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Weekly E-Newsletter - March 25, 2021 |
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Did We Just Win?
It wasn’t all that long ago – three months ago, in fact – that the prospect of entering a cold and dark pandemic winter filled us with existential dread. How on earth are we gonna get through this???
Sadly, tragically, not everyone did. However – ICYMI – Spring arrived in the early a.m. this past Saturday. (We happened to be awake at 5:37 that morning and happily toasted its arrival. Vodka & OJ, if you must know.)
And so: Warm weather is here. Roll that around in your head for a bit.
Warm. Weather. Is. Here.
Green grass, fresh air, flowers in bloom.
Warm, sunny days. Long, cool nights.
For months on end.
And nothing – not even a Coronavirus – can stop it.
Did we just win?
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CCRA Public Zoning Committee Meeting |
On Tuesday, March 23, we held our zoning committee meeting. There were 4 properties on the agenda. To view the report, click here. If you'd like to watch the meeting, click below to go to our YouTube Channel.
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We want to hear from you!
As the weather gets warmer, people are getting vaccinated, outdoor dining is on the rise, and Rittenhouse Square becomes lively again, we want to know from our residents/businesses/passersby whether you like nighttime activities in and around the Square.
Music? Play readings? Social gatherings? Noise levels? When should it be quiet time?
Feel free to email Operations Manager Travis Oliver with the subject: Rittenhouse Sq.
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CCRA Launches High-Rise Membership Program |
CCRA has recently rolled out a brand-new membership opportunity for residents in high-rise buildings in the CCRA catchment area. We hope this initiative will provide our existing 1200+ membership base a broader and more diverse voice in Center City West which will help strengthen our ability to leverage change. This partnership is facilitated by the building’s property management group, board of directors, or building manager. Check out page 5 of the Spring edition of the Center City Quarterly for more information. |
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Visit our special COVID-19 page on our website
for more news and info.
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CCRA has partnered with the Schuylkill River Development Corporation to keep the Banks Trail and greenery well maintained. Consistent with COVID restrictions, only small groups will be working outdoors and with masks at a time (20 or less). The first of many “workdays” for us is listed below for Philly Spring Cleanup Day. If that’s full, we’ll be announcing other opportunities to get your hands dirty throughout the seasons.
Saturday, April 10, from 9am to 1pm
14th Annual Philly Spring Cleanup on Schuylkill Banks
Join us on the Center City segment of Schuylkill Banks for a morning of trail beautification projects, including leaf collection, mulching, light pruning, and trash pickup. Meet up location is on the trail under the Walnut Street Bridge. Gloves, tools, and water will be provided.
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Community Info and Events |
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Judge the Judges: Judicial Candidates Forum |
Join the Judge Accountability Table (JAT) for the two-day virtual Judge the Judges: Judicial Candidates Forum on March 30th and 31st from 6PM to 8PM. This year, there are 8 vacancies in the Court of Common Pleas and 3 in the Municipal Court up for election. As people with a stake in electing candidates that believe in real justice, safety, and dignity, we deserve to have a say in who sits on the bench. |
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Reversing Trend: List of Bars/Restaurants That are Opening, not Closing |
You are no doubt as tired of reading about bar and restaurant closings as we are in reporting them. Well, thanks to vaccines and warmer weather, more than a few eating and drinking establishments are beginning to re-open.
Far too many to list right here, thankfully. You can read all about it here.
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Marathon, Not a Sprint: Marathon Grill Reopens |
Like most Center City eateries, in 2020 Marathon Grill was hit by a one-two punch: first the pandemic, then the riots. Closed for ten months, the diner at 16th & Sansom has now re-opened in what will hopefully be a harbinger of a Center City comeback. Learn More: Marathon Grill |
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Worth a Road Trip: Down North Pizza |
What’s better than delicious pizza? Delicious pizza that gives back to the community. That’s what Down North Pizza is all about. It weds tasty comfort food with the goal of reducing recidivism in Black communities. Located on Lehigh Ave. in Strawberry Mansion, it offers Detroit-style square pies, wings, salads, fries, shakes... We could go on, but it would make us way too hungry. |
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Ready.Set.Philly!
Officials, Chamber of Commerce announces plans to revitalize city businesses impacted by the pandemic.
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News from Friends of Fitler Square Park |
Due to the continued COVID-19 pandemic, FFSP has made the difficult decision to cancel this year's Easter Egg Hunt and Spring Fair. |
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Philadelphia Open Studio Tours (POST), sponsored by the Center for Emerging Visual Artists, invites you to attend free virtual tours on four Wednesday evenings from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., including 200 artists at 30 studio spaces. Each of the 4 evenings features artists in different parts of Philadelphia. Center City West is included in the West section on Wednesday, April 14. (Other areas: Northwest on April 7, Northeast on April 21, and South including Center City East on April 28.) Tours are free; registration is required. For information about dates and locations, visit here. To register for free tickets, click below.
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CCRA Merchant Partner Discount/Promotion Program
Please support our local merchants and save money too. These local merchants will provide a discount or promotion to any member who shows a current CCRA membership card and personal identification.
Astral Artists - Use promo code "CCRA" to receive a $10 flat rate on all tickets to their virtual concerts.
East-West Acupuncture, center city office closed, but you can use the 10% discount at her Narberth office (415-758-1057)
Mlkmn, - Use code CCRAMlkmn to receive free membership
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