- All weekend long: live-streamed performances from the City of Asylum's "The Show Must Go On(line)" Portal
You can enjoy works from your favorite arts groups at home, thanks to "The Show Must Go On(line)" program. This weekend, look for works from the New Hazlett Theater and the Kelly Strayhorn Theater.
- Friday, June 19 at 10:30 a.m.: Celebrating Black Scientists with Carnegie Science Center
In honor of Juneteenth, science educators from the Carnegie Science Center will be on Facebook Live discussing Black scientists and STEM trailblazers who inspire them, including Mae Jemison, Katherine Johnson, Oneeka Williams, and more.
- Friday, June 19 at 1:00 p.m.: Juneteenth Live Freedom Day Walk
Join the Western Pennsylvania Juneteenth Celebration, along with a number of local historians and educators for a live-streamed walk exploring Black historic landmarks throughout the city.
- Friday, June 19 at 7:30 p.m.: Liberty Magic @ Home Black Lives Matter Episode
Experience magic at home with the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust's Liberty Magic @ Home. This week, hosted by Eric Jones, Liberty Magic will showcase magicians Ran’D Shine and The Evasons in a discussion around social injustice within the community of magic theatre and cultural appropriation in the history of the performance of magic. Learn more.
- Friday, June 19 at 9:00 p.m.: DIAL-UP Improvised Zoom Calls from Arcade Comedy Theater
It's the debut of a brand new comedy show from the Frances Brothers, featuring special guests Frankly Scarlett and Sara Kantner!
- Saturday, June 20 at 12:00 p.m.: Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival
The first-ever online Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival is a free special event curated by the August Wilson African American Cultural Center that will feature legendary jazz artists from around the world, including Sean Jones, Dianne Reeves, The Bad Plus, and more. Additionally, enjoy a look back at the festival's first ten years.
- Sunday, June 21 from 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.: Make Music Day 2020
Enjoy a full day of live music from the Pittsburgh community as part of Make Music Day Pittsburgh. This free, all-day celebration includes performances, virtual activities, classes, and more.
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- Shop local produce, products, and more at the 11th Street (Market Square) Farmers Market this Sunday
The 11th Street Farmers Market continues in a new location near the Convention Center to facilitate increased social distancing and pedestrian access while providing access to locally-grown produce and goods. The event is free, and limited free parking is also available. Also, hot food will now be served and is allowed to be eaten on-site.
- Shop and dine (safely) as stores and restaurants reopen
Enjoy dining at your favorite eateries and shopping in person now that we're in the green phase. Find a list of what's open here (and don't forget your mask!).
- Get outdoors and learn about the environment around you with help from Venture Outdoors
Check out online resources for kids, adults, and seniors to explore the outdoors.
- Explore creative connections with hands-on learning tools from the Cultural Trust
Each lesson is only a few minutes long and uses materials that most people already have on hand. Featuring visual arts, movement, music, and more, you can connect with the arts from wherever you are!
- Experience a guided (but socially-distant) tour of Pittsburgh
Walk the Burgh and Bike the Burgh Tours have begun again, offering small tour sizes to allow for social distancing while teaching you about the history and fun facts of the city.
- Explore Downtown's riverfront on a Healthy Ride self-paced bike tour
Get outside and easily grab a Healthy Ride bike to enjoy a socially-distanced outdoor tour of Pittsburgh's three rivers.
- Learn about the art and legacy of Andy Warhol from home
The Andy Warhol Museum has gone digital! Explore the artist's iconic works, learn about the history of the museum, and more.
- Learn about the elements of storytelling with Penny Arcade
Kids can learn about the elements of storytelling and flex their creativity with Penny Arcade's Collaboration Worksheet! Print out the PDF at home and kids can draw settings, create characters, and write dialogue.
Is your organization hosting or planning unique virtual or online events and resources? Send us an email so we can help get the word out.
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CELEBRATING JUNETEENTH IN PITTSBURGH WITH VIRTUAL AND IN-PERSON EVENTS
While this year's Western PA Juneteenth & Black Music Festival has been postponed until the end of August, there are a number of in-person and online events that will still be happening this weekend to celebrate the holiday.
Virtually, join historians and educators for a Facebook Live walking tour of historic Black landmarks in and around Downtown this Friday, June 19 at 1:00 p.m. Starting at Point State Park, the walk will include a history of Pittsburgh as stories are told to illustrate everything from the colonial era and the Underground Railroad to the history of the Hill District. Read more, via WESA, and watch the event live on the Western PA Juneteenth Facebook Page.
Additionally, on Friday morning, join the Carnegie Science Center for an online discussion of Black scientists and STEM trailblazers, including Mae Jemison, Katherine Johnson, Leland Melvin, and more.
A number of in-person events are still occurring, as well, including a Car Cruise for Black LGBTQ Liberation. Learn more about the happenings via Pittsburgh City Paper.
Curious about the history of Juneteenth? Here's a brief guide to what you should know, via the NY Times.
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YOUR DOWNTOWN GIFT GUIDE FOR FATHER’S DAY
Looking for that perfect Father’s Day gift? Many of your favorite Downtown businesses are open and offering many Father’s Day specials, including:
Plus, many of Downtown's small businesses and restaurants are open for in-person services, along with virtual shopping, takeout, and delivery.
Read more.
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THE PITTSBURGH INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL GOES ONLINE
This Saturday, June 20 at 12:00 p.m., enjoy the Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival with their first-ever online event!
Curated by the August Wilson African American Cultural Center in collaboration with award-winning musician Sean Jones, the virtual event will feature legendary jazz musicians from around the world.
This year, look for a live performance by local Pittsburgh artists, special tributes, and a look back at archival interviews and footage from the Festival’s first 10 years.
Featured musicians include Dianne Reeves, The Bad Plus, Laurin Talese, Jeff Watts, Brett Williams, Lakecia Benjamin, and more.
Learn more.
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RESOURCES, INFORMATION, AND MORE
Below, see a list of resource pages available for residents, workers, and visitors in Downtown Pittsburgh with everything from where to get dinner from home to which coffee shops can delivery beans to your front door. Check back often as these pages are updated regularly.
- Downtown Delivers: Pittsburgh Restaurants Offering Delivery and Takeout
- Supporting Downtown Pittsburgh’s Small Businesses
- Support Programs, Loans, & Resources for Individuals, Business Owners, and More
- How to Stay Safe & Support Downtown’s Small Businesses
- Health & Safety Communications Resources
See official links to federal, state, county, and city information and resources related to the COVID-19.
For questions, comments, suggestions, or help finding resources that are available, send us an email at PDP@DowntownPittsburgh.com.
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