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The White House is in Tahn

First Lady Jill Biden and US Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg are stopping in Pittsburgh today. We’re one of five cities receiving federal support for apprenticeships and job training in robotics, and the pair are low-key campaigning for the President’s re-election. [WTAE / White House]

Wilkinsburg Can’t Merge With Pgh — Yet

Borough residents tried using an old 1903 rule to initiate Wilkinsburg’s annexation into the City of Pittsburgh, but the Commonwealth Court says it must be done through a majority referendum vote from both Wilkinsburg and Pittsburgh residents. [90.5 WESA]

How Is Pgh Affected By the Hollywood Strike?

The Screen Actors Guild in Los Angeles is striking at the same time as the Writers Guild for the first time since 1960 for what the union calls “income erosion, AI exploitation, and abusive self-tape demands.” About 5,000 locals are employed full time in the entertainment industry, and the strike will likely delay Pittsburgh-filmed series like “A league of Their Own,” “American Rust” and “Mayor of Kingstown.” [Pittsburgh Magazine]

• 🎧 Learn about Pittsburgh’s roots as a union town. [City Cast Pittsburgh]

UPMC Children’s To Expand Its Heart Institute

The Lawrenceville hospital got approval from the city to add a 50,000-square-foot addition on top of an existing parking lot for inpatient and outpatient spaces, conference areas, and reception rooms. The Heart Institute cares for children, as well as adults with child-born congenital heart problems. [TribLIVE]

• Children’s Hospital is in the running for “America’s Most Beautiful Hospitals,” along with The Children’s Home of Pittsburgh. [TribLIVE]

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🌳 Nature Connect Yoga | Wednesday | 6-7 p.m.

Stretch and connect with your surroundings in Frick Park, starting with a short hike from 3 Rivers Outdoor Co. [free, Regent Square]

🎤 Open Mic Night | Wednesday | 6:30 p.m.

Show off your music, comedy, or poetry talents at Inner Groove Brewing. [free, Allentown]

🗨️ The Network Factory IV | Friday | 4:30-7:30 p.m.

Mingle with locals at The Warhol Academy's networking series, like the team behind Barrel & Flow Fest. [free, North Side]

🌱 Zucchini Festival | Friday | 4-6 p.m.

Celebrate all things summer squash with Grow Pittsburgh at Braddock Farm. [free, Braddock]

Titty Sphinx Stickers, Jalapeño Hannah Merch & More July Gifts

If the summer heat has your friends and loved ones feeling a little cranky, why not surprise ‘em with a nice local gift? The City Cast team is sharing our top Pittsburgh merch, treats, and activities for all your July celebrations. From patterned shirts that look like PAT (er — PRT) bus seats to sunset kayaking trips, we’ve got recommendations for all your favorite locals.