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How to get around: bikes, trains and automobiles Chestnut Hill: The suburb in the city
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hiladelphia is remarkably easy to get around in, as is Chestnut Hill, but parking on campus and around the neighborhood can be tricky. The area is easily accessible by car, but there is a plethora of public transportation options that are easy to navigate and readily available. From Chestnut Hill College’s shuttle service and bike share to SEPTA’s trains and buses, it’s easy to get anywhere you might need to go in or out of the city. By Car On Campus: Visitor parking is limited. Residential freshman and sophomore students are not allowed to park on campus without appropriate permission. For others, all vehicles parked on campus must display a valid Chestnut Hill College parking permit and must be parked in the area designated by that permit. permits are required. Permits must be paid for before they are distributed and are obtained online. All permits are obtained through chc.thepermitstore.com. The registration year extends from August 15th to August 15th of the following year. Permits must be affixed to the driver's side rear passenger window or the rear windshield. When registering, click "Get Temporary Permit," print it, and place it in the vehicle's rear windshield until you can replace it with the permanent permit. Student permits are valid from September 1st – August 31st of each year and cost $140.95 (this includes the permit, a transaction fee and shipping & handling). A student (Resident, Commuter, SCPS/SGS) parking permit is valid in all student parking spaces. Please note that this DOES NOT include Fournier Circle, the lot behind Fournier, Brennan Drive (aka The Hill) or any other spot marked Reserved, Faculty/Staff and/or Green Sticker Park-
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ing. Parking in these spaces will result in a ticket. The College reserves the right to boot vehicles after they have three or more unpaid tickets. Failure to pay tickets may also result in a hold being placed on a student's account. In Chestnut Hill: Chestnut Hill has on-street and lot parking. Be mindful of your time as all metered, timed and kiosk parking areas are well patrolled. Free street parking in the neighborhood is available, though one might have to wander a little farther off of the beaten track to find it. Along Germantown Avenue and its nearby side streets there is metered parking. There are also several lots controlled by parking “kiosks” which accept only quarters or tokens, $1 bills or credit cards. The rate is 15 minutes per quarter with 6 hours for $3 and a flat rate of $5 for overnight. There are six parking lots: • Yellow Lot on East Evergreen Avenue (behind Bank of America)
• Blue Lot on East Evergreen Avenue (behind Wells Fargo Bank) • Green Lot on East Highland Avenue (behind Hirshorn Co.) • Orange Lot 8300 Germantown Avenue (Next to PNC Bank) • Turquoise Lot on West Highland Avenue (next to Valley Green Bank) • Purple Lot on 8600 Germantown Avenue (behind Citizens Bank) entrance on Hilltop Road • These lots are administered by the Chestnut Hill Parking Foundation. For more information, email CHPF@chestnuthillpa.com. Enforcement is the responsibility of the Philadelphia Parking Authority. Getting Around: By car: From campus, major roads lead quickly in all directions. Up Germantown Avenue through Chestnut Hill leads to Lincoln Drive and into the city. Up Bethlehem Pike leads to the turnpike east to New Jersey and New York. Out Germantown Avenue leads to the turnpike west to Harrisburg, Pittsburgh and beyond or north to the Poconos. Out Ger-
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hestnut Hill became part of Philadelphia in 1854 when the state legislature annexed some 129 square miles to the old city of Philadelphia, which occupied the land between the Schuykill and the Delaware Rivers. The village of Chestnut Hill lay ten miles north of city hall and served as a way station for travelers and a gathering place for the surrounding farms and the mills operating on the Wissahickon Creek. According to Chestnut Hill College Prof. David R. Contosta’s definitive history, Suburb in the City: Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia, 18501990, prosperous Philadelphians first headed to Chestnut Hill to escape the summer heat of the low-lying old city. When the railroad provided a link in 1854, suburban development took off. The village provided services to the new suburbanites and the new commuters lived in the comfortable, breezy enclave of Chestnut Hill while they depended on the city for their livelihood and culture. To this day, Chestnut Hill remains a highly livable suburb in the city. Bordered by Fairmount Park, the largest city park in the country, and served by two railroad lines, Chestnut Hill offers a vibrant commercial district, low-density housing, and a strong community commitment to a lifestyle worth preserving. Chestnut Hill,was named by Forbes magazine as one of the top seven urban enclaves in the United States, and one of 12 Distinctive Destinations in America by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Residents and visitors can leisurely stroll the cobblestone streets, enjoy a delicious meal in one of Chestnut Hill’s many eclectic restaurants, or shop in the upscale boutiques lining historic Germantown Avenue. Renowned for its delightful shopping and dining, Chestnut Hill is also home to the Woodmere Art Museum, the Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania, Chestnut Hill Hospital and Chestnut Hill College. The neighborhood caters to all interests–from biking along beautiful scenic trails in the Wissahickon, to sipping a glass of wine after a relaxing massage at one of our three full-scale day spas, attending an art gallery reception, or shopping for that perfect gift or outfit. For more on the history of Chestnut Hill, please visit the Chestnut Hill Historical Society website at chhist.org or stop by their office at 87078 Germantown Avenue. For a Germantown Avenue self guided walking tour, visit: www.chhist.org/avenue/tourinfo.ht m online or for a mobile web version for smartphones visit www.chhist.org/avenue/index.html , or by phone at 215-525-1539. For a 20th Century architecture tour visit www.chhist.org/20thcentury/index.htm
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Best events in Chestnut Hill and Philadelphia Sept. 11 Clover Market Sunday September 11 2016 West Highland Avenue at Germantown Avenue, Chestnut Hill, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Founded in 2010, the Clover Market is a seasonal open-air market featuring over 100 vendors with antiques & collectibles, vintage jewelry & clothing, finely crafted handmade items, and original art. A selection of Philly's finest food trucks, free crafts & live music complement the lineup.
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Free after admission Drop in and draw from Rodin’s masterpieces. Materials provided.
Fall for the Arts Festival Sept. 25 Chestnut Hill will serve as a backdrop for more than 150 talented artists from throughout the MidAtlantic region and from as far away as New Mexico. A fabulous array of artistic choices will be on display including oils, watercolors, etchings, photography, sculpture, pottery, wood crafts, jewelry and accessories but that’s not all!
Manayunk StrEAT Food Festival Sept.18 Main Street in nearby Manayunk closes down to traffic for a daylong celebration featuring tons of local food trucks, seasonal treats, neighborhood eateries, sidewalk sales, live entertainment and more. Bring your appetite and get ready to choose from more than 50 delicious vendors and trucks. (Non-ticketed)
Campus Philly CollegeFest Saturday Sept.10 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Free admission with student ID CollegeFest is a daylong festival that offers college students (with valid college ID) free general admission to cultural institutions throughout the city, including the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Harry Potter Festival and Quidditch Tournament 2016 Oct. 22 Wizardry and wonder fill the air as Chestnut Hill transforms into Hogsmeade. Chestnut Hill College transforms into Hogsmeade with a Quidditch Tournament and a Harry Potter Conference Fringe Festival September 9-24, 2016 Avant-garde performance meets street theater during the Fringe Festival, which brings two weeks of artistic pleasure to viewers at various locations throughout the city. Terror Behind the Walls September 16 - November 5 Thrill-seekers celebrate the Halloween season by testing their nerves at Eastern State Penitentiary’s Terror Behind the Walls, a spooky haunted house inside a history-rich, abandoned prison. Philadelphia Film Festival October 20-30 The 25th Philadelphia Film Festival showcases the best in independent and foreign cinema in theaters and venues around Philadelphia. Attendees will have the opportunity to take in short films, feature-length films, animated movies and special guest appearances. Battle of Germantown Reenactments Saturday, October 1 One day in history, the Revolutionary War turned Cliveden into a bloody battleground for General George Washington’s colonial soldiers as they battled the British in the fight to liberate occupied Philadelphia. Honoring this significant moment in history dates back to a Centennial Celebration held at Cliveden in 1877. Today, the Revolutionary Germantown Festival is a unique celebration in the city that gave the world the Declaration of Independence, keeping the tradition alive, attracting over 5,000 visitors each year with a day of family entertainment and reenactments of the Battle of Germantown. Second Saturday Sketch (every second Saturday) Rodin Museum/Philadelphia museum of Art
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Books, cof fee, art supplies and more: best bets for college students holds special events, so be sure to frequently check their calendar to see what’s going on.
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Chill on the Hill 5 East Highland Avenue http://chillonthehillfroyo.com/ When the frozen yogurt rave started a few years ago, Chestnut Hill joined the popular trend. In 2012, Chill became the first self serve froyo place on the Hill. Inside the shop, colorful, modern decor and puns with the word “chill” fill the room. For instance, the shop sells sweatpants with “chilladelphia” printed on them, simultaneously advertising the store and location. With numerous froyo flavors to choose from, you can mix and match as you wish. The shop has flavors to accommodate all dietary needs. There are dairy free, gluten free, organic, vegan, kosher, and no sugar added flavor options. Don’t forget to add toppings, too.
Artist & Craftsmen Supply 7926A Germantown Avenue http://www.artistcraftsman.com/ An employee-owned art supply company known for their good service and great selection. Perfect for either professional or casual artists. Their online store is also available for those who want their art supplies delivered right to their door, and free shipping is available for orders over $69; otherwise there is a flat $7 shipping fee. Big Blue Marble Bookstore 551 Carpenter Lane http://www.bigbluemarblebooks.com/ Located in Mt. Airy, Big Blue Marble Bookstore provides an outlet for readers. With an eclectic mix of progressive literature, graphic novels, and poetry, there’s always something to read.
Also, the bookstore hosts a few book clubs students are welcome to join. You could participate in the Women of the World Book Club, Life Stories Book Group, Young
Adult Book Discussion, or Queer Literary Alliance Book Group. Additionally, the Big Blue Marble holds many special events. On September 2, there is a Publishing for Poets Workshop. Then, on September 10, Josephine Curry presents the Women’s Writing and Spoken Word Series.
breakfast and lunch, considering its old-fashioned diner feel. They are known for their ripple fries, cheesesteaks, and milkshakes.
Market at the Fareway 8229 Germantown Avenue http://www.marketatthefareway.com/ When grabbing lunch with a group of friends, everyone is too familiar with the difficult decision of finding a restaurant to suit everyone’s cravings. The Market at the Fareway solves this problem. The Market’s casual design and atmosphere resembles a general store mixed with a farmer’s market. With fifteen vendors housed inside a common space, it gives you numerous options. You could choose to eat a Korean taco, turkey wrap, shrimp salad, pepato cheese, French macaroon, or even chocolate bacon toffee. Once you get your food, you can choose to eat inside or outside. Inside, the natural lighting flows through the glass doors. Outside, you can sit in large, colorful chairs by a fireplace and waterfall.
Chestnut Hill Coffee Company 8620 Germantown Avenue http://chestnuthillcoffee.com/ For a local coffee pick-me-up on those tough mornings, Chestnut Hill Coffee Co. is the perfect place Bredenbeck’s to stop by. You can grab-and-go or 8126 Germantown Avenue take a seat in one of the cafe’s comfy http://www.bredenbecks.com/ Open seven days a week, Breden- couches. The two-floor cafe provides a beck’s has been both a bakery and ice cream parlor for over 100 years. relaxing environment to sip your latIn 2010, the bakery was even fea- te and eat a delicious pastry. During the first semester, maybe add pumptured on TLC’s Fabulous Cakes. Should you ever need a special kin or cinnamon syrup to your drink occasion cake, perhaps for a friend’s to get in the fall spirit. Then, during birthday or to celebrate the end of the winter, students use the cafe to finals, Bredenbeck’s has 14 cake fla- escape from the cold with a hot vors to choose from. On the ice drink. You can catch up with friends, cream parlor side, they offer even more options. There are 27 hand while writing papers for school on Stagecrafters Theater dipped ice cream, frozen yogurt, and the free wifi. 8130 Germantown Avenue sorbet flavors combined. http://www.thestagecrafters.org/ Chestnut Hill Library Open for over 85 years, Stage8711 Germantown Avenue Bruno’s crafters has put on hundreds of plays. https://libwww.freelibrary.org/branc They call themselves “a non-profit, 9800 Germantown Avenue Located right next to campus, you hes/branch.cfm?loc=CHH semi-professional theater.” However, Like all libraries, Chestnut Hill’s their shows are substantially better should take advantage of Bruno’s. While it’s still nice outside, enjoy holds great resources for school pro- than the high school plays you are the front dining patio or the jects, as well as fun books to read. probably used to. screened room. Then, once it gets The library is a good place to get Throughout the school year, the colder out, you can sit inside and lis- work done because it provides a qui- theater will put on five shows. et, free wifi atmosphere. ten to jukebox music. Angel Street (AKA Gaslight) by Additionally, the library usually Patrick Hamilton will be presented In terms of food, Bruno’s is best for in early September. “A frail-nerved wife is certain that the gas-fueled lamplights in her house go dimmer every time her husband goes out into the night, leaving her alone inside … or is it all in her head? Atmospheric, spine-tingling, classic thriller set in Victorian London.” In November Clybourne Park, by Bruce Norris will be presented. “In 1959 an all-white community tries to stop the sale of a house to a black family. What happens when, fifty years later, the same house, now in an all-black neighborhood, is sold to a white family…? A clever, darkly funny, and insightful play about race, class, and protecting one’s turf. Winner of the 2011 Pulitzer Prize.” Any Given Monday by Bruce Graham will be the show in Febru“Amidst his politically incorrect 8625 Germantown Avenue • Philadelphia, PA 19118 ary. tirades against the rich, minorities, the obese, …, Mickey, devoted and • loyal friend of Lenny, devises an ingenious, though legally dubious, way of getting Lenny back his estranged wife. Hilarious black comedy and biting contemporary satire by the renowned Philadelphia playwright.” More of their lineup for the season can be found on their website:
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At CHC and Arcadia, commuting students get help in easing stress by Corin Pauls
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illiam Johnson, a senior at Chestnut Hill College, was once a commuter student from Sharon Hill, where he took two buses and a train each way to get to school and back home. Currently, he’s an RA (resident assistant), but he still looks back at his time as a commuter. “Often times, I only had 2-3 hours of sleep,” said Johnson, who commuted during his sophomore year. “I wouldn’t get home until 12-1 a.m., wouldn’t get to sleep until 2 a.m., and I had to get back up at 6 a.m. to leave for the day. “It was also detrimental to my health because I was not sleeping and eating, and I was under constant stress every day.” Johnson’s story is just one of the countless stories of college’s silent majority: the commuter students. According to Complete College America, 75 percent of college students are commuter students, making them the majority compared to the 25 percent of college students that are full-time at residential colleges. With the continual travel from home to class and vice-versa, to the late nights on campus, being a commuter student is not an easy task. Usually students have to plan out their day ahead of time including work, clubs and other commitments, leaving little to no margin for error.
At Chestnut Hill College, there are around 350 commuters out of the 800 undergraduates on campus, and at Arcadia University, there are approximately 750-900 commuters out of the 1,200-1,500 students on campus. Time management seemed to be an ongoing theme of difficulty. “I stayed on campus as late as 3 o’ clock in the morning,” said Jimmy Jesberger, a 22-year-old senior from Arcadia. “I can’t always stay and I miss out on different types of events.” “I have to commute 30 minutes to an hour every day,” said Chelsea Wilf, 20, another Arcadia student. “You’re more isolated.” Nick Barnes, a sophomore transfer from Pace University in New York to
Arcadia, also has had an adjustment in his first semester. “With a 6 o’clock wake up, it becomes stressful at times,” he said. While being a commuter student can be a daunting task, it helps students with their planning, and it helps some get a head start on their days. Also, as the semester goes on, commuting becomes easier, as it gets students into a comfortable, daily rhythm. “I plan a lot, so it gives me promise, and it gives me more time to do things,” Wilf said. The best argument for commuting is the amount of money students save.
At Chestnut Hill College, commuter students save roughly $11,000 a year, and at Arcadia University, the estimated saving is around $13,500 a year. These figures illustrate how cost-effective the commute is and how beneficial it is down the road. To help soften the blow of being a commuter student, both of these schools have their own programs for commuter students. While a lot of schools have resident assistants for the students that stay in the dormitories, both of these schools have commuter assistants, or CAs for short. Also, both schools have their own commuter lounge. “I took over at Arcadia two years ago,” said Nick Kirkstadt, Area Coordinator. “$500,000 has gone to the commuter lounge place for students to hang, have a quiet study area, kitchen and more. We also do programming throughout the semester, involving physical and emotional health.” Also at Arcadia, there is the Gateway Program, which provides “programming resources for students beginning as early as the summer session before freshman year.” “The students live on campus, take classes and almost everything that a typical residential college student does,” Wilf said. At Chestnut Hill College, a Commuter Assistant Program was launched at the beginning of the
2015-2016 school year. This program is used to monitor commuter students’ progress throughout the school year. “It was needed to help create a system where the commuter student received a mentor for assistance,” said Johnson, who played an integral part in planning the program. “We’re in the process of adding meal plans for commuters,” said Dr. Krista Murphy, dean of student life at Chestnut Hill College. “We are also trying to make the commuter lounge more welcoming.” Despite the difficulties that present themselves for prospective commuter students, the message was this: make college worthwhile. “College is how you make it,” Jesberger said. “Go do the things you want. Try to stay on campus and don’t be afraid to take risks.” “Use the resource of the commuter assistant,” Murphy said. “When we offer events, they are open to the whole school. We hope to do a good job making students feel welcome.” “Know your limits, but don’t sell yourself short,” Johnson said. “Plan your day, as it becomes less stressful, and become friends with residents.” If you have any questions about the CA program, please contact: Emily Schademan at SchademanE@chc.edu or 215-248-7083. For more info, visit: chc.edu/student-life/commuter-life
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not be accepted. There is also a bike share available in center city called Indego which does not yet extend to northwest Philadelphia. Learn more at https://www.rideindego. com/ By Train: The CHC Shuttle Service provides access to both the Chestnut Hill East and Chestnut Hill West Regional Rail stations in Chestnut Hill. Both the Hill East and Hill West provide access to Center City Philadelphia, including access to Amtrak’s 30th Street Station for Amtrak all along the Northeast Corridor. For Amtrak, check Amtrak.com The train from Chestnut Hill East can be taken through to Trenton, NJ for access to NJ Transit and from there New York’s Penn Station and Amtrak all along the Northeast Corridor. For New Jersey Transit, check njtransit.com. Regional Rail can also be used to visit friends at many of the Philadelphia area colleges and universities including Penn, Temple, Drexel, St. Joe’s and Villanova. Coming back, use any Center City Rail Station (Market East, Suburban or 30th Street Station to board the SEPTA Chestnut Hill East or Chestnut Hill West train to the last stop on either rail. Train service is very regular. To check schedules use: septa.org. By Bus: The SEPTA L Bus picks up on Germantown Avenue directly across from the College’s main entrance. The L Bus provides service between the Plymouth Meeting Mall and the Olney Transportation Center. The SEPTA 23 Bus drives on Germantown Avenue between the the corner of Germantown and Bethlehem and 11th and Market in Center City. The 94 Bus goes between Chestnut Hill and Montgomery Mall. The route 77 bus goes between Chestnut Hill and the corner of
Roosevelt Boulevard and St Vincent Street. Bus fare is $2.25, tokens can be purchased at certain train stations and locations around the city as well as ordered online and cost $1.80 each. Passes for trains and buses can also be purchased at select locations around the city. Tokens can be used for SEPTA buses as well as the subway and trolley systems For information SEPTA bus information, check septa.org/ schedules/bus/ Buses can also be used for transportation throughout the northeast and beyond. Greyhound has a terminal at 1001 Filbert Street near the Jefferson SEPTA train station and the Reading Terminal Market. Bolt and Mega buses load up outside in front of the 30th street Amtrak station and travel at least hourly to Washington, New York and Boston. Uber is very easy to access with the app, which is free and easy to download from the app store and is available on most smartphones. Lyft is also an option, and is accessible through its app as well. Philly CarShare is a program that allows members to pick up and drop off cars in select locations around the city. Membership starts at five or ten dollars a month, depending on the type of rate plan selected. There is also an hourly fee, and a maximum distance per month. There are available cars as close as Mount Airy. For more information visit https://www.enterprisecarshare.com/ us/en/programs/retail/philadelphia.h tml or call 1-877-599-3227. Another car sharing service available in Philadelphia is Zipcar. The app can be downloaded on most smartphones and cars rented through it. As a student, membership is discounted to $15. For more information visit http://www.zipcar.com/universities/chestnut-hillcollege or call 1 866 4ZIPCAR
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http://www.thestagecrafters.org/ If you’re interested in volunteering at the theater, they are always looking for college students to help with set design, construction, lights, sound, costumes, hair, ushering, tickets, and more. Trolley Car Diner 7619 Germantown Avenue http://trolleycardiner.com/ Ever craving pancakes for dinner, but don’t feel like making them in your dorm’s kitchen? There’s a simple solution - go to the Trolley Car Diner. There, breakfast is served all day, milkshakes are named after duos from history, and classic sandwiches are on the menu, too. Additionally, a real trolley car is right next to the diner and serves as the Ice Cream Shoppe. Students can walk up to window and choose from sixteen flavors of Nelson’s ice cream, all locally made. Weavers Way Co-op 8424 Germantown Ave. weaversway.coop A healthy alternative to the temptations of junk food, Weavers Way is a close-by spot to pick up fresh fruits and vegetables, healthy soups and frozen entrees and prepared foods. Next door is Weavers Way next door with a selection of natural and organic health and beauty products.
Community Resources Philadelphia Fire Department 101 W Highland Avenue phila.gov/fire
Chestnut Hill Community Association 8434 Germantown Avenue (215) 248-8810 chestnuthill.org Chestnut Hill Local 8434 Germantown Avenue (215) 248-8800 Philadelphia Police 14th District Haines St and Germantown Ave. 215-686-3140 police.co_14@phila.gov
Chestnut Hill Business Association Chestnut Hill Business Improvement District Chestnut Hill Parking Foundation Chestnut Hill Visitor’s Center 16 East Highland Avenue chestnuthillpa.com 215-247-6696
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Morris Arboretum 100 E. Northwestern Avenue (215) 247-5777 upenn.edu/arboretum Chestnut Hill Hospital 8835 Germantown Avenue (215) 248-8200 chestnuthillhealth.com
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Wissahickon Valley Park http://www.fow.org/ Bigger than Central Park in Manhattan, the Wissahickon Valley Park is part of Fairmount Park, one of the largest urban park systems in the world. The Wissahickon Creek runs right through the woods, giving the park its name. Locals sometimes refer to the park as Valley Green, too. All throughout the year, people visit the park for recreation. Pedestrians, equestrians, and bikers may favor Forbidden Drive, a mostly flat, gravel road closed to cars. The easiest entrance, close to campus is at the end of Northwestern Ave. However, if students want more of a hiking, hilly challenge, they can embark on one of the many trails. Some trails lead to the Indian, a large statue of a Lenape warrior overlooking the trees. Also, you can visit the Thomas Mill Covered Bridge, a large, red bridge, connecting Forbidden Drive to more trails. Woodmere Art Museum 9201 Germantown Avenue http://woodmereartmuseum.org/ Interested in seeing local art? With your student ID, it’s free for you! Now through September 7, the Woodmere Annual: 74th Juried Exhibition is on display. For this showcase, artists in the Philly area submitted their art. Then, the Dufala brothers selected pieces they believe best represent the show’s themes. Also, as many know, the Pope will visit Center City in late September. In preparation, the Woodmere already gathered their permanent collection’s biblical art. This will be on display through October 18. Additionally, Raymond Theel’s Making a Big Impressionism exhibit will be on through October. Upcoming exhibits include Eileen Goodman’s Weight of Water Color and We Speak: Black Artists in Philadelphia from the 1920s-1970s. With lots to explore in Chestnut Hill and the surrounding area, these are just some examples of must see places. Eventually, you’ll know the Hill by heart.
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