Reverend Kyoki Roberts

Zen Buddhism is more than 2,000 years old and is practiced all around the world. Locally, the Zen Center of Pittsburgh has been offering services, daily meditation and individualized Zen training since 1999. Horizons contributor Aradhna Dhanda visits the center in Sewickley to meet its head priest, Reverend Kyoki Roberts.

Zen Center of Pittsburgh

The Zen Center of Pittsburgh has been offering services, daily meditation, and individualized Zen training since 1999. Horizons contributor Aradhna Dhanda visits the center in Sewickley to show viewers how an ancient religion is practiced in modern society.

Homewood Art Residency

Horizons visits Homewood to talk to the artists and community leaders behind a new artists' residency and other projects that bring a message of pride and beauty to one of the city's oldest neighborhoods.

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Torah Restorer

It's a trade dating back 3,000-years, to the time of Moses. The writing of the Torah or the Hebrew Bible is a time honored profession and can only be done by a scribe. We'll introduce you to a Rabbi in Squirrel Hill who has spent the last 50-years of his life not writing but reprinting the faded lettering of this sacred Jewish text.

A Boxer, Not A Cheerleader

Tika Hemingway is a charming young woman, but don't be fooled by her smile and good nature. This tough young lady holds almost every amateur USA light heavyweight boxing title in America. She spars at the 3rd Avenue Gym in downtown Pittsburgh, mostly with men and she really packs a punch. You may see her soon in the next Olympics and you'll meet her tonight on Horizons.

Reyna Foods

Reyna Foods in the Strip District is Pittsburgh's oldest Latin food store. Get the inside story from owner Nick DiCio who shows us there's more than just amazing chips at this local institution.

Pittsburgh Refugee Center

Did you know that the Pittsburgh Refugee Center has been helping people from all over the world by giving them the support they need to start new lives for themselves and their families? Find out how they empower refugees to lead self-sufficient lives.

The Kidshape Program

Many local families are taking steps -- and leaps and kicks -- to combat childhood obesity. KidShape, part of the Highmark Healthy High 5 programs, is designed to help families engage in more frequent physical activity while adopting better nutrition habits. "Shaping The Future" introduces us to the people behind KidShape and a family that's benefited from the program.

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Childhood Obesity Discussion

Highmark Medical Director Dr. Rhonda Moore Johnson and pediatrician Dr. Joseph Aracri talk to host Chris Moore about childhood obesity and the fight for local, state and national efforts to raise healthy and happy kids.

For Jeron

In October of 2010, Jeron Grayson, a freshman at Hampton University, was fatally shot while attending an off-campus party at California University. The aftermath of the tragedy of the death of yet another innocent bystander is examined through interviews with his parents -- Reverend Glenn and Marsha Grayson -- and siblings. Intimate conversations reveal their struggle to regain normalcy and their commitment to making their community a better place.

The Rebirth of the Irene Kaufmann Settlement House

After a six million dollar face lift the Irene Kaufmann Settlement House is ready to return to it's historical mission of providing aid and comfort to the residents of Pittsburgh's Hill District. Built in 1926 it first served Pittsburgh's Jewish community, but the neighborhood's demographics continue to change and the Kaufmann Center's mission to help nearby residents has remained the same. Now completely refurbished the Kaufmann Center continues a legacy of service and WQED's Horizons tells the story of a proud past and a bright future.

Islamic Art in America

Dis(Locating) Culture: Contemporary Islamic Art in America is an exhibition that is fighting stereotypes and challenging religious and cultural based beliefs. Now through this showcase of art comes the hope of understanding. Join Horizons' Michael Bartley as he visits this exhibit at the Michael Berger Gallery in Pittsburgh’s South Side.

Tana Restaurant

Voted "Best International Cuisine" by the Pittsburgh Post Gazette, Tana, an authentic Ethiopian restaurant in East Liberty is serving up dishes from one of the oldest countries in the world. The restaurant features dishes made of chicken, lamb and beef along with vegetarian meal options and Chef Seifu Haileyesus only uses herbs imported directly from Ethiopia to provide the ultimate unique menu.

Crescent Apartments

The Boro of Wilkinsburg has seen its share of hardship in recent years. Drugs and crime led to loss of businesses, an eroding tax base and declining neighborhoods. But now the community is on the rebound with a major revitalization project that promises to bring back two century old apartment buildings to their former glory.

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Pittsburgh Gospel Choir

Whether at home at East Liberty Presbyterian Church or performing at venues throughout the region, the Pittsburgh Gospel Choir brings the tradition of American gospel to life. Horizons drops in on a Choir rehearsal to meet the charismatic director and learn the history behind the Choir's many voices.

Royal Caribbean

Take a trip with Horizon's Chris Moore as he visits the Royal Caribbean Restaurant in East Liberty. Meet Chef Owen Crownie who is famous for his Caribbean cuisine and experience the islands right here in Pittsburgh!