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Mentorship 2026 Wrap Party
Date: Thursday, August 27, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Burghers Millvale — 400 Grant Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15209
Parking: Street parking available — please pay attention to posted signage
Join WIFM Pittsburgh as we celebrate the graduates of our first-ever mentorship program cohort! This is their night to shine — we'll be giving mentors and mentees space to share their experience and reflect on the journey.
What to expect:
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Small bites and a cash/card bar
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The presentation of our first-ever Lois Weber Woman of Impact Award
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A night of networking, fun, and celebration!
This event is free for everyone - no invite necessary!
We can't wait to celebrate this milestone with you. See you there!
Lois Weber Woman of Impact Award
Nominate Candidates Below!
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Jump Cut Pittsburgh's Noir Film Festival: Sept 19 at The Parkway Theater
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Backyard docs: Sept 24 - 27 (tentative) at various locations TBA
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Horror 48 (48 Hour Film Festival): Registration opens Aug 1; Filming weekend Sept 25-27; Screenings Oct 9, 12-14; Awards Show Oct 24
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Pittsburgh Silent Film Festival: Sept 27 - Oct 4 at various locations TBA
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Reel Q Film Festival: Oct 4 - 10 at various locations TBA (submission deadline is July 14, 2026)
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Three Rivers Film Festival: Nov 5 - 15 at various locations (submission deadline 5/31, late submissions accepted until 6/30)
FURTHER OUT:
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Cindependent Film Festival: Sept 17 - 19th in Cincinatti, OH (currently accepting submissions)
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Reading Film Festival: Sept 18 - 25th in Reading, PA (Submission deadline 6/1, late submissions accepted until 7/1)--
