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

[Highland Park] plumber needed
by Amanda Gillespie 22 Mar '10

22 Mar '10

Hello We are looking for plumber recommendations for a very simple job. Thank you! Amanda

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[Highland Park] Census Testing and Application Schedule Week of March 21st
by Judith Lesso 21 Mar '10

21 Mar '10

Thanks to all who have applied for US Census jobs. Some hiring has begun though the biggest push won't occur till after the 5th of April. We still need applicants to fill our 2,000 part-time temporary jobs in the Pittsburgh area! It is important to know that eligibility for many public benefits will not be affected by temporary Census employment including, Public Housing, Food Stamps, TANF, Medicaid (Medical Assistance), Unemployment (unless you earn over your limit, then it is extended), and others. Space is available this week for the basic skills test and application sessions. We have two testing and application sessions in Highland Park this week: Thurs. March 25th at 10am - Union Project Fri. March 26th at 1pm - St. Andrew's Episcopal Church Below is the full list of testing for the week of March 21st with your Highland Park team. Mon. 3/22 10:00am at Eastminster Presbyterian Church, East Liberty 10:00am at Eastside Neighborhood Employment Center, Garfield/Friendship Tues. 3/23 10:00am at Teamsters Temple, Lawrenceville 6:00pm at Eastminster Presbyterian Church, East Liberty Wed. 3/24 10:00am at Eastminster Presbyterian Church, East Liberty 10:00am at Eastside Neighborhood Employment Center, Garfield/Friendship 2:00pm at Third Presbyterian Church, Shadyside 2:00pm at St. Joseph, Bloomfield 5:30pm at Eastside Neighborhood Employment Center, Garfield/Friendship Thurs. 3/25 10:00am at Teamsters Temple, Lawrenceville 10:00am at Union Project, Highland Park 10:00am at St. Joseph, Bloomfield 3:00pm at East Liberty Presbyterian Church, East Liberty 6:00pm at United Cerebral Palsy, North Oakland Fri. 3/26 10:00am at Coffee Tree Roasters, Shadyside 11:00am at Rodef Shalom, Shadyside/Oakland 1:00pm at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church 2:00pm at Stephen Foster Community Center Lawrenceville 6:00pm at Kingsley Association, Larimer Sat. 3/27 12:00pm at Eastminster Presbyterian Church Call 412-770-3360 to register. Walk-ins are also welcome! Please bring - a passport or - a photo ID and a Social Security Card or Birth Certificate. You must be 18 years old to apply. Please also try to arrive 15 ahead to fill out the application form. Here is our original email with more information. Good paying US Census Jobs are available for the 2010 Census! Apply now in Highland Park! The US Census Bureau is seeking applicants for hundreds of good paying part-time temporary positions in Pittsburgh and Allegheny County for the 2010 Census. Positions include, Census Takers (Enumerators), Crew Leaders, Crew Leader Assistants and Census Clerks. Enumerator Positions in the city start at $15.75 per hour! Four days of paid training. Work hours are flexible. Work in or near Highland Park. You can take a basic skills test and complete an application at one of many convenient locations, call 412-770-3360 or toll-free 1-866-861-2010. Walk-ins are welcome. For more information about the 2010 Census and to view a practice test, go to: www.2010censusjobs.gov. These jobs and the resulting census data are extremely important to the Highland Park Community. Census data informs decisions on how $400 billion in federal, state and local government funding is distributed each year. ************************************** Judy Lesso, Recruiting Assistant US Census Bureau 2010 Census Pittsburgh, PA Email:jlesso@hotmail.com Pittsburgh US Census Office (412)770-3360 http://2010.census.gov/2010census/ ************************************* _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail is redefining busy with tools for the New Busy. Get more from your inbox. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?ocid=PID27925::T:WLMTAGL:ON:…

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[Highland Park] Box Gutter Repairers
by Elaine Vitone 21 Mar '10

21 Mar '10

Hello, All-- Here are the recommendations/testimonials people sent in response to my question about box-gutter repairfolk. Many thanks, everybody! --Best, Elaine Michael Rosato, 412.441.4960 "He's worked on all the box gutters on our block." Don Kahler, 412-853-5030. "He's local and does the work himself." Paul Earnst, 412-312-0714. Sangl, 412-781-5842. "I had my relined several years ago and have had no problems since. Excellent!" Rick John Roofing, http://www.rickjohn.com/ O’Rourke Roofing, 412-881-2792. "When I had my roof done, my roofer did my box gutters. Don't know whether he'd do only the box gutters, but you could contact him. His guys did a great job with everything." Joe HOffman, 921 8662. "Not the cheapest, but fantastic work. gives a written estimate if it's a big job, and is prompt about showing up and cleans up immaculately. Highly recommended." Josowitz Roofing, (412) 421-5698. "We have been satisfied with work done by Josowitz Roofing on our house in Highland Park but we do not have box gutters." Hoolahan Roofing & Remodeling Company Inc, (412) 521-0191. "They did our box gutters about nine years ago and other roof repairs that we needed done. They were a great group of guys that worked very hard. I found the owner to be completely reliable, punctual and accurate with his quote. He is highly recommended by us. If you need to see what he has done on our place, you are more than welcome to take a look." [Email me at elaine(a)elainevitone.com if you want this person's name and contact info.] Earl Hord, 412-401-3899

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[Highland Park] Got Droid?
by Jonathan King 21 Mar '10

21 Mar '10

Hello everyone I recently bought a Droid smart phone - woof! - and am wondering if anyone in the neighborhood, who already has one, would like to connect to share their experience about how to best use it. I'm moderately techno-savvy and will be using mine for work (Office 2007 platform) as well as fun. Thanks, Jonathan King

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[Highland Park] Backyard help
by Lisa Eddy 21 Mar '10

21 Mar '10

We are looking for one or two workers to help spread dirt (a lot) and seed our back yard. Does anyone have any recommendations?

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[Highland Park] Need home for 2 cats
by Janet Horsch 21 Mar '10

21 Mar '10

Hi, I need to find a good home for 2 10-year-old cats. If you would like them or could refer me to an organization that can find a home for them I would greatly appreciate it. I would prefer not to take them to Animal Rescue League. Thanks, Janet -- Janet Horsch, MLS, MFA Writing | Editing | Proofreading (412) 606-2765

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[Highland Park] Phone Lost
by Dean Steiner 20 Mar '10

20 Mar '10

I believe I dropped my cell phone around the Farm House playground this evening. If anyone finds a Blackberry around that area, let me know! Thanks, Dean. Dean Steiner Business Service Representative University of Pittsburgh Medical Center T: 412.864.3031 C: 412.735.9927 200 Lothrop Street Scaife Hall 166 Pittsburgh, PA 15213 Contact Me [image: Last.fm] <http://www.last.fm/user/blockedfromfame>[image: MySpace] <http://www.myspace.com/mfarmusic>[image: Twitter]<http://www.twitter.com/mfarmusic>[image: Facebook] <http://www.facebook.com/amateurchemist>

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[Highland Park] recomendations for painters
by Pat Cinquini 20 Mar '10

20 Mar '10

We have just had an extremely satisfying painting experience in our home by Kelly and Paul Dougherty (412 362-9517) . They are very professional,neat and clean, careful,and detail oriented,also color experts. In addition they are very personable,accommodating,and most pleasent to have in your home.We are pleased to highly recommend them. Nanci and Dorothy Letterman

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[Highland Park] For Sale: 1 Pound Red Wigglers, a great composting worm
by Doug and Yvonne VANHAITSMA 20 Mar '10

20 Mar '10

Getting into home gardening, or wish your flowers were more vibrant? Start a worm composting bin! We are selling California red wigglers (1 pound - 600 - 1000 worms) which is plenty to start your own bin for only $10.00 (Online, they retail for 19.99 and up plus shipping). We've been worm composting for 16 years, so we'll also give you advice on how to get going.

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[Highland Park] Items for Sale
by Patrick Rieger 20 Mar '10

20 Mar '10

Hello all, I have posted some items on Craigslist for sale. HO scale trains, a Franklin Mint Monopoly set (without the houses, hotels, and tokens, they were lost), and a timing light for an automobile. HO scale trains: http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/tag/1653039365.html Franklin Mint Monopoly Set http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/tag/1653046218.html Timing light: http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/tls/1653044276.html Thanks, Patrick -- ========================================================= "My heart is warm with the friends I make, And better friends I'll not be knowing; Yet there isn't a train I wouldn't take, No matter where it's going." -Edna St. Vincent Millay Travel, 1921 --------------------------------------------------------- Patrick James Rieger =========================================================

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