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[Highland Park] U2 Tickets
by Bethany Wigfield 26 Apr '11

26 Apr '11

I have 2 field level tickets to the U2 360 Tour at Heinz Field on July 26. I am selling the tickets for $80 each. Pittsburgh is the last stop on the tour. Don't miss it! If you are interested, e-mail me at bethanywigfield(a)gmail.com

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[Highland Park] Councilman Dowd's "Council to Go" on Thursday @ the Morningside VFW
by Keebler, Emily 26 Apr '11

26 Apr '11

Do you have questions or concerns about city government or services? Then attend Council to Go with City Councilman Patrick Dowd New location! Morningside VFW, Social Hall 1820 Morningside Avenue Thursday, April 28th 7:00pm - 8:00pm Speak with Councilman Patrick Dowd at Council to Go, his mobile district office. Councilman Dowd and his staff will be available to hear your concerns and ideas, provide news on issues in Council, and help you access city services. For a full schedule of Council to Go sessions, and Council District 7 news, visit our website: www.pghgov.com/district7. Please spread the word to your friends and neighbors in District 7! 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] Fw: New fall cooking classes and May-June schedule
by Dorothy Tague 26 Apr '11

26 Apr '11

----- Original Message ----- From: Dorothy Tague<mailto:paultague@msn.com> To: neighborhood-request<mailto:neighborhood@highlandparkpa.com> Sent: Tuesday, April 26, 2011 9:33 AM Subject: New fall cooking classes and May-June schedule Hope everyone had a nice Easter! I have started working on fall classes and since nothing is written in stone I would appreciate comments/suggestions. You will notice several classes with pastries, desserts, candies,and appetizers due to numerous requests for party foods and items that can suffice for small gifts. Dorothy

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[Highland Park] Apartment needed 1 bedroom
by Megan Zumbrun 26 Apr '11

26 Apr '11

Hello Neighbors! A friend of mine is in search for an apartment in Highland Park. Preferably a one bedroom between $600-$700. Any ideas? You can feel free to contact me and I can pass the information along or contact her directly: Kaitlin Anderson - kvanders1(a)gmail.com Thanks for your help and hope you're enjoying this nice weather we are having and hopefully it's still nice by the time this email reaches you! Megan

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[Highland Park] Spring arts classes for kids and families
by Union Project Studio 26 Apr '11

26 Apr '11

**Hello neighbors! There are still spots in our spring arts classes for kids and families beginning *this Saturday*. Scholarships available. Registration is available on our website <http://www.unionproject.org/Ceramics/Ceramic_Classes>or by phone 412.363.4550 ex22. * Youth Ceramics Class - Cost $95 - 6 Saturdays, Apr 30 - June 11 (excluding Memorial Day weekend), 9:30-11:30am * Instructor: Joseph Delphia and Jenna Vanden Brink Students, ages 8-13, will create functional and decorative work drawing upon their imaginations and environment for inspiration. Projects will provide students with an opportunity to find inspiration in area architecture and natural forms. Students will have an opportunity to explore various hand building techniques and will also get a chance to try their hand at the potter's wheel. * Squirt Clay Class - Cost $95 - 6 Mondays, May 2 - June 13 (excluding Memorial Day), 6-7pm * Instructor: Jenna Vanden Brink This class introduces clay as a medium to our youngest students. They learn the basics of hand building through masks, pinch pots, sculpture, and coil pots. While working with clay, students' creative ideas will be encouraged by images of historic ceramic works and stories from modern children's literature. * Homeschooler Mosaic Class - Cost $95 - 6 Mondays, May 2 - June 13 (excluding Memorial Day), 10-12pm * Instructor: Laura Harnish Frogs, butterflies, sea monsters, robots from outer space: if you can imagine it, you can make it with mosaic! In this 6-week class, we'll use recycled colorful glass tesserae to transform reclaimed transom window frames. No experience necessary. Wear closed-toed shoes and play clothes. Have a blast with this funky, fractured art form. Homeschoolers, ages 8-14, of all levels can enjoy this class to start or continue their exploration of mosaics. * Mother's Day Workshop - $25/family suggested donation - Saturday, May 7, 10-11am * Instructor: Jenna Vanden Brink Union Project invites you to take your best girl (your Mom, of course) on a fun, crafty flower-pot-makin’ clay date for Mother’s Day this year. When? May 7, 10-11am. Everyone is welcome (bring the whole family if you want), no clay experience is necessary, and all materials are provided! Suggested donation: $25/family. Space is limited so sign up today. -- Community Arts Program Coordinator <http://pittsburghisart.pittsburghgives.org/2011/3/21/union-project/> Union Project 801 N. Negley Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15206 412.363.4550 ext 22 On May 11, local foundations will match your gift to Union Project, helping even more budding artists, arts entrepreneurs, and cultural celebrations succeed. Learn more: http://pittsburghisart.pittsburghgives.org/2011/3/21/union-project/

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[Highland Park] Taste some unique and delicious!
by margarita mora 26 Apr '11

26 Apr '11

Dear Neighbors! Taste some unique and delicious cakes, pastries, desserts and appetizers and celebrate Mothers Day! Go to *www.manjarbakery.com* ** *Margarita Mora* Make you order to: manjarbakery(a)gmail.com

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[Highland Park] FW: Request to Council for SAFE Pittsburgh marketing assistance
by Keebler, Emily 26 Apr '11

26 Apr '11

This should be a very informative workshop. Space is limited, so sign up soon. Emily Keebler · Office of Patrick Dowd · Pittsburgh City Council District 7 emily.keebler(a)city.pittsburgh.pa.us <mailto:emily.keebler@city.pittsburgh.pa.us> · 412-255-2140 <http://www.facebook.com/Pittsburgh.Council.District7#!/Pittsburgh.Council.D…> <https://twitter.com/Pghdistrict7> ________________________________ From: Emily Anderson [mailto:eanderson@pcrg.org] Sent: Tuesday, April 26, 2011 8:45 AM Subject: SAFE Pittsburgh Please join the Pittsburgh Community Reinvestment Group (PCRG) and the Community Technical Assistance Center (CTAC) on Saturday, May 21st at West Penn Hospital for a citywide public safety training and resource fair entitled Safe Areas for Everyone: Building Community Block Watches. The event is sponsored by the Office of Mayor Luke Ravenstahl and by Councilwoman Theresa Kail-Smith (District 2), Public Safety Chairperson. The event is completely free, open to all city residents, and includes a light breakfast, boxed lunch, and parking. Come learn how to start or sustain a block watch, understand crime statistics, navigate the city’s community safety website, or identify gang activity. A panel representatives from 311, 911, the Bureau of Building Inspection, the Department of Public Works, and the Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh will answer your questions on the functions of their departments and how they respond to safety complaints. The event will also feature a keynote address by David J. Hickton, US Attorney for Western Pennsylvania. Visit our afternoon resource fair to get more information on public and non-profit services available to you. For more information, see the attached flyer and register by visiting www.safeconference.pittsburghpa.gov. Financial support courtesy of Guardian Protection Services <http://www.guardianprotection.com/> and Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield <https://www.highmarkbcbs.com/chmptl/chm/jsp/Splash.do?site=hbcbs> . Thank you to all of our generous sponsors! Best, Emily Emily J. Anderson, MSCRP Project Manager - Neighborhood Policy Pittsburgh Community Reinvestment Group (PCRG) 1901 Centre Ave., Suite 200 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 (412) 391.6732 x207 <http://www.facebook.com/#!/pittsburghcommunityreinvestmentgroup> <http://twitter.com/PghCRG> <http://www.linkedin.com/pub/emily-j-anderson/9/b3/58b> Join PCRG on May 25th for the First Annual Community Development Summit. For more information, or to register for the event, visit www.pcrg.org/summit2011.

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[Highland Park] eco-friendly landscaper
by Ghetti, Chiara (MD) 26 Apr '11

26 Apr '11

Hello, does anyone have a recommendation for a reliable, eco-friendly landscaper in the area. Thank you, Chiara

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[Highland Park] Free strawberry plants
by Nancy Levine-Arnold 26 Apr '11

26 Apr '11

Dear Neighbors There are 2 plastic bags on my front steps of June bearing strawberry plants that I just thinned out of my strawberry patch (about 10 plants in each bag). First come first served. 1232 N Highland Ave. -- EAT GREEN! Looking for restaurants that care about the environment? Check out www.dinegreen.com.

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[Highland Park] Yoga at the Nuin Center!
by soetnos55 26 Apr '11

26 Apr '11

Dear neighbors, See below for information on Madeline's next Yoga class. Please contact her directly via email (listed below) or phone with any questions: Hatha Yoga Class Instructor: Madeline Martucci The Nuin Center Wellness and Conference Center 5655 Bryant Street in Highland Park Mondays 5:00 to 6:30 15week session $135.00 May 2nd to Aug. 29th Call to Register 724-337-3750 Email: yoga7(a)verizon.net No classes May 30, June 20, July 4 Late registration can be prorated Drop in fee $11.00 (MADELINE IS ALSO AVAILABLE FOR PRIVATE CLASSES, CONTACT HER AT THE SAME NUMBER FOR MORE INFORMATION. )

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