Events and Happenings

Center City Residents' Association

1900 Market St, FL 8, Philadelphia, PA 19103

PH: 215-546-6719 Email: centercity@centercityresidents.org

June 27, 2024

Publishing Hiatus

CCRA This Week and Events and Happenings will not publish in July and August, as our hard-working staff takes a much-deserved break. So it’s Enjoy the Summer, and see you in September!

Rick Gross: Gone West, But His Legacy Remains

Recent CCRA President Rick Gross may have decamped for the Left Coast, but his legacy and the memories remain, as detailed in this profile in the Inquirer (for subscribers only).

CCRA Public Zoning Committee Meeting

On Tuesday, June 25, CCRA held its zoning committee meeting. If you missed it, you can watch it here. You can read the report here.

The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, July 23, via Zoom.

Please Donate to the Clean, Safe, and Green Campaign

As we go about our daily lives, it's easy to overlook the importance of a clean, safe and green environment. However, the well-being of our communities and future generations depends on it. This is why supporting the Clean, Safe, and Green Campaign is crucial. The Campaign is dedicated to promoting sustainable practices, reducing pollution and creating green spaces in our communities.

By donating to this campaign, you can help fund vital projects, such as sidewalk cleaning, trash collection initiatives and the development of eco-friendly infrastructure. No matter the size, every donation makes a meaningful difference and helps advance the campaign's cause.

By contributing to the Clean, Safe, and Green Campaign, you are ensuring that your sidewalks are swept after trash collection, that green projects are implemented, like the new Arboretum at Schuylkill River Park, and that we keep our neighborhood safe

Your generosity can make a tangible impact on the environment and ensure that our communities remain clean, safe and green for years to come. Please consider donating to the Clean, Safe, and Green Campaign today. Your support will help build a more sustainable and environmentally friendly world. Thank you for making a difference!

Donate here.

Salsa Dance Party

Friday Nights at Love Park

Do you love to dance? Mark your calendar for a Salsa and Bachata dance party at Love Park every Friday night, now through August 27.

Join Jimmy George in salsa dancing lessons from 7-10 pm. For more information dance your way over here.

Last Chance to see the Community of Images: Japanese Moving Image Artists in the US, 1960s-1970s

Collaborative Cataloging Japan announced the upcoming exhibition, Community of Images: Japanese Moving Image Artists in the US, 1960s-1970s.

The exhibition at the Philadelphia Art Alliance is located at 251 S 18th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103. Now through August 9, 2024, regular hours are Wed through Fri 10 am - 5 pm, Sat 12-5 pm. See more about the exhibition here.

Chinatown Summer Festival

Saturday, July 20, 2024 (1 pm - 7 pm)

Philadelphia Chinatown Development Corporation (PCDC) is proud to present Chinatown Summer Festival, a 1-day street festival featuring neighborhood restaurants, food trucks, local artists and performers. Stop by Saturday, July 20 from 1-7 pm. For more information, click here.

Franklin Institute Opening Thursday Nights

Do you miss the Franklin Institute? Because it misses you. Release your inner child for their Second Thursday events featuring extended hours, cocktails and activities. You must be 18+. For more information and tickets, follow your heart here.

Philadelphia African Restaurant Week

Now through June 30, 2024

Take a bite, sip and share during African Restaurant Week, now through June 30, where you can enjoy special menu offerings and discounts. Visit Food Geez (Liberian), New Era Cuisine (Nigerian) and Gojjo Ethiopian Restaurant to name a few. Click here to see the full list.

Get Your Dancing Shoes Ready for this WXPN Dance Party

Friday, June 28, 2024 (5-11 pm)

Tune into a sonic time capsule with the WXPN Dance Party! Led by Dan Reed, DJ Robert Drake, and John Vettese, this party promises to whisk you through the rebellious beats of the 70s, the electrifying rhythms of the 80s, and the grunge-laden anthems of the 90s. Dance over here for more info.

Best Spots to Watch the Fireworks

Spark up some fun with prime firework viewings along the Delaware and the Schuylkill Rivers.

Catch the spectacular display whether you are at a riverfront attraction, the end of a pier, a room with a view, or alongside a pedestrian bridge. Go here for a guide to the best firework viewing spots.

Outdoor Movie Night on the Banks

Thursday, June 27 at 8:30 pm

Bring your family, friends, blanket and picnic for a great time watching Big riverside! The movie will start at sunset around 8:30 pm. Get there early to stake out your spot! The movie location is easily accessible by walking, rolling, taking public transit or driving. Get more details here.

Arts on Stage at Dilworth Park

Thursdays through August 29

Celebrate Philadelphia’s robust network of arts and culture organizations at Dilworth Park. Performances will take place every week, ranging from orchestral serenades and ballet ensembles to jazz instrumentals and more. These events are free, but seating in the lawn is limited. Bring-your-own blanket or chair. Click here to see the performance schedule.

I Scream, You Scream… for New Merchant Partner Jeni’s Ice Creams!

Just in time for the Summer Swelter comes the news that Jeni’s Ice Creams at 19th & Chestnut is now a CCRA Merchant Partner!

Jeni's is a creative-led, community-spirited company on a mission to make better ice creams and bring people together. Jeni’s builds ice creams completely from scratch, using a unique recipe honed and perfected over more than 20 years by founder Jeni Britton. Their ice creams have a uniquely smooth texture and buttercream body, with bright flavor and clean finish.

So what’s the “scoop”, you ask? Glad you asked. CCRA Members with Membership Card get a Free Upgrade, from the two-scoop Standard to the three-scoop Signature! Aren’t you glad you asked? (Unfortunately the deal does not include jumping the ever-present long line out the door. )

So don’t delay! Make it to Jeni’s today!

CCRA Merchant Partner Feature

CCRA’s Merchant Partner program is a true Win-Win: It provides local businesses with complimentary advertising and exposure while giving CCRA members generous deals and discounts. This week we spotlight Merchant Partner 12th Street Catering!

If You’ve Got the Room, 12th St. Catering’s Got the Board

Big (or small) event coming up and you need to crush it with the food presentation? Fear not, new Merchant Partner 12 th St Catering has got your back.

12th Street Catering is a Philadelphia-based full-service catering company that believes you eat with your eyes first, then with your mouth. They're devoted to making outstanding food with beautiful décor to match. Offering locally sourced ingredients, stunning displays, and highly seasoned staff, they're much more than just a crew of cooks--they're culinary artists with the passion to provide extraordinary eating experiences anywhere in Philadelphia and the Main Line.

Even better? CCRA members received a 10% discount on a delivered catering order. (This is a one-time offer with a minimum of 20 guests.) For any party over 50 you’ll receive a complimentary hors d’oeuvre.