HAPPENING AT THE CEC IN THE HILL DISTRICT
SATURDAY, SEPT. 7
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
CEC in the Hill District Annual Block Party
Join us at the CEC in the Hill District for FREE food, fun, prizes, and more as we celebrate our annual block party!
TUESDAY, SEPT. 3 + TUESDAY, SEPT. 17
10 a m - 4 p m
Entrepreneur Tuesdays
Do you need entrepreneurial support? Schedule an appointment to have your questions answered https://calendly com/shealey325/pitt-hill-cec
THURSDAY, SEPT. 5
6 p.m.
Hill District Community Meeting | Hill Community Development Corp.
Join as we discuss upcoming events, current developments, updates on CHOICE, Arts and Culture, and more! The community will vote on the Rhythm Square development by Studio Volcy as well as the Herron and Wylie development by Communion LLC
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 11
5 - 6 p.m.
Pitt Purchasing Meet and Greet
An opportunity for community members and business owners to meet staff from purchasing and strategic sourcing team.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 11
6 - 7:30 p m
Jazz Wednesdays on the Hill: Tom Wendt Salutes Joe Harris
Join us for an evening of Jazz with Tom Wendt as he pays homage to late musician Joe Harris
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 18
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Zone 2 Public Safety Meeting
Zone 2 Public Safety Council (PSC2) is a resident-driven, public safety group whose mission is to enhance the safety and quality of life for residents and businesses within the zone. Meetings are open to all who live or work in Police Zone 2.
ADDRESS & CONTACT
CEC - Hill District 1908 Wylie Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15219 412-383-2226
cechill@pitt.edu
UPCOMINGPROGRAMS FALL2024
EVERY SATURDAY (SEPT. 28 - NOV. 2)
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
STEAM Saturdays
Students in 3rd-8th grade can choose from a selection of classes that teach concepts of STEAM through hands-on engagement Register: https://bit ly/STEAMSatF24
EVERY TUESDAY (SEPT. 17 - OCT. 29)
4 - 5:30 p.m.
CommUniversity: Creative Nonfiction
In this Communiversity course, residents and Pitt undergraduate students will learn about and discuss relations between the university and neighboring communities looking at neighborhood change, policing, employment and activism in particular Register: https://bit ly/CreativeNonFicReg
OCT. 23, OCT. 30, NOV. 6
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Office Ready Skills Lab
In this skills lab created by our colleagues in Pitt’s College of Business Administration, participants will gain foundational skills that are essential in the workforce. Gain a new confidence in your tech skills and learn how to use these tools for your advancement. Register: https://bit.ly/WorkforceRegF24
The CEC in the Hill District will be closed on Labor Day, Monday, September 2.
UPCOMING EVENTS
September 2024
Find the events calendar online at www.cec.pitt.edu/hilldistrict/calendar
HAPPENING IN THE COMMUNITY
EVERY TUESDAY
10 AM
Line Dancing
Come and join the Hill District community at Nafasi on Centre for a casual line dancing class with Rose Johnson as the instructor. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned dancer, come and enjoy the laid-back vibes and get your groove on! $5 per class.
Location: Nafasi Art Gallery 2145 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
SUNDAY, SEPT 1
A Soulful Taste of the Burgh Soulfood Festival
Join the community for the 5th annual 'A Soulful Taste of the Burgh' in Downtown Pittsburgh Pa inside Market Square and on the Blvd of the Allies (Between Stanwix and Wood Sts) Vendors, Cultural Activities, Food Contest, Live Entertainment, and more!
Location: 24 Market Square Pittsburgh, PA 15222
TUESDAY, SEPT. 3
6 - 7 p.m.
Carnegie Library Book Club: “What Doesn’t Kill You Makes You Blacker
Join us for a lively book discussion on What Doesn’t Kill You Makes You Blacker by Damon Young
Location: CLP Hill District 2177 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
SATURDAY, SEPT. 7
9 AM - 1 PM
Pittsburgh Recovery Walk| Macedonia FACE
Join us at the Pittsburgh Recovery Walk as we celebrate the many roads to recovery from addiction and all those who travel them Register for your spot here: https:// bit ly/4cHiT3b
Location: 1201 Waterfront Place, PGH, PA 15222
ADDRESS & CONTACT
CEC - Homewood 622 N Homewood Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15208
412-383-0830
cechomewood@pitt.edu
SATURDAY, SEPT. 7
9 AM - 2 PM
PPS Parent University
Join Pittsburgh Public Schools for a day of impactful workshops on Understanding Generative AI, Internet and Cyber Safety, Equity and Diversity, Health and Wellness, Financial Literacy, Parent Advocacy, and Educational Engagement PPS Parent University is also thrilled to welcome keynote speaker Brandon Flemming, author of Miseducated: A Memoir.
Location: Duquesne University,600 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh PA
THURSDAY, SEPT. 12
7 PM - 8:30 PM
UPMC Essentials for Sucess Training Workshop: Statewide Webinar | UPMC
Create new opportunities for your small business with UPMC! Pennsylvania vendors from all industries are invited to join a statewide webinar to learn how to become an approved UPMC supplier for goods and services UPMC Essentials for Success is a no-cost event designed to introduce businesses to how UPMC does business and provide the tools necessary to do business with large organizations, like UPMC. Attendees will learn about the process and receive materials to help improve their overall business acumen. Will be held virtually. Register Here: https://pasbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/31722
THURSDAY, SEPT. 26
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Saved by the Bell! Back to School Check-In | Macedonia FACE
Macedonia FACE will be hosting a "back to school check-in" for our families. The event will include resources for navigating the school year, a mental health speaker, and a Family Feud-like game centered around mental health and school-related topics.
Location: 1908 Wylie Ave., Pittsburgh, PA, 15222
*Evening hours determined by scheduled programming
On-street parking is available on Kelly St. and Homewood Ave.
Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus 74 stops directly in front of the CEC (Homewood Ave at Kelly St )
Wylie Avenue es 83, 82, and 81 have stops at Centre Ave. and Dinwiddie St