Thursday, July 19, 2018

CCRA Newsletter

Weekly E-Newsletter
News and Updates
Chestnut St. Bridge Reconstruction will Impact the Schuylkill River Trail

PennDOT will soon be performing much needed repairs to the Chestnut Street Bridge. As part of this work, the contractor needs to make masonry repairs and repoint the piers and abutment.  For more information, click or tap here. 

Schuylkill Crossing at Grays Ferry

The contractor has started the demolition of the railroad truss bridge. The demolition phase will also include the removal of the massive gears supporting the truss and the deteriorated fender system. Once the crossing is functional, trail users on the east side will be able to reach Bartram's Garden. This crossing will be a dramatic addition to the entire Schuylkill Banks trail. In conjunction with the proposed Christian to Crescent Connector, the Banks trail and greenway will link many Philadelphia neighborhoods to each other and the greater Schuylkill River Trail. Learn more about this project here. 
SAVE THE DATE - CCRA House Tour - Sunday, Oct 14, 1-5 pm 

CCRA's annual House Tour will be on Sunday, October 14th!  We're now on the search for houses and event volunteers.  If you want to show off your house, call or email CCRA today!   We are looking for all types of properties, large and small, from stately rowhomes and high-rise penthouse condo units, to efficiently furnished trinities and even micro-apartments!
Help Mobility-Impaired Children and Adults Access PCI Library

The Free Library, the Philadelphia City Institute (PCI), on Rittenhouse Square, is the third busiest branch in Philadelphia. Unfortunately, the mobility-impaired neighbors are shut out from two important parts of the library - the Children's Room and the Community Room, both on the lower level, accessible only by stairs. Friends of PCI and the Free Library Foundation have collaborated to develop a plan to install a lift and ramp so that all children can attend storytimes and read books in the Children's Room and all adults can attend programs in the Community Room. PCI asking our community to contribute to this campaign. Please open your hearts and your wallets and contribute to this effort. Send a check to Free Library of Philadelphia Foundation/PCI Lift, 1901 Vine Street, Suite 111, Philadelphia PA 19103. Click or tap here for more info. 


Upcoming Events
Summer Events on the Banks

Click or tap here to view what's happening on the Schuylkill River Trail.
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 the Mann Center performance listed.
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
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)
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)
Twenty-Two Gallery, 236 S. 22nd St, (215-772-1911)
Raven Lounge, 1718 Sansom St. (215-840-3577)
215.546.6719 | centercity@centercityresidents.org |  www.ccraphilly.org
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