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Wondering how much Hilltop helps the library
Hilltop Books is a lovely community bookstore that I enjoy and appreciate. But to what extent does it benefit the library? more
Photographer Ron Tarver, formerly of The Inquirer and now an associate professor at Swarthmore College, will chat about his latest book, “The Long Ride Home: Black Cowboys in America,” Feb. 20 at Awbury Arboretum in Germantown.
Literary events to explore culture, history and resistance
Northwest Philadelphia's vibrant literary scene takes center stage this month with a powerful lineup of authors, poets, and artists. more
The Curtis Institute quartet-in-residence, Erinys String Quartet, performs at the Chestnut Hill Library, 8711 Germantown Ave., at 5:15 p.m. Jan. 28.
Friends of historic library plan 2025
Even as we all ring in the new year, the Chestnut Hill Library is still facing many of the challenges of the old year. more
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A painting that accompanies his poem, “Red Vision,” by Richard Metz, in his new book, “A Murder of Crows.”
Art, poetry and the environmental echo of crows
You might say that artist Richard Metz likes to crow about his paintings and prints. more
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Author Tony Knighton
A thrilling discussion at Hilltop Books
Author Tony Knighton returns to Hilltop Books Sept. 21 to discuss his latest thriller, “A Night at the Shore.” more
The festival offers arts and crafts, live music and culinary delights for its 40th year.
Fall for the Arts Festival brings autumn charm to Chestnut Hill
The weather is cooling down and the leaves are changing color, which can only mean one thing: Chestnut Hill’s Fall for the Arts Festival is fast approaching. more
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You never know who might show up at the annual Philly Bookstore Crawl.
Philly Bookstore Crawl: A literary tour through the Northwest
Book lovers, mark your calendars for Saturday, Aug. 24, when  the Philly Bookstore Crawl returns. more
Last year’s Bastille Day celebration at Matines Cafe.
The Northwest celebrates Bastille Day
Matines Cafe and Jansen are both celebrating with special events and menus. more
In addition to writing five novels, Fink has performed music and storytelling at several Northwest venues over many years.
Losing 20 years of work didn’t stop this Hill novelist
Ted Fink, who will discuss his new book at Hilltop Books, lost a lifetime of work when he stuffed three novel manuscripts, 30 short stories, 20 songs, and dozens of poems into an overnight bag and checked it onto a plane that he and his family were taking to Puerto Rico. more
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Michael Allman will close out the rescheduled Chestnut Hill Home & Garden festival on Sunday with an after-party and concert at the Venetian Social Club. Doors open at 4 p.m., and tickets are $20.
Hill festival returns, Michael Allman to headline after party
Michael Allman, known for a bluesy, soulful voice that evokes his father in his prime, will perform at the Venetian Social Club of Chestnut Hill, located at 8030 Germantown Ave. more
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Last year's Chestnut Hill Fall for the Arts Festival was fun for all ages.
Chestnut Hill's Fall for the Arts Festival returns
Chestnut Hill's 38th annual Fall for the Arts Festival returns on Sunday, Oct. 8 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., closing Germantown Avenue from Rex Avenue to Willow Grove Avenue. more
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James Douglas Rosenthal, who just published a novel bashing the art world, does not smoke. He is holding a rolled up piece of paper in this photograph. Maybe he wants to look like Humphrey Bogart.
Mt. Airy artist's new novel bashes the art world
When you walk into James Douglas Rosenthal's Mt. Airy house of 25 years, you can immediately smell the varnish, turpentine and oil paint in his art studio. more
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Police said the second kidnapping occurred at around 2:15 p.m. on July 13, on Bethlehem Pike just above the intersection with Chestnut Hill Avenue.
Hill hit by two ransom kidnappings
In two separate incidents since July 1, two young men who were walking along Chestnut Hill streets each were forced into a car at gunpoint. more
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Customers browse at the Big Truck Book Sale fundraiser hosted earlier this month by the Friends of Chestnut Hill Library. The library, which reopened in April after a major renovation, needs furniture, window shades and materials for its collection. The sale raised more than $2,500 to benefit the library.
Big Truck Book Sale raises more than $2,500 for Chestnut Hill Library
Thanks to our volunteers, board members and book lovers, the Friends of Chestnut Hill Library Big Truck Book Sale was a success. more
Tommy Bergstrom
Seven candidates for seven seats in 2023 CHCA board election
This year the Chestnut Hill Community Association has seven board seats open and received seven nominations. more
Stan Cutler (left) and James Gleeson, of the Friends of the Chestnut Hill Library, setting up a point-of-sale terminal for Hilltop Books, where Cutler will discuss and sign copies of his new novel.
Election-themed thrillers on tap at Hilltop Books
Chestnut Hill resident Stan Cutler will appear at Hilltop Books, the community bookstore at 84 Bethlehem Pike, on Saturday, May 27. more
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Zachary Bourne, general manager of Jansen, takes his mother Wendi Bourne out to sample the seafood tier and caviar, both of which are available for Jansen’s Mothers Day brunch.
Celebrate Mom with local Mother's Day brunches
Let’s all face the facts: We probably would not experience good food were it not for mothers. more
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Laya Martinez, author of the extraordinarily candid and compelling memoir, “When Your Family Says No,” will be discussing the book on Saturday, April 15, 1 p.m., at Hilltop Books in Chestnut Hill.
Local author brings 'family betrayal' to Hill bookstore
“I never reconciled with my parents. I did go to see my mom, and I was allowed to go into the house, but my husband never could." more
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