January 2016 - test-neighbhorhood@test.highlandparkpa.com

Carpet Cleaning
by Audrey Rasmusson 21 Jan '16

21 Jan '16

Can anyone recommend a good carpet cleaner? Alternatively, can anyone suggest good ways to remove the stains left on nylon carpets by spilled chocolate flavored nutrition drinks? Thank you! Audrey

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Dog outside at N St Clair and Wellesley
by Jacob Yundt 21 Jan '16

21 Jan '16

As an FYI, there is a little black dog outside without a leash. It has a multi colored sweater. I tried to coax it to me and it started barking a lot. -Jacob

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[Tazza D'Oro] Friday's are Brunch Day!
by Amy 21 Jan '16

21 Jan '16

Tazza D'Oro has posted a new item, 'Friday's are Brunch Day!' Hey all- Our chefs, Nate and Zach, will be creating some delicious food every Friday at our HP location beginning Friday, Jan. 22, 8am-1pm - Coffee loves Food! You may view the latest post at http://www.tazzadoro.net/2016/01/fridays-are-brunch-day/ You received this e-mail because you asked to be notified when new updates are posted. Best regards, Amy tazzadoro(a)earthlink.net

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Highland Park, Learn Ceramics in the New Year!
by Kevin Fernando 21 Jan '16

21 Jan '16

Union Project is currently enrolling winter ceramic classes. Check out our offerings below and sign up today before classes fill up! [image: Inline image 1] MONDAY Intermediate / Advanced Ceramics *Winter Session: * *10 Mondays, January 25-March 28, 6-9 pm* *Cost: $230* If you have experience throwing on the wheel and want to take it to the next level, this class will also provide the opportunity to advance your skills, explore new forms, and deepen your ceramics experience. Work on more advanced shapes like teapots or larger pieces, and learn small steps to transform a mediocre pot into a beautiful piece. In addition to hands on learning, your teacher, Keith <http://www.unionproject.org/arts/ceramics-cooperative/#keithhershberger>, will work with you to really look at the pieces you make – going beyond the mechanics of throwing and discussing the aesthetics of what makes one pot better than another. THURSDAY Morning Beginner / Intermediate Ceramics *Winter Session:* *10 Thursdays, January 28-March 31, 9 am-12 pm* *Cost: $230* Whether you already have a little experience in clay, or are just starting out – this class will give you an introduction to the fundamentals of wheel-throwing and hand-building. If you’ve already learned the basics and want to improve your proficiency, this class will challenge you and help you expand your knowledge or refresh your skills. Your instructor, Claire, will focus on teaching centering, maximizing volume, trimming, glazing, and studio safety. THURSDAY Evening Beginner / Intermediate Ceramics *Winter Session:* *10 Thursdays, January 28-March 31, 6-9 pm* *Cost: $230* Whether you already have a little experience in clay, or are just starting out – this class will give you an introduction to the fundamentals of wheel-throwing and hand-building. If you’ve already learned the basics and want to improve your proficiency, this class will challenge you and help you expand your knowledge or refresh your skills. Your instructor, Kimberlyn, will focus on teaching centering, maximizing volume, trimming, glazing, and studio safety. Youth Clay Class: Session 1 *Session 1:* *4 Wednesdays, February 3-February 24, 5:00-6:30pmCost: $55* Ages 7-10. Your child will create functional and decorative work drawing upon their imagination and environment for creativity. Projects will provide students with an opportunity to find inspiration in area architecture and natural forms. Each young artist will learn various hand-building techniques and will have a chance to try the potter’s wheel. Raku Workshop *Winter Session:* *2 Sundays, February 21 and 28, 1-4 pmCost: $60/person* Come learn the unique process of Raku firing. You’ll get the chance to make Raku clay bodies and use various Raku glazes. Some hand-building techniques will be demonstrated and the workshop will wrap up with an evening xperiencing the amazing Raku firing process. You can read more about Raku firing here <http://www.unionproject.org/blog/what-raku>. Youth Clay Class: Session 2 *Session 2:* *4 Wednesdays, **March 2-March 23, **5:00-6:30pm* *Cost: $55* Ages 7-10. Your child will create functional and decorative work drawing upon their imagination and environment for creativity. Projects will provide students with an opportunity to find inspiration in area architecture and natural forms. Each young artist will learn various hand-building techniques and will have a chance to try the potter’s wheel. Clay & Wine Friday: March *March Session:* *Friday, March 11, 7-10 pmCost: $65/pair or $40/person* *Voted Best Imbibed Crafting by Pittsburgh Magazine <http://www.pittsburghmagazine.com/Pittsburgh-Magazine/July-2014/Best-of-the…>!* Spend Friday night with buddies, drinking wine, in the studio! Grab a buddy or a date for three hours of clay and wine. Everyone will have a chance to play on the wheel, and our instructor will also teach you a variety of handbuilding techniques! Clay, wine, and firing costs are included in the fee. Whiskey Workshop *Winter Session: * *Sunday, March 13, 3-6 pm* *Cost: $40/person or $65/pair* Join us for a flask-making, whiskey-swilling workshop! You will learn soft-slab construction and create your own ceramic whiskey flask...while sampling delicious whiskey. (mmmmm) Bird House Building Workshop *Winter Workshop:* *Sunday, March 20, 1-4 pmCost: $25/birdhouse* Spring is just around the corner! Handbuild with clay and make a cozy home for your feathered friends. You'll use slab construction to build your bird house and then paint on underglazes to spruce it up. Bring some buddies or your family and build a bird house together, or you can each make your very own. Sign up today to save your spot! Wheel 101: April Session *Winter Workshop:* *Tuesday, April 2, 6-9 pmCost: $40/person* Always wanted to try your hand at the potter's wheel? Need a quick refresher on that ceramics class you took in high school? Join us for a creative evening playing on the potter's wheel. Participants will learn the basics of centering clay and throwing bowls and cylinders on the wheel. Lead by an experienced teaching artist, this fun and informative workshop is designed for those who are curious about clay or want to further their skills without the commitment of a class. Clay, tools, and firing costs are included. Wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. ---------- Check out the Union Project <http://unionproject.org/Ceramics/Ceramics-Classes> website to register! Union Project's ceramics classes encourage the making of both hand-made objects and connections among people. Your class registration furthers UP's mission to use our space to bring people together to connect, create, and celebrate. The online registration form is located within each class listing on the Union Project website. After you submit the form, you will be to submit payment via Paypal. Your spot is not secured until payment is received. All materials and supplies are included in class price. Ceramic toolkits are available for $20. Refund policy: Refunds may be issued if requested at least two weeks prior to class start date. There will be no refunds issued within two weeks of start date. A $20 administrative fee will be charged for all refunds. Class make-up policy: Class participants are able to make up *one *missed class during an Open Studio session. The missed class must be made up before the last class of the session.

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Nanny share or in-home care
by Lute White 21 Jan '16

21 Jan '16

Hi We are looking for a full time nanny or nanny share situation with someone preferably in Highland Park. We are on waitlists at many daycares in the area but would prefer to keep him closer to home. If anyone has recommendations for a nanny, nanny share or daycares in Highland Park please let us know. We are looking for March or early April. Thank you!! Lute _______________________________ Lute L. White, M.Ed. -Don't believe everything you think.

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HPCC Monthly Meeting Reminder - TONIGHT - Thursday, January 21st at 7PM at St. Andrew's Church
by Monica Watt 21 Jan '16

21 Jan '16

Please join us for the HPCC Monthly Meeting, TONIGHT - Thursday, January 21st at 7PM at St. Andrew's Church. Everyone is invited to attend! David Hance from the HPCDC will give an annual review of their work in the neighborhood. This will become a standing January meeting presentation. Kristin Saunders, Bicycle and Pedestrian Coordinator Department of City Planning will discuss proposed bike infrastructure along Negley Avenue, specifically Negley/5th to Negley/Stanton. If you live on or use Negley often, you will want to attend and see how this might impact you and voice your opinion. Stay warm! Best regards, Monica Monica Watt President, Highland Park Community Council Editor, HPCC Newsletter Co-Chair, House Tour Committee Co-Chair, Playground Committee Member, Beautification Committee President ESP Studios 625 Liberty Avenue, 24th FL Pittsburgh, PA 15222 412.642.7700 v 412.642.2277 f 412.980.4208 c monica.watt(a)elias-savion.com<mailto:monica.watt@elias-savion.com>

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Winter Jackets
by Brian McGough 21 Jan '16

21 Jan '16

Hello fellow HPers, I have a box full of coats that I am looking to get rid of. Some of them will be good for the winter and some are spring type jackets. Does anyone know anywhere local that I could drop these coats and they would be put to good use? Thanks, Brian McGough

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Summer rental
by Guido Giuntini 21 Jan '16

21 Jan '16

Highland Park Home Available for Short-Term Summer Rental If you have relatives coming in for a week or so in August and they need a place to stay, (being close, but not too close : ) contact us about our three bedroom home. $400/wk.

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Snow Shoveling Request
by Sarah Heppenstall 21 Jan '16

21 Jan '16

Dear Neighbors, Please consider being diligent in shoveling snow from your walks this winter. If you shovel regularly, you will not need to use salt; salt is really painful on paws! It is not just about your convenience; shoveling helps the school children and their parents, our elderly neighbors who do not navigate deep snow and ice well, and our hardworking mail carriers. If you see that a neighbor has not been able to clear their walk, please consider sharing the blessing of your health and strength not just to help your neighbor but mostly to help those of us who use our community sidewalks. Shoveling a great exercise and it is fun to meet your neighbors while you are out there in this beautiful snow! Thank-you! O Lord, you will hear the desire of the meek; you will strengthen their heart, you will incline your ear to do justice for the orphan and the oppressed, so that those from earth may strike terror no more. Psalm 10:17-18 Sarah J Heppenstall

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FOR SALE - Sturdy wire storage shelf
by Heather Kropf 21 Jan '16

21 Jan '16

The second of two items remaining from my moving sale. I've cut the price in half to only $20! Need a little extra storage organization?...... http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/fuo/5412611114.html Heather

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