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HomeAuthorsRobert William Methlie

Articles by Robert William Methlie

Chestnut Hill

Chestnut Hill: The Arts Thrive on Germantown Avenue

May 10, 2016Robert William Methlie and

Chestnut Hill, which is known as Philadelphia’s “Garden District,” is home to artists, an art supply store, art galleries, and the Woodmere Art Museum. The arts live and thrive in Chestnut Hill. Up and down

Chestnut Hill

Chestnut Hill: Enrichment Center Keeps Older Adults Active

March 14, 2016Chelsea E Titlow and

The Chestnut Hill Center for Enrichment was formed in 1978 by the Chestnut Hill Community Association as a program (then known as the Chestnut Hill Senior Services Center) to provide activities and resources enhancing the wellness, community involvement,

Arts and Entertainment

Chestnut Hill: Four Things That Make This Community Special

February 11, 2016Robert William Methlie and

Chestnut Hill is a neighborhood in Philadelphia that houses a unique community. It’s historical significance and abundance of green life makes it a great place to live and visit. Within the town are shops such as

Chestnut Hill

Chestnut Hill: Community Association Welcomes a New Executive Director

February 10, 2016Robert William Methlie and

Ryan Rosenbaum (above) is the new executive director of the Chestnut Hill Community Association. Despite only being at the association since November, Rosenbaum says he’s already learned a lot. The association’s main focus is to be

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