Sunday is Mother’s Day, a gentle reminder from the Very Local team to call/email/text your mom on Sunday. This week, we have a story about a new book on motherhood and a story about how a chance meeting reunited a New Kensington woman with her mother’s wedding dress from 1937. If you are missing your happy hour friends, you can join the Pittsburgh Fine Drinking society for one of their weekly happy hours.
MOTHERHOOD: A serious, intellectual take on the women’s experience
Pittsburgh author Sarah Menkedick, whose work can be found in The New York Times and Washington Post, has a new book on motherhood. We chat with Sarah about her journey to Pittsburgh and motherhood.
CHEERS TO THE ARTIST: Paul Roden collaborates with Cinderlands
We chatted with Paul Roden — the man behind the cans at Cinderlands Beer Co. Roden’s stunning visuals and artwork adorn the brewery’s two Pittsburgh locations AND many of the carry-out cans we’re enjoying right now.
A WEEKLY TRADITION: Lou Kroeck and the Pittsburgh Happy Hour
Since 2011, the Pittsburgh Fine Drinking Society has met every Thursday for happy hour. They are still meeting for happy hour every Thursday — virtually, of course. Even if you aren’t a fan of happy hour, we think you will like hearing about how Lou Kroeck loves Pittsburgh.
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HEARTWARMING SURPRISE: Reuniting with her mother’s wedding dress
After stumbling upon a box in a New Kensington attic, Rich Condon reunited a fragile wedding dress from 1937 with the bride’s living daughter. An incredible story of chance encounters and emotional reunions.
Small Business Shoutout — Let’s get Professional!
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➡️ Change doesn’t have to be hard. Coach Monique first began using meditation, relaxation training, and thought-awareness exercises for her own personal use 15 years ago and is offering online programs for anxiety, depression, confidence and relationships.
➡️ Looking for a job? Market Source Network LLC is a Pittsburgh business that specializes in recruiting and job placement. If you are looking for a job or a career change contact Market Source for free resume consulting.
Know of a small business that needs a shoutout? Let us know here.
