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

[Highland Park] Help Donate School Supplies for East Liberty Youth
by Leah Marmo 30 Aug '12

30 Aug '12

Hi Neighbors! I am currently working with a church in East Liberty to organize a "Back to School Block Party" for the newly reopened PGH Obama School (formerly Peabody High) youth. I've included an announcement about the event at the end of this email. We are still in need of school supply donations to be handed out at the event. If anyone is interested in donating to a great cause, please email me and i can pick up the supplies at your convenience! Supplies needed: school binders bookbags combination locks folders pens/pencils notebooks etc. Also, we are also seeking food donations (hot dogs, chips, cookies, water). If you would like to help in ANY WAY for this event, please let me know!! Thanks so much Crossroads Church is excited to announce the upcoming Back to School Block Party scheduled for Saturday, September 8, 2012, Time: 1-5pm. The day will consist of family fun and entertainment, including bands, a DJ, carnival games, and food but ALSO serve as a "resource fair" for families to learn about available resources in the East Liberty community, including Energy Assistance, Job Training, Health Screenings, Health Care information, etc. We will also be giving out school supplies to children and youth for their upcoming school year. Our vision is for the block party to be an community event, rich with non-profits, churches, businesses, and social services. -- Leah Jo Marmo, MSW "Don't ask yourself what the world needs. Ask yourself what makes you come alive and then go do that. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive."

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[Highland Park] Women's Birkenstock Clogs
by BJ Woodworth 30 Aug '12

30 Aug '12

Women's Boston Birkenstock clog -- Excellent condition -- only worn three times Size 41 Color: Antique Leather Peat (dark Brown) Originally $120, will sell for $90 Contact Katrina at kbwoodworth6(a)gmail.com BJ Woodworth pastor of the open door abbot of wcd www.pghopendoor.org www.wcdpittsburgh.com “Even though knowledge is true, it is still not firmly established if unaccompanied by works. For everything is established by being put into practice. Often our knowledge becomes darkened because we fail to put it into practice.” – St. Mark the Ascetic

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[Highland Park] Kitchen Contractors
by Angel Cooper 30 Aug '12

30 Aug '12

Hello Listserv! Im looking into recommendations for kitchen contractors. Work would include installing new cabinets, countertops, and flooring. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! Angel Cooper Cakeycoop(a)yahoo.com "Dream as if you will live forever, and live as if you will die today."

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[Highland Park] Happy Labor Day!
by Lori Rongier 29 Aug '12

29 Aug '12

Begin forwarded message: > From: Paris 66 <info(a)paris66bistro.com> > Date: August 29, 2012 10:08:56 PM EDT > To: Lori <lorifred9(a)aol.com> > Subject: Happy Labor Day! > Reply-To: Paris 66 <info(a)paris66bistro.com> > > Paris 66 is OPEN 11am - 10pm on LABOR DAY! Email not displaying > correctly? > View it in your browser. > Happy Labor Day! > Paris 66 is OPEN > 11am -10 pm > See you for Lunch or Dinner! > > > > Le Beaujolais Nouveau 2012 arrive! > > Mark your calendars and save the date! > > Beaujolais Nouveau 2012 > November 15th, 16th and 17th beginning at 5pm. > > 3-course dinner, includes a glass of the 2012 Beaujolais Nouveau > > Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your table in advance. > > > reserve your table! > http://www.paris66bistro.com > OUR LOCATION > > 6018 Penn Circle South > Pittsburgh Pa 15206 > OUR HOURS > > Mon-Thursday 11am-10pm > Fri-Sat 11am-11pm > Sunday Brunch 10 am -3pm > VISIT US ONLINE > > www.paris66bistro.com > Copyright © 2012 Paris 66 Bistro, All rights reserved. > You signed our guest book > > Our mailing address is: > Paris 66 Bistro > 6018 Penn Circle S > Pittsburgh, PA 15206 > > Add us to your address book > > unsubscribe from this list | update subscription preferences >

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[Highland Park] Girl Scout Troop request for 5 gallon white plastic lidded buckets
by Joan Soulliere 29 Aug '12

29 Aug '12

Dear Neighbors, It's time for Girl Scouts to start again! I am searching for 5 gallon white handled plastic buckets commonly used in food service or for non-hazzardous paint, etc. We will be using them to make an updated version of the famous Girl Scout "Sit Upon." Should you have buckets that are in good shape and either clean or able to be cleaned, please contact me. I'm happy to pick them up. Thank you! Joan Soulliere Leader, Girl Scout Troop 54281

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[Highland Park] free couch
by Ian MacLellan 29 Aug '12

29 Aug '12

Picture attached. The couch folds out to become a bed. The couch is in the yard of 4401 Stanton. Please come and take it!

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[Highland Park] Fwd: Infant carriers
by Lynn Cabral 29 Aug '12

29 Aug '12

> Subject: Infant carriers > > Kelty Journey back pack carrier $90 > > Ergo Sport Baby Carrier $50 > > Both in excellent condition. > > Our babies are now fully mobile. > > Lynn Cabral > > > > > > > > Sent from my iPhone

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[Highland Park] Garden Work
by Rich Kuroski 29 Aug '12

29 Aug '12

Hi, We need either a landscape company or a college student that can clean up an area for us. All waste to be hauled away. Not a big job, maybe three or four hours max. Rich and Bonnee

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[Highland Park] Native Spanish Speaker Tutor
by ana villacis 29 Aug '12

29 Aug '12

Experienced NATIVE Spanish speaking tutor/translator -Well-known in the home schooling/Waldorf community. -Former High School level Spanish teacher at Waldorf School in Ann Arbor, Michigan -Expereinced with alumni from Escuelita Arcoiris Spanish preschool. -Reasonable rates. -Group rates available. -references available- -translation/interpretation/proof reading services also available. Contact: azucar9(a)rocketmail.com

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[Highland Park] Part-time Positions for Afterschool Program Instructor
by Susan Robison 29 Aug '12

29 Aug '12

Afterschool Program Instructor - Building Blocks for Success Afterschool Program(Allegheny County) The Homeless Children’s Education Fund (HCEF) is currently seeking candidates for Afterschool Program Instructor positions in the Building Blocks for Success Afterschool Program at our partner agencies in Braddock and Pittsburgh. Applicants with a teaching certification are preferred. All applicants must possess current Act 33/34 and FBI clearances. Principle duties – Instructors report to the Homeless Children’s Education Fund as well as the staff at the shelter. The instructor is responsible for developing individual tutoring plans for children, assisting children with homework assignments and literacy skills development, providing guidance to afterschool volunteers in serving the literacy needs of children, and planning one-on-one and small group activities appropriate to an academically oriented afterschool setting. Hours vary by location but generally occur Monday through Thursday between 3:45 and 6:00. Anticipated number hours worked is between 9-12 weekly. This is a part-time contract position. Responsibilities: 1. Homework Help Creating a positive learning environment using resources available at the shelter Assisting students with homework assignments and projects 1. Literacy Development Fostering student’s interest in reading and helping them to develop literacy skills through a diverse range of activities, including but not limited to: · playing literacy-based games · reading books, magazines, and other literature appropriate to the client’s age and reading level · creative writing activities · reader’s theater 2. Data Monitoring Collecting student data and completing all required program documentation, including monthly reports, in a timely manner. Working collaboratively with agency staff and the HCEF Literacy Consultant to develop individual tutoring plans for each child in the program to guide parents and volunteers in developing student’s literacy skills/reading abilities. Ensuring that student timesheets are filled out accurately and consistently. 3. Parent Engagement Communicating with parents about children’s academic progress, participation and behavior via meetings and and/or written notes on an ongoing basis 4. General Responsibilities: Workingwith agency staff to supervise youth and ensure a safe, organized, and successful program. Providing feedback to HCEF Manager of Educational Programs on a monthly basis or as needed regarding program and Learning Center needs. Sharing best practices and tutoring tips with HCEF staff, volunteers, and fellow Afterschool Instructors at different HCEF program sites by attending monthly meetings and through social media The Reading Tutor will work to represent the mission of the HCEF at all times. Qualifications: * Minimum of 3 years’ experience teaching/leading afterschool programming * Knowledge of and experience administering literacy assessments for grades K-6 strongly preferred * Sensitivity to unique needs of students experiencing homelessness, including confidentiality * Previous experience working with at-risk youth strongly preferred * Creativity and ability to foster a love of reading in children of all ages * Ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, shelter staff and program volunteers * Ability to work independently with minimal supervision * Understanding of the significance of afterschool programming in the lives of underserved children and proven ability to provide a safe, structured and enriching afterschool environment * Flexibility and a willingness to work with a constantly fluctuating population. TO APPLY: Please submit a current resume and cover letter to Laura Bailey, Education Program Manager by email at lbailey(a)homelessfund.org or by fax at (412) 562-1109. Candidates who are selected for an interview will be notified by September 1, 2012. No phone calls at this time please.

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