My office, above the Starbucks at Forbes and Murray Avenues, is open Monday through Thursday next week from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Stop by to learn more about the state services we provide.
Please note that the office will be closed on Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.
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Safe Caucus Press Conference Highlighting Community Anti-Violence Funding
As co-chair of the PA Safe Caucus, I led a press conference this week to celebrate the tireless efforts of the community-based violence interruption programs across the Commonwealth. Their lifesaving, community-building work isn’t fast, and it isn’t cheap. Effective violence intervention is built on relationships, trust, and a sustained presence in the community.
I will continue to advocate for full funding of these programs because when they have the resources they need, lives are saved, families stay together, neighborhoods become safer, and local economies grow stronger.
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House passage of the Lead Testing Bill
One of the most preventable threats to a child’s health is lead exposure, yet too many Pennsylvania children are never tested until the damage is already done. This week, the House passed legislation requiring lead testing for all children before age 2 and ensuring that private insurance covers the cost. The need is especially clear in Allegheny County, where more than 10,000 children were tested in 2023, and 278 were found to have elevated blood lead levels. Universal screening will help identify exposure earlier, connect families with resources sooner and protect more children from lifelong developmental and health challenges.
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Community Events and Resources
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Three Rivers Arts Festival
Through Sunday, June 14 | Arts Landing, Cultural District
Come to the 67th annual Three Rivers Arts Festival for a weekend of free music and art in Pittsburgh’s newest civic space in the Cultural District. Pack a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the show. Find the lineup of musical and visual artists here.
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Allegheny RiverTrail Park Summer Concert Series
Friday, June 12, 5–9 p.m. | Allegheny RiverTrail Park, Aspinwall
Enjoy a free evening of live music along the waterfront as the Allegheny RiverTrail Park Summer Concert Series returns for its sixth season. June’s featured performers are Larry Campbell and Teresa Williams, joined by food trucks, drinks for purchase, and beautiful riverfront views.
Learn more about the free summer concert series here.
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The Citizen Science Lab: Planting Roots
Saturday, June 13, 11 a.m.–noon | Riverlife’s Shore Thing, 2 Federal St.
Riverlife will host The Citizen Science Lab’s “Planting Roots” program as part of its Shore Thing summer series. This free educational activity introduces young students to the basics of plant life, including how plants grow, reproduce, and contribute to everyday life. Participants will also create their own wildflower seed bombs, which can be planted to support pollinators and add native wildflowers to gardens and green spaces.
The event is free and open to families.
Learn more and register here.
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Lawrenceville Pride Festival
Saturday, June 13, 12–8 p.m. | 118 52nd St.
Join friends and neighbors for the 4th annual Lawrenceville Pride celebrations, with performances, activities and food from local vendors all day long.
Learn more here.
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Shadyside Summer Music Series: Denizen
Saturday, June 13, 3–6 p.m. | Filbert Street, just off of Walnut
Summer is arriving in Shadyside with an afternoon of live music, local shopping, and outdoor dining. Visitors can stroll Walnut Street, explore neighborhood boutiques, enjoy a meal at one of Shadyside’s many restaurants, and, for guests 21 and older, sip wine by the glass from Red Stallion Wines while taking in the music of Denizen, an Irish folk group.
Learn more and look for updates here.
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Try-Athletes Program: Free Roller Skating Lessons
Sunday, June 14, 10–11 a.m. | Schenley Park Skating Rink
Pittsburgh CitiParks is offering free roller skating lessons through its new Try-Athletes program, which introduces residents to outdoor recreational activities in a beginner-friendly setting. Participants will receive a 45-minute lesson followed by 15 minutes of free skating time at the Schenley Park Skating Rink. Lessons are open to ages 5 and older, including adults. Participants are encouraged to bring their own quad or inline skates, though a limited number of rental skates are available. Safety equipment, including helmets and pads, is recommended.
Learn more and register for this session or a future one here.
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Summer Food Service Program Begins
Weekdays | Select library locations
Free summer meals are available for youth ages 18 and younger, as well as individuals with disabilities up to age 21, at select library locations, including Homewood and East Liberty. The program helps ensure children have access to nutritious meals while school is out and is offered in partnership with Pittsburgh CitiParks through the federally funded Summer Food Service Program.
Learn more here.
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Pennsylvania State Capitol
152 Main Capitol Building
PO Box 202023
Harrisburg, PA 17120
(717) 705-1875
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District Office
2345 Murray Avenue
Suite 205
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
(412) 422-1774
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