Events

06/10 2014

Schenley Park – Cinema In The Park – Sundays & Wednesdays – June 8 to Aug 31. 2014

Location: Flagstaff Hill
Dates: Sundays and Wednesdays, June 8 – August 31, 2014
Time: Dusk

WEDNESDAY NIGHT 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 7-8p.m.

PARENT’S GUIDE TO MOVIE RATINGS

Not sure if a movie is suitable for your family?  Click on the movie titles to review IMDB’s Parent’s Guide for each movie.

DATE

MOVIE

June 8

Here Comes the Boom (PG)

June 11

Man of Steel (PG-13)
CONCERT: Center Stage Band

June 15

The Little Mermaid (G)

June 18

Iron Man 3 (PG-13)   
CONCERT: Gramsci Melodic

June 22

Monsters University (G)

June 25

Gravity (PG-13)  
CONCERT: Justin Fabus band

June 29

E.T.  the Extra-Terrestrial (PG)

July 2

Last Vegas (PG-13)
CONCERT: Darryl & Kim

July 6

Space Jam (PG)

July 9

Thor: The Dark World (PG-13)  
CONCERT: L’Lamint Dance Band

July 13

Despicable Me 2 (PG)

July 16

Saving Mr. Banks (PG-13)  
CONCERT: Shinizyn

July 20

Mary Poppins (not rated)

July 23

The Hunger Games: Catching Fire (PG-13)  
CONCERT: Frank Sintra Tribute

July 27

Big Miracle (PG)

July 30

42 (PG-13)  
CONCERT: Bruce Katz

August 3

Frozen (PG)

August 6

The Great Gatsby (PG-13)  
CONCERT: The Grid

August 10

Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (G) 

August 13

The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug (PG-13)  
CONCERT: Muddy Kreek Blues Band

August 17

The Smurfs 2 (PG)

August 20

All Is Lost (PG-13)  
CONCERT: Ferla-Marcinizyn Guitar Duo

August 24

Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2 (PG)

August 27

Oblivion (PG-13)   
CONCERT: Bridgette Perdue

August 31

Planes (PG)
http://pittsburghpa.gov/citiparks/cinema-schenley
06/07 2014

Frazier Fieldhouse Festivites For Adults Sat 6/28 7pm, No Kids Night For Rest Of Summer

Our monthly adult get-togethers at the Frazier Fieldhouse adjacent to Dan Marino Field on Frazier St.  Any volunteers, donations of food or beverages, or even lending of movies is encouraged and welcome.

The Kids nights are going to be suspended for the summer, resuming in September.

Saturday June 28th is the adult get-together from 7pm-10pm.

Some entertainment like karaoke or other is possible, but this event is more of an eat, meet and greet, maybe some card games so that neighbors can introduce themselves and discuss topics of interest and ideas for future events like like music, movies, games, etc.

This event is for ages 21 and older.

Due to the size of the building and limited people to run the event, we are limiting the number of adults to 30, so signing up beforehand is recommended.  Please include your name, address and contact number.

Donations of a covered dish, hors d’oeuvres, snacks and beverages are requested and welcome, but not mandatory.

Anyone that would like to share some of their favorite beer or wine for their neighbors to try is also welcome.  To avoid this becoming a “bar” night, we ask that you limit to one or two drinks total per person.

We reserve the right to ask anyone who is disruptive at any event to leave.

Please RSVP via SONG contact page, call or text SONG Phone#, or talk to Janet Sims in person.

05/27 2014

Film Screening “The House I Live In” – Thur 6/19, 6pm at The Corner

Conscious Media @ The Corner: Screening of the film “The House I Live In” on Thursday, June 19th at 6pm, discussion to follow. This film reveals the profound human rights implications of U.S. drug policies. This is a free event, donations accepted. Light refreshments provided. A wonderful opportunity to connect with others, inspire positive change and bring consciousness to our communities.
05/05 2014

Frazier Fieldhouse Festivites for Kids Fri 5/30 5pm, Adults Sat 5/31 7pm

Our monthly kids movie night and adult get-togethers at the Frazier Fieldhouse adjacent to Dan Marino Field on Frazier St.  Any volunteers, donations of food or beverages, or even lending of movies is encouraged and welcome.

Friday May 30th is the kids movie night from 5pm-7pm.

Due to the size of the building and limited people to run the event, we are limiting the number of children to 30, so signing up beforehand is recommended.  Please include child’s name, parents’ names, address and contact number.

Children ages 5-15 are welcome.  Any children ages 5-9 are required to have a parent or older sibling to accompany them.

Some food/snacks will be provided, but parents must provide and coordinate any special diet or other restrictions.

Donations of snacks and beverages are definitely welcome.

All children MUST be picked up by 7pm.

Saturday May 31st is the adult get-together from 7pm-10pm.

This event is more of an eat, meet and greet so that neighbors can introduce themselves and discuss topics of interest and ideas for future events like like music, movies, games, etc.

This event is for ages 21 and older.

Due to the size of the building and limited people to run the event, we are limiting the number of adults to 30, so signing up beforehand is recommended.  Please include your name, address and contact number.

Donations of a covered dish, hors d’oeuvres, snacks and beverages are requested and welcome, but not mandatory.

Anyone that would like to share some of their favorite beer or wine for their neighbors to try is also welcome.  To avoid this becoming a “bar” night, we ask that you limit to one or two drinks total per person.

We reserve the right to ask anyone who is disruptive at any event to leave.

Please RSVP via SONG contact page, call or text SONG Phone#, or talk to Janet Sims in person.

05/01 2014

Pgh Marathon THIS Sunday 5/4 – Oakland Road Closures 6:30-11:30am

From the Marathon Website:
Getting Around Town
Downtown closures will start at 11:30 PM on Saturday, May 3 and continue around the city through 2:30 PM on Sunday, May 4. For detailed information, view our road closure chart and road closure map.
If you need to travel around the city race day, view the Guide to Marathon Sunday map; routes in/out and around the city are provided. We also suggest checking our detailed map of Downtown before race day for anyone that will travel Downtown on race day; please note, certain sections of the city will be completely closed off to traffic on race day. Anyone in these sections of the city that will need to leave during the race, should consider parking their car outside the area.
– See more at: http://www.pittsburghmarathon.com/RaceWeekend#Town
04/24 2014

Frazier Farms Community Work Day Sat 5/3 10am-2pm (repeats every 2 weeks)

Next to Frazier Fieldhouse, Frazier St and Dawson St

A community garden.  Priority given to residents for limited space.

There are only a few beds unassigned, but everyone welcome to come help and learn.  Be sure to ask about the “wet club”, for helping to water during dry spells.

Check the calendar for scheduled dates.

 

farms

04/15 2014

Free Dogwood Tree Seedlings Available On Earth Day, Tue April 22

From The Mayor’s Office:
Next Tuesday April 22 — Earth Day — the City of Pittsburgh will give away free tree seedlings during an event on the City-County Building Portico.
The annual tree giveaway is sponsored by Mayor William Peduto and the Pittsburgh Shade Tree Commission. This year as in the past the City will be giving away flowering Dogwood seedlings.
The annual giveaway is in conjunction with Celebrate Arbor Day on Friday, April 25th. The City is also celebrating status as Tree City USA. Tree City USA is a program sponsored by the Arbor Day Foundation that recognizes a City’s commitment to care and maintain its trees.
WHEN: Tuesday, April 22, 2014. Earth Day
WHERE: City-County Building Portico, 414 Grant St., Pittsburgh.
TIME: Noon. Trees distributed on first come first serve basis.
04/05 2014

Frazier Fieldhouse Festivites for Kids Fri 4/25 5pm, Adults Sat 4/26 7pm

Our monthly kids movie night and adult get-togethers at the Frazier Fieldhouse adjacent to Dan Marino Field on Frazier St.  Any volunteers, donations of food or beverages, or even lending of movies is encouraged and welcome.

Friday April 25th is the kids movie night from 5pm-7pm.

Due to the size of the building and limited people to run the event, we are limiting the number of children to 30, so signing up beforehand is recommended.  Please include child’s name, parents’ names, address and contact number.

Children ages 5-15 are welcome.  Any children ages 5-9 are required to have a parent or older sibling to accompany them.

Some food/snacks will be provided, but parents must provide and coordinate any special diet or other restrictions.

Donations of snacks and beverages are definitely welcome.

All children MUST be picked up by 7pm.

Saturday April 26th is the adult get-together from 7pm-10pm.

For the time being, we are planning more of an eat, meet and greet so that neighbors can introduce themselves and discuss topics of interest and ideas for future events like like music, movies, games, etc.

This event is for ages 21 and older.

Due to the size of the building and limited people to run the event, we are limiting the number of adults to 30, so signing up beforehand is recommended.  Please include your name, address and contact number.

Donations of a covered dish, hors d’oeuvres, snacks and beverages are requested and welcome, but not mandatory.

Anyone that would like to share some of their favorite beer or wine for their neighbors to try is also welcome.  To avoid this becoming a “bar” night, we ask that you limit to one or two drinks total per person.

We reserve the right to ask anyone who is disruptive at any event to leave.

Please RSVP via SONG contact page, call or text SONG Phone# or talk to Janet Sims in person.

03/22 2014

Frazier Fieldhouse Festivites for Kids Fri 3/28 5pm, Adults Sat 3/29 7pm

Our monthly kids movie night and adult get-togethers at the Frazier Fieldhouse adjacent to Dan Marino Field on Frazier St.  Any volunteers, donations of food or beverages, or even lending of movies is encouraged and welcome.

Friday March 28th is the kids movie night from 5pm-7pm.

Due to the size of the building and limited people to run the event, we are limiting the number of children to 30, so signing up beforehand is recommended.  Please include child’s name, parents’ names, address and contact number.

Children ages 5-15 are welcome.  Any children ages 5-9 are required to have a parent or older sibling to accompany them.

Some food/snacks will be provided, but parents must provide and coordinate any special diet or other restrictions.

Donations of snacks and beverages are definitely welcome.

All children MUST be picked up by 7pm.

Saturday March 29th is the adult get-together from 7pm-10pm.

For this first event, we are planning more of an eat, meet and greet so that neighbors can introduce themselves and discuss topics of interest and ideas for future events like like music, movies, games, etc.

This event is for ages 21 and older.

Due to the size of the building and limited people to run the event, we are limiting the number of adults to 30, so signing up beforehand is recommended.  Please include your name, address and contact number.

Donations of a covered dish, hors d’oeuvres, snacks and beverages are requested and welcome, but not mandatory.

Anyone that would like to share some of their favorite beer or wine for their neighbors to try is also welcome.  To avoid this becoming a “bar” night, we ask that you limit to one or two drinks total per person.

We reserve the right to ask anyone who is disruptive at any event to leave.

Please RSVP via SONG contact page, call or text SONG Phone# or talk to Janet Sims in person.

03/17 2014

Mayor Peduto Kicks off Afordable Care Act Enrollment Push Tue 3/18 3pm

Mayor William Peduto and U.S. Rep. Mike Doyle will hold a press conference on Tuesday, March 18, in Homewood to kick off the final drive for Affordable Care Act enrollment.
There are less than three weeks left for uninsured Pittsburgh residents before theMarch 31 enrollment deadline and Mayor Peduto, Congressman Doyle, Get Covered America Pennsylvania State Director Bill England, the Consumer Health Coalition’s Beth Heeb and others will detail how easy it is to sign up. In-person enrollment assistance will be available at the event as well as information on how to get assistance elsewhere.
The event is open to the public and the media is encouraged to attend.
Who: Mayor William Peduto
         U.S. Rep. Mike Doyle
         Get Covered America Pennsylvania State Director Bill England
         Beth Heeb of Consumer Health Coalition
         Other stakeholders
What:  Press conference to launch final Affordable Care Act enrollment push in Pittsburgh, followed by in-person enrollment assistance
When:  Tuesday, March 18, 3 p.m.
Where:  Homewood YWCA, 6907 Frankstown Ave.
03/17 2014

Affordable Care Act – Info And Assistance – Wed 3/19 4-8pm

Wednesday: Affordable Care Act help in Pittsburgh 

The March 31 open enrollment deadline under the Affordable Care Act is almost here. That’s why I’m co-sponsoring an event this week that can help you and your family, friends and neighbors get covered.

You’re invited to come to the Hill District YMCA, 2114 Centre Ave., this Wednesday between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. to ask experts your questions and sign up for coverage before the deadline.

Four key things to know:
1.    Financial assistance is available for many Allegheny County residents.
2.    There is NO charge for the in-person assistance Wednesday.
3.    All plans will cover essential health benefits.
4.    It doesn’t matter if you have a pre-existing condition.

For more information, please call my office at 412-471-7760. 
03/13 2014

Oakland Mini-Design Consults for Facade Grant Program and Home Renovations Tues 3/18 6-7:30pm

If you’re considering applying for a facade grant through OPDC, or other home improvements, Design Consults if offering FREE 15 minute consultations Tuesday 3/18/14 6-7:30pm at Oakland Career Center – Community Room 294 Semple St,  Pittsburgh, PA 15213 Bring photos of your property so the designers can provide personalized advice.

Click on the flyer for more info and how to sign up for a consultation: