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

[Highland Park] Another Cyclist attacked--in front of East End Food Co-op
by caitlin 15 Jun '10

15 Jun '10

I know this isn't in the Highland Park area, but many of us who were upset to hear of the attack on East Liberty Boulevard on Memorial Day Weekend may want to remain alert throughout the entire east end..... Pittsburgh is very bike friendly, but these attacks are terrifying and do not encourage cycling. 8 attack bicyclist in North Point Breeze Tuesday, June 15, 2010 By Anthony Fenech, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette A man who was beaten last night in North Point Breeze while riding his bicycle home from work is recovering at UPMC Presbyterian's intensive care unit. Ryan Ferrence, 26, is expected to make a full recovery and could be released from the hospital tomorrow. The victim was identified as Mr. Ferrence by friend Matt Narvis. Police spokeswoman Diane Richard said multiple units responded to a 10:30 p.m. assault call in the 7500 block of Meade Street in North Point Breeze, just in front of East End Food Co-Op. Mr. Ferrence, who is an employee of the co-op, started to ride his bike home around 9:45, and was attacked by a group of eight people. As a witness went to help the victim, the group fled, including a man who took the victim's backpack. According to Ms. Richard, police searched the area for suspects, but were unsuccessful. Mr. Narvis said the victim suffered a broken collarbone, has bumps and bruises, but "is in good spirits." Read more: http://post-gazette.com/pg/10166/1065756-100.stm#ixzz0qy78DVUo -- "Time is how the trees grow. I will fall asleep for a thousand years and a mighty spruce will have raised me high, high into the sky."

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[Highland Park] Packing boxes, plastic outdoor chairs
by avram1＠aol.com 15 Jun '10

15 Jun '10

Also have 2 big boxes/bubble wrap, peanuts...ask/get before the next rain! Also, 3 plastic deck chairs--a bit weathered, green, high backs, anyone want them?? --Avram

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[Highland Park] Thanks for Your Recommendations!
by Suzanne Kenseth 15 Jun '10

15 Jun '10

Hi Everyone, Thanks once again for all the great recommendations for a good mechanic! You guys are the greatest!! I got an overwhelming number of replies. Below I've listed the 5 that seemed to be the most popular. Once again thanks! Suzanne 1. Walter's Automotive - (412) 363-1000 2. Bruno's Garage - (412) 361-1750 3. Lou Iezzi & Sons on Bryant (412) 362-7022 4. Baum Blvd. Auto - (412) 682-1866 5. Fene Fink's in Aspinwall - (412) 782-6166 (recommended especially for Honda owners)

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[Highland Park] Searching for items...
by Tania Grubbs 15 Jun '10

15 Jun '10

Greetings Neighbors, I am in the process of redoing a couple of rooms in our home and in search of a few items. Daybed 1-Full size box spring wardrobe portable closet small desk if you have any of the following I would be interested, perhaps. thanks, Tania Grubbs

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[Highland Park] Beat the heat at the Pittsburgh Toy Lending Library!
by Genevieve Hower 15 Jun '10

15 Jun '10

Are you looking for a cool place to play with your young child this summer? Beat the heat - come by the Pittsburgh Toy Lending Library to play together and enjoy our newly air conditioned space! The Pittsburgh Toy Lending Library, a cooperative run by volunteers, is an indoor playspace for children, birth through kindergarten, and their caregivers. Located in the Shadyside neighborhood of Pittsburgh, we feature abundant toys encouraging imaginative play, gross-motor development and artistic expression. To celebrate the summer, we're offering $5 off of new volunteer memberships as well as a discount on Pittsburgh Toy Lending Library party rentals through 8/31. Rent the PTLL for any date in June, July, or August and the discounted rental cost is just $50 (members) or $100 (non-members)! And your first visit is always free. Check out our web site (www.pghtoys.com) for hours, location, and rental info.

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[Highland Park] Recommendation: Steel City Soils
by Tamara Hayes 15 Jun '10

15 Jun '10

Hello fellow neighbors, We are greatly impressed by Steel City Soils that we had to share with you their contact information. Steel City Soils: Local Urban Food Consultation - Soil testing & evaluation, Urban farm design Installations - Backyard vegetable farms, Raised beds, Edible landscaping, Irrigation systems, Small greenhouses, Water catchment They also deliver beautiful organic compost/soil for growing your vegetables in. steelcitysoils.com 412-992-8640 (Jeff)

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[Highland Park] wanted: chairs
by Rachel Beil 15 Jun '10

15 Jun '10

Anyone have 4 to 6 dark wood dining chairs they don't want? thanks, Rachel

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[Highland Park] Father's Day Ceramics Workshop this Saturday
by Jenna Sue Vanden Brink 15 Jun '10

15 Jun '10

Join us THIS SATURDAY at Union Project for some Father's Day mug-making fun! The whole family is welcome and no experience is necessary. Bring Dad, or give him a break and make him a handcrafted gift. We'll create functional ceramic mugs, incorporate texture, attach handles, and then add some color! Come because you like spending time with your family, you've never visited Union Project's ceramics studio, you love trying new things, we want to meet you, and of course because Dad needs a new favorite coffee cup made by YOU! When: June 19, 10-11am Suggested donation: $25/family Registration is available on our website <http://www.unionproject.org/Ceramics/Ceramic_Classes>or by phone at 412-363-4550 ex22 -- Arts Liaison Union Project 801 N. Negley Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15206 412.363.4550 ext 22

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[Highland Park] City of Pittsburgh bike-friendly award ceremony
by Amy P. Kennedy 15 Jun '10

15 Jun '10

Also, check out the Bike PGH website for E. Liberty-focused biking events this Friday. www.bike-pgh.org *************************************************************************************************** Come celebrate as the League of American Bicyclists presents Mayor Luke Ravenstahl with the Bronze Bike-Friendly Community Award Come one, come all to hear the Mayor's ideas to "chart the course for further bike-friendly improvements" We've come a long way since 1990, when Bicycling Magazine ranked Pittsburgh one of the worst cities in the country in which to ride a bike. The League of American Bicyclists, one of the oldest bicycling organizations in the world, bases their awards on the "five E's," and ranks communities as either Honorable Mention, Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum. The League of American Cyclists is coming to town to present Mayor Luke Ravenstahl and the Pittsburgh cycling community with our "Bronze" bike friendly community award. Wed, June 16 at noon Join the celebration of our Bronze Bike-Friendly Status with Mayor Luke Ravenstahl From the Mayor's office: "Mayor Luke Ravenstahl and community leaders invite you to save the date and celebrate this monumental designation as we chart the course for further bike-friendly improvements that will make our City even more livable." Please join us to show our broad support for a bike-friendly Pittsburgh as we move toward "Gold" and beyond! We need to show that this is important not only for Pittsburgh, but for Pittsburghers! Make sure to be there so that the next time the League visits, you can look back and see where we came from. * Where: City/County Building Portico, 414 Grant St., Pittsburgh, PA 15219 * When: 12:00 noon, Wed., June 16 www.bike-pgh.org

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[Highland Park] got chickens?
by Amy P. Kennedy 15 Jun '10

15 Jun '10

Hello, I'm wondering if there is anyone in the neighborhood who is raising or considering raising chickens and would like a back-up helper/partner? I would like to raise chickens myself but as an apartment dweller I don't think I could swing it with my landlord. And I don't think I could handle the feeding schedule on my own. If anyone else is also interested in this, let's get together. Thanks! Amy

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