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    Hot Chocolate Holiday Party

    Don’t miss the Hot Chocolate Holiday Party taking place on Tuesday, December 9th from 12-6 at Nafasi on Centre!

    Register Here

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    Free Food Distribution

    Mark your calendars! The next Free Food Distribution at Nafasi on Centre, 2145 Centre Avenue, will take place on Friday, December 12th at 11:00 AM!

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    Small Business Hours

    Learn how to start or grow your small business with experts during Small Business Hours!

    Book Now

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    Pre-Kwanzaa Celebration

    Join us for a Pre-Kwanzaa Celebration this holiday season and learn about this culturally significant holiday. Taking place Tuesday, December 16 from 4-8 PM at Nafasi on Centre.

    Register Here

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    Support the Restoration of the Historic New Granada

    Support the return of the Historic New Granada – Donate today!

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People

The Hill CDC is committed to the social and economic development of Hill District residents, many of whom have been historically disadvantaged. A variety of programs are offered for business owners, entrepreneurs, aspiring homeowners, creatives and culture workers.

  • Nafasi
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Place

The Hill CDC leads the planning and redevelopment efforts for the neighborhood on behalf of residents and stakeholders of the Hill District. With over $2 Billion of development slated for the area, the Hill CDC is focused on commercial revitalization and affordable homeownership. Equitable outcomes that foster place-keeping and transformative economic investment is the cornerstone of the Hill CDC’s work.

  • New Granada Square
  • HD Rising
  • Affordable Home Ownership Hill District 100

Policy

The Hill CDC is guided by the Greater Hill District Master Plan. This community-endorsed vision establishes fundamental values and development principles that are central to positive activities and healthy neighborhood development. The Hill CDC focuses on land-use policy, social and economic equity, and centering community voice.

  • Commercial Redevelopment Task Force
  • DRP Approved Projects
  • Development Review Panel: All Projects Under Review
  • Lower Hill Block E
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β˜•β„οΈGet ready to shop tomorrow at the Hot Chocolate Holiday Party at Nafasi on Centre!
From 12–6 PM at 2145 Centre Ave, you can:
β€’ Explore handmade jewelry, dΓ©cor, and stationery from ES & P
β€’ Pick up custom engraved business cards from Million Dollar Sis
β€’ Find crystals, jewelry, and herbal blends from Onyx Eve Boutique
β€’ Treat your skin with natural, vegan products from Nakabindo Skincare

Come through, grab a cup of hot chocolate, and support these amazing local vendors while you shop for holiday gifts!

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1970791738141?aff=oddtdtcreator

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β˜•β„οΈGet ready to shop tomorrow at the Hot Chocolate Holiday Party at Nafasi on Centre! 
From 12–6 PM at 2145 Centre Ave, you can:
β€’ Explore handmade jewelry, dΓ©cor, and stationery from ES & P
β€’ Pick up custom engraved business cards from Million Dollar Sis
β€’ Find crystals, jewelry, and herbal blends from Onyx Eve Boutique
β€’ Treat your skin with natural, vegan products from Nakabindo Skincare

Come through, grab a cup of hot chocolate, and support these amazing local vendors while you shop for holiday gifts!

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1970791738141?aff=oddtdtcreator

β˜•β„οΈGet ready to shop tomorrow at the Hot Chocolate Holiday Party at Nafasi on Centre!
From 12–6 PM at 2145 Centre Ave, you can:
β€’ Explore handmade jewelry, dΓ©cor, and stationery from ES & P
β€’ Pick up custom engraved business cards from Million Dollar Sis
β€’ Find crystals, jewelry, and herbal blends from Onyx Eve Boutique
β€’ Treat your skin with natural, vegan products from Nakabindo Skincare

Come through, grab a cup of hot chocolate, and support these amazing local vendors while you shop for holiday gifts!

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1970791738141?aff=oddtdtcreator
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Opening night of Suga & Soul was radiant. Hill Dance Academy Theatre has introduced Pittsburgh to a new holiday tradition that uplifts the spirit of the Hill District and honors its legacy through artistry and celebration. Written by Hill District native Kim El and directed by Debbie Blunden-Diggs, with music by Cliff Barnes, James Johnson III, and Carolyne Perteete, the production draws from community memory, ancestral presence, and the pull of returning home.

At the center of the story is Mia Stallworth, portrayed by the multi-talented Erika Durden. A 30-year-old dancer living in Brazil, Mia returns to Pittsburgh for Christmas after seven years away, drawn by family ties and holiday memories in the Hill District. What she finds instead is a neighborhood reshaped by time. Her favorite bakery is gone, familiar streets feel altered, and the place she longed for feels unfamiliar.

Mia’s return unfolds as an emotional, spiritual, and cultural journey. Guided by ancestral figures from past, present, and future, she moves through loss, reflection, and revelation. These encounters ground her in a deeper truth: restoration is shaped as much by inner discovery as by what we return to. Her path offers a resonant meditation on memory, heritage, and home.

The production places Hill District landmarks and history at the heart of the story. Expressive choreography blends contemporary movement with African diasporic influences drawn from Mia’s life in Brazil, while the music carries soul, warmth, and a rich storytelling lineage.

A standout feature is the multigenerational cast. Elders such as Etta Cox and Sheldon Ingram perform alongside youth and emerging artists like Marissa Lily, bringing humor, wisdom, and heart.

There is still time to experience this holiday production. Performances continue Saturday at 2 PM and 8 PM, and Sunday at 2 PM. Get tickets here: https://www.5678hdat.org/event-details/sugar-and-soul-2025-12-07-14-00
Suga & Soul is a stirring new tradition rooted in community. If you see playwright Kim El around the neighborhood, thank her for the gift she has given us all!

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Opening night of Suga & Soul was radiant. Hill Dance Academy Theatre has introduced Pittsburgh to a new holiday tradition that uplifts the spirit of the Hill District and honors its legacy through artistry and celebration. Written by Hill District native Kim El and directed by Debbie Blunden-Diggs, with music by Cliff Barnes, James Johnson III, and Carolyne Perteete, the production draws from community memory, ancestral presence, and the pull of returning home.

At the center of the story is Mia Stallworth, portrayed by the multi-talented Erika Durden. A 30-year-old dancer living in Brazil, Mia returns to Pittsburgh for Christmas after seven years away, drawn by family ties and holiday memories in the Hill District. What she finds instead is a neighborhood reshaped by time. Her favorite bakery is gone, familiar streets feel altered, and the place she longed for feels unfamiliar.

Mia’s return unfolds as an emotional, spiritual, and cultural journey. Guided by ancestral figures from past, present, and future, she moves through loss, reflection, and revelation. These encounters ground her in a deeper truth: restoration is shaped as much by inner discovery as by what we return to. Her path offers a resonant meditation on memory, heritage, and home.

The production places Hill District landmarks and history at the heart of the story. Expressive choreography blends contemporary movement with African diasporic influences drawn from Mia’s life in Brazil, while the music carries soul, warmth, and a rich storytelling lineage.

A standout feature is the multigenerational cast. Elders such as Etta Cox and Sheldon Ingram perform alongside youth and emerging artists like Marissa Lily, bringing humor, wisdom, and heart. 

There is still time to experience this holiday production. Performances continue Saturday at 2 PM and 8 PM, and Sunday at 2 PM.  Get tickets here:  https://www.5678hdat.org/event-details/sugar-and-soul-2025-12-07-14-00
Suga & Soul is a stirring new tradition rooted in community. If you see playwright Kim El around the neighborhood, thank her for the gift she has given us all!

Opening night of Suga & Soul was radiant. Hill Dance Academy Theatre has introduced Pittsburgh to a new holiday tradition that uplifts the spirit of the Hill District and honors its legacy through artistry and celebration. Written by Hill District native Kim El and directed by Debbie Blunden-Diggs, with music by Cliff Barnes, James Johnson III, and Carolyne Perteete, the production draws from community memory, ancestral presence, and the pull of returning home.

At the center of the story is Mia Stallworth, portrayed by the multi-talented Erika Durden. A 30-year-old dancer living in Brazil, Mia returns to Pittsburgh for Christmas after seven years away, drawn by family ties and holiday memories in the Hill District. What she finds instead is a neighborhood reshaped by time. Her favorite bakery is gone, familiar streets feel altered, and the place she longed for feels unfamiliar.

Mia’s return unfolds as an emotional, spiritual, and cultural journey. Guided by ancestral figures from past, present, and future, she moves through loss, reflection, and revelation. These encounters ground her in a deeper truth: restoration is shaped as much by inner discovery as by what we return to. Her path offers a resonant meditation on memory, heritage, and home.

The production places Hill District landmarks and history at the heart of the story. Expressive choreography blends contemporary movement with African diasporic influences drawn from Mia’s life in Brazil, while the music carries soul, warmth, and a rich storytelling lineage.

A standout feature is the multigenerational cast. Elders such as Etta Cox and Sheldon Ingram perform alongside youth and emerging artists like Marissa Lily, bringing humor, wisdom, and heart.

There is still time to experience this holiday production. Performances continue Saturday at 2 PM and 8 PM, and Sunday at 2 PM. Get tickets here: https://www.5678hdat.org/event-details/sugar-and-soul-2025-12-07-14-00
Suga & Soul is a stirring new tradition rooted in community. If you see playwright Kim El around the neighborhood, thank her for the gift she has given us all!
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πŸ“’ Missed the latest Weekend Roundup? Catch up now!

🎭 Suga and Soul opens with energy and heart as a new Hill District holiday tradition
πŸ™οΈ A look back at the Hill’s historic movie theaters and their legacy
πŸ“š Community seeks a stronger role in shaping Pittsburgh Public Schools closure plans
βš–οΈ Summer Lee advances federal action to address discriminatory AI
πŸ”‘ Distinguished Pittsburghers set to receive Keys to the City, with a new ceremony date coming soon

πŸ“– Read the full edition: https://ow.ly/pWRU50XFGF9
πŸ“ Sign up to get future editions here: https://ow.ly/hiNA50XFGFf

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πŸ“’ Missed the latest Weekend Roundup? Catch up now!

🎭 Suga and Soul opens with energy and heart as a new Hill District holiday tradition
πŸ™οΈ A look back at the Hill’s historic movie theaters and their legacy
πŸ“š Community seeks a stronger role in shaping Pittsburgh Public Schools closure plans
βš–οΈ Summer Lee advances federal action to address discriminatory AI
πŸ”‘ Distinguished Pittsburghers set to receive Keys to the City, with a new ceremony date coming soon

πŸ“– Read the full edition: https://ow.ly/pWRU50XFGF9
πŸ“ Sign up to get future editions here: https://ow.ly/hiNA50XFGFf

πŸ“’ Missed the latest Weekend Roundup? Catch up now!

🎭 Suga and Soul opens with energy and heart as a new Hill District holiday tradition
πŸ™οΈ A look back at the Hill’s historic movie theaters and their legacy
πŸ“š Community seeks a stronger role in shaping Pittsburgh Public Schools closure plans
βš–οΈ Summer Lee advances federal action to address discriminatory AI
πŸ”‘ Distinguished Pittsburghers set to receive Keys to the City, with a new ceremony date coming soon

πŸ“– Read the full edition: https://ow.ly/pWRU50XFGF9
πŸ“ Sign up to get future editions here: https://ow.ly/hiNA50XFGFf
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πŸ“†Mark your calendars! Happening Friday!
The next Community Food Distribution is happening on Friday, December 12th @ 11:00 AM at Nafasi on Centre!

πŸ“ Nafasi on Centre (2145 Centre Ave)
πŸ›οΈ Free groceries. First come, first served. Bring a tote or carry box!

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πŸ“†Mark your  calendars! Happening Friday!
The next Community Food Distribution is happening on Friday, December 12th @ 11:00 AM at Nafasi on Centre!

πŸ“ Nafasi on Centre (2145 Centre Ave)
πŸ›οΈ Free groceries. First come, first served. Bring a tote or carry box!

πŸ“†Mark your calendars! Happening Friday!
The next Community Food Distribution is happening on Friday, December 12th @ 11:00 AM at Nafasi on Centre!

πŸ“ Nafasi on Centre (2145 Centre Ave)
πŸ›οΈ Free groceries. First come, first served. Bring a tote or carry box!
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β˜•πŸŽ„πŸ«β„οΈJoin us for a Hot Chocolate Party in the Hill next Tuesday, December 9th!

The Hill CDC invites you to a warm and joyful holiday gathering at Nafasi. Enjoy rich hot chocolate, sweet treats, sing-alongs to holiday favorites, and a live singer bringing the season to life. Santa will be there for photos and cheer. Shop local artisans and small businesses to keep holiday dollars in our community. Come solo and meet new neighbors, or bring the whole family and create new memories. Add this holiday stop to your list of favorite things.

πŸ”— RSVP Today. Space is limited.
Reserve your spot for the Hot Chocolate Party on December 9:
https://www.eventbrite.com/.../hot-chocolate-holiday

✨ Join us for community connections and neighborly love in the Hill District this holiday!

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β˜•πŸŽ„πŸ«β„οΈJoin us for a Hot Chocolate Party in the Hill next Tuesday, December 9th!

The Hill CDC invites you to a warm and joyful holiday gathering at Nafasi. Enjoy rich hot chocolate, sweet treats, sing-alongs to holiday favorites, and a live singer bringing the season to life. Santa will be there for photos and cheer. Shop local artisans and small businesses to keep holiday dollars in our community. Come solo and meet new neighbors, or bring the whole family and create new memories. Add this holiday stop to your list of favorite things.

πŸ”— RSVP Today. Space is limited.
Reserve your spot for the Hot Chocolate Party on December 9:
https://www.eventbrite.com/.../hot-chocolate-holiday

✨ Join us for community connections and neighborly love in the Hill District this holiday!

β˜•πŸŽ„πŸ«β„οΈJoin us for a Hot Chocolate Party in the Hill next Tuesday, December 9th!

The Hill CDC invites you to a warm and joyful holiday gathering at Nafasi. Enjoy rich hot chocolate, sweet treats, sing-alongs to holiday favorites, and a live singer bringing the season to life. Santa will be there for photos and cheer. Shop local artisans and small businesses to keep holiday dollars in our community. Come solo and meet new neighbors, or bring the whole family and create new memories. Add this holiday stop to your list of favorite things.

πŸ”— RSVP Today. Space is limited.
Reserve your spot for the Hot Chocolate Party on December 9:
https://www.eventbrite.com/.../hot-chocolate-holiday

✨ Join us for community connections and neighborly love in the Hill District this holiday!
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Join the August Wilson House this holiday season for a closing exhibit of Samuel Rosenberg’s The Watermelon Market. This evocative painting turns the simple act of selling fruit into a testament to resilience, survival, ambition, and the entrepreneurial spirit of Black Americans who journeyed from the South to the North to build a livingβ€”or, like Boy Willie in August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson, to claim land, build legacy, and pursue possibility.
πŸ“… A special look back at AWH`s 2025 programming
🎨 Final exhibition viewing
πŸ’‘ Entrepreneurial spotlights
πŸ† Award presentation
🎢 Seasonal music & refreshments
Date: December 13, 2025
Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: August Wilson House
1727 Bedford Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA
Due to limited capacity, registration is required. Reserve your spot.
https://tinyurl.com/yc48yu4d

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Join the August Wilson House this holiday season for a closing exhibit of Samuel Rosenberg’s The Watermelon Market. This evocative painting turns the simple act of selling fruit into a testament to resilience, survival, ambition, and the entrepreneurial spirit of Black Americans who journeyed from the South to the North to build a livingβ€”or, like Boy Willie in August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson, to claim land, build legacy, and pursue possibility.
πŸ“… A special look back at AWH's 2025 programming
🎨 Final exhibition viewing
πŸ’‘ Entrepreneurial spotlights
πŸ† Award presentation
🎢 Seasonal music & refreshments
Date: December 13, 2025
Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: August Wilson House
1727 Bedford Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA
Due to limited capacity, registration is required. Reserve your spot. 
https://tinyurl.com/yc48yu4d

Join the August Wilson House this holiday season for a closing exhibit of Samuel Rosenberg’s The Watermelon Market. This evocative painting turns the simple act of selling fruit into a testament to resilience, survival, ambition, and the entrepreneurial spirit of Black Americans who journeyed from the South to the North to build a livingβ€”or, like Boy Willie in August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson, to claim land, build legacy, and pursue possibility.
πŸ“… A special look back at AWH`s 2025 programming
🎨 Final exhibition viewing
πŸ’‘ Entrepreneurial spotlights
πŸ† Award presentation
🎢 Seasonal music & refreshments
Date: December 13, 2025
Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: August Wilson House
1727 Bedford Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA
Due to limited capacity, registration is required. Reserve your spot.
https://tinyurl.com/yc48yu4d
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🍎This month, we are inviting you to let us know about a Hill District family who could use some extra support with groceries.

If you know someone in need, please share their name with us using the link below. Our goal is to support up to 16 Hill District families at this time, each with a $40 ALDI gift card.

We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to the Pittsburgh Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. for making this possible. Your partnership helps us continue to lift each other up and provide for our community.

πŸ“If you know a family who could use our support, share here: https://ow.ly/9T7R50XAVAt

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🍎This month, we are inviting you to let us know about a Hill District family who could use some extra support with groceries. 

If you know someone in need, please share their name with us using the link below. Our goal is to support up to 16 Hill District families at this time, each with a $40 ALDI gift card.

We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to the Pittsburgh Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. for making this possible. Your partnership helps us continue to lift each other up and provide for our community.

πŸ“If you know a family who could use our support, share here: https://ow.ly/9T7R50XAVAt

🍎This month, we are inviting you to let us know about a Hill District family who could use some extra support with groceries.

If you know someone in need, please share their name with us using the link below. Our goal is to support up to 16 Hill District families at this time, each with a $40 ALDI gift card.

We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to the Pittsburgh Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. for making this possible. Your partnership helps us continue to lift each other up and provide for our community.

πŸ“If you know a family who could use our support, share here: https://ow.ly/9T7R50XAVAt
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πŸ™οΈ Iconic Pittsburghers to be Recognized
This Friday, Mayor Gainey will honor a remarkable group of Pittsburgh leaders at the Keys to the City ceremony, including Roger Humphries, Sam Clancy, Judge Kim Clark, Dr. Jim Withers, Professor David Harris, Retired Judge Cynthia A. Baldwin, and two beloved figures receiving their official keys, Sala Udin and Doris Carson Williams.

Join the city in lifting up the people who helped shape our neighborhoods, our culture, and our future!
πŸ“… Friday, Dec 5 at 10 AM
πŸ“ City-County Building Lobby
#KeysToTheCity

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πŸ™οΈ Iconic Pittsburghers to be Recognized
This Friday, Mayor Gainey will honor a remarkable group of Pittsburgh leaders at the Keys to the City ceremony, including Roger Humphries, Sam Clancy, Judge Kim Clark, Dr. Jim Withers, Professor David Harris, Retired Judge Cynthia A. Baldwin, and two beloved figures receiving their official keys, Sala Udin and Doris Carson Williams.

Join the city in lifting up the people who helped shape our neighborhoods, our culture, and our future!
πŸ“… Friday, Dec 5 at 10 AM
πŸ“ City-County Building Lobby
#KeysToTheCity

πŸ™οΈ Iconic Pittsburghers to be Recognized
This Friday, Mayor Gainey will honor a remarkable group of Pittsburgh leaders at the Keys to the City ceremony, including Roger Humphries, Sam Clancy, Judge Kim Clark, Dr. Jim Withers, Professor David Harris, Retired Judge Cynthia A. Baldwin, and two beloved figures receiving their official keys, Sala Udin and Doris Carson Williams.

Join the city in lifting up the people who helped shape our neighborhoods, our culture, and our future!
πŸ“… Friday, Dec 5 at 10 AM
πŸ“ City-County Building Lobby
#KeysToTheCity
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December 9, 2025 @ 12:00 pm

Hot Chocolate Holiday Party

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Small Business Hours with the University of Pittsburgh Institute for Entreprenurial Excellence

December 12, 2025 @ 11:00 am

Free Food Distribution at Nafasi on Centre

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