Someday, I will be able to post one of these without having to make corrections after the fact. Today is not that day. Repeat after me.....NORTH Oakland. I say SOUTH Oakland several times in the video, yet I was not.even.close. Sorry Charlie.
Here's what I talk about in this episode:
Yes Virginia, Pittsburgh IS one of the top 20 places to visit in the world. (And, that has to rate as one of the best photos of the 'Burgh I have seen. Ever.)
If you Dream it, it will happen. And you'll win $100K
We just wrapped up shooting the next installment of our series on the Manchester Bidwell Corporation for 'Burgh Watching. I actually got to throw some pottery, and it didn't all end in tears thanks to the teaching skills of Dave Deily, Youth and Arts Program Director. Well, it ended in a lopsided dog dish actually. These photos show the work of those far more talented than I; both the students and visiting artists in the Ceramics department. The episode will be posted soon! Stay tuned!
If you haven't purchased your tickets to at least some of the exciting events happening over the next two weeks as part of the VIA New Music and Media Festival, then hurry over to their website before they disappear! There are a mind-boggling number of internationally known acts coming to town as part of the festivities, and VIA, only in its second year, was recently named one of the ten best music festivals in the country!
The gang behind VIA is a humble one, and I feel very lucky that they sat down with me several months ago to talk about the upcoming events. In case you missed it the first time around, here's our chat.....
Every year, the South Side Slopes Neighborhood Association hosts the popular Step Trek. A vigorous historical walking tour navigating one of the Slopes most unique features; over 2700 steps that wind through the neighborhood. Now in its 11th year, the event features different routes, allowing the trekkers to customize the experience. The infamous "Black Route", the most breathtaking (literally) of the treks, has added a leg to its tour, taking the walker through a little known section of the Slopes called "the hollow". All of the routes provide the participant with the famous unobstructed views that many residents of the Slopes get to enjoy on a daily basis.
Oh wait, if you visit Facebook Page (and become a fan if you aren't already of course!), you will find instructions on how to get a code for a free ticket!! That's right folks......FREE!!!! I only have 4 available, and they will go to the first four people I receive responses from, so don't dally...
Since we're being so nice and all, you should be sure to stop by our listing at 40 Hartford Street, which will be open from 12-4PM the day of the event. Here's a little sneak peek.....
