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720 Music, Clothing and Cafe
While it only recently moved into its current space (and expanded to serve coffee, pastries and sandwiches), this store, which stocks vinyl records, CDs and DVDs, has been a presence in the music community—especially, but not exclusively, the hip-hop scene—for years. (09/2011)
4405 Butler St
412-904-4592
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Burgatory
The burger wars are heating up in Pittsburgh, and we’re all the beneficiaries. One of the most notable recent entries is this bar and grill, which offers unorthodox fixin’s like avocado wasabi and banana ketchup, as well as spiked shakes like the Apple Pancakes & Bacon shake with gala apple & caramel vodka. $$ (09/2011)
932 Freeport Rd
412-781-1456
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Who New? Retro Mod Decor
This store is devoted entirely to vintage mid-century modern furniture and décor. From glass art to tables and chairs (and even some retro toys), this store has the mod enthusiast covered. (08/2011)
5156 Butler St, Lawrenceville
412-781-0588
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Neighbo(u)rhood
Art lovers come from far and wide to see the city’s only museum devoted to installation works. Its latest exhibition explores the geographic and cultural idea of the neighborhood. Through Aug. 21. (08/2011)
At The Mattress Factory 500 Sampsonia Way
412-231-3169
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Hobo Fashion Thrift
With brands like Chanel and Bruno Magli gracing the racks, the name of this store is misleading. A relatively new entry into the vintage clothing scene in town, Hobo bills itself as a thrift store—indicating lower prices than the usual “vintage” boutique, but with a stock to rival any one of those. (08/2011)
951 Liberty Ave
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Gateway Clipper
Check out the city from the water on this fleet of paddlewheel riverboats. Tours range from dinner and dancing affairs to educational daytime trips through the Ohio River’s lock-and-dam system. (08/2011)
350 W Station Square Dr
412-355- 7980
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Kennywood Park
Kennywood is an amusement park that merges the old with the new and the dry with the wet, as wooden rollercoasters mingle with state-of-the-art ones, and water rides such as the Log Jammer offer respite from the heat. (08/2011)
4800 Kennywood Blvd, West Mifflin
412-461-0500
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PAPA 14 World Pinball Championships
The largest, most competitive pinball tournament in the world brings players together to battle it out for the No. 1 pinballer title. (Oh, and $40,000 in prize money.) It’s also a chance to check out the Professional/Amateur Pinball Association headquarters, which are usually closed to the public. Aug. 11-14. (08/2011)
100 Keystone Dr, Carnegie
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Salt of the Earth
This is the restaurant local foodies have waited years for—the brainchild of local celebrity chef Kevin Sousa was delayed several times before opening to stellar reviews. The menu varies, featuring fresh local ingredients and palateexpanders like snails and sweetbreads. $$$ (08/2011)
5523 Penn Ave
412-441-7258
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Carson Street Live
Once a huge dance club complex, this space—which reopened over the winter—has been re-imagined as a venue for live music. A mix of tribute bands and familiar, if slightly outdated, national acts fills the schedule. (08/2011)
7 E Carson St
412-281-3910
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Pittsburgh Public Market
This new Strip District indoor open-air market sells mostly artisan foods like Middle Eastern pastries, organic veggies and local pierogies. But keep an eye out for less typical market items, like handmade scarves and craft beer. (04/2011)
2100 Smallman St
412-281-4505
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Pittsburgh Power
The newest team in the Arena Football League is hoping to take advantage of the fanatic popularity of football in Pittsburgh. Home games include match-ups against Tulsa (April 2) and Jacksonville (April 16). (04/2011)
At Consol Energy Center 1001 Fifth Ave
888-769-2011
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