It’s spring again in Pittsburgh and the city is celebrating with an April calendar full of fun events. Here are a few we’re looking forward to most:
- PIX: Pittsburgh Indie Comix Exposition
The Indie Comix Exposition will take play on April 2 at 10 S. 19th Street in South Side. This free event will feature work from local cartoonists and comic book artists as well as connections to the international scene. If you’re a creator, producer, publisher, or even just a comic book fan, you don’t want to miss this exposition.
“Setting up shop on the South Side, the region’s first-of-its-kind expo of creator-owned, self-published, small press and handmade comics is the brainchild of Copacetic Comics Company owner Bill Boichel, co-presented by Pittsburgh’s own ToonSeum . PIX-goers can peruse and purchase works from 50-plus exhibitors, hear artist presentations, attend creator panels and more. This year’s lineup of literati features everyone from Zippy the Pinhead creator Bill Griffith and author Derf Backderf, to RAWalum Kaz and Blammo creator Noah Van Sciver. You can even channel your inner cartoonist at workshops led by artists Frank Santoro and Juan Fernandez offered concurrently at Carnegie Library’s South Side Branch.”
- Jazz Appreciation Month
You can check out a series of jazz concerts being hosted throughout Jazz Appreciation Month (JAM) in the Cultural District. These April jazz events are a great way to prepare for the JazzLive International Festival in June.
“Don’t miss the kickoff concert when jazz powerhouses team up to present “4 Generations of Miles” at Cabaret at Theater Square. Witness history in the making when award-winning drummer Jimmy Cobb teams up with Grammy-nominated guitarist Mike Stern, bassist extraordinaire Buster Williams, and alto sax giant Sonny Fortune. It will be hard to sit still during this eclectic homage to Miles’ profound legacy. The series continues April 9 at the August Wilson Center, where soulful singer Maysa will woo audiences with her smooth jazz stylings and impressive vocal range. On April 12, Grammy-winning saxophonist Gary Bart will heat things up at Cabaret. Jazz Month culminates on April 26, when Grammy Award-winning Jesus “Chuchito” Valdes will dazzle crowds with the Latin jazz sounds of his talented trio. View all JAM events.”
- Pittsburgh Earth Day
From April 21-24 you can celebrate renewal with Pittsburgh Earth Day’s Steel to Sustainable series. The series will feature four days of free events showcasing the region’s history and revitalization.
“The green scene kicks off April 21st with the Ecolution fashion show and cocktail soiree at the Fairmont. See how recycled and reused materials are transformed into haute couture with a conscience as local designers present runway-ready wares. On April 22nd, fuel up on local grub at the solar powered Food Truck Festival, enjoy live music by Molly Alphabet, the Armadillos and Beagle Brothers in Mellon Square and peruse earth-friendly products and services in Market Square. On Friday night, don’t miss the all-ages “Art and Local Showcase” at the convention center. On April 23rd, head to Carrie Furnace for a festival featuring Soundwaves Steel Band, Colonel Eagleburgers HighStepping Goodtime Band, Daily Grind, food trucks, craft brews, and the Hard Hat Art Project. Cap it all off at the TEDxPittsburgh Sunday brunch to hear inspiring talks exploring sustainability. View all Earth Day events.”
What events are you most looking forward to this month in Pittsburgh?
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