🛍️ Don’t miss these May markets

Steelers Likely To Keep Aaron Rodgers

The team extended an unrestricted free agent contract on quarterback Aaron Rodgers before Monday's postdraft deadline. This rarely-used method allows the Steelers to get another draft pick if Rodgers decides to join another team. The Steelers will also have exclusive negotiating rights if he doesn’t sign with another team before July 22 or the start of training camp. If Rodgers re-signs, he’ll be offered a $15 million season salary. [ESPN]

ICE Sets Up Second Pgh Office

Federal immigration enforcement has been discreetly expanding with a new office in Findlay Township, but Department of Homeland Security officials would not disclose what exactly the space is being used for. The property — leased for nearly $600,000 a year through 2030 — is in addition to ICE’s field office on the South Side. [🔒 Post-Gazette]

NFL Draft Boosted Pgh Biking

Over three days, locals and visitors took 11,300 rides using POGOH, Pittsburgh’s bike share system. Keep on rolling around the city with a single ride, day pass, or annual membership — there are adaptive bikes available for rent, too. [POGOH / City Cast Pittsburgh]

• Not sure where to start? Bike Pittsburgh shares their best tips for navigating the city, from trails to road traffic. [City Cast Pittsburgh]

Yinzers Can Hold A Grudge

Pittsburghers love to hate on our foes — like our current NHL playoff rivals across the state 😜 But there are so many local personalities and entities that’ve drawn our ire, from a certain healthcare giant to the soon-to-be-former owners of the Post-Gazette. We’re debating who qualifies as a local villain and which ones deserve our rage. [City Cast Pittsburgh]

Many of Pittsburgh’s best food and craft markets are returning this month. Celebrate the season with vendors selling plants, vintage clothing, homemade wares, small-batch food, and more.

Garfield Night Market

May 1 & June 5

Unblurred first Fridays just got even better! Garfield Night Market is back on N. Pacific Avenue during the monthly art crawl in Bloomfield and Garfield. Shop for homemade goods, hear live music, and celebrate the creative energy in the neighborhood until the sun goes down.

Spring Artists Market

May 2

Stop by the Pittsburgh Center for Arts & Media in Shadyside for their annual artists market featuring glass works, woven bags, wooden cutting boards, art prints, ceramic items, and more. Los Gallitos food truck and Jackworth Ginger Beer will keep you refreshed with food and drinks.

Bloomfield Saturday Market

First and third Saturdays starting May 2

The bi-weekly farmers and crafts market is coming back to Liberty Avenue. Get everything you need for the week ahead, like locally-grown produce, coffee, meat, cheese, and more — plus lots of hot and cold food ready to eat. Don’t leave without a bouquet from Sol Patch Garden or treats from Jak’s Bakery.

Neighborhood Flea

May 10

Head to SouthSide Works for the return of this popular open-air pop-up market. You’ll find local vendors selling food, vintage clothing, handmade goods, art prints, and more. It runs monthly on Sundays from May to October, with special events in Schenley Plaza. (Every time I’m there, I have to get a slice from Piebird.)

Sweetwater Blooms

May 16

Sewickley’s Sweetwater Center for the Arts is celebrating its 50th anniversary, making it the perfect time to check out their seasonal market series with artists, makers, food vendors, and more. Don’t leave without some delicious local treats and a bouquet of fresh flowers.