[UC] Put some coffee on your wall - Fundraiser
I know this is last minute but if?you're interested, stop by the cafe tonight.?There's some great art on our walls and it's all for sale to?support a good cause and in celebration of Fair Trade month. Thanks! Jim Lilly Owner Metropolitan Bakery Cafe 4013 Walnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-222-1492 Metropolitan Bakery 8607 Germantown Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19118 215-753-9001 ~ Beans-N-Screens Oct 5 - Oct 31 ~ As part of the Independents Coffee Cooperative, we not only have access to some of the best Fair Trade coffees in the world, we have a direct connection to the farmers who grow the beans. That's why Metropolitan is supporting the Beans-N-Screens art show and sale to benefit?the?Cooperativa San Fernando, a collective of farmers who grow Arabica beans 6,000 ft from sea level in the Andes Mountains. The coffee-themed art (all less than $40) will be on display at Metropolitan's West Philly and Chestnut Hill shops starting October 5. Opening receptions?(with refreshments!) will be held in West Philly on October 8th and in Chestnut Hill on October 15th starting at 5:00pm. All are welcome.? Together, we can keep that great Arabica coffee flowing from Peru... to you! Web-friendly version ~ Send this to a friend ~ Unsubscribe
[UC] Metropolitan Bakery Music Series (feel free to delete)
Hi All, We're getting together some more live music this month and next at the Walnut Street Cafe. If you're interested in?receiving?info about these?and future?events, please contact me offline. Thanks, Jim Jim Lilly Owner Metropolitan Bakery Cafe 4013 Walnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-222-1492 Metropolitan Bakery 8607 Germantown Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19118 215-753-9001 Email and AIM finally together. You've gotta check out free AOL Mail! - http://mail.aol.com
Re: [UC] UC List Poetry Slam
Kyle - If you're serious about this, you can have it at my place. I'll provide the coffee gratis. Jim Jim Lilly Owner Metropolitan Bakery Cafe 4013 Walnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-222-1492 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thu, 12 Apr 2007 9:45 AM Subject: [UC] UC List Poetry Slam With Glenn recently throwing his quill pen into the ring, and Al, who has been posting poetry off and on for a long time now, and of course Rosso, I think it's time we had a UC List poetry slam. Maybe at the Kelly Writer's house. Who's in? kc AOL now offers free email to everyone. Find out more about what's free from AOL at AOL.com.
[UC] Live Blues and Jazz
My apologies in advance if this offends anyone as an advertisement. I just wanted to get the word out about a new amenity in the neighborhood. We are starting a regular Friday night of live jazz and blues at the cafe with local Philadelphia artist Jim Dragoni and special guests. It kicks off next Monday night the 19th (just to get things rolling) and then continues every Friday thereafter starting the 23rd. Cover is $5 (plus tips to the musicians if you're so inclined) for Jim and his guests. Here are the details: Location: Metropolitan Bakery Cafe 4013 Walnut Street (across from The Bridge movie theater) Time: Doors (actually we only have one, but doors sounds more impressive) open at 8:00pm with two sets starting at 8:30pm If you want to know more about Jim, here's his website http://wwwemusictime.com Thanks for taking the time to read this -- hope to see you some Friday night! Jim Lilly Owner Metropolitan Bakery Cafe 4013 Walnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-222-1492 Metropolitan Bakery 8607 Germantown Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19118 215-753-9001 AOL now offers free email to everyone. Find out more about what's free from AOL at AOL.com.
[UC] Website Address
My apologies fro the typo, Jim Dragoni's website is: http://www.emusictime.com Jim Lilly Owner Metropolitan Bakery Cafe 4013 Walnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-222-1492 Metropolitan Bakery 8607 Germantown Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19118 215-753-9001 AOL now offers free email to everyone. Find out more about what's free from AOL at AOL.com.
Fwd: [UC] Mexican Food
---BeginMessage--- And don't forget Lou's on North 33rd St. above Powelton Ave. Taco Lou's has been a great truck for years and his restaurant continues the tradition with superb fresh ingredients and a nice casual atmosphere. I had one of the tastiest and best burritos there, ever. It's a little out of the way, but worth it. Jim Lilly ---End Message---
Re: [UC] Catchment Area: Why oh Why oh Why???
Sharrief, Why didn't you mention the Phila. School District? My guess is that they were the the strongest voice in determining the catchment area. I don't think anyone knows exactly how much input Penn had in drawing the boundaries for the school. Singling them out and bashing them for it seems unfair in the least and continues a perception that Penn is behind every (perceived) mistake or problem in the neighborhood. I thought we were beginning to see things in a more nuanced and informed way. No? Jim Lilly
Re: [UC] HD : an Ad Hoc, Non Binding, lots of time and reasons to change your...
Just a couple of comments: -- Old City certainly is an example of (1) high densities of population and activities; (2)mixtures of primary uses; (3) small-scale, pedestrian-friendly blocks and streetscapes; and (4) the retention of old buildings mixed in with new. With Historic Designation, it now will be able to keep these qualities instead of dealing with future pressures to build more and bigger condos for the club crowd. -- An important fact we all need to keep in mind is that only 18% of the properties in the proposed Spruce Hill Historic District are owned by single families. All other properties are owned/controlled by developers and landlords. That's less than one out of five. We can fight over the facts and nuances of period designation, paint colors, spindles, slate, etc. but except for zoning, historic designation, is the only other city program that has the ability to give such a minority some control over what happens to a neighborhood as unique as ours. Do we really believe that the majority of other 82% cares at all what happens to Spruce Hill outside of making money for themselves? This is a prime rental area and it always will be no matter what their buildings look like. They don't want anyone, not just you and me, telling them what to do. Who do you all think is keeping this battle going for so long? THE 82%!! Whatever happened to Ms. Blackwell's public meetings last month to open this up to democracy? You think maybe someone other than you and me is calling the shots here and we're all just flogging ourselves, much to their delight? Here's something to ponder -- a local handyman (who shall remain nameless at his request, for fear of retribution) told me about a year ago that when he asked a local landlord why he was putting metal siding on his facades covering up the original siding and some victorian detail instead of painting, replied, "What do I care, I won't be here in ten years!" Jim Lilly
Re: [UC] Urbane, or urban, vs. suburbs
Brian, Correction - People would not be "caught unaware" as you say. Historic Designation doesn't just happen one day. Before any decision is made, PHC has to conduct two public meetings with sufficient notice given to every household in the area being considered. To imply otherwise is to mislead. Jim
[UC] Tickets - First Come First Served
I have two tickets for tomorrow night's 8PM performance of Les Ballet Jazz de Montreal at Annenberg that I can't use. They are $27 apiece. If you're interested please email me. Jim Lilly
Re: [UC] 91 FM
Brian - Understandable mis-read, no harm no foul. So, how many members are there in SHNA? Jim
Re: [UC] 91 FM
Brian, Since you brought up SHNA again, I'm curious about something, just as a public disclosure kind of issue. How many members does SHNA have? Jim Lilly
Re: [UC] Upsettingly biased article about Bill 040003
Brian, Couple of things: You say that "this change (the Blackwell bill) adds a much-needed element of public review to the process". I doubt it will do anything of the kind. Look at how Ms. Blackwell recently blocked Councilman Kenney's public hearings about the Historic Commission. Her bill hasn't even been voted on and already she's politicized the process AND prevented public discussion. Her bill doesn't democratize the process, it puts it solely in the hands of politicians. How many decisions do you think are made by Council behind closed doors? How many "public hearings" are merely window dressing to appease "the people" when those decisions have already been made? For further insight into why this bill was introduced at all (and why she intoduced her previous bill) see today's Inquirer opinion written by Representative Nix as to the tie-in between Blackwell's bill and the Mayor's NTI initiative in West Philly. Lots of money being thrown around for demolition (and future development) if HD and the Historic Commission are moved out of the way. I've said it before and I say it again this has nothing to do with "democratizing the process", "helping out the little people", "giving neighbors a voice" or any other spin. It's all about $$$ Now, about the tax credits: I'm not an expert but here is my understanding -- The Federal Government offers 20% tax credits to anyone who owns an "income-producing" property in a National Register District (of which Spruce Hill is one) when they perform renovations according to the Interior Department guidelines. Pennsylvania is considering a similar program (the bills currently being debated/voted on in the House and Senate). If passed, Pennsylvania's program would add an additional 20% on top of the Fed's 20%, meaning someone with a legitimate tenant apartment could potentially qualify for tax credits totaling 40%. For more info on the PA bills go to www.uchs.net Jim Lilly
Re: [UC] Upsettingly biased article about Bill 040003
Tony, To what do you attribute the statement, "Complying with Historical Commission requirements triples that cost, as a rule." Also, assuming that the intent of Jannie's bill is to prevent historic designation, which I think is a fair assumption otherwise she wouldn't be lobbying to take control of the process as she proposes, most people would not be able to take advantage of the tax credits as I stated earlier. Jim
Re: [UC] Lancaster Avenue opportunity
I think posting something like this is on the list is fine. Jim Lilly
Re: [UC] Maybe the problem is thinking that it's a problem
Ah, perspective. How refreshing. Jim Lilly
Re: [UC] shoe repair suggestions ??
I had a pair of shoes at this store (Spruce below 38th) and when I went to pick them up they'd closed for good. Is anyone else in the same situation? Does anyone know where the owner is so I can see about getting my shoes back? Jim Lilly
[UC] Enforcing Phila's Noise Ordinance
I thought everyone might be interested in seeing this... City Council Will Let Police Write Tickets for Loud Parties by KYW's Mike Dunn Philadelphia police would get new powers to crack down on loud, window-rattling parties that disturb neighbors, under a bill just approved by a City Council committee. Thomas O'Donnell, a resident of Juniata Park, complained to the committee that police issue tickets for things like parking and trash violations, but do nothing about loud parties: "Someone violating any of these laws doesn't affect my quality of life. But someone playing their music too loud at 1 am does. I work for a living. Most of the people that violate this don't." Police have not been ticketing for loud noise because, until now, only the Health Department had the power to do so. Now, the council committee has okayed a bill that lets police officers also issue tickets for excessive noise, and it increases the fines. Approval by the full City Council is expected. Police officials say each district is getting a noise meter, so officers can actually get a reading of the decibels coming from a house -- making their case in court stronger. inline: image001.gif
Re: [UC] Electricians
Please change your settings, your messages are very hard to read. As for an electrician, Dowling and Arrigale, hands down. Larry Arrigale loves to explain everything to you; his estimates are real and usually written as "not to exceed"; and his men are thorough, polite and neat in their work. Jim Lilly
[UC] Philadelphia Leash Law
In an effort to clear up any confusion about it, here is the exact wording of the City's leash law taken from the phila.gov website under "Philadelphia Code and Charter". The one owner who told me that he'd read the law and it said a dog only needed to be on a leash if it was not under control is wronf. There is no exception uner the law. Jim Lilly ยง10-104. Animals Running at Large and Vicious Animals. [5] (1) No person shall permit any animal other than a cat to go at large upon any street, public place or private property other than the property of the owner of the animal. All animals using any street, public place or private property of anyone other than the owner of the animal shall be on a leash not exceeding six (6) feet in length including the handgrip but excluding the collar and accompanied by a person able to fully control the animal at all times. Horses shall be exempt from the provision requiring a leash but shall under this Section require proper rein and bit or halter and lead shank. Any animal running at large in violation of this ordinance shall be seized by any animal control officer or police officer and delivered to an appropriate area of confinement approved by the Department of Public Health. (2) Any animal which is vicious may be seized by any police officer or any authorized animal control officer and may be humanely destroyed at the discretion of the Department of Public Health after a reasonable effort[6] has been made to notify the owner.
[UC] Unleashed Dogs (Part 2)
Aside from the issue of unleashed dogs in Clark Park, I'm concerned about the serious impact they are having on the condition of the bowl. They have stripped it of much of its grass and turned it literally into a dust bowl, which in turn becomes a mud bowl when wet. I've heard from several people offline that they are concerned for the children trying to play soccer on hardpack or mud and just in general that the bowl is being trashed by overuse of dogs. I think there needs to be some serious discussion by all of us and the FoCP in particular as to this situation. Do we create a small fenced-in dog park? Do we have volunteers enforce specific dog rules and usage, agreed upon by all, for the bowl? Do we ban dogs from the bowl? What is the bowl's primary purpose? Is it for people or dogs? Should dog owners pay for the upkeep of the bowl, like bathers at the Jersey Shore? Think about it. The park is for everyone, but if a single constituency is spoiling it for others, then something should be done to rectify the situation. Jim Lilly
Re: [UC] (no subject)
I'll grant that it's not all related to dog usage, but I stood for several minutes last night watching the dogs, owners, etc. to look at where they were and how far they roamed. Almost all of them were concentrated in the northern end as you say, but several dogs were roaming in the middle and everybody, dogs and owners were standing in dirt. There is no grass where they congregate. Some owners sit on the grass a few feet away from their dogs - ironic that they don't sit on the dirt created by their pets don't you think? The point is that the bowl needs attention and dog owners are certainly a big part of the problem so they need to be a big part of the solution. Jim
[UC] (no subject)
I have a compost bin (container?) that was provided to me by the city. Sounded like a good Idea when I took the class and got the free bin, but I quickly realized it was way too big for my needs. It's about 4' high x 3' in diameter, has a removeable top and door for dumping and turning. If anyone is interested, you're welcome to it. Respond offline. Jim Lilly
Re: [UC] Worse litter than pizzarias and roofing contractors -- Car Share!
Funny, I walked the neighborhood yesterday afternoon and as I often do, picked up litter on the way. I have to say I didn't find one of these flyers on the sidewalk, street, etc. Jim Lilly
[UC] Tree Gators
Does anyone have 4 or 5 of those rubber gators (sp?) for watering around the base of street trees? I would like to borrow or buy them for use on my block. Please let me know off-list or on. Thanks, Jim Lilly
Re: [UC] another slate roof goes
I believe faux slate was used on the restoration of the buildings in the 4200 block of Spruce Street. I stopped when the work was being done and saw the product, which was quite authentic looking. Anybody know who did this work and/or anymore detail? Jim Lilly
Re: [UC] Plan to repair Naval Home roof may be thwarted by historic status
You're right, Jeff, the incentive for neglect is the real issue here. Toll Brothers (with a keen eye for public relations) looks like the cavalry riding to the rescue, when in fact they caused the problem in the first place. Jim Lilly
Re: [UC] Blizzard of ought-three
I heard from Larry Maltz at the used bookstore that Philly Diner is closed. Jim Lilly
