November 2020 The Northside Chronicle Page 13

The Northside Shop Small & Give Big Guide 2020 j k

With the holiday season upon us, this day with many Northside independent puruse our ABUNDANCE of vintage year's Shop Small Guide is focused on businesses offering specials and give- jewelry, clothing, barware and home the many ways readers can support small aways. decor--everything you'll need for the businesses and remind all of us the impor- next shutdown ;-) Contactless delivery tance of shopping, dining, and spending Museum Store Sunday follows Small available for Etsy or phone orders. locally to better the Northside community. Business Saturday on November 29. Even if you've recently visited the muse- Especially now more than ever. um, check out their gift shops which typ- ically showcase local artists, designers, This guide includes a variety of Northside and original products. The Northside has small businesses and their offerings, eight independent museums including national and neighborhood events, plus Randyland, Johnny Angel's Ginchy Stuff food pantries and programs for those in and Music Experience Museum, Bicycle need and those who wish to spend their Heaven, Photo Antiquities, the National Photo courtesy of Refucilo Winery support by way of monetary or product Aviary, Children's Museum and Museum Refucilo Winery donations. Lab, Mattress Factory plus The Warhol 907 Western Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15233 and Carnegie Science Center. (412) 251-0231 | www.Refucilo.wine Image courtesy of Wagsburgh Gifts of Time, Love, and Wine are Take the pledge to surely the basic ingredients for a Happy Wagsburgh Holiday season! Visit us at our North Shop Small & Give Big Featured Northside 632 E. Ohio St, Pittsburgh, PA 15212 Side location for a wide selection of 412.904.3459 | wagspgh.com Argentinian wine and specialty tapas. this year! Small Businesses Follow us on Instagram and Facebook Our handcrafted wines are also avail- for announcements of in-store specials, able to order online and can be shipped fundraisers, and raffles. If you have any throughout Pennsylvania. Check out our Try these 3 steps: special requests, let us know and we'll do wine selection for in-store purchase, and our best to support your needs. Thank online orders, at www.Refucilo.wine 1. Pick three independent small busi- you for supporting local. nesses you'd miss if they disappeared Exercise-2-Electricity tomorrow. Go visit them, say hi, and find Personal fitness equipment demonstra- a little something to buy this holiday. tions. Your place or mine. Bikes, Ellipti- cal's, Rowers, Treadmills, New and Used. 2. Consider spending that $50 each Exercise and Health Aide Company. month on items you need at the small Formerly on 113 Federal St. Now at 1111 businesses in your neighborhood instead Lincoln Avenue, Springdale, Pa. 15144. of national chain stores or Amazon. By Appointment Only. Call or Text 412- 519-2271. For additional information 3. Build a new tradition by including a Photo courtesy of The Farmer’s Daughter Flowers visit exercise2electricity.com Northside small business or charitable group in an annual holiday or celebra- tion- whether it be for the holidays, The Farmer's Daughter Flowers birthdays, or anniversaries. 502 E Ohio St, Pittsburgh, PA 15212 412.231.1238 www.thefarmersdaughterflowers.com National events Full service floral shop and botanically Image courtesy of The National Aviary inspired gift shop filled with curiosities. Image courtesy of Bio-Test Express focused on local Come visit us at our new shopfront National Aviary across the street from our previous loca- 700 Arch Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15212 communities tion! Pre-order your Christmas Wreath, Seasonal Hours: Monday, Wednes- Bio Test Express Driver now shipping! day-Sunday 10 am – 5 pm, Medical Courier has opening for driver Thanksgiving is on Thursday November closed Tuesday to shuttle between AGH Hospital and 26. Pick up your Thanksgiving table's Mustard & Relics 412-258-9445 testing Lab on Federal Street. Moderate fresh fixings, pies, bread, turkey, and 3596 Brighton Road www.aviary.org walking involved. No heavy lifting. Must beverages from Northside small busi- Pittsburgh, PA 15212 Make 2020 holiday shopping fun—head have valid drivers license. Report to nesses this year. Telephone: 412-545-3386 to the National Aviary! Whether shop- Fedearl Street for start of shift. Compa- Website: www.mustardandrelics.com ping for the animal and nature lover in ny vehicle provided during work shift. Many know Black Friday as a big box Tucked away in the Brighton Heights your life, someone who loves the arts, Part-time shifts, flexible scheduling. store event with blockbuster deals and neighborhood, Northside's favorite or the kids on your list, explore a mix of Also openings available at our loca- never ending lines. Instead of hitting vintage shop survived the pandemic! sustainable products, local artisans, and tion in Gibsonia, PA. Contact Kevin at the malls on Friday, November 27 shop, Now re-opened to the public 12pm-5pm, the latest trends! Admission not required (724)444-0933 ext.28. More company dine, and/or patron Northside's Black- Wednesday through Saturday with full to shop. info biotestexpress.com owned businesses. COVID safety measures in place. Or call for an appointment to shop alone Continued on Page 16 Saturday, November 28 will be the 5th or with your pod. Enjoy complimentary Annual Northside Small Business Satur- facemasks and hand sanitizer as you Page 16 The Northside Chronicle November 2020

to 1,000 households in the Northside. Call nated the project in conjunction with the 412-321-1834 to learn more about making seniors 'ruff' out Humane Animal Rescue. Ruff Mats pro- The Northside a donation or follow them at https://www. vide stimulation through work play when Chronicle's 4th Annual facebook.com/Elks-339-Yellow-Glove-Proj- social distancing with handlers hide treats within the strips for the Reader's Choice Awards ect crafts for canines dogs to discover. According to www.rover. com, puzzles like these are “often recom- for Best of Northside Brown Chapel AME Food Pantry 1400 mended by dog behaviorists, interactive Small Business Boyle St. Pittsburgh PA 15212. Call (412) dog toys are designed to help keep your dog 321-2240 for more information. busy while you’re away, stave off boredom, Vote for your favorite Northside and stimulate their natural curiosity.” Bethel Food Pantry Open the 1st and 3rd While the mats are beneficial to small business now through Friday, Wednesday of the month from 5:30-63:0 the dogs, the making of the mats is also November 20, 2020 by using the PM at Bethel Assembly of God, 1223 Stay- very beneficial to the LIFE Pittsburgh form in the center of the newspa- ton St. Pittsburgh, PA 15212. We have non Participants that are creating them. The perishable food and there are no restric- project has provided mental and physical per or register for our free weekly tions on receiving food. Donations can be stimulation for the LIFE Pittsburgh Partic- e-newsletter to receive the online received after our Sunday service around ipants, a benefit of Recreational Therapy form on Thursday, November 5th. 11:45AM or contact the office at 412-231- during any time, but especially during times 5200 to arrange a drop off time. of increased social isolation related to the www.thenorthsidechronicle.com current pandemic. Riverview Food Bank at Riverview United Photo courtesy of LIFE Pittsburgh According to www.actsretirement. Presbyterian Church at 3505 Perrysville Over the past several months, Participants org, “Being frequently engaged in social, Food Pantries Ave. Pittsburgh PA 15214. Food Distribu- from LIFE Pittsburgh’s Allegheny Center physical, and mental activities not only tion Tuesdays 3:00-4:15pm Volunteers and Green location on the Northside have helps with mental stimulation for seniors, Donations are always welcome! stayed active with their mission of giving to but also helps them have a more positive Northside Community Food Pantry at another local nonprofit organization, The outlook.” Ms. Bartley knew this would be Common Ministries 1601 Brighton Rd. Mt. Carmel Food Bank at Mt. Carmel Bap- Humane Animal Rescue. LIFE Pittsburgh another great project for Participants to Pittsburgh PA 15212. Open 9:30AM-12PM tist Church, 2000 Brighton Rd. Pittsburgh Participants have been busy making ‘Ruff do while staying safe at home, stating, “the Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday. Volun- PA 15212. Wednesday 6-8:30PM and Friday Mats’ for dogs at the local animal shelter. Participants at AC Green have done similar teers and donations welcome. Also receiv- 6-7PM. Ruff Mats are made of soft woven strips of projects in the past”. Since the beginning ing winter clothing and toiletries donations fleece threaded through a plastic grid to of the COVID-19 crisis, LIFE Pittsburgh for Hidden Valley Men's Shelter. Call (412) Northview Heights Family Support Center create an enrichment treat for the shelter has fully adapted to keep their Participants 323-1163 for more information. at 101 Hazlett St. Pittsburgh PA 15214. Call dogs. Each Ruff Mat uses approximately safe, healthy, and feeling cared for in their for more information: (412) 323-1020 ext. 130 strips of fleece that Participants cut out, homes. Yellow Glove Project is an Elks Lodge #339 210 individually, by hand. charitable program to collect and distribute Caitlin Bartley, one of LIFE Pitts- Story continued on Page 17... household cleaning supplies and toiletries burgh’s Recreational Therapists, coordi- November 2020 The Northside Chronicle Page 17 Steps to support your favorite neighborhood small businesses

Here are a few ideas worth sharing with friends and family:

Call to find out hours or changes in operations of the Northside small business where you'd like to become a new patron.

Photos courtesy of LIFE Pittsburgh This has included transitioning their Pre-order in advance for pick-up creative Recreational Therapy program when possible. from center-based activities to in-home activities. Karen, pictured above, is a LIFE Schedule one meal for dine-in or take out each Pittsburgh Participant leading the charge, week to start learning menu items. noting that she likes making the Ruff Mats because, “It’s good for my hands to keep them moving, since I have arthritis!” All Already a regular at your neighborhood spots? the Participants involved have enjoyed the process of making the Ruff Mats as a way of giving back. Participants have donated Consider buying in bulk! Many food and drink over 35 Ruff Mats to The Humane Animal retailers create fresh and easily frozen meals Rescue and are currently working on their services that seniors need, so they can stay next batch. or drinks to keep on hand for your convenience. where they are most comfortable, in their LIFE Pittsburgh is a communi- own homes. If you or a loved one needs ty-based alternative to nursing home care, extra support to stay safe and healthy at for over 20 years, they have been collabo- Get wild and try a new item! home, please reach out. For more informa- rating with older adults struggling to man- tion, please call (412) 388-8050 TTY: 711 Buy one for a friend! age their help and independence to avoid or visit www.lifepittsburgh.org. Go farther! their risk of nursing home placement. Their goal is to provide the support and Visit your nearby Northside Looking for an opportunity to neighborhoods to discover what small serve your community? business offerings you've been missing.

Grab gifts, or gift cards, for upcoming The Northside Chronicle is now taking fall intern- birthdays, anniversaries, and celebrations. ship applications for college students interested in journalism and photojournalism. High school se- Consider planning holiday meals with niors are also encouraged to apply. Northside small businesses that cater this year.

Interested candidates should email editor@thenorthsidechronicle. Christmas is only 114 days away com or mail a resume and cover letter with three writing or photo as of September 1st! samples to: Mark your calendars for Small Business Satur- The Northside Chronicle day on November 28, 2020.

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