SouthWedge.org

Rochester's South Wedge Neighborhood Social Network

SouthWedge.org was built on behalf of the South Wedge Planning Committee (SWPC) to empower South Wedge residents to connect and build a sustainable community through open dialog & local business promotion.

Members

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Groups

Bridge or Euchre anyone? (1 member)
Cunning Linguists' Scrabble Club (9 members)

SOUTHWEDGE HISTORY AND MAPS (6 members)
DWAC (8 members)

Averill Ave Block Group (6 members)
Southwedge Writers (5 members)

South Wedge Musicians (4 members)
SOUTHWEDGE DOGS (20 members)

Southwedge Cats (9 members)
South Wedge Landlords (2 members)

South Wedge Travelers (3 members)
South Wedge Grafffit Crew (7 members)

Knitting Kninjas (5 members)
Sanford Street - Block Group (6 members)

PAC-TAC (5 members)
yoga in the wedge (10 members)

Southwedge Art-lovers (15 members)
South Wedge Locavores (16 members)

South Wedge Gardeners (25 members)
South Wedge Gay Neighbors (14 members)

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Latest Activity

JoAnn left a comment for Marta 1 day ago

Alex joined SouthWedge.org. Leave a Comment for Alex. 1 day ago

rachel and Carrie are now friends

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Nancy O'Donnell started a discussion called August Wedge Features SouthWedge.org Jul 22

rachel and Steph are now friends

Jul 22

rachel left a comment for Carrie Jul 22

Scott Hewitt's profile changed Jul 22

Scott Hewitt added a photo: Coco sunning herself

Jul 22

Robin Cass started a discussion called recent crime? Jul 21

Carrie left a comment for Steph Jul 21

Steph joined SouthWedge.org. Leave a Comment for Steph. Jul 21

Carrie's profile changed Jul 20

Announcements

Thanks for all your support on the riverfront development project. The developer is submitting changes to the original plans! We'll keep you posted.

Events

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DubbleStuff
August 12, 2008 at 8pm – Boulder Coffee Co.
Wedgestock 2008
August 24, 2008 at 2pm – Highland Park - At the Bowl
"Cinema at Sunset" Film Festival
August 26, 2008 at 6pm to August 30, 2008 at 6pm – Highland Bowl

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Forum

August Wedge Features SouthWedge.org

Don't miss your August issue of the Wedge Newspaper available in your local shops and cafes next week. Along with a feature story by Ben Munson on SouthWedge.org, you'll find updates on River Park ...

Started by Nancy O'Donnell in Local Events & Activities Jul 22.

recent crime?

Hi all, Does anyone know anything about this stabbing that happened on Hickory St last Friday? http://rochesterhomepage.net/content/full

Tagged: crime

Started by Robin Cass in Uncategorized Jul 21.

Coming home... 9 Replies

Greetings! I am getting out f the Army in a few months and will be coming back to Rochester. I grew up on Linden St and my family has lived in the Wedge ferevah! My first job was as a clerk at Lau...

Tagged: Army, home, Varga, resume, career

Started by Joe Varga in Local Business. Last reply by Joe Varga Jul 10.

Bicyclists doing break-ins 3 Replies

Hi everyone, just a heads up. My husband was just having a conversation with our neighbor and he informed him that some guys he went to school with are known for checking out neighborhoods on bike ...

Started by Julie in Uncategorized. Last reply by Robert Lauterbach Jul 10.

Interested in being Interviewed for the SW paper? 2 Replies

Hey everyone! My name is Reema Singh and I'm going to be a junior at the University of Rochester. This summer I am working as an Urban Fellow intern at the South Wedge Planning Committee on commun...

Started by Reema Singh in Uncategorized. Last reply by Reema Singh Jul 9.

south-wedge.com broken? 4 Replies

this is a minor topic, but kinda important to me because I am still in Oklahoma for a few more months and really only have Internet contact to "back home." I have tried opening the SWPC page (sout...

Tagged: south-wedge, internet, SWPC

Started by Joe Varga in Uncategorized. Last reply by Jeff Jul 7.

Crisis center Crisis! 88 Replies

Hey Southwedgers-I spoke with another southwedgian earlier concerning the "Crisis Center" on the corner of hamilton and south. Living right in that area, this place makes me really nervous, and the...

Started by Eliza in Uncategorized. Last reply by Kristin Jun 28.

1 Bedroom Lower Apartment Available- Linden Street

Spacious and gracious 1 Bedroom apartment on Linden Street between South Avenue and Mt. Hope in the vibrant South Wedge neighborhood. This large first floor apartment features an eat-in kitchen wit...

Tagged: Linden, rent, for, apartment

Started by Houseparts in Real Estate & Development Jun 28.

River Park - Displacement of Residents - Are you a landlord? 11 Replies

The current residents of River Park are being located. Some of the residents have lived there for between 20 and 30 years and want to stay in the South Wedge. If you are a landlord and would like t...

Started by Robert Boyd in Uncategorized. Last reply by Robert Boyd Jun 23.

community garden 2 Replies

I remember seeing an event pertaining to a community garden a week or so ago. What came of it? I am a recent inductee into southwedge.org and was still just snooping around the site at the time, so...

Started by Adam in Uncategorized. Last reply by Darren Jun 21.

Blog Posts

Monroe County Wiki

I am encouraging people to submit pages. Real content please! You can even add this social network. I am looking for people that will be honest and post responsibly. I am tired of RocWiki and the people there are very caustic. They stifle free speech and economic prosperity. I would like to give people the opportunity to take a look. I would enjoy feedback and any positive comments and constructive criticism you have to offer. Please go here and add anything relevant to Monroe County! http://… Continue

Posted by Tony Morelle on July 15th, 2008 at 11:01pm — No Comments (Add)

Art, tart, fart.

Dear South Wedge, Sorry it's been so long since we've spoken but I've been so busy you see, and I've remained so with my job working at the Tap and Mallet. Before you ask; I wash dishes. It's awesome. Today I tried doing some artwork. Normally I do very little artwork during the summer because I dedicate the rest of the year to making it. I spend the time thinking about things I'll do, mulling over ideas and concepts. Some of my art friends like to tell me about these great projects the… Continue

Posted by Justin on July 5th, 2008 at 6:09pm — No Comments (Add)

Crime on Linden St.

I guess you can say I am the night sentry of my corner of my block. I am a night owl, but there are good things that come out of being that way. I have deterred a number of crimes from coming to fruition against many people's property. I keep a watchful eye with the goings-on around here in my stretch of my street. I am basically taking up the mantle that my family started back in the 1970's. Everyone watched everyone else's home, car, and street. This used to be a good place to raise a family… Continue

Posted by Tony Morelle on June 25th, 2008 at 2:38pm — No Comments (Add)

Know Anyone Looking for a Place in the Wedge?

I am looking for a house mate to share a spacious two bedroom, one and a half bath home on Cypress Street. I am quiet and clean and have two friendly dogs. Looking for someone who is tidy and low key to split utilities and rent. Available immediately. $450 + 1/2 utilities. Spread the word & let me know! Thank you, Joanne

Posted by Joanne on June 23rd, 2008 at 11:16pm — No Comments (Add)

UPDATE: Dog Walkers Against Crime

DWAC will now meet at 8pm at the park starting JULY 8th!!! We know some folks get out of work later AND the criminals aren't always around during rush hour. I hope to see everyone tomorrow, JUNE 24th, at 6pm!!! Thank you and WOOF! -KAYA