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10 Things to Actually Do in Steel Valley This Summer!

10 Things to Actually Do in Steel Valley This Summer! Summer is one of the best times to explore everything the Steel Valley has to offer. Whether you're a longtime resident, a newcomer to the area, or someone looking for things to do near Pittsburgh, Homestead, Munhall, and West Homestead are filled with unique experiences, local events, outdoor recreation, arts, entertainment, and community celebrations. To help you plan your summer, we've put together ten great ways to experience the Steel Valley. 1. Walk, Run or Bike the GAP Trail The Great Allegheny Passage (GAP Trail) is one of the region's greatest outdoor assets. Stretching from Pittsburgh to Cumberland, Maryland, the trail passes directly through the Steel Valley and offers beautiful river views, historic landmarks, and easy access to local businesses, restaurants, and attractions. Whether you're walking, jogging, biking, or simply enjoying the scenery, the GAP Trail is a perfect way to experience the community. 2. Explore & Experience History Few communities can tell the story of American industry like the Steel Valley. Visit Rivers of Steel destinations including the historic Pump House and Carrie Blast Furnaces. Take a guided tour, attend a workshop, explore industrial art experiences, or learn how […]

How to Spot Counterfeit Beanie Babies (the "Furpile" video compendium) at the Glitterbox Theater

How to Spot Counterfeit Beanie Babies (the “Furpile” video compendium) at the Glitterbox Theater | June 20

The Glitterbox Theater 210 W 8th St, Homestead

How to Spot Counterfeit Beanie Babies (the "Furpile" video compendium) at the Glitterbox Theater This screening will include work by Jackie Blue, Lucie Cartwright, Jennifer Marie Cella, Cecelia Condit, flavushh, Jodie Mack, Eleanor McQueeney, Bea Orlandi, Tex Saber, and Mark Zubrovich (among others). More information about the show, including other ways to view these sculptors, is available here: https://whose.neocities.org We have used toys the same way for the length of human history. All that time, we have asked, what do these toys do when we're not playing with them? "How to Spot Counterfeit Beanie Babies" is a grey market VHS tape released in 1998. The tape itself is auxiliary to a speculative market surrounding Ty's line of Beanie Baby stuffed animals which, for a few short years, would demand price points in the thousands before abruptly cratering in value at the close of the 20th century. The tape was not produced by the Ty corporation, though it was permitted to use the company's branding off the books, as the point of the tape was to signify the value of the company to the niche set of whale investors who propped up the Beanie bubble in question. The Beanie bubble is […]

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