90.5 WESA: Social Club

Need to know what to do this weekend when your best friend from your 1980 Girl Scout Troop shows up? Sarah, Josh and Rachel have you covered. 90.5 WESA digital editor (and podcast producer!) Sarah Kovash with Rachel Carlson, the enigmatic muscle behind Yelp 's Pittsburgh arm, and Josh Raulerson of the Pennsylvania Environmental Council sift through each weekend's events and trends so you don't have to. Now you can automatically get the skinny on what to do each weekend in and around Pittsburgh by subscribing to this podcast here . Have a suggestion or question? Email S arah . Music by famous-guy Pittsburgher Josh Mobley .

Pour One Out In The Monongahela: Social Club Signs Off

It's a sad day for the Social Club gang, this is our final episode. We're so grateful to everyone who's listened over the last few years and hope to share Pittsburgh happenings in a new format one day, too. So, for one last time, 90.5 WESA's Sarah Kovash, Josh Raulerson and Rachel Carlson of Yelp Pittsburgh fill you in on what's happening this weekend. You can nosh on some local treats, check out cooking demonstrations and check out local businesses at Farm to Table Pittsburgh at the David L.

03-24
12:51

Don't Look For Anyone Stomping Grapes At Pittsburgh Winery: Social Club, March 10

Get out your best green garb for the parade and St. Patrick’s Day parties this weekend. But before guzzling down some green beers, Social Club’s Sarah Kovash, Josh Raulerson and Rachel Carlson of Yelp Pittsburgh check out Pittsburgh Winery in the Strip District. Syma Hajian joins us to talk about what’s new at the winery – and how they don’t actually make wine by stomping grapes with their feet (yes, she’s heard that “I Love Lucy” joke already). It’s actually a popular music venue and Hajian

03-07
23:05

We Get You Through The Winter Blues: Social Club Feb. 17

It may be the middle of winter, but that doesn’t mean you can’t find anything fun to do! WESA’s Sarah Kovash, Josh Raulerson and Rachel Carlson of Yelp Pittsburgh have you covered for a weekend full of fashionable – and tropical outings. Start the weekend early with the Carnegie Museum of Art’s Third Thursday: A Celebration of Iris van Herpen . You can check out the museum’s newest exhibit, featuring unique clothing by the Dutch fashion designer. Many of the pieces are a marriage of fashion,

02-14
12:08

East End Brewing Helps Plan Your Valentine's Day: Social Club Feb. 2

This week, 90.5 WESA’s Sarah Kovash, Josh Raulerson of the Pennsylvania Environmental Council and Rachel Carlson of Yelp Pittsburgh travel to East End Brewing’s new tap room in the Strip District. While sipping on some brews, owner Scott Smith talks about all the work that goes into his carefully crafted beers and the delights of being in the Strip District (hello Gaucho takeout!) You can also hear more about brewing and beer making at East End’s “Between two Fermenters” talk at the taproom

02-07
32:37

We're All About '80s Night & Craft Beer: Social Club Jan. 26

It’s another weekend full of beer, wine and … Miami Vice? WESA’s Sarah Kovash, Rachel Carlson of Yelp Pittsburgh and Josh Raulerson of the Pennsylvania Environmental Council fill you in on what’s happening in the ‘Burgh this weekend. Start your Friday with some maple beer at Wigle Whiskey’s Strip District distillery . The local whiskey makers paired up with Latrobe’s Four Seasons Brewery to create Old Sap. Wigle says, “we distilled Old Sap from malt and maple syrup before aging the spirit for

01-27
25:18

Beer, Sumo & Groundhogs Make For A Great Weekend: Social Club Jan. 20

This weekend's gonna be weird. WESA's Sarah Kovash, Josh Raulerson of the PA Environmental Council and Yelp Pittsburgh's Rachel Carlson are back with the interesting ... things happening about town this weekend. If you just can’t wait for Groundhog Day next month, head to Penn Brewery Friday night ! The *real* Punxsutawney Phil will be there, as well his namesake beer, Punxsutawney Philsner (yay puns!) While you’re there, try some of their dang good pierories. And if you love beers and want to

01-20
20:40

Social Club: Wear Your Ugly Sweater While You Finish That Last Minute Shopping

We know you’re itching to get a few more miles out of your favorite ugly holiday sweater and squeeze in some last-minute holiday shopping. That’s why 90.5 WESA’s Sarah Kovash, Yelp Pittsburgh’s Rachel Carlson and Josh Raulerson of the PA Environmental Council have you covered. Kick off your weekend with some cross-holiday fun at Wigle Whiskey in the Strip District for their Chrismukkah whiskey release. The distillery will debut its Northern Exposure (aged in maple barrels!) whiskey and the

12-16
22:41

Social Club: Fill Up On Cookies And Start Your Holiday Shopping

We’re back from the holiday! WESA’s Sarah Kovash, Rachel Carlson of Yelp Pittsburgh and Josh Raulerson of the PA Environmental Council took a two-week hiatus to stuff their faces, find the best pizza costumes and relax. So now, we’ve got all the local happenings to get you ready for the holidays … or holidaze, as Rachel puts it. You can start the celebration with some cookies on the Lawrenceville Cookie Tour . Don’t worry if you missed the kick off Thursday, you can enjoy cookies while you shop

12-02
21:52

Treat Yourself: Social Club November 11th

Election Day is over and you deserve a fun weekend. How about some chocolate, drinks and shopping? WESA’s Sarah Kovash, Yelp Pittsburgh’s Rachel and Josh Raulerson are here to fill you in on the weekend activities you need to know!

11-11
20:35

Would You Like A Side Of Magic With Your Weekend Activities? Social Club November 4

Candy time may be over but that doesn’t mean the fun has to end! WESA’s Josh and Sarah and Yelp Pittsburgh’s Rachel are battling their post-Halloween sugar highs and are here to let you know about all the fun events going on this weekend, with a side of magic.

11-04
22:30

This Is Halloween: Social Club October 28

BOO! Halloween is finally here. WESA’s Josh and Sarah and Yelp Pittsburgh’s Rachel are here with all the spooky details for this weekend! We’ll tell you where to go to celebrate Halloween, plus read on for a creepy story about the Pittsburgh Community Broadcast Center.

10-28
19:13

The Pros And Cons Of Bobbing For Apples: Social Club October 21

We have all been there before. You are about to bob for apples when you start wondering how sanitary that water actually is. But you know what is even scarier than that water? Bad beer. WESA’s Josh and Sarah and Yelp Pittsburgh’s Rachel are here to let you know where you can get some good drinks this weekend and where you can bob for apples…if you dare!

10-21
14:33

Cats With Hats- And Other Thoughts From Greta: Social Club October 14

Greta, Josh’s daughter, joined WESA’s Sarah and Yelp Pittsburgh’s Rachel for Social Club. Hear about the fun events going on in Pittsburgh this weekend and learn some words of wisdom from Greta.

10-14
16:39

We Need To Talk About Your Halloween Costume: Social Club October 7

How is your transition to fall going? Have you fully submersed yourself in everything pumpkin? Don’t panic, but if you don’t have a costume by now (Rachel), you are running out of time! Luckily, WESA’s Josh and Sarah and Yelp Pittsburgh’s Rachel are here to tell you all the events that will distract you from your lack of costume and get you into the fall spirit!

10-07
24:21

'Go Shorty, It's Your Birthday': Social Club September 30

Happy Birthday Josh! It’s Josh’s birthday weekend and Social Club is ready to celebrate. WESA’s Sarah and Yelp Pittsburgh’s Rachel have put together a weekend filled with beer, brunch and tacos for Josh. Care to join?

09-30
21:32

Last Chance To Go Outside: Social Club September 23

Let’s face it. Winter is coming and these next few weekends could be your last chance to go outside. It’s just like Stanley Tucci said; fall is only good for about two weeks. WESA’s Josh and Sarah and Yelp Pittsburgh’s Rachel are here to make sure you are able to thoroughly enjoy the last few good-weather weekends we have.

09-23
18:36

Plastic Combs & Cheesy Photo Backdrops, Social Club Heads Back To School: Social Club Sept. 16

So, how does one move a large ship across land? That question has WESA’s Josh Raulerson, Sarah Kovash and Rachel Carlson of Yelp Pittsburgh stumped. Luckily, there’s plenty of stuff happening in the ‘Burgh this weekend, so you don’t have to spend all week on the couch googling the answer to that one. Friday night, you can kick off the weekend with Oktoberfest at Penn Brewery . The annual event comes back for two weekends, starting Sept. 16. Fill up on beer, pretzels and more from 5 p.m. to

09-16
21:46

Please, We Know Guac Is Extra: Social Club September 9

Let’s take a trip around the world. A food trip that is! This weekend is a foodie-lovers dream here in the ‘burgh and WESA’s Josh and Sarah and Yelp Pittsburgh’s Rachel are here to guide you through it.

09-09
18:59

Just Around The (Three) Riverbend: Social Club September 2

It is Labor Day weekend! Are you lucky enough to have a three-day weekend? If so, WESA’s Josh and Sarah and Yelp Pittsburgh’s Rachel are here to fill you in on the weekend’s fun activities, here in Pittsburgh and just around the (three) riverbend!

09-02
20:32

The Truth Is Out There: Social Club August 26

The truth is out there and WESA’s Josh and Sarah are putting on their Mulder and Scully hats to let you know all the weird things happening in Pittsburgh. They want you to join them in their investigations of the weird and paranormal. Do you choose to join them? They are without the help of Yelp Pittsburgh’s Rachel this week but no fears, WESA’s Megan Harris is here to join you in tracking down the strange and odd this weekend. Cue the X-Files theme music and let’s begin.

08-26
23:55

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