Vision Zero

At Thursday night's PSA 1 meeting, there was a presentation on the city's Vision Zero initiative. This program is working toward zero traffic deaths. Visit their web site and take their survey here.

CCRA Newsletter

Quick Links Captain Ritchie -||- Office Closure -||- Trash Collection -||- Rocky Ride -||- Brian Sims -||- Neighborhood News and Events -||- Useful Links   CCRA News & Events Today, 5/25, 4pm, Meet with Captain Robert Ritchie, Police Headquarters, 401 N. 21 St.   Meet with Captain Ritchie to discuss 15th St. Corridor Solutions and nuisance drumming.  Annual Meeting Hosts Great Discussion & Elects Officers   David Thornburg and Chris Satullo, both of the Committee of Seventy, riveted the audience with a terrific conversation on gerrymandering, partisan primaries and voter disengagement in Philly and PA.  The food from Di Bruno's was delicious.  New Officers and Directors were elected for terms starting on July 1, 2017.  Congrats to incoming president Wade Albert and the new officers, directors.  Read bios here.  Office Closure In observance of the Memorial Day Holiday, the CCRA office is closed on Friday, 5/26, and will reopen on Wednesday, 5/31. Trash Collection In observance of the Memorial Day Holiday, no trash will be collected on Monday, 5/29.  Trash collection will resume on Tuesday, 5/30. Yo! Adrian! Let's Ride!  Rocky Ride, June 3, 10 AM at 21st & Shunk   A fun ride to support CCRA and the Bicycle Coalition, following 15 miles of Rocky's training run. Register Here for $35. Dialogue & Drinks with PA Rep.  Brian Sims, Thurs, 6/8, 6:30pm, Baril Restaurant, 267 S. 19th St, 6:30pm   Discuss all the issues with PA Rep. Brian Sims in an informal setting.  In addition, Rep. Sims will be collecting school supplies for Greenfield School.  Supplies needed are: 1. Standard file folders 2. Copy paper 3. Standard #2 pencils 4. Pens 5. Sharpie markers 6. Scotch tape (clear) 7. Packing tape Baril Restaurant will offer Happy Hour food and drink pricing. Sky High is almost at capacity...sign up now or see you  next year! Click on the flyer to register.  Use password CCRA. Neighborhood News & Events This 8 week course for couples begins June 1st Thursday evenings  at 7:00 pm We will be introducing the basics of Waltz, Swing and FoxTrot $250 a couple Ne experience necessary Sign up today!  Volunteers Needed For A Study on Speech Understanding CCRA Member Jacoba Zaring is looking for participants 60 to 75 years old. The purpose of the study is to investigate speech understanding in adults.  For more information, click here. Group Exhibition at Snyderman-Works Galleries, Fri, 6/2, to Sat, 6/17, 303 Cherry St. Snyderman-Works Galleries invites you to its Group Exhibition of works by artists and craftspeople shown at the Galleries throughout its history, opening June 2 to June 17. Ruth and Rick Snyderman, owners of the Galleries, have specialized in fine crafts for over 50 years. 303 Cherry St. 215-238-9576. Regular hours Tuesday to Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Open later on First Friday. For more information, see Center City Quarterly article, Spring, 2016, page 10. Useful Links 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. Suga Restaurant, 1720 Sansom St. (215-717-8968) Ursula Hobson Fine Art Framing, 1528 Waverly St (215.546.7889) Astral Artists - Use promo code "CCRA" to receive a $10 flat rate on all tickets to their concerts. Baril, 267 S. 19th St (267 687-2608) Dance Affiliates - Get $10 off  Dance Performances with your CCRA Membership.  Members use  promo code SAVE10. Di Bruno Bros., 1730 Chestnut St, (uses separate card, see info here) Dom's Shoe Repair, 203 S. 20th St (215-972-0098) Eye Candy Vision, 218 S. 20th St (215-568-3937) Home Helpers Philly, 1835 S. Broad St., Ste 2 (215-334-2600) Koresh Dance Company, 2002 Rittenhouse Sq St. (267-687-1769) Liberty Vet Pets, 265 S. 20th St. (888-458-8587) Nature's Gallery Florist, 2124 Walnut St (215-563-5554) Philly Foodworks - Use the code "CCRA" when signing up for home delivery and receive a $20 discount on delivery charges. Photo Lounge 1909 Chestnut Street (267-322-6651) Twenty-Two Gallery, 236 S. 22nd St, (215-772-1911) Raven Lounge, 1718 Sansom St. (215-840-3577) Rim's Dry Cleaners & Tailors,2203 South St. (215-546-1889) Rittenhouse Hardware, 2001 Pine St. (215-735-6311) Society Hill Dance Academy, 2nd & Pine (215-574-3754) Business Member Directory CCRA Community Calendar Crime Reports from the 9th District Previous "What's New" Articles Zoning Meetings

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CCRA Newsletter

Quick Links Annual Meeting -||- CCRA Donates to Greenfield School -||- Zoning Committee Meeting -||-  Rocky Ride -||-  Captain Ritchie -||- Brian Sims -||- Neighborhood News and Events -||- Useful Links

CCRA News & Events

CCRA Annual Meeting, Wed, 5/24, 7 PM, Trinity Memorial, 22nd & Spruce Keynote dialogue with David Thornburg and Chris Satullo, from the Committee of Seventy, discussing civic life in this green country town.  Election of new directors.  To be followed by food and liquid refreshments.

CCRA Donates Ticket Revenue and Decorations From "School House Rock" Celebration Event to Greenfield School As those of you in attendance can attest, CCRA had a terrific party on Monday night.  And aside from honoring Greenfield principal Dan Lazar with the Association's community service award, CCRA is donating 15% of the ticket revenue ($1,560.75) as well as all of the decorations (30 composition books; 288 pencils; 200 multi-colored pieces of pastel sidewalk chalk; 30 glue sticks; 12 multi-colored plastic sand buckets; and 12 multi-colored wooden rulers) to the school.

CCRA Zoning Committee Meeting Tuesday, May 23, 7pm Benjamin's' Desk, 1608 Walnut St, 12th Floor Click here to view agenda

Meet with Captain Robert Ritchie, Thurs, 5/25, 4pm, Police Headquarters, 401 N. 21 St.   Meet with Captain Ritchie to discuss 15th St. Corridor Solutions and nuisance drumming.

Yo! Adrian! Let's Ride!  Rocky Ride, June 3, 10 AM at 21st & Shunk   A fun ride to support CCRA and the Bicycle Coalition, following 15 miles of Rocky's training run. Register Here for $35.

Dialogue & Drinks with PA Rep.  Brian Sims, Thurs, 6/8, 6:30pm, Baril Restaurant, 267 S. 19th St, 6:30pm   Discuss all the issues with PA Rep. Brian Sims in an informal setting.  In addition, Rep. Sims will be collecting school supplies for Greenfield School.  Supplies needed are: 1. Standard file folders 2. Copy paper 3. Standard #2 pencils 4. Pens 5. Sharpie markers 6. Scotch tape (clear) 7. Packing tape Baril Restaurant will offer Happy Hour food and drink pricing.

Click on the flyer to register.  Use password CCRA.

Neighborhood News & Events

Rittenhouse Row Spring Festival, Sat, 5/20, 12-5pm The annual Rittenhouse Row Spring Festival will be held Saturday, May 20th, from 12 noon to 5:00 p.m., rain or shine. Streets will be blocked off so you can enjoy food, live music, arts, and fashion, free from traffic. Walnut Street between Broad and 19th Streets and 17th and 18th from Sansom to Locust Streets. www.rittenhouserow.org. Society Hill 39th Annual Open House & Garden Tour, Sun, 5/21, 1-5pm   Walk the same streets as Benjamin Franklin and George Washington.  All the houses' architectural and interior styles range from 18th and 19th century to most contemporary.  Get decorating ideas for your home!    To purchase tickets, contact 215-629-1288, or email: mattdejulio@aol.com.  For more information, click here.  Day of Tour ticket purchase: Old Pine Community Center, 401 Lombard St.   Ticket holders enjoy a 15% discount for dinner after the tour at four area restaurants.   Tickets: $35/ticket in advance; $40 at door; Group rates over five available. Complimentary light refreshments; rest rooms available. Comfortable shoes recommended. Proceeds benefit Society Hill Civic Association. Useful Links 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. Society Hill Dance Academy, 2nd & Pine (215-574-3754) Suga Restaurant, 1720 Sansom St. (215-717-8968) Ursula Hobson Fine Art Framing, 1528 Waverly St (215.546.7889) Astral Artists - Use promo code "CCRA" to receive a $10 flat rate on all tickets to their concerts. Baril, 267 S. 19th St (267 687-2608) Dance Affiliates - Get $10 off  Dance Performances with your CCRA Membership.  Members use  promo code SAVE10. Di Bruno Bros., 1730 Chestnut St, (uses separate card, see info here) Dom's Shoe Repair, 203 S. 20th St (215-972-0098) Eye Candy Vision, 218 S. 20th St (215-568-3937) Home Helpers Philly, 1835 S. Broad St., Ste 2 (215-334-2600) Koresh Dance Company, 2002 Rittenhouse Sq St. (267-687-1769) Liberty Vet Pets, 265 S. 20th St. (888-458-8587) Nature's Gallery Florist, 2124 Walnut St (215-563-5554) Philly Foodworks - Use the code "CCRA" when signing up for home delivery and receive a $20 discount on delivery charges. Photo Lounge 1909 Chestnut Street (267-322-6651) Twenty-Two Gallery, 236 S. 22nd St, (215-772-1911) Raven Lounge, 1718 Sansom St. (215-840-3577) Rim's Dry Cleaners & Tailors,2203 South St. (215-546-1889) Rittenhouse Hardware, 2001 Pine St. (215-735-6311) Business Member Directory CCRA Community Calendar Crime Reports from the 9th District Previous "What's New" Articles Zoning Meetings

Center City Residents' Association, 1608 Walnut St, Suite 1200, Philadelphia, PA 19103