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

[Highland Park] Compost bin is spoken for
by C.Heather Kropf 06 Aug '10

06 Aug '10

Thanks for all the inquiries on the bin. There are many happy earthworms, by all accounts, 'cause apparently the whole neighborhood wants a bin in their backyard! Maybe the city should consider bin donations or something.... Anyhow, it's been spoken for. Thanks again, Heather

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[Highland Park] Reminder: Oak Wilt in Highland Park Session on Saturday!
by caitlin 06 Aug '10

06 Aug '10

Hi all, Oak wilt is beginning to have an affect on our urban forest, as 2 large stands of trees have been removed from Frick and Highland Parks. You may have noticed the removal in Frick--2 acres were removed at the end of Kensington and Reynolds. Once trees are infected, they need to be removed to keep the fungus from spreading. Anyway we are offering a free session about it on Saturday in Highland Park... come on down with your coffee and learn how the fungus is affecting our area and how it can be prevented and treated. *Oak Wilt in Pittsburgh: A Special Education Session* Oak Wilt is a fast-spreading fungus that is affecting oak trees in the Pittsburgh region. Once the fungus is discovered in a population of trees, they must be removed. A 2-acre stand of trees were removed from Frick Park this spring, and another large area of trees that are infected will be removed in Highland Park in late July/early August. What is Oak Wilt and what are treatment options? Will it affect trees in your neighborhood? Join us for a special session with the Department of Forestry, Friends of the Pittsburgh Urban Forest, and Steve Miller from Bartlett Tree Experts in Highland Park. See the area where trees were recently removed, and learn more about this aggressive fungus, how to prevent it, and how it is treated. A Question & Answer session is included. *Saturday August 7th 9am-11am Pool Grove Shelter Highland Park* RSVP: Caitlin(a)Pittsburghforest.org or call 412-362-6360... or just show up by 9! Please wear close-toed shoes and dress appropriately for walking outside. This session is for adults only--please do not bring children under the age of 15. Learn more about Oak Wilt in this article from the Post-Gazette: http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/10154/1062753-455.stm -- "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] SEARCHING FOR APT OR HOUSE
by maraphotography＠aol.com 05 Aug '10

05 Aug '10

Hi. I'm a professional photographer currently living in Friendship. My partner, is a professional designer/artist and we are very interested in living in Highland Park. I've been at the same place of residence for 11 years and even though there's craigslist, I have to admit that the moving scene is quite frustrating! What we are looking for is a 2+ bedroom with central air and hardwood floors in a decent neighborhood. We have the most well behaved white lab you will ever meet. She has been in my studio for 2 years and has never had an accident. Because of her, we'd also love a place with a little yard. We are good tenants and will respect your property. If anyone knows of any places in Highland Park, please contact me at maraphotography(a)aol.com or call 412 853 7950. Thanks so much, Mara Rago

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[Highland Park] Basement Contractor
by Matt Ferrante 05 Aug '10

05 Aug '10

Hi, I am looking for someone to redo our basement. Any recomendations out there? It is "finished" in a 70's stylle currently. Thanks, Matt

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[Highland Park] Need good window washer
by Jamie Contis 05 Aug '10

05 Aug '10

Anybody have a recommendation for a window washer? We're putting up storm windows and need someone who will do a good, streak free job for us. Thanks in advance for your recommendations. -- Jamie Contis jcontis(a)gmail.com

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[Highland Park] Michelin tires
by Athymeafterthyme＠comcast.net 05 Aug '10

05 Aug '10

We are selling 4 Michelin tires size 275-70R16. They are in excellent condition and did not fit our new SUV which uses a larger size. We paid $250 each for them and are selling for $100 each. Will accept offer on all 4 tires. Marsha

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[Highland Park] Reservoir of Jazz
by oftising＠comcast.net 05 Aug '10

05 Aug '10

Greetings Neighbors... I hope that many of you had an opportunity to attend our First concert of the ROJ this past Sunday, it was a glorious day to kick back, relax and enjoy some of Pittsburgh Finest Jazz Musicians in our own "back yard". This week will be more of the same... The Pittsburgh Jazz Orchestra, under the co-direction of Sean Jones and Mike Tomaro will be performing this Sunday August 8th, from 5-7pm. Bring your chair, blanket, picnic or you can just come hang and buys some delectable for Manno's or the "Ice Man". Thinking ahead? Sunday August 15th, 5-7- Kenia will be performing. For those of you who do not know Kenia you are in for a treat. Kenia sings beautifully and will take you on the trip of a life time to Brazil, with her Samba's, Bossa Nova's fused with Jazz. She will have CD's for sale, "Simply Kenia " and her latest release Kenia , Dorival Caymmi Songbook! Sunday August 22, 5-7- The Manchester Craftsman's Guild will be returning this year and presenting a concert on fusion jazz, Aurora Fusion Jazz! Sunday August 29, 5-7-Jazzology-featuring some of the regions college jazz educators coming together collaboratively for the art of JAZZ! Come out and see what college is being featured.... Thanks to this wonderful Community and Pittsburgh Citiparks for keeping the music alive in the our beautiful City!! Tania Grubbs ROJ community facilitator

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[Highland Park] More Books + Free Compost Bin
by C.Heather Kropf 05 Aug '10

05 Aug '10

Thanks, everyone, for snatching up the free books! I think I forgot to give someone my copy of The Odyssey. If it's you, please contact me. Thanks, and sorry 'bout that.More FREE BooksAdult + Non-Fiction:The House of the Spirits - Isabel AllendeBeloved - Toni MorrisonThe Sense of Beauty: Being the outline of Aesthetic Theory - George SantayanaTranscendence with the Human Body in Art: Segal, DeStaebler, Johns, and Christo - Doug AdamsBARGAIN SALE (Honestly, I'd be just as happy to barter for your extra garden veggies!)Snow Falling on Cedars - David Guterson - $1Advice to the Players - Robert Lewis - $3The Myth of Population Control: Family, Caste, and Class in an Indian Village - Mahmood Mamdani - $2The Voyeur - Alain Robbe-Grillet - $2The Samurai's Garden: A Novel - $2Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress - Dai Sijie - $3Babel Tower - AS Byatt - $2Misty of Chincoteague - $2.95Possession - AS Byatt - $2 COMPOST BINI picked up a free black compost bin that stakes into the ground at a seminar a number of years ago. My efforts in composting have been pretty lame so I am giving it away. It's a cylindrical shape, in two pieces plus a lid, with a little door that slides open near the ground to pull out the finished composted material. It needs to be cleaned up a little, but it's free and available for pick-up to the first responder. cheers,Heather

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[Highland Park] Saturday is 1.00 day @ Bryant Street Market
by Robert Collins 05 Aug '10

05 Aug '10

Hey Now, ** *SATURDAY ONLY - SATURDAY ONLY - SATURDAY ONLY - SATURDAY ONLY - SATURDAY ONLY........ :)* Feast up on a few of these bargains ORGANIC CALIFORNIA PLUMS.....1.00 LB..........SAVE 1.99 LB ORGANIC MANGOS......................1.00 EA..........SAVE 1.50 ORGANIC CALIFORNIA SEEDLESS GRAPES........1.00 LB *WITH ADDITIONAL 20.00 PURCHASE.....LIMIT 2 BAGS.........ADDITIONAL QUANTITIES @ 1.99 LB* ORGANIC HONEST TEAS.............1.00 EA........16 OZ SAN PELLEGRINO.........................1.00 EA.......25.3 OZ *_______________________________________________________* 1.00 OFF ALL GELATO, BEN & JERRY'S, OR STARBUCKS PINTS......... *QUANTITIES ARE LIMITED, ESPECIALLY ON THE GRAPES.........NO ONE IS SELLING THEM FOR ANYWHERE NEAR 1.00 LB., SO COME EARLY ON SATURDAY.* *ONCE THEY ARE GONE, THAT'S IT.* Thanks, Rob -- Bryant Street Market 5901 Bryant Street Pittsburgh PA 15206 Phone: (412) 661 8720 Hours: Mon-Fri 9 AM to 8 PM Sat-Sun 9 AM to 5 PM

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[Highland Park] Recognition for Farmer's Market Cooperative of East Liberty
by David Lagnese 04 Aug '10

04 Aug '10

August 2nd through 8th is National Famers Market Week, as proclaimed by the US Department of Agriculture. Pennsylvania joined in the fun by declaring its own celebration of PA farmers markets. There are approximately 1,200 farmers markets in the state of Pennsylvania. Out of all of those markets, the state is recognizing two markets- one of them is our very own- the Famers' Market Cooperative of East Liberty. (Please see the text of the press release below.) The market will be visited this Saturday by a few officials from the state, including Deputy Secretary Mike Pechart. He will tour the market and make some comments at 9:30- this Saturday, August 7th. To celebrate the event, the farmers have declared it a "customer appreciation day" and will be providing a variety of free samples for our patrons. We will provide free iced coffee at the the Kew Park Coffee Bar. For those of us who have been patronizing the market for years, this recognition comes as no surprise. But we are gratified by the recognition. We also sincerely hope that this will attract new customers and patrons that will also come to know how special our market is. The market has been serving the community for nearly 70 years, and we hope for many years to come. Please come out to visit the market this Saturday. David Lagnese >> The Farmers’ Market Cooperative of East Liberty is located at 344 North Sheridan Ave., adjacent to the Home Depot parking lot. The market operates year round- and is open from 5 AM until 12 Noon every Saturday of the year. ********************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************* HARRISBURG, Pa., Aug. 3/PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Consumers can find Pennsylvania's freshest foods at their local farmers market, Agriculture SecretaryRussell C. Redding said today as the department marked National Farmers Market Week, which runs through Aug. 7. "Pennsylvania's agricultural bounty is at the fingertips of consumers thanks to the more than 1,200 farmers markets across the state," said Redding. "The markets also help consumers build a direct connection with the farmers that produce their food." Pennsylvania agriculture products contribute $6.1 billion to the state's economy and the state ranks third nationally in direct farm-to-consumer sales, the majority of which occur at farmers markets throughout the state. Last year, farmers and farmers markets accepted more than $4.5 million in Women, Infant and Children, or WIC, and Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program, or FMNP, vouchers, making freshfood available to thousands of low-income residents and families. To celebrate Farmers Market Week, Agriculture Department officials will visit markets in Pittsburgh andPhiladelphia. Today, Agriculture Deputy Secretary Doug Kilgore visited Philadelphia's West Oak Lane Farmers Market to highlight the importance of farmers markets in urban areas. Open on Tuesdays, the outdoormarket, located at Ogontz and 72nd avenues, began in 2003 and honors the FMNP vouchers. "Farmers markets are a great way to showcase agriculture across the state, especially in the cities, while ensuring all citizens have access to fresh, local food," said Kilgore. New this year, the market expanded to include produce for sale from Foundations Inc.'s "Seeds for Learning" initiative, an afterschool urban farm and entrepreneurship program based at the nearbyMartin Luther King High School. Agriculture Deputy Secretary Mike Pechart will tour the Farmers Market Cooperative of East Liberty inPittsburgh at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 7. Owned by four agricultural businesses from Western Pennsylvania, the co-op is led by president James Kennedy of Butler County whose grandfather started going to the market in the 1920's and helped form the co-op in 1941. Kennedy's son, John, and daughter-in-law, Valerie, are the family's fourth generation to operate the market. The three other owner farms are Greenawalt Farm from Westmoreland County, Kistaco Farm of Armstrong County, and Zang's Greenhouse in Butler County. One city block long, the former horse stable turned market is open year-round on Saturdays from 5 a.m. to noon, honoring the FMNP vouchers. The Kennedys operate a meat case providing locally-grown and processed beef, pork, lamb and poultry. In addition to the four owners, at least five other vendors offer fresh fruits and vegetables, eggs, dairy products, baked goods, teas and nursery plants. Market clients include restaurant chefs and local urban residents. Consumers can find local farm markets using the Pennsylvania Farm Market Guide, which lists markets by county and provides the name, location, dates and hours of operation, types of food sold, and contact information for each entry. The guide also notes farm markets participating in the FMNP. To find a local farmers market, visit www.agriculture.state.pa.us and search "Farm Markets." For more information on farmers markets or to request a guide, contact Kathy Cutman at 717-783-9948 or kcutman(a)state.pa.us. Media contact: Jean Kummer, 717-787-5085 SOURCE Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture

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