Posted by Walnut Capital on 5:22 PM
1 Ride the Duquesne or Monongahela InclineAlso known as funiculars, these “inclined planes” were built in the late 1800′s to transport immigrant workers from work at plants along Pittsburgh’s rivers to their homes atop Mt. Washington. While they still serve as transportation for area residents, they are also a great way to enjoy the beautiful panoramic Pittsburgh skyline, a view ranked as the second most beautiful place in America by USA Today. The Duquesne Incline, still utilizing the two original 1877 wooden cable cars, is also a working museum.2 Have Lunch at Primanti’s
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Posted by Walnut Capital on 8:11 AM
NEW YEAR'S EVE!12/31/2011 @ 6pm The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust presents First Night 2012!
Hands-On Activities for All AgesThere is a little bit of everything at Highmark First Night Pittsburgh, from music, dance, live theater, games, puppets and fireworks!Are you ready to get to work with some of these hands-on activities throughout the cultural district on New Year’s Eve?Begin your creativity at Fifth Avenue Place, with free face painting with FX Studio and incredible balloon designs from Amber’s Amazing Animal Balloons. Say hello to Giggles the Clown and learn how to create your own balloon animals!...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 1:40 PM
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Posted by Walnut Capital on 7:40 AM
Owners Sam and Lori DiBattista opened Vivo Kitchen in Sewickley in August. Its interior has a style much different than their Bellevue restaurant.After operating Vivo in Bellevue for more than a decade, Sam and Lori DiBattista closed it earlier this year, and at the end of August opened a reimagined restaurant, Vivo Kitchen, in Sewickley.The name is almost the same, some furniture has been repurposed, Mr. DiBattista still runs the kitchen, but otherwise it's a whole new show.Where Vivo was shabby chic, Vivo Kitchen is sleek and modern. The marble tables from Bellevue have been fused into a long, elegant bar. There's a nod to the incandescent...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 2:58 PM
Wünderstudies: An Improvised Musical will be held Saturday, November 12th at 8 pm at the Steel City Improv Theater (808-B Tripoli St, Pittsburgh, PA). The cost is $5 per person. “Wünderstudies presents a completely improvised musical theater show based on your suggestions. Look out Broadway, Wünderstudies is about to steal your thunder… studies.” Visit the Wünderstudies website for more info....
Posted by Walnut Capital on 6:48 AM
The Michael Lotenero Art Show and Benefit for the Persad Center will be held at Bakery Square on November 11th from 6pm to 10pm. This event is free and open to the public with half of the proceeds benefiting the Persad Center whose mission is to improve the well being of the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and HIV/AIDS communities and their allies. Parking is available for free in the Bakery Square Parking Garage. Enter the art show near the main entrance to the Google Building near Boxwood & Verizon Fios. For more information about this event, please contact Bob McGrogan at 412-441-9786 x224 or bmcgrogan@persadcenter.org RSVP...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 10:47 AM
Great news for Pittsburgh!
Built in 1909 by Henry Clay Frick and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1991, the towering Highland Building in East Liberty has proven itself a worthy adversary against four past developers who backed out of plans to renovate the vacant structure at 121 South Highland Street. However, a large and determined consortium of development groups has their fingers crossed that this time will be different, as they await approval from the Governor's Office for $4.5 million in RACP funds for a parking garage, as well as Department of Housing and Urban Development financing that will make their project possible.
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Posted by Walnut Capital on 4:03 PM
Have a wiener dog or a pup under 25 lbs? Sign up, it’s free! Aren’t they cute?! Your dog could participate! It's time to register for the 2nd Annual Running of the Wieners, presented by Better Than Treat Brands! The 2nd Annual Running of the Wieners is a part of Bakery Scare- a day long event that will feature the Better Than Treat Brands’ wildly popular event, where small dogs race in hot dog costumes! The event will also feature live music, celebrity guests, costume contests for pets and people alike, trick-or-treating, pumpkin painting and more! Proceeds will benefit Animal Friends. To enter, send an email to EnterMyDog@gmail.com...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 12:03 PM
Are you prepared for an emergency? Read on to find out what you should have with you in case of an emergency. With Hurricane Irene bearing down on the East Coast and many Americans trying to evacuate the area in their vehicles, there is a very real threat for people of winding up on their own or even stranded in their vehicle, which becomes a kind of lifeboat. But what is in that lifeboat to help an individual or a family cope with adverse conditions? Too few drivers keep basic tools and other necessities and helpers to endure a night or more alone in a car, or the basics to get a damaged car back on the road.There are a few small...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 6:34 AM
Get free admission to the Carnegie Science Center on Sunday! Event: Free Admission Day at the Carnegie Science Center Location: Carnegie Science Center, 1 Allegheny Avenue, North Shore, Pittsburgh, PA Date: Sunday, September 25, 2011 Time: 10am until 5pm Cost: Free Description: Enjoy free admission to the Carnegie Science Center, thanks to2011 RADical Days. Note: the Miniature Railroad will be closed for maintenance, however you can still enjoy robots, fish, experiments, activities and fun for all ages! Special performances: Prime Stage Theatre and the Pittsburgh Youth Symphony Orchestra will present...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 10:50 AM
Spend this weekend at Bakery Square! On Saturday is the Back to School Bash, Bakery U, from 5 pm to 10 pm. Bakery U is the ultimate orientation to Pittsburgh for students, professional transplants and current residents to learn more about how to become more active in our amazing city! Local companies, charities and non-profits will be showcasing all that Pittsburgh has to offer. Volunteer opportunities, internships and activities abound-all while you groove to Pittsburgh’s premier Dave Matthew’s tribute band, One Sweet Burgh and dance to the sounds of 91.3 WYEP’s favorite DJ’s.The complimentary bar will feature craft brews and 100% of donations...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 8:22 AM
The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra is giving a free performance on September 20th. Read below for more details: Event: Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra’s BNY Mellon Grand Classics Season Preview Location: Heinz Hall, 600 Penn Avenue, Downtown, Pittsburgh, PA Date: Tuesday, September 20, 2011 Time: 7:30pm Cost: Free Description: Join the PSO for a FREE concert to preview the 2011-2012 BNY Mellon Grand Classics Season! WTAE’s Sally Wiggin hosts an evening of highlights from the upcoming BNY Mellon Grand Classics Season. Join Music Director Manfred Honeck, along with conductors Lawrence Loh and Thomas...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 10:21 AM
Check out the day by day list of where to get yourself cheap tacos during the week in Pittsburgh~! Monday Franklin Inn in the North Hills offers $1.00 tacos, made from quality ground beef they cook and season themselves and chicken they cook and shred. They’re the same ones they serve in their dinners. Soft or hard tacos are available, made with beef or chicken. The deal is available from 7pm to 10pm (valid at the bar only). Duke’s Station in Bethel Park offers $1.00 tacos on Monday nights, along with $1.00 16 oz Yuengling Drafts and $1.00 hot dogs (valid at the bar only). You’ll also find 95 cent tacos and $2.95 regular...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 9:31 AM
If you are looking for a cultural experience check out the 2011 Pittsburgh Irish Festival this weekend! Event: 2011 Pittsburgh Irish Festival Location: Riverplex at Sandcastle, 1000 Sandcastle Drive, West Homestead (Pittsburgh) PA, 15120 Date: Friday-Sunday, September 9-11, 2011 Time: Friday 4pm-midnight, Saturday 11am-midnight, Sunday 9am-6pm Cost: Adults are $10 inadvance and $12 at the gate. Kids 12 and under are free. Description: A 3 day Irish Festival featuring Irish music, live bands and musicians, bagpipe performers, Irish dancing, food and more. For the families, they will also have Irish Arts and...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 7:25 AM
Time: Saturday, September 24th from 12-5pm. Location: Bakery Square More Info: Stop by Bakery Square for The Animal Rescue League’s pet adoption event. We hope you find room in your heart (and home) for one of our area's homeless pups! ...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 9:33 AM
Looking for a dinner deal for your birthday? Living Pittsburgh did the research for you and found some good deals. Read on for more info: Living Pittsburgh has found some great ways for you to celebrate your special day in Pittsburgh for less. Some places even offer you the ability to cash in on your free birthday meal during the week before and after your birthday so you can space out the bargains. Look for more LP Birthday bargains coming soon. Here’s a hint – we’ve found deals all day! If you know of any other local birthday dinner deals in Pittsburgh, please send the details to info@livingpittsburgh.com. Join Big Burrito’s...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 10:15 AM
Looking for something to do this weekend? Why not the 2011 South Park Rib and Wing Challenge? Event: 2011 South Park Rib & Wing Challenge Location: Allegheny South Park Fairgrounds Date: Saturday, September 3 through Monday, September 5, 2011 Time: Saturday & Sunday noon until 10pm, Monday noon until 8pm Cost: $8 pre-sale, $10 at the door* Description: Enjoy live music, a children’s zone, crafter’s market, Wild World of Animals shows, an activity tent, pony rides, a petting zoo and lots more. The South Park Rib and Wing Challenge has some of the best BBQ’s from all over the country. Come...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 9:42 AM
Located in downtown Pittsburgh’s Cultural District, the ToonSeum is a must see! Admission for children 12 and under is free while adults and children over 13 are just $4.00. The mission of the ToonSeum is to celebrate the art of cartooning. Their goal is to promote a deeper appreciation of the cartoonists and their work through hands-on workshops, community outreach, cartoon-oriented educational programming, and exhibitions of original cartoon art. Pittsburgh's Museum of Cartoon Art, is one of only three museums in the United States dedicated exclusively to the cartoon arts. The ToonSeum features exhibitions of original comic and...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 10:00 AM
Fall is almost here. Don’t worry, we’ve found some cool things to keep you busy this fall thanks to The Burgh, Exposed. Check out the links for some fun events coming this fall: Let's face it. Fall is coming. Let's also face this: fall in Pittsburgh is great. I would be content if the only season we had here was fall. I digress. Here's some of my personal recommendations of things to do in Pittsburgh this fall: The Burgh, Exposed: Fall in Pittsburgh: Some stuff to do...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 8:00 PM
Some changes have been made to the CMU shuttle service and we wanted to update all of our CMU students, employees, and affiliates. We also have the Bakery Square (Google Headquarters) and PTC Shuttles (Pittsburgh Technology Center) which are buses dedicated to transporting CMU affiliates between campus and those locations. Improvements have been made to the Bakery Square Shuttle which will provide another transportation opportunity to campus for affiliates who reside in the Shady Avenue and Fifth Avenue areas. Check out all the details on the CMU Shuttle and Escort website!...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 8:44 AM
If you don’t have renters insurance yet, read this article. It’s cheap and can be a life saver. If you're renting for the first time, or have been renting for years without insurance, you'll want to consider purchasing some insurance. MSN.com debunks four myths about renters insurance, which just might persuade you to buy a plan: Renters insurance and 4 reasons you need it - MSN Real Estate...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 2:49 PM
Want to be an extra in the new Batman movie? All you have to do is what Pittsburgher’s do best: be a football fan! Check out the link for more details if you’re interested in participating Saturday. Not only is Batman making a movie in the Burgh, he’s going to film it in Pittsburgh’s favorite place, doing Pittsburgh’s favorite thing! The Dark Knight Rises is scheduled to shoot a scene at Heinz Field and they want to fill the stadium with Steelers fans like YOU! For yinzer comic book fans this is a dream come true. The only thing that could make August 6, 2011 any better is if Troy Polamalu throws on a Gotham Rogues uniform and...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 3:08 PM
The Steelers are thinking of resigning Plaxico Burress. What do you think about this? Plaxico Burress dined twice with the Steelers at Saint Vincent College today and while he did not talk to the press, it appears it may come down to an AFC championship game matchup for his services: the Steelers vs. the New York Jets. Steelers 'interested' in Burress, who dines twice with Steelers...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 4:47 PM
Calling all pet lovers, animal enthusiasts, and families: Join us at Bakery Square for a weekend of pet-friendly fun. BARKery Square this Saturday is an afternoon of fun for you and your pup! AND the Sunday Marketplace from Noon-4:00pm will feature artists, fresh baked goods, and produce from Grow Pgh! At BARKery Square, guests will enjoy pet-friendly activities, live music from local bands, THE PRESSURE & MACE BALLARD, and Bakery Square’s first YAPPY HOUR – a 21+ happy hour featuring free micro-brews and Clique vodka cocktails. BARKery Square and Sunday Marketplace are FREE and open to the public events – rain or shine. ...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 2:00 PM
“You have to love a nation that celebrates its independence every July 4, not with a parade of guns, tanks, and soldiers who file by the White House in a show of strength and muscle, but with family picnics where kids throw Frisbees, the potato salad gets iffy, and the flies die from happiness. You may think you have overeaten, but it is patriotism.” -Erma Bombeck We wish everyone a Happy 4th of July!...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 10:00 AM
It’s the Fourth of July weekend and for Pittsburghers, that means it’s time for the Three Rivers Regatta! Check out the link for all the details this year for the event that runs from Saturday to Monday. This is just a fun way to spend the holiday weekend. The 34th annual—all FREE—EQT Pittsburgh Three Rivers Regatta is the tri-state's most anticipated summertime event... and rightfully so. Every year, over 600,000 spectators swarm the banks of the Allegheny River, the inviting lawns of historic Point State Park, and the meandering river-walk of scenic North Shore to celebrate the region's most prolific festival of air, land...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 1:03 PM
Join vitaminWater zero at Sip in Style on Saturday June 25, 2011 from 5p-10p at Bakery Square benefiting Dress for Success! See this summmer's newest trends from Sew Addicted, Trendy Trousseau and Bakery Square's own Anthropologie and Free People. DJ Michael Cunningham will be spinning while the fashions come alive on local models! Shop sidewalk and trunk sales and get the looks straight from the runway. The vitaminwater Zero VIP Lounge will be hosted by 85 Broads, a global women's networking group, on the terrace of the 2nd Floor of the Google Building. Connect with Pittsburgh's finest and most fashionable while sipping a specialty...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 9:17 AM
There is once again confirmation that Pittsburgh is one of the best places to live! Also, we were excited to see Bakery Square mentioned in the Wall Street Journal! There are a few abandoned mills along the rivers, but most seem to have been razed and replaced with office parks. The old Heinz ketchup factory on the North Side is now luxury apartments. Google does engineering and robotics research in a former Nabisco factory near Shadyside on the East End. Pittsburgh's Housing Market Thrives - WSJ.com...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 10:00 AM
“It is foolish and wrong to mourn the men who died. Rather we should thank God that such men lived.” – General George S. Patton We would like to wish everyone a Happy Memorial Day and extend a sincere thanks to everyone who serves or has served in the United States Military! Check out some of this great Memorial Day history: http://www.usmemorialday.org/backgrnd.html...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 2:59 PM
We just wanted to update our fans and let you know that all our Oakland apartments have been leased. However, we do still have availability throughout Pittsburgh. Give us a call 412-683-3810 so we can help you find an apartment while we still have availability!...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 2:56 PM
If you are looking for a great townhome in Pittsburgh, be sure to check out the New Walnut on Forbes from Walnut Capital. These townhomes feature a two car garage, 3 bedrooms, central air, and an included washer/dryer. If you are interested, please give us a call at (412) 683-3810. Seven brand new townhomes have been added to the Walnut on Forbes community. These units capture the charm of the historic homes, but are completely new construction from the ground-up, with all new interiors and appliances. Enjoy all the amenities of the Walnut on Forbes plan, including a great location in the heart of Squirrel Hill and convenient public...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 11:47 AM
But the work – and the challenges – didn’t stop there. Urban Active’s BkSq space was essentially constructed out of pre-cast concrete and partially enclosed by a parking garage. “It was basically one giant precast box,” explained Eric Pascucci, PJ Dick Project Manager. That 47,000 square foot pre-cast box, however, was ultimately transformed into a state-of-the-art fitness space including a swimming pool, tanning salon, racquetball and basketball courts, locker room facilities with saunas and lounges, personal and group fitness studios, as well as a mezzanine level complete with a smoothie bar and pro-shop. ...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 10:00 AM
We want to wish all the mothers a Happy Mother’s Day! Tell us how you are honoring your mom this year. Also, check out some of these interesting Mother’s Day facts: Here is a collection of amazing Mothers Day trivia. You'll find that most of these Mother Day trivia are hard to believe yet true. Just for your ease we have segregated these Mother's Day facts and trivia into various sections. You may use these Mother's Day Trivia to amaze your friends or put them as questions in any Mothers Day Quiz programme. Mother's Day Trivia,Mothers Day Facts,Mothers Day Trivia...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 10:58 AM
This exciting Pop City 5th Birthday Bash is just over a week away on Wednesday the 11th. If you buy tickets in advance, they are $5 off the normal price. For just $20 you will enjoy local food, cocktails, and live music! Click the link for full details and to order tickets from ShowClix. Pop City invites you to celebrate its 5th anniversary on 5.11.11 at Pittsburgh's newest East End development, Bakery Square! Enjoy an evening of local food, cocktails, live acoustic performance by Melinda (http://listentomelinda.com/) and DJ J. Malls ((http://www.myspace.com/j_malls) spinning his danceable groove, and a special POP-era performance by Pittsburgh Opera (www.pittsburghopera.org)! Experience local art and more musical performances from Pop City's supporters and partners...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 10:48 AM
Has the 'burgh morphed into the city that never sleeps? Holy Batman! Still, there's one more party to add to your list. Pop City is celebrating its fifth anniversary mid-May with a birthday bash at Bakery Square. Food, cocktails, acoustic set by blues-rocker Melinda and grooves courtesy of DJ J. Malls. Best of all, you'll rub shoulders with those we've partnered with and written about over these many years. Pittsburgh is filled with great people doing extraordinary things and we'll raise a glass to that as well as you, our readers. Join us for a night that does Pittsburgh right. Let's Get This...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 1:50 PM
Before you rush to file your taxes today, remember that you actually have three more days to get your forms turned in to the tax man. Instead of being due on April 15, which is typically the filing deadline, your taxes are due Mon., April 18 this year. The three bonus days come thanks to Emancipation Day, a little-known Washington, D.C., holiday that celebrates the freeing of slaves in the district. Emancipation Day falls on Sat., April 16, but it is observed in D.C. on Fri., April 15. That prompted the IRS to extend the tax filing deadline to April 18 this year. Under the tax code, filing deadlines can't fall on Saturdays, Sundays...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 10:00 AM
Bakery Square is proud to be a LEED certified development and it was great to help the EDISON.21 Team by discussing this innovation and setting an example for future developers! The EDISON.21 Project, a program dedicated to cultivating innovative thinking that leads to new business development, heads to the Pittsburgh area Thursday for its first full immersion in sustainable community design. The EDISON.21 team, a group of 12 young adults, plus design and construction professionals, mentors and program sponsors, are slated to visit several sites that are the world’s first examples of high performance building in several categories. ...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 2:55 PM
Target may be the next big thing in East Liberty, but there’s a project waiting in the wings that would bring the Highland Building back to life, along with the nearby Wallace Building. Giving an historic building its purpose back seems more meritorious and more interesting than slapping up a giant box store... sorry Tar-zhay. The state holds the key — a $4.5 million grant from its Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program. That money would be spent to build a parking garage between the Highland and Wallace buildings. Lack of parking has been the main reason why four developers over a decade have walked away from repurposing plans...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 2:56 PM
Check out the great fact sheet about Bakery Square produced by the state: ...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 10:00 AM
Just in case anyone didn't believe it before, more proof that Pittsburgh is the best place to live! Each year Carnegie Mellon's Tepper School of Business attracts some of the brightest master's degree candidates in the country. But the admissions staff occasionally has to sway prospective students with their choice of top schools who wonder why they should relocate to Pittsburgh, Pa. "Pittsburgh has a really great cultural scene. We have a great ballet and a great symphony that travels the world and performs to packed houses, and there's a restaurant scene that's much more diverse than it ever was when I was growing up," says Wendy Hermann,...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 2:17 PM
Chalk it up as another win for the City of Champions. A new study released Monday from the London-based Economist Intelligence Unit listed Pittsburgh as the "most livable city" in the U.S., narrowly edging out Honolulu for the top bragging rights. Move over, Honolulu; Pittsburgh's No. 1 in U.S....
Posted by Walnut Capital on 10:00 AM
Kevin Driscoll has no physical infirmity, and he obviously never will be pregnant. But when Driscoll visits Bakery Square in East Liberty, he quickly can grab a designated parking space that would get most people towed if they took it. Such are the benefits of driving a "green" vehicle. "It's kind of a nice reward," said Driscoll, 44, an information technology consultant from McCandless who has owned a hybrid Toyota Prius for the past five years. Reserved parking in East Liberty goes green - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 2:58 PM
Bakery Square was recently presented with an award for “Best Mixed Use” for 2010 at the 18th Annual NAIOP Award Banquet. Thank you for the support from our fans! Award Banquet...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 2:16 PM
Last year, the Urban Redevelopment Authority approved partnering developers Walnut Capital and Massaro Properties' plans for a $23 million conversion of the Highland Building and neighboring Wallace Building into 129 one-bedroom apartments, a new parking garage, fitness center, and small retail storefronts. Will East Liberty's historic Highland Building finally get a second life?...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 10:00 AM
We want to wish all our fans a Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Check out the link below for some fun St. Patricks’s Day facts: St. Patrick’s Day is observed on March 17 because that is the feast day of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. It is believed that he died on March 17 in the year 461 AD. It is also a worldwide celebration of Irish culture and history. St. Patrick’s Day is a national holiday in Ireland, and a provincial holiday in the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador. The actual color of St. Patrick is blue. Green became associated with St. Patrick's Day during the 19th century. Green, in Irish legends, was...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 1:17 PM
Check out all the great shuttles available through CMU including our very own Bakery Square Shuttle...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 11:03 AM
Did you know about the Walnut Capital Shuttle? This shuttle is offered free of charge for all tenants of properties managed by Walnut Capital and is available Monday through Friday. Click the link below to see the schedule: Walnut Capital Shuttle Schedule...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 10:00 AM
Daylight savings time is coming up this weekend. Don’t forget to set your clocks forward! Every year, daylight savings time seems to take people by surprise. In the United States, daylight savings time begins on March 13 at 2 a.m. local time except in parts of Arizona and Hawaii. As the popular saying goes, clocks need to "spring forward" to observe the change. In other words, clocks need to be set ahead by one hour when the clock strikes 2 a.m. Daylight Savings Time Begins on March 13 in the U.S. - Yahoo! News...
Posted by Walnut Capital on 2:22 PM
Don’t miss your chance to live right in the heart of Oakland at the University Commons. We only have 2 townhomes left starting at $1680. View all the details about these townhomes on the Walnut Capital Website. You can even download an application as well!...
