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Re:: [Highland Park] Highland Park Gardens and Fountain
by Valerie Sweeney 01 Jul '07

01 Jul '07

I don't have a problem with kids wading or splashing in the fountain, or dogs jumping in. I just don't see the harm. I do mind the people who mess around with the fountain mechanisms, as described in a neighborhood post earlier this month, but as long as there's no physical damage, I don't see a problem. I frankly would rather the police's energy be spent dealing with the uncomfortably loud music at the groves or in the cars driving through the park, or the people who drop trash and bottles all over the jogging path or the playgrounds. ----- Original Message ----- From: Eliza Littleton To: neighborhood(a)highlandpark.pgh.pa.us Sent: Sunday, July 01, 2007 6:02 PM Subject: [Highland Park] Highland Park Gardens and Fountain Hello Neighbors, On such a lovely day, it is great to see so many people coming to the Highland Park gardens and fountain. It seems like the perfect place to let kids bike and run, and to sit and enjoy the beauty of the garden. I am not sure what counts as enjoying the fountain and reflecting pool. My kids like to float their boats. Other than that, we just enjoy being around it. Which brings me to the question: what are reasonable ways to enjoy the fountain and reflecting pool? I don't know whether the community has yet decided what these water features are for. Which is fine for now, but in the meantime, not surprisingly, some folks are using it to swim or to bathe their dog on a hot day. (Eek, all that bird poop and germ-y water, not to mention the risk of children drowning). Maybe we need more supervision of these areas by local police. Also, I think the community should plan ways to use the fountain and pool. For example, perhaps a local toy store could sponsor a model boat rental on the weekends (our family favorite)? I think the community needs to help people resist the urge to let their children and dogs go for a swim... Sincerely, EL ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -- <http://www.highlandpark.pgh.pa.us/mailman/listinfo/neighborhood>

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[Highland Park] Highland Park Gardens and Fountain
by Eliza Littleton 01 Jul '07

01 Jul '07

Hello Neighbors, On such a lovely day, it is great to see so many people coming to the Highland Park gardens and fountain. It seems like the perfect place to let kids bike and run, and to sit and enjoy the beauty of the garden. I am not sure what counts as enjoying the fountain and reflecting pool. My kids like to float their boats. Other than that, we just enjoy being around it. Which brings me to the question: what are reasonable ways to enjoy the fountain and reflecting pool? I don't know whether the community has yet decided what these water features are for. Which is fine for now, but in the meantime, not surprisingly, some folks are using it to swim or to bathe their dog on a hot day. (Eek, all that bird poop and germ-y water, not to mention the risk of children drowning). Maybe we need more supervision of these areas by local police. Also, I think the community should plan ways to use the fountain and pool. For example, perhaps a local toy store could sponsor a model boat rental on the weekends (our family favorite)? I think the community needs to help people resist the urge to let their children and dogs go for a swim... Sincerely, EL

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[Highland Park] Free HP 6L Printer and small fish tank/gerbil cage
by Harold Love 01 Jul '07

01 Jul '07

On sidewalk across from St. Andrews on Hampton.

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[Highland Park] Still looking for a tenor!
by Sherry Goldman 01 Jul '07

01 Jul '07

Tenor and accompanist wanted for volunteer social/musical group. We sing in nursing homes, shelters and other venues for joy of music and cameraderie, not money. Additionally, we have sung for the Downtown Pittsburgh Partnership, National Aviary, and Whole Foods among others. A car or ride is necessary, and you must be able to sing (or learn to sing) in the classical style. We can provide free vocal coaching and/or sight-singing training. We rehearse in Squirrel Hill on Monday nights September through June; Highland Prk in the summer. See our website: www.friendsinharmony.net Contact me at 412-215-9631 to arrange for an audition.

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[Highland Park] Handyman (and more) available
by Ted Melnyk 01 Jul '07

01 Jul '07

Dear Neighbors, It seems like every week someone is sending out an email looking for a handyman to work on their house. I am posting for a friend who has done work for me (chimney flashing), as well as several other folks on Jackson Street (new roof, gutters, downspouts, painting). He is an honest guy with very reasonable prices. If you need small jobs (doors, paint, gutters, etc.) or big jobs (roofs, room remodels, etc.) Please call Harry Emmitt for an estimate. He can be reached at (412) 720-0577 Thanks, Ted Melnyk Ted Melnyk Eastminster Presbyterian Church 250 N. Highland Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15206 work (412) 361-7788 cell (412) 215-0010 home (412) 361-0533 tedmelnyk(a)hotmail.com _________________________________________________________________ Need a break? Find your escape route with Live Search Maps. http://maps.live.com/default.aspx?ss=Restaurants~Hotels~Amusement%20Park&cp…

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[Highland Park] ESTATE SALE
by smallworld5619＠comcast.net 01 Jul '07

01 Jul '07

Dear Neighbors: Friends are borrowing our yard to host an ESTATE SALE on Saturday, July 7th -9:00am. Furniture, glass, knick-knacks, clocks, hats, clothing, games, area rugs, and more. Please stop by tell your friends about it too! 5619 ELGIN STREET (near NEGLEY)

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[Highland Park] Looking for home to rent
by Michael P. Johnson 30 Jun '07

30 Jun '07

Hi, I am posting this for a friend who is looking for an apartment to rent immediately. She needs a 2-bedroom unit asap, not too expensive, for her and her son. Please respond to me, johnson2(a)andrew.cmu.edu, directly. Thanks, Michael -- Michael P. Johnson Associate Professor of Management Science and Urban Affairs H. John Heinz III School of Public Policy and Management Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh, PA 15213-3890 p: 412-268-4270 f: 412-268-5339 e: johnson2(a)andrew.cmu.edu w: http://www.heinz.cmu.edu/bio/faculty/johnson2.html

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[Highland Park] apartment available
by Jim Hughes 30 Jun '07

30 Jun '07

I have a two bedroom apartment available immediatley on Portland St. Please contact me rippogo(a)comcast.net Jim Hughes

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[Highland Park] Diningroom Set for Sale
by Kathy Bubash 29 Jun '07

29 Jun '07

Dining room; Table, six chairs & China closet; good condition; $200.00/bo; kbubash(a)epqlawyers.com or 412/721-7052

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[Highland Park] Rocker For Sale
by Kathy Bubash 29 Jun '07

29 Jun '07

Antique re-upholstered rocker; excellent condition; $45.00/bo kbubash(a)epqlawyers.com; 412 721-7052

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