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City of Bridges New Housing Development 4924-26 Broad Street Meeting Summary City of Bridges Community Land Trust (CBLCT) was present with their architect to discuss their plans for two, semi-detached, single-family homes that they wish to build on two city-owned parcels in the 4900 block of Broad Street. The site sits midway between N. Millvale Ave. and N. Winebiddle St. CBLCT is in need of a variance for the project because semi-detached houses do not comply with the zoning classification for the site, which is R-1. The homes will consist of three stories, with three bedrooms and 1 ½ baths, [...]

The BGC is seeking a Community Engagement & Planning Specialist to join our team! Position Overview Reports to: Chief Operations Officer The Community Engagement & Planning Specialist serves as a primary point of contact for residents, property and business owners, government officials, and representatives of other public and private institutions who seek the engagement of the BGC, or desire involvement with the organization in pursuing improvement in the social, economic or physical environment of the community. Responsibilities & Duties ➢ Administer programs, projects, and other activities that are consistent with the BGC’s goals and objectives to improve the quality of [...]

The Real Estate Co-Powerment Series is a series of courses, offered by Omicelo Cares & Neighborhood Allies, that is into demystify the real estate development process. We hope you can join us for this awesome Real Estate series!!! It is only $50 with a letter from the BGC. Garfield (October 26 - December 16, no class during Thanksgiving week) from 6-8pm. More info below! Through class instruction, coaching and mentorship, our goal is to demonstrate how community members, organizations, and small business owners can participate and benefit from their own neighborhood revitalization. Please note that there are only 25 available [...]

Module Building Houses on Rosetta St? We want to know what you think about it! Tuesday July 27th at 6pm via Zoom email Nina@bloomfield-garfield.org to register for link Community discussion on the single-family housing development that Module Housing would like to build in the 5100 block of Rosetta St. With nine city-owned lots to be folded into this project. The U.R.A will be present and is interested in hearing depth of community support for this project.

Garfield Getdown Community Field Day! Activities for all ages with BOOM Concepts, Bloomfield-Garfield Corporation, Garfield Gators, and other Community Partners! NOON-6PM at 5101 Hillcrest st -Fort Pitt Field Garfield Getdown Schedule All Ages Sports Activities! • Noon-1pm Line dancing with Roland Ford • Noon-1pm Yoga with Peace of Time Wellness • 1pm-2pm Catch • 1pm-2pm Kickball • 2pm-3pm Dodge Ball • 3pm-4pm Basketball Main Event! 4pm-6pm Professional Wrestling Match with Ryse Wrestling Partner Activities Noon- 4pm: • Food with the Garfield Gators Cheerleaders – Gatorettes • Assemble- crafts for all ages • Garfield Land Trust- information & more • Professional [...]

Unblurred First Friday Art Crawl is Back in Person!!! Painted cars, performances, mixed media in windows, neon lights, giant paintings, fiber arts, photography and more! May brings the return of in real life Unblurred First Friday Art Crawl. Spring back into things with some outdoor and socially distance indoor art experiences. Irma Freeman Center for Imagination will have the Fiber Arts Guild from 6:30-9:30 and will be open for walk ins as will The International Children’s Art Gallery. Most Wanted Car Club will be on the Corner of Winebiddle with Art Cars. Spak & Taquitos will both be open for [...]

Spring into Fun: Saturday May 1, 2021 | Noon-4pm  Location: Pittsburgh Glass Center (parking lot) 5472 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206 Join us for a fun filled day outside! Celebrate Arbor Day weekend with nature and art with the Penn Ave Arts & Commercial District! A variety of groups will have tables and activities for all ages to enjoy. Bloomfield-Garfield Corporation shines the sun on the Garfield Greenzone with tote bag giveaway for kids with maps and activities to get involved in the community. Use the bag to go on an adventure and gather giveaways from other participating groups. Reading [...]