I rented a birthday cake bounce house for my son's birthday party. It was great. The staff that…read moreanswered the phone was friendly and helpful. She answered every question like it was the first time someone asked. The driver was on time and very nice. He set up and explained how everything worked. He also made sure the inside of the bounce house was clean and ready to go. He also came back for pick up on time too! A+ service. The bounce house was great. It l looked well taken care of and very clean. The kids had a blast. I would definitely recommend them to anyone. This is the kind of no stress service you need to have for a great party.

We rented from Blaster Bouncer for our church's community outreach fall festival in October. We had…read morea large order and we couldn't have been happier with our experience. Their customer service was excellent, the equipment was high quality and their attendants during the event were amazing!

Thank you to Bloom Brigade for making a co-worker's baby/bridal shower extra special. Amazing…read moreservice at the right price.

All aboard! Next stop....Bloom Brigade, your one-stop-shop for everything floral…read more Bloom Brigade is so much more than your typical florist. They create floral designs for everything from weddings to birthdays to anniversaries to anything you can dream up (big, small, or everyday). They don't have typical business hours, but you can contact them at any time to set up a consultation. I reached out to Bloom Brigade originally for my wedding flowers and they were super helpful in finding a time that worked well for both of us. After meeting with several florists, my fiance and I felt that Bloom Brigade was the right choice for us -- with Carolyn (aka Clang) getting to the details about our event and Suzan imagining the big picture. Closer to my wedding I met with Clang and Suzan again to finalize our flowers -- we were focused on local, in-season, and in our color palette with lots of inspiration of wildflowers. What Bloom Brigade put together for our day of was above and beyond what we could have imagined. Not only did they create an arbor for our outside ceremony, but they also meticulously created beautiful box center pieces, decorated our venue's mantle (The Mayernik Center), the naked coffee cake, and put other finishing touches throughout the venue as needed. I fully recommend Bloom Brigade and encourage you to reach out to them for your next occasion, event, or even every day flowers!

Latasha, who is the owner of Experiencebyyan was a pleasure to work with for my bridal shower! She…read morewas so professional, kind, honest and truly helped us save within our budget. She was recommended by us and the moment I met her I knew we were in great hands. It was truly a hands free experience, which kinda made me nervous because I'm so hands on myself, but she reassured me throughout the process that everything would be handled and taken with care. I'm so glad we trusted her. When I walked in the venue, I was met with emotions because everything I was worried about quickly vanished and I was so happy with the turn out. Everything turned out so beautiful. What stood out the most to me was how much she knew at her age, how well she communicated and how organized she was. We were so impressed that we hired her to plan our wedding next year. If you're considering Latasha and her team please don't hesitate further. She is special and worth every dollar. Marabeth Thomas

From the owner: ExperiencebyYan is your one-stop shop for all of your event needs. From weddings to corporate…read moreevents, our experienced team will handle every detail to ensure a flawless and memorable experience for you and your guests. With a keen eye for design, top-notch vendor connections, and a passion for creating unforgettable moments, ExperiencebyYan is the perfect choice for your next special occasion."

Amazing space managed by amazing people. I threw my 40th birthday party there. The space itself is…read moreabsolutely gorgeous. Very industrial. Beautiful brick walls. Super versatile with lots and lots of potential for personalization. Multiple different areas with a variety of character. Gracie and her team were extremely helpful from the moment i first looked at the space to the day after the event. They have seasonal decorations that add to the beauty of the space. They are extremely flexible and worked with us to get the tables/decor/food setup. I cannot think of a better space for private events from birthdays to weddings. Highly recommended.

HIP at the Flashlight Factory may claim their "clients are not just another number," but their…read moreactions certainly prove that their clients are nothing more than dollar signs to them. Long story short, HIP notified my BFF via email only one week before her wedding that, to comply with the fire marshal's mandate, their venue would no longer be able to accommodate her wedding. Fortunately, the bride and bridal party were able to miraculously find another amazingly accommodating venue that same day, but HIP's handling of the issue was nothing less than classless. What was already a stressful situation was exacerbated by HIP's incompetent and unsympathetic actions, including (but not limited to): - delayed communication of the venue's inability to host the wedding - being unresponsive to requests to finalize details of the venue transition (yet still having time to post videos to social media about the situation) - trying to charge ridiculous prices for minimal venue involvement ($2,500 just to use the venue as a hotel and to take pictures there), - and claiming the rented tables were damaged when they were returned (even though they were already damaged when provided in the first place) just to be able to keep the $500 deposit We're so thrilled that the wedding turned out well despite the frustration of having to deal with HIP, but their behavior and attitude were completely unprofessional and, quite frankly, rude. If you're looking to have your big day at their venue, I'd recommend thinking twice. Give your business to people that truly have your best interests -- and not just your money -- in mind.

Rae is incredibly thorough with her planning and a visionary when it comes to design. She listens,…read moresupports, and helps her clients to bring their events together in a beautiful and helpful way. She will save you so much stress!

From the owner: Best certified Florist & Colorist Multicultural Planner in…read morePittsburgh ( ex. Jewish, Yoruba, American) Minority Woman & Disadvantaged Certified business ( 11 years certified) We have linen rentals too for all occasions!

This is a really cool park near Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, and Target around Upper St. Clair that I…read morelike to stop at whenever I'm in the area. The trail is great for beginners or if you just want a quick jog. There are several benches you can sit down on along the way, plus a tree stump in the woodsy part that you can also sit on to rest. It's a very well maintained trail that smells like freshly cut wood chips, and has a nice variety of terrain. I didn't see any dog poop (it's a no-dog park) and no litter at all, which the multiple trash cans around the loop definitely help with. While a good portion of the trail has the wood chips, some areas could use a bit more. After rain, a few spots can get muddy and it can get a little marshy in the grassy part where there is no trail. The outer loop is about 1.2 miles, and there are several spots where the trail branches off. There's a more "woody" section and a more "grassland" section, which keeps it interesting. It's also not hard to find parking at the church across the street. There's a lot of birds chirping and tons of squirrels and bunnies, and every once in a while you'll spot deer. Inside the barn fence there are lambs and sometimes horses, which is a nice touch. Also kind of cool is that there are wild chive plants around this trail which is common in the Pittsburgh area, and you'll find some growing in the park if you know what to look for.

This place is incredible. We stopped today for their Community Open House event, and even though I…read morehave been here in the past, it is always nice getting to see it again. The old house, and farm are really special, and I am so glad that the Upper St. Clair Historical Society maintains these buildings and property so we can occasionally get to visit and see how things used to be. Today they had all kinds of activities going on, from hayrides, petting zoo, sheep shearing, cow milking, yarn spinning, beekeeping, and of course tours of the historic house, barn and outbuildings, all of which are like a museum. This place was well worth the price of admission . . . FREE, but the suggested donation was $5 per person.

As a maid of honor, one of your jobs is to plan an amazing bachelorette party. Now that I'm in that…read moreposition, I knew I needed to find something unique but also co-ed friendly for our group of nine, and I turned to Ye Olde Internet for ideas. The idea of bringing the bar home sounded good, and I found Steven's website for mixology classes at home. It was definitely within our price range, and I worked with Steven to customize the drinks for the bride's favorite liquors (whiskey and scotch) that also worked with our art deco glamour, Gatsby-esque party theme. Steven was teaching a class, so his business partner Randi arrived right on time to do the set-up at our location, and she was just so sweet. I had a nice time getting to know her before the party started. Steven arrived a bit later, but was just there to observe; Randi was great at teaching! None of us had ever done any *real* bartending or mixologying (I think I just verbified a verb that was previously nounified...*grammatical mind blown*), and Randi was great at helping us learn the ropes. She also introduced all of the drinks really well, teaching us the basics of what makes a drink a cocktail, and the basic structure for how to experiment on our own (I found that part particularly exciting, and have even made a cocktail or two at home already!) I think the resounding favorite from the group was the French 75 - it was so good! Even our group's pickiest eater/drinker enjoyed her drinks, which is saying something! I would highly recommend Steven's business to anyone looking to do a home party! Very affordable, customizable, and just a ton of fun. It was especially fun with a room full of lightweights!

If you love cocktails, you absolutely HAVE to take an Art of Mixology class with Steven. What a…read morefun Saturday afternoon! We attended the Cognac Class at Bossa Nova and had an amazing time. Not only does Steven give a brief history of the liquor or cocktail you would be working with, but you get to experiment (and try) both classic and modern versions of all of your favorite cocktails. Previously, the classes were centered on a specific liquor, but currently the classes are based on a theme- which is an even better idea :) Bring your creativity and your drinking shoes and get ready to have a fabulous time :)

I discovered this hidden gem I assume known mainly to the workday workers in the Chateau…read moreneighborhood of Pittsburgh. Its cafe hours are currently limited to lunch time and only Tuesday-Thursday as Mondays and Fridays are reserved for private events and catering. I'm not sure if you drive there where you'd park your car as there is no street parking out front and limited parking on the nearby streets. There are either stairs or a ramp to get to the main buidling entrance which is also where you'll find the cafe's entrance. I only stumbled upon it when searching for a spot for lunch while bicycling The Three Rivers Heritage Trail. And I am so pleased I did. Lots of healthy options on the menu. Once I placed my order at the counter, I sat at one of the handful of tables near the big windows facing the street and the staff delivered my order to the table. The Vegan burger was incredibly flavorful and filling. I am not vegan but I was looking for something on the lighter side since I would be hitting the Trail again after stopping for lunch.

Visited their food truck when they were at Stick City - fantastic food & friendly service, 100%…read morewould recommend. I had the bolognese, just the right ratio of meat to sauce and a good variety of meats, really nice Maillard effects too... and the shrimp vodka was outstanding.

Smaller and less modern than the nearby Mayernik Center, the Cabin is part of Avonworth Community…read morePark's collection of meeting rooms and event centers. The Cabin has audio visual capabilities and ample parking. There are picnic tables and a fountain just behind the building. It can hold up to 56 seated guests. The inside features a fireplace, and modernized windows that make the space quite cheerful. The Park itself is a collaboration of Ben Avon, Ben Avon Heights, Emsworth, Kilbuck Township and Ohio Township communities. You do not need to be a resident of these communities to rent the Cabin.

From the owner: The Cabin is a unique venue featuring, full audio visual capabilities, convenient parking, and…read moreprivacy. Behind the cabin, guests can enjoy picnic tables, a fountain, and beautiful landscaping. The facility is perfect for bridal showers, baby showers, and corporate events. The Cabin has a maximum capacity of 56 seated guests.