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Issue 31 • November/December 2011
Nevillew odNews
A Publication by the Nevillewood Neighbors Association for the residents of Nevillewood
Nevillewood Neighbors “Step Out”
for Community Charities
Nevillewood Neighbors join Rotarians
for SIP for Hunger and raise $30,000!
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he Carnegie Collier Rotary Club’s second annual SIP for Hunger of body and mind was held September 23rd at The
Club at Nevillewood. Attendees were treated to an elegant wine tasting and dinner, enjoyed a shopping extravaganza of
epic proportions and were soothed by the smooth sounds of a jazz quintet! All proceeds support the Carnegie Collier
Rotary Club’s campaign to Solve Hunger and Improve Literacy in the Chartiers Valley and Carlynton school districts.
Among those Seen at the Scene:
Rotary Club President Kay Phanse and Ken Simpson; Ruth Forsyth (event chair) and Jim Denvir; Committee members
Diane Moore and Larry; Auction Chair Dana Craig and Susan; Charles Oke and Annette Buckley; Ed LaBruna; and Mary
Popeck.
Neighbor Rotarians in attendance included Tilden Bennett, Karen and Richard McCartney, Steve Smith and Gail Neustadt.
Carnegie Collier Rotary thanks all of the Nevillewood Neighbors who supported us through your attendance and donations
including Pritam and Binu Advani, Bill and Denise Brown, Donald Carson and Bonnie Coyne, Mike and Susan Cunningham,
Kirk and Kate Hamilton, Jim and Anne Piccone, Rich and Marian Redlinger, JoAnn Robb, Ron and Evelyn Simmons, Rick
and Margaret Smith, Janice and John States, Ellen and Bill Thomeier, Rick and Denise Tidball, Jim and Sue Wehar and Bonnie
Zawilla. Apologies to any supporters whose name we missed. We could not have done it without you! We hope you will join us
again next year. n
Gala Tribute to Joe Negri
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he “Carnegie Carnegie” was a cool place to be on October 1. More than 350
people turned out for the Library & Music Hall’s annual benefit, the BNY Mellon
Jazz Gala Tribute to Joe Negri. Susan and Dana Craig and Anne and Jim Piccone
all served on the event committee. Chris Brussalis, President of the ACFL&MH Board of
Trustees and Bill Manby, President of the Chartiers
Valley Partnership and Chair of the campaign to
restore the Library & Music Hall were also in attendance. Thanks again to all of the Nevillewood
Neighbors that “stepped out” to show their support
and make this event a huge success. n
Fight Prematurity
S
am and Alyssa Robb and Magee-Womens Foundation hosted the
Fight Prematurity Benefit wine tasting on Sept. 16, which attracted 200 guests and raised $80,000. The night included live and
silent auctions and music from the Pitt Alumni Band. The proceeds
will go toward the purchase of a PEA POD®, a state-of-the-art piece of
equipment to support the preterm birth research projects led by Dr.
Simhan at Magee-Womens Research Institute. A very special thank
you to our committee members Connie Cesario, Stephanie Knoch,
Lindsay LeBlanc, Kiley McKenna, Jennifer Quisenberry, Kara Quigley,
Paula Pellegrino, Vanessa Silberman and Kelly Susa. n
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Message from the President
COM-MU-NI-TY (Ke’myoonitee) all the people living in a
particular area or place; those people form relationships over
time by interacting regularly around shared experiences which
are of interest to them for varying reasons.
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Getting to Know You...
The Kinchington
Family
K
ip, Eddie (Edwina), William, and
Marie have lived on Carnoustie Drive
since the year 2000. Her husband
Kip whose real name is Paul was born in
Leicester, England. Kip is a Professor in the
Opthamology Department at the University
of Pittsburgh where he studies the virus that
causes chicken pox and shingles. Eddie,
has a PhD in Pharmacology and previously
studied experimental therapeutics targeting
cancer. Recently, she made a career change
into secondary education and heads up the
Biotechnology Program at the Pittsburgh
Science & Technology Academy. They have
2 wonderful children, William (9) who
attends the 3rd grade at the Chartiers Valley
Intermediate school and Marie (7) who attends
the 2nd grade at the Chartiers Valley Primary
school. The whole family loves the water,
which probably stems from Eddie’s youth as
a competitive swimmer in the 1984 and 1988
Olympic Trials. Eddie is also the Neighborhood
Watch Chairperson. Thanks Eddie for taking
time to share your family with us and thank you
for your efforts as NNWN Chairperson. n
The next issue we will be featuring “Families and Holiday
Traditions”. Please drop us a line and tell us about your
favorite traditions of the holidays. If you have a photo of
your family, please send that too. Please reply to our email
at [email protected] before December 20th
to make the January/February issue. We look forward to
hearing from all of you!
Keeping Nevillewood
a Safe Place to Live
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he streets of Nevillewood are full
of activity. Our streets are narrow
and some of the neighborhoods do
not have sidewalks. When you see walkers, joggers, neighbors walking their dogs,
please obey the speed limit. Thanks for
your attention to this important matter. n
s the Holidays are quickly upon us and another year is coming to an end its time to sit back
and reflect on what we have to be thankful for. I look around Nevillewood and I am in awe of
its beauty. It was certainly one of the selling features that brought my husband Mike and I to
Nevillewood.
What quickly came to a reality were the wonderful people we encountered in the neighborhood
and at the Club at Nevillewood. Not being golfers didn’t seem to matter as the social
network and friendships extend far beyond the golf club into the neighborhood.
And whether we know it or not, there is a community that has developed and
is growing better every day. The Nevillewood Neighbors Association has been the
foundation for our community. Hopefully many of you will consider volunteering
some time to the Nevillewood Neighbors. Nevillewood is a young community and we
can always use a fresh perspective. It is the exchange of ideas and experiences with one
another that will keep this association and our community vibrant.
So in closing it isn’t only about living in a neighborhood, it’s much more about
building a community. And what better place to build a great community than right
here in Nevillewood.
Have a wonderful holiday season. n
Board Highlight - NNWN
T
he Nevillewood Neighborhood Watch Network (NNWN) is a communication system that was
set up about 8 years ago as a way to help promote the safety of our community. If a neighbor sees
any kind of suspicious activity that they feel needs to be allerted through the neighborhood, they
should call or email me (and/or the police if necessary). Examples for which the NNWN has been utilized
include robberies, suspicious vehicles, coyote sightings, lost pets and solicitors going door to door. Please
call or email Edwina Kinchington if you have any questions or concerns (412-217-6200, or ekinchington1@
pghboe.net) n
Nevillewood Street Captains
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he Nevillewood Neighbors Organization sends important community information to residents
via e-mail. To best assist your street captains in keeping you updated and informed, we ask that
you please send them your current e-mail address and phone number. Additionally, we ask that
you keep them informed of any changes i.e., a new email address, phone number or a move within the
neighborhood.
If you have any questions or would like to become a street captain, please contact our street captain
chairperson Janice States at [email protected] n Street
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Annandale
Breckenridge
Carnoustie
Carnoustie
Cherry Hill
Cherry Hill
Cherry Hill
Crown Place
English Turn
English Turn
Glen Abbey
Meridian
Muirfield
Muirfield
Normandy
Oak Hill
Oak Hill
Pinehurst
Pinehurst
Sherwood Court
Sherwood Drive
St. Andrews
St. Mellion
St. Mellion
Turnberry
Williamsburg
Woodhall
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Joan
Maureen
Mary Jane
Carol
Janet
Marilyn
Sharon
Sam
Marian
Pam
Ruth
Susan
Diane
Denise
Barb
Mary
Marian
Beth
Kathy
Debbie
Vicki
Ruth
Ellen
Jane
Sue
Karen
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Great Golf in Ireland
Ireland just might be golf’s Shangri-La. The country’s legendary hospitality is only surpassed by its
unspoiled beauty, incredible landscapes and championship links of the highest standards. Ireland offers
a world of travel opportunities within one country, including fly fishing, horseback riding, garden tours
and/or general sightseeing. It’s the ideal setting for a holiday combining the objectives of a non-golfing
companion.
While Ireland has some phenomenal inland “parkland” courses, the seaside links layouts are much more
alluring. In terms of accommodations, there are many different options throughout the country—
ranging from comfortable B&Bs to very deluxe hotels, country inns and castles. There is fantastic golf
available in three primary areas.
The Magical Southwest: Easily accessed from
the Shannon International Airport, this region is
steeped in ancient history and folklore. There are
over 100 heritage and cultural sites of significance,
not to mention some of the very best and most
famous links courses in the world, including: The
Old Course at Ballybunion, Waterville, Tralee, Old
Head and Dooks Golf Club.
The Rugged West Coast: Ireland’s western shores
are warm, wild and wonderful. The landscape has
been remarkably unaffected by the passage of time
and is a striking mixture of coastal beauty, majestic mountains and lovely lakes providing breathtaking
scenery in all directions. This region is also home to great golf, including international classics such as
Lahinch and Doonbeg, as well as lesser-known gems; including Connemara, Carne, Sligo and Donegal.
Dublin and the North: The Republic of Ireland’s capital, Dublin, has emerged as one of the most
cosmopolitan cities in Europe, buzzing with energy and excitement. This contrasts nicely with the natural
beauty and wonderful people of Northern Ireland. Golfers visiting in the region will have the opportunity
to experience classic links golf at Portmarnock, Baltray, Royal County Down, Royal Portrush, Portstewart
and Ballyliffin.
High-quality 7-night/6-day land packages begin at approximately $2,950 per golfer based on a party of
4 and include: airport “meet and greet” service on arrival; a private driver/guide with a deluxe, spacious
coach to provide all required transfers throughout the itinerary; accommodations based on double
occupancy; a hearty Irish breakfast each morning; one round of golf each day; and all applicable taxes.
There are numerous daily non-stop flights from several US gateways direct to Shannon and Dublin,
making Ireland very easy to access from most points in the States.
In terms of course quality, accommodation options, friendliness, accessibility and value, many welltraveled golf enthusiasts consider the Irish experience to be better than any other destination. Rely
on the experts at Pittsburgh-based Frontiers International Travel to arrange your own golf trip to
Ireland—800-245-1959, [email protected].
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languishing on the market. Both sides should be realistic as comparable sales and local-market dynamics
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as an appraisal, comparable sales and personal knowledge to help estimate market value. Today, a
house priced at slightly below market value will attract the interest of real estate
professionals and buyers, while overpricing chases them away. Even if the sellers
adjust their prices later, it is difficult to recapture buyer interest. Indeed, real
estate opportunities abound for the sellers and buyers who can come to term with
today’s market conditions.
Financial Gifts that Keep on Giving!
By Ruth A. Forsyth, MS, CFP, CSA
The holidays are upon us and once again it is time to search for that perfect gift. Finding the trendy
toy or latest kitchen gadget adds to the fun and stress of holiday giving. But if a gift with a little more
meaning and lasting impact sounds appealing, consider the following ideas:
For more information, call or text JoAnn at 412-860-0336 or
[email protected] Visit www.joannrobb.com and
www.nevillewood.net
Improve a mind and pay less tax too! – What better investment could there be than that of a young
person’s continuing education? A 529 college savings plan* is a special program that allows dollars to
grow and be withdrawn tax free as long as they are used for qualified higher education expenses. Most
trade and technical schools count, too. Accounts can be opened for as little as $250 with additional
contributions of $50. Even better, residents of Pennsylvania who contribute to this type of plan can now
deduct their contributions from their state income tax return!
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Put your house in order! One of the best gifts to your family is to be sure that when you are gone, your
affairs are organized and your wishes are known. Put your desires in writing, obtain or update your wills,
living wills and powers of attorney, and be sure your beneficiaries are current. The most lasting legacy
you bequeath may not be monetary wealth but the values that you have instilled. Be sure to share
these as well.
Teach them to fish! It’s not how much money you earn during your life; it’s what you do with it that
counts. Many of our good and bad money habits are acquired at a very young age. Instead of giving
cash that will be gone tomorrow, make a gift of a stock or mutual fund. Share your investment
experiences and decisions to teach children to make good decisions in the future. Remember that if
you give a person a fish you might feed them for a day, but teaching them to fish will help them feed
themselves for life.
For more lasting gift ideas, give Ruth a call today at (412) 539-0055.
Ruth Forsyth is a Certified Financial Planner and Principal with The Advisors Group of Pittsburgh and holds a
Master of Science degree in Financial Planning. She is a resident of Collier Township with offices conveniently
located in Greentree.
*Before investing, carefully consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of a 529 Plan.
This information can be found in the official statement. You can get an official statement from your financial
representative. Read it carefully before investing.
Securities and advisory services offered solely through Ameritas Investment Corp. (AIC). Member NASD/SIPC.
AIC and The Advisors Group of Pittsburgh are not affiliated.
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Issue #31 November/December 2011
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Board Officers
Patti Joyce......................................................................... President
Caroline Armfield.................................................... Programs VP
Ellen Pandolfo.....................................................Communications
Susan Heher..........................................................Membership VP
Cheri Druzak....................................................................Secretary
Sue Harford......................................................................Treasurer
Sue Melcher............................................... Past President/Advisor
Committee Chairs
Barb Addy & Mary Popeck................................ Directory Editor
POSITION OPEN................................................ Outreach Chair
JoAnn Robb...................................................Interest Group Chair
Edwina Kinchington............................................... NNWN Chair
Janice States & Patty Knapp........................Street Captain Chair
See you in January!
Contact us at [email protected]
Letter from the Editor
T
he first meeting of the new 2011-2012 Nevillewood Neighbors board was held on Tuesday,
September 13th. President Patti Joyce was kind enough to host the first meeting and as you
can see by the overload of paperwork in front of us, there were a lot of topics on the table.
One of the topics was the newsletter. New Board, new look! Tell us what you think about the
Nevillewood News and let us know if there is something you would like to see reported in the
NN News. This is your newspaper. Lets join together and make something we can all be proud of.
Your input matters! n
Nevillewood Neighbors Board of Directors: (l-r) Cheri Druzak, Susan Heher, Sue Harford,
back row - Patti Joyce, Caroline Armfield, Ellen Pandolfo
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InterestGroups
Book Club
Contact: Sue Melcher
([email protected])
Upcoming Selections:
n November 14, State of Wonder by
Ann Patchett
n December 12, Joy in the Morning,
by PG Wodehouse
n January, No book club meeting
n February 13, The Paris Wife by
Paula McLain
Poker Club
Poker club meets every other Thursday night, usually the 1st and 3rd, from
8pm to 11pm sharp at various Nevillewood homes. To sign up and be
included in the emails for Poker Club, please email Joe Blattner at [email protected].
Chick Flicks
Anyone interested in joining the Chick Flicks, please call Bonnie Lundgren
at 412-429-4720. We will be meeting the 3rd Tuesday of every month so
please join us for an evening out with your girlfriends. Give me a call and I
will add you to the email list to be included in upcoming plans for a “girls
night out at the movies.” I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Thinking of starting your own interest group?
If you have a special interest that you think other Nevillewood Neighbors would
enjoy why not start your own interest group! For more information and to be
included in the Nevillewood News please contact JoAnn Robb at
[email protected]
Donating Unwanted Treasures
It seems inappropriate to throw away perfectly good things that once contributed to our
lifestyles, and now can be used by others. Items donated/contributed to a cause get a new home
and a new life.
n USED CLOTHING: Vietnam Veterans of America resells it to fund programs for veterans.
They will pickup donations. To schedule a pickup, call 1 800 775-VETS.
n STUFFED ANIMALS: SAFE (Stuffed Animals for Emergencies.com)donates gently used
stuffed animals to homeless shelters, hospitals, and emergency aid workers. Paramedics
often give toys to children they meet on their calls.
n WEDDING DRESSES: Brides Against Breast Cancer is a program the sells dresses to
fund the wishes of breast cancer patients. (bridesagainstbreastcancer.org)
n TOILETRIES: Do you collect the shampoos and soaps from the hotels when you travel?
Clean the World will deliver these items to areas beset with widespread and life threatening communicable diseases, which most can easily be contained through frequent hand
washing. (cleantheworld.org)
n LITTLE MERMAID: Kid Flicks is an organization that collects children’s DVD’s,
and distributes them to libraries of children’s hospitals or pediatric departments.
(kidflicks.org)
n MOBILE PHONES: Flipswap gives cash for phone, and either resells it or recycles it
safely. For each phone that is recycled, a tree will be planted. Since 2008, more than
400,000 trees have been planted.
n CAR: Habitat for Humanity’s Cars for Homes accepts unwanted vehicles. They resell it
to help build affordable housing in our area. (habitat.org/carsforhomes or 877 277-4344)
n SHOES: Soles4Souls donates pairs of shoes to those in need. Donations can be shipped
to any of their warehouses. (souls4soles.org)
n ILL-FITTING JEANS: Cotton form Blue to Green organizes denim drives with universities and stores such as Gap. The donated jeans are reduced to their natural state (cotton). It is then treated with fire retardants and is created into an eco-friendly insulation
for communities in need. (cottonfrombluetogreen.org)
nJUST ABOUT ANYTHING: Freecycle is a worldwide gifting movement whose goal is to
reduce waste by connecting trash-bound items (ex: bikes, coffee tables, moving boxes,
appliances, birthday party décor) with people who want them. (freecycle.com)
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