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[Highland Park] Patronizing Local businesses
by Tamara Hayes 06 Apr '11

06 Apr '11

*Hello Fellow Neighbors,* * * *I want to encourage each of you to support our local businesses in Highland Park and in the city. * * * *With the warmer weather approaching (even though it seems to be teasing us at times), make certain to take a walk and patronize the restaurants, bakery, coffee shop, and market on Bryant Street and the surrounding HP area. * * * Also, I am realizing too many of you are unaware of the indoor market down in the strip, The Pittsburgh Public Market. This is a wonderful (and relatively new) addition to our city. Whether you have guests in town or simply want to have a very enjoyable morning, stop by this great new find. They have so much to offer. And, every time my family heads there, we are always pleasantly surprised by local live music and dancing. I am including a little information on the market below for your interest. * * *Pittsburgh has a public market <http://pittsburghpublicmarket.org/> with an outstanding group of vendors of local products to enhance what the Strip already offers. So check the list of merchants, marvel at the diversity and quality of their products, prepare for a new and exciting shopping experience, and come and get it!* *Location: Produce Terminal Building 2100 Smallman St. @ 17th* * * *Spring/Summer Hours: Fridays 10 am to 6 pm Saturdays 9 am to 5 pm Sundays 10 am to 4 pm* * * * Merchants:<http://pittsburghpublicmarket.org/for-customers/vendor-schedule/> Every Friday (10 am to 6 pm), Saturday (9 am to 5 pm) and Sunday (10 am to 4 pm), year-round, you’ll find: Babouche Blighty Baklava Company Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Christopher’s Collages Clark's Chocolates <http://www.clarkcandies.com/> ** Clarion River Organics Cosimano e Ferrari Crested Duck Charcuterie East End Brewing Company (opens at 11:00am Sundays) Ekh Espresso Specialty Foods Four Paws Barkery Fudgie Wudgie Glades Pike Winery (opens at 11:00am Sundays) Goddessware Gosia’s Pierogies Horizon View Farms Iron Eden Jenn’s Jems Jewelry and Accessories Kahila’s Island Taste LaPrima Espresso Company Pittsburgh Marshmallow Factory Rise Above Bakery Rowdy BBQ Sito’s Foods Sustenance Rustic Craft Bakery Third Day Luxury Soap Tupelo Honey Teas Along with the above merchants, Fridays will have: Miller Family Farm Always Summer Herbs (occasionally) In addition to the year-round lineup, Saturdays will be buzzing with: Mushrooms for Life The Berry Patch Morning Dew Orchards Always Summer Herbs Goose Creek Gardens, Ltd. Mountain Mama’s Peppers Sundays, you’ll be able to find: The Berry Patch Goose Creek Gardens, Ltd. Coming Back to Join Us this Summer! Mott Family Farm Edible Earth Farm Green Circle Farm Clark’s Chocolates has been the chocolate of choice for many, since 1937 when the Clark brother’s started the company in Tarentum, Pennsylvania. The family owned company (Clark Candies, Inc.) offers a complete array of delicious chocolates for you and your gift-giving needs all year long. We are delighted to be a part of the Pittsburgh Public Market and to supply all of our Easter chocolate goodies to the region. Some of our most popular items at Easter time are our Chocolate Easter Eggs available in 1lb and 1/2lb sizes in the following varieties: Peanut Butter Meltaway, French Chocolate Nut, Fruit & Nut, Coconut, Maple Nut, and Pecan Meltaway. If you prefer boxed chocolates then you will love to pick from our Pecan Turtles, Cordial Cherries, Coconut Clusters and Peanut Butter Meltaways. We have one of the largest selections of Easter novelty Items in South Western Pennsylvania with over 50 different Easter themed choices. We also offer a wide selection of three dimensional solid chocolate bunnies that would be a great addition to any Easter basket. A minimum amount of our delicious Chocolate Covered Strawberries will be available so make sure to purchase your special treats today. Clark’s Chocolates are made of the finest quality ingredients and packaged beautifully. We are certain you will find many exciting gifts for your family and friends this Easter season, so make sure to stop by and try a sample of our delicious chocolates. *

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[Highland Park] Child Care Recommendations
by Matt Richards 06 Apr '11

06 Apr '11

My wife and I are having our first child this summer, and we're looking into child care options for the fall. We thought we'd ask here if folks have recommendations for child development centers close by. By close I mean we'd like to stay in the East End - doesn't have to be HP or East Liberty. We'd also be open to recommendations for in-home care if folks know of good people that do that. Thanks in advance! Matt Richards

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[Highland Park] live music this weekend
by olga watkins 06 Apr '11

06 Apr '11

* Friday, April 8, 9PM to Midnight, * * Olga Watkins Band at NOLA on the Square <http://www.olgawatkinsband.com>, No Cover * * ** * * Saturday, April 9, 9PM to Midnight, OWB at Hollywood Garden <http://www.hollywoodgardensbar.com>s, Rochester, PA, No Cover Next weekend- Friday April 15, 8PM to Midnight, OWB in Levels Lounge at The Rivers Casino <http://www.theriverscasino.com>, north side, Pittsburgh, NO COVER Olga sings the National Anthem for the Women's Football Team, <goog_1435237458> The Force <http://www.pittsburghwomensforce.com>, 7pm, Ambridge High School Field Pittsburgh City Paper's "Best Blues/Jazz Band or Performer 2010" Best Blues/Jazz Band or Performer-The Olga Watkins Band<http://www.pittsburghcitypaper.ws/gyrobase/Content?oid=oid:88866> * * * *www.olgawatkinsband.com* <http://www.olgawatkinsband.com> *www.youtube.com/olgawatkins www.facebook.com/theolgawatkinsband www.twitter.com/olgawatkinsband www.olgawatkins.com Olga Watkins, Diva, 412-716-5119 Go ahead...Google me. The Olga Watkins Band The fresh fusion of original blues, soul, R&B, funk and jazz *

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[Highland Park] HP 74 XL & 75XL ink cartridges for Printer Model OF
by Nancy Hudakschultz 06 Apr '11

06 Apr '11

Hi Neighbors, I accidently purchased 74 XL and 75 XL cartridges for my HP Printer (1 Tri-color and 1 Black). They have never been used, but I did open the Black cartridge which was when I discovered it was the wrong size. I would like to recover my $35.72 purchase price. Will be happy to resell for the baragin basement price of $30.00. -- Nancy Schultz nancyschultz13(a)gmail.com 412-661-4122

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[Highland Park] house or apartment rental NEEDED
by olga watkins 06 Apr '11

06 Apr '11

I have a friend who has to move in 30 days and would like to be able to keep her children in Dilworth. She is looking for a 4 bedroom, pet free is ok. Pleaser email and I will forward. Thanks for any leads!!! Olga

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[Highland Park] Re: Huntington Bank Shows Commitment to Pittsburgh by Defacing Historic Landmark
by Dave Demko 06 Apr '11

06 Apr '11

Hello All again, I have it from two sources now that the April 7 Zoning Board of adjustment hearing will be postponed until April 28. I will update you with the correct date as soon as the new date and time is confirmed. Dave Demko 412-488-7490 x234 ________________________________ From: Dave Demko Sent: Wednesday, March 30, 2011 2:48 PM To: 'miked(a)scenicpittsburgh.org' Subject: Huntington Bank Shows Commitment to Pittsburgh by Defacing Historic Landmark Dear Friends of Scenic Pittsburgh, Renowned architect Henry Hornbostel (1867-1961) must be turning in his grave. On April 7 at 10;10 AM. The Pittsburgh zoning Board of adjustment will hear a request from Huntington Bank, to place a "High Wall Business Id Sign" on a Pittsburgh landmark, the Grant Building. www.pittsburghlive.com/x/pittsburghtrib/news/cityregion/s_729620.html. By framing this desecration as "representing (Huntington's) growth and commitment to Pittsburgh", Huntington Bank, based in Columbus Ohio, will parasitically attach itself to our city's architectural heritage and claim our cultural identity as its own. Henry Hornbostel created the Grant Building in the classic Beaux Arts style to compete with the great high rises of the early twentieth century. Developers spared no expense, cladding the building in Swedish Granite at its base and topping the building with a flamboyant neon tower that spells out P-I-T-T-S-B-U-R-G-H in Morse code. The Grant Building succeeded the First National Bank Building in 1928 as the tallest skyscraper in the city. Henry Hornbostel designed more than 225 buildings, bridges, and monuments in the United States; currently 22 are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Nearly half of his works (110) were in Pittsburgh, where in 1904 he won the campus design competition for Andrew Carnegie's Carnegie Technical Schools (today's Carnegie Mellon University). He also helped to establish Carnegie Mellon School of Architecture that same year. His works include the Soldiers and Sailors National Military Museum and Memorial, Pittsburgh City-County Building, Carnegie Mellon College of Fine Arts, the Rodef Shalom Temple and the Smithfield United Church. Huntington Bank is requesting a variance to locate the sign above the roofline of the Grant building, which is currently prohibited by zoning code. It is imperative we communicate to the Zoning Board, our opposition to this variance request. Please plan to attend the Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting on April 7, 2011, at 10:10 AM, at 200 Ross Street, Pittsburgh. Also, please take a moment to write to the Mayor (askpgh(a)city.pittsburgh.pa.us ), Councilman Lavelle (daniel.lavelle(a)city.pittsburgh.pa.us ), the Tribune Review (opinion(a)tribweb.com - 200 words max) or the Post Gazette (letters(a)post-gazette.com - 250 words max) and tell them how you feel about sacrificing Pittsburgh's skyline to corporate branding. Keep up the good fight, Dave Demko 412-488-7490 x234

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[Highland Park] pair of wine glasses - $10
by Heather Cramer 06 Apr '11

06 Apr '11

These were given to us a wedding gift but we have no use for them. We're trying not to hang onto things for sentimental purposes and figured someone would enjoy using them. Heather

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[Highland Park] Community Wellness Classes at Union Project
by Laura Harnish 06 Apr '11

06 Apr '11

Union Project is happy to announce a new community class, *Community Wellness Classes*, taught by Gia T. Cacalano, beginning in May! Over the course of her 25-year teaching and performance career in New York City and Pittsburgh, Gia has developed a system of increasing overall wellness that merges elements of Pilates, Yoga, Release Technique, and Mind/Body Centering. The class is designed to lengthen, tone, and strengthen muscles, while focusing on proper skeletal alignment and core stability, using a movement-based approach. - Classes begin *May 4th*, and take place *Wednesdays from **5:00-6:00 in Union Project's Great Hall* - $12/walk-in, $10/pre-paid - Contact instructor Gia Cacalano (giatc3(a)yahoo.com) to register *If you have an idea for a class, workshop, or event that could take place at Union Project, contact laura(a)unionproject.org!* ** * * ** -- Laura Harnish Community Liason Union Project 801 N. Negley Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15206 412.363.1216x27 Union Project is a community arts and enterprise center that uses its space to bring people together to connect, create, and celebrate.

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[Highland Park] Upcoming zoning hearing for property in Highland Park
by Keebler, Emily 06 Apr '11

06 Apr '11

Please be advised that the Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear a proposal for a variance in Highland Park on Thursday, April 28, 2011: * 1 Wild Place (Pgh Zoo) - New 22,080 sq ft structure for animal care and education - Buildings over 10,000 sq ft must meet "LEED Silver" requirements; applicant cannot meet requirement. Please see the attached documents for further details on the variances requested and the hearing times. If you have any questions regarding the hearing, please call the Zoning Board of Adjustment at 412-255-2214. Emily Keebler * Office of Patrick Dowd * Pittsburgh City Council District 7 510 City-County Building * 414 Grant Street * Pittsburgh PA 15219 * 412 255 2140 emily.keebler(a)city.pittsburgh.pa.us <mailto:emily.keebler@city.pittsburgh.pa.us> * www.city.pittsburgh.pa.us/district7 <http://www.city.pittsburgh.pa.us/district7> <http://www.facebook.com/Pittsburgh.Council.District7#!/Pittsburgh.Counc il.District7> <https://twitter.com/Pghdistrict7>

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[Highland Park] Large box for packing or playing
by Heather Cramer 06 Apr '11

06 Apr '11

I set a large - probably 4 feet tall - box out on our walkway for anyone to take. It would make a fun box for a child to build a fort or could be used for packing. It's pretty sturdy. 817 N. Negley beside the Union Project. Have fun! Heather

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