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Sampsonia Way Magazine returns By Nick Eustis Springtime in Pittsburgh has returned, and with the warm weather and budding blossoms comes new life in all varieties. In Pittsburgh’s writing scene, spring has also seen a notable rebirth. Starting at the beginning of April, Sampsonia Way Magazine On March 28, City Council District 1 hopefuls Mark Brentley Sr., Councilwoman Darlene Harris, and Bobby Wilson gathered at HIP at the Flashlight Factory in Allegheny West for the North Side/Shore Chamber of Commerce forum. The Northside Chronicle live tweeted the event. Full story on Page 4.

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Student writers from the University of Pittsburgh have revived Sampsonia Way Magazine under the guidance of Professor Timothy Maddocks.

officially resumed publishing new content after going on hiatus in the summer of 2018. Sampsonia Way is the in-house magazine for Northside-based City of Asylum, a nonprofit that provides shelter for writers under persecution. Sampsonia Way was founded by former Director of City of Asylum, Silvia Duarte, in 2009, with the goal of giving City of Asylum’s writers-in-residence an online space to publish. “The division for Sampsonia See Sampsonia, Page 21

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Kevin Carter, left, and Devon Taliaferro, right, are Northsiders running for Pittsburgh School Board in Districts 8 and 2, respectively. Carter is running unopposed. Read more about Taliaferro on Page 14. Photo of Taliaferro by Austin Evans, C4 Digital Media

PRIMARY ELECTION MAY 21 Roger Humphries on a life built around music By Atiya Irvin-Mitchell When you meet Roger Humphries, you meet someone completely at ease. His older brother taught him to play his signature instrument, the drums, before he turned five. Humphries has never known a life without music. “I had support from my whole family about my music,” he remembers.

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A drummer, teacher, recording artist, leader of the self-titled band RH Factor, and as of this February, the Northside’s Mardi Gras King, Roger Humphries has built his life around music. A native Northsider, Humphries became a professional at age 14 and achieved considerable accolades within the City of Pittsburgh, playing jazz clubs and leading an ensemble at Carnegie Hall at age 16.

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Humphries left the “Steel City” in 1962 to pursue his music career. He joined the Horace Silver Quintet, toured Europe with the band twice, and played at the Monterey Jazz Festival. The 75-year-old cultivated his place in the world of jazz by playing with the likes of Grant Green and Ray Charles. Humphries fondly remembers Charles as a kind man and excellent See Humphries, Page 5

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Brightwood Community Emergency Response Shelter 3rd Thursday, monthly, 6 p.m. 3219 Central Ave. California-Kirkbride Blockwatch 3rd Thursday, monthly, 7 p.m. 1601 Brighton Rd., 3rd floor California-Kirkbride Neighbors 2nd Thursday, monthly, 7 p.m. 1601 Brighton Rd., 3rd floor 412.758.3898

Honky-Tonk Jukebox takes place on the third Saturday of every month at the Allegheny Elks Lodge #339 in Historic Deutschtown. Each performance, guest singers like Angela Autumn, pictured here third from left, join the #339 House Band, fronted by Jon Bindley, second from right.

Manchester Citizens Corporation Quarterly meetings, call for times MCC Center, 1319 Allegheny Ave. 412.323.1743 Manchester Public Safety Meeting Quarterly meetings, call for times Northside Leadership Conference 412.323.1743 Northside Rotary Club Every Friday, noon Cardello Building, 2nd Floor NS Coalition for Fair Housing Board 2nd Monday, monthly, 6:30 p.m. 1821 Brighton Rd. 412.321.5527 NS Coalition for Fair Housing Members Monthly, call for times 1821 Brighton Rd. 412.321.5521 Northside Leadership Conference Call to confirm 1st Wednesday, monthly, 6 p.m. MCC Center, 1319 Allegheny Ave. 412.231.4714 North Side Lions Club 2nd and 4th Tuesday, monthly, noon Max’s Allegheny Tavern

Central Northside Neighborhood Council 2nd Monday, monthly, 7 p.m. Allegheny Traditional Academy 412.231.7742

North Side Public Safety Council 1st Thursday, monthly, 5:30 p.m. 1319 Allegheny Ave. 1st floor meeting room 412.231.4714 ext. 201

Charles Street Area Council 1st Monday, monthly, call for times Pittsburgh Project, 2801 N. Charles St. 412.321.5567

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Community Alliance of Spring Garden/ East Deutschtown 2nd Tuesday, monthly, 6:30 p.m. Fuhrer Building of St. Michael’s Church 412.228.0376

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Deutschtown New Hope Council 3rd Thursday, monthly, 6:30 p.m. Community Center, 623 Suismon St.

The Promise Group Every other Tuesday, 6 p.m. Western Pa. Humane Society 412.321.1019

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Troy Hill Citizens Council March 8, June 6th, Sept. 12, Dec. 12. 1515 Tinsbury St. 412.321.2852

Fineview & Perry Hilltop Citizens Councils 4th Tuesday, monthly, 6 p.m. Contact for location info@ourfuturehilltop.org 412-238-7528

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Mexican War Streets Society 3rd Monday, bi-monthly, 6:30-7 p.m. 1400 Buena Vista St. 412.323.9030 Photo by Ashlee Green

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May Newsletter: Councilwoman Darlene Harris Hello fellow Northsiders! I hope everyone is finally enjoying the warm weather and the flowers that are beginning to grow. Take the time to go outside and enjoy the sun. Check out the local parks, especially East Commons Park with the display of the beautiful new fountain or even make your way down to PNC Park for a Pittsburgh Pirates baseball game! The first round of road pavings have begun and will continue throughout the summer. Make sure to check for road closures and detours. I know

having a newly paved road can be exciting, but please be sure to follow the traffic laws. Children are out playing in the summer weather and animals are spending more time outside, and we do not want to endanger them! \Please contact your local community groups with any questions regarding your neighborhood, and be sure to thank them for their help. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns at 412255-2135 or darlene.harris@pittsburghpa.gov. Darlene M. Harris, Councilwoman, District 1

Northside Public Safety Bulletin: Triple A’s As the warmer weather approaches, everyone will be enjoying the outdoors with activities, events and social gatherings. The Triple A’s can be a good reminder of precautions to keep in mind for your safety. First, AWARE. Always be aware of your surroundings. If you are alone, make sure you have a charged cell phone in case of an emergency. Second, ALERT. When you’re out in public areas, DO NOT impair your senses. It can make you a target for crime. Know who or what is behind you: People, animals, and unsupervised dogs can cross public streets or thoroughfares and become threats.

Third, ALARMED. Always be alarmed if something makes you feel uneasy. Remove yourself from the situation and if you see something that seems strange or out of character, say something. Alert anyone around you, whether it be public safety personnel, police or security, or fellow onlookers. If it turns out to be nothing, that’s great, but if it is something devious, you may have saved yourself or others from harm. Do not be shy to report anything: Better safe than sorry. Cops And Kids Summer Camp Program - The Pittsburgh Police Department is now accepting applications for kids between the ages of 8 to 12 who would like to take

advantage of this free program. There is limited space and transportation and meals are provided. Applications are on a first-come basis. All applications must be in no later than Friday, May 31. For more information, call the Youth Program at 412-323-7821 or 412-323-7853 or email PBP_ youthprograms@pittsburghpa.gov. This program delivers high quality experience grounded in guiding principles of character, community, and leadership while fostering positive relationships between youth and law enforcement officers. David Stacy is the president of the Northside Public Safety Council. (NPSC). Please contact the

Northside Public Safety Council for more information or details by phone at 412-321-0295 or via email: zone1psc@gmail.com. Regular NPSC meetings are held on the first Thursday of every month starting at 5:30 p.m. and located at the Manchester Citizens Corporation, 1319 Allegheny Ave., 15233.

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Chamber forum held at HIP at the Flashlight Factory By Ashlee Green

On March 28, City Council District 1 hopefuls Mark Brentley Sr., Bobby Wilson and Councilwoman Darlene Harris gathered at HIP at the Flashlight Factory in Allegheny West to answer questions about heritage, equity, and what they would each do with a $1 million grant in Pittsburgh's Northside. Around 50 people RSVPed for the event, and questions were posed by emcee Nick Bonesso, president of Avanti Consulting Group. Candidates and guests were welcomed to the space by Flashlight Factory owner Mitchell Schwartz. "The Northside's on fire," said Schwartz. "It's a real community over here and we love it." Gina Grone, executive director of the North Side/Shore Chamber of Commerce (NS/SCC) talked about the Chamber as a resource to help promote and enhance business activities on the Northside. She introduced Bonesso, who announced the evening's ground rules: Each candidate was allotted a three-minute opening statement, which was followed by a series of predetermined questions. Candidates were allowed a one-minute response to each question. A full

video streamed live at the event is now available from NS/SCC. In Councilwoman Harris' introduction, she focused on being in her 13th year on Pittsburgh's City Council and her continued dedication to the Northside. Brentley spoke of being born and raised in Northview Heights and the time he spent on the school board. Bobby Wilson talked about working as a medical researcher by day and raising his children on the same block where he grew up. When asked what they would each do with a $1 million grant, Wilson said he would finish the Garden Theatre project, while Brentley would build a small community panel to set prioritizes. Councilwoman Harris said she would give it to the neighborhoods that are not able receive CDBG grants and use it to fund reasonable, immediate needs like walking signs and security cameras. Other topics covered at the forum included economic developments, affordable housing, neighborhood blight, minority and women-owned businesses, and the Antwon Rose II case and verdict. Follow @nschronicle on Twitter and search the hashtag #HIPCityCouncil to see our complete live Twitter coverage of the event.

PWSA adds chemical to water to reduce lead The Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority (PWSA) is continuing to replace lead services lines throughout its service area. In an added effort to reduce lead levels in drinking water, on April 15, PWSA began to add orthophosphate to a second part of its distribution system. This area is the northern part of the City of Pittsburgh as well as the Borough of Millvale. Orthophosphate is a food-grade additive that forms a protective layer inside of lead service lines, creating a barrier between the lead pipes and the water flowing

through them. It is approved by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and used in water systems across the world, including sections of the City of Pittsburgh served by Pennsylvania American Water Company. PWSA’s lab technicians and engineers continuously monitor the system’s water quality to confirm its application throughout water pipes across the city. To learn more about lead in water and the PWSA’s 2019 lead line replacement program, visit lead.pgh2o.com.

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Humphries brought New York vibe back to Pittsburgh

Arts School (CAPA) and the UniFlitting from New York to New nual Jazz on the River Jazz/Salsa versity of Pittsburgh, respectively. Orleans and finally back home—in Boat Ride. chess player. “My school with music was al- fact, living across the street from the “My plans for the future are to “Growing up in the music world, ways studying at the nightclub with place where he was born and grew try to continue sharing the music and you think you’d never get the chance to play with him,” Humphries says. “But I did.” While, he considers his time on the road time well spent, what drew him back to Pittsburgh was his family. “I grew up in a large family and Photo by Ahmed Sandidge to me, family’s very important because you can’t go back and relive Teaching at Pittsburgh’s Creative something that you wanted to do,” and Performing Arts (CAPA) Humphries said. “Music is very im- School and the University of Pittsportant in life, but I wanted to take burgh, says Humphries, increased the vibe that I got in New York back his musical understanding. to Pittsburgh.” Photo by Ashlee Green Humphries was the youngest of other musicians and I didn’t know if Roger Humphries and The RH Factor Band playing at the Manchester 10 children. With four children and I’d be capable at first,” Humphries Academic Charter School (MACS) 20th Anniversary Celebration last a marriage to his wife, Regina, span- admits. “But I figured out I had year in the UPMC Club Lounge at Heinz Field. ning 55 years, he never regretted his something to share with the students decision to move back. When he and I enjoyed seeing them make up, Humphries has lived a fast- passing on the help that was given returned to Pittsburgh, Humphries progress and who they became in paced life. to me,” Humphries says. “There’s continued to find joy in performing, the music world.” Humphries seems to have no nothing like music. No matter what but his life as a musician took a difLooking back, Humphries says plans to slow down. He’s looking field you get into you can separate ferent tune: He became a teacher at his time teaching increased his un- forward to benefits, singing com- yourself from the world, just you Pittsburgh Creative and Performing derstanding of music. mitments with friends, and his an- and your music.” From Humphries, Page 1

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O’Ryan the O’Mazing talks career clowning and identity

it’s scary. “Most kids today barely recognize O’Ryan Arrowroot, known pro- Ronald McDonald,” says Arrowroot. fessionally as “O’Ryan the O’Maz- “Bozo? Not popular.” Through the ing,” is a living testament to the ben- F.I.N.E. art residency, he was able to efits of being weird in public. He’s get in touch with children, what their been a clown and circus performer for problems are and what they think over a decade, but his career picked is funny, as well as working to take up earlier this year when he met Jen- away the “scary clown” stigma. nifer George, the granddaughter of Clowning, he explains, is an anRube Goldberg, at the opening for the cient theater art, complete with a vawell-known cartoonist and inventor’s exhibit. It’s showcased at the Children’s Museum through May 5. Arrowroot had already been hired to do a number of events for the exhibit, including hat making workshops, but was uneasy about attending the opening soiree, so he showed up to the event at the museum dressed like a tree. PERSONAL INJURY | AUTO ACCIDENTS | MEDICAL MALPRACTICE “I’m really bad in groups of peoSLIP, TRIP & FALLS | CONSTRUCTION ACCIDENTS | EMPLOYER VIOLATIONS ple,” Arrowroot says. “I get social anxiety.” Deciding to go in character, Top Rated Injury Lawyers in Pittsburgh he says, is what made him stand out to George, who immediately introduced Top 50 Attorneys in Pittsburgh by Pittsburgh Magazine Photo by Clifton Loosier herself. She took Arrowroot into a Top Attorneys in Pennsylvania | Best Lawyers in America by room in the museum and showed O’Ryan Arrowroot is the Fresh Pittsburgh Magazine | Pittsburgh Best Lawyers | Best Lawyers in him her grandfather’s hat drawings, Innovative Nonstop ExpresAmerica | National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys (NAOPIA) | which led to a long conversation sion (F.I.N.E.) Artist at the ChilThe American Society of Legal Advocates | Pennsylvania Rising Stars about peculiar hats, and how she and dren’s Museum. His workshops by Philadelphia Super Lawyers | Pennsylvania Super Lawyers he could further work together. teach children to explore their “I was just like, ‘Man, thank god identity through clowning. I wore this tree suit or this would’ve just been awkward,” Arrowroot says riety of types of clowns. There is the with a laugh. clown blanc, or white clown, who At Goodrich & Geist, we believe there are 3 basic Arrowroot is the Fresh Innovative is sophisticated and serious, and the qualifications individuals seeking an attorney Nonstop Expression (F.I.N.E.) Artist red, or Auguste clown, who is the at the Children’s Museum from Feb- opposite: naive and clumsy. Arrowshould always look for: ruary to May 2019. At the beginning root’s favorite clown to talk about of his residency, he worked with the with children, though, is the hobo Children’s Museum’s research and clown, a take on the Auguste clown. development team to create a ques“The hobo clown does what tionnaire about clowns and identity. clowns are supposed to do: Clowns He did pop-up events at the museum, find problems and they struggle with handing out red noses to children problems. [They] reflect our proband asking them: “How old are you? lems back to us and help us laugh What’s your favorite game? Name a at them,” says Arrowroot. “A clown time that someone laughed at you and is trying to show the audience what it felt good. Name a time someone they feel without any words, without laughed at you and it felt bad. What any context. [A clown has] to make do clowns do? Can you name three them believe.” He cites Emmett Kelclowns?” He developed a curriculum ly’s “Weary Willie” character as one around what he learned. He found out the most memorable hobo clowns 3634 California Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15212 that today’s children have a limited of in American history. See O’Mazing, Page 29 idea of what a clown is—and mostly, 412.766.1455 | goodrichandgeist.com By Ashlee Green

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Pirates fans remain positive despite Home Opener loss the fans at PNC Park. People with wheelchairs, crutches, walker rollers, There was no joy for the Pitts- and others like myself with health setburgh Pirates on April 3 in the second backs enjoyed the rama of the game, game of their two-game set with the never knowing if the Pirates could Saint Louis Cardinals at PNC Park. come back. Generally, infielders have to catch The Pirates lost in the 11th inning to the Cardinals 5-4. Despite the team’s and throw the ball to get the runner By Ed Skirtich

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In the second game of their two-game set, the Pirates lost to the Saint Louis Cardinals 5-4. Find the full season schedule at mlb.com/pirates. loss, about 37,000 fans and I watched the game and saw many thrilling plays from the Pirates team. The game started strong with superb starting pitcher Chris Archer. Archer hrew five innings of shutout ball, making the Pirates lead the Cardinals 4-0. Archer’s enthusiasm and spirit carried to his teammates. First baseman Josh Bell, starting his third season on the Pirates, hit a fly ball and drove in the first run. Last year, third baseman Colin Moran hit a grand slam home run to be the opening hero. Her almost did it again with a solo home run in the bottom of the eighth inning, making the score tie at 5-5. A bright moment for Pirates relief pitching came when Francisco Liriano got three Cardinals batters out as they had the bases loaded. There were too many tragedies through, which ruined a great day for

out. Pitchers have to throw the ball so the catcher can catch it and it’s not a wild pitch. The Pirates are a major league team, so all of us signed and shook our heads with disbelief at their poor fielding and pitching. The Pirates were winning 5-4 and closing pitcher Felipe Vasquez needed to step it up to secure a victory for his team. He made a pitch that the Cardinals hit to tie the score at 5-5 in the ninth inning. Pirates veterans Francisco Cervelli and Starling Marte disappointed all Pirate fans with no clutch hitting. They both had a chance to be Opening Day heroes, but instead failed. I was quite devastated at the loss, but I gained valuable lessons about winning in life. Pirates fans, don’t give up hope: There are about 158 more games to play in the 2019 season. Let’s Go Bucs.

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Annual Northside house tours kick off this June in Observatory Hill Last year’s tour in Observatory Hill showcased the “Ins and Outs” of The annual Observatory Hill the neighborhood, including homes House Tour, the first Northside house like this one as well as outdoor spactour of the year, will take place on es. This year’s tour highlights historic June 2 from noon to 5 p.m. Acorn Hill.

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Last year’s tour in Observatory Hill showcased the “Ins and Outs” of the neighborhood, including homes like this one as well as outdoor spaces. This year’s tour highlights historic Acorn Hill. There will be two new tours as well: The East Northside House Tour on June 8 and the Allegheny West Tour and Tasting on June 21 and 22. This year’s tour, called “Observatory Hill in a Nutshell,” will highlight a historic part of the neighborhood called Acorn Hill, and starts a series of annual house tours throughout the Northside. Discounted tickets are available for pre-sale now at observatoryhill. net. Full-price tickets will be available on the day of the event. It begins at Riverview Presbyterian Church, located at 3505 Perrysville Ave., and there are 10 stops on the self-guided tour. Stops include homes, gardens, and landmarks. Tour guests can also enjoy local craft beer, spirit, and cider tastings along the route.

“Putting the house tour together is a challenge every year, and this year was no exception,” said Jeff Wagner, House Tour Committee Chair, in a press release. “But with the support of our neighborhood, it always comes together. We’re pleased and excited about what we have to offer on the tour this year.” Look out for two more house tours this June: The East Northside House Tour, taking place on Saturday, June 8 from 12 to 4 p.m., which features Troy Hill, Spring Garden, East Deutschtown and Spring Hill neighborhoods, and the Allegheny West Tour and Tasting on Friday, June 21 and Saturday, June 22.

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When a chef gets out of Pittsburgh, plates bowl over By Nikki Heckman

A few weeks back I had the opportunity to travel to California. Coming out of the winter was the perfect time to get away and refresh. This vision of California sun and kumquat trees was quick to disappear as we landed in a temperature that felt more like Pittsburgh. Even though the weather was slightly disheartening, the food was over the edge and extraordinary. Conscious Company Magazine invited us to a leaders forum in the heart of the redwood forest of Santa Cruz. The conversation was centered on creating business with purpose. The group included a wide diversity of mixed faiths and the message was riveting, however all I could focus on was the food! The oh so extraordinary amazing food! You see food has always been my passion. Food is central to every human encounter in my life. Noth-

ing happens without “did you eat yet?” When you combine a purposeful mission within your passion, it doesn’t get better than that! From my Christian faith perspective, Jesus was a carpenter by trade and he was doing his dad’s work while he built the bench and table. All the stuff I love to hear was being said around the forum table. Whole Foods former CEO and co-founder of The Container Store were those amidst engaged entrepreneurs talking about caring for people and our world through business... but all I could think about was ricotta toast! When I strolled past the sweet aroma of the fresh herb gardens into breakfast I was captivated.

As a chef I have been exposed to see the effect of my experience in multi-cultural foods my whole life, the daily menu of our Bistro To Go but this was different. This experi- Café. ence turned my thinking around. Chef Larry is preparing fresh grain bowls full of flavor and an array of simply delicious toppings. In June we will introduce our own version of my Californian breakfast with a little Pittsburgh comfort, in our café Monday-Friday. Summer in the Bistro courtyard Breakfast was a bowl of ancient with a flavorful bowl of wholesome grains, wood fired potatoes and ingredients. What better way to enroasted butternut squash, kale, steel joy sunny Pittsburgh! cut oats with varied toppings; a sprinkle of pepitas, cardamom seasoning mixed with chia, earthy granola, uncured bacon and fresh eggs, plus chilled fruit infused teas and waters. The rest of the day was fresh locally grown produce and meats Sponsored by: simply prepared with artisan ingredients that took me back to the heart of the Bistro mission twelve years ago. Fresh and local sustainable healthy lifestyles. I was hooked… and am back in Pittsburgh! You will

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Meet NS school board candidate, Devon Taliaferro way that it needs to be,” Taliaferro said, “which means we might have Trickle-down approaches can to rethink who needs to be in that be controversial in political dis- space to properly be able to implecourse. Restorative practices, which ment these types of things. Faculty were put in place in Pittsburgh and administration play a role in imschools in 2014 as alternatives to plementation and how the students

nity to learn, understand, and grow,” she said. “This generation of kids is our future, our doctors, our lawyers, our politicians, our community leaders and if we haven’t done them justice, then we need to take a step back and say, ‘What do we need to do?’” Taliaferro aims to address reading and writing skills within her district if elected. She believes illiteracy is problematic, and that something different must occur to see effective change. “By the time [the students] get to high school [they] still might not be able to [read and write],” she said. “Especially children of color, because the district is majority children of color, and that’s a problem.” Having strong, basic skills to survive post-graduation also plays a significant role in the future of the students, she explained. These individuals, she said, need to know how to balance a checkbook, read Photo courtesy of Pexels and write, and have conversations that help navigate students to sucNorthsider Devon Taliaferro is running for Pittsburgh School District cess. Board of Directors in District 2. She’s up against David Atkinson, Taliaferro reflects on her Nosakhere Griffin-El, and Kirk Rys. The primary is Tuesday, May 21. personal experiences as a pubthe use of disciplinary tools, are one lic school student in Wilkinsburg, example. as well as a mentor for students in Devon Taliaferro, resident of Pittsburgh Public Schools in order Historic Deutschtown and program to determine what the students in her coordinator and community engagedistrict need. Taliaferro is a parent ment specialist for Big Brothers and board president for Get Involved! Big Sisters, is running for Pittsburgh Inc., a leadership and development School District Board of Directors nonprofit to empower and educate in District 2. She’s running against students. She also won the New David Atkinson, Nosakhere GrifPittsburgh Women of Excellence fin-El, and Kirk Rys. According to Award as well as an award with the her, the school board needs to go Pittsburgh Circle of Courage last further than just implementing reyear. These awards reflect the type storative practices. of person Taliaferro became through According to the Pittsburgh her circumstances and experiences, Public Schools website, under the she said. restorative practices approach, “If we are listening to . . . supPhoto courtesy of Pexels teachers emphasize “affective stateporting, and empowering [the stuments” like, “I’m concerned that According to Taliaferro, faculty and administration play a role in how dents] ,then they will have opportuyou’re late for class again because I students understand diversity. “We’re representing students with a nities like these to be successful in must stop and re-teach a lesson that high population of children of color in the district,” she said. “But the their own ways.” the class has already heard. That is administrators and teachers don’t look like them.” The Northside is represented in not fair to you and everyone else,” School Board Districts 2, 8, and 9. instead of reprimanding them for understand diversity, according to whole community benefits. Find out more about Taliaferro and their behavior. Taliaferro. “I think that when you bring ev- meet all of the Pittsburgh School “The biggest battle is making “We’re representing students eryone together for the sake of the Board candidates at https://bit. sure it’s being implemented the with a high population of children children, everybody has an opportu- ly/2W8Qxbo. By Sophia Mastroianni

of color in the district,” she said. “But the administrators and teachers don’t look like them.” Taliaferro wants to focus on properly training administrators and teachers on diversity, equity, and illuminating implicit bias. However, she also recognizes the support that teachers need in order to properly do their job educating children. “Making sure all of [our] teachers have the support they need in the classroom goes back to addressing student disciplinary actions,” she said. Community involvement, she says, also plays a vital role for the students in the district. Incorporating local stakeholders, like volunteers, can help address initiatives that make for a strong community environment for the students. Taliaferro hopes to encourage community members to be a part of the conversation about education. For example, if a local restaurant owner gets involved by teaching students how to cook, those same students might want to work for the restaurant after graduation, and the

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What is LIFE Pittsburgh? Living Independence for the Elderly. A Program for All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE Program). Many of us wish to remain in our homes as we age, however we find with each year it is more difficult to coordinate all the medically necessary services to live safely in the community. LIFE Pittsburgh (PACE) may be the answer. LIFE Pittsburgh is part of the National program (PACE) for adults 55+ who have health needs that affect their daily lives. LIFE Pittsburgh provides a wide range of medical, social, recreational, and wellness services at no cost to eligible participants. The goal of LIFE Pittsburgh is to allow participants to live safely in their homes and/or community setting. Participants who enroll in the LIFE program, you receive all primary care and community services in one place—the Day Health Center. LIFE Pittsburgh provides an experienced team of health care and social service professionals to help create your individualized care plan and help you follow it. The Team is Interdisciplinary and is comprised of a professional team of Geriatric Doctors, Nurse Practitioners, Nurses, Social Workers, Occupational, and Physical Therapists, Mental Health Providers, Nutritionists and Recreational Therapists. Services include: Family Caregiver Support, Personal Care and Homemaking, Day Health Center for Meals and Recreation, In-Home Services, Transportation and Meals, Physical, Occupational and Recreational Therapies, Primary Health Care, Specialty Care including Podiatry, Dental, Optometry and Audiology, Prescription Drugs, Medical Supplies and Equipment, Emergency Care, and Hospital Care. To be eligible for LIFE Pittsburgh, a participant must: • Be 55 years of age or older • Reside in an area served by LIFE Pittsburgh • Be determined medically eligible • Be able to be safely served in the community • Be determined financially eligible or be able to privately pay To learn more about LIFE Pittsburgh, call 412-388-8050 for an explanation of the enrollment requirements, medical and financial eligibility process, or logon to www.lifepittsburgh. org.

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Each year, about 2,500 people die from a home fire. Fires affect many families everyday all over the country. The damages of home fires cost up to $7 billion per year. The best way to prevent injuries from fires is to ensure that there are proper smoke alarms in every home all over America. In the past five years, the American Red Cross has saved over 550 lives by putting smoke alarms in households. In the next five years, they are hoping to have a 25% reduction of injuries and deaths from home fires. The Red Cross has installed up to 25,000 smoke alarms in Pennsylvania alone and replaced almost 1,000 batteries. To create a safe house and community, every resident should test their smoke alarm every month to make sure it works. The batteries should be changed every 6 months. Children and elders are at the most risk during a home fire. Children should be able to recognize what a fire alarm sounds like and how to call 9-1-1. Make sure all lighters are child resistant and keep them out of reach from young kids. The Pittsburgh branch of the American Red Cross is offering free smoke alarm installations and programs to educate the youth about fire safety. If you need a smoke alarm, you can call 3-1-1 and set up a time for a volunteer to install a smoke alarm. In addition to the installation of a smoke alarm, a volunteer will also provide you with important fire safety education. Come to the Northside Farmer’s Market this summer to learn more about the American Red Cross’s fire prevention education to keep your friends and family safe!

The Northside Farmer’s Market is not only a great place to purchase fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, and cheese from local farmers, but to learn how to live a healthy lifestyle, specifically in the Northside. “The Place to Start” provides an opportunity to learn about the importance of yearly checkups, regular exercise, a balanced diet, and much more. It can be difficult to start the path to a healthier lifestyle, “The Place to Start” helps Northside families to take that first step, whether that be walking more, eating more vegetables, or visiting the doctor each year. In addition, many are unaware of some of the great resources in the Northside, including the Northside Christian Health Center, YMCA, Venture Outdoors, and Pittsburgh Black Nurses in Action among others. When the AGH – Northside Partnership started this program, “we did not want to do the usual health table with brochures, we wanted it to be active. Something to engage people to talk about their health and experience activities to improve their health.” Mark Fatla, Executive Director of the Northside Leadership Conference. Last summer, while children climbed the Rock-Climbing Wall set-up by Venture Outdoors and sponsored by the AGH Auxiliary, their parents were able to have their blood pressure checked and discuss their results with a nurse without the added pressure of an “appointment”. Not only were the children able to experience a different way of exercising, but the parents had an opportunity to discuss their health. Be on the lookout for “The Place to Start” health tent at the Farmer’s Market this summer. This outreach effort by the AGHNorthside Partnership will be offering a variety of free health events ranging from rock climbing to healthy cooking demonstrations. We are very excited to assist Northside families with adopting and adapting to a new healthy lifestyle in 2019. There will be local programs, organizations, free health screenings, food, and giveaways. We hope to see you there!

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Allegheny Commons Park, East Ohio St. & Cedar Ave. Fridays from 3-7PM Farmers’ Markets open May Photo by Ashlee Green 17th and run through November 22, 2019. All markets sell farm-fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, cheese and baked goods, plus flowers, small gifts and gardening items. For more information, call 412-255-2493 Flea Markets Hosted by FivePoints Business District of Observatory Hill

Sunday, June 23rd & Sunday, July 21st 9:00 am - 1:00 pm at the Perry High School Parking Lot Vendors, Sellers, Buyers, and Volunteers needed. Pre-purchase $25, day of event $35 per space; Previous participants can get a discount! Pay via Zelle or check.Email for more info: info@fivepointsbdohill.com www.fivepointsbdohill.org

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Tuesday, May 14, 2019 6:30 - 8:00 PM Perry High School, 3875 Perrysville Avenue https://mairdaleavenuemay2019.eventbrite.com Many Northside residents enjoy Riverview Park. But, when it rains, excess stormwater harms our sewer system, the park, and local water quality. Attend this meeting to learn how future stormwater improvements will benefit the park and improve capacity within our sewer system. Share ideas and provide input to shape its final design. www.pgh2o.com/woods-run This project will receive GROW Grant funding from ALCOSAN

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Magazine lives on thanks to students came to the English Department and asked if we would be interWay, the magazine, was to be a ested in helping run the magavirtual space that was the same zine, it just made sense to have From Sampsonia, Page 1

pitch ideas for the magazine. For instance, Medoff proposed reaching out to former City of Asylum writers and asking for

Tour & Tasting in Old Allegheny Friday, June 21st and Saturday June 22nd, 2019 The Allegheny West Civic Council (AWCC) is welcoming guests once again to enjoy the homes and gardens of historic Allegheny West on Pittsburgh’s Northside.

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This year, City of Asylum paired up with Pitt’s English Department to bring Sampsonia Way Magazine back to life. From left to right: John Ferri, Prachi Patel, Sarah Gross, Maggie Medoff, Mie DiFelice, Chloe Yoder, and Professor Tim Maddocks. as Sampsonia Way, the street, where their artists-in-residence live,” said Tim Maddocks, the magazine’s managing editor. The magazine published regularly starting in 2009 until the summer of 2018, when a sudden staffing change left Sampsonia Way rudderless. Duarte resigned from her position as director that year to return to her native Guatemala. Around the same time, former editor Abby Meinen departed to attend graduate school. This personnel shift left the magazine on an indefinite hiatus. That changed in late 2018, however, when City of Asylum reached out to the University of Pittsburgh for help to bring the magazine back to life. This was how Maddocks, an English professor at Pitt, found his way there. Many of the classes he taught focused on digital writing and journalism, so running Sampsonia Way was a natural fit for his undergraduate students. “When City of Asylum

one of my classes run it as a classroom,” Maddocks said. With that, Maddocks reached out to several former students who he thought might be interested in the project, and assembled a class of eight for the spring 2019 semester. While Maddocks serves as professor and managing editor of Sampsonia Way Magazine, he works together with his students to divide all the responsibilities of running the publication. According to student writer Maggie Medoff, each student had leeway to decide what job they wanted: public relations, social media, editing, etc. “The first day of class, we got together and talked about what roles we wanted to do,” Medoff said. “We all had a lot of freedom to choose the projects we wanted to take on, and in that way, it doesn’t really feel like a class. It just feels like we’re running a magazine.” Maddocks also encouraged his students to be creative and

Guest will have their palates delighted with small plates and perfectly paired wine pours. This year the tour committee is excited to spotlight the incredible selection of restaurants of Pittsburgh with focus on Northside establishments. “Tour & Tasting” continues to grow as one of the premier Pittsburgh experiences.

book recommendations. This idea is now running as a recurring series in Sampsonia Way Allegheny City, now Allegheny West once called “What Writers Are Readwas the home of “Millionaire’s Row”, one of ing.” Some of the work done by the most prestigious addresses in the country. Through the hard work of dedicated resithe student writers includes interviewing City of Asylum’s dents and proceeds from events like “Tour & writers-in-exile. Sampsonia Tasting”, Allegheny West continues to be a Way’s most recent published desired neighborhood and is able to preserve material includes an interview the significant history of the Northside. with Márcia Tiburi, a writer, artist, and political activist from Current Participating businesses for 2019: Brazil. Tiburi left Brazil shortly after the election of President Bier’s Pub Jair Bolsonaro, who is a conserBistro to Go vative often compared to Donald Trump. Brugge on North “Most excitedly, we have a Dreadnought Wines Q&A with Márcia Tiburi...who Lola Bistro spent three months at City of Refucilo Winery Asylum,” Maddocks said. “Be(Please check our website for updates) fore she left for Europe, she was able to sit down with one of our Tickets available on staff writers and tell her story of exile, and it’s so compelling.” Sampsonia Way is also feaInformation: tours@alleghenywest.org turing some of Tiburi’s own This is a 21 and over event writing alongside the Q&A. See Sampsonia, Page 24

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From Sampsonia, Page 21 “We have a translation of her writing into English, called ‘How to Talk to Fascists,’ and it’s like her English speaking debut. So it’s a big week for Sampsonia Photo by Lauren Stauffer Way,” Maddocks said. Varsity Track Maddocks will be District 8 qualifier races are Thursday, May 9th at 3PM at Oliver continuing his work High School and Saturday, May 11th at 10AM. PIAA Champion- with the magazine into ship @ Shippensburg University 9:00am on May 24th. the future, with the goal to recruit more writers, as well as art and computer science students, to help develop the magazine and its online presence. He also wants to develop an audio companion to the magazine. “We want to eventually begin a podcast series, because if we’re going to be sitting down, Photo by Lauren Stauffer having these great conCommodore’s Varsity Boys Schedule versations with writers, Boys Varsity Tennis we might as well throw 5/2/19: Tennis Doubles Champi- Perry Commodores varsity tennis team is undeafeted as of Pittsburgh onship @ Schenley Park 1PM Public Schools Athletic Department on some microphones,” 5/3/19: Tennis Doubles Champi- standings website from 4/25/2019. Maddocks said. onships @ Schenley Park 1PM Boys Varsity Volleyball Ultimately, despite 5/6/19: Westinghouse @ Perry 5/6/19: Perry @ Carrick 3:15PM 3:15PM 5/9/19: City League Championship @ the challenges involved, 5/8/19: District 8 Qualifier @ Carrick 3PM Sampsonia Way is a Schenley Park 3PM 5/21/19: PIAA Regionals @ TBD project Maddocks is de5/14/19: PIAA First Round @ 5PM 5/28/19: PIAA First Round @ TBD TBD 1PM termined to keep going, 5/24/19: PIAA Championship @ 6PM to benefit writers and Hershey 10AM readers alike. Middle School Soccer Standings “I think we’re doing Schiller school girl’s team Schiller school boy’s team very important, compelranked fifth out of the nine ranked sixth out of nine City City League teams with an League teams with an overall ling editorial work and overall two wins and three one win, one loss and one tie. interviews, and we’re losses. Allegheny Traditional Allegheny Traditional Acad- creating great content, Academy’s girls team ranked emy boy’s team ranked eigth but it’s great because ninths out of nine City out of nine with one win and it’s also a classroom,” League teams with an overall five losses. Maddocks said. “It kind zero wins and five losses. All standings recorded as of 4/25/2019 of gives us this great infrom the PPS Athletic Department cubator for learning, beFor more visit the Sports Section Online at ing creative and having www.nschronicle.com great ideas.”

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Job and Resource Fair Wednesday, May 8, 2019 2:00-5:00 p.m. Nova Place: Corridor Outside CoLab18 100 S. Commons, Pittsburgh, PA 15212 Bus lines 13 and 16; paid parking available

Meet with employers from a variety of industries, attend career development workshops, and connect with community service providers. For a full list of employers and service providers, visit:

www.goodwillswpa.org/jobfair2019 Provided by the City of Pittsburgh’s Northside Neighborhood Employment Center located at Northside Common Ministries, CoLab18, One Northside, and Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania.

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crafts and snack program at Carnegie Library’s Allegheny Branch on Federal Street. Check the Library’s calendar for upcoming dates.

Through Community Investment Program grants, Elks Lodges around the country support thousands of programs in their communities and beyond.

• In partnership with Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy, the East Allegheny Community Council, the Northside Leadership Conference, the Northside Chamber of Commerce, and Allegheny General Hospital, Allegheny Elks Lodge will be providing funding and volunteers for landscaping rehabilitation, spring plantings, and park furnishings maintenance around the Sue Murray Pool and the Hampton Battery Monument in East Commons Park.

Allegheny Elks Lodge is pleased to announce a sampling of this year’s ENF CIP grant-funded projects around the Northside: • The Lodge’s ongoing Yellow Glove Project is now in its fourth year of providing SNAP-exempt household cleaning and personal hygiene products to clients of the Northside Common Ministries’ Community Food Pantry. • The Lodge now funds and provides volunteers for an after-school

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Ask An Attorney By Matthew D. Gailey Gailey Law Group As the weather begins to warm up, invariably landlords will try to rent dwelling units to tenants looking for new living accommodations. This monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s submission will focus on the sticky situation of evicting tenants who have failed to pay their rent. The first step in the eviction process is a notice to quit. The landlord must personally serve the tenant with a 10-day notice to quit personally or at the leased premises by an adult. A posting on the door of the dwelling unit is sufficient while firstclass mail or certified mail is not sufficient service. Essentially, a tenant must vacate the premises within 10 days or an action for eviction will be commenced against them. An action for eviction is filed with the local District Justiceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office. The District Justice will con-

duct a hearing to determine if the action for eviction has merit. A tenant can also file a cross complaint which will be heard by the District Justice. A landlord may be entitled to separate judgments for the amount of rent due, any amount due to landlord for the tenant holding over, physical damages to the leased premises, and costs of the proceeding. The District Justice upon request can also order that possession be given back to the landlord, which is enforced by the Sheriff. Tenants in cases involving only unpaid rent, can end the proceedings by paying all the monies owed to the landlord. Additionally, tenants can appeal the decisions made by the District Justice to the Court of Common Pleas. Actions for eviction can be difficult to navigate. If you have any questions ab_out these types of actions, please feel free to give my office a call.

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Allegheny City Central

Marshall-Shadeland

Gregory Mucha to Brandi Rae and Hannah Hollee at 703 Armandale St. for $279,000.

Rosemary Anderson to Golden Key Development LLC at 1401 Hodgkiss St. for $24,000.

Jennifer RoweJohaski Pavlick to Edward Villella and Amy Manfredi at 202 W. North Ave. for $585,000.

John Ortseifer Jr. to Brightwood Holdings LLC at 2709 Pitler St. for $38,000.

Laurie Dubay to 18 Greeves Way LLC at 18 Greeves Way for $75,000.

Arlinda Moriarty to Ramzi Mustafa at 3241 Brighton Road for $60,000.

Brighton Heights Theresa Scott to Penn Pioneer Enterprises LLC at 3407 Brighton Road for $64,000 (Value of $77,406). John Sigmund to Clinton Branchen at 1259 San Pedro St. for $159,900.

Christian Buggey to Dobson Street Partn. LLC at 352 Marshall Ave. for $67,000. Victoria Zallman Feagley to Ly Thi Luong at 1320 Superior Ave. for $5,000. Brightwood Civic Council to Angel Gober at 1128 Woodland Ave. for $152,000.

Jerin Miller to Chi Chan and Kathryn Barr at 1913 Termon Ave. for $290,000.

Observatory Hill

Colin Doerge to Benjamin Schonberger and Zachariah Szabo at 1835 Viruth St. for $145,000.

Brian Escobedo to Kevin Bryan at 3839 Perrysville Ave. for $116,288.

Josef Novak to Timothy Meehan at 318 Lamplighter Circle for $184,900.

HSBC Bank USA NA trustee to Golden Key Development LLC at 23 Watson Blvd. for $20,000.

Diane Hanville to B & B Capital LLC at 3861 Brighton Road for $125,000.

Matthias Sundberg to Isaiah and Amy Bornman at 91 Watson Blvd. for $173,500.

Donald Pelissier to Zackary Hayes at 1612 Davis Ave. for $180,000.

Perry Hilltop

Joan Bovan to Deana Hager at 207 Richbarn Road for $160,000.

William Lacher to KS Max LLC at 738 Maginn St. for $24,757 (Value: $68,172).

Harry Abbott to Lee and Michele Renee Rice Kirkwood at 3827-3829 Wealth St. for $175,000.

First Marshall Trust #1027300 to Gerald Fabiszewski at 2730 Shelton Ave. for $26,000.

California-Kirkbride

Estate of Leroy Tillman to First National Bank PA at 2436 Wilson Ave. for $20,000 by sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s deed.

â&#x20AC;&#x2039;2562-2564 Centre Ave PA LLC to David Truong at 1522 Brighton Place for $202,500.

William Stevens to Barrgrove Ventures LLC at 663 Chester Ave. for $113,000.

East Deutschtown Paul Interval to John Kubilus at 828 Concord St. for $252,000.

Fineview Estate of Clyde Neal to James Gregory Keenan at 114 Fountain St. for $22,500.

Historic Deutschtown Klein Family L.P. to Leslie Blaha at 528 Avery St. for $267,500. Riverstone Property Solutions LLC to Daniel and Julia McDowell at 520 Pressley St. for $350,000. Roberta Neal to James Gregory Keenan at 519 Hemlock St. for $2,500. Marissa Gallagher to Andrew and Robert McClusky at 615 Tripoli St. for $317,000.

Manchester

Charles Sanders to David Ziegahn at 717 Chautauqua Court for $37,500. Daniel Kubaczyk to Robert McAfee Jr. at 306 Kennedy Ave. for $55,000.

Spring Garden MD Sala Uddin to Suraya Akter at 1273 Voskamp St. for $10,000. Kenneth Hairston to Happy Hour Holdings LLC at 1024 Salter Way for $11,000.

Spring Hill Robert Richard Gerstberger to Mohammed Ettadouni at 1101 S. Side Ave. for $48,500. Estate of Soniann Foster to Samuel Shay and Lucy Schoyer at 1026 Haslage Ave. for $75,000. Andre Tennant to AIB Group LLC at 1122 Fabyan St. for $9,000.

Troy Hill Kelly Rohrer to Marissa Gallagher at 1420 Lowrie St. for $225,000.

Mary Phillips to Central Penn Capital Mgmt LLC at 1024 Pennsylvania Ave. for $71,000 (Value: $138,396). Ahmed Martin to Stephen Hallam and Ricardo Rivera at 1327 Liverpool St. for $175,000.

Photos by Clifton Loosier

New and old Northside: Snapshots of the Heinz Lofts Apartments in Troy Hill and the former Wonder Bread Thrift Store in Chateau.

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Parallels exist between “punk” living and character work when he and his friends jumped off, elements to it too. While many peo- eager to give him feedback. they aimed for a sawdust patch by a ple ride freight trains to find com“They’re like, ‘Do that thing Popular during the Great De- lumber yard, which made for a soft munity and get around, Arrowroot where you pretend to talk into the pression, when everyone was “dis- landing. He remembers getting on says, others do it because they’ve juggling club like a telephone,’ placed” and “hard up,” Arrowroot Greyhound buses and making up been “ostracized” and “kicked out and I’m like, ‘That’s funny?’ and says, Willie was “always down on stories about his name to the other of other realms of society.” He they’re like, ‘It’s hilarious.’ I’m his luck, always breaking his back passengers. chose to spend many years living like, ‘OK, I’m writing that in my digging a hole, carrying a bin“I’d be like, ‘My name’s Allen without a calendar, not knowing act. Great.’ They know what they dle stick, asking for change.” He wasn’t a “flamboyant” clown, he was just great at reflecting people’s problems—from the deep, systemic ones, to the simple ones, like putting your arm through the wrong hole in your sweater—something children often relate to. A big goal for Arrowroot’s workshops at the Children’s Museum was talking to kids about their identities. Race, class and gender don’t get touched on enough, he says, and often get glossed over altogether. “That’s a big lesson that I want to pass on to kids… You are you. Photos by Ashlee Green We have these ideas of who we are, but we can be different characters O’Ryan the O’Mazing performs plate spinning and juggles while balancing on a slackline at Museum Lab too. The character that [you] play, Opening Day on Saturday, April 27. “Just be your weird self and it’s going to pay off,” he says. if you can really make [them] believable, you can be that person...,” King, but my real name’s Stephen. which month it was. At one point, like and they’ll tell me. They’re reArrowroot says. “That idea of if I don’t go by that because Stephen he says, he didn’t have an ID for so ally honest.” Arrowroot says he’s you smile enough, you’ll be happy. King’s a famous author,’” he says. long that he couldn’t remember his always asking children what they I always wince a little bit at it, but “There was no reason for me to lie, exact birthdate. think is cool and funny, because “if it’s so true,” he says with a laugh. but it was fun to be somebody difHe came to Pittsburgh for the you’re not relevant to them, you’re “If you’re going into a situation that ferent.” G20 in 2009, and volunteered to nothing.” you’re scared of, you can change In his early 20s, Arrowroot flew make banners and signage for the Though he originally wanted to your character, change your body, to Thailand, joined a small circus medic stations that were set up for be an animator, and struggled for and own it for that moment.” troupe, and began performing for protesters. He made a lot of friends, many years trying to be a visual artArrowroot has loved to play refugee camps on the Myanmar met a partner, and in 2012, his son ist, Arrowroot eventually realized with identities since his teenage border. was born. Arrowroot says he tried to he had a clown in him the whole years, when he subscribed to a “That was my first real taste hold on to his old lifestyle, but his time. “punk” lifestyle and often traveled of what people think of when they life had undoubtedly changed. “Just be your weird self and it’s by riding Greyhound buses, hitch- think of circus now: character de“I do have to pay attention to going to pay off,” says Arrowroot. hiking and train hopping, teaching velopment, combining skills and what day it is. I have a kid I have “If you put on those bright red pants himself how to juggle along the characters into an act, and perform- to take to school, I have gigs I have in the morning and you’re like, way. He grew up in rural West Vir- ing it for people...” He said it was to keep track of,” he says. “To do ‘This is too much,’ do it anyway and ginia, where he remembers catch- life changing, and at that moment, that is a little bit of a fantasy.” Ar- everyone’s going to compliment the ing rides on coal trains, which ran he knew he was going to pursue cir- rowroot says his son is his rock and red pants, right? Everyone’s going by a “swimming hole” near a coal cus arts. his motivator, and he often practices to be like, ‘Nice pants,’ especially mine by his house. The trains didn’t But the lifestyle he led wasn’t juggling on his son’s school play- if you feel out of place in them. It’s slow down very much, he says, so just free and fun. There were toxic ground, where the other children are just going to happen.”

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Brighton Heights resident returns from missionary service By Kendra Williamson Madison (“Maddie”) Custer, 21, a Brighton Heights native and graduate of the Pittsburgh Creative and Performing Arts School (CAPA), recently returned from

forward to meeting and learning from people from another geographic area. “Before going, I thought being a missionary would be a lot of fun,” said Custer. “Once I was a missionary, I realized that it was fun, but it

der. They do everything together, and have to learn to get along. At two points in her mission, Custer was paired with a brand new missionary, and was assigned to train her. “That was really hard, but it was easier the second time,” she

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Custer, left, with one of her companion missionaries. Together they planned and taught lessons about Jesus Christ and participated in community service projects. 18 months of full-time service as a missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served in the greater Baltimore, Maryland area where she taught in both English and Spanish. As a missionary, she took time away from work and college plans to serve and teach full time. She taught others about Jesus Christ and regularly participated in community service projects like volunteering at resource centers for the homeless. Serving as a missionary is not a requirement for all young adults who are members of the Church of Jesus Christ, but for Custer, it was a lifelong goal. Her mother was a missionary in Vancouver, British Columbia, and her father, in Buenos Aires, Argentina. As a child, she was inspired by her parents’ stories of their own missions. Custer looked

Photo courtesy of Kendra Williamson

Custer, 21, recently returned from 18 months of full-time service as a missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served in the greater Baltimore, Maryland area. was also really, really hard.” One of the greatest challenges, she said, was living away from her home for the first time, but she also had to learn to work with people at a new level. Latter-day Saint missionaries are paired with a companion missionary of the same gen-

said. Learning Spanish presented another challenge for Custer. “I studied Spanish in high school, but being a missionary in Spanish was a whole different thing,” she recalled. She struggled to communicate, but worked hard to study the language. The local Span-

ish congregation embraced her, and after a month of dedication, Custer was conversant. “Learning Spanish helped open my worldview—it introduced me to a whole new group of people, and made me want to learn even more languages,” Custer said. Custer currently resides with her parents and siblings in Brighton Heights. Before her mission, she went to cosmetology school, and now that she’s home, she plans to work toward a university degree. Custer’s long-term goal is to study psychology or early childhood education. She would like to be a child life specialist in a children’s hospital, helping patients understand and deal with their illnesses and treatments. Her missionary work has helped her develop a service mindset which she plans to carry into her professional life. Since returning from her mission in March, Custer often reflects on what the experience meant to her. “My mission helped to open my world. Because I went to CAPA before, I thought I was so open-minded,” she said. “But entering into other people’s homes and their lives—seeing what they’re going through—changed me. I have more compassion for people, even if I don’t know them well.” For more information about the missionary program in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, see mormonnewsroom.org/topic/missionary-program. For frequently asked questions about The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, visit mormonnewsroom.org/article/frequently-asked-questions.