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

electoral college question
by Diane Averill 26 Nov '16

26 Nov '16

Hello, Neighbors. The electoral college will not vote for a new President until December 19, and Pennsylvania is one of the states in which the law does not require the electors to vote for the winner of the statewide popular vote. Does anyone know who are the electoral college members from Pennsylvania, and how to contact them? Or better yet, is there a movement or a petition already in place to which I can add my voice in a request that our electors not vote for Donald Trump? He may be choosing a staff, but he's really not the president-elect unless and until the electoral college says so, isn't that correct? Diane Averill

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3 Bedroom Duplex HP Apartment Available for Rent
by Michele de la Reza 26 Nov '16

26 Nov '16

*Spacious three bedroom furnished apartment in Highland Park is available beginning in January 2017. It is also available for short-term rentals.* This second floor duplex apartment has lots of space and light for a couple or a family. There is a very large living/dining room space, queen size beds in each main bedroom, bunk beds in the third bedroom, a lovely tile bathroom, equipped kitchen with breakfast table. Renters can also enjoy a large backyard, shared laundry in the basement and wireless internet. No smoking or pets, please. Photos: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/97ai6bjdujz4pu2/AAAihepmX dKDSLA7m6EgR_fPa?dl=0 *For more information and inquiries please contact Michele at micheledelareza(a)gmail.com <micheledelareza(a)gmail.com>* Best, Michele *Michele de la Reza*

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Ergo Carrier
by Lisa Velten Smith 26 Nov '16

26 Nov '16

It's time to give away my Ergo Carrier and small bag. There is a tear which you can see in the pictures but since there seems to be a strong sewing community here my hope is that it can still be used. No other tears. No stains. Maroon color Sent from my iPhone

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recommendations requested for a helpful real estate agent
by janet jai 25 Nov '16

25 Nov '16

We own a three-story Victorian in Highland Park. We will be moving, and we are not sure if we will be selling our house or renting it. We would like to buy an hour or two of a real estate agent's time to help us determine the current market value of our house and to learn what it would be good for us to do to help sell or rent the house. We wondered if anyone knows a real estate agent who might be able to aid us in this way. We would like to pay the agent for her/his time since we are not sure we will be listing the house. Thanks. jai & Richard

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Help for a friend in need
by Guido Giuntini 25 Nov '16

25 Nov '16

HOUSING AND CAR HELP NEEDED FOR FAMILY AWAITING MULTI-ORGAN TRANSPLANT Hello Neighbors, We recently became friends with a single mom, Elisa, from Italy who is in Pittsburgh awaiting a multi-organ transplant for her eight year old daughter, Giorgia, who suffers from a rare disease, Berdon Syndrome. It is difficult to explain all the barriers to health and well-being that she and her family face as they await a match. Giorgia is hooked up to a machine for up to 18 hrs/day to replace what her organs cannot do. The language barrier is not the least of their worries, so I am networking to help them find a better living situation. Because Giorgia cannot use steps, they are searching for a ranch or two story home, with 4 - 5 bedrooms. They are also looking for a car solution. Because Elisa does not have a SS#, she cannot get car insurance, so she must rent a car and you can imagine the costs associated with a long-term stay. They are not charity cases and are willing to pay for what they need, but they are fish out of water with specific needs. Whatever information, networks or ideas that you can supply that may help her with just these two problems would be appreciated. Thank you -

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Christmas trees!
by Melanie Sprenkel 25 Nov '16

25 Nov '16

Every year we get a perfect tree from "Jancey Street Trees." This year is no exception. They're at the old Morningside school on Jancey Street, usually from 11 am to 8 pm, if you're interested. Melanie Sent from my iPhone

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Handmade Pottery for the Holidays
by Jeff Guerrero 25 Nov '16

25 Nov '16

Hi everyone, Please consider supporting your neighborhood craftspeople this holiday season. For the 6th year in a row, we're hosting the Highland Park Pottery Tour on December 10 and 11: http://highlandparkpotterytour.com And if you can't wait until then, you can visit my Etsy page and I'll deliver your order at no charge (within Highland Park). Just use the coupon code HIGHLANDPARK when you checkout, or send me an email after ordering and I'll refund the shipping fees: https://www.etsy.com/shop/GuerreroCeramics Thank you! Jeff Guerrero N Sheridan Ave

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Highland Park: Small Business Saturday
by Marla Ferrency 25 Nov '16

25 Nov '16

Flatboat Fair Traders is participating in Small Business Saturday on November 26 with several other Highland Park businesses through the East Liberty Chamber of Commerce's event: http://exploreeastliberty.com/listings/small-business-saturday-east-liberty/ Flatboat Fair Traders is Highland Park's new retail store on Bryant St. featuring fair trade items from Nicaragua, Costa Rica and around the world. Our unique balsa wood ornaments are on sale for $5 (regularly $15) on Small Business Saturday only . Choose any balsa wood ornament in our store for $5 (no limit). We have over 90 different species represented! The Flatboat Fair Traders store is open on Saturday, November 26 between 10am and 8pm at 5901 Bryant St. in Highland Park. The wholesale arm of our business, Women of the Cloud Forest, is featured at the Peoples Gas Holiday Market downtown every day through December 23. Located in Market Square, this German-inspired open air market with Alpine-style wooden chalets mixes international flair with local charm. Sign up for our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/clHFrD Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flatboatfairtraders/ -- Marla Ferrency Flatboat Fair Traders http://flatboatfairtraders.com/ 5901 Bryant St. Pittsburgh, PA 15206

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Two vintage solid pine doors
by Gary Kountz 25 Nov '16

25 Nov '16

These two solid pine doors were in our house when we bought it. Free for the taking. You will need two strong people to get them down from the third floor. I am located on Elgin Street.

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Fwd: For Sale - Sorel Boots - Women's 6-1/2
by Ava DeMarco 25 Nov '16

25 Nov '16

Bought these for my daughter at the end of the season last year, and now she's outgrown them. Asking $45.00 text to 412-901-6839 if interested. Sent from my iPhone -- *Ava DeMarco* -- * Follow Us!* <https://www.facebook.com/Little-Earth-Productions-929324177095967/> <https://twitter.com/littleearthprod> <http://google.com/+littlearth> <https://www.pinterest.com/littleearth01/> -- <http://littlearth.com/2016Accessories.pdf> <http://littlearth.com/2016Apparel.pdf> <http://littlearth.com/2016TTCatalog.pdf>

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