June 2007 - test-neighbhorhood@test.highlandparkpa.com

[Highland Park] See the Future Mural Design TOMORROW
by Michael M. Nadler 08 Jun '07

08 Jun '07

Dear Neighbors - This should be labeled as "The Highland Park Zoo Wall mural anew - Neighborhood Comments welcome at the Super Playground event". As many of you know, or are about to be faced with, the bend coming through One Wild Place along side the Zoo as you enter and leave Highland Park will be getting a make-over starting next week. The wall is crumbling and the beloved existing mural will be wiped out by the necessary reconstruction work that DPW will begin in the coming days. They are to work on the bend to make it more accessible and safe, and rebuild the wall that really has outlived itself. As the topic of our last meeting on Thursday, 17 MAY 07, Citiparks has taken on the project of replacing the mural with a mosaic that will attached to the wall for future reconditioning, should it need it, as the current mural can not. The wall has totally crumbled, thus the need for rebuilding it, as well as redoing the mural. There have been a couple of meetings with representatives from the stock holders of Highland Park, thus the people that will see and live with this daily. Here is what Citiparks, the Community Council, the CDC, George Morris (the original mural artist), Senator Ferlo, the Zoo, and the Parks Conservancy have been considering as a concept by the artist (Laura Jean McLaughlin and Bob Ziller). Everyone has spoken clearly about how this concept inspires them and what concerns they have. This group of stock holders has been going over the potential designs for this project, and its effect on the neighborhood. Not exactly a big deal, but again something we shall have to see daily. Three areas that we are trying to balance and tie in together are the Neighborhood, the Park, and the Zoo. Using the original ideas of animals, Citiparks has brought in two artists, and they in turn have made some interesting design ideas. Here is their statement of the design concept: The statement of the concept for the new artwork http://www.senatorferlo.com/Events/06-08-2007AnimalAdventureArtistStatement… The following link will allow you to see the current mural compared with the proposed mosaic (on page 18), as well as the future concept of the animals intermixed with scenes of Highland Park (starting on page 19). The shots before are those of the artists from other jobs, just to give you an idea, but we are trying to be a little more realistic. I invite you to please look over these ideas at the following link: http://www.senatorferlo.com/Events/06-08-2007HighlandParkWallMosaicConcept.… We are hosting the Super Playground Rededication on Saturday, 09 JUN 07, form 11:00 AM until 2:00 PM. Citiparks will be on hand with a staff to allow kids (and grown-ups who want to get involved) in making the first piece, as well as view the project. You will be able to provide your views and comments directly to the people in charge of this future project. This will provide our community with a unique and fascinating opportunity to help guide the vision for the new wall to remake a neighborhood treasure. Remember, this will be at the Superplayground event on Saturday where the artists and Citiparks will be on hand with the concept on paper and a sample of the mosaic tile in the making: http://www.senatorferlo.com/images/Events/06-09-07SuperplaygroundParty.jpg If you have questions or comments regarding the content of this proposal, please direct your comments or concerns to Morton Brown with Citiparks at bromorton(a)gmail.com Thank you to everyone whose efforts have brought this proposal to the table, as well as allowing it to be directly viewed and interacted on by the neighborhood community. I hope to see you all at the rededication tomorrow !!! Mike Michael Millet Nadler President, Highland Park Community Council P.O. Box 5036 Pittsburgh, PA 15206 Personal Contact Information: 5916 Callowhill Street Pittsburgh, PA 15206, (412) 363-3483, Fax: (412) 363-2925, E-mail: mike(a)divehards.com No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.472 / Virus Database: 269.8.11/838 - Release Date: 6/7/2007 2:21 PM

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[Highland Park] photo restoration and video to DVD
by Alison Bogle 08 Jun '07

08 Jun '07

Hello Neighbors, My father-in-law recently sent me some very old black and white photos that are in pretty bad shape. I'd love to get them restored for him for Father's Day. Does anyone have a company that they can recommend? Also, I have several home videos that I would like to convert to DVDs - any positive experiences with that? Thanks so much! Alison Bogle

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[Highland Park] potential lost dog on Sheridan
by Christopher Tracey 07 Jun '07

07 Jun '07

On the way home tonight(about 5:30), a brown and white medium sized dog was wandering around Sheridan and Bryant. It was friendly and kept to the sidewalks, but it was wandering free. I got a brief look at its tags and tried to bring him or her back to 1222 Sheridan but he ran off into someone's backyard. Just wanted to put this info out there in case he hasn't made it home already. -Chris

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[Highland Park] futon for college student
by Moxie218＠aol.com 07 Jun '07

07 Jun '07

Hi, I'm looking for a futon for my son who attends college in Cleveland. If anyone knows of anyone who has one for sale please email me at _moxie218(a)aol.com_ (mailto:moxie218@aol.com) . Thank you. ************************************** See what's free at http://www.aol.com.

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[Highland Park] [Update.unionproject] Dollar and Sense, Ceramics@UP, BBQ and Beats, Tuesday Stew, Recycling, Lamps
by Katrina Struloeff 07 Jun '07

07 Jun '07

To view the full email update visit www.unionproject.org/About_Us/News UP item of the week: MONDAY EVENING CONVERSATION SERIES – “DOLLARS AND SENSE” – Starts Monday Join the Union Project this Monday night at 6:30pm for the first night of “Dollars and Sense”. The topic for the evening is “On Your Own” and representatives from PNC discuss managing credit cards, opening a bank account and budgeting. The seriesMonday Evening Conversations will take place takes place over five evenings throughout the summer, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Topics will range from budgeting and home buying t for one to preparing the kids forfunding college, as well as simple banking skills. All Monday Evening Conversation Series will be held at the Union Project at 801 N. Negley Ave. and are open to the community and free of charge. For information or questions please contact Hilary at hilary(a)unionproject.org or 412-363-4550 x26, or visit www.unionproject.org/about_us/events. Other UP items this week: MONDAY EVENING CONVERSATION SERIES – “DOLLARS AND SENSE” – Starts Monday CERAMICS @UP – New Products BBQ & BEATS - June 18, July 16, Aug. 13 TUESDAY STEW – June 19, July 24, Aug. 21 UNION PROJECT ASKS YOU TO RECYCLE YOUR PAPER LOOKING FOR 5 DONATED FLOOR LAMPS visit www.unionproject.org/About_Us/News to view more details on any of these items The Union Project does not necessarily endorse the views of organizations and individuals that rent space at Union Project. You can donate to Union Project online by clicking here. Union Project is located at the corner of Negley and Stanton Avenues in the east end of Pittsburgh. Call 412-363-4550 or check out www.unionproject.org for more information. _______________________________________________ update mailing list update(a)unionproject.org http://unionproject.mennonite.net/mailman/listinfo/update.unionproject

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[Highland Park] shoe repair
by Valerie Sweeney 07 Jun '07

07 Jun '07

Palermo's on Butler St. "repairs shoes & purses" "VERY VERY reasonable and has been in business for decades. He salvaged my favorite sandals last year and charged me only 3 dollars." "HE DOES EVERYTHING TO DO WITH SHOES, HANDBAGS,BELTS ETC." ".sometimes slow about getting the job done but they do EXCELLENT work." For the record, I took my brother's hokey gloves there to be fixed a few years ago; seems they are the repair shop of choice for the Pens! Squirrel Hill Shoe Repair on Murray Ave "reasonable prices, and resole, recap heels, etc." Edgewood shoe repair "Excellent." 102 E Swissvale Ave. #412-244-9198 (right near Edgewood Presbyterian Church Ulrich Shoe Repair on 6th Ave downtown Fox Chapel Shoe Repair in Fox Chapel Village - right by Community Market. "They do great work at very reasonable prices." Fox Chapel Shoe Box, over in the Fox Chapel Plaza shopping center (near the Eckerd) Fox Chapel Shoe Svc (412) 781-7339 1149 Freeport Rd Blawnox, PA Otto's on Brilliant Ave & Freeport Rd, Aspinwall (cash only) (I got a ton of emails recommending Otto - maybe because he's so close, in addition to doing great work.) "Don't know if he's still there, but there used to be a fellow in the teeny, tiny strip mall at the corner of College and Ellsworth in Shadyside. He worked out of the laundromat, which is definitely still there." Gabriel's Shoe Repair - Forbes Ave, downtown. ".he works wonders!" Best Made Shoes, Bloomfield on Liberty Avenue (opposite side of Liberty from the post office). "They sell Birkenstocks, orthotics and custom made shoes, but they repair anything.."

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[Highland Park] Yard Sale!
by stephen Smith 07 Jun '07

07 Jun '07

Thanks to all who attended the Highland Park Yard Sale this past Sunday! We were very successful. We will continue to have our yard/porch sale most weekends throughout the summer. Please feel free to stop by anytime on Saturdays or Sundays if you see the signs up after 8am to browse through multiple antiques, house wares and much, much more. Believe me, the prices are RIGHT! A few items of interest are listed below. Call or email me if you want to see these ahead of time. I am a stay@homedad so I'm home most of the time! Complete home brewing kit including 2-5gal. glass carboys, bottles, caps and growlers with porcelain caps. 100+ year-old single bed. Colonial style with original springs. Tons of Fritz and Floyd pieces. Swan, pitchers and holiday items. Vintage electric irons and ironing boards Cast iron coat rack. In need of repair. Original artwork-framed starting at $20 Dynastar Racing skis, LOOK bindings and carbon poles Older ladies 10 speed bicycle with basket. NEW "stay@homemom" coffee mugs Galvanized Rolling Rock Buckets. NEW! Much, much, did I say, MUCH? MORE! Call or email if you have questions. Sincerely, Stephen Smith 5819 Stanton Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15206 412.266.1905 stephens65(a)comcast.net

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[Highland Park] CMU Professor's Home for Sale!
by Michael P. Johnson 06 Jun '07

06 Jun '07

Hi all, I live in Highland Park, and am selling my house. I welcome any and all interested in purchasing a wonderful 4 bedroom, 3 bath, 2 car garage home to learn more about it, at http://wpn.mlxchange.com/Pub/EmailView.asp?r=959825994&s=WPN&t=WPN <http://wpn.mlxchange.com/Pub/EmailView.asp?r=959825994&s=WPN&t=WPN>. Our house is two blocks from the entrance to Highland Park. My wife and I love our block and our neighborhood, and we're sure it will make a great destination for another family. For a personal appointment to view the house, please contact our agent, Ms. LeSans Montgomery (contact information below). <http://presence.webmail.aol.com/IM/?sn=lheard95f&locale=en-us&pd=0> LeSans Heard Montgomery Prudential Preferred Realty 5801 Forbes Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15217 412-521-5500 x 233 412-901-4656 (cellular) LMontgomery(a)prudentialpreferred.com Thank you, Michael Michael P. Johnson Associate Professor of Management Science and Urban Affairs H. John Heinz III School of Public Policy and Management Carnegie Mellon University 412-268-4270 johnson2(a)andrew.cmu.edu View full size <http://pictures.aol.com/ap/singleImage.do?pid=69c0tD0bpT1F-ZkdidILawCsMfGkd…> ------------------------------------------------------------------------ AOL now offers free email to everyone. Find out more about what's free from AOL at *AOL.com* <http://www.aol.com?ncid=AOLAOF00020000000437>.

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[Highland Park] Thursday pre-concert program at Heinz Hall
by Susan Robison 06 Jun '07

06 Jun '07

SHE MEANS BUSINESS If you'd like to hear the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra concert at Heinz Hall Thursday night (6/7), why not come early for the "She Means Business" program and networking opportunity. The event starts at 5:30 PM and is included in your ticket price. A cash bar and a light food concession are available. At 6 PM the guest speakers, Melissa McGavick, President of McGavick Interactive Coaching and Training and Marilyn Landis, President of Basic Business Concepts, Inc. will offer solutions to many of the challenges that face women in business. Then at 8 PM enjoy the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra Season Finale featuring Beethovens famous 9th Symphony and Mendelssohns Violin Concerto, performed by audience-favorite Sarah Chang. For tickets or more information to this Thursday evening program call Marianne at 412.392.3320. The rest of the concerts for the PSO season finale are sold out.

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[Highland Park] dog found!
by rachel matos 06 Jun '07

06 Jun '07

Loula has been found! Thanks to every concerned neighbor!

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