MAY DAY: This weekend is the annual Pittonkatonk celebration in Schenley Park. We’ve got the scoop on the psychedelic cumbia band Los Mirlos, who will be kicking off their first-ever U.S. tour and some of the partnerships that Pittonkatonk has forged with Pittsburgh community groups leading up the festival.
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DRINK: The old Spaghetti Warehouse is now the CInderlands Warehouse. Take a tour of the massive buildout (Cinderlands Warehouse can seat ~300 people) and plan to spend part of your weekend on the second-floor patio of Pittsburgh’s newest brewery. Our pick: the unfiltered pilsner. Or, as they lovingly call it: Dad Beer.
MOTHER’S DAY: Did you forget about Mom? Not a problem. We’ve put together a list of all the Mother’s Day events. From beer tours to “momosas,” flower arranging, and a special Mother’s Day drag brunch.
But wait, there is more! Here are some of our top picks for the best way to spend your time this week…
Friday // May 10
BIRTHDAY – Bicentennial Community Celebration @ East Liberty Presbyterian Church
Learn more about the history of the congregation and take a tour of this church that was designed by architect Ralph Adams Cram.
Saturday // May 11
PARTY – Pittonkatonk May Day BBQ @ Vietnam Veterans Pavilion
A big, free, festival of brass bands and a big BBQ in the park.
Sunday // May 12
Happy Mother’s Day
SHOP – The Neighborhood Flea Mother’s Day @ 26th & Smallman Street in the Strip
Celebrate mom at this monthly pop-up flea market.
Monday // May 13
DRINK – Lime Zesting Party @ Maggie’s Farm Rum
Sip a cocktail while you help zest limes for Maggies.
Tuesday // May 14
GET INVOLVED – Foster Curious: Foster Care Info Session @ East End Brewing
The founder of East End Brewing, who is also a foster parent, is holding an info session at the brewery. Learn more about how you can help provide care for kids from Auberle.
Wednesday // May 15
BOOKS – “100 Things To Do In Pittsburgh Before You Die” Book Launch Party @ Alloy 26
Make sure you’ve covered all of the best things to do in Pittsburgh by picking up a copy of the newest ‘Burgh bucket list book.
Thursday // May 16
FOOD – Pizza Class @ Enrico Biscotti Co.
Start with a family-style dinner then step into the kitchen and learn to make Neapolitan-style pizza.
