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18XX Pine St. Mail Bomb Likely Not Hate Crime
The
FBI & Bur. of Alcohol, Tobacco & Firearms have taken over the
investigation of the 18XX Pine mail bombing from the PPD. While the
investigation continues, authorities at this time do not believe the
incident was a hate crime.
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Office Closure
In
observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday, CCRA will closed on Thursday,
11/24 and Friday, 11/25. The office will reopen on Monday, 11/28.
No Trash Collection on Thurs, 11/24
Addresses with Thursday pickup will be collected on Fri, 11/25.
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Solarize Center City Update
Learn how to "get off the grid" by outfitting your home with
rooftop solar panels being provided at a special discount to CCRA
members. Our next information session:
Thursday 12/1 @ 5:30pm @ the Dwight D, 256 S. 16th Street.
We
are also planning additional gatherings, including at area coffee shops
and hot spots. If you'd be willing to gather your neighbors to host us
or have suggestions for great venues in the area, please don't hesitate
to let us know. Call 215-939-6699 or email info@solar-states.com. Don't forget, CCRA members get an additional five cents off per watt, which means hundreds of dollars saved on your solar!
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Zoning Remapping Public Mtg, Wed, 12/7, 6 - 8pm, Independence Charter School, 1600 Lombard St.
CCRA
and the Philadelphia Planning Commission will host a public meeting
regarding remapping the zoning designations in the area between Broad
and 19th Street and Spruce and Rodman Street (see areas 13 and 14 in the
map attached).
The southern boundary stops short of South Street because the area
between Rodman and South Streets was the subject of an earlier meeting.
The proposed remapping has been suggested by CCRA's remapping committee
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Center City Sacred Spaces Free Tour Sun, 12/11, 1-4pm
For those who walk by our neighborhood's houses of worship but have yet to view their splendid interiors, join CCRA's self-guided tour
which can be commenced at any of twelve participating congregations
each of which will have a map and booklet describing tour stops. The
congregations opening their doors to the public are:
Arch Street Presbyterian Church, 18th & Arch
Arch Street United Methodist Church, Broad & Arch
First Presbyterian Church, 21st & Walnut
First Unitarian Church, 22nd & Chestnut
Holy Trinity, Rittenhouse Square, 19th & Walnut
Liberti Church and First Baptist Church, 17th and Sansom
Lutheran Church of the Holy Communion, 21st & Chestnut
St. Mark's Episcopal Church, Locust St. btwn 16th and 17th
St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Church, 20th & Locust
The Shambhala Meditation Center,2030 Sansom St, 4th Fl.
Tenth Presbyterian Church (2:15-4pm), 17th & Spruce
Trinity Memorial Church, 22nd & Spruce
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Happy Hour with your Philadelphia Council-at-Large members, Wed, 12/14, 2016 at 6 PM, at Victor's Bar, 2101 Chestnut St.
CCRA
has many events with officials representing districts in our footprint.
We're honored to provide this event to meet our Council-at-Large
members. Each will speak for a couple minutes about their 2017 focus and
then mingle. This is a time for you to meet with city leaders. All seven at-Large members are invited. First round is on CCRA for CCRA members and their guests. Victor's Bar will graciously provide the food and Happy Hour prices for drinks.
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Friends of Greenfield and CCRA
invite you to
Hidden Gems
100 Things to do in Philadelphia Before You Die
Great Ideas for Having More Fun!
Author Talk & Book Signing
Monday, December 12, Time: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Albert M. Greenfield School, 2200 Chestnut Street
Irene Levy Baker will
speak about her newly-released book, 100 Things to do in Philadelphia
Before You Die. This well-curated, easy-to-use guide includes the
tried-and-true as well as little known gems and tips.
This is a joint event with CCRA and Friends of Greenfield
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Neighborhood News and Events
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Annual Holiday Bazaar
Sat, 12/3, 10am - 3pm
Trinity Memorial Church, 22nd & Spruce St.
Choose
from a selection of beautiful fresh green wreaths, take a chance on
fabulous raffle baskets and find gifts handmade by local artisans.
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Art Exhibition at Twenty-Two Gallery: "Digital Garden" by Niko Brownlee, Fri, Now thru, Sun, 12/4, 236 S. 22nd Street
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"'Digital
Garden' is about what is possible in the digital age of art. It
tackles this question in several media and formats. From 2D prints, to
3D jewelry, the goal is to reveal what the fourth dimension of time can
yield after creative seeds are planted and nurtured. You are welcome to explore my Digital Garden." - Niko Brownlee
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Celebrate the holiday season with lights, trees, parades, fireworks, shows
and more
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Art Exhibition at The C.R. Ettinger Studio Gallery, Sun, 12/4, 4pm, 2215 South Street
See David Fertig's portfolio of etchings
based on the Napoleonic Wars. Proofs of the first 20 prints will be
sold at a reduced price to raise funds for completion of the project.
The exhibition is free and open to the public.
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Education: Our Human Right and All Rights on Human Rights Day, Thurs, 12/8, 5:30 - 8pm, Ethical Society, 1906 Rittenhouse Sq.
Be
informed about the progress and struggle for quality public education
on the global and local level. Presentations and Q&As will allow
you to offer your voice on this issue. Free to the public. Light
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Astral Artists Presents Gabriel Cabezas, Cello, Sun 12/11, 3pm, American Philosophical Society, 427 Chestnut St.
(click image for more info)
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Make Real Change: End the Cycle of Homelessness Open House, Thurs, 12/15, Convention Ctr, 12th & Arch St, Room 108 A
Amidst
holiday shopping, parties or while finishing year-end projects, please
take just a few minutes to stop by the Center City District's and Office
of Homeless Services' Open House at the Pennsylvania Convention Center
to help those who are homeless by supporting organizations that provide
many things that we may take for granted. Light refreshments will be provided.
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CCRA Merchant Member Discount Program
Support our local merchants and save money too. These local merchants will provide a discount (described here) to any member who shows a current CCRA membership card and personal identification.
Astral Artists - Use promo code "CCRA" to receive a $10 flat rate on all tickets to their concerts.
Dance Affiliate - Get $10 off Dance Performances with your CCRA Membership. Members use promo code SAVE10.
Philly Foodworks - Use the code "CCRA" when signing up for home delivery and receive a $20 discount on delivery charges.
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