Monday, June 24, 2013

Positively Pittsburgh Live! Seven Brides, Kenny G, Teen Entrepreneurs

PPL SUMMER PROMOTIONS

Share Your Best Summer Memory
It's easy just post your best Pittsburgh Summer Memory Here to have a chance to win.

First Place, An Interview on PositivelyPittsburghLive Monday Broadcast to tell about your memory. Listen to these broadcasts at: http://pplmag.com, Latest is on the front page.

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Third Place: "You Might Be a Pittsburgher" New Version Frameable Poster.

Promotion Ends June 30, 2013

You must have a profile as a Positive Pittsburgher to enter. Entries will be judged by staff of PositivelyPittsburghLiveMagazine.com. Channel owners and Staff Members are Prohibited from entering.

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What is the Best View of Pittsburgh in the Summertime?
Who Has the Best Picture and Memory. Answer here but first you must register at http://pplmag.com

Please post your comments and a picture. Why is it the best view in Pittsburgh.
You can add a little story such as First Date, Proposed, Baby's First Visit, whatever you think will interest our readers.

The best view of Pittsburgh picture and story winners will be broacast on PPL News on July 8, 2013. First place winners will receive:An interview on July 8 on PositivelyPittsburghLive Radio Broadcast; Second Place: A $50.00 Gift Certificate to One of the Finer Restaurants in Pittsburgh TBA; Third Place: A Second Edition Poster Fresh off the presses of "You Might Be a Pittsburgher"

Rules:
1. You must be a Pittsburgher, former Pittsburgher or adopted Pittsburgher.
An adopted Pittsburgher calls Pittsburgh their closest big City. So you can live in Altoona, Erie, Weirton or Stuebenville. Or just about any place in between just so yunz call yourself Pittsburghers. No cheating here, it's okay to be adopted.
2. All Pictures will become property of PositivelyPittsburghLiveMagazine.com and will be compiled into a video with music to be shown on http://pplmag.com during the month of July.
3. Staff Members and PPL Mag Page and Channel Owners may post their pictures and memories but will not be elibible for the judging.
4. Judging will be accomplished by PPL Mag Staff and Channel Owners by Voting.

Thanks for participating. We LOVE Memories and Pictures at PPL Mag.

What are the Top Ten Things Clients, Prospects, Suspects Should Know About You

I will start with PPL Mag just off the top of my head.

1. PPLMag is Pittsburgh's First Internet Radio and TV Network.
2. It is also an Online Community Magazine with Lots of Good News About Pittsburgh and surrounding areas.
3. Positively Pittsburgh Live has over 60 Channels and Pages with many more to appear online soon.
4. PPL Mag and Forum is free to the public to use. All you have to do is register at the big yellow button on the home page to post on calendar and in the forum.
5. At PPL Mag you can watch videos, listen to radio shows and read articles, check the calendar and discuss in forums.
6. PPL Mag is run on user generated content, that means Pittsburghers provide all of the free and paid for content on the site.
7. Once a week, everything posted on the site can be viewed in an online turning page magazine complete with live links to PPLMag Internet radio and TV shows.
8. PPLMag calendar contains both free and ticket events.
9. If you are a business owner, professional or non-profit, you can purchase your own audio or video channel or print page on PPLMag.com
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New Roving Pittsburgher Review!

Kenny G and The Pittsburgh Symphony
Review by JoAnn Forrester
Saturday I saw Kenny Gee play superbly with the Pittsburgh Symphony. The man is amazing, his ability to hold notes and make his soprano saxophone talk is legendary.
Read the full review here.

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Co hosting with the TechnoGranny today, JoAnn Forrester of the EmpressofBiz Talkcast and syndicated channel broadcaster at PPLMag.com No we are not confused, we know it's not Monday but our hostess was under the weather. So, rain, sleet or snow, the Good News about Pittsburgh must go on.

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Positively Pittsburgh Live! Penguins Out, Pittsburgh Passion & Symphony In!

Pittsburgh Passion Hosting First Play off game and Nanno Granny is tonight's co-host. Direct from the Sunny Metropolis of Ambridge giving a presentation on Cost Control, we have twisted JoAnn Forrester's arm to co-host tonight. .

Techno Granny, updates 21st Century Tech, Joanne Quinn-Smith

Techno Granny's New Book, Folly of the Marketing Plan in Your Head

We had scheduling challenges with previously arranged guest so the EmpressofBiz, JoAnn Forrester will be interviewing the TechnoGranny, turning the tables on the interviewer. They will be discussing Joanne Quinn-Smith's just published book.

Techno Granny, updates 21st Century Tech, Joanne Quinn-Smith

Techno Granny, Five Reasons You Need a Personal Financial Statement

A personal financial statement is a balance sheet of your financial life. It gives you a clear picture of where you stand financially so that you can be in charge of your life. You need to be in charge of your money. A personal financial statement is used in many ways.

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- EMPRESS OF BIZ! Listen! Learn! Prosper with Eventsburgh!

Promotion is vital to your business. A fantastic way to do this is Eventsburgh. In business we all struggle and spend lots of $$$'s to get people to attend our seminars, workshops presentations, seminars and networking events. Today we are going to talk about Eventsburgh.

EMPRESS OF BIZ! Listen! Learn! Prosper!, JoAnn Forrester

EMPRESS OF BIZ! Sue Malone..She's back....The Money Lady

Sue Malone the Money Lady is the Empress of Biz special guest. We will be looking at MONEY, the cost of money, what type of loans are there, when is borrowing NOT a good idea. Tune in and listen to these two savvy women talk about money and your business.

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Julie Ann Sullivan, now known as the Attitude Enhancer, deliberately studies human behavior every day. She is a speaker and an author who also spent decades in the corporate world. She has spoken for many companies and organizations including, McDonald's USA.

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Friday, June 21, 2013

Positively Pittsburgh Live News 6-17-13 Part II

Positively Pittsburgh Live News Part II

6-17-13

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Co hosting with the TechnoGranny today, JoAnn Forrester of the EmpressofBiz Talkcast and syndicated channel broadcaster at PPLMag.com.

PPL Good News Segments Today: PITTSBURGH HISTORICAL STUFF: Pennsylvania's Civil War exhibition

NON-PROFIT EVENTS SPONSORED BY BLACK TIE-PITTSBURGH: Celebrate the Work of Every Child, Inc.

ROVING PITTSBURGHER REPORT: Something Big, Kenny G at the Pittsburgh Symphony

PITTSBURGH LOCAL SPORTS: Pittsburgh Passion first game ever at the new Highmark Stadium in Station Square,Athletics select SRU Lou Trivino in 11th round,36th RUNNING OF THE GREAT RACE

PITTSBURGH GOOD NEWS FORUM: Share Your Best Summer Memory,What is the Best View of Pittsburgh in the Summertime: Both Available thru June 30

STEELTOWN HERO: David Solomon, WQED-TV Executive Producer Receives National Recognition

VETERANS AND MILITARY NEWS: The Steel City Vets Classic

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Pittsburgh Historical Stuff

'Pennsylvania's Civil War' exhibition opens June 22
This summer, take an in-depth look at Pennsylvania's significant contributions during the Civil War as part of the new major exhibition Pennsylvania's Civil War, presented by Mylan. On Sat., June 22, celebrate the opening day of the exhibition with docent-led tours and talks by local Civil War authors from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The exhibit brings to life the personal stories of Western Pennsylvanians on the battlefield and on the home front during the four-year war that shaped America. Featuring more than 100 artifacts, six life-like museum figures, immersive settings, and military encampments, alongside a reproduction Rodman Cannon that is more than 20 feet long and weighs 18,000 pounds, the Pennsylvania's Civil War exhibit is a key component in a series of History Center programs, events, and publications developed in partnership with Pennsylvania Civil War 150, the statewide initiative to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Civil War.

Non-Profit Events Sponsored By Black-Tie Pittsburgh

From our Friends at the Soul Pitt
PLEASE JOIN US as we honor our supporters and celebrate the work of Every Child, Inc.

June 26th, 2013 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Lunch will be served @ LeMont Restaurant, 1114 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15211

LeMont Restaurant is Handicap Accessible. Valet parking - $6.

Guest Speaker, DANA SCHULTZ,
Senior Policy Analyst at RAND Corporation
Will discuss the implementation strategies and share results from the Helping Families Raise Healthy Children initiative’s system-change approach to addressing the often co-occurring challenges of parental depression and early childhood developmental delays.

$50 per person. Please RSVP by June 18th, 2013, Table of 8 - $375
Call 412.665.0600or e-mail info@everychildinc.org to inquire about group rates or for more information. Tickets can also be purchased online at www.everychildinc.orgCLICK HERE FOR COMPLETE INVITATION

Roving Pittsburgher Report

Something Big presented by Visionary Academy of Performing Arts
Visionary Academy Dance classes are created and run to teach students that they are beautiful from the inside out and it shows. The Real Deal Pastor Brady Hill was a slap stick, hilarious Master of Ceremonies. He is Pastor of The Whole Truth Ministry and you could see why. In this monologues he did not hold back on the hysterical “truths” that make people laugh and think.

The songs were very non-denominational Christian and inspirational tunes and the dancers were nothing short of heavenly. Well I am a little prejudiced because my granddaughter Anaiyah was one of the Saturday Teeny Boppers who danced to On Top of the World and Victory Chant. This group was probably 5 and 6 year olds but what poise for young girls. The Show Stopper was Almost There by the Tuesday Teeny Boppers, complete with pink and white checkered outfits, tiny hats and white gloves and a Yellow Cab for a prop. This was no ordinary kids dance review, even the props and minimal scenery was first class. The most inspirational piece of all I think was the Pre-Teen Group in There’s Hope. If you can get a chance next year, don’t take a chance just put it on your calendar. I found myself cheering loudly along with the other proud grandparents and parents and relatives even for the dancers I did not know. I am so happy to have been invited.

Kenny G at the Pittsburgh Symphony
JoAnn Forrester, the Empress of Biz says...

I enjoyed the concert for many reasons…not only for the music…but for the easy interaction that Kenny G has with the audience and the musicians. This man is not only gifted with musical talent, he is technically brilliant and has the ability to hold notes longer than anyone . In fact he has set the world record for the longest notes held…45 minutes! Read the full review here.

Pittsburgh Local Sports

Pittsburgh Passion leaves an impressive imprint on sports history for 2013
The Pittsburgh Passion first made history by playing the first game ever at the new Highmark Stadium in Station Square. On April 6th, 2013, Rookie Fullback Candice Snyder made Highmark Stadium history making the very first touchdown and Passion Quarterback, Lisa Horton threw her 100th regular season touchdown of her career against the DC Divas in their opening game.

The Passion’s defense had their first shut-out, of 4 total for the season, on April 20th against the Toledo Reign and their special teams added one blocked punt and several amazing kick returns to lead the Passion to victory.

The Passion had their second shut-out in a row, on April 27th against the Columbus Comets, becoming the first sports team to win at Highmark Stadium. Wide Receiver, Rachel Wojdowksi started off her remarkable season breaking her 1000th career receiving yard mark early in the first quarter of that game and Passion Kicker, Amy Fallon was 7 for 7 on extra points. The Passion defense greatly attributed to the game as Linebacker, Tia Montgomery had an interception for an 83 yard touchdown return and Passion Rookie, Linebacker, Amanda Duncan, had a 39 yard fumble recovery in for a Passion touchdown. The Passion defense finished with two fumble recoveries and three interceptions against the Comets. Read the entire release here

Lou Trivino

Athletics select SRU's Lou Trivino in 11th round
The Oakland Athletics on Saturday made Slippery Rock University junior pitcher Lou Trivino their 11th-round pick in the 2013 amateur baseball draft.

Trivino, the 341st player selected in this year’s draft, was the first Rock baseball player drafted since catcher-first baseman Matt Adams was selected in the 23rd round (699th overall) by the St. Louis Cardinals in the 2009 draft.

Adams is currently a member of the Cardinals’ Major League Baseball team.

Trivino was the second Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference player selected in this year’s draft, behind only Mansfield University pitcher Nick Keener, the 10th-round pick of the Los Angeles Dodgers.

A native of Green Lane, Pa., and graduate of Upper Bucks Christian High School, Trivino has one collegiate season of eligibility remaining, but is expected to sign a professional contract in the next few days. Read the entire release here.

36th RUNNING OF “THE GREAT RACE”SET FOR SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2013
Runners – and walkers – will take to the streets of Pittsburgh on Sunday, September 29, for the 36th running of the Richard S. Caliguiri City of Pittsburgh Great Race presented by Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield. The Great Race, established in 1977 as a 10K race by the late Mayor Richard S. Caliguiri, has grown to include the 5K run/walk, running clinic, two-day exposition and children’s race.

For more information visit www.RunGreatRace.com or call 412.255.2493

Pittsburgh Good News Forum

PPL SUMMER PROMOTIONS

Share Your Best Summer Memory
It's easy just post your best Pittsburgh Summer Memory Here to have a chance to win.

First Place, An Interview on PositivelyPittsburghLive Monday Broadcast to tell about your memory. Listen to these broadcasts at: http://pplmag.com, Latest is on the front page.

Second Place: a $50.00 Gift Certificate to one of Pittsburgh's Finest Downtown Restaurants

Third Place: "You Might Be a Pittsburgher" New Version Frameable Poster.

Promotion Ends June 30, 2013

You must have a profile as a Positive Pittsburgher to enter. Entries will be judged by staff of PositivelyPittsburghLiveMagazine.com. Channel owners and Staff Members are Prohibited from entering.

What is the Best View of Pittsburgh in the Summertime?

Who Has the Best Picture and Memory. Answer here but first you must register at http://pplmag.com

Please post your comments and a picture. Why is it the best view in Pittsburgh.
You can add a little story such as First Date, Proposed, Baby's First Visit, whatever you think will interest our readers.

The best view of Pittsburgh picture and story winners will be broacast on PPL News on July 8, 2013. First place winners will receive:An interview on July 8 on PositivelyPittsburghLive Radio Broadcast; Second Place: A $50.00 Gift Certificate to One of the Finer Restaurants in Pittsburgh TBA; Third Place: A Second Edition Poster Fresh off the presses of "You Might Be a Pittsburgher"

Rules:
1. You must be a Pittsburgher, former Pittsburgher or adopted Pittsburgher.
An adopted Pittsburgher calls Pittsburgh their closest big City. So you can live in Altoona, Erie, Weirton or Stuebenville. Or just about any place in between just so yunz call yourself Pittsburghers. No cheating here, it's okay to be adopted.
2. All Pictures will become property of PositivelyPittsburghLiveMagazine.com and will be compiled into a video with music to be shown on http://pplmag.com during the month of July.
3. Staff Members and PPL Mag Page and Channel Owners may post their pictures and memories but will not be elibible for the judging.
4. Judging will be accomplished by PPL Mag Staff and Channel Owners by Voting.

Thanks for participating. We LOVE Memories and Pictures at PPL Mag.

What are the Top Ten Things Clients, Prospects, Suspects Should Know About You
I will start with PPL Mag just off the top of my head.

1. PPLMag is Pittsburgh's First Internet Radio and TV Network.
2. It is also an Online Community Magazine with Lots of Good News About Pittsburgh and surrounding areas.
3. Positively Pittsburgh Live has over 60 Channels and Pages with many more to appear online soon.
4. PPL Mag and Forum is free to the public to use. All you have to do is register at the big yellow button on the home page to post on calendar and in the forum.
5. At PPL Mag you can watch videos, listen to radio shows and read articles, check the calendar and discuss in forums.
6. PPL Mag is run on user generated content, that means Pittsburghers provide all of the free and paid for content on the site.
7. Once a week, everything posted on the site can be viewed in an online turning page magazine complete with live links to PPLMag Internet radio and TV shows.
8. PPLMag calendar contains both free and ticket events.
9. If you are a business owner, professional or non-profit, you can purchase your own audio or video channel or print page on PPLMag.com
10. PPLMag.com enjoys 110,000 average downloads per month which means viewers are viewing and listeners are listening.

Now Post the top Ten Things About Your Business HERE.

Steeltown Hero

National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, Mid-Atlantic Chapter Announces Election of New Leaders for 2013-2015

The Mid-Atlantic Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) today announced the election of new leaders to its Executive Committee and Board of Governors. David Solomon, WQED-TV Executive Producer of local production in Pittsburgh,

David Solomon

has been elected to serve as the chapter’s president.

Solomon is recognized for writing and producing some of WQED’s most compelling documentaries including nationally-distributed “Long Road Home” in 2011.

Before joining WQED in 2000, Solomon spent 13 years as a news and programming producer at KDKA-TV. He served as NATAS Awards Chair for four years and a Governor-At-Large for two years.

Solomon is the chapter’s first president from Pittsburgh. Along with Solomon, the following officers have also been elected to serve a one-year term.

To view the full press release click here.

Veterans and Military News

The Steel City Vets Classic! The Steel City Vets Classic is sponsored by the Steel City Vets (SCV) and the OIF/OEF Veterans and The Veterans Support Foundation (VSF) - a non-profit charitable organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for deserving veterans and their families. It is hoped that this will be an annual event on behalf of both organizations.

The Steel City Vets’ goal is to provide support and guidance to Post 9/11 era veterans in the Greater Pittsburgh and Western PA area. Their support begins throughout the vet’s transition and continues as needed. The SCV works in conjunction with other nationally based veteran’s groups.

The SCV is a “home grown Post 9/11 Veteran Support group created and run by Post 9/11 Veterans”! They also provide Pittsburgh and Western PA Veterans with assistance in VA filing and other services.

According to the SCV their goal is “to make sure our Veterans know they are not forgotten”!

The Veterans Support Foundation’s (VSF) goal is to enrich the lives of all veterans and their families. They help fund nonprofit organizations in support of veteran related projects throughout the United States.

The VSF also assists disabled veterans and provides transitional and permanent housing for homeless and at risk veterans.

The Steel City Vets Classic is a golf outing designed to raise money for the Veteran Support Foundation. It is the creation of Scott Reed, who now serves as the Director of the event.

Scott wanted to combine his love of golf with his desire to help our Veterans. As a vet himself, Scott (US Army, OIF Vet/SCV Member) understands the issues that face our returning service men and women.

Scott invites you to join them and come out for the Steel City Vets Classic!

When: July 28, 2013
Where: Quicksilver Golf Club
Cost: $75 per golferCost includes 18 holes of golf, cart, and picnic-style banquet
Make check payable to Veterans Support Foundation.
Deadline to register: July 12, 2013.
Format: 4 man scramble
You can find a Registration form and more information about the Steel City Vets Classic here:
www.steelcityvets.com/scvclassic.

To find out more about the Steel City Vets and the Veterans Support Foundation, please visit their websites: www.steelcityvets.com, www.veteransupportfoundation.org

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This was reported as a reproduction of PositvelyPittsburghLive news done by Joanne Quinn-Smith. (c) Joanne Quinn-Smith and PositivelyPittsburghLive(TM) 2013 All rights reserved.

Listen to the show online here.

Tara Darazio is a Positively Pittsburgh Live reporter, an independent copywriter, blogger, article writer, and social media strategist. If you are in need of writing assistance, or need help with your social media efforts connect with Tara on LinkedIn here.

Thursday, June 20, 2013

Positively Pittsburgh Live News 6-17-13 Part 1

Positively Pittsburgh Live News Part 1

6-17-13

Listen to the show online here.

Co hosting with the TechnoGranny today, JoAnn Forrester of the EmpressofBiz Talkcast and syndicated channel broadcaster at PPLMag.com.

PPL Good News Segments Today: WHERE IN THE WORLD IS TECHNOGRANNY: Something Big Visionary Performing Arts Academy, Watch for National Roll out of Eventsburgh.com,Back by Popular Demand, Power, Influence and Profit of E-Book Publishing

CULTURAL CLUES: Soul Factory Motown at the Museum. Kopit and Yeston's Phantom, CLO Discounts on Phantom, Auditions for Plaid Tidings at the CLO Cabaret, 2013 Americans for the Arts Annual Convention

KIDS KORNER: 44th season Pittsburgh International Children's Theater, Art Contest for Kids

WOMEN AND GIRLS ADVANCEMENT: Help save VOCA The Victims of Crime Act

BUSINESS BUZZ: Creative Entrepreneurs

HIGH SCHOOL AND UNIVERSITY NEWS: First place finalists Megan Boboige, Founder of Meg's Photo Booth

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Where in the World is TechnoGranny?

At Something Big, where Visionary Performing Arts Academy presented youngsters from babies to high schoolers in an inspirational and entertaining dance review at the Byham Theatre.

Cultural Clues

Soul Factory: Motown at the Museum!
This Friday, June 21st, one of the best parties in town will erupt on the longest night of the year. The summer solstice seems the perfect night for the Mattress Factory museum of contemporary art to host its singular Urban Garden Party.

For its latest installment, the Garden Party provides a hint of the museum's fall 2013 exhibition--Detroit: Artists in Residence--with a benefit bash that takes a cue from the legendary groove, glamour and creative vision of soulful Detroit. Garden-goers will travel back to when outfits were flashier, hairstyles were funkier and 45 rpm was the only speed in town. Dubbed Soul Factory: Motown at the Museum, this year's benefit bash also marks the museum's 35th year.

Arrive early and with an appetite to sample the spread, which will feature 40 of Pittsburgh’s top restaurants and caterers, including All in Good Taste Productions, Bar Marco, E2, Fukuda, Legume, Marty's Market, PGH Taco Truck, Tender, Verde, Wigle Whiskey, and more.

In between noshing, explore interactive art, bid on one-of-a-kind works made from hubcaps and enjoy Motown-themed pop-up performances by Kierra Darshell's Divas of Drag, DJ Zimmie, El Monics, The MadHouse, and Zany Umbrella Circus. Don your grooviest 1960s-era threads and head into the Motown photo booth to create a keepsake. Helping to get your groove on will be headlining act, Vancouver-based DJ The Gaff, who brings his psychedelic soul show to the Northside for just one night.

For the first time in Garden Party history, the Mattress Factory is hosting an official after-party. Following the funk fest, head over to nearby Penn Brewery Make sure to bring your wristband for access to drink discounts.

Just 36 hours later, on Sun., June 23rd, head back to the museum for its annual Community Urban Garden Party, from 1 to 5 p.m. Turn old vinyl record albums into art with Assemble, create work to add to the Museum's upcoming MoTOWN art installation and construct musical instruments from recycled materials for a noise party! On the main stage, enjoy performances by Pittsburgh Heat Hip-Hop Dance Company, theater workshops and performances by The Zany Umbrella Circus, and music by DJ Andrew Edmonds' Vinyl Showcase.

Cast of Pittsburgh CLO's Kopit and Yeston's Phantom
Photo by Matt Polk

Kopit & Yeston’s Phantom
Audiences will be mesmerized by the classic score in Kopit & Yeston’s Phantom June 21- 30 at the Benedum Center. Phantom is back by popular demand and will feature an incredible cast comprised of Broadway stars and Pittsburgh CLO veterans.

From the Tony Award®-winning team of Maury Yeston and Arthur Kopit comes the exquisite masterpiece, Phantom. Based on Gaston Leroux’s timeless love story, Phantom delves into the star-crossed story of the disfigured musical genius known as the Phantom Erik, and his muse, Christine Daaé, the exciting and beautiful ingénue of the Paris Opera. Their musical affair unfolds deep in the catacombs of the Opera house, where Erik finds salvation in Christine’s breathtaking voice. The incredible score features “Home,” “You Are My Own,” and “My True Love.”

Tickets are available online at pittsburghCLO.org, by calling 412-456-6666 or at the Box Office at Theater Square. Groups of 10 or more enjoy exclusive discounts and specialty packages. Call our Group Sales Hotline at 412-325-1582 for more information. Visit pittsburghCLO.org for further information.

Pittsburgh CLO has generously offered a $10 savings on select performances of Phantom and Side By Side By Sondheim to Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Subscribers, PPL is passing it on to you. Use code SAVINGS to receive a $10 discount to Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Phantom and Side By Side By Sondheim!

Pittsburgh CLO to Hold Auditions for the Upcoming Production of Plaid Tidings at the CLO Cabaret
Auditions for Plaid Tidings at the CLO Cabaret at Theater Square, directed and choreographed by Guy Stroman. Principals must be available October 21, 2013 – January 12, 2014.

A cast of four men ages 20’s to 30’s that can sing close, four-part harmony in the
style of the “guy groups” of the late 1950s/early 1960s (The Four Lads, The Hi-Los, The Four Aces); the style is not do-wop or 50s-60s rock. The solo material is in the style of the popular singers of that period (i.e. Perry Como, Johnny Mathis).

JINX: High Tenor, FRANKIE: Tenor/High Baritone, SPARKY: Baritone/Tenor, SMUDGE: Bass/Baritone

By appointment – 11:00 am to 7:00 pm on Friday, July 19 at the CLO Academy. Callbacks will be Saturday, July 20. Please call or email to schedule an audition time.
Pittsburgh CLO Academy, 130 Academy Avenue, 8th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Requirements:
Auditioners should prepare two songs of their best material; one uptempo and one ballad. Bring legible sheet music in the correct key.

Applications can be downloaded from our website, www.pittsburghclo.org/pages/clo_auditions or picked up at the audition.Requests for an audition appointment should be e-mailed to CabaretAuditions@pittsburghclo.org, and include a preferred time range, which will be honored as sign-ups permit. If e-mail is not available, please call 412-281-3973 x 234. E-mail is highly preferred.

From Our Friends at Pittsburgh Today
Last week more than 1,000 arts and community leaders convened in Pittsburgh for the 2013 Americans for the Arts Annual Convention. Pittsburgh is a fitting host for this conference; over the last several decades, Pittsburgh has met a challenge faced by many other regions: growing an arts audience in a slow-growth city with an aging population. In advance of the Americans for the Arts Conference, PittsburghTODAY is releasing a report titled, The Arts Engine, exploring how Pittsburgh's arts initiatives have created a national community development model.

The entire report, including five sub-stories about specific components of the region's arts scene, can be found on our website by clicking here.

Thanks for your interest, Douglas Heuck, Program Director, PittsburghTODAY

Kids Korner

The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announces the 44th season Pittsburgh International Children's Theater 2013-2014 Family Series

The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust is pleased to announce the 2013-2014 Pittsburgh International Children’s Theater Family Series. Now in its 44th season, the Family Series will present award-winning, professional theater companies featuring live performances for young audiences ages 3 and up.

Performances based on prize-winning and popular children’s books adapted for the stage by Theatreworks USA (USA), Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia (Canada), and Big Wooden Horse Theatre Company (UK) can be seen at various locations throughout the Pittsburgh area. Hand Made Theatre (Russia) will present a U.S. premiere choreography that creates a magical world of trains, boats, ticking clocks, flocks of birds and more. New to the 2013-2014 Family Series is a series special, Junie B. Jones by Theatreworks USA. School matinee performances for some shows will be held on Mondays at 10:15 a.m., at the Byham Theater.

Citizens Bank is the season sponsor of Pittsburgh International Children’s Theater 2013-14 Family Series. Read the entire release here.

Art Contest for Kids
Calling all kids! Anchorpoint Counseling Ministry needs your help to design artwork for the First Annual Golden Anchor Gala. Put your creative talents to good use by answering the question, "What does HOPE mean to you?" If your drawing is chosen, it will be used for the logo and artwork promoting the gala! The contest is open to all youth under the age of 18.

RULES: Kids may choose any medium to create a piece of original art that explores the question, "What does HOPE mean to you?"

WINNERS: Three winners will be selected - 1st prize will receive $50 and the artwork will be used in promotional materials for the gala, 2nd and 3rd place winners will each receive $25.

DEADLINE: All entries must be submitted by July 1st. Entries must be submitted using the official entry form - found HERE.
For more information about the contest, click HERE.

Women and Girls Advancement

Help save VOCA: The Victims of Crime Act

We need your help to lobby Congress to exempt VOCA, the Victims of Crime Act, from federal sequestration. VOCA is a non-taxpayer fund that does not contribute to the national debt.

It is estimated that cuts to VOCA will result in 785,000 victims, annually, not being able to receive the services that they need. This includes victims of domestic violence.
WC&S depends on VOCA support to help us provide our clients with quality services.

We need YOU to call your U.S. Representative! What to say? Use this simple message..

"I urge you to sign on as a co-sponsor of HR 2238, the bill recently introduced by Representatives Tim Costa and Ted Poe--co-chairs of Congress' Victims' Rights Caucus--to exempt the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) from federal sequestration!" click here for a complete sample letter

Find your Representative here!
You can find your Congress-person on Facebook and urge them to co-sponsor HR 2238 to exempt the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) from federal sequestration! Link to WC&S' page here! Tweet using #VOCA! Tweet your Representative with: Rep. [Twitter handle] pls sign on to HR2238 to exempt Crime Victims Fund from sequestration. Pitt victims of crime are counting on you! #VOCA. You can also tag WC&S in your tweets! Visit our Twitter here!

Thank you so much for your continued support of WC&S and all victims of crime and domestic violence. With your help we can make a difference.

Sincerely, Shirl Regan, President/CEO

Business Buzz

Jessica Lee

"Jessica Lee's Entrepreneurial Thursdays"
Musical Networking Happy Hour, EVERY THURSDAY!!! Cover Charge: Only $5.00

Vocalist Jessica Lee & Friends, Little E's Jazz & Blues Club,949 Liberty Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15222, 2nd Floor above Mahoney's Restaurant, 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Pre-show networking session at 5:30 pm. Informal matchmaking for job seekers, employers & new entrepreneurs! Live music starts at 6:00 pm.

June 20, 2013: " Creative Entrepreneurs"
Featuring interviews with: Co-host Amy Calligaro, Miche Handbags www.amycalligaro.miche.com
Jared Clemens, Swing Dance Instructor, Lindyhop, Charleston, Blues, and Jitterbug www.jar4edclemens.weebly.com
Michael M. Kadrie, President/Chief Creative Officer - zoetifex Studios http://www.zoetifex.com/
George Mendel, Photography www.GeorgeThomasMendel.com
Vince Ornato, Artist, Vince The Artist, Vince Ornato Jr. Fine Art Caricature Artist, Vince Ornato

Community Interview: Who's Your Brother" http://www.whosyourbrother.com/
with Wade Redcross, the founder and Debi Arnett, Business Development Manager

High School and University News

2013 George W. Tippins Regional Business Plan CompetitionAfter several rounds of pitching business ideas to a variety of volunteer judges, the 28 competitors in this year event narrowed down to the top three (3) finalists in two divisions:

The Up-Start Division ---for young people in the early stage of developing and forming their business concept (generally in our introduction level program). Products and services are in “prototype” development, relying greatly upon preliminary feedback from potential consumers regarding quality, value and pricing.

The Start-Up Division—for young owners who have actually started their enterprise and have a year or more of direct experience with consumer sales, revenue generation and management.

The three finalists presented their business plans and pitched judges in their respective division’s final round on June 6, 2013 at the Rivers Club

The outcome is as follows:

Up-Start DivisionFirst place finalist: Derica Sanchez, Founder of DERI
The business creates custom designed dog collars. Derica is part of Entrepreneuring Youth’s program at Urban Pathways Charter School where she is completing 10th grade.

Start Up Division

Megan Boboige

First place finalist is Megan Boboige, Founder of Meg’s Photo Booth
The business sells Meg’s photographs printed in high resolution on canvas. Meg is part of Entrepreneuring Youth’s program in Beaver County delivered through a partnership with the Franklin Center and the Community College of Beaver County. Meg is completing the 11th grade at Moon Area High School.

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