Events

Yesterday marks the first day of petition circulation for the 2010 primary elections. Thought it might be helpful to post the inportant election dates for 2010. COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF STATE BUREAU OF COMMISSIONS, ELECTIONS AND LEGISLATION 2010 PENNSYLVANIA ELECTIONS IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER First day to circulate and file nomination petitions ……………………… February 16 Last day to circulate...
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UPDATE — DUE TO WEATHER – THIS HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR WED 2/17 PUMP (Pittsburgh Urban Magnet Project) is organizing a workshop for anyone interested in running for democratic committee.  While PUMP is known as an organization for young professionals they are always welcoming to guests of all ages.  So if you are interested...
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14th WARD CLUB TO HOST GUBERNATORIAL FORUM The 14th Ward Independent Democratic Club will host a Democratic Gubernatorial Candidates Forum on Sunday, January 31, 2010 from 1:00 to 3:00 PM in the Wightman School Community Building, 5604 Solway Street, in Squirrel Hill. The League of Women Voters of Pennsylvania and the Pitt College Democrats are co-sponsoring...
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Image via Wikipedia COMMUNITY MEETING – Open Discussion of Proposed Development Project at Doughboy Square Wednesday, February 3rd from 6:30-8PM at Engine House No. 25, 3339 Penn Avenue Please join the Lawrenceville Corporation and Lawrenceville United to learn more about an important project being proposed for our neighborhood by Al DePasquale of Central Real Estate Holdings LLC....
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PUMP & The University of Pittsburgh Graduate Student Association invite you to learn about the status of the Healthcare Reform in America!  JOIN us on Friday, October 23rd, 2009, as we host our own town hall meeting geared at helping YOU understand this complex and controversial issue. University of Pittsburgh October, 23, 2009 6:00 – 8:00pm (Doors open...
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Image by niq77174 via Flickr You are cordially invited to attend a reception in honor of Natalia Rudiak Democrat for Pittsburgh City Council, District 4 Tuesday, September 15, 2009 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Cafe Euro US Steel Tower, Lower Level 600 Grant Street Downtown, Pittsburgh, PA Complimentary Hors d’Oeuvres and Beverages Contribution Levels: $250 – Supporter Level $100 – Suggested Individual Level Click here to RSVP and...
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via enginehouse25.com Tuesday, September 15th, 2009 – 6-8pm Engine House No 25 in Lawrenceville includes food and homemade wine, and lets you explore Pittsburgh’s one-of-a-kind Roberto Clemente Museum. RSVP online – http://www.acklinforpittsburgh.com/events Posted via web from progress pittsburgh’s posterous
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Image by davipt via Flickr COAL COUNTRY is a dramatic look at modern coal mining. We get to know working miners along with activists who are battling coal companies in Appalachia. We hear from miners and coal company officials, who are concerned about jobs and the economy and believe they are acting responsibly in bringing...
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The need for real school food has never been greater. Today, one in four children is overweight or obese, and one in three will develop diabetes in his or her lifetime. In the face of this crisis,...
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Image by ginsnob via Flickr Join us for Planned Parenthood of Western Pennsylvania’s next Cocktails for a Cause at the Shadow Lounge on Friday, August 28th, from 6 pm – 8 pm! Suggested Donation: $5 Featuring guest dj’s, sex ed bingo, drink specials, prizes and chinese auction items…and don’t forget all the like-minded, progressive, pro-choice individuals. Stop in...
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As if you weren’t having enough fun with the Race for PGH 2009 – Netroots Nation is bringing all kinds of candidates from all over the country here to Pittsburgh. Image via Wikipedia Here are the details about James Perry and the event in Pittsburgh, August 14, 2009, 5:30-7:30 at the Firehouse in the Strip District....
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Friends of P2PAC, Both of the P2PAC endorsed candidates for City Council edged out their opponents in a pair of tightly-contested races.  Natalia Rudiak, District 4, and Daniel Lavelle, District 6, will be on the ballot in November after victory in yesterday’s Democratic primary.  Congratulations, Natalia and Daniel! Please join us for a celebration on Thursday,...
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All 3 Candidates are scheduled to appear in both of these debates. KDKA –  Saturday, May 2, 7 to 8 PM PCNC -  Monday, May 4, 7 to 8 PM
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Image by Andy.Schultz via Flickr Mayoral Candidates Forum Hosted by: PUMP, Urban League Young Professionals of Pittsburgh (ULYP-Pittsburgh), Leadership Pittsburgh Inc., Young Republicans of Allegheny County, Carnegie Mellon’s Student Governmen Association and Pittsburgh City Paper  Wednesday, April 29th, 2009 6:30 – 8:00pm Carnegie Mellon University - McConomy Auditorium located in the University Center.   FREE parking is available after 5:00pm in the East Campus Garage CLICK HERE to view the Campus Map  RSVP HERE...
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Looks like there is another public forum that all 3 candidates are planning on attending the African American Chamber of Commerce Candidates Forum Thursday, April 23, 2009 4:30P.M. – 7:00P.M. Rivers Club One Oxford Centre Pittsburgh, PA 15219 Join us and hear candidates running for Mayor and City Council District 6, and District 8 respond to questions that can impact your...
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