A Happy 4th at Magee Pool
A Big Thank You to the lifeguards and staff at Magee Pool for their annual Fourth of July water carnival.
Pool patrons were treated to free hot dogs, drinks and chips, and all the kids competed for prizes in water-themed games. The kids received Rita’s Italian Ice and bags of candy as they exited.
The event traditionally wraps up with the chance to throw a whipped cream pie plate at the lifeguards.
Thank you to the lifeguards, staff and head guard Hanna Marrone.
(photos by Mary Ann Hatala)
Greenfield Received 2018 BOB Award
Old news but good news.
In May, Greenfield received the 2018 “Neighborhood of the Year” Bob Award from the City of Pittsburgh’s Clean Pittsburgh Commission.
Since 2008, the Clean Pittsburgh Commission has held an annual Meet n Greet Mixer and Bob Awards to recognize the great local neighborhood leaders who go above and beyond to make their communities a better place to live through clean-up events and litter prevention education in City neighborhoods
The awards, named for former Mayor Bob O’Connor, are given for Volunteer of Year, Neighborhood of the Year, and Leader of Year.
Greenfield was nominated for all the great stuff our volunteers have done in recent years including the Greenfield Bridge/Portal, Murals, Gardens, Clean-ups and Painting, Signage, etc.
The award was presented by our City Council Representative Corey O’Connor & Mrs. O’Connor. They gave Greenfield excellent words of praise.
This is the 2nd time Greenfield has received the Bob Award award. Good job everyone, and congratulations, Greenfield!
Fun At The Greenfield Glide
Everyone had fun at the Greenfield Glide on Sunday June 3, 2018 in Schenley Park. Here are some photos from Patrick Hassett.
Ronald Street Planting: Photos From May 19
Intrepid volunteers turned out to plant the Ronald Street garden on Saturday May 19, 2018. Photos by Annette Wood.
In The Run: Watershed and Mobility Meeting, May 22
Learn about mobility and infrastructure updates that affect The Run at a public meeting to be held by the Mon-Oakland Mobility Plan partners: City of Pittsburgh Dept of Mobility and Infrastructure (DOMI), PWSA, URA and Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy.
Date: Tuesday, May 22, 2018
Time: 6-8pm
Location: International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE)
300 Saline St, Pittsburgh, PA 15207
Hear about findings from the mobility study examining the logistics of the proposed micro-transit connection and meet the consultant team that has been selected to engineer the green infrastructure project in Four Mile Run. Please plan to attend to offer comments and suggestions.
Find out more by visiting mon-oaklandmobility.com or by emailing 4milerun.mobility@pittsburghpa.gov.
Sprucing Up The Neighborhood

GCA volunteers help clean up in The Run, 14 April 2018
The weather was great last Saturday when volunteers helped outdoors at the annual GCA Spring Cleanup on April 14, 2018.
The cleanup focused on three areas: The Run, Magee Field, and the garden at Ronald Street. Here are David Cashmere’s photos from our very busy day.
Above, all ages participated in The Run. Below, the Magee Field cleanup crew pauses for a photo.

Cleanup crew at Magee Field, 14 April 2018
Weeding the Ronald Street garden took a long time but was well worth it.

Weeding at Ronald Street garden, 14 April 2018

Weeding at Ronald Street garden, 14 April 2018
Meanwhile, trees were being planted at the new Hassett Park next to the Greenfield Bridge. The park’s namesake, Patrick Hassett, was on hand to watch.

Hassett Park, 14 April 2018: Patrick Hassett is on hand while trees go in.
Here’s Pat (on the left) and David Cashmere with the park behind them.

Patrick Hassett and David Cashmere at Hassett Park, 14 April 2018
Thank You to everyone! The neighborhood looks great.
(photos by David Cashmere)
Spring Planting Events in May
GREENFIELD COMMUNITY GARDEN SPRING PLANTINGS
It’s spring planting season! Here’s your chance to help beautify Greenfield.
Join the GCA Public Spaces Stewardship Committee and your fellow neighbors for our annual Spring Plantings. We’ll provide the tools and plants. All you need to do is show up.
TWO EVENTS!
Saturday, May 12, 2018, 9:00am – 12:00pm at the Irvine Street Garden.
This garden is at Greenfield’s western gateway on the corner of Greenfield Ave and Irvine Street.
Saturday, May 19, 2018, 9:00am – 12:00pm at the Ronald Street Garden.
Located at the corner of Greenfield Avenue and Ronald Street, it’s right next to Rialto’s Pizza. Bonus for volunteers at this planting: Pizza will be provided following the planting.
For further information, comments or questions please email us at publicspace@gcapgh.org.
Greenfield Glide Registration is Open
36th Anniversary
Greenfield Glide 5k Run/Walk
Sunday, June 3, 2018
Start: 8:30a.m
Schenley Park Overlook
Sign up today at www.GreenfieldGlide.com
Post-Race Raffle and Picnic for all registered runners and walkers!
Many Fantastic Raffle Prizes including a 40 inch HD TV!
Picnic includes hamburgers, hot dogs, veggie burgers and beverages.
Volunteers needed! Contact Mary Ann Hatala at glide@gcapgh.org
Proceeds support the activities of the Greenfield Community Association and Magee Recreation Center.
Download the flyer here.
Spring Cleanups, April 14
SAVE THE DATE! Saturday, April 14
Get ready for the Greenfield Spring Cleanups. Join your neighbors at Magee Field and down in The Run to keep Greenfield beautiful.
WHEN: Saturday, April 14, 9:00am – 1:00pm
WHERE: Two locations to choose from! Magee Field (Lot by basketball courts) -and- The Run (The Playground)
WHAT: Please join the GCA Public Spaces Stewardship Committee and your neighbors for our annual Spring Cleanup. We will meet at the two locations listed above, then disperse throughout the neighborhood.
For further information, comments or questions please email us at publicspace@gcapgh.org.