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[Highland Park] looking for a daytime babysitter
by Genevieve Hower 26 Feb '08

26 Feb '08

i'm looking for someone who would be able to watch one or both of my children a few hours a week during the day. i have a 10 month old and an almost 3 year old, both boys. i'd love to find a college student or someone who's been around children who has the time to help me out a little bit when i have appointments or daytime commitments that would be best accomplished without bringing my kids with me. thanks! genevieve hower

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[Highland Park] Thank you!
by Teri Rucker 26 Feb '08

26 Feb '08

I just wanted to thank each and every one of you for all the wonderful information on Highland Park, your kindness, offers of help and friendship! I am so touched by the warmth and clearly folks are passionate about and love their neighborhood. I'm sold! And Drew is, too. We spent a bunch of time driving around the neighborhood a couple of weekends ago and I really felt like the neighborhood was wonderful, but the MIL said it was terrible and dangerous. We're different enough that I didn't put a lot of stock in that, but did want to ask some questions. I have loads of ideas to help build up the business district -- in DC we're awfully good at having big ideas! -- and hope to work with the neighborhood and the relevant groups to make sure my ideas are on track with what you guys would want. Once we get ourselves settled, I'd love to roll up my sleeves and start helping out to make a fantastic place even better. Thanks again. The kindness and warmth of the people is one of the reasons I love Pittsburgh so much and you all proved without a doubt that this is a place we want to be. Teri ____________________________________________________________________________________ Looking for last minute shopping deals? Find them fast with Yahoo! Search. http://tools.search.yahoo.com/newsearch/category.php?category=shopping

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[Highland Park] March 15 2008 special event
by Alfred Mann 25 Feb '08

25 Feb '08

For posting. Thank you.

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[Highland Park] Considering a move to Highland Park
by Teri Rucker 25 Feb '08

25 Feb '08

Hi: I joined your list serve after researching Pittsburgh neighborhoods in anticipation of a move to the city. I'd love any information and tips anyone on this list would be willing to provide. We currently live in Washington, DC. My boyfriend grew up in Penn Hills and has always wanted to move back to the city. When I visited, I just fell in love with Pittsburgh. Highland Park caught my attention, because I prefer to live in a more diverse neighborhood with lots of character and Highland Park seems to fit the bill. However, we've heard mixed things about Highland Park and I'd be interested in your honest assessment of progress in the neighborhood. Safety is the biggest one. We currently live in an "in transition" neighborhood in DC and I do tire of the drug dealers selling their wares right across the street from my house every day and the prostitutes wandering the neighborhood. Are there safety or crime considerations we should be aware of? My second question is in regard to the Highland Park Community Plan. It is an impressive plan and clearly much work and many good ideas went into it. I'm curious where things stand nearly four years after the plan was first released. Are there any areas that you think have not reached the level of progress you had hoped? I'm also wondering if there is continued work to be done to improve the business district and if there would be room for help in that area. There is nothing worse than an outsider coming in suggesting a lot of changes without appreciating all the work others have put into an effort. If we find a home in Highland Park, I would like to do what I can to help improve the neighborhood and take it to the next level. I would want to work within the existing structure you all have set up. I'd just need to be pointed in the right direction to build off of your good work. Would there be a need or opportunities for such an effort? Thanks in advance for any input that could help us make the decision and thanks for letting me join the list. The announcements I've seen so far are so interesting and make the neighborhood seem like a really fun place to live. Best, Teri ____________________________________________________________________________________ Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now. http://mobile.yahoo.com/;_ylt=Ahu06i62sR8HDtDypao8Wcj9tAcJ

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[Highland Park] Apt Hunting
by James Riggins 24 Feb '08

24 Feb '08

Current graduate of University of Pitt and Pittsburgh Seminary seeks 1 or 2 bedroom apt. in the Highland Park/East Liberty area for me and my wife. We have one cat. Any info is appreciated. Thank you.

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[Highland Park] architect
by Sue Mietzner 24 Feb '08

24 Feb '08

Can anyone recommend an architect who takes small remodeling projects? We would like to add on to the basement/ground level of our house. Not very big or fancy. thank you, Sue Mietzner 1341 Cordova Road ____________________________________________________________________________________ Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your home page. http://www.yahoo.com/r/hs

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[Highland Park] Caterer recommendations
by flamingoblue 23 Feb '08

23 Feb '08

Hi Neighbors, My son is getting married in July at Hartwood Acres and we are looking for a caterer to do fancy finger food, hors d'ourves, etc, rather than a large meal. Has anyone had a good experience with a caterer? Thank you, Marty Harkins

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[Highland Park] Scrap Book Items for Sale
by Michelle Wahila 23 Feb '08

23 Feb '08

Hello Neighbors, I have some really nice items for sale - a creative memories oval cutter with mat (NIB) a variety of stickers and embellishments (Many of them NEW) [wedding, vacation, anniversary, etc.] a beautiful book of 12x12 paper to use either as full pages or to cut for embellishments (Almost New, over 175 pages) a sticker/paper holder (Almost New) If anyone is interested in all or some of these items, please contact me. I am willing to negotiate a fair price. Thanks, Michelle

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[Highland Park] plumber list
by Lisa Williams 22 Feb '08

22 Feb '08

Hello All, At one point there was a request for plumber recommendations. We are looking to make our 3rd floor bathroom operational again and need some help with disconnecting and reconnecting some fixtures to make sure they get in good working order. Does anyone have a list that was already compiled? Or have a good recommendation? Thank you, Lisa C. Williams Independent Silpada Designs Representative 412-665-3933 The new 2008 Sterling Additions Catalog Supplement is now available! Check it out on my website: www.mysilpada.com/lisa.williams12 Featured in Oprah, InStyle, Self, Glamour and Redbook Magazine! If you like it, buy it! If you want it for FREE, host a party! If you want it all, join my team! Silpada® ... Find Yourself In It™

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[Highland Park] Moschella Cleaning presents Elegant Evenings!
by Francine937＠aol.com 22 Feb '08

22 Feb '08

Elegant Evening We take care of the preparation so you can enjoy the duration Imagine you come home to find your house spotless, soft music fills the air, fresh flowers waiting for you, twinkling candlelight all around, and dinner on the table. As you pour the wine all you can think about is the look on his/her face. The reaction you get when the one you love is overwhelmed with expression With life’s hectic schedule it’s hard to have a quiet romantic evening with the one you love! We make it possible through great attention to detail and beautiful creativity to make this a memorable intimate moment. Step 1: We clean your home. Step2: We set the elegant evening, with candles, flowers, and other entities of your preference. Step 3: We set the table with your favorite dinnerware Step 4: You present dinner as a meal (not in foam containers) complimentary homemade tiramisu! Step 5: You enjoy a long over due quiet romantic evening with the one you love! Francine Moschella experienced writer will write a personalized poem at the request of the client. To Have an Elegant Evening Prepared Call Francine or Megan @ 412-628-2412 **************Ideas to please picky eaters. Watch video on AOL Living. (http://living.aol.com/video/how-to-please-your-picky-eater/rachel-campos-du… 2050827?NCID=aolcmp00300000002598)

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