Events

09/11 2013

South Oakland Neighborhood Block Party – Oakcliffe Version – Wed Sept 11, 4:30-7:30

Thanks to all of you for making South Oakland Community Day at Dan Marino Field this past Saturday a huge success! We served over 300 dinners alone!
So, how do you follow up an event like South Oakland Community Day…
OAKCLIFFE – SOUTH OAKLAND NEIGHBORHOOD BLOCK PARTY!
FREE FOOD FOR ALL! – FREE T-SHIRTS FOR STUDENTS!
When: Wednesday, September 11, 2013, 4:30-7:30 p.m.
Where: CHS Community Center, 374 Lawn Street
All South Oakland residents are encouraged to attend, as well as students from all schools.
09/08 2013

Successful South Oakland Community Day 2013

We will update this post when we are able to sort through everything for some actual numbers, but we had well over 200 neighbors, students and friends attend our first collaborative Community Day with SONG and Oakcliffe Housing Club (OHC).

The biggest of thanks to all our hard working Planning Committee Members and Volunteers, and our generous Sponsors and Donors!

You can check out our pics of the event.   Please email any more you have and we’ll try to get them all posted!

SOCD 2013 Pics

08/28 2013

SWINBURNE STREET BRIDGE TO REOPEN – 8/29/13

SWINBURNE STREET BRIDGE TO REOPEN

(PITTSBURGH) August 28, 2013   The City of Pittsburgh Department of Public Works advises that Swinburne Bridge and Swinburne Street will reopen on Thursday, August 29, 2013. The bridge will remain weight retricted until further analysis can be made.

For more information, please contact City Project Manager Chuck McClain, P.E., with the Bureau of Transportation and Engineering

Check out the official notice (although sometimes mispelled as Swineburne)

08/08 2013

OPDC’s “Good Neighbor” Handouts For Oakland Students And Residents

(still updating this post as links to sources are added and verified)

Oakland Planning & Development Corporation (OPDC) has put together a bag with some useful information about living in Oakland and being a “Good Neighbor”.   OPDC is seeking volunteers to commit to specific blocks and days for the door-knocking campaign. Specifically Saturdays August 24 and September 7.  They will provide lunch and supplies for volunteers. To get involved, please contact bnino@opdc.org or 412.621.7863 ext. 21.

Pitt will host community block parties on September 11th, 19th, and 26th in Oakcliffe, Central Oakland, North Oakland, respectively. OPDC will publish specific places and times as they confirm details. These parties are free and open to all neighbors.

Included in the bag are:

 

08/05 2013

PCRG Bike Ride through Pgh, Sunday, August 18 at 8AM

Pittsburgh Community Reinvestment Group’s (PCRG) staff is heading out for casual ride throughout the City on Sunday, August 18 at 8AM, and we want you to come along! The ride will consist of trail, road, and an ambitious climb up Liberty Avenue towards Bloomfield. We won’t leave anyone behind!

The event is free, but please RSVP with sam@pcrg.org so we can get a sense of how many people would like to go.

PCRG.org

http://www.endomondo.com/routes/219830230

08/02 2013

Oakland Restaurant Week – Mon Aug 5 – Fri Aug 9

Oakland Restaurant Week Set to Begin

Take advantage of the great restaurants in Oakland during Oakland Restaurant Week, which will be held Monday, Aug. 5, through Friday, Aug. 9. Nearly a dozen restaurants have teamed up to offer you lunch for just $5 at each location. When you order a $5 lunch from any participating restaurant, you also will receive an entry card for the chance to win free lunch for a month at various Oakland locations and other great prizes. For the list of participating restaurants and more information, visit OaklandRestaurantWeek.wordpress.com

08/02 2013

Open House – Tue, Aug 6th 4:00-6:00pm 255 Robinson St Pgh, PA 15213

Open House – Tuesday, August 6th 4:00-6:00pm
255 Robinson Street Pittsburgh, PA 15213

OPDC invites neighbors, supporters and potential buyers to tour this newly renovated home.

RSVP to kchatman@opdc.org or 412.621.7863 ext. 25.
Great location, lovely views, off-street parking, 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, new kitchen, finished basement and more!
For sale to an owner-occupant for $154,900.

 

 

07/24 2013

Tour of Pitt’s newly renovated University Store and new Nordenberg Hall

Join the Oakland Business Improvement District for a tour of the University of Pittsburgh’s newly renovated University Store on Fifth and the brand new Nordenberg Hall. This will be an excellent opportunity to get a sneak peak at the new construction.

Wednesday, July 24th, 3:30 — 5:30 p.m.

Tour begins at the University Store on Fifth,

4000 Fifth Avenue

RSVP appreciated, but not required; 412.683.6243, mary@oaklandbid.org

07/16 2013

Pittsburgh “Green” House July/August Workshops

The Pittsburgh Green House, a project of ACTION-Housing, Inc., is a weatherization training and educational facility where contractors and the general public can learn about residential energy usage, water savings and improving the comfort of housing.

  • How To: Building an Attic Hatch Box and Insulation Basics – Monday, July 22 10:00AM – 11:30AM – $10
  • Effective Solutions for Stormwater Management with Clean Rivers Campaign – Wednesday, July 24 6:00PM – 7:00PM – $5
  • Home Energy Audit with EECO Center – Saturday, July 27 10:00AM – 11:00AM –
  • Home Water Audit – Tuesday, July 30 6:00PM – 7:00PM – $5
  • Residential Solar with Standard Solar – Saturday, August 3 10:00AM – 11:00AM – Free
  • Composting Basics with Allegheny Organics – Saturday, August 17 10:00AM – 11:00AM – $12

Register for workshops  online

Check out their website

07/16 2013

South Oakland Community Day Planning Meeting – Monday August 12 6PM

Next meeting to plan for South Oakland Community Day (SOCD)
    6PM Monday August 12 2013,  Frazier Fieldhouse, Frazier St and Dawson St,
    The festival is scheduled for Saturday September 7, 2013.  More details to come.
    If you know anyone that is interested in participating/volunteering for various planning, preparation and activities, but cannot attend the meeting, please use the contact page to give us their contact information so we can coordinate and plan for this event.  The current subcommittees and general tasks and responsibilities:
  • Marketing & Recruitment – Advertising/Media contact, Volunteer recruitment
  • Operations & Activities – Event operation planning for games/activities/sports, food/beverage storage/prep/cooking/menu/cups/plates etc,  setup & teardown, work with Finance subcommittee on budget.
  • Fundraising, Sponsorship & Finance – Plan budget, set funding goals, secure donations, plan fundraisers.
    Check out the SOCD Page for more details.
07/12 2013

Dollar Bank Homebuyer workshop Monday, July 15th at 6pm

This Monday, July 15th  at 6pm there will be a free Dollar Bank Homebuyer workshop at The Corner in West Oakland, 200 Robinson St.

This is a great opportunity for first time homebuyers looking for resources and guidance through this process!

Attached is a flier with all the details – please spread the word to all your networks.

• Credit counseling and restoration programs*
• Grant money for closing costs*
• Affordable mortgage and down payment options
• Programs to help public housing residents,
section 8 tenants and renters (Minimum annual family income requirements)
• Your free credit report including an evaluation

To register, please call 412-683-1400 or  info@cornerpgh.org