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[Highland Park] shaved ice vendor
by Judy Wolfson 04 May '10

04 May '10

I left my cell phone in Highland Park, and the shaved ice vendor told my friend that he has it. But every time I go up to the park, he's not there, and he did not leave his phone number. Does anyone know if he's ever there besides Saturdays?

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[Highland Park] Hanging Basket Fundraiser for Mother's Day
by Tomilyn Ward 04 May '10

04 May '10

The Maya Organization is having a hanging basket fundraiser for Mother's Day. The baskets are beautiful and will cost $15 for one or $27.50 for two. They will be available on Thursday at Fox Chapel Sunoco. We can deliver to Highland Park and Morningside residents...Reserve yours today! It is for a great cause! Tomilyn Ward Maya Organization 412-589-3357 www.mayaorganization.org

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[Highland Park] CINCO DE MAYO SPECIAL @ BRYANT STREET MARKET
by Robert Collins 04 May '10

04 May '10

Now through the weekend...............2 large organic avocados & 1 organic cilantro....................5.00 bundle $ave Many more weekend specials to be posted soon. Saturday will be a tasting day for the natural gelato and sorbetto, so stop by :) Peace

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[Highland Park] Getting rid of a fridge?
by Kelly Weinheimer 04 May '10

04 May '10

There is a nasty old fridge in our basement and we need to get rid of it before we move next week. The city won't take freon appliances and we don't have a truck to take it to Construction Junction. Any suggestions? Thanks! Kelly Weinheimer

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[Highland Park] needed storage wardrobe
by Edith Bell 03 May '10

03 May '10

My daughter is moving into an apartment without closet space. Does anybody have a wardrobe in good condition for sale? Maybe before you put it out for the yardsale? Edith 412-661-7149

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[Highland Park] Giving away at approx. 50 plant pots
by Joan Soulliere 03 May '10

03 May '10

Hello Neighbors, I have a huge collection of plant pots to get rid of. These are not fancy. They are the kind you get when you buy plants at a nursery. I have mostly quart and gallon sizes, along with small and one or two very large. Want some? Let me know and I'll put them out for you. Joan Soulliere Farragut Street

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[Highland Park] Salesman
by Susan Shin 03 May '10

03 May '10

Hi neighbors, Wanted you to be aware of a salesman who is going door to door selling security systems. His identification read "Pinnacle" but he claims to be a contractor for GE. He wasn't rude, but he is very aggressive, and the only way I could get him to leave was unfortunately by closing the door. He may be legit, but I would hate to see someone get pushed into a contract. Thanks, Susan

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[Highland Park] May Newsletter from Pittsburgh City Council District 7
by Thoma, Jennifer 03 May '10

03 May '10

Office of Councilman Patrick Dowd - May 2010 News and Updates Councilman Dowd seeks to resolve shortfall of Police vehicles in circulation. Councilman Dowd will introduce a resolution on Tuesday, May 4, for the purpose of creating a new City "X-Car Program" that will allow for one unmarked and two marked retired police vehicles to be available to officers on a temporary basis whenever police vehicles are brought in for regular preventative maintenance. The X-Car Program will prevent a shortfall of vehicles on the road during these times and allow the Bureau to preserve public safety to the best of its ability. Council District 7 is going techno. Councilman Dowd's District 7 office is getting into Facebook and Twitter. You'll be able to follow the official happenings of the office, City Council, and community activities via our facebook page @ Pittsburgh City Council District 7 <http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=113140928720192&ref=ts> and on Twitter @ pghdistrict7 <https://twitter.com/Pghdistrict7> . Bicycling Magazine lists Pittsburgh in their Top 50 Bike-Friendly Cities. A list that Pittsburgher's never thought they'd be on only eight years ago, Bicycling Magazine <http://www.bicycling.com/topbikefriendlycities/slide30.html> has released their Top 50 Bike-Friendly Cities in the US - and Pittsburgh fared very well. The magazine, that once ranked Pittsburgh the worst city in the country to ride a bike, just ranked Pittsburgh 28th best - inched out by Milwaukee, Boston, and Philadelphia. May is the season for markets - both farmers and flea. May marks the re-opening of two fun and valuable "events" in District 7. On Thursday, May 14, the City of Pittsburgh's Bloomfield Farmer's Market <http://www.city.pittsburgh.pa.us/PARKS/html/farmers_market.html> reopens at the Immaculate Conception School parking lot on Cedarville Street & Friendship Avenue. This weekly market occurs each Thursday from 3:30pm to 7:30pm. And in Lawrenceville, Little Flea is making its return on Saturdays at the corner of Butler St. and 36th (Goeller's parking lot) from 8am-3pm. Lawrenceville Little Flea <http://lawrencevillelittleflea.blogspot.com/p/about-little-flea.html> is a different kind of flea market. It's a curated environment made to fit the eclectic neighborhood, and features as a result a rotating variety of flea fare, craft/handmade goods, food and cultural activities. Upcoming Events Council to Go Wednesday, May 12: From 6:30 to 8:00pm, Councilman Dowd and staff will be Polish Hill's Lili Cafe, 3138 Dobson Street. Meet in the coffee shop and then take a walk around the neighborhood with Councilman Dowd - weather permitting. Thursday, May 27: From 6:30 to 8:00 pm, Councilman Dowd and staff will be in Highland Park at Enrico's Tazza D'Oro, 1125 North Highland Avenue. Community Events Western PA Conservancy <http://www.paconserve.org/243/community-gardens> will host its Spring Community Garden Plantings in District 5 over the next few weeks. If you are interested in volunteering in the district or elsewhere, please contact the Conservancy to register. And look for the replenished District 7 gardens at 30th Street & Brereton Street, Penn Avenue & Friendship Avenue, Highland Park Bridge @ Butler Street, Allegheny River Boulevard & Washington Boulevard, 40th Street Bridge @ Butler Street, 48th Street & Butler Street and 57th Street & Butler Street. The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh <http://www.carnegielibrary.org/future/> is holding a series of community workshops over the next 6 months to discuss what can be done to ensure that Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh remains operationally and financially healthy. The "kick off" set of workshops will be held on May 15, 16, and 17 at various City locations. Sunday, May 16, Registration opens 6:30am: A ride as unique as the city, Pedal Pittsburgh <http://www.pedalpittsburgh.org/Home.htm> annually attracts more than 2,000 participants ranging from families with children and recreational riders to fitness enthusiasts. Participants can choose from six courses ranging from 6- to 60-miles, this year starting and finishing at SouthSide Works and meandering through the City's diverse and distinctive neighborhoods including Lawrenceville, Highland Park and East Liberty. Did You Know? Among the occasional showers and blooming flowers of Spring is a very special happening in commemoration of some truly giving people. May marks National Teachers Appreciation Month <http://www.teacher-appreciation.info/> and May 4 is National Teacher Appreciation Day. Ever wanted to show how grateful you are to a current or former teacher? Or just how much you appreciate him or her? Our school district boasts approximately 2,040 teachers and Councilman Dowd is honoring them with a Proclamation on May 4. If you need some great ideas for recognition or care to learn more this special month of events, please visit www.teacher-appreciation.info <http://www.teacher-appreciation.info/> . To unsubscribe from Council District 7 updates, please notify Jennifer Thoma at jennifer.thoma(a)city.pittsburgh.pa.us and you or your organization will be removed from our contact list. --- JENNIFER THOMA | Administrative and Communications Director Office of Councilman Patrick Dowd | Pittsburgh City Council District 7 City-County Building, Rm. 510 | 414 Grant Street | Pittsburgh, PA 15219 Tel 412.255.2140 | Fax 412.255.2419 jennifer.thoma(a)city.pittsburgh.pa.us <mailto:elaine.zelmanov@city.pittsburgh.pa.us> District 7 Schedule of Events Google Calendar <http://www.city.pittsburgh.pa.us/district7/> | <http://www.city.pittsburgh.pa.us/district7/assets/2008-Newsletter.pdf> 2010 Annual Report <http://www.city.pittsburgh.pa.us/district7/assets/2010-Newsletter.pdf> [pdf]

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[Highland Park] Yard Debris Special Collection May 2010
by Thoma, Jennifer 03 May '10

03 May '10

Please distribute. ________________________________ YARD DEBRIS SPECIAL COLLECTION The City of Pittsburgh Department of Public Works Bureau of Environmental Services advises that city residents can dispose of yard debris to be composted on Saturday May 22, 2010 by placing materials out for residential collection by city refuse crews. Yard debris should be placed at the curb/alley for collection before 6 a.m. on Saturday, May 22, 2010. Bag Leaves for Collection: Residents must bag leaves in paper bags only and place them out at your normal refuse collection site. Bags should NOT exceed 35 pounds. Leaves in plastic bags will not be accepted. Tree Branches and Bushes: Cut, bundle and tie branches and bushes in lengths not exceeding 5 ft. in length. Brush diameter should not exceed four (4) inches. Please note that City Refuse Crews will NOT collect dirt, rocks, stones or cement. Yard debris left at the curb by contracted lawn care workers or independent contractors will not be collected by city crews. Yard debris not meeting the collection guidelines will not be collected by city crews. If you have any questions please contact Environmental Services at 412 255-2631 or 412 255-2773.

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[Highland Park] Kids summer rowing camps in Verona
by Jana Finder 03 May '10

03 May '10

Dear Neighbors, I found an interesting summer opportunity for kids age 8-18 in Verona, just down Allegheny River Blvd. It is a learn to row camp. This is a non-profit group called Steel City Rowing. They are almost finished building a new, green, LEED certified boathouse behind the Giant Eagle in Verona. It is a quick drive and they are offering two sessions this summer: June 28 to July 2 and July 26 to 30. There are full day and half day options. The full day has an ecological component in the morning. I was told that all kids under 13 must wear a life jacket at all times on the water & experience is not required. Lunch and snack is included in the full day camp; snack included in the half day camp. I am signing my boys up for the week of June 28, so if anyone is interested in carpooling from Highland Park, please let me know. The links to the camp brochures can be found here: http://www.steelcityrowing.org/www2009/Brochures%20and%20Forms/Brochures%20… Jana

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