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[Highland Park] recyclable question
by Valerie Sweeney 01 Dec '08

01 Dec '08

Does anyone know of any place I can recycle styrofoam and foam packing materials, like the forms that stereos come packed in, etc.? I hesitate to just throw it out. Altho I did watch a city garbageman empty my entire can of blue-bagged recyclables (admittedly mistakenly put out at the curb on the wrong week) into the garbage truck this morning.

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[Highland Park] Public High School options for Highland Park residents
by Kathryn Fine 01 Dec '08

01 Dec '08

At a recent presentation by Bill Isler about Pittsburgh Public Schools: Excellence for All, an issue was raised about families considering a move to Highland Park, Shadyside or other East End neighborhoods outside the Allderdice feeder pattern. Since magnet school lottery enrollment is limited, a student may try a magnet and find that it is not a good fit, or a student may simply want a full service comprehensive high school with the usual sports and electives rather than one of the available magnets, what is there for these families to fall back on? Mr. Isler said that at this time students could go to schools like Peabody and Westinghouse, which are to be improved at some point through magnet programs. However, these schools are not only low performing, they also have enrollment that is too low to allow them to be "full service." So the fallback for many families would probably have to be private school. A reliable full service public high school option would seem relevant to real estate values and to a strong neighborhood in general. Possible solutions would be opening Allderdice as a choice or establishing a true full service high school now that Schenley High School is no longer available. However, unless we speak up in an organized way it is unlikely that this issue will be addressed. Kathy Fine (412) 361-7904 _________________________________________________________________ Proud to be a PC? Show the world. Download the “I’m a PC” Messenger themepack now. hthttp://clk.atdmt.com/MRT/go/119642558/direct/01/

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[Highland Park] Professional Nanny
by Kathleen Miller 01 Dec '08

01 Dec '08

Dear Highland Park Community, I am looking for one or two families, preferably in Highland Park, to serve starting in January 2009. I am a professional nanny who works in your home, caring for your youthful or elderly loved ones, as well as your family pets. When you are at work, I manage your household under your guidance, accomplishing basic household tasks. I will get your children to and from school and to after school activities. I will accompany your child, or mother, to doctor appointments. I will get your dog to his next grooming session. I am not a baby sitter. I secure your privacy and maintain the sanctity of your home. I work with you as you raise your children, care for your infirm parents, see to your pet's needs. If you have any questions, please call me today. I have top-notch references from some of your Highland Park neighbors. Kathy Miller Kathy Miller's Personal Assistant Services 412-441-1942/ kathleenjmiller(a)msn.com The Away Grandma I will care for your child as though I were Grandma. I will also care for an elderly loved one as though I were you. If your family is in need of a responsible, reliable and experienced care taker, call me.

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[Highland Park] running partner
by elvira eichleay 01 Dec '08

01 Dec '08

i'm looking for an early morning running partner... someone who wants to be out there around 6 or 6:30, for about 4 or 5 miles, at least 4 mornings a week. i run between 8 and 9 minute miles on average, and through almost all weather (if the wind chill dips to minus 5 i think about staying in....) let me know if you're interested! elvira

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[Highland Park] Fw: Holiday Gifts
by Alfred Mann 01 Dec '08

01 Dec '08

----- Original Message ----- From: Alfred Mann To: neighborhood at highlandpark Cc: Sent: Sunday, November 30, 2008 12:39 PM Subject: Holiday Gifts The holidays are coming! What better gift than a copy of the book Pittsburgh's East Liberty Valley? Written by members of the East End/East Liberty Historical Society, this book contains over classic 200 images of our neighborhood. The price is $20, no tax, with the proceeds going to the nonprofit Historical Society. Get your copy from Al Mann, 412-661-5947, or alfred.mann(a)verizon.net.

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[Highland Park] Good tip for keeping Safe.
by Scott Harshbarger 30 Nov '08

30 Nov '08

> > PUT YOUR CAR KEYS BESIDE YOUR BED AT NIGHT > Tell your spouse, your children, your neighbors, your parents, your Dr's office, the check-out girl at the market, everyone you run across. > Put your car keys beside your bed at night. If you hear a noise outside your home or someone trying to get in your house, just press the panic button for your car. The alarm will be set off, and the horn will continue to sound until either you turn it off or the car battery dies. > This tip came from a neighborhood watch coordinator. Next time you come home for the night and you start to put your keys away, think of this: > It's a security alarm system that you probably already have and requires no installation. Test it. It will go off from most everywhere inside your house and will keep honking until your battery runs down or until you reset it with the button on the key fob chain. It works if you park in your driveway or garage If your car alarm goes off when someone is trying to break into your house, odds are the burglar won't stick around... After a few seconds all the neighbors will be looking out their windows to see who is out there and sure enough the criminal won't want that. And remember to carry your keys while walking to your car in a parking lot. The alarm can work the same way there ..... This is something that should really be shared with everyone. Maybe it could save a life or a sexual abuse crime. > P.S. I am sending this to everyone I know because I think it is fantastic. Would also be useful for any emergency, such as a heart attack, where you can't reach a phone. My Mom has suggested to my Dad that he carry his car keys with him in case he falls outside and she doesn't hear him. He can activate the car alarm and then she'll know there's a problem. > Please pass this on even IF you've read it before. It's a reminder.

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[Highland Park] Moroccan cooking class
by Dorothy Tague 30 Nov '08

30 Nov '08

I just had two cancellations for a Moroccan class this Friday Dec 5th from 6:30-9:30 PM. The menu is: sweet cinnamon couscous with raisins, dates, apricots, and almonds chicken bestial (layered phyllo pie) Marrakech style lamb shish kabobs with tomato salsa and pita bread Tagine of lamb salad with oranges, dates, almonds and a citrus cinnamon dressing Briouts (pastry) mint tea. Cost is $55.00 per person. Call Dorothy at 412-362-0679 or e-mail

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[Highland Park] Carpooling to downtown?
by amers＠att.net 30 Nov '08

30 Nov '08

If the Port Authority strike comes to pass, I will be in need of finding a carpool from Highland Park to downtown for work. Driving isn't very feasible and I would much rather contribute to someone else's gas and parking costs than have to drive and find a parking spot myself. And the more we can all carpool the less horrible the parking situation downtown will be if this strike happens. I typically leave HP at 8am and leave town at 5pm (M-F), but my schedule is flexible as long as I can work 8 hours and be home by 6. I work near 4th and Wood, but I'm willing to walk as long as the drop-off is somewhere in the golden triangle. Anyone have an available seat? thanks, Amy

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[Highland Park] Evensong and Bon Voyage Reception: Thursday
by Bruce Robison 30 Nov '08

30 Nov '08

At St. Andrew's this week: Our "first Thursday" Choral Evensong in Advent, at 8 p.m. on Thursday evening, December 4, will followed by a recital by harpist Samara Magnelli. The program promises a lovely presentation of music of the season by a gifted musician. This service, observing the Feast of St. Nicholas of Myra, will include preacher and Highland Park/Greystone Drive neighbor Bishop Henry Scriven--and our reception following the recital will be a parish and neighborhood "Bon Voyage" for Bishop Henry and Catherine as they return to England for a new appointment at the end of the year. BruceR http://www.standrewspgh.org http://revbmrobison.blogspot.com/

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[Highland Park] Boxsprings for sale
by Becky Kennedy 30 Nov '08

30 Nov '08

Hi, all, I have a set of Queen-sized boxsprings for sale, $50. Used maybe 6 mos and had to buy a split set b/c I couldn't get this whole-sized set up my inner stairs. Boxsprings currently in Clinton, PA (1 exit after the airport). *U haul.* (but I can meet you and take you to 'em since they are at my parents') Thanks, Becky Kennedy

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