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Thursday, June 13, 2019
Fwd: Nurture, Invest, Lead: Dr. Hamlet Reflects on the 2018-2019 School Year
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Subject: Nurture, Invest, Lead: Dr. Hamlet Reflects on the 2018-2019 School Year
From: Superintendent Hamlet
Date: Thu, Jun 13, 2019 at 6:15 PM
Subject: Nurture, Invest, Lead: Dr. Hamlet Reflects on the 2018-2019 School Year
As our students and staff begin summer break, I'd like to take this opportunity to update you on work accomplished by staff and teachers and share more efforts underway this summer to continually raise the bar on student outcomes.
For the start of the 2018-19 school year, we rolled out new curricula in Algebra and K-5 Mathematics, building off recent curriculum updates in English Language Arts. Our 60 academic coaches continued to help teachers adapt and learn new, proven techniques to improve achievement. We launched programs that reduced out of school suspensions significantly and invested in education technology to help us track student achievement in real time and guide students as they navigate the college admission process.
Already, students are responding. The percentage of students scoring proficient and advanced on the 2018 PSSA increased on all three exams. Performance of our African American students also increased on all three PSSA exams. Graduation rates improved for all students by 10.4 percent to 80.8 percent in 2017. Additionally, students of both genders and African American students saw increases. In fact, the graduation rate for African American students in PPS surpassed the state by 3.7 percent.
We're not going to turn around achievement overnight, but these gains provide evidence that our strategic plan is guiding us in the right direction.
Nurture
Implementation of our strategic plan focused on the most vulnerable students.
We had to go back to basics and make sure our students are nurtured, so they are ready to learn. When I became superintendent, I learned that schools in many disadvantaged neighborhoods didn't have nurses or librarians. Graduation rates needed improvement, especially among our African American males and the out of school suspension rate was one of the highest in the state. ESL students, one of our District's fastest growing populations, were underserved. We increased translation supports and moved students out of sheltered ESL classrooms and into spaces where they can find a balance of support and challenge.
Now, in addition to eight community schools, all campuses have access to nurses and at least half-day librarians. This school year, we completed the implementation of Positive Behavior and Intervention Support (PBIS) and Restorative Practices to all 54 school buildings. Instead of the first line of defense being suspension, students now have trained staff focused on coping skills and conflict resolution.
The state didn't think we could roll PBIS out to all schools this quickly, but having successfully done so with colleges in my former district, I was confident in our ability to accomplish this goal. More importantly, we couldn't wait because for every year we waited, we risk another student leaving school and potentially winding up perpetuating the poverty cycle or worse. School-age children belong in school, focused on learning not on the streets, where they must focus on survival. As a result, the number of days students have missed school due to suspension has declined by more than 1,500 days.
Invest
This school year, in addition to investing in new curricula, we also invested in educational technology. We know that technology has the potential to become the great equalizer in bridging the achievement gap among students from underserved populations. In a world where students will be expected to use technology to find unfamiliar locations, look up information, or work with other people, we must prepare them accordingly.
Through the use of technology, we are able to engage students in their learning, provide much-needed intervention and enrichment, assess academic progress, and provide teachers valuable data to identify areas of need while cultivating innovative ways to improve teaching and learning.
One of these investments, called Naviance, offers college and career planning for middle and high school students. The software helps guidance counselors walk students through the process of identifying their strengths and interests and exploring careers and colleges to create personalized plans for life beyond high school. Our District now joins a growing number of large public-school systems across the country, including some of the largest urban districts which have embraced this platform as a proven career readiness tool.
Lead
Our quest to improve student achievement was laid with a strong foundation. You may remember that in 2016, I ordered the most in-depth third-party analysis of the Pittsburgh Public Schools system. I was hearing from stakeholders like you, including foundation leaders and parents, that the District was stuck. And the numbers reinforced what I was hearing. So, we had to do a deep dive. This analysis included 137 recommendations. It's overwhelming. But we took this analysis, and we met with thousands of parents, staff, and community members to form our strategic plan, Expect Great Things. So far, 72 of the recommendations have been fully implemented.
I'd like you to know that my staff and I are committed to working tirelessly toward completing more recommendations. Here are some efforts on our summer agenda:
- The rollout of On Track to Equity, a robust plan that details intentional efforts underway to eliminate racial disparity in achievement levels of African American students. Equity is one of four strategic themes in our strategic plan. The plan meets a requirement of our MOU with the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission to deliver, in writing to the Equity Advisory Panel (EAP), an implementation plan that details, "the action steps which the District will take in order to accomplish the terms of the MOU." We view the completion of the plan as an opportunity to move beyond compliance to demonstrate for all stakeholders our commitment to reaching our desired outcomes for students. We continue to finalize the plan with the EAP and expect to release a final plan to the public this summer.
- Implementation of Let's Talk! This interactive platform will streamline our Parent Hotline, Call Center calls and emails as well as all PPS social media chatter into one cohesive Dashboard. K12 Insight will provide onsite training of the 'Let's Talk!' platform and professional development on best practices in customer service. The platform will automatically assign ownership of all cases and issue alerts to the assigned staff, as well as alerting leadership with any significant concerns that may be arising. By housing all stakeholder communications in one centralized dashboard this will allow the District to enhance our customer service and to engage our community as a whole.
- The 2nd Annual Summer Leadership Academy's theme is Removing Barriers to Advance Teaching and Learning. The goal of the Summer Leadership Academy is to utilize district talent as an intentional capacity building strategy to strengthen systemic implementation of research-based pedagogical practices all aimed at advancing teaching, learning, and student outcomes. The Leadership Academy will provide School Leadership teams with the opportunity to participate in an intense professional growth experience.
While we're moving full steam ahead, we must recognize that we can't always rush progress. Consistent nurturing, investment and leadership are the key ingredients that will get our students where we know they can be, reaching their highest and greatest potential.
Dr. Anthony D. Hamlet
Superintendent of Schools
Pittsburgh Public Schools
412-529-3600 (W) | 412-622-3604 (F) |superintendenthamlet@pghschools.org
Friday, May 10, 2019
Fwd: Free and Almost Free in Pittsburgh list: "30+ Farmers Markets in the Pittsburgh Region"
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Frank (Big Kahuna) (Organizer) sent a message to the Free and Almost Free in Pittsburgh mailing list
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30+ Farmers Markets in the Pittsburgh Region
I'm in the process of putting the 30+ Farmers Markets on the Free and Almost Free in Pittsburgh Meetup Calendar. They are ALL OVER THE PLACE! So have fun. Kid Friendly and interesting ways MEET new people and get your groceries at the same time.
Cheers
Frank ;-)
Big Kahuna (ADMIN) of 5 Pittsburgh Meetup groups!
The Ultimate Guide to Pittsburgh Farmers Markets: 2019
http://www.goodfoodpittsburgh.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-pittsburgh-farmers-markets-2019/
May 4, 2019 by Madeline Quigley
Photo: Monongahela Farmers Market
Ah – a true sign of the season in Pittsburgh is the return of the city's Farmers Markets.
Spring through fall, Pittsburgh is fortunate enough to have Farmers Markets all over the city, every day of the week. Below we have rounded up a day-by-day guide to these markets. Enjoy!
Back again this year, local non-profit Just Harvest has a Fresh Access program at 21 different farmers markets around the city, where they offer a token exchange that allows shoppers to use credit, debit and food stamp cards at the farmers market. For those who have food stamps or SNAP assistance, Just Harvest offers an extra $2 to spend on fruits and vegetables for every $5 they spend at the farmers market.
Know of any farmers markets that we missed? Share with us in our comments, and we'll update the post!
Pittsburgh Farmers Market day-by-day guide:
Saturdays
Swissvale Farmers Market
Every Saturday, June 1 – October 26
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: 2036 Noble Street
At the Swissvale Farmers Market, you'll find locally-grown produce, baked goods, prepared foods, plus a variety of hand-made crafts and gift items. Vendors include: Jodikinos Farms, Hawk & Hen Gardens, Catchfly Gardens, Pitaland, Great Harvest Bread, Park Street Treats, Cobbler World, Just Harvest, Knitting By Pam and Donna, Meem's Knits, and Sky Blue Sky Studio.
Monroeville Lions Farmers' Market
Every Saturday, May 11 – November (Mother's Day – Thanksgiving)
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Monroeville Community Park, 2399 Tilbrook Road.
Vendors selling local produce, baked goods, meats and preserves. Vendors in the past have included: Pitaland, Paul's Apple Orchard, McKinney Family Farm, Larry Musser's Produce, Mish Meats, Ruk's Preserves and Harvest Valley Farms. A new vendor this year is Bushy Run Winery.
Sewickley Farmers Market
Every Saturday from April through November
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: St. James Parking Lot, 200 Walnut St., Sewickley, PA.
Typically, Merchants sell meat, locally-grown fresh vegetables, local honey, organic farms products, pierogies, pasta and more.
Mt. Lebanon Uptown Farmers Market
Every Saturday, May 11 – October 26
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Located in the Uptown Business District on Washington Road in Mt. Lebanon.
The Mt. Lebanon Uptown Farmers Market features 20+ weekly vendors of local produce, breads, meats, olive oil, honey, cheeses, arts and crafts.
Beaver Farmers Market
Every Saturday May – December
Hours: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Beaver Courthouse Parking Lot, 4th & Market Streets.
The Beaver Farmers Market is one of five Beaver County Markets open May through November. They feature fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meat, honey, fresh-cut flowers and bedding plants.
Butler City Farmers Market
Saturdays, May 25 through October
Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: 205 S. Chestnut Street, Butler
The Butler City Farmers Market takes place in an open-air space, featuring local produce, baked goods, crafts and more.
Mars Farmers Market
Saturdays, May through October
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Woodland Valley Church, 225 Crowe Avenue
Local vegetables and fruits, eggs, breads, baked goods, jams, jellies, crafts, jewelry, bedding plants, potted plants, flowers and more.
Ellwood City Farmers Market
Every Saturday, June 1 through October
Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Beaver Avenue Municipal Parking Lot, 500 Block of Beaver Avenue, Ellwood City, PA
Vendors include farms with local fruits and vegetables, flowers, baked goods, snacks, live music and kids activities. The market is part of the Ellwood City Revitalization (ECR) project.
Bloomfield Saturday Market
Every Saturday, May 18 – November 2
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: 5050 Liberty Avenue
The Bloomfield Saturday Market features fresh fruit, vegetable, and locally-made goods, plus an event calendar loaded with special dates, follow their Facebook for updates on programming. This year, they're welcoming vendors such as: Barlow Bakes cookies, be.wild.er farm, Bitter Ends Garden, City Fresh Pasta, Freedom Farms, Gryphon's Tea, Hannah's Honey, Mediterra Bakehouse, Mill Creek Trout Farm, Paul Family Farms, Pigeon Bagels, The Pittsburgh Juice Company, Prohibition Pastries, Wise County Biscuits, Zeke's Coffee Pittsburgh, and more!
Ligonier Country Market
Saturdays starting May 18
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: 110 Andi Lane, Ligonier, Pennsylvania 15759
The market has over 130 vendors. Find all kinds of fresh picked produce, flowers, farm beef, poultry and eggs, specialty breads, pastries, hot cooked foods, honey, maple syrup, jewelry, purses, country crafts, wood items, pet items, dog treats, candles and much more.
Farmers Markets of Greensburg
Every Saturday starting April 27 – November
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – Noon
Location: Lynchfield Recreation Park & Rt 66N
A ton of local produce, as well as pork, jam, eggs, and more can be found at this market.
Sundays
Shadyside Farmers Market
Every Sunday, starting June 2 through September
Hours: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: Liberty School lot (corner of Ellsworth and Ivy Streets, entrance at 635 Filbert Street).
The Shadyside Farmers Market will feature fresh fruits, vegetables, eggs, chicken, beef, pork, fish, hummus, honey and flowers.
City of Pittsburgh Squirrel Hill
Sundays, May 12 – November 24
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Beacon/Bartlett parking lot
Features farm-fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, cheese and baked goods.
Monthly market in Larimer
4th Sunday of each month
Hours: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m
Location: Larimer Avenue Greenspace, Larimer Ave. & Carver St.
This market will run: June 23, July 28, August 25, September 22, October 27 and November 24.
Keystone Farmers' Market
Every Sunday May 19 – September 29
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: 1150 Keystone Park Road, Derry, Pennsylvania
Come by the Keystone Farmers Market for jams, vegetables, candles, soaps, fruit, and much more!
Mondays
City of Pittsburgh East Liberty
Mondays, May 13 – November 25
Hours: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: NEW LOCATION! Garland Parklet Lot on N. Euclid Ave.
Features farm-fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, cheese and baked goods.
Zelienople-Harmony Farmers Market
Every Monday, starting June 3 through October 14
Hours: 3:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Zelienople Community Park
Fresh fruits, vegetables from McKinney Family Farm, along with a rotating list of guest vendors.
Robinson Farmers Market at Holy Trinity
Every Monday, starting May 13 – October
Hours: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Holy Trinity, 5718 Steubenville Pike, McKees Rocks
Many vendors participate weekly, including: produce, dairy, ice cream, hummus, wine, whiskey, kettle corn, shaved ice, honey, baked goods, pasta, coffee, pressed juice, smoothies, goat cheese, gyros, jerky, olive oil, bread, and more. There will also be food trucks, prepared food vendors, live entertainment and more. In the past this market has been closed Memorial Day and Labor Day.
Beaver Falls Farmers Market
Every Monday, May 6 – November 18
Hours: 3:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Location: Municipal parking lot, corner of 8th Ave. & 12th St.
Features fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meat, honey, fresh-cut flowers and bedding plants.
Photo: Ellwood City Farmers Market
Tuesdays
Lawrenceville Farmers Market
Every Tuesday, June 4 – October 29
Hours: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Arsenal Park, between 39th and 40th Streets, and between Butler and Penn Streets.
The Lawrenceville Farmers Market has moved to Tuesday, and the date change comes as a result of a cooperative partnership with the Bloomfield Saturday Market. This new partnership will connect a small cohort of shared farmers and producers that will participate in both the Lawrenceville Farmers Market and Bloomfield Saturday Market, allowing community members two opportunities to shop with their favorite vendors.
City of Pittsburgh South Side
Tuesdays, May 14 – November 26
Hours: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: 18th Street & Carson Street parking lot
Features farm-fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, cheese and baked goods.
New Brighton Farmers Market
Every Tuesday, starting May 7 through November
Hours: 3:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Location: 5th Avenue & 12th Street, New Brighton, PA.
The market, located in the parking lot next to the Family Dollar, features fresh fruit, vegetables, plants, baked goods, and prepared foods.
Chippewa Farmers Market
Every Tuesday from May 7 – November 19
Hours: 3:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Location: Chippewa United Methodist Church at the corner of Darlington Road and Shenango Road
Features fruits and vegetables about at the Pittsburgh farmers market, plus baked goods, meat, honey, fresh-cut flowers and bedding plants.
Latrobe Farmers Market
Every Tuesday from June 4 – September 24
Hours: 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Legion Keener Park (at Chestnut and Irving Streets)
Latrobe's farmers market features local vendors with produce, baked goods, popcorn, crafts and more.
Bethel Park Farmers Market
Every Tuesday from May 7 – September 24
Hours: 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Location: South Park VIP Parking Lots, directly off Corrigan Drive near the ice skating rink.
The Bethel Park Farmers Market offers items like Gyros, freshly made salads, BBQ sandwiches, cakes, cookies, breads, Kettle Corn, hummus, BBQ sauce, wine, whiskey, shaved ices, granola, breads, milk, cheese, yogurt, fruits, vegetables, and more!
Wednesdays
City of Pittsburgh Carrick Dairy District
Wednesday, June 19 – November 27
Hours: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: 1529 Brownsville Road
Features farm-fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, cheese and baked goods.
Mt. Lebanon Lions Farmers Market
Every Wednesday June 5 – October
Hours: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Mt. Lebanon United Lutheran Church, 975 Washington Road
Find local produce, fresh-baked breads and other food products. Previous vendors have included Wood Street Bread, Matthews Family Farm, Nellie's Middle Eastern Foods, Cinco de Mayo salsa, Gosia's Pierogies, Herbold Farm, Dilner Family Farm, and Pisarcik Greenhouse.
Peters Township Farmers Market
Every Wednesday, May 22 – September 25
Hours: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: St. David's Episcopal Church, 905 E. McMurray Rd., Venetia, PA.
Vendors will include Country Hammer Moonshine, Freedom Farms, Fresh From the Farm Juices, Garden Caravan, Wild River Kettle Korn, Wu's Shaved Ice, Hello Hummus, Kern Farms, Loafers Bread, The Olive Tap, The Pie Place, Simmons Farm, and more!
Ross Twp. Farmers Market
Every Wednesday through October, starting May 15
Hours: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church parking lot, 920 Perry Hwy.
Vendors will farms and greenhouses, prepared foods, baked goods, and local businesses.
Bellevue Farmers Market
Every Wednesday, June 5 – October
Hours: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Bayne Park, 34 North Balph Avenue, Bellevue, PA
A variety of fresh, locally-grown food as well as hand-crafted items sourced from local ingredients.
Aliquippa/ New Sheffield Farmers Market
Every Wednesday starting May 1 – October 23
Hours: 3:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Location: First United Methodist Church, 2816 Brodhead Road
Features fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meat, honey, fresh-cut flowers and bedding plants.
Tarentum Farmers Market
Wednesdays starting June 12 – October
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Parking lot across from MedExpress and Dunkin' Donuts on East 10th Avenue.
Produce, beef, pork, chicken, eggs, pierogies, baked goods, BBQ, and more can all be found at the market.
Fox Chapel Farmers Market
Wednesday, June 12–Oct. 23
Hours: 3:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m
Location: Shady Side Academy Senior School, 423 Fox Chapel Road
Find locally grown fruits and vegetables, perennials and potted plants, gourmet baked goods, raw, unprocessed honey, old fashioned lemonade, small batch coffee, chocolate covered fruits and cheesecake, wood-fired pizza, herbal infused cleaning products, fresh mushrooms and more at this market! Some of the produce is from Shady Side's very own on-campus SSA Farm.
Thursdays
Market Square Downtown Farmers Market
Every Thursday, May 16 – October 31
Hours: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: Market Square
The Downtown Market Square Farmers Market is celebrating its 15th season! Over 30 weekly vendors sell fresh fruit, vegetables, organic milk and cheese, honey, breads, cakes, fresh-pressed juices, and other homemade food products are available for sale in Market Square every Thursday. The market also includes free afternoon concerts from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., and special events, including Christmas in July, Irish Day, Navy Week, and the year-end Halloween bash.
City of Pittsburgh Beechview
Every Thursday, June 20 – September 12
Hours: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Broadway Ave. & Beechview Ave. parking lot.
Features farm-fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, cheese and baked goods.
Green Tree Farmers Market
Every Thursday from May 23 – October
Hours: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Green Tree Park, Lower Level, 905 Greentree Road.
The Green Tree Farmers Market features a stellar lineup of vendors, with local produce, plus jams, jellies, pies, olive oil, small-batch hummus, grass-fed beef and meats, flowers, plants, homemade fudge, kettle corn, fresh bread, and baked goods. In the past, vendors have included Simmons Farm, The Pie Place, Jose Quiroz Farm, Hello Hummus, Pennsylvania Dutch Foods and more.
Washington Main Street Farmers Market
Every Thursday, May 16 – October 31
Hours: 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Location: 139 S. Main Street, Washington, PA.
The market offers fresh, locally-grown produce, including organic options, meat, eggs, dairy products, breads, pastas, salsas, and other prepared foods. Live music is also scheduled for more weeks. In the past, vendors have included BadAzz BBQ, Bread Spreads by Susan, Conover Organic Farms, Headacres Farm, Jodikinos Farms, Kern's Farm, Peanut Butter Bones and more.
Wilkinsburg Open Market
Every Thursday, June 18 – November 19
Hours: 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Location: 733 South ave (South Avenue Methodist Church parking lot)
Farmers, crafters, artisans and prepared food vendors will be selling products, like fruits, vegetables and prepared foods. After the market, enjoy live music, food, and art on Thursdays for "Art in the Park" from 6:30-8:30pm in the Penn Avenue Parklet located on Penn Avenue between Wood St and Center St.
Murrysville Farmers Market
Every Thursday, June 6 – September 26
Hours: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: 3235 Sardis Road, Murraysville, PA
Featuring farm-fresh produce and vendors with baked goods, snacks, prepared foods and more. There will also be *new* Artisan Days at the Murrysville Farmers' Market on June 27, July 25, August 29, and September 26.
Upper St. Clair/Bethel Park Rotary Farmers Market
Every Thursday, starting May 16 – September 26
Hours: 4:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Location: 2040 Washington Road, Upper St. Clair
Lots of local vendors make their home at the market. Previous vendors include Wild River Kettle Corn, Dillner Family Farm, The Paddy Wagon, Swope's Berries & Bees and more. The Market is held rain or shine.
Etna Farmers Market
Every Thursday, June 6 through October 31
Hours: 3:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Location: 437 Butler Street
The Etna Farmers' Market has been serving the community since 2007. The market sells farm-fresh fruits and vegetables, local honey, prepared foods, crafts, jams, pickles and more. Vendors include: Dillner Family Farm, Stein's Apiary, Just Right Sice, Nedal Gyro, and more.
Ambridge Farmers Market
Every Thursday from May 2 through November 26
Hours: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Route 65 & 6th Street
Features fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meat, honey, fresh-cut flowers and bedding plants.
Verona Farmers Market
Every Thursday from June 6 through October
Hours: 2:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Verona Railroad Park, 736 E. Railroad Avenue
Verona's farmer's brings a great selection of local vendors to the Railroad Park. Additionally, in the past, the market has offered monthly "free yoga in the park" from 7-8 following the market.
Fridays
City of Pittsburgh Mellon Square
Every Friday, May 10 – October 25
Hours: 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Location: Mellon Square, Smithfield Street & Sixth Avenue
Features farm-fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, cheese and baked goods.
City of Pittsburgh North Side
Every Friday, May 17 – November 22
Hours: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Allegheny Commons Park, East Ohio St. & Cedar Ave.
Features farm-fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, cheese and baked goods.
Monongahela Farmers Market
Every Friday June through September
Hours: 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Location: Farmers set up on the cobblestone side street that runs along the side of Chess Park in Monongahela's Main Street District
Vendors include: Aunt Kims Jellies, Gimme Some Sugar cupcakes, Jimmy's Italian Ice, Sam's Gyro, Harden Farm, Triple B Farm, and more!
The Original Farmers Market (Bridgeville area)
Open every Friday in May, and every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from June through September, and every Monday and Friday in October and November
Hours: Starting at 5:30 p.m.
Location: 151 Parks Road, McDonald, PA
Vendors include Bayer Farm, Simmons Farm, Janoski Farms, George Bartkus Cheese, Debbies Deluxe Cookies & Cakes, Tim Wu Shaved Ice, Victoria's Fudge-A-Licious, and more!
Forest Hills Farmers Market
Every Friday, starting May 24 – October
Hours: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Forest Hills Presbyterian Church parking lot, 1840 Ardmore Blvd., Forest Hills, PA.
Managed by the Late Bloomers Garden Club, the Forest Hills Farmers Market features home grown produce, baked goods, and unique products for sale. Vendors include: Cherish Creamery, Bates & Hayes Concessions, Billy's Country Smokehouse, Harvest Valley Farms, Hello Hummus, Logan Family Farms, Monroe's Coffee, Olive & Marlowe, Pasta Bill, Sandhill Berries, and Wood Street Bread Company.
Farmers Market at The Block Northway
Every Friday June 21 – October 25
Location: The Block Northway, near DSW Shoe Warehouse in the South Atrium, Upper Level
Hours: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Plenty of vendors, including Freedom Farms, Vibo's Italian Bakery, Wigle Whiskey, The Olive Tap, handmade wares, and on the first Friday of each month a tasting with Farm to Table. There are also activities like Kids Day and Fall Fest.
Cheers
Frank ;-)
Big Kahuna (ADMIN) of 5 Pittsburgh Meetup groups!
The Ultimate Guide to Pittsburgh Farmers Markets: 2019
http://www.goodfoodpittsburgh.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-pittsburgh-farmers-markets-2019/
May 4, 2019 by Madeline Quigley
Photo: Monongahela Farmers Market
Ah – a true sign of the season in Pittsburgh is the return of the city's Farmers Markets.
Spring through fall, Pittsburgh is fortunate enough to have Farmers Markets all over the city, every day of the week. Below we have rounded up a day-by-day guide to these markets. Enjoy!
Back again this year, local non-profit Just Harvest has a Fresh Access program at 21 different farmers markets around the city, where they offer a token exchange that allows shoppers to use credit, debit and food stamp cards at the farmers market. For those who have food stamps or SNAP assistance, Just Harvest offers an extra $2 to spend on fruits and vegetables for every $5 they spend at the farmers market.
Know of any farmers markets that we missed? Share with us in our comments, and we'll update the post!
Pittsburgh Farmers Market day-by-day guide:
Saturdays
Swissvale Farmers Market
Every Saturday, June 1 – October 26
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: 2036 Noble Street
At the Swissvale Farmers Market, you'll find locally-grown produce, baked goods, prepared foods, plus a variety of hand-made crafts and gift items. Vendors include: Jodikinos Farms, Hawk & Hen Gardens, Catchfly Gardens, Pitaland, Great Harvest Bread, Park Street Treats, Cobbler World, Just Harvest, Knitting By Pam and Donna, Meem's Knits, and Sky Blue Sky Studio.
Monroeville Lions Farmers' Market
Every Saturday, May 11 – November (Mother's Day – Thanksgiving)
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Monroeville Community Park, 2399 Tilbrook Road.
Vendors selling local produce, baked goods, meats and preserves. Vendors in the past have included: Pitaland, Paul's Apple Orchard, McKinney Family Farm, Larry Musser's Produce, Mish Meats, Ruk's Preserves and Harvest Valley Farms. A new vendor this year is Bushy Run Winery.
Sewickley Farmers Market
Every Saturday from April through November
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: St. James Parking Lot, 200 Walnut St., Sewickley, PA.
Typically, Merchants sell meat, locally-grown fresh vegetables, local honey, organic farms products, pierogies, pasta and more.
Mt. Lebanon Uptown Farmers Market
Every Saturday, May 11 – October 26
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Located in the Uptown Business District on Washington Road in Mt. Lebanon.
The Mt. Lebanon Uptown Farmers Market features 20+ weekly vendors of local produce, breads, meats, olive oil, honey, cheeses, arts and crafts.
Beaver Farmers Market
Every Saturday May – December
Hours: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Beaver Courthouse Parking Lot, 4th & Market Streets.
The Beaver Farmers Market is one of five Beaver County Markets open May through November. They feature fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meat, honey, fresh-cut flowers and bedding plants.
Butler City Farmers Market
Saturdays, May 25 through October
Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: 205 S. Chestnut Street, Butler
The Butler City Farmers Market takes place in an open-air space, featuring local produce, baked goods, crafts and more.
Mars Farmers Market
Saturdays, May through October
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Woodland Valley Church, 225 Crowe Avenue
Local vegetables and fruits, eggs, breads, baked goods, jams, jellies, crafts, jewelry, bedding plants, potted plants, flowers and more.
Ellwood City Farmers Market
Every Saturday, June 1 through October
Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Beaver Avenue Municipal Parking Lot, 500 Block of Beaver Avenue, Ellwood City, PA
Vendors include farms with local fruits and vegetables, flowers, baked goods, snacks, live music and kids activities. The market is part of the Ellwood City Revitalization (ECR) project.
Bloomfield Saturday Market
Every Saturday, May 18 – November 2
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: 5050 Liberty Avenue
The Bloomfield Saturday Market features fresh fruit, vegetable, and locally-made goods, plus an event calendar loaded with special dates, follow their Facebook for updates on programming. This year, they're welcoming vendors such as: Barlow Bakes cookies, be.wild.er farm, Bitter Ends Garden, City Fresh Pasta, Freedom Farms, Gryphon's Tea, Hannah's Honey, Mediterra Bakehouse, Mill Creek Trout Farm, Paul Family Farms, Pigeon Bagels, The Pittsburgh Juice Company, Prohibition Pastries, Wise County Biscuits, Zeke's Coffee Pittsburgh, and more!
Ligonier Country Market
Saturdays starting May 18
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: 110 Andi Lane, Ligonier, Pennsylvania 15759
The market has over 130 vendors. Find all kinds of fresh picked produce, flowers, farm beef, poultry and eggs, specialty breads, pastries, hot cooked foods, honey, maple syrup, jewelry, purses, country crafts, wood items, pet items, dog treats, candles and much more.
Farmers Markets of Greensburg
Every Saturday starting April 27 – November
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – Noon
Location: Lynchfield Recreation Park & Rt 66N
A ton of local produce, as well as pork, jam, eggs, and more can be found at this market.
Sundays
Shadyside Farmers Market
Every Sunday, starting June 2 through September
Hours: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: Liberty School lot (corner of Ellsworth and Ivy Streets, entrance at 635 Filbert Street).
The Shadyside Farmers Market will feature fresh fruits, vegetables, eggs, chicken, beef, pork, fish, hummus, honey and flowers.
City of Pittsburgh Squirrel Hill
Sundays, May 12 – November 24
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Beacon/Bartlett parking lot
Features farm-fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, cheese and baked goods.
Monthly market in Larimer
4th Sunday of each month
Hours: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m
Location: Larimer Avenue Greenspace, Larimer Ave. & Carver St.
This market will run: June 23, July 28, August 25, September 22, October 27 and November 24.
Keystone Farmers' Market
Every Sunday May 19 – September 29
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: 1150 Keystone Park Road, Derry, Pennsylvania
Come by the Keystone Farmers Market for jams, vegetables, candles, soaps, fruit, and much more!
Mondays
City of Pittsburgh East Liberty
Mondays, May 13 – November 25
Hours: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: NEW LOCATION! Garland Parklet Lot on N. Euclid Ave.
Features farm-fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, cheese and baked goods.
Zelienople-Harmony Farmers Market
Every Monday, starting June 3 through October 14
Hours: 3:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Zelienople Community Park
Fresh fruits, vegetables from McKinney Family Farm, along with a rotating list of guest vendors.
Robinson Farmers Market at Holy Trinity
Every Monday, starting May 13 – October
Hours: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Holy Trinity, 5718 Steubenville Pike, McKees Rocks
Many vendors participate weekly, including: produce, dairy, ice cream, hummus, wine, whiskey, kettle corn, shaved ice, honey, baked goods, pasta, coffee, pressed juice, smoothies, goat cheese, gyros, jerky, olive oil, bread, and more. There will also be food trucks, prepared food vendors, live entertainment and more. In the past this market has been closed Memorial Day and Labor Day.
Beaver Falls Farmers Market
Every Monday, May 6 – November 18
Hours: 3:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Location: Municipal parking lot, corner of 8th Ave. & 12th St.
Features fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meat, honey, fresh-cut flowers and bedding plants.
Photo: Ellwood City Farmers Market
Tuesdays
Lawrenceville Farmers Market
Every Tuesday, June 4 – October 29
Hours: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Arsenal Park, between 39th and 40th Streets, and between Butler and Penn Streets.
The Lawrenceville Farmers Market has moved to Tuesday, and the date change comes as a result of a cooperative partnership with the Bloomfield Saturday Market. This new partnership will connect a small cohort of shared farmers and producers that will participate in both the Lawrenceville Farmers Market and Bloomfield Saturday Market, allowing community members two opportunities to shop with their favorite vendors.
City of Pittsburgh South Side
Tuesdays, May 14 – November 26
Hours: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: 18th Street & Carson Street parking lot
Features farm-fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, cheese and baked goods.
New Brighton Farmers Market
Every Tuesday, starting May 7 through November
Hours: 3:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Location: 5th Avenue & 12th Street, New Brighton, PA.
The market, located in the parking lot next to the Family Dollar, features fresh fruit, vegetables, plants, baked goods, and prepared foods.
Chippewa Farmers Market
Every Tuesday from May 7 – November 19
Hours: 3:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Location: Chippewa United Methodist Church at the corner of Darlington Road and Shenango Road
Features fruits and vegetables about at the Pittsburgh farmers market, plus baked goods, meat, honey, fresh-cut flowers and bedding plants.
Latrobe Farmers Market
Every Tuesday from June 4 – September 24
Hours: 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Legion Keener Park (at Chestnut and Irving Streets)
Latrobe's farmers market features local vendors with produce, baked goods, popcorn, crafts and more.
Bethel Park Farmers Market
Every Tuesday from May 7 – September 24
Hours: 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Location: South Park VIP Parking Lots, directly off Corrigan Drive near the ice skating rink.
The Bethel Park Farmers Market offers items like Gyros, freshly made salads, BBQ sandwiches, cakes, cookies, breads, Kettle Corn, hummus, BBQ sauce, wine, whiskey, shaved ices, granola, breads, milk, cheese, yogurt, fruits, vegetables, and more!
Wednesdays
City of Pittsburgh Carrick Dairy District
Wednesday, June 19 – November 27
Hours: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: 1529 Brownsville Road
Features farm-fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, cheese and baked goods.
Mt. Lebanon Lions Farmers Market
Every Wednesday June 5 – October
Hours: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Mt. Lebanon United Lutheran Church, 975 Washington Road
Find local produce, fresh-baked breads and other food products. Previous vendors have included Wood Street Bread, Matthews Family Farm, Nellie's Middle Eastern Foods, Cinco de Mayo salsa, Gosia's Pierogies, Herbold Farm, Dilner Family Farm, and Pisarcik Greenhouse.
Peters Township Farmers Market
Every Wednesday, May 22 – September 25
Hours: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: St. David's Episcopal Church, 905 E. McMurray Rd., Venetia, PA.
Vendors will include Country Hammer Moonshine, Freedom Farms, Fresh From the Farm Juices, Garden Caravan, Wild River Kettle Korn, Wu's Shaved Ice, Hello Hummus, Kern Farms, Loafers Bread, The Olive Tap, The Pie Place, Simmons Farm, and more!
Ross Twp. Farmers Market
Every Wednesday through October, starting May 15
Hours: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church parking lot, 920 Perry Hwy.
Vendors will farms and greenhouses, prepared foods, baked goods, and local businesses.
Bellevue Farmers Market
Every Wednesday, June 5 – October
Hours: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Bayne Park, 34 North Balph Avenue, Bellevue, PA
A variety of fresh, locally-grown food as well as hand-crafted items sourced from local ingredients.
Aliquippa/ New Sheffield Farmers Market
Every Wednesday starting May 1 – October 23
Hours: 3:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Location: First United Methodist Church, 2816 Brodhead Road
Features fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meat, honey, fresh-cut flowers and bedding plants.
Tarentum Farmers Market
Wednesdays starting June 12 – October
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Parking lot across from MedExpress and Dunkin' Donuts on East 10th Avenue.
Produce, beef, pork, chicken, eggs, pierogies, baked goods, BBQ, and more can all be found at the market.
Fox Chapel Farmers Market
Wednesday, June 12–Oct. 23
Hours: 3:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m
Location: Shady Side Academy Senior School, 423 Fox Chapel Road
Find locally grown fruits and vegetables, perennials and potted plants, gourmet baked goods, raw, unprocessed honey, old fashioned lemonade, small batch coffee, chocolate covered fruits and cheesecake, wood-fired pizza, herbal infused cleaning products, fresh mushrooms and more at this market! Some of the produce is from Shady Side's very own on-campus SSA Farm.
Thursdays
Market Square Downtown Farmers Market
Every Thursday, May 16 – October 31
Hours: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: Market Square
The Downtown Market Square Farmers Market is celebrating its 15th season! Over 30 weekly vendors sell fresh fruit, vegetables, organic milk and cheese, honey, breads, cakes, fresh-pressed juices, and other homemade food products are available for sale in Market Square every Thursday. The market also includes free afternoon concerts from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., and special events, including Christmas in July, Irish Day, Navy Week, and the year-end Halloween bash.
City of Pittsburgh Beechview
Every Thursday, June 20 – September 12
Hours: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Broadway Ave. & Beechview Ave. parking lot.
Features farm-fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, cheese and baked goods.
Green Tree Farmers Market
Every Thursday from May 23 – October
Hours: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Green Tree Park, Lower Level, 905 Greentree Road.
The Green Tree Farmers Market features a stellar lineup of vendors, with local produce, plus jams, jellies, pies, olive oil, small-batch hummus, grass-fed beef and meats, flowers, plants, homemade fudge, kettle corn, fresh bread, and baked goods. In the past, vendors have included Simmons Farm, The Pie Place, Jose Quiroz Farm, Hello Hummus, Pennsylvania Dutch Foods and more.
Washington Main Street Farmers Market
Every Thursday, May 16 – October 31
Hours: 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Location: 139 S. Main Street, Washington, PA.
The market offers fresh, locally-grown produce, including organic options, meat, eggs, dairy products, breads, pastas, salsas, and other prepared foods. Live music is also scheduled for more weeks. In the past, vendors have included BadAzz BBQ, Bread Spreads by Susan, Conover Organic Farms, Headacres Farm, Jodikinos Farms, Kern's Farm, Peanut Butter Bones and more.
Wilkinsburg Open Market
Every Thursday, June 18 – November 19
Hours: 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Location: 733 South ave (South Avenue Methodist Church parking lot)
Farmers, crafters, artisans and prepared food vendors will be selling products, like fruits, vegetables and prepared foods. After the market, enjoy live music, food, and art on Thursdays for "Art in the Park" from 6:30-8:30pm in the Penn Avenue Parklet located on Penn Avenue between Wood St and Center St.
Murrysville Farmers Market
Every Thursday, June 6 – September 26
Hours: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: 3235 Sardis Road, Murraysville, PA
Featuring farm-fresh produce and vendors with baked goods, snacks, prepared foods and more. There will also be *new* Artisan Days at the Murrysville Farmers' Market on June 27, July 25, August 29, and September 26.
Upper St. Clair/Bethel Park Rotary Farmers Market
Every Thursday, starting May 16 – September 26
Hours: 4:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Location: 2040 Washington Road, Upper St. Clair
Lots of local vendors make their home at the market. Previous vendors include Wild River Kettle Corn, Dillner Family Farm, The Paddy Wagon, Swope's Berries & Bees and more. The Market is held rain or shine.
Etna Farmers Market
Every Thursday, June 6 through October 31
Hours: 3:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Location: 437 Butler Street
The Etna Farmers' Market has been serving the community since 2007. The market sells farm-fresh fruits and vegetables, local honey, prepared foods, crafts, jams, pickles and more. Vendors include: Dillner Family Farm, Stein's Apiary, Just Right Sice, Nedal Gyro, and more.
Ambridge Farmers Market
Every Thursday from May 2 through November 26
Hours: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Route 65 & 6th Street
Features fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meat, honey, fresh-cut flowers and bedding plants.
Verona Farmers Market
Every Thursday from June 6 through October
Hours: 2:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Verona Railroad Park, 736 E. Railroad Avenue
Verona's farmer's brings a great selection of local vendors to the Railroad Park. Additionally, in the past, the market has offered monthly "free yoga in the park" from 7-8 following the market.
Fridays
City of Pittsburgh Mellon Square
Every Friday, May 10 – October 25
Hours: 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Location: Mellon Square, Smithfield Street & Sixth Avenue
Features farm-fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, cheese and baked goods.
City of Pittsburgh North Side
Every Friday, May 17 – November 22
Hours: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Allegheny Commons Park, East Ohio St. & Cedar Ave.
Features farm-fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, cheese and baked goods.
Monongahela Farmers Market
Every Friday June through September
Hours: 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Location: Farmers set up on the cobblestone side street that runs along the side of Chess Park in Monongahela's Main Street District
Vendors include: Aunt Kims Jellies, Gimme Some Sugar cupcakes, Jimmy's Italian Ice, Sam's Gyro, Harden Farm, Triple B Farm, and more!
The Original Farmers Market (Bridgeville area)
Open every Friday in May, and every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from June through September, and every Monday and Friday in October and November
Hours: Starting at 5:30 p.m.
Location: 151 Parks Road, McDonald, PA
Vendors include Bayer Farm, Simmons Farm, Janoski Farms, George Bartkus Cheese, Debbies Deluxe Cookies & Cakes, Tim Wu Shaved Ice, Victoria's Fudge-A-Licious, and more!
Forest Hills Farmers Market
Every Friday, starting May 24 – October
Hours: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Forest Hills Presbyterian Church parking lot, 1840 Ardmore Blvd., Forest Hills, PA.
Managed by the Late Bloomers Garden Club, the Forest Hills Farmers Market features home grown produce, baked goods, and unique products for sale. Vendors include: Cherish Creamery, Bates & Hayes Concessions, Billy's Country Smokehouse, Harvest Valley Farms, Hello Hummus, Logan Family Farms, Monroe's Coffee, Olive & Marlowe, Pasta Bill, Sandhill Berries, and Wood Street Bread Company.
Farmers Market at The Block Northway
Every Friday June 21 – October 25
Location: The Block Northway, near DSW Shoe Warehouse in the South Atrium, Upper Level
Hours: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Plenty of vendors, including Freedom Farms, Vibo's Italian Bakery, Wigle Whiskey, The Olive Tap, handmade wares, and on the first Friday of each month a tasting with Farm to Table. There are also activities like Kids Day and Fall Fest.
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Executive Director of SKWIM USA, a 501(c)(3)
The Pittsburgh Project - swim coach and head lifeguard
Coach at The Ellis School for Swimming, T&F and Triathlon
Pittsburgh Combined Water Polo Team & Renegades (Masters)
Friday, December 21, 2018
Fwd: Superintendent Hamlet's Year in Review
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From: Pittsburgh Public Schools <superintendentsoffice@pghschools.org>
Subject: Superintendent Hamlet's Year in Review
From: Pittsburgh Public Schools <superintendentsoffice@pghschools.org>
Subject: Superintendent Hamlet's Year in Review
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Monday, October 29, 2018
Fwd: 2018 Pittsburgh Dirty Dozen Bicycle Ride
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From: Dirty Dozen
Dear riders and friends of Danny Chew:
Another year has gone by and this year's edition of the Dirty Dozen is fast approaching. You are invited to participate in the 36th annual running of the event, which will be held on Saturday, November 24th. Proceeds will benefit Danny, who is overall director of this challenging ride he co-founded. If you register by November 3rd you will receive an additional discount on your entry fee.
Here are some of the changes in this year's ride:
• New starting location. The ride now begins at the Rhododendron Shelter on Lake Drive in Highland Park. By straight-line distance this is less than half a mile to the north and west of the Bud Harris Cycling Track, and can be reached by traveling north on Stanton Avenue.
• Official-finisher ribbons will be mailed out after the event to ensure that all riders who certify their official-finisher status will receive one. Instructions for certifying official-finisher status will be included in your registration packet.
• Separate women's event. Women wanting to compete can choose to ride in either the first group, competing directly against the men in an open event, or in the second group, which is reserved for women only.
Here are the links for this year's ride:
Main 2018 event page: http://www.dannychew.com/ddinfo.html
BikeReg registration page: https://www.bikereg.com/dirty-dozen-2018
The main DD page is here: http://www.dannychew.com/dd.html
Starting location: http://maps.google.com/?daddr=40.4789109,-79.9104809
We hope you will be able to ride this year and conquer all of the hills.
Sincerely,
Jonathan Pratt
2018 Dirty Dozen
Tuesday, October 16, 2018
Monday, July 02, 2018
Fwd: Hot in the city -- invite to play well with others
Hi Friends,
A few invites to consider and pass along, mostly wet and cool -- in these hot times in the region.
#1.
At 6 pm on Tuesday, July 3, we've been invited to an informal swimming time trial and follow-up game of SKWIM at the Greensburg Country Club.
#2.
At 7 pm, July 4, is the start of our traditional Independence Day open house at our home on 12th Street in the Historic South Side, Both of our sons are expected to be here too.
#3.
From 6 to 7:45 pm on July 5, all are invited to Citiparks Ammon outdoor swim pool, corner of Bedford Ave and Memory Lane, for another of our regular Renegades (Masters) Water Polo practices Plus, we've been playing SKWIM in the middle of the pool too for kids and those not up for the full game of water polo. A reporter is expected, so we'd love to have a nice turn-out.
#4.
Pittsburgh Combined is looking for high school and middle school swimmers who want to play competitive water polo this fall. We have players from South Park and Mt. Lebo and some from the city too. See attached PDF. This is a non-league team, so students from any school can combine to play our pending "club" schedule. Practices are starting.
#5.
Our camper kids at The Pittsburgh Project have been going to the pool at Riverview Park and playing some SKWIM, while our Northside pool is under construction still. But, I've also been able to go elsewhere to lead informal game days at other pools as well. We had a great time at the South Hills Country Club last week. If you want to bring your group to us -- or if I can bring our equipment (disks, fins, etc.) and some players to you -- please call or email and let's set up a joint play date.
Stay safe. Hope to see you soon.
Executive Director of SKWIM USA, a 501(c)(3)
The Pittsburgh Project - swim coach and head lifeguard
Middle School Swim Coach at The Ellis School
Former Varsity Boys Swim Coach, Pittsburgh Obama Academy
Sabbatical for 2018: PPS Summer Dreamers' Swim & Water Polo
Monday, May 21, 2018
Best of Pittsburgh --- Golly I don't even know any of these
The golden age of blogging in Pittsburgh is only a fleeting memory, no pun intended for The Admiral. Today's list from The City Paper.
Local blogger list:
Local blogger list:
- Carlton Speaks
- Front Paige Me
- Jamie JeTaime
- Liz From Pittsburgh
- Matt's Music Mine
- North Shore Nine
- Punksburgh
- The Modern Gafa
- Yinz Can't Park
Best local Snapchat has only three selections, but I never use Snapchat:
- ArtLikeUs
- Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership
- Pittsburgh Steelers
Best local Instagram, again, not my thing, but who are these folks, other than the last name, Rick Sebak.
- abcseeheardo
- bambiqween
- bardlebee
- idxdnapps
- keeppittsburghdope
- lawrencevilleairbnb
- lunchnotesketch
- nkoehlerphotography
- richardchristman
- ricksebak
My favorite nonprofits are not on the list.
- Bloomfield-Garfield.org
- The Pittsburgh Project
- DePaul School
The CP list
- Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh
- BikePGH
- Casa San Jose
- CureRock
- Girls Rock! Pittsburgh
- Hello Bully
- Mid-Atlantic Mothers' Milk Bank
- The Homeless Children's Education Fund
- The Society of Saint Vincent De Paul
- Wicked Pittsburgh Art Collective
Local Twitter:
- @billpeduto
- @davedicello
- @Jlynnstagram
- @northshorenine
- @partnerspod
- @penguins
- @PGHLiveMusic
- @pittsburghnerd
- @socialkimly
- @ValerieGauvain
Best activist
- Arielle Cohen
- Aryanna Berringer
- Ashley Comans
- Blak Rapp Medusa
- Chance Thomas
- Ciora Thomas
- Jessica Semler
- Leon Ford
- Lyndsey Sickler
- Monica Ruiz
I don't drink much at all. Even when with the South Side Pops, I often go without.
- Aaron Gschwendtner
- Bill Peduto
- Joey Spehar
- Nicholas Supertzi
- Randy of Randyland
- Rick Sebak
- Sidney Crosby
- The moon baby
- Vernard Alexander
- Viva Valezz
Reading this got me to sign in and place my first vote, best public servant. Name might be better called best public employee. Servant, well, sorta.
- Bill Peduto
- Corey O'Connor
- Dan Gilman
- Ed Gainey
- John Fetterman
- Moira Kaleida
Around the internet
Bram's blog hasn't been updated since September 9, 2017, (posted from May 20, 2018) and the latest post was a weird video. However, Bram's blog has an open thread and this golden gem appears from Anon.
Bram's blog hasn't been updated since September 9, 2017, (posted from May 20, 2018) and the latest post was a weird video. However, Bram's blog has an open thread and this golden gem appears from Anon.
This entire concept that someone is qualified for city council is moronic. You can’t be “qualified” or not qualified for an elected council position. It just shows how insane our local political guardians are that they get to choose who is qualified and who isn’t for these positions. Further, the 8th district is showing how it is probably the most hypocritical district in the City right now. all the Erika supporters champion that she “will get things done” for them. She will get their “constituent services” (read complaints) addressed faster and better than others because she is on the team of Peduto and knows him better. How cynical and selfish can a voting public get? Her supporters quite literally talk about almost nothing else. They call Sonja “idealistic.” What does that even mean? And when did 8th district all the sudden starting being honest about what they really want? Seems like they really want someone who will get them the most services out of city government above all other districts and they want someone who will get their zoning requests approved (since most developers live in this district) around the city and get them the most power. They could care less about social and idealistic objectives until this election is over and those ideals will need to be dug back up to throw in the face of some other political enemy.
Tuesday, May 15, 2018
Fwd: Pittsburgh should be aware . . . Amazon
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From: John H
From: John H
Pittsburghers should be very aware that becoming another Seattle could be incredibly damaging to the entire structure of the city and the region should they succeed in bribing Amazon to set up HQ2 in the 'burg. Watch out what you wish for, since you may get more than what you want.
John
Tuesday, May 01, 2018
Wednesday, April 11, 2018
Penn Hills Baseball - Team photos
Click image for larger view.
Back row: Timmey, Frankie, McBunney, Mr. Will.
Middle row: Maxwell, Me (Mark Rauterkus), Danny Anderson, Janokaweki, Higgins.
Front row: Dave Cioca, Duffu, Garry, P. Beraradino, M. Beraraino (brothers I guess). Spelling unsure. Source is scribble on back of photo.
Middle row:
Front row:
Middle row: Tommy, Jan B, Randy R, Binywild, Sammy.
Front row: Straw, Kevin, Joey, Mark Kucher, ?, ?
Robins
First year of organized baseball. One game I made all three outs in the same inning. Our team was up at bat. I played second base and was jazzed that we were winning by so much. Then we took the field and my team mate, Kevin, (middle of the photo) revealed that obscure stat to me on my at-bat performance that past inning.
Orange team.
I think we went with colors as the team name. I stayed, by choice, in farm league. Our teams always had a lot of double plays.Back row: Timmey, Frankie, McBunney, Mr. Will.
Middle row: Maxwell, Me (Mark Rauterkus), Danny Anderson, Janokaweki, Higgins.
Front row: Dave Cioca, Duffu, Garry, P. Beraradino, M. Beraraino (brothers I guess). Spelling unsure. Source is scribble on back of photo.
Mavericks.
Back row: Mr. Finn on back left, then me, Mark Rauterkus, ? George Boyle, Dan Anderson, Terry Flaherty.Middle row:
Front row:
Angles:
Back row: Coach ?, me, Mark Rauterkus, ?, Timmy Meyers, Coach, Coach.Middle row: Tommy, Jan B, Randy R, Binywild, Sammy.
Front row: Straw, Kevin, Joey, Mark Kucher, ?, ?
Friday, March 23, 2018
Ode to Trash
Poem by Chuck Nogel of the South Side and a co-owner in the ceramic shop on East Carson Street.
Thursday, March 22, 2018
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