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

[Highland Park] Plumber info
by Emily Viehland 14 Jul '10

14 Jul '10

Hi! Our sewer backed up in the rain last night--we carried over 115 gallons upstairs and out the door when it was still rising. We tried calling the plumbers on the HP-recommended list, but the vast majority were unwilling to do after-dark calls. So I went to the phone book and called a 24-hour plumber, Mr. Rooter. This was at 10pm. We were given a time window of 12 midnight to 2 am. When they hadn't shown up by 2 am, we called them again. The fellow answering the phones was quite surly, and said we needed to call back again in an hour to find out the status. At 3 am, I called again, and got their answering machine. They did not call us to check in and give their status until 8 am this morning, by which time we had already arranged for another plumber to come (through our homeowners insurance--the insurance company could not get any of their preferred providers to make midnight calls, and were willing to pay anybody we could get to come out; when we couldn't get anybody, they made the arrangements for a daytime appointment). The frustrating and discourteous treatment we got from Mr. Rooter makes it worth passing on this non-recommendation for their non-timely non-services and total utter lack of forthrightness. --Emily King Ave

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[Highland Park] List of Attorneys that do Wills
by Anna Montano 14 Jul '10

14 Jul '10

Hi everyone! I got so many wonderful responses to my request for a lawyer to do a will. This list rocks! I must have gotten 30+ responses! I compiled a list of all of the responses I got. If anyone would like me to email them a copy, let me know and I will send it over. thanks again, Anna Bryant St.

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[Highland Park] Bath Remodel
by Richard Kuroski 13 Jul '10

13 Jul '10

Hi, We are in the early stages of turning two bath rooms into one. Any input, good or bad, on contractors would be appreciated . It would be nice to avoid the horror stories that go along with remodeling if at all possible. Thanks. Rich and Bonnee Bunkerhill

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[Highland Park] Stained Glass Volunteer Day
by Allison Deasy 13 Jul '10

13 Jul '10

Are you interested in learning about Stained Glass but don't want to take a whole class? Or do you just want to do something that helps your community? Union Project is having a Stained Glass Volunteer Day. When: Saturday, July 17, anytime between 9am-3:30pm What: cleaning stained glass windows to prepare for stained glass restoration class, wear grubby clothes, ages 15 and up, no experience necessary If you are interested or would like more information contact Jenna Vanden Brink jenna(a)unionproject.org, 412-363-4550 x 22.

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[Highland Park] For Sale: worm compost tea
by M. Christine Benner 13 Jul '10

13 Jul '10

I will be making worm compost tea over the next few days, but I'll have more than I need. I'd love to sell off the extra to my neighbors. Worm castings are one of the best fertilizers out there--lots of helpful microbial life, nutrients, and even some natural pathogen- fighting qualities. Worm compost tea can be applied directly to any part of the plant without harming it. My worms have been fed only organic food scraps, so no worries about pesticides or herbicides. I'm offering the tea at $5 for 16 oz. and $20 for a half gallon. I have a few empty containers here, but if you have a bottle you want to use, feel free to bring it. It's best to use it within a day of completion (when I'll shut off the aerator) so that the healthy microbes are still thriving--hard to get the same deal from a store- brand variety. The tea should be ready by Friday. I'm on Sheridan, between Stanton and Jackson. If you are interested, email me, and I'll give you the exact location for pick-up. I will be making a relatively small quantity, so let me know soon if you want some. Thanks! Christie

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[Highland Park] Dog Free to Good Home - BEAUTIFUL
by Difranza, Francine 13 Jul '10

13 Jul '10

If you know anyone interested, please contact Amy at amy.utzig(a)alcoa.com ____________________________________________ From: Utzig, Amy M. Posted At: Monday, July 12, 2010 3:51 PM Subject: Dog Free to Good Home Posting for a Friend: Gretchen is a VERY loyal dog and is wonderful with people. She is in superb health and is 6 years old. She is a pure bred German shepherd with German bloodlines- female and spayed. Unfortunately her owner died and she has been placed in a home with other dogs where she is not adjusting very well. She definitely seems to be happiest being the only dog in the house! If interested, please email me and I will pass along the information. Thanks! Amy <<gretchen.jpg>>

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[Highland Park] Curio cabinet and Victorian chair for sale
by flamingoblue 13 Jul '10

13 Jul '10

I have 2 more items for sale. A very sweet Victorian chair with the acorn pattern and a heart cut out on the back newly upholstered in red velvet - $60 a lighted burnished gold curio cabinet with glass shelves - $75 If interested, please call me @ 412-606-7974 Marty Harkins

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[Highland Park] Chinese rugs, Dining room and kitchen table for sale
by flamingoblue 13 Jul '10

13 Jul '10

Hello Neighbors, I have more items for sale: I have 2 beautiful large Chinese rugs for sale - they are old from the art Deco period. Both are in fairly good shape and the colors are lovely. One is peach with a brown border. It has aqua birds, Chinese lanterns and cherry blossoms on it. It measures 9' 9" x 12"x4". $400 The other is a deep shade of rose with a great palm tree on it. It is colorful and most unusual. It measures 9" x 11' 7". $400 The Dining room furniture was my my Grandmothers. The mahogany chairs are shield backs in the wheat pattern and there are 8 of them - one is at the upholsterers. The table easily accommodates 8 chairs. It is a Duncan Phyfe style table. I had a leaf made for it, and it has 2 drop leaves on either end. I would like $60 for each chair and $300 for the table, or a total of $780. The kitchen table is a 45" round oak table with no leaves. I have 5 pressed back oak chairs. 2 match and 3 match. I would like $50 per chair and $200 for the table, a total of $450. I have a couple more items in a separate email. If interested, please call me 412-606-7974. Marty Harkins

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[Highland Park] Roommate hunt! Interested? Know someone? Hays Street could be their new home!
by Katrina Struloeff 13 Jul '10

13 Jul '10

In search of a roommate … I am looking for a third person to share my four-bedroom house in East Liberty/Highland Park. Located just three blocks for six major bus lines on a neighborhood street, the house has shared living space of a dining room, living room, kitchen, laundry, two bathrooms, small studio space, and huge backyard with garden and soon plenty of grass (it is growing right now). Available bedroom basically a full 3rd floor space with painted wood floors and amazing light. This room was actually one of the selling points of my house. This is a large and extremely flexible space. Flexible lease terms are available. I am simply looking for someone who is reliable, friendly, doesn't mind cats or dog (there are two calm cats, and a 10 month old mixed puppy), and relatively clean, to round out the house. Currently three of us live here, but one is getting married and moving into his new house a few blocks away. The other remaining housemate is an amazing musician (classically trained piano), and I (the owner) work for a local nonprofit. We both have somewhat flexible schedules and are around on the weekends and some evenings. It is a friendly but independent vibe around the house and everyone pitches in for general household tasks. Rent is $425-450 plus splitting utilities with other housemates. Cost dependent on additional storage space. Located on Hays Ave. between Euclid and North St. Clair. Direct bus lines to downtown, CMU, University of Pitt, Oakland, Bloomfield, Stanton Heights, Friendship, Garfield, Strip District, and East Liberty bus station (the bus way). Within a mile of Eastside retail/restaurant area, Highland Avenue business district, and Bryant Street business district. Street parking is available and does not require a permit. Ideally someone would move in the beginning of August.

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[Highland Park] Free stuff
by Bill Bollendorf 13 Jul '10

13 Jul '10

We have six very nice oak doors, in good condition. Some are five panel, a couple of two panels, one with 12 lights for glass, some glass included. Most have knobs and hinges. Also, sheets of heavy glass, 1/8th inch 40"x36" Good for artists or greenhouse/cold frame builders. There are 20 of these and also some assorted sizes of glass shelving. Free to a good home if you can haul it. Call Bill at 412-661-1498. Bryant St between King and Negley. Bill Bollendorf Galerie Macondo 5536 Bryant St. Pittsburgh, PA 15206 412-661-1498 macondo(a)verizon.net www.artshaitian.com

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