June 2019 - test-neighbhorhood@test.highlandparkpa.com

Recommendation - CCI Sound Home Plan
by around theworld 13 Feb '23

13 Feb '23

Spreading the word about a great resource, Conservation Consultants, Inc. (CCI). I’m a new homeowner in Highland Park and a neighbor recommended this fantastic local non-profit that conducts energy assessments on homes and small businesses. My original goal was to have them identify how to address some drafty areas, and I was so surprised at how comprehensive the assessment was. All rooms were professionally measured and all major appliances were assessed…and thank goodness, because they identified a very dangerous clog with my hot water heater that was starting to back carbon monoxide into my home. It was not yet at emergency levels, but it was not picked up during my pre-sale home inspection. They did lead testing, used infrared cameras to check on insulation density and used a blower door test to suck the air out of the home to identify where the drafty areas were. The cost was very reasonable and I have a fantastic report, complete with photos that identified areas to address immediately and what can wait, and projections about how much I could save on my energy bills if I made the improvements. Some I could do myself, such as updating the door sweep and putting some caulk around the entry door. They also have a list of bonded professionals and they are great at helping you to put together an action plan. Wonderful resource for all of us with old homes. All of the contractors are great…Virginia McGrath was mine and she is fantastic…I’ve emailed and called her since my assessment to ask her opinion about a couple of items. House is already warmer…consider them https://getenergysmarter.org/sound-home-plan

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Arsenal Duo - Piano and Organ Spectacular - Sunday, April 14, 3:00 PM - East Liberty Presbyterian Church
by Edward Alan Moore 08 Nov '19

08 Nov '19

Organist Edward Alan Moore and Pianist Nathan Carterette The Arsenal Duo returns to ELPC for a concert uniting their respective instruments in a unique and spectacular fashion. Featured will be the first movement of Tchaikovsky’s first piano concerto and George Gershwin’s iconic Rhapsody in Blue. Freewill offering. https://www.facebook.com/events/487108568474533/ http://cathedralofhope.org/event/arsenal-duo/ PREVIEW - https://youtu.be/0xHZ3zXTLy0 PROGRAM Star-Spangled Banner Francis Scott Key/Leopold Godowsky (1779-1843)/ (1870-1938) Preludes Sergei Rachmaninoff (1873-1943) Opus 32 No. 10 in B minor (Lento) No. 5 in G major (Moderato) Opus 23 No. 5 in G minor (Alla marcia) Piano Concerto No. 1, Op. 23 I. Allegro non troppo e molto maestoso – Allegro con spirito Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840-1893) Carillon-Sortie Henri Mulet (1878-1967) Rhapsody in Blue George Gershwin (1898-1937) The Arsenal Duo Pittsburgh musicians Nathan Carterette (piano) and Edward Alan Moore (organ) have joined forces as The Arsenal Duo, presenting concerts that unite their respective instruments in a unique and spectacular fashion. They draw from a diverse repertoire, including works originally for piano and orchestra; works original to piano and organ; their own transcriptions; and solo offerings. Formed in 2013, The Arsenal Duo made their debut performance at Youngstown, Ohio’s historic Stambaugh Auditorium, where they attracted one of the largest audiences since the restoration of the hall’s E.M. Skinner pipe organ. The duo returned to Stambaugh to record several tracks for a forthcoming recording. They have also been presented at Pittsburgh’s East Liberty Presbyterian Church and Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, Christ Episcopal Church in Warren, Ohio, and National City Christian Church in Washington, DC. The 2015-2016 season had the duo playing concerts in Colorado, Virginia, Ohio, Illinois, Michigan, and Pennsylvania. The 2016-2017 season included concerts in New Canaan, CT, Wilson College in Chambersburg, PA, Dearborn, MI, Tarentum, PA, and an invitation to return to Stambaugh Auditorium on July 3, 2017 as featured performers for the Great Lakes Regional Convention of the American Guild of Organists. ____________________________________________ Dr. Edward Alan Moore Organist/Music Director East Liberty Presbyterian Church 116 South Highland Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15206 EdM(a)coh.net 412-441-3800 x124 www.ELPC.church www.facebook.com/EastLibertyPresbyterian Office/Email Hours: Tuesday - 12:00-7:00 Wednesday - 10:00-6:00 Thursday - 12:00-9:00 Friday - 12:00-5:00 Sunday - 9:00-1:00 ____________________________________________

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"Highland Park" Free international film festival this weekend at Pitt
by Jean F Guilleux 28 Oct '19

28 Oct '19

Dear friends and neighbors, I founded 5 years ago in South Carolina a film festival about cultural heritage and archeology called Arkhaios, which features beautiful, international, award-winning films. I just returned this week from the 5-year anniversary festival in South Carolina! Having settled in Pittsburgh earlier this year, next to my kids and grand-kids, I will be showing a selection of the films this weekend at the Frick Fine Arts Building on Pitt campus. The format is a combination of lectures by Pitt professors and graduate students, followed by the films which received the Arkhaios awards last week. Attached is the program of the lectures and the schedule of the films. Also included is the synopsis of the films. We hope you will join us Friday afternoon and Saturday afternoon and evening. Prepare to be amazed! Admission is free. https://www.facebook.com/ArkhaiosFilmFestival/ http://www.arkhaiosfilmfestival.org/ Jean --

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Graber Bike Rack - $35
by Caito - 27 Jul '19

27 Jul '19

Quality Graber trunk mount bicycle rack. $35 Holds two bikes. Light use in good condition! Please contact me for more pictures or information by email or phone/text at 412.848.7208. Thank you, caito [cid:ff13ed72-b429-47d4-a60e-cd60e3f8f1ec]

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Cleaning Services
by Steve Wisniewski 12 Jul '19

12 Jul '19

Cleaning a home is always needed, but trust is priceless! Over 20 years experience and excellent references, cleaned the Presidents Residence of CMU. Serious inquires please call 412-310-2439 Sincerely Steve Sent from my iPhone

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HPCC Annual July 4 Bike Parade
by Teri Rucker 03 Jul '19

03 Jul '19

The Highland Park Community Council Kids' Committee is hosting its annual 4th of July Parade. Kids of all ages are invited to decorate their bicycle or wheeled vehicle of choice and then show off their handy work with a parade around the fountain. When: Thursday, July 4 at 10:30 a.m. Where: Highland Park -- meet near the fountain Supplies to decorate bikes, tricycles, wagons and anything else on wheels will be provided, as well as snacks. Looking forward to seeing you all there! Teri

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Leather sofa for Sale
by Theresa Casciato 01 Jul '19

01 Jul '19

Hello, I have a black leather sofa for sale ($200). It's in good condition and measures approx. 38 inches High x 39 inches Wide x 90 inches Long. You'll need a truck to pick it up. It will take two people to move it, and you'll need to unscrew the feet, to get it through the doorway. Thanks, Theresa

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Free concrete blocks
by suzie salo 30 Jun '19

30 Jun '19

About 30 of them. Different styles. Come get em for your projects. Email me for photos. Suzie

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Curb alert-storage bin
by Emily Cagwin 30 Jun '19

30 Jun '19

Off white storage bin. Hinges in great condition. Approx 3 ft tall and 4 feet wide maybe almost 2 feet deep. Wood with veneer over top maybe. East liberty on Weldin way.

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Wheeled plastic storage bins (fits under bed)
by John Ubinger 30 Jun '19

30 Jun '19

Wheeled under-bed plastic storage bins. Like new. 66 quart size. 39" long x 20" wide x 7" high $10 each. Both for $15.

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