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Our Mother of Consolation Church in Chestnut Hill participated in tolling the bell on June 6, National Gun Violence Awareness Day.
Local churches sound the alarm on gun violence epidemic
Multiple churches in Northwest Philadelphia participated in Toll the Bell, a citywide sound installation to raise awareness about gun violence. more
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Performers quickly learned to become comfortable with nature during rehearsals of “Terra: Bodies & Territories.”
‘Terra: Bodies & Territories’ explores ecofeminist themes outdoors
An experimental dance theater will transform the forest of the Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education into a stage for two weekends in June. more
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The Pastorius Park summer concert series has been a tradition for over 70 years.
Get outdoors and enjoy free concerts all summer long
Nothing says summer more than being outdoors. Add live music to the mix and you’ve created a recipe for the perfect summer activity.  more
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Ellis “El-Dog” Ferrell Jr. (sitting) and his son, Darrin Ferrell, taught students at C.W. Henry about Fletcher Street Urban Riding Club’s history and proper horse care.
Urban cowboys mosey into C.W. Henry
Members of the Fletcher Street Urban Riding Club visited C.W. Henry School on May 30. They brought a horse, of course. more
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An original 1844 rendering of the gatehouse.
Laurel Hill East’s historic gatehouse gets a facelift
Laurel Hill, the historic cemetery in East Falls, announced the completion of a $4.9 million exterior rehabilitation of its iconic gatehouse. more
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Quinn’s first single, “Cry,” came out in 2024 and played on WXPN.
Viral moment spurs local musician to success
Caroline Quinn, a pop/alternative musician based in East Falls, was looking for a job at the Hideaway Music record store in Chestnut Hill. She ended up with a gig. more
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The majority of dancers in “Breaking Ground” attend local schools such as Springside Chestnut Hill Academy and Germantown Friends School.
Philadelphia Dance Theatre offers free show for community
Philadelphia Dance Theatre, a classical ballet school and performing company in Mt. Airy, will host its annual “Breaking Ground” performance for free on June 7. more
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Kismet Cowork, which opened in Chestnut Hill in 2017, closes at the end of May.
Kismet Cowork, Vitality Studio to shut down
Two businesses — whose founders are married — must close after ownership of a building on Germantown and West Willow Grove avenues recently changed hands.  more
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Interim President Brian McCloskey welcomed graduates in the entrance procession on May 17.
Chestnut Hill College celebrates 98th annual commencement ceremony
Amid the school’s 100th anniversary celebrations, Chestnut Hill College honored graduates with its annual commencement ceremonies on May 15 and 17. more
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Jack Leaming, State Senator Art Haywood and another veteran celebrated Memorial Day last year in Chestnut Hill.
Northwest Philadelphia to honor the fallen this Memorial Day
While Memorial Day is often celebrated as the unofficial kickoff to summer, the holiday is also a reminder of the people who gave their lives serving our country. more
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Actors at Quintessence Theatre Group perform “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.”
Local arts organizations lose federal funding
Multiple Northwest Philadelphia arts organizations, among hundreds of other groups nationwide, lost promised grants from the National Endowment for the Arts. more
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Brendan Flatow’s time with Gametime Sports at SCH may be coming to an end, but he hopes to continue helping with the company while at college.
SCH entrepreneur builds broadcast brand
Speaking to Brendan Flatow now, it is hard to imagine that the senior from Springside Chestnut Hill Academy (SCH) was ever shy. more
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David Simms sits inside his current space at 1540 Wadsworth Ave., which he says the business has already outgrown.
Always room for more: David Simms' culinary journey
The culinary journey of David Simms, the chef and owner of Eatible Delights Catering, has taken him far. more
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Rev. Chris & Les Garçons Crasseux draw inspiration from New Orleans-style music, a not-so-easily defined genre.
Local musicians channel New Orleans-style vibe
Christopher Marsceill, better known as Rev. Chris, was only 5 or 6 years old when he began taking group piano lessons. He was seen as the odd one out. more
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Current residents at Life Turning Point are taught life skills, financial literacy and parenting tips.
Life Turning Point provides transitional home for women and children
Homelessness is a devastating experience for anyone, but the hardship is compounded when children are involved. more
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Sprandio Ells says self-publishing has allowed her to be creative with her book covers, which can be used as selfie props.
Local author self-publishes award-winning stories about motherhood
Halfway through Kate Sprandio Ells’ freshman year at Chestnut Hill College, she realized her true passion lay in a creative field. more
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Roughly 50,000 square feet of hospitality space was constructed for the Truist Championship at the Philadelphia Cricket Club.
PGA Tour set to boost local economy
The PGA Tour’s Truist Championship arrives at the Philadelphia Cricket Club’s Wissahickon course in Flourtown from May 8-11. more
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Chestnut Hill Conservancy Executive Director David Gest hopes the exhibit exploring the geographic history of the Wissahickon encourages the public to visit the organization’s historic headquarters.
Chestnut Hill Conservancy’s new exhibit maps the Wissahickon
The Chestnut Hill Conservancy’s new exhibition explores the changing landscape of the Wissahickon Valley. more
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The Chestnut Hill Brewing Company is one of 31 participating breweries in the Crafted in Philly Beer Tour.
Breweries in Northwest highlighted in upcoming Philadelphia beer tour
The Crafted in Philly Beer Tour is back for its second year with 31 participating taprooms – six of which are in the Northwest. more
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Members of the Germantown Friends youth jazz ensemble, (left to right) Zekie Lieberman, Jiaray Shi, Sam Desai and Zeke Hammarhead, say they are nervous but honored and excited to participate in the Germantown Jazz Festival.
GFS youth ensemble introduces new generation to jazz
The upcoming Germantown Jazz Festival — scheduled for April 25-27 — aims to celebrate the art form embedded in the culture of the historic neighborhood for decades. more
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