November 2009 - test-neighbhorhood@test.highlandparkpa.com

[Highland Park] Tub refinishing and tiling
by Dbbogen＠aol.com 02 Nov '09

02 Nov '09

A few weeks ago I asked for comments on Avalon Tub and Tiling and received a glowing review of their services. I hired them and they have just re-tiled my shower and refinished my tub. I would echo earlier reviews. They were great. The shower and tub look fabulous - and they showed up right on time each day, cleaned up after themselves and comported themselves like professionals. If you need work in your bathroom I would recommend Avalon Tub and Tile - 412 583-8737. Deborah Bogen 1112 N Highland Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15206 412 362-8446 or cell 951 966-5862 _www.DeborahBogen.net_ (http://www.deborahbogen.net/)

1 0

[Highland Park] Art Lessons
by Grace Catranis 02 Nov '09

02 Nov '09

Drawing Lessons I'm offering Beginner to Intermediate Drawing Classes, Private or in Small Groups, Children or Adults. I graduated with a BA in Art and Master in Int. Design. Experience includes pencils, marker, and various other tools. I enjoy teaching and enjoy helping others learn to be creative, express themselves, and learn to draw. If you are interested you can send me an email: grace.joy.1998(a)gmail.com. Cost of Lessons is negotiable.

1 0

[Highland Park] looking for large dog kennel or crate
by Stephanie Walsh 02 Nov '09

02 Nov '09

We're going to be getting a new puppy soon who is going to become a big dog. We are looking for a large kennel (the wire kind dogs like to sleep in) and/or a large crate (the heavy duty plastic kind with metal door that are good for long car rides). If you have one you're looking to part with, please let me know. Thanks! It's still a surprise, so don't tell the kids! Stephanie -- Stephanie J. Walsh (412) 362-1770 home (412) 951-1987 cell

1 0

[Highland Park] kitchen remodel
by Stephanie Walsh 02 Nov '09

02 Nov '09

I know this has been posted before, but we are planning on remodeling our kitchen next summer and would like to begin meeting with designers and architects to get the process started. We are looking for someone creative to help us make big changes in floor plan and change the doorway/transition from the kitchen to backyard (maybe some landscaping type stuff, too). We're going to be adding a half bath in the process as well. We would really appreciate any recommendations for designers, architects, contractors, etc., plus any tips or advice that folks could share with us for this type of project. Thanks a bunch! -- Stephanie J. Walsh (412) 362-1770 home (412) 951-1987 cell

1 0

[Highland Park] correction to Holiday Cookie Class & Luncheon for 12/12
by Dorothy Tague 02 Nov '09

02 Nov '09

The Holiday Cookie class by Martha on 12/12 is a Saturday afternoon class from 1:00-5:00 PM. It is not Saturday evening. You will be making 7 different gourmet cookies from around the world and will also be served a light lunch. $70.00 Bring containers to take home all your goodies!! Dorothy 412-362-0679

1 0

[Highland Park] Pre-sale extended! Show this Saturday!
by Olga Watkins 02 Nov '09

02 Nov '09

http://www.olgawatkinsband.com/images/olgas%20new%20logo%20copy%20150.png http://www.olgawatkinsband.com/images/Olga%20new%20logo%20pink%20copy%20150. png http://www.olgawatkinsband.com/images/olga%20logo%20grey%20copy%20150.png . http://www.olgawatkinsband.com/menu-files/empty.gif <http://www.olgawatkinsband.com/index.html> HOME <http://www.olgawatkinsband.com/bio.htm> BIO <http://www.olgawatkinsband.com/press.htm> PRESS <http://www.olgawatkinsband.com/listen.htm> LISTEN & PURCHASE <http://www.olgawatkinsband.com/photos.htm> PHOTOS <http://www.olgawatkinsband.com/contact.htm> CONTACT US The new Olga Watkins Band CD "Long Time Coming" pre-release sale will be extended through Saturday November 7. You have one more chance to purchase your copy of the new CD. All pre-release purchases will be receiving a special edition of the new CD. The band will perform Saturday from 10pm to 1am at Molly Brannigan's <http://www.mollybrannigans.com> in Mt. Lebanon. (NO COVER) Visit the Olga Watkins Band <http://www.olgawatkinsband.com/new_CD.htm> website to purchase your copy of the CD for only 9.99 OR stop by the show Saturday to order. A portion of the proceeds from all CD sales will be donated to the music department at Pittsburgh Public's K-5 Arts & Humanities magnet school, Dilworth Academy. <http://www.barsmart.com/1902tavern/> click here Saturday, November 14 from 9pm to midnight, don't miss another great night at the 1902 Tavern in Market Square! <http://www.barsmart.com/1902tavern> Join the Olga Watkins Band at this local landmark for fresh original soul, blues & funk! NEVER A COVER!! (And the food and service are pretty damn good too!) http://www.olgawatkinsband.com/images/image001%20(1).jpg Thursday, November 19, starting at 9pm, check us out at the Hard <http://hardrock.com/locations/cafes3/cafe.aspx?LocationID=87&MIBEnumID=3&sr c=homepage_locationdropdown> Rock Cafe in Station Square, Pittsburgh!! Tickets are only $5 and you'll love the 90's covers and party vibe brought by of our opening band Toad Eating <http://www.myspace.com/toadeatingcantaloupe1> Cantaloupe. The Olga Watkins Band The Olga Watkins Band Electronic Press Kit OWB on <http://www.sonicbids.com/olgawatkinsband%20> Sonic Bids Pittsburgh <http://pghlivemusic.ning.com/profile/OlgaWatkins> Live Music Network Live Blues World Network <http://www.livebluesworld.com/profile/OlgaWatkinsBand> Linkedin Profile <http://www.linkedin.com/profile?viewProfile=&key=18808586&locale=en_US&trk= tab_pro> To unsubscribe from this e-mail list, <mailto:olgawatkins@gmail.com?subject=Please%20Remove%20me%20from%20your%20l ist> click here Do not reply to this email. http://www.olgawatkinsband.com/images/OWB%20500.jpg C 2009 - 2010 The Olga Watkins Band All rights reserved Web site Design and Maintenance by <http://www.ddswebdesign.com> DDS Web Design.

1 0

[Highland Park] Heating Contractor Reccommendations
by Marsha Kolbe 02 Nov '09

02 Nov '09

Thanks to all who offered their valuable experience and advice. Recommendations for Heating Contractors - We asked for those contractors who specialized in boilers American Heating I have used and highly recommend American Heating.....I just had my boiler replaced last fall, and they also installed my duct work and whole-house air-conditioning years ago. They are a family owned business and very reputable. You will have no problems with them...they were a delight. They are based in the South Hills, at 5120 Old Clairton Road, and their number is 412-242-4600. Good luck. Mine was around $6500 installed....I got a Byrant 90% Gas boiler model BW9....it is energy efficient and I believe it has saved me money on my gas bills. Boilers and more expensive than furnaces, but should last longer. ARS ( Automatic Control Services) We got our boiler from ARS in Glenshaw. They came back til it was functioning quietly. we went with the german made high efficiency one, though it cost more. they can give you a range.. I got their name from someone who manages several properties and has used them repeatedly. Their bid was cheaper than the ones from the companies that do a lot of advertising. Brunner, Al We had a high efficiency German boiler installed last fall, called Buderus. We're very happy with it. After getting 4 quotes we went with Al Brunner - (412) 279-2971. We paid 7,700. PS: whatever boiler you get, always check online the model's real efficiency rate, contractors tend to embellish that. Dongilli Don't know about boilers, but we've used Dongilli for years. They tell you what you don't need. I really like them. William Leslie We like William Leslie and he installed a new boiler for us several years ago. 412-492-1890. He sends a reminder to have things checked in the fall and sometimes we do that. Poilucci i have had nick poilucci 412 621 2502 he put two in for me does good work Restano Heating used restano bros for new boiler 2 years ago. price was right & service has been good. Schulteis Bros A better contractor is Schulteis Bros. Also, a better make of boiler would be a Burnham. Seigle, Mark I researched new boilers four years ago and Weil-McLain made my top brands list for high efficiency units. My plumber was doing the same and also had Weil-McLain at the top of his list. He was at our house last month for other work and we talked about his experiences since ours was installed in 2005. He said there are a lot of companies jumping on the high efficiency bandwagon, and he is skeptical of many of them. Our experience has been quite good both with the boiler itself as well as with our plumber, Mark Seigle. Excellent work, fair prices. Phone: 412-681-9091. Tedesco Heating They do great work and they are local (Highland Park). I use a very good heat/cool co. -TEDESCO Heating &Cooling -He is a HP resident (Hampton Ave.) and very reasonable and real,nice guy!!! 412-441-7747 I have always used Tedesco Heating & Cooling. Paul is the owner. He has done furnaces, boilers, and A/C work for me and is reasonable and detail oriented. Also lives in HP. 412 441-7747 We had Paul Tedesco, 412-441-7747, install a new boiler for us around 5 years ago. We got 3 estimates and his was the most reasonable. We paid around $2,600. We also have him help us keep some very old heat pumps alive in our house. He is local and has always been very responsive when we've called. Torbich, Bill Call Bill Torbich at 412/351-6606 and use my name. He takes care of my gas fireplace and gas boiler (radiator) heating system and is terrific! Village Plumbing We just used Dan from Village Plumbing, who was recommended by our general contractor for our new kitchen and he did a great job...His number is 412 2609787. Wolfe I can HIGHLY recommend WOLFE Heating and Air Conditioning. He has replaced my furnace and several friends furnaces. He is a personal friend, extremely reasonably priced, and most of all, prompt. He shows up when he says he will. His number is 412 761-8536, Cell 412 583 4408. Note: It was also recommended not to purchase a brand called Dunkirk made by Carrier

1 0

[Highland Park] exercise bike for "sale"
by Meg Reilly 02 Nov '09

02 Nov '09

Hello, I have a working exercise bike (kind of heavy) to "sell" for a donation to Animal Friends. Any interest? Meg Callowhill St. 412-901-0901

1 0

[Highland Park] FW: School Choice Fair- Helping Parents Pick the Best School-35 Schools
by Keebler, Emily 02 Nov '09

02 Nov '09

Please help us spread the word about this beneficial event. Thank you, Emily Emily Keebler * Office of Patrick Dowd * Pittsburgh City Council District 7 510 City-County Building * 414 Grant Street * Pittsburgh PA 15219 * 412 255 2140 emily.keebler(a)city.pittsburgh.pa.us <mailto:emily.keebler@city.pittsburgh.pa.us> * www.city.pittsburgh.pa.us/district7 <http://www.city.pittsburgh.pa.us/district7> -----Original Message----- From: RFlanag(a)aol.com [mailto:RFlanag@aol.com] Sent: Thursday, October 29, 2009 2:08 PM To: RFlanag(a)aol.com Subject: School Choice Fair- Helping Parents Pick the Best School-35 Schools School Choice Fair- Helping Parents Pick the Best School Parents/Guardians who are seeking information that will aid in the selection of the best school for their child for the upcoming 2010/2011 school year should attend the School Choice Fair. Representatives from 35 public, charter, cyber, and parochial schools will be attendance. The schools will share information on each educational institution's mission, academic levels, classroom sizes, school safety record, after-school programming, transportation, financial aid. etc. Information on how to apply along with application deadlines will be shared. The School Choice Fair will be held on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 from 4 to 6 p.m. in the St. Lawrence O'Toole Activity Center, 140 N. Atlantic Avenue (Garfield). Please share this information with all that could benefit. Please post the flyer, forward the email, and hand out info to your friends and neighbors.

1 0

[Highland Park] BATH AND BODY WORKS GIFT CARDS FOR SALE
by Difranza, Francine 02 Nov '09

02 Nov '09

I accidently purchased the wrong cards at Giant Eagle and they will not refund my money. I meant to buy Bed Bath and Beyond. So...if anyone is going to buying something from the Bath and Body Works or is in need of a gift card for the upcoming holidays, please let me know. I have (2) $50 cards and (1) $25. Thanks for considering!

1 0