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

[Highland Park] summer childcare
by Christina Valencheck 04 May '12

04 May '12

Mother of 2 with BA in Psychology and several years of experience working with children in diverse settings (tutoring, autism therapy, teaching) is accepting 1-2 children between the ages of 5-10 for summertime childcare a few days per week. $10/hour for one child, or $14/hour for two children. Childcare will be provided in my home; plus field trips to library, Phipps Conservatory, Natural History museum, etc. If you are looking for summer tutoring for your child(ren), that can also be arranged. You can reach Christy at 412-728-2869.

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[Highland Park] Pittsburgh AIDS Task Force
by Edward Krimmel 04 May '12

04 May '12

Pittsburgh AIDS Task Force (PATF) - May 19 PATF's FAITH will host "Pittsburgh Faith Community: Sound the Alarm", a Conference on HIV and Faith Based Communities, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., at the Pittsburgh Theological Seminary. Keynote speaker will be Linda Scruggs, MHS, Director of Programs, for the AIDS Alliance for Children, Youth & Families in Washington, DC. She brings over 19 years of experience in the HIV/AIDS and mental health communities. A variety of workshops such as Women and HIV, a Pastors Workshop and a workshop focusing on Youth, to name a few, will be offered. For more information on the conference please contact Shennod Moore, Director of Community Outreach and the FAITH Initiative, at 412-345-0585 or smoore(a)patf.org . The registration fee for this conference is $25. Online registration deadline, May 16 - www.pamaaetc.org/faith.html

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[Highland Park] Pittsburgh Society of Artists presents Tone It UP, May 11 - July 22
by Mike Korsak 04 May '12

04 May '12

PSA Tone it UP!.jpgThe Pittsburgh Society of Artists Guild (PSA) presents an exhibit at Pittsburgh Center for the Arts (PCA) titled "Tone It UP". This exhibit, juried by Greg Harrison opens to the public with a reception at PCA on Friday May 11, 2012 from 5:30 to 8:00 PM. In light of the recent heated political discourse and violence like the shootings in Arizona this past year and the Occupy Movement, government and media have suggested that we the public need to "Tone it DOWN." In response to this, Pittsburgh Society of Artists presents an exhibition asking artists to Tone It UP! PSA challenges our members and members of the other guilds to step outside of their comfort zones, pump up the volume and be loud by creating works that express what you the members are truly passionate about. The subject might be political, environmental, cultural, etcetera. The options are open as long as the artists' passions are expressed in the work. Juror Greg Harrison is currently the Chair of the Department of Art & Design at California University of PA. He is a graduate of the Art Institute of Pittsburgh with an Associate degree and received his Bachelor of Arts from California University of PA. He then completed his Masters in Fine Arts at Edinboro University of PA. Pittsburgh Society of Artists presents Tone It UP May 11 - July 22, 2012 Pittsburgh Center for the Arts 6300 Fifth Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15232 Opening Reception - May 11, 2012 5:30 to 8:00 PM PSA today consists of more than 300 artist members who live within a 150-mile radius of Pittsburgh and are creators who use all varieties of visual arts media. PSA was officially chartered in 1967. Its Mission Statement reads: Pittsburgh Society of Artists is dedicated to the vitality and growth of the visual arts in the Pittsburgh area. Formed for the specific purpose of exhibiting original works of art by its members, Pittsburgh Society of Artists has as its goals the encouragement and support of art in all its forms, the fostering of a true appreciation of art, and the furtherance of social activity and good will among its members and the people of Pittsburgh. For more information about PSA's "Tone it UP" exhibit or the Pittsburgh Society of Artists, please visit the PSA Web site at <http://www.aapgh.org/> www.pittsburghsocietyofartists.org. Note: Pittsburgh Center for the Arts at 6300 Fifth Avenue is in Shadyside/Point Breeze area of the East End Pittsburgh. Suggested donation: $5. Free for PCA members. For hours or more information call 412.361.0873 or visit their website <http://www.pittsburgharts.org/> http://www.pittsburgharts.org/ Image: Listen by Kara Snyder - Mixed Media on Canvas, 48" x 48"

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[Highland Park] 1/2 Marathon Bib for Sale
by Catherine 03 May '12

03 May '12

Due to unforeseen circumstances, I won't be able to run in the half marathon this upcoming Sunday as planned. I am very sad about this, but I am hoping my bib won't go to waste! Therefore, I'm selling it for $50 ($15 less than the price I paid for it). My shirt size is women's medium - I mention this because I don't believe this can be changed, so if you're a 250 lb bodybuilder you might want to shop around :) Note: An additional $25 "Registration Transfer Fee" is required to change the name on the registration. This is paid in person at the Expo on Friday or Saturday. Detailed instructions are available at: http://www.pittsburghmarathon.com/faqs Call me at: 412-996-1826, or reach me by email at: catherineskii(a)gmail.com. Sent from my iPad

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[Highland Park] Day 3 of online sale!!
by Jennifer Moriarty 03 May '12

03 May '12

Item 1. Hello Kitty sandwich toaster! Used maybe three times total. My daughter has outgrown the desire for Hello Kitty embossed grilled cheeses. $15 Item 2. Simple by Giant royal blue cruiser bike. I've had this bike for nine or ten years. It hasn't been ridden that much. There is some rust, which I will be happy to include close up photos of, if you are considering buying it, or you can come by to see it. $200 OBO. https://plus.google.com/photos/110389286504349811315/albums/573766863851081… Above is a link to a photo album that will has pictures of all of the items for sale. Noted on the photos, in the form of a comment is whether or not the items have already sold. I am listing the lowest price that I will accept, so please, no haggling. If I am willing to accept a best offer price, I will note it in the description. So, if you like my style and some of the items that I'm listing, please check back every day between now and May 10th! Thank you! Best, Jen

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[Highland Park] thanks for the marathon parking responses!
by C.Heather Kropf 03 May '12

03 May '12

Thanks, everyone! I'm good to go for parking on Sunday. cheers,Heather

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[Highland Park] Family ISO a rental
by Emily Viehland 03 May '12

03 May '12

Hi neighbors! A good friend of mine, who currently owns in Penn Hills, is being forced to leave PH due to the cutting of all buses to the area on September 1st. What her family is looking for is a 1+ year rental, to allow them to get their house ready to put onto the market, and then sell it, before buying a new home along the bus lines here in the city. They have 3 small children (oldest is 8), and a dog. They would prefer 3 bedrooms, but 2 could be okay. Please contact my friend Becky directly if you have a lead for her: < beckyashkettle(a)yahoo.com> Thanks! --Emily on King Go Green, Save Green, Make Green! *http://healthylivingconsultant.info/* * * * * * *

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[Highland Park] Garden Help!
by Stefania 03 May '12

03 May '12

Hello neighbors! My name is Stefania, I'm looking for extra work right now and I'd love to help out with any gardening/landscaping types of jobs. I have experience in this field as well as a green thumb with the plants in my own home, and I love to work with my hands! For more information, please respond by email. Thanks and I look forward to hearing from some of you, Stefania -- REDISTRIBUTE ONLY WITH PERMISSION OF AUTHOR <http://lists.highlandparkpa.com/mailman/listinfo/neighborhood>

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[Highland Park] City-wide Public Safety Meeting
by Keebler, Emily 03 May '12

03 May '12

*Summertime Safety for Pittsburgh Youth* The Zone 2 and Zone 5 Citizens Public Safety Councils, with the support of the Zone 4 command, are excited to announce a city-wide public safety meeting for Pittsburgh residents on "Summertime Safety for Youth". This meeting will cover various city programs and policies to keep our youth safe and out of trouble in the summer, as well as general updates from our Public Safety divisions and and a special presentation from the Mayor's Office. It is also a great opportunity to meet other community leaders from across the city. We hope that you will be able to join us. Thursday, May 17, 2012 Teamster Temple, Lawrenceville 4701 Butler Street 6:00pm - refreshments and information tables 6:30pm - presentations begin RSVP Appreciated Special presentation topics will include: Blockwatch in a Box - A new program from the Mayor's Office! Police Camps and Programs for Youth Citiparks Youth Summer Programs New Policy on Clearances for Sports League Coaches Playground and Sports Field Injury Prevention Your RSVP by Thursday, May 10th would be appreciated for food orders. Questions and RSVPs can be sent to Melanie Brown at melanieb.1(a)verizon.net. Sincerely, Zone 2 Citizen Public Safety Council - Melanie Brown, Walter Smith and Harry Johnson Zone 5 Public Safety Council - Emily Keebler, Sarah Campbell, Robert LeDonne, and Stacey Direnzo *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)pittsburghpa.gov <emily.keebler(a)city.pittsburgh.pa.us> · www.city.pittsburgh.pa.us/district7*

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[Highland Park] Grandparents caring for grandchildren
by cindy Rancurello 03 May '12

03 May '12

I have recently become a "stay at home grandma" for my 9 mos. old grandson. I think there are quite a few of us grandparents helping out with or living with grandchildren! I wondered if anyone out there would be interested in getting together with kids at playgrounds, libraries, pool, etc. for time together with our own generation. If you are interested, reply to skinnerkia(a)gmail.com with first name, e-mail address, loose schedule information and any other ideas about forming such a group. Looking forward to hearing from you folks! Cindy

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