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[Highland Park] Cleaning person(s)
by ozzieink＠comcast.net 06 Jun '08

06 Jun '08

I work at home most days of the week, so I prefer a team sweeping through my place in a few hours rather than one person there all afternoon. I've used this service for years and have been very satisfied with them: Tim Schwarz runs the business called "Cleaning Fairies" 412-243-8191.

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[Highland Park] Anthony Coccia has died
by Rudolph T. Maceyko 01 Dec '07

01 Dec '07

Anthony Coccia of "Anthony's Original Italian Ice" died a few months ago, so sadly this will be the first summer in a long time during which we won't see him near the park entrance with his Italian ice cart. The Post-Gazette has a nice write-up about him: <http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/06124/687294-155.stm> I've finally started the image gallery on the Highland Park web site by adding some photos I've taken of him (he was quite camera shy so he would not look directly into the camera :) <http://www.highlandparkpa.com/image/tid/27> Rudy

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[Highland Park] Local Computer Support and Repairs
by Steve Karl 30 Nov '07

30 Nov '07

Greetings, I just wanted to give everyone a "heads up" that you have a local community member that specializes in Computer ( PC ) Support and repairs and also has a "quick answer" help desk that is a local number, ( I'm on Winterton St. ... not in Asia ! ) for existing clients. My name is Steve Karl and I run and maintain the Pittsburgh PC Help Desk which can be found at: http://www.sightsea.com/pghpchd/ My "pet peeve" ::: New Computers that run very poorly because that "name brand company" put all that junk-ware in the machine. I've gotten really good at cleaning them up and making them perform well. Free Anti-Virus software that out performs the "2 big sellers" and is very "light weight" and easy on your PC. Initial phone consult is no charge, and most "quick calls" from existing clients are also no charge. Hardware repair / replacement also. So, give me a ring if you need some help, a recommendation on what to buy and where to get it, or just want more general info. Thanks, Steve Karl 412-441-4349

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[Highland Park] Still time to join in the Creation of the "Animal Adventure"
by Rudolph T. Maceyko 01 Sep '07

01 Sep '07

<http://www.highlandparkpa.com/node/456>Artists Laura Jean McLaughlin and Bob Ziller welcome you to free community workshops that allow children and adults of all ages to help make the 20 animal figures that will be installed in August on the retaining wall on One Wild Place (formerly "The Hill Road") near the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium <http://www.pittsburghzoo.com/>. "Animal Adventure" is a mosaic mural project for Highland Park facilitated and funded by Citiparks <http://www.city.pittsburgh.pa.us/parks/index.html> Special Programs and the Office of Senator Jim Ferlo <http://www.senatorferlo.com/> and was designed and being executed as a collaboration between the artists, Citiparks, Senator Ferlo, Highland Park CDC <http://www.hpcdc.org/>, Highland Park Community Council <http://www.highlandparkpa.com/org/hpcc>, Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium <http://www.pittsburghzoo.com/>, & Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy <http://www.pittsburghparks.org/>). The free workshops are held at the Farmhouse on the following (remaining) days and times: * Thursday, August 30: 4:00pm - 8:00pm * Saturday, September 1: 10:00am - 1:00pm For more information, call Citiparks <http://www.city.pittsburgh.pa.us/parks/index.html> Special Programs Unit at 412-665-3665. <tel://+14126653665>

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[Highland Park] GIGANTIC Record/Music Sale--Sat. Sept. 1 & Sun. Sept. 2--1126 North Highland Ave
by RBedeian＠aol.com 31 Aug '07

31 Aug '07

Hello Friends, There will be a GIGANTIC RECORD & MUSIC Sale this Saturday & Sunday--September 1 & September 2--at 1126 North Highland Ave., near the coffee shop. Featured in this sale are over 1,000 record albums. There will be at least 10 crates of JAZZ & SOUL LPS. There will be also boxes of other types of music for sale, including lots of ROCK & FOLK, and CDS. The sale will be from 9 AM to around 4 PM on both days. THANKS, George (_RBedeian(a)aol.com_ (mailto:RBedeian@aol.com) ) ************************************** Get a sneak peek of the all-new AOL at http://discover.aol.com/memed/aolcom30tour

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[Highland Park] Steel City Big Pour
by David Lagnese 30 Aug '07

30 Aug '07

Hello Highland Park Neighbors, Just want all the Highland Park neighbors know about the Construction Junction Fund-raiser that is coming up- The Steel City Big Pour. I am on the Board of Construction Junction and have worked over the last 9 months to organize the event. We are less than 3 weeks away from the event, which is on Septembeer 15th! It promises to be a great event with excellent brewers, a wide variety of food, and some cool art. And of course, the proceeds benefit a great cause- Construction Junction. Check out the enclosed marketing document with lots of info on the event. Or you can check out our website. <http://www.constructionjunction.org/events/> http://www.constructionjunction.org/events/ Tickets are available at Construction Junction, at East End Brewing, and online through our website. Tickets are $30 in advance and $40 at the door. Please let me know if you have any questions. David Lagnese Event Organizer 412-780-8402

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[Highland Park] Poetry Class for Teens at the Pittsburgh Center for the Arts!
by sophie klahr 30 Aug '07

30 Aug '07

Hello all, I grew up in Highland Park, attended the Farmhouse summer camps, Zoo Camp, graduated from the Ellis School and then attended Emerson College in Boston, where I recently cieved a BFA in Creative Writing. I'm excited to announce that this fall, I'll be teaching a course at the Pittsburgh Center for the Arts entitled "Exploring Poetry" designed specifically for 13-16 year olds. The course runs from September 19th to November 7th, and will meet each Wednesday from 6 to 8 P.M. This course will provide a nurturing environment in which students may engage with language, unfettered by the perhaps daunting or self-censoring influence of older, more experienced poets (i.e. no individual "who is, like, as old as my mom" will be in class, so students may feel a bit more comfortable bringing more sensitive topics to their poetry). Students will have the opportunity to discover the possibilities of language through in-class and take-home exercises. We will read poetry by both canonized and contemporary poets, which will lead to a number of exercises exploring the basics mechanics of poetry. Other exercises will include (but are not limited to) experimentation with a variety of forms (from the traditional haiku and sonnet to Found Poetry and erasure), as well as engagement with personal influences in visual arts and music. It is my hope that through my class, individuals might latch onto both inner and exterior inspiration, and complete the class with a new-found energy, a notebook full of new poems and questions, and a deeper appreciation of what poetry is, and can be. I encourage any students or parents who are interested in learning more about the course to contact me at sophie.klahr(a)gmail.com. A course description and online registration are available at http://www.pittsburgharts.org/school_fall07.php

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[Highland Park] ROJ on Sundays
by Bob Staresinic 30 Aug '07

30 Aug '07

Hello All I just had to write something about the Reservoir of Jazz concerts that take place here in August (and the first week in September). Unfortunately, 2 have been rained out, but the other 2 were great. I am not a big jazz fan, but I do enjoy the music from time to time. I did not attend many of the concerts until I started volunteering to hand out info and talk about the HPCC at these events. It continues to amaze me to see these crowds sitting in the Park enjoying music and their neighbors. This past weekend there had to be 500-1000 folks there. There is a variety of folks there, all ages and all races, just hanging out enjoying themselves. People bring blankets, chairs, tables, food and drink. It is like one large picnic. I would recommend that you come and check the last one (for this year) out this Sunday from 5-7 pm. Actually, plan on arriving around 4 to get a good seat and get settled in. Bring your friends and family and enjoy a lovely afternoon in Highland Park. Although I volunteer, and help set up, there are many folks who are responsible for running the event. Thanks to Ethan Winograd (from the HPCC); Amanda Morel, Brandon, Jim and Alex (from CitiParks); and Jerry at O'Neill Sound for arranging and setting up the event each week. Rachel Matos, who arranges for art/craft activities for the kids. And the great musicians who come and put on a great show. This week's performer is Spirit on the Hill, who I know nothing about. But I will be there, enjoying myself, talking to neighbors, and providing information, so stop over to the Highland Park Community Council booth and say hello. See you on Sunday. Bob

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[Highland Park] babysitting
by Teresa Bedo 30 Aug '07

30 Aug '07

Because of the many responses I've received, I can no longer accept additional requests for babysitting at this time. Thank you, Emily Emily Bedo eab36+(a)pitt.edu

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[Highland Park] [Update.unionproject] Clay Classes Starting, Rib-Off, Holiday Hours, Volunteers
by Katrina Struloeff 30 Aug '07

30 Aug '07

To view the full email update visit www.unionproject.org/About_Us/News UP item of the week: FALL CLAY CLASS SCHEDULE – Sign Up Now Come get your hands dirty at Union Project fall clay classes. Three classes are available including a Monday evening Open Studio, Saturday Open Studio and Wednesday evening Beginning and Intermediate class. Classes begin in the next 2 weeks! For details and to register visit www.unionproject.org/ceramics or call Justin at 412-363-4550 x22. Other UP items this week: CAN YOU SMELL THE RIBS? – SEPT. 15 – RIB-OFF HOLIDAY CLOSURES– URBAN FUSION CAFÉ VOLUNTEERS NEEDED – EVENT STAFF FOR RIB-OFF UNITED WAY DONATIONS 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.orgfor more information. _______________________________________________ update mailing list update(a)unionproject.org http://unionproject.mennonite.net/mailman/listinfo/update.unionproject

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