June 2011
Allegheny Cemetery
The front of Allegheny Cemetery dressed for Memorial Day
June 2011 Events
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Lawrenceville Backyard & Garden Tour 

Garden Tour

 

Summer is finally here and the Lawrenceville Hospitality Association is reviving the Lawrenceville Backyard & Garden Tour! This will be a great opportunity to showcase and see Lawrenceville's very unique backyards, gardens and unusual outdoor spaces.

To showcase your backyard or garden:
If you have a creative backyard space then we want to invite you to show it off! Your space could consist of flowers, shrubbery, vegetables, herbs, containers or interesting sculptures. You don't have to do anything to participate. The tour will be self-guided and free to both the garden hosts and the folks touring! You don't even have to be present during the tour - just open your backyard or garden for visitors to step inside and check out your creations. Interested participants please email:[email protected] for more information!

To take the tour:
The tour will take place on Saturday June 11th, from 11:00am - 4:00pm and will begin at the Lawrenceville Organic Garden in Allegheny Cemetery. Maps will be available at this location for the self-guided tour.

Whether you're a gardener, looking for something fun and outdoors, or just a nebby neighbor - please come out and gawk at all the garden treasures of Lawrenceville! 

June 2011 Events  

 

Zombotron Makes an Appearance at Arsenal Lanes  

Zombotron


Pittsburgh radio personality "DJ Zombo" will be DJing an evening filled with mashups and extreme grooviness right next to the action at Arsenal Bowling Lanes. An $8 cover includes all you can bowl.

The event will be taking place on Monday June 6th from 9:00pm - 12:00am at Arsenal Bowl, 212 44th Street. All guests must be 21 and provide a valid ID upon entry. 



The Slow Reel (CD Release Party) with Carousel and Nik Westman and the Central Plains at the Brillobox

The Slow Reel
In celebration of their newest album, The Slow Reel will be performing with Carousel and Nik Westman and the Central Plains at Brillobox, 4104 Penn Avenue, on Saturday, June 11th at 10:00 pm. Tickets can be purchased through Ticketmaster.  

In the fall of 2008, Kentucky native Rob Collier began writing a new collection of songs inspired by the early 1970s recordings of Delaney & Bonnie, Leon Russell, and the Faces. In the waning days of 2009, Rob and longtime friend and collaborator Madison Stubblefield moved to Pittsburgh to put a band together to play these songs and quickly set to work recording and performing in their new city under the name Small Cities.

Small Cities' first full-length album, Jackson Purchase, was released June 2010. In August 2010 the band changed its name to the Slow Reel and began recording an album of all new material. Make sure you stop by Brillobox on June 11th to hear and buy the new album.

 


Dopapod with Special Guests Degree-z at Thunderbird Cafe   

Dopapod

Dopapod will be playing at the Thunderbird Cafe, 4023 Butler Street with special guests Degree-z on Wednesday, June 15, 2011 at 9:00pm. Tickets start at $8 and can be purchased on the Thunderbird Cafe website

Bringing together players from each time zone in the US, Dopapod has been rocking basement parties all over the Northeast, and are now ready to bump the sound systems of major venues all across the east coast. At face value, their sound can be described as a funktronic dance party, but if you dive in a little deeper it's easy to uncover the unique genre-bending blend of funk, trance, rock, afro-beat, dubstep, and progressive rock. Make your way over to the Thunderbird on June 15th to see this great, unique band in action.


Kelly M. Coursey-Gray at Gallery on 43rd Street

Kelly M. Coursey-Gray
 

Reflections, a collection of architectural photographs of Europe, Canada and the United States by Kelly M. Coursey-Gray continues through June 25, 2011 at the Gallery on 43rd Street, 187 43rd Street.  

Coursey-Gray is an instructor at the Art Institute of Pittsburgh and a member of Associated Artists.

Gallery Hours: 11:00am - 6:00pm, Tuesday through Saturday. For more information, visit their website or call 412-683-6488.  

 

 

Art Out of the Box brings Will Schlough to Lawrenceville    

Will Schlough


Art Out of the Box is a mobile art studio project where artists create an original piece of visual art work within a one-week residency. The project goals are to demonstrate the value of locally produced art and to build strong connections between artists and local communities by inviting resident artists to interact with the public throughout the creative process. The culminating event, a public art exhibit in conjunction with the Downtown Gallery Crawl, will feature the final works and a documentary of the process behind the public art project.

Artist Will Schlough will be taking up residency outside of Wildcard, 4209 Butler Street from Tuesday, June 28th through Sunday, July 3rd. The public is encouraged to observe and ask questions. For more information about Art Out of the Box, Will Schlough and other participating artists, click here.                                 

  

720 Music, Clothing and Cafe Hosts Weekly Power Yoga    
720 Yoga
Looking for a summer workout? 720 Music, Clothing and Cafe will be hosting a weekly power yoga session every Thursday from 9:45am to 10:45am, regardless of your level or strength. The cost is $5.00.

720 Music, Clothing and Cafe is located at 4405 Butler Street. For more information about this and other events, call (412) 904-4592 or visit their website.   

 

 

 

   


Zumba Classes Starting in Lawrenceville  

Get Fit 

Looking to get in shape this summer but lacking motivation? Get moving with Zumba classes, now offered twice a week beginning Monday, May 23rd. 

Classes will be every Monday and Wednesday, 6:30pm - 7:30pm at the Arsenal Elementary School, 215 39th Street. Off-street parking is available on the 39th Street side. Attend a 12-class session for only $48! For more information, visit www.getmovin-getfit.com or call (412) 526-2156. 

    


This Month at the Zone, Mon-Wed-Fri Lunch Specials

Youth Enterprise Zone 

This June, The Zone will be offering a special M-W-F Lunch on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. 

On Monday: Classic Spaghetti and Meatballs (an all-time favorite) for $4.99

On Wednesday: "Wing Wednesdays". Delicious wings sold at $4.99 a dozen. 

On Fridays: Outdoor Grill featuring The Zone's special Hot Dogs ($1.00), Burgers ($2.00) and Kielbasa ($2.00) on the outdoor patio.

Don't forget! With a purchase of an M-W-F Lunch Special, you can get a scoop of your choice of Breyers All Natural Ice Cream for $1.00.

The Zone is located at 5217 Butler Street and offers free parking in the lot. For more info, check out their websitee-mail, or call (412) 784-1895.

 

 

                                   

Announcements
 

Council to Go at Perk Me Up Coffehouse

Council to Go is the mobile district office for Patrick Dowd at City Council.
Councilman Dowd and District 7 staff will be available to hear your concerns, respond to questions about city services, and give information about legislation in Council. 

Lawrenceville's Council to Go will be held at Perk Me Up Coffeehouse on 4407 Butler Street from 7:30am - 9:00am. For more information on Pittsburgh City Council District 7, click here

 

Dozen Bake Shop's Cupcake Truck is Running Around Pittsburgh Now!

The first and only mobile cupcake store in Pittsburgh could only be brought to you by Dozen Bake Shop. This is the newest trend in birthdays and events! See how you can get the truck to show up at your next party by emailing, calling (412-621-4740), or visiting the Cupcake Truck's page on Dozen's website.

The truck is cash only on-site. However, you can always pre-order your cupcake quantity and pay with credit card via phone before our visit. They will arrive with your cupcakes and your guests won't need to worry about paying for anything!

Schedule Adjustments for Port Authority Routes Beginning June 12th  

Port Authority will be adjusting the following routes in Council District 7 beginning on June 12th:

87 Friendship: Some weekday trip times adjusted.

91 Butler Street: Some trips will now end at Old Freeport and Freeport roads rather than ending at the VA Hospital. Weekday midday service will now operate every 18 minutes. Numerous trip times adjusted on weekdays and Saturdays.

In addition, changes will be made to the P1 and P2 (the East Busway routes) and 15 other routes. You can find a link to a list of all changes on the Port Authority website.

Call for Houses for the 2011 Lawrneceville Hospitality House Tour   

The 2011 Hospitality House Tour will be held on Sunday, Oct. 2 from noon to 5:00pm.  The planning committee is seeking interested home owners who would like to showcase their "labors of love". Nominations for houses in the 6th, 9th and 10th wards are welcome. If you have a house you would like to nominate contact Kate Bayer . Selection criteria includes thoughtful and creative renovation or restoration and unique architectural, design or decorating features.

Lawrenceville Welcomes Two New Businesses
 

Salon Christine  

Salon Christine

 

Salon Christine becomes the first and only green Aveda Concept Salon in Lawrenceville. The artsy and bohemian salon sitting fashionably on the corner of Hatfield and 49th Street is a direct reflection of owner Christine Goodis' extensive experience in the art and fashion worlds.

Spending many years studying at London sassoons, and working her way to a nomination as "Master Stylist" of Pittsburgh and a presidency of the Pittsburgh chapter of the Art and Fashion group, Goodis was ready to open her third salon. Since April of 2011, doors have been opened to both new and loyal clientele, many of whom have been around for 25 years.

Salon Christine is staffed with master colourists, using every sort of colour from basic touchups to balayage and dimensional glossing sheens, starting at $67. Customized haircuts are styled to the needs of each person, and like any spa of its caliber, waxing, threading, and nails are also available. Salon Christine also offers elaborate "experiences" where private parties can have the salon to themselves for five hours or have a photo session with a professional photographer. The salon is completely green, utilizing both plant and flower based color for all of its clients.

Goodis loves her new location, stating a supportive, growing neighborhood with a unique artistic flair as qualities that brought her to Lawrenceville.

"I wanted to walk and or ride my bicycle to work", says Goodis.

In addition to moving her business to the area, Goodis is also a new resident who is relishing her new spot. When asked what she thinks of the area, only one word would do.

"Fabulous", she says.

Salon Christine is located at 4900 Hatfield Street and is open Tuesday and Wednesday, 11:00am - 8:00pm, Thursday 12:00pm - 9:00pm, Friday 11:00am - 7:00pm. and Saturday 10:00am - 4:00 pm. Find out more at www.salonchristine.com


Love Bikes 

Love BikesLove Bikes brings Lawrenceville its first bike repair shop, joining Bike PGH and Clankworks in an unofficial trio of bike-minded businesses. The 400-square foot shop nestled comfortably behind Arsenal Bowl perfectly suits the current needs of owner Nicholas Brungo, who has converted the space into part apartment, part bike haven. Attracted by the raw space and its potential, Brungo has spent the past 10 months renovating and renewing the spot, which opened its doors to patrons in April of this year.

Love Bikes specializes in servicing broken down bikes and equipment but also sells new and custom models, starting at $300 for new bikes and $900 for a custom bike, from the frame up. If everything goes according to plan, Brungo will also soon be offering custom made bikes fashioned from bamboo.

Since opening, Brungo has expressed hopes to host events with other biking businesses in the area like Bike Pittsburgh.

In choosing Lawrenceville, Brungo says the history of the area was one of his biggest pulls. As a native Pittsburgher with two generations of familial ties to Lawrenceville and plenty of friends here to sweeten the deal, it wasn't a hard decision. He was quick to note the ideal terrain as well.

"The area's flat and open, which makes it pretty perfect for biking"

Brungo is glad to have a hand in the revitalization of Lawrenceville, citing the deep history of the neighborhood as one of his favorite things about it.

"Because it used to be such a nice neighborhood, it's nice to be a part of the Renaissance of it all".

Love Bikes is located at 212 � 44th Street and open Tuesday-Saturday from 11:00am. to 6:00pm, and on Sunday 12:00pm- 5:00pm. Find out more at www.facebook.com/lovebikespgh

 

Submit to the Lawrenceville Happenings e-Newsletter
Do you have an event, community meeting, fund raising opportunity or announcement the Lawrenceville community should know about? Send along any information to Lawrenceville Corporation Marketing and Communications Coordinator Patrick Bowman at [email protected].

Submissions for the July 2011 Lawrenceville Happenings e-Newsletter will be taken through Monday, June 27th.
The work of the Lawrenceville Corporation is made possible by the generosity of the following supporters: Senator Jim Ferlo, Mayor Luke Ravenstahl, Councilman Patrick Dowd, PNC Bank, City of Pittsburgh (ACCBO), Pittsburgh Partnership for Neighborhood Development, Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh, Mainstreets Pittsburgh, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC.

This e-newsletter is supported by Mainstreets Pittsburgh, a program of the Urban Redevelopment Authority and is funded in part by the City of Pittsburgh, Mayor Luke Ravenstahl, and the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development.


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