Oakland

08/14 2016

Local University Official Move-in Dates 2016

‘Student Move-in’ for Fall 2016 Term 
Below is a list of local University move-in dates.
  • Carlow University – August 23-24, 28, 2016
  • Carnegie Mellon University – August 20, 24-25, 2016
  • Chatham University – August 24, 2016
  • Duquesne University – August 16, 2016
  • Point Park University – August 22, 25, 27, 2016
  • University of Pittsburgh – August 22-28, 2016
08/02 2016

Dollar Bank Citiparks Cinema In The Park – Summer 2016 – 6/5 To 8/31

Films are shown at dusk on Sundays and Wednesdays, June 5 – August 31, 2016 at Flagstaff Hill in Schenley Park. 
 
Wednesday Nights also include the Concert Series at Flagstaff Hill.  Come early to enjoy mid-week musical performances before the movie begins. Bands perform on Flagstaff Hill Wednesdays from approximately 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Please note:  Inclement weather may cause cancellations.
Follow @Citiparks and @CitiparksEvents on Twitter for updates. 
 
Check out the Citiparks website for more info and schedule
http://pittsburghpa.gov/citiparks/cinema-schenley
07/30 2016

Aug 2016 – Oakwatch Mtg Wed 8/17 6pm, Green Team Mtg 8/18 6pm

Oakwatch : The Oakland Code Enforcement Project
Third Wednesdays (alternating meeting times at Noon and 6pm)
August 17, 6pm at the Oakland Career Center, 294 Semple St, Pgh, PA 15213.
Check the webpage for further details and any last minute changes.
Oakwatch webpage 

Green Team : Putting the “oak” back in Oakland
Third Thursdays
August 18, 6pm, Oakland Career Center, 294 Semple St, Pgh, PA 15213.
Check the webpage for further details and any last minute changes.
Green Team webpage

07/27 2016

EcoDistrict Focus Group mtg TODAY 7/27th 5pm At The Corner – 200 Robinson St

 Scott Page, a consultant working with the EcoInnovation District in Uptown/West Oakland/ Hill District, is in town this week. 
 
 There will be a focus group meeting to discuss and provide community input for the needs and vision for development plans in the EcoDistrict. This meeting will take place TODAY Wednesday, July 27th 5:00pm at The Corner at 200 Robinson St. Please plan to attend and this is a great opportunity to ask questions and/or express concerns you may have directly to the consultant in charge of this project. 
 
Check out the EcoDistrict website for more info   
http://www.ecoinnovationdistrict.org/ 
 
Check out The Corner's website for more info on them
http://www.cornerpgh.org/ 
 
07/19 2016

July Green Team Mtg Cancelled In Favor Of City Bike Planning Mtg

The Green Team meeting for July is cancelled. People are encouraged to attend one of the two public meetings listed below. Your input is valuable! 
 
July 19, 2016 6:00pm – 8:00pm 
Jewish Community Center, 5738 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15217 
 
July 25, 2016 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Pittsburgh Bike Share, 3328 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15201 
 
You can also find links through the City's Bike/Ped Facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1009844382469706/
or see 7/11/16 post on this website about these bike planning meetings. 
 
The July Green Team meeting is cancelled, please attend one of the two public meetings instead. 
07/13 2016

S&S Oakland – Museum Comes Alive – Fri 7/22 6-8PM

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Escape to paradise on Friday July 22, 2016 at Soldiers & Sailors. We are rolling back time to the Hawaiian Territories during the summer of 1941, when Friday night meant canteen dances, umbrella drinks, and tropical treats! 
 
Experience the sights, sounds, and sips of Hawaii. 
 
MUST BE AT LEAST 21 TO ENTER! 
 
These events help Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall financially so we can continue our mission preserving a lasting tribute to those men and women who unselfishly gave of themselves in serving their country during American wars. 
 
Honor them with your presence. 
 
Click here for the Soldiers & Sailors website for more info
or click here for the link to their Facebook event.
 
07/03 2016

Come Join Our Yoga Classes Starting Tue 7/5 at 7pm

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Come join our yoga classes!   Every Tuesday Evening @ 7pm. Starting Tuesday July 5 at the South Oakland Community Orchard, 3213 Parkview Ave, Pgh, PA 15213

Instructor: Nicole Pruss.
Donation: $5 per class Who: Ages 16 yrs and up.

PS: Bring your own mat.

If you have any other questions, click here to use the SONG contact page

or check out the events page at SouthOaklandPgh.org/Events

07/01 2016

PWSA Ongoing Water Main Work On Lothrop, Terrace, & Darragh Sts Thru Nov 2016

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  • Construction commenced on June 13, 2016.
  • Installation of main waterline on Lothrop Street is 50% complete from 5th Avenue to Victoria Street.
  • Concrete paving base restoration is being completed as each 100-foot section of main waterline is installed.
  • The project is approximately 10% complete.
  • The anticipated project completion date is November 2016, weather permitting.
Check the attached flyer for map and more info.
06/29 2016

July 2016 – Oakwatch Mtg Wed 7/20 Noon, Green Team Mtg 7/21 6pm

Oakwatch : The Oakland Code Enforcement Project
Third Wednesdays
July 20 Noon at the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh, located at 234 McKee Place, Pittsburgh, PA 15213​. They ask you to please RSVP.​
No outside food/drink, no backpacks/briefcases
Check the webpage for further details and any last minute changes.
Guest Speaker:  Maura Kennedy – PLI director
Oakwatch webpage 

Green Team : Putting the “oak” back in Oakland
Third Thursdays
July 21, 6pm, Oakland Career Center, 294 Semple St, Pgh, PA 15213.
Check the webpage for further details and any last minute changes.
Green Team webpage

06/13 2016

PWSA Paving Schedule June 13-17

Traffic Advisory – PWSA Paving Schedule 
June 13 – June 17, 2016 
 
The Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority (PWSA) contractors are scheduled to complete surface restoration, which includes paving and concrete work for the week of June 13, 2016. Many work locations will require restricted parking while work is being performed.  Signs will be posted in advance and removed as soon as possible. 
 
*Please note that the schedule is weather dependent and subject to change. 
 
Work locations are as follows: 
 
3rd Avenue at Ross Street
Market Street at Forbes Avenue
North Craig Street at Bayard Street
Fifth Avenue at Neville Street
249 North Craig Street 
 
The above sites will be paved overnight to accommodate traffic. 
 
Any customer who needs additional information should call PWSA Emergency Dispatch 24/7 at 412.255.2423 
06/10 2016

Round 2 Signups For Grassroots Green Homes Energy Saving Challenge

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Participate in the Energy Efficiency Challenge – Sign Up By June 30 for Kits #3-12 
Sign up to receive free Do-It-Yourself energy efficiency tools for participation in a ongoing energy efficiency challenge. Share your utility bill with our team, and you will get information and guidance from your own neighbors on ways to lower your energy bills. 
 
Apply for Free Home Weatherization Plus Services – Round 2: Deadline August 30
Apply for additional free weatherization services (like air sealing and insulation) to make your house even more energy efficient. To qualify, you must own your own home and be a non-smoker. After the work is complete, you will be able to showcase the improvements through data sharing or a home tour. 
 
Get Involved: Be an Energy Coach – Still Accepting Applications
There are still ways to get involved in the program! Energy Coaches attend free training and planning sessions to design program roll out to their neighborhoods, organize tip and tool distribution, and gather feedback from participants. 
 
See the attached flyer for more info

06/07 2016

June 2016 – Oakwatch Mtg Wed 6/15 6pm, Green Team Mtg 6/16 6pm

Oakwatch : The Oakland Code Enforcement Project
Third Wednesdays
June 15 6pm at the Oakland Career Center, 294 Semple St, Pgh, PA 15213.

Check the webpage for further details and any last minute changes.
Guest Speaker Allison Harnden – Pittsburgh Nighttime Economy Manager  
Oakwatch webpage 
 
Green Team : Putting the “oak” back in Oakland
Third Thursdays
June 16, 6pm, Oakland Career Center, 294 Semple St, Pgh, PA 15213.
Check the webpage for further details and any last minute changes.
Green Team webpage
 

06/02 2016

Oakland Restaurant Wk – July 18-23 – 6 Days Of $6 Lunches

Spend Smart while Eating Great
Win free lunch for a month as well as other great prizes from Oakland retail shops!
Also, enjoy a Meatless Monday option thanks to the Sustainable Pittsburgh Restaurants Program — OBID’s way of helping to reduce the impact on the environment.
Click here for more info about menu and restaurant participation.