Month: August 2016

08/09 2016

Hard To Recycle Event At Century III Mall Sat 8/20 9am-1pm


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Century III Mall 
August 20th, 9am to 1pm 
 
Since 2003, PRC has held Hard to Recycle collections in Southwestern PA with the goal of providing responsible and convenient recycling for items not able to be recycled at the curb. At these events individuals have been able to recycle such item as e-waste, cell phones, polystyrene, compact fluorescent bulbs, alkaline batteries, Freon-containing appliances, tires and more.  Some items like computer monitors and TVs are taken for a fee.
Click here for more info

08/02 2016

Save The Date 9/10 10am To 6pm – New Frick Environmental Center Opening


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Join Pgh Parks Conservancy as they throw open the doors to the public for the first time! Visit the new Center during this full day of festivities and take part in:
  • Historical and technical tours of the building and grounds
  • Free all-ages musical performances, yoga classes, and poetry readings
  • Family-friendly activities like hikes, seed ball making, and tree identification
  • Tasty bites from area food trucks
  • Much more!
Click here for more info and event schedule 
 
The first 250 visitors get a complimentary water bottle! This public celebration is rain or shine. We encourage everyone to consider busing, biking, or walking to this event at 2005 Beechwood Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
08/02 2016

Free Or Almost Free Stuff To Do In Pgh


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Find year-round events for fun, entertaining and engaging things to do in the greater Pittsburgh Area. 
 
Having fun doesn't have to empty your wallet! Many of Pittsburgh's annual events are free, family friendly and deliver a unique experience. From the nation's second-largest St. Patrick's Day Parade to the only vintage sports car race on city streets, you'll have a blast in Pittsburgh! 
 
A sampling of ongoing and upcoming events and places to visit:
  • Kelly Strayhorn Theater – Pgh East Side
  • Gallery Crawls – Downtown Pittsburgh's Cultural District 
  • Yoga in the Square – Sundays from June 5-September 25
  • Allegheny County Summer Concert Series – Various County Parks
  • Bach, Beethoven and Brunch Sundays, June 19-August 14 2016, Mellon Park
  • Dollar Bank Cinema in the Park – Watch cinema under the stars at seven Pittsburgh area parks 7 days a week June through August.
  • The First Fridays at the Frick – Free admission, but $5 donation suggested.
  • KidsPlay @ Market Square – Tuesdays 10-11am July through August
  • Rodef Shalom Biblical Botanical Garden – largest biblical botanical garden in North America
  • Three Rivers Storytelling Festival – August 5-7, Northland Public Library
  • City of Pittsburgh Great Race – September 25
  • Light Up Night® – November 2016
Check out their website for the complete list and links to respective sites.
http://www.visitpittsburgh.com/events-festivals/free-events/

08/02 2016

Dollar Bank Citiparks Cinema In The Park – Summer 2016 – 6/5 To 8/31


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Films are shown at dusk on Sundays and Wednesdays, June 5 – August 31, 2016 at Flagstaff Hill in Schenley Park. 
 
Wednesday Nights also include the Concert Series at Flagstaff Hill.  Come early to enjoy mid-week musical performances before the movie begins. Bands perform on Flagstaff Hill Wednesdays from approximately 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Please note:  Inclement weather may cause cancellations.
Follow @Citiparks and @CitiparksEvents on Twitter for updates. 
 
Check out the Citiparks website for more info and schedule
http://pittsburghpa.gov/citiparks/cinema-schenley
08/02 2016

You Gotta Regatta 2016 – Fri 8/5 To Sun 8/7


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The EQT Three Rivers Regatta is 3 days of activities and entertainment primarily in and around Pittsburgh's three rivers and Point State Park ranging from live bands to boat races.  The event itself is free to the public.  
 
A percentage of the funds raised through event sponsorship is allotted to the Regatta Board which distributes grants to other nonprofit causes that promote clean waterways and recreational river use. 
 
For more info check out the Regatta website
http://yougottaregatta.com
08/01 2016

Pgh Citizen’s Police Academy Fall 2016 – Starts Tue 9/13, Apps Due Fri 9/2


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 Twice a year, the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police sponsors an opportunity for members of the community to become closely acquainted with the roles and responsibilities of the Police Bureau. The Pittsburgh Citizen’s Police Academy (CPA) brings the police and the community close together in a setting that offers a sample of police training to each participant.
  • Participants receive three hours of training one evening a week for 15 weeks.
  • Participants are taught the basics of criminal law, search and seizure, patrol tactics, firearms and many other subjects.
  • Participants learn about the processing of crimes, how police canines are used and are exposed to many of the specialty police units.
The program allows participants to experience some of the highlights of the police training and are exposed to the operations of the police bureau. 
 
All this takes place in a safe and entertaining training environment. 
 
Class size is limited to 30 participants. All interested persons must complete an application and give permission for the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police to conduct a background check to determine if they have a criminal record. 
 
The CPA application can be found at http://apps.pittsburghpa.gov/pghbop/CPA_application.pdf 
 
Please return applications by U.S. mail or hand-deliver to the Pittsburgh Police Training Academy. All Applications must be received by September 2, 2016.
THIS PROGRAM IS NOT AN ACCREDITED CERTIFICATION COURSE TO BECOME A SWORN POLICE OFFICER. 
 
Return applications by U.S. mail or hand-deliver to the Pittsburgh Police Training Academy.
All applications must be received by September 2, 2016
The next session will begin Tuesday, September 13, 2016.
The program will be held each Tuesday 6:30 pm-9:30 pm for 15 weeks.
Main location is Pittsburgh Carrick High School,125 Parkfield Street, Pgh PA 15210 
 
See attached letter and application for more info.