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Gateway Clean Up Saturday, July 13

Posted on July 7, 2013 by cara.jette

Help pull some unsightly weeds and pick up litter around our gateway to the Slopes, South 18th Street. We’ll meet at the base of the steps and work our way up the street, time permitting. Just bring yourself and a … Continue reading →

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Let’s Talk Trash

Posted on July 1, 2013 by cara.jette

Do you hate seeing so much litter and unsightly trash in your Slopes neighborhood? We do too. We, the Outreach Committee of the South Side Slopes Neighborhood Association, have started a campaign we hope will make change in the Slopes. … Continue reading →

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Ongoing Work in South Side Park

Posted on May 27, 2013 by cara.jette

In the South Side Park decades of neglect allowed invasive vines to cripple much of the ecology. Use of the park was almost exclusively by dirt bikes and partying campers, further eroding the landscape and forest and littering the park. … Continue reading →

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South Side Park Fundraiser at Acacia

Posted on May 17, 2013 by cara.jette

Our second fundraiser for the South Side Park will take place at Acacia on June 3rd, South Side’s premier cocktail bar. Acacia has graciously offered their space and a generous percentage of their profits. All funds raised will go towards … Continue reading →

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Join the South Side Slopes Team in the National Bike Challenge

Posted on April 26, 2013 by cara.jette

From Bike PGH: “Inflate those tires, oil those chains, and gear up for the 2013 National Bike Challenge, sponsored locally by Bike Pittsburgh and OTB Bicycle Cafe! Officially kicking off on May 1 and ending September 30, this free and … Continue reading →

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South Side Park Work Days

Posted on March 29, 2013 by cara.jette

Spring is finally in the air, and we want you to get your hands dirty in South Side Park. We have lots of upcoming volunteer dates. We will be working with the Student Conservation Association (SCA) on all these dates … Continue reading →

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Meet the Candidates and Vote!

Posted on March 28, 2013 by cara.jette

As a reminder, our next general meeting will be a “Meet the Candidates” meeting. All mayoral candidates should be in attendance. We will have a sign-in sheet for you to write down your questions for the candidates. Be an informed … Continue reading →

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Open Spaces Meeting March 28

Posted on March 4, 2013 by cara.jette

Thursday, March 28 from 7 to 9 PM at the South Side Market House, City planners will present their “OPENSPACEPGH” plans for the South Side Slopes and Flats. Please join us! OPENSPACEPGH is Pittsburgh’s first comprehensive guide to the optimal … Continue reading →

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2013 Meeting Dates

Posted on January 2, 2013 by cara.jette

Happy New Year from the South Side Slopes Neighborhood Association. As you pull out your calendars for the new year, add in our scheduled meetings and events. General Meeting – February 12, 2013 at the Monastery at 7PM General Meeting … Continue reading →

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South Side – Sweep Your Stoop

Posted on December 19, 2012 by cara.jette

A friendly neighborhood reminder from our Neighborhood Association President and South Side friends: South Side- Sweep Your Stoop Please remember that as a good neighbor, it’s your responsibility to keep the sidewalk in front of your property clean. If you already … Continue reading →

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