- Thursday, September 24 at 7:00 p.m.: Yoko Suzuki Quartet: The Music of Geri Allen
Tune in for City of Asylum’s Jazz Poetry Festival! Thursday's performance features a tribute to the pioneering pianist and composer Geri Allen.
- Thursday, September 24 at 9:00 p.m.: Lucky Draw: Online Improv Encounters
Arcade Comedy Theater presents an online version of "Lucky Draw" a show filled with random improv encounters. Hosted by Scott Trampus, each show features randomly selected Arcade students and improvisers who perform alongside special guests.
- Thursday, September 24 at 7:00 p.m.: Jasmine Cho’s Portraits in Icing
Join the Heinz History Center and local artist Jasmine Cho for a portrait demonstration and conversation about her unique combination of cookie art and social justice.
- Friday, September 25 at various times: Pittsburgh Fashion Week
Pittsburgh Fashion Week wraps up with a panel discussion examining race relations in the industry, live music by Deja Monea, a screening of the film “Genderless” and more.
- Friday, September 25 at 6:00 p.m.: Lit Fridays
Lit Fridays is a literary-focused, virtual salon presented by the August Wilson African American Cultural Center, featuring conversations and guest performances on the last Friday of each month at 6:00 p.m. via Facebook Live and Zoom Webinar.
- Friday, September 25 at 7:00 p.m.: Virtual Speaker Series with the National Aviary
Have you ever wondered why birds migrate? How do you deliver health care to an eagle? Join the National Aviary to find out! Whether you’re a seasoned birder or a casual bird enthusiast, you’re sure to learn something new in this exciting new virtual lecture series.
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- Thursday and Friday, September 24 and 25 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.: Dine Out in Downtown with Live Music in Market Square
Order takeout from your favorite Downtown restaurants and enjoy live music in Market Square. Performing this week: Alex Stanton, Rowdy Kanarek, and Isaiah Ross.
- Enjoy lunch or dinner this weekend with new reopenings in Downtown
Meat & Potatoes recently reopened with new hours, including their Sunday brunch! See what else has recently reopened in Downtown here.
- Saturday, September 26: Aither Yoga opens with their first classes
After renovating the storefront at 339 Forbes Avenue, you can be among the first to take a class with new Downtown studio Aither Yoga, bringing a special focus on clean air yoga practice. Book your class here.
- Saturday, September 26 from 12:00 - 3:00 p.m.: Clark Morelia Pop-up at PG&H
Local makers Clark Morelia pop-up for a sidewalk sale outside PG&H.
- Saturday and Sunday, September 26 and 27: Improv and Stand-Up Drop-In Classes
Enjoy a fun, safe, and supportive way to spend two hours discovering the art of improv comedy in low-pressure drop-in classes from Arcade Comedy at the Oasis.
- Sunday, September 27 at 7:00 p.m.: Arcade Comedy at the Oasis
Have a laugh behind your mask with some short and sweet comedy shows in the heart of the Cultural District. This week enjoy standup comedy from Brad Stephenson and Jaye Cooper.
- Spend Sunday mornings getting your zen on with Yoga in the Square
Enjoy outdoor, socially distanced yoga classes every Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. You can pre-register for future classes here.
- Take ten minutes to complete your 2020 Census online or over the phone
Have you completed the 2020 Census yet? Your answers will help determine funding for your community for the next ten years.
- Shop and dine (safely) with your favorite stores and restaurants
Spend the weekend rediscovering your favorite small businesses: shop online and in-person at a number of Downtown retailers. Find a list of what's open here (and don't forget your mask!).
- Take in public art at your own pace with a self-guided walking tour
Did you know that you can download free guides to the public art pieces installed around Downtown? Check out the resources here, courtesy the Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council.
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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JOIN BUILD412 TECH FOR A TECH HAPPY HOUR
Pour yourself a drink and join Build412 Tech for a free virtual tech happy hour! This evening, September 24, at 4:30 p.m., join the region's leading technology professionals for an online networking event that's not just another online happy hour.
Get to know some of Pittsburgh's most interesting tech leaders during randomized mini-networking breakout rooms where you'll meet other people in tech and enter to win sponsor prizes. Learn about cool tech companies, discuss the latest technology innovations, discover new jobs, and more. Look for another tech happy hour to happen on Thursday, October 8.
Learn more.
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DINE OUT WITH LIVE MUSIC DOWNTOWN 🍴
Support your favorite restaurants by ordering takeout and enjoying it in Market Square. Right in the heart of the city, enjoy live music from local musicians on Thursdays and Fridays from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Plus, you’ll find socially-distanced tables set up throughout the Square so you can support your favorite Downtown restaurants by ordering takeout to enjoy in the heart of the city. You can find a full list of what’s open for takeout here.
All performances take place from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. under the Star Stage in Market Square. This week, enjoy performances by Alex Stanton on Thursday, and by Rowdy Kanarek and Isaiah Ross on Friday.
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 deliver beans to your front door. Check back often as these pages are updated regularly.
- What's Reopening in Downtown Pittsburgh
- Downtown Delivers: Pittsburgh Restaurants Open for Dine-In, 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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