Lace up your ice skates one last time this winter!

The Schenley Park Skating Rink – one of only four outdoor rinks located in Allegheny County and the only regulation size rink in the City of Pittsburgh – is open for a few more days before closing on March 17, 2010, after the afternoon skating session.

"The Schenley Park Skating Rink remains an extremely popular destination each winter," according to Mayor Luke Ravenstahl. "Nothing compares with skating outside in the elements, and Schenley Park offers a beautiful tree-lined setting, great music and a spectacular view of the downtown Pittsburgh skyline."

Throughout the winter the rink operated daily and offered a variety of public sessions and special sessions such as "family night," "adults only nights" and "college ID discount sessions." The facility hosted three successful special events: "Skate with Santa" in December, "Mascot Skate" in January and "Valentines on Ice" in February.

RINK'S PARTY ROOM AVAILABLE FOR RENTAL YEAR ROUND

The Schenley Park Skating Rink features a party room with kitchen available for rental year round. The meeting/banquet room serves as an ideal setting for graduation parties, weddings, birthday parties and other occasions. Call 412-422-6523 for details and pricing information.

Citiparks "Valentines on Ice" at Schenley Park Skating Rink

Enjoy a very special opportunity to skate with your sweetie on Valentine's Day.

Romance will fill the air at the Schenley Park Skating Rink on Sunday, Feb. 14, from 7:00 – 11:00 p.m. at "Valentines On Ice." A view of the sparkling Downtown Pittsburgh skyline will serve as the backdrop for this magical night of outdoor ice skating presented by Citiparks and Star 100.7 and sponsored by UPMC Health Plan.

"Nothing compares with skating outdoors, especially on a beautiful winter evening here in Pittsburgh," said Mayor Luke Ravenstahl. "Schenley Park offers a beautiful tree-lined setting and a spectacular view of the downtown Pittsburgh skyline."

The first 250 couples will receive a rose compliments of Alex's Flowers in Oakland and sweets from Betsy Ann Chocolates.

Skate to romantic music under the stars…win raffle prizes throughout the evening and top prizes by entering the "Go for the Heart" puck shooting contest…and pose for a keepsake photo with your sweetheart.

Then warm up inside by sipping hot beverages compliments of Coffee Tree Roasters of Shadyside and enjoying a mini-massage from Massage Envy of Squirrel Hill. Take to the dance floor with your sweetie for dance lessons by Salsa Pittsburgh.

Take advantage of the special two-for-one admission price. Admission is $4 per adult couple – or $3 per student couple (with college IDs). (Skate rental is $2.50, and skate sharpening is $3.50.)

"Valentines on Ice" is presented by Citiparks and Star 100.7 and is sponsored by UPMC Health Plan, Betsy Ann Chocolates, Alex's Flowers of Oakland, Massage Envy of Squirrel Hill, Salsa Pittsburgh and Coffee Tree Roasters of Shadyside.

For more information, call 412-255-2493.

In conjunction with the month-long "History in the Making" exhibit, Citiparks and the Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh will host a series of lectures at community sites throughout the month.

The free events will provide an opportunity for many of the exhibit honorees to share their success stories and to inspire others to leave their mark on the greater Pittsburgh community.

The three-week lecture series will kick off the week of February 8:

Monday, February 8, 6:30 p.m.
Arlington Recreation Center, 2201 Salisbury St., South Side, 412-488-8397
Speaker: La'Tasha Mayes (honoree for Politics)

Tuesday, February 9, 5:00 p.m.
Magee Recreation Center, 745 Greenfield Ave., Greenfield, 412-422-6548
Speaker: Paul Ellis Jr., Esq. (honoree for Civil Rights/Community Action)

Wednesday, February 10, 4:00 p.m.
Homewood North Community Center, 10 Albertice St., Homewood
Speaker: Monté Robinson (honoree for Health & Wellness)

Thursday, February 11, 5:00 p.m.
Brookline Recreation Center, 1400 Oakridge St., Brookline, 412-571-3222
Speaker: to be announced

For more information, call Citiparks at 412-255-8976.

Black History Month Exhibit begins February 3rd

Mayor Luke Ravenstahl and Citiparks will honor 10 local young African American leaders in a Black History Month tribute to be displayed in the lobby of the City-County Building in downtown Pittsburgh. "History in the Making: Honoring Our Young African American Leaders of Today" kicks off Wednesday, February 3 at 6:00 p.m., and then runs weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., through Friday, February 26.

"The City's 2010 Black History Month exhibit pays tribute to an extraordinary group of young individuals who represent the efforts of many others who share their commitment to serving our community," said Ravenstahl. "We're proud to present this impressive exhibit that inspires as well as educates."

The exhibit showcases the accomplishments and contributions of these 10 outstanding individuals, as well as their plans for the future. Honorees were chosen in the fields of arts and entertainment, business/finance, civil rights/community action, education, health and wellness, military/law enforcement, politics, religion, science and technology, and social services.

The public is invited to attend the exhibit's opening reception on Wednesday, February 3, from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. in the lobby of the City-County Building, 414 Grant Street in downtown Pittsburgh. The ceremony will include remarks by Pittsburgh Mayor Luke Ravenstahl and community leaders as well as refreshments and entertainment.

Throughout the month of February, residents will have an opportunity to hear many of the honorees speak at a series of lectures sponsored by the City of Pittsburgh Department of Parks and Recreation. Citiparks community recreation centers and Housing Authority of Pittsburgh sites will host events to showcase the individuals honored in the month-long exhibit.

For more information, call Citiparks at 412-255-8976 or visit www.Citiparks.net.

The City of Pittsburgh's celebration of Black History Month is presented by Citiparks and is sponsored by Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh, 96.1 KISS and Penn Brewery.

HISTORY IN THE MAKING:
HONORING OUR YOUNG AFRICAN AMERICAN LEADERS OF TODAY
2010 HONOREES

• Major Lisa Bellamy, United States Army - MILITARY/LAW ENFORCEMENT
• Charles Chapman, The L.I.V.I.N.G. Ministry - RELIGION
• Paul Ellis Jr., Esq. - CIVIL RIGHTS/COMMUNITY ACTION
• Constance F. Horton, MSW, LSW; executive director, FAME - SOCIAL SERVICE
• Greer Reed-Jones, education director, Pittsburgh Dance Alloy - ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT
• La'Tasha Mayes, New Voices Pittsburgh - POLITICS
• Jamilla Rice, teacher and acting curriculum director, Northside Urban Pathways Charter School - EDUCATION
• Monte Robinson, football coach, ACMFA/Westinghouse High School - HEALTH AND WELLNESS
• Rob Wilson, financial advisor, Blazer Capitol Management - BUSINESS/FINANCE
• Dr. Barrett Woods, orthopaedic surgeon - SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

Rink to add extra sessions during holiday season

Extra days off school and work during the holiday season mean more time to ice skate in the beautiful outdoor setting of Schenley Park!

The Schenley Park Skating Rink – one of only four outdoor rinks located in Allegheny County and the only regulation size rink in the City of Pittsburgh – will offer additional public sessions during the last week of December.

Admission is $4 for adults and $3 for seniors (60 and older) and youth (17 and younger). Skate rental is $2.50, and skate sharpening is $3.50. For more information, call 412-422-6547 or visit www.SchenleyRink.com.

For information concerning the outdoor Schenley Park Skating Rink, call 412-422-6523 or visit www.SchenleyRink.com.

Thursday, December 24
1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
rink closes early (no evening sessions)

Friday, December 25
rink closed Christmas Day

Saturday, December 26
1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
4 – 6:30 p.m.
7 – 9 p.m.
9:30 – 11:30 p.m. (adults only session)

Sunday, December 27
1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
4 – 6:30 p.m.
7 – 9 p.m.

Monday, December 28
1:30 – 3:30 p.m. (additional session)
4 – 6:30 p.m.
7 – 9 p.m. (additional session)

Tuesday, December 29
1:30 – 3:30 p.m. (additional session)
4 – 6:30 p.m. (additional session)
7 – 9 p.m.
9:30 – 11:30 p.m. (adults only session)

Wednesday, December 30
1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
4 – 6:30 p.m. (additional session)
7 – 9 p.m. (additional session)

Thursday, December 31
1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
rink close early (no evening sessions)

Friday, January 1 – OPEN NEW YEAR'S DAY
1:30 – 3:30 p.m. (additional session)
4 – 6:30 p.m. (additional session)
7 – 9 p.m.
9:30 – 11:30 p.m. (adults only session)

Saturday, January 2
1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
4 – 6:30 p.m.
7 – 9 p.m.
9:30 – 11:30 p.m. (adults only session)

PERFECT "STOCKING STUFFER" FOR HOLIDAY SEASON: SCHENLEY PARK SKATING RINK GIFT CARD

Looking for the perfect "stocking stuffer" for a skating enthusiast? Stop by the Schenley Park Skating Rink throughout the month of December to purchase a holiday gift card – and discover a special savings for yourself! The holiday gift cards – available for adults as well as youth/seniors – offer five admissions for the price of four:

• ADULT GIFT CARD – $16 for five admissions (savings of $4)
• YOUTH (17 and younger) and SENIOR (60 and older) GIFT CARD $12 for five admissions (savings of $3)

Tree Lighting flyer

Mayor Luke Ravenstahl will officially kick off the City of Pittsburgh's holiday festivities by lighting the holiday tree at 12:35 p.m. on Friday, November 20th on the Grant Street Portico of the City-County Building.

"We're excited to kick off an entire day of holiday celebrations happening downtown for Light Up Night," said Ravenstahl. "The noontime tree lighting is an extraordinary event filled with holiday cheer, entertainment, mascots, free refreshments, and even an opportunity to donate to the Salvation Army."

The Salvation Army Ensemble will begin performing on the Portico at 11:10 a.m. Throughout the celebration, individuals will have an opportunity to donate new and gently used toys, as well as non-perishable food items, to the Salvation Army Food & Toy Drive. Individuals may drop donations into the World's Largest Kettle - a 1,125-gallon, 2,800-pound Salvation Army kettle that is approximately 5'8" tall and 8' in diameter at the lid.

At noon, the Point Park University Singers will entertain the crowd. Festivities will include an opportunity to meet and greet Santa Claus, Mr. McFeely from Mister Rogers' Neighborhood, characters from the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre's performance of "The Nutcracker," and numerous mascots including Kenny Kangaroo and the Pennsylvania Resources Council Litterbug.

At 12:35 p.m., Mayor Ravenstahl will lead the countdown to illuminate the decorated holiday tree - a 40-foot Colorado blue spruce donated by a City resident.

"Seasons Greenings" is the theme for this year's holiday celebration. "The theme serves as an extension of the City's ongoing commitment to practicing environmental stewardship," said Ravenstahl.

Citiparks once again sponsored an ornament competition for school students in kindergarten through high school, and all entries will hang on the holiday tree. Students from City public, private and parochial schools participated in the tree decorating project. Students were challenged to create ornaments from natural materials rather than plastic. Other ‘green' elements of the tree lighting event will include using compostable and recycled materials.

Following the lighting ceremony, the Point Park University Singers will resume performing holiday music until 1:00 p.m. All attending the gathering will enjoy cookies provided by the International Culinary Schools at the Art Institute of Pittsburgh as well as coffee compliments Mitchell's Restaurant and apple cider compliments of Giant Eagle.

For more information, contact Citiparks at 412-255-2493.

Now that cold weather has arrived, grab your skates and head to Schenley Park to enjoy another season of ice skating! The Schenley Park Skating Rink - one of only four outdoor rinks located in Allegheny County and the only regulation size rink in the City of Pittsburgh - is now open for the 2009-2010 season.

"The Schenley Park Skating Rink remains one of Pittsburghers' favorite winter attractions, and this winter we're excited to celebrate the rink's 35th anniversary season," according to Mayor Luke Ravenstahl. "Nothing compares with skating outside in the elements, and our rink offers a beautiful tree-lined setting, great music and a view of the downtown Pittsburgh skyline."

The rink operates seven days a week and offer a variety of public sessions and lessons, including:

• FAMILY NIGHT - Thursdays from 7 - 9 p.m.
  One child free with each paying adult (adult admission $4).
  All children must be accompanied by paying adults.
• COLLEGE ID SESSIONS - Tuesdays from 9:30 - 11:30 p.m.;
  Wednesdays from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.; and Sundays from 7 - 9 p.m.
  Present a valid college ID and save one dollar on admisstion (college student admission $3 during these sessions).
• ADULTS ONLY SESSIONS - Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays 9:30 - 11:30 p.m.
  During these late evening sessions, only adults 18 years and older can enjoy this special ice time.

Over the winter, the rink will host several special events including:

• SKATE WITH SANTA, Sunday, December 13 (1:30 - 3:30 p.m.)
• 22nd ANNUAL MASCOT SKATE, Saturday, January 16 (1:30 - 3:30 p.m.)
• VALENTINES ON ICE, Sunday, February 14 (7:30 - 11 p.m.)

The facility includes a party room with kitchen available for rental year round for graduation parties, weddings, birthday parties and other occasions. The room is available for rental seven days a week (11 a.m. to 11 p.m.) and can accommodate up to 125 guests.

Admission to the Schenley Park Skating Rink is $4 for adults and $3 for seniors (60 and older) and youth (17 and younger). Skate rental is $2.50, and skate sharpening is $3.50. For more information, contact Citiparks at 412-422-6523 or visit Schenleyrink.com.

THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY SCHEDULE ANNOUNCED

Thursday, November 26 - RINK CLOSED - Thanksgiving Day

Friday, November 27
1:30 - 3:30 p.m. (additional session); 4 - 6:30 p.m. (additional session); 7 - 9 p.m.; 9:30 - 11:30 p.m. (adults only)

Saturday, November 28
1:30 - 3:30 p.m.; 4 - 6:30 p.m.; 7 - 9 p.m.; 9:30 - 11:30 p.m. (adults only)

Sunday, November 29
1:30 - 3:30 p.m.; 4 - 6:30 p.m.; 7 - 9 p.m.

Expanded green activities in 2009 result in higher yields of material to recycle and compost

For a second year, The Great Race - which attracted a field of 12,788 registered runners and walkers - placed a top priority on practicing environmental stewardship, and the results topped totals from the inaugural year.

Race organizers and the City's Recycling Division once again partnered with the Pennsylvania Resources Council to create a "Green Team" presence at the Richard S. Caliguiri City of Pittsburgh Great Race on September 27, as well as the Dollar Bank Junior Great Race, which attracted 700+ children and their families and officially kicked off "Great Race Week" on September 20.

"Our green initiative involved everything from collecting orange peels and pasta containers at the finish line to encouraging race participants to register online and car pool on race day," said Mayor Luke Ravenstahl. "The Great Race remains Pennsylvania's largest 10K, so we look to set an excellent example for all races in the Commonwealth."

According to final figures compiled by the Pennsylvania Resources Council (PRC) and City of Pittsburgh Recycling Division, the expanded efforts resulted in a significant increase in materials collected.

"This year we collected more than 6,000 pounds of material to compost, nearly seven times the amount we collected last year," said PRC Regional Director Dave Mazza. "At the finish line we continued to collect orange and banana peels and introduced compostable containers, forks and napkins for the pasta salad served. A major reason for such a significant increase was the introduction of compostable cups at all water stops along the course route."

According to Race Director Mike Radley, organizers expanded the focus of green activities this year. "Last year we focused our attention primarily on collecting materials at Point State Park since it serves as the finish line and gathering space for both The Great Race and the Junior Great Race. But this year we expanded the green focus to include water stops along the course and an educational display and recycling/composting station at the two-day expo."

This year the "Green Team" doubled it's collection of cardboard - the majority from boxes used to deliver refreshments or items for the runners' packets - from 1,000 pounds in 2008 to more than 2,600 pounds in 2009.

Other "green" efforts included using recyclable cups at the start and finish lines; collecting leftover print materials for recycling; printing race applications on recycled paper using soy inks; using shuttle buses to transport runners and walkers to the start lines; and encouraging online registration.

"We were very pleased with this year's efforts," said Radley, "and we will once again plant trees along the Eliza Furnace Trail as an ongoing reminder of The Great Race's commitment to the environment."

Citywide efforts to increase neighborhood curbside recycling have also improved.

"Residents can now place all recycling items together in blue bags, instead of having to separate bottles with bottles and paper with paper like before," City Recycling Coordinator Shawn Wigle said. "By moving to single-stream recycling, we've made it easier for residents to recycle and have increased curbside tonnages by nearly 30 percent."

In addition to presenting sponsor Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, 2009 Great Race sponsors are Dollar Bank, Allegheny General Hospital, Dick's Sporting Goods, Del Monte Foods, KDKA-TV, Q92.9, 96.9 BOB FM, Pittsburgh magazine, Port Authority, Southwest Airlines and ARAD.

Gather your family, scout troop or youth group for an enjoyable celebration of autumn - "Bump in the Night" - at the Frick Environmental Center in Squirrel Hill.

This year's autumn celebration will take place completely outdoors (participants should dress for the weather) from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. on the following dates:

• Friday and Saturday, October 16 & 17
• Friday and Saturday, October 23 & 24

"Bump in the Night" encourages children to enjoy - rather than fear - the night. Families, scouting troops and youth organizations enjoy storytelling around a campfire, a sing-along, a walk on the trails, an opportunity to meet a nocturnal mammal and other related activities.

The cost is $10 for adults (ages 12 and up) and $8 for children (ages 3 - 11). Space is limited, so reservations are required. Visit www.Citiparks.net for a registration form.

The Frick Environmental Center is located at 2005 Beechwood Blvd. in Squirrel Hill. In addition to conducting environmental education programs, the Center is responsible for maintaining a 151-acre urban nature reserve.

VOLUNTEER TO "GET READY FOR 'BUMP'"

Families are invited to assist the Frick Environmental Center staff with preparations for "Bump in the Night." Stop by on Tuesday, October 13, and/or Tuesday, October 20, from 4 - 8 p.m. to carve pumpkins and make decorations for the festivities.

For more information about volunteering, call 412-422-6538.

26 runners maintain perfect record of running all 32 races

Thousands of racers - including 26 "Perfect Great Racers" - took to the streets of Pittsburgh on Sunday for the 32nd running of the Richard S. Caliguiri City of Pittsburgh Great Race.

The 26 men have participated in - and finished - every Great Race, starting back on Sept. 25, 1977.

The order of finish for this group of 26 "Perfect Great Racers" was Costello…and Abbott (Bob Costello at 42:53 and Tom Abbott at 43:19)

The following 26 individuals have participated in - and finished - The Great Race for each of the past 32 years (1977 - 2009)*.

* 2003 race cancelled

On Sunday, September 27, thousands of runners and walkers took to the streets of Pittsburgh for the 32nd running of the Richard S. Caliguiri City of Pittsburgh Great Race presented by Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield. A total of 12,788 individuals registered for the race - 8,292 for the10K run and 4,496 registered for the 5K run/walk - making it the second largest field in the race's history. (Record of 12,807 set in 1987).

In the 10K open division, Andrew Carnes, 22, of Canton, Ohio, was the winner in the men's competition with a time of 30:35. Mary Gill, 29, of Carrboro, North Carolina, was the winner in the women's competition with a time of 35:59.

In the 5K competition, Ryan Anderson, 22, of Orchard Park, New York, won the male division with a time of 15:06. Stephanie Sproule, 42, of Wexford, Pennsylvania, won the female division with a time of 18:28.

In addition to presenting sponsor Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, 2009 Great Race sponsors are Dollar Bank, Allegheny General Hospital, Dick's Sporting Goods, Del Monte Foods, KDKA-TV, Q92.9, 96.9 BOB FM, Pittsburgh magazine, Port Authority, Southwest Airlines and ARAD.

For additional race details, visit www.RunGreatRace.com.

Again this year, The Great Race - taking place on Sunday, September 27 - is placing a top priority on practicing environmental stewardship and expanding its effort to "grow greener."

"The Great Race remains Pennsylvania's largest 10K, so we look to set an excellent example for all races in the Commonwealth," said Mayor Luke Ravenstahl. "Our green initiative involves everything from collecting plastic containers and orange peels at the finish line to encouraging race participants to car pool. We were extremely pleased with the outcome of our efforts in 2008, and we're expanding our ‘green' initiative this year."

Last year the Richard S. Caliguiri City of Pittsburgh Great Race presented by Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield - which attracted more than 11,500 participants - partnered with the Pennsylvania Resources Council and City of Pittsburgh Recycling Division to create a "Green Team" presence. The "Green Team" gathered more than 900 pounds of orange and banana peels to become compost and collected more than 8,000 plastic water bottles. The team also collected 10 cubic yards of cardboard - the majority from boxes used to deliver refreshments or items for the runners' packets. Other effort also included printing race applications on recycled paper using soy inks and recycling all leftover print materials.

In addition to repeating all "green" activities initiated last year, race organizers are introducing the following new activities in 2009:

• Installing a recycling station at the two-day Great Race Expo (collecting materials on site as well as educating participants about recycling/composting activities at Point State Park)
• Using compostable cups at all water stops along the 6.2-mile course route and recyclable cups at the start and finish lines
• Composting thousands of pasta salad containers/napkins/forks at finish line
• Substantially reducing the quantity of applications printed and increasing promotion of online registration (replaced early bird application with "save the date" postcard and decreased quantity of other print materials)

"While 2008 marked the first year for a partnership with PRC, The Great Race has always focused on the environment by doing things such as using shuttle buses to transport runners and walkers to the start line and encouraging online registration," said Race Director Mike Radley. "We're pleased to expand our efforts in 2009, and once again in the spring we'll plant trees along the Eliza Furnace Trail as an ongoing reminder of The Great Race's commitment to the environment."

In an effort to include and educate Pittsburgh youth in the upcoming G-20 Economic Summit being hosted in the City this week, Citiparks presents the G-20 International Children's Flag Project and Essay Contest. The Flag Project is a tool to help connect area students to this historic event as well as to enlarge their knowledge of our world neighbors.

The Flag Project can be downloaded from the Citiparks website, www.citiparks.net. The project consists of a coloring book with the flags of all 20 countries participating in the summit and educates participants on interesting facts about each country. Students are encouraged to observe the uniqueness and design of the flags, as they are meaningful to the countries that they represent.

The optional essay portion of the project asks how children would respond to the challenge of global poverty. Essays will be judged in three categories based upon grade level and is open to all City residents. Winning essayists will see their essays posted on the Citiparks website and will receive prizes including Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium passes, Schenley Park Skating Rink passes and Mellon Park Tennis Center gift certificates. All winners will receive a certificate of achievement.

Entries for the essay contest will be accepted through September 30, 2009 and can be submitted through the Citiparks website or mailed to:

Citiparks Office of Special Programs
City-County Building Room 462
414 Grant Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15219

Winners will be notified within two weeks of the contest deadline.

For more information contact the Citiparks Community Enrichment Program office at 412-665-3665.

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On Sunday morning, September 27, thousands of runners and walkers will take to the streets of Pittsburgh for the 32nd running of the Richard S. Caliguiri City of Pittsburgh Great Race presented by Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield.

The 10K run - which will begin at 9:30 a.m. on Beechwood Blvd. in Frick Park - will follow a predominantly downhill course along Fifth Avenue and the Blvd. of the Allies to Point State Park in downtown Pittsburgh. A 5K run and walk - beginning at 8:30 a.m. - will start at Fifth Avenue and Atwood Street in Oakland and follow the same route as the 10K to the finish line.

Race organizers have announced the following schedule of street closings for Sunday morning, September 27:

ZONE A
Start Line at Beechwood Blvd. to Forbes and Morewood avenues will close to traffic at 8:30 a.m. and open at approximately 9:45 a.m.

ZONE B
Forbes and Morewood avenues to Fifth Avenue and Bigelow Blvd. will close to traffic at 8:30 a.m. and open at approximately 10:30 a.m.

ZONE C
Fifth Avenue and Bigelow Blvd. to Fifth Avenue at Boulevard of the Allies Slip Ramp will close to traffic at 7:00 a.m. and open at approximately 10:30 a.m.

ZONE D
Boulevard of the Allies to Wood Street to Ft. Pitt Blvd. to Commonwealth Place will close to traffic at 7:00 a.m. and open at approximately 11 a.m.

FINISH LINE
Commonwealth Place Curb Lane (southbound lane closest to the park between Liberty Ave. and Ft. Duquesne Blvd.) will close to traffic at 7 p.m. on Friday, September 25, and reopen at 3 p.m. on Sunday, September 27. Total southbound lane closure to begin at 8 a.m. on Saturday, September 26, and end at 3 p.m. on Sunday, September 27.

PLEASE NOTE:
"Great Race Week" will kick off on Sunday, September 20, with the Dollar Bank Junior Great Race in Point State Park. As a result, Ft. Duquesne Blvd. (between Commonwealth Place and Sixth Street) and Commonwealth Place (between Liberty Ave. and Ft. Duquesne Blvd.) will be closed to traffic on Sunday, September 20, between 11:55 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Citiparks State Games participants received individual proclamations on September 10, 2009.

Mayor Luke Ravenstahl announced today that the City's Department of Parks and Recreation (Citiparks) has added the Child and Adult Care Afterschool Feeding Program (CACFP) to its 10 Community Recreation Centers located throughout the greater Pittsburgh area. Beginning September 8, 2009, each of the qualified sites will provide a free and healthy, hot meal to school age children (kindergarten up to 18 years old). The meals will be available at the centers between 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. [ Mayor's Press Release ]