Cool Picks

Cool things to do in the Pittsburgh region

Ohiopyle State Park and Surrounding Attractions (Mon., 7/6/20)

Ohiopyle State Park

A spotlight "sunflower" effect shines down on the band as they play.

The Clarks Play Allegheny County Summer Concert Series (Sun., 7/5/20)

The Clarks

Commercial Drive-ins and Drive-up Ice Cream and Food Places (Fourth of July 2020)

Drive-ins and drive-ups

Mars Jackson Plays Allegheny County Parks Unplugged

Mars Jackson

Chicken Wings, Sandwiches, Fries, and More on the Menu at William Penn Tavern (Thurs., 7/2/20)

The William Penn Tavern is a landmark restaurant and bar in Shadyside, serving the neighborhood for almost 20 years. Richard Rattner is the friendly owner of the establishment and named

Pizzaiolo Primo (Wed., 7/1/20) CLOSED DUE TO ALCOHOL SALES BAN

Pizzaiolo Primo

McConnells Mill StatePark is known for its beautiful scenery and rock formations. (photo: Christopher Maggio)

McConnells Mill State Park (Tues., 6/29/20)

McConnells Mills State Park

Look beyond the city to find wide-open beaches at state parks. This is one of several on the big lake at Pymatuning.

Summertime Swimming Spots (Mon., 6/29/20)

Summertime Swimming Spots

Rivers Casino: Many Restaurants, Bars, and Gambling Options Open (Sun., 6/28/20)

Rivers Casino

Strange Roots Experimental Ales’ Taprooms Open (Sat., 6/27/20)

Strange Roots Brewery