Join us on Thursday, Feb 19th at 7pm on Zoom for the February HPCC Community Meeting.
**Zoom Link for meeting**

Agenda:

• Welcome
• HPCC Updates
  • Parks Committee Updates
  • April Wine Event
  • 80 for 80 Fundraiser 
• Michael Kelley from City Forestry – Announcing the new City Orchard
  • City Forestry will be launching the very first 100% public RAD Park Orchard in Highland Park in 2026.  This 15000 square foot food forest will contain a wide variety of you-pick fruits and berries, from the conventional apples and pears to pawpaws and other native fruit species.  Educational signage and a “what’s ripe” board will allow visitors to learn about their food while having a chance to see what things look before they hit the kitchen counter. The site will be free of harsh pesticides, relying on high biodiversity and organic treatments to yield healthy and clean produce.
• “How to Communicate So Your Legislators Listen” Event at St. Andrews – Becky Marinov
• Introduction of Corey Buckner, Community Affairs Supervisor – from the Office of Mayor Corey O’Connor
• Survey for Community Meeting Topics 

We hope to see you on Zoom!

As a reminder, HPCC Community Meetings are the third Thursday of every month at 7pm. Upcoming meeting dates:

• March 19th, 7pm, Zoom
• April 16th, 7pm, Zoom
• May 21st, 7pm @ the Bryant St. Parklet
• June 18th, 7pm, in person (location TBA) – Annual Meeting

Join us for a Play Date at the Pittsburgh Toy Lending Library (5401 Centre Ave, Pittsburgh)! Bring the kiddos for crafts, snacks, and story time. The cost is $7 per child, or free for first time visitors.

Join us on Thursday, Jan 15th at 7pm on Zoom for our January Community Meeting!
**Zoom Link for meeting**

Agenda:

• HPCC Updates: committee updates, fundraising progress, and upcoming events
• Presentation: The Next Phase of the Union Project (Jeffrey Dorsey from the Union Project)
• Presentation: Update on the Bryant St. Parklet Planning Process (FWD Studios)

We hope to see you on Zoom as we kick off 2026!

Our annual Light Up Night celebration is this Saturday, December 6, 5-7pm! Click here for the map of Super Shops, Bright Blocks, and Sparkle Spots for 2026.

On top of the neighborhood-wide activities, HPCC will be hosting several activities on Bryant Street! Here’s what to expect:

 5 PM – Parklet Lights + Community Input
Help us light up the Bryant St. Parklet and share your ideas for its future. Stop by for a hands-on design activity, and if you haven’t yet, fill out the community survey!

 5:00 – 7:00 PM – S’mores at the Parklet
Grab a s’more kit and warm up by the fire pits—fun for all ages!

 5:00 – 6:00 PM – Women of Song Carolers
Enjoy live holiday music and keep an eye out for a magical paper lantern parade from the Pittsburgh Callithumpian Society.

 All Evening – Bryant Street Business Specials
Support local! Enjoy holiday shopping, specials, and discounts from your favorite Bryant St. businesses.

Come celebrate the season, connect with neighbors, and help shape the future of the parklet!

Join us on Thursday, November 27 at the top of the Reservoir in Highland Park for our festive Kids’ Turkey Trot—a morning packed with giggles, gobbles, and great memories!

Schedule of Fun:
 9:30 AM – Turkey headband decorating
 9:45 AM – 50-yard dash for Itty-Bitty Turkeys (ages 3 & under)
 10:00 AM – Run or walk around the Reservoir (~0.75 miles for ages 3 & up)

Register here: https://hpcc.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/hpcc/event.jsp?event=635&

Bring your energy and your best turkey strut. It’s the perfect way for kids to start Thanksgiving Day with fun and fresh air!