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Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Principal Dancers Yoshiaki Nakano and Amanda Cochrane share their excitement for the new building on campus.

PITTSBURGH STEELER CAM HEYWARD PHOTOGRAPH BY MICHAEL FORNATARO

FEATURES 46

A STEP IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION Opening this month, Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre’s multi-million dollar Byham Center for Dance is anything but passé.

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THE HEART OF THE PITTSBURGH STEELERS Pittsburgh Steeler Cam Heyward shares the driving force behind his leadership on and off the field.

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HERE WE GO Get ready for the return of the Pittsburgh Steelers, September 12.

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READY TO POUNCE The key players on the University of Pittsburgh football team weigh in on the upcoming season.

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EXPLORE GREENSBURG

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Fill your living space of favorite moments with the help of Framebridge.

Toast to the season with a weekend getaway to the wineries of Greensburg.

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WALKING THROUGH WASHINGTON Get your fall festival fix, right here!

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WHIRL@HOME Freshen your home with our curated picks for the season.

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THE FRICK ART MUSEUM PRESENTS BODIOGRAPHY

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NIGHT IN THE TROPICS

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SUMMER SWING: “PASSPORT TO THE WORLD”

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RIVERS CLUB REINVENTION CELEBRATION

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STYLE FILE A MAN’S MECCA At TRIM Pittsburgh, owner Thomas West brings men something they didn’t know they needed — comfortable, sexy undergarments.

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PUBLISHERS’

/ PAGE FRESH START We are moving forward in this special September issue of WHIRL! With wheels turning in full gear, our city and surrounding counties are revving up for autumn.

If you are looking for ways to keep yourself in action, check out our pages and then get going!

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First step? Pittsburgh Steeler, and hopefully, season superstar, Cam Heyward. We got to know him even better during an exclusive, sit-down interview and can’t wait to see what he and the Pittsburgh Steelers will accomplish this year. Be sure to check out what’s in store this season for the University of Pittsburgh Panthers, too. We’re already singing “Go Pitt! Go Pitt!”

See our coverage of the 5th Annual One WHIRL Yoga Fest on page 34!

Need help deciding what look to rock this fall? We have everything you can think of, for yourself and your loved ones. Shop local and be a fashionista with heart! We’ve gone from Greensburg to Aspinwall, and everywhere in between. Check out the pages of items we’ve curated from local boutiques and make a purchase that helps your community thrive, too.

Our favorite dancers are featured in this issue. With movement in every direction, Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre opens its newest space to a huge standing ovation. It took many steps and lots of planning, but the day is finally here and we are ready to twirl through the new building.

Bodiography takes center stage, under the amazing leadership of Maria Caruso, dancing to celebrate life and growth. Check out what they did at The Frick Art Museum’s Killer Heels exhibit on page 39 and you will understand why we prioritize coverage of the arts!

HERE’S TO A BEAUTIFUL WORLD!

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EDITORS’ PICS: FOOTBALL FRENZY As football season begins, we’re looking back on some of our fondest football memories at Heinz Field! — Andrea Bosco Stehle

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2. Editorial Intern Sierra Smith cheered on the Pitt Panthers during last year’s homecoming game against Virginia. H2P!

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3. Last December, Editor in Chief Andrea Bosco Stehle and Sales Director Jaime Mullen celebrated the Steelers’ win over the Broncos.

4. Advertising Production Manager Alexandra Meier received an early present on Christmas Eve 2011: a Pittsburgh Steelers victory over the St. Louis Rams!

5. Business Manager Aaron Crittenden drummed his way through the last five seasons as part of The Pittsburgh Steeline!

6. Staff Photographer Michael Fornataro snapped Antonio Brown in action at 2016 Training Camp.

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SEPTEMBER HAPPENINGS Presented by UPMC, the 6th Annual Violet Rippy 5K Walk/Run for Pulmonary Fibrosis brought over 500 participants to the North Shore to raise $175,000.

The funds benefit The Dorothy P. & Richard P. Simmons Center for Interstitial Lung Disease at UPMC and support research and awareness of pulmonary fibrosis.

Our One WHIRL Soul Rescue Yoga event brought yogis and adoptable dogs from the Western PA Humane Society to the Kimpton Hotel Monaco Pittsburgh’s rooftop for a class by Janna Hockenjos of Inhale Pittsburgh.

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Event chair Molly Allwein, WQED-TV’s Rick Sebak, and Sisters Place Friends Board co-chair Lisa D’Onofrio joined the fun at the first annual “Scavenge the Strip.” The event invited teams to complete a scavenger hunt throughout The Strip District while also raising funds for Sisters Place, a housing community committed to assisting homeless families in Southwestern Pennsylvania.

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/ OF WHIRL Curator Jeffrey Jarzynka and artist Deborah Hosking celebrated the grand opening of Hosking’s decade-long, Internet-based project, “One Hand Clapping,” at The Mine Factory.

More than 120 supporters of Propel Schools gathered at Propel Braddock Hills High School for Power of Propel, the charter school system’s annual spring fundraiser.

Pictured from left: Maris Bondi, director, Community Relations and Marketing Operations, UPMC Health Plan; Mary Beth Jenkins, senior vice president and chief operating officer, UPMC Health Plan and UPMC WorkPartners; and Dr. Tina Chekan, superintendent/ CEO, Propel Schools.

Hadassah Greater Pittsburgh held an art exhibition and sale to benefit breast cancer research and awareness at Hadassah Hospital in Israel and in the Pittsburgh area.

The bare torsos of 24 models were painted by artists, photographed, and put on display following the opening reception at FrameHouse & Jask Gallery in Lawrenceville.

Pictured from left: WPXITV’s Brittny McGraw and chapter president Barbara Scheinberg.

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Pittsburgh’s own Healthy Pet Products was singled out among the best pet-related stores in the nation. Store owner Toni Shelaske accepted the Global Pet Expo Retailer Excellence Award for Store Design Excellence.

The American Academy of Culinary Arts (AACA) students Ashley Krise and Kaili Bryer tested their skills in a cupcake-baking competition and won for their Bananas Foster cupcake! Seven teams battled it out for the best cupcake creation with over 200 alumni, faculty, and staff crowded around tables to taste and vote.

The competition was in celebration of Pittsburgh Technical College (PTC)’s announcement to offer a new degree program in Baking & Pastry.

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Nearly 300 guests imbibed six international wines and indulged in delicious tapas at the 13th annual Grapevine — A Wine Tasting Event. Held at Howl at the Moon, this year’s event raised more than $60,000 to help grant wishes for children with life-threatening medical conditions. Pictured from left: Grapevine Committee vice chairs Mallory and Brendan Madden, a former Make-A-Wish child, with Grapevine Committee chair Kim Carradine.

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Patients and families enjoyed a prom at Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC in Lawrenceville. The fantastic night featured an array of activities, from music and dancing, to face painting and caricatures!

Alyssa Gallagher, Carrianne Odorisio, and Stephanie Garbe celebrated International Women’s Day with a screening of “He Named Me Malala,” a moving documentary that shows an intimate portrait of Nobel Prize Laureate Malala Yousafzai. The Ellevate Pittsburgh event was held at Point Park University.

Awardees and their supporters enjoyed YWCA of Greater Pittsburgh’s 34th Annual Tribute to Women Leadership Awards Luncheon, held at the Westin Convention Center Hotel. Pictured from left: Debra L. Caplan, vice president, Board of Directors; Angela Maher, treasurer, Board of Directors; Magdeline E. Jensen, CEO; Jane Burker, former board member; and Mary (Dee) Delaney, vice president, Board of Directors.

Joann Gago, CEO of LIFE Pittsburgh, and Allegheny County Chief Executive Rich Fitzgerald lead the ribbon-cutting ceremony during the grand opening of the new LIFE Pittsburgh in McKees Rocks.

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Patty Hefner, Crisis Center North (CCN) board president; KDKA-TV’s Jon Burnett, emcee; and Grace Coleman, CCN executive director, gathered at The Woodlands for Cocktails & Cuisine for Women in Crisis. The ninth annual event inspired additional hope for survivors of domestic abuse and raised over $95,000!

PHOTOGRAPHS FROM CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL OF PITTSBURGH OF UPMC, MALLORY MACHI, YWCA, JARED WICKERHAM/WICK PHOTOGRAPHY, LYNETTE ASSON

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Frank Coonelly, president of the Pittsburgh Pirates, accepted the Corporate Leader Award on behalf of the MLB team at Veterans Leadership Program’s A Tribute to Veterans. While Coonelly shook hands with event chair Jessica L. Garfola Wright, Benjamin Stahl waited to present him with the award.

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Eleanor Reigel, executive director of Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) of Morgantown, Inc. and RMHC of Pittsburgh, Inc., joined Alice and Eric Neishloss for a photo op during the Expansion Celebration at RMHC Pittsburgh.

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During a reception at Pittsburgh Center for the Arts for the Beautiful, Brown BOLD Women (BBB) Project, Lenny McAllister, Style Week founder; Wadria Taylor; and BBB Women Project Manager Danielle Jackson posed with Taylor as she received her certificate of appreciation. The BBB Women project is a women empowerment group focused on celebrating beauty while combating issues faced by women of color in the Pittsburgh region.

Beaver County Sports Hall of Fame (HOF) President Larry Zigerell, Pittsburgh Steelers General Manager Kevin Colbert, and 2016 HOF Inductee Kelvin Fisher, who is the Buffalo Bills director of college scouting — formerly with Pittsburgh Steelers — had a ball at the Beaver County Sports Hall of Fame 41st Annual Induction Ceremony.

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To honor The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust’s efforts to make the arts accessible for people with disabilities, Pittsburgh City Councilman Dan Gilman named the first week of August “LEAD Week,” for the global Leadership Exchange in Arts and Disability Conference hosted by the Trust and organized by the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. Pictured from left: Eric Thomas, assistant director, Customer Service & Volunteer Services; Rona Nesbit, executive vice president; Al Rodibaugh, director of guest services; Vanessa Braun, manager of employee engagement and director of accessibility; Kevin McMahon, president and CEO; and Mitch Swain, CEO of Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council.

Guests filled Stage AE for Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank’s Feed More Festival in an effort to #FeedMorewithmusic.

The festival featured national and local acts such as Cold War Kids, The Lone Bellow, and The Commonheart (pictured here).

To kick off the Women’s National Football Championships in Pittsburgh and honor the excellent women in local sports industries, the W Bowl and WISE Pittsburgh hosted a Recognition Cocktail Reception. Pictured from left: honoree Ronnie Garner, WNBA legend; Jennifer Cairns, executive director for Sarah Heinz History Center; honoree Jennifer Bullano, Pittsburgh Penguins; Kelly Hanna, WISE Pittsburgh President; honoree Lynne Molyneaux, Pittsburgh Steelers; Franco Harris, former Pittsburgh Steeler and co-owner of the W Bowl and the Pittsburgh Passion; Teresa Conn, coowner of the W Bowl and the Pittsburgh Passion; honoree Lisa Horton, Pittsburgh Passion; honoree Amanda Fronek, Riverhounds; and honoree Melinda Sparks, Orlando Anarchy Women’s Football Team.

PWN partnered with BMe to celebrate the 2016 BMe Leaders and give each awardee a $10,000 grant to help fund their individual community efforts throughout Pittsburgh. Pictured from left: Derrick Tillman, Krista Smalls, Shelbi White, Danielle Parson, Harry Johnson, Carleen King, Justin Nwokeji, Joyce Marshall, and Claudy Pierre.

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The Society for Contemporary Craft (SCC) celebrated its 45th anniversary with a sapphire-themed enamel event, which featured an artist talk and the sale of new, blue enamel work by Alex Raphael. Pictured from left: Cathy Raphael and Alex Raphael, daughters of SCC founder Elizabeth Rockwell Raphael; David Blair, SCC board chair; and Janet McCall, SCC executive director.

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WEDNESDAYS

DISH ON WISH, WISH 99.7 FM, 11:45 a.m.

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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 2

SUNDAY BEST

Party in the Tropics, Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, 412.622.6914

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 2-MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 Labor Day Weekend, Nemacolin Woodlands Resort, 724.329.8555

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 Pittsburgh Aruna Run 2016, North Park Boathouse, arunaproject.com

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6-MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 Ayurveda Sanctuary, Nemacolin Woodlands Resort Holistic Healing Center, 724.329.6411

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s The Fan Kickoff Party, PNC Champions Club at Heinz Field, 412.353.1350

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 Cat Fight at the Casino, Rivers Casino, 412.219.7877 or 412.407.7222

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 The National Road Heritage Corridor’s 11th Annual “Frontier Dinner,” Christian W. Klay Winery, nationalroadpa.org

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 2nd Annual Chinese Cultural Festival, Schenley Plaza, chineseculturalfestival.org

Julie Hughes, Laura Hartford

SEPTEMBER 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, OCTOBER 1, 7, 8 Re:NEW Festival, Downtown Pittsburgh Locations, renewfestival.com

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 Family House Polo Match, Hartwood Acres, familyhouse.org

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17

Three Sisters Bridges Walking Tour, Heinz History Center, heinzhistorycenter.org

Steppin’ Out Live with Ben Vereen, Shady Side Academy’s Hillman Center, 412.968.3040

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s Cycle For Life, Settlers Cabin Wave Pool, fightcf.cff.org

Western PA Humane Society’s Best Friends Ball, Heinz History Center, wpahumane. org/bestfriendsball

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 Dine & Blast, Nemacolin Field Club, 724.329.6770

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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15

Mainstay Life Services’ 10th Annual Charlie Ross Memorial Charity Invitational Golf Outing, Lindenwood Golf Club, 412.344.3640

Western Pennsylvania Guardian of Israel Honoring Meyer “Skip” Grinberg, Congregation Beth Shalom, jnf.org

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American Heart Association’s The Power of Laughter – Health Workshop & Comedy Luncheon, Westin Convention Center Hotel, 412.208.3606 or heart.org/ poweroflaughterpgh

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11

8th Annual Catholic Charities Free Health Care Center Golf Classic, Longue Vue Club and Golf Course, ccpgh.org

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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s The Wine Opener, Pittsburgh’s Grand Hall at The Priory, pghwineopener.eventscff.org

Harvest Tasting Dinner, Chatham University Eden Hall Campus, chatham.edu

Lending Hearts to Kids Golf Invitational, St. Clair Country Club, lendinghearts.org

Fall For Your Library, Western Allegheny Community Library, 724.695.8150

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15

The Bus Stops Here Foundation’s Jerome Bettis Caring for Kids Gala, Fairmont Pittsburgh, thebusstopsherefoundation.com

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10

The 33rd Annual Family House Polo Match returns to Hartwood Acres on Sunday, SEPTEMBER 11! For more than three decades, the event has been a beloved Pittsburgh tradition that raises crucial funds to help thousands of families heal while their loved ones receive medical treatment. This fun-filled day features a professional polo match, vintage cars, a silent auction, shopping, food trucks, wine and spirits tastings, and more. There will be plenty of fun for the kids, including pony rides, magic shows, crafts, and games. And, children under 12 are free. Pack a picnic for tailgating or party with catered cuisine from The Fluted Mushroom. For tickets and additional details, visit showclix.com/event/fhpolo.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 Hop Into History: Visible Vehicles, Heinz History Center, heinzhistorycenter.org

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Pineapple Classic 5K, Hartwood Acres, events. lls.org/pages/wpa/pineapple

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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 Giada Valenti — From Venice With Love, Byham Theater, TrustArts.org

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 Vincentian Charitable Foundation’s Rocking for Residents, Vincentian Home, Marian Manor, and Vincentian de Marillac, rockingforresidents.org

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17-SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18

Cancer Caring Center Kennywood 5K Run/ Walk, Kennywood Park, 412.622.1212

Covered Bridge Festival, Multiple Locations, heinzhistorycenter.org

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17

25th Annual La Roche College Golf Outing, Wildwood Golf Club, 412.536.1150 or laroche.edu/golf

4th Annual Walk & Roll for GBS/CIDP, South Park, Meet at “Harbor” Grove, 412.831.7000 or gbs-cidp.org

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 19

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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 26

Fayette County Heart Walk, Storey Square, East Main Street, Uniontown, 1.800.209.1151 x3471 or heart.org/fayettewalk

Butler Community College Presents Bodiography, Succop Theater, bc3.edu

“Sweet Beginnings” Kickoff Event, Chabad of the South Hills Mt. Lebanon, chabadsh.com

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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 Opening Reception: New Exhibition Featuring the Work of Stephen Bram, Ezra Masch, Christopher Meerdo, and Mohammed Musallam, Mattress Factory, 412.231.3169

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 Baptist Homes Society’s 2nd Annual Senior Health and Wellness Fair, Galleria in Mt. Lebanon, baptisthomes.org

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 22

American Indian Heritage Weekend, Heinz History Center at Meadowcroft, heinzhistorycenter.org

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 Kites Take Flight for Childhood Cancer Presented by Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, Shady Side Academy Athletic Field, lendinghearts.org Byham Center for Dance Grand Opening Celebration, PBT Studios, pbt.org

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 22

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25

Children’s Hospital Foundation’s 9th Annual Golf Classic, Laurel Valley Golf Club, 1.877.CHP.GIVE

Pittsburgh Pirates’ Josh Harrison’s “The Base Ball,” Kimpton Hotel Monaco Pittsburgh, joshharrison5.org

Big Brothers Big Sisters Fly Away Bash, Voyager Jet Center, bbbspgh.org/ flyawaybash

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 Pittsburgh Glass Center’s Art on Fire Celebration + Auction, American Eagle Outfitters, pittsburghglasscenter.org

FRIDAY-SEPTEMBER 23-SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 Animal Friends’ Black Tie & Tails: Art with Bite, Animal Friends, ThinkingOutsideTheCage. org/BTT

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 Hillman Cancer Center Gala, CONSOL Energy Center, hillmangala.org

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29-SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 Celebrity Golf Tournament, Allegheny Country Club, 412.454.6405

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City of Steel, Ken Kobus, Heinz History Center, heinzhistorycenter.org

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23

Dine & Blast, Nemacolin Field Club, 724.329.6770

See inside the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre’s new building on page 46!

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 Textile Care Workshop and Program (West), Cockayne Farmstead House, heinzhistorycenter.org

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s Xtreme Hike, Snowshoe Mountain Ski Resort, fightcf.cff.org

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 5th Annual “Costumes for a Cause” AHA Go Red Fashion Show, Kimpton Hotel Monaco Pittsburgh, eventbrite.com

Declutter Your Nest September 3

Stop by the National Aviary’s first flea market.

Grandparents Weekend September 10 & 11

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 Books First: After Hours @ the Library, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh – Main (Oakland), carnegielibrary.org Rose Zingrone, Valerie Weikers, Will & Jennifer Musser

A perfect way to celebrate Grandparent’s Day!

Butterflies & Jazz September 15

Say goodbye to summer as you enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres, jazz, & releasing Monarch butterflies. 21+

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 Pittsburgh AIDS Task Force’s The Bacchanal, Ace Hotel Pittsburgh, 412.345.7456

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 JDRF One Walk Pittsburgh, Schenley Park, Flagstaff Hill, walk.jdrf.org or 412.471.1414

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412-323-7235 | 700 Arch St. Located on Pittsburgh’s Northside

Bring your group! 412-258-9463

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Drop what you’re doing and get tickets for these upcoming events

CARRY ON Forty years after its breakthrough album, Leftoverture, debuted and captivated fans across the world, Kansas is celebrating the ruby anniversary by playing the album in its entirety — live! Rich Engler Presents is bringing the historic concert to the Benedum Center on SEPTEMBER 30, the inaugural stop on the tour. Fans can savor over two hours of that classic Kansas sound, as the band plays more hits from other records and new songs from the upcoming project, The Prelude Implicit, after the intermission. + Come back to the Benedum Center the next day, too, as Rich Engler Presents welcomes A Kevin Greene Celebration starring Styx on OCTOBER 1.

Benedum Center, TrustArts.org. Kansas, kansasband.com.

Carrie Petrak, Erin McKaveney, and Nicole Flasch Jamison of Bodiography

ONE DANCE As the new resident ballet company of the Succop Theater at Butler Community College, Bodiography is focused on engaging young dancers and sharing the arts with everyone. Butler Community College Presents Bodiography, the company’s first performance since acquiring its new title, achieves both goals on SEPTEMBER 24. Audience members will be swept away watching new works by company artists Nicole Flasch Jamison and Carrie Petrak, plus those by guest artists James Martin and Maria Hackbarth.

Bodiography’s founding artistic director, Maria Caruso, weaves several of her own concert-length works into the piece, complementing a guest performance by poet Christopher Cussat and repertory work by select dance majors at La Roche College to round out the beautiful, momentous evening. Succop Theater at Butler Community College, bc3.edu.

Bodiography, bodiographycbc.com.

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LONG LIVE THE KING For the third year in a row, The Meadows Casino will host the wildly popular King of the Cage event. Join the excitement as top MMA fighters — including locals Justin Steave, Kyle Holt, Justin Patton, and Nathan Bryant — battle it out for the crown in the casino’s new event center on SEPTEMBER 17. “The Meadows Casino offers the fighters and the spectators a Las Vegas-style atmosphere,” says Terry Trebilcock, founder and president of King of the Cage. “We have had a very successful relationship with The Meadows Casino, and expect to build on our success from last year.” The Meadows Casino, meadowsgaming.com.

DID YOU KNOW MMA STARTED IN PITTSBURGH? LEARN ALL ABOUT IT IN “GODFATHERS OF MMA” BY DR. FRED ADAMS AND BILL VIOLA JR., AND READ OUR REVIEW OF THE BOOK AT WHIRLMAGAZINE.COM!

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PARTY ON THE NORTH SHORE Anyone else listening to Mac Miller’s new hit “Dang!” on repeat? Hear it live, along with other tracks from the rapper’s soon-to-be-released album, The Divine Feminine, when the Pittsburgh native comes home to perform on SEPTEMBER 18. The Stage AE show not only celebrates his new work and kicks off his four-month tour, but it also serves as the unofficial post-game party after the Steelers’ home opener that afternoon. You won’t want to miss this party! Stage AE, promowestlive.com. Mac Miller, macmillerswebsite.com.

WE WANNA BE HER, TOO Meghan Trainor hooked us back in 2014 with her career-making charttopper “All About That Bass” and we haven’t let go since! Far from a one-hit wonder, the dynamite singer has revived the world of pop music with bubbly, yet empowering, singles and the pipes to back it up. So when the chance to see her at the Petersen Events Center arrives on SEPTEMBER 11, we will be saying anything but “no, no, no.” For tickets, visit livenation. com. Meghan Trainor, meghan-trainor. com.

GET CRAFTY If you’ve ever been curious about signing up for a workshop at Touchstone Center for Crafts, here’s an extra push: students receive an extra 25 percent off tuition with the Fall Into Savings Coupon (TCC252016). Sign up for a class this month, such as Painting the Laurel Highlands with Harold Frontz, SEPTEMBER 2-4; Cone 6 Ceramics Glaze Testing Workshop with John Britt, SEPTEMBER 9-12; Textured Clay Embellishments with Deb Englebaugh, SEPTEMBER 16-19; and Steel Jewelry with Maia Leppo, SEPTEMBER 23-25, among others. And, save the date for the Center’s Jazzed About Art XI Gala on OCTOBER 8! Touchstone Center for Crafts, touchstonecrafts.org.

PHOTOGRAPHS FROM PROMO WEST NORTH SHORE, LIVE NATION

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KEEPING THE MUSIC ALIVE F

rom amateurs to seasoned professionals, almost every Pittsburgh musician has visited Volkwein’s Music at some point in their career. In fact, the very first instrument they held — perhaps in an elementary orchestra or band class — was likely a Volkwein’s rental.

Since 1888, Volkwein’s Music has been a staple in the local music community, serving as an iconic destination for sheet music, instrument sales, rentals, and repairs. For the last several decades, Volkwein’s has also become the primary rental company for Pittsburgh’s local schools, helping children across the region create and share music.

The store’s commitment to advancing musical education in our communities has opened doors for thousands of musicians in the area — and this month, Volkwein’s is taking that commitment even further.

In honor of back-to-school season, Volkwein’s started “Keep the Music Alive,” a donation initiative that allows anyone to support a school music program in Western Pennsylvania.

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choosing. Money raised will allow schools to purchase rental instruments, sheet music, and other accessories for their students.

“Many children in our area, and across the nation, have dreams of playing a musical instrument, but sometimes financial limitations can hinder or even prevent these dreams from coming true,” says Jack Dilanni, president of Volkwein’s Music.

“The ‘Keep the Music Alive’ program is our opportunity to give students the chance to shape their futures through music.”

But it isn’t just school music programs that are able to grow thanks to Volkwein’s Music. The organization also supports community bands and local organizations, like River City Brass and Pittsburgh Opera. In fact, Volkwein’s helped sponsor a national convention for the Association of Community Bands (ACB) this past March, which featured concert bands from all over the country.

Tom Nist, senior vice president at Huntington Bank and a current River City Brass board member, has not only seen his colleagues return to Volkwein’s time and time again for instrument sales and repair, but he himself also has a history with the store.

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“I remember visiting the former North Side location when I was in grade school. And later, as each of my children joined their grade school band, it was off to Volkwein’s to purchase instruments and music,” says Nist. “Having these fond personal memories has made working with Volkwein’s even more special.”

To support the many schools, community bands, and dedicated professional musicians that rely on the store, Volkwein’s employs a staff of more than 35 highly trained sales and repair technicians. Each staff member has either been trained in music at the college level, or has an extensive background in musical instrument repair, giving a personalized touch to each and every sale.

“Our area is packed with incredible musical talent, and it’s been quite the honor to serve the Greater Pittsburgh music community for almost 130 years,” Dilanni says.

For more information on Volkwein’s Music, visit volkweinsmusic.com. Huntington Bank, huntington.com. — Kim Ravenda

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HOW TO SUPPORT “KEEP THE MUSIC ALIVE” MAKE A CASH DONATION TO THE SCHOOL OF YOUR CHOICE When you choose this option, you are purchasing a Volkwein’s Music gift card, which is sent to the selected school. The teacher can then redeem the gift card to help support their program.

DONATE INSTRUMENTS If you have a used instrument that is in playable condition, bring it to Volkwein’s as a contribution to the cause. The instrument will be donated to one of Volkwein’s partners in need of supplies.

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BACK TO SCHOOL Families with school-age children can expect a decrease this year in classroom supply costs, but a spike in school extracurricular activity fees, according to the Huntington Bank Backpack Index. At the 10-year mark for the Huntington Backpack Index, the cost of supplies and extracurricular activities has increased by 88 percent for elementary school students, 81 percent for middle school students, and 68 percent for high school students from 2007 to 2016. “The cost of the basket of goods that Huntington has analyzed for 10 years is down as the retail sector continues to appeal to consumer demand for value pricing,” says George Mokrzan, director of economics for Huntington Bank. “But overall, families are not seeing relief as schools increase activity costs to cope with tightening budgets.” The Huntington Backpack Index has tracked classroom supply and school fee costs passed on to parents since 2007 to highlight the added burden of public school expenses beyond assessed taxes. The Index is exclusive to required supplies and common fees to remind parents there is more to backto-school shopping than buying clothes for the new school year. For a complete list of the Index supplies and costs, visit bit.ly/2aTeZtv.

Huntington is donating $150 for every single Panthers first down to the Free Care Fund at Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC to help kids in our region.

MAKE A DONATION OF YOUR OWN TODAY. Stop by any Huntington Bank branch and ask your banker for details.

Member FDIC. ® and Huntington® are federally registered service marks of Huntington Bancshares Incorporated. ©2016 Huntington Bancshares Incorporated.

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From happy hour to dinner time, we’re eyeing up dishes with fall flair

ITALIAN SHRIMP AND GRITS Stacked and steaming, this dish is as delicious as it is beautiful.

The house-made polenta, cut into triangles, is piled high with sautéed shrimp, zucchini, and cremini mushrooms and the restaurant’s flavorful San Marzano tomato sauce. Chef and owner Jeff Iovino suggests pairing the polished plate with a light, crisp Sangiovese or Chardonnay. Look for an array of polenta dishes making their debut this month! Cafe io, 300 Beverly Road, Mt. Lebanon.

412.440.0414. cafeio.com.

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THANKSGIVING FIXINGS Can’t wait until NOVEMBER 24 for all of your favorite comfort foods? Bigham Tavern’s got your fix! On SEPTEMBER 29 and OCTOBER 27, it’s serving up Thanksgiving Thursdays, featuring a whole, roasted turkey and all the fixings — mashed potatoes, stuffing and gravy, cranberries, and a seasonal veggie (charred Brussels, here).

The smash hit is available from 11 a.m. to 1 a.m., daily. Bigham Tavern, 321 Bigham St., Mt. Washington. 412.431.9313. bighamtavern.com.

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OYSTERS AND BUBBLES You don’t have to stay the night to indulge in one of the Omni William Penn Hotel’s new happy hour promotions. Monday through Sunday, sip and savor $1 oysters and $3 bubbles in the Palm Court from 5-7 p.m. Director of Food and Beverage Brian Annapolen knows a thing or two about East Coast oysters, having grown up on the Jersey Shore. You’ll see Blue Points, Kumamotos, and Olympias on the menu. Check out the all-new Bloody Mary Bar, too, on Saturdays, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., and Sundays, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Annapolen has elevated the program to feature smoked vodka, Double Cross vodka, and Casa Amigos Blanco Tequila, George Clooney’s private label.

Omni William Penn Hotel, 530 William Penn Place, Downtown. 412.281.7100. omnihotels.com/pittsburgh.

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PORK SHANK After a five-hour slow roast, Chef Scott Croyle’s pork shank falls off the bone at first fork. Braised in veal stock, red wine, plum tomatoes, garlic, peppers, and onions, the dish packs a punch of flavor and tenderness as it holds in moisture during the roasting process. Focusing on “warm, friendly flavors” for fall, the restaurant is also serving up a fresh look — it recently underwent a $500,000 front-of-the-house renovation. Jacksons Restaurant + Bar, 1000 Corporate Drive, Canonsburg. 724.743.5005. experiencejacksons.com.

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Sunday Brunch Just Got Better

$5 Mimosas & Bloody Marys Every Saturday & Sunday www.Atrias.com

PLATEAU DE FRUITS DE MER Boasting one of the best views in the city, Monterey Bay Fish Grotto takes pride in its strong seafood game. Dining with friends? Go for the Plateau de Fruits de Mer, or seafood tower, which features oysters and Middleneck clams on the half, curried sun shrimp, jumbo lump crab salad with basil vinaigrette, fresh squid salad, chilled mussels, and snow crab cocktail claws. Stay for sunset and a spread of sweet offerings, including a fanfavorite, the Angel Food Grilled Cheese Sandwich, which won Best Dessert at Chef’s Best Dish in 2013. Monterey Bay Fish Grotto, 1411 Grandview Ave., Mt. Washington. 412.481.4414. montereybayfishgrotto.com.

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Ashley Jones, Carla Frank, Olivia Marconi, Blume Honey Water

5TH ANNUAL ONE WHIRL YOGA FEST + HEALTHY LIFESTYLE EXPO

Hunter Howell, Beth Navarro, Jenna DeGol, Leanne Santiago

WHO: 1,500 yogis and wellness-minded individuals, plus 10,000 festival goers.

WHAT: Sponsored by UPMC Health Plan, Millcraft Investments, European Wax Center, GNC, Aerie, LAMAR, Blume Honey Water, CBS Radio Pittsburgh, and Yelp, the event brought the Western Pennsylvania yoga and wellness community together for a day filled with over 25 yoga, pilates, barre, and meditation classes. They also perused a Vendor Village comprised of more than 50 local purveyors of food, clothing, jewelry, and skin and health care products.

WHERE: Point State Park

Darcy Lyle, Cassie Maloney, South Hills Power Yoga

HIGHLIGHTS: Yogis beat the heat and cooled off following a variety of classes, ranging from ashtanga to Bikram, with handheld fans from Aerie, refreshments from Blume Honey Water, Salúd Juicery, and Greenlight Juice, and popsicles from Stickler’s Ice Pop Company. Bohofaux created festival-ready hair styles in its braiding tent while a live dance painting performance by artist Baron Batch and Bodiography dancers got attendees in the festival spirit. — L.P.

Dominique Ponko, Yoga Flow

“2016 was our best year ever! We had more people actively participating in a greater variety of classes than ever before, and our Vendor Village brought participants great food, great crafts, and a look at many of the region’s healthy lifestyle merchants. See you next year and namaste!”

— Jack Tumpson, publisher of WHIRL Publishing

Rachel Kerr, Laura Heller, Bend Active

Stacey Vespaziani, LA Finfinger

Alexi Biondo, Amie DiTomasso

Stephanie Slaubaugh, Morgan Holt, Rachel Beck, Erin Collins Rittling, Aerie

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Blair Jones, Sean Donohue, Salúd Juicery

Lori Battist, Yoga Factory Pittsburgh

Jennifer Geiger, Pamela Gonzalez, GNC

Russell Clark, Reeda Thorne, The Fashion Shoppe

Mikaela DeCarlo, Josh DeCarlo, Enzo DeCarlo, Keren DeCarlo, Chateau Café & Cakery

Renee Piatt, Renee Piatt Designs

Meagan Gnibus, Brian Pang, Lindsey Grantz, Sharon Skittle

Nichelle Moran, Torre Eaborn, Christina Irwin, Colleen Tague

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PITTSBURGH’S BICENTENNIAL BIRTHDAY BASH WHO: 1,500 guests, including Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto and Andy Masich, chair of the Pittsburgh Bicentennial Commission, and president and CEO of Heinz History Center WHAT: A celebration of Pittsburgh’s 200th birthday WHERE: Heinz History Center HIGHLIGHTS: Common Plea Catering’s chipped chopped ham sandwiches and pierogis; live music by the Move Makers Band, Etta Cox Jazz Trio, Billy Price Band, and Joe Grushecky and The Houserockers; the History Center’s new exhibit, Pittsburgh: A Tradition of Innovation; and birthday cake — weighing in at 210 pounds! — by Bella Christie and Lil’ Z’s Sweet Boutique, crafted to resemble Downtown — S.S. “Pittsburgh pride was undeniably on display — it was a party 200 years in the making.

The descendants of more than 50 Pittsburgh mayors assembled in the History Center’s Great Hall to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the city’s incorporation and help us sing ‘Happy Birthday!’ It was a very special moment and an unforgettable evening.” — Andy Masich

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Chris Snowden, Rick Schaffer, Kathleen Snowden Graham

Mayor Bill Peduto

Tod & Christine Briant

Ross Lapkowicz, Sara Goska, Susan & Victor Lapkowicz

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COSMOPOLITAN PITTSBURGH HOT NIGHT — COOL CULTURE WHO: 650 guests WHAT: Sweet and savory “gastro-creations” from Pittsburgh restaurants; gallery crawls through the Cultural District; and entertainment by the West Philadelphia Orchestra, DJ SMI, Boulevards, Slowdanger, and Chocolate Boombox’s DJ Anthony Susan WHERE: August Wilson Center for African American Culture HIGHLIGHTS: Chefs Tomasz Skowronski and Kate Lasky of Apteka, David Bulman of Plated Trade, and Jacqueline Wardle of Josephine’s Toast created exquisite treats, complemented by Natrona Bottling Company’s signature cocktails. Urban artist Jeremy M. Raymer entertained with a live painting on an outdoor patio and the completed work was sold during a silent auction to benefit the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust’s student membership program.

— S.S. “Cosmopolitan Pittsburgh’s 10-year milestone as the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust’s summer celebration of the arts has become a great way introduce different audiences to the Trust. It’s all about a fun night in the Cultural District!”

— Shaunda Miles, director of public relations for the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust

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Ken & Pam McCrory, Richard Parsakian

Samantha Black, Thomas Jamison, Kuwame Kinsel, Cherise Black

Randal Miller, Honi Jurison, Mark Freeman

Will Humphrey, Meghan Sullivan

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PITTSBURGH VEGFEST WHO: More than 5,000 attendees, including many local veg-friendly vendors like Apteka, B52 Cafe, Goods and Evil Clothing, and numerous animal welfare organizations WHAT: Hosted by Justice for Animals, Pittsburgh’s freshest outdoor festival invited carnivores, vegetarians, and vegans alike to come out and celebrate the vibrant and diverse animal advocacy in our city.

WHERE: Allegheny Commons Park East HIGHLIGHTS: A full spectrum of the area’s finest vendors came out, giving guests the opportunity to enjoy delicious food from places like the Asianfusion Onion Maiden; try organic products from 1944 Vegan Skin Care; and purchase planters, terrariums, and more from Rustbelt Workshop.

Doc the Pig, the cutest ambassador for the vegan lifestyle, was also in attendance, mingling with the crowd as local bands provided the soundtrack for the sunny day. — S.S. “We are grateful to everyone who came out to support VegFest. Most [people weren’t] even vegan or vegetarian. It makes us excited and happy, [because] after all, that’s the point — to spread compassion and awareness. We know we’ll get bigger and better every year!” — Leila Sleiman, co-founder of Justice for Animals

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Maggie Wissler, Shannon Moorhead Ellen Reynolds, Sue Cowher

Natalie Fristick, Leila Sleiman

Kevin Kiley, George Gardner

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THE FRICK ART MUSEUM PRESENTS BODIOGRAPHY WHO: More than 500 guests, including Maria Caruso, founder and director of Bodiography Contemporary Ballet and chair of the La Roche College performing arts department WHAT: Bodiography transformed the Frick Art Museum’s exhibit of “Killer Heels: The Art of the High-Heeled Shoe” into a living work of art.

WHERE: The Frick Art and Historical Center HIGHLIGHTS: From the live sculptures standing sentry at the museum’s entrance to the solo, duet, and ensemble performances, Bodiography’s enchanting performers stole the show at The Frick for the first commissioned, site-specific work for the museum since its opening in 1970.

Those in attendance enjoyed free performances

by Bodiography, snacked on fare from Burgh Bites and Stickler’s Ice Pop Co., and could opt to tour the intensely stylish Killer Heels exhibit. — S.S.

Melissa Tyler, Erin McKaveney, Kaitlin Uillires Lupo, Nicole Flasch Jamison Sue Zunich, Lori Butler

“[The performances were] a testament to the beauty and individuality of each high-heeled shoe in the exhibit, a showing of the grace and beauty of the female form, and a display of elegance and movement. I was thrilled to get such a strong response [from the audience].” — Maria Caruso Barbara Irwin, Susan Krumpe

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Bob Noll, Alan Russell & Maria Caruso, Sally Noll

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PLEASE JOIN US AS WE CELEBRATE CCAC’S 50th ANNIVERSARY AND HONOR 50 DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI

Robert and Candice Mill Honorary 50th Anniversary Chairs

Charlene and Dominic Petrelli Honorary 50th Anniversary Chairs

Saturday, November 19, 2016 Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown Honorary Gala Chairs: Mr. Dan Onorato & Mrs. Cathryn L. Irvis

To purchase tickets, please visit www.ccac.edu/gala or call 412.237.6514

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WRITTEN BY DANIELLE ARMSTRONG AND STEVE GIFFORD, GREENSBURG COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION PRODUCED BY RACHEL JONES

Do you ever have days where you just want to escape the rat race at home and the office?

Consider a calming drive through the Laurel Highlands area, visiting the wineries and viewing the countryside. Just outside Pittsburgh sits a stretch of road so beautiful and picturesque, you won’t believe you were just an hour from home. The changing colors of the leaves this fall will make the trip that much more enjoyable. Plus, you can take advantage of numerous festivals, wineries, and local shops along the way. Start planning your weekend getaway or even a day trip right now. Trust us — it is a must this fall!

THE GRAPE ESCAPE We heard through the grapevines that the Laurel Highlands is filled with spectacular wineries! Visit these true treasures for a relaxing day trip and the chance to taste exceptional berry and grape wines from our region. Most of the wineries even host special events throughout the year, featuring live entertainment, special menus, and more!

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Christian W. Klay Winery This casual winery, located at 2,300 feet in the Laurel Highlands of Southwestern Pa., has the highest elevation of any winery east of the Rockies. That elevation and the rocky, well-drained soils of the 135-acre farm create perfect conditions for the flourishing 14,000 vines that produce grapes used by Sharon Klay to create excellent, hand-crafted white and red wine for the Christian W. Klay collection. For over a decade, the winery has been providing customers with seasonal and award-winning wines like Chestnut Ridge Sunset, a semi-sweet white zinfandel style wine, and Blanc De Lafayette, a light-bodied floral dry white similar to sauvignon blanc. In addition to growing grapes, the winery also grows berries, apples, and lavender, which is used in The Lavender Mist, a sparkling white wine. Enjoy a bottle on the patio with a brunch or lunch picnic from the Old Stone House Restaurant, Maywood Grill, or Dr. McCarthy’s Kitchen. The beauty of the historic barn and countryside is equal in experience to the wine enjoyed in your home or in a quiet corner of this vineyard. Take a post-meal walk through the rolling hills, and get up close and personal with the fruitful vines on the surrounding hillsides.

We’re sure your furry friend would enjoy a run through the hay field, too! Christian W. Klay Winery is open Sunday-Thursday, 12-6 p.m., and Friday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. 412 Fayette Springs Road, Chalk Hill. 724.439.3424. cwklaywinery.com.

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Greendance Winery Greendance Winery at Sand Hill Berry Farm has been a favorite stop for fresh berries and pies since 1985 and delicious wine since 2007. Greendance offers over 40 wines using grapes grown on the property and purchased from the Lodi region of California, which can be sampled through free tastings every day. Our current favorite is the 2013 malbec and the award-winning Isabella. The natural light pouring into the tasting room and gift shop beckons you to come out and enjoy your favorite wines and friends in the Nectar Garden. Grab a table near the stage to enjoy local musicians, who perform Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, or enjoy the beautiful flowers with a spot near the fruit trees. Refuel with light options from the cafĂŠ during the week and a special menu for the weekend. Greendance Winery is open Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., and Sunday, 12-5 p.m. 306 Deer Field Road, Mt. Pleasant. 724.547.6500. greendancewinery.com.

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Stone Villa Wine Cellars Located in the heart of the Laurel Highlands, Stone Villa Wine Cellars is one of Pennsylvania’s most picturesque wineries. With a multitiered patio overlooking a lake, the 135 acres of surrounding fields, and the tree-filled Chestnut Ridge, Stone Villa invites guests to find their perfect spot to relax and enjoy the friendly atmosphere and remarkable architecture of the winery. The stone and wood building, containing the tasting room and large oak fermenting barrels, was built by the owner to create a large, open gathering space similar to the wineries of California. Guests often comment on the craftsmanship of the structure before praising the white and red wines of the vintner’s blend. For those preferring a medium-bodied, dry red wine, the staff recommends the 2014 Chambourcin, which brings a spicy flavor with a cherry and currant bouquet. Open a bottle to enjoy with bites from Nino’s, Out of the Fire Café, and Treetops. Stone Villa Wine Cellars is open Tuesday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. 1085 Claypike Road, Acme. 724.423.5604. stonevilla.com.

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FUN FOR FALL

Embrace the cool, comfortable weather with the smell of kettle corn, fresh pies, and crisp beer at these fun events: SEPTEMBER 17-18

OCTOBER 2

Fall Festival

Ex-PAWS-ition

@ Stone Villa Wine Cellars Enjoy games like corn hole and bocce in between sips of mulled wine and bites of candy apples.

@ Christian W. Klay Winery Bring your furry friend to this 15th annual event that celebrates the season and everything we love about our pets.

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ART PARTY

SEPTEMBER 18

Chili Cook-off @ Christian W. Klay Winery Sample delicious varieties of chili while Harold Betters sets the perfect soundtrack.

SEPTEMBER 24

Oktoberfest @ All Saints Brewing Company The brewery is tapping its Pumpkin Ale and Oktoberfest Lager, which happen to go well with the lamb roast on the menu that evening.

OCTOBER 1-2

The Delmont Apple ‘n Arts Festival @ 326 E. Pittsburgh St., Delmont Find handmade items from local crafters, delicious food, and fresh-pressed apple cider.

OCTOBER 1-23

Oktober/Autumn Fest @ Seven Springs Embrace the Bavarian heritage with games, family activities, and great eats!

OCTOBER 14-16

Fort Ligonier Days @ 120 E. Main St., Ligonier Visit over 180 craft booths and over 25 food vendors, all while listening to free, outdoor entertainment.

Celebrate The New Westmoreland’s First Birthday!

Saturday, Oct. 22 > 7–11pm (VIP Hour: 6–7pm) For tickets and more info, visit thewestmoreland.org/big-art-party image: Samuel Rosenberg (1896–1972), Man by the Sea No. 1, 1965, Oil on canvas, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Henry L. Hillman, 2008.283 (detail)

OCTOBER 21, 23, 28, AND 29

Murder Mystery Dinner Theater — Halloween Edition @ Christian W. Klay Winery Don’t be scared! This night of great food and great entertainment will be fun for everyone.

OCTOBER 29-30

Greendance Open House Fall Festival @ Greendance Winery Live music and delicious eats pair perfectly with any wine you choose here!

FOR MORE ABOUT RECOMMENDED DRIVING TOURS IN THE LAUREL RIDGE AND FUTURE EVENTS IN PENNSYLVANIA’S LAUREL HIGHLANDS, VISIT LAURELHIGHLANDS.ORG!

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THE LITTLE THINGS

In this season of transition, the easiest way to get ready for fall is through accessories — for your wardrobe and your home! First, make a bold statement with gold jewelry. The classic look shines against the rich, earth tones of autumn.

These pieces from Beeghly and Company Jewelers fit the bill with vibrant stones and opals adding extra beauty to each piece.

If you’re looking to add a little shine to your countertops, dress up your wine bottles with these adorable charm bottle bracelets from Shalimar Bazaar. They make great gifts, too — just saying! Continue the wine theme for your next dinner party with this rustic wood salad bowl and server set, topped with a silver grape leaf. Or bring inspiration from the beautiful fall foliage indoors with these deep orange vases that look super chic next to their teal counterparts on your mantle or bookshelf.

Beeghly and Company Jewelers, 401 S. Main St., Greensburg.

724.832.1500. beeghlyandcompany.com.

Shalimar Bazaar, 159 E. Otterman St., Greensburg.

724.836.4740. myshalimarbazaar.com.

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Performing Arts Center Fall Event Highlights October 13-15 Fall Dance Concert Ryan Theatre

November 11-19 The Hollow by Agatha Christie Ryan Theatre

November 13 Sinfonia at Seton Hill Concert Reichgut Concert Hall

November 19 Westmoreland Symphonic Winds Concert Reichgut Concert Hall

14K Yellow Gold Moss Chalcedony Pendant with Handmade Chain, $1,398, Beeghly and Company Jewelers.

November 20 Opera Workshop Reichgut Concert Hall

December 2 Jazz Ensembles Concert Reichgut Concert Hall

Nina Nguyen designed both of these beautiful pieces for her new Heritage Gold Collection.

Her jewelry is made at a women’s cooperative she established in Vietnam, which uses responsibly sourced materials.

December 4 SHU Choirs Christmas Concerts St. Joseph Chapel

For more information on these events and more or to purchase tickets, contact the Seton Hill University Box OfďŹ ce at 724-552-2929 or visit www.setonhill.edu/tickets

14K Yellow Gold Ring with Marquise White Opal and Australian Blue Opal Doublet, Bezel Set, $598, Beeghly and Company Jewelers.

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PIÈCE DE RÉSISTANCE Our team caught a glimpse of the new building during construction this past summer.

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chool is back in session for Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre (PBT) and the future looks bright. The company is celebrating the launch of its $6.5 million annex, Byham Center for Dance, adding two spacious dance studios, an expanded Pilates and Gyrotonic studio, new community dressing rooms, and a cross-training space. A sight to see from Liberty Avenue, the view looking out is just as radiant. Floor-to-ceiling windows outline a second-floor studio, giving dancers the opportunity to pirouette by sunset and rehearse on an accurate stage. From new productions, to blossoming education and outreach, the building’s construction is symbolic of PBT’s momentum in recent years. “It’s a real boost,” says PBT Executive Director Harris Ferris. “It elevates everything we’re doing. Our audience growth has been significant and we have some great ballets lined up this year, including Alice in Wonderland and an all-new Giselle.”

With offerings from pre-ballet for children, to dance cardio and conditioning classes, the new space — which broke ground last October — not only serves its spirited students and professional dancers, but active community members, too. “This is going to help put PBT on another plateau,” says Artistic Director Terrence Orr. “You’re going to look up and see dancers dancing; you’re going to know this is a real center for dance.” Orr compares the company’s rise to San Francisco Ballet’s move Downtown in 1983. “It changed the whole atmosphere,” he says. “It gave it a different kind of stature. All of a sudden, it was an important worldwide company.

This is going to help our stature.”

Over time, PBT School has seen an increase in the attendance of national and international students, such as PBT School alumni and current PBT Principal Dancers Yoshiaki Nakano of Osaka, Japan, and Amanda Cochrane of Spokane, Wash. Entering their eighth and ninth seasons, respectively, the dancers say the company’s current feel mirrors a new beginning. “This is going to bring in a lot more students and opportunities to have the experiences I did,” says Cochrane. Adds Nakano, “I think it’s going to be motivating. I’m so excited about it.”

Each season, Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre manifests its vitality and rich programming to more than 70,000 patrons through 30 full-time professional dancers and over 1,000 students. Over the next three years, PBT projects a 40-percent increase in admissions across its four training divisions: Children’s, Student, Pre-Professional, and Community. While just over 50 percent of its annual budget comes from ticket sales, tuitions, and an endowment, the remainder of its annual expenses is supported by contributions from individual donors, corporate partners, foundations, and government agencies to PBT’s Annual Fund.

Playing a large role in garnering support is the Board of Trustees. “I think it all boils down to really talented people having the tools they need to really excel,” says Ferris. “Our board is very excited to really see that the concerted elective effort can bear such fruit. It just inspires them to do more.” Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, pbt.org.

Pittsburgh is very unique. It’s a big sports city, but everybody loves the arts. It’s really incredible to be a part of that culture. This is my dream.

— Principal Dancer Amanda Cochrane

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Dancers like Cochrane and Nakano are inspirations for generations to come, motivating young dancers to do what they love.

After dancing, I get emotional going on stage for the bows and hearing the applause. They loved the dance; I feel so relieved.

That’s the best moment.

— Principal Dancer Yoshiaki Nakano

Terrence Orr and Harris Ferris

LET’S DANCE

We hope guests will discover something new about dance and the many ways we can use movement to inspire and empower ourselves. For alignment, expression, exercise, and coordination, ballet offers incredible benefits for the mind and body. We look forward to inviting in more dancers — whether they are just starting out, returning to it, or looking for a place to pursue it on a professional level.

— Artistic Director Terrence Orr

Celebrate Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre’s Grand Opening of the Byham Center for Dance on Sunday, SEPTEMBER 25, from 12-4 p.m. The free celebration will feature sample ballet and conditioning classes, performance demos, photo opportunities, food vendors, music and children’s activities, tours of the costume shop, and more. “The grand opening will be a celebration of dance and the many ways that it can enrich our lives,” says Ferris. “Dance is universal — whether it’s for fitness, fun, self-expression, or your life’s work. We want this facility to serve the community as a resource for dance-based training, fitness, and learning.” The night prior, Saturday, SEPTEMBER 24, PBT will inaugurate the space, named in honor of Carolyn and Bill Byham, with a private reception for campaign contributors, featuring a private company performance and dedication of named spaces, including the Fleischner Family Studio, Catharine and John Ryan Studio, and Hilda and Freddie Fu Sports/Dance Conditioning Center.

*Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre’s annex was designed by IKM Architects and constructed by Jendoco Construction Corporation.

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PITTSBURGH STEELERS

BY RACHEL JONES PHOTOGRAPHS BY MICHAEL FORNATARO ART DIRECTION BY JASON SOL AK

ARGUABLY ONE OF THE TOUGHEST DEFENSIVE VE PLAYERS IN THE NFL, CAM HEYWARD REVEALS LS S HIS SOFTER SIDE AND WHY GIVING BACK TO TH THE HE COMMUNITY MEANS SO MUCH TO HIM

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nside the library at the Steelers’ South Side practice facility, the wall is bedecked with a mosaic of framed photos of significant standouts in the team’s history. Terry Bradshaw, Franco Harris, Jack Lambert, Rocky Bleier, members of the Rooney family — crucial players, on and off the field, who have contributed to the Steelers’ honorable reputation. There’s a representative from every generation. And one for the current generation? He just walked through the door.

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“I PLAYED WITH A LOT OF HALL OF FAME GREATS, ESPECIALLY ON DEFENSE. I STILL THINK WE HAVE A LOT OF HALL OF FAME PLAYERS — SOME ARE IMPROVING, SOME ARE STILL CREATING THEIR PEDIGREES.” — CAM HEYWARD

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With a daunting build that’s quickly softened by his charismatic smile, Cam Heyward possesses all of the qualities to qualify for a spot on the wall. Besides his stellar game-day performances and defensive leadership, Cam is dedicated to serving the Pittsburgh community. A mission that stems from a genuine place, inspired by some of the greatest influences in his life.

When asked about his role models, Cam first names his mom, Charlotte Heyward, and his dad, the late Craig “Ironhead” Heyward, who played for the New Orleans Saints, the Chicago Bears, the Atlanta Falcons, the St. Louis Rams, and the Indianapolis Colts. “My mom and dad are two people I’ve really looked up to,” he says.

“Not just my dad’s on-field success, but the way he was involved in the community and the way his legacy still lives on. Someone’s always got a story to tell.”

“But with my mom,” he continues, “just how hard she worked when my dad got sick. (Editor’s Note: Craig passed away in 2006 after battling cancer.)

The way she took care of me and my brother, and showed me to put your head down and work. Just do whatever you can for your family. We were in a very fortunate situation growing up, so we were always big into giving back around the holidays. I praise her for her work and for getting us involved because not everybody’s as blessed as we are.”

Taking careful note of everything his mother taught him, Cam spends his precious free time spreading his generosity throughout the City of Pittsburgh. In addition to attending, chairing, and supporting a myriad of charitable events throughout the year, Cam also serves as the Steelers’ United Way spokesman, participating in NFL PLAY 60 clinics to encourage children to be active for 60 minutes every day and taking part in the

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In the spring of 2015, Cam launched The Heyward House Foundation, creating a direct outlet for him to serve underprivileged kids. Through the organization, Cam and his crew work with the Boys and Girls Club, the Southeastern Brain Tumor Foundation, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, and KidsVoice, which supports children in the child-welfare system in Allegheny County’s Juvenile Court.

Even those who aren’t directly affected by his efforts were introduced to his compassionate character in October 2015, when Cam famously wrote “IRON HEAD” and “HEAD” on his eye black as a tribute to his father for the Steelers-Chargers game. When the NFL slapped him with a $5,787 fine for violating the uniform policy, he not only accepted it without a fight, he also wore it again at the following game against the Arizona Cardinals, receiving an increased fine for his second offense. Before things escalated further, the NFL offered to decrease the fines if Cam agreed to honor Craig in different ways, on and off the field.

“After I was getting fined, the company [EyeBlack.com] reached out to us,” Cam says. “They made customized ones that said “IRON HEAD,” and they would donate half of the proceeds to a charity of my choice, which I chose the Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh and the Southeastern Brain Tumor Foundation. Those are the things that touch my heart.”

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Troy Polamalu, and Aaron Smith — did for him. Cam recalls picking their brains on numerous occasions, asking for advice and soaking up their insight. “I love the way they handled themselves on and off the field,” he says. “They were ‘team first’ guys that never let their ego get in the way, and they’re living legends. They were guys that accomplished their goals and others’ goals as well.”

Cam’s current goal, besides adding to the row of Lombardi trophies that sits behind us as we chat, is to take all of the lessons and admirable qualities he’s picked up from all of his role models throughout the years and become someone his son, Callen Gray Heyward, can look up to, too. He says that means “definitely staying involved in the community; treating my wife [Allie] with kindness and patience, as she does with me; and being there for guidance. I’m going to be there for all of his events and make sure that he’s constantly around me, so he gets to see what I do on a daily basis

to show him I work hard and I expect him to follow suit in whatever he does.”

Cam notes that Cal, who turns one in the fall, should acquire these attributes just by living in the Pittsburgh area. The bluecollar, hardworking mentality that Cam’s father embraced while playing for the University of Pittsburgh kept him, Cam, and the rest of the Heyward family respectful and respected as they focused on the truly important aspects of life.

“There’s not a lot of talking, a lot of flashiness. It’s about working hard to get what you deserve,” Cam says. “I have family here and they were raised this way as well. I’m just very humbled and blessed to be a part of an organization, a city that has core values like that. I wouldn’t choose any other place to be or play for. That’s why, when it came to signing, there was no doubt in my mind that if I had the opportunity, I would jump at the chance of playing with this team.”

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BY RACHEL JONES PHOTOGRAPHS BY MICHAEL FORNATARO

AFTER A YEAR OF REBUILDING, THE PITTSBURGH STEELERS CAN HEAD INTO THE 2016 SEASON WITH CONFIDENT MINDS AND CLEAR GOALS Last year’s Steelers season did a number on stress levels across the city. A year that brought a disassembled defense, an injury-plagued offense, and a post-season that ended up being such a tease. (Remember? The team needed to beat the Cleveland Browns and have the New York Jets lose to the Buffalo Bills in order to gain a Wild Card spot, which miraculously happened. They squeaked by the Cincinnati Bengals in the Wild Card game but lost the Division Championship to the Denver Broncos.)

But we didn’t see the 2015 Steelers at Saint Vincent College for training camp this August.

We were introduced to the 2016 Steelers, a squad that took the year to rebuild and lay solid groundwork, a foundation

to serve as a springboard this season, launching the team into higher rankings this time.

The first game on SEPTEMBER 12 against the Washington Redskins will be a welcomed fresh start. The newly repaired defense will be lead by its backbone, defensive end Cam Heyward, and the volatile offense will show off its depth and range of talent, from Sammie Coates, who joined the Steelers in the third round of the 2015 NFL Draft, to Antonio Brown, who has the third-longest active streak among wide receivers with 36 regular season games in a row.

“I know what we’re capable of,” Heyward says. “I think I’m just trying to stress it to myself and my teammates that we have a great opportunity that doesn’t come around that often — that you have such a good team — and take advantage of it.”

Pittsburgh Steelers, steelers.com.

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A left knee injury sidelined Big Ben for four games last year. Healed and hungry, heʼs ready to regain his spot as one of the top quarterbacks in the NFL.

Mike Tomlin prepares for his 10th season as head coach.

“WEʼVE GOT A GREAT OFFENSE. WEʼVE GOT A GREAT GROUP OF WIDE RECEIVERS, WEʼVE PROBABLY GOT ONE OF THE BEST WIDE RECEIVERS IN THE NATION. WEʼVE GOT A GREAT GROUP OF GUYS, AND ITʼS GOING TO BE FUN TO WATCH US TO DO WORK.” — WIDE RECEIVER SAMMIE COATES

“IʼM READY TO PLAY FOOTBALL. MY HEAD IS IN THE RIGHT PLACE, IʼM HEALTHY, AND IʼM GOING TO CONTINUE TO WORK. THE OPTION AND ALL THAT STUFF IS OUT THE DOOR — ITʼS TIME TO PLAY FOOTBALL.”

“PERSONALLY, I WANT TO BE SOMEBODY WHO DISRUPTS. SO WHEN IʼM AT THE LINE OF SCRIMMAGE, OR ANY OTHER TIME, I WANT TO BE SOMEONE WHO GETS MY HANDS ON RECEIVERS, WORKS MY FEET, AND DISRUPTS TIME AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE.”

— LINEBACKER JARVIS JONES

— CORNERBACK ROSS COCKRELL

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Linebacker Ryan Shazier adds potency to the Steelersʼ defense.

Wide Receiver Antonio Brown added to his collection of amazing accolades last season, setting franchise records for most receptions (136) and receiving yards (1,834) in a single season.

OK, Steelers, now letʼs get in formation.

“FOR ME, ITʼS ALL ABOUT GOING OUT AND TRYING TO MAKE THE BEST DAY. TRYING TO KEEP THE MINIMAL MISTAKES OUT OF THE WAY, AND JUST GET BETTER.” — LINEBACKER JARVIS JONES

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SEASON SCHEDULE September 12 @ REDSKINS September 18 VS BENGALS September 25 @ EAGLES October 2 VS CHIEFS October 9 VS JETS October 16 @ DOLPHINS October 23 VS PATRIOTS BYE November 6 @ RAVENS November 13 VS COWBOYS November 20 @ BROWNS November 24 @ COLTS December 4 VS GIANTS December 11 @ BILLS December 18 @ BENGALS December 25 VS RAVENS January 1 VS BROWNS With the end of the 2015 season also came the final bow for one of the most consistent pillars on the field: Heath Miller. Penn State alum Jesse James steps up to fill Millerʼs void at tight end, where he dabbled for four games last season.

“FOR ME, I JUST GO IN. I HAVE MY MINDSET OF WHAT I NEED TO DO EACH AND EVERY DAY, AND I GO OUT THERE AND TRY TO EXECUTE THAT.” — WIDE RECEIVER DARIUS HEYWARD-BEY

We’re hoping Christmas Day brings the gift of a home victory over the Baltimore Ravens! The heated rivalry between the two teams always sparks an extra physical matchup. But with the Steelers falling to the Ravens in both meetings last year, the intensity should be cranked up a few extra notches.

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“WE WANT TO BE A DEFENSE THATʼS AGGRESSIVE. I THINK THATʼS KIND OF HOW PITTSBURGH DEFENSE HAS BEEN EVER SINCE IʼVE KNOWN THEM AS THE STEEL CURTAIN.”

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BY RACHEL JONES PHOTOGRAPHS FROM PIT T ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT

THE PITTSBURGH STEELERS AREN’T THE ONLY ONES LIGHTING UP HEINZ FIELD THIS FALL This time of year, the Oakland area is always buzzing with extra energy — not just from the University of Pittsburgh students who are returning to campus, but also from the entire city of Pitt football fans who are anxiously awaiting the start of the new season.

I think we have enough talent to reach our goals, to do the things we want to do as a football team at the University of Pittsburgh. It comes down to team chemistry,” he says. “That’s all developed when camp starts.”

They’ll see some fresh faces on the field this year, including the arrival of offensive coordinator Matt Canada, who joined the group during the off-season, and the return of James Conner, who was out for most of last year. The running back sustained a season-ending knee injury during the first game of 2015, then was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma in December. After a long winter of undergoing treatment and staying positive, doctors officially declared Conner cancer free in May. Now, he’s ready to rejoin his teammates and do what he does best: run the football.

While the Panthers continued to work hard throughout camp, they’re now poised to tackle the tough schedule ahead, starting with a home opener against Villanova on SEPTEMBER 3. We’ll look to the veterans, like redshirt seniors Nathan Peterman and Ejuan Price, who will hold up the offense and defense, respectively, to lead the whole team to a winning season.

With the physical and morale boost Conner brings, along with the guidance of the solid senior class, the 2016 squad is already clicking on all cylinders. Head coach Pat Narduzzi says the team’s chemistry will be a key factor in its success this season.

“People say, ‘What kind of football team are you going to have?’

“I think we have a veteran football team coming back. When you look at a year ago, we had 11 seniors. This year, we have 20,” says Narduzzi. “I think we’ve got a great senior class. When you talk about a great football team, I think you have to have a great senior class. You have to have a class that has leadership skills, that’s going to take the bull by the horn, or the Panther by the ears, try to get things done. To me, you’re only as good as your seniors play. If they play their best football, then we have a chance to be pretty good.”

University of Pittsburgh Football, pittsburghpanthers.com.

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SEASON SCHEDULE

A courageous leader to his teammates and fans across the world, James Conner has defeated his cancer and is ready to put on that Panthers jersey again.

September 3 VS VILLANOVA September 10 VS PENN STATE September 17 @ OKLAHOMA STATE September 24 @ NORTH CAROLINA October 1 VS MARSHALL October 8 VS GEORGIA TECH October 15 @ VIRGINIA October 27 VS VIRGINIA TECH November 5 @ MIAMI November 12 @ CLEMSON November 19 VS DUKE

“JUST SEEING HIS WORK ETHIC WHILE HE STILL HAD CANCER AND WAS BEATING IT, AS WELL AS FIGHTING TO BE THE BEST PLAYER HE CAN STILL BE WHILE HEʼS GOT CANCER, TO NOW WHERE HEʼS COMPLETELY RECOVERED, TRYING TO GET BACK IN SHAPE. ITʼS BEEN AWESOME TO WITNESS THAT. I KNOW IT WILL BE A SPECIAL MOMENT ONCE HE GETS THAT FIRST TOUCH, AND FOR ALL OF US TO GET INSPIRATION FROM HIM THAT FIRST DAY, REALLY THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER, WITH HOW GREAT A COMPETITOR HE IS.”

“BEING A YOUNGER GUY, I NEVER GOT TO EXPERIENCE THE RIVALRY. BUT GETTING THE ATMOSPHERE FROM OLDER PEOPLE, THE FANS, YOU CAN TELL ITʼS A BIG DEAL. WE WANT TO PUT ON FOR THE CITY. EVEN THOUGH WE HAVE A GAME BEFORE THAT WEʼRE NOT OVERLOOKING, WEʼRE DEFINITELY AMPED UP AND PUMPED FOR THAT GAME AND READY TO SHOW UP.” — DEFENSIVE END EJUAN PRICE

November 26 VS SYRACUSE

GAME TO WATCH: PITT VS PENN STATE

The Panthers host Penn State on SEPTEMBER 10, the first time the cross-state rivals have faced off since September 16, 2000, at Three Rivers Stadium. (A game Pitt won, by the way — 12-0.)

— QUARTERBACK NATHAN PETERMAN

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As a welcomed chill sets over Washington County, and we swap our sundresses for sweaters, we want to make autumn extra awesome. With so many local groups coming together to share their crafts — from handmade home décor to pumpkin-flavored craft beers — this time of year, it can be hard to keep track of it all. Consider this your fall bucket list: a compilation of festivals that celebrate the arrival of apples, perfect pumpkins, and other seasonal delights. Bring your friends, family, and a camera along for the ride, too. Pumpkin Spice Latte, optional.

SEPTEMBER 16-18 4-11 p.m., Friday; 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Saturday; 12-6 p.m., Sunday

Pennsylvania Bavarian Oktoberfest For the 18th year in a row, part of Pike Street in Canonsburg will be transformed into “our own version of a Bavarian village” for the Pennsylvania Bavarian Oktoberfest! Dive in to the vibrant German culture with traditional delicacies, like bratwurst, schnitzels, and pierogies; authentic bands on the German stage, including the SNPJ Buttonbox Band, Frank Palombi Band, Augsburg Band, and Alpen Schuhplattler; and a toast with Leinenkugel, Miller Lite, or the event’s signature beer: Alpine Ale. Local music groups Ruff Creek, Steeltown, and Dancing Queens take the Main Stage, adding to the fun atmosphere, too, along with an array of craft vendors and amusement rides. Pennsylvania Bavarian Oktoberfest, 68 E. Pike St., Canonsburg. 724.745.1812. canonchamber.com/Oktoberfest.

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SEPTEMBER 17-18 10 a.m.-5 p.m. *Hours may vary per site

Washington and Greene Counties’ Covered Bridge Festival Since Washington and Greene Counties are home to so many covered bridges, it only makes sense to honor their history and unique charm with a Covered Bridge Festival! The festivities will be hosted at 10 different sites: Brownlee in McGuffey Community Park; Hughes in Amwell Township; Carmichaels in Carmichaels; Ebenezer Bridge in Mingo Creek County Park; Henry in Mingo Creek County Park; Krepps in Mt. Pleasant Township; McClurg in Hanover Township Park; Pine Bank in Meadowcroft Rockshelter and Historic Village; Wyit Sprowls in East Finley Township Park; and White in Garards Fort. Each one offers arts and crafts, home-style treats, family-friendly entertainment, and a beautiful setting for the ultimate autumn day.

For more information, check out visitwashingtoncountypa.com.

+ Share your family memories with #BednersFallFest

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FRIDAYS-SUNDAYS, SEPTEMBER 23-OCTOBER 30

11 a.m.-5 p.m.

2-5 p.m., Fridays; 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays

Bedner’s Fall Fest

Great Pumpkin Weekends

Make happy memories your family can always look back on with some seasonal fun at Bedner’s Farm and Greenhouse.

Go for a hayride to the pumpkin patch, try your luck in the corn maze, amaze yourself with the pumpkin launch, enjoy pony hop races, and much more! “We love to open up our farm to the community each fall so that families can have quality fun together at such a beautiful time of year,” says Melanie Bedner. “Going on hayrides to the pumpkin patch has long been a family memory-making tradition, as well as a great family photo op.” Bedner’s Farm and Greenhouse, 315 Coleman Road, McDonald.

724.926.2541. bednersgreenhouse.com.

In search of the perfect pumpkin for your front step or next jack-o-lantern? Head down to The SpringHouse for a hayride up to the pumpkin patch and pick the best one yourself! And, have some fun on the farm, climbing giant hay bales, playing pumpkin bowling and corn toss, and checking out the petting zoo. Make a day of it with a homestyle dinner of saucy meatloaf, Penn State creamy chicken breasts, BBQ ribs, and hearty sides on Saturdays, and the 4-H Hog Roast on Sundays, featuring pork quarters, roasted on the open pit outside, plus BBQ pork, pork and sauerkraut, and more delicious sides. The SpringHouse, 1531 Route 136, Washington. 724.228.3339. SpringHouseMarket.com.

+ Reserve a group pumpkin patch hayride for 25 people or more and enjoy all of the same fun activities, plus an ice cream cone for each attendee! Special rates are available for weekday group hayrides, too!

OCTOBER 1-2 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

Hickory Apple Festival They say an apple a day keeps the doctor away, but we say an apple festival each fall is better for all! Take a bite out of dozens of apple-centric treats, including apple dumplings, caramel apples, and apple butter, along with other homemade favorites, like the pancake breakfast, stone ovenbaked bread, and roasted chicken. Then, stroll around the grounds, listening to the full lineup of live entertainment on stage, learning more about our feathered friends with “That Guy With the Birds,” admiring the beautiful handmade crafts for purchase, and getting the kids in on the fun, too, with activities just for them. Don’t forget to buy a bag of apples before boarding the bus back to the parking lot! Mt. Pleasant Township VFC, 106 Main St., Hickory. 724.356.3378. hickoryapplefest.com.

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SEPTEMBER 24-25 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m., Saturday; 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday

Cecil Township 29th Annual Fall Festival Breathe in the fresh fall air and admire the beauty of Cecil Park at the Cecil Township 29th Annual Fall Festival. The Canon-McMillian High School’s Big Mac Band kicks off the festivities with opening ceremonies on Saturday morning, and the musical entertainment continues throughout the weekend with performances by Angel Blue & the Prophets, Functional Chaos, Michael Christopher Band, Foggy Hollow Blue Grass Band, Steel Blossoms, and the Western PA Button Box Club. As you enjoy the music and the stunning fall foliage in the park, be sure to check out the wide range of arts and crafts for sale, delicious homemade fare, and activities just for kids. Cecil Park, 3599 Miller’s Run Road, Cecil.

724.745.2227. facebook.com/CecilParksPA.

OCTOBER 7-9 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Friday and Saturday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday

33rd Annual Houston Pumpkin Festival Carve out some time to stop by the 33rd Annual Houston Pumpkin Festival. Geared toward pumpkin lovers of all ages, the weekend of activities includes games and rides for children, a costume contest, live music by local bands, and an array of traditional fair foods.

Fan-favorites like the 33rd annual parade, seed spitting contest, and the 9th annual pumpkin pie eating contest will return, too — sign us up!

Houston American Legion Post #902 Picnic Grounds, 124 W. Pike St., Houston. 724.746.6740. houstonpumpkinfestival.net.

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FALL FEVER New fall arrivals, beauty breakthroughs, exciting exhibits, and the crisp fall air — we have the chills just thinking about it! Read up on all the top trends from fashion’s favorite season, here

BY LIZ PETONIAK

From top right, clockwise: Common as The Bouncer; Queen Latifah as The Wiz; Elijah Kelly as Scarecrow; Ne-Yo as Tinman; Uzo Aduba as Glinda; and Mary J. Blige as Evillene.

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WARDROBE WIZ If you’re like the rest of us and haven’t been able to score tickets to the wildly popular Hamilton, you’ll be glad to know there’s still an opportunity for you to get up close and personal with Tony Award winner Paul Tazewell’s stunning costumes. From SEPTEMBER 23-NOVEMBER 30, the August Wilson Center for African American Culture will house a one-time-only exhibition of Tazewell’s multi-media designs from NBC’s television broadcast, “The Wiz Live!” presented by FashionAFRICANA in conjuntion with the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust. After performing in the same production during high school, (and designing the costumes then, too!) Tazewell was the obvious choice to design the high-fashion costumes worn by stars like Uzo Aduba, Ne-Yo, Common, Mary J. Blige, and Queen Latifah.

The costumes were derived from both contemporary fashion and life, creating threads that truly brought each character to life — from trendy teen Dorothy and gilded Glinda, to the darkly majestic Evilene and the statuesque, titular Wiz. As Tazewell told NBCBLK from “The Wiz Live!” set, “It’s a great kind of full circle experience to be doing this.”

The evening commences with an “Emerald City”themed opening gala, chaired by Kiya Tomlin, SEPTEMBER 17, followed by the world premiere of the exhibit. And throughout the night, be on the lookout for special guests like Paul Tazewell! “Quality AfricanAmerican programming like this exhibit demonstrates to our community that they are welcomed, valued, and capable of greatness. Honoring our rich culture and the talents of African-American artists encourages our youth to believe in their dreams, their possibilities, and their own worth,” says Tomlin. Fashion Africana Presents “Costumes of The Wiz Live! The work of Paul Tazewell,” wizliveexhibit.com. August Wilson Center for African American Culture, 980 Liberty Ave., Downtown. culturaldistrict.org. FashionAFRICANA, fashionafricana.com. Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, trustarts.org. — Sierra Smith

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SILK SCREEN As her friends and family can attest, personal stylist and Stylish Pittsburgh co-founder Niki Whittle is rarely seen without a scarf. And if she’s not wearing one around her neck, she probably has one tied to her handbag. It’s only fitting that the “huge” proponent of the accessory would now launch her own line of scarves, called Niki Whittle Designs. The collection features four styles (two silk and two modal cotton blends in colors wearable for every season) inspired by her two years spent living in India. She says, “I was endlessly inspired by all the color and pattern that surrounded me, but it was the beautiful, hand-painted trucks that I was most captivated by, and that’s what inspired this particular collection. Each truck is a moving work of art: some are painted in scenes from their owner’s home village and others are adorned in the most spectacular patterns and garlands. I read somewhere that Indian truck drivers are on the road for such long periods of time that some begin to treat their trucks like their wives, adorning them in jewelry and patterns that emulate the beautiful saris and jewels their wives would be wearing back at home, so you can imagine how beautiful some of these trucks are!”

The culture and vibrancy reignited her passion for textile design — she earned a degree in the field and has sold fashion fabric designs to a few notable designers including Diane Von Furstenberg, Calvin Klein, and Kenneth Cole — and with the help of a course at Techshop in Bakery Square, she took her designs from paper to computer screen for digital printing in India. And though the trucks serve as the main inspiration for the prints, Whittle’s fingerprint shines through with the incorporation of leopard print and skulls, an edgy touch modeled after some of the ornate carvings she saw in Nepal. The result showcases a contrast between “the macabre and the pretty” and each scarf offers the versatility to be worn again and again. Priced from $99-$135. Niki Whittle Designs, nikiwhittledesigns.com.

AUGUST 26 Nordstrom Rack Grand Opening Shop Nordstrom’s best brands at 30 to 70 percent off at Pittsburgh’s first Nordstrom Rack, a two-floor 40,000 square-foot retail heaven, located at The Block Northway, formerly The Shoppes at North-way.

Nordstrom Rack, The Block Northway, 8000 McKnight Road, North Hills. nordstromrack.com.

SEPTEMBER 1 Carabella 20th Anniversary Celebration Join owner Carol Kinkela as she celebrates the 20th anniversary of her Oakmont mainstay, Carabella with events and promotions all month long! On SEPTEMBER 6 enjoy cupcakes and Champagne while you shop, and mark your calendars for September 9 and 30 to see models sporting the newest fall fashions in store and savor light bites. Make a donation to the charity of your choice on SEPTEMBER 16 and receive $25 off your purchase.

And through September, participate in the Carabella Sweater Swap — bring in a gently loved sweater to be donated to the Greater Pittsburgh Women’s Shelter and receive $25 towards the purchase of a new one $100 or more. Plus, Carabella will be giving away surprise gift certificates each day! Carabella, 328 Allegheny River Blvd., Oakmont. 412.828.2187. carabellaoakmont.com.

SEPTEMBER 24 Whittle’s best piece of advice for tying scarves is to not be constrained by their shape. She says, “If you have an oblong scarf, fold it into a square. It will open up a ton of new tying possibilities.

If you have a square scarf, try tying the opposite ends together to create a large loop that can be wrapped around your neck a few times. It’s such a simple technique but delivers fabulous results!” Learn more tying techniques on her blog, stylestudsandlace.com.

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Fall in the Wall Experience Aspinwall’s amazing shops like Nota Bene, One Brilliant, and Kristi Boutique, plus samplings from the neighborhood’s best restaurants and fine food establishments during this “open streets” fall celebration!

You’ll also find a farmers market, live music, and activities for kids like a pumpkin patch, princess characters, face painting, and more. Aspinwall Chamber of Commerce, aspinwallpa. com/chamber.

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BETTER BROWS For those as obsessed with full, beautiful eyebrows as we are, breaking news: Jeffrey Smith Salon now offers brow feathering! The semi-permanent eyebrow tattooing lasts one to two years with one touch-up and is ideal for anyone who uses a pencil to fill in their brows, who over-tweezed them and they didn’t grow back, or who went through chemotherapy.

Esthetician Corey Michol Sam completed a threeday intensive course and a month of hands-on training to become skilled in the technique, which delivers impressively realistic results. “Imagine saving time in the morning without having to ‘put your eyebrows on,’” she says. The process begins with a consultation with Sam. Then, she applies a topical anesthetic, letting it sit for about 20 minutes. Afterwards, she measures the brows and uses a pencil to structure the perfect brow to suit your facial structure and eye shape, then customizes a pigment based on skin tone and hair color. To begin the feathering, she uses a handheld tool with sterile and disposable blades comprised of six to 14 micro needles. She then manually deposits the pigment into the epidermis, leaving crisp and natural hairlike strokes, creating the perfect brow! The 75-minute process is much less invasive and painless than a regular tattoo, which goes into the dermis. Through August, Jeffrey Smith will offer the treatment for $395, with prices raising to $695 in September. “Our clients have absolutely loved it,” says Salon Manager Sandy DiGregory. “It’s one less thing you have to do in the morning and during the warmer months, you’re not afraid to go in the pool.” Sounds like our eyebrow dreams have finally come true.

Jeffrey Smith Salon, 5806 Bryant St., Highland Park. 412.441.1440. jeffreysmithsalon.com.

BEST DRESSED: HIGH SOCIETY A high neckline helps to show off toned arms, to display beautiful baubles, and to cover up a little on top so you can show more leg! Stylish event-goers this month did just that, sporting fun, flighty frocks with high necklines that showcased pretty necklaces, tanned shoulders, and swoon-worthy shoes. Follow their lead for a universally flattering look!

CRYSTAL JOYCE AT THE RIVERS CLUB REINVENTION CELEBRATION

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MECCA Thomas West presents a staggering selection of luxury underwear, swimwear, apparel, and more, just for men, at TRIM Pittsburgh

Ask a woman her favorite underwear store and you’ll get a laundry list of answers — but the question tends to go unanswered for men, as they’re hard-pressed to find a specialty store in their area.

“When it comes to underwear,” says Thomas West, “a lot of guys are stuck going to the same places, wearing the same stuff.”

Enter TRIM Pittsburgh, a men’s underwear and swimwear store, owned by West, that stocks more than 40 international and domestic brands, and suddenly (finally!) men have the options they’ve craved. The store caters to the men of Pittsburgh, and surrounding areas, by providing luxury underwear, swimwear, apparel, and shaving supplies from hard-to-find brands like PUMP!, Parke & Ronen, Happy Socks, and many more. One step inside reveals the countless options available, as racks of colorful underwear in every cut imaginable completely cover the dark gray walls.

For West, the store is a way to express his personality and make his mark on the city. “It’s in the store if I like it. That’s how I bring a little bit of myself,” he says. “It’s [me], but on shelves.” The endeavor has also allowed West to fulfill his dream of owning a small business, while also working on revitalizing TRIM’s East Liberty home. He believes stores like his keep communities fresh and thriving.

“I want to see small businesses survive, that’s my biggest thing. If we lose our small businesses, it won’t be good for anyone.”

Be on the lookout in late November when TRIM celebrates Small Business Saturday, the oft-forgotten younger sibling of Black Friday and Cyber Monday. As a member of East Liberty’s Chamber of Commerce, West dedicates himself to creating change within his community. “You don’t get the chance often to get into a neighborhood that’s up and coming,” he says. But standing at the helm of TRIM Pittsburgh, filling a long-ignored void in men’s fashion, West can continue to pave the way for innovation.“[My store is] a pathway to help me help others.” TRIM Pittsburgh, 5968 Baum Blvd., East Liberty. 412.512.9251. trimpittsburgh.com.

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WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE DESIGNERS, BRANDS, AND PLACES TO SHOP?

Q & A

TW: “When I travel, I like to stop in local stores. In Pittsburgh, I like to support local and small businesses, whether it be Moda in Shadyside or Vestis in Lawrenceville.”

HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR PERSONAL STYLE?

WHO ARE YOUR STYLE ICONS?

Thomas West: “When I comes to personal style, it all depends on my mood. A lot of times, it’s casual because I own an underwear store and when people come into my store I want them to feel at ease. But when I go out at night, I like to dress up a little bit.”

TW: “If you look at Marlon Brando back in the 1950s, he could wear a T-shirt or a tailored suit and look like he was starting a new trend. And Calvin Harris, it’s the same with him. He looks stylish in whatever he’s wearing. You can’t go wrong with simple.”

WHAT ARE YOUR WARDROBE ESSENTIALS? WHAT INSPIRES YOUR FASHION SENSE? TW: “A lot of my inspiration comes from my traveling. I like to travel. I’ve been to Ireland, Norway, Germany, France, and each country has its own style, so when you go there you can take a little bit of that style.”

TW: “Good underwear! Underwear can really make or break your day. For guys, you can be assertive in a certain pair of underwear, you can be more laid back, you can feel sexy. You don’t always see it, but let me tell you, it makes all the difference!”

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Croota plaid cotton trunks, $28.

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Gotta Get It

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Turn over a new, trendier leaf this fall with our freshly picked pieces to update your wardrobe, all available at local retailers.

Details in WHIRL Directory, page 94.

BY LIZ PETONIAK • PHOTOGRAPHS BY MICHAEL FORNATARO

Topping OFF Boho lace-up blouses, off-the-shoulder styles, and cozy tees serve as this fall’s outfit-makers.

Milly “Gloria” silk organza top, $350, e.b. Pepper.

Lukka long sleeve T-shirt with drawstring bottom, $58, Kizmit Boutique by Venetia.

Ecru “Easy Jewel” blouse, $130, Carabella.

My Tribe leather and ponte knit peplum top, $159, Kizmit Boutique by Venetia.

Long sleeve knit top with back detail, $112, La Perla.

Ecru autumn floral blouse, $158, One Brilliant.

Flowers & Romance lace-up blouse, $148, One Brilliant.

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KMJ Kate McHale Jensen off-the-shoulder plaid shirt, $110, e.b. Pepper.

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Mystree mocha kimono, $70, MoZaic Boutique.

Cozy up to the changing season in soft, stylish sweaters, the ultimate staples for layering.

Bottoms UP

The key to looking great from head to toe? The crop flares, sporty pants, and luxe leggings in between.

Diane von Furstenberg “Lyndsi” suede, leather, and ponte legging, $598, Kristi Boutique.

Central Park West sleeveless cashmere turtleneck sweater, $268, One Brilliant.

Current/Elliott “The Stiletto” quilted jean, $258, Kristi Boutique.

Ulla Johnson “Elena” wrap in Bordeaux, $460, Kristi Boutique.

J Brand “Selena” mid-rise crop boot cut jean with let-down hem, $228, e.b. Pepper.

Elizabeth and James “Orly” ruffle sweater, $275, e.b. Pepper.

Donna Degnan vegan leather pant, $242, Carabella.

360 Cashmere “Gisele” sweater in algae, $252, Carabella.

Lukka jogging pant, $78, Kizmit Boutique

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One & DONE

Whether it’s for a special occasion, important meeting, or weekend brunch, the simplicity of putting on a dress feels so good. This fall, look for ‘70s influences, peek-a-boo panels, and sleek minimalistic designs.

Vince ribbed sweater dress, $375, Kristi Boutique.

Tadashi Shoji long sleeve dress with mesh panels, $398, One Brilliant.

Umgee boho print belted tunic, $45, MoZaic Boutique.

Volt v-neck faux leather graphic dress, $258, One Brilliant.

COLD Front

Brave the chilly air in coverups featuring stunning suede, dazzling embellishments, and pretty pleats.

Burning Torch camo embellished jacket, $298, Kristi Boutique.

I by Iris Setlakwe moto zip jacket with leather panels, $272, Carabella.

Illia angora and suede crop jacket in eucalyptus, $698, Kristi Boutique.

Lukka perforated pullover with hidden hood, $118, Kizmit Boutique by Venetia.

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Milly “Elodie” wool coat, $975, e.b. Pepper.

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Flatforms, fringe, punk boots, towering heights, lots of laces, and pointy toes — these are a few of our favorite footwear trends!

Bass & Co. Weejuns “Whitney” patent leather loafer, $110, Littles Shoes.

Jeffrey Campbell “Cors” lace-up open toe bootie, $165, Littles Shoes.

Alexander Wang “Stefania” pump, $475, Nordstrom.

Superga platform sneaker, $80, Littles Shoes.

Halogen “Noble” boot, $189.95, Nordstrom.

Odd Molly “High Five” high-top fringe sneaker, $158, Kristi Boutique.

Finishing TOUCHES

Dr. Martens “Pascal” baroque print boot, $150, Littles Shoes.

Melissa X Jason Wu rainboot, $148, One Brilliant.

Add an “it” accessory, like a bejeweled choker, futuristic sunglasses, or a statement bag for an instant ensemble refresh.

Louise et Cie “Jael” shoulder bag, $258, Nordstrom.

Christian Dior “Techno” 57mm sunglasses, $560, Nordstrom.

Ela Rae “Sadie” mixed sapphire choker, $308, Kristi Boutique.

Tagua organic carved nut necklace, $55, La Perla.

Campomaggi “Bandoliera Rosette” purse, $678, Kristi Boutique.

Chan Luu chiffon necktie, $45, Kristi Boutique.

Landes leather belt, $66, MoZaic Boutique.

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NIGHT IN THE TROPICS WHO: Co-chair Jane Dixon, sponsorship chair Maris A. Bondi, and co-chair Valentino, the baby sloth; National Aviary Executive Director Cheryl Tracy; National Aviary Board of Directors; 1,300 guests WHAT: The signature fundraiser featured authentic Hawaiian and Polynesian dances, and fire performances, by Tuika’s Polynesian Island Magic; visits to the butterfly garden; live music by The Lava Game and DJ Loyal; and food from 30 restaurants.

WHERE: National Aviary HIGHLIGHTS: The Taste Awards, judged in part by yours truly, recognized My Favorite Sweet Shoppe as Best Sweet for its Mountain Bark; Juniper Grill as Best Savory for its beef brisket; and Bluebird Kitchen as Best Overall for its assorted vegetarian and meat-based canapés, including pollo asado with mushroom polenta, and beet, quinoa, and fennel salad.

People’s Choice Best Overall was awarded to Shakespeare’s Restaurant & Pub at Olde Stonewall Resort for its Jamaican crab slider and barbecue beef brisket on mini corn bread.

This year’s event, presented by BNY Mellon, raised record funds for avian medicine, conservation research, and education, locally and internationally. — A.B.S. “Night in the Tropics this year was truly an exhilarating escape. The performances captivated, and the crowd breezed through an abundance of fantastic food and dessert samples. Best of all, our birds, butterflies, and baby sloth gave guests a chance to connect with our animal ambassadors.”

— Robin Weber, National Aviary director of marketing & communications

Sydney Portis, Caitlyn Portis, Alicia Davenport, Ebony Davenport

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5932 Penn Circle South Pittsburgh, PA 15206

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Don Orr M.D., Marcus Piatt, Joseph David, G. Alan Yeasted M.D.

SUMMER SWING: “PASSPORT TO THE WORLD” WHO: 600 guests, including Diane Karcz, owner and president of Gallagher Home Health Services, and Ben Karcz, COO of Gallagher Home Health Services, the event’s platinum sponsor; event chair Vicki McKenna and her husband, Mark McKenna WHAT: St. Clair Hospital’s largest annual fundraiser to support critical programs that aid in the continued growth of the hospital and have a direct, positive impact on the lives of its patients WHERE: St. Clair Country Club HIGHLIGHTS: Guests “visited” Germany, Italy, France, Spain, and Asia via unique stations that highlighted each region’s culture with traditional dishes and musical entertainment. A silent auction featured prizes like an in-home chef’s dinner for eight prepared by Gloria Fortunato of Wild Rosemary, a four-day stay in New Orleans that included a dinner at John Besh’s acclaimed restaurant, August, and several pieces of David Yurman jewelry donated by Louis Anthony’s Jewelers. — A.B.S. “This year’s theme provided guests an entryway into the exotic worlds of faraway lands and their sumptuous delicacies without ever having to leave Pittsburgh. It was a night that they all will truly remember.” — Vicki McKenna

Bob & Whitney Wagner, Dave & Laura Hardwick, Deborah & Bob Engel

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Alexandra Vaughan, Diana Irey Vaughan

Frank & Sheila Arcuri, Tom Medwig

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Rich Fitzgerald, Jack Kimbell, Bill Peduto, Dottie Bechtol

RIVERS CLUB REINVENTION CELEBRATION WHO: Nearly 400 members, along with special guests Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto, Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald, Jo Ellen Parker, Beth McCall, Eric Dorfman, and Richard Piacentini

This is girl power.

There’s a place where every girl is empowered to thrive and excel – to lead and soar.

Is this the place for your daughter? To learn more about the excellence of an all-girls education at Ellis, call 412-661-4880, or email admissions@theellisschool.org.

ATTEND OUR OPEN HOUSE ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 AT 8:30 AM

Join Lending Hearts and WPXI-TV’s Cara Sapida for

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CHILDHOOD CANCER Presented by Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield and Allegheny Health Network

WHAT: The Rivers Club hosted its Reinvention Celebration, highlighting the nearly $4 million in renovations to the dining, event, and athletic spaces. Best Buddies, ALS, and the Employee Partner Contribution Fund served as the evening’s beneficiaries.

WHERE: Rivers Club HIGHLIGHTS: Live entertainment by Maybrayz; a chance to win prizes; and a six-station dinner that included seared sustainable Argentine red shrimp with broccoli leaf scampi, Parmesan-crusted lamb chops with kalamata olive chimichurri, and black pepper bucatini with Sunday sauce and caramelized fennel sausage — O.G. “With its completely reinvented, modern look, this is no longer your grandfather’s club.” — Amanda Rapach, private events director at Rivers Club

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Shady Side Academy Athletic Field • 423 Fox Chapel Road • Free Admission (RSVP to vassop@lendinghearts.org)

• Mac & Gold Food Truck • Activities with Snapology & Covestro • Music by DJ Digital Dave

• Creative Kite Competition with guest meteorologist judge, WPXI-TV’S Valerie Smock • Bring your own kite or you can purchase and decorate one for $5 at the event • Event is rain or shine (Will be held in the athletic building if it rains)

Amanda Rapach, Samantha Glunt, Michele Fischer

Learn • Advocate • Volunteer • Support P: 412.849.0088 • E: vassop@lendinghearts.org • W: www.lendinghearts.org Follow us:

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Ernest & Tijuani Jackson

Dan Kunz, Jared Sullivan

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SUMMER SAFARI WHO: 1,500 guests, including event co-chairs Anita and Joe Moran

Viking for a Day (8th Grade Boys) Friday, October 14

Experience the new Zupancic Family STEM Center

Open House Sunday, October 30

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WHAT: The “Welcome to the Jungle” -themed event raised over $200,000 to support the Zoo. WHERE: Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium HIGHLIGHTS: The 2016 Summer Safari, sponsored by BNY Mellon and Blank Rome LLP, invited guests to “unleash their inner animal” while enjoying food and cocktails from 21 of Pittsburgh’s finest restaurants, including the Zoo’s catering partner Taste of the Wild Catering. The more adventurous guests also got up close and personal with the Zoo’s gentle giants — elephants and giraffes. — S.S. “Summer Safari is a successful fundraising event every year, supporting the Zoo’s conservation efforts. But our success would not be possible without the continued support of our wonderful guests.”

— Tracy Gray, public relations manager, Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium

Dr. Christina Wilds & Stonewall Jackson

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Harris Ferris, Rennick Remley

BRYANT ST. LIMITED Boutique | Art Gallery Clothing Jewelry Accessories

Jason Kollar, Amy Pretsch, Lynne Schultz, Katie Maier

412-362-2200

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Elevate your living space with three homes that are raising the bar

The large bay window centers the room, saturating the beautiful property with sunlight.

JUMP IN 193 Springmeadow Drive, Upper St. Clair — Listed at $760,000

For more information, contact Ruth Weigers and Michelle Schocker of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Preferred Realty at 412.833.7700 x 278/249.

ThePreferredRealty.com.

Sitting around a private cul-de-sac and surrounded by mature greenery, this two-story home, with its deep red door, towering windows, and avant-garde pool, invites you to jump right in.

The first of four bedrooms in the home, the spacious master has natural light in droves and a private balcony overlooking the pool. Two double closets lend purpose to the space.

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FROM UP ON HIGH 320 Ft. Duquesne Blvd., 10D, Downtown — Listed at $1,200,000

For more information, contact Lori Hummel of Howard Hanna Real Estate Services at 412.287.1739. howardhanna.com.

By combining three separate units, this four-bedroom apartment blends classic and current design sensibilities in a 3,800-square-foot space that allows for luxurious views of Point State Park and the three rivers.

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The living area features a built-in entertainment center, while the kitchen sports European-designed cabinets and a dining room with customized cabinetry.

Travertine floors lend a stately look to an otherwise modern-looking property, at once hard in texture and soft in tone.

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Clean and bright, the two-story foyer welcomes guests with crisp crown molding and soft ceramic floors, which mimic wood and spread throughout the lower level.

BREATHING ROOM 189 Oakview Drive, Cranberry Township — Listed at $575,000

For more information, contact Dan Kite of Northwood Realty Services at 412.367.3200. northwood.com.

After you’re instantly charmed by the brick exterior and prominent windows, step inside to admire the recently updated space. The five-bedroom, fivebathroom home sits on a half-acre lot with a private wooded area, perfect for hosting your next bonfire during the chilly evenings ahead.

Open up to the great room, complete with a cathedral ceiling, skylights, and substantial windows for an extra serene retreat.

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SHADYSIDE • $2,400,000 • ROZ NEIMAN • 412-361-4000

SEWICKLEY HEIGHTS • $2,250,000 • BETTY MORACA • 412-741-2200

Carnahan House, erected in 1858, is an exquisitely restored national historic landmark featuring 15-ft. ceilings adorned with intricate detail, magnificent stained and leaded glass, gleaming hardwoods, a gourmet cook’s kitchen, new baths, a light-infused interior, a three-car garage, and views of mature greenery from every window, located just blocks from East Side and all that Shadyside has to offer.

This spectacular, sprawling ranch on 5.2 glorious acres is just minutes from the village of Sewickley. The magnificent living room with stone fireplace is overlooked by an elaborate loft-style guest suite. The main level hosts a master suite with enchanting marble bath, billiard room with fireplace, family room with bar, and conversation room with two-sided stone fireplace. Outdoors are a deck, patio, putting green and basketball court.

POINT BREEZE • $1,600,000 • BERNIE KUHN • 412-421-9120

MT. WASHINGTON • $1,495,000 • LYNNE BINGHAM • 412-833-3600

An outstanding renovation of a classic 1880s residence, abundant natural light accentuates period details such as stained and leaded glass, pocket doors, and gleaming hardwood floors. A spectacular gourmet kitchen has two sets of French doors to the patio and is open to the family room with custom built-ins.

The elaborate second-floor master suite has a dressing room, dual baths, and a private sun deck.

A million-dollar view of the city skyline is framed by an expansive wall of windows in this spectacular, updated condominium with 22-ft. beamed ceilings. The Feng Shui layout with fireplace and serenity pond has a gradual spiral staircase to the upper level, where the master suite with luxury bath also enjoys the city view. Also included are a maintenance-free deck, second bedroom, den, and two-car garage.

MARSHALL • $849,000 • JOHN POSTERARO • 724-772-8822 MCCANDLESS • $1,250,000 • TERRY LLOYD • 724-934-3400 This exceptional, custom-built home with scraped hickory flooring, built by Paragon in Venango Estates, has a dynamic, vaulted two-story entry and family room, which has a stone fireplace and is open to the custom kitchen with Bosch stainless steel appliances. The first-floor master retreat has a soaking tub and an oversized custom shower.

This spectacular Blumenschein home has custom cherry woodwork throughout. The family room and hearth room share a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. A double staircase ascends from the entry and hearth room to the second level, where the master suite has Brazilian cherry flooring and a stunning fireplace. The backyard is a private oasis.

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FOX CHAPEL • $995,000 • PATSY FORD • 412-963-6300 This classic Arts and Crafts-style home in a close-in neighborhood has leaded and stained glass, custom built-ins, hardwood flooring, and fine details throughout. Two turned staircases ascend to the second level; the six bedrooms include a master suite and a second suite. Outdoor spaces include an expansive wrap-around porch and a patio.

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BY LIZ PETONIAK

Switching it up, whether big, like the addition of a statement wall hanging or granite countertops, or small, such as swapping out knobs or new barware, can make an impactful change in your home. Discover original ideas and top trends for freshening up your space this fall, here. @

FA U X R E A L The stunning, elegant look of marble is about to become more attainable than ever. Paracca Interiors now offers Marble Attaché

by Daltile, a porcelain tile featuring the appearance of some of the world’s finest marbles, without the upkeep and price of traditional marble. Select from six, nature-inspired shades ranging from clean, white Calacatta to dark, sensual Nero in three finishes — matte, satin, and polished — and elevate a bathroom or living space to a sleeker, more stylish setting. The new line also incorporates another chic element: larger tiles — much bigger than the standard 12x12 inches. Says Paracca Interiors Sales and Marketing Manager Sallie Star Paracca, “The biggest trend we are seeing from our vendors is just that: big. The modular or rectangular size is coming in as large 24x48 inches and gives a beautiful, clean look by making your space feel bigger with fewer grout lines! These [Marble Attaché] 24x48 are stunning!” We couldn’t agree more. Paracca Interiors, 1000 Pittsburgh Road, Valencia. 724.586.7777. paracca-interiors.com.

CURB APPEAL Did you know that you can paint your home’s vinyl siding instead of replacing it? Glidden, a brand of PPG Paints, just launched its newest product, Glidden Vinyl Renew exterior paint + primer, which provides a cost-effective method to boost curb appeal and increase the longevity of a home’s look. Exclusively available at The Home Depot, the line of paints utilizes PPG proprietary urethane technology to firmly adhere to vinyl siding with a mildew-resistant coating that stands up to extreme temperatures and helps prevent warping, cracking, peeling, and flaking. “With exceptional quality and easy application, Glidden Vinyl Renew exterior paint + primer provides the perfect solution to protect and enhance the original beauty of vinyl siding,” says Mark Lancia, senior brand manager, Glidden paint. “Perfect for homeowners and professionals looking to refresh vinyl’s body, trim, or accent, Glidden Vinyl Renew paint + primer provides a wide selection of colors at a great value.” Match the original siding, add an accent color, or go for something completely new with 50 shades to choose from! PPG Paints, ppgpaints.com. Glidden, glidden.com. The Home Depot, homedepot.com.

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SHAKE UP YOUR SPACE WITH LOVELY, NEW ADDITIONS

“What I love about taxidermy pieces, especially the bigger exotic ones like the bison, is that they are not a very common décor piece,” says Toll Gate Revival owner Seth Hunter.

“People gravitate towards it and want to know more about it. It’s a conversation starter and a true statement piece. A single taxidermy mount won’t turn your space into a hunting lodge either; it will add a classy, eclectic vibe with a dash of Americana.”

Buffalo mount, price upon request, Toll Gate Revival.

Apothecary Guild “Cashmere” cloche candle, $50, Splurge.

Urban Bar Champagne flutes, $18 each. Safari Animal cocktail stirrers, $15 each (set of 5), Von Walter & Funk.

Recycled teak tray, $65, Splurge.

Urban Bar “Calabrese” twopiece rose gold cocktail shaker, $65, Von Walter & Funk.

Urban Bar rose gold “Hawthorne” cocktail strainer, $25, Von Walter & Funk.

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Amerock “Grace Revitalize” knobs in golden champagne, $6.99-$8.99 each, Amerock available at ProSource.

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Weston leather and nailhead bench, $575, Splurge.

Tapestry porcelain, price upon request, SPLASH Kitchen Bath Home.

Sienna Bordeaux granite countertops, price upon request, Premier Granite & Stone.

Crystal ball door knob on modern square rosette, price upon request, SPLASH Kitchen Bath Home.

Symphony Collection gold brass hammered cabinet knob, price upon request, SPLASH Kitchen Bath Home.

Symphony Collection silver brass ornate cabinet knob, price upon request, SPLASH Kitchen Bath Home.

“Each slab of granite is entirely unique and customized to your space, making it a beautiful piece of art,� says Kemper Dickinson, sales manager at Premier Granite & Stone.

Protea and pincushion arrangement, $395, Splurge.

Amerock, amerock.com. Premier Granite & Stone, 66 Arch St. Extension, Carnegie.

412.429.9324. premiergranite.com. ProSource of Monroeville, 1909 New Texas Road, Monroeville. 724.519.4144. prosourcewholesale.com. SPLASH Kitchen Bath Home, 1237 Freedom Road, Cranberry. 724.772.1060. 4807 William Penn Hwy., Murrysville. 724.733.2600. 1400 William Flynn Hwy., Route 8, Glenshaw.

412.486.2700. exploresplash.com. Splurge, Fox Chapel Plaza, 1109 Freeport Road, Fox Chapel. 412.252.2242. splurge-shop.com. Toll Gate Revival, 3711 Butler St., Lawrenceville. 724.288.6618. tollgaterevival.com. Von Walter & Funk, 5210 Butler St., Lawrenceville. 412.784.0800. vonwalterandfunk.com.

Photographs by Michael Fornataro, from Joe Steigerwald/Premier Granite & Stone

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REVOLUTIONIZE YOUR WALLS A frame can often be as important as the photo it surrounds; yet in the quest to display our art, the frame is frequently overlooked and the professional process routinely overpriced.

Framebridge — a two-year-old company with over $20 million in funding — is simplifying the steps, adding a dose of fun! Combining technology and craftsmanship, the business has removed the hassle and driven down the cost of traditional custom framing. All you have to do is share your image, artwork, or item; pick the perfect frame; and you’ll receive your piece. Bridging a gap in the market, founder Susan Tynan decided to fulfill a personal dream after a negative framing experience of her own. “Traditional framing is just not customer-friendly — or at least, in the way customers today want to interact,” she told thehustle.co. “The way it’s delivered is too expensive, there’s uncomfortable upselling, it takes forever, and you have to go to the frame store at least twice. Having worked in consumer tech, I knew we could create a vastly better experience.” With prices starting at $39, Framebridge provides secure mailing, free shipping, custom frame-building to exact specifications, and will complete everything in two to three business days. “It arrives completely ready to hang, so all you have to do is hammer a nail into the wall and hang your frame,” Tynan says. “Everything we frame is important to somebody, so we like to think in terms of opening people’s eyes to those important moments.” Stay tuned to our before-and-after project with Framebridge at whirlmagazine.com! — Andrea Bosco Stehle

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GO FOR GREEN Going green is more than just good sense — it’s actually both beautiful and cost-effective. As the only local custom builder offering LEED’s seal of approval, Terra Building Group is leading the way for their new construction homes in the Pittsburgh area. “Our goal is to give the ‘wow factor’ when homeowners and guests walk in the front door,” says president Brett Robinson. “The misconception is that green homes aren’t sexy or luxurious, that you’ll have to sacrifice design choices, or that they’re too high-brow, and that’s simply not the case. We’re able to construct luxurious homes with high-quality materials for the same price, and usually a lot faster than those that are traditionally built.” While homes start at $259,000 for 1,850 square-feet, Terra is a custom home builder first and foremost that’s willing to go as green and as high-end as the homeowner desires. Typically, the homes will perform 20 to 30 percent — sometimes up to 60 percent — more efficiently, bringing great savings in utility and maintenance costs, and a higher resale value for the same cost as a conventionally built home. Homeowners also benefit because in addition to passing city and state inspections, a LEED home must also pass rigorous third-party inspections and performance tests by a LEED accredited agency. However, LEED-certification isn’t required to enjoy the quality or savings of a healthier, more energy efficient home. Terra utilizes a number of techniques to improve each home’s energy efficiency, including: installing metal roofs, ultra-efficient doors and windows, additional insulation, and creating a tighter building envelope for cost-effective heating and cooling; the use of instantaneous water heater tanks and low-flow fixtures for water and sewage; placing air exchangers that precondition and filter air into the home for clean, hospital-grade air quality (a big draw for those affected by allergies or asthma); constructing rain gardens; taking into account the location’s walkability, access to public transportation, and what infrastructure might already be in place; and lastly, employing materials that are just as luxurious as they are sustainable, such as James Hardie siding and trim with a lifetime warranty, quartz countertops, bamboo flooring, and locally sourced ceramic tile and cabinetry. Terra utilizes local vendors whenever possible to reduce their carbon footprint. Terra offers a number of options for everything from city to suburban to rural homes, and homes and lots are already available in desirable neighborhoods like Mt. Washington and East Liberty. Terra also builds investment properties, such as multi-family and townhomes. With the booming Pittsburgh rental market, low utility bills and maintenance costs, comparable price, and a shorter timeframe than traditional builds, they are big wins for both renters and landlords. Terra Building Group meets and exceeds expectations for investment opportunities and stunning residences alike.

Terra Building Group, 412.533.3004. terrabuildinggroup.com.

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1. “One of my favorite memories was our first look,” says Jaclyn.

“It was so nice to have a few minutes to escape all of the hustle and bustle of the day and have a private moment.” 2. Jaclyn donned an exquisite blush-hued Monique Lhuillier gown, accented with a rhinestone belt, while the bridesmaids glittered in coordinating gold dresses beside the (literal) blushing bride. 3.“Our guests raved about the location afterwards, and if we could do it all over again, we’d still pick Phipps!” 4. Every detail, including Jaclyn’s sparkling Kate Spade clutch, came together for a magical night.

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This “experience” included a tailgate and a Pirates game in lieu of a rehearsal dinner, a ceremony atop Mt. Washington to showcase the breathtaking views of the Downtown skyline, and — the real show-stopper — a reception in the perennially lush Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens. “We didn’t want to have a theme that would overpower the already beautiful surroundings,” Jaclyn says of Phipps. “We worked with Hens & Chicks to put together a floral look that would complement all of the wonderful tropical gardens.” Gorgeous centerpieces spilled over with red coxcomb, roses, and dahlias while vines draped overhead transported guests to a whimsical oasis.

Being able to spend the romantic celebration with loved ones proved to be the highlight of the day for both Jaclyn and Brian. “We are so lucky to have the love and support of our parents,” says Jaclyn. “Seeing them happy and excited for us made the day that much better.”

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ATHENA PAPPIS & JOHN HASTINGS Two and a half years after their first date, a Gateway Clipper ride to Heinz Field for a Steelers game, John Hasting decided to bring his love story with Athena Pappis full circle. Once again aboard a Gateway Clipper, Athena had no idea he’d be popping the question – or that his sister would be there to photograph the whole thing. “I am so happy he decided to [have his sister there],” Athena says. “Those few moments are such a blur at times!” Their “Big Fat Greek Wedding” took place at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in McCandless, with the reception held at the Fox Chapel Golf Club. The color palette perfectly matched the autumnal day: dark eggplant hues popping against gold accents from the bridesmaids’ dresses to the elegant centerpieces. The cake, created by Jessica Shoemaker, truly brought the elegant evening together by incorporating fresh flowers and delicate lace embellishments that matched the bride’s gown. On their big day, the couple only had eyes for each other. “Just moments after we were announced as husband and wife,” says Athena, “[we] exited the church and had a second just to ourselves to talk and see each other really for the first time. It was a great moment!”

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Wanting something a little less traditional, Athena chose a blush-tinted, trumpet-style gown. “It was very unique!”

JESSICA MCNERNY & KC JACK The sentiment “Good things come in small packages,” rings true for Jessica McNerny. After dating for a year, KC Jack got on one knee on Christmas Day, completely surprising his bride, despite a big hint on the present’s tag. But it wasn’t until after the excitement of the moment that Jessica saw the label: “To my future wife.” The couple tied the knot on top of the mountain “airport” at Seven Springs Mountain Resort, treating guests to the gorgeous views of the valley and lake below. The day was clear and bright, the sky complementing the nautical navy-and-gold color scheme of the wedding. Blush accents provided a romantic softness, from the peonies, roses, and anemones in the bouquets to the underlay of the bride’s Christina Wu gown. Seven Springs supplied nearly everything, including the catered meal and custom flower-topped cake. And, in lieu of a signature drink, the guests downed a signature shot together, to honor the life of the bride’s late brother, who would have turned 21 the following day. “It was wonderful to have our family and close friends by our side in such a difficult and beautiful moment.”

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/ WHIRL And Ashby had a lot to say, particularly about jazz.

“It is a music that celebrates the individual spirit of the musicians on the bandstand. And jazz in some ways, unlike other music forms, is all about the unit.

It’s about the collective nature of the musicians working together,” he says. “I think the spirit of improvisation and democracy that jazz represents is really part of the answer to the planet.”

His love of the genre began at age 7, when his father taught him how to play guitar. He continued to play over the years and eventually decided to study music at Ithaca College. There, he learned the art of concert production and even produced the first Ithaca Jazz Festival in 1979. “I really dug creating opportunities for musicians to have their music played in a dignified environment,” he says.

After graduation, Ashby moved to New York City, then went on to work at the Cleveland Symphony Orchestra before landing at Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, seeking a way to apply his business knowhow to the world of jazz music. When he got the call from Strickland in 1987, he had the opportunity to do just that.

“I felt like I had died and gone to heaven,” Ashby says.

“I had a music hall, I had a boss who understood jazz like I understood jazz. I had this big, blank, white canvas, which I still feel today when I walk in the building. I’d say ‘What colors are we going to paint with today?’”

Ashby created the Guild’s annual concert series, MCG Jazz, which kicks off its 30th season on SEPTEMBER 23 with Michael Feinstein, founder of the Great American Songbook Foundation, and his trio. And with Ashby still at the helm as executive producer.

ONE COOL CAT Celebrate 30 years of the MCG Jazz Series with the man who started it all When the construction of a new home for the Manchester Craftsmen’s Guild was completed in 1986, founder Bill Strickland sought to fill the new center’s auditorium with music.

Seeking someone with experience in concert production, Strickland tapped Marty Ashby — who had by then made a name for himself as a jazz guitarist and producer — for the job. “I was working with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra in marketing and development and telemarketing, and got the call to go meet Bill Strickland,” Ashby recalls. “He gave a tour, we ended up in the music hall, and Mr. Strickland said, ‘Now, I built the music hall to do jazz concerts because jazz saved my life. But I don’t know anything about doing concerts.’ And I said, ‘Mr. Strickland, we need to talk.’”

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Over the years, Ashby has produced memorable concerts, some of them featuring the very jazz legends he listened to growing up, such as Dizzy Gillespie, Joe Williams, and Ray Brown. He’s even worked with big names like Monty Alexander, Paquito D’Rivera, Nancy Wilson, and Ahmad Jamal, people who Ashby now considers friends.

“It’s been great these last 30 years to settle in one place and create amazing projects, both for records and for concerts, and get to work with a lot of my idols,” he says. “It’s really been a stunning opportunity to realize this musical gamut that we have here in Pittsburgh.”

Though a lot of his idols have since passed, Ashby feels that jazz music is still as strong as ever and looks forward to where it’s headed. With FEBRUARY 4’s “Under 30 for the 30th” concert featuring younger musicians like Etienne Charles, Jazzmeia Horn, and Melissa Aldana, MCG Jazz will take a peek at the future of jazz.

“I think that concert will represent the best of the best of this new generation that will one day be the Ray Browns and the James Moodys of the jazz world.”

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