Blog Archives
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#bioPGH Blog: Ladybugs
North America has over 500 species of native ladybugs, but some introduced species have cause a bit of a nuisance - let's explore!
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5 Ways to Brighten Up Your Next Backyard Barbecue
Too many hotdogs and hamburgers making you feel lethargic? Check out these easy 5 tips on how to brighten up your next backyard barbecue, veggie style!
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This Week at Phipps: Aug. 27 – Sept. 2
There's always something new to see and do at Phipps! This weekly blog post provides a run-down of the latest happenings so you can plan your visit. Events listed below require no advance registration unless noted...
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What We’re Cooking With Now: Beet Greens
Looking for adventure in the kitchen? Our monthly What We're Cooking with Now post features a fresh produce ingredient, explains how to find the market's finest, and includes a recipe to try at home. Beet Greens Why: Beet...
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#bioPGH Blog: The Trees of Pittsburgh
Trees change the dynamic of a city and its people, and they have an incredible impact on everything from public health to economics - let's explore!
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This Week at Phipps: Aug. 20 – 26
There's always something new to see and do at Phipps! This weekly blog post provides a run-down of the latest happenings so you can plan your visit. Events listed below require no advance registration unless noted...
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#bioPGH Blog: Jewelweed
There is more than meets the eye to this pod-popping plant with bright orange flowers. Let’s explore!
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Meet LMP’s New Program Coordinator, Maris Altieri!
Let’s Move Pittsburgh had the pleasure to sit down with Maris Altieri and discuss her new role as Let's Move Pittsburgh’s Program Coordinator. Read on to learn about Maris!...
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Meet a Scientist: Nadia Jones and Jennifer Jones
Jen Jones and Nadia Jones will be in Palm Court on Saturday, August 18, from 1:30-3:30 pm; be sure to stop by!
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This Week at Phipps: Aug. 13 – 19
There's always something new to see and do at Phipps! This weekly blog post provides a run-down of the latest happenings so you can plan your visit. Events listed below require no advance registration unless noted...
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Food in the News: The Avocado Craze
America is in love with avocados. Our country’s appetite for the creamy, savory fruit has exploded — prompting home cooks, celebrity chefs, and fast food restaurateurs to reinvent-the-wheel. Fortunately, no matter how...
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#bioPGH Blog: Eastern Screech Owl
Maybe you have heard the ghostly whinny of this small but mighty owl. They are tough to spot, and they have impressive adaptations for life as a nocturnal hunter.
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Ask Ginger: How to Prepare Tofu
Read on to learn about a few simple, tasty ways to prepare tofu!
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This Week at Phipps: Aug. 6– 12
There's always something new to see and do at Phipps! This weekly blog post provides a run-down of the latest happenings so you can plan your visit. Events listed below require no advance registration unless noted...
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#bioPGH Blog: Black Raspberries
Wild black raspberries are quite a sweet treat of summer, but they are also important ecologically. Let's explore!