WHAT ’ S NEWS IN WOODLAND HILLS
THRIVAL INNOVATION + MUSIC FESTIVAL
What do you get when you combine a week of innovation-focused programs featuring thought leaders , cutting edge technology , new ideas and forward thinking approaches to 21st century challenges punctuated by a weekend concert featuring some of the best emerging national music acts and top-tier headliners ? Thrival — an initiative of Thrill Mill , Inc ., a Pittsburgh-based 501c3 nonprofit that serves as an incubator and accelerator for early stage entrepreneurs .
The Thrival Innovation + Music Festival is a dynamic , inclusive platform for advancing forward-thinking ideas and showcasing groundbreaking musical talent in order to further establish a culture of innovation , entrepreneurship and creative energy in the Pittsburgh region .
This year ’ s festival took place from Sept . 20 through 23 at various locations in Rankin , Swissvale and Downtown Pittsburgh . Sponsors included Grey Area Productions , Carrie Furnaces Rivers of Steel National Heritage Area , UPMC Enterprises , and featured sponsor Peoples Natural Gas .
All proceeds from Thrival Innovation + Music Festival support the operations of Thrill Mill , Inc ., its start-up teams and its mission to build , foster and sustain Pittsburgh ’ s culture of innovation and entrepreneurship .
For more information , search Thrival Festival on Facebook or @ ThrivalFestival on Twitter .
FOREST HILLS DOG PARK UPDATE
The first phase of the Forest Hills Dog Park is very close to becoming a reality . There were some exciting developments over the summer . Thanks to community support , the project has raised just over $ 14,000 in generous community contributions .
The total cost of Phase 1 is estimated to be $ 45,000 . In June , a state grant was awarded that will allow Phase 1 of the project to move forward . That paperwork and the bidding process worked its way through the county and borough council .
Currently , the borough engineer is preparing the project for bid , and bids have been advertised as of Sept . 19 . Bids were opened at a Council of Government meeting in Turtle Creek on Oct . 6 and were then reviewed by the Forest Hills Council on Oct . 11 .
Pending contractor schedules and weather , construction could get underway in November .
Support the Dog Park Effort with a Donation Today
Have you made your contribution yet ? Donations are being accepted online via GoFundMe and via mail with a check to the borough . Your support is critical for establishing the Dog Park . All donations to are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law . Gifts of $ 500 + will receive recognition on a donor wall within the park .
Donate by Check Information : Please make check payable to Borough of Forest Hills and note Dog Park in the memo of the check . Mail payment to : Borough of Forest Hills Dog Park , 2071 Ardmore Blvd ., Pittsburgh , PA 15221
BRADDOCK BOROUGH AND TWO EMPLOYERS COMMIT TO ‘ LIVE WELL ALLEGHENY ’
The Allegheny County Health Department ( ACHD ) announced that the Borough of Braddock is one of the latest to receive designation as a “ Live Well Allegheny ” community . The announcement was made as part of this year ’ s Braddock Community Day .
“ Live Well Allegheny encourages people to make changes where they live and work that will impact their health ,” says Dr . Karen Hacker , Director of the Allegheny County Health Department . “ I commend the newest members of Live Well Allegheny that are contributing to a healthier Allegheny County .”
The Borough of Braddock hosted its annual community day at the intersection of Braddock Avenue and Library Street . In addition to visiting with representatives of the health department , attendees could also participate in Zumba , cardio boot camps , children ’ s games and a parade .
“ We are thrilled to have another community join our effort to become a healthier county ,” says County Executive Rich Fitzgerald . “ With the commitment from Braddock , we now have 26 municipalities actively working with the county to help their residents become healthier .”
“ I ’ m very proud that Braddock has joined this effort , and that the announcement of the commitment was made in such a public way as part of its Community Day celebration ,” says Dr . Charles Martoni , the District 8 Allegheny County Council Member . “ Braddock is the fourth municipality in my district to help us become a healthier county , and we are grateful for their efforts .”
The borough has already set a strong example for how a community can help its residents become healthier .
“ The health of our residents is a priority . We host a 2-acre urban farm with Grow Pittsburgh to promote access to fresh produce and our Red Lantern Bike Shop provides kids free bicycles and repairs to encourage physical activity . I am excited that we are part of Live Well Allegheny as it is great partnership to foster a healthy community in Braddock ,” says Mayor John Fetterman .
The event also provided an opportunity to announce that two more organizations have become part of the Live Well Allegheny Workplaces effort : Rankin Christian Center and Virtual Officeware ( DE ) LLC .
Live Well Allegheny was launched in Jan . 2014 as a comprehensive , innovative strategy on wellness that embraces a broad concept of living well to include physical health , mental wellness , personal and community safety , prevention and preparedness and much more . The effort is being led by the Board of Health and Health Department Director Dr . Karen Hacker . n
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