February 2021 - test-neighbhorhood@test.highlandparkpa.com

Fwd: Public Works Winter Storm Preparation
by Highland Park Pittsburgh, PA 08 Feb '21

08 Feb '21

This is a message from Allegheny Alerts. Public Works expects snow to begin tonight between 9 p.m. and midnight and continue through tomorrow morning with a total accumulation of 2 to 4 inches. We will be deploying 24 salt trucks installed with plows as soon as the precipitation starts. If the forecast changes, we may adjust our plans. That might include bringing in more drivers and extending shifts to ensure continual coverage of our roadways until the snowfall ends on Tuesday. Snow overnight and into the beginning of the morning rush hour could be heavy at times, and drivers might experience limited visibility. Also, air and pavement temperatures are predicted to be in the middle to upper 20s, so there likely will be slick spots on roadways, especially on bridges and ramps. We urge drivers to slow down, plan additional time for their commute, leave extra space between their vehicle and the ones in front of them, and please give our salt truck drivers plenty of room to navigate. There is a chance for snow every day this week, but accumulation predictions after Tuesday are varied. We will be constantly monitoring the latest forecasts and making plans regarding additional storm systems as confidence in those forecasts becomes higher. If you experience a snow and ice removal problem on a roadway near you, please visit Who Plows My Road at http://alleghenycounty.us/whoplowsmyroad to find out who to call for assistance. -- *Highland Park Community Council* Visit our website by clicking here. <https://hpccpgh.org/>

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Free kitten food
by Sarah Ramsey 08 Feb '21

08 Feb '21

I have a bag of opened Blue Buffalo kitten food about 3/4 full for anyone that wants it. Shelters/rescues can’t take it opened and I hate to see it go to waste. Email me: seramsey(a)gmail.com Thanks! Sarah -- Sarah Ramsey

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Book 'Em (books-to-prisoners nonprofit) is seeking new space
by Marie Cosgrove-Davies 08 Feb '21

08 Feb '21

Hi all, Book 'Em <http://www.bookempa.org>, a books-to-prisoners nonprofit currently operating out of The Merton Center in Garfield, is losing their space at the end of this year. They're seeking new space (full details below). Please feel free to forward this note! Any leads, please get in touch with executive director Jodi Lincoln at bookempgh(a)gmail.com / (412) 361-3022. --Marie Hi Everyone, > Happy New Year and We Miss You! > Reaching out to everyone because Book 'Em is about to go through a big > change and we're going to need some help/ Unfortunately, the TMC lease at > 5129 Penn Avenue is not being renewed after Dec 2021 as the building will > be sold. So we're going to need a new space to operate before the end of > the year. Although this is going to be a tough transition, we're also > excited about the opportunity to be in a new space (As anyone who has been > in our basement can attest to the new space is.... less than ideal). > We're reaching out to everyone we know to help us find a new home for Book > Em! Mostly we could use help letting us know about sites that you think > could work, connecting us with people who have space and spreading the > word. We'll also be having a subcommittee for the new space search so if > you are interested in joining that and helping us out please send me an > email. > Below is a list of some things we are looking for in a space but we're > open to hearing about anything and are trying to think outside the box! It > could be a place similar to what we have now, a warehouse, rooms in a > residential home, corporate commercial / office space donated in-kind... > IT could be a space used by other orgs / groups at different times or an > exclusive Book Em Space. This could be a space that also hosts the TMC > offices and meeting space or a unique space for Book Em. We do have a > decent amount of funds that could be used for buildi out. > Hope to hear from you soon and we'll keep you updated about progress! > --Jodi Lincoln > Space Wants : > -At least 1k square feet (could maybe go slightly less) > -Dry > -On a bus line > -Accessible > -East End Preferred

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children's books
by rstadterma＠aol.com 08 Feb '21

08 Feb '21

I have some (many) children's books that need a new home ..Does anyone know of a daycare or school that could use them?Rachael

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PERFECT Valentine's Day gift- 2021 Local Flower Subscription from Singing Wren Farm
by nicole carlin 07 Feb '21

07 Feb '21

Hello Highland Park, *Singing Wren Farm LLC is now providing 2021 Flower Subscriptions*, which will be delivered directly to Highland Park each Monday. There are two subscription options to receive gorgeous, generous, seasonal bouquets delivered to a friendly front porch in Highland Park for your convenient pick-up. These flowers will be fresh, properly hydrated, and conditioned for maximum vase life. Each bouquet will contain locally grown, all natural (no pesticides or herbicides)flowers, as well as heirloom, unique, and hard to find blooms. *Summer Forever*-20 weeks of flowers from May 31st until October 11th $300 *covers bouquets, delivery, and sales tax* *Shower of Flowers-* 10 weeks of bouquets delivered EVERY OTHER week between May 31st and October 11th $150 *covers bouquets, delivery, and sales tax* All subscription members will also be invited to the farm at the end of the season for a “pick-your-own bouquet” and photo event. The exact Saturday in October is weather dependent and will be announced in late September/ early October. ****Bonus exclusively for our joining our mailing list.* In addition to the delivery of these "one of a kind" bouquets, you will have the option to earn discounts for the 2022 season. For each person who identifies you as a referral, you will receive a coupon for $15 off next year’s subscription. That’s a free week of flowers in 2022 for every friend you refer or gift subscription you buy! There are *only 20 subscriptions* available this year (we hope to vastly expand that number over the coming seasons. Please feel free to call or text me with any questions and I’ll get back to you as soon as possible. (412)361-4842 We look forward to sharing the beauty and the bounty of Singing Wren Farm & Studio with you! Nicole Carlin" 22

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Fw: Have you seen Buddy? Lost cat in Pittsburgh, PA 15206 (ID: 6792773)
by susuboombatz＠aol.com 07 Feb '21

07 Feb '21

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After-School Babysitter March-June, 2021
by Sloane Davidson 07 Feb '21

07 Feb '21

Neighbors, Our amazing babysitter is leaving the state to help take care of family and we’re looking for a new member of our “pod.” We follow strict COVID procedures - mask, social distancing. Our boys have been safely in-person at school since September without incident. We would expect an agreement between all of us for what feels safe and ok for everyone. Overview: Looking for after-school care three days a week. We are flexible on which days based on your schedule. School pickup is 3PM and we’d expect you to watch our two boys (age 2 and 5) until 5:30PM. Typically our last babysitter would do a mix of crafternoons at home, nature walks, playgrounds, backyard time and on occasion places like the Carnegie Natural History Museum. School location is in Wilkinsburg and our house is in Highland Park. We’d ask that on occasion you help prep dinner, or prep snack food and that before you leave you help with light housework including cleaning up their toys, folding laundry and things that directly relate to the boys. We would be more than happy to provide references from our previous nanny and other caregivers. Please contact Sloane Davidson at sloanevdavidson(a)gmail.com with your resume or background of working with children. We will interview candidates in February, the start date is around March 1st. Pay: $18/hour Time: Mon-Wed-Thurs from 3pm-6pm Commitment: Minimum March-June. There is an opportunity to pick up more hours for July and August and stay on through the next academic year Required: - Car, driver’s license and insurance - we will provide car seats for you to use. - Clearances to work with children - Work history of working with children - References upon request Finally, we encourage those who do not have English as their first language and BIPOC to apply. Best, Sloane

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February: Meet-a-Neighbor Month in Highland Park
by Highland Park Pittsburgh, PA 07 Feb '21

07 Feb '21

Feeling bored? Cooped up? In need of some social interaction? How would you like to meet someone new in the neighborhood? The HPCC is here to help! Just email your name to the HPCC. Each Friday in February starting Feb 12, we will pair people who have emailed that week and send you each other's names email addresses. You then connect with each other and have a 30-minute virtual coffee or phone call that weekend. Meet a neighbor, make a friend! -- *Highland Park Community Council* Visit our website by clicking here <https://hpccpgh.org/>

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Free wifi extender
by Sarah Villafuerte 07 Feb '21

07 Feb '21

TP-Link N300 Wi-Fi Range Extender (TL-WA850RE) (Renewed) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0141JPWUI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_9SDZHVA7PHNFT… Never used but in damaged box. Porch pickup

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ISO Hardwood floor repair, refinish, & installation
by Kathleen Paola 07 Feb '21

07 Feb '21

Hi there! I am looking for someone to repair, refinish, and install wood floors. Has anyone done this and have a recommendation? Any insight is much appreciated! Thanks so much! Kathleen -- Kathleen Paola

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