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CHCA Agenda

All meetings are open to the public. more

7/17/25

Alan Harler, pictured here in 2000, was the artistic director of the Mendelssohn Chorus of Philadelphia from 1988 until 2015. He rescued the ensemble from financial ruin and championed contemporary choral music.

Alan Harler, 85, beloved choral conductor

Virtually all musicians “play” music. A select number “make” music. An even smaller selection "serve" music. more

by Michael Caruso | 7/17/25

Expanding on their bestselling “Campfire Stories” books, which feature tales from national parks and beyond, Glenside residents Ilyssa and Dave Kyu will introduce their three new collections at booked on July 19.

Local authors share ‘Campfire Stories’ at booked

Surprisingly, Dave and Ilyssa Kyu, longtime Glenside residents and editors of the “Campfire Books” anthology series, did not grow up camping. more

by Len Lear | 7/17/25

Teaming up for culture coverage

We’re happy to announce the Chestnut Hill Local’s new partnership with Broad Street Review. more

7/17/25

“Fairlawn,” a Tudor Revival-style house, was constructed in the early 20th century by George Woodward and William D. Hewitt. The property is located in the Pelham neighborhood of West Mt. Airy.

The villages of Northwest Philadelphia: Yesterday and today

From the array of shops in Chestnut Hill, through Mt. Airy’s tree-lined streets, to historic sites in Germantown, Northwest Philadelphia is known for its unique character. more

by Brian Nelson | 7/17/25

A portrait of the artist as a young man: McElhinney at the start of his directing career.

A 16-year-old’s film gets its 30th anniversary screening

Andrew McElhinney hadn’t graduated from high school by the time he finished his second film, “A Maggot Tango,” in 1995. more

by Ben Silver | 7/17/25

New River Ensemble weaves classical and contemporary sounds in chamber music performance.

Chamber roots return to Pastorius Park with New River Ensemble

As Pastorius Park’s concert series winds down for the summer, this week’s performance harkens back to the concert’s classical music origins. more

by Brianna Mack | 7/17/25

Michael Clemmons’ solo exhibition fills his Ubuntu Gallery with ceramics, painting and more.

‘If This World Were Mine,’ Michael Clemmons at the Ubuntu Gallery

Brace yourself for a moving journey if you visit “If This World Were Mine,” artist Michael Clemmons’ solo exhibition at Ubuntu Gallery, 5423 Germantown Ave. more

by Constance Garcia-Barrio | 7/17/25

Loretta Lucy Miller plays Grandma with Matthew Johnson as her grandson Michael in the one-act “Gram Scams” at Old Academy Players in East Falls.

OAP keeps it short and sweet in annual festival

Old Academy Players is closing the theater season with the East Falls company’s annual "Summer One Act Bonanza." more

by Hugh Hunter | 7/17/25

From left: David Forbes as Peaseblossom, Kaiya Sutton as Cobweb, Rafael Schneider as Bottom, and Emily Parker as Titania in Indecorous Theatre’s ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream.’

Indecorous Theatre presents site-specific ‘Midsummer’

Shakespeare reclaimed and reimagined fairies in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and a new production takes audiences into the woods of Roxborough’s Schuylkill Center. more

by Gabrielle Kaplan-Mayer | 7/16/25

The Free Library’s Chestnut Hill Branch is frequently understaffed.

Shortages plague NW Philadelphia libraries

When District Council 33 (DC33) union members went on strike, all Philadelphia Free Libraries also shut their doors. more

by Lucy Tobier | 7/16/25

The proposed Verizon cellphone tower site faces pushback from the state, but the Chestnut Hill Conservancy has not yet taken a position.

Verizon proposes cell tower in Chestnut Hill

Verizon is proposing a 175-foot monopole cellphone tower on the SugarLoaf Campus of Chestnut Hill College. more

by Tommy Tucker | 7/16/25

Plymouth Whitemarsh graduate Jordyn Thomas, of Team Black, successfully wrangles a rebound.

Jefferson’s Team Black stands alone atop Summer League

In the college summer hoops league last week, the number of undefeated teams dropped from three to just one. more

by Tom Utescher | 7/16/25

Brian Nelson and Lucy Tobier

7/15/25

Jul 10, 2025 issue

7/10/25

Representatives Tarik Khan (left), a Democrat, and Tom Jones, a Republican, shake hands after passing their bill, amending the Donated Food Limited Liability Act.

Governor signs Rep. Khan’s bill protecting food donors

Governor Josh Shapiro on June 30 signed State Rep. Tarik Khan’s sponsored bill, amending the Donated Food Limited Liability Act. more

by Tommy Tucker | 7/10/25

Five artists vie to honor trailblazing lawyer

The winning design for a statue depicting Dr. Sadie T. M. Alexander, a history-making lawyer and economist, is scheduled to be selected this month. more

by Kristin E. Holmes | 7/10/25

Rabb running for U.S. Congress

With last week's announcement of Congressman Dwight Evans’ retirement in 2027, state Representative Chris Rabb is running for the seat. more

by Tommy Tucker | 7/10/25

SEPTA will charge for parking

SEPTA began charging for parking on weekends and holidays at all SEPTA-owned lots and garages on July 7. more

7/10/25

Crime Report

The following is for crimes reported from June 30 to July 6. more

7/10/25

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