Charles Street Area Corporation

Charles Street Old Timers Community Picnic
2023-07-23 12:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Riverview Park Activities Building, 182 Riverview Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15214, United States
Description
Get ready for the Function at the Junction! Pack up your favorite picnic items and come down to Riverview Park on Sunday, July 23rd for a community event presented by the Charles Street Old Timers.

🎵 Live DJ | 🍺 Free Beer | 🎫 50/50 Raffle
🥪 Bring your own picnic basket and water! 🥤
12:00 PM to 8:00 PM

FAMILY FUN
The Activities Building at Riverview Park is located between the playground and swimming pool areas. Go for a swim, dry off on the swings, then cool off inside. Restrooms are available inside.

Don’t be a stranger! Get to know your neighbors.

National Night Out at Fowler Park
2023-08-01 17:00 - 19:30 | Fowler Park, 2435 Wilson Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15214, United States
Description
Join us for an evening of fun during National Night Out (NNO) at Fowler Park in the Northside. The event will include food, games, and prizes for the whole family. Come sign-up for another CSV Pirates Game Night at PNC Park!
Meet and greet with members of our local police and fire departments. Life saving information will be provided, too!
Fowler Park: North Charles Street at Wilson Avenue (15214)

what is national night out?
National Night Out is an annual campaign to promote relationship building and partnerships between communities and police that ultimately make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live.

National Night Out enhances the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of community. Furthermore, it provides a great opportunity to bring police and neighbors together under positive circumstances.

National Night Out, About Page

CSAC Board Meeting: August 2023
2023-08-03 18:30 - 20:00 | Virtual: Zoom
Description
The CSAC Board of Directors meets monthly to share project updates, discuss community concerns and priorities, and plan initiatives. These meetings are attended by members of the board, as well as partners, guest speakers, and local government representatives.

more info
We post the meeting minutes and agendas from these sessions on our Board page so that you can stay informed!
Check the Event Calendar for our bi-monthly community meetings, which any resident or stakeholder may attend.

CSAC Board Meeting: September 2023
2023-09-12 18:30 - 20:00 | Virtual: Zoom

CSV CommUNITY Meeting: October 2023
2023-10-11 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual: Zoom
Description
Join us for a virtual community meeting to discuss development and opportunities in the Charles Street Valley. Learn about what’s happening and share your thoughts!
Topics will include:

Housing Development (Flocker Street Collaborative)
Greenway Development (Real Design & AJoseyArt)
Cross-Strauss Parklet Playground Opening
Affordable Homeownership & Homeowner Assistance

Invited Guests:

Mayor’s Office
Councilman Daniel Lavelle
Richard Snipe (URA / PHDC)

Join via Zoom
Meeting Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2600219000?pwd=[REDACTED]
ID: 260 021 9000
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Sign Up For…

Greenway Stewardship ($25 per hour, apply online)
Free tickets for families (attend meeting to sign up)

CSAC Board Meeting: October 2023
2023-10-11 19:30 - 20:00 | Virtual: Zoom

Greenway Stewardship Training
2023-10-15 13:00 - 16:30 | Virtual: Zoom
Description
This virtual training will be an opportunity for our greenway stewards learn from one another and build our team and community as we prepare to develop the N. Charles Street Greenway Entrance near Harlan Avenue. This training is required in order to be a paid greenway steward.
Topics will include:

History of the Perry South Greenway
City Greenway Resource & Policy Guide
Landscape Design Plan (by Real Design)
Greenway Planting Best Practices
Community Organizing & Advocacy
City Greenways Overview (by City Planner)

Join via Zoom
Meeting Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2600219000?pwd=[REDACTED]
ID: 260 021 9000
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Greenway Stewardship Work Day
2023-10-20 10:00 - 14:00 | Perry South Greenway Entrance, 48 Strauss Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15214, United States
Description
Stewards, partners, and volunteers will work on-site to plant and mulch native perennial flowers and shrubs in the entry garden at the North Charles Street / Perry South Greenway. Refreshments and swag bags will be provided!
The stewardship work days on October 20 & 21, 2023 build upon the planning, design, and site preparation work done by the Charles Street Area Corporation and its partners, including Real Design, Inc., Mistick Construction, the Student Conservation Association, and the City of Pittsburgh.
Future phases of work will include adding trees, signage, and lighting to the entry garden. The Charles Street Area Corporation will lead stewardship efforts and activate the greenway with events and activities as the space develops.

NATIVE PLANTS
According to the PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, a native plant is “one which occurred within this region before colonization by Europeans.” Using native plants means that this landscape will be adapted to our local climate and conditions, provide food for birds, attract pollinators, and promote native biodiversity. Native plants also require less maintenance than non-native ones.
Native Plants Include:

Hobblebush (Viburnum lantanoides)
Allegheny Serviceberry (Amelanchier arborea)
Winterberry (Ilex verticillata)
Joe-Pye Weed (Eutrochium purpureum)
AND MORE!

CSAC Board Meeting: November 2023
2023-11-14 18:30 - 20:00 | Virtual: Zoom

CSAC Board Meeting: January 2024
2024-01-16 18:30 - 20:00 | Virtual: Zoom

CSAC Board Meeting: February 2024
2024-02-16 18:30 - 20:00 | Virtual: Zoom

Tree Pruning Workshop
2024-02-24 10:00 - 12:00 | Northside Coalition For Fair Housing, 1821 Brighton Road, Pittsburgh, 15212, United States
Description
Let’s care for our trees! Join CSAC and California-Kirkbride Neighbors for a free tree pruning workshop by Tree Pittsburgh! Why is pruning important?

Pruning young trees is one of the most important actions you can take to help them thrive in the built environment. Whether in your backyard, on your front sidewalk, or in your neighborhood park, shaping young trees through proper pruning practices will help them grow healthy and strong, and prevent potential problems in the future.

Kelsey Munsick from Tree Pittsburgh

Details
We’ll be on the move during this event! The group will meet at Northside Coalition For Fair Housing for a brief introduction, then head over to Bright-Chuck Point.
From there, Tree Pittsburgh’s ISA Certified Arborists will teach us how to prune, and we’ll head out to work on some trees around the neighborhood!
Tools, training, and light refreshments will be provided. Please dress for the weather! This event is ideal for individuals ages 16 and up.
Please register online through the Tree Pittsburgh website before the event so we know how many people to expect.

CSAC Board Meeting: March 2024
2024-03-12 18:30 - 20:00

DMR Legacy Cohort Kickoff Meeting
2024-03-28 18:00 - 19:30
Kickoff Meeting
Do you want to buy your first home? Don’t worry about getting it all together on your own! We’re kicking off the Dorothy Mae Richardson Legacy Cohort of the Homebuyer Education Program hosted by NeighborWorks Western Pennsylvania on March 28, 2024. Get more information and see if this FREE virtual program is right for you.
The kickoff meeting will be in person at the Northside Pittsburgh Partnership (off of the #8 Perrysville bus line).
Space is limited. Sign up today!

Cohort Details
Join an online cohort of peers to learn together about homebuying, then get your homebuyer certification!
1:1 financial counseling is available to help you figure out how to your lower debt and your increase credit score. Get connected to organizations that offer down payment and closing costs assistance and other support for for 1st time homebuyers.
This virtual cohort will meet every other Thursday starting on April 11, 2024 for a total of 12 sessions.

Tree Planting in the Perry South Greenway
2024-04-06 09:00 - 12:00 | Perry South Greenway Entrance, 48 Strauss Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15214, United States
Description
Let’s plant some trees together! Help CSAC and the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy (WPC) add 19 new trees to the Perry South Greenway Entry Garden as part of the TreeVitalize Pittsburgh project.
Learn about different types of native trees, proper tree planting practices, and tree care while making a difference in the Charles Street Valley during this 3 hour event. All are welcome to come out and volunteer. Food will be provided. We’ll be planting rain or shine!
For additional details, please visit the WPC website. Be sure to register online as a volunteer ahead of the event!

Register Online

Why plant trees?
The Perry South Greenway Entry Garden was established by CSAC and our partners in Fall 2023. The first phase of the project included designing the landscape, preparing the site, and planting native shrubs and flowers. All existing trees on site were healthy and able to be preserved.
The next phase in our design plan includes adding native trees to establish a canopy and understory that will to add to the beauty and ecological diversity of the entry garden.
Canopy trees are tall, and provide a significant amount of shade. Understory trees are smaller, and exist beneath a canopy alongside shrubs and other plants.
These trees will provide food and cover for wildlife, remove pollution from the air, and help manage storm water — making our community a healthier place.

CSAC Board Meeting: April 2024
2024-04-09 18:30 - 20:00 | Virtual: Zoom

CSV CommUNITY Meeting: April 2024
2024-05-14 18:30 - 20:00 | Virtual: Zoom
Description
Join us for the Charles Street Valley CommUNITY meeting of the year! Get updates and share your feedback.
Topics will include:

Cross-Strauss Parklet & Greenway Re-Opening Party
CSAC Homeownership Improvement Program
City 311 Complaints and Community Support
Summer Health & Wellness Programs in the CSV
Events, Volunteer Opportunities, and Tickets for Kids

Invited Guests:

Mayor’s Office
Councilman Daniel Lavelle

Zoom & Facebook Live
Though we hope our next meeting will be in-person, this CommUNITY meeting will be held virtually on Zoom and Facebook Live. See below for joining details.
JOIN ON ZOOM:
Meeting Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2600219000?pwd=[REDACTED]
ID: 260 021 9000
Passcode: [REDACTED]
JOIN ON FACEBOOK:
Go to the Charles Street Area Council page: https://www.facebook.com/CharlesStreetAreaCouncil/

CSAC Board Meeting: May 2024
2024-05-28 18:30 - 19:00 | Virtual: Zoom

CSAC Board Meeting: June 2024
2024-06-11 18:30 - 20:00 | Virtual: Zoom

Community Celebration for Cross Strauss Parklet Grand Reopening
2024-06-22 12:00 - 16:00 | Cross-Strauss Parklet, 50 Strauss Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15214, United States
Come join three Allegheny Dwellings Choice Neighborhoods as we celebrate the Grand Re-Opening of the newly renovated Strauss Cross Parklet.

CSAC Board Meeting: July 2024
2024-07-16 18:30 - 20:00 | Virtual: Zoom

CSAC Board Meeting: August 2024
2024-08-13 18:30 - 20:00 | Virtual: Zoom

CSAC Board Meeting: September 2024
2024-09-10 18:30 - 20:00 | Virtual: Zoom

DMR Legacy Cohort First-time Homebuyer Certification Celebration
2024-09-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Propel Northside, 1805 Buena Vista Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, United States

CSAC Board Meeting: October 2024- POSTPONED to Nov 2
2024-10-08 18:30 - 20:00 | Virtual: Zoom

CSAC Annual Board Retreat
2024-11-02 09:00 - 14:00 | Mattress Factory, 505 Jacksonia Street, Pittsburgh, 15212
CSAC board of directors meet to discuss topics to shape the future of the organization: includes organizational assessement, training, and strategic planning facilitated by external consultants.
