The City of Pittsburgh

On the rare occasion I actually pass someone while cycling, if it's on a narrow path or bike lane I politely say "on your left" and pass at a speed slightly faster than the person I'm passing. If someone's coasting along at 5mph, I'm not going to blow by in top gear, I slow down, say (not yet) "on your left", then pedal by and resume speed.

While I was riding yesterday I did this a couple of times on Forbes where passing involved my pulling out into traffic and along Schenley as well. Every time the cyclists I was passing swerved, came to a stop, or glared at me like I was yelling for them to get out of the way.

So wtf? Do people here not say "on your left"? I haven't heard anyone ring a bell when passing, or say "on your left" or "left side" or even "passing", but I also don't ride in groups or during periods of heaving biking traffic.

Does anyone know if tickets are available beforehand for Wanda Jackson, Friday night at Howler's, and where they might be purchased? Nothing on ticketslave, etc. I can't remember ever buying tix for an event at Howler's there so I'm thinking it's just pay at the door...

I was wondering if any of you home-owners out there could help me out with a quick question?

I'm starting our search for a home (most particularly *land* with a home on it) and I'm having a lot of trouble finding stuff. How do you find a realtor? They work for *you* right? So they make their money off the sale? What if it's a property that's being sold through their company - wouldn't it be in their best interest for it to sell high (when I want to pay low)? If I call ie: Howard Hanna for a realtor, would they show me properties not being sold by HH?

The important question - Are there independent realtors that will do the leg work of searching for something within my parameters for me? How do you find them?

Thanks all!


And just in case you know of something - we're looking for 30-100 acres within an hour of pittsburgh, with a house in any condition, for less than $180K. I've found a couple, but none is *it*.

UPSTAGE NATION at the Moose!
http://www.facebook.com/editevent.php?success=1&picture&eid=102092113428&new&m=1#/event.php?eid=102092113428

There is also Diesel, of course, for more mainstream stuff

Looks like Mecha at HKan is still off

BUT!:

The Hafla (Music and dance party) at Gypsy Cafe:
http://www.facebook.com/editevent.php?success=1&picture&eid=102092113428&new&m=1#/event.php?eid=100952038239

And Altar Bar has a Salsa night until Midnight, I believe.

I just listed 3 strollers on Craig's list.

Jogger -  http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/bab/1266376231.html

Maclaren - http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/bab/1266365255.html

Umbrella - http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/bab/1266359494.html

There's also a new in the box baby toy - http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/bab/1266403524.html

Thanks for looking!

Anyone here get a breast reduction (or know someone who has) who is really happy with the way it looks?

I'm an H, and no matter how bad my bf doesnt want me to I"m really considering going ahead with it.

I'm getting scars on myshoulders from my bra straps. I"M DYING HERE! He is a selfish bastard.

but anyhow, if you have, please let me know, and who your doc was.

Hello everyone!

Could anyone tell me where to find a good flea market in the area? I'm looking to rent a table to sell some stuff, and so far, Google and Craigslist have not been too helpful. I'd prefer to stay under $20/day for a rental fee.

Thanks in advance.

I Made It! Market joins the South Side Works Exposed http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/event.php?eid=67682212112 , but I was exhausted and then I had to work. Goes until 10 tonight, though, and tomorrow.

Tonight FIREHOUSE LOUNGE has Global House Music 9:30-2 & NO COVER B4 12. forgot the link:
http://www.facebook.com/events.php?ref=sb#/event.php?eid=102119757193


Will LOVE the return of the some Super Secret Dance Party at the MOOSE. http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/event.php?eid=239788055696
http://www.lolli.org/Modules/Events/Event.aspx?EventID=8138

Can't make it Saturday down to Morgantown for Urban Tribal Dance Company, which would be cool http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=71499618469

NOR Taxim2 Student & teacher belly dance showcase, at YOUR Inner Vagabond http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=105579976198&ref=nf.

LAVA LOUNGE, DJ Hatesyou plays classic Hip-Hop records

Are there any stores around here that sell bedding (mattress pad, sheets, etc) for a California King-size bed? All we can seem to find is "no, we don't carry anything in stores... try ordering online." Before we go hunting around to more places, I figured I'd see if anyone here had any suggestions.

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Snyder of Berlin hawaiian sweet onion potato chips:



Giant Beagle doesn't seem to carry 'em.

Any thoughts?

Thanks

I need a weekend running partner.  My running partner is now 5 months pregnant and can't push her mileage or speed--but I really want to run the 10k Great Race in september.  And I've been trying to run by myself, but for some reason I really don't run as well when I run alone.  My pacing and breathing get all wonky.

I'm currently running 10:30 miles, 3 at a time, with 1-2 minutes of walking intervals.  I want to push myself up to 9minute miles, 6 miles at a time.  I'd like to run before it gets hot, so 7am on saturdays or sundays.  I've been running on the River trail  on the Northside, East Street, and Spring Garden Avenue...but I'm willing to try another route to compromise on driving distance. 

I don't listen to music as I run, but I'm not a chatty-kathy so I won't be talking your ears off as we run.  Male/female doesn't matter to me.

i was sitting on the grass for a few minutes, set my camera next to me and got up totally forgetting to grab my camera again.
i know... i'm so careless sometimes

this is probably a bit of a long shot asking on here, buuut, if anyone went to warped tour yesterday and happened to be the person who picked it up, pleeeeaaassse let me know. i really liked it and would appreciate if you gave it back.

it was a pink/red sony cybershot. 10.1 megapixels. i can tell you the photos saved on it and any little damages that are on it too.

thank you...

Hi everyone - I had an unfortunate incident last night involving an expensive pair of sunglasses and my butt (don't ask, I am in mourning lol).  Anyone have any recommendations on a sunglass repair place?  I'm sure they're repair-able, it just seems to 2 bent hinges but I'm afraid to bend them back myself.  Thanks! 

Hey everyone, I checked through the tags and didn't see anything about buying local honey. I'm interested in getting some as an alternative to endless supplies of Benadryl/Claritin/etc. - eating local honey is rumored to help lessen the effects of seasonal allergies and I'm willing to try it.

Where around here could I get it? I live in Shadyside, but if it shows up at farmers' markets and etc, I'd be willing to make a bit of a trip.

Thanks!

ETA: Thanks for all the tips! :)

Found: Long hair calico cat in the Dickson School/Princeton Place area of Swissvale.

S/he showed up last week and comes for dinner daily now. I'm pretty sure she's lost and not a stray because of VERY matted long hair and what look like a few newer injuries.

Please comment if you know anything about this cat!

( Pretty calico! )

Hi all.

About six months ago I made this post asking about Kosher-certified restaurants in Pittsburgh and vicinity. My mother tells me that Pinati is looking like it's out of business these days. Does that seriously leave Milky Way and Aaron & Ari's as the only two Kosher restaurants in Pittsburgh? Is there anything out in the suburbs that I just haven't heard about?

And, while we're on the subject, what about Kosher bakeries? I know that both Simple Treat and Rolladin went under a while back -- has anything risen up to take their place?

Other than the Avalon, are there places where I can sell/trade clothing? I am looking for places around Squirrel Hill, Regent Square, Shadyside, Oakland.

Hey, guys. Sorry to be once again the looking-for-something sort, but your recommendations seriously went over well with the dentist referral (Dr. Hirschfield = best EVER).

This time, I'm looking for a general practitioner to give me not only a good-old normal physical but also refer me for some blood work. I am trying to stay in the north side/hills area. Again, very, very needlephobic. Also very self-conscious (I'm kind of big).

Thanks in advance!

Hello, Pittsburgh. I could use a bit if help, so I figured I would post about it here. Because the Internetz solves everything, right? Anyway...

My roommate needs a psychiatrist, but has not had one in Pittsburgh since she moved here last Halloween. This is mostly due to the fact that she has wonky health insurance, on top of the fact that she already has a therapist, and that she and her therapist work very well together and she is not willing to change therapists. But her therapist does not work with a psychiatrist, and all of the psychiatrists that her therapist and insurance company have recommended do not accept said insurance.

So I need to know: Does anyone know of any agencies that provide care based on a sliding scale where she would not have to give up the therapist she has? We are located on the east end of the city, but she has a car, so travelling is not the biggest of issues. Because it seems as though finding anyone who will take Humana insurance is going to happen around the same time pigs begin flying/the Pirates start winning/Ann Coulter starts recording her public apology to those she's offended and those she's brainwashed. And it's been quite frustrating.

So thank you in advance!

Steelers, Penguins, Phillies trophies displayed together.

I wish I would have known!  That would have been worth the trip!

From the article, about one of the people seeing it:

He said he's gone to the Steel City for a few hockey and football games. "I love going to the South Side,'' he said. "It's the only place you can go and have fun and not worry about the cops.''

If I may speak with my tounge firmly in my cheek, "Oh yes, that's just the sort of advertising we need!" :)