As a new semester begins, students all over Pittsburgh are beginning to think about their future plans. For many students, these plans involve finding housing for the summer and the upcoming year. With all of the neighborhoods available to choose from, it can get pretty confusing. From what looking I’ve personally done over the past couple of years, I can say that Bloomfield certainly tops the list of many University of Pittsburgh students.

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The Department of Environmental Protection is looking to help small businesses become more energy efficient. With the growing concerns for the environment and saving money, this is a great way to get started.

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Good news Bloomfield, there’s a new performance series in the area. The Pittsburgh Dance & Theatre Arts studio that recently moved into the space under W.G. Grinders and Starbucks has started a monthly cabaret. Saturday, November 7 was the first performance of the cabaret, with its theme of “The Psycho Go Go!” The cabaret featured performances like B movie comedy and horror by Stage Fright, the blues styling of Gypsy Piano Blues, a belly dancing performance by Sadira, hip-hop artist Lucid Music and the Psycho Go Go Dancers. The whole performance was hosted by Dr. Mirakle and Scumbelina.

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Quantum Theatre, a company that doesn’t believe in the use of traditional performing spaces, is coming to Bloomfield with its latest production, Leonard Bernstein’s Candide. For this production, Quantum Theatre decided to make use of the old Don Allen Auto City Chevrolet building for its unique ability to connect with the audience, and also to add its own level of interpretation. Candide is a play about the best of all possible worlds, and by having it in this abandoned car company, Quantum Theatre adds a new layer of irony. With the failing car industry and the economy, an empty garage is the perfect location for a play that looks at the disillusionment of an optimist.

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Looking for some adventure this fall? Well you’re in luck: Urban Hike is having a scavenger hunt in Bloomfield on Saturday, October 24. All you need to participate is a digital camera and a connecting cable, so you can download your pictures onto a computer at the end to tally up your score.

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Don’t forget that the 24th Annual Columbus Day Parade will be happening tomorrow, Saturday, October 10, 2009. The parade, starting at 11, will follow Liberty Avenue from Baum Boulevard to the Bloomfield Bridge.

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Bloomfield has gotten recognized in the news again. In the recently updated New York Post article “Steel Yourself for a whole new Pittsburgh“, Bloomfield was one of eight neighborhoods recognized for defining the city of Pittsburgh. The article looks at how Pittsburgh has redeveloped its industry and neighborhoods since the 1970s:

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We’re interested in telling the stories of the businesses of Bloomfield. If you’re a Bloomfield business owner with a story about your connection to our community, please email John and we’ll get in touch with you to set up an interview. Don’t miss this opportunity to tell your story!

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The Cancer Caring Center located here in Bloomfield is looking for your support, and all you have to do to help is walk. On Sunday, September 13, 2009 the center is holding Walk at the Waterfront, a fundraising pledge walk that begins at 11. The walk is only half an hour and goes along the walking path around the Waterfront.

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Bloomfield is a walkers’ paradise. With its wide sidewalks, numerous restaurants and shops along Liberty Avenue, it’s not hard to see why. We recently wrote about a Pittsburgh Tribune Review article that mentioned Bloomfield’s walkability, and this week’s Pop City article “Walk this Way: Pittsburgh’s Walkable Neighborhoods” gives similar praise, even including several photos of our pedestrian-friendly neighborhood.

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