77th Annual Lawrenceville Independence Day Celebration
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77th Annual Lawrenceville Independence Day Celebration

ByEmma Gamble

The 77th Annual Lawrenceville Independence Day Celebration is just a little over two weeks away! The Fireworks Committee is happy to announce that the event will take place July 1st from 11 AM – 9:30 PM at Arsenal Park (rain date July 2nd). Please review the schedule listed on the flyer seen in the picture…

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2022 Lawrenceville Independence Day Celebration

ByDavid Breingan

The Lawrenceville Independence Day Celebration will be returning to Arsenal Park on Saturday, June 25th, 2022 (rain date: Sunday, June 26th), with all your favorite traditions: live music, fun activities for the kids, refreshments, and of course, a world-class fireworks display compliments of Zambelli Fireworks. The Lawrenceville Fireworks Committee is pleased to bring back this…

Celebration of Cathy “the kissing crossing guard of Lawrenceville”
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Celebration of Cathy “the kissing crossing guard of Lawrenceville”

ByDavid Breingan

Join us in Arsenal Park at the cannon (located at the lower entrance along 40th Street) on Tuesday 11/30 at 4 PM for a community celebration of Cathy Gamble, AKA the “kissing crossing guard of Lawrenceville.” This year marks 20 years of service of Cathy protecting our neighbors, while dancing, singing, blowing kisses, waving, and…

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No Lawrenceville Independence Day Celebration 2021

ByDavid Breingan

A message from the Fireworks committee Dear Community Members: Unfortunately, again this year after careful consideration of all the issues involved and a great deal of soul searching the Lawrenceville Fireworks Committee must announce the cancelation of this year’s July 4th Celebration scheduled for June 26, 2021 to be held at Arsenal Park. The Committee remains 100% committed to bringing the event back bigger and better than ever.  The Committee would like to thank you, the members of the community, for your patience…

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“Kids & Families Day” at the Lawrenceville Farmers Market

ByDavid Breingan

“Kids & Families” Day will be every second Tuesday of the month at the Lawrenceville Farmers Market, through December. Join us for special free and fun programming for families each month! – June 8th – July 13th – August 10th – September 14th – October 12th – November 9th – December 14th

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Applications opening: 35 brand new, affordable units!

ByDavid Breingan

35 affordable apartments (1, 2, and 3 BRs) are coming online in Lower Lawrenceville at the brand new Sixth Ward Flats from ACTION Housing (3350 Penn Avenue and 207 34th Street). 8 units are reserved for people with disabilities. Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) are accepted, but not required. LU is available to assist anyone…

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We’re hiring: Community Organizer for PEP Rally program

ByDavid Breingan

Lawreneville United is seeking a highly passionate, productive, strategic community organizer to join our team of dedicated community advocates and professional to staff the PEP Rally program, which works with families and community partners to strengthen and support Lawrenceville’s neighborhood public schools. To read the full job description, click HERE. Interested applicants should submit a…

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LU testimony at PPS public hearing re: proposed school closures on 2/22

ByDavid Breingan

In response to a proposed plan to reconfigure Pittsburgh Public Schools, LU provided testimony at the February 22nd public hearing in front of PPS administration and the School Board. Read our full testimony HERE. Are you a parent, caregiver, student, or community member interested in supporting strong public schools? Get involved with our PEP Rally…