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

Women -- looking for a place to get back into singing?
by Emily Swora 28 Jan '16

28 Jan '16

Hi all! Pgh School for the Choral Arts is re-starting its women's choir, Women of Song, for a three month engagement. Interested? Read below for more information and get in touch with me at emily(a)pghchoralarts.org if you want more info! Women of Song is an intergenerational choir for women. Starting its third year, Women of Song seeks to be a safe, supportive environment for women to achieve a high level of choral singing. It is a place to get into or back into singing, learning high-quality repertoire and healthy vocal production. While Women of Song is a place to which choristers can return year after year, Women of Song is also a great place to (re)start your musical education. I am SO delighted to say that Women of Song will meet *Wednesdays* in February, March, and April at *St. Andrews Episcopal Church* in Highland Park from *7 - 9 pm*. This is the first year that I am conducting it, and I'm so thrilled to be able to do this. I have picked some great music and can't wait to share it with you all. There is a general registration fee for the three months, but *please, do not let finances stop you from coming to Women of **Song*, as we have allotted some spaces for people to pay less. The registration fee covers instruction, accompaniment, music purchase. The cost can be reduced significantly if it presents a problem -- and can be indicated on the registration form, which I will send to you if you're interested! -- Emily Swora 651-212-0791 Pittsburgh, PA

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Heavenly Heat Dry Infrared Sauna
by Will Walker 28 Jan '16

28 Jan '16

Barely used two person dry sauna with two infrared backrests made by Heavenly Heat in excellent condition. You can Google their website to learn more about their saunas if you are not familiar with this brand. I am selling it simply because I do not have the room for it anymore. If this is something that meets your needs, I strongly suggest that you come look at it before Sunday because it is being disassembled to make room for my new furniture. Owner manual is included. You haul. Measurements are: 74 high x 51 wide x 44 1/2 deep. Originally $3700, asking $850 or b/o. If interested, please email or text 412-400-4366 Health and happiness, Angela

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Window treatments
by Shannon Daly Striner 28 Jan '16

28 Jan '16

Hi neighbors, We want to get custom window treatments for our house and I was wondering if any neighbors recommend any local companies that they have had positive experiences with. Any feedback is much appreciated. Thanks very much. -- Shannon Daly Striner Email: shannonstriner(a)gmail.com

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Fwd: Free! Infant bassinet
by Kate H 28 Jan '16

28 Jan '16

We were given this bassinet from a friend who had recieved it from someone else, and the instructions were to pay it forward when we were done. The bassinet is probably 5-10 years old with a sturdy plastic frame in good condition. It is skinny enough to fit next to your bed, has a rocking function or can be locked in place, and has storage bins down below. It is white with a blue and white fabric shade/liner. We found it really handy in the first few weeks of parenthood. *Email me for pictures* I will also pass along four bassinet sized sheets in blue, white, pink, and grey and white polka dots. Porch pick-up only.We think it comes apart but never really tried, you'll probaby need a station wagon or truck to transport. I also have a an extra boppy (breastfeeding pillow) if you are interested in that, and a neck pillow for infants (like a grown up would use on an airplane). Let me know and I will stick them in the bassinet with the rest of the goods. I hope someone can use it! -- *Kate Harris* http://katevilanova.wix.com/creativeinstruction

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Kids' boots, bikes, table and chairs for sale
by Karen Sharif 28 Jan '16

28 Jan '16

Photos available but too large to attach... Just ask! Kids' snow boots: Bass, size 3, purple. Very good shape. $10.00 Bikes: one pink/purple 20". $15.00 One pink/blue Cinderella 16". $10.00 One black Harley Davidson themed. Very tiny with training wheels. Free! Table and 2 chairs: blue stained wood from IKEA. Great for a play room. Pre-decorated with stickers, paint, and marker! $10.00 Email for pictures!

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Glass Workshops: Feb & March 2016
by meeghan triggs 28 Jan '16

28 Jan '16

Atelier Glass Studio is offering the following scheule of Fused Glass Workshops in Feb & March: Fused Glass for 2 - All Ages, $75 (registers 2 students) approx 1hr Sat 2/13 @ 12pm or 3pm Sun 2/14 @ 1pm or 4pm Lucky 4 Leaf Clovers - All Ages, $45 per student, approx 1hr Sat 2/27 12pm or 2pm Sat 3/5 12pm or 2pm KIDS Lucky 4 Leaf Clovers- Kids ages 5-13, $25, approx 45 mins Sun 2/28 11am-6pm ( workshops scheduled each hour, you choose what time you want to come) Butterfly Suncatchers - All Ages, $50, approx 1hr Sat 3/19 12pm or 2pm SPACE IS LIMITED!!! Pre-Registration is required. Call 412-610-3956<tel:412-610-3956> to ask questions & register. Payment is due at time of registration. We hope you will join us! www.atelierpgh.com<http://www.atelierpgh.com/> Atelier Glass Studio 5204 Butler St. Lawrenceville 412-610-3956<tel:412-610-3956>

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JumpSport Trampoline/Rebounder for Sale - $200
by L. Fusco 27 Jan '16

27 Jan '16

I purchased this pro rebounder and can count the number of times that I've used it on one hand. It's been safely kept in the basement. This is the exact product (250): http://www.amazon.com/JumpSport-Fitness-Trampoline-Model-250/dp/B0042H4QYS Selling for $200. -- L.Fusco, MPH

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Double bed
by Susan M. Rademacher 27 Jan '16

27 Jan '16

Hi neighbors, We have a supremely comfortable Ikea bed with a platform that easily lifts up to reveal a huge storage space. Very good mattress included. Disclosure: The bed itself needs repair or removal of the feet. The wooden frame is padded and upholstered in off white fabric which is stained, but could be easily recover with new fabric. Best offer (you remove!) Please call or respond to this email. Thanks, Susan Rademacher 502-876-4647

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Veggie and flower seeds for sale!
by Rachel Kudrick 27 Jan '16

27 Jan '16

Hello, HP neighbors! For the last few years, I have been offering plants for sale. I will still be doing that this year, but in the past, folks have asked for varieties of things I don't have or things that can't really be transplanted (carrots and beets, for example). It occurred to me while I'm putting my seed order together that people might like to make some choices of their own. I'm not doing this for profit, but because I WANT more people to grow things in their yards. It's pretty, it's fun, it's therapeutic and it's DELICIOUS! You can look up the online prices and see them for yourself, so you'll know what the cost really is. I will definitely be ordering from the following 2 places: Baker Creek: www.rareseeds.comSeed Savers Exchange: www.seedsavers.org If I order enough packets from Seed Savers Exchange, there will be a discount, which I will pass on to you. In addition, I might be ordering a few varieties from Burpee: www.burpee.comSouthern Exposure Seed Exchange: www.southernexposure.comPark Seed: www.parkseed.com In addition, if you don't want as many seeds as are listed on the packet, I'd be willing to distribute them into smaller amounts in small coin envelopes. (If I do that, the price-per-seed will vary depending on the amount of seeds in the packet, and I'll do a small upcharge to cover the envelopes and the time to do it and label everything.) Most prices would work out to less than 10 cents a seed, with many of them (like lettuces and carrots) being more like 50 seeds for a dollar or something like that. I will say this: if you plan to buy from Burpee or another company that has seed racks in local stores, and you want typical varieties (Detroit Dark Red Beets, Beefsteak Tomato, Romaine Lettuce), the price will be less if you buy a pack there. Burpee's prices are about 1.5 to 2 times higher online, but they carry a ton more varieties there. I'm not sure what the prices typically are on Seed Savers Exchange seeds, but I know that Roxanne's Flowers in the Strip carries them. Not sure what varieties they have though. Anyway, take a look at the catalogs, let me know what you're interested in (or if there's a particular thing you'd like me to grow for you, I'll certainly consider it). I'll be ordering in about 2 weeks, so let me know before February 12th. I'll send out a reminder a few days in advance. If you're worried about growing your own, I offer free advice all season long! Happy seed searching!!! Rachel

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Update Fundraising for Local Puppy Jackson's Leg Surgery
by Alexis Carter 27 Jan '16

27 Jan '16

Hello Neighbors, First I would like to thank everyone who responded to my initial email regarding Jackson’s broken leg. Thank you so very much to those who have donated as well as gave me advice regarding the surgery, local vets, puppy care, etc. This information has been invaluable! After all of the information received, I made the decision to take Jackson to Pittsburgh Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center (PVSEC) on Camp Horne Road for surgery (1/9/16). The surgery went well and Jackson has been home approaching three weeks. He has progressed from having a cast to not having one (Picture below was taken the week of 1/25/16). We are all so happy at how quickly he has recovered. However, help is still needed to pay for the cost of the surgery. All of this information is also posted on the Go Fund Me account. So far, $910 has been raised through Go Fund Me and Jackson has also received $250 directly to his account at PVSEC (Surgery total: $2,498.00). Donations are still needed. Please forward this email to anyone who is willing to help. For those who do not fully trust GoFundMe, direct donations can also be made directly to PVSEC by contacting directly Jay Schmidt, Customer Service Director at PVSEC (Phone number: 412-348-6508). Thanks so much! GoFundMe link for Jackson: https://www.gofundme.com/j7hc6cnw

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