View this email in your browser (https://mailchi.mp/6e22080c3828/hpcc-april-newsletter?e=eb0bdabb3c) Logo ** Hello Neighbors! ------------------------------------------------------------ As the weather has finally turned warmer, it’s great to see so many people out and about in the community. One definition of “community” is: a feeling of fellowship with others, as a result of sharing common attitudes, interests and goals. We hope you’ll work with us toward our goal of making the Highland Park community safe and inviting for all. When you're on the road as a driver, cyclist, or pedestrian, be alert and respectful of others. As a driver, there’s no need to speed or cut people off; be the person who lets other cars in, slows so pedestrians can cross, and gives bikes and scooters lots of space. As a pedestrian, pay attention to your surroundings, and don’t step into traffic if you’re going to force someone to slam on their breaks. On a bike or scooter? Stay on the road and off the sidewalk, and follow traffic laws. A little consideration on our roads will make everyone happier and safer. And when you’re at the park, parklet or just walking in the ‘hood, leave the space as nice - or nicer! Be sure to take your trash and cigarette butts and dispose of them properly. Let’s make every day a beautiful day in the neighborhood. Stephanie Walsh, HPCC President Get caught up on the April community meeting here (https://hpccpgh.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ed770e831682d049448ee942c&id=f42f34cb8c&e=eb0bdabb3c) https://hpccpgh.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ed770e831682d049448ee942c&id=06692eaea0&e=eb0bdabb3c ** Win a Bike! ------------------------------------------------------------ Just in time for summer, the HPCC is raffling off retired Healthy Ride bikes and new bike helmets! The city is replacing the bike rental system and providing the bikes to community groups to distribute. The helmets were generously donated by Gallery Ama owner and HPCC Board Member Mary Beth Van Fleet. To enter in the raffle, email HPCCpgh@gmail.com (mailto:HPCCpgh@gmail.com) with BIKE RAFFLE in the subject line and include your name and phone number. Highland Park residents only, please. Winners will be drawn at the May 19th HPCC Community Meeting, 7 p.m., at the Bryant Street Parklet. You do not need to be present to win. ** HPCC May Calendar of Events ------------------------------------------------------------ ** Marathon Party - May 1, from 8:30 a.m. - noon ------------------------------------------------------------ * Come cheer on the racers of the 2022 Pittsburgh Marathon as they hit the 20-mile mark passing through Highland Park. Live music provided by neighborhood favorite Fusion Illusion (https://hpccpgh.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ed770e831682d049448ee942c&id=03ce899818&e=eb0bdabb3c) all morning in front of Tazza D’oro coffee shop. * Cheering Section Headquarters will be at the Bryant Street Market parking lot. Stop by for sign making supplies and noisemakers, free face painting (9 a.m. - noon), and free donuts, juice, water and fresh brewed coffee (while supplies last). Special thanks to Bryant Street Market, Tazza D’oro and Pittsburgh Three Rivers Marathon. * Roads will be closed Sunday morning so plan accordingly the night before if you need to get somewhere before 1 p.m. The marathon map is posted on the HPCC website (https://hpccpgh.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ed770e831682d049448ee942c&id=62475364a2&e=eb0bdabb3c) . ** Bryant Street Parklet Clean-Up - May 14, 10 a.m. ------------------------------------------------------------ * Spring has sprung! Bring your gloves and some tools and help with the pruning, planting, cleaning and weeding needed to keep our parklet the gem that it is. Lunch will be provided and you can sit back and enjoy your hard work. Please come and volunteer to get down and dirty with nature! ** Super Playground Mosaic Making - May 14 & 15, 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. ------------------------------------------------------------ * Calling all kids! Come to the Highland Park Entry Garden and create ceramic artwork for the new Super Playground. ** HPCC May, 2022 Meeting at the Parklet - May 19, 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. ------------------------------------------------------------ * Tired of hibernating? Us too — and we miss you! Join us for our first in-person community meeting in two years. This social event will include door prizes and refreshments. We’ll also draw the winners of the Healthy Ride bike raffle. Bring a chair and enjoy our lovely parklet! ** Mark Your Calendars! Sidewalk Chalk-A-Palooza, Highland Park Yard Sale & Bryant Street Festival Return ------------------------------------------------------------ ** HP Yard Sale and Bryant Street Festival - June 5, 9 a.m. ------------------------------------------------------------ The 2022 Highland Park neighborhood-wide yard sale will take place on Sunday, June 5th at 9 a.m. This annual event attracts hundreds of visitors to Highland Park and is a great way to find a new home for your unused treasures. Register here (https://hpccpgh.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ed770e831682d049448ee942c&id=3c84d010ed&e=eb0bdabb3c) to include your sale in the neighborhood-wide listing and support the Highland Park Community Council, which runs this event and others throughout the year. HPCC Members will receive a $5 discount off of the $15 fee when registering; to receive the discount, log into your HPCC account when you visit the yard sale registration page. If you would like to join the HPCC, you can do so on our website (https://hpccpgh.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ed770e831682d049448ee942c&id=3a24e43a25&e=eb0bdabb3c) . If you have any questions about the yard sale, please email Jason at yardsale@hpccpgh.org (mailto:yardsale@hpccpgh.org) . If you have questions about membership, please email Sabrina at membership@hpccpgh.org (mailto:membership@hpccpgh.org) . ** Bryant Street Festival - June 5, noon - 4 p.m. ------------------------------------------------------------ Bryant Street from Highland Ave. to N. Saint Clair St will be closed for festivities, including food, vendors and live music. If you’re a local vendor or a nonprofit and you’d like a booth, if you don’t have a place to sell yard items and want to reserve a table at the “flea market”, or if you have a band that’s interested in performing, please email Bob at bob.63@netzero.net (mailto:bob.63@netzero.net) . ** Sidewalk Chalk-a-Palooza - June 3 - 5 ------------------------------------------------------------ Time to put your artist hats on – it's Sidewalk Chalk-a-Palooza! Decorate your sidewalks and driveways this weekend so folks can enjoy them during the Yard Sale on Sunday morning. Sidewalk chalk will be available for free starting mid-afternoon on Friday June 3 (while supplies last) at the following locations: * Bryant Street Parklet (Bryant & N. Euclid) * Farmhouse Playground * Highland Park main entrance * Stanton Ave. Tennis Courts (6701 Stanton Ave) ** Pittsburgh Promise Inspires Yard Sale Donation ------------------------------------------------------------ In 2021, Amber Key donated $714 from her family’s yard sale to Pittsburgh Promise. Read her story on the HPCC blog (https://hpccpgh.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ed770e831682d049448ee942c&id=ae083c433c&e=eb0bdabb3c) . ** Super Playground Construction Update ------------------------------------------------------------ The Super Playground re-building is well underway, with concrete for the new playground entrance already visible at the construction site. The re-opening initially was planned for early June. However, due to global shipping issues, the playground equipment will now be arriving in late May. Once it arrives, the rest of the construction will take about two months, with a likely reopening in early August. We know everyone is impatient for the new playground so we'll keep you updated with any further changes. ** Lifeguards Wanted! ------------------------------------------------------------ The city’s ability to open city pools - including the Highland Park pool - will be directly related to its success recruiting lifeguards. The city has increased lifeguard wages this year as part of this effort, with wages ranging between $16 - $18.50/hour. For additional info, call 412-323-7928 or follow the link below. To apply, click here (https://hpccpgh.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ed770e831682d049448ee942c&id=27909f102e&e=eb0bdabb3c) ** News From St. Andrews ------------------------------------------------------------ * St. Andrew’s continues to collect non-perishable food items for East End Cooperative Ministries. All donations can be dropped off on the porch of the rectory until the end of April. * In May, St. Andrew’s will be collecting non-food household items for families whose children attend the Neighborhood Academy. These can also be dropped off on the porch of the rectory. St. Andrews is also purchasing gift cards for all of their graduating seniors to help cover expenses at college in the fall. * Services will continue at 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on Sundays and noon on Wednesdays. Masks are optional but highly encouraged. For the very latest information about St. Andrew’s please visit www.standrewspgh.org or Facebook Visit the HPCC website to learn more and become a member (https://hpccpgh.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ed770e831682d049448ee942c&id=b022a8b9a4&e=eb0bdabb3c) Have an article idea for the blog or newsletter? Let us know! 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