As many of you know, the PHCA issues a weekly email blast to anybody that is interested in hearing about events. Google is experiencing some glitches in in its contacts database, so we thought we’d publish the e-newsletter on BLOGSKI this week. If you get the email blast, it will go out as soon as Google is up and running. If you would like to get the email blast, drop us a line at phca.members@gmail.com.
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G20! Everything seems to be going just fine.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. G20 Summit traffic restrictions updates
2. Request from Gooski’s
3. PHCA office is open
4. Nominations for PHCA Board
5. Signs of ME! – Still room! Sign up now.
6. Dinner @West Penn Recreation Center
7. Action Housing
8. PHCA party pictures are up.
9. Mayor Ravenstahl’s Newsletter
EVENTS
G20 | Sept 24-25
Flower pull out & clean up | Oct 3
Membership Meeting | Oct 6
Older and Wiser | Oct 7
October fest-Monte Carlo Nite | RSVP Oct 10
CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS/DONATIONS
1. Seeking Public Safety Volunteers
2. The Polish Hill skatepark is 10 years old
3. Polish Hill Gear available
4. Construction Junction accepts donated materials
CLASSIFIEDS
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. G20 Summit traffic restrictions
City officials announced that the Downtown business district will be closed to most vehicular traffic during the G-20 Summit. There will be exceptions for Downtown residents, business deliveries, hotel visitors and taxis. And Port Authority buses and light rail will have access, with restrictions. Pedestrians and bicyclists will be able to move about as usual Downtown outside the security perimeter around the David L. Lawrence Convention Center, where the summit will be held. Updated information is available on the G20 Safety site.
2. Request from Gooski’s
Our good friends at Gooski’s have a special request for patrons. Gooski’s asking that patrons refrain from carrying large bags, like messenger bags, into the bar over the G20 Summit. This is only on Thursday and Friday, September 24-25. Thanks so much!
3. PHCA office is open
The Polish Hill Civic Association office will be open during the two days of the G20 Summit (September 24-25). You can reach us at 412-681-1950 or by email at phcapgh@gmail.com.
4. Nominations for PHCA Board
The PHCA is collecting nominations for the Board of Directors. Please remember that nominees must be a Polish Hill resident, member for one year, current with membership dues and have attended four membership meetings in the last year. Nominations are due at the PHCA office by November 3. Contact us at 412-681-1950 or by email at phcapgh@gmail.com with questions.
5. Signs of ME! – Still room! Sign up now.
This is a new after-school arts program at West Penn Recreation Center. Staffski wishes that she was five so that she could make a sign with Carley Parrish. But since she’s not, she wants all of the kids out there to make their way to West Penn Recreation Center in October. This is a don’t miss event for the school-aged set! There is still some room in the program. Sign up by September 27. More information available on BLOGSKI
6. Dinner at West Penn Recreation Center
Starting Tuesday, September 8 at West Penn Recreation Center is the dinner program. Sit down dinners will be served at the Rec Center for families to spend some quality time catching up after a long day without the hassle of cooking or resorting to pizza. And no dishes to do! Dinners will be served from 5:30-6:30PM, Mondays through Fridays. Snacks will also be available from 3-4PM. Contact West Penn at 412-622-7353 to make reservations. Additional information is available on BLOGSKI
7. Action Housing
Action Housing is a Pittsburgh organization whose primary mission to provide decent, safe and affordable housing. Action Housing provides assistance to low income, disabled, or elderly people who need help in making certain types of improvements in their homes (whether they rent or own). More information about Action Housing programs available on BLOGSKI Also, there is a flyer that provides information about ACTION Housing’s Weatherization program available here.
8. PHCA party pictures are up.
The Polish Hill Civic Association turned 40 on September 15. We had an anniversary party today on the sidewalk and sidelot of the PHCA Headquarters on Brereton St, in the heart of Polish Hill. Check out BLOGSKI
9. Mayor Ravenstahl’s Newsletter
Excerpt – On October 17th, 2009, we will continue to clean our neighborhoods during the Annual City Fall Redd Up. We are expecting to have clean ups in each of our ninety neighborhoods. I want to encourage you to get involved and make a difference in your community, whether by participating in your community clean up, or taking the time to pick up litter on your block. If you would like to help, please contact my Office of Neighborhood Initiatives at 412-255-8680. Read the entire newsletter on BLOGSKI.
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EVENTS CALENDAR – Don’t forget to check the PHCA Community Calendar for other events in and around Polish Hill.
EVENTS
G20 | Sept 24-25
Everybody knows that the G20 Summit is happening today and tomorrow. There are some sources for those of you that would like to keep up with what is happening in Pittsburgh on events related to the Summit. BLOGSKI reports. MyG20. G-Infinity. Public safety and transportation.
Flower pulling and clean up | Oct 3
Volunteer with the Polish Hill Green Team and Western Pennsylvania Conservancy to prepare flower beds for the coming cold weather! Meet at 30th and Brereton at 9AM. Light refreshments provided. Contact PHCA at phcapgh@gmail.com or by phone at 412-681-1950 for details.
Membership Meeting | Oct 6
Please join us at 6:30 pm at the West Penn recreation center. We’ll be in the usual room in the senior center, lower level. Find out what’s up in Polish Hill, voice your concerns, play the 50/50. If you’re not yet a PHCA member, but have been meaning to check it out, why not make this the evening?
Older and Wiser | Oct 7
State Rep. Don Walko, D-Allegheny, is sponsoring a series of “Older and Wiser” presentations to provide seniors in the 20th Legislative District with information on legal concerns. The location closest Polish Hill is the Lawrenceville Senior Center, 4600 Butler Street. The first presentation is at 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 7. Topic: Medicaid. The second presentation is from 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 21. Topic: power of attorney. To reserve a spot, seniors should call Don Walko’s office at 412-321-5523.
October fest-Monte Carlo Nite | RSVP Oct 10
Saturday, October 17, 2009, after the 4:00 pm mass at the Immaculate Heart of Mary church in Polish Hill. BBQ chicken or kielbasa dinners – $7.00. Advance orders only, cut-off date October 10th. Call 412-621-0389 for more information.
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CALLS FOR VOLUNTEERS + DONATIONS
1. Seeking Public Safety Volunteers
Want to help out with a Public Safety/Bock Watch group? Then the PHCA is looking for you! Contact the PHCA office to sign up at phcapgh@gmail.com or at 412-681-1950
2. The Polish Hill skatepark is 10 years old
Our skatepark is frequently used, both by residents and visitors to the neighborhood. It’s also an inter-generational attraction–we’ve seen many father-child teams there. Might there be some skatepark users who are passionate about skateboarding and good at raising funds? Let’s try to get this initiative off the ground again! Contact the PHCA office at 412-681-1950 or by email at phcapgh@gmail.com if you are interested in helping out. More information about the skatepark is available on BLOGSKI
3. Polish Hill Gear available
Gifts, for you, your friends, your Bubci and Dzadza. Available through the Polish Hill Civic Association. Stop in the Polish Hill Civic Association office at 3060 Brereton St, Pittsburgh PA 15219. Contact us with questions at 412-681-1950 or by email at phcapgh@gmail.com. Images of all of the great gear are on the PHCA site. Downloadable pdf order form is available. Also available are new selections from our Zazzle store! Make sure to check it out!
4. Construction Junction accepts donated materials
Renovating? Hate to see useful stuff go in the trash? Construction Junction is always looking for used (but not useless) building materials. This includes fixtures, wood, windows, doors, cabinets, hardware–anything for buildings and renovation that’s in reasonable shape and could be put to good use instead of going into a landfill. Call to make sure an item is eligible for donation prior to scheduling a pickup. To discuss your donation, call (412) 243-5025. Free pickup is available for large donations, at no charge.
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CLASSIFIEDS
~ One bedroom, 3029 Brereton St. $550 + gas and elec. Suitable for a couple or a single person. No pets. Available immediately. Call Robin at 412-243-6958
~ One Bedroom available – $625.00/month. Newly renovated one bedroom, with garage and deck. Bamboo flooring, newly renovated kitchen with all new appliances and a dishwasher. Bath renovated, has ceramic tile. $625/month + gas and electric. 3136 Dobson St., Polish Hill. Available Oct 1. Images available here. Contact Catherine at 412-874-3074 or by email at catherine.mcconnell3@verizon.
~ For flat roof repair and brick pointing/chimney repair, call Sipes and Son General Contractors. Chad Sipes, 412-996-3904.
~ One bedroom at 3206 Dobson St. On-site laundry, $450/month + gas and electric. Call David at 412-670-9701
~ 3023 Brereton St – For sale. Great investment property with two units. 1st floor is rented & 2nd is is now vacant, possible for owner occupied income. Close to hospitals & public trans. Polish Hill. More info
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Polish Hill Civic Association
3060 Brereton Street
Pittsburgh PA 15219
412-681-1950
www.phcapgh.org
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It’s that time of year! United Way of Allegheny County is beginning their campaign for donations to your favorite local organizations. And we know that PHCA is your favorite organization! So, to save you some time looking through that pesky list, Polish Hill Civic Association’s organization number is 258. Easy to remember, easy to do! And thank you for your support. We appreciate it.
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