Lindsay Patross

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

This weekend in Pittsburgh: Braddock & Bubble Boy The Musical

By Lindsay Patross / September 5, 2019

Join us at the Brew Gentlemen on Saturday for a very local sandwich inspired by Braddock. Check out Bubble Boy on the big stage and burger night at OTB North Park.

Things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: Labor Day Weekend

By Lindsay Patross / August 29, 2019

Celebrate Labor Day with the largest Labor Day parade and a doggie dip in the Dormont pool. We’ve also got a beer inspired by the moon and a look at the Black Cat Market in Lawrenceville.

Pittsburgh Labor Day Parade

Pittsburgh Labor Day Parade: Will we see any presidential candidates marching through Downtown on Monday morning? 

By Lindsay Patross / August 29, 2019

The Pittsburgh Labor Day parade is one of the largest in the country and often includes some national politicians or candidates.

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Fri 8/30 CreativeMornings w/Summer Lee @ City of Asylum

By Lindsay Patross / August 29, 2019

State Representative Summer Lee will speak on the topic “justice” at the August CreativeMornings Pittsburgh on Friday.

Brew Gentlemen Hosts a Free Community “Garden Party” on Labor Day Weekend

By Lindsay Patross / August 26, 2019

Check out Garden Party at BG Open Air (located behind Brew Gentlemen). It’s free to attend, beers are available for $5 and the food selection is stellar.

Inside The Shop: Farouki Farouki

By Lindsay Patross / August 26, 2019

Meet a local architectural duo who are building their lives and careers to create places in New Orleans with the inspiration of a coworking space like no other.

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By Lindsay Patross / August 26, 2019

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This Week(end): Shadyside Arts Festival, Kayak Pop-Up in Elizabeth & Brunch with Hitchhiker

By Lindsay Patross / August 22, 2019

We grabbed a banh mi with Pens announcer Josh Getzoff, we’ve got a guide to every comic book store in town and a #PGHprotip on where to find Dole Whip just “minutes from the mall.”

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This Week(end): Public Art Walk for Pups, Urban Hike for Humans, Thrift Store Day 

By Lindsay Patross / August 15, 2019

What to drink (You Are Here: East Liberty), where to eat (Fet Fisk, Farmer x Baker) and all the things you need to know (Duquesne Incline Museum, Flea-tique, Puppet Slam) to get you through the next week(end) in Pittsburgh. 

Pittsburgh Thrift Stores

Three local thrifters share their favorite Pittsburgh thrift stores

By Lindsay Patross / August 15, 2019

We caught up with three local shoppers who share their thrift scores on IG and asked for their favorite Pittsburgh thrift stores.