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Parklet, City Controller, Park entrance - Recap of October HPCC Community Meetings
by Highland Park Community Council 17 Oct '25

17 Oct '25

[image: Community Meeting Recap.png] Hello Neighbors - Thank you to folks who came out for the Highland Park Community Council monthly community meeting last night! If you missed it, there's a juicy recap below. *Mark your calendars now for next month's meeting - Thursday November 20th, 7pm @ St. Andrews' basement meeting hall, 5801 Hampton St.* That will be the *last *meeting for 2025 (there is no meeting in December) and the last *in-person* meeting until next spring. *January-April 2026 meetings will take place over Zoom.* *Question: *We're thinking of offering childcare at the November meeting. Would that help you attend? Let us know via email if that would be something you'd be interested in for your family. ~ Sabrina C. HPCC Secretary *October 16, 2025 Meeting Recap* *Upcoming Events* - *Halloween Parade - *Saturday October 25th, 10:30am-12pm @ Highland Park Fountain. Come in costume for treats and parade! - *Vintage Food Drive - *Help HPCC provide Thanksgiving meals for 150 local seniors. Drop off donations at 1128 Winterton from Nov. 1 to November 15th. Items needed include: cranberry sauce, stuffing mix, cornbread mix, turkey gravy, and yams. Giant Eagle gift cards can also be donated and we'll do the shopping! - *Lake Carnegie Cleanup: *Our local park lake and fishing spot is getting some attention. Two cleanup days are scheduled for the next two Saturdays and volunteers are needed to help out! Saturday, October 18 & 25, 2025 8 AM to 3 PM Use the QR Code or register HERE: http://bit.ly/482B2d2 <https://bit.ly/482B2d2?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExN011dUlrSHlQSjRONVZ…> *Presentation: FWD Studios on Bryant Street Parklet design process* Ellen Garrett of FWD Studios, the design studio working with HPCC on the Parklet redesign process, shared about the design input process being undertaken this fall. Key components include an online survey where we'd like to see at least 330 respondents (10% of HP neighbors) provide input, and an interactive mapping activity planned for Light Up Night on Saturday Dec. 6th. Take the survey here ➡️ http://hpccpgh.org/parklet *Presentation: Office of the City Controller* City Controller Rachael Heisler gave a short talk on her office's duties and goals, and answered numerous questions from neighbors. Notable topics included under-compliance with the 3% wage tax, the City's aging vehicle fleet, the issue of large local Non-profits contributing to the City, Airbnbs and their impact on city income, property reassessments, etc. She brought copies of the 2024 Popular Annual Financial Report (available as a pdf online as well) <https://www.pittsburghpa.gov/files/assets/city/v/1/controller/documents/paf…> *Additional Items: *Highland Park Neighbor and HPCC Parks Committee member Tina Calebro on a potential improvement proposal for park entrance. See it here. <https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-43-SQTvkuTDq7aL1KNiSnIGjWiVeSkE/view?usp=…> [image: image.png] [image: image.png] -- Click here to visit our website <https://hpccpgh.org/>

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Free Piano
by Emily Nicholson 16 Oct '25

16 Oct '25

Posting this for a friend: Free Piano! Needs tuning. You must hire movers. This is not something that can just be picked up by your strong friends. (Don’t worry- I’m keeping the tacky knick knacks) Located in Brighton Heights. Text only to 405-306-9112. Photo link: https://photos.app.goo.gl/uyjZ52BCqPDKpceS9 Sent from my iPhone

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FS - solid wood white IKEA dresser, $50
by James Acklin 16 Oct '25

16 Oct '25

HEMNES model, usable as an infant changing table. Solid wood with composite drawer bottoms. Comes with child locks. 37.5” tall, 42.5” wide, 19.5” deep. $50 pickup from my driveway in Highland Park. Cash or Venmo preferred.

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Massages in Highland Park
by Shannon DeFerrari 16 Oct '25

16 Oct '25

Hi Neighbors. My name is Shannon DeFerrari and I live in Highland Park. My sister is from Beaver County and is looking for some Pittsburgh based clients. Here is her information if you have any questions give her a call. She has been in the business for over 10 years!!!

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East End Farmers Market: Family Fun Night THIS MONDAY
by Longanecker, James 16 Oct '25

16 Oct '25

Hello Highland Park Neighbors! We have our last Family Fun Night coming up on Monday, October 20!!! There will be pumpkin painting, a costume contest, cooking demonstration, and a bunch of games. When: Mondays, until November 17th from 3-6PM Where: Liberty Green Park on Larimer Ave. just North of Target Why: To gather with community, support local farmers and businesses, and have some fun 😄 PLUS, SNAP shoppers double their money at the market with the Just Harvest 1:1 match Please let me know if you have any questions or curiosities 🎃 James Longanecker (she/her) Farmers Market Manager Department of Parks and Recreation City of Pittsburgh (e) james.longanecker(a)pittsburghpa.gov (p) 412-740-8812 [cid:0b75b6bd-11e8-4c6f-bb09-722e0db2f749]<https://outlook.office365.com/bookwithme/user/f557bef3083f4048a960305df18df…> Book time to meet with me<https://outlook.office365.com/bookwithme/user/f557bef3083f4048a960305df18df…> [cid:594c0643-95a9-4e8b-b0a5-538ae3f959d4]

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Fall Yard Debris Collection November 8
by Nancy Levine 16 Oct '25

16 Oct '25

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EXO drone for sale $100
by Sarah Ramsey 15 Oct '25

15 Oct '25

Hi, neighbors! My son is selling his EXO drone. He originally paid $360. He’s had it about 2 years. It comes with 2 batteries, charger and instructions. It operates without a smart phone, but if you want to see video/image you’ll need a smart phone. For additional questions or if interested, please email: Liam.drenning(a)gmail.com See photos. Thanks!

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Battle Bots/Hex bugs for sale $20
by Sarah Ramsey 15 Oct '25

15 Oct '25

Hi, Neighbors! My son is selling his battle bots/hex bugs game he no longer uses for $20. It’s a battery powered remote controlled game with magnets that each bot tries to knock off their opponent. See attached photo.

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Free: Metal Queen Bed Frame and Racquetball Paddle
by Jennifer Desiderio 15 Oct '25

15 Oct '25

Free: Metal Queen Bed Frame and Racquetball Paddle (she/her)

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Snow Removal Recommendations
by EDWARD JONES 15 Oct '25

15 Oct '25

Looking for a snow removal service for residential removal in Highland Park. Sent from my iPhone

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