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Oct15Mon
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Chestnut Hill College to Present Documentary “Tak for Alt” Holocaust Survivor and Civil Rights Activist Judy Meisel to Speak7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
7 p.m.
Chestnut Hill College
St. Joseph Hall, Redmond RoomChestnut Hill College will show the film “Tak for Alt” (Thanks for Everything in Danish). Judy Meisel, Holocaust survivor, civil rights activist and subject of the documentary, will speak after the viewing.
“Tak for Alt” tells the story of Meisel, whose experiences during World War II inspired a life-long campaign against racism. Connecting the Holocaust and the American civil rights movement, “Tak for Alt” opens with Meisel recalling news coverage of a 1963 race riot in Philadelphia, sparked by a black family, the Bakers, moving into an all-white neighborhood. Spurred by her memories of being removed from her home by German soldiers in Lithuania in 1938, she baked some cookies and went visit the Baker family, beginning her own journey toward fighting for equality.
The ensuing film weaves archival material and location footage of Meisel retracing her wartime experiences through Eastern Europe: working slave labor in a Kovno Ghetto boot factory, watching her mother disappear into the Stutthof Concentration Camp gas chamber, crawling across a frozen river after fleeing a death march, passing as a Catholic while working for the Wermacht, and finally escaping to Denmark, 16 years old and weighing forty-seven pounds.
Unlike many Holocaust films that end with liberation in 1945, “Tak for Alt” contextualizes these wartime events within Judy’s continuing work as a civil rights advocate and educator, utilizing her experiences as a means to combat bigotry and racism here in the United States. The film underscores that the Holocaust is not just an historical event or a Jewish issue. Acts of intolerance continue across the world today, impacting people of varying color, religion, political affiliation, and sexual orientation. Through the film, Judy Meisel offers an example that one person can make a difference.
The event is free and open to the public. For more information, please contact Marie Conn, Ph.D., chair of the department of religious studies, philosophy, and the graduate program in holistic spirituality at 215.248.7044 or mconn@chc.edu.7:00 pmChestnut Hill College to Present Documentary “Tak for Alt” Holocaust Survivor and Civil Rights Activist Judy Meisel to Speak
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Oct16Tue
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Magic themed straw maze at Woodmere Art Museum10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Runs until Nov. 9
Woodmere Art Museum
9201 Germantown Ave.The Woodmere Art Museum presents its Fall 2012 straw maze “Diagon Alley.” Hours are Fridays, 6–8 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m.–6 p.m., and Sundays 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Families welcome; ages 4–11 with adult $8 per child ($6 members); $20 for families of three or more ($18 members).
The maze will be open until October 28. The theme for the 2012 maze draws inspiration from the Harry Potter series. Diagon Alley is a cobbled wizarding alley and shopping area located in London behind a pub called the Leaky Cauldron. Inside the alley is an assortment of shops where wands, charms, and all items on the Hogwarts supply list can be bought. Visitors will find everything a wizard needs to cast spells. 850 lb. bales have been arranged in concentric squares, nesting one inside the other.At the perimeter, bales are stacked to create post and lintel portals for access to magic markets. Beyond the portals is the “commitment wall” – a diaphanous honeycomb wall of straw bales intended to challenge the visitor. At the center of the maze resides a mystical red sphere. Seek-and-find activities will also be available to guide visitors through the maze.
Magical art-making activities will be held Fridays, 6-7 p.m., and Saturdays, 2-4 p.m. They are free and include: September 14–15, Wizard Hats; September 21–22, Magic Wands; September 28–29, Cloaks of Invisibility; October 5–6, Wizard Hats; October 12–13, Hogwarts Castle; October 19–20, Magic Book; October 26–28, Harry Potter Weekend, including Tri-Wizard Tournament, Magic Wands, and Treats from the Trolley.
For more information visit www.woodmereartmuseum.org.
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Man to Man® Prostate Cancer Support Group5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Third Tuesday of the month
5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Williams Conference Room, Chestnut Hill Hospital
8835 Germantown Ave.Man to Man® is an education and support group for men diagnosed with prostate cancer, whether newly diagnosed, in or post-treatment, sponsored by the American Cancer Society. Spouses and partners welcome. Please call the Cancer Resource Center at 215-248-8047 to register.
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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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Oct17Wed
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Magic themed straw maze at Woodmere Art Museum10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Runs until Nov. 9
Woodmere Art Museum
9201 Germantown Ave.The Woodmere Art Museum presents its Fall 2012 straw maze “Diagon Alley.” Hours are Fridays, 6–8 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m.–6 p.m., and Sundays 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Families welcome; ages 4–11 with adult $8 per child ($6 members); $20 for families of three or more ($18 members).
The maze will be open until October 28. The theme for the 2012 maze draws inspiration from the Harry Potter series. Diagon Alley is a cobbled wizarding alley and shopping area located in London behind a pub called the Leaky Cauldron. Inside the alley is an assortment of shops where wands, charms, and all items on the Hogwarts supply list can be bought. Visitors will find everything a wizard needs to cast spells. 850 lb. bales have been arranged in concentric squares, nesting one inside the other.At the perimeter, bales are stacked to create post and lintel portals for access to magic markets. Beyond the portals is the “commitment wall” – a diaphanous honeycomb wall of straw bales intended to challenge the visitor. At the center of the maze resides a mystical red sphere. Seek-and-find activities will also be available to guide visitors through the maze.
Magical art-making activities will be held Fridays, 6-7 p.m., and Saturdays, 2-4 p.m. They are free and include: September 14–15, Wizard Hats; September 21–22, Magic Wands; September 28–29, Cloaks of Invisibility; October 5–6, Wizard Hats; October 12–13, Hogwarts Castle; October 19–20, Magic Book; October 26–28, Harry Potter Weekend, including Tri-Wizard Tournament, Magic Wands, and Treats from the Trolley.
For more information visit www.woodmereartmuseum.org.
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Free Tot Ice Skating Lessons2:00 pm – 2:45 pm
2 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
Wissahickon Skating Club
550 W. Willow Grove Ave.Free ice skating lessons for children ages 3-5. Visit www.wissskating.com for more information.
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Save the date! Rock ‘n’ Roast Fundraiser Nov. 105:00 pm – 9:00 pm5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Saturday, November 10, 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
The Presbyterian Church of Chestnut Hill, 8855 Germantown Ave.
Reckless Amateurs, including Rebecca Thornburgh and David Thornburgh, will offer a great blend of folk, rock and blues music to accompany a delicious pork roast dinner. Bring family, friends, and neighbors. Adults $25, kids $10 or family ticket for $75. All proceeds will go to the mission fund. For more information, call 215-247-8855 or visit www.chestnuthillpres.org.
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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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Oct18Thu
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Magic themed straw maze at Woodmere Art Museum10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Runs until Nov. 9
Woodmere Art Museum
9201 Germantown Ave.The Woodmere Art Museum presents its Fall 2012 straw maze “Diagon Alley.” Hours are Fridays, 6–8 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m.–6 p.m., and Sundays 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Families welcome; ages 4–11 with adult $8 per child ($6 members); $20 for families of three or more ($18 members).
The maze will be open until October 28. The theme for the 2012 maze draws inspiration from the Harry Potter series. Diagon Alley is a cobbled wizarding alley and shopping area located in London behind a pub called the Leaky Cauldron. Inside the alley is an assortment of shops where wands, charms, and all items on the Hogwarts supply list can be bought. Visitors will find everything a wizard needs to cast spells. 850 lb. bales have been arranged in concentric squares, nesting one inside the other.At the perimeter, bales are stacked to create post and lintel portals for access to magic markets. Beyond the portals is the “commitment wall” – a diaphanous honeycomb wall of straw bales intended to challenge the visitor. At the center of the maze resides a mystical red sphere. Seek-and-find activities will also be available to guide visitors through the maze.
Magical art-making activities will be held Fridays, 6-7 p.m., and Saturdays, 2-4 p.m. They are free and include: September 14–15, Wizard Hats; September 21–22, Magic Wands; September 28–29, Cloaks of Invisibility; October 5–6, Wizard Hats; October 12–13, Hogwarts Castle; October 19–20, Magic Book; October 26–28, Harry Potter Weekend, including Tri-Wizard Tournament, Magic Wands, and Treats from the Trolley.
For more information visit www.woodmereartmuseum.org.
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Play Scrabble every Thursday10:00 am – 12:00 pm
10 a.m.- 12 p.m.
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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Super Bones Exercise Class10:30 am – 11:30 am
10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
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 267-432-1795. Class runs on Thursdays from Sept. 13 to Dec. 13 (Start at any time).
10:30 amSuper Bones Exercise Class
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Oct19Fri
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Germantown White House Tours10:00 am – 4:00 pm
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
The Germantown White House
5442 Germantown Ave.The oldest official presidential residence in the United States will be open for visitors from Friday, Sept. 14 through Sunday, October 28. The Germantown White House is part of Independence National Historical Park and is free and open to the public on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
For more information visit www.friendsofindependence.org or call 215-861-4971. For more information about the house and tours, visit www.nps.gov/demo.
10:00 amGermantown White House Tours -
Magic themed straw maze at Woodmere Art Museum10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Runs until Nov. 9
Woodmere Art Museum
9201 Germantown Ave.The Woodmere Art Museum presents its Fall 2012 straw maze “Diagon Alley.” Hours are Fridays, 6–8 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m.–6 p.m., and Sundays 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Families welcome; ages 4–11 with adult $8 per child ($6 members); $20 for families of three or more ($18 members).
The maze will be open until October 28. The theme for the 2012 maze draws inspiration from the Harry Potter series. Diagon Alley is a cobbled wizarding alley and shopping area located in London behind a pub called the Leaky Cauldron. Inside the alley is an assortment of shops where wands, charms, and all items on the Hogwarts supply list can be bought. Visitors will find everything a wizard needs to cast spells. 850 lb. bales have been arranged in concentric squares, nesting one inside the other.At the perimeter, bales are stacked to create post and lintel portals for access to magic markets. Beyond the portals is the “commitment wall” – a diaphanous honeycomb wall of straw bales intended to challenge the visitor. At the center of the maze resides a mystical red sphere. Seek-and-find activities will also be available to guide visitors through the maze.
Magical art-making activities will be held Fridays, 6-7 p.m., and Saturdays, 2-4 p.m. They are free and include: September 14–15, Wizard Hats; September 21–22, Magic Wands; September 28–29, Cloaks of Invisibility; October 5–6, Wizard Hats; October 12–13, Hogwarts Castle; October 19–20, Magic Book; October 26–28, Harry Potter Weekend, including Tri-Wizard Tournament, Magic Wands, and Treats from the Trolley.
For more information visit www.woodmereartmuseum.org.
10:00 amMagic themed straw maze at Woodmere Art Museum -
Whispers along the Wissahickon”5:30 pm – 9:30 pm
5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Wissahickon Environmental Center
300 Northwestern Ave.
This family-friendly fall celebration offers hayrides, face painting, magic, live music and more. Everyone is encouraged to come in costume. Tickets are $30 for adults, $15 for children and $85 for family tickets (2 adults and 2 children). Price includes food, beverages, beer, and wine. Tickets are limited, so buy your tickets early. No tickets will be sold on site. This is a rain-or-shine event. For tickets visit https://secure.qgiv.com/for/fowevents/event/11145/
5:30 pmWhispers along the Wissahickon” -
Film Screening at MKA Institute6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Friday, October 19, 2012
6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
A screening of The Upright Man, a film on Thomas Sankara, hero of Burkina Faso, will be held Friday, October 19, 6-8 p.m., at the Molefi Kete Asante Institute, 5535 Germantown Avenue. The cost is $5. For more information call 215-882-9200 or visit www.mkainstitute.com.
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Save the Date: Oct. 20 Black & White Gala and Silent Auction7:30 pm – 11:00 pm
Black & White Gala and Silent Auction
Saturday, Oct. 20
7:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Chestnut Hill Hospital
8835 Germantown Ave.
7:30 pmSave the Date: Oct. 20 Black & White Gala and Silent Auction -
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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Oct20Sat
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Chestnut Hill Hospital Community Day10:00 am – 2:00 pm
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Chestnut Hill Hospital
8835 Germantown Ave.
Come celebrate community day and enjoy magic shows, jugglers, face painting, inflatable rides and delicious hot dogs, pizza, funnel cake and much more. While there take a tour of the hospital’s new emergency department and meet the staff and physicians. The event is free.
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Germantown White House Tours10:00 am – 4:00 pm
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
The Germantown White House
5442 Germantown Ave.The oldest official presidential residence in the United States will be open for visitors from Friday, Sept. 14 through Sunday, October 28. The Germantown White House is part of Independence National Historical Park and is free and open to the public on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
For more information visit www.friendsofindependence.org or call 215-861-4971. For more information about the house and tours, visit www.nps.gov/demo.
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Giant Neighborhood Yard Sale10:00 am – 4:00 pm
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
High Point Café
7210 Cresheim Rd.Neighborhood Yard Sale: books, kids clothes and toys, household items and more.
Plus live music, magic show, Philly Cowshare, Heritage Farm Stand and $5 crepes all day.
10:00 amGiant Neighborhood Yard Sale -
Magic themed straw maze at Woodmere Art Museum10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Runs until Nov. 9
Woodmere Art Museum
9201 Germantown Ave.The Woodmere Art Museum presents its Fall 2012 straw maze “Diagon Alley.” Hours are Fridays, 6–8 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m.–6 p.m., and Sundays 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Families welcome; ages 4–11 with adult $8 per child ($6 members); $20 for families of three or more ($18 members).
The maze will be open until October 28. The theme for the 2012 maze draws inspiration from the Harry Potter series. Diagon Alley is a cobbled wizarding alley and shopping area located in London behind a pub called the Leaky Cauldron. Inside the alley is an assortment of shops where wands, charms, and all items on the Hogwarts supply list can be bought. Visitors will find everything a wizard needs to cast spells. 850 lb. bales have been arranged in concentric squares, nesting one inside the other.At the perimeter, bales are stacked to create post and lintel portals for access to magic markets. Beyond the portals is the “commitment wall” – a diaphanous honeycomb wall of straw bales intended to challenge the visitor. At the center of the maze resides a mystical red sphere. Seek-and-find activities will also be available to guide visitors through the maze.
Magical art-making activities will be held Fridays, 6-7 p.m., and Saturdays, 2-4 p.m. They are free and include: September 14–15, Wizard Hats; September 21–22, Magic Wands; September 28–29, Cloaks of Invisibility; October 5–6, Wizard Hats; October 12–13, Hogwarts Castle; October 19–20, Magic Book; October 26–28, Harry Potter Weekend, including Tri-Wizard Tournament, Magic Wands, and Treats from the Trolley.
For more information visit www.woodmereartmuseum.org.
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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
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Murder Mystery at Maxwell Mansion6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
6 p.m.
Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion
200 West Tulpehocken Street,
On Saturday, Oct. 20 or 27 or Sunday Oct. 21 or 28 at 2:30 p.m., for their annual Murder Mystery entitled ‘The Borden Tragedy.’ This event, which borrows from the game of Clue, will focus on the death of Andrew and Abigail Borden. Was their daughter Lizzie guilty of their murder? Tours begin every 20 minutes and tickets are $16 per person. For more information or to purchase tickets call 215-438-1861 or visit www.ebenezermaxwellmansion.org.
6:00 pmMurder Mystery at Maxwell Mansion -
Save the Date: Oct. 20 Black & White Gala and Silent Auction7:30 pm – 11:00 pm
Black & White Gala and Silent Auction
Saturday, Oct. 20
7:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Chestnut Hill Hospital
8835 Germantown Ave.
7:30 pmSave the Date: Oct. 20 Black & White Gala and Silent Auction
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