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Crime in Highland Park
by Highland Park Pittsburgh, PA 15 Jan '20

15 Jan '20

There have been several postings about crime in the neighborhood lately. It's natural to be concerned about crime, but this is still a low-crime area. Be on alert, take reasonable precautions, and engage with your neighbors as they can be your eyes and ears when you're not around. If you are concerned, some steps you can take include: 1. Attend Thursday's HPCC community meeting. Representatives from Pittsburgh Police's Zone 5 come to each meeting, present an update, and ask for questions and feedback. The meeting will start at 7 pm at St. Andrew's Church, 5801 Hampton St. 2. Subscribe to Zone 5's weekly email update at https://pittsburghpa.gov/police/police-zone5 . 3. Join the HPCC's Public Safety committee. Members are invited to attend monthly Zone 5 public safety meetings and take the lead on public safety issues for the HPCC. 4. Keep your properties well lit at night with regular or motion-activated lights. 5. Install cameras on your property. 6. Do not leave packages, bicycles, and other personal property outside. 7. If you're going out of town, have your paper and mail held, ask neighbors to pick up any parcels, and leave internal and external lights on. 8. Always lock your cars, even in your garage and when you are warming them up, and do not leave any valuables in them. 9. Call 911 if you observe any suspicious behavior. At our last meeting, Commander Vinansky mentioned that some people who go door to door offering to shovel snow are actually scoping out houses. He asked that you call them if someone is knocking on doors. He assured us that people won't be harassed, but that the police will try to verify that they have honest intentions -- if not, they will likely run when they see the police. Hope to see you Thursday - Stephanie Walsh HPCC President *Highland Park Community Council* Visit our website by clicking here. <https://hpccpgh.org/>

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Seeing black sweats/pants for school play, boys size 14
by Joy 15 Jan '20

15 Jan '20

Anyone have a pair of solid black sweatpants, or pants, or jeans i can borrow for a size 14-16 kid, for his costume for *Narnia*? Need to borrow till Jan 27. Thanks in advance! Joy

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18th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Day Celebration
by Sam Laffey 14 Jan '20

14 Jan '20

This year’s event will feature keynote speaker, social justice writer/poet Robyn Lynn Harris who tells stories that “…are intricately woven into the tapestry of history, culture, identity, spirituality, joy, grief and the ability to persevere in spite of what trials may come.” She will be reading excerpts from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s “Letter from a Birmingham Jail” and reflect through her own work what has changed and what hasn’t as a result of the Civil Rights Movement. Our aim for the event is that these words will inspire everyone in attendance to reflect on the meaning of the day and to express themselves through creative and artistic outlets. We will also offer opportunities for guests to share with one another in discussion, as well as arm themselves with new resources for the fight to end racism. Since 2001, Union Project has been using the arts to bridge gaps between communities. Join us and continue the work Dr. King started decades ago - creating communities that come together to celebrate diversity and acceptance. Come listen, share, and create with an open mind and a peace-filled heart. Union Project is committed to being accessible to all. There will be ASL interpreters on site. Union Project is wheelchair accessible via our Stanton Avenue door. Service animals are always welcome. There will be a quiet space in the Board Room. Please let us know what accommodations we can make to ensure your experience is positive, contact Michelle Clesse at 412-363-4550 or michelle(a)unionproject.org if you have specific accommodations or needs. The 18th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration is supported by our sponsors at The Heinz Endowments, Bridgeway Capital, Jendoco Construction Corporation, and Simpon-McCrady Insurance. Union Project is supported in part by the Allegheny Regional Asset District. Thank you! Learn more here: https://unionproject.org/events/18th-annual-dr-martin-luther-king-jr-day-ce… -- Sam Laffey (she/her) Porter Loves Creative For artists who give a sh*t www.porterlovescreative.com Porter Loves Photography Candid portraits with the ones you love www.porterloves.com

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Seeking feedback/advice for homeschooling
by Melissa Jenkins 14 Jan '20

14 Jan '20

Hello neighbors, I would love to connect with a few moms in the area that are homeschooling. I am looking to gather some more information. Thank you! Melissa -- Melissa Dubois Jenkins *Health & Embodiment Coach* Owner, RYS Conscious Fitness BSKin, Z-Health practitioner 412-313-4860 WWW.RYS.TODAY <http://www.rys.today/> *Dance Instructor* Steel City Kizomba www.SteelCityKizomba.com *"Take care of your body. It's the only place you have to live." Jim Rohn*

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Free Upgrade to Windows 10
by Steve Karl 14 Jan '20

14 Jan '20

Easy instructions for a free (legitimate from Microsoft) upgrade to Windows 10 https://www.cnet.com/how-to/rip-windows-7-upgrade-to-windows-10-free-heres-… If you need help with this I’m available. Steve Karl 412-441-4349

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ISO piano and violin lessons for 5yos
by Kate Lovelace 14 Jan '20

14 Jan '20

I'm looking for someone who might be willing to take my 5yos for music lessons. I have two 5yo, so one is interested in violin, one in piano. They're pretty diligent and patient for 5 so I know it's young, but looking for references or suggestions, thanks!

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Additional Security Suggestions
by Lynn Cox 14 Jan '20

14 Jan '20

Neighbor Tony Richardson kindly sent these suggestions: My name is Tony Richardson. I used to live on Stanton and north Beatty. I was broken into three times within two months. My dad is a locksmith in England. He told me some helpful tips. I wanted to pass them along. I can’t seem to send a group email. But if you wanna share. Go ahead Put wood in your windows to stop then being lifted up. Make sure it’s tight to the wall. Use a door bar under the door handles/knobs. Door chains at the top of a door. THey will be Hidden and awkward to undo. Any high risk window. Use window bars or get secondary paneling. Or glass block It is a huge deterrent. Put a lock on the first inside door from the back door and lock at night. No one suspects this. Use the small plastic stoppers on your windows to limit the opening Leave the stoppers open at all times. A door bolt hidden at the very top of very bottom of a door helps also Have front and back lights and make sure they are motion sensors.

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Fwd: City Announces Martin Luther King Jr. Day Closures and Refuse Collection Changes
by Highland Park Pittsburgh, PA 14 Jan '20

14 Jan '20

*Published:* 01.14.2020 *Contact:* Molly Onufer Assistant Communications Director Mayor's 412.255.2944 molly.onufer(a)pittsburghpa.gov City Announces Martin Luther King Jr. Day Closures and Refuse Collection Changes PITTSBURGH, PA (January 14, 2020) City of Pittsburgh offices and facilities will be closed on Monday, January 20, 2020, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day and refuse collection will be delayed one day. Refuse and recycling will proceed as follows: Residents with a scheduled collection day of Monday will be serviced on Tuesday, January 21. Those with a scheduled collection day of Tuesday will be serviced on Wednesday, January 22, as so on through Saturday, January 25. The following facilities will also be closed: HEALTHY ACTIVE LIVING CENTERS (Senior Centers) • Monday, January 20, 2020: CLOSED RECREATION CENTERS • Saturday, January 18: CLOSED • Sunday, January 19: CLOSED • Monday, January 20, 2020: CLOSED AFTER-SCHOOL FEEDING PROGRAM • In conjunction with the PPS Schedule, the After-School Feeding Program (CACFP) will not be in operation on Monday, January 20, 2020. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, January 21, 2020. MELLON TENNIS BUBBLE • Monday, January 20, 2020: OPEN OLIVER BATH HOUSE • Monday, January 20, 2020: CLOSED ------------------------------ . LaptopCupGreenMarker

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We were burglarized AGAIN!
by Joan Soulliere 14 Jan '20

14 Jan '20

Neighbors, Please take all precautions against someone breaking into your house! We were burglarized in October and were burglarized again in the night last night. My car, purse, and PlayStation were taken. This person or people know us and our habits because they used the remote control kept in an obscure area to open the garage door and take my car. They cut window screens. Be careful. I hope they rot in hell. Joan Farragut Street -- Joan Soulliere Sent from my mobile phone.

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Coming Monday to BRYANT STREET MARKET!!!!!!!!
by Robert Collins 14 Jan '20

14 Jan '20

Mancini's bread for the shelf and for sandwiches........World famous Italian twists will be available every day......We are so psyched to finally have Mancini's for everyone to enjoy... Shelf stock will include Breadworks and Mancini's......... Thanks to ALL!!!!! -- Bryant Street Market 5901 Bryant St. Pittsburgh, PA., 15206 412-661-8720 Monday-Friday: 6:30AM-8PM Saturday: 8AM-8PM Sunday: 8AM-7PM

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