Follow the DJs
Slappers N Bangers stays true to trap music while boosting the DJ-driven party scene in Pittsburgh
BY: TARA FAY COLEMAN
TARA FAY COLEMAN
AMANDA WALTZ
COLIN WILLIAMS
CP PHOTO: MARS JOHNSON
NFD and Arie Cole of Slappers N Bangers pose for a portrait in Lawrenceville
FOLLOW THE DJS
Slappers N Bangers stays true to trap music while boosting
the DJdriven party scene in Pittsburgh.
BY: TARA FAY COLEMAN // INFO@PGHCITYPAPER.COM
Despite not being a Pittsburgh native, I was fortunate enough to come of age here when the nightlife scene was significantly more robust, specifically for Black patrons. Although it may be difficult for some to imagine, at its peak, the bar and club culture in Pittsburgh did not begin and end with East Carson St.
There was also, of course, the incomparable Shadow Lounge, which comes up often in the context of historic venues. Situated in East Liberty, Shadow Lounge was part lounge, part bar, part performance venue, and part community space that expanded with the addition of the adjoining Blue Room and AVA Lounge.
Many felt that the closure of Shadow Lounge in 2013 marked the
“THROWING A GOOD PARTY IS AN ART, AND WE ARE INTENTIONALLY CURATING AN EXPERIENCE THAT ABSOLUTELY EVERYONE IS WELCOME TO BE A PART OF.”
There was a time where we had options — one could go to Station Square for both Whim and Matrix nightclubs, where no one ever believes I saw Nicki Minaj live twice, or the Strip District, where there was Club Zoo, Ludic, Club Ivy, Déjà Vu, Altar Bar, and Savoy, among others. Although there are more I may be overlooking, and certainly many other venues that predated my time in Pittsburgh, these spaces were my introduction to nightlife in the city.
onset of massive gentrification in Pittsburgh’s East End. The muti-use venue’s closure represented the end of an era and a huge loss for the community.
Ever since its closing, many of us, including myself, have been chasing the feeling of being at Shadow Lounge. And although that can never be duplicated, Slappers N Bangers comes close.
Generally abbreviated as SNB, Slappers N Bangers is a strictly trap,
R&B, and hip-hop party conceptualized by Ron Coleman, aka Arie Cole, and Neal Dudash, aka NFD who met while working at a former Crazy Mocha in Downtown Pittsburgh. The first SNB event took place at Spirit in 2015, and hit capacity.
SNB began as a way for Cole to hone his DJ skills — he wanted to be better, and tells Pittsburgh City Paper he wasn’t getting booked at the “cool parties” on his own.
For NFD, who prefers the idea of keeping a low profile, it was never about DJing. “I just wanted to throw the best party possible,” he tells City Paper
But, years later, SNB has grown into a Pittsburgh cultural phenomenon which has seen attendance well beyond the city.
SNB has taken place at a number of different venues in Pittsburgh, including a monthly residency at Brillobox. With the onset of pandemic lockdown, it was difficult to maintain that consistency, and at one point the pair even pivoted to livestream sets. In spite of this, they managed to maintain organic growth and a progression of changing venues,
including Union Hall at Bar Marco, a gallery and event space normally not associated with a party of this scale.
Their unique success and growth over the past 10 years can be attributed in some ways to the rise of DJ-driven parties, events where the primary focus is not on a specific venue, but rather the music curated and played by a DJ. PostCOVID, DJ-driven parties have surged in popularity as people returned to social gath erings and nightlife. The pandemic-induced isola tion created a need for com munal experiences and live music, leading to a deeper appreciation for events that bring people together.
DJs like Cole and NFD have become central figures in this resur gence, helping the community rebuild and reestablish bonds after prolonged periods of
CP PHOTO: MARS JOHNSON NFD and Arie Cole of Slappers N Bangers
separation and without the reliance on a venue. DJ-driven parties often feature a range of music genres, but what sets SNB apart never deviating
Their reasoning for this is clear: Pittsburgh is a trap city, and that’s what people want to hear, and what’s been lacking. While in the past they have thrown specific theme nights, like a party for influential producer Metro Boomin in 2018, they have always stayed true to their commitment. Trap and hip hop are more than just genres; they are cultural movements.
By maintaining these as a focal point, SNB taps into a vein of cultural significance and relevance and fills a void. Cole cites Lay Bankz and Veeze as examples of non-mainstream artists people want to hear. This practice of amplifying their music not only diversifies the musical landscape, but also provides a platform for emerging talent to reach new audiences.
Cole and NFD focus on contributing to the growth and evolution of the local dance party scene by showcasing more underground and independent artists, helping to introduce fresh
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NFD and Arie Cole sit outside of Espresso A Mano in Lawrenceville
sounds and perspectives. This commitment to supporting new voices underscores the inclusive and community-oriented ethos of SNB, ensuring that the party is not just about having a good time, but also about celebrating and nurturing the music culture at its grassroots.
This commitment to what can be a divisive genre made Slappers N Bangers an interesting choice for the Andy Warhol Museum’s recent 30th Anniversary after-party, but playing such a large event aligned with the pair’s goal of working with institutions, adding production value and growth without having to sacrifice integrity. Cole and NFD consider the production of SNB akin to an art piece — they are very hands-on with every aspect, and put a great deal of consideration into sound, staging, and even the composition of photos.
Despite some differences in their technique (NFD focuses more on mixing, whereas Cole favors a more traditional approach that incorporates scratching) their collaboration and diverse skills has been key in maintaining audience engagement and an intergenerational fanbase that includes notable figures like Taylor Gang signed artist Fedd The God, an early supporter and SNB collaborator.
Social gatherings can provide a safe and welcoming environment for marginalized groups, create support networks, and bring together diverse perspectives. SNB attendees are often a mix of different people, and inspiring people to want to come out and feel welcomed and be a part of things is a source of pride for the pair.
“We want to be a cultural pillar in Pittsburgh,” says NFD.
Cole shares that, one day, “I would love to have stories about SNB similar to what people would say about Studio 54.”
They pride themselves on their authenticity, and shy away from using specific terms as a marketing tool. “We don’t need to be out here saying we are a safe space when it’s
more important for us to make sure we are doing what we need to do on the back end to ensure everyone feels safe and welcomed,” Cole says.
NFD says that while it’s important for them to be recognized for what they’ve created, they also want people to have an understanding of what it is, and to see what makes it cool and unique.
“Throwing a good party is an art, and we are intentionally curating an experience that absolutely everyone is welcome to be a part of,” he explains.
They maintain a consistent and well-respected brand, even going so far as supporting local initiatives by providing a shared space for pop-ups with their pivot to outdoor events at Trace Brewing. The shift to Trace has strengthened their community relationships while also engaging new audiences. The brewery’s programmatic approach to prioritizing queer friendly-events saw July’s Drag Brunch transition to SNB, linking different audiences in a way that may not have happened otherwise, which Cole and NFD feel is a testament to the importance of not only what Trace has
created, but their partnership. What’s also important to Cole and NFD is providing a platform for guest DJs, specifically those that are Black and femme-identifying. They both feel that creating space for guest sets makes SNB open to everyone. Past DJs have included locals talent like Madame Trio, Icy Pisces, and HUNY XO, but their reach includes Baltimore-based DJ Shay. They will also showcase DJ Bri Mafia (DMV/ Atlanta) for the Slappers N Bangers: Barrel & Flow Afterparty taking place Sat., Aug. 10 at Thunderbird Music Hall. SNB fans can expect a big announcement in September as they celebrate a decade of being one of Pittsburgh’s favorite dance parties. Cole and NFD, led by their business manager, artist, strategist, and entrepreneur FRH Golden, aim to broaden their reach by partnering with artists and institutions beyond the city, all while maintaining their commitment to fostering inclusive spaces where everyone feels safe and appreciated, and continuing to build on their legacy of cultural celebration and community building. •
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NEED SPACES LIKE THAT IN OUR PARK SYSTEM WHERE PEOPLE CAN FEEL COMFORTABLE JUST ENJOYING THE PARK.”
CP PHOTO: MARS JOHNSON Serpentine Drive
SCENIC SERPENTINE
To curb confusion, the city plans to close the appropriately named Seperentine Dr. in Schenley Park to car traffic.
BY: MATT PETRAS // INFO@PGHCITYPAPER.COM
The City of Pittsburgh plans to restrict vehicles on Serpentine Dr. at Schenley Park by the end of the summer and acknowledges that its current setup, which allows one-way traffic for vehicles, “has led to some confusion.”
In 2019, a crash from a large truck destroyed a wall on Serpentine Dr., which led to the city closing it to vehicles until 2021, as summarized by BikePGH, a nonprofit advocacy group encouraging less car usage. Through February, the City held a two-month public comment period for a Department of Mobility and Infrastructure proposal to restrict vehicles on Serpentine Dr. in Schenley Park.
This time gap has left some residents and advocates confused about next steps, but the City tells Pittsburgh City Paper that traffic for vehicles will be restricted before the end of the summer. This will then be followed up by “some aesthetic updates during the wall reconstruction phase, likely next year,” according to City spokesperson Olga George.
Since it reopened to vehicle traffic, the road through the park has allowed two-way traffic for those walking and riding bicycles but only one-way traffic for cars.
“This has led to some confusion because the narrow (one-way, downhill) travel lane does not seem like it is open to vehicles to some unsuspecting pedestrians,” George writes. “However, we have not had any crashes or other incidents with the current configuration.”
This comes as welcome news to District 5 City Councilmember Barb Warwick, who, encouraged by complaints from constituents, has long pushed for changes to Serpentine Dr. She first became alert to the issue when knocking doors in that area for her first campaign, she says.
“Sometimes cars will go the wrong way up, which is dangerous because there are people walking and biking down, and I think it just leads to people being hesitant to use it at all for anything,” Warwick says.
Still, Eric Boerer, the advocacy director for BikePGH, says Serpentine Dr. has long proved popular.
“If you go over there, there’s always lots of people walking up and down, and we need spaces like that in our park system where people can feel comfortable just enjoying the park without feeling like they might get hit by a car,” Boerer says.
Derek Krissoff, a nearby resident who works in publishing, says he often hangs out at Serpentine Dr., and the car traffic makes him feel unsafe and concerned for his neighbors. Signage is unclear and he has seen cars flying by in the wrong direction, he says.
“Routinely, cars don’t know what’s going on,” Krissoff says.
The way Krissoff puts it, getting rid of cars on Serpentine Dr. in Schenley Park is just common sense.
“I’m not a zealot about it,” Krissoff says. “I’m in my 50s, I’m not an anti-car activist, I don’t even own a bicycle. I’m a pretty norm core guy. I just want to be able to walk in public spaces without worrying that I’m gonna get hit by a car.” •
CP PHOTO: MARS JOHNSON Serpentine Drive
FRAUGHT-A REGATTA
A look into two Three Rivers Regatta websites reveals that the treasured riverfront event will return if its board can obtain a major sponsor.
BY: AMANDA WALTZ // AWALTZ@PGHCITYPAPER.COM
The Three Rivers Regatta was once a treasured tradition in Pittsburgh. This was before a shady management company and COVID culminated to put the beloved summer festival, which originally launched in 1978, on hold. Even as other annual festivities, including the Three Rivers Arts Festival and Anthrocon, have returned to Downtown, the Regatta has yet to re-emerge.
Those recently Googling the Regatta may have rejoiced at the sight of a website heralding the Regatta’s 2024 return. Delving further into a Google search leads to a page on
a website for Giuseppe’s Pizzeria, a local pizza chain claiming some involvement with coordinating the next Regatta.
When Pittsburgh City Paper looked into the legitimacy of these websites, it resulted in a bizarre but ultimately fruitful investigation revealing a possible resurrection of an event worthy of the Regatta’s legacy.
While the Giuseppe’s Pizzeria website still raises questions, a major figure associated with the Regatta reached out to City Paper to claim ownership of the other.
John R. Bonassi, chairman of the Three Rivers Regatta Board of
CP PHOTO: KRISTA JOHNSON
A view of the 2017 Regatta
Directors, the body that has owned the official naming rights of the event since 1978, says they have been working with a company to bring the riverfront festival back. He explains that they tried to stage the Regatta this year but were unable to secure a major sponsor to get it off the ground.
The board launched the Regatta website, which features a promo-
website to their attorney about taking it down, Bonassi says they “opted not to contact Giuseppe’s.”
The questionable website harkens back to shady dealings that led to the last-minute cancellation of the 2019 Regatta. According to a September 2019 CP story, LionHeart Event Group, a former Pittsburgh-based company in charge of organizing the
“SIGNING ON QUALITY SPONSORS HAS ALWAYS BEEN A MAJOR CHALLENGE . THE AVAILABILITY OF CORPORATE AND FOUNDATION REVENUES, THE ECONOMY, POLITICS, AND SECURITY ISSUES ALL IMPACT THE FUNDING OF THE REGATTA.”
tional video by Riverside Productions Inc., a local company hired to manage the event. Bonassi admits that the 2024 date prominently featured on the website was supposed to be changed to 2025 after the board failed to obtain the resources necessary to present the event this year.
“We just could not get a title sponsor, which is critically important,” he says, adding that, beyond financing, the board “had many of the moving parts under wraps.”
The event date has since been updated to 2025.
To pull the 2025 Regatta off, Bonassi says they would need to bring in a sponsor like EQT, a local private equity firm that produced previous Regattas, including the last one in 2018.
Bonassi says he had no knowledge of the Giuseppe’s Pizzeria website until after CP ran its story about it in July and that the website has no affiliation with the Regatta board.
“I have no idea where this guy is coming from with this website,” Bonassi says. He adds that, while they had originally referred the Giuseppe’s
Regatta, failed to acquire insurance and the necessary permits for the event. As a result, the Regatta board and local law enforcement “quickly launched investigations of potential criminal wrongdoings on the part of LionHeart,” which filed for bankruptcy with “between $500,000 and $1 million in liabilities.”
The Giuseppe’s webpage — which, at the time this article was written, was still up — claims that the Regatta will be combined with the Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival “for an unforgettable celebration” that includes “thrilling boat races along with world-class jazz performances.” That detail would seem to shed some light on dates for the 2024 Regatta, given that the Jazz Festival is set to take place from Sept. 19-22 at the August Wilson African American Cultural Center.
However, Carolyn McClair, the public relations contact for the August Wilson Center, told CP via email that “our President Janis Burley said there is no collaboration or ‘combining for an unforgettable celebration’ between the PIJF and the
Regatta.” Additionally, county and state officials confirmed that permits and other required documents needed to host the Regatta had not been submitted.
Adding to the confusion around the Giuseppe’s website is what looks to be AI-generated artwork featuring a colorful river scene and Regatta banner — the telltale signs of its origins range from blatant misspellings to laughably mutated subjects, including a boater with oars for legs.
Giuseppe’s has not returned CP ’s multiple requests for comment.
Bonassi says the Pittsburgh Three Rivers Regatta “is the largest inland Regatta in the nation” and estimates that previous Regattas, which featured entertainment ranging from
powerboat races to sand sculptures, usually drew “300,000 to 500,000 spectators over three days.”
To keep the Regatta free and accessible to the public, as it has been in the past, Bonassi says they would need $550,000-750,000 to cover the total costs for the event, including those related to “entertainment, fireworks, security, police coverage, insurance, park usage fees and ‘green’ clean up.”
Bonassi, who has served on the Regatta board for 30 years, says he and his fellow board members “feel confident there will be 2025 Pittsburgh Three Rivers Rivers Regatta,” adding that they “plan to retain a firm” to assist them with “identifying and securing sponsors.”
“Signing on quality sponsors has always been a major challenge,” says Bonassi. “The availability
of corporate and foundation revenues, the economy, politics, and security issues all impact the funding of the Regatta.”
Despite some challenges, Bonassi expresses confidence in Riverside Productions Inc., a company owned by Chahine and Michael Boulos, who Bonassi says has provided food services for “virtually every festival in Pittsburgh,” including the Three Rivers Art Festival, Picklesburgh, and, for 40 years, the Pittsburgh Three Rivers Regatta.
Bonassi says a recent meeting with a consulting firm went “very well,” adding, “The consultant presented the Regatta with a partnership proposal that is being carefully reviewed by Regatta leadership.”
As for when they hope to retain a major sponsor, Bonassi says, “Ideally April 2025 or before.” •
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FAMILY-OWNED PHARMACIES
As big chains shutter locations, local pharmacies remain a lifeline in several local neighborhoods.
BY: COLIN WILLIAMS // CWILLIAMS@PGHCITYPAPER.COM
At one time, it felt like there was a chain pharmacy on every corner. Whichever way you drove, you were bound to see a Rite-Aid, CVS, Walgreens, or, for the old heads, Eckerd. They were nice, if unglamorous, places to grab a pop or pick up a prescription refill.
However, issues with our notoriously complicated healthcare system have impacted pharmacies’ revenue streams. As a consequence, Rite-Aid, CVS, and other pharmacies have been squeezed and, as a result, shuttered local locations. Unfortunately, this has also forced some family-owned pharmacies to close. Pittsburgh’s aging population has thus lost ready access to prescription medicine even as more and more retail moves online, making a comeback less likely.
One of Pittsburgh’s strengths is our abundance of mom-andpops. When it comes to pharmacies, there are still family-owned providers both old and new who play an essential role in the city’s retail landscape. Here are a few of the places where you can keep your dollars local while staying healthy in the Steel City.
WILSON’S PHARMACY
4101 PENN AVE., LAWRENCEVILLE. WILSONSPHARMACY.ORG
Wilson’s Pharmacy, aka Wilson Drugs, is a place out of time at the heart of the Penn Ave. business district between Bloomfield and Central Lawrenceville. Its unmistakable façade hearkens back to a time of trolleys and industry. Fronted by a small convenience store and located a quick walk from UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, this pharmacy forms part of a complete, walkable part of town where it’s possible to obtain groceries, drinks, cheese, fine dining, and art within a square mile of dense rowhomes and businesses.
STANTON-NEGLEY DRUG CO.
804 N. NEGLEY AVE., HIGHLAND PARK. FACEBOOK.COM/STANTONNEGLEYDRUG
This narrow storefront at the meeting point of Highland Park and East Liberty contains a surprisingly large convenience store and a cozy pharmacy with medical staples. The pharmacy sits across the street from the Union Project and Mount Ararat community center and just a few blocks away from the Bryant St. business district. This is a great place to catch up on neighborhood gossip while you run a quick errand.
HIEBER’S PHARMACY
1759 SMALLMAN ST., STRIP DISTRICT. HIEBERS.COM
Wherever you fall on the debate over the new architecture or housing costs in the Strip District, it’s inarguable at this point that the renovated Terminal and surrounding developments have been a commercial success, forming a neighborhood where you can shop for everything you need, go out, and pick up the riverfront trail without entering a car. Hieber’s, which won plaudits in CP's 2023 Best Of Readers' Poll, is an important piece of that increasingly tightly woven neighborhood fabric — beyond their spacious home in the Terminal, Hieber’s is a woman-owned business that also does compounding and testing in addition to the usual prescription services.
BLUEBERRY PHARMACY
1018 WEST
VIEW PARK DR., WEST VIEW. BLUEBERRYPHARMACY.COM
This West View pharmacy is remarkable for conducting their business in a way few other local businesses do. Run by a pharmacist who had an early job at a Somerset, Pa. mom-and-pop pharmacy, Blueberry offers transparently priced generic drugs without requiring insurance. This unique business model is supplemented by a membership program that the pharmacy says further boosts savings. Beyond all of this, Blueberry is among the most kid-friendly pharmacies on this list, offering a full selection of toys and games in addition to medicine.
CARRICK PHARMACY
2717 BROWNSVILLE RD., CARRICK. CARRICKPHARMACY.COM
Located right in the middle of Carrick, this local pharmacy completes a neighborhood fabric that includes groceries, recreation, and dining. Carrick Pharmacy combines a convenience shop with prescription and vaccine services, as well as providing health tips on their website. With enthusiastic reviews, this pharmacy forms a key node along the growing Brownsville Ave. corridor.
BLOOMFIELD DRUG STORE
4727 LIBERTY AVE., BLOOMFIELD. BLOOMFIELDDRUGSTORE.COM
Bloomfield Drug Store sits a stone’s throw from West Penn Hospital in the center of the booming Liberty Ave. business corridor. This 30-year-old drugstore’s touch of je-ne-sais-quoi is the racks of Pittsburgh ephemera and seasonal decor sold alongside cough drops and other staple items, forming a useful stop near some of the city’s best bookstores and restaurants.
WALTMIRE PHARMACY
1435 SPRING GARDEN AVE., SPRING GARDEN. WALTMIREPHARMACY.COM
Tucked into a tiny strip mall in the city’s skinniest neighborhood, Waltmire Pharmacy has been serving the near North Hills for over 30 years and sits between Threadbare Cider and the Hog’s Head pub. Though no longer in the Waltmire family, this institution remains locally owned and is convenient to locals living in the woody North Hills suburbs or out for a glass of crisp hard cider and a slice of pizza. •
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SEVEN DAYS IN PITTSBURGH
PITTS
THU., AUG. 8
ART • HOMEWOOD
Homewood Studio Mixer 5-7 p.m. Radiant Hall Homewood. 7800 Susquehanna St., Homewood. Free. RSVP required. radianthall.org
LIT • SHADYSIDE
Casey McQuiston The Pairing with Rachael Lippincott and Alyson Derrick 7 p.m. Doors at 6 p.m. First Unitarian Church. 605 Morewood Ave., Shadyside. $23. Waitlist only. whitewhalebookstore.com
MUSIC • OAKLAND
Calliope presents Slag Mountain. 7 p.m. Schenley Plaza. 4100 Forbes Ave., Oakland. $15 suggested tip. calliopehouse.org
FILM • DOWNTOWN
Powell & Pressburger: Black Narcissus 7:30 p.m. Continues on Sun., Aug. 18. Harris Theater. 809 Liberty Ave., Downtown. $9-11. trustarts.org
FRI., AUG. 9
COMEDY
• STRIP DISTRICT
Kevin Nealon with Ryan Beck 6:30 p.m. Doors at 5 p.m. Continues through Sat., Aug. 10. City Winery. 1627 Smallman St., Strip District. $25-67. citywinery.com
MUSIC
• SOUTH PARK
Allegheny Summer Concert Series presents The Dip with Je Taylor. 7:30 p.m. Doors at 6 p.m. South Park Amphitheater. 100 Farmshow Dr., South Park. Free. alleghenycounty.us
MUSIC • LAWRENCEVILLE
The Queen of Bounce once again graces Pittsburgh with her presence when Big Freedia takes the stage at Spirit. Butts will be moving when the New Orleans rapper and reality show star unleashes the infectious energy that has captivated fans everywhere, including Beyoncé, who sampled Big Freedia on songs like “Break My Soul.” Bow down to the queen when she appears with Maya Universe, Lys Scott, Manny Dibiachi, and HUNY XO. 8 p.m. Doors at 7 p.m. Spirit. 242 51st St., Lawrenceville. $25 in advance, $30 at the door. spiritpgh.com
MUSIC • LAWRENCEVILLE
pinball machines, yard games, and other activities for the whole family. 1-9 p.m. 1226 Arlington Ave., Allentown. Free. All ages. bottlerocketpgh.com
MUSIC • MILLVALE
Lil’ Fest II: Welcome to Metal-Vale with ZAO and Luke Severeid 4 p.m. Doors at 3 p.m. The Funhouse at Mr. Smalls. 400 Lincoln Ave., Millvale. $20 in advance, $25 at the door. mrsmalls.com
Denzel The Artist presents The R&B Open Floor Experiment: Garden of Art. 8 p.m. Doors at 7:30 p.m. Thunderbird Music Hall. 4053 Butler St., Lawrenceville. $35. thunderbirdmusichall.com
FILM • LAWRENCEVILLE
Cult-O-Rama: Mad, Bad Science! with Tammy & The T-Rex and Re-Animator 9 p.m. Row House CInema. 4115 Butler St., Lawrenceville. $16.50. rowhousecinemas.com/lawrenceville
SAT., AUG. 10
MARKET • DOWNTOWN
AUG.12 FRI., AUG. 9
PARTY • EAST LIBERTY
Alloy School Showcase and Let’s Move! Family Dance Party 10 a.m.
Kelly Strayhorn Theater- Alloy Studios. 5530 Penn Ave., East Liberty. Pay What Moves You $5-20. kelly-strayhorn.org
FESTIVAL • ALLENTOWN
Bottlerocket Social Hall brings the county fair to the city with a festival full of good eats and good times. The Hilltop County Fair features a Human Demolition Derby presented by Enjoy Wrestling, vendor market, pie-eating contest, and country music show by Dale Hollow. The fun continues with
Night Market with Pittsburgh Open Decks 5-10 p.m. Market Square, Downtown. Free. downtownpittsburgh.com
DANCE • SOUTH SIDE
fireWALL Dance Theater presents Seven. 7 p.m. New Hazlett Theater. Six Allegheny Square East, South Side. $35. newhazletttheater.org
MUSIC • DOWNTOWN
Idina Menzel: Take Me or Leave Me Tour. 8 p.m. Benedum Center. Seventh St. and Penn Ave., Downtown. $55-387. trustarts.org
DRAG • MILLVALE
Mario and Sonic at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games with Jenny Sais Quoi, Snoozy Q, Leia Way Lestat, and Mitch Pleaze 9 p.m. Doors at 8 p.m. Harold’s Haunt. 142 Grant Ave., Millvale. $10. 21 and over. glittersty.com
PHOTO: HEATHER KOEPP Lindsey Stirling at Stage AE
PHOTO: NELSON COSEY Big Freedia at Spirit
SUN., AUG. 11
DOG-FRIENDLY • STRIP DISTRICT
Doggo Day at the Distillery with Hello Bully 2-5 p.m. Kingfly Spirits. 2613 Smallman St., Strip District. Free. RSVP required. Dogs welcome. kingflyspirits.com
MUSIC • CASTLE SHANNON
Mere-Exposure E ect Concert and Music
Video Shoot 3-8 p.m. The Linden Grove. 1100 Grove Rd., Castle Shannon. Free. Donations will be accepted to benefit Pittsburgh Action Against Rape. All guests must sign a release. lindengrovenightclub.com/events
MON., AUG. 12
MUSIC • NORTH SHORE
Lindsey Stirling with Walk O the Earth
6 p.m. Stage AE. 400 North Shore Dr., North Shore. $50.50-100. promowestlive.com
MUSIC • SOUTH SIDE
Ekko Astral with Tetchy and Morning Dew. 8 p.m. Doors at 7 p.m. Club Cafe. 56-58 South 12th St., South Side. $15. ticketweb.com
TUE., AUG. 13
FESTIVAL • MCKEESPORT
McKeesport’s International Village 3-9 p.m.
Continues through Thu., Aug. 15. Renziehausen Park. Eden Park Blvd. and University Dr., McKeesport. $2. internationalvillage.info
PARTY • MILLVALE
Support a champion of fresh food access when Grow Pittsburgh presents its annual Garden Get Down. Taking place at Grist House Craft Brewery, the event invites everyone to explore the benefits of urban agriculture with food and drinks made from locally grown ingredients. Take part in a seed swap, tour the Millvale Community Garden, and meet local gardeners and farmers. 6-9 p.m. 10 E. Sherman St., Millvale. $30-75. All ages. growpittsburgh.org
WED., AUG. 14
ART • LAWRENCEVILLE
2024 New Member Exhibition. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Continues through Sept. 12. Associated Artists of Pittsburgh Exhibition Space. 100 43rd St. Unit 107, Lawrenceville. aapgh.org
MUSIC • BURGETTSTOWN
Imagine Dragons with Jacob Banks. 7 p.m. The Pavilion at Star Lake. 665 Route 18, Burgettstown. Tickets start at $42. pavilionstarlake.com
MUSIC • SOUTH SIDE
Chamber Music Pittsburgh presents Alla Boara 7:30 p.m. The Highline. 339 McKean St., South Side. Free. chambermusicpittsburgh.org
Powell & Pressburger: Black Narcissus at Harris Theater
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IN The Court of Common Pleas of Allegheny County, Pennsylvania: No. GD-24-013837, In re petition of Ebony Rodgers, parent and legal guardian of Heaven Engel, minor, for change of name to Heaven Rodgers. To all persons interested: Notice is hereby given that an order of said Court authorized the filing of said petition and fixed the 14th day of August 2024, at 9:30 a.m., as the time and the Motions Room, City-County Building, Pittsburgh, PA, as the place for a hearing, when and where all persons may show cause, if any they have, why said name should not be changed as prayed for.
ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF MOORE, HOWARD. DECEASED OF PITTSBURGH, PA
Howard Moore, deceased, of Pittsburgh, PA. No. 04720 of 2024.
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Extra Space Storage, on behalf of itself or its a iliates, Life Storage or Storage Express, will hold a public auction to sell the contents of leased spaces to satisfy Extra Space’s lien at the location indicated: 141 N Braddock Ave, Pittsburgh PA, 15208 on August 21st, 2024 at 11:00 AM. 1029 Frank Cope, 2002 Sunsune Bey, 3073 Howard Kemper, 3260A Tedra Allen-Parker. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com.
Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
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Extra Space Storage, on behalf of itself or its a iliates, Life Storage or Storage Express, will hold a public auction to sell the contents of leased spaces to satisfy Extra Space’s lien at the location indicated: 1212 Madison Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212. August 21, 2024 at 1:30 PM. Melvin Stephens 2061, James Newton 4016. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com.
Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction.
Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
Extra Space Storage, on behalf of its a iliates, Life Storage or Storage Express, will hold a public auction to sell the contents of leased spaces to satisfy Extra Space’s Lien at the location indicated: 3200 Park Manor Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15205 on August 21, 2024 at 1:00pm. 1203 Dean Wilson; 2219 Kenneth Robinson; 2222 Tony Lee Davis. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com.
Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
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Extra Space Storage, on behalf of itself or its a iliates, Life Storage or Storage Express, will hold a public auction to sell the contents of leased spaces to satisfy Extra Space’s lien at the location indicated: 880 Saw Mill Run Blvd Pittsburgh, PA 15226, August 21, 2024, at 1:15 PM. Devoney Legree 2135, Willie Goins 4005, Steve Parsons 4162, Julie Vierling 4226. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com.
Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.
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of itself or its a iliates, Life Storage or Storage Express, will hold a public auction to sell the contents of leased spaces to satisfy Extra Space’s lien at the location indicated: 700 E Carson St, Pittsburgh, PA 15203. August 21, 2024 at 12:15 PM.
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Public notice is hereby given that property placed in storage by the following persons at the following locations will be sold via public sale to satisfy Guardian Storage liens for unpaid rent and other charges. Bidding for property of persons renting space at the following locations will be held online at www.Storageauctions.com ending on August 20, 2024 at 12:00 pm, and day to day thereafter until sold at which time a high bidder will be determined.
350 Old Haymaker Road, Monroeville, Pa 14146: Unit #1714 Terrashea Patterson, Unit 2522 Victoria Roberts, Unit 3115 Alvin Knox, Unit #3826 Nickesha Terrell
1002 East Waterfront Drive, Munhall, PA 15120: Unit #1005 Nathan Champine, Unit #1006 Dwayne Barrett, Unit #1501 Malik Simpson, Unit #1717 Nicolette Bair, Unit #2213 Leslie Day, Unit #3007 Mary Beth Stoecker, Unit #3117 Angelique Gustave, Unit #3512 Lynn (Lenny) Brown, Unit #3728 Shelbe Mitchell
14200 Route 30, North Huntingdon, Pa 15642: Unit #1053 Megan Cameron, Unit #1109 Stefanie Swatsworth, Unit #2130 Tony Carson 4711 William Penn Highway, Monroeville, PA 15146: Unit #11317 Carmen Bell-King, Unit #11607 Justin Murrell, Unit #13709 Carlton Falconer, Unit #23110 Desirae Johnson, Unit #23113 Amanda Busan, Unit #23708 Milton Hibbler, Unit #23721 Je rey Henderson 1028 Ridge Road, Tarentum, Pa 15084: Unit #11208 Jamie Emerson, Unit #21137 Valentina Ramirez, Unit #31805 Silina Davis, Unit #31927 William Lindley, Unit #31931 William Lindley, Unit # 32250 Beverly Benson, Unit #32301 Kyle Dudley, Unit #32321 William Lindley, Unit #41312 Jennifer Gravelle, Unit #41421 Jacob McCoach, Unit # 41528 Carmillia Strong 5873 Centre Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15206: Unit #1402 Charmaine Moore, Unit #2304 Doug Waddy, Unit #2523 Tahniece Gray, Unit #2914 Derek A lu, Unit #4209 Miah Thomas, Unit #4313 George Woodson
750 South Millvale Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213: Unit #1142 Mason Ranalla, Unit #5213 Yanique Murphy 2839 Liberty Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222: Unit #2907 Kennieta Hatten, Unit #4910 Evelina Laurent, Unit #5118 Joseph Wolf, Unit #6712 Cajaya Gordon
1599 Washington Pike, Bridgeville, PA 15017: Unit #1201 Omar Beccan, Unit #3414 Scott McCartney, Unit #4216 Scott McCartney, Unit #6119 Omar Beccan
1300 Lebanon Church Road, West Mi lin, PA 15236: Unit #22106 Je rey Wojnovich, Unit #22319 LaRita Wilson, Unit #42114 Jayvon Lemon, Unit #42224 Larry Kephart
401 Coraopolis Road, Coraopolis, PA 15108: Unit #12822 Yhoshua Murray
1067 Milford Drive, Bethel Park, PA 15102: Unit #22710 Tamika Taylor, Unit #23837 Brian Hart
7452 McKnight Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15237: Unit # 1412 Joseph Dereno, Unit #2203 Jerome Bankston, Unit #2610 Megan Zofchak, Unit #2727 Paul Granzeier, Unit #2732 Jason Castro, Unit #2919 Michelle Tedrick, Unit #314 Bill Wightman
922 Brush Creek Road, Warrendale, PA 15086: Unit #2169 Chad Gammons, Unit #3246 Zach Zirkle 4750 William Flynn Highway, Allison Park PA 15101: Unit #41105 Rosalind Sugarmann
2670 Washington Rd, Canonsburg, PA 15317: Unit #1510 Tyler Ash, Unit #3111 Marissa Barker, Unit # 4201 Denyel Marinski, Unit #4639 Chad M
