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Volume 33, No. 6 Serving Bloomfield, Friendship, Garfield, East Liberty and Lawrenceville since 1975 June 2008

Four CDCs Collaborate on New East End Partnership

Jonathan Cox enjoys By Paula Martinac the Partnership are working on old houses, The Bulletin physically housed including his own. In at Lawrenceville many ways, his job as Corporation on director of the brand- Butler Street, he is new East End Partnership – a commu- "a shared employee," he makes clear. nity development collaboration to "All four partners have a piece of work on revitalization strategies for me." four diverse East End communities – Before accepting his new position, dovetails perfectly with his hobby. "I Cox spent five years as Vice President like working with something that has of Operations at the Pittsburgh great bones, character, history," he Downtown Partnership, managing all

Cortesy L. Robert Kimball & Associates Cortesy L. Robert Kimball & says, "and trying to bring it back to what it once was." That could be one CRACKING THE CASE house, or, in the case of his new posi- Gene Miller of L. Robert Kimball & Associates measures a pavement crack on tion, entire neighborhoods. Penn Avenue as part of the pavement condition survey for the Penn Avenue Cox just started his job in March, Corridor Phasing Plan. Kimball, the company contracted by the City of but the East End Partnership, he Pittsburgh to oversee the Penn Avenue infrastructure project, will continue its explains, "kind of jelled in late 2005," pavement survey through early June, along with an investigation of the existing stemming from conversations among sidewalks and an on-going analysis of traffic conditions along the avenue. leaders of four East End community development corporations – Bloomfield-Garfield Corporation, Makeover Planned for Community Center East Liberty Development Inc., Friendship Development Associates, The Bloomfield- By Freddie Croce through a three- and Lawrenceville Corporation. The Paula Martinac/The Bulletin Garfield Community Bloomfield-Garfield Corporation phase construc- four groups had been talking about Activity Center, tion schedule. engaging in a collaborative effort to JONATHAN COX TAKES A BREAK AT located at 113 North EDGE Studio on address economic change in their THE QUIET STORM ON PENN AVENUE. Pacific Avenue and owned and oper- Penn Avenue has completed prelimi- communities, and had received a ated by the Bloomfield-Garfield nary design work, funded by the $100,000 grant from the New York- public spaces and "keeping Corporation (BGC), will receive a Community Design Center of based Surdna Foundation to study Downtown clean and safe." Prior to much-needed makeover. Plans for the Pittsburgh. what a more structured process would that, he spent 17 years working in renovation will be unveiled at the cen- The large arched window openings look like. curatorial and administrative posi- ter during this year’s Art Cubed event on the exterior, which have been par- When it came time to apply the tions in museums and historical on Friday, June 6, from 7 to 9 p.m., tially covered for several years, will results of the initial Surdna study, it organizations in Harrisburg and and Saturday, June 7, from noon to 4 be replaced with new, full-size, high- was clear, says Cox, "that in order to Philadelphia. "History is the thread p.m. performance windows, while the move forward they needed a body." that runs through my career," he The building – which has played an main entry will be upgraded and made Surdna provided an additional observes. "But also, I've been a city important role in the community since fully accessible. The interior will gain $200,000 for implementation, and person all my life, and I like helping its founding as the Pacific Avenue a new high-efficiency (and quieter) Cox was hired to bridge the four cities thrive and become healthier." Methodist Episcopal Church in 1896 heating and air-conditioning system, organizations and help them pull their An East Ender himself – he lives with – will undergo a combination of infra- individual strengths to benefit the structure and cosmetic improvements See MAKEOVER, page 10 East End as a whole. Although he and See PARTNERSHIP, page 11

JULY The FINAL DEADLINE for the JUNE 2008 issue of The Bulletin is MONDAY, JUNE 16, 2008. This includes ALL DEADLINE! classified ads, Bulletin Board announcements, story submissions, and ad space reservations. All content is accepted on a space-available basis. For more information, call 412-441-6915. Page 2 • The Bulletin • June 2008

PUBLIC SAFETY TASK FORCE REPORT

Clean Neighborhoods Promote Safe Neighborhoods The "broken window theory" ry," it’s no won- By Deadra Keener or online. Or call see how good Garfield can look, states that “at the community level, der that Garfield Public Safety Coordindator the Bloomfield- and hopefully start a movement to disorder and crime are usually has a serious lit- Garfield Corpora- keep Garfield looking good. inextricably linked, in a kind of tering and trash tion at 412-441- As Jennifer Quinio, a local resi- developmental sequence. Social problem! Yes, we could focus on 6950, and we will report it for you. dent and owner of Modern psychologists and police officers larger crime and safety problems; Formations gallery, said, “A clean tend to agree that if a window in a but let’s focus on the litter, as it is • Taking care of your property. neighborhood leads to less crime, building is broken and is left unre- part of the foundation that is allow- This is a sign to others that some- leads to business coming to the paired, all the rest of the windows ing bigger problems to build up. It one cares, and might even moti- area, leads to people having more will soon be broken. This is as true is also an issue that can be vate others to do the same. This job opportunities, leads to respect- in nice neighborhoods as in run- addressed by residents with little can be as simple as picking up lit- ing themselves more, leads to down ones…one unrepaired bro- effort and with no danger involved ter just in front of your residence. respecting each other more, leads ken window is a signal that no one – no snitching, no police action to respecting the environment cares, and so breaking more win- required. Another action is to participate more...it all goes hand-in-hand.” If dows costs nothing.” (Source: The Litter, trash, and illegal dumping in the Garfield Community that sounds good to you, then let’s Atlantic Monthly, March 1982) are currently a harsh reality in Cleanup, scheduled for Saturday, work together to clean up the Although other factors may also Garfield. But you can easily help June 14, from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. neighborhood – and keep it clean! affect crime, evidence supports change that! There are simple This is a different kind of cleanup, We can make a start on Saturday, this theory. actions that Garfield residents can where residents focus only on June 14. The theory also purports that take that have the power to create cleaning up their individual side- Note: Another Garfield cleanup event, whether crime is on the rise or not, lasting change. These actions walks/yards/porches. If you are sponsored by Garfield Jubilee the broken windows will create the include: motivated to do more, go for it! Association, is being held on June 7. perception that the neighborhood But the goal is really to help folks See page 15 for details. is unsafe. This perception leads to • Not littering. While it may not residents avoiding certain streets seem like your one piece of trash and even each other, leading to a will make a difference when so Garfield Community Cleanup neighborhood that is then discon- much more is already lying on the nected - just a place to live rather ground, remember that it does. than a home. Apathy and fear set Saturday, June 14, 10 a.m. - Noon in, and though it all started with • Educating others, particularly just a broken window, the window children (our future!), that littering This is a time for residents to clean up their individual is now open to allow more crimi- is not okay. properties (sidewalks, yards, and/or porches). Imagine nal behavior. how clean and nice Garfield can look if we all do our Now replace "broken window" • Reporting any illegal dumping or with "litter." Using the "litter theo- trash piles to 311, either via phone small part! Bloomfield-Garfield Corporation has trash bags (to fill Public Safety Meetings and put out with your regular trash) and gloves (to bor- row, if needed) - just stop by the office (5149 Penn The Zone 2 Public Safety Council Meeting is held the last Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at Hill House, 1835 Centre Avenue. For more infor- Avenue) earlier that week. For more information, con- mation, call 412-255-2827. tact Deadra Keener at 412-441-6950 x17.

The Zone 5 Public Safety Council Meeting is held the second Tuesday of each month, with representatives of the police department in atten- dance. Meetings start at 7 p.m. at The Union Project, 801 North Negley Avenue (at Stanton). For more information, call 412-665-3605.

The BGC Public Safety Task Force - composed of community leaders, law enforcement officers, and public officials - meets on the second Wednesday of each month in Garfield to share information on communi- ty safety issues and to review progress being made in the area of crime prevention in Bloomfield, Garfield, and Friendship. Residents and busi- ness owners are invited to attend the first 15 minutes of each meeting to raise specific concerns, or present concrete information about criminal activity to the Task Force. The next scheduled meeting is Wednesday, May 14, at 4 p.m., at the Bloomfield-Garfield Corp. Community Activity Center, 113 North Pacific Avenue (corner of Dearborn). For more infor- mation, contact Aggie Brose, chair of the Task Force, at 412-441-6950 x15. June 2008 • The Bulletin • Page 3 BGC Helps Young Adults Find Jobs, Continue Education Time and again, young adults cite and businesses By BGC Youth Employment apply the skills he items to perform my job well. I am one major obstacle when it comes to such as The Program Staff was learning in thankful for my experiences.” landing a job – lack of experience. Union Project, school. If you or someone you know is Bloomfield-Garfield Corporation’s Eastminster Says Lewis, “At looking for work opportunities, as Youth Employment Program (YEP), Presbyterian Bloomfield-Garfield well as other skills to equip you for located at 5129 Penn Avenue, has Church, the Quiet Storm, and 3RC [Corporation], they are helping me great future success, or you would like been helping young adults gain expe- Computer Clubhouse. find a job and helped me get into col- more information, please call rience in quality placements for some The YEP not only focuses on lege. I learned more math and reading Angelica Starkey or Mollie Smith at time now, and would love to help you! employment, but the program wants skills, and learned how to budget and YEP to schedule an interview at 412- The YEP is currently recruiting to make sure its participants reach save the money I made. College 441-9833. young adults who are not in school, their potential in other ways to pre- showed me the way to properly use ages 17 through 21, with an interest in pare for their future. gaining paid work experience for Terrenzo Lewis, a 2007 graduate bright futures in a wide variety of of Pittsburgh Peabody High School, career opportunities. Included in the has been with the YEP for almost a possibilities are entry-level positions year. After graduation, he sought help in local hospitals such as UPMC St. from the YEP, and was able to enroll Margaret, UPMC Shadyside, at Community College of Allegheny Children’s Home of Pittsburgh, and County in an Environmental Services West Penn. There are also placement program. Now, a year later, he is grad- possibilities at financial institutions uating from CCAC with a valuable such as The Bank of New York certification. He has gained a lot of Mellon and Allegheny Valley Bank, work experience through a placement and at excellent local organizations with the YEP that allowed him to

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The Bulletin BLOOMFIELD-GARFIELD CORPORATION’S serving Bloomfield, Garfield, East Liberty, Friendship, and Lawrenceville since 1975 EYESORE OF THE MONTH Every other month, we highlight property owners whose neglect hurts the neighborhood. Properties are nominated by community members. It’s easy to do! Just make a quick call to Aggie Brose at 412-441-6950 x 15 with your choice for “Eyesore of the Month.”

The Bulletin is published by the North Atlantic Property Reaches a “Dead End” Bloomfield-Garfield Corp. to: • serve the incorporated territory of the The property at 312 North progress can be made; impasse." the BGC staff turned the corner BGC and surrounding communities Atlantic Avenue was nominated When the BBI declares a property onto Brown Way and saw that • report on activities and ideas affect- ing those communities for Eyesore Property of the Month. a "dead end," it is because it has 5303, 5305, and 5307 Brown Way • offer an opportunity to express opin- According to the Allegheny diligently tried to reach the record- are all abandoned and in the same ions and exchange ideas County Real Estate website, ed owners and failed. As a result, condition as 312 North Atlantic Charles and Sylvia S. Clark are the the BGC cannot even report the Avenue. The BGC will work with June 2008 • Vol. 33, No. 6 recorded owners. The mailing property to the Allegheny County the BBI to have these properties address for the tax bills is 312 Department of Health, because demolished. Total circulation: North Atlantic Avenue (which is there would be no one at the The good news is that the staffs 20,000 copies abandoned). The Clarks acquired address to receive the notice. at the BBI and the Board of Health 16,700 mailed 3,300 dropped the property in 1992 for $1. At These dead-end properties cre- are great working partners and are present, the taxes are heavily ate the worst blight in a neighbor- always accountable to our neigh- Editorial and Advertising Offices: delinquent. hood, as there is absolutely no one borhood. And BGC and Garfield 5149 Penn Ave. Bloomfield-Garfield Corpora- to hold accountable. The BBI staff Jubilee Association (GJA) are in Pittsburgh, PA 15224 tion (BGC) staff visited the prop- informed us that they would move the progress of planning another Phone: 412-441-6915 erty and found that it fits the crite- on demolishing the property – critical master housing plan, and Fax: 412-441-6956 ria of an eyesore. The fenced-in unfortunately at a cost that is usu- will be assembling “dead end” Email: [email protected] front yard is nothing more then a ally absorbed by the city. properties for new development. Editor: Paula Martinac big trash heap, with the garbage But that does not address the We will keep the community producing a terrible odor. The "dead end" issue, because after the informed. Advertising: Martin Pochapin doors are boarded up, but a front demolition, the lot will still be window is broken, with an old owned by the Clarks, with all the Intern: James Eldred shredded curtain blowing in the delinquent taxes and any Proofreading: James Eldred wind. The side wall is cracked and other recorded liens on it. Rick Swartz deteriorating; the back yard has Unfortunately, the Clarks debris and high weeds. The photos have moved on, possibly Bookkeeper: Mary Anne Stevanus here speak louder than words. have even passed away, BGC staff contacted the city’s but we, the community, Distribution: Garfield CISP Bureau of Building Inspection have inherited their prop- The opinions expressed herein are (BBI) and found that the property erty. not necessarily those of the publisher. was condemned and declared a Blight has a devastat- © 2008 by Bloomfield-Garfield "dead end." The dictionary defini- ing ripple effect – it’s Corporation tion of a "dead end" is "a point very contagious, like a www.bloomfield-garfield.org beyond which no movement or virus. While at the site, SUBMISSIONS POLICY All submissions to The Bulletin must include the writer’s name, address, and phone number. We welcome your let- ters, opinions, articles, and notices. We reserve the right to edit submissions for space. Manuscripts and photographs will be returned only if ac-companied by a stamped, self-ad-dressed envelope. The deadline for submissions is the 15th of the month prior to publication, unless otherwise noted.

We Would Like to Acknowledge and thank our advertisers and the BGC’s funding partners, including The Bank of New York Mellon, Pittsburgh Partnership for Neighborhood THE PROPERTY AT 312 NORTH ATLANTIC IS Development, The United Way, AN EYESORE FROM FRONT (ABOVE) TO National City Bank, Dollar Bank, PNC BACK (LEFT). Financial, Citizens Bank, The City of Pittsburgh, and State Senator Jim Ferlo for their support. Paula Martinac/The Bulletin June 2008 • The Bulletin • Page 5 Children’s Hospital ED Access Designed To Ease Traffic, Frustration By Brian Connelly Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC Public and Government Affairs

Navigating the hospital driveway is a frustrating experience for fami- lies arriving in Oakland at the present Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC. Despite the hospital’s best efforts, the Main Tower driveway entrance simply is not designed for easy traffic flow. Currently, all hospi- tal traffic – ambulances, drop-offs to the Emergency Department (ED), family parking – is funneled through the driveway from Fifth Avenue. The ED entrance, ambulance drop-off, and Main Lobby entrance all share one crowded stretch of driveway. Cars waiting to enter the driveway routinely are backed up several deep down Fifth Avenue. That is how most patient families now enter Children’s front door. It is a frustrating situation – but Children’s campus in Lawrenceville stands in very stark contrast. Frustration for arriving families has been designed out. On the Lawrenceville campus,

arrivals at the ED are separate from of UPMC of Pittsburgh Hospital Courtesy Children’s arrivals at the main entrances – the entrance ramp for patients is on 44th is entirely separate from the public of the hospital, parallel to Penn equipment is designed on a flexible Street, a full block away from the entrance. This not only means that Avenue on the diagram above. The ceiling track system, so the patients main patient entrance on 45th Street. arriving families are not competing driveway – one way, covered and sev- don’t have to be moved for tests. A ramp from 44th Street goes direct- for space with ambulances, but also eral lanes wide – is the access to the Children’s Emergency Department ly to the ED entrance for public that teams transporting patients don’t main public lobby entrance. will also have its own state-of-the-art access. pass the ED waiting room. Families Many improvements are also part computed tomography (CT) scanner. Short-term parking for drop-offs is experiencing the normal stress accom- of the interior design of the available next to the entrance, and panying any ED visit don’t experience Lawrenceville ED. There will be more The new Children's Hospital is sched- longer-term parking is conveniently additional stress caused by seeing and larger exam rooms. The ED is uled for a May 2009 opening. You can accessed via a ramp down to a below- another child arriving in a serious divided into designated treatment find out more about the plans for the ground parking garage. condition. zones and designated critical care hospital at www.chp.edu/new_cam- The ambulance entrance to the ED Note the driveway along the front areas. Inside trauma rooms, radiology pus. Groundbreaking Set for Penn Avenue’s Glass Lofts On Wednesday, June 4, Mayor Luke ing and environmen- By Sarah Collins addresses the space on the first floor. The project is Ravenstahl, Friendship Development tally low-impact Friendship Development Associates direct needs of the made possible by the support of Associates (FDA), and community materials. Amenities community." Citizens Bank, Pennsylvania Housing partners will host a groundbreaking include concrete flooring, retractable Dorsey said that FDA is "thrilled to Finance Agency, Pittsburgh Partner- ceremony for the Glass Lofts, a glass garage doors, and open floor develop a key corner in our district ship for Neighborhood Development, “green,” mixed-use development. The plans. The one- and two-story lofts and to produce a mixed-use and Local Initiatives Support Corporation, groundbreaking starts at 2 p.m. at will range in size from 845 to 1,873 mixed-income project that creates the Urban Redevelopment Authority 5485-99 Penn Avenue, at the corner of square feet, and buyers will pay no jobs and truly represents the diversity of Pittsburgh, Community Design North Fairmount Street. local or state income or property taxes of our neighborhoods. With this proj- Center of Pittsburgh, and a foundation The new construction will include through 2010. Affordable financing is ect, we’re empowering neighborhood that prefers to remain anonymous. 18 unique, for-sale lofts, a 3200- available for qualified buyers. constituents who are currently renting FDA is a neighborhood-based com- square-foot restaurant space, several “Once we acquired the Eat n’ Park to actually buy and own.” munity development corporation that artist studios, and 1200 square feet of site and realized the endless possibili- The Glass Lofts is the second phase uses place-based real estate develop- office space. This "green" (i.e., envi- ties for the parcels, we directly of 3.2-acre development project. The ment strategies to bring about lasting, ronmentally friendly) building, with engaged the community and involved first phase, the Penn Fairmont, is beneficial market change in an unsta- modern architecture by award-win- them in the master planning process," located at 5461 Penn Avenue, and ble real estate market. ning architect Arthur Lubetz, will fea- said Jeffrey Dorsey, FDA's executive includes 60 low-income, senior apart- ture high-efficiency heating and cool- director. "As a result, we were able to ments and 7800 square feet of retail Page 6 • The Bulletin • June 2008 Publicolor Brightens the Halls of Pittsburgh Peabody

By James Eldred for expansion had come. The Bulletin “We’ve had a lot of requests to replicate [the program], and Pittsburgh met all of the criteria of our Pittsburgh Peabody High School is mission, [which] is to help at-risk stu- getting a fresh coat of paint, thanks to dents in their education by teaching Publicolor, a New York-based non- them the marketable skill of commer- profit organization that helps school cial painting.” students take an active role in their According to Bishop-Root, environments and teaches them valu- Publicolor teaches students the value able skills in the process. of their surroundings, while improv- Publicolor was founded in 1996 by ing their own well-being and teaching industrial designer Ruth Lande them a skill they can take into the job Shuman, and works with students to force. Work began at Peabody in improve their surroundings with April, with students working on the paint. After staying strictly in the New cafeteria. Under the supervision of York City area for the past 11 years, Publicolor employees, the students

Publicolor is now branching out and have a say and participate in all James Eldred/The Bulletin chose Peabody for its first expansion. aspects of the project, from applying THE WALLS OF PITTSBURGH PEABODY CAFETERIA ARE GETTING A Publicolor’s director of replication, painter’s tape and primer, to picking FRESH COAT OF PAINT THANKS TO PUBLICOLOR AND STUDENT VOL- Dana Bishop-Root, said that the time the colors and painting the walls. UNTEERS. Lauren George, Publicolor’s site will resume at the school, branching manager for the project, said that out into the commons area and the they’ve had a steady number of stu- main entrance hallway. Other areas of dents turning up every day, eager to the school are expected to follow. paint and improve the appearance of “We want to start with the most their school. public spaces and then go from there,” “We average about eight to 10 stu- said George. dents per day, with five or six kids Melissa Friez, administrative resi- coming regularly every day,” she said. dent at Peabody, said she is happy that The school year is drawing to a the organization is doing their work at close, but the work won’t come to an the school, especially since it comes end during summer break, as some at no cost to the school system. Improve Publicolor volunteers might turn their “I think it’s a great idea, because it experience into real, paying jobs. lets our students really express them- “We plan on starting a summer job selves and how they want their school your lot in life. program for some of the kids that to be viewed,” she said. “It’s just one have been working with us, and work- of many things we’ve done to change ing throughout the summer at com- the perspective [of Peabody]. We’re munity sites throughout East Liberty," really excited about the process, and Buy one with a said George. have a really good response from our home on it. Once summer is over, the program students.”

National Home Ownership Month. Home ownership is good for individuals, families and communities. Now is a $ 00 great time to buy. Home prices are low. Loan rates are 199. * affordable. Plus, first-time buyers may qualify for assistance During Home through FHA or other federal programs. Here’s an added Ownership incentive: during National Home Ownership Month, Month, we’ll pay National City will pay $199 of your closing costs. Just present $199 of your this ad to your National City loan officer. Stop by your nearest closing costs. National City location today. We’ll make you feel at home. Paula Martinac /The Bulletin Personal Banking • Business Banking • Investments • Mortgage Loans BRYANT K. SMITH WAS THE KEYNOTE SPEAKER AT THE SECOND ANNUAL PITTSBURGH PEABODY EVENT, “PROMISE FOR THE FUTURE: REDUCING Mortgage loans offered by National City Mortgage, a division of National City Bank. All loans subject to credit approval and property appraisal. Terms and conditions of this offer subject to change without notice. TEEN VIOLENCE AND ENHANCING LIFE OPPORTUNITIES,” AT THE SCHOOL ON NationalCity.com • National City Bank, Member FDIC • ©2008, National City Corporation® MAY 10. ACCORDING TO THE SCHOOL’S COUNT, MORE THAN 600 PEOPLE *The expiration for the $199 offer is September 30, 2008. ATTENDED THE EVENT, WHICH INCLUDED A PROVIDER FAIR, DOZENS OF WORKSHOPS, AND A YOUTH TALENT SHOWCASE. June 2008 • The Bulletin • Page 7 206 Project Creates Opportunities for Youth Leadership

206 Project is for youths by youths By Joe Dostilio Activity Center, and the in the city’s East End. The project’s Bloomfield-Garfield Corporation Eastside Neighborhood design had its genesis in a series of Youth Development Center Employment Center. The guided discussions between East End program provides after- youths, youth providers, and con- school and summer educa- cerned residents, all participating in To these ends, 10 Peabody youths tional, recreational and sup- the Youth Engagement committee of have been hired through a selective portive services to 9th the East Liberty community planning interview process, and are leading the through 12th graders of process. way as the project catalogs communi- Peabody High School. All of Throughout the “community solu- ty youth resources, interviews identi- the employees of 206 tions” planning process led by East fied youth-serving organizations, Project are required to par- Liberty Development Inc., the recur- produces marketing materials and ticipate in 90 minutes of ring message was that the East End event calendars, determines the com- tutoring each weekday, two needed a communication tool for munication tools that will be most hours of tutoring most youths, created by youths. 206 is a effective, and learns how to utilize Saturdays, and three hours daily Funding for Community LEARNS direct by-product of that community these communication tools to reach throughout the summer as part of is made possible by the United Way, planning effort. Titled "206" for the youth audiences. The ultimate goal is their responsibilities as members of Heinz Endowments, Grable Founda- East Liberty and Larimer zip code, for East End youths to turn this proj- the 206 staff. tion, One Vision One Life, Pittsburgh the project is designed to support a ect into a self-sustaining business Wireless Neighborhoods and its Weed and Seed, the City of cohort of youths who develop and model that will support an on-going Community LEARNS partners em- Pittsburgh’s Pittsburgh Partnership, design communication tools in a vari- youth-driven, youth-focused media ploy this "Academics First" model in and the Pittsburgh Public Schools ety of mediums – written word, art, outlet. all of their programming to afford (via Supplemental Educational photography, video, and audio – to 206 Project is part of the larger young people the opportunity to grow Services). inform other East End youths and Community LEARNS program led and learn in the workplace and in the For more information on the 206 families about the abundance of posi- by Wireless Neighborhoods and community, while always being able Project or to speak with a 206 project tive opportunities that exist in the delivered by community and faith to remain focused on their most leader about advertising your youth East Liberty, Garfield, and Larimer partners – Bloomfield-Garfield important job – succeeding in their services, please call 412-363-1914. neighborhoods. Corporation, Mt. Ararat Community education at Peabody High School. Page 8 • The Bulletin • June 2008 East Liberty Restaurant Stirs Up a Flavorful Melting Pot The tables at Royal Caribbean the back of the restaurant), and the with each bite. Classic Tofu & aren’t filled to its capacity yet, but skipping reggae music made us feel Vegetables ($9.50), browned and that doesn’t mean this modest, like we were no longer in steamed in coconut sauce, was also 1,600-square foot restaurant isn’t Pittsburgh. The menu, with its tradi- tasty. By Lisa Porter Werner busy. tional Caribbean Island dishes – Nearly half of the menu consists Bulletin Contributor My latest visit, on a brisk specifically jerk chicken, braised of fish and shrimp entrees. Among Thursday evening in May, started oxtails, curried chicken, goat and several other fish preparation choic- out bumpy. Our party of four decid- extensive fish and shrimp selections es, escovitch – similar to ceviche, a ROYAL CARIBBEAN ed to seat ourselves upon arrival – catapulted us to the Islands, name- common method of pickling cooked because there was nobody available ly Jamaica. fish in vinegar with garlic, thyme, to seat us. We waited quite some Location: 128 S. Highland Ave. We started with three orders of the and pimento seeds – is one of the time before someone noticed that deliciously mouth-watering Sea- notable fish preparation choices. Phone: 412-362-1861 we needed to see menus. Our fellow food Fritters ($4.50), deep fried We wanted to try the Bammy Hours: Tues.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-10 diners, seated at two nearby tables, bread on the sweet/salty side stuffed bread, a Jamaican flat bread, often p.m.; Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; sympathized with our wait. The with a generous portion of shrimp, compared to American pancakes, Sun. 1-8 p.m. (owner’s discre- general consensus, however, was scallops, and white fish accompa- that accompanies spicy foods, but tion) that the real old-fashioned Island nied by a tangy tarragon dipping they were out of it. Desserts are cuisine was well worth the wait. A sauce, which could be a meal itself; available, but not listed on the B.Y.O.B.; $2.50 corkage fee per continuous flow of take-out diners Crab Cakes ($7.50), fried miniature menu. The banana flambé ($5.50) a bottle and/or per six-pack of beer was lined up in the back of the gobs of crab meat patties with a dis- generous slice of spiced pound cake restaurant waiting to pick up orders, tinct hint of Jerk spice; and Jerk adorned with a sautéed banana and Reservations recommended for which appeared to be the hold-up. Shrimp ($7.99), deep fried and vanilla ice cream, was delightful. parties of four or more, especially The laid-back atmosphere of the served with mango chutney. Fried Light rum cake ($2.50), pound cake on the weekend. Take-out recom- restaurant, with its muted red, Plantains ($2.99) are also offered. drizzled with rum and served with mended for people in a rush. green, and yellow walls, paper The appetizer dishes are prepared vanilla ice cream, and Jamaican rum place mats, solitary decoration (a on the spot, and each order came out cake ($3.50), a heavier piece of No smoking. lacquered painting of Bob Marley one at a time (literally). Appetizers spiced pound cake with raisins and propped against the faux tikki bar in range from $2.99-$7.99. Dinner sal- other pieces of dried fruit, are usual- ads range from $6.00- $8.99. ly offered. The hearty entrees, presented in a Although the restaurant is laid- no-fuss manner, come with two back, a strong vibe of positive, choices of rice and peas (red beans), diverse energy flows through it. white rice, mashed potatoes, mixed This is not surprising, since the rich vegetables, black beans, greens, or history of Jamaica itself is a spicy steamed cabbage. The side dishes melting pot of assorted energy, with are intended to tame the fire of the its residents hailing from all over heated mixture of spices, including the world. A perfect global blend of Scotch bonnet (a pepper that makes cooking techniques and ingredients a jalapeño taste like a grape), thyme, mixed together with the fruit of the nutmeg, and pimento or allspice, tropics makes this cuisine one of the used in the Jerk marinade. most flavorful in the Caribbean. If “Did you miss me?” piped up the you’re not in a hurry, dining at house waitress as she brought out Royal Caribbean definitely is well our entrees with a smile and a big worth the wait. dash of personality. The Royal Shrimp ($13.25), a generous portion of jumbo shrimp sautéed in a “unique” brown Royal sauce with tomatoes and onions, beckoned my growling appetite. This dish was amazingly full of flavor and simply divine. The Curry Chicken ($9.25), lightly browned and simmered in curry sauce with potatoes and fresh GREENE COUNTY HOURS garden seasonings, so tender that it LANDSCAPES 11 to 6 fell off the bone, was another crowd pastels by pleaser. Ox Tails ($11.00), the tail of David Lesako Tues – Sat beef cattle (once known as discard- Continues through Sunday ed scrap meat, now considered a June 20, 2008 by appointment NEW!! delicacy by Caribbean Americans), galleryon43rdstreet.com was seasoned, marinated, and GIFT CARDS AVAILABLE braised so tender that it melted away 187 43RD STREET, LAWRENCEVILLE June 2008 • The Bulletin • Page 9 Custody and Visitation Rights Explained

Perhaps the most difficult situation By Frank Pistella school he or she will attend, and even for a family to face is what happens to Neighborhood Legal Services who will sign permission slips for the the children when parents are no Association child to be treated in emergency situa- longer living together. The potential tions? In most circumstances, parents for serious disagreements involving and Sunday with the other parent (the share legal custody. the children increases when parents partial custodian). Another custody When the parents agree to a custody face separation or divorce. The best arrangement is one in which the child arrangement, the next step is to get the thing for parents is to mutually agree lives with each parent on alternating agreement put into writing. An attor- about custody without involving the weeks. This is known as shared cus- ney can prepare the agreement and the court may decide the terms of a courts. The most important thing to tody, and could be hard on the child if ensure that the parties understand their custody or visitation arrangement. remember when working through cus- the parents are not in the same school rights. One attorney should not give Either parent can go to court to tody or visitation arrangements is that district. If there is some danger to the both parents advice. Each parent begin a custody action. At some time, the primary concern should always be child that would prevent a parent from should seek independent counsel. either before the hearing is held or the best interests of the children. having unsupervised contact with him Any drafted agreement can be taken during the hearing, the court may Any custody agreement should con- or her (drug and alcohol issues), that to court and entered as a legally bind- require the parents and the children to sider both the actual living arrange- parent may only receive the right to ing court order. The benefit of having attend counseling sessions to try to ments for the children, referred to as visitation. In this situation, the visit- a custody agreement turned into a work out an agreement. The judge "physical custody," and who will ing parent may not take the child from court order is that the parents' compli- may consider the counselor's report in make the educational, medical, and the primary custodial parent's home, ance with the agreement now rests crafting the custody order. If the coun- religious decisions for the children as or may be required to visit under the with the court, which can force each seling process does not produce an they grow, referred to as "legal cus- supervision of a third party at all parent to follow the terms of the agreement, a hearing will be sched- tody." Both physical and legal cus- times. It is very unusual for a parent to agreement. Without such a court uled. At the hearing, each parent will tody should be described in a written be denied all contact with their chil- order, both parents have an equal right be able to present evidence, including document called a "custody agree- dren. to custody, and either parent can then relevant witnesses. ment," signed by both parents. Regardless of the living arrange- take lawful possession of the child at The judge will make a decision, at Physical custody is divided between ments that the parents agree upon, any time. However, if one parent takes the conclusion of the hearing, based primary physical custody and partial legal custody must also be deter- a child away from another parent upon what is in the best interest of the physical custody. One example of a mined. Who will be responsible for without consent or denies a parent all child. All of the evidence submitted to standard custody arrangement would the decision-making that will affect access to the child, this can later be the court is analyzed against this stan- have the child live with one parent the child's life? Who will determine held against the offending parent in dard. A parent's income will not pre- Monday through Friday (the primary the day-care center where a child will future court proceedings. Under these vent him or her from gaining custody. custodian), while spending Saturday be placed, the elementary or high circumstances – when a child is taken As long as a parent has enough and an agreement can not be worked income to provide for the child's basic out for the child's return – a parent needs, he or she can be awarded cus- may file a custody case and ask a tody. The law requires that mothers judge to order the child's return. and fathers be treated equally. No par- If parents are unable to reach an ent has an automatic advantage to gain arrangement, they should consider custody based on their sex, regardless Seniorsville mediation services or parental coun- of the age of the child. After a custody Adult Day Care Center seling services that may be helpful in order is granted, either party may, in achieving an agreement. If mediation the future, request that the order be Coming Soon... is not available, going to an attorney is changed, if it appears that the change the next step. If attorneys cannot help Services Provided: the parents reach an agreement, then See CUSTODY, page 12 „ Exercise „ Recreation and Entertainment „ Nutritious Well-Balanced Meals TTAXAX MANMAN „ Individualized Plans of Care „ by Patrick N. Price Medical Care Tax Consultant „ Caregiver Support Internal Revenue Service „ Crafts „ And Much More The Advance EITC allows those taxpayers who expect to qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) in 2008 and have at least one For more information on our services, please contact us at: qualifying child to receive part of the credit in each paycheck dur- 412.441.6249 or www.seniorsvillepgh.com ing the year. Eligible taxpayers can receive their EITC when they truly need it each pay period, and reduce their need for costly refund loans. For tax year 2008, the maximum Advance EITC amount that 113 S. Aiken Avenue an employer is allowed to provide thoughout the year with an Pittsburgh, PA 15206 employee's pay is $1,750. You can check to see if you qualify for Advance EITC payments by completing the five questions on the 412.441.6249 www.seniorsvillepgh.com back of Form W-5, “Earned Income Credit Advance Payment Certificate,” available at www.irs.gov or through your employer. Page 10 • The Bulletin • June 2008 What Is Asthma?

Asthma is a common cause of By Amy J. DiPlacido, M.D. toms, and another inhaler during reversible airway obstruction. It is Bloomfield-Garfield Family acute exacerbations. Sometimes a chronic medical condition that Health Center people need pills in addition to can be controlled but not cured. inhalers. People with asthma When a person has an asthma tion that dilates the airways. should not smoke or be around attack, the airways tighten up and It is important for people with smokers. make mucus. asthma to try to identify what trig- During asthma exacerbations, a Symptoms of asthma may gers an asthma exacerbation, so person may need to be hospitalized include wheezing, coughing, and that those triggers can be avoided. for close monitoring and to receive chest tightness. However, wheez- Triggers can include exercise, steroids to help decrease the ing can be caused by several dif- allergies, cigarette smoke, cold inflammation. Occasionally people ferent conditions. Only your doctor weather, and infections. But some- need to be in the intensive-care can determine if your wheezing is times people cannot identify a trig- unit or intubated with a breathing due to asthma. ger. tube for very serious flares. To diagnose asthma, your doc- Some people have mild asthma If you think you may have asth- tor may order pulmonary function that can be controlled by using an ma, see your doctor for an evalua- testing. This involves breathing inhaler when needed. Other people tion. into a machine to test lung vol- may need to use inhalers once or umes and the response to medica- twice a day to control their symp-

MAKEOVER, from page 1

new and renovated toilets, refurbished interior walls, door and lighting treat- ments, and new conference and work spaces in the basement to be enjoyed by the community and the BGC's Youth Development Program. Local resident and BGC board member Eileen Kraus-Dobratz said of the proposed renovation, "We're hop- ing to make the center truly welcom- ing, a symbol of Garfield's resur- gence, a place where visitors and users say, 'Wow!' " The project will engage the partic- ipation of community members and local artists, truly making the center a distinctive neighborhood landmark. Interested residents may review and comment on the plans at the center during Art Cubed weekend, or contact EDGE STUDIO RENDERING OF RENOVATED COMMUNITY ACTIVITY the BGC at 412-441-6950. CENTER ON NORTH PACIFIC AVENUE. During Art Cubed, the center will also host an interactive display about improving the Penn Avenue there will also be an art project by a "neighborhood." This project will streetscape through “greening and Christine Bethea and Brenda Brown serve to display how people of all screening,” and encourage communi- that allows people of all ages to pro- backgrounds are "connected" by their ty members to identify their favorite duce colorful magnet "tiles" and cool love of community and their love of parts of the avenue. All day Saturday, paper people that will connect to form the arts. PRO TEC Pest & Termite Service The Bloomfield-Garfield Corporation’s annual membership drive kicks off this month, so “Quality Service watch for your renewal notice in the mail. Individuals and families join each year because at an Affordable Price” they feel there is a value to the BGC pushing for change in their neighborhood or offering Over 30 Years Experience a program that no one else does. When you become a member of the BGC or renew your Acc. Manager membership, you make a personal investment in the future of your neighborhood! John Cygnarowicz

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NEIGHBORHOOD VIEWPOINT Suspended Ceilings Won’t Guard Against Loose Plaster

Here is a safety By Angelle Guyette Of course, the tip for folks living Lawrenceville Resident best choice when in older homes: Do you find sag- not mistakenly believe that suspended ging, cracked ceilings is to complete- ceilings will catch loose plaster that ly replace them - but often that is not By Bill Stanhope and Kate Bayer falls. Mine didn’t! a financially viable option. In Memory and Honor of Jay Bernard If you live in an old house or build- When asked how to prevent such a ing with suspended ceilings, it is cru- collapse inexpensively, if you can't cial to check up under the ceiling tiles afford to gut and plaster the ceilings once in a while. Houses around here under the tiles, one local handyman can be over 100 years old, and they suggests a temporary fix – placing Want To Play? have "settled." Cracks and bowing drywall up over the cracks and screw- can appear in the plaster, but be hid- ing that to the lathing. Another used My name is Cooper, and boy, do I have a lot of energy for running, playing, and den by suspended ceilings, and then screws with big, 2-inch washers on just about any physical activity you can think of! I am a 5-year-old Redbone collapse with no warning. either side of the cracks. The idea is Coonhound and Rhodesian Ridgeback mix. I’m an excellent walking partner The old horsehair plaster is ex- just to support the weight of the plas- and a perfect gentleman on a leash. Oh, and did I tell you I also love my treats? tremely heavy and will take the sus- ter that is bowing and pulling away Any kind will do! I’m neutered and up-to-date on all my shots and vaccina- pended ceiling with it. The average- from the lath, to prevent further tions. I came to the Animal Rescue League when I grew too big for my origi- sized section to fall (based on three pulling away. nal owner – but if you are someone who wants a large dog, then I’m the boy local ceilings) is about 6 x 4 feet, and Most importantly, while such loos- for you! I guess I should also tell you that I’m a card-carrying member of the can weigh as much as 200 pounds. ening of the ceiling plaster can be just "hound choir," so I’ll be delighted to accompany you or anyone else in a duet. In addition to the obvious safety the result of vibrations from heavy My ARL ID # is A04214685. hazards and health risks for those with traffic and normal settling of the asthma, electronics like your comput- house, it can also be caused by mois- Cooper is available at the Animal Rescue League, 6620 Hamilton Avenue, er and printer will hate the dust and ture getting in. So have your roof, Pittsburgh, PA 15206. Call 412-661-6452 for more information. the accumulated black soot that flashing, and gutters checked – and comes down. (Vacuum the keyboard; stay safe! Breed Tip of the Month: Coonhounds are American scent hounds bred for the do not use the compressed air canis- unique quarry and working conditions in the United States Rhodesian ters to remove the debris.) Ridgebacks are indigenous to South Africa, and have as a distinguishing fea- ture hair that runs down their backs in the opposite direction to their coat. They are loyal and intelligent animals that have a tendency towards "loving mis- chief." (Source: Wikipedia)

PARTNERSHIP, from page 1

his wife and two daughters in Squirrel to PPND for small grants for market Hill – Cox appreciates neighborhoods analysis, architecture and engineering where people "can live, walk, go out to studies, and the like. eat, get entertainment." Cox says he will also be working on In his first two months on the job, the setting up a collective approach to new director has been busy "learning recruiting businesses to the four neigh- about the community and getting the borhoods; what's good for one commu- lay of the land," meeting community nity, he says, is good for the whole. leaders, boards of directors, stakehold- "Just because a business locates in one ers, and business owners, and trying to neighborhood – like Target coming to get a handle on the needs and workings East Liberty," he points out, "doesn't of each of the four organizations he rep- mean it doesn't benefit the other neigh- resents. One of his first tangible proj- borhoods in the area." ects is devising a solution to the serious Since right now there is only fund- lighting problem on the stretch of Penn ing for the director's salary for two Avenue between St. Mary's and years, Cox acknowledges that one of Allegheny cemeteries. With the cooper- the requirements of his new position is ation of the cemeteries, he has "a sense of adventure." approached Duquesne Light's neighbor- "We're in uncharted territory," he hood lighting project for funding to admits, "and there are a lot of "uplight" the trees along the stone wall unknowns. The Partnership is definitely and the Allegheny Cemetery gatehouse, a work in progress." to make those very dark blocks brighter And, although Cox answers to all four and safer. organizations, says Bloomfield- Another project includes applying to Garfield Corporation executive director the Pittsburgh Partnership for Rick Swartz, ultimately "the end prod- Neighborhood Development (PPND) to ucts of the Partnership’s collaboration try to obtain "Multi-neighborhood will result from the contributions of Strategic Corridor Designation" for many different institutions, groups, and Penn Avenue. If secured, the designa- individuals." tion will allow the Partnership to apply Page 12 • The Bulletin • June 2008 Be Smart with Credit Card Use

There are many good reasons to By Cathy Niederberger Achieving a Healthy Credit Score have a credit card. They are safer than Managing Director of Community Understanding a credit card and its carrying cash, and useful for purchas- Development Banking features is only part of the story. Here es over the phone or Internet, or when are some tips for managing a credit you don’t have cash on hand. And pay at least the minimum on a timely card to help maintain or achieve a they are handy in emergencies. basis. healthy credit score: But remember, credit cards are still • Pay more than the minimum credit, and smart use of them will amounts on credit card balances. This Common Features the time, be selective. Just because a have a positive affect on your credit way, you will pay them off sooner. Some common features of credit bank gives you a credit card with a report. Poor use, however, can result • Keep credit card debt within your cards are worth reviewing. For one, large limit doesn’t mean that you in bad credit, which can take years to own personal limits. If having credit credit cards will have a limit on how should spend all the way up to the repair. cards encourages you to spend too much you can borrow. In addition, credit limit, or that you can’t request much, cut up the cards that hold the they: that the institution lower the credit Credit Card Basics greatest temptation. Don’t accept or • Charge interest after a certain period limit. If you use your credit card Credit cards are unsecured loans apply for any new ones until or unless of time wisely, you can improve or maintain a offered by a bank based on your abili- you can financially manage them. If • Require minimum monthly pay- good credit rating, while enjoying the ty to pay as determined by your credit you buy beyond your means, you’ll ments convenience and payment flexibility history and other factors. The interest rack up expensive interest charges • Charge late fees on top of the month- that credit cards can offer. rate on unpaid balances will tend to be ly payment if you do not pay your bill that can take years to pay off. higher than on loans secured by assets • Save cash advances for emergen- on time To learn more about PNC Bank’s such as a car or house. The benefit, cies. Fees and interest rates are usual- • May offer added services, such as products and services, please stop by however, is that you can re-use the ly higher. rebates, extended warranties, cash- a local branch, call 1-888-PNC- credit over and over again each time back incentives, or even air miles BANK, or visit www.pnc.com. you pay the balance down, provided Before you accept a credit card, So, even though banks and stores you have taken good care of the cred- make sure you ask the following ques- are mailing you credit card offers all it. A healthy credit score or payment tions: history will determine the amount of • What is the annual fee, if any? the line of credit (limit) and the inter- • What is the annual interest rate? est rate charge to the balance. • How are the finance charges calcu- Laurentian Hall If you don’t have a credit history, a lated? Sometimes the finance charges credit card can help to establish one. are based on the entire amount due, Apartments But start out slow. Apply for a low- not just the unpaid amounts. limit credit card. Make every payment • How many days before the credit Apartment Living for Senior Citizens on time, and do not apply for too card company starts charging interest? in an Elegant Setting many cards. • Are there any transaction fees? Once you’ve had the card for six Some lenders charge a fee for cash months or more, and are comfortable advances, late payments, or exceeding with the payment requirements, add a your credit limit. new credit card with a higher balance • If you’re being offered a special limit or request a higher line on your introductory rate, what will the rate be existing credit card. But continue to when the special offer is over?

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East End Groups Team Up for Weekend of Art and Culture The Penn Avenue Arts Initiative, formance studios often By Sarah Collins at 11 a.m., Law- history showcase, and so much more Lawrenceville Corp., and East Liberty involve their audi- Friendship Development Associates renceville busi- celebrating the neighborhood. Development Inc. are teaming up to ences in the creative nesses will open For easy access to all three neigh- host Art Cubed, a celebration of art, process, and both their doors for an borhoods, Art Cubed buses will be music, and culture in Pittsburgh's East Attack Theatre and the Pittsburgh all-day sidewalk sale. Hours vary by circulating throughout the neighbor- End, on June 6 and 7. The event aims Glass Center will engage their audi- business; some venues will be open hoods during the day on Saturday, to unite the three communities, while ences in the creative processes of late with live music. beginning at noon. celebrating the character of each dance and glass-making. Guests are encouraged to explore Art Cubed has been made possible neighborhood. Participating art venues span all the shops, boutiques, galleries, restau- with the generous support of City of “We are thrilled about collaborat- artistic mediums – glass, dance, sculp- rants and coffee shops, music venues, Pittsburgh, Mayor Luke Ravenstahl, ing with Lawrenceville and East ture, clothing, paintings, clay, spoken a theater, library, bowling alley, tea Mainstreets Pittsburgh (a program of Liberty,” says Jeffrey Dorsey, execu- word, and a vast array of music. For a room, and more. Nearly all of the the Urban Redevelopment Authority tive director of Friendship Develop- complete listing of partici- businesses are locally funded in part by the City of ment Associates and a partner with the pating venues, please visit owned, and many fea- Pittsburgh, Mayor Luke Ravenstahl, Bloomfield-Garfield Corporation in www.pennavenuearts.org ture products handcraft- and the Pennsylvania Department of the Penn Avenue Arts Initiative. and click on the ed by local artists, Community and Economic “Organic collaboration such as this “Unblurred” sign. emerging designers, and Development) and sponsorship from not only showcases the work the Art Cubed continues the proprietors them- Pittsburgh City Paper, Port Authority, groups are doing in response to their on Saturday, June 7, when selves, as well as vin- Whole Foods Market, and Imagebox. respective main streets, but demon- youth and family-oriented tage wares and antique The Penn Avenue Arts Initiative is strates how together the arts and art activities will be home furnishings. generously supported by an anony- design niche communities have a offered throughout the Home to the 16:62 mous donor, Pittsburgh City Paper, strong foundation in the East End.” Penn Avenue Arts District. Design Zone, Law- Community Design Center of Festivities kick off on Friday, June Parents and children will be able to renceville boasts more than 60 arts- Pittsburgh, the Heinz Endowments, 6, with "Unblurred: First Fridays on take a dance class, create a neighbor- and design-related businesses, all Hunt Foundation, Local Initiatives Penn." Various galleries in the Penn hood mosaic, or silkscreen a T-shirt at independently owned, and many Support Corporation, Main Street Avenue Arts District (4800-5500 Penn various locations on and off the housed in beautifully restored turn-of- Pittsburgh (a program of the Urban Avenue) – all within walking distance avenue. the-century buildings. Learn more at Redevelopment Authority funded in of each other – will open their doors In Lawrenceville, visitors will www.lawrenceville-pgh.com. part by the City of Pittsburgh, Mayor and showcase a variety of artwork and experience the creative vibe and East Liberty will host Proud Hood, Luke Ravenstahl, and the performances by an eclectic mix of friendly community feeling that a celebration of East Liberty's arts and Pennsylvania Department of artists. Many of the district’s per- defines the neighborhood. Beginning culture, diversity, history, and com- Community and Economic Develop- munity connections on Saturday. ment), Pittsburgh City Council, History has shown that this is a com- Pittsburgh Partnership for Neighbor- Cutitta Chiropractic munity of strong character, resilience, hood Development, R.K. Mellon and soul. Foundation, Saturday Light Brigade, After the hardships that East and the Urban Redevelopment © Liberty has gone through, the neigh- Authority of Pittsburgh. borhood has reason to be proud that The Lawrenceville Sidewalk Sale people can come together as a com- is being organized and supported by munity and share vibrant, unique cul- the business community, with assis- tures. Join residents and patrons for tance from the Lawrenceville the festivities on Saturday from noon Corporation. to 4 p.m. in East Liberty's Town Proud Hood is made possible by Square, surrounding East Liberty Coldwell Banker, PNC Bank, Scion, Presbyterian Church (ELPC) on Nakturnal, and Fifth Third Bank. Whitfield Street, between Penn For more information about Art Avenue and Baum Boulevard. There Cubed, call 412-441-6147 x7, 412- will be live music, performance art, 782-5100 x102, or 412-361-8061 crafts, youth talent performances, a x19.

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BULLETIN BOARD

and progress of our community by show- Saturday, June 21, at 6 p.m., there will be 412-600-2068 or visit www.law- The Bulletin Board publishes casing what makes us unique – architects “A Night of Elegance” (semi-formal), rencevillehousetour.org. Also, contact listings of volunteer opportu- and architecture! This year’s tour is titled, sponsored by the Sight and Sound Kate if you’d like to volunteer. nities, free or low-cost events “Pride and Progress – the history of archi- Ministry of the church. Evangelist Karen and classes, announcements, tects and architecture in Friendship.” The Arrington of Living Water Ministries and “SO YOU WANT TO fundraising events, and serv- tour begins at EDGE studio and features Pastor Joseph Lewis of Trinity AME ices that are of particular homes with interesting architectural Church in Chartiers will be ministering in WORK IN A CASINO?” interest to our neighbor- amenities, as well as the homes and busi- song. For more information, call 412- hoods. Send announcements The Northside Leadership Conference nesses of various architects in the com- 361-9865. (NSLC) and the Community College of to [email protected] by munity. A particularly interesting stop the 15th of each month. Allegheny County (CCAC) will offer a along the tour route will be the home of free workshop in Lawrenceville on Information is published on prominent 19th-century architect Charles LOW-INCOME HOME a space-available basis. Tuesday, June 3, from 6 to 9 p.m. called M. Bartberger and the school he BUYERS’PROGRAM “So You Want To Work in a Casino?” The designed, now Pittsburgh Montessori. Allegheny Valley Bank has partnered workshop is open to the public and will Please stay tuned as further information cover employment information, qualifica- SUMMER TERM AT DANCE unfolds! with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh to offer the First Front Door tions and work environment, employment ALLOY THEATER Home Buyer Program. Qualified barriers, and the process of applying to The Dance Alloy Theater School will SUMMER CLASSES AT Allegheny Valley Bank customers can the state to receive the credentials have expanded class offerings during its PGH DANCE ARTS receive up to $5,000 in matching dollars required to work in a casino. The infor- 2008 Summer School Term, which runs toward the down payment and closing mation session will be held at the Stephen June 7 through August 8. Zumba, a Come spend the summer with Pittsburgh costs associated with home ownership. To Foster Community Center, 286 Main fusion of Latin and international music Dance Arts, 4059 Penn Avenue (near qualify for the program, applicants must Street. Other workshops will be held that creates a dynamic, exciting and Main Street). Experience the magic of meet certain criteria, such as be first-time throughout the region, so watch for the effective fitness system, will be offered, dance, theater, and tumbling with our homebuyers and be able to contribute per- schedule in newspapers or on the NSLC and an advanced level of Pilates will be expert teaching artists, in our safe and sonal funds as part of the down payment website at www.pittsburghnorthside.com. available for those students who have friendly environment. Increase strength and closing costs. Applicants’ income For more information, please call 412- already mastered the foundation. An all- and flexibility, develop coordination, and level must be at or below 80 percent of 330-2551 or email casinocareers@pitts- ages Communal West African Dance improve motor skills. Tumbling & Dance the area median income, and they must be burghnorthside.com. class will be offered with Master of Camp (June 23-27, ages 4-12); willing to complete at least four hours of Traditional African Drum & Dance/ Performing Arts Camp (July 28-August 4, homeownership counseling prior to the PITTSBURGH DANCE Choreographer, Aboubacar "Oscar" ages 5-14); and Ballet Intensive (August purchase of the home, which will include Camara. (A special open class for par- 4-8, ages 7-14 - for the serious ballet stu- the topic of predatory lending. ARTS RECITAL ents and kids will be available for $5 per dent). For adults, join us for on-going, Prospective home buyers should contact "Snow White and the 7 Dwarfs" and "The person at noon, Saturday, June 7, as part energizing, inspirational, and fun classes Anthony Deluca at 412-745-2828, or visit Pittsburgh Dance Arts Student Company of Art Cubed. Refreshments will be pro- (all levels) in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, and more. any of AVB’s local offices. Recital" will be held June 16, 6:30 p.m., vided, space is limited and first come, Call 412-681-7523 or go to our website at the Kelly-Strayhorn Theater, 5941 first served.) Break Dancing will be for schedule information: www.pgh- TAI CHI CLASSES AT Penn Ave. Tickets at the door. Call available in three dynamic workshops dance.com. Pittsburgh Dance Arts for more info: 412- taught by local artist Devin Fay - no prior ELPC 681-7523; or go to www.pgh-dance.com. dance experience required. A range of LITERACY VOLUNTEER Stretch yourself this spring with Tai Chi! creative movement classes continue to be TRAINING Classes are again being offered weekly at offered for children as young as 3, East Liberty Presbyterian Church, 116 S. SEEDS OF HOPE SUMMER including First Steps, Creative Greater Pittsburgh Literacy Council Highland Avenue, on Tuesdays, 10-11 DAY CAMP Movement, Creative Pre-Ballet, and (GPLC), Pennsylvania’s second largest a.m. and 6-7 p.m. Judy Crow will return Seeds of Hope Church Earthen Vessels Introduction to Dance, as well as a vari- adult education agency, is seeking volun- as the instructor. A donation of $3 per Outreach announces its seventh year of ety of classes for tweens, teens, and teers to teach English as a Second class is requested. For questions or fur- Summer Day Camp (located in the adults. For information, call 412-363- Language (ESL) to adult students ther information, contact Rev. Patrice Garfield, Bloomfield, Friendship area). 4321 or visit www.dancealloy.org. throughout Allegheny County, and espe- Fowler-Searcy at 412-441-3800 x 30. cially in the East End. This month, GPLC Six weeks, 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m., Monday – Friday, June 16–July 25. Camp includes ALLEY IEW UMMER is offering one workshop for volunteers V V S wishing to tutor non-native English L’VILLE HOUSE TOUR hot breakfast and lunch. Mornings: Bible, math, reading and computers. After- FREEDOM CAMP speakers in English as a Second It’s already time to start thinking about noons: swimming, tennis, soccer, basket- Valley View Presbyterian Church, located Language. The workshop will be in East the Lawrenceville Historic House Tour, ball, recreational activities, arts and crafts at 601 North Aiken Street, presents Liberty at the GPLC Main Office on June which takes place Oct. 4-5. In honor of etc. Field trips include bowling, Idlewild “Freedom Camp 2008,” from June 25 17, 19, 24, and 26 from 6 to 9 p.m. No Pittsburgh’s 250th Anniversary celebra- Park, Pittsburgh Zoo, and Carnegie through July 26, Monday-Thursday, 9 foreign language experience necessary. tion, the house tour is kicking it up a Science Center. Sliding scale cost. Call a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Arts & crafts, music, This workshop provides volunteer tutors notch! The event will spotlight historic Ms. Marilyn 412-414-2993 for informa- math, field trips, Bible study, and lan- with 12 hours of training that equips them residences throughout the Lawrenceville tion and registration. guage arts for boys and girls, ages 6 to 12. with the necessary skills to help their stu- neighborhood and include historic reen- Registration: Wednesdays and Fridays, 10 dents. Advance registration is required. actments and performances at various a.m. to 2 p.m.; Sundays 1-2 p.m. For To obtain more information and registra- locations. And, for the first time, you can VINTAGE GRAND PRIX tion forms, please call Peggi at 412-661- more information, call Jeris White at 412- nominate your own Lawrenceville house FUNDRAISING EVENTS 361-0870, or Pastor Chad Collins at 412- 7323 or visit our website at – or somebody else’s in the community – 708-6158. www.gplc.org. to be included in the “Snapshots Through Geno's Restaurant in Lawrenceville and Time” Lawrenceville Historic House the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix MORNINGSIDE C.O.G.I.C. Tour. Houses that are nominated should Association announce two huge summer- SAVE THE DATE: JUNE PROGRAMS represent a particular time period, or have time events to raise money for the Autism FRIENDSHIP HOUSE TOUR an interesting history or individual associ- Society of Pittsburgh and the Allegheny The Summer Vacation Bible School of ated with the house. Houses should also Valley School. The first annual Pre-Grand Mark your calendars! On Sunday, the Morningside Church of God in Christ, be either restored or renovated in a Prix Celebration on Saturday, June 14, September 21, Friendship hosts the 15th 5173 Dearborn St. in Garfield, will be thoughtful or unique manner. Modern and will feature special appearances from Annual Friendship House Tour. In the sponsoring a Children's and Youth Day “green” restorations are also welcome! local celebrities, classic cars, auctions, celebration of Pittsburgh’s 250th birth- service, Sunday, June 8 at 4 p.m. Guest Mail nominations to Kate Bayer. 4738 raffles, prizes, gong show karaoke, and day, Friendship is celebrating the pride groups will be participating. Also, on Hatfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15201, call more! Steely McBeam will be available June 2008 • The Bulletin • Page 15 for photo opportunities from 2 to 3 p.m. Doors open at noon, and the event runs HAVE A SAFE, FUN, EDUCATIONAL SUMMER until 2 a.m. Founded by Myron Cope 26 years ago, the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix Association hosts a number of spec- The summer is here in the City of By Luke Ravenstahl occurred during the year. Bike lanes tacular events over a 10-day period each Pittsburgh. As the temperature Mayor, City of Pittsburgh and trails have been transformed and July and has raised over $2.5 million for increases, so do my efforts to improve expanded, and we now have 22 miles autism since 1983. The Kickoff Rallye, and protect the streets of Pittsburgh. and supervision of the Student of riverfront trails for your biking and taking place on Sunday, July 6, is an We will focus on families and on Conservation Association (SCA). walking enjoyment! Through Green action-packed scavenger hunt on wheels that features appearances and participa- enriching the lives of our youth this This year’s program has a stronger Up Pittsburgh projects, the city is tion by many local celebrities. The race summer, in addition to our continued emphasis on education, with addition- moving toward a greener footprint, starts at South Craig Street in Oakland efforts in renovating and restoring the al time spent on conservation service- though our efforts to revitalize the and finishes at Geno's Restaurant, 5147 land and buildings throughout our learning projects. Students will bal- environment around Pittsburgh do not Butler Street. Register to participate in city. ance their work with training from stop at landscaping vacant properties. the PVGP Kickoff Rallye by visiting The Pittsburgh Promise™ is off to SCA on career exploration, environ- In a huge victory for the city and for www.pvgp.org. a successful first year, with more than mental concerns, and stewardship of you, we have received a $1.35 million 950 applications received. The schol- public lands throughout the summer. dollar grant from the U.S. Fish and GARFIELD CLEANUP & arships will go toward the academic I am committed to improving the Wildlife Service for the construction BEAUTIFICATION EVENT year 2008-2009. The City of opportunities available for all resi- of recreational docks at the planned Pittsburgh and UPMC are collaborat- dents of Pittsburgh, young and old. I South Side Shore Riverfront Park at Garfield Jubilee Association and its ing in providing approved applicants recognize that enhancing safety on the South Side Works. We endeavor to Youthbuild participants will host a with aid to be distributed over four streets is imperative to successfully strengthen our city’s ties to the water, Garfield Neighborhood Cleanup and Beautification Event on Saturday, June 7, years, and it is with great pride that we cleaning up the city. That is why I as well as enhance opportunities for from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 5315 Hillcrest recognize their accomplishments and have made a commitment to a safer the economy to grow through an addi- Street (old Garfield YMCA). Volunteers send them off to achieve even more! summer in Pittsburgh by increasing tional point of entry into South Side are needed to help clean vacant lots, col- As the city prepares and supports the number of cops on the streets dur- Works. lect litter, weed, and plant flowers. For students to pursue higher education, ing the summer months. The Beat Cop In addition to our newly renovated more information, call 412-665-5204 or we are also committed to providing Program deploys three more beat offi- riverfronts, trails, and parks, it is resi- 412-661-7982. (Rain date: June 14.) service-learning, work, and career cers in each city police zone, bringing dents like you that are at the heart of education programs through the the total number of beat officers to Pittsburgh, making each summer bet- F4 SAYS “THANKS!” Pittsburgh Summer Youth approximately five for each of 22 ter and better. We are providing the Employment Program (PSYEP). Last weeks. From May 1 through services and opportunities for a safe, On behalf of the Friendship Flower and year’s program had 197 students from September 30, the police forces of fun, and educational summer to you, Folk Festival Committee, a big thanks to ages 14 to 18 participating in city- Pittsburgh are increasing the number but it is through your support and all those who came out to the event! The wide projects. In celebration of of beat officers, focusing on ensuring engagement that we are successful. I weather cleared, and the sun shined Pittsburgh 250 and in light of the suc- encourage you to take advantage of all down. More than 400 people visited the safety of business districts and city Baum Grove throughout the day! Thank cess of PSYEP 2007, this year we parks, and targeting high-risk areas of these programs and enjoy the sum- you to all of those who volunteered, per- have expanded the size of the program for closer surveillance. mer to the fullest. formed, or purchased flowers, food, to hire 250 students. The students will The warm summer months are also For more information on initiatives books, or raffle items. Your support is work on the Department of Public the perfect time to take advantage of discussed in this article, log on to greatly appreciated! Works projects under the management all the renovation efforts that have pghgov.com, or call 412-255-2566. FFRREEEE TTOO TTHHEE PPEEOOPPLLEE

Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh East Liberty PC Center: sure your personal information is Art Cubed East Liberty Branch Introduction to Computers secure. Thursday, June 26, 10:30 a.m.- Saturday, June 7, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Make 130 S. Whitfield St. 412-363-8232 Do you know how to use a mouse? 12:30 p.m. a collage and other family crafts. Do you know where the Enter key is? To register for these classes or for more Preschool Storytime What about the different parts of the Summer Reading Kickoff information about our free computer For ages 3-5. Thursdays, 10:30 a.m., computer? If you are unsure about any For everyone. Saturday, June 28, 1-3 classes, call the PC Center-East Liberty at June 5, 12, 19, and 26 of these questions, this class is for you! p.m. 412-363-6105. Learn the basics of a computer, mouse, Mattress Factory Art Lab and keyboard as a prerequisite for all For ages 3-14, with family members. our other computer classes. Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Saturday, June 7, 1 p.m. Make a pup- NOTE: This class is designed for Lawrenceville Branch pet with found objects. those who have little or no computer 279 Fisk Street 412-682-3668 experience. Wednesday, June 4, 2:30- Storytime Dad’s Day at the Library 4:30 p.m. OR Thursday, June 19, For ages 3-5. Thursdays, 11 a.m., June For ages 3-12, with father or father fig- 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 5, 12, 19, and 16. ure. Saturday, June 14, 11 a.m. Shopping on the WWW Adult Book Discussion Group Catch the Reading Bug: Dragonflies Learn the basics of savvy shopping on Monday, June 9, 5 p.m. This month’s For ages 6-12. Wednesday, June 25, the Web, including how to find good title is The Road, by Cormac 1:30 p.m. deals and product reviews, and how be McCarthy. Page 16 • The Bulletin • June 2008

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