CCRA Newsletter

Weekly Newsletter    Our Sponsors:     William Penn House            Academy of Vocal Arts    AT&T                                    Boyds Philadelphia               Clemens Construction Co.     Di Bruno Bros     Firstrust Bank    First Presbyterian Church      Moore Brothers Wine Company                                     Weekly News & Updates Volunteers Needed for CCRA's 59th Annual House Tour, Sunday 10/22, 1-5PM   CCRA is seeking Hosts/Hostnesses to volunteer to help at this year's House Tour.  Hosts/Hostesses are stationed in beautiful homes and condos from 1:00PM until 3:00PM or from 3:00PM until 5:00PM.  Duties include greeting tour goers, protecting household items, and encouraging a safe flow of foot traffic.  As thanks for your gift of time, you will receive a free ticket to use either before or after your volunteer assignment to tour other homes. If you wish to volunteer, email us at centercity@centercityresidents.org. CCRA is seeking contributions to help pay for police bikes and equipment Click here for more information. Visit Our Website Upcoming Events Conversation with State Rep Brian Sims, Thurs, Oct 5, 6pm, Baril Restaurant, 267 S. 19th Street Some of the issues he will address are the state budget - especially how it will affect Philly school funding, fracking/severance taxes, and the economic impact of Philly tax $ vs. the rest of the state's.  State Rep Sims will then be open to answering questions from attendees. Happy Hour pricing for drinks and hors d'oeuvres.   Conversation with Councilman Kenyatta Johnson, Thurs, Oct 12, 6:30pm, Academy of Vocal Arts, 1920 Spruce St. Councilman Johnson prefers to have a true open dialogue with his constituents and looks forward to your questions, concerns and input. Save the Date - CCRA House Tour - Sunday, Oct 22, 1-5 pm, Rittenhouse Square, rain or shine       For more information about neighborhood events, check out CCRA's Community Events Calendar Useful Links Business Member Directory   Community Calendar   Crime Reports from 9th District   Merchant Members Directory   Zoning Reports 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.   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) NextMove Dance - 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. 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) 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) Di Bruno Bros., 1730 Chestnut St, (uses separate card, see info here) Dom's Shoe Repair, 203 S. 20th St (215-972-0098)

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