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[Highland Park] Fw: MAYOR ANNOUNCES OPENING OF NEW YOUTH CURFEW CENTER
by Bob Staresinic 25 Feb '09

25 Feb '09

Office Of Mayor Luke Ravenstahl This sounded interesting, that they are bringing back the curfews, starting May 1st. Bob PRESS RELEASE MAYOR ANNOUNCES OPENING OF NEW YOUTH CURFEW CENTER Center will be more welcoming for youths as counselors seek to find out and address why teens are out late (PITTSBURGH) February 25 - Mayor Luke Ravenstahl announced today that one of the region's leaders for providing comprehensive outreach for at-risk youths - Three Rivers Youth - will soon be operating the new City Curfew Center at their Oakland site located at 200 North Dithridge Street. The nonprofit organization ran the City's former curfew and truancy center Downtown and has been tasked with creating a more welcoming environment for youths so that they will be more apt to seek available help and support. "Our goal here is to positively affect our young people who are at risk of falling into the trap of gangs, drugs, and violence," Ravenstahl said. "This means turning our focus on the reasons why they are staying out late and connecting them with resources that will address these issues and ultimately improve their lives and make our communities safer." Youths found to be in violation of the City's curfew will be brought to the center and immediately assessed by intake counselors. The Center is set to open May 1. Ten staff members, made up of a supervisor and outreach counselors will be identifying which services youths need. Such services may include family-based support and counselors will ultimately coordinate an action plan for connecting youths with appropriate community-based services. "We're very excited to be launching this new partnership which we believe is the perfect fit to further the Mayor's vision of fostering a safer environment for our youths and communities," said Peggy Harris, president and CEO of Three Rivers Youth. "We believe that moments of crises can become catalysts for change in the lives of our youths and the perfect opportunity for intervention." The nonprofit organization brings to the table 129 years of experience in serving at-risk youths and their families and more than 15 years of experience in operating the former combined curfew and truancy center. After a competitive request for proposal process which closed Feb. 9, a group of 15 committee members - comprised of nine community members, police leadership, and youth outreach experts - chose Three Rivers Youth and will be meeting with them quarterly to help measure their success and continually improve the program. Committee members emphasized the need for Three Rivers Youth to be receptive to requests from community leaders to provide street outreach in their neighborhoods. "Our agency believes that the success of this center will be determined by the creation of strong partnerships within the community," Harris said. "To that end we will have outreach counselors in the communities and schools engaging youths during all hours of the day, not just at night." The Mayor committed to bringing back the center, which was closed in 2002, and has made a $500,000 commitment to do so. Last year, the Mayor hired more than 270 at-risk teens after bringing back the Pittsburgh Summer Youth Employment program in 2007. To ensure that City youths and residents are aware of the curfew and understand how it applies to them, Pittsburgh Bureau of Police officers will be visiting community meetings and schools explaining the curfew. ### Curfew Times School Year (September 1st to June 30th) · After 10:00 pm and before 6:00 am on any Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday. · After 12:00 midnight and before 6:00 am on any Friday and Saturday. Summer Months (July 1st to August 31st) · After 11:00 pm and before 6:00 am on any Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday. · After 12:00 midnight and before 6:00 am on any Friday and Saturday. Three Rivers Youth is a private nonprofit agency providing services to abused, neglected, runaway and homeless youth between the ages of 12-21, and their families, since 1880. Their vision is to be the leader in innovative and model programs, providing excellent, comprehensive service for at-risk youth and their families. Site of Curfew Center: http://threeriversyouth.org/contemplate/assembler.php?page=dithridge Date: February 25, 2009 Contact: Joanna Doven, Press Secretary 412-255-2694 (cell) 412-475-2387 joanna.doven(a)city.pittsburgh.pa.us -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- __ <http://lists.highlandparkpa.com/mailman/listinfo/hpcc>

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[Highland Park] Wanted: 2nd Hand Carpet for Basement Remodel
by Wyland, Brad 25 Feb '09

25 Feb '09

If you're looking to get rid of old carpet, please let me know. I'm looking for durable/industrial carpet to put in a basement that is a work/laundry area. The area is roughly 16x20 but I'm not looking for a whole piece unless very lucky. Thanks, Brad _____ Brad Wyland | Senior Research Analyst | Brad.Wyland(a)Aberdeen.com | AberdeenGroup, a Harte-Hanks Company 451 D Street, Suite 710 | Boston | Massachusetts | 02210-1928 | 617.854.5322 (O) | 412.996.1252 (M) | 617.723.7897 (F) Did You Know? Aberdeen... * Has benchmarked the technology performance of more than 35,000 enterprises * Draws on the insights of over 416,000 end user executives * Research is relied on by more than 2.5 million opt-in readers of its research in over 40 countries * Research is used by more than 90% of the Fortune 1,000 and more than 93% of the Software 500 <http://resources.aberdeen.com/epubs/htmlemail/research/complimentary.ht ml>

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[Highland Park] Query
by john carlson 25 Feb '09

25 Feb '09

*I am a new peraon on this Highland Park circle but my H P roots go back 60 years.* ** *If the resident(s) of 1151 Mellon St.see this please contact me.* ** *jaywalker999(a)gmail.com*

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[Highland Park] looking for info on furnished, short-term, apartment rentals
by Martha Riecks 25 Feb '09

25 Feb '09

I'm looking for options for leasing a furnished efficiency or small 1-bedroom apartment in Highland Park, Shadyside or other nearby neighborhood for 2-3 months this summer. I am looking for my parents, so the search is limited to buildings that do NOT have a lot of stairs (elevators are OK) and have easy access to nearby parking. Does anyone know if any of the larger buildings in Shadyside offer furnished apartments with short-term leases? There are so many different management companies that I wasn't sure where to start. Suggestions can be sent to me directly - Thanks! Martha Riecks mriecks(a)gmail.com

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[Highland Park] Girl Scout cookie booth
by Stephanie Walsh 25 Feb '09

25 Feb '09

The Highland Park Brownie Troop will also be having a cookie booth this Saturday, Feb 28, from 12:30 to 4:30 at the Giant Eagle Market District on Center & Negley. Due to store policy, we will be out in front of the store, so be sure to look for us when you head over! Thanks for your support! Stephanie Walsh & Joan Soulliere _________________________________________________________________ Windows Live™: Discover 10 secrets about the new Windows Live. http://windowslive.com/connect/post/jamiethomson.spaces.live.com-Blog-cns!5…

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[Highland Park] Excellent Computer Resource!!
by Melissa Dorsette 25 Feb '09

25 Feb '09

Hi Neighbors: If you are looking for GREAT computer assistance that is also prompt and dependable, then look no further than Steve Karl 412-441-4349 or SAKarl(a)sightsea.com. He lives in Highland Park so he is local. Time and time again he has assisted me with VARIOUS (and I mean VARIOUS)computer issues with dedication and professionalism. His charges are very reasonable and he is also very nice! Melissa Dorsette

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[Highland Park] Council to Go in Morningside tomorrow evening
by Kropf, Heather 24 Feb '09

24 Feb '09

Hello all, Council to Go will return to Highland Park in March, but we wanted to let you know that Councilman Patrick Dowd will be holding Council to Go tomorrow evening, February 25, from 5:30am to 7pm at Morning Glory Cafe (1806 Chislett St.) in Morningside. While you're out for your evening espresso, pick up a copy of our annual report with news and legislative updates from 2008. Councilman Dowd and his staff will be available to hear your concerns, provide news on issues in Council, and help you access city services. For more information, a full schedule of Council to Go sessions, and the Council District 7 annual report, visit our website: www.pghgov.com/district7. You can now subscribe to a Google Calendar for updates on Council to Go sessions and Council public events. See you tomorrow! Warmly, Heather Office of Councilman Patrick Dowd 510 City-County Building 414 Grant Street Pittsburgh PA 15219 Tel 412-255-2140 Fax 412-255-2419

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[Highland Park] Girl Scout Cookies Wanted
by Adam Mercer 24 Feb '09

24 Feb '09

Is there anyone out there selling Girl Scout cookies? I have been looking around, but haven't seen any tables at stores or been approached by anyone and would like to place an order for some! Let me know! Thanks, Adam Mercer on N. Euclid Ave

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[Highland Park] Issues of "Science"
by msaenz+＠pitt.edu 24 Feb '09

24 Feb '09

Anyone interested in past issues of the journal "Science", going back about five years? I am not sure if some school library or similar will have a good use for them. Otherwise they will go to the recycling bin. Thanks! Mayte Sáenz Robles

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[Highland Park] Shakespeare-in-the-Schools Presents TOMATO PLANT GIRL
by Shakespeare in the Schools 24 Feb '09

24 Feb '09

[cid:image002.jpg@01C99671.17BE7B40]Shakespeare-in-the-Schools presents TOMATO PLANT GIRL A play for grades K-4 FOR TOURING INFO OR GROUP RESERVATIONS (412) 624-3459 WWW.SHAKESPEARE.PITT.EDU TOUR! Bring TOMATO PLANT GIRL to your school on MARCH 31 & APRIL 9, 14 (additional dates by request) STUDENT MATINEES! Come to the University of Pittsburgh's Henry Heymann Theatre MARCH 24, 26 & APRIL 2 @ 10:00AM Dig Deeper with an Educational Workshop! Join the cast and crew after the show for an educational workshop designed to complement your classroom curriculum and the Pennsylvania Academic Standards. Call us today to start digging! (412) 624-3459 The story: Our adventure unfolds in a magical garden with Little Girl, her Bossy Best Friend, and an ailing tomato plant that comes to life. Tomato Plant Girl captures the imagination while underscoring the importance of making up your own rules, standing up to bullies, and communing with the natural world. TOMATO PLANT GIRL FOR TOURING INFO OR GROUP RESERVATIONS (412) 624-3459 WWW.SHAKESPEARE.PITT.EDU

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