Album Recorded in Hazelwood Makes National, International Noise

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Published by Hazelwood Initiative, Inc. 5344 Second Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15207 Album Recorded in Hazelwood Makes National, International Noise Some of the reviews have called it “a perfect Summer record,” while others have described it as fitting “between San Franciscan AM pop, fuzzy sci-fi soundscapes and New Age- leaning placidity.” The album is “If You Take Your Magic Slow,” the latest release on vinyl and digital download from multi-instrumentalist Jennifer Baron, who fronts an outfit called The Garment District. Half of the album was recorded by Jennifer and husband/ bandmate Greg Langel at home, while the rest was recorded in Hazelwood at Front and back covers of the If You Take Your Magic Slow album. Greg Matecko’s Frankenstein Sound Laboratory. receiving all kinds of rave reviews lit- up on various websites and YouTube. Kind of a strange name for a studio, erally all over the world. Locally, Jen- He traded album cover art to the stu- isn’t it? nifer was also the cover girl and story dio owner in exchange for recording “Not really,” says Matecko. “Kind in the August 13 issue of Pittsburgh’s time, which only added fuel to the fire of appropriate. Most of the equipment City Paper, and received write ups in of wanting to learn the secrets of the is old bits and pieces of antiquated both Pittsburgh Magazine and the Post process. gear kind of stitched together. Even the Gazette. An encounter with legendary Pitts- Pro Tools rig is old. And the basement Reviews have also been positive burgh music producer Nick Cenci where the drums were recorded looks internationally, on music sites such as kicked things into overdrive. like a dungeon.” Under The Radar, Tiny Mix Tapes (who “I got in the door with some friends Baron became aware of Matecko also conducted a lengthy interview) as who had recordings when Nick was through a friend of her husband’s. well as a few sites in France. starting Decco records with the DiCe- Discovering that he had similar tastes Her music lineage dates back to a sare-Engler folks. I offered some sug- in music, plus a willingness to experi- stint in the band The Ladybug Transis- gestions on how their recordings could ment, Matecko was asked to be in- tor, whose album was highly rated in a be improved, and Nick responded en- volved in the project. recent magazine article on Merge Re- thusiastically. That was a great vote of “It was both fun and educational,” cords, the band’s label at the time. confidence!” he says. “Jennifer definitely had a vi- Matecko, a Hazelwood resident Matecko worked his way up the sion as to where the music was going, since the mid-70’s, is by day a graphic tech line, going from 4 track and 8 and I had to make sure it was all prop- designer, and a long-time music fan. track analog to the digital world over erly translated sonically. Having simi- “Art and music always go hand in the years. Those of you who were fans lar tastes in music, plus an appreciation hand,” he says. “Artists want to be mu- of the O’Brien and Garry radio show for all that’s come before, we were able sicians, and musicians want to be art- may remember the song, “An O’Brien to reference sounds and feels of some ists.” Matecko has done both, including and Garry Christmas.” That was writ- New Bus Route Provides of the more unusual recordings from fronting a band called The UpBeats ten and recorded after a band practice Better Access for Greenfield the 60’s and 70’s.” during the 80’s and 90’s, and releas- by Matecko, and dropped off at the sta- Since it’s release, the album’s been ing a single that occasionally shows tion one night. and Hazelwood Residents Matecko also had done a few goofy jingles with the band that were aired on Some great news for local folks who rely on the Port the Quinn and Banana Show on B-94. Authority for their daily travels. It was announced recently He also did some remastering work that the 93 Lawrenceville-Oakland route has now been ex- with radio icon Terry Lee in the 80’s. panded to include Greenfield, Hazelwood and Glen Hazel “Loved working with him. Got to in its coverage, and has been rechristened as the 93 Law- hear a lot of stories from the days when renceville-Hazelwood. he ruled the radio here in Pittsburgh.” This gives local residents greater access to Schenley says Matecko. Park, Oakland, Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC So what’s next? Matecko is cur- and Lawrenceville. This eliminates the need to take the bus rently working with a New York video downtown and transfer to other routes to get to some of the producer on a song for his video pro- areas now available on this route. duction company, a horn-driven song According to Port Authority spokesperson Jim Ritchie, from the 1930’s. in an interview with the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, since the “It was originally going to be done buses running the 93 route had been moved from the East by a New York artist who specialized Liberty garage to the West Mifflin location and are already in recreating the sounds of way back are passing through those neighborhoods, “we’re simply when,” Matecko said, “but that fell starting the route sooner to benefit riders and make better through. The video guy is originally use of this on-road time,” Mr. Ritchie said. from Pittsburgh, and asked some of The updated route too effect on August 31. For schedule Tracking in Hazelwood - The members of The Garment District at information, visit www.portauthority.org. work recording their LP, If You Take Your Magic Slow. Continued on Page 2

What’s Up? Community news...... Page 3 Greenfield Grapevine All the Greenfield news...... Page 9 What About Food? Food security...... Page 6 St. Rosalia Academy Making dreams come true .Page 12 31st Ward Wire National Night Out highlights...... Page 7 Hazelwood Library Happenings and events...... Page 14 Page 2 THE HOMEPAGE September 2014

Hazelwood Initiative Membership Meeting CAR BARN, 5344 SECOND AVENUE Tuesday, September 9, 2014 6:30 PM

______6:30 PM Mission Statement...... Deloris Livsey, Chair HAZELWOOD______• GREENFIELD • 31st WARD 6:30 PM Schedule of Hazelwood Initiative Meetings...... Dianne Shenk 6:40 PM Minutes of June Meeting/July Community ...... Rev. Boone, Secretary The Homepage is published by the Hazelwood Initiative, Forum Inc., and is made possible by generous support from 6:45 PM Treasurer Report...... Chuck Christen, Treasurer Councilman Corey O’Connor and State Representative 6:50 PM Hazelwood Initiative Governance Committee ...... Deloris Livsey, Chair Harry Readshaw along with advertising from local Report organizations and businesses. 6:55 PM Executive Director Report...... Jim Richter, ...... Executive Director Editor Emeritus 7:10 PM Hazelwood Initiative Planning Committee...... Jim Richter, Update Report...... Executive Director Lucille Kennedy PCRG Community Coordinator...... Steve Novotny, ...... Dave Brewton, Executive Editor ...... Consultants Jim Richter ...... Kris DiPietro, Chair HIPC 7:45 PM Community Announcements Editor • Graphics 8:00 PM Adjournment Greg Matecko NEXT HAZELWOOD INTIATIVE COMMUNITY FORUM Contributing Writers Tuesday, October 14, 2014 6:30 PM • Car Barn Kris DiPietro Councilman Corey Rep. Dan Frankel O’Connor Hazelwood Album - Continued from Page 1 Gina Godfrey Shawn Patton his musical acquaintances if they full of mic wires and horn play- 7th grade CCD. What do the kids Jim Richter Ellie Gordon knew anyone who could help.” ers.” The project is currently in the think of his sideline? Ellen Gula Edward Salaj “That was fun - but the wife final mix stage. “I don’t think they believe me Melissa Harding Dianne Shenk wasn’t real happy when she came Matecko is also a member of sometimes when I tell them,” he Patrick Hassett Neil Schaming home one night to a living room St. Stephen Parish, and teaches laughs. Kate Hickey JoAnn Willey Mitch Margaria Brett Wiwiowara Rev. Leslie Boone Jim McCue

Proof Readers E. A. Gill • J. Gonzalez Hazelwood Initiative Call For © Copyright 2014. All rights reserved. Hazelwood Initiative, Inc. Board Member Nominations 5344 Second Avenue The Hazelwood Initiative, Inc is accepting nominations for a slate of new Pittsburgh, PA 15207 Board members to be elected by the HI Membership. The deadline for nomi- 412-421-7234 nations is October 1, 2014. Nominees must be current members of the Initia- [email protected] tive. What kind of Board members are we looking for? The Homepage encourages all residents of Greenfield, Greater Hazelwood, Hays, New Homestead, and Lincoln 1. Responsible Place along with those who have an interest in those com- 2. Respectful particularly of diverse culture, race, ethnicity, munities to express their opinions on local, regional, state, sexual orientation, etc. and national issues. 3. Intelligence The Homepage reserves the right to decide what content 4. Highly Cooperative is appropriate for publication and may edit submissions for length or form. The opinions expressed, whether by paid 5. Pleasant, not confrontational advertisement or editorial content do not necessarily reflect 6. Strong leadership skills the views of this newspaper, not those of the Hazelwood Initiative, Inc., the Greenfield Community Association, nor 7. Concerned & considerate of the needs of the Community the 31st Ward Democratic Club. 8. Hard Working Email your letters to [email protected]. 9. Trustworthy Primary Responsibilities of Board membership fall in the areas of Governance and Stewardship: 1. Meeting Attendance: at least nine of the 11 Board meetings; at least six of the 11 Membership/Community meetings. 2. Committee Participation: chair or be an active member of at least one committee. Our Mission Statement 3. Giving: Make a meaningful annual financial contribution to HI. The mission of Hazelwood Initiative, as a community- Nominees must complete an application and be available to be inter- based community development corporation, is to be viewed before the November meeting. neighborhood-driven, providing a shared stronger Please send you nominations to the Hazelwood Initiative, Inc., 5344 Sec- voice for Greater Hazelwood, by gathering community ond Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15207. input to build a sense of hope, harmony and promise, and by supporting human, spiritual and community development. Nominee Name______

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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 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 Hazelwood 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 Bridges Campaign - 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 Reverend Alvin Coon, Pastor Bishop Gerald Loyd Pittsburgh, PA 15217 Sunday School - 9:00 AM 412-422-8794 Jeffrey Lukacs, Pastor St. John The Evangelist Baptist Church Worship - 10:00 AM will present a play, God Always Makes A Wednesday Night Bible Study Oasis Ministries, Inc. “The church with the bright red fence” 4944 Second Avenue Way! The date is Saturday September 20 at 7:00 PM Sunday Service 10:30 AM Elder Ray Lankford 2:00 PM. Visit our Website: 412-422-2588 Bible Study every Tuesday: 7:30pm St. John The Evangelist Baptist Church www.hccpittsburgh.com will celebrate its 105th Church Anniversary St. John Chrysostom Byzantine Parsonage Home behind church building (Saline Street entrance) on Sunday September 21. The theme Rite Church is Holding Strong To Our Faith In God 506 Saline Street (Hebrews 10:23-24.). 412-421-0243 The guest preacher for the 11:00 a.m. St. Rosalia’s Catholic Church service will be Reverend Dr. Barry Long. Dinner will be served following morning 411 Greenfield venueA service. The guest preacher for the 3:30 Rev. Joseph Reschick PM service will be Reverend Hubert 412-421-5766 Hutcherson. He is the pastor of Shiloh Squirrel Hill Christian Church Community Missionary Baptist Church in 290 Bigelow Street Homewood. His choir and congregation will 412-521-2447 accompany him.

Holy Angels Parish **** “Just For Today” 408 Baldwin Road 1120 Greenfield Avenue The Church Rev. Robert J. Ahlin Pittsburgh, PA 15217 Nar-Anon Meeting 412-461-6906 (412) 421-7101 Office For family and friends whose loved ones of the Good Hays United Methodist Church suffer from Drug Addiction. Wednesdays Pastor Mark K. Richardson 1174 Mifflin Road at 7:00 PM, First Hungarian Reformed E-mail: [email protected] Shepherd Rev. Don Blinn, Jr. Web: www.nlcogpgh.com Church, Calvin Hall. Contact Cindy 412- 412-951-2069 421-7076. Second & Johnston Avenues Praise Temple Church WEEKLY SCHEDULE **** EPICS Classes...... Sunday, 9:00 AM-10:00 AM 5400 Glenwood Avenue Sunday Service ...... Sunday, 10:30 AM Because He Loves Me Principal Service Dennis & Katherine Currie, Noonday Kingdom Adult/Youth Sundays 10:00 AM Pastors Prayer Meeting ...... Wednesday, 12:00-1:00 PM 412-422-2777 Celebrate Recovery...... Friday, 7:00 PM Community Bible Study Children’s Sunday School Mary S. Brown – Ames September 19, 2014 • 6:30 PM For New Believers and those 10:00 AM United Methodist Church who want a tune-up: “Come Out, Come Out, Healing Service-Monthly 3424 Beechwood Blvd. From Wherever You Are” Pittsburgh, PA 15217 Bible Study-Weekly 412.-421-4331 Prophetess Dora Powell 4708 Sylvan Avenue Greenfield Presbyterian Church Hazelwood Pa 15207 A church of the 3939 Coleman Street 412-586-7165 Anglican Communion 412-521-4226 WHERE JESUS IS LORD! GOD BLESS YOU Page 4 THE HOMEPAGE September 2014 The Miracle of Life

By Jim McCue All over the world, humankind’s increasingly powerful hand has been causing un- ELMER L. HERMAN The fragility of life has been obvious to desirable side effects. And everywhere new me over the years; from childhood friends applications of ancient scientific/spiritual dying to learning about how destructive principles are coming to the fore to restore FUNERAL HOME World War 2 was, I’ve always known how balance to an Ecosystem clearly in danger of 5204 Second Avenue, Hazelwood easy it is for bad things to happen. But only capsizing. We are in an extinction event, and as I’ve grown older have I come to appreci- we are one of the species in danger of extinc- John N. Bauer, Funeral Director ate how unfathomably miraculous it is also. tion. We need to respect all life. We are all There has been discovered to be a connected. Love is the answer. (412) 521-2768 • (412) 475-4381 self-organizing principle. The Universe is “A human being is a part of the whole evolving harmoniously, consciously. called by us universe, a part limited in time We Honor Sauvageot Funeral Home The best proof for me that there is a and space. He experiences himself, his and other funeral homes’ Pre-Arrangements power of good in the world is how Nature thoughts and feeling as something separated (if allowed and given encouragement) can from the rest, a kind of optical delusion of “Dignified Funerals and Cremations with Care” take a damaged piece of land and turn it his consciousness. This delusion is a kind of into a productive place that’s a joy to visit. prison for us, restricting us to our personal What was the aftermath of the demolition desires and to affection for a few persons of a three-story apartment building at the nearest to us. Our task must be to free our- corner of West Elizabeth and Lytle Streets selves from this prison by widening our cir- is now a tiny bit of ecosystem whose plants cle of compassion to embrace all living crea- clean the air a little. It has a place to sit and tures and the whole of nature in its beauty. eat what grows there. From a basement Nobody is able to achieve this completely but foundation full of bricks (covered with the striving for such achievement is in itself sand, leveled off, and some straw and grass a part of the liberation and a foundation for seed thrown down) has grown a corner full inner security.” of living things that are part of the healing — Albert Einstein (1950) of the planet. By nurturing the widest variety and the Jim McCue greatest quantity of life - and adding organ- (St. Jim the Composter) ic material such as wood chips, cardboard, Composter and biotech leaves, grass clippings, newspaper, kitchen researcher • 412-421-6496 scraps, and manures - the land has been Follow Jim online at: healed and is hosting honeybees and other Abriola’s Auto Parts ...... 412-421-8100 insects, earthworms, beneficial molds and • http://facebook.com/alllifelover bacteria, and other living things large and • http://hazelwoodhomepage.org 2/5/2009 Allegheny Fence...... 412-421-6005 small which work together to biodegrade • http://bioeverything.blogspot.com/2014/ Automotive Medic...... 412-422-2886 pollution. 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By Dianne Shenk cals on his farm. The corn and blueberries cial and hugely appreciated! also finding their way down Hazelwood Av- are the only products I carry that are grown Eggs – what a challenge. I would love to enue to check us out – thank you! – and to “Thank you so much for doing this! This in organic conditions, although I hope to have fresh, local eggs available at Dylama- ask questions about all the other interesting is great!” find more farmers who are chemical free to’s Market, and am looking for a supplier. things going on in Hazelwood these days. I’ve heard this every day from custom- over time. The biggest reason for not going The Egg Lady has been supplying Fishes It’s a happening neighborhood with lots of ers at Dylamato’s Market farm stand since organic is simply the price point – organic and Loaves Buying Club with fresh brown cool food projects in the works. We have opening on July 10th at 4812 2nd Avenue in produce is more expensive than most people eggs for over six months, but does not have worm castings and fresh basil from Matt Pe- Hazelwood. People are just thrilled to have want to pay for their fresh food. enough supply to expand to the farm stand. ters on sale at the farm stand, and plans have a place to buy fresh fruits and vegetables in Green tomatoes! Everyone wants them, Until I find another local source, you can been drawn up for Hazelwood Farm with the neighborhood, and many of them stop by so I arranged with Jane Matthews of Mat- get great fresh eggs by ordering through the hoop houses, a CSA, and intensive micro- to check out the food and chat for a min- thew’s Family Farm in Washington County Buying Club (use the link on St Stephens green production. Work is being done on the ute. Once they get over the sight of fresh and to get cases of both green and red to- Parish homepage to find out how to do this, commercial kitchen in St Stephen’s social produce, most have further observations matoes from them when they are at the Mt or call the Parish office and ask for Deacon hall, and I’m working at finding and reno- and questions: “Where does the food come Lebanon Farmer’s Market on Tuesday eve- Tom Berna, who can help you place an or- vating an indoor space for Dylamato’s Mar- from?” “Is it organic?” “Do you have green nings. Jane said their tomatoes won’t be der). A sign will go up on the farm stand ket to relocate at the end of October when tomatoes?” – we hear this at least once a ready til near the end of July, but by the time when I have local eggs. the stand will close down for the winter. day – “I’m looking for hot banana peppers.” you read this I’ll have a steady supply of It’s exciting to be open in Hazelwood and Come visit the farm stand, buy some great “All of this looks so good!” “Will you be their green and red tomatoes available at the to meet so many residents looking for good fresh produce, and be part of it all! open on Sundays?” “Do you have eggs?” Market. If you want to can tomatoes, stop by fresh food. Lots of Greenfield residents are And the answers: I pick up fresh cases and order a bushel of beef or roma tomatoes daily at Paragon Foods, the largest locally- for early September from Matthew’s Family owned produce wholesale company in West- Farm. They also grow a variety of peppers: ern Pennsylvania. Paragon is located on the poblano, jalapeno, sweet and hot banana, Allegheny River at the end of 36th Street in and cubanelle, and I plan to pick up a mixed Lawrenceville, and many of their employees case or two for the stand every week. live in or near that community. They source When are we open? On request, we de- fruits and vegetables from across the coun- cided to be open six days a week – Tuesday try according to the season, but during the thru Sunday, from 10-6 on weekdays, and summer they get as much local produce as from 10-5 on weekends. Hazelwood resi- they can from a 150-mile radius of Pitts- dent Leroy Dunning (of catering company If you have ever dreamed of seeing your writing published or if you burgh. Most of the vegetables I carry in the Elite Treats and Specialty Feasts) helps simply have something you want others to read, give us a call or stand come from local farmers that sell to with the stand most days, and we store the email us at: Paragon directly, and the fruit that grows in produce overnight at Hazelwood Christian [email protected] the area – blueberries, apples and peaches Church, where Pastor Scott Stine and his Who knows, this may be the first step to a serious career in journalism, - is from local farms when available. Other leadership team have generously welcomed and it’s a great opportunity to have your work published! Please call fruit, like citrus, comes from further south. Dylamato’s Market. This church on Glen 412-421-7234 for submission guidelines. One farmer, Patrick Maxim of Maxim Caladh St also hosts Meals on Wheels in Berry Farms in Reynoldsville, delivers blue- Hazelwood and the Fishes and Loaves Buy- If you don’t consider yourself a writer, but still have a story you’d like berries and non-GMO sweet corn directly to ing Club bi-monthly Saturday distributions. to share, write the information as best as you can, and send it in. Our me when he brings deliveries to other out- Hazelwood Christian Church has embraced editors will help you shape it into a cohesive story. lets in Pittsburgh. Maxim Berry Farms is not all three efforts to bring healthy food to Ha- certified organic, but Patrick uses no chemi- zelwood residents, and their support is cru-

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What about Food? cheaper to buy it ready-made or are set on timers and cycles for from fast food outlets. It’s so cheap consistent output, and the bread it- Food Security - Is Cheaper Really Better? that we can give it away in food self is untouched by human hands. pantries and throw it out by the Cooks become can- and bag-open- By Dianne Shenk buys 10 tractor trailers of sweet of people making under $10/hour, truckload when it expires or goes ers where sauce is pre-made, wings corn from a huge farm in Georgia, which means incomes of less than bad waiting to be sold. are pre-battered, and coleslaw is Food security is not a cheap they might pay 50 cents per dozen $20,000/year. And this makes it In order to still turn a profit, pre-shredded. food problem, it’s an income prob- ears, so when they sell it to you for hard to buy even the cheap food we those huge food companies have People used to know how to lem. 5 ears for $2, they’re still making a have. followed the lead of all industrial- do these things themselves, and Let me explain: Food secu- healthy profit. Why this matters is that food - ized systems since Henry Ford - robust regional food systems used rity is your ability to get the food This way of thinking has made growing it, packing it, transporting they dumb down every section of to grow, move, process and pre- you need to be healthy and happy. most pieces of the food system into it, cleaning and processing it, cook- their workforce so it takes very lit- pare food within geographic areas, Cheap food has been the driving huge companies, from the farms ing it, serving it, and selling it in tle skill to do each job. In this way providing employment to skilled force behind how we organize food that grow food to the food compa- stores - is one of the biggest parts they can change workers quickly farmers, pickers, packers, drivers, in the US since early in the 1900’s. nies that process raw ingredients of our economy. And in search and avoid paying anyone for a processers, butchers, chefs, and Adequate income to cover many into cold cereals, bread, or frozen of cheap food, we’re busy taking specialized skill. Farmers become small food retailers. Jobs in the needs, not just food, has become pizzas to the supermarket chains the profit out of this sector of our specialists in only one or perhaps food system don’t just mean work increasingly problematic for many that sell to customers. Some com- economy as quickly as we can, or at two crops, instead of knowing how and income, they also mean food is Americans over the past few de- panies, like Walmart, do everything least consolidating it into the hands to manage the complex ecosystem moving around in communities and cades, and most make less in real except actually grow the food - a of fewer and fewer owners. of a small farm where they would the excess in the system gets div- dollars than a generation ago. job they contract out to many farm- Our food is so cheap we don’t rotate crops and manage the nutri- vied out among the workers instead People think that if food were ers. bother to try growing it ourselves ent and waste cycles of plants and of going to waste. just cheap enough, everyone would This may make food cheap, but - it’s cheaper to buy it from huge animals to achieve a thriving bal- It’s obvious when you look have food security. This is what it creates an imbalance in income, farms thousands of miles away. ance while also feeding themselves around that cheap food isn’t good drives food policies that try to where the owners of Walmart or It’s so cheap we don’t bother to and others. Bakers become button for our health. I’m arguing it isn’t keep food prices down. Keeping Giant Eagle, for example, make learn how to cook it ourselves - it’s pushers where mixers and ovens good for our economy. food cheap means encouraging an an enormous amount of money, economy of scale that leverages while the ordinary workers who huge shipments of single items so staff their stores make $10/hour or each item is less expensive at the less. Corporate farms with undocu- Down The Garden Path- other end - like if you buy a dozen mented migrant workers are even ears of sweet corn from a farmer it less balanced. The problem here is Those Yellow Bricks might cost $6, but if Giant Eagle that we have an increasing number By Sam Webb strong and dominated everything sign that someone who lived there, else. If I took a color picture of the at one time, worked at J&L. That’s Almost everyone in the upper garden, the yellow bricks were all our garden heritage, our “bones” if In Loving Memory of Devin Martin Wheeler Monongahela valley has a yellow that I saw. you wish. “Bones” is the term used May 14, 1991 - September 12, 2011 brick or two somewhere in their Everyone thought I was overly for the feature that defines a garden. garden. When we moved into my obsessed about such a small thing, The upper Monongahela valley has Grandmother’s house in the 1960s, but I didn’t think so. Then finally its yellow mill bricks and if I see a she had hundreds of them. They my aunt said, “You know, these photo of a Pittsburgh garden with were used as a border between her bricks were carried by your Grand- these bricks in it, then I’m 99.99% flower beds and the lawn. father a couple of bricks at a time sure that it’s from the upper Mon That garden was my first -at from the old brickyards at Jones valley. If you have some of these tempt at gardening, and I tried to & Laughlin Steel after the flood of bricks in your yard, then show learn everything about it. Every ‘36,” She added, “Several workers them off, not only because they plant and feature in the garden had did the same. The bricks weren’t were from J&L Steel, but because some significance and relationship any good to be used in the mill af- they were baked locally using local to my Grandmother, except the ter the flood, so the workers took clays. There are other bricks made When tomorrow starts without me, And I’m not there to see, If yellow bricks. So at first I didn’t them. Just look around and you’ll from local clay, but the yellow is the sun should rise and find your eyes all filled with tears for me, pay much attention to them, and I see them everywhere.” distinctively Western Pennsylva- I wish so much you wouldn’t cry the way you did today, While thought that’s what was used in the I had looked around. I thought nian. You will not be able to obtain thinking of the many things we didn’t get to say. I know how much you love me, as much as I love you, And each time that garden as a border. My next door they were left over from when they any new ones but only used ones you think of me, I know you’ll miss me too. So when tomorrow neighbor had them in his yard, and built the houses. They’re in every from the salvage yards. starts without me, Don’t think were far apart, For each time that the people across the street had the neighborhood that’s next to any I don’t really know if what my you think of me, I’m right here in your heart. bricks edging their driveway. J&L Steel mill site and they were aunt told me can be applied to ev- No words can ever explain what it meant to lose you. No amount But a year or two later, when used for every purpose. They can eryone’s yellow bricks, but it had of time will bring you back, or make it any easier. I can only my gardening sense developed be seen in the yards on this side of the proper effect on me. I stopped promise I’ll never forget you, Buddy. I will love and miss you into full swing, and I actually drew the Monongahela, from So Ho to fighting with the yellow bricks and forever. plans for annuals and the like, I saw Glenwood. worked with them. It put a lot of — Kelly Cashman every single brick and noticed how If your yard has some of these my Grandfather in my Grandmoth- ugly they were. Their color was too bricks in it, then it’s almost a telltale er’s garden.

Your Local Elected Officials Hazelwood Congressman Mike Doyle 14th Congressional District...... (412) 261-5091 Family Health Center State Senator Wayne Fontana 4918 Second Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15207 42nd District...... (412) 344-2551 412-422-9520 State Representative Dan Frankel A health center operated by Primary Care Health Services, COUNCILMAN 23rd District...... (412) 422-1774 Inc. providing primary and preventative services to medi- State Representative Jake Wheatley cally underserved individuals regardless of ability to pay. Corey 19th District...... (412) 471-7760 State Representative Harry Readshaw O’Connor 36th District...... (412) 881-4208 Invites you to share your County Executive Rich Fitzgerald concerns about your (412) 350-6500 Senator Jay Costa, Jr. neighborhood. Mayor Bill Peduto Call 412-255-8965. City of Pittsburgh...... (412) 255-2626 Offices to serve you in the 43rd District: Your comments are City Councilman Corey O’Connor Forest Hills: 1501 Ardmore Blvd. (412/241-6690) always welcome. (412) 255-8965 Carrick: 2306 Brownsville Rd. (412/884-8308) Visit the website: Homestead: 314 E. 8th Ave. (412/462-4204) http://www.pittsburghpa. Barbara Daly Danko gov/district5 County Council, District 11...... (412) 350-6575 September 2014 THE HOMEPAGE Page 7

Serving Hays, Lincoln Place & New Homestead Neighborhoods

Higlights From The 31st Ward National Night Out

National Night Out for the 31st chures and ID kits were provided Public Safety), and Councilman Special mention and thanks goes Thanks to the following vol- Ward of Pittsburgh was held in Lin- by Associa and the City of Pitts- O’Connor’s staff: Judy Trombetta, to the office of Councilman Corey unteers who served food, did the coln Place at Mifflin Field on Tues- burgh Department of Public Safety. Josh Chappel and Curt Conrad. O’Connor for their support and ad- set up and tear down, and staffed day, August 5, from 6 PM – 9 PM. National Night Out provided an A special note of thanks goes to vertising of the event and to State booths: Amy Bair, Brian Collier, Around 400 residents of the 31st enjoyable time for 31st Ward fami- the following businesses for finan- Representative Harry Readshaw Brianna Collier, Casey Snyder, Ward joined in the festivities of the lies to get together and visit, for cial donations and other tangible for his financial support. Charmaine McArdle, Darrel Park- evening. A major highlight of the children to play together, as well gifts to the 31st Ward’s National The National Night Out event er, David Burkholder, David Gess, evening were special appearances as a time to meet new neighbors. Night Out: Andy’s Sprinkler, Bat- was planned and coordinated by Dennis Snyder, Devin McArdle- and exhibitions from Pittsburgh’s There was free food and refresh- ting Cages, Courtyard Marriott a committee from Lincoln Place Larrow, Drew Poling, Dusty Cas- finest and most dedicated servants ments for everyone, as well as en- (Waterfront), Dave & Buster’s, Church of the Nazarene and the sidy, Flo Moser, Gina Edwards, – the Police Department, the Mo- tertainment, games and prizes for Dell’s Too, Eddie Aces, Jahinie 31st Ward Community Action Jim Edwards, Jimmie Edwards, torcycle Division, the SWAT offi- children, bouncy house, and dunk- Productions, Lincoln Place Church Group. Thanks to Denise Parker, Joe McArdle, Josh Burkholder, cers and vehicle, the Fire Depart- ing tank. At the end of the evening, of the Nazarene, Marburger Farms, Diane Ketter, Judy Stump, Julia Josh Gettig, Julie Jack, Kaylee ment and the Pittsburgh Paramedic there were dozens of free prize Mary Ann Dance, Playmor Bowl, Caldwell, Mark Schneider, Neil Natalie, Leanna Schneider, Linda Units. In addition to thanking them drawings for adults and children, Rock Bottom, Sam’s Club West Schaming, Pastor Mark Smith, Parous, Liz Clark, Liz Schaming, for their dedicated service in the compliments of area businesses. Mifflin, Shop N Go, Shop N Save, Paul Cassidy, and Rita Schneider. Luke Schaming, Nicole Giles, Pas- City every day, the 31st Ward ex- Special greetings were given by Kevin Hanley with Splash Party Thanks to Stephanie Collier for tor Bruce Poling, Pastor Joseph tends a special note of appreciation Councilman Corey O’Connor, Lex Rentals (dunk tank), Stathers Fu- coordinating the children’s games Stump, Pastor Patty Snyder, Pastor to these individuals for spending Janes from the Mayor’s office, and neral & Cremation, The Scoop, and prizes. An additional thank you Sue Crist, Paul Cassidy, Samantha time at NNO and for giving spe- Representative Harry Readshaw. Walmart West Mifflin, Waterfront goes to Henry Cafardi and his staff Bodnar, Stacy Smith, Stella Drury, cial attention to the children at the Other city officials attending were Chick-fil-A, Waterfront Eat N at the Department of Public Works and Sue Schaming. event. Safety information, bro- John Tokarski (Department of Park, Waterfront Steak N Shake. for behind the scenes preparations.

Flag Fund Donations We would like to thank the fol- Karen Kleppick- In memory lowing people for their donations of her father Raymond Kleppick to our flag fund; U.S.M.C. Ms Sandra Spicuzza – in memo- Thank you for your donations. ry of August and Hazel Spicuzza.

31st Ward Flag Fund Donation Form

The 31st Ward Community Action Group would like to thank everyone who donated money to our flag fund. We are still accepting donations, and your help would be appreciated. Thank you!

______Yes, I would like to help my community and make a donation of $25.00 for a US Flag to line the streets of the 31st Ward.

Enclosed is my check for ______

Name______Address______Pitt Make A Difference Day is October 14 City ______State ______Zip ______Pitt Make A Difference Day Road. Others stayed in Hays to ride last week to see what areas we 2014 (PMADD) is Saturday, Octo- clean-up along the roads there. should add to our list. I’m sure be- Telephone Number______ber 18th from 10 AM - 2 PM. Each This year we will once again ing off the beaten path helps, but ____ Please acknowledge my gift in the 31st Ward Wire year Pitt tries to get more student work in Hays along Baldwin Rd, there were no trash dumps or road- volunteers than the year before, Ramp St. Glass Run Rd, the Streets side litter. I would like it in honor/memory of last year they had over 3,000 vol- Run Rd. ramp and 885 overpass. If you have comments, sug- ______unteers community wide. The vol- We need help from 31st Ward gestions or are willing to help unteers are assigned an area and a Residents as to what streets need PLEASE call and leave a message Please make checks payable to: school bus takes them to that area. to be cleaned, and volunteers on at 412-464-1291, send an email 31st Ward Community Action Group Last year the 31st Ward had 58 October 18th to lead students along to 31stwardcommunitycleanup@ and mail to 5121 Interboro Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15207 students. Most of those students these streets. gmail.com or send a note to Sue, helped pull old tires and trash from I want to commend the New 5121 Interboro Ave., Pittsburgh, PA the hill and creek along Mifflin Homestead residents; we took a 15207. Thank You. Page 8 THE HOMEPAGE September 2014

Lincoln Place Lincoln Place Church Holy Angels Parish Presbyterian Church of the Nazarene REGULAR WEEKLY MASS SCHEDULE SUNDAY SUNDAYS Services begin at 10:30 AM with Rev. Sunday School: 9:30 AM (all ages) Monday – Friday: 7:00 AM, 9:00 AM Debrah Messham. Morning Worship: 10:40 AM Saturday: 8:00 AM, 4:30 PM & 6:00 PM Children’s Church: 10:40 AM Sunday: 6:30 AM, 8:00 AM, 9:15 AM Sunday School for all ages NYI Youth Group: Sundays at 6:30 PM 10:30 AM, 12:00 noon, 5:30 PM Precedes services with a 9:15 AM start. Adult Bible Study: Sundays at 6:30 PM Holy Day (Weekday) Mass Schedule: WEEKLY EVENTS INCLUDE: WEDNESDAY Vigil Mass: 4:30 PM, 6:00 PM • Busy Fingers on Mondays from 10:00 AM Intercessory Prayer: 10:30 AM Holy Day: 6:30 AM, 9:00 AM, to Noon, where crafts and other items are Naz Kidz: 7:00 PM 12:00 Noon, 7:00 PM 31st Ward worked on. Worship on Wednesday: 7:00 PM Holy Angels Parish is a Roman Catholic • Senior Lunch is served Tuesdays from THURSDAY church that began in 1903 in the town of 12:00-1:00 PM followed by games, Wii, and Ladies’ Bible Study: 10:30 AM Hays, PA and is a family community among Churches the many parishes that make up the Church fellowship until 2:00 PM. • Monthly Food Pantry: 3rd Saturday, 8:30 of Pittsburgh. Our purpose is to assist each • Choir Practice is from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM AM. Distribution is at Lincoln Place Presby member in spiritual growth, to enable all Hays United on Thursdays. Church. Call 412-461-2524 for eligibility. Methodist Church members to support the parish family and UPCOMING EVENTS: • Need a ride to church? call Darrel at 412- to reach out to the larger community of the 1174 Mifflin Road 461-6742. Church and the World. Pittsburgh, PA 15207 • Tuesday, September 23rd from 1 PM to 2 412-462-3819 PM - Rite Aid will be giving flu shots. Holy Angels • Tuesday October 14th - Larry Newberg, 31st Ward CAG Meeting Day Change Insurance Broker, will be here to answer Catholic Church Senior Citizens questions about insurance The 31st Ward Community Action of each month in the Mifflin School Cafe- 408 Baldwin Road changes for 2015, 1:00-2:00 p.m. Group is moving the day of our meetings. teria. The meeting will begin at 7 P.M. The Pittsburgh, PA 15207 We will now meet on the second Tuesday first meeting will be on September 9th. 412-461-6906 All are welcome. For more info call 412- www.holyangelshays.org 461-3377 or 412-462-5148. Rev. Robert Ahlin, Pastor

Lincoln Place Church of the Nazarene 5604 Interboro Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15207 412-462-2524 By Edward Salaj www.lpnazarine.org Rev. W. Joseph Stump, Fire Makes 17 Homeless residence of August Smith and Martin Seftick, which were dam- Senior Pastor aged to the extent of several hundred dollars. Special praise is due Destroys Four Residences, Bucket Brigade the volunteer firemen and the bucket brigade that saved a row of 15 Lincoln Place and Volunteers Save Becks Run houses and the town from being completely destroyed by fire. Presbyterian Church MONDAY, JANUARY 20, 1920. Seventeen people were made 1202 Muldowney Avenue homeless in a fire that swept thru Becks Run, near Hays, on Sat- Four Year Old Girl Badly Burned Pittsburgh, PA 15207 urday night, when four houses were destroyed two other dwell- Rev. Deborah Messham ings damaged, while a bucket brigade saved a row of fifteen at Open Grate, May Live 412-461-3377 houses in the path of the sweeping flames. THURSDAY, JANUARY 27, 1920. While her parents were milking The town is isolated between South-Side and Hays and it was Mt. Rise Baptist Church cows, the clothes of Margaret Deimeter, the four year old daughter impossible for any aid to reach the village between the steep hills. of Alexander Deimeter, who lives on a farm near Hays, caught on 80 Ingot Street The icy condition of the road prevented the firemen from Pittsburgh, PA 15120 fire from an open grate and she was seriously burned before res- reaching the scene quickly. The bucket brigade which was cued. Hopes are entertained for her recovery. (New Homestead) formed by the Volunteer Firemen and citizens did excellent Pastor Stephen Doniel As the flames swept over her the child became frantic and ran work. Several were burned on the face and cut by the flying screaming from the house to the barn near by. St. John The Baptist glass. A number of volunteer firemen risked their lives in res- Her father caught her just before she reached the barn. He quickly Cathedral cuing the occupants from the burning houses. Joseph Scheultz, extinguished the flames by taking off his coat and wrapping it about James Rasridge, George Robinson were cut by flying glass and the child’s body. His hands were badly burned as he did so. 210 Greentree Road hands and faces burned slightly. The dwellings destroyed were Munhall, PA 15120 Dr. W. A. Jones of Hays was summoned to attend the child occupied by Joseph Scheutz, James Rasbridge, Charles Meyers 412-461-0944 whose condition is serious. Hopes, however, are now entertained and Miss Anna Gray which were all three story frames and were Rev. Dennis Bogda, Rector for her recovery. burned to the ground. The fire spread in spite of the volunteer firemen, but they succeeded in extinguishing the blaze on the Articles originally published in the Homestead Daily Messenger

Support Your Local Public Safety Divisions Karen Cappelli Stathers Medic Station Funeral Director/Supervisor 12 and Engine ur amily erving ours “O F S Y ” Co. 20

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These Are The People in Your Neighborhood - Jim Gregg

Dear fellow Greenfielders: Please save the date for the Greenfield Community Association’s 2nd Annual Meeting on November 1st, 2014, 1:00 PM at the Magee Senior Center. We will be providing a recap of the GCA’s role in the community during the past year and the outlook for the coming year. District 5 City Councilman Corey O’Connor will be on hand to facilitate. Along with the annual meeting, Greenfield residents, property owners, and business owners in Greenfield will be voting to fill three open GCA Board positions between 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM. Look for the slate of Board Member candi- dates in the next edition of the Grapevine in the Homepage and on Facebook. In addition, the Grapevine is one of the best ways to reach out to the community and we would be happy to accept any submissions you may wish to include. Feel free to forward your article, late September October events, photos and announcements to [email protected]. With that said, we are always looking for new ways to improve our ability to commu- nicate with residents and stakeholders, and are happy to announce our newly designed and updated website will be up and running within the next month. We owe a special thanks to Christa for developing the new site, Brett for the development of a communications plan, and Interworx for web hosting. Should you have any questions or want further information you can contact us at 555 Greenfield Avenue, Pittsburgh 15207 or at info@gcapgh.org. In the meantime, look for our new website at www.gcapgh.org By Gina Godfrey such a strong community institu- In addition to the many photo- and like us on Facebook for the most up-to-date information. tion, that people who have moved graphs, Jim’s rec room is nearly It would be easy to conclude away from the neighborhood bring filled with trophies. Big ones. By Sincerely, that Jim Gregg is the heart of the their children back to play in the way of example, the GBA team Patrick Hassett, GCA Board President Greenfield community, but he league, rather than playing in sent to tournaments has been 47-0 would probably shrug off the acco- leagues in their new communities. over the past three years. “Any suc- September Greenfield Community lade. His many years of public ser- Like almost every other little cess I have had as a coach is due to vice have contributed mightily to boy who grew up in Greenfield, the hard work of the kids and the Association Meetings and Events the vigorous sense of community Jim’s involvement with the GBA coaches I have had the privilege Tuesday, September 2 in Greenfield, but he will quickly started as a player on a team. When to coach with,” Jim demurs. Jim’s GCA Development/Transportation Committee Meeting point to the variety of individuals he was 14, he was asked to help goals as a coach are to; “build 7 PM, Greenfield Presbyterian Church who have been involved. He is a coach by one of his former coach- character, teach them to be respon- Monday, September 8 man who has been eager to step up es, and he has never looked back. sible and to be good citizens.” He GCA Board Meeting, 7 PM, Greenfield Presbyterian Church to do the work, but who does not In addition to coaching, Jim has remarks that it is really rewarding Tuesday, September 9 seek out the spotlight of recogni- served as president, vice-president to see children he has coached “10 tion. GCA Public Space Stewardship Committee and secretary, as well as on the or 15 years later, and see what they Jim was born and raised in 7 PM, Bernacki Wellness, lower level board of directors. He currently have accomplished in their lives.” Greenfield, on Blanton Street with serves on the board of directors. Jim’s secret to success? “Surround Wednesday, September 10 his brother and 5 sisters. He at- Not long after started as a base- yourself with good people. Green- GCA Public Safety Committee, tended St. Rosalia for grammar and ball coach with the GBA, Jim field has that, plenty of good, hard 7 PM, Bernacki Wellness, lower level high school. He now lives on Ken- returned to his alma mater, St. working people.” October GCA Meetings/Events nebec Street. Four of his sisters and Rosalia as a coach for the boys bas- Sadly, he sometimes saw those Monday, October 6 his mother also reside in Green- ketball team, a position in which former players in his professional GCA Development/Transportation Committee Meeting field. His brother has passed away he has served for the past 44 years. capacity at the jail. He saw the in- 7 PM, Greenfield Presbyterian Church When he was 21 years old Jim For several years, he also served as mate population increase ten-fold Monday, October 13 started working at the Allegheny the East Section Representative for over his career, and could easily GCA Board Meeting, 7 PM, Greenfield Presbyterian Church County Jail. At that time, it was lo- the Pittsburgh Diocese. attribute the growth to one thing: cated on Ross Street. (The building Jim has team photos of every drugs. In 2003 he was moved to Tuesday, October 14 now holds Court of Common Pleas team he has coached for the past help found Greenfield Organized GCA Public Space Stewardship Committee Family Division.) He quickly rose 49 years, baseball and basketball. Against Drugs. Through this pro- 7 PM, Bernacki Wellness, lower level through the ranks and in 1983 was hanging in his home. He seems gram, high school aged students Wednesday, October 15 appointed executive deputy war- to remember every player he ever receive information about drugs GCA Public Safety Committee, 7 PM, Bernacki Wellness den, a position he held until his re- coached, and easily points out the and some consequences associ- Sunday, October 19 tirement in 2005. During his illus- teams on which they played. In ad- ated with their use. The program Pet Parade, 12:00 noon trious career, Jim received multiple dition to friends and neighbors of includes a tour of the jail, as well Fall Community Clean-up, details to follow commendations. this writer, Jim pointed out famous as discussions about the health and November It seems only fitting that the former Greenfielders: Mike Mc- legal consequences of drug, given Saturday, November 1 Greenfield Baseball Association Carthy, head coach of the Green by Greenfield’s own Dr. Bernacki GCA Annual Meeting and Board Elections and Jim Gregg were both born in Bay Packers; Marc Bulger, former and a representative of the District 1 PM to 4 PM, Magee Senior Center 1951. He has been such an integral NFL quarterback; Sal Sunseri, de- attorney’s office. Over 50 students Saturday, November 15 part of the GBA for the past 49 fensive ends coach at Florida State participate in the program each Community Awards Dinner years that many cannot think of one University; and Gary Green, the month. Jim currently serves as 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM, Wuerl Hall, Saint Rosalia Church without thinking of the other. The only former GBA player to play in the treasurer of GOAD and on the GBA was formed when a group of the Major Leagues, who is now the board of directors. December parents, headed by Frank Foltz, Defensive Coordinator for the Pi- “Greenfield is someplace spe- Friday, December 5 circulated a letter to 20 community rates cial, due to the hard work of the Holiday Parade and Community Party members, proposing the creation Jim has coached multiple gen- volunteers from the different orga- To learn how you can get more involved, including volunteering and of a baseball league for boys. Over erations of a number of Greenfield nizations in the community,“ Jim donating, contact: [email protected] the years, the GBA has become families, with substantial success. says. “I’d never leave Greenfield.” Page 10 THE HOMEPAGE September 2014 Lost in Greenfield - The Park Theater

By Ron Ieraci sion stand; Rex (not related) was were Zsa Zsa Gabor’s “Girl In the the projectionist. Kremlin” and Walt Disney’s “Cin- Unofficially known as the As theaters went, it was pretty derella.” Greenfield Theater, the Park The- much another thread in the neigh- The movie house was dis- ater was located at 551 Greenfield borhood fabric back when every mantled to make way for a beer Avenue and operated from 1940 to community of note had its own distributor and an insurance of- 1957. The theater had one screen, movie house. The only real excite- fice, and it’s now Rosato and Sons’ as was the norm back in the day, ment was in 1955, when it was Landscaping. The inside still has a and seated 450 patrons. robbed of $80, and in 1956 when sloped floor, harkening back to the Cigar-loving Leonard Perer and a showing of “Rock Around the Park. his cousin Nathan Perer ran the Clock” caused a mini-riot inside Leonard died young at age 47, Park until its closing. Leonard’s the movie house stirred up by but left a legacy. The Optical Outlet family was local, living on Loretto Greenfield’s cool cats. on Beechwood at the strip mall was Street, and when he married Bea- But neighborhood theaters died originally founded as L&M Opti- trice in 1947, he moved to Beech- off as a breed, steamrollered by the cal by Leonard, and for the past 50 wood Boulevard near Forward Av- multiplex wave, and the Park was years has been run by his wife Bea enue. no exception. Its last weekend was and daughter, Shelley Droz. His at- Homepage Delivery Notice Saturday was the Park Theater’s July 13-14th, 1957. For the Satur- torney son Alan is still local, too, big day - the movie house would day matinee, they showed the ro- residing in Squirrel Hill. If you live in Greenfield and are not receiving often run a cartoon special. Parents mantic comedy “The Little Hut” (References: Cinema Treasures, issues of The Homepage, please contact entrusted the Perers with their kids with Ava Gardner, Stewart Granger Pittsburgh Post Gazette June 20, for the afternoon; it was a sort of and David Niven along with Clay- 2010 – Alan Perer “My Dad the [email protected]. community day-care center. Leon- ton Moore’s “The Lone Ranger.” Movie Mogul”; Optical Outlet ard and Nathan manned the conces- On their last date, the Park reels Facebook Page)

GBC Computer Lab. Volunteers from the church and community have been hard at work at Greenfield Presbyterian this summer renovating and setting up the computer lab, which will open Monday evenings this fall. More information coming soon at www.greenfieldpresbyterian.org.

Greenfield Crime Report Greenfield had a total of 14 crimes reported in the month of July, of which 7 were in Upper Greenfield (east of Winterburn) and 7 were in lower Greenfield (west of Winterburn). In Lower Greenfirld, there was 1 aggravated assualt,1 burglary involving boyfriend stealing from his girlfriend, and 5 thefts - 1 from an unlocked auto, 1 from a person (phone from a bar), and 1 from residences. In Upper Greenfield, there were 6 thefts - 1 by deception (Craigslist), 3 from autos, 1 from a person, and 1 from a residence. During the month of July police made 6 arrests in Greenfield - an aggravated assault, a theft from a residence, 2 drug arrests, a DUI, and a hit and run involving two cars. GCA Public Safety Committee September 2014 THE HOMEPAGE Page 11 2014 National Night Out Greenfield

By Ellen Gula

Where were you on the evening of Au- gust 5? If you weren’t at Four Mile Run Park in the Run you missed a good party. National Night Out, hosted by the Greenfield Commu- nity Association, took place at the Four Mile Run Playground from 5 to 8 PM. An estimat- ed 150+ Greenfielders enjoyed hamburgers, hot dogs, lemonade, ice cream, cookies and watermelon. We were joined by Pittsburgh Police Zone 4’s Officer Shannon Leshen, Pittsburgh Paramedics, and Pittsburgh Fire- put on what were the best/worst things about Crew who spruced the park up by painting, fighters from Station 12, who made a grand our neighborhood are and what they would repairing the play surface, cutting the grass entrance with lights flashing and horns blar- like to see in the future. For their efforts, and trimming trees and bushes. ing. The children in attendance were fasci- each respondent earned a chance at a door Mother Nature took it easy on us. There with many lingering well after 8 PM enjoy- nated by the vehicles and excited to explore prize. We were visited by a representative were a few sprinkles but we escaped the ing the playground, visiting with their neigh- the insides of them. The firemen, paramedics from BikePgh who distributed information heavier rain that fell in other areas of the city bors and a comfortable summer evening. If and officer were peppered with questions but about biking in the city and Domenico and and the Parkway bridge gave us cover from you didn’t make it this year, keep the first seemed to enjoy the encounter as much as Stacy from PNC handed out materials from the raindrops. Everyone had a good time Tuesday of August open and join us in 2015. the kids. the PNC Grow Up Great Program. Quin The GCA board members were assisted McLaughlin (Q’s Balloons) entertained the by some dedicated volunteers. Many thanks children with his balloon animal creations. to John Gula for manning the grill through Turtles, giraffes, butterflies, and dogs the evening and to the Slovanic Club for were seen all through the park. And more the loan of the grill. Melissa Harding spent than one Light Sabre battle broke out as well. the evening up to her elbows in ice cream. City Councilman Corey O’Connor and City Her ice cream cones were really popular. Controller Michael Lamb stopped by to say And a special shout-out to Chris and Tom hello and visit with the residents. Just when D’Andrea who not only volunteered their things were winding down Zone 4’s Com- time but lent their kitchen as well when we mander Cathy Degler arrived followed a few needed to replenish the lemonade. minutes later by two motorcycle patrolmen The GCA Development/Transportation with lights flashing. All the children rushed Committee, led by Geoff Campbell, con- over to check out those enormous cycles. ducted a survey asking residents for their in- And a big thank you to our Public Works

Greenfield 12-year-old All-Stars Go Undefeated 14-0. Win Three Tour- naments, Greentree, Elliot-West End, and Westwood-Oakwood Tour- naments. Front Row (left to right): Nate Black, Donovan Savini, Eric Gidel, O’Shea Sulinski, Hank Polley / Second Row: Dom “Sluggar” Bonacci, Ben Sheffo, Anothony DeMarco, Dom “Rookie” Rapone, Coach Jim Gregg, Coach Greg Lamanti / Third Row: Coach Dave Black, Caleb Hill, Coach Ray Secoli, Coach John Sicoli (Not in photo: Jacob Crum, Scorekeeper Jack Lowman) This group of young boys also won three tournaments and went undefeated (14-0). When they were 10 years old (2012), members of the 2012 10-year-old team not on this team were Dontae Klein (due to injury) and Ethan Ewing making their 10-year-old and 12-year-old tournament record 28 wins – 0 losses and six tournament championships.

Magee Swim Team - Congratulations to the Magee Pool’s Swim Team and their coaches on their City Championship! Magee’s team beat our eleven other city pools to place first overall, first in the boys division, and a narrow second in the girls. Page 12 THE HOMEPAGE September 2014 Saint Rosalia Academy Making Your Dreams Come True

What are your dreams for your chil- burgh. Financial aid and Tuition Assistance dren? Programs are always available for those Do you dream that your children grow who wish to enroll. in a safe and nurturing environment and Our Student Programs for the 2014- that they achieve their potential in life? 2015 School Year include: Do you dream that they become self- • Athletics sufficient, leading a fulfilling life on their • Our Award Winning Newspaper, own, able to think for themselves, with a The Edge strong ethical background directing them to • Instrumental Music correct life decisions? • Chorus Do you dream that they celebrate suc- • Student Council cesses each day throughout their lives? • Spelling Bee If these are the dreams for your children, • Community Service then Saint Rosalia Academy can make your • Kiwanis Builders Club dreams come true. • Chess Club At Saint Rosalia Academy, we offer a • Science Fair quality education in a safe, caring, com- • Success in School Skills Class munity setting. We are a family oriented • Drama school and strive to develop a partnership • And much more! between you, your child and their teachers. Our motto continues to be, Saint Rosalia Catholics as well as Non-Catholics are all Academy, a Tradition of Excellence. Take a welcome to enroll. Our partnership with positive step towards your children’s future you provides a natural support system for and call for a tour of our school today. the educational and spiritual development Register Now! Please call 412-521- of all our students. We believe that your in- 3005. volvement as a parent plays a crucial role At Saint Rosalia Academy, we respect in your child’s education and growth. Our the uniqueness and dignity of each individ- Academic Curriculum is Middle States ual by nurturing the growth of the whole Melissa Mellor Accredited and Certified by both the State child in a peace-filled Catholic faith com- South Suburban Office of Pennsylvania and the Diocese of Pitts- munity. Office412-854-7200 x112 Mobile:412-292-2189 [email protected] Saint Rosalia Academy

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How’sHow’s your viewview of Pittsburgh/Oakland?

Greenfield Photo Contest Extended to September 30, 2014

So, don’t you hear it all the time: “Everyone in Greenfield has a great view of either downtown or Oakland!” and this is so very true on my street! For With the annual fall and spring neighborhood clean-ups over 10 years now, I have enjoyed the fireworks of both PNC Park and the and Love Your Block grants, the GCA has accumulated gar- 4th of July from the comforts of my neighborhood. Sunsets for me are often spectacular! Two weeks ago while watching the sun set, I got an idea. Let’s den tools and painting equipment in need of a centralized capture how great our views of the city are with a friendly photo-shoot com- storage space so the Public Space Committee can make petition. this equipment available for general use in the neighbor- RULES: hood. For example, if neighbors want to clear a given va- • Must be a resident of Greenfield. cant lot, they could borrow some of the equipment to assist • Submit your favorite photo of Pittsburgh from your home or property. in their efforts. However, to allow for such a tool lending Please only 1 submission per residence. Email to: gca-public-spaces- program, the GCA is looking for a donated and secure loca- [email protected] In the subject line please tion to store the tools and equipment. If you have a garage David-Winterburn put your first name and street name only. Example: or accessible basement space or even a place for a tool • All photos must be submitted by midnight, September 30, 2014. shed that the GCA could use, please contact us at info@ • Suggested minimum photo size – 8 megapixels gcapgh.org. • GCA Public Space Committee will judge entries and select the top 3 best Greenfield views! • Prize: Bragging rights to “Voted the Best View in Greenfield” with your photo posted on the GCA website and published in the September Grapevine! Hazelwood Initiative, Inc.’s Sound easy enough…right! So be sure to look up and out for the perfect United Way Contributors shot during the next few weeks so our committee can look forward to all our Choice Number is views next month! David Cashmire, GCA Public Space Committee 1321468 Page 14 THE HOMEPAGE September 2014

Hazelwood Branch Programs for Children Teens! Teen Manga Club + 3D 4901 Second Ave, Printer Workshop Pittsburgh, PA 15207 Pittsburgh Center for Teen Time: Wii and More Want to talk about our favorite manga www.carnegielibrary.org Creative Reuse presents Every week we will play the Wii, have and anime? On the last Saturday of each facebook.com/clphazelwood Back to School Creativity snacks, and make something like buttons, month we will check out a new series and 412.421.2517 Workshop glitter tattoos, origami or jewelry. watch the anime version while eating Age ten to seventeen. Japanese snacks! Special just for Septem- Hours of Operation: Create works of art out of recycled Thursdays, September 18th ber we will have a 3D Printer Workshop! Monday, Friday and Saturday from materials for your desks and lockers to get and 25th Age ten to seventeen. 10AM - 5PM you ready for a great school year. 5:00 to 7:00 PM Saturday, September 27th Saturday, September 6th Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 2:00 to 3:00 PM 2:00 to 4:00 PM from 10AM - 8PM Storytime: Baby and Toddler For Adults Snugglebugs National Grandparents’ Come sing, clap and bounce along to action rhymes, songs and stories. Day Celebration Designed for babies birth to 18 months Join us for a special event celebrating and their parents or caregivers, Baby and the importance of grandparents in our Me storytimes offer participants the op- lives. We will have refreshments and fun portunity to share time together at the activities for the whole family. Library with other young families. During Saturday, September 6th the 20-30 minute programs, babies and Noon-2:00 PM their grownups will experience language, books and playful activities in a positive Grandparent Coffee Hour and supportive atmosphere. Mondays, September 1st, 8th, 15th, Attention all grandparents! Stop at and 22nd the library to socialize with other grand- 11:00 AM mothers and grandfathers from the community. Refreshments will be served. Storytime: Preschool Pals Moderator: Andrea Coleman-Betts Friday, September 26th Children 3 to 5 years and their parents 1:00 PM or caregivers will sing songs, share action rhymes and meet new friends. Children Wise Walk and adults will explore books to expand the imagination, inspire self-discovery and Wise Walk is a walking program develop early literacy skills in this 30-40 geared toward adults 50+ but open minute program. to people of all ages. Participants will Tuesdays, September 16th, 23rd receive a pedometer and a t-shirt and and 30th will record the number of steps they take 10:30 and 11:00 AM each week. We will meet every Friday Thursdays, September 18th and 25th at 10:30 AM to walk the neighborhood. 11:00 AM During inclement weather, we will walk inside. Kids Club Sponsor: This program brought to you by the Allegheny County Library Associa- The Library is the place to be! Kids tion in partnership with AARP and the Club programs may include crafts, games, Highmark PALS (People Able to Lend Sup- books, technology and more. Each week port) Program. will be something different. Meet new Fridays, September 12th to friends, hang out with old friends and try November 21st something new. 10:30 AM Tuesdays, September 9th, 16th d and 23r 4:30 PM

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Being fully renovated by Hazelwood Initiative in partnership with Rebuilding Together Pittsburgh, this house could be your best chance to live the great American dream by owning and living in your own house. Why pay rent when you could pay yourself less than $450/month! You know that’s less than your rent! Lots of great features: This house, located on a corner lot in one of Hazelwood’s most stable sec- tions features great views across the river, a nice yard, three bedrooms, and FOUR garages. When complete, it will have brand new kitchen, bath, furnace, windows and (exterior) doors. If you qualify and sign now, you can pick out your own kitchen cabinets, fixtures, appliances, paint colors and carpet colors (within a specified range). Details about qualifying to own this house: This house is for sale for $70,000 to a household earning 80% of Pittsburgh’s median income or less. You must live in the house and be buying a home for the first time. A 0% second mortgage with no payments as long as you live in the house is available for up to $35,000 to make the payments affordable to you. You must have enough income to make the payments, you must have good or repairable credit, and you will need to save for a downpayment and some closing costs. But we can help you with that by connecting you with NeighborWorks for free and confidential credit and budget counseling and with some really helpful local banks.

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