Popular annual Creative Arts Festival takes place downtown next month

Get ready to knit one, purl two! The annual Pittsburgh Creative Arts Festival, formerly called the Pittsburgh Knit and Crochet Festival, is slated to take place on April 6 through 8 at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center, downtown. The event features a variety of information and adventures in knitting, crochet, quilting and sewing. It … Read more

Depreciation Lands Museum offers weaving classes on harness looms

Have you always wanted to learn the ago-old craft of weaving and create your own fabric art? If so, check out the classes being offered this month at the Depreciation Lands Museum located just off Route 8 in Allison Park. These hands-on classes are being presented by the Butler Spinners and Weavers Guild. Introduction to … Read more

Take precautions when snow shoveling; it can be dangerous and even fatal

Whether you’re dealing with a light dusting or a blizzard, cleaning up snow can be a pain. It’s an everyday chore that’s deceptively dangerous. Every year, more than 100 people die shoveling snow. Even if it doesn’t kill you, 11,500 Americans end up in the hospital each year because of snow shoveling injuries. The most … Read more

Sheriff’s Office offers variety of crime prevention programs for older adults

When it comes to safety and crime prevention, Deputy S. Jason Tarap of the Allegheny County Sheriff’s Office is a tireless advocate on the subject. He has dedicated a career to making sure county residents are highly educated on the topic—particularly, older adults. “After 25 years in this job, I’m still passionate about our citizens … Read more

Indoor fun with grandkids: Activities to brighten a gloomy day

The holidays have come and gone and the weather is cold outside. But don’t let it get you down in the dumps. The coming months are the perfect time for lots of cozy indoor fun with the grandkids. Try these ideas to brighten your spirits and strengthen your bond. Make a tent or fort. Indoor … Read more

Keystone Paralyzed Veterans of America host annual awards banquet

This year’s annual awards banquet for the Keystone Paralyzed Veterans of America—held on October 5 at the Hampton Banquet Hall in Gibsonia—combined entertainment, awards and prizes, and lots of good food. Kurtt [sic] Robinson, the Pittsburgh-based national service officer for the Paralyzed Veterans of America, served as the banquet’s master of ceremonies. Paralyzed Veterans of … Read more