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Dollar Bank | The Way Home Homebuying Workshop | Saturday, April 5, 2025 at Sheraton Station Square
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Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Employment Opportunity | Marketing & Outreach Ambassador (Internal)
Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking a Marketing & Outreach Ambassador to support the Marketing and Community Outreach Department in developing relationships within the organization that can be used to promote PRT’s goals and initiatives.
Essential Functions:
- Coordinates with Employee Resource Groups (ERG) to internally promote events and campaigns. Tasks include communicating the group’s requests to creative services for the development/production of promotional materials, assisting with the purchase of branded promotional materials, and distributing information on behalf of the ERGs as required.
- Assists other PRT departments in in purchasing promotional materials for distribution at events. Tasks include submitting timely requests, researching options and securing/documenting vendor quotes for purchase of all branded items.
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Contemporary art sensation Kara Walker comes to Pittsburgh this March!
“The silhouette says a lot with very little information, but that’s also what the stereotype does.” — Kara Walker
Kara Walker: Harper’s Pictorial History of the Civil War (Annotated)
Opens March 1
Frick Art Museum
One of the youngest MacArthur Genius winners ever, Kara Walker is renowned for her compelling large-scale works and provocative silhouettes.
In this striking exhibition of work, Kara Walker overlays silkscreen figures in solid black silhouette over enlarged illustrations from Harper’s Pictorial History of the Civil War published in 1866. Shown with Kara Walker’s series is a group of original Harper’s Weekly engravings by 19th-century American realist Winslow Homer (1846-1910), offering opportunities to consider similarities and distinctions between past and present.
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Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Employment Opportunity | Marketing & Outreach Ambassador (External)
Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking a Marketing & Outreach Ambassador (External) to support the Marketing and Community Outreach Department in developing relationships in the community that can be used to promote PRTs goals and initiatives.
Essential Functions:
- Assists in developing outreach strategies and event planning for large community events. Tasks include researching new events, organizing logistics with event organizers, determining the most appropriate materials to distribute at each event based on the audience, type of event, etc., and providing marketing/social media support before, during and after events.
- Collaborates with area stakeholders to develop joint marketing/outreach opportunities by participating in community meetings and events throughout Allegheny County to deliver PRT’s marketing and brand messages. Responsibilities include evaluating the effectiveness of each event and providing a detailed recap to be used in determining participation in future events.
- Assists in scheduling and maintaining the annual marketing events calendar for the purpose of internal and external promotion
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Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Employment Opportunity | Assistant Manager of Way
Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking an Assistant Manager of Way to plan, schedule, and supervise Port Authority of Allegheny County d/b/a Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Way department work and provide technical assistance to support repair and maintenance of PRT’s Right of Ways including, track, bridges, parking lots, tunnels, and busways and other PRT properties. Provides direction and oversight to the activities of the maintenance supervisors and their crews. Develops and implements new maintenance procedures and oversees the scheduling and implementation of corrective and preventative maintenance tasks for the department. Oversees the maintenance of PRT’s landscaping, including grass cutting and weed spraying activities.
Essential Functions:
- Responsible for maintenance of PRT’s busways, tracks, retaining walls, bridges, parking lots, and driveways including signage. Maintains PRT’s landscaping, including grass cutting and weed spraying activities. Oversees the Way department in the absence of the Manager of Way.
- Maintains all operational structures at a high status of readiness and supplies immediate repair support under any emergency conditions.
- Manages the activities of the maintenance supervisors, Way maintenance supervisors and related crews.
- Develops and implements new maintenance procedures, oversees the assignment, scheduling, and implementation of corrective and preventive maintenance tasks for Way Department.
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2025 WPA Juneteenth & Black Music Celebration
IT’S THE BIGGEST [FREE OUTDOOR]
JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION IN THE COUNTRY
Get ready for the 2025 WPA JUNETEENTH & BLACK MUSIC CELEBRATION on JUNE 19 – 22 at MELLON SPRAY PARK, Pittsburgh PA 15206 (20mins from Downtown Pittsburgh)
The music lineup is almost complete: THURS June 19th: Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra | RnB Group 702 | MORRIS DAY & The Time
FRI June 20th: Sunshine Anderson | JON B | DRU HILL
SAT JUNE 21st: The BlackByrds | HI-FIVE | DONELL JONES
SUN JUNE 22nd: TBT
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
Lawn Chairs are highly recommended (NO TENTS ALLOWED) |
NO DRUGS OR ALCOHOL
- Shop inside our Small Business Vendor Zones on Penn ave
- Juneteenth Freedom Speakers on Saturday June 21st at the Kelly Strayhorn Theater
- Jubilee Parade in Downtown Pittsburgh June 21st (11am)
BOAT-PARTY June 19th, 10:30pm-1am, Getaway Clipper Fleet.
Order a Ticket here
FOR MORE INFO: StoptheViolencePgh@yahoo.com | WPAJuneteenth.com
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Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Employment Opportunity | Drug & Alcohol Compliance Coordinator
Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking a Drug & Alcohol Compliance Coordinator to support Port Authority of Allegheny County d/b/a Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT)’s Drug Alcohol Program Manager with implementing the federally mandated Drug & Alcohol Compliance Program. This employee will serve as the company’s back-up to the Designated Employer Representative (DER).
Essential Functions:
- Supports the activities of FTA & FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Compliance Program which includes but is not limited to:
- Participate in the development and administration of drug and alcohol testing agreements.
- Reports all results, including refusals to test, to supervisors.
Conduct drug and alcohol awareness training for all employees and Supervisor Drug and Alcohol Training. - Responsible for comprehensive knowledge of regulations, such as 49 CFR parts 40, 655, and 382 DOT CFT part 40. Maintains awareness of federal regulations and guidelines related to drug and alcohol testing. Revises PRT’s Drug and Alcohol policy and procedures to comply with all regulatory changes/revisions. Assures that current and legal information pertaining to drug and alcohol is disseminated to responsible parties.
- Scheduling Random and Follow-up Testing.
- Completing DOT Drug and Alcohol verifications.
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Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Employment Opportunity | Marketing Associate
Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking a Marketing Associate to provide support to management with marketing pass sales, projects, and events for Port Authority of Allegheny County d/b/a Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT). Supports the development and coordination of internal and external special events. Represents PRT at community events and department meetings, as needed. Assists in the planning/development of internal and external marketing/awareness campaigns and promotions. Coordinates distribution of materials and supports other efforts for marketing programs. Coordinates purchase of company-branded apparel and other promotional products. Supports PRT’s community sponsorships and donations program.
Essential Functions:
- Administer program-related tasks for marketing initiatives including PRTs On the Move and Job Perks programs. Responsibilities include responding to inquiries and providing information to help secure participation.
- Assists in updating and scheduling social media content as well as creation of media for marketing messaging on both social media and through PRT information channels. This includes brainstorming ideas for social media campaigns and the PRT blog as well as writing content for both internal and external publication. Examples of promotion include new fare media, rider rewards highlights, employee recognition, and promotion of marketing events and programs.
- Participates in various committees including PRTs Sponsorship Committee. Tasks could include preparing for the committee’s monthly meetings, securing sponsor details, contacting approved sponsorships and submit program ads, logos, and event attendee names as needed. Also maintains the annual approved sponsorship list and assists in scheduling PRT staff to attend sponsorship events.
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Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Employment Opportunity | Senior Budget and Project Controls Analyst
Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking a Senior Budget and Project Controls Analyst to be responsible for managing and implementing the Engineering Department’s capital and operating budget development and project controls activities. Oversees preparation, analysis and monitoring of capital and operating budgets and programs. Leads the process relative to developing annual operating budget and monthly monitoring/ variance reporting. Develop and perform complex management analyses. Compile monthly financial records and spending data, prepare spending forecast models and establish/ maintain business processes to enhance project control efficiencies. Mentors the Budget/ Project Controls Analyst and provides training on new or unfamiliar departmental budget and/ or project controls processes.
Essential Functions:
- Leads the effort to compile monthly financial records and spending data into the Engineering Department’s Capital Project Cashflow Forecast and Spending Dashboard. Prepares and periodically updates spending forecast models and establish/ maintain business processes to enhance project control efficiency. Provides responsible preparation, analysis, reporting and monitoring support; makes recommendations and assists in policy and procedure implementation.
- Serves as the Engineering Department’s lead in efforts to establish and maintain business processes for electronic invoice and work order routing. Leads the review and processing of invoices including consultant support services, construction contracts, to ensure costs are accurately reported and properly distributed to assigned funding agreements. Performs analysis and control functions in support of various capital projects. Updates and maintains project schedules, milestones, budgetary information, and project files.
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Kelso Lecture and MUI Conference 2025 | March 13-14, 2025
Join us for a transformative gathering aimed at addressing the profound impacts of trauma and violence in our communities and fostering pathways to hope and resilience. This conference will bring together community leaders, mental health professionals, pastoral care leaders, grassroots activists, and local and national scholars who are passionate about creating positive change in neighborhoods. Our conversation kicks off Thursday with the Kelso Lecture delivered by Dr. Keri Day and follows on Friday with workshops, panel discussions, and interactive networking sessions. Participants will leave with practical tools and actionable strategies that build on innovative approaches to trauma-informed care and healing centered engagement.
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Orchid and Tropical Bonsai Show: A Moment of Beauty | Jan. 11 – March 9 at PHIPPS!
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Are you looking for a career in special education? The Watson Institute is Hiring!
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Allegheny County Department of Equity and Inclusion | Interested in being certified as a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)?
For more information, visit:
alleghenycounty.us/equity-inclusion
Or contact us: DEI@alleghenycounty.us
412-350-4309
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2025 Juneteenth Freedom Parade
Calling All Freedom and Justice Seekers
If there ever was a time to stand up for Freedom, Justice and Liberty – that time is NOW
Join us on SATURDAY JUNE 21ST in Downtown Pittsburgh (11am-1pm) for the Grand Jubilee – Juneteenth Parade.
https://facebook.com/events/s/2025-juneteenth-freedom-parade/946074787592105/
To register YOUR GROUP to march in the Parade email for an application:
StoptheViolencePgh@yahoo.com
Tell all your friends and family members to line the streets of Pittsburgh and to celebrate our Freedom and Independence Day.
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Mr. Symphonic Shaggy with the PSO | WED FEB 26
See Jamaican icon Shaggy perform his biggest hits and present a history of Reggae music with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra.
From the beginnings of mento, ska, Rock Steady and Reggae to modern Dance Hall, the multi-GRAMMY award winning Shaggy presents a survey of Jamaican popular music including his own culture-changing contributions to the tradition featuring “It Wasn’t Me,” “Angel,” “Mr. Boombastic” and more performing with his band and the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra.
With arrangements by David Serkin Ludwig.
Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Employment Opportunity | Courier ( $4,769.74 monthly salary)
Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking a Courier to sort and deliver incoming Port Authority of Allegheny County d/b/a/ Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) mail including, miscellaneous office supplies to appropriate locations/departments; to prepare outgoing mail for delivery, and to maintain related account balances and necessary supply levels for the smooth daily operation of the mailroom.
Essential Functions:
- Collects, sorts, prepares, and distributes mail and parcels, including delivery of certified mail to employees and ensure that appropriate signature is received.
- Drives mail vehicle to designated location mail stops to deliver and collect mail, miscellaneous supplies, and parcels.
- Sorts and verifies PRT merchandise orders; and delivers to recipient employees at respective departments and locations.
- Downloads money electronically to the postage machine. Maintains log of postage use.
- Delivers paychecks to all garage locations.
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Lift Every Voice | SAT MAR 15
Join Ray Angry, keyboardist of The Roots, Lift Every Voice Unity Choir led by Nikki Porter, and the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra for this annual concert paying tribute to the spirit, joy, and richness of Black music in America. The concert also features PSO’s Paul J. Ross Fellow Joshua Carr on trumpet, and PSO Associate Conductor Moon Doh.
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KINGS OF SOUL | JUN 20-22
Honoring the true Kings of classic soul with greatest hits from legendary artists Marvin Gaye, Jackie Wilson, James Brown, Otis Redding, The Temptations, Al Green, Barry White, Smokey Robinson, and Curtis Mayfield and their legendary hits from “Soul Man,” “Shop Around” “Stand By Me” and more.
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UJAMAA Collective | Shop Local Global Cooperative Black Africana Artisan
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2025 Pittsburgh Juneteenth Homecoming Celebration
2025 Pittsburgh Juneteenth Homecoming Celebration
AND IT’S ALL FREE – w/Two Locations.
Join Us on June 19-22 inside Market Square for the OLDSCHOOL SHOWCASE
Pittsburgh is the #1 Juneteenth in the Country featuring Live Entertainment | Jubilee Parade | Youth & Sporting Events | Speakers | Vendors | Cultural Activities | All White Boat Rides | and more.
MAIN STAGE SHOWCASE
Book your Hotel Room in DOWNTOWN Pittsburgh PA and enjoy the activities:
Lawn Chair is highly suggested.
Tell a friend, out-of-state family member, and bring your friends!
More Info or VENDOR Opportunities:
StoptheViolencePgh@yahoo.com | https://www.facebook.com/share/1A3PSES9Ha/
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HACP | Good Tenants. Guaranteed Rent. | Housing Choice Voucher Program
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DLC | Keep your plans because we’re keeping our promise.
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Apply by Jan 16th: 2025 BIPOC Maker Accelerator with $1K Stipend & More!
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Drive yourself to a new career. Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT)
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Celebrating Black History Pittsburgh Regional Transit Honors Local Heroes!
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Soul Pitt Media Congratulates Terina J. Hicks and Debbie Norrell on their Women of Excellence Award, Class of 2024!
Join Soul Pitt Media in congratulating Terina J. Hicks and Debbie Norrell on being honored with the Women of Excellence Award, Class of 2024!
As valued members of the Soul Pitt Media team, Terina and Debbie bring so much to everything we do, and we couldn’t be more appreciative of their hard work and dedication. This recognition is well-deserved—and they truly embody excellence in every way.
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Pittsburgh’s Juneteenth Celebration and Jubilee Freedom Parade 2025
In light of our recent elections, we are calling all residents of Western PA, and Out-of-State guests to join us in Downtown Pittsburgh PA for a celebration of Black Freedom, Culture and Heritage.
Get Ready for 2025 WPA Juneteenth Homecoming Celebration, June 19-22 in Downtown Pittsburgh PA.
The Pittsburgh Juneteenth Celebration is now the largest in Pennsylvania, see over 70,000 attendees and generating over $5 million in Economic Impact for Western PA:
(Recap) 2024 Pittsburgh Juneteenth Celebration
On JUNE 21st, 10am-1pm, join us in Downtown Pittsburgh for the 9th annual Juneteenth Parade, a celebration of the end of Chattel Slavery and the 1st, 13th, 15th and 19th Amendments:
Thousands take to Pittsburgh streets to celebrate Juneteenth
TELL A FRIEND!!! MARK YOUR CALENDAR AND SAVE THE DATES!
For Vendor Information or Sponsorship Opportunities: Please email:
Stoptheviolencepgh@yahoo.com
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Chris Buccini Keynote Speaker at Bisnow’s Pittsburgh State of The Market
In September, BPG Founder Chris Buccini was the keynote speaker, alongside Chairman and CEO of FNB Corporation Vincent J. Delie, Jr., at BisNow’s Pittsburgh State of the Market. Hosted at the 26-story FNB Financial Center in the Lower Hill District, the sold out event brought together industry experts to explore how key projects are shaping the city’s future while addressing critical concerns like sustainability, financing, and development bottlenecks.
During the Keynote Fireside Chat, Buccini and Delie touched on their partnership in developing FNB Corporation’s new headquarters. FNB Financial Center is the first multi-tenant high-rise office building to be constructed in Pittsburgh in decades and features next-generation office space that promotes employee health and well-being. The building will be home to 800 FNB Corporation associates as well as GH Advertising, Cohen Seglias law firm, and BDO accounting firm.
As the workforce has shifted post-COVID, Buccini and Delie were asked how they are getting workers excited about going into the office. Both agreed that a class A workplace environment is the key factor to getting associates to be in the office, and on-site amenities are at the helm of creating a space where people want to work. The 500,000 SF FNB Financial Center features an on-site café which can sit up to 100 people and a tenant-exclusive amenity floor with a fitness center, outdoor terrace, kitchenette, and fully-connected conference rooms. The networking portion of the BisNow event was hosted in the 15,000 SF amenity suite and showcased the space not only as a collaborative meeting area, but also as a location for company-wide gatherings.
When asked about the greater impact the building will have the on city, Buccini discussed the community reinvestment the development has brought to Pittsburgh. The $300 million project delivered over $50 million of community reinvestment with “40% of all contracts awarded to minority and women-owned business.” What Buccini is the most proud of is the time spent by the development team to ensure an impactful reinvestment into the Historic Hill District.
Learn more out the 28-acre Lower Hill Redevelopment and it’s community impact here.
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Shaping Wilkinsburg’s Future: Join the Conversation on the 2026-2031 Strategic Plan
The Wilkinsburg Community Development Corporation (WCDC) is embarking on its next strategic planning process, which will guide the organization’s priorities from 2026 to 2031. Building on the success of its 2019-2025 strategic plan, the WCDC is seeking input from residents, businesses, and stakeholders to shape the future of Wilkinsburg. This new plan will address key community needs, enhance the Central Business District, and ensure that Wilkinsburg remains a vibrant and inclusive community.
The comprehensive process includes community engagement, research, and strategy development. This is where you come in—your voice matters in shaping the next chapter of Wilkinsburg’s growth. Whether you’re a resident, business owner, or community leader, your input will help define the WCDC’s focus on issues like economic development, neighborhood revitalization, and business support.
We invite you to participate by completing a brief public survey. Your feedback will play a crucial role in ensuring that the strategic plan reflects the needs and aspirations of the community.
For more community resources and information, visit wilkinsburgcdc.org.
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Graduate Certificate in Urban Ministry
Today, more than 80 percent of the U.S. population—and 50 percent of people worldwide—live in and around urban centers.
The Graduate Certificate in Urban Ministry is a flexible program allowing community members and seminarians to explore their Christian vocation in urban settings. This program allows students from all denominations to think about how to apply their faith to where they live, work, and serve. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE
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Legendary Singer-Songwriter Betty Davis Laid to Rest in Homestead, PA
In a quiet and intimate ceremony, the remains of legendary singer-songwriter Betty Mabry Davis (July 26, 1945 – February 9, 2022) were laid to rest in her hometown of Homestead, a suburb of Pittsburgh. Davis, known for her bold influence in the music world, spent her final years in a senior apartment complex near her burial site. With the recent closing of her estate, her remaining ashes were interred at Homestead Cemetery. Fulfilling her final wishes, some of her ashes had previously been scattered over Japan’s Mt. Fuji earlier this year.
Betty Davis is honored in Homestead with a mural in the popular Waterfront shopping district, located on the site of the former Homestead Steel Mill where her father worked after their family moved to the area. Her grave, in Section L-Annex, overlooks the community she cherished throughout her life.
The private burial ceremony was witnessed by family and friends, along with Mike Canton, host of The Soul Show, who was invited to document the event. If you are interested in previous documentation on Betty’s life, you can find it on Mike Canton’s website here: https://soulshowmike.org/2024/10/03/a-resting-betty-davis/
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A Virtual PJ Party for Safe Sleep | Oct 24, 2024 | 6-7:30 PM on Zoom!
Register Today at bit.ly/HSSafeSleep24
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Propel Schools | Now Accepting Applications for 2025-26 School Year! Open Enrollment Oct 1 – Dec 21, 2024
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UJAMAA Boutique | Curated Styles for Fashion & Home by Local & Global Black Creatives
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Central Outreach Wellness Center | Protect Yourself! Get Tested Today!
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City High | 8th Graders and Transferring 9th Graders, Discover excellence in education right in your own backyard. APPLY TODAY!
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Gwen’s Girls Caring Connections for YOUth | CC4YOUTH.ORG
A community-led initiative developed by the Black Girls Equity Alliance (BGEA) that provides access to supports and services to ANY YOUTH, up to age 18, living in Allegheny County, Pittsburgh, PA as a diversion to the Juvenile Justice and Child Welfare Systems.
Chat at CC4YOUTH.ORG
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Expired: 9th Annual Equity Summit “She Matters Awards Ceremony” | October 11, 2024, 4:30 PM – 7 PM
For more info and tickets, visit: https://bgeapgh.org/
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Pittsburgh Regional Transit’s New Ready2Ride® Mobile Ticketing App
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FREE EVENT! TMAG Presents The 17th Annual Pennsylvania African American/Latino/Asian Pacific American Roundtable | Saturday, September 28, 2024
TMAG invites you to attend a free event focused on crucial community issues and the upcoming 2024 General Election. This gathering brings together speakers from diverse backgrounds to discuss topics that impact our communities.
Sat Sep 28, 2024 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
@ Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh University Center
TO REGISTER CONTACT TALK MINORITY ACTION GROUP
(E) CONTACT@TALKMINORITYACTIONGROUP.ORG
(W) WWW.TALKMINORITYACTIONGROUP.ORG
(P) 412.353.9892
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Pittsburgh Theological Seminary Graduate Certificate in Urban Ministry
Learn More: www.pts.edu/Soul-GCUM
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GET READY FOR, Pittsburgh’s 2024 Saints & Sinners Halloween Costume Party | HALLOWEEN NIGHT – Oct 31st, 9pm-2am
STARRING: Lil’ Scrappy + TRILLVILLE
DJ ACE (Young Jeezy DJ) + DJ TEPHLON
HALLOWEEN NIGHT – Oct 31st, 9pm-2am
ROXIAN THEATRE, Pittsburgh, PA 15136
25 + Event | Dance Party | Best Halloween Costume Contest (12mid ) |
Drink Specials 9pm-11pm
BEST COSTUME CONTEST WINNERS:
1st Place $500 | 2nd Place $300 | 3rd Place $200
Click the Link below and ORDER a Discount Ticket NOW
GA $35 (Dance Floor ) | Balcony Seating $55 (Limited Seating) | Exclusive VIP $70 (Upper Level Bar & Section – 100 Attendee Limit)
2024 Pittsburgh Saints & Sinners Halloween Costume Party
For More Info: stoptheviolencepgh@yahoo.com | 724.205.9376
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Carnegie Science Center | Most-visited museum in Pittsburgh
Buy tickets at CarnegieScienceCenter.org
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Mon Valley Boys’ Academy Bridge to Success Programs for Boys in Grades 5-8
A wonderful opportunity for boys in zip codes
15110, 15120, 15122, 15131,
15132, 15137, 15140, and 15145!
For information and to enroll:
Contact Desmond Hargrove,
Desmond.Hargrove@mymvba.org
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Free Gospel Videos by Rev. Doug Barksdale
Free gospel videos to give you the encouragement and hope needed to go on in your life. Over 84,000 followers on Facebook. Download your free videos today!
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CCAC | Discover how nearly 80% of CCAC Students graduate completely debt-free.
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WCDC News | Guarding the Past, Securing the Future: Deb Rose’s Wilkinsburg Legacy
In 2002, Deb Rose faced a familiar challenge in Wilkinsburg—she couldn’t secure a bank loan. For nine years, Rose rented an apartment at the corner of Whitney Avenue and Center Street, where the sounds of Motown, courtesy of Miss Lorna’s porch speakers, filled Sunday mornings. Despite the neighborhood’s rough reputation, Rose fell in love with Hamnett Place and knew she wanted to stay.
Across from her apartment stood a Queen Anne Victorian with a wraparound porch, a property Rose had admired since moving to the neighborhood in 1994. When one of the owners passed away, her husband agreed to sell it to Rose. However, Wilkinsburg was a redlined district, making traditional financing impossible. Determined, Rose turned to Dwelling House Savings and Loan, a Black-owned institution in the Hill District, which helped her purchase the house in 2003.
Twenty-one years later, Rose still calls the Victorian home, having converted it into two apartments. She lives downstairs, renting out the upstairs unit, and continually works on improvements, including a new back porch funded by the WCDC’s HARP Program. Additionally, Rose recently crafted a will through the WCDC’s free wills program to ensure her beloved home remains in the hands of someone who cherishes it as much as she does. Her will also aims to protect the neighborhood from predatory developers.
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FNB Financial Center Team Celebrates $40 Millionth Dollar Paid to Diverse Contractors
The FNB Financial Center team has paid over $40 million to diverse businesses as part of its investment and commitment to ensure the Lower Hill Redevelopment generates shared prosperity for the community. At project completion, the combined value of Minority & Women-owned business enterprise (MWBEs) for design and construction is expected to approach $50 million.
As part of this milestone, the project team celebrated Butler Landscaping & Construction’s mobilization this summer. Butler is a prime contractor on the project and will prepare the plaza and terrace areas around FNB Financial Center.
Roy Butler owns Butler Landscaping & Construction, which he founded in 1984 and became one of the region’s premiere landscaping companies. His company began work to landscape and irrigate the grounds around FNB Financial Center, a job he expects to be his company’s largest in 2024. He said diverse contracting practices helped him get his start.
“I started my company decades ago, and it has succeeded because of my commitment to quality..Looking around the site of FNB Financial Center, I get a sense of growth. Not just for my company and my employees but for all the companies and workers who got their first big opportunity here.” READ MORE HERE
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Expired: 2024 Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Pittsburgh, PA Saturday, October 19, 2024 | REGISTER TODAY!
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Thanks to YOU – Our 2024 Pittsburgh Juneteenth Celebrations were AMAZING!
Let’s RECAP Our 2024 Juneteenth YouthFest & Black Heritage Celebration on June 8-9 @ Mellon Park
https://youtu.be/5DVKlh3K6HA?
Let’s RECAP Our 2024 WPA Juneteenth Homecoming Celebration on June 14-16 in Downtown Pittsburgh PA
https://youtu.be/bVdExA0HcAQ?
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GET READY FOR JUNETEENTH 2025
For more info: WPAjuneteenth.com | stoptheviolencepgh@yahoo.com
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WAAR 20th Anniversary Celebration, Thu, October 3, 2024 at Wyndham Grand Hotel
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CITY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL | Don’t miss this opportunity! Fall Seats are Limited
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3 QUESTIONS EVERY RETIREMENT SAVER SHOULD BE ASKING | First Commonwealth Bank
Email info@fcadvisor.com or call us today at 855-ASK-4-FCA.
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UJAMAA Collective | Shop our curated selection of high quality, fair trade goods produced by BLACK Artists & Makers
We are the largest retail store offering Black products in South Western PA and the Tri-State Area. Empowering a global community of artists, our featured collections are full of fair-trade, handmade and one-of-a-kind products that you will love!
www.ujamaacollective.org
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HACP | Good Tenants. Guaranteed Rent. | Housing Choice Voucher Program
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WCDC Announces the 2024 Youth Mini-Grant Recipients
Supporting Wilkinsburg’s Youth:
2024 Youth Initiative Mini-Grant Recipients Announced?
The WCDC has officially announced the recipients of its 2024 Youth Initiative Mini-Grant Program, which provides grants of up to $3,000 to local organizations that support the academic and civic endeavors of Wilkinsburg youth. Since 2010, the program has supported more than 3,000 young people participating in summer camps, art and music programs, and sports clubs.
CLICK HERE FOR THE LIST OF RECIPIENTS
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SPQ Magazine Big Hit at Negro Southern League Baseball Museum Event with Special Guest Ron Hill
Soul Pitt Quarterly Magazine was a big hit at the Negro Southern League Baseball Museum in Birmingham, Alabama, as Ron Hill, great-nephew of Negro League All-Star player and manager Pete Hill, attended the festivities.
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Training Coordinator Position with Girl Scouts Western PA
Training Coordinator
Location: any office: Edinboro, Greensburg, Johnstown or Pittsburgh
Starting Salary Range: $37,000-$39,000
Girl Scouts is the preeminent leadership development organization for girls in kindergarten through twelfth grade, and our mission is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character. At Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania, we’re committed to providing every girl the chance to practice a lifetime of leadership, adventure, and success.
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
The Training Coordinator is responsible for scheduling and managing volunteer-led adult trainings and ensures that volunteer training facilitators have the necessary training, tools, resources, and support required to accomplish their objectives and become fully engaged in Girl Scouting. Continue reading
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CITY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL | Hurry, only a few seats left in the 9th Grade Fall Class—Apply Online Now!
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UJAMAA Collective | A Cooperative Boutique for Local, National & Global Creatives
We are the largest retail store offering Black products in South Western PA and the Tri-State Area. Empowering a global community of artists, our featured collections are full of fair-trade, handmade and one-of-a-kind products that you will love!
www.ujamaacollective.org
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PA Department of Health | Keeping Patients and Families Safe (COVID-19)
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Meet Amber Meeks, Corporate Banking Coordinator | First Commonwealth Bank
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HACP | Good Tenants. Guaranteed Rent. | Housing Choice Voucher Program
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Advancing Black Arts in Pittsburgh Awardees | PittsburghFoundation.org
Learn about the 2023 awardees at PittsburghFoundation.org
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The Science Behind PIXAR | Exhibition Opens May 25 at Carnegie Science Center
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CCPGH Free Job Training for Long-Term Careers | $20/Hr Avg. Pay

412-456-6989
JOBTRAINING@CCPGH.ORG
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Expired: Community Engagement Lead with Girl Scouts Western PA
Community Engagement Lead
Location: Based in Pittsburgh*
*While remote work is available, the employee must live in and is required to frequently travel throughout western PA
Starting Salary: $42,000
Girl Scouts is the preeminent leadership development organization for girls in kindergarten through twelfth grade, and our mission is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character. At Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania, we’re committed to providing every girl the chance to practice a lifetime of leadership, adventure, and success.
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
As the Community Engagement Lead, you will lead the support and retention of girl members by creating, coordinating, and ensuring the delivery of quality Girl Scout Leadership Experience for girl members from grades K-12 who participate in the Community Engagement programs. The Lead serves as a liaison between the program location and Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania. The Lead facilitates programming primarily in Allegheny, Beaver, Greene, and Washington Counties, and leads a team of Community Engagement Facilitators who provide programming in Cambria and Erie Counties and throughout our council footprint. Continue reading
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Expired: “Black Lawyers of the Burgh” Community Book Launch on Saturday, Feb 24 at 11 AM
Join the ACBA Homer S. Brown Division as they celebrate the launch of the Division’s first-ever children’s book, “Black Lawyers of the Burgh.” The book introduces children to careers in law through the journeys of many Pittsburgh-based lawyers.
This is a community event, and all are welcome. This fun-filled community event at W. Posvar Hall on the University of Pittsburgh campus will include a DJ, face painting, giveaways, book signings and more.
For event details, visit: ACBA.org/BlackLawyers
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THANK YOU to our Advertisers!
THANK YOU to our Advertisers for being integral to Soul Pitt’s journey in making Pittsburgh the City of Champions for all our communities! Your support has truly made a difference.
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Payroll & Accounting Specialist Position with Girl Scouts Western PA
Payroll & Accounting Specialist
Location: Pittsburgh based
Salary: $45,000-$48,000
Girl Scouts is the preeminent leadership development organization for girls in kindergarten through twelfth grade, and our mission is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character. At Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania, we’re committed to providing every girl the chance to practice a lifetime of leadership, adventure, and success.
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
The Payroll & Accounting Specialist will perform all payroll processing activities necessary to execute bi-monthly payroll in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania policies and procedures. The Payroll & Accounting Specialist also performs a variety of accounting functions in accordance with standard procedures by reviewing, recording, and reconciling cash deposit activity, banking activity, retail sales activity, and sales tax. Continue reading
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Eastern MSDC ROAR MOSAIC on April 2, 2024 at Sheraton Pittsburgh Hotel at Station Square
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[Virtual Event] SAVE THE DATE for the 4th Annual Legislative Breakfast #MAKEBLACKMOMSMATTER on March 15, 2024
Registration Starting February 2024
www.healthystartpittsburgh.org
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Majors Mobile Detailing Birthday Club
www.MajorsMobile.com
412.728.8833
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Wilkinsburg Business Spotlight: Vickey’s Soul Grill
The Pittsburgh region isn’t known for its Southern-style cooking, but Vickey Giddens of Vickey’s Soul Grill is going to change that.
“My family is from Crystal Springs, Mississippi, and my father was a chef,” says Giddens. “When I was 6 years old, I watched my father, and I let that be my dream, to be a chef like my dad.”
Today, Giddens has two Vickey’s Soul Grill locations: one at 655 Rodi Road and the other in Wilkinsburg at 807 Wallace Avenue in the Hosanna House. Both offer a menu of items that will make your mouth water.
“My popular foods are pork chops fried and smothered, deep-fried salmon croquettes, candied yams, collard greens, black-eyed peas, green beans, and mac and cheese. The oxtails are a number-one hit, and everything’s Southern-style.” Continue reading
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Wilkinsburg CDC CORE FOUR | 8-Week Business Planning Workshop
Sign up by emailing Gordon Manker at
Gordon@wilkinsburgcdc.org
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Become a Road Pro with E-ZPass
E-ZPass makes traveling the PA Turnpike even more convenient. As you drive through a Toll Point with an E-ZPass transponder, our toll equipment captures your trip information, calculates the toll, and deducts it from your E-ZPass pre-paid account balance.
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Struggling with a substance use disorder? Get Help Now. Call 1-800-662-HELP
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Strong II Dry Cleaners Seeking Part-Time Delivery Driver for Our Homewood Location
Strong II Dry Cleaners, a third-generation family-owned dry-cleaning company, is hiring a part-time delivery driver for our Homewood location.
Estimated Schedule Monday-Friday; varying hours between 9am-6pm; Possibly Saturdays varying hours between 10:30 am-3:30 pm *schedule is as needed.
Pay: $15/hr
Objective: To execute pickup and delivery orders.
Vibe: You will be the face of the company outside of the store. We are looking for someone who is an outgoing and engaging self-starter, while also maintaining a level of empathy and humility when dealing with customers and co-workers. This job requires thinking quickly on your feet, problem solving with staff for clients in a timely, efficient, and courteous manner. Continue reading
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WCDC Spotlight: Karen Denton, KSC Commercial Cleaning Service
September is a significant month for Karen Denton, CEO of KSC Commercial Cleaning Service, headquartered on South Avenue in Wilkinsburg. The 1st commemorates when she started her business, the 7th celebrates her birthday, and September 2002 marks when she had her first of four aneurysms.
“21 years surviving, 13 years in business, and I just turned 63,” said Denton. “The name of my business is KSC, which stands for Karen’s Second Chance. I thought the name of the company was for me, but it was for people like me who need a second chance. Every time I wanted to quit, God gave me more contracts or more people. Whichever one I needed, he provided, so I kept going. Now I know that I’m in my purpose. I think that’s why he saved me, for all the business owners and families that my company helps.” Continue reading
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Downtown Pittsburgh Property and Business Owners Want Black Festival Goers Out
Since 2019 Stop the Violence Pittsburgh, lead by B. Marshall, has hosted the annual Soul Food Festival in Downtown Pittsburgh which is a celebration of Black culture and heritage in Pittsburgh.
In a recent notice from Highwoods Properties Ownership Mr. Marshall was informed that Downtown Property and Business Owners would like him to move the Soul Food Festival from PPG Plaza because Black music and attendees are to “noisy” and they cause logistics problems for businesses:
Pittsburgh Soul Food Festival organizer
fighting to keep location from moving
The founder said that the event boosted the economy
for not only vendors but also local businesses.
However, the Owners of PPG Plaza have not demanded that White attendees of other Festival events inside PPG Plaza to leave or relocate to other spaces
This year the Picklesburgh Festival bragged of hosting 200,000 attendees in the same PPG Plaza location.
Marshall is requesting a meeting with Property Owners to resolve this issue and we need you to email: ANDY.WISNIEWSKI@jll.com and raise your concerns about this discriminating actions.
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Soul Pitt Media Health & Business Report Episode #63 | Interview with Arthur Chileshe, Manager, Distribution Engineering, Duquesne Light Company
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2023 Holiday Bazaar and Marketplace at Morgan-Lee Arts Centre on Saturday, Dec 2nd from 11 am to 5 pm
VENDOR REGISTRATION
5678hdat.org/vendor
Or Call 412.925.3695
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