# the great outdoors (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover the great outdoors. Page: Feed: --- ## [One Person’s Trash Can Be Your Next Treasure at Pittsburgh International Airport](https://www.pittsburghmagazine.com/pittsburgh-international-airport-auction-2026/) _2026-08-27 · Ollie Gratzinger · Pittsburgh Magazine_ PHOTO COURTESY OF THE ALLEGHENY COUNTY AIRPORT AUTHORITY Looking for an e-bike? How about a new luggage set or car seat? You may find it up for grabs in an unlikely place: Pittsburgh International Airport. The airport’s annual Lost & Found and Equipment Auction is back and online only this year; bidding has officially begun on the auction website and... ## [Therapy Dog Provides Comfort to Those Who Care for the Dead](https://www.pittsburghmagazine.com/therapy-dog-provides-comfort-to-those-who-care-for-the-dead/) _2026-08-27 · Kristy Graver · Pittsburgh Magazine_ PHOTO BY ANNIE CERUTTI You can’t help but get a warm and fuzzy feeling around Winifred “Winnie” Valentine — even at a funeral. Standing about a foot tall, the blue-eyed Pomeranian-Siberian husky mix, or Pomsky, is the Director of Love and Affection at the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science in Shadyside. After a long day spent caring for the dead,... ## [Pet of the Month: Mosey](https://www.pittsburghmagazine.com/pet-of-the-month-mosey/) _2026-08-27 · Sponsored Content Partner Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh · Pittsburgh Magazine_ PHOTO PROVIDED BY HUMANE ANIMAL RESCUE Some dogs take a little time to warm up to new people. Mosey has apparently decided there’s no reason to wait. This 3-year-old brindle beauty has been charming just about everyone she meets since arriving at Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh as a stray in mid-October. After spending months at HARP, Mosey is more... ## [Here Are All the Events Happening This September at The Frick](https://www.pittsburghmagazine.com/here-are-all-the-events-happening-this-september-at-the-frick/) _2026-08-27 · Charlotte Shields-Rossi · Pittsburgh Magazine_ PHOTO BY SETH CULP-RESSLER September means the beginning of fall, back to school season and a new line up of programming and activities at The Frick Pittsburgh Museum and Gardens in Point Breeze. Much of the programming this month surrounds its exhibit French Moderns: Matisse/Renoir/Degas — which is on view until Oct. 1 — as well as a guided tour... ## [Step Into Fall with Fresh Styles From Von Maur](https://www.pittsburghmagazine.com/step-into-fall-with-fresh-styles-from-von-maur/) _2026-08-27 · Sponsored Content Provided by Von Mar · Pittsburgh Magazine_ PHOTOS PROVIDED BY VON MAUR As summer winds down and cooler temperatures arrive, fall is the perfect time to refresh your wardrobe with new colors, textures and styles. Here’s what Pittsburgh shoppers can look for at Von Maur this season: Layer Up Autumn fashion is all about versatility, and layering makes it easy to transition from crisp mornings to sunny... ## [A Tuscan-Inspired Fall Escape Awaits at Gervasi Vineyard](https://www.pittsburghmagazine.com/a-tuscan-inspired-fall-escape-awaits-at-gervasi-vineyard/) _2026-08-27 · Sponsored Content Partner Gervasi Vineyard · Pittsburgh Magazine_ PHOTOS PROVIDED BY GERVASI VINEYARD There’s something about autumn that inspires a slower pace. Crisp air, changing leaves, and weekends made for exploring create the perfect excuse to get away and just two hours from Pittsburgh, Gervasi Vineyard Resort & Spa offers a destination that feels worlds away. Nestled on a picturesque 55-acre estate in Canton, Ohio, Gervasi Vineyard blends... ## [House of the Week: Downtown Condo Offers Panoramic Pittsburgh Views](https://www.pittsburghmagazine.com/house-of-the-week-downtown-condo-offers-panoramic-pittsburgh-views/) _2026-08-27 · Content Provided by Howard Hanna Real Estate Services · Pittsburgh Magazine_ 151 Fort Pitt Boulevard 1605 Downtown Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Presented by Rick Hawkinberry Howard Hanna Real Estate Services PANORAMIC CITY AND RIVER VIEWS greet you on the 16th floor of this luxury condo in a secure building! Enjoy a thoughtful floor plan (two shell units were combined before construction) with architectural details and upgrades, including Australian Cypress flooring and... ## [This Family-Run Bakery Gives Economy a Boost](https://www.pittsburghmagazine.com/lavande-whisk-bakery-economy/) _2026-08-27 · Kristy Graver · Pittsburgh Magazine_ PHOTO BY KRISTY GRAVER This is a story about punk rock, pastries, parenthood and a French-Canadian-American dream. On July 1, Quebec native Elodie Cyr Condosta and her Southern California-born husband A.J. Condosta opened Lavande Whisk Bakery & Coffee Shop in Economy. The couple met through the music industry — she managed concert tours; he’s a longtime drummer for bands such... ## [Have a Ball for Dolly](https://www.pittsburghmagazine.com/have-a-ball-for-dolly/) _2026-08-26 · Kristy Graver · Pittsburgh Magazine_ PHOTO VIA PITTSBURGH MAGAZINE ARCHIVES Want to raise a drink (or the roof) for Dolly Parton? Here are a few events happening around Pittsburgh to honor the pop culture icon: Nine Two Five From 5 p.m. to midnight on Aug. 26, Dancing Gnome’s cocktail bar at 925 Main St. in Sharpsburg, will be blasting Dolly tunes while serving the singer’s... ## [Why is Pete the Pick for Steelers on the Disney x Champion Collab?](https://www.pittsburghmagazine.com/why-is-pete-the-pick-for-steelers-on-the-disney-x-champion-collab/) _2026-08-26 · Charlotte Shields-Rossi · Pittsburgh Magazine_ PHOTO COURTESY: DISNEY Before football season officially begins next month, Disney already has announced it is pairing all 32 NFL teams with Disney, Pixar, Marvel and Star Wars characters as part of its Disney x Champion Collaboration. Some of the pairings were obvious — The New England Patriots got Captain America, The Detroit Lions paired with Simba and King Triton... ## [Prime Noise-Cancelling Picks (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/UE4UPInqhnze) _2026-08-26 · **Sponsored**_ Browse Prime-eligible, 4-star-and-up noise-cancelling earbuds with fast shipping and deals ## [Yes, That’s a Saltwater Pool in the Back of This Lawrenceville Home](https://www.pittsburghmagazine.com/hot-property-127-1-2-banner-way-lawrenceville/) _2026-08-24 · Meg St-Esprit · Pittsburgh Magazine_ PHOTOS BY JORDAN GRAY, PREP SOLUTIONS A decade ago, Shana Leonello and her father were on the hunt for a new home — one that had already been built. As they perused the local Pittsburgh market looking for projects they could work on together, nothing felt quite right. That’s when Leonello saw an empty lot in Lawrenceville, and inspiration struck. ... ## [Steelers Face a Decision, Not Dilemma, At Quarterback](https://www.pittsburghmagazine.com/steelers-face-a-decision-not-dilemma-at-quarterback/) _2026-08-21 · Mike Prisuta · Pittsburgh Magazine_ MASON RUDOLPH | PHOTO BY KARL ROSER/PITTSBURGH STEELERS QB or not QB; will they really keep four or do they only need three? That’s been the question ever since the Steelers drafted Drew Allar. And now, after a summer stint at Saint Vincent College, and just one preseason game, we apparently have our answer. Head coach Mike McCarthy all but... ## [Looking For Work? 10 New Job Openings in Pittsburgh This Week](https://www.pittsburghmagazine.com/looking-for-work-10-new-job-openings-in-pittsburgh-this-week/) _2026-08-21 · PM Staff · Pittsburgh Magazine_ PHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCK Vice President, Membership & Communications Allegheny County Medical Society You’ll lead ACMS’s efforts to grow and retain membership, build relationships with physicians across Allegheny County, and create meaningful ways for physicians to connect with ACMS and one another. It’s a role built for someone who’s equal parts relationship-builder and strategist – someone who can… ## [Pittsburgh-Based Muralist Completes Peace Mural Journey](https://www.pittsburghmagazine.com/kyle-holbrook-peace-murals-pittsburgh/) _2026-08-20 · Charlotte Shields-Rossi · Pittsburgh Magazine_ PHOTO COURTESY OF KYLE HOLBROOK | THE MURAL IN ANCHORAGE IS THE LAST IN THE PITTSBURGH NATIVE’S JOURNEY TO PAINT IN ALL 50 STATES Kyle Holbrook dipped his brush in acrylic paint. Using various shades of blue, he painted an eagle, a moose, mountains, children learning and in the middle of it all, a peace sign. “Unity & Peace in... ## [77 Local Businesses Receive Funding to Update and Modernize Building Exteriors](https://www.pittsburghmagazine.com/77-local-businesses-receive-funding-to-update-and-modernize-building-exteriors/) _2026-08-20 · Ollie Gratzinger · Pittsburgh Magazine_ SPIRIT IN LAWRENCEVILLE IS ONE OF THE BUSINESSES THAT WILL BENEFIT FROM THE LOAN | PHOTO BY KRISTY GRAVER City of Pittsburgh officials announced on Aug. 19 that dozens of local businesses will soon receive special funding for a variety of improvements, among them lighting, signage, windows, doors, brick pointing, sidewalk activation and painting. A total of 77 recipients will... ## [Where in the World is the Wienermobile?](https://www.pittsburghmagazine.com/hot-dogs-pittsburgh/) _2026-08-19 · Kristy Graver · Pittsburgh Magazine_ PHOTO COURTESY OF KRISTY GRAVER On Friday, Aug. 21, the Oscar Mayor Wienermobile is rolling into town to visit relatives. The world-famous weenie on wheels will stop at Dad’s Dog & Burger in Bloomfield from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. To celebrate, the Liberty Avenue eatery is offering specials that include fried b-o-l-o-g-n-a breakfast sandwiches, Oscar Mayer chili dogs and... ## [Hello, Sh’weater Weather: Sheetz Unveils Fall Menu](https://www.pittsburghmagazine.com/sheetz-fall-menu-2026/) _2026-08-19 · Charlotte Shields-Rossi · Pittsburgh Magazine_ The season of leaves changing and all things pumpkin won’t begin for another month, but lovers of all things fall won’t have to wait long to get a bite or a sip of the autumnal festivities. This year, Sheetz decided to roll out their fall menu a little early, with seasonal beverages, treats and snacks hitting all stores on Sept.... ## [Know-It-All: The Pittsburgh Walk of Fame](https://www.pittsburghmagazine.com/know-it-all-the-pittsburgh-walk-of-fame/) _2026-08-19 · Huck Beard · Pittsburgh Magazine_ PHOTO COURTESY THE PITTSBURGH WALK OF FAME Our newest class of hometown legends is ready to take its place in bronze. The second group of inductees to the Pittsburgh Walk of Fame celebrates ten iconic figures whose achievements helped shape the city — and the world. This year’s honorees include Terrible Towel creator Myron Cope, dance pioneer Martha Graham, photographer... ## [House of the Week: This McCandless Home Is Made for Multigenerational Living](https://www.pittsburghmagazine.com/this-mccandless-home-is-made-for-multigenerational-living/) _2026-08-19 · Content Provided by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Preferred Realty · Pittsburgh Magazine_ 80 Donna Drive McCandless, PA 15237 Presented by Kelly Kuzemchak Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Preferred Realty Welcome to this brick and Hardie Plank sided home tucked away at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac just steps from Ingomar Elementary School in the North Allegheny School District. The flexible floor plan and spacious addition make this home an ideal choice... ## [KDKA Debuts New First Alert Weather Sphere](https://www.pittsburghmagazine.com/kdka-debuts-new-first-alert-weather-sphere/) _2026-08-19 · Charlotte Shields-Rossi · Pittsburgh Magazine_ PHOTO BY CHARLOTTE SHIELDS-ROSSI At 9:20 a.m. KDKA’s meteorologist Ron Smiley goes live on air forecasting warm weather and sunny skies this week in Pittsburgh. Smiley holds a tablet where, with the press of a button, he is able to switch from a 3D map of Allegheny County to a view of Mount Washington, all from the comfort of the... ## [Real SIMs for AI Agents (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/zmtVYTmPNCK8) _2026-08-19 · **Sponsored**_ Pass 2FA and verifications with real carrier numbers via our API. ## [Pittsburgh Magazine’s Guide to Fall](https://www.pittsburghmagazine.com/pittsburgh-fall-things-to-do-autumn-2026/) _2026-08-19 · Ollie Gratzinger · Pittsburgh Magazine_ PHOTO BY ROBERT ISENBERG With the humidity and heat still lingering, it may be hard to believe that fall is right around the corner. Nevertheless, crisp air and colorful leaves are certainly on their way, and with fall comes a laundry list of annual festivals and events around the city. Whether you’re looking forward to Halloween-themed haunted and apple picking... ## [Dig in With Graver: Rooftop Sushi, Supermarket Smashburgers and a Coffee Cruiser](https://www.pittsburghmagazine.com/dig-in-with-graver-rooftop-sushi-supermarket-smashburgers-and-a-coffee-cruiser/) _2026-08-19 · Kristy Graver · Pittsburgh Magazine_ PHOTO BY KRISTY GRAVER Okane is taking sushi to the next level. The restaurant, located in a three-story building at 245 Fourth Ave. offers three distinct experiences for Downtown diners. At the ground-floor, counter-service Sweet Spot, guests can enjoy Vietnamese coffee, fruit teas and desserts such as the Matcha Taiyaki, matcha cream stuffed inside a waffle shell that’s fish-shaped to... ## [5 Things to Do in Pittsburgh This Weekend](https://www.pittsburghmagazine.com/things-to-do-this-weekend-in-pittsburgh/) _2026-08-18 · PM Staff · Pittsburgh Magazine_ PHOTO BY DAVE DICELLO Nowhere to Wear It Party Aug. 21 | National Aviary Join the National Aviary for its inaugural Nowhere to Wear It party, a night dedicated to flaunting your best fit. Dig through your closet to create the perfect ensemble, then enjoy an evening of sipping on your favorite beverages, munching on the ultimate “girl dinner” bites...