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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 1d

In honor of Ageism Awareness Day, 50 new images have been added to Age Friendly Pittsburgh’s Photo Bank! Captured by leading local photographers, these images show life as we actually live it: alongside our neighbors and loved ones of all ages. See for yourself here: buff.ly/6Lmn9uy

Image alt text: photo of an elderly couple standing on a sidewalk in Downtown Pittsburgh on a sunny day.

City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 2d

This Saturday, October 11th, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., join JADA House, Hazelwood Initiative, and Neighborworks for a Post Purchase Home Resource Fair! This free event aims to help new homeowners build equity, learn budgeting and home repair skills, and more. 🏠 Learn more: buff.ly/pyZkBKm

Image alt text: Flyer for the Post Purchase Home Resource Fair on October 11th, 2025, 10:00 AM-1:00 PM at 4944 Second Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15207. Further info includes: “Many people purchase a home without realizing the full range of benefits and opportunities available to them. That’s why we’re bringing together experts, resources, and tools to help you make the most of homeownership.” Bullet points further stipulate, “Building Home Equity, Saving on Energy Bills, Budgeting and Financial Planning, Home Repair Resources, Getting Involved in Your Community, And More!!!” QR code goes to this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hazelwood-initiative-home-resource-fair-tickets-1596576275619

City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 2d

This Saturday, October 11th is National Coming Out Day! Join OUTfest! at the Hazelwood Green from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m for the first city-led celebration of LGBTQIA+ culture and identity, featuring a runway competition, gender-affirming clothes swap, and more. 🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍🌈 Learn more: buff.ly/2NnHW6s

Image alt text: promotional image for OUTfest, by the City of Pittsburgh. Features a photo of the Pittsburgh skyline, with the words “OUTfest” in LGBTQIA+ colors.

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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 3d

This Thursday, October 9 at 7 p.m., join the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy’s “Emerging Leaders Trivia Night” at Mondays Brewing in Greenfield to support watershed conservation! 🍃🌿 Learn more and RSVP here: buff.ly/ekXisAa

Image alt text: flyer for WPC's Emerging Leaders Advisory Committee Trivia night, held on Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 7:00 PM at Mondays Brewing, Greenfield. Features photos of conservationists at Pittsburgh’s local watersheds, and event highlights, which include “Trivia hosted by Drew’s clues; teams of five; one drink included with ticket,” and more.

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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 7d

Barb will hold office hours at the Hazelwood Library every Friday in October from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, and at the Squirrel Hill Library on October 31 from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm. Come discuss community issues with your City Council representative!

Image Alt Text: A flyer encouraging District 5 residents to attend office hours with Barb Warwick. It includes images of two library locations and a photo of Councilperson Warwick. “The flyer reads: “Office Hours with Councilperson Barb Warwick; Every Friday at the Hazelwood Library from 11am to 1pm; 5006 Second Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15207. The last Friday of each month: at the Squirrel Hill Library from 2:30-4:30pm; 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15217; Learn about city services and discuss community issues directly with your District Five City Council representative, Barb Warwick.” At the very bottom is a small notice in Italic that reads “Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh is not the host or organizer of this event. CLP does not support, sponsor, or represent this group or event.

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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 8d

This Sunday, October 5, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., two multi-family yard sales will be held on Monitor Street and Beechwood Blvd., with all proceeds going to the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank and WQED. Cash only! 💵🧸📚 buff.ly/sUXx5Ki

Image alt text: flyer for upcoming yard sales. Heading reads “Multi-Family Yard Sales”. Background is white, with bold hand-written style capitalized font. Relevant info follows: “Sunday, October 5, 2025; 9:00AM-2:00PM, Monitor St. 6414-6462, Beechwood Blvd. 2701-2783”. Asterix at bottom of flyer states all proceeds will be donated to Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank.

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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 9d

Wishing a meaningful Yom Kippur to all in District 5 who are observing. As the sun sets this evening, may your fast and reflections bring renewal, peace, and connection in the year ahead. 🕊️ G’mar Chatima Tova.

A photograph of the Pittsburgh skyline at sunset.

City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 9d

The latest District 5 newsletter is here, with updates on Pittsburgh’s Workforce Development Fund, ongoing support for victims of the Jefferson Apartments fire, this year’s Garbage Olympics, and 50 years of the Glen Hazel High Rise: buff.ly/4u9Qb9G

Image alt text: public domain photograph of a worker in a factory, wearing an orange hard hat.

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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 10d

Traffic calming is coming to Denniston Street, which will be closed from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, 10/7, for construction of a raised crosswalk at Forbes Avenue. Minor delays will continue on Wednesday 10/8, with work expected to wrap up on Thursday, 10/9. Learn more: buff.ly/yOui0W2

Traffic advisory flyer showing upcoming work at Forbes Avenue and Denniston Street in Pittsburgh. A background map highlights the intersection, and an inset photo shows Forbes Avenue with crosswalks and traffic. Text lists project dates: Tuesday, October 7 – asphalt placement on Denniston Street, road closed 9 AM–3 PM, Forbes open with alternating traffic. Wednesday, October 8 – pavement marking installation with minor traffic holds. Thursday, October 9 (or soon after) – flexpost installation, no traffic impacts expected.

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Bike Pittsburgh @bikepgh.bsky.social · 10d

✨ Week Without Driving is in full swing and raising awareness for greater mobility needs in every community. Allegheny County Council and Pittsburgh City Council have put forth proclamations in support!

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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 10d

Traffic calming is coming to Denniston Street, which will be closed from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, 10/7, for construction of a raised crosswalk at Forbes Avenue. Minor delays will continue on Wednesday 10/8, with work expected to wrap up on Thursday, 10/9. Learn more: buff.ly/yOui0W2

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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 12d

The PA Emergency Management Agency is now offering grants and low-interest loans for those affected by the September 9 fire at the Jefferson Apartment Complex. Learn more and apply here: buff.ly/Z5AxDwd

Image alt text: Photograph of the September 9 fire at the Jefferson Apartment Complex. Depicts clouds of smoke billowing from a large orange fire coming through the roof of the complex, with fire hoses blasting streams of water to put out the flames.

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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 14d

Last weekend, the City’s Deer Management Program returned for the 2025-2026 season, with archery expanding to 10 city parks. The program works to humanely reduce white-tailed deer populations, which have grown out of balance with Pittsburgh’s forest ecology. 🦌 🏹 Learn more: buff.ly/8CHuv4a

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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 15d

Take the 2025 Week Without Driving pledge from Sep 28 to Oct 5! Week Without Driving is a nationwide movement to raise awareness for safer, more accessible mobility options for people with disabilities. Learn more: buff.ly/cFtvp25

Image alt text: Promo image for Week Without Driving. The photo depicts a man in a wheelchair heading towards the ramp of a white van designed to accommodate people with disabilities.

City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 16d

Until September 26, Kids Plus Pediatrics are accepting donations for those affected by the Jefferson Apartments fire. Accepted donations include gift cards, toiletries, winter gear, and gently used clothing. See the flyer below for dates and times, and learn more here: buff.ly/1TCcLJk

Image alt text: flyer for Kids Pediatrics Donation Drive at Squirrel Hill/Greenfield to help those affected by the Jefferson Apartments fire. Includes a list of accepted items: gift cards (Target, Walmart, Giant Eagle, reloadable), winter clothes, new or gently used clothing, shoes, hygiene items, undergarments, tote bags and backpacks. Donation information includes: “Kids Plus Squirrel Hill/Greenfield: 4070 Beechwood Blvd., Pittsburgh PA 15217”, “Monday, September 15-Friday, September 26), “ Mondays/ Wednesdays 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesdays/Thursdays 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Fridays 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.”, and a link: KidsPlus.com/Donations

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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 17d

Barb holds office hours at the Hazelwood Library every Friday from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. An office representative will also hold office hours at the Squirrel Hill Library on 9/26 from 2:30 - 4:30 pm. Come discuss community issues with your City Council representative!

Image Alt Text: A flyer encouraging District 5 residents to attend mobile office hours with Barb Warwick. It includes images of two library locations and a photo of Councilperson Warwick. “The flyer reads: “Office Hours with Councilperson Barb Warwick; Every Friday at the Hazelwood Library from 11am to 1pm; 5006 Second Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15207. The last Friday of each month: at the Squirrel Hill Library from 2:30-4:30pm; 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15217; Learn about city services and discuss community issues directly with your District Five City Council representative, Barb Warwick.”

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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 18d

Wishing a joyful new year to all our neighbors celebrating Rosh Hashanah! As the High Holidays begin, may this be a time of reflection, hope, and peace for you and your families. Shana Tova! 🍎🍯

A watercolor image of apples and pomegranates set up as a still life. Public domain image accessed at https://www.publicdomainpictures.net/en/view-image.php?image=525293&picture=fruit-and-honey-for-rosh-hashana

City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 19d

Tomorrow is the Pittsburgh Planning Commission hearing where our legislation to rezone part of the Hazelwood riverfront will be discussed. Voice your support in person, via Zoom, or email testimony by today at noon, to [email protected]. Learn more: buff.ly/2SjoJ6V

Flyer titled “Hazelwood Rezoning: Make Your Voice Heard!” with a map of the Hazelwood riverfront. The flyer explains that heavy industry has harmed Hazelwood, and rezoning would protect residents’ health and guide safe investment. It urges residents to support rezoning by speaking at the Planning Commission meeting on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, from 1–5 p.m. (rezoning item at 2 p.m.) at 412 Boulevard of the Allies, Lower Level Hearing Room, or by joining virtually via Zoom. Instructions are provided for giving testimony in person or online. If unable to attend, residents can email testimony by Monday, September 22, 2025, at 12 p.m. to planningcommission@pittsburghpa.gov
. A QR code links to Zoom details. Background includes artwork of a park bench and stylized graphics.

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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 21d

Tomorrow, September 20 from 2 to 4 p.m., meet the artists under consideration for a new installment at Pitt’s BioForge building in Hazelwood. Hosted by Pitt’s public art consulting team, the free event will take place at JADA House International. Learn more: buff.ly/rxM8NiR

Image alt text: promotional flyer for Artist Talks: BioForge event. Located at 4944 Second Avenue, on September 20 from 2 to 4 p.m. At the bottom reads “Questions? Email edithabeyta@gmail.com or call 412-295-1795.”

City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 21d

Next Tuesday, the Planning Commission will discuss legislation to rezone part of Hazelwood's riverfront. Help protect the community by sharing your support in-person (412 Blvd of the Allies), via Zoom, or by email: [email protected] 📩

Learn more: buff.ly/2SjoJ6V

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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 24d

Displaced by last week's fire at the Jefferson Apartments? Open a case with the Red Cross as soon as possible! Immediate assistance payments are currently available, but that window will soon close. Don't delay. Call (412) 263-3140. And for more resources, visit buff.ly/AUPyQsp

City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 25d

Tomorrow at 2 p.m., join a safety training for owners and staff of businesses that operate late at night. Learn how to safely administer Narcan, mental health first aid, conflict de-escalation techniques, and more. RSVP by emailing [email protected], and learn more here: buff.ly/iOHK4mW

flyer with the title “Nighttime Business Owners & Staff Safety Training”. The flyer specifies the event is on September 16 at the Hilton Garden Inn (3454 Forbes Ave) from 2-3 PM. Title subtext reads “Mental Health First Aid, De-Escalation Techniques, and Narcan Administration,” and a promotional image featuring “Nite School” in yellow and blue letters. Finally, a small sentence at bottom of flyer reads “No cost to attend but space is limited, to register email Bret.Kunash@pittsburghpa.gov

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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 28d

PennDOT is currently seeking public feedback on major changes coming to the Squirrel Hill I-376 interchange. Leave your feedback at the link: buff.ly/vNsnxS8

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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 28d

PennDOT has selected a design for major changes to the Squirrel Hill I-376 interchange, with construction set to begin in 2029. The project aims to reduce congestion near the Squirrel Hill tunnel by separating ramps, extending merge lanes, and adding a roundabout at Monitor Street. buff.ly/15o1tP0

Image alt text: overhead view of a large portion of the inbound highway from Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill to Saline Street in lower Greenfield. Representation of the Squirrel Hill Interchange Project (Alternative F) released by PennDot.

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City Councilperson Barb Warwick @pghdistrict5.bsky.social · 29d

This Saturday, September 13, join Citiparks for the 24th annual Alphabet Trail and Tales! Come to the Blue Slide Playground in Frick Park from 10am to 1pm for live readings, music, games, crafts, and more! For more info, call 412-665-3665 or visit buff.ly/X3YQHsl

Image alt text: flyer for the Alphabet Trail and Tales event on Saturday, September 13, 2025. Relevant info includes the location (Frick Regional Park, Blue Slide Playground, Beechwood Blvd. at Nicholson) and time (10am to 1pm). Features cute pencil and marker drawings of a purple octopus, a boy holding a crayon, a dog holding a stack of books, and “ABC” on three books. Behind is an open book with small purple font reading “Pittsburgh Largest Read Aloud, FREE fun for the whole family!” Beneath, each of the three books has a title that details a part of the event(Dog Loves Books, Arlo Draws an Octopus, and Number One Sam), and at the very bottom in purple writing is “Zany Fun from A to Z!”