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Paper + Dirt is a bookshop and community space in Pittsburgh, specializing in magazines, hard-to-find periodicals and stationery. 

Our proximity to Frick Park, the “Dirt” side of things, has us organizing trail races, hosting trail run film festivals and other events getting people outdoors and on the trails.

The bookshop is located at 7105 Reynolds St just beyond Frick Park - Pittsburgh’s largest municipal park.

Save the Date for Frick Park Spring 2025 Trail Race Series:

- April 30th, 2025

- May 7th, 2025

- May 14th, 2025

- May 21st, 2025






We’re excited to gather with you!

 

Wednesday, January 9th
6-7:30
7105 Reynolds St


This first evening together is a chance for people to meet and learn about each others creative dreams. If you’d like to bring a book, magazie, or object that you’re excited about please do!

Here are a few questions we’d love to ask ... 

  1. What are your dreams and hopes for Pittsburgh and local community, this space at 7105 Reynolds St, and yourself?
  2. Who would you love to see in-person in Pittsburgh? A writer, an artist collective, trail runner, filmmaker, sports psychologist, etc. How could we bring them here together?
  3. What organizations, clubs and groups do you feel you most belong? Where are you your fullest and most alive?
  4. What is your relationship to books, printed matter, zines, magazines and notebooks?
  5. What brands or products would you like to see in Pittsburgh for a pop-up or show? Sport, outerwear, stationary, footwear, lighting, technology, furniture, etc.
  6. What’s missing for you in Pittsburgh and in your neighborhood?
  7. What’s a regular gathering you’d like to be a part of? Not passively, but active contributor.
  8. What do you want in a physical space? Where does digital, the web and online experience factor into this? Is it a balancing act or analog space as a place to unplug?
  9. What days and times are you looking to a) hang out b) work c) do dirty things d) do paper things?
  10. What are thoughts on a 1) reading room 2) alternative library 3) magazine shop 4) bookshop?
  11. Is there a weekly, monthly or quarterly ritual you would like to be a part of here, in the park or in the neighborhood?
  12. What tools, objects and offerings do you need? want? The space is only 400 square feet so no heavy equipment.
  13. Looking for a space to hold a zine exchange, listening party, or modern salon? Or just looking for a really great spot to read?



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