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[Highland Park] Scam Artist
by Margaret OConnell 11 Feb '05

11 Feb '05

I have just been cheated by a handiman who asked for partial payment for a job and then never came back to finish the work. I understand that he has done this to at least two other people in our Highland Park neighborhood. Be on the lookout for an African American man named Leroy Ramsey. He is tall and "specializes" in concrete work altho he says he can fix almost anything. I have learned an expensive lession! -- Margaret O'Connell

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[Highland Park] Cinema St. Andrew
by Bruce Robison 11 Feb '05

11 Feb '05

This Saturday, February 12, 7 p.m., in Brooks Hall of St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 5801 Hampton Street, Highland Park, a free presentation of the 1949 classic film, "All the King's Men." All are welcome. We are invited to bring a snack to share . . . . <<-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- All the King's Men (1949) is the fictionalized account of the rise and fall of a backwoods rebel - a story inspired by the rule (and abuse of power) of Louisiana's colorful state governor (1928-32) and Democratic U.S. Senator (1932-35), notorious Huey Pierce Long - "The Kingfish." It is a melodramatic story of the corruption of power by an ambitious demagogue, adapted and based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning and best-selling 1946 novel of the same name by Robert Penn Warren, and filmed from a script by producer/screenwriter/director Robert Rossen (known for directing other films such as Body and Soul (1947) and The Hustler (1961)). The main difference between the novel and the film is the reversal of the major roles: the narrating newspaper reporter takes precedence over the power-hungry governor in the novel. In the film, the secondary character is the reporter, while the central character is lawyer-turned-politician Willie Stark. One of the film's posters proclaimed: "He thought he had the world by the tail...till it exploded in his face...with a bullet attached..." The great political film was a breakthrough film for Broderick Crawford from his B picture status - his performance is very compelling and impressive as he is transformed from a backwoods, honest and naive lawyer into a dirty, unscrupulous and sleazy politician. Of the film's seven Academy Awards nominations, it won three major honors: Crawford won the Best Actor statuette, Rossen (as producer) won the Best Picture Oscar, and Best Supporting Actress went to Mercedes McCambridge (in her screen debut). Its other nominations were: Best Supporting Actor (John Ireland), Best Director and Best Screenplay (both for Rossen), and Best Film Editing.>>

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FW: [Highland Park] Scam Artist
by Huxley, Geralyn 10 Feb '05

10 Feb '05

It happened to me also, but it was a much less costly mistake -- several years ago I gave this person cash to shovel my sidewalk and driveway, almost immediately he said he had to leave to take care of his son and would return shortly. But he never did. I felt sorry for him too. It seems he is part of our community, but scamming is a sad way to make a living. GH -----Original Message----- From: neighborhood-bounces(a)highlandpark.pgh.pa.us [mailto:neighborhood-bounces@highlandpark.pgh.pa.us]On Behalf Of gh28(a)andrew.cmu.edu Sent: Thursday, February 10, 2005 7:14 PM To: Margaret OConnell; neighborhood(a)highlandpark.pgh.pa.us Cc: Geoffrey Hitch Subject: Re: [Highland Park] Scam Artist Dear Ms. O'Connell, I live in Highland Park. Approximately 6 years ago the same African-American man (in his 40s?) who ripped you off ripped ME off. He approached me by pointing out that my sidewalk needed repair, & that he did that kind of work. He was to lay a brick patio in my backyard & a brick sidewalk in the front of the house. I supplied the bricks & the concrete. He did little work. He always had his toddler son in tow, & I felt sorry for him. I did what you did, & gave him money for work he had not yet done -- and never did do. At that time he lived above the dry cleaner on Bryant. He is a scam artist. Geoffrey Hitch --On Thursday, February 10, 2005 1:19 PM -0500 Margaret OConnell <tropicalmomo(a)earthlink.net> wrote: > I have just been cheated by a handiman who asked for partial payment for > a job and then never came back to finish the work. I understand that he > has done this to at least two other people in our Highland Park > neighborhood. Be on the lookout for an African American man named Leroy > Ramsey. He is tall and "specializes" in concrete work altho he says he > can fix almost anything. I have learned an expensive lession! > > -- Margaret O'Connell > > > > > -- > <http://www.highlandpark.pgh.pa.us/mailman/listinfo/neighborhood> > -- <http://www.highlandpark.pgh.pa.us/mailman/listinfo/neighborhood>

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[Highland Park] Concert by HP resident/PSO player mixes music and visual art
by David Sogg 09 Feb '05

09 Feb '05

Highland Park resident and Pittsburgh Symphony bassoonist David Sogg would like you to come to a chamber music concert at The Warhol on Monday, February 21, at 7:30 pm. "Sonic Canvases: Pictures for a Composition" features music inspired by visual art and artists and includes the world premiere of "Andy Warhol Sez:" by 2004 Pulitzer Prize winning composer Paul Moravec. The music crosses three centuries, and the artworks date from 2700 BC to the era following the Tiananmen Square massacre. Slides of the artworks will be shown, and a reception with the performers, Mr. Moravec, and composer Susan Kander will follow the concert. (Ms. Kander was recently received recognition on public radio for a youth opera she wrote, "One False Move," on the topic of bullying among teenage girls.) Please join David Sogg, other PSO performers, and pianist Robert Frankenberry for this unique concert. Tickets are $10 and are available by contacting The Warhol at (412)237-8300; additional information is available by e-mailing David Sogg at sogg(a)duq.edu. DATE: Monday, February 21, 2005 TIME: 7:30 p.m. PLACE: The Andy Warhol Museum, 117 Sandusky Street, North Side TICKETS: $10 Parking is available across from the museum.

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[Highland Park] Advertising in City Parks: Hearing tomorrow (February 9)
by Rudolph T Maceyko 08 Feb '05

08 Feb '05

Here's some important news for park users... There's a hearing tomorrow concerning a bill that would allow certain kinds of advertising in our parks. This text comes from a message that was forwarded to me; I've whittled it down for brevity. -Rudy City Council Hearing: Advertising in City Parks 1:30 pm, Wednesday, February 9 City Council Chambers (414 Grant Street, 5th Floor). Councilman Motznik has proposed a change to the Pittsburgh zoning code (Bill No. 386) that would allow advertising from sponsors to be posted in parks and recreation areas. Signs up to 4' x 8' would be permissible on buildings, structures, or fences. The proposal is intended to generate funds for the city. Due to an overwhelming amount of testimony against the ordinance, the Planning Commission voted unanimously in opposition to the proposal, even with changes that sought to improve it. The bill now moves to Council with its original wording - with minimal restrictions in place. The bill will require seven (out of nine) Council votes to pass (a super-majority of Council is needed to override this recommendation from the Planning Commission). " To register to testify, call the City Clerk's office at 412-255-2138 no later than Tuesday, February 8th. You may also voice your opposition by contacting your at the City Council website: <http://www.city.pittsburgh.pa.us/council/>

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[Highland Park] [Update.unionproject] Union Project Update
by Justin Rothshank 08 Feb '05

08 Feb '05

* Union Project Update - www.unionproject.org - It’s time to think about stained glass agai*n Union Project’s ongoing stained glass restoration classes are continuing. The registration deadline for April classes is April 1. Saturday morning classes and Thursday evening classes are being offered. Also, new in April, will be our weekend stained glass intensive. Class members will work from Friday evening thru Sunday afternoon to completely restore their windows. Lunch will be included on 2 days, and a smaller class will all for more student/teacher interaction. Class members will see the fruits of their labor almost instantly. If you are interested in stained glass classes at the Union Project please call 412-478-3105 or email Justin(a)unionproject.org. *Nonprofit Summit 2005 – Nonprofits as Agents of Change* “Never doubt that a small group of citizens can change the world. Indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” Margaret Mead’s words are serving as the basis for a conference sponsored by Grantmakers of Western Pennsylvania and six other organizations, including the Union Project, which is expected to attract 1,000 attendees. “Nonprofits as Agents of Change: Leading Our Region’s Next Renaissance” is the theme of the 2005 Nonprofit Summit, which will be held on April 26 at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh. The conference will focus on leadership, change and transformation. It will feature two concurrent sessions that include 13 workshops on all aspects of change – planning, leading, crafting, facilitating, raising money for, advocating for, marketing for and more. It will also include five “town hall” meetings that focus on community issues such as healthy children, youth, and families; thriving neighborhoods, civic engagement, viable economies, and creative communities. The Union Project will be helping to organize the “town hall” session about creative communities. The registration fee is $75 for the first member of the organization and $65 for each additional member. Scholarships are available. For information on the conference, visit www.pittsburghnonprofitsummit.org or call 412-471-6488 to be placed on the mailing list to receive conference information. _______________________________________________ update mailing list update(a)unionproject.org http://unionproject.mennonite.net/mailman/listinfo/update.unionproject

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[Highland Park] Piano Teacher for Children
by Gary Moshier 08 Feb '05

08 Feb '05

We're looking for a piano teacher for two children ages 6 & 8. Any recommendations? Gary P. Moshier 6019 Grafton St. Pittsburgh, PA 15206 moshier_family(a)msn.com

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[Highland Park] Website Design Assistance Needed
by Botsa3＠aol.com 07 Feb '05

07 Feb '05

Hello All I would like to create a Web site for my business, but I have limited skills in this area. I am looking for someone to assist me with this project. My budget for this project is limited but I would like to discuss options with any interested parties. Please feel free to contact me at _botsa3(a)aol.com_ (mailto:botsa3@aol.com) Mary Lee Snuffer 412 363-7838

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[Highland Park] MonkeeMag.com is expanding; Volunteer Opportunity
by Sal Wilcox (CEO, EI, Inc.) 06 Feb '05

06 Feb '05

Education Innovations, Inc. is seeking a volunteer with web design and computer programming experience to teach MonkeeMag.com students for 4 Saturdays starting at the end of February. The volunteer will 1.) help MonkeeMag.com youth how lay out their website, 2.) teach how them how to deal with images, 3.) teach them how to create simple games, and 4.) teach basic HTML. MonkeeMag.com is an entrepreneurial venture that was started by students in 4th through 8th grade during our Young Entrepreneur's Club in summer 2004. MonkeeMag endeavors to be a safe haven for youth seeking entertainment and information--all created by local youth. Current departments include video games, movies, advice, health and beauty, crafts, shopping, (extreme) sports, and news. MonkeeMag.com will go live in June. We are expanding MonkeeMag in March and welcome youth from the neighborhood to apply. We will have 10 openings and the cost is minimal-$20 per week. MonkeeMag.com meets for three hours every Saturday from 5:00 until 8:00pm. Each MonkeeMag gathering includes a family-style dinner, an entrepreneurial lesson (branding, marketing, finance, management, etc.), and activities that contribute towards content for MonkeeMag.com (watching movies and reviewing them, playing video games, shopping, and learning health and beauty tips.) Call 412.363.7707 to volunteer or to get more information about MonkeeMag.com

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[Highland Park] Knitting festival
by Jessica King 04 Feb '05

04 Feb '05

The New Meadow Run Bruderhof in Farmington, PA (about an hour east of here) is hosting a Knitting Fest for Tsunami Relief on Saturday February 19 from 10 AM to 4 PM. This is a great community of folks, and if you've never been exposed to the Bruderhof Communities (pacifist, Christian intentional communities all around the world), I'd recommend meeting them. Their Bruderhof is a beautiful, welcoming place out in the country, and they're always excited to meet new people. They have sent a group to volunteer at the Union Project - that's how we got to know them. They are taking donations of yarn (leftovers, new skeins, etc.) to knit, and will have knitting lessons, raffles, spinning and kids activities on the 19th. They suggest a $5 donation. For more info: MatthewM(a)bruderhof.com 724.329.8573 PO Box 240 Farmington, PA 15437

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