Lindsay Patross

Pittsburgh born and raised, Lindsay has been writing about the people who love Pittsburgh since 2008.

This Weekend: 15 years & 15 beers, Holiday Markets & Yinzer Yuletide

By Lindsay Patross / December 12, 2019

This week we’re celebrating good beer and talking to brewers in Pittsburgh. We’ve also got all the details on the last few holiday markets and all of the holiday performances. 

Lauren Hughes Penn Brewery

The Slaw 06: Lauren Hughes, Assistant Head Brewer @ Penn Brewery

By Lindsay Patross / December 10, 2019

In this episode of The Slaw: Staying on top of Pittsburgh, we talk to Lauren Hughes, who is the assistant head brewer at Penn Brewery about beer, women in the Pittsburgh brewing industry and dive bars.

schitt's creek drag show

This weekend: 7 holiday markets, Santarchy & Schitt’s Creek Drag Show

By Lindsay Patross / December 5, 2019

This weekend is peak holiday in Pittsburgh. We’ve got the scoop on The Holiday House, a new pop-up above Market Street Grocery. There are 7 holiday markets happening around town this weekend. In addition to Santarchy you can celebrate the season with a Schitt’s Creek drag show and A Christmas Story pop-up.

Pittsburgh Boden Sample Sale

The Pittsburgh Boden Sample Sale is Back! December 7

By Lindsay Patross / December 4, 2019

Get the details on the Pittsburgh Boden Sample Sale and learn how to get a $5 coupon to use at the sale!

The Slaw 05: Slow Fashion with Jessa Gibboney

By Lindsay Patross / December 3, 2019

In this episode of The Slaw: Staying on top of Pittsburgh, we talk to Jessa Gibboney about slow fashion in Pittsburgh. Jessa is a Very Local contributor who writes about small business and has profiled several local vintage shops for Very Local. For our collaboration of the week, we spotlight the monthly Pittsburgh Record Night. We’ve got the details on what to drink and how to stay warm at Grist House’s Fire Fest.

Lumaze Pittsburgh

Know before you go: Lumaze Christmas Lights in the Strip District

By Lindsay Patross / December 3, 2019

Is a visit to Lumaze worth the trip? We’ve got all the details on tickets, parking, who should go and where to grab a beer before or after your visit. 

Pittsburgh Zoo Free

The Pittsburgh Zoo is FREE this weekend (Saturday 11/30 & Sunday 12/1)

By Lindsay Patross / November 29, 2019

Looking for something to do this weekend? Bring the entire family to the Pittsburgh Zoo for free.

Thanksgiving Pittsburgh

This weekend: Thanksgiving beers, Chrismakkuh Galley & Bar Botanico

By Lindsay Patross / November 27, 2019

Everything you need to know to survive Thanksgiving in Pittsburgh this week. Headed out of town? Download our podcast and take Very Local on the road with you. 

Chrismukkah Galley in Bakery Square

Take a Look Inside Chrismukkah Galley – A Popup Bar in Bakery Square

By Lindsay Patross / November 22, 2019

Chrismukkah Galley in Bakery Square plans to donate 50% of all proceeds to Tree of Life and East Liberty Presbyterian Church. You can visit the pop-up until December 30.

Light Up Night

This Weekend in Pittsburgh: Oakmont Brewery Beer, Shop Dogs, 3 New Cocktail Spots & Civil War Sites

By Lindsay Patross / November 21, 2019

Headed to Light Up Night? We’ve got the details on two new spots to sip a cocktail downtown. Say hello to the shop dogs of Pittsburgh. Inner Groove Brewing is collaborating with Oakmont bakery on a holiday beer. Learn about the Civil War sites in your neighborhood. And, Monday is Taco Night at Cinderland’s Warehouse.