November 2008 - test-neighbhorhood@test.highlandparkpa.com

[Highland Park] new music
by Olga Watkins 06 Nov '08

06 Nov '08

This Saturday, the Olga Watkins Band will be premieriing three new originals as part of our show at the 1902 Tavern. Don't miss it. Info attached. -- Saturday, November 8, 9pm to midnight 1902 Tavern, Market Square, Pittsburgh www.barsmart.com/1902tavern NO COVER Saturday, December 6, 2008 Molly Brannigans, Mt. Lebanon 10pm to 1am NO COVER www.mollybrannigans.com www.olgawatkins.com www.myspace.com/soulkitchenband Olga Watkins, Diva 412-716-5119 Go ahead...Google me. Ich Chef. Du Nix. Now, get out.

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[Highland Park] thank you
by Olga Watkins 06 Nov '08

06 Nov '08

Thank you to everyone for all of the information about nearby locations to donate clothes! I appreciate it very much. Olga -- Saturday, November 8, 9pm to midnight 1902 Tavern, Market Square, Pittsburgh www.barsmart.com/1902tavern NO COVER Saturday, December 6, 2008 Molly Brannigans, Mt. Lebanon 10pm to 1am NO COVER www.mollybrannigans.com www.olgawatkins.com www.myspace.com/soulkitchenband Olga Watkins, Diva 412-716-5119 Go ahead...Google me. Ich Chef. Du Nix. Now, get out.

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[Highland Park] donation ideas...
by msranders 06 Nov '08

06 Nov '08

In response to recent inquiries: maternity, children's, and baby items can be donated to local women's shelters: Women's Center and Shelter 412.687.8008 (these numbers are all hotlines - the only numbers they publish) Alle Kiski Area HOPE Center 724.224.4673 Crisis Center North 412.364.5556 Womansplace 412.678.4616 In general, adult used clothing that is clean and in decent condition (including shoes and coats!!) - can be donated to our local hospital emergency rooms. I am a clinical social worker at Presby and we keep a small clothing closet of donated items in our emergency department, mostly donated by us social workers - we never have enough clothing for larger men and women. Our patients are not missy size 10s - they are sick, injured, bloated, and usually large - but we have a closet full of sizes 8 and 10!! We can always use larger stretchy items, sweats and tees, coats for in winter, and shoes. Many of our patients have their clothing or jammies cut off of them in the emergency department and have nothing to wear at discharge, no family to pick them up or bring clothes. Many patients are homeless, or otherwise quite indigent. I have sent a heartbreaking number of patients home in hospital gowns and hospital slipper-socks with a donated cab ride. Donation Centers will sell your used items to support their mission, which is absolutely marvelous. But I can assure you that we will put your clothes right on the backs of people who have none. I would imagine that the Children's Hospital emergency department also accepts donations. Many thanks!!

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[Highland Park] Lost Bluetooth
by Judi Bobenage 06 Nov '08

06 Nov '08

A friend thinks that he may have lost his Bluetooth headset last Friday evening while trick-or-treating with the kids. I've attached a photo. If you may have picked it up, please let me know via email. Thanks so much. Judi

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[Highland Park] Thank you!
by Martha Riecks 06 Nov '08

06 Nov '08

Greetings! I just had to send a short message to the list-serve this morning, to thank the incredible numbers of our Highland Park/East Liberty (and Morningside & Stanton Heights) residents who worked on the Obama campaign. Over the past few days, I have been just one of a larger team of volunteers helping coordinate the canvass efforts running out of the East End Obama Campaign office for the neighborhood, and I am just amazed by how many of you came through the office, eager and excited to help. There were so many familiar faces that I recognized from Tazzo's, the park and the 93A/77D buses. All of you were willing to tackle our canvass route packs and keep returning for more packs of flyers and more lists of doors to knock on. These volunteers were even willing to trek out to other parts of the east end when it was needed! Cupcakes, fruit, energy bars, bottles of water and more just kept appearing to keep everyone fueled, dropped off by even more friendly faces from the neighborhood. While all this was going on, it was rather striking to notice what a diverse group of volunteers we had, in terms of both age and race - it was just really incredible and we should all be proud to live in a neighborhood were this diversity flourishes. I had been so busy, I had not even had the time to give it any thought until one of the news reporters who stopped by the office commented on it -- I then realized what a powerful message it sent. And what I saw over the past days doesn't even include the volunteers working out of the other east end staging locations, making phone calls, running errands, driving around voters and volunteers and more! Finally, I also want to thank all of us here in the east end who answered your doors even when you knew it was canvassers there, had genuine conversations with us, and offered so many words of support to these volunteers. We heard wonderful and inspiring stories along almost every route, that reminded those of us volunteering how important it is that we all have the opportunity to expresses our voices and ideas - and vote for change! Best, Martha Riecks

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[Highland Park] Supplemental Income
by Radford Sellner 06 Nov '08

06 Nov '08

My name is Rad Sellner and I am looking for general contracting work, evenings and weekends, in the Highland Park area and surrounding communities. My partner and I have a combined 35 years of experience in almost every aspect of the construction field. We are both teachers at a nearby alternative education facility. We have experience with electrical, plumbing, drywall, painting, remodeling bathrooms and kitchens, building retaining walls/decks, and just about anything else. Currently, we are siding two additions. References are available upon request. Please give me a call at 412-441-4240 or e-mail me at rsellner(a)comcast.net. Thank you in advance, Rad Sellner and Mike Brink Radford Sellner, M.A. Special Education Abraxas Youth and Family Services Abraxas Pittsburgh School 437 Turrett St. Pgh. PA. 15206 412-954-0018 ex. 72357 412-954-0022 Fax rsellner(a)abraxasyfs.com

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[Highland Park] donation question
by Olga Watkins 06 Nov '08

06 Nov '08

Can anyone tell me where is the closest place for me to donate/drop off a ton of used clothes? Thanks! Olga Watkins -- Saturday, November 8, 9pm to midnight 1902 Tavern, Market Square, Pittsburgh www.barsmart.com/1902tavern NO COVER Saturday, December 6, 2008 Molly Brannigans, Mt. Lebanon 10pm to 1am NO COVER www.mollybrannigans.com www.olgawatkins.com www.myspace.com/soulkitchenband Olga Watkins, Diva 412-716-5119 Go ahead...Google me. Ich Chef. Du Nix. Now, get out.

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[Highland Park] RESEND: The environment as economic development? ECOpreneuring? What is it and how do I do it?
by Chris2 06 Nov '08

06 Nov '08

Sorry for the resend. Saturday, November 8, 7:30pm Enrico's Tazza D'Oro 1125 N. Highland Ave, Highland Park Sustainability is fast becoming an economic development tool for America’s urban and rural fabric and, increasingly, launching for- or non-profit ventures is seen as the means to create a more sustainable and socially just tomorrow. The ecopreneurs running them are becoming the very foundation of the emerging new green economy of the 21st Century. You might be considering the ecological/economical convergence yourself, but how do you get involved and turn this into the good life for you and vitality for your planet and community? Ecopreneuring is a fresh and dynamic approach to entrepreneurial thinking, blending passion for the planet with small business pragmatics and smashing the stereotype that "doing good" and "running a business" are exclusive. Join John Ivanko and Lisa Kivirist – 11- year ecopreneuring veterans and trailblazers - as they discuss ways to take advantage of existing business structures and incentives to benefit our endeavors, our planet, and ourselves. John and Lisa will share their decade of experiences insights as told in their book ECOpreneuring, and provide vital how-to insight to those looking who want to start a venture, already running one, trying to differentiate themselves from competitors in the for- and non-profit worlds, want to leverage sustainability as a revitalization engine within their community. About the Presenters Lisa Kivirist and John Ivanko are innkeepers of the award-winning Inn Serendipity Bed & Breakfast, completely powered by renewable energy. This husband-and-wife duo are national speakers, marketing consultants and co-authors of Rural Renaissance and Edible Earth. They regularly contribute to projects for the non-profit Renewing the Countryside, providing success stories and practical resources for rural entrepreneurs and farmers. Kivirist is also a distinguished W.K Kellogg Foundation Food and Society Fellow and Ivanko is the co- author and photographer for numerous multicultural children's books for the Global Fund for Children. They share their organic Wisconsin farm with their son, a thriving colony of honeybees, millions of ladybugs, and visitors from around the globe. Their most recent book, ECOpreneuring, is a how-to guide for those looking to blend social and environmental change with entrepreneurial endeavors.

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[Highland Park] Thank you!
by Michelle Wahila 06 Nov '08

06 Nov '08

Hi Neighbors! I have a nice set of contractors to start calling now. I will be sure to keep a list in case anyone else is interested. Thanks for your help, Michelle

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[Highland Park] robbery on N. Beatty St.
by janet jai 05 Nov '08

05 Nov '08

A neighbor's house on North Beatty St. was robbed between 12 & 2 in the afternoon on Monday, Nov. 3 while she was out grocery shopping. It sure seems like robbers are keeping a watch on houses here in Highland Park and breaking in during even short periods when people are out. jai

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