Warhol Discount Days

Are you looking for something new to do this weekend? The Andy Warhol Museum offers half price admission every Friday from 5-10pm.  Fridays are also special at the Warhol.  There are special programs that include music, film, and live performances. You can also enjoy a drink or two at their cash bar.  You can learn more at Living Pittsburgh.


The Andy Warhol Museum offers half price admission every Friday evening from 5:00 pm until 10:00 pm. Discounted admission is half-price. As always, Carnegie Museum members are free. They also offer a cash bar in the lobby if you like. Many Good Fridays also offer special programs including music, film, performances and more. Their website gives specific details on weekly programming (additional ticket pricing may apply).

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Summer Events In The City

This summer has so much in store for events. There are so many festivals and events going on in the area that you don’t have any excuses to stay at home! This weekend head to Hartwood Acres for a fireworks festival! Then on Monday you can honor the men and women in the military at Soldiers & Sailors Hall in Oakland for a Memorial Day celebration. For more information check out the City Paper website.


ONGOING

Pittsburgh Neighborhood Festivals. Held throughout the city through fall. 412-422-6405 or www.citiparks.net for complete list


MAY 22-23
Pyrofest. Fireworks festival, Hartwood Acres. www.pyrofest.com



MAY 25
Memorial Day Celebration. Soldiers & Sailors Hall, Oakland. 412-621-4253



MAY 31
Open Streets. Recreate on more than 4 miles of closed city streets from Downtown to Lawrenceville.www.openstreetspgh.org



JUNE 5-14
Three Rivers Arts Festival. Downtown. Visual-art exhibitions, public art installations, music and dance performances, and arts-and-crafts market. 412-456-6666 or www.3riversartsfest.org



JUNE 7
Animal Friends Mutt Strut. South Park. Games, activities and pooches. 412-847-7000 orwww.thinkingoutsidethecage.org



JUNE 13
Riverview Park Heritage Day. Free family fun includes games, crafts, refreshments and more. Riverview Park. 412-255-2493



JUNE 13
Harmony Herb and Garden Fair. Harmony Museum, Harmony.www.harmonymuseum.org



JUNE 14
Pride Awareness March and PrideFest. Downtown. www.pittsburghpride.org



JUNE 20
Atlatl Competition. Meadowcroft, Avella. Try your hand at the ancient spear-throwing implement. 724-587-3412 or www.heinzhistorycenter.org



JUNE 27
Jam on Walnut. Shadyside. Live bands perform. 412-682-1298 or www.thinkshadyside.com



JUNE 28
Classic Car Show. Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, Washington. 877-728-7655 or www.pa-trolley.org



JUNE 28
Open Streets. Recreate on more than 4 miles of closed city streets from Downtown to Lawrenceville.www.openstreetspgh.org



JULY 2-4
Three Rivers Regatta. North Side and Downtown. Boat races, fireworks, food, fishing.www.threeriversregatta.net



JULY 2-5
Westmoreland Arts and Heritage Festival. Twin Lakes Park, Greensburg. 724-834-7474 orwww.artsandheritage.com



JULY 3-4
Independence Day Celebration. Meadowcroft, Avella. Games, food and demonstrations of 19th-century rural celebrations. 724-587-3412 or www.heinzhistorycenter.org



JULY 3-11
Big Butler Fair. Butler County Fairgrounds. Head for the biggest fair 'round these parts. 724-865-2400 orwww.bigbutlerfair.com



JULY 10-19
Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix. Various locations. Vintage car races and shows.www.pittsburghvintagegrandprix.com



JULY 11
Doo Dah Days: Stephen Foster Music and Heritage Festival. Allegheny Cemetery, Lawrenceville.www.doodahdays.com



JULY 13
Vintage Grand Prix Car Show. Walnut Street, Shadyside. 412-682-1298 or www.thinkshadyside.com



JULY 17-18
Picklesburgh. Food, demos, live music. Rachel Carson Bridge, Downtown. www.picklesburgh.com.



JULY 18-19
Harambee Ujima Black Arts and Culture Festival. Kelly Street, Homewood. 412-255-8983 orwww.citiparks.net



JULY 18-19
Polish Hill Civic Weekend. Brereton Street, Polish Hill. 412-255-8983 or www.citiparks.net



JULY 25
Jam on Walnut. Shadyside. Live bands perform. 412-682-1298 or www.thinkshadyside.com




JULY 26
Open Streets. Recreate on more than 4 miles of closed city streets from Downtown to Lawrenceville.www.openstreetspgh.org



JULY 26-AUG. 1
Bedford County Fair. Bedford County Fairgrounds, Bedford. 814-623-9011 or www.bedford-fair.com



JULY 29
141st Annual Rain Day. Waynesburg, Greene County. 724-627-8111 or www.raindayfestival.com



JULY 30-AUG. 2
Fort Armstrong Folk Festival. Riverfront Park, Kittanning. Arts and crafts, food, music and other entertainment.www.armstrongfestival.com



JULY 30-AUG. 8
Fayette County Fair. Fayette County Fairgrounds, Dunbar. 724-628-3360 or www.fayettefair.com

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Mother's Day Picnic

Are you still looking for the perfect Mother's Day idea? We think this beautiful weather calls for a trip outside. Apartment Therapy has the perfect menu for a Mother's Day outside. You can learn more in the blog below.



Making Memories on Mother's Day

Presents and pampering are still fine options for celebrating someone you love, but simple joy amongst your family is a gift like no other. It did, after all, take me an entire year to cash in on the massage from my first Mother's Day (it was still worth the wait!).

So try clearing the schedule for her up front. Strolling to the neighborhood park holding hands or settling into a shady spot in the yard makes an opportunity for the family to share time together. It leaves space for moms of little ones to enjoy a sit-and-watch session that will make for great Mother's Day memories and for husbands, partners, and older children to enjoy time with their leading lady.
The Best Gifts Are Simple

After all, what do most mothers enjoy more than seeing their family happy? Showing appreciation for all she does doesn't have to be elaborate. Celebrate with the things that matter to her.

If she enjoys flowers, gentleman and ladies of all ages can pick Mom a wildflower bouquet. Does she save all the school art projects? Draw her a picture or write a note as a keepsake. Even taking a selfie and printing a copy for the fridge will remind her of your time together when she's having a tough day (or the next time you don't clean your room).
What to Eat

The menu doesn't have to be fussy. A delicious, finger-food favorite or something new for a little adventure are both great options.

Having access to some of the South's best pimento cheese is an easy cheat to make pimento, lettuce, and tomato sandwiches or wraps. As a bonus, pairing a selection of fruit with the spread and pita crackers gives little fingers and tummies something to enjoy, too. Adding some lemon to her water bottle is an extra touch well worth the effort.

Dessert definitely ramps up any occasion — even a simple picnic. If you need a little inspiration, give Emma's Lemon Pound Cake a try or have the kids add the lemon glaze to a store-bought pound cake. Either way, it's sweet.

A Simple Menu for a Mother's Day Picnic
Classic Pimento Cheese Appetizer, made into sandwiches or wraps with lettuce and tomato and perhaps a pickle or two.
Pita chips and extra pimento cheese
Fresh fruit, such as clementines, strawberries, and grapes
Lemon Pound Cake for dessert

Picnic Packing List
Picnic basket or tote
Thick, comfy blanket
Cloth or paper napkins
Plates and bowls
Utensils (if necessary)
Water bottle
Portable speakers (if music is her thing)
Sunscreen and bug spray
Crayons and paper or toys for younger children
A day to remember

Don't stress about getting all the details just right. For most moms, the thought truly does count. Often we push time for ourselves to the "maybe" pile instead of making time to slow down a priority. So your mom and your family may just be surprised how a little time in the sunshine with the ones she loves can fill her heart right up to the top. A few moments to sit still and reflect on being a mom and the joy her family brings to life (no matter how hectic or full of to-dos) might be just the perfect gift.

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