April 2012 - test-neighbhorhood@test.highlandparkpa.com

[Highland Park] Packing peanuts/foam
by Katy Rank Lev 23 Apr '12

23 Apr '12

Anyone packing something fragile? We've got some shipping supplies for the taking. I have approximately half a trash bag full of those packing peanuts that can go in the composter (if nobody wants them, that's where they will go). We also have six 12" square foam sheets. Free to a good home! ~Katy Rank Lev

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[Highland Park] Diabetic test strips?
by Anna Montano 23 Apr '12

23 Apr '12

Hi everyone: I am a Type 1 diabetic with no health insurance and I was wondering if anyone in the area had any extra diabetic test strips that they don't need? I know some people get some extra each month that they don't need, or maybe you have a relative who has extra? I'm happy to pay you for them. I have two meters so I can use either One Touch Ultra Blue strips or FreeStyle Lite strips. I'm attaching pictures to make it easier for ya! Thanks so much! -Anna

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[Highland Park] 2 BR Apartment wanted in/near Highland Park
by Jessica DeCou 23 Apr '12

23 Apr '12

Hello. I will be moving to Pittsburgh this summer for a one year academic post. I am hoping to find an apartment in (or very near) the Highland Park area, so I thought it'd be worth a shot to send out an email to the listserve. I have included further details below. If you happen to have any leads, I would love to hear from you. Looking for: - 2 Bedrooms (one adult, one child age 11) - Top floor unit strongly preferred (due to past issues with noisy upstairs neighbors) - Cat friendly (2 cats) - Prefered move in date is early July (but other dates possible, if necessary) - Reputable owner/landlord/agency Thanks. Best, Jessica

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[Highland Park] free infant swing
by Shannon Hula 23 Apr '12

23 Apr '12

Free "take-along" infant swing as shown here<http://compare.ebay.com/like/350557428098?var=lv&ltyp=AllFixedPriceItemType…>. Was great for a while, but would not recommend as safe once baby can sit up. Email to arrange porch pick-up Shannon

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[Highland Park] Carpenter needed
by NORMA A LIPSCOMB 23 Apr '12

23 Apr '12

Looking for a carpenter to build a simple approximately 10 Inch wide under-the-counter wine rack. Please reply by email Thanks

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[Highland Park] Huge City Job Fair - May 2nd
by Monica Watt 23 Apr '12

23 Apr '12

Biggest Spring City Job Fair Please attend, forward out--- help our City residents get employed or move up the ladder to a better position Also attached is amazing free training being offer by Neighborhood Learning Alliance for individuals and organizations focusing on best practices, curriculum, and theories to engage young African American students. Both flyers attached.. we expect about 60 employers who are actively seeking employees to attend.... Many training organizations will also be present. [cid:X.MA1.1335205026@aol.com]

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[Highland Park] ants
by Jan McKeag 23 Apr '12

23 Apr '12

I sent a post last month about a problem with tiny ants in both kitchens of my duplex. I received many responses - most recommending boric acid powder or products from Home Depot. I had forgotten to mention that I had already tried ant traps and Home Depot products before I called an exterminator. I was familiar with boric acid powder. It is a drying agent - when the bugs walk across it, it sucks the moisture from their bodies. Unfortunately, it is useless outside. Even dew saturates it and renders it useless. I chose Samuel Creeger from this response: EC Pest Control Squirrel Hill. Samuel Creeger 412.422.6757 He's also top rated on Angie's List. I've used him several times, and once for ants in a huge nest in my front yard. He's environmentally conscious, extremely thorough, and reasonable. I've recommended him to several friends, and everyone thinks he is great. I also think he is great. He spent an hour inspecting our kitchens, the outside of house, and our cellar. He identified the ants - honey and odorous house ants. He said that they were difficult to remove - and that spraying would not work - that they would avoid the spray and return when the spray dissipated (I learned that the hard way!). He placed a gel that the ants would eat and take back to their nests. And then, he gave me the name of the gel he used so that I could buy it online and use it myself - rather than paying him to return! He was friendly and thorough. So far, I've just seen a few dead or dying ants. I'll use the gel when I receive it to keep the ants away. Jan

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[Highland Park] room
by daniel hughes 23 Apr '12

23 Apr '12

have a friend who is looking for a room to rent as soon as possible. can pay up to $400/month. thanks dan

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[Highland Park] Looking to buy an 1/8 size cello
by Heather Cramer 23 Apr '12

23 Apr '12

Does anyone have an 1/8 size cello for a child to play? We'd like to get one for our daughter so she can get familiar with the instrument before taking lessons in the future. We'd prefer to get one used rather than buy one new and have her outgrow it in a few years. Any leads would be very much appreciated! Thanks so much, Heather

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[Highland Park] REMINDER - PA Great American Clean Up in Highland Park this Saturday, April 28, from 9:30 to 11:30
by Marc Glowczewski 23 Apr '12

23 Apr '12

*Please join us for the Great American Clean Up on April 28th, 2012 t**o help clean up our neighborhood, Highland Park.* * * *The Clean Up will last from 9:30 to 11:30. We'll meet at Dilworth Traditional Academy in Highland Park, 6200 Stanton Avenue. Vests and bags will be provided. Please feel welcome to bring your own supplies. Snacks and water will also be available, but you will have to bring your own water bottle to fill up.* * * *Contact Person: Elizabeth Glowczewski* *Phone: 4126610376* *E-mail: lizo_ann(a)yahoo.com* * * *Hope to see you there!*

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