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[Highland Park] Scenic America says of Pittsburgh, "The city is your art"
by Dave Demko 15 Nov '11

15 Nov '11

Dear Friends and Supporters of Scenic Pittsburgh, Visitors representing Scenic America and affiliates from across the country gathered in Pittsburgh this past weekend to discuss scenic preservation, but to also see the "most livable" and "best place to visit" Pittsburgh. And they loved it. Don't take my word for it, see Bill Zlatos's article on their visit in the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review (below). The conference highlighted speakers Councilman Bill Peduto, Councilman Doug Shields, and former Pittsburgh Mayor Tom Murphy, this year's recipient of the Stafford Award for scenic resource conservation, and environmental protection. Of special concern to the group was the proposed ordinance to allow electronic billboards in Pittsburgh. Mary Tracy, president of Scenic America said "Visitors and businesses don't come here to see the signs". Margaret Lloyd of Galveston, Texas, vice chairwoman of Scenic America said. "The city is your art." We have to agree. Please contact city council (www.scenicpittsburgh.org/council.html) and urge them to ban electronic billboards in the City of Pittsburgh. Thank you for your support, Dave Demko Experts from Scenic America impressed in tour of Pittsburgh By Bill Zlatos <mailto:bzlatos@tribweb.com> , PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW Monday, November 14, 2011 The best thing about Pittsburgh is its respect for old as well as new buildings, a panel of scenic experts says. "What I like are the old buildings," Ronald Fleming, chairman of the board of Scenic America, a Washington, D.C.-based group that aims to preserve the beauty of American communities, said Sunday while on a walking tour Downtown. "I like the reminders of craftsmanship." The Scenic America board met this weekend in Pittsburgh, about two weeks after National Geographic tabbed Pittsburgh as one of the 20 top places in the world to visit in 2012. Mike Dawida, executive director of Scenic Pittsburgh and former county commissioner, led yesterday's tour. In terms of favorite Pittsburgh sights, the visitors picked some standards, topped by the University of Pittsburgh's Cathedral of Learning and the view from Mt. Washington. They also cited the William Penn Hotel, where they stayed; the Harvard-Yale-Princeton Club, in a former tenement building with a wrought iron gate and a courtyard; and the Cultural District. But many favorites are linked to Pittsburgh's appreciation for the past. They cited the Granite Building on Sixth Avenue and the old Allegheny County Jail. "You're connected to your history," said Bill Johnson, a board member and city councilman from Clearwater, Fla. "When you're connected to your history, you're a special place." Margaret Lloyd of Galveston, Texas, vice chairwoman of Scenic America, was prepared to encounter "dark and ugly" on her visit. "My impressions are totally different from what I expected," she said. "I see light and beauty." Like many visitors to the city, she changed her impression the moment she entered the Fort Pitt Tunnel. "The two things that struck me the most was when I came in the tunnel, and the city opened up before me," she said. "The city is your art." Later she saw the view from Mt. Washington. "When I was up there, it was also the city vistas, the rivers, the color of the trees, the walkability of the city to pedestrians to view the historic buildings." While finding much to like about Pittsburgh's scenery, the board members also had a beef about it. They dislike the multicolored newspaper boxes lining Downtown streets. They suggest following New York City's lead and standardizing the colors of the boxes. Standing in the living room of John Rohe, vice president of the Colcom Foundation, on the 18th floor of Gateway Towers, the board members admired the majesty of Mt. Washington. Then they noticed a rusting, faded rectangle atop the hill. When told that it was the Bayer sign and that the company was hoping to digitize it, the defenders of urban beauty scoffed. "Visitors and businesses thinking about relocating don't come here to see the signs," said Mary Tracy, president of Scenic America. "To take what is such a beautiful mountain and to allow that to become a digitized, eye-popping, commercial advertising sign would destroy one of the most scenic vistas in Pittsburgh." http://www.pittsburghlive.com/x/pittsburghtrib/news/s_767162.html

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[Highland Park] ice machine repair
by olga watkins 15 Nov '11

15 Nov '11

I have a small, counter top ice maker that suddenly stopped working. Anyone have any ideas on where to get it repaired? Thanks!! Olga * November 11 & 25, 8-11PM, OWB & a taste of the Big Easy * * www.nolaonthesquare.com No Cover, Free Valet Parking November 23, OWB with Bill Toms <http://www.billtoms.com> Annual Fundraiser at Cefalo's <http://www.clubcefalo.com> in Carnegie Benefiting St. Jude's Children's Hospital-Ticketed Event www.Billtoms.com *

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[Highland Park] stereo turntable repair
by Susan Ryan 15 Nov '11

15 Nov '11

We bought a used turntable, (Kenwood brand, but no owner's manual and are having trouble online getting one). We wonder if anyone out there can show us how to operate it (the arm goes over but won't lower to play). Many thanks. --

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[Highland Park] Free: Eyetique $100 gift certs
by Barb Val D 15 Nov '11

15 Nov '11

> Free: Eyetique $100 gift certificates towards purchase > > Two available > > Barb

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[Highland Park] Reduced! Bose speakers, women's suits, RUUD water heater, Breyer horses
by J.L. Burke 15 Nov '11

15 Nov '11

BASEMENT CLEAN-OUT! Bose 301 Series III speakers new in box, owners manual included - reduced to $250 RUUD Tankless hot water heater from the 1920's - $300 (price based on one seen at Construction Junction. Needs sparker) Women's suits size 8P. In very good condition. $25 each. (LeSuit, Evan Picone). I also have some cute blouses size 6-8 for $5 ea. Breyer model horses. Several to chose from. $10 ea. 2010 Mazda 5 floormats (also fit 2008 or 2009 models). Color is sand. $50. Please email me if interested in any of these items or if you want pictures. Thanks for looking!

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[Highland Park] For Sale: Armoire (still available)
by Betsy van den Blink 15 Nov '11

15 Nov '11

Large, beautiful armoire, must sell! Full details here: http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/fuo/2700036068.html

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[Highland Park] Tribune-Review Article about
by John Krysinsky 15 Nov '11

15 Nov '11

Great article about the new soccer facility in Stanton Heights and Pittsburgh Soccer in the Community in Saturday's Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. PROGRAM TEACHES SOCCER, LESSONS TO CITY YOUTH <http://www.pittsburghlive.com/x/pittsburghtrib/news/pittsburgh/s_766912.htm…> http://www.pittsburghlive.com/x/pittsburghtrib/news/pittsburgh/s_766912.htm… John Krysinsky (412) 225-9397

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[Highland Park] Wig Request
by Rhonda N. Smith 15 Nov '11

15 Nov '11

Thank you to all -- I didn't realize so many folks would have wigs! We obtained a long, blond-haired wig. I'm sure my son will look smashing! Thanks again! RNS

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[Highland Park] BRYANT STREET MARKET----HOLIDAY SEASON 2011
by Robert Collins 15 Nov '11

15 Nov '11

Hey All, It's the official start of frustration, er holiday season 2011. Please feel free to contact me if you have any special needs for your holidays. This year we will have for the first time, a Boars Head spiral cut ham. They weigh 3.5 - 4 pounds and we have one on display at the store for you to check out. If you need bread from Allegro Hearth let us know. I WILL BE OPEN THANKSGIVING DAY FROM 8AM-2PM, DON'T HESITATE TO STOP IN. Sticking to my pledge of being open 364 days a year.( I would be open Christmas day too, just can't get that one by the wife). Manchester Farms local organic whole milk will be here Thursday @ $3.99 a half gallon. I am working on their beef and Berkshire pork, but it may be somewhat problematic, being that it is only sold in shares. Any questions, let me know.......WEEKEND SALE PRICES COMING SOON!!!!!!! Thanks and have a safe holiday season -- Bryant Street Market 5901 Bryant Street Pittsburgh PA 15206 Phone: (412) 661 8720 Hours: Mon-Fri 8 AM to 8 PM Sat 9 AM to 7 PM Sun 9AM to 5PM

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[Highland Park] For Sale: Rothschild Girls Dress Wool Coat & Purse
by Barb Val D 15 Nov '11

15 Nov '11

Girls Dress Wool Coat Beautiful Baby Blue with Gray Faux Fur Collar Matching Gray Faux Fur Purse rarely worn Label: Rothsc hild Size: Girls 16 asking $45 see comparables (new) http://www.rothschildkids.com/girls-coats-and-outerwear/girls-coats-and-out…

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