Our Sponsor:
William Penn House
Robin Apartments
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Neighbors, we're doing our part!
Statistics are showing that although COVID cases are on the rise in Pennsylvania, and generally throughout the country, Philly has been doing its part to control the spread by wearing masks. In fact, Philadelphia is considered the most compliant major city in the nation to wear masks. Center City has seen the most mask-wearers. Great job!
It's been a hot, sweaty, summer and the masks are uncomfortable, but if we keep this trend going, the cases in our city will continue to drop.
Also, in light of the city, state, and national unrest in regard to systemic and institutionalize racism, Mayor Kenney has established a diverse Steering Committee to "
make real changes, and focusing on listening, understanding, and reconciliation."
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Covid-19 Updates
- City continues to be in a "modified" green phase -
COVID-19 cases continue to spike in Philly and PA. Gov. Wolf announced
new restrictions
to combat the spread of the virus.
- Gyms and exercise classes have reopened this week. Please check with your gym to see if new rules are in place - i.e. reservations, class sizes, etc.
- PA Schools and colleges have reopened.
- Indoor dining remains restricted at least through the beginning of August.
Visit our special Covid-19 page on our
website
for more news and info.
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See them? Squash them!
The CCRA Garden Steering Committee has been monitoring with concern Spotted Lantern Flies in the garden. They just finished a 4th round of Neem Oil spraying and it is estimated that they have achieved a 75% reduction in the Fly population.
To control any nymphs or adults you see, s
quash them or spray them with Neem oil or "Green Power."
Spotted Lanternfly nymphs are already active around the city. Squash them!
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Would you like to be a member of CCRA? It's easy to join.
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Hosts for Hospitals
Do you know of anyone who'll be away any time this summer? Or of a vacant corporate apartment? An AirBnB not being rented out? An in-law suite or carriage house not being used? During this time of pandemic, patient-families are in urgent need of private-setting lodging.
HOSTS for HOSPITALS
provides low-cost lodging & caring support at volunteer Host-homes for patient-families coming to Greater Philadelphia for medical care. Visit the
Hosts for Hospitals website
to learn more.
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Ching Yun Hu, center city resident, and Artistic Director of the Philadelphia Young Pianists' Academy, invites you to attend the 8th Annual Piano Festival, Saturday, August 1 to Sunday, August 9. All events will be livestreamed. Choice of Observer Pass for all events or One-Day Passes. To see schedule and purchase tickets click on Events at
https://pypa.info/
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As the City
Reopens with Care, organizations and sites across the city still need volunteers to do things like:
If you aren't able to volunteer at this time, please help us spread the word!
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If
you are interested in volunteering and feel safer at home, there are virtual volunteer opportunities like:
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VoteSafe Pennsylvania
has launched a statewide bipartisan campaign that aims to ensure every Pennsylvania voter has access to safe voting options for the November election.
As covid-19 threatens to disrupt traditional voting procedures, VoteSafe Pennsylvania is advocating for secure mail-in ballots and safe in-person voting sites. The group is also educating voters about what voting options are available to them, as this year marks the first time all Pennsylvania voters can vote via mail-in ballot.
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CCRA Merchant Member Discount Program
S
upport our local merchants and save money too. These local merchants will provide a discount
(described here)
to any member who shows a current CCRA membership card and personal identification.
NextMove Dance - Get $10 off Dance Performances with your CCRA Membership. Members use promo code SAVE10.
Philly Foodworks - Use the code "CCRA" when signing up for home delivery and receive a $20 discount on delivery charges.
Astral Artists - Use promo code "CCRA" to receive a $10 flat rate on all tickets to their concerts.
East West Acupuncture
, 419 S. 19th St (415-758-1057)
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