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AUGUST 2007
Community Day is a great annual tradition that brings thecommunity together for a variety of family-friendly activities,but it also causes some traffic problems as borough roads areclosed for the 5K Race and Family Fun Walk, and theCommunity Day Parade.
The race begins, appropriately enough, at Koenig FieldHouse near Race Street. It proceeds down Greendale, thenfollows New, West Swissvale, Pennwood, under the under-pass on Race, East Swissvale, Oakview, Chestnut, Elm,Linden, Maple, Beech, Locust, Hawthorn, Walnut, East
Swissvale, Race, Pennwood, Little Race, and back toGreendale. These streets will be closed from approximately8:15-10 a.m. For a complete map of the course, visit the bor-ough website.
The parade begins at 11 a.m. at the top of Maple andtakes a fairly direct route to the field.
If you live along either of these routes, be aware that yourstreet will be closed for some portion of the morning, andplan ahead if you need to get your car out.
Annual Festival Brings Day-Long Fun; Temporary Traffic Inconvenience
Edgewood Community Day 2007Saturday, August 18
8:30 a.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5K Race Walkers Begin
9 a.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5K Race Runners Begin
11 a.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Parade
12 – 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Performance by local marching band
1 p.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .See “Spot” the dog
1 – 3 p.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Performance by Traxx
2 p.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Fireman Chicken, Chicken wings, & ribs dinner
2 – 6 p.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Airhead balloons
3 – 4 p.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Performance by Turning Point
4:15 – 7:15 p.m. . . . . . . . . . .Performance by Hoodoo Drug Store
5:45 p.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Police Raffle and 50/50 drawing for Recreation and Fire Department
7:45 – 8:45 p.m. . . . . . . . . . .Edgewood Symphony Orchestra
9 p.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Zambelli Fireworks Display
Moon BounceDunking Booth
Inflatable climbing wallIntermediate climbing wall
Sticky obstacle courseGiant twister
Children’s games
All Day Long
Story SwapJoin your friends at the library for a
performance by the students who havebeen learning the fine art of story-telling with Alan Irvine. This produc-tion for friends and family isWednesday, August 8 at 6:30 p.m.
Show Them the MoneyHelp your kids learn financial litera-
cy The Saturday, August 11 class cov-ers checking and savings accounts, andon August 25 the topic is basic invest-ments. Be at the library at 1:30 p.m. togain financial savvy early.
Summer Reading ClubsThe summer reading clubs end at
3 p.m. on Saturday, August 11. Youmay use the log form on the Library’shome page or tell us in person. Therewill be no extensions.
The reading clubs’ ending party willbe held on Tuesday, August 14 from
5-6:30 p.m. at the Edgewood ClubBallroom. If you have completed therequirements for the reading clubs(read to me and independent readers)you will receive an invitation to join usfor the “Mystery’s Most Wanted” dinnertheater beginning August 1.
Teen Readers’ Club wrap up partywill be held by invitation only,Wednesday August 15 from 6:30 -7:30p.m.
Community DayThe library will sponsor a visit from
Maisy, the loveable mouse from story-land in the annual Community Dayparade on August 18. Maisy will alsobe down at Koenig Field handing outbooks to the young people in atten-dance.
Grandparents’ Day CraftsCome to the library on Saturday,
September 1 at 11 a.m. to make some-thing special for these special peoplein our lives. Reserve your spot byThursday, August 30.
PJs R UsCome to the library in your jammies
on Wednesday, September 5 at 6:30p.m. for Pajama Family Story Hour.
Batter Up!Take yourself out to the ballgame at
this baseball-themed event Saturday,September 8 at noon. Participants willhave a sporting good time with stories,games and a craft. Children 4-10 willreally love this event! Register byThursday, September 6.
The Return of the Baby Lap SitBaby lap sits will resume on
Monday, September 10 and runthrough Monday, October 29, all at10:30 a.m. Bring your baby up to 18months of age to a special program justfor the both of you. Enjoy stories,songs and nursery rhymes and meetother parents, infants and toddlers.
By Andrea McNeillLibrarian
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EDGEWOOD is published ten times per year by theBorough of Edgewood, Two Race Street, Pittsburgh, PA.15218. Marjie Stewart, Editor; Niki Augustine, Adver-tising Manager; Mercury Printing, Inc., Printer.
EDGEWOOD is mailed at no charge to every house-hold in Edgewood and to EDGEWOOD advertisers.Subscriptions are available to former residents and otherinterested parties at $10/yr.
Advertising will be accepted for the September issue. Please call Niki Augustine (412-371-1711) or [email protected] to obtain rates and reservead space.
Deadline for the September issue is Wednesday,August 15. Please send all articles or correspondenceto the attention of the editor, e-mail [email protected].
EDGEWOOD COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONSLibrary
COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONSThe Borough of Edgewood does not
specifically endorse any communityorganization, but welcomes and pub-lishes newsletter announcements fromall community groups in the borough.The editor reserves the right to editannouncements for length, content, orto meet editorial policies of the borough. For information on how tosubmit your news, see the box below.
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EDGEWOOD COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS
A President Busch ResignsIt is with a heavy heart that we
announce the resignation of VaughnBusch as the President and key mem-ber of the Edgewood Foundation.
Vaughn has made many contribu-tions to the Foundation and to the bor-ough of Edgewood during his time onthe board. He was instrumental in thedevelopment of the 2007 EdgewoodDirectory. He developed a databasethat allowed the Foundation to auto-mate our appeals letter process, whilecontinuing to give follow up lettersand thank you notes a personal touch.
Vaughn expanded the EdgewoodFoundation’s fundraising efforts inDecember 2005 by adding a theaterevent to our calendar, which was fol-lowed up in 2006 with a Wine andChocolate gala. Our high school sen-iors benefited from Vaughn’s talents asthe annual Senior Brunch grew duringhis tenure.
He was instrumental in bringingmore visibility and community aware-ness of the Edgewood Foundation tothe community. He brought a freshlook, new ideas and tons of energy tothe Foundation that positively changedthe dynamics of the Board and our
relationship with our business partners.While Vaughn is leaving the
Edgewood Foundation as a member ofour Board of Directors, he will contin-ue to take part in and volunteer for ourevents, and will also continue to main-tain the foundation website,www.edgewoodfoundation.org. Wespeak for all of Edgewood when wesay Vaughn will be missed in his roleat the Edgewood Foundation, but weare happy to still have him as a pillarof our community.
New to Edgewood? Want some information? A glass of
wine? The Edgewood Foundation canhelp! Please join us for our New-comer’s reception Thursday, Sep-tember 20 at 7 p.m. The reception willbe held at an Edgewood residencewith a mix of local community groupsand leaders on hand to answer ques-tions and to put a face with that name.You will also be able to pick up good-ie bags from local vendors. There willbe wine and light refreshments served.Please watch your mailboxes for yourinvitation. For more information pleasecontact Niki Augustine at (412) 371-1711 or [email protected]
Your Place or Mine?On that newcomer’s note, we are
looking for a host for this year’s recep-
tion. If you would like to open yourhome please contact Niki Augustine nolater than August 30.
Community DayDon’t forget to visit the Edgewood
Foundation booth for your free bag ofpopcorn. While you are there pick up anEdgewood Directory at the cost of $10.
Need Meals?Edgewood Home Delivered Meals is
supported by the First PresbyterianChurch of Edgewood and run by theEastern Area Adult Services. AnyEdgewood or Swissvale resident whois unable to shop for or prepare mealsduring a period of recuperation or fora longer term is eligible to receive thisservice. Volunteers deliver mealsMonday through Fridays f you or amember of your family needs this kindof help, call (412) 731-6125 and regis-ter with the director, Jodi Trovato.
Drivers and Runners WantedOnce again we are in need of drivers
and runners to deliver the meals; pleasecall Joy Goethert at (412) 731-1640 orJodi at the center if you can spare twohours once or twice a month.
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R E W A R DThe week of June 11 a resident of Greendale Avenueshot my cat with a pellet gun and dropped her atAnimal Rescue as a “stray found in Swissvale.” Cashreward for anyone with information leading to chargesin this incident. David Walton, 541 Allenby Avenue
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Once and Future ProgramsIn April, the C.C. Mellor Memorial
Library and the Edgewood HistoricalSociety sponsored a joint program SuePollins a docent with the Westmore-land Museum of American Art, present-ed a program which emphasized theScalp Level artists. George Hetzel, anEdgewood native, was a major artist ofthis group.
Several programs are scheduled forthe balance of the year. In September,David Goggin will narrate a video onthe Battle of Antiem that he made withfellow teachers from Fox Chapel HighSchool. For December, Joan Mancusofrom Erie will present a program onthe Braddock Road reenactmentsWatch newsletter for further details.
Community Day BoothPlease visit our booth at Community
Day August 18. There will be two tablesof flea market items for sale. Severalnew historical posts cards on the UnionSwitch & Signal will be on sale.
HistoricalSociety
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Pre-arranged funeral planning available
7441 Washington Street • Swissvale
Telephone: 412/271-0345
GENERAL PRACTICE of LAW
KATHLEEN D. SCHNEIDERATTORNEY AT LAW/CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT
AdoptionBankruptcy
Divorce and Family LawEstate Administration
Inheritance Tax ReturnsGay/Lesbian Agreements
Income Tax ReturnsReal Estate
Small Business ConsultationTax Planning
Wills, Trusts and Powers of Attorney
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EDGEWOOD COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS
AT LONG LAST: The traditional photograph of graduating high school seniors at theEdgewood Foundation’s annual Senior Brunch. Thanks to all the parents who sent theirphotos in. Pictured are, l. to r., Row One; Ellen Valentine, Alaire Chybrzynski, Abby VanWassen, Hannah Chybrzynski, Lauren Evans, and Ellie Sharkey. Row Two: Alex Laun, TylerMcGuigan, Joe Podnar, and Katie Kefalos. Row Three: Margaret Freedline, AmandaStewart,, Paul Gleason, and Danny Horner.
It’s time for the running of the 23ndannual running of the EdgewoodCommunity Day 5K Race and FamilyFun Walk, Community Day, August 18.Race applications have been mailed tothose who participated in the past, andare available at the borough building,the C.C. Mellor Memorial Library, andat many local businesses.
If you would like to volunteer,please contact us – we need people atregistration, on the course, and at thewater stop. We’d like to hear fromthose who have volunteered in thepast, as well as first-timers.
For more information, e-mail [email protected], or callMarjie Stewart at (421) 242-5345. Mapsand registration forms are available onthe borough website.
Thanks to all our sponsors:Allegheny Chesapeake PhysicalTherapy, the Edgewood Foundation,the Western Pennsylvania School forthe Deaf, Edgewood Giant Eagle,Kefalos & Associates, Eyes on RegentSquare, Edgewood Family Chiropractic,Katerbean, Murphy’s Taproom, KramerConstruction, Dunning’s Grill, LamiGrubb Architects, Fleet Feet Sports,Exquisite Smiles/Dr. David J. Sultanov,and Fleet Feet Sports.
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NICK G. KEFALOS, BrokerResidence: (412) 244-9517NICK C. KEFALOS, JR.Residence: (412) 241-5023CHRISTOPHER G. KEFALOSResidence: (412) 241-5433ERIC G. KNOLLEResidence: (412) 977-4501CHRISTINE G. HUDALEResidence: (412) 371-3133
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• SUZAN M. LAMI, AIAROBERT W. GRUBB, AIAPhone: 412.243.3430www.lamigrubb.com
Fireworks and SymphonyFavorites
Join the ESO on Koenig Field at 8 p.m. for a pre-fireworks musical cel-ebration. The ESO will play somefamiliar classical music, including somefun Strauss waltzes and marches, alongwith some popular music like Piratesof the Caribbean, the Pink Panther andmore. The concert will finish with Starsand Stripes Forever to help launch thefireworks.
A Fair in the ParkMark your calendar Sunday,
September 9 at 1 p.m. for the ESO’sfirst performance at A Fair in the Parkin Mellon Park. A Fair in the Park is anannual contemporary craft festival pre-sented by The Craftsmen’s Guild ofPittsburgh. Mellon Park is behind Fifthand Shady Avenues, adjacent to The
Pittsburgh Center for the Arts. In addi-tion to crafts and art demonstrations, AFair in the Park also features a chil-dren’s activity area, entertainment(including the Edgewood Symphonyof course!), and some great food.Check out http://www.craftsmensguild.org/Fair_web/Site/fairhome.htmlfor more information.
Fall SeasonThe ESO’s 2007- 2008 season begins
with a concert in October. Please visitwww.edgewoodsymphony.org to re-quest your season brochure and orderyour series subscription.
ESO
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Borough Directory Borough Office InformationMonday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (412) 242-4824Fax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (412) 242-4027Website: www.edgewood.pgh.pa.usMailing address: Two Race Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15218
Borough ManagerKurt Ferguson . . . . . . . . . .(412) 242-4824E-mail: [email protected]
Code EnforcementFred Sapp . . . . . . . . . . . . (412) 242-4824E-mail: [email protected]., Wed.
and Fri. . . . . . . . .8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Tax OfficeMaureen Smith . . . . . . . .(412) 731-0200Mon., Wed. and Thurs. . . . .9 a.m. - noon
Wage TaxesPennsylvania Municipal Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(412) 829-0567
Recreation OfficeE-mail: [email protected]
Police and FireEmergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .911
Police Chief Paul Wood . . . . . . . .(412) 242-4824, ext. 612Crime Watch . . . .(412) 242-4824, ext. 700E-mail: [email protected]
Fire ChiefDavid Andrews . . . . . . . .(412) 242-4824E-mail: [email protected]
Overnight Vehicle Call-insMonday–Friday
8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. . . . .(412) 242-4824Monday–Friday after 5 p.m.
and weekends . . . . . .(412) 242-9994
Garbage CollectionWaste Management of Pennsylvania, Inc. . . . . . .(800) 458-4090
Recycling CollectionEdgewood Borough Public Works . . . . . . . . . . .(412) 242-2410
NewsletterEditor
Marjie Stewart . . . . . . .(412) 242-5345E-mail: edgewoodnewsletter@
yahoo.comAd Manager
Niki Augustine . . . . . .(412) 371-1711E-mail: [email protected]
Community DayI hope everyone will come out for
Community Day on Saturday, August18. The fireworks show will likely bethe most up close display you will eversee.
Comprehensive PlanningProcess
The borough is in the midst of sev-eral initiatives that will have long-termeffects on the borough. Our compre-hensive plan is moving forward. Ourpublic meeting in May, seeking com-munity input, attracted almost 80 resi-dents. We are in the midst of selectinga professional planning firm that willassist in the planning and improvementof Edgewood Avenue. The goal is notonly the physical improvements them-selves, but to formulate a plan that willimpact the future of EdgewoodAvenue, Edgewood Towne Center, andthe borough owned “parcel D” adjacentto Edgewood Towne Center.
Code Enforcement InitiativeThe final initiative began in early
July. The borough is serious aboutmaintaining the quality of our commu-nity. The borough’s ability to maintainitself as a desirable place to live beginswith maintaining the value of our com-munity. While this argument can centeron public safety or tax burden I be-lieve that its most fundamental compo-nent is the quality of our housing stock
and specifically our code enforcementefforts. The borough has begun goingstreet by street inspecting properties.We will work our way through everystreet, past every property in the bor-ough. We will issue warning letters,allow time for improvements to bemade, but issue citations and takeproperty owners before the magistrateif necessary.
These inspections will focus onevery aspect of a property that fallsunder our property maintenance code.This includes curbs, sidewalks, grassand shrubs, as well as those aspects ofa property visible from the street. Wewill be fair, but apply the same stan-dards throughout every street on everyproperty in the borough. For those ofyou who have complained about spe-cific properties, please by patient. Thecitation system provides a generousamount of time to offenders, and thesystem often allows tremendous lee-way to those inclined to not take careof their property.
Oftentimes, as many of you areaware, questionable activity often cen-ters around neglected or abandonedproperties. We can allow neither ofthose to continue in this borough.Dilapidated properties have a tendencyto not stay isolated. In those areas oftown where those properties haveappeared we will stay focused in elimi-nating them. Property owners will beresponsible for maintaining their prop-erties or be answerable for their neglect.I will continue to report on our efforts.
By Kurt FergusonBorough Manager
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911 TrainingOfficer Nugent from the Edgewood
Police Department, along with BethButler from Allegheny County 911,were at the Edgewood Primary Schoolon May 25 to teach the first grade classabout 911. The children learned howto dial the number were given anexplanation of what it is used for.
The children also received a safetytalk about strangers and were given achance to make a 911 call to hear whatquestions will be asked of them by the911 operator. They also toured the 911training van. Thanks to AlleghenyCounty 911 and Jean McAteer, theschool principal, for their help.
Community DayCommunity Day is almost here and
the Edgewood Police Department isgearing up. We will again have ourpolice booth at the event and be givingaway free items to the residents ofEdgewood. We will have our annualchildren’s raffle later in the evening andwill again raffle off bikes, gift cards andother assorted prizes. The PittsburghPenguins have donated numerousitems to be given away which will bemade into a gift basket and given awayto one lucky child. The basket willinclude a signed bobble head of SidCrosby, so make sure your child signsup at the police booth for a chance towin one of these fabulous prizes.
New OfficerCongratulations to Mike Ferguson,
who was sworn in on June 4 asEdgewood Borough’s newest full-timeofficer. He has already been workingin Edgewood as a part-time officer, aswell as working part-time with the East
McKeesport Police Department. Wewish Officer Ferguson a long and thriv-ing career with Edgewood.
Activity ReportThe Edgewood Police Department
responded to and handled 2,636 callsfor service in May 2007. There were831 incidents reported, 371 complaintsreceived and 13 accidents investigated,one of which resulted in personalinjury, and 11 of which resulted inproperty damage.
Part I Crimes are the more seriouscrimes of homicide, rape, robbery,aggravated assault, burglary, larceny,motor vehicle theft and arson. Of the19 Part I Crimes committed in the bor-ough, there were no robberies, onemotor vehicle theft, 13 shoplifting inci-dents, one aggravated assault, andthree other crimes.
There were 20 adult and one juve-nile arrests made for felony and misde-meanor violations.
Edgewood officers wrote a total of176 traffic citations, 365 parking cita-tions and three arrests for driving underthe influence were made. There werethree vandalism/criminal mischief com-plaints and no narcotics offenses.
Officers also responded to 16 falsealarm calls, took 499 reports, responded
to 33 public nuisance complaints, wrote10 non-traffic citation and responded to23 calls for medical assistance.
By Paul WoodChief of Police
Woodland Hills TaxesThe Woodland Hills School District
tax bills were mailed out on July 1. Thecurrent millage for the school is 24.65. If you have not received your tax bill,have changed your mortgage companyor are now responsible for your taxpayments please call my office so I canmail you a copy. As a homeowner, youare responsible for getting that infor-mation to me and to the AlleghenyCounty Treasurer’s office.
This tax is due at discount untilAugust 31. Payment will not be accept-ed at discount if it is received after thisdate unless it is postmarked. If you arepaying in installments, the first install-ment is due by August 31 also. If it isreceived after that date, the tax will nolonger be accepted in installments.Please read the back of your bill.
Borough TaxesThe borough taxes are due penalty
as of July 31. If you have any questionsabout your tax bills, feel free to call meat (412) 731-0200 on Monday,Wednesday, or Thursday between 9 a.m. and 12 p.m.
By Maureen SmithTax Collector
PoliceReport
Summer vacation time is here. When youleave for vacation, your home should notappear to be vacant. This means ensuringmail or newspapers don’t pile up. Be sureto put lights on timers throughout yourhome. You can also call the borough withyour vacation information so that in casethere is an emergency, the PoliceDepartment will be able to make contactwith you while you are away.
Tax Time
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Mower Repairs & Tool Sharpening
Mike the Balloon Guy and Company LLCEntertainment Artists of Pittsburgh
Balloon Artists • Face Painters • Balloon DecoratingCaricature Artists • Clowns • Mimes • Jugglers • ShirtsAirbrush Tattoos • Story Tellers • Magicians • PuppetShows • Hair Wraps • Beads • Hypnotists • PettingZoos • Pony Rides • Musicians • DJ’sKaraoke • Slides • Moonwalks • TrainRides • Tarot • Palm R e a d e r s • R o c kWalls • Cyclists • Psychic AstrologistChair Massage • Stilt Walkers • VentriloquistsRice Jewelry • Iridologist • Hand Writing AnalystsBi rd Shows • Spin Ar t412-371-4899 miketheballoonguy.com
McCormick RenovationsWindows • Siding • Soffit & Fascia • Roofing
Kitchens • Bathrooms • Gamerooms • Additions
412-271-57701917 McCague St. • Pittsburgh, PA 15218 Fax: 412-271-5772
Special Cards& Gifts
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Ann Titus 2209 Ardmore Blvd.Margaret Titus Forest Hills, PA 15221Plethora (pleth ` re) n.[ML < Gr pléthoré, to be full] abundanceee
EDWARD J. I. GANNONATTORNEY AT LAW
7405 Hutchinson AvenuePittsburgh, PA 15218
(412) 731-5155
SEMBOWER-MIKESELL INC.PLUMBING - HEATING - AIR CONDITIONING
RESIDENTIAL - COMMERCIALGENERAL CONTRACTING
Master Plumbers: 1711 Douglass DriveJOHN SEMBOWER Wilkinsburg, PA 15221RICHARD NAVARI JR. 412-241-0195 • 241-0946 • 241-0179
Community DayThe parade will begin at 11 a.m.
PLEASE contract me if you have a con-vertible that we can use in the parade.If you can’t drive it we can provide adriver.
The long wait is now over for theinfamous chicken or rib dinners.Dinners consist of half of a barbecuechicken or ribs, corn on the cob,coleslaw and a roll. Chef Kevinadvised that the dinners should beready to go around 2-ish. The price forthis feast is still only $8. This year wewill also be selling wings. Three typeswill be available: garlic/butter, Buffaloand barbecue. Come often and bringan appetite!
Get on the TruckYou may have noticed these signs at
the borough building and KeonigField. They were provided through agrant for the Woodland Hills firedepartments in an effort to boost mem-bership. The number of volunteers hasbeen dropping, not just in our area,but also statewide. I have had a fewinquiries since putting the signs up sothey are working – now to get themembers.
The EVFD will also be offering ajunior firefighter program. Currentlyour by-laws state that you must be 18years of age to join, but the junior pro-gram allows 14 year olds to join. If youknow of anyone interested in joiningcontact me at [email protected].
By Dave AndrewsFire Chief
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No Interest Payment OptionsComplimentary ConsultationsBrite Smile WhiteningNew Patients Welcomed
Thomas H. Brown, D.M.D.412-242-4022
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Evening and WeekendAppointments Availablewww.edgewooddentalassociates.com
Edgewood Towne CentreSuite 110
1789 S. Braddock Ave.
KRAMER CONSTRUCTION• Roofing • Concrete • Siding • Windows• Soffit & Fascia • Decks• Gutters • Kitchens & BathroomsFREE ESTIMATES (412) 247-9467FULLY INSURED EDGEWOOD RESIDENT
Ph: (412) 241-9507 Fax: (412) 241-1754
DAVE GERENYI’S
1043 S. Braddock Ave. State InspectionRegent Square, PA 15218 Emmissions
Larry KaufmanGeneral Carpentry
412-828-6730
Additions • New BuildingsRenovations
Quality Work • Free Estimates
If You Don’t Know Your Diamonds–Know Your Jeweler
STONEBRAKER’SJ E W E L E R S
1112 S. BRADDOCK AVENUEPITTSBURGH, PA 15218
John Stonebraker (412) 243-1554Owner (412) 243-0884
• FREE WORKOUT •New Members Only
Life Fitness Equipment • Ab MachinesTreadmills • Bikes • Ellipticals • Steppers
Free Weights • Rowing MachinesLocker Rooms with ShowersPersonal Training and Tanning
EAST ENDFITNESS
for Men and Women412-371-20001400 So. Braddock Avenue
in Regent Square
3392 Saxonburg Blvd, Glenshaw, PADesign Maintenance Gallery
412.487.7802
Kathy ClevengerREALTOR
- Edgewood Resident- Market savvyCall to sell or buy a home412-241-4700 x38412-969-7519 (cell)[email protected]
Heather Miller, Owner [email protected]
wicksandwash.comUnique Soaps, Candles, and Bath Accessories
*Get 10% off your order usediscount code: Edgewood*
NOT SO MAD DAD: Matt Weiss of East Hutchinson Avenue joins Edgewood and Wilkinsburgkids by the Wilkinsburg fire truck at the MAD DADS’ Fathers’ Day community cookout heldat the Hamnett Street Station parking lot. Food, fun, and music rocked the day, as the MadDads reached out to community kids. MAD DADS stands for Men Against Destruction-Defending Against Drugs and Social Disorder. For more information, visitwww.maddads.com.
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Edgewood Volunteer Fire Department wants you.Page 8
Coming soon to your neighborhood
Edgewood Borough is beginning a code enforcementinspection initiative.Page 6
Community Day
The annual family fun day is August 18.Page 1 and throughout this issue
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The Borough of Edgewood2 Race Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15218-1445
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Classified AdsTo place an ad, call NikiAugustine at 412-371-1711.
SERVICESRENOVATIONS BY MICHAEL J. SCHERBICK…Wedesign and build inside and out! 412-244-9799.www.michaeljscherbick.com
ALICIA’S PROFESSIONAL DOG GROOMING—Pick up and delivery. References available. Call 412-271-8844.
VIOLIN OR PIANO LESSONS at any level. Call Erika(412) 337-2301.
TOO BUSY TO COOK? Delicious, nutritious mealsdelivered fresh daily. Organic produce from homegarden (seasonal). Event planning and cateringservices also provided. References and samplesavailable upon request. Paula (412) 242-4486.
IN-HOME PERSONAL TRAINING—Busy with work &family? NO problem. The trainer comes to you.No more excuses!! Call today for a free consultation.Alix Marchetti & Lori Kashellack—Your PersonalTraining Team (412) 969-3584 or (412) 871-5632.
MASSAGE THERAPY FOR HEALTHY MIND & BODY•Swedish •Deep Tissue •Deep Tissue with Trigger Point•Myofascial Therapy. Don’t settle for mediocrity! $15 offyour first massage. Lori Kashellack (412) 969-3584 or(412) 871-5632.
TIME TO FEEL BETTER? Start today with Shiatsu orTrigger Point therapy. Twelve years experience. BodyHarmony Massage Therapy, Marcia Smith.412-871-5388.
NEW PUPPY? LONG WORKDAY? BORED POOCH?…CALL PET PAL. Daily walks, exercise, feeding andrelated care. Park playgroups. All animals. 10 yrs. exp.in Edgewood, Regent Square, Squirrel Hill, Pt. Breeze.412-242-9976.
FINE FIDDLERS AND PIANISTS OF PITTSBURGH.Violin and Piano lessons, violin groups,theory/composition for ages 2-1/2 to adult. Beginnersthrough advanced, Suzuki certified and traditionalmethods. Call Rodanne (412) 241-5477.
VOICE/PIANO LESSONS-FOREST HILLS—Beginningto Inter. Children and Adults. Call Frank: 412-731-0773
CLEANING MAID EASY—Professional CleaningService—Trustworthy, Dependable and Affordable. Allsupplies and equipment furnished. SatisfactionGuaranteed. Call (412) 896-1757.
AFFORDABLE PICTURE FRAMING SERVICE byyour neighbor, Joyce Chandler, a certified framer since1986. Call (412) 247-5787.
MUSIC LESSONS in Piano, Guitar, and Violin. Theoryand Improv. Children & Adults. Beginners andIntermediate. Call Janice, 412-371-2942.
TRY A RELAXING SWEDISH MASSAGE in the privacy of your home. Fully insured. Call for appt.412-303-7876
FOR RENT1 BEDROOM, 1st Floor Apartment, fireplace, porch,yard, laundry, $525 + gas and electric. 412-731-1034.
BEAUTIFUL VACATION HOME on the Outer Banks.Perfect for one family, sleeps 6. All the comforts of home. Available Summer and Fall. Call Jan (412)241-7722.
EDGEWOOD-2BR-Great Location, $665+E, avail. 8/1Equity R.E. 412-422-9200
CAREER OPPORTUNITIESBUILD A CAREER in residential real estate sales in ourRegent Square office. Receive the training and supportthat is necessary to succeed. Call Maureen States at412-241-4700 ext. 11, at Neighborhood Realty Services.
HAVE YOU EVER SEEN AN ELDERLY NEIGHBORTHAT NEEDED HELP? Home Instead Senior Carehelps seniors stay independent in their own homes. Weassist with companionship, meal prep, med. reminders,light housekeeping, laundry, escorts, and assist withdressing, walking, bathing, etc. We are looking formature, caring people to help our clients stay at home. If you fit the description, call (412) 731-0733.Car Required.
