2024 Slopes Holiday Party

Join us for a festive celebration at the American Serbian Club where we’ll be spreading holiday cheer with good food and great company. This in-person event is the perfect opportunity to mingle with neighbors and friends while enjoying the holiday spirit. Don’t miss out on the fun – mark your calendars and get ready to jingle all the way!

Register by December 6!

New this year
So we may accommodate everyone in a larger space, the party location has moved to the American Serbian Club (2524 Sarah Street). It is across the street from Zenith where we’ve celebrated in years past. And we’re happy to report that Zenith will still provide the yummy food for our festivities!

All the details

Join us on Thursday December 12 from 6:30pm to 9:30pm! Food will be provided by the SSSNA, with both meat and vegetarian options available. There is a cash bar. Very limited parking available on-site but there is street parking available near the venue. Please register by Dec. 6 to ensure we have enough food. If you can’t make it, let us know, so we can welcome more neighbors.

Have extra to give this holiday season? We will be collecting toys for Brashear’s annual toy drive. Bring a new unwrapped gift or toy for children up to age 12 to the party – or you can drop them off at: The Brashear Association (320 Brownsville Road).

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South Side Slopes Announces Vibrant Mural at Park Entrance

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

South Side Slopes Neighborhood Association Announces New Mural at Arlington Recreation Center to Highlight Entrance to South Side Park

Pittsburgh, PA – 11/19/2024 – The South Side Slopes Neighborhood Association (SSSNA), in collaboration with Friends of South Side Park (FOSSP), is thrilled to announce the upcoming unveiling of a vibrant mural at the Hilltop entrance of South Side Park. This new artwork, created by local artist Roberto “Max” Maxwell, has transformed the blank wall of the Arlington Recreation Center, revitalizing the entrance to Pittsburgh’s hidden 65-acre gem.

The mural aims to create a more welcoming atmosphere and encourage greater use of this under-utilized park entrance. Located in a neighborhood and building that has long been plagued by graffiti, the mural will deter vandalism and provide a safer, more inviting gateway into the park for both residents and visitors. South Side Park is the largest park serving the communities of Arlington and the South Side Slopes, offering trails, playgrounds, and scenic views of downtown Pittsburgh.

About the Artist

Roberto “Max” Maxwell, a tattoo and mural artist with deep ties to the South Side Slopes, is the creative force behind the mural. Max, who has lived in the neighborhood for over 20 years, brings a unique blend of urban and community-inspired art to his work. His murals across Pittsburgh are known for their vibrant color schemes and celebration of local culture. Drawing inspiration from his New York roots and his adopted community’s feedback, Max has crafted a design that captures the spirit of South Side Park.

Community-Driven Design

The mural’s design reflects input gathered from a 2023 community survey, where residents shared their vision for the artwork. As a result, the mural incorporates whimsical elements such as dinosaurs riding an incline—a playful nod to the park’s former “Jurassic Valley” nickname—and scenes depicting the natural beauty of the park’s landscape. Local wildlife like deer, rabbits, and foxes feature prominently.

 Project Milestones

The project has received enthusiastic support from the local community, with design drafts presented at various neighborhood events, including the SSSNA Summer Picnic and Holiday Party. The City of Pittsburgh Public Art & Civic Design (PACD) Commission approved the mural in April 2024, followed by City Council approval in May. The project is funded through a $10,000 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), which covers artist fees and materials.

In July 2024, the City’s Department of Public Works primed the wall, and the mural was completed soon after. Residents and visitors are encouraged to visit the park and view the mural in person.

View photos and more information about the mural here: https://www.southsideslopes.org/mural/

For media inquiries or additional information, please contact:
Email: info@southsideslopes.org
Website: www.southsideslopes.org

About South Side Slopes Neighborhood Association
The South Side Slopes Neighborhood Association works to improve the quality of life for residents of Pittsburgh’s South Side Slopes through neighborhood beautification, public art projects, and community engagement initiatives.

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October 15 General Meeting

The meeting will be on Tuesday October 15th at 6:30pm IN PERSON at the Kollar Club (3226 Jane St). 

Agenda here: https://www.southsideslopes.org/2024/10/october-15-2024-general-meeting-agenda/

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24th Annual Pittsburgh Step Trek

Pittsburgh StepTrek is the annual South Side Slopes Neighborhood Association fundraiser that supports projects for the betterment of the community. This family-friendly event combines photography, historic narrative and a sense of neighborhood dependent upon steps.  Through this annual event, we keep the city focused on maintenance of city steps throughout the neighborhood.

Buy Tickets!

A link to download the digital maps and route narratives will be sent on October 4 (by 10pm).  In-person check-in, where you can pick up a hard-copy map, will begin at 10am on Oct 5 at S 28th & Sidney Streets (in the SouthSide Works). You do not need to stop at in-person check-in unless you are picking up a map or pre-ordered merch.

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October 15, 2024 General Meeting Agenda

Join us at the Kollar Club (3226 Jane St., 15203) at 6:30pm on Tuesday October 15, 2024.

  1. Light of Life Rescue – Presentation
  2. Bureau of Environmental Resources – Trash Concerns
  3. City Council Update
  4. Office of the Mayor update
  5. State’s 36th District update
  6. Committee Reports
    1. Beautification
    2. StepTrek Recap

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2024 Garbage Olympics

Once again, the South Side Slopes Neighborhood Association will be competing in the Garbage Olympics! Let’s make our neighborhood for extra clean for #StepTrek!
The Garbage Olympics is Pittsburgh’s yearly neighborhood vs neighborhood competition to see who can pick up the most trash!
After the cleanup, there is a post event party at Velum Fermentation with free refreshments and prizes. They award prizes for the most unusual trash and more!
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SSSNA Flower Contest Winners

Congratulations to the winners of the South Side Slopes Neighborhood Association’s 2nd Annual Flower Contest!

Thanks to everyone who participated and voted!

Gift cards will be mailed to the winners this week!

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SSSNA Flower Contest – VOTE!

Help us pick the best flowers on the South Side Slopes! Vote for your favorite below by commenting here, on Facebook, or on Instagram! Whoever gets the most votes will win the “Most Popular” prize!

Voting occurs between August 26th and September 2nd and winners will be announced by Friday September 6th.

Want to walk and see the gardens in person? Follow the map!

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August Cleanup

Our August cleanup will start at Bandi Schaum, meeting at 6pm as always. Hope to see you all there! We will start tackling possible StepTrek routes. Would be great to also have a large group so that we can divide into more areas.

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National Night Out

THIS EVENT WAS CANCELLED DUE TO THE WEATHER

Join us on Tuesday, August 6th at 6:30pm for National Night Out. The South Side Slopes Neighborhood Association will be hosting a pot luck and cornhole competition at Quarry Field (located between Saber Way at St. Patrick St). So grab your friends and your favorite picnic dish for a night of neighborly fun! Can’t wait to see you there!

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