Events

04/05 2018

Free Fellowship Dinner At Bellefield Towers

The Commonwealth is a new church organization in Bellefield Towers and hosting a free dinner next week on Wed Apr 11 at 6pm. The menu is homestyle pot-roast with honey glazed carrots, a crusty dinner roll, and chocolate chip cookies. (Plus a portobello "pot roast" for vegetarians). 
 
The Commonwealth
100 N. Bellefield Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
www.oaklandcommonwealth.com
412-701-1628   
 
Click here for printable flyer.  
 
There is also an event their FB page: https://www.facebook.com/commonwealthoakland/

04/03 2018

EVENING OF OAKLAND STORYTELLING – Fri 6/8

AN EVENING OF OAKLAND STORYTELLING
Save the Date! Friday, June 8, 2018 at the Falk Laboratory School (4060 Allequippa St, Pittsburgh, PA 15261). 
 
Join OPDC in their new venue for delicious offerings from Legume, live Moth-style storytelling, and a celebration of OPDC's work to build a more equitable community for all. Formal invitation to follow. 
 
Visit OPDC's website for more info.
opdc.org/oaklandstorytelling
04/03 2018

Health Care Forum On Opiod Solutions – Thu 4/19 2:30pm

Health Care Forum – Search For The Opiod Solution
Thursday, April 19, 2018
Panel 1-2:30pm – Resource Fair 2:30-3:30pm
Heinz Field – Hyundai Club
Open To The Public – Free Admission
Free Parking Provided In The Stage AE Lot. 
 
After a record 700-plus overdoses last year in Allegheny County alone, people throughout the Pittsburgh region, and the state, are striving to turn the corner on the opioid epidemic. As tens of thousands struggle with addiction to ever-more-potent narcotics, we'll bring together the leaders who are marshaling resources, and the problem-solvers who know the city's hardest-hit streets. 
 
On April 19, Governor Wolf and local leaders will be discussing ways to address the opioid epidemic in our region at Heinz Field. Following the forum, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will host a roundtable that includes local individuals working towards solutions from recovery, treatment, and housing communities. 
 
Please share this event with your community. Register or learn more at the event website: http://promo.post-gazette.com/healthforum 
 
Click here for a printable flyer for more info.
04/03 2018

Oakland Hard To Recycle Event – Sat 4/28 9a-1p

HARD-TO-RECYCLE EVENT
BRING YOUR HARD-TO-RECYCLE ITEMS!
SATURDAY, APRIL 28, 2018 • 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
FORBES TOWER SURFACE LOT (corner of Atwood & Sennott Streets) 
 
ACCEPTED ITEMS INCLUDE: Televisions, computers, computer monitors, cell phones, printers, microwaves, tires off rims, and more! 
 
YOU MUST BE AN OAKLAND RESIDENT TO PARTICIPATE. ALL FEES ARE WAIVED. 
 
Click here for printable flyer for more info.
03/20 2018

Women in Govt, Advocacy & Private Sector – 3/22 6p Carnegie Lib.

 
You’re Invited: March 22nd in Pittsburgh, A Conversation on Women in Government, Advocacy and the Private Sector 
 
In honor of Women’s History Month, PA Sen Jay Costa is hosting a roundtable discussion on women in the workplace – whether that workplace is government, a nonprofit, or the private sector. He's assembled an incredible panel of local women. 
 
You’ll hear from: 
  • Dr. Jennie Sweet-Cushman, Assistant Director of PA Center for Women and Politics and Chatham University
  • Heather Arnet, CEO of the Women & Girls Foundation
  • Marsha Jones, Executive Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer of PNC Financial Services
  • Sarah Marche, Vice President of Pharmacy Markets, Highmark Inc.
This event will be Thursday, March 22nd from 6:30-8:00pm at the Carnegie Library 4400 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh, Pa. 
 
Click here for a printable flyer and more info.
03/16 2018

St Patrick’s Day Saturday 3/17/18

St. Patrick's Day, March 17, 2018 
 
Several main thoroughfares throughout Downtown Pittsburgh will be closed Saturday, March 17, for the St. Patrick's Day Parade. 
 
Those celebrating St. Patrick's Day are urged do so responsibly and to use public transportation, cabs or ride-sharing services to get around the city. 
 
Don't Drink & Drive when you can get a FREE RIDE!
Use the code to save on your 1st trip!
  • Lyft: PGHSAFE18  for $10 off
  • Uber: PGHSAFE  for $20 off
  • Z-Trip: PITZTRIP  for $10 off
    

03/07 2018

Coffee With A Cop – Sun 3/18 3-4:30p At Forbes Starbucks

Coffee With A Cop
University of Pittsburgh Police Department
Introducing the new Specialized
Neighborhood Resource Unit
with Community Relations 
 
Meet and Greet Officers from the Neighborhood Resource Unit and
Community Relations for coffee and conversation. Join us in an informal
setting to bring together local businesses and law enforcement. 
 
Sunday, March 18, 2018 3pm—4:30pm
Starbucks Coffee,  3618 Forbes Ave. Pittsburgh PA 15213   
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 Coffee with a Cop Flyer.pdf

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12/23 2017

S Oakland Mtg With PWSA Re Lead In Water At St Regis Hall Tue 1/9/18

Some South Oakland water tests show elevated lead levels.  Join us to learn more about organizing a neighborhood-wide lead level survey.
OPDC invites you to hear from the Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority (PWSA) about lead contamination sources and what precautions can be taken to remedy them. 
 
Tuesday, January 9th, 2018 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
St. Regis Parish Hall 3235 Parkview Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15213   
 
Click here for a printable flyer to share with your neighbors.

11/09 2017

Oakland Light Up Season Kickoff Fri, 11/17/17 5:50p

OAKLAND LIGHT UP SEASON 
Kicking off Friday, November 17
Forbes Digital Plaza
Corner of Forbes Avenue & Bouquet St
  • Live Music, Free Cookies & Hot Cocoa – 5:30pm
  • Tree Lighting – 6:15pm
Vote for your favorite Holiday Decorations in the Oakland Business District & Win Prizes!
Tweet a pic of your favorite display with hashtag LIGHTUPTHESEASON 
 
Click here to see flyer for more info
11/09 2017

Oakland Light Up Season Kickoff Fri, 11/17/17 5:50p

OAKLAND LIGHT UP SEASON 
Starting Friday, November 17, 2017    
Oakland Light Up Season
Kicking off Friday, November 17
Forbes Digital Plaza
Corner of Forbes Avenue & Bouquet St
Live Music, Free Cookies & Hot Cocoa – 5:30pm
Tree Lighting – 6:15pm
Vote for your favorite Holiday Decorations in the Oakland Business District & Win Prizes! Tweet a pic of your favorite display with hastag LIGHTUPTHESEASON
10/31 2017

Town Hall Mtg On City Rules, Processes And OGV Proposal,

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GIVE YOUR INPUT ABOUT DEVELOPMENT ALONG THE BATES STREET CORRIDOR 
 
JOIN US FOR A COMMUNITY DISCUSSION 
 
Community Discussion – Thursday November 2, 7 PM @ 294 SEMPLE ST 
  • Learn about zoning, permitting, and city policy priorities.
  • Hear a brief presentation by Oakland Gateway Ventures.
  • Share your opinions with local elected officials and public partners.  
See attached flyer and renderings for more info.
10/17 2017

Heinz Chapel Choir Holiday Concert – Sun 12/3 3pm

Join the Heinz Chapel Choir for their holiday concert followed by a reception hosted by the Pitt Alumni Association. 
 
Don't miss out on this opportunity that will be sure to put you in the holiday spirit, and join the choir members afterwards for some refreshments. 
 
Heinz Chapel Choir Holiday Concert and Reception
Sunday, December 3, 2017
Concert: 3 p.m. Heinz Memorial Chapel 
South Bellefield Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 
 
Reception: following the concert at Alumni Hall, Connolly Ballroom
4227 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15260 
 
The cost is $25 per person and includes the concert and reception. 
 
RSVP here by Monday, November 20, 2017.  
 
Questions can be directed to Laraine Hlatky at the Pitt Alumni Association 
by phone at 412-624-5589 or via e-mail at hlaraine@pitt.edu