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Table of Contents
Publisher’s Page ............................................ 5
Welcome to Pittsburgh!
by Joe McGrath ........................................ 7
Numbers ...................................................... 14
november 2011 - Vol. 31, no. 7
Scott Publishing
573 Catskill Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
Shopping ..................................................... 18
Football’s Most Unique Logo
by Bryan A. Scott .................................... 19
The Arts ....................................................... 22
Map (Downtown) ........................................ 24
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Dining ......................................................... 26
Sports .......................................................... 34
Attractions ................................................... 36
Metro Map .................................................. 42
Calendar ..................................................... 44
Index of Advertisers ..................................... 44
Cover: GRAND CONCOURSE
Photo: Courtesy Landry’s
Veterans Day and Thanksgiving
Reflect upon your many blessings —
of which every man has many —
not on your misfortunes, of which
all men have some.
CHARLES DICKENS
T
his month serves as the set-up
month for next month, which is of
course December. And that means
Christmas and the Holiday Season.
However, this month of November has
two very significant holidays. Veterans
Day is 11-11-11. Talk about numbers.
Wow! And of course the fourth
Thursday, November 24th marks
Thanksgiving. How appropriate to honor
our serviceman and veterans, who served
their country, in the same month that
we give thanks for our many blessings.
Not the least of which, I might add,
is this land of liberty and freedom that
we live in. Not a land of perfection,
but a land nonetheless, preserved by
the service and the blood of so many
of America’s finest.
Any time is a good time to be thankful
individually to Providence. But this is
good also that we do it corporately as
a nation and a people.
This would be a good time to, as the
writer above said, ‘to reflect upon your
(our) many blessings.’
About the Cover
A Pittsburgh landmark is featured on
the cover of Pittsburgh Point magazine
for November. The Grand Concourse
is one very fine restaurant.
You’ll find this restaurant across the
Monongahela River off the Smithfield
Street Bridge at an entrance to Station
Square.
Opened to the public in April 1978,
the setting for the restaurant is the former
Pittsburgh & Lake Erie Railroad terminal
that was built in 1901.
With its décor that combines brass,
marble, mahogany, and a stained glass
cathedral ceiling that is breathtaking,
the Grand Concourse has a reputation
as one of Pittsburgh’s most elegant and
finest places to dine.
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The menu is somewhat seafood based,
and I might add, the Sunday Brunch is
just excellent. It will find you wanting
to return.
A Personal Aside
On a personal note, I would like to
share with you readers that I will celebrate a birthday the 28th of this month.
A bit of trivia is that once every seven
years my birthday falls on Thanksgiving.
I’m not looking for cards, but an email
and what city you’re from would really
be welcome.
Send it to pointmag@aol.com and I’ll
get it.
A. Robert Scott
Publisher/Owner
Pittsburgh Point 5
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choose from
22 juicy burgers,
famous wings,
(in one of our
13 sauces)
61 giant
sandwiches,
steaks, ribs,
salads,
munchies
and more.
Come check
out Fat Head’s
Beer Union
6-Pack Shop
with over
250 superb
beers and
killer gear!
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1805 East Carson St., South Side • Pittsburgh, PA 15203
412-431-7433 • www.fatheads.com
Welcome to Pittsburgh!
by Joe McGrath
Pittsburgh’s got it going on! We’re one of
the 40 prettiest cities in the world, according to Huffington Post. We are repeatedly
named “America’s Most Livable City” by
Places Rated Almanac, The Economist, and
Forbes magazine. Lonely Planet travel
guide call Pittsburgh one of the “best
made-over towns to visit.” And,
ForbesTraveler.com announced that
Pittsburgh’s skyline is one of the world’s
most visually stunning!
At last! Pittsburgh is getting the recognition it deserves! And, that’s not all!
Consider this:
Pittsburgh is home to Kennywood,
voted as the world’s favorite traditional
amusement park. Our National Aviary is
dubbed the best overall destination for
bird lovers. ABC News and Away.com say
that PNC Park—home field of the
Pittsburgh Pirates—is one of the very best
ballparks in America. And, Sporting News
magazine calls us the No. 1 sports city,
too! According to Parents magazine,
Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium ranks
among the top zoos in the country. No
wonder BusinessWeek chose Pittsburgh as
one of the “Best Places to Raise Kids!”
Cultural lovers have noticed, too. We’re
consistently ranked among the best arts
destinations in the United States by
American Style magazine. And, it’s easy to
see why with the Carnegie Museum of Art,
the Andy Warhol Museum, the Frick Art +
Historical Center, the one-of-a-kind
installation art exhibits at the worldrenowned Mattress Factory, and dozens of
great galleries. Who says you have to go to
New York or Chicago to see great art?
Downtown Pittsburgh is not only the
heart of the business community, but also
the soul of a city rich with many cultural,
dining, and shopping destinations. The
14-block Downtown Cultural District
offers a vibrant mix of both classic and
contemporary performing and visual arts.
Attend performances of the renowned
Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, the
Pittsburgh CLO, Pittsburgh Dance
Council, Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre,
Pittsburgh Public Theater, and the
Pittsburgh Opera, as well as first-run
Broadway touring productions. The Harris
Theater hosts provocative independent
and foreign films.
Inside Pittsburgh’s Cultural District
you’ll also find the new August Wilson
Center for African American Culture—
named for the Pittsburgh-born, Pulitzer
Prize-winning playwright. There’s a show
for every sense and sensibility, too. In fact,
the Cultural District’s six major theaters
offer more than 1,500 shows each year!
For the big musical shows, there are
plenty of excellent venues. Paul
McCartney opened CONSOL Energy
Center in 2010, and Lady Gaga played
there, too. More national acts are coming
to the city, too, thanks to the recently
opened Stage AE. Located on the North
Shore, this fabulous new concert venue
featured the likes of Cake, Girl Talk,
George Clinton, and Wiz Khalifa within
days of its opening.
And, you’ll find no shortage of culinary
choices in Pittsburgh either. Some of the
region’s standout eateries can be found in
and around the Cultural District, but be
sure to make reservations during the preand post-theater rush.
You can foray into the world of Pop Art
and Culture with a visit to the Toonseum,
a new Pittsburgh museum. The Toonseum
—located in the Cultural District—is one
of only three museums in the country
dedicated exclusively to the cartoon arts.
This unique museum is fast becoming a
destination for cartoon artists and art
lovers the world over.
While Pittsburgh is culturally rich, this
City of Champions is certainly serious
about sports, too. From the Steelers,
Penguins, and Pirates, to a wealth of
college sports, you can take in all of the
action. Be sure to check out the new
CONSOL Energy Center, the first environPittsburgh Point 7
Pittsburgh at dusk
along the Allegheny River
Photo: © GeorgeThomasMendel.com
Photo: Courtesy VisitPittsburgh
mentally friendly hockey arena in the
nation. Inside the Heinz History Center is
where sports meets history—the Western
Pennsylvania Sports Museum is where
you’ll find the story of the region’s long,
rich sports heritage.
Pittsburgh is a family town, too. Visit the
many attractions on Pittsburgh’s historic
North Side where you’ll find the
Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh, National
Aviary, New Hazlett Theater, and Carnegie
Science Center, home to Highmark
SportsWorks.
In Oakland, a trip to the Carnegie
Museums of Art and Natural History is a
must. These world-famous museums stand
as Andrew Carnegie’s lasting legacy.
Situated alongside the Carnegie Library
and Music Hall, the Carnegie Museum of
Natural History showcases the newly
expanded Dinosaurs in Their Time, one of
the finest dinosaur exhibits in the world.
The Carnegie Museum of Art houses an
extensive collection of Impressionist,
post-Impressionist, and 19th- and 20thcentury American works.
A view from Station Square
Architecture and ethnic heritage intertwine at the towering Cathedral of
Learning’s Nationality Rooms, where you
can visit 27 working classrooms that
depict different cultures from around the
world. It’s the only place like it anywhere.
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And if you like gardens, you’ll love
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical
Gardens. Built in 1893 as a gift to the city,
this 13-room Victorian glasshouse is home
to one of the finest collections of flora
around. And, when you step inside, you
can see where world leaders dined during
the G20 Pittsburgh Summit!
Pittsburgh’s industrialist age comes
alive at The Frick Art & Historical Center,
where visitors can tour the former residence
of steel magnate Henry Clay Frick and
view an outstanding permanent collection
of Italian, French, and Flemish art.
The region’s steel heritage is celebrated
at Rivers of Steel in Homestead. History
buffs can also discover the region’s
heritage at the Senator John Heinz History
Center. Find out what Big Macs, Bingo,
and the Ferris Wheel have in common at
a new permanent exhibition, Pittsburgh: A
Tradition of Innovation.
Pittsburgh is a great place to revisit your
childhood. Visitors who fondly remember
the late Fred Rogers of Mister Rogers’
Neighborhood will want to visit the North
Shore to see the Tribute to
Children, located in the
heart of the city that was
Fred Rogers’ home.
And to really know
Pittsburgh is to love
Pittsburgh’s
neighborhoods. With 89 of them,
there are plenty of great
places to explore. You’ll
love the friendly feel of
Pittsburgh’s
neighborhoods. From Deutchtown
to Little Italy, and from the
top of Mt. Washington to
the South Side flats, you’ll
find that Pittsburgh’s neighborhoods are as authentic
as its residents. Spend a
morning walking through the Strip
District, a one-of-a-kind historic market
district. Get your design on in
Lawrenceville’s Design Zone. Soak up
some sun along the riverfront trail on the
North Shore. Explore the astounding
Photo: Courtesy VisitPittsburgh
rebirth of East Liberty. Or cross the
Monongahela River to Station Square, a
turn-of-the-century railroad terminal that
has been transformed into a bustling array
of shops, restaurants, and night spots. So,
visit where the locals hang out and see
why Pittsburgh is repeatedly named one
of “America’s Most Livable Cities.”
Wear your walking shoes, too, because
Pittsburgh’s shopping districts are worth
exploring. And, you’ll love knowing that
there is no tax on clothing in Pennsylvania.
David L. Lawrence Convention Center
Another must-see is a visit to Mt.
Washington because there’s nothing quite
like the magnificent vistas you’ll find
there. “Wow!” is the frequently heard
refrain from visitors when they see
Pittsburgh’s beautiful skyline. See for
yourself what USA Today calls “one of the
most beautiful views in the country.” Be
sure to include a ride on an historic
incline car to the top, where you can dine
high above the city.
Athletic types can run or bike along 22
miles of tree-lined riverfront paths that
lead to Point State Park at the confluence
of the city’s three rivers. Start Downtown,
then cross one of Pittsburgh’s famous
rivers—the Allegheny, Monongahela, and
Ohio—to explore the region’s distinctive
topography and countryside jewels. In
November 2011, get ready for the completion of the Great Allegheny Passage
rail-trail that will connect Pittsburgh to
Washington, D.C.!
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Visitors who are passionate about the
environment will want to make a pilgrimage
to the Rachel Carson Homestead, located
just 30 minutes from Downtown. It’s
fitting that Pittsburgh, birthplace of
renowned
environmentalist
Rachel
Carson, is a national leader in the environmental movement and a green model for
cities around the globe. Today, Pittsburgh
is a “Top 10 Metro” for green jobs and
Pennsylvania has more than 5,000 green
building product manufacturers employing 200,000 people.
Pittsburgh is proud to be home to more
than 30 green-certified buildings, including
the first green college residence hall and
Phipps Conservatory, which is pursuing a
net-zero energy and water designation as
a “Living Building.” This is a direct result
of this region’s strong commitment to
environmental stewardship. Designed by
Rafael Vinoly, the stunning David L.
Lawrence Convention Center is the
world’s first and largest green certified
convention center.
Once known as the “Steelmaking
Capital of the World,” Pittsburgh is now a
hub for finance, medicine, education, and
technology—including robotics and
advanced steelmaking technology. We
were able to show off our transformed city
to the world in 2009, as the host city for
the G20 Pittsburgh Summit. And, as CNN
reported: “Just 10 years ago, you couldn’t
mention the words ‘posh’ and ‘Pittsburgh’
in the same sentence without a collective
laugh. Not anymore.”
Pittsburgh is indeed a fabulous city. It’s
a city that’s rich in culture and steeped in
history. Pittsburgh is livable, affordable,
and a whole lot more. We hope you enjoy
your stay and tell your friends about the
wonderful city of Pittsburgh!
—Joseph McGrath is the president and CEO of
VisitPittsburgh. www.visitpittsburgh.com
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AIRLINES
AirCanada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .888-247-2262
AirTran Airways . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-247-8726
America West Airlines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-235-9292
American Airlines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-433-7300
Continental Airlines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-525-0280
Delta Airlines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-221-1212
JetBlue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-538-2583
Northwest Airlines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-225-2525
Southwest Airlines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-435-9792
United Airlines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-241-6522
USA3000 Airlines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .877-872-3000
US Airways . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-428-4322
HOTELS & ACCOMMODATIONS
Best Value Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-264-7924
Best Western Parkway Center Inn (Green Tree) . .412-922-7070
Chestnut Ridge Golf Resort & Conference Center .724-459-7191
Clarion Hotel (Green Tree) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-922-8100
Clarion Hotel (New Kensington) . . . . . . . . . . . . .724-335-9171
Comfort Inn (Harmarville) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-828-9400
Comfort Inn Pittsburgh East . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-244-1600
Courtyard by Marriott (Airport) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-264-5000
Courtyard by Marriott (Monroeville) . . . . . . . . . .412-856-8680
Courtyard by Marriott (Shadyside) . . . . . . . . . . . .412-683-3113
Crowne Plaza (Airport) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-262-2400
Days Inn(s) (Harmarville) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-828-5400
(Monroeville) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-856-1610
Doubletree Hotel & Suites City Center . . . . . . . .412-281-5800
Doubletree Pittsburgh/Monroeville . . . . . . . . . . .412-373-7300
Embassy Suites (Airport) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-269-9070
Fairfield Inn (Cranberry Twp.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .724-772-0600
Fairmont Pittsburgh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-391-1033
Four Points Hotel (Airport) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .724-695-0002
Four Points Sheraton Pittsburgh North . . . . . . . . .724-776-6900
Hampton Inn & Suites Pittsburgh Downtown . . .412-288-4350
Hampton Inn(s) (Airport) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-264-0020
(Blairsville) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .724-459-5920
(Cranberry Twp.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .724-776-1000
(Green Tree) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-922-0100
(McKnight Rd.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-939-3200
(Monroeville) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-380-4000
(Oakland-University Center) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-681-1000
(West Mifflin) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-650-1000
Hilton Garden Inn-Pittsburgh/Southpointe . . . . .724-743-5000
Holiday Inn(s) (Airport) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-262-3600
(Blawnox-R.I.D.C. Park) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-963-0600
(McKnight Rd.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-366-5200
(Meadowlands) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .724-222-6200
(Monroeville) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-372-1022
(Oakland-University Center) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-682-6200
Holiday Inn Express (Airport) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-788-8400
(Cranberry Twp.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .724-772-1000
(Harmarville) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-828-9300
(South Side) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-488-1130
Hyatt Place Pittsburgh Airport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-494-0202
Hyatt Place Pittsburgh Cranberry . . . . . . . . . . . .724-779-7900
Hyatt Place Pittsburgh-North Shore . . . . . . . . . . .412-321-3000
Hyatt Regency (Airport) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .724-899-1234
MainStay Suites (Airport) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-490-7343
Marriott Pittsburgh Airport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-788-8800
Marriott Pittsburgh City Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-471-4000
Marriott Pittsburgh North (Cranberry Twp.) . . . . .724-772-3700
Omni William Penn Hotel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412-281-7100
The Priory—A City Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-231-3338
Quality Inn University Center (Oakland) . . . . . . .412-683-6100
Quality Suites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-279-6300
Radisson Green Tree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-922-8400
Red Roof Inn(s) (Airport-Robinson Twp.) . . . . . . .412-787-7870
(Cranberry Twp.-Pittsburgh North) . . . . . . . . . .724-776-5670
(Monroeville) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-856-4738
(Washington, PA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .724-228-5750
Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-562-1200
Residence Inn (Airport) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-787-3300
Residence Inn (Cranberry Twp.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .724-779-1000
Residence Inn (Monroeville/Wilkins Twp.) . . . . .412-816-1300
Residence Inn (North Shore) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-321-2099
Residence Inn (Oakland) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-621-2200
Shadyside Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-441-4444
Sheraton Hotel Station Square . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-261-2000
Sleep Inn Pittsburgh Airport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-859-4000
SpringHill Suites (Airport) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-494-9446
(SouthSide Works) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-488-8003
Super 8 Motel (Harmarville) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-828-8900
Travel Inn Pittsburgh West . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-922-0120
The Westin Convention Center—Pittsburgh . . . .412-281-3700
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown . . . . . . .412-391-4600
Wyndham Pittsburgh University Place . . . . . . . .412-683-2040
GENERAL
David L. Lawrence Convention Center . . . . . . . .412-565-6000
Monroeville Visitors Bureau . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-856-7422
Monroeville Convention Center . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-373-7300
Pittsburgh Visitors Bureau . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-281-7711
Pittsburgh Visitors Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .877-568-3744
TRANSPORTATION
Airlines Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-665-8115
Peoples Cab Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-681-3131
Yellow Cab Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412-665-8100
AN EXPLANATION MAY NOT BE AN EXCUSE.
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The Original Oyster House
ineining
with aelaxed mbiance
412.372.9750
Free Buffet Dining During Steelers Games
Monroeville
4006 Berger Lane
(Just off Stroschein Rd. by PETCO)
thewoodennickelrestaurant.com
The Original Oyster House, located in
colorful Market Square is Pittsburgh’s oldest tavern. Designated a historic landmark,
the unique tavern was established in 1870
when oysters costing a penny a piece were
served to hungry miners and riverboat men.
Through the years celebrities from former heavyweight champion Joe Louis to
former President Jimmy Carter have
stopped by to sample the delicious
seafood and congenial atmosphere.
During Prohibition, The Original Oyster
House began serving its own special brand
of buttermilk. When Prohibition ended,
buttermilk had become a part of the tavern’s tradition.
The present owner, Lou Grippo, was
bounced out of the Oyster House when he
was a teenager, and in a moment of what at
the time must have seemed mere braggadoccio, vowed he would return and buy the
place. Some years later, the vow came true.
The Original Oyster House continues to
attract politicians, judges, attorneys,
sports figures, entertainers, newsmen, and
hundreds of thousands of others as customers. More fish sandwiches are served
here each week than anywhere in the city.
In the heart of the city at Market Square,
The Original Oyster House is a Pittsburgh
tradition.
While in Pittsburgh, visit The Original
Oyster House. Call 412-566-7925 or visit
www.originaloysterhousepittsburgh.com
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20 Market Square, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
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412-566-7925
20 Market
Square,
Pittsburgh,
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15222
Mon.-Sat.
10:00
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412-788-9388
16 Pittsburgh Point
(412) 566-7925
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Unique Toys & Imported Gifts
From Around The World.
Named one of
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by National Geographic Traveler magazine.
90 minutes from Pittsburgh via PA Turnpike
4 miles south of Mill Run, PA on Rt. 381.
Open daily except Wednesday, 10 am–4 pm,
mid-March through Thanksgiving weekend.
Reservations essential.
724-329-8501
Purchase tickets online at
www.fallingwater.org
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Shopping
S
hoppers will find that Pittsburgh
offers a lively mix of retail centers,
department stores, shopping malls,
and neighborhood shopping enclaves.
From The Shops at Station Square
(once a riverfront train station) to the
Arcade Shops at Fifth Avenue Place,
and The Shops of One Oxford Centre,
shopping opportunities abound.
AIRMALL
Pittsburgh International Airport
412-472-5180
Class shopping in a state-of-the-art airport location with
national and international branded retailers such as
Waterstone’s Booksellers, Upper Deck Authenticated,
PGA Tour Stop, and many others.
ARCADE SHOPS AT FIFTH AVENUE PLACE
5th Ave. & Liberty Ave.
412-456-7800
www.fifthavenueplace.com
An elegant European style shopping environment
located in the heart of the Golden Triangle where
you’ll find Caswell-Massey and The Limited among
others for shopping and dining.
an hour drive from downtown Pittsburgh. Home to
140 brand-name outlet stores such as Coach Factory,
and Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store.
MACY’S
400 Fifth Ave.
412-232-2000
www.macys.com
A Pittsburgh department tradition that reflects the city’s
renaissance. Come experience a shopping experience
Downtown (11 floors) and in other branch stores.
THE MALL AT ROBINSON
Parkway West and Highway 60
412-788-0816
A state-of-the-art regional mall. This newly opened 1.2
million-square-foot shopping center has Macy’s, J.C.
Penney, Sears, and Dick’s Sporting Goods as anchor
stores together with close to 120 specialty shops.
MONROEVILLE MALL
200 Monroeville Blvd.
Monroeville
412-243-8511
www.monroevillemall.com
Spend a day enjoying yourself in the restaurants,
department stores such as Macy’s, J. C. Penney, and
the specialty shops of Monroeville Mall.
PARKWAY CENTER MALL
I-279 Parkway West (Green Tree)
412-922-1741
With souvenirs of all Pittsburgh teams at Sports Deli
and The Pro Sports Store, the Parkway Center Mall is
conveniently located to all Green Tree hotels.
PITTSBURGH MILLS
Rt. 28 at 2012A Butler Logan Road,
Tarentum
724-904-9000
www.pittsburghmills.com
Destination shopping at the recently opened mall with
innovative retail, casual dining, and unique entertainment options.
Fifth Avenue Place
CENTURY III MALL
3075 Clairton Rd.
West Mifflin
412-653-1220
www.simon.com
A regional shopping mall located eight miles south of
Pittsburgh, with 200 stores, two restaurants, and food
court selections.
GROVE CITY PREMIUM OUTLETS
1911 Leesburg-Grove City Road
Grove City
724-748-3875
www.premiumoutlets.com/grovecity
One of the “Top 20 Outlet Malls in the U.S.” Less than
18 Pittsburgh Point
PPG PLACE RETAIL SHOPS
PPG Place at Market Square
412-434-1900
www.ppgplace.com
Situated in a premiere office complex, the shops at
PPG Place offer fine contemporary shopping. Located
adjacent to historic Market Square.
ROSS PARK MALL
McKnight Rd. (North Hills)
412-369-4400
www.simon.com
Over 150 specialty shops including Nordstrom,
Tiffany’s, L.L. Bean, J. C. Penney, Macy’s, and Sears.
SAKS FIFTH AVENUE
513 Smithfield Street
412-263-4800
www.saks.com
Unparalleled style, selection, and service. A shopping
destination for the finest women’s and men’s designer
collections, sportswear, shoes, accessories, cosmetics,
and jewelry collections.
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Football’s Most Unique Logo
The Symbol of a Great Team and Franchise
by Bryan A. Scott
The Pittsburgh Steelers have not always
been the Steelers. Originally founded as
the Pittsburgh Pirates by Arthur Joseph
Rooney on July 8, 1933, the Steelers
changed their name in 1940 in an attempt
to generate some fan support and involvement. Fans were encouraged to send their
suggestions to the team; several nominated the winning name Steelers to reflect
the city’s primary source of employment,
winning season tickets for their suggestion.
The famous three-star Pittsburgh
Steelers logo was a bit longer in coming,
however. Helmet logos first became popular in 1948 when the Los Angeles Rams
became the first team to use an insignia or
logo on its helmet. Rams player Fred
Gehrke, was also an artist and spent all of
his free time that season hand-painting the
distinctive Ram horns on 70 leather
helmets. The next year, Riddell, manufacturer of the famous plastic helmet still in
use today, agreed to bake the design into
the helmet, prompting other teams to
gradually add logos of their own.
The Steelers logo is based on the
Steelmark logo belonging to the American
Iron and Steel Institute (AISI). Created by
U.S. Steel Corp. (now known as USX
Corp.), the logo contains three hypocycloids (diamond shapes).
In the 1950s, when helmet logos
became popular, the Steelers added players’ numbers to either side of their gold
helmets. Later that decade, the numbers
were removed and in 1962, Cleveland’s
Republic Steel suggested to the Steelers
that they use the Steelmark logo as a helmet logo.
When the Steelmark logo was created,
U.S. Steel attached the following meaning
to it: Steel lightens your work, brightens
your leisure. The logo was used as part of
a major marketing campaign to educate
consumers about how important steel is in
our daily lives. The steelmark logo was
used in print, radio, and television ads as
well as on the labels for all steel products,
from steel tanks to tricycles to filing cabinets.
In the 1960s, U.S. Steel turned over the
Steelmark program to AISI, where it came
to represent the steel industry as a whole.
During the 1970s, the logo’s meaning was
extended to include the three materials
used to produce steel: yellow for coal,
orange for iron ore and blue for steel
scrap. In the late 1980s, when the AISI
founded the Steel Recycling Institute (SRI),
the logo took on a new life reminiscent of
its 1950s meaning.
The Steelers had to petition the AISI in
order to change the word “Steel” inside
the Steelmark to “Steelers” before the logo
was complete.
The Steelers are the only NFL team that
sports their logo on only one side of the
helmet. At first, this was a temporary
measure because the Steelers weren’t
sure they would like the look of the logo
on an all-gold helmet. They wanted to test
them before going all-out.
Equipment manager Jack Hart was
instructed to put the logo only on one side
of the helmet—the right side. The 1962
Steelers finished 9-5 and became the winningest team in franchise history to date.
The team finished second in the Eastern
Conference and qualified for the Playoff
Bowl. They wanted to do something special for their first postseason game, so they
changed the color of their helmets from
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Shopping
SHADYSIDE
Walnut Street
Pittsburgh
412-682-1298
The Shadyside business area is a unique upscale shopping area. There are 150 shops and restaurants in a
five-block area.
THE SHOPS OF ONE OXFORD CENTRE
One Oxford Centre
412-391-5300
Located in a glass atrium with several levels of fine shops
like Ann Taylor, Kountz & Rider, Emphatics, and many
more, plus dining, positioned at the base of the 45story silver office tower.
THE SHOPS AT STATION SQUARE
Station Square
412-261-2811
Showcasing merchandise from around the world at
shops like St. Brendan’s Crossing, Morini’s, Accentricity,
Loova, Bradley’s Books, and more.
The Shops at Station Square
SOUTH HILLS VILLAGE
Route 19 South and Fort Couch Road
412-831-2900
www.simon.com
Anchored by Macy’s and Sears department stores. With
over 130 stores and about a dozen eateries. Just seven
miles south of Pittsburgh.
SOUTHSIDE WORKS
East Carson Street (South Side)
412-481-1750
www.southsideworks.com
Experience shopping, dining, movies, and nightlife.
Featuring restaurants & coffee shops, shopping, and
movies too!
THE WATERFRONT
149 West Bridge Street
Homestead
412-476-8889
www.waterfronttowncenter.com
Where Pittsburgh Comes To Life. At the smokestacks
along a 2-mile stretch by the Monongahela River,
you’ll find shopping, entertainment, and fine dining
that includes Mitchell’s Fish Market and P. F. Chang’s
China Bistro.
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Visit the
Historic Landmarks
in Lawrenceville
“Jaws drop in awe!” according to founder
Sean Casey when asked to describe the
impressions of guests walking through the
doors of The Church Brew Works for the first
time. The breathtaking view of the brewpub
garners comparisons to the impressive vista
of The Point that visitors enjoy when emerging from the Fort Pitt Tunnel for the first time.
The Church Brew Works, a combination
restaurant and microbrewery, opened
August 1, 1996 as the first and only Brew
Pub in the country located in a former
church. The building originally was St.
John the Baptist Church. Legendary beer
critic Michael Jackson noted the brewery
as one of the most beautiful in the world.
Renovations to the 8,000 square foot
restaurant have brought the building back
to its turn of the century splendor.
Pittsburgh History and Landmarks
Foundation showed their appreciation for
the project by bestowing The Church Brew
Works with the Award of Merit for the adaptive reuse of St. John’s.
St. John the Baptist Church was founded
by local Irish and Scottish immigrants who
worked in the flourishing Carnegie and
Diamond Back Steel Works in the historic
community of Lawrenceville. This
Pittsburgh community was named after war
hero Captain James Lawrence, famous for his
dying words, “Don’t give up the ship.”
Catty-corner from The Church Brew Works
is another famous Pittsburgh landmark, The
Pittsburgh Brewing Company. This brewery
was founded in 1899 through the merger of
twenty different regional breweries. The
brewery recently relocated to nearby
Latrobe, Pennsylvania where its flagship
Iron City brand is still being produced.
A block from The Church Brew Works
at 3600 Penn Avenue is the childhood
home of Stephen Foster, the famous U.S.
composer. Three blocks away is beautiful
Saint Augustine Church with its 92’ high
domed ceiling. Built in 1899, this church
is an architectural masterpiece.
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gold to black, which helped to highlight
the new logo.
Because of the interest generated by
having the logo on only one side of their
helmets and because of the team’s new
success, the Steelers decided to leave it
that way permanently.
Today’s helmet reflects the way the logo
was originally applied and it has never
been changed.
Never spend money before
you have it.
Thomas JeffersoN
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The Arts
www.pittsburghclo.org
This Summer Season has concluded. Celebrate the
Holiday Season later this year as A Musical Christmas
Carol returns to the Byham Theater, December 8 December 23.
P
art of the charm of Pittsburgh lies
in its many cultural arts institutions.
There are more per capita, than
any other city in the country. Visit the
beautifully restored Benedum Center
for the Performing Arts or stop by the
Heinz Hall courtyard for a brief respite
by a two-story waterfall.
CITY THEATRE—ON THE SOUTH SIDE
Corner of Bingham & 17th Street
412-431-CITY (2489)
Contemporary dramas and comedies that are performed in this historically renovated church that is
located on the South Side.
PITTSBURGH OPERA
Benedum Center
412-281-0912
www.pittsburghopera.org
Grand opera company that is under the direction of
Mark Weinstein. The 2011-2012 Season continues
with The Pearl Fishers by Georges Bizet, November
12, 15, 18, 20; Hansel & Gretel by Engelbert
Humperdinck, January 28, 31, February 3, 5, 2012;
Tosca by Giacomo Puccini, March 24, 27, 30, April 1,
2012; and The Abduction from the Seraglio by
Wolfgang Mozart, April 28, May 1, 4, 6, 2012.
PITTSBURGH PUBLIC THEATER
O’Reilly Theater
412-316-1600
www.ppt.org
This nationally recognized theater company under the
direction of Ted Pappas produces fresh interpretations
of classics, musicals, contemporary, and new drama.
The holiday months feature Red by John Logan,
November 10-December 11.
Photo: Clyde Hare
O’Reilly Theater
Benedum Center
PITTSBURGH SYMPHONY
Heinz Hall
412-392-4900
One of the nation’s outstanding symphony orchestras.
Also includes Pittsburgh Symphony Pops concerts and
Pittsburgh Broadway Series.
PITTSBURGH BALLET THEATRE
Benedum Center
412-281-0360
www.pbt.org
Brilliant classical ballet productions brought to life.
PITTSBURGH CENTER FOR THE ARTS
6300 5th Ave., (Shadyside)
412-361-0873
Visual and performing events are held here throughout the year. Call for information.
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412-281-3973
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HOTELS
Doubletree Hotel & Suites City Center
Fairmont Pittsburgh
Hampton Inn & Suites Pittsburgh Downtown
Holiday Inn Express
Hyatt Place Pittsburgh-North Shore
Omni William Penn Hotel
Pittsburgh Marriott City Center
The Priory––A City Inn
Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel
Residence Inn
Sheraton Station Square Hotel
SpringHill Suites
The Westin Convention Center Hotel
Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
BUILDINGS & LANDMARKS
Alcoa Corporate Center
Allegheny Center
The Andy Warhol Museum
Benedum Center
The Boardwalk
Byham Theater
Carnegie Library/Hazlett Theater
Carnegie Science Center
City-County Building
Consol Energy Center
County Court House
County Jail (new)
County Jail (old)
County Offices Building
Dominion Tower
Duquesne Incline
Fifth Avenue Place
First Presbyterian Church
Gateway Center
Gateway Clipper Fleet
Gulf Tower
Harris Theater
Heinz Field
Heinz Hall
Heinz History Center
Landmarks Building
David L. Lawrence
Convention Center
Liberty Center
Macy’s Department Store
Market Square
Mellon Arena
Mellon Square
Monongahela Incline
Municipal Courts
Building
National Aviary
National Steel Building 45. PNC Park
46. PNC Firstside Center
North Shore Center
47. Point State Park
One Mellon Bank
Center
48. PPG Place
One Oxford Centre
49. Station Square
O’Reilly Theater
50. Three PNC Plaza
Penn Avenue Place
51. Trinity Cathedral
The Pennsylvanian
52. UPMC Sportsworks
@ Science Center
Photo Antiquities
53. U.S. Steel Tower
Piatt Place
Pittsburgh Children’s 54. Warner Center
Museum
Light Rail Transit
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Dining
W
hen it comes to good food
and spirits, Pittsburgh offers
a wide array of fine dining
spots. Whether a business lunch or a
romantic dinner for two, you’ll find
the right place by consulting Point
Dining. Restaurant suggestions are
listed alphabetically.
BOMBAY FOOD MARKET — 4605 Centre Ave.
(Oakland), Pittsburgh, 412-687-7100. Fresh vegetables
and fruits daily. Spices, Fresh Produce Grocery, Dairy,
Frozen Ready To Eat, Sweet Hot Fresh Meals To Go.
Open Daily 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM. www.abombay.com
BRADDOCK’S AMERICAN BRASSERIE — Renaissance
Pittsburgh Hotel lobby, 107 Sixth Ave (Cultural District),
Pittsburgh, 412-992-2005. Formerly Opus, this new
restaurant with a new chef offers country French cooking with a Pittsburgh spin. Featuring handcrafted cocktails, fast friendly service, and a value-driven menu with
casual pricing. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
www.renaissancepittsburgh.com
includes seafood, steaks, chops, and pasta. Nonsmoking dining room, bar, cigar bar, and private room
to accommodate up to 25 people. Happy Hour.
Dinner 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Kitchen open till 11:00
PM. Closed Sun. Validated FREE parking at 24th St.
Garage. www.cioppinoofpittsburgh.com
THE CLUBHOUSE RESTAURANT — Clarion Hotel,
300 Tarentum Bridge Rd., New Kensington, 724335-9171. Open daily for breakfast 6:30 AM-10:30
AM with a Sunday Brunch 10:30 AM-2:00 PM, dinner daily 4:30 PM-10:00 PM. Closed for lunch.
Dinner menu featuring pasta, seafood, chicken,
steaks, and savory salads. Beverages include wine
and beer. Private banquet facilities available for
meetings and special occasions.
EL CAMPESINO Restaurante Mexicano — The Pointe
(Robinson Twp.), Pittsburgh, 412-787-2225; Jonnet Plaza,
4097 Wm. Penn Hwy., Monroeville, 412-373-1772;
Northview Plaza, 4771 McKnight Rd., Pittsburgh,
412-366-8730; Water Dam Center, 4175 Washington
Rd., McMurray 724-941-6438; Village at Pine, 11978
Perry Hwy., Suite 401, Wexford, 724-934-0518.
Authentic Mexican Cuisine. Daily Food & Drink Specials.
BEST Margaritas in town. www.elcampesino.net
FAT HEAD’S SOUTH SHORE SALOON — 1805 E.
Carson St. (South Side), Pittsburgh, 412-431-7433.
Includes an outdoor patio dining area. Open 7 days for
oversized sandwiches, burgers, wings, steaks, ribs, salads, and more. Outstanding selection of beers on tap.
www.fatheads.com
THE CHURCH BREW WORKS — 3525 Liberty Ave.
(Lawrenceville), Pittsburgh, 412-688-8200. Award-winning
food and brewed beer produced in front of your eyes.
Located in a converted turn-of-the-century church.
Outdoor patio dining available in courtyard. Full service. Varietal wines and full service bar available. Mon.Thu. 11:30 AM-midnight, Fri. & Sat. till 1:00 AM, Sun.
noon-10:00 PM. Resv. only for large groups.
www.churchbrew.com
Fat Head’s on the Patio
GIOVANNI’S PIZZA & PASTA — 123 Sixth St.
(Downtown), 412-281-7060. Fast FREE delivery to all
Downtown Hotels, $8.00 minimum. AWARD WINNING PIZZA & PASTA. Mon.-Thu. 9:00 AM-1:00
AM., Fri. 10:00 AM-2:00 AM., Sat. 10:00 AM-2:00
AM., Sun. 10:00 AM-1:00 AM. Major credit cards
accepted. www.ilovegiovannis.com
Visitors enjoy The Church Brew Works
CIOPPINO — 2350 Railroad St. (Strip District),
Pittsburgh, 412-281-6593.
Menu with dishes
designed by executive chef Greg Alauzen that
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GRAND CONCOURSE — 100 West Station Square
Dr., Pittsburgh, 412-261-1717. Stunning views of the
Monongahela River, eclectic gourmet dishes, and
impressive stained glass windows all contribute to the
aesthetic appeal of the Grand Concourse. The Grand
Concourse specializes in innovative cuisine featuring
fresh seafood, delicious steaks, and enticing desserts.
Join us for lunch Monday through Saturday from 11:30
AM-4:00 PM, or dinner Monday through Friday from
4:00 PM-10:00 PM, Saturday from 4:00 PM-11:00
PM, and Sunday from 4:00 PM-9:00 PM. Our notable
Sunday Brunch is available from 10:00 AM-3:00 PM.
www.muer.com
GREEN FOREST CHURRASCARIA — Brazilian restaurant and bar. 655 Rodi Road ( ¼ mile from Exit 81
Parkway East), 412-371-6650. Enjoy a carousel of
meats grilled to perfection plus their gourmet salad and
seafood buffet. Early-bird special Tue.-Wed. 4:00 PM6:00 PM. Hours: Tue.-Thu. 4:00 PM-9:00 PM, Sat.
3:00 PM-10:00 PM, Sun. 1:00-9:00 PM. Closed
Mondays. Weekends, please call for reservations.
www.greenforestdining.com
GRILLE ON SEVENTH — 130 Seventh St. (DowntownCultural District), Pittsburgh, 412-391-1004. Beef, poultry,
seafood, pasta, soups & salads, and great appetizers!
Open for lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Closed Mondays.
Open late for shows on weekend. Resv. Sugg. Major
credit cards. www.thegrilleonseventh.com
HARD ROCK CAFE — 5 Station Square Dr. (Station
Square), Pittsburgh, 412-481-7625. This worldwide favorite
now in the Bessemer Court at Station Square. Good food
and surroundings with legendary music memorabilia.
SAVE with your Point coupon. Live music weekly.
www.hardrock.com
Hofbräuhaus at SouthSide Works
HOFBRÄUHAUS — 2705 S. Water St. (SouthSide
Works), Pittsburgh, 412-224-2328. Open daily 11:00
AM-midnight. Brand new to Pittsburgh and South
Side, this German-style restaurant and brewpub is patterned after the Hofbräuhaus in Munich with its
Bavarian-style beer. Ethnic dishes such as Wurstlteller
and Jagerschnitzel. All-American entrees such as 10ounce sirloin steak also served. Four Hofbräuhaus
beers available year-round. No reservations. Open
daily at 11:00 AM. www.hofbrauhauspittsburgh.com
HOOTERS — 3498 Wm. Penn Highway, Monroeville,
412-829-WING (9464). A lively Florida themed
restaurant featuring Nearly World Famous Chicken Wings,
More Than A Mouthful Sandwiches, Great Seafood,
Salads & Soups, all served by the World Famous
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Dining
Hooter Girls to 50s & 60s tunes on the jukebox. Kids
Menu. Resv. for groups of 10 or more. Lunch & dinner.
IBIZA TAPAS & WINE BAR — 2228 E. Carson St.
(South Side), Pittsburgh, 412-325-2227. The creators
of Mallorca present the first and the only authentic
Tapas & Wine Restaurant in Pittsburgh. Outside dining
available. Private rooms. www.ibizatapasrestaurant.com
Pittsburgh’s Only
Brazilian
Restaurant and Bar
655 Rodi Road in Penn Hills
(1/4 mile from Exit 81
on the Parkway East)
412-371-5560
www.greenforestdining.com
INDIA GARDEN — 328 Atwood St. (Oakland),
Pittsburgh, 412-682-3000. Voted #1 Indian Restaurant
16 years in a row. Critically acclaimed North Indian
food served in a relaxed atmosphere. Lunch Buffet
served daily that offers vegetarian dishes. Sunday and
Tuesday Deluxe Dinner Buffet. Full bar with 20 beers
on tap and drink specials. Bollywood music. Half-off
dinner 4:00 PM-6:00 PM, 11:00 PM-1:00 AM.
www.indiagarden.net
INDIA GARDEN — 3813 William Penn Highway,
Monroeville, 412-372-0400. Voted #1 Indian
Restaurant 16 years in a row. Banquet facilities available. Seating up to 150 people. We do all occasions.
Parties, Weddings, Graduations, Birthdays, and Office
Meetings. Full bar. Sunday Dinner Buffet & Tuesday
Dinner Buffet, 5:30 PM-9:30 PM. Lunch Buffet daily,
11:30 AM-3:00 PM, dinner till 10:00 PM, Fri. & Sat. till
11:00 PM. www.indiagardenpa.com
MALLORCA — 2228 E. Carson St. (South Side),
Pittsburgh, 412-488-1818. Visit Spain and Portugal for
dinner. Authentic Spanish and Portuguese style cuisine. Specializing in seafood, fantastic paella, and the
city’s best sangria. Mon.-Thu. 11:30 AM-10:30 PM,
Fri. & Sat. 11:30 AM-11:30 PM, Sun. noon-10:00 PM.
www.mallorcarestaurant.com
McCORMICK & SCHMICK’S Seafood Restaurants —
Two locations. 301 Fifth Ave.-Piatt Place (Downtown),
Pittsburgh, 412-201-6992. 2667 Sidney St., South
Side Works (South Side) Pittsburgh, 412-432-3260.
Menus with a fresh list of varieties of fish and seafood.
Aged steaks, roasted chicken, salads, pasta, cocktails
from fresh juices, and an extensive wine list. Open
daily. www.McCormick&Schmicks.com/Pittsburgh
Business Hours:
BBQ Buffet Hours:
THE ORIGINAL FISH MARKET RESTAURANT — 1001
Liberty Avenue (Downtown at the Westin Convention
Center Hotel), Pittsburgh, 412-227-3657. For the best
selection of the freshest seafood in town. Excellent raw
bar, sushi, crab cakes, grilled salmon, tuna, striped bass,
and more. Also featuring outstanding steaks, chicken,
pork chops, and sandwiches. Extensive wine list.
Serving dinner nightly until 1:00 AM. Minutes from all
downtown hotels. Open 7 days. Serving lunch and dinner and take-out available. Valet parking. Visit us at
www.originalmarketpgh.com or call 1-877-328-3474.
**Closed every last Monday**
THE ORIGINAL OYSTER HOUSE — 20 Market Square
(Downtown), Pittsburgh, 412-566-7925. Pittsburgh’s
Famous Fish Sandwich and other delicious seafood.
Mon.-Sat. 10:00 AM-10:00 PM. This Pittsburgh tradition
also offers award-winning Maryland style crab cakes
and delicious New England Clam Chowder.
www.originaloysterhousepittsburgh.com
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OSTERIA 2350 — 2350 Railroad St. (Strip District),
Pittsburgh, 412-281-6595. Sister property and adjacent
to Cioppino. Dine in a casual atmosphere. FRESH
pasta, sandwiches, salads, and pizza. Wine by the glass
and Belgian and other beers. Open Mon.-Sat. 11:00
AM - 9:00 PM. www.osteria2350.com
PENN CITY GRILLE — 1000 Penn Avenue (downtown
at the Westin Convention Center Hotel), Pittsburgh,
412-560-6394. An a la carte menu in this newly renovated restaurant on the 2nd floor of the hotel. Featuring
well balanced and healthy lifestyle entrées. Serving
freshly brewed Starbucks Coffee. Open Mon.-Fri. 6:30
AM-11:00 AM and Sat. & Sun. 6:30 AM-2:00 PM.
PITTSBURGH RARE — 7 Station Square Drive (Located
in the lobby of the Sheraton Station Square Hotel),
Pittsburgh, 412-803-3824. A dining experience where
you will find great steak. Seafood and chicken also
available. All done with exceptional flare in a
relaxing atmosphere. Elegant but not formal. Dine
along the water’s edge with an incredible view of the
city’s skyline that’s just as extraordinary as the steaks.
Open 7 days. Convenient parking. Breakfast, lunch,
and dinner service. wwwpittsburghrare.com
SAGA Hibachi Steakhouse — Three locations.
Monroeville Mall, 145 Mall Circle Dr., Monroeville,
412-372-8888; Settlers Ridge-Robinson, 1040 Settlers
Ridge Center Dr. (Robinson Twp.), Pittsburgh, 412-7888868; 20006 Route 19, Oak Tree Place, Cranberry
Twp., 412-778-9948. Steaks • Seafood • Sushi Bar •
Tableside Cooking. Full Service Cocktail Lounge.
Open 7 days daily.
Call for Reservations.
www.sagahibachi.com
Where It’s Oktoberfest Every Day!!
...it’s wunderbar!
HOFBRÄUHAUS
PITTSBURGH
Featuring Genuine
Bavarian Cuisine,
American Favorites,
and fresh brewed
Hofbräuhaus Biers
South Side • 2705 S Water St • Pittsburgh, PA 15203
412-224-2328 • www.hofbrauhauspittsburgh.com
SAVOY — 2623 Penn Ave. (Strip District), Pittsburgh,
412-281-0660. NEW, upscale, and swanky. Part bar
and part restaurant. Prepare to enjoy premiere dining.
www.savoypgh.com
SESAME INN — The Shops at Station Square, Pittsburgh.
412-281-8282; Mt. Lebanon, 715 Washington Rd.,
412-341-2555; North Hills, 711 Browns Ln., 412-3661838; McMurray, 2975 Washington Rd., 724-9422888. Lunch and dinner daily. Quality Asian cuisine.
www.sesameinn.net
SHARP EDGE BELGIAN BEER RESTAURANTS — BISTRO
— 922 Penn Ave. (Downtown), Pittsburgh, 412-338-2437;
BEER EMPORIUM – 302 South St. Clair St. (just off Baum
Blvd. in East Liberty), Pittsburgh, 412-661-3537; CREEKHOUSE – 288 W. Steuben St. (Rt. 60 at Thornburg Bridge
in Crafton), Pittsburgh, 412-922-8118; BISTRO – 510
Beaver St. (rear), Sewickley, 412-749-0305; BRASSERIE –
Peters Town Center, Rt. 19 South, McMurray, 724-9422437. An absolute beer lovers delight, but also known
for good lunch specials.
THE SPAGHETTI WAREHOUSE — 2601 Smallman St.
(Strip District), Pittsburgh. 412-261-6511. Unbeatable
friendly service. Family friendly, family affordable.
Large groups always welcome. Plenty of FREE parking.
Generous portions of great Italian food. The unique
million dollar Americana atmosphere is unmatched.
Home of the incredible 15 Layer Baked Meat Lasagna.
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Dining
Open Sun.-Thu. 11:00 AM-10:00 PM, Fri. & Sat.
11:00 AM-11:00 PM.
The Spaghetti Warehouse in the Strip
STEELHEAD BRASSERIE & WINE BAR — 112
Washington Place (Pittsburgh Marriott City CenterDowntown), Pittsburgh, 412-FYI-FISH (394-3474). An
exciting restaurant that has steelhead salmon flown in
daily from the Pacific Northwest. An extensive menu
of fresh seafood and prime beef. Serving lunch and
dinner daily. www.thesteelhead.com
SUSHI KIM — 1241 Penn Avenue (Strip District),
Pittsburgh, 412-281-9956. Enjoy authentic Korean
Cuisine and exquisite Sushi Bar. Newly remodeled
with private dining available. Lunch & dinner Tue.Sun. Closed every last Mon. www.sushikim.com
THE TERRACE — Omni William Penn Hotel on Mellon
Sq. (Downtown), Pittsburgh, 412-553-5235. Featuring
regional cuisine as well as traditional Pittsburgh favorites.
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Mon.-Sat. Plated Brunch
Sunday 6:30 AM-2:00 PM.
THREE RIVERS RESTAURANT — Wyndham Grand
Pittsburgh Downtown, 412-391-4600. Enjoy a fantastic meal in beautiful surroundings. Open daily for
breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Visit Rivers Lounge to
watch your favorite team and a game. Enjoy creative
appetizers and specialty drinks. Both the restaurant and
lounge are great places to meet friends or business associates because this is your town and this is your hotel.
THE WOODEN NICKEL RESTAURANT & LOUNGE —
4006 Berger Lane (behind PETCO off Stroschein Road),
Monroeville, 412-372-9750. Stop by for a quality dining experience and enjoy the food, service, and ambience. www.thewoodennickelrestaurant.com
YA FEI CHINESE RESTAURANT — 1980 Park Manor
Blvd. at Robinson Town Centre, Pittsburgh, 412-7889388. Chinese • Pacific Rim • Sushi • Cocktails
served. Open 7 days and convenient to Airport Hotels.
Take-out and delivery available too!
www.yafeirestaurant.com
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PITTsBurGH PenGuIns
Home schedule
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DALLAS
COLORADO
NY ISLANDERS
ST. LOUIS
OTTAWA
7:00
7:00
7:00
7:00
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PM
PM
Courtesy Steelers/Danielle Hudak
Fri. Nov.
Tue. Nov.
Mon. Nov.
Wed. Nov.
Fri. Nov.
HOME GAMES PLAYED AT
CONSOL ENERGY CENTER
TICKETS/INFORMATION
412-642-1800 or 1-800-745-3000
Troy Polamalu
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HOME GAMES PLAYED AT
HEINZ FIELD
INFORMATION 412-323-1200
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Fri. Nov.
Sun. Nov.
Wed. Nov.
Tue. Nov.
Fri. Nov.
Sun. Nov.
Wed. Nov.
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ALBANY
TBA
RIDER
TBA
LONG BEACH STATE
TBA
LA SALLE
TBA
@ Penn
TBA
ROBERT MORRIS
TBA
@ Duquesne
7:00 PM
HOME GAMES IN CAPS
HOME GAMES PLAYED AT
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TICKETS/INFORMATION 412-648-8300
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schedule
Nov. 5
Nov. 12
Nov. 25
Dec. 3
CINCINNATI
@ Louisville
@ West Virginia
SYRACUSE
1:00 PM
1:00 PM
1:00 PM
Noon
HOME GAMES PLAYED AT
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Schedule
PITTSBURGH STEELERS
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Sun.
Sep. 11
@ Baltimore
L
35-7
Sun.
Sun.
Sep. 18
SEATTLE
W
24-0
Sep. 25
@ Indianapolis
W 23-20
Sun.
Oct.
2
@ Houston
L 17-10
Sun.
Oct.
9
TENNESSEE
W 38-17
Sun.
Oct. 16
JACKSONVILLE
W 17-13
Sun.
Oct. 23
@ Arizona
4:05 PM
Sun.
Oct. 30
NEW ENGLAND
4:15 PM
Sun.
Nov.
BALTIMORE
8:20 PM
Sun.
Nov. 13
@ Cincinnati
1:00 PM
Sun.
Nov. 20
BYE WEEK
Sun.
Nov. 27
@ Kansas City
8:20 PM
Sun.
Dec.
4
CINCINNATI
1:00 PM
Thu.
Dec.
8
6
Mon. Dec. 19
CLEVELAND
8:20 PM
@ San Francisco
8:30 PM
Sat.
Dec. 24
ST. LOUIS
1:00 PM
Sun.
Jan.
@ Cleveland
1:00 PM
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Attractions
ALLEGHENY COUNTY COURTHOUSE, Forbes Ave &
Grant St. (Downtown), 412-355-5410. Famed architect
Henry Hobson Richardson considered this handsome
19th-century courthouse to be his finest work. Open
Mon.-Fri., 8:30 AM-4:30 PM.
rangle at Bigelow Blvd., 5th Ave., Bellefield Ave., and
Forbes Ave. The 42-story truncated Gothic stone tower
is the only skyscraper college building in the nation.
The first floor has 20 NATIONALITY CLASSROOMS
that are representative of Pittsburgh’s ethnic heritage.
THE ANDY WARHOL MUSEUM, 117 Sandusky St.
(North Side), 412-237-8300. Seven floors of Warhol’s
paintings, drawings, sculpture, and archives. Daily
films, special exhibitions, shopping, and restaurant.
CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF PITTSBURGH, 10
Children’s Way (North Side), 412-322-5058. Take off
on fantastic flights of the imagination at the new
Museum! Slide down a bowling alley, build and
launch a boat, use real tools in the Workshop, ink
your own silkscreen, catch words that fall from the
sky, and more. Grab a healthy meal or snack at the
Cafe. Hours: Mon.-Sat. 10:00 AM-5:00 PM, Sun.
noon-5:00 PM. www.pittsburghkids.org
The Andy Warhol Museum
Hands on at Children’s Museum
BENEDUM CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS,
7th St. (Downtown), 412-456-2600. The renovated
1920’s movie palace that is now home to the PITTSBURGH BALLET, PITTSBURGH OPERA, CIVIC LIGHT
OPERA, and DANCE COUNCIL.
CONSOL ENERGY CENTER, 1001 Fifth Ave.
(Downtown), 412-642-1800. The arena, opened in
2010, is the home of Pittsburgh Penguins hockey. Seats
up to 18,087 in honor of Sidney Crosby’s number 87.
CARNEGIE MUSEUMS OF ART AND NATURAL HISTORY, 4400 Forbes Ave. (Oakland), 412-622-3131.
Eminent cultural center featuring a museum of art,
museum of natural history, and music hall. Tue.-Sat.
10:00 AM-5:00 PM, Sun. 1:00 PM-5:00 PM.
THE CARNEGIE SCIENCE CENTER, One Allegheny
Avenue (North Side), 412-237-3400. The Science
Center features more than 250 hands-on exhibits, a
World War II submarine, an interactive planetarium,
and OMNIMAX® theater. Open Sun.-Fri. 10:00 AM5:00 PM, Sat. till 7:00 PM.
DUQUESNE INCLINE, between 1220 Grandview Ave.
and Carson St., 412-381-1665. This historic incline car
climbs Mount Washington to a spectacular view of the
downtown skyline. Up top, enjoy a stroll or dine in a
nearby restaurant. Built in 1877, the incline is located
near the southern end of the Ft. Pitt Bridge on West
Carson St. (parking across from the waiting room).
FALLINGWATER, P.O. Box R, Mill Run, PA., 724-3298501. The Frank Lloyd Wright masterpiece. Visit the
world famous “house on a waterfall” in the beautiful
Laurel Highlands of Pennsylvania. Only 1 1/2 hours
from Pittsburgh and just off the PA Turnpike. Open
April-November. Reservations urged.
Carnegie Science Center
CATHEDRAL OF LEARNING, the University of Pittsburgh
(Oakland), 412-624-6000. Located on a 14-acre quad36 Pittsburgh Point
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Attractions
Indian War, Harmony’s 1804 founding by German
Separatists organized as the communal Harmony
Society, 1815 Mennonite resettlement, fine 19th century Charles Flowers longrifles, and more. Guided tours
1:00-4:00 PM daily except Mondays.
FIFTH AVENUE PLACE, between Liberty & Penn Ave.
(Downtown), 412-456-7800. The 31-story structure
with the pyramidal cap and outstanding mast has a
shopping and dining area called THE ARCADE SHOPS.
HEINZ FIELD, 100 Art Rooney Avenue (Downtown–
North Side), 412-323-1200. Home to the Pittsburgh
Steelers and Pitt Panthers. This 65,000-seat stadium
features an open end at the south end zone, which is
accented by two towers and a plaza area providing vistas of the Point and Downtown.
FORT LIGONIER, 200 South Market St., Ligonier,
724-238-9701. Explore this remarkable 18th century
British fort and museum. See George Washington’s
saddle pistols as well as the unique archeological collection. Open April 15 - November 15. Located in
Pennsylvania’s Laurel Highlands region, just 50 miles
east of Pittsburgh.
Heinz Field
HEINZ HALL FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, 600 Penn
Ave. (Downtown), 412-392-4900. Home to the PITTSBURGH SYMPHONY. Tours, 412-392-4800.
Fort Ligonier
THE FRICK ART & HISTORICAL CENTER is located
on 5.5 elegantly landscaped acres at 7277 Reynolds
St. at S. Homewood in Point Breeze, 412-371-0600.
The site includes Clayton, the magnificently restored
Gilded Age residence of industrialist Henry Clay
Frick, The Frick Art Museum, Car and Carriage
Museum, The Cafe at the Frick, Museum Shop, and
Greenhouse. Open Tue.-Sun. 10:00 AM-5:00 PM.
Closed Mondays and major holidays. Reservations
are necessary to tour Clayton.
HEINZ MEMORIAL CHAPEL, University of Pittsburgh,
Forbes Ave. (Oakland), 412-624-4157. An interfaith
chapel in French Gothic style, the Heinz is often compared to Saint Chapelle in Paris. The stained-glass windows depict religious and historical figures.
Photo: Courtesy VisitPittsburgh
SENATOR JOHN HEINZ PITTSBURGH REGIONAL
HISTORY CENTER, 1212 Smallman St. (Strip District Downtown), 412-454-6000. A splendid 160,000
square-foot museum and research facility devoted to
the history of Western Pennsylvania. Open 10-5 daily.
JUST DUCKY TOURS, The Shops at Station Square
(Station Square), 412-402-DUCK(3825). It’s a boat! It’s
a truck! It’s a duck! See Pittsburgh by land and water in
the same vehicle. Just Ducky Tours operates daily from
April through October and weekends in November.
Narrated tours are approximately one hour.
Frick Art Museum
GATEWAY CLIPPER FLEET, 350 West Station Square
Drive (Station Square), 412-355-7980. Five fabulous
riverboats sail the three rivers year ‘round for a unique
dining, dancing, and sightseeing experience.
HARMONY MUSEUM, Harmony, Butler County, 724452-7341. Exhibits on Native Americans, George
Washington’s 1753 mission that precipitated French &
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Just Ducky Tours
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Attractions
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MARKET SQUARE, Market St. & Forbes Ave. (Downtown). Once the farmer’s market center, it is now a public square surrounded by restaurants, night spots, shops,
and stores. Also, the site of the 40-story PPG Place Tower.
Phipps Conservatory & Botanical Gardens
9:30 AM-5:00 PM, and until 10:00 PM on Fridays. Visit
www.phipps.conservatory.org for more information.
PHOTO ANTIQUITIES, 531 E. Ohio St. (North Side),
412-231-7881. The Museum of Photographic History
with photographs and equipment from 1839-1939.
Celebrating Pittsburgh’s 250th Anniversary with unique
vintage photogrpahs of Pittsburgh. Open Mon.-Sat.
10:00 AM- 4:00 PM. Closed Tue. and Sun.
Market Square & Fifth Avenue Place
MT. WASHINGTON (GRANDVIEW AVENUE VIEW). A
panoramic view of the Golden Triangle from overlooks
and walkways. It is one of the most dazzling sights to be
found anywhere, especially at sunset or night.
NATIONAL AVIARY, Allegheny Commons West (North
Side), 412-323-7235 or www.aviary.org. Home to
about 600 exotic and endangered birds, including bald
eagles, flamingoes, and parrots. Open everyday of the
year (except Christmas) from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Group tours and facility rentals available.
Pittsburgh circa 1896
PITTSBURGH ZOO & AQUARIUM, Highland Park
(East End), 412-665-3640. More than $22-million has
been spent in total restoration for one of the finest zoo
and aquarium combinations in the country.
PNC PARK, 115 Federal St. (Downtown–North Side),
412-321-BUCS. This 38,127-seat stadium provides
intimate views of the field and is home to the
Pittsburgh Pirates. The park provides a dramatic
sweeping view of downtown Pittsburgh. The Allegheny
Scarlet Ibis at the National Aviary
ONE OXFORD CENTRE, Grant & 4th Ave. (Downtown),
412-391-5300. This prestigious 45-story office tower
rises above a stunning glass atrium that’s filled with an
exciting collection of fine shops and restaurants.
PHIPPS CONSERVATORY & BOTANICAL GARDENS,
Schenley Park (Oakland-University area), 412-6226914. Come wonder! The 14-room Victorian
glasshouse features lush tropical palms, orchids, ferns,
desert plants, seasonal flower exhibits, a summer butterfly exhibit, a tropical forest conservatory, beautiful
outdoor gardens, a café and gift shop. Open Mon.-Sun.,
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PNC Park
River and Roberto Clemente (6th Street) Bridge also
provide prominent landmarks in the ballpark vista.
SHOPS AT STATION SQUARE, BESSEMER COURT,
and docking for the GATEWAY CLIPPER FLEET.
POINT STATE PARK, 36 acres at the confluence of the
Allegheny, Monongahela, and Ohio Rivers, commemorates the planting of Anglo-Saxon civilization on the
American frontier in 1754.
A computer-controlled fountain in the park, fed by a
fourth “unknown” river, is a focal point of the Golden
Triangle. The water, as pure as a mountain stream, is
accented by 24 white and gold lights and reaches
heights of more than 150 feet.
Also located at the park is the BLOCKHOUSE, built
in 1764, 412-471-1764; and FT. PITT MUSEUM, which
focuses on the early history of Western Pennsylvania
and the French and Indian War period, 412-281-9284.
TRINITY CATHEDRAL, 6th Ave. (Downtown), 412-2326404. A more than 120-year-old Gothic church with
magnificent stained glass windows. Located on the site
of an 18th-century burial ground which contained the
grave of Red Pole, a Shawnee Indian chief who died at
Ft. Pitt in 1797. Free tours Sunday at 11:30 AM; other tours
available. Book Store open from 10:00 AM-3:00 PM and
a Lunch Room is open Mon.-Fri. 11:00 AM-2:00 PM.
PPG PLACE, near Market Square (Downtown), 412434-1900, www.ppgplace.com. A majestic glass and
steel, six-building complex that includes a 41-story skyscraper, an indoor Wintergarden, and a one-acre outdoor Plaza. The Plaza is a tranquil seating area in the
warm weather months with tables and plants surrounding a unique water feature. In the winter months, The
Plaza is transformed into The Rink, a spectacular oneof-a-kind outdoor ice skating rink. The complex also
includes dining, unique eateries, and shopping.
STATION SQUARE, Smithfield & Carson Sts. (Downtown-South Side), 412-281-3145. A must for any visitor
to Pittsburgh. Located across the Monongahela River
from the Golden Triangle at the end of the Smithfield St.
Bridge. Area includes the GRAND CONCOURSE
RESTAURANT in the LANDMARKS BUILDING, THE
Trinity Cathedral
U.S. STEEL TOWER, 600 Grant St. (Downtown). Shaped
in the form of a triangle and 64 stories high, it is one of
the world’s most spectacular skyscrapers. This 841 foot
structure has 64 floors of approximately one acre each.
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November
DINOSAURS IN THEIR TIME—T. REX RETURNS
Carnegie Museum of Natural History, Oakland
ongoing
412-622-3131
Tyrannosaurus Rex returns to the museum, but it is not
alone. In one of the most dramatic paleontological displays ever constructed, Carnegie Museum of Natural
History’s original T. Rex is joined by a second T. Rex,
and the two are frozen in a confrontation over the
remains of an Edmontosaurus, a plant-eating dinosaur.
PENGUIN PREMIERE SHOW
National Aviary, North Side
ongoing
412-323-7235
Meet one of the Aviary’s four African Penguins! Daily at
1:00 PM Free with general admission. www.aviary.org
RAPTOR ENCOUNTER
National Aviary, North Side
ongoing
412-323-7235
Meet one of the Aviary’s exciting raptors or owls, from
the favorite Snowy Owl to a regal red-tailed hawk.
Daily at 10:30 AM. Free with general admission.
HUBBLE
Carnegie Science Center, North Side
ongoing
412-237-3400
Narrated by Leonardo DiCaprio, this film offers an inspiring and unique look into Hubble’s legacy and highlight
its profound impact on the way we view the Universe.
DOLPHINS
Carnegie Science Center, North Side
ongoing
412-237-3400
Prepare for the greatest underwater adventure of your
life as you swim alongside some of the most graceful
and extraordinary creatures on Earth-wild dolphins! An
amazing underwater adventure.
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Apartment Finder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Blush . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Bombay Food Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Cheerleaders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
The Church Brew Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Cioppino . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
CLO Caberet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Club Erotica . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
The Coin Exchange . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Fallingwater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Fat Head’s South Shore Saloon . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Giovanni’s Pizza & Pasta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Grand Concourse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Green Forest Churrascaria . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Hofbräuhaus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Holiday Inn Express & Suites . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Hooters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
India Garden Monroeville . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
India Garden Oakland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Mallorca Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
The Original Oyster House . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
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Pro Sports for Kids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Pro Sports Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
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Savoy Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
The Sharp Edge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Spaghetti Warehouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Sports Deli . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
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ANIMALOPOLIS
Carnegie Science Center, North Side
ongoing
412-237-3400
Animalopolis is a roaring-good time for children ages 8
and under and for all who are young at heart. SeussianStyle narration puts the perfect finishing touch on this
magical journey into the animal kingdom.
GLASS: SHATTERING NOTIONS
Senator John Heinz History Center, Downtown
ongoing
412-454-6000
Before it was known for steel, Pittsburgh was America’s
Glass City. Pittsburgh-produced glass has been used in
fine tableware for five U.S. presidents, as tiles for the
walls of New York City’s great tunnels, and in searchlights at the Panama Canal.
HENRY BUHL, JR PLANETARIUM
Carnegie Science Center, North Side
ongoing
412-237-3400
Catapult into space in the Henry Buhl, Jr. Planetarium
and travel from the Solar System to the outer reaches of
the galaxy and beyond.
FALL FLOWER SHOW
Phipps Conservatory, Oakland
Eli Tokash & Tom Atkins | Photo: Harry Giglio
½ Price
Tickets for
kids 3-14!
through early November
412-622-6914
Phipps celebrates the splendor of autumn with a
colorful indoor flower display at the Schenley Park
conservatory. Call for more information on this popular fall display. www.phippsconservatory.org
THREE RIVERS FILM FESTIVAL
Downtown Pittsburgh, Oakland, Regent Square
November 4-19
412-681-5449
Exciting two-week celebration features over 40 films
and is the region’s premier film festival. www.3rff.com
LIGHT UP NIGHT
Downtown
November 18
412-566-4190
The city's dramatic skyline is the backdrop for an
evening of holiday activities, culminating in a spectacular fireworks display. Light Up Night features live
entertainment, strolling carolers, tree lighting ceremonies, and the unveiling of the holiday window displays.
14th ANNUAL GREATER PITTSBURGH ARTS
& CRAFTS HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR
Monroeville Convention Center, Monroeville
November 18-20
724-863-4577
This annual show features over 250 booths of artists,
craftspeople, and food vendors from 14 states. Bring
the kids to see Santa.
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