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[Highland Park] Highland Park CDC
by Jessica King 13 Dec '04

13 Dec '04

>From the Highland Park Newsletter... HPCDC Update and Outreach The Highland Park Community Development Corporation will soon mark 12 years in our mission of neighborhood revitalization. Formed to partner with the Community Club to take on key, stubborn development challenges, we've faced both noteworthy successes-restoration of 5635 Stanton Avenue and leadership of the Highland Park Community Plan, for example-, as well as daunting challenges. Tackling some of the more difficult residential redevelopment properties in the City, recent years have been busy ones on the acquisition, design, funding, and partnership side. Moving these houses into "bricks and mortar" activity is the last remaining hurdle, and the process is underway. A major portion of the funding for 5 of our houses was just approved by the State, for instance, and we are truly excited about the coming months. Expect to hear more from us on this soon. On Bryant Street, revitalization carries real promise, and we will have progress to report to the Club in early 2005. At the State level, both the neighborhood and park are in final review for inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places. And in Highland Park itself we have been a key and leading partner in the Welcome Entry Fountain and Garden restoration now underway, as well as the very exciting planning efforts underway in Heth's Run that will connect the neighborhood and park to the river as never before. The entire board of the HPCDC sees 2005 as a year that will return us to the roots of our existence, development of the troubled portions of the SW Quadrant. If you'd like to be part of this, we have a few, important positions open on the board. In particular, we are seeking individuals with expertise in accounting, real estate, and design/construction. Commitment to the neighborhood, and the willingness to lend some of your already valuable time and skills to making this an even better place are the values we place first, however. On the board, just as in the neighborhood itself, we strive for diversity. Please contact any board member, or give me a call at 361-4935 if you'd like to talk about this opportunity. A final note: We hope to be coming to you soon with a letter expanding on some of these points, as well as to ask for your financial support in the operation of this neighborhood corporation. For those of you who are able to do so, and who would like to have your tax deductible contribution in before the end of 2004, please send your check to: Highland Park Community Development Corporation; P.O. Box 4866; Pittsburgh, PA. 15206. David Hance, President Jessica King, Vice President

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[Highland Park] Flea Market Today at Kingsley Association 8:00AM - 4:00PM
by swilcox＠nauticom.net 11 Dec '04

11 Dec '04

The Kingsley Association is hosting an indoor flea market today, Saturday December 11, from 8Am - 4Pm. If you haven't seen the new building at the corner of Frankstown Ave and East Liberty Blv., you're in for a treat. Sign up for a membership (pool, basketball courts, gym) for only $25. Sal Wilcox

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[Highland Park] Mysterious Booms
by Susanne Gollin 10 Dec '04

10 Dec '04

Did anyone hear the booms tonight at about 7:45pm? If so, where did they sound to you like they were coming from? Does anyone have documentation of all or some of them in terms of date and time? thanks, Susanne Gollin

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[Highland Park] TV Show: Pacem In Terris Institute
by ECMglobal＠aol.com 10 Dec '04

10 Dec '04

Date: December 9, 2004 Contact: ecmglobal(a)aol.com Tel: 412-361-0765 www.pctv21.org/emobley.htm FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ~Pacem In Terris Institute~ La Roche College Beginning Friday, December 10, 2004 at 8:00 pm (EST) on PCTV Channel 21 (Comcast) and continuing each Friday at that time until the end of the month, Hola… el show de televisión presents a show on the Pacem-In-Terris Institute. This lively, informative and educational 30-minute television show highlights the history, mission and direction of this special academic unit at La Roche College in Pittsburgh, PA. The one-on-one interview features Kenneth P. Service, Vice President for Institutional Relations at La Roche College and Executive Vice President of the Pacem-In-Terris Institute. Ken directs La Roche’s marketing, communications and public affairs along with overall direction for the famous Pacem-In-Terris Institute. Pacem-In-Terris (Latin for “Peace on Earth”) Institute offers a full-range of workshops, seminars and courses on a variety of topics designed to give the newly-arrived foreign students, and enrolled U.S. citizens, a solid background in international subjects like “Conflict Resolution.” Many of these students, who come from conflict-torn regions of the world, such as south-eastern Europe (Kosovo) and west Africa (Sierra Leone), can take what new skills and broader understanding are learned at the Pacem-In-Terris Institute directly back to their home countries. The U.S. students on campus also benefit from the direct interaction and camaraderie they share with the foreign students. Also presented on the show is a short-run video “The Promise Fulfilled” recounting the severe challenges facing a young man from Africa whose ambition for higher education set him on an exciting road leading to the U.S. The video was produced by the Pacem-In-Terris Institute. Ken Service, formerly in charge of media relations at the University of Pittsburgh, gave an in-depth interview and displayed a real-world understanding of the complex issues faced by foreign students during their four-year enrollment at La Roche College. Ken also discussed possible future options for foreign students after graduation and the critical importance of how a positive exposure to international students, by the larger U.S. student body at La Roche College, gives them a better appreciation for our rapidly “globalized” world. This is the second appearance by a representative from Pacem-In-Terris Institute on the Hola… show. In June, Hola… spoke with Natasha Garrett, the Director of Pacem-In-Terris Institute, along with four La Roche College students from the country of Equatorial Guinea, in West Africa, bordering the coast of the Atlantic Ocean. That small country, no larger than the state of Maryland, now ranks third in oil production from Africa after only Nigeria and Gabon. The recent gains in “petrodollar” wealth allowed the government of Equatorial Guinea to finance a multi-million dollar endowment for its young citizens to attend La Roche College. For more information about where and when to see Hola…el show de televisión on other cable television channels throughout cities in Pennsylvania and how to receive a copy of this or other cablecasts contact ecmglobal(a)aol.com

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[Highland Park] Corerction to singalong time
by Sherry Goldman 10 Dec '04

10 Dec '04

Please correct last message: The correct time is from 7 to 10 pm, not 7:30pm. Thanks.

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[Highland Park] December singalong
by Sherry Goldman 10 Dec '04

10 Dec '04

There will be a singalong for fun and friendship on Wednesday December 29, 2004 Friday night at 7:30. Since we rotate hosting, this time it will be at the home of Judy Wolfson and Rob Shepherd in Squirrel Hill. We use Rise up Singing songbooks and other sources. If you don't have the book, don't worry... Someone will be happy to share with you. Accompanists (guitar or piano) are especially welcome. Call 412-412-421-8503 or email sherrygoldman at alumni.duq.edu for directions.

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[Highland Park] shopping night to benefit local nonprofit
by Erin Clymer 08 Dec '04

08 Dec '04

Dear Highland Park neighbors, Please check out the message below for information about how Ten Thousand Villages is helping a great nonprofit in our own neighborhood. The PULSE program houses 8 young adults every year in a mansion on Stanton Ave. and connects them into the city through seminars and work placements in local nonprofits, supporting organizations working in the arts, environment and health just to name a few. The Union Project's director and associate director (Jessica King and Justin Rothshank) both came to Pittsburgh through the PULSE program. PULSE is bringing high-caliber people to our neighborhood. In the last few years at least 7 alumni have made commitments to our neighborhood by buying homes. Come to the Ten Thousand Villages store tonight between 6 and 8 to buy unique holiday gifts and learn more about this great program. Best, Erin Clymer Highland Park resident and PULSE board chair Dear Friends and colleagues, It is a gracious and generous tradition every year at Ten Thousand Villages to host shopping nights during the christmas season to support local non-profit organizations. Tonight, Wednesday December 8th from 6-8pm, the PULSE program will benefit from this wonderful tradition. 15% of all purchases you make during this time come directly to the PULSE program, a local nonprofit bringing university graduates to Pittsburgh for a year of vocational exploration and service to the city. Your support will also make a difference in the lives of third world artisans who recieve fair wages from the Ten Thousand Villages fair-trade program. The beautifully-crafted merchandise makes wonderful, unique holiday gifts. And your purchase helps people who would otherwise be unemployed or underemployed, to pay for their food, education, health care and housing. Please come and show your support to PULSE as well as to a great store in the Burgh: Where: Ten Thousand Villages- Squirell Hill Store (on Forbes avenue) When: Wednesday, December 8th. Between 6-8pm See you there, Erin Clymer --------------------------------- Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail - now with 250MB free storage. Learn more.

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[Highland Park] Recommending a Nanny
by Lynn Shelly 08 Dec '04

08 Dec '04

Child care decisions are always difficult, especially for parents of infants and toddlers. I know an excellent nanny who happens to be available right now. She's highly experienced, very caring. Parents in the area who are looking for full-time care in their own home, should give Diane a call at 412 781-4596. Lynn Shelly

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[Highland Park] Items needed
by Tania Grubbs 07 Dec '04

07 Dec '04

Greetings everyone! For our First Night Art Building at Dilworth we are in need of: Plastic grocery bags, newspaper, empty gallon containers, milk jugs, pop bottles & detergent bottles. If anyone has any of these items and wishes to donate to the cause please email me. Thanks, Tania Reminder Puppetmaker and Parade Director Cheryl Capezzuti invites Highland Park/East Liberty neighbors to make large-scale creatures for this year's parade on New Year's Eve. Last year twelve families or so participated. We all had a fantastic time making art and getting to know our neighbors. The workshop and the entire parade will be inspired by the theme "Tales of Revelry and Peace." Participants should plan to attend the parade at 8:00 p.m. on New Year's Eve in Downtown Pittsburgh. Space is limited so register EARLY. Details: Who: Parents and Children together or community adults who want to participate What: Giant Puppetmaking for the First Night Parade When: Wednesday Evenings December 8, 15, and 22 6:30-8:30 p.m. Where: Dilworth Traditional Academy for the Arts & Humanities Why: To be a part a great Pittsburgh Tradition and make the parade a huge community success To Register: Contact Tania Grubbs @ oft.ising(a)verizon.net or 412-661-4054 Workshop is free but please plan to bring recycled shoe boxes, pop bottles, milk jugs and other cool junk to the first class. Volunteers are also needed on First Night for the giant parade puppets and as parade marshals, if you are interested, email cheryl(a)strudiocapezzuti.com.

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[Highland Park] FW: Newsletter News
by l.c.williams＠att.net 06 Dec '04

06 Dec '04

***** Everyone is invited to Howard Hanna's Annual Children's Hospital Luncheon at the Shadyside office on Friday, Dec 10 from 11:30 - 1:30 pm. There will be a Buffet lunch and Auction items for sale. The auction items include wonderful gifts from local vendors such as oriental rugs, antiques, beautiful handmade quilt, spa services, jewelry, autographed Steeler Memorabilia, and much more. Find something for that hard to please person on your Holiday list. There is a $5 donation at the door for lunch and all proceeds benefit Children's Hospital. For questions call 412-361-4000. *****

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