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04/06/2026

The Shady Ave parking lot is scheduled to be repaved Monday, April 6th - Wednesday April 8th weather permitting and will be closed for parking. Thank you for your patience.

03/30/2026

Help shape the future of our city by joining us this April at Comprehensive Plan engagement meetings focused on directing Pittsburgh’s future land use. A series of meetings is being held throughout the city, so look for a location convenient to you. Your input is essential to shaping how our city grows, develops, and serves our neighborhoods over the next 25 years. Visit pgh2050.com for more information.

02/20/2026

Please join the Friendship Circle and JCC for this important, informative, inclusive event!

02/12/2026

Please come out to support your neighbors this Monday, February 16th from 12-1 pm @ in Squirrel Hill the corner of Forbes + Murray if you are able. Thank you! ❤️

02/02/2026

*IMPORTANT UPDATE* Commercial Street Bridge Replacement Project: Commercial Street/Forward Avenue and Nine Mile Run Trail Closure Extended in Pittsburgh →PennDOT is announcing long-term closure of Commercial Street/Forward Avenue and Nine Mile Run Trail in the City of Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, has been extended until Friday, February 13 weather permitting.
Due to winter weather, the Commercial Street/Forward Avenue closure between Whipple Street and Summerset Drive has been extended through Friday, February 13. The Nine Mile Run Trail will also remain closed to all bicycle and pedestrian traffic between the Nine Mile Run parking lot on the Swisshelm Park side and the Frick Park Commercial Street Parking lot on the Squirrel Hill side until this time. Motor vehicle traffic will continue to be detoured.

✅How to Stay Updated:
➡️Subscribe to PennDOT Email Notifications: stay informed as work progresses, for Parkway East traffic advisories and construction updates.To subscribe, email [email protected] with “Subscribe – Parkway East” in the subject line.
➡️Visit Commercial Street Bridge Webpage 🔗https://www.pa.gov/agencies/penndot/projects-near-you/district-11-projects/commercial-street-bridge-replacement
➡️Follow on social media: regional X page (🔗https://x.com/511PAPittsburgh)or joining the Greater Pittsburgh Area PennDOT Facebook group (🔗https://www.facebook.com/groups/pittsburghpenndot/
➡️Check conditions on major roadways by visiting www.511PA.com, or calling 5-1-1,or by following regional X alerts
➡️MEDIA CONTACT: Yasmeen Manyisha, 412-429-5044 or [email protected].

01/26/2026

Throughout February, the District 5 office will host meetings across D5 neighborhoods to engage directly with residents. The Squirrel Hill South meeting will be held Wednesday, February 25 from 6:30pm-8pm at Levinson Hall in the Jewish Community Center, 5738 Forbes Ave.
This will be a hybrid meeting. If you would like to join virtually, please RSVP at https://forms.office.com/g/ZXT5kNwAAm

01/13/2026

Please come out this Thursday, 1/15 to hear from our new administration’s incredible new leadership to support a safe, vibrant Pittsburgh!

01/06/2026

Congratulations ! We are looking forward to collaborating with you and your incredible team to ensure a bright future for Pittsburgh!

12/26/2025

Please join us on Tuesday, January 6th at 6 pm for the development activities meeting regarding the Pittsburgh Golf Club renovation project. Link to rsvp on the SHUC calendar under event link.

12/18/2025

✨🕎 A huge thank you to our incredible sponsors for making the 3rd Night of 2025 Chanukah Menorah Lighting in the Squirrel Hill Business District so special and memorable!
We are deeply grateful to Chabad of Squirrel Hill, Brandywine Communities, Friendship Circle, and Our Giving Kitchen for their generous support and sponsorship in bringing this beautiful celebration to life.
🎶 Special thanks to the Allderdice Band, led by Squirrel Hill Treasure Brian Lee, for an incredible performance that truly lit up the night.
👏 We also extend our sincere appreciation to our elected and community leaders who joined us in celebration: Dan Gilman, David Knoll, Pittsburgh School Board President Gene Walker, incoming Chief of Staff for Corey O’Connor, incoming Police Chief and Squirrel Hill Treasure Jason Lando, City Controller Rachel Heisler, Councilmember Barb Warwick, and Rabbi Yisroel Altein.
Thank you to everyone who supported, attended, and helped host this joyful event honoring our Jewish community. Together, you made it a beautiful, fun, and meaningful night for Squirrel Hill. 💙✨
And finally Special thanks to Giant Eagle for donating the canned goods for Our Giving Kitchen’s canned-food Menorah, which will be donated to the Squirrel Hill JFCS Food Pantry 💙
✨🕎SHUC wishes your family peace and light this holiday season, Happy Chanukah!💙✨

12/17/2025

⛄️🏠🍪❄️Shout out to the charming gingerbread display featuring some gingerbread representation of Squirrel Hill Businesses and even of Mr. Rogers for the 23RD ANNUAL
GINGERBREAD HOUSE DISPLAY & COMPETITION at Pittsburgh’s City County Building!Make sure to check out !
2025 Display Dates & Hours:
November 22- December 31
Monday - Friday, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturdays & Sundays, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (please use Ross St. Entrance)
CLOSED: Christmas Day

Address

5604 Solway Street
Pittsburgh, PA
15217

Telephone

+14124227666

Website

http://www.SHUC.org/

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