Author: Dave

06/02 2016

Energy Innovation Ctr – Intro To Trades Prog Interviews

The Energy Innovation Center is currently recruiting for the Intro to Trades Program.  This is a very popular exploration and apprentice readiness training that is highly recognized by 19 trades in the city of Pittsburgh.  The first class was very successful with a 93% completion rate; 100% of the participants who have taken the exams have passed; 66% have received acceptance letters and at least  (2) of the participants h ave completed the process and working earning $16-17 per hour with benefits. 
 
They expect the successes to continue to climb as the apprentice exam periods opens throughout the year. The 6-week training course includes a daily stipend. 
 
Interviews are being scheduled (beginning June 1st) for a capacity enrollment of 20 committed candidates. 
 
Click here for flyer and more information
05/31 2016

Public Mtg About Bigleow Blvd Bike Lane – Wed 6/1 6pm – Oakland Career Ctr

This project will complete a missing link in the existing Bigelow Blvd bike lanes connecting Fifth Ave and Forbes Ave and providing a safe bicycle route throughout the neighborhood. 
 
The Department of City Planning will host a meeting to discuss and request input on this project. Your thoughts are important to the project's success! 
 
It will be held at the Oakland Career Center, 294 Semple Street at 6pm 
 
Event flyer: http://www.opdc.org/event/public-meeting-bigelow-blvd-bike-lane/

05/22 2016

Free Small Business Resource Fair – Gov Edition – 6/6 4-7pm City-Cnty Bldg

June 6, 2016
4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
6th Floor, City-County Building 
 
The Mayor's Office in partnership with the URA will host a complimentary, government focused, Small Business Resource Fair. The purpose of the event is to offer small business owners in-person access to representatives from all relevant departments within city services (zoning, permits, ADA compliance, etc.). You will have the opportunity to have all of your questions answered ― all in one location. This event would be ideal for small business owners such as restaurateurs, retail owners, contractors, etc. 
 
Click here to register for the event
05/17 2016

OPDC’s Evening Of Oakland Storytelling – Fri 6/10 6pm – 201 N Bellefield Ave

Tickets are now on sale for OPDC's Evening of Oakland Storytelling, featuring Rick Sebak. Look forward to an exciting lineup of live storytellers, which will be announced soon. This year's storytelling program is curated by The Moth in Pittsburgh and Caliban Book Shop and will celebrate the variety of relationships people from all walks of life have with Oakland. 
 
The event will be Friday, June 10th at 6pm the Western Pennsylvania School for Blind Children at 201 N Bellefield Ave. Enjoy great food and cocktails prepared by Legume, live music by Chatham Baroque, and a time to reconnect with neighbors, supporters and friends from across all OPDC's programs. 
 
Thanks to the support of generous sponsors, 100% of your ticket purchase is tax-deductible and will support OPDC's mission and services. 
 
Click here for more info and to purchase tickets
05/16 2016

WalkPittsburgh Making Strides Contest Through 6/15

When it comes to being active, every little bit counts. 
 
Whether it’s parking an extra block away from the office or going for a loop around the block after taking out the garbage, making strides adds up! 
 
That’s why WalkPittsburgh is proud to announce the  Making Strides Contest!
To participate and potentially win a $200 gift card to use toward sporting goods and outdoor gear, follow the instructions on their website. 
 
http://walkpittsburgh.org/news/pressItem/making-strides-contest