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Pittsburgh Penguins’ Team Captain, Sidney Crosby, is a leader in the community both on and off of the ice

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15 WHIRL SMALL BUSINESS SUPPORT 18 WHIRL EVENTS

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Jacqueline Capatolla has been in the beauty and fashion industry for 35 years. Specializing in hair, nails, skincare, and makeup, Capatolla has a true passion for all aspects of the beauty industry.

She has styled countless editorial shoots, photo-shoots, runway and platform artistry, bridal hair and makeup, and continuing education productions. “Being an educator in the industry, I enjoy teaching and sharing my experiences and knowledge of this industry, which is why I came up with my own program,” Capatolla exclaims.

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Condado’s Tacos is bringing the heat to Lawrenceville! With a second location now open after the success of the Downtown taco restaurant, the Columbus, Ohio based business is spicing up Butler Street! On the evening of our visit, guests built their own tacos with special salsas, and then indulged in a wide range of margaritas. The street art splashed on the walls made the room feel alive and warm despite a determined chill outside. With more options for taco creation than a tortilla-chip lover could fathom, this cool restaurant is certain to become one hot destination!

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Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens celebrated the holiday season with a myriad of activities for adults and kids of all ages. Pictured here, a young attendee admires the holiday lights at Phipps’ Holiday show, “Holiday Magic: Let It Glow!”

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The Pittsburgh CLO Civic Light Opera Guild hosted its annual CLO Holiday Party. The group celebrated the most wonderful time of the year at LeMont Restaurant on Mt. Washington. The goal of the Guild is to support the Pittsburgh Civic Light Opera and to increase cultural richness, economic vitality, and essential, arts education opportunities for the community. From left: Event co-chairs Dolly Warwick and Laura Penrod Kronk.

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Internationally renowned landscape architect and designer Walter Hood, multidisciplinary artist Alisha B. Wormsley, and environmental artist Stacy Levy, headlined the “Inspire Speakers Series.” Pairing national thought leaders in sustainability with local practitioners, the lecture series cultivates citywide conversations on climate change, placemaking, and social innovation. From left: Terri Baltimore; SallyAnn Kluz; Jenna Cramer; Hood; Levy; and Wormsley.

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The National Aviary recently welcomed a new addition: an Eurasian Eagle Owl chick. The chick, will be hand-raised at the Aviary, and will eventually go on to participate in education programs at another accredited zoo. Visitors to the Aviary can see the adorable chick daily in the Avian Care Center window, and for a limited time, guests can book an interactive encounter with the owlet and interact with it as part of the chick’s growth and development.

Pictured: Cathy Schlott, curator of behavioral management and education, holds the chick.

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Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre School hosted a master class on Monday, Jan. 14 taught by Krystal Mackie, dancer in Broadway’s Hamilton Angelica National Tour. Mackie taught a sold-out studio of 45 students choreography to “The Room Where It Happens.” After class, students and parents took part in a Q&A session with Mackie about her career and the life of a professional dancer. PBT students from left: Anela Lumsden (green leotard); Arabella Beraducci (black t-shirt); Inaru Gonzalez-Nieves (red leotard).

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Crisis Center North, a local domestic violence counseling and resource center, hosted renowned poet, activist, and speaker, Dora E. McQuaid, at the organization’s 40th anniversary annual meeting. McQuaid unveiled a commemorative poem at the meeting, which also included a book signing with the poet, a panel discussion with past and present CCN leaders, and the presentation of the Center’s annual Northern Star Awards. From left: Penny, CNN canine advocate; Dora E. McQuaid; and Ari, CNN canine advocate in-training.

The National Kidney Foundation’s 17th annual Pittsburgh Kidney Walk recently took place at the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium.

2,500 people came together to celebrate the 2018 Pittsburgh Kidney Walk and raised more than $260,000. These funds will be used to raise awareness of kidney disease, organ donation, and the importance of early screening and healthy lifestyle for those at risk.

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Living in Liberty, an organization that offers a secure safe house for victims of human sex trafficking and does outreach with victims on the streets, recently hosted a fundraiser to fight human trafficking.

The event included a lively evening of food, drinks, salsa dancing instruction, and music! Pictured: Attendees take part in a group salsa dance lesson.

Photographs from Al Marschke, BluMars Media

Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens started the new year by kicking off winter camps for kids ages 2 – 4. Each onehour session includes stories, interactive lesson, and a healthy snack along with fun themed activities. Pictured: a young camper works on their planting skills.

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This past holiday season, Rivers Casino’s Chef MeeMee Choi and Chef Adam Tharpe worked tirelessly to brainstorm, sketch, schedule , and finally start baking and building the massive gingerbread display shown above. Choi and Tharpe, plus 15 additional pastry team members, created the holiday masterpiece of the Pittsburgh skyline, made up of 200 pounds of gingerbread dough. The skyline includes historic buildings such as U.S. Steel Tower, One PPG Place, Fifth Avenue Place, Gulf Tower, Tower at PNC Plaza , and the Cathedral of Learning.

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A team of eighth-grade students at Harrison Middle School in Baldwin recently completed an art installation (pictured above) they had been working on, along with school teachers, to serve as a tribute to the victims of the Tree of Life shooting, as well as the international Butterfly Project honoring children who were lost in the Holocaust. Spearheaded by teacher Daniel Shaner the installation was unveiled during Hanukkah.

Photograph from Denise Sedlacek, BaldwinWhitehall School District

Gadi Leshem, a self-taught sculptor, whose main interest is classical figurative sculpting, mostly portraiture, works on one of his pieces. Originally from Israel, Gadi often sculpts with water-based clay using photos as reference material. Gadi will show 10 of his new sculptures in the showcase near the Back Hall Gallery in the Cranberry Township Municipal Center from February 1 - 28.

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Dee Grieb, a local painter, shows off one of her newest creations. Grieb is primarily self taught, but has taken classes and workshops in painting. She spent many years painting with acrylics, but has found a niche in watercolor. She photographs places she visits and then renders them with watercolor. Her watercolor paintings will be on display in the Back Hall Gallery in the Cranberry Township Municipal Center from February 1 - 28.

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The Art Institute of Pittsburgh hosted a Superhero red carpet reveal event to unveil the logo, calendar, video, movie posters, and coloring books created

by Art Institute students featuring the children of “Superheroes Believe in Miracles,� a Pittsburgh non-profit that has sent more than 9000 birthday packages to children battling chronic or serious illness. Pictured: A family whose child was featured in the project.

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Every year, the Junior Mendelssohn Choir of Pittsburgh presents the Barbara Cass Award to an outstanding member of the choir selected by their fellow members. The Barbara Cass Award, which includes a cash prize and a trophy, recognizes a member of JMCP who exemplifies outstanding knowledge, zeal and commitment to the singing ensemble. This year’s award winner was Mollie Landman, a senior at Yough High School. From left: Caron Daley, Junior Mendelssohn Choir of Pittsburgh music director; Landman; and Emily Stewart, JMCP manager.

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Douglas Campbell and Stanley Levine of Campbell & Levine, LLC, were both recognized with the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Pittsburgh Chapter of the Turnaround Management Association. The award was created in 2014 to recognize business leaders who make outstanding contributions to the region’s corporate restructuring community. The TMA hosted a luncheon at the Duquesne Club to honor the awardees. From left: Campbell; and Levine.

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The Society to Preserve the Millvale Murals of Maxo Vanka, a Croatian-American artist, held its third annual Applaud the Light event. The night served as a celebration of local performers and artists, while appreciating history and Maxo Vanka’s works of art at St. Nicholas Croatian Catholic Church. Pictured: Actor David Crawford reprises his role as Maxo Vanka.

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Dr. Barry Kerzin spoke at La Roche College’s annual Global Problems, Global Solutions Conference with the support of Brother’s Brother Foundation and UPMC Health Plan. Kerzin, a personal physician of Dalai Lama, is the founder and president of Altruism in Medicine Institute, and the founder and chairman of the Human Values Institute in Japan. The conference focused on the progress, plans, and initiatives related to the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals.

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Local radio station, 100.7 Star’s morning show, “The Bubba Show,” honored rapper, FRZY as the City of Pittsburgh declared Friday, January 11 as “FRZY Day” in the city. Tom Baker – District 1 Council Representative, joined for the official proclamation and presentation. From left: FRZY; and Melanie Taylor and Bubba, hosts of the morning show.

Photograph from Celeste Donatucci

Eight volunteers and partner organizations were honored for their significant contributions to the mission of the YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh at the organization’s second annual IMPACT ’18: A Night on the North Side event.

The honorees from left: Barbara Steving, Tickets for Kids Charities regional manager; Barbie Nettrour, Baierl Family YMCA volunteer; Jason Riley, Tickets for Kids Charities executive director; Sean Logan, Sampson Family YMCA volunteer; Dan Kortlandt and Anna Singer, Thelma Lovette YMCA volunteers; Nicholas Andrews, YMCA Camp T. Frank Soles board member; Amy Liston, Development Dimensions International “Innovation Weeks” organizer; and Doug Gillespie, Deer Valley YMCA Family Camp board member.

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Highmark’s First Night 2019 officially kicked off the new year in the City of Pittsburgh. The night featured live music, dance, theater, comedy, magic, and kids’ activities. Pictured above: Audrey Logan of South Fayette High School was selected by guest judge, Peter Matthew Smith, as this year’s winner of the William’s SING-OFF Competition.

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HGTV stars Chip and Joanna Gaines stand with Josh Corcoran (center) after awarding the local Pittsburgh start-up, Spare Change, $25,000 to grow their Pittsburgh-based video series, which invites musicians to busk on behalf of their favorite charities and creates online campaigns for ongoing donation. Spare Change was one of 12 finalists selected from more than 3,200 submissions from upstart organizations around the country, Photograph from The Savvy Group

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Lauren Robinson and Andrew Robinson (pictured above) rang in the new year at the Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel and Braddock’s Rebellion Restaurant. The hotel said hello to 2019 with their “Pop, Fizz, Clink!” New Years Eve Party featuring DJ Dan Koch from 5th Ace Entertainment. Party-goers enjoyed an open bar, appetizers, a VIP section, party favors, and a champagne toast.

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Pittsburgh Opera’s Resident Artists and Associate Coach/Pianist James Lesniak (right), celebrate the holidays at the Friends of Pittsburgh Opera Holiday Cabaret at the Le Mont.

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The Mattress Family recently hosted its annual Family Day, which featured a variety of hands-on art activities for all ages. Families looking for educational programs for their children were able to test drive many of the program offerings at the Mattress Factory.

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A starry preview of local high school musicals called “Twilight Night” recently took place at Memorial Park Church in Allison Park. High school musical cast soloists presented songs from their upcoming musicals and gave an exciting sneak peek of their shows in the spring.

Performers included students from North Allegheny, Hampton, Northgate, Avonworth, Shaler, and Pine Richland school districts.

From left: Northgate High School students from left: Amy Kapp (on piano); Abigail Dougherty; and Ian Thompson, Northgate Photographs from Karen Kurtz

Marc Chazaud and Diana Reid (pictured above) hosted a fundraising dinner at Senti Restaurant and Wine Bar in Lawrenceville. The four-course dinner included truffles and rare wines, and proceeds benefited Pittsburgh Opera.

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The 55th Medallion Ball was recently held at the Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown. St. Lucy’s Auxiliary to the Blind (SLA) honored 128 Medallion Candidates for their commitment to volunteer service. From left: Rachel Hornak, co-chair; Beth Hornak, MB chair; Bishop David Zubik; Suzanne Karlovich, 2018 SLA President; Karen Boston MB chair; and Maura Boston, co-chair.

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SAY CHEESE WEEK & GRAND RE-OPENING OF THE MELTING POT PITTSBURGH Tuesday, November 28 LOCATION: Melting Pot Pittsburgh BENEFICIARY: 412 Food Rescue HIGHLIGHTS: In the United States, one in seven people face hunger including 12 million children. To bring awareness and provide support for the hungry in Western Pennsylvania, The Melting Pot commissioned the creation of a 30-foot cheese sculpture and joined with 412 Food Rescue as a food partner to make regular donations to the non-profit organization’s new transport and food distribution program that has transformed surplus food into a resource and how the Pittsburgh community approaches food access. The effort is in conjunction with Say Cheese Week and the Grand Reopening of The Melting Pot’s new, 6,000 square foot restaurant located at 242 West Station Square Drive in Station Square.

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Chris Millsap, Rachel Firestone, Jen England, Jim Materese, and Mike Lester

Melting Pot’s Jennifer Zmurk, Megan White, Laura Mulhern, and Mike Lester

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BARK & BOWL Friday, November 9 LOCATION: AMF Noble Manor Lanes BENEFICIARY: National Canine Cancer

Foundation HIGHLIGHTS: The Pittsburgh Chapter of

Team McKenzie’s Mission - Highest Fundraiser at $3788.00

the National Canine Cancer Foundation hosted their 7th annual Bark and Bowl to benefit canine cancer research. At the Tito’s Handmade Vodka and WISH 99.7 sponsored event, Teams bowled, danced to great music, received a swag bag, and enjoyed drinks and raffles. Over the past 6 years, the Pittsburgh Chapter has raised over 180K dollars to fund canine cancer research.

Bark and Bowl Volunteers Michelle McGregor and Team America

Pam and Doug Dixon of McKenzies Mission - Best Team Lane Decorations Team Noel and Maddie

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SHARING HEART GALA Saturday, December 1 LOCATION: Duquesne Power Center Ballroom BENEFICIARY: Zachary’s Mission HIGHLIGHTS: The annual Sharing Heart Gala benefits Zachary’s Mission, which supports families of medically fragile children by providing basic necessities, financial assistance, and programs that nurture emotional wellbeing. Guests enjoyed cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, dinner, silent auction, raffle treasure chest, and a live performance by The Company Band. Kelly Frey of WTAE was the Mistress of Ceremonies and the Sharing Heart Award was presented to Walt Vinoski of Vinoski Winery.

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ACHIEVA AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE Tuesday, December 11 LOCATION: Sheraton, Shation

Square HIGHLIGHTS: ACHIEVA Awards

ACHIEVA Board Chair Mary D. Richter; Michelle Rosenthal; Chris Brown (David and Cecil’s former roommate); Diane Rosenthal, and ACHIEVA President and CEO Steve Suroviec at the Awards of Excellence. Michele and Diane accepted the inaugural Cecil and David Rosenthal Community Award on behalf of their brothers.

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ACHIEVA Board Chair, Sean & Mandi Casey

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NEW PITTSBURGH PLAYHOUSE GRAND OPENING GALA Saturday, October 13 LOCATION: Pittsburgh Playhouse at Point

Park University HIGHLIGHTS: Guests celebrated the new Pittsburgh Playhouse grand opening of its state-of-the-art learning and performance center. Attendees enjoyed a cocktail reception in the grand lobby, an inugural performance in the PNC Theatre, seated dinner by the Duquesne Club, cast party, live entertainment, and dessert reception in the Highmark Theatre.

Overhead shot of PNC Theatre

Susan & Tom Corbett Penelope & Ron Lindblom, Rob Ashford

Tony Yazbeck, Paul Hennigan Ben Lewis, Angela Vranich, Anne Lewis, Andy Lewis

Students performing

Bob & Lisa Pompeani, Celina Pompeani

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PBX 2018 HOLIDAY PARTY Wednesday, December 19 LOCATION: Stage AE HIGHLIGHTS: the Pittsburgh Business Exchange hosted A Holiday celebration with hundreds of Pittsburgh business owners, executives, and other professionals! Guests Enjoyed an evening of networking, drinks, and light fare.

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VARIETY’S 2018 GALA Saturday, November 2 LOCATION: Heinz Field BENEFICIARY: Variety - The Children’s Charity HIGHLIGHTS: Variety – the Children’s Charity (of Pittsburgh) provides children with disabilities with unique programs, experiences, and equipment throughout 54 counties in Pennsylvania and West Virginia. The annual gala honored Tim Wiebe and Mickey Sgro for their contributions to the organization. The evening featured a full dinner, silent auction, and Variety’s amazing kids.

Cathy Wiebe, and 2018 Variety Honoree, Tim Wiebe, former Owner & Founder, National Rehab

Susan Corbett, The Honorable Tom Corbett, Variety Board Member; and Charlie LaVallee, Variety CEO

April Kopas, and Ted Kopas, Westmoreland County Commissioner

Charlie LaVallee, Variety CEO; Leo Gerard, USW International President; and Andrew Stockey, WTAE News Anchor & Sports Director

Dawne Hickton, and David Hickton, former U.S. District Attorney

Dawn Kozel, and Rob Kozel, Variety Board Member

Becky Wagner, and Mike Wagner, former Pittsburgh Steeler

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TRIPLE INDULGENCE Saturday, November 30 LOCATION:Â Nova Place BENEFICIARY: Created by Dickerson Creative to raise funding for prematurity research at UPMC MageeWomens Research Institute HIGHLIGHTS: 200+ guests enjoyed a vast array of wines, champagnes, tempting bites, a magnificent chocolate fountain, raffle, live entertainment by Jeff Jimerson & Airborne., and the opportunity to shop their holiday market.

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PITTSBURGH MERCY’S 15TH ANNUAL REINDEER BALL Sunday, December 9 LOCATION: The Westin Convention Center Pittsburgh Hotel BENEFICIARY: Pittsburgh Mercy HIGHLIGHTS: More than 200 children, along with their families and friends, welcomed

Santa’s Christmas circus to town at Pittsburgh Mercy’s 15th Annual Reindeer Ball.

Dressed in their holiday finest, children and their families mingled with some of their favorite characters and enjoyed “Santa’s Christmas Circus,” a dazzling holiday revue

by New York City-based RWS & Associates. Other favorite activities included cookie decorating, face painting, art projects, balloon art, holiday family portraits, a photo booth, and food stations for all ages. Guests created wonderful, new holiday memories while raising nearly $100,000 for vital Pittsburgh Mercy programs and services that help families and children in our community. Pittsburgh Mercy, a member of Trinity Health and serving in the tradition of the Sisters of Mercy, is a community health and wellness provider serving more than 33,000 people annually.

Cash, Meghan, and Shaun Dentice with Pittsburgh Penguins mascot Iceburgh

Annamaria Drain, Sarah DeJonckheere, and Ava DeJonckheere Michael Kearney, Elisa Kearney, Alexander Skourlis, and Shannon Kearney Skourlis

Katey and Les Malesic with Jingles the Elf

Cate Murray with Iceburgh

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SYMPHONY SPLENDOR HOLIDAY HOME TOUR PATRON PARTY Patron Party: Monday, November16; Home Tour: Wednesday, December 18 LOCATION: Upper Saint Clair BENEFICIARY: Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra HIGHLIGHTS: Karen and George Stipetich’s abode was decorated

to the tens for Christmas, down to their Olympic-sized pool, as they graciously hosted the Patron Party for 100 guests that launched the Symphony Splendor Holiday Home Tour. Now in its fifth year, the tour is the Pittsburgh Symphony Association’s largest fundraiser for the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, and it traveled to eight stunning homes and one historic farmhouse in Upper St. Clair. This year’s tour hit all the high notes with 37 PSO musicians who volunteered to play holiday music in every home.

Chris and Donna Fultineer, with Kathy and Drew Leggier

Hosts Karen and George Stipetich

Lynn and Joe Smith

Rocky and Jan Bleier

Co-chairs Judy Woffington, Neill Stouffer, chair Cathy Trombetta

Chris Miller, with Ruth and Stan Geier

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JACK & JILL BIENNIAL PRESENTATION BALL Saturday, December 29 LOCATION: Omni William Penn Hotel, Downtown BENEFICIARY: Homewood Children’s Village HIGHLIGHTS: The Jack and Jill Presentation Ball is the signature event for the Pittsburgh Chapter.

The purpose of the event is three-fold. First, it is a major fundraising event for a local charity and for the Jack and Jill of America Foundation. Second, it recognizes high school Juniors and Seniors for their accomplishments in the classroom and in the community. Third, it allows the Chapter to showcase the organization to the Greater Pittsburgh area. This year’s selected charity was Homewood Children’s Village,” a non-profit that supports the children, families, and community of Homewood by using holistic approaches and strong partnerships to create and deliver opportunities for children to succeed throughout their lifetime.

Kennedi Wade, Ball Publicity Chair, Marsha Johnson Wade

Grand Marshalls: Sharon Epperson, Christopher John Farley, Ball Co-Chair: Dr. Holly Hatcher-Frazier & Evan Frazier, Ball Co-Chair: Dr. Gretchen Givens Generett & William Generett, Jr

2018 Presentees front row: Kennedi Wade,Jayce Sledge, Nia Frazier, and Sarah Swift, 2018 Presentees back row: Soleil Smith, Zamar Ushery, Tanner Thomas, William Generett,Thurgood Moses, and Warner Macklin

Grand Marshalls: Sharon Epperson, Christopher John Farley

The Wades, The Fraziers, The Smiths

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PBX TEN PENNY Wednesday, January 16 LOCATION: Ten Penny HIGHLIGHTS: the Pittsburgh

Business Exchange hosted its January reception at Ten Penny. Guests Kicked off 2019 by networking with successful business owners and other professionals to build new relationships for success in the new year. Cocktails and Hors D’oeuvres were provided.

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MERRY FITMAS CHARITY BOOTCAMP Monday, December 24 LOCATION: FASTER Fitness

Facility BENEFICIARY: FASTER

Friends HIGHLIGHTS: FASTER Fitness

Facility, with two loactions in the Pittsburgh area, held a chairty bootcamp on Christmas Eve. $985 was raised for their beneficiary, FASTERS Friends.

Sommer DeRose, Kam Niskach, Rebeccas Lumsden, Lauren Grabowski

Ryan Rader, Katie Rader, Jessica Bole

Megan Meyer, Jason DeRose, Chris Frye

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LEADERS FOR LITERACY Friday, October 26 LOCATION: Fairmont Pittsburgh HIGHLIGHTS: Nearly 300 guests gathered at the Fairmont Pittsburgh for Literacy Pittsburgh’s annual Leaders for Literacy Luncheon.

Student Mina Zarban talked about her journey from Iran to Pittsburgh, her struggles to communicate in English and her hopes for the future.

Several special guest speakers also celebrated the accomplishments of Don Block, who recently retired after 34 years as Executive Director.

Kelci Degnian, Allegheny County Library Association; Marilyn Jenkins, Allegheny County Library Association; and Lori Como, Literacy Pittsburgh Associate Director

Jan Bamford, Karen Barringer, Literacy Pittsburgh board member; and Jill Brethauer, Literacy Pittsburgh volunteer

Bob Herdt, Lorna Herdt, Lisa Morse, and Travis Morse

Ellen Sheppard, Judy Wood, Literacy Pittsburgh volunteer; and Najlaa Ebrahim, Literacy Pittsburgh program coordinator Covestro employees: Dina Clark, Aaron Lockhart, Curtis Terry, Irene McGee (Literacy Pittsburgh board member, retired from Covestro) Chris Hazen, and Emmanuel George

Karen Bolden, Leaders for Literacy Luncheon Chairperson; Gary Singery, Literacy Pittsburgh Board President; Carey Harris, Literacy Pittsburgh CEO; Don Block, Retired Literacy Pittsburgh Executive Director; and Kathy Sullivan, Literacy Pittsburgh Board Vice President

Danell Cooper, Literacy Pittsburgh board member; Paula Kelly, Whitehall Public Library; and Robyn Vittek, Mt. Lebanon Public Library

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2018 ATHENA AWARDS Tuesday, November 13 LOCATION: Reed Smith Centre HIGHLIGHTS: This reception was held by Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank to honor its President and CEO Lisa Scales, the 2018 ATHENA Award receipient. The Greater Pittsburgh ATHENA Award recognizes exceptional women who demonstrate excellence in their profession, contribute to their community and help other women to succeed through mentorship.

Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto and Lisa Scales, President and CEO - Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank

Karen Dreyer, the Food Bank; and Marva Brown, Food Bank Board Member - PNC Bank Craig Dunham, Dunham reGroup LLC..; Nicole Karaczun, Women’s Center and Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh; and Alex Karaczun, the Food Bank

Jane Ann Regan, Regan Management Consulting; Traci Weatherford-Brown, the Food Bank; and Ruth Wepfer, Wepfer and Associates

Suzie Lachut, Food Bank Board Member - Eat’n Park Hospitality Group (she nominated Lisa for the award); and Lisa Scales, President and CEO - Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank

Amber Book, the Food Bank; and Justin Lee, the Food Bank

Laura Stephen, KDKA; and Steve Carpenter, Food Bank Board Member - Huntington National Bank

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LEADERSHIP PITTSBURGH INC. 8TH ANNUAL CHAMPAGNE LUNCHEON Tuesday, January 8 LOCATION: Fairmont Pittsburgh HIGHLIGHTS: With support from NBCUniversal, this event brought together 400 Leadership Pittsburgh alumni and friends for a reunion and toast to the new year. Event chair, Dolly Ellenberg, and LPI Board Chair Dr. Kathy Humphrey welcomed City of Pittsburgh Mayor William Peduto, Allegheny County Executive Richard Fitzgerald, and special ‘brief-note’ speaker Dr. Marlene Behrmann.

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JUST IN THYME CATERING & EVENTS, INC. GRAND OPENING Monday, November 19

LOCATION: Just in Thyme Catering &

Events, Inc. HIGHLIGHTS: Approximately 350 people

attended, and enjoyed delicious food.

Mazzotta Winery, Stick City Brewery, and Ole Smoky Distillery were on site providing beverages. Sweet b’s Sweet Shop provided cookies for the cookie table. Outside, a large heated tent featured entertainment from Sing Sing Sing and Wine & Vinyl. Inside, the event space featured music from Rhapsody In Two and Doug Edgell. Both outside and inside tables were decorated with beautiful linens from Lendable Linens and floral arrangements by Hearts and Flowers Floral Design Studio.

Appleseed Events provided on-site event coordination, and helped to plan the event and related communications. The Pittsburgh North Regional Chamber of Commerce provided a Grand Opening certificate and ribbon cutting.

Just In Thyme Catering & Events, Inc.: John Vallese, Vice President and Culinary Director (left); and Justin Harrison, President and Sales Manager (right)

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YWCA’S RACIAL JUSTICE AWARDS Thursday, November 15 LOCATION: Wyndham

Grand Pittsburgh The RJA Awardees

Beth Heeb, Monique McIntosh, and the members of Culture Jam (winners of RJA for Education)

Barbara Morello, Winner of RJA Award for public health, service, and safety

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YWCA’s Racial Justice Awards Luncheon celebrates the individuals and groups that have made lasting contributions to eliminate racial inequity in our region.

Rev. Shanea Leonard, Winner of RJA for Faith

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THE YEAR AHEAD:

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2018 was a year for investors that reminded us of 1994 — nothing worked.

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he U.S. economy did well that year, but the combination of Fed concerns, trade and tariff headlines, and worries about the future of the global economy held down stocks, bonds, commodities, and gold. The only area of return has been the U.S. stock market, and those returns were single digits.

For 2018, the only bright spot benefited savers. With the anticipated four rate hikes by the Fed, savers saw yields move noticeably positive for the first time in nine years — good news for many Americans.

So what’s in store for the global economy and markets in 2019? For the answer, our thoughts turn to 1995.

Could markets and the economy repeat what occurred in 1995 when the Fed stopped its tightening cycle, the economy slowed, the U.S. dollar moved lower, and stocks, bonds, commodities, and gold all saw noticeable positive returns?

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Short-term European bond yields move positive for the first time in five years as the European Central Bank stops its bondbuying program and slowly starts to normalize policy rates from the zero level.

The Fed stops at 2.75% in its tightening cycle as inflation stays in the low 2% range and the U.S. economy grows in the 2.5% range before inflation.

The S&P 500 has a double-digit return in the 10-20% range from a combination of earnings growth, and the price-earnings ratio expansion returns to the 18x range for trailing earnings (from the 16x range at the end of 2018). One item to note: If the Fed goes above 3%, and we are wrong in #2 above, the S&P 500 will struggle for single-digit returns.

The U.S. bond market sees corporate spreads widen to the 10-year average (1.64% vs. the current 1.34%), but overall the 10-year Treasury yields only rise to the 3.3% range.

U.S. conglomerates continue to spinoff unrelated or nonstrategic units to unlock shareholder value. This comes

from a combination of activist investors and slowing earnings growth. Corporate bondholders will need to be on the lookout for the units that end up with the most debt.

The U.S. Dollar Index moves back towards the 90 level from a combination of the Fed tightening cycle ending and the European Central Bank and Bank of Japan tightening cycles slowly beginning.

Washington stays divisive, but U.S. companies and consumers move on.

Corporate profits grow in the 5% range (national income accounts) while U.S. consumer spending improves by 3%. Something else to note: We expect S&P 500 earnings per share to grow 9%.

China continues to be a risk to the global economy as its own economic growth slows to the 6% range and the size, scope, and solvency levels around debt continue to be debated.

U.S. capital spending picks up pace as companies struggle to find labor while looking to boost productivity and correct years of underinvestment.

ABOUT JOHN AUGUSTINE Augustine has spent nearly three decades as an investment manager, investment strategist and economic strategist for various financial institutions. He joined Huntington Bank in May 2014 as chief investment officer for the Huntington Private Bank, which has more than $18 billion in assets under management.

He appears frequently in the national media, including the Wall Street Journal, CNBC, CNN, Bloomberg, Reuters, and Fox Business News.

Labor mobility in the U.S. increases, with the Labor Participation Rate rising as jobs available are plentiful in the U.S. American workers go to the sectors, geographies and companies that welcome them. This could help the Great Lakes states with their lower cost of living and higher quality of life in many areas.

For more information visit huntington.com or call Bob Klug at 412.667.6440.

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Jacqui Phillips is well-known in Pittsburgh as the successful author of “Reset”, an anthem book for empowering everyone, especially women. Now, she is encouraging children to brush their teeth in her newest release. Phillips will be touring public schools in 2019 bringing her message of hope, confidence, and a shiny smile to children everywhere. Read on to see why we support her efforts!

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Jacqui Phillips is also the author of best selling book, “RESET”. As a Certified Life Coach, she encourages others to break the shackles in their lives so they can live their unique divine purpose. For more information, visit jaquiphillips.tv/about-me, jacquiphillips.tv/

Do you need a RESET? Who were you before the world told you who you were supposed to be? Have you been living your life for everyone else except yourself? Do you need a RESET? As we are just starting the new year, it’s the perfect time to contemplate change and evaluate how you would like to live your life this year.

Provided is an excerpt from my book which I hope inspires you to listen to your inner roar, it’s telling you something. Now it’s up to you to act and do something about it! If I can do it so can you! Let’s get motivated and RESET! “Be Present, Be Mindful, Take Action and You Will Win!” —JJ

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SIDNEY CROSBY IS NO LONGER “SID THE KID.” THE 31-YEAR-OLD HAS BEEN THE PITTSBURGH PENGUINS’ TEAM CAPTAIN FOR 12 YEARS. CROSBY HAS LONG BEEN THE LEADING FIGURE OF THE NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE, A QUINTESSENTIAL PLAYER, GROUNDED LEADER, AND INSPIRATIONAL MAN WITH A PASSION FOR THE SPORT.

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t the team’s annual Open Skate, children from Allegheny County’s public schools scramble on the stairs and squirm in their seats for a chance to see the hockey legend at his best. With no pressures to compete, Sidney Crosby soars along the blazing white ice with flair and confidence.

The kids feel it. That kind of energy raises up everyone so that soon after settling in to their assigned sections, the elementary and middle-school students become transfixed upon the gliding, sliding, and exuberance that radiates from the rink. The sheer joy of the Pittsburgh Penguin teammates to practice freely, to skate in huge figure eights that leave their marks on the frozen floor, is an eyeful of wonderment.

That rapt interest catches the attention of the thousands of Pittsburgh children, making their own nervous systems activate with enthusiasm that manifests as a huge wall of loud sound. Yelling, screaming, and laughing are the notes that bounce off of the walls of the PPG Paints Arena, making it all of the way to the ice.

“Oh, I think they were just excited about being off of school,” Crosby laughs off the sound machine. “But they are fortunate-I didn’t have an NHL hockey team in my hometown.”

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on the ice earlier, when all of those screaming voices silence just long enough to hear him say, “This is an honor, and you are lucky to be able to watch this!” With that, the crowd of adolescent bodies erupts, sending bombs of sound onto the players below, making them all break into laughter.

A Leo born in early August in the magical year of 1987 (his “87”), Crosby gives great consideration to what it takes to be a leader, who is one, and why. “I think everyone leads in their own way, especially when you’re talking about a team. You need so many different types of leaders.

You can’t have one person specifically. You need to have a group. I really believe that everybody on a team leads in their own way. Some guys are a little more energetic, they’re emotional. Emotional leaders are vocal. Other guys lead by example. Other guys are just really funny, they can keep a group loose, and that’s their way of leading.”

“I think there are a lot of different ways to lead, but I think for me, I was always the younger kid growing up.

I was always looking up to the older guys as one of the younger ones, but I think as a player you evolve, as a captain, or an assistant captain, or as a teammate, and that’s something I’m still trying to do at 31. That’s the fun part, that’s the challenge of being a professional hockey player.”

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I THINK IT’S REALLY COOL. THEY GET TO SEE A PRACTICE UP CLOSE. AS A KID GROWING UP, I DIDN’T HAVE AN NHL TEAM WHERE I LIVED, SO I CAN’T IMAGINE HOW EXCITED I WOULD HAVE BEEN TO GET OUT OF SCHOOL AND GO WATCH A PRACTICE UP CLOSE LIKE THAT. I REMEMBER SEEING PLAYERS ON TV, AND THINKING I WOULDN’T GET A CHANCE TO SEE THEM UP CLOSE. THEY’RE VERY FORTUNATE TO HAVE A TEAM HERE IN PITTSBURGH. IT’S REALLY NICE OF THE TEAM TO GIVE THEM AN OPPORTUNITY LIKE THAT. I THINK THEY ENJOYED THEMSELVES, BASED ON THE NOISE OUT THERE TODAY!

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His answer exemplifies his role as a true leader. That, and the fact that at the end of Open Skate, Crosby is the last person off the ice. The team captain retrieves hockey pucks for his young fans and stops to have photos taken, making lifelong hockey fans along the way.

Afterwards, in the quiet of Suite 66 next to the famous tunnel from which the players enter and exit, Crosby reflects on it. “Looking back on my childhood and playing the game, the friends I made, and the experiences I had, obviously my dream was to play in the NHL. But if I didn’t, I still feel like I would look back with some great memories as a lot of my friends still do.”

He continues, “It’s a great opportunity to meet people, and learn a lot about others, and yourself, and play a great game at the same time.”

The game of hockey has changed in recent years as well. Crosby has taken more than his share of brutal hits that have taken him out of the game for weeks on end.

The head blows are off-limits now, but the game still has rough plays, and players. Not one to call out any particular player, Crosby’s take on the issue asserts responsibility and accountability.

He explains, “Ten years ago it was legal to deliver a hit to the head as long as it was your shoulder that was the first point of contact, then

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that was accepted as a clean hit. Knowing what we know now, and after so many things have happened, we learned that you don’t necessarily need that hit anymore in order for it to be a legal check. It’s got to be either through the body, or shoulder-to-shoulder.

Basically just not targeting the head and so we have to adapt.

And that’s just the reality of the sport, and the reality of the world we live in.”

He continues, “I think we need to adjust and adapt, and as players that’s what we do. It would be easy to me to say ‘Oh, that’s a clean hit’, because at one point, it was a clean hit. But the reality is that it’s not anymore. It’s probably for the better, and we all have to make sure that we go with that.”

A sentimentality for home is often a huge side effect for those whose professions take them on the road for long periods of time. The little things that are taken for granted for home-based citizens can be dearly missed, and made all the more sweeter when one is on one’s own turf. That rootedness is clear in Crosby. Not just in the fact that he has been here for 14 years, but that this is where he chooses to stay, and that he has a personal life here as well. But it is his desire to maintain normal citizenship that garners such deep respect from residents here.

Crosby is a fan of the city too. His keen observations on the community’s evolvement

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reveal his steady intellect and ability for retrospection. “It’s amazing how much it has changed since I first came here. I feel like every year it just gets better and better.”

He smiles, “The people here are amazing, too.

Everywhere you go, people are so friendly, and so supportive.

I am really grateful and thankful that I ended up here. It is an amazing place.”

But in the end, it is all about hockey. Crosby is remarkably buff, noticeably stronger and more muscle-bound in his upper body. His strength is in his demeanor too. No longer shy, his confidence is quiet, kind; just a really nice regular guy. He is perfectly poised for any pivet in his professional life.

Not that any hockey fan wants it, but the question has to asked as to what his interests might be upon retiring from the sport. The answer in one word?

“Hockey.”

Crosby elaborates. “It’s interesting because you don’t think about that five years ago. But you think about it a little more when your friends start to retire and they talk about what they’re doing, and it comes up

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a little more, and you think about it a little more.”

“I love the game, and part of me goes right to the fact of how can I still be involved in hockey, and not playing? It would be hard for anything to ever match, as far as

profession, what I do and what I love right now. But I would love to be involved in the game in some capacity.

Whether it’s coaching, or some facet, we’ll see. But I definitely can’t see myself venturing too far from hockey.”

It’s a playoff superstition not to shave once the playoffs start. Sid grew a mustache for Movember, but since his scoring streak lasted into December, he didn’t shave.

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+ S E E CRO S BY I N AC TI O N! FRI, FEB. 1 • 7:00PM VS. OTTAWA SENATORS SAT, FEB. 2 • 7:00PM @ TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS TUES, FEB. 5 • 7:00PM VS. CAROLINA HURRICANES THURS, FEB. • 7 7:00PM @ FLORIDA PANTHERS SAT, FEB. 9 • 7:00PM @ TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING MONDAY, FEB. 11 • 7:00PM @ PHIL ADELPHIA FLYERS WED, FEB. 13 • 8:00PM VS. EDMONTON OILERS SAT, FEB. 16 • 1:00PM VS. CALGARY FL AMES SUN, FEB. 17 • 12:30PM VS. NEW YORK RANGERS TUES, FEB. 19 • 7:00PM @ NEW JERSEY DEVILS THURS, FEB. 21 • 7:00PM VS. SAN JOSE SHARKS SAT, FEB. 23 • 8:00PM @ PHIL ADELPHIA FLYERS TUES, FEB. 26 • 7:00PM @ COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS FRI, MAR. 1 • 7:00PM @ BUFFALO SABRES SAT, MAR. 2 • 7:00PM @ MONTREAL CANADIENS TUES, MAR. 5 • 7:00PM VS. FLORIDA PANTHERS THURS, MAR. 7 • 7:00PM VS. COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS SAT, MAR. 9 • 7:00PM @ COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS SUN, MAR. 10 • 7:30PM VS. BOSTON BRUINS TUES, MAR. 12 • 7:00PM VS. WASHINGTON CAPITALS THURS, MAR. 14 • 7:00PM @ BUFFALO SABRES SAT, MAR. 16 • 1:00PM VS. ST. LOUIS BLUES SUN, MAR. 17 • 7:30PM VS. PHIL ADELPHIA FLYERS TUES, MAR. 19 • 7:00PM @ CAROLINA HURRICANES THURS, MAR. 21 • 8:00PM @ NASHVILLE PREDATORS SATURDAY, MAR. 23 • 8:00PM @ DALL AS STARS MONDAY, MAR. 25 • 7:00PM @ NEW YORK RANGERS FRI, MAR. 29 • 7:00PM VS. NASHVILLE PREDATORS SUN, MAR. 31 • 5:00PM VS. CAROLINA HURRICANES TUES, APR. 2 • 7:30PM @ DETROIT RED WINGS THURS, APR. 4 • 7:00PM VS. DETROIT RED WINGS SAT, APR. 6 • 7:00PM VS. NEW YORK RANGERS

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T HE SUPER STAR SINGER IS COMING HOME TO PITTSBURGH ON F E BRUA RY 15 FOR A N IMPORTA NT C AUSE!

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he Evancho family is taking on the global issue of transgender equality from their own home. Jackie Evancho has worldwide acclaim as the ten-year-old little girl with the big voice who became a household name with her appearances on America’s Got Talent. Her meteoric rise to stardom and fame could have brought challenges through temptations at such a young age, but the Evancho’s strong bonds kept her safe, enabling her to take the world stage with consistent grace.

Now an adult, Jackie is touring the world with her music, but she is coming home in February to provide support to one she adores-her sister, Juliet. An quietly outspoken member of the transgender community, Jackie is bringing her distinctive voice to the issue of transgender equality.

– BY CHRISTINE MCMAHON TUMPSON TO SHOW FULL SUPPORT FOR THIS CAUSE, HERE ARE THE WORDS OF THE EVANCHO FAMILY:

On FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15TH, The Brave Heart Foundation of Pittsburgh will host “An Evening with Jackie Evancho, A Fundraising Event. The concert event will take place at the August Wilson Center and include VIP cocktail hour and a Meet & Greet with the singer after the performance.

A worldwide sensation when she was only ten years old, Jackie Evancho is moving past the exuberant fulfillment of a child prodigy vocalist, toward maturity as a singer, as a creative artist and as a young woman, with her upcoming new album and tour, The New American Songbook. The multi-platinum, international recording artist will match her extraordinary voice with one of most exciting reemerging genres in popular music today. She will WOW

you with songs from breakthrough musicals such as Hamilton, Dear Evan Hanson, Waitress, Once, The Band’s Visit, Wicked, and Spring Awakening, and hit films like The Greatest Showman and La La Land.

Proceeds from the event will benefit the Brave Heart Foundation(TBHF) of Pittsburgh a new organization that will provide safe, enriching, and affirmative housing for homeless LGBTQ+ young adults ages 18-26. TBHF will provide the emotional support and overall care needed for their clients to develop their own personal blueprints to success. We empower homeless LGBTQ+ young adults to reach their full potential (regardless of past barriers) through a variety of long-term, comprehensive support programs designed to provide resources as well as access to education, medical care, emotional support, career guidance. The mission of The Brave Heart Foundation -- To remove barriers to advancement and provide supportive environments that give young adults the confidence and tools necessary to live independent and successful lives.

The Brave Heart Foundation was founded by Lisa Evancho in 2017 after learning about the experiences of LGBTQ youth and young adults who end up homeless because of family rejection.

“That a young person’s parents could completely reject them for being LGBTQ+ is incomprehensible to me.

I decided I would be the parent they don’t have and provide the affirmative supportive that may have been missing from their lives. I have enough love and hugs to go around” - Lisa Evancho - Founder, The Brave Heart Foundation of Pittsburgh.

Tickets for the fundraising event are available on EVENTBRITE.

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INA GARTEN

Shows Us How to Cook Like A Pro! BEST-SELLING AUTHOR, TELEVISION STAR, AND HOME CHEF EXTRAORDINAIRE INA GARTEN BRINGS HER EAST HAMPTON, NY LIFEST YLE TO HEINZ HALL!

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arten is the author of ten New York Times bestsellers, making her latest, Cook Like A Pro, highly anticipated. Having taught many a home cook the secrets to one pot cooking, how to carefully fold a kitchen towel, and the benefits of a 500 degree oven, Garten’s new cook book offers more insightful tips.

With easy recipes for entertaining, techniques for preparing ahead, and serving suggestions, Cook Like A Pro brings the bright, airy Garten kitchen directly to Heinz Hall. The moment most waited for? When Garten demonstrates one of her “why didn’t I think of that?” shortcuts, hopefully in reference to a special Braised Short Ribs recipe in the book!

Check it out on Feb. 26 at 7:30 pm at Pittsburgh Symphony Heinz Hall. Ticket information at pittsburghsymphony.org.

TEXT: CHRISTINE MCMAHON TUMPSON • Photos: Mills Entertainment

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ARTIST SPOTLIGHT Meet two local artists whose roots influence the subject matter, materials, and process for their greatest works.

CURATED BY: CHRISTINE MCMAHON TUMPSON SUBMIT YOUR ART TO CHRISTINE@WHIRLMAGAZINE.COM

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Dorit Brauer, Tribal Dance,Oil on canvas, 60 x 48” (detail)

DORIT BRAUER My inspiration for the new paintings of the Unwinding Series is to serve as a positive catalyst by bringing light and playfulness to the viewer.

I consider the creation of art a sacred ritual. Before I pick up the paintbrush there is a long preparation involving meditation, sketching, journaling and reflection.

These bold and colorful oil paintings emerged over the course of eight to twelve months, allowing two to three weeks for the oil paint to dry after each new layer, while working on multiple canvases simultaneously.

The viewer is invited to trace the unwinding patterns as they create a flow that extends far beyond the canvas. The eyes, fingertips and, soon, the whole body may move with an inner rhythm that has been awakened. At this point one might feel the urge to move lightly or even dance! These paintings are an invitation to be in the moment, listen within and follow the next impulse, leading to a natural unwinding of the body and spirit.

Everything in the universe vibrates; it unwinds, flows, and spins.

This constant movement of creation is present in our physical bodies, it’s flow and change is essential. The Unwinding on the physical, mental, emotional, spiritual level is needed to maintain health and balance.

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Luca Paganico, Music is my religion, Hendrix, mixed mediums

Luca Paganico, DOVE YOU, when love comes unexpected, mixed mediums

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Luca Paganico, LOVE YOURSELF, Woman empowerment mural LAS VEGAS @Nayma SOL

LUCA PAGANICO Luca Paganico is a steel city boy with ideas on “COLORING THE WORLD” with his art. As a Sr. designer for 18-years and the founder of Paganico Designs, a commercial and residential design firm, Luca learned to appreciate design from Pittsburgh’s unique architectural elements and natural surroundings. This was a big part of created timeless design that will leave you speechless. Luca’s love for art and knack for thinking outside the box has earned him many awards including the 2011 AIA (American Institute of Architects) People’s Choice Award and has been featured on many shows such as HGTV Design Star, MTV, and other networks with his jaw dropping creations. Today Luca Is now following his dreams of creating art that we all can relate to, he is creating a variety of styles that are fun with themes such as Rock-N-Roll, Childhood Cartoons, and even Inspirational pieces using life quotes with colors that will make you smile within every piece of art. You will find many mediums that make every piece POP, using Acrylics, graffiti cans, automotive paint, and much more. You could spend hour’s looking for hidden messages and symbols such as the dove, heart, star, teardrop, and leaf that is incorporated in every piece of art, making it extremely unique and interactive. Luca’s Unorthodox style of art and story behind every piece is being recognized by galleries and collectors from Pittsburgh to Las Vegas, who also want to share his story on “coloring the world” with his art.

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MINDVBODY THIS LOCAL WELLNESS CENTRE OFFERS STATE-OF-THE-ART SERVICES THAT CAN ONLY BE FOUND IN THE TRI-STATE AREA AT THEIR ESTABLISHMENT.

BY LISA SRNKA AND FRED JEZZI • EDITED BY MATTHEW HACKE PHOTOGRAPHS FROM REVITALIZE - A SEWICKLEY WELLNESS CENTRE

REVITALIZE - A SEWICKLEY WELLNESS CENTRE Open 7 days a week, Revitalize - A Sewickley Wellness Centre, is a one of a kind facility offering LED Light Stimulation, Flotation and Himalayan Salt Therapy.

In an ever increasingly hectic, stressful world, Revitalize offers individuals an oasis of calm to allow the body to heal naturally while relaxing the mind. This mind and body approach to wellness is the first of its kind in the Tri-State Area.

This unique facility was conceptualized, designed, and opened by Lisa Srnka, a Nurse Practitioner, practicing Functional Medicine and her life partner Fred Jezzi, who after years in Corporate America found calm and meditation as a way to relieve stress.

The Centre, located in the heart of Sewickley Village, offers three proven natural modalities that simply require an individual to lie back and allow the body to experience temporary physical relief while calming the mind.

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THE THREE LIFE-CHANGING OFFERINGS: 1. LED LIGHT STIMULATION BED & ANTI-AGING FACE PANEL REVITALIZATION In the wake of the opioid misuse epidemic, LED Light Stimulation, or photobiomodulation therapy has been FDA cleared to temporarily increase blood circulation and reduce inflammation naturally and without side effects to relieve chronic pain and speed healing.

Using LED Light Simulation Beds, this therapy can also increase the body’s ability to replace ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate) and Nitric Oxide, which improves post-exercise recovery and muscle regeneration and has been shown to enhance athletic performance. Lisa adds, “We have clients that are athletes, individuals recovering from cancer or others who are in chronic pain.

They all use the bed for their own specific need.

The Anti-Aging Face Panel is great for reducing fine lines and wrinkles or to help the healing process associated with cosmetic surgery. As Fred is fond of saying, “It is The Mother of All Beds”.

“And, as with all our services, all that is required is to lie down and relax, take a nap, or meditate, which is helpful for the mind.”

2. FLOTATION SUITE Housing the largest flotation device around, the oversized 7’ x 6’ x 7’ Flotation Suite is a 1-hour session of GLOURIOUS. With 150 gallons of water maintained at a constant temperature of 93.5 degrees (the temperature of your skin) and 1800 pounds of Epsom Salt it allows the body to experience anti-gravity while floating effortlessly. The suite is equipped with light, music and an internal intercom which can all be controlled by the user. Fred explains, “We wanted to provide everyone with an opportunity to experience floating, so we went out and got the largest unit available.”

If you are new to floating and want to ease your way in, their suite is roomy and

comfortable, cutting back on the claustrophobic effect of float pods. Old school meditation folks can cut the lights and music and go total dark providing one of the most accommodating environments for meditation. The physical effect is an hour of total recovery for joints and muscles as well as relief from headaches, migraines and concussions.

Recent studies show it also can help with Autism and/or ADHD”.

And the suite is large enough to accommodate two adults for that special “couples float.”

3. HIMALAYAN SALT THERAPY The Himalayan Salt Therapy is provided in a 15’ x 15’ x 8’, 6 seat room with over 1400 genuine Himalayan salt bricks on the walls and over 2-ton of ground Himalayan salt on the floor.

Fashioned to resemble a salt mine, the room is powered by a Global Halotherapy Solutions HALOFX halogenerator which fills the room with dry salt aerosol, an odorless, colorless dust application. “The respiratory and dermatological benefits of salt is centuries old” says Lisa.

“Eastern culture has been using this therapy for centuries to provide temporary relief from sinus issues, allergies, sore throats, lung disorders such as COPD and Asthma as well as skin conditions like Eczema, Psoriasis, or Seborrhea”. “Fred has suffered from COPD and Eczema for years and uses the room every morning to meditate, the proverbial one two punch,” Lisa continues.

“We are the only local facility to offer these three unique services and the only local facility to offer LED Light Stimulation Therapy,” —Fred Jezzi, co-owner of Revitalize

Ultimately, the duo did extensive research to ensure their clients are provided a welcoming, calm, and safe environment to recover.

“We really looked at every aspect of the business - from the ceilings to the floors and all points in between - and think we pretty much nailed it. You really must experience it to get the full effect and we’re sure you won’t be disappointed,” Fred exclaims.

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CONSTRUCTING YOUR FUTURE Whether it’s commercial or financial institutions, or custom home design, PWCampbell is ready to make your real estate projects a reality.

PWCampbell is a 4th generation family owned company that was founded in 1910 as a general contracting company. As PWCampbell continues to grow, their focus expands from solely the financial services industry to include commercial and residential new construction. Over their history, they have constructed and renovated thousands of financial institution buildings and transformed millions of square feet of retail space. Today, PWCampbell also offers a wide range of residential and commercial services from Construction Management, General Contracting, Architectural Facilitation, and Coordination.

PWCampbell, 109 Zeta Drive, O’Hara Twp. • pwcampbell.com • 412.963.0100

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Why Choose PWCampbell?

• P WCampbell’s proven process that has brought so much success to banks and credit unions throughout the mid-Atlantic region is now benefitting the commercial and residential industries.

• P WCampbell is recognized as a premier builder in the area with notable projects in a variety of industries, such as food, automotive, healthcare, and residential.

• T wo brothers founded the company in 1910, and four generations later, the same family continues to run the company – with the youngest generation equipped and ready to continue the legacy.

It’s an amazing opportunity to be a part of PWCampbell’s growth and success as we help to transform Pittsburgh’s neighborhoods, build one-ofa-kind custom homes, and contribute to the commercial landscape of the tri-state area.

Our proven process and the team of experts that are like none other in the area, account for the company’s success and leads to satisfied customers.

— Dante Fusaro, Director of Residential & Commercial Preconstruction.

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In the spring or summer, invite guests to dine out in the courtyard.

NEW YEAR,

NEW HOMES

Start the new year off by calling one of these beautiful properties home.

The formal dining room includes more spectacular details, like crown-molding and an additional stone fireplace The spacious kitchen is perfect for entertaining and preparing meals with family and friends.

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Look out over the vast property from the gorgeous stone patio, which includes a tree farm and caretaker’s residence.

COUNTRY CHARM 162 Rock Ridge Farm Lane., Ligonier —$2,450,000

For more information, contact Annette Ganassi of Howard Hanna Real Estate Services at 412.551.7300. howardhanna.com

Located on an astounding 120-acres, this five-bedroom, four-full and three-half-bathroom property is a nature lover’s dream.

From the wooden beam ceiling, to the plethora of windows, the living room is full of stylish character, including the stone fireplace.

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STUNNING BRICK BEAUTY 1130 Saint Mellion Drive., Presto —$775,000

The familyroom offers a lovely view of the 13th green at Nevillewood.

For more information, contact Cindy Sunseri of Howard Hanna Real Estate Services at 412.551.0083. howardhanna.com

This five-bedroom, four-full and two-halfbathroom home is located on the famed Jack Nicklaus golf course community, Nevillewood.

High-ceilings and detailed tile floors greet you in the entry.

The covered patio is the perfect place to sit outside come the warmer months.

The Club at Nevillewood sits right in your backyard.

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BRICK PROVINCIAL STYLE PROPERTY 104 Meadowvue Court., Peters Twp. —$775,000

For more information, contact Lynn Banbury of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Preferred Realty at 412.833.7700.

ThePreferredRealty.com.

The family room’s neutral tones enhance the elegance of the stone fireplace and tray ceiling.

This five-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bathroom home is located on a beautifully manicured cul-de-sac lot.

The bleached-maple kitchen comes with double ovens, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and pantry.

The formal living room features a grand fireplace and window views.

Sit out and relax on the artistically created covered, flagstone patio.

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COUNTRY CLUB ESTATE The two-story marble entryway, with a curved staircase leading to the upper and lower levels of the home, greets you as you walk through the front door.

8070 Sherwood Drive., Presto — $1,130,000

For more information, contact Lisa Mclaughlin of Piatt Sotheby’s International Realty at 412.491.2938. piattsothebysrealty.com

The home also includes a game room, exercise room, bar, and so much more!

The open family room showcases 18-foot ceilings, and walls of windows.

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This four-bedroom, five-and-a-half-bathroom estate is located on a cul-de-sac road. It also sits on over two acres of land on the 4th Fairway of the prestigious Club at Nevillewood.

The stunning sunroom features walls of windows, beautiful hardwood and brick details, and serene views.

The sleek and spacious kitchen includes custom cherry cabinetry, granite countertops, bi-level giant island, and dining area.

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SPECTACULAR VIEW 1 Trimont Lane., Residence 940C. Mt. Washington — $1,300,000

For more information, contact Marie Pace of Howard Hanna Real Estate Services at 412.983.7223. howardhanna.com

This three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom condo sits above the Pittsburgh skyline. The unit also comes with three garage parking spaces and two-outdoor spaces deeded to this specific unit.

Watch Steelers or Pirates games from your window, or this stunning media area!

The long, granite countertop kitchen island allows even more room for your guests to enjoy their meal or drink!

The open living room and dining area provide the perfect entertainment space.

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With occupancy planned for summer 2019, The Residences at 43rd Street are three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom townhomes located in the heart of Lawrenceville.

MODERN MARVEL *Images are renderings of properties to be built

The Residences at 43rd Street 172 43rd St., Lawrenceville — $648,999

For more information, contact Racheallee Lacek of Piatt Sotheby’s International Realty at 412.471.4900. piattsothebysrealty.com

This urban paradise features master suites with private, inset balconies!

Amenities and Features Include:

The Residences at 43rd Street offer flexible floorplans, upgrades, and stunning, modern finishes.

RENDERINGS FROM PIATT SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY

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+ 2-Car Garage or Attached Garage + 2,400-square-feet of living space over three levels +Cardello Lighting + Granite Countertops

+ Hardwood Flooring + Immense Rooftop with Spectacular City Views + JennAir Appliances + Kitchen Island + Options for Kitchenette, Fire Pit, and more!

+ Option of Tile or Quartz Surfaces + Plumbing Package

by Kohler + Walk-in Closets + Privacy Fencing + Wet Bar + Courtyard

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A CUSTOM LUXURY MANOR 1040 Chanticleer Road, Moon Twp. — $1,350,000

Enjoy evenings around the firepit with family and friends.

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For more information, contact Michael Reed and John Shutey III of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Preferred Realty at 412.262.4630.

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Located on over 16 acres, this six-bedroom, five-and-a-halfbathroom home is the definition of sophisticated style.

The expansive kitchen comes equipped with custom cabinets, granite countertops, Jenn-Air stainless steel appliances, massive center-island, and walkout access to the paver patio.

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You’ll never want to work anywhere else but home with this exquisite, executive office space.

The foyer’s intricate details and fixtures greet you at the front door.

The lower level game room includes a beautiful bar and entertainment area.

Work on your golf game with your own, prive driving range.

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Located on the 17th floor of the premier First Side residences, this stunning unit offers unparalleled views of the city’s rivers and bridges. The building itself offers 24-hour concierge service, as well as an indoor garage with one reserved deeded parking spot, and a storage unit.

A DREAM DOWNTOWN CONDO 151 Ft. Pitt Blvd., Residence 1701. Downtown —$1,250,000 For more information, contact Mark Jennings of Piatt Sotheby’s International Realty at 412.471.4900. piattsothebysrealty.com The gourmet kitchen includes granite countertops, custom crafted cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a wine fridge!

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The unit is spread out across 2,200-square-feet, and features two-bedrooms and two-full-bathrooms.

The luxurious bathrooms will make you feel like you’re at spa!

Walls of windows throughout the unit heighten the beautiful details of the rooms, while allowing an abundance of natural light.

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QUALITY CRAFTSMANSHIP 5347 Cline Hollow Road, Murrysville —$722,500

For more information, contact Linda Taylor of Howard Hanna Real Estate Services at 412.377.8114. howardhanna.com

This stunning five-bedroom, four-and-a-halfbathroom property sits on well over 6 acres in the heart of Murrysville.

The three car attached garage is flanked by the beautiful acreage plus a 24x24 custom detached garage.

The first floor master suite isn’t complete without its cathedral ceilings, wood floors, and glass sliders leading to the deck overlooking the pond and beautiful grounds!

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The warm and inviting sunroom/family room offers beautiful views of the garden and patio.

Pamper yourself in luxurious master bathroom!

The fenced-in backyard features a firepit, omni stone walkways, decks, and more!

The entryway showcases incredible marble and wood detail.

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CURATED CONTEMPORARY LIVING 301 5th Ave., Residence 503.

Downtown — $1,395,000

For more information, contact Mark Jennings of Piatt Sotheby’s International Realty at 412.471.4900. piattsothebysrealty.com

This four-bedroom, three-full-bathroom condominium unit features an exquisite open floor plan in the state of the art Piatt Place building in the center of downtown. The unit comes with two dedicated, transferable parking spaces.

The bedrooms feature plenty of storage space and city views.

A spacious living room and dining area adjoin the kitchen, making it the perfect space to entertain!

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The gourmet kitchen is equipped with custom cabinetry, an eat-in island with built-in sink, and Sub Zero appliances.

The bathrooms offer beautiful fixtures and details.

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ELEGANT HOME IN NORTH PARK MANOR 102 Lyndhurst Circle, Wexford — $939,900

For more information, contact Betsy Wotherspoon of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Preferred Realty at 412.367.8000x270 102LyndhurstCircle.com

This exceptional, five-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bathroom home, is situated on nearly 1.5 acres.

The grand, two-story foyer showcases the residence’s beauty and charm as soon as you walk through the door.

The family room features dramatic ceiling and window details, as well as a stacked, stone-accented fireplace.

The formal dining room includes exquisite crownmolding details and Brazilian cherry hardwood floors.

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The private backyard includes a picturesque gazebo!

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The stunning lobby area greets you as you walk through the high-tech digital entrance of your new home.

WOODED OASIS 105 Quail Hill Lane., Fox Chapel —$850,000

For more information, contact Trudy Ward or Meredith Ward of Howard Hanna Real Estate Services at 412.559.7905. howardhanna.com

This four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom residence is located on over a tranquil, 4 acres of land.

Relax or entertain in the spacious living room.

More of the home’s exquisite woodwork is shown in the living room.

The dining room offers a beautiful view of the property, as well as a wonderful, brick fireplace.

The updated kitchen features new granite countertops and stainless steel appliances.

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SEWICKLEY HEIGHTS•319 Scaife Road•$2,150,000•Kathe Barge•412-741-2200 or 412-779-6060

An exceptional opportunity, this professionally designed and remodeled carriage house blends original elements with modern amenities to create a unique and captivating home. Natural light pours in through large windows, and glass doors open to walled patios and gardens.

PINE TOWNSHIP •502 Ridge Court •$1,800,000•Dina Spagnolo•724-772-8822 or 412-855-2161

Spectacular new construction by Barrington Homes, this modern farmhouse design offers a cathedral kitchen with a 48-inch professional range, two islands, two apron sinks, and a walkin Narnia pantry. The generous owners suite features a fireplace and a private deck.

FOX CHAPEL AREA • 105 Canvasback Road• $750,000 Charlotte Gibbons• 412-963-6300 or 412-491-9020

This stunning home in Hartwood Estates offers an expansive, level yard, a gourmet kitchen, a lavish master suite, and amenities galore.

LIGONIER•162 Rock Ridge Farm Lane•$2,450,000•Annette Ganassi•724-238-9099 or 412-551-7300

Enjoy secluded country charm on 120 acres just outside Ligonier! Architecturally designed, the farmhouse offers pegged oak flooring throughout, three wood-burning stone fireplaces, beamed ceilings, two master suites, a mahogany and granite kitchen, and much more.

SHADYSIDE •5915 Braeburn Place•$1,982,000•Lisa Solomon•412-361-4000 or 412-849-9983

Situated on a prestigious cul-de-sac, this stately Tudor provides the perfect blend of sophisticated living and modern amenities with fine craftsmanship and original details throughout. Leathered granite counters accompany state-of-the-art appliances in the well-appointed kitchen.

EAST WASHINGTON BOROUGH • 168 Lemoyne Ave• $880,000 Dorothy Walsko• 724-228-9700 or 412-913-1155 Roz Neiman• 412-361-4000 or 412-889-5488

Perfection! Sited on 1.75 acres with an in-ground pool and a carriage house, this home offers stunning details and a chef-inspired kitchen.

CECIL TOWNSHIP • 1456 Network Drive • $975,000 Lu Ryan• 412-276-5000 or 412-708-2300

Enjoy “bespoke” living with an astonishing array of amenities! A deck spanning the house overlooks the salt water pool with swim-up bar.

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WHIRL WEDDINGS Local couples share their love stories with us.

BY MATTHEW HACKE

PHOTOGRAPHS FROM JOE BUISSINK

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KAYLEN DAVIDSON AND

NICK GODIN Married July 29, 2017

Kaylen and Nick met and live in Los Angeles, but chose to get married in Kaylen’s hometown of Pittsburgh so that more of their family could attend.

“It was really important for us to have as much family attend our special day as possible, so Pittsburgh was an easy choice,” Kaylen exclaims.

“As soon as I tried on my Monique Lhuillier gown, I knew it was the dress. I felt like a bride, and the 3D floral appliqués just happened to match the garden rose theme of our ceremony,” says Kaylen.

“We love animals and are big supporters of animal rescue, so it only felt right that we had custom props of our two cats, Lucy and Romeo, done for our photobooth,” says Kaylen.

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A mix of garden roses, lush white blooms, and greenery gave the couple’s ceremony an enchanted garden feel at Hartwood Acres Mansion.

“ After planning for a year while living across the country, experiencing and sharing our special day with family and friends was surreal.

Every detail of our wedding day was a dream come true and perfect.” — Kaylen Kaylen and Nick danced their first dance to “You Are The Best Thing” by Ray LaMontange.

A classic cake adorned with roses for the bride and groom to cut was showcased under the grand chandelier.

Accommodations: Kimpton Hotel Monaco Pittsburgh / Bride’s Gowns: Monique Lhuillier and Vera Wang / Cake: Frosted Envy / Ceremony: Hartwood Acres Mansion / Decorations & Linens: Mosaic / DJ: Modern Era Weddings / Favors: The Gentle Barn Animal Sponsorship / Florist: Mocha Rose Floral and Event Design / Jewelry: Chapel Hill Jewelers / Hair: Lo Hendricks / Lighting: Gray Phoenix / Makeup: Heart of Makeup / Photographer: Joe Buissink / Planner: {SHE} Shayla Hawkins Events / Reception: Fox Chapel Golf Club / Rehearsal Dinner: Edgewood Country Club / Rentals: All Occasions Party Rental / Stationery: Simply State / Tuxedo(s): Saint Laurent / Videographer: byDesign Films WH I R LM A G A Z I N E . COM / WH IRL

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HALEY DURKACZ AND

ADAM MADAR Married August 5, 2017

The couple outside in front of the iconic, red doors at Heinz Memorial Chapel.

The lovebirds at the Carnegie Library pillars.

“We wanted a very elegant and beautiful design and Loree Mayer Design captured exactly what we were looking for,” exclaims Haley.

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The wedding party on the Carnegie Museum stairs.

The cake, made by Culinaire, included cascading fresh flowers from Gidas Flowers.

“We wanted the room to be simple and not take away the beauty of the Carnegie Museum Hall’s architecture, so we added an abundance of candles to make it feel more romantic.” —Haley The bride gets ready for the big day at the Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel.

Accommodations: Wyndham Pittsburgh University Center / Bride’s Gown & Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Sorelle Bridal Salon / Cake & Caterer: Culinaire / Ceremony: Heinz Memorial Chapel / DJ: DJ Crush, Tony Griffith / Favors: Champagne Bottles / Florist: Gidas Flowers / Jewelry: Clarissa Boutique / Hair: Sarah McCarrison / Lighting: Benack Sound Productions / Makeup: Valarie Panei / Photographer & Videographer: Creative Wedding Agency / Reception: Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh / Rehearsal Dinner: The Yard, Shadyside / Rentals: Vintage Alley Rentals / Stationery: Loree Mayer Design / Tuxedo(s): Men’s Wearhouse WH I R LM A G A Z I N E . COM / WH IRL

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ASHLEY KOZIER AND

MICHAEL CUCCARO Married August 20, 2016

The ceremony was held at the church the couple attends every Sunday, Holy Trinity Church in Robinson.

Ashley and Mike met their junior year of high school, and have rarely left each other’s side since!

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Over 2000 cookies in the “cookie room” were all created by family and friends of the bride and groom.

The cake, made by Bethel Bakery, was a traditional almond cake with raspberry cream filling, as well as red velvet with buttercream icing.

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you’re together for as long as we were, prior to getting married, you just want your wedding to be a fun and memorable time, and that’s exactly what we did. Our DJ was great, there was always people on the dance floor, and the party continued way into the night after the reception! ” — Ashley The bridal party poses at the West End Overlook.

Accommodations, Caterer, & Reception: Pittsburgh Airport Marriott / Bride’s Gown & Bridesmaids’ Dresses: David’s Bridal / Cake: Bethel Bakery / Ceremony: Holy Trinity Church, Robinson / DJ & Lighting: Party Time Productions / Favors: Koozies / Florist: Steubenville Florist / Jewelry: David Yurman / Hair & Makeup: Nicole Linsey / Photographer & Videographer: Ashley Mitchell / Planner: Jeannie Dankowski / Rehearsal Dinner: Cadillac Ranch / Stationery: Wedding Paper Divas / Tuxedo(s): Men’s Wearhouse WH I R LM A G A Z I N E . COM / WH IRL

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LUCY ZHANG AND

SEAN MULRANEY Married September 9, 2017

“Sean and I met through my roommate at the time,” says Lucy. “She was dating her now husband, who went to high school with Sean. Needless to say, we went on plenty of double dates!”

“Our photographer, Caitlin Thomas, captured us with this gorgeous sunset behind us, which is one of my favorite photos from our wedding,” says Lucy.

The couple’s florist, Mocha Rose Floral and Event Design, brought their vision to life with the most beautiful centerpieces.

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The couple’s ceremony at St. Mary of the Mount was the perfect place to celebrate their love. “Sean’s grandparents belonged there, and our love story began while I was living on Mt. Washington,” Lucy exclaims.

“Sean and I celebrated our special day with our bridal party, family, and friends.

We feel so lucky and blessed to have such wonderful people in our lives and couldn’t imagine starting our life together any other way!” —Lucy

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PICTURE PERFECT IN PINK!

Our favorite Valentine’s Day Gift for 2019!

Be pretty in pink from any angle, and then print the photo for the ones you love with this ultra-small, super-cool, reasonably-priced keepsake camera from Fujifilm! Falling in love with it is easy, as you will see from it’s description. The size alone makes it the perfect companion for discreet picturetaking, and the color gives it a bit of zest to make that moment of photo-capturing even more exciting!

The Instax 9m Mini Instant camera is one that will outlive a one-day use, and take the lucky photographer into the full year in style! Because images can be printed instantly, it is a perfect way to celebrate any special occasion with keepsake gifts for partygoers. It is also a terrific way to celebrate children’s events with scrapbooking and crafts.

Want one more idea for those great images taken with this perfect Valentine’s Day gift?

Take photos of your 2019 events and send them to events@whirlmagazine.com, and let us celebrate with you!

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