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[Highland Park] one time babysitting need
by Ian MacLellan 13 Mar '14

13 Mar '14

Hi everyone, We have a one-time babysitting need that our regular sitters can't cover. We need to find someone to babysit our three children (4 1/2, 2 1/2, and 10 months) from 6:30 am to 11:30 am next Wednesday (11/19). If anyone is interested or knows a babysitter who would be, please get in touch with us. Thanks! Ian & Megan MacLellan 724-914-7261

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[Highland Park] Hanna Andersson down coat, snow pants, and Land's End boots
by Ward, Megan 13 Mar '14

13 Mar '14

For sale: Hanna Andersson down coat and snow pants and Land's End snow flurry boots. The coat is reversible (orange and light pink stripes on one side, dark pink on the other). Both the pants and the boots are pink. The coat and pants are size 90, the boots are size 9. My daughter wore these when she was two and three (the coat and pants are cut generously, so they lasted through two winters). $40 for everything. Highland Park.

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[Highland Park] Pirates Opening Day Ticket?
by Allison Haley 13 Mar '14

13 Mar '14

Hi neighbors, While I realize that this is unlikely, does anyone have a single ticket for opening day on March 31 that they need to part with? We have two tickets and would like to take our daughter, if possible. Thanks! Allison

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[Highland Park] Special EastSide Tasting
by Tom Dickson 13 Mar '14

13 Mar '14

Neighbors, I want to invite you to a tasting we are having on April 3rd that will feature some of the East End's top restaurants (Spoon, notion, Salt, Livermore), along with some great microbreweries and distilleries. All to benefit Neighbors in Need, a nonprofit program dedicated to helping at-risk East End families in crisis. Tickets are limited so I encourage you to act fast by clicking on below. http://eastsidemicrolocal.splashthat.com/go Best regards, Tom Dickson P.S. To learn more about Neighbors in Need, visit http://ninpittsburgh.org/

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[Highland Park] painter recommendations for kitchen cabinets
by Corrie Passavant 13 Mar '14

13 Mar '14

We'd like to have our kitchen cabinets painted, and I wanted to ask if anyone has recommendations on who/how to do that. I think we'd be interested in a painter who could take the cabinet doors to a workshop, spray them, and reinstall. Any suggestions? Thanks, HP! Corrie

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[Highland Park] Opening of Bettina Clowney's Exhibition on saturday March 22, 2014
by Isabelle Strollo 13 Mar '14

13 Mar '14

Please join us for the *opening* of *Bettina Clowney's* new exhibition "*Between abstraction and realism"* on *Saturday, March 22 * , from 5 to 8pm Meet the Philadelphia artist during the reception. ( March 22 - April 25) Thank you Christine Frechard Gallery www.christinefrechardgallery.com 5871 Forbes Avenue Pittsburgh, Pa 15217 (412) 421-8888

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[Highland Park] Household Items for Sale
by Allison Haley 13 Mar '14

13 Mar '14

For sale - all items can be delivered in the East End for an additional $5. Please contact us with any questions. *Ikea EKBY JÄRPEN/ EKBY BJÄRNUM wall shelf, white, aluminum* Never used - we purchased the wrong size and attached the end brackets so now we can't return it. New condition, measures a little less than 47" long and 11" deep. A heavy shelf, so it would need to be screwed into wall studs. Exact description link is below; retails for $25 new, yours for $15. http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/S79929647/ [image: image.jpeg] *Ikea Malm 3-drawer chest, birch veneer* Used lovingly with normal/minimal wear. Structurally sound (or as sound as an Ikea product can be). Exact description link is below; retails for $80 new, yours for $40. http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/30053921/ [image: image.jpeg] *Rocketfish Tilting Low-profile TV Wall Mount* New, never used and in the box - our wall studs are not situated in a way to make using this product possible. Fits most TVs with 32" to 70" screens up to 130 pounds. Exact description link is below and I've linked Best Buy's fit finder for TV wall mounts to see if it would fit your TV. Retails for $120 new, yours for $100. http://www.bestbuy.com/site/tilting-wall-mount-for-most- 32-to-70-flat-panel-tvs/9881868.p;jsessionid=7C4AE20ED9A62EF9BBBF2589561308 79.bbolsp-app01-122?id=1218188548973&skuId=9881868&st=rf-tvmlpt03&cp=1&lp=1 http://mf1.bestbuy.selectionassistant.com [image: image.jpeg]

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[Highland Park] Contractor Recommendations
by Kimberly Latta 13 Mar '14

13 Mar '14

Dear Wonderful Neighbors, Many of you wrote with recommendations in response to my query about a good contractor. A few contractors also contacted me directly. I have (finally) reproduced the list of names you sent in. I still have yet to contact someone, so if you want to second the recommended name you see here, please do, and I will re-post to the list! You are all AWESOME: Aaron Reiger and Steve Reiger are the best contractors in Pittsburgh. Their work is meticulous in detail, clean, and on time. They have done work throughout Pittsburgh. They do remodels, additions, and new custom builds on a selective basis. Friends and family have used them for years. Great work! They will be doing remodeling of our bathrooms and kitchen this year. Let me know if this helps Aaron Reiger 724-333-4417 <file://localhost/tel/724-333-4417> Steven Reiger 724-712-9610 <file://localhost/tel/724-712-9610> Ripley Brothers are in the midst of doing an addition for us right now. They are conscientious to detail and take the time to do it right. They had to deal with a difficult removal of a basement that was in the floor and created a new floor and dining room where no existed. They were the most reasonable bid when we were in that stage also. They are two brothers and a crew and their father who trained them in the "right "ways to do things still helps out. The old school way too do things wins out over the short cuts some contractors make. I was neighbors with Randy Woods for over 10 years and my brother worked with him for a few of those. I spent a lot of time there because my best friend was his daughter. He redid his (above ground) pool and the entire house in that time. He has a family construction crew with his sons and does really great work. He didn't personally do work for me, but I have seen what he has done (plus he's an awesome person.) Let me know if you want to get in touch with him. Frank Leonardi of Leonardi Construction is a great contractor He lives in Highland Park and I worked with him for a number years. He is a good man. Honest, will not overcharge you, sincere, and excellent at his craft. Give him a call. 412-719-3321 <file://localhost/tel/412-719-3321> (his cell, not sure but he may have a new number) 412-661-1679 <file://localhost/tel/412-661-1679> (home) I have a totally awesome handyman who could do all of the work, but he's tied up for another month or so on a long-term project. If you're still looking later this spring, he'd be great - he's totally re-habbed my house - elec, plumbing, trouble shooting, carpentry, excellent painting, etc. He's very clever, quick and reasonable/low prices. Diana dianabloss15206(a)gmail.com i had my contractor install a concrete pad and a privacy fence. He also does interior work for me - painting and drywall and roofing. He has worked for me for 20 years. Tony Robinson 412-403-4857<file://localhost/tel/412-403-4857> tell him Debi from Hp told you to call. Dan Hinchman (Hinchman Contracting) has done extensive work at our house, including complete bathroom rehabs, new back porch and deck (with a jacuzzi), as well as many smaller projects like floor refinishing, painting, etc. We have been extremely happy with Dan's workmanship. We also really appreciate his honesty and reliability. I'd be happy to show you the work that Dan has done here. You can reach him at 412-337-2672<file://localhost/tel/412-337-2672> or at dhinchman(a)verizon.net. Andy Hardy, Hardy Construction in Park Place (a bit pricey), neighbors have used for a lot of projects.. Daniel McMahan installed my whole bathroom, from sink, to whole house plumbing lines, ceramic tile to electrical with old house issues...meticulous and reasonable. 412.867.5443<file://localhost/tel/412.867.5443> Ronald Cerniglia RC Construction. I have been a carpenter for over 30 years and live in Highland Park. I will be happy to come and give you an estimate for the upgrade to you residence. My Email address is cerniglia111@ verizon.net. If you email me your phone number I'll call you or call me at 412-363-3173 <file://localhost/tel/412-363-3173>. Hope to hear from you soon. Hello ...my name is Robert Higgs , and i also live in highland park and we are licensed and insured to meet your every renovation need we have worked with several highland park residents and have gotten very good reviews from all of them if you would check the list serve you should find my name there ... we do not simply look to land a project ,but more importantly we endeavor to build lasting relationships so please do feel free to contact us, and we would be honored to evaluate, at no cost any of your potential renovation projects. Thank you. Robert Higgs Uplife Financial Solutions 412-758-3306 <file://localhost/tel/412-758-3306> I am a contractorcompleting a full kitchen remodel in Squirrel Hill at this time. I have 35+ years experience in this field. I would like to have the opportunity to look at your project an provide you with a quote. If you are interested, my contact information follows. Joseph W. Michels PA 104872 (724) 495-9805 <file://localhost/tel/%2528724%2529%20495-9805> Cell (412) 922-4680 <file://localhost/tel/%2528412%2529%20922-4680> Fax jmichels2000(a)aol.com My name is Steve Juliana. I'm a Highland Park contractor with over 30 years experience looking to build my customer base. I am generalcontractor, experienced in all facets of the trade however i love smaller jobs, especially from people in the Highland Park community. No job is too small. I'm affordable and dependable. Call Steve @ 412.417.7704 <file://localhost/tel/412.417.7704> -- Kimberly Latta, Ph.D. "The thought manifests as the word; The word manifests as the deed; The deed develops into habit; And habit hardens into character; So watch the thought and its ways with care, and let it spring from love born out of concern for all beings . . . As the shadow follows the body, as we think so we become." --The Buddha, Dhammapadha

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[Highland Park] 3rd Annual April Fools Challlenge
by David Primm 13 Mar '14

13 Mar '14

Dear Community Members, Here is a friendly reminder about the April Fools Challenge Race. Visit our site to see how much fun this event is, http://www.aprilfoolschallenge.com/. *When:* Sunday, April 6th 2014 *Start:* Racing begins at 10 am (Registration at 8:30 am) *Where:* Founders Field - 101 Eisele Road, Cheswick, PA 15024 *Registration Fee:* $60, this includes a free shirt, your insurance fee, giveaways, a post race beverage (a cold beer for those 21+, bring your ID). All spectators are encouraged to attend. It is free to watch! We will have food and beverages for sale, as well as local business sponsors such as About Time ( http://tryabouttime.com/) and Coffee Tree Roasters ( http://www.coffeetree.com/) We are also very excited to announce our collaboration with the Animal Rescue League. There will be dogs! If you want to race or sign up as a volunteer, visit our website, http://www.aprilfoolschallenge.com/. All race proceeds benefit the Pittsburgh Harlequins Rugby Football Association (PHRFA). Here is a link to the PHRFA. http://pittsburghgives.guidestar.org/NonprofitProfile.aspx?OrgId=1052158 Thanks for your cooperation and spreading the word to friends that may be interested. Feel free to contact me directly if you have any questions. Regards, David 6512 Jackson

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[Highland Park] Thinking About Painting Your Home This Summer?
by AAK69＠pitt.edu 12 Mar '14

12 Mar '14

Hello Residents, My name's Austin Killian and I am a sophomore majoring in Finance and Marketing at the University of Pittsburgh College of Business Administration. I am also the local branch manager in the Highland Park area this year for College Works Painting. Since I was born and raised in the Pittsburgh area, I understand the sense of pride you take in your well-kept homes, and I will treat it as my own. I have been put through extensive and vigorous training by the company and my mentor Justin Brown so I can ensure you your expectations will be met. As an aspiring entrepreneur, College Works gives me an opportunity to run my own branch of a company, so Im going to make sure I do it right the first time. I know it may seem early for estimates, but right now my goal is to knock out all of my estimates before final exams in April! That way, I can focus on providing quality work during the summer, instead of marketing and sales during the summer. Plus, right now our prices are the lowest we can provide before my painters receive their raises and the demand for painting skyrockets. If you would like a FREE EXTERIOR PAINTING ESTIMATE, please call me at (724) 766-0696 or email me at aak69(a)pitt.edu and I will gladly come give you one in a timely manner. Thank you for your time and I look forward to hearing from you soon! ALSO SEE ATTACHED PICS FROM OUR PREVIOUS WORK AND REFERENCE LETTERS FROM PREVIOUS CLIENTS Austin Killian

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