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NIGEL HALL BAND • COUNTDOWN TO MIDNIGHT • FUTURE OF PITTSBURGH BALL • DANCE MAGIC • MUSIC • VISUAL ART • PARADE • FIRE & ICE PLAZA • COMEDY • KIDS’ ACTIVITIES
FULL LINEUP ANNOUNCEMENT DECEMBER 6
2017
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 31
PITTSBURGH’S
NEW YEAR’S EVE
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* Calendar will feature members of the Pittsburgh Penguins® organization with some adoptable animals from the Animal Rescue League Shelter Center er and Wildlife Cent ter and Western PA Humane Society. Calendars will be available and ship end of November. Just visit our website at www.animalrescue.org/penscalendar or contact Ann Yeager at 412-345-0346 or ayeager@animalrescue.org.
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* Plus shipping and handling.
Proceeds from the calendar benefit the Animal Rescue League Shelter and Wildlife Center and Western PA Humane Society.
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S HOP EST. 1990
4000 Fifth Avenue • 412.648.1455 www.PittUniversityStore.com
3939 Forbes Ave • 412.648.2606 www.ThePittShop.com
209 Oakland Avenue • 412.648.1353 www.MaggieandStellasGifts.com
Find H oliday Gifts 4 PITTSBURGH CITY PAPER HOLIDAY GUIDE 2016
for Everyone on Your List!
IT’S THE MOST
wonderful gift of the year!
GNC Presents: The City Game
Disney on Ice Presents: Dare to Dream
WWE PPV ROADBLOCK
DEC 9 - 11, 2016
DEC 18, 2016
Harlem Globetrotters
Trans-Siberian Orchestra DEC 27, 2016
Three Rivers Classic:
DEC 29 - 30, 2016
Twenty One Pilots
Monster Jam
Casting Crowns
Atlantic 10 Championships
Eric Church
DEC 2, 2016
DEC 26, 2016
FEB 10 - 12, 2017
MAR 4, 2017
MAR 8 - 12, 2017
RMU Men’s Basketball vs. Buffalo DEC 21, 2016
JAN 27, 2017
APR 21, 2017
Give Them An Experience They Will Remember All Year Long PPGPAINTSARENA.COM Tickets available at the Dick’s Sporting Goods Box Office at ppg paints arena, Ticketmaster.com, or charge by phone at 800-745-3000. PPGPAINTSARENA
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Guide Gifts for Her ••• 8 Gifts for Kids ••• 22 Gifts for Him ••• 26 Gifts for Pets ••• 38
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Graffiti Earrings
FRICK MUSEUM STORE, Point Breeze.
thefrickpittsburgh.org
Adobe Abode Alpaca Throw TEN THOUSAND VILLAGES, Squirrel Hill.
tenthousandvillages.com
r e H r o f s t f i G Holiday Lanterns TRAX FARMS, South Hills.
traxfarms.com
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FOOD, TREATS, TOYS AND GEAR FOR ALL YOUR PETS! H
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Conservation is in our nature
Strange facts about Christmas For more than 80 years, the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy has protected, restored and beautified the region. We’ve accomplished our goals only with the help and hard work of our volunteers, the commitment of our partners and the generosity of our supporters. Together, we have conserved more than a quarter million acres of land and countless miles of waterways, planted and maintained gardens, trees and green spaces in cities and towns around the region – and preserved Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater.® To join us, learn more or donate, visit WaterLandLife.org.
1.
Santa Claus brings us gifts from the North Pole. But until 1936, it was the other way around, forcing millions to dangerously trek to the North Pole to pick up their gifts every year. Thanks FDR!
2. On average, over 100 million pounds of
eggnog are consumed each holiday season, 80 million of which are deeply regretted.
3. The North Pole is disappearing. Not really a “strange” fact, but it is horrifying.
4.
Give a Gift of Entertainment! & THE NEW CHORDETTES
the nutcracker
thursday • december 1 • 7:30PM
tuesday • december 6 • 2PM
sat • dec 10 • 2pm/7PM & sun • dec 11 • 2pm
christmas memories featuring the latshaw pops
the wall theatrical extravaganza! celebrating the 50th anniversary of Pink Floyd
cornell gunter’s coasters, the drifters & the platters “ holiday hop ”
friday • december 16 • 7:30PM
THE FOUR PREPS
thursday • january 19 • 7:30pm
kris kristofferson friday • january 27 • 8PM
Tuesday • february 14 • 8pM
friday • march 3 • 8PM
steven saturday • march 11 • 8PM
lisa lampanelli wednesday • march 29 • 7:30pm
The Palace Theatre, Greensburg 724-836-8000 • www.thepalacetheatre.org
FREE PARKING FOR EVENING & WEEKEND SHOWS
PalacePA
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Christmas Eve traditions. “If the chicken ain’t fried, it ain’t yuletide,” Bing Crosby once sang.
6.
As portrayed in popular culture, Santa Claus didn’t always have a beard. He was a goatee/ mutton chop man until the 70s.
7.
99.7% of the time, it is not Christmas. Most of the time, “not Christmas” is a safe bet.
8.
Mistletoe is poisonous to cats and dogs, but delicious to humans.
9.
Massachusetts Puritans forbade all Christmas celebrations. Breaking this rule would cost you five shillings, which today, is like … 7 shillings? Nobody knows.
10. Candy canes used to be colored entirely white,
and were actually used as canes since folks used to be much smaller. Times have truly changed.
golden dragon acrobats
seagal blues band
5. In Japan, eating KFC is a big part of many
fri & sat • january 20 & 21 • 8PM
LITTLE ANTHONY & THE IMPERIALS
Christmas wasn’t an official U.S. holiday until 1870, which is why people were always so bummed out back then.
friday • april 7 • 8PM
SUNDAY DEC 4 Noon–5 p.m. cmoa.org
HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE
OTHER EVENTS THIS WEEKEND: DEC. 2
Bring your family for a day of holiday fun & shopping!
The Café Carnegie Sneak Peek
12:30 p.m. Movie: Frozen
Enjoy festive live music, and check out unique new gift ideas from local designers. Shop for exclusive glass by Burgh-born artist Erica Friedman at our Viterra trunk show. Color with artist Rick Antolic, creator of the charming Pittsburgh: A Coloring Book. Don’t miss the annual Carnegie Trees, a cherished tradition!
DEC. 2–4 2 p.m. Color with artist Rick Antolic—all ages
Viterra Glass Trunk Show. Artist on site Fri. & Sat., Noon–5 p.m.
2 p.m. Center for Young Musicians performance
3:30 pm. The East
Museum admission is not required to shop at the CMOA Store.
Winds Saxophones performance
Free gift wrapping
3 p.m. Movie: Elf
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Gifts for Her
One-of-a-kind Hand-Embossed and Hand-Painted Necklace from Charmed by Jenn BOUTIQUE LA PASSERELLE, Downtown.
shopblp.com
Lucky Pig Shakers
TEN THOUSAND VILLAGES, Squirrel Hill.
tenthousandvillages.com
Women’s Nordic Holiday Print, University of Pittsburgh Cathedral Ornament and Pat the Pitt Garden Gnome THE UNIVERSITY STORE ON FIFTH, Oakland.
pittuniversitystore.com
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ON SALE NOW! 30ARTISTS... 300COSTUMES 20ACTS... “DAZZLING” - THE WASHINGTON POST
Gifts for Her Upcycled Exhibition Banner Tote Bags FRICK MUSEUM STORE, Point Breeze.
thefrickpittsburgh.org
THE FAMILY HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR
Efva Attling Sterling Silver Miss Butterfly Ring
HENNE JEWELERS, Shadyside.
hennejewelers.com
Swell Bottles
MAGGIE & STELLA’S CARDS & GIFTS, Oakland.
maggieandstellasgifts.com
DECEMBER 29 & 30, 2016
BENEDUM CENTER
TRUSTARTS.ORG • BOX OFFICE AT THEATER SQUARE 412-456-6666 • GROUPS 10+ TICKETS 412-471-6930
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Hilarious Pittsburgh-themed spoofs on your favorite winter classics told with Bricolage’s signature radio-style twist. With musical guests Molly Alphabet, Bob Banerjee, Jason Kendall, Anqwenique Wingfield, Nathan Zoob, and Mr. & Mrs. Claus! PITTSBURGH CITY PAPER HOLIDAY GUIDE 2016 15
Gifts for Her
EYES WIDE
SHUT
NEW YEAR’S EVE
MASKED BALL
2016’S “LAST SUPPER” a communal four course prix fixe dinner in an intimate dining room by our fireplace. 7:30pm-10pm. $65 prix fixe dinner Includes Live Jazz entertainment during dinner and a New Year’s cocktail. Reservation required- seating limited. Our main dining room will be open normal hours. No reservation required but suggested
Efva Attling Sterling Silver Sleeping Beauty Stud Earrings HENNE JEWELERS, Shadyside.
MASKED BALL PARTY
hennejewelers.com
After 9pm, DJ Pete Butta will be creating his music paradise, Abbey bar staff has the best New Year cocktails and craft beers on draft. At midnight a balloon drop and a champagne toast. Music and dancing until 2am. No reservation required.
HANGOVER BUFFET BRUNCH New Years Day “Pittsburgh Style” Favorite ethnic breakfast and “stick to your ribs” savory lunch items. $18 9am – 3:30pm. Also don’t forget our “Build-Your-Own Bloody Mary Bar”
Salt Crystal Cube Lamp
TEN THOUSAND VILLAGES,
44635 Butler Street 412.682.0200
A PITTSBURGH GROWING TRADITION FOR 150 YEARS Unique Decor • Custom Wreaths Christmas Trees • Antiques Poinsettias • Craft Beer PA Wine • Christmas Cookies & Much More! BREAKFAST & LUNCH WITH SANTA Weekends in Dec. Reservation Required
Craft Beer
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Squirrel Hill.
tenthousandvillages.com
Vegan-Leather, Color-Blocked Handbag
BOUTIQUE LA PASSERELLE, Downtown.
shopblp.com
GIVE THE GIFT OF FAMILY THIS HOLIDAY SEASON!
Pennsylvania Wine Cellar www.pawinecellar.com
Specializing in Italian, Irish, Pittsburgh, & NJ/NYC research and dual citizenship applications for Ireland and Italy.
Mention Promo Code CPHG for 10% off research services!*
Rich Venezia Genealogist Lecturer Researcher, Genealogy Roadshow (PBS) 412-339-0602 rich@richroots.net www.richroots.net
Featuring Wines from Heritage Wine Cellars Rich Roots Genealogy
THE WATERFRONT - HOMESTEAD
@RichRootsGen
*new clients only
G REAT FO R K ID S!
WE ARE ONE-OF-A-KIND ADVENTURES FOR GROUPS OF 2 TO 6 INDIVIDUALS. WE GUARANTEE FASCINATING BRAIN TEASERS AND GREAT TIME IN GENERAL. WITH QUESTBURGH, YOU WON’T BE BORED!
30 SOUTH 6TH STREET • PGH, PA 15203
Featuring Wines from Heritage Wine Cellars and Christian W. Klay Winery STATION SQUARE - PITTSBURGH
The Waterfront StationSquare HOMESTEAD 412-462-4646
PITTSBURGH 412-642-9212
W W W. Q U EST B U R G H . C O M
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Gifts for Her
IMPLANTS INVISALIGN WHITENING UTILIZE YOUR DENTAL BENEFITS BEFORE YEAR’S END
Hand-Painted Leather, Lace-Up Boot Styled with Printed Woven Textiles
NEW LOCATION
BOUTIQUE LA PASSERELLE,
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Downtown.
shopblp.com
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MYPITTSBURGHDENTAL.COM
Thank you City Paper readers for voting us one of the Best Chinese Restaurants in Pittsburgh
Hand-Crafted Sterling Silver Pins by Allison Hilton Jones
WESTMORELAND MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART, Greensburg.
thewestmoreland.org
China Palace Shadyside Featuring cuisine in the style of
Peking, Hunan, Szechuan and Mandarin
100 VEGETARIAN DISHES!
Delivery Hours
11:30 - 2 pm and 5-10pm
5440 Walnut Street, Shadyside 412-687-RICE www.chinapalace-shadyside.com 18 PITTSBURGH CITY PAPER HOLIDAY GUIDE 2016
Organic Bath and Body Care Gift Basket EAST END FOOD CO-OP, Point Breeze.
eastendfood.coop
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SHADYSIDE
5847 Ellsworth Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15232 412.362.5656
SHADYSIDE
229 S. Highland Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15206 412.661.5656
SHADYSIDE
5849 Ellsworth Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15232 412.362.6198
STRIP DISTRICT
bigburrito.com
2000 Smallman St Pittsburgh, PA 15222 412.261.6565
STRIP DISTRICT
1150 Smallman St Pittsburgh, PA 15222 412.201.5656
8 Locations madmex.com
PITTSBURGH
With full service and drop-off catering, any of the award winning big Burrito cuisines will bring your event to life. 412.361.3272 x208
■ The RAND Corporation, in Pittsburgh, is conducting a research study to learn about what children, ages 11-17, purchase at convenience stores. Participation requires one 20 minute phone/internet survey and one 90 minute visit to the RAND study center. ■ Children who complete the study will be compensated for their time and effort with $50 in gift certificates. Parking and travel compensation is provided. ■ If you are interested and want to learn more about the study, please call 412-545-3005, e-mail c-storestudy@rand.org or visit us at www.rand.org/storestudy.
Best Holiday Movies 1. The Nightmare Before Christmas Creepy, charming, beautiful.
2. Die Hard
Beats out Lethal Weapon for best 80s action holiday film.
3. Trading Places
Drunk Dan Aykroyd will always be my Santa.
4. Elf
If only for that creepy narwhal.
5. It’s A Wonderful Life
The rare suicide/holiday movie mashup.
6. A Christmas Story Duh.
7. Home Alone
Because R-rated movies, pizza and ice cream are timeless treasures.
8. Bad Santa
Gotta love that kid.
9. Krampus
There’s two sides to every story.
a spectacular variety of unique items handcrafted by over 250 local art elves SHOP | CAFÉ BISTRO | CLASSES | EXHIBITS | EVENTS 1635 McFarland Road | Pittsburgh, PA 15216 | ArtsmithsPGH.com
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10. The Hebrew Hammer
For some much needed variety.
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Otto Finn Onesie
MATTRESS FACTORY SHOP, North Side.
mfshop.org
Tipster Robot
XPLOR STORE AT CARNEGIE SCIENCE CENTER, North Shore.
carnegiesciencecenter.org
5887 FORBES AVENUE Pittsburgh, PA 15217 412-421-2909 pittsburgh.colormemine.com
301 SOUTH HILLS VILLAGE Pittsburgh, PA 15241 412-854-1074 southhills.colormemine.com
s d i K r o f Gifts Hangry Lunch Tote
MATTRESS FACTORY SHOP, North Side.
mfshop.org
CHRISTMAS at CASS
ELF
LIMITED
“OVERNIGHT PACKAGES AVAILABLE THROUGH SNOWSHOE MOUNTAIN RESORT”
BOOK YOUR TRIP AND GET A MAGICAL GIFT FROM SANTA!
Many Dates available late November to December 11th.
CALL: 866.677.8365 22 PITTSBURGH CITY PAPER HOLIDAY GUIDE 2016
Science Wiz DNA Kit
XPLOR STORE AT CARNEGIE SCIENCE CENTER, North Shore.
carnegiesciencecenter.org
H A N D C RA F T E D G I F T S FROM A WONDERFUL WORLD
RUBY WARMTH GLASSES Hand-blown charm from Egypt
OFF ONE ITEM
WITH THIS COUPON
1002652
5820 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh Holiday hours: Mon–Thu 10–8, Fri–Sat 10–6, Sun 11–3 412-421-2160 tenthousandvillages.com/pittsburgh Offer valid at participating stores until 12/31/16. Not valid with other offers or discounts, purchase of gift cards, Oriental rugs, Traveler’s Finds items or consumables. One coupon per store per customer.
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Explore something new this season! • Marvel at the mechanics of humans in the NEW BodyWorks exhibit • Climb high in Highmark SportsWorks® • Check out the latest addition to the Miniature Railroad & Village® • See the extreme on Pittsburgh’s BIGGEST screen at Rangos Omnimax Theater
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Gifts that look expensive but are cheap as hell 1.
Laserdisc of The Lion King.
2.
Bruce Springsteen’s signature red bandana. Tell them it’s authentic,
For the youngsters in your life who might not know the movie or the medium, it’ll seem like a fancy obscure relic.
even though you bought it for $7.99 at a gas station.
The Holidays start at your Co-op! A personalized holiday gift basket is a thoughtful choice for the foodie, work colleague or college student in your life. Local products, great tasting food, gift cards; \RXȇOO ȴQG LW DOO KHUH DW \RXU &R RS 7516 Meade Street . Pittsburgh, PA 15208 www.eastendfood.coop . 412.242.3598 24 PITTSBURGH CITY PAPER HOLIDAY GUIDE 2016
3.
Hanukkah gelt. It shines like gold and looks like money, but it’s neither.
4.
One of those “buy a star” things.
5.
Cheap wine.
6.
Anything wrapped in aluminum foil.
7.
Car keys. They’ll think the car comes with, but nope! Hilarious.
8.
One of those bank bags with $$ signs on them. Just like in the cartoons.
9.
Knockoff clothing and accessories.
Total nonsense.
Take off the labels and get it dirty, tell them it was discovered on an old pirate ship. Shiny stuff never fails.
All the finest Louie Baton and Channel, without the price tag or quality.
10. A signed picture of Tom Cruise. You’ll need a magic marker and a picture of Tom Cruise.
Tantalize your taste buds North/South Indian Indo Chinese & Tandoori
Elegant Dining Hall
Catering call 412-877-7731 Lunch & Dinner BUFFET every day Vegan and Gluten-Free Entrees Available 20% Off Take Out 5PM-7PM
OVER
25 YEARS
315 N. CRAIG STREET
EXPERIENCE
OAKLAND 412-681-6600
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UK Frankie & Animal Giclée Canvas Prints by LEX Covato Art
Him
THE ARTSMITHS OF PITTSBURGH, South Hills.
Gif
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artsmithspgh.com
Men’s On Field Training Jacket PITTSBURGH PIRATES,
Henne Pittsburgh Tie
North Side.
HENNE JEWELERS,
pirates.com
Shadyside.
hennejewelers.com
Wine, Chocolate and Cheese Gift Basket EAST END FOOD CO-OP, Point Breeze.
eastendfood.coop
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Celebrate The Holidays
Gifts for Him
with Independent Craft Beer
CHEERS!
Pittsburgh Sports Gear TRAX FARMS, South Hills.
traxfarms.com
Vecenie Distributing Co. 140 North Avenue - Pittsburgh, PA 15209 209 412-821-4618 www.beersince1933.com
Formerly the
Tin Angel
Norman Childs Eyewear ‘Ginger’ Frame EYETIQUE,
Multiple Locations.
eyetique.com
Book Your Holiday Parties NOW!
Diningg with a
Anywhere Travel Guide
1200 GRANDVIEW AVENUE • MT. WASHINGTON 412-381-1919 • VUE412.COM 28 PITTSBURGH CITY PAPER HOLIDAY GUIDE 2016
MATTRESS FACTORY SHOP, North Side.
mfshop.org
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Gifts for Him Hopper Beer Glasses
CMOA STORE, Oakland.
shop.cmoa.org
*LIW 3DFN LQFOXGHV x A Free Outfit (a $45 value)
New and Used Guitars and Ukuleles
x A Free Tote Bag
PITTSBURGH GUITARS, South Side.
pittsburghguitars.com
x A Free Info DVD x 3 Months of Classes x Just $199
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Music Hall USB-1 Turntable MUSIC TO MY EAR, North Hills.
musictomyear.com
Things you should not re-gift 1. Undergarments.
And other unmentionables.
2. Old City Papers.
They already read it and you got it for free! Shameful.
3. Hand-made marble sculptures of you and your Irish Setter. Why would they want that?
4. A diary that is already filled out. That’s private.
5. Overdue utility bills.
Not really a gift, more of a cry for help.
6. Pre-assembled Legos. That’s just cruel.
7. Airbags.
Pretty sure these are one-time use only.
8. Tangled iPod headphones. Why is this even an option?
9. Your new kidney. You need that thing!
10. Your holiday spirit. Hold it close.
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Gifts for Him
Presents:
Eddie Steen is
ELVIS
CHUCK BLASKO &
THE VOGUES SATURDAY 12/3 7:30pm $20
SATURDAY 12/10 7:30pm
$22
Season’s Greetings T-Shirt, New Era Biggest Fan Beanie (left), New Era Snow Crown Beanie (right) THE PITT SHOP, Oakland.
store.thepittshop.com
SATURDAY 1/21
FRIDAY 1/20
Netbook E-Bag
222 MAIN STREET • DOWNTOWN IRWIN 724-367-4000 • LAMPTHEATRE.ORG
TEN THOUSAND VILLAGES, Squirrel Hill.
tenthousandvillages.com
Bread & Boxers Loungewear TRIM,
East Liberty.
trimpittsburgh.com
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SATURDAY
December 10th 4:00 PM FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF PITTSBURGH
Featuring works by Bach, Praetorius and Rheinberger as well as carols from around the world. WWW.MUSIC.PITT.EDU/TICKETS PITTSBURGH CITY PAPER HOLIDAY GUIDE 2016 33
Wine Your Way (and Brew Too!) Holidays into the
The Mercer County PA Wine and Brew Trail is off to a great start with eight wineries and five breweries for groups and individual travelers to enjoy.
Perfect for Corporate Events & Retreats, Bachelorette or Bachelor Parties, Special Events and more! How it works: • Contact us • We will build you a customized itinerary that will include 3-5 stops on the wine trail, brew trail, or both Each tour will feature: • Door to Door transportation of up to 8 hours (minimum group size of 6) • Tastings • Outstanding food and entertainment at many of the stops • Production Tours available
Contact us at 724-346-3771 or mcpa@visitmercercountypa.com
Partners include: • Brew 36 • Conneaut Cellars Winery & Distillery • Fractured Grape Wine Cellars • Knockin Noggin Cidery and Winery • Lago Winery • Mortals Key Brewing Company • Nova Cellars Winery • Webb Winery • Wilhelm Winery • Brewtus Brewing Company • The Depot Saloon • Stone Church Pizza House & Brewpub • Volant Mill Winery
Complete your adventure with an overnight stay at one of our quality accommodations.
to get started planning a special wine and brew experience on the Mercer County PA Wine and Brew Trail.
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DISCOVER ANDY’S LIFELONG FIXATION WITH BODY, BEAUTY AND SHAME. ONLY AT THE WARHOL.
Andy Warhol: my perfect body
October 21 - January 22 2
The Andy Warhol Museum receives state arts funding support through a grant from the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, a state agency funded by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency and The Heinz Endowments. Further support is provided by the Allegheny Regional Asset District.
Image: Edward Wallowitch, Andy Warhol with Face in Hands, 1957–58, © Estate of Edward Wallowitch. All rights reserved. Andy Warhol: My Perfect Body is generously supported by Cadillac and UPMC Health Plan.
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Signs that a gift you received was put together last minute 1. Price tag still intact. 2. Gift Receipt is still warm. 3. Gifter averts eye contact. 4. Gifter blames Amazon for “late arrival.”
Give the perfect gift… and a little something for yourself!
5. “To” field still says “TBD.” 6. Gift wrapped in today’s newspaper.
7. Gift bow still smells like bow factory.
& SHOOTING CENTER
8. Gift comes with chocolate
(best way to quell suspicion).
9. It’s their dog.
Holiday Gift Card Deal Spend $50 receive a
$5 BONUS GIFT CARD
Good on anything in the store! Guns, shooting lessons, indoor shooting range, ammo, accessories!
VISIT OUR INDOOR SHOOTING RANGE - OPEN 7 DAYS 2980 LEBANON CHURCH RD. • WEST MIFFLIN, PA 15122 • 412-469-9992 W W W . A N T H O N YA R M S . C O M 36 PITTSBURGH CITY PAPER HOLIDAY GUIDE 2016
10. Gifter says “I forgot you
existed until this morning” while giving gift.
THE SEXIEST PARTIES & BEST PACKAGES IN THE CITY B I R T H D AY PA R T I E S | B A C H E L O R PA R T I E S
——— PACKAGE #1 ——— $20 per person, 10 person minimum, includes: 2 hour VIP Booth or Private Room Rental. Unlimited Yuengling & Miller Drafts
——— PACKAGE #2 ——— $40 per person, 10 person minimum, includes: 2 hour VIP Booth or Private Room Rental. 2 BOTTLES FROM OUR LIST. Unlimited Yuengling & Miller Drafts. PLUS A FREE ROUND OF GOLF for the Groom and Best Man at Westwood Golf Club
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Do You Shop at Convenience Stores?
Jax & Bones Holiday Rope Ring Dog Toy PETAGOGY,
Have you ever purchased energy drinks, cookies, or cigarettes from a convenience store? If so you may be eligible for a research study. The RAND Corporation, in Pittsburgh, is conducting a research study to learn about what ADULTS, ages 18-65, buy at convenience stores. Participation requires completion of a 10 minute phone or internet survey, one 90 minute visit to the RAND study center, and a short follow-up phone call. People who complete the study will be compensated for their time and effort with $75 in gift cards. Parking or bus passes will be provided. If you are interested and want to learn more about the study, please call 412-204-7353, e-mail adult-cstore-study@rand.org or visit us at www.rand.org/storestudy. The RAND Corporation is a nonprofit institution that helps improve policy and decision making through research and analysis.
Multiple Locations.
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s t e P r o f s t f Gi West Paw Holiday Field Mouse PETAGOGY,
Multiple Locations.
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Now Hiring Pharmacy Techs & Interns!
Multiple locations throughout the Pittsburgh region For more information visit www.GiantEagle.com/RxJobs
and click the link on the page or search keyword “Pharmacy� Giant Eagle is an equal opportunity employer.
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Dirty Dog Doormat
LOCAL PET, Point Breeze.
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West Paw Catnip Star PETAGOGY,
Multiple Locations.
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Stainless Steel Bowl LOCAL PET, Point Breeze.
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Jax & Bones Cotton Lounge Dog Beds
PETAGOGY,
Multiple Locations.
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