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[Highland Park] metal signs for sale
by leslie setlock 19 May '06

19 May '06

I have three metal signs in my basement - Sinclair Gasoline (approx 6 ft round), Topp Oil and Chemicals (maybe 18 inches by 5ft) and Pennzoil (small, like 1 x 2 feet.) I've been told these are salable as antiques, at least the larger two (the smaller one may well be a reproduction.) I used the smaller two as kitchen decorations and kept meaning to make a coffee table out of the Sinclair one but it never happened. We're moving, and I'm thinking these aren't worth hauling with me, given the likelihood we'll really make that coffeetable anytime soon. I don't have the time/energy to go getting appraisals on my own right now, but I thought I'd open these signs up for offers if anyone's interested in coming over here to take a look. I know this neighborhood's just brimming over with creative people who may want to play around with these. Serious inquiries only, please. Thanks! Leslie

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[Highland Park] does anyone have experience with comcast digital phone?
by TIGERZUID＠aol.com 19 May '06

19 May '06

thanks for all the great tips to find a handyman/electrician. another question: does anybody have experience with Comcast digital voice? how does it - in price and quality - compare with other phone services? How can you add international calls to their package? teake zuidema (_www.teakezuidema.com_ (http://www.teakezuidema.com) )

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[Highland Park] Cape May condo rental
by jmazefsky＠aol.com 19 May '06

19 May '06

I have a two bedroom condo available for rental - there are still a couple of weeks left for the summer (plus lower off-season rates for the fall). Just recently got my website up! Here's the link: www.capemaylulu.com

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[Highland Park] looking for a handy man/electrician
by TIGERZUID＠aol.com 18 May '06

18 May '06

Hi I am moving into a new house and need a handyman/ electrician to install a ceiling fan and a couple new electricity outlets. Do you know a reliable person who can do this without charging me an arm and a leg? greetings Teake Zuidema/ ( see _www.teakezuidema.com_ (http://www.teakezuidema.com) )

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[Highland Park] Looking for gently used furniture
by Anne-Marie Alderson 18 May '06

18 May '06

Hello all, A very good friend of mine was married last month, and she and her new husband are looking to obtain some gently used living room furniture. If anyone has any furniture they are looking to give away or sell, you can contact her directly at quinn_mcintosh(a)yahoo.com. Thank you, Anne-Marie N. Euclid Ave.

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[Highland Park] Please recommend a FENCE company
by Chris 18 May '06

18 May '06

Hello neighbors, I am new to the neighborhood, and need to install a wrought iron fence for my yard. Its only a driveway gate and a 20 ft stretch along the front hedge. Can you please recommend a good company to sell and install such a fence? Thank you, Christine Fisher 1441 Browning Road

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[Highland Park] [Update.unionproject] TONIGHT, 7:00 pm, PEABODY HIGH POETRY SLAM AT THE UNION PROJECT!
by Justin Rothshank 17 May '06

17 May '06

www.unionproject.org - TONIGHT, 7:00 pm, PEABODY HIGH POETRY SLAM AT THE UNION PROJECT! Youth Place and the Union Project is proud to sponsor this incredible student organized and run event. Please come and support the creativity and motivation of these amazing students! You will not be disappointed! New Clay Classes Announced A new summer and fall slate of clay classes has been announced. Exciting classes include majolica classes, slip casting, wheel throwing, mug making, tile making, kiln building and more. Email Justin(a)unionproject.org for more information. Union Project has also started a “Ceramics Only” email list, for those interested in receiving regular updates regarding the clay studio. If you’re interested in joining this email list you can sign up by visiting http://unionproject.mennonite.net/mailman/listinfo/ ceramics.unionproject, or email Justin(a)unionproject.org with the words “ceramics email subscription” in the subject line. Stained Glass Classes Continue in June "I think the whole concept of the Union Project is terrific! (I wish I had thought of it)...You have salvaged an entire neighborhood; and that is quite astounding!" --Michael from Ste. Genevieve, Missouri Union Project stained glass classes are becoming more and more popular for our out of state visitors! Union Project has welcomed class members from Washington State, New York, Illinois, Virginia, Ohio, Indiana, Missouri, West Virginia, and of course Pennsylvania. Class #6SGC is on June 2-4. Contact Justin(a)unionproject.org or call 412-363-4550 x 2 to register for this class. "The class was fantastic. Well organized, well equipped, highly motivated and competent instruction, well-chosen classmates, inspiring setting, great lunch...I kept one of the rubbings and a couple of small pieces of lead from the project as souvenirs. Still have them and treasure them." --Paul from Seattle, Washington Union Project needs a truck Do you have a pickup truck, minivan, cargo van, or other vehicle capable of hauling building materials? Union Project needs is in need of a vehicle, and would welcome this as a donation. We can provide you with a tax receipt and a donation acknowledgement in return. Please contact Justin(a)unionproject.org or call 412-363-4550x2 if you have a vehicle to donate. Party @ Union Project! Join a new Renaissance! In the spirit of the 1920's Harlem Renaissance - where innovation, creativity and culture spurred social change and equality - join the Union Project as we host a 'Rent Party'! In the 1920s, Harlem artists would hold parties with live music, food and drink and would pay their rent with admission earned at the door! The Union Project has recently purchased its building and has a new mortgage to pay off, so come to our Rent Party on Saturday, June 3 to enjoy and support the diverse East End Renaissance of art, culture and community! Artists: Omega Love and Christian Dillingham Trio (Jazz, Soul & Blues); Peabody High School Visual Art & Union Project Artists; Silent Auction; Food & Drink; Dress: 1920's encouraged; 7 PM to 10 PM; Sliding Scale of $10-$50. Contact jess(a)unionproject.org for more information. Tickets available online at www.unionproject.org or at the door The Party Weekend Schedule: 6/2: First Friday Union Hour 6 - 8 PM 6/3: Homegrown Saturdays Art & Farmers Market kickoff 10 AM - 2 PM 6/3: Saturday evening “Rent Party” in the spirit of the Harlem Renaissance 7 PM - 10 PM 6:4 Highland Park Yard Sale with benefit shopping at UP! Intern/Volunteer Job Opportunity Union Project is in need of a marketing intern. This intern will work primarily in conducting market research and analysis for current and upcoming Union Project social enterprises. Intern must have basic computer skills including experience with Microsoft office, Internet, and writing skills. This position is great for a college or graduate student hoping to fulfill internship credits towards graduation requirements. Please contact Justin(a)unionproject.org for more information. ATTENTION ARTISTS, CREATORS, GARDENERS, ETC. We are now accepting applications for the Homegrown Saturdays vendor tables. For only a small fee you can have a 3 foot or 6 foot table to sell your arts, crafts, teas, flowers, vegetables and more! Please reserve your table now by going on line and filling out the application or emailing hilary(a)unionproject.org to have one sent to you. Union Project participating in Highland Park Yard Sale Need a good excuse to tackle the ever-popular spring-cleaning? The Union Project’s Board of Directors will participate in the Community Yard Sale on Sunday, June 4. Our goal is to raise $1,000 towards the Union Project’s catalytic community programs! Donations will be accepted starting May 1 and running up until the Friday before the sale – June 2, 2006 – at any time the Union Project is open. Receipts are available for tax purposes. Union Project cannot pick up items for donation, and will ONLY accept the following: ‧ Furniture – bookshelves, desks, chairs, tables ‧ Toys, puzzles and children’s clothing ‧ Books, DVDs, CDs and videotapes ‧ Tools and project supplies ‧ Small household appliances in working order Due to limited storage and display space, we are NOT accepting clothing or footwear. For suggestions about where to donate these items, please visit the Alliance of Nonprofit Stores’ website: www.shopans.org. Items that do not sell on the day of the sale will be donated to an ANS member store. If you have questions about donating to Union Project please email board member Abby Sandel, abbysandel(a)earthlink.net. See The Temptations, Support the Union Project On Thursday, June 15, 2006 at 8PM, the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra will host its 3rd Annual Community Partners Concert with guest stars The Temptations and chairperson, Max Starks! A portion of ticket sales from this incredible night goes directly to the Union Project!! The PSO donates the orchestra services, and secures corporate sponsors to underwrite out of pocket costs associated with guest artist services and concert production. Tickets will be on sale until June 1st. Please call to buy your tickets and earmark them for the Union Project by calling 412-392-4833 or ordering online http://www.pittsburghsymphony.org/pghsymph.nsf/web/onstage.html. Free Grant Workshop at the Union Project A free grant workshop will be held at the Union Project on June 27 from 7-9:15 PM. Sponsored by the Rivers of Steel National Heritage Area (www.riversofsteel.com) the workshop will focus on grants of interest to folk and traditional artists; cultural, arts, and heritage organizations; festival committees; traditional performing and visual arts groups; and historical societies. Grants from the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, Pennsylvania Humanities Council, Pennsylvania Heritage Parks Program, Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, and the Carnegie Library’s Foundation Center will be discussed. For more information and to RSVP, please contact Julie Throckmorton-Meunier at Rivers of Steel, (412) 464-4020 ext. 45, jthrockmorton(a)riversofsteel.com. You can donate to Union Project online by visiting https://secure.groundspring.org/dn/index.php?aid=6211. _______________________________________________ update mailing list update(a)unionproject.org http://unionproject.mennonite.net/mailman/listinfo/update.unionproject

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[Highland Park] Tazza D'Oro says "Check out the Union Station Cafe"
by Amy Enrico 17 May '06

17 May '06

Thank you to the Union Project for providing a coffeehouse where the staff from Tazza D'Oro can hang out!!! Education fund to honor Union Project adviser Monday, May 15, 2006 Pittsburgh Post-Gazette The Union Project in Highland Park is contributing 5 percent of the revenue from Union Station, its new coffeehouse, to create and maintain the Amy Enrico Scholarship Fund for Entrepreneurship. The fund honors Ms. Enrico, owner of Taza d'Oro on Highland Avenue, for her service as business coach for the young entrepreneurs of Union Project. It will help employees of both the Union Project and Taza d'Oro pay for higher education. Union Station opened early this month in the former Union Baptist Church, at Stanton and Negley avenues. The Union Project has become a community meeting center and been the site of artist studios and classes since 2001, when Jessica King and Justin Rothshank, former volunteers with the Mennonite urban mission program, bought the church and began restoring it. "Amy has been helping us for years on our business plan, how to be more businesslike and more sustainable and responsible with our resources," said Ms. King. "A lot of people couldn't understand why she would help the competition, but the way she explains it to us is that when you help entrepreneurs take root in communities, growth and strength happens. She is growth-oriented, not fear-oriented, and we just wanted to find a way to thank her." Union Station will hold its grand opening the weekend of June 2. Amy Enrico Enrico's Tazza D'Oro-cafe and espresso bar 1125 N. Highland Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15206

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[Highland Park] HPCC Meeting Thursday 5/18/06
by Bob Staresinic 17 May '06

17 May '06

Hello All This Thursday, May 18th, at 7:30 pm the HPCC will hold its regular meeting at St Andrews Church. We will have a program this month, on the building of the Super Playground. That is the big wooden playground at the Reservoir. Over 15 years ago, 2 neighborhood women (Roseanne Levine and Marcia Dugan)saw the need for a playground in the Park. Since the City did not have the funds to build it, the community found a way to raise money, design and build what you see now. Come and hear the story, told by Roseanne and Marcia, of what went into getting the Super Playground built. See you Thursday. Bob

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[Highland Park] Looking for Recommendations for Someone to Tile Our Bathroom
by Will Walker 17 May '06

17 May '06

We are tiling one of our bathrooms and are looking for any good experiences that anyone in the neighborhood has had. Thanks in advance. --Will Walker

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