Rev. Tim Smith Receives Neighborhood Leader Award

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Published by Hazelwood Initiative, Inc. 5344 Second Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15207 Rev. Tim Smith Receives Neighborhood Leader Award his own Shadyside neighborhood by divid- member of the Pittsburgh Rock ‘N Hall ing it into 17 zones and creating a program of Fame and cheered the 2014 Alderdice that could and has been replicated count- Dragons who won the City League Boys less times. He recently received national Basketball Championship. We heralded recognition as recipient of the Iron Eyes the renowned artist Robert L. Qualters Cody Award during Keep America Beauti- Jr. for his life’s work and recognized the ful’s National Conference. Boris literally 2014 Inductees into the Jewish Sports personifies CPC’s mission to improve the Hall of Fame. environmental quality of life of Pittsburgh Space precludes me from highlighting residents through litter and illegal dumping hundreds of other outstanding and dedi- prevention, clean-up and enforcement. cated volunteers who are so worthy of Our office presented a variety of proc- recognition for their many contributions lamations to individuals, organizations, to our neighborhoods, our city and our and athletic teams to recognize their con- region. I offer a sincere thank you to all tributions and talents. We congratulated the unsung volunteers who do so much to Rich Engler who was inducted as the first make Pittsburgh a special place.

Rev. Tim Smith’s Achievements As

L to R: Corey O’Connor, Aggie Brose-past President of PCRG, Tim Smith, Ernie Listed In The Awards Banquet Program Hogan-Executive Director of PCRG on the dais at the William Penn Hotel for the Tim Smith has devoted his life to communicate positive messages about PCRG Summit. empowering families and youth; having mental and physical health to pre-teens million grant from The Heinz Endowments By Corey O’Connor spent over 25 years working with chil- and teens. Through the COL’s bas- to expand successful programs that reach dren and teens all over Pittsburgh. Tim ketball program, elementary and high While we’re not going to see the Stanley youth and families through the arts, educa- is the Executive Director of Center of school students are provided with en- Cup in Pittsburgh this year, we can all enjoy tion and athletics. Among his many signifi- Life (COL) and pastor of the Keystone couraging adult relationships to reas- the Pittsburgh Pirates as they pursue the quest cant accomplishments is the pivotal role he Church of Hazelwood. He is faithful to sure their success. for a World Series Trophy! On the other hand, played in the development of the Greater his mission of investing in the Hazelwood Tim has volunteered his leadership it has been a busy time for awards programs Hazelwood Community Collaborative and community’s future; the neighborhood’s as a past chairperson of the Hazelwood and recognition events for community leaders, his stint chairing the Hazelwood Initiative. adolescence. Under Tim’s leadership, Initiative and is instrumental in the de- cultural icons and local athletes. In his more than 25-year year career, he The Center of Life offers afterschool velopment of the Greater Hazelwood One of these leaders is Hazelwood’s own has always been faithful to his mission of programs to at-risk youth in Hazelwood Community Collaborative. He em- Reverend Tim Smith, the 2014 recipient of investing in the future of Hazelwood. while mentoring them to become produc- bodies a strong leader; he has respect The Pittsburgh Community Reinvestment The Clean Pittsburgh Commission hon- tive residents of the community. for everyone, carries a genuine under- Group’s Neighborhood Leader Award. He is ored Boris Weinstein for his lifetime of ser- COL’s award-winning youth jazz standing and compassion towards oth- Pastor of the Keystone Church and Executive vice to the City of Pittsburgh and keeping band has earned the recognition as a place ers, and is always making room at the Director of the Center of Life, whose motto it clean through his Citizens Against Litter for young people to engage in expressive table for those who are marginalized. -- “Everything is about People” -- exemplifies grassroots litter prevention programs. After traditional jazz. The KRUNK Movement The Center of Life’s motto “Every- his dedication to the Hazelwood Community retirement, Boris created a second career offers a student-lead music and health thing is about People” exemplifies Tim and his life-long devotion to empowering fam- that utilized his extensive experiences in initiative using the elements of jazz, hip- Smith’s dedication to the Hazelwood ilies and youth. Under Tim’s leadership, The advertising and TV to deal specifically with hop, dance, recording, and visual arts to Community. Center of Life was awarded a three-year $1.35 litter. He started his ambitious initiative in Hazelwood Initiative Closes On Purchase Of Burgwin School HAZELWOOD, MAY 19 – Hazelwood Program, Vibrant Teaching Communities, the ongoing renovation of the Burgwin rec- terred. We were most appreciative of The- Initiative executive director, Jim Richter, to- and Quest for Excellence. reation building and the future water spray resa’s efforts in her last days on the board. day announced that his agency completed the After wide-spread community organiz- park, the location is a touchstone of redevel- Enter a new board and the efforts by purchase of the former Burgwin School. “All ing efforts, Propel applied to the district for opment efforts for the neighborhood. Terry Kennedy to champion the commu- of the closing documents were signed, sealed, a charter in Hazelwood. Since the school Hazelwood Initiative sprang into ac- nity’s cause. Ms. Kennedy championed and delivered by 1:45 pm. It went like clock- board neither approved nor denied the char- tion submitting a Buyers’ Prequalification the sale based on a thorough analysis work,” Richter stated. ter application, an appeal went to the Com- and an offer letter to purchase the school based on financial, enrollment, and other For over five years Hazelwood Initiative monwealth’s Charter School Appeal Board at full price, $475,000. The offer was made factors along with overwhelming ad- and other community partners have worked to (“CAB”) for review. In October 2013, the through Fourth River Development, the real vocacy by the Hazelwood community. secure Burgwin School for reuse as a charter, CAB awarded the charter based on the merit estate broker for the school district. School administrators also recommended most recently centered on Propel Schools. In of Propel’s application. While Fourth River and school admin- sale of the school. On March 26, on the 2011, the Duquesne/Hazelwood Partnership With the granting of the charter, Propel istrators evaluated Hazelwood Initiative’s third attempt, Ms. Kennedy introduced a spearheaded by Rev. Tim Smith, executive and the community set out to secure a suit- offer, the community stated its case to then resolution approving “the sale of Burgwin director of Center of Life, brought the com- able site for the school. And what could be school board director, Theresa Colaizzi. Af- School to Hazelwood Initiative, Inc. for munity and Propel together. “We immediately more obvious than Burgwin. “I keep going ter several in-depth meetings, Ms. Colaizzi the offered amount of $475,000 which invited Propel Schools into our community back to the development adage, ‘The high- rallied to our cause and in November 2013 amount exceeds the amount opined as the because of their sincerity and their Promising est, best reuse of a school is a school,’” Rich- introduced a resolution to sell the school to market value by all appraisals obtained by Principles,” Rev. Smith reported. Those prin- ter said. Built in 1937, the 62,175 square Hazelwood Initiative. Although that resolu- the District.” When the vote was taken, ciples include Agile Instruction, Embedded foot building sits on 2.7 acres atop Mansion tion was met with opposition by the school the Board approved the sale by a mar- Support, Culture of Dignity, Fully Valued Arts Street in the heart of Glenwood. Added to board, community members were not de- Continued on Page 2

What’s Up? Community news...... Page 3 Library Branch Happenings Fun events...... Page 8 Legislative News Government happenings...... Page 6 Memorial Day Celebration Riverside salute...... Page 10 31st Ward Wire Old and new news...... Page 8 June Garden Nurturing your garden...... Page 16 Greenfield Grapevine All the Greenfield news....Page 10 What About Food? What is food policy?...... Page 18 Page 2 THE HOMEPAGE June 2014 Hazelwood Initiative General Membership And Community Forum Minutes The meeting was called to or- A: Yes, we hope to improve A: Not enough funding right der at 6:40 PM on May 13, 2014. overall quality of the facility. now. ______Visitors were acknowledged, and Q: Where can tires be dis- the Mission Statement was read. Committee Reports posed? Hazelwood • Greenfield • 31st Ward ______A: Still at DPW sub-station Minutes of April 2014 Meet- Facilities: Bob Vavro – graffiti behind Carbarn. The Homepage is published by the Hazelwood Initiative, ing: Bob Vavro made the motion busters cleaned up everything. Q: What if City employees also Inc., and is made possible by generous support from to accept minutes. Jim McLaugh- Planning: Kris DiPietro - May report issues around the communi- Councilman Corey O’Connor and State Representative lin seconded. All in favor. 21, 6:30 PM at Carbarn, strate- ties that they work in rather than Harry Readshaw along with advertising from local Finance Report: (Jim Rich- gies for the zones for development just the residents 3-1-1 calls? organizations and businesses. ter for Chuck Christen) HI Audit in those zones as per Matt Smut/ A: It’s a possibility. coming up in May/June 2014; Jim PCRG. Q: How is personal trash in Editor Emeritus McLaughlin moved, Elaine Price Board: Dianne Shenk – Vision- our neighborhood cans being ad- seconded. All in favor. ing projects with Michael Kumer Lucille Kennedy dressed? Executive Director Report: - where visioning can involve oth- A: May get employees to mon- (Jim Richter and guests): Burgwin ers of HI or community, consent Executive Editor itor trash. school sale to HI is doing well, agenda has been moved to the end Q/Statement: Below the Jim Richter closing will be Monday, May 19th. of meeting, resource person to ar- tracks, residents have called 3-1-1 Recycling Facility: GGMJS ticulate visioning, how best to re- on large potholes in street. No one Editor • Graphics now owns, Bankruptcy cleared organize committee structure, and has done anything. Greg Matecko yesterday, Tom Atomak (DEP) several Board members will be at- A: Jeff Cook is our contact. 1) will have authority to process tending the PCRG Summit. Corey O’Connor. Thank you , Contributing Writers loose material, baled already in- Membership : Sherry Hoover community for support at the Re- side, 2) ACHD – rodents, baiting – bring a buddy next meeting. Kris DiPietro Councilman Corey cycling Plant Rally. trapping, Audubon – Jim Bonner Rep. Dan Frankel O’Connor Terry Kennedy was thanked also gearing to protect eagles and Guest Speakers Shawn Patton publicly for her diligence and part Gina Godfrey eaglets (as well as other local pets Telesis. Reshma Hollis, Geor- in the Burgwin School sale occur- Ellie Gordon Jim Richter that might feed on the rodents). gia Abraham. 1) women owned ring. Ellen Gula Edward Salaj Q: Will you reopen after clean- company, 25 years, based in DC, up? Melissa Harding Dianne Shenk 2) for profit, commercial and civic Announcements A: Yes. There is a vested in- uses, public and private resources, Neil Schaming • July General Meeting will be Patrick Hassett terest to reopen. Teran-D-3 is the 3) commitment to quality design – at the Firefighters Union Hall with Kate Hickey JoAnn Willey bait from ACHD (there are MSDS should not be able to distinguish a focus on Fire Safety. Brett Wiwiowara sheets). type of housing, 4) need to involve Mitch Margaria • Pittsburgh Police Review Q: Will you hire locally? the community. Old housing and Rev. Leslie Boone Jim McCue Board will be in Hazelwood - May A: Four reported to work on 2nd Avenue, 27 at St. Stephen’s Hall. May 13 (former employees), Q: What are plans on 2nd Av- Proof Readers • Health Equity – volunteers then will staff for permanent. The enue? about breast health and into jails to E. A. Gill • J. Gonzalez Homepage will publish when jobs A: URA-Spahr and 4800 block. talk to incarcerated women. are available. Q: One of many meetings? • The United Clergy of Ha- © Copyright 2014. All rights reserved. Q: Will jobseekers be able to A: Yes. zelwood are hosting a Summer Hazelwood Initiative, Inc. be in contact with staffing agency? Q: Is Telesis primarily devel- Lifeskills Institute for all ages, A: Probably in a week to 10 opment, not management? 5344 Second Avenue June 24th – July 31st. days. Equipment is currently be- A: Yes. Pittsburgh, PA 15207 Chair Deloris Livsey called ing evaluated by those who were Guy Costa, COO. (with La- for adjournment of the meeting. 412-421-7234 formerly operating it. trinda Leonard and Lex) Burgwin Jim McLaughlin made the mo- [email protected] Statement: We will be watch- - lights replacement, spray park - NEXT HAZELWOOD INTIATIVE COMMUNITY FORUM MEETING tion, Bob Vavro seconded. All in ing you so that there is no repeat! hope to open it by Summer’s end; TUESDAY, July 8, 2014 6:30 PM favor. Q: Is the equipment up to date? police are working on identifying FIRE SAFETY The Homepage encourages all residents of Greenfield, Meeting adjourned at 7:58 PM. A: Found that there is new sin- Fire Fighters Local Union Hall, 120 Flowers Avenue Greater Hazelwood, Hays, New Homestead, and Lincoln graffiti tags; Lex - 5/17 yard debris gle stream equipment. pickup, paper bags. Respectfully submitted, Hosted by the Pittsburgh Fire Fighters I.A.F.F Local No. 1 Place along with those who have an interest in those communities to express their opinions on local, egional, state, Q: Will there better treatment Q: Will there be asphalting be- Rev. Leslie Y. Boone Note change of location! and national issues. of employees? low tracks? HI Board Secretary Please join us for this informative session The Homepage reserves the right to decide what content is appropriate for publication and may edit submissions for Burgwin School Purchase - Continued from Page 1 length or form. The opinions expressed, whether by paid gin of 8 to 1. Our long quest was spective students from Hazelwood All in the community, at the advertisement or editorial content do not necessarily reflect achieved. for almost four months. They also Hazelwood Initiative, and at Pro- the views of this newspaper, not those of the Hazelwood Propel’s plan calls for the hired their new principal, LaKie- pel are extremely excited, and we Initiative, Inc., the Greenfield Community Association, nor school opening on August 18 with sha George who relocated from the particularly want to thank School the 31st Ward Democratic Club. 200 students in K-4 and growing Bronx, New York. Eric Ewell, Pro- Director Terry Kennedy for her Email your letters to [email protected]. to K-8. Hazelwood Initiative will pel’s Hazelwood liaison, continues hard work in getting the sale au- lease the school to Propel for a to take enrollment applications thorized. This important action five-year term with an option for and can be reached at 412-584- signals the start of reinvestment an additional five years. 8041 or by going to Propel’s web in the education of Hazelwood’s Propel has been enrolling pro- site at www.propelschools.org. children.

A Community Invitation to the Our Mission Statement Hazelwood Initiative The mission of Hazelwood Initiative, as a community- Community Forum Meeting based community development corporation, is to be neighborhood-driven, providing a shared stronger Tuesday, July 8, 2014 • 6:30 PM voice for Greater Hazelwood, by gathering community Fire Fighters Local Union Hall • 120 Flowers Avenue input to build a sense of hope, harmony and promise, and by supporting human, spiritual and community development. FIRE SAFETY Hosted by the Pittsburgh Fire Fighters IAFF Local No. 1 *** NOTE CHANGE OF LOCATION! *** June 13, 2014 Please join us for this informative session June 2014 THE HOMEPAGE Page 3

Local Churches St. Stephen Parish 5115 Second Avenue Rev. Vincent Stegman 412-421-9210 Church of the Good Shepherd Episcopal 2nd & Johnston Avenues Rev. Huett Fleming 412-421-8497 Keystone Church of Hazelwood Greenfield Hazelwood YMCA St. Stephen Parish 161 Hazelwood Avenue Presbyterian Church Programs: Parish Office Hours Rev. Tim Smith 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM PM 3929 Coleman St. After School Care - with extended 412-521-3468 Monday thru Thursday 412-521-4226 hours. For more information, please contact Closed Friday First Hungarian Reformed Kirsten Raglin at (412) 773-7314. Sunday Service - 11AM Phone: (412) 421-9210 Church of Pittsburgh SilverSneakers Program - A low [email protected] 221 Johnston Avenue intensity exercise program designed for Religious Education Office http://bit.ly/GreenfieldPresby Rev. Ilona Komjathy senior citizens. The program is year round Sunday ONLY http://bit.ly/CCH-Greenfield 412-421-0279 Wednesdays at 11:00 AM and Fridays at Phone: (412) 421-4748 10:00 AM. The instructor is Kristin Ward. St. Paul’s Lutheran Church **** Weekday Masses For more information, call Kirsten Raglin 5319 Second Avenue 7:30 AM - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Oasis Ministries at (412) 773-7314. Rev. Brian Evans and Friday Activities and Worship Schedule Congregate Feeding - Everyday, 12- 412-521-0844 Noon - Wednesday Tuesday - Prayer: 7:00 to 8:00 PM 12:30 PM.except holidays and weekends. 8:00 AM & 4:00 PM – Saturday Hazlewood Christian Church Wednesday - Fine Arts: 7:00 to 9:00 PM Food Bank - The Food Pantry is a need- 118 Glen Caladh Street Thursday - Bible Study: 7:00 to 8:00 PM based program for low-income families. The Sunday Masses Rev. Scott Stine All above held at third Thursday of every month from 10:00 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM AM - 12:00 PM. Located at the Hazelwood 412-421-9908 Oasis Ministries, 4944 2nd Avenue Confession YMCA, 4713 Chatsworth Ave. Please bring 3:45 PM Saturday (before 4 PM Mass) Morningstar Baptist Church Sunday Morning Worship proof of income, address and ID. 5524 Second Avenue 11:00 AM at the Hazelwood YMCA, Building BridgesCampaign - Scholar- **** Rev. Malachi Smith 4713 Chatsworth Street ships available We accept all government Hazelwood 412-421-6269 Call 412-422-2588 for more information subsidies. For information, contact the St. John The Evangelist Baptist Pastors Ray & Kim Lankford YMCA at 412.773-7314. Christian Church 4537 Chatsworth Avenue **** **** Committed to God’s Word in Christ, Rev. Alvin Coon St. John the Evangelist and God’s Word in Scripture 412-521-0994 Mary S. Brown–Ames Baptist Church 118 Glen Caladh Street Greater Pittsburgh Fountain United Methodist 412-421-9908 of Life Church 4537 Chatsworth Avenue Rev. Scott Stine, Pastor Hazelwood 247 Johnston Avenue 3424 Beechwood Blvd. Service Schedule Annual Women’s and Men’s Day Bishop Gerald Loyd Pittsburgh, PA 15217 Sunday School - 9:00 AM Sunday May 25, 2014 412-422-8794 Worship - 10:00 AM Jeffrey Lukacs, Pastor Women’s Service 11:00 AM-1:00 PM Wednesday Night Bible Study Oasis Ministries, Inc. “The church with the bright red fence” Men’s service at 3:30p the same day 4944 Second Avenue 7:00 PM Sunday Service 10:30 AM Elder Ray Lankford **** Visit our Website: 412-422-2588 Bible Study every Tuesday: 7:30pm “Just For Today” www.hccpittsburgh.com St. John Chrysostom Byzantine Parsonage Home behind church building Nar-Anon Meeting (Saline Street entrance) Rite Church For family and friends whose loved ones 506 Saline Street suffer from Drug Addiction. Wednesdays 412-421-0243 at 7:00 PM, First Hungarian Reformed Church, Calvin Hall. Contact Cindy 412- St. Rosalia’s Catholic Church 421-7076. 411 Greenfield Avenue

Rev. Joseph Reschick **** 412-421-5766 Because He Loves Me Squirrel Hill Christian Church Kingdom Adult/Youth 290 Bigelow Street Community Bible Study 412-521-2447 June 27, 2014 • 6:30 PM Holy Angels Parish “Come Out, Come Out, 408 Baldwin Road 1120 Greenfield Avenue From Wherever You Are” The Church Rev. Robert J. Ahlin Pittsburgh, PA 15217 412-461-6906 Prophetess Dora Powell (412) 421-7101 Office 4708 Sylvan Avenue of the Good Hays United Methodist Church Pastor Mark K. Richardson Hazelwood Pa 15207 1174 Mifflin Road E-mail: [email protected] 412-586-7165 Shepherd Rev. Don Blinn, Jr. Web: www.nlcogpgh.com 412-951-2069 WHERE JESUS IS LORD! Second & Johnston Avenues Praise Temple Church WEEKLY SCHEDULE GOD BLESS YOU EPICS Classes...... Sunday, 9:00 AM-10:00 AM 5400 Glenwood Avenue Sunday Service ...... Sunday, 10:30 AM Principal Service Dennis & Katherine Currie, Noonday Let Us Know Sundays 10:00 AM Pastors Prayer Meeting ...... Wednesday, 12:00-1:00 PM 412-422-2777 Celebrate Recovery...... Friday, 7:00 PM What’s Up! Children’s Sunday School Mary S. Brown – Ames Contact us with information about For New Believers and those 10:00 AM United Methodist Church who want a tune-up: your community group, church, 3424 Beechwood Blvd. friends and neighbors, birth an- Healing Service-Monthly Pittsburgh, PA 15217 nouncements, graduations, and Bible Study-Weekly 412.-421-4331 other neighborhood news. The Homepage Greenfield Presbyterian Church A church of the 5344 Second Ave. 3939 Coleman Street Pittsburgh, PA 15207 Anglican Communion 412-521-4226 [email protected] Page 4 THE HOMEPAGE June 2014

were assigned to Orinoco Street. The group and your community a favor. Pick it up and Redd Up, Clean Up, Go! was comprised of myself, a student from throw it in the nearest trash can. And to those the Hazelwood Food Documentary, Rionna who think delicately placing your pop bottles By Jourdan Hicks (nitrogen oxides, ammonia, sulfur dioxide Felder, residents of Orinoco Street, and a upright on the ground makes your littering and ozone) and filter particulates out of the local fireman. I had not a clue of what I was more acceptable. It doesn’t. Truth is its go- This month I get to play reporter. A air by trapping them on their leaves and in for. We spent north of an hour, maybe ing to end up one of three places. They’ll number of weeks back, I decided to take bark. With the hundreds of cars riding Sec- ninety minutes picking up debris. Have be along the side of the streets after being my own advice and participate in a commu- ond Avenue daily, this is a step in the right you ever discarded of an electronic device run over by cars. They’ll land in the sew- nity event. On Saturday April the 26th, two direction in terms of air quality and pollu- outdoors? I haven’t, although I’m sure that ers which will eventually disrupt sewage groups invested in refreshing and revitaliz- tion. I know some of you remember how someone has. I know this because we col- flow. Or finally, they’ll end up on the yard of ing our area did their part and cleaned up terrible the air quality was when the steel lected, batteries, hand-held devices like someone you barley even know. Hazelwood. On Second Avenue, between mill was open. Finally, shade from trees Game Boys, a floor model television, sil- Please remember, its just as bad an of- Dimperios Market and the new library con- slows water evaporation from thirsty lawns. verware, and countless potato chip bags. fense to step over trash in our neighborhood, struction site, Action Housing and residents Most newly planted trees only need fifteen The trash was embedded in all of the soil as it is to commit the initial crime of littering. planted a few trees. gallons of water per week. Trees also add and foliage of Orinoco Street. At a certain I have the great joy of working with some of Here’s some fun facts for you. Planting additional moisture to the air. point, all of the garbage, waste, and muck Hazelwood’s youngest and brightest stars. It trees are a great way to clean the air, save At the Hazelwood Initiative, a few of us really started to grind my gears. Who was is a fact, if I ask one of my elementary stu- water, and provide oxygen. Studies have prepared to be assigned streets for Clean to blame for this careless behavior? Of dents to pick up garbage, the next words I’ll shown that in one year an acre of mature Up Hazelwood Day. This was all happen- course I could round off a few names of hear out of their precious mouths are “it’s not trees can provide enough oxygen for 18 ing with the necessary clean up day gear, people I know are avid litterbugs. [creates mine”, or “I didn’t do it”. As a community people. How many trees do you think are in along with donuts, coffee, water, and pas- mental list] I’m sure you can too. lets show them how to be responsible and Hazelwood? 200? 500? 1000 trees? Trees tries. Looking back, this was definitely the The next time you see trash of any kind how to take pride in where they live. also can absorb odors and pollutant gases only way to kick things off. My team and I lying about the streets, please do yourself The children are watching us... The Green Way: Produce By Jim McCue to grow wild edibles such as purslane and lambs quarters free to try - part of my effort A better world than the one that pres- to get more people to recognize how we can ently exists is possible; in some ways a bet- all grow at least a little of our own healthy ter one has already existed. As a kid living food. Drop off any plant pots at Everyone’s in Greenfield I remember the produce man Garden at the corner of W. Elizabeth and Ly- coming around in a truck hollering “Fruits tle Streets to donate to the effort. Our many- and Vegetables!” or “Vegetable man!” or years goal of establishing a farmers market something like that. You could buy grocer- in Hazelwood is taking another step forward. ies fresh picked from farms nearby. Local Abriola’s Auto Parts ...... 412-421-8100 A much better world is possible by play- farms were the only farms you could buy ing one’s part in the community of life. A re- Allegheny Fence...... 412-421-6005 from. Our present system, in which mas- defining of what it means to be productive sive amounts of fossil fuels are burned to is taking place. Right now we only have an Automotive Medic...... 412-422-2886 carry food grown in all parts of the world to ice cream truck that spreads the sweet but be sold in all parts of the world, is based on Brad Rosen Landscaping...... 412-521-4330 short rush of a sugar high to our residents. very poor short-term business strategy. The We can and will do better. Sweet is not the Carpets & Things...... 412-401-8049 disruption of the climate is only one part of only good taste. In fact, the different kinds Earth’s ecosystem which is being harmed Central Auto Body...... 412-421-5640 of sugars in all fruits and many vegetables, by our addiction to Big Ag and Big Energy naturally grown, can re-ignite a complexity Colwell Automotive...... 412-422-0632 rather than small local food production and of food tastes we have forgotten. Sugars are distributed power. The pollutants from all made by nature, but our refining and con- Corcoran Floors...... 412-422-5817 transportation combustion processes must centrating them - throwing out the enzymes, be curtailed, drastically and quickly. D’Andrea’s Italian Deli...... 412-421-0990 minerals, and vitamins from the sugar cane, Productive intellectual work in this time sugar beet, and corn plants - is causing much Elizabeth Pharmacy...... 412-421-0114 of great change includes considering the of the poor health we are suffering from. possible advantages of making changes that Elmer Herman Funeral Home...... 412-521-2768 A new understanding of the need to nour- actually go back in time to the way some ish the community of life at the level of the First Niagara Bank...... 412-422-7420 things were done in “the good old days” soil is also yielding a much-needed para- (not that those days were necessarily all digm shift in our transitioning to a more sus- Forward Lithography...... 412-521-0580 that great as a whole). tainable world. A garden will not produce a The Hazelwood Initiative committee Freds Automatic Transmission...... 412-521-8810 healthy crop of plants for beauty, food, and called Small Food Vendors in Hazelwood medicine if the ground is not replenished Graphics 22 Signs, Inc...... 412-422-1125 has the goal of increasing affordable access with organic matter. So we need to set up to healthier food for residents while provid- Halbleib’s Auto Body...... 412-422-4665 neighborhood recycling of organic wastes to ing income, training and experience in the the soil. The Earth cannot produce if we do Hazelwood Family Health Center...... 412-422-9420 food industry. Several committee members not feed it. are working on plans to start their own ...... 412-521-1900 Italian Village Pizza small businesses selling fresh unprocessed Jim McCue (St. Jim the Composter) Jimmy Cohen Plumbing, and/or prepared foods such as soup and Composter and biotech researcher sandwiches off of trucks, along with deliv- 412-421-6496 Heating & Mechanical...... 412-421-2208 ering food. Follow Jim online at: John D. O’Connor & Son Beginning this summer, fresh locally- grown produce, locally grown herbs (both • http://facebook.com/alllifelover funeral Home...... 412-521-8116 whole plants in pots and cuttings) and vari- • http://hazelwoodhomepage.org 2/5/2009 Josowitz Roofing...... 412-461-5698 ous home-cooked specialties and baked • http://bioeverything.blogspot.com/ delicacies will be available via outdoor 2014/01/the-greening-of-hazelwood.html Jozsa Corner stands on Second Avenue. Loss of funding • http://bioeverything.blogspot.com/ all over the Pittsburgh area for the farm- Hungarian Restuarant...... 412-422-1886 2014/05/produce.html stand program is being ameliorated by new Kruszka’s Auto...... 412-521-8911 creative efforts via the YMCA’s garden • http://www.pghcitypaper.com/pittsburgh/ program and others to take up the slack. power-plants/Content?oid=1341462 Lytle Cafe...... 412-421-4881 Local individuals and groups able to grow • http://hazelwoodharvestinc.blogspot.com Mo’Naes Hair Studio...... 412-421-6662 and/or prepare healthy foods for local sale • http://hazelwoodurbangardens.blogspot. will be welcomed. I will be offering cut com Rite Aid...... 412-421-6948 herbs, potted herb plants, and unusual easy Sal’s Deli...... 412-521-3398 S&R Mart...... 412-521-3278 Hazelwood Initiative, Inc.’s Super Suds Laundry United Way Contributors Choice Number is We Care Chiropractic...... 412-521-8890 1321468 June 2014 THE HOMEPAGE Page 5 GHDI And HUG News dens are also available on an invitational By Alex J. Bodnar basis. Both gardens have sets of standing The spring brought the Annual Saturday perennials established, and in the next few Sidewalk Sales sponsored by the GHDI at weeks and months will be planting seeds the AJB Professional Arts Building, at the and seedlings, turning soil, maintenance and corner of 4800–4804 2nd Avenue and 108 possibly choosing other spots to cultivate. Hazelwood Avenue. Last year, the HI food Some of the the benefits of gardening group participated in this, along with the are outdoor exercise, sharing community 1st Hungarian Reformed Church of North responsibility, and sharing the harvest and America, Sonya McCarthy, Helena Halla, beautifying our open lots. 412-421-2000 Bonnie Beggs, AJ Bodnar, Alexis Jessica Jim McCue is the steward of the Lytle TDD: 1.800.456.5984 Bodnar, Bertalan Olah and Julia. The HI and Elizabeth Streets garden. I am the stew- Fax: 412.421.8158 group, led by Dianne Shank, varied in atten- ard of the Flowers Avenue gardens, and dance, but came by to give it a try. Looking Dylan Rook, John Burns, Derek, Erich, forward to their plans. Vanessa, La Nea, Atilla and others are oc- We’re open the first Saturday of every casional volunteers. 1 person...... $23,000 month, from May to November. The sales So far, Saturday mornings are ideal. Call 2 person...... $26,250 run from 10 AM to 5 PM, and setups can 412-422-1886, or stop by 4800 2nd Avenue start earlier – call to reserve an eight-foot to see me personally fo details! table and 2 chairs. Almost anything can be Also at the Jozsa Corner Restaurant, sold or bartered. Talk to me or leave a mes- every second Friday at 7 PM, we conduct sage at 412-422-1886. by reservation, the Hungarian–Central Eu- Our intention is to promote enterprise ropean artistic and cultural society casual with low-budget business starters, by pro- dinners, with sing-alongs, lectures, histori- moting from within, to help the commu- cal, economic and political discussions, and nity establish more cohesive, family-style occasionally instrumentalists playing. involvement, as well as possible cottage My next report will include photos from industries, particularly the arts and crafts, last year and some springtime shots from antiques, foods and gardening, and other this year. creative endeavors. Thank you, and I look forward to hearing The two main locations of the HUG gar- from you.

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As Propel prepares to open our 10th school in 10 years, we’d like YOUR STUDENT to become a part of the inspiration, excitement and academic achievement that we offer.

PROPEL HAZELWOOD HAS OPENINGS AVAILABLE FOR THE 2014-15 SCHOOL YEAR IN GRADES K - 4. Applications are available NOW! If you’re already a part of the Propel family and know of another family who is looking for a tuition-free, high-performing school of choice, please let them know about us!

For additional information, please call Propel Schools at 412-325-7305 or visit us anytime on the web at www.propelschools.org Page 6 THE HOMEPAGE June 2014

Readshaw Bill Would Create Animal Abuser Registry

HARRISBURG, May 12 – State is a horrific crime which often re- Rep. Harry Readshaw, D-Allegh- sults in severe injury or death,” eny, urges the House Judiciary Readshaw said. “The stories of the Committee to consider his House animal torture that I have heard Bill 265, which would create an of are heartbreaking. There are no animal abuser registry. words to describe what these ani- “Buster’s Bill,” named for the mals have been forced to endure. In rescued dog Readshaw’s family addition, studies have shown that a adopted more than 12 years ago, person that abuses an animal often would require animal abusers to repeats the action numerous times register with the county sheriff. In- which then may later escalate to formation regarding animal abus- more severe crimes.” ers would be available to local resi- Readshaw recognized the hard dences, schools, humane societies work provided by numerous vol- and animal shelters. unteers associated with animal The Pennsylvania State Police rescues and animal shelters. “This would also be required to maintain legislation can be an important tool a central registry that would be for those offering a pet for adoption made public through the Internet, to evaluate if the person adopting telephone, written access or in per- the pet will make a good owner and son. reduce the possibility of numerous Rep. Readshaw with Austin, who was rescued and placed in a shelter after he was abused. “The abuse of helpless animals animals suffering from abuse.” Inset: Austin in the shelter after his rescue. Pennsylvania American Water Launches $12.5 Million Water Line Upgrade In Pittsburgh Area

Pennsylvania American Water Bethel Park City of Pittsburgh Upper St. Clair ers might experience temporary announced today the start of con- • Anna and Overhill Streets • Arnold Street (28th Ward) • Catalina Drive service interruptions, discolored struction to replace more than 11 • Barone Drive • Clairtonica Street (28th Ward) • Cremona and Amesbury Drives water and/or lower than normal miles of aging water main in the • Elderwood Drive • Fredanna and Placid Streets • Helena and Holiday Streets water pressure. Crews will work as Pittsburgh area to improve service • Glenrock Drive • Ledgedale (28th Ward) • Martin Street, Texas Avenue quickly as possible to shorten the reliability and improve fire protec- • Irigquois Road • Obey Avenue (28th Ward) and Thomas Street length of these temporary incon- tion for residents. The combined • Kennebec Road • Nollhill Street (31st Ward) • Mitchell Drive veniences. For more information, costs of these system improve- • Kings Mill Road • Royanna and Kiefer Drives contact Pennsylvania American ments are approximately $12.5 • Linwood Drive Green Tree Borough • Sun Ridge Drive Water’s customer service center at million. • Milford Drive and Wyncotte • Noblestown Road • Tilton Drive 1-800-565-7292. “Pennsylvania American Wa- Drive Pennsylvania American Water, ter will be replacing mains that • N Street Ingram West Mifflin a subsidiary of American Water, is reached the end of their useful • Joel Street • Seneca Court the largest water utility in the state, lifespan, which means in some Brentwood • Third Avenue providing high-quality and reliable cases that they were installed more • Beisner Avenue, Koegler Street Mount Lebanon • Water and Wood Streets water and/or wastewater services than 80 years ago,” said BJ McFad- and Lawnview Avenue • Dell Avenue and Meadowcroft to approximately 2.1 million peo- din, Pennsylvania American Water • Greenlee Road and Laveton Avenue Whitehall ple. Founded in 1886, American manager of field operations for Avenue • McNeilly Road • Havenwood Drive Water, with headquarters in Voor- Pittsburgh. “We also are replacing • Olancha Street • Leona Drive hees, N.J., employs approximately pipe that has a history of service • Pentland and Greyson Avenues Munhall 6,600 dedicated professionals who disruptions to ensure reliable water • Reagan Avenue • Grace Street Weather permitting; the compa- provide drinking water, wastewater service for our customers.” • Hickory Way ny expects to complete pipe instal- and other related services to an es- Construction is scheduled to be- Bridgeville lation, service connection tie-ins timated 14 million people in more gin, weather permitting, later this • Edna Street Rosslyn Farms and final paving restoration by the than 40 states and parts of Canada. month in the following communi- • Ella Street • Edgecliff Road end of 2014. More information can be found at ties: • Ridge Road • Kennebec Road During construction, custom- www.amwater.com.

Baldwin Borough Carnegie • Brownsville Road • Darlington Road Your Local Elected Officials • Curry Road • Dow and Dawson Avenues and Congressman Mike Doyle • McNiely Road Dean Street 14th Congressional District...... (412) 261-5091 • Siesta Drive Castle Shannon State Senator Wayne Fontana 42nd District...... (412) 344-2551 Baldwin Township • Rosalia and Saxonwald Av- • Hillsdale Street and Middle enues State Representative Dan Frankel Road 23rd District...... (412) 422-1774 State Representative Jake Wheatley COUNCILMAN 19th District...... (412) 471-7760 Corey O’Connor State Representative Harry Readshaw Invites you to share your 36th District...... (412) 881-4208 concerns about your Senator Jay Costa, Jr. County Executive Rich Fitzgerald neighborhood. (412) 350-6500 Offices to serve you in the 43rd District: Call 412-255-8965. Mayor Bill Peduto Your comments are Forest Hills: 1501 Ardmore Blvd. (412/241-6690) City of Pittsburgh...... (412) 255-2626 always welcome. Carrick: 2306 Brownsville Rd. (412/884-8308) City Councilman Corey O’Connor Homestead: 314 E. 8th Ave. (412/462-4204) (412) 255-8965 Visit the website: Barbara Daly Danko http://www.pittsburghpa.gov/ County Council, District 11...... (412) 350-6575 district5/ June 2014 THE HOMEPAGE Page 7 For Our Dad, Thomas (Tom) Smith

place with the Lord, a stroke hit him with full force. He passed away five days later at Mercy Hospital, where he got the best care possible. My brothers, sisters and I loved him with all our hearts as did his only living sister, Louise Seaman and his brother, Tom Smith. We mourn him daily, but we know he is in a greater place and for that, we are grateful. • Q. What is the 311 Response Line ? Rest in peace, Dad. We will love you for- ever. A. 311 is the City’s phone number for government information and non-emergency services. Residents can call regarding You Are The Keeper Of The Stars any number of issues such as street potholes, abandoned A limb has fallen from the family tree properties, clogged public sewers, housing code violations, I hear a voice that whispers, deteriorated city steps, playground conditions, etc. ‘Grieve not for me’ Remember the best times, the laughter, • Q. Why 311? By Sandy Roberts the songs A. 311 allows you to call one easy-to-remember number in The good I lived while I was strong He was a strong, determined man, not government services. only the father of 4 girls, but also adopting Continue my heritage, I’m counting on you seven other children. He was a kind soul, but Keep on smiling, the sun will shine through. he could also be a stern soul. His death came My mind is at ease, my soul is at rest • Q. How does Pittsburgh’s 311 work? as a shock to all of us. Remembering all…how I was truly blessed A. 311 service representatives use a state-of-the-art data But I guess the Lord decided he needed Continue traditions, no matter how small base of information and services about City government. him more then we did, so he called him home. He survived a heart attack in 2009, Go on with your lives, don’t stare 311 works closely with other City agencies to maintain the colon cancer in 2014, and we thought he at the wall most current information possible. could survive anything. But we were wrong. I miss you all dearly so keep up your chin On April 3rd, as he was saying goodbye Until that fine day we’re together again. • Q. When is 311 available? to his niece, who was going to her resting Live, Love. A. All 311 calls are answered by a live operator from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Father Basil Byrne, Former • Q. How do I reach Pittsburgh’s 311? Hazelwood Resident, Dies At Age 93 A. In the City of Pittsburgh, dial 3-1-1. Father Basil Byrne died peacefully on Trappistine Nuns at Mount St Mary’s Abbey Outside of Pittsburgh, call (412) 255-2621. Friday, May 2, 2014 at St Joseph’s Abbey in Wrentham, Mass. Or use the on-line 311 Form. Spencer, Massachusetts. He was born Leo He attended Providence College to pre- Henry Byrne in 1921 in Washington, PA. pare for his priestly ordination. He was or- His family moved to Everson, Pa and later dained in 1976 as Father Basil. He worked moved to Hazelwood. The family lived for as an accountant at St Joseph’s Abbey Indus- a while on Kilbourne Street and later resid- tries that made Trappist Preserves and for ed on Tipton Street. Leo always wanted to The Holy Rood Guild. Over the next twenty join the monastery but delayed his entering years he labored diligently as the abbey’s due to World War II. His brother, Joe, was chief librarian. serving in the army overseas and his mother Father Basil was 66 years in monastic asked him to remain at home after the death vows and 38 years as a priest. He suffered of his father. from severe hearing impairment most of his Leo attended St Stephen Parish School life but in quiet faithfulness he devoted him- and graduated from Central Catholic High self to long hours of prayer and work. Father If you have ever dreamed of seeing your writing published or if you School. He entered St Michael’s Seminar in Basil kept in contact with family and friends simply have something you want others to read, give us a call or Conesus New York run by the Society of the through his own designed cards and inspira- email us at: Divine Word. He returned home at his moth- tional messages. [email protected] er’s request and became an engineer and in- He was preceded in death by his parents Who knows, this may be the first step to a serious career in journalism, formation writer at Westinghouse Electric Joseph and Mary (Gillespie) and his sib- and it’s a great opportunity to have your work published! Please call and Manufacturing Company. lings, Dorothy (Steve) Kovacs, Joseph (Mar- 412-421-7234 for submission guidelines. In 1946, he entered the Trappist Abbey garet), Lorraine (Edward) Nagorski, Jeanne, of Our Lady of the Valley in Valley Falls, and Virginia. He will be missed by his nieces If you don’t consider yourself a writer, but still have a story you’d like Rhode Island from St Stephen’s Parish as a and nephews, Dorothy (Ermand) Buccina, to share, write the information as best as you can, and send it it. Our the lay brother taking the name Brother Ba- Lorraine (Richard) Conley, Kristina (Carl) editors will help you shape it into a cohesive story. sil. After a fire destroyed that monastery, DiPietro, Leo (Ginny) Nagorski and James he moved to St Joseph’s Abbey in Spen- (Mary) Nagorski. cer, Mass. were he pronounced his solemn He will be gratefully remembered by his vows in 1951. Five years later he was sent Pittsburgh family and his monastic broth- to help construct a new monastic foundation ers. A funeral mass was celebrated on May 9 in Snowmass, Colorado. He returned to the with burial in the abbey cemetery. A remem- abbey where he worked on the dairy farm brance mass will be celebrated at St Stephen and the machine shop. He also assisted the Parish Church at a date to be announced. ELMER L. HERMAN Hazelwood FUNERAL HOME 5204 Second Avenue, Hazelwood Family Health Center John N. Bauer, Funeral Director 4918 Second Avenue (412) 521-2768 • (412) 475-4381 Pittsburgh, PA 15207 412-422-9520 We Honor Sauvageot Funeral Home and other funeral homes’ Pre-Arrangements A health center operated by Primary Care Health Services, Inc. providing primary and preventative services to medically under- “Dignified Funerals and Cremations with Care” served individuals regardless of ability to pay. Page 8 THE HOMEPAGE June 2014

Serving Hays, Lincoln Place & New Homestead Neighborhoods

Councilman O’Connor Hosts Site Visit At Apdale Field Four New Board Members Elected, On May 6, 2014, Councilman Corey O’Connor and residents Salaj Steps Down from Apdale Street, Interboro Avenue Extension, and Rodgers The 31st Ward Community Ac- Street toured the Apdale Field site tion Group would like to welcome where there is a proposed plan to its four new members. Elected develop two new soccer fields with to the Board by unanimous vote bleachers, a concession stand, and were Mark Schneider, Gene Bokor, an asphalt parking lot. (See a pic- Brandon Trombetta and Suzanne ture of the plan at the right.) This Schaming. tour followed an October commu- We would like to say good-bye nity meeting held by Councilman to our long time Board member O’Connor where residents learned Mr. Edward Salaj. Ed resigned about the proposed development from the Board after 10 years of and expressed some trepidation service. Ed has been active in the about increased traffic, speeding neighborhood for the last thirty or vehicles, and increased noise re- so years with various groups. His lated to the new fields. knowledge and experience will be Mayor Chris Kelly of West Mif- greatly missed. We did manage to flin Borough, Teri Cataldo-Fazio convince Ed to continue his contri- from Senator Jay Costa Jr.’s Office, butions to the Homepage with his and representatives from Lafarge, History Through Newspapers ar- Department of Environmental Pro- ticles. Thank you Ed for hard work tection, and from the City’s Depart- and dedication to the 31st Ward. ment of Public Works were present to answer questions and hear com- Flag Donations munity concerns. One of the big- ty currently owned by the Borough site visit as a step in the right di- “My office will continue to work The 31st Ward Community Ac- gest questions remained about how of West Mifflin (and leased by La- rection. “It opened up the dialogue with this group to investigate the tion Group would like to thank ev- the field users will access the field farge), the only current access to between the residents who will be feasibility of creating an alternative eryone who donated money to our and whether an altnerative access this site is through residential roads most impacted and the various mu- access road.” He anticipates have flag fund. We are still accepting road can be created. While the pro- in the City of Pittsburgh. nicipal authorities who can imple- additional conversations with the donations, and your help would be posed development sits on proper- Councilman O’Connor sees this ment solutions,” said O’Connor. community in the near future. appreciated. Thank you! June 2014 THE HOMEPAGE Page 9

Lincoln Place Presbyterian Church Services begin each Sunday at 10:30 AM with Rev. Debrah Messham. Sunday School for all ages precedes services with a 9:15 AM start. By Edward Salaj WEEKLY EVENTS INCLUDE: • Busy Fingers on Mondays from 10:00 AM to Noon, where crafts and other items are 31st Ward worked on. • Senior Lunch is served Tuesdays from 12:00-1:00 PM followed by games, Wii, and Churches fellowship until 2:00 PM. Holdup Witnessed By Conductor Holy Angels Catholic Church • Choir Practice is from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM Auto Party Robbed On B. & O. Crossing Above Hays Borough 408 Baldwin Road on Thursdays. Pittsburgh, PA 15207 All are welcome. For more information call Tuesday, February 25, 1919 - Flashes from a revolver in the dark, followed by three 412-461-6906 412-461-3377. reports, attracted the attention of Conductor A. O. Hickey of Baltimore & Ohio freight www.holyangelshays.org No. 86 As the train was passing Snees Crossing near Bruceton, late last night. As the Rev. Robert Ahlin, Pastor Election Day Spaghetti Dinner train approached the scene of the firing, he witnessed a holdup of a party of autoists by Tuesday, May 20th, 4:00 PM - 7:00PM highwaymen, who, it is thought, fired upon the people in the auto when they attempted Church of the Nazarene - $8.00 Adults, $5.00 Children under 10. to resist the thieves. Lincoln Eat in or take out available. Bake sale items Stopping the train at Bruceton, Conductor Hickey notified Train Dispatcher Henry 5604 Interboro Avenue and crafts will also be sold. Handicap acces- J. Donnelly at the Baltimore & Ohio station of the happening. Donnely reported the Pittsburgh, PA 15207 sible and free parking in lot. fact to the county detective bureau, and detectives were hurried to the scene of the 412-462-2524 **** reported holdup. After an investigation the detectives said they were unable to get any additional information or to find the persons who had been held up. Hays United Methodist Holy Angels Parish Church Regular Weekly Mass Schedule: 1174 Mifflin Road Monday – Friday: 7:00 AM, 9:00 AM Lincolin Place Man In Wreck Pittsburgh, PA 15207 Saturday: 8:00 AM, 4:30 PM & 6:00 PM Had his Right Arm and Right Leg Broken 412-462-3819 Sunday: 6:30 AM, 8:00 AM, 9:15 AM When Passenger Train Was Sideswiped Saturday 10:30 AM, 12:00 noon, 5:30 PM Lincoln Place Presbyterian Monday, February 24, 1919 - Among those killed in the disastrous wreck on the Holy Day (Weekday) Mass Schedule: Church Baltimore & Ohio railroad north of Greenfield avenue, Pittsburg when a light engine 1202 Muldowney Avenue Vigil Mass 4:30 PM, 6:00 PM sideswiped the baggage car and the first passenger coach of the Versailles local train Pittsburgh, PA 15207 Holy Day: 6:30 AM, 9:00 AM, Saturday night was Mrs. Leah Allen Joyce, aged 20 years, of Locust street, McKees- Rev. Deborah Messham 12:00 Noon, 7:00 PM port, a niece of Mrs. George W. Plummer of 134 East Eighth avenue. Among the in- 412-461-3377 Holy Angels Parish is a Roman Catholic jured is John W. Johnston, of Lincoln Place, fireman of the light engine who sustained church that began in 1903 in the town of lacerations of the head, a broken right arm and right leg. He is in the Mercy hospital. He Mt. Rise Baptist Church Hays, PA and is a family community among emphatically states that the signals were “clear” and adds that neither sight nor sound 80 Ingot Street the many parishes that make up the Church warned the engineer, Joseph Donahue, of the approach of the passenger train. The ter- Pittsburgh, PA 15120 of Pittsburgh. Our purpose is to assist each rific impact which ripped open the tank of his engine threw Johnston from his cab and (New Homestead) member in spiritual growth, to enable all he lay on the tracks until picked up by a rescue party. Pastor Stephen Doniel members to support the parish family and to reach out to the larger community of the A Charmed Life Church and the World. According to the statement of Johnston’s brothers and his other friends the fireman bears a charmed life. Since he became a railroad fireman in 1906 he has been in ten Support Your Local Public wrecks. That Saturday was the worst he has ever experienced. Safety Divisions Medic Station 12 & Engine Co. 20 514 Baldwin Road Pittsburgh, PA 15207 John D. O’Connor & Son Need to talk to someone who has walked Funeral Home, Inc. in your shoes? Join us - you’ll be glad you did! Traditional Funeral and

Kay’s Vision is a cancer support organization that provides service to cancer Cremation Services survivors and recently diagnosed patients, along with family and friends who are assisting them through a life changing experience, regardless of age, gender, race, religion and sexual orientation, cancer does not discriminate. We provide DAVID O’CONNOR activities that nourish the mind, body and spirit. These activities include eating Funeral Director healthy, light aerobics and sharing our feelings about coping with the treatments and the diagnosis, inspirational materials. I am a cancer survivor and I did not realize how important it is to be able to talk with others who have walked in my PATRICK VEREB shoes until Kay’s Vision. Supervisor, Funeral Director Support Groups are held: at: The Car Barn, 5344 Second Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15207 The 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month Sessions will begin Jan 8th, 2014. Time 6:30 to 8:30 5106 and 5108 Second Avenue All are welcome Pittsburgh, PA 15207-1725 Contact person: Cancer Survivor Deloris Livsey, Chair of Kay’s Vision Association Cancer Support Group 412-521-6397 412.521.8116 Please call so that I know how many people will be attending so that we can prepare enough materials for the group. We look forward to hearing from you. Page 10 THE HOMEPAGE June 2014

An Urban Hike Through Greenfield These Are the People in your Neighborhood hood development, all key ele- Jean & Ken Homer By Patrick Hassett ments of a successful urban neigh- President, Greenfield When asked to recall a favorite borhood. By Gina Gofrey Community Association memory of growing up in Green- It was a beautiful day for the Jean and Ken Homer have been field, Jean doesn’t think of spe- To kick off the 2014 season, hike in Greenfield. About 20 “ur- part of the Greenfield community cific event. She shares the memory Urban Hike conducted a hike last ban hikers” met Saturday morning, for over 60 years. They first met of summers on Montclair Street, month through Greenfield in con- May 3rd, in the Run to undertake when Ken and his family moved to “where everyone was related to ev- junction with an international the 5 miles long hike through the Greenfield, across Montclair Street eryone else.” Her family, and prac- event called Jane’s Walk. Urban neighborhood’s hills and steps. from Jean’s grandmother, when he tically every other family, would Hike (http://urbanhike.com) is an The hike lasted about four hours was about 14 years old. His father sit on the porch in the summer time ad hoc group that organizes Satur- and included stops at Saint Johns, relocated the family from the Al- and visit with neighbors. One un- day morning hikes through various Greenfield Avenue at Lydia, the lentown neighborhood in order to cle would play his guitar, an aunt Pittsburgh neighborhoods. Jane’s Greenfield Bridge at Pocusset, Ma- take over a service station business would pass around slices of water- Walks (http://www.janejacobswalk. gee Park, and Frank “The Riddler” on the corner of Murray and Lilac. melon. “Sometimes we’d up with org/) are organized walks through Gorshin’s grave site in Calgary That business remains in the family 30 people out there!” various cities designed to recog- Cemetery. Along the way, they to this day. Like many lifelong Greenfield- nize the work and principles of discussed some of Jane’s principles Jean grew up in an Italian fam- ers, Ken and Jean recall that when Jane Jacobs, a community activist of successful urban communities ily of six children. She attended they were kids, “You always knew who promoted walkable communi- and how Greenfield exemplified or kindergarten through third grade you were safe, and you knew you ties, pedestrian friendly and active could exemplify those principles. at Roosevelt School, which stood had to behave well, because ev- streets, neighborhood parks, and The hike concluded with a big in the space where Giant Eagle eryone knew each other, and they high density, mixed use neighbor- lunch at Big Jim’s. is now located. She says she still looked out for each other, and remembers a song she learned at if you misbehaved, you knew it Roosevelt in kindergarten and has would get back to your parents!” taught it to all her children and Ken and Jean recall a number of grandchildren. After Roosevelt, businesses from the Greenfield of she attended St. Philomena’s and days gone by. There were multiple then St. Norberts. She moved back drug stores with fountains where to Greenfield during 7th grade, to you could get a cherry Coke, in- live with her grandmother, after her cluding the Murray Pharmacy, grandfather passed away. Thereaf- which became Sims, at the corner ter, she attended St, Rosalia. of Murray and Lilac, across from Ken was also one of six sib- Homer’s Service Station. Back in lings. After his family moved to the day, you could also go to an- Greenfield, he attended Allerdice other such drug store which stood High School, then studied auto where Hough’s is now, and seeing mechanics at Allegheny Vocational a movie up Greenfield Avenue at High School. Ken worked at his a theater where the First Nation- father’s business and he and Jean al Bank is now. Ken recalls the Last month, hikers launched their assault up Coleman Street, starting with a 16.7% grade at married when they were eighteen street cars, which ran up and down the bottom and ending with a 26.2% grade at the summit. Coleman from Alger to Neeb is and seventeen years old. He took Greenfield and Hazelwood Ave- Pittsburgh’s 5th steepest street. The view, however, from atop along Neeb is worth it. over the business in 1963. nues. “There was only one track at As a married couple, they first the curve where the playground is Greenfield Community Association lived in a basement apartment on [at Magee Field]. And if there were Beechwood Boulevard. They lived two cars, one would have to wait Schedule of Meetings and Events in different locations when their while the other one went around June Meetings/Events Event Look-a-Ahead: November children were young, but moved the curve. back to Greenfield in 1969. They • GCA Board Meeting August • Community Awards Dinner “This is really such a great com- have five children: Linda, Pam, Monday, June 9, 7 PM, munity,” says Ken. Jean agrees, • 5th: National Night Out Public December Mary Frances, Kenneth (JR), and Greenfield Presbyterian “People have said we should move Safety Awareness Annual Event, • 5th: Holiday Parade and Com- Kathy. JR raised his children here • GCA Public Space to Florida or someplace warm, but Four Mile Run Park. munity Party and still lives in Greenfield. He Stewardship Committee our whole life is right here.” To learn how you can get more has also taken over the day-to-day Tuesday, June 10, 7 PM, October involved, including volunteering operations of the family business. Do you have an interesting neigh- Bernacki Wellness • Pet Parade and donating, contact Mitch Mar- His sisters live in the Western Penn- bor or relative who would make • Fall Community Clean-up • GCA Public Safety Committee garia (412-953-6990, mitch_lm@ sylvania area. Jean and Ken have a good subject for this feature? • GCA Annual Meeting Wednesday, June 11, 7 PM hotmail.com) eleven grandchildren and recently Please let us know! You can con- Bernacki Wellness welcomed a great-granddaughter tact Gina Godfrey at ginamgod- Call for Grapevine Articles to the family. [email protected]. and Bulletin Items! Have an idea for an article for an upcoming Grapevine? Want to announce something to the neighborhood? We’re always looking for content that will be interesting and informative for our community! Articles Spring Is Finally Here! are typically 750-1000 words in length and should include at least one Spring showers can bring flooding. picture. Bulletin items are typically 150-300 words in length and will appear in this section. Send any content you’d like to include to info@ We can auger your drains to prevent backups. gcapgh.org! Call 412-452-5083 today! CARL CORDERO PLUMBING A Local Contractor & Registered Master Plumber 30 years of experience Health Permit No. 3455 We also do complete bathroom remodeling. June 2014 THE HOMEPAGE Page 11 About MDD - Major Depressive Disorder

By Jeffrey C. Parker, Many are affected by seasonal in the brain during depressive epi- MSW/LSW changes. After the long, cold win- sodes. For this person, an antide- ter when it was dark at 4:30 pm pressant medication with therapy How often do you hear, “I’m de- for months, the trees are bare, the may be the most effective. pressed?” It is a word used loosely grass is brown, it is cold and you Depression can be “situational.” when “bummed out” because the don’t feel like going any where or For example, the loss a loved one; “Stillers” or the “Pens” lost a big doing anything. You have gained the anniversaries of the death of game, or some other upsetting weight and do not feel good about loved ones. Mother’s or Father’s event occurs. The fact is, Major yourself and you’re drained. There day when that parent is deceased. Depressive Disorder (MDD) is a is a form of depression called SAD The holidays can be a sad time for debilitating mental health diag- (Seasonal Affective Disorder) and those who are alienated from their nosis that impacts the individual, can be treated with “light therapy” family. This form of depression can their family, and society. Statistics provided at local clinics like West- be treated with “talk therapy” to show that in America, 3.3% of kids ern Psychiatric Institute and Clinic work through the grieving process from 13-18 years old experience (WPIC). so that you can move on and be- AvoidingAvoiding ScamsScams MDD, and 10% of adults experi- There can be a “genetic predis- come happy again. There are grief ence MDD. The good news is that position” to your depression. This and loss support groups in the local it is treatable and people can learn means that because a family mem- area that are open to the public. hold you responsible when the fake to live with it. The bad news is that ber has suffered from depression, In addition, doing practical By Kate Hickey one is discovered weeks later. at least 60%, and some say as much schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or things like opening the shades and Vice President, Greenfield • Never give out financial in- as 80% go without treatment. some other diagnosis, this can in- letting the light in; keeping your Community Association formation (such as a bank account There are specific symptoms to crease the chances of you suffering home clean, and eating healthy; Scams target people of all back- number, social security number, MDD that include: from a mental health problem. recreational activities or hobbies, grounds, ages and income levels. eBay/PayPal info, etc.) to anyone • Depressed mood Depression can be induced by and changing your perception and/ There is no one group of people on the phone, even if they say your • Diminished interest or plea- drug or alcohol use, particularly or attitude about yourself and the who are more likely to become a payment is “guaranteed to be safe.” sure in nearly all activities. “depressants” like alcohol, narcot- world. victim of a scam. Scams succeed Police, public utility companies • Significant weight loss or ics, or benzodiazepines (valium, If you think you or a loved one because of two things. First, a scam and the IRS do not solicit for pay- weight gain when not dieting zanax, klonopin). When the person might be depressed and need help, looks like the real thing. It appears ments over the phone. (5% of body weight changes in a stops consuming drugs and alcohol talk to your Primary Care Physi- to meet your needs or desires such • Do not rent housing or pur- month). the depression is likely to subside. cian (PCP) for options; Contact as a cheap rental or “free gift.” Sec- chase goods sight-unseen. That • Insomnia or hypersomnia. On the contrary, for those who your Insurance Company for choic- ond, scammers manipulate you by amazing rental or cheap item may • Psycho-motor agitation (pe- have MDD, drug or alcohol use in- es of doctors and therapists; for ‘pushing your buttons’ to produce not exist. ople can recognize that you are creases the severity of the depres- treatment programs. The numbers the automatic response they want. • Do not submit to credit or nervous) or retardation (going in sion and the chances of a person is located on the back of the card. It has nothing to do with you per- background checks until you have “slow-motion” noticeable by oth- harming themselves or someone For those with MedPlus, Gateway, sonally. It has to do with the way met the person face to face. ers). else. or UPMC for You, call Community individuals in society are wired • Do not purchase green dot • Fatigue or loss of energy. Another cause for MDD is a Care Behavioral Health Organiza- emotionally and socially. It’s be- pakcards to pay a “debt” over the • Feelings of worthlessness “Chemical Imbalance.” This means tion (CCBHO) at 1-888- 251-2224, cause the response is automatic phone. If someone you do not know or feeling guilty about things that that the chemicals: seratonin, nor- or call the National Suicide Preven- that people fall for the scam. tells you to purchase these cards, aren’t your fault. epinephrine, or dopamine are low tion Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. The most popular scam is the scratch the back of the cards, and • Poor concentration or indeci- money scam. They typically in- read the security card code to them siveness. volve wiring money under the false over the phone, this is scam! You • Recurrent thoughts of death Greenfield Presbyterian Church pretense of needing money to pay will never get your money back. and/or suicidal thoughts with or Call For Volunteers a utility bill, help a friend, or get a Remember: The Federal law without a specific plan to carry it distant family member out of jail. prohibits debt collectors from us- out. Volunteer workdays to prep and paint two renovated classrooms that To avoid becoming a victim of a ing intimidation, threats and ha- Five or more of the above symp- will be used for the Computer+Lab and Music Program, which will be money scam: rassment, and no one can be jailed toms have to be experienced nearly open to the public starting in the fall. Tasks include washing walls, prim- • Never wire funds via Western over a debt. If you suspect you are ever day over a period of at least ing and painting, installing flooring. Union, Moneygram or other wire being scammed, ask them for their two months. In addition, they cause Saturdays: June 21st and 28th, between 12:30 - 5:00 PM service. Anyone who asks you to name and number so you can call significant distress and impairment Sundays: June 22nd and 29th, between 1:30 - 5:00 PM do so is likely a scammer. them back. Call 911 immediately in social, occupational, or other ar- Please contact [email protected] or call 412-521-4226 so we • Fake cashier checks & money and report the scam and give them eas of functioning such as relation- can get a head count. orders are common and banks will the information you collected. ships and education.

ELITE GREENFIELD BUSINESS PORTAL SPONSORS Hough’s Salon Louie Kids Plus Pediatrics Tom B. Joyce Contracting Murray Avenue Apothecary Kimicata Brothers Landscaping InterWorx Hosting Control Bernacki Family Practice and Wellness Center Page 12 THE HOMEPAGE June 2014 Did You Know? Spring Gardening At Second And Irvine Greenfield Jimmy Smith

By Ron Ieraci Greenfield Jimmy was a major league ball player born in The Run in in 1895. The infielder, a good glove, “gritty” player, played for the Pirates in 1916 and won a World Series in 1919 with the Cin- cinnati Reds. After his career, he was a bar-owner. He once ran the classy Bachelor’s Club and was said to be a bootlegger. (During Prohibition, Smith smuggled boot- legged alcohol from various cities into Greenfield.) Greenfield Jimmy was Billy Conn’s father-in-law (and not by Pirates Infielder 1916, Green- choice) when daughter Mary Lou- field’s Jimmy Smith (1895- ise tied the knot with the boxer. 1974). Born in The Run. Conn’s 1942 bout against Joe Louis had to be rescheduled when 1974 and is buried in Calvary Cem- A dozen volunteers spent a chilly Saturday morning last month weeding, mulching and plant- he broke his hand in a fight with etery. (Photo credit: Chicago Daily ing the Greenfield/Hazelwood flower bed at the intersection of Greenfield Avenue and Irvine Smith at a christening. News/Chicago Historical Society, Street. A BIG thanks to Ed Goyda, long time Greenfield resident, and the Western Pennsylva- Greenfield Jimmy passed on in 1917) nia Conservancy for organizing, supplying and directing the event.

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Greenfield Crime Report Thefts continue to be the most prevalent crime. For the month of April, they included a theft from an unlocked auto and from a resident’s porch, an employee theft, and a phone scam. The arson was a domestic dispute with a threat (and attempt) to torch the residence. The trespass was an afterhours PONS business burglary in the Run. GCA Public Safety Committee Auto Service 155 Greenfield Ave. Pittsburgh PA 15207 (412) 521-6980 Serving Pittsburgh for 30 years We Offer Complete Auto Care State inspection • Emission testing Check engine light repair & Diagnostic service Alignments • Suspension repair • Engine repair Homepage Delivery Notice Tires sales-free installation with purchase If you live in Greenfield and are not receiving issues of the Homepage, Scheduled maintance/fluid flush please contact [email protected]. FREE BODY ESTIMATES State certified damage appraiser 631220PPG Certified lifetime warranty on all paint jobs ASE certified mechanics

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Squirrel Hill Branch his new book The Adventures of Henry Thoreau: A Young Man’s Unlikely Path 4901 Second Ave, to Walden Pond. This dramatic story Pittsburgh, PA 15207 chronicles Thoreau’s life from his time at www.carnegielibrary.org Harvard through the years he spent at 412.422.9650 Walden Pond. With emotion and texture, Hours of Operation: Sims sheds illuminating light on one Sunday from 1 PM-5 PM of the most iconic figures in American history. A book signing will follow the Monday-Thursday from discussion. Copies of The Adventures of 10 AM - 8 PM Henry Thoreau: A Young Man’s Unlikely Friday and Saturday from Path to Walden Pond will be available for 10 AM - 5 PM purchase. In high school and thinking about Buzz Mondays the future...or avoiding it? In college, but not sure about goals or how to land Every Monday (except a 5th Monday) an internship? Or graduated and try- at 6:30 PM: ing to land that first job? Whatever the June 2 - No Program situation, Karen Litzinger of Litzinger Career Consulting can help young people June 9 - DIY Night: Upcycled Crafts: navigate their future. Join us Wednes- Making T- Shirt Bags with Emily Hazelwood Branch space in The Hazelwood Center at day, June 4 at 6:30 pm for “School’s Out, Join local crafter Emily Cantin to learn 5000 Second Ave! Career Planning is In: A Workshop for Par- how to go green and repurpose that old 4901 Second Ave, We plan to reopen during the ents, Teens, College Students and Gradu- t-shirt by turning it into a useful and at- Pittsburgh, PA 15207 week of June 9th. You may return ates” and learn about an effective model tractive bag. Please bring a t-shirt with www.carnegielibrary.org you. Other materials provided. items to our book deposit box or of career decision-making and job search facebook.com/clphazelwood Registration required! Ask a librarian, to any public library in Allegheny strategies that produce success. Come on 412.421.2517 your own or as a family. email us at squirrelhillprograms@carn- County. egielibrary.org or call us at 412-422-9650. Hours of Operation: Please mark your calendar for the Genre Book Club June 16 - Lit Night Monday, Friday and Saturday from Grand Opening Celebration on Satur- 10AM - 5PM Genre Book Club meets the third Marissa McClellan, author of canning day, June 21st from 10:00 AM to 3:00 Wednesday of the month at 6:30 pm. books/blogger Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday PM. On June 18, for Audiobook Appreciation A special start time (6:00 PM) for a spe- from 10AM - 8PM We look forward to seeing you in Month, we’ll be discussing Ocean at the cial program! Marisa McClellan, author of our new space! End of the Lane, written and narrated by Food in Jars: Preserving in Small Batches Dear friends, Sincerely, Neil Gaiman. Year-Round and Preserving by the Pint: The Library is in the process of Staff at Carnegie Library of Quick Seasonal Canning for Small Spaces, moving to our new and expanded Pittsburgh – Hazelwood Zentangle will be here to talk about canning. Marisa Zentangle is a fun, meditative, relaxing will do a demo with sampling of Honey and easy-to-learn way to create beautiful Sweetened Strawberry Jam at the end of images by drawing structured patterns. her talk. She will also be selling her books. The Zentangle method of drawing is easy Registration required! Ask a librarian, to learn, requires no previous art experi- email us at squirrelhillprograms@carn- ence, and is portable and inexpensive. Sue egielibrary.org or call us at 412-422-9650. Schneider, Certified Zentangle Teacher June 23 - Radical Home Economics Keep- (CZT) will teach free introductory classes ing Bees in the City on Thursday, June 12 and Thursday, June Join local beekeeping organization 19 at 6 pm. Open to ages 12 and above Burgh Bees to find out everything you (under 16, please come with an adult). All need to know to do safe and healthy bee- supplies will be provided. You may take keeping in an urban environment. Learn one or all. Basic skills and designs will be about local ordinances, organizations and taught each class. helpful resources to get started safely and soundly. Registration required! Ask a li- Author Michael Sims brarian, email us at squirrelhillprograms@ On Thursday, June 26 at 6:30 pm, ac- carnegielibrary.org or call us at 412-422- claimed author Michael Sims will present 9650.

Propel’s Andrew Street High School Among “Best High Schools In America” Saint Rosalia Nationally Ranked by U.S. News and World Report Pittsburgh, PA - May 21, 2014. Propel students for the rigors of collegiate academ- Academy Schools is proud to be recognized as a “Best ics. Students are encouraged to become life- High School in America” awardee by US long learners and positive influences on their News and World Report Magazine. communities. 411 Greenfield Avenue, Pittsburgh PA 15207 Based upon factors such as Math Profi- Angela Allie, Principal of Propel ASHS, 412-521-3005 Fax: 412-521-2763 ciency, Reading Proficiency, student/teacher concurs, “This recognition highlights the ratio and college preparation, Propel An- reality that when caring educators demand e-mail: [email protected] drew Street High School (ASHS) is named excellence from ourselves and our learn- to the “Bronze Award Category.” Only 27% ers, students excel. It truly comes down to If you are interested in a Eucharistic Centered of the 19,000+ schools nominated received the people. At Propel Andrew Street High an award. School, we take seriously the charge to edu- School for your child, join us at Saint Rosalia “Despite the socioeconomic status of cate all students at high levels -- regardless Academy. Registration for the 2014 – 2015 our students, they work hard, overcome of their backgrounds and experiences. Our challenges, thrive and succeed at Propel diverse team of forward-thinking staff op- school year for grades Preschool age 3 to schools. We are humbled and proud to be erates from an unfaltering belief in each Grade 8 are now open. Please give us a call named to this prestigious list of schools. We learner’s capacity for intelligence and each thank the students, parents, teachers and family’s right to a competitive education. at 412-521-3005 to schedule an appointment. guidance counselors for their dedication, We’re wholly accountable to the families we passion and hard work,” says Dr. Tina Chek- serve, so this honor also speaks to their in- an, Superintendent/CEO of Propel Schools. vestment” ASHS, established in 2008, was Propel’s Read the report at: www.usnews.com. first high school and takes pride in preparing Search “Best High Schools 2014.” Page 14 THE HOMEPAGE June 2014 Elizabeth Street Memorial Day Celebration Story and Photos by Michelle Auberzinsky

Our annual Memorial Day celebration of those from our community who served the country was held on a bright, sunny day this year, with many local dignitaries on hand, including Mayor Bill Peduto, Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald, City Councilman Corey O’Connor, and the Honorable James Hanley. It has always been an important event for our family. Our mother, Lytle Café owner Dee Dee Perris, has not only been part of putting the day together, she has also taken care of the Elizabeth Street monument for the last 43 years. My uncle, Bob Perris, the soldier seen at the podium in the photos, has also been involved for many of those years. It was also important to our father, the late John E. Perris, who would be very proud that his wife, daughters and brother have continued the tradition.

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penetrate deeply into the soil. Most paper bags and dried leaves, if it is vulnerable are your pots and hang- getting smelly and looks too wet. ing baskets, so double check the If it is too dry, add some water and moisture level in those more often kitchen scraps to start it up again. and water them accordingly. Garden Q&A: What do I do The June Garden: 5. Intensively garden your with these dead bulbs? vegetable crops: The weather is re- After the flowers have faded ally too warm for most cool weather from your spring bulbs, what do Nurturing crops, though you may still have you do with them? They can be un- some lingering lettuce or peas. sightly, especially when there are However, you can continue the tons of them in your yard (which season for these cold lovers by there will be if you planted them Your Garden planting them in the shade of warm with the appropriate enthusiasm weather plants, like tomatoes or last fall). You have two choices at peppers. Look for opportunities this point: you can either pull them to plant intensively and make the out or leave them in. ing: All plants like the warm rains decomposing already and your gar- most of your small space. Start new Why leave them in the By Melissa Harding and mild days of spring, not just the den will still benefit from a fresh seeds a few weeks apart from each ground? Each flower comes from Remember how beautiful ev- ones that you like. That means that layer. other to ensure a continuous crop an individual bulb. For the bulb, erything looked in May? The tu- June is the perfect time for weeds 3. Deadhead your plants: The or look for ways to plant smaller putting up that flower takes a lot lips were just bursting open, the to poke up into your beds. Weeds reason that your beautiful annu- plants in the shade of larger ones. of energy. In order to replenish that grape hyacinths were still purple are not only ugly, but they also als are starting to look bad is that 6. Prune your shrubs: Spring energy so that it can make a new and all those Mother’s Day annu- steal precious water and nutrients they need some tough love from flowering shrubs like lilac, rho- flower next year, the plant needs to als looked fresh and new, right out from the plants that you actually your sheers. Deadhead spent blos- dodendron, and azalea should be make food through photosynthesis. of the 6-pack. Now the same tulips want. Attack this with a two-fold soms from your petunias, dianthus pruned only after they have flow- Not cutting down its leaves gives that brought you so much joy are approach: first, pull out everything and pansies. Deadheading not only ered, or else your will lose your the plant the time to make all the dead, leaving you with clumps of you can see, including those nasty neatens the appearance of your gar- blooms. Early summer is a great food it needs, storing it in the bulb sad leaves all over your yard, and runner roots that are hiding under den, but will encourage new flower time for this. Be sure to prune with itself. You will know that your bulb those new annuals are starting to the soil. Second, apply a thick lay- growth. the branching patterns of each in- is recharged once the leaves start to look a little worse for the wear. er of mulch over your clean beds. 4. Water the right way: Your dividual plant. Be selective about turn brown and wilt. At this point, Simply put, it’s a weird month in A little bit of elbow grease and a garden needs an inch of water a pruning fruiting plants like roses you can cut the plant down to the the garden. Bridging between the heavy mulch now, about 2-4” of week, either from you or from the or viburnums; those spent flowers ground and wait for it to reappear ephemeral beauty of spring and bark, grass or leaves, means an (al- sky. Be sure to check the weather or will turn into beautiful fruits that next spring. This is a good option the hearty sturdiness of summer, most) weed-free summer later. a rain gauge to see how much your your birds will enjoy. if you love how your bulbs look in the June garden is kind of like an 2. Mulch, mulch, mulch: Re- garden actually got from any recent 7. Turn your compost pile: the spring and don’t mind the way awkward teenager. However, even member that thing about mulch- rain event. It may seem that a storm Seriously, when was the last time they look now. though it can be hard to love your ing? It’s not just for preventing would drench your soil, but if it you actually turned that thing? It’s If you choose to pull them out garden during its adolescence, this weeds. Mulch protects your plants comes down too hard and fast, it been sitting all winter working for to neaten your garden, they won’t is an important time in its develop- from late frosts and helps sustain will run off rather than soak into the you, but the warm June weather come up again. However, you can ment. Giving it some extra love a healthy moisture level in the soil soil. If you do need to water, wa- will really get it going if you tend replace them in the fall, perhaps this month can make a big differ- around your plants. Not to mention ter deeply and slowly; it won’t do to it properly. Aerate and moisten in new colors or configurations. ence in how it grows up. that as it decomposes, it added im- to just spray your beds with a hose your compost pile. You can use This is not a bad idea if you like Here are some ways to nurture portant nutrients to your soil. Even after you wash your car. Rather, lay a compost turner to do this, but a to change things up and they will your garden this month: if you composted and mulched in your hose on the ground or use a spade will work just fine as well. surprise you when they emerge in 1. Double down on your weed- the fall, much of that has starting watering can to allow the water to Be sure to add more browns, like new places next year. Page 16 THE HOMEPAGE June 2014

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one. They pawned this chemical off as real portant parameters such as fasting glucose, It’s better to start low and slow with com- testosterone, even though it does not natu- PSA, Estradiol, and complete blood counts pounded Testosterone in a physiologic dose. rally exist in the human body. After several (CBC). My philosophy is Gentle Hormone Restora- years on the market, some men taking this It is important to work closely with a tion Therapy®. A gentle nudge, not a MACK particular chemical developed liver cancer. knowledgeable physician who is readily TRUCK!!! “Testosterone therapy” was then declared to accessible and who can adjust treatment as Compared with brand name testosterone be dangerous, and research on testosterone needed. topical drugs, consumers can save more than fell by the wayside. Careful, thoughtful optimization of tes- 85% by using natural testosterone cream While testosterone is a member of the tosterone levels with a comprehensive eval- made by a compounding pharmacy. For ex- group of compounds known as “anabolic uation and treatment plan can result in dra- ample, the name brand Androgel® cream steroids,” it is different and less potent than matic improvements in one’s overall health costs around 400 dollars for a month’s sup- the illegal synthetic compounds that have and well-being. Saliva testing is another ply. The identical amount of natural testos- been taken in excessive doses and abused. means to test for the FREE UNBOUND por- terone can be obtained from a compounding Beginning in the late 1980s, overambitious tion of Testosterone available to the tissue, pharmacy at less than a third of the price. and unscrupulous professional athletes be- NOT floating in blood. Follow-up blood testing 30-60 days later gan taking illegal anabolic steroids to gain For men who no longer produce enough is important to ensure that PSA, Estradiol, an unfair competitive edge. Unfortunately, testosterone, an experienced doctor can pre- and other blood markers stay in normal this abuse has wrongly clouded the impor- scribe a topically applied cream to restore ranges. tant health benefits of prescribing testoster- testosterone to youthful ranges. These tes- Some men will aromatize (or convert) Lower Testosterone in men occurs gradu- one therapy to correct its decline associated tosterone creams usually come in delivery testosterone into estrogen, which neces- ally, starting as early as his mid-30s and by with aging and other diseases. In response to systems that enable the precise amount of sitates the use of a drug like Arimidex® or the time he is in his 80’s he has 20% of what the sports abuse issue, federal law has made this hormone to be applied to the skin each nutrientlifestyle changes to inhibit excess he had as a young man. Lowered Testoster- testosterone a controlled substance just like day for absorption into the bloodstream. aromatase activity. We also use a little bit of one levels result in an increased risk of life- narcotics and amphetamines. Illegal-use The reason testosterone cream is used progesterone (yes, men make progesterone) threatening illnesses such as obesity, penalties can be severe for any doctor who as opposed to tablets is that the oral inges- to inhibit conversion of Testosterone to Es- diabetes, and heart disease. improperly prescribes anabolic steroids. tion of testosterone can result in rapid deg- trogen. Testosterone deficiency can also lead to Although this has made some doctors radation in the liver and wildly inconsistent Resveratrol, Zinc, Pygeum, Nettles, and a number of disturbing symptoms, includ- reluctant to prescribe testosterone, medical blood levels. A testosterone cream, on the Beta-Sitosterols are also important for pros- ing loss of stamina and lean muscle mass, prescribing of the hormone jumped by 50% other hand, gradually releases into the blood- tate health. We love One N’ Only for Men reduced libido and erectile dysfunction, in four years from 2001 to a total of 2.3 mil- stream, which is more analogous to the way one-a-day type multivitamin from whole anxiety, depression, diabetes, and cognitive lion prescriptions in 2005. Some physicians testosterone is naturally secreted each day by food sources. decline. Known as the Andropause, these do therefore appear to be increasingly recog- the testicles of younger men. changes are the male equivalent of female nizing the consequences of low testosterone I believe that blood testing as a follow up Menopause. Unlike menopause, however, levels in aging males. to topical Testosterone administration may Susan Merenstein, Pharmacist and owner underestimate tissue levels. Remember men the drop in testosterone is so gradual that the Management of Low Testosterone at Murray Avenue Apothecary does private symptoms of andropause appear over a lon- only make 5-10mg of Testosterone per day one-on-one consultation appointments for Levels ger period of time and are often ignored for as young men. We do not need to overdose hormone balancing for women and men on a while or are attributed to “getting older.” Optimizing testosterone levels in men re- men at 50-100mg per day as the excess will Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. She quires a multi-faceted approach that includes turn into more Estradiol and men can de- can be reached Monday through Thursday, Testosterone Supplements - proper lifestyle, nutrition, nutritional velop testicular atrophy, breast growth and 10AM to 6PM or Friday 10-5. Call 412-421- An Undeserved Shady Past supplements (such as lignan and plant ex- inability to have an erection with continued 4996 for more information or to make an ap- The medical community has been slow tracts), dietary modifications, and exercise, high dosing of Androgel. pointment. to recognize the consequences of low tes- as well as testosterone supplementation and tosterone levels in aging males and, in fact, other prescriptive approaches when indi- wrongly believes that restoring youthful lev- cated. els of testosterone is dangerous and unwar- Initially, a medical history and physical ranted. Back in the mid-1900s, some drug examination should be performed, along companies sold a synthetic and chemically with a blood-testing panel that includes not altered testosterone called methyl testoster- only testosterone levels, but also other im-

What You Need to Know: Optimizing Testosterone Levels in Aging Men Testosterone, the chief male hormone, is essential for libido and erectile function, and plays a crucial role in mood, energy, bone health, and body composition. Testosterone levels decline with age, usually beginning in a man’s mid-30s. Dimin- ishing testosterone levels have been linked with disorders such as depression, fatigue, obesity, and cognitive decline. Low testosterone levels increase the risk of coronary heart disease as well as all- cause and cardiac mortality. Restoring testosterone to youthful levels offers men a wealth of health benefits, including benefits for heart health, body composition, mood, and memory. Bioidentical testosterone has not been found to have adverse effects on the healthy prostate gland—in fact; it may help improve prostate symptoms in men with low-normal testosterone levels. Testosterone therapy is contraindicated in men with prostate cancer. Regular testing can help you and your physician decide if testosterone therapy is right for you. Optimizing testosterone levels requires a multi-pronged approach that includes optimal diet, proper nutrition, nutritional supplements, exercise, and bioidentical testosterone, if necessary.

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What About Food? that health is the most important why a small grocery store can’t thing to think about when you’re compete with their prices and talking food. I explained that doesn’t exist in Hazelwood. Gov- What Is Food Policy? unfortunately the government ernment policies allow retail giants and cheap meat in the grocery store is not involved in the food busi- like Walmart to sell food, which By Dianne Shenk a little by saying that the government supports prices for some (nearly all the corn and soy grown in ness because of health, but rather means small farmers and low-in- “What is food policy, in your crops, like corn and soybeans, so the US are used as animal feed). because of food economics. The come neighborhoods are kept out own words?” The question, farmers know they will always be “Do you think the government USDA (US Dept of Agriculture) of the food markets. coming from an Allderdice High able to sell their crop for a certain cares about our health when they was originally formed to try to I was at COL for a taped inter- School student at Center of Life, price when they harvest it. Because make food policy?” This question keep farmers in business after view as part of a food documenta- surprised me. It’s a complicated the government supports prices obviously followed my first answer, the disasters of the dust bowl ry the students are making with the question and I tried to answer for these crops, but not for fruits but I didn’t expect a teenager ask it. and Great Depression – to pro- help of CMU students. They have it honestly but simply, “I think and vegetables, there are a lot I had to answer honestly again, “No, tect farmers from the normal rise been working on the project for its when the government makes more farmers growing them, and the government doesn’t care at all and fall of prices on the open nearly a year, and have interviewed rules about food, and those rules they are the cheapest foods on the about our health when they set food market depending on how good many residents of Hazelwood and affect what we can buy at the market. This translates into lots of policies.” My questioner seemed the harvest was in any one year. others, like me, who spend a lot of grocery store.” I tried to explain carbs, corn sugars, processed food surprised, like it should be obvious Ultimately, keeping farmers in time there even though we live in business does keep a steady flow nearby communities. I am increas- of food to the grocery store and ingly impressed with what these to our tables, but whether or students have learned through their not that food is healthy for us is project. They started it in part be- not really what the government cause Hazelwood ‘earned’ a desig- has been thinking about for 100 nation as a food desert according years of food policy. to USDA criteria. The USDA calls The student questioned me a community with high poverty for an hour on things like food levels and no large grocery store stamps and the farm bill – sim- nearby a ‘food desert’, meaning ple questions about very com- it’s difficult for many residents of plicated subjects - and I tried to that neighborhood to get healthy, help her understand these issues. fresh foods. When this became Many food policies were started known in Hazelwood, the students to address real problems like set out to find out what it means times of hunger in our country, to live in a food desert, and they but over the years these solutions started interviewing people, doing have sometimes had unintended research, and writing about their consequences. Eventually we findings. even talked about how deregula- About halfway through the tions in the food industry in the interview, my questioner asked 1980’s have led to near monopo- me straight up, “Why are you in lies in most food sectors only Hazelwood? What are you do- 30 years later, when five huge ing here?” And the honest answer companies control over 90% of was, “I’m here because you’re a the chicken, beef and pork in the food desert and I study food. To US. We discussed how huge re- someone like me, Hazelwood is a tailers like Walmart use food as a very interesting place.” It was re- way to get customers in the door ally great to be a small part of this more often so they will shop for interesting food project at COL, everything else. Walmart doesn’t and to spend some time discussing even need to make money off the food with a thoughtful, informed food they sell, which is largely neighborhood teenager.

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Please designate my gift to:  General Unrestricted  Hazelwood Homepage  Robert V. Vavro, Sr. Garden Fund  Snowflake Lights  Safe Halloween  Herbert P. Douglas, Jr. Community Champions Fund Name______Address______City ______State______Zip______WANTED Email______JUNK CARS CASH Telephone Number______ANY BROKEN HEAVY AIR CONDITIONER  2014 Membership Dues of $12.00 also enclosed. OR SCRAP METAL IN YOUR HOME OR  Please acknowledge my gift in The Homepage. BUSINESS WE WILL CARRY IT Please make checks payable to OUT FOR FREE Hazelwood Initiative, Inc. and mail to 5344 Second Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15207 (412) 916-7822

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Advertising Rates Bernacki Family Practice Full Page Back Cover 10” x 16” $375 and Full Page 10” x 16” $325 Wellness Center-LLC Half Page 10” x 8” or 8” x 10” $220 Quarter Page 5” x 8” or 8” x 5” $145 521 Greenfield Avenue Eighth Page 5” x 4” or 4” x 5” $ 80 Sixteenth Page 2” x 5” $ 60 412-422-6500 Business Card 2” x 3.5” $ 45 Bernard J. Bernacki, DO The Homepage publication is a monthly tabloid size (11x17) Brian K. Bonner, MD community publication; 20 pages. Advertising deadlines Alissa M. Cohen, DO are the 15th of every month. Issues are mailed to 10,050 households in 15207, 15217 and 15120 including Hazelwood, We are a Family Medicine Practice with three Greeenfield, Hays and the 31st Ward and distributed at various certified Family Doctors and a staff trained to provide retail outlets. A ten percent discount is given for the seventh primary care in acute episodes, i.e. sick visits, in through twelfth months of a full year’s advertising. Non-profit rates may also apply. Please transmit ads in PDF by email to prevention and for chronic disease management. We [email protected] and [email protected]. welcome new patients and invite all to partner with us to improve and maintain their health. Ad layout sizes are approximate For more information, please call Make Us Your “Medical Home” Hazelwood Initiative, Inc. 412.421.7234 www.bernackifamilydocs.com

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