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Toddler Story Time at Chestnut Hill Library11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Thursday, Nov. 8
11 a.m.
Chestnut Hill Branch
8711 Germantown Ave.
Every Thursday morning at 11 a.m. until the December holiday season (Oct.11, 25, Nov 8, 22, Dec 6, and 20th all at 11:00 a.m.). Don’t miss Toddler Story Time at the Chestnut Hill Library. There will be stories and songs. For more information call 215- 685-9290.
11:00 amToddler Story Time at Chestnut Hill Library
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Dec21Fri
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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.
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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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Dec22Sat
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Open Guided Tour at the Morris Arboretum2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
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
http://www.business-services.upenn.edu/arboretum/index.shtml
2:00 pmOpen Guided Tour at the Morris Arboretum
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Dec25Tue
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Preschool story time at Lovett Library on Tuesday2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Story time fun for children ages 3 to 5 years old at Lovett Library, 6945 Germantown Ave, on Tuesdays at 2 p.m.
Dates Nov. 13, 20, 27 and Dec. 4, 11, and 18. No pre-registration necessary. For more information call 215-685-2095.
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Ping-Pong9:00 pm – 11:45 pm
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 fun events like this.
9:00 pmPing-Pong
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Dec26Wed
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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.
6:15 pmWednesday Evening Group Run
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Dec27Thu
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Kwanzaa Family Celebration at Johnson House (all-day)Dec 27
December 27, 2012 - Kwanzaa Family Celebration
Johnson House Historic Site
6306 Germantown Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19144Phone:
(215) 438-1768Journey through African Storytelling, African drumming, arts and crafts and historic cultural foods; presented to assist in guiding youth and families to adopt the principles of Kwanzaa, that support African Americans to live a life filled with a positive purpose.
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Scrabble every Thursday at CHC for Enrichment10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Thursday, Nov. 8
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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Toddler Story Time at Chestnut Hill Library11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Thursday, Nov. 8
11 a.m.
Chestnut Hill Branch
8711 Germantown Ave.
Every Thursday morning at 11 a.m. until the December holiday season (Oct.11, 25, Nov 8, 22, Dec 6, and 20th all at 11:00 a.m.). Don’t miss Toddler Story Time at the Chestnut Hill Library. There will be stories and songs. For more information call 215- 685-9290.
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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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Dec28Fri
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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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Save the Date for Cookie Decorating!3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Bring the kids by for Tree Cookie Decorating on Friday Dec. 28th from 3:00-4:30 pm. They get to take home their delicious art pieces and you can place your New Years Eve order. The cost is $1 and the Night Kitchen will match all funds raised which will be donated to the Red Cross Hurricane Sandy disaster relief fund.
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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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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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Dec29Sat
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Open Guided Tour at the Morris Arboretum2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
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
http://www.business-services.upenn.edu/arboretum/index.shtml
2:00 pmOpen Guided Tour at the Morris Arboretum
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Dec31Mon
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Heschel-King Festival Jan. 4 & 5 (all-day)Dec 31 – Jan 5
Jan. 4-5
Friday 7-9 p.m.
Saturday 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Mishkan Shalom Synagogue
4101 Freeland Ave, Phila.The Heschel-King Festival celebrates the vision, lives and teachings
of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel who
worked together on behalf of racial equality, social justice and peace
in the 1960s. Through public forums, worship, workshops, music,
performances and conversation, more than 50 community and faith groups
will explore how to address the civil rights issues of today. The
Festival is free and open to the public, but registration is required.
For more information: http://mishkan.org/story/heschel-king-festival
or contact heschelkingfestival@comcast.net.Heschel-King Festival Jan. 4 & 5 (all-day) -
The Less Traveled Lower Wissahickon with Scott Quitel3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Presented by
Friends of the Wissahickon
January 12, 2013
9 a.m.
Meet at the RittenhouseTown parking lotIn this mildly strenuous hike, we’ll explore interesting sections of the less traveled lower Park. Along the way, we’ll visit Lover’s Leap and Hermit’s Cave. We’ll take in breath-taking views and see ancient boulders and gnarly, old chestnut oaks. We’ll also traverse one of the more secluded side trails in the Park.
Reservations are not necessary but are recommended so that you can informed if there are changes. Unless otherwise noted hikes use uneven trails that may be wet, slippery, or steep. Please wear sturdy, protective shoes or boots and bring water /snacks if you want them. Children over 8 are welcome if accompanied by a responsible adult. Walks are cancelled in the event of heavy rain or snow.
Please wear sturdy shoes or boots with socks. Long pants are recommended for protection against occasional poison ivy and possible ticks. Bring water and a snack if desired.
3:00 pmThe Less Traveled Lower Wissahickon with Scott Quitel
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Heschel-King Festival Jan. 4 & 5 (all-day)Jan 1 – Jan 6
Jan. 4-5
Friday 7-9 p.m.
Saturday 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Mishkan Shalom Synagogue
4101 Freeland Ave, Phila.The Heschel-King Festival celebrates the vision, lives and teachings
of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel who
worked together on behalf of racial equality, social justice and peace
in the 1960s. Through public forums, worship, workshops, music,
performances and conversation, more than 50 community and faith groups
will explore how to address the civil rights issues of today. The
Festival is free and open to the public, but registration is required.
For more information: http://mishkan.org/story/heschel-king-festival
or contact heschelkingfestival@comcast.net.Heschel-King Festival Jan. 4 & 5 (all-day) -
Save the date! Electronic Recycling Event on Jan. 1210:00 am – 2:00 pm
Electronics Recycling Event
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Valley Green Bank
23 W. Highland Ave.
When it is time to clean up after the holidays, recycle your old electronics! You may bring in anything which has a plug. This includes printers, telephones, televisions, computers and much more. It is important to recycle electronics responsibly so that these items are not sent to third world countries where children often dismantle the toxic chemicals, endangering their health. Whatever you bring will be dismantled here in Philadelphia and reused. Weavers Way Environment Committee is sponsoring this Electronics Recycling Event. Please note the new time of 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is free but donations are very much appreciated. The Environment Committee uses the donations to help fund their Grant Program. Last year recipients included Chestnut Hill Garden District, Ogontz Library, Hope Garden at Stenton Family Manor and E. Mt. Airy Community Garden, among others.
10:00 amSave the date! Electronic Recycling Event on Jan. 12 -
Ping-Pong9:00 pm – 11:45 pm
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 fun events like this.
9:00 pmPing-Pong -
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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Jan2Wed
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Heschel-King Festival Jan. 4 & 5 (all-day)Jan 2 – Jan 7
Jan. 4-5
Friday 7-9 p.m.
Saturday 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Mishkan Shalom Synagogue
4101 Freeland Ave, Phila.The Heschel-King Festival celebrates the vision, lives and teachings
of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel who
worked together on behalf of racial equality, social justice and peace
in the 1960s. Through public forums, worship, workshops, music,
performances and conversation, more than 50 community and faith groups
will explore how to address the civil rights issues of today. The
Festival is free and open to the public, but registration is required.
For more information: http://mishkan.org/story/heschel-king-festival
or contact heschelkingfestival@comcast.net.Heschel-King Festival Jan. 4 & 5 (all-day) -
Save the date! Electronic Recycling Event on Jan. 1210:00 am – 2:00 pm
Electronics Recycling Event
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Valley Green Bank
23 W. Highland Ave.
When it is time to clean up after the holidays, recycle your old electronics! You may bring in anything which has a plug. This includes printers, telephones, televisions, computers and much more. It is important to recycle electronics responsibly so that these items are not sent to third world countries where children often dismantle the toxic chemicals, endangering their health. Whatever you bring will be dismantled here in Philadelphia and reused. Weavers Way Environment Committee is sponsoring this Electronics Recycling Event. Please note the new time of 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is free but donations are very much appreciated. The Environment Committee uses the donations to help fund their Grant Program. Last year recipients included Chestnut Hill Garden District, Ogontz Library, Hope Garden at Stenton Family Manor and E. Mt. Airy Community Garden, among others.
10:00 amSave the date! Electronic Recycling Event on Jan. 12
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