Out of Body is coming to the Irma Freeman Center! Featuring Pittsburgh artists Maritza Mosquera, Sarah Zeffiro, Tom Sarver & David Montano. 🖼️ Opening: Nov. 6 | 6–9 PM 🖼️ Closing: Dec. 4 | 6–9 PM Both receptions take place during Unblurred: First Friday on Penn Ave!

Have a say in your neighborhood’s future! Join the BGC & City Planning to learn about 6 proposed townhomes at 408 N. Pacific Ave., ask questions & share your thoughts. 📅 Mon., Nov. 9 | 6 PM 📍 Zoom Meeting ID: 830 0287 6820 Passcode: DAM Everyone welcome!

Missed October's Unblurred: First Friday? November is almost here! Explore local art, live music & performances, grab dinner or drinks & enjoy Penn Ave. Come out & support our creative community. 📅 Nov. 6 | 6–10 PM 📍 4800–5500 blocks of Penn Ave. 🎟️ Free

Your neighbors got the latest update. Did you? Stay in the loop with BGC's newsletter! 🔵 Neighborhood news & construction updates 🟢 Resources for residents & businesses 🟠 Events, Unblurred: First Friday & more! Don't be the last to know! 📩 bloomfield-garfield.org/

🎉 The 22nd Annual Aggie Brose Awards are coming this November! Join BGC as we celebrate 50 years & honor Nasir Crownie, Bill Cornell, Cathy Niederberger & Scott Brown! 📅 Nov. 20 ⏰️ 11:30 AM 📍 Priory Grand Hall 🎟️ bloomfield-garfield.org/lunc…

Looking for a spot to unwind on Penn Ave? 🍸 Mary's has you covered! 📍 5128 Penn Ave. Happy Hour: Mon–Sat, 5–7 PM Sad Hour: Tuesdays, midnight–close, with half-off wells, drafts & signature cocktails! Stop by & check out what's happening on Penn Ave!

We're throwing it back this Thursday to Stoop Games at The Rotunda! 🎲 This free community series brings neighbors of all ages together for games, music & connection! 📍 333 N. Negley Ave. Check out upcoming events & get involved! 🔗 rotundapgh.com/

Join Evolve Coaching for its 14th Annual Evening of Arts for Autism! Celebrate autistic artists at this Diwali-inspired Festival of Lights, featuring art, performances & auctions. 📅 Oct. 17 | 7–10 PM 📍 Bitz Opera Factory, 2425 Liberty Ave. 🎟️ evolve-coaching.org/events

☕ After nearly 9 years, Friendship Perk N Brew has closed its doors. In the latest Bulletin, owner Nick Redondo reflects on the café's closure & the memories made along the way. Stay up to date on news in Bloomfield, Garfield & beyond! 🔗 bloomfield-garfield.org/the-…

Fall Clothing Swap at Bantha Tea Bar! Refresh your wardrobe & give pre-loved clothes a new home! Bring freshly washed, gently used clothing to swap with neighbors. 📅 Fri, Oct. 16 | 12–6 PM 📍 5002 Penn Ave. Food & drinks available. Leftover items will be donated.

Join @AlleghenyCW for our next Greenzone Cleanup! Help us clean up the Winebiddle Street Steps and surrounding hillside. 📅 Saturday, October 17 ⏰ 9 AM–12 PM 📍 Winebiddle Street Steps Sign up today & help care for our neighborhood! 🔗 form.jotform.com/26224407891…

Penn Avenue Phase 2 remains on schedule! In Update 17, crews are working between Aiken & Graham and Evaline & Pacific, with more roadway work coming up. Broad St. is also becoming one-way westbound from Negley to Aiken. No new traffic or parking impacts are expected.

Join us tonight for October’s Unblurred: First Friday, with more happening in the neighborhood as the Garfield Night Market returns for the evening. 📍 Garfield Night Market: 5–10 PM at 113 N. Pacific Ave. 📍 Unblurred: 6–10 PM along Penn Ave. Come enjoy a Friday night with us!

Garfield Community Farm is hosting an evening celebrating community, local food & art! 🌱 📅 Thurs., Oct. 1 | 7–10 PM 📍 Tree Pittsburgh, 32 62nd St. Celebrate their work growing food, educating local youth & building community resiliency. Grab your tickets!

Our neighbors at Passport Academy are hosting their Annual Open House! 🐾 📅 Friday, Oct. 2 ⏰ 5–7 PM Meet teachers & staff, explore classrooms, learn about student resources, and enjoy light refreshments + gift card raffles! Parents, students & community members are welcome!

Our neighbors @bloomfieldpgh are offering new resources for Bloomfield residents! Free cleanup assistance for yards, sidewalks & walkways.Free or low-cost repairs & accessibility improvements for households with seniors. 📧 [email protected] 📞 412-212-3237

State of the Neighborhood is TONIGHT! Hear community updates, connect with neighbors & stay informed about what’s happening in Bloomfield, Garfield & Penn Ave. 📅 Sept. 23 ⏰ 6–8 PM 📍 113 N. Pacific Ave. No registration needed. Just show up or email Rick to add to the agenda.

🚧 Penn Ave Phase 2 Update #16: 📍Atlantic–Aiken: Sidewalks & driveways completed 📍Aiken–Graham: Roadway excavation & curb work continues 📍Evaline–Pacific: Tree pit prep coming up 📍Rain may impact next week’s schedule. No traffic or parking changes anticipated.

Celebrate Pittsburgh’s students & support their futures at La Promesa Foundation’s first annual gala! 📅 Sept. 25 | 6–10 PM 📍 Phipps Conservatory Proceeds support scholarships for Hispanic students across our region. Head to La Promesa’s website to get your tickets!

🦄 Celebrate 15 years of Assemble at the first-ever Unicorn Palooza! 🎪 Carnival games, Unicorny Awards, costumes, music, food & more 📅 Sept. 19 | 6–9 PM 📍 WBU, 1958 Varley St. 🎟️ Head to Assemble’s website to get your tickets!