Pittsburgh 2008 Official Visitors Guide - (Page 7) Ready To Party! Re-United 250 This year, coming home to Pittsburgh and Its Countryside is better than ever. Whether you’re from Pittsburgh or just wish you were, reunions here are perfect for anyone who wants to be greeted with warmth and treated to good, old-fashioned family hospitality. Plan your 2008 reunion in Pittsburgh. All the amenities are here to make it the best get-together you’ve ever had. Corporations, universities, associations, organizations and families are invited to re-unite during Pittsburgh’s 250th anniversary in 2008, when lots of events and activities are planned for the celebration. If you’re planning a get-together in 2008 – bring your reunion to Pittsburgh! VisitPittsburgh can help! Festival of Lights Be dazzled! Between October 4 and November 30, downtown Pittsburgh shines during a one-of-a-kind artistic lighting event designed by noted French artist Lucette de Rugy, who worked magic downtown in 2007. Buildings throughout the city and Oakland are being illuminated like never before – think music and motion – creating another reason for people to come and enjoy the great performance art, galleries, restaurants and activities. You won’t want to miss this: It’ll light you up! Community Connections Celebration events and projects in communities across the region are happening throughout 2008. Check out www.imaginepittsburgh.com to keep up with all that is going on around the region! Parade of Champions The Federated Investors Parade of Champions, a 250th Celebration, pays tribute to Pittsburgh’s rich athletic heritage as the “City of Champions.” The weekend of June 20-22 is dedicated to each of the three pro teams – Pittsburgh Steelers, Pirates and Penguins. A veritable “who’s who” of Pittsburgh Sports Hall of Famers, hometown heroes return to the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum at the Senator John Heinz History Center to reunite with their fans during this once-in-a-lifetime celebration. Pittsburgh: A Tradition of Innovation What do Big Macs, Bingo and the Ferris Wheel have in common? All of these innovations were created in the Pittsburgh area. Learn more about these “firsts” and many others at a new permanent exhibition opening in November 2008 at the Heinz History Center. Pittsburgh: A Tradition of Innovation supports Pittsburgh’s claim as a center for innovators and inventors. 1-877-LOVE PGH 7 http://www.imaginepittsburgh.com
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