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[Highland Park] Acoustic Guitar Performance and Dinner: SciTech - GreenTech Benefit Concert
by Mary Beth Steisslinger 04 Mar '10

04 Mar '10

Spread the word to music lovers for this good-deed event > Here is the press release and the link to get tickets below. THEY > WILL END SALES AT 4PM on FRIDAY, MARCH 12. NO TICKETS WILL BE > AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR. > > I hope some of you can come and show the greater Pittsburgh > community how strongly we feel about science education outreach and > sustainability. This is the first GreenTech event of its kind as > part of a Science Technology outreach consortium. Let's be > groundbreakers once again, Three Rivers Bioneers. > > Steph Simmons > > ACCLAIMED ACOUSTIC GUITARISTS TO PERFORM AT CARNEGIE SCIENCE CENTER > > Concert to benefit Science Center, local Sierra Club > > PITTSBURGH - Three renowned acoustic guitarists will perform at a > concert titled An Acoustic Evening on Friday, March 12, at Carnegie > Science Center. Proceeds from the concert will benefit environmental > education programs for the Science Center and the Allegheny Sierra > Club’s Water Committee, making it possible for more students from > underserved schools and neighborhoods to participate, become > inspired, and　learn about　career opportunities for their future. > 　　　　 > > A pre-concert reception beginning at 7 pm will feature food by > Sausalido, a bistro in Bloomfield, along with beer, wine, and soft > drinks. The concert begins at 8 pm. > > Guitarists Ken Bonfield, Steve Davison, and Tim Farrell will play > exquisite guitar music ranging from country, blues, ragtime, and > folk, to traditional Celtic, jazz, classical, contemporary, and even > a couple of rock covers. “Acoustic guitar fans know that having > these three distinguished musicians appear together is a rare > event,” says Linda Ortenzo, director of the Science Center’s > Regional SciTech Initiative. “We are thrilled to present this > unique program with the Allegheny Sierra Club to raise awareness and > funds to fulfill our shared educational goals and commitment to our > community.” > > Ken Bonfield has performed with such talented artists as Michael > Manring, Teja Gerken, Larry Allen Brown, Brooks Williams, and Dakota > Dave Hull. He and Steve Davison have been featured performers at > such venues as Caffe Lena in Saratoga Springs, N.Y., the nation’s > oldest continuously operating coffee house; Club Passim in > Cambridge, Mass; Eddie's Attic in Atlanta; the Kent State Folk > Festival; and the Montreal Guitar Show, among many others. > > Tim Farrell has written many works for the guitar, both as a solo > instrument and with other instruments. He has played with Yes > keyboard legend Rick Wakeman and has provided the music for > Multimedia Presentations, television and radio shows, soundtracks, > and interactive theater productions. He serves on the faculty of the > Community Conservatory in Doylestown, Pa., where he is also the > artistic director of the Stretched Strings Concert and Workshop > Series. > > After the concert, the musicians will autograph and sell their CDs. > > “It is wonderful to be able to partner with Carnegie Science Center > to bring more science education opportunities to students from > around the region,” says Stephanie N. Simmons, Water Chair, > Allegheny Group, Sierra Club. “ Improving their access to science > helps hone the next generation of conservatonists, earth scientists, > and sustainability experts.”　 > > In addition, it has been confirmed that Flir Thermal Imaging will > bring their Mobile Training Unit to the event. The mobile RV carries > a variety of Flir’s cameras used in water, gas and infrastructure > inspection, surveillance, and by emergency services personnel. > Guests will be able to visit the MTU in groups of 12, and try out > some of the life-saving equipment. > > Tickets cost $60 each, including food and one drink ticket for the > pre-show reception, and can be purchased at > > http://members.carnegiemuseums.org/anacousticevening > ### > > 　 Mary Beth Steisslinger, MS Integral Systems Biologist Global Commons Group www.wiserearth.org/group/commonsgroup marybeth.steisslinger(a)gmail.com

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[Highland Park] HP LAPTOP FOR SALE
by Difranza, Francine 04 Mar '10

04 Mar '10

17" LAPTOP FOR SALE - ALL THE LATEST TECHNOLOGY INCLUDING WINDOWS 7, BLUE-RAY DISC DRIVE, BLUETOOTH, WIRELESS, ETC. $899. MICROSOFT OFFICE 2007AND OTHER PROGRAMS WHICH I PURCHASED ARE ALSO INSTALLED. IF INTERESTED, 412-901-5753. Processor & Memory: * Intel® Core(tm) 2 Duo Processor <http://www.live.intelus.webcollage.net/server/costco/intelus-showcase/stand…> P7350 (2.0GHz) * 3MB L2 cache * 1066MHz front side bus * 4GB DDR2 SDRAM (both slots occupied) Drives: * 320GB (5,400RPM) SATA Hard Drive * Blu-Ray(tm) ROM with SuperMulti DVD±RW Double Layer (in one optical drive) Graphics & Video: * 17.0" diagonal WXGA+ BrightView Infinity widescreen display; 1440 x 900 native resolution * 512MB NVIDIA® GeForce® 9600M GT graphics Communications: * Intel PRO/Wireless 5100AGN WLAN * Bluetooth(tm) * Integrated 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet LAN * 56K modem Audio: * Built-in Altec Lansing speakers with subwoofer Keyboard: * 101-key compatible notebook keyboard with scroll bar and integrated numeric keypad * Touchpad with on/off and dedicated vertical scroll up/down pad Personalization: * HP IMPRINT finish offers a smooth, high-gloss coating with a unique, inlaid design which provides greater durability than a traditional paint process * QuickPlay brings your notebook PC to life with the push of a button, without standard boot up, to listen to music or watch DVDs * Integrated microphone and webcam Expandability: * ExpressCard/54 Slot * 5-in-1 integrated digital media card reader accepts Secure Digital, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, MultiMediaCard and xD-Picture card Ports: * Four USB 2.0 ports (one shared with eSATA port) * HDMI * VGA (15-pin) * One IEEE1394 (Firewire) 4-pin * RJ-45 (LAN) * RJ-11 (modem) * Two headphone outs * Microphone in * Notebook Expansion Port 3 * Consumer IR Operating System: * Microsoft® Windows 7Premium (64-bit) Additional Software: * Microsoft Works * Symantec(tm) Norton Internet Security(tm) 2008 (60 days complimentary live updates) Power Supply: * 8-cell Lithium Ion Battery * 90W AC adapter Additional Information: * Approximate Weight: 7.6 lbs. * Dimensions: 15.59" W x 11.22" D x 1.31"~1.66" H [Model dv7-1023cl]

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[Highland Park] seeking medium level digital slr camera
by judi teeter 04 Mar '10

04 Mar '10

Dear Neighbors, Maybe you bought a nice digital camera and you're just not using it? If you have a mid-range used digital slr camera you would like to sell, please e-mail me. My daughter is taking a photography class and would like to upgrade. Thanks! Judi Teeter

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[Highland Park] March Schedule
by cathy＠conqueryourfitness.com 03 Mar '10

03 Mar '10

Creative Fitness is open Monday to Saturday for 1 on 1 Personal Fitness Training or Group Exercise Classes. Our focus is to provide the best fitness programs to each and every client. Our goal is to instruct, educate and motivate you on a manageable lifestyle of better health and wellness through physical exercise and nutrition. Group Exercise schedules for the following classes Cardio-Kickboxing, Body Burn, Boot Camp, and Zumba are located at www.creativefitnesspgh.com or Call @ 412-378-7300. Creative Fitness Pittsburgh is located at 5406 Penn Ave. Sent on the Sprint® Now Network from my BlackBerry®

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[Highland Park] Looking for buckets, bottles, and foam board
by Kayla Berkey 03 Mar '10

03 Mar '10

Looking for a good way to reuse/recycle? Why not donate some of your empty floatable items to people with a plan for building a boat out of recycled materials! We're looking for these: - 5-gallon buckets (preferably with lids) - foam board insulation - 2-liter bottles with lids They don't have to be clean and we will come pick them up. If you have any of these items you'd be willing to give, or if you're willing to start collecting them for us, or if you have suggestions, please contact Dagan at daganyb(a)gmail.com. Thanks, Kayla

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[Highland Park] Awnings, down spout and Gutter Repair list
by MS.J J 03 Mar '10

03 Mar '10

Here is the list of responses I have so far, thanks to everyone who contributed!!! _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail: Trusted email with powerful SPAM protection. http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/201469227/direct/01/

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[Highland Park] Educational Outreach Program: Reduce Youth Violence
by Lydia Blank 03 Mar '10

03 Mar '10

Join us for a Symposium on Reducing Youth Violence April 30th-May 1st (See attachment for event details) Presented by The Pittsburgh Psychoanalytic Center in conjunction with Manchester Bidwell Corporation For more information, please call 412-661-4224 or visit www.pghpsa.org Thanks!

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[Highland Park] Unblurred: Friday, March 5
by Sarah DiLeo 03 Mar '10

03 Mar '10

Come and experience the art and culture of the Penn Avenue Arts District! Unblurred: Friday, March 5 1PM - 10PM | TWEEK CLOTHING - 4913 PENN AVE. BLIZZARD SALE! Store wide sale on all apparel, 10-50% off. Stop in and grab all your winter needs, and for live screen printing in store. Make sure to look online to stay up on what's happening at Tweek only atTweekHub.com. 4PM - 2AM | ENVY & CHEF J TROPICAL RESTAURANT - 4923 PENN AVE. AFRICAN/CARIBBEAN & VEGETARIAN CUISINE From 4-9pm enjoy our $7.99 dinner buffet special and our $2.50 Happy Hour Drink Special. Live entertainment beginning at 7pm and at 10pm free food and drink specials at the Unblurred After Party. Free admission before 10:30 www.chefjtropical.com 5PM - 10PM | FAST>>FWD GALLERY - 3700 PENN AVE. FOCUS YOUR ATTENTION Join us at the Fast>>Fwd Gallery for our first Photography Show. Focus Your Attention is a juried exhibition showcasing local and international photographers. fastfwdart(a)gmail.com 5PM - 11PM | SPAK BROTHERS PIZZA - 5107 PENN AVE. PORTRAITS Stop by for a bite to eat and enjoy the artwork of Mr. Joseph R. Holtz Jr. The show features Mr. Holtz's portraits using oil, media and acrylic on inverse glass. Check out Spak Brother's complete menu here. For more information 412-362-SPAK spakbros(a)gmail.com. 5PM - 11PM | STUDIO 5013 - 5013 PENN AVE. WINDOW DISPLAY Stop by the windows at Studio 5013 and enjoy oil paintings by Louise Criss. 6PM - 8PM C SPACE : COLLECTIVE - 4823 PENN AVE. WORK BY MICHAEL BENEDETTI Two dimensional and three dimensional work by local artist and sculptor Michael Benedetti. Inspired by his experiences working in Pittsburgh factories, Benedetti translates these ideas into his sketches, print work, and sculptures. For more details about the artist and his work: www.cspacecollective.com 6PM - 8PM | THE GLASS LOFTS - 5491 PENN AVE OPEN HOUSE Want to buy a loft? Want to see a loft? Want to learn how? Stop by the nearly complete Glass Lofts for a sneak peak of one of the units. 412-441-6147. 6PM - 8PM | MOST WANTED FINE ART - 5015 PENN AVE. PITTSBURGH Dan Thompson and Jamie Sauer will be showing their photographs of Pittsburgh and surrounding areas. These images are pleasing and readable. These two will be bringing their video production skills to a gallery setting. Thompson Video Productions and MWFA are available for rental. Bands start at 9pm: Grand Snafu plus Hang Low 412-889-7526 www.youtube.com/mostwantedfineart 6PM - 9PM | ARTica GALLERY - 5110 PENN AVE. SNOW GO! SALE We need to get rid of tons of old stuff to bring in tons of new stuff! Selling out the the bare walls wouldn't hurt us a bit! So come and save 1/2 Off on antique furniture, paintings, glass and tablewear, home decor, vintage clothing, jewelry and more! www.gagifestival.blogspot.com 6PM - 9PM | EDGE STUDIO - 5411 PENN AVE. MOVEMENTS Photographs by David Eskenazi. 412-345-5005. 6PM - 9PM | PITTSBURGH GLASS CENTER - 5472 PENN AVE. FROM THE EARTH TO THE FIRE AND BACK OPENING RECEPTION. In honor of Pittsburgh's designation as the North American host city for the United Nations World Environment Day on June 5, Pittsburgh Glass Center will host a local juried exhibition of artwork about the environment. Using their hands and three basic elements - sand, soda and flux - 28 artists create, influence, advocate and comment on the current state of the earth. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 412-365-2145 ext. 201. www.pittsburghglasscenter.org. 6PM - 9PM AND SAT. 11AM - 2 PM | RETAIL SPACE - 5469 PENN AVE. CLEARANCE SALE! Springtime is a great time to get a head start on gifts for Mother's Day, Father's Day, Weddings, Graduations. Grab bag Gift discounts up to $20.00, No reasonable offers refused. 6PM - 10PM SCHMUTZ LODGE - 5405 BROAD ST. UNSTILL’D. CLOSING RECEPTION. The Distillery 4 Program, in collaboration with the Schmutz Lodge, presents the work of eight artists, uniting to overcome the loss of their residency studio. Unstill’d includes site-specific installations and is curated by Distillery alumnus, Rose Clancy. Unstill’d represents the following artists: Heather Pinson, Dave English, Becky Slemmons, Carlea Cannon, Nikki Rosato, Rachel Debuque, Lenka Clayton, Ashley Andrews. 7PM | DANCE ALLOY THEATER - 5530 PENN AVE. ALLOY OPEN: Celebration of the Next Generation – College. Dance Alloy Theater will open its performance space to showcase the talents of up and coming dancers from three College dance programs; Point Park University, University of Pitt, and Slippery Rock University. Dance Alloy Theater will also share with their audience opportunities the dance organization has to offer through classes, performances, outreach programs, mentoring, and much more. Step into the next generation of dance and meet these aspiring student artists! 412.363.4321 7PM - 11PM | AWESOME BOOKS - 5111 PENN AVE. THOUSANDS OF AWESOME BOOKS in all subjects: Fiction, Biography, Music, Art, Philosophy, Poetry, Plays, History, Sciences,Movies, etc. 7PM - 10PM | IMAGEBOX - 4933 PENN AVE. SMALL BLURRY LINES. finds artist Steven Miller tiptoeing the spaces between Art, illustration and craft with a somewhat vulnerable and wobbly balance. With a combination of paintings and drawings on a variety of surfaces, Steven works with an ever expanding storyline to create surreal imagery that is insistent on being interpreted. 7PM - 10PM | INTERNATIONAL CHILDREN'S ART GALLERY - 5020 PENN AVE. ART OPENING On the first floor enjoy photography by Laura Bonnet and mix media by Morgan Cahn. Richard Rappaport on 3 for 4, "Whatever Works." www.richard-rappaport.com or www.internationalchildrensgallery.com 7PM - 10PM | THE IRMA FREEMAN CENTER FOR IMAGINATION - 5006 PENN AVE. CLOSING RECEPTION for Thread of Memory: Mixed Media by Joan Brindle & A Friendship In FLowers: Paintings by Irma Freeman. Music by the infamous Hilal Quartet, the legendary ATS and the Debut of Elephant Gerald and the Jazz Kissingers. 7PM - 10PM | MODERNFORMATIONS GALLERY AND PERFORMANCE SPACE - 4919 PENN AVE. CAROLYN WENNING: NEW WORK Carolyn is a painter and mixed media artist and has exhibited in Western Pennsylvania, including the Pittsburgh Center for the arts and the Mattress Factory. As well as producing her own work, Carolyn is a dedicated art educator. Themes frequent in Wenning’s work include psychological states of the extreme and the use of the body as metaphor. Come and socialize! Enjoy snacks and libations! This event is free and open to the public! 412-362-0274. www.modernformations.com 9PM - 1AM | LAW OF OFFICE OF RICHARD J. WALTERS and ADJACENT DOWNSTAIRS ARTSPACE - 5005 PENN AVE. ALTERNATIVE MUSIC ARGENTINE TANGO MILONGA 1ST FRIDAY HABEAS CORPUS MILONGA Come join us as we explore new music and dance Argentine Tango to groups like Bajofondo, Gotan Project, Otros Aries and whatever music arguably fits into the Nuevo/Alternative Argentine Tango lexicon, plus a healthy portion of classic Argentine Tango music. Classic Argentine Tango in Office and Nuevo Downstairs. For information contact rjwesquire(a)gmail.com or 412-721-7771. Sunday, March 7 6PM - 9PM | GARFIELD ARTWORKS - 4931 PENN AVE. CONTINUUM: A collaborative effort of the Lightworks photography club at the Art Institute of Pittsburgh. The theme of this juried exhibit, which runs through March 27, is time and its varied effects. 412-361-2262. www.garfieldartworks.com Sunday, March 28 1PM - 5PM | PITTSBURGH GLASS CENTER - 5472 PENN AVE. EASTER EGG. MAKE IT NOW. The Easter Bunny will be surprised to see a beautiful handmade glass egg in your basket this year. Make your own egg for just $25. This is one of PGC’s “Make It Now” workshops. “Make- It-Now” workshops are an opportunity to try glass making “on the spot” in 20 minutes or less. For more information, call 412-365-2145 ext. 201. www.pittsburghglasscenter.org. Unblurred is a monthly event that opens the Penn Avenue Arts District (4800-5500 Penn) for exploration by adults & children. The Penn Avenue Arts Initiative (PAAI) is a joint strategy of Bloomfield- Garfield Corporation & Friendship Development Associates to support artists in the renovation of blighted, formerly vacant buildings & in turn create an artist niche along the Penn Avenue Corridor. 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[Highland Park] Be Aware of Census Scams
by Carol A. Briney 03 Mar '10

03 Mar '10

The census is an important part of our communities. However, because of the laws it can also be a great way to scam . Please be sure that the person you speak with is actually with the census. Read the following and send it out to those you care about. NEW SCAM ALERT Type: U.S. Census Scam Method of Delivery: In Person Primary Region Effected: All Regions (National) Source: Better Business Bureau (www.BBB.org) Scam Characteristics: Beginning March of this year the U.S. Census Bureau's will send out a short questionnaire to every household in the U.S. and Puerto Rico in an effort to collect important demographic data. As a citizen, you are required by law to respond to the 10 short questions. From April to July, those that haven't completed their census will receive a visit at their home address from a census taker.. Identity criminals are taking advantage of the census law and targeting unsuspecting victims in an attempt to steal sensitive information. The scams perpetrated range from fraudulent emails designed to obtain sensitive information to attempts to impersonate census collectors. Most Citizens don't think twice about sharing personal information with a census worker, and that's why these scams can be very effective. It's important to remember there are distinct differences between a real census worker and an identity thief posing as a census worker. U.S. Census workers will have identification, a handheld device and a confidentiality notice. But these things can be easily fabricated, so it's important to know what census workers will not do: •They will not ask for your Social Security number or financial information, e.g. bank or credit card accounts. •They will not ask you for money or say that you owe money. •They will not harass or intimidate you. •They will not contact you by email- only by phone, by mail, or in person. For more information on this scam or variations of it visit the Social Security Administration’s website at www.ssa.gov. Use the search function and enter keywords "email scam". It is recommended that you follow universal safety rules-- even with U.S. Census workers. For example, avoid inviting strangers into your home, and be suspicious when someone asks for your personal and sensitive information. To learn more about the 2010 Census and U.S. Census workers, call (800) 923-8282 or visit them online at www.2010census.gov. ALERT #: 201001-4 Recession, What Recession? Carol A. Briney Home Office - 412.781.8773 If you want a recession proof home-based business with reliable, residual income, that will put the odds in your favor without all the hype and big investment click here. http://www.CarolBrineyWorkFromHome.com Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail.

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[Highland Park] Caring for the Elderly
by Service Point 03 Mar '10

03 Mar '10

Many people in our area are caring for an older loved one. This can be difficult when combined with a busy work schedule, children, or personal activities. If you could use an extra hand caring for your parents, grandparents, or elderly neighbors, we can help. ServicePoint For Seniors, located in Oakmont, is an affordable service that offers light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, personal care, or even help with grocery shopping/picking up prescriptions. We have been servicing the area since 1994, and would love to further help our community. Call Katelin at 412-828-6686 for more information. -- Kate Rogers Marketing Director ServicePoint For Seniors, Pittsburgh ServicePoint11(a)gmail.com 412-828-6686 www.ServicePointForSeniors.com http://twitter.com/ServicePointPgh

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