“People hold signs over their heads as they spell out “Google” along Forbes Avenue between Ross and Grant streets.”
photo by Darrell Sapp/Post-Gazette
Who doesn’t want a free cupcake?
A popular event that occurs from London to San Fransisco will now be seen in the streets of Pittsburgh this April! Pittsburgh’s Tweed Ride will take place on April 3rd, so be sure to be a dapper chap and rock some tweed!
“Friday will be “Google Day” in the city of Pittsburgh as the Mayor’s office calls on city residents to don black-and-gold and form the word “GOOGLE” for a photograph tomorrow at lunchtime, Mayor Luke Ravenstahl announced today.” Read more from the Post-Gazette article
Also be sure to check out www.PittsburghGoesGoogle.com
Pittsburgh might be Romantically Challenged
While some may find Pittsburgh romantically challenged the new ABC show staring Alyssa Milano will explore love in our city. Milano discussed some details of the new show on Entertainment Tonight, check out the video.
Premise: An ensemble comedy about four friends trying to find love and happiness in Pittsburgh, often unsuccessfully. Alyssa Milano stars as Rebecca, a very recently divorced mom of a 15-year-old boy who hasn’t dated since the 90’s. Rebecca’s best friend since childhood, Perry (Bonheimer), is a sensitive romantic who falls in love with women 20 minutes after meeting them. Perry lives with his best friend Shawn (Lawson), a struggling writer and ladies man who depends on Perry for financial stability. Rounding out the group is Rebecca’s younger sister Lisa (Stables), a sweet kindergarten teacher who tries to hurt every man before he can hurt her. Directed by James Burrows (Friends, Will & Grace) and written by Ricky Blitt (Family Guy).
Google wishes to investigate the potential of ultrafast internet connections here in Pittsburgh. This is fantastic news for Pittsburgh, Google PGH, and Pittsburgh’s technology industry.
Check out the Post-Gazette article
writingpittsburgh reminded us that this Saturday is Won’t You Be My Neighbor? Day.
“Won’t You Be My Neighbor? Day is an annual event to celebrate Fred Rogers and his legacy of neighborliness on his birthday. Neighbors everywhere are encouraged to wear his or her favorite sweater and promote neighborliness in their neighborhood. We’re glad to be your neighbor!”
New York Times article on the redevelopment of Pittsburgh’s East End, noting highly of Google’s new offices in Bakery Square
Squirrel Hill movie theater closes
Today is a sad day in Squirrel Hill as it was announced that the Squirrel Hill Theater that has been a neighborhood landmark for nearly 75 years will be closing. The theatre has been facing hard economic times and could not compete with the competition of newer theaters. There is some hope that the theatre could continue to serve for specialized films, and the owner is exploring other possible solutions for using its other screens.
The Post-Gazette did a great article on the situation, and expect an ad in tomorrows paper thanking all those who have supported the theater.
