Guests on Positively Pittsburgh Live Talkcast 8-10-09, Pittsburgh Jazz Scene
George Kazias, Little E’s
Kevin Amos, Producer and Organizer
Roger Humphries, RHFactor
Positively Pittsburgh Live News
Friday, Aug 21 2009 @ 7pm
J.A.M. Worship Experience/Concert
held at Ebenezer Baptist Church in the Hill District
Performances from national, along with local gospel artists who are on their way to national recognition.
We have God's Image, Ministree, Team X, Curtis Lewis, Jr. and the city-wide JAM Choir, Rev. R.J. and Shift, Light Da Flow Minista, Rev. Joseph Lewis and many more guest artist! Our Talent Search winners in two categories will also minister and win a chance at recording contracts, photo shoots and much more!
Tickets will be $15.00 per person at the door.
Group tickets can be purchased prior to August 21st at a group rate of $10.00 per person for groups of 15 or more with reserved seating.
For more information contact Minister Kay Brown at 412.450.8008
CD LIve! Presents The Tragically HipFrom: Lauren Bracey (bracey@pgharts.org)
Monday, August 10, 2009
Contact: Lauren Bracey, 412.471.3591, bracey@pgharts.org
CD Live! Presents The Tragically Hip
8 pm, Friday, October 16, 2009, Byham Theater
Brought to you by 91.3 WYEP, The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust and Three Rivers Arts Festival
PITTSBURGH – The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, 91.3 WYEP and Three Rivers Arts Festival are pleased to announce CD Live! presents The Tragically Hip at 8 pm, Friday, October 16, 2009, at the Byham Theater in downtown Pittsburgh
Critically acclaimed for over two decades, The Tragically Hip has been at the heart of the Canadian music scene, evoking a strong emotional connection between their music and their fans that remains unrivaled in this country. A five-piece group of friends including Robby Baker (guitar), Gordon Downie (vocals, guitar), Johnny Fay (drums), Paul Langlois (guitar) and Gord Sinclair (bass), who grew up in Kingston, Ontario, The Hip has achieved the enviable status of a band that enjoys both mass popularity with over 8 million albums sold worldwide, as well as peer recognition through 31 Juno Award Nominations and 11 wins.
From: Global Pittsburgh, Bayer MaterialScience Wins DOE Grant for Wind Turbine Blade Research Using Carbon Nanotube Technology
Pittsburgh-based Bayer MaterialScience LLC has been selected to receive a $750,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to support development and testing of advanced composite technologies for larger, more efficient and more powerful wind turbine blades,
Little E's
Where Music Happens
Vocalist Jessica Lee & Friends
LIVE RHYTHM, JAZZ & BLUES
Musical Networking Happy Hour
EVERY THURSDAY!!!
5:30 PM - 8 PM
Little E's Jazz & Blues
949 Liberty Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
2nd Floor above Mahoney's Restaurant
412.392.2217
Cover Charge: Only $5.00!
The "ENTREPRENEURIAL THURSDAYS" Happy Hour Show
Live Music by City's Great Jazz/R&B Artists!
Interviews @ Musical Break with City's Leading Entrepreneurs/Innovators!
Great Business & Professional Networking!
August 20, 2009
"Energy Entrepreneurs "
Don Aliquo Sr. & Don Aliquo Jr.
Time: August 18, 2009 from 5pm to 7pm
Location: Katz Plaza
Organized By: Don Aliquo
Event Description:
Presented by: The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust
Trust Education and Community Engagement Department
Venue: Katz Plaza
Tuesday, August 18, 2009, 5:00 PM
Tickets: FREE
Sent in by Producer Kevin Amos
LEARN THE XHOSA LANGUAGE
A NON CREDIT COURSE IN XHOSA
IS BEING OFFERED AT THE UNVIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH
THE COURSE WILL BE TAUGHT
BY
MONGESI S. NKOMO
About Xhosa
Xhosa is a Bantu language spoken by 8 million speakers in southern Africa. It is the official language of South Africa. Xhosa has both tone and clicks as linguistic features, as well as fifteen noun classes. It is written using the Latin alphabet with the letters c, x, and q indicating clicks.
FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER CALLROB MUCKLO AT
412-624-5512 E-mail: lctl@pitt.edu
Running for Public Office
Running for Public Office is a part-time 12 week experiential learning program designed by Coro Pittsburgh strives to strengthen citizen participation in public elections and to increase the diversity and level of preparation of candidates running for office and managing campaigns in Greater Pittsburgh.
Our goal is to recruit, select, engage and prepare highly motivated individuals to lead and assist in successful electoral campaigns in Greater Pittsburgh. Participants will learn how to get involved in electoral campaigns or run for public office by developing mock campaigns. Running for Public Office will focus on the process of becoming involved and will not focus on a particular ideology, political party, or policy agenda.
Running for Public Office includes 42 hours of seminar, conducted in twelve consecutive Thursday sessions from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
For more information on the program, or to nominate a candidate, please contact Misti McKeehen at mmckeehen@coropittsburgh.org or 412-258-2676.
Tuition is $150.00 with scholarships available.
irls Coalition
Quarterly Programming
Second in the Series: Programming...Empowerment...Health
Please join us for a conversation and workshop with Sue Frietsche, Senior Staff Attorney with the Women's Law Project, Sally Mole, Program Manager for the Alternative Education Department of the Pittsburgh Public Schools, and Gail Brown, from the Pittsburgh Action Against Rape (PAAR) Education and Training Department.
This program will include a panel presentation and discussion about girls' rights & equal access to athletic opportunities, the rights of pregnant and parenting teens and responsibilities of educators in addition to providing facts and resources pertaining to sexual harassment in the schools.
Date:Wednesday, September 2nd Time:8:30am - 10:30am
Location: Calvary Church
315 Shady Avenue at Walnut Street; Pittsburgh , PA 15222
Ample free parking is available.Cost: $15.00
If you must pay for the event using a check or purchase order, please call 412.253.3263 to register.
About Girls Coalition of Southwestern Pennsylvania
The Girls Coalition of Southwestern Pennsylvania is a network of providers, funders and community leaders dedicated to improving the lives of girls in our region. We bring together people and resources to educate, advocate and network on behalf of girls.
QUICK FACTS:
Event: Harvest Day
Date: Sunday, August 30, 2009
Time: 1:00 – 4:00 pm
Place: Woodville Plantation, 1375 Washington Pike, Bridgeville, PA 15017
Cost: $5.00 for Adults, $10.00 for Families
WOODVILLE PLANTATION HOSTS HARVEST DAY
BRIDGEVILLE, PA (August 17, 2009) – Step back in time at Woodville Plantation as this living history museum treats visitors to a special look at the gardens of Woodville. On Sunday, August 30, 2009, visitors are invited to join the gardeners of Woodville Plantation as they harvest crops grown at the site during the summer season. From 1 to 4 pm, guests can meet the head gardener and learn about 18th century crops, growing techniques and tools. Admission to this special event is $5.00 per person or $10.00 per family.
Woodville Plantation, the home of John and Presley Neville, is Western Pennsylvania’s link to the late 18th century. visit Woodville’s website at http://www.woodvilleplantation.org or call
412-221-0348.
Rob Windhorst
rwindhorst19@comcast.net
• Group: Pittsburgh Tech Council •
Subject: New comment (2) on "What are the best after work networking events in Pittsburgh?"
Another gathering event in Pittsburgh is the Pittsburgh's Geeks held on the 1st Thursday of every other month at the Church Brew Works at 3525 Liberty Avenue in Lawrenceville. The 66th Geek Night was held August 6, 2009. Admission and parking is free. Additional info is at http://www.pghgeeks.org
Posted by Christine D. Chojnicki
Friday, August 21, 2009
PositivelyPittsburghLive, 8-10-09 Pittsburgh Jazz Scene
Guests
George P. Kazas/Managing Partner of Little E's Jazz Club
Born and raised in Aliquippa PA
University of Pittsburgh
Played Trumpet for 12 years.
Little E's Jazz Club/downtown Pittsburgh
Coming up on 1 year Anniversary
Live music 4 nights a week
Full bar and menu
Little E's Created for the cultivation and preservation of Jazz
AUGUST EVENTS AT LITTLE E's JAZZ CLUB
AUGUST 25TH SEAN JONES SHOW 9-12:00AM
AUGUST 27TH JESSICA LEE & FRIENDS JAZZ&BLUES NETWORKING ($5.00 COVER) 6-8:30pm
AUGUST 28th AHVEEKHY 5:30-8:00PM/OLGA WATKINS BAND 8:30-12:30AM
AUGUST 29th BRAZILIAN JAZZ VOCALIST LILLY ABREU 8:30-11:30 PM
LITTLE E's GOAL IS TO PROVIDE PITTSBURGH WITH THE FINEST JAZZ PERFORMED BY THE FINEST MUSICIANS IN AND OUTSIDE OF PITTSBURGH. BE ON THE LOOK OUT THIS SUMMER. AUGUST HAS SOME GREAT NEWCOMERS TO OUR VENUE SUCH AS THE SKIP PECK TRIO, OLGA WATKINS AND TROMBONIST JEFF BUSH RETURNS TO PITTSBURGH AFTER TOURING SINCE 2007 AS LEAD TROMBONE PLAYER WITH THE HARRY CONNICK JR. BAND. AND PLEASE COME AND CELEBRATE 30 YEARS OF MUSIC WITH THE BLUES ORPHANS. AS THE SUMMER HEATS UP SO DOES LITTLE E'S--- PITTSBURGH'S ONE AND ONLY JAZZ CLUB. LITTLE E's "WHERE MUSIC HAPPENS"
George P. Kazas
Little E's "Where Music Happens"
949 Liberty Avenue Upper Level
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
412-392-2217
http://littleesjazz.com
Roger Humphries RH Factor • rhfactor1@verizon.net
• http://www.rogerhumphries.com
Roger Humphries: Bio
Roger was three year old when his family first discovered his early talent at playing drums.
When Roger was 4 1/2 year old he sat in with the Tab Smith Big
Band. His Uncle Frank Humphries was working with the Tab Smith band along with Savannah Churchill at the time.
He began playing professionally at the age of fourteen. He led his own group at Carnegie Music Hall when just sixteen. "I've had a love for music as long as I can remember. He was encouraged by his older brothers Lawrence Jr. and Norman who were musicians at that time. Additionally, Roger's son Roger Jr. and Norman's son Gregory have followed in their footsteps as professional drummers.
In August of 1962 began Roger's first major road job. He joined Stanley Turrentine (also from Pittsburgh) and Shirley Scott at the Hurricane in the Hill District of Pittsburgh.
In 1964 Roger went to New York to join the Horace Silver Quintet. While with Silver, he toured Europe twice and appeared at the Monterey Jazz Festival, There, he was interviewed by renowned jazz writer, Leonard Feather. A summary of that interview is included in the Encyclopedia of Jazz in the Sixties
Roger recorded three albums while working with Horace Silver.
They were "Song for My Father", "Cape Verderan Blues" and "Jody Grind". The
Song for My Father album is one of the most legendary album's of our time, still being played by most jazz radio station as a popular hit. His tenure with the great Horace Silver lasted a little over three years from 1964 through 1967. During those three albums recordings he played with such giants as, Joe Henderson, James Spalding, Tyrone Washington saxophone, Teddy Smith, Larry Ridley bass, Woody Shaw, Carmell Jones trumpeters and J.J. Johnson trombone.
In 1965 Roger recorded with the great trumpeter Carmell Jones, the album called "Jay Hawk Talk".
He also recorded with such artists as, Geri Alan, Herbie Mann/Phil Woods, Richard Groove Holmes, Kenny Blake, Frank Cunimondo, Dwayne Dolphin and Nancy Wilson 2004 Christmas cd. He also appeared on Oprah Winfrey and Bryant Gumbel TV show with Nancy Wilson.
Shortly after leaving Silver, Roger began working with Ray Charles. This was his first experience working with a Big Band. While with Ray, he toured Europe and various cities throughout this country. He Preformed at the Coconut Grove in Los Angeles and the Newport Jazz Festival.
With various groups, Roger Humphries has performed at Carnegie Music Hall, the Village Gate and the Apollo Theatre in New York. He has also played at the Bohemian Caverns and Shelly Manne's Manhole in Los Angeles; the Penthouse in Seattle, Wash.; Pep's Lounge and Showboat, Philadelphia; the Jazz Workshop, Boston; Ronny Scott's in London, and many other places.
In January of 1980, Roger toured Europe with organist Richard "Groove" Holmes and tenor saxophonist Willis Jackson. During this tour, Roger performed in France, Spain, and Holland. An Album was also recorded with the Black and Blue Record Company.
After playing with various groups around the country, ace drummer Roger Humphries decided to organize his own group in 1972 which he calls RH Factor and in 1996 he assembled Roger Humphries' Big Band. Roger gives special thanks to Dr. Harry Clark, principal of The Pittsburgh High School for the Creative and Performing Arts (CAPA) who has allowed him
to have such a beautiful experience teaching the kids at the school, and also to Dr. Nathan Davis who gave him an opportunity to teach and shares lives with students at the University of Pittsburgh. Roger has influenced the careers of a number of his students and musicians also through participation in a number of clinics such as the, Slippery Rock University Summer Jazz workshop, Mellon Jazz Masters Class and Concerts and the teaching goes on especially on the stage.
You can see Roger and RH Factor group at the most popular
Jazz club in the city of Pittsburgh, CJ's Lounge, located on
Penn Ave. at 29th Street in the Strip District.
2 WEEK SUMMER JAZZ CAMP
MONDAY AUGUST 10-AUGUST 23, 2009
DR. JAMES T. JOHNSON, JR. FOUNDER AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE AFRO-AMERICAN MUSIC INSTITUTE.
SEAN JONES
DUQUESNE UNIVERSITY PROFESSOR AND LEAD TRUMPETER WITH WYNTON MARSALIS
CAMP INSTRUCTORS INCLUDE LIVING LEGENDS
ROGER HUMPHRIES, DRUM/WAYNE DOLPHIN, BASS AND OTHERS!
CJ’s Live Jam Session on Thursdays
Boat Ride, with Kappa H.S. and Rogers Middle School, Musical Director,
Roger Humphries Scholarship Fund, Gateway Clipper, June 7, 2009
Next: Second Sunday in June, 2010
Falling Waters on 22nd
Jazz Society, Roger Humphries Big Band
Katz Plaza
Kevin Amos, Pittsburgh Events Producer and Long Time Jazz Supporter
MY INFO
I am an event coordinator and consultant in addition to all of my radio work. I have been coordinating special events for nearly 20 years. I have worked as lead coordinator for the Stars at Riverview and Reservoir of Jazz when I was employed at the City of Pittsburgh. I did that for 6 years. I now act as a consultant for the Department of Parks and Recreation.
I am also acting this year as MC for the Stars at Riverview Series.
I have worked as Festival Manager for the Pittsburgh International children's Festival. As a team member for the Great Race, Great Ride and lead coordinator for African American History month activities; I have been assistant manager for the Great Race Expo and also volunteer coordinator for the Great Race.
As Program Director and General Manager at WYEP in the 70' & 80's I coordinated events such at the Pittsburgh Blues Explosion and other station functions.
At Rainbow Kitchen I was the volunteer coordinator and operations manager where I coordinated special events. At the Thomas Merton Center I was communications director and I also coordinated the annual fundraiser for that organization.
I have also done events that cover varied topics as Communications in the Arts and Digital Television. I have been a panelist at Carnegie Mellon University, the African American Jazz Preservation Society of Pittsburgh and at the Soul Patrol East Coast Convention.
http://www.cmu.edu/PR/releases06/060724_arts.html
I have created over the past months A Jazz Fan Appreciation Event that has been at now three different locations in the Pittsburgh area. My association with the Pittsburgh Jazz Community spans over 30 years. I am an active member of the Pittsburgh Jazz Network.
I have recently started a Pittsburgh Jazz Fan Appreciation Meetup group on the Meetup.com platform. I am known as an expert in New Media marketing by my peers.
My involvement with the internet spans the past 15 years working as a contributor to Soul-Patrol.com and Urban Sounds for the old Prodigy Music Bulletin Boards.
Kevin Amos
Five places actually.
Pittsburgh Jazz Network and Pittsburgh Live Music on Ning
Meetup.com
Facebook
Soul Patrol Newsletter (for subscribers)
The conversation continues archived at: http://tinyurl.com/PosPittsburgh
George P. Kazas/Managing Partner of Little E's Jazz Club
Born and raised in Aliquippa PA
University of Pittsburgh
Played Trumpet for 12 years.
Little E's Jazz Club/downtown Pittsburgh
Coming up on 1 year Anniversary
Live music 4 nights a week
Full bar and menu
Little E's Created for the cultivation and preservation of Jazz
AUGUST EVENTS AT LITTLE E's JAZZ CLUB
AUGUST 25TH SEAN JONES SHOW 9-12:00AM
AUGUST 27TH JESSICA LEE & FRIENDS JAZZ&BLUES NETWORKING ($5.00 COVER) 6-8:30pm
AUGUST 28th AHVEEKHY 5:30-8:00PM/OLGA WATKINS BAND 8:30-12:30AM
AUGUST 29th BRAZILIAN JAZZ VOCALIST LILLY ABREU 8:30-11:30 PM
LITTLE E's GOAL IS TO PROVIDE PITTSBURGH WITH THE FINEST JAZZ PERFORMED BY THE FINEST MUSICIANS IN AND OUTSIDE OF PITTSBURGH. BE ON THE LOOK OUT THIS SUMMER. AUGUST HAS SOME GREAT NEWCOMERS TO OUR VENUE SUCH AS THE SKIP PECK TRIO, OLGA WATKINS AND TROMBONIST JEFF BUSH RETURNS TO PITTSBURGH AFTER TOURING SINCE 2007 AS LEAD TROMBONE PLAYER WITH THE HARRY CONNICK JR. BAND. AND PLEASE COME AND CELEBRATE 30 YEARS OF MUSIC WITH THE BLUES ORPHANS. AS THE SUMMER HEATS UP SO DOES LITTLE E'S--- PITTSBURGH'S ONE AND ONLY JAZZ CLUB. LITTLE E's "WHERE MUSIC HAPPENS"
George P. Kazas
Little E's "Where Music Happens"
949 Liberty Avenue Upper Level
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
412-392-2217
http://littleesjazz.com
Roger Humphries RH Factor • rhfactor1@verizon.net
• http://www.rogerhumphries.com
Roger Humphries: Bio
Roger was three year old when his family first discovered his early talent at playing drums.
When Roger was 4 1/2 year old he sat in with the Tab Smith Big
Band. His Uncle Frank Humphries was working with the Tab Smith band along with Savannah Churchill at the time.
He began playing professionally at the age of fourteen. He led his own group at Carnegie Music Hall when just sixteen. "I've had a love for music as long as I can remember. He was encouraged by his older brothers Lawrence Jr. and Norman who were musicians at that time. Additionally, Roger's son Roger Jr. and Norman's son Gregory have followed in their footsteps as professional drummers.
In August of 1962 began Roger's first major road job. He joined Stanley Turrentine (also from Pittsburgh) and Shirley Scott at the Hurricane in the Hill District of Pittsburgh.
In 1964 Roger went to New York to join the Horace Silver Quintet. While with Silver, he toured Europe twice and appeared at the Monterey Jazz Festival, There, he was interviewed by renowned jazz writer, Leonard Feather. A summary of that interview is included in the Encyclopedia of Jazz in the Sixties
Roger recorded three albums while working with Horace Silver.
They were "Song for My Father", "Cape Verderan Blues" and "Jody Grind". The
Song for My Father album is one of the most legendary album's of our time, still being played by most jazz radio station as a popular hit. His tenure with the great Horace Silver lasted a little over three years from 1964 through 1967. During those three albums recordings he played with such giants as, Joe Henderson, James Spalding, Tyrone Washington saxophone, Teddy Smith, Larry Ridley bass, Woody Shaw, Carmell Jones trumpeters and J.J. Johnson trombone.
In 1965 Roger recorded with the great trumpeter Carmell Jones, the album called "Jay Hawk Talk".
He also recorded with such artists as, Geri Alan, Herbie Mann/Phil Woods, Richard Groove Holmes, Kenny Blake, Frank Cunimondo, Dwayne Dolphin and Nancy Wilson 2004 Christmas cd. He also appeared on Oprah Winfrey and Bryant Gumbel TV show with Nancy Wilson.
Shortly after leaving Silver, Roger began working with Ray Charles. This was his first experience working with a Big Band. While with Ray, he toured Europe and various cities throughout this country. He Preformed at the Coconut Grove in Los Angeles and the Newport Jazz Festival.
With various groups, Roger Humphries has performed at Carnegie Music Hall, the Village Gate and the Apollo Theatre in New York. He has also played at the Bohemian Caverns and Shelly Manne's Manhole in Los Angeles; the Penthouse in Seattle, Wash.; Pep's Lounge and Showboat, Philadelphia; the Jazz Workshop, Boston; Ronny Scott's in London, and many other places.
In January of 1980, Roger toured Europe with organist Richard "Groove" Holmes and tenor saxophonist Willis Jackson. During this tour, Roger performed in France, Spain, and Holland. An Album was also recorded with the Black and Blue Record Company.
After playing with various groups around the country, ace drummer Roger Humphries decided to organize his own group in 1972 which he calls RH Factor and in 1996 he assembled Roger Humphries' Big Band. Roger gives special thanks to Dr. Harry Clark, principal of The Pittsburgh High School for the Creative and Performing Arts (CAPA) who has allowed him
to have such a beautiful experience teaching the kids at the school, and also to Dr. Nathan Davis who gave him an opportunity to teach and shares lives with students at the University of Pittsburgh. Roger has influenced the careers of a number of his students and musicians also through participation in a number of clinics such as the, Slippery Rock University Summer Jazz workshop, Mellon Jazz Masters Class and Concerts and the teaching goes on especially on the stage.
You can see Roger and RH Factor group at the most popular
Jazz club in the city of Pittsburgh, CJ's Lounge, located on
Penn Ave. at 29th Street in the Strip District.
2 WEEK SUMMER JAZZ CAMP
MONDAY AUGUST 10-AUGUST 23, 2009
DR. JAMES T. JOHNSON, JR. FOUNDER AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE AFRO-AMERICAN MUSIC INSTITUTE.
SEAN JONES
DUQUESNE UNIVERSITY PROFESSOR AND LEAD TRUMPETER WITH WYNTON MARSALIS
CAMP INSTRUCTORS INCLUDE LIVING LEGENDS
ROGER HUMPHRIES, DRUM/WAYNE DOLPHIN, BASS AND OTHERS!
CJ’s Live Jam Session on Thursdays
Boat Ride, with Kappa H.S. and Rogers Middle School, Musical Director,
Roger Humphries Scholarship Fund, Gateway Clipper, June 7, 2009
Next: Second Sunday in June, 2010
Falling Waters on 22nd
Jazz Society, Roger Humphries Big Band
Katz Plaza
Kevin Amos, Pittsburgh Events Producer and Long Time Jazz Supporter
MY INFO
I am an event coordinator and consultant in addition to all of my radio work. I have been coordinating special events for nearly 20 years. I have worked as lead coordinator for the Stars at Riverview and Reservoir of Jazz when I was employed at the City of Pittsburgh. I did that for 6 years. I now act as a consultant for the Department of Parks and Recreation.
I am also acting this year as MC for the Stars at Riverview Series.
I have worked as Festival Manager for the Pittsburgh International children's Festival. As a team member for the Great Race, Great Ride and lead coordinator for African American History month activities; I have been assistant manager for the Great Race Expo and also volunteer coordinator for the Great Race.
As Program Director and General Manager at WYEP in the 70' & 80's I coordinated events such at the Pittsburgh Blues Explosion and other station functions.
At Rainbow Kitchen I was the volunteer coordinator and operations manager where I coordinated special events. At the Thomas Merton Center I was communications director and I also coordinated the annual fundraiser for that organization.
I have also done events that cover varied topics as Communications in the Arts and Digital Television. I have been a panelist at Carnegie Mellon University, the African American Jazz Preservation Society of Pittsburgh and at the Soul Patrol East Coast Convention.
http://www.cmu.edu/PR/releases06/060724_arts.html
I have created over the past months A Jazz Fan Appreciation Event that has been at now three different locations in the Pittsburgh area. My association with the Pittsburgh Jazz Community spans over 30 years. I am an active member of the Pittsburgh Jazz Network.
I have recently started a Pittsburgh Jazz Fan Appreciation Meetup group on the Meetup.com platform. I am known as an expert in New Media marketing by my peers.
My involvement with the internet spans the past 15 years working as a contributor to Soul-Patrol.com and Urban Sounds for the old Prodigy Music Bulletin Boards.
Kevin Amos
Five places actually.
Pittsburgh Jazz Network and Pittsburgh Live Music on Ning
Meetup.com
Soul Patrol Newsletter (for subscribers)
The conversation continues archived at: http://tinyurl.com/PosPittsburgh
Thursday, August 6, 2009
PositivelyPittsburghLive Talkcast 7-13-09, PIttsburgh Pampering Businesses
Guests
Spa Nique, Reed Tripp•
Twenty years experience as a Paramedic working in St. Louis, MO, Belleville IL, Dover DE, Philadelphia PA, Reedville VA, Myrtle Beach SC & culminating as a critical care paramedic in Charleston SC at the Medical University of SC.
• Flew Medevac missions through the U.S. and Operation Desert Storm in the U.S. Air Force Reserves
• Six years of honorable service in the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Air Force Reserves.
• Started Alternatives in Healthcare in Myrtle Beach SC ( A medical practice specializing in Chelation therapy, Chiropractic care, Massage Therapy, Acupuncture & More.
• Assistant Manager & Marketing Director for Von Taylor Spa & Salon in Myrtle Beach, SC
• Started Spa-Nique in 2008. Initially a mobile spa created to add spa services more affordable and more conveniently than the typical brick and mortar setting.
• Spa-Nique endorses AVALLA & Nutrimetics as their exclusive skin care line. The number 1 skin care company originating in Australia.
• Started BIZ4LOCALZ a planned national networking group created for small business owners and consumers in their respective communities.
Talking Points:
Spa-Nique questions:
Our membership plan allows someone to receive a monthly massage starting at ONLY $29. They then can lock in a rate of $49 for a year. They also receive a 25% discount from our partnered provider Body Beautiful on any of their services.
We have 18 locations locally for the clients convenience and we can even make house visits.
We also have a 38 foot fully furnished and customized RV. This is a unparallel and unique experience for a bridal party, an Anniversary or any special occasion. Basically any small group who wants the ability to choose a unique setting at their discretion can schedule a spa where they want. We believe that our mobile concept offers hotels, campgrounds, housing communities & basically anyone the opportunity to have a spa anywhere one can drive. *Parking is also a consideration.
To learn more please visit www.spa-nique.com or call me directly at 724-272-5004.
I have also been a huge networker over the years which lead me to start BIZ4LOCALZ. This is a (soon to be national) networking group that will be created by local business owners in their local communities that will assist consumers in finding a locals 1st choice directory of sorts of where or whom they should do business with. Listeners and small business owners you should watch out for this one! To learn more please visit www.biz4localz.com or call me at 724-272-5004.
Reed Tripp
Spa-Nique, LLC
Cell 724-272-5004
Fax 724-935-0226
www.spa-nique.com
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Joleen M. Monteleone
Past Experience
Sales Consultant (Wella Professional Care Division, Woodland Hills, CA)
As part of the Procter and Gamble Professional Care Division, managed and developed a large territory of over 100 independently owned salons. Coordinated specialized promotions and incentives for accounts.
• Recognized, by Procter and Gamble, for achieving highest percentage over fiscal 2007 Sales Forecast in Division (189%).
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• Coordinated trade shows and educational trainings for clients.
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724-822-1753
Happy Tailz Spa. Denise Mahan, Personal G roomer to the stars of Pittsburgh, pet stars
• I groom both dogs and cats in the comfort of their own home-specializing in small to medium sized pets
• I did have formal training-I went to a state certified school (many groomers are either self taught by books or Internet, or they are taught by another groomer (who still use old techniques).
• The school I went to is on the cutting edge and up to date ways of grooming.
• The owner of the school invented the clipper-vac system which I use (Ask me what it is and how it works).
• Dogs are given facials and get their teeth brushed. I can do this for cats also but there is an additional fee.
• My fees are comparable to local groom shops. I donate a portion of the money that I make to Beaver Humane Society.(Ask me why)
• Any thing else you need let me know.
• ** No cerification needed for grooming as of right now (trying to pass legislation to require some kind of certification), however, I did go to a state certified school
• **I use the clippervac system when grooming. Majority of hair and dander go into the clippervac and not in the air and on the floor, also gives a more finished and even groom.
• **My products are all natural.
• **Dogs are given a facial and get their teeth brushed
• **Cats can also receive facials and teeth brushing
• **I actually do the grooming in the clients home which is convenient for both the owners and the pet.
• **My fees are very reasonable-they compare to area groom shops.
• **I do donate a portion of my profits to the Beaver Humane Society. (They are deperately trying to raise funds for a new building by end of year, since they are losing teir current location.)
Denise Mahan
Happy Tailz Spa
www.happytailzspa.com
412-716-1322
Spa Nique, Reed Tripp•
Twenty years experience as a Paramedic working in St. Louis, MO, Belleville IL, Dover DE, Philadelphia PA, Reedville VA, Myrtle Beach SC & culminating as a critical care paramedic in Charleston SC at the Medical University of SC.
• Flew Medevac missions through the U.S. and Operation Desert Storm in the U.S. Air Force Reserves
• Six years of honorable service in the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Air Force Reserves.
• Started Alternatives in Healthcare in Myrtle Beach SC ( A medical practice specializing in Chelation therapy, Chiropractic care, Massage Therapy, Acupuncture & More.
• Assistant Manager & Marketing Director for Von Taylor Spa & Salon in Myrtle Beach, SC
• Started Spa-Nique in 2008. Initially a mobile spa created to add spa services more affordable and more conveniently than the typical brick and mortar setting.
• Spa-Nique endorses AVALLA & Nutrimetics as their exclusive skin care line. The number 1 skin care company originating in Australia.
• Started BIZ4LOCALZ a planned national networking group created for small business owners and consumers in their respective communities.
Talking Points:
Spa-Nique questions:
Our membership plan allows someone to receive a monthly massage starting at ONLY $29. They then can lock in a rate of $49 for a year. They also receive a 25% discount from our partnered provider Body Beautiful on any of their services.
We have 18 locations locally for the clients convenience and we can even make house visits.
We also have a 38 foot fully furnished and customized RV. This is a unparallel and unique experience for a bridal party, an Anniversary or any special occasion. Basically any small group who wants the ability to choose a unique setting at their discretion can schedule a spa where they want. We believe that our mobile concept offers hotels, campgrounds, housing communities & basically anyone the opportunity to have a spa anywhere one can drive. *Parking is also a consideration.
To learn more please visit www.spa-nique.com or call me directly at 724-272-5004.
I have also been a huge networker over the years which lead me to start BIZ4LOCALZ. This is a (soon to be national) networking group that will be created by local business owners in their local communities that will assist consumers in finding a locals 1st choice directory of sorts of where or whom they should do business with. Listeners and small business owners you should watch out for this one! To learn more please visit www.biz4localz.com or call me at 724-272-5004.
Reed Tripp
Spa-Nique, LLC
Cell 724-272-5004
Fax 724-935-0226
www.spa-nique.com
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Joleen M. Monteleone
Past Experience
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As part of the Procter and Gamble Professional Care Division, managed and developed a large territory of over 100 independently owned salons. Coordinated specialized promotions and incentives for accounts.
• Recognized, by Procter and Gamble, for achieving highest percentage over fiscal 2007 Sales Forecast in Division (189%).
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• Coordinated trade shows and educational trainings for clients.
• Implemented customized promotions based on clients needs.
• Worked in the beauty industry as a Sales Consultant for the past 16 years
• Now employed at Body Beautiful Medi-Laser Spa as a laser technician
• Avalla is the exclusive distributor for Nutrimetics in US and Canada since 2004 ( Avalla- comes from owner Pam Deans Mom's name Valla)
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• The name Nutrimetics = NUTRI-tional / cos-METICS
• All products are based on natural ingredients, no petrochemicals such as Petroleum, mineral oil, or Isoparrafin
• 5 different skincare collections for diferent skincare needs...
• Ultra Care Products for specific skin care needs...
• Various other products for the body and home... ex. Bath and Body, Nutritional Supplements, environmentally friendly cleaning products
Joleen Monteleone, Nutrimetics Distributor
724-822-1753
Happy Tailz Spa. Denise Mahan, Personal G roomer to the stars of Pittsburgh, pet stars
• I groom both dogs and cats in the comfort of their own home-specializing in small to medium sized pets
• I did have formal training-I went to a state certified school (many groomers are either self taught by books or Internet, or they are taught by another groomer (who still use old techniques).
• The school I went to is on the cutting edge and up to date ways of grooming.
• The owner of the school invented the clipper-vac system which I use (Ask me what it is and how it works).
• Dogs are given facials and get their teeth brushed. I can do this for cats also but there is an additional fee.
• My fees are comparable to local groom shops. I donate a portion of the money that I make to Beaver Humane Society.(Ask me why)
• Any thing else you need let me know.
• ** No cerification needed for grooming as of right now (trying to pass legislation to require some kind of certification), however, I did go to a state certified school
• **I use the clippervac system when grooming. Majority of hair and dander go into the clippervac and not in the air and on the floor, also gives a more finished and even groom.
• **My products are all natural.
• **Dogs are given a facial and get their teeth brushed
• **Cats can also receive facials and teeth brushing
• **I actually do the grooming in the clients home which is convenient for both the owners and the pet.
• **My fees are very reasonable-they compare to area groom shops.
• **I do donate a portion of my profits to the Beaver Humane Society. (They are deperately trying to raise funds for a new building by end of year, since they are losing teir current location.)
Denise Mahan
Happy Tailz Spa
www.happytailzspa.com
412-716-1322
Sunday, July 12, 2009
PositivelyPittsburghLive, Stuff to Do, Historic Sites, 6-1-09
Pennsylvania Trolley Museum
"Take a Ride into the Past"
Open Daily through Labor Day
Pennsylvania Trolley Museum
1 Museum Road
Washington, PA 15301
Phone: (724) 228-9256
Fax Number: (724) 228-9675
http://www.pa-trolley.org
Email Addresses:
* Pennsylvania Trolley Museum - ptm@pa-trolley.org
Pennsylvania Trolley Museum Mission Statement
The mission of the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum is to communicate the story of Pennsylvania's Trolley Era to a diverse audience through the preservation, interpretation, and use of its collection of electric railway and railroad equipment, associated artifacts and photo/document archives, and to ensure that its visitors have an enjoyable and rewarding educational experience.
History of the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum
The Museum has evolved over the past 50 years from a handful of volunteers and a few trolleys to approximately 600 members and 50 railway vehicles preserved at its museum in Washington, PA. It is unique in that visitors actually experience the Trolley Era first-hand by riding the Museum's beautifully restored streetcars for a scenic four-mile ride into the past.
The Museum’s beginnings go back to 1946 when the Pittsburgh Electric Railway Club was organized. Between 1949 and 1953 three cars were acquired for the collection and the group searched for a suitable location to preserve and operate them. In late 1953 the group formally organized as a nonprofit corporation and purchased a 2,000-foot section of the Pittsburgh Railways Company's Washington interurban trolley line near Washington's County Home in Chartiers Township.
The Museum opened to the public in June of 1963 using the trade name Arden Trolley Museum (named for nearby village), and provided visitors with short demonstration trolley rides plus an informal tour of the carbarn. Two years later an eighty-foot 1923 railroad baggage/passenger car was acquired and turned into a gift shop/museum area. A restoration shop was built in 1975 to provide additional indoor storage for the trolley collection and an area for trolley car restoration, and in 1988 a restoration parts storeroom was added to the building.
Since 1993 the Museum's interpretive efforts have expanded greatly. To better reflect its mission, the trade name was changed to Pennsylvania Trolley Museum (and became its corporate name as well in 1998). Regular guided tours and changing exhibits in the Visitor Education Center (opened in 1993) have become a standard part of the visitor experience. An Executive Director, with extensive railway museum experience, was hired in 1993 to help the Trolley Museum reach its full potential as an educational historical institution.
In 2002 the Museum opened a one-half mile extension of its demonstration trolley line which links it to a twelve-acre site that is well suited for development of a larger Visitor Center and two display trolley buildings, thus putting the entire trolley car collection under cover and on display. A 28,000 square foot Trolley Display Building was opened to the public in 2005 and tracks have recently been constructed to link it with the Museum’s trolley line.
ANTIQUE PITTSBURGH STREETCAR ARRIVES
AT THE PENNSYLVANIA TROLLEY MUSEUM
Washington, PA – A Pittsburgh artifact returned to Pittsburgh from Cleveland on the morning of Thursday May 7th. Former Pittsburgh Railways streetcar #4145 was built in McKees Rocks in 1911 by the Pressed Steel Car Company and carried passengers through the streets of Pittsburgh until the late 1930s. It is a classic streetcar that helped Pittsburgh grow during the transitional period before, during, and after World War I when transportation shifted from horse-drawn wagons to automobiles. A special highway trailer transported the car from the Lake Shore Electric Railway in Cleveland and over 15 volunteers were on hand to unload the streetcar.
BACKGROUND:
Car 4145 was one of the last series of “high floor” streetcars built for Pittsburgh Railways. These cars were designed to pull un-motored trailers during peak periods.
Visitation to the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum has grown over the last few years with over 24,000 people from all over the world visiting PTM during 2008. To help continue this growth, some new events are being introduced this summer including a series of Senior Sunday Events. Great for Grandparents and their Families, these events include June 14 (Antique Radios), July 12 (Scrapbooking) and Aug 9 (Genealogy), as well as “Proud to be a Scout Day” on July 11th. A new Halloween season event called “Trolley Rails and Spooky Tales” will be introduced October 23-24 featuring story telling on a darkened streetcar. These new events join several repeated from last year that have proven to be quite popular at the Trolley Museum (a full schedule is attached).
Admission is $9 Adults, $8 Seniors ages 62+, and $5 Children 3-15. Infants 2 and under are free. PTM is happy to introduce a special family rate this year of $30 which covers up to two adults and four children. Admission includes scenic four-mile trolley rides, exhibits, guided tours of the Museum’s original car house, museum store, theater, picnic area and free parking. There is an optional 1-hour tour of the Museum’s Trolley Display Building beginning at 1:30 pm every day for an additional charge of $4 for adults and $2 for children. This 28,000 square foot facility showcases many electric railway passenger, freight and work cars from Pennsylvania, Ohio and West Virginia. The Museum’s spring and fall hours are Fridays and Mondays from 10-4 and Saturdays and Sundays from 11-5. From Memorial Day through Labor Day hours are Monday-Friday 10-4 and Saturdays and Sundays 11-5.
DIRECTIONS: From Pittsburgh take I-79 to Exit 41 Race Track Road and follow the detour and Trolley Museum signs to the Museum. From the south take I-79 North to Exit 40 Meadow Lands and then follow the blue Trolley Museum signs to the Museum, located opposite the Washington County Fairgrounds.
For further information on Museum hours, group tours, educational programs, special events, birthday parties and our popular “Operator for an Hour” program please call 724-228-9256 or visit the Museum’s website at
www.pa-trolley.org.
Woodville Plantation | 1375 Washington Pike, Bridgeville, PA 15017-2821 | 412-221-0348
Woodville, locally known as the Neville House, is the oldest house museum open for tours in Allegheny County and is one of only 10 National Historic Landmarks in the County.
The house was built in 1775 by John Neville for his son Presley, and was originally part of a 10,000 acre estate that covered much of the area in the South Hills that today includes Scott Twp. , Mt Lebanon, Carnegie, Heidlberg, Collier Twp, and Bridgeville. (Only 2 1/2 acres are preserved of that original property)
John and Presley Neville were the wealthiest men in Western Pa in the 1780's and 1790's. In addition to Woodville, John Neville owned a country house on the property known as Bower Hill ( originally located about 3/4 mile away from Woodville) This house was burned by local farmers in July of 1794 during the "Whiskey Rebellion"
Both John and Presley Neville owned town houses Pittsburgh as well. John Neville built his third and final resdence on Montours Island (Neville Island) in 1799 following the burning of his Bower Hill house.
Woodville was occupied by three families in 200 years- Neville (1775-1815) , Cowan (1815-1835), and Wrenshall (1835-1975)
Woodville is interpreted through a Multigenerational Interpretation - presenting the house as it would have been seen from 1780-1820 and all of the architectural changes that occured throughout that period. As you tour the house, visitors will "travel through time" via interpreters and historic furnishings.
Woodville is owned and administered by the Neville House Associates (NHA). The NHA , along with Pittsburgh History and Landmarks (PHLF), saved the house from sale and demolition in 1975 following the death of the last owner of the house. PHLF owned the site from 1975-2007. During that time the programming and administration of the site was handled by the NHA. In 2007, the NHA took ownership of the site.
The NHA and Woodville are run entirely by volunteers.
The Colonial Dames of America, Western PA chapter, assist the NHA in aquisitions of historic furnishings and decorative arts matters. They have been involved with the site since 1975.
Woodville is Western PA's link to the late 18th century, promoting the history of the Federal Period of American History. This period (1780-1825) coincides with Pittsburgh's largest incremental period of population growth. Pittsburgh's population in 1790 was 390 people. This figure grows to 12,500 by 1830.
The NHA is also committed to presenting the history of the Whiskey Rebellion. (1791-1795)
Woodville presents over 2 dozen historic programs each year- including 18th century cooking demos, 18th century laundry demos, palnting and growing a garden using only period correct species of plants, raising an 18th century flock of poultry (Dominique Chickens), and recreating the regiment of soldiers that helped defend Bower Hill during the WHiskey Rebellion - Waynes Fourth SubLegion.
Also visit the website http://www.woodvilleplantation.org for additional material.
Rob Windhorst
President, Neville House Associates
Acting Site Director
Allegheny Portage Railroad NHS
110 Federal Park Road
Gallitzin, PA 16641
(814) 886-6150
Megan O’ Malley
megan_omalley@nps.gov
Megan O’Malley
Chief of Interpretation - Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site and Johnstown Flood National Memorial
I’ve been in my position at Allegheny Portage and Johnstown Flood for about two months, but I’ve been with the National Park Service for over 15 years. My previous position was as a supervisor at Old Faithful Visitor Center in Yellowstone National Park.
I am a native Pittsburgher and I jumped at the opportunity to come back to western Pennsylvania. My background is in history and I’m excited to be at sites that tell stories that are deeply connected to the western Pennsylvania community and to the nation as a whole.
Talking Points –
Yesterday, May 31st was the 120th anniversary of the Johnstown Flood. We held a number of special programs and events, most notably the lighting of 2,209 luminaria to commemorate the flood victims.
This weekend marks the beginning of summer programs at Johnstown Flood NM. Starting June 7 and continuing through Aug 22, the program Journey Around Lake Conemaugh will be offered daily at 10 AM, 1 PM and 3 PM. This free van tour takes visitors around the ruins of the South Fork Dam and the South Fork Fishing and Hunting Club.
Summer programming has started at Allegheny Portage Railroad. Daily demonstrations of log hewing and stone cutting are offered daily. Tours of the historic Lemon House, an historic tavern along the route of the portage railroad are also available daily.
June 13 is the start of the program Evening on the Summit at Allegheny Portage Railroad. Programs are $2 and include theater productions, music and special historic presentations.
Johnstown Flood National Memorial
Johnstown Flood of 1889
There was no larger news story in the latter nineteenth century after the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. The story of the Johnstown Flood has everything to interest the modern mind: a wealthy resort, an intense storm, an unfortunate failure of a dam, the destruction of a working class city, and an inspiring relief effort.
Special Events
Every year, the luminaria serves as a moving tribute to the victims of the flood. More than 2,209 candles are lit on the ruins of the South Fork Dam and on the farm of Elias Unger, president of the South Fork Fishing and Hunting Club.
Trails
The Johnstown Flood National Memorial has two trails that lead out to the remains of the South Fork Dam. One of the two trails takes you into the lakebed and down into the old remnants of the dam. There is an interpretive trail that points out various cultural resources and acts as a guide book and Junior Ranger Program for children visiting the park.
What To See
The Johnstown Flood National Memorial has many cultural resources within its boundary. The historic South Fork Fishing and Hunting Clubhouse, and cottages line Main Street in St. Michael, PA. The remnants of the South Fork Dam and the restored Unger House all are important in the story of the Great Johnstown Flood of 1889. The park has a visitor center and a wonderful film entitled “Black Friday”.
Journey Around Lake Conemaugh - Travel through the Allegheny Mountains on a journey back to 1889 and the Great Johnstown Flood. This van tour begins at Johnstown Flood National Memorial and includes the Clubhouse of the South Fork Fishing & Hunting Club and the ruins of the South Fork Dam.
Tour is offered daily at 10 AM, 1 PM and 3 PM from June 7 to August 22.
Johnstown Flood National Memorial
733 Lake Road
South Fork, PA 15956
814-495-4643
http://www.nps.gov/jofl
The Allegheny Portage Railroad
The Allegheny Portage Railroad was a great achievement in early travel. Charles Dickens, Jenny Linn, and Ulysses S. Grant traveled over the Allegheny Mountains. They braved a system that injured passengers on a weekly basis. A system of inclined planes and a nine hundred foot tunnel carved through solid rock by Welsh coalminers made this feat possible. For twenty years, it was the fastest way to transgress the rough and wild terrain of Pennsylvania.
Special Events
The Allegheny Portage Railroad offers many special events and tours. Come join us on a Ghost Tour of Staple Bend Tunnel. Sit down under the evening sky and take part in our Evening on the Summit Series. Watch park rangers cut stone and hew logs just as they did in the early 1800’s.
Trails
The Allegheny Portage Railroad has many trails and places to explore. Bring your bike and ride the 2.5-mile trail back to the historic Staple Bend Tunnel. Hike the old trace of the level sections of incline planes 10 through 6. Take a stroll down to the Skew Arch Bridge or relax and walk the Nature Trail.
Fort Necessity National Battlefield
Mary Ellen Snyder
Acting Site Manager
Chief of Interpretation and Visitor Services
Friendship Hill National Historic Site
One Washington Parkway
Farmington, PA 15437
724-329-8131
Fort Necessity and Friendship Hill
Bio for MaryEllen Snyder
MaryEllen Snyder is currently serving as the Acting Site Manager at Fort Necessity National Battlefield and Friendship Hill National Historical Site. She has been working in this position since November 2008. In this position she supervises 21 staff and manages both parks, with an annual visitation of over 125,000 visitors and 1500 acres. Her previous position was Chief of Interpretation and Visitor Service at both parks and had been in this position since July 2000. Most recently she managed the development of exhibits, AV programs, a 20 minute orientation film and education programs for the recently opened ten million dollar, state of the art Fort Necessity and National Road Interpretive Center.
The Gallatin House is open daily 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM; the park grounds are open from sunrise to sunset.
The park’s ten miles of hiking trails offer woods, meadows and undeveloped river front environments to explore. The graves of Sophia Allegre (Gallatin’s first wife) and Thomas Clare (Gallatin’s friend & neighbor) are located along the trails. Trail maps are available at the Visitor Center. Sturdy, comfortable shoes are highly recommended. A picnic area is also available during regular hours of operation.
Friendship Hill is located in southwestern Pennsylvania, mid-way between Uniontown, PA and Morgantown, WV on State Route 166, three miles north of Point Marion, PA. For more information call 724-725-9190 or write Friendship Hill NHS, 223 New Geneva Road, Point Marion, PA 15474.
Orientation Program
Reflections of Gallatin
Shown throughout the day in the exhibit room. This short presentation offers an introduction to the Albert Gallatin’s life and accomplishments.
House Tours Formal Guided Tour or
Self Guided Tours
Available, free of charge when the house is open.
Just for Kids!
JUNIOR RANGER
Puzzles and games guide children on their explorations of Friendship Hill, helping them learn about Albert Gallatin’s contribution to our nation in a fun and engaging way.
Hands-on Activities
KEEPING HOUSE IN GALLATIN’S TIME
Saturday and Sunday -- 1:30 p.m. See demonstrations of the crafts and activities that were used by the Gallatin servants to run the household. Some activities will offer visitors the opportunity to participate.
JUNE
TAKE JOY – THE MUSIC AT FRIENDSHIP HILL
June 21 – 10 a.m. -4 p.m. Enjoy historic music of Gallatin’ s era played on instruments of the period, including, flutes, tin whistles, and historic ensembles. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the day.
July
BATTLE ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATION PROGRAM
July 3 – 1:00 P.M. Location: Fort Necessity National Battlefield. This ceremony commemorates the anniversary of the battle of Fort Necessity. Special presentation by Albert Kollar from Carnegie Museum of Natural History
AMERICAN INDIAN LIVING HISTORY CELEBRATION
July 11-12 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Location: Friendship Hill National Historic Site See the skills used by the Eastern Woodland American Indians demonstrated by costumed American Indian re-enactors. You will see how moccasins were made, bone jewelry constructed, skins tanned, and bags woven. Children can also participate in traditional American Indian games and sports. Saturday, July 11 only: The “Oneida Nation – First Allies” of New York demonstrate the loading and firing of 18th century artillery as used during the Revolutionary War, when Gallatin arrived in America.. Programs at 11:00, 1:00, 2:00 and 3:00.
Sponsored in part by the Friendship Hill Association.
August
AMERICAN INDIAN ENCAMPMENT
August 8-9 – 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Location: Fort Necessity National Battlefield Re-enactors representing Lenape and Cherokee war parties of 1757, will be camped at Fort Necessity National Battlefield. Native woodland fighting tactics, weapons, trail cooking, and items carried by warriors will be demonstrated. Each native group’s involvement in the French and Indian War will be discussed.
September
FestiFall 2009
September 26-27 – 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Location: Friendship Hill National Historic Site This two-day celebration commemorates the life and times of Albert Gallatin (1786 – 1832) with historic crafts , food and music. Sponsored by the Friendship Hill Association.
Visit www.nps.gov/frhi for up to date information on events.
July
BATTLE ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATION PROGRAM
July 3 – 1:00 P.M. Location: Interpretive Center & Fort Area. Albert Kollar presents an illustrated program “Geology and the French and Indian War in Western Pennsylvania” followed by a reading of the honor roll of casualties at Fort Necessity. This ceremony commemorates the anniversary of the battle of Fort Necessity.
AMERICAN INDIAN ARTS WEEKEND
July 11-12 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Location: Friendship Hill National Historic Site See the skills used by the Eastern Woodland American Indians demonstrated by costumed American Indian re-enactors. You will see how moccasins were made, bone jewelry constructed, skins tanned, and bags woven. Children can also participate in traditional American Indian games and sports. Saturday, July 11 only: The “Oneida Nation – First Allies” of New York demonstrate the loading and firing of 18th century artillery as used during the battle of Fort Necessity and General Braddock’s 1755 campaign. Programs at 11:00, 1:00, 2:00 and 3:00.
August
AMERICAN INDIAN ENCAMPMENT
August 8-9 – 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Location: Fort Area Re-enactors representing Lenape and Cherokee war parties of 1757, will be camped at Fort Necessity National Battlefield. Native woodland fighting tactics, weapons, trail cooking, and items carried by warriors will be demonstrated. Each native group’s involvement in the French and Indian War will be discussed.
September
FestiFall 2009
September 26-27 Time: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Location: Friendship Hill National Historic Site This two day celebration commemorates the life and times of Albert Gallatin and 18th and 19th century compatriots in Western Pennsylvania. Sponsored by the Friendship Hill Association.
Visit https://www.nps.gov/fone for up-to-date information on events
"Take a Ride into the Past"
Open Daily through Labor Day
Pennsylvania Trolley Museum
1 Museum Road
Washington, PA 15301
Phone: (724) 228-9256
Fax Number: (724) 228-9675
http://www.pa-trolley.org
Email Addresses:
* Pennsylvania Trolley Museum - ptm@pa-trolley.org
Pennsylvania Trolley Museum Mission Statement
The mission of the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum is to communicate the story of Pennsylvania's Trolley Era to a diverse audience through the preservation, interpretation, and use of its collection of electric railway and railroad equipment, associated artifacts and photo/document archives, and to ensure that its visitors have an enjoyable and rewarding educational experience.
History of the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum
The Museum has evolved over the past 50 years from a handful of volunteers and a few trolleys to approximately 600 members and 50 railway vehicles preserved at its museum in Washington, PA. It is unique in that visitors actually experience the Trolley Era first-hand by riding the Museum's beautifully restored streetcars for a scenic four-mile ride into the past.
The Museum’s beginnings go back to 1946 when the Pittsburgh Electric Railway Club was organized. Between 1949 and 1953 three cars were acquired for the collection and the group searched for a suitable location to preserve and operate them. In late 1953 the group formally organized as a nonprofit corporation and purchased a 2,000-foot section of the Pittsburgh Railways Company's Washington interurban trolley line near Washington's County Home in Chartiers Township.
The Museum opened to the public in June of 1963 using the trade name Arden Trolley Museum (named for nearby village), and provided visitors with short demonstration trolley rides plus an informal tour of the carbarn. Two years later an eighty-foot 1923 railroad baggage/passenger car was acquired and turned into a gift shop/museum area. A restoration shop was built in 1975 to provide additional indoor storage for the trolley collection and an area for trolley car restoration, and in 1988 a restoration parts storeroom was added to the building.
Since 1993 the Museum's interpretive efforts have expanded greatly. To better reflect its mission, the trade name was changed to Pennsylvania Trolley Museum (and became its corporate name as well in 1998). Regular guided tours and changing exhibits in the Visitor Education Center (opened in 1993) have become a standard part of the visitor experience. An Executive Director, with extensive railway museum experience, was hired in 1993 to help the Trolley Museum reach its full potential as an educational historical institution.
In 2002 the Museum opened a one-half mile extension of its demonstration trolley line which links it to a twelve-acre site that is well suited for development of a larger Visitor Center and two display trolley buildings, thus putting the entire trolley car collection under cover and on display. A 28,000 square foot Trolley Display Building was opened to the public in 2005 and tracks have recently been constructed to link it with the Museum’s trolley line.
ANTIQUE PITTSBURGH STREETCAR ARRIVES
AT THE PENNSYLVANIA TROLLEY MUSEUM
Washington, PA – A Pittsburgh artifact returned to Pittsburgh from Cleveland on the morning of Thursday May 7th. Former Pittsburgh Railways streetcar #4145 was built in McKees Rocks in 1911 by the Pressed Steel Car Company and carried passengers through the streets of Pittsburgh until the late 1930s. It is a classic streetcar that helped Pittsburgh grow during the transitional period before, during, and after World War I when transportation shifted from horse-drawn wagons to automobiles. A special highway trailer transported the car from the Lake Shore Electric Railway in Cleveland and over 15 volunteers were on hand to unload the streetcar.
BACKGROUND:
Car 4145 was one of the last series of “high floor” streetcars built for Pittsburgh Railways. These cars were designed to pull un-motored trailers during peak periods.
Visitation to the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum has grown over the last few years with over 24,000 people from all over the world visiting PTM during 2008. To help continue this growth, some new events are being introduced this summer including a series of Senior Sunday Events. Great for Grandparents and their Families, these events include June 14 (Antique Radios), July 12 (Scrapbooking) and Aug 9 (Genealogy), as well as “Proud to be a Scout Day” on July 11th. A new Halloween season event called “Trolley Rails and Spooky Tales” will be introduced October 23-24 featuring story telling on a darkened streetcar. These new events join several repeated from last year that have proven to be quite popular at the Trolley Museum (a full schedule is attached).
Admission is $9 Adults, $8 Seniors ages 62+, and $5 Children 3-15. Infants 2 and under are free. PTM is happy to introduce a special family rate this year of $30 which covers up to two adults and four children. Admission includes scenic four-mile trolley rides, exhibits, guided tours of the Museum’s original car house, museum store, theater, picnic area and free parking. There is an optional 1-hour tour of the Museum’s Trolley Display Building beginning at 1:30 pm every day for an additional charge of $4 for adults and $2 for children. This 28,000 square foot facility showcases many electric railway passenger, freight and work cars from Pennsylvania, Ohio and West Virginia. The Museum’s spring and fall hours are Fridays and Mondays from 10-4 and Saturdays and Sundays from 11-5. From Memorial Day through Labor Day hours are Monday-Friday 10-4 and Saturdays and Sundays 11-5.
DIRECTIONS: From Pittsburgh take I-79 to Exit 41 Race Track Road and follow the detour and Trolley Museum signs to the Museum. From the south take I-79 North to Exit 40 Meadow Lands and then follow the blue Trolley Museum signs to the Museum, located opposite the Washington County Fairgrounds.
For further information on Museum hours, group tours, educational programs, special events, birthday parties and our popular “Operator for an Hour” program please call 724-228-9256 or visit the Museum’s website at
www.pa-trolley.org.
Woodville Plantation | 1375 Washington Pike, Bridgeville, PA 15017-2821 | 412-221-0348
Woodville, locally known as the Neville House, is the oldest house museum open for tours in Allegheny County and is one of only 10 National Historic Landmarks in the County.
The house was built in 1775 by John Neville for his son Presley, and was originally part of a 10,000 acre estate that covered much of the area in the South Hills that today includes Scott Twp. , Mt Lebanon, Carnegie, Heidlberg, Collier Twp, and Bridgeville. (Only 2 1/2 acres are preserved of that original property)
John and Presley Neville were the wealthiest men in Western Pa in the 1780's and 1790's. In addition to Woodville, John Neville owned a country house on the property known as Bower Hill ( originally located about 3/4 mile away from Woodville) This house was burned by local farmers in July of 1794 during the "Whiskey Rebellion"
Both John and Presley Neville owned town houses Pittsburgh as well. John Neville built his third and final resdence on Montours Island (Neville Island) in 1799 following the burning of his Bower Hill house.
Woodville was occupied by three families in 200 years- Neville (1775-1815) , Cowan (1815-1835), and Wrenshall (1835-1975)
Woodville is interpreted through a Multigenerational Interpretation - presenting the house as it would have been seen from 1780-1820 and all of the architectural changes that occured throughout that period. As you tour the house, visitors will "travel through time" via interpreters and historic furnishings.
Woodville is owned and administered by the Neville House Associates (NHA). The NHA , along with Pittsburgh History and Landmarks (PHLF), saved the house from sale and demolition in 1975 following the death of the last owner of the house. PHLF owned the site from 1975-2007. During that time the programming and administration of the site was handled by the NHA. In 2007, the NHA took ownership of the site.
The NHA and Woodville are run entirely by volunteers.
The Colonial Dames of America, Western PA chapter, assist the NHA in aquisitions of historic furnishings and decorative arts matters. They have been involved with the site since 1975.
Woodville is Western PA's link to the late 18th century, promoting the history of the Federal Period of American History. This period (1780-1825) coincides with Pittsburgh's largest incremental period of population growth. Pittsburgh's population in 1790 was 390 people. This figure grows to 12,500 by 1830.
The NHA is also committed to presenting the history of the Whiskey Rebellion. (1791-1795)
Woodville presents over 2 dozen historic programs each year- including 18th century cooking demos, 18th century laundry demos, palnting and growing a garden using only period correct species of plants, raising an 18th century flock of poultry (Dominique Chickens), and recreating the regiment of soldiers that helped defend Bower Hill during the WHiskey Rebellion - Waynes Fourth SubLegion.
Also visit the website http://www.woodvilleplantation.org for additional material.
Rob Windhorst
President, Neville House Associates
Acting Site Director
Allegheny Portage Railroad NHS
110 Federal Park Road
Gallitzin, PA 16641
(814) 886-6150
Megan O’ Malley
megan_omalley@nps.gov
Megan O’Malley
Chief of Interpretation - Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site and Johnstown Flood National Memorial
I’ve been in my position at Allegheny Portage and Johnstown Flood for about two months, but I’ve been with the National Park Service for over 15 years. My previous position was as a supervisor at Old Faithful Visitor Center in Yellowstone National Park.
I am a native Pittsburgher and I jumped at the opportunity to come back to western Pennsylvania. My background is in history and I’m excited to be at sites that tell stories that are deeply connected to the western Pennsylvania community and to the nation as a whole.
Talking Points –
Yesterday, May 31st was the 120th anniversary of the Johnstown Flood. We held a number of special programs and events, most notably the lighting of 2,209 luminaria to commemorate the flood victims.
This weekend marks the beginning of summer programs at Johnstown Flood NM. Starting June 7 and continuing through Aug 22, the program Journey Around Lake Conemaugh will be offered daily at 10 AM, 1 PM and 3 PM. This free van tour takes visitors around the ruins of the South Fork Dam and the South Fork Fishing and Hunting Club.
Summer programming has started at Allegheny Portage Railroad. Daily demonstrations of log hewing and stone cutting are offered daily. Tours of the historic Lemon House, an historic tavern along the route of the portage railroad are also available daily.
June 13 is the start of the program Evening on the Summit at Allegheny Portage Railroad. Programs are $2 and include theater productions, music and special historic presentations.
Johnstown Flood National Memorial
Johnstown Flood of 1889
There was no larger news story in the latter nineteenth century after the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. The story of the Johnstown Flood has everything to interest the modern mind: a wealthy resort, an intense storm, an unfortunate failure of a dam, the destruction of a working class city, and an inspiring relief effort.
Special Events
Every year, the luminaria serves as a moving tribute to the victims of the flood. More than 2,209 candles are lit on the ruins of the South Fork Dam and on the farm of Elias Unger, president of the South Fork Fishing and Hunting Club.
Trails
The Johnstown Flood National Memorial has two trails that lead out to the remains of the South Fork Dam. One of the two trails takes you into the lakebed and down into the old remnants of the dam. There is an interpretive trail that points out various cultural resources and acts as a guide book and Junior Ranger Program for children visiting the park.
What To See
The Johnstown Flood National Memorial has many cultural resources within its boundary. The historic South Fork Fishing and Hunting Clubhouse, and cottages line Main Street in St. Michael, PA. The remnants of the South Fork Dam and the restored Unger House all are important in the story of the Great Johnstown Flood of 1889. The park has a visitor center and a wonderful film entitled “Black Friday”.
Journey Around Lake Conemaugh - Travel through the Allegheny Mountains on a journey back to 1889 and the Great Johnstown Flood. This van tour begins at Johnstown Flood National Memorial and includes the Clubhouse of the South Fork Fishing & Hunting Club and the ruins of the South Fork Dam.
Tour is offered daily at 10 AM, 1 PM and 3 PM from June 7 to August 22.
Johnstown Flood National Memorial
733 Lake Road
South Fork, PA 15956
814-495-4643
http://www.nps.gov/jofl
The Allegheny Portage Railroad
The Allegheny Portage Railroad was a great achievement in early travel. Charles Dickens, Jenny Linn, and Ulysses S. Grant traveled over the Allegheny Mountains. They braved a system that injured passengers on a weekly basis. A system of inclined planes and a nine hundred foot tunnel carved through solid rock by Welsh coalminers made this feat possible. For twenty years, it was the fastest way to transgress the rough and wild terrain of Pennsylvania.
Special Events
The Allegheny Portage Railroad offers many special events and tours. Come join us on a Ghost Tour of Staple Bend Tunnel. Sit down under the evening sky and take part in our Evening on the Summit Series. Watch park rangers cut stone and hew logs just as they did in the early 1800’s.
Trails
The Allegheny Portage Railroad has many trails and places to explore. Bring your bike and ride the 2.5-mile trail back to the historic Staple Bend Tunnel. Hike the old trace of the level sections of incline planes 10 through 6. Take a stroll down to the Skew Arch Bridge or relax and walk the Nature Trail.
Fort Necessity National Battlefield
Mary Ellen Snyder
Acting Site Manager
Chief of Interpretation and Visitor Services
Friendship Hill National Historic Site
One Washington Parkway
Farmington, PA 15437
724-329-8131
Fort Necessity and Friendship Hill
Bio for MaryEllen Snyder
MaryEllen Snyder is currently serving as the Acting Site Manager at Fort Necessity National Battlefield and Friendship Hill National Historical Site. She has been working in this position since November 2008. In this position she supervises 21 staff and manages both parks, with an annual visitation of over 125,000 visitors and 1500 acres. Her previous position was Chief of Interpretation and Visitor Service at both parks and had been in this position since July 2000. Most recently she managed the development of exhibits, AV programs, a 20 minute orientation film and education programs for the recently opened ten million dollar, state of the art Fort Necessity and National Road Interpretive Center.
The Gallatin House is open daily 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM; the park grounds are open from sunrise to sunset.
The park’s ten miles of hiking trails offer woods, meadows and undeveloped river front environments to explore. The graves of Sophia Allegre (Gallatin’s first wife) and Thomas Clare (Gallatin’s friend & neighbor) are located along the trails. Trail maps are available at the Visitor Center. Sturdy, comfortable shoes are highly recommended. A picnic area is also available during regular hours of operation.
Friendship Hill is located in southwestern Pennsylvania, mid-way between Uniontown, PA and Morgantown, WV on State Route 166, three miles north of Point Marion, PA. For more information call 724-725-9190 or write Friendship Hill NHS, 223 New Geneva Road, Point Marion, PA 15474.
Orientation Program
Reflections of Gallatin
Shown throughout the day in the exhibit room. This short presentation offers an introduction to the Albert Gallatin’s life and accomplishments.
House Tours Formal Guided Tour or
Self Guided Tours
Available, free of charge when the house is open.
Just for Kids!
JUNIOR RANGER
Puzzles and games guide children on their explorations of Friendship Hill, helping them learn about Albert Gallatin’s contribution to our nation in a fun and engaging way.
Hands-on Activities
KEEPING HOUSE IN GALLATIN’S TIME
Saturday and Sunday -- 1:30 p.m. See demonstrations of the crafts and activities that were used by the Gallatin servants to run the household. Some activities will offer visitors the opportunity to participate.
JUNE
TAKE JOY – THE MUSIC AT FRIENDSHIP HILL
June 21 – 10 a.m. -4 p.m. Enjoy historic music of Gallatin’ s era played on instruments of the period, including, flutes, tin whistles, and historic ensembles. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the day.
July
BATTLE ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATION PROGRAM
July 3 – 1:00 P.M. Location: Fort Necessity National Battlefield. This ceremony commemorates the anniversary of the battle of Fort Necessity. Special presentation by Albert Kollar from Carnegie Museum of Natural History
AMERICAN INDIAN LIVING HISTORY CELEBRATION
July 11-12 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Location: Friendship Hill National Historic Site See the skills used by the Eastern Woodland American Indians demonstrated by costumed American Indian re-enactors. You will see how moccasins were made, bone jewelry constructed, skins tanned, and bags woven. Children can also participate in traditional American Indian games and sports. Saturday, July 11 only: The “Oneida Nation – First Allies” of New York demonstrate the loading and firing of 18th century artillery as used during the Revolutionary War, when Gallatin arrived in America.. Programs at 11:00, 1:00, 2:00 and 3:00.
Sponsored in part by the Friendship Hill Association.
August
AMERICAN INDIAN ENCAMPMENT
August 8-9 – 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Location: Fort Necessity National Battlefield Re-enactors representing Lenape and Cherokee war parties of 1757, will be camped at Fort Necessity National Battlefield. Native woodland fighting tactics, weapons, trail cooking, and items carried by warriors will be demonstrated. Each native group’s involvement in the French and Indian War will be discussed.
September
FestiFall 2009
September 26-27 – 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Location: Friendship Hill National Historic Site This two-day celebration commemorates the life and times of Albert Gallatin (1786 – 1832) with historic crafts , food and music. Sponsored by the Friendship Hill Association.
Visit www.nps.gov/frhi for up to date information on events.
July
BATTLE ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATION PROGRAM
July 3 – 1:00 P.M. Location: Interpretive Center & Fort Area. Albert Kollar presents an illustrated program “Geology and the French and Indian War in Western Pennsylvania” followed by a reading of the honor roll of casualties at Fort Necessity. This ceremony commemorates the anniversary of the battle of Fort Necessity.
AMERICAN INDIAN ARTS WEEKEND
July 11-12 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Location: Friendship Hill National Historic Site See the skills used by the Eastern Woodland American Indians demonstrated by costumed American Indian re-enactors. You will see how moccasins were made, bone jewelry constructed, skins tanned, and bags woven. Children can also participate in traditional American Indian games and sports. Saturday, July 11 only: The “Oneida Nation – First Allies” of New York demonstrate the loading and firing of 18th century artillery as used during the battle of Fort Necessity and General Braddock’s 1755 campaign. Programs at 11:00, 1:00, 2:00 and 3:00.
August
AMERICAN INDIAN ENCAMPMENT
August 8-9 – 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Location: Fort Area Re-enactors representing Lenape and Cherokee war parties of 1757, will be camped at Fort Necessity National Battlefield. Native woodland fighting tactics, weapons, trail cooking, and items carried by warriors will be demonstrated. Each native group’s involvement in the French and Indian War will be discussed.
September
FestiFall 2009
September 26-27 Time: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Location: Friendship Hill National Historic Site This two day celebration commemorates the life and times of Albert Gallatin and 18th and 19th century compatriots in Western Pennsylvania. Sponsored by the Friendship Hill Association.
Visit https://www.nps.gov/fone for up-to-date information on events
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