Friday, May 25, 2018

CCRA Newsletter

Weekly E-Newsletter
News and Updates
Spruce and Pine Streets Repaving and Safety Project

Want to know more about the City's Spruce and Pine Streets Repaving and Safety Project, which includes a proposal to shift the bike lanes on Spruce and Pine Streets to the left side of the street? Then come out to one of the corner meetings on 5/31 or 6/4. Click or tap here for more information.

Volunteer to Plant the Garden at St. Mary's Church Shelter

Bethesda Project was honored to be a featured nonprofit at the CCRA's Annual auction in April. Stay involved with Bethesda Project this spring and summer by volunteering to plant the garden at St. Mary's Church Shelter! St. Mary's church has an attached small courtyard with raised garden beds. The guests of St. Mary's Church are looking for a group of individuals who can supply plants, garden soil, and time to help them make the garden beautiful. This activity can take place during the day or in the early evening with advanced planning. If you and your group are interested in this opportunity, contact Bethesda Project's Volunteer Manager, Sarah Erdo, at (215) 236-7850 or by e-mailing serdo@bethesdaproject.org.
Office Closure
In observance of the Memorial Day holiday, CCRA is closed on Fri, 5/25, and will reopen on Wed, 5/30.  
Trash Collection

In observance of the Memorial Day holiday, no trash will be collected on Mon, 5/28.  Collection will resume on Tues, 5/29. 

Click or tap on the image to register


Make Your Business Our Business

Sometimes life throws you some unexpected curves.  CCRA Member and owner of Center City Notary and Center City Apostille, Judith Lawrence is the author of the new book entitled 
Make Your Business Our Business.  The book is a step-by-step guideline as to how to become an entrepreneur.  Whether a notary business or a knit shop, Judith and co-author Daniel C. Lewis outline the steps including policiesprocedures and profits.  Lawrence and Lewis believe this book will be a community initiative and will encourage the "entrepreneur" in everyone.
 
To purchase, please click or tap here
Lawrence can be reached at centercitynotary100@gmail.com

Upcoming Events
Free Access the Arts Concert Program at the Mann Music Center
The Mann invites you to enjoy a night of music under the stars on their Great Lawn. Please use the web address below to register for FREE TICKETS to any one of the three Mann Center performances listed.
Sat, May 26th - The Philly POPS Memorial Salute
Wed, July 18th - Bernstein: Broadway & Beyond with The Philadelphia Orchestra
Fri, July 27th - A Night of Gershwin with The Philadelphia Orchestra
Tickets redeemed via Access the Arts registration are only valid for lawn seating, only for the performances listed, and must be presented at our box office on the night of the performance. Please keep in mind that tickets are offered on a first-come, first-served basis, and limited tickets are available.
For more information about neighborhood events, check out CCRA's Community Events Calendar
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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.

Twenty-Two Gallery, 236 S. 22nd St, (215-772-1911)
Raven Lounge, 1718 Sansom St. (215-840-3577)
Suga Restaurant, 1720 Sansom St. (215-717-8968)
Astral Artists - Use promo code "CCRA" to receive a $10 flat rate on all tickets to their concerts.
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)
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)
215.546.6719 | centercity@centercityresidents.org |  www.ccraphilly.org

Thursday, May 24, 2018

Tuesday, May 22, 2018

CCRA Newsletter

Update on Property Reassessments and Annual Meeting Reminder
Update on Property Reassessments

Last week CCRA held a public meeting on property reassessments. Requests for First Level Review (FLR) are due on Friday 5/25.  Click or tap here for more information.
CCRA Annual Meeting, Wed, 5/23, Academy of Vocal Arts, 1920 Spruce St, 7pm
 
Join CCRA for its 2018 Annual Meeting.  
Following a brief business session, CCRA will turn the program over to an esteemed panel to discuss current issues in development in Center City.  The panel will include Anne Fadullon (Director of Philadelphia Department of Planning and Development), Jon Geeting (Director of Engagement for Philly 3.0) and Paul Steinke (Executive Director of the Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia).  Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Inga Saffron of the Philadelphia Inquirer will serve as moderator. 
 
This is sure to be an exciting, through-provoking event.  The Annual Meeting is open to all, although only CCRA members are entitled to vote during the business session.  Food and refreshments will follow.

For more information about neighborhood events, check out CCRA's Community Events Calendar
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.

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)
Suga Restaurant, 1720 Sansom St. (215-717-8968)
Astral Artists - Use promo code "CCRA" to receive a $10 flat rate on all tickets to their concerts.
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)
NextMove Dance - Get $10 off  Dance Performances with your CCRA Membership.  Members use  promo code SAVE10.
215.546.6719 | centercity@centercityresidents.org |  www.ccraphilly.org