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May29Wed
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Meet Capt. Fleming at PSA 4 meeting & learn about the status of crime in Chestnut Hill7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Capt. Fleming will be attending PSA 4′s meeting (Police Sector Area for Chestnut Hill) on Wednesday night at 7 p.m. at the Lutheran Seminary, 7301 Germantown Ave. Don’t miss your chance your chance to voice your concerns about burglaries or other issues in the neighborhood to the 14th District Police Captain. He will be updating the community about the state of burglaries in Chestnut Hill and parts of Mt. Airy. He will also be discussing ways to prevent burglaries and other crimes. For more information call the 14th Police District at 215-686-3140.
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Public forum to discuss dangers of hydraulic fracturing in Pennsylvania7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
7 p.m.
Unitarian Society of Germantown
6511 Lincoln Drive
Former fracking workers and public health officials will join community members for a public forum focusing on fracking. Speakers will discuss the dangers associated with this new process for extracting natural gas, and the impact it has had on Pennsylvania. Confirmed speakers for the action include: Mac Sawyer, former fracking worker, Dr. Walter Tsou, former commissioner of the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, Sam Bernhardt, Pennsylvania Organizer, Food & Water Watch, Iris Marie Bloom, Executive Director, Protecting Our Waters.
7:00 pmPublic forum to discuss dangers of hydraulic fracturing in Pennsylvania
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May30Thu
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Yoga at The Cedars House9:00 am – 10:15 am
Thursday, Feb. 7, 2013 (Every Thursday)
9 a.m.
The Cedars House
200 W. Northwestern Ave.
Amanda teaches an intentional vinyasa style yoga class that links breath with movement. All levels and yoga experience are welcome, as each class will offer something for everyone, allowing you to explore your physical body, expand your awareness, and find a place of peace. If weather does not permit outdoor practice, call 215-242-3121 to reserve your space. Cost $12.9:00 amYoga at The Cedars House -
Super Bones Exercise Class Thursdays and Wednesdays10:30 am – 11:30 am
Thursday (Start at any time)
10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Wednesdays (Start at any time)
5:30 – 6:30
Center on the Hill
8855 Germantown Ave.
Join physical therapist Joanne Fagerstrom in this bone building exercise class that will focus on key strengthening exercises, balance and posture. $10 per class, plus a one-time $10 equipment fee. To register call 267-432-179510:30 amSuper Bones Exercise Class Thursdays and Wednesdays
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May31Fri
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Entry Deadline for 2nd Annual Poem of Hope Poster Contest (all-day)May 31
In these hard times, Musehouse: A Center for the Literary Arts is looking for a poem about hope, renewal or rebirth. The winning poet receives $250 plus 5 copies of a beautiful color poster of the winning poem with original artwork by Anthe. Entry fee: $10 for up to three poems. Please read submission guidelines at www.musehousecenter.com
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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 – 2:00 pm
Folk Dance on Fridays
1 p.m.
Center on the 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. Your first visit is free. $7
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Save the date June 1 for Jenks Silent Auction4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Save the date Saturday, June 1
Silent auction and reception to benefit J.S. Jenks Elementary School
4 – 7 p.m.
The Church of St. Martin-in-the-Fields
8000 St. Martin LaneThe Friends of J.S. Jenks, an independent fundraising organization consisting of parents, teachers, administrators and community members, will host their annual silent auction and reception supporting music, arts and enrichment programs. This year’s theme is “Oh, the Places We’ll Go,” inspired by optimistic spirit of Dr. Seuss, this fundraising event features a variety of auction items from area businesses and organizations.
In addition to the live entertainment, kid-friendly food, appetizers, desserts, and drinks. Children are welcome to participate in games and craft activities while parents bid on auction items. This year’s event will mark the launch of a major fundraising drive to renovate Jenk’s auditorium, transforming it into a modern performance and community space while preserving its historic charm.
The cost is $20 per person; $30 for two and $40 per family. If you’re interested in making a donation of cash, goods, or in-kind services please contact Lauren Wiley at laurenwiley@yahoo.com or 609-937-4860. All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by the law. For more information about Friends of J.S. Jenks go to www.friendsofjsjenks.org or email info@friendsofjenks.org.
4:00 pmSave the date June 1 for Jenks Silent Auction -
Grand Opening Celebration: Calypso Restaurant5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
5 – 9 p.m.
Calypso Restaurant
7122 Germantown Ave.Mt. Airy’s first Trinidadian restaurant is finally here. Mother-daughter duo Claudette Campbell and Iman Marcano-Sowell have relocated from the Chestnut Hill Farmer’s Market to Mt. Airy. Join us for the grand opening at our new digs. To celebrate our kick-off, the grand opening will include free tastings of our favorite dishes and sweet sounds of steel pan to put you in to our island groove.
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Cliveden to honor U.S. Rep. Allyson Schwartz6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
6:30 p.m. (Cocktails and museum tours)
7 p.m. (dinner)
Cliveden House
6401 Germantown Ave.Over the past two decades, the Cliveden Heritage Award has been presented to philanthropists, curators, public servants, business leaders, historians and educators for their wide-ranging contributions to Cliveden, to the communities of northwest Philadelphia, and to the realm of public history. Cliveden Board of Directors will award U.S. Representative Allyson Schwartz with the 2013 Cliveden Heritage Award.
The Board of Directors applauds her commitment to public service and her career-long efforts in support of families and individuals of all ethnicities, genders, religions and sexual orientation; to promoting safe, sustainable, economically strong communities; to finding effective, bipartisan solutions to fix our economy, improve the quality of life for families, and make our nation more secure; and closer to home, to advocating for avenue revitalization.
The Keynote Speaker will be Rev. Dr. Mark Kelly Tyler, pastor of Mother Bethel AME Church.
Tickets may be purchased at www.Cliveden.org. For more info: echase@cliveden.org.
6:30 pmCliveden to honor U.S. Rep. Allyson Schwartz -
Premiere of Sons of Our Mothers7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
7 p.m.
Musehouse: A Center for the Literary Arts
7924 Germantown Ave.Join us for a one-act play written and acted by Chris Bresky. The only thing stronger than the bonds of injustice are the bonds of family. The lines between law, love and loyalty blur when three lives collide at the Mexican border in this one-man show. Ticket price is $5 at the door.
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Rain Barrel Exhibition at Mt. Airy Art Garage7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
7 p.m.
Mt. Airy Art Garage
11 West Mt. Airy Ave.The Barrels are done. And we’re proud of our MAAG teachers and artists, ages 9-85, who all created their own works of art. The artists? They’re your neighbors…their kids…their parents from Henry, from PA School for the Deaf, from Homelink, from Springside Chestnut Hill Academy, from the Germantown Stained Glass Project, from our NW neighbors and kids. Free admission. Come celebrate with us. For more information call 215-242-5074 or email linda@mtairyartgarage.org.
7:00 pmRain Barrel Exhibition at Mt. Airy Art Garage -
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 -
Camerata Ama Deus8:00 pm – 9:00 pm
8 p.m.
Church of St. Martin-in-the-Fields
8000 St. Martin’s Lane
Baroque Chamber Orchestra
Soloists: Thomas DiSarlo & Thomas Jackson (violins), Rainer Beckmann (recorder), Sarah Davol (oboe), Elin Frazier (trumpet), Bronwyn Fix-Keller (harpsichord)
Bach – Concerto for 2 Violins in d minor, BWV 1043;Telemann – Concerto for Recorder in g minor
Marcello – Concerto for Oboe in d minor;Telemann – Suite in D for Trumpet; Bach – Concerto for Flute, Violin and Harpsichord in a minor, BWV 1044; Bach – Brandenburg Concerto No.2 in F, BWV 1047. Valentin Radu, artistic director and conductor. For more information call 610-688-2800 or go to www.voxamadeus.org
8:00 pmCamerata Ama Deus -
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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Jun1Sat
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20th Century Chestnut Hill House Tour10:00 am – 4:00 pm
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Historical Society of Chestnut Hill
8708 Germantown Ave.A self-guided tour includes five houses designed by Stonorov, Montgomery & Bishop, Nolen/Runyan and Ueland.The self-guided tour is $15 for CHHS members, $30 for non-members. Tickets for the tour are limited, so advance purchase is advised. For more information or to purchase tickets go to http://chhist.org/.
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Strawberry Festival and Yard Sale at Christ Ascension Lutheran Church10:00 am – 2:00 pm
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. (rain or shine)
Christ Ascension Lutheran Church, 8300 Germantown Ave.
The festival features donated items like books, furniture and toys, which are sold outside. Inside the Parish Hall, visitors can enjoy sausages, drinks, and — best of all — strawberry shortcake with ice cream. For more information call 215-247-4233.
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Saturdays @ SCEE for kids10:30 am – 11:30 am
10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education
8480 Hagy’s Mill Road
Count on us for inspiration and fun for the little ones every Saturday morning. The first and third Saturdays are all about exploring nature: we’ll study different objects from nature and take a walk in the woods. Join us on the second and fourth Saturdays for read-aloud storytime and old-fashioned games. Free. For more information call (215) 482-7300.
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Plymouth Meeting Friends School 76th Annual Strawberry Festival11:00 am – 3:00 pm
11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Plymouth Meeting Friends School,
2150 Butler Pike in Plymouth Meeting, (corner of Germantown and Butler Pikes)Bring your family and stay for the day at the Plymouth Meeting Friends School Strawberry Festival. Join us for lots of food, fun and activities for all. Browse festive vendors offering clothing, crafts and other merchandise, as well as a Used Books and DVD Booth. Kids can enjoy the moon bounce, rock wall and carnival games. In addition, there will be a variety of delicious foods and baked goods. Performances include the Give and Take Jugglers, The Chinese Folk Dance Club from Lee-Ming Cultural Association, and Drumming and Dance Improv. Of course the hallmark of the festival is the fabulous strawberry shortcake. The event will be held rain or shine. For more information: pmfs1780.org. Free.
11:00 amPlymouth Meeting Friends School 76th Annual Strawberry Festival -
Garden Railway – Around the World in an Afternoon1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
(May 25 – Sept. 2)
1 – 3 p.m.
100 E. Northwestern Ave.
This summer, Morris Arboretum’s Garden Railway will transport visitors to the far ends of the earth. Spanning the globe, visitors will experience magical visits to The Great Wall of China (China), The Leaning Tower of Pisa (Italy), Hagia Sophia (Istanbul), Tikal (Guatemala) Maachu Picchu (Peru), Petra (Jordan), the Giza Pyramid and Alexandria Light House (Egypt), and The Eiffel Tower (Paris). Grand Opening activities will take place on Saturday. Take part in a fun kids craft and enjoy free ice cream (while supplies last) beginning at 1 p.m. Free with admission.
1:00 pmGarden Railway – Around the World in an Afternoon -
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 -
Silent auction and reception to benefit J.S. Jenks Elementary School4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
June 1
4 – 7 p.m.
The Church of St. Martin-in-the-Fields
8000 St. Martin’s LaneThe Friends of J.S. Jenks will host their annual silent auction and reception supporting music, arts and enrichment programs. This year’s theme is “Oh, the Places We’ll Go,” inspired by optimistic spirit of Dr. Seuss, this fundraising event features a variety of auction items from area businesses and organizations.
In addition to the live entertainment, kid-friendly food, appetizers, desserts, and drinks. Children are welcome to participate in games and craft activities while parents bid on auction items. This year’s event will mark the launch of a major fundraising drive to renovate Jenk’s auditorium, transforming it into a modern performance and community space while preserving its historic charm.
The cost is $20 per person; $30 for two and $40 per family. If you’re interested in making a donation of cash, goods, or in-kind services please contact Lauren Wiley at laurenwiley@yahoo.com or 609-937-4860. All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by the law. For more information about Friends of J.S. Jenks go to www.friendsofjsjenks.org or email info@friendsofjenks.org.
4:00 pmSilent auction and reception to benefit J.S. Jenks Elementary School
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Jun2Sun
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Chestnut Hill Community Association Meeting on June 210:30 am – 11:30 am
CHCA Agenda
All meetings are open to the public
Sun., June 2
10:30 a.m.
Hartwell Lane and Millman Street
Volunteers are needed at Pastorius Park located at Hartwell Lane and Millman Street. Come help us build the summer concert stage. Refreshments are provided and all are welcome.
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Garden Railway – Around the World in an Afternoon1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
(May 25 – Sept. 2)
1 – 3 p.m.
100 E. Northwestern Ave.
This summer, Morris Arboretum’s Garden Railway will transport visitors to the far ends of the earth. Spanning the globe, visitors will experience magical visits to The Great Wall of China (China), The Leaning Tower of Pisa (Italy), Hagia Sophia (Istanbul), Tikal (Guatemala) Maachu Picchu (Peru), Petra (Jordan), the Giza Pyramid and Alexandria Light House (Egypt), and The Eiffel Tower (Paris). Grand Opening activities will take place on Saturday. Take part in a fun kids craft and enjoy free ice cream (while supplies last) beginning at 1 p.m. Free with admission.
1:00 pmGarden Railway – Around the World in an Afternoon -
Mt. Airy’s Outdoor Community Drum Circle1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
1st Sundays May-October
1 – 3 p.m.
6945 Germantown Ave. (Lovett Library Garden).Bring a chair, bring a drum, bring a friend, join the fun. All instruments are welcome. Sponsored by Community Acupuncture of Mt. Airy (CAMA). Free and open to all. Ron Kravitz of Music in the Moment: 215-233-0777.
1:00 pmMt. Airy’s Outdoor Community Drum Circle
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