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South Side Slopes Annual Summer Picnic

Everyone is welcome to our annual summer picnic. The association will be grilling hot dogs, hamburgers, and veggie burgers. Please bring a side dish, dessert, or beverage. Hope to see you there! The picnic starts at 6:30PM on Tuesday July … Continue reading

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South Side Slopes Receives $100K Grant for Steps

For Immediate Release June 24, 2014   Contact: Brad Palmisiano Phone: 412-951-3899 Email: brad.palmisiano@southsideslopes.org SOUTH SIDE SLOPES RECEIVES $100K TO EVALUATE, REPAIR PUBLIC STEPS Allegheny County grant will strengthen network of vital infrastructure   Pittsburgh, PA—On June 20, 2014, the … Continue reading

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You’re Invited to the 23rd Annual Historic South Side Home Tour

Saturday, May 17th 10:00am-4:00pm Explore the unique residences and buildings that make up the historic South Side neighborhood on this self-guided walking tour. From distinctly re-purposed lofts and brand new condominiums to beautifully restored homes, each is a reflection of … Continue reading

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Free Home Repairs

Rebuilding Together Pittsburgh, a local nonprofit organization, delivers no-cost home repairs to qualifying low-income homeowners in Allegheny County. We are currently seeking applicants in the South Side Slopes, so please apply today! To request an application or learn more, call: … Continue reading

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SCA Seeking Community Conservation Crew Leaders

Conservation Begins Here. The Student Conservation Association (SCA) SCA is America’s #1 conservation service organization seeks qualified applicants to lead, educate, and inspire high school students for the 2014 Pittsburgh summer program   Lead, mentor and coach a crew of … Continue reading

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Notes from February 2014’s General Meeting

If you weren’t able to make our last general meeting, please see the minutes here. It was a very full agenda and we had many residents and political leaders in attendance. For follow-up questions, email jamin.bogi@southsideslopes.org.

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2014 Meeting Dates

Mark your calendars! These are the planned 2014 Meeting and party dates for the South Side Slopes Neighborhood Association: Tuesday February 18 – General Meeting Tuesday April 8 – General Meeting Tuesday July 8 – Summer Picnic Tuesday October 7 … Continue reading

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Congratulations to our new Pittsburgh elected officials!

Last night, South Side Slopes Neighborhood Association President Brian Oswald and former President Brad Palmisiano celebrated the inauguration of Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto and the election of new City Council President Bruce Kraus. Congratulations to our new officials, and we … Continue reading

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Cheer for the Dirty Dozen Riders

If you haven’t heard of it, the Dirty Dozen is an annual bike race in Pittsburgh that climbs the city’s 12 steepest hills. The event is now in its 30th year and attracts hundreds of bikers. Needless to say, the … Continue reading

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Special Thanks to our South Side Slopes Veterans

Did you know there are multiple war memorials on the South Side Slopes? Along 103-105 Pius Street, you can see the “All Wars Memorial”. This memorial was restored with an Elm Street grant in 2007 with new landscaping, sidewalk, fencing, … Continue reading

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