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

[Highland Park] Modern Sofa / Futon Update!!
by Sean Miller 11 Dec '10

11 Dec '10

Update: The sofa has been moved to the lobby of my building so you do not have to worry about the stairs!! Much easier!! I purchased this sofa from Urban Outfitters about 8 months ago. It is a futon, but does not look like a typical futon. The base is solid wood slats that slide out when you want to open into a bed. There are no rips or stains on it of any kind. There is a slight tufting on the back. The fabric resembles a charcoal wool...its a beautiful modern piece. It is firm though!! I think that over time it will soften up. I have decided to sell it because I am changing some things around in my apartment. The retail price was $700.00 at the store, and I paid $249.95 on sale. I am asking $150... I cannot deliver. I am available Sunday, but I will not hold it for anyone...cash only 33" high x 31" deep x 80" long fold out to a full bed Let me know!! Sean

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[Highland Park] 2 Chamber Music Tickets
by Barbara Paull 11 Dec '10

11 Dec '10

Would anybody out there like two free tickets to Monday night's chamber music concert? It features the Empire Brass with Elisabeth Von Trapp (of Trapp family fame) and I believe it will be mostly Christmas music. The seats are very good, row E in the orchestra. That's Monday, Dec. 13, and the concert starts at 7:30 p.m. If you're interested, you can email me back. I will have the tickets at my home in Highland Park. Barbara

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[Highland Park] Wanted: Your unwanted interior paint
by Heather Cramer 10 Dec '10

10 Dec '10

Does anyone have any leftover interior paint? I'm looking for something in an attractive shade - preferably a warmer hue, but I'm open to anything not too garish or too bland. We don't need much - probably just a quarter can's worth - to liven up our plain white living room a bit. Thank you! Heather

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[Highland Park] FREE tree stand!
by Emily Viehland 10 Dec '10

10 Dec '10

Hi! I had managed to acquire 2 Christmas Tree Stands over the years, but I really only need 1. I will be keeping the bigger of the two; the smaller one is fine for narrower tree trunks (like trees 7' and shorter tend to have). If you want it, it is yours for free! I am leaving it outside, on my front steps. Come pick it up if you could use it! 1035 King Ave, between Wellesley and Hampton, with the green-and-white awnings. --Emily

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[Highland Park] Tuesday Musical Club Concert: Dec. 14
by Margaret Kenney 10 Dec '10

10 Dec '10

TUESDAY MUSICAL CLUB FREE CONCERT St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church 5801 Hampton Street Highland Park (Pittsburgh, PA 15206) December 14, 2010 12:30PM Music by the Choral and String Ensembles Ken Kortanek, clarinet soloist Program arranged by George Spencer and Paul Critser A RECEPTION WILL FOLLOW THE PROGRAM Submitted by Margie Kenney

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[Highland Park] Information on ticks from the Allegheny County Health Department
by Keebler, Emily 10 Dec '10

10 Dec '10

Due to the recent emails regarding ticks, I contacted the Allegheny County Health Department in order to make sure that everyone has information on this topic. In addition, I forwarded the summary of your reports to several individuals in the Department of Public Works who deal with parks. They responded that they have noted an increase in the number of deer in Highland Park (the park, not the neighborhood), which is the preferred host of deer ticks, so believe an associated increase in ticks is possible. The following is information I learned from the entomologist on staff with the County. Prevention If you are going to be walking in the woods or another potentially tick-infested area, you should wear tall boots and long pants. The best tick repellants are those that contain permethrin. However, this should NOT be applied to human skin - instead to shoes and pants. It can be applied to a dog's coat. If you think you have ticks in your own yard, you can purchase pesticides at most hardware stores. If you don't know if you have ticks in your yard, you can put thick, tall white socks on (and tuck your pants into them) and walk around in your yard. Ticks will be attracted to the white socks and easy to spot on them. (Just to clarify, this is not a recommendation of the Council Office, but what I was told by the entomologist.) Tick Bites If you have been bit by a tick, you should try to remove the tick and save it in a pill container in 70% alcohol or freeze it. If you were able to save the tick, you should mark the date of exposure on the container. If not, you should mark the date of the bite on a calendar or somewhere you will remember. If you develop any signs of illness in the weeks following the bite, you should go to the doctor. If you have signs of a rash, you should take a picture of the area (in case it fades before you can show a doctor). If there is any suspicion of lyme disease, the doctor will report it to the Allegheny County Health Department and will send them the specimen if you were able to save it (or you can do so). Lyme Disease Lyme disease can be carried by what we known as the deer tick, but is also called the blacklegged tick. Although this is the most common type of tick in Allegheny County, reports of Lyme disease in our area are relatively low compared to other areas. The County's entomologist said that there is a lot of good information about ticks online, particularly on webpages associated with universities. I found the following page on Penn State's website which had some technical information on ticks and Lyme disease: http://ento.psu.edu/extension/factsheets/ticks Finally, to end on a bright note, he also informed me that ticks become dormant once temperatures drop below freezing, so we should not have to worry about them for the next several months. 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>

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[Highland Park] Apartment Available
by Rachel McCurdy 10 Dec '10

10 Dec '10

The good news is that my tenant landed a great new job! The bad news is that they're leaving! Is anyone in need of an apartment? Please email me if you're interested. Rachel Here's the info: Large one bedroom apartment on the second floor of a private home. Very large rooms. Large picture windows that let in great light. Carpet throughout. Bedroom has two closets. FREE laundry, wireless internet and home gym. Located on a quiet one-way, one-block street with great neighbors. Within walking distance of many buslines, a great neighborhood coffee shop, and the park. $800 per month includes all utilities. Cats are ok with a pet deposit. NO DOGS. This is a non-smoking property. Available January 1st. Credit check required. Lease terms are flexible based upon your needs.

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[Highland Park] Almost new vacuum cleaner
by Susan Ryan 10 Dec '10

10 Dec '10

I have a Sears Kenmore canister vacuum cleaner (model no. 116.27514) which I bought new less than one year ago for $200. It has only been used a few times. It is powerful, glides across the floor easily and has an especially good attachment for picking up pet hair. I do not need such a feature nor do I need this fancy a cleaner. Includes replacement bags. Asking $100. 412-361-1390 --

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[Highland Park] Antique Reproduction Bedroom Set
by Deborah Daquila 10 Dec '10

10 Dec '10

Am selling a queen size North Shore antique reproduction bedroom set that I bought in Fall 08 and has sat in my spare bedroom..Paid $2,400 plus tax and shipping (bought it at Ashley furniture in Boardman OH) will sell for $1,500. Include huge ornate birch headboard and footboard...Large carved armoire and large nightstand with marble on top...marble is also on top of the footboard posts. All are a dark rich birch wood.

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[Highland Park] Steeler tickets are sold
by Bonnie255＠aol.com 10 Dec '10

10 Dec '10

Thanks for all your inquiries. The tickets are sold. Bonnie

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