City Councilmember Barb Warwick

Night of the Living Compost is back Saturday, Oct 24, 5:30 to 8:30 PM at the Hazelwood Food Recycling Site, 4501 Sylvan Ave! It's the fifth annual Halloween fundraiser for the site that has turned 100,000 lbs of food scraps into soil in a year. RSVP in advance: luma.com/q9dvu5q2

Today is White Cane Day-- Let’s talk about making Pittsburgh’s streets safer and more welcoming for people who are blind or have low vision. Small actions can make a big difference! https://bikepgh.org/2026/03/02/visability-interview-navigating-pittsburgh-blind/

On Oct. 22 at 5pm, learn about the conceptual design for artwork for the BioForge building at Hazelwood Green. The artists will have samples of the materials and talk about their creative process. The event is free to attend! Questions? Contact Edith at edithabeyta@gmail.com or 412-295-1795.

On October 21 at 6pm, the URA will host a public meeting for the community to hear an update about the Swisshelm Park Solar Remediation Project. The URA will go over the last steps of remediation and where we go from here. To join, go to buff.ly/ZLedmNF and click "Join Zoom Meeting."

Join Rent Help PGH on Wednesday, October 14 at the Waterfront for the One Roof Housing Resource Fair, bringing housing, legal, employment, education, health care, and other resources together in one place for Allegheny County residents!

Today, Pittsburgh City Council approved a Will of Council submitted by Councilmember Warwick, urging Duquesne Light Company to return to the bargaining table in good faith to ensure IBEW Local 29 workers receive a fair contract:

Age-Friendly Greater Pittsburgh is hosting an upcoming Listening Session in Hazelwood for neighbors of all ages, in partnership with the Carnegie Library. Participants will be asked what makes your community a good place for all ages and how connected you feel to neighbors. Refreshments provided!

Our latest newsletter has dropped, featuring updates on the beginning of budget season, utility coordination, D5 park and traffic calming projects, and more! Read it here: buff.ly/ieM2Rq6

DPW has finished construction on the lower shelter in McBride Park, and it’s time to celebrate! The 31st Ward Community Action Group will host a re-opening celebration on Saturday October 3 from 12pm-2pm. Come on out to enjoy refreshments and the shelter upgrades with the 31st Ward community!

Join Pittsburgh's LGBTQIA+ Commission on Oct. 11 at Schenley Plaza for the 2nd annual OUTfest, a family-friendly event celebrating our LGBTQIA+ community. Meet local organizations and City departments supporting the community, as well as enjoy entertainment, fitness classes, and games, and crafts!

This Saturday, come out for the final Squirrel Hill Night Market of the year! Enjoy an evening of local shopping, delicious food, and live entertainment from 6pm-10pm along Murray Ave. between Forbes and Beacon.

Join CitiParks on Saturday September 26 from 10am-1pm for its *RESCHEDULED* 25th Annual Alphabet Trail and Tales! We’ll be celebrating the best in children's books, interactive story sets, art, music, games, and fun for the whole family at Blue Slide Playground in Frick Park.

The District 5 office wishes all those observing Yom Kippur an easy fast and a day of reflection and renewal!

The tenth annual Garbage Olympics will be held this Saturday, Sept 19th! The citywide competitive cleanup will be from 9AM-11AM, with the closing ceremony taking place at Spirit (242 51st Street) from 12–2 PM. Register here to join the competition and support your neighborhood: www.pghgo.org

Join the Mon Water Project and neighborhood organizations for a four-part workshop tour: 4 Mile Run 4 Watershed-Wide Workshops on Water! This workshop series moves down our watershed, from Oakland to Squirrel Hill to Greenfield to Hazelwood. RSVP for tomorrow's workshop here: buff.ly/kZ06ahl

The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh - Hazelwood branch is hosting a Technical, Educational, and Vocational (TEV) Fair for teens to plan for their future with local schools from around the Pittsburgh area! The fair will be held this Thursday, September 17th, from 5pm to 7:30pm at CLP Hazelwood.

Shana Tova! Best wishes for a happy and healthy new year to all who are celebrating.

The District 5 office will be closed on Monday 9/7 in observance of Labor Day. We’ll be back on Tuesday, 9/8. Stay safe and enjoy the holiday!

PGH2050, the citywide comprehensive plan to re-shape Pittsburgh’s future, is in the final stages of development! Throughout September, the Department of City Planning (DCP) will be hosting the final public workshops to review the draft plan. Learn more and find workshop details at pgh2050.com

Our latest newsletter has dropped, featuring updates on PRT's latest busline proposal, dog safety in District 5, the City's new Automated Red Light Enforcement program, and more! Read it here: mailchi.mp/pittsburghpa...

The Garbage Olympics will be back for their tenth anniversary on September 19, 2026! Every year, neighborhoods compete against each other in a high-stakes race to pick up the most litter and beautify our communities. Register as a volunteer or start a neighborhood team here: buff.ly/dbUjAGB

After nearly three years of planning and more than 20,000 comments from the public, PRT has released its Proposed Final Network and opened the formal public comment period. To learn more and voice your comments, visit the Bus Line Refresh website at buff.ly/CpporcR.

Greenfield’s Annual Yard Sale is back on Saturday, August 29, from 8 a.m.–3 p.m.! Shop dozens of vendors at Greenfield Elementary School, connect with neighbors, and support local businesses. Learn more and find a map of participating addresses at buff.ly/pVAF797

On Saturday, August 22, St. John the Evangelist Baptist Church and Primary Care Health Services are partnering to host a Community Wellness Event. Join us at St. John from 10am to 1pm for family-friendly fun while learning about wellness resources and fellowship opportunities in your community.

Join the 10.27 Healing Partnership on August 19 from 5:30–7:30 p.m. at Levinson Hall in the Jewish Community Center for a public town hall on the future of the Tree of Life site. Learn what to expect at the corner of Wilkins Ave. RSVP requested: jccpgh.formstack.com/forms/townhalltol

Join JADA House International for the 11th Annual Back-to-School Blast Off on Saturday, August 15, from 2–5:30 p.m. at New Steeler Fields! Students can receive free backpacks and school supplies while families enjoy free food, activities, a live DJ, health screenings, and more.

:: LAST CALL to share your experiences :: The City’s State of Mobility & Safety Perception Survey closes this week (Aug. 7) -- Take the survey now for a chance to win a gift card! https://bikepgh.org/2026/05/19/take-the-citys-state-of-mobility-safety-perception-survey/

This Friday, August 7, Hazelwood Local is hosting a free outdoor screening of Clue at Hazelwood Green! The plaza will open at 6:30 pm, and the movie will begin at 7:30 pm. Arrive early to secure your spot, enjoy complimentary popcorn, and settle in for a night of mystery. This event is for ages 21+.

Our July newsletter is here, featuring updates on funding for the Burgwin Recreation Center, the annual search for Pittsburgh’s 113th Christmas Tree, and plenty of upcoming events to enjoy as summer continues. Read it here: buff.ly/1SOguPo

Cinema in the Park has returned to District 5 this summer! Join us at McBride Park on Monday, July 27, for A Minecraft Movie and at Bud Hammer Field on Thursday, August 20, for Lilo & Stitch. Movies begin at sunset. Check @PGHEventsOffice for weather updates.

The Greenfield Summer Block Party is back on Saturday, July 25! Join your neighbors from 3–7 p.m. at Mondays (563 Greenfield Ave.) to browse local arts vendors, enjoy great food, meet new people, and celebrate the Greenfield community.

🟪CODE PURPLE — Very Unhealthy air quality today, Fri 7/17. DEP issued the alert as wildfire smoke continues. Sensitive groups: avoid all outdoor activity. Everyone: avoid long/intense outdoor activity. Thanks to ACHD for invoking the Mon Valley Rule, cutting polluter emissions.

Join the Swisshelm Park Community Center on July 18 from 5-8 p.m. for an evening of fun, community dinner, and bridge-themed activities. RSVP using the QR code above, or go to buff.ly/Gt2RRrU, for discounted tickets and more information about the Bridge Party.

Join REACH for a Community Cookout at the 4700 block of Chatsworth St. on Friday, July 17! There will be food, games, and community resources available. Come out between 5-8 p.m. to enjoy a free evening of fun with your neighbors.

The 376 Parkway closure during the Commercial St. Bridge replacement will begin tonight at 9pm! Per PennDOT, you can use their specialized 511PA page for real-time traffic conditions, detour maps with travel times, live cameras & more: buff.ly/onjg3XF Plan ahead, allow extra time & travel safely!

The Neighborhood Economic Development (NED) Grant is open through July 31 at 5 p.m. Eligible nonprofits can apply for up to $40,000 for economic development projects in qualifying Pittsburgh census tracts. Learn more and register for Q&A sessions: buff.ly/c9FRZOg