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It was just as difficult for us to announce the last show as it [...]]]> We have received a number of comments and concerns about the Friday Night Jazz Concerts – how folks wish it was longer, asking how to support it next year, etc. To answer those questions here’s some background on the Jazz concert series.

It was just as difficult for us to announce the last show as it was for you to hear it. This series is only possible thanks to the hard work, dedication, and yes, money from many different individuals and organizations both new and old to the neighborhood. This year’s series sponsors included: Philadelphia Federal Credit Union, Central City Toyota, Spruce Hill Community Association, Philadelphia Horticultural Society, University City District, Elena’s Soul and Cedar Park Neighbors.

The Cedar Park Jazz series actually starts when the weather is still quite cold.  The volunteers with Cedar Park Neighbors begin soliciting donations, grants and other financial contributions from area businesses, government sources and individuals to make this Jazz Series possible. Once we have an idea how much money we will be able to raise, we set the schedule for the summer, book the talent and organize the publicity, logistics and everything that else goes into this series. This series of eight concerts takes more money than you may think to make happen and it ran exactly as long as we planned for and could afford – and all the funds earmarked for this series goes directly to the musical talent. Time spent organizing, fundraising and hosting these concerts is done for free by volunteers.

We are a small group of volunteers and work on a lengthy list of community projects including helping neighbors with zoning issues, safety needs and block improvement projects; organizing fairs, community education events, neighbor meet & greets,and block leader conferences; maintaining the park; collecting, assembling and distributing to charitable organizations; Holiday Food baskets for nearly 150 neighbors in need; fundraising for and awarding scholarships for student scholars in the neighborhood to help with college expenses; and other projects big and small to help our diverse neighborhood.

We would welcome you to join CPN, donate and/or volunteer for the Jazz Series (or any other neighborhood project that really speaks to you), and encourage friends neighbors and others that enjoy the Jazz Series to do the same. This is the best way to help extend the series and better Cedar Park for everyone.

Thanks again for your interest in the great things happening in Cedar Park.

- Cedar Park Neighbors

Hello Baltimore Ave! You may have noticed that the work on the 47th street triangle is complete. Well, we would like to have a small celebration [...]]]> The following is a note from Joe McNulty of the UCD inviting neighbors to the dedication ceremony for the newly relandscaped traffic triangle at 47th and Baltimore. See you there.
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Hello Baltimore Ave! You may have noticed that the work on the 47th street triangle is complete. Well, we would like to have a small celebration to thank all of those who were involved in transforming the triangle at 47th and Baltimore on July 27 at 4:00 p.m.

We are very pleased with the outcome of the reconstruction of the triangle. Where there was once a broken concrete island that served as a loading zone for delivery trucks, there is now a much larger footprint, a landscaped area that covers most of the island, and new trees that will provide beautiful blooms in the spring. The enlarged triangle and pavers along the 47th Street edge provide safer crossings for pedestrians. We have received several accolades from nearby residents, including from one who said that it “gives the intersection and the buildings around its perimeter a totally different feel and really makes the neighborhood look a lot more inviting.”

One of the best outcomes of the triangle is the relationships it enabled us to build and strengthen with a variety of folks around the neighborhood and city. There are many people to credit for this collaborative effort, including residents, business owners, the Streets Department, UC Green, and the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society. And the collaboration continues as nearby residents help with weeding and planting.

I hope you can make it next week. Jim Roebuck will be there, among others from the city, to celebrate this newest effort to make ours the greenest neighborhood in Philly!
Best,
Joe

Concert begins at 6pm as usual.

Come out to enjoy Showcase Lounge regulars

THE BUDESA BROTHERS & LUCKY THOMPSON

See you there with updates on replacement gigs.

If you have trees or branches that are on power lines, please be sure you report them to PECO – 215-841-4141. The city will not touch them until the lines are removed.

If you have a tree or large branch in the front (sidewalk [...]]]> Useful recommendations from a Cedar Park block captain.

If you have trees or branches that are on power lines, please be sure you
report them to PECO – 215-841-4141. The city will not touch them until the
lines are removed.

If you have a tree or large branch in the front (sidewalk side) of your
property that is down or damaged, odds are, the city already has it on their
list but you can call 311 to make sure it is reported.

They are prioritizing all trees and branches that are blocking walkways,
streets or otherwise dangling and dangerous. They are NOT allowed to touch
any trees that are on live lines ­ it¹s a safety issue and also PECO¹s
responsibility. Once they clear the priority trees, they will come back and
get the other branches and trees laying in the non-walkway park areas as
well as anything PECO left behind after clearing the wires.

If you have trees or branches down in the back yard, this is the homeowner’s
responsibility. Most likely, your homeowner’s policy will cover the removal.
If you would like a recommendation for a tree service, Corner’s Landscaping
has done a lot of work on the block and comes highly recommended from UC
Green. They can be reached at: 215-742-7576

Downed tree where Jazz bands

Jazz is cancelled Friday 6/25 while we figure how to clean up the park.

More pictures of tree damage below.

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JUNE 4, 2010 RICH TUCKER & THE UNIVERSAL CONCEPT

These cats will rock your world! Richard tucker has worked as a professional musician for over twenty years. He is first and foremost a guitarist, but can also play bass. He has a foundation in theory and also loves to play [...]]]>

Friday Night Jazz flyer

JUNE 4, 2010
RICH TUCKER & THE UNIVERSAL CONCEPT

These cats will rock your world! Richard tucker has worked as a professional musician for over twenty years. He is first and foremost a guitarist, but can also play bass. He has a foundation in theory and also loves to play by ear. Featuring Special Guest Vocalist
 Suzanne Burgess.

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JUNE 11, 2010
THE WEBB THOMAS FLEET

Drummer Webb Thomas

Get Ready for the Ride! Webb Thomas is an accomplished drummer with a resume that extends back to his training at the Berklee Music School.  An extensive resume of recordings and features the fleet puts on a performance you don’t want to miss!

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JUNE 18, 2010
THE HEATH ALLEN BAND

Awarded Best of Philly® Party Band by Philadelphia Magazine, Heath’s musicians are Philadelphia’s finest—Grammy Award winners, nationally-honored soloists, full-time professionals, who have played with the greats of popular music and jazz.

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JUNE 25, 2010
TONY “STICKMAN” WYATT CREW

Tony “Stickman” Wyatt, Drums …Tony Wyatt has been a leader and educator for more than thirty years. He has established himself as one of the topdrummers in the tri-state region. Tony has played for Hank Mobley, James Moody, Bootsie Barnes, and a host of others!

JULY 2, 2010
THE BUDESA BROTHERS & LUCKY THOMPSON

These gentlemen are consummate professional musicians. Their high energy style and showmanship is known throughout the region. Their sound is rooted in the tradition of the great Philadelphia jazz organ/guitar combos.

JULY 9, 2010
THE JAZZ DOCTORS

To fix what ails you! The band will offer its blend of tasty “old school” jazz and blues, spiced with Cuban and Brazilian styles that often get listeners out of their chairs. The Jazz Docs will be joined by guests Richard Orr (multi-reeds/flute) and Stan Slotter (trumpet/flute) — two of Philly’s hottest frontline horn players.

All shows are 6-8pm Cedar Park, weather permitting.