August 2020 - test-neighbhorhood@test.highlandparkpa.com

Free items in the porch
by Melissa 19 Aug '20

19 Aug '20

Hello, I have a box of Thomas the train wooden set - it has a lot of mileage and is a bit dusty, but still great to play! - and a safety gate for free to pick up on my porch :) See attached picture My address is 6103 Stanton Avenue Thanks! Melissa Dubois Jenkins Holistic Health & Transformation Coach Owner, RYS Conscious Fitness BSKin, ISSA, HCL1, Z-Health Pro 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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PARTICIPATE IN CMU STUDY ABOUT SCIENTIFIC REASONING IN MIDDLE SCHOOL CHILDREN
by David Klahr 19 Aug '20

19 Aug '20

SEE BELOW: Dear parents of middle school students, Our research group at Carnegie Mellon University is recruiting middle school students (entering grades 7-9 in the Fall of 2020) for a study that investigates the effect of how students develop hypotheses for a given research question on their learning of how to interpret experimental data. This study has been approved by CMU's Internal Review Board (IRB). This study will take place completely on-line. Students will first answer questions where they will interpret example experimental results. Then they will go through a lesson in which a student forms a hypothesis for the given research question (about the effect of initial water temperature on the amount of crystal growth on a string, which we have found to be a common science fair project among middle school students). Then students will go through a lesson on data interpretation, which will discuss key elements such as how to organize, summarize, and interpret experimental data. Finally, students will answer questions so we can see what they learned from this lesson. The approximate total time of this study is 1-2 hours. Students can work at their own pace, and will receive $15 for their participation. Students will log in to complete all study activities using anonymous usernames that will be given to them. If your child is interested in participating or if you have any questions, please contact *Stephanie Siler, at siler(a)cmu.edu or call her at 412-559-5148.* Thank you, Stephanie Siler Special Faculty Researcher Principle Investigator: ISP Tutor project 354E Baker Hall Psychology Department Carnegie Mellon University 5000 Forbes Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15213 siler(a)andrew.cmu.edu

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ISO: small bookshelf
by Olivia Grugan 19 Aug '20

19 Aug '20

Hi neighbors! Anyone have a small bookshelf you are looking to get rid of? We’d be happy to take it off your hands! Olivia Olivia.grugan(a)gmail.com

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ISO: Nanny 3 days a week
by Dawn Seckler 19 Aug '20

19 Aug '20

Hi All, Looking for a caretaker who can help kids with their online learning 3 days a week: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday. Ideally, 7-8 hours per day, but will consider less. We have two happy and healthy kids, one in kindergarten; one entering 2nd grade. The kids attend O'hara Elementary in Fox Chapel, where we live (right across the Highland Park bridge). The ideal candidate is a motivated, dependable, and responsible person who has experience working with and teaching children. Pay is negotiable and will depend on experience and what level of engagement/help the person can offer. My husband and I work from home. Please be in touch if interested. Best, Dawn

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Stop the Station
by Gabrielle Warner 19 Aug '20

19 Aug '20

Hey all - I am sure many of you have heard of the intentions to move a police station into East Liberty. East Liberty Residents and Black Community Leaders have made it clear that a police station in East Liberty is not wanted and will lead to further marginalization of community members. If you want to STOP THE STATION, there is a call for action to Flood the Phones of the Mayor and City Council everyday until August 24th. Tell the Mayor and City Council: 1. No new police station in East Liberty 2. Defund the Police to Fund Housing and Public Education *Here is the feedback Line for Mayor Peduto* https://pittsburghpa.gov/mayor/mayor-feedback *Mayor Peduto* 412-255-2626 *Contact info for council members:* https://pittsburghpa.gov/council/neighborhoods-wards Please reach out if you would like help making a sample script or check out https://www.facebook.com/StopTheStationPGH/ for more information! Take care, Gabby

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I've added a new category (age 50+) to the HP Save the Post Office Contest
by janet jai 18 Aug '20

18 Aug '20

At an HP neighbor’s suggestion, I’ve added another category to the HP Save the Post Office Contest. This new category is for anyone 50 or older. You can enter by sending me your ideas about “Why I think the post office is important and should be saved.” There will be only one prize in this category. It will be awarded to the best original piece of writing that I receive on this topic from someone 50 or older. Please include your name, the category (50+), and the area in which you live (HP, Friendship, etc.). Otherwise, the rules are the same as for the contest for anyone 12 or younger (as stated below). Good luck! Remember this contest is being listed only on the HP Listserv so you have a great chance of winning in your category. The Young Person's HP Save the Post Office contest: Contestants must be age 12 or younger. Contestants should e-mail me a paragraph (at least three sentences) or more saying “Why I think the post office is important and should be saved.” Each winner will win a piece of post office merchandise (examples below). There will be two winners. One winner will be drawn at random from all young people entered who send at least a paragraph on the topic. The second winner will be chosen based on what I believe is the best original piece of writing submitted about why saving the post office is important. This contest begins August 17 and ends August 27 this year. I’ll announce the winners the week after Labor Day. As part of the entry, I need to know the name and age of the young person entering, and the area (HP, Friendship, Shadyside, etc.) where they live. I’ll talk with the winners to find out which piece of post office merchandise they would like, and we’ll agree on a prize (has to be within my budget). Then I’ll buy the items and have them shipped directly to the winners. Examples of post office merchandise (all of which are within my budget) include: The Art of Magic Kit with Stamps, a Marvin Gaye screen-printed poster, a U.S. Mail Carrier Toddler/Kids Costume (Halloween is coming), a U.S. Mail Carrier Dog Costume (Halloween is coming), an Earth Day t-shirt (currently back ordered), a T-Rex 3D Puzzle & Notecard Set, and more. See https://store.usps.com/store/results/gifts/_/N-nnxamr#content <https://store.usps.com/store/results/gifts/_/N-nnxamr#content>. janet jai, MLA https://vision-and-values.com <https://vision-and-values.com/> Author, Saving Our Public Libraries: Why We Should. How We Can, and Tree’s Song (for Jenni) about the lifelong love between a girl and a tree.

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ISO: bmx bike
by Jeremy Black 18 Aug '20

18 Aug '20

Anyone have a bmx-style bike collecting dust in a garage? Specifically, my son is looking for an 18- or 20-inch bike that would be suitable for use at a skate park or the Wheel Mill. If it needs minor repairs that’s no problem - flat tires, brakes, grips, etc. Happy to negotiate a reasonable price! Thanks, -Jeremy

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Free leather couches
by Susan Rothmeyer 18 Aug '20

18 Aug '20

Hello, My mom is getting new furniture and has two leather couches shed like to get rid of. They are in good condition. She does have a cat but there aren’t scratch marks or anything like that on the couches. She lives in Gibsonia (it takes me about 30 minutes to get there from Highland Park) so you’d have to be able to pick them up. They will be available in a week or so when her new furniture arrives. Let me know if you are interested! Thanks! Susan Here is a photo. The couches are identical. Sent from my iPhone

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ISO housecleaner
by Dora Magovern 18 Aug '20

18 Aug '20

Hivemind, Our wonderful housecleaner is retiring. I am looking for a reliable, good natured and detail-oriented person for 1x/week. Please send any recommendations for who to use or who to avoid. Thank you in advance, Dora P. Magovern LCSW, MPH --------------------------------- "Our deeds determine us, as much as we determine our deeds."-- George Eliot

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Looking for a babysitter
by beth sondel 18 Aug '20

18 Aug '20

We are looking for a babysitter for our (almost) 3 year old for Friday mornings from 9:00-12:30 and one evening a week through at least October. We live on Euclid and Hampton. We practice responsible social distancing and are looking for someone who does the same. If you are interested, please text me at 608-772-2095 Thanks! Beth

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