Weekly Newsletter
Our Sponsors:
William Penn House
AMC Delancey
Clemens Construction
Robin Apartments
The Abstract Company
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Weekly News & Updates
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CCRA Zoning Committee Meeting, Tues, 9/26, 7pm, Benjamin's Desk, 1608 Walnut St, 12th Fl
Click here to view agenda.
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CCRA House Tour - Sunday, Oct 22, 1-5 pm, Rittenhouse Square, rain or shine
This once-a-year event features a great mix
of luxury high-rise condo units and townhouse residences in and around
Rittenhouse Square and Fitler Square. Participants receive a House Tour
Guide Book with home descriptions and a route map on the day of the
event. Stay tuned for more information about our sponsors and tour day
starting locations.
Tickets are available $35 for advance
sales, and $40 if purchased on the day of the tour. Those under 40 may
purchase tickets at a discounted Young Friends rate of $25. For group of
10 or more, contact CCRA. Tickets are available online through Eventbrite.
They can also be purchased by calling the CCRA offices at (215)
546-6719, or by sending a check to CCRA's offices at 1608 Walnut Street,
12th Floor, Philadelphia, PA, 19103.
Anyone
interested in sponsoring the event or purchasing an advertisement in
the House Tour Guide Book is invited to contact CCRA's offices.
Lead Sponsor - William Penn House
Mid-Century Sponsor - Dranoff Properties, Clemens Construction, Robin Apartments, The Abstract Company
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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.
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Schuylkill River Trail Update
Over the last few
years, many residents have complained about freight trains that idle
for protracted periods of time next to the Schuylkill River Trail. Read about what CCRA has been doing to fight for our residents.
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Upcoming Events
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Candidates' Debate, Tues, 10/24, 6pm, Temple Beth Zion- Beth Israel, 300 S. 18th St.
Join CCRA for the District Attorney
candidates' debate on Tuesday, Oct. 29th at 6 p.m. at Temple Beth Zion
(300 S. 18th St.). Hear from Democratic nominee Larry Krasner and
Republican nominee Beth Grossman about their vision for the District
Attorney's office!
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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.
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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.
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Elementary School Fair, Tues, 10/17, 5-7pm, Franklin Institute, 220 N. 20th St
Join CCRA on October 17th from 5-7pm for our annual Elementary School Fair to learn more about the education options that are available for your children.
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For more information about neighborhood events, check out CCRA's Community Events Calendar
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Useful Links
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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.
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)
Rittenhouse Hardware, 2001 Pine St. (215-735-6311)
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)
Home Helpers Philly, 1835 S. Broad St., Ste 2 (215-334-2600)
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