January 2010 - test-neighbhorhood@test.highlandparkpa.com

[Highland Park] exercise/fitness ball
by elvira eichleay 25 Jan '10

25 Jan '10

i'm looking for a full-size fitness/stability ball - does anyone have one that they'd be willing to part with for a reasonable price? let me know! elvira n. sheridan

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[Highland Park] Free Quicken Willmaker Plus 2009
by Michelle Butler 25 Jan '10

25 Jan '10

Quicken gave me Willmaker 2010 for free when I upgraded Quicken, so I don't need this. NIB. Program-based wills are legal in every state but LA. Michelle Butler

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[Highland Park] Two computers, free
by Michelle Butler 25 Jan '10

25 Jan '10

Two free, aged computers, one Dell (works), one Gateway (not ours originally--working?). Contact me if you're interested.

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[Highland Park] Break-ins and community meeting
by Sherry Goldman 25 Jan '10

25 Jan '10

My husband and I missed the beginning of the community meeting last Thursday as we didn't get off work until 7:00 pm. Was anything said about what is being done about the break-ins and what leads they have? I was really disappointed that all that was said (when I was there) was what the victims are supposed to do. These are all common sense things, but I don't believe the onus should be on the innocent. Besides, many of the thefts are forced entry, even with burglar alarms. We asked if this was an excessive amount of breakins, but the police said it is average. With all of the posts about this, plus the fact we were were broken into twice in 8 days (after 35 years here without incident) makes it seem to me that this amount of crime is unusual. These people that are burglarizing our cars and homes are violating OUR boundaries and our neighborhood will only be safe when THEY are stopped and removed. What is being done about the root problem of drugs as well? I think Jonathan and Amy had a terrific idea about the community gathering the data to help the police, but ultimately it is the police's responsibility to keep us safe-- not OUR responsibiity to live in fortresses. This diminishes quality of life. I am very anxious about summer coming because we do not have whole-house air-conditioning (nor do we WANT it because we WANT circulating fresh air in our home). We need to leave our big box fans in the window day and night so our house doesn't turn into an oven (and our animals won't suffocate as well). I only hope that the motion detectors from our new burglar system will stop them. Sherry and Marty

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[Highland Park] Move Obama IB to Peabody - Public Hearing on 2/7 at 7pm at Peabody
by Dave Atkinson 25 Jan '10

25 Jan '10

Hello Neighbors, Would you like college bound 6-12 students in our neighborhood to have an excellent local school they can attend? Do you think that East Liberty, Friendship, Garfield, Highland Park, Stanton Heights and Sunnyside deserve a successful middle school and high school nearby? Whether you are a student, parent or member of the community, you can help make this happen. Peabody can become the home of the Obama 6-12 International Baccalaureate school - but this will only happen with YOUR HELP. What's going on with Peabody High School? Peabody may be closed very soon. Three out of four students in the Peabody feeder pattern choose a school other than Peabody (the feeder pattern is the geographic area assigned to the neighborhood school) . By the Fall of 2012, it's estimated only 194 students will attend Peabody, and the recent <http://www.pps.k12.pa.us/143110112993329507/site/default.asp> DeJong Long Term Facility Report recommends closing Peabody. What is Obama IB? <http://www.pps.k12.pa.us/539320111414234377/site/default.asp> The Obama 6-12 International Baccalaureate School is a magnet school that offers a rigorous curriculum with an international focus. Obama IB is open to any student in the district, but students have to apply and meet certain academic criteria to remain enrolled. IB schools have long been popular in affluent areas; they provide students with advantages that help them succeed in an increasingly globalized work environment. Some of the country <http://www.usnews.com/articles/education/high-schools/2009/12/09/americas-b est-high-schools-gold-medal-list.html?PageNr=1> 's best high schools are IB Schools. Why should Peabody be the home of Obama IB? Strong neighborhoods need strong schools. Obama IB at Peabody gives families an incentive to live in neighborhoods north of the busway rather than moving to Squirrel Hill, Shadyside or the suburbs. Furthermore, a PGH <http://www.pittsburghlive.com/x/pittsburghtrib/news/mostread/s_601764.html> Public School Committee made up of students, parents and teachers recommended that Peabody be the home of Obama IB. (Disclaimer: I was a member of that committee). The DeJong Facility Report ranked Peabody as a BETTER FACILITY than Reizenstein - but then recommended keeping Obama IB at Reizenstein! Obama IB at Peabody provides a great opportunity for students, and it will strengthen our neighborhoods. What can YOU do? Here's what you can do: 1) Forward this email to your friends and neighbors - especially people in neighborhoods north of the busway. 2) Attend the public hearing at Peabody on 2/7 at 7pm or Westinghouse on 2/25 at 7pm and voice your support for Obama IB at Peabody. 3) Email your Board Member at <mailto:boardoffice@pghboe.net> boardoffice(a)pghboe.net or call at (412) 622-3770 and ask him or her to move Obama IB to Peabody a. IF YOU EMAIL, BE SURE TO INCLUDE 'MOVE OBAMA IB TO PEABODY - ATTN: BOARD MEMBER'S NAME' IN THE SUBJECT b. District 2 (Highland Park, Stanton Heights, Sunnyside) - Dara Ware Allen c. District 3 (East Liberty, Friendship, Garfield) - Thomas Sumpter d. Example Text: 'Dear Board Member: I am a student/parent/community member in your district. I support moving the Obama IB School to Peabody. It's a superior facility and will support families in my neighborhood better than the Reizenstein facility. East Liberty, Friendship, Garfield, Highland Park, Stanton Heights and Sunnyside deserve a local 6-12 school that college bound students want to attend." 4) Please email me at westpennworks(a)gmail.com with your comments and let me know if you would like to do more to help. Your help will make a difference. Thank you. Dave Atkinson Parent and Highland Park Resident <mailto:westpennworks@gmail.com> westpennworks(a)gmail.com

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[Highland Park] Two free monitors
by Michelle Butler 25 Jan '10

25 Jan '10

Two computer monitors (not flat screen). Let me know if you have a use for both or either. Michelle Butler

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[Highland Park] Ikea Blinds have been taken
by Jamie Phillips 25 Jan '10

25 Jan '10

Thanks.

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[Highland Park] free furniture
by judi teeter 25 Jan '10

25 Jan '10

Hi Neighbors, We have two couches and one chair that we are ready to give away. All are comfortable and in reasonable shape, but also somewhat worn. The olive green IKEA couch has a rip in the back of one of the cushion covers. They also have been used by cats and dogs, so probably not for people with allergies. Great for a family room. Photos attached. They are in our garage ready to be carried away. Judi Teeter

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[Highland Park] Intermediate/Advanced Ceramics Class
by Union Project Studio 25 Jan '10

25 Jan '10

There are still spots available in the *Intermediate/Advanced Ceramics Class at Union Project*, which begins THIS WEDNESDAY. The class is designed for those with some past ceramic experience. Creating with clay is a great opportunity to clear up February blues. Sign up with a friend and both receive 20% off your class fee! 10 Wednesdays, Jan 27-Mar 31 6-9pm $195 class fee Instructor: Si Brown Feel free to call or email with any questions. *As part of our mission, Union Project strives to provide access to all. Financial assistance may be given based on need. -- Arts Liaison Union Project 801 N. Negley Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15206 412.363.4550 ext 22

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[Highland Park] Tee-ball or baseball
by Christy Valencheck 25 Jan '10

25 Jan '10

Can someone please remind me what came up about a year ago when a mom was looking for any local tee-ball or baseball leagues for kids around 6 yrs old? (Joan, was that you who originally asked?) Thank you, christy

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