space within the Consol Energy Center on one of the top floors. A
lot more people...
Monday, September 24, 2012
Easy Silly Putty Recipe for Kids
Posted by Lincoln Pointe Apartments on 11:08 AM
Playdough, silly putty, and sludge are three favorite words of many children. However, buying these products in the store over and over again can be expensive. Here is a simple easy recipe to make silly putty in your home. The kids can even make it with some supervision.
For one small batch:
1/2 bottle of glue (or 1/4 cup)
a little less than 1/4 cup of water + 1/4 cup hot water
1/2 teaspoon borax
Food Coloring
Borax is so easy to find! And it’s cheap. Just look in the laundry
section of the store. One box is enough to make about a million batches
of Silly Sludge.
To make Silly Sludge, first start by measuring and pouring...
Monday, September 17, 2012
A Little Taste of Fall
Posted by Lincoln Pointe Apartments on 10:48 AM
Pumpkins are everywhere in the fall. Make sure to try this great pumpkin desert recipe for your entertaining.
Makes: 24
to 36
servings
Yield: 24 to 36 bars
Prep:
25 mins
Bake:
325°F
55 mins
Cool:
30 mins
Chill: 3 Hours
Ingredients
1 1/4
...
Thursday, September 13, 2012
2013 Pirates
Posted by Lincoln Pointe Apartments on 8:49 AM
The 2012 Pirates season is not over, but everyone is already looking ahead to the 2013 season. The Pirates played a promising season this year with improvements in every aspect of the game. This just builds the anticipation for next year's season. The Pirates are traveling a lot next season with several games out west. There will be challenges, but with a whole year to prepare the Pirates will be ready. Let's go Bucs!
The Pirates released their 2013 schedule
Wednesday with highlights that include an opening series at home against
the Cubs, a July 4 home matchup with the Phillies and interleague
opponents...
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
Steps to a Cleaner Desk
Posted by Lincoln Pointe Apartments on 9:55 AM
Can you not get to the bottom of your desk through all the papers? Then, it is time to reorganize your desk. Here are some great tips on how to make a cleaner work environment, which will also help with your productivity.
5 Steps to a Cleaner & Tidier Desk:
1. Toss Stuff You Don't Need. This might seem like a no brainer, but reading the tips in this post
about cleaning your desk in 5 minutes, I realize that this one has the
biggest impact and is probably the one I do the least. By consistently
tossing papers and other items that I don't need, I'll keep them from
accumulating to clutter up my desk.
2. Place Important...
Monday, August 27, 2012
Best Brick Oven Pizzas in the Burgh
Posted by Lincoln Pointe Apartments on 10:47 AM
There are a ton of different pizza places in the burgh. From thin crust to deep dish, you can pretty much get any style you want. However, there are a few places that serve the best brick oven pizzas around. What is your favorite brick oven pizza in the burgh?
Frankstown Wood Fired Pizza12911 Frankstown RoadPittsburgh, PA 15235(412) 793-7775frankstownwoodfiredpizza.comLocated
in Penn Hills, Frankstown Wood Fired Pizza is a small and unassuming
pizza shop that happens to make some of the most authentic, Old
World-style pizza in Pittsburgh. Frankstown Wood Fired Pizza uses
genuine wood-fired ovens to create its three...
Saturday, August 25, 2012
Pet Friendly Apartments
Posted by Lincoln Pointe Apartments on 11:34 AM
Looking for a pet friendly apartment
community in Bethel Park, PA,? Look no further than Lincoln Pointe! As
one of the few pet friendly communities, we proudly allow Cats and Dogs
here at Lincoln Pointe in our pet friendly building. Now your pet has
the opportunity to relax by your side and enjoy the comforts of your
apartment hom...
Saturday, August 18, 2012
Upscale, Family-Friendly Restaurants
Posted by Lincoln Pointe Apartments on 1:34 PM
Some upscale Pittsburgh-area restaurants have been catering to families recently. The Pittsburgh Post Gazette featured some of them this week, you can view the whole article here!
Where to go
A sampling of upscale restaurants that welcome children
Legume
214 N. Craig St., Oakland
412-621-2700
legumebistro.com
Hours: 5-9 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays; 5-10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; closed Sundays.
Kid-friendly features: Quarterly Bring Your Kids to Legume Night, bags with crayons and stickers, children's menu.
Casbah
229 S. Highland Ave., Shadyside
412-661-5656
www.bigburrito.com/casbah
Hours: Lunch 11:30...
Saturday, August 4, 2012
South Hills Apartments
Posted by Lincoln Pointe Apartments on 3:42 PM
Located in Pittsburgh’s South Hills area, Lincoln Pointe Apartment homes are available in spacious one and two bedroom floor plans with amenities that go way beyond the everyday. With an array of accessible restaurants, shopping areas, entertainment choices and business centers only moments away, Lincoln Pointe Apartments redefine luxurious living. Neighboring the city of Pittsburgh, Lincoln Pointe Apartments allow convenient access to many downtown attractions as well as the Pittsburgh International Airport. Elegantly styled apartment homes, a sparkling swimming pool, volleyball and basketball courts, garage parking...
Thursday, July 26, 2012
Heinz Field Stadium Tours
Posted by Lincoln Pointe Apartments on 10:45 AM
With Steelers' training camp opening this week, we are in the mood for football. Did you know that you can take guided tours of Heinz Field that can help with your Steeler withdrawal. From the Steelers website:
Heinz Field is not only the home of the Pittsburgh Steelers and the University of Pittsburgh Panthers football teams; it is also a monument to the outstanding Western Pennsylvania football tradition and to its loyal fans.
Since 2001, when the gates were opened to this 65,050-seat state-of-the-art facility, Heinz Field has provided a thrilling, behind the scenes view of the Steelers and Panthers football teams to thousands of men,...