Lawrenceville Backyard & Garden Tour

Ever want to peek into your neighbor’s backyard?  Here’s your chance!  The Lawrenceville Hospitality Association is sponsoring a Backyard & Garden Tour.  The backyards in Lawrenceville tend to be modest, but the creativity is limitless.  Take this opportunity to be a “nebby neighbor” and see some of Lawrenceville’s very unique backyards, gardens and unusual outdoor areas.

The tour is FREE and self-guided.  Pick up maps at the Lawrenceville Organic Garden in Allegheny Cemetery on Butler Street between 47th and 48th Streets.  Map

The tour will be open Saturday June 11th, from 11:00am - 4:00pm.  For more information, email: lawrencevillegardentour@gmail.com.

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Spacious Oakland Condo

The Park Plaza Condominiums at 128 N. Craig Street put you right in the heart of Oakland, close to universities, museums, businesses and hospitals.  Restaurants and shops are only steps away and transportation to downtown and throughout the city is nearby.  The building itself offers numerous amenities, including an exercise room, guest suite and roof-top deck with views of the city.  The attended front desk provides both convenience and security.  Garage parking is available for a monthly fee; the garage is attended 24 hours and offers valet parking and elevato rservice to the building.

In Unit 716 you’ll find all the additional amenities that make life in a condo so comfortable.  This is a huge apartment with great windows, lots of natural light and wonderful views.  Originally three bedrooms, the current owners have converted it to a large two-bedroom with a luxurious master suite including a private dressing area and bath. 

Need three bedrooms?  The unit could easily be converted back.  In addition to the spacious apartment, there’s a separate private storage room across the hall, complete with cedar closet, and it’s only steps to the laundry room.  This is an opportunity to purchase a real bargain in a fantastic location!

Contact:  Phil Marcus  412-422-1923  Phil@PhilMarcus.com

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Cinema in the Parks

Grab a blanket, pack a picnic and enjoy your favorite movies under the stars as Cinema in the Park returns for the summer!  Free movie showings beginning June 7 and continue throughout the summer months at parks all around the city.  Bring the kids along – most movies are G and PG rated, with a few PG-13s thrown in.  Films begin at dusk, but arrive early to get a good seat.

Arsenal Park, 39^th & Butler Streets, Lawrenceville, Fridays

Brookline Memorial Park, Oakridge Street, Thursdays

Grandview Park, Bailey Avenue, Mt. Washington, Saturdays

Riverview Park, Observatory Hill, Saturdays

Schenley Park, Flagstaff Hill, Oakland, Sundays and Wednesdays

West End/Elliot Overlook, Tuesdays

Find more information, including directions and schedules, here, or call 412-422-6426.

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New This Week

819 Eathan Avenue, Brookline

Great 3 bedroom home with newer kitchen, bathroom and roof.  Lower level gameroom with half bath, beautiful huge deck overlooking a lush landscaped yard and lots of storage.  The extra large driveway will accommodate 4 cars, with additional on-street parking!

Contact:  Roberta Allen   412-287-4781  wrallen423@verizon.net

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First Fridays at the Frick

Set aside the first Friday evening of each month this summer for an outdoor concert on the lawn in front of Clayton at the Frick Art and Historical Center.  The beautiful gardens and buildings surrounding the great lawn are the perfect setting for a picnic and live music.  Pack a picnic basket or purchase a gourmet picnic dinner from the Café at the Frick.  Concerts begin at 7 pm.  Arrive early to find the perfect spot for your picnic blanket or lawn chair!

Performers for this season are:

June 3:  Greg Abate, Jazz Saxophonist

July 1:  Daphne Alderson, Vocalist and band

August 5:  Marley’s Ghost, Bluegrass band

September 2:  St. Petersburg String Quartet, Chamber music

A donation of $5 is suggested.  Free parking is available in the lot off of Reynolds Street.

Frick Art & Historical Center

7227 Reynolds Street, Pittsburgh

412-371-0600

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Comfortable in Morningside

Hidden away between downtown Pittsburgh and Highland Park, the community of Morningside is known for quiet tree-lined streets and sturdy two-story brick homes with front porches meant for sitting.  At less than two square miles in area, Morningside is a close-knit community where neighbors know each other and the highlight of the year is the St. Rocco Festival, two days in August featuring music, dance and fireworks.

A great view from the front porch

Farmland until the trolley came through in 1905, the area quickly developed into a quiet residential neighborhood.  Well-kept family homes line up along pleasant streets, punctuated by ball fields and playgrounds.  Spacious Highland Park and the Pittsburgh Zoo are within walking distance.  From this quiet residential setting, it’s just a few minutes trip to downtown Pittsburgh, the universities and hospitals of Oakland, or over the river to the North Side and Waterworks Mall.

1037 Duffield Street

This handsome home at 1037 Duffield Street epitomizes the Morningside home.  A lovely front door with stained glass windows welcomes you into the bright and spacious living room.  A finished basement with built-in bar is perfect for entertaining.  Or take the party outside on the semi-secluded back patio.  The spacious front porch is waiting for that special porch swing.  Relax and enjoy the view! 

Beautiful updated kitchen

Three bedrooms and three full baths make this a real family home.  Rooms are spacious with loads of storage.  Little touches of luxury include stained glass windows, crown molding and a working fireplace.  In addition to the family room with built-in bar and sink, the finished basement includes a laundry and integral garage.  The well-lit attic, with a window, is perfect for storing household items or as a playful hide away.

No maintenance worries here - 1999 was a good year for this home! The kitchen was updated with wood cabinetry, a dishwasher and an addition that includes a large counter area for meals or homework, a large bank of cabinets, a walk in closet and a full bath.  The roof was also replaced in ‘99 and the home continues to be well-maintained for a comfortable lifestyle.

Welcome Home!

Morningside remains a prosperous community of hard-working residents with strong roots.  This is a house just waiting to become a family home!

Contact Sharon Cartisano for a viewing. 

412-521-1000 ext. 250

sharon.cartisano@gmail.com

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Bring in the Farmers!

One of the joys of summer is fresh, fresh produce and there’s no better place to get it than a local Farmer’s Market.  Markets are beginning to set up all over Allegheny County.  In addition to the very best from our local farmers, many offer live plants and cut flowers, prepared foods, fresh breads and locally produced cheeses, jams and honey.  In addition to providing the freshest and most healthful foods, Farmer’s Markets are affordable, support local business and protect the environment by minimizing transportation and packaging costs.  All that and a yummy bag of kettle corn – what more could one ask?

Here’s a list of markets in Allegheny County - arranged by day of the week, so you can find a market whenever the urge strikes.  The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette has put together a map showing all of the Farmer’s Markets in the area, including those outside of Allegheny County.  Check it out for more specific information on locations and dates.

Monday

Coraopolis:  Presbyterian Church, Broadway & Fifth, 3:30 to 6:30 p.m., starting June 6

Dormont:  Tennis Courts, Banksville & Dormont Ave., 4 to 7 p.m., starting June 27

East Liberty:  5800 Penn Circle West, 3:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Scott Township, Scott Park on Lindsay Road, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., starting June 6

Whitehall:  Caste Village Shopping Center, 3 to 7 p.m., starting June 6

Tuesday

Bethel Park:  Bethel Park Community Center Playground, 3 to 7 p.m.

Downtown: O’Toole Pediatric Fund WIC Office Farm Stand, 239 Fourth Ave.,

                        9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., starting June 8

New Brighton:  5th Ave. & 12th St., 4 to 7 p.m., starting June 21

South Side:  Sidney & 20th St., 3:30 to 7:30 p.m.

West View:  456 Perry Highway behind West View Savings Bank, 4 to 7 p.m.

Wednesday

Bellevue:  Hawley Ave. between Lincoln & Citizen Way, 3 to 7 p.m.

Carrick:  Carrick Shopping Center, 3:30 to 7:30 p.m., starting June 1

Mt. Lebanon: United Lutheran Church, 4 to 7 p.m., starts June 1

Oakland: Phipps Conservatory, 2:30 to 6:30 p.m., starts June 1. Certified organic produce.

Tarentum:  First United Presbyterian Church, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., starting June 15

Thursday

Beechview:  St. Catherine’s Church, 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. starting June 9

Bloomfield:  Immaculate Conception School, 3:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Castle Shannon: Willow Ave. between Poplar & Park, 4 to 7 p.m., starting June 16.

                                  Live music!

Downtown: Market Square, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  Noon concert series!

Frazer Township:  Pittsburgh Mills, 3 to 7 p.m., starting June 2

Green Tree:  Green Tree Park, 4 to 7 p.m.

Pleasant Hills:  Pleasant Hills Presbyterian Church, 3:30 to 7 p.m.

                              Music on 1st and 3rd Thursdays

Upper St. Clair: Westminster Presbyterian Church, 4 to 7 p.m., starting June 2

Verona:  736 E. Railroad Ave., 2 to 6 p.m., starting June 16

Wilkinsburg: South Avenue Methodist Church, 3 to 6 p.m., starting June 16

Friday

Downtown:  City-County Building, 400 Grant, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Downtown:  Steel Plaza Farm Stand, Grant & Sixth, 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Forest Hills: Forest Hills Presbyterian Church, 4 to 7 p.m., starting June 3

North Side:  E. Ohio & Cedar, across from Allegheny General Hospital. 3:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Oakland:  Sennot St. between Atwood & Meyran, noon to 5 p.m., starts July 8

Strip District: Pittsburgh Public Market, 2100 Smallman, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., year-round

Saturday

East Liberty: Across from Home Depot, 344 N. Sheridan Ave., 5 a.m. to noon, year-round.

Emsworth: 84 Center Ave & Vista, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Monroeville:  Gateway High School, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Mt. Lebanon:  600-750 Washington Road, 9 a.m. to noon

Sewickley: St. James Parish lot, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Strip District: 2216 Penn Ave. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Organic produce, local meat and poultry.

Strip District:  Pittsburgh Public Market, 2100 Smallman, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., year-round

Sunday

Strip District: Pittsburgh Public Market, 2100 Smallman, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., year-round

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