RE: [UC] paint colors

2004-04-06 Thread Kyle Cassidy
What's the scoop on the color palette along larchwood and such, I'm intreigued by all the bright, uncharacteristic, almost bizarre color schemes pink, blue, purple, etc. is this one painter or a group of conspirators? kc -Original Message- From: Richard Hotchkiss [mailto:[EMAIL

[UC] Music Lessons

2004-04-06 Thread Christy Bracken
Hi everyone, Does anyone know of a good music school/string instrument teacher in University City or Center City? I just recently bought a cello and I'd like to take some lessons to learn how to play it (I played violin for some years quite some time ago, but I do feel I need some refreshing).

Re: [UC] HD : an Ad Hoc, Non Binding, lots of time and reasons to change your...

2004-04-06 Thread Lillja
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

Re: [UC] Music Lessons

2004-04-06 Thread Cristle C. Judd
Karen Meier who lives at 45th and Larchwood is a wonderful cellist and teacher. (Curtis grad with further study at Julliard). Don't know if she has e-mail. Her phone # is 215-386-0790. Hi everyone, Does anyone know of a good music school/string instrument teacher in University City

[UC] Easter Egg Hunt?

2004-04-06 Thread Melinda . E . Salmon
Hi, does anyone know of any Easter Egg Hunts for kids in the Ucity area? Melinda You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html.

Re: [UC] HD : an Ad Hoc, Non Binding, lots of time and reasons to change your...

2004-04-06 Thread Krfapt
In a message dated 4/6/2004 12:38:52 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Just a couple of comments... (no need to quote them, you can go back and read them). Just as I've said since day one. The proponents aren't interested in preservation. All this pretentious talk about our

Re: [UC] HD : an Ad Hoc, Non Binding, lots of time and reasons to change your...

2004-04-06 Thread Brian Siano
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: -- 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

RE: [UC] paint colors

2004-04-06 Thread J. HolmesAndrews
here's a long answer to a short question colors are usually chosen by owners, not the painter ...the bright colors on 4400 block of pine are thanks to this sites web-master, i believe...the 400 south block of larchwood partly represents a liking for the victorian painted lady motif..likewise,

[UC] Re: Easter Egg Hunt?

2004-04-06 Thread BGAndersen
Actually, I just proposed to Tony West of FoCP that very idea. However, it was for next year! In 2005, (Western) Easter Sunday is 27 March and (Orthodox) Easter Sunday is 1 May. I was going to recommend an Easter Egg hunt on Saturday, March 26 with a pancake breakfast. It would be a good fit

Re: [UC] FYI: neighborhood sleaze

2004-04-06 Thread FX Winkler
Baltimore Avenue watering hole shows up on Craigslist again: http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/mis/26709513.html Stunning Green Line Cafe staffer Date: 2004-03-17, 5:48PM ESTI believe they call you "?" Impossibly tall, though not hunched, as though you've worn it all your life with

[UC] Not that I give a rat's ass about HD but ...

2004-04-06 Thread Benseraglio2
I am truly perplexed about the messagefrom Lilljabelow. Is this a masterful piece of satire or what? Thenotion that 18% trumps 82% in a "democracy"? Sort of reminds me of the old notion of the poll tax, where only those with the moola to "pay and play" had access to the voting booth.

RE: [UC] HD nastiness is a result of exaggeration opinion presented as fact

2004-04-06 Thread S. Sharrieff Ali
Yes, the Historical Commission deals with paint colors. No, the Historical Commission doesn't deal with paint colors. It all depends on whether you are talking about what they are doing today, or what they have the power to do if they so choose It is not as confusing as you are presenting it.

RE: [UC] HD nastiness is a result of exaggeration opinion presented as fact

2004-04-06 Thread KAREN ALLEN
RE: I find it useless that homeowners are posting support for the designation without living in Spruce Hill. I will assume that since I stated in my previous writings that I do not live in Spruce Hill, that you are referring to me. First of all, I did not see For Spruce Hill Eyes Only

RE: [UC] HD : an Ad Hoc, Non Binding, lots of time and reasons to change your...

2004-04-06 Thread S. Sharrieff Ali
Do we really believe that the majority of other 82% cares at all what happens to Spruce Hill outside of making money for themselves? Jim, was that statement a personal insult to Al Krigman, the ODonnells? Sounds like it to me, and I am not instigating anything. Again, you never