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[Highland Park] May Newsletter from Pittsburgh City Council District 7
by Thoma, Jennifer 03 May '10

03 May '10

Office of Councilman Patrick Dowd - May 2010 News and Updates Councilman Dowd seeks to resolve shortfall of Police vehicles in circulation. Councilman Dowd will introduce a resolution on Tuesday, May 4, for the purpose of creating a new City "X-Car Program" that will allow for one unmarked and two marked retired police vehicles to be available to officers on a temporary basis whenever police vehicles are brought in for regular preventative maintenance. The X-Car Program will prevent a shortfall of vehicles on the road during these times and allow the Bureau to preserve public safety to the best of its ability. Council District 7 is going techno. Councilman Dowd's District 7 office is getting into Facebook and Twitter. You'll be able to follow the official happenings of the office, City Council, and community activities via our facebook page @ Pittsburgh City Council District 7 <http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=113140928720192&ref=ts> and on Twitter @ pghdistrict7 <https://twitter.com/Pghdistrict7> . Bicycling Magazine lists Pittsburgh in their Top 50 Bike-Friendly Cities. A list that Pittsburgher's never thought they'd be on only eight years ago, Bicycling Magazine <http://www.bicycling.com/topbikefriendlycities/slide30.html> has released their Top 50 Bike-Friendly Cities in the US - and Pittsburgh fared very well. The magazine, that once ranked Pittsburgh the worst city in the country to ride a bike, just ranked Pittsburgh 28th best - inched out by Milwaukee, Boston, and Philadelphia. May is the season for markets - both farmers and flea. May marks the re-opening of two fun and valuable "events" in District 7. On Thursday, May 14, the City of Pittsburgh's Bloomfield Farmer's Market <http://www.city.pittsburgh.pa.us/PARKS/html/farmers_market.html> reopens at the Immaculate Conception School parking lot on Cedarville Street & Friendship Avenue. This weekly market occurs each Thursday from 3:30pm to 7:30pm. And in Lawrenceville, Little Flea is making its return on Saturdays at the corner of Butler St. and 36th (Goeller's parking lot) from 8am-3pm. Lawrenceville Little Flea <http://lawrencevillelittleflea.blogspot.com/p/about-little-flea.html> is a different kind of flea market. It's a curated environment made to fit the eclectic neighborhood, and features as a result a rotating variety of flea fare, craft/handmade goods, food and cultural activities. Upcoming Events Council to Go Wednesday, May 12: From 6:30 to 8:00pm, Councilman Dowd and staff will be Polish Hill's Lili Cafe, 3138 Dobson Street. Meet in the coffee shop and then take a walk around the neighborhood with Councilman Dowd - weather permitting. Thursday, May 27: From 6:30 to 8:00 pm, Councilman Dowd and staff will be in Highland Park at Enrico's Tazza D'Oro, 1125 North Highland Avenue. Community Events Western PA Conservancy <http://www.paconserve.org/243/community-gardens> will host its Spring Community Garden Plantings in District 5 over the next few weeks. If you are interested in volunteering in the district or elsewhere, please contact the Conservancy to register. And look for the replenished District 7 gardens at 30th Street & Brereton Street, Penn Avenue & Friendship Avenue, Highland Park Bridge @ Butler Street, Allegheny River Boulevard & Washington Boulevard, 40th Street Bridge @ Butler Street, 48th Street & Butler Street and 57th Street & Butler Street. The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh <http://www.carnegielibrary.org/future/> is holding a series of community workshops over the next 6 months to discuss what can be done to ensure that Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh remains operationally and financially healthy. The "kick off" set of workshops will be held on May 15, 16, and 17 at various City locations. Sunday, May 16, Registration opens 6:30am: A ride as unique as the city, Pedal Pittsburgh <http://www.pedalpittsburgh.org/Home.htm> annually attracts more than 2,000 participants ranging from families with children and recreational riders to fitness enthusiasts. Participants can choose from six courses ranging from 6- to 60-miles, this year starting and finishing at SouthSide Works and meandering through the City's diverse and distinctive neighborhoods including Lawrenceville, Highland Park and East Liberty. Did You Know? Among the occasional showers and blooming flowers of Spring is a very special happening in commemoration of some truly giving people. May marks National Teachers Appreciation Month <http://www.teacher-appreciation.info/> and May 4 is National Teacher Appreciation Day. Ever wanted to show how grateful you are to a current or former teacher? Or just how much you appreciate him or her? Our school district boasts approximately 2,040 teachers and Councilman Dowd is honoring them with a Proclamation on May 4. If you need some great ideas for recognition or care to learn more this special month of events, please visit www.teacher-appreciation.info <http://www.teacher-appreciation.info/> . To unsubscribe from Council District 7 updates, please notify Jennifer Thoma at jennifer.thoma(a)city.pittsburgh.pa.us and you or your organization will be removed from our contact list. --- JENNIFER THOMA | Administrative and Communications Director Office of Councilman Patrick Dowd | Pittsburgh City Council District 7 City-County Building, Rm. 510 | 414 Grant Street | Pittsburgh, PA 15219 Tel 412.255.2140 | Fax 412.255.2419 jennifer.thoma(a)city.pittsburgh.pa.us <mailto:elaine.zelmanov@city.pittsburgh.pa.us> District 7 Schedule of Events Google Calendar <http://www.city.pittsburgh.pa.us/district7/> | <http://www.city.pittsburgh.pa.us/district7/assets/2008-Newsletter.pdf> 2010 Annual Report <http://www.city.pittsburgh.pa.us/district7/assets/2010-Newsletter.pdf> [pdf]

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[Highland Park] Yard Debris Special Collection May 2010
by Thoma, Jennifer 03 May '10

03 May '10

Please distribute. ________________________________ YARD DEBRIS SPECIAL COLLECTION The City of Pittsburgh Department of Public Works Bureau of Environmental Services advises that city residents can dispose of yard debris to be composted on Saturday May 22, 2010 by placing materials out for residential collection by city refuse crews. Yard debris should be placed at the curb/alley for collection before 6 a.m. on Saturday, May 22, 2010. Bag Leaves for Collection: Residents must bag leaves in paper bags only and place them out at your normal refuse collection site. Bags should NOT exceed 35 pounds. Leaves in plastic bags will not be accepted. Tree Branches and Bushes: Cut, bundle and tie branches and bushes in lengths not exceeding 5 ft. in length. Brush diameter should not exceed four (4) inches. Please note that City Refuse Crews will NOT collect dirt, rocks, stones or cement. Yard debris left at the curb by contracted lawn care workers or independent contractors will not be collected by city crews. Yard debris not meeting the collection guidelines will not be collected by city crews. If you have any questions please contact Environmental Services at 412 255-2631 or 412 255-2773.

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[Highland Park] Kids summer rowing camps in Verona
by Jana Finder 03 May '10

03 May '10

Dear Neighbors, I found an interesting summer opportunity for kids age 8-18 in Verona, just down Allegheny River Blvd. It is a learn to row camp. This is a non-profit group called Steel City Rowing. They are almost finished building a new, green, LEED certified boathouse behind the Giant Eagle in Verona. It is a quick drive and they are offering two sessions this summer: June 28 to July 2 and July 26 to 30. There are full day and half day options. The full day has an ecological component in the morning. I was told that all kids under 13 must wear a life jacket at all times on the water & experience is not required. Lunch and snack is included in the full day camp; snack included in the half day camp. I am signing my boys up for the week of June 28, so if anyone is interested in carpooling from Highland Park, please let me know. The links to the camp brochures can be found here: http://www.steelcityrowing.org/www2009/Brochures%20and%20Forms/Brochures%20… Jana

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[Highland Park] The Carnegie Library needs your input!
by Holly Anderton 03 May '10

03 May '10

* <http://www.carnegielibrary.org/about/future/>* ** We are holding a series of community workshops over the next 6 months to discuss what can be done to ensure that Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh remains operationally and financially healthy. Please Join Us! *Saturday, May 15*, 10 a.m. - Noon Serbian Club 2524 Sarah Street, 15203 *Saturday, May 15*, 2 - 4 p.m. Sheraden Senior Center 720 Sherwood Ave, 15204 *Sunday, May 16*, 2 - 4 p.m. CLP-Allegheny <http://www.carnegielibrary.org/locations/allegheny/> 1230 Federal Street, 15212 *Monday, May 17*, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church 419 S. Dithridge Street, 15213 You may attend any or all of the workshops. Pre-registration is not required. May Workshops The “kick off” set of workshops will be held on May 15, 16, and 17, and we hope you can attend! Everyone is welcome to attend any or all of the workshops – they are located in different locations of the city, on different days and times so we hope there is an option convenient for you. Note that pre-registration is not required, and light refreshments will be served. The agenda for each workshop will be the same, and will include: 1. *A Community Briefing,* including an update on what’s been happening since December 2009, the decisions that need to be made this year, and the process we’re proposing to make those decisions. 2. *Interactive Discussion,* where Library staff and Board members are looking to the community to share their priorities and perspectives. Workshops will also be held in July and September as we move through the process. At each workshop we will demonstrate how feedback from the Community Conversation has been considered as decisions are made. <http://www.carnegielibrary.org/about/future/> ___________________________________________________________ Please see the website for more information: http://www.carnegielibrary.org/about/future/ Thanks! Holly Anderton Jackson St.

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[Highland Park] table is gone chairs are still there
by Dawn Zachow 03 May '10

03 May '10

the table has been spoken for but the two chairs are still there. free for the taking. dining room chairs with arms. good condition. 5506 bryant street, 15201 d -- dawn m. zachow, msw write on! llc program design/proposal development/grant writing 412.432.9986 412.202.3384 (fax) Every 35 minutes a woman tests positive for HIV in the U.S. (CDC 2010). Please consider the environment before printing this email

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[Highland Park] Highland Park 1 BR Apt available July 1
by Anne-Marie Alderson 03 May '10

03 May '10

***If interested, please contact David at 954-857-6302 or email at ddbinvestments(a)yahoo.com*** Highland Park apartment available July 1, 2010 · 1 bedroom/ 1 bath $675.00/mth plus electric · Heat included & free laundry in the basement · Large eat-in kitchen · Near Whole Foods, East Liberty developments and Park See attached flyer for image.

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[Highland Park] Spring Cleaning - Items to Give Away
by Elizabeth Williamson 03 May '10

03 May '10

Hello Neighbors, We are doing some spring cleaning and have a few items to give away: -Futon bed frame with mattress -Old grill Please send me an email at ecwilliamson916(a)gmail.com if you would like to pick up the above items before Sunday. Thank you! Elizabeth

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[Highland Park] Maternity clothes for sale
by Rebecca Moore 03 May '10

03 May '10

Hi All I am selling maternity clothes. Please see the caigslist post below. Thanks http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/bab/1721968027.html

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[Highland Park] Paint and recycled supplies needed please!!
by Alyssa Herzog 03 May '10

03 May '10

Hello neighbors, I'm currently serving in Literacy*AmeriCorps, and we, along with numerous other Corps in the city of Pittsburgh, are planning a large scale service project event in Wilkinsburg this Saturday, May 8, to kick of National AmeriCorps Week. We are going to be doing urban gardening and beautification, and we need your assistance with supplies! We are looking for the following supplies to be donated: 1. EXTERIOR paint and spray paint. This will be used on the recycled tires we're using for tire gardens. 2. Acrylic paint for arts and crafts. We're painting plant pots with youth who attend the event. 3. Used CDs. These will also be broken up and used for a mosaic effect on the pots. 4. Flower and ground cover seeds (no edibles please). These will be planted in the tire gardens. 5. Hosta plants--we have a few houses that we're cleaning out the front yards of that have huge trees in them. We'd love to be able to plant some shade loving plants below them to pretty it up a bit. I'd be more than willing to come dig them out :-) If you'd be able to help us out with any of these supplies, we'd really appreciate it! I'd be willing to come pick up the supplies or you could drop them on my porch. Please email me at alyherzog(a)hotmail.com if you can help us out! Many thanks, Alyssa Herzog Melby _________________________________________________________________ The New Busy think 9 to 5 is a cute idea. Combine multiple calendars with Hotmail. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?tile=multicalendar&ocid=PID2…

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[Highland Park] The Bryant Street Market is a Great Addition to Our Neighborhood!
by Nancy Levine-Arnold 03 May '10

03 May '10

Dear Neighbors, I made several trips to the new Bryant street market this weekend. The Gelato is divine. The organic strawberries were only $3 a quart and were the best strawberries I have ever purchased. The produce is organic, reasonably priced and looks lovely. There is delicious fresh local cheese and all of the other usual grocery staples that the Walnut Market sold. Check-it-out, Nancy Arnold Would you like to encourage the restaurants you eat at to care about the environment? Leave them an encouraging message when you leave a tip: www.dinegreen.com/downloads/2008Suggestioncard.pdf

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