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Poetry of the Underworld 📖

April 15 | Carnegie Library Lecture Hall
If you love Dante, Ovid, the Mahābhārata, or other literature of the afterlife, be sure to check out this special event! Srikanth Reddy’s latest book of poetry, Underworld Lit, was a finalist for the Griffin International Poetry Prize, the Poetry Society of America’s T.S. Eliot Four Quartets Prize, and a Times Literary Supplement “Book of the Year” for 2020. He is also the author of Voyager, named one of the best books of poetry in 2011 by The New Yorker, The Believer, and National Public Radio. Reddy’s writing has appeared in Harper’s, The Guardian (UK), The New York Times, and The Washington Post.
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West Mifflin Roadshow 🪙

April 15-19 | Wingate Pittsburgh/West Mifflin
Do you have precious metals, coins, collectibles, jewelry, and/or antiques that you want to sell?
Join us for our FREE five-day-only event in the location’s meeting space, where an on-site expert will evaluate your precious metals, coins, collectibles, and antiques!

PJ Party 💤

April 16 | Coraopolis
Join us for a cozy shopping experience on National Pajama Day! Enjoy snacks, bevs, and crafts, plus 10% off in our Floral & Gift Shoppe. Wear your comfiest clothes and bring a friend to join in on the fun!

Eggcellent Celebration 🐰

April 18 | Kennywood
The fun begins egg-stra early this year with our all-new Eggcellent Celebration event! Join us for new festive fun in Kennywood Junction and the first rides on all your favorite attractions from mild to wild.
Meet Tuft the Kennywood Easter Bunny, enjoy an Eggcellent Scavenger Hunt, explore Kennywood Junctiion and even add a Brunch with Tuft - alongside all your favorite Kennywood staples you know and love.

Thrift & Ride 🚗

April 19 | Cohatch Southside Works
Hop in and buckle up for Thrift & Ride, the ultimate thrifting experience on wheels! We’re hitting the road in a comfy passenger van, making stops at some of the best local thrift shops, vintage boutiques, and hidden gem resale stores.

Adult Easter Egg Hunt 🥚

April 19 | Southern Tier Brewing Co.
Ready for an egg-citing challenge? At our Adult Easter Egg Hunt, the Easter Egg is hidden in plain sight—on the tap handles! Out of all the beers, 1 is the secret "Easter Egg Beer". If you pick it, you win a prize!

Vintage Makers Market 👗

April 19 | Bakery Square
Discover unique handcrafted goods and timeless treasures from tons of local artisans and vintage vendors in The Portal at Bakery Square.
Donation bins will be available for you to drop off new or gently used clothing and accessories. Donations will help attendees find outfits for Pride, Queer Prom, or simply refresh their wardrobes. Any clothing left over will go toward building the NYOX STUDIO Free Family Closet at The Children’s Home, ensuring ongoing support for families in need.

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Spring Flower Show: A Bloom for Every Room 💮🌸

March 22 - April 20 | Phipps Conservatory
Spring Flower Show always provides the burst of color and fragrance you've been missing all winter long, and this year’s Spring Flower Show: A Bloom for Every Room puts a unique twist on a beloved Pittsburgh tradition!

Opening Sat., March 22 and only lasting four weeks, this year's eye-catching displays will highlight all the quintessential spring blooms you love to see during this time of year. In a unique twist this year, each room is dedicated to a different stunning seasonal bloom — from tulips to pansies, lilies and more — allowing you to appreciate the beauty and unique details of each flower. With displays bursting with color and fragrance, your senses are sure to be delighted!

Ongoing…

Kara Walker: Harper's Pictorial History of the Civil War (Annotated) 🖼️

Mar. 1 - May 25 | Frick Pittsburgh

Comprised of 15 large scale prints, Kara Walker: Harper’s Pictorial History of the Civil War (Annotated) revisits the historical representations found in the two-volume anthology published in 1866, "Harper’s Pictorial History of the Civil War." Walker overlays enlargements of woodcut plates with her black silkscreen cutout figures in solid black silhouette. In doing so, Walker brings to light experiences of racism that were often omitted or merely hinted at in traditional historical narratives.

Mental Health: Mind Matters🧠🎭

Mar. 1 - Aug. 17 | Carnegie Science Center
Break the stigma. Build understanding. Start the conversation. Step into an immersive journey designed to break stigma, build understanding, and spark important conversations. The “Mental Health: Mind Matters” traveling exhibition brings the science of mental health to life through immersive exhibits and personal stories, offering a deeper look into the complexities of mental well-being.

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