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

[Highland Park] re: in search of old card catalog (and other fun furniture)
by chris wildeman 23 Jan '10

23 Jan '10

hey there, just wondering if anyone knows where i could get my hands on an old library card catalog... my ladyfriend and i are into refurbishing old pieces of interesting furniture for fun. a card catalog would be a rad addition to our livingroom. looking for this item on the cheap. also: interested in any other awesome pieces of furniture you (or anyone you know) might be getting rid of. party on! chris.w.

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[Highland Park] For Sale 1995 Toyota Previa-4 Cyl. Wagon LE S/C All-Trac
by klahr 23 Jan '10

23 Jan '10

FOR SALE: 1995 Toyota Previa-4 Cyl. Wagon LE S/C All-Trac ("All-Trac" means 4-wheel drive ... great snow car ... never failed to make it up Heberton Hill, even in the worst conditions!) Roof rack, tow package, tilt wheel, bucket seats, cruse control, etc etc ~100,000 original owner miles on it. The 4 cylinder supercharged engine gets still gets pretty good mileage ~17mpg in the city. I purchased it new, and have maintained it over the years Its a great car, huge amount of space, very popular multi purpose vehicle with people who are familiar with the Previa. Kelly's blue book prices this car at over $3000 in "fair" condition. (See attached pdf file): I would judge this car as a little below "fair" because it needs some repairs. Bruno's Garage just took a look at it and they tell me it needs a catalytic converter, a rear brake light, a side mirror, and probably a starter. Estimated cost for the repairs is about $1200 - $1400. If you are handy, you could do some of this work yourself, and lower those repair estimates. I'd pay for the repairs and and keep the car, except that my son no longer needs it, (has purchased a diesel van to replace it). I'm starting advertising it within the Highland Park neighborhood, rather than on Craig's list, just to keep it local.You could get a nice van, for a good price, and I'm sentimental enough to like the idea that would still be chugging around the neighborhood. As noted, the Kelly blue book estimates are on the attached pdf document. If you are interested, let me know, via email. Once you see the car, you might want to ck with Bruno's to verify the needed repairs that I mentioned above, (they know my car very well, having serviced it for the last dozen years or so.)

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[Highland Park] For Sale
by Bernard K. Feinman 23 Jan '10

23 Jan '10

Good afternoon to Highland Park neigbors, We have the folloing items for sale. Nordic Trac Walk Fit 5000----$150.00 or B/O Awesome antique porch furniture--table, 3 chairs, 2 planters--needs TLC---$150.00 or B/O 2 Leaded Beveled Glass Sidelights---13" x 58"--$100.00 or B/O Old magazines like "Old House Journal"--yours for the taking. Cheri

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[Highland Park] With Love from Paris 66
by Lori Rongier 23 Jan '10

23 Jan '10

Dear Highland Park Friends and Neighbors, You are cordially invited to celebrate love at Paris 66 on Saturday February 13th at 7:30pm for a special Valentine menu. Space is limited and reservations and deposit are required for this special event. Sunday Valentine Brunch for Two will also be offered on Sunday the 14th from 10am to 1:30pm. No reservations are required for the Brunch. Hope to see you there. Vive l'amour! Lori and Frédéric Rongier Paris 66

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[Highland Park] Looking for a house in Cranberry Township?
by Ann McCarthy 23 Jan '10

23 Jan '10

Hi neighbors, My father-in-law is selling his house for sale by owner in Cranberry Township. It is a lovely house on a fantastic lot. There will be an open house tomorrow 1/24 from 1-4 pm. Here's the link to the craigslist add: http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/reo/1561139639.html Thanks- Ann McCarthy

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[Highland Park] Summer Camps?
by Lydia Blank 23 Jan '10

23 Jan '10

I'm starting to think about summertime activities for my kids, ages 3 and 5. Any suggestions for fun, affordable programs to make their summer great? Thanks in advance for your help, Lydia

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[Highland Park] In Search of Mary Poppins...
by blackacre＠tmo.blackberry.net 22 Jan '10

22 Jan '10

We are searching for an experienced trustworthy, reliable, and creative non-smoking caregiver with a flexible schedule to care for our active and fun-loving 8 month-old and 3 year-old several evenings a week (days vary week to week, but we know the schedule 4-6 weeks in advance). Must have a car as it involves picking the kids up in Squirrel Hill between 5 and 6pm on needed nights (we'll provide the car seats), and getting them home to Highland Park and fed, etc. till a parent arrives home around 7:30. One or two days a month will involve later nights. Must have references, a good driving record, and have (or be eligible for) Act 33 and 34 clearances. We are hoping to find someone interested in filling the position in the long-term, and who will become like part of our family and develop a great, caring bond with our kids. In general, the position would be about 25-30 hours per month (more if available for any weekend babysitting needs). Please reply by email, or call (267)205-3821 (leave a message if I miss the call), if interested. Thanks! Leigh Sent from my BlackBerry wireless handheld.

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[Highland Park] in need of apt size gas range!
by MS.J J 22 Jan '10

22 Jan '10

Hello Neighbors, I am looking to buy a 24in apt size gas range/stove. IF anyone has one that is not being used and still functional please send me an email, thanks! _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail: Free, trusted and rich email service. http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/196390708/direct/01/

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[Highland Park] Car breakins
by Alfred Boutros 22 Jan '10

22 Jan '10

I agreed. This seems to be increasing. I think we need to do something as a neighborhood about these breakins, as it is happening every day. Either get the police on it, or create a neighborhood watch, or something. I want a safe neighborhood!!!

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[Highland Park] LAW Gang
by Jessica Miller 22 Jan '10

22 Jan '10

With all the reports of problems with younger people I thought I would mention what I understand to be true about the local LAW gang. I don't see too many of them usually, but there were a group of three young people dressed all in black (the gang color) hanging for a good while on a corner near my house yesterday. I was going out for errands and decided I would wait until I got back and see if they were still there before I alerted the authorities. They were gone when I got back, perhaps because of the blue porch light I still have up (people started doing this when the tragedy of the 3 local officers being slain occurred, I keep mine up as a symbol of safety) or maybe because of diligent neighbors. As I understand it, this gang started when the crip and blood gangs first reached this area, as a way of protesting either gang. But then the people wearing all black felt they were targeted as a gang and so they became one. LAW stands for Larimer Wilkensburgh. Jessica Miller, Chislett St.

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