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[Highland Park] St Andrew's Nursery School
by Valerie Sweeney 14 May '08

14 May '08

I know there are lotsof people with young kids in Highland Park, and I wanted to make sure everyone knows about a great asset of the neighborhood: St Andrew's Nursery School. My two oldest boys have attended St Andrew's, and my third will attend next year. Janice Burgett runs the program for 3- and 4-year-olds. The kids do all sorts of cool stuff - right now they are eating through the alphabet at snack time, racing each other on bouncy balls and hunting bugs outside, and working on acting out "Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus" for their end-of-year program. They do a lot of art and a lot of reading, and, equally important, they learn to share and to interact with other kids and to follow directions: all kindergarten-readiness skills. (I often tell people that if Janice started a kindergarten, I'd be first in line to enroll my kids). The school is currently enrolling for the fall, and if you are interested in observing, now is the time to do it. Contact info: Janice Burgett (Director) 412-361-2195 jmburgett(a)hotmail.com Thanks! Val Sweeney N Euclid Ave.

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[Highland Park] PRC's "Hard to Recycle" event, May 31
by Bob Staresinic 14 May '08

14 May '08

Citizens Against Litter has passed on the following info from the PRC. This is only one of the collections taking place thru the Summer. Bob "Hard to Recycle" Collection to take place in Lawrenceville WHO: A partnership between the Pennsylvania Resources Council, the Allegheny County Health Department http://www.achd.net/>, Appliance Warehouse http://www.appliancewarehouse.com/>, and e Loop LLC WHAT: Collection of major appliances (e.g. refrigerators and air conditioners), cell phones, tires, E-waste, and ink cartridges WHEN: Saturday, May 31st from 10am to 2pm WHERE: Allegheny County Health Department Offices (39th and Penn Avenue, Lawrenceville) DETAILS: Its spring again - the time when people are looking to clean house and get rid of their old stuff. This means time for the "Hard to Recycle" Collection Events. The Pennsylvania Resources Council (PRC) along with the Allegheny County Health Department will be collecting freon and non-freon appliances, e-waste, televisions, tires without rims, ink and toner cartridges and cell phones. All materials will be recycled and refurbished. Check out <http://www.prc.org> for more information on materials collected and associated fees!! If you are interested in volunteering or have questions please call Sarah at 412.431.4449 ext. 236 or email at <saraha(a)ccicenter.org>. A copy of the event flyer can be obtained at: http://www.citizensagainstlitter.org/pdf/2008/prc-hardtorecycle.pdf

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Re: [Highland Park] St Andrew's Nursery School
by LORIFRED9＠aol.com 14 May '08

14 May '08

And I third the opinion that St Andrew's is truly a special place where your children will blossom as they prepare for Kindergarten! We've had our daughter Chloe there for 2 years. Wonderful place with an extraordinary teacher, Janice Burgett! **************Wondering what's for Dinner Tonight? Get new twists on family favorites at AOL Food. (http://food.aol.com/dinner-tonight?NCID=aolfod00030000000001)

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[Highland Park] shoe repair
by janet jai 14 May '08

14 May '08

It seems to me that a good while back someone asked for and received suggestions of good shoe repair people. If there is such a list, I would really appreciate receiving a copy of it. Thanks. jai

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[Highland Park] Leaving Zone 5
by Brackney, Rashall 13 May '08

13 May '08

Hello Everyone, I just wanted to let you know that I have been reassigned effective May 26, 2008, to Zone 1 in the Northside. I have really enjoyed and embraced this community, and trust that you will welcome Commander Larry Ross with the same enthusiasm and warmth in which you accepted me. To each and every one of you, take care and know that I am only an email, or phone call away. And as always, stay safe! Cmdr RaShall M. Brackney, Commander City of Pittsburgh, Bureau of Police Zone Five Station 1401 Washington Boulevard Pittsburgh, Pa. 15206 Office: (412) 665-3605 Fax: (412) 665-3644

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[Highland Park] Fw: [HPCC] RPPP Post Agenda
by Bob Staresinic 13 May '08

13 May '08

MessageJust passing this on to anyone who is interested in permit parking. Bob ----- Original Message ----- From: Byrne, Lauren Sent: Tuesday, May 13, 2008 1:34 PM Hello! I am writing to invite you to participate in the Residential Permit Parking Program (RPPP) Post -agenda on May 19th at 1:30 pm. The hearing will be held in Council Chambers on the 5th floor of the City-County Building. It is important that your thoughts and concerns for the program and the proposed changes be heard. The public hearing is specifically regarding bill 2008-0256 - and I have attached the legislation. In short, it would increase the funding for the program, without increasing the cost of the permit. Some of the changes include: a $10 increase in fines ($25 to $35); yearly visitor pass would increase by $10 ($1 to $10); visitor passes would be valid for 3 days instead of 5 days. All are welcome to speak at the hearing. Registered speakers are guaranteed time to speak at the hearing, and they will be given the opportunity to speak before non-registered speakers. To register, call the City Clerk's office at 412 255 2138. All speakers receive three minutes. Thank you and please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns. Lauren J. Byrne Special Projects Coordinator Department of Neighborhood Initiatives Office of Mayor Luke Ravenstahl 512 City County Building 414 Grant Street Pittsburgh, PA 15219 Phone: 412-255-2566 Mobile: 412-670-6105 Fax: 412-255-2687 Gabriel J. Mazefsky Policy Manager Office of Mayor Luke Ravenstahl 512 City-County Building Pittsburgh, PA 15219 (412)255-2618 (412)475-1397 (cell) (412)255-2687 (fax) gabe.mazefsky(a)city.pittsburgh.pa.us -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- __ <http://lists.highlandparkpa.com/mailman/listinfo/hpcc>

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[Highland Park] Open Door Market/Garfield Farms
by BJ Woodworth 13 May '08

13 May '08

The Open Door Market Sunday May 18 12 noon - 6pm Union Project, 801 N. Negley Ave. On May 18th "Garfield Farms" will open it's second Open Door Market from noon - 6pm. Garfield Farms is an extension of the Open Door and various other churches and non-profit organizations. The purpose of Garfield Farms is to help people in the Garfield neighborhood learn to grow healthy organic produce on vacant and underused land. The Open Door Market is our first fundraiser. It will be held at the Union Project, 801 North Negley Ave. in Highland Park. The following is a list of some of what will be available. On the 18th we'll feature the addition of some specialty and heirloom tomatoes as well as a wide variety of hot and mild peppers. Seedlings: Tomato 4 pack - $5 ____________________________________________________________________ Hot Pepper 4 pack - $4 ____________________________________________________________________ Medium Peat Pot Hot Pepper - $2.50 ____________________________________________________________________ Small Peat Pot Pepper or Tomato - $2 ____________________________________________________________________ Small Peat Pot Heirloom Tomato - $3 ____________________________________________________________________ 3² pot tomato - $3 ____________________________________________________________________ 4² pot tomato - $4 ____________________________________________________________________ Tomatillo 4 pack - $4 ____________________________________________________________________ Large Tomatillo - $3 ____________________________________________________________________ Small Tomatillo - $2 ____________________________________________________________________ Cucumber 4 pack - $4 ____________________________________________________________________ Armenian Cucumber - $2 ____________________________________________________________________ Lemon Cucumber - $3 ____________________________________________________________________ 6 pack White Lisbon Onion Bunch - $3 ____________________________________________________________________ ------ End of Forwarded Message

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[Highland Park] SUPER SWEET DOG IN NEED OF A HOME SWEET HOME
by Mike Ransdell 12 May '08

12 May '08

My wife and I are fostering perhaps the sweetest dog ever - an 8-month-old pit bull/lab mix named Treena (see link to some photos at bottom of email). Frankly, I've always been a little leery of pit bulls because of all the negative publicity about them. So when a friend stopped by yesterday after rescuing her from a neglectful home, I was reluctant to take her in. We have a 3-year-old black lab and a 13-year-old cat and I was afraid Treena might be aggressive towards one or both. But she's been the complete opposite. She's completely submissive to our 50-lb. dog, even though Treena probably has a couple of pounds on her. And when she sees the cat, she just wags her tail. She shows no signs of aggression or abuse. She's very friendly, playful, and happy. She just needs someone who can give her some attention. Besides being great around other animals, Treena knows basic commands (she comes when you call her and she'll sit) and seems to be housebroken. We have even walked her off leash the past two days and she's been perfect. She usually stays within 15 feet of us and she always comes right back when we call her --- and she did this after only being with us for about six hours. She's really an incredible little dog. We can't keep her because we're moving out of state in a few weeks and it would just be too hard to have two dogs and a cat during the move. It's already going to be difficult with the animals we have that throwing another into the mix is too much. We're probably going to have to take her to the Animal Rescue League Wednesday, so please let me know ASAP if you're interested and I'll have Treena's guardian get in touch with you. Click her to see some photos: http://picasaweb.google.com/MPRansdell

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[Highland Park] Smiling Banana Leaf
by Debi Arnett 11 May '08

11 May '08

Highland Park and beyond ...thanks for taking my reccomendation for the new restaurant on Bryant St. I went there last night with a friend and they had been bombarded with patrons from the opening bell on Friday. We were the last ones served as they had run out of a lot of items due to the overwhelming response. We had an excellent meal including the calamari, soup and the pineapple/duck salad and the steak salad. Everything was cooked to perfection and wonderful. Take outs should call ahead if possible. (Some people left because the wait was long for takeout) That is because so many of us went at one time....Go back again it is worth it. I know I will. FYI - BYOB if you are planning on eating there. Only a few in and outside tables. Very limited seating. --------------------------------- Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now.

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[Highland Park] new graduate student seeking apartment
by Jana M. Iverson 11 May '08

11 May '08

Hi neighbors, Below is a message from a new graduate student who will be moving to Pittsburgh in August to begin the PhD program in the psychology department at Pitt. **************************************************************************** ********************************** Pitt grad student and 1 small, quiet dog seeking apt. Will consider 1 or 2 bd for <$800 near Highland Ave. Off-street parking, A/C preferred. Please email janamrea(a)yahoo.com **************************************************************************** ********************************** Any leads that you can provide would be gratefully received - she really likes Highland Park and I have been telling her what a great neighborhood it is! Many thanks, Jana (N. Highland & Wellesley)

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