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Brazilian Adventure at Free Library of Philadelphia – Sundays on Stage Series2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
2 p.m.
Sundays on Stage – Spring 2013
Central Library
1901 Vine St., Philadelphia
Sundays on Stage is a series of cultural programs featuring live performances by a variety of artists and entertainers. These family programs celebrate diversity through music, dance, storytelling, and more. Join us at 2 pm in the Montgomery Auditorium of the Parkway Central Library on select Sundays from January to May.
Sundays on Stage is made possible by funding from the Philadelphia City Institute Board of Managers.
January 27
Brazilian Adventure
Minas, a duo made up of talented vocalists, instrumentalists and composers Orlando Haddad and Patricia King, will warm up this cold season with a journey through exciting and diverse Brazilian music!2:00 pmBrazilian Adventure at Free Library of Philadelphia – Sundays on Stage Series -
Guided tour of Morris Arboretum2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Every Sunday
2 p.m.
Morris Arboretum
100 E. Northwestern Ave.
There will be a portion of time for a free guided tour of the Morris Arboretum on Saturday afternoon, with the emphasis being determined by the various interests of those touring. Each tour is designed specifically to highlight a particular section of the arboretum, however, there is no itinerary. It is recommended that those who are touring for the first time select the general tour of the arboretum to get an over-all idea of what the gardens have to offer. This event is free with regular admission. For more information about the Morris Arboretum go to www.business-services.upenn.edu/arboretum/index.shtml
2:00 pmGuided tour of Morris Arboretum
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Jan28Mon
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Sketching and drawing class9:00 am – 11:30 am
Mondays, beginning January 28; start at any time.
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Center on the Hill, 8855 Germantown Ave.
Enjoy sketching in a relaxed class. A variety of mediums will be demonstrated such as charcoal, pencil, pastels, pen and ink. Still lifes and photographs will be used for inspiration. All abilities are welcome. Instructor Alex Forbes has been teaching for the Chestnut Hill Center for Enrichment for the past sixteen years. He also teaches illustration at The Hussian School of Art in the Bourse building in Philadelphia. $32 per month. To register, call Jackie Yorko (215-247-4654) or e-mail jyorko@chestnuthillpres.org.9:00 amSketching and drawing class -
Urban Athletics Fitness Class9:00 am – 10:00 am
Every Monday
9 a.m.
Urban Athlete
7112 Germantown Ave.
The Urban Athletics classes are a 45 minute high-intensity blend of bodyweight exercises, speed and agility training, dumbbell & kettlebell training and more. Each class is lead by an instructor, taking you through your workout step-by-step, just like personal training without the added cost. This way you don’t have to worry about what you’re workout will be each day, nor do you have to question if you’re doing an exercise incorrectly. There is always a coach on staff to lead you through each workout. The cost is $20.
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Brienne Rosner & Michelle Marcuse10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Runs from Jan. 11 to Feb. 15
Allens Lane Art Center, 601 West Allens Lane
Gallery Hours: M-F 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Free and open to the public
Allens Lane Art Center presents the work of two highly talented and creative artists who both produce work that challenges our v isual perception, understanding of how pictures are made and what their construction techniques says about the artist’s relationship with the viewer. For more information call 215-248-0546.
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Make your own all-natural, organic skincare products2:30 pm – 3:00 pm
2-3 p.m. or 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Center on the Hill, 8855 Germantown Ave.
Do you want to use safer skin care products but don’t want to spend a fortune? You can now learn to make them yourself right in your own kitchen! Learn about natural and organic anti-aging skin care ingredients from around the world. See how to blend them together to make basic skin care products that will hydrate and pamper the skin and will soften and improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Take home ingredient information, copies of the recipes and the moisturizer and lip balm products made in class. Instructor Rachael Pontillo is an AADP board certified Holistic Health Practitioner, licensed aesthetician, writer and entrepreneur. Rachael is the founder and author of the popular website and blog Holistically Haute™ at http://www.holisticallyhaute.com, and is owner of the local skincare and wellness company, Holistically Haute. $30, includes all materials. Pay at the door. To register, call Jackie Yorko (215-247-4654) or e-mail jyorko@chestnuthillpres.org.2:30 pmMake your own all-natural, organic skincare products -
Kung Hei Fat Choy at Lovett7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Celebrate the Chinese New Year on Monday, Jan. 28
7 p.m.
Lovett Memorial Library
6945 Germantown Ave.
Come hear stories about the Chinese New Year; then make an exciting Dragon craft. For school-aged children. For more information call 215-685-2095.7:00 pmKung Hei Fat Choy at Lovett
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Jan29Tue
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Brienne Rosner & Michelle Marcuse10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Runs from Jan. 11 to Feb. 15
Allens Lane Art Center, 601 West Allens Lane
Gallery Hours: M-F 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Free and open to the public
Allens Lane Art Center presents the work of two highly talented and creative artists who both produce work that challenges our v isual perception, understanding of how pictures are made and what their construction techniques says about the artist’s relationship with the viewer. For more information call 215-248-0546.
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Storytime at Morris Arboretum10:30 am – 11:00 am
Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2013
10:30 – 11 a.m.
Morris Arboretum
100 E. Northwestern Ave.
Enjoy your morning listening to fabulous stories as told by a William Jeanes/Springfield librarian. Take a walk in the garden after Storytime. Storytime will be held outdoors (weather permitting) at the Outdoor Children’s Classroom, next to the Widener Visitor Center. In the case of inclement weather, storytime will be held in the Upper Gallery at the Visitor Center. Storytime is free for members or with regular admission. Advance registration is required and registration is open for one month in advance of upcoming Storytime events. Room is still available. To register call 215-247-5777.10:30 amStorytime at Morris Arboretum -
Artists and their doctors12:45 pm – 1:45 pm
Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2013
Center on the Hill, 8855 Germantown Ave.
The relationship between doctor and patient is complex and fascinating. Some artists portrayed their own relationships with doctors through satire. Others were inspired by the compassionate and life saving care they received. Still others created portraits in response to personal loss and pain. This presentation features paintings of Goya, Kahlo, Bellany, Van Gogh, Munch, and Fildes — and their relationships with their doctors. Presenter Flo Gelo is a Pastoral Psychotherapist at the Samaritan Counseling Center in Chestnut Hill and a museum guide at the Woodmere Art Museum. She is also a documentary filmmaker and an educator in the medical humanities. $5. Pay at the door. To register, call Jackie Yorko (215-247-4654) or e-mail jyorko@chestnuthillpres.org.12:45 pmArtists and their doctors -
Zumba7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Get in shape with Zumba
7:30 p.m.
Watertower Recreation Center
209 East Hartwell Lane
Cost is $5 per class. Start anytime. For more information call 215-685-9296.
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Ping-Pong at Earth Bread and Brewery9:00 pm – 11:45 pm
Ping-Pong every Tuesday
9 p.m.- 12 a.m.
Earth Bread and Brewery
7136 Germantown Ave.
Earth Bread and Brewery will be hosting a night of fun and ping-pong at their place on Germantown Avenue in Mt. Airy. People of all skill sets and ages are encouraged to come play all night. Games will be absolutely free. Visit http://www.earthbreadbrewery.com/events.html for more information. Table Tennis every Tuesday night.
9:00 pmPing-Pong at Earth Bread and Brewery
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Jan30Wed
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Brienne Rosner & Michelle Marcuse10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Runs from Jan. 11 to Feb. 15
Allens Lane Art Center, 601 West Allens Lane
Gallery Hours: M-F 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Free and open to the public
Allens Lane Art Center presents the work of two highly talented and creative artists who both produce work that challenges our v isual perception, understanding of how pictures are made and what their construction techniques says about the artist’s relationship with the viewer. For more information call 215-248-0546.
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Wednesday Evening Group Run6:15 pm – 7:15 pm
Born to Run-Lafayette Hill
6:15p.m.
428 Germantown Pike
All are experience levels and abilities are welcome for a relaxed and friendly group run, starting from to Born to Run Lafayette Hill! The event is free for all. Contact 1-610-828-4781 for more information.
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Chestnut Hill Community Association Bylaws Committee Meeting7:30 pm – 8:45 pm
Wed., Jan. 30
7:30 p.m.
Town Hall, 8434 Germantown Avenue
Agenda: Review proposed bylaws amendmentsCHCA Deadline:
- Sunday, March 31: Deadline for contributions to the 2013 Chestnut Hill Community Fund Drive7:30 pmChestnut Hill Community Association Bylaws Committee Meeting
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Jan31Thu
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Brienne Rosner & Michelle Marcuse10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Runs from Jan. 11 to Feb. 15
Allens Lane Art Center, 601 West Allens Lane
Gallery Hours: M-F 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Free and open to the public
Allens Lane Art Center presents the work of two highly talented and creative artists who both produce work that challenges our v isual perception, understanding of how pictures are made and what their construction techniques says about the artist’s relationship with the viewer. For more information call 215-248-0546.
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Scrabble10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Every Thursday
10 a.m. to noon
Chestnut Hill Center for Enrichment
8431 Germantown Ave.
New and experienced players welcome. The Center has 3 Scrabble boards and refreshments. Play every week or when you can. Games are $1 to play.
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Soul line dancing for beginners5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Every Thursday night
5:30-7 p.m.
The Presbyterian Church of Chestnut Hill
8855 Germantown Ave.
This Soul Line Dancing class will teach you some of the old favorites and newer line dances of today. It is a wonderful way to get moving, lose weight, relieve stress and have loads of fun. Soul Line Dance teacher, Lorraine McClary, has been dancing since 2004 and is proficient in more than 100 dances. Lorraine hopes to share the experience of line dancing with you and others who wish to move, groove, and have fun. $7 per class; pay at the door, but please register ahead of your first time. To register, call Jackie Yorko, 215-247-4654, or e-mail jyorko@chestnuthillpres.org.
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Inner Fire Yoga at Awbury Arboretum7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Yoga with Sophie Bernard
Thursday evenings, January 10th through February 14th
7:00 – 8:30pmAwbury Arboretum
The Francis Cope House
One Awbury Road
Philadelphia, PA 19138Phone: 215-849-2855
Take care of yourself this year. Stretch, strengthen, and relax practicing hatha yoga at Awbury.
$72.00 for the series of 6 classes or $15.00 to drop in7:00 pmInner Fire Yoga at Awbury Arboretum
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Feb1Fri
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AA Meeting9:30 am – 10:30 am
9:30 a.m.
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church,
22 E. Chestnut Hill Ave.
For more information http://www.stpaulschestnuthill.org. Free9:30 amAA Meeting -
Brienne Rosner & Michelle Marcuse10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Runs from Jan. 11 to Feb. 15
Allens Lane Art Center, 601 West Allens Lane
Gallery Hours: M-F 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Free and open to the public
Allens Lane Art Center presents the work of two highly talented and creative artists who both produce work that challenges our v isual perception, understanding of how pictures are made and what their construction techniques says about the artist’s relationship with the viewer. For more information call 215-248-0546.
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Big Blue Marble Storytime10:30 am – 11:30 am
Kids storytime
10:30 a.m.
Big Blue Marble Bookstore
551 Carpenter Ln.
Kids storytime every Friday morning. Free
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Folk Dance on Fridays1:00 pm – 2:15 pm
Friday afternoons
1 p.m.
Presbyterian Church of Chestnut Hill
8855 Germantown Ave.
Come to Folk Dance on Fridays and make new friends and get some exercise while learning ethnic folk dances from Israel, Greece, France, Bulgaria, Romania, Serbia and more. Beautiful music and congenial company. No prior experience and no partner needed. Wear comfortable clothing.
We dance weekly year-round except for cancellations announced in advance in case of weather, holidays, etc. Instruction is by Bill Wadlinger, with occasional guest teachers–and occasional live music. Tons of free parking behind the church. Come and try it out. Cost is $7. Your first visit is free.1:00 pmFolk Dance on Fridays -
Teen Center Open Friday nights7:30 pm – 10:30 pm
Teen Center
105 Bethlehem Pike
The Teen Center located directly across from the Chestnut Hill East Train station is open every Friday night from 7:30 to 10:30 pm for 12-15 year olds. The Teen Center is now open for High School Students on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of every month from 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm. The Center is staffed by a young adult who has his/her clearances. Special Events include: Games, Movies, Drumming, Nintendo Wii, Live music and Open Mic nights. Some Fridays are just TGIF nights to hang with friends. There is free access to the Teen Center with a $25 yearly membership. All teens are admitted with a $5 guest fee charge.
7:30 pmTeen Center Open Friday nights -
Public Skate at Wissahickon Skating Club8:30 pm – 10:30 pm
8:30 p.m. -10:30 p.m.
Wissahickon Skating Club
550 W. Willow Grove Ave.Wissahickon Skating Club will be holding an open public skate time for those interested in taking to the ice. Admission is $9 and skate rentals are $3. Visit http://www.wissskating.com for more information.
8:30 pmPublic Skate at Wissahickon Skating Club
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