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These photos of Beth Ostrosky Stern, taken by her husband, Howard Stern, are purr-fect. We check in with the animal-loving lady for the details on her latest TV show.

72 2 013 Women in Business: Ladies Who Launch Prepare to be wowed! We invited local entrepreneurs and community leaders to our second annual networking reception. Check out the unanimous support shared by these 63 outstanding females.

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Ready, set, race! Find the perfect place along the marathon route, which takes to the city streets on May 5, to cheer on runners.

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corporate Leaders 10-Minute Test Drive Real Estate Health + Wellness WHIRL Weddings WHIRL Directory one last whirl

55 Food tour Hot Plates Looking for a little indulgence?

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47 Center for Theater Arts’ Reach for a Star Gala

48 Familylinks “Just Jazz” Benefit Concert

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98 CBS Radio + WHIRL Cover Launch Party

100 P ittsburgh Aids Task Force 27th Annual Benefit

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May Days Pittsburgh native Beth Ostrosky Stern brings her compassion for animals into her business world on a daily basis. In this issue, the beautiful animal activist, television host, and businesswoman posed for her star husband, Howard Stern, along with their feline family members, exclusively for WHIRL. The dynamic duo loves working together, and it shows. Check it out on page 65.

In her controversial book, “Lean In,” Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg highlights problems with women in business and leadership roles. As active members of our community, we understand those concerns, and want to do whatever we can to help connect women.

At our second annual Women in Business Networking Event, we invited businesspeople to connect with one another, and to present ideas for future events. We had a blast together, and were excited by Jack & Christine Tumpson the introductions that were made that day. See why we’re optimistic about the future of Pittsburgh on page 72.

Avery Molek, a 6-year-old drummer who is blessed with the talent and soul of someone 10 times his age, takes center stage in our One Last WHIRL. With his precise beats and great rolls, this kid is rocking our world — and getting national play. Find out what it’s like for him, and his rock steady parents, on page 136.

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Miss Pennsylvania Teen USA 2013 Ebone Marie Jimerson and Organization of Chinese Americans (OCA) President Kai Lin celebrated the Year of the Snake at the OCA Lunar New Year Banquet, which included performances and a 12-course traditional Chinese meal, provided by the Pittsburgh Chinese Restaurant Association!

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Pittsburgh Penguins COO Travis Williams and Penguins president and CEO David Morehouse posed as Penguins’ players passed plates instead of pucks at the annual Skates & Plates Charity Gala, which raised $305,000 for the Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation, the Mario Lemieux Foundation, and the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation — Western Pennsylvania chapter.

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Bigelow Grille Chef Anthony Zallo and former Pittsburgh Steeler Andy Russell at the Taste of the NFL’s “Party with a Purpose” during Super Bowl weekend. The Steelers won the Helmet Auction (for the fourth year!), netting $8,000 for the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank.

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Ladies Hospital Aid Society (LHAS) youth advocates Alexa Cuccia, Haley Kumpf, Parker Conboy, and Kristen Topoleski — with Dr. Gary Cuccia — led the LHAS Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention program in partnership with the Demi Brae Cuccia Awareness Organization.

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“The Father of Green Cleaning” and speaker Stephen Ashkin, Vivian Loftness, Phipps Conservatory & Botanical Gardens Executive Director Richard V. Piacentini, and Erica Cochran at Phipps’ Inspire Speaker Series. During “Breathe Easy: Healthy Places & Indoor Air Quality,” professors Loftness and Cochran, and Ashkin, spoke about ways to create healthy environments.

Kids expressed their inner rockstars at the UPMC Children’s Ball, which gathered 700 guests and raised $115,000 for the UPMC Health for Life Summer Camp at Braddock.

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Sidney Barlow’s wish was granted! Make-AWish and Brooks Brothers suited up the 18year-old Springdale native as part of a shopping spree. Barlow, who suffers from acute myeloid leukemia, was styled by personal shopper Brady Hill at the store’s Downtown location.

Kerry Stoner Award recipients Linda and Tony Bucci with Pittsburgh Aids Task Force (PATF) Executive Director Charles Christen at the PATF 27th Annual Benefit VIP Reception at Mansions on Fifth.

Holistic Health Coach Emily Levenson and I Made It! Market Director Carrie Nardini enjoyed the Creating Healthy Habits Workshop at Quiet Storm Coffeehouse in Bloomfield.

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Owner Melissa Evancic (left center) and the Pure Barre Mt. Lebanon team celebrated the fitness studio’s grand opening with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, raffles, class offers, and a runway show featuring hair and makeup by Posh Salon. New spring apparel by Karma, Splits 59, and lululemon athletica was also showcased!

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Dr. Stanley Thompson, The Heinz Endowments; Joe Lagana, founder and CEO, Homeless Children’s Education Fund; and Kevin Jenkins, The Pittsburgh Foundation, at the 14th Annual Champions for Children Benefit, where The Heinz Endowments and The Pittsburgh Foundation were recognized as this year’s honorees.

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Jennifer Sciullo of Gateway Rehab and Julie Shepard of The Pittsburgh Promise networked at Pittsburgh Business Times’ Business for Breakfast event, held at Sigmas Conference and Event Center in the North Hills.

Winners Connie Skavinski and Sarah Chicas at DePaul School for Hearing & Speech’s eighth annual A Night at the Races at St. Pamphilus Hall in Beechview.

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Tom and Lynda Waggoner, and sponsors Michael and Judy Cheteyan, at Society for Contemporary Craft’s Out of Hand! annual benefit, where bidding, buying, and dining were perfectly out of hand.

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Fairmont Pittsburgh went dark to shed light on climate change and support Earth Hour, which is organized by the World Wildlife Fund. The lights throughout the lobby and Andys bar were replaced with more than 100 luminaries and candles, as guests enjoyed “Cocktails

by Candlelight” and an “unplugged” performance by Tania Grubbs.

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It was all things peace, love, and rock n’ roll at the 15th Annual History Uncorked, organized by its stellar committee! Top row from L to R: Emily Chiodo, Brandi Smith, Noah Cohen, Lauren Norris, Martin Potoczny, History Center Senior Vice President Betty Arenth, Ryan Lammie, committee chair Nathan Boxx, Matt Arch, Angela Casale, and Ryan James.

Bottom row from L to R: Allison Saras, Sean Gray, Jill Albrecht, Colleen Coll, History Center Development Events Officer Mark Burnett, and Christina Alvino.

Yogis participated in Bikram Yoga Squirrel Hill’s second annual Pittsburgh Yoga Expo 2013, which featured a workshop and seminar

by Yoga Asana Champion Esak Garcia. Among the sea of in-sync bodies at the Pittsburgh Opera was owner Rebecca Rankin, volunteer Seth Gernot, and yoga instructor Beth Stein.

President and CEO of RT Connections, LLC Renee Thompson, with her husband Ashley, at her book release party, held at 3rd Street Gallery. The local registered nurse’s book, “‘Do No Harm’ Applies to Nurses Too!” tackles nurse-to-nurse bullying.

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Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre School student Gianna Christensen earned her first set of pointe shoes during a fitting at The Dancer’s Pointe in the Strip District. PBT School Principal Anastasia Wovchko individually instructed students during the sacred process.

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KDKA-TV’s Jon Delano and his wife Jane, co-interim director of the Denis Theatre Foundation, at “Denis Goes to the Oscars,” an Academy Awards viewing party to fundraise for the Mt. Lebanon theater’s first phase of renovation.

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Kevin Heher with his late father and Gift of Life Corporate honoree John V. Heher, and Brennan and Maureen Hart, at the Circuit Center & Ballroom for the Kidney Gift of Life Gala. The evening raised nearly $165,000 to benefit the National Kidney Foundation!

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Avon Club Foundation committee co-chair Jennifer Wagner; Paulo Nzambi, COO of Manchester Bidwell Corporation; and Carol Craig, Avon Club Foundation committee co-chair, gathered at Manchester Craftsmen’s Guild for the fourth biennial Havana Nights Gala.

Mike Schiller, Nancy Hart, and Bev Collier at the “Go Green Networking Event,” a celebration of sustainable living in our region and all things green! The Pittsburgh Social Exchange and The Green Building Alliance teamed up to host the business and social reception at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel and Suites Downtown.

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Brittany Pent, Miss Point Park 2013, and Melessie Clark, Miss Steeltown 2013, were awarded their crowns during the Miss Point Park Pageant, produced by student Alex Peterson. The young women will now go on to compete in the Miss Pennsylvania 2013 State Competition in June.

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Chrissy Jenness, Stacey Howard, Echo Bull, Kent Schmor of Dress for Success, Jennifer Childers, Rachel Kirsch, and Kandi Mori celebrated all things beautiful and bubbly at Dress for Success’ UNCYCLED Fashion Champagne Party at Perlé.

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Pittsburgh Post-Gazette sports writer Gene Collier, Myasthenia Gravis Association (MGA) Administrative Coordinator and MG patient Donna Kalisek, and former Steeler Andy Russell at the MGA 19th Annual Sports Memorabilia Auction, held at The Club at Nevillewood. More than 100 autographed, sports-related items were auctioned to benefit the organization.

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Peters Township High School student and Humanitarian Award winner Tiffany Trunk, Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania (GSWPA) CEO Patricia A. Burkart, and West Allegheny High School student and Girl of Distinction Award winner Jocelyn Perry at the annual GSWPA Awards of Distinction Luncheon at Fairmont Pittsburgh.

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Fans joined inspirational speaker, author, health coach, and The Real You/Food Mood Girl Lindsey Smith for her book release party at Embody Natural Health in Lawrenceville. Her second book, “Bliss Cleanse,” nurtures the process of cleansing with a holistic approach, including 101 seasonal recipes.

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KDKA-TV’s Bob Pompeani and Charles Smith, former University of Pittsburgh and NBA star, hosted “Legends for the Fan” at the Capital Grille. The afternoon featured a one-on-one interview — broadcast on 93.7 “The Fan” — lunch, and a private Q&A session.

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Jessica Maloney, Ryan Smith, Chelsea Banks, and Adam Paul Causgrove enjoyed an evening at the second annual B*tches Ball to benefit the Animal Rescue League Shelter & Wildlife Center.

Westmoreland Museum of American Art Director and CEO Judith O’Toole, Terry deRoy Gruber, Irv Gruber, Jamie deRoy, and Chief Curator Barbara Jones celebrated the opening night of Aaronel deRoy Gruber: Art(ist) in Motion.

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Maggie Hardy Magerko, Peg Wilson, and Heather Glaser joined 325 guests at the 8th Annual Celebrate & Share Women of Achievement Awards Dinner, which benefited Cribs for Kids.

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Guest speaker Jeff Tobe, author of “Coloring Outside the Lines” and “ANTICIPATE: Knowing What Customers Need Before They Do,” offered his findings to Cole Steams of Insurance Management Company at Business for Breakfast, a bimonthly executive networking event hosted by the Pittsburgh Business Times.

Bill and Diane Hallett were among 280 attendees who raised $100,000 for Wesley Spectrum Services at the 13th Annual Wesley Spectrum Gala, held at the Westin Convention Center Hotel.

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Geoffrey Kasse, Jack Casey, and Jodi Ward were the top fundraisers at the 7th Annual Pittsburgh Fight for Air Climb. Ward raised $3,699, Casey raised $3,605, and Kasse raised $2,925 for the American Lung Association.

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Carnegie Mellon University’s Department of Statistics kicked off its International Year of Statistics celebration. A lecture featuring renowned statistician Bradley Efron, pictured with CMU’s Stephen E. Fienberg, John Lehoczky, and Joseph B. Kadan, informed audiences of the complexities in astronomy and physics.

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The South Hills Chamber of Commerce hosted its Small Business Institute Conference at the Crowne Plaza — South, where Diane Ford and Connie Ruhl proudly delegated WPXI-TV’s Darieth Chisolm, owner of Fullbody Fitness Club, as keynote speaker.

Rob and Megan Glimcher posed with Elizabeth Patterson and Gary Niels, head of Winchester Thurston School, at Revelry on the Red Carpet, an annual event held at Fairmont Pittsburgh that raised $109,000 for the WT Fund.

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Experience the master y of jewelr y ar tist Paula Crevoshay. This exhibition of one-of-a-kind jewelr y showcases designs created from precious raw materials, and celebrates the beauty and wonder of the animal, plant, and mineral kingdoms.

Tamika Duck, Liz Pessaro, and Deana Keenan at Dress for Success’ “Essence of Leadership Breakfast Series 2013.” Pessaro, owner of Bluebird Kitchen in Market Square, kickstarted the event with her inspiring lecture entitled, “How I Traded Wall Street for Fresh Bread.”

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Southwestern Pennsylvania American Red Cross CEO Patricia Waldinger and Diane P. Holder, executive vice president, UPMC; president, UPMC Insurance Services Division; and president and CEO, UPMC Health Plan, at the Red Cross Ball, where a record-breaking $450,000 was raised! Holder received the Distinguished Leadership Award.

Ellen Ramsden and Jeff Skakalski at ACHIEVA’s Young Professional Kickoff Happy Hour, which included appetizers, drink specials, and prizes! Guests networked and met professionals and local leaders who have a keen interest in supporting individuals with disabilities.

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United Way of Allegheny County (UWAC) board members Ray Buehler and Casey Ryan, and UWAC President Bob Nelkin at the Women’s Leadership Council Wine Tasting Reception at Phipps Conservatory & Botanical Gardens. The organization has raised a hefty amount through its new initiative to support women undergoing intense changes in their lives.

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Five students from the Avonworth School District performed in the 2013 PMEA District 1 Junior High District Chorus West Festival. From left: Caroline Carlson (grade 9), Katie Carlson (grade 7), Maura Corder (grade 7), Jenna Foster (grade 9), and Alexandra Kirsch (grade 9).

Anthony Alfonsi and roastee Steve Blass at 102.5 WDVE’s sixth annual ‘DVE Celebrity Roast, which raised $10,000 for Pirates Charities and The Region 1 Athletic Fund! Blass, World Series Champ and Pittsburgh Pirates color commentator, was roasted by ‘DVE Morning Show Host Randy Baumann.

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PNC Bank President William Demchak and his wife Debbie served as event chairs at Heritage Community Initiatives’ Chair-ity Auction & Cocktail Party, a benefit at Renaissance Pittsburgh for the Heritage 4 Kids Early Learning Center.

USA Football Regional Manager Ed Passino lead USA Football’s 2013 Western Pennsylvania State Leadership Forum, presented by the Pittsburgh Steelers, at North Hills Junior High School.

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Quantum Theatre Artistic Director Karla Boos and Deanna Conti at the 10th Annual Q Ball, which raised more than $63,000 for the theater! Guests, including 375 art enthusiasts, enjoyed works of art, a live auction, and quirky performances.

Photograph from Sarah Ewalt

Pittsburgh City Council declared March 16, 2013 as “Saturday Light Brigade Day.” Celebrating the presentation of SLB Radio Productions, Inc.’s show, front row: Councilman Corey O’Connor, Councilman William Peduto, Rikki Berger, Larry Berger, and Councilman R. Daniel Lavelle. Middle row: Councilwoman Natalia Rudiak, Councilman Bruce Kraus, Councilman Ricky V. Burgess, and Councilman Patrick Dowd. Back row: Council President Darlene M. Harris.

Guinness the Irish Wolfhound with committee members Ellyn Lenz, Alex DeLoia, Sarah Ewalt, Jennifer Markus, Lee Bollinger, Madelynne Galatic, and Aileen Mondrinos at the second annual Sewickley Soup Crawl, where $3,000 was raised for the Sewickley Community Center Food Pantry and the Oasis Teen Center at the Sewickley Valley YMCA.

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You Say Tomato, I Say Shut Up!, CLO Cabaret, 412.456.6666

WPMSDC 37th Annual Business Opportunity Fair, Monroeville

through May 12

Convention Center, 412.391.4423

1968: The Year That Rocked America, Senator John Heinz History Center, 412.454.6000

Wednesday Wine Flight: Stunning Spain,Cabaret at

Move with Art, Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh, 412.322.5058

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St. Barnabas Charities Founder’s Day,

Marriott Pittsburgh North, 724.444.5521

Pittsburgh Improv Jam, Cabaret at

2012-13 Pittsburgh Go Red for Women Luncheon,

Exclusive

INTERVIEW WITH ERIC RIPERT ON PAGE 58!

Free to the People Yoga,

Benedum Center, 412.456.6666

May 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9

Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh — East Liberty, 412.363.8232

The Dish on Wish, Wish 99.7 FM

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Beach Blanket Brass!, Multiple

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Valley Brook Country Club, 412.261.4115

UPMC Health Plan Presents School of Swing,

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Pittsburgh Marathon VIP Reception, LeMont,

Dancing with the Celebrities of Pittsburgh, Westin Convention

412.586.7785

Center Hotel, 412.407.7440

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Women of Distinction Awards Luncheon,

Pittsburgh Wine Festival, Heinz

Field East and West Club Lounges, 412.281.2681

Liver Life Walk,

May 10-11

Maecenas Gala, Pittsburgh Opera HQ, 412.281.0912

Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, 412.622.6915

Tunch & Wolf’s Walk for the Homeless, Heinz Field,

May Market, Phipps

Three Rivers Youth Nellie Leadership Awards Gala,

Bride Murrysville, 724.327.4337

Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra Book Club — The Song of Names, Heinz Hall,

timbrogno@pittsburghsymphony.org

412.803.4138

Carnegie Music Hall, 412.441.5020

Colin Stetson with Sarah Neufeld of Arcade Fire, Andy

May 10-12

Essence of Australia Trunk Show, Exquisite

Mother’s Day Celebration,

Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium, 412.365.2532

Warhol Museum, 412.237.8300

Mother’s Day Brunch, The

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Fairmont Pittsburgh, 412.281.3466

Lisa Ferraro,

Barack Obama Academy, foodrevolutionday.com

Intersecting Art, Science, Material & Process Lecture, Society for Contemporary Craft, 412.261.7003

17th Annual Girls on the Run 5K, Hartwood Acres,

Highmark Walk for a Healthy Community, Stage AE,

Bikram Basics Q&A, Bikram

gotrmagee.org

Yoga Squirrel Hill, 412.586.7501

412.482.3240 x114

Sewickley Unleashed 5K Walk/ Run, 412.741.7530 Monongahela Valley Hospital’s 25th Annual Gala, Westin

Animal Friends, 412.847.7055

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Second Grade Schooltime — “Meet The Orchestra,” Heinz Hall,

2013 Nonprofit Job Search Seminar, Pittsburgh Summit, Wyndham

Convention Center Hotel, 412.456.6831

Food Revolution Day,

Mt. Lebanon Business District, 412.343.3407

Convention Center Hotel, 724.258.1000

Rite Cathedral, 412.392.4900

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Walk on Washington,

BYODog to Animal Friends’ W(h)ine! Tasting,

The Music of John Williams, Scottish

Business Times, 412.208.3809

May 17-19

Elgar, Grieg & Ravel, Heinz

Westmoreland Museum of American Art, 724.837.1500

Grand Hotel, 412.394.4271

Facebook Fan Night, Pittsburgh

Zoo & PPG Aquarium, 412.665.3640

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Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh — Lawrenceville, 412.682.3668

timbrogno@pittsburghsymphony.org

Wine Dinner Cruise, Phipps Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, 412.622.6914

Hall, 412.392.4900

Party in the Tropics, Heinz Field, 724.452.6014

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Rock for The Heart Foundation’s Heart Strings Sir Paul McCartney Performance, Heinz Rock Dance with Shari Richards, Sputzy, + Tony Janflone, Jr., Gateway Clipper

Fleet, 412.355.7980

Kennywood Park, 412.281.7244 x229 or x272

Spring Service of Remembrance and Blessing, Schenley Park, 412.578.5046

ToonSeum’s National Cartoon Society Convention, Omni William

Penn Hotel, 412.232.0199

Walk with Me Pittsburgh,

26 month-long BUTTERFLY FOREST,

Phipps Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, 412.622.6915

month-long Summer Flower Show, Phipps Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, 412.622.6915

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Gervasi Vineyard, 330.497.1000

Zoo & PPG Aquarium, 412.665.3640

United Way of Allegheny County Roger 2012 Campaign Humphries, Celebration Lunch Backstage Bar at & Program, Westin

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Habitat Restaurant, Fairmont Pittsburgh, 412.773.8848

spring hat luncheon

Theater Square, 412.456.6666

DICK’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon,

Sushi and Sake Cooking Class,

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The Dish on Wish, Wish 99.7 FM

Derby Day for a Cure, Laurel

Venue at Bella Sera, 724.745.5575 x11

WHIRL Manchester Wednesday, Craftsmen’s Guild, KDKA-TV, 9 a.m., 412.323.4000 whirlmagazine.com

The Dish on Wish, Wish 99.7 FM

412.665.3640

Valley Farm, 412.395.2889

Brunch with Mom, Pittsburgh

Dine at Mad Mex for Animal Friends, Mad

Mex Robinson, 412.847.7094

Cinco de Rhino, Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium,

Downtown — Liberty Avenue, 412.434.7044

Bishop’s Dinner for Catholic Charities, Westin Convention

Carnegie Library WHIRL of Pittsburgh Wednesday, — East Liberty, KDKA-TV, 9 a.m., 412.363.8232 whirlmagazine.com

National Kidney Foundation Cadillac Golf Classic,

Park, 412.682.7275 x220

Liver Life Challenge,

Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium, 412.434.7044

Byham Theater, 412.456.6666

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17th Annual Carnegie Science Awards, Carnegie

Austin’s Playroom Pittsburgh Project Lunch International Children’s Festival, & Fundraiser,

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The Dish on Wish, Wish 99.7 FM

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Theater Square, 412.325.6769

LHAS Annual Meeting, Duquesne

Free to the People Yoga,

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Wyndham Grand Hotel, 412.208.3505

Fairmont Pittsburgh, 412.823.8272 x2

Good vs. Evil, An Evening with Anthony Bourdain and Eric Ripert,

TO GET PHOTOS FROM PITTSBURGH’S BIGGEST EVENT

Other Desert Cities, O’Reilly

3rd Annual WISH 99.7 Purse Party & Charity Auction, Sheraton

Theater, 412.316.1600

Station Square Hotel, 412.875.9500

VisionPittsburgh Luncheon featuring Randy Dearth,

Union Orthotics and Prosthetics Golf Classic,

Duquesne Club, 412.208.3817

Quicksilver Golf Club, 724.935.6533

Read more about gardening in our special WHIRL@Home section, page106!

Photographs by Cayla Zahoran.

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East Meets Pittsburgh

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Just seven years ago, Silk Screen — a local nonprofit media arts organization — held its first Asian-American Film Festival, where more than 350 guests reveled in performances and food authentic to Asia at the opening night gala. In 2006, the eight-day festival showcased 22 films, attracting an audience of 2,000 people and national coverage. You can expect this year’s to be better than ever! Join fellow film lovers at Melwood Screening Room, Regent Square Theater, and Carnegie Museum of Natural History’s Earth Theater, May 10-19 for the eighth annual Asian-American Film Festival. Thirty films, many of international acclaim, will be featured during the nine-day extravaganza, with a mission of exposing local residents to an exciting cultural experience. Tickets for the opening film, “Midnight’s Children,” on May 11 are $20. A four-film pass is $30; an eight-film pass is $70.

Single tickets are $10; $5 for students with a valid ID. Tickets for the gala, and opening and closing films, can be purchased at silkscreenfestival.org or at the door.

refined tastes Ernest Hemingway once said: “A day without wine is like a day without sunshine.” We’re grape-ful that an entire day is dedicated to il vino on MAY 9! The Pittsburgh Wine Festival is returning for its 11th year with selections from more than 200 wineries pouring more than 500 distinct wines. “The wine selection committee has thoughtfully chosen a range of wines from small boutique wineries specializing in select varietals, to veteran powerhouses of the wine world,” says General Manager Dale Markham.

“You’ll also want to keep your eyes open for wine events to be taking place around the city during the week leading up to the big event at Heinz Field.”

For a list of participating vendors, and to purchase tickets, visit pittsburghwinefestival.com.

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Reginald and Cherri Brown, Sarah Steele, Christa Fleck, and Mary Ann Kaminski at the 2011 One Breath at a Time Gala.

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Award-winning editorial artist and illustrator Stacy Innerst is celebrating his artwork in the new book, “The Beatles Were Fab (and They Were Funny),” with a release party and art exhibit on May 17 at the Clemente Museum’s Engine House 25! From 7-10 p.m., guests can mingle with Innerst, a Pittsburgh resident, who’s been included in Luerzer’s 200 Best Illustrators Worldwide and has clients in the National Football League, Major League Baseball, and Ringling Bros. Circus. Authors Kathleen Krull and Paul Brewer, a husband-and-wife writing team, are known for their innovative, nonfiction writing for young readers. The mod read puts the spotlight on the Beatles’ sense of humor when they entered the music scene in the early 1960s — it’s perfect for educating your children about good tunes. Admission is free. Plus, enter to win a copy of the book at whirlmagazine.com!

SCAN HERE to win a Copy of the Book Photographs from Giles Nuttgens, Stacy Innerst.

4th Glad Hatter

Judy Woffington, Jackie Dixon

Ladies who lunch! The 15th Annual PNC Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy Spring Hat Luncheon will take place in Schenley Park at the Overlook, a venue with a remarkable landscape and urban view, on May 4. To date, the event has raised more than $5.5 million to benefit our city’s public parks and welcomes more than 500 guests annually. “Founding co-chairs Ritchie Battle, Audrey Hillman Fisher, and Teresa Heinz have set a standard for elegance that has become the event’s hallmark,” says Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy President and CEO Meg Cheever. With PNC Bank as the presenting sponsor since the beginning, the funds raised will benefit the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy’s activities. So be sure to don your finest hat, and we’ll see you there! (Gents are welcome, too.) Tickets are $250 and should be purchased by May 1 at pittsburghparks.org or by calling 412.682.7275 x220.

Patio is Open

11th Maecenas XXIX

Anne Stone, John Gurman

“This beloved affair on the grand stage will catch your eye with the same striking visual appeal of our worldclass productions,” says Pittsburgh Opera Special Events Manager Samuel Badger. On May 11, opera supporters and socialites will gather for the annual Maecenas Gala at the Benedum Center. Named for Gaius Cilnius Maecenas, the wealthy Roman statesman whose name has become a byword for patrons of the arts, the gala packs an exciting surprise each year — extra special for 2013 is the celebration of the opera’s 75th anniversary season! Guests will enjoy delicious bites by All in Good Taste Productions and entertainment

by The Nick Dialoiso Orchestra. The night will honor Dr. Jared Cohen, Carnegie Mellon University president, with the Lifetime Achievement Award, and will be chaired by Dr. Lisa Cibik. For tickets, visit pittsburghopera.org or call 412.281.0912. — Alex Riccardi

22nd Promising Futures

Jennifer Schipani, Alena Jackson, Stephanie Turman

A glimmer of hope and a little promise go a long way. On MAY 22, the 19th annual POWER Promises, A Night of Hope will be held to celebrate women recovering from addiction. To be held at Rodef Shalom Congregation, and chaired by Cindy Shapira, the night will feature dinner and a live and silent auction. “Last year was a huge success!” says Emily Stimmel, POWER Development and Communications Associate. “We raised $130,000 and are hoping to match or surpass that this year.” The Seeds of Hope Award will be presented to Judi and Ron Owen, supporters, advocates, and founders of the Sarah Kristin Owen Fund of The Pittsburgh Foundation.

To support and attend, visit power-recovery.com or call 412.243.7535. — A.R.

23rd Support the Summit

Jeanne Bell

More than 1,000 nonprofit supporters will gather at the Wyndham Grand Hotel on MAY 23 for The Greater Pittsburgh 2013 Nonprofit Summit: From Ideas to Action. Pittsburgh’s nonprofit organizations generate $16.7 billion of expenses, with Allegheny County encompassing $13.2 billion alone! Hosted by the Greater Pittsburgh Nonprofit Partnership and The Forbes Fund, the event’s aim is to network and strengthen economic and community organizations, health and human service agencies, and arts and environmental organizations in Western Pennsylvania. Jeanne Bell, CEO of San Franciscobased CompassPoint Nonprofit Services, will provide the keynote presentation. The Partnership is the largest metropolitan association of nonprofits nationwide! For more information and to register, visit forbesfunds.org.

Photographs by Cayla Zahoran, from King Communications, Inc.

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By Rachel Jones

broadway, baby!

inspiring innovation

42nd Street is the Broadway hit about performing in a Broadway hit! When Peggy Sawyer arrives in New York from Allentown, Pa., she has big dreams of seeing her name in bright lights. Her future on the stage may seem a little dim at first, but fate has other plans for Peggy! Like the show’s character Julian Marsh says in his iconic line, “You’re going out there a youngster, but you’ve got to come back a star!” Pittsburgh CLO presents the Tony Award®-winning musical May 31-June 9 at the Benedum Center, and we guarantee you’ll be tapping along to the amazing dance numbers. Get swept up in the classic songs, too, like “We’re in the Money,” “Lullaby of Broadway,” and, of course, “42nd Street.” Benedum Center, Downtown. Tickets: 412.456.6666. pittsburghclo.org.

Phipps Conservatory has a lot to be proud of, from having the most energy efficient conservatory in the world to achieving the Living Building Challenge. To share these monumental accomplishments, as well as the difficult path it took to get there, the first book in a new series on living buildings is being publishing this month, showcasing this Pittsburgh gem. “Building in Bloom” outlines Phipps’ origins and its three phases of expansion, which led to the Welcome Center, Tropical Garden Conservatory, and finally, a living, growing building. The book focuses on this final achievement, the completion of Phipps’ Center for Sustainable Landscapes, and the ways in which the building accomplishes the Living Building Challenge through its site, energy, materials, water, indoor quality, and beauty. “Building in Bloom” lets Phipps shine as an educational example of green innovation, and Phipps’ story, which began in 1893 with the goal of bringing beauty to a city of coal and steel, is intriguing, dramatic, and inspiring. Building in Bloom: The Making of the Center for Sustainable Landscapes at Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens. — Lauren Schmeer

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It captured our hearts on the silver screen in 1999, and now it’s ready to do it again on the stage. Disney’s Tarzan is swinging into the Byham Theater from May 9-19. Set to the sounds of Phil Collins’ score, Tarzan, played by David Toole, tells the heartwarming story of a baby boy orphaned in West Africa who is taken in and raised by gorillas. It’s not until he becomes an adult that he encounters another human, Jane, and learns the true meaning of love, family, and who he is. The action-packed musical features songs from the original motion picture, including “Two Worlds” and “You’ll Be in My Heart,” which won an Oscar for Best Original Song. Broadway veteran David Henry Hwang wrote the book to accompany Collins’ beautiful music.

Byham Theater, Downtown.

412.456.6666. TrustArts.org.

Photographs from Matt Polk, Rockhan Photography, Phipps Conservatory & Botanical Gardens.

long, hot summer

Tim McGraw

There’s not better way to celebrate the outdoor concert season than with a tailgate party followed by a country show. And with the 2013 Baierl Subaru Country Megaticket, First Niagara Pavilion is ready to keep you rocking all summer long. Only tickets for individual shows remain, but there are plenty of great options! The powerhouse lineup is packed with some of country music’s biggest stars, including Luke Bryan, Toby Keith, and Keith Urban. But it’s Tim McGraw who will be kicking off the series with Brantley Gilbert and Love and Theft.

Truck yeah! First Niagara Pavilion, Burgettstown.

724.947.7400. livenation. com. Tim McGraw, timmcgraw.com.

May 18 • Tim McGraw with

Brantley Gilbert and Love and Theft

June 1 • Brad Paisley with Chris Young and Lee Brice

June 15 • Toby Keith with Kip Moore August 2 • Blake Shelton with

Easton Corbin and Jana Kramer

August 16 • Jason Aldean with Jake

Owen and Thomas Rhett

September 6 • Rascal Flatts with The Band Perry

September 13 • Keith Urban with Little Big Town and Dustin Lynch

September 28 • Luke Bryan with

Thompson Square and Florida Georgia Line

the boys

are back in town After taking a break in 2009 to work on independent projects, the members of Fall Out Boy have reunited — and it feels so good!

The pop punk band first emerged from the underground scene in 2005 with From Under the Cork Tree. Fans who have been hooked since that double-platinum album welcomed the return by rushing out to buy tickets to the Save Rock and Roll tour. The band’s stop at Stage AE on May 21 is already sold out! And with old favorites like “Dance, Dance” and new hits like “My Songs Know What You Did in the Dark (Light ‘em Up)” still getting major radio play, it’s safe to say Fall Out Boy is not going down, sugar. Stage AE, North Shore.

412.229.5483. promowestlive.com. Fall Out Boy, falloutboyrock.com.

Fall Out Boy

artist interview

he’s fine by us

Pop singer-songwriter Andy Grammer, 29, drops by Mr. Smalls Theatre in Millvale on MAY 2! Best known for hits “Keep Your Head Up” and “Fine By Me,” he’s been compared to Jason Mraz and Jack Johnson — two of his biggest influences. We caught up with the acoustic artist whose day-to-day attitude reflects his original tunes. — Andrea Bosco Why do you think your fans love and relate to your music?

I don’t know why they love it [he laughs].

Hopefully because it’s honest and well done.

Whatever the reason, I’m pumped they do.

While on tour, what can’t you live without?

Who are your biggest influences?

5-hour Energy. Sleep can be a hard thing to come by. I rock those to keep me going.

One part piano rock (Coldplay, OneRepublic). One part hiphop (Lauryn Hill, Lupe Fiasco, K’naan). One part acoustic singer-songwriter (John Mayer, Jason Mraz, Jack Johnson).

Explain your ultimate songwriting environment.

Time. It can really be anywhere — what’s most important is having the time; not being afraid of the clock.

That’s when I feel like the best stuff comes out — when I am in an environment that I can just mess around and have fun.

Breakfast. What is your go-to?

A Clif Bar. Keep it simple and fast. You can shove it down while walking into a radio station.

Photographs from First Niagara Pavilion, PromoWest North Shore, Michael Charlson.

To purchase tickets to Grammer’s show (Parachute and Andrew Ripp are headlining!), visit ticketweb. com/mrsmalls or call the Mr. Smalls Theatre box office at 412.821.4447.

Read the rest of our interview online at whirlmagazine.com!

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Sponsored by

The Dizzy Gillespie Alumni AllStar Band at MCG Music Hall.

Edited by Andrea Bosco

jazzy fresh For years, Pittsburgh has been one of the world’s foremost cities for the development and showcasing of jazz artists. A significant force in today’s jazz scene is Grammy Award-winning MCG Jazz — one of the inspiring programs at Manchester Craftsmen’s Guild. Its mission is to preserve, present, and promote jazz — with a continuation of producing results that will win praise, awards, and respect in the local, national, and international levels of the jazz community.

Since 1987, MCG Jazz has united audiences at its 350-seat North Side music hall for performances by jazz greats, including Dizzy Gillespie, Billy Taylor, Stanley Turrentine, Ray Brown, Herbie Hancock, and Nancy Wilson — just to name a few. MCG Jazz’s 2013-14 subscription series kicks off with the “Jazz Legends Party” in September. This year’s celebration includes an exclusive presentation by Pittsburgh native and National Endowment for the Arts Jazz Master Ahmad Jamal. Past “Jazz Legends” honorees have included Don Aliquo Sr.; the late Charles “Chuck” Austin; Harold Betters; Cecil Brooks II; Frank Cunimondo; Joe Dallas; Nelson Harrison; Roger Humphries; James Johnson Jr.; the late Gene Ludwig; Art Nance; Joe Negri; J. Warren Watson; and John Wilson.

“Huntington applauds MCG Jazz for strengthening the Pittsburgh jazz scene and contributing to our region’s diverse cultural and artistic community,” says regional bank President Susie Shipley. “As one of this

vision becomes reality

No rose-colored glasses needed for Eyetique, as the company is focusing onward and upward! The family-owned eyewear retailer acquired three optical sites within Everett & Hurite Ophthalmic Association locations in McMurray, Cranberry, and Downtown — all of which open May 1. “The quality of service at Everett & Hurite is parallel to the quality that Eyetique provides,” says Norman Childs, Eyetique founder and president. “It’s the perfect marriage for both of us.” Offering more than 40 international brands, including Oliver Peoples, Theo, Ray Ban, Oakley, and Coach, the new locations also offer Norman Childs Eyewear. With certified opticians at each location, patients are guaranteed with lifetime service at any Eyetique

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year’s ‘Legends Party’ and series sponsors, we are honored to celebrate some of jazz’s most gifted artists, as well as their contributions to jazz and the energy and recognition they bring home to Pittsburgh.”

MCG Jazz embodies a vision articulated by founder Bill Strickland, whose belief that “our lives will be enriched, even transformed, through direct involvement in the making of art and personal exposure to the masters who teach and perform” is at the heart of all MCG programs.

“What’s exciting this year is the opportunity to create heightened awareness in the community of our great local legends, as well as some of the most legendary names in jazz,” says MCG Jazz Executive Producer Marty Ashby. “When you look at the upcoming subscription series and see names like Ahmad Jamal, who was born and has lived right here in Pittsburgh — Joshua Redman, Diane Schuur, Brad Mehldau, and The Pittsburgh Jazz Orchestra with Freddy Cole — you see what a rich future we have to look forward to once again.”

To inquire about the concert series or the “Jazz Legends Party,” call the MCG Jazz Box Office at 412.322.0800, or visit mcgjazz.org. For sponsorship information, please contact Director of Development Jennifer Boughner at 412.323.4000 x264. — Bill Eiler, Kim Ravenda Huntington Bank, huntington.com.

Norman Childs Eyewear Vintage 13 Col. Matt Tokyo Tortoise.

store. “This will enhance the total eye care experience for our patients,” says Everett & Hurite practice administrator Steve McLean. The three locations are part of Eyetique’s expansion plan, with a goal of increasing to 20 locations by year-end. Eyetique, eyetique.com. Everett & Hurite Ophthalmic Association, everett-hurite.com.

Photograph from Robert Bowman, Michael Sahaida Studios.

take me downtown It’s been a bustling year for Pittsburgh! We’ve curated research brought to you by the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership’s 2012 Annual Report, tracking the progress, projects, and initiatives that are assisting in the continued growth and development of our city’s most important neighborhood. Speaking of progress, according to CEO Jeremy Waldrup, the partnership’s Paris to Pittsburgh façade program celebrated the approval of its 40th grant! “There are 60 currently active and announced projects, with an anticipated $2.2 billion in investments,” says Waldrup. “The best is yet to come.”

Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership, downtownpittsburgh.com.

Clean and Safe Program

• Trash Removed: 1.225 million pounds • Graffiti Tags Removed: 3,315 • Miles of Sidewalks Power-Washed: 23.7 • Homeless Outreach Contacts Initiated: 643 Transportation

• 2,009 Downtown visitors were assisted through the PDP Parking Reservation Service.

• 65,000 hard copies and 16,264 online downloads of the Downtown Made Easy Guide were distributed.

Volunteers

• There was a 332 percent increase in the number of volunteers assisting with a wide variety of projects, including painting fixtures and performing landscaping projects.

New Accolades

• Pittsburgh was named in the top 15 Hottest American Cities of the Future by Yahoo! Finance.

• @DowntownPitt attracted its 10,000th Twitter follower.

• Seven Sidewalk Activation projects were approved, representing $341,441 in total new investment, and six Façade Improvement Projects were approved, totaling $400,484 in new investment.

• American Planning Association named Grant Street one of the 10 Best Streets in America.

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A hop, skip, and a jump ahead

By Nicole Barley | Photograph by Cayla Zahoran Shot on location at the Pittsburgh Marathon’s offices.

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t’s a win-win. That’s how Meyer “Skip” Grinberg describes his community service endeavors — not only does the charity benefit, so too does the volunteer. That winning philosophy has led Grinberg to commit so much of his time to nonprofit organizations, most prominently, the Pittsburgh Three Rivers Marathon. Grinberg is president of the marathon’s Board of Directors, which he has participated in since 2009, when the race was successfully brought back to the city’s streets.

That fulfilling feeling isn’t the only thing that inspires Grinberg’s avid volunteerism. It’s also his background, having been raised by parents who were constantly giving back, along with the fun and friendships that these experiences bring him. Standing at the finish line of the marathon last year provided Grinberg with countless

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opportunities to see his team’s work is action. “The thing that inspires me most about this is seeing the everyday person, who has really spent a lot of time training, come across the finish line in four-and-a-half hours with tears in their eyes, and they feel like they have conquered the world — it’s just very, very gratifying.”

Grinberg also knows that feeling of exhilaration firsthand, as he was a dedicated runner for 40 years of his life, having run a marathon for charity in Israel in 1988, a race which he ran to raise money for a family with four adopted children with Down syndrome.

Also gratifying is the seemingly exponential growth the marathon has experienced since 2009. “We started off not even knowing whether it would last past the first year, and here we are at 30,000 runners,” he says.

But the effects of the marathon team’s efforts reach far beyond the action over those 26.2 miles. “A race is a race, and it’s wonderful that people get to participate, but we are doing some really good stuff,” he says. “People are able to use our event as a really positive thing for the community.” The most important aspect of this megaevent, in Grinberg’s eyes, is the lasting and far-reaching contributions it makes to the community. Last year, the race raised more than $2 million for participating charities, and estimates of how much will be generated during this May’s marathon go far beyond that. Race weekend, which will gather 4,000 local volunteers for the cause, is also projected to bring upwards of $8 million in revenue to the city, along with the arrival of nearly 10,000 guests. Throughout the year, the marathon has also implemented wellness programs and running groups, and engaged in international outreach. For example, this past March, the Pittsburgh Marathon hosted a “first wave” of the race in Turkmenistan, teaming up with the America300 Foundation to present an eight-kilometer race to 250 servicemen, marines, embassy personnel, and locals in the former Soviet republic.

How exactly has all of this success come together in such a short time? Grinberg attributes the achievement to a lot of hard work and an outstanding team, which he lauds for their outstanding efforts — and vice versa.

“Skip has been an advocate for us since he began his presidency, and I am honored to be working with him. He is a true leader for us,” says Adriane Deithorn, director of development for the Pittsburgh Three Rivers Marathon. “He has vision, a drive, and commitment to achieve our mission, and he also has the skills to help us make that happen.” Beyond his commitment to the marathon, Grinberg also devotes time to Partnership2Gether, an organization that works to strengthen the relationship between the Jewish community in Pittsburgh and the Karmiel-Misgav region of Israel. In fact, he travels there twice yearly, has helped establish a 20-mile bicycle trail in the area, and has made lasting friendships with the residents there. Grinberg is also chairman of the Community Relations Council, an officer of the Jewish Assistance Fund, and sits on the Board of Directors of the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh.

This month, he will also be honor with the Manny Gold Humanitarian Award from the Jewish Sports Hall of Fame. That’s not to mention his day job as a financial planner with Luttner Financial Group.

Professional and personal success?

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Punch It

By Rachel Jones | Photograph by Cayla Zahoran

A spin in a 2013 Porsche 911 Carrera S brings out our inner Danica Patrick

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he Porsche 911 Carrera S is put together like no car I’ve ever driven. The engine is in the back, the trunk is under the hood, and the key goes on the left side. “It was designed that way in the 1930s to accommodate race car drivers,” explains Archibald Wiese III, a sales professional at Auto Palace Porsche. “They’d jump in the driver’s side window, turn the key on the left, and move the gears at the right. It’s much faster that way.”

Moving fast is what this car does best. While WHIRL staff photographer Cayla Zahoran finishes taking shots of the sleek black ride, Wiese shows us his favorite part of the car. With a quick flick of the wrist, the engine unleashes a thunderous boom.

This car doesn’t just sound like a beast — it is one! Top speed clocks in at 188 mph, and it jumps from 0 to 60 mph in 4.3 seconds.

Wiese reminds me of these stats as I adjust the rearview mirror. The silver notches on the steering wheel also adjust the gears, just like when you play a video game. And while I turned into a giggling schoolgirl at the offer of getting behind the wheel, I’ve since graduated into a wannabe race car driver with Bigelow Boulevard as my speedway.

As I come around the curve of the road, Wiese pushes a button to adjust the sports exhaust. Instantly, my roaring lioness of a car turns into a purring kitten. My speed stays the same, but the sound makes a world of difference. This car exudes form meets function, giving the power of a sports car with the versatility of a front-wheel drive. I mean, any car engineered in Germany has to be able to handle the Autobahn, right?

When we merge onto I-579, Wiese gets me back to the powerful sound I missed.

“After we come around this curve,” he says, “punch it!” My black flat shoe connects with the gas pedal, and we cruise down the open road. I smile like someone just told me I could have chocolate cake for breakfast. Then, my five minutes is up.

With the speed of a pit crew, I climb in the back seat and Zahoran takes us back to Auto Palace Porsche. I didn’t get to see much of her time at the wheel though.

The convertible kept the wind in my face and my eyes mostly shut. But when the 10-minute test drive is over, I definitely have the teased hair to prove I was along for the ride. Totally worth it.

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More than 650 guests were transported to the Emerald Isle as they entered the Heinz Field East Club Lounge, in what resembled the streets of Dublin, for the 37th Annual American Ireland Fund Gala! This year, Gateway Financial President and CEO David J. Malone was honored. “The theme, ‘Heart of the Community,’ came from Malone’s long list of one good organization after another that he’s lent a hand to,” says event planner Theresa Kaufman. A belief overtly unanimous, as $825,000 was raised for The Ireland Funds! Attendees dined on rich Irish fare, including battered haddock with sliced, red skin potatoes, red cabbage slaw, and curry aioli. The Guinness was flowing as Red Hand Paddy entertained and Burke Conroy School Irish dancers performed — a Gaelic name artist Jon Webber shared his talents, too! Honorary guests included Pat Rabbitte, Irish minister of communications, energy, and natural resources, and Kieran McLoughlin, CEO of Worldwide Ireland Funds. Each guest left all smiles with a Wendell August bronze, hand-stamped shamrock adorning a popular Irish blessing. — A.B.

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JCC Big Night: Time of Our Lives Steve Mendelson & Toni Chiappini

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More than 900 guests, including Pittsburgh Councilman Corey O’Connor, dug out their brightly colored leg warmers to party like it was 1985 at the Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh’s seventh annual “Big Night” celebration. Held in the Irene Kaufmann Building in Squirrel Hill, the evening raised more than $500,000 for the JCC’s scholarship programs.

Attendees were transported back in time with an MTV lounge, a video game arcade (Pac-Man!), tuna noodle casserole, and Madonna and Michael Jackson impersonators! This “Big Night” called for big prizes, including a two-year lease on a BMW X1 and a $7,500 Henne Jewelers shopping spree. “This year’s event was so successful,” says Cathy Green Samuels, senior director of marketing and sales. “We raised more than a half-million dollars to support JCC programming that is critical to so many members of the community, and we had so much fun doing it!” — L.C.G.

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18th Annual Empty Bowls Dinner

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Congressman Mike Doyle, Rep. Dan Frankel, Sen. Jay Costa Photographs by Cayla Zahoran.

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Soup satisfied the souls of more than 1,500 guests at the 18th Annual Empty Bowls Dinner, hosted by the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank and Just Harvest — two local nonprofits working to end hunger and poverty in Allegheny County. This year, $50,000 was raised, adding to the $500,000 accumulated over the past 17 years. “Empty Bowls reminds us that somewhere in this country on any given day, there are people waiting in line for food,” says Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank CEO Lisa Scales. Held at Rodef Shalom Congregation, friends and families gathered to enjoy a bowl of homemade soup and a slice of warm bread donated by 25 local restaurants and caterers. As part of the silent auction, ceramic bowls signed by stars such as Stevie Nicks, Franco Harris, and Daniel Radcliffe were auctioned! All guests left with a hand-made bowl fashioned by experienced and amateur potters from the region’s schools and studios. “Standing in the soup line at Empty Bowls puts us in the shoes of children, seniors, and working families that just can’t make ends meet,” says Scales. “The bowls we take home remind us of that experience.” — A.J. Go to whirlmagazine.com

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REACH FOR A STAR: A GALA EVENING

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Lynne Federle, Bonnie Federle, Debbie Federle

More than 300 guests gathered at the Hilton Garden Inn — Southpointe as The Center for Theater Arts of Mt. Lebanon hosted its most successful Reach for a Star Gala to date! Proceeds from the event will fund scholarships for students of all ages, including those with special needs. CTA Executive Director Billy Hartung says, “All who come in contact with our high quality programs, productions, outreach efforts, and fundraiser have experienced the magic that is The Center for Theater Arts. We have played an important role in our community and in the lives of thousands of students and families.” Special guest, Broadway star, and CTA alumnus Tim Federle took to the stage during the Patrons Reception, charming VIPs with his many talents. Steve and Maureen Thompson were awarded Volunteers of the Year for their commitment to the organization’s Special Actors program, and student Lindsey Johnston accepted the Meghan Moorhead Courage Award. Following dinner and a live auction, CTA students wrapped the evening with a performance that brought attendees to their feet. — A.J. Go to whirlmagazine.com

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Familylinks “Just Jazz” Benefit Concert

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Nearly 260 guests made their way into the August Wilson Center in the Cultural District for a night of jazz, cocktails, and $60,000 in fundraising for Familylinks, a nonprofit that assists struggling individuals and families in Pittsburgh. The evening commenced with bites from SAVOY Restaurant and Lounge, whose owner Chuck Sanders served as honorary chair. Sanders, the CEO of Urban Lending Solutions, was celebrated for a recent accolade — he was named Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year! Sponsored by BNY Mellon Jazz, the night featured performances by Lisa Yvonne Ferraro with Mike Tomaro, the Three Rivers Jazz Orchestra, and Benny Benack, Jr. and ELEVATIONS. A pair of ‘40s-inspired swing dancers wowed the crowd, and an original painting by famed local artist Tom Mosser was auctioned off for $3,000. “We were very excited about the opportunity to work with local jazz legends,” says Familylinks CEO Frederick A. Massey, Jr. “The funds raised will help thousands of people struggling with life issues in our region.” — A.J. Go to whirlmagazine.com

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bravery & Beauty Charity Fashion Show Erin Bell, Lea Guarino, Danielle Danzuso

Fashion fanatics gathered for the first Bravery & Beauty Charity Fashion Show, an evening centered on strength, safety, and style. Benefiting Crisis Center North (CCN), the night was dedicated to illustrating women’s battles against domestic abuse and honored 21-year-old Karissa Kunco, whose life was taken last year. Guarino Group Productions and Dani’s Hair Loft partnered, showcasing the latest in designs from Caché and Exhibit D to 250 attendees at Altar Bar in the Strip District. The show’s elements, along with performances by Carpelz Center dancers, conveyed an emotional story. “The highlight of the evening was when the three survivors of domestic violence, who shared their painful stories, were honored on stage,” says event producer Lea Guarino. “The fashion show was full of talent, expression, and emotion.” The event raised more than $10,000 for CCN. — S.B.

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Bella Bridesmaid Grand Opening Stephanie & David Nardiello

Bridget Pope has filled a void in Pittsburgh’s wedding scene.

Every bride-to-be and her party desires the glamorous, dresssearch outing, held in a beautiful space. At Bella Bridesmaid, the boutique is yours. By appointment only, the Upper St. Clair shop offers a personalized experience and a collection for the modern bridesmaid. With more than 40 franchise locations across the U.S., Pope’s is the first in Pennsylvania. The grand opening offered wine, cheese, and custom Bethel Bakery cookies to guests. “The event was a great opportunity, not only for local wedding vendors, but also other businesses that have supported Bella Bridesmaid to come see what it’s all about,” says Pope. “I think people are really pleased to see that you can now find some of the most popular bridesmaid dress designers in Pittsburgh.” The boutique-style showroom offers a selection of labels, including Amsale, Jenny Yoo, Lula Kate, and The Dessy Collection. — A.B.

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LHAS Black and White Bash Debbie Kass, Charlie Batch & LaTasha Wilson-Batch, Jill Sandilla

Allan & Mary Ellen Wampler, Carole & Dan Kamin

More than 200 attendees, including Charlie Batch and wife LaTasha, joined in raising $40,000 at the Black and White Bash! The inaugural night of dinner, dancing, and dogs benefited Ladies Hospital Aid Society’s Pups with Purpose Therapy Dog program, which helps to increase the number of therapy dogs in hospitals and care settings and provide financial assistance for service dogs. Guests were entertained by Frank Sinatra impersonator Guy Matone, and therapy dogs Hercules and Romeo tagged along with owner, pet lover, and event chair Laura Kronk. Held at the UPMC Shadyside Herberman Conference Center, a vodka tasting and cocktail reception preceded the night’s forthcomings.

“This is a much-needed program for the Pittsburgh area — therapy dogs help everyone!” says host committee member Heather Chronis. — L.C.G.

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Pittsburgh Bridal Showcase + Wedding Expo Something old, something new ... something for everyone! More than 2,000 attendees, including 700 anxious brides-to-be, made their way through the Pittsburgh Bridal Showcase + Wedding Expo, an event in its 24th year! More than 200 of Pittsburgh’s most prestigious wedding vendors shared their products and skills — from cakes, florists, photographers, honeymoon packages, and tuxedo options. Pittsburgh Bridal Showcase & Event Vendor Network Producer Sal Richetti says his favorite part was “seeing all of the happy brides.” “I loved seeing the brides and the vendors do good business with each other,” he says. Guests snacked on shrimp cocktail as they perused vendor booths, using $1,000 in “bridal bucks” they received upon arrival (along with a copy of the latest WHIRL Wedding Guide). Back-to-back fashion shows brought wedding dress designs to life, and other viewing options included linens, rentals, and lighting and entertainment companies. “This was the real deal show,” says Richetti. — A.R.

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Prudential Preferred Realty spent an afternoon celebrating at the company’s awards luncheon, where 154 of the highest performing sales associates in Southwestern Pennsylvania were recognized for their achievements in 2012. More than 290 guests attended the annual event at Rivers Casino, where honorees received the nationally recognized Chairman’s Circle, President’s Circle, Leading Edge, and Honor Society awards. The local award levels of Bronze and Rookie of the Year were also recognized. “Every year, we are so proud to recognize the outstanding production of our sales associates,” says Prudential owner and CEO Ron Croushore. Locally owned and operated, Prudential Preferred Realty has more than 600 residential sales associates in the region. — L.C.G.

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Who’s hungry? We pretty much always are, so this month we’re noodling around with a roundup of rich and comforting macaroni and cheese dishes. We’ve also compiled a list of Mother’s Day brunch offerings, new spring menus, and places to eat, along with post-race fuel ideas for marathon runners. Want more? We dish with Eric Ripert about his upcoming Pittsburgh appearance with Anthony Bourdain, and we dine at Plum PanAsian Kitchen in this month’s Desk to Dinner installment. Delish!

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Duck Mac + Cheese

Sonoma Sonoma Executive Chef James Rogers starts his sauce with Mimolette, an aged French cheese, which is “like cheddar, but the flavor is sharper, more developed.”

Cavatappi pasta is then mixed with shredded duck and topped with crispy panko. Why duck? “It’s a blank slate like chicken, but with a more unique flavor and more richness, and you can taste it through the cheese sauce,” says Rogers. P.S. The dish is cleverly referred to as “Quack and Cheese” by the restaurant’s wait staff. Roger recommends pairing it with a nice draft beer, perhaps one of the Belgian variety or a hoppy IPA. Sonoma, 947 Penn Ave., Downtown. 412.697.1336. thesonomagrille.com.

Lobster Mac + Cheese

Tamari Tamari takes its mac and cheese to another level by lacing it with lobster. White cheddar and Fontina cheeses serve as the base for the sauce. Chunks of langoustine are incorporated throughout, and a succulent lobster tail is placed atop the crunchy panko breadcrumbs, and finished off with a drizzle of truffle oil.

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mac attack • Mmm, mac and cheese. It’s the ultimate comfort food, reminiscent of childhood, belly-warming, and indulgent. These creative culinary minds found a few ways to take it up a notch, changing it from a kid-approved snack to an adult-worthy dish (the drink pairings don’t hurt either). We also got the scoop on what makes a mac and cheese recipe really, ridiculously good. The secret, as any of these chefs will tell you, is in the sauce.

Mac + Cheese Hot Dog

D’s Six Pax and Dogz This mac and cheese is “inspired by traditional Southern barbecue side dishes,” says D’s Six Pax and Dogz Executive Chef Corey Flesse. What makes it nontraditional is taking the pasta dish and turning it into “the perfect topping for a hot dog. Add it, and it becomes magic,” says Flesse of his secretive, three-cheese-blend mac. Make the combo even homier (and reminiscent of childhood!) with a squirt of Heinz 57 on top. Make it adult by ordering a pint of Victory Swing Session Saison Ale, a crisp beer that cuts through the creaminess of the cheese. D’s Six Pax and Dogz, 1118 S. Braddock Ave., Swissvale. 412.241.4666. ds6pax.com.

Buffalo Mac + Cheese

Industry Public House “Mac and cheese is becoming very exotic, which I’m very into, but I figured a lot of people like to take it to their comfort zone and indulge,” says Industry Public House Executive Chef Lia Davidson-Welling. This one’s rich all right. Boneless wings, house-made buffalo sauce, and creamy, cheddar cheese sauce are combined with cavatappi, a popular choice of pasta because “it fills in the holes, it’s all twisty and turn-y, and it catches everything in all of the good nooks and crannies.”

Order a signature Industry House IPH draft, and you’re set.

After all, “Everybody needs a splurge every once in a while,” says Davidson-Welling. Industry Public House, 4305 Butler St., Lawrenceville. 412.683.1100. industrypgh.com.

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Seafood King Sails to Pittsburgh

By Andrea Bosco Photograph from Nigel Parry On May 6, the Benedum Center will become a space for story time, but leave your milk and cookies at home — this is an adults-only show. Famed chefs Anthony Bourdain and Eric Ripert will deliver unscripted, laugh-inducing stories from their darkest kitchen days to their most exotic culinary quests. And, of course antics — like the one at their Vegas performance where Bourdain forced Ripert to try his first Hostess Twinkie blindfolded.

We caught up with Ripert, co-owner and executive chef of New York City’s esteemed Le Bernardin, who’s looking

forward to his “Good vs. Evil” tour stop in Pittsburgh.

“We are having fun,” he says.

“That’s the best part about it. We are laughing a lot and making people laugh. At the same time, I think it’s offering an experience where people can learn something.” Ripert emigrated to the states in 1989 as sous chef in the Watergate Hotel’s Jean-Louis Palladin restaurant.

Following a two-year assignment in Washington, D.C., he relocated to New York City to work for American chef and restaurateur David Bouley.

Pursued by Le Bernardin Executive Chef Gilbert Le Coze, Ripert made a connection and took Le Coze’s place after he died unexpectedly.

Soon after, Ripert became partowner and, at 29, was awarded his first of five four-star ratings from the New York Times. With such wonderful critical acclaim and infinite stars over the years, Ripert is humbled and says he doesn’t focus on what he’s achieved.

“You never think like that,” he says. “I mean, obviously you celebrate when it is time to celebrate, but I think about the work we have to do — about all of the challenges we face. That’s the main focus, and sometimes you get overwhelmed.”

He often appears as a guest judge on Bravo’s “Top Chef,” and hosts a “Get Toasted” series on his website, aveceric.com, where he instructs easy how-tos on quick meals that can be prepared in a toaster oven — in his kitchen he uses a Cuisinart brick- oven based toaster!

A self-proclaimed king of condiments with pepper being his spice of choice, Ripert agrees it’s all in moderation. He feels healthy eating is a trend that’s here to stay — a belief Bourdain burns him up

about while on stage, he says.

As chair of City Harvest’s Food Council, Ripert is making a phenomenal impact to assist hungry New Yorkers and end hunger in communities through food rescue and distribution and education. In its 30th year, the organization has distributed more than 300 million pounds of food to a network of nearly 600 community food programs throughout the city.

As the man in charge of the Temple of Seafood, a moniker for Le Bernardin, what do you think his ideal meal is? “Coq au vin,” he says, literally translating “rooster with wine.”

“It takes me back to a Sunday lunch with my family. It’s funny; I made one yesterday at home for my son and my wife.”

He credits his chefdom to his childhood, as he spent years cooking and eating in the kitchens of his grandmother, mother, and aunts.

We’ve learned Ripert may blush if you mention he’s written four cookbooks and received France’s highest honor, the Legion d’Honneur, but one thing’s for sure — he won’t ever shyly turn down a good Bordeaux wine. Eric Ripert, aveceric.com. The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, trustarts.org.

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new to the scene The bustling Butler street corridor is in high spirits now that Tender Bar + Kitchen is finally open. The latest venture for Verde owner Jeff Catalina, his focus is destination-worthy cocktails and regional American cuisine. The 80seat lounge sits in a historical building that was once home to a booming bank. During the build out, the team uncovered quite a bit of history, including bank checks dating back to the 1800s. Serving up small plates and palate-pleasing cocktails, whether you’re in the mood for a touch of sweetness, a hint of sour, or a fascinating taste of smokiness, Tender has you covered. Catalina summoned six creative experts to wow customers with their bartending magic on Tender’s cocktail menu. The team mixed and mastered an intriguing list of drinks including the Cold Snap, a grown-up version of a ginger snap, and Once Upon a Honeymoon, described as a glass of fiery passion and sweet honey. As for the fare, it doesn’t disappoint. Chef Neal Heidekat (former sous chef of Verde) is in charge of the kitchen, and whips up Southern favorites, such as shrimp and grits, or a more hearty American delicacy, meatloaf, which we hear is incredibly tender.

Tender Bar + Kitchen, 4300 Butler St., Lawrenceville. 412.402.9522. tenderpgh.com. — L. Chelsea Greenwood

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By Andrea Bosco Photographs by Cayla Zahoran Styling by Allie Wist If you’re looking for a sophisticated restaurant with a fresh, modern, and übercolorful menu, Plum is your place. Its high ceilings and dark mahogany tabletops are an excellent contrast. Upon arrival, the use of space and silk-screen lantern décor had me at hello with its noticeably perfect feng shui, and then I saw the plates — masterpieces, really.

“Plum’s menu is an eclectic mix of Asian classics and favorites to please any palate with approachable prices for any occasion,” says Jamie May, front of house. You must taste the Tofu Napoleon, stacked high with stir-fried shiitakes, eggplant, asparagus, carrots, and bok choy, topped with toasted sesame seeds and a sweet-chili garlic sauce. The tofu is fried — allowing for the perfect soak of an array of fragrant flavors.

At the particular time of our shoot, the sun beamed through the windows, naturally lighting a rather abounding lunch crowd. Influenced by the cuisines of Thailand, China, Japan, Vietnam, Singapore, and Southeast Asia, the menu offers curries and noodle dishes, fresh fish and specialty sushi rolls, classic sweet and savory favorites, as well as distinct house specialties. “An equally

extensive vegan menu and a gluten-free menu is available as well,” says May. Wash it all down with an Asian-inspired cocktail, mocktail, Japanese sake flight, hot sake tea, or a glass of wine. Our pick is the Elderflower Margarita, made with St. Germain elderflower liqueur, local Don Pantaleon Tequila, guava juice, and fresh-squeezed lime juice.

Co-owner Binh Ly made the move to America from Vietnam, post-war, when he was 17.

He recalls cooking Vietnamese favorites, such as pho and bánh mì. Ly has lived in Pittsburgh for more than 30 years, raised his family in the suburbs, and keeps on cookin’.

His favorite dishes are the Lemongrass Shrimp and Scallops and the Chow Fun noodle dish. Coming soon are renovations to the patio, which faces Penn Circle South.

Plans are under way in an effort to make the atmosphere cozier and more relaxing on cool, summer nights. Ly says he’s pondered the idea of a food truck, too. We’re in for the ride!

When you go...

roll on down Talk about fresh sushi! We recommend the Plum Blossom Roll — it’s as pretty as it sounds. Made with yellowtail hamachi, tuna maguro, masago, and avocado, the plate is decorated with a spicy mayo-Sriracha sauce and a violet orchid blossom. May says the Marilyn MonRoll, which is cooked, is also a popular choice.

best time to dine If you’re looking to sample a few craft cocktails and high-quality appetizers, go for happy hour from 5-7 p.m. The dining room’s typical rush is around 6:30 p.m. Weekends are busiest, but from the looks of it, lunch is bustling, too! “The lunch specials are a great value,” says May.

love at first bite If you like to be surprised and satisfied, try the Kiew Wan Green Curry with Sea Scallops. It’s prepared with eggplant, green and red bell peppers, bamboo shoots, onions, Thai coconut curry of fresh Thai basil, green chillis, wild ginger, lemongrass, and kaffir lime. The scallops are cooked to perfection! Additional recommendations are Thai Spicy Duck, Vietnamese Grouper, Yaki Udon, Sampan Calamari, and the Angel and Skinny Dip rolls.

Plum is open for lunch Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and on Saturday from 12-3 p.m. For dinner, visit Plum Monday through Thursday from 5-10 p.m.; Friday and Saturday from 5-11 p.m.; and Sunday from 4:30-9 p.m. Plum is open every day of the year except Thanksgiving Day. Plum Pan-Asian Kitchen, 5996 Penn Circle South, East Liberty. 412.363.PLUM (7586). plumpanasiankitchen.com.

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lunch bunch Ready, set, eat! As part of “Munchies with the Marathon,” Girasole will be open for lunch on Sunday, May 5, from 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Not just that, but Chef Jennifer Girasole has created a three-course “Runner’s Special,” inspired by the gold medal Olympic marathon runners from Northern Italy: Dorando Pietri, Stefano Baldin, and Bordin Gelindo. Start your meal with that famous Girasole house salad — spring mix, carrots, garbanzo beans, cherry tomatoes, sunflower seeds, and sunflower vinaigrette — then move on to the main event, truffle ravioli primavera. Cross the finish line with a slice of Torta della Nonna, or, Grandma’s Cake. The custard pie is a combination of cream cheese, mascarpone, and goat cheese, topped with a sugar cookie, made with “pine nuts and love!” Plus, mark your calendar for June 2, when Girasole hosts one of its beloved special events, Dinner at Nonna’s. Girasole, 733 Copeland St., Shadyside.

412.682.2130. girasolepgh.com.

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tasting + tours As if we needed a national holiday to enjoy a great wine and dine, May 11 will mark the first annual Wine Tourism Day in North America. The holiday was first introduced in Europe, but this year, more than 7,500 wineries, hotels, and restaurants will be participating this side of the Atlantic, including Gervasi Vineyard in Canton, Ohio. From 1-4 p.m., visit the vineyard for a Celebrate Vino! event, complete with special wine tastings and complementary tours. Learn about pairings from the wine makers and stewards themselves through tasting sessions with wine and cheese, or wine and food, in The Villa Grande. Take a tour around the vineyards with a member of the wine-making team to witness the process of growing and harvesting the special grapes that lead to your favorite bottles. Or, be one of the first to see inside the Crush House, Gervasi’s new winery facility scheduled to open in October. Enjoy wine barrel tastings as you explore the expanded barrel room, bottling area, and laboratory. Reserve a stunning villa suite along with your wine tasting tickets to truly make a tourist’s trip out of the day. Gervasi Vineyard, 1700 55 St. N.E., Canton, Ohio. 330.497.1000. gervasivineyard.com. — L.S.

dinner + dancing Try something new when you head to the South Hills this month for the opening of Club Colony, a bar-restaurant that offers dinner, dancing, and dessert.

Club Colony opens its doors for the first time on May 1 as a destination for good food and nightly entertainment every Wednesday through Saturday night. Expect delicious comfort food classics, many with a tasty twist, like the bar menu’s French sliders (three mini Angus burgers topped with brie and onion marmalade). For dinner, try the Orecchiette with Rapini and Sausage, tossed in a light garlic sauce, or the Bleu Cheese Filet, a center-cut filet mignon with a Bleu cheese crust. Save room for dessert, though. We suggest the Banana Foster Bread Pudding with its decadent combination of caramelized bananas, rum-soaked brioche, and custard. Finally, sip an “international coffee” such as the Russian Winter with peppermint schnapps or the Caribbean Coffee with dark rum — as you sit back, relax, and enjoy the music. Club Colony, 1928 Cochran Road, Scott Township. 412.668.0903. theclubcolony.com. — L.S. whirlmagazine.com

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sweet treat Flowers are beautiful, but if you ask me, I want the edible kind — like those sitting prettily atop a gelato cake from Angelo’s Restaurant. For Mother’s Day, order your own custom creation and surprise mom with some deliciously edible beauty. Start by choosing two gelato flavors from a selection of up to 18 different offerings, including the flavors Death by Chocolate, Sweet Cream, Strawberry Sorbetto, and Green Peppermint.

Then, pair with your choice of chocolate or vanilla cake and mom’s favorite icing. Angelo’s offers chocolate ganache, vanilla or chocolate buttercream — whipped cream tops it all off! Call in by May 11 to confirm your favorite combination with Pastry Chef Cheryl Martin in time for Mother’s Day. Angelo’s also offers whole tiramisu, farina, signature cheesecakes, and espresso tortes for ordering, so you can always treat mom to her favorite. Angelo’s Restaurant, 2109 North Franklin Drive, Washington.

724.222.7120. angelosrestaurant.com. — L.S.

time to celebrate bon voyage Bridge Ten Brasserie now offers Sunday brunch and just in time for Mother’s Day, so give mom a break — and a mini French vacation — as she indulges in French brunch classics and sips French wine on Bridge Ten’s outdoor patio. Try the made-to-order sweet or savory crêpes, and choose a sweet variety like the banana and Nutella, or a savory smoked salmon crêpe with crème fraîche. The decadent Pain Perdu (French toast topped with Chantilly cream and fresh berries) and the Croque Monsieur with ham, cheese, and béchamel sauce are classic favorites. Also new at Bridge Ten is the spring lunch and dinner menu with specialties that highlight seasonal ingredients through favorite French techniques.

Expect seasonal variations of the principal plates, the pizza á la française, and best of all, les viennoiseries (the desserts)!

Add a side of les frites because a perfect French fry is always in season. Bridge Ten Brasserie, 20 South 10th St., South Side. 412.586.5033. bridgeten.com. — L.S.

For a Mother’s Day brunch complete with an antipasti bar and dessert station, head to Bistecca Steakhouse and Wine Bar between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. The $29 brunch special will begin with a selection of seasonal fruits, salads, frittatas, pastries, and cured meats and cheeses at the antipasti bar. Next, choose from a la carte items, such as the Bistecca Omelet, grilled Atlantic salmon with orange citrus glaze, or the crab cake with asparagus and rémoulade sauce. Complete the meal with something sweet from the dessert station, and let mom relax as she sips on a bubbly Mimosa, a Bellini with white peach purée, or a hot jalapeño Bloody Mary. If you’re stopping in at Bistecca for dinner instead, try one of three new menu items added in celebration of the restaurant’s fouryear anniversary. A prime bone-in ribeye, a prime porterhouse, and a dryaged, “cowboy” bone ribeye now grace the menu to commemorate the occasion. Bistecca Steakhouse and Wine Bar, 210 Race Track Road, Suite 200, Washington. 724.503.1510. bisteccapittsburgh.com. — L.S.

mamma mia!

After all she’s done over the years, don’t you think mom deserves a special treat this Mother’s Day? The whole family can celebrate at The Venue at Bella Sera for brunch or dinner, with two seating options for each. Explore a variety of spring-inspired stations for soup, salad, omelets, pasta, and entrées. We’re already eyeing up the Smoked Gouda and White Truffle Macaroni and Cheese, Farm Fresh Basil Pesto-Encrusted Atlantic Cod, and Mini Lump Crab Cakes with Citrus Aioli. And, of course, we’ll be taking seconds of Bella Sera’s famous Cucumber and Tomato Salad with Italian Parsley and Red Wine Vinaigrette. But dessert will be much harder to decide! Chef Jason Capps will prepare a beautiful display of scones, danishes, and other goodies, including Orange Chiffon Cake. Don’t forget to sample a speciality cocktail, enjoy the live jazz by local guitarist Eric Johnson, and treat mom like the queen she is. Bella Sera — Catering, Venue, Bistro, BBQ, 414 Morganza Road, Canonsburg.

724.745.5575. bellaserapgh.com. — Rachel Jones

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TAKE A TASTE OF PERFECTION! Zip into the city, then zip into the new Steelhead to savor our new American comfort food menu. You’ll delight in Chef Steve Rechtorik’s braised short ribs, chicken two ways or his Seafood Cioppino.

Reserve one of our communal tables!

Private dining room also available.

Call 412-471-4000 to make your reservation

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High Five!

By Rachel Jones Photographs from wick photography Five is the magic number for the DICK’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon this year. Held on the fifth day of the fifth month of the year, this marks the fifth year for the race. Runners will trek over five bridges during the course across the city, and charities have raised more than $5 million from the event. We bet all 30,000 runners have been training five times as hard this year to make this race the best one yet! Get the most out of this year’s monumental race weekend with our guide to all of the events, schedules, and information you need to know about the DICK’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon.

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Schedule of Events

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GNC Live Well Pittsburgh Health and Fitness Expo

11 a.m.-8 p.m.

David L. Lawrence Convention Center * The expo will open at 10 a.m. for VIP participants only.

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SATURDAY MAY

GNC Live Well Pittsburgh Health and Fitness Expo

9 a.m.-6 p.m.

David L. Lawrence Convention Center

UPMC Health Plan Pittsburgh/UPMC Sports Medicine Pittsburgh 5K Run Race begins at 8 a.m.

Toyota of Pittsburgh Kids Marathon

Race begins at 10 a.m.

Eat’n Park Kids Marathon Festival 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Purina Pro Plan Pittsburgh Pet Walk Race begins at 12 p.m.

Pasta Dinner

Various times BRAVO!, Vallozzi’s, and Del’s Restaurant

SUNDAY MAY

Pre-Race VIP Presented by Sheetz 5:30-7:30 a.m.

Heinz Hall

DICK’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon

6:50 a.m. Start for wheelchair participants 7 a.m. Start for runners and walkers Liberty Avenue between Sixth Street and Seventh Street, Downtown

UPMC Health Plan Pittsburgh Half Marathon

7 a.m. START FOR runners and walkers Liberty Avenue between Sixth Street and Seventh Street, Downtown

FedEx Ground Pittsburgh Marathon Relay

Race beings at 7 a.m.

Liberty Avenue between Sixth Street and Seventh Street, Downtown

Green Light Wireless Finish Line Festival 7 a.m.-2 p.m.

Point State Park

Post-Race VIP Presented by Sheetz

7:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown Hotel, Kings Garden This year’s shirt will be unveiled at the GNC Live Well Pittsburgh Health and Fitness Expo.

This Page: Photograph by Cayla Zahoran.

Opposite Page: Photograph from Animal Rescue League Shelter & Wildlfe Center

Toyota of Pittsburgh Kids Marathon

Before the adults take to the course on May 5, it’ll be the kids’ time to shine. Saturday, May 4, at 10 a.m., children in pre-kindergarten through sixth grade will be racing in the Toyota of Pittsburgh Kids Marathon.

The 1.2-mile run is a great way for children to stay active, explore the city, and have fun with their friends.

The new course this year starts on General Robinson Street, goes across the Andy Warhol Bridge, and ends on Stanwix Street. The first 3,000 runners who signed up will receive a goody bag, T-shirt, and finisher’s medal. For more information, visit pittsburghmarathon.com.

Arriba! Arriba!

Purina Pro Plan

May 5 is Cinco de Mayo, and the DICK’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon is pulling out all the stops to make it fun for everyone.

With 30,000 participants gathered for the start of the race — not including the officials or fans — Sunday’s group will be attempting to set the world record for the largest Macarena dance.

(Time to bust out those moves you’ve been saving for the summer wedding season!) After the party at the starting line, the best Latin band in Pittsburgh will be starting another celebration at the finish. Noel Quintana’s Latin Crew will perform a lively reception for all runners after they complete the race. Then, cool off with a celebratory margarita at Steel Cactus in Shadyside! For more restaurant deals on race day, keep reading.

Pet Walk

Every dog can have its day during the Purina Pro Plan Pittsburgh Pet Walk on Saturday, May 4, at 12 p.m. All well-behaved pets, that have current vaccinations, are invited to put on their best leash and pound the pavement with their favorite training buddies. The first 500 registered participants who signed up will receive a race shirt, goody bag, pet kerchief, pet bowl, dog toy, coupon book, and pet record book. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Animal Rescue League Shelter & Wildlife Center. For more information, visit pittsburghmarathon.com.

GNC Live Well

VIP Treatment

Pittsburgh Health and Fitness Expo

The entire ‘Burgh will be buzzing with marathon mania all weekend long. Kick off the excitement and get ready to race at the GNC Live Well Pittsburgh Health and Fitness Expo. Registered runners can pick up their race day packets at that time, but everyone is invited to enjoy the free, two-day event. Dozens of booths will pack the David L. Lawrence Convention Center to provide products, services, information, and entertainment on all areas of health and wellness for all ages. This year’s event will be one for the record books — literally! Michael Wardion will be attempting to set the world record for fastest half-marathon time on a treadmill at the expo on Saturday.

In between shopping, attending clinics, and asking any last-minute questions, stop by to cheer him on and watch history in the making. David L. Lawrence Convention Center, 1000 Fort Duquesne Blvd., Downtown. 412.565.6000. pittsburghcc.com.

*Friday, May 3 | 11 a.m.-8 p.m.

Saturday, May 4 | 9 a.m.-6 p.m. *The expo will open one hour early for VIP participants only.

sPONSORS

Make sure to check out the Fantasy Health and Fitness booth at the GNC Live Well Pittsburgh Health and Fitness Expo! This year’s Start Line Corral sponsor will have a very interactive booth, which includes two clinical physicians — who can answer specific questions about the body, nutrition, and exercise — as well as hands-on demonstrations of its revolutionary new app. In addition to the booth, Fantasy Health and Fitness is also the exclusive host of the Annual DICK’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon VIP Reception.

The VIP Cocktail Party will take place Friday, May 3, at LeMont Restaurant, where managing partner Mike Tomlin will serve as a guest speaker. Fantasy Health and Fitness, 650 Smithfield St., Centre City Tower, Suite 2060, Downtown. fantasyhealthandfitness.com.

CHARITIES 2013 RUN FOR A REASON CHARITY PROGRAM PRESENTED BY GUARDIAN STORAGE SOLUTIONS One of the most amazing aspects of the DICK’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon is the outstanding amount of money raised for charities, both in Western Pennsylvania and beyond. Since 2009, the marathon has raised more than $5 million for charity! Get to know the worthy causes to which runners and companies are committing their time and training.

Partner Charities

Animal Rescue League Shelter & Wildlife Center

This marathon is going to the dogs! Animal Rescue League Shelter & Wildlife Center, a second-year partner charity, is helping participants get ready to race with the help of some canine companions. Fit for Fido pairs runners with pups to train with for the marathon. Approximately 465 runners will be supporting Animal Rescue League Shelter & Wildlife Center at this year’s race, with the hopes of raising $10,000.

“It takes approximately $250 a week to care for an animal,” says Marketing Director Ann Yeager. “Our fundraisers will allow us to offer reduced spay and neuter procedures, vet visits, and adoption costs. We want to make it easier for people to have pets, so more pets can have homes.” Achieving the nonprofit’s goals to rehabilitate animals, find them new homes, and control pet overpopulation comes with a bonus incentive: Executive Director Dan Rossi says he will get a tattoo of the group’s logo if they can reach the $10,000 mark! “We all want to take dibs on where we think he should get it,” Yeager adds with a laugh.

Animal Rescue League Shelter & Wildlife Center, 6620 Hamilton Ave., East Liberty. 412.345.7300. animalrescue.org.

Team in Training

The DICK’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon isn’t the only one celebrating a memorable anniversary.

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Team in Training has been funding patient care and research to cure blood cancers for 25 years! Its anniversary slogan is, “After 25 years, 570,000 participants, and $1.3 billion raised, we are closer than ever.” The national organization is the world’s largest endurance training program and the top fundraisers at the DICK’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon. With more than 115 supporters running for the group this year, Team in Training has already raised more than $100,000!

“We do travel for a lot of our events, so we all love being in Pittsburgh,” says Campaign Coordinator Chelsea Trimble. “It allows us to raise money for our society and show patients in the area that we are still looking for a cure. It’s really great to go out and make that statement.” Team in Training always makes a statement on the course as well. Its runners are the ones “painting Pittsburgh purple” with their purple T-shirts! Team in Training, 333 E. Carson St., South Side. 412.395.2873. teamintraining.org.

LIVESTRONG Foundation

With their yellow T-shirts and wristbands on, the members of the LIVESTRONG Foundation are ready to run as a partner charity for the DICK’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon for the fifth year. The LIVESTRONG Foundation works to improve the lives of those affected by cancer and empowers the community to address the unmet needs of cancer survivors. More than 30 runners will come together on the course and in the fundraising circuit to support the cause. The $10,000-plus raised from the marathon will go directly to programs that cover a wide range of needs, including free cancer support services, says Director of Communication and External Affairs Rae Bazzarre. The foundation targets the practical, physical, and emotional challenges of a cancer diagnosis. With cancer affecting the lives of so many people across the country, having members of the Pittsburgh community come together adds vital support to the cause. “Working with the Pittsburgh Marathon provides the opportunity for us to run in the fight against cancer with a group of committed individuals who are focused on helping others,” Bazzarre says.

“It’s a great way for us to take action.” LIVE STRONG Foundation, 877.236.8820. livestrong.org.

Pittsburgh Corporate Challenge Presented by FedEx Ground

This year’s official participants of the Pittsburgh Corporate Challenge presented by FedEx Ground are:

The DICK’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon invites local corporations and companies to support charities and incorporate wellness into the workplace. This year, the Pittsburgh Corporate Challenge, presented by FedEx Ground, will include 30 official corporations and 4,000 participants — the most ever! The competition is on to see which company will win the Corporate Cup for most money raised and the Mayor’s Cup for most participants. But every official participant will be a winner, receiving a complimentary six-month membership to the Steel City Road Runners Club and admission to a premium finish line celebration, which will include food, private massages, a candy buffet bar, and more.

Alcoa Inc. • American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. • Ansaldo STS • Bayer Corporation • big Burrito Restaurant Group • Chica Bands • dck Worldwide, LLC • Eaton Corporation • Ernst & Young • Fantasy Fitness/ ProTech Compliances, Inc. • FedEx Ground • Fleet Feet Sports • GENCO ATC • GNC Live Well • Guardian Storage Solutions • Highmark • Jones Day • Massage Envy — Squirrel Hill • NuGo Nutrition • Omni William Penn • PPG Industries • Sanford-Brown Institute • Summa Technologies • SweatX/Renegade Brands, LLC • The Webb Law Firm • Toyota of Pittsburgh • United States Steel Corporation • Westinghouse Electric Company • Willis

Photographs from Animal Rescue League Shelter & Wildlife Center, Team in Training, LIVESTRONG Foundation

Platinum Charities

American Cancer Society, cancer.org Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh Foundation, givetochildrens.org Gilda’s Club Western PA, gildasclubwesternpa.org Mario Lemieux Foundation, mariolemieux.org Pittsburgh Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, komenpittsburgh.org Running for Laptops, runningforlaptops.org St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, stjude.org St. Luke Will Run for Food, stlukecabot.org Urban Impact Foundation, urbanimpactpittsburgh.org Western PA Humane Society, wpahumane.org

Gold Charities

American Liver Foundation, liverfoundation.org Best Buddies Pennsylvania, bestbuddiespennsylvania.org Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Western PA Chapter, cff.org/chapters/wpa Dirty Vagabonds Ministries, dirtyvagabond.com Free Wheelchair Mission, freewheelchairmission.org Genre’s Kids with Cancer Fund, genreskidswithcancerfund.com Girls on the Run of Magee-Women’s Hospital, gotrmagee.org Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank, pittsburghfoodbank.org Haiti H20, haitih2o.org JDRF, jdrf.org Organization for Autism Research, researchautism.org Pittsburgh Kids Foundation, pittsburghkidsfoundation.org Pittsburgh Promise, pittsburghpromise.org RSG1 Foundation, remisglut1foundation.com World Affairs Council of Pittsburgh, worldpittsburgh.org

Silver Charities

Alzheimer’s Association, alz.org American Heart Association, americanheart.org Cody’s Crew Foundation, codys-crew.org Imagine No Malaria, imaginenomalaria.org National Multiple Sclerosis Society, nationalmssociety.org North Hills Community Outreach, nhco.org Steel City Greyhounds, steelcitygreyhounds.org The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, lls.org

Bronze Charities

ABOARD’s Autism Connection of PA, autism-support.org Casey’s Clubhouse, Miracle League of the South Hills, miracleleaguesouthhills.org Children’s Alopecia Project, childrensalopeciaproject.org Cutch’s Crew for Pirates Charities, cutch22.com/pittsburgh-marathon Friends of HAS, friendsofhas.org Joshua House, thejoshuahouse.org Lazarus Center, thelazaruscenter.org Multiple Sclerosis Dreams, msdreams.org Oasis & CLEAR, oasisrecoverycenter.org Pittsburgh Glass Center, pittsburghglasscenter.org Team Living Water, water.cc Team Red, White & Blue, teamrwb.org Three Rivers Rowing Association, threeriversrowing.org Women’s Choice, mypregnancycenter.org/marathon YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh, ymcaofpittsburgh.org

Contributing Charities

Animal Friends, thinkingoutsidethecage.org Boyd Community Center, boydcommunitycenter.org Butler County Association for the Blind, theblindassociation.org Communities in Schools of Pittsburgh-Allegheny County, cispac.org Dreams of Hope, dreamsofhope.org Glade Run Lake Conservancy, gladerunlakeconservancy.org Gwen’s Girls, gwensgirls.org Hope for the Warriors, hopeforthewarriors.org Leadership Pittsburgh Inc., lpinc.org L.I.V.I.N.G Ministry, livingministry.org Light of Life Rescue Mission, lightoflife.org Northside Common Ministries, ncmin.org Maya Organization, mayaorganization.org Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy, pittsburghparks.org PLEA, plea-agency.org Team Odyssey, cncfteamodyssey.com The Pittsburgh Project, pittsburghproject.org Try-Again Homes, Inc., try-againhomes.org

Brotherly Love

Christian, James, John Clay, and Harrison Humphreys Photograph from Katelyn Rose Photography.

Baseball is America’s pastime, and the Miracle League of the South Hills works to make sure everyone has a chance to play. The program invites children and adults with special needs to get in the game on a handicapaccessible field. “Each player is paired up with a buddy to help them run and hit, and to cheer them on,” explains Maura Rodgers, executive director of the Miracle League of South Hills. “They take those friendships off the field and into the social fabric of the community.”

As one of the DICK’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon’s official charities, the Miracle League of the South Hills is trying to raise funds to build an inclusive playground where all children can play. So far, the top fundraiser for the group is John Clay Humphreys. The 8 year old joined the Miracle League of the South Hills to be a buddy for his brother, James, 7, who has spina bifida. John Clay decided to run the Toyota of Pittsburgh Kids Marathon for his brother and, thanks to supportive friends, has raised more than $2,000 for the Miracle League of the South Hills. “As a mom, I always try to teach my kids to give back,” says Michele Humphreys, who is running the FedEx Ground Pittsburgh Marathon Relay with her husband for the program. “I was proud and glad to see John Clay thinking about others and not just himself.”

Inspired by older brother John Clay, Christian and Harrison (who, along with James, are triplets) are also running the race. So, of course, James didn’t want to miss out on the fun! Because he has no feeling from the ankles down, James wears braces to help him walk and sometimes relies on a wheelchair or walker. But for the Toyota of Pittsburgh Kids Marathon, he will be walking with his brothers, embodying the Miracle League of the South Hill’s message of children helping others achieve their goals. “It’s awesome to see all four of my boys do this together,” Michele says. “It’s great for them to see that even though James works in a different way, he can still do it.” Miracle League of the South Hills, P.O. Box 12614, South Hills. miracleleaguesouthhills.org.

Running the race Runners train for months to prepare for a marathon. For the four directors at DICK’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon, getting ready for the big race is a year-round job. We sat down with the core four who run the race behind the scenes: Race Director Patrice Matamoros, Director of Administration Joan Gohh, Director of Logistics and Operations Dee Stathis, and Director of Development Adriane Deithorn.

and the Steelers have a home. I think these first five years, the marathon was looking for a home. We’ve found that now.

WHIRL: What all goes into putting on the race?

Patrice Matamoros: With all of the work and hours we put into this, it

WHIRL: What’s new and exciting this year?

JG: The most exciting thing this year is everything is five. It’s not only

feels like we’re running a marathon ourselves every day. We bank those hours so we can have a solid event for race day. Running a marathon is a lifetime achievement, so we want people to have the best, most memorable day ever. Plus, this race is a celebration of our city. Pittsburgh is such a fit city that’s focused on health and wellness, so to celebrate that in addition to the communities we pass through is great.

Joan Gohh: My first exposure to the marathon was working as the volunteer

coordinator. I was so impressed with how the organization put on such an amazing event. As a runner, I know what makes a runner happy during a race; I think we do that. And now that I’m an employee, I’m even more amazed at what we’re able to pull off each year.

WHIRL: Can you believe it’s been five years already?

Dee Stathis: It’s really hard to believe [she laughs]. Only having five years

under our belt, I think we’ve grown and come such a long way since then. Our first year, we didn’t really have an office space. We had one cubicle in a building, so we would meet here and there. I remember standing near that start line once the runners started and getting a little teary eyed and emotional because we poured so much into that first year’s event. I feel like the Pirates have a home,

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WHIRL: How has the marathon changed over the years?

PM: We’ve grown from 10,000 runners to 30,000 runners this year. We used

to have one full-time person, myself, and now we have 11, plus three parttime workers. We also have more than 3,500 volunteers and a full board of directors, which really helps us out.

our fifth anniversary, but it’s the fifth day of the fifth month. The runners will cross five bridges. So, it’ll be fun for the runners and our staff.

Adriane Deithorn: One of the biggest things is our charity program hit the $5 million mark. This year, we have 70 charities, which is our largest charity field ever. We also have the largest amount of sponsors, so that’s really exciting. We could never do this without our sponsors and volunteers.

WHIRL: What’s your favorite part about putting on the marathon?

DS: We feel very privileged to put this event on for the city. We strive to

improve every year and make it fun. We’re really looking forward to this year being on Cinco de Mayo. There’s going to be different, exciting things every year.

AD: We put a lot of work into this, but it’s so worth it. Every day, we change lives. We’ve heard so many inspirational stories. When we see those people come across the finish line, it just makes our job all worth it.

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Runners Inspirational Stories Mike Bruno

Ever been told to walk a mile in someone’s shoes? Well, Mike Bruno will be running 26.2 of them to experience how his 7-year-old daughter lives. Cassie was born with Retinopathy of Prematurity, a condition that impairs vision in premature babies. With the help of Point Park University’s cross country coach, Jim Irvin, Bruno — who coaches volleyball at the university — will complete the course blindfolded. While raising awareness for Retinopathy of Prematurity, Mike will also be raising money for Vision Research ROPARD Foundation. Bruno says his goal is to get “a K for a K” — that is, $1,000 for every kilometer — totaling $42,000. Donate at 26-2blindfolded.com.

Michele Fetting

After defeating lymphoma three times, survivor Michele Fetting has been cancer-free for two years and couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate the big milestone. “When I was diagnosed, running gave me the strength to get through it,” Fetting says. “It was such a big part of my life as I went through treatment and recovery.” Fetting stays connected to the race throughout the year, as a member of the board of directors for the DICK’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. She has run 10 marathons in Pittsburgh, but this will be her first relay — which she is doing with several family members. After her long journey, this race may have the most meaning. “This marathon is very special because I’m running with my brother, who basically saved my life,” Fetting says. “My brother donated stem cells for me to have a stem cell transplant during treatment. There’s only a 25 percent chance that siblings will be a match, so I’m very lucky.”

Mike Dowling

As a former offensive lineman for his college football team, Mike Dowling trained to keep a high weight. But after graduation, he continued to put on the pounds. “In life, you just know when it is time for a change,” Dowling says. “It was time to feel better, take care of myself, and enjoy my life like I know I can.” With his friends’ support — especially Pittsburgh Steeler Ben Roethlisberger and GNC’s Tom Dowd — he got to work. Dowd suggested GNCrecommended products, programs, and meal plans, and in seven months, Dowling lost 100 pounds! “Without the two of them pushing and helping me, I don’t know how I could have done this,” Dowling says. Now, he’s accepted GNC’s challenge to complete his first 5K at the DICK’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon. “It symbolizes great determination and will to succeed, not only for me and my friends at GNC, but all of the participants,” Dowling says.

“Hopefully, everyone can feel a sense of accomplishment.”

Andrea Roberts

With a family history of cardiac issues, Andrea Roberts decided she would not follow in her relatives’ footsteps. She took up running as a way to strengthen her heart and get her health back on track. “After I had a few months of running and a few races under my belt, a friend suggested I join The Steel City Road Runners and train for the half-marathon with her,” Roberts says. “The positivity and support that is offered by this group is truly unmatched.” Since she joined, Roberts has overcome mental and physical obstacles and come out victorious. She hopes to keep pushing on and achieve her goal of finishing in under 2:30. “I’ve already gained so much from this training,” Roberts says. “I have so much gratitude just to be able to do this.”

Amber Deemer

When Amber Deemer started her freshman year at Pennsylvania State University, she knew she needed to change her unhealthy lifestyle. One day, she had the thought, “I can’t do this anymore.” She started cooking healthier meals, walking more, and even switched her major to become a dietitian! Her first goal was to lose 50 pounds, which she easily achieved. After that, it was to lose 100 pounds. With 105 pounds shed already, Deemer wanted a new goal to work toward to stay motivated and active. Now, she’s running the half-marathon with her new goal of “just finishing.” “I’m doing it for the miles and experience, not the time,” Deemer says. “To be considered a runner and be a part of such an elite group of runners is what I’m looking forward to the most.”

I’m a Survivor

It takes a lot of strength, determination, and hard work to run 26.2 miles. It takes even more to run 26.2 miles every year for 24 years. The Sole Survivors are athletes who have completed every DICK’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon since the first race in 1983, excluding its five-year hiatus.

The 15 runners make up less than 1 percent of the race participants. “When you look at the number of participants in the marathon every year and see only 15 people can say they’ve run every one, I think that’s pretty cool,” says Emily Baum, Communication Coordinator for DICK’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon. “It’s not something everyone can do, especially considering their age group.” Most members are between early 50s to late 60s. The Sole Survivors were first recognized as a group in 2008 and wear T-shirts to identify themselves on the course. Many of them also volunteer behind the scenes of the race. “These guys are incredible,” says Adriane Deithorn, Director of Development for DICK’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon. “They are some of the most amazing people I’ve met.”

Sole Survivor Members:

Joseph Bujdos, Robert Crawford, Frederick Davis, Thomas Detar, Robert Graham, William Harrison Sr., Tim Hewitt, Dirk Kalp, Martin Klanchar, John Martinez, Terry Moore,William Rodney, Don Slusser, Donald Toy, Robert Zukas

Star Power

Roll out the red carpet! The Steel City in Hollywood Running Team, a trio of Hollywood residents with personal connections to Western Pennsylvania, will be running the DICK’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon. State College, Pa., native Kelly Perine, who had roles on “One on One” and “The Drew Carey Show,” is looking forward to his 18th marathon and his first time home in 20 years. Joining Perine are teammates William “Billy” Otis, who is a Stanton Heights native, and Byrne Offutt, whose wife is from South Park. They’ve been training hard in Hollywood for their homecoming race and even made videos to encourage others to run. Check out the Steel City in Hollywood Running Team’s videos at whirlmagazine.com/marathon.

Photograph from DICK’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon, Kelly Perine.

Tips from the Expert We sat down with Frank Velasquez, co-owner of REV Sports, for his top 10 tips for race day 1. Make sure your body is familiar with the food, drink, shoes, and clothing you choose for race day. Now is not the time to try something new!

2. Apply Body Glide or other viscous lube on “high friction” areas of the body — such as toes, inner thighs, and armpits — to cut down on blisters and uncomfortable chaffing.

6. Set an alarm and a back-up alarm in the morning, and try to avoid a “caffeine kickstart.” Anything more than 1-1 1/2 cups of coffee may cause gastrointestinal distress.

7. You don’t have to run the entire race. Walking just 10-20 seconds through a few water stations can be a great help.

3. T wo or three days before the race, get adequate hydration (90-120 ounces/day), sound nutrition (5-6 feedings/day), and plenty of sleep (7-9 hours/night).

8. M ake sure to refuel with high glycemic carbohydrates post-race to start the recovery process.

4. Check the forecast before heading out, so you can dress for the elements. Remember: You can always take clothes off as your body warms up.

9. Think of all of the work, time, blood, sweat, and tears that went into your training. It’s time to enjoy the fruits of your labor. Have fun!

5. Figure out all of the logistics before race day: when to pick up your packet, how you will get to the start line, where you will meet friends and family post-race, etc.

10. Congratulations on completing the marathon! Now, it’s time for a post-race plan to put your body back together. Stop by REV Sports, and let the team of experts develop the perfect plan for you! REV Sports, 290 Executive Drive, #400, Cranberry.

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Money Maker

You’ve trained hard for this marathon! The DICK’s Sporting Good Pittsburgh Marathon is generously rewarding the top male and female finishers with its biggest prize purse to date.

1st. $8,000 2nd. $6,000 3rd. $4,000 4th. $2,500 5th. $1,500 6th. $1,000 7th. $500

Marathon Course: Sunday, May 5, 2013

Mile by Mile Know Your Neighborhoods Raised by Mr. Rogers, Pittsburgh is all about supporting fellow neighbors. During the course of the DICK’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon, runners will pass through 18 different neighborhoods! As a reward for their tremendous support for the community, most of these neighborhoods are vying to win the coveted “City Council Cup” for best Neighborhood Festival.

West End Village is the reigning champion, but with 65 bands, 25 cheerathoner groups, and race-day specials along the way, the competition will be fierce! Vote for your favorite Neighborhood Festival using the link in the post-race virtual goody bag. *Neighborhoods competing for “City Council Cup.”

*Bloomfield

*Highland Park

*North Side

The Great Boges The Inconsiderate Few

Worldwide Nacho Blues Sounds of Steel Stillhouse Pickers

Basement Party Chess Club and a Chick My Captain My Sea Nightly Standard The Brighton Boys

Bands: Hill Jordan & Slide

Bands:

*Downtown

Cheerathoners:

Bands:

Code Whiskey For Those About to Rock Academy Mr. Munster ReCover The Delaneys

Cheerathoners:

First Presbyterian Church of Pittsburgh Get Fit Families

*East Liberty Bands:

Fire & Sex Ishtar Vintage Bellydance Band JWP One South East The Usual Suspects

Cheerathoners:

Animal Rescue League Shelter & Wildlife Center Crossroads United Methodist Church

*Friendship Bands:

Lane 5 The Brass Staff

Hekima Place Urban Pathways Sounds of Steel

*Homewood Bands:

DJ Spidey Kung Fu Radio Modern Nature Speakeasy Alley Steve Macevic The Umbrella Corporation Working Saturdays

Cheerathoners:

Pittsburgh Soul Steppers St. Mark A.M.E. Church Steel City Greyhounds, Inc.

*Larimer Bands:

Colorblind

*North Shore Bands:

The Options The Sidewinder Band

Stylish Steel

Commemorate your or your loved one’s accomplishment with a piece from the unisex Runner of Steel jewelry line. Created by Caesar’s Designs — the official jeweler of the 2013 DICK’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon — runners can choose from various handcrafted pendants and Pandorastyle charms, featuring sterling silver and rubber sports chains. Prices start at $35. Caesar’s Designs, 5413 Walnut Street, Shadyside, 412.621.0345. caesarsdesigns.com. — S.B.

Bands:

Cheerathoners:

Allegheny West Neighborhood BCCM Outreach Committee Heroes for Haiti If You Cannot Run with the Big Dogs, Stay on the Porch Mimosa Party Urban Impact Foundation (Choir) Western PA Humane Society

*Oakland Bands:

Bad Acid Chase the Monkey Pluto’s Fall

*Point Breeze Bands:

Ron and The Rumpshakers

*Shadyside Bands:

Aaron The Uke Slinger Guy Franklin Jupiter Vinyl Rich Patrick Celtic Music Sweet T’s The Grifters

Cheerathoners:

Community Day School

South Shore

*South Side

Bands:

Gone South Ray Ryan New Orleans Riverside Band Sam Louderback and Them Blue Cats School of Athens The Kalob Griffin Band The Unemployed

Cheerathoners:

79ers BYS Yoga Cheer Group Hurry Home Hounds Team in Training

*Strip District Bands:

Adelaide in Autumn Marcus Meston & Kenny Sukitch River Blackwater Band Slingshot Genius The Blues Devils The Turbosonics

Cheerathoners:

Filipino American Association of Pittsburgh

Uptown Bands:

Round Two The Semi-Super Villians

Cheerathoners:

Girls on the Run of Magee-Women’s Hospital Pitt Drumline

*West End Village Bands:

Bands:

Father Flamethrower The Damaged Pies The Irish Pretenders The Split

Cheerathoners:

Cheerathoners:

Full Moon Revival Tembo Sounds Tembeleza Albert Gallatin Army JROTC

Coyotes Cheer and Dance

Look for Caesar’s Designs’ booth at the GNC Live Well Pittsburgh Health and Fitness Expo, and the Green Light Wireless Finish Line Festival!

Photograph from Caesar’s Designs.

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Munch on! The best thing to do after a long run is refuel. The DICK’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon has teamed up with local restaurants along the course to provide you special deals from Munchies with the Marathon. Get in on some delicious deals for runners and spectators. From pasta to tacos, they’ve covered all of your favorites. And you should probably spring for a slice of pie to top it all off — you’ve earned it!

Downtown

Point Breeze

Andys Wine Bar Habitat Restaurant Las Velas Mexican Restaurant

East End Food Co-op — Runners High Coffee on sale for $11.99, and 20 percent off all Vega Sport products.

— I.C. Light drink specials.

Seviche — Puttanesca Mussels and Pasta, $8.

Grilled Pizza with Chorizo Confit, $8.

Asada Flank Steak Nachos, $8.

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Free Ethiopian Coffee or Yekemen Shai Tea during lunch for all runners and race supporters.

Alma — Enjoy the Taco Stand on the patio.

Quiet Storm Verde — Free small Guacamole with any purchase

for marathon and half marathon runners.

which includes Arugula Salad, Truffle Ravioli ala Primavera, and Torta della Nonna, $15.99.

Steel Cactus — 20 percent off runners’ food bills, and 10 percent off supporters’ food bills.

William Penn Tavern

Southside Local Bar + Kitchen — 20 percent off runners’ food bills, and 10 percent off supporters’ food bills.

Harvard & Highland/ Union Pig & Chicken — One free Smoked

DoubleWide Grill

Station Street — One free order of Fries

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Strip District Marty’s Market — Marathon Day Brunch,

9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Now, that the race is over, celebrate with your friends and family at a free concert at Market Square. Rock out to Scott, Rob, and Greg of The Clarks — presented by Toyota of Pittsburgh, I.C. Light, and Las Velas — at 5 p.m. and enjoy drink specials from I.C. Light at Las Velas Mexican Restaurant. Las Velas Mexican Restaurant, 21 Market Square, Downtown.

412.251.0031. lasvelasmex.com.

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Beth Stern loves

working with her husband, Howard, and it shows. When we heard about her new television show, “Spoiled Rotten Pets,” on Nat Geo WILD, we put in our request for a cover shoot. Even with the celebrity couple’s hectic work schedule (he’s taping America’s Got Talent, while running his mega-successful radio programs), they took the time to concept, style, and photograph this article exclusively for WHIRL readers. We think it’s absolutely purr-fect, darling!

both wanted to use Apple as our “cover” kitty. She was a bald, weak cat when we adopted her four years ago, and now she’s a beautiful cover star on my favorite magazine!

This was a whole day shoot. We started after I had my hair/makeup done in the morning. Broke for lunch.

Then continued for the afternoon. We wrapped around 4 p.m. Our favorite shot is definitely the cover.

I was inspired by a Harper’s BAZAAR cover I saw with a model and a tiger.

I wanted to showcase my “spoiled rotten cats” in this shoot and we

Howard has been taking his hobby of photography to a whole new level. He is very focused on lighting. His new photo studio has made for a perfect place for him to continue studying photography and taking pictures. We had a hallway in our basement that was dead space that proved to be an ideal area to create a mini photo studio. He had major lights installed as well as various rolls of paper for different backdrops.

We both decided that a white background would work best for this shoot. I love being his subject and watching him take it so seriously. I think he’s really a fantastic photographer and he definitely captures me in a way only a husband can.

Charlie Boy

• white with black markings •

He’s our newest rescue, and was at NSALA for almost a year. He is such a jolly guy who loves his food. We had to put him on a diet and it’s torture for me when he meows for treats. It’s hard for me not to give in! Howard always catches me feeding him and gets mad.

Walter

• not pictured •

He’s camera shy and in love with Howard.

He never leaves his side (or lap!).

Leon Bear

• our 22-pound black cat •

He survived one of the tornados that hit Alabama. He was the only animal in his shelter to survive. North Shore Animal League found him in the rubble and brought him back to their shelter in New York. I met him when I was there one day and fell madly in love.

Apple

• the tabby on the cover •

Our first “special needs” kitty we adopted four years ago.

• spoiled rotten •

I am currently hosting a show on Nat Geo WILD (Saturdays at 9 p.m.) called “Spoiled Rotten Pets.” I thought I spoiled my pets, but after taping this show, I realized I didn’t hold a candle to these pet owners!

Howard and I often have sleepless nights to not disrupt our comfortable sleeping kitties curled on our bed, but that has nothing on the couple who lets their two huge pot-bellied pigs sleep in bed with them! And we’ve never planned an elaborate party for any of our pets, unlike the couple who had a lavish affair for their Pomeranian’s birthday. I think people will watch my show and start to spoil their pets even more!

I had so much fun spending time with pets such as ferrets, reptiles (one man had more than 100 reptiles living in his basement!), a donkey, pigs, turtles, and even a pair of indoor ducks who wear diapers.

I asked Erin McNeill, my makeup artist, to keep my makeup clean and pretty. She only changed my lipstick color during the course of the day to match the moods of the different dresses. My hair is naturally straight, so she used a curling iron to add some loose curls. My hair has gotten so long. I’m lazy and when I’m home it’s always in a ponytail. For events, I always wear it down and styled, just like in these pictures.

I wore the new spring dresses I am planning to wear for my upcoming promotional tour for Nat Geo Wild’s “Spoiled Rotten Pets.” For the cover shot, I am wearing a white lace Dolce & Gabbana dress. When I wear white, I like to add a burst of color. In this shot, I added the red silk flower for my hair and the bright lip color. Usually if I’m headed to an event, I’ll wear a bold- colored shoe with a white dress. I’ll wear this dress for my upcoming Chelsea Lately appearance — I think I’ll wear it with red shoes.

The white flirty dress in the photo shoot is by Alaïa. I wore it here

with silver Dior shoes and a silver Ralph Lauren scarf tied around my waist — I’ll wear this outfit on The Talk.

The colorful, floral-print cotton dress was something I bought this winter, anticipating the bold-color trend for spring. The yellow Christian Louboutins make it even more fun and would be perfect for my Good Morning America appearance.

The long aqua dress paired with the beige Yves Saint Laurent sandals helped to create the more serene feel of the shot of me in the chair with the Oriental vase behind me. Inside that vase is where our beloved Bianca’s ashes rest. We miss that bulldog so much since she passed away last July! She was a big snorer, so we had to keep her out of our bedroom at night — we decided to let her rest forever in the one room she was never allowed in. She has been visiting me in my dreams every night, and I’m happy her ashes are so near where we sleep.

The yellow dress is by one of my favorite designers, Victoria

Beckham. Her dresses fit like a glove, and, to me, are just so classic and pretty. Victoria really knows how to make clothes for a woman’s body. The navy bangle is from a flea market, and I love how Leon Bear’s eyes match the dress. This dress will be perfect for my Rachael Ray Show appearance. Perhaps I’ll go crazy and wear a bright shoe — I’m thinking hot pink!

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Bianca the bulldog was like a child to Howard and me.

Howard and I got her when she was almost a year old and she was with us for nine and a half years before she passed away last July. Losing a pet is just awful and devastating.

Since I don’t have children, I put all of my maternal instincts and love into my pets and she was the center of my universe. Bianca was so sweet and patient with our kitties and was by my side as I wrote my best-selling book, “OH MY DOG.” Since I work so closely with the North Shore Animal League America (NSALA), the world’s largest, no-kill rescue and adoption organization, I recently started raising funds to create an expansion called “BFF” (Bianca’s Furry Friends). This expansion to NSALA’s facility will be a cage-free environment for the felines and will also free up more space for the puppy mill rescues and adult dogs. I love that Bianca’s memory will help to save more lives.

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The WHIRL Women In Business Class of 2013

is truly an eclectic set

By Andrea Bosco Photographs by Bridgett Kay Photography, LLC on location at the Omni William Penn Hotel art direction by Allie Wist + Jason Solak

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Lisa Lau, Co-Owner, Bikram Yoga Squirrel Hill

Aja Jones, PR/Marketing Manager, Pittsburgh CLO Page 74 from left to right:

Theresa Bayer, Owner, Designer, and Art Consultant, Schafer Interiors

Stacey Vespaziani, E-RYT, Owner, and Instructor, South Hills Power Yoga

Cyndi Araujo, Owner, Araujo Photography

T ricia Derry, Wedding Specialist, The Venue at Bella Sera

Martha Schaefer, Assistant Teacher, Chop, WOK & Talk!

armela Cugini, Owner, The Spa & C Salon at Southpointe

Mary Perkovich, Owner, Pamar Boutique

Dr. Lisa Cibik, Director of Cataract Services, Associates in Ophthalmology

Maria Caruso, Artistic and Executive Director, Bodiography Contemporary Ballet

Jill Rubinstein, President, Footloose Shadyside

Melissa Evancic, Owner, Pure Barre Mt. Lebanon

Kate Srigley, Sponsorship Director,

Patti Dittman, Vice President of Leasing, Millcraft Investments

Natalie Bell, Blog Editor, Futurederm, Inc.

Jessica Laird, Hair Designer and Certified Organic Color Specialist, Be Pure Organic Salon

Marie Chir, Sales Executive, Futurederm, Inc.

Debbie Flaherty, President, Day Automotive Group Laura Penrod Kronk, President, Ladies Hospital Aid Society

Kristi S. Rogers, RYT, BYS Yoga PromoWest North Shore

Laura Dick, Owner, Pure Barre Shadyside Page 75 from left to right:

Dominique Ponko, Owner, Yoga Flow

Liz Kanche, Director of Wellness Services, American HealthCare Group, Inc.

Maureen Miller, Independent Style Consultant, J.Hilburn

J acqueline Capatolla, Owner, Jacqueline’s Hair Salon

Ellen Goldberg, Advertising Sales Director, VisitPittsburgh

Michelle Wright, News Anchor, WTAE-TV

Susan Dunhoff, Owner, The Modern Matchmaker

Tanya Brooks, Owner, Whitehouse Salon

Rana Khan, Owner and Event Planner, Pearl Celebrations

Nancy Reader, President, Hearth & Home Furnishings

Dee Dee Troutman, Executive Director, Ladies Hospital Aid Society

Rebecca Rankin, Co-Owner, Bikram Yoga Squirrel Hill

Ashley Jendrasik, Director of Business Development, The Rock Entertainment; Executive Vice President, Mortgage Staffing Solutions

Ruthi Bosco, Independent Product Consultant, do¯TERRA Essential Oils

Adina Schiffman, Owner, Sammar Accessories

Janet Campbell, Owner, The Dancer’s Pointe

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Cynthia Johnson, Marketing Manager, Gervasi Vineyard

Jennifer Ferris-Glick, RYT, BYS Yoga

Marissa Doyle, Communications Specialist, The Office of Mayor Luke Ravenstahl Liz Kennon, Health Insurance Broker and Manager of New Customer Development, Kennon Insurance Consultants, Inc. Stephanie Sikora, Communications Assistant, The Office of Mayor Luke Ravenstahl Jen Valachovic, Communications Specialist, Millcraft Investments Debbie Harden, Owner, Premier Boutique

Roberta Weissburg, Owner, Roberta Weissburg Leathers

Selma B. Sherman, Owner and Designer, Selma Sherman Interiors

Anne Broad, Independent Sales Associate, Worth New York

Nancy Henne, Advisor, Henne Jewelers

Kimberly Yot, Client Liaison, The Modern Matchmaker

Dorothy Tague, Owner, Chop, WOK & Talk!

Lea Guarino, Owner, Guarino Group Productions

Lisa Cohen Gloninger, Owner, Cajoli Boutique

Renee Lutz, Director of Special Events, PromoWest North Shore

Aimee Diandrea, Director of Marketing and Communications, Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre

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n a particularly crisp April morning, 63 of Pittsburgh’s esteemed women entrepreneurs gathered for the second annual WHIRL Women in Business Networking Event. We were honored to host some of the region’s most accomplished female figures in the Monongahela ballroom on the 17th floor of the Omni William Penn Hotel.

Spring wardrobes of colorful hues and genuine smiles warmed the room, as did stories of success shared between sips of freshly brewed coffee. Conversation over an ambrosial brunch by Chef Jacky Francois was lively and refreshing.

For many of the honorees, the commencement of our event, at 10 a.m., was their second and third stops of the day — soon to be followed with meetings, appointments, and actions attributing to our local economy’s resilience.

It is without a doubt these bright beauties are at the top of their game, as each polished professional seized the opportunity to network and utilized the gathering as an educational and social experience.

We’re proud to recognize these outstanding movers and shakers who have taken leaps of faith to live doing what they love. To echo our editor in chief, Christine Tumpson, these women are most certainly “the wind beneath our wings.”

The following women represent respective industries in Pittsburgh.

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Selma B.Sherman

Owner + Designer, Selma Sherman Interiors

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The interior design trend that I see growing is in the health care sector. I find health care design to be the most rewarding, as I feel that creating a soothing environment can help in the healing process.

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Maria Caruso

Artistic and Executive Director, Bodiography Contemporary Ballet

What does Bodiography’s future hold?

I continue to invest in my vision of creating meaningful artwork in the community and abroad while maintaining a high-level commitment to my dance company, education, academia, advocacy, collaboration, and health and wellness. I’m particularly interested in broadening the expanse of my Bodiography Fitness and Strength Training System, which now has 50 certified instructors on the east coast and is housed in many fitness facilities around the region — the program is doing particularly well in Boston. We’re really proud of that.

What’s next for you?

I’m moving toward doing a fitness DVD in the next six months with the intention of gaining national visibility. Everyone appreciates the physicality of a dancer, but the problem is not everyone knows the vocabulary or language necessary to attain the desired results — my fitness format does that. I’m also looking at expanding my facilities, and continuing to grow our partnership with La Roche College. We have great plans in the next year.

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The emergence of social media is making this such an exciting time to be a part of the news business. I am very involved on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, which allows me to constantly interact with viewers in a way I never could have imagined when I started my career. The viewers have a bigger voice than ever on news coverage by sharing video and photos with us, and offering instant reaction on everything we do.

How is Savoy Restaurant expanding?

We’re still hosting a lot of private events at SAVOY — and other venues — and we will be starting a live music segment on Thursdays. We are also promoting SAVOY catering for special events and weddings. We’re currently trying to network with a lot of businesses in the area to build the catering portion of the business.

Why is Pittsburgh a great place for small business?

Pittsburgh is a bigger city with small-town aspects. A lot of our success has been based on networking and word-ofmouth, which is great for a small business that’s trying to expand. That’s definitely been one of our keys to success.

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We want Pittsburgh to know that Worth New York offers a range of clothing from business attire to fun casual clothes. We are delighted to personalize women’s styles and help them feel more confident about what they are wearing.

Are you a Woman in Business?

We want to hear from you. tell us more about your work at whirlmagazine.com/womeninbusiness

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Director of Business Development, The Rock Entertainment; Executive Vice President, Mortgage Staffing Solutions

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shine bright edited By Nicole Barley | Photograph by Cayla Zahoran

Brighten up — May is a magical month! There’s a special day reserved for doting on mom (take a look at the spa specials we’ve gathered just for her), the weather is ideal (so, we picked plenty of pretty floral prints to wear in the sunshine), and the unofficial start of summer arrives with Memorial Day (check out our sale save-the-dates)! We also went shopping for whimsical, wonderful jewelry in this month’s Style Feature. It’s time to shine!

Details in WHIRL Directory, page 134.

spiritual sparkle New to Roberta Weissburg Leathers in Shadyside is the Mariana Spirit of Design jewelry line, and it’s ideal for adding some serious sparkle to any outfit. (Hint: These make great Mother’s Day gifts, too.). Mariana is an Israeli designer, known for enhancing her handmade designs with spiritual energy — we certainly felt uplifted after stacking a few of these sparklers on our wrists! The pieces are crafted from Swarovski crystals and hand-cut gemstones set in 18-karat rose gold, antique silver, and antique gold. The designs, including necklaces, bracelets, and earrings range from simple stone combinations to arrangements of up to 163 stones and are perfect for layering. Pieces range from $39-$399. Roberta Weissburg Leathers, 5415 Walnut St., Shadyside. 412.681.8188. robertaweissburgleathers.com. whirlmagazine.com

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pastels + pattern For us, this fresh combination of colors conjures all things spring — green grass, pastel flowers, and blue skies. The fashionistas at Footloose at the Galleria compiled the trendy looks that are not only appropriate for spring, but are also perfect for transitioning your wardrobe into summer.

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7 for All Mankind eggshell blue distressed jean, $198.

Trina Turk apple green geometric dress with hot pink belt, $348.

Marc by Marc Jacobs “Lil Ukita” pastel pink leather handbag, $428.

Hudson pale canary yellow super skinny jean, $154.

Hudson sorbet orange super skinny jean, $154.

Footloose at The Galleria, 1500 Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon.

412.531.9663.

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You don’t have to overhaul your entire wardrobe to be a master of this season’s trends. Nordstrom

what’s old is new The jewelry experts at Joden World Resources are excited to share a new collection of Art Deco jewelry, recent arrivals from the sale of a large estate. Favorites include a Blue Zircon ring; a Trillion Amethyst Art Deco pendant with diamond accents, circa 1925; and an enamel and pearl cherub brooch, circa 1900. Beautiful! Joden World Resources, 144 S. Broad St., Grove City. 724.458.1111. joden.com.

Blue Zircon Ring: Platinum handmade Art Deco Ring with 12 Burmese rubies and a vivid Blue Zircon accented with diamonds.

is stocked with the right pieces for incorporating spring trends into a variety of wardrobes and styles. Black and white is replacing the bright neons and jewel tones of past seasons, so swap out your colored denim for black and white striped skinnies from Hudson Jeans. The minimalist hues of black and white are perfect for making the season’s graphic prints pop, and stripes are an easy way to achieve fashion-forward excellence without leaving your comfort zone. There are no rules for wearing prints this year, so mix and match? Of course! Head-to-toe patterns?

Give it a try! With black and white basics, you can really experiment with your styling. Complete your look with a pop of color with an accent, accessory, or beauty look. Nordstrom stylists also recommend the “Mid-Century Maven” trend, so embrace those Mad Men-inspired dresses you’ve been coveting. Finally, keep your shorts stylish with suiting details like a pair of oxfords instead of flip-flops, and for the gutsy gal, top with a blazer.

Nordstrom at Ross Park Mall, 1000 Ross Park Mall Drive, North Hills. 412.548.4300. nordstrom.com. — Lauren Schmeer

star style Looking for some red carpet dazzle? Visit Orr’s Jewelers in Sewickley on MAY 4 for the Fred Leighton Trunk Show, and you’ll fall for the glamour of vintage and estate jewelry from centuries past. Fred Leighton collects signed pieces by great jewelry makers from the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries, and his contemporary designs use the best materials to reflect a glamorous past. Each piece captures the elegance of royalty or old Hollywood but with a timeless style that still stuns on the red carpet. Jennifer Aniston, Nicole Kidman, and Zoë Saldana are a few of the best-dressed celebrities who were noted for their Fred Leighton jewels at the Oscars and Academy Awards this year. Admire a selection of vintage pieces from the designer at the Sewickley location at any time, but only the trunk show will sparkle with a complete look at the designer’s collections. Orr’s Jewelers, 5857 Forbes Ave., Squirrel Hill. 412.421.6777. 532 Beaver St., Sewickley. 412.741.8080. orrsrocks.com. — L.S. Photographs from Nordstrom, Joden World Resources, Fred Leighton.

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customizable collection New to the city, and exclusively available at SPLASH, is The Furniture Guild’s NUVO collection of contemporary bathroom vanities. The luxe assortment, handmade in the U.S., features 10 designs, available in more than 20 sizes and 50 finishes, from matte paints to basic wood stains, exotic veneers, textured European laminates, high-gloss acrylics, and even metallic automotive finishes. Custom sizes, finishes, and accompanying pieces are also available. SPLASH, 1237 Freedom Road, Cranberry. 724.772.1060.

200 Fifth Ave., Downtown. 412.281.3712. 4807 William Penn Hwy., Murrysville. 724.733.2600. exploresplash.com.

gifts to feel good about When you stop in at Outside Inspirations on MAY 4, you can find a gift for mom and support Relay for Life. The Outside Inspirations Relay for Life team is hosting a birthday celebration at the store, complete with raffles, drinks, and birthday treats.

Best of all, a portion of the sales from the day will be donated to the American Cancer Society. While there, you can be sure to find something just right for mom. The summer line of Spartina 449 bags and jewelry is now available with bright and bold new patterns and styles. A collection of silver and pewter kitchen and dining accessories from Crosby & Taylor will also arrive just in time for Mother’s Day, and a piece from the Mother’s Love collection would make a sweet gift, too. Tableware and home textiles from the new brand At Home with Marieke would even be a perfect addition at mom’s next dinner party. Outside Inspirations, 12085 Perry Hwy., Wexford. 724.933.8850. outside-inspirations.com. — L.S.

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chic classics Lighting is the finishing touch for the look and function of your kitchen and baths, and Crescent Baths & Kitchens is expanding its lighting selection with the addition of Hudson Valley Lighting. Hudson Valley’s collection is historically inspired and offers more than 150 styles of sconces, chandeliers, table and floor lamps, and ceiling-mounted lighting. The company ensures the highest of quality and unique details, including crystal embellishments, silk shades, textured glass, and cloth electrical cords. Replace your bathroom lighting with one of Hudson Valley’s newest designs, the Odem sconce. The romantic shape of this sconce is reminiscent of an antique votive chandelier. For the kitchen, consider the Lansing pendant, which pays homage to the industrial style of the 1930s, but with a design that incorporates multiple LED bulbs for optimal lighting. With so many new options, Crescent hopes to not just light up a room, but light up your life. Crescent Baths & Kitchens, 6301 Butler St., Lawrenceville. 412.782.3300. crescent-supply.com. — L.S.

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Photographs from Hudson Valley, The Furniture Guild, Outside Inspirations.

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Mother’s Day Ideas

give her a break Get the mother-to-be in your life off her feet and into an aromatherapy foot soak at the Pittsburgh Center for Complementary Health and Healing this month. The “Pampered Mama” spa session is designed to treat all the common complaints of pregnancy while pampering her from head to toe. Counteract swelling and fatigue with a lower leg and foot exfoliation, a soothing leg treatment, a paraffin foot application, and a full-body prenatal massage with sinus relief. Mommy-and-me treatments are also a perfect opportunity to let mom relax, and the Chocolate Mint Indulgence or the Chamomile Sweet Dream will please moms and kids alike. Each 45-minute session includes an aromatherapy foot soak and scrub, a calming scalp massage, and a relaxing hand and foot massage. For ultimate indulgence, treat mom to the Deluxe Cranberry Yuzu Body Polish and Massage, a 105-minute session, which includes a full body exfoliation and a full body massage. On Mother’s Day weekend, all moms will even receive a free, special gift. Pittsburgh Center for Complementary Health and Healing, 1124 South Braddock Ave., Regent Square.

412.242.4220. pghhealthandhealing.com. — L.S.

mommy must-haves Give the gift of a well-stocked diaper bag to the new mom in your life with Whole Foods Market’s top 10 diaper bag musthaves. Because healthy habits are a must with a new child, each baby essential meets strict quality standards. Start with the 365 Everyday Value Diaper for a fragrance and dye-free alternative to the typical disposable diaper made with chlorine, and go beyond basics with a BPA-free baby bottle and an Eco Pacifier. Stock up on sunscreen for impromptu trips to the park or playground with Badger Sunscreen Baby, a smart pick for sensitive skin with soothing moisturizers, including organic beeswax, jojoba, and cocoa butter. For an adorable change of clothes (made with organic cotton), choose onesies from Green Babies or Under the Nile.

Don’t forget a dose of energy on-the-go for the new mother with the Amazing Grass Green Superfood Whole Food Energy Bar, made with raw, cold-processed super foods for a much-needed second wind. Preparation is always a good thing! Whole Foods Market, 5880 Centre Ave., Shadyside. 412.441.7960. 10576 Perry Hwy., Wexford. 724.940.6100. wholefoods.com. — L.S.

very vogue Pamper mom in style with the “Very Vogue” special at Sewickley Spa. The relaxing Mother’s Day treatment will include a Signature Spa Rejuvenating Facial to cleanse, exfoliate, and revitalize her skin with a gentle facial massage and customized masque.

After her facial, mom can expect a spa manicure for perfectly polished, nourished nails in her favorite shade. For luscious locks, she’ll enjoy a styling complete with shampoo and conditioning treatments. The Sewickley Spa always offers the complete spa experience, and as mom gets the special treatment, she can relax with herbal teas and a tasting of fruit and pastries. Add on a Spa Pedicure, or for the ultimate luxury, a Paraffin Pedicure, to give mom the gift of relaxation from head to toe. Sewickley Spa, 337 Beaver St., Sewickley. 412.741.4240. sewickleyspa.com. — L.S.

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The four-day sale is all about gearing up for summer, with warm weather goods, including T-shirts, shorts, and even, picnic supplies — on clearance. Make sure to save the date!

Grove City Premium Outlets, 1911 Leesburg-Grove City Road, Grove City. premiumoutlets.com/grovecity.

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Style file

Drama Queen

By Nicole Barley | Photographs by Cayla Zahoran Drama, drama, drama. What better way to describe the style philosophy of Pittsburgh CLO Public Relations & Marketing Manager Aja Jones? From her covetable millinery collection to her penchant for dressing to fit a theme, Jones infuses a lot of lights, glamour, and action in each of her outfits. For example, she cycles to work each day, not in biking gear, but in her work attire (which usually

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consists of some type of skirt). “It’s pretty easy to bike in heels and a dress. It’s a lot of fun,” she says with a shrug and a smile. “Styling my hair under a helmet can be a challenge, so I usually keep it basic with a bun or high pony, and amp up my lipstick instead.” We caught up with this sweet and spicy diva backstage at the CLO Cabaret, where we got a behindthe-scenes look at her style script.

personal style: “I always take it as a compliment when friends tell me, ‘Only you could get away with that.’ I try to push my fashion a little beyond what’s on the rack, and love to mix and match genres. I often pair a little sparkle with a T-shirt and jeans, or funky sneakers with a long skirt. I would describe my style as CrazySexyCool, but TLC stole that one, so I’ll go with ‘Crazy Classic.’”

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style icons: “Sharon Stone — the first lady of Gap and an inspiration to those of us who like to mix and match…everything.”

“Charlize Theron — I’m chopping off my hair [soon] and am considering taking a cue from this fashionable screen siren.”

“My mother — she will laugh when she reads this, but growing up with a female executive who wasn’t afraid of LOTS of color truly helped to define my style today.”

favorite designers: “I am a big fan of the designers showcased at Anthropologie, ModCloth, and Urban Outfitters, but most often I shop where the sales are. I think Target offers a great line of clothing, as does Macy’s. I admire many designers, but get just as big a kick out of finding random gems amongst the racks of clothing at Zenith Antiques, or on the sale rack at Panello [Boutique] in Lawrenceville, as I do when shopping the designer landmarks in New York.”

wardrobe essentials: “Accessories. I adore all things ornamental: hats, sunglasses, jackets, scarves, jewelry, colorful shoes, and belts. You name it, I’m probably wearing it.”

how does your wardrobe relate to your career?

“Shopping for a Pittsburgh CLO opening night outfit is as good as it gets, as far as I’m concerned. I’m a ‘theme’ dresser, so I try to match my attire to the show I’m attending. For instance: I have already selected a Rachel Roy oneshoulder, gold-accented black dress and black chapeau for the opening of 42nd Street in May at the Benedum Center, and a short coral lace dress from Free People to pair with my Lucchese boots for our following production, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, (veil optional). On a daily basis, I try to wear unique items I can get away with on my bicycle commute, but will still manage to look professional once I reach the office. On a night out, I go big or go home — with my hair, that is; and try to embrace my spastic curls.”

a few of my favorite things: (1) Fun with jewelry! A leopard print-wearing robot, a bike for Jones’ love of cycling, and a rhinestone-encrusted microphone — perfect for wearing to a night of karaoke.

(2) Jones found these retro Bass shoes for sale online. She likes to pair them with jeans and a tee.

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shopping spree

Floral Fantasy

By Nicole Barley

From billowy blouses to silky scarves, floral print is bursting into bloom this season. The feminine print is one of our favorite looks for spring, thanks to the lovely, lurid color combinations and endless pattern mixing opportunities it presents. And, though nothing compares to a fresh bouquet, we quite like the staying power of these flowers.

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2. Etro jacket, $1,875, Larrimor’s.

3. Mad About Style scarf, $28, Pursuits.

4. Z & L Europe maxi skirts, $48 each, Spoiled Chics the Boutique.

5. Hutch blouse, $238, One Brilliant.

6. Leona Millie top in “Spring Tulip,” $228, Kristi Boutique.

7. Yoana Baraschi blouse, $174, e.b. Pepper.

8. P areo digital print scarf, $91, Spoiled Chics the Boutique

9. Kate Spade New York Broome Street Capri, $198, Kate Spade New York at Ross Park Mall.

10. Brighton “Teegan” purse, $200, Premier Boutique.

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12. V idorreta green and white leaf sandal, $155, Footloose.

13. Clover Canyon jacket, $358, One Brilliant.

14. Akris Punto skirt, $50, Ambiance Boutique.

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Style feature

Blank Slate

By Nicole Barley | Photographs by Cayla Zahoran | Styling by Allie Wist

Start with a simple palette, and splash it with color in the form of glittering gems and precious metals. We picked a few of our favorite things — white feathers, fur, flowers, and frilly lace — to serve as the simple backdrop for this stunning spring jewelry!

Details in WHIRL Directory, page 134.

Embrace the rainbow with a multi-colored accessory.

From top: 36-inch 14K yellow gold, smokey topaz, and lemon citrine, $1,690, Henne Jewelers. / Bellari gemstone bangle bracelet, $3,650, Grafner Brothers Jewelers. / Roberto Coin 18K yellow gold Ipanema multi-stone bracelet, $9,500, Orr’s Jewelers. / White Sheared Beaver Polar vest with Fox Trim Hood, $2,450, Carl W. Herrmann Furs.

Pluck a perfect ring from this bed of roses.

Clockwise from top left: 18K rose gold diamond and rose quartz ring, $7,762, Casa D’oro Diamonds & Fine Jewelry. / 14K white gold, blue topaz, and diamond ring, $1865, Gentilcore Jewelers. / 14K “Oro Verdi” lemon quartz ring, $1,665, Gentilcore Jewelers. / 18K white gold, turquoise, and diamond ring, $5,660, Casa D’oro Diamonds & Fine Jewelry. / Bellari amethyst, garnet, tourmaline, and diamond ring, $3,437.50, Grafner Brothers Jewelers. / 18K white gold, yellow gold, emerald, and diamond ring, $35,520, Casa D’oro Diamonds & Fine Jewelry. / Ippolita Rock Candy Lollipop Ring in mother of pearl with diamonds, $3,295, Orr’s Jewelers.

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Opposite ends of the color spectrum attract in these outrageously pretty pieces.

From left: 18K white gold, rose gold, black diamond, diamond, and white onyx pendant, $3,665, with 18-inch 18K rose gold Diamond bezel chain, $4,000, Casa D’oro Diamonds & Fine Jewelry. / Stephen Webster 18K gold white gold opalescent and diamond cuff, $16,000, Orr’s Jewelers. / Fred Leighton Black jade and diamond open oval link necklace, $15,500, Orr’s Jewelers.

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Find the hue for you with shades that range from ocean blue to azure sky.

From top: Sterling silver and labradorite chain bracelet by Nina Pugliese, $645, Henne Jewelers. / Lika Behar 18-inch 24K yellow gold, oxidized sterling silver and turquoise “Pompei” pendant, $1,435, Henne Jewelers. / Sterling Silver “Birthday Blooms” rings in turquoise, amethyst, and chrysoprase, $45 each, PANDORA. / Lika Behar 24K yellow gold, oxidized sterling silver and turquoise “Pompei” ring, $550, Henne Jewelers.

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Larry Richert Honors Hometown Heroes William R. Neal, Jr., Robert Mangino

More than 175 guests gathered in PNC Park’s Lexus Club as Pittsburgh radio personality Larry Richert kicked off NewsRadio1020 KDKA’s first event to honor community service men and women who’ve done outstanding things. Each individual — Jamie Holmes, Sgt. Patrick Manning, William R. Neal, Jr., Summer Tissue, and Paul Shields — received $1,000 for the charity of their choice. Wrestling great Bruno Sammartino, along with local author and retired U.S. Army captain Sean Parnell keynoted the evening, which benefited the Wounded Warrior Project. “It was truly a very special evening to recognize extraordinary accomplishments by ordinary citizens,” says CBS Radio Pittsburgh General Manager Michael Young. “Even more special was the fact that the Wounded Warrior Project and our veterans received recognition and proceeds.” “The new Pittsburgh office of the Wounded Warrior Project will be vital in helping us serve the men and women in uniform,” says Richert. — A.J.

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Blooming into spring, the David L. Lawrence Convention Center hosted its 32nd Annual Duquesne Light Home & Garden Show! More than 1,600 vendors put new products on display for a crowd of more than 350,000. From cooking shows to sustainable building projects, and gourmet bites, Executive Director John DeSantis says much of this year’s excitement was for the food, which included samples from Edible Allegheny’s cooking stage. “People really loved Edible Allegheny’s demonstrations, featuring specialty food providers, small businesses, organic products, and cooking segments,” he says. WHIRL and Edible Allegheny teamed up with a slew of vendors including Glam Earth, doTERRA Essential Oils, Loom Exquisite Textiles, SAVOY Restaurant, Fleet Feet Sports, and Breadspreads by Susan — not to mention 18 others, including KP Builders, Inc., Janet McKee, and Ethan Allen Design Center. The 10-day extravaganza showcased the Dream Home Innovation Center, the Garden Resource Center, a synthetic ice rink, and much more! DeSantis has already started his work for next year. “We’re adding a new entertainment aspect to the Children’s Village,” he says. — A.R.

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CBS Radio and WHIRL Magazine joined forces for the release party of WHIRL’s April issue, featuring CBS Radio as the cover story! More than 250 guests gathered at The Wine Loft in SouthSide Works for the celebration, which included fine wine options, cocktails, appetizers, and hors d’oeuvres. “It was a great opportunity to celebrate the featured piece with all of the sponsors and staffs of WHIRL and CBS Radio,” says CBS Radio Director of Sales Michael Spacciapolli. Attendees mingled with the talent that graced our pages, such as John Shumway and Larry Richert (our cover boy!), NewsRadio 1020 KDKA; Jimmy Roach and Brian “Monty” Montgomery, 107.9 Y108; Paul Alexander and Gregg Giannotti, 93.7 The Fan; and Melanie Taylor, Bubba, and Shelley Duffy, 100.7 Star Pittsburgh. “WHIRL is a great partner,” says Spacciapolli. “We are fortunate to have tremendous hosts, who are real people, and listeners who wake up each morning and share their life stories with them.” — A.R.

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PITTSurgh Aids Task Force 27th Annual Benefit More than $126,500 was raised to support Pittsburgh Aids Task Force (PATF) at its 27th Annual Benefit celebration! Held at Pittsburgh Opera headquarters, 350 guests were dazzled by a variety of entertainment.

Jeffrey Roberson morphed into alter ego Varla Jean Merman, performing her new, one-woman show, “The Book of Merman.”

Smooth sounds were styled by Gary Racan and the studio-e band as guests, including honorary chairs Nachum Golan and Steve Hough, danced the night away. Pittsburgh Public Theater Producing Artistic Director Ted Pappas emceed this year’s event, and Keri Harmicar, David Seman, and Samuel Badger served as co-chairs — with Bill Chisnell of Chisnell Productions serving as creative chair. “My most memorable part of the night was the awarding of the Kerry Stoner Award to [supporters] Linda and Tony Bucci,” says PATF Executive Director Charles Christen. “Their humbleness in the face of so much dedication to the support of PATF’s work was extraordinary. I am inspired by their dedication and spirit.” — S.B.

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The New Pittsburgh Courier, established in 1910, welcomed 300 guests into the main ballroom of the Fairmont Pittsburgh for its fifth annual 2013 Fab 40 Awards Reception. Forty professionals were selected for their accomplishments and dedication to the community. “This is an opportunity to showcase outstanding individuals that very seldom get their due recognition,” says Rod Doss, editor and publisher of the New Pittsburgh Courier.

K. Chase Patterson, president and CEO of Corporate Diversity Associates, returned as emcee, as attendees enjoyed cocktails, heavy hors d’oeuvres, the awards presentation, and a dessert reception. Sponsored by UPMC, Propel Schools, and US Steel Corporation, the event commended honorees who work in health care, business, sports, community, arts, education, media, and social service.

“It was a fun evening, very eventful, and a pleasure seeing all the young people together doing great things to benefit the city,” says Doss. — A.B.

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By Rachel Jones When the Hughes family first built its Ligonier home in 1996, it was the ideal place to raise an active household. With hiking trails, a lake, and a mountainous backyard, wishes for outdoor playtime were easily granted. The only thing missing was a gym for their son to practice sports outside of school. The local YMCA was constantly booked, and there were no other locations for free gym time. “My husband said, ‘This is crazy!’” Terri Hughes remembers. “‘These kids need a place to practice or they’re not going to get any better.’” As a former linebacker coach for the Pittsburgh Steelers, Terri’s husband, Jed Hughes, is very passionate about getting youth involved in organized sports.

Five years ago, Jed decided to build a full-size gymnasium on the 52 private acres, complete with a basketball court, batting cage, soccer nets, and hockey nets. Local sports teams who needed a place to practice — including the Ligonier girls’ softball team and the Latrobe boys’ basketball team — were invited to take advantage of the free facility. The coaches texted Terri to see when the gym would be open before setting up their practice schedules. Once word got around town, the Hughes’ gymnasium became the popular place for parents to practice one-on-one with their children, or preteens to hang out with their friends. “One time, I was walking by the gym to go do laundry, and there were still kids playing basketball at 10 at night,” Terri says with a laugh. “I think it’s great they can come here and have fun. There are not a whole lot of other places for them to hang out.”

Now, the Hughes are ready to sell their gorgeous Chalet-style home to another sports-loving family. The gymnasium is located in a separate guest house, but it’s only a few steps away from the main house. The five-bedroom estate comes with five full and two half-baths with stone accents. Intricate, jewel-tone pieces line the insides of the glass showers, creating a spa-like setting. The stone motif continues

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throughout the house with a beautiful mosaic haloing one fireplace and a strong mantle guarding the other one. Dozens of windows flood the estate with natural light, creating a cheery atmosphere. But the real natural beauty is outside!

A 6,000-square-foot wooden deck surrounds the home, looking out over the tranquil lake and lush forest below. Follow the deck’s steps to the dock for a closer view of the outdoor oasis. On the flip-side of that serene setting, the homeowners can also host a rocking summer bash.

Thanks to a fully equipped outdoor kitchen, this Ligonier home is perfect for an al fresco dinner party. With a heated, outdoor swimming pool and convenient landscape lighting, the party can keep going all night. “This really is a great family home,” Terri says. “Even if they just use it in the summer, kids love playing flag football in the gym, then going for a swim, then going back in the gym to hang out. They’ve had a lot of fun growing up here.”

For more information, contact Jana Hubbard of Howard Hanna Real Estate Services at 412.421.9120. howardhanna.com.

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@home Design news

Freshen Up! Edited by NICOLE BARLEY We’re all about easy updates, outdoor dining options, and new shops in this edition of home style news. @

EXOTIC ESCAPE When the weather is warm, you can find us outside, and while we may not be dining out in Italy anytime soon, we’d love for our backyard to feel like an escape. That’s what The Idea Shops in Shadyside now offers in its line of Italian-made garden furniture.

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sizes and shapes are offered, and each table is hand-painted in the rich hue of your choosing. Plan ahead to get exactly the style for you this summer, and check out all of The Idea Shops’ selection for outdoor furniture, fountains, and planters. Whether you’re planning your Tuscan terrace or your future English garden, the designers there will get you where you want to go. The Idea Shops, 229 Spahr St., Shadyside. 412.362.8454. theideashops.com. — Lauren Schmeer Photograph from from The Idea Shops.

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Secret Garden Fox Hall is near completion! The private, luxury condominium community has added its seventh and final village of custom-built homes. The Gardens fits in perfectly with the existing villages composed of high-end homes that come with the additional benefit of a maintenance-free lifestyle. Each home is uniquely beautiful, and water features in the center courtyard and backyard add whimsical touches.

The entrance gates to The Gardens, as well as all of the railings inside and outside of the homes, were done by local metal artist John Walters of Iron Eden. 704 The Gardens, pictured here, features four bedrooms and five full, two half baths in a multi-functional layout. The O’Hara Township home offers plenty of storage space, including two walk-in closets in the master suite. Miller Homes, LLC has completed four homes in The Gardens so far, and seven sites remain for future homes. For more information, contact Gina Gruden of Coldwell Banker Real Estate Services at 412.370.5656. pittsburghmoves.com. — Rachel Jones

PUNCHY POP-UP Popping up in Pittsburgh’s East Liberty is the city’s first furniture and home goods pop-up shop, TOWNHOUSE. Open now, TOWNHOUSE will operate for an eight-month stretch and will offer cost-conscious, modern pieces for the home. The shop is a collaboration between Weisshouse, Epic Development, The Shop in East Liberty, and The Beauty Shoppe, and aims to bring a range of new design ideas to Pittsburgh. All of TOWNHOUSE’s products are hand- selected by Pittsburgh buyer Andrea Hnath to achieve a curated selection of fun, punchy home goods at a fraction of the cost of other high design shops and brands. Expect to find everything from rugs to prints to furniture — all in a modern palette and with most items priced below $200.

The shop will operate between May and December out of The Beauty Shoppe’s existing storefront space to showcase collaboration as well as design. TOWNHOUSE, 6016 Penn Ave., East Liberty. 304.685.8100. — L.S. Photograph from Gina Gruden.

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We love these hot furniture styles for summer! The Greenlawn Collection from Levin Furniture (pictured below) features spa blue cushions with decorative accent pillows and a warm espresso durable resin wicker. The set is traditional and comfortable, in particular, the three-seat sofa, $1,299. A second furniture option, ideal for creating a cozy outdoor space, is the Westbury Collection, a transitional, fourchair set surrounding a fire pit, $1,999. Instant ambiance! Levin Furniture, levinfurniture.com.

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Pure Protection Looking for a more natural way to keep germs at bay in your home? Ruthi Bosco, an Independent Product Consultant for doTERRA Essential Oils, recommends using On Guard Essential Oil Blend. The certified pure, therapeutic-grade oil blend combines Wild Orange, Clove, Cinnamon, Eucalyptus, and Rosemary Essential Oils. Safely eliminate airborne germs by pouring the protective blend with water into a diffuser. Just five drops will keep the blend circulating for a few hours! “I feel like I have a suit of armor on when I wear it on my wrists or put a drop under my tongue,” Bosco says. “Even just inhaling it.” Utilize the On Guard Essential Oil Blend at home by combining the blend with castile soap and water for DIY hand sanitizer. “It also comes in a concentrate, which I use for cleaning,” Bosco says. “Just one capful in a bucket of water goes a long way.” Ruthi Bosco for doTERRA Essential Oils, 724.941.6799. mydoterra.com/ruthibosco. — R.J. The do¯ TERRA Lotus Essential Oil Aroma Diffuser, $120.

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PITCH PERFECT Once summer hits, there is no space at home that gets more use than the backyard. Burgers are being grilled on the deck, kids are playing in the yard, and if we’re lucky, we’re lounging next to the pool — and in all of those different areas, we still want to be able to hear our favorite tunes. Kozi Media Design offers the solution with the SONANCE Landscape Series, a sound system that camouflages into outdoor greenery while providing different levels (and even, different sources) of music throughout our entire outdoor space. The system consists of a hidden subwoofer and multiple satellite speakers that are strategically hidden in garden beds or tree foliage, and all components are protected from even the harshest of weather conditions. Because every backyard or garden space is different, each audio system is custom designed, from a few speakers to hundreds and with as many different zones. The result is music that seems to come from nowhere and yet reaches all of our ears at the perfect pitch. Kozi Media Design, 201 Penn Center Blvd., Pittsburgh. 887.746.5694. kozimediadesign.com. — L.S. Photographs from SONANCE Landscape Series.

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sAVVY SIDING When updating your home’s exterior this season, consider HardieShingle Siding. In a recent full-exterior makeover, KP Builders used the unique siding to transform one client’s outdoor space. “The original home was very dark and outdated looking, so using bright HardieShingle Siding helped to not only brighten the home up, but also give it a unique look and help withstand the weather,” says assistant project manager Rae Ann Pasterik. The exterior now has the appearance and warmth of authentic cedar shingles, but with protection specifically designed for our climate’s temperatures, humidity, rainfall, and UV exposure.

KP Builders also constructed two single dormers (windows that project vertically from a roof) and a doubleextended dormer to update this space.

Built-in window boxes completed the transformation for a bright and updated exterior, ready for a splash of bright, floral color. KP Builders, 4200 Steubenville Pike, McKees Rocks.

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Schafer Interiors added to its art collection this season with an eye to what’s new, exciting, and collectable. After returning from a major art-buying trip in New York City, Schafer Interiors is now carrying several new artists, including Isa D’Arleans, a French artist known for her abstract painting style. D’Arlean’s work is highly collectable, and the Whitney Museum in New York featured the artist in a one-woman show this spring. D’Arlean’s paintings will now be available at Schafer Interiors, as will work by artist Maya Evantov. Evantov uses rich, bold colors and a signature technique of etching on oil to portray travel and nature scenes. With several other new artists and new pieces, Schafer Interiors can help find that finishing touch for your home.

Schafer Interiors, 320 Castle Shannon Blvd., Mt. Lebanon. 412344.0233. — L.S. Photographs from KP Builders, Isa D’Arleans.

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Save the date for museum exhibits, DIY demos, and gardening classes galore!

May 3 Great Plant Auction, Phipps Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, 412.441.4442 May 10-11 May Market and national public gardens day, Phipps Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, 412.441.4442 May 13 One Pan, Two Plates, Crate, 412.341.5700 May 13 Savoy and Kevin Watson Rock!, Rania’s Catering, 412.531.2222 May 14 Art Museum Day 2013, Andy Warhol Museum, warhol.org, 412.237.8300.

Free admission from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Check out the special exhibition, Regarding Warhol: Sixty Artists, Fifty Years!

May 17 Lecture — Intersecting Art, Science, Material & Process, Society for Contemporary Craft, 412.261.7003 May 18 Walk on Washington, Washington Road, 412.343.3407 Enjoy a day of music, prizes, and shopping at the 45 shops in Mt. Lebanon’s business district.

May 18 Giant Oaks Garden Club Plant Sale, Peters Township Public Library, 724.941.9430 May 19 Waynesburg Sheep and Fiber Festival, Greene County Fairgrounds, sheepandfiber.com

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May 21 Bistro 19 Goes to Italy!, Rania’s Catering, 412.531.2222 May 31-June 1 All-Clad Factory Sale, Washington County Fairgrounds, all-clad.com Through June 11 Teapots!, Morgan Contemporary Glass Gallery, morganglassgallery.com Through June 15 A Kind of Alchemy: Medieval Persian Ceramics, The Frick Art + Historical Center, 412.371.0600 Through June 20 Beginner/Intermediate Ceramics, Union Project, 412.363.4550 x222 June 1 All-Clad Factory Sale, CRATE, 412.341.5700 June 1 The Hamptons in the Heights, Allegheny Country Club, 412.444.4464 This Pittsburgh Botanic Garden fundraiser will feature special guest Ina Garten, the Barefoot Contessa!

June 1 The Great Shadyside Yard Sale, Liberty School, 412.682.1298 Proceeds from the third annual event benefit the Animal Rescue League.

June 1 Outdoor Flea Market, Trax Farms, 412.835.3246 June 3-7 Chaos vs. Orderliness — Sculptural Networking, Pittsburgh Glass Center, 412.365.2145 June 3 and 17 Farmers Market on Wheels, 11 Stanwix St., farmtotablepa.com

June 5 Three Rivers Quilters Stitch-In, Project Linus – Caste Village, threeriversquilters.org June 7-16 dollar bank Three Rivers Arts Festival, Point State Park, 412.471.3191 June 10-14 Fancy Colors, Westmoreland Museum of American Art, 724.837.1500 x10 June 14-16 2013 Americans for the Arts Convention, David L. Lawrence Convention Center, mmenchaca@artsusa.org The special event will bring 1,000+ arts leaders from around the country to Pittsburgh to discuss issues affecting artists, arts-based community development, arts organizations, and creative industries.  June 14-16 Strawberry Festival, Trax Farms, 412.835.3246 June 15 Penn Avenue Arts in Auction Fair, Garfield, imadeitmarket.com June 15-September 15 Caldwell Linker: All Through the Night, Andy Warhol Museum, warhol.org June 17-21 Meow, Woof, Tweet, Westmoreland Museum of American Art, 724.837.1500 x10 June 17-28 Harvest and Create: A Farm to Table Immersion, Union Project, 412.363.4550 x222

June 21 Urban Garden Party 2013, The Mattress Factory, events@mattress.org, 412.231.3169 This year’s party theme is Soul Factory: Motown at the Museum, a nod to the Mattress Factory’s upcoming exhibit, Detroit: Artists in Residence, opening this fall.

June 24-28 Opposites Attract, Westmoreland Museum of American Art, 724.837.1500 x10 July 5-November 17 Lifeforms, Pittsburgh Glass Center, 412.365.2145 July 8 Transformers, Westmoreland Museum of American Art, 724.837.1500 x10 July 12-14 I Made It! Market @ SouthSide Works Exposed, SouthSide Works, imadeitmarket.com Gear up for a three-day outdoor fair featuring live entertainment, food, drinks, and a craft extravaganza!

July 13+27 Outdoor Flea Market, Trax Farms, 412.835.3246 July 13-October 27 Clayton Days Revisited: a project by Vik Muniz, The Frick Art + Historical Center, thefrickpittsburgh.org July 15-19 Mix and Match, Westmoreland Museum of American Art, 724.837.1500 x10 July 27 Second Annual One WHIRL Yoga Fest + Healthy Lifestyle Expo, Point State Park, whirlmagazine.com

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1237 Freedom Rd.

Murrysville

4807 William Penn Hwy.

Market Square

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Urban Oasis

Discover a bucolic destination at Gwen’s Garden, a boutique farm in Braddock Hills

By Nicole Barley Photographs by Cayla Zahoran

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s a child, Gwen Thomas would sneak into her neighbors’ pastoral yards in Plymouth Township to secretly pluck flowers from the gardens she so admired. As an adult, a casual lunch meeting with an old friend turned into a business opportunity, with the idea of cultivating flowers for florists and private clients quickly transforming into a profitable endeavor. “It’s flourished,” says Thomas, appropriately.

Today, 18 years later, Thomas runs Gwen’s Garden from two urban plots in Braddock Hills. From her “boutique farm,” she supplies local floral and event design company Bill Chisnell Productions with all of the dahlias, peonies, and zinnias Chisnell requires. Her first high-end client was florist and event planner Tim Condron, and since then, Thomas has “accumulated a faithful following.”

Thomas also maintains a retail business at the farm, creating weekly cut-flower arrangements for loyal customers and selling potted perennials and annuals. During winter downtime is when Thomas devises the new plantings, researching and seeking out the freshest and most singular offerings available. “I am always looking out for the unusual,” she says.

We visit on a dry and hot August day, with bees buzzing and buds bending to the sun. We leisurely tour the farm, which is also home to two feral cat colonies, and we watch as the 10 cats sidle their way through the plots of plants. The garden is run over with flowers, and Chisnell is about to arrive for a pick up an order of countless colorful dahlias.

Now, nearly eight months later, it’s the start of spring and the growing process reboots. Along with her daughter, Clarkie Penney, who joined the business last year, Thomas has returned to the greenhouse in Braddock Hills, bringing the ground-ready seedlings she’s been tending to in her specially designed basement at home.

She will once again tend the acre of urban farmland, growing flowers naturally via a perma- layering process. When the process of manually tilling the soil become physically impossible for Thomas, she began to care for the land by layering “cardboard, straw, hay, anything that will decompose and add nutrients and bulk to make a healthy soil.”

All of the leaves and stems that are stripped from the flowers in the bouquet-making process are also composted, and the resulting soil is

Bill Chisnell of BCP — Pittsburgh Floral and Event Design

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a rich, black growing canvas — healthy, loose, and viable.

Trial and error, a penchant for eye-catching color, and the wisdom to incorporate interesting weeds into arrangements are just a few factors that have contributed to the current collection of flora and fauna at Gwen’s Garden. This list includes euphorbia, amaranthus, elephant ears, zinnias, verbena, geraniums, blue salvia, celosia, nicotiana, hydrangeas, succulent plants, Sweet Annie, dahlias, and peonies.

From her 100 peony plants, Thomas will cultivate some of spring’s first, most precious, and most perfect blooms. But it’s the dahlias that hold a special place in the garden’s repertoire. She addresses each by name as she passes them in the plots — nifty monikers including Kevin Floodlight and Harvey Coop — and takes special care to keep them flourishing year after year, digging up each plant at season’s end, dipping them in sulphur, and dividing them into 1,700 tubers, which then are repotted and replanted each spring. She’s been cultivating the pink variety for nearly 25 years.

“Dahlias are very difficult to grow. They require devotion,” says Chisnell, who considers Thomas and her flowers an invaluable resource to the city and his business. “All of the flowers Gwen grows are very delicate and very perishable, so when we tried to ship them here from Holland and California, they got damaged. It’s nice to have them picked locally, where we can hand-deliver them without having to box them and ship them.”

Chisnell also makes special mention of Thomas’s Dinner Plate dahlias — “They’re three times larger than what you can buy in the general market. They really are special,” he says — and the other unusual, hard-to-find varieties of plants she chooses to grow. “It’s a treat to be able to get the plants she grows and to work with her,” he says.

Product is available at the farm beginning in very early March, for example, forsythia and other flowering branches, and it continues to be available through the end of October. Regardless of the blooms in season at the time, the arrangement you’ll get from Thomas is one of a kind. “I put together a very special bouquet,” she says. “Every flower in it is very thought out.” @ Gwen’s Gardens, 516 Park Ave., Braddock Hills. 412.680.8022.

Clarkie Penney and Gwen Thomas

Beautiful Blooms!

Clockwise from top left: A Dinner Plate Dahlia; amaranthus; a variety of squash that Thomas incorporates into fall arrangements; zinnias; an arrangement of dahlias.

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Take It Outside Upgrade your outdoor living space with this expert advice

By Rachel Jones | Photographs from Eisler Landscapes

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he sun is shining, the birds are chirping, and the sunglasses are on! Whether you’re playing in the yard with the kids or enjoying a glass of Sangria on the deck, summer is best enjoyed outside. But if your landscape setup isn’t quite the outdoor oasis you were hoping for, it’s never too late to make some changes. Jennifer Deemer, Graduate Landscape Architect at Eisler Landscapes, says the best way to come up with a new plan for your patio or backyard is to explore the current layout. “Go out and observe the landscape,” Deemer says. For example, “Pay attention to what you want in your yard, what types of wildlife you have.”

Eisler Landscapes offers a full range of landscape services, including site grading and landscape construction, to prepare for building rain gardens, planting trees, and creating coloful gardens.

Once you have an idea of what your dream landscape should look like, architects and designers from Eisler Landscapes can help draw up an outline. “You can’t build a house without a blueprint, and you shouldn’t work on your yard without one either,” says Eric French, president of Eisler Landscapes. One of the biggest trends French has seen in the planning stage is incorporating sustainability into the landscape. In the past, green and sustainable technologies were reserved for commercial projects. But with so many environmental and economical benefits, the movement has made its way to the everyday homeowner. The sustainable construction techniques used

by Eisler Landscapes save time and money as they not only decrease

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the need for fertilizer, pesticides, supplemental water, and fuel; they also help prevent flooding, erosion to the land, and ultimately, climate change.

Another trend, especially popular during the summer months, is to feature functional areas. Beautiful plants and stone walls add aesthetic appeal to any space, but homeowners are on the hunt for practical pieces as well. “Outdoor kitchens are huge right now,” French says. The al fresco cooking spaces serve a dual purpose of adding texture and visual interest, and providing more options for outdoor activities — BBQ, anyone? Outdoor fire pits are also a coveted accessory this season. The perfect place to cozy up on a cool night or roast marshmallows for s’mores, fire pits can be built into a stone patio or dug into a flat section of lawn.

When it comes to caring for your lawn, Deemer says it should actually rank low on a homeowner’s list of summer priorities. “You have to care for your trees and shrubs first,” she explains. “A lawn can be repaired much more easily [if damaged].” And on really hot days, cut back on greenery maintenance chores altogether. It will hurt the plants more to do heavy pruning or low mowing during particularly dry days. Stick to simple tasks, such as “dead heading” — snapping the dead flowers off of living plants. To add to ease of care, Deemer also suggests homeowners choose traditional plants that are native to the site. “As long as they’re well-suited for the area, these plants require less maintenance,” Deemer says. “You just

have to keep them watered and occasionally trim.”

If your green thumbs are itching to do the planting themselves, French says an Eisler Landscapes consultant can help devise the best plan of attack. “The key to the DIY route is to compartmentalize,” he says. “Instead of spreading your efforts all over the place, do one section with 100-percent completion.”

Prefer to have a professional do the work instead? Eisler Landscapes can help with any job, no matter how small. “Even if it’s just planting a tree or two, that’s fine!” Deemer says. “We’ll work with you to help you reach your goals.” @ Eisler Landscapes, 1031 New Castle Road, Prospect. 724.865.2830. eislerlandscapes.com.

Mellon Square Opened in 1955, Mellon Square Park was the first modern garden plaza built atop a parking garage. In fact, at one time, it was voted one of America’s 10 Great Public Spaces by The American Planning Association. Eisler Landscapes helped build the original landscape, and now, the firm is helping to refurbish the lush space. Be sure to stop by and enjoy the renovated garden, set for completion this summer.

Native plants

Look into planting these low-maintenance bloomers. Native to Western Pennsylvania, they’ll add a beautiful boost to any yard.

• Witch Hazel • Serviceberry • Redbuds • Dogwoods • Black-eyed Susans

• Purple Coneflower • Woodland Plants • Blueberries • Gro-Low Fragrant Sumac

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Summer Shades

By Rachel Jones

Centerport Sofa in a cappuccino, thick weave resin wicker with plush, paprika cushions and designer accent pillows , $1,599. Levin Furniture.

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“On the days when the sun is eluding us here in Pittsburgh, bright yellow fabrics can be just what you need to bring some warmth into your home.

Coordinating yellow outdoor fabrics can be used indoors, too!”— Bridget Lawson, LOOM Exquisite Textiles

Jonathan Adler collection,

prices available upon request, LOOM Exquisite Textiles.

What color best represents summertime? From golden sunshine and turquoise waters to green grass and orange popsicles, dozens of hues fit the bill. So, with a plethora of options at hand, we think it’s time to have some fun in the sun. “Summer is a great time to play with bright colors,” says Jennifer Stockdale of IKEA. “The bright sunshine and longer daylight during summer lends itself to the bright and saturated colors we are seeing this season.”

Incorporate accent pieces for a pop of color in your home, or lighten up your patio with outdoor décor. Just remember to slide on your shades before decorating — the sun won’t be the only bright thing this summer! @

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Outdoor fabrics, $9.99/

yard, LOOM Exquisite Textiles.

Photographs from Levin Furniture, LOOM Exquisite Textiles, Kravet®.

Stanford Furniture raffia weave chair,

sale price of chair and toss pillow, $1,780, Artifacts.

Customized photo file, $39, note sheets with holder, $39, mousepad, $28, M. Middleton desk calendar, $24, paperweight, $39, More Than Words Fine Papers.

Upbeat Table Lamp, $332,

Antiquarian Shop.

RAZ vase, $68, IMAX plate,

$37, The Cob Collection.

Set of six margarita glasses and pitcher, $149, Artistry.

SOMMARFINT plastic wine glasses, four-pack in assorted

colors, $3.99, IKEA.

Photograph from Artifacts, Currey & Company, IKEA, by Cayla Zahoran.

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@home Store Profile

Winston Palazzo set with California outdoor fire pit

OUTDOOR ESCAPE

By Lauren Schmeer | Photographs by Cayla Zahoran

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alking into The Fireplace and Patioplace showroom in Cranberry is all about using your imagination. At first, you’re visualizing the comfortable wicker seating set at the front of the showroom sitting pretty on your back deck — that could totally be where you relax after work and read a book. Then, you spot the entire line of grills and cooking islands, and suddenly you’re envisioning one of those too, and what’s a seating area without a matching patio table?

Suddenly, you need that glass fire pit, a design you’ve never seen before, where the flames are your table’s centerpiece, emerging out of sparkling shards of glass. You’re envisioning serving chilled lemonade around a castaluminum dining set too, when you finally remember, well, you only have one backyard.

But that’s what this showroom does. It presents new ideas, displaying complete patio scenes with complementary furniture, grills, and working fireplaces, so that visitors can visualize and re-visualize these items exactly as they’d be in their homes. “We want customers to be able to see every type of fireplace, for example, that they could imagine — from stone fireplaces to traditional mantel and marble fireplaces and from traditional wood burning to gas burning. We wanted to give our customers all the ideas possible to make their decisions,” says owner Marci Buckiso.

The Fireplace and Patioplace is a destination store, not only for its selection, but for its four generations of experience in the business.

A division of Magnotti & Son granite, marble, and stone, founded by Marci’s grandfather, Marci’s father opened the first Fireplace store in 1968.

With the addition of patio furniture only a few years later, furnishing Pittsburghers’ outdoors has been the focus ever since. Today, the company

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1237 Freedom Rd.

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spans four locations — Mt. Lebanon, North Hills, Murrysville, and most recently, Cranberry — and is owned by Marci and her husband Mike Buckiso, Marci’s mother Lynn Magnotti, and her two brothers Stephen and Bill Magnotti. A dedication to the business runs throughout the company, however, as Cranberry manager Bill Hurley, his wife Megan Hurley, and sales associate Greg Durphey have been with the company for more than 20 years as well.

The showroom offerings span from traditional classics to completely contemporary designs, and the Buckiso and Magnottis have a handle on what is trending. “Right now, fire pits and comfortable furniture are the most popular options,” says Marci. “Customers want their outdoor living spaces to be as comfortable and inviting as their indoor areas, whether they’re going outside to read a book or to have people over for wine and food.”

Comfortable seating greets customers as they enter the store, as do the many varieties of fire pits, from rustic copper to modern glass. Venturing farther into the showroom, shoppers will notice the ever-popular wicker patio furniture selections and then, cast-aluminum sets, which “have a more ornate feel to them, but are completely maintenance-free,” says Buckiso.

Fireplaces have their own designated section of the showroom, and while you may not be dreaming of a toasty fireplace now, summer is actually a great time to keep one in mind so you have it ready when the weather does change.

Another popular choice is the linear gas fireplace, a modern and unique design. To see the full picture, each one can be lit because the store is specially equipped for each display to function.

It’s in these details of a showroom designed to inspire and with a group of people excited to help you find your dream outdoor space that The Fireplace and Patioplace is set apart. “I like the fact that what we sell makes people happy,” Marci says.

“A fireplace, a barbecue, patio furniture — they’re an investment, they can be a little costly, but they’re something you add to your home because you want to. Our customers can go to work all day and then come home and relax by the fire, or cook a steak on their grill, and be happy about their purchase.” @ The Fireplace and Patioplace, 21266 Route 19, Cranberry. 724.452.5157. 1651 McFarland Road, Mt. Lebanon. 412.343.5157. 4920 McKnight Road, North Hills. 412.366.6970. 4825 William Penn Hwy., Murrysville. 724.325.1155. firepatio.com.

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@HOME The one

Large EGG with EGGcessories, including cast iron grid, mates, grill scrub, grid lifter, ash tool, and fork.

GREEN MACHINE

By Lauren Schmeer | Photograph from Big Green Egg

Behold the Big Green Egg, an oval-shaped chamber that is capable of grilling, steaming, or smoking everything we throw at it, from a simple grilled chicken breast to a slow-cooked rack of ribs. A gas grill is great for convenience, but only the Big Green Egg (available in five sizes, from mini to extra large) can slow-cook all day, grill at medium temperatures, be used as an oven, and still achieve that high-heat sear when you want it to. Its charcoal heat will infuse your barbecue with an unmistakable smoky taste, and its thick, ceramic walls (the shape inspired by an ancient clay cooking device known as a kamado) will seal in heat and moisture for succulent, fall-off-the-bone goodness.

“A steak off of a Big Green Egg just tastes better,” says Doug Satterfield, owner of Rollier’s Hardware. He has one himself, and at Rollier’s, you can find him demoing seven-minute grilled pizzas with the Big Green Egg’s plate setter. “For most of our customers, this isn’t their first barbecue grill,” he says. “These are serious barbecuers that want the best result and the best taste. But you know it’s something special when after they take it home and have a few people over for dinner, their friends and neighbors are calling me up the next day to say they need one, too.” @ Big Green Egg, biggreenegg.com. Rollier’s Hardware, 600 Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon. 412.561.0922. rolliers.com. The Big Green Egg Grill is also available at Hearth & Home Furnishings, 300 N. Main St., Zelienople. 724.452.6732.

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Health + wellness

This month, we’re learning how to get stronger —

physically + emotionally!

Edited By Rachel JoneS

rowing for gold Emily Walsh is an extraordinary 22 year old. A graduate of Fox Chapel High School and now of Ohio State University, she is a gold medalist rower from the World Championship races in Trakai, Lithuania, where she competed with the Under-23 National Rowing Team in the Women’s 8+ rowing event.

She is also a testament to how sometimes your passion finds you — and not the other way around. In high school, Walsh was a rugby player, not a rower.

When she attended her freshman college orientation in 2008, she had never before rowed, but it was there that her future coach approached her and asked if she’d like to try it. “They just look for tall people,” Walsh jokes, “and I’m around 5’10.” Once I tried it, I stuck with it, and soon, I was rowing at different clubs in the summer, too.”

After her junior year, Walsh decided she was ready to tryout for the national team, attended an identification camp, and earned a coveted invitation to the National Team Selection Camp. But that year, after an entire month of training and trying out, Walsh was placed on the waiting list. “It was a disappointment,” Walsh says, “but I ended up rowing at a different club that summer and gained experience. By the next year, I was a more mature rower and athlete.”

Following her senior year, Walsh was ready, and she earned the chance to compete for the United States with a group of eight other talented young women. “We ended up maintaining control of the race for the whole 2,000 meters, and with every stroke gaining more of a lead on the other crews. In the last 500 meters, everyone in our boat started to realize in that moment that we were winning a world championship.”

Walsh’s current goals are to continue training with the national team, earn a place in a World Cup, and hope for the 2016 Olympics. “I think that is everyone’s ultimate goal,” she says. “It’s a lot of work, but being surrounded by people who have trained for the Olympics before is very motivating. It’s everyone’s goal, and it’s mine, but I have a lot more to learn and a lot more fitness to gain.” — Lauren Schmeer

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Instructor Mary Beth Kelley

take a walk Enjoy the fresh, spring air with a relaxing stroll outside.

Schoolhouse Yoga is offering a Breathwalk workshop May 19 that will focus on the patterns and rhythms of breath while walking. Instructor Mary Beth Kelly will lead the workshop, which provides a relaxing getaway for both body and mind. Leta Koontz, principal at Schoolhouse Yoga, says the practice helps regulate heart rate, blood pressure, circulation, and digestion, just by changing the rhythm and depth of your breath. Breathwalk is even recommended by Dr. Oz! The Breathwalk workshop is from 1:30-3:30 p.m. and costs $25. Schoolhouse Yoga, 2401 Smallman St., Strip District. 412.401.4444. schoolhouseyoga.com.

Photographs from Stephen McCarthy, Tom Walsh, Ninamary Langsdale.

happy birthday, REV sports!

Pittsburgh’s expert facility for physical therapy and strength training has been whipping athletes, including CrossFit trainers, endurance runners, and youth of all ages and levels, into shape for one year now, and the success stories are incredible. But the most inspiring of them all is that of co-owners Frank Velasquez and Aimee Slattery. The certified strength and conditioning coaches decided to open REV Sports after Velasquez ended his time as the strength and conditioning coach for the Pittsburgh Pirates. He met Slattery in 2011 while still working with the Pirates, and their similar training philosophies made them a great pair for starting the business. “We wanted to bring top-shelf service to the people of Western Pennsylvania, from youth athletes to active adults,” Velasquez says. “Our vision was to help people get better faster and stay stronger longer.” So far, so good. REV Sports works with three main areas of fitness: strength and conditioning, physical therapy, and therapeutic massage. Slattery, who is also a certified physical therapist, says their unique, progressive approach has helped clients achieve their goals in a shorter amount of

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time. REV Sports is also branching out into the fields of athletic training and concussion prevention. “We’re working with high school sport teams to develop programs for strength training and are providing a REV-trained strength and conditioning specialist to help administer and oversee the program.” Velasquez says. “We’re also part of the North Allegheny Youth Concussion Group working to develop a concussion policy for the 16 youth sports organizations in the North Allegheny district. REV will teach exercises that strengthen the neck and upper traps that are proven to help reduce the risk of concussions. We also administer a postconcussion physical exertion test for concussed athletes to go through before they return to play.” With these new fields and a stellar strength and conditioning reputation to build on, REV Sports will definitely be busy in its second year. “The people who come here know this is a top-notch service,” Velasquez says. “It’s very rewarding to help our clients reach their goals while having fun doing it.” REV Sports, 290 Executive Drive, #400, Cranberry. 724.591.8228. REVpgh.com.

new class alert!

As a nurse and the wife of former Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Michael Merriweather, Sandra Merriweather, BSN, RN, PHN, MSN, has seen her share of sports-related head injuries. Her medical background and passion for spreading awareness of these injuries prompted her to write “A Football Wife’s Research Study for the Love of the Game.” “I would like the community to be knowledgable about accurate assessments and appropriate treatment of young athletes to promote and support safety,” Sandra says of her book. She also dedicated the book to the famous athletes who contribute to the well-being of children and strive to exemplify the proper techniques of the games to avoid injuries. “A Football Wife’s Research Study for the Love of the Game” is available on amazon.com, barnesandnoble.com, and xlibris.com.

“It is important to remain current with up-to-date research, facts, and treatments to save talents and lives.”

Photograph from REV Sports, George Mendel.

Tap into your emotional roots through Forrest Yoga, the newest class at Studio Pantera. By incorporating elements of Native American healing, Forrest Yoga encourages students to treat this yoga practice as emotional therapy. The main focus is abdominal work and breathing. Students will complete a vigorous sequence of poses to increase body temperature, thereby sweating out toxins and releasing stored emotions. Anya Lasko, owner of Studio Pantera, says that after taking several Forrest Yoga classes, students feel reduced anxiety, improved balance, increased cardiovascular fitness, and more. Join certified Forrest Yoga instructor Hope Kelly for classes every Tuesday from 6-7 p.m. Studio Pantera, 21 E. Main St., Carnegie. 412.722.2054. studiopantera.com. whirl m a g a z ine . co m

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ocktail hour was held under twinkling lights on the porch C of Longue Vue Club.

A vintage cake topper, in the shape of a bride and groom, sat perched atop the burnt almond torte.

Jennifer Jack + Ryan Retter By lauren schmeer Photographs from Mary Schwarz of Birchtree Photography

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ennifer Jack never expected to meet her significant other at work. However, after being assigned to a team project with co-worker Ryan Retter, she soon found herself in love. Six months later, the couple was engaged!

At the time, Jennifer was sensing that a proposal was on the way because Ryan, who usually lets Jennifer make the plans, was putting something secretive together. Ryan told her to dress for dinner and pack a bag, and they spent a romantic night Downtown after a proposal on Mt. Washington! The two exchanged vows at St. Joseph Church in New Kensington and they welcomed guests to Longue Vue Club for the reception. In advance of the big day, Jennifer collected wedding photos from all of the married guests who would be attending. She then transformed the photographs into personalized place cards and decorations! April Mason of Mocha Rose Floral Design arranged the romantic, pale pink blooms, including tea roses and peonies, in vintage pink and white hobnail milk glass vases (collected by the bride) for the centerpieces, and Prantl’s Bakery whipped up individual burnt almond tortes for dessert. A honeymoon to Aruba followed.

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J ennifer found her Allure Couture strapless gown at Babe’s Broadway Bridal Boutique, and she paired it with a custom headband from Clarissa Boutique & Vintage Jewelry.

Christine Meier + Shawn O’Brien Photographs from Randi Voss Photography Christine Meier lost a bet and gained a husband! As a result of losing a wager with her mother, Christine’s part of the bargain was to sign up for e-Harmony.

Her second date from the website led her to Shawn O’Brien. Two and a half years later, Christine and Shawn debated moving in together, but Christine was hesitant to do so before being engaged.

Finally, Christine decided the time was right, and on the day she moved in with Shawn, he popped the question in their newly shared house. Senator John Heinz History Center in the Strip District was the perfect non-traditional location for the

eed & Petals of Wexford created R the bride’s calla lily bouquet.

ceremony and reception, and a trolley and Racer roller coaster cars from Kennywood Park made for a great wedding party photo shoot. A 70-degree day in November also inspired an exciting “first look” photo-op, with the couple surrounded by bright orange foliage. Christine says, “I remember I was so nervous, but as soon as I saw him, I completely calmed down and thought that was surely a good sign.”

Following the celebration, the happy couple enjoyed a honeymoon in Hawaii.

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Jenna Fortuna + Jon Lodovico Photograph from Jennifer Heymers Photography

Jennifer discovered her one-shoulder, rosecovered gown at MB Bride in Greensburg.

Details in WHIRL Directory, page 134.

In the beginning of February, right before Valentine’s Day, Jenna Fortuna and Jon Lodovico met while in their junior years at California University of Pennsylvania. Mutual friends brought them together, and they dated for two and a half years before a romantic proposal took place. The couple went to dinner at P.F. Chang’s, where Jon had arranged to have custom fortune cookies served at the end of the meal. Jenna opened her cookie, and her fortune read: “A very special proposal is in store for you in the near future.” Jon then told her to read her lucky number, and she read out their anniversary date. At that moment, Jon got down on one knee. The duo said “I do” at the Church of Saint Anne in Belle Vernon and celebrated at Greensburg Country Club. Rosebud Floral & Giftware provided bouquets and centerpieces following a purple and raspberry color scheme, and Erica Lee Designs provided the chair covers. As a special touch, Jenna adorned her bouquet with a sparkling brooch from her grandmother.

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WHIRL directory Feature: Ladies Who Launch

THE COB COLLECTION

American HealthCare Group, Inc., 1910 Cochran Road, Suite 405, Scott Township.

412.563.7854. american-healthcare.net. Araujo Photography, 2434 Smallman St., Strip District.

412.263.2711. araujophoto.com. Associates in Opthalmology, 9970 Mountain View Drive, West Mifflin. 800.246.1000. aioeyesurgeons.com.

Be Pure Salon, 5120 Butler St., Lawrenceville.

412.968.9100. bepuresalon.com. The Venue at Bella Sera, 414 Morganza Road, Canonsburg.

724.745.5575. bellaserapgh.com. Bikram Yoga, 1701 Murray Ave., Squirrel Hill. 412.586.7501. bypgh.com. Bodiography Contemporary Ballet, 5824 Forbes Ave., Squirrel Hill. 412.521.6094. bodiographycbc.com. BYS Yoga, 1113 East Carson St., South Side. 412.481.YOGA. bys-yoga. com. Cajoli Boutique, 3392 Saxonburg Blvd., Glenshaw. 412.767.5505. Chop, WOK & Talk!, 5404 Penn Ave., Bloomfield. 412.362.0679. chopwoktalk.com. The Dancer’s Pointe, 2821 Penn Ave., Strip District. 412.391.8899. thedancerspointe.com. Day Automotive Group, 1600 Golden Mile Hwy., Monroeville. 412.

DAY.FORD. dayauto.com. doTERRA ¯ Essential Oils, 724.941.6799. mydoterra.com/ruthibosco.

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very Molek has the coolest bedroom I’ve ever seen. When he opens the door, we’re greeted by a shelf of Kiss dolls, three deep. We turn the corner and see a second shelf of dolls, including a row of Mr. Potato Heads dressed as the costumed rockers, face paint and all. A life-size, cardboard cut-out of Gene Simmons observes our interview from the corner, and in case I had any doubt what his favorite band is, the 6 year old shows me the crayon drawings he did of a stage with a Kiss drum set.

The band is not only his favorite, but also the reason he started playing the drums at age 2. “My dad put on some Kiss videos, and I wasn’t just keeping the beat like this,” Avery explains, steadily tapping a stuffed dog on his bed, “I was more like this!” he says, as he taps out a mini drum solo on the dog’s back and starts humming the song in his head.

A year later, Avery made his stage debut at his daycare’s talent show. “That was the first time we let him perform for an audience,” says his mom, Liz. “He used a

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kid’s drum set from Toys ‘R’ Us.” The first grader at Allison Park Elementary School graduated to an adult size set at age 5, and I still can’t wrap my head around how he can stomp the pedals and reach the cymbals at just 4’3”. But he does, with the smooth rolls and high-energy solos of a veteran. He even performs as a guest drummer for local grown-up bands, like Code Whiskey and Ruff Creek, without missing a beat, and also performs solo shows.

“If he could, he’d play with an adult band every day,” says Avery’s dad, Ed. “It’s clear that’s where his fun is.” Recording videos in his basement to post online is fun, too — all that matters is someone’s watching.

“When you play for people, you’re thinking about rocking out for them,” Avery says.

His favorite songs to rock out to are “Let Me Go, Rock and Roll” and “Hot for Teacher.”

More than 1 million people viewed Avery’s video for the latter on YouTube, skyrocketing the Washington, Pa. native into the spotlight. The positive feedback from fans and other musicians is still unbelievable to the Moleks. When Brad

Paisley saw Avery’s impressive playing, he invited the youngster to join him on Good Morning America. He even performed a drum solo on LIVE with Kelly and Michael, which Avery’s drum teacher, Val DaPra, helped him practice for.

Avery learned the songs for his videos by ear, but he started taking lessons at age four to learn sheet music and finetune his natural talents. “I’m teaching him how to read drums and learn techniques to music he likes,” says DaPra, a percussion instructor at Guitar Gallery. “He’s a quick learner, so he’ll be a monster player later in life.”

People always ask Liz if Avery goes straight to his drums after school and practices until bed time, but that’s not the case. Avery is a normal 6 year old. He likes video games, he plays basketball at school, and he gets timeouts. “People think it’s hard or taxing for him to do shows, but he loves jumping on stage,” Ed says. “Kids have toys they play with more than others, and his just happens to be drums.”

Avery “Drummer” Molek, averydrummer.com.

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