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[Highland Park] Calendar of Events--Nuin Center
by nuincenter＠earthlink.net 16 Nov '04

16 Nov '04

Please add to your calendar of events: Pittsburgh's Leading Complementary Health Center Host Free Wellness and Healing Speaker's Series First Wednesdays at the Nuin Center, 5655 Bryant St. in Highland Park, December 1st, 6:30 PM "Biological Medicine" presented by Paul Block, R.Ac.,Ph.D.,D.Hom. Integrated Biological Medicine is a profound approach to natural healing and can be very effective, especially when patients are committed to making changes that are also necessary. To understand our biological approach to health requires a different view of what the disease process is, compared to the currently held beliefs of conventional and alternative medicine. For more information, visit www.nuincenter.com or call 412.661.6108. Thank You. Susan Barnhorst, Manager of the Nuin Center

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[Highland Park] [Update.unionproject] Urgent Call for Volunteers
by Justin Rothshank 16 Nov '04

16 Nov '04

Urgent Call for Volunteers! The Union Project needs a small group of volunteers to assist with unloading Christmas trees upon their delivery. A semi tractor trailer will be delivering 600 Christmas trees to the Union Project on Sunday morning, November 28 at 10 am. We could use as many hands as possible to help unload the truck at that time. If you are able to volunteer 2 hours on that day please call 412-478-3105 or email justin(a)unionproject.org. Thanks to everyone who has already volunteered to help staff the Christmas market. There are still several times that we need volunteer help. Most weekday evenings from 4-8 pm are still open, and Saturday, December 18 is still available. Please contact us if you, or your group, are interested in volunteering. Thanks! Justin Rothshank Associate Director Union Project 801 N. Negley Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15206 412-478-3105 Www.unionproject.org Restoring neighborhood space to connect, create, and celebrate. _______________________________________________ update mailing list update(a)unionproject.org http://unionproject.mennonite.net/mailman/listinfo/update.unionproject

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[Highland Park] Cinema St. Andrew: November 19
by Bruce Robison 15 Nov '04

15 Nov '04

Our usual "second Saturday" Cinema Night has been moved this month to Friday evening, November 19, 7 p.m. The Film Classic: "A Child's Christmas in Wales" with "Night Flight" A great evening, and seasonally appropriate, for the whole family. Bring a treat to share -- St. Andrew's is located at the corner of Hampton Street and North Euclid Avenue. Call (412) 661-1245

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[Highland Park] HP apartments available?
by Ryan Sauder 15 Nov '04

15 Nov '04

Hi neighbors. I'm trying to help a friend of a friend look for an apartment in Highland Park (or possibly Friendship). She'll be in town on Thursday and Friday of this week and is looking for a 1BR (or larger?) apartment--preferably with hardwood floors, high ceilings, and an "artsy" feel--for her and her husband. If anyone is looking for renters, please drop me an e-mail. Thanks! Ryan Sauder (rsauder(a)pitt.edu) ________________________________________ PeoplePC Online A better way to Internet http://www.peoplepc.com

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[Highland Park] deep cleaning crew
by Sherry Goldman 14 Nov '04

14 Nov '04

Has anyone found a reasonably priced crew to come in and deep clean--wash walls, windows, woodwork, etc.--not just maintenance cleaning like dusting and vacuuming?

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[Highland Park] Nov 12th Artist's Reception at Enrico's Tazza D'oro
by Jessica J. Pedersen 11 Nov '04

11 Nov '04

Hello, Neighbors - Looking for something to do on Friday night? If so, please join me at Enrico's Tazza D'oro from 7-9pm for a casual opening reception for my exhibition of oil paintings. There will be tasty treats to enjoy, artwork to peruse and friendly conversation with neighbors and friends. A portion of all proceeds from my one month show will be donated to POWER. Founded in 1991, POWER's mission is to provide quality treatment and support to women who are changing their lives through recovery from addiction to alcohol and other drugs. POWER, which stands for Pennsylvania Organization for Women in Early Recovery, was established to carry out this mission through a gender-specialized approach to care, with the sole purpose of creating an environment for women that would promote healing by addressing the issues that most commonly impact them. I'd like to thank Amy Enrico and her wonderful staff for giving me this opportunity to share my early works with you. Best Regards, Jessica Pedersen Bryant Street

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[Highland Park] History group location changed!
by Rudolph T Maceyko 11 Nov '04

11 Nov '04

To all who are coming to tonight's initial meeting of the Highland Park History Group: *** The meeting has been moved from the Farmhouse to St. Andrew's Episcopal Church at 5801 Hampton Street. *** Sorry, but I just learned half an hour ago that we would not be able to get into the Farmhouse this evening as originally planned. Please mention the change of venue to anyone who you know was planning to attend. There will also be a sign at the Farmhouse directing folks to St. Andrew's. Thanks, Rudy

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[Highland Park] Big Cleanup on Mellon Street
by Bob Staresinic 11 Nov '04

11 Nov '04

Hello All Good things are happening in Highland Park! I just found out that the Highland Park Community Development Corp (CDC) is getting ready for the houses on the 800 block of Mellon Street to begin construction. As you saw in the Union Project's update, they are helping to get the buildings cleaned out and ready for construction. If the buildings and yards are cleaned of debris, then there is less cost to rehab these houses. So this Saturday, November 13th, there is a big get-together on the 800 block of Mellon (between Jackson and Stanton). Come on out and check out the drawings of what is planned. Talk with some of the CDC members who have been working hard to get these properties rehabbed instead of demolished. Bring a few tools, gloves and some energy and give a hand to get these properties ready. If you are unfamiliar with the CDC, this will be a good introduction. Right now there are 4 homes that are scheduled to be worked on. On the entire 800 Mellon block, there are 11 homes and 2 apartment buildings. So when this project is done, there is going to be a major change on that block. I am looking forward to this. This will have a major impact on the entire Highland Park neighborhood. Construction is supposed to start in the Spring, according to the rumors I have heard. But you can come down on Saturday and find out the story. If you are not aware of the houses, you should stop by. They all have turrets, lots of potential, and are surprisingly large. So bring your tools, gloves and study shoes, or just stop by and check out the buildings. Since the buildings don't have power, bring a flashlight for those dark areas. Fortunately, houses in our neighborhood have lots of big windows, so most of the areas in the houses will have enough light. If you arrive at 9 am, then you can do some work and still have time to make it to the Farmhouse for the HPCC Harvest Party at 12:30. See you on Saturday. Bob HPCC President

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[Highland Park] Garage Sale at 914 Heberton
by swilcox＠nauticom.net 11 Nov '04

11 Nov '04

Hello. We are having a garage sale at 914 Heberton Street today until 4 or 5:00. Large items are a solid wood desk, cherry chest of drawers, chery jewelry stand. Small items include books, clothes, and toys. Sal Wilcox 914 Heberton Street Pittsburgh, PA 15206

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[Highland Park] [Update.unionproject] Union Project Update
by Justin Rothshank 10 Nov '04

10 Nov '04

Union Project Update - www.unionproject.org <http://www.unionproject.org/> - Volunteers Needed this Saturday Volunteers from The Open Door, Pittsburgh Singles Volunteer Network, Pittsburgh Cares, and Peabody High School will be lending a hand on this , but more help is needed! We will be working from 9 am to 3 pm at the Union Project and are also partnering with the Highland Park Community Development Corporation to clean up some abandoned properties on Mellon Street, just one block from the Union Project. If you are interested in coming as an individual or bringing your group please contact Justin(a)unionproject.org or call 412-478-3105. Volunteers will be doing the final demolition work before new construction begins late this year! Come lend a hand to prepare the building for a new year. No special skills are needed. The Union Project will also need volunteers to assist with staffing the Christmas tree market. Volunteers are needed beginning the Monday after Thanksgiving and continuing until Christmas time. Volunteers will be especially needed between 4 pm and 8 pm daily, and 11 am to 9 pm on Saturdays and Sundays. If you are interested in volunteering please call 412-478-3105 or email Justin(a)unionproject.org. Buy your Christmas tree at the Union Project! The Union Project has partnered with local farmers Neil Stauffer and Susanna Meyer on this innovative Christmas fundraiser. Christmas trees, wreaths, and other Christmas decorations will be on sale at the Union Project beginning Monday, November 29 and continuing until Christmas. Hours will be 11am to 9 pm, 7 days a week. Trees will be priced between $20 and $50, with proceeds benefiting the Union Project. If you are interested in special ordering a LIVE Christmas tree, or if you have other questions regarding your tree please email trees(a)unionproject.org <mailto:trees@unionproject.org> or visit www.unionproject.org/Programs <http://www.unionproject.org/Programs> . UNWRAPPED a success! The Union Project held its third annual holiday art sale this past Saturday. A wind trio from Pittsburgh Symphony provided music. The event was a great success with over 200 people attending. You may still bid on the special stained glass window donated for this event. The window, while not a window from the Union Project, was restored by Richard Kerchner using techniques he learned in 2 Union Project stained glass restoration classes. The window is framed using historic oak hardwood salvaged from the Union Project Organ and refurbished by Don Reed of the Slaughterhouse Galleries in Lawrenceville. The window has been valued at $800 and you can see a picture of it by visiting www.unionproject.org <http://www.unionproject.org> , or by stopping by the Union Project. The auction will continue through December 18. The current bid is $350. New Stained Glass Classes Announced for 2005 To register for stained glass classes at the Union Project please call 412-478-3105 or email justin(a)unionproject.org with your first and second choice class preferences. In this class you will learn to repair and restore stained glass windows. This course will take you through simple repairs to complete disassembling and reassembling of historic 100-year-old stained glass church windows. Completed windows remain the property of the Union Project. You will learn how to cut and replace broken or missing glass, glaze, lead, solder and putty a window. This course will give you enough background to make your own new stained glass windows or restore your historic windows. The class fee is $175. The class is open to students of any skill level. Weekend Intensive class will cover the same restoration skills as general classes. Cost for this class is $250 and includes lunch on 2 days. This class is open to students of any skill level and can accommodate only 10 students. New Design Class will cover restoration skills as well as stained glass design techniques. Students in this class will design and build new Union Project "logo" windows to be installed in the Union Project building. This class is recommended for students with previous stained glass experience and is limited to 10 students. Class Schedule: Session 5a: Saturdays 9 am - 1 pm: Jan 29, Feb 5, Feb 12, Feb 19, Feb 26, Mar 5 (registration deadline Jan. 21) Session 5b: Thursdays 6 pm - 9 pm: Jan 27, Feb 3, Feb 10, Feb 17, Feb 24, Mar 3, Mar 10, Mar 17 (registration deadline Jan. 21) Weekend Intensive: Apr 8,9,10 Friday 6pm-9pm, Sat/Sun 9 am - 5 pm Lunch Provided*Cost $250 10 Students only (registration deadline Apr. 1) Session 5c: Saturdays 9 am - 1 pm: Apr 16, Apr 23, Apr 30, May 7, May 14, May 21 (registration deadline Apr. 1) Session 5d: Thursdays 6 pm - 9 pm: Apr 7, Apr 14, Apr 21, Apr 28, May 5, May 12, May 19, May 26 (registration deadline Apr. 1) New Design Class Session 5e: Saturdays 9 am - 1 pm: Jun 18, Jun 25, NOCLASSJul 2, Jul 9, Jul 16, Jul 23, Jul 30*Cost $250 10 students only (registration deadline June 3) Session 5f: Thursdays 6 pm - 9 pm: Jun 9, Jun 16, Jun 23, Jun 30, Jul 7, Jul 14, Jul 21, Jul 28 (registration deadline June 3) Session 5g: Saturdays 9 am - 1 pm: Aug 20, Aug 27, NOCLASSSep 3, Sep 10, Sep 17, Sep 24, Oct 1 (registration deadline Aug. 5) Session 5h: Thursdays 6 pm - 9 pm: Aug 11, Aug 18, Aug 25, Sep 1, Sep 8, Sep 15. Sep 22, Sep 29 (registration deadline Aug. 5) Session 5i: Saturdays 9 am - 1 pm: Oct 22, Oct 29, Nov 5, Nov 12, Nov 19, NOCLASSNov 26, Dec 3 (registration deadline Oct. 7) Session 5j: Thursdays 6 pm - 9 pm: Oct 13, Oct 20, Oct 27, Nov 3, Nov 10, Nov 17, NOCLASSNov 24, Dec 1 Dec 8 (registration deadline Oct. 7) _______________________________________________ update mailing list update(a)unionproject.org http://unionproject.mennonite.net/mailman/listinfo/update.unionproject

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