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This Sunday, June 22, 2025
Registration Opening 8:30
Opening Ceremony 9:30
Walk Kick-Off 10:00
Event Ends 12:00
Be a part of Team Jag… it’s easy. Register ahead of time at this link OR just meet us at Stage AE Sunday and register.
Summer is here and the sunset at Frick Park has never been so beautiful! Picnic, bird watch, or take part in activities at the environmental center all season long.
Ep.5: The Office and The Golden Girls are among HER faves when it comes to TV sitcoms or series, and no surprise that Dr. Fitzgerald is a fan of the Pitt. The women discuss how can a white woman be an ally to people of color and in what ways, and the underlying consensus is to start by asking questions, but educate yourself before just “doing.”
Behind the scenes fun fact: The question was placed into the bowl minutes before the cameras rolled, and the conversation was one of the most new and raw the ladies had.
A recent visit to Ireland included a trip to Howth, a fishing town about 45 minutes outside of Dublin via tram. As you can see from the photo, it’s beautiful.
The photo was taken from a paved path that leads up to an overlook including a stop at “Balscadden House” which was the home of poet/writer W.B. Yeats between 1880-1884.
The walls along the cliff path and roads to homes like Balscadden House were often built in the 18th or 19th century,
That said… the view is beautiful but, someone thought it was cool to leave 21st century garbage on the wall.
So to put this in true Irish limerick format, “Where the stones remember Yeats’ footsteps, and the sea whispers lines he never wrote. Howth holds its poetry in stone and sky and the Jags are keeping a watchful eye.” Clean up your trash, YaJagoff!
Zachary’s Mission supports families of medically fragile children by providing basic necessities, financial assistance, and programs that nurture emotional well-being. Originally founded by Patricia and Robert Vince as the Zachary Hunter Vince Memorial Fund, Zachary’s Mission recognizes that hospital families face financial and emotional hardships when a child is ill, and we strive to lessen these burdens through our suite of programs.
PRIZE LIST PARTNERS:
Ricci’s Sausage
Mancini Bakery
MaryMac Bakehouse Mixes
Steel City Karting
National Aviary
Caliente Pizza and Drafthouse
Grandpa Joe’s Candy Shop
Pittsburgh Brewing Company
Sweet Florence
PSquare Scents
Join Garden Guru, Doug Oster, and some jags, who will lead us in packing seeds to launch the Community Liver Alliance’s DeLIVERing Hope campaign.
It is a kickoff seed-packing party to learn about ways to support the unique CLA campaign this year from purchasing seeds, an annual, or a perennial sunflower. The sunflower, a symbol of vitality and positivity, exemplifies the mission of the CLA and the seed-packing party is a labor of love to start this unique fundraiser.
Join us on June 25th from 6-8 p.m. at Nova Place (The OLD Allegheny Center Mall) Alloy 26 Lobby at 100 South Commons, Pittsburgh, PA 15212.
Enjoy our signature drink and a night of mocktails, some light bites and great garden tips, all while learning about our seed the need CLA campaign for DeLIVERing Hope. Plus, you are part of the packing! You add the love to the seed packages for this year’s campaign! Let us know you are coming, yajagoff!
https://one.bidpal.net/2025dellivernghope/ticketing(details:ticketing-summary)
*Park in Nova Place’s garage, parking is validated for $5.
Check out the 2nd annual Babesburgh Summer Bash on June 14th from 3–8 PM at Allegheny Landing Park.
This women-powered festival features:
—Local women-owned vendors
—All-female music lineup
—Wine, cocktails, and craft beer
—Wellness + fitness sessions (included with ticket!)
—Art, self-care, food & more!
Tickets start at just $10, with full-access tickets (including drinks!) only $39 — the best deal in the Burgh.
Get your tickets and all the details at https://babesburgh.com.
Sometimes ya show up to help a friend move and it will be “easy” and “done quickly” because they have “a ton of people” coming to help.
Sometimes you show up, on the spur of the moment, to help a family member install an in-window air conditioner and you ask, “do you have a screw driver?” like the box says you need for installation? And they give you THIS!
Do we see a prob here Ya Jagoff?
Ep4: When it comes to what you will find in the panelist’s refrigerators, expect some yinzer staples like pickles, Heinz 57 Ketchup, and IC Light Mango along with some others. Dr. Fitzgerald starts the conversation about personality flaws, if there are such things, and reveals her amazing nick name in elementary school. Behind the scenes fun fact: Rachael and Jocelyn DID NOT plan on wearing the same color but lavender is often associated with qualities like calmness, purity, and tranquility. Just like them.
Big energy this episode! Brunch, NFL Draft Clock. Mexican War Streets and celebrating the 125th anniversary of a local theater with musician/comedian Mark Eddie!
June 22nd… be a part of the Jag team at Stage AE at the Pittsburgh Congenital Heart Walk! Who’s in?
Register HERE.
Doug Heilman is a regular on KDKA’s Pittsburgh Today Live and you’ve seen him on Season 3 of PBS’ The Great American Recipe. Today, he’s showing Monica how to make a perfect dish for the holidays; a Fennel Stuffing Fritta.
MonicaMeet Monica, YaJagoff’s audio producer and morning show host at Q92.9. She’s got Wikipedia knowledge of today’s hit music (because she probably makes stuff up) and is up to date on the latest info from the world of pop culture. Check her out on the radio weekday mornings! And as part of the “Jag Braggers”, Monica is excited to get to know Pittsburghers and their stories. Let her know the family recipes you’d like to share and the best places to visit around Steel City’s 90 neighborhoods!
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John and Rachael are TEA-ing up to add some Pittsburgh art culture to the weekly YaJagoff Late Night Pod. So, this week, they jag around with Patrick Fischer the Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council CEO at the Silver Eye Center for Photography. Patrick spills the TEA on Pittsburgh’s arts scene.
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Mt. Lebo never disappoints! Tressa is back strolling, scooping, and shopping up and down Beverly Road.
Tressa Glover, Jag BraggerA proud Pittsburgh native, Tressa is the creator and host of the Yinz Are Good podcast, which shares the good news and good deeds that are going on in the Greater Pittsburgh area. Tressa is also an actor, writer, producer, Jefferson Award recipient, creator of the live sitcom/web series The Sisters Sorella and founder of SWAN Day Pittsburgh. As an actor, she works regionally in theatre, film and tv. Local theatre credits include Pittsburgh Public Theater, City Theatre, Quantum Theatre, Bricolage, PICT, Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre Co., and Arcade Comedy Theater, among others. Film, tv and web credits include A League of Their Own, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, Archive 81, $1, Breakage, My Date With Adam, and I’ll Call You.
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Ya know… we just don’t understand dumb (ALLEGED) criminal jagoffery! I mean….
There is a dealer accused of stealing some $ from the Pittsburgh Rivers Casino.
A dealer at Rivers Casino Pittsburgh was arrested on Friday for a variety of alleged repeated violations while playing blackjack. ____’s actions caused the casino to lose $21,869, TribLive.com reported. The improper dealing was caught on casino surveillance video for 31 hours and was witnessed by agents, police said. (Casino.org)
Seriously, anytime you go to ANY gambling place, other than your local breakfast diner that has those secret poker machines in the back room, you see more people, than you can count, walking around in sport coats with earphone thingies. If you look up on to the ceiling, you see more cameras then a camera store. Good working documenting your ALLEGED crimes on the company security system, Ya Jagoff!
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Those pics are a deer crossing the street in the middle of the Brighton Heights section of the City of Pittsburgh. As a matter of fact, it’s a pretty busy 5-way intersection and the deer is CLEARLY not following the “Don’t Walk” signal.
Hate it when Rudolph’s family puts us in the position of calling them (vs. culling them, get it?) names but…
All over the rural areas, deer have their own, clearly marked Deer Crossings. Rudy Jr, When you’re in the City, follow the 2-legged Don’t Walk signs or suffer the fines… Ya Jagoffs!
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SUMMARY:
We did it! We gathered guests that are promoting the holiday Pittsburgh positivity… Alison Yee (Alloy 26), Nick Paradise explained the Peoples Gas association with the Market Square holiday market. Jack Dougherty gives the entire Highmark Light-Up Night “tea,” and Melina Bowser… well.. put her new release “If I Could,” on your Santa list!
SPONSOR INFO:
Thanks to Peoples Gas, call 811 before you dig into any kind of home project, it is the law. Check out our where ya at and Jeet Jet videos with our jag braggers Tressa Glover and Monica Salazar.
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The jags jag around with Stephanie Rouch, Co-Founder of Paradigm Expansions, who is joining with Babesburgh to celebrate health and wellness throughout November. Journey through your 7 chakras (energy centers) with Paradigm Expansions in a fun, interactive, accessible environment. In this 2-hour workshop, we will demystify the 7 chakras, experience soothing guided meditation, and build meaningful connections with others
Info and tickets: Babesburgh.com
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Rising Country star Tori Martin will make her debut performance in Pittsburgh, PA on Thursday, November 14 when she opens for Drew Baldridge at the Crafthouse Stage and Grill. And yes, there is a Pittsburgh area connection: her label, LuckySky Music, is run by two Youngstown, Ohio natives – hit songwriter Kirsti Manna and in-demand record producer Bill Warner.
Show details/tickets: CrafthousePGH.com
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Miceties, snarleyboxes, and regalia – all the beautiful creations you never knew you needed! Tressa Glover DiGiulio from Yinz Are Good stops by the Illustrious Order of Makesmiths in Blawnox to check out the artistic oddities and open workshop!
Tressa Glover, Jag BraggerA proud Pittsburgh native, Tressa is the creator and host of the Yinz Are Good podcast, which shares the good news and good deeds that are going on in the Greater Pittsburgh area. Tressa is also an actor, writer, producer, Jefferson Award recipient, creator of the live sitcom/web series The Sisters Sorella and founder of SWAN Day Pittsburgh. As an actor, she works regionally in theatre, film and tv. Local theatre credits include Pittsburgh Public Theater, City Theatre, Quantum Theatre, Bricolage, PICT, Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre Co., and Arcade Comedy Theater, among others. Film, tv and web credits include A League of Their Own, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, Archive 81, $1, Breakage, My Date With Adam, and I’ll Call You.
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You know… they say the size of a person’s truck is inversely proportional to the size of their……. wait for it…. ability to PARK!!
The cool thing is, they parked nice and straight like, almost perfectly… except for the taking-too-many-spaces thingy. This is one of those cases were you wish that the lines were actual blades, buried into the ground that could shoot up and slice the big rig above it, into equal parts!
Hey big-truck guy…hoping that you don’t pee like you park! Because, if ya do, guessing that your toilet and bathroom floor are a nasty shade of gold (not Pittsburgh black-and-gold gold) more like a crusty gold…YaJagoff!Thanks to Marie Pops on Instagram for being our Honorary Jagoff Catcher today!The post Big Truck Syndrome #PeterParkers Pic first appeared on Ya Jagoff!!!.
Ohhhhhhhh, we’re halfway there! What else comes to mind when looking at this picture? Just Jon Bon Jovi’s halfway there right?
Long-time jag, Robin, found this treasure in a parking lot in August. How many feet over the line is it? If you aren’t much of a measuring jag like me, just call it three-quarters of a car’s length to be fair.
How do you not open the door to get out and realize it is just so bad? I am known fora crooked park, a catty wumpus deal, but ya can’t tell us the backseat passengers didn’t say SOMETHING to our “Jovi” driver.
Not close and no cigar, yajagoff!
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SUMMARY:
Gang…it took Rachael and Tracy and his wife to have a high school reunion but, we talked to Merril Hoge in this episode, “Find a way!” Holly Palmieri was also kind of involved with the pop-up reunion as she came in to talk about Operation Walk Pittsburgh and one of our musical faves, Tim Vitullo shares some of his new music and Channing Powell from MadeInPgh goes deep into the 412Dos!
SPONSOR INFO:
Thanks to Peoples Gas, call 811 before you dig into any kind of home project, it is the law. Check out our where ya at and Jeet Jet videos with our jag braggers Tressa Glover and Monica Salazar.
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Presenting the 4th annual “Not Your Average Holiday Parade, YaJagoff!” parade.
Saturday, November 30th, OUTSIDE at The Block Northway!
The parade doesn’t move, the hosts do!! No need to block off any Dahntahn streets. The Jags and friends will host the parking lot parade at the upper level outside of the main entrance near DSW.
Rachael and John of the YaJagoff Late Night podcast and KDKA Radio will parade around the parking lot while sitting in the back of a Rohrich Automotive pick-up truck.
They visit parade participants at sponsored stations positioned in the parking lot including Mancini’s Bakery, The Pittsburgh Pirates, Yinz Lidz and a karaoke station with the Pub on Wheels.
Kelly and Elista, 100.7 Star, and some surprise guest hosts will be ready at each station for a Yinzer interview with participants as the JAGS move around the “parade” area.
Of course, THEEEE Santa will make an appearance at the end of the parade, then will be inside The Block Northway for photos. Photos with Santa will be available for a donation to the Pittsburgh emergency emergency medicine foundation. PEMF is a Pittsburgh nonprofit organization that funds research projects in emergency medicine.
Join us as an onlooker and be a part of the ongoing tradition, YaJagoffs:
- Saturday, November 30th
- 10 a.m.
- Block at Northway
- Pictures with Santa until 2 p.m.
The parade will also be streamed online via the TribLive website, the YaJagoff Facebook page and YouTube channel.
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It would appear that we have butter-dish issues. I have deployed the Jagoff-estrator highlighting the situation.
Someone utilized the “soft” butter for their toast, pancakes, waffles, pasta… whatever… and then left this cubic-centimeter of butter for the next person… ME. And it never once occurred to the previous butter-er that someone else might want some “soft” butter today.
And was there really no more room on their toast, pancakes, waffles, pasta … whatever… for this little bit more of butter causing them to either refill it or wash it? I mean, you’re using butter. There’s a heart catheterization in your future at some point no matter what.
Someone paleeeeeeze take 10.499331178 seconds out of your morning to refill the butter dish. Just like you, I ALSO prefer soft butter because scraping clumps of cold butter across pieces of toast pretty much leaves me a counter top full of large chunks of toast with clumps of butter on them and fingers full of butter and…..HUNGRY!!!
One final warning for the butter-eaters in my house, the Liam Neeson calls are about to start, Ya Jagoffs!
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Jaggin’ Around With…. Lea Kinneman, co-owner of Bully Max, which started in a garage in Sheraden and now serves the world… literally… dog food! Bully Max is an official sponsor if the Guardian Angel Medical Service Dogs Mutt Strut this Saturday morning at the Great Lawn!
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Tressa trekked up to Allentown just to see Bottlerocket Social Hall’s custom hotdog cart!
Tressa Glover, Jag BraggerA proud Pittsburgh native, Tressa is the creator and host of the Yinz Are Good podcast, which shares the good news and good deeds that are going on in the Greater Pittsburgh area. Tressa is also an actor, writer, producer, Jefferson Award recipient, creator of the live sitcom/web series The Sisters Sorella and founder of SWAN Day Pittsburgh. As an actor, she works regionally in theatre, film and tv. Local theatre credits include Pittsburgh Public Theater, City Theatre, Quantum Theatre, Bricolage, PICT, Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre Co., and Arcade Comedy Theater, among others. Film, tv and web credits include A League of Their Own, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, Archive 81, $1, Breakage, My Date With Adam, and I’ll Call You.
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Join Mary Beth and Santonio Holmes for an inspiring yoga journey in today’s #WhereYaAt! Discover how yoga has transformed their lives, from mental clarity to physical strength, and why it’s accessible for everyone. And learn more about next week’s Gentle Yoga for a Cause.
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The first few years of our existence we just used the tagline ya jagoff, for everything. How have ya been ya jagoff? Whatcha eating, yajagoff?
As the Jag brand grew, we made it our mission to coin ya jagoff a term of endearment. Sure, it remained our duty to call out jags who drive like crazies, park like lunatics, and show up in headlines for stupid criminal acts. But, for the most part, we amplified and elevated small businesses, unique jobs, and proud Pittsburghers.
So, for a year-and-a-half we have waited for the copyright of our name. As long as no jag tries to claim it theirs in the next 30 days, we will be the legit, OG, ONLY YaJagoff! existing. Adding those two little letters created a title, a term a brand, and soon a copywritten title. Let the countdown begin, yajagoff!
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We absolutely love dumb criminal jagoffery! It really is part of the essence as to why we started the blog. And, when they are caught on camera in an unflattering manner, we love that even more than when Aunt Minty would cut the heads off of everyone dressed so nicely in their Easter pictures!
As if the South Side hasn’t had it’s “fun-times” exposed enough, here’s another one. Supposedly, the local bar left the door to the liquor storage open for a bit (remember your parent’s liquor cabinet?). This couple, ALLEGEDLY decided to help themselves to some liquor. See Story: KDKA News.
Hey South Side Bonny and Clyde… as we say allllll of the time, do you know know that there are cameras in EVERY corner of the world at this point?? I mean, it’s one thing to get caught on camera ALLEGEDLY stealing some alcohol but… with that gut and pot-hole-sized belly button?? If you’re gonna do this again, PA-leeeeze get a gym membership first… Ya Jagoffs!
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SUMMARY:
Yesssss we talked about the 2026 hostint of the NFL draft. But we went totally EEEEvent heavy this episode! Jerad Bachar, CEO of Visit Pittsburgh. Channing and Chelsie from MadeInPGH, “Iconic Pgh.” The City of Pittsburgh special events coordinator Melissa Culbertson and Kevin McCarthy of the band Vento, Ziggy, Hawk & McCarthy is releasing a new LP. Angie and Jeremy from DiscoverTheBurgh hit up the 412Dos this week!
SPONSOR INFO:
Thanks to Peoples Gas, call 811 before you dig into any kind of home project, it is the law. Check out our where ya at and Jeet Jet videos with our jag braggers Tressa Glover and Monica Salazar.
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The Jag dance cards are pretty full from this weekend through October, and we are so excited!
We start by laughing this Sunday with Collin Chamberlin at the Improv and finish our jaunts on 10/26 judging funny, scary and overall best costumes at the Leaning Cask. We still need costume ideas in fact!
In between our fun bookend events we are raising awareness and funds for some amazing Pittsburgh organizations.
10/4 we are splattered in paint to benefit 412Thrive and we urge you to bring your jagoff pup 1on 10/5 and win $100 from us at the Mutt Strut for the Guardian Angel Service Dogs at the Great Lawn.
Tuesday, 10/8 we downward dog with Santonio Holmes and other Steelers alum to benefit Sickle Cell research and on 10/12 we play Let’s Make a Deal to help Cousin Lisa help the Lemieux Foundation at the Block Northway. Just like the game show, dress up, ya jagoff!
Catch us at Market Square for the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership’s Oktoberfest festivities on 10/5, 10/6 and 10/12, 10/13 to bring community and culture to dahntahn!
Who is joining us at all of these events? How about 9? 7? Better see yinz at least once, yajagoff!
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For those of you who haven’t been to the Strip District lately, it’s had a few changes, but some of the traditional spots like Mancini’s Bakery are still there. Channing Powell of MadeInPgh takes us to 3 stops in the Strip: Putt Shack, Aslin Beer, and Mancini’s for a pepperoni roll!
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Jaggin’ Around With…. Collin Chamberlin (John’s son). He’s coming home Sunday, 9/29 to headline a show at the Pittsburgh Improv.
Get tickets at Improv.com/Pittsburgh.
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Gabby and Louie of @ThePlacesGabGoes on Instagram gave us another canine version of JeetJet. Gabby walks us through a very healthy recipe including ground turkey meet as she prepares din-din for Elmer and Louie! Don’t forget about the Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Mutt Strut on October 5th.
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We know that not everyone is a dog-lover but, even then, ya gotta have a heart for this story.
Here’s an excerpt from the story on TribLive.com.
As they often did, Willard Martz and his 10-year-old Airedale terrier, Lucky, went for a ride Monday morning.
When Martz parked outside the East Huntingdon Tractor Supply about 8:45 a.m., leaving a window open for his companion, and headed into the store, someone came up behind him, said his daughter, Linda Folino.
The person reached into his pocket, grabbed his keys and took off with the silver 2016 Ford Focus with Lucky inside. Martz, 87, was not hurt.
So the car is gone. The dog is gone. Mr. Martz is devastated as expected.
To the dog/car captor, take the car.. take it wherever you want… but… even YOU must have a heart…that will have you drop Lucky off safely some place. If you’re stealing a car, you certainly don’t have the means to take care of a dog, Ya Jagoff.
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We want your team … (of 3 or 4) this Saturday.
YaJagoff will be hosting a GREAT Yinzer Olympics featuring the Iron City Beer Can Race, Fort Pitt Bridge Twister, Pittsburgh Pretzel Jello Salad eating contest and more so get your teams of 4 ready!!! ICONIC PGH is taking over your regularly scheduled Market at the Terminal on Saturday, September 28th with a Block Party hosted by Made in PGH.
You can immerse yourself in “yinzer” in a free-to-join celebration of community, featuring food, drinks, live music, interactive experiences, local vendors, games and more.
See ya, Saturday, the 28th from 11-6 in the Strip District, Ya Jagoffs!
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SUMMARY:
Our weekly mission is to celebrate the nostalgic Pittsburgh AND the future of Pittsburgh. We did that this week. Newsapalooza is coming via the Point Park CMI, Lucas Piatt is creating fun with the roll out of a UFC gym (number 2), Pittsburgh Oktoberfest, a Ferris Wheel on the Clemente Bridge… WHAT? Yeppir.. And Dr. D from the Stone Throwers crushes this week’s music segment. Jack Dougherty from the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership has the 412Dos!
SPONSOR INFO:
Thanks to Peoples Gas, call 811 before you dig into any kind of home project, it is the law. Check out our where ya at and Jeet Jet videos with our jag braggers Tressa Glover and Monica Salazar.
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Hey gang! ICONIC PGH is taking over your regularly scheduled Market at the Terminal on Saturday, September 28th with a Block Party hosted by Made in PGH.
You can immerse your self in “yinzer” in a free-to-join celebration of community, featuring food, drinks, live music, interactive experiences, local vendors, games and more.
TEAMS NEEDED:
YaJagoff will be hosting a GREAT Yinzer Olympics featuring the Iron City Beer Can Race, Fort Pitt Bridge Twister, Pittsburgh Pretzel Jello Salad eating contest and more so get your teams of 4 ready!!!
See ya, Saturday, the 28th from 11-3 in the Strip District, Ya Jagoffs!
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A treat for you AND your dog? Tressa and Hazel show us how it’s done in the kitchen making Hazel’s favorite treats! Be sure to check out the Community Mutt Strut on October 5th on the North Shore!
Tressa Glover, Jag BraggerA proud Pittsburgh native, Tressa is the creator and host of the Yinz Are Good podcast, which shares the good news and good deeds that are going on in the Greater Pittsburgh area. Tressa is also an actor, writer, producer, Jefferson Award recipient, creator of the live sitcom/web series The Sisters Sorella and founder of SWAN Day Pittsburgh. As an actor, she works regionally in theatre, film and tv. Local theatre credits include Pittsburgh Public Theater, City Theatre, Quantum Theatre, Bricolage, PICT, Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre Co., and Arcade Comedy Theater, among others. Film, tv and web credits include A League of Their Own, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, Archive 81, $1, Breakage, My Date With Adam, and I’ll Call You.
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Like… isn’t a parking garage… where there’s no pressure from traffic.. where there are clearly marked lines…the EASIEST place to park?
This is the message we received with the photo from a downtown parking garage, “Hopefully this qualifies as a Jagoff move.” Yes, Mr. O’Malley… indeed it does!! The car is straddling 2 handicap spots AND we don’t really see an “H” tag!
To Mr. O’Malley, thanks for being our honorary jagoff catcher. To the #peterparkers driver, we hope you learn how to park before we sentence you to parallel parking with a manual transmission, with an overly full bladder with an electrical wire attached to your Underoos on Pittsburgh’s famous Sycamore Street, Ya Jagoff!!
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School season/fall brings the need for more food in the house. I am talking Sam’s Club greeters welcome me like Norm at Cheers claiming his bar stool. Everything from fruit to grilled cheese crackers and cases of Propel.
But when I open the pantry to get the week’s grocery store list and see the epitome of laziness, I want to slam doors.
Beyond the trail mix that has somehow made its way onto the shelf (because no one in my house did it) was an empty econo-sized box of cereal that was ripped open like savage animals in need of a meal. The worst part, I bought the ripped box only days before and it had one small cereal box left. ONE. Instead of throwing away the box and leaving Tony the Tiger for someone to enjoy for breakfast, or a mid-day snack or evening craving, the last small box was left in its gigantic box ripped and falling off of the shelf.
No worries. Mom will clean it up, make a new store list, put it all away and repeat. However, this store trip may call for some Grape Nuts and Mueslix cereal, ya jagoffs.
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Did we catch ya with the title thinking that we were posting a bad kid? This post is about bad ADULTING!
Was driving along a local road and saw this kid, probs 7 or 8 years old, hanging out the rear, driver’s side car window. The pic misses the magnitude of what we’re classifying as “hanging out.” The kid had their full torso out of the window with their hands up. At times, the kid was also waiving at and reaching out to the cars passing the opposite lane.
We get it. Kids need to have fun in life but.. we also get it.. adults are here to protect kids from themselves .. and.. even more…. some laws, like ones telling you to restrain kids in your car, are here to protect the kids from lazy adults.
Pap, gram, auntie, uncle, mom, dad, good friend.. whomever you are, this ain’t like that special bump on Kennywood’s Jack Rabbit where it’s fun to have a crazy ride. Put that child in a seatbelt, YaJagoff!
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SUMMARY:
Do you know Pittsburgh like Sylvia McCoy? We bet ya don’t! Do you know that it costs $37,000 to train a veteran’s medical service dog? Other than our band, do you know what the number 446 represents? All of these answers… AND the 412Dos for the week, here on YaJagoff Late Night!
SPONSOR INFO:
Thanks to Peoples Gas, call 811 before you dig into any kind of home project, it is the law. Check out our where ya at and Jeet Jet videos with our jag braggers Tressa Glover and Monica Salazar.
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Jenny Lee Swirl Bread has teased its social media audience all month about a new product launch. The Jenny Lee Cinnamon Swirl Scented Candle is now available online. Partnering with local, Mix Candle Co., the mingling of old and new Pittsburgh businesses is making “scents” to Yinzers everywhere.
“We are so excited to bring the cinnamon swirl bread smell from our bakery right into the homes of our fans with this candle,” said Scott Baker, owner of 5 Generation Bakers, makers of Jenny Lee Swirl Bread. “The scent is so spot-on; that at first I didn’t recognize that I wasn’t at the bakery.”
Made with premium-grade fragrance oil and soy wax, Mix Candle Co. was involved from the beginning in this new local collaboration.
“We wanted to work with Jenny Lee Swirl Breads because of their Pittsburgh history,” said Anthony Robinson, regional brand manager at Mix Candle Co. “We had fun customizing their scent, but knew we had to recreate that sense of coziness and happiness that comes along with biting into a slice of their cinnamon swirl bread.”
Order your soooooo Pittsburgh “cinnamonny” candle at JennyLeeSwirlBread.com.…. YaJagoffs! (used in the term of endearment form!)
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Join John and Rachael as they chat with Tom and Mairin Petrone from the Pittsburgh Irish Festival. who share the history and recipe for a classic Irish dish: bread pudding! Learn how to turn stale bread into a delicious dessert passed down from generation to generation, and hear some fun tips like soaking raisins, adding secret ingredients (maybe even chocolate!), and topping it off with a splash of Irish cream.
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Jaggin around with Jessica, Development Director, of The Veteran’s Place. They are holding a cornhole tourny, Monday, September 2, at Acrisure Stadium right in the middle of the Rib Fest! There will be 2 tournaments that run simultaneously – Social and Advanced. Deets and registration here.* + 100 Art Rooney Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212 + Doors Open at 11am + Tournaments begin at Noon The post Jaggin around with Jessica, Development Director, about Cornhole. first appeared on Ya Jagoff!!!.
Join Monica in this week’s #WhereYaAt segment as she visits the Irish Design Center in Oakland with owner Tom. Discover the rich Irish and Celtic heritage behind their unique products, from traditional fishermen’s sweaters to authentic Irish treats. Don’t miss out on this cultural gem in Pittsburgh!
MonicaMeet Monica, YaJagoff’s audio producer and morning show host at Q92.9. She’s got Wikipedia knowledge of today’s hit music (because she probably makes stuff up) and is up to date on the latest info from the world of pop culture. Check her out on the radio weekday mornings! And as part of the “Jag Braggers”, Monica is excited to get to know Pittsburghers and their stories. Let her know the family recipes you’d like to share and the best places to visit around Steel City’s 90 neighborhoods!
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We all know, at this point, that traveling by airplane is no longer that fun, exciting way to travel any more.
Just as soon as the pilot turns off the “Seatbelt” sign, you have those passengers that squeeze out of their window seat, grab their stuff out of the overhead compartment and then STAND in the aisle while they wait for the airplane door to open.
Our point: Yes, the seatbelt sign IS indeed turned off. But the airplane door to the outside is still closed, there’s no where for you to go!
Hey Mr./Ms. I-Have-to-be-the-first-person-off-Because-my-meeting-is-more-important-than-yours, yes, you may have to urinate. Yes, you may have been sitting next to someone who snored like a Midas Muffler commercial or who’s love-handles were touching your bare arm and yes, we ALL want to be the first one at the baggage claim (where we stand around forever anyway).
There’s an unwritten protocol for exiting a plane… HINT: it’s like teaching your daughter how to wipe, FRONT TO BACK!!
Stay in your seats and out of the aisle and take your turn, Ya Jagoffs!
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Joe Glassbrenner is an IBEW Local 5 union electrician, a husband to Taylor, and father of Gabriel, Leo and Felix. He is a lifelong resident of the Brighton Heights neighborhood of Pittsburgh and is the current president of the Brighton Heights Citizens Federation. Most importantly, he brought the first “free fridge” — a refrigerator to provide fresh food to community members who need a little help — to a part of the city known as a dense suburb-like area where most residents own their homes.
Glassbrenner saw a recent Facebook post that read, with a negative connotation, “Wow, what is happening to Brighton Heights?” As a nonconfrontational, technologically simple man, with a flip phone, Glassbrenner proudly posted a statement of positivity. He can tell you a thing or two about the BH.
Growing up in that part of the North Side, Glassbrenner witnessed his share of vandalism, theft and even crime, as happens in many city communities. Moving out was never a consideration, so instead he dug his heels in to build a better living standard. He knew it would be a good place to raise a family because he was raised there with parks and baseball fields and local stores.
“I wanted my kids to know the area where I grew up, familiarize themselves with the Marmaduke Park slide that everyone talked about,” he said. “I figured that I would find a way to work on the neighborhood and put my energy into volunteering to make it better for the community overall.”
The roots of Glassbrenner’s passion for the Brighton Heights community is a natural progression starting with his father, who was on the Brighton Heights Citizens Federation board of directors. At that point, Joe was involved as a volunteer on the various youth committees, including the annual Halloween parade. As an adult, still passionate about developing the Brighton Heights area, he found himself on the board of the Citizens Federation, which connects neighbors and creates opportunities for them to thrive socially and economically.
After 2½ years, there was an opening for president of the organization. In January 2020, when he began his first term, there were many challenges but nothing more challenging than navigating the COVID-19 pandemic just two months into his first term.
Glassbrenner worked with his board to continue the flow of resources, information and meetings without allowing any disconnect between residents and BHCF membership.
During his second term as president, he realized that you’re only as successful as the people on your team. That’s when he began to recruit and assemble a team whose passion aligned with the ideas and interests of what residents considered to be important.
This included officers and a maximum of 16 board members. These dedicated members chair and execute events for 13 committees that encompass safety, sustainability, cleanup initiatives, and fun favorites such as the Halloween parade and the house tour. One major deficit was the means to communicate the initiatives and progress to the community, so he appointed a communications chairperson to jump-start the organization’s communications.
Another missing piece was to establish a relationship with city leadership and officials to better understand operations and legal jargon. Glassbrenner and his team quickly had to learn how to work through land-use projects and the city Planning Department’s functionality. This meant adopting and managing a budget.
Being an electrician brought the necessary building skills to repair and update infrastructure within the community. He has been able to transfer his Local 5 skills through meetings and work process to enhance the committees and opportunities.
He wanted to educate teens and young adults about work opportunities in building trades — specifically how to earn a steady, respectable living.
He and his team created an annual event at which various members of the Western Pennsylvania building trades gather in a local park to demonstrate, with hands-on applications, their trade roles to local neighborhood kids.
“Students from the area gather to watch plumbers, carpenters and pipefitters demonstrate elements of their work. It is a hands-on experience that demonstrates the career opportunities are available to them,” he said proudly.
But tools are needed beyond hammers and nails. Learning Roberts Rules of Order and the legalese of being president of a nonprofit organization was at the top of the neighborhood to-do list.
Glassbrenner enlisted Elaine Glockner to spearhead the welcoming committee activities and fill the role of corresponding secretary. In the past 2½ years, they added just more than 120 participating members to the organization and eliminated old addresses. The membership is currently at 465 and growing every day.
Most recently, the federation, with the help of the Emma Munson Foundation, implemented a “free fridge” service. One of Glassbrenner’s connections, through his children’s previous day care services, asked if he could help place a free fridge in the community. This is a free service for community members to take advantage of healthy food. He not only started the initiative, but he also found the location and stocked it to get it going until the community caught on.
He researched similar projects in New York City and other locations. The challenge was the inability to place the fridge on city property, and to find a privately owned location that would be willing to take on the liability of hosting the fridge. The result was to house the fridge in a church driveway and commission a local artist to paint it.
“People know about the fridge now [and] they make a point to deliver fresh produce and healthier options regularly so others can take advantage of its resource,” said Glassbrenner.
The BHCF depends on the power of volunteers. Unlike other groups, it has no paid staff. It receives no formal funding. With the volunteer fundraising efforts and the businesses that sponsor its events, they have a long record of accomplishments.
In four short years, Glassbrenner started this ball of wax with an example who led the way.
“I’ll say my hero is my dad. I credit my faith, family and friends to my dad. He worked, raised a family and was involved in the community with grace, respect, integrity and honesty. I can model that.”
“YaJagoff!”is a Pittsburgh-centric podcast, blog and video series dedicated to telling the positive stories of Pittsburgh and the surrounding communities. This story is one in a series on Western Pennsylvania doers from a partnership of about 30 regional newsrooms as part of an inaugural Newsapalooza event, Sept. 26-29. The collaborative series demonstrates the power of a story when networked through an entire community. Read more on the event and buy tickets at newsapalooza.org.
Others in the Series:
- The Union Progress: “Give Back King” Jamal Woodson
- Pittsburgh Magazine: A Penn Hills Candy Factory Making Life Sweeter for Folks on the Autism Spectrum
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SUMMARY:
We have music, music, and more music on the podcast! We learn about classical music .. kind of like classical music with training wheels. The Pittsburgh Irish Festival is coming up in a few weeks.. With music! Then the CEO of the August Wilson Center, highlights the upcoming International Jazz Fest and Jazz Train. Finally, we’re treated to a classical violin solo. This week’s 412Dos .. Made in PGH!
SPONSOR INFO:
Thanks to Peoples Gas, call 811 before you dig into any kind of home project, it is the law. Check out our where ya at and Jeet Jet videos with our jag braggers Tressa Glover and Monica Salazar.
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5 years ago this September, Collin Chamberlin moved from Pittsburgh to New York City to further his comedy career. There have been many shows, open mics and “hurry up and waits” along the way.
1 year ago, this September, he headed to Provo, Utah to record a 25-minute comedy special for the very well known Dry Bar video series.
Dry Bar was the first successful project to come out of VidAngel Studios, a company founded in 2016 by Neal and Jeffrey Harmon to create original content for their brand. The Harmon Brothers wanted to create a clean comedy club that didn’t serve alcohol and only spotlighted comedians that kept it funny for people of all ages and backgrounds. Many doubted them, but now, Dry Bar Comedy boasts over 2 billion views.
Last week, Collin’s 25 minute video was released via Dry Bar and he’s taking care of us yinzers. Watch it for free on the Dry Bar website with promo code: COLLINCHAMBERLIN.
Go get it.. YaJagoffs! (the term of endearment kind)
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In today’s #JeetJet, John and Rachael learn how to make beef stew from Tom and Mairin Petrone from the Pittsburgh Irish Festival.
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Tressa is out and about in the North Side with Melissa from Kidsburgh, scoping out the best activities to wrap up summertime with your family!
Tressa Glover, Jag BraggerA proud Pittsburgh native, Tressa is the creator and host of the Yinz Are Good podcast, which shares the good news and good deeds that are going on in the Greater Pittsburgh area. Tressa is also an actor, writer, producer, Jefferson Award recipient, creator of the live sitcom/web series The Sisters Sorella and founder of SWAN Day Pittsburgh. As an actor, she works regionally in theatre, film and tv. Local theatre credits include Pittsburgh Public Theater, City Theatre, Quantum Theatre, Bricolage, PICT, Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre Co., and Arcade Comedy Theater, among others. Film, tv and web credits include A League of Their Own, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, Archive 81, $1, Breakage, My Date With Adam, and I’ll Call You.
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How many dumb criminals can we post on this blog? Especially, ALLEGED criminals that try to hijack the PA Lottery system. Do these people NOT know that there’s about 76 layers of security on those things? Do they not know that there are video cameras in just about every corner of the world let alone, inside a retail lottery location???
Excerpt from TribLive:
A Mt. Pleasant Township woman is accused of taking $100,000 worth of instant lottery tickets from a South Greensburg pizza shop where she worked, according to court papers.
Hey _____, do you not remember the childhood rules… when all of the Oreos are gone from the cookie jar, it’s easy to tell who took the Oreos because of the crumbs on your fingers, your face and the chocolate stuck on your teeth. The trail is pretty easy, YaJagoff!
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You know the water steps on the North Shore? They make for a fun and frolic area at the river’s edge under the watchful eye of the Mr. Rogers statue. Very cute.
The area also makes for a fun and frolic area for the neighborhood geese who sometimes use the walkway as a goose porta potty.
But this day, the goose poop moguls weren’t the only item we were dodging… socks! Are you telling us that someone didn’t realize that they left 2 socks? They didn’t put their shoes on and go .. “Hmmmm! These shoes feel odd and are making my feet sore!”
You’re mother might have taken you to the water steps in your day but she doesn’t live there so clean up your laundry, pick up your socks, YaJagoff!
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SUMMARY:
For the second week… the YaJagoff Late Night gang gathered at 5 Foster Plaza to have a few “pops” and snacks. This week’s guests, a mom/author and her son Jimmy share their story about Jimmy’s triumphant battle over brain cancer, we’re talking the 41 year tradition of polo with Jiff Milliner of Family House and, Pittsburgh’s own, Byron Nash and Jacquea Mae crush this episode’s music segment.
SPONSOR INFO:
Thanks to Peoples Gas, call 811 before you dig into any kind of home project, it is the law. Check out our where ya at and Jeet Jet videos with our jag braggers Tressa Glover and Monica Salazar.
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Ever wonder how traffic jams happen? The science behind them? Boom! This is one example.
There we were, sitting in traffic. Everyone taking their turns to move in, move out, move over… the well known, “zipper merging move,” and then this… just drives right up and inserts the truck into the traffic.
Just like the co-worker or relative that walks up to a group and inserts themselves into a random conversation! Everyone else feels uncomfortable and WANTS to say, “What the …?”
Ok, guy! Just jump on in there. Nobody else needs to get anywhere in a timely manner, YaJagoff!
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Jaggin’ Around With… Pennie’s Bake Shop and Peoples Gas . The Eat, Drink, Help program at Peoples is incredible helpful to small businesses and local nonprofits. Thx to Michael Bestwick for hosting us!The post Jaggin Around With… Pennie’s Bake Shop and Peoples Gas first appeared on Ya Jagoff!!!.
John and Rachael walk their own business neighborhood of the North Shore with Julia from Peoples Gas and Matt from River Life! Riverlife’s Party at the Pier: Galactic, presented by Peoples is Friday August 23, 2024. The event marks two exciting and important milestones for Riverlife – celebrating 25 years of Riverlife and 15 years of Party at the Pier. Tickets are on sale at partyatthepier.com.
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If ya have ever been in an airport, in the grocery store, a hotel lobby, on a bus, WHATEVER and had that person talking loudly on their cell phone, or have ever BEEN that person, this is the perfect gift for you. Especially for the hmmmmm… peeps who walk around Face-timing on speaker!
Look, we all know someone who has tried to sing with headphones on… loud and awful. So what makes anyone think that having two earbuds in talking on the cell phone is any different. The bottom line is, I don’t gave 2 $hi$$ about if you closed on a new order for 1,000 4/32 x 5 1/4 inch valves or if Anna in accounting needs to be counseled about her call-offs. Learn about the INSIDE voice, YaJagoffs!
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Gotta call out a jag whenever it’s appropriate… even if the jag is one of the jags! Make sense?
Here’s the sitch: It was a very busy couple of weeks… we traveled to the National Comedy Center for a VIP bus trip. We went back to the National Comedy Center for a behind-the-scenes video gig as part of their annual comedy festival. We then flew to Philly for a Frontier Airlines challenge. In between those trips, we tried to maintain sanity with changing the podcast venue.
Blah, blah, blah.
With all of the driving and running around trying to maintain sanity, at some point, we continued to smell an increasingly bad smell in the car. Even poor Will R, who is used to traveling around with a load of stanky hockey equipment, wondered what the stench was. Some times the smell was in the car and sometimes it wasn’t.
With Cyril Wecht no longer with us, it was hard to get to the bottom of this mystery.
Well.. the end result.. the stench was a pair of socks, for some reason, stuffed into my work backpack! So the smell was in the car when the backpack was in the car and not in the car when not traveling with the backpack. The smell was progressively awful when the backpack was left, each day, in the car.. .during one of the hottest summers Pittsburgh has had in years!
No idea why the socks were in the backpack but…. mystery solved… the stanky socks were dumped into a garbage can near the ALCOSAN plant… because who would notice there?
Meantime….I’m calling my self a jagoff…. get your $h!t together, JC…. stop carrying your dirty laundry in your backpack… YaJagoff!
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Episode 41 was the very first episode of YaJagoff Late Night from the KDKA-Radio studios! Musician Mark Ferrari, Pittsburgh Pirates alumnus Jason “Grilled Cheese” Grilli and Nick Mancini Hartner joined us….and road through the bumps of a new space. But all enjoyed some Mancini PGH 1.0 Rolls and some Grilli wine!
SPONSOR INFO:
Thanks to Peoples Gas, call 811 before you dig into any kind of home project, it is the law. Check out our where ya at and Jeet Jet videos with our jag braggers Tressa Glover and Monica Salazar.
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Get it, like FriYAY?! Except the yay is quite surreal.
Known as the “Pioneer Broadcasting Station of the World,” and considered the first commercially licensed radio station, KDKA is available on 1020 AM and 100.1 FM. As Pittsburghers, we know the impact those four letters have on listeners. From the longevity and tradition to the content and broadcasters, we will be part of it starting tonight!
Expect to hear our podcast every Friday as a true late-night show after high school football starting on August 23. The coolest part is that we will be on air from 6-10 p.m. tonight and next Friday. You can tune in to John and Rachael starting at 6 p.m. and talking all things Pittsburgh. Audacy will begin hosting our podcast and you can still watch the show at 10 p.m. on Facebook and YouTube.
It is an honor and a true Pittsburgh milestone to be aligned with KDKA. We hope you listen, we hope you weigh in, and we know we will make mistakes. But we are beyond excited to join the KDKA team.
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Join John and Rachael as they whip up a delicious summer pasta with Michael Annichine, CEO of Magee-Womens Research Institute and Foundation, the nation’s largest research institute dedicated solely to women’s health. Michael also shares exciting details about the upcoming Women Who Rock concert happening at the end of the month!
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Melinda Colaizzi is the founder of Women Who Rock. Women Who Rock has united some of the biggest names in music to rock the future of women’s health and hosts an annual benefit concert featuring a 100% female-fronted music lineup with proceeds benefiting life-saving women’s health research. The 2024 concert is on August 28 at stage AE and features Melissa EtheridgeThe post Jaggin Around With… Women Who Rock first appeared on Ya Jagoff!!!.
Tressa is ready to rock Southside Works with Melinda, founder of Women Who Rock! Women Who Rock is a trailblazing, female-founded brand dedicated to supporting women in music, empowerment, and advocating for women’s health.
Tressa Glover, Jag BraggerA proud Pittsburgh native, Tressa is the creator and host of the Yinz Are Good podcast, which shares the good news and good deeds that are going on in the Greater Pittsburgh area. Tressa is also an actor, writer, producer, Jefferson Award recipient, creator of the live sitcom/web series The Sisters Sorella and founder of SWAN Day Pittsburgh. As an actor, she works regionally in theatre, film and tv. Local theatre credits include Pittsburgh Public Theater, City Theatre, Quantum Theatre, Bricolage, PICT, Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre Co., and Arcade Comedy Theater, among others. Film, tv and web credits include A League of Their Own, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, Archive 81, $1, Breakage, My Date With Adam, and I’ll Call You.
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The other day, we made the announcement that, with the help of the Pittsburgh International Airport, that we were taking the Frontier Airlines’ direct flight to Philadelphia to do a little shopping trip. The point? Show that the $90 round trip of 45ish minute flights, was something yinzers can use for many things… including…running out for “errands!”
On Facebook and Instagram you gave us suggestions of what to put on our Philly shopping list to bring back!
The Rocky statue celebrates success and … our trip was successful…. thanks to 2 former Pittsburghers now living in Philly, Eric Moore and Jim Brutt.
So, in this bag, are cannoli, chocolates, a hat from a local Irish bar, and, New Jersey tomatoes! Yep! Tomatoes was a request and it was our first “get!”
Thanks again to Frontier Airlines and the Pittsburgh International Airport for sending us on this.. summary video coming soon but first, we need to get back to the Burgh because we miss yinz all… YaJagoffs!
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Today is National Root Beer Float Day….. Tony Caliguire’s favorite ice cream treat! Remembering Tony today. Go get a root beer float and tag YaJagoff in it or post it on your feed and tag us!NOTE: This is the one where the lighting was a little weird!See all of the Time With Tony vids here.The post Today is National Root Beer Float Day….. Tony Caliguire’s Fave Ice Cream Memory! first appeared on Ya Jagoff!!!.
SUMMARY:
The Hear Foundation started with the story of a Black man who was shot five times by a Pittsburgh police officer and paralyzed during a traffic stop that arose from a case of mistaken identity. Leon Ford used that story for social change, police reform, and reconciliation between police and community. The CEO of the Hear Foundation, Cindy L. Haines, joined him on YJLN. Cathy Schlott, Director of Animal Programs & Experiences at the National Aviary brought the Northern, white-faced owl who stole everyone’s attention with his cute face and bright eyes. North Journal writer, Harry Funk catches up with the jags and performs an original song that may provide a Grateful Dead vibe, which may be his fave band.
SPONSOR INFO:
Thanks to Q92.9 and a special thanks to Peoples Gas, call 811 before you dig into any kind of home project, it is the law. Check out our where ya at and Jeet Jet videos with our jag braggers Tressa Glover and Monica Salazar.
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The Jags are peacing aht on Pittsburgh; just for 24 hours.
Before we farewell, because it is so hard to say goodbye to yesterday, let alone goodbye to you, we just gotta hit the road Jack. But we need your help!
The jags will announce a unique trip on Monday at 1:12 p.m. and we need a little yinzer help from our friends. HINT: We are NOT California Dreamin’ or Takin’ the midnight train to Georgia, and we were just recently in a New York State of Mind. So watch our Facebook live on Monday at 1:12. Bonvoyage, yajagoff!
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John and Rachael jag around with Dr. Maura of The Irish Design Center, located at 303 South Craig St in Oakland. Did you even know this Irish haven existed? The store sells a wide-variety of Irish Celtic goods and is a center for all things Irish in Pittsburgh. It’s a hub of Irish culture and Dr. Maura is a delight!The post Jaggin’ Around With.. The Irish Design Center, Pittsburgh first appeared on Ya Jagoff!!!.
Kristen gives you the sneak peek on North Strabane Community Day! Bring the whole family out for a day filled with activities, food, and music!
Kristen BuccigrossiMeet Kristen! Full time yinzer, part time marketing coordinator with YaJagoff & sometimes that girl you hear on Q92.9FM!
The Steelers are her team, Harry Potter is her geek out, the Outer Banks are always her daydream and IC Light Mango is her drink of choice.
Sorry fellas, Kristen is taken by her main man, her dog Brody. Her husband is a close second.
When Kristen isn’t dancing around the studio to Taylor Swift, she has her head in a book, her body in a yoga position or is trying to uncover a crime like Olivia Benson with a murder mystery documentary.
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We have proudly supported community events and small business efforts for almost a decade and contributed financially to non-profits. Still, we never had our sticker slapped on a helmet as a sponsor. Now we can check that box.
YaJagoff was mentioned week after week through the National Ball Hockey League for sponsoring the Northside Renegades, a team comprised of ball hockey enthusiasts and advocates who have played on dek services for decades. Through the help of The Penguin Foundation, and passionate advocates like Cory Herschk and Mark Madden, ball hockey has exploded and landed in many communities. It has grown to US tournaments and even a place on the world stage, with many Pittsburgh players familiar with the highest level of competition.
It was definitely a prideful moment to watch this Renegades team journey, all while seeing that logo we know so well adorn the helmets. Learn more about ball hockey and you will see a familiar logo, yajagoff!
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Here we are with a classic Block Blocker in the photo above.
That driver who just happens to think THEIR trip to the strip is more important than yours so they pull through and block the intersection.
In previous posts, we have recommended using the rules from the Preschool game, “Red Light, Green Light,” where anyone still moving when “Red Light” is hollered, must so back to the starting line and start all over.
Can you imagine a police officer walking up to this driver and saying, “Go back to Cedar Avenue and start your ride all over again, Bucko!”
Hey Block-blocking Bucko, here’s how WE see this….
We hope that you you drank a ton of coffee before leaving home AND from a swanky 64oz Yeti tankard while driving … and, after you cheated us on the intersection, your swanky car got stuck behind a dump truck, a Student Driver vehicle AND a Toyota Prius with a “Driving 5mph below the speed limit saves puppies” sticker on the bumper. On top of that, when you got to your destination, hoping the elevators were stuck and the restrooms were unavailable because of cleaning.. causing high pressure in your bladder.. so that it felt like your eyes were floating,… YaJagoff!
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SUMMARY:
There’s a circus coming to Pittsburgh for the very first time but… it’s gonna be on the river!!! Emily from RiverLifePGH.org has the deets, regular guest, Kristy Graver, from Pittsburgh Magazine is recapping her Western PA “ice cream tour” and Melinda and Kristian, Melinda and the Night Sky AND Women Who Rock, crush it with a bluesy live performance.
SPONSOR INFO:
Thanks to Q92.9 and a special thanks to Peoples Gas, call 811 before you dig into any kind of home project, it is the law. Check out our where ya at and Jeet Jet videos with our jag braggers Tressa Glover and Monica Salazar.
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We’re teaming up with Babesburgh for a mix and mingle + sip, snack, and shop event – all for only $10! Drinks, food, and museum admission ALL INCLUDED in the ticket price! A collection of vendors will be set up in the parking lot; drinks, food, and mingling will be in the museum.Get tix early HERE. Walk up tickets will be available for $15.Pop Up Shop Vendors:-Third Day Soaps
-Paradign Expansion
-Yinz Lids
-Vintage 316
-Bitter & Crowne
-Minimo
-412Thrive
-Tranquil Trails PGH
-NI NI Accessories
-The Squared Paper Co.
-Babesburgh Merch
-Live portrait drawing by Stella BegnalFree drinks from TLC Libations.
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Shindig is coming up! and Monica is in Harmony checking out the Firecracker Burger from Union Brothers Brewing and getting the scoop on Shindig from Vince Gemma!
MonicaMeet Monica, YaJagoff’s audio producer and morning show host at Q92.9. She’s got Wikipedia knowledge of today’s hit music (because she probably makes stuff up) and is up to date on the latest info from the world of pop culture. Check her out on the radio weekday mornings! And as part of the “Jag Braggers”, Monica is excited to get to know Pittsburghers and their stories. Let her know the family recipes you’d like to share and the best places to visit around Steel City’s 90 neighborhoods!
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Thought that it might be a good time to play “Jagoff or Not?” If you’re a vegan/non-beef eater, don’t worry.. we will play a “Jagoff or Not” version next week for you about fries on a salad!
So here’s the dilemma: We live in the ketchup capital of the world.. the home of Heinz Ketchup. Given that, we tend to put ketchup, Heinz only, on just about eeeeeeeveeerything.
So here’s the game today:
A Pittsburgh person, who loooooves a great steak and dumps Heinz Ketchup on everything including that great steak… are they a jagoff or not??
Let us here from ya.. Ya Jagoffs! (meant in the term of endearment format)
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Monica hangs out with Dan from Bona Fide Bellevue to talk about the upcoming Rhythm & Brews 2024.
MonicaMeet Monica, YaJagoff’s audio producer and morning show host at Q92.9. She’s got Wikipedia knowledge of today’s hit music (because she probably makes stuff up) and is up to date on the latest info from the world of pop culture. Check her out on the radio weekday mornings! And as part of the “Jag Braggers”, Monica is excited to get to know Pittsburghers and their stories. Let her know the family recipes you’d like to share and the best places to visit around Steel City’s 90 neighborhoods!
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Everyone in Western Pa seems to be no more than 3 steps removed from a “buddy with a pickup.” Either way, looks like they should have sprung for the few bucks for delivery.
I mean, ya got the ultra-mega crew cab, the crew-crew cab, the cap with the bay windows and it STILL ain’t enough truck…at least that’s the way it appears to the rest of us!!
I’m pretty sure that a normal person would look at that and say, “hmmmmmm.. that ain’t looking too good.” Because you know, sure as s#%t, that, with a few bounces over some potholes, the back end of that lumber is gonna be bouncing those red ribbons more than a light-weight teenager on Kennywood’s Jack Rabbit.
Rent the $35 delivery truck, Ya Jagoff!
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Howzabout this??
Definitely one of the most difficult jobs has to be cleaning up after people. Cleaning up after your kids is bad enough but cleaning up after people that you don’t know has to be worse.. especially when they are office professionals who have no respect for you!
Have you ever pulled a garbage bag out of a basket/trash can and had fluids leak on you? Disgusting!
So what were these office peeps thinking? They couldn’t finish their coffee first? They couldn’t walk to a sink or toilet to empty before throwing in the can? They clearly knew it was an issue because they gently placed their cups in the can! Oh… thanks.. that helps. (Not really!)
Have some respect for the office cleaning staff.. other human beings that are working hard. Your mom doesn’t work here sooooooo clean up after yourselves… YaJagoffs!
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SUMMARY:
The Celebrity Care Fest will be another backyard showstopper for a great cause thanks to HM3 Partners Independence Fund. Pittsburgh Metropolitan Area Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Executive Director, Melanie Marie Boyer cares to continue awareness and growth for the Latino population and introduces us to the best caramel concoction ever. The other musician Adam Levine, known for his project Aliquid Novi, treats us with his falsetto. YaJagoff Late Night Episode 38 Presented by Rohrich Automotive
SPONSOR INFO:
Thanks to Q92.9 and a special thanks to Peoples Gas, call 811 before you dig into any kind of home project, it is the law. Check out our where ya at and Jeet Jet videos with our jag braggers Tressa Glover and Monica Salazar.
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Yinz are special, but are you a Very Jagoff Important Person (VJIP)?
Enter to win a concierge experience at the National Comedy Center in Jamestown, New York, the nation’s official cultural institution dedicated to the art of comedy! Only 2 1/2 hours from Pittsburgh, you’ll have private access to the Comedy Center’s world-class exhibits and interactive technology. The good times kick off with a comfy, laugh-filled bus ride hosted by John and Rachael from the YaJagoff Podcast.
Date: Saturday July 27, 2024
Departure Time: 1:00 PM
Departure Location: Ross Park and Ride,
Perrysville Ave @ I279 HOV Entrance, Pgh, 15229
Return Time: Before Midnight
- Complete the entry form below and cross your fingers!
- Submit your entry by Tuesday, July 23rd at 11:59pm to be randomly selected to win 2 seats on the 10-ish hour trip to Jamestown with the Jags.
- Your email address allows communication for contest details as well as email communication with YaJagoff Media and The National Comedy Center for future events.
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Details: You will arrive in a plush Elite Coach just in time for other guests to exit. An exclusive yinzer Night at the Center with bus ride to and from in ONE Day.
- Bus Ride Entertainment: Get ready for laughs, games, and surprises along the way, plus lunch is provided during the trip!
- Lucy Desi Museum: Learn more about this hometown pioneering legend! Plus, you’ll have a rare opportunity to get your picture taken on the iconic living room set from “I Love Lucy”.
- National Comedy Center: You’ll have “after hours” concierge guided access to the rich world of comedy and partake in an interactive experience custom tailored to your sense of humor, VIP-style, with local bites and walk-around cocktails.
- Plus take home a free T-shirt from the Comedy Center’s gift shop and enjoy the members’ discount so you can share the laughter.
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Cheesy, dilly, delicious! Tressa is with Scott Baker of 5 Generation Bakers getting the real dill on their Pickle Grilled Cheese. Snag your’s this weekend at Picklesburgh!
Tressa Glover, Jag BraggerA proud Pittsburgh native, Tressa is the creator and host of the Yinz Are Good podcast, which shares the good news and good deeds that are going on in the Greater Pittsburgh area. Tressa is also an actor, writer, producer, Jefferson Award recipient, creator of the live sitcom/web series The Sisters Sorella and founder of SWAN Day Pittsburgh. As an actor, she works regionally in theatre, film and tv. Local theatre credits include Pittsburgh Public Theater, City Theatre, Quantum Theatre, Bricolage, PICT, Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre Co., and Arcade Comedy Theater, among others. Film, tv and web credits include A League of Their Own, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, Archive 81, $1, Breakage, My Date With Adam, and I’ll Call You.
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I have a few neighbors who have jumped our Pilot for a dead battery or put our trash can back when it sat for days. I mean I have borrowed more than my fair share of ingredients for dinners, But, only Allistair Harkness holds the title for bread supplier, when we aren’t shoving our faces with Mancini’s of course.
Allistair found the new bread making hobby that benefitted the entire neighborhood. My family quickly gobbled the traditional and asiago, but last week we got the call that Allistair was throwing his hat into the pickle ring in honor of Picklesburgh. Uh, my neighbor three doors down could be called Superman because this bread is out of this world.
So what is the big dill about pickles and dough? It is Picklesburgh weekend and there is nothing we love more than unique ways to celebrate! Thanks, neighbor! Plus, did ya see the label, yajagoff?
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Tressa is visiting with Friends of The Riverfront to talk about the expansive Three Rivers Heritage Trail.
Tressa Glover, Jag BraggerA proud Pittsburgh native, Tressa is the creator and host of the Yinz Are Good podcast, which shares the good news and good deeds that are going on in the Greater Pittsburgh area. Tressa is also an actor, writer, producer, Jefferson Award recipient, creator of the live sitcom/web series The Sisters Sorella and founder of SWAN Day Pittsburgh. As an actor, she works regionally in theatre, film and tv. Local theatre credits include Pittsburgh Public Theater, City Theatre, Quantum Theatre, Bricolage, PICT, Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre Co., and Arcade Comedy Theater, among others. Film, tv and web credits include A League of Their Own, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, Archive 81, $1, Breakage, My Date With Adam, and I’ll Call You.
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What do “they” say? How you treat someone when nobody is looking tells a lot. Let’s set the scenario.
We enjoy our new offices at Alloy 26. It’s a co-working space meaning.. we don’t own it.. we SHARE it with others.. meaning.. we try to be courteous about how we treat the place knowing someone else might need some of the meeting spaces after us.
That said, glad that a group of folks rented the conference room near our 12′ x 12′ world headquarters office. They ordered lunch in which smelled delish… UNTIL we found it splashed all over the wall and laying on the floor!
In case you can’t tell from the photo, we utilized the Jagoffestrator to point out a few highlights:
- Chop Sticks on the floor that missed the basket
- Sauce splashed on the wall from just tossing the plate at the basket
- The trash bag buckled into the basket but someone still threw MORE garbage into the basket
All of this without caring who had to clean the @#%$% up! Oh, it’s the cleaning staff who work hard every night that will clean up after you! Do you do this at home?
Your mom doesn’t work here. Clean up after yourselves and think of the cleaning people that aren’t your mom, Ya Jagoffs!
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Not sure what I get more of, people who are desperate to buy my house or reminders of what “debt” I owe. But the Turnpike one gets me every damn time! Another smishing scam!
Between business trips and hockey camps, we are on that turnpike regularly and the ez pass has made everything so ez that it is ez to assume that you owe another fee, why not just pay through the help of a text message? It looks legit and simple and we are so used to easy click-and-pay options. The crazy part is the text goes to some in PA, and some not in PA. Some have traveled the pike, and some never have. So the best advice is to delete it immediately. Do not click and for goodness sake, do not pay it!
As the old saying goes if seems to ez to be true, don’t do it, YaJagoff!
Thanks to WTAE for the story.
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SUMMARY:
A Shindig, a legacy of art, and the real life characters behind St. Elmo’s Fire join the jags at Johnny Angel’s Ginchy Stuff. Giovanni Orsini took a break from the Northside Music Festival to croon a tune indicative of Zeppelin.
SPONSOR INFO:
Thanks to Q92.9 and a special thanks to Peoples Gas, call 811 before you dig into any kind of home project, it is the law. Check out our where ya at and Jeet Jet videos with our jag braggers Tressa Glover and Monica Salazar.
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John and Rachael got the text from Patricia Vince at Zachary’s Mission this week. She eloquently said it was another great porch tour season, but after her checklist process, the team declared a winner.
The Vince family, founders of Zachary’s Mission, created a method of sorting through all the wish list items and monetary donations collected at the porch tour stops, thanks to hosts: The Komondors, Paynes, Douglass’ and Hudsons. These gracious families recorded podcasts at their homes and invited friends to bring necessary donations in honor of filling Zack Packs. These are quality embroidered backpacks filled with toiletries, snacks, journals, and other comforts, Zack Packs are given to families staying in the hospital with their medically fragile children.
Each year, the home/porch visit that collected the most items and monetary donations receives a unique prize. This year, the Pub on Wheels will be the center of a party stocked with Dough Daddy beer thanks to Caliente Pizza & Draft House. Plus, longtime supporters of Zachary’s Mission, Pitt-Ohio, have donated four F.N.B Club tickets to the Pens vs Stars game on November 11.
Thank you to all who opened their homes to this amazing venture and helped grow this program. The mission is not complete though, continue to support Zachary’s Mission and their many other efforts, yajagoff! The winner will be announced today at 11 a.m.ISH on the YaJagoff Facebook page.
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You’ve never had pickles like this! Tressa is at the gelato counter at PaPa J’s in the strip sampling their Pickle Gelato just in time for Picklesburgh!
Tressa Glover, Jag BraggerA proud Pittsburgh native, Tressa is the creator and host of the Yinz Are Good podcast, which shares the good news and good deeds that are going on in the Greater Pittsburgh area. Tressa is also an actor, writer, producer, Jefferson Award recipient, creator of the live sitcom/web series The Sisters Sorella and founder of SWAN Day Pittsburgh. As an actor, she works regionally in theatre, film and tv. Local theatre credits include Pittsburgh Public Theater, City Theatre, Quantum Theatre, Bricolage, PICT, Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre Co., and Arcade Comedy Theater, among others. Film, tv and web credits include A League of Their Own, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, Archive 81, $1, Breakage, My Date With Adam, and I’ll Call You.
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At Mad Mex I get the Black Beanie Quaadeanie, or the Happy Hippy I think. As for Denny’s, I’ve always done the Moons Over My Hammy. It drives my husband crazy. It’s such a point of contention that if you asked what his pet peeves were, my need and craving for weird titled foods is a topper.
So really, no surprise that when our daughter pointed out that her bagged lunches looked different at school, we had to chuckle. My oldest son is now in charge of grocery shopping our snacks. Usually he gathers granola bars, Nutri-Grain bars, protein packed yummies,. Hence my daughter’s Millvale chewy granola bar in her lunch.
Aldi shoppers, you know where I am going. To keep costs significantly lower, Aldi has somewhat of a mix of usual and recognizable name brands, with a big array of their own cheaper, flimsy – box brands. The funny part? The names are almost an exact replica of main brands. She giggles and says can you pass me peanut butter puffs, instead of the Reese’s Puffs for cereal. Golden Grahams? Nope. Cinnamon Toast Crunch? Nope. Something like Graham Crunch. Very clever Aldi
But the mother of all brands at Aldi is Clancy. I am not kidding when I tell you that the thin pretzels and lower sodium cheese balls are almost half the price of the name brand stores. So, embrace it, honor the almost the same but not quite names. Defend those off brand titles when brown bagging. It is not a trend or a phase. Aldi is the king of affordable and weird names, Ya Jagoffs!!
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The shindig in Butler County is coming up on August 4 and 5! The creator, Vince Gemma, shows us around the town of Harmony or is it Jackson?
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Thought we were passed this time in our life! People throwing garbage, not just cig butts, but actual garbage out of their car.
There we were at the stop light, waiting patiently for the light to turn green and, down comes this person’s window, out comes a throwing arm tossing garbage to the curb. Can you not throw it to the floor in your car, or in a bag in your car?
I used a drive through banking window yesterday; it was a very windy day. My receipt blew out of my hand, I got out of my car and chased that stupid thing 15 feet because of guilt! This person… no guilt whatsoever.
Keep that #*!@ in your car until you get home or until you get to the gas station to fill-up. Do you do that in your living room YaJagoff?
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Eliot Lewis is coming to Pittsburgh, Wednesday 7/10 to the Pittsburgh City Winery. He has toured with Daryl Hall & John Oates and has been featured on every episode of Live From Daryl’s House now being shown on AXSTV. Eliot has worked with Joe Walsh, Cheap Trick, Train, Grace Potter, Todd Rundgren, Billy Gibbons, Goo Goo Dolls.
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The jags went to Opya Studios, Sidney Street, to jag around with Sydney Davis, Founder and CEO of Artist Talk Mental Health. The event is Thursday, 7/11. Register at Event Brite.
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Less than two-and-a-half hours away, just over the line from Erie, PA is the National Comedy Center. Enjoy the jags’ 3-minute Jamestown recap. NCC is the country’s official national archive of comedy material…from Carson to Carlin, Bruce to Pryor, to Reiner and Brooks. Wanna know what it’s like to write jokes, make a meme, or be a stand-up comic? Here’s your day trip.
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In 2018 and 2023, the Rennebecks traveled to the Czech Republic for a loss in the bronze medal round but won the bronze last year. Now in a new age bracket, Domenic Rennebeck and the U18 USA World Ball Hockey team competed in their first of many world games and won in a shoot-out. The score was 2-1 against the home competitors, Slovakia.
The U18 schedule includes Switzerland, Hungary, Czech, Canada and Great Britain. The pride in wearing the red, white and blue never fades no matter the country, and hearing the National Anthem played at each game never lessens in goosebumps.
Many more games to play, but what a start on such a patriotic day. Happy 4th of July! Thanks for reading a little jag brag filled with honor and pride, yajagoff!
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Get ready for a blast at the Northside Music Festival! From July 12-14, enjoy live tunes, delicious eats, and awesome vibes. Don’t miss out on the fun!
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The folks at Squonk Opera make Pittsburgh proud. This group of Pittsburgh-based musicians and artists has taken the group to Off-Broadway, Broadway, Europe, Asia, and all over the United States.
Tomorrow their newest performance will be part of the city’s Independence Day fun. Squonk will perform “Brouhaha,” a new immersive outdoor spectacle bursting with music and imagery. Squonk invites the audience to play this foghorn organ as part of the interactive and unique fun for all ages.
Squonk will perform at 5:15 and 7:15 p.m. at Point State Park. Check out the full interactive experience below.
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I KNOW that any visit to this restaurant means high-volume napkin usage. So I really appreciate it when the servers stop by and plop down a 3-inch stack of napkins.
On the other hand, I do not like it when the staff thinks that they’re doing us all a favor by stuffing so many napkins into the napkin holder that you can’t get one of ’em out!!!!
So now I’m elbows deep into a pepperoni pizza.. the kind of pepperoni that has some grease.. the GOOD KIND…and has a tendency to get sloppy down your elbow!
So now I reach for the napkin holder…… but the whole deal ends up looking like the start of a paper mache party with pieces of napkin shrapnel all over the table as the pepperoni grease starts to make it to my lap. Finally, someone at the table has the wherewithal to press the “secret button” on the napkin holder and “BOOM!”…..napkins come popping out of that thing faster than 4000 “LIKES” happen for a new post on Facebook about a jagoff name Tom Brady.
So to all servers, you’re not doing us any favors by power-loading the napkin holder. It’s like putting twice as much Turtle Wax on your car because you think it’s gonna make it EXTRA SHINY, Ya Jagoffs!!!!
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We caught up with Fan Zellars , CEO and president of Bounce Marketing. She is setting up for the Juneteenth FusionFest on 6/28. Bands, art, tech, and a celebration for everyone. Special thank you to Orlana Darkins DreweryThe post Jaggin’ Around At.. Fantasy Zellars of Juneteenth Fusion Fest first appeared on Ya Jagoff!!!.
As seen on Talk Pittsburgh, here’s the full JagTag video Nikki and Nicole, the creators of YinzLidz!
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Vince Gemma, the “insurance guy” of My Preferred Insurance, is hosting his 2nd annual “Shindig” at Union Brothers Brewing, August 4th and 5th. Get info HERE.
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My man!
This story from WPXI describes that an intoxicated man allegedly stole a yacht from the Lock Wall Marina off 23rd Street in the Strip District. The kicker… he got more intoxicated and FELL ASLEEP ON THE YACHT… so he was a pretty easy snag for the po-po!
The story summary is, the intoxicated man, let’s call him “Boater Bob,” boarded the boat. Apparently he didn’t know how to start it so he untied the boat and let it drift down the river while he emptied the liquor cabinet. Emptying the liquor cabinet, as you can imagine, resulted in “Boater Bob” dozing off on the boat! Ooopsies.
Sounds like the Goldilocks theme!
“Somebody has been has been drinking and sleeping on my yacht aaaaand… he’s still there! Right on the deck in a chase lounge chair! Handcuff ’em.” See.. just like the updated version of Goldilocks!
“Boater Bob,” hope that your day of freedom was fun. At some point, your time in the sin-bin will teach ya that other people’s things are not YOUR things. See ya at Kenny Chesney in 5 years, after your incarceration, for a celebrity appearance, Ya Jagoff!
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There is something about seeing our name in THE Pittsburgh Magazine. It has been a little over a year since we started working on our YaJagoff Late Night show, an even more Pittsburgh-focused show with unique segments, short videos, and about all things Pittsburgh.
Congrats to all of this year’s winners including a few jag faves like David Highfield and Chrissy Costa. Hope to see you at Allegheny Landing for Babesburgh this weekend and save the date for the biggest dill yet, Picklesburgh July 18-21. Thank YOU for voting us the Best of the ‘Burgh!
We love Pittsburgh, ya jagoff!
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SUMMARY:
So far, every stop on the Peoples Gas Porch Tour for Zachary’s Mission has had a unique approach. At the Douglass house this week, we had drone video, couch music from Just Those Guys extreme pogo-ing and professional announcer!! This stop in Robinson Township!
SPONSOR INFO:
Thanks to Q92.9 and a special thanks to Peoples Gas, call 811 before you dig into any kind of home project, it is the law. Check out our where ya at and Jeet Jet videos with our jag braggers Tressa Glover and Monica Salazar.
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The jags went behind the scenes of one of the biggest Pittsburgh events of the year. Ecolution features local fashion designers who created fashions by up cycling various products. Emilio from Izzazu, Daisy Jade from KDKA – TV, Amanda from Y-108 FM and Georgia Dallas James chat!
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I have written about garbage that didn’t make it to the can, shoes not in place, and kid bedrooms an ungodly mess. Not to mention, the toilet paper AND paper towel rolls have been left bare on their holders. This is usually to make a point to one of my kids, and it has worked.
But yesterday, my husband sent a text with a pic saying come on, this is getting old guys. He had settled in after work to do some paperwork at our family desk. A cup with a smidgen of the drink was left in the cup. It had been sitting there for a while. Each kid weighed in like they typically do, each uniquely stating, NOT ME! Excuses, excuses. My husband jokingly said, let me guess, it was John? As in John Chamberlin, the dude who gets blamed for crumbs, misplaced things and many other kid mistakes.
But, it was chocolate milk. The same chocolate milk he had from California Coffee that he slurped on our 9 a.m. call that we took at the desk. Oops. So, fair is fair. Dear John, clean up your chocolate milk ya jagoff!
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Who did this as a kid… went to church with your friends on Saturday/Sunday…and didn’t want to stay so you grabbed a church bulletin and then left… but used the bulletin as your proof of going! Some Catholics may have even stayed in church until communion and then headed out!
Well, this lady took that to a whole new level. Curing mass, she grabbed a purse that wasn’t hers (allegedly) and then headed out. (Not sure if she grabbed a bulletin or not. If she did, that might turn out to be evidence of her being there!) See WPXI.com.
Nobody has identified the lady yet but.. guess what.. THERE ARE CAMERAS EVERYWHERE… so we totally expect the authorities to get a HANDLE on this as they SHOULDER the investigative responsibilities and SNAP this case shut. (yeah, those were pretty weak purse puns.)
Hey Peggy-the-church-purse-perp, if/when you get caught, one of the things you should do is go back to church for confession. That’s what the Catholics do. When there, we suggest you refrain from any more purse perusals… YaJagoff!
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It’s freakin’ hot!
So, what better to do than to completely ignore everything and post about this winter-driving jagoffery.
This is the tweet that came with the pic back in, well, when it was cold …sometime before the DEVIL took over Scott Harbaugh’s weather forecasting computer!!!!
How is the road clean and your car THAT covered???
This cracks us up because, CLEARLY, the thought process of this driver is, “I only need the FRONT window to drive!”
FYI, it is the law that in Pennsylvania you have to clean the snow off your car! It’s one of those People-Don’t-Have-Enough-Common-Sense-So-We-Need-a-Law laws!!!
We hope that this helps everyone cool off. It’s our public service duty!
In the meantime, for this driver, maybe you’re one of those people that, no matter how much snow is on the car, you NEVER brush it, you simply turn the defrosters on high for an hour-and-a-half. You don’t even use the “Pittsburgh snow brush” which is tucking your hand up into your sweater sleeve and brushing the stuff off with your arm Ya Jagoff!
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SUMMARY:
SUMMARY: The porch owners are raising the bar this year! Tons of people that swooned over surprise musical accompaniment guest, Johnny Angel, and a jam session that included a world champion pizza dough tosser from Caliente Pizza. Even our fellow podcaster, Eric Dillman tossed some dough!
SPONSOR INFO:
Thanks to Q92.9 and a special thanks to Peoples Gas, call 811 before you dig into any kind of home project, it is the law. Check out our where ya at and Jeet Jet videos with our jag braggers Tressa Glover and Monica Salazar.
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Gotta love Mary Mac from Mary Mac’s Bakehouse. In addition to helping us with the YaJagoff Podcast Porch Tours since year one, she always has her eye out for jagoffery!
Check out this pic! We always hear about how the Subaru drivers are so thoughtful, kind, etc, etc. Maybe someone, maybe even a Prius owner???, borrowed their friends’ Subaru and parked it on the spot that is CLEARLY marked to NOT park there.
And then ya have that hitch? What driver or what SHIN is gonna run into that thing and, either have their car sliced open like a can opener or just have the worst shin pain EVER?
Sube drivers….would you dog be proud of you? Pick-up peep…. go find your boat! Meantime, learn how to park… YaJagoffs!
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The Jags stopped by to meet up with Erin, Julie and Erin… 3 Pittsburgh area women that execute an annual low-tea event to support and uplift other women. See how you can get in on the next one!
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When you ask a yinzer where they are going on vacation, most will say Myrtle Beach or Ocean City. It’s the yinzer thing, right? Well allow me to introduce you to the new yinzer, must visit destination. The Outer Banks! And no, it is not because of the Netflix show. It was not even filmed there! It is because you get better views while having a little taste of home. Allow me to take you on a tour!
Let us start the day off right.. THE BAKERY! If you fancy the likes of Oakmont Bakery, Tullio’s Bakery is the perfect fit! Just like at Oakmont, I gained ten pounds looking at all the sweet treats! From fresh baked bread to cannoli that will have you drooling before you walk out the door, this bakery truly is a must on a trip to OBX!
And that includes their nova lox bagel! Primanti Bros. may still be my favorite sandwich, but this one is a VERY close second. Fresh salmon, a “healthy” dollop of cream cheese, with onions and capers on a freshly baked everything bagel. Do not smell my breath later, but it is PERFECTION! And vacation isn’t about counting calories, right?
Okay, maybe we do need to think about those calories a little bit and yoga is the best way to do that. No matter where you are in the Outer Banks, they offer free fitness classes. Duck offers a class in the park, Corolla offers a class by the lighthouse, and they even have classes on the beach! Dolphins are not included, but they may join you! In total, I took four classes while I was down there & all of them helped get even more into the relaxing mindset. And of course, offset all the delicious food I was eating.
Next up, LUNCH! Take yourself to The Upside Restaurant in Corolla for the best fish tacos! Not only is the fish caught locally, but the restaurant also comes with a beautiful view of the sound. Located in Timbuk II, you will even be able to get a lot of shopping done after you have your delicious meal. BONUS – There are wine slushies on the corner if you want an extra good time!
! Something you are never going to find in Pittsburgh. WILD HORSES! The Outer Banks have sectioned off a portion of the island to protect its wildlife and preserve what was originally on the island, including wild horses. You are able to take your own vehicle on that part of the island, with a permit, or you can go with a tourist group. HIGHLY SUGGEST! Not only are you able to see the horses roaming on the beach, there is a good chance you will see A LOT of dolphins on your journey up the island.
And finally, dinner! Wholey’s, has my heart, but nothing gets fresher and more delicious than the Seafood Risotto from Black Pelican in Kitty Hawk! Locally caught shrimp, scallops and crab, mixed with corn, spinach, and risotto, topped off with sweet potato strings. PERFECTION! This is mine when people talk about their last meal on Planet Earth.
While the Outer Banks are great with better views than the Allegheny, it is always good to have a little taste of home. Nothing beats sitting on the beach with a cool drink in hand. Was our vehicle mostly packed with IC Light Mango and Poolside? You best believe it! The OBX is a yinzers home away from home. Hope you have as much fun on your trip to the Outer Banks as I did!
Kristen BuccigrossiMeet Kristen! Full time yinzer, part time marketing coordinator with YaJagoff & sometimes that girl you hear on Q92.9FM!
The Steelers are her team, Harry Potter is her geek out, the Outer Banks are always her daydream and IC Light Mango is her drink of choice.
Sorry fellas, Kristen is taken by her main man, her dog Brody. Her husband is a close second.
When Kristen isn’t dancing around the studio to Taylor Swift, she has her head in a book, her body in a yoga position or is trying to uncover a crime like Olivia Benson with a murder mystery documentary.
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As you may know, Rachael’s mom, “ML,” received a life-saving live-liver donation from a dear soul, Sara Booz, in 2019. See video HERE .. and get your tissues ready.
Pittsburgh-based nonprofit organization, the Community Liver Alliance, provided the family with information, emotional support and examples of HOPE, back then, and continues to support liver-health research and do wonderful work for all patients with liver disease and their families.
Soooo…. we’re asking yinz to purchase some sunflowers and here are the deets:
- You can purchase some for yourself.
- You can purchase some for “the one.”
- You can purchase some for you fav person(s).
- You can purchase bunches of them and spread good vibes around the office or the neighborhood.
- You can even purchase so many that the CLA will deliver them to you!
- You can even be a place where peeps pick up their sunflowers!!
It’s easy… you order HERE starting NOW. Then, in September, you can pick up your sunflowers at various locations around the Burgh (or have them delivered). After the sunflowers are delivered, you sit back and feel REALLY good about all of the smiles you created with them AND the impact you had on those patients and families supported by the Community Liver Alliance.
Ok…sunflowers are well-known for being a happy flower and the perfect bloom for a summer flower delivery to brighten someone’s mood i.e. deLIVERING Hope….sooooooooooooooo go order you sunflowers…please… YaJagoffs! (the term of endearment kind)
Order HERE.
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As you probably already know, we moved into the Alloy 26 shared work space back in March! We had a little “There goes the neighborhood” party. We even got a window sticker.
But, this week… we got added to the building directory. You can show up to the office, 106 Isabella on the North Shore, search one of our names on the directory… UNDER Y…and WHOMP THERE IT IS!
So come visit us or, if you’re looking to share some work space, get in touch with the Alloy 26 peeps.
Meantime, whomp, there it is… YaJagoff!! (You’re welcome for the ear worm!)
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SUMMARY:
Porch Tour Stop #1 took us to Port Vue.. poolside at the home of Kelli and Rob Komondor. They even did a raffle for a huge mound of Car Hartt items!
SPONSOR INFO:
Thanks to Q92.9 FM and a special thanks to Peoples Gas, call 811 before you dig into any kind of home project, it is the law. Check out our where ya at and Jeet Jet videos with our jag braggers Tressa Glover DiGiulio and Monica OnAir.
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Oh man does this tick me off!
There’s a driver sitting in that car that is NOT getting gas!
People that need gas, a last minute lottery ticket, a breakfast sandwich, pop for the office party, a doughnut and a pack of chew. The problem comes in when you get the Jagoffs that need all of those things, pull in to get gas and then leave their vehicle at the gas pump while they go inside and spend more time picking out a doughnut species than they do in the mall, the 3rd week of December, picking out a Christmas gift for the significant other of one month.
But this guy… just sitting in his car!
Oh…take your time…I’ll just wait here in the middle of the jammed up chaos while you check your emails, texts or catch up on TikTok.
If you’re waiting for your passenger to pay cash inside OR if you already got gas…. MOVE YOUR CAR…Ya Jagoff!
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How cool is it when our friend, Missy, gets a “lift” from a local business to help get her son Jax to California for a live-saving treatment?
See details about Match for Jax on Facebook. And thanks so much to Aaron Rectenwald!!
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Sweet and Spicy: Tressa is in the kitchen with actress Kristiann Menotiades! Do you think there is such a thing as too much seasoning? (We don’t!)
Tressa Glover, Jag BraggerA proud Pittsburgh native, Tressa is the creator and host of the Yinz Are Good podcast, which shares the good news and good deeds that are going on in the Greater Pittsburgh area. Tressa is also an actor, writer, producer, Jefferson Award recipient, creator of the live sitcom/web series The Sisters Sorella and founder of SWAN Day Pittsburgh. As an actor, she works regionally in theatre, film and tv. Local theatre credits include Pittsburgh Public Theater, City Theatre, Quantum Theatre, Bricolage, PICT, Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre Co., and Arcade Comedy Theater, among others. Film, tv and web credits include A League of Their Own, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, Archive 81, $1, Breakage, My Date With Adam, and I’ll Call You.
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Missy from @BeThematchforJax rounds out our Zelienople tour with her last favorite spot, Shu Brew!
MonicaMeet Monica, YaJagoff’s audio producer and morning show host at Q92.9. She’s got Wikipedia knowledge of today’s hit music (because she probably makes stuff up) and is up to date on the latest info from the world of pop culture. Check her out on the radio weekday mornings! And as part of the “Jag Braggers”, Monica is excited to get to know Pittsburghers and their stories. Let her know the family recipes you’d like to share and the best places to visit around Steel City’s 90 neighborhoods!
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Comedian Ryan Hamilton jags around with John and Rachael about …getting hit by a bus…fries on a salad…and Pittsburghese! He’s coming to the Carnegie of Homestead Music Hall June 8th!
Get tickets HERE
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Whoooopsies! A Butler County woman wondered into the wrong house, which she ALLEGEDLY accessed through an unlocked window, and ate a bowl of cereal. The home owner was startled when Butler Goldilocks wandered into her room eating Fruity Pebbles so she called the po-po.
(See full story on KDKA-TV)
This leads me to a story:
Once upon a time, there was a wondering woman…GoldiLAWKS (the Pittsburgh Goldilocks).. in Butler County. She was a little confused and tried one house’s window, but couldn’t get in. Then tried another house’s window and, completely forgetting that people NORMALLY access houses through a door, climbed into the window and…
At the table in the kitchen, there were three plates of Strawberry-Pretzel-Pittsburgh-Jello Salad. GoldiLAWKS was ALLEGEDLY hungry. She tasted the Strawberry-Pretzel-Pittsburgh-Jello Salad from the first Styrofoam picnic plate.
“This Strawberry-Pretzel-Pittsburgh-Jello Salad is too hot!”
So, she tasted the Strawberry-Pretzel-Pittsburgh-Jello Salad from the second Styrofoam picnic plate.
“This Strawberry-Pretzel-Pittsburgh-Jello Salad is too cold.”
So, she ALLEGEDLY tasted the last Styrofoam picnic plate of Strawberry-Pretzel-Pittsburgh-Jello Salad.
“Ahhh, this Strawberry-Pretzel-Pittsburgh-Jello Salad is just right,” and she ALLEGEDLY ate it all up.
(Homeowner to 911) “Someone’s been eating cereal in my house and she’s still HERE!”
Soon after, the cops came, and woke GoldiLAWKS. She was placed into a police car and a jail cell where she’s probably not near as comfortable sleeping as she was on the strange bed.
GoldiLAWKS, you know those beeper things that people use to locate their car and house keys? You can endorse one to locate your entire HOUSE… YaJagoff!
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SUMMARY:
We are live from the 9th Street Bridge at the Dollar Bank Three Rivers Arts Festival!
SPONSOR INFO:
Thanks to Q92.9 FM and a special thanks to Peoples Gas, call 811 before you dig into any kind of home project, it is the law. Check out our where ya at and Jeet Jet videos with our jag braggers Tressa Glover DiGiulio and Monica OnAir.
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Love us some dumb criminals!!! My man!!
Soooo many things to think of about this ALLEGED event. See story on YourErie.com.
Once gain, is this one of the worst disguises you’ve ever seen? Or is this just that new STATUE UBER services that takes religious statues out to see the town or to get their nails down. Mother Mary doesn’t seem to be the kind that gets fussy over her nails.!
Also, how long does it take for people to realize that there are CAMERAS… things that take video and photographs….ALL OVER THE PLACE?
And this guy… ALEGEDLY stole a Mother Mary statue …with no disguise whatsoever!!
Sometimes burglars get caught by doing something stupid like leaving a cell phone at the scene, using personalized stationary for the “stick-up” note, or leaving some kind of DNA at the scene. This guy? He’s proud of his work!
Given lack of any type of disguise, getting caught was inevitable. We know that this was in the Erie, PA area but we think our premise still holds true…at least put on a Steelers ballcap and jacket or team jersey so that you have a chance to blend in with at least half of the local population on any given day, Ya Jagoff!.
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Rachael stalked…ok.. caught up with…Emma Hopf a senior at North Hills High School. Emma Hopf won the 2024 Gene Kelly Award for Best Actress for her leading role in the musical, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. She’s on her way to New York City!
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Tressa is “hot-girl walking” down Walnut Street in Shadyside – the perfect place to hang out in the summer! Between Jam on Walnut, unique stores and lots of restaurants, how could you not want to take a stroll?
Tressa Glover, Jag BraggerA proud Pittsburgh native, Tressa is the creator and host of the Yinz Are Good podcast, which shares the good news and good deeds that are going on in the Greater Pittsburgh area. Tressa is also an actor, writer, producer, Jefferson Award recipient, creator of the live sitcom/web series The Sisters Sorella and founder of SWAN Day Pittsburgh. As an actor, she works regionally in theatre, film and tv. Local theatre credits include Pittsburgh Public Theater, City Theatre, Quantum Theatre, Bricolage, PICT, Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre Co., and Arcade Comedy Theater, among others. Film, tv and web credits include A League of Their Own, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, Archive 81, $1, Breakage, My Date With Adam, and I’ll Call You.
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The jags received some pics, some pitches, and some ‘pick me’ salutations for the 2024 Peoples Gas porch tour series. Expect visits to Port Vue, Castle Shannon, Robinson and Baldwin Borough this June as we record YaJagoff Late-Night at each porch, while supporting Zachary’s Mission.
The YaJagoff Late-Night show goes on the road with guests, musicians and the jag crew thanks to Peoples Gas. The porch owners not only offer their space, but also compete to collect Zack Pack items prepared for families experiencing unexpected, and extended, hospital stays. The porch owners invite family, friends, neighbors, and even solicit Facebook friends to donate to the mission. The porch with the most items collected wins a pretty amazing prize, with years past including Penguin game tickets and an ultimate gathering at Vangura Kitchen.
Porch owners also receive hosting gifts from some incredible Pittsburgh establishments including: Pittsburgh Brewing, Caliente Pizza and Draft House, Ricci’s Italian Sausage, Mancini’s Bakery, Jenny Lee Swirl Bread, Pittsburgh Worsh Co., Mix Candle Co., Screenmobile, Yinz Lidz, SinBin Kreations, and seven-year participant, Mary Mac Bakehouse.
You will see and hear from Shane Pilster, Pittsburgh muralist known for Do What We Love, Eric White of PGH Dumplingz, Pittsburgh Hills and music from the Aris Paul Band to name a few. Tune in, if you are feeling generous, donate through Venmo @YaJagoff Podcast, and thanks for lending your porches, ya jagoff!
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SUMMARY:
Ummmm, did someone say iconic ep? Scott Blasey of the Clarks closes the non-profit themed show that sums up two amazing events just outside our jag window on Isabella Street. Saturday welcomes the annual Chalkfest with chatter from River Life’s Matt Galluzzo and June 29th will welcome Babesburgh with some babe banter a’la Cat Bruno. The jags also saluted Nothing Bundt Cake, the SJPS winners for judges’ choice and their amazing charity winners Semper Fi Mission.
SPONSOR INFO:
Thanks to Q92.9 and a special thanks to Peoples Gas, call 811 before you dig into any kind of home project, it is the law. Check out our where ya at and Jeet Jet videos with our jag braggers Tressa Glover, Marcus Cox and Monica Salazar.
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We are back on the road! The podcast has been in a studio setting since October 13th, 2024 and, because of the Dollar Bank Three Rivers Arts Festival, we are going back on the road….. May 31st, 3pm-4pm. The Green Mountain Energy Stage at 7th Avenue. Details here.
We will be on site to record our weekly episode, live-to-tape with guests and music. John and Rachael, the hosts, will also be bringing some YaJagoff swag to toss out into the audience AND we will have some audience members create some art, for a prize, on stage!
The episode will be available as of 10 pm that night on YouTube, Facebook and simulcast on Q-92.9FM.
Join us, YaJagoffs! (the term of endearment kind!)
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A solemn jaggin’ around video for Memorial Day Weekend. The Peoples Gas team members embarked on their annual “cemetery clean-up” campaign for Memorial Day. The team went to Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Prospect Cemetery and Versailles & McKeesport Cemetery to execute cleanups and place flags.
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Missy is sharing Jax’s story about his extremely rare autoimmune disease called IPEX and she’s taking us around Zeli to her favorite places who have all helped in raising awareness.
MonicaMeet Monica, YaJagoff’s audio producer and morning show host at Q92.9. She’s got Wikipedia knowledge of today’s hit music (because she probably makes stuff up) and is up to date on the latest info from the world of pop culture. Check her out on the radio weekday mornings! And as part of the “Jag Braggers”, Monica is excited to get to know Pittsburghers and their stories. Let her know the family recipes you’d like to share and the best places to visit around Steel City’s 90 neighborhoods!
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Once again, we have used the Jagoffestrator to highlight the Jagoffery.
“Somebody in the office flossed their teeth with a floss pick and just threw it on the ground next to the garbage can. They walked by it several times, then decided to just put a folding table over it. Didn’t get a pic of that. This is the same person who brushes their teeth in the break room sink. Just another office Jagoff.”
Ok Dental Denny (or Dental Denise as the case may be), we appreciate the fact that you’re the only person in the office that DOESN’T have a kale leaf stuck in their gums the rest of the day after eating lunch. Because the rest of us all walk around not sure what to say to each other as the thing just sticks there during conversation!
But seriously, ya need to be as anal-retentive about your office waste-basket-jump-shot as you are about your teeth. Please be sure to ALWAYS do your ear-cleaning , with bobby-pins, Q-tips, office keys, pens from your co-workers desk, cork screw, whatever, at home, Ya Jagoff!
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SUMMARY:
First time ever a resident of the National Aviary has visted the podcast. We have a little “chaos” with Desarae of “Cooking Comedy Chaos” fame and then some delta blues music, Indonesian style!
SPONSOR INFO:
Thanks to Q92.9 and a special thanks to Peoples Gas, call 811 before you dig into any kind of home project, it is the law. Check out our where ya at and Jeet Jet videos with our jag braggers Tressa Glover, Marcus Cox and Monica Salazar.
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We have already had to go from three lanes to one on the Parkway East, since the reconstruction of the Parkway East bridge over Old William Penn Highway. Now there needs to be some concrete work done, requiring more closures, slowdowns, and that just brings angry drivers.
Starting tonight at 9 p.m, the outbound lanes will become a single lane due to the concrete laying. But that requires adequate weather, so we technically don’t know if we will be regular mad while driving or jagoff road rage mad. The good news is there is a meeting this afternoon to learn if the weather will play a part in the closure.
So we simply warn you to stay away from 376 this weekend, well, and in the future depending on today’s decision. So just prepare to be mad while driving 376 until the lanes re-open. We don’t know when that will be. It could be worse, this could be happening on route 28, ya jagoff!
Thanks to John Shumway for the story on KDKA found here.
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Talk about a heartwarming home video: Tressa is making her Italian Mom’s meat sauce with her Irish dad!
Tressa Glover, Jag BraggerA proud Pittsburgh native, Tressa is the creator and host of the Yinz Are Good podcast, which shares the good news and good deeds that are going on in the Greater Pittsburgh area. Tressa is also an actor, writer, producer, Jefferson Award recipient, creator of the live sitcom/web series The Sisters Sorella and founder of SWAN Day Pittsburgh. As an actor, she works regionally in theatre, film and tv. Local theatre credits include Pittsburgh Public Theater, City Theatre, Quantum Theatre, Bricolage, PICT, Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre Co., and Arcade Comedy Theater, among others. Film, tv and web credits include A League of Their Own, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, Archive 81, $1, Breakage, My Date With Adam, and I’ll Call You.
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Comedian Gab Bonesso has dropped a brand new comedy album. She’s also having a comedy show launch party on May 18th at Carmody’s Restaurant. .and… is it pronounced CARmadeez or carMOEdeez? You must show proof of album purchase to get into the comedy show. You can purchase my album here: GabBonesso.com.
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Tressa and Sandy are BACK with more must-see historical landmarks in McKees Rocks! Do you have a favorite?
Tressa Glover, Jag BraggerA proud Pittsburgh native, Tressa is the creator and host of the Yinz Are Good podcast, which shares the good news and good deeds that are going on in the Greater Pittsburgh area. Tressa is also an actor, writer, producer, Jefferson Award recipient, creator of the live sitcom/web series The Sisters Sorella and founder of SWAN Day Pittsburgh. As an actor, she works regionally in theatre, film and tv. Local theatre credits include Pittsburgh Public Theater, City Theatre, Quantum Theatre, Bricolage, PICT, Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre Co., and Arcade Comedy Theater, among others. Film, tv and web credits include A League of Their Own, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, Archive 81, $1, Breakage, My Date With Adam, and I’ll Call You.
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Gang… we had a BLAST being a part of the Pittsburgh Today Live 20th Anniversary Show. Honored is not even a big enough word to say how we felt. We even got all “gussied up,” as my grandmother would say, for the evening. Everyone looked great. The show was a little over 90 minutes long and the jags were last on the show script. That meant the jags had more than 2 hours to get ready…. which included hair, make-up, etc.
After all that time and everyone prepping to look so “gussied up,” we hit the stage… ran through the game without a hitch and then the show was over. Yaaaay.
And then… the video airs on PTL and what do we see? Me with my shirt collar stuffed under my coat collar! All that time to primp and prep and… BOOM… in front of 400 people in the live audience and in front of the TV replay audience… there I am… with my collar tucked in.
John… next time… use one of the 27 mirrors provided in the green room to check yourself before you go on stage, Ya Jagoff!
You can see video of the Musical Pittsburgh Parking Chair game here.
But… after
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I mean… what do we say about this #PeterParkers pic? Are they smart because they have a swanky car and don’t want anyone to ding their door or are they a jag because they just decided leave their car wherever they wanted?
It’s kinda like the people in your house that always put every item back in the refrigerator back on the top shelf….not matter where it’s supposed to go.
If you DID want to make sure that you parked far away from any other car, why couldn’t you park inside the lines?
Hay there lonely car (did that Lonely Girl song just pop into your head? You’re welcome!) Hey there lonely car, we appreciate your artistic talent of wanting to be different… like the crazy uncle that wears a Hawaiian shirt or yellow Chuck Taylors to a formal event but….could ya just use color in side the lines a little bit, YaJagoff?
Thanks to Gregg P from the YaJagoff Polka Band for being our HonoraryJagoff Catcher!
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SUMMARY:
Cue the gameshow music for the Sprankle family to tell Family Feud stories and their family business, and Chef D talks the business of culinary and hotel expansion a ’la the Joinery. The jags welcomed Caite Miller from Pittsburgh Magazine to remind us about the Pittsburgh Wine and Spirits show and THEY ARE…musicians Jaaye from PSU.
SPONSOR INFO:
Thanks to Q92.9 and a special thanks to Peoples Gas, call 811 before you dig into any kind of home project, it is the law. Check out our where ya at and Jeet Jet videos with our jag braggers Tressa Glover, Marcus Cox and Monica Salazar.
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It’s not the best sitch to wake up and hear your road being torn up by a bunch of construction vehicles. The beep..beep… beep of the back up alarms. The grinding of the machine that tears up the old asphalt surface. The traffic-flag holders hollering at each other and the drivers not paying attention to them.
But, it’s life! We want better roads.
However… do we need them to tear up a super-busy 5-point intersection at 6:30am… the height of morning rush hour? Do they not know that traffic already backs up one block away because of the McKees Rocks Bridge construction?
Construction peeps… next time, go get yourselves a morning coffee or a bagel or maybe even an acai bowl and hang out, we promise not to make fun of you sitting around, and start this thing around 9ish… YaJagoffs!
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Jaggin’ around with comedian Doug Sluk about the Millvale Music Festival next week! 392 bands and Doug has some parking tips.
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The YaJagoff Podcast Porch Tour presented by Peoples Gas will be back this summer. Once again, the podcast series will benefit Zachary’s Mission, a non-profit dedicated to helping families with children in the hospital for extended stays.
Four chosen homeowners will host the jagoffs on their porch for a podcast episode, complete with games, prizes, all the usual shenanigans, and the Zack Pack challenge.
The weekly YaJagoff! Podcast episode recording is more than just a party though, as the homeowners will be asked to collect items that would be used to build Zack Packs. The home that virtually “builds” the most Zack Packs will win a prize. So invite your neighbors and friends to join in the fun and help with collecting Zack Packs items
Interested contestants should post #PickMyPorch on social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter and tag @YaJagoff explaining why their porch should be selected. Or, you can submit pics and stories on line at YaJagoff.com. The deadline for submissions will be May 27th.
Get in on the fun, Ya Jagoffs, and enter!!
YaJagoff Podcast Porch Tour
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Tressa is with McKees Rocks Historical Society President and McKees Rocks Person of the Year 2023, Sandy Saban! This week Sandy covers modern landmarks of the Rocks along the main roads. Stay tuned for Part 2 where Tressa gets the more exclusive historical scoop!
Tressa Glover, Jag BraggerA proud Pittsburgh native, Tressa is the creator and host of the Yinz Are Good podcast, which shares the good news and good deeds that are going on in the Greater Pittsburgh area. Tressa is also an actor, writer, producer, Jefferson Award recipient, creator of the live sitcom/web series The Sisters Sorella and founder of SWAN Day Pittsburgh. As an actor, she works regionally in theatre, film and tv. Local theatre credits include Pittsburgh Public Theater, City Theatre, Quantum Theatre, Bricolage, PICT, Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre Co., and Arcade Comedy Theater, among others. Film, tv and web credits include A League of Their Own, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, Archive 81, $1, Breakage, My Date With Adam, and I’ll Call You.
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For YEARS we have been calling out bad parking jags, known as #PeterParkers. Don’t know why we call them that, see definition HERE.
Meantime, see the video below. Click to play. We already removed the swear words!! LOL.
Hey Crooked-Pick-up Pete, by the looks of your truck, you’re clearly used to parking next to falling boulders on the side of Route 28! Next time, look down at the white line before you leave your dent-machine behind before goint to get more beer… YaJagoff!
Thanks to author, comedian, hook-up expert, Author_j.r.mason for being today’s Honorary Jagoff Catcher!
Watch the video!
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SUMMARY:
Might be the loudest, out-of-hand YaJagoff Late Night episode yet! We had Bacardi Rum, unbelievable jazz/swing music, talked mental health assistance for middle-schoolers, talked Karaoke Kabaret and the 412 Dos from the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership. Everyone sings us into the breaks! Junk drawer gifts were incredible again!
SPONSOR INFO:
Thanks to Q92.9 and a special thanks to Peoples Gas, call 811 before you dig into any kind of home project, it is the law. Check out our where ya at and Jeet Jet videos with our jag braggers Tressa Glover, Marcus Cox and Monica Salazar.
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Marcus is with Rachel from The Maple Restaurant in Ambridge learning the delicious simplicity of the hot beef plate!
Marcus CoxMarcus Cox has performed at many venues in the East Coast, Midwest and South. Marcus has appeared in many Comedy Festivals in Cleveland, Grand Rapids, Memphis, St. Augustine and Baltimore. Marcus has won many competitions in the tri-state area and has appeared at comedy clubs such as: Pittsburgh Improv (PA), The FunnyStop Comedy Club (OH), The Lincoln Lodge (IL) and The Greer Cabaret Theater (PA). Marcus brings his smooth, charismatic, and likebale personality on stage, Marcus Cox is one that you want to catch at a show near you.
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May 15th, ya gotta be at Mr. Smalls Theater for the Karaoke Kabaret with The Pittsburgh City Paper and YaJagoff. If you’re in the crowd, you are eligible for prizes! If you sing, you can win even BIGGER prizes.. up to a $1,000 value. Judges are your friends in the crowd, the Jags and Nick Walker of The Burgh Bus! Get tickets at PGHCityPaper.com
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Monica is at Sweetwater Center for the Arts in Sewickley to find out about their new upcoming event, Sweetwater Blooms.
MonicaMeet Monica, YaJagoff’s audio producer and morning show host at Q92.9. She’s got Wikipedia knowledge of today’s hit music (because she probably makes stuff up) and is up to date on the latest info from the world of pop culture. Check her out on the radio weekday mornings! And as part of the “Jag Braggers”, Monica is excited to get to know Pittsburghers and their stories. Let her know the family recipes you’d like to share and the best places to visit around Steel City’s 90 neighborhoods!
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For the veteran readers of this blog, you know this is a major pet peeve…..the people that think that they have to stand in the front row of the baggage claim machine. It has been years since we’ve written about this and nothing has changed.
This ain’t no different than thinking that you have to stand in the front row of a fireworks display! It makes zero sense! The fireworks are up in the sky!
In the pic… everyone just standing around. Even dudes with backpacks that stick out 4 1/2 feet and who don’t realize that they are whacking people with those packs as they spin around. And then you have the people who must have reunions right along the belt as people are trying to squeeze through on their hands and knees to grab their bag before it goes around again.
All because hanging out 5 feet away from the baggage return belt just isn’t a good spot for some reason. Maybe we should deploy Kennywood rules here…. STAY BEHIND THE YELLOW LINE until your bag comes!
Solution: The airlines are now charging for better seats and extra carry-on bags. I’m now all for the idea of charging for a baggage return spot. $25 premium if you want to stand in the front row and block mine, and everyone else’s, view of what bags are coming. But, until it’s your paid spot, if you’re gonna stand there while the bags are scooting a long, you’d better expect to get an Brad Marchand-kind-of-dirty-body-check from me AND my suitcase in your kidney, if your gonna block my access.
STEP. AWAY. FROM. THE. BAGGAGE. BELT and make room for everyone else, Ya Jagoffs!
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First of all, if you’re not following The Pittsburgh Scanner on What-Used-To-Be-Called-Twitter, do it!!! Be prepared to be addicted and to find yourself not getting things done at work or around the house because you’re busy reading Xes or Tweets!
Ok, with that out of the way, look at the Tweet below in the pic. The person, THAT CALLED 9-1-1, the emergency number, is complaining that people are having a good time in a park!! Hey, grinchy, wasssup?
Do you think this caller is the same person that complained about people having fun, and making noise, playing pickleball?
Hey caller, go back to watching your Rockford Files and Three’s Company reruns and quick calling 9-1-1 unless you’re experiencing a REAL emergency like your cable being AHT… Ya Jagoff!
Make sure you follow The Pittsburgh Scanner !
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SUMMARY:
Allegheny Regional Asset District‘s James Santelli stops by to give John and Rachael the scoop about the upcoming RAD Summer Staycation. Nick Paradise of Peoples Gas gives us the lowdown on how they practice sustainability year-round and about their current initiatives with local orgs. The mission of Bistro to Go Cafe & Catering includes being a place of joy and delight, making things better, and building faithful and enduring relationships. Oh! And they make incredible food. John and Rachael are happy to welcome Kevin Klingensmith to chat about all things Bistro To Go Café & Catering. Plus, music from Steve and the Millers!
SPONSOR INFO:
Thanks to Q92.9 and a special thanks to Peoples Gas, call 811 before you dig into any kind of home project, it is the law. Check out our where ya at and Jeet Jet videos with our jag braggers Tressa Glover, Marcus Cox and Monica Salazar.
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Hope to see yinz there this weekend.
What is yinzerfest you say?
Pittsburgh Yinzerfest is the ultimate family-friendly four-day event that will offer local bites, live music by Pittsburgh’s favorite bands, a cooking stage featuring local chefs, vendor booths from your favorite crafty Yinzers, and a comedy stage featuring our hometown comedians!
Eat till your heart’s content at one of our local food vendors, meet and get an autograph from your favorite sports heroes, dance the day away with any or all of the locally based bands, and take home a piece of ‘da Burgh by visiting one of the many businesses that are participating in the celebration of our great city! It’s everything YINZER in one place… YaJagoffs! Get hours and tickets Pittsburgh Yinzerfest.The post YinzerFest is On! (All Weekend) first appeared on Ya Jagoff!!!.
Tressa meets up with the gang from Q92.9 to find out what makes a winning Strawberry Jello Pretzel Salad! Comment below what makes YOUR SJPS so delicious!
Tressa Glover, Jag BraggerA proud Pittsburgh native, Tressa is the creator and host of the Yinz Are Good podcast, which shares the good news and good deeds that are going on in the Greater Pittsburgh area. Tressa is also an actor, writer, producer, Jefferson Award recipient, creator of the live sitcom/web series The Sisters Sorella and founder of SWAN Day Pittsburgh. As an actor, she works regionally in theatre, film and tv. Local theatre credits include Pittsburgh Public Theater, City Theatre, Quantum Theatre, Bricolage, PICT, Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre Co., and Arcade Comedy Theater, among others. Film, tv and web credits include A League of Their Own, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, Archive 81, $1, Breakage, My Date With Adam, and I’ll Call You.
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We are jaggin’ around at the Pittsburgh Botanic Garden with the people of Peoples Natural Gas. The garden is a Pittsburgh treasure and the Peoples Natural Gas folks were helping them prep it for Dogwood Days!
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Marcus is taking a walk on Merchant St. in Ambridge with Maple Restaurant Manager, Rachel! Grab a bite or grab a pint!
Marcus CoxMarcus Cox has performed at many venues in the East Coast, Midwest and South. Marcus has appeared in many Comedy Festivals in Cleveland, Grand Rapids, Memphis, St. Augustine and Baltimore. Marcus has won many competitions in the tri-state area and has appeared at comedy clubs such as: Pittsburgh Improv (PA), The FunnyStop Comedy Club (OH), The Lincoln Lodge (IL) and The Greer Cabaret Theater (PA). Marcus brings his smooth, charismatic, and likebale personality on stage, Marcus Cox is one that you want to catch at a show near you.
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Here’s the dog poop scoop about this pic!
Guy goes to walk on Moon trail and have a nice RELAXING walk. He enjoys relaxing.
Someone else comes on to the trail to walk with their dog. Their dog almost instantaneously poops! That someone then just keeps walking.. no bag.. no fake panic acting like “oh bummer I forgot my bag,” … nuthin! So there the poop sits.
Here’s what we think, if you’re caught doing this, the punishment should include walking all of the dogs at the Humane Society and Animal Rescue League Shelter, every day for one week…but you have to walk behind them with your bare hand at their bottom ready to catch the droppings!
Finally, we’re gonna figure out where YOU live. And then we’re gonna walk our pet COW by YOUR house, right after we fed her Taco Bell, 4 Mike and Tony’s gyros, 8 trays of Chicken-on-a-Stick, and 12 Primanti Sandwiches. Hoping that you know how to activate the local hazmat crews, Ya Jagoff!!!!
Credit to G-money for the pic and post!
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As most of you know, we held the 3rd annual strawberry jello pretzel salad standoff this past weekend. Soooooooooooooo many people came out to support. We were pleasantly overwhelmed.
As you probably know, each tasting-station was paired up with a nonprofit organization. The winning item, based on the public vote, would win a monetary prize/donation thanks to our 2 sponsors, Turo Chiropractic and The Burgh Bus.
Aaaaaand the winners were: Jay Obertance, winning for the second year in a row with an overwhelming number of public votes. Jay’s associated non profit was the Ryan Douglass Field of Dreams project.
Also congratulations to Nothing Bundt Cakes for winning the judges choice. They will be on an upcoming YaJagoff Late Night Podcast episode.
Thanks again to all! Looking forward to making this even bigger and better in ‘-25…. YaJagoffs! (the term of endearment kind)
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SUMMARY:
We are celebrating Strawberry Pretzel Jell-O Salad on Sunday and Augusta from Kemi’s Kitchen and Jen Gregg from Isaly’s brought us their concoctions. Gina Masciola from WQED brought the story board concept coming May 1 while the Jags sipped on some Limoncello courtesy of Lucky Sign Spirits. Liz Berlin puts the entertainment cherry on top of ep 26 with her rendition of a student song.
SPONSOR INFO:
Thanks to Q92.9 and a special thanks to Peoples Gas, call 811 before you dig into any kind of home project, it is the law. Check out our where ya at and Jeet Jet videos with our jag braggers Tressa Glover, Marcus Cox and Monica Salazar.
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Last day! If you hadn’t heard as of yet, YaJagoff Late Night Podcast is up for a vote again.
Would appreciate it if you could take a moment to vote for the YaJagoff Podcast at this link: https://PittsburghMagazine.secondstreetapp.com/og/e1f1cda4-fa95-491a-8443-783e9a08f153/gallery/422624796
If you have voted already, you can actually vote again and feel free to pass along to a friend, a pet, a passerby.
Thanks as always.
The Jags
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Monica heads to Latrobe to make the iconic All-American Banana Split from Valley Dairy Restaurant!
MonicaMeet Monica, YaJagoff’s audio producer and morning show host at Q92.9. She’s got Wikipedia knowledge of today’s hit music (because she probably makes stuff up) and is up to date on the latest info from the world of pop culture. Check her out on the radio weekday mornings! And as part of the “Jag Braggers”, Monica is excited to get to know Pittsburghers and their stories. Let her know the family recipes you’d like to share and the best places to visit around Steel City’s 90 neighborhoods!
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Get ready for flag football… Coach Cowher vs. Coach Tomlin and many celebs at Acrisure Stadium. It will benefit the Neighborhood Resilience Project. Thanks to Troy Polamalu and Theodora for their time! Celebrity guests include former Steelers James Harrison, Ike Taylor and Ryan Clark, Kurt Angle, comedian Steve Byrne, Billy Gardell and Pat Monahan, lead singer of Train.
Get tickets HERE.
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It’s time to slip into your jazziest outfits, summon your groove, and get ready to sway to the melodious rhythm of the sax, the beat of the drums, and the […]
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Tony is getting ready to head out to vacation to his favorite beach. Prior to that, he had a chance to meet up with his friends from the Ohio Valley […]
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Well, ya never know what is going to come out of the YaJagoff HQ! Yesterday, we were on the Talk Pittsburgh show, KDKA-TV, which is hosted by one of our […]
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Summary: The gang went to the Pittsburgh Irish Festival again this year. If you missed, it no worries. This podcast is a good recap of Irish history, the festival and… […]
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If you’re new to this blog, the post below is something that I post each year.
This hat?
I was fortunate and honored to be part of the team of those who provided healthcare and on-site rehab services to the first responders and local/federal officials that had the horribly delicate task of sifting through the Shanksville crash site. On day 2, we watched silently, as buses rolled up to the site one day. It was the families of the Flight 93 heroes who were transported to the site to view the tragedy for the first time. The makeshift road took them to a barrier made of bales of hay that looked over the smoldering remains and hole in the ground that was the result of the crash. We watched in silence as the families placed their memorial items on top of those hay bales.
I will remember those days forever. Taking the blood pressures, dressing the wounds, assessing the chronic ailments of the agents, inspectors, heavy equipment operators, etc. that entered the crash site, the Hot-Zone, in the morning, took breaks at lunch time, re-entered the Hot-Zone for the afternoon and then called it a day just before dusk. I will never forget the dedication on the workers’ faces each time they passed through the check-up area…despite their blisters, sores and muscle aches.
This hat? Delegates from United Airlines distributed hats, like the one above, to the healthcare providers at the site, as a token of appreciation, the day that they escorted the families on the buses. Side note: local grade school kids made the ribbon pins and had them delivered to the site for the workers. So this hat means the world to me. It represents the ultimate in sadness and the ultimate in goodness at the same time.
God bless those who perished that day and God bless those who spent many hot, grueling hours crawling around that site on their hands and knees, climbing in trees and digging through the mess, searching for evidence and items to give back to the families. And, of course, God bless the initial responders who will never be the same after what they saw as the first crews to arrive on that devastating scene.
Never forget.
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Gang!! We’re so excited. The Pittsburgh Irish Festival is happening this weekend at Carrie Blast Furnaces. Once again, YaJagoff is proud to be a media partner of the festival. We will be there to greet yinz for the comedy shows Friday and Saturday night. We will be in the crowd bouncing around, and maybe even slam-dancing, to the Screaming Orphans, the Low Kings, The Bastard Bearded Irishmen and more!
And if that isn’t enough, we will be sponsoring the sports pub! You can watch the football game while hanging at the festival with a pint in your hand or a bowl of Irish stew!
Come out and hang with us…. find our tent.. YaJagoffs!
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Today’s #JeetJet recipe is from Trisha Pittman of WPXI. She shares the original handwritten recipe for her grandmother’s delicious Chocolate Chip Cookies.Trisha tells us that she left the chopped nuts out, and once her regular recipe was mixed, she just added an additional 1/2 cup of Bisquick, 3/4 cup of browned butter, and a 1/2 cup of raw sugar.Happy cookie eating!The post Chocolate Chip Cookies from Trisha Pittman first appeared on Ya Jagoff!!!.
D’ja know that YaJagoff team members take vacations?! Well kind of. They are always busy at work and looking for the best places for you to see! That includes Kristen, who recently took a trip to the Outer Banks & found a little piece of home in the process!
Meet Kristen and enjoy her ‘Where Ya At?’
The first thing you should probably know about me… I like to EAT! Plus – vacation calories don’t count.. Am I right? Let’s start with breakfast at Tullio’s Bakery in Duck. When it comes to bakeries, I have high standards thanks to Oakmont Bakery and Mazzioti’s, but Tullio’s is probably as close as Heaven you can get to on the beach! I always get their Nova Lox breakfast sandwich (smoked salmon, cream cheese, capers and onion), but don’t pass up on their sweet treats! Especially their cannolis!
Next up… Lunch! Sunset Grille & Raw Bar in Duck is perfect for all of your seafood cravings. When it comes to a nice sit-down meal to watch a beautiful sunset over the sound or getting the gang together to enjoy Happy Hour out on their pier, it’s got your selection of food and drinks, including the Tuna Aloha Bowl. With colors like this, you can trick yourself into thinking you’re being SUPER healthy at the beach!
Now is probably the time when we should take a minute to workout and do some yoga. I know what you’re thinking… KRISTEN, IT’S VACATION! NO WORKING OUT! Well, the nice thing about the Outer Banks.. They offer simple fitness classes outside, so you don’t have to feel like you’re actually working out! Did I mention it was free? It’s worth it to enjoy a little “you” time in the early morning, where you can hear all the peaceful nature around you. And then it puts you in a better mindset to eat again!
We’re now coming up on my most favorite meal in the Outer Banks—Seafood Risotto from the Black Pelican in Kitty Hawk! When I say this is my favorite meal, I mean on Planet Earth. This is my “must-have meal” every time I visit OBX, it’s just that good! The cheesy risotto mixed with the seafood combo of shrimp and scallops, topped off with sweet potato strings and more cheese… DELICIOUS! Do you see why I need yoga on my vacation now?
And finally, saving the best for last.. A little slice of home! Feeling a little homesick in the Outer Banks and in need of some black and gold in your life? Head on down to Barefoot Bernie’s in Kitty Hawk! Not only do they have yummy food and drinks, the owner is a former yinzer and took that pride with him to OBX! With the bar covered in Steelers, Penguins and Pirates memorabilia, you feel like Norm walking into Cheers – They might not know your name, but they understand the teams and the city that you love. He even made his own Barefoot Bernie’s Terrible Towel!
I hope you enjoyed your short stay in the Outer Banks! It truly is a piece of Heaven there, but as Dorthy once said, “There is no place like home..”
Kristen BuccigrossiMeet Kristen! Full time yinzer, part time marketing coordinator with YaJagoff & sometimes that girl you hear on Q92.9FM!
The Steelers are her team, Harry Potter is her geek out, the Outer Banks are always her daydream and IC Light Mango is her drink of choice.
Sorry fellas, Kristen is taken by her main man, her dog Brody. Her husband is a close second.
When Kristen isn’t dancing around the studio to Taylor Swift, she has her head in a book, her body in a yoga position or is trying to uncover a crime like Olivia Benson with a murder mystery documentary.
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Here’s a quick update from Tony. He’s at a crossroad as far as treatment. After two protocols, the cancer is still growing. It’s time to look at research projects and also time to reflect about what is important. Check out the pics of baby Anthony’s Christening.
You can send your cards/notes to Tony, YaJagoff Podcast, P.O. Box 99932, Pittsburgh, PA 15233
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Lots of stuff in the news about how we can get people to teach, be healthcare providers, police officers and.. of course, volunteer firefighters. So, how much does a person suck who tries to steal a car.. that is owned by a volunteer firefighter …who is on a fire call helping someone in need? See full story on WPXI.com.
Yep…that happened. While a Munhall firefighter was out, 2 people tried to break into his car.
As is typical, some thieves are smarter than we give them credit for. These guys…. weren’t smart enough to get into the car but… with a little training, you two, we can teach you how to actually break into cars.. LEGALLY.. when there are trauma patients trapped in them after crashes.
Quit breaking into cars and do something like volunteer for good… YaJagoffs!
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Summary: This year, the 4 porch locations collected more than any previous year. Therefore, all 4 couples were invited to the demo kitchen at Vangura to celebrate with a wonderful charcuterie tray, wine, comradery and a porch tour trivia game. The winning couple also received Penguins tickets from Pitt Ohio.
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A little lighter version of Time with Tony. Yes, seeing your friend battling cancer can be shocking at some point. Or just knowing that they have cancer. We take a few minutes to talk about what you might say when you see Tony or another friend experiencing the same issue. And thanks to all that sent food, cards and positive messages! You can send your cards/notes to Tony, YaJagoff Podcast, P.O. Box 99932, Pittsburgh, PA 15233
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In this episode, Tony talks about his and Gina’s interaction with the Emergency Department physician when he was diagnosed. It didn’t go well and there are probably a few clinicians who can learn from this one. The good news is, once admitted to the cancer unit, everyone was extremely caring and compassionate.
More folks have asked about Tony’s mailing address. You can send your cards/notes to Tony, YaJagoff Podcast, P.O. Box 99932, Pittsburgh, PA 15233.
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Tony reflects on all of the testing and procedures that he went through in between his diagnosis on the 14th of December and Christmas. As you can expect, a lot went on and a lot was going through his mind as he came to the resolution that he had a terminal illness. Coming home for Christmas was not easy as you can expect as well.
Here’s the picture of Tony and John that they refer to on the video…just in case you haven’t seen it yet.
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Well, the picture above doesn’t do this justice so click HERE to watch the video from the Barstool TikTok. It was shared by @RyanDeto of the Trib.
Is this where we are? Back in high school or in a 3rd world country?
I remember when I had my fist beer.. this didn’t happen. The good thing is, you paid all of this money for a concert ticket and you won’t remember one thing of it including how you got the bruises and why you have blue porta-potty-juice stains all over you hands and clothes… Ya Jagoffs!
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Embrace the vibrant hues and flavors of Mediterranean cuisine with this sumptuous roasted pepper and mushroom pizza from our friends at Ciao Pittsburgh.
As you bite into each slice, the mellow sweetness of roasted peppers harmoniously blends with the earthiness of Baby Bellas. But that’s not where the journey ends. A homemade pesto, bursting with fresh basil and nutty undertones, graces the pizza with an aromatic touch.
Whether you grow your basil in a sun-kissed barrel on the patio or buy it from your local grocer, the resulting sauce is a game-changer.
The pizza base, soft yet slightly crispy, perfectly balances the toppings’ textures. This is not just a pizza; it’s an experience that ends with a delightful Italian saying, “Mangia bene, vivi felice!” which translates to “Eat well, live happy!”
Ingredients
- Roasted Peppers (with mushrooms)
- 2 red peppers (cored and sliced)
- 2 yellow peppers (cored and sliced)
- 2 orange peppers (cored and sliced)
- 1 large container of Baby Bellas (sliced)
- 1/2 bulb of garlic crushed
- 2 or 3 T. of seasoning
- Enough Olive oil to completely coat the vegetables with thin layer of oil
Directions
Put all the ingredients in roasting pan or 9″ X 13″ casserole dish. Cover with foil and bake in the oven at 375 deg. for 45 min. to an hour, stirring occassionally. Peppers should be soft (but not mushy).
Pizza Dough (for two pies)
Mix 2 cups of flour with 1 t. salt, 2 T. sugar, 2 packages of yeast, Add 2 T. olive oil and 2 cups very warm water. Mix well. Add 3 cups (or more, if dough is sticky) of flour to make nice soft dough. Knead well. Cover and let rise 1/2 hour to an hour (until double in size)
Ingredients for Pesto Sauce (In the summer, plant a basil garden in an old whiskey barrel on the patio for fresh basil all summer)
- 2 cups packed fresh basil leaves
- 3 or 4 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Pecorino cheese
Directions
Combine the basil, garlic and pine nuts in a food processor or blender and pulse until coarsely chopped. Add 1/2 cup of the oil and process until fully incorporated and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
Add the remaining oil and pulse until smooth. Transfer to a bowl and stir the cheese in. (You will have left over pesto sauce for another meal, or you can cut recipe in half)
After dough is done rising, coat two 9″ x 13″ pizza pans with olive oil. Divide dough in two and spread out in the pans. Bake at 375 deg. for 10 min. Make sure dough is cooked and not “doughy” at all in the middle.
Coat each baked shell with generous amount of Pesto sauce. You can add sliced tomatoes on top of Pesto if you would like. Cover each pizza with one bag of mozzarella cheese or pizza cheese. Spoon roasted pepper/mushroom mix on top of cheese. Bake at 350 deg. until cheese is melted.
Mangia bene, vivi felice!
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Not sure what to do with this so we made it a Jagoff or Not post!
Pickleball is everywhere. It was even a part of the national senior games that were here in the Burgh a few months ago. Young.. old.. everyone is playing it.
So, just like all good things, someone has to complain. This complaint is about the noise levels that come out of pickleball playing. Really? Are they that bad? Are they so bad that you just can’t be happy that everyone is active and working on being healthy at all ages? See full story on WPXI.com.
Seems like this reminds me of the woman in our neighborhood that were keep our ball when it went into her yard. Is this just cranky people mad about other people are having fun? Are the complainers jagoffs or not? You tell us!
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Tony and John talk about how the “C” word mention makes folks, even close friends, uncomfortable. Don’t be fearful or shy of talking to him or any of your friends who have received a difficult diagnosis like pancreatic cancer. He looks forward to seeing you in public, getting letters and getting your encouraging texts.
You can send your cards/notes to Tony, YaJagoff Podcast, P.O. Box 99932, Pittsburgh, PA 15233
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Are you seeking a delightful day filled with art, music, and a thriving community spirit? We’ve got the perfect recommendation for you! Dive into the heart of Dormont’s arts scene […]
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Seriously? The pic says it all. The Norwin Soccer Club had it’s fields groomed and ready to go and then this… someone decided to go turf the turf! Now their […]
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John and Tony Caliguire give a little background about Tony. Tony has been diagnosed with pancreatic and liver cancer. He has been under treatment since January ’23. Tony has been […]
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Summary: Good times, good food and good drinks at G’s on Liberty this episode. Kyle who is crushing his personal Instagram page with Pgh pics, Jared Bachar, CEO of Visit […]
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Tony Caliguire and John continuing the discussion of Tony’s diagnosis pancreatic and liver cancer as well as the treatment process. In this episode, Tony talks about how he identified that […]
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The YaJagoff blog site was built on the premise that we would point out Pittsburghers that are doing dumb things or ignorant things.. making the rest of us look bad. […]
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Tony Caliguire and John Chamberlin were paramedic partners many years ago. In December, ’23, Tony was diagnosed with pancreatic and liver cancer. This is the first video in a series […]
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We love the fact that the Steelers went 3-0 in the pre-season. Love the fact that the offense scored a bunch and that the defense got some blank quarters under […]
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Well this is nuts! Here’s the summary of a pretty short story. “A 39-year-old man calling himself “The Uniontown Ninja” assaulted a teenage boy who refused to make him a […]
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Mark your calendars, Art Lovers! The 26th Annual Shadyside Art Festival on Walnut Street returns on August 26th and 27th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dive into a world […]
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Some of our posts on this blog are just funny. This is one of them. Who would have known that the C for Closers had fallen down into the U […]
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Summary: Earlier this year, 3 of the YaJagoff Podcast episodes one Golden Quill Awards from the Western Pennsylvania Press Club. This is not a popularity contest. Winners are judged by […]
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These lanternflies are everywhere…jumping, flying, sitting around looking gross. Seems like there are more of them in our daily lives than there are terrible towels on the Northside on a […]
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I’m fairly certain where the evil elves go once they dig through my Christmas lights, that were put away so handsomely. They don’t go on the seasonal unemployment line. Like […]
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Let’s head to the beach! I recently spent a little over a week with family at a house at Carolina Beach, North Carolina. The beach was beautiful and we spent a […]
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We’re jaggin’ around with Carol and Bucco at PNC Park… talking about the 2023 Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Inc. Get your Mutt Strut registration details HERE.
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Summer is upon us and with the rising temperatures, it’s essential to think about not just staying hydrated but also incorporating foods that help regulate our body temperature. As Leslie […]
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Not sure how to frame this one. Feel free to add your jaggy sense. While preparing for a college move in day on one of our campuses, a family gathered […]
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Summary: The final stop of the ’23 Porch Tour had us hanging out with the home owners, Ken and Mickey, Musician Al and Al, Caleb from the “Making a Martini […]
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It’s hard enough to park your car in the City of Pittsburgh neighborhoods. It’s kind of a given that, unless you own a parking chair, you may have to park […]
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We love it when followers have our backs as far as watching for jags out in the wild! Sean Forman, Burgh exPat relocated to Virginia sent us this note: Hi […]
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Weight loss is a primary concern for many looking to make healthy dietary changes. Because the Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend 45-65% of daily calories come from carbohydrates, an eating […]
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John and Rachael are Jaggin’ Around With … Dan from Bellevue Rhythm and Brews which happens 8/19! Get tickets at BonafideBellevue.org.
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As summer fades and the nights grow cooler, the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium is set to illuminate the season with its brand new Asian Lantern Festival: World of Wonders. This […]
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How abaht back-to-school preparation has become a thing? Kinda like a holiday. Ok maybe not a holiday, but a process. The teacher sends the class list, the parents receive it, […]
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Summary: A little hang out at a cool space in Allentown…Brandon from the Little Giant recording studios was very welcoming to the jags as well as Matt Koz, our episode […]
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Texting and driving is still scary and unsafe, but look out because the newest rage among people 50 and older is writing, reading and driving. The proof is on Route […]
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PINK may be performing her stellar act tonight, but maybe we can convince Mark Ferrari and Johnny Angel to climb a pole and perform their FREE duo performance upside down? […]
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Today’s big story…”Mega Millions jackpot tops $1 billion!” But OUR topic i s all of the dramatic news people that cannot help themselves .. for some reason they HAVE to […]
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The portobello jerky has its charms. And a couple scoops of Bruster’s dairy-free White Raspberry Truffle ice cream is a must. But for Pittsburgh VegFest this Saturday, I’m most looking […]
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Call 811 Before ya dig… into a Millie’s ice cream treat. Nick from Peoples Natural Gas is stuck behind a couple of jags but STILL recommends being patient and to […]
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By Daniel Casciato Embarking on the second leg of our enchanting Western Mediterranean cruise, we found ourselves awestruck by Italy’s historic splendor and unrivaled beauty. From the awe-inspiring artistry of […]
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Not sure, but this might go down as the most Peter-Parkerish #PeterParkers pic ever on the blog. Simply because it is clearly on purpose. How can we tell, because of […]
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Summary:In between a morning rain and a late afternoon rain, we sandwich in an awesome podcast on Jay and Ethan’s patio. We had discussions of tomato growing, weather patterns with […]
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Yeah.. it was as bad as the photo looks. It’s not just about the angle of the pic. This car was a good 4 feet over what would be the […]
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John and Rachael are jaggin’ around with … Pirates pitcher David Bednar. He’s glad to be home and playing for the team he cheered on as a kid. Who is […]
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What is up with da cheese? I just wanted a sandwich but it just kept sticking together breaking apart when I peeled it off the previous slice! Now it’s like […]
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Hot summer days call for minimum cooking, even if you’re like me and you like to cook. Sometimes it’s just too hot to turn on the stove, or you’re too […]
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TODAY IS FINALLY DAY 1 OF OUR DELIVERING HOPE CAMPAIGN! The beautiful sunflowers ready for you!! John and Rachael will be selling them/delivering them in Market Square from 11am-1pm today, […]
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By Daniel Casciato Hola and Bonjour! I wanted to share my recent overseas trip in this week’s and next week’s WhereYaAt. About ten days ago, my wife, daughter, and I […]
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Here we are! The middle of the Pittsburgh summer. How many of you have complained about the heat? Who has gone to work and been, “that person” that says, “Is […]
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Summary: The gang went to hang out, behind the scenes, literally… in a park are behind the studio, of Pittsburgh Today Live. Krista, Teddy, Jeff, and Sean Collier hang out […]
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Call 811 Before ya dig… into an @isalysnation chipped ham sandwich! John, Rachael, Jim from Isaly’s and Nick Paradise from People’s Gas dig in at the Mr. Rogers statute but.. […]
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We’re thrilled to share some critical insights from a video by Leslie Bonci, a registered dietitian and owner of Active Eating Advice by Leslie, discussing the benefits of pickle juice and […]
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This is the most breaking newsy thing of breaking news that we have ever had on this blog! And we only have a, or some, dumb alleged criminals to thank. […]
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D’ja know that YaJagoff has team members all over Western PA, including in the AK Valley! Kristen is originally from Lower Burrell, but is in the process of moving to […]
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It’s been a while since we had one of these travel jagoffs but.. man.. this is a GREAT one! What makes anyone think that it’s OK to bare your feet […]
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Summary: The Peoples Gas Porch Tour for Zachary’s Mission makes a stop in the South Hills. Brandi, gets a lot! Scott Baker of 5 Generation Bakers cooks for everyone including, […]
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The National Comedy Center is the United States’ congressionally designated cultural institution dedicated to presenting the story of comedy and preserving its heritage for future generations. The National Comedy Center […]
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Calling all pickle enthusiasts in Pittsburgh! The highly anticipated Pickle Juice Drinking Contest during Picklesburgh is back, and it’s time to showcase your pickle prowess. Prepare to chug a jar […]
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So this story reared it’s ugly head again!! The ol’ Mount Washington sign needs an update. See story on KDKA-TV. Well, we STILL have the ultimate solution right here thanks […]
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Voted #1 Food Festival in America for the third consecutive time, Downtown Pittsburgh is gearing up for Picklesburgh ahead of its roll out that now includes two giant pickles and […]
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Hungry for some chips and salsa? Maybe some chips and cheese? Howzabout some restaurant style chips? We’re just wondering how one defines restaurant style. We thought that it might mean, […]
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Summary: Here we go. We loaded up the prizes from Mary Mac Bakehouse, Cookie Cookie Ice Cream, the Pittsburgh Irish Festival, Dryer Vent Wizard, All Things Empanada and Spectrum Fudge, […]
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We are jaggin’ around with My Preferred Insurance & HomeSolutions at Union Brothers Brewing about…. The August Shindig!!! But what is it? The Shindig will be fun for the […]
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Jaggin Around With… Daedalum at the Backyard space in downtown’s Cultural District. Daedulum, created by Architects of Air will be here 8 weeks! it’s a must see!
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Nothing says opening day at Millie’s North Park like Eat N’ Park Smiley Cookies, a dog named Millie, and families showing up to indulge in their favorite Millie’s flavor. Moving […]
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Jaggin’ Around With… Chef Andrew Alvarez at the Sewickley Sweetwater Center for the Arts. Register for the culinary classes HERE.
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Summary: It’s the ‘23 Peoples Gas Porch Tour Kick-off. Before we pack up our prizes from Mary Mac Bakehouse, Cookie Cookie Ice Cream, Pittsburgh Irish Festival Tickets, Dryer Vent Wizard […]
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Pittsburgh is set to come alive with the inaugural Northside Music Festival, scheduled from July 14th to 16th. Nestled within the heart of Historic Deutschtown on Pittsburgh’s Northside, this three-day […]
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This blog is meant to try and KEEP you from being a jagoff on the 4th of July. Here’s the deal… wherever you go to watch fireworks on the 4th […]
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The YaJagoff Podcast and Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership have teamed up to kick off Picklesburgh, again, with the “Pickles & Giggles Comedy Showcase” No kidding, Picklesburgh, voted #1 Specialty Food Festival in […]
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Yinz want to impress your guests with a fancy (but very easy) vegan dessert?All you need is a blender, frozen bananas and a splash of oat milk.You just add ingredients […]
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Is that me meeting George Potts downtown yesterday or is that an old picture of “smokey Pittsburgh?” This Canadian wildfire story is making us harken back to the old days […]
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Unleash your inner animal spirit this weekend by diving paws-first into the captivating world of Anthrocon! This annual extravaganza brings together a kaleidoscope of individuals – artists, animators, writers, puppeteers, […]
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Out for a walk.. not in traffic yet but others were and THIS is what they found during the rush.. to get to work! Somewhere in the neighborhood, a work […]
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Summary:We went to a winery sooooo, why not take a sommelier in training, an entertainment reporter and have one of the winery’s favorite musicians with us to hang with the […]
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Not sure if any of you outside of the Western Pennsylvania will understand today’s blog post because we believe this is a locally run TV commercial. It’s a TV commercial […]
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Most people hate SPAM.. the emails.. not the canned meat wrapped in jelly. The canned meat wrapped in jelly is actually really good when it’s fried and on Mancini’s Bread. […]
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In her latest video for Advice Eating for Jags, Leslie Bonci, a registered dietitian and owner of Active Eating Advice by Leslie, discusses the importance of incorporating specific foods into […]
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Jaggin’ Around With… Will from PogoPalooza and he tells us all of the stuff that’s gonna be happening at PogoPalooza. Some records are going to be broken hopefully, and some […]
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The Squirrel Hill Night Markets kick off the 2023 season this Saturday, June 24th! Inspired by the vibrant pop-up night markets of Asia and around the world, this enchanting event […]
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Some say that the future is bright with how technologically advanced the younger peeps are. That may be correct. These 3 seem to be bright but would appear to have […]
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Summary:We went to media day at the Westmoreland County Air Show and ran into our favorite Pennsylvania State Trouper, Steve Limani. While we watched the planes do their stunts, Steve […]
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Police said they received multiple calls from customers at a strip mall next to a guy’s home that reported seeing a man walking around the yard without clothing. Police said […]
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Enjoy active eating advice with themes, and a side of sass, thanks to our resident dietician packed with useful insight and humor. She is one of our fave jags!
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The jags and Peoples Gas have teamed up to bring you some fun videos. We all have heard of the “Call 811 Before You Dig” slogans and promotions. This is […]
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Jaggin’ Around With… Q 92.9 FM and Shinedown! The jags, Erika J, Monica, Kristen, Zak and the promotions team were able to have a private session with Zach and Brent. […]
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Insider Eats, a Pittsburgh-based startup company founded in the fall of 2022, aims to be Pittsburgh’s go-to hub for international food and supports small businesses. They now have 11 different […]
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Brace yourself for an unforgettable journey into culture, history, and freedom. Pittsburgh is proud to host the Western Pennsylvania Juneteenth Homecoming Celebration from June 16-19, 2023. At Point State Park […]
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Summary: The backdrop for this podcast is the Highmark Stadium on the Southside of Pittsburgh. Something big was going down there.. 2 flag football teams went head-to-head to raise money […]
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Yesterday, the Jagoff Crew went on site to the Good Taste Pittsburgh PizzaFest at Trace Brewing in Bloomfield. No jagoffs were noted but a winner of our “guess how many […]
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This box of … not just pizza.. Fiori’s pizza, was sitting on top of the mailboxes when I got home. It made me hungry for a Fiori’s pizza but I […]
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We always say that this #JeetJet column is not for food reviews. We want it to be filled with recipes from your family, or you or something that tells a […]
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The YaJagoff Podcast Porch Tour presented by Peoples Gas will be back this summer. Once again, the podcast series will benefit Zachary’s Mission, a non-profit dedicated to helping families with […]
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Instead of where ya at, how abaht where do you wanna be on June 28? Our answer is the Meet and Greef, yep greeF, with the Merries. The Merries are […]
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Here’s a recap of our JVIP trip to Wendell August Forge for their Centennial Tent Sale on The Burgh Bus. Thanks also to Libations Winery for.. well.. the post-shopping libations […]
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Summary: The “back yard” is a year-round entertainment space in downtown Pittsburgh. We hung out there talkin’ deets about the Dollar Bank Three Rivers Arts Festival, a production of the Cultural Trust. Sara Aziz, Director of the Festival and Special Projects Manager, Heather Irwin, the Trust’s Programming Manager and Jackson from the Regal Street Band hung out with us! We even got some TRAF parking hacks!!
Music: Dance Floor – The Regal Sweet Band
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The only thing this pic is missing is a cameo from Drew Carey. Not the Price is Right Drew, the Drew when he was on the gameshow Whose Line is it Anyway? Like he could just pop up right there in that traffic jam to emcee what the he** is going on because that light is green for ME to go, right? Not the slew of cars who are continuing to turn like it’s realistically their turn.
I mean who isn’t always ready to turn on a dime when the light is yellow, I mean orange-ish? But this scenario was like a parade was scheduled to happen right there in the South Side in no one’s honor. Not to mention, each vehicle that turned was an out-of-state vehicle just trying to avoid a red light. Til the truck, who should have gone but couldn’t because of the almost gridlock, finally put his foot down…literally. And then he went.
Look at the car in front of you. Don’t force a turn. For goodness sake, don’t start an unnecessary parade in traffic, ya jagoff.
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Love this pic for 3 reasons:
- It’s a classic #PeterParkers Pic
- It’s a classic Size-of-the-truck-is-inversely-proportional-to-the-size-of-his-@#$% truck
- It’s from our dear friend Marie who recently retired from KDKA-TV.
Marie is on a trip with her hubs and, while relaxing, thought of US!! It’s cool that Marie knows our passion for #PeterParkers on this blog. We’re kind of teary-eyed over it to be honest.
This jag took 6 spaces! We highlighted the spots with our Jagoff-estrator for your convenience. In Marie’s words to us, “Talk about a jagoff. Six spots this jag took up here in East Texas. Things are bigger in Texas including the jagoffs!”
We way THIS to the driver: If you need to take a leak, take a peak, get a lottery card, pay cash cause you lost your debit card again, grab a Ding-Dong and a coffee or get the Instant-Laxative Hot Dog Special, park that thing in the back end of the lot and maybe get some steps in as you walk to the front door (please), Ya Jagoff!!
Thanks to @mmmmpie on Instagram for being today’s Honorary Jagoff Catcher!
What do we mean by #PeterParkers pic? Click HERE.
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Summer sun brings many outdoor activities to the Burgh, from jumping in the pool and playing in the yard to simply lounging in the shade. Making the most of those warm weather moments with loved ones means maximizing your time and fueling up for adventure with easy, kid-friendly recipes the whole family can enjoy.
From favorite snacks to homemade lunches, flavorful dishes that are quick to make using nutritious fruits and veggies can help prepare your family for whatever summer brings. Dietitian-approved recipes like Peanut Butter and Jelly Sweetpotato Taquitos and Easy Homemade Salsa offer better-for-you summer solutions with healthy ingredients like sweet potatoes, blueberries, raspberries, sweet onions, Roma tomatoes, and more.
Ready in less than 30 minutes, these taquitos let you enjoy the convenient benefits of cooking with an air fryer, including:
- Healthier cooking: Requiring little to no oil, air frying is a healthier alternative to deep frying.
- Timesaving: Air fryers can cook foods faster than traditional methods, typically with less cleanup.
- Versatility: Air fryers can cook various foods, from vegetables and meats to desserts or reheat leftovers.
“Get into the kitchen together as a family and get cooking,” said Julie Lopez, registered dietitian, and culinary nutrition chef. “Cooking together can help kids build self-confidence and lay the foundation for healthy eating habits.”
While shopping for your family’s preferred ingredients, remember to look for the Produce for Kids and Healthy Family Project logos next to your favorite items in the produce department, as adding these flavorful fruits and veggies to your cart can help make a difference in your community.
Peanut Butter and Jelly Sweetpotato TaquitosRecipe courtesy of Tracy Shaw on behalf of Healthy Family Project
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Servings: 8
- 1 cup sweetpotatoes, peeled and diced small
- nonstick olive oil spray
- 1/2 cup peanut butter, preferred nut butter or nut-free butter
- 8 small, low-carb flour tortillas
- 1 cup blueberries, washed and dried
- 1 cup raspberries, washed and dried
- Preheat air fryer to 400 F.
- Add diced sweetpotatoes to air fryer basket and lightly spray with olive oil spray. Cook sweetpotatoes 10 minutes, shaking basket 1-2 times to toss sweetpotatoes.
- Transfer cooked sweetpotatoes to medium bowl; add peanut butter and mix well.
- Lay tortillas on counter and place 1-2 tablespoons sweetpotato mixture on each tortilla.
- Add blueberries and raspberries next to sweetpotato mixture.
- Roll each tortilla tightly. Place rolled tortillas, seam sides down, in air fryer.
- Spray tortillas lightly with olive oil spray.
- Cook in air fryer 6-7 minutes.
Easy Homemade SalsaRecipe courtesy of Healthy Family Project
Cook time: 10 minutes
Servings: 6
- 1/2 small RealSweet sweet onion, halved
- 5 mini sweet peppers, seeded and quartered
- 3 Roma tomatoes, quartered
- 1 1/2 limes, juice only
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic salt, or to taste
- tortilla chips
- In food processor, blend onion, peppers, tomatoes, lime juice, cilantro and garlic salt until desired consistency is reached. Serve with tortilla chips.
SOURCE:
Healthy Family Project
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School days are winding down or half days are ramping up, and either way the Rennebeck cupboards reflect the lack of need for packed lunches.
The usual lunch consists of a fruit of choice, a granola bar of some sort, and a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. One crunchy and one smooth. (Not opening that question up for debate: crunchy vs creamy.) The obvious summer switch of routine is inventory. The fruit goes from raspberries and blackberries to a banana or green apple. The bar selection? Oatmeal granola. The sammy is the real taleteller!
The PB gets low and the replacement jars non-existent…so trial size it is! You know, the to-go packets, AKA lifesavers! The jelly? Not so much…bring on the holiday some odd flavored jelly? Just check the expiration date, ya jagoff! Happy last days of school!
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Photos from lgbtqpittsburgh.com.
The city of Pittsburgh is no stranger to unity and pride. It’s with the same spirit that we look forward to the Pittsburgh Pride Revolution 2023, which promises to be a landmark event in the city’s vibrant history. We celebrate the Golden Jubilee of Pride this year, marking 50 years of fearless strength, resilience, and equality.
For the first time, all three of Pittsburgh’s professional sports teams unite to stand with the LGBTQIA+ community to support this significant event. This unity echoes the essence of the Pittsburgh Pride Revolution – a celebration of diversity and inclusion and a testament to the power of solidarity.
Spanning three days from June 2 to June 4, the Pride Revolution will occur in various locations across the city, including Downtown Pittsburgh, Northside, and Bloomfield. There’s a little something for everyone – a delightful mix of performances, free concerts featuring local, national, and international artists, vendors, a community march, and more.
The festivities kick-off on June 1 with our partners AIDS Free Pgh and True T Pgh at Too Hot for July in Homewood. The excitement continues on June 2 and 3 with a lineup of events at Allegheny Commons Park, North Park.
Then on Saturday, June 3, a refreshed version of the Pittsburgh Pride March & Parade will take place, beginning at 11th Street and Liberty Avenue downtown near the Strip District. With a brand new route snaking through downtown Pittsburgh and culminating at Allegheny Commons Park West, it’s bound to be a colorful spectacle of community spirit.
On June 4, the action shifts to Bloomfield’s Main Street, promising a full day of Pride-filled joy from 1 pm to 9 pm.
The Pittsburgh Pride Revolution is more than a party. It’s a reminder of the progress and the strides we continue to take toward a more inclusive and understanding society. It’s about embracing diversity and standing together, no matter what.
If you’re looking to join in the celebrations or have any questions, feel free to reach out to Jeff@QBurgh.com, or visit https://lgbtqpittsburgh.com/ for more information. As we prepare to celebrate 50 years of Pride, let’s make this year’s Pittsburgh Pride Revolution a celebration to remember, filled with love, acceptance, and, of course, no fear.
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GQ means Golden Quill. Each year, the Golden Quills honors dozens of journalists and news outlets for storytelling and reporting. Can someone pinch a jag? Since this is the only acceptance speech opportunity, bear with us.
John wanted an outlet to be punny, light-hearted, and part of Pittsburgh culture. Rachael had some journalism experience and wanted a way to tell Pittsburgh stories differently. Together we are YaJagoff, seven years strong with a team that is a force to be reckoned.
Like all other media outlets, we submitted snippets of our podcast in categories; seven to be exact. We got word that five of them were finalists in five categories.
Much to our surprise, not once, or twice, but three times last night our name was called followed by a clip. Our work was good enough. Not just good enough, award worthy. We won in the sports, lifestyle, and medical/health categories. A demolition derby in Fayette County, a meet up with powerful Pittsburgh women, and a service dog snagged us the W’s.
Thank you for trusting us to tell your stories. Thank you for helping point out jags and celebrating our steel city. Thank you for listening, ya jagoff!
The 3 winning episodes:
YaJagoffPodcast: Banter At Bay 41 In Lawrenceville#YaJagoffPodcast: Demolition Derby – Behind The Scenes Of The Secret World#YaJagoffPodcast: Smells Like A Good One PodcastThe post We Won THREE GQ Awards, YaJagoff! first appeared on Ya Jagoff!!!.
Summary: Thanks to the folks at Revive Marketing, we got to hang out at the start of this year’s ChalkFest associated with River Life Pittsburgh. EJ Arie Cole, Matt Galluzzo, head honcho at RLP, Ryan from The Pop District and the awesome Chalking Dad hang out with us!
Music: Dance Floor – Arie Cole Remix
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John and Rachael are jaggin’ around with volunteers from Peoples Gas, on one of their Volunteer Activity Committee days, as they prepare a local cemetery for Memorial Day.
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We’re thrilled to share some critical insights from a video by Leslie Bonci, a registered dietitian and owner of Active Eating Advice by Leslie, discussing the essential intersection of nutrition and mental health.
As May is Mental Health Month, it’s time we rethink how we approach our everyday habits, particularly in a world full of conflicting “dos” and “don’ts”.
Taking a CAN ApproachInstead of being overwhelmed by restrictive rules, Leslie encourages us to find what is “doable” within our own timelines and preferences. She introduces the concept of the CAN approach – C for consistency, A for attitude, and N for nurturing. Reframing our everyday habits with these principles in mind makes them less daunting and more sustainable.
The Four Pillars of a Healthy LifestyleIn the video, Leslie discusses four pillars that significantly impact stress: sips and chews, booze, moves, and snooze.
Sips and ChewsAdequate hydration is non-negotiable. Dehydration can cause headaches and fatigue, making everyday tasks more challenging. Women need about 90 ounces of fluid per day, and men need about 125 ounces, with increased amounts for exercise. These can come from water, milk, juice, coffee, or tea.
Eating should not be a source of stress. The research points to several foods that may optimize our mental health, including omega-3 rich foods like fish, walnuts, and whole grains, protein-rich beans, berries, and leafy greens. Remember, the goal is consistency, not perfection.
BoozeA small amount of alcohol might be fine, but excessive consumption can impair sound sleep, adversely affect heart health, and increase appetite. Safe levels are defined as one drink a day for women and two drinks a day for men.
MovesPhysical activity dissipates stress. It could be as simple as a walk around the block, a bike ride, gardening, or strength training. Finding an activity that you enjoy and being consistent with it is key.
SnoozeFinally, sound sleep is crucial. Factors that might interfere with sleep include eating a large meal or consuming caffeine late in the day, strenuous exercise right before bed, and alcohol.
At the end of the day, we are responsible for our eating, drinking, movement, and sleep habits. By being aware of our choices and making an effort to care for our physical and mental health, we can truly make a difference in our well-being.
Remember to watch Leslie Bonci’s video for the full discussion. Your body and mind will thank you!
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Without all of the blah-blah-blah deets, here’s the summary:
Police say, Rashon Coleman, 29, robbed two banks on the same street in Shadyside within 24 hours in April. as per a story from YaHoo News/WPXI.
Then, he did the same thing 2 weeks later.. the same to banks! And, when he ALLEGEDLY robbed the 2 banks in the same day for the second time, he wore the same clothes so it was easy to spot him hanging out in the SAME NEIGHBORHOOD as the ALLEGED bank robbery!
Dude… you’re getting Giant Eagle and your banks confused! The banks don’t offer fuel perks on transactions! That’s only on groceries. There’s no Frequent Robber cards, Ya Jagoff!
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It’s time to lace up your walking shoes, strap on your helmets, and mark your calendars!
OpenStreetsPGH is returning for 2023, bigger and better than ever! Hosted by BikePGH, OpenStreetsPGH is a free community event that invites people of all ages and abilities to explore our beautiful city sans motor vehicles.
Taking place on the last Sundays of May, June, and July, the event temporarily transforms miles of streets into car-free zones perfect for walking, running, biking, rollerblading, and more. This year’s OpenStreetsPGH kicks off on Sunday, May 28th, from 10 am to 2 pm, offering an exciting route from North Shore to South Side.
Imagine meandering from the bustling heart of North Shore through the vibrant Golden Triangle, traversing the Armstrong Tunnel without the usual traffic hum, crossing the iconic 10th Street Bridge, and soaking in the lively atmosphere of East Carson St. Sounds surreal, doesn’t it? Well, it’s all possible at OpenStreetsPGH.
The spirit of OpenStreetsPGH aligns with a global movement seeking to reclaim streets for people. Across the world, hundreds of cities host open street events to foster healthier lifestyles, strengthen communities, and promote sustainable modes of transportation.
The event series is meticulously organized by Bike Pittsburgh, a non-profit organization tirelessly advocating for a safer, more accessible city for bikers and walkers alike. Beyond organizing OpenStreetsPGH, Bike Pittsburgh is dedicated to policy advocacy, infrastructure improvement, and education. They work all year round to provide resources that encourage more Pittsburghers to switch to car-free commuting.
OpenStreetsPGH offers more than just open streets, though. Engage in free fitness classes at the wellness hub, watch your kids learn biking at our kids hub, savor delicious food from local vendors, and partake in fun activities hosted by local organizations.
By participating in OpenStreetsPGH, you’re not just joining an event but becoming part of a movement. You’re standing up for cleaner, healthier, and more inclusive streets.
Join other outdoor enthusiasts this May to experience Pittsburgh in a new light. Embrace the freedom of open streets, and celebrate the joy of active living. For any inquiries, please reach out to openstreetspgh@bikepgh.org or call 412-325-4334.
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Let’s set the scene because things ALMOST went perfectly as far as courtesy toward others but then… yikes!
- The guy whose face is blurred is at an expo.
- He needs a bit of a break so he approaches the “break table” where others are working and relaxing.. just taking a break from the expo for a bit.
- He politely asks those, already at the table, if they mind if he takes one of the open chairs. Nice work!
- He sits down, and, well… this is when things go from courteous to jagoff!
He sits down, puts his earbuds in and proceeds to talk loud.. overmodulate… like someone who is singing with headphones on! Not only is he talking loud, he’s laughing and using minor profanity but, still, just causing a raucous at the previously quiet and calm table.
Paleeeeeeze… we have dealt with earbuds and talking on portable phones for so many years by now! Can we paaaaaleeeeeeeze figure out how to keep your conversations to YOURSELVES… YaJagoffs!!!
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We’re celebrating National Emergency Medical Services Week. It’s a week to recognize your local EMS professionals. Our fave food advice professional, Leslie Bonci, Soul Pitt Magazine’s Managing Editor, Bonita Lee Penn, and The Fuzzy Future join us as we meet Bill Norton who is an EMS resuscitation success story and his wife Amy.
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We publish this every year as part of EMS Week. It is written by Rachael Rennebeck about her interaction with Ross/West View EMSA’s Larry Barnes. Unfortunately Larry died at an early age but cool to know that he was there to help her when she needed help. Photo Note: This photo of Larry was supplied by Ross/West View EMSA. It was one of the only photos anyone could find of Larry.
At 16 I said the words I love you to my parents, my brother, and maybe thought it about the Central Catholic junior I met weeks before at a dance in the Oakland gymnasium. Then on October 30, 1992, I whole-heartedly proclaimed my deepest love for a man I never met until then. But, he saved my life.
It was 7:42 p.m., PM Dawn’s “I’d Die Without You” was on the radio in the gray Ford Taurus when fear and uncertainty stymied the high school girl banter happening among the five friends in the car. We were on our way to the Mt. Alvernia High School dance traveling the winding Evergreen Road, treacherous on any given day, let alone dark and rainy Devil’s Night.
We began to severely swerve, later to learn the axle had broken, causing us to turn into oncoming traffic, then flip after hitting a tree. The car landed in a marshy creek on the side of the road on it’s side with me trapped underneath. Adrenaline and fear overcame the girls who fled the vehicle, even flicking a cigarette upon departure to spark a fire near where I lay trapped, almost accepting that I was not going to make it out alive.
Within minutes, paramedics were at the scene dividing, conquering and attending to each of the girls who watched me lay there helpless. Then, out of the crowd of EMT’s I heard, “Rachael, right? We got some new equipment, my friend, and we are using it to get you the hell out of here. Just hold tight and trust me, okay? By the way, I am Larry Barnes.”
Little did I know that the Ross/West View EMS team had just invested in the rescue tool known as the Jaws of Life. The hydraulic-type tool dug below where I was laying and sprung me out of the small ditch I was trapped in.
I talked incessantly about the accident, giving play-by-play details about the process of the crash, necessary facts about the other girls, and directions on keeping my mom calm once I was rescued. There was never a time I didn’t trust this man whom I never saw, heard, interacted with, or met before that night. I knew his name. I knew he cared. I knew he was going to spare my life. I do not know how I knew, but I knew and he did.
I laid in the ambulance cold and shaking. I insisted that Larry ride with me. I insisted that he come into the hospital with me. I demanded that he come into the exam room, and at that point, when I was told no, Larry said, “Rachael, you are a fighter my friend. Good luck and be in touch.” My answer was I love you, Larry. And I did.
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Any car, make or model, from like 2010 up has some kind of sensory something.
Bing: buckle in. Bing: someone is walking near your door. Bing: there is a french fry on your floor…..and nothing reminded this person that the hatch was high?
Furthermore, how was there not a breeze from the back? A little chill in the back of the car? We actually tried to tell the driver as he pulled out of the post office…your junk is gonna fall outta your trunk! But we were much kinder.
Luckily, the driver was a slow go and became aware of what was happening in the rear, just before approaching route 65. We like to think we were good samaritan jagoffs. Maybe car noise designers should make the bings louder to help drivers? Bing louder, ya jagoff!
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Insider Eats, a Pittsburgh startup founded in the fall of 2022, features the most authentic dishes from ethnic restaurants in the ‘burgh. They offer takeout and delivery, and might just have the widest delivery range in Pittsburgh (up to about 22 miles). Now partnering with 10 restaurants, Insider Eats is adding more global flavors on a regular basis, so get on their mailing list at www.insider-eats.com to stay updated.
Not really sure how adventurous you’re feeling, or if you’re ready to try different international foods? Let’s break down one of the dishes from their Vietnamese menu: the iconic banh mi sandwich. It has some similarities to a traditional American hoagie that we all know and love. Banh mi in Vietnamese loosely translates to “bread,” so yes, it starts off with a good, crusty roll, typically a French baguette, stemming from heavy French influence in Vietnam. The banh mi is spread with pate (a mixture of ground meat and fat cooked in a dish called a terrine), and then stacked with different kinds of meat including pork and Vietnamese meat, pickled veggies, cucumber, cilantro, and fresh chiles like jalapenos. Chef Song’s version includes garlic butter and mayo in place of pate. You can also choose your protein: chicken, pork, shrimp, tofu, or the traditional dac biet, which is typically ham and pork.
Insider Eats’ Vietnamese kitchen in Robinson also offers things like fresh spring rolls, poke bowls, pho, Asian fusion dishes like curry and ramen, and boba teas. Is your Pittsburgh palate still holding on for dear life? Why not try the chicken bulgogi fries, made with crispy French fries topped with marinated chicken, cheese, pickled veggies, and sriracha mayo. The perfect blend of flavors and textures from multiple different cultures.
Make sure to follow Insider Eats on Instagram and Facebook for new menu releases!
Fresh spring rolls, bun vermicelli noodle bowls, and banh mi sandwich
Bulgogi fries
Ashley CesarattoBorn and raised in Pittsburgh, Ashley Cesaratto is the Community Developer for Insider Eats, co-founder of the Facebook group Pittsburgh Foodies, freelance food writer, soprano in the Mendelssohn Choir of Pittsburgh, and full-time music teacher. When she’s not eating or singing, Ashley enjoys exploring the city, hiking, yoga, working out, traveling, hanging out with her two cats, and spending time with family and friends. Follow her on Instagram at @eatingwithashley.pgh.
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John and Rachael are jaggin’ around with comedian Ray Zawodni. He’s been living in New York City and is coming back to his home club, Pittsburgh Improv, for one show this Sunday night.
Get tickets HERE. Use RAY as the promo code for $5 off.
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Sometimes we feel like we owe our fellow yinzers a good ol’ Western PA point out. Sometimes it is numbered road rage or just a parking sitch gone wrong. If you agree then understand that good samaritan effort translates to trips also.
So while in New Jersey, sitting patiently behind a UHaul, we grew quickly impatient because it literally didn’t move. A minute turned to two, and then three, and then we started to beep and nothing. There was no light, no stop sign, in fact I think we were at one of those round abaht thingies where you just merge out of nowhere? If you have been to Jersey ya know what I mean!
As I looked closer, the door was open and no one was in it. Like I am talking it was basically parked with the door opened as if the driver had to stop and ask for directions or something and just left the UHaul. Just right there on the shoulder, that somehow turns into a turning lane on a highway if you are Jersian. Get back inyour UHaul and turn, or just drive, ya jagoff!
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Approximately 2 billion people will watch Charles’ coronation. For perspective, more than 130 million people typically watch the NFL “Bg game: on that special Sunday in February.
Here are some YaJagoff thoughts on how to increase Pittsburgh viewership of the coronation:
- Start a Fantasy Coronation League– choose the best 8 male celebrities who you believe will would be a better king
- Produce a “pre-game” show with highlights of Charles’ pre-coronation party with his drinking buds – accenting highlights with a telestrator and Jay Caufield
- Sideline cheerleading squads and large-bellied, drunk, hairy men that have their naked torso’s painted with “Go King!”
- Intersperse NFL draft pick re-runs with coronation coverage– “And who presents Charles to be king?” (cut to NFL) “The Pittsburgh Steelers chose Broderick Jones – Offensive Tackle in Round 1 and here’s why.”
What are your suggestions on making the coronation “Pittsburgh friendly?”
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Personal Chef Frank Tokach brings five-star cooking to your table, and the jags got to reserve a spot…and we didn’t even use parking chairs!
Chef does the shopping, preparing, cooking, serving, and even cleaning up. The tasting is completely yours. Our menu consisted of five courses and each deserving of a yinzer high five.
We started with confit tomato ricotta bruschetta. We may call it a crostini with cheesy goodness, but we wanted a double serving.
Next, we had the best Caesar salad we had ever tried. Perhaps it was the parmesan croutons with preserved lemons?
The greens were hot, but we needed something with more substance. Next up was the Pancetta risotto, which was light, but delicious.
The fourth course was the meat.
Not just any, though, a cherry and Pinot Noir braised short rib plate with butternut potato hash. No words!
As if those scrumptious dishes weren’t enough, Chef topped off the experience with Swiss chocolate crème brulee.
The food was beyond our expectations, the company was divine, and thanks go to Jay Obertance and Ethan Atkins for introducing us to this bar none tableside experience.
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Last night, the Pirates’ manager, Derek Shelton was overheard dropping a few f’ity effs during the Tampa Bay Rays game. We have certainly all enjoyed the Pirates while they have been on this season-opening win streak. It certainly gives some of us a sense of “baseball beer muscles.” Skipper Shelton the same!
Disclaimer: we don’t understand all of the strategies behind the new pitch clock in the MLB but we DO understand that the Pirates have been very good at taking advantage of it in a smart way.
Kudos to you, Skipper, for sticking up for what you believe so passionately. We love the fervor. We only have one compliant and it’s, admittedly self-serving: next time you get that mad, and you might be on an open mic, could you PLEASE drop a couple of “ya jagoffs???” We would have been so #@#$% proud to here ya say, “F’ity, eff, eff, mother ef’ity…… ya jagoff!”
See the video clip here if ya want! Careful, it’s not safe for work!
Derek Shelton was absolutely HEATED
He ran out onto the field to argue with the umps while Shane McClanahan was delivering his pitch pic.twitter.com/DleBnb5Qvf
— Jomboy Media (@JomboyMedia) May 3, 2023
Credit: @JomBoyMedia
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Are you ready to sip, swirl, and savor your way through an evening of the finest wines and spirits? Are you passionate about delicious food, fun times, and meeting new people? Well then, grab your tasting glass and get ready to uncork the excitement because the Pittsburgh Wine & Spirits Festival is back and better than ever!
Hosted by Pittsburgh Magazine, this year’s event takes place on Saturday, May 20, 2023, from 6-10 p.m., at the Rivers Casino Event Center.
With more than 200 wines and spirits from around the world to sample, it’s the perfect opportunity to try new flavors, expand your palate, and indulge in your favorites.
But it’s not just about the drinks – there are plenty of exciting activities to enjoy as well. Meet and greet winemakers, distillers, and brand ambassadors, and learn from the experts in educational seminars and tasting sessions. And if you’re a fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers, you won’t want to miss the chance to say hello to former quarterback Terry Bradshaw and snap a photo with him.
For foodies, the festival offers a buffet dinner throughout the event, ensuring that you’ll have plenty of delicious bites to pair with your drinks. And if you’re looking to take a piece of the festival home with you, stop by the onsite Fine Wine & Good Spirits store to stock up on your favorites.
Tickets for the Pittsburgh Wine & Spirits Festival are on sale now. General admission tickets are priced at $100 per person, and designated driver tickets are available for just $30. And to make the experience even sweeter, complimentary parking is available in the Rivers Casino garage.
Don’t miss out on the wine and spirits event of the year. For additional event info, visit pittsburghmagazine.com/pghwineandspirits and get ready to raise a glass to an unforgettable evening of fun and indulgence.
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So a bunch of Pittsburgh kids are headed to the Czech Republic for the world stage competition of ball hockey, and some competitive U16 members want YOU to determine their team’s (un)official ice cream flavor. We are tying it into our Mother’s Day podcast at Millie’s Wexford…The Mother Nature Pod featuring Ron Smiley, Mary Ours and Falicia Woody! You can vote for the flavor, or meteorologist team captain, or fave ball hockey player! Just click your fave and donate $10 to send these kids to play ball. Then join us on May 13 at Millie’s for our live podcast with the meteorologists and teammates for our #Dineanddonate with ice cream. Details are here–>Send them to Czech!
OR short cut and VOTE:
Click. Pick. Enjoy the licks, yajagoff!
Smiley’s S’mores (Rennebeck/Helbling/Moore)
Mary Our’s Cookie Dough (Horner/Nikolajski)
Falicia Woodys Cookies N’ Cream (Zevola/Balana/Simon)
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Summary: Nobody had to eat veggies at this podcast but everyone WANTED to! Chef Mike made everyone welcome at his restaurant on East Ohio Street. The Unqualified Therapists, KDKA-TVs Chris DeRose and Eric and Anne of The Altered Egos hung out with us! We’re all going back for brussels sprouts soon.
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Many would agree that even new washers and dryers do not come equipped with a protection program for missing socks. It is that enigma no one has ever been able to solve. Where the heck did the black sock with green polka dots and worn out heel go? It is certainly not in high demand!
What’s crazy is the same mystery started happening in my kitchen utensil drawer. I have had the same set for about two decades, but I started missing spoons, in particular, like crazy.
I first I blamed myself for packing good flatware in three school lunches for pudding and yogurt. I even tapped into my good set of flatware complete with gold trim. That’s right, only my kids were at the school lunch table with the off–brand version of applesauce and a golden spoon.
So, clearly things go missing in my house. Obviously, I don’t have answers for these missing items. The two teenagers, one preteen, and one tired tradesmen/hockey coach have no responses either.
But, those things could seem common as disappearing items in households. But this week, my kids lost Tanner’s collar. Disclaimer: The collar is a little too big for him, and he is able to Houdini out of it. However, it is frustrating at the 5 AM hour to search for the collar to take him outside when it goes missing.
How? How does a collar go missing? The detectives in my house once again came up short. Lucky for me, I did a few laps around the house and found the collar and leash hanging from the light fixture, after all isn’t that where everyone puts their dog collar and leash? In their defense, the collar is camouflage… Insert eye roll and bold letters Ya Jagoffs!!
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Jaggin’ Around with the Allegheny County Chief Exec and the folks from Peoples Gas!
- Peoples Gas volunteers transplanted close to 900 tree seedlings into larger pots to ensure their continued growth at Tree Pittsburgh
- Peoples made a $50,000 donation to Tree Pittsburgh
- In total, the Essential Foundation donated more than $450K to environmental organizations on behalf of Peoples and its sister company, Aqua Water, throughout their service areas including Southwestern PA
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Asparagus, Bacon and Egg Salad – a classic dish many people can’t get enough of.
What is it about this dish that has captured many hearts and taste buds? Is it the crisp crunch of fresh asparagus, the salty, savory taste of bacon, or the creamy texture of hard-boiled eggs? Maybe it’s all of the above.
For those who have never tried this salad, let me break it down for you. First, you start with a bed of fresh greens – usually something like spinach or arugula. Then you add in the star of the show – asparagus that has been lightly steamed or roasted to bring out its natural sweetness. Next, you sprinkle on some crumbled bacon for a salty, smoky flavor. And finally, you top it all off with some hard-boiled eggs, chopped up into bite-sized pieces.
Whether your gatherings with loved ones take place in the family kitchen, on the patio or at a picnic area, this Asparagus, Bacon and Egg Salad makes for a perfect brunch or appetizer that leans on ingredients like asparagus.
As a nutrient-dense, low-calorie vegetable with no fat, no cholesterol and little sodium, it’s also easy to prepare – don’t overcook it. Look for thicker spears at the store, as they tend to have greater texture and more flavor and tenderness because the fiber is less concentrated.
Watch video to see how to make this recipe!Asparagus, Bacon and Egg SaladRecipe courtesy of Ashley from “Cheesecurd in Paradise” on behalf of the Michigan Asparagus Advisory Board
- 6 bacon slices
- 1 pound fresh Michigan asparagus, ends trimmed
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons champagne vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and quartered
- 2/3 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sliced green onion
- In skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Remove from pan. Set aside.
- Cut asparagus into four pieces. Add asparagus to same skillet used to cook bacon. Cook until fork tender, about 4 minutes, depending on thickness of asparagus.
- While asparagus cooks, prepare dressing. Whisk oil, vinegar, honey, mustard, salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Chop bacon.
- Remove asparagus from pan and place on platter. Top with chopped bacon, eggs, tomatoes and green onion. Pour dressing over top.
It may sound simple, but the combination of flavors and textures is truly magical. The asparagus adds a fresh, slightly bitter taste that balances perfectly with the salty bacon and creamy eggs. And the greens provide a refreshing crunch that ties everything together.
SOURCE:
Michigan Asparagus Advisory Board
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Is this a bathroom built for failure.. especially those that stand?
Think of this… those that sit, do not like to sit on a water-sprinkled seat. So much so, some bystanders will comment to the “standers” to make sure they lift the seat! The other complaint of the “sitters” is for the “standers” to make sure that they put the seat back down once they are done.
Well…. let’s say you stand and you have lifted the seat like the good person that you are. You flush and then you put the seat back down like the good person that you are.
You then proceed to wash your hands like the good.. well you get it!
When you proceed to dry your hands…… uh-oh.. the seat might get sprinkled!!!!!! At that point, you have to wipe off the seat.. then maybe flush again.. or wash your hands again and the viscous sprinkle dilemma cycle begins! In our opinion, the paper towel holder is placed in a very precarious position.
Yikes! I swear, I DIDN’T pee on the seat, Ya Jagoffs!
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Photos from the Art All Night website
Get ready to experience the magic of art in its most diverse and inclusive form at Art All Night in Lawrenceville! This free, 22-hour festival shines a light on new, emerging, and established artists with an open invitation for everyone to participate and enjoy. Art All Night is a unique celebration of creativity, community, and the vibrant spirit of Lawrenceville, attracting thousands of visitors each year.
Founded in 1998, Art All Night has become a highly anticipated annual event, staying true to its motto, “No Fee, No Jury, No Censorship.” This grassroots community art extravaganza is organized by a team of dedicated volunteers. It welcomes artists from all walks of life to showcase their work in a fun and supportive environment.
What to Expect at Art All NightAt Art All Night, you’ll discover hundreds of unique works of art, non-stop performances by musicians and performers, dozens of films, and interactive activities for children and adults. The event encourages everyone, from children to seniors, to participate in the artistic experience, fostering a sense of unity and creativity across generations.
With more than 500 participants in the previous year’s event, you’ll be amazed by the diverse array of artwork, music, films, and performances that fill the Lawrenceville area of Pittsburgh during the last weekend of April.
A Catalyst for Community DevelopmentNot only does Art All Night promote artistic expression and inclusivity, but it also catalyzes community development. With its rich history of attracting artisans, lovers of beautiful architecture, and urban living enthusiasts, Lawrenceville takes center stage during this unforgettable weekend.
The event has grown in popularity each year, reflecting the passion and dedication of the Lawrenceville community. From its humble beginnings in 1998, when it featured 101 pieces of art and 200 visitors, Art All Night has evolved into a must-attend event, attracting over 7,500 visitors and showcasing works by more than 850 artists in 2007.
Join the CelebrationArt All Night is a family-friendly, weapons-free community event with something for everyone. Embrace your inner artist, explore the unique offerings of Lawrenceville, and come together with thousands of others to celebrate the power of art and community.
Mark your calendars for this weekend and participate in this incredible artistic journey at Art All Night in Lawrenceville. You won’t want to miss it!
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Stop at the light, look both ways, look both ways again.
Sitting at a stoplight in the rain, that nursery rhyme was going through my head…look both ways again…doo doo doo.
I watched the traffic pattern on the bustling McKnight Road and saw a person preparing to cross it and I thought noooo, that person is not going to do it. I mean I would not. But, yep, that person in old-school frogger style walked across THE McKnight(mare) Road, necessarily pausing as cars continued to swerve around. I had hot flashes watching remembering the old Atari game and kind of living it.
I also had to chuckle. It was raining, the crosser had on a jacket with a hood, an umbrella, good sneakers…all of the preparation for weathering the rain. But why attempt crossing McKnight Road, ya Jagoff!
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Summary: We gathered with a 11 creators, their non-profit partners and a few hundred people at the Mall at Robinson to celebrate the beginning of picnic season. We celebrated with a whole bunch of Strawberry Jell-O Pretzel Salad concoctions… traditional, non-traditional like fudge, cookies, ice cream! Who won the prize from our sponsors, KB Plumbing and Signature Kitchens of PA.
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There are lots of pretty good ways to predict the weather. “Red sky at night, sailors’ delight, red sky at morning, sailors’ warning” is tried and true. Cows are good. If the local cows are lying down in their field it means rain. Bunions are, of course, the standby weather forecaster, up there with arthritis, sinuses and old injuries; they’re always acting up when the weather’s about to change. The dog going crazy and tearing through a door could mean “there’s a tornado coming, hide in the cellar!” or nothing at all.
Now, with rapidly advancing technology, we have Doppler Radar, NEXRAD, The National Weather Service, etc. But is our forecasting better? No! And why you ask? I’ll tell you why, the weather over Western Pennsylvania is a JagOff!
“How can I know which Ya Jagoff brand clothing and accessories to use this weekend?” you may ask. First, watch the local weather forecast, then, call your grandma and bring up her bunions, next, take a drive into the country and check the cows, and finally, call your old friend from high school and ask about his left knee. When you’re sure what the true weather forecast is, put on your ‘Don’t be a Jagoff’ hoodie, shake your fist at the sky and shout, “You can’t fool me, Ya Jagoff!
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Cooking Comedy and Chaos gives us her best version of SPJS with a viral spin on the classic recipe featuring Little Debbie snack cakes!
Ingredients:
- 1 – Jello No Bake Cheesecake box mix
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 – 3oz box instant cheesecake pudding mix
- Milk – per jello and cheesecake box directions
- 1 – 8oz cool whip
- 8 oz strawberries – diced
- 4 Little Debbie Strawberry Shortcake Rolls – sliced in 1/2” pieces
Directions
- Follow box directions for no-bake cheesecake adding an additional 2 tbsp butter, cinnamon and 1/2 c crushed pretzels to the crust mixture. Press into bottom of 8*8 cake pan and cover with cheesecake mixture.
- Lay sliced little Debbie’s down on cheesecake until fully covered.
- Mix together cheesecake pudding and milk per box directions and gently fold in strawberries. Once incorporated, add container of cool whip along with strawberry jello packet and fold together until mixed. Pour this mixture over your little Debbie cheesecake.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- Garnish before serving with remaining crushed pretzels. Then sit back and enjoy the most majestic Strawberry Pretzel Jello Salad you’ve ever had!
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This is kinda our “super bowl,” our jam, our.. … I dunno what else to say!
In searching the hashtag #jagoff, this is what resulted today on Instagram. A classic #PeterParkers pic! A picture of someone completely unaware of their surroundings requiring the driver of the car on the right to transform into a PixieStick in order to get into there car. Either that or do a full-body crawl over the center console from the passenger side.
Here’s what our jagoff catcher posted with the pic:” My red, Hyundai Tucson is parked on the right, perfectly between the lines. I’m not sure if the red Hyundai Tucson on the left is jealous of my nicer, newer model, but he sure parked like a true jagoff.”
Hi ya Hyundai! See what we did there?
Thanks for the squeeze play parking. The only good excuse, right now, for doing this is you were listening to an excited Pirates game and got distracted while you were parking! That excuse hasn’t been plausible for years so.. use that vs. you were on your phone when you parked and we won’t be mad… YaJagoff!
Thanks to @Burgh_Gal for being our honorary jagoff catcher today.
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Are you looking for a fun way to celebrate Spring and discover unique handmade products from talented emerging Pittsburgh artists and craftspeople? Look no further than the Handmade Arcade at Construction Junction in Point Breeze on Saturday, April 29, from 9 AM to 5 PM.
This free market will feature a diverse range of handmade products, including upcycled treasures, inventive ceramics, bold artwork, handcrafted accessories, statement piece jewelry, and one-of-a-kind apparel. Whether you want to enhance your home décor or indulge in creative retail therapy, the Handmade Arcade has something for everyone.
In addition to shopping, there will be plenty of fun and engaging activities to enjoy throughout the day. For example, you can explore the art of pottery-making with the Union Project’s Wheel Mobile Clay Studio. From hand-building techniques to wheel throwing and Raku firing, you’ll learn all about ceramics from expert teaching artists.
If you’re feeling crafty, stop by Studio Make, who will be on-site with a fun make-and-take activity. You can also purchase a craft kit to take home and make later.
Of course, no festival is complete without some delicious food and drinks to enjoy. You can indulge in Greek food and carnival favorites with Hermes Food Truck, sample flavorful Korean dishes with manduhandu, and sip creative and delightful mocktails and beverages from the Pittsburgh Mobile Drink Bars.
The Handmade Arcade is hosted by Construction Junction, a nonprofit organization committed to conservation by reusing building materials. After you’ve explored all of the creative offerings at the Handmade Arcade, stroll around their warehouse and see how they positively impact the environment through their work.
This is a must-visit event for anyone who loves handmade products, creative inspiration, and supporting local artists and organizations. We hope to see you there on April 29th!
Images from Handmade Arcade’s website
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The angel on earth in the middle of this picture is Sara Booz. Four years ago yesterday, she woke up in a recovery room from a liver transplant, an elected surgery that would allow my mom to continue living. To say we are forever grateful is an understatement. Thank you for being the ultimate example of kindness, giving and selflessness. You forever changed our lives and I’m a better person to have you in mine!
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Summary: We throw the books at everyone on this episode! Good books from the Northland Library in McCandless Township. Daisy Jade, KDKA-TV and her fiancé Perry, certified genealogist Elissa Scalise, library board member, Alice Beckett-Rumberger and foundation director, Alexis McKinley, hang out with us in one of the best podcast sets ever while Zen Strings, Micah and Ryan, provided the perfect music.
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This one is simple. Can ya just put a little extra paper on these things so that there’s, at least, a little tab that I can pull on?
Why do I have to use a knife/scissors to open these things, YaJagoffs?
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The second stand-off is on and you’re invited. It’s FREE!
You may recall last year’s event. Mancini’s Bakery was the winner. See video.
How it works:
- On April 22nd, we will gather at the Mall at Robinson, 11:3Oam-1:3Opm.
- We want you to show up and taste test sample of various version of Pittsburgh’s favorite desert, strawberry jello pretzel salad
- Each of the creators will have their version.. traditional or non-traditional.. and will be paired with a non-profit organization.
- You vote for your favorite. The creator who wins gets bragging rights and their non-profit partner gets $5OO to their mission.
- Last year’s winner, Mancini’s Bakery, will have a special trophy ready to present to this year’s winner.
Some of last year’s contestants are returning but we also have some new contestants!
- Chocolate Boutique
- Cookie Cookie Ice Cream—Camp Parc
- Mary Mac Bakehouse—Parkinson’s Foundation of Western PA
- Jay from Mazda–Pittsburgh Emergency Medicine Foundation
- Cinnabon/Aunt Annie’s—Alex’s Lemonade Stand
- Kemi’s Kitchen—Zachary’s Mission
- Allianna’s Kitchen—Second Harvest in Sharpsburg
- Cooking, Comedy, Chaos—Lasagna Love
- Shell’s Sweets and Treats—McKees Rocks Rotary
- Spectrum Fudge—Making Strides Foundation
- Dairy Queen
See you all on Saturday the 22nd. We will be celebrating national picnic day, YaJagoffs!
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Nutrition is key to overall health and can positively affect everything from mood to energy levels. When thinking about fueling busy days that will help you feel fuller and longer, look to clean, quality protein, which isn’t just good for muscle growth and repair but also plays an integral part in overall health.
Protein helps keep bones strong, supports your immune system, fuels metabolism to sustain energy, curbs cravings, distributes nutrients, and more.
Suppose you’re looking for ways to optimize your nutrition intake. In fact, the average person should consume 10-35% of their daily calories from protein. Some changes like replacing cereal with protein-rich foods like eggs, snacking on healthy fats like nuts or fibrous veggies and fruits, or starting meals by eating the protein first can help set you on the right path.
Consider these bite-sized tips from nutrition expert Steph Grasso, a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN), social media influencer and member of the Orgain Nutrition Advisory Board, to help incorporate more quality nutrition into your diet in convenient, delicious ways and keep you feeling fuller, longer:
- Choose nutritious, filling snacks. As part of your preparation for the week ahead, meal prep refrigerated snack containers featuring nuts, sliced cheese, veggies and a fun dip, like hummus. Grab-and-go fuel is imperative to creating balanced eating habits when life gets crazy. Another convenient solution, a high-quality nutrition shake can serve as a delicious option on jam-packed days.
- Maximize nutrition when enjoying sweets. If you have a sweet tooth, adding a scoop of high-quality protein powder to baked goods can be a simple way to sneak more protein into your diet. For example, Grasso recommends adding unsweetened Orgain Plant-based protein powder to these High-Protein Pumpkin Pancakes. With 21 grams of vegan protein and an excellent source of iron with 6 milligrams per serving, organic protein powder is non-GMO and made without added sugar and artificial sweeteners.
- Have frozen veggies on hand. Frozen fruits and vegetables are just as nutritious and delicious as their fresh counterparts and often more affordable and convenient. They are typically picked and frozen at the peak of ripeness when they are most nutrient-dense. They are prepped and ready to go, making meal preparation fast and easy. An ideal accompaniment to your choice of protein and grain, this Frozen Veggie Side Dish includes Greek yogurt and cheese for an added protein punch.
High-Protein Pumpkin PancakesRecipe courtesy of Steph Grasso on behalf of Orgain
- 2 cups oats
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 1/3 cup pumpkin
- 2 scoops Orgain unsweetened plant-based protein powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 egg whites
- nonstick cooking spray
- berries, for topping (optional)
- bananas, for topping (optional)
- nut butter, for topping (optional)
- syrup, for topping (optional)
- In bowl, use blender to blend oats, cottage cheese, pumpkin, protein powder, vanilla and egg whites.
- Spray pan over medium heat with nonstick cooking spray.
- Use 1/3 cup measuring cup to scoop batter into hot pan one scoop at a time.
- Flip pancake once pan-side is lightly browned. Remove from pan once both sides are cooked. Repeat with remaining batter.
- Stack pancakes and top with berries, bananas, nut butter and syrup, if desired.
Frozen Veggie Side DishRecipe courtesy of Steph Grasso on behalf of Orgain
- 1/2 bag (14 ounces) frozen white pearl onions
- 1 box (8 ounces) frozen quartered artichoke hearts
- 1 box (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach
- salt, to taste
- pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup frozen sweet peas
- 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream (optional)
- 1/4 cup 2% plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Prepare frozen white pearl onions, artichoke hearts and spinach according to package instructions.
- In pan over medium heat, saute onions and artichoke hearts until tender. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Add spinach, frozen sweet peas, heavy whipping cream, Greek yogurt and Parmesan cheese. Mix until cheese is melted, and peas are soft.
- Serve with protein and grain of choice, if desired.
Find more tips and protein-packed recipes at Orgain.com.
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The best kind of yinzer? The ones who leave the Burgh and still notice those creating jagoffery…and calling them aht!
This week, Becky, a former Northside and Bellevue resident, went to her local grocer minding her own biz and shopping. She was then bit by the buggy bug…say that fast a few times. She spotted the lazy shopper who could not take a few more steps and properly get the shopping cart back into the shopping cart area with all of the other shopping carts. This is simple Sesame Street stuff people. One of these things is not like the others. Match where the others are and do; repeat. It is context clues. It is simple common sense.
While us ‘Burgh yinzers are glad it is NOT just us who see the buggy beef happening elsewhere, we feel your yinzer buggy pain, Becky. Just park the buggy correctly, ya jagoff!
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Are you ready for some rubber ducky racing action? The Steel City Duck Derby is back and it’s time to “adopt” your own duck for a chance to win some amazing prizes!
Taking place on April 22nd, this exciting event is a fundraiser for the Partners For Quality Family of Agencies. The goal is to raise money for organizations that serve individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and behavioral health challenges. And what better way to do it than by racing rubber ducks in Lake Elizabeth at Allegheny Commons Park?
But wait, it gets better! Before the race, the park will be transformed into a fun family festival, complete with food trucks, face painting, tattoos, music, and more! There’s something for everyone, so bring the whole family and enjoy a day of fun in the sun.
Now, let’s talk about those prizes. The top five finishers will win amazing rewards, including a $1,500 grand prize for first place! And if you don’t come in first, don’t worry – plenty of awesome prizes are up for grabs, including Caliente Pizza gift cards.
Did you get a chance to watch our video with the organizers last week? Click on the image below to see the Facebook Live.
So what are you waiting for?
Head to SteelCityDuckDerby.org and adopt your duck today. You’ll be supporting a great cause and you might walk away with some amazing prizes. See you at the races!
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First.. we have to apologize because, we forgot to make a note about whose snapchat account this came from! Sorry ’bout that!
Meantime, is this a Cat Woman car? Are those car whiskers that help the driver feel it’s way around obstacles? Is that possibly an extra antenna? A special WiFi attachment? Maybe it’s lightning rod?
Fix yer car, YaJagoff!!!
Our apologies again for not knowing who to photo credit! Feel free to message us!
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Summary: Many breweries are popping up in the area. This one has a fire whistle thing! And the owner, Jason, is a firefighter so something unique happens when the whistle blows. We took a bunch of guests with us: Krystal Vangura, Lori Kolodziej, of Mon River Arts, author Paula Minydzak, and, from the Dam Band, Josh Muenzer.
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Oh my! The hairy back in the hotel lobby!!
This is the copy that went along with a series of pics on Facebook.
“GAWD!! GAWD!!! GAWD!!! Please DO NOT come down to a hotel lobby at 6:30am without your shirt on!! “
We get it! You might be passing through a hotel lobby from a pool or beach but, even then, shouldn’t you cover up? Keep in mind, we’re not making fun of hairy backs! We’re calling out the fact that nobody needs to see this in the hotel lobby!
Listen Harry Back… See what we did there? Let’s have some appreciation for others. Maybe some early-balding men will be mad that you have more hair on your back than they have on their scalp! Or, maybe someone’s just afraid your hair is gonna fall near one of the comp coffee cups! Or, maybe just wear some kind of shirt to act as a catcher for all of the skin flakes and curly hairs that are falling off your body as you cruise through the hotel lobby… YaJagoff!!
Thanks to John Rogers for being our Honorary Jagoff Catcher!
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Hey gang! We’re all about posting jagoffs here but we’re also all about preventing jagoffery when we can. This list HOPEFULLY will help you if you’re going to any game, not just today’s season home opener. Enjoy the game!
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Cadbury mini eggs are my favorite candy out there! About ten years ago, I came across this recipe on chef-in-training.com: https://www.chef-in-training.com/cadbury-mini-egg-blondies/
I knew I had to try them as soon as I saw them. That first year, they were a huge hit! Since then, I have planned to make them yearly, but my family always requests them.
Especially my Mom, my nieces, and my brother-in-law! My daughter and I have loved baking together ever since she was little and I always make sure she can be in the kitchen with me helping make them. I always jazz mine up with extra sprinkles and have learned that you can make them for any occasion, not just Easter!
Last year I made 2 batches – one with spring colored sprinkles for Easter for my family. And another with bright colored sprinkles for my God Daughter’s Encanto themed birthday party! I now buy several bags of the Cadbury mini eggs when I see them out for Easter so that I can have them all year round!
CADBURY MINI EGG BLONDIESrecipe from: Bakeaholic Mama
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg
- 1 egg yolk
- 2 cups milk chocolate mini eggs
In a medium sizes mixing bowl sift flour, baking soda and salt together.
Melt butter over medium heat. Once melted add to the bowl of your electric mixer. Cream together with sugars.
Add in vanilla and eggs mix until creamy.
Slowly add in flour mixture until it is incorporated.
Fold in Mini Eggs.
Spread batter into a greased 8×8, 9×9, or 11×7 baking dish.
Bake at 325 for about 40 minutes or until a tooth pick is inserted in the center and comes out clean. **I baked mine at 350 for 25-30 minutes
Let the bars cool for 30 minutes before slicing.
Erika JayGiving you the latest hits as well as the hottest social media trends, stay current with Erika Jay, weekdays 10AM-3PM on Q92.9 FM. She has a 10 year career in the radio industry, most recently right here in the Pittsburgh market.
When she’s not bringing you the hits, Erika Jay spends her time happily married with her daughter and her two rescue dogs, Lucky and Sunny, at home.
Erika Jay loves all genres of music, especially pop and throwback jams. Her favorite current artists include Justin Bieber, Dua Lipa, and Taylor Swift.
Erika always finds time to relax with Netflix binging, cheering on the Pittsburgh Steelers, or dreaming of the beach.
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Yes, Rach is running for a second term as a school board director, but a jag move is a jag move. Gotta call ’em as we see ’em!
Once a week there is a Rennebeck drive to school. The in-and-out process is definitely tight, meaning narrow. The traffic can get chaotic from Laurel Gardens, and it is dark. But once you are in the “stop sign, go, stop sign go, line,” it is not a difficult process.
You wait in line, pull to the area that says pull up for drop off, within 10 seconds all students in the vehicle should have enough time to snag their backpack, jacket and even instrument if need be, and get out. Ten seconds is a gimme. People. Still. Can’t Do. It.
See the sign in the pic? See the action happening? People just willy nilly drop off wherevs and they take their time. If we just followed the rule, read the sign and executed, 10 seconds and out would be an easy task to execute. Read the sign and the stop sign go process could be simpler, ya jagoff!
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Looking for something fun to do this month? If so, you’re in luck because some amazing events are happening in the city that you won’t want to miss. Today’s Where Ya At? highlights two exciting exhibits at Carnegie Science Center: VIKINGS: Warriors of the North Sea and Mars: The Next Giant Leap.
Let’s start with VIKINGS: Warriors of the North Sea. This exhibition allows visitors to see over 140 authentic Viking artifacts, including a full-size replica of a Viking boat. The exhibition takes you back to the Viking Age, a time of colonization, conquest, and plunder, and the establishment of towns with trades, specialized crafts, professions, and communication networks.
The exhibition also covers the displacement of the old pagan faith of Scandinavia by the Christian Church and the centralization of power that led to major changes in society and an entirely new social structure.
VIKINGS: Warriors of the North Sea is only in Pittsburgh for a limited time, so don’t miss out on this unique and fascinating experience. You’ll learn about the Vikings’ way of life, battles, and beliefs while viewing incredible artifacts that bring their world to life.
Next up is Mars: The Next Giant Leap. This groundbreaking permanent exhibition gallery at the Carnegie Science Center is the most ambitious new experience in the center’s history. The exhibition is supported by lead sponsors Howmet Aerospace Foundation and the PNC Foundation and takes visitors on a 300-million-mile journey to Mars.
You’ll learn about the many facets of space exploration and explore relevant, contemporary issues that surround space exploration, such as how to establish a new society on Mars, who gets to go to Mars, and what governance on Mars would look like.
Through this 7,400-square-foot Mars exhibit and its supporting programs, you’ll explore how issues of sustainability, climate change, social justice, and equitable access to resources can shape humanity’s future. The Science Center surveyed the local community and industry professionals to ensure that the exhibition is relevant and exciting.
Mars: The Next Giant Leap is included in general admission to the Carnegie Science Center, making it accessible to everyone. The exhibition is perfect for visitors of all ages interested in space exploration and the future of humanity.
Whether you’re interested in history, science, or just looking for a unique experience, VIKINGS: Warriors of the North Sea and Mars: The Next Giant Leap are not to be missed. So pack your bags, book your tickets, and get ready to explore the Viking Age and the future of humanity on Mars!
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This doesn’t really qualify as a negative jagoff.. nobody is embarrassed by this. Just thought it was fun to post because, thinking that one of your uncles or aunts said this. “Close” the lights!!
Does it bring back a memory of someone in your life?
You can kinda hear it, “CLOSE the lights… YaJagoff!!
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Summary: Not too many cooks in THIS kitchen! We met at Flour Power Cooking Kitchen. Thanks to owner Amy Knight, everyone at fried rice, stir-fry chicken and some pretty awesome chocolate chip cookies. Thanks to Matt Meiers of So Many Angels, Pittsburgh’s fave entertainment writer Josh Axelrod and Moonshine Jasmine for hanging with us!
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This is the kind of story that YaJagoff.com was meant to post!
“New Kensington police accused a man of crashing through a fence on Freeport Road and tearing up the yard in early November after officers tracked a fluid leak from his SUV and found a Halloween decoration from the home on the vehicle’s hood.”
Haaaa! Nothing like leaving the scene of the crime and dropping a trail of hints as to where you went! Gotta love the fact that a Halloween deco was still stuck to the car. A “dead giveaway” Halloween decoration!
C’mon guy! As if the car parts and leaky fluids weren’t the key to finding you, don’t you know everyone has video cameras for door bells, YaJagoff?
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Heads up for something awesome to do this weekend.
Performance DatesMarch 30 – April 2, 2023LocationPNC TheatreIn the Pittsburgh Playhouse
350 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Performance TimesThursday – Saturday 7:00pm, Sunday 2:30pm
Ticket Prices$35 – $73
Join everyone on the The Parable Path
Based on the classic sci-fi novel by Afro-futurist author Octavia E. Butler, Parable of the Sower is a genre-defying, triumphant, mesmerizing work of rare power and beauty that illuminates deep insights on gender, race, and the future of human civilization. This fully staged “congregational” opera brings together over 30 original anthems drawn from 200 years of Black music to recreate Butler’s sci-fi, Afrofuturist masterpiece live on stage. With music and lyrics composed by Toshi Reagon and Bernice Johnson Reagon, this compelling work chronicles the spiritual awakening of Lauren Olamina amidst an America plagued by the products of unrelenting greed, systemic injustice and climate change denial, giving life to Butler’s acclaimed science fiction novel.
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John took a little trip up to Astoria, in Queens, New York City. Here are some pics of where HE was at!
We headed out to eat as soon I arrived.
Headed to Bellucci’s at 37-08 30th Avenue
Walked around a bit. Love the buildings here.
Had some drinks at LENA Wine Bar Lower East Side, 137 Eldridge Street Manhattan.
Hung out with Elmer at a dog park under the Tri-Boro/RFK bridge.
Could have narrated 3 hours of jagoffery at this intersection during morning rush hour. Lots of horns, screams and tire screeches.
Had breakfast at Neptunes Diner, 3105 Astoria Blvd. They made the best chocolate milk. You KNOW it’s good when you still see the swirls!
Picked up some souvenir cannoli at La Guli Pastry Shop, on Ditmars Boulevard.
But the most favorite-est thing is this note to CLOSE the lights before going up stairs!
Ok YINZ.. show us YOUR neighborhood! Even yinzers outta state!
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Just had to take a minute out to say “thank you” to everyone who responded.. to the scenes or internally.. like in the hospitals, schools, etc..during yesterday’s regional active shooter hoax.
We really do appreciate you.
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The first car in the fast lane is the culprit. Like many, the driver entered the tunnel in the passing lane and then… well didn’t pass the tanker truck next to it!
I get it! If you don’t want to go fast DON’T go fast but.. why would you put yourself in a position to ride along side a tanker truck?
Move along or get OUT DA WAY… YaJagoff!
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Summary:Based on a special invite, the gang went to a continuing care retirement community to check out how the digs! Wow! Who wouldn’t look forward to selling off their house to get into Sherwood Oaks! It’s like a cruise ship in the middle of Cranberry! Doug Oster came along and was astonished with the plants and trees that are available to peruse there! Thanks to Roberta and John for hosting us and to Dr. Ed and Dr. Dan for the entertainment!
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What else is there to say??? Our bud Tracy and fam went to a Wendy’s restaurant, in the Pottstown area. They wanted a little bit of cheese in which to dip their fries. In the Burgh, we might even call it dippy-cheese! But who knew that one would have to order it specifically as dippy-cheese?
Wendy’s, do you not know what a side of cheese means… especially when someone is ordering fries? What would OF the customers received if they would have ordered a side of ranch…… a cowboy, 25 acres of grass and a horse tied to a wooden fence, Ya Jagoffs?
Thanks to the Tracy and the K-team for the pic and text!
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The Pens are on the road. No doubt, we have lots of Pens fans at every stop. Those fans proudly wear their Pens gear and want to feel like a they are back home! And, while the Pens story isn’t so great right now, here’s a positive from last night’s game. This guy who was MORE THAN LIKELY on the phone with his fam back home saying, “Do ya see me? I’m right here behind the bench!” And the fam on the other side of the phone says, “Yeah!! We see ya! We see ya! You look great! How’s the kids?”
Last night the Pens lost but, this guy was a bright spot trying to be seen soooooooooooooooooooo here we are… making sure someone sees him!
Hey guy.. “How ya doin’, Ya Jagoff! (Meant as a term of endearment of course!)
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If you’re looking for a delicious and satisfying vegan alternative to traditional corned beef, you’re in luck!
This recipe, suggested to us by Natalie Bencivenga, uses plant-based ingredients to create a tender and flavorful “corned beef” that’s perfect for St. Patrick’s Day neat year or any time you’re craving a hearty meal.
This recipe was new to Natalie who has never made “vegan” corn beef. It was made with a base of vital wheat gluten and tofu with many different spices. She found all of the ingredients at the East End Food Coop.
Whether you’re a seasoned vegan or just looking to try something new, this recipe is sure to impress. So roll up your sleeves, grab your apron, and let’s get cooking!
The result is a tender and flavorful “corned beef” that’s perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any time you’re in the mood for a hearty meal.
According to Natalie, the end result was a hit with everyone who tried it, and it even made a great Reuben sandwich.
Here’s the recipe, courtesy of 86 Eats:
INGREDIENTS:
- 16 oz package of super firm tofu, the kind in a vacuum sealed package
- 1 cup vital wheat gluten
- 1/3 cup diced raw beet, peeled
- 1 teaspoons No Beef Better than Bouillon
- 1/4 cup corn starch or tapioca starch
- 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon oil ( I used grape seed)
- 2 teaspoons liquid smoke
- 2 teaspoon vegan Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons powdered mustard
- 1 teaspoon each salt and black pepper
PICKLING SPICE :
You will need to use a spice grinder, coffee grinder, or mortar and pestle for this
- 2 star of anise
- 2 teaspoons juniper berries
- 2 teaspoons yellow mustard seeds
- 2 teaspoons brown mustard seeds
- 2-3 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 teaspoons all spice
- 1/4 teaspoons ground clove, or 3 whole cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon cardamom
- 2 teaspoons dried dill
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon coriander
- 2 whole bay leaves
SIMMERING LIQUID:
- 4 cups water
- 1 heaping teaspoons No Beef Better Than Bouillon
- 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- All of the pickling spice
- 2 teaspoons corn starch or tapioca starch
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Add the peeled and cubed beet to the food processor. Let it run for a minute and get the beet good and broken down.
- Break up the tofu and place it into a food processor along with the beet. Run the processor for around a minute until the tofu is broken down.
- Add all of the remaining ingredients and let the food processor run for a couple of minutes. You want the mixture to form a dough. Letting the processor run will help knead the dough. We want this seitan to be firm so we need it to knead for a bit. If the dough seems too dry, you can add water, just a teaspoon at a time until the dough comes together. I added NO water to my dough. The other liquid ingredients and the beet added enough moisture to mine.
- Once you have a smooth but firm dough, remove it from the food processor and place on a clean counter. Knead the dough with your hands for about a minute, forming a kind of oval shaped loaf with the dough.
- Add all of the spices to a spice grinder, or clean coffee grinder. Grind into a powder. I even dump in my already ground spices just to help mix it all up together. If using a mortar and pestle then just grind up the whole spices and mix them with the ground. I tend to have a decent selection of ground spices in my pantry at all times. I only added whole spices that I coudln’t find already ground. Use ground if you have it already.
- In a large pot or dutch oven, add all of the simmering liquid ingredients EXCEPT for the starch. Bring the liquid to a boil over high heat.
- Add the beef seitan to the liquid. Simmer with a lid for 25 minutes. Remove the lid for the remainder or the simmer, turning the seitan a few times as it cooks. After 45 minutes the liquid should be reduced by more than half.
- Take a piece of foil at least double the size of your seitan and spray it with some oil. Using tongs and a spatula, transfer the vegan corned beef to the foil.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees
- Sprinkle 2 teaspoons of starch into the boiling liquid and whisk well. Scrape any bits of stuck seitan off the bottom of the pot into the mixture. Once it has thickened to a gravy consistency, spoon a few nice spoonfuls over the seitan and brush it on with a pastry brush. Flip the seitan and do the same on the other side. You won’t use all of the gravy you made.
- Tightly wrap the foil around the vegan corned beef and repeat with another large piece of foil giving it a nice tight double wrap.
- Bake for 40 minutes. Carefully open up the foil and allow to bake for another 20 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool at room temperature for at least half an hour. Transfer to the fridge either wrapped back in the foil or you can drop it in a gallon freezer bag or some Tupperware. Allow the vegan corned beef to rest in the fridge over night or AT LEAST 6 HOURS. Seitan MUST REST to achieve the texture we are looking for. Trust me here. Let it rest.
- After the vegan corned beef has rested, you can slice it and store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a 10 days or freeze for up to 6 months. You can reheat the full roast by slicing it thick and heating in the oven at 350 covered in foil so it does not dry out or reheat it in a pan or even the crock pot if cooking in a broth with cabbage and other veggies.
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Jaggin’ Around with Joe from O’Neill Coffee.. NOT O’Neills!!
Our dark roast coffee is available for your fundraisers!!! Let us know if you need a unique fundraiser…. wait for it… YaJagoffs!!
Message us if you’re interested in using the coffee as a fundraiser!
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This cooler serves as an icon to our own jagoffery! We have paid the price for forgetting!
As you my know, every Friday morning we do videos called the Rohrich Toyota Tailgate. Because it’s us, we give a prize each week. Because it’s a tailgate, we have a “prop” cooler on hand that we use to reveal the weekly prize.
One week, we forgot our cooler so we went to a local, Mt. Lebo, hardware store to find a cooler. It was the closest place we could find in a short amount of time.
We purchased this Yeti cooler for .. go sit down..like… really.. sit down!! We purchased a cooler like the one in the pic for …. ugh.. SIT DOWN…for $230!!!!!! See? We told you to sit down.
The good news is, we showed up at our tailgate video with a cooler. The band news is, this cooler would suck if it cost $50 because :
- The strap is too short to be a shoulder strap.
- The strap is too short, almost, to carry it with one hand by the strap… it bangs against your knee. It’s actually almost to short to just pull away from the cooler itself to get your hand on it.
- It’s outrageously heavy.
- It has no drain plug, so you have to dump it.
Sooo.. lesson learned. Remember your cooler! Meantime, Yeti, who charges $230 for the worst cooler ever, Ya Jagoffs?
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Are you ready to watch some talented young chefs compete for the title of Steel Chef? You’re in luck because Focus On Renewal (FOR) is hosting its third Steel Chef Cook-Off Competition on Monday, March 27th, 2023, at the Barverso Theater in the Father Ryan Arts Center in McKees Rocks, PA. From 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm, you’ll witness culinary magic and delicious creations being made right before your eyes!
The Steel Chef Program is a free ten-week immersive culinary arts workshop for high school students. The program aims to teach teens the tools and education they need to prepare healthier foods while also providing valuable skills needed to work in restaurant kitchens and exposure to careers in the restaurant industry. This year, nine local chefs from various organizations, such as Casa Brasil and Driftwood Oven, have taught the students new skills and cooking techniques. The program culminates in the high-caliber live cooking competition known as the Steel Chef Cook-Off Competition.
During the competition, Chefs Natalie, Zach, and Andy will be the Mentor Chefs onstage with the teams, helping them to create the best dishes possible. The teams will then present their dishes to the esteemed judges, including WQED Producer and Documentarian Rick Sebak, Chef Keyla, and Chef Mark. With such a talented panel of judges, the competition will surely be fierce!
All ten high school students participating this year are from Sto-Rox High School, and previous Steel Chef Cook-Off Competitions have sold out quickly thanks to the community’s support and our sponsors. Don’t wait to get your tickets for this exciting event, which are available now on Eventbrite or on FOR’s website.
Get ready for an evening of delicious food, friendly competition, and a celebration of the culinary arts!
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Summary: Despite the ‘23 Fireplace Tour, technically, being over, the jag gang went to hang at a Mansions on Fifth, based on a special invite! Live music from Shelley Duff, chatting non-dairy, non-gluten meals with Allianna, learning the history of the mansion from John Graf, and talking about a unique job, being the wedding editor for Pittsburgh Magazine with Lauren Davidson, is all part of the pod!
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Insider Eats has been around for a few months now, since October of 2022. Since then, a lot has changed! But let’s start with a brief introduction, or re-introduction.
Insider Eats is a project aimed at bringing more access to authentic international food to Pittsburgh. They partner with chefs from around the world who now call Pittsburgh home in order to provide adventurous Pittsburgh eaters with unique and perhaps never-before-seen items, like Ethiopian Ye Ater Kik Alicha (split peas simmered in onion, garlic, and turmeric), or Indian Pao Bhaaji, a thick vegetable curry with lots of veggies and spices, served with a buttered and toasted bread roll. Currently, there are seven different cuisines on the website, but more are being consistently added.
Folks can order on www.insider-eats.com for pickup or delivery. Their delivery range is expansive, so put in your zip code and try something new, delivered hot to your door!
Here we have some dishes from Chef Saudat’s kitchen: Nigerian jollof rice with chicken and plantains, and puff-puff for dessert.
Jollof rice is a traditional West African spicy one-pot rice dish that can be a side-dish or main course.
Puff-puff is a delightful deep-fried dough ball that can be eaten as a snack, dessert, or even breakfast!
Go to www.insider-eats.com to get on the mailing list to never miss the opportunity to try something new. You can also follow Insider Eats on Facebook and Instagram.
Ashley CesarattoBorn and raised in Pittsburgh, Ashley Cesaratto is the Community Developer for Insider Eats, co-founder of the Facebook group Pittsburgh Foodies, freelance food writer, soprano in the Mendelssohn Choir of Pittsburgh, and full-time music teacher. When she’s not eating or singing, Ashley enjoys exploring the city, hiking, yoga, working out, traveling, hanging out with her two cats, and spending time with family and friends. Follow her on Instagram at @eatingwithashley.pgh.
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Part of the legacy of this blog is to point out bad drivers and bad parking jobs. Well, this would be a prime example of the bad parking. Usually people park their vehicles this far away from other vehicles so that they DON’T get any inadvertent scratches on their car. Something tells me that there are now a few extra scratches on this one!
To the over-the-hill-driver.. we know you may have been looking to avoid the local parking meters but…. thinking the tow truck recovery invoice is gonna be a little more than that. Should OF turned left when you went right… YaJagoff!
Have to thank our bud Nick H. for referring us to this pic and to Ian T. for taking the pic!
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In the words of Eminem, look who’s back….back again. Tanner is back with a trend.
Tanner is the Rennebeck dog. Story behind Tanner’s legacy: Rach loves being a mom to humans, she cares for Tanner. But he is NOT human, he just plays the part well.
He has literally put down his own winda in the car, people! Tanner gets into the Pilot with hopes for a pup cup from Bean Through and assumes his position….at any open winda to place his paw on the door to best see the Pittsburgh sights. This is FOUR different occasions in car rides with THREE different people.
What is the constant? His left paw. Every pic is of his propped left paw while in transit. The Pittsburgh left is the practice of the first left-turning vehicle taking precedence over vehicles going straight through an intersection, associated with yinzers. Maybe Tanner gives new meaning to the term. The difference, no road rage for Tanner, ya jagoff!
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One of the best parts of traveling is trying the local cuisine, and that’s particularly true on an international scale. No matter where you go around the globe, one ingredient you’ll likely find is an integral part of many cultures and cuisines: rice.
Grown on almost every continent, this staple ingredient is a large part of meals worldwide, meaning there are nearly endless varieties and recipes to try. However, you don’t need to go on vacation to try authentic-tasting international food; easy-to-make versions of popular dishes from around the globe can be made right at home in minutes.
Mediterranean
Known for vibrant vegetables, savory sauces, and incredible tastes, the Mediterranean is also home to a few classic rice dishes, such as rich and creamy risotto from Italy. Other vibrant options include Spanish specialties like arroz con pollo (chicken and rice) and paella, made with various ingredients like seafood, spices, and savory broth.
Asia
If you’ve ever been to an Asian restaurant, you’ll notice a large portion of the menu likely includes recipes made with rice. While it might be difficult to pinpoint where certain recipes originate, fried rice is a Chinese specialty. Over time, this delicious dish has made its way to many different countries and been reinvented with local ingredients. For example, this Kale and Kimchi “Fried” Rice is based on Korean cuisine and can be made in less than 5 minutes using Minute Jasmine Rice & Red Quinoa Cups, which combine the buttery taste and aromatic scent of authentic Jasmine rice with the crunchy, 100% whole-grain red quinoa in a convenient, pre-portioned cup.
Middle East
Much like other cuisines worldwide, Middle Eastern cooking uses rice almost daily. A Turkish and Arab mixed dish, shawarma is now a global street food. Traditional Persian rice uses a variety of spices like turmeric, ginger, and cardamom with dried fruits and nuts.
Latin America
Latin American recipes vary from country to country and region to region, but rice is essential on the side or as part of the main dish. A quick and easy morning meal, this Mexican Breakfast Scramble is ready in 4 minutes. Aiding the short prep time, Minute Jalapeno Rice Cups are ready in just 1 minute and can help spice up dishes with a tasty blend of onion, green peppers, and jalapenos.
North America
With bold flavors, few things say southern comfort quite like Louisiana cooking. Bring the taste of New Orleans to your kitchen with rice-based dishes like gumbo or jambalaya or by pairing rice with another popular Cajun pastime – a classic shrimp boil.
Kale and Kimchi “Fried” RicePrep time: 2 minutes
Cook time: 3 minutes
Servings: 1
- 1 Minute Jasmine Rice and Red Quinoa Cup
- 1 cup kale, chopped
- 1/4 cup kimchi, chopped
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- Heat rice according to package directions.
- In medium microwave-safe bowl, combine kale, kimchi and soy sauce. Cover and microwave 1 minute.
- Add rice and egg; mix well to combine. Cover and microwave 30 seconds. Stir and serve.
Serving Suggestions: Drizzle with sesame oil. Add cooked shrimp.
Mexican Breakfast ScramblePrep time: 2 minutes
Cook time: 2 minutes
Servings: 1
- 1 Minute Jalapeno Rice Cup
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 2 tablespoons salsa
- 2 tablespoons queso fresco
- Heat rice according to package directions.
- In small microwave-safe dish, combine egg, salsa and rice.
- Microwave 1 minute. Stir in cheese; microwave 30 seconds.
Serving Suggestion: For meal to go, wrap scramble in warm tortilla.
Find more quick and easy international recipe ideas at MinuteRice.com.
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NEW VIDEO: Jaggin’ Around With Sam from 412Thrive as the group shops for a tuxedo at Top Hat Tuxedo with Hannah! There’s a big black-tie to-do on March 31st. Get tickets to the Casino Night HERE.
A special thanks to Patrick Mullin
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Looking to spruce up your home this spring? Look no further than the Spring Home Show hosted by the Indiana-Armstrong Builders Association. This year’s event will be held March 24-26, 2023, at the Kovalchick Convention and Athletic Complex in Indiana, PA.
With many of us spending more time at home than ever before, now is the perfect time to start thinking about those dream improvements for your house. Whether you’re in need of renovation or just seeking inspiration, the Spring Home Show has got you covered.
Photo courtesy of indianahomeshow.com
Come and talk to local home building and renovation experts who will be on hand to offer incredible services, show-only discounts, guidance, and inspiration. There’s no better way to meet people you can trust to work on your home.
And if that’s not enough, this year’s show will feature concessions on Saturday, March 25th, 2023, so you can grab lunch or dinner (or both) while you’re here. All food, beverage, and concessions at the Kovalchick Convention and Athletic Complex are operated by Aramark.
Photo courtesy of indianahomeshow.com
Admission is only $3.00, and guests are encouraged to return the next day for free courtesy of our “Next Day Free” discount on your ticket. Free parking will be available at the Wayne Ave parking lot, so there’s no need to worry about finding a spot.
So come on down to the Spring Home Show and start making your dream home a reality!
Featured image by 123RF
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The title of this blog pretty much is the joke. On top of that, the Westmoreland County Sheriff’s kind of took the punchline lead too!
Summary:
- A Westmoreland County woman, known as the Psychic Novena, was arrested in Florida.
- The ALLEGED story is that she charged a Westmoreland County man $1OK for her psychic abilities.
- Needless to day, she didn’t deliver any fortunes.. but.. she took her small fortune of $1Ok with her on a trip to Florida.
- See full story on KDKA-TV website.
Soooo.. to steal the punchline from the Westmoreland County Sheriff’s Facebook post..if you’re a psychic, ya shoulda seen this coming…. YaJagoff!!
Thanks to MaryMac Bakehouse on Twitter for the heads up!
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Summary: The jags gathered all of the VIPs, Mac, the Parade Chairman, Mayor Ed Gainey, annual regulars Rich Fitzgerald, County Executive and County Controller Corey O’Connor, their favorite leprechaun, Peggy Harkins and special guest Jerad Bachar, CEO of Visit Pittsburgh!
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We have already told the story on the radio. We mentioned it on the podcast. But did we put it in writing and tell you that we have pics to prove it?
This becomes a classic case of who is the bigger jag, John or Rach?
The jags had a rental car and were on multiple calls while driving and preparing for that night’s radio show. Two key notes: rental car and multiple calls. (Jag code for distraction.) This means neither jag noticed the bright notification for the need of gas on the dashboard, nor was a ding heard.
Fast forward to the scene of the crime: Route 51. They stop at a light at rush hour and no more movement. Not just any light, though, the one at the tunnels and the all important turning lane right at the most major intersection on 51. John had to push Rach to the island to get off of the road. We can’t make this up.
So, who is the bigger jag? John for not being aware of the signals for gas? Rach for taking pics of John running across 51? Yep, it is a #jagbracket, yajagoff! Happy Mondee!
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When you’re done at the grocery store you load the car.
Oatmeal? Check!
Milk? Check!
Bread? Check!
Butter? Check!
Olive Loaf? Check!
Cell phone and purse from the cart basket? Check!
But… boy is this person going to be shocked when they get home!! Looking at this another way, this is a horrible parking job of a walker!
Anyway.. hoping that things went ok when you got home… Ya.. yikes.. can’t really do that… Ya… hmmm….ok.. Ya Jagoff .. used in the term-of-endearment .. because we feel bad!
Thanks to Jamie H. for being today’s Jagoff Catcher
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Freshen up your St. Patrick’s Day menu with easy, light sandwiches inspired by the traditional color of the festivities. These open-faced noshes can be perfect for lunch, snack time, or even appetizing for get-togethers with friends and family.
Layered with a smooth cream cheese and mozzarella mixture, then topped with crisp cucumber and a stem of green bell pepper, these St. Patrick’s Day Sandwiches are easy and cute, which makes them a fan favorite at nearly any green gathering. They’re also sprinkled with lemon juice to add a little acidity and create a nice, light bite.
Plus, this recipe is quick to make. When you’re in a rush to get everything on the table for the party, it’s easy to throw together and get on the platter in next to no time.
The sandwiches pop off the plate with their bright, seasonal garnishes. While sure to attract attention and have your loved ones ask “Where did you get this idea?” they’re also easy to sneak a few vegetables into your kids’ diets.
Watch video to see how to make this recipe!St. Patrick’s Day SandwichesYield: 8 sandwiches
- 8 ounces plain cream cheese spread, softened
- 1 cup finely shredded mozzarella cheese
- salt
- 4 English muffins
- 24 slices cucumber
- 8 thin slices green pepper
- fresh cilantro leaves
- lemon juice
- lemon slices, for garnish (optional)
- In bowl, mix cream cheese spread, mozzarella cheese and salt well.
- Split English muffins in half. Cut each muffin half into shamrock shape.
- Spread cheese mixture over each muffin half.
- Place three cucumbers on each “shamrock,” one on each “leaf.” Use green pepper slice as stem. Place cilantro leaf on top of each sandwich.
- Sprinkle sandwiches with lemon juice and add lemon slices, for garnish, if desired.
For more festive recipes and ideas at Culinary.net.
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Hi Jags!!… of course used in the term of endearment form. We’re going to have something a little bit different on the YaJagoff Facebook page tonight, Thursday, 3/9, 7-9 p.m. It will be live!
John and Rachael will be hosting a panel discussion called “Media on the Media” which is going to be an open discussion about today’s media ecosystem. We still have traditional media outlets, although many of them have become non-traditional, as well as blogs, newsletters, podcasts and streaming video. What does that mean for the traditional newsroom? What does that mean for the readers, listeners and viewers?
That will al be discussed in the two hours in this first-of-a-series streaming event which will be hosted by the Pittsburgh Media Partnership at their Media Hub.
Panelists for this event will include:
- Halle Stockton, editor-in-chief of PublicSource.
- Andrew Conte, Director of Point Park University’s Center for Media Innovation.
- Bernie Ankney, Dean of Point Park’s School of Communication.
- Jim Busis, CEO and publisher of the Pittsburgh Jewish Chronicle.
- Donna Baxter Porcher, founder and CEO of Soul Pitt Media.
- Sonja Reis, publisher and editor of McKees Rocks-based Gazette 2.0
Hope you join us on line 7-9 p.m.
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Looking for a fun and colorful way to kick off the spring season? Look no further than the 2023 Annual Quilt Show!
Whether you’re a seasoned quilter or appreciate the beauty of textile art, this event hosted annually by the Three Rivers Quilters Guild has something for everyone. With over 130 stunning quilts on display, live demonstrations, and various quilt-related vendors, it’s the perfect way to spend a day (or two!) surrounded by creativity and inspiration. So grab your friends, bring your appetite, and get ready to experience the joy of quilting at Hollywood Casino at the Meadows in Washington, PA, from Thursday, March 30, to Saturday, April 1.
This year’s theme is “Drunkard’s Path.” The event promises to showcase over 130 quilts from guild members and other quilters. Visitors will have the opportunity to view these stunning works of art and participate in various activities and events.
In addition to the quilts, the show will feature demonstrations of various quilting skills presented by guild members and others. Visitors can also shop at Granny’s Attic sale and browse a variety of quilt-related vendors. The Meadows offers several dining options for those looking for a bite to eat.
One of the show’s highlights is the chance to win outstanding items, including sewing machines donated by participating vendors. Entry into the show is open to the public, and the guild welcomes submissions in all categories. Cash prizes and ribbons will be awarded.
The show will be judged by Priscilla Godfrey from Philomont, VA, and Stacy Koehler from Swarthmore, PA. Admission to the show is $10, with passes available for up to three days for $12. On Friday, admission is only $5 from 3:00-7:00 PM.
For those interested in attending with a group, advanced tickets priced at $7 each are available for groups of 10 or more. Please contact quiltshow@threeriversquilters.org at least one week before the show to purchase.
Visitors can take advantage of free parking close to the event, and wheelchairs and scooters are available for rent. For information on public transportation to the Hollywood Casino at the Meadows, please visit www.freedom-transit.org or call 724-223-8747.
Image by 123RF
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We know that some ALLEGED criminals are so smart and, you think to yourself, if they would just use that brain power to help cure cancer or invent something fantastic. And then.. there are the criminals that get posted here.
About 3 weeks ago, a 2K pound bronze bell was stolen from a Squirrel Hill cemetery. Yesterday, the Pittsburgh Police arrested a man who ALLEGEDLY stole the thing and then left it lay in another part of the City. Rumor has it that he stole a forklift from a local Giant Eagle to move the bell. See full story on KDKA-TV.
Here’s where the jagoffery comes in: What’s the goal in stealing a 2k lb. bell? Cleaning it up and putting on a well-built mantle? Offering to donate it to a local historical society? Melting it down?
We think that you may have forgotten to ask yourself one question before grabbing that bell… what in THEEEEEEEE HELL do you do with a 2k lb. bell once you have it and it makes the news, YaJagoff?
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Summary: When someone says “cookie table” the jags jump. When Fueled by Hops says “Drink the Cookie Table” the jags run to the event. This is the second “Drink the Cookie Table” event that the podcast and guests have attended. Ryan from Fueled By Hops, Leslie Bonci of Active Eating Advice and Colin Williams of The Incline PGH joins for a cookie brew and chat!
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The weather in the Burgh has been great and some of the flowers and plants are starting to bloom. They may be getting faked out because, as we know, the Winter is not going to be over yet. Well, this couple might have thought the warm weather meant to start spring cleaning, faked out just like the plants. The bad news is, it wasn’t their stuff that they were “cleaning” out of a garage!
The summary:
- Police officer on patrol.
- Notices a guy holding up a garage door of a home.
- Notices another guy carrying stuff out of the garage into a vehicle.
- “When the officer asked them what they were doing, they both responded they were “taking stuff” out of the home. They admitted it didn’t belong to them and said they “had no idea” who owned the residence, the complaint said.”
- Detention in jail was the next step in the “cleaning” spree!
See full story on TribLive.com.
Cool that yinz go started on cleaning….. maybe you should start a garage-cleaning service. It seems like a pretty smart idea. Just make sure it’s your stuff or your not ALLEGEDLY stealing someone else’s stuff… YaJagoffs!
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Can ya just hear Toby Keith singing in the background? Ok, maybe that is not what we are going for!
The bottom line is that Rach’s sons and some other hard working, dedicated, ball hockey young men are headed to the Czech Republic to play in a world ball hockey tournament. Yep, they will be versing Switzerland, Great Britain, Slovakia and more. So some yinzer families are hosting some yinzer events to offset the costs. If ya laughed at Linden Grove, you are gonna get a HOLE experience at cornhole…too much?
If cornhole isn’t your bag (oh boy), there are some amazing baskets, including some jag swag. See ya aht the 28 Bar & Grill, Gamma Drive, today, ya jagoff!
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There’s this Pittsburgh couple, wonderfully known as “The Sorgs.” You may not know them but, those of us in the blogging, video, digital media circle, known them as a very sweet, couple that will help pretty much anyone with almost anything.. as long as it’s legal. We have used Mike Sorg, known as Sorg, for live videos and complicated podcasts. We always poke fun that NOTHING rattles Sorg. Any tech glitch-sitch that comes up during a live broadcast, Sorg calmly walks people through the problem.
Missy, Sorg’s wife, is a sweet as pie. Again, falls into the category of helping whomever whenever. When this blog first started, Missy was wonderfully helpful in making introductions to other helpful folks.
So imagine our shock when we see this post on twitter:
Wife is starting to put corrective love notes around the office… pic.twitter.com/nDI1crIQVP
— Michael Sorg: Podcaster & Video Production (@Sorgatron) March 2, 2023
Haaa.. can’t even imagine “sweet Missy” saying that but we also have posted our own frustrations of numerous family members who don’t know how to handle, changing the garbage bag, emptying a full garbage bag, putting garbage IN the bag, etc. Sorg, you’re always so helpful when we need you but.. we gotta go with your wife… put a bag in the can… Ya Jagoff!
NOTE: “The Sorgs” are really awesome. You should follow their company SideKick Media!
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When I think of comfort food, the first thing that comes to mind is my mom’s homemade gnocchi. These fluffy pillows of goodness have always been a staple at our Sunday dinners, made from potatoes and shaped into bite-sized pieces. And as my mom celebrated her 71st birthday yesterday, I wanted to honor her by sharing her recipe with you.
To start, my mom boils several pounds of potatoes until they’re soft enough to mash. She then mixes flour, egg, and salt until the dough is smooth and pliable. Next comes the fun part: rolling out the dough into long ropes and cutting them into small pieces. My mom has a special technique for shaping the gnocchi with a fork, which gives them their signature ridges and helps them hold onto the sauce.
Once the gnocchi is shaped, my mom boils them in salted water until they float to the surface. This only takes a few minutes, and it’s important not to overcook them, or they’ll become mushy. She serves the gnocchi with her homemade tomato sauce made from tomatoes, onion, olive oil, and basil. The sauce is bright and flavorful, but it doesn’t overpower the delicate flavor of the gnocchi.
There’s something about homemade gnocchi that feels special. Maybe it’s the love and care that go into making them, or maybe they’re a reminder of simpler times when we gathered around the table as a family. Whatever it is, I know that whenever we have our mom’s gnocchi, I’ll be transported back to those Sunday dinners and the warmth and comfort they brought.
So here’s to our mom, who has always been the heart and soul of our family. Happy 71st birthday, Mom, and thank you for teaching us how to make the best gnocchi in the world!
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New Video! NASA astronaut and North Allegheny School District graduate, Dr. Warren “Woody” Hoburg.
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Are you ready to explore the latest trends in home and garden design? Don’t miss the Pittsburgh Home & Garden Show beginning this weekend, where industry professionals and gardening enthusiasts showcase the best in home improvement and gardening. From show gardens to celebrity guests, this event has something for everyone.
This event is held at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in downtown Pittsburgh and is a must-attend event for anyone interested in home improvement or gardening. The Pittsburgh Home & Garden Show has a long history since 1982. It was founded by Duane & Phyllis Eichling, who wanted to create an event showcasing the latest home and garden design trends. Since then, the show has become one of the country’s largest home and garden shows, attracting over 300,000 visitors each year.
One of the main attractions of the Pittsburgh Home & Garden Show is the show gardens. These full-scale gardens are designed and constructed by local landscaping companies and garden centers. The show gardens are a great way to get inspiration for your garden and see the latest trends in landscaping and garden design.
The Pittsburgh Home & Garden Show also features a wide range of demonstrations and workshops. These sessions are led by industry professionals and cover a variety of topics, such as gardening, home improvement, and cooking. Whether you are looking to learn how to install a new kitchen sink or how to plant a vegetable garden, there is a workshop or demonstration for you.
Here’s a sneak peek of what to expect:
- Dream Home Innovation Center
- The Kitchen Idea Center
- The Ultimate Backyard
- The Construction & Remodeling Center
- The Food & Wine Festival
- The Home Interior Galleries
- The Farm to Table Area
- The Pets at Home Aisle
- The Children’s Village
- The TCA (Train Collectors Association) Display
- Steel City LUG (LEGO) Creations
- The John DeSantis River View Cafe
Dates and Hours:
Friday, March 3 | 10am – 9pm
Saturday, March 4 | 10am – 9pm
Sunday, March 5 | 10am – 6pm
Monday, March 6 | 4pm – 9pm
Tuesday, March 7 | 4pm – 9pm
Wednesday, March 8 | 4pm – 9pm
Thursday, March 9 | 4pm – 9pm
Friday, March 10 | 10am – 9pm
Saturday, March 11 | 10am – 9pm
Sunday, March 12 | 10am – 6pm
AdmissionAdults | $10.00
Children Ages 6-12 | $4.00
Children under 6 | FREE
Online TicketsBuy your tickets online!
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Yep.. it looks like Twitter has blocked the searching of the hashtags #jagoff and #jagoffs! Are you kidding us?
Truth be told, sometimes the stories of jagoffery activities are scarce. It’s not every day that we find a dumb criminal, bad politicians, a #PeterParkers pic or someone doing something ig’nernt in public. So, the YaJagoff Newsroom has to search for potential stories.. by using hashtags!!!!! Lots of times the #jagoff and #jagoffs hashtags are full of political b$# s@$% and sometimes, during the NFL season, we catch a #jagoff tag used in conjunction from the Jax Jags football team. But, that’s like catching minnows in the salmon net. Ya throw those back as you sift for what you want. But.. not now!
Do they not know that Pittsburgh and Western PA’ers use those in our regular discussions? Do they not know that these words can also be used as a term/phrase of endearment? Give us our hashtag back… Ya Jagoffs!
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Summary:This fireplace stop did not disappoint. Even more important than the fireplace at the home of Kelly Frey and her hubs Jason, was the incredible view of the Pittsburgh downtown area. Music producer Chris Dreamer, Kim of Dryer Vent Wizard, Lisa from SinBinKreations, Michelle and Marty from Wicky Wags candles and Krystal Grandy joined us!
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How about this? Here’s the message that came to us with the above pic: “Here’s a jagoff…mine is the blue car and I had to get in from passenger side and climb over center console.”
Hoping that the driver of the blue car didn’t have a big lunch and it’s not their “bloated week.”
Hey Slim-Jim (that one??)…. seriously? You’re parked soooo close to the car on your right that, if your car was a dog, we’d be throwing cold water on it! After you parked, were you actually able to reach out your passenger side window and grab the loose change outta the car on the right?
Thanks to your head-up-your-ARSE parking method, unless the driver has their skinny jeans on, with 2 pair of SPANX underneath, has been on a hunger strike for the last 1,201 days and is the new Transformer character named “Hanger,” ain’t NOBODY getting in that blue car, Ya Jagoff!!!
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Catching these “Peter Parkers” is spilling over into Maryland!
Some subtle observations about this driver:
- Were you worried about someone scratching your ROVER? Because you’re lucky no one rammed a shopping cart into it.
- Just because your car manual says the vehicle is a 4×4 … that doesn’t mean those numbers are a set of parking instructions!
- Is the size of your truck INVERSELY proportional to the extra gas money left in your back account at the end of the month?
- Do you sit in four chairs at dinner or just lay across the entire table?
- Do you lay on four towels at the beach?
First, we suggest bicycles for your future vehicle, they’re “greener” than that gas-guzzling Rover and they are waaaaay easier to park!
And since “FOUR” seems to be your thing, we can only hope that, while you’re in the store, four mini-vans pull in next to you full of Hi-C-Gotta-pee-Door-swinging-Kids that do some “dent artwork” on your side panels, Ya Jagoffs!
Thanks to Bill R. for being our Honorary Jagoff Catcher!
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And the tradition continues.
Every year on the Tuesday before Lent, my mom makes the donuts—it isn’t called “Fat Tuesdee” for nothing.
It’s a tradition that her mother started many years ago and she continues since her passing.
The old fashion donuts are just that—a simple old fashion cake donut, nothing fancy.
Add the basic homemade icing and jimmies and it is the best treat of the year.
My grandmother’s donuts were deep-fired and sugar-coated; today my mom simplifies and uses a portable donut maker.
The method may be different, and the recipe may be different, but they are still made with the same TLC.
Recipe for Old Fashioned DonutsIngredients
- 4-1/2 cups flour
- 1-3/4 cups sugar
- 7 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 3 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup oil
Instructions
- Sift flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg.
- At medium speed, beat eggs and vanilla.
- Add milk, oil, and dry ingredients alternately to the egg-sugar mixture.
- Beat well after each addition.
- Add batter to each donut mold in a pre-heated oiled donut maker. Bake until browned.
- Makes 20-22
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Jaggin Around With… WPXI Trisha Pittman and WPXI Scott Harbaugh with a zamboni at RMU Island Sports Center.Trisha had driving a zamboni on her bucket list. Dave Hanson made the dream come true!Thanks also to Mike who mentored Trisha!The post Jaggin Around With… WPXI’s Trisha Pittman and Scott Harbaugh with a Zamboni first appeared on Ya Jagoff!!!.
Le Patin Libre, “The Free Skate” in French, is a contemporary ice skating company from Montreal, originally founded in 2005 by ex-high-level figure skaters. They regrouped with the intention of transforming their athleticism into a means of free expression. Far from sparkles, stereotypes, and champions’ demos, the creations of Le Patin Libre propose real works of art exploiting the amazing choreographic and theatrical potential of glide.
In Carte Blanche, a new work being developed specifically for Pittsburgh, the company will revisit parts of its show-stopping repertory and debut innovative new material. Don’t miss this artistic on-ice event!
This special event will take place at The UPMC Rink at PPG Place at 8:00 p.m. from March 9-11, 2023.
Patron seating is general admission by price zone in bleachers. As the UPMC Ice Rink at PPG Place is outdoors, please dress for the weather; blankets are welcome.
Run time: 40 minutes
To Purchase Tickets:
- Online at TrustArts.org/Dance
- Call 412-456-6666
- For Season Tickets, Call 412-456-1390
- Groups 10+ Call 412-471-6930
The Pittsburgh Dance Council, a division of the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, is one of the few large-scale contemporary dance presenters in the country. From emerging artists to world-renowned companies, they have been thrilled to welcome performers from all over the world to our stages for more than five decades.
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Lent is to help Christians cleanse their minds, hearts and souls of inequities so that they can focus on the resurrection of Jesus which is celebrated on Easter Sunday. So here’s a time line:
(note: I survived eight years of Catholic School)
Fat Tuesday: This is the day before Ash Wednesday (which I will explain next). Basically it is a day to go out, drink, stuff your grocery hole as much as possible and get crazeeee with your friends because for the NEXT 40 days, you have to be good.
Ash Wednesday: If you’re not hung-over or sick from your pig-out and you are lucky enough to wake up in your own bed, you find a way to go to church and get ashes put on you’re forehead. Most folks search for the church that gives JUST ashes as opposed to the churches that make you sit through an entire mass to get them. Some churches have even offered drive-thru ashes this year. Also, if you’re ashamed at work, you kind of find a way to say you ACCIDENTALLY wiped them off while thinking about that big project!
Lent: If you play by the rules, for the next 40 days you decide to give up some vice. You do this to repent for all of the sins you committed since LAST EASTER! If you’re smart, this is a chance to RENEW that “failed” New Years commitment of losing weight by giving up eating in between meals or late-night snacks. One other note, if you’re REALLY SMART, you realize that the Catholic rules allow you to go off the wagon on Sundays and go back to your vice for a day.
Holy Friday: If you’re in Catholic School you LOVE this day because you get the day off. If you’re a public school kid, you hope that Easter Break starts before this but your mad that your Catholic buddies get the day of to go skiing or sty home gaming.
Easter Sunday: You are done FASTING or SACRIFICING and you get back to your old habits!!! You stuff yourself with chocolate and jelly beans – because you want to celebrate a Christian Holy Day just like they did back in Jerusalem when they found the stone rolled back and the tomb empty… gorging yourself with buttered-popcorn-flavored jelly beans and eating hard boiled eggs full of dye!
By the way, here’s some jagoffery you can play on the Easter “church-ins.” (the peeps that go to church once a year.)
Happy Lent! Here’s to the next 40 Friday’s of smelling like fire department and church fundraiser fried fish, Ya Jagoffs!
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Summary: We could make soooo many dad jokes about going to Mars and having an out-of-this-world podcast but we won’t! The jags went to the Carnegie Science Center to visit the new Mars exhibit. Jason Brown, Director the Science Denter, Matt Koz, Music of Koz, the Love Pittsburgh shop owners and Spectrum Fudge all hung out in the podcast…wait for it.. SPACE! That was the last one!
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Just a quick note to say THANKS to all of you who donated virtual beads to the HairPeace Charities Mardi Gras event!
Recap:
- Over the last few weeks, we have been asking YINZ to donate $10 to help us become the King and Queen of the event.
- Last year, we came in at a close second and we were determined to be first THIS year.
- On top of that, we collected the most beads on site at the event held at the Joinery Hotel. Of course, we bribed everyone we could with some YaJagoff giveaways.
- Johnny Angel did a quick song with the band. THAT might have been part of our bribe strategy as well but we will never tell.
- This year, we raised $700 on line thanks to all of you.
Thanks so much!! We love being involved in the community! We promise to be humble as King and Queen!
What is HairPeace Charities? It’s an organization that provides financial assistance to women and girls fighting cancer in Western Pennsylvania. Find out more HERE.
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When two of our favorite NY comedians, Ray Zawodni and Collin Chamberlin, come home for a comedy show, we create an affordable, fun night out to help raise funds for some families headed to the Czech Republic for USA Ball Hockey. A chance to play in a world tourney! So come laugh with the jags and friends TOMORROW….a few tickets left!
A few reasons to come laugh with us:
- $20/ticket
- Doors open at 5 p.m. with a special dinner menu
- Show is an hour and a half
- President’s Day is Monday, so it is an extended weekend
- They are realllllyyyyy funny
Don’t miss this chance, ya jagoff!
Laughs at Linden Grove – February 19th
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You know why there’s so much research on auto-driving cars? Mainly because people SUCK at driving and therefore, we need to take the driving out of their hands. You know why there are peeps that are paid to round up shopping carts, i.e. buggies? Because people suck at putting them back. Look how close that thing is to the cart rack. Oh wait! Maybe they, someone actually DROVE that cart to the grocery store and just did a bad job parking in between the lines. NOPE!
Jagoffery? Yes…because the time and effort that it would have taken you to walk that buggy over to the cart corral would have added up to 4 more steps on your fit bit, .761 minutes out of your day AND would have saved the cart-corral dude a few minutes as he collected his bounty.
Here’s to hoping that, the time you saved by NOT taking the 8-foot walk to put the cart back to the rack, allowed you to fix your hair, adjust the coupons in your wallet folder, floss your teeth text and check Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest before you pulled out of your parking spot.
This is our new pitch for auto-driving shopping carts…YaJagoff!
Thanks to Tom H for being our Honorary Jagoff Catcher today.
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John and Rachael are jaggin’ around with Carlos Carter of the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh.After a serious chat, Rachael gets Carlos to sing!!The post Jaggin’ Around with Carlos Carter of the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh first appeared on Ya Jagoff!!!.
This past Tuesday was Valentine’s Day, and Liz from Octofree came up with an easy top-8-free Valentine’s Day treat to snack on during the day, bring along to a restaurant (where safe sweets are usually limited to sorbet), or give as a sweet gift.
Her original thought was to create top-8-free truffles, but when she realized how time-consuming that can be, she decided to come up with a quicker option.
For these Dark Chocolate-Covered, Sunbutter-Stuffed Dates, you only need a couple of ingredients, and topped with festive sprinkles or flaky sea salt, they’re cute as can be. Enjoy!
EQUIPMENT Medium Glass bowl * Baking sheet * Parchment paper or foil * Sandwich-sized plastic baggie * Toothpicks INGREDIENTS 12 Dried, pitted Medjool dates * ¼ cup soy-free Sunflower butter, such as Sunbutter * 1 cup vegan, soy-free dark chocolate chips, such as Enjoy Life * 1 tbsp coconut oil FOR TOPPING (OPTIONAL):* flaky sea salt * top-8-free sprinkles
You can find the rest of her recipe on her website!
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A native takes aim at reenactors portraying George Washington (center) and Christopher Gist right). This shot will be portrayed again on February 25, during the history hikes at Jennings Environmental Education Center near Slippery Rock.
You can hike through history, stroll through nature, and enjoy some cherry pie on Saturday, Feb. 25, in honor of George Washington’s birthday, and his 1753 journey through the region.
It all happens at Jennings Environmental Education Center, a Pennsylvania State Park at 2951 Prospect Road (Pa. 528) Slippery Rock 16057, just south of Pa. 8. Hikers will meet reenactors portraying Washington and his guide Christopher Gist, as well as the American Indian the two encountered in the western Pennsylvania woods in 1753. Echoing through trees that morning will be the reenactment of the gunshot that could have ended Washington’s life when he was just 21. The annual commemoration is sponsored by Washington’s Trail 1753, the Butler Chapter of the North Country Trail Association, Historic Harmony, Butler County Tourism and Convention Bureau, North Country Brewing, and Jennings Environmental Education Center.
Visitors can choose from nine guided hikes and walks. All are limited in size, so hikers must make a reservation by February 23rd to secure a hiking spot. To reserve a hiking spot, go to events.dcnr.pa.gov, then search “Cherry Pie” or click on . This will take you to the page to reserve hike times. There is a $3 per person cash donation, collected at the park, to partake in one of the guided hikes and the cherry pie.
To learn about the history surrounding Washington’s 1753 mission, hikers can sign up for a half-hour “history hike” that includes the reenactment of the attempt on Washington’s life that happened on Dec. 27, 1753 near today’s Evans City. Washington and Gist had spent the night of Dec. 26 camped in the snow somewhere close by the Jennings site. There are six history hikes, the first one at 9:30 a.m.
Visitors to the Cherry Pie Hike on February 25th can learn about clothing and equipment from the 1750s from French and Indian War reenactors.
Nature lovers can learn more about the Jennings prairie and other park features by signing up for a 75-minute “nature walk”. These walks are at 9 and 11 a.m.
For those who want more exercise, there is a 7-mile ”long hike” led by members of the Butler Chapter of North Country Trail Association. It starts at 9 a.m. at the Lake Arthur boat launch under the PA 528 bridge and uses a trail that joins Moraine State Park and the Jennings Environmental Education Center
The day’s festivities honor the 291st birthday of the first president. Washington was just 21 when he volunteered to deliver an ultimatum from Virginia’s lieutenant governor that French forces withdraw from British-claimed territory west of the Alleghenies. The French, building a line of forts south from Lake Erie, declined, demanding instead that the British stay out of New France. Washington’s adventure led within months to the outbreak of the French and Indian War. His mission also included two incidents that might have killed him decades before he would command Colonial forces against Britain in the Revolutionary War and become the new nation’s president. The first incident was an errant shot from the musket of an American Indian, most likely sent by the French to end Washington’s trip back to Virginia. It is considered by many to be the first shot of the French and Indian War. Two days later Washington also survived a tumble from a rudimentary raft into the ice-choked Allegheny River, near what is now Washington’s Landing in Pittsburgh.
Photos by Darl and Marilyn Blac
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This is pretty awesome. It kind of shows that we’re teaching our kids good things. Take another look at the pic and then read this that came along with the pic.
“I found a jagoff. Unfortunately, it’s my mom…”
Just in case you don’t recognize the person loading the groceries into the car that is PARKED OVER THE LINE… it’s Rachael! Addie, her daughter is our Honorary Jagoff Catcher!! Funny to think that Addie had the presence and courage to not help load the groceries.. and to stand back and snap this pic!!!!
Rachael…if ya live in glass houses.. wait.. Rachael, if you have a blog that points out jagoffs… don’t BE one.. YaJagoff!!
Thanks Addie!! This blog is clearly teaching you well!!
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Summary: Team YaJagoff! squared off against Team Pittsburgh Today Live in a game of Wheel of Yinzer… kind of like the other wheel game but more fun! Team PTL played for the KDKA-TV KD Turkey Fund and Team YaJagoff! played for the Pittsburgh Emergency Medicine Foundation. Thanks to Mancini’s Bakery, KB Plumbing, Vinnie Borrelli, The Burgh Bus and OnPar Now.
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Just in case you don’t understand what the Jagoff-estrator markings are highlighting, those are micro-tortilla chip particles… so small that they wouldn’t even make a good bowl of Tortilla-Chip-Cereal if you wanted to.
But, someone had this bag out, ate all of the big chips OR ate most of the big chips. The key point, this bag was put back into the cupboard after the Super Bowl party!
Not sure why anyone even wasted a chip-clip on this thing.
My guess is that this is done by the same high-level criminal in our house that leaves the toilet paper roll empty on a regular basis. Or, the same person that sits their dirty glass on the counter just above the dishwasher vs putting it IN the dishwasher.
Someone paleeeeeeze throw this bag away. The Super Bowl is over. We’ve had enough chips, salsa and buff chick dip to last us for a month or so. When all you have left isl chip-gravel, it’s time to toss this thing in the garbage vs. me finding it, and being so desperate for chips and salsa, that I have to dump these things into the salsa container and eat them with a spoon, Ya Jagoffs!
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Just in case you haven’t heard OR forgot?
This year’s Pittsburgh Today Live versus YaJagoff! charitable gameshow is in the style of Wheel of Fortune, complete with yinzer-only questions. Join David, Heather, Ron, Daisy, Krista and Teddy in a friendly competition with John, Rachael, Off-Air Kristen, Monica, Erika J. and other jags LIVE for charities!
The Pittsburgh Today Live team will be playing for the KDKA Turkey Fund. Team YaJagoff will be playing for the Pittsburgh Emergency Medicine Foundation.
The audio will be recorded to become an episode of the YaJagoff Podcast
Hoping you will join us! Remember, this is a fundraiser and it wouldn’t be possible without our sponsors, The Burgh Bus, KB Plumbing, Mancini’s Bakery, OnPar Now Golf and author/speaker Vinnie Borrelli.
GET TICKETS HERE!
THIS EVENT IS BYOB:
No spirits or pre-packaged spirt cocktails are allowed. We would also need to put wristbands on those guests that are over the age of 21 to identify who can and cannot partake in adult beverages.
BYOB limits are:
a. One, 750-ml bottle of wine or beer OR
b. Up to one six-pack of 12 oz (or less) beer OR
c. Up to one four-pack of 187-ml (or less) wine
d. Hard seltzers or hard cider is allowed
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Gathering for the “big game” this Sunday is a source of annual excitement for fans across the country, but the moment is as much about connecting with family and friends as it is about the action on the field.
The superstar of the celebrations is often the food, from snacks and appetizers to full-blown meals and tasty sweets.
For a better-for-you way to grub out at game time, this Healthy 7-Layer Taco Dip from Milk Means More features essential nutrients provided by yogurt, so you can enjoy a football favorite that nourishes both the body and soul.
Watch the video to see how to make this recipe!
Healthy 7-Layer Taco DipRecipe courtesy of Liz Della Croce of “The Lemon Bowl” on behalf of Milk Means More
Prep time: 15 minutes
Servings: 12
- 1 can (15 ounces) fat-free, refried beans
- 1 cup salsa
- 2 cups plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt, divided
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne (optional)
- 2 avocados
- 1/2 cup cilantro, minced, divided
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 lime, juice only
- 1/2 cup scallions, minced
- 2 Roma tomatoes, seeded and diced
- 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
- tortilla chips
- In small bowl, mix refried beans and salsa. Spread mixture in thin layer on bottom of large platter.
- In separate small bowl, whisk yogurt, cumin, smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt and cayenne, if desired. Spread mixture on top of bean layer.
- In third bowl, mash avocados with 1/4 cup cilantro, garlic powder, lime juice and remaining salt. Spread guacamole on top of yogurt layer.
- Sprinkle dip with minced scallions, diced tomatoes, black olives and remaining cilantro. Serve with tortilla chips.
Find more game day recipes at MilkMeansMore.org.
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The jags went to visit Joseph Hall, Executive Director of the Kelly Strayhorn Theater in East Liberty. Lots of “did ya knows” come out thanks to Joseph’s knowledge of the theater.
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Here are three key ingredients that pair perfectly with the romantic ambiance of Valentine’s Day: the indulgent richness of chocolate, the sophistication of wine, and the classic comfort of freshly baked cookies. These three classic and timeless treats are a feast for the taste buds and the senses, creating a memorable experience that will be cherished for years to come.
So, why not take this opportunity to make your Valentine’s Day celebration even more special by combining these ingredients in a unique and unforgettable way?
Immerse yourself and your loved one in a delightful experience by attending a wine and sweets pairing event at Vinoski Winery in Rostraver, PA, this Sunday, February 12. Savor the taste of fine Vinoski wines and scrumptious treats from Sib’s Sweet Shoppe and Cookey. Get ready to indulge in a sweet journey guided by their expert wine specialist, who will take you on a journey to remember forever.
Click here for details!
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John and Rachael at the Q92.9 FM studios …this Friday’s live game show ..Team YaJagoff vs Team Pittsburgh Today Live.
Erika Jay and Monica from Q929, Kristen B and Ellen PK are part of Team YaJagoff. David Highfield, Heather Abraham, Daisy Jade, Ron Smiley as well as Krista K and Teddy make up Team Pittsburgh Today Live.
Tickets still available HERE.
Thanks John Craig/Fifth Influence for the video!
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Summary:Everyone nestled into the quaint second floor of Chez Millvale, a new B-and-B to talk guilty Hills pleasures, glutens, ice cream, therapeutic teas and Millvale! Thanks to Danielle for hosting us and our guests Liz Fetchin of OctoFree, Nicole of Millie’s Ice Cream, Jason Powell of Hill’s Snack Bar food truck and singer/songwriter Jarrod Barry!
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HangryWhen you are so hungry that your lack of food causes you to become angry, frustrated or both.An amalgum of hungry and angry invented to describe that feeling when you get when you are out at a restaurant and have been waiting over an hour to get the meal that you have ordered.
But this story brings a NEW definition of HangryWhen you are so thirsty for the bottle of Hennessy that some jagoff polished off, causes you to become angry, frustrated or both. So angry, frustrated or both that punch people.. allegedly.. even the police!Ya have to read the entire story over on the TribLive.com site but, basically, Tia called the cops because there was a bit of a scuffle at her place. When the police arrived, the domestic was allegedly Tia, fighting with some family members about them drinking all of the Hennessy!
Well Tia… given your propensity to get Bangry….the new definition… you probably should be banned from any of those Paint and Sip events! Especially those ones where they do crafting and have sharp objects! And, you’re not only famous on the news…..thanks for helping us find a new definition of Hangry.. Ya Jagoff!
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At the end of this post, you might want to blame the restaurant but….
The Athens Family Restaurant, in Beaver, is having a problem with the Door Dash drivers taking meals that aren’t theirs. Full story on KDKA-TV. Seems that, when they come to pick up their orders, they see other orders sitting on the same window ledge and just take the extra orders. The cool part is, the security cameras have captured it all.
You might say, tell the restaurant owners to not make it so easy for the thieves by putting the packages on the window ledge right next to the exit. But, why is the onus on them? Door Dashers, stop dashing with dishes that aren’t yours! Your killing the local restaurant who has to pay to remake the orders, YaJagoffs!
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It seems that beans and greens can be slightly different depending on who is making them. A favorite in the jagoff houses is Johnny Angel’s version! Johnny Angel recently cooked some Pittsburgh treats at the Vangura Demo Kitchen and treated everyone to his music career stories while he cooked! Below is his “secret” beans and greens recipe.
Ingredients:
- Escarole
- Great Northern Beans
- Olive oil
- Oregano
- Basil
- Black Pepper
- Salt
- and a secret that you may not have ever known, chicken stock!
Cook in a skillet over medium-high heat and, if you’re really up for some spice, throw in a few banana pepper rings and maybe even a few chunks of hot or sweet Italian sausage!!!
Yummmmmm!
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Well, seems like if you are going to ALLEGEDLY start stealing stuff, you should probably find a way to exit the crime scene. These days, its hard to NOT leave DNA or some knuckleheads drop a phone or a wallet but.. this one well….
The news story on KDKA-TV was this:
A burglary suspect was arrested after state police in Indiana County said he left a trail of footprints in the snow, leading troopers to him. Troopers followed the suspect’s footprints in the snow to nearby railroad tracks and a wooded area.
Gage E…. you couldn’t have picked a non-snowy day for your caper? You’re like the peeps that have to go out and get snow tires, milk and toilet paper… shoulda done it BEFORE the snow, Ya Jagoff!
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Photo Credit: Jesse PrentissThe acoustic café crew opened for Joan Jett and the Blackhearts during Light Up Night in November, but there were some technical difficulties that limited their full tribute to The Rolling Stones. Plus, it was the cruel yinzer reminder that outdoor shows required layers of clothing to enjoy. So, Rusted Root fave, and Mr. Smalls co-owner, Liz Berlin, decided with bandmates to perform the entire show indoors.
That is happening THIS Friday night.
With over a dozen of the best Pittsburgh performers in tow, head to the gem of performing venues right in the heart of Millvale. Known for Pamela’s Diner, Sprezzatura, 412 Food Rescue’s space, and of course, Mr. Smalls, Millvale will be rockin’ this Friday at the Fun House. Known as a cozy club located just upstairs from Mr. Smalls Theatre, it represents the artist & patron-centered environment Mr. Smalls is all about.
Catch the acclaimed performance starting at 7:30 p.m. with doors opening at 7 p.m. It is an all-ages show featuring about 20 tracks paying homage to one of the most legendary bands of all time, the Rolling Stones. The Orange Band will also join the performance.
For tickets click here.
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Everyone knows about the ignorance of taking “more than 14 items” through the 12-items-or-less lane, right? (We usually give slack for 2 small items.)
On this day, WHAT do I find? Lost of people in line.. all lanes.. and this woman, chatting on the phone with one hand… using the other hand to casually pull one item at a time out of her cart to scan. And, occasionally, interrupting her scanning so that she can look at her phone, change ears or try the shoulder-chin phone maneuver which typically has marginal success.
She doesn’t care. This checkout lane is hers until she doesn’t want it anymore.
I am not one for new laws but I propose this one, the “If-you-are-by-yourself-and-you-have-so-many-items-that-you-have-to-stop-scanning-to-bag-some-of-your-stuff-in-order-to-keep-scanning-Or -you-have-no-idea-how-to-locate-a-bar-code-Or-you-have-never-used-an-ATM-card-Or-you-only-have $800 cash-in-dollar-bills-and-quarters-Or-you-have-enough-groceries-to-feed-3-teenage-boys-for-9-days-Or-if-you-are-so-young-that-you-are-trying-to-scan-your-Eagles-Nest-coloring-page-or-if -you-are-on-the-phone-Then-stay-away-from-the-self-check-out-lane” Law.
All of these people, like Phranny the Scanning Phoner (I thought that one up by myself) need to be more considerate of others. Instead of making the rest of us suffer the pain of your casual conversation, please have some consideration for others and get off of your phone while you check out… YA JAGOFF!!!
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Summary: The jags grabbed their fireplace prizes, Millie’s Ice Cream, Wicky Wag Candles, SinBink Kreations glasses, Spectrum Fudge and YinzLidz giftables and headed to Dan and Diane’s fireplace in Robinson Township. James Santelli, Shane Masters and Laine, the Pittsburgh Pizza blogger hung out around D and D’s fireplace eating Mancini pepperoni rolls.
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Ya know when you hit that stretch of a drive when you are grateful that you will be home at a reasonable time? You start thinking about the Netflix flick you may be able to get in? It’s like almost 9 p.m., but enough time to have part of the night salvaged? Then, PSYCH, naw!
Picture it, the speed barometer goes from 60 ish, to 55, to 45, to 30 ish to the teens, and before you know it, you are in a parking lot on 376 West. You fleetingly think, if I throw this in R for a few feet, I could probs exit at Glenwood, but I will wait it out. Welp, kiss the last two episodes of Dead to Me goodbye.
But, someone with an uncanny knack for driving in reverse, in the dark, on a shoulder of a highway mad no bones about it. Just backed that *** up like a yinzer champ. Put it in R, guided backwards and within a minute was facing the exit and on his way. Yes, I was jealous, ya jagoff!
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Here’s the message that accompanied the above photo:
Here’s the lowest form of parking jagoff. Isn’t this illegal? This car is parked here every single day.
We’re not sure, but we love the SCARED STRAIGHT method of retraining #PeterParkers in these instances. Just think of it, what if the crosswalk markings were actually steel bars that, with a push of a single button, would shoot up and down out of the ground, bouncing and flinging the vehicles that invade them illegally!!
And the best part would be when the driver tries to claim the damage on their insurance….”Well, how did this happen? Were you doing anything illegally when the damage occurred?” … their response.. “Well, um…um… nevermind!”
Here’s what we are going to propose to Pennsylvania legislators…. make it a rule that, when there IS a car blocking a crosswalk, it’s okey-dokey if the people crossing, open up the side door, slide through, open up the other side door and cross safely to the opposite corner. Imagine all of kids in the neighborhood sliding through that car’s back seat! And when they go thru, are all permitted to have partaken in a tough mudder!!! And if ya have a wheel chair trying go get on the ramp, you’re permitted to repeatedly “accidentally” run your chair into the side of the car, like a bouncing PacMan, until the driver comes out to move it.
Stop parking in the I-can’t-find-another-spot-so-I-will-just-park-here-because-I-am-a-driving-diva spot, Ya Jagoff!!!!
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There are no alarms set and you are cuddled up in bed after a good night’s sleep. It’s late morning and there is nowhere to go, no rushing around to do. No school bus, no work to be done, just relaxing at home with loved ones. However, breakfast is calling your name.
Your stomach rumbles as your stumble toward the kitchen. You need something quick and effortless. The kids will be up soon and you know food will be on their minds.
When you’re in a pinch, there is nearly nothing better to make than something sweet and filling for a weekend family breakfast.
Try these simple and delicious Caramel Sticky Rolls for an easy breakfast for all. The rolls are fluffy, a little crunchy and drizzled with caramel topping.
Start by sprinkling some flour on the countertop. Roll out one sheet of puff pastry. Drizzle and spread caramel sauce on the puff pastry.
Sprinkle 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts on top then roll up the puff pastry and cut it into about nine pieces to place inside a muffin tin.
Bake for 22 minutes and cool. If you like your rolls super sweet, drizzle with some extra caramel sauce.
The result is a pan full of warm, gooey, and delightful rolls that are perfect for a large family or to save leftovers to enjoy throughout the week.
Next time you sleep in a little too late or your family wants something more than the daily norm for breakfast, try this scrumptious and tasty recipe.
Your family will love it, and don’t be surprised if you get a request or two for this breakfast again.
Caramel Sticky RollsServings: 9
- Nonstick cooking spray
- flour, for rolling pastry
- 1 frozen puff pastry, thawed
- caramel sauce, divided
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
- powdered sugar
- Heat oven to 400 F.
- Spray muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray.
- Sprinkle flour on work surface. Flatten pastry sheet and roll into rectangle.
- Drizzle caramel sauce over pastry and spread within 1/2 inch of edges.
- Sprinkle chopped walnuts over caramel sauce.
- Starting on short end, evenly roll pastry with filling to other end.
- Cut pastry into nine pieces. Place pastries cut side up into muffin cups.
- Bake 22 minutes, or until golden brown. Immediately remove from pan to wire rack. Let cool 10 minutes. Drizzle with additional caramel sauce and dust with powdered sugar.
Find more quick weekend recipes at Culinary.net.
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John and Rachael jaggin’ around with… Billy Greer of the band KANSAS.
Kansas is kicking of their 50th Anniversary Tour in Pittsburgh Tickets go on sale TOMORROW, January 27th at 10am.
Get tickets now at KansasBand.com.
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Consider this a #FanJag post because last night’s premiere of Jagged Little Pill was more than ironic, don’t ya think? And we told Heidi!
I was in college when Alanis Morissette hit her queendom with a slew of angst-induced songs. She gave us the green light to not be okay with whatever it was we weren’t okay with, then and now. Who knew that her emotional lyrics and unique sound would create a story played on stage resonating with so many? For me, the pressure of motherhood, success, life balance is real and the Mary Jane character could have been me…relax, minus the drug addiction. But that too is more real than people realize.
But you live, you learn, you cry, you learn, you lose, you learn. So we had to tell Ms. Heidi (Mary Jane) just how inspiring she was, and she liked it! Yep, we are spending the day gloating that she liked our comment. That is it, a little “jagbrag thanks to the Cultural Trust. Thanks for the stellar performance, ya jagoff! (Meant as a term of endearment of course!)
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Step into a world of unusual and extraordinary delights at the World Oddities Expo in Pittsburgh this weekend at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center.
From the macabre to the mesmerizing, there is something for everyone at this thrilling event. Experience live performances by sideshow performers, explore interactive art installations, browse rare antiques and vintage clothing, and shop for unique jewelry and books from local artists – all while you savor delicious treats from around the globe. It’s sure to be an unforgettable experience!
This peculiar paradise is a traveling oddities festival where weirdness thrives. It’s an all-inclusive artisan, and small business-fueled event that invites patrons of all ages to participate in this curated immersive world of the strange and unusual.
Here are some of the cool workshops you can take as well:
Butterfly Pinning WorkshopLearn the art and process of preserving one of the most revered insects- butterflies! This workshop will show you valuable skills such as pinning and mounting to create a one-of-a-kind collectible! Butterflies will be mounted in a classic shadowbox.
Taxidermy Class: RatExplore the world of Taxidermy with a hands-on class! Learn valuable techniques such as mounting, setting the eyes, and more! No experience is required. An adult must accompany patrons 15-18, however, said adult does not have to be enrolled in class if not participating.
Owl Pellet Dissection WorkshopExplore the fascinating world of Owls! Learn about owls’ prey via pellet dissection in a safe, sterile environment. This exciting process reveals bones from a variety of animals and gives you an inside look at their hunting habits!
This is an event like no other – it’s sure to be an unforgettable experience!
Buy your tickets here.
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Summary:At the second stop on the ’23 Fireplace Tour, the jags top at the home of Desarae Legros, the person behind the TikTok sensation, Cooking Comedy and Chaos. John Craig, one of our faves is rolling out a new video series, Bonny Diver has a Mardi Gras event coming.. which John and Rachael will win, YinzLidz shows up with goodies and Bobby Thompson give us some blues!
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As you all know, we typically call out jagoffs.. dumb criminals, stupid politicians and bad drivers from the Western PA area. But, sometimes, our scanning of the internet turns up a gem like this one!
In case you can’t read the copy that was posted with this pic on Instagram, see below:
Is this person:
A) jagoff
B) entitled
C) brilliant?
(This is at gym)
#jagoff #storiesfromthe78
So not only did they take one compact car space with their non-compact car.. they took 3??? Now WE would call this a #PeterParkers pic but we don’t want to totally influence the vote so we’ll just ask YOU… Jagoff or not?
Thanks to tomwgnchicago from Instagram for being our Honorary Jagoff Catcher. Follow his blog: StoriesFromthe78
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I hadn’t been to the movies since the swanky and comfy chairs replaced the gum-stuck, upholstered seats. I think the last flick I saw was The Secret Life of Pets, yes that was 2016. So I was excited to see the Whitney Houston movie in theaters.
But jags, we parked our Pilot in a space and took our time to get into the theater. I mean, no time for popcorn and soda because we were in a hurry…but the point is we appropriately parked our car. Come on, I get that it is a rough and tumble Jeep, but two tires on the ground, driver!
The worst part is that there were other spaces available, and the space was not tight. Like, no pull in and out maneuver to get the park job right. The Whitney Houston movie was so good, but I didn’t have to give up One Moment in Time to get a parking space for it, ya jagoff! (Did ya get the pun?)
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Allianna from Allianna’s Kitchen sent us her great “Everything Bagel Seasoned Chicken Wings,” for today’s JeetJet!
These crispy and savory Everything Bagel Seasoned Chicken Wings paired with garlic aioli are a staple in our house. The lemony aioli sauce combined with the dijon mustard gives this aioli a nice kick. With this recipe taking less than 10 minutes to prep, we love using this recipe as a quick and easy dinner as well as a staple appetizer to meet all of our hosting needs. These wings and sauce are always a crowd pleaser.
This recipe was inspired back in 2020, when we were all stuck at home, she writes. Her husband and her have always been a huge fan on wing night and they wanted something different to try. These wings are not only juicy and savory, but they literally have the best flavor too!
Ingredientsfor the garlic aioli Avocado mayo- Consider avocado mayo a staple in paleo cooking. It is a great alternative for conventional mayo that is loaded with unhealthy fats. I like to get a big bottle at Costco because we go through it so fast but you can also get it here. I also use it to make homemade dressings. Like I said, it is a staple in our kitchen. * Dijon mustard-This is an added French touch and I am here for it. Dijon is totally optional but in my option it is what gives this garlic aioli a nice kick. * Lemon juice-Lemon juice is what separates mayo from aioli. Do not skip! * Garlic*-obviously!
for the chicken wings Chicken wings- You can use fresh or frozen. Typically I use frozen because I like to keep a few bags stashed in the freezer for a quick and easy meal or appetizer. However, you can totally use fresh. * Everything bagel seasoning- I get mine from Trader Joe’s but you can also buy it here. * Garlic powder, onion powder, and salt– All of these ingredients naturally come in the seasoning but I like to add extra to enhance the flavor. * Fresh parsley-The perfect garnish. Who does not like fresh herbs? InstructionsCooking the chicken wings in the air fryer: Preheat the oven or air fryer to 400. Mix all spices, everything but the bagel seasoning, garlic, onion powder and salt in a bowl. Mix the wings with half of the seasoning and add to the baking sheet or air frying pan. * Set the timer for 20 minutes. Once 20 minutes is up flip the wings and bake for an additional 20 minutes. Add the remaining seasoning. Give the wings a quick spray with your cooking oil to prevent them from drying out. Set another timer for 20 minutes. Cooking the chicken wings in the oven: Preheat the oven or oven to 400. Mix all spices, everything but the bagel seasoning, garlic, onion powder and salt in a bowl. Mix the wings with half of the seasoning. Add a non-painted cooling rack over top of a sheet pan and spray with cooking spray oil. * Add the wings to the sheet pan in a single layer and bake for 20 minutes, then flip and bake for an additional 20 minutes. For the garlic aioli: Mix all ingredients in a bowl with a spoon. To serve:* Chop up fresh parsley and garnish on top. You can read more about this delicious recipe on her blog.The post Everything Bagel Seasoned Chicken Wings first appeared on Ya Jagoff!!!.
We thought about calling some jagoffs out with this photo… those who leave the paper wrappers in the box of candy. But, maybe this is a thing. Maybe, leaving the wrappers in the box is a way of keeping an inventory of what has been eaten?
Soooo, we’re leaving it in YOUR hands. Is this a jagoff or not?
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Photos from The Frick Facebook Page
Are you looking for a festive winter experience? Then look no further than The Frick Pittsburgh’s WinterFest, a one-of-a-kind opportunity to enjoy the beauty of winter.
From breathtaking outdoor ice skating to horse-drawn carriage rides and more, WinterFest offers something for everyone.
Experience an array of activities such as:
- A furnace-fired fun fueled by Pittsburgh Glass Center. Artists will conduct glass-blowing demonstrations from this compact traveling glass studio, answer questions, and talk about the art and science of glassmaking.
- Tour and walk through the heart of the Frick grounds as you hear stories from winters past in Pittsburgh.
- Experiment with watercolors and learn ways to create 3-D creatures with Frick’s art teachers. Participants of all ages are welcome to join in artmaking at the Education Center classrooms.
- Films, music performances, workshops, and more.
Finally, enjoy culinary delights such as hot drinks and other treats. Whether you’re looking for family fun during the day or something romantic to do during your night out, WinterFest has it all.
Check out the complete schedule!
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You may not have even known that there was a national day to celebrate Peter Mark Roget’s book which was started in 1848 and finished in 1852 with 15,000 words. We think that he wrote it while waiting in traffic on the Parkway East at 6:45am-ish between the Churchill exit and the Squirrel Hill Tunnels. It takes about the same time to complete the drive.
Thanks to this book, we can do more than just tell friends we are happy but merry, delighted, and overjoyed! We can do more than have a conversation, but a discussion, a talk, or an exchange! We can do more than call someone a friend, a buddy, a pal …. a jagoff!! But wait, if you’re from Pittsburgh, whey would you EVER want to say anything different than, “How ya doin’ Ya Jagoff?” when you see a longtime friend, buddy or pal.
We’re not mad that the word Jagoff is not in the thesaurus, we’re kinda glad because, we are now sure that there literally is no other substitute, in the world, for the phrase… Ya Jagoffs!!
Enjoy looking up words today!
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Summary:We thought about a beer crawl but, who needs a multi-bar crawl when you have House of 1K Beers?? Alex Eats Too Much, Emilio from Izzazu Salon and Aristotle Jones hung out with us and the owner of “the house,” Art Barbus.
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Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr – a man strong in mind, heart and soul.
Sure, you’ll be TEMPTED to relax today or catchup on DIY home projects or get a discount on a new washer/dryer. Maybe take a few minutes to talk about or “google” Dr. King and his work. Your phone is right there at your finger tips. Go ahead. Search something. Maybe even talk about it in the coffee line or with your family.
And, by the way, can we not use MLK Day? it’s Martin Luther King, Jr Day. So, let’s give the day the credit it is due and honor Martin Luther King, Jr today.. go ahead.. you have a few extra minutes!
Photo: This is the spot where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was murdered, April 4, 1968.
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The next time your loved ones crave a comforting dish warming from the inside out, turn to an all-time classic with a touch of southern flair. Give your taste buds on a flavorful Tex-Mex adventure with this simple yet delicious recipe for beef lasagna. Filled with layers of tender pieces of beef and a medley of vegetables and spices, this lasagna is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Take inspiration for this Tex-Mex Beef Lasagna from season 3 of “BBQuest: Beyond the Pit,” a video series that dives into the long-held traditions, new flavors, and everyday inspiration that make Texas barbecue legendary.
Developed from the show by BBQuest co-host and “Hardcore Carnivore” cookbook author Jess Pryles, this tasty take on comfort food can be the perfect solution for a family meal with plenty of leftovers.
After dinner, settle in together and learn pitmaster techniques from the experts. The series follows four themes that capture the essence of Texas barbecue: legacy and tradition; creativity and innovation; Texas trailblazers; and family and community.
“Since launching BBQuest four years ago, it’s truly remarkable to see how much has changed and yet stayed the same when it comes to Texas barbecue, and that’s exactly what you see in season 3,” said Rachel Chou, Texas Beef Council’s director of consumer marketing. “There has been so much exciting innovation around cooking methods and international flavors while there’s still a huge dedication to long-held recipes and smoking techniques.”
Watch video to see how to make this recipe!
Tex-Mex Beef LasagnaRecipe courtesy of Jess Pryles on behalf of Beef Loving Texans
Total time: 60 minutes
Servings: 10
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 2 teaspoons chipotle powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 15 ounces canned corn, drained
- 15 ounces canned seasoned black beans, drained
- 10 ounces canned diced tomatoes with green chiles, drained
- 15 ounces canned red enchilada sauce
- 1 cup Mexican crema or sour cream
- nonstick cooking spray
- 12 corn tortillas
- 8 ounces shredded Mexican blend cheese
- cilantro (optional)
- green onions, thinly sliced (optional)
- Preheat oven to 375 F.
- In large pan or skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat then add onion. Cook until softened, 4-5 minutes, stirring regularly.
- Add ground beef and cook, stirring regularly, until beef has browned.
- Add kosher salt, garlic powder, cumin, chipotle powder and onion powder; stir well. Add corn, black beans and diced tomatoes. Turn heat to medium and simmer 10 minutes. Remove from heat.
- In bowl, combine enchilada sauce and crema; mix well.
- Spray casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray. Pour about 1/4 cup enchilada sauce mixture on bottom to prevent tortillas from sticking.
- Layer 2-4 tortillas across bottom then top with layer of ground beef mixture. Use ladle to spoon some enchilada sauce mixture on top, distributing evenly. Top with another layer of tortillas then repeat layers until casserole is full, 3-4 layers. Top with shredded cheese.
- Loosely cover dish with foil in tent shape to help prevent cheese from sticking then bake 30 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Cool 5 minutes before serving. Top with cilantro and green onions, if desired.
To find more pitmaster-worthy recipes, visit BeefLovingTexans.com.
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Who me? Yes…. SOMEONE! But not sure who yet.
Typical band stuff… the kids held fundraisers to pay for a trip to Disney in Florida. Always a proud moment to play in the Disney parade! The trip, of course, is now in jeopardy. See full story at TribDem.com.
Well, that plan is spoiled because the money seems to be missing. In the terms of our friend, Cousin Lisa, “Who does that?” Who emotionally tortures the kids who have worked hard to earn a buck for a proud Disney moment?
We don’t know who it was yet but we wanna gear up on a solid plan of punishment for when they catch whomever or the whomevers!
First, they are forced to sit, squashed, in a 1st grade desk and we make sure that their adult legs are properly stuck underneath the desktop. Then we duct tape their ankles so that we’re one-hundred-percent sure that they cannot get out. Second, we feed them some typical Grade D meat cafeteria chili and greasy tater tots and lace the chili with hot peppers and, of course some Miralax.. lots of it! That’s gotta “stimulate” the ol’ colon a bit. Then, we get the students to come in and do that tortilla slap challenge on them…with one twist…the tortillas are actually burlap material and the students all get one burlap tortilla slap for every dollar each of them raised. And no bathroom breaks in between to handle the bowel problems.. NO HALL PASS! After all of that, the students get to escort the culprit(s) to the magistrate for arraignment.
Whomever you are…we can’t wait until your caught… YaJagoffs!
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Where else can you skate with a Parrot or a Penguin? A Dragon or a Star? A Fish or a Cow? At Pittsburgh’s Annual Mascot Skate! Join the menagerie of mascots like the Pirate Parrot, Steely McBeam, Pitt Panther, Iceburgh, and more at Schenley Park Skating Rink.
On Saturday, January 14th, skate with your favorite Pittsburgh sports mascots for this fun and unique event.
Saturday’s Mascot Skate will mark the 35th year of this event.
The event is ideal for families looking to enjoy some outdoor exercise while having fun. Throughout the afternoon, you’ll get to skate and get photos alongside the region’s beloved mascots. That’s not all – there will also be an array of carnival-style games and activities designed to keep everyone entertained so that no matter what age or skill level, everyone in attendance can have a blast!
TIME: 1:30 – 3 PM
- Adults: $5.00
- Seniors: $4.00
- Veterans with ID: $4.00
- Youth (17 & Under): $3.00
- Skate Rentals: $3.00
- Skate Sharpening: $5.00
ON-LINE TICKETS ONLY! Details here: https://pittsburghpa.gov/schenley/skating-mascot.
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PTL fans, come on down, and let’s make a deal. The password is… charity…. and do we have the gameshow for you!
This year’s Pittsburgh Today Live versus YaJagoff! charitable gameshow is in the style of Wheel of Fortune, complete with yinzer-only questions. Join David, Heather, Ron and other PTL contestants in a friendly competition with John, Rachael, Off-Air Kristen and other jags on Fridee, Feb. 10th at Pierce Studio 805 Liberty Ave. starting at 7 p.m.
In typical jag fashion, deets are developing, but we wanted our fellow yinzers to save the date so we can support local charities and have fun in honor of PALentine’s Day with our fave TV pals! Follow PTL and Jagoff social media to learn more details, ya jagoff!
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Summary:We headed north for the first fireplace stop of 2023! Quite the array of guests and, behind the scenes, John fell down some steps. Yes! That’s true! At least it wasn’t falling into a fire place or the Christmas tree! The Wilson Group, CEO Wally Andreaco hosted us, Michelle Simon of Bless a Dress, author/film writer Jacqueline Druga and singer/songwriter Mike Swindell hung out with us but… none of them fell down the steps!
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We’re gonna keep the identity of “Michael” hidden for now. It seems only fair since the person who wrote the non-neighborly-neighbor note took the anonymous route but signing it, “The Neighbors.” Ya know, the old “they say” or “they said” cowardly jagoffery.
In case ya can’t read the note in its very professionally hand written magic marker.. (Or is that actually a crayon? )… it is telling Michael that the neighbors don’t like his weeds laying on the street AND they are tired of his hang-out-with-people-you-like fires! Oh! Maybe you’re just cranky because you missed your invite? Then again, you sound like such a fun person, it doesn’t sound like even the Grim Reaper would invite ya to a hangout??
The cool part is that, Michael, got this note and was so motivated by it that he tacked it up on his fridge.. just as proud of it as a 3rd grade math paper with an A+ on it.
Is this really how neighbors should be communicating? Michael pulled a bunch of weeds to clean up the yard.. but somehow, this one neighbor who seems to have failed 4th grade art AND handwriting class had an issue with the weeds laying around while Michael took a little break.
Myyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy neighbor…. please go back home and get some guts. Maybe even bake and apple pie and give it to Michael when you stop over and nicely chat with him about his weeds and how nice is yard NOW looks! Meantime, please go purchase a computer and printer for these kind of notes. You’re looking a bit like a kidnapper. Oh.. and.. looks like you missed a class or 2 on how to use apostrophes too… ya jagoff!
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Cool winter days and their cold, crisp air call for a quick warmup in the form of a classic combo: soup and sandwich. Next time you need to warm up from the inside out, go for a homemade pairing that brings together a cheesy handheld and hearty minestrone.
When you sit down for a wintertime meal, Gourmet Grilled Cheese with Pickled Beets provides the comfort you crave with caramelized onions, gooey melted cheese, and toasted sourdough. Slowly simmered to savory perfection, 3-Bean Tortellini Minestrone – powered by a Bean Salad – plays the ideal complement to the griddled sandwiches as a filling soup without the hassle.
Gourmet Grilled Cheese with Pickled BeetsRecipe courtesy of “Carlsbad Cravings”
Prep time: 60 minutes
Caramelized Onions:
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 large yellow onions, halved, sliced 1/4-inch thick
- 1-2tablespoons water (optional)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Sandwiches:
- 8 large sourdough slices, 1/2-inch thick
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 4 ounces fresh goat cheese, at room temperature
- 8 ounces shredded gruyere cheese, at room temperature
- 1 jar Aunt Nellie’s Sliced Pickled Beets (about 32 beets)
- 2 cups baby arugula
- 2 tablespoons butter, divided
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- To make caramelized onions: In Dutch oven over medium-high heat, melt butter and olive oil. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes then reduce heat to medium.
- Cook until onions are caramelized and rich, deep golden brown, about 25 minutes, stirring often. Turn heat to medium-low or add water if onions are dry or start to scorch before caramelizing.
- Add sugar, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper and red pepper flakes; cook 1 minute. Onions should be jammy and darkly caramelized when done. Remove to plate to cool.
- To make sandwiches: Spread out bread slices on flat surface. Spread thin layer of mayonnaise on one side of each bread slice.
- Turn four bread slices over and spread goat cheese on plain side. Top goat cheese with gruyere, even layer of beets, caramelized onions and arugula. Top with remaining bread, mayo side out. Secure with toothpicks, if desired.
- In large skillet over medium-low heat, melt 1 tablespoon butter with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add two sandwiches, cover and grill until bottom of bread is toasted, about 5-7 minutes, and cheese starts melting, checking often. Flip and cook, uncovered, until cheese is melted and bottom of bread is toasted.
- Repeat with remaining sandwiches.
3-Bean Tortellini MinestroneRecipe courtesy of “Joy of Eating”
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes
- 1 can (15 ounces) READ 3-Bean Salad
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 peeled garlic cloves, minced
- 2 pinches salt, plus additional to taste, divided
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, plus additional to taste, divided
- 3 small carrots, trimmed, peeled and diced
- 2 celery stalks, trimmed and diced
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 Parmesan rind (optional)
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 9-10 ounces refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 2 cups baby spinach
- jarred pesto, for serving (optional)
- Drain and rinse bean salad; set aside.
- In large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add onions, garlic and 1 pinch salt; saute until translucent, 3-4 minutes. Stir in Italian seasoning and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add carrots, celery and zucchini with remaining pinch salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are crisp tender, 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in tomatoes. Add Parmesan rind, if desired. Cook about 10 minutes until most tomato juice evaporates. Pour in vegetable broth. Bring to boil. Add tortellini; cook 2 minutes, or just until tender. Stir in bean salad and spinach. Cook 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- Season with additional salt and black pepper, to taste. Serve garnished with pesto, if desired.
To find more comforting meal ideas made for combatting the cold, visit AuntNellies.com and READSalads.com.
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First things first: I enjoy Panera oatmeal! It’s made perfectly with strawberries, cinnamon, etc. I don’t drink coffee so I get a fountain lemonade and, I’m usually with Rachael who gets a coffee which is self-serve. Sometimes, I add a sliced/toasted bagel to the order. All of it is great… EXCEPT FOR… collecting it all.
The pic says it all. Order at a spot OR at a kiosk and then the dance begins. You stand back and wait or maybe go get your fountain drink with the cup that they sometimes give you or sometimes are sitting on the counter that you didn’t know you were supposed to take. Then, you get the coffee because you want it to be somewhat hot when you get your food. Then, the text goes off, or they call your name that you bagel is now sliced at the front counter and then.. at some point… your hot food is done at the back counter.
It all seems so inefficient! Panera peeps.. do you not see that your customers are going through?
Oh.. and then I have to clean up and pretty much do my own dishes! You’re lucky your oatmeal is to die for.. YaJagoffs!
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Photos from the Living Treasures Wild Animal Park website
Feel the holiday spirit for one last time with an incredible experience at Living Treasures Wild Animal Park in Laurel Highlands. The park is illuminated with a festive array of lights and decorations that make this special event even more magical.
From Santa visits to carousel rides, there is something for everyone to enjoy. This is the final weekend to check out this amazing holiday light extravaganza.
Holiday lights begin at 5pm on January 6 and 7. There will be holiday light displays, decorations, and a light and sound show. There will also be petting, feeding, and viewing of reindeer and other members of their animal family.
- Over 900,000 bulbs
- 3 light and sound shows
- Light, sound, and fountain show
- Season passes are valid for event
- Photo boards throughout the park
Let the bright lights of Living Treasures transport you into a winter wonderland filled with amazing animals and seasonal fun! Rates are $13 for adults, $11 for seniors, $10 for children ages 3-11, and Children ages 2 and under are free.
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As you can see, this local gas establishment is busy. What you don’t see is that every pump is taken with a couple of cars waiting. Meantime, this driver of this car left their car sit next to a pump while they went in to use the bathroom OR take advantage of the “12 hot dogs, drink and a bag of chips for 9-cents” special.
If you need to take a leak, take a peak, get a lottery card, grab a Ding-Dong and a coffee or get the Instant-Laxative Hot Dog Special, move your vehicle (please), Ya Jagoff!!
Author’s Note: We suggest you pull your car over by the sometimes-working car vacuum. That way, if it IS working, we can POTENTIALLY have another Gasoline Station Jagoff post when someone rolls in to clean out their car right before they go pick up their boss for a ride-a-long and YOU’RE IN THE WAY!
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Summary: Pittsburgh Magazine named their 2022 Pittsburgher of the Year and it is Allegheny County Chief Executive, Rich Fitzgerald. We took a few minutes to sit with Rich and talk about his upcoming final year in office as he hits his term limit.
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The 802 Bean Company in Brookline has created a line of Christmas cocktails named after the Christmas Vacation movie.
Didn’t get the chance to try their Christmas Vacation inspired holiday drink menu yet? There is still time!
The photo above is the Aunt Bethany Italian soda. It’s lime syrup, ice, San Pellegrino sparkling water, and they drop in maraschino cherries to sub out the cat food!
Stop in and get it while you can! They are open 7 am – 4 pm.
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So, this picture shows that we got close… but no cigar!
Sure, someone realized that they needed more toilet paper. So much so, that they opened and started a new roll. But they didn’t complete the task! The toilet paper holder is clearly 12 inches, or less, from where the new roll of toilet paper is sitting!!
Finish the job, Ya Jagoff!!!
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Photos from the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust’s website
Get ready for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve experience this December 31st in Pittsburgh!
First Night Pittsburgh is an annual event celebrating the start of a new year with various exciting activities, performances, and fireworks. This year’s celebration will take place on December 31st, 2022, from 4:00 PM to Midnight in downtown Pittsburgh.
This year’s celebration is the 29th annual and the 20th year as a production of the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust.
The night begins with a grand opening ceremony featuring an impressive display of lights, music, and video projections. Then, enjoy theatrical performances such as dance and acrobatics as well as live music performances from local artists.
There will also be plenty of fun activities like carnival games and face painting in the Kids Zone area. The evening culminates with the arrival of the clock striking midnight, followed by spectacular fireworks lighting up the sky over Pittsburgh’s Downtown skyline!
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to welcome the new year with family and friends in style. With endless entertainment options and something for everyone to enjoy, First Night Pittsburgh is sure to be an unforgettable experience for all who attend.
Browse the entire lineup. Bring your friends and family for a night you won’t soon forget—see you there!
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My man!!
Well, let’s say it THIS way, my man has a bit of a felony history with the po-po. Recently, he crashed into an off-duty police car late at night. When the on-duty police came along to take a report, the handcuffed him and, somehow, he ended up getting into the front of a police car and, while handcuffed, ALLEGEDLY, tried to drive the police car away by using his CHIN!!! See full story on TribLive.com.
We’ve heard of chin music but never chin driving!
My man!! Love the creativity but sometimes, as our friend Martylin might say, it’s better to just stay in your box! Like, just take the basic DUI arrest and don’t go that extra mile… with your chin… Ya Jagoff!
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The last 2022 JeetJet from me is all about what food is supposed to be. Comforting, nurturing and enjoyable. I love the aromas and flavors to savor. One of the reasons for the season is the opportunity to prepare and share all the holiday goodies no matter what you celebrate.
Let’s start with the spices that are so nice to take dishes from to extraordinary. I am a big believer in minimizing the work and maximizing the enjoyment, so a simple tweak is doable, not daunting. On my list:
- Anise seed and extract to provide that licorice flavor.
- Cinnamon stick to add the comfort and aroma- add crumbled cinnamons stick to cider, tea, and coffee and certainly ground cinnamon adds a little spice and sweet to baked goods and oatmeal, as well as rice pilaf and sauces
- Ground cardamon brings a unique twist to the dish- and enhances curries, chai and baked goods as well as added to dry rubs for meat and even soups
- Grated orange peel/zest is the absolute best and my X-factor for baked goods, salads, salad dressings and even syrup or jam
Let’s not forget about the goodness of produce on the plate in this season of eating,.
Fennel has as lovely licorice taste and can be enjoyed shaved, mixed with greens and citrus for a light and colorful salad with a citrus vinaigrette or baked with Bechamel sauce and grated parmesan for a satisfying plant based entrée or side dish. Sprezzatura café features fennel gratin on their holiday menu.
Cardamon -orange coffee cake and pizzelles
Anise flavored pizzelles are a hallmark of the holidays in many households. If you are looking for a lovely sweet to kick off a holiday morning or any brunch, try a coffeecake with cardamon and orange zest. I used full fat Greek yogurt in place of the sour cream. I cannot take credit for the recipe BUT I will definitely be making this one again. https://www.goodlifeeats.com/cardamom-citrus-coffee-cake/#mv-creation-54-jtr
All-aboard the board trend. I decided to go with a base of ricotta and do two variation: savory and sweet.
For the savory board. I whipped a container of full fat ricotta with sea salt, cracked ground pepper and Italian seasoning and spread it on a slate board-I shaped the ricotta in the shape of a round holiday ornament. And on top of the ricotta I alternated a row of halved grape tomatoes, chopped orange peppers and pesto. I used fig/olive crackers for the dippers but you could certainly add some veggies too.
For the sweet board, I whipped a container of full fat ricotta with a little orange juice, honey and orange zest and shaped a Christmas tree. NOTE- not perfect!!!! I topped it with pomegranate arils and pistachios and sprinkled orange zest. The dippers are ginger cookies and mini biscotti and you could certainly add some apple and pear slices too.
Many of you may include an adult beverage or three at your holiday festivities. Here are some suggestions for drinks to warm you up on our cold winter’s night in the BRrrrrgh.
Peppermint tea is a great non caffeinated choice and you can up the mint game by stirring your tea with a candy cane. Hot cocoa mixes with peppermint oil added are grand, or make hot cocoa and stir with a candy cane. Add cinnamon stick and orange zest to tea or cider fo a pour that delivers more in great taste.
But most of all, enjoy this time of the year. The food does not have to be perfect. Factor in some down time for you and yours. Happy Holidays n@.
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Summary:We are back at full-podcasting mode… with a parking chair in hand.. At the Arsenal Beer Emporium. We sat right in the front entranceway and the front window while we played the regs with Leslie Bonci, Jess Iacullo and Vinnie Borrelli. Patrick from the emporium hosted us and Steel Mill Rising brought the music.
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A special video today! Santa has a special test to see if you’re on the naughty or nice list! Thx The Mall at Robinson!
Check out YouTube Page YouTube here for more videos.
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Who doesn’t like Rice Krispies Treats? Those simple little treats that taste soooo yummy. And just sprinkle a few green and red jimmies on them and boom.. Christmas cookie! Even when they are stale from sitting in a hot car or in a Ziploc baggie, always yummy. How hard can those things be to make? Here’s my experience with making them the first and only time I ever attempted a few years ago.
Figure 1This is NOT what I look like in the kitchen but, figured that it would get your attention.To start, I had spilled some of the Rice Krispies on the floor and counter as they overflowed from my 2-cup measuring thingy. I put the butter in a pan successfully but, had some residue on my fingers which made it almost impossible to tear open the marshmallow bags. So I used scissors to cut the stupid bag open and subsequently ate 3 large marshmallows to calm my nerves .
The recipe says, “Working quickly, add Rice Krispies cereal, and stir until the cereal is well coated,” you know, with the butter/marshmallow yummies.
This is where those simple, little son-of-a-$#@ cookies started working ME vs. me working them!
I grabbed a wooden spoon and started TRYING to mix. It became one big clump sticking to the wooden spoon. So I scraped the stuff off the wooden spoon with a spatula. Now I had one big clump of stuff sticking to TWO utensils. So, to free the utensils, I worked them back and forth like Emeril might do or like two little kids fighting wildly with light sabers.
I worked it… worked it … I was getting frustrated.. it’s not working! The recipe said work quickly so, I went in full force. I dropped the utensils (one of which falls to the floor for the dog) and dug in with my bare hands. This is the point at which I realize how HOT the mixture is and how it will not let go of the skin on my fingers and hands!!!
New step to consider inserting into recipe? Have bowl of ice-cold water and a burn-trauma surgeon close at hand to remove scalding mixture from bare hands.
Once the tar-like substance was cleaned from my skin (and some of my skin removed from its underlying skin) I dumped the bowl of semi-mixed butter/marshmallow/Rice Krispie substance in to a baking pan and used a rolling been to smash it into a flat surface. Yes, used waxed paper between the gooey substance and the rolling pin… I mean.. I’m not an idiot in the kitchen!
I let the pan of sugary molten lava (approximate temperature of what converts pig iron to liquid steel) sit and cool while I applied Aloe-burn salve, butter, oleo, Crisco and ice-packs to my hands. At that point, I started to realize how many things in the kitchen had the cement-like Rice Krispie mixture stuck to it from my “Oh, $h!t, my hands are on fire” dance. The fridge handles, the oven handle, the dish-drying towel and even the oven hood had to be scraped clean.
Within an hour.. the Rice Krispie treats were ready and the trauma was over! Some were ½ inch thick and some were 2” thick.
My one additional suggestion to the standard Rice Krispies Treat recipe after my experience? The very first step should be, “Go buy these sonzabitches somewhere or get your kids to eat vegetables, Ya Jagoffs!”
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Insider Eats is a brand-new start-up aiming to bring more access to authentic international food to Pittsburgh.
They are partnering with chefs from all over the world who now call Pittsburgh home. Exclusive dishes from the chefs’ native country are only available for takeout or delivery through Insider Eats.
You can get on their mailing list to stay updated and get the inside scoop on their next dish release. Visit https://www.insider-eats.com/.
Starting Wednesday, 12/14, and running through Sunday, 12/18, they are running an exclusive menu featuring authentic Peruvian cuisine from chef Shelbin Santos of Chicken Latino.
Order takeout or delivery through their website.
Here’s a little preview!
Peruvian Beef Lomo Saltado (stir-fried beef and onions) with yellow rice and crispy yuca. The word “saltado” means “jumping” in Spanish. This dish is actually a fusion recipe, combining the Asian stir-fry method of cooking with Peruvian ingredients. The flavors truly dance on your tongue!
Lechon, Cusco’s Festive Roast Pork Platter. Served with black beans and yellow rice, this dish brings a bit of familiarity along with surprising Peruvian flavors. Traditionally served for All Saints Day in Cusco. A squeeze of lime juice brings it all together!
Pollo a la Brasa (Peruvian Rotisserie Chicken) Combo served with black beans, yellow rice, and fried sweet plantains. The chicken is Chef Shelbin’s signature dish, made with her secret recipe with over 15 ingredients!
Not originally on Insider Eats’ special menu for this week, the Crispy Burrito is a show-stopper and couldn’t be missed! Stuffed with chicken, cheese, and Chef Shelbin’s blend of Peruvian spices! Served with guacamole, sour cream, and salsa.
Ashley CesarattoBorn and raised in Pittsburgh, Ashley Cesaratto is the Community Developer for Insider Eats, co-founder of the Facebook group Pittsburgh Foodies, freelance food writer, soprano in the Mendelssohn Choir of Pittsburgh, and full-time music teacher. When she’s not eating or singing, Ashley enjoys exploring the city, hiking, yoga, working out, traveling, hanging out with her two cats, and spending time with family and friends. Follow her on Instagram at @eatingwithashley.pgh.
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There’s a YaJagoff! beer thanks to North Country Brewing. And now, thanks to O’Neill Coffee in West Middlesex, Mercer County, for coffee lovers around the ‘Burgh, there will soon be a YaJagoff! coffee.
There is nothing better than a perfectly brewed cup of coffee. And you’ll find that this one-hundred percent sourced premium Black Arabica coffee is both flavorful and refreshing. What makes this coffee blend truly unique is its ability to appeal to both coffee aficionados and those who are just looking for a good cup of joe.
In other words, it’s the perfect blend for any occasion around tahn!
We are extremely proud to partner with O’Neill Coffee in West Middlesex, Mercer County, who created this awesome coffee profile for yinzers here and expats across the country to enjoy. From seed to cup, they roast the best coffees in the region.
Founded in 1951 by its namesake, Jim O’Neill set out to create the smoothest, richest cup anyone in Pennsylvania’s Shenango Valley had ever tasted. It didn’t take long before the uncommonly good flavor caught on, and soon he was loading up his delivery truck and serving the townspeople at local eateries, mills, schools and hospitals. Today, it is still family owned, and they begin with the finest beans the world has to offer. Just as Jim did in the early days, they roast their coffees with the utmost care, relying on the expertise of their roastmasters to tell them when the beans are ready. The result of all this painstaking precision is truly exceptional coffee, cup after cup, year after year.
OK.. the blah, blah fan fair is over. The name of the coffee is:
Marilyn Walsh has won the naming contest with Dahntahn Grahnd!
So get on it, this is not your parking PERKING spot, YaJagoffs!
By coffee HERE
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(Photos from https://oaklandpittsburgh.com/)
Brace yourself for an unforgettable experience as GLOWLAND takes over Oakland.
This month-long winter festival continues through this weekend. It is jam-packed with art installations, live music events, and illuminations that make you feel like you’re inside a fairytale. The event is free and open to all ages, so mark your calendars and get ready to immerse yourself in this enchanting celebration of art, light, and sound.
What can you expect?You will be able to marvel at the impressive light displays illuminating the streets of Oakland. From snowflake projections on buildings to interactive laser installations, these eye-catching works of art will bring out your inner child as you explore the illuminated pathways. With a magical color palette ranging from soft pastels to vibrant hues, these installations will captivate everyone who visits.
Music Festivals & MoreThe fun isn’t limited to visual wonders; those attending GLOWLAND can also look forward to musical performances from local artists that will fill the night air with joyous sounds. With genres ranging from EDM and hip-hop to folk and rock, there’s something for everyone at this month-long festival! Additionally, plenty of food stands will offer delicious snacks so you won’t go hungry.
Bring Your Friends & Family!The event is free for all ages, so don’t hesitate to bring your friends and family along! They can join in on the festivities and take pictures with the incredible light displays that adorn the streets of Oakland each evening. Plus, why turn it into a full-day outing by visiting some of Oakland’s renowned attractions like Phipps Conservatory or Carnegie Museum before making your way over to GLOWLAND?
GLOWLAND promises a unique experience unlike anything else in Pittsburgh this winter season – one filled with creative art installations and colorful lights that will have your eyes dancing around every corner. So make sure to take advantage of this mesmerizing opportunity throughout Oakland! Bring along your family and friends for an evening of enchantment that none of you will soon forget!
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Ok.. a gift guide usually give ya a bunch of items that you can get from various websites or physical locations but… we’re jagoffs and we’re just showing you OUR stuff.. because their pretty awesome.
- Yinz Lidz made us a beanie cap. It will keep your head warm this winter and is a great stocking stuffer.
- O’Neill Coffee made us the YaJagoff coffee. It will keep your insides warm this winter and is a great stocking stuffer.
- Mary Mac Bakehouse made us our 6th annual parking chair Christmas ornament. It’s the best one yet and.. well.. you guessed it.. it is a great stocking stuffer!
Go to our store HERE to order!! Hurry.. you need stocking stuffers.. YaJagoffs!
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Summary: Just before they started their final rehearsal for the big Holiday Show, John and Rachael “zoomed” with the guys about Christmas wishes, Santa and, of course, the new not-safe-for-work Christmas video and their new Christmas album.
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We’ve all seen it. There’s pee on the public or home toilet seat but nobody admits to it knowing how it got there.
Somehow this odd phenomenon occurs but, the phenomenon of an adult taking responsibility and cleaning up after themselves seems to be missing. Which, by the way “missing” seems to be the overall issue here doesn’t it?
Now, if there’s a grandpap in your house or that used the toilet before you, the picture above may acceptable and all bets are off.
Consider this an open letter to the men having a tough time with aim. For this pic in a local public restroom, it looks like someone was doing the Hokey Pokey while they’re peeing because of all the pee trickles all over the floor, wall and toilet.
So secret toilet pee monster, paleeeeeeze use a few squares of toilet paper and clean up after yourself or I will start praying that your cell phone drops in the toilet while you’re simultaneously trying to text and pee ya secret toilet monster Jagoffs!
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Wake up and smell the coffee, ya jagoff, ya don’t walk around the store and sip it…especially if ya haven’t paid for it!
Guilty for grabbing a Tootsie Roll that used to loosely sit at Kuhn’s for any and every candy lover to snag a piece or two. You were supposed to put dimes into the slot….they weren’t shopping courtesy gifts. My mom would realize I had a few and stuff a dollar in the box on the regular.
But my man Joe, not his REAL name but he needed a cup of it that badly, was just meandering through the Sheetz dining room with his cup. Police noticed and asked him when he was going to purchase, and his reply was that it was free since he was a veteran. They asked for his military ID. It was in his vehicle, which was towed the day before. C’MON JOE!
I mean the coffee is good, but a hot cup of guilt is really shomething at Sheetz, ya jagoff!
Full story WTAE.com
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Colder, shorter days call for a little comfort. Cozying up with a hearty meal on brisk winter evenings can help fight off the chill while savoring your favorite flavors alongside the ones you love.
Avoid venturing into the cold for a trip to the store by turning to a pantry staple like sweet potatoes. As one of the most versatile veggies, they’re easy to add to various recipes while enhancing flavor and nutrition. Perfectly suitable for simple and elevated dishes, they can be baked, microwaved, grilled, slow-cooked, or prepared on the stove, so their sweet taste never goes out of style.
When your family needs a warm-up on those frosty days, put sweet potatoes at the center of mealtime (with an added kick) in this Jalapeno Sweet Potato Chowder. Loaded with the flavors of winter comfort, it’s a filling meal that makes enough for a crowd, so no one goes hungry.
Watch the video to see how to make this recipe!Jalapeno Sweet Potato ChowderServings: 6
- 2 large North Carolina sweet potatoes, baked
- 1 small onion, 1/4-inch diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 quart chicken or vegetable stock
- 2 cups cooked chicken, cubed
- 1 1/2 cups whole corn kernels
- 2 teaspoons minced jalapenos
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- chopped scallions for garnish
- Peel baked sweet potatoes; discard skin and puree.
- In a soup pot, saute onion in butter until softened. Add pureed sweet potato and stock, as desired. Bring to a boil, reducing the liquid slightly.
- Add chicken, corn, jalapenos, heavy cream, and salt. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- To serve, ladle into bowls and garnish with chopped scallions.
Visit ncsweetpotatoes.com to find more comforting meal ideas.
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NEW VIDEO: ICYMI… here’s a summary of the “Not Your Average Holiday Parade, N’at” parade with Q92.9 FM. Thx again to Screenmobile of Northwest Pittsburgh, North Country Brewing Cannery & Taproom, Mancini’s Bakery, Millie’s (Wexford) and Ashley Marina, Bastard Bearded Irishmen, Hungry Jess Big City, Totally 80’S, The Block Northway, Sorgatron Media, Mark Ferrari.
Check out the full parade on YouTube here.
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We may start a new word: kitchtique. Catchy? It is a unique, kitchen and boutique combo, and the Kitchen by Vangura is the inspiration for our jag name.
Self-described as a one-of-a-kind cooking class venue and onsite cookware retail space, Vangura resides in Irwin, or the original western terminus of the Pennsylvania Turnpike when it opened in October 1940.
The Kitchen by Vangura has been hosting a cooking and learning series since 2016 where folks can sample bourbon or make cookies, as well as partake in a hands-on how-to of southern style cooking with a Savor the South cooking class. A couple of favorites include the Titanic themed dinners and the 90’s theme.
Basically, your ticket to the kitchen includes a chef-taught guided learning sesh while you sample the goods, usually in multiple courses. With a list of featured chefs, unique dishes to learn to make and taste test, and a breathtaking environment, who wouldn’t ask where ya at?!
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Ok..we’ve seen this place before on our blog. This is a public park that includes grassy areas, trees, etc and, of course, this hockey deck that kids play on every evening. And, if you didn’t already realize, that is dog poop on the deck.
I enjoy taking my dog to the deck, throwing the ball around and getting him some exercise while I stand around and eat a doughnut! The oddest part is, not to get into too many gross details, this is like a partial poop.. like… they picked SOME of it up but left 3 tootsie rolls there!
Hey Messy Marty, the kids play here! Clean up after you dog Ya Jagoff!!!
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Summary:
We did it!! Our second YaJagoff holiday parade.. Officially known as the “Not Your Average Holiday Parade N’at” parade held at The Block Northway! The weather kinda held out for us and we had a great time with our Q peeps!
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Five years ago, our bud B-Mark started a thing. And then it kinda went crazy with various followers upping the game in spelling the word/phrase Jagoff or YaJagoff at in-store displays. Riff’s son, pictured above, was so proud that he posed with his fine work!
Soooooooooooo… let’s do this again. And, the week before Christmas, we will let you all vote on who did the best out of 5 selected (by our committee of misfits) and should win a prize!
(Does the excitement for this give ya a little pee-trickle???)
Here’s the challenge… should you choose to accept it! This Holiday season, find letter thingies in PUBLIC places and get the letters rearranged to say yaJagoff! Then, take a pic and send it to rachael@yajagoff.com or john@yajagoff.com. Subject Line: CONTEST.
Are ya up for the challenge? Remember, don’t be a jagoff and deface anything! Just have some good fun. Be proud! Take a selfie with your proud work! C’mon, get at it. And, when you submit the photo, tell us what city and state it was.
So go load up your pockets with camera film and flash cubes.. get some JAGOFFS pics, Ya Jagoffs!
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Why did I keep hearing the fire fighter song just stop, drop and roll while driving behind the dump truck of dirt, debris and disgusting other things? ‘Cuz it kept […]
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Who knew? Pittsburgh is sending things to the moon! @Astrobotic is engineering it all and you can get some hands on experience from the Moonshot Museum! Thanks Sam Moore for […]
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Without a traditional Pittsburgh holiday parade, and following last year’s fake holiday parade, prepare for this year’s parade appropriately titled THE NOT YOUR AVERAGE HOLIDAY PARADE N’AT, YAJAGOFF! This year’s […]
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Don’t throw rocks ..when you live in a glass house… and don’t ask the cops to “hurry up” with your traffic stop if ya ALLEGEDLY have something to hide! Here’s […]
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Summary: We took our contest winners, Johnna, Jen and Brenda to The Mall at Robinson for their big day! Larry from Rohrich Honda went with us to Burgettstown to pick […]
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Research actually shows (at least our Institute of Jagoffery research shows) can be the start of a health kick….because it would seem that most people would give up their smoke […]
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Sometimes, things can be jagoffs. Not just people. Today, I’m calling out my iPhone that keep losing it’s apps. It never fails, when I am ready to order a Primanti […]
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Comfort—what does that word mean to you? To me, it is a cuddly blanket, being surrounded by close friends and family, and sitting down to a great bowl of soup! […]
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Summary: WPXI sports anchor, Jenna Harner, The Incline’s Colin Williams and one of our fave musicians, Jess Klein met us at a non-descript building in the south side. Once inside, […]
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Man! What a way to start the holiday season… a bad way! Decorations vandalized. From KDKA-TV “This is not an ordinary holiday setup. This display is put together every year […]
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Hi all! Not “jagoffery” to report today. How crazy is it that we are on our 6th annual YaJagoff! Pittsburgh Parking Chair ornament? You know the lure of the chair. […]
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Before the big meal, gifts, and cherished moments at the family table, almost every holiday party starts with an important tradition: talking about the Stillers. Oh, and also, breaking the […]
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The first Saturday in December remains parade-like but in a parking lot with unique fanfare! Without a traditional Pittsburgh holiday parade, and following last year’s fake holiday parade, prepare for […]
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If you’re a pet lover, mark your calendars for Nov. 18-20, when the Pet Expo comes to Pittsburgh! This three-day event will be held at the David L. Lawrence Convention […]
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One 1/2 day of snow and we already have a jagoff catch! Can the driver see out of the back window? So what do you think THIS driver’s excuse was […]
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Summary: The jags gathered for ice cream and cookies and to talk about Cookies Cookie Ice Cream’s special mission which is inclusive! Jerad Bachar of Visit Pittsburgh and the wild […]
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If we pick your name entry, you will win ten bags of the coffee! The back story: We have a YaJagoff beer thanks to North Country Brewing. Now, thanks to […]
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GET YOUR AIRHORNS READY! John and Rachael are jaggin’ around with Koppers President and CEO, Leroy Ball, at the 2022 #ZeroHarm Truck Driving Championship. 10 truck drivers from around the […]
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Cool, crisp days (which are coming soon!) call for comfort foods, like the classic flavors of traditional Italian cooking. Whether you’re Italian by heritage or simply by heart, learning the […]
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As you know, we typically are pointing out jagoffs.. people doing dumb things. Today is different. Jennifer Colarossi, needs our help. See below from the Trib. While delivering the Trib, […]
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You may have heard of the Frick Park Market, Point Breeze from the late Mac Miller! But, don’t just listen about it in song or look at these pics on […]
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We’re taking 4 people Black Friday shopping again. Door-to-door service with some special gifts and lunch. Thanks to the Mall at Robinson 4 friends are going to have a great shopping […]
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This blog comes under the heading…. “Don’t you know that there are cameras everywhere these days?” This is a story seen on KDKA-TV. A “woman of interest” is seen tearing […]
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As you gather with loved ones for the holidays, you can enhance the magic of the season by adding Chispa – a special spark – to your dinner table. It’s […]
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Thanks to Jason Sauer of Pittsburgh’s Most Wanted Fine Art and Josh Decker of TrackShot Live, John and Rachael had a chance to experience driving their own demolition derby car… […]
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Photo courtesy of The Jimmy Stewart Museum The Jimmy Stewart Museum in Indiana County is the perfect place to explore during the holidays. This museum is dedicated to the life […]
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This is our cubicle at Q 92.9 . We’re never there so we haven’t had time to decorate it. All that’s there are 4 sets of headphones and some YaJagoff.com […]
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Summary: Last week was Go-Karts! This week demolition derby cars. John and Rachael go behind the scenes of one of the biggest demolition derby events in Western Pennsylvania. Jason Sauer […]
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OK. We have all left a phone or maybe a wallet somewhere. Usually, we back track or use a phone-finder app and are relieved when we retrieve that important item. […]
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I am a total Dollar Store visitor. DO NOT take me as an anti bargain bin jagoff. (Just make sure you say Dollar with a thick dubya instead of 2 […]
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John and Rachael took Monica from Q 92.9 FM to Three Rivers Karting in Leetsdale! Monica and John raced while Rachael narrated!
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Happy Filipino American Month! How about a bibingka to celebrate? The name comes from the Hokkien root word “bi or ‘uncooked grain.’ Known to be eaten as a dessert, but […]
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If you’re a LEGO fan, then Brick Fest Live is your dream come true! On Saturday, October 29, and Sunday, October 30, 2022, you can visit one of the nation’s […]
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Here’s the tweet that explains this photo of jagoffery perfectly. Jag off Parker of the week – jag off who parks over the curb cut next to a disability agency […]
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Summary: Go karting, axe throwing, arcade games, oh my! Three Rivers Karting has it all and we got to experience it this weekend with host and director of marketing and […]
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The 5th Annual David Alan Celebrity Charity Fashion Show benefitting Cuddles For Kids & Steel City Impact is this Saturday, September 10. This year’s Celebrity Fashion Show will be held […]
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We realize that this blog is s’posed to be about people making the rest of of Pittsburghers look bad by being dumb criminals, stupid politicians, bad drivers, etc. but this […]
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Summary: Jaggin’ on the Dock of Bay 41 this week. Ben Herring of Bay 41, Jody Steinberger and his service dog Nick, David Alan of David Alan Clothing, Pittsburgh Smokehouse […]
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Is this the right way to move your couch? Maybe they are NOT moving! Maybe their vacuum broke, the in-laws were coming over and they had no other way to […]
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Pittsburgh’s Soul Food Festival, “A Soulful Taste of the Burgh,” returns this weekend! This annual festival honors and celebrates the long rich history of Entrepreneurship and the Black Food Service […]
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This again? This driver has a little bit of the “I-got-my-nice-car-so-I’m-gonna-park-it-wherever-I-please” attitude? Again, parked perfectly so you know that they knew what was up. Maybe they thought the stripes on […]
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Photo courtesy of the Acrisure Website The Kickoff and Rib festival is back! Stop by the newly named Acrisure Stadium Sept. 1-5 and enjoy 5 days of football, the best […]
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Is this one of those new trucks that, can pop a wheelie and drive vertical? Nope! Does this look like your overweight uncle’s buttoned-down, button-whole-stressed shirt that’s too small for […]
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Summary: Mindfulness, open convos and being zen is top of mind at Open Up, a studio focused on teaching mindfulness and movement practices, centering people with disabilities with user design […]
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What in the H_ _ _ is happening here? Before we get started on the rant, just wanted to let yinz all know that the car was NOT designated as […]
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