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Whitemarsh Hall, situated on 300 acres in Wyndmoor, was larger than the White House. It had 147 rooms and a staff of 70 just to maintain the grounds, 24 fireplaces and 28 bathrooms.
Wyndmoor estate in new book about notorious murder
Anyone who has been around the Chestnut Hill area for several decades surely remembers the legendary, almost mythic, Stotesbury Estate. more
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Choral Arts Philadelphia’s new season includes works by Bach, Britten and Monteverdi.
Hill conductor announces Choral Arts’ 2023-24 season
The new artistic director of Choral Arts Philadelphia has announced an exciting new roster of concerts for the 2023-24 season. more
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Germantown and Mt. Airy residents Boz Heinley, Buck Buchanan, Kim Empson, Charlie Cooper and Wain Ballard make up the Humbleman Band, which has played for 24 years at Northwest Philly venues.
Mermaid Inn to host Humbleman Band’s joyous return
Charlie Cooper  and his popular Humbleman Band have been playing local gigs for 24 years, but right now he just feels lucky to be alive. more
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Cliveden, the summer home of the Chew family, was also the site of the Battle of Germantown.
A Cliveden house tour highlights the Chew family’s drama and division
Historic Cliveden in Germantown was the summer home for a family with everyday problems. The drama will unfold during a tour on Aug. 5. more
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Practice yoga amid Morris Arboretum and Gardens’ Out on a Limb exhibit.
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Included are events at Morris Arboretum, Laurel Hill, the Chestnut Hill Library, Wyck Historic House and more. more
It's 'bubbling' fun at Morris Arboretum
For families looking for something to do with their little ones, Morris Arboretum is a good place to start.  more
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Award-winning slam poet and author Elizabeth Acevedo will discuss her latest novel at a book signing, 7 p.m., Aug. 7, at Greene Street Friends.
Uncle Bobbie's, GSF host discussion with slam poet and National Book Award winner
Award-winning young adult author Elizabeth Acevedo will discuss her new book, “Family Lore,” at a book signing on Aug. 7. more
Clarke interviews Gerry Adams, the controversial former head of Sinn Fein, which fought for years to expel the British from Northern Ireland.
Local author's new book features famed Irish newsmakers
Sabina Clarke has been fascinated by words and images since she was a small child. It was good training for her future interviews. more
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Spring House Tavern has been a landmark in eastern Montgomery County for more than three centuries. It may be the oldest continuously operating restaurant in Pennsylvania.
300 years later, Spring House Tavern still thriving
Since foodies are anxious to check out the latest trend, I often wonder how longstanding restaurants survive: "This is our best year ever." more
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Jenkintown Pops concerts set for August
The Jenkintown Community Band plans three Summer Pops events. more
A few things to do
Here's some fun upcoming events in Mt. Airy and Chestnut Hill. more
A 10-year-old Andre Watts performed with the Philadelphia Orchestra in 1957 after winning a student competition.
Germantown’s keyboard titan Andre Watts dies
Concert pianist Andre Watts, 77, a trailblazing virtuoso of classical music, spent his childhood and teenage years in Germantown. more
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“How Johnetta Taught Us to Pray II,” LaToya Hobbs
‘Shifting Time,’ Black artists interpret historic change
In a time of death and unrest amid a brutal pandemic, Tim McFarlane wondered if his art was enough. more
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Peter Nero, the founder and longtime director of the Philly Pops who died July 6, led the orchestra “with panache and charisma.”
Five Fridays is back with music and philanthropy
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Chestnut Hill has announced the 2023-24 season of one of the Hill’s most popular offerings: “Five Fridays.” more
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Bronson Tennis (second from left) and his band De Tierra Caliente will bring their brand of Latin roots fusion music to Pastorius Park for the last performance of the season in the Chestnut Hill Community Association’s summer concert series. The presenting sponsor is Temple Health – Chestnut Hill Hospital and the performance is 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, July 26.
De Tierra Caliente brings a sizzling series closer
Bronson Tennis returned to North America with the realization that Latin roots fusion music was his calling. more
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Michele Haines, a native of France and former foreign language teacher at Germantown Friends School, opened Spring Mill Cafe 45 years ago.
45 years of French charm at Spring Mill Cafe
Spring Mill Cafe, a Conshohocken BYOB, continues to thrive. more
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G-town concerts start
Eighth District City Councilmember Cindy Bass' Summer Events Series is a set of free community events that include live music and fun kids' activities. more
Chestnut Hill-based choir The Crossing is one of the many cultural arts organizations to benefit from the Presser Foundation's support.
Classical music foundation trades Center City for Chestnut Hill
The Presser Foundation, which provides grants to music organizations in this region, is now one of Chestnut Hill’s newest neighbors. more
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Singer Deb Callahan will perform excerpts from her new album “Backbone,” a mix of soul, funk and blues music, 7:30 p.m., July 19, at Pastorius Park.
Deb Callahan Band brings ‘Backbone’ to the blues
Deb Callahan Band’s first album was released in 2002, but the group is still churning out exciting new blues music. more
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