Places for Your Friday Fish Fry

It is the lenten season, which means people are on the lookout for the best fish fry?  Check out KDKA's top list of fish frys in the Pittsburgh area.  These fish frys started last week and will continue until Good Friday.  These are great events for everyone to go out and eat some delicious fish on a Friday!

KDKA FISH FRY GUIDE

Adamsburg and Community Volunteer Fire Department

495 Edna Road
Adamsburg, Pa. 15611 Where: Event hall When: Ash Wednesday & every Friday throughout Lent Times: Special Ash Wednesday 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. and 4-7 p.m. Fridays 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and 4-7 p.m. Menu & Cost: All meals include a choice of two sides and a drink.
Sides include: macaroni and cheese, haluski, french fries, or coleslaw. Fish sandwich $7.75; shrimp dinner $9; fish and shrimp dinner $8.25. Kid’s meals: all kid’s meals include one side and a drink.
(sides include: macaroni and cheese, haluski, french fries, or coleslaw) 4 fish sticks $4.75; 2 chicken tenders $4.75. Sandwiches: fish sandwich $4.50; mega fish sandwich $7.50. A la carte items: coleslaw $2; french fries $2; french fries with cheese $2.25; macaroni and cheese $2; haluski $2; perogies $2; 4 mozzarella sticks $2.50; 3 pieces of shrimp $3; 1 piece of fish $3; 3 chicken tenders $5; drinks $0.75
(pepsi, diet pepsi, mt. dew, iced tea, 7-up, bottled water, coffee, hot tea) Takeout Phone Number: 724-527-2180 Website: adamsburgpafire.org

Ancient Order of Hibernians Division 32

302 Mansfield Boulevard
Carnegie, Pa., 15106 Where: Ukrainian-America Citizens Club When: Every Friday throughout Lent except Good Friday Times: 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Menu: Baked Cod, Baked Potatoes, Irish (potato) nachos, Shrimp Bisque, Fried Fish Sandwiches, French Fries, Cole Slaw, Mac & Cheese and Haluski Website: http://www.aoh32.org/

Apollo Hose Company #2

327 North 4th St.
Apollo, PA 15613 Where: Apollo #2 Social Hall When: Every Friday throughout Lent Times: 4-7 p.m. Menu & Cost: Dinners $8 ($8.50 take out) Dinner includes choice of Beer Battered Fish Sandwich, Breaded Fish Sandwich, or Chicken, Fresh cut fries, choice of coleslaw or applesauce and a dessert. Takeout Phone Number: 724- 478-4831

Ascension Roman Catholic Church

114 Berry St.
Ingram Where: Father Connor Hall When: Ash Wednesday & every Friday throughout Lent including Good Friday Times: 4-6:30 p.m. Menu & Cost: Dinners include fried or baked fish, jumbo shrimp, crab cake and seafood platter. Individual fish sandwich also available. Other menu items include macaroni and cheese, soup, haluski, beverages and desserts. Takeout is available.

Assumption Church

45 N. Sprague Ave.
Bellevue Where: McGovern Hall When: Ash Wednesday & every Friday throughout Lent except Good Friday Times: 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Menu & Cost: Hand-breaded fried cod, baked cod, shrimp, haluski, pierogies, french fries, macaroni and cheese, coleslaw and applesauce. Takeout Phone Number: 412-766-9726 Website: www.assumptionchurch.org

Avalon Volunteer Fire Company

629 New Brighton Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15202 When: February 15 Times: 5-8 p.m. Menu & Cost: All you can eat (dine-in) fish dinner $12. Price includes fries, coleslaw, and macaroni & cheese. Takeout $8 and includes fries, coleslaw, and macaroni & cheese.

Bell Township Volunteer Fire Department

201 Main St.
Salina, PA 15680 Where: Social Hall When: Ash Wednesday & every Friday throughout Lent including Good Friday Times: 4 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Menu & Cost: Hand-breaded fish sandwich, Chicken planks, or Shrimp and your choice of either Pierogies, French fries or Coleslaw and dessert, $7. Sides also available. Takeout Phone Number: 724-697-4873 Website: belltwpvfd.org/

Bethel Park American Legion Post #760

2409 Bethel Church Road
Bethel Park, PA 15102 Where: Upstairs Hall When: Every Friday throughout Lent including Good Friday Times: 4-8 p.m. Menu & Cost: Baked or Fried Fish & Fries or Chips $8.50; Fish Sandwich Baked or Fried $7.50; Shrimp Basket & Fries or Chips $ 6; Fresh Cut Chips or Fries $1.50; Mac n Cheese $2; Haluski $2; Pierogies (6) $6; Coleslaw $1. Takeout Phone Number: 412- 835-9690 Website: www.americanlegion760.org

Bullskin Township Volunteer Fire Company

260 Keefer Road
Connellsville, PA 15425 Where: Fire Hall When: Every Friday throughout Lent Times: 3-7 p.m. Menu & Cost: Fish Dinner or Fish Sandwich Dinner $ 8; (Kids age 4-12 $ 4; Kids 3 and Under Free.)and includes Baked or Fried Mac&Cheese or French Fries, Coleslaw or Apple Sauce,Dessert & Drink. Sides: Chicken Strips $ 4; Haluski $ 2.50; Mac&Cheese $ 2.50; French Fries $ 2.50; Extra Piece Of Fish $ 4.50; Fish Sandwich $ 4.50; Cheese $ .50 Takeout Phone Number: (724) 887-0566 Website: bullskinvfc.org

Chippewa Township Volunteer Fire Department

2568 Darlington Road
Beaver Falls, Pa., 15010 When: All Fridays during Lent Times: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Takeout Phone Number: 734-847-0391 Website: www.chippewafire.org

Christ The Light Of The World

32 S. First St.
Duquesne Where: Holy Name Church Hall When: Ash Wednesday Times: 11 a.m.- 7 p.m. Menu & Cost: Baked and fried fish dinners as well as sandwiches. Also available: haluski, french fries, coleslaw, baked macaroni and cheese, shrimp and homemade potato soup. Takeout Phone Number: 412-466-8960 For more information: 412-469-0196

Church of the Resurrection

1100 Creedmoor Ave
Pittsburgh, Pa., 15226 Where: Garden Room When: Ash Wednesday and every Friday during Lent Times: 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Menu & Cost: Beer-battered fried or baked fish dinner, with homemade macaroni and cheese, or french fries, vegetable or stewed tomatoes, coleslaw or applesauce, dessert, roll and beverage, $11 for adults, $7 for children. A la carte menu includes beer-battered fried fish, french fries and coleslaw. Homemade pierogies are four for $3. Takeout Phone Number: 412-563-4400 Website: www.eressi.com

Clarion Moose Lodge #101

401 Grand Ave.
Clarion, PA 16214 Where: Lodge When: Fridays throughout Lent Times: 5-8 p.m. Menu & Cost: Fish (Baked or fried) dinner, potato choice, salad bar, roll. Butterfly Shrimp Dinner $9. Jumbo Fish Sandwich and fries $7.50 Takeout Phone Number: 814- 226-7211 Website: fishfry.com

Corpus Christi Parish

803 Market St.
McKeesport When: Ash Wednesday (limited menu) & every Friday throughout Lent Times: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Menu & Cost: Ash Wednesday limited menu: hand-breaded fried fish sandwich, baked fish and fried butterfly shrimp for $5.50, with assorted sides available. Friday menu: Fried and baked fish, crab cake sandwich, beer-battered fish sandwich, toasted cheese and tuna melt sandwiches. Sides include homemade soup; homemade pierogies; homemade potato pancakes; haluski; french fries; macaroni and cheese; cheese balls; hush puppies and more. A children’s menu is also available and crepes with cream cheese or lekvar filling. Weekly soup specials: Feb. 15, creamy potato; Feb. 22 and March 15, lobster bisque; March 1, broccoli cheese; March 8, baked potato; March 22, New England clam chowder. Ten percent of proceeds benefit the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank. Takeout Phone Number: 412-672-6004

Crabtree Volunteer Fire Department

1610 Latrobe-Crabtree Road
Crabtree, PA 15624 When: Every Friday throughout Lent Times: 4:30-7:30 p.m. Menu & Cost: Baked Fish & Pierogie Dinners; Fried Fish Sandwiches w/Fries; Fried Popcorn Shrimp w/Fries; Smelts; Homemade Haluski; Homemade Macaroni & Cheese; French Fries;
Coleslaw; Freshly Baked Cakes. Takeout Phone Number: (724) 837-2231 Website: www.crabtreevfd.com

Croatian National Hall JAVOR

805 East St
North Side When: Ash Wednesday & every Friday throughout Lent Times: 4-8 p.m. Menu & Cost: Fried Fish, baked fish, shrimp, french fries, mac and cheese, coleslaw, and dessert available. Takeout Phone Number: (412) 321-8104

Divine Mercy

609 10th St.
Beaver Falls, Pa. Where: Divine Mercy School Cafeteria When: Every Friday throughout Lent except Good Friday Times: 4-6:30 p.m. Menu & Cost: Dinners: choice of baked or fried fish, choice of one side (french fries, pierogies, homemade macaroni and cheese, or homemade haluski), coleslaw, roll, dessert and beverage, $9 for adults, $6 for children. Takeout Phone Number: 724-846-5955

Eastern Area Prehospital Services

192 11th Street
Turtle Creek, PA 15145 Where: Eastern Area Prehospital Ambulance Building When: Ash Wednesday & every Friday throughout Lent including Good Friday Times: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Menu & Cost: Fish, Shrimp or Crab Cake Dinners, Sandwiches and/or Sides range from $6 to $8.50 Takeout Phone Number: (412) 829-8155 Website: easternareaems.com/

Elizabeth United Methodist Church

317 S. 2nd Ave.
Elizabeth, Pa., 15037 Where: Social Hall When: Ash Wednesday & every Friday throughout Lent excluding Good Friday Times: Lunch 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; Dinner 4 p.m.- 7 p.m. Menu & Cost: Fish dinner, shrimp dinner, combo dinner, or crab cake dinner at $9 or smaller portion at $7. All dinners include one side dish, coleslaw, roll, cake, & beverage. Individual fish sandwiches are $6; fish on a dish $5; clam chowder, mac & cheese, haluski, coleslaw, or french fries are $2 each. Cake is $1. Dine in beverages are free. Takeout Phone Number: 412-384-7050

Ellsworth Sportsmen’s Club

20 Ten Mile Lane
Scenery Hills, Pa. 15360 Where: Clubhouse When: Every Friday throughout Lent including Good Friday Times: 6-9 p.m. Menu & Cost: Fish Sandwich, shrimp, french fries; breaded mushrooms, coleslaw, onion rings, and more. Takeout Phone Number: 724-945-5275

Epiphany Catholic Church of Pittsburgh

184 Washington Place
Pittsburgh, Pa. 15219 Where: McDowell Hall When: Every Friday through May 31 Times: 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Menu: http://www.epiphanychurch.net/index_files/Fish%20Fry%20Menu.pdf (PDF File) Takeout Orders: 412-471-1008 Website: http://www.epiphanychurch.net/ Fish Fry Information: http://www.epiphanychurch.net/fish-fry.asp

Etna Volunteer Fire Department

27 Crescent Avenue
Pittsburgh, Pa., 15223 Where: Fugh Memorial Hall When: Every Friday During Lent Times: 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Takeout Phone Number: 412-781-1155 Website: www.etnavfd.org

Faith United Methodist Church

305 Freeport St
Delmont, Pa., 15626 Where: Cafeteria When: Every Friday during Lent Times: 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Website: fumcdelmont.com

Fawn Township #1 Volunteer Fire Department

497 Lardintown Road
Tarentum, PA 15084 Where: Recreation Hall – Located at the corner of Lardintown Road & Route 908 When: Every Friday throughout Lent including Good Friday Times: 12 noon- 6 p.m. Menu & Cost: Dinner is $8 which includes sandwich, fries and coleslaw. We also have Cabbage, Noodles and beverages available for extra.

Freedom Farms Cafe & Carry-Out

4323 Shearsburg Road (Entrance on Rt. 56)
New Kensington, PA 15068 When: Every day after 11 a.m. Times: 11 a.m.- 7 p.m. Menu & Cost: Fish Sandwich: Two hand breaded cod on a 12″ split top bun served with homemade slaw, seasoned fries, and tartar sauce ($6.45) Takeout Phone Number: (724) 212-3844 Website: www.freedomfarmspa.com

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The First Sign of Spring Starts Today

You know Spring is almost here when the Pirates report for training camp.  The Pitchers and Catchers have reported today in Pirate City, and the rest of the team will filter in throughout the week.  The first workout with the whole team is set for Friday.  Keep reading to learn more about Pirates Training Camp.

Forget the groundhog.

There is a more reliable sign of spring.

It can be summed up in four wonderful words: Pitchers and catchers report.

Monday is the day in Bradenton, as 38 Pittsburgh Pirates pitchers and catchers check in at Pirate City, prepared for spring training and the 2013 season.

The first official workout will be at noon Tuesday, then the Pirates will settle into a practice routine that will see them on the field from 9:30 a.m. to noon each day. The first full-squad workout is Friday.

It all leads up to the first Grapefruit League game Feb. 23, followed a day later by the first home game at a renovated McKechnie Field.

The Pirates, fresh off another late-season fade that saw them fall of out of contention in the National League Central and suffer their 20th straight losing season, are raring to go.

Pittsburgh signed established free agents in catcher Russell Martin and pitcher Francisco Liriano to go along with promising young talent in outfielders Andrew McCutchen and Starling Marte and third baseman Pedro Alvarez.

"(General Manager) Neal Huntington and the baseball ops staff have been working hard trying to improve the roster," said Jim Trdinich, the Pirates' media relations director. "The end of last

year left a bitter taste in our mouth. It was still a productive season, winning 79 games. But the last month of the season was kind of a kick in the butt after playing so well for the first four or five months."

It was mostly quiet Sunday morning at Pirate City, but the Pirates' newest acquisition, Liriano, got in some work on a back field.

Liriano is recovering from a fractured humerus bone in his non-throwing arm. He suffered the injury in December just days after he and the Pirates agreed to a two-year, $14 million contract.

The Pirates and Liriano finalized a reworked deal Friday that will pay the 29-year-old lefty a guaranteed $1 million in 2013 with incentives that could net him $5.25 million this year and $8.5 million in 2014 if he pitches 200 innings a season.

With his right arm in a brace Sunday, Liriano threw about 75 short tosses with the team's medical staff looking on. He is not expected to work out with the rest of the pitchers on Tuesday and is a long shot to be ready for Opening Day.

Workouts are free and open to the public. Players are generally more accessible to fans than they would be during the regular season or even during Grapefruit League games.

Trdinich said the best time to get autographs is at the end of the daily workouts.

"The best place for autographs is at Pirate City, out at the area where the fields meet. Another place is right by the half field that's at the end of the batting cages," Trdinich said.

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Top Ten Places in Pittsburgh for Valentine's Day

Check out these great places in Pittsburgh for your Valentine's Day date.  These restaurants have the perfect atmosphere for the Valentine's Day date of your dreams. There are even some great places for singles listed. 

#10 --If you're single and already considering clicking the big red X at the top right of your screen...DON'T! The Naked Grape in Sewickly will pop your cork. This Thursday, February 10, you can celebrate being single with a selection of special "Single" Vineyard Wines, "Single Servings" and, of course, a game of "Single Trivia," all while mixing and mingling with other singles! Any place whose wine menu exceeds the length of it's food menu is a place I would suggest.

#9 -- OK, ok -- so it's not a Pittsburgh proprietary, but I have to tell you I've been to quite a few different Morton's across the country and if we're talking romantic atmosphere, I CANNOT neglect to put this place on the list. The ambiance at Morton's Pittsburgh makes you expect that Frank Sinatra will be joining your party at any given moment. The scent of red wine and a good char fill the air as candlelit tables are scarcely accompanied by dim overhead lighting.  With out-of-this-world Oysters Rockefeller that would make John D. himself sing praises from the beyond and a chocolate lava cake that will melt even the coldest of hearts, the food will certainly not fall short  in the romance department either. Make your reservations today, because Valentine's Day is one of their busiest of the year! A V-day special will get you a three course dinner for two for only $109.99.

#8 -- Who could forget about Mount Washignton on a day like Valentine's Day? While I have to give props to Georgetowne Inn, and of course to Monterey Bay for being my runner's up in the romance category, I have to say that, though it's been a while since I've eaten there, Isabela on Grandview will forever be etched in my mind as the loveliest of all Mt. Washington restaurants I've had the pleasure of experiencing. Voted by Pittsburgh Magazine readers as Pittsburgh's most romantic restaurant, I can confidently suggest it knowing I've got some trusted voices confirming my opinion.

#7 -- For a date night OR a group of 14 excitable women on a night out on the town, SOBA on Ellsworth Avenue in Shadyside certainly did a fine job of setting the mood.  The multi-level restaurant is absolutely gorgeous and with a diverse menu of Asian and American cuisine, it will be sure to satisfy both you and your sweetheart.

#6 -- Shadyside is my home away from home, and so I must take you on the tour from Ellsworth to Walnut and suggest Walnut Grill which just happens to be one of my long time favorites, especially if you're in the mood for a delicious pasta or hand-tossed pizza. **UPDATE - Walnut Grill has closed and is in process of being replaced by a new joint (sure to please) called "Up." I'll be sure to keep you "Up"dated!

#5 -- While I typically would only send you here in the summertime when their back patio is open for business, if you're looking for a quiet, intimate dining experience this Valentine's Day, be sure to check out the cafe I go crazy for: Cafe du Jour.  With a quaint dining room adjacent to the kitchen, you can be sure to share delicious food and audible conversation with your date. Be sure to ask them what off-menu specials they're offering.  I've found their best dishes that way.

#4 -- One of the my favorite destinations just happens to be in my neck of the woods.  Bistro 19 on Washington Rd. in Mount Lebanon was a place that took my breath away. With a plethora of options in every food group, this place will be sure to please.

#3 -- I find it only appropriate that Eleven would make my TOP-ten.  With it's uniquely delicious seasonally changing American cuisine, never fails to impress. Congrats to the Big Burrito Restaurant group for making the TOP-ten twice!

#2 -- I have to tell you a short story, the number two most romantic restaurant on my list is a huge part of the reason I began and kept up with this blog in the first place.  I had never heard of Willow (thank you, Groupon) and after spending an evening amongst the crackling fire, intoxicating aromas, mouthwatering flavors and extremely friendly waitstaff, I knew I had to tell the rest of the town about the secret in the woods. If you haven't yet taken a date to Willow, you're seriously missing out.  If you're just starting out in a relationship, seal the deal by suggesting a Valentine's Day dinner here.

#1 -- So far, in my mind, Spoon in East Liberty has yet to be beat. Neither PID nor I could think of a single negative thing to say about our evening here. The Tuna Two Ways was, to me, one of the greatest culinary accomplishments I've ever tasted -- and it was only the appetizer! If you read my review, you'll begin to understand why.  Give it a try, once you do you'll understand my utter fascination.


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What is Going on in Pittsburgh This Week?

Check out these great events throughout the city this week.  Music, dinners, and dancing are just some of the great activities that you can look forward to throughout the week.   Keep reading to find out about all the great events below.

Monday, January 28


Interval Mondays at AVA – $3 cover

Bargain Mondays at South Side Works Cinema – $6 admission all day with concession specials

AcoustiCafe – FREE admission and drink specials

Totally Free Mondays at Steel City Improv Theater – FREE

Affordable Monday at South Side Works – Around $35 for two people

Salsa Mondays at Seviche – FREE, no cover

Storytimes Around the City – FREE

Cheap Movie Deals Around the ‘Burgh on Mondays – discounted movies on Mondays

Monday Wing Deals – wing specials in the ‘Burgh on Mondays

Cheap Burgers in the ‘Burgh on Monday – $3 or less

Cheap Monday Taco Days – taco specials in the ‘Burgh on Mondays

Tuesday, January 29


2 for 1 admission to the Clayton – purchase one admission, get another FREE

$2 Tuesdays at North Versailles Bowling Center – $2 games

Two for Tuesday at Color Me Mine – two paint for the price of one

Ceili Dance Lessons – FREE

JazzLive at the Backstage Bar – FREE

Folding Space Pay-What-You-Can yoga classes – pay what you can

Tiny Tots at Romp N Roll Skating Rink – $5.00 for food, skating and skates

Storytimes Around the City – FREE

Terrific Tuesday in the Cultural District - Around $30-$35 for two people

Tuesday Knitting Group – FREE

Cheap Movie Deals Around the ‘Burgh on Tuesdays – discounted movies on Tuesdays

Tot Tuesdays at The Aviary - 1/2 off admission for children 5 and under w/ paying adult

Tuesday Wing Deals – wing specials in the ‘Burgh on Tuesdays

Cheap Burgers in the ‘Burgh on Tuesday – $3 or less

1/2 off Wine on Tuesday – 1/2 price wine by the bottle or glass

Cheap Tuesday Taco Days – taco specials in the ‘Burgh on Tuesdays

Wednesday, January 30


Community Night at the Union Project – Donation based

Yoga on Centre Pay-What-You-Can yoga classes – pay what you can

$1 Night at North Versailles Bowling Center – $1 games, food, drink & shoe rental specials

Pittsburgh Banjo Club Open Rehearsal – FREE

Open Mic Night at Cannon Coffee – FREE

Mommy & Me Wednesdays at My Little Outback – $2 discount

Bluegrass Night at the Park House – FREE Bluegrass music

Dave & Buster’s 1/2 off game day – 1/2 priced games all day

99 cent movies all day – 99 cents

Wednesday Knitting Group – FREE

Storytimes Around the City – FREE

Cheap Movie Deals Around the ‘Burgh on Wednesdays – discounted movies on Wednesdays

Wednesday Wing Deals – wing specials in the ‘Burgh on Wednesdays

Cheap Burgers in the ‘Burgh on Wednesday – $3 or less

1/2 off Wine on Wednesday – 1/2 price wine by the bottle or glass

Cheap Wednesday Taco Days – taco specials in the ‘Burgh on Wednesdays

Thursday, January 31

PPT Mix @ Six: 1776 – $26 or less

Ceramics Open Studio at the Union Project – $10

Family Night at Schenly Ice Rink - Kids skate free with each paying adult

Entrepreneurial Thursdays at Little E’s – $5

Play Dates on Ice – $4.25

Senior discount admission at Clayton – $5 instead of $12

Thursday Matinee at the Harris Theater – $5.00

offCenter at the August Wilson Center – FREE

Roger Humphries Jazz Jam Session at CJ’s in the Strip - No cover

1/2 off Wine on Thursdays – 1/2 price wine by the bottle or glass

Storytimes Around the City – FREE

Salsa Thursdays at Bossa Nova – FREE, no cover

New Mothers Knitting Group – FREE

Pittsburgh Improv Jam Comedy Show - $3 plus $2.50 craft beer special

Folding Space Pay-What-You-Can yoga classes – pay what you can

Thursday Funday Downtown – $20 to $25 per person for an ENTIRE evening out

Cheap Movie Deals Around the ‘Burgh on Thursdays – discounted movies on Thursdays

Cheap Burgers in the ‘Burgh on Thursdays – $3 or less

Thursday Wing Nights – wing specials in the ‘Burgh on Thursdays

Cheap Thursday Taco Days – taco specials in the ‘Burgh on Thursdays

Friday, February 1

Unblurred: First Fridays on Penn – FREE

Hot Jam Open House at the Pittsburgh Glass Center – FREE

Wine Knows Tasting - $12

Irish Dance Lessons at Claddagh – $5

Sushi Happy Hour at Blue – FREE Sushi Buffet w/ a beverage purchase

Good Fridays at The Andy Warhol Museum – 1/2 priced admission

Observatory SkyWatch at the Science Center – $1

Storytimes Around the City – FREE

Friday Night Improv at Studio Theater – $3

Salsa Fridays at Cabaret at Theater Square – $5

Kinder Klimb at REI – FREE with $20 LIFETIME membership

Line Dancing lessons at Saddle Ridge – FREE

Cheap Burgers in the ‘Burgh on Friday – $3 or less

Friday Wing Deals – wing specials in the ‘Burgh on Fridays

Saturday, February 2

Home Depot Kids Workshop: Build a Valentine Card Holder – FREE

Observatory SkyWatch at the Science Center – $1

Saturday Nights at Swing City – $10-12

SCIT Social Improv Jam - FREE

Saturday Light Brigade Radio Show – FREE

Sunday, February 3

Free Sunday Afternoons at the Carnegie Library – FREE

Fifty Cent Sundaze at Arsenal Bowling Lanes – $.50 cent games, shoe rental and hot dogs

Starving Artist Sunday Supper at Brillobox - $6

Sunday Brunch Deals – affordable local brunches

Sunday Wing Deals – wing specials in the ‘Burgh on Sundays

Cheap Burgers in the ‘Burgh on Sunday – $3 or less

Sunday Bloody Mary Specials in Pittsburgh – ‘Mary specials in the ‘Burgh on Sundays

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This Week's Family Events

This week check out these great events being held all around the city.  Carnegie Science Center to
the Children's Museum there is something for all ages.  Make sure to check out the great cultural events that are also going on around the city.



Thu., Jan. 17 — Exhibit Certain nights, Carnegie Science Center offers to watch the kids while the parents have a night out. Tonight, though, it's all about the parents — or any other adult. The Center's 21+Sports is a no-kids night for visitors to enjoy such Highmark SportsWorks attractions as the 25-foot rock wall, the bungee-harnessed trampoline and the rollercoaster simulator. You can also roam the Center's four floors and exhibits like SeaScape. Plus there's live music and a cash bar. Very adult. Bill O'Driscoll 6-10 p.m. One Allegheny Ave., North Side. $10-15. 412-237-3400 or www.carnegiesciencecenter.org

Fri., Jan. 18 — Exhibit Busy weekend at the Children's Museum. Today through Monday, visit the Makeshop to create your own DIY clock (with an $8 kit and help from a Makeshop instructor). Starting Saturday, and every weekend through January, build a "glow tree" — a sculpture of twigs and copper wire that sparkles purple and green thanks to a vacuum chamber. This Saturday and Sunday only, at 1 p.m. daily, watch scenes from visiting Enchantment Theatre Company's production of The Velveteen Rabbit. (The full show's on stage at The Hillman Center for Performing Arts on Saturday night.). And Monday, look for Martin Luther King Jr. Day programming, including storytelling by actor Greg Kenney. BO Museum hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 1 Children's Way, North Side. $12-13 (children under 2 free). 412-322-5058 or pittsburghkids.org
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Fri., Jan. 18 — Words

Novelist Sarah Dessen has published 10 young adult novels, two of which were adapted into the 2003 teen drama How to Deal. Her latest novel, What Happened to Goodbye, hits stores in paperback later this year. As part of the 12th season of Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures and Carnegie Library's series Black, White & Read All Over, Dessen speaks tonight at the Carnegie Library Lecture Hall. The event also features an audience Q&A, live music, book-signing and snacks. Jeff Ihaza 7 p.m. 4400 Forbes Ave, Oakland. $15 (or two for $25 online). 412-622-8866 or www.pittsburghlectures.org

Sat., Jan. 19 — Art

"Creativity is sort of insanity," opines Tim Fabian in a press release. "My work then is my insane need to play coupled with a socially appropriate outlet." Now photographer Fabian has invited some playmates to join in his first curatorial venture, Play. It's a group show at Millvale's Panza Gallery highlighting artists and photographers whose work exhibits evidence of play. The exhibit spotlights such local names as Sue Abramson, David Grim, George Kollar, Mark Panza and William Wade. The opening reception is tonight. BO 6 p.m. Show continues through Feb. 16. 115 Sedgwick St., Millvale. Free. 412-821-0959 or www.panzagallery.com
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Sat., Jan. 19 - Stage

Paying for abuse? That might seem the dynamic in Seminar. The 2011 Broadway comedy concerns four aspiring young writers who've purchased spots in an Upper West Side writing seminar with a famous author named Leonard, only to hear him label their work "a soul-sucking waste of words," among other blandishments. But there's more to this critically favored play by Theresa Rebeck, best known for creating the NBC drama Smash. (Her plays include Bad Dates and Mauritius.) In City Theatre's production, Leonard is played by Daniel Gerroll, an acclaimed British actor who had a big role in the film Chariots of Fire. The production, directed by Tracy Brigden, also features longtime City favorite Rebecca Harris. Tonight begins a week of preview performances; opening night is Jan. 25. BO 5:30 p.m. Continues through Feb. 10. 1300 Bingham St., South Side. $15-55. 412-431-2489 or www.citytheatrecompany.org
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Sat., Jan. 19 — Words

"Having no interest in mainstream masculine activities such as sports, sports-watching, finance or alcoholism, I've had to distinguish myself through other means," writes David Matthews. "I have a postcard collection, a menagerie of anthropomorphic coconuts, and a compulsion to channel my sarcastic tendencies in a socially-acceptable way by writing." As in the introduction to his debut story collection, Meltdown in the Cereal Aisle — and with story titles like "Putting the Bi into Bicentennial" — Matthews' wields a droll, left-of-center sensibility. A fixture on the local arts scene, he's known for his publicly posted personal-ad flyers seeking romance. Tonight's launch for his self-published book will be filmed by Julie Sokolow for her documentary Aspie Seeks Love, about Matthews' late-in-life Asperger's syndrome diagnosis. Also: readings by Matthews and award-winning Chicago-based writer Erika Mikkalo. BO 7 p.m. Awesome Books, 929 Liberty Ave., Downtown. Free. www.awesomebookspittsburgh.com
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Sun., Jan. 20 — Stage

Harmontown, the fictional universe led by Dan Harmon, is a magical place. Harmon writes for NBC's Community; he and fellow comedian and co-host Jeff Davis blend the mundane and the hilarious in this often-confessional weekly podcast. The show's growing number of devoted fans — Harmonites — has led the pair to share their universe with the masses via the touring Harmontown Live Podcast Show that makes its way to the New Hazlett Theater tonight. JI 7 p.m. 6 Allegheny Square East, North Side. $20. 412-320-4610 or www.newhazletttheater.org

Sun., Jan. 20 — Music

Renowned Croatian vocal group Klapa Cambi visits with a rare offering. The group's klapa music is a form of a cappella singing dating to the 1800s, derived from liturgical styles but still part of the country's contemporary culture. (Some klapa tunes celebrate, for instance, wine.) The nine-man group's Sound of Dalmatia tour hits just five U.S. cities — all in the company of Pittsburgh's own Jerry Grcevich Tamburitza Orchestra. The show's at the Byham Theater tonight. BO 7:30 p.m. 101 Sixth St., Downtown. $31.25-45.25. 412-456-6666 or www.trustarts.org

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Try Something New This Year

This year why not trying something new!  If you find yourself making the same meals every week, check out these great new meals and projects for the new year.  There is everyone from making your own cheese or cider. 
 
There's nothing better than a good project to get you through the post-holiday dog days of winter. One of these projects from the past year is bound to spark your interest. What about making a batch of fizzy sparkling cider? Or finally trying your hand at homemade pasta? Or mozzarella? Lots to do, lots to try, lots to discover!

TOP ROW
• 1 How to Make Sparkling Cider
• 2 How to Make Fresh Pasta from Scratch
• 3 How to Make Herb-Infused Honey
• 4 How to Make a Shrub Syrup
• 5 How to Make Homemade Mozzarella

BOTTOM ROW
• 6 How to Make Basic White Sandwich Bread
• 7 How to Make Basic Whole Wheat Bread
• 8 How to Fill and Shape Agnolotti Pasta
• 9 How to Make Kombucha Tea at Home
• 10 How to Make Soft, Chewy Caramel Candies

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The Penguins Are Back

Hockey is back.  The players and the NHL have reached an agreement, which was the best late holiday gift for any hockey fan.  Penguins have a lot to practice in the next week to get ready for the season.  Here are some of the burning questions that fans are worried about for the short season.

Who’s the last top six guy?

You’ve probably got Sidney Crosby and Pascal Dupuis chained together on one line and Evgeni Malkin and James Neal attached on the other. Chris Kunitz, last year’s Malkin-Neal third guy, is expected to be shifted back to Crosby’s line, where he’s played since the Pens acquired him in 2009, barring Crosby injuries. That leaves a huge hole. Can Eric Tangradi finally make a jump to productive NHL player? Will Dustin Jeffrey be given the chance to play there? Or youngster Beau Bennett? Or a rotating group of Matt Cooke, Tyler Kennedy and who knows who else?

How will the net tandem shake out?

James Mirtle says that a 50 game NHL schedule won’t even be THAT compressed, so it’s not like the team will have 4 or 5 games every week. But still, the move to acquire Tomas Vokoun looks pretty good right now for Ray Shero and the Pens. Marc-Andre Fleury had a stellar regular season and just as dreadful of a playoff. With a goalie of Vokoun’s caliber, it’s likely at some point of this season we’re going to find a fan or media generated goalie controversy, the first true one since 2008 when backup Ty Conklin played well during a Fleury injury absence, but Fleury returned as the #1 goalie and played the best hockey of his career leading the Pens to the Stanley Cup Finals. Vokoun has a checkered injury history, but he also almost always has a higher save percentage than Fleury. Dan Bylsma’s usage of the two will be crucial, especially as the playoffs approach. Who will emerge as the go-to guy?

General Sidney Crosby head-spot question mark

It’s no fun to talk about and something that’s been beaten into the dirt a million times, but at least for now, it’s a question of how Crosby will respond to NHL game action. Hockey is a collision sport and the most famous melon in the business is bound to get hit at some point. Can Crosby put concussion/neck fears behind him or will they put him back on the shelf when he takes fairly routine hockey contact (ala the David Krejci hit that re-injured him).

Can Paul Martin bounce back?

He’s the most targeted man in the lineup due to his salary, but the Penguins will need Paul Martin to find his game pretty quickly in 2013. Though he actually had a pretty decent 2nd half of the season, Martin’s play will be analyzed and scrutinized by fans everywhere. With Zbynek Michalek gone and no obvious replacement found, Martin is going to be a huge piece of the puzzle at even strength and on the penalty kill for Pittsburgh. Can he have a bounce back season and play a solid game and chew up a lot of minutes? The team needs him to be a very steady presence.

How will life without Jordan Staal be?

As Justin showed us, Jordan Staal was asked a lot of by the Pens, and he performed spectacularly, driving possession and shifting from defense to offense. Now Staal is gone, and in his place will be a fine two-way player in Brandon Sutter. But Sutter is not Staal and won’t be used in quite the same way. Will the Pens play Crosby more in the defensive zone? Will they ask Malkin and Crosby to kill penalties even rarely? And that PK unit, one of the best in the league in the past few seasons, loses their best forward. Joe Vitale might get an increased role to join Sutter and the regulars of Dupuis, Matt Cooke and Craig Adams but how the Pens move on without Staal will shape their defensive identity.

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