Weekly E-Newsletter
Our Sponsor:
William Penn House
Robin Apartments
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News and Updates
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Messages from the President
CCRA Announces Change of Counsel
CCRA
has appointed a former C.C.R.A. President, Wade Albert, Esquire, as
Legal Counsel, replacing Stanley R. Krakower, Esquire, C.C.R.A.'s
Attorney for the past 35 years.
A
party will be given in Mr. Krakower's honor immediately following the
Board of Director's meeting on Wednesday, March 11, 2020. Former CCRA
Presidents and Zoning Committee Co-Chairs who wish to attend to honor
Stanley are invited, but are requested to R.S.V.P. to Travis Oliver by COB Friday, March 6, so that the party planners can accurately anticipate the needs for the party.
CCRA
expresses its appreciation and thanks to Stanley for not only his
outstanding quality legal services, but also for his personal dedication
to the Association's members, and particularly its hard-working
leaders, across these many years. We wish him continued success in his
future endeavors. Thanks for everything, Stan.
Center City Quarterly Changes
This edition of the CCQ,
scheduled to come out next week, will be digital only. (It has always
been available online). Having advertised unsuccessfully for an ad sales
rep for the CCQ, which has been losing money for years, and taking a
page from other organizations with online newsletters only, we decided
to make this edition digital only. Please let us know what you think.
- Maggie Mund, President
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Wanted: Board Member Candidates
CCRA is looking to fill several Board seats for our fiscal year
beginning July 1, 2020. Board members generally serve a term of 3
years. The Board is a working Board. We are seeking CCRA members who have
a passion for living in "CCRAville;" are interested in issues of
quality of life and community service; and are committed to active Board
participation. Successful candidates must serve on at least one committee and agree to fulfill the responsibilities set forth in our
Board Pledge, which includes devoting at least four hours per month on
CCRA activities, not including time spent attending, and preparing for,
monthly Board meetings. See website for full Pledge and list of committees.
Interested members are encouraged to forward a resume or summary of qualifications as soon as practicable to: CCRA; 1900 Market St., 8th Fl.; Phila., PA 19103 or by email: centercity@centercityresidents.org, with "Board Candidate" in the subject line. |
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Last Chance to Join/Renew with CCRA in order to Qualify for Di Bruno Bros. Discount
There
are many reasons why you should join CCRA, but a good reason is to get a
discount at Di Bruno Bros. Di Bruno has graciously continued its
membership discount program with CCRA. Di Bruno Bros offers a 10%
discount to be used at the Rittenhouse Square location on 1730 Chestnut
St. If you renew your membership by the end of February, you will be on
the list to receive their discount. In addition, the Di Bruno Bros.
discount can be used at their new restaurant, Alimentari, on the 2nd floor.
Now
is a great time to renew your membership to receive this and others
benefits offered by CCRA with your membership. To join or renew your
membership, visit our website.
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Would you like to be a member of CCRA? It's easy to join.
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Community Events
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JEVS
Human Services hosts a prom for graduates of their GED program every
year. These students dropped out of school, so they have never attended a
prom. They have turned their lives around, earned high school
equivalency diplomas, and are going on to college or careers.
If you have any of the dressy items for women or men listed below, please donate them to JEVS Human Services at 1845 Walnut St.
Donated Items Needed
* Prom Dresses
* Men's Suits
* Men's socks (new) * Makeup (new) * Belts * Costume Jewelry * Dress Shoes * Men's Shoes * Ties / Bow Ties * Clutches and purses |
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Curtis Institute of Music Orientation Session
Curtis
Institute of Music is looking for volunteers to be tour guides,
greeters, hosts, and other tasks. If you would like to volunteer, please
attend the Curtis Institute of Music Volunteer Orientation Session on Tuesday,
March 3 at 4:00 pm, at Curtis Institute of Music, 1616 Locust Street,
Locks Boardroom, first floor. This is the first ever Curtis Institute
volunteer orientation advertised to the community. If interested, please register at: https://info.curtis.edu/volunteer
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Spring Recital at the Academy of Vocal Arts
Forgotten Opera Excerpts by Jules Massenet (1842-1912)
March 3 and March 5, 2020, 7:30 PM
Pianist and Music Director: Audrey Saint-Gil
Resident Artists performing:
Aubry Ballarò, soprano
Claire de Monteil, soprano
Yihan Duan, soprano
Emily Margevich, soprano
Renée Richardson, soprano
Alice Chung, mezzo-soprano
Chelsea Laggan, mezzo-soprano
Anne Marie Stanley, mezzo-soprano
Oliver Sewell, tenor
Eric Delagrange, bass
Both performances are held in AVA's Helen Corning Warden Theater at 7:30 PM. Tickets are on sale through the AVA website or by calling 215-735-1685
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Philip Cohn, studied at both PAFA and The Barnes Foundation in the late 1940's. His life in Philadelphia, coupled with his international studies, have given him a worldly foundation for his subjects. He is master at portraying the human condition.
Since 1948, Philip Cohn has had many solo and group exhibitions
through the years. His work has been exhibited in many local art
establishments including the Woodmere Art Museum, The Hahn Gallery, the
Philadelphia Art Alliance, Widener University Art Museum, Chestnut Hill
Gallery and PAFA. He is widely collected both publicly and privately. Mr.
Cohn will join Twenty-Two Gallery, 236 S. 22nd St., for an opening
reception on Friday, March 13th, from 6 to 9 pm. All works will be on
display and for sale through April 5th, 2020.
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Saturday Kids Art Class at Markward
Beat cabin fever and get out of the house
with our new Saturday kids art classes at the rec center. 9:30 - 10:45am
kids ages pre-school through 1st grade. Buy a season pass or 5 pack
class drop in. Register here.
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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.
Rittenhouse Hardware, 2001 Pine St. (215-735-6311)
Ursula Hobson Fine Art Framing, 1528 Waverly St (215.546.7889)
Alimentari Restaurant at Di Bruno Bros., 1730 Chestnut St, 2nd Floor
Astral Artists - Use promo code "CCRA" to receive a $10 flat rate on all tickets to their concerts.
Dom's Shoe Repair, 203 S. 20th St (215-972-0098)
East West Acupuncture, 419 S. 19th St (415-758-1057)
Eye Candy Vision, 218 S. 20th St (215-568-3937)
Home Helpers Philly, 1835 S. Broad St., Ste 2 (215-334-2600)
Good Karma Cafe, 331 S. 22nd St, (215-546-1479)
Jason Matthew Salon, 1735 Chestnut St, 2nd Fl (215-665-8030)
Koresh Dance Company, 2002 Rittenhouse Sq St. (267-687-1769)
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)
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