Some are not geographical, at all, but exist as clearly and undeniably as those marked by boundaries on a map. Truck drivers, for instance, who communicate on CB radio use a common vocabulary that immediately identifies them to other members of their community. Throughout the centuries, Western Pennsylvania has been home to other similar communities, such as riverboat crews and mill workers, inextricably tied to the larger Pittsburgh community. These non-traditional communities, too, have made an impact on the city, building solidarity through language, traditions, beliefs and values. Rick Sebak Ironworkers fixing the West End Bridge.
Occupations develop communities of their own with unique language, customs, and folklore.
Community-creating events To create rich traditions and strong community ties Pittsburgh's communities and neighborhoods have found some great ways to make its people feel at home. County fairs, festivals, community gardens, parades, picnics and similar activities are ways neighborhoods cement the allegiances. Sports teams, school rivalries, and neighborhood monuments and celebrations, and the like let us discover all the ways we are similar. A neighborhood diner allows everyone to get to know each other over a cup of coffee. The county fair brings everyone together to share a good time.