May 2011 - test-neighbhorhood@test.highlandparkpa.com

[Highland Park] porch renovation
by Ghetti, Chiara 12 May '11

12 May '11

Hello, Does anyone have a recommendation for someone who can do a good job renovating a porch on a 100 year old home? Thanks so much, Chiara

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[Highland Park] Dogwalker>>Pet Sitter Available
by KIMBERLY SWARTZ 12 May '11

12 May '11

Local and experienced Dog Walker/Pet Sitter seeking new opportunities to help you with your pets this summer. kjs9459(a)verizon.net

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[Highland Park] participate in a research study on 'brain games'?
by George Loewenstein 12 May '11

12 May '11

Dear neighbors: I'm contacting you to see if you might be interested in participating in an academic study, funded by the National Institute of Aging, and run out of Carnegie Mellon University's Department of Social and Decision Sciences. The study investigates whether brain games can help maintain cognitive function in older adults. We are looking for healthy volunteers age 55-80. If you participate, you will be given six weeks of access to computer games designed by neuroscientists. The games are played on your home computer, and you may play as many or as few games as you wish during the six-week period. There are also three visits to Carnegie Mellon for cognitive testing and a game practice session. You must have a home computer with Internet access to participate. If you complete all three visits, you will receive $50, one free year of the games, and reimbursement for parking or public transportation. For more information, please e-mail mindmuscle2010(a)gmail.com This study is a great opportunity to try out brain exercises, help to advance science, earn money, and have fun! This study is only accepting participants for one more month, so don't miss it! Many thanks, George Loewenstein

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[Highland Park] Art Show: Daviea Davis new works in Glass
by daviea 12 May '11

12 May '11

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[Highland Park] Seeking at-home daycare
by Catherine Gutowski 12 May '11

12 May '11

Hello, There is a strong possibility that I will be heading back to work part-time within the next few weeks, so I am beginning to explore my options for daycare for my son. It's just not cost-efficient to utilize a daycare center on a part-time basis (not to mention that everywhere seems to have a loooong waiting list!), and I would love to find a stay-at-home parent in the area who is looking to take on an extra infant in their own home for some additional income. Ideally, I'd like to find somewhere in Highland Park, but surrounding neighborhoods could also be an option. My son is 7 months old, and it would be perfect if there was another infant around his age that he could play with; however it's fine if the other child/children are older, too. I would most likely be looking for care from Monday through Thursday from 11am until 5pm (or thereabouts). If you can recommend someone you use or have used in the past, OR if you are reading this and think you might be interested, please feel free to email me. My email address is: catherineskii(a)gmail.com. Thanks so much! Catherine

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[Highland Park] stove hood repair
by Louise Ketchum 12 May '11

12 May '11

Hi neighbors, I'm looking for recommendations for stove hood (exhaust fan) repair. Please advise! Louise

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[Highland Park] Soccer
by Adriana Ramirez 12 May '11

12 May '11

Hello, neighbors. My boyfriend is moving here from Texas, where he is an avid soccer player (plays indoor soccer twice a week and outdoor once). I've done some preliminary research online, trying to sort out where he can play that's not too expensive and manageable from Highland Park (commuting an hour for a soccer game does not sound fun to me). I was wondering if any of y'all have any experience with adult soccer leagues or year-round possibilities. Are there any pick-up games in the neighborhood? Or in any near-by parks? Best. -Adriana

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[Highland Park] FOR SALE
by Melissa Dorsette 12 May '11

12 May '11

2 Rocking Horses (excellent condition) - $6.00 each or both for $10.00 Spiderman and Hulk puzzles-100 pc. - $1.00 each (all pieces w/boxes) Maze Toy (shaped like a jack) w/assorted beads inside (great toddler toy) - .50 Thanks for looking! FOR SALE http://cid-75daca781f0d7e03.skydrive.live.com/redir.aspx?page=browse&resid=…

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[Highland Park] Concrete Work
by Melissa Dorsette 12 May '11

12 May '11

Hi Neighbors:Can any recommend or not recommend someone to repair concrete steps? We are looking for someone who is reasonable with great results. Thanks for your replies!

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[Highland Park] Rusted Root this Saturday (May 14) at Shady Side
by Thomas Dickson 12 May '11

12 May '11

Neighbors, You are welcome to attend Shady Side Academy's annual Untucked festival this Saturday, May 14, featuring Pittsburgh's own Rusted Root! This year's event, which benefits refugee services in Pittsburgh, kicks off with a family carnival at 4 p.m., followed by the concert at 6 p.m. in the McKnight Hockey Center on the SSA Senior School campus. Rusted Root is a great band and this is a very worthy cause. Tom Dickson Buy Tickets Today: Advance tickets are $20 for adults and students, and $7 for kids 10 and under. At the gate tickets will be $25 for adults and $10 for kids. Purchase tickets online at www.ssawebstore.com. Advance tickets ordered before Thursday at 3 p.m. will be delivered to SSA schools on Friday. Tickets ordered after that point will be held at will-call at the main gate of Untucked. Family Carnival Begins at 4 This year's carnival will feature awesome inflatables, karaoke, an arts & crafts area, student bands, a deejay and carnival food from local vendors including the Franktuary, Conflict Kitchen, The Goodie Truck, Little Athens Catering and Holy Smokes Barbeque. Rusted Root Concert Begins at 6 Rusted Root was founded in Pittsburgh and is known for its unique fusion of acoustic rock, world and other styles of music. The band's second album, When I Woke, went platinum in 1995, and it's most popular song, "Send Me on My Way," hit No. 72 on the Billboard Hot 100. Learn more at www.rustedroot.com About Untucked Untucked is a student organization founded in 2002 at Shady Side Academy Senior School. Its mission is to support local and international charities while providing a fun-filled community event. Over the past eight years, Untucked has raised more than $80,000 for charities such as Neighborhood Academy, Best of the Batch Foundation, Gilda' s Club and Global Links, while featuring concerts by well-known bands including The Clarks, Better Than Ezra, Sister Hazel, State Radio and Arrested Development. The Untucked students have worked tirelessly this year to fundraise, plan and publicize the carnival and concert. They also have spent time volunteering with Nepali refugees in Pittsburgh.

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